Casio QV-R61 Bedienungsanleitung

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    E Digital Camera QV-R61 User’s Guide K867PCM1DKX Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User ’s Guide. • Keep the User ’s Guide in a safe place for future reference. • For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the CASIO Website at http://world[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 2 INTRODUCTION Unpacking Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible. Camera 2 AA-size Rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride Batteries (HR-3U <Rated Capacitance 2100 mAh>) Charger Unit (BC-5H) * The shape of the AC power cord plug[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 3 Contents 2 INTRODUCTION Unpacking .................................................................... 2 Features ....................................................................... 9 Precautions ................................................................ 12 General Precautions 12 Data Error Precautions 19 Operating conditio[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 4 53 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording an Image ................................................... 53 Specifying the Recording Mode 53 Aiming the Camera 54 Recording an Image 55 Recording Precautions 57 About Auto F ocus 58 About the REC Mode Monitor Screen 59 Using the Optical Viewfinder ...................................... 59 Using [...]

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    INTRODUCTION 5 Specifying Power On Default Settings 107 Resetting the Camera 109 11 0 PLA YBACK Basic Playback Operation ......................................... 11 0 Zooming the Display Image ...................................... 1 1 1 Resizing an Image .................................................... 112 Cropping an Image ..................[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 6 Using World Time ..................................................... 140 T o display the World Time screen 140 T o configure W orld Time settings 140 T o configure summer time (DST) settings 141 Changing the Display Language ............................. 142 Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 143 Configuri[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 7 177 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Using the Album F eature ......................................... 177 Creating an album 177 Selecting an Album La yout 179 Configuring Detailed Album Settings 179 Viewing Alb um Files 182 Saving an Album 184 T o delete an album 185 Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 185 About[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 8 IMPORTANT! • The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this manual. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of the QV-[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 9 ■ Copyright Restrictions Except for the purpose of your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized copying of snapshot files and movie files violates copyright laws and international contracts. Distribution to third parties of such files over the Internet without permission of the copyright holder, whether for profit or for free, violate[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 10 • Business Shot (page 93) Business Shot automatically corrects rectangular shapes when recording the image of a business card, document, whiteboard, or similar subjects from an angle. • Coupling Shot and Pre-shot (pages 89, 91) Coupling Shot lets you combine two subjects into a single image, while Pre-shot lets you add a subject[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 11 • DCF Data Storage (page 174) DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage protocol provides image compatibility between the digital camera and printers. • Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 153) Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used when specif[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 12 Precautions General Precautions Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the QV-R61. All references in this manual to “ camera ” refer to the CASIO QV-R61 Digital Camera. ■ Test for proper operation before using the camera! • Before using the camera to record important images, make sure you first[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 13 ■ 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 crea[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 14 ■ 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, n[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 15 ■ 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 expose[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 16 ■ Alkaline Batteries • Should liquid from an alkaline battery ever get into your eyes, take the following steps. 1. Immediately rinse your eyes with clean water. Do not rub! 2. See a physician as soon as possible. Failure to clean alkaline battery fluid from the eyes creates the risk of loss of sight. ■ Rechargeable Batteries [...]

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    INTRODUCTION 17 • If the batteries do not achieve full charge after the normal charging time has passed, stop charging. Continued charging creates the risk of 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 [...]

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    INTRODUCTION 18 ■ AC Adaptor (Option) • Misuse of the optional AC adaptor creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Make sure you observe the following precautions when using the AC adaptor. — Use only the optional AC adaptor specified for this camera. — Use a 100 to 240V AC (50/60Hz) wall outlet as a power source. — Never plug the pow[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 19 ■ Battery Life • The battery lives noted in the User ’ s Guide are approximate values until power fails, based on use of batteries of recommended brands at temperature 23 ° C (73 ° F), and do not guarantee you will be able to achieve operation for the life noted. Actual battery life is greatly affected by the battery brand, [...]

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    INTRODUCTION 20 Operating conditions • This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from 0 ° C to 40 ° C (32 ° F to 104 ° F). • Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas. — In areas subject to direct sunlight — In areas subject to high humidity or dust — Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to t[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 21 Lens • Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction. • Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles from the lens surface by usi[...]

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    QUICK START GUIDE 22 QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the batteries! 2. Load the batteries into the camera. (page 39). • Note that you can also power the camera using commercially available AA-size lithium batteries and AA-size alkaline batteries. 1. Charge the rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries (HR-3U) that come with the camera (page 34)[...]

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    QUICK START GUIDE 23 1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Use [  ], [  ], [  ], and [  ] to select the language you want. 3. Press [SET] to register the language setting. 4. Use [  ], [  ], [  ], and [  ] to select the geographical area you want, and then press [SET]. 5. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the c[...]

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    QUICK START GUIDE 24 1. Press [ ] (REC). 2. Press [MENU]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the “REC” tab. 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “REC Mode”, and then press [  ]. 5. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Snapshot”, and then press [SET]. • This causes “ ” (Snapshot Mode) to appear on the monitor screen. 6. Point t[...]

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    QUICK START GUIDE 25 1. Press [ ] (PLAY). 2. Press [  ] ( ). 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to display the image you want to delete. 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Delete ” . • To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select “ Cancel ” . 5. Press [SET] to delete the image. To delete an image (See page 124 for d[...]

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    GETTING READY 26 GETTING READY This section contains information about things you need to know about and do before trying to use the camera. About This Manual This section contains information about the conventions used in this manual. ■ Terminology The following table defines the terminology used in this manual. ■ Button Operations Button oper[...]

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    GETTING READY 27 General Guide The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera. ■ Front ■ Back 7 5 8 6 1 2 3 4 1 Shutter button 2 Power button 3 Flash 4 Viewfinder 5 Terminal cover 6 Self-timer lamp 7 Lens 8 [USB] port I B 9 : A C D E K J H G F 9 Viewfinder 0 Operation lamp A [ ] (PLAY mode) B [ ] [...]

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    GETTING READY 28 ■ Bottom M L L Battery compartment cover M Tripod screw hole • Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. O N N Memory card slot O Battery compartment[...]

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    GETTING READY 29 2 Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera ’ s status. • Note that the example screens in this chapter are for illustrative purposes only. They do not exactly match the screen contents actually produced on the camera. REC mode 1 Flash mode indicator (page 63[...]

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    GETTING READY 30 1 Digital zoom indicator (page 62) 2 Shutter speed value (page 56) • An out of range aperture or shutter speed causes the corresponding monitor screen value to turn amber. 3 Aperture value (page 56) 4 ISO sensitivity (page 100) 5 Zoom indicator (page 62) • Left side indicates optical zoom. • Right side indicates digital zoom.[...]

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    GETTING READY 31 PLAY mode 1 PLAY mode file type Snapshot Movie 2 Image protection indicator (page 127) 3 Folder number/File number (page 126) Example : When a file named CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a folder named 100CASIO 100-0023 Folder name File name 4 Image size (page 70) 2816 × 2112 pixels 2816 × 1872 (3:2)pixels 2048 × 1536 pixels 1600 × 12[...]

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    GETTING READY 32 Indicators on (page 29) Histogram on (page 29) Indicators off Monitor screen off Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of [DISP] changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below. ■ REC mode IMPORTANT! • You cannot turn off the monitor screen in the following cases: In the PLAY mode, in the BESTSHOT mod[...]

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    GETTING READY 33 Indicator Lamps You can find out the operational status of the camera at a glance by checking the color of the indicator lamps, and whether a lamp is lit or flashing. For details, see “ Indicator Lamp Reference ” on page 196. Green operation lamp Self-timer lamp Red operation lamp Attaching the Strap Attach the strap to the str[...]

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    GETTING READY 34 Power Requirements Your camera features a two-way power supply that lets you use either AA-size batteries or household AC current. A set of AA-size rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries is supplied with the camera. The other items listed below are available separately. ■ Batteries • Two AA-size rechargeable nickel-metal h[...]

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    GETTING READY 35 ■ To charge the batteries 1. Positioning the positive and negative terminals of each battery as shown in the illustration, attach the batteries to the charger unit. 2. Plug the charger unit into a household power outlet. • This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to light. • Charging will take about four hours. * Actual charging tim[...]

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    GETTING READY 36 3. The [CHARGE] lamp will go out when charging is complete. 4. After charging is complete, unplug the charger unit from the power outlet, and remove the batteries from it. • Always unplug the charger unit from the power outlet and remove the batteries whenever you are not using it for charging. IMPORTANT! • If the [CHARGE] lamp[...]

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    GETTING READY 37 • Though the actual service life of the batteries depends on the environment under which they are used, you can expect to be able to recharge them about 500 times before they need replacement. • Charging the batteries may cause interference with TV and radio reception. If this happens, plug the charger into an outlet that is fu[...]

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    GETTING READY 38 ■ Battery Precautions Precautions During Use • Charge the batteries in a location where the temperature is in the range of 10 ° C to 35 ° C (50 ° F to 95 ° F). Charging outside this temperature range can cause charging to take longer than normal or even cause charging to fail. • Very limited operation following a full cha[...]

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    GETTING READY 39 To load batteries 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Slide the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow and then swing it open. 3. Load batteries as shown in the illustration. 4. While pressing down at the point indicated by the arrow in the illustration, slide the battery compatment cov[...]

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    GETTING READY 40 Rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries 280 shots (140minutes) 900 shots (150 minutes) 260 minutes Alkaline batteries 50 shots (25 minutes) 245 shots (40 minutes) 150 minutes ■ Low Battery Indicator The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on the monitor screen changes as battery power is used. The indicator mea[...]

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    GETTING READY 41 * 1 Number of Shots (CIPA Standard) • Temperature: 23 ° C (73 ° F) • Monitor Screen: On • Zoom operation between full wide to full telephoto every 30 seconds, during which two images are recorded, one image with flash; power turned off and back on every time 10 images are recorded. * 2 Continuous Recording Conditions • Te[...]

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    GETTING READY 42 ■ Battery Handling Precautions Misuse of batteries can cause them to leak or explode, which damages and corrodes the area around the batteries and creates the risk of fire and personal injury. Make sure you observe the following precautions when using batteries. • When loading batteries, make sure their positive (+) and negativ[...]

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    GETTING READY 43 Using AC Power You need to purchase the optionally available AC adaptor (AD-C30) in order to be able to power the camera using AC power. 1. Connect the AC power cord to the AC adaptor. 2. Open the camera ’ s terminal cover and connect the AC adaptor to the port marked [DC IN 3V]. 3. Plug the AC power cord into an electrical outle[...]

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    GETTING READY 44 ■ AC Adaptor Precautions • Be sure to turn off power before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor. • Always turn camera power off before disconnecting the AC adaptor, even if the camera has batteries installed. If you don ’ t, the camera will turn off automatically when you disconnect the AC adaptor. You also run the r[...]

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    GETTING READY 45 NOTE • Pressing [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera enters the REC mode, while pressing [ ] (PLAY) enters the PLAY mode. • Pressing [ ] (PLAY) while in the REC mode switches to the PLAY mode. The lens retracts about 10 seconds after switching modes. IMPORTANT! • If camera power is turned off by the Auto Power Off feature, press t[...]

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    GETTING READY 46 Configuring Power Saving Settings You can configure the settings described below to conserve battery power. Sleep : Automatically turns off the monitor screen if no operation is performed for a specified amount of time in the REC mode. Performing any button operation causes the monitor screen to turn back on. Auto Power Off : Turns[...]

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    GETTING READY 47 Using the On-screen Menus Pressing [MENU] displays menus on the monitor screen that you can use to perform various operations. The menu that appears depends on whether you are in the REC mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example menu procedure in the REC mode. 1. Press the power button or [ ] (REC). • If you want to e[...]

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    GETTING READY 48 ● Menu Screen Operations When you want to do this: Move between tabs Move from the tab to the settings Move from the settings to the tab Move between the settings Display the options available for a setting Select an option Apply the setting and exit the menu screen Apply the setting and return to tab selection Exit the menu scre[...]

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    GETTING READY 49 To do this: Apply the setting and exit the menu screen. Apply the setting and return to feature selection in step 4. Apply the setting and return to tab selection in step 3. Perform this key operation: Press [SET]. Press [  ]. 1. Press [  ]. 2. Use [  ] to move back up to tab selection. 6. Perform one of the following oper[...]

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    GETTING READY 50 IMPORTANT! • Recording images without configuring the clock settings causes incorrect time information to be stored with image data. Be sure to configure the clock settings before using the camera. • A built-in backup battery retains the date and time settings for about two days if the camera is not supplied with power. The dat[...]

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    GETTING READY 51 3. Use [  ], [  ], [  ], and [  ] to select the geographical area where you live, and then press [SET]. 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the name of the city where you live, and then press [SET]. 5. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the summer time (DST) setting you want, and then press [SET]. When you want to do th[...]

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    GETTING READY 52 8. Press [SET] to register the settings and exit the setting screen. To do this: Change the setting at the current cursor location Move the cursor between settings Toggle between 12-hour and 24- hour timekeeping Do this: Press [  ] and [  ]. Press [  ] and [  ]. Press [DISP]. 7. Set the current date and the time. 6. Use[...]

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    53 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING BASIC IMAGE RECORDING This section describes the basic procedure for recording an image. Recording an Image Specifying the Recording Mode Your CASIO digital camera has three recording modes, each of which is described below. Before recording an image, use the procedure below to select the applicable recording mode. • (Sna[...]

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    54 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • Horizontal Hold the camera still in both hands, with your arms firmly against your sides. • Vertical When holding the camera vertically, make sure that the flash is above the lens. Hold the camera still with both hands. IMPORTANT! • Make sure your fingers and the strap do not block the flash or lens. Flash Lens NOTE[...]

