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INTRODUCTION
Table of Contents
Package Contents ........................................................................................................................................................1
Safety Information..........................................................................................................................................................2
Parts Identification ........................................................................................................................................................3
Front ..........................................................................................................................................................................3
Back ..........................................................................................................................................................................3
Bottom........................................................................................................................................................................4
Monitor Screen Contents ..........................................................................................................................................4
REC mode ................................................................................................................................................................4
PLAY mode ................................................................................................................................................................5
Changing the Display of Contents on the Monitor Screen ............................................................................................5
Attaching the Wrist Strap ..............................................................................................................................................6
PREPARATION
Power Requirements ....................................................................................................................................................7
Installing batteries..........................................................................................................................................................8
Replacing/Removing batteries from the camera ..........................................................................................................8
Battery level Indicator ................................................................................................................................................9
Turning the Camera On & Off........................................................................................................................................9
To turn on the camera................................................................................................................................................9
To turn off the camera..............................................................................................................................................10
Operating the Multi-controller ......................................................................................................................................11
Setting the Language ..................................................................................................................................................11
Setting the Date and Time ..........................................................................................................................................12
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Recording an Image ....................................................................................................................................................13
Using Zoom..............................................................................................................................................................13
Optical Zoom ......................................................................................................................................................13
Digital Zoom ........................................................................................................................................................14
Using the Flash........................................................................................................................................................15
About Red-eye Reduction ..................................................................................................................................15
Using the Self-timer ....................................................................................................................................................16
Specifying Image Size and Quality..........................................................................................................................16
To specify the image size ....................................................................................................................................16
To specify the image quality ................................................................................................................................17
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Selecting the Focus Mode ..........................................................................................................................................18
Specifying the Auto Focus Area ..............................................................................................................................18
Using the Macro Mode ............................................................................................................................................19
Using the Infinity Mode ............................................................................................................................................19
Using Manual Focus ................................................................................................................................................19
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ............................................................................................................................20
Adjusting White Balance..............................................................................................................................................20
Adjusting White Balance Manually ..............................................................................................................................21
Using the NICESHOT Mode........................................................................................................................................21
Using the Movie Mode ................................................................................................................................................23
About the Histogram....................................................................................................................................................24
Selecting the Metering Mode ..................................................................................................................................25
Multi (Multi-pattern)......................................................................................................................................................25
Center weighted (Center-weighted) ........................................................................................................................25
Spot (Spot) ..............................................................................................................................................................25
Using the Filter Function..............................................................................................................................................25
Specifying Color Saturation ........................................................................................................................................26
Specifying Contrast......................................................................................................................................................26
Specifying Outline Sharpness ....................................................................................................................................26
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off ......................................................................................................................26
Turning Image Review On and Off ..............................................................................................................................26
Specifying Power ON Default Settings........................................................................................................................27
Resetting the Camera..................................................................................................................................................27
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PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation ..........................................................................................................................................28
Zooming the Display Image ........................................................................................................................................28
Resizing an Image ......................................................................................................................................................29
Cropping an Image ......................................................................................................................................................29
Playing a Movie ..........................................................................................................................................................30
Viewing Pictures in Thumbnail Mode ..........................................................................................................................30
Rotating the Display Image ........................................................................................................................................31
DELETING FILES
Deleting a Single File ..................................................................................................................................................32
Deleting All Files ..........................................................................................................................................................32
FILE MANAGEMENT
Folders ........................................................................................................................................................................33
Memory Folders and Files ......................................................................................................................................33
Protecting Files ............................................................................................................................................................34
To protect a single file..............................................................................................................................................34
To protect all files in memory ..................................................................................................................................34
DPOF ..........................................................................................................................................................................35
To configure print settings for a single image ..........................................................................................................35
To configure print settings for all images ................................................................................................................36
PRINT Image Matching II ............................................................................................................................................36
Exif Print ......................................................................................................................................................................36
Using USB DIRECT-PRINT ........................................................................................................................................36
OTHER SETTINGS
Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method ....................................................................................38
Setting the Beep Sound ..............................................................................................................................................38
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ..............................................................................................................38
Formatting Built-in Memory ........................................................................................................................................39
USING A MEMORY CARD
Inserting an SD Card ..................................................................................................................................................40
Removing the SD card ................................................................................................................................................41
Formatting a Memory Card..........................................................................................................................................41
Memory Card Precautions ......................................................................................................................................41
Copying Files ..............................................................................................................................................................41
To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card ......................................................................................41
To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory ............................................................................................42
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ............................................................................................................43
Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer ..........................................................................................43
Memory Data ..............................................................................................................................................................44
DCF Protocol ..............................................................................................................................................................44
Installing Software
Install the Software Driver ..........................................................................................................................................45
Installing Roxio PhotoSuite 5.0 SE..............................................................................................................................46
Using the Roxio PhotoSuite 5.0 SE ............................................................................................................................49
APPENDIX
Menu Reference ..........................................................................................................................................................50
REC mode ..................................................................................................................................................................50
PLAY mode..................................................................................................................................................................51
Indicator Lamp Reference ..........................................................................................................................................51
REC mode ..................................................................................................................................................................52
PLAY mode..................................................................................................................................................................52
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................................................................................................53
Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................................55
GETTING HELP ..................................................................................................................................................................57
REGULATORY INFORMATION ..........................................................................................................................................58
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please contact your dealer immediately if any of the items below are missing or damaged.
