INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COLOR MODE Below are examples of the Natural and Natural Plus color modes. The color mode is set in section 1 of the recording menu (p. 64). For more on color modes see page 68.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for purchasing this Konica Minolta digital camera. Please take the time to read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new camera. Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately contact your camera dealer.
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE NP-400 LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES This camera operates on a powerful lithium-ion battery. Misuse or abuse of the lithiumion battery can cause damage or injury through fire, electric shock, or chemical leakage. Read and understand all warnings before using the battery. DANGER • Do not short, disassemble, damage, or modify the battery. • Do not expose the battery to fire or high temperatures over 60°C (140°F). • Do not expose the battery to water, or moisture.
GENERAL PRODUCT WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Read and understand the following warnings and cautions for safe use of the digital camera and its accessories. WARNING • Only use the battery specified in this manual. • Only use the specified charger or AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the unit. An inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock. • Only use the charger power cord in the sales region for which it was designed.
• Do not use these products in a humid environment, or operate them with wet hands. If liquid enters these products, immediately remove the battery or unplug the product, and discontinue use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock. • Do not use these products near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or paint thinner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner to clean these products.
CAUTION • Do not point a photographic lens directly at the sun. If sunlight is focused on an inflammable surface, a fire may result. Replace the lens cap when the lens is not in use. • Do not use or store these products in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the camera, charger, and battery which may result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid. • If the battery is leaking, discontinue use of the product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Color mode ....................................................................................................................2 Before you begin ..............................................................................................................3 For proper and safe use...................................................................................................4 Names of parts .................................................................................................
Rotating images ..................................................................................................35 Histogram display................................................................................................35 Deleting single images ........................................................................................36 Changing the playback display ...........................................................................37 Enlarged playback........................................
Color temperature ....................................................................................62 Memory - storing camera settings.......................................................................63 Recording menu .............................................................................................................64 Navigating the recording menu ...........................................................................64 Image size and image quality......................................
Opening the custom & setup menus ..............................................................................91 Custom menu .................................................................................................................92 AF / Shutter release priority setup ......................................................................94 Focus-hold button setup......................................................................................94 AF / MF button setup.............................
LCD backlight ....................................................................................................109 Auto power save................................................................................................109 Menu section memory .......................................................................................110 Delete confirmation............................................................................................110 Clean CCD............................................
Removing the driver software - Windows .........................................................131 PictBridge ..........................................................................................................132 Notes on printing errors.....................................................................................133 Navigating the PictBridge menu........................................................................134 Batch print ............................................................
NAMES OF PARTS CAMERA BODY * This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these surfaces clean. Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual (p. 141). 1. Front control dial 2. Shutter-release button 3. Exposure-mode dial (p. 39) 4. Dial release 5. Flash (p. 31) 6. Exposure-compensation dial (p. 48) 7. Flash-compensation dial (p. 48) 8. Flash sync. terminal (p. 119) 9. Strap eyelet (p. 18) 10. DC terminal (p. 114) 11. Remote-control terminal (p.
1. Main switch 15. Card-slot door (p. 24) 2. Eyepiece sensors* 16. Controller & Spot-AF button (p. 54) 3. Viewfinder* (p. 17) 17. Focus-area switch (p. 54) 18. Access lamp 4. Eyepiece cup (p. 59) 5. Accessory shoe 19. Anti-Shake switch (p. 32) 6. Diopter-adjustment dial (p. 20) 20. Camera-sensitivity (ISO) button (p. 51) 7. Drive-mode dial (p. 56) 21. Memory set button (p. 63) 8. AE lock button (p. 46) 22. LCD monitor* (p. 16, 34) 9. Metering-mode dial (p. 50) 23. Playback button (p. 34) 24.
RECORDING MODE DISPLAY The recording display shows information on camera operation in panels. The information displayed varies with the functions set. As the camera is rotated to a vertical position, the display automatically rotates to compensate for the camera position. 1. 2. 3. 4. Memory / exposure mode / exposure panel Flash panel Digital Effects panel Metering / AF area / AF mode / Release priority / Drive mode panel 5. AE lock / battery condition panel 6. Ev scale 7.
VIEWFINDER Wide focus frame Spot AF area (p. 54) Local focus areas (p. 55) Spot-metering area (p. 50) The spot AF area and local focus areas are illuminated briefly to indicate the point of focus when the focus is locked. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Anti-Shake scale (p. 32) Flash-compensation indicator (p. 48) Flash signal (p. 31) High-speed sync. indicator (p. 118) Wireless/Remote flash indicator (p. 72) Manual focus indicator (p. 52) AE lock indicator (p. 46) 8. Focus signal (p. 29) 9.
GETTING UP AND RUNNING This section covers the preparation of the camera. This includes the changing of batteries, memory cards, and lenses as well as the use of external power supplies. ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP Always keep the camera strap around your neck in the event that you drop the camera. Pass the tip of the strap through the camera’s strap eyelet from below (1). Attach the strap so the tip comes between the strap and the camera. The side of the strap with the remote-cord clip (p.
ATTACHING A LENS This camera uses interchangeable lenses. See page 117 for compatible lenses. Never touch the inside of the camera, especially the lens contacts and mirror. Take care not to let dust enter the body. Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear cap from the lens. Align the red mounting index on the lens and camera body. Carefully insert the lens into the mount, then turn it clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. Do not insert the lens at an angle.
DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT The EVF has a built-in diopter that can be adjusted between –3.0 to +1.0. While looking through the EVF, turn the diopteradjustment dial until the viewfinder focus frame is sharp. INSTALLING THE MONITOR PROTECTION PANEL Install the monitor protection panel by placing the top of the panel at the top of the monitor frame on the camera and lower panel until it clicks into place at the bottom. To remove the panel, lift from the bottom.
CHARGING THE BATTERY Before the camera can be used, the lithium-ion battery must be charged. Before charging the battery, read the safety warnings on page 4 of this manual. Only recharge the battery with the supplied battery charger. The battery should be recharged before each shooting session. See page 142 for battery care and storage. Plug the power cord into the back of the charger unit (1). Plug the other end of the cord into a live household outlet.
INSTALLING AND CHANGING THE BATTERY This digital camera uses one NP-400 lithium-ion battery. Before using the battery, read the safety warnings on pages 4 of this manual. When replacing batteries, the camera should be off. Open the battery-chamber door by sliding the battery-chamber release toward the back of the camera. Insert the battery with the battery contacts first. Push the battery into the chamber until the battery latch clicks into place.
BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR This camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition indicator. When the camera is on, the indicator appears on the monitor. The indicator changes from white to red when battery power is low. If the monitor is blank, the battery may be exhausted. Full-battery indicator - the battery is fully charged. Low-battery indicator - battery power is low. Recharge the battery. Low-battery warning - battery power is very low. Recharge the battery.