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    55 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • This causes an image or a message to appear on the monitor screen. • This enters the REC mode for image recording. • If the camera is in the PLAY mode when it turns on, the message “ There are no files ” will appear if you do not have any images stored in memory yet. In addition, the icon will be visible at the [...]

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    56 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 4. Press the shutter button half way to focus the image. • When you press the shutter button half way, the camera ’ s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image, and displays the shutter speed and aperture values. • You can tell whether the image is focused by observing the focus frame and the green operation [...]

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    57 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 5. After making sure that the image is focused properly, press the shutter button the rest of the way down to record. • The number of images that can be stored in memory depends on the resolution setting you are using (pages 70, 71, 206). Shutter button Recording Precautions • Never open the battery compartment cover wh[...]

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    58 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • When recording a dimly lit subject while “ Auto ” is selected for the ISO sensitivity setting (page 100), the camera increases sensitivity and uses a slower shutter speed. Because of this, you need to guard against camera movement if you have flash turned off (page 63). • Bright light shining on the lens can cause[...]

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    59 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING About the REC Mode Monitor Screen • The image shown on the monitor screen in the REC mode is a simplified image for composing purposes. The actual image is recorded in accordance with the image quality setting currently selected on your camera. The image saved in file memory has much better resolution and detail than the [...]

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    60 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using Zoom Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical zoom and digital zoom. Optical Zoom The range of the optical zoom factor is shown below. Optical Zoom Factor Range: 1X to 3X 1. In the REC mode, slide the zoom controller left or right to change the zoom factor. Slide the zoom controller in this direction: ([...]

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    61 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Zoom out Zoom in 2. Record the image. NOTE • The optical zoom factor also affects the lens aperture. • Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against hand movement when using the telephoto setting (zoom in). • Optical zoom is disabled during movie recording, but digital zoom is enabled. Make sure you select the opt[...]

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    62 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Digital Zoom Digital zoom is activated after you reach the maximum optical zoom factor (3X). It enlarges the part of the image at the center of the image screen. The range of the digital zoom factor is shown below. Digital Zoom Factor Range: 3X to 12X (in combination with optical zoom) 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. U[...]

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    63 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! • Digital zoom is disabled whenever the monitor screen is turned off (page 32). • When you perform a digital zoom operation, the camera manipulates the image data to enlarge the center of the image. Unlike optical zoom, an image enlarged with digital zoom appears coarser than the original. Using the Flash Per[...]

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    64 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To do this: Have the flash fire automatically when required (Auto Flash) Turn off the flash (Flash Off) Always fire the flash (Flash On) Fire a pre-flash followed by image recording with flash, reducing the chance of red-eye in the image (Red- eye reduction) In this case, the flash fires automatically when required Select t[...]

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    65 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Flash Unit Status You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing the shutter button half way and checking the monitor screen and red operation lamp. * Red operation lamp It means this: Flash unit is charging Flash unit is ready to fire When the red operation lamp is this: Flashing Lit Red operation lamp * The in[...]

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    66 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using Flash Assist Recording a subject that is outside the flash range can cause the subject to appear dark in the resulting image, because not enough of the flash reaches the subject. When this happens, you can use flash assist to correct the brightness of the recorded subject, so it appears as if the flash illumination wa[...]

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    67 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Flash Precautions • Take care that your fingers do not block the flash when you hold the camera. Covering the flash with your finger can greatly reduce its effectiveness. • You may not be able to achieve the desired results using a flash if the subject is too close or too far away. • The flash takes anywhere from a fe[...]

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    68 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Self-timer The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10- second delay of the shutter release after you press the shutter button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record three images. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Use [  ] and [  ] to sel[...]

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    69 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 5. Record the image. • When you press the shutter button, the self- timer lamp flashes as the countdown progresses, and then the shutter releases after the self-timer reaches the end of its countdown. • You can interrupt an ongoing self-timer countdown by pressing the shutter button while the self-timer lamp is flashing[...]

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    70 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Specifying Image Size “ Image size ” is the size of the image, expressed as the number of vertical and horizontal pixels. A “ pixel ” is one of the many tiny dots that make up the image. More pixels provide finer detail when an image is printed, but a higher pixel count also causes the image ’ s file size of to be[...]

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    71 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Specifying Image Quality Compressing an image before storage can cause a deterioration of its quality. The more an image is compressed, the greater the loss of quality. The image quality setting specifies the compression ratio to be used when an image is stored in memory. You can select an image quality setting to suit your[...]

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    72 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS This section describes other powerful features and functions that are available for recording. Selecting the Focus Mode You can select one of four different focus modes: Auto Focus, Macro, Infinity, and Manual. 1. In the REC mode, press [  ] ( ). • Each press of [  ] ( ) cycles thorough[...]

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    73 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS When you see this: Green focus frame Green operation lamp Red focus frame Flashing green operation lamp It means this: The image is focused. The image is not focused. 3. Press the shutter button the rest of the way to record the image. NOTE • When proper focusing is not possible because the subject is closer than the [...]

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    74 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS ■ Specifying the Auto Focus Area You can use the following procedure to change the Auto Focus area used in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro mode. Note that the configuration of the focus frame changes in accordance with the Auto Focus area you select. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “ REC ” tab, selec[...]

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    75 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Macro Mode The Macro mode lets you focus on close up subjects automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when you press the shutter button down half way. The following are the approximate focus ranges in the Macro mode. Ranges: 10cm to 70cm (3.9 ˝ to 27.6 ˝ ) at wide angle 60cm to 70cm (23.6 ˝ to 2[...]

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    76 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Infinity Mode Use this mode when recording scenery and other faraway images. 1. Keep pressing [  ] ( ) until the focus mode indicator shows “ ” . 2. Record the image. 1. Keep pressing [  ] ( ) until the focus mode indicator shows “ ” . • At this point, a boundary also appears on the display, in[...]

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    77 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • Pressing [  ] or [  ] causes the area inside of the boundary displayed in step 1 to fill the monitor screen momentarily to aid in focus. The normal image reappears a short while later. 3. Record the image. IMPORTANT! • In the Manual Focus mode, the [  ] and [  ] keys adjust focus, even if you used key [...]

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    78 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Focus Lock Focus lock is a technique you can use to focus on a subject that is not located within the focus frame when you record an image. You can use focus lock in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro mode ( ). 1. Using the monitor screen, compose the image so the main subject is within the focus frame, and then pr[...]

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    79 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) Exposure compensation lets you change the exposure setting (EV value) manually to adjust for the lighting of your subject. This feature helps to achieve better results when recording a backlit subject, a strongly lit subject indoors, or a subject that is against a dark background. EV Shi[...]

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    80 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes 0.0. 4. Record the image. IMPORTANT! • When shooting under very dark or very bright conditions, you may not be able to obtain satisfactory results even after performing exposure compensation. NOTE • Performing an EV shift operation while using multi- pattern [...]

