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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for purchasing this Minolta product. Please take the time to read through this
instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new digital camera.
Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately
contact your camera dealer.
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
NP-200 Lithium-ion batteries
The DiMAGE Xt operates on a small, but powerful lithium-ion battery. Misuse or abuse of
the lithium-ion battery can cause damage or injury through fire, electric shock, or
chemical leakage. Read and understand all warnings before using the battery.
Minolta DiMAGE Xt digital camera
Lithium-ion battery NP-200
Lithium-ion battery charger BC-300
Hand strap HS-DG100
SD Memory Card
AV cable AVC-200
USB cable USB-500
DiMAGE software CD-ROM
DiMAGE Viewer manual
Camera manual
Warranty card
DANGER
• Do not short, disassemble, damage, or modify the battery.
• Do not expose the battery to fire or high temperatures over 60°C (140°F).
• Do not expose the battery to water, or moisture. Water can corrode or damage the inter-
nal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak.
• Do not drop or subject the battery to strong impacts. Impacts can damage the internal
battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak.
• Do not store the battery near or in metallic products.
• Do not use the battery with any other products.
• Only use the specified charger. An inappropriate charger may cause damage or injury
through fire or electric shock.
• Do not use a leaking battery. If fluid from the battery enters your eye, immediately rinse
the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the battery makes
contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.
• Only use or charge the battery in an environment with ambient temperatures between
0° and 40°C (32° and 104°F). Only store the battery in an environment with ambient
temperatures between –20° and 30°C (–4° and 86°F) and a humidity of 45% to 85%
RH.
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trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft
Corporation. The official name of Windows is Microsoft Windows Operating System. Pentium is a
registered trademark of the Intel Corporation. Power PC is a trademark of the International Business
Machines Corporation. QuickTime is a trademark used under license. USB DIRECT-PRINT is a
trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective
owners.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
WARNING
• Tape over the lithium-ion battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal;
always follow local regulations for battery disposal.
• If charging is not completed after the specified period elapses, unplug the charger and
discontinue charging immediately.
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• Do not use these products in a humid environment, or operate them with wet hands. If
liquid enters these products, immediately remove the battery or unplug the product, and
discontinue use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage
or injury through fire or electric shock.
• Do not use these products near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine,
or paint thinner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint
thinner to clean these products. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may
cause an explosion or fire.
• When unplugging the AC adapter or charger, do not pull on the power cord. Hold the
plug when removing it from an outlet.
• Do not damage, twist, modify, heat, or place heavy objects on the AC adapter or charg-
er cord. A damaged cord may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.
• If these products emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately
remove the battery taking care not to burn yourself as the battery may become hot with
use. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.
• Take the product to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.
GENERAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
Read and understand the following warnings and cautions for safe use of the digital
camera and its accessories.
WARNING
• Only use the battery specified in this manual.
• Only use the specified charger or AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the
unit. An inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or
electric shock.
• Only use the charger power cord in the sales region for which it was designed. An inap-
propriate current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.
• Do not disassemble the camera or charger. Electric shock may cause injury if a high
voltage circuit inside the product is touched.
• Immediately remove the battery or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use if the
camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash
unit, is exposed. The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock
resulting in injury. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries
or fire.
• Keep the battery, memory card, or small parts that could be swallowed away from
infants. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.
• Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm
them with the product or parts.
• Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight.
• Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary blind-
ness which may lead to an accident.
• Do not use the monitor while operating a vehicle or walking. It may result in injury or an
accident.
• Do not look directly at the sun or strong light sources through the viewfinder. It may
damage your eyesight or cause blindness.
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
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CAUTION
• Do not use or store these products in a hot or humid environment such as the glove
compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the camera, charger, and battery which
may result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.
• If the battery is leaking, discontinue use of the product.
• The camera, charger, and battery temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care
should be taken to avoid burns.
• Burns may result if the memory card or battery is removed immediately after extended
periods of use. Turn the camera off and wait for it to cool.
• Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit dis-
charges a large amount of energy which may cause burns.
• Do not apply pressure to the LCD monitor. A damaged monitor may cause injury, and
the liquid from the monitor may cause inflammation. If liquid from the monitor makes
contact with skin, wash the area with fresh water. If liquid from the monitor comes in
contact with the eyes, immediately rinse the eyes with plenty of water and contact a
doctor.
• When using the AC adapter and charger, insert the plug securely into the electrical out-
let.
• Do not use transformers or travel adapters with the charger. The use of these devices
may cause a fire or damage the product.
• Do not use if the AC adapter or charger cord is damaged.
• Do not cover the AC adapter or charger. A fire may result.
• Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter or charger; this can hinder the unplugging of
the units in emergencies.