INSERTING AND CHANGING A MEMORY CARD Always turn off the camera and confirm the access lamp is not lit before inserting or removing a memory card, otherwise the card may be damaged, and data lost. A memory card must be inserted for the camera to operate. If a card has not been inserted, “----” is displayed in the frame counter. Type I and II CompactFlash cards and Microdrives are compatible with this camera. For memory card care and handling, see page 142. 1 2 3 1.
If the “Unable to use card, Format?” message appears, the card should be formatted with the camera. Use the right/left keys of the controller to highlight the yes button. Press the central button of the controller to format the card; this can take several minutes depending on the card. When a card is formatted, all the data on the card is permanently erased. Selecting “No” cancels the formatting operation; remove the card from the camera.
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME After initially inserting a memory card and battery, a message opens requesting that camera’s clock and calendar be set. Images are recorded with the date and time of capture. Depending on the region, the menu language may also have to be set. To change the language, see the setup menu section on pages 102 and 107. Turn on the camera. Navigating the screen is simple. The up/down and left/right keys of the controller move the cursor and change settings.
BASIC RECORDING SETTING THE CAMERA TO RECORD IMAGES AUTOMATICALLY While pressing the dial release, turn the exposure dial to the program (P) position. The camera controls the exposure system. Full-auto program (circled P) acts like the program mode, except that the many of the recording functions are reset each time it is selected, see page 40 for more information. HANDLING THE CAMERA Grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the body with the palm of your left hand.
BASIC RECORDING OPERATION Place the subject within the focus frame. The subject must be within the focus range of the lens. If using a zoom lens, change the focal length to frame the subject. 1 Press the shutter release button partway down to activate the autofocus and autoexposure systems (1). The viewfinder focus signal (A) confirms focus and the spot or local AF area (B) is illuminated briefly to indicate the point of focus. If the focus signal blinks, repeat the procedure.
FOCUS SIGNALS The viewfinder focus signal indicates the status of the autofocus system. Focusing time can be longer with macro or telephoto lenses, or in low light conditions. Focus locked. Focus is confirmed (Continuous AF - p. 52). Indicator blinks - cannot focus. The shutter is locked. Focusing (Continuous AF). The shutter is locked. When the camera cannot focus, the subject may be too close or a special focusing situation may be preventing the system from focusing.
FOCUS LOCK 1 The focus-lock function is used when the subject is offcenter and outside the focus frame. Focus lock may also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing on the subject. Place the subject within the focus frame. Press and hold the shutter-release button partway down. The focus signals indicates that the focus is locked. Focus signal 2 When the focus is set, an AF area is illuminated briefly to indicate the point of focus.
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH The built-in flash is designed to be used with lenses with focal lengths from 24mm or longer. When using lenses shorter than 24mm, the corners of the image are not be fully illuminated. The lens hood and certain lenses can cause shadowing, see page 115. The shutter will not release while the flash is charging. To use the flash, simply pull up the unit by the tabs on each side.
ANTI-SHAKE SYSTEM The Anti-Shake system minimizes the affect of camera shake, a slight blurring caused by subtle hand motion. Camera shake is more pronounced at long focal lengths than short ones. Anti-Shake is less effective with moving subjects or when the camera is panned, shutter speeds of 1/4 second or longer, and short object distances. Antishake is disabled with bulb exposures (p. 45).
DISPLAY BUTTON Press the display button to switch the monitor display among full, basic, and off. For more on the full display, see page 16. Basic 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Memory register (p. 63) Exposure mode (p. 39) Shutter speed display Aperture display Camera-sensitivity display (p. 51) Image-size display (p. 66) Image-quality display (p. 66) Frame counter (p. 67) 9. White-balance display (p. 60) 10. Release priority indicator (p. 94) 11. AF area display (p. 55) 12. Battery condition indicator (p.
BASIC PLAYBACK Images can be viewed in the playback mode. This section covers the basic playback functions. The playback mode has additional menu functions, see page 82. VIEWING IMAGES Press the playback button to activate the playback mode. The left/right keys of the controller and both control dials can be used to scrolls through the images. Image size (p. 66) Image quality (p. 66) Time of recording Date of recording Folder - file number (p.
ROTATING IMAGES Press the down key of the controller to rotate a displayed image 90° left, 90° right, or horizontally. HISTOGRAM DISPLAY To view the histogram of the displayed image, press the up key. Press the down key to return to single-frame playback. 1. Shutter speed 2. Aperture 3. Exposure mode (p. 39) 4. Metering mode (p. 50) 5. Date of recording 6. Image size (p. 66) 7. Image quality (p. 66) 8. Exposure compensation (p. 48) 9. Flash compensation (p. 48) 10. White-balance mode (p. 60) 11.
DELETING SINGLE IMAGES The displayed image can be deleted. Once deleted, an image cannot be recovered. To delete a displayed image, press the delete button; a confirmation screen opens. Use the left/right keys to highlight “Yes.” “No” cancels the operation. Delete this frame? Yes No Press the controller to execute the command on the confirmation screen. The camera returns to playback mode. Camera Notes The camera can play back images on a television set.
CHANGING THE PLAYBACK DISPLAY The display button controls the display format. Each time the button is pressed, the display cycles through to the next format: full display, image only, index playback. The index display can be changed in section 1 of the playback menu. Full display Image only Index playback In index playback, the four-way keys of the controller move the yellow border to the adjacent image.
ENLARGED PLAYBACK An image can be enlarged for closer examination. The maximum magnification depends on image size from 2.4X for small images to 4.7X for large images. RAW images cannot be enlarged. Press the magnification button (1) to activate enlarged playback. The front control dial scrolls through the images. RAW images cancel enlarged playback. The rear control dial changes magnification. The controller’s fourway keys scrolls the magnification area.
ADVANCED RECORDING This section contains detailed information on the camera’s recording functions and operation. Read the sections pertaining to your interest and need. EXPOSURE-MODE DIAL The exposure-mode dial is used to select the exposure modes as well as memorized camera settings. See the following sections for more information on the exposure modes. While pressing the dial release, turn the exposure dial to the appropriate position. Manual exposure (p. 44) Shutter priority (p.
PROGRAM - P Program exposure is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39). Like full-auto program, program controls both the shutter speed and aperture required for each exposure. The operation is the same as described in the basic recording operation section on page 28. However, unlike full-auto program, functions set in this mode do not reset when the position of the exposure-mode dial is changed.
PROGRAM SHIFT - PS/PA Program-shift function allows adjustment to the shutterspeed/aperture combination determined by the camera in both the program and full-auto program exposure modes. The built-in flash cannot be used with program shift. If the flash is raised, any changes made with program shift are canceled. Press the shutter-release button partway down until the shutter speed and aperture are displayed.
APERTURE PRIORITY - A Aperture priority is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39). The photographer selects the aperture and the camera sets the appropriate shutter speed to ensure correct exposure. Turn either control dial to adjust the aperture. The aperture value changes depending on the position of the exposurecompensation dial, see camera notes on page 41. The aperture range depends on the lens. The aperture value can be seen on the monitor and in the viewfinder.
SHUTTER PRIORITY - S Shutter priority is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39). The photographer selects the shutter speed and the camera sets the appropriate aperture to ensure correct exposure. Turn either control dial to adjust the shutter speed between 30 and 1/4000 second. The shutter speed changes depending on the position of the exposure-compensation dial, see camera notes on page 41. The shutter speed can be seen on the monitor and in the viewfinder.
MANUAL EXPOSURE - M Manual exposure mode allows individual selection of shutter speeds and apertures. This mode overrides the exposure system giving the photographer total control over the final exposure. Bulb exposures can be made, see below. Manual exposure is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39). The front control dial changes the shutter speed. The rear control dial changes the aperture.
The shutter speed and aperture value change depending on the position of the exposurecompensation dial, see camera notes on page 41. The operation of the control dials in the manual exposure mode can be changed with the custom menu (p. 96). When using flash, the shutter speed cannot exceed the flash-sync speed, see page 42. Flash range is dependent on the aperture, see page 51. Bulb exposures Bulb photographs can be taken in the manual-exposure mode (M). The use of a tripod, remote cord.
EXPOSURE LOCK - AEL BUTTON The AE lock button locks the automatic exposure system without activating the AF system. This function allows the exposure to be set by a gray card or reference target outside the scene. When using flash in the P or A exposure modes, slow-shutter sync is active (p. 47). The operation of the AE lock button can be changed in section 1 of the custom menu (p. 95). Frame the exposure target in the viewfinder depending on the metering mode in use (p. 50).
The increments on the scale depend on the exposure-compensation dial position. See camera notes on page 41. The examples below are based on a 0.5 Ev increment. The metered area is 1.0Ev less (–) than the locked exposure. +2.5EV The arrow indicates the metered area is 0.5Ev more (+) or less (–) than the greatest value on the scale in +3.5EV comparison to the locked exposure. ≥3.0EV The blinking arrow indicates the metered area is 1.0Ev or more greater (+) or less (–) than the greatest value on ≥4.
EXPOSURE AND FLASH COMPENSATION 2 1 The ambient light and flash exposure can be adjusted before the image is captured to make the final picture lighter or darker. To compensate the ambient exposure, press the dial release and turn the exposure-compensation dial to the appropriate position (1). To adjust the flash exposure, turn the flash-compensation dial using the lever at the front of the camera (2). 0.5Ev steps The exposure compensation dial has two scales.
Sometimes the camera’s exposure meter is deceived by high key or low key subjects. For example, a very bright scene, such as a snowy landscape or a white sandy beach, can appear too dark in the captured image. Before taking the picture, adjusting the exposure by +1 or +2 Ev results in an image with normal tonal values. Calculated camera exposure –1.0Ev –2.0Ev In the example above, the dark water caused the camera to overexpose the image making it bright and washed-out.
METERING MODES The metering mode specifies the metering pattern. Turn the metering-mode dial to the appropriate position to select the mode. 14-segment honeycomb-pattern metering - the camera’s standard metering mode appropriate for most photographic situations. By combining information on the subject’s distance and position from the autofocus system, this mode is less influenced by spot lighting or backlighting.
CAMERA SENSITIVITY - ISO Seven settings can be selected for camera sensitivity: Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, and 3200*. The numerical values are based on the film ISO equivalent: the higher the number, the more sensitive the film. Press the ISO button (1) to open the setup screen. The left/right keys of the controller and the control dials change the setting. Press the central button of the controller or the shutter-release button to complete the operation.
FOCUS-MODE DIAL Single-shot AF (Autofocus), continuous AF, automatic AF, and manual focus is set with the focus-mode dial. Turn the focus-mode dial (1) to the appropriate position to select the focus mode. The active focus mode is displayed on the monitor. The AF system activates when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down. Focus is confirmed with the viewfinder focus signals, see page 29. Single-shot AF - a general purpose autofocusing mode.
AF / MF BUTTON Press and hold the AM/MF button to switch between autofocus and manual focus. Release the button to return to the original focus mode. This cannot be used with xi and AF Power Zoom lenses, nor the STF 135mm f/2.8 [T/4.5] lens. The focus mode used depends upon the position of the focus-mode dial. If set to manual focus, the focus mode switches to single-shot AF. If the focus-mode dial is set to one of the AF modes, manual focus is activated and the MF indicator is displayed in the viewfinder.
FOCUS-AREA SWITCH The focus-area switch controls which AF areas are used. The switch has three positions: Wide focus area - to use the wide focus frames in the viewfinder to focus. See the basic operation section on page 28. Pressing and holding the fourway controller keys also activates and locks focus with the wide focus area. Spot AF can be used, see below. The AF illuminator is active (p. 97). Focus-area lock - to fix the focus area used. The controller cannot be used to active the AF system.
Focus-area selection Slide the focus-area switch to the focus-area selection position. Use the controller to select the AF area; the camera focuses each time an area is selected. The eight way keys select the local areas and the central button selects the spot AF area. The active area is indicated on the monitor and is briefly illuminated in the viewfinder. When the appropriate controller key pressed and held, focus is locked; the viewfinder focus signal confirms focus.
DRIVE MODES The drive modes control the rate and method images are captured. Indicators showing the selected drive mode appear on the monitor. The drive mode is set with the drive-mode dial. Simply turn the dial using the lever on the front to the appropriate position to select the mode. Single-frame advance bracketing - to take a series of images with differing exposure (p. 58). Each image of the series is captured one by one.
CONTINUOUS-ADVANCE NOTES Continuous-advance mode allows a series of images to be captured while holding down the shutter-release button. The maximum frame rate with continuous advance is 3 frames per second. The maximum number of frames that can be captured depend on the image size and quality settings. Approximately nine RAW and RAW & JPEG images can be captured, see the chart for other combinations. The numbers are approximate and depend on the subject; some subjects can be compressed further than others.
BRACKETING NOTES Bracketing is a method of taking a series of images of a static subject in which each image has a slight variation in exposure. Exposure and flash brackets can be made. Select continuous-advance bracketing or single-frame advance bracketing with the drivemode dial (p. 56). Continuous-advance bracketing creates a successive series of images automatically when the shutter-release button is pressed and held.
When exposure brackets are made in S exposure mode, the aperture controls the bracket. In A and M exposure modes, the shutter speed controls the bracket; in M mode, pressing the AEL button during the bracket changes the exposure control to the aperture. The camera uses both the aperture and shutter speed control the bracket in P and fullauto program mode.
WHITE BALANCE White balance is the camera’s ability to make different types of lighting appear natural. The active white-balance mode is displayed in the white-balance panel on the monitor. Turn the white-balance dial to the appropriate position. Auto white balance - to automatically detect the type of light and adjust the white balance accordingly. When the built-in flash is used, the white balance is set for the color temperature of the flash. Simply set the white-balance dial to the AWB position.
Custom White Balance Custom-white-balance function allows the camera to be calibrated to a specific lighting condition. Three setting can be stored in the camera. With the white balance dial in the custom position, press the white-balance button to open the setting screen. Custom white balance The control dials and the left/right controller keys select a previous custom setting stored on register 1, 2, or 3, or the set option to calibrate the camera.
A calibration error may occur under extremely bright light sources, especially with flash units. If an error occurs, a message appears on the monitor and the white-balance indicator is yellow. Highlight the return button and press the center of the controller. Recalibrate using a gray card as a reference target to reduce the intensity of the illumination. Select register Custom WB error.
MEMORY - STORING CAMERA SETTINGS Three sets of camera settings can be saved. This saves time under frequently repeating conditions by eliminating the need to set the camera. Camera settings cannot be deleted from memory by turning the camera off. They are erased with the reset function in section 3 of the setup menu. Memory registers Select register :adjust :enter To save the current camera settings, press the M SET button (1); the setting appear on the registration screen.
RECORDING MENU In recording mode, press the menu button to open and close the menu. The four-way keys of the controller and the control dials move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting. NAVIGATING THE RECORDING MENU Activate the recording menu with the menu button. Tab 1 at the top of the menu is highlighted. Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the appropriate menu tab; the menus change as the tabs are highlighted.
To set image resolution (p. 66). Image size Quality Color mode Digital FX Reset L: 3008x2000 Fine Natural: sRGB – – Flash mode Flash control Power ratio Setup Setup Bracket order Fill-flash ADI flash 1/1 0.3Ev/3frames 0.3Ev/3frames To set file type and compression (p. 66). To select color mode and color space (p. 68). Contrast, sharpness, saturation, and hue controls (p. 69). To reset the recording-mode functions (p. 70). To set the flash mode of the built-in flash (p. 71).
IMAGE SIZE AND IMAGE QUALITY Image size and quality are set in section 1 of the recording menu (p. 64). Changes are displayed on the monitor. L M S RAW RAW+ X.FIN FINE STD. L: 3008 X 2000 (Large) M: 2256 X 1496 (Medium) S: 1504 X 1000 (Small) RAW image RAW & JPEG image Extra fine: JPEG image Fine: JPEG image Standard: JPEG image Image size affects the number of pixels in each image. The greater the image size, the larger the file size.
The number of images that can be stored on a memory card is determined by the size of the card and the file size of the images. One memory card can contain images of differing sizes and quality. The actual file size is determined by the scene; some subjects can be compressed further than others. Approximate file sizes. S: 1504 X 1000 L: 3008 x 2000 M: 2256 X 1496 RAW 8.6MB – – Extra fine 1.6MB 3.3MB 5.9MB Fine 850KB 1.7MB 3.0MB Standard 540KB 1.0MB 1.
COLOR MODE The color mode controls what the image looks like as well as the color space. The color mode is set in section 1 of the recording menu (p. 64). See the color examples on page 2. Natural Color - reproduces the colors in the scene faithfully. Employs the sRGB color space. Natural Plus - increases contrast and acutance. Employs the sRGB color space.
DIGITAL EFFECTS (FX) CONTROL The Digital Effects Control can adjust image contrast, saturation, sharpness, and hue. See page 147 for Digital Effects examples. These controls are accessed from section 1 of the recording menu (p. 64). Highlight “Enter” in the Digital FX option in section 1 of the recording mode menu. Press the central button of the controller to open the Digital FX setup screen. Use the up/down keys or front control dial to select the parameter to change.
RECORDING MODE RESET The recording mode functions can be reset in section 1 of the recording menu (p. 64). When selected, a confirmation screen appears; choosing “Yes” resets the following functions and settings, “No” cancels the operation. Focus area selection Preset white balance Color temperature Digital Effects (FX) Flash mode Flash control Manual flash power ratio Exposure bracketing setup Flash bracketing setup Spot AF area Daylight ±0 5500K All reset to ±0 Fill flash or red-eye reduction1 ADI 1/1 0.
FLASH MODES The flash mode can be changed in section 2 of the recording menu (p. 64). For the flash to fire, the built-in unit must be manually raised; lower the flash to prevent it from firing. The auto-white-balance setting gives priority to the flash’s color temperature. If another type of white balance is used, priority is given to the active setting’s color temperature. Fill-flash - used as the main or supplementary light.
WIRELESS / REMOTE FLASH On-camera flash Wireless/Remote flash allows the camera to control an off-camera Program/Maxxum 5600HS(D) and 3600HS(D) flash unit without the need of a cable. Single or multiple flash units can be placed around the subject to create different lighting effects. The camera’s built-in flash fires to control the offcamera flash units rather than to illuminate the subject.
Raise the built-in flash on the camera and position the camera and flash around the subject. See the following page for operating ranges. Make sure no objects come between the camera and flash unit. The flash units can be test fired by pressing the AEL button on the camera. AEL button setup in section 1 of the custom menu should be set to one of the hold options. If the flash does not fire, change the camera, flash, or subject position. The slow shutter sync is active in P and A exposure modes (p. 47).
WIRELESS/REMOTE CAMERA AND FLASH RANGES Flash-to-subject distance Camera-to-subject distance The camera and flash must be within 5m or 16.4 ft of the subject. Specifications with Maxxum / Camera-to-subject Aperture distance ƒ/2.8 1.4 ~ 5m / 4.6 ~ 16.4ft ƒ/4.0 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft ƒ/5.6 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft Specifications with Maxxum / 1.4 ~ 5m / 4.6 ~ 16.4ft ƒ/2.8 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft ƒ/4.0 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft ƒ/5.
FLASH CONTROL ADI, pre-flash TTL, and manual flash control are available. Flash control is changed in section 2 of the recording menu (p. 64). The flash control used depends on the lens and flash combination. ADI (Advanced Distance Integration) flash metering combines distance information from D-series lenses with information from a pre-flash exposure. ADI metering is less influenced by subject reflectance. Flash mode Flash control Power ratio Setup Setup Bracket order Fill-flash ADI flash 1/1 0.
MANUAL FLASH AND POWER RATIO Flash mode Flash control Power ratio Setup Setup Bracket order The output of the flash can be specified when using manual flash control with power ratios. Set the flash-control option in section 2 of the recording menu to manual. The power ratio, also in section 2, can then be selected. See page 64 for menu operation. Fill-flash Manual 1/1 0.3Ev/3frames 0.3Ev/3frames When the camera flash is raised, the power ratio is displayed on the monitor.