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    81 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. When shooting under these conditions: Normal conditions Outdoor daylight on a clear day Outdoor daylight on an overcast or rainy day, in the shade of a tree, etc. In the shade of a building or any other area where the color temperature is h[...]

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    82 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually Certain complex light sources or other environmental conditions can make it impossible to obtain good results when “ Auto ” or one of the fixed light source settings is selected for white balance. Manual white balance lets you configure the camera for a particular light[...]

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    83 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • After you adjust white balance manually, the setting remains in effect until you change it or until you turn off the camera. Using the High-speed Continuous Shutter Mode You can configure the camera to record only a single snapshot each time the shutter button is pressed, or to keep recording as long as the shu[...]

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    84 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Nothing is displayed on the monitor screen while recording is in progress. • Recording pauses and the message “ Busy.... Please wait... ” appears on the monitor screen after three images are recorded. • The flash is disabled while the high-speed continuous shutter mode is turned on. • You cannot[...]

  • Seite 85

    85 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Scene Number Scene Name 20 21 22 23 Retro Twilight Business card and documents (page 93) White board, etc. (page 93) Register User Scene (page 87) 1 . Enter the REC Mode, and select “ BESTSHOT ” as the recording mode (page 53). • This enters the BESTSHOT Mode and displays a sample scene. • You can use the key cu[...]

  • Seite 86

    86 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • BESTSHOT scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only. • Images recorded using a BESTSHOT scene may not produce the results you expected due to shooting conditions and other factors. • After selecting a BESTSHOT scene, you can change to a different one by pressing [SET[...]

  • Seite 87

    87 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an image you recorded for later recall when you need it again. Recalling a setup you save automatically sets up the camera accordingly. 1. Enter the REC Mode, and select “ BESTSHOT ” as the recording mode (page 53). • This enters[...]

  • Seite 88

    88 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Setups that you register as BESTSHOT sample scenes are located after the built-in sample scenes. • Note that formatting the built-in memory (page 145) deletes all BESTSHOT user setups. NOTE • The following are the settings that are included in a BESTSHOT user setup: focus mode, EV shift value, filter,[...]

  • Seite 89

    89 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image (Coupling Shot) The Coupling Shot mode lets you record images of two people and combine them into a single image. This makes it possible for you to include yourself in group images, even when there is no one else around to record the image for you. Coupling Shot is avail[...]

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    90 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 4. Press the shutter button to record the left side of the image. • The focus, exposure, white balance, zoom, and flash settings are fixed for this type of image. 5. Next, align the focus frame with the subject you want in the right side of the image, taking care to align the actual background with the semi-transparen[...]

  • Seite 91

    91 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background Image (Pre-shot) Pre-shot helps you get the background you want, even if you need to ask someone else to record the image for you. Basically, Pre-shot is a two-step process. 1. You compose the background you want and press the shutter button, which causes a semi-transparen[...]

  • Seite 92

    92 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 1. Enter the REC Mode, and select “ BESTSHOT ” as the recording mode (page 53). 2. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Pre-shot ” , and then press [SET]. 3. Compose the background you want on the monitor screen, and then press the shutter button to temporarily record it as a reference image. • This operation c[...]

  • Seite 93

    93 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) Recording a business card, document, white board, or similarly shaped object from an angle can cause the subject to appear misshaped in the resulting image. Business Shot automatically corrects the shape of rectangular objects to make them appear like the [...]

  • Seite 94

    94 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Before recording, compose the image so outline of the item you want to record fits entirely within the monitor screen. The camera will not be able to detect the shape of the subject correctly unless it is enclosed entirely within the monitor screen. • The camera also will be unable to detect the shape o[...]

  • Seite 95

    95 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the candidate you want to correct. 5. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Correct ” , and then press [SET]. • Selecting “ Cancel ” in place of “ Correct ” stores the original image as-is, without correcting it. IMPORTANT! • The maximum Business Shot image size is 1600[...]

  • Seite 96

    96 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 1. Enter the REC Mode, and select “ Movie ” as the recording mode (page 53). • This enters the Movie Mode and causes “ ” to appear on the monitor screen. • You can use the key customization feature (page 106) to configure the camera to enter the Movie Mode whenever you press [  ] or [  ] while in the R[...]

  • Seite 97

    97 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Histogram You can use [DISP] to display a histogram on the monitor screen. The histogram lets you check exposure conditions as you record images (page 32). You can also display the histogram of a recorded image in the PLAY mode. Histogram • A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in [...]

  • Seite 98

    98 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • When the histogram is too far to the left, it means that there are too many dark pixels. This type of histogram 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. • When the histogram is too far to the right, it means that [...]

  • Seite 99

    99 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Note that the above histograms are shown for illustrative purposes only. You may not be able to achieve exactly the same shapes for particular subjects. • A centered histogram does not necessarily guarantee optimum exposure. The recorded image may be over-exposed or under-exposed, even though its histog[...]

  • Seite 100

    100 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying ISO Sensitivity You can change the ISO sensitivity setting for better images in places where lighting is dim or when you are using faster shutter speeds. • ISO sensitivity is expressed in terms of values that originally indicated the sensitivity to light for photographic film. A larger value indicates high[...]

  • Seite 101

    101 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Metering Mode Use the following procedure to specify multi-pattern metering, spot metering, or center-weighted metering as the metering mode. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ REC ” tab, select “ Metering ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the setting [...]

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    102 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Filter Function The camera ’ s filter function lets you alter the tint of an image when you record it. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ REC ” tab, select “ Filter ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. • Availab[...]

  • Seite 103

    103 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Outline Sharpness Use the following procedure to control the sharpness of image outlines. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ REC ” tab, select “ Sharpness ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. To get this: High shar[...]

  • Seite 104

    104 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Contrast Use this procedure to adjust the relative difference between the light areas and dark areas of the image you are recording. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ REC ” tab, select “ Contrast ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the setting you want, an[...]

  • Seite 105

    105 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS To do this: Display images on the monitor screen for about one second immediately after they are recorded Do not display images immediately after they are recorded Select this setting: On Off Turning Image Review On and Off Image review displays the images you record on the monitor screen as soon as you record them. Us[...]

  • Seite 106

    106 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Selecting one of the following settings causes the icon and its Icon Help text to appear momentarily on the monitor screen. The icon and text disappear after a short while. — Flash mode (Auto) icon (page 63) — Focus mode (Auto Focus) icon (page 72) — White balance AW B (Auto) icon (page 80) Assigni[...]

  • Seite 107

    107 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS When you want to assign this function to [  ] and [  ] keys: Recording mode • [  ] and [  ] cycle through recording modes: Snapshot, BESTSHOT, Movie (page 53). EV shift • [  ] decreases compensation, [  ] increases compensation (page 79). White balance setting • [  ] and [  ] cycle through[...]

  • Seite 108

    108 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Function REC Mode Flash Focus White Balance ISO AF Area Metering Self-timer Flash Intensity Digital Zoom MF Position Zoom Position * On Setting when camera is turned off Off Snapshot Auto Auto Auto Auto Spot Multi Off 0 On Last Auto Focus position that was in effect before you switched to manual focus (Wide Angle) * On[...]

