User's Guide: Digital Camera

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Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product.
Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this Users Guide.
Keep the Users Guide in a safe place for future reference.
For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM
Website at http://www.exilim.com/
Digital Camera
Users Guide
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As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all items shown below are
included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer.
* The NP-82 battery is specially designed to be included with this EXILIM model. When
purchasing a replacement or spare, be sure to purchase an NP-80 battery.
Unpacking
Digital camera
Rechargeable lithium ion
battery (NP-82*)
Charger unit (BC-81L)
Power cord Strap
USB cable CD-ROM Basic Reference
To attach the strap to the camera
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Attach strap here.
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The contents of this manual and the bundled Basic Reference are subject to
change without notice.
The contents of this manual have been checked at each step of the production
process. Feel free to contact us if you notice anything that is questionable,
erroneous, etc.
Any copying of the contents of this Users Guide, either in part or its entirety, is
forbidden. Except for your own personal use, any other use of the contents of this
manual without the permission of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. is forbidden
under copyright laws.
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or lost
profits suffered by you or any third party due to the use or malfunction of this
product.
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages, lost
profits, or claims by third parties arising out of the use of Photo Transport or
YouTube Uploader for CASIO.
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or lost
profits caused by loss of memory contents due to malfunction, repair, or any other
reason.
Note that the example screens and product illustrations shown in this Users Guide
may differ somewhat from the screens and configuration of the actual camera.
LCD Panel
The liquid crystal panel of the monitor screen uses high-precision technology that
provides a pixel yield in excess of 99.99%. This means that some very small number
of pixels may not light or may remain lit at all times. This is due to the characteristics
of the liquid crystal panel, and does not indicate malfunction.
Read this first!
Take a few test shots
Before shooting your final image, shoot a test shot to ensure that the camera is
recording correctly.
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Contents
Contents
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Read this first! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
General Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Monitor Screen Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Quick Start Basics 13
What is a digital camera? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
What you can do with your CASIO camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
First, charge the battery prior to use.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
To charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
To load the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Configuring Basic Settings the First Time You Turn On the Camera. . . . . . . 18
Preparing a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Supported Memory Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
To load a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
To format (initialize) a new memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Turning the Camera On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
To turn power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
To turn off the camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Holding the Camera Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
To shoot a snapshot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Viewing Snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Deleting Images. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
To delete a single file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
To delete all files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Snapshot Shooting Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Auto Focus Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Snapshot Tutorial 29
Using the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Changing the Image Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Size) . . 30
Using Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Flash) . . 33
Using Face Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Face Detection) . . 35
Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement . . . (Anti Shake) . . 36
Specifying ISO Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (ISO) . . 37
Adjusting White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (White Balance) . . 37
Correcting Image Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(EV Shift) . . 39
Using the easy Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Changing the Control Panel Date/Time Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Shooting with Zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom Switch Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
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Recording Movie Images and Audio 45
To record a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Recording Audio Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Voice Recording) . . 47
To play back an audio recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Using BEST SHOT 49
What is BEST SHOT? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Some Sample Scenes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
To shoot an image with BEST SHOT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Advanced Settings 52
Using On-screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
REC Mode Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (REC) . . 54
Selecting a Focus Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Focus) . . . 54
Changing the Focus Frame Shape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Focus Frame) . . . 57
Using Continuous Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (CS) . . . 58
Using the Self-timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Self-timer) . . . 59
Shooting with Face Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Face Detection) . . . 60
Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement . . . . (Anti Shake) . . . 60
Specifying the Auto Focus Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (AF Area) . . . 60
Using the easy Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (easy Mode) . . . 61
Assigning Functions to the [4] and [6] Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (L/R Key) . . . 61
Displaying the On-screen Grid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Grid) . . . 62
Turning Digital Zoom On or Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Digital Zoom) . . . 62
Turning on Image Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Review) . . . 62
Using Icon Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Icon Help) . . . 62
Configuring Power On Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Memory) . . . 63
Image Quality Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Quality) . . 64
Specifying Snapshot Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Size) . . . 64
Specifying Snapshot Image Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Quality (Snapshot)) . . . 64
Specifying Movie Image Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Quality (Movie)) . . . 65
Correcting Image Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (EV Shift) . . . 65
Controlling White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (White Balance) . . . 65
Specifying ISO Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(ISO) . . . 66
Specifying the Metering Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Metering) . . . 66
Using Built-in Color Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Color Filter) . . . 66
Controlling Image Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Sharpness) . . . 67
Controlling Color Saturation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Saturation) . . . 67
Adjusting Image Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Contrast) . . . 67
Specifying Flash Intensity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Flash Intensity) . . . 67
Viewing Snapshots and Movies 68
Viewing Snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Viewing a Movie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Zooming an On-screen Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Displaying the Image Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
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Viewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Other Playback Functions (PLAY) 72
Playing a Slideshow on the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Slideshow) . . 72
Using Red Eye Correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Red Eye) . . 73
Selecting Images for Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (DPOF Printing) . . 73
Protecting a File Against Deletion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Protect) . . 74
Rotating an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Rotation) . . 75
Resizing a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Resize) . . 75
Cropping a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Trimming) . . 76
Adding Audio to a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Dubbing) . . 76
To play snapshot audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Copying Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Copy) . . 78
Printing 79
Printing Snapshots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Connecting Directly to a PictBridge Compatible Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and
the Number of Copies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Using the Camera with a Computer 85
Things you can do using a computer... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Playing Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Uploading Movie Files to YouTube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Transferring Images from Your Computer to Camera Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Viewing User Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (PDF Files) . . . 95
User Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Using the Camera with a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Connecting the Camera to Your Computer and Saving Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Transferring Images Automatically and Managing Them
on Your Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Playing a Movie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Viewing User Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (PDF Files) . . 100
User Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Using an Eye-Fi Wireless SD Memory Card to Transfer Images . (Eye-Fi) . 100
Files and Folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Memory Card Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Other Settings (Set Up) 105
Selecting a REC Mode Screen Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (R Panel) . 105
Turning off Eye-Fi Card Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Eye-Fi) . 105
Configuring Camera Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Sounds) . 106
Configuring a Startup Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Startup) . 106
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Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule . . . . . (File No.) . 107
Configuring World Time Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (World Time) . 107
Time Stamping Snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Timestamp) . 108
Setting the Cameras Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Adjust) . 109
Specifying the Date Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Date Style) . 109
Specifying the Display Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Language) . 110
Configuring Sleep State Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Sleep) . 110
Configuring Auto Power Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Auto Power Off) . .111
Configuring [r] and [p] Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (REC/PLAY) . .111
Configuring USB Protocol Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (USB) . 112
Selecting the Screen Aspect Ratio and
Video Output System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Video Out) . 112
Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Format) . 113
Resetting the Camera to Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Reset) . 113
Configuring Monitor Screen Settings 114
Using the On-screen Histogram to Check Exposure . . . . . . . (Histogram) . 114
How to Use the Histogram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Appendix 116
Precautions during Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
To replace the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Battery Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Using the Camera in another Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Using a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
To replace the memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Computer System Requirements
for Bundled Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Bundled CD-ROM) . 127
Reset Initial Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
When things dont go right... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Display Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Number of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time/Voice Recording Time . . . . . 137
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
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The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained.
. Camera
General Guide
1
Zoom controller
(pages 23, 42, 69)
2
Shutter button (page 23)
3
[ON/OFF] (Power)
(page 21)
4
Flash (page 33)
5
Microphone
(pages 46, 77)
6
Lens
7
Front lamp (page 59)
8
Back lamp
(pages 21, 24, 33)
bs
Battery/memory card slots
(pages 16, 19, 123, 125)
bt
USB/AV port (pages 70, 80, 88, 97)
ck
Connector cover
cl
Speaker
cm
Tripod hole
Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.
4 3 2 1
6
5
7
[ ]
[ ]
[ ]
[ ]
[SET]
bk
bn
8 9
bl
bm bp bq br bo
Front Back
bs
cl cm
ck bt
Bottom
9
[0] (movie) button
(page 45)
bk
[r] (REC) button
(pages 21, 23)
bl
Strap hole (page 2)
bm
[SET] button (page 29)
bn
[BS] button (page 49)
bo
[MENU] button
(page 52)
bp
Control button
([8] [2] [4] [6])
(pages 27, 29, 33, 52,
114)
bq
[p] (PLAY) button
(pages 21, 26)
br
Monitor screen
(pages 10, 114)
9
. Charger Unit
3
2
1
1
+ - Contacts
2
[CHARGE] Lamp
3
AC jack
10
The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed
of the cameras status.
The sample screens in this section are intended to show you the locations of all the
indicators and figures that can appear on the monitor screen in various modes.
They do not represent screens that actually appear on the camera.
. Snapshot Recording
Monitor Screen Contents
Panel : Off
Panel : On
1
Focus mode (page 54)
2
Continuous shutter (page 58)
3
Self-timer (page 59)
4
Recording mode (page 23)
5
Image deterioration indicator (page 43)
6
Metering mode (page 66)
7
Remaining snapshot memory capacity
(page 137)
8
Snapshot image size (page 30)
9
Snapshot image quality (page 64)
bk
Flash (page 33)
bl
Face detection (page 35)
bm
Anti Shake (page 36)
bn
ISO sensitivity (page 37)
bo
White balance setting (page 37)
bp
Exposure compensation (page 39)
bq
easy Mode (page 40)
br
Date/time (page 42)
bs
Shutter speed
bt
Aperture value
ck
Battery level indicator (page 17)
cl
Histogram (page 114)
cm
Focus frame (pages 24, 60)
NOTE
If the current aperture, shutter speed, ISO sensitivity, or Auto Exposure is not
correct, the setting will turn orange when you half-press the shutter button.
bs
bt
bn
9
1 bk 2 bo 3456 7
br
ck bp
cm
cl
bm
8
ck
cl
br bs bt bn
cm
789 6 5 34 2 1
bm
bq
bk
bl
bo
bp
bn
11
. Movie Recording
easy Mode
Panel : Off
Panel : On
1
Recording mode (page 45)
2
Remaining movie memory capacity (page 45)
3
Focus mode (page 54)
4
5
6
7
8
Movie recording time (page 45)
ck
cm
br
8
7 3 bk
6
7
34 1
2
8
5
6
7
1 3 2
4
5
8
12
. Snapshot Viewing
. Movie Playback
1
File type
2
Protect indicator (page 74)
3
Folder name/file name (page 102)
4
Snapshot image quality (page 64)
5
Snapshot image size (page 30)
6
7
Aperture value
8
Shutter speed
9
Date/time (page 42)
bk
Metering mode (page 66)
bl
bm
Flash (page 33)
bn
Recording mode
bo
bp
bq
1
File type
2
Protect indicator (page 74)
3
Folder name/file name (page 102)
4
Movie recording time (page 68)
5
Movie image quality (page 65)
6
Date/time (page 42)
7
12
4
7
5
8
9
6
3
bp
bq
bo
blbk bm bn
7
3
12
4
5
6
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What is a digital camera?
Delete
A digital camera stores images on a memory card, so you can record and
delete images a countless number of times.
Play
Record
You can use the images you record in a variety of different ways.
Store images on your
computer.
Print images. Attach images to e-mail.
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Your CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to
make recording of digital images easier, including the following three main functions.
What you can do with your CASIO camera
BEST SHOT
Simply select the sample scene you want and the
camera sets up automatically. Then all you need
do is press the shutter button for perfect images.
Anti Shake
The camera corrects automatically to minimize
image blur due to camera movement and high-
speed subject movement.
See page 36 for more information.
Face Detection
Point the camera at a person and it automatically
detects the persons face for beautiful portraits
every time.
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Note that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps
under To charge the battery to bring the battery to a full charge.
Your camera requires a special CASIO rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-82) or
an optionally available rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-80) for power. Never
try to use any other type of battery.
1. Positioning the positive
+
and
negative
-
terminals of the battery
with those of the charger unit, load
the battery into the charger unit.
2. Plug the charger unit into a
household power outlet.
About 210 minutes are required to
reach full charge. The [CHARGE]
lamp will go out when charging is
complete. Unplug the power cord
from the power outlet and then
remove the battery from the charger.
First, charge the battery prior to use.
To charge the battery
Lamp Status Description
Lit Red Charging
Flashing Red
Abnormal ambient temperature, charger problem, or
battery problem (page 123)
Off Charging complete
[CHARGE] lamp
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Other Charging Precautions
Use the special charger (BC-81L) to charge the special lithium ion battery (NP-82
or NP-80). Never use any other type of charger device. Attempting to use a
different charger can result in an unexpected accident.
A battery that is still warm due to normal use may not charge fully. Give the battery
time to cool before charging it.
A battery discharges slightly even when it is not loaded in the camera. Because of
this, it is recommended that you charge the battery immediately before you need to
use it.
Charging the cameras battery may cause interference with TV and radio reception.
If this happens, plug the charger into an outlet that is further away from the TV or
radio.
Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions.
1. Open the battery cover.
Slide the battery cover slider towards OPEN and
then open it as indicated by the arrows in the
illustration.
2. Load the battery.
With the EXILIM logo on
the battery facing upwards
(in the direction of the
monitor screen), hold the
stopper next to the battery
in the direction indicated
by the arrow as you slide
the battery into the
camera. Press the battery
in until the stopper
secures it in place.
To load the battery
2
1
Stopper
EXILIM logo
Front Back
Battery contacts
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3. Close the battery cover.
Close the battery cover and then shift the slider
towards LOCK.
For information about how to replace the battery,
see page 123.
Checking Remaining Battery Power
As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates
remaining power as shown below.
indicates battery power is low. Charge the battery as soon as possible.
Recording is not possible when is indicated. Charge the battery immediately.
The level shown by the battery indicator may change when you switch between the
REC mode and PLAY mode.
The camera date and time display will not be correct if the camera is left for about
two days with no power supplied while the battery is dead. If this happens, load
new battery and then set the correct time and date (page 109).
See page 141 for information about battery life and memory capacity.
Battery Power Conservation Tips
When you do not need to use the flash, select ? (flash off) for the flash setting
(page 33).
Enable the Auto Power Off and the Sleep features to protect against wasting
battery power when you forget to turn off the camera (pages 110, 111).
Remaining Power High Low
Battery Indicator * * *
Indicator Color Cyan * Amber * Red * Red
1
2
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The first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the
display language, date, and time settings. Failure to set the date and time correctly
will cause the wrong date and time data to be recorded with images.
IMPORTANT!
A screen for language selection will not appear in step 2 of the procedure below if
you purchased a camera intended for the Japanese market. To change the display
language from Japanese in this case, use the procedure under Specifying the
Display Language (Language) (page 110). Note that a version of this manual in
the language you select may not be included with a camera intended for the
Japanese market.
Camera models sold in certain geographic areas may not support display language
selection.
1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on
the camera.
2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select
the language you want and then
press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select a date style and then press [SET].
Example: July, 10, 2012
YY/MM/DD * 12/7/10
DD/MM/YY * 10/7/12
MM/DD/YY * 7/10/12
4. Set the date and the time.
Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want to
change and then use [8] and [2] to change it.
To switch between 12-hour and 24-hour format, press
[BS].
5. After setting the date and time, use [4] and [6]
to select Apply and then press [SET].
Configuring Basic Settings the First Time You Turn On the
Camera
If you make a mistake configuring display language, date, or time settings with the
above procedure, refer to the following pages for information about how to correct
the settings.
Display language: Page 110
Date and time: Page 109
[SET]
[ON/OFF] (Power)
[BS]
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NOTE
Each country controls its local time offset and the use of summer time, and so they
are subject to change.
Removing the battery too soon after you set the time and date can cause the date
and time display to become incorrect. Do not remove the battery for at least 24
hours after configuring settings.
Though the camera has built-in memory that can be used to store images and
movies, you probably will want to purchase a commercially available memory card for
greater capacity. The camera does not come with a memory card. Images and
movies recorded while a memory card is loaded are saved to the memory card. When
no memory card is loaded, images and movies are saved to built-in memory.
For information about memory card capacities, see page 137.
SD Memory Card
SDHC Memory Card
Use one of the above types of memory card.
1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn off the camera
and then open the battery cover.
Slide the battery cover slider towards OPEN and
then open it as indicated by the arrows in the
illustration.
2. Load a memory card.
Positioning the memory card so its
front is facing upwards (in the direction
of the monitor screen), slide it into the
card slot all the way in until you hear it
click securely into place.
Preparing a Memory Card
Supported Memory Cards
To load a memory card
2
1
Front Back
Front
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3. Close the battery cover.
Close the battery cover and then shift the slider
towards LOCK.
For information about how to replace the memory
card, see page 125.
IMPORTANT!
Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 19) into the memory
card slot.
Should water or any foreign object ever get into the card slot, immediately turn off
the camera, remove the battery, and contact your retailer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center.
You need to format a new memory card before using it for the first time.
1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU].
2. Select the Set Up tab, select Format and then press [6].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select Format and then press [SET].
IMPORTANT!
Formatting a memory card that already has snapshots or other files on it, will delete
its contents. Normally you do not need to format a memory card again. However, if
storing to a card has slowed down or if you notice any other abnormality, re-format
the card.
Be sure to use the camera to format a memory card. Formatting a memory card on
a computer and then using it in the camera can slow down data processing by the
camera. In the case of an SD or SDHC memory card, formatting on a computer can
result in non-conformity with the SD format, causing problems with compatibility,
operation, etc.
Before formatting a new Eye-Fi card to use it for the first time, copy the Eye-Fi
Manager install files to your computer. Do this before formatting the card.
To format (initialize) a new memory card
1
2
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To enter the REC mode, press [ON/OFF] (Power) or
[r] (REC). To enter the PLAY mode, press [p]
(PLAY).