INSTANT PLAYBACK After an image is captured, it can be displayed on the monitors for two, five, or ten seconds before being saved. When using continuous-advance bracketing, an index display is used. Instant playback is activated and the length of the playback period is set with the instant-playback option in section 3 of the recording menu (p. 64). Inst.Playback Setup Noise reductn Interval 2 sec. Image & info.
INTERVAL The interval mode makes a series of still images over a period of time, similar to time-lapse photography. Set the drive-mode dial to the single-frame advance position (p. 56) before opening the menu. Highlight “setup” in the interval option in section 3 on the recording menu and press the central button of the controller to open the setup screen. Use the up/down keys or front control dial to select the parameter to change. Use the left/right keys or rear control dial to adjust the parameter.
Confirm the memory card has enough storage capacity for the series by comparing the number of frames in the interval series with the number of recordable images displayed on the frame counter. Image size and quality settings can be changed to increase the number of pictures that can be saved on the memory card. Continuous AF can be used. To override the automatic systems, use manual focus (p. 52), manual exposure (p. 44), and preset or custom white balance (p. 60).
A SHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY Photography can be a rewarding pursuit. It is a broad and disciplined field that can take years to master. But the pleasure in making photographs and the joy of capturing a magical moment cannot be compared. The guide is an introduction to some basic photographic principles. The lens aperture controls not only exposure, but also depth of field; the area between the closest object in focus and the furthest object in focus.
LIGHT SOURCES AND COLOR The human eye adapts itself extremely well under different conditions. The paper of this manual you are reading looks white regardless of the type of lighting. Photographic systems are much less flexible. As the light source changes, so does the overall color of a scene - fluorescent office ceiling lights create a green cast to pictures, regular household tungsten light bulbs make everything red.
PLAYBACK MENU In playback mode, press the menu button to open and close the menu. The four-way keys of the controller and the control dials move the cursor in the menu (p. 65). Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting. NAVIGATING THE PLAYBACK MENU Activate the recording menu with the menu button. Tab 1 at the top of the menu is highlighted. Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the appropriate menu tab; the menus change as the tabs are highlighted.
To delete images on the memory card (p. 84). Delete Format View folder Folder name Lock Index format – – All folders 100KM023 – 9 frames To format the memory card (p. 85). To select one or all folders to view in playback (p. 85). To select the folder to view in playback (p. 85). To protect images from deletion (p. 86). To specify the index playback format (p. 87). To play back images automatically (p.
DELETE Deleting permanently erases the image. Once deleted, an image cannot be recovered. Care should be taken when using the delete function. Single, multiple, or all images in a folder can be deleted with the playback menu. Before an image is deleted, a confirmation screen appears; choosing “Yes” executes the operation, “No” cancels it. Only the images in the viewfolder option in section 1 of the playback menu (p. 82) can be viewed and deleted with the marked frames and all-infolder options.
FORMAT When a memory card is formatted, all data on the card is erased. The formatting function in section 1 of the playback menu is used to erase all data on a memory card. Before formatting a card, copy the data to a computer or storage device. Locking files will not protect them from being deleted when the card is formatted. Always format the memory card using the camera; never use a computer to format a card. When the format option is selected and entered, a confirmation screen appears.
LOCK Single, multiple, or all images on the memory card or in a folder specified with the viewfolder option can be locked. A locked image cannot be deleted by either the playback menu functions or the delete button. Important images should be locked. Images are locked in section 1 of the playback menu (p. 82). The lock has five options: Marked frames - to lock or unlock multiple images. When this is chosen, the frameselection screen (p. 83) is displayed.
INDEX PLAYBACK FORMAT The index-format option in section 1 of the playback menu can specify a four, nine, and sixteen image display for index playback (p. 37) and frame-selection screens (p. 83). A file browser can also be used in place of the index playback display mode; a 9-frame display is used for the selection screens. 9-frame index After selecting the file-browser option in the menu, press the display button in the playback mode to display the file browser.
SLIDE SHOW Section 2 of the playback menu starts the slide-show function. This function automatically displays images every five seconds on the card or in the folder specified with the view-folder option in section 1 of the menu. Highlight “Enter” in the slide-show option in section 2 of the playback menu and press the center of the controller to begin the slide-show playback.
DPOF SETUP The DPOF-set option is used to set an order for standard prints from digital images. Single, multiple, or all images on the memory card or in a folder specified with the view-folder option can be printed (p. 85). Slide show DPOF set Date imprint Index print Cancel print – – Off – – DPOF setup has three options: Marked frames - to choose a group of images to be printed or when the number of copies for each image varies. When selected, the frame-selection screen appears (p. 83).
DATE IMPRINT To print the date of capture with each image with a compatible DPOF printer, turn the menu option on. To cancel date imprint, simply turn the option off. How the date is printed varies with the printer. Not all printers support this function. Slide show DPOF set Date imprint Index print Cancel print – – Off – – INDEX PRINT To create an index print of all the images in the folder, set the option on. To cancel an index print, simply change the setting to off.
OPENING THE CUSTOM & SETUP MENUS The custom and setup menus can be accessed from both the recording and playback modes. The buttons in the top right corner of the menus are links to the other camera menus. See page 92 for information on the custom menu and page 102 for the setup menu. Open the menu and use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the custom or setup buttons. Press the central button to display the menu.
CUSTOM MENU The custom menu controls operation preferences. See page 91 on how to open the custom menu. Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the appropriate menu tab; the menus change as the tabs are highlighted. When the required menu section is displayed, use the up/down key to scroll through the menu options. Highlight the option whose setting needs to be changed. Press the right controller key to display the settings; the current setting is indicated by an arrow.
To set AF or shutter-release priority (p. 94). Priority setup FocusHoldButt. AF/MF button AEL button AF w/ shutter Auto AF setup AF Focus hold Hold AE hold On Auto AF To set the operation of a lens’ focus-hold button (p. 94). To set the operation of the AF/MF button (p. 94). To set the operation of the AEL button (p. 95). To set AF with the shutter-release button (p. 95). To set the operation of the Auto AF focus mode(p. 96). To specify exposure control with the control dials (p. 96). Ctrl dial set Exp.
AF/SHUTTER RELEASE PRIORITY SETUP This custom function has two options: AF - AF priority. The shutter will not release until the camera focuses. Release - shutter-release priority. The shutter releases even if focus cannot be confirmed. The RP indicator is displayed on the monitor when this option is selected. Release priority indicator FOCUS-HOLD BUTTON SETUP Some Konica Minolta lenses are equipped with a focus-hold button. The operation of this button can be specified in section 1 of the custom menu (p.
