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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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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.
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
Read and understand the following warnings and cautions for safe use of the digital
camera and its accessories.
Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately
contact your camera dealer.
WARNING
Minolta DiMAGE E323 digital camera
AA alkaline batteries (set of two)
Hand strap HS-DG120
SD Memory Card
Video cable VC-300
USB cable USB-900
DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM
DiMAGE Viewer manual
Camera manual
Warranty card
Apple, the Apple logo, Macintosh, Power Macintosh, Mac OS, and the Mac OS logo are registered
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. Minolta, The essentials of
imaging, and DiMAGE are trademarks or registered trademarks of Minolta.co., Ltd. All other brand and
product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or
explode which may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following
warnings.
• Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.
• Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed.
• Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.
• Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or moisture.
• Do not attempt to short or disassemble batteries.
• Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.
• Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, ages, or charge levels.
• Do not charge alkaline or lithium batteries.
• When recharging rechargeable batteries, only use the recommended charger.
• Do not use leaking batteries. If fluid from the batteries enters your eye, immediately
rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the batteries
makes contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.
• Tape over battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow local
regulations for battery disposal.
• Use only the specified AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the adapter
unit. An inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or
electric shock.
• Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage cir-
cuit inside the product is touched.
• Immediately remove the batteries 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
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resulting in injury. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries
or fire.
• 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.
• Do not use this product in a humid environment, or operate this product with wet hands.
If liquid enters the product, immediately remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter
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 the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or
paint thinner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thin-
ner to clean the product. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause an
explosion or fire.
• When unplugging the AC adapter, 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 cord. A
damaged cord may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.
• If the product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately
remove the batteries taking care not to burn yourself, as batteries 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.
• Handling the cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the
State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Please
wash hands after handling.
CAUTION
• Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove com-
partment or trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may result in
burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.
• If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.
• The lens retracts when the camera is turned off or the auto-power-off function is acti-
vated. Touching the lens barrel while it is retracting may cause injury.
• The camera temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be taken to
avoid burns.
• Burns may result if the memory card or batteries are removed immediately after extend-
ed 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, insert the plug securely into the electrical outlet.
• Do not use if the AC adapter cord is damaged.
• Do not cover the AC adapter. A fire may result.
• Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter; this can hinder the unplugging of the unit in
emergencies.
• Unplug the AC adapter when cleaning or when the product is not in use.
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
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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. 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.....................................................................................................................................10
Getting up and running.........................................................................................................................12
Installing batteries....................................................................................................................12
Attaching the hand strap .........................................................................................................13
About Ni-MH batteries .............................................................................................................13
AC adapter (sold separately)...................................................................................................14
Installing and removing a memory card ..................................................................................15
About memory cards ...............................................................................................................16
Turning power on.....................................................................................................................17
Battery-condition indicator .......................................................................................................18
Auto power save......................................................................................................................18
Setting the language................................................................................................................19
Reformatting a memory card...................................................................................................20
Setting the clock ......................................................................................................................21
Recording mode ...................................................................................................................................22
Setting the camera to record images ......................................................................................22
Handling the camera ...............................................................................................................23
Using the zoom lens................................................................................................................24
Single-frame advance recording mode ...................................................................................26
LCD monitor display ...................................................................................................27
Focus lock...................................................................................................................28
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Special focusing situations .........................................................................................29
Focus modes ..............................................................................................................30
Flash modes ...............................................................................................................31
Flash range.................................................................................................................32
Flash signals...............................................................................................................32
Camera-shake warning...............................................................................................32
Continuous advance recording mode......................................................................................33
Movie recording mode .............................................................................................................34
Navigating the recording menu ...............................................................................................35
Single-frame advance recording menu.......................................................................36
Continuous advance recording menu.........................................................................38
Movie recording menu ................................................................................................39
Scene selection ..........................................................................................................40
Resolution and compression rate setting ...................................................................42
Self-timer.....................................................................................................................44
White balance .............................................................................................................45
Exposure compensation .............................................................................................46
Continuous advance recording method......................................................................48
Instant playback.......................................................................................................................49
Playback mode.....................................................................................................................................50
Setting the camera to playback mode.....................................................................................50
Basic playback operation.........................................................................................................51
Index playback.........................................................................................................................52
Enlarged playback ...................................................................................................................53
Navigating the playback menu ................................................................................................54
Protecting image files .................................................................................................56
Erasing image files .....................................................................................................57
E-mail copy .................................................................................................................58
Rotating an image.......................................................................................................59
About DPOF ...............................................................................................................60
Creating a DPOF print order.......................................................................................60
Slide show ..................................................................................................................62
Copying images ..........................................................................................................63
Setup mode........... ...............................................................................................................................64
Navigating the setup menu......................................................................................................64
Setting the clock ......................................................................................................................66
Operation beeps ......................................................................................................................66
Help display .............................................................................................................................66
Language.................................................................................................................................67
TV system................................................................................................................................67
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Reformatting a memory card...................................................................................................67
Auto power save......................................................................................................................67
File number reset.....................................................................................................................68
LCD brightness........................................................................................................................68
Reset settings..........................................................................................................................68
Viewing images on a television ...............................................................................................69
Data-transfer.........................................................................................................................................70
System requirements...............................................................................................................70
Connecting the camera to a computer ....................................................................................71
Connecting to Windows 98 and 98SE.....................................................................................73
Automatic installation..................................................................................................73
Manual installation ......................................................................................................74
QuickTime system requirements .............................................................................................76
Memory card folder organization.............................................................................................77
Disconnecting the camera from a computer ...........................................................................79
Windows 98 and 98SE ...............................................................................................79
Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP ..................................................................79
Macintosh....................................................................................................................80
Changing the memory card with connecting to a computer....................................................81
Appendix............ ..................................................................................................................................82
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................82
Viewfinder indicator lamps.......................................................................................................85
Removing the driver software - Windows................................................................................86
Care and storage.....................................................................................................................87
Technical specifications ...........................................................................................................90
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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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. 87).