The back lamp will light (green) momentarily and the
camera will turn on. If you are entering the REC mode,
the lens will extend from the camera at this time.
Take care to ensure that nothing is restricting or
coming into contact with the lens as it extends.
Holding the lens with your hand so it cannot extend
creates the risk of malfunction.
Pressing [p] (PLAY) while in the REC mode
switches to the PLAY mode. The lens retracts about
10 seconds after switching modes.
The Sleep function or Auto Power Off (pages 110,
111) will turn off power automatically if you do not
perform any operation for a preset amount of time.
Press [ON/OFF] (Power).
You can configure the camera so power does not turn on when you press [r]
(REC) or [p] (PLAY). You also can configure the camera to turn off when you
press [r] (REC) or [p] (PLAY) (page 111).
Turning the Camera On and Off
To turn power on
To turn off the camera
[ON/OFF] (Power)
Back lamp
[p]
(PLAY)
[r]
(REC)
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Your images will not come out clearly if you move the camera when you press the
shutter button. When pressing the shutter button, be sure to hold the camera as
shown in the illustration below, and keep it still by pressing your arms firmly against
your sides as you shoot.
Holding the camera still, carefully press the shutter button and take care to avoid all
movement as the shutter releases and for a few moments after it releases. This is
especially important when available lighting is low, which slows down the shutter
speed.
NOTE
Take care that your fingers and the
strap do not cover any of the areas
indicated in the illustration.
To protect against accidentally
dropping the camera, attach the
wrist strap and make sure it is
around your fingers or wrist while
you are operating the camera.
Never swing the camera around by
its strap.
The supplied strap is intended for
use with this camera only. Never
use it for any other purpose.
Holding the Camera Correctly
Horizontal Vertical
Hold the camera so the flash is
above the lens.
Flash
Front lamp
Strap
Lens
Microphone
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1. Press [r] (REC) to turn on the camera.
Make sure R is on the display. If it isnt, see page 49.
2. Point the camera
at the subject.
You can zoom the
image, if you want.
To shoot a snapshot
Monitor screen
Shutter button
[r] (REC)
Remaining Snapshot Memory
Capacity (page 137)
Snapshot mode icon
w Wide Angle z Telephoto
Zoom controller
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3. Half-press the shutter button to
focus the image.
When focus is complete, the camera
will beep, the back lamp will light
green, and the focus frame will turn
green.
4. Continuing to keep the camera still, press the shutter button the rest of
the way down.
This records the snapshot.
When you half-press the shutter button, the
camera automatically adjusts exposure and
focuses on the subject it is currently pointed
at. Mastering how much pressure is required
for a half-press and a full-press of the shutter
button is an important technique for good-
looking images.
The focus frame in the screen shots
included in this manual is shown at .
Note that you can change the form of the
focus frame, if you want (page 57).
Recording a Movie
Press [0] (Movie) to start
movie recording. Press
[0] (Movie) again to stop
movie recording. See
page 45 for details.
Focus frame Back lamp
Half-press
Press lightly
until the
button stops.
Beep, beep (Image is in focus.)
Full-press
Snap (Image is recorded.)
[0] (Movie)
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. If the image does not focus...
If the focus frame stays red and the back lamp is flashing green, it means that the
image is not in focus (because the subject is too close, etc.). Re-point the camera at
the subject and try to focus again.
. If the subject is not in the center of the frame...
Focus lock (page 56) is the name of a technique you can use when you want to
shoot an image in which the subject to be focused on is not within the focus frame in
the center of the screen.
. To track the movement of a moving subject
Half-press the shutter button to follow and focus automatically on a moving subject.
See O Tracking (page 60) for more information.
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Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the cameras monitor screen.
For information about how to play back movies, see page 68.
1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the
PLAY mode.
This will display one of the snapshots
currently stored in memory.
Information about the displayed
snapshot also is included (page 12).
You also can clear the information to
view only the snapshot (page 114).
You can zoom in on the image by
sliding the zoom controller towards z (page 69). If you are recording a
snapshot that is very important to you, it is recommended that you zoom the
image and check its details after recording it.
2. Use [4] and [6] to scroll between images.
Holding down either button scrolls at high speed.
NOTE
Half-pressing the shutter button while in the PLAY mode or while a menu screen is
displayed will switch directly to the REC mode.
Viewing Snapshots
[p] (PLAY)
[6] [6]
[4] [4]
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If memory becomes full, you can delete images you no longer need to free up storage
and record more images.
IMPORTANT!
Remember that a file (image) delete operation cannot be undone.
Deleting an audio snapshot (page 76) deletes both the snapshot and the audio file.
1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then
press [2] ( ).
2. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files until the one you want to
delete is displayed.
3. Use [8] and [2] to select Delete and then press [SET].
To delete other files, repeat steps 2 and 3.
To exit the delete operation, press [MENU].
1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then press [2] ( ).
2. Use [8] and [2] to select Delete All Files and then press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select Yes and then press [SET] to delete all files.
This will cause the message There are no files to appear.
Deleting Images
To delete a single file
To delete all files
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Operation
Never open the battery cover while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can
result in the image you just shot being saved incorrectly, damage to other images
stored in memory, malfunction of the camera, etc.
If unwanted light is shining directly onto the lens, shade the lens with your hand
when shooting an image.
Monitor Screen when Shooting Snapshots
Subject brightness conditions can cause monitor screen response to slow and can
cause digital noise in the monitor screen image.
The image that appears on the monitor screen is for image composition. The actual
image will be recorded at the quality set for the image quality setting (page 64).
Shooting Indoors under Fluorescent Lighting
Minute flickering of fluorescent lighting can affect the brightness or color of an
image.
Any of the following can make proper focus impossible.
Solid color wall or other very low contrast subject
Strongly back lit subject
Very shiny subject
Blinds or other subject with a repeating horizontal pattern
Multiple subjects at varying distances from the camera
Subject in a dark location
Camera movement while shooting
Fast-moving subject
Subjects outside the focus range of the camera
If you cannot focus properly, try using focus lock (page 56) or Manual Focus (page
54).
Snapshot Shooting Precautions
Auto Focus Restrictions
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The Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings.
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to change.
* Snapshot image quality cannot be changed using the Control Panel.
3. Use [4] and [6] to change the setting.
4. If you want to configure another setting, repeat steps 2 and 3.
5. After all of the settings are the way you want, press [SET].
This will apply the settings and return to the REC mode.
NOTE
You also can configure settings other than those listed above (page 52).
The Control Panel cannot be displayed while an easy Mode, For YouTube, or
Voice Recording Operation is in progress.
Using the Control Panel
1. In the REC mode, press [SET].
This will cause a Control Panel to appear along the right
side of the monitor screen. The settings available for the
currently selected Control Panel also appear. You can
use the control panel to configure various camera
settings.
If On is selected for the Panel setting (page 105), the
Control Panel is always displayed along the right side
of the monitor screen.
1
Image size/Quality* (pages 30, 64)
2
Flash (page 33)
3
Face detection (page 35)
4
Anti shake (page 36)
5
6
White balance (page 37)
7
EV shift (page 39)
8
easy Mode (page 40)
9
Date/Time (page 42)
Available settings Control Panel
[SET]
[8] [2] [4] [6]
1
9
5
3
4
7
8
2
6
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. Pixels
A digital camera image is a collection of small
dots called pixels. The more pixels there are
in an image, the more detail there will be.
However, you generally can do with fewer
pixels when printing an image (L size) through
a print service, attaching an image to e-mail,
when viewing the image on a computer, etc.
. About image sizes
The size of an image indicates how many pixels it contains, and is expressed as
horizontal pixelsxvertical pixels.
Changing the Image Size (Size)
8M (3264
x
2448) size image =
Approximately 8 million pixels
* Unit: pixels
VGA (640
x
480) size image =
Approximately 300,000 pixels
Pixel
3264*
2
4
4
8
*
640*
4
8
0
*
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Image Size Selection Tips
Note that larger images have more pixels, so they take up more memory space.
For information about image size, image quality, and number of images that can be
stored, see page 137.
For information about movie image size, see page 65.
For information about resizing existing snapshots, see page 75.
Large Number
of Pixels
More detail, but takes up more memory. Best
when you plan to print large-size prints (such
as A3 size).
Small Number
of Pixels
Less detail, but takes up less memory. Best
when you want to send images by e-mail,
etc.
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. To select the image size
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the top Control Panel option (Image Size).
3. Use [4] and [6] to select an image size and then press [SET].
The initial factory default image size setting is 12M.
Selecting 3:2 records images with an aspect ratio of 3:2, which matches the
standard aspect ratio of print paper.
The letters HDTV stand for High Definition Television. An HDTV screen has an
aspect ratio of 16:9, which makes them wider than the usual 4:3 aspect ratio of
television screens of the past. Your camera can record images that are compatible
with the aspect ratio an HDTV screen.
You should regard the print paper sizes suggested here as guidelines only (200 dpi
print resolution).
Image Size
(Pixels)
Suggested
Print Size and
Application
Description
12M
(4000
x
3000)
Poster Print
Good detail for better clarity even for images
cropped (page 76) from the original
3:2
(4000
x
2656)
Poster Print
16:9
(4000
x
2240)
HDTV
8M
(3264
x
2448)
A3 Print
Good detail
5M
(2560
x
1920)
A4 Print
3M
(2048
x
1536)
3.5"
x
5" Print
Best when preserving memory capacity is
relatively more important than image quality.
VGA
(640
x
480)
E Mail
Image files are smaller, which is better when
attaching images to e-mail. However, images are
relatively coarser.
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1. In the REC mode, press [2] ( ) to
select the flash setting you want.
Each press of [2] ( ) cycles through
the available flash settings.
If On is selected for the Panel setting
(page 105), you can change the flash
setting by pressing [2] ( ) once,
using [4] and [6] to select the setting,
and then pressing [SET].
2. Press the shutter button to shoot.
For information about Flash Range, see page 140.
Using Flash (Flash)
Auto Flash
Flash fires automatically in accordance with exposure
(amount of light and brightness) conditions.
Flash Off Flash does not fire.
Flash On
Flash always fires. This setting can be used to brighten a
subject that normally comes out dark due to daylight or
backlight (daylight synchro flash).
Red Eye
Flash fires automatically. This type of flash can be used to
reduce the chance of redness in the subjects eyes.
Back lamp
Flashes orange while the flash is charging to
indicate that image recording is disabled.
You will not be able to take another flash
snapshot until the lamp stops flashing orange,
which indicates that charging is complete.
< indicates the flash will fire.
[2] ( )
Flash
>
?
<
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NOTE
Take care so your fingers and the strap do not block the flash.
The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is too far away or too
close.
Flash charging time (page 140) depends on operating conditions (battery
condition, ambient temperature, etc.)
Shooting with flash turned off when lighting is dim results in a slow shutter speed,
which can cause image blur due to camera movement. Under such conditions,
secure the camera with a tripod, etc.
With red eye reduction, the flash is fired automatically in accordance with
exposure. It does not fire in areas where lighting is bright.
The presence of outdoor sunlight, fluorescent lighting, or some other light source
can cause abnormal image colors.
Select ? (Flash Off) for the flash setting when shooting in areas where flash
photography is prohibited.
Red-eye Reduction
Using the flash to shoot at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the
eyes of people who are in the image. This is caused when the light from the flash
reflects off of the retina of the eye. When red-eye reduction is selected as the flash
mode, the camera fires a pre-flash to cause the irises in the eyes of any people in the
image to close, which reduces the chance of red eye.
Note the following important points when using red-eye reduction.
Red-eye reduction does not work unless the people in the image are looking
directly at the camera (flash).
Red-eye reduction may not work very well if the subjects are located far away from
the camera.
Other Useful Flash Features
Changing the flash intensity (page 67)
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The face detection feature adjusts focus and brightness to the faces in the image.
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the third Control Panel option from the top
(Face Detection).
3. Use [4] and [6] to select G Face Detection: On and then press
[SET].
4. Point the camera at the subject(s).
The camera will detect human faces and display a
frame around each one.
5. Half-press the shutter button.
The camera will focus and the frames around the
faces it focuses on will turn green.
6. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down.
Tips for Best Face Detection Results
The camera performs center focus if it cannot detect a face.
Always make sure that Auto Focus (AF) is selected as the focus mode when
shooting with face detection.
Face detection may take a bit longer when you hold the camera sideways.
Detection of the following types of faces is not supported.
Face that is obstructed by hair, sunglasses, a hat, etc., or a face in dark shade
A profile or a face that is at an angle
A face that is very far away and small, or very close and large
A face in an area that is very dark
The face of a pet or some other non-human subject
Using Face Detection (Face Detection)
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IMPORTANT!
Face detection cannot be used in combination with any of the following features.
Some BEST SHOT scenes (For YouTube, Voice Recording)
easy Mode
Movie Recording
The following functions are disabled when shooting with face detection.
Multi AF, Tracking AF
You can turn on the cameras Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subject
movement or camera movement when shooting a moving subject using telephoto,
when shooting a fast-moving subject, or when shooting under dim lighting conditions.
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fourth Control Panel option from the top
(Anti Shake).
3. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
NOTE
ISO sensitivity, aperture, and shutter speed do not appear on the monitor screen
when you half-press the shutter button while Auto is selected. These values will
appear briefly, however, in the preview image that is displayed immediately after
you shoot a snapshot.
If the flash fires, the Anti Shake icon S will remain on the display, even though
Anti Shake does not function during flash photography.
The ISO sensitivity setting (page 37) must be AUTO for Anti Shake to work.
Shooting with Anti Shake can cause an image to appear somewhat coarser than
normal and can cause slight deterioration of image resolution.
Anti Shake may not be able to eliminate the effects of camera or subject movement
when movement is severe.
Anti Shake is disabled during movie recording.
Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement
(Anti Shake)
Auto Minimizes the effects of hand and subject movement.
Off Turns off Anti Shake settings
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ISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light.
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top
(ISO Sensitivity).
3. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
AUTO ISO sensitivity always is applied for movies, regardless of the current
ISO sensitivity setting.
You can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where you are
shooting and avoid the blue cast that results when shooting outdoors when it is
cloudy, and the green cast that results when shooting under fluorescent lighting.
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the sixth Control Panel option from the top
(White Balance).
Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO)
AUTO Adjusts sensitivity automatically according to conditions
ISO 80 Lower sensitivity
Higher sensitivity
Slow shutter speed
Fast shutter speed
(Set for shooting in
dimly lit areas.)
Less noise
Some coarseness
(increased digital
noise)
ISO 100
ISO 200
ISO 400
ISO 800
ISO 1600
Adjusting White Balance (White Balance)
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3. Use [4] and [6] to select the shooting condition you want and then
press [SET].
When Auto WB is selected for the white balance setting, the camera
automatically determines the white point of the subject. Certain subject colors
and light source conditions can cause problems when the camera tries to
determine the white point, which makes proper white balance adjustment
impossible. If this happens, select the white balance setting that matches your
shooting conditions (Daylight, Overcast, etc.)
Auto WB Configures the camera to adjust white balance automatically
Daylight For shooting outdoors on a clear day
Overcast
For shooting outdoors on an overcast rainy day, in the
shade, etc.
Shade For shooting on a clear day in the shade of trees or buildings
Day White
Fluorescent
For shooting under white or day white fluorescent lighting
Daylight
Fluorescent
For shooting under daylight fluorescent lighting
Tungsten For shooting under light bulb lighting
Manual WB
For configuring the camera manually to suit a particular light
source.
1
Select Manual WB.
2
Under the lighting conditions you
plan to use when shooting, point the
camera at a blank white piece of
paper so it fills the entire monitor
screen and then press the shutter
button.
3
Press [SET].
The white balance setting is retained even if you turn off the
camera.
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You can manually adjust an images exposure value (EV value) before shooting it.
Exposure Compensation Range: 2.0EV to +2.0EV
Unit: 1/3EV
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the third Control Panel option from the
bottom (EV Shift).
3. Use [4] and [6] to adjust the exposure compensation value.
To cancel exposure compensation, change
the EV value to 0.0.
4. Press [SET].
This applies the exposure compensation
value. The exposure compensation value you
set remains in effect until you change it or turn
off the camera (which causes it to revert to 0.0).
NOTE
When shooting under very dark or very bright conditions, you may not be able to
obtain satisfactory results even after performing exposure compensation.
Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift)
[6]: Increases the EV value. A higher EV
value is best for light-colored subjects
and backlit subjects.
[4]: Decreases the EV value. A lower EV
value is best for dark-color subjects and
for shooting outdoors on a clear day.
Exposure compensation value
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The easy mode eliminates troublesome setups and simplifies snapshot recording.
This mode is recommended for those who are new to digital imaging.
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the second Control Panel option from the
bottom (easy Mode).
3. Use [4] and [6] to select
|
On and then press [SET].
This enters the easy mode.
4. Focus the image.
While the focus frame is aligned with the subject, half-press the shutter button.
5. Shoot the image.
When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way.
This records the snapshot.
. Using the easy Menu
The easy menu contains flash, self-timer, and image size settings, plus an item for
exiting the easy mode.
While the camera is in the easy mode, all the other settings (besides Flash, Self-
timer, Image Size, and easy Mode) on the REC tab menu (page 128) and Quality tab
menu (page 128) are fixed at preset optimum values. Any settings you configured on
these tabs are not used in the easy mode.
IMPORTANT!