AEL BUTTON SETUP The operation of the AEL button (p. 46) can be specified in section 1 of the custom menu (p. 92). This custom function has four options: AE hold - press and hold the AEL button to lock the exposure, release the button to unlock it. The metering mode set with the metering-mode dial is used (p. 50). AE toggle - press and release the AEL button to lock the exposure. The exposure remains locked even after the image is captured. Press and release the button again to unlock the exposure.
AUTO AF SETUP The operation of the Auto AF focus mode (p. 52) can be specified in section 1 of the custom menu (p. 92). This custom function has two options: Auto AF - the AF system automatically switches between single-shot AF and continuous AF depending on the subject’s motion. DMF - Direct manual focus. After the AF system focuses, the manual focus indicator (MF) appears in the viewfinder. The focus can then be adjusted manually by the photographer.
CONTROL-DIAL LOCK Control-dial lock is set in section 2 of the custom menu (p. 92). When the control-dial lock is active, the exposure can be changed only when the AF system or exposure system have been activated with one of the camera controls. When the lock is off, the control dials are able to change the exposure at any time. EXPOSURE COMPENSATION SETUP Exposure compensation setup is set in section 2 of the custom menu (p. 92).
AF AREA SETUP The spot focus or local AF areas are illuminated when the camera focuses. The illumination period is selected in section 3 of the custom menu (p. 92) between 0.3 seconds and 0.6 seconds. AF area illuminator activation with the shutter-release button can also be turned off. AF area illuminator MONITOR DISPLAY SETUP Automatic and manual monitor display is selected in section 3 of the custom menu (p. 92).
ISO BUTTON SETUP The function selected with the ISO button (p. 51) can be switched between camera sensitivity (ISO) and Zone Matching in section 4 of the custom menu (p. 92). For more on Zone Matching, see below. ISO button set ISO menu setup M set button Custom reset ISO 100 – 1600 Memory – ZONE MATCHING Zone Matching is used for recording high-key or low-key scenes. Zone Matching is activated in section 4 of the custom menu. To set Zone Matching, press the ISO button (1) to open the setup screen.
ISO MENU SETUP The ISO range available is selected section 4 of the custom menu (p. 92). See page 51 for more on camera sensitivity and ISO. Two ranges are available: ISO button set ISO menu setup M set button Custom reset ISO 100 – 1600 Memory – ISO 100 - 1600 ISO 100 - 3200 M-SET BUTTON SETUP The function assigned to the memory set (M SET) button can be specified in section 4 of the custom menu (p. 92). Two options are available: Memory - camera settings can be saved to the camera memory.
CUSTOM MENU RESET The custom functions can be reset in section 4 of the custom menu (p. 92). When selected, a confirmation screen appears; choosing “Yes” resets the following functions and settings, “No” cancels the operation. AF/Shutter-release priority setup Focus-hold button setup AF/MF button setup AEL button setup AF with shutter-release button Auto AF setup Control-dial setup Control-dial (exposure comp.
SETUP MENU The setup menu controls camera operation. See page 91 on how to open the setup menu. Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the appropriate menu tab; the menus change as the tabs are highlighted. When the required menu section is displayed, use the up/down key to scroll through the menu options. Highlight the option whose setting needs to be changed. Press the right controller key to display the settings; the current setting is indicated by an arrow.
To set monitor brightness (p. 104). LCDbrightness Transfer mode Video output Audio signals Language Date/Time set – Data storage NTSC On English – To specify camera operation with a computer (p. 104). To switch video output between NTSC and PAL (p. 105). To change or turn off audio signals (p. 106). To set the menu language (p. 106). To set the camera’s clock and calendar (p. 107). To activate file number memory (p. 107). File # memory Folder name Select folder New folder Off Std.
LCD BRIGHTNESS Monitor brightness is adjusted in section 1 of the setup menu. Highlight “Enter” and press the central button of the controller to open the LCD brightness setup screen. Brightness is controlled in eleven levels. Use the left/right controller keys to adjust the brightness, the monitor adjusts accordingly. Press the central button of the controller to set the level and complete the operation. Press the menu button to close the screen without applying any changes.
VIDEO OUTPUT Camera images can be displayed on a television. The video output can be changed between NTSC and PAL. North America uses the NTSC standard and Europe uses the PAL standard. Check which standard is used in your region to play back images on your television set. VIEWING IMAGES ON A TELEVISION It is possible to view camera images on your television. The camera has a video-out terminal which can be used to connect the camera to a television using the supplied video cable. 1.
AUDIO SIGNALS When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, an audio signal gives a positive confirmation the AF system has focused. This signals can be turned off in section 1 of the setup menu (p. 102). LCDbrightness Transfer mode Video output Audio signals Language Date/Time set – Data storage NTSC On English – LANGUAGE The language used in the menus can be changed. Highlight the current language and press the center of the controller to open the language setup screen.
DATE AND TIME SETUP It is important to accurately set the clock. When a still image is recorded, the date and time of the recording are saved with the image and are displayed during playback or can be read with the DiMAGE Viewer or DiMAGE Master software. When the Date/Time-set option is selected and entered in section 1 of the setup menu, the date/time screen is displayed. Use the left/right keys of the controller or rear control dial to select the item to be changed. Date/Time set 2004 . 10 .
FOLDER NAME All recorded images are stored in folders on the memory card. Folder names come in two formats: standard and date. Standard folders have an eight character name. The initial folder is named 100KM023. The first three digits are the folder’s serial number, which increases by one each time a new folder is created. The next two letters refer to Konica Minolta, and the last three numbers indicate the camera used; 023 indicates a Maxxum/Dynax 7D.
NEW FOLDER This allows the creation of new folders. The folder-name option in section 2 of the setup menu specifies the foldername format. If multiple date-format folders are created, only the last folder can be used for storing images. File # memory Folder name Select folder New folder Enter Highlight “Enter” and press the center of the controller to create a new folder. The new folder name is displayed briefly.
MENU SECTION MEMORY The camera can remember which menu section was lasted opened. If the menu section memory function is on, when the menu button is pressed, the last menu section that was last displayed is opened. When menu section memory is off, section 1 of the recording or playback menu is displayed when the menu button is pressed. LCD backlight Power save MenuSec.Memory Delete conf. Clean CCD Reset default 5 sec. 3 min.
The battery should be fully charged before cleaning the CCD. If battery power is low, this function cannot be used. The use of the optional AC adapter is recommended over the use of the battery. Cleaning the CCD without sufficient power will cause permanent damage. Highlight “Enter” and press the center of the controller to begin the cleaning routine. LCD backlight Power save MenuSec.Memory Delete conf.