• Unplug the AC adapter or charger when cleaning or not in use.
Digital Camera:
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
The following marks may be found on the product:
This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the
EU (European Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations. CE
stands for Conformité Européenne (European Conformity).
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Tested by the Minolta Corporation 101 Williams Drive, Ramsey, New Jersey 07446, U.S.A.
Do not remove the ferrite cores from the cables.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
The getting up and running section covers how to prepare the camera for use. It contains
important information about power supplies and memory cards. The basic operation of
this camera is covered in the recording - basic operation section between pages 22 and
31, and the playback - basic operation section between pages 32 and 35. Read the data-
transfer mode section in its entirety before connecting the camera to a computer.
Many of the features of this camera are controlled with menus. The menu navigation
sections concisely describe how to change menu settings. Descriptions of the settings
immediately follow the navigation sections.
The appendix contains a troubleshooting section to help answer questions about the
operation of the camera. Information covering camera care and storage is also provided.
Please store this manual in a safe place.
Names of parts ....................................................................................................................................12
Getting up and running.........................................................................................................................14
Inserting the lithium-ion battery ...............................................................................................14
Charging the lithium-ion battery ..............................................................................................15
Battery-condition indicator .......................................................................................................16
Auto power off .........................................................................................................................16
AC adapter (sold separately)...................................................................................................17
Attaching the hand strap .........................................................................................................17
Installing and removing a memory card ..................................................................................18
About memory cards ...............................................................................................................19
Setting the date and time ........................................................................................................20
Recording - basic operation .................................................................................................................22
Handling the camera ...............................................................................................................22
Setting the camera to record images ......................................................................................22
Using the zoom lens................................................................................................................23
LCD monitor display - basic ....................................................................................................24
Camera-shake warning ...........................................................................................................24
Basic recording operation........................................................................................................25
Focus lock ...............................................................................................................................26
Focus range.............................................................................................................................26
Focus signals...........................................................................................................................27
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Special focusing situations ......................................................................................................27
Flash modes ............................................................................................................................28
Flash range - Automatic operation ..........................................................................................29
Flash signals............................................................................................................................29
Display button - recording mode .............................................................................................30
Playback - basic operation ...................................................................................................................32
Single-frame playback display.................................................................................................32
Viewing images .......................................................................................................................33
Deleting single images ............................................................................................................33
Display button - playback mode ..............................................................................................34
Display button - Quick View ....................................................................................................34
Enlarged playback ...................................................................................................................35
Recording - advanced operation ..........................................................................................................36
LCD monitor display - advanced .............................................................................................36
Exposure compensation ..........................................................................................................36
Navigating the recording-mode menu .....................................................................................38
Drive modes ............................................................................................................................40
Continuous advance ...................................................................................................41
Self-timer.....................................................................................................................42
White balance..........................................................................................................................43
Image size and image quality..................................................................................................44
Customizing key functions.......................................................................................................46
Compensating exposure with the menu..................................................................................46
Camera sensitivity - ISO..........................................................................................................47
Flash range and camera sensitivity.........................................................................................47
Metering modes.......................................................................................................................48
Noise reduction........................................................................................................................48
Auto reset ................................................................................................................................49
Color mode ..............................................................................................................................49
Voice memo.............................................................................................................................50
Date imprinting ........................................................................................................................51
Digital zoom.............................................................................................................................52
Instant playback.......................................................................................................................53
Spot AF....................................................................................................................................54
Recording without a memory card...........................................................................................55
Movie and audio recording...................................................................................................................56
Movie recording .......................................................................................................................56
Audio recording .......................................................................................................................57
Navigating the movie/audio recording menu...........................................................................58
Notes on movie recording .......................................................................................................59
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Setup mode
Playback - advanced operation............................................................................................................60
Playing back voice memos and audio captions ......................................................................60
Playing back movies and audio recordings.............................................................................61
Navigating the playback-mode menu ......................................................................................62
Frame-selection screen ...........................................................................................................64
Deleting image and audio files ................................................................................................65
Audio caption...........................................................................................................................66