To use the Set Up tab menu (page 129), you need to exit the easy mode. To do
this, select the easy Mode item in step 2 of the following procedure, and then
select
l
in step 3. After that, you can use the Set up tab menu as you normally
do.
Using the easy Mode
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1. Press [MENU].
The easy menu displays larger text than standard
menus.
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the menu item you
want, and then press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
An asterisk (*) indicates reset default settings.
See the following for details.
Flash (page 33)
Self-timer (page 59)
Image Size (page 30)
The following are the settings you can select for easy Mode.
On-screen pop-up help text provides a brief explanation of each setting.
Menu Item: Available Settings:
Flash > (Auto Flash)* / < (Flash On) / ? (Flash Off)
Self-timer (10-second self-timer) / l*
Image Size 1* / % / !
easy Mode k / l*
Exit Menu Exit the easy menu
To do this:
Select this
setting:
Stay in the easy mode, without switching to another
recording type
k
Switch from the easy mode to a standard recording type l
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2. Use [8] and [2] to select the bottom Control Panel option (Date/Time).
Use [4] and [6] to select the date or time.
NOTE
You can select either of two display style (page 109) for the date: Month/Day or
Day/Month.
The time is displayed using 24-hour format.
Your camera provides you with 3X optical zoom (that changes the lens focal
distance), which can be used in combination with digital zoom (that digitally
processes the center portion of the image to enlarge it) for total zoom capabilities of
3X to 45.2X. The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 44).
1. In the REC mode, slide the zoom controller to zoom.
2. Press the shutter button to shoot the image.
IMPORTANT!
Digital zoom is disabled while date stamping (page 108) is turned on.
Changing the Control Panel Date/Time Style
Shooting with Zoom
w (Wide Angle) : Reduces the size of the subject and broadens the range.
z (Telephoto) : Enlarges the subject and narrows the range.
w Wide Angle z Telephoto Zoom controller
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NOTE
The higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the recorded image. Note that the
camera also has a function that lets you record using digital zoom without image
deterioration (page 43).
Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against image blur due to camera
movement when shooting with telephoto.
Performing a zoom operation changes the lens aperture.
Digital zoom only is available during movie recording. You can adjust the optical
zoom setting before you press the shutter button to start movie recording.
If you hold the zoom controller towards z (Telephoto), the zoom operation will stop
when the optical zoom factor reaches its maximum. Momentarily releasing the zoom
controller and then holding it again towards z (Telephoto) will switch to digital
zoom, which you can use to set an even higher zoom factor.
During zoom, a zoom bar on the monitor screen shows the current zoom setting.
Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom Switch Point
Image deterioration indicator
Zoom bar
Focusing range
(Displayed for Auto Focus, Macro Focus, and Manual
Focus.)
3X to 18.7X
Undeteriorated image
quality range
1X 12X to 45.2X
Zoom pointer (Indicates current zoom.)
Image deterioration
Optical/digital zoom switch point
* 3X optical zoom point
Deteriorated image
quality range
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The image deterioration point
depends on the image size (page
30). The smaller the image size,
the higher the zoom factor you
can use before reaching the
image deterioration point.
Though digital zoom generally
causes a deterioration of image
quality, some digital zoom
without image deterioration is
possible with image sizes of 8M
and smaller. The range in which
you can use digital zoom without
image deterioration is indicated
on the display. The deterioration
point depends on the image size.
Image
Size
Maximum
Zoom Factor
Undeteriorated
zoom limit
12M 12X 3X
3:2 12X 3X
16:9 12X 3X
8M 14.5X 3.7X
5M 18.7X 4.7X
3M 23.3X 5.8X
VGA 45.2X 18.7X
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Recording Movie Images and Audio
1. Configure the quality setting for the movie (page 65).
The length of the movie you can record will depend on the quality setting you
select.
2. In the REC mode, press [0]
(Movie).
This will start recording and display
Y on the monitor screen.
Movie recording includes monaural
audio.
3. Press [0] again to stop
recording.
Each movie can be up to 29
minutes long. Movie recording stops
automatically after 29 minutes of
recording. Movie recording also will stop automatically if memory becomes full
before you stop movie recording by pressing [0].
Shooting with BEST SHOT
With BEST SHOT (page 49), you can select the sample scene that matches the type
of movie you are trying to shoot and the camera will change its setup accordingly, for
beautiful movies every time. Selecting the BEST SHOT scene named Night Scene,
for example, will configure the camera so night scenes appear clearer and brighter.
To record a movie
Recording time
Remaining recording time
(page 138)
[0] (Movie)
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NOTE
Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become
slightly warm to the touch. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.
The camera also records audio. Note the following points
when shooting a movie.
Take care that the microphone is not blocked by your
fingers, etc.
Good recording results are not possible when the camera
is too far away from what you are trying to record.
Operating camera buttons while shooting can cause
button noise to be picked up in the audio.
Shooting a very bright subject can cause a vertical band to
appear in the monitor screen image. This does not indicate
malfunction. The band will not be recorded in a snapshot, but will be recorded in
the case of a movie.
Use of certain types of memory cards increase the time it takes to record movies,
which can cause movie frames to be lost. This condition is indicated by and Y
flashing on the monitor screen. To avoid loss of movie frames, use of a memory
card with a maximum transfer speed of at least 10MB per second is recommended
(page 126).
Only digital zoom can be used for zooming during movie recording. Since optical
zoom is not possible while recording a movie, zoom as required before pressing
[0] to start recording.
The effects of camera movement in an image become more pronounced when you
shoot close up or with a large zoom factor. Because of this, use of a tripod is
recommended under these conditions.
Auto Focus and Macro Focus become fixed focus while shooting a movie (page
54).
Microphone
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1. While a movie is being recorded, press the shutter button.
Movie recording continues after the snapshot is recorded.
NOTE
You can use [2] ( ) while shooting a movie to change the flash mode setting.
Movie recording is interrupted for a few seconds at the point where a snapshot is
recorded.
Shooting a snapshot during movie recording is not possible while any one of the
following BEST SHOT scenes is selected.
For YouTube, Voice Recording
Voice Recording lets you record audio only, without a snapshot or movie.
For information about Voice Recording capacities, see page 138.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS].
2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the
`
(Voice Recording) scene
and then press [SET].
This causes ` to appear on the monitor screen.
3. Press the shutter button to start recording.
The back lamp flashes green while recording is in
progress.
Pressing [SET] during recording will insert a
marker into the recording. During playback, you
will be able to jump to the markers in the
recording.
4. Press the shutter button again to stop audio
recording.
To create another audio recording file, repeat
steps 3 and 4.
To turn off Voice Recording, press [BS] and then
select R (Auto).
Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie
Recording Audio Only (Voice Recording)
Recording time
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NOTE
You can use [8] (DISP) during audio recording to toggle the monitor screen on
and off.
When monitor screen contents are turned off, selecting the Voice Recording
scene will cause the monitor screen to turn off immediately (page 114).
About audio data
Audio files can be played back on a computer using Windows Media Player or
QuickTime (pages 90, 99)
Audio Data: WAVE/IMA-ADPCM (WAV extension)
1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to display
the Voice Recording file you want to play.
` is displayed in place of an image for a Voice
Recording file.
2. Press [SET] to start playback.
Voice Recording Playback Controls
To play back an audio recording
Fast forward/fast reverse [4] [6]
Play/pause [SET]
Jump to marker
While playback is paused, press [4] or [6] to
jump to the next marker and then press [SET]
to resume playback.
Volume adjustment Press [2] and then press [8] [2]
Monitor screen on/off [8] (DISP)
Playback end [MENU]
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Using BEST SHOT
BEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample scenes that show a variety of
different types of shooting conditions. When you need to change the setup of the
camera, simply find the scene that matches what you are trying to achieve, and the
camera sets up for it automatically. This helps to minimize the chance of ruined
images due to poor exposure and shutter speed settings.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS].
This will display a menu of BEST
SHOT scenes.
The initial default selection is R
(Auto).
2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to
move the boundary to the scene
you want to select.
The scene menu has multiple
pages. Use [8] and [2] to scroll
between menu pages.
You can access information about
the currently selected scene. See
page 50 for details.
To return to normal snapshot recording, select Scene 1 R (Auto). Pressing
[MENU] while the scene selection screen or scene information screen is
displayed will cause the boundary to jump directly to R (Auto).
What is BEST SHOT?
Some Sample Scenes
Portrait Scenery Night Scene Night Scene Portrait
To shoot an image with BEST SHOT
Currently selected scene
(with boundary)
Scene number
Scene name
[BS]
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3. Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently
selected scene.
This returns to the REC mode.
The settings of the scene you selected remain in effect until you select a
different scene.
To select a different BEST SHOT scene, repeat the above procedure from
step 1.
4. Press the shutter button.
NOTE
The BEST SHOT YouTube scene sets up the camera for recording movies that are
optimized for uploading to YouTube. Movies recorded with the YouTube scene are
stored in a special folder to make them easy to locate for uploading (page 103).
Maximum recording time while the YouTube scene is selected is 10 minutes.
. Using Scene Information Screen
To find out more about a scene, select it with the boundary
on the scene selection screen, and then slide the zoom
controller in either direction.
To return to the scene menu, slide the zoom controller
again.
To scroll between scenes, use [4] and [6].
To configure the camera with the settings for the
currently selected scene, press [SET]. To return to the
scene information screen for the currently selected BEST SHOT scene, press [BS].
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. BEST SHOT Precautions
Some scenes like Night Scene and Fireworks result in a slow shutter speed setting.
Since a slow shutter speed increases the chance of digital noise in the image, the
camera automatically performs a digital noise reduction process when either of
these scenes is selected. This means that it will take a bit longer for the image to
be saved which is indicated by the back lamp flashing green. Do not perform any
key operation during that time. Also, it is a good idea to use a tripod to avoid image
blur due to camera movement when shooting at slow shutter speeds.
Your camera includes a sample scene that optimizes settings for auction site
images. Depending on your camera model, the sample scene is named either For
eBay or Auction. Images you record using the auction site sample scene are
stored in a special folder so you can easily find them on your computer (page 103).
When using this feature, image size is fixed at 2M (1600
x
1200 pixels).
High Sensitivity
The high sensitivity setting is disabled whenever the cameras flash fires.
High sensitivity may not produce the desired results in very dark conditions.
When shooting with slow shutter speeds, use a tripod to protect against blurring
due to camera movement.
Under certain lighting conditions, the camera will perform an automatic noise
filtering operation to reduce digital noise in the image. This operation causes the
camera to take longer than normal to save the image and be ready for the next
shot.
BEST SHOT scene images were not shot using this camera.
Images shot using a BEST SHOT scene may not produce the results you expected
due to shooting conditions and other factors.
You can modify the camera settings that are made after you select a BEST SHOT
scene. Note, however, that the BEST SHOT settings revert to their defaults when
you select another BEST SHOT scene or turn off the camera.
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Advanced Settings
The following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings.
You also can use the Control Panel (page 29) to configure some of the settings that
appear on the menu screen. Refer to the page references provided in this section
for information about configuring settings using the Control Panel.
. Example Menu Screen Operation
Press [MENU] to display the menu screen.
Menu contents are different in the REC mode and PLAY mode.
Menu Screen Operation Buttons
NOTE
Pressing the shutter button while the REC menu screen is displayed will cancel the
current menu operation and exit the menu screen.
Using On-screen Menus
[4] [6]
Selects tabs. [6] is also used to display the options available for a
setting.
[8] [2] Selects a setting option.
[SET] Registers the selected setting.
[MENU] Exits the menu screen.
Example: REC mode menu
[MENU] [SET]
[8] [2] [4] [6]
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1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
This will display the menu screen.
2. Use [4] and [6] to select the tab where the item you want to configure
is located.
3. Use [8] and [2] to select the menu item you
want, and then press [6].
4. Use [8] and [2] to change the setting.
5. After the setting is the way you want, press
[SET].
Pressing [4] registers the selected setting and
returns to the menu.
To configure settings on another tab after
pressing [4] to return to the menu, use [8] to
move the highlighting up to the tabs, and then use
[4] and [6] to select the tab you want.
. Menu Operations in This Manual
Menu operations are represented in this manual as shown below. The following
operation is the same one described under Example Menu Screen Operation on
page 52.
Settings
Example:
When Focus is
selected on the REC
tab
Tabs
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus
Use [4] and [6] to select the REC tab.
Use [8] and [2] to select the Focus and
then press [6].
Press [MENU]. Press [r] (REC).
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Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus
*1 The focus range is the distance from the lens surface.
*2 During movie recording, the Auto Focus mode is disabled.
*3 The minimum changes along with the optical zoom setting.
*4 The distance depends on shooting conditions, and appears on the monitor screen
when the shutter button is half-pressed.
REC Mode Settings (REC)
Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus)
Settings Type of Shot
Focus Mode Approximate Focus Range*
1
Snapshot Movies Snapshot Movies
Q Auto
Focus
General
recording
Automatic *
2
Approximately
10 cm to 9
(infinity) (3.9" to 9)
*
2
Macro Close ups Automatic
Fixed
focal
point
Approximately
10 cm to 50 cm
(3.9" to 19.7")
Fixed
distance
*
3,
*
5
E Pan
Focus
Shooting with a
relatively wide
focus range
Fixed
focal point
Fixed distance*
3,
*
4
) Infinity
Scenery and
other distant
subjects
Fixed Infinity
W
Manual
Focus
When you want
to focus
manually
Manual
Approximately 10 cm to 9
(infinity)*
3
(3.9" to 9)
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*5 (m)
NOTE
Above values are for reference only.
For movie macro, the focus range is a few centimeters within the center distance.
To focus with manual focus
1. On the monitor screen, compose the image so
the subject you want to focus on is within the
yellow boundary.
2. Watching the image on the monitor screen use
[4] and [6] to adjust focus.
At this time the image that is within the boundary
will enlarge and fill the monitor screen, which aids
in focusing. If you do not perform any operation for
two seconds while the enlarged image is displayed,
the screen in step 1 will re-appear.
Normal Macro
Zoom Steps Close Up Telephoto Center distance
Z1 (Wide) Approx. 0.71 (2.3') 9 0.30 (11.8")
2 Approx. 0.94 (3.1') 9 0.35 (13.8")
3 Approx. 1.33 (4.4') 9 0.40 (15.7")
4 Approx. 1.74 (5.7') 9 0.40 (15.7")
5 Approx. 1.95 (6.4') 9 0.40 (15.7")
6 Approx. 3.09 (10.1') 9 0.45 (17.7")
7 (Tele) Approx. 3.51 (11.5') 9 0.45 (17.7")
Yellow boundary
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NOTE
An Auto Macro feature detects how far the subject is from the lens and
automatically selects either Macro Focus or Auto Focus accordingly.
Use of the flash together with Macro Focus can cause the light of the flash to
become blocked, which may result in unwanted lens shadows in your image.
Auto Macro can be used when recording snapshots only.
Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation while shooting with Auto Focus,
Macro Focus, or Manual Focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen to tell
you the focus range, as shown below.
Example: oo cm to 9
* oo is the actual focusing range value.
The operations assigned to the [4] and [6] keys with the L/R Key setting (page
61) are disabled while Manual Focus is selected as the focus mode.
Using Focus Lock
Focus lock is a technique you can use when you want
to compose an image in which the subject you want to
focus on is not within the focus frame in the center of the
screen.
To use focus lock, select U Spot for the Auto
Focus area (page 60).
1. Align the monitor screens focus frame with
the subject you want to focus on and then
half-press the shutter button.
2. Keeping the shutter button half-pressed
(which maintains the focus setting), move the
camera to compose the image.
3. When you are ready to shoot the image,
press the shutter button the rest of the way
down.
NOTE
Focus lock also locks exposure (AE).
Subject to be focused on
Focus frame
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Advanced Settings
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus Frame
You can use this procedure to select from among five different shapes, including a
heart shape, for the focus frame.
NOTE
Half-pressing the shutter button will cause the focus frame to change one of the
shapes shown below.
When shooting with face detection or the easy mode, the frame shape is .
Changing the Focus Frame Shape (Focus Frame)
Settings
Focus successful
Focus not successful
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Advanced Settings
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * CS
While Continuous Shutter is turned on, images are continually recorded until memory
becomes full, as long as you keep the shutter button depressed.
Releasing the shutter button stops shooting.
NOTE
With continuous shutter, exposure and focus for the first image are applied for
successive images as well.
Continuous shutter cannot be used in combination with any of the following.
Some BEST SHOT scenes (For YouTube, Voice Recording)
easy Mode
Movie Recording
When using a continuous shutter mode, keep the camera still until all recording is
finished.
The continuous shutter rate depends on the current image size and image quality
settings.
The speed of Continuous Shutter depends on the type of memory card loaded in
the camera and the amount of free space available for storage. When shooting to
built-in memory, continuous shutter shooting is relatively slow.
You cannot use the self-timer in combination with Continuous Shutter.
Using Continuous Shutter (CS)
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Advanced Settings
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Self-timer
With the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is released
and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time.
The front lamp flashes while the Self-timer countdown
is in progress.
You can interrupt an ongoing Self-timer countdown by
pressing [SET].
NOTE
The Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features.
Continuous Shutter, certain BEST SHOT scene (Voice Recording)
The Triple Self-timer cannot be used together with the following feature.
BEST SHOT scene (For YouTube)
easy Mode
Movie Recording
Using the Self-timer (Self-timer)
10 sec 10-second Self-timer
2 sec
2-second Self-timer
When shooting under conditions that slow down the shutter speed,
you can use this setting to prevent image blur due to camera
movement.