  • Seite 109

    109 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Resetting the Camera Use the following procedure to reset all of the camera ’ s settings to their initial defaults as shown under “ Menu Reference ” on page 194. 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ Reset ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [[...]

  • Seite 110

    110 PLAYBACK PLAYBACK You can use the camera ’ s built-in monitor screen to view images after you record them. Basic Playback Operation Use the following procedure to scroll through files stored in the camera ’ s memory. 1. Press [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera. • This enters the PLAY mode and causes an image or a message to appear on the mo[...]

  • Seite 111

    111 PLAYBACK Zooming the Display Image Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen up to four times its normal size. 1. In the PLAY mode, use [  ] and [  ] to display the image you want. 2. Slide the zoom controller towards to enlarge the image. • This displays an indicator that shows the current zoom f[...]

  • Seite 112

    112 PLAYBACK To do this: Resize to 1600 × 1200 pixels (UXGA) Resize to 1280 × 960 pixels (SXGA) Resize to 640 × 480 pixels (VGA) Cancel the resizing operation Select this: 1600 × 1200 1280 × 960 640 × 480 Cancel Resizing an Image You can use the following procedure to change an image to one of the three sizes. 1600 × 1200-pixel UXGA size 128[...]

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    113 PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Resizing an image creates a new file that contains the image in the size you select. The file with the original image also remains in memory. • Images smaller than 640 × 480 pixels cannot be resized. • An image recorded using the 2816 × 1872 (3:2) pixel size cannot be resized. • A Movie mode image cannot be resiz[...]

  • Seite 114

    114 PLAYBACK 4. Use the zoom controller to make the cropping boundary larger or smaller. • The size of the cropping boundary depends on the size of the image on the display. 5. Use [  ], [  ], [  ], and [  ] to move the cropping boundary up, down, left, or right until the area of the image you want to extract is within the boundary. 6[...]

  • Seite 115

    115 PLAYBACK Playing a Movie Use the following procedure to play back a movie that was recorded in the Movie mode. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [  ] and [  ] to scroll through images until the movie you want to play is displayed. 2. Press [SET]. • This starts playback of the movie. IMPORTANT! • You cannot repeat play a movie. To play a movi[...]

  • Seite 116

    116 PLAYBACK Displaying the 9-image View The following procedure displays nine images on the monitor screen at the same time. 1. In the PLAY mode, slide the zoom controller towards ( ) briefly, and then release it. • This displays the 9-image screen with the image that was on the monitor screen in step 2 in the center, with a selection boundary a[...]

  • Seite 117

    117 PLAYBACK Displaying the Calendar Screen Use the following procedure to display a 1-month calendar. Each day shows the first image recorded on that day, which makes it easy to find the image you want. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [  ] ( ). 2. Use [  ], [  ], [  ], and [  ] to move the date selection cursor. • Use the procedure und[...]

  • Seite 118

    118 PLAYBACK • Pressing [  ] while the date selection cursor is located anywhere in the top line of the calendar causes the previous month to appear. • Pressing [  ] while the date selection cursor is located anywhere in the bottom line of the calendar causes the next month to appear. • To exit the calendar screen, press [MENU] or [DISP[...]

  • Seite 119

    119 PLAYBACK • To exit the slideshow setting screen and cancel the slideshow, use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Cancel ” and then press [SET]. 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Start ” , and then press [SET]. • This starts the slideshow. 5. To stop the slideshow, press [SET]. • The slideshow will also stop automatically after t[...]

  • Seite 120

    120 PLAYBACK To specify the slideshow images 1. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Images ” , and then press [  ]. 2. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Start ” , and then press [SET]. • This starts the slideshow. To do this: Include all files in file me[...]

  • Seite 121

    121 PLAYBACK To specify the slideshow time 1. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Time ” . 2. Use [  ] and [  ] to specify the time setting you want, and then press [SET]. • You can specify a time in the range of 1 to 60 minutes. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Start ” , and then press [SET]. • This starts the slideshow. To[...]

  • Seite 122

    122 PLAYBACK Rotating the Display Image Use the following procedure to rotate the image 90 degrees and register the rotation information along with the image. After you do this, the image is always displayed in its rotated orientation. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Rotation ” , and then press [  [...]

  • Seite 123

    123 PLAYBACK Using Image Roulette Image Roulette cycles images like a slot machine on the display, before stopping at one of them. When you start an Image Roulette operation, images scroll randomly on the screen. At first, images scroll at high speed. Then the scrolling gradually slows down until a single image is stopped on the screen. The image t[...]

  • Seite 124

    DELETING FILES 124 DELETING FILES You can delete a single file, or you can delete all files currently in memory. IMPORTANT! • Note that file deletion cannot be undone. Once you delete a file, it is gone. Make sure you really do not need a file anymore before you delete it. Especially when deleting all files, make sure you check all the files you [...]

  • Seite 125

    DELETING FILES 125 Deleting All Files 1. In the PLAY mode, press [  ] ( ). 2. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ All File Delete ” , and then press [SET]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Yes ” . • To exit the file delete operation without deleting anything, select “ No ” . 4. Press [SET] to delete all the files. • The mes[...]

  • Seite 126

    FILE MANAGEMENT 126 FILE MANAGEMENT The file management capabilities of the camera make it easy to keep track of images. You can protect files against deletion and store the files you want in the camera ’ s built-in memory. Folders Your camera automatically creates folders in its built-in flash memory or on the memory card. Memory Folders and Fil[...]

  • Seite 127

    FILE MANAGEMENT 127 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ On ” , and then press [SET]. • A file that is protected is indicated by the mark. • To unprotect a file, select “ Off ” in step 4, and then press [SET]. 5. Press [MENU] to exit the menu screen. Protecting Files Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 124). You can pro[...]

  • Seite 128

    FILE MANAGEMENT 128 To protect all files in memory 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Protect ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ All Files : On ” , and then press [SET]. • To unprotect all files, press [SET] in step 3 so the setting shows “ All Files : Off ” . 4.[...]

  • Seite 129

    FILE MANAGEMENT 129 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Save ” , and then press [SET]. • This displays the names of the files in built-in memory or on the loaded memory card. 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the file you want to copy to the FAVORITE folder. 5. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Save ” , and then press [SET]. • T[...]

  • Seite 130

    FILE MANAGEMENT 130 To display a file in the FAVORITE folder 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Favorites ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Show ” , and then press [SET]. • If the FAVORITE folder is empty, the message “ No Favorites file! ” appears. 4. Use [ [...]

  • Seite 131

    FILE MANAGEMENT 131 To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Favorites ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Show ” , and then press [SET]. 4. Press [  ] ( ). 5. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the file you want to delete from the [...]

  • Seite 132

    OTHER SETTINGS 132 OTHER SETTINGS Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method Use the following procedure to specify the method for generating the serial number used for file names (page 126). 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ File No. ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [ [...]

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    OTHER SETTINGS 133 Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen You can specify an image you recorded as the startup screen image, which causes it to appear on the monitor screen for about two seconds whenever you press the power button or [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera. The startup screen image does not appear if you press [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the[...]

  • Seite 134

    OTHER SETTINGS 134 Configuring Power Down Image Settings With the power down image feature, you can configure the camera so a specific image stored in camera image memory appears whenever you turn off power. You can specify a snapshot or a movie as the power down image. ■ To configure power down image settings 1. Use the USB cable to connect the [...]

  • Seite 135

    OTHER SETTINGS 135 IMPORTANT! • Only a snapshot (JPEG) or movie (AVI) file can be used as the power down image. • Note that the power down image feature works only with images recorded with this camera. The power down image feature may not operate properly when another type of image is specified as the power down image. • Formatting the camer[...]

  • Seite 136

    OTHER SETTINGS 136 Using the Alarm You can configure up to three alarms that cause the camera to beep and display a specified image at the time you specify. • You can configure up to three alarms, named “ Alarm 1 ” , “ Alarm 2 ” , and “ Alarm 3 ” . To set an alarm 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, sele[...]

  • Seite 137

    OTHER SETTINGS 137 Stopping the Alarm When an alarm time is reached while the camera is turned off, the alarm will sound for about one minute (or until you stop it), and then the camera will turn on. To stop the alarm after it starts to sound, press any button. IMPORTANT! • Note that the alarm does not sound if the alarm time is reached when any [...]

  • Seite 138

    OTHER SETTINGS 138 To select your Home Time zone 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ World Time ” , and then press [  ]. • This displays the current World Time zone. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Home ” , and then press [  ]. 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ [...]

  • Seite 139

    OTHER SETTINGS 139 Changing the Date Format You can select from among three different formats for display of the date. 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ Date Style ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to change the setting, and then press [SET]. Example: December 24, [...]

  • Seite 140

    OTHER SETTINGS 140 Using World Time You can use the World Time screen to view a time zone that is different from the home time zone when you go on a trip, etc. World Time can display the time in one of 162 cities in 32 time zones. To display the World Time screen 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, s[...]

  • Seite 141

    OTHER SETTINGS 141 6. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the city you want, and then press [SET]. • This displays the current time in the city you select. 7. When the setting is the way you want, press [SET] to apply it and exit the setting screen. To configure summer time (DST) settings Summer time is used in some geographical areas to advance th[...]

  • Seite 142

    OTHER SETTINGS 142 5. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the summer time (DST) setting you want. Select this: On Off To do this: Advance the current time setting by one hour Display the current time as-is 6. After the setting is the way you want, press [SET]. • This displays the current time in accordance with your setting. 7. Press [SET] again to[...]

  • Seite 143

    OTHER SETTINGS 143 Changing the USB Port Protocol You can use the procedure below to change the communication protocol of the camera ’ s USB port when connecting to a computer, printer, or other external device. Select the protocol that suits the device to which you are connecting. 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the [...]

  • Seite 144

    OTHER SETTINGS 144 Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Power On/Off Functions You can use the following procedures to configure [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) so power turns on or off whenever they are pressed. 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ REC/PLAY ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [ [...]

  • Seite 145

    OTHER SETTINGS 145 Formatting Built-in Memory Formatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it. IMPORTANT! • Note that data deleted by a format operation cannot be recovered. Check to make sure you do not need any of the data in memory before you format it. • Formatting built-in memory deletes all files, including files in the FAVORITE [...]

  • Seite 146

    USING A MEMORY CARD 146 USING A MEMORY CARD You can expand the storage capabilities of your camera by using a commercially available memory card (SD memory card or MultiMediaCard). You can also copy files from built-in flash memory to a memory card and from a memory card to flash memory. • Normally, files are stored in built-in flash memory. When[...]

  • Seite 147

    USING A MEMORY CARD 147 2. Positioning the memory card so its back is facing in the same direction as the camera ’ s monitor screen, carefully slide it into the card slot. Slide the card all the way in until you hear it click securely into place. 3. Swing the battery compartment cover closed, and then slide it in the direction indicated by the ar[...]

  • Seite 148

    USING A MEMORY CARD 148 To format a memory card Formatting a memory card deletes any data already stored on it. IMPORTANT! • 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 card, formatting on a computer can [...]

  • Seite 149

    USING A MEMORY CARD 149 Memory Card Precautions • If a memory card starts to behave abnormally, you can restore normal operation by reformatting it. However, we recommend that you always take along more than one memory card whenever using the camera far away from the home or office. • We recommend that you format a memory card before using it f[...]

  • Seite 150

    USING A MEMORY CARD 150 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Built-in Card ” , and then press [SET]. • This starts the copy operation and displays the message “ Busy....Please wait... ” . • After the copy operation is complete, the monitor screen shows the last file in the folder. Copying Files Use the procedures below to copy files b[...]

  • Seite 151

    USING A MEMORY CARD 151 To copy a specific file from a memory card to built-in memory 1. Perform steps 1 through 3 of the procedure under “ To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card ” . 2. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Card Built-in ” , and then press [SET]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the file you want to cop[...]

  • Seite 152

    PRINTING IMAGES 152 PRINTING IMAGES A digital camera provides you with a variety of different ways to print the images it records. The three main printing methods are described below. Use the method that best suits your needs. ■ Professional Print Service The camera ’ s DPOF feature lets you specify which images you want to print and how many c[...]

  • Seite 153

    PRINTING IMAGES 153 Macintosh Users The camera comes bundled with Photo Loader for the Macintosh, which can be installed for image transfer and management, but not for printing. Use commercially available software for printing with a Macintosh. For more information, see “ Viewing Images on a Computer ” (page 162) and “ Installing the Software[...]

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    PRINTING IMAGES 154 To configure print settings for a single image 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ DPOF ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Select images ” , and then press [  ]. 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to display the image you want. 5. Use [  ] and [  ] [...]

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    PRINTING IMAGES 155 To configure print settings for all images 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ DPOF ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ All images ” , and then press [  ]. 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to specify the number of copies. • You can specify up to 99 for[...]

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    PRINTING IMAGES 156 To print a single image 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ USB ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supp[...]

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    PRINTING IMAGES 157 6. Turn on the printer. 7. Load paper for printing the images into the printer. 8. Press the camera ’ s power button. • This displays the print menu on the camera ’ s monitor screen. 9. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Paper Size ” , and then press [  ]. 4. Connect the optionally available AC adaptor to the camer[...]

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    PRINTING IMAGES 158 10 . Use [  ] and [  ] to select the paper size you want to use for printing, and then press [SET]. • The following are the print sizes that are available. 3.5 ˝ × 5 ˝ 5 ˝ × 7 ˝ A4 4 ˝ × 6 ˝ By Printer • Selecting “ By Printer ” prints using the paper size selected on the printer. • Available paper size [...]

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    PRINTING IMAGES 159 To print a group of images 1. Use the DPOF procedure on page 153 to specify the images in file memory that you want to print. 2. Perform steps 1 through 10 of the procedure under “ To print a single image ” on page 156. 3. On the print menu, use [  ] and [  ] to select “ DPOF ” , and then press [SET]. 4. On the cam[...]

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    PRINTING IMAGES 160 Printing Precautions • See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about print quality and paper settings. • Contact your printer manufacturer for information about models that support PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT, upgrades, etc. • Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera operation wh[...]

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    PRINTING IMAGES 161 Exif Print Exif Print is an internationally supported, open standard file format that makes it possible to capture and display vibrant digital images with accurate colors. With Exif 2.2, files include a wide range of shooting condition information that can be interpreted by an Exif Print printer to produce better- looking prints[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 162 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER After using the USB cable to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to view images in file memory and copy images to your computer ’ s hard disk or other storage media. In order to do this, you first need to install the USB driver loc[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 163 IMPORTANT! • Low battery power can cause the camera to power down suddenly during data communication. Use of the special AC adaptor is recommended to power the camera during data communication. • If you want to transfer files from the camera ’ s built-in memory to a computer, make sure there is no memory card [...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 164 4. Click [USB driver] and then [Install]. • This starts installation. • The following steps show installation under the English version of Windows. 5. On the screen that appears after installation is complete, select the “ Yes, I want to restart my computer now. ” check box and then click [Finish] to restart[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 165 7. Turn on the camera, and then press [MENU]. • It makes no difference whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode. 8. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ USB ” , and then press [  ]. 9 . Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT) ” , and then press [SET]. Connector ([...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 166 11. Turn on the camera. • This will cause the “ New Hardware... ” dialog box to appear on the computer screen as the computer automatically detects the camera ’ s file memory. After you install the USB driver, “ New Hardware... ” dialog box will no longer appear when you perform the above steps to establ[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 167 IMPORTANT! • Never use your computer to edit, delete, move, or rename images stored in file memory. Doing so can cause problems with the image management data used by the camera, which may make it impossible to display images on the camera or it may cause a large error in the number of images value displayed by th[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 168 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer The following are the general steps for viewing and copying files from a Macintosh. You can find details about each operation in the procedures that follow below. Note that you should also refer to the documentation that comes with your Macintosh for other information about[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 169 IMPORTANT! • Low battery power can cause the camera to power down suddenly during data communication. Use the optional AC adaptor is recommended to power the camera during data communication with a computer. • If you want to transfer files from the camera ’ s built-in memory to a computer, make sure there is n[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 170 5. Turn off the camera, and connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the camera and your computer ’ s USB port. USB USB port Connector (A) USB cable (bundled) Connector (Mini-B) [USB] 2. Turn on the camera, and then press [MENU]. • It makes no difference whether the camera is in the REC mode o[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 171 6. Turn on the camera. • Your Macintosh will see the camera ’ s file memory as a drive. • The appearance of the drive icon depends on the Mac OS version you are using. • After installing the USB driver, your Macintosh will see the camera ’ s file memory as a drive whenever you establish a USB connection be[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 172 USB Connection Precautions • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to “ burn in ” on the screen. • Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera operation while data communication is in progress. Doing so can cause data to become c[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 173 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer The procedures in this section describe how to transfer images from the camera to your computer using a memory card. Using a Computer with a Built-in SD Memory Card Slot Insert the SD memory card directly into the slot. Using a Computer with a Built-in PC Card Slo[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 174 Memory Data Images recorded with this camera and other data are stored in memory using DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) protocol. DCF protocol is designed to make it easier to exchange image and other data between digital cameras and other devices. DCF Protocol DCF devices (digital cameras, printers, etc.) c[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 175 ■ Folder and File Contents • DCIM folder Folder that stores all of the digital camera files • Storage folder Folder for storing files created by the digital camera • Image file File that contains an image recorded with the digital camera (File Name Extension: JPG) • Movie file File that contains a movie re[...]

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    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 176 Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions • Note that the folder named “ DCIM ” is the parent (top) folder of all the files in memory. When transferring memory contents to a hard disk, CD-R, MO disk, or other external storage, treat all the contents inside a DCIM folder as a set and always keep them together[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 177 Creating an album IMPORTANT! • Remember that creating an “ ALBUM ” folder (page 174) causes different size versions of each image to be created in memory. If there is an “ ALBUM ” folder in image memory when you specify printing of all images by a professional print service or on a printer, you may end[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 178 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Create Album ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Create ” , and then press [SET]. • This starts creation of the album, and causes the message “ Busy....Please wait... ” to appear on the monitor screen. • The PLAY mode screen [...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 179 Selecting an Album Layout You can select from among 10 different display layouts for an album. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Create Album ” , and then press [  ]. 3. Use [  ] and [  ] to select “ Layout ” . 4. Use [  ] and [  ] to select the la[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 180 ■ Background Color You can specify white, black, or gray as the color of the album background using the procedure under “ Configuring Detailed Album Settings ” . ■ Album Type There are two album types: “ Normal ” and “ Index/Info ” . “ Normal ” Type : This type of album displays images in acc[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 181 ■ Auto Album Creation On/Off This setting controls whether an album is created automatically whenever you turn off the camera. Select this option: On Off To do this: Turn on auto album creation Turn off auto album creation • When auto album creation is turned on, an album is created automatically in built-in[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 182 Viewing Album Files You can view and print album files using your computer ’ s Web browser application. 1. Use your computer to access the data in built- in memory or on the memory card, or access a memory card with your computer (pages 162, 173). 2. Open the built-in memory “ ALBUM ” folder or the memory [...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 183 Index Info • The following describes the information that appears on the Info Screen. This Info Screen item: Shows this: File Size Image file size Resolution Resolution Quality Quality Recording mode Recording mode AE Exposure mode Light metering Metering mode Shutter speed Shutter speed Aperture stop Aperture[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 184 NOTE • When printing an album page, you should set up your Web browser as described below. — Select the browser frame where the images are located. — Set margins to the lowest possible values. — Set the background color to a printable color. • See the user documentation that came with your Web browser [...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 185 Installing the Software from the CD-ROM Your digital camera comes bundled with useful applications for using it in combination with a computer. Install the applications you need on your computer. About the bundled CD-ROM The CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera contains the applications described below. Ins[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 186 Photo Loader (for Windows/Macintosh) This application automatically transfers image files from the camera to your computer. Photo Loader automatically stores transferred files in folders named using the current date (year, month, day) and generates HTML files that make it possible to view images using a web brow[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 187 Photohands XP/2000/Me/98 At least 64MB At least 10MB Computer System Requirements Computer system requirements depend on each of the applications, as described below. Windows * 1 In the case of Windows 2000, you need to install a data file that enables use of the operating system ’ s standard USB driver. You d[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 188 IMPORTANT! • For details about Windows minimum system requirements, see the “ Readme ” file on the CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) that comes bundled with the camera. • For details about Macintosh minimum system requirements, use a Web browser application to read the contents of the “ readme ”[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 189 Getting Started Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CD- ROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu application, which displays a menu screen on your computer. • The menu application may not start up automatically on some computers. If this happens, navigate to the CD- ROM and double-c[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 190 Installing an Application 1. Click the “ Install ” button for the application you want to install. 2. Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen. IMPORTANT! • Be sure to follow the instructions carefully and completely. If you make a mistake when installing Photo Loader, you may not be abl[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 191 User Registration 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. Click the “ Register ” button. • This starts up your Web browser and accesses the user registration website. Follow the instructions that appear [...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 192 IMPORTANT! • If you are upgrading to the new version of Photo Loader from a previous version and you want to use library management data and HTML files created using the old version of Photo Loader, be sure to read the “ Important ” file in the “ Photo Loader ” folder. Follow the instructions in the fi[...]

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    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 193 ■ To view the Photo Loader user ’ s guide 1. On the CD-ROM, open the “ Manual ” folder. 2. Open the “ Photo Loader ” folder and then open the “ English ” folder. 3. Open “ PhotoLoader_english ” . ■ To register as a camera user Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following CAS[...]

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    APPENDIX 194 APPENDIX Sharpness Saturation Contrast Flash Intensity Flash Assist Grid Digital Zoom Review Icon Help L/R Key +2 / +1 / 0 / – 1 / – 2 +2 / +1 / 0 / – 1 / – 2 +2 / +1 / 0 / – 1 / – 2 +2 / +1 / 0 / – 1 / – 2 Auto / Off On / Off On / Off On / Off On / Off REC Mode / EV shift / White Balance / ISO / Self-timer / Off Snapsh[...]

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    APPENDIX 195 ■ PLAY mode ● PLAY tab menu Slideshow Favorites DPOF Protect Rotation Resize Trimming Create Album Alarm Copy Start / Images / Time / Interval / Cancel Show / Save / Cancel Select images / All images / Cancel On / All Files : On / Cancel Rotate / Cancel 1600 × 1200 / 1280 × 960 / 640 × 480 / Cancel – Create / Delete / Layout /[...]

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    APPENDIX 196 ● Set Up tab menu Indicator Lamp Reference The camera has three indicator lamps: a green operation lamp, a red operation lamp, and a self-timer lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the camera. * There are three lamp flash patterns. Pattern 1 flashes once per second, Pattern 2 flashes twice p[...]

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    APPENDIX 197 REC mode Operation Lamp Self-timer Lamp Green Lit Lit Pattern 3 Lit Pattern 2 Pattern 1 Red Pattern 3 Lit Pattern 1 Pattern 2 Lit Red Pattern 1 Pattern 2 Operational (Power on, recording enabled) Flash is charging. Flash charging is complete. Auto Focus operation was successful. Cannot Auto Focus. Monitor screen is off. Storing image S[...]

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    APPENDIX 198 Charger Unit The charger unit has a [CHARGE] lamp that lights or flashes in accordance with the charger unit operation that is being performed. [CHARGE] lamp Lit Unlit Pattern A Pattern B Meaning Charging Charging complete Charge standby state (Ambient temperature is too high or too low.) Charger unit or battery abnormality [CHARGE] la[...]

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    APPENDIX 199 Power does not turn on. Camera suddenly powers down. Image is not recorded when the shutter button is pressed. 1) The batteries are not oriented correctly. 2) The batteries are dead. 3) You are using the wrong type of AC adaptor. 1) Auto Power Off activated (page 46). 2) The batteries are dead. 1) The camera is in the PLAY mode. 2) Fla[...]

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    APPENDIX 200 Image Recording Symptom Possible Cause Action Auto Focus does not focus properly The subject is out of focus in the recorded image. The flash does not fire. Camera powers down during self-timer countdown. 1) The lens is dirty. 2) The subject is not located in the center of the focus frame when you compose the image. 3) The subject you [...]

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    APPENDIX 201 Other Symptom Possible Cause Action 1) Focus the image (page 76). 2) Use Auto Focus for scenery and portrait shots. 3) Use the Macro Mode ( ) for close-ups. 1) When the battery indicator shows , charge or replace the camera ’ s batteries. 2) Do not remove the memory card before the save operation is complete. Position the camera so s[...]

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    APPENDIX 202 Other Symptom Possible Cause Action Monitor screen is off. Cannot transfer files over a USB connection. 1) USB communication is in progress. 2) The monitor screen is turned off (in the REC mode). 1) USB cable is not connected securely. 2) USB driver is not installed. 3) Camera is turned off. 1) After confirming that the computer is not[...]

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    APPENDIX 203 If you have problems installing the USB driver... You may not be able to install the USB driver properly if you use the USB cable to connect the camera to a computer running Windows 98 before installing the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software), or if you have another type of driver installed. This will mak[...]

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    APPENDIX 204 Display Messages Alarm setting complete. Battery is low. Cannot correct image! Can not find the file. Cannot register any more files Card ERROR This message appears after you change the alarm setting. The batteries are dead. Keystone correction cannot be performed for some reason. The image will be stored as-is, without correction (pag[...]

  • Seite 205

    APPENDIX 205 Image compression could not be performed during image data storage for some reason. Record the image again. The camera is in the Printer mode, and the printer is running low on ink or is out of ink. Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or a CASIO service center. The LOCK switch of the SD memory card is locked. You can[...]

  • Seite 206

    APPENDIX 206 Specifications Product ............................... Digital Camera Model .................................. QV-R61 ■ Camera Functions Image Files Format Snapshots ....................... JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2); DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies ............................. AVI (Motion JPEG)[...]

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    APPENDIX 207 Delete .................................. Single-file, all files (with protection) Effective Pixels .................. 6.00 million Imaging Element ................ 1/1.8-inch square pixel color CCD (Total pixels: 6.37 million) Lens/Focal Distance ......... Seven lenses in six groups, including an aspherical lens F2.8 (W) to 4.9 (T); f[...]

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    APPENDIX 208 Monitor Screen .................. 2.0-inch TFT color LCD 84,960 pixels (354 × 240) Viewfinder .......................... Monitor screen and optical viewfinder Timekeeping Functions .... Built-in digital quartz clock Date and Time ................ Recorded with image data Auto Calendar ................. T o 2049 World Time ............[...]

  • Seite 209

    APPENDIX 209 * 1 Number of Shots (CIPA Standard) • Temperature: 23 ° C (73 ° F) • Monitor screen: On • Zoom operation between full wide to full telephoto every 30 seconds, during which two images are recorded, one image with flash; power turned off and back on every time 10 images are recorded. * 2 Continuous Recording Conditions • Temper[...]

  • Seite 210

    APPENDIX 210 Power Supply • Use only the special HR-3U rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported. • This camera does not have separate batteries for the clock. The date and time settings of the camera are cleared whenever power is totally cut off (from both the batteries [...]