Locking image and audio files.................................................................................................67
Slide show ...............................................................................................................................68
About DPOF ............................................................................................................................70
Creating a DPOF print order ...................................................................................................70
Ordering an index print............................................................................................................71
E-mail copy..............................................................................................................................72
Viewing images on a television ...............................................................................................73
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Navigating the setup menu......................................................................................................74
LCD monitor brightness...........................................................................................................76
Formatting memory cards........................................................................................................76
File number (#) memory ..........................................................................................................77
Folder Name............................................................................................................................77
Language.................................................................................................................................78
Audio signals ...........................................................................................................................78
Shutter FX ...............................................................................................................................78
Custom FX recording...............................................................................................................78
Auto power off .........................................................................................................................80
Volume ....................................................................................................................................80
Reset default ...........................................................................................................................80
Date and time ..........................................................................................................................82
Date format..............................................................................................................................82
Video output ............................................................................................................................82
Transfer mode .........................................................................................................................82
Data-transfer mode ..............................................................................................................................83
System requirements...............................................................................................................83
Connecting the camera to a computer ....................................................................................84
Connecting to Windows 98 and 98SE.....................................................................................86
Automatic installation..................................................................................................86
Manual installation ......................................................................................................87
QuickTime system requirements .............................................................................................89
Auto power off - data-transfer mode .......................................................................................89
Memory card folder organization.............................................................................................90
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Disconnecting the camera from the computer ........................................................................92
Windows 98 and 98SE ...............................................................................................92
Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP ..................................................................92
Macintosh....................................................................................................................93
Changing the memory card - data-transfer mode ...................................................................94
Using USB DIRECT-PRINT.....................................................................................................94
Notes on printing errors...........................................................................................................96
Navigating the USB DIRECT-PRINT menu.............................................................................96
Printing DPOF files ..................................................................................................................97
Remote camera system requirements ....................................................................................98
Installing the remote camera driver .........................................................................................98
Connecting the remote camera .............................................................................................100
Notes on remote camera operation.......................................................................................101
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Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................102
About the lithium-ion battery charger cord ............................................................................104
Viewfinder indicator lamps.....................................................................................................105
Removing the driver software - Windows..............................................................................106
Care and storage...................................................................................................................107
Technical specifications .........................................................................................................110
Appendix
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NAMES OF PARTS
* This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these
surfaces clean. Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual
(p. 107).
Shutter-release button
Main switch
Self-timer lamp (p. 42)
Viewfinder window*
Recording mode (p. 22)
Playback mode (p. 32)
Movie/Audio recording mode (p. 56)
Setup mode (p. 74)
Indicator lamp (p. 105)
Mode dial
Controller
Flash (p. 28)
AV-out-terminal/
USB-port
Battery/Card chamber door (p. 14, 18)
DC terminal (p. 17)
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NAMES OF PARTS
Tripod socket
Viewfinder*
LCD monitor*
Lens*
Microphone
Charger contacts*
Strap eyelet
(p. 17)
Speaker
Flash-mode button (p. 28)
Display button (p. 30, 34)
Quick View / Delete button (p. 32, 33)
Menu button
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GETTING UP AND RUNNING
INSERTING THE LITHIUM-ION BATTERY
This digital camera uses one NP-200 lithium-ion battery. Before using the
battery, read the safety warnings on pages 3 and 4 of this manual. When
replacing the battery, the camera should be turned off.
Slide the battery-chamber door toward the front of the camera to
release the safety catch (1). Open the door.
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Move the battery latch towards the back of the camera to
insert the battery (2). Slide the battery into the battery
chamber with the battery terminals first until it is caught by
the latch.
To remove the battery, move the latch towards the back
of the camera until the battery is released (3). Pull the
battery out of the chamber.
Close the battery-chamber door (4) and slide it
toward the back of the camera to engage the safety
catch.
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installing
the battery,
After
the set-time/date
message may appear on the monitor. The clock and
calendar is set in the custom 2 section of the setup
menu (p. 20). An internal battery protects the clock,
calender, and memory settings for more than 24
hours if the camera is used for at least 5 minutes
before removing the battery.
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GETTING UP AND RUNNING
CHARGING THE LITHIUM-ION BATTERY
Before the camera can be used, the lithium-ion battery must be charged. Before charging
the battery, read the safety warnings on pages 3 and 4 of this manual. Only recharge the
battery with the supplied battery charger. The battery should be recharged before each
shooting session. See page 108 for battery care and storage.
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Plug the power cord into the back of the charger unit
(1). Plug the other end of the cord into a live
household outlet. The included AC cord is designed
for the current of the sales region. Only use the cord
in the region it was purchased. For more on the AC
cable, see page 104.
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With the camera facing forward, firmly place it
into the charger. The indicator lamp (3) will glow
to show the battery is charging. The lamp will go
out when the battery has been charged.
Charging time is approximately 120 minutes.
The camera must be off in order to charge the
battery. If the indicator lamp blinks slowly,
confirm that a battery has been inserted in the
camera.
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Remove the camera from the charger. Unplug
the power cord from the outlet.
A single battery can be charged. With the battery
terminals forward and the label face up, slide the
battery into the charger. The indicator lamp (3)
will glow to show the battery is charging. The
lamp will go out when the battery has been
charged. Charging time is approximately 80
minutes.
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