RESET DEFAULT This option resets all camera modes and menus. When selected, a confirmation screen appears; choosing “Yes” resets the following functions and settings, “No” cancels the operation. Recording and Playback mode Monitor display Focus-area selection Preset white balance Custom white balance Color temperature Camera sensitivity Memory Playback display Full display Spot AF area Daylight ±0 Reset (Daylight) 5500K ISO 100 All registers reset Single frame p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p.
Custom menu AF/Shutter-release priority setup Focus-hold button setup AF/MF button setup AEL button setup AF with shutter-release button Auto AF setup Control-dial setup Control-dial (exposure comp.) setup Control dial lock Exposure compensation setup AF illuminator Shutter lock AF area setup Monitor display setup Recording display setup Anti-Shake viewfinder display setup ISO button setup ISO menu setup M-SET button setup AF priority Focus hold Hold AE hold On Auto AF Front dial: SS, Rear dial: F/no.
ACCESSORY NOTES This section contains operation and compatibility information with camera accessories. Please read it in its entirety to achieve the best results with your camera. AC ADAPTER AC-11 (SOLD SEPARATELY) The AC Adapter AC-11 allows the camera to be powered from an electrical household outlet. The AC Adapter is recommended when the camera is interfaced with a computer or during periods of heavy use.
VERTICAL CONTROL GRIP VC-7D (SOLD SEPARATELY) The Vertical Control Grip VC-7D allows the camera to be used comfortably when held vertically and well as horizontally. The grip duplicates camera controls as well as being a portable power source for the camera. This accessory uses two NP-400 lithium-ion batteries or six AAsize Ni-MH batteries to power the camera. For more details on this or other accessories listed in this manual, contact your local Konica Minolta dealer.
SMOOTH FOCUS Some lenses or lens and teleconverter combinations can be difficult to focus manually. The following procedure disconnects the body’s AF system to make focusing easier. Metering accuracy and Anti-Shake performance is lower when using the function. This cannot be used with xi series or AF Power Zoom lenses. Turn the focus-mode dial to the manual-focus position. Simultaneously press and hold the lens release and the central button of the controller.
CCD-PLANE INDICATOR For some technical photographic applications such as macro photography, the position of the CCD plane is necessary. The CCD-plane indicator is located next to the exposure-mode dial. CCD-plane indicator LENS COMPATIBILITY All Konica Minolta AF lenses are compatible with this camera. MD and MC series lenses cannot be used. For our current line of lenses, contact your Konica Minolta dealer. The AF Macro Zoom 3X - 1X f/1.7-2.8 cannot be used with Anti-Shake (p. 32); turn AntiShake off.
FLASH COMPATIBILITY The following flash units are compatible with this camera: Maxxum/Program Flash 2500(D) Maxxum/Program Flash 3600HS(D) Maxxum/Program Flash 5600HS(D) Macro Ring Flash 1200 with Macro Flash Controller Macro Twin Flash 2400 with Macro Flash Controller The 5400HS, 5400xi, and 5200i can be used with this camera with manual flash control only. The 4000AF, using the Flash Adapter FS-1100, can also be used with manual flash control. HIGH-SPEED SYNC.
USING THE FLASH SYNC TERMINAL The flash sync terminal allows a studio or location flash system to be connected to the camera with a standard PC cord. The terminal is compatible with both center positive (normal polarity) and center negative (positive polarity) flash units with a voltage of 400V or lower. Open the DC terminal cover from the right; the cover is attached to the body to prevent loss. Securely connect the flash’s PC cord to the flash sync terminal.
DATA-TRANSFER MODE Read this section carefully before connecting the camera to a computer. Details on using and installing the DiMAGE Viewer software are found in the supplied software manual. These manuals do not cover the basic operation of computers or their operating systems; please refer to the manual supplied with your computer.
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A COMPUTER A fully charged battery should be used when the camera is connected to a computer. The AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended over the use of batteries. For users with Windows 98, read the section on how to install the necessary driver before connecting the camera to a computer. 1. Confirm the data-transfer option in section 1 of the setup menu is set to “Data storage” (p. 102). Turn the camera off. 2. Start up the computer.
CONNECTING TO WINDOWS 98 / 98 SECOND EDITION The driver needs only to be installed once. If the driver cannot be installed automatically, it can be installed manually with the operating system’s add-new-hardware wizard; see the instructions on the following page. During installation, if the operating system requests the Windows 98 CD-ROM, inset it into the CD-ROM drive and follow the accompanying instructions on the screen. No special driver software is required for other Windows operating systems.
Manual installation To install the Windows 98 driver manually, follow the instructions in the connecting-the-camera-to-acomputer section on page 121. When the camera is plugged into the computer, the operating system will detect the new device and the add-new-hardware-wizard window opens. Place the DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Click “Next.” Choose the recommended search for a suitable driver. Click “Next.” Choose to specify the location of the driver.
The add new hardware wizard confirms the location of the driver. One of three drivers may be located: MNLVENUM.inf, USBPDR.inf, or USBSTRG.inf. The letter designating the CD-ROM drive varies between computers. Click “Next” to install the driver in the system. The last window confirms the driver has been installed. Click “Finish” to close the add new hardware wizard. Restart the computer. When the my-computer window is opened, a new removable-disk icon is displayed.
AUTO POWER SAVE (DATA-TRANSFER MODE) If the camera does not receive a read or write command within ten minutes, it will shut down to save power. When the camera shuts down, an unsafe-removal-of-device warning may appear on the computer monitor. Click “OK.” Neither the camera or computer will be damaged in this operation. Unplug the USB cable and turn off the camera. Remake the USB connection by reattaching the cable and turning the camera on.
MEMORY CARD FOLDER ORGANIZATION Once the camera is connected to the computer, image files can be accessed by double clicking on icons. Image folders are located in the DCIM folder. To copy images, simply drag and drop the file icon into a location in the computer. Drive Icon Dcim Misc The misc. folder contains DPOF print files (p. 88). Files and folders on the memory card can be deleted using the computer.
When a new folder is created, the first three digits in the folder name is one greater than the largest folder number on the card. When the file number in the image file name exceeds 9,999, a new folder is created with a number one greater than the greatest folder number on the memory card: e.g. from 100KM023 to 101KM023. The file number on the image file may not correspond to its frame number on the camera.
DISCONNECTING THE CAMERA FROM THE COMPUTER Never disconnect the camera when the access lamp is lit - the data or memory card may permanently be damaged. WINDOWS 98 / 98 SECOND EDITION Confirm that the access lamp is not lit. Turn off the camera and then disconnect the USB cable. WINDOWS ME, 2000 PROFESSIONAL, AND XP To disconnect the camera, click once on the unplug-or-eject-hardware icon located on the task bar. A small window opens indicating the device to be stopped.