X3
(Triple
Self-timer)
Shoots three images: one image 10 seconds after the shutter button is
pressed, and the next two images as soon as the camera is ready
after shooting the previous image. How long it takes for the camera to
get ready to shoot depends on the image size and quality settings,
whether or not a memory card is loaded in the camera, and the flash
charge condition.
Off Turns off the Self-timer.
Front lamp
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Advanced Settings
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Face Detection
For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 35.
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Anti Shake
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * AF Area
I Multi and O Tracking cannot be selected for the Auto Focus area while you
are using Face Detection (page 35).
Selecting O Tracking can cause vibration and noise to occur due to lens
operation while tracking a subject. This does not indicate malfunction.
Shooting with Face Detection (Face Detection)
Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement
(Anti Shake)
Specifying the Auto Focus Area (AF Area)
Spot
This mode takes readings of a small area in the center of the image.
This setting works well with focus lock (page 56).
Multi
When you half-press the shutter button while this setting selected,
the camera will select the optimum Auto Focus area from among nine
possible areas. The focus frame of the area where the camera
focuses will be displayed in green.
Tracking
Half-pressing the shutter button focuses on the subject and causes
the focus frame to track the movement of the subject.
U
I
O
U Spot, O Tracking I Multi
Focus frame
Focus frame
C
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Advanced Settings
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * easy Mode
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * L/R Key
You can assign one of the five functions listed below to the [4] and [6] keys.
Using the easy Mode (easy Mode)
Assigning Functions to the [4] and [6] Keys (L/R Key)
Setting [4]/[6] key operation
Metering Changes the Metering Mode (page 66)
EV Shift Adjusts the EV shift value (page 39)
White Balance Changes the white balance setting (page 37)
ISO Changes the ISO Sensitivity setting (page 37)
Self-timer Sets the self-timer time (page 59)
Off Cancels [4] and [6] key assignments
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Advanced Settings
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Grid
The on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode
monitor screen for easy vertical and horizontal alignment
when composing images.
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Digital Zoom
You can use this setting to turn digital zoom on or off. When digital zoom is turned off,
operating the zoom controller zooms the image with optical zoom only.
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Review
While Review is turned on, the camera will display a image for about one second
immediately after you press the shutter button to record it.
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Icon Help
While Icon Help is turned on, a textual description will appear on the display for
certain icons when you switch between REC functions.
Functions Supported by Icon Help
REC Mode, Flash, Metering Mode, White Balance, Self-timer, EV Shift
Displaying the On-screen Grid (Grid)
Turning Digital Zoom On or Off (Digital Zoom)
Turning on Image Review (Review)
Using Icon Help (Icon Help)
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Advanced Settings
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Memory
When you turn off the camera, it remembers the current settings of all enabled
memory items and restores them when you turn it back on. Any memory item that is
disabled will be returned to its initial default setting whenever you turn off the camera.
* Optical zoom setting only.
If you turn the camera power off and then back on while the BEST SHOT memory
item is enabled, all of the other memory items (except for zoom position) are
initialized to the currently selected BEST SHOT sample scene setup, regardless of
the enabled/disabled status of the other memory items.
Configuring Power On Default Settings (Memory)
Setting Disabled (Initial Default Setting) Enabled
b BEST SHOT Snapshot (Auto)
Setting at
power off
Flash Auto
Focus AF (Auto Focus)
White Balance Auto
ISO Auto
AF Area Spot
Metering Multi
CS Off
Self-timer Off
Flash Intensity 0
Digital Zoom On
MF Position Position before manual focus was selected.
Zoom Position* Full wide
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Advanced Settings
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Size
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab *
t
Quality
The Fine setting helps to bring out details when shooting a finely detailed image
of nature that includes dense tree branches or leaves, or an image of a complex
pattern.
Memory capacity (the number of images you can record) will be affected by the
quality settings you configure (page 137).
Image Quality Settings (Quality)
Specifying Snapshot Size (Size)
Specifying Snapshot Image Quality (Quality (Snapshot))
Fine Gives image quality priority.
Normal Normal
Economy Gives number of images priority.
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Advanced Settings
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Quality
Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothness, and clarity
of a movie during playback. Shooting with the high-quality (WIDE) setting will result in
better image quality, but it also shortens the amount of time you can shoot.
Memory capacity (Movie recording time you can shoot) will be affected by the
quality settings you configure (page 138).
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * EV Shift
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * White Balance
Specifying Movie Image Quality (Quality (Movie))
Image Quality (Pixels) Approximate Data Rate Frame Rate
WIDE 848
x
480 12.5 Megabits/second
30 frames/second
STD 640
x
480 10.6 Megabits/second
LP 320
x
240 2.7 Megabits/second 15 frames/second
Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift)
Controlling White Balance (White Balance)
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Advanced Settings
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * ISO
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Metering
The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure.
The currently selected metering mode is indicated by an icon on the snapshot
screen. No icon is displayed when B Multi is selected as the metering mode.
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Color Filter
Settings: Off, B/W, Sepia, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Pink, and Purple
Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO)
Specifying the Metering Mode (Metering)
Multi
Multi-pattern metering divides the image into sections and
measures the light in each section for a balanced exposure reading.
This type of metering provides error-free exposure settings for a
wide range of shooting conditions.
Center
Weighted
Center weighted metering concentrates on the center of the focus
area to measure light. This type of metering is best when you want
some level of control over contrast.
Spot
Spot metering takes readings at a very small area. Use this
metering method when you want exposure to be set according to
the brightness of a particular subject, without being affected by
surrounding conditions.
Using Built-in Color Filters (Color Filter)
B
N
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Advanced Settings
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Sharpness
You can specify one of five sharpness settings from +2 (sharpest) to 2 (least sharp).
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Saturation
You can specify one of five saturation settings from +2 (most saturated) to 2 (least
saturated).
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Contrast
You can specify one of five contrast settings from +2 (most contrast between light and
dark) to 2 (least contrast between light and dark).
Procedure
[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Flash Intensity
You can specify one of five flash intensity settings from +2 (strongest) to 2
(weakest).
Flash intensity may not change when the subject is too far away or too close.
Controlling Image Sharpness (Sharpness)
Controlling Color Saturation (Saturation)
Adjusting Image Contrast (Contrast)
Specifying Flash Intensity (Flash Intensity)
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Viewing Snapshots and Movies
See page 26 for the procedure for viewing snapshots.
1. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the movie you
want to view.
Movie Playback Controls
Playback may not be possible for movies not recorded with this camera.
Viewing Snapshots
Viewing a Movie
Fast forward/
fast reverse
[4] [6]
Each press of either button increases the speed of the fast
forward or fast reverse operation.
To return to normal playback speed, press [SET].
Play/pause [SET]
1 frame forward/
back
[4] [6]
Holding down either button scrolls continuously.
Volume
adjustment
Press [2] and then press [8] [2].
Volume can be adjusted only while movie playback is in
progress.
Information
display on/off
[8] (DISP)
Zoom
Slide the zoom controller in the direction of z ([).
You can use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll the zoomed
image on the monitor screen. You can zoom a movie image
up to 4.5 times normal size.
Stop playback [MENU]
Movie icon:
Image quality
Recording time
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1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until
the one you want is displayed.
2. Slide the zoom controller towards z ([) to
zoom.
You can use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll the
zoomed image on the monitor screen. Slide the zoom
controller towards w to unzoom the image.
If display indicators are turned on, an indicator in
the lower right corner of the monitor screen shows
what part of the zoomed image is currently
displayed.
To exit the zoom screen, press [MENU] or [BS].
Though the maximum image zoom factor is 8X,
certain image sizes may not allow zooming up to
the full 8X.
1. In the PLAY mode, slide the zoom controller
towards w (]).
Use [8], [2], [4] and [6] to move the selection
boundary around the image menu.
To view a particular image, use [8], [2], [4], or [6] to
move the selection boundary to the image you want
and then press [SET].
Zooming an On-screen Image
Displaying the Image Menu
Image area
Current display area
Zoom factor
Boundary
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1. Use an optionally available AV cable (EMC-4A) to connect it to the TV.
Make sure that you insert the cable connector into the USB/
AV port until you feel it click securely into place. Failure to
insert the connector fully can result in poor communication or
malfunction.
Note that even while the connector is fully inserted, you still
will be able to see the metal part of the connector as shown in
the illustration.
2. Turn on the TV and select its video input mode.
If the TV has more than one video input, select the one where the camera is
connected.
3. Press [p] (PLAY) to turn on the camera.
This will cause an image to appear on the TV screen, without anything appearing
on the cameras monitor screen.
Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) or [r] (REC) will not turn on the camera while the
AV cable is connected.
You also can change the aspect ratio of the screen and the video output
system (page 112).
Viewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen
TV
Yellow AV cable
USB/AV port
White
Making sure that the mark on the AV cable
connector is towards the lens side, connect the cable
to the camera.
Audio Video
VIDEO IN jack (yellow)
AUDIO IN jacks (white)
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4. Now you can display images and play back movies as you normally do.
IMPORTANT!
Before connecting to a TV to display images, be sure to configure the cameras
[r] (REC) and [p] (PLAY) buttons for Power On or Power On/Off (page 111).
Use the TVs volume control to adjust the audio output volume.
NOTE
Audio is monaural.
Certain TVs may cut off part of the images.
All icons and indicators that appear on the monitor screen also appear on the TV
screen. You can use [8] (DISP) to change the display contents.
Recording Camera Images to a DVD Recorder or Video Deck
Use one of the following methods to connect the camera to the recording device
using an optionally available AV cable.
DVD recorder or video deck: Connect to the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN terminals.
Camera: USB/AV port
You can play a slideshow of snapshots and movies on the camera and record it on a
DVD or video tape. When recording images to an external device, use [8] (DISP) to
clear all indicators from the monitor screen (page 114).
For information about connecting a monitor to the recording device and about how to
record, see the user documentation that comes with the recording device you are
using.
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Other Playback Functions (PLAY)
This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform
other playback operations.
Procedure
[p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Slideshow
To stop the slideshow, press [SET]. Pressing [MENU] instead of [SET] stops the
slideshow and returns to the menu screen.
Adjust audio volume by pressing [2] and then press [8] or [2] during playback.
All button operations are disabled while the slideshow is transitioning from one
image to another.
The time required for transition from one image to another may be longer in the
case of an image that was not recorded with this camera.
For information about menu operations, see page 52.
Playing a Slideshow on the Camera (Slideshow)
Start Starts the slideshow.
Time
Time from the start to the end of the slideshow
1 to 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 60 minutes
Interval
Amount of time each image remains displayed
Use [4] and [6] to select a value from 1 to 30 seconds, or MAX.
If you specify a value from 1 to 30 seconds, images change at the
specified interval, but the audio portion of movies and audio snapshots
will continue to play until the end.
When the slideshow reaches a movie file while MAX is selected, only
the first frame of the movie will displayed. Voice Recording files are not
played back when MAX is selected.
Effect
Turns effect on or off.
On: Turns on the image change effect and background music.
Off: No image change effect or background music
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Procedure
[p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Red Eye
Using the flash to shoot at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the
eyes of people who are in the image. This is caused when the light from the flash
reflects off of the retina of the eye. Red eye correction corrects the eye colors of
subjects to their normal colors when red eye occurs while using the flash.
NOTE
The original snapshot is retained in memory and not deleted.
Red eye correction may not be possible in the case of small faces or profiles.
Red eye correction may not produce the desired effect under certain conditions.
Procedure
[p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab *
DPOF Printing
See page 82 for details.
Using Red Eye Correction (Red Eye)
Correct Turns on red eye correction.
Cancel Turns off red eye correction.
Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF Printing)
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Procedure
[p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Protect
IMPORTANT!
Note that even if a file is protected, it will be deleted if you perform the format
operation (page 113).
Protecting a File Against Deletion (Protect)
On
Protects specific files.
1
Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files
until the one you want to protect is
displayed.
2
Use [8] and [2] to select On and then
press [SET].
An image that is protected is indicated by
the icon.
3
To protect other files, repeat steps 1 and 2.
To exit the protect operation, press [MENU]. To unprotect a file,
select Off instead of On in step 2 above.
All Files:
On
Protects all files.
1
Use [8] and [2] to select All Files: On and then press [SET].
2
Press [MENU].
To unprotect all files, select All Files: Off instead of All Files: On in
step 1 above.
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Procedure
[p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Rotation
1. Use [8] and [2] to select Rotation and then press [SET].
Each press of [SET] will rotate the displayed image 90 degrees left.
2. When the displayed image is at the orientation you want, press
[MENU].
NOTE
Note that this procedure does not actually change the image data. It simply alters
how the image is displayed on the cameras monitor screen.
An image that has been protected or zoomed and movie screen cannot be rotated.
The original (unrotated) version of the image will be displayed on the 12-image
screen.
Procedure
[p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Resize
You can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot.
The original snapshot is also retained. You can select resize an image to one of three
image sizes: 8M, 5M, VGA.
Resizing a 3:2 or 16:9 size snapshot will create an image with an aspect ratio of
4:3, with both sides cut off.
The recording date of the resized version of the snapshot will be the same as the
recording date of the original snapshot.
Rotating an Image (Rotation)
Resizing a Snapshot (Resize)
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Procedure
[p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Trimming
You can crop a snapshot to trim parts you do not need,
and save the result in a separate file. The original
snapshot is also retained.
Use the zoom controller to zoom the image to the size you
want, use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to display the portion of
the image you want to cut out, and then press [SET].
The image produced by cropping a 3:2 or 16:9 image
will have an aspect ratio of 4:3.
The recording date of the cropped image will be the
same as the recording date of the original snapshot.
Procedure
[p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Dubbing
You can add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it. You can re-record a snapshots
audio whenever you want. You can record up to about 30 seconds of audio for a
single snapshot.
1. Press the shutter button to start audio
recording.
Cropping a Snapshot (Trimming)
Adding Audio to a Snapshot (Dubbing)
Represents
snapshot area
Part of snapshot that is
currently displayed
Zoom factor
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2. Press the shutter button again to stop audio
recording.
Take care that you do not block the cameras microphone
with your fingers while recording.
Good recording results are not possible when the camera
is too far away from what you are trying to record.
Your camera supports the following audio data formats.
Audio Format: WAVE/IMA-ADPCM (WAV extension)
Adding audio (dubbing) is not possible for the following
types of images.
Protected images
To delete audio, perform the following operation:
Dubbing * Delete * [SET] * [MENU].
IMPORTANT!
Note that you cannot restore the original audio of an Audio Snapshot after you
delete or re-record it.
1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until
the Audio Snapshot you want is displayed.
An audio snapshot is one that has a icon.
Voice Recording Playback Controls
Audio of an Audio Snapshot also can be played back on a computer using
Windows Media Player or QuickTime (pages 90, 99).
To play snapshot audio
Fast forward/fast reverse [4] [6]
Play/pause [SET]
Volume adjustment
Press [2] and then
press [8] [2].
Display content switching [8] (DISP)
Stop playback [MENU]
Microphone
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Procedure
[p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Copy
Files can be copied from the cameras built-in memory to a memory card or from a
memory card to built-in memory.
NOTE
You can copy snapshots, movies, audio snapshots, or Voice Recording files you
recorded with this camera.
Copying Files (Copy)
Built-in * Card
Copies all files from built-in camera memory to a memory card.
This option copies all the files in built-in camera memory. It
cannot be used to copy a single file.
Card * Built-in
Copies a single file on the memory card to camera built-in
camera memory. Files are copied to the folder in built-in
memory whose name has the largest serial number.
1
Use [4] and [6] to select the file you want to copy.
2
Use [8] and [2] to select Copy and then press [SET].
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Printing
Printing
You can specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date
stamp settings before printing (page 82).
Printing Snapshots
Professional Print Service
You can take a memory card that contains the images you
want to print to a professional print service and have them
printed.
Printing on a Home Printer
Printing Images on a Printer with Memory Card Slot
You can use a printer equipped with a memory card slot to print
images directly from a memory card. For details, see the user
documentation that comes with your printer.
Connecting Directly to a PictBridge Compatible
Printer
You can print on a printer that supports PictBridge (page
80).
Printing with a Computer
After transferring the images to your computer, use
commercially available software to print.
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Printing
You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and print
images without going through a computer.
. To set up the camera before connecting to a printer
2. On the Set Up tab, select USB and then press [6].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select PTP (PictBridge), and then press [SET].
. Connecting the Camera to a Printer
Use the USB cable that
comes bundled with the
camera to connect the
camera to your printers USB
port.
The camera does not
draw power over the USB
cable. Make sure the
cameras battery is
sufficiently charged before
connecting.
Make sure that you insert
the cable connector into
the USB/AV port until you
feel it click securely into
place. Failure to insert the
connector fully can result
in poor communication or
malfunction.
Note that even while the
connector is fully inserted, you still will be able to see the metal
part of the connector as shown in the illustration.
When connecting the USB cable to a USB port, make sure you
align the connector correctly with the port.
Connecting Directly to a PictBridge Compatible Printer
USB
USB cable
USB port
USB/AV port
Making sure that the mark on the USB cable
connector is towards the lens side, connect the cable
to the camera.
Large connector
Small connector
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Printing
. To print
1. Turn on the printer and load paper.
2. Turn on the camera.
This will display the print menu screen.
3. Use [8] and [2] to select Paper Size, and
then press [6].
4. Use [8] and [2] to select a paper size and then
press [SET].
The following are the available paper sizes.
3.5"
x
5", 5"
x
7", 4"
x
6", A4, 8.5"
x
11", By Printer
Selecting By Printer prints using a paper size selected on the printer.
See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about
paper settings.
5. Use [8] and [2] to specify the print option you want.
To toggle date stamping on and off, press [BS]. The
date stamp will be printed when On is indicated on
the monitor screen.
6. Use [8] and [2] to select Print and then
press [SET].
Printing will start and the message Busy... Please
wait... will appear on the monitor screen. The message will disappear after a
short while, even though printing is still being performed. Pressing any camera
button will cause the printing status to re-appear. The print menu screen will re-
appear when printing is complete.
If you selected 1 Image, you can repeat the procedure from step 5, if you
want.
7. After printing is complete, turn off the camera and disconnect the USB
cable from the printer and camera.
1 Image : Prints one image. Select and then press [SET]. Next, use [4] and
[6] to select the image you want to print.
DPOF Printing: Prints multiple images. Select and then press [SET]. With this
option, images will be printed in accordance with DPOF settings
(page 82).
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Printing
. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)
DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy,
and time stamp on/off information on the memory card with the images.
After configuring settings, you can use the memory card to print on a home
printer that supports DPOF or take the memory card to a professional print
service.
Whether or not you will be able to use DPOF settings for printing depends on the
printer you are using.
Some professional print services may not support DPOF.
. Configuring DPOF Settings Individually for Each Image
Procedure
DPOF Printing * Select images
1. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files until the image you want to
print is displayed.
2. Use [8] and [2] to specify the number of copies.
You can specify a value up to 99. Specify 00 if you do not want to print the image.
If you want to include the date in the images, press [BS] so On is shown for
date stamping.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to configure settings for other images, if you want.
3. Press [SET].
Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number
of Copies
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Printing
. Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the Images
Procedure
DPOF Printing * All images
1. Use [8] and [2] to specify the number of copies.
You can specify a value up to 99. Specify 00 if you do not want to print the image.
If you want to include the date in the images, press [BS] so On is shown for
date stamping.
2. Press [SET].
DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete.
The next DPOF print operation you execute will be performed using the last DPOF
settings you configured for the images. To clear DPOF settings, specify 00 for the
number of copies of all images.
Tell your print service about your DPOF settings!
If you take a memory card to a professional print service, be sure to tell them that it
includes DPOF settings for the images to be printed and the number of copies. If you
dont, the print service may print all the images without regard to your DPOF settings,
or they may ignore your date stamp setting.
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Printing
. Date Stamping
You can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the
printout of an image.
. Standards Supported by the Camera
PictBridge
This is a standard of the Camera and Imaging Products Association
(CIPA). You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports
PictBridge, and perform image selection and printing using the
camera monitor screen and controls.
Exif Print
Printing on a printer that supports Exif Print (Exif 2.2) uses
information about shooting conditions recorded with the image to
enhance printed image quality. Contact your printer manufacturer
for information about models that support Exif Print, printer upgrades, etc.
Configuring camera settings
Configure DPOF settings (page 82).
You can turn date stamping on and off each time you print. You can configure
settings so some images include the date stamp and some dont.
Configure the Cameras Time Stamp setting (page 108).
The cameras Time Stamp setting imprints the date into a snapshot when you
shoot it, so the date is always included when you print. It cannot be deleted.
Do not turn on DPOF date stamping for an image that includes a date
stamped with the cameras Time Stamp function. Doing so can cause the two
stamps to be overprinted.
Configuring computer settings
You can use commercially available image management software to date
stamp images.
Professional print service
Request date stamping when ordering prints from a professional print service.
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Using the Camera with a Computer
You can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a
computer.
* Windows only
The procedures you need to perform when using the camera with your computer and
when using the bundled software are different for Windows and the Macintosh.
Things you can do using a computer...
Save images to a
computer and
view them there
Save images and view them manually
(USB connection) (pages 87, 96).
Transfer images to a computer
automatically over a wireless LAN for
viewing (Eye-Fi) (page 100).
Transfer images
stored on your
computer to
camera memory
In addition to images, you also can transfer
screen shot images from your computer to
the camera (Photo Transport*) (page 93).
Playback and
edit movies
You can play back movies (pages 90, 99).
To edit movies, use commercially
available software as required.
Windows users should refer to Using the Camera with a Windows Computer
on page 86.
Macintosh users should refer to Using the Camera with a Macintosh on page
96.
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Install the required software in accordance with the version of Windows you are
running and what you want to do.
* YouTube Uploader for CASIO and Photo Transport will not run under 64-bit versions of
Windows OS.
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer
When you want
to do this:
Operating System Version Install this software:
See
page:
Save images to
a computer and
view them there
manually
Windows 7 /
Windows Vista /
Windows XP /
Windows 2000
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Play movies
Windows 7 /
Windows Vista /
Windows XP /
Windows 2000
Installation not required.
Windows Media Player,
which is already installed on
most computers, can be
used for playback.
If your computer is running
Windows 2000 and does
not have DirectX9.0c or
higher installed, download
DirectX from the Microsoft
DirectX site and install it on
your computer.
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Edit movies
Windows 7 /
Windows Vista /
Windows XP /
Windows 2000
Use commercial software

as required.
Upload movie
files to YouTube
Windows 7 /
Windows Vista /
Windows XP (SP2/SP3) /
Windows 2000 (SP4)
YouTube Uploader for
CASIO*
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Transfer images
to the camera
Windows 7 /
Windows Vista /
Windows XP /
Windows 2000
Photo Transport 1.0* 93
View the Users
Guide
Windows Vista /
Windows XP (SP2/SP3) /
Windows 2000 (SP4)
Adobe Reader 8
(Not required if already
installed.)
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. Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software
Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. See the
Read me file that comes with each application for details. Information about
computer system requirements also can be found under Computer System
Requirements for Bundled Software (Bundled CD-ROM) on page 127 of this manual.
. Precautions for Windows Users
Except for Adobe Reader, the bundled software requires Administrator privileges to
run.
Operation on a self-made computer is not supported.
Operation may not be possible under certain computer environments.
You can connect the camera to your computer in order to view and store images
(snapshot and movie files).
. To connect the camera to your computer and save files
3. Use [8] and [2] to select Mass Storage, and then press [SET].
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4. Turn off the camera and
then use the USB cable
that comes with the
camera to connect it to
your computer.
The camera does not
cameras battery is
sufficiently charged
before connecting.
place. Failure to insert
the connector fully can
result in poor
communication or
malfunction.
Your computer may not be able to recognize the camera if you
connect via a USB hub. Always connect directly to the
computers USB port.
6. Windows 7 / Windows Vista users: Click Start and then Computer.
Windows XP users: Click Start and then My Computer.
Windows 2000 users: Doubleclick My Computer.
7. Double-click Removable Disk.
Your computer recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or built-in
memory if there is no card) as a removable disk.
USB port
USB cable
connector is towards the lens side, connect the
cable to the camera.
USB/AV port
Large connector
Small connector
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8. Right-click the DCIM folder.
9. On the shortcut menu that appears, click Copy.
10. Windows 7 / Windows Vista users: Click Start and then
Documents.
Windows XP users: Click Start and then My Documents.
Windows 2000 users: Doubleclick My Documents to open it.
If you already have a DCIM folder in Documents (Windows 7 /
Windows Vista) or My Documents (Windows XP / Windows 2000), the next
step will overwrite it. If you want to keep the existing DCIM folder, you need to
change its name or move it to a different location before performing the next
step.
11. Windows 7 users: On the Documents Organize menu, select
Paste.
Windows Vista users: On the Documents Edit menu, select
Paste.
Windows XP / Windows 2000 users: On the My Documents Edit
menu, select Paste.
This will paste the DCIM folder (and all the image files it contains) into your
Documents (Windows 7 / Windows Vista) or My Documents (Windows XP /
Windows 2000) folder. You now have a copy of the files that are in camera
memory on your computer.
12. After you finish copying images, disconnect the camera from the
computer.
Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP
On the camera, press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn off the camera. After making
sure that the back lamp is unlit, disconnect the camera from the computer.
Windows 2000
Click card services in the task tray on your computer screen, and disable the
drive number assigned to the camera. Next, after making sure that the back lamp
is unlit, press the cameras [ON/OFF] (Power) button to turn off the camera and
disconnect the camera from your computer.
. To view images you copied to your computer
1. Double-click the copied DCIM folder to open it.
2. Double-click the folder that contains the images you want to view.
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3. Double-click the image file you want to view.
For information about file names, see Memory Folder Structure on page 103.
An image that was rotated on the camera will be displayed on your computer
screen in its original (unrotated) orientation.
IMPORTANT!
Never unplug the USB cable, or operate the camera while viewing or storing
images. Doing so can cause data to become corrupted.
Windows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used
for movie playback. To play back a movie, first copy the movie to your computer and
then double-click the movie file.
. Minimum Computer System Requirements for Movie Playback
The minimum system requirements described below are necessary to play back
movies recorded with this camera on a computer.
The above are recommended system environments. Configuring one of these
environments does not guarantee proper operation.
Certain settings and other installed software may interfere with proper playback of
movies.
Never use your computer to modify, delete, move, or rename any image files
that are in the cameras built-in memory or on its memory card.
Doing so can cause problems with the cameras image management data, which
will make it impossible to play back images on the camera and can drastically alter
remaining memory capacity. Whenever you want to modify, delete, move, or
rename an image, do so only on images that are stored on your computer.
Playing Movies
Operating System : Windows 7 / Windows Vista / Windows XP / Windows 2000
CPU : Image Quality WIDE:
Pentium 4 3.2 GHz or higher
Image Quality STD or LP:
Pentium M 1.0 GHz or higher
Pentium 4 2.0 GHz or higher
Required Software: Windows Media Player, DirectX 9.0c or higher
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. Movie Playback Precautions
Be sure to move the movie data to the hard disk of your computer before trying to
play it. Proper movie playback may not be possible for data accessed over a
network, from a memory card, etc.
Proper movie playback may not be possible on some computers. If you experience
problems, try the following.
Try recording movies with a quality setting of LP.
Try upgrading Windows Media Player to the latest version.
Quit any other applications you have running, and stop resident applications.
Even if proper playback is not possible on the computer, you can use an optionally
available AV cable (EMC-4A) to connect to the video input terminal of a TV or
computer and play back movies that way.
Installing YouTube Uploader for CASIO from the CD-ROM that comes with your
camera simplifies uploading of movie files you recorded with the For YouTube
BEST SHOT scene to YouTube.
. What is YouTube?
YouTube is a movie sharing site managed by YouTube, LLC where you can upload
movies and view movies uploaded by others.
. To install YouTube Uploader for CASIO
1. On the CD-ROM menu screen, select YouTube Uploader for CASIO.
2. After reading the information about installation conditions and system
requirements for installation in the Read me file, install YouTube
Uploader for CASIO.
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. To upload a movie file to YouTube
Before you can use YouTube Uploader for CASIO, you need to go to the YouTube
website (http://www.youtube.com/) and register as a user there.
Do not upload any video that is copyrighted (including neighboring copyrights)
unless you yourself own the copyright or you have obtained the permission of the
applicable copyright holder(s).
The maximum file size for each upload is 1024MB.
1. Record the movie you want to upload using the For YouTube BEST
SHOT movie scene.
2. If it isnt already, connect your computer to the Internet.
3. Connect the camera to your computer (page 87).
YouTube Uploader for CASIO will start up automatically.
If this is the first time you are using the application, configure the YouTube user
ID and network environment settings, and then click the [OK] button.
5. The left side of the display will have an area for inputting a title,
category, and other information required for uploading to YouTube.
Enter the required information.
6. The right side of the display shows a list of movie files in camera
memory. Select the check box next to the movie file you want to
upload.
7. When everything is ready, click the [Upload] button.
This will upload the movie file(s) to YouTube.
After uploading is complete, click the [Exit] button to exit the application.
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If you want to transfer images from your computer to the camera, install Photo
Transport on your computer from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera.
. To install Photo Transport
1. On the CD-ROM menu screen, select Photo Transport.
2. After reading the information about installation conditions and system
requirements for installation in the Read me file, install Photo
Transport.
. To transfer images to the camera
2. On your computer, click the following: Start * All Programs *
CASIO * Photo Transport.
This starts up Photo Transport.
3. Drag the file(s) you want to transfer to the [Transfer] button.
4. Follow the instructions that appear on the display to complete the
transfer.
The details of the instructions that appear on the display and the transferred
images will depend on your Photo Transport setup. For details, click the
[Settings] button or [Help] button and check the setup.
Transfer Data
Only image files with the following extensions can be transferred to the camera.
jpg, jpeg, jpe, bmp (bmp images are converted to jpeg images automatically when
transferred.)
Certain types of images may not be able to be transferred.
You cannot transfer movies to the camera.
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. To transfer computer screen captures to the camera
2. On your computer, click the following: Start * All Programs *
CASIO * Photo Transport.
This starts up Photo Transport.
3. Display the screen whose screen capture you want to transfer.
4. Click the [Capture] button.
5. Draw a boundary around the area you want to capture.
Move your mouse pointer to the upper left corner of the area you want to capture
and then hold down the mouse button. Keeping the mouse button depressed,
drag the pointer down to the lower right corner of the area and then release the
mouse button.
6. Follow the instructions that appear on the display.
This will send an image of the area you selected to the camera.
The transfer operation converts screen captures to JPEG format.
The instructions that appear on the display and details about the transferred
images will depend on your Photo Transport setup. For details, click the
[Settings] button or [Help] button and check the setup.
. About settings and help
Click the [Settings] button when you want to change the Photo Transport setup. For
help about operation procedures and troubleshooting, click the Photo Transport
[Help] button.
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1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CD-
ROM drive.
Normally, this should cause the menu screen to appear automatically. If your
computer does not display the menu screen automatically, navigate to the CD-
ROM on your computer and then double-click the AutoMenu.exe file.
2. On the menu screen, click the Language down arrow button and then
select the language you want.
3. Click Manual to select it and then click Digital Camera.
IMPORTANT!
You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your
computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file. If you do not already have
Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed, install Adobe Reader from the
bundled CD-ROM.
You can perform user registration over the Internet. To do so, of course, you need to
be able to connect to the Internet with your computer.
1. On the CD-ROM menu screen, click the Register button.
This starts up your Web browser and accesses the user registration website.
Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen to register.
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User Registration
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Install the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS
you are running and what you want to do.
IMPORTANT!
The camera does not support operation with Mac OS 8.6 or earlier, or Mac OS X
10.0. Operation is supported with Mac OS 9, X (10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6)
only. Use the standard USB driver that comes with your supported operating
system.
. To connect the camera to your computer and save files
3. Use [8] and [2] to select Mass Storage, and then press [SET].
Using the Camera with a Macintosh
When you want to do
this:
Operating
System
Version
Install this software:
See
page:
Save images to your
Macintosh and view
them there manually
OS 9
Installation not required. 96
OS X
Save images to your
Macintosh automatically/
Manage images
OS 9
Use commercially available
software.
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OS X
Use iPhoto, which comes bundled
with some Macintosh products.
Play movies OS 9 / OS X
You can playback with QuickTime,
which comes bundled with your
operating system.
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Connecting the Camera to Your Computer and Saving Files
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4. Turn off the camera and
then use the USB cable
that comes with the
camera to connect it to
your Macintosh.
The camera does not
cameras battery is
sufficiently charged
before connecting.
place. Failure to insert
the connector fully can
result in poor
communication or
malfunction.
Your computer may not be able to recognize the camera if you
connect via a USB hub. Always connect directly to the
computers USB port.
The cameras back lamp will light green at this time. In this mode, your Macintosh
recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or the cameras built-in
memory if it does not have a memory card loaded) as a drive. The appearance of
the drive icon depends on the Mac OS version you are using.
6. Double-click the cameras drive icon.
USB port
USB cable
connector is towards the lens side, connect the
cable to the camera.
USB/AV port
Large connector
Small connector
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7. Drag the DCIM folder to the folder to which you want to copy it.
8. After the copy operation is complete, drag the drive icon to Trash.
9. On the camera, press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn off the camera. After
making sure that the green back lamp is unlit, disconnect the camera
from the computer.
. To view copied images
1. Double-click the cameras drive icon.
2. Double-click the DCIM folder to open it.
3. Double-click the folder that contains the images you want to view.
4. Double-click the image file you want to view.
For information about file names, see Memory Folder Structure on page 103.
An image that was rotated on the camera will be displayed on your Macintosh
screen in its original (unrotated) orientation.
IMPORTANT!
Never unplug the USB cable, or operate the camera while viewing or storing
images. Doing so can cause data to become corrupted.
Never use your computer to modify, delete, move, or rename any image files
that are in the cameras built-in memory or on its memory card.
Doing so can cause problems with the cameras image management data, which
will make it impossible to play back images on the camera and can drastically alter
remaining memory capacity. Whenever you want to modify, delete, move, or
rename an image, do so only on images that are stored on your computer.
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If you are running Mac OS X, you can manage snapshots using iPhoto, which comes
bundled with some Macintosh products. If you are running Mac OS 9, you will need to
use commercially available software.
You can use QuickTime, which comes bundled with your operating system, to play
back movies on a Macintosh. To play back a movie, first copy it to your Macintosh
and then double-click the movie file.
. Minimum Computer System Requirements for Movie Playback
The minimum system requirements described below are necessary to play back
movies recorded with this camera on a computer.
The above are recommended system environments. Configuring one of these
environments does not guarantee proper operation.
Certain settings and other installed software may interfere with proper playback of
movies.
. Movie Playback Precautions
Proper movie playback may not be possible on some Macintosh models. If you
experience problems, try the following.
Change the movie image quality setting to LP.
Upgrade to the latest version of QuickTime.
Shut down other applications that are running.
Even if proper playback is not possible on your Macintosh, you can use an optionally
available AV cable (EMC-4A) to connect to the video input terminal of a TV or
Macintosh and play back movies that way.
IMPORTANT!
Be sure to move the movie data to the hard disk of your Macintosh before trying to
play it. Proper movie playback may not be possible for data accessed over a
network, from a memory card, etc.
Transferring Images Automatically and Managing Them on
Your Macintosh
Playing a Movie
Operating System : Mac OS X 10.3.9 or higher
Required Software: QuickTime 7 or higher
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You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer
in order to view the contents of a PDF file. If you dont, go to the Adobe Systems
Incorporated website and install Acrobat Reader.
1. On the CD-ROM, open the Manual folder.
2. Open the Digital Camera folder and then open the folder for the
language whose users guide you want to view.
3. Open the file named camera_xx.pdf.
xx is the language code (Example: camera_e.pdf is for English.).
Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following CASIO website to register:
http://world.casio.com/qv/register/
Shooting with an Eye-Fi wireless SD memory card loaded in the camera makes it
possible to transfer image data automatically to a computer via wireless LAN.
1. Configure LAN access point, transfer destination and other settings for
the Eye-Fi card in accordance with the instructions that come with the
Eye-Fi card.
2. After configuring settings, load the Eye-Fi card into the camera and
record.
Images you record are sent by wireless LAN to your computer, etc.
For full details, see the user documentation that comes with the Eye-Fi card.
Before formatting a new Eye-Fi card to use it for the first time, copy the Eye-Fi
Manager install files to your computer. Do this before formatting the card.
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)
User Registration
Using an Eye-Fi Wireless SD Memory Card to Transfer Images
(Eye-Fi)
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IMPORTANT!
Recorded images are transferred over wireless LAN. Do not use the Eye-Fi card or
turn off Eye-Fi card communication (page 105) when on an aircraft or in any other
location where use of wireless communication is limited or prohibited.
Loading an Eye-Fi card will cause the Eye-Fi indicator to
appear on the monitor screen. Its transparent or not transparent
appearance indicates the communication status as shown below.
A communication icon will appear on the monitor screen while image data
transfer is in progress.
The cameras Auto Power Off (page 111) function is disabled while image data
transfer is in progress.
A confirmation message will appear on the monitor screen if you try to turn off the
camera while image data transfer is in progress. Follow the instructions in the
messages (page 135).
Transfer of a large number of images can take some time to complete.
The original images remain on the Eye-Fi card after the image data transfer.
Recording a movie to an Eye-Fi card may result in movie frames being dropped.
Proper Eye-Fi card data communication may not be possible due to camera
settings, battery level, or operating conditions.
Transparent
Access point cannot be found or no transferable
image data exists.
Not transparent Image transfer in progress
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The camera creates a file and saves it each time you shoot a snapshot, record a
movie, or perform any other operation that stores data. Files are grouped by storing
them in folders. Each file and folder has its own unique name.
For details about how folders are organized in memory, see Memory Folder
Structure (page 103).
You can view folder and file names on your computer. For details about how file
names are displayed on the cameras monitor screen, see page 12.
The total number of folders and files allowed depends on the image size and
quality, and capacity of the memory card being used for storage.
Files and Folders
Name and Maximum Number Allowed Example
File
Each folder can contain up to 9999 files named
CIMG0001 through CIMG9999. The extension
on the file name depends on the file type.
26th file name:
Folders
Folders are named from 100CASIO to
999CASIO.
There can be up to 900 folders in memory.
The BEST SHOT (page 49) includes a
sample scene that optimizes settings for
auction site images. Depending on your
camera model, the sample scene is named
either For eBay or Auction.
Images recorded with the eBay scene are
stored in a folder named 100_EBAY.
Images recorded with the Auction scene
are stored in a folder named 100_AUCT.
BEST SHOT also has a scene named For
YouTube that optimizes movie settings for
recording movies for upload to YouTube.
Images recorded with the YouTube scene
are stored in a folder named 100YOUTB.
100th folder name:
CI MG0026. JPG
Extension
Serial number (4 digits)
100CASI O
Serial number (3 digits)
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The camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera
File System (DCF).
. About DCF
DCF is a standard that makes it possible to view and print images recorded on one
manufacturers camera on DCF-compliant devices produced by other manufacturers.
You can transfer DCF-compliant images recorded with another camera to this
camera and view them on this cameras monitor screen.
. Memory Folder Structure
DCIM Folder
Recording Folder
Image File
Movie File
Audio File
Audio Snapshot Image File
Audio Snapshot Audio File
Recording Folder
Recording Folder
DPOF File Folder
DPOF File
* Other folders are created when the following BEST SHOT scenes are used for
recording: For eBay or Auction (scene name depends on camera model), or For
YouTube. The following shows the name of the folder created for each scene.
eBay scene: 100_EBAY
Auction scene: 100_AUCT
YouTube scene: 100YOUTB
Memory Card Data
DCIM
100CASIO *
CIMG0001.JPG
CIMG0002.AVI
CIMG0003.WAV
CIMG0004.JPG
CIMG0004.WAV
101CASIO *
102CASIO *
MISC
AUTPRINT.MRK
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. Supported Image Files
Image files shot with this camera
DCF-compliant image files
This camera may not be able to display an image, even if it is DCF-compliant. When
displaying an image recorded on another camera, it may take a long time for the
image to appear on this cameras monitor screen.
. Built-in Memory and Memory Card Data Handling Precautions
Whenever copying memory contents to your computer, you should copy the DCIM
folder and all of its contents. A good way to keep track of multiple DCIM copies of
the DCIM folders it to change its name to a date or something similar after you copy
it to your computer. If you later decided to return the folder to the camera, however,
be sure to change its name back to DCIM. The camera is designed to recognize
only a root file with the name DCIM. Note the camera also will not be able to
recognize the folders inside the DCIM folder unless they have the names they
originally had when you copied them from the camera to your computer.
Folders and files must be stored in accordance with the Memory Folder Structure
shown on page 103 in order for the camera to be able to recognize them correctly.
You also can use a PC card adapter or a memory card reader/writer to access
camera files directly from the cameras memory card.
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Other Settings (Set Up)
This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform
other operations in both the REC mode and PLAY mode.
Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * R Panel
The REC mode screen layout settings let you select the layout of icons.
All screen shots in this manual show what appears when the Control Panel is
turned off.
Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Eye-Fi
Select Off to disable Eye-Fi card communication (page 100).
For information about menu operations, see page 52.
Selecting a REC Mode Screen Layout (R Panel)
Off
Turns off Control Panel display. This setting helps to
view more of the image when the 16:9 aspect ratio
is selected. Certain camera settings are indicated by
icons on the image.
Pressing [SET] while in the REC mode will cause
the Control Panel to appear along the right side of
the monitor screen. The Control Panel will
disappear after you select an item and press [SET].
On
Displays the Control Panel. All camera setting icons
are cleared from the displayed image while the
Control Panel is displayed.
Turning off Eye-Fi Card Communication (Eye-Fi)
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Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sounds
Setting a volume level of 0 mutes output.
Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Startup
Display the image you want to use as your startup image and then select On.
The startup image does not appear when you turn on the camera by pressing [p]
(PLAY).
You can specify a snapshot you recorded as the startup image, or you can use the
special startup image provided in the cameras built-in memory.
If you select an audio snapshot as the startup image, the audio will not play at
startup.
Formatting built-in memory (page 113) will delete the current startup image setting.
Configuring Camera Sound Settings (Sounds)
Startup
Specifies the startup sound.
Sound 1 - 5: Built-in sounds (1 through 5)
Off: Sound off
Half Shutter
Shutter
Operation
Operation
Specifies the sound volume. This setting is also used as the
audio level during video output (page 70).
Play
Specifies the volume of movie and Audio Snapshot audio
output. This volume setting is not used during video output
(from the USB/AV port).
Configuring a Startup Image (Startup)
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=
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Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * File No.
Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial
number used in file names (page 102).
Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * World Time
You can use the World Time screen to view the current time in a zone that is different
from your Home City when you go on a trip, etc. World Time displays the current time
in 162 cities in 32 time zones around the globe.
1. Use [8] and [2] to select World and then press [6].
To change the geographic area and city for the time where you normally use
the camera, select Home.
Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule
(File No.)
Continue
Tells the camera to remember the last used file number. A new file will
be named using the next sequential number, even if files are deleted or
if a blank memory card is loaded. If a memory card is loaded and that
card already has files stored on it and the largest sequential number in
the existing file names is greater than the largest sequential number
remembered by the camera, numbering of new files will start from the
largest sequential number in the existing file names plus 1.
Reset
Restarts the serial number from 0001 whenever all files are deleted or
when the memory card is replaced with a blank one. If a memory card
is loaded and that card already has files stored on it, numbering of new
files will start from the largest sequential number in the existing file
names number plus 1.
Configuring World Time Settings (World Time)
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2. Use [8] and [2] to select City and then press [6].
To change the World setting to summer time, use [8] and [2] to select
DST and then select On. Summer time is used in some geographical areas
to advance the current time setting by one hour during the summer months.
3. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the geographic area you want and
then press [SET].
4. Use [8] and [2] to select the city you want and then press [SET].
5. Press [SET].
IMPORTANT!
Before configuring World Time settings, make sure that the Home City setting is
the place where you live or normally use the camera. If it isnt, select Home on the
screen in step 1 and configure the Home City, date, and time settings as required
(page 109).
Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Timestamp
You can configure the camera to stamp the recording date only, or date and time in
the lower right corner of each snapshot.
Once date and time information is stamped into a snapshot, it cannot be edited or
deleted.
Example: July, 10, 2012, 1:25 p.m.
Even if you do not stamp the date and/or time with Timestamp, you can do so later
using the DPOF function or some printing application (page 84).
Digital zoom is disabled while date stamping is turned on.
Time Stamping Snapshots (Timestamp)
Date 2012/7/10
Date&Time 2012/7/10 1:25pm
Off No stamping of date and/or time
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Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Adjust
When the date and time settings are what you want, press [SET] to apply them.
You can specify a date from 2001 to 2049.
Be sure to select your Home City (page 107) before setting the time and date. If
you set the time and date while the wrong city is selected for your Home City, the
times and dates of all of the World Time cities (page 107) will be wrong.
Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Date Style
You can select from among three different styles for the date.
Example: July, 10, 2012
This setting also affects the Control Panel date format as shown below (page 29).
YY/MM/DD or MM/DD/YY: MM/DD
DD/MM/YY: DD/MM
Setting the Cameras Clock (Adjust)
[8] [2] Change the setting at the cursor location
[4] [6] Move the cursor between settings
[BS] Toggles between 12-hour and 24-hour format
Specifying the Date Style (Date Style)
YY/MM/DD 12/7/10
DD/MM/YY 10/7/12
MM/DD/YY 7/10/12
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Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Language
. Specify the display language you want.
1
Select the tab on the right.
2
Select Language.
3
Select the language you want.
Camera models sold in certain geographic areas
may not support display language selection.
Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sleep
This feature turns off the monitor screen whenever no camera operation is performed
for a preset amount of time. Press any button to turn the monitor screen back on.
Trigger Time Settings: 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min, Off (Sleep is disabled while Off is
selected.)
Sleep is disabled under any of the following conditions.
In the PLAY mode
While the camera is connected to a computer or other device
During a slideshow
During O Tracking
During Voice Recording playback or recording
During movie recording and playback
When both sleep and Auto Power Off are turned on, Auto Power Off takes priority.
Specifying the Display Language (Language)
Configuring Sleep State Settings (Sleep)
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Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Auto Power Off
Auto Power Off turns off the camera whenever no camera operation is performed for
a preset amount of time.
Trigger Time Settings: 1 min, 2 min, 5 min (The trigger time is always 5 minutes in the
PLAY mode.)
Auto Power Off is disabled under any of the following conditions.
While the camera is connected to a computer or other device
During a slideshow
During O Tracking
During Voice Recording playback or recording
During movie recording and playback
Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * REC/PLAY
With Power On/Off, the camera turns off when you press [r] (REC) in the REC
mode or [p] (PLAY) in the PLAY mode.
Change this setting to anything besides Disable before connecting to a TV for
image viewing.
Configuring Auto Power Settings (Auto Power Off)
Configuring [r] and [p] Settings (REC/PLAY)
Power On
Camera turns on whenever [r] (REC) or [p] (PLAY) is
pressed.
Power On/Off
Camera turns on or off whenever [r] (REC) or [p] (PLAY) is
pressed.
Disable
Camera does not turn on or off whenever [r] (REC) or [p]
(PLAY) is pressed.
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Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * USB
You can use the procedure below to select the USB communication protocol, which is
used when exchanging data with a computer, printer, or other external device.
Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Video Out
You can use the procedure in this section to select either NTSC or PAL as the video
output system. You can also specify an aspect ratio of 4:3 or 16:9.
Select the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) that matches the type of TV you plan to use.
Images will not display correctly if you select the wrong aspect ratio.
Images will not display correctly unless the cameras video signal output setting
matches the video signal system of the TV or other video equipment.
Images cannot be displayed correctly on a TV or video equipment that is not NTSC
or PAL.
An optionally available AV cable (EMC-4A) is required for video output.
Configuring USB Protocol Settings (USB)
Mass
Storage
Select this setting when connecting to a computer (pages 87, 96).
With this setting, the computer sees the camera as an external
storage device. Use this setting for normal transfer of images from
the camera to a computer.
PTP
(PictBridge)
Select this setting when connecting to a printer that supports
PictBridge (page 80). This setting simplifies the transfer of image
data to the connected device.
Selecting the Screen Aspect Ratio and Video Output System
(Video Out)
NTSC Video system used in Japan, the U.S., and other countries
PAL Video system used in Europe and other areas
4:3 Normal TV screen aspect ratio
16:9 Wide screen aspect ratio
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Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Format
If a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card.
It will format built-in memory if no memory card is loaded.
The format operation will delete all contents on the memory card or in built-in
memory. It cannot be undone. Make sure you do not need any data currently on
the card or in built-in memory before you format it.
Formatting built-in memory will delete the following data.
Protected images
Formatting a memory card will delete the following data.
Protected images
Make sure the cameras battery is sufficiently charged before starting a formatting
operation. Formatting may not be performed correctly and the camera may stop
operating normally if the camera powers down while formatting is in progress.
Never open the battery cover while formatting is in progress. Doing so can cause
the camera to stop operating normally.
Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Reset
See page 128 for details about the cameras factory default settings.
The settings below are not reset.
World Time settings, clock settings, date style, screen language, video output
Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card (Format)
Resetting the Camera to Factory Defaults (Reset)
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Configuring Monitor Screen Settings
You can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can
configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode.
Displays a histogram on the monitor screen which you can use to
check the exposure of an image before you shoot it. You also can
display the histogram in the PLAY mode for information about the
exposure levels of images.
You can use key customization (page 61) to configure the [4]
and [6] buttons so they control the EV shift setting (page 39),
and perform EV shift while viewing the results on the on-screen
histogram.
Information display on Displays information about image settings, etc.
Information display
+ Histogram on
Turns on display of camera setting
and other indicators, along with a
histogram (page 115).
Information display off No information displayed
Using the On-screen Histogram to Check Exposure
(Histogram)
Histogram
Histogram
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A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the
number of pixels. The vertical axis indicates the number of pixels, while the horizontal
axis indicates lightness. If the histogram appears too lopsided for some reason, you
can use EV shift to move it left or right in order to achieve better balance. Optimum
exposure can be achieved by EV shifting so the graph is as close to the center as
possible. For snapshots, you can even display individual histograms for R (red), G
(green), and B (blue).
Example Histograms
NOTE
A centered histogram does not necessarily guarantee optimum exposure. The
recorded image may be over-exposed or under-exposed, even though its
histogram is centered.
Due to the limitations of exposure compensation, you may not be able to achieve
an optimum histogram configuration.
Use of the flash and certain shooting conditions can cause the histogram to
indicate exposure that is different from the actual exposure of the image when it is
shot.
How to Use the Histogram
A histogram towards the left side results when the
overall image is dark. A histogram that is too far to
the left may result in black out of the dark areas
of an image.
A histogram towards the right side results when
the overall image is light. A histogram that is too
far to the right may result in white out of the light
areas of an image.
An overall well-balanced histogram results when
the overall image is at optimal lightness.
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Appendix
Appendix
. Avoid Use While In Motion
Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile
or other vehicle, or while walking. Looking at the monitor while in motion creates
the risk of serious accident.
. Directly Viewing the Sun or Bright Light
Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the cameras viewfinder.
Doing so can damage your eyesight.
. Flash
Never use the flash unit in areas where flammable or explosive gas may be
present. Such conditions create the risk of fire and explosion.
Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating a motor vehicle. Doing so
can interfere with the drivers vision and creates the risk of accident.
Never fire the flash too close to the eyes of the subject. Doing so creates the risk of
loss of eyesight.
. Monitor Screen
Do not apply strong pressure to the monitor screen surface or subject it to strong
impact. Doing so can cause the monitor screen glass to crack.
Should the monitor screen ever become cracked, never touch any of the liquid
inside the monitor screen. Doing so creates the risk of skin inflammation.
Should monitor screen liquid ever get into your mouth, immediately rinse your
mouth out and contact your physician.
Should monitor screen liquid ever get into your eyes or onto your skin, immediately
rinse with clean water for at least 15 minutes and contact your physician.
. Connections
Never plug any devices that are not specified for use with this camera into
connectors. Connecting a non-specified device creates the risk of fire and electric
shock.
. Transport
Never operate the camera inside of an aircraft or anywhere else where operation of
such devices is restricted. Improper use creates the risk of serious accident.
Precautions during Use
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. Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities
Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or while it
is overheating creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the
following steps whenever any of the above symptoms are present.
1. Turn off the camera.
2. Remove the battery from the camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn
injury.
3. Contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center.
. Water and Foreign Matter
Water, other liquids, or foreign matter (especially metal) getting inside the camera
creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the following steps
whenever any of the above symptoms are present. Particular care is required when
using the camera where it is raining or snowing, near the ocean or other body of
water, or in a bathroom.
2. Remove the battery from the camera.
. Dropping and Rough Treatment
Continued use of the camera after it is damaged by dropping or other rough
treatment creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the
following steps whenever any of the above symptoms are present.
2. Remove the battery from the camera.
. Keep Away From Fire
Never expose the camera to fire, which can cause it to explode and creates the risk
of fire and electric shock.
. Disassembly and Modification
Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any way. Doing so creates the risk
of electric shock, burn injury, and other personal injury. Be sure to leave all internal
inspection, maintenance, and repair up to your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized
service center.
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. Locations To Be Avoided
Never leave the camera in any of the following types of locations. Doing so creates
the risk of fire and electric shock.
Areas subject to large amounts of humidity or dust
Food preparation areas or other locations where oil smoke is present
Near heaters, on a heated carpet, in areas exposed to direct sunlight, in a closed
vehicle parked in the sun, or other areas subject to very high temperatures
Never place the camera on an unstable surface, on a high shelf, etc. Doing so can
cause the camera to fall, creating the risk of personal injury.
. Backing Up Important Data
Always keep backup copies of important data in camera memory by transferring it
to a computer or other storage device. Note that data can be deleted in the case of
camera malfunction, repair, etc.
. Memory Protection
Whenever replacing the battery, be sure to follow the correct procedure as
described in the documentation that comes with the camera. Incorrectly replacing
the battery can result in corruption or loss of data in camera memory.
. Rechargeable Battery
Use only the specified charger unit or the specified device to charge the battery.
Attempting to charge the battery by an unauthorized means creates the risk of
battery overheating, fire, and explosion.
Do not expose or immerse the battery in fresh water or salt water. Doing so can
damage the battery, and cause deterioration of its performance and loss of service
life.
The battery is intended for use with a CASIO Digital Camera only. Use with any
other device creates the risk of the battery damage, or deterioration of battery
performance and service life.
Failure to observe any of the following precautions creates the risk of battery
overheating, fire, and explosion.
Never use or leave the battery near open flame.
Do not expose the battery to heat or fire.
Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when it is connected to the charger
unit.
Never carry or store the battery together with items that can conduct electricity
(necklaces, pencil lead, etc.).
Never disassemble the battery, pierce it with a needle, or expose it to strong
impact (hit it with a hammer, step on it, etc.), and never apply solder to it. Never
place the battery into a microwave oven, heater, high-pressure generating
device, etc.
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Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration,
deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, charging, or storing a
battery, immediately remove it from the camera or charger unit and keep it away
from open flame.
Do not use or leave the battery under direct sunlight, in an automobile parked in the
sun, or in any other area subject to high temperatures. Doing so can damage the
battery, and cause deterioration of its performance and loss of service life.
If battery charging does not end normally within the specified charging time, stop
charging anyway and contact your local CASIO authorized service center.
Continued charging creates the risk of battery overheating, fire, and explosion.
Battery fluid can damage your eyes. Should battery fluid get into your eyes
accidentally, immediately rinse them with clean tap water and then consult a
physician.
Be sure to read the user documentation that comes with the camera and special
charger unit before using or charging the battery.
If a battery is to be used by young children, make sure that a responsible adult
makes them aware of the precautions and proper handling instructions, and make
sure that they handle the battery correctly.
Should fluid from a battery accidentally get onto clothing or your skin, immediately
rinse it off with clean tap water. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can cause skin
irritation.
. Battery Life
Battery continuous operation times provided in this manual represent the
approximate amount of time before the camera turns off due to low battery power
when being powered by the special battery under normal temperature (23C
(73F)). They do not guarantee that you will be able to achieve the indicated level
of operation. Actual battery life is greatly affected by ambient temperature, battery
storage conditions, the amount of time spent in storage, etc.
Leaving the camera on can run down the battery and cause the low battery
warning to appear. Turn off the camera whenever you are not using it.
The low battery warning indicates that the camera is about to turn off due to low
battery power. Charge the battery as soon as possible. Leaving a low or dead
battery in the camera can lead to battery leakage and data corruption.
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. Data Error Precautions
Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the
following creates the risk of corruption of data in camera memory.
Removing the battery or memory card while the camera is performing some
operation
Removing the battery or memory card while the back lamp is flashing green after
turning off the camera
Disconnecting the USB cable while communication is in progress
Using a battery that is low
Other abnormal operations
Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to appear on the monitor
screen (page 135). Perform the action indicated by the message that appears.
. Operating Environment
Operating Temperature Requirements: 0 to 40C (32 to 104F)
Operating Humidity: 10 to 85% (non condensation)
Do not place the camera in any of the following locations.
In an area exposed to direct sunlight, or large amounts of moisture, dust, or sand
Near an air conditioner or in other areas subjected to extreme temperature or
humidity
Inside of a motor vehicle on a hot day, or in an area subjected to strong vibration
. Condensation
Sudden and extreme temperature changes, such as when the camera is moved from
the outdoors on a cold winter day into a warm room, can cause water droplets called
condensation to form on the interior and the exterior of the camera, which creates
the risk of malfunction. To prevent condensation from forming seal the camera in a
plastic bag before changing locations. Then leave the bag sealed to allow the air
inside to naturally change to the same temperature as the air in the new location.
After that, remove the camera from the bag and open the battery cover for a few
hours.
. Lens
Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can
scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction.
You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain types of images, such as a
slight bend in lines that should be straight. This is due to the characteristics of
lenses, and does not indicate malfunction of the camera.
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. Caring for your camera
Never touch the lens or flash window with your fingers. Finger smudges, dirt, and
other foreign matter on the lens or flash window can interfere with proper operation
of the camera. Use a blower or other means to keep the lens and flash window free
of dirt and dust, and wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
To clean the camera, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
. Old Rechargeable Battery Handling Precautions
Insulate the positive and negative terminals with tape, etc.
Do not peel the covering off of the battery.
Do not try to take the battery apart.
. Charger Unit Handling Precautions
The charger unit becomes slightly warm during charging. This is normal and does
not indicate malfunction.
Unplug the power cord from the power outlet when you are not using the charger
unit.
Never use detergent to clean the power cord (especially the plug).
Never cover the charger unit with a blanket, etc. Doing so creates the risk of fire.
-
0Never plug the power cord into an outlet whose voltage rating is different from
that marked on the power cord. Doing so creates the risk of fire, malfunction,
and electric shock.
0Take care to protect the power cord against damage and breaking. Never place
heavy objects onto the power cord, or expose it to intense heat. Doing so can
damage the power cord, creating the risk of fire and electric shock.
0Never try to modify the power cord, or subject it to severe bending, twisting, or
pulling. Doing so creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock.
0Never plug in or unplug the power cord while your hands are wet. Doing so
creates the risk of electric shock.
0Do not plug the power cord into an outlet or extension cord that is shared by
other devices. Doing so creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock.
0Should the power cord ever become damaged (to the point that internal wires
are exposed or cut), immediately contact your original retailer or a CASIO
authorized service center to request repair. Continued use of a damaged power
cord creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock.
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. Other Precautions
The camera becomes slightly warm during use. This is normal and does not indicate
malfunction.
. Copyrights
Except for your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized use of use of snapshots or
movies of images whose rights belong to others, without the permission of the right
holder, is forbidden by copyright laws. In some cases, shooting of public
performances, shows, exhibitions, etc. may be restricted entirely, even if it is for your
own personal enjoyment. Regardless of whether such files are purchased by you or
obtained for free, posting them on a website, a file sharing site, or any other Internet
site, or otherwise distributing them to third parties without the permission of the
copyright holder is strictly prohibited by copyright laws and international treaties. For
example, uploading or distributing on the Internet images of TV programs, live
concerts, music videos, etc. that were photographed or recorded by you may infringe
upon the rights of others. Note that CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held
liable for use of this product in any way that infringes on the copyrights of others or
that violates copyright laws.
Note that trademark and registered trademark
are not use within the text of this

manual.
The SDHC logo is a trademark.
Microsoft, Windows, Internet Explorer, Windows Media, Windows Vista,
Windows 7, and DirectX are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Macintosh, Mac OS, QuickTime, and iPhoto are trademarks of Apple Inc.
Adobe and Reader are trademarks or registered trademarks in the United States
and other countries of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
YouTube, the YouTube logo, and Broadcast Yourself are trademarks or
registered trademarks of YouTube, LLC.
EXILIM, Photo Transport, and YouTube Uploader for CASIO are registered
trademarks or trademarks of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.
All other company or product names mentioned herein are registered trademarks
or trademarks of their respective companies.
The following terms, which are used in this manual, are registered trademarks or
trademarks of their respective owners.
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Any and all unauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying of the
bundled software over a network are prohibited.
This products YouTube upload functionality is included under license from YouTube,
LLC. The presence of YouTube upload functionality in this product is not an
endorsement or recommendation of the product by YouTube, LLC.
If the [CHARGE] lamp flashes red...
Charging cannot be performed because ambient temperature or the temperature of
the charger is too hot or too cold. Leave the camera in a location whose
temperature is within the range where charging can be performed. When the
camera returns to a temperature where charging can be performed, the [CHARGE]
lamp will light red.
Check if the charger and battery contacts are dirty. If contacts are dirty, wipe them
clean with a dry cloth.
1. Open the battery cover and
remove the current battery.
With the monitor screen side of the
camera facing upwards, slide the
stopper in the direction indicated by
the arrow in the illustration. After the
battery pops out, pull it the rest of
the way out of the camera.
2. Load a new battery.
Power Supply
Charging
If problems continue to occur after you perform the above steps, it could mean that
the battery is faulty. Contact your nearest CASIO authorized service center.
To replace the battery
Stopper
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. Precautions during Use
Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation
under normal temperatures. This is due to the characteristics of the battery, not the
camera.
Charge the battery in an area where the temperature is within the range of 5C to
35C (41F to 95F). Outside this temperature range charging can take longer than
normal or even fail.
Do not tear or remove the battery outer label.
If a battery provides only very limited operation following a full charge, it probably
means the battery has reached the end of its service life. Replace the battery with a
new one.
The included NP-82 battery is intended exclusively for use with this EXILIM digital
camera. Never try to use it to power any other device. When purchasing a
replacement or spare, be sure to purchase an NP-80 battery.
. Storage Precautions
Storing the battery for a long time while it is charged can cause deterioration of
battery characteristics. If you do not plan to use a battery for some time, fully use
up its charge before storing it.
Always remove the battery from the camera when you are not using it. A battery left
in the camera can discharge and go dead, which will require some time to charge
when you need to use the camera.
Store batteries in a cool, dry place (20C (68F) or lower).
To prevent over discharging of an unused battery, fully charge it, and then load it in
the camera and fully use up the charge about once every six months.
. Precautions during Use
The bundled charger is designed for operation with any power supply in the range
of 100V to 240V AC, 50/60Hz. Note, however, that the shape of the power cord
plug depends on each country or geographic area. Before taking the camera and
charger along on a trip, check with travel agent about the power supply
requirements in your destination(s).
Do not connect the charger to a power supply through a voltage converter or
similar device. Doing so can lead to malfunction.
. Extra Batteries
Taking along extra fully charged batteries (NP-82 or NP-80) is recommended while
on a trip in order to avoid not being able to shoot images due to the battery going
dead.
Battery Precautions
Using the Camera in another Country
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See page 19 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a
memory card.
Press the memory card and then release it. This will
cause it to pop out of the memory card slot slightly.
Pull the card out the rest of the way and then insert
another one.
Never remove a card from the camera while the
back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can cause
the image save operation to fail and even
damage the memory card.
. Using a Memory Card
SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards have a
write protect switch. Use the switch when you need to
guard against accidentally deleting data. Note,
however, if you write protect an SD memory card you
must then turn write protection off whenever you want
to record to it, format it, or delete any of its images.
If a memory card starts to behave abnormally during
image playback, you can restore normal operation by reformatting it (page 113).
However, it is recommended that you always take along multiple memory cards
whenever using the camera far away from the home or office.
As you record data to and delete data from a memory card a number of times, it
loses its ability to retain data. Because of this, periodic re-formatting of a memory
card is recommended.
Electrostatic charge, electrical noise, and other phenomena can cause data to
become corrupted or even lost. Make sure that you always back up important data
on other media (CD-R, CD-RW, hard disk, etc.).
Using a Memory Card
To replace the memory card
Write enabled
Write disabled
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. Memory Card Handling Precautions
Certain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, you may
experience problems saving high-quality (WIDE) movies. Use of certain types of
memory cards increase the time it takes to record movies, which can cause movie
frames to be lost. This condition is indicated by
and
Y
flashing on the monitor
screen. Use of a memory card with a maximum transfer speed of at least 10MB per
second is recommended.
. Discarding or Transferring Ownership of a Memory Card or the
Camera
The format and delete functions of this camera just modify file management
information of memory card and/or camera main memory. They do not actually
modify the data itself. Note that management of your data is entirely your
responsibility. To ensure data security, the following actions are recommended
whenever you discard or transfer ownership of a memory card or the camera.
When discarding a memory card and/or the camera, either physically destroy them
or completely wipe out all of their data using commercially available software, etc.
When transferring ownership of a memory card and/or the camera, completely
wipe out all of their data using commercially available software, etc., and then use
the cameras format function to format the memory card and/or camera main
memory.
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Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to
check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that
the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application.
Actual requirements are greater, depending on the number of images and the sizes of
the images being handled.
0Windows
YouTube Uploader for CASIO
Photo Transport 1.0
Adobe Reader 8
For details about the minimum system requirements for each software application,
see the Read me files on the CASIO Digital Camera Software CD-ROM that comes
bundled with the camera.
Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software
(Bundled CD-ROM)
Operating System: Windows 7 / Windows Vista / Windows XP (SP2/SP3) /
Windows 2000 (SP4)
Other : Sufficient memory to run the operating system
Computer configuration that enables playback of movies on the
YouTube site
Computer configuration that enables upload of movies to the
YouTube site
Operating System : Windows 7 / Windows Vista / Windows XP / Windows 2000
Memory : At least 64MB
Hard Disk Drive Space: At least 2MB
Operating System : Windows Vista / Windows XP (SP2/SP3) / Windows 2000
(SP4)
CPU : Pentium III Class
Memory : At least 128MB
Hard Disk Drive Space: At least 180MB
Other : Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher installed
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The tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu
items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you reset the camera (page 113).
Menu items depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode.
A dash () indicates an item whose setting is not reset or an item for which there is
no reset setting.
. REC Mode
REC Tab
Quality Tab
Reset Initial Default Settings
Focus
Q
(Auto Focus)
Focus Frame
CS Off
Self-timer Off
Face Detection Off
Anti Shake Off
AF Area
U
Spot
easy Mode Off
L/R Key Off
Grid Off
Digital Zoom On
Review On
Icon Help On
Memory
b
BEST SHOT:
Off / Flash: On /
Focus: Off / White
Balance: Off / ISO:
Off / AF Area: On /
Metering: Off / CS:
Off / Self-timer: Off /
Flash Intensity: Off /
Digital Zoom: On /
MF Position: Off /
Zoom Position: Off
Size 12M

(4000
x
3000)
Quality
(Snapshots)
Normal
Quality
(Movies)
STD
EV Shift 0.0
White Balance Auto
ISO Auto
t
Metering
B
Multi
Color Filter Off
Sharpness 0
Saturation 0
Contrast 0
Flash Intensity 0
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Set Up Tab
. PLAY Mode
PLAY Tab
Set Up Tab
The contents of the Set Up tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.
Panel Off
Eye-Fi On
Sounds
Startup: Sound 1 /
Half Shutter:
Sound 1 /
Shutter: Sound 1 /
Operation: Sound 1 /
=Operation:
...//// /
=Play: ...////
Startup Off
File No. Continue
World Time Home
Timestamp Off
R Adjust
Date Style
Language
Sleep 1 min
Auto Power
Off
2 min
REC/PLAY Power On
USB Mass Storage
Video Out
Format
Reset
Slideshow
Time: 30 min /
Interval: 3 sec /
Effect: On
Red Eye
DPOF Printing
Protect
Rotation
Resize
Trimming
Dubbing
Copy
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When things dont go right...
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action
Power Supply
Power does not
turn on.
1)The battery may not be loaded correctly (page 16).
2)The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 15). If the
battery goes dead soon after being charged, it means the
battery has reached the end of its life and needs to be
replaced. Purchase an optionally available CASIO NP-80
rechargeable lithium ion battery.
The camera
suddenly powers
down.
1)Auto Power Off may have activated (page 111). Turn power
back on.
2)The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 15).
3)The cameras protection function may have activated
because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera
and wait until it cools down before trying to use it again.
Power will not turn
off. Nothing
happens when a
button is pressed.
Remove the battery from the camera and then reload it.