Shutter-release button
Main switch
Self-timer lamp (p. 44)
Viewfinder window*
Flash (p. 31)
Mode switch
Recording mode (p. 22)
Viewfinder recording mode (p. 22)
Playback / Data transfer mode (p. 50,
69)
Zoom lever (p. 24, 52)
Strap eyelet (p. 13)
Viewfinder*
Indicator lamp (p. 85)
LCD monitor*
Menu button
Lens*
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NAMES OF PARTS
Flash-mode / DPOF
button (p. 31, 61)
Tripod socket
DC terminal
(p. 14)
USB-port / Video-out
terminal (p. 69, 71)
Controller
Battery / Card chamber door (p. 12, 15)
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GETTING UP AND RUNNING
INSTALLING BATTERIES
This digital camera uses two AA-size alkaline or Ni-MH batteries or one CR-V3 lithium
battery. Do not use other types of AA-size batteries. When using Ni-MH batteries, fully
recharge them with a battery charger suitable for complex electronic equipment. Before
using the batteries, read the safety warnings on page 3 of this manual.
When replacing the batteries, the camera should be turned off.
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Open the battery-chamber door on the bottom of the
camera by sliding the door toward the side of the
camera (1) to release the safety catch; the door can
then be opened (2).
Insert the batteries as shown (3). Never force the
batteries.
Close the battery-chamber door (4) and slide it toward
the body (5) to engage the safety catch.
Camera Notes
The camera will reset if the batteries are removed for an
extended period. An internal battery protects the clock,
calendar, and camera settings for about 7 days if the
camera is used for at least two days before the batteries
are removed.
ATTACHING THE HAND STRAP
Always keep the strap around your
wrist in the event that the camera is
accidentally dropped.
Pass the small loop of the hand strap
through the strap eyelet
on the camera body (1).
Pass the other end of
the strap through the
small loop and tighten
(2).
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About Ni-MH batteries
When using Ni-MH batteries, clean both battery terminals with dry cloth to wipe off any dirt or
residue. Because of the sophisticated computer system, the camera critically monitor power lev-
els. If the battery terminals are dirty, the camera may give a false battery-condition warning. If bat-
tery performance is unusually low, wipe the battery terminals with a clean, dry cloth.
Ni-MH battery performance will decrease if the batteries are often recharged before they have
been fully discharged. Completely exhaust the Ni-MH batteries using the camera before charg-
ing.
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AC ADAPTER (SOLD SEPARATELY)
INSTALLING AND REMOVING A MEMORY CARD
Always turn off the camera before changing between power supplies.
The AC adapter AC-7 or AC-7E allows the camera to be powered from a household
outlet. The AC adapter is recommended when the camera is interfaced with a computer
or during periods of heavy use. AC adapter model AC-7 is for use in North America and
Taiwan, and AC-7E is for use in all other areas. The batteries cannot be charged using
the AC adapter.
Insert the mini plug of the AC adapter into the DC terminal (1).
Insert the AC adapter plug into an electrical outlet.
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Always turn off the camera and confirm that the orange indicator lamp is not
lit before changing the memory card, otherwise the card may be damaged,
and data lost.
Every memory card including the supplied card must be reformatted with
this camera model before use (p. 20).
An SD (Secure Digital) Memory card or MultiMediaCard must be inserted for the camera
to operate.
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Open the battery-chamber door (1).
Insert the memory card all the way into the card slot and
then release (2). The card should catch in the slot.
Insert the card so the face is toward the front of the
camera. Always push the card in straight, never at an
angle. Never force the card. If the card does not fit, check
that it is orientated correctly.
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To eject a memory card, press the card into the slot and
release (3). The card can now be pulled out.
Close the battery-chamber door and slide it toward the
body to engage the safety catch (4).
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