The hardware devices to be stopped are displayed. Highlight the device by clicking on it then click “Stop.” A confirmation screen appears to indicate the devices to be stopped. Clicking “OK” stops the device. A third and final screen appears to indicate the camera can be safely disconnected from the computer; click OK. Turn off the camera and then disconnect the USB cable. MACINTOSH Confirm that the access lamp is not lit and then drag the mass-storage device icon and drop it into the trash.
CHANGING THE MEMORY CARD (DATA-TRANSFER MODE) Care should be taken when changing memory cards while the camera is attached to the computer. Data could be lost or damaged if the camera is not properly disconnected. Always confirm the access lamp is out before removing the memory card. WINDOWS 98 / 98 SECOND EDITION 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Change the memory card. 3. Turn on the camera to remake the USB connection. WINDOWS ME, 2000 PROFESSIONAL, AND XP 1.
REMOVING THE DRIVER SOFTWARE - WINDOWS 1. Insert a memory card in the camera and connect it to the computer with the USB cable. Other devices must not be connected to the computer during this procedure. 2. Right click on the My-computer icon. Select “properties” from the drop-down menu. Windows XP: from the start menu go to the control panel. Click on the performance and maintenance category. Click “System” to open the system properties window. 3.
PICTBRIDGE Confirm the transfer-mode option in section 1 of the setup menu is set to PTP. Connect the camera to a PictBridge compatible printer using the camera’s USB cable. The larger plug on the cable is connected to the printer. Slide open the video out / USB port cover and insert the smaller plug of the cable into the camera. Turn the camera on; the PictBridge screen is displayed automatically.
The number of prints in the print run are displayed as well as the print parameters selected with the menu. See the menu navigation section for more information (p. 134). Press the central button of the controller to begin printing, or press the menu button to return to the PictBridge screen. No.
NAVIGATING THE PICTBRIDGE MENU Pressing the menu button opens and closes the menu. The four-way keys of the controller and the control dials move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting. The options that can be changed vary with the printer. Activate the menu with the menu button. Tab 1 at the top of the menu is highlighted. Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the appropriate menu tab; the menus change as the tabs are highlighted.
Batch print Index print – – Index to menu functions Batch print, 135 Data print, 137 DPOF print, 137 Paper size Layout Print quality Data print Printer setup Printer setup Printer setup Printer setup Index print, 135 Layout, 136 Paper size, 136 DPOF print – Print quality, 137 Batch print Batch print in section 1 selects all still images on the memory card for printing. Two options are available: All-frames - to print all images on the card.
Paper size The paper size of the print can be specified in section 2 of the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup option uses the size set with the printer. Highlight the current size setting in the menu and press the central button of the controller to open the paper-size screen. Paper size Layout Print quality Data print Printer setup :enter Language Use the four-way keys of the controller to highlight the paper size. Press the central button of the controller to set the paper size.
Print quality The print quality can be set in section 2 of the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup option uses the quality set with the printer. The fine quality can be specified with the camera. Data print Data can be printed with the image in section 2 of the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup option uses the options set with the printer. The date of capture and the file name can be selected for printing. Data printing can also be disabled with the menu.
TROUBLESHOOTING The section covers minor problems with basic camera operation. For major problems or damage to the camera or charger, or if a problem continues to reoccur frequently, contact a Konica Minolta service facility. Problem Symptom Nothing displayed on monitor. The camera will not work. “Err” displayed on the monitor. Cause Solution The batteries are dead. Recharge battery (p. 21). The AC adapter is not connected properly.
Problem Symptom Focus signal is blinking. Pictures are not sharp. Pictures are taken indoors or in low-light situations without flash. While using flash, the pictures are too dark. Cause Solution Subject is too close. Make sure the subject is within the focus range of the lens. Use the focus-lock function to A special situation is focus on an object at the preventing the autofocus same distance as the subject system from (p. 30) or use manual focus focusing (p. 29) (p. 52).
Problem Symptom Cause Solution Shutter speed and/or aperture display blink. Subject or scene is outside the exposure control range of the camera. Adjust the exposure until the display stops blinking or change camera sensitivity (p. 51). Subject or scene is outside the metering range of the camera. In dark conditions, use the camera flash. Under bright light, use a neutral density filter on the lens to control the light levels. CCD setup error. Turn the camera off and on.
CARE AND STORAGE Read this section in its entirety to get the best results from your camera. With proper care, your camera will provide years of service. CAMERA CARE • Do not subject the camera to shock or impact. • Turn off the camera when transporting. • This camera is neither waterproof nor splashproof. Inserting or removing batteries or the memory card, or operating the camera with wet hands may damage the camera. • When at the beach or near water, take care not to expose the camera to water or sand.
OPERATING TEMPERATURES AND CONDITIONS • This camera has been designed for use in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). • Never leave the camera exposed to extreme high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun, or to extreme humidity. • When taking the camera from a cold to a warm environment, place it in a sealed plastic bag to prevent condensation from forming. Allow the camera to come to room temperature before removing it from the bag.
battery is exhausted. It must be replaced at a Konica Minolta service facility. • Keep battery and camera charger contacts clean. Dirty contacts can prevent charging. If the contacts become dirty, wipe them with a cotton swab. LCD MONITOR CARE • The LCD monitor is manufactured using high-precision technology and more than 99.99% of the pixels operate properly. Less than 0.01% of the monitor pixels are displayed as color or bright points; this is not monitor defect and does not affect the recorded image.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Number of effective pixels: CCD: Camera sensitivity (ISO): Aspect ratio: A/D conversion: Autofocusing system: AF sensitivity range: Meter: Metering range: Shutter: Flash guide number: Flash sync.: Flash coverage: Built-in flash recycling time: Viewfinder: Field of view: Eye relief: Viewfinder magnification: Monitor LCD: Recording media: File formats: PRINT Image Matching III: Menu languages: Video output: 144 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 6.1 million APS-C size (23.5 X 15.
Battery: Optional power source: One Lithium-ion Battery NP-400 AC adapter (AC-1L or AC-11) Vertical Control Grip VC-7D Battery performance (recording): Approx. number of recorded images: 400 frames. Based on the CIPA standard with a NP-400 lithium-ion battery, 512MB CompactFlash card. Dimensions: 150.0 (W) X 106.0 (H) X 77.5 (D) mm 5.9 (W) X 4.2 (H) X 3.1 (D) in Weight: Approximately 760g (26.
The following marks may be found on the product: This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the EU (European Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations. CE stands for Conformité Européenne (European Conformity). FCC Compliance Statement Declaration on Conformity Responsible Party: Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A. Inc.
DIGITAL EFFECTS CONTROL EXAMPLES The Digital Effects Controls are accessed from section 1 of the recording menu (p. 64) See page 69 on how to set Digital Effects. Contrast: -2 Contrast: +2 Saturation: -2 Normal Saturation: +2 Hue: -2 Hue corrections are made by rotating the color in the image within a color space.
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