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Camera
2 AA-size rechargeable
nickel-metal hydride batteries
Quick Start Guide
User Manual
CD-ROM
USB Cable
Charger Unit
(The shape of the charger unit
plug varies according to country
or geographic area.)
Soft Case
Wrist Strap
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SAFETY INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions
contained in the following sections to ensure safe use of this product.
• Never operate the camera inside of an aircraft or anywhere else where operation of such devices are
restricted. Improper use creates the risk of serious accident.
• Do not aim the camera directly at the sun or other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight.
• Do not try to open the case of the camera or attempt to modify this camera in any way. High-voltage internal
components create the risk of electric shock when exposed. Maintenance and repairs should be carried out
only by authorized service providers.
• Flashing too closely at the eyes of animals or people, especially youngsters, may cause eyesight damage.
Ensure that the camera is at least one meter (approx. 3.3 feet) away from infants when using the flash.
• Keep the camera away from water and other liquids. Do not use the camera with wet hands. Never use the
camera in the rain or snow. Moisture creates the danger of fire and electric shock.
• Keep the camera and its accessories out of the reach of children and animals to prevent accidents or
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damage to the camera.
If you notice smoke or a strange odor coming from the camera, turn the power OFF immediately and unplug
the AC adapter from the power outlet. Take the camera to the nearest authorized service center for repair.
Never attempt to repair the camera yourself.
• Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not stated or recommended for this
equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards.
• Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so could scratch the surface of the
lens, thereby reducing the quality of pictures or even the possibility of malfunction.
• The camera may become slightly warm during usage. This does not indicate malfunction.
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If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft-dust-free, dry cloth.
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Front
1 Shutter release button
2 Power button [ON/OFF]
3 Flash
4 Terminal cover
5 Self-timer lamp
6 Lens
7 [USB] port
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Back
8 Viewfinder
9 Operation lamp
(PLAY mode)
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11
(REC mode)
12 Zoom controller
13 Terminal cover
14 [DC IN 3V] terminal
15 Strap ring
16 Multi-controller [ ][ ][ ][ ]
17 [DISP] button
18 [SET] button
19 [MENU] button
20 LCD Monitor
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15
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Bottom
21 Battery compartment cover
22 Tripod screw hole
• Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.
23 Memory card slot
24 Battery compartment
INTRODUCTION
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MONITOR SCREEN CONTENTS
The monitor displays various indicators and icons to represent the camera’s status and selected functions.
In Record [REC] mode
1. Flash Mode
2. Focus Mode
3. White balance
4. Self-timer
5. REC modes
6. Metering Mode
7. Memory capacity
8.
9. Quality
10. Type of memory selected for storage
11. Date and time
12. EV value
13. Battery level
14. Focus frame
Image size
15. Digital zoom indicator
16. Shutter speed value
17. Aperture value
18. ISO sensitivity
19. Zoom indicator
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In [PLAY] mode
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Image protection
1. PLAY mode file type (Snapshot, Movie)
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3. Folder number/File number
4.
Image size
5. Quality
6. Memory selected for data storage
7. Date and time
8. Battery level
CHANGING THE DISPLAY OF CONTENTS ON THE MONITOR SCREEN
Press [DISP] button repeatedly to cycle through the different states of display in the following orders:
In [REC] [Snapshot] mode
MONITOR ON
Indicators ON Histogram ON Indicators OFF
MONITOR OFF
In [REC] [NICESHOT] mode, [REC] [Movie] mode, [PLAY] [Snapshots] mode
Indicators ON Histogram ON Indicators OFF
In [PLAY] [Movie] mode
Indicators ON Indicators OFF
Please note:
• When recording movies in the Movie mode, the [DISP] button is inactive.
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