Image Recording
Image is not
recorded when the
shutter button is
pressed.
1)If the camera is in the PLAY mode, press [
r
] (REC) to enter
the REC mode.
2)If the flash is charging, wait until the charge operation
finishes.
3)If the message Memory Full appears, transfer images to
your computer, delete images you no longer need, or use a
different memory card.
Auto Focus does
not focus properly
1)If the lens is dirty, clean it off.
2)The subject may not be in the center of the focus frame when
you compose the image.
3)The subject you are shooting may not be a type that is
compatible with Auto Focus (page 28). Use manual focus
(page 54).
4)You may be moving the camera when shooting. Try shooting
with Anti Shake (page 36) or use a tripod.
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The subject is out
of focus in the
recorded image.
The image may not be focused properly. When composing the
image, make sure the subject is located inside the focus frame.
The flash does not
fire.
1)If
?
(Flash Off) is selected as the flash mode, change to
another mode (page 33).
2)If the battery is dead, charge it (page 15).
3)If a BEST SHOT scene that uses
?
(Flash Off) is selected,
change to a different flash mode (page 33) or select a
different BEST SHOT scene (page 49).
A red
?
(Flash
Off) icon appears
on the monitor
screen and the
flash does not fire.
The flash unit may be malfunctioning. Contact a CASIO
authorized service center or your original retailer. Note that
though the flash will not fire, you still can use the camera for
non-flash shots.
Camera powers
down during Self-
timer countdown.
The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 15).
The monitor screen
image is out of
focus.
1)You may be using Manual Focus and have not focused the
image. Focus the image (page 54).
2)You may be using
(Macro) for scenery or portraits. Use

Auto Focus for scenery and portrait shots (page 54).
3)You may be trying to use Auto Focus or
)
(Infinity) when
shooting a close-up shot. Use the
(Macro) for close ups

(page 54).
There is a vertical
line in the monitor
screen image.
Shooting a very brightly lit subject can cause a vertical band to
appear in the monitor screen image. This is a CCD
phenomenon known as vertical smear, and does not indicate
malfunction of the camera. Note that vertical smear is not
recorded with the image in the case of a snapshot, but it is
recorded in the case of a movie.
There is digital
noise in images.
1)Sensitivity may have been increased automatically for a dark
subject, which increases the chance of digital noise. Use a
light or some other means to illuminate the subject.
2)You may be attempting to shoot in a dark location with
?

(Flash Off) selected, which can increase digital noise and
make images appear coarse. In this case, turn on flash (page
33) or use lights for illumination.
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A recorded image
was not saved.
1)Camera power may have been turned off before the save
operation was complete, which will result in the image not
being saved. If the battery indicator shows , charge the
battery as soon as possible (page 17).
2)You may have removed the memory card from the camera
before the save operation was complete, which will result in
the image not being saved. Do not remove the memory card
before the save operation is complete.
Though available
lighting is bright,
the faces of people
in the image are
dark.
Not enough light is reaching the subjects. Change the flash
mode setting to
<
(Flash On) for daylight synchro flash (page
33), or adjust EV shift to the + side (page 39).
Night shots come
out bad.
Use the following BEST SHOT scenes (page 49) when shooting
at night.
Night Scene (for shooting night scenery only)
Night Scene Portrait (for shooting people against night
scenery)
Subjects are too
dark when shooting
images in a
seashore or ski
area.
Sunlight reflected by water, sand, or snow, can cause
underexposure of images. Change the flash mode setting to
<

(Flash On) for daylight synchro flash (page 33), or adjust EV
shift to the + side (page 39).
Digital zoom
(including HD
zoom) does not
work. The zoom
bar indicates zoom
only up to a zoom
factor of 3.0.
1)The digital zoom setting may be turned off. Turn on digital
zoom (page 62).
2)Date stamping may be turned on, which will cause digital
zoom to be disabled. Turn off date stamping (page 108).
The image is out of
focus during movie
recording.
1)Focusing may not be possible because the subject is outside
the focus range. Shoot within the allowable range.
2)The lens may be dirty. Clean the lens (page 120).
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Playback
The color of the
playback image is
different from what
appears on the
monitor screen
when shooting.
Sunlight or light from another source may be shining directly
into the lens when you are shooting. Position the camera so
sunlight does not shine directly into the lens.
Images are not
displayed.
This camera cannot display non-DCF images recorded onto a
memory card using another digital camera.
Images cannot be
edited (with
resizing, trimming,
rotation).
Note that you cannot edit the following types of snapshots.
Movies
Snapshots recorded with another camera
Other
The wrong date
and time are
displayed, or the
wrong date and
time are being
stored along with
image data.
The date and time setting is off. Set the correct date and time
(page 109).
The messages on
the display are in
the wrong
language.
The wrong display language is selected. Change the display
language setting (page 110).
Images cannot be
transferred over a
USB connection.
1)The USB cable may not be connected securely. Check all
connections.
2)The wrong USB communication protocol is selected. Select
the correct USB communication protocol in accordance with
the type of device you are connecting (pages 87, 96).
3)If the camera is not turned on, turn it on.
4)Your computer may not be able to recognize the camera if
you connect via a USB hub. Always connect directly to the
computers USB port.
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Language selection
screen appears
when the camera is
turned on.
1)You did not configure initial settings after purchasing the
camera or the camera may have been left with a dead
battery. Check the camera setup (pages 18, 110).
2)There may be a problem with the cameras memory data. If
this is the case, perform the reset operation to initialize the
cameras setup (page 113). After that, configure each setting.
If the language selection screen does not re-appear when you
turn the camera on, it means that the cameras memory
management data has been restored.
If the same message appears after you turn power back on,
contact your retailer or a CASIO authorized service center.
I configured the
date and time
settings after
purchasing the
camera, but they
become incorrect
after I remove the
battery from the
camera.
Load the cameras battery and reconfigure the time and date
settings (page 18). Do not remove the battery from the camera
for at least 24 hours after configuring time and date settings.
After that, the settings will not be reset if you remove the
battery.
If you leave the battery loaded for more than 24 hours after
setting the date and time, and they still become incorrect after
you remove the battery, it could mean that the cameras
setting memory is defective. Contact your retailer or a CASIO
authorized service center.
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Display Messages
ALERT
The cameras protection function may have activated
because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera
and wait until it cools down before trying to use it again.
Battery is low. Battery power is low.
Card ERROR
There is something wrong with the memory card. Turn off the
camera, remove the memory card and then reload it into the
camera. If this message re-appears when you turn the
camera back on, format the memory card (page 113).
IMPORTANT!
Formatting a memory card deletes all its files. Before
formatting, try transferring recoverable files to a computer
or some other storage device.
Check
connections!
You are attempting to connect the camera to a printer while
the cameras USB settings are not compatible with the USB
system of the printer (page 80).
Files could not be
saved because
battery is low.
Battery power is low, so an image file could not be saved.
Folder cannot be
created.
You are trying to record a file while there are already 9999
files stored in the 999th folder. If you want to record more,
delete files you no longer need (page 27).
Images are being
transferred.
Stop transfer and
turn off power?
You are attempting to turn off power while image data is being
transferred using the Eye-Fi card (page 100).
LENS ERROR
This message appears and the camera turns off whenever
lens performs some unexpected operation. If the same
message appears after you turn power back on, contact a
CASIO authorized service center or your original retailer.
Load paper! The printer ran out of paper while printing.
Memory Full
Memory is full with images you recorded and/or files saved by
editing operations. Delete files you no longer need (page 27).
Printing Error
An error occurred while printing.
The printer is turned off.
The printer generated an error, etc.
Record Error
Image compression could not be performed for some reason
during image data storage. Shoot the image again.
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RETRY POWER
ON
The lens came into contact with an obstruction while moving.
The camera will turn off automatically when this message
appears. Remove the obstruction and turn power back on
again.
SYSTEM ERROR
Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or a
CASIO authorized service center.
The card is
locked.
The LOCK switch of the SD or SDHC memory
card loaded in the camera is in the locked
position. You cannot store images to or delete
images from a memory card that is locked.
There are no files. There are no files in built-in memory or on the memory card.
There are no
printing images.
Set up DPOF.
There are currently no files specified for printing. Configure
the required DPOF settings (page 82).
This card is not
formatted.
The memory card loaded in the camera is not formatted.
Format the memory card (page 113).
This file cannot be
played.
The file you are trying to access is corrupted or is a type that
cannot be displayed by this camera.
This function
cannot be used.
This message will appear part way through an operation
when you attempt to use a function that is not allowed in
combination with another function.
LOCK
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Snapshot
Number of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time/
Voice Recording Time
Image Size
(Pixels)
Image
Quality
Approximate
Image File Size
Built-in Memory
Snapshot Recording
Capacity
SD Memory Card
(1GB) Snapshot
Recording
Capacity
12M
(4000
x
3000)
Fine 7.87 MB 2 122
Normal 4.13 MB 3 233
Economy 2.76 MB 5 350
3:2
(4000
x
2656)
Fine 6.87 MB 2 140
16:9
(4000
x
2240)
Fine 5.66 MB 2 170
Normal 3.0 MB 5 322
8M
(3264
x
2448)
Fine 4.59 MB 3 210
5M
(2560
x
1920)
Fine 2.99 MB 5 323
3M
(2048
x
1536)
Fine 2.0 MB 8 483
Normal 1.25 MB 13 773
Economy 820 KB 19 1178
VGA
(640
x
480)
Fine 430 KB 37 2247
Normal 290 KB 56 3332
Economy 240 KB 67 4026
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Movies
Voice Recording
* Snapshot, movie recording capacity, and voice recording capacity values are
approximate and intended for reference only. Actual capacity depends on image
contents.
* File size and data rate values are approximate and intended for reference only. Actual
values depend on the type of image being shot.
* The above values are based on use of a PRO HIGH SPEED SD memory card
(Panasonic Corporation). The number of images you can save depends on the type of
memory card you are using.
* When using a memory card with a different capacity, calculate the number of images as a
percentage of 1GB.
* Each movie can be up to 29 minutes long. Movie recording stops automatically after
29 minutes of recording.
Image
Quality
(Pixels)
Approximate Data
Rate (Frame Rate)
Built-in Memory
Movie Recording
Capacity
SD Memory Card
(1GB) Movie
Recording Capacity
File Size of
1-minute
Movie
WIDE
848
x
480
12.5 Megabits/second
(30 frames/second)
9 seconds
10 minutes
8 seconds
93.1 MB
STD
640
x
480
(30 frames/second)
10 seconds
11 minutes
43 seconds
79.0 MB
LP
320
x
240
2.7 Megabits/second
(15 frames/second)
43 seconds
46 minutes
53 seconds
19.9 MB
YouTube
640
x
480
(30 frames/second)
10 seconds
11 minutes
43 seconds
79.0 MB
File Format
Maximum File
Size
File Size
Built-in Memory
Voice Recording
Capacity
SD Memory Card
(1GB) Voice
Recording Capacity
WAV
IMA-ADPCM
4 GB 5.5 KB/second
50 minutes
8 seconds
49 hours
31 minutes
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Specifications
File Format Snapshots:
JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant
Movies:
Motion JPEG AVI, IMA-ADPCM audio (monaural)
Audio (Voice Recording): WAV (monaural)
Recording Media Built-in Memory (Image Storage Area: 16.9MB)
SD/SDHC
Recorded Image Sizes Snapshot:
12M (4000
x
3000), 3:2 (4000
x
2656), 16:9 (4000
x
2240),
8M (3264
x
2448), 5M (2560
x
1920), 3M (2048
x
1536),
VGA (640
x
480)
Movies:
WIDE (848
x
480), STD (640
x
480), LP (320
x
240),
YouTube (640
x
480)
Image Deletion 1 file; all files (with memory protection feature)
Effective Pixels 12.10 Megapixels
Imaging Element Size: 1/2.3-inch square pixel CCD
Total Pixels: 12.53 Megapixels
Lens/Focal Distance F3.1 (W) to 5.6 (T) f= 6.3 to 18.9 mm
(equivalent to 35.5 to 106.5 mm in 35 mm format)
Six lenses in five groups, including aspherical lens.
Zoom 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom (12X in combination with
optical zoom)
18.7X maximum HD Zoom (in combination with optical zoom,
VGA size)
Focusing Contrast Detection Auto Focus
Focus Modes:
Auto Focus, Macro Focus, Pan Focus, Infinity, Manual Focus
AF Area: Spot, Multi, Tracking
Approximate Focus
(Snapshot)
(From Lens Surface)
Auto Focus: 10 cm to 9 (3.9" to 9) (Wide Angle)
Macro Focus: 10 cm to 50 cm (3.9" to 19.7") (Wide Angle)
Infinity: 9 (Wide Angle)
Manual: 10 cm to 9 (3.9" to 9) (Wide Angle)
* Range is affected by optical zoom.
Metering Multi-pattern, center weighted, and spot by imaging element
Exposure Control Program AE
Exposure
Compensation
2.0 EV to +2.0 EV (in 1/3EV steps)
Shutter CCD shutter, mechanical shutter
Shutter Speed Snapshot (Auto): 1/2 to 1/2000 second
Snapshot (Night Scene): 4 to 1/2000 second
* May differ due to the camera setup.
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Aperture Value F3.1 (W) to F7.8 (W) (When used with ND filter)
* Using optical zoom changes the aperture value.
White Balance Auto, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Day White Fluorescent,
Daylight Fluorescent, Tungsten, Manual WB
Sensitivity (Standard
Output Sensitivity,
Recommended
Exposure Index)
Snapshots:
Auto, ISO 80, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600
Movies: Auto
Self-timer Approximate Trigger Times:
10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer
Flash Modes Auto, Off, On, Red-eye reduction
Flash Range
(ISO Sensitivity: Auto)
*
1
Wide Angle: 0.1 m*
2
to 2.9 m (0.3'*
2
to 9.5')
Telephoto: 0.4 m to 1.6 m (1.3' to 5.2')
*1 Range is affected by optical zoom.
*2 Macro Focus
Flash Charging Time Approximately 5 seconds maximum
Recording Snapshots; Macro; Self-timer; Continuous Shutter (Normal
Speed CS); BEST SHOT; Face Detection; easy Mode; Movies
(normal movie and For YouTube) (with monaural audio); Audio
(Voice Recording)
Approximate
Maximum Audio
Recording Times
After Recording: 30 seconds per image
Voice Recording:
50 minutes 8 seconds (when using built-in memory)
Monitor Screen 2.5-inch TFT color LCD
230,400 (960
x
240) dots
Viewfinder Monitor Screen
Timekeeping Function Built-in quartz digital clock
Date and Time: Recorded with image data
Auto Calendar: To 2049
World Time 162 cities in 32 time zones
City name, date, time, summer time
Input/Output
Terminals
USB/AV port, Hi-Speed USB compatible
Microphone Monaural
Speaker Monaural
Power Requirements Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-82 or NP-80)
x
1
B
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Approximate Battery Life
All of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under
normal temperature (23C (73F)) before the camera turns off. These values are not
guaranteed. Low temperatures shorten battery life.
Battery: NP-82
(The same battery life values also apply to the optionally available NP-80 battery.)
Recording Medium:
1GB SD memory card (PRO HIGH SPEED (Panasonic Corporation))
Measurement Conditions
*1 Approximate number of shots (CIPA) (Operating Time)
In accordance with CIPA (Camera and Imaging Products Association) standards
Normal temperature (23C (73F)), monitor on, zoom operation between full wide and
full telephoto every 30 seconds, during which two images are shot with flash; power
turned off and back on every time 10 images are shot.
*2 Approximate playback time
Standard temperature (23C (73F)), one-image scroll approximately every 10 seconds
*3 Approximate continuous recording time
The above values are based a new battery, starting from a full charge. Repeated
charging shortens battery life.
Frequency of flash, zoom, and Auto Focus usage, and the time the camera is on
greatly affects recording time and number of shots values.
Number of Shots (CIPA) (Operating Time)*
1
200 shots
Continuous Playback (Snapshots)*
2
5 hours
Approximate continuous movie recording time 1 hour 30 minutes
Continuous Voice Recording*
3
4 hours 30 minutes
Power Consumption 3.7 V DC, Approximately 3.3 W
Dimensions 98.8 (W)
x
57.3 (H)
x
20.4 (D) mm
(3.9" (W)
x
2.3" (H)
x
0.80" (D))
(18.5 mm (0.73") thick excluding projections)
Weight 131g (4.6 oz) (including battery and memory card)
114g (4.0 oz) (excluding battery and memory card)
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. Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-82)
. Charger unit (BC-81L)
Power cord precautions for use in Singapore
The power cord set is not supplied. The power cord used must comply with
relevant national and/or international standards.
Rated Voltage 3.7 V
Rated Capacitance 710 mAh
Operating Temperature
Requirements
0 to 40C (32 to 104F)
Dimensions 31.4 (W)
x
39.5 (H)
x
6.2 (D) mm
(1.24" (W)
x
1.56" (H)
x
0.24" (D))
Weight Approximately 15 g (0.53 oz)
Input Power 100 to 240 V AC, 45 mA, 50/60 Hz
Output Power 4.2 V DC, 300 mA
Operating Temperature
Requirements
5 to 35C (41 to 95F)
Supported Battery Type Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-82 or NP-80)
Charging Time 210 minutes
Dimensions 52 (W)
x
20 (H)
x
79 (D) mm
(2.0" (W)
x
0.79" (H)
x
3.1" (D)) (excluding projections)
Weight Approximately 50 g (1.8 oz)
CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.
6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome
Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan
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