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Casio Exilim EX-Z700 User Manual

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EX-Z700
User's Guide
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
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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    Digital Camera EX-Z700 User’s Guide 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 official EXILIM Website at http://www.exilim.com/.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION 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. Rechargeable Lithium Ion Camera CD-ROM Special AC Adaptor (AD-C52S or AD-C52G) USB Cradle Battery (NP-40) (CA-29)

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION Contents INTRODUCTION Unpacking ... 2 Features ... 9 Precautions ... 12 QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! ... 18 To configure display language and clock settings ... 19 To record an image ... 20 To view a recorded image ... 21 To delete an image ...
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Focus Mode ... 74 Using Auto Focus Using the Macro Mode Using Pan Focus Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus Using Focus Lock Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ... 83 Adjusting White Balance ... 84 Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually Using Continuous Shutter ...
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION PLAYBACK Basic Playback Operation ... 126 Playing an Audio Snapshot Zooming the Display Image ... 128 Resizing an Image ... 129 Cropping an Image ... 130 Keystone Correction ... 132 Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph ... 133 Playing and Editing a Movie ...
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION OTHER SETTINGS Configuring Sound Settings ... 162 To configure sound settings To set the confirmation tone volume level To set the audio volume level for movie and audio snapshot playback Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ... 163 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method ...
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ... 192 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ... 199 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer ... 203 Memory Data ... 204 DCF Protocol Memory Folder Structure Image Files Supported by the Camera...
  • Page 8 EX-Z700. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or losses suffered by you or any third party due to the use of Photo Loader, Photohands and/or Photo Transport.

  • Page 9: Features

    INTRODUCTION I LCD Panel The LCD panel is a product of the latest LCD manufacturing technology that provides a pixel yield of 99.99%. This means that less than 0.01% of the total pixels are defective (they do not turn on or always remain turned on).
  • Page 10 • Restoring an Old Photograph (page 99) You can use the procedure in this section to restore an old, faded photograph with the color provided by modern digital camera technology. • Movie recording with audio (page 105) VGA size, 30 fps, Motion JPEG format •...
  • Page 11 INTRODUCTION • Real-time RGB histogram (page 112) An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you view the effect on overall image brightness, which makes shooting under difficult lighting conditions easier than ever before. • Keystone Correction (page 132) A simple operation corrects for keystoning, which occurs when you record the image of a blackboard or poster from an angle.

  • Page 12: Precautions

    • Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed. Always leave maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized service center. • Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out of the reach of small children.
  • Page 13 AC adaptor power cord from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. Using the camera under these conditions creates the risk of fire and electric shock. After...
  • Page 14 INTRODUCTION • Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor from the camera, or unplug the AC adaptor from the wall socket while an image is being recorded. Doing so will not only make storage of the current image impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already stored in file memory.

  • Page 15: Data Error Precautions

    INTRODUCTION I Data Error Precautions • Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in file memory. — While the camera is performing an operation, removing the battery or memory card from the camera,...

  • Page 16: Power Supply

    INTRODUCTION I Condensation • When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature, there is the possibility that condensation can form on the exterior or on interior components. Condensation can cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.

  • Page 17: Caring For Your Camera

    INTRODUCTION I Caring for your camera • 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 using a lens blower to blow them off.

  • Page 18: Quick Start Guide

    QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! Load the battery into the camera (page 32). Stopper Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the battery (page 33). • It takes about 180 minutes to achieve a full charge. AC adaptor AC power cord [CHARGE] lamp...

  • Page 19: To Configure Display Language And Clock Settings

    QUICK START GUIDE To configure display language and clock settings • Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. See page 47 for details. • If you make a mistake when setting the language or clock with the following procedure, you will need to use the camera’s menu to individually change the language (page 169) or clock (page...

  • Page 20: To Record An Image

    QUICK START GUIDE To record an image See page 51 for details. Auto recording icon 06/12 12/24 12 : 38 Focus frame Operation lamp The camera’s built in memory can record only a few images and is intended for testing the camera or for emergency purposes only.

  • Page 21: To View A Recorded Image

    QUICK START GUIDE To view a recorded image See page 126 for details. Press [ ] (PLAY). • This enters the PLAY (playback) mode. Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the images. To delete an image 2, 3, 4, 5 Press [ ] (PLAY).

  • Page 22: Getting Ready

    The following table defines the terminology used in this manual. This term as used in this Means this: manual: “camera” The CASIO EX-Z700 Digital Camera “file memory” The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 52) “battery”...

  • Page 23: General Guide

    GETTING READY I File Memory The term “file memory” in this manual is a general term that refers to the location where your camera is currently storing the images you record. File memory can be any one of the following three locations. •...
  • Page 24 GETTING READY I Back Operation lamp ] (PLAY mode) button ] (REC mode) button [BS] (BEST SHOT) button Strap ring [ ][ ][ ][ ] [SET] button [MENU] button Monitor Screen I Bottom Stopper Memory card slot Battery compartment Battery cover Tripod screw hole * Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.

  • Page 25: Usb Cradle

    GETTING READY USB Cradle Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB cradle lets you perform the following tasks. • Battery charging (page 33) • Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow feature (page 146). • TV connectability for viewing of images on a television screen (page 151).

  • Page 26: Monitor Screen Contents

    GETTING READY 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.
  • Page 27 GETTING READY Metering mode indicator Aperture value (page 54) (page 121) Shutter speed value None Multi (page 54) Center Weighted Date and time Spot (page 165) • Snapshots: Image size Timestamp indicator (page 71) (page 124) • Snapshots: Memory capacity (pages 54, 241) EV value (page 83) •...

  • Page 28: Play Mode

    GETTING READY Digital zoom indicator (page 60) Zoom indicator (page 60) • Left side indicates optical zoom. • Right side indicates digital zoom. PLAY Mode PLAY mode file type Folder name/File name (page 156) Snapshot Example : When a file named Movie CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a folder Audio Snapshot...
  • Page 29 (page 36) Histogram (page 112) EV value (page 83) IMPORTANT! • Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different Auto digital camera model. Daylight Overcast Shade Day White Fluorescent Daylight Fluorescent Tungsten...

  • Page 30: Changing The Contents Of The Monitor Screen

    GETTING READY I PLAY Mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of [ ] (DISP) changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below. I REC Mode Indicators on Histogram/Details on Indicators on Histogram on Indicators off Indicators off...

  • Page 31: Attaching The Strap

    GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • Pressing [ ] (DISP) will not change monitor screen contents during standby or recording of an audio snapshot. • You can use [ ] (DISP) to turn off the monitor screen only when voice recording in the REC mode. You cannot turn off the monitor screen for any other recording function.

  • Page 32: Power Requirements

    GETTING READY Power Requirements Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40). Loading the Rechargeable Battery Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then swing it open. While pulling the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration, align the arrow mark on the battery with the arrow mark on the camera and slide the battery into...

  • Page 33: To Charge The Battery

    GETTING READY Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow. IMPORTANT! • Use only the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported. The battery is not fully charged when you use the camera for the first time after purchasing it.
  • Page 34 GETTING READY NOTE • The bundled AC adaptor is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V AC, 50/60Hz. This means the AC adaptor can be used in various countries around the world. Note, however, that there may be some problems with the AC power cord withstand voltage and with the configuration of power outlet shapes in certain...
  • Page 35 GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • Use only the USB cradle (CA-29) that comes with the camera or the optionally available charger (BC-30L) to charge the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery. Never use any other charging device. • Use only the bundled AC adaptor. Never use any other type of AC adaptor.

  • Page 36: Low Battery Indicator

    • If the same symptoms occur again when you place the camera on the USB cradle after taking the above steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center. I Low Battery Indicator The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on the monitor screen changes as battery power is used.

  • Page 37: To Replace The Battery

    GETTING READY I Tips to Make the Battery Last Longer • If you do not need the flash while recording, select (flash off) for the flash mode. See page 63 for more information. • Enable the Auto Power Off and the Sleep features (page 43) to protect against wasting battery power when you forget to turn off the camera.

  • Page 38: Power Supply Precautions

    Be sure to read the following Safety Precautions before using the battery for the first time. NOTE • The term “battery” in this manual refers to the CASIO NP-40 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery. • Use only the USB cradle (CA-29) that comes with the...
  • Page 39 GETTING READY • Should you ever notice any of the following conditions while using, charging, or storing a battery, immediately remove it from the camera or charger, and keep it away from open flame: — Fluid leaking — Emission of a strange odor —...
  • Page 40 GETTING READY G PRECAUTIONS DURING USE • The battery is designed for use with this CASIO digital camera only. • Use only the USB cradle that comes with the camera or the specified optional charger to charge the battery. Never use any other type of charger for charging.
  • Page 41 • Should the cord of the AC adaptor become damaged (exposed internal wiring), contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. A damaged AC adaptor cord creates the risk of fire or electric shock. • Use the AC adaptor where it will not be splashed with water.

  • Page 42: Turning The Camera On And Off

    GETTING READY Turning the Camera On and Off I To turn on the camera Press the power button, [ ] (REC) or [ operation lamp will light green momentarily, and then power will turn on. The mode the camera enters depends on which button you pressed to turn it on.

  • Page 43: Configuring Power Saving Settings

    GETTING READY I To turn off the camera Press the power button to turn off the camera. NOTE • You can setup the camera so it does not turn on when you press [ ] (REC) or [ turn off when you press [ ] (REC) or [ For details, see “Configuring [ (PLAY) Power On/Off Functions”...
  • Page 44 GETTING READY G See “Using the On-screen Menus” (page 45) for information about how to use menus. To configure this feature: Select this setting: Sleep Sleep Auto Power Off Auto Power Off Use [ ] and [ ] to change the currently selected setting, and then press [SET].

  • Page 45: Using The On-Screen Menus

    GETTING READY 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.
  • Page 46 GETTING READY G Menu Screen Operations When you want to do this: Do this: Move between tabs Press [ ] and [ ]. Move from the tab to the Press [ ]. settings Move from the settings to Press [ ]. the tab Move between the settings Press [ ] and [ ].

  • Page 47: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings

    GETTING READY Perform one of the following operations to apply the setting you configured. To do this: Perform this key operation: Apply the setting and exit Press [SET]. the menu screen. Apply the setting and return to feature selection Press [ ]. in step 4.

  • Page 48: To Configure Display Language And Clock Settings

    GETTING READY • A built-in backup battery retains the date and time settings of the camera for about 30 hours if the camera is not supplied with power. Date and time settings will be cleared when the backup battery goes dead. The following are the conditions when power is not being supplied to the camera.
  • Page 49 GETTING READY Use [ ] and [ ] to select the name of the city where you live, and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the summer time (DST) setting you want, and then press [SET]. When you want to do this: Keep time using summer time (Daylight Saving Time)
  • Page 50 GETTING READY Set the current date and the time. To do this: Change the setting at the current cursor location Move the cursor between settings Toggle between 12-hour and 24- hour timekeeping Press [SET] to register the settings and exit the setting screen.

  • Page 51: Basic Image Recording

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING BASIC IMAGE RECORDING This section describes the basic procedure for recording an image. Recording an Image Aiming the Camera Use both hands to hold the camera still when shooting an image. Holding the camera with one hand increases the chance of movement, which can blur your images.

  • Page 52: Recording An Image

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • There is a speaker on the bottom of the camera. The operation sound and other sounds can become difficult to hear if you cover the speaker with your hand while holding it. Speaker NOTE • Moving the camera as you press the shutter button or while the Auto Focus operation is being performed (when you press the shutter button half way) can cause blurring of the image.
  • Page 53 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Press the power button or [ on the camera. Power button ON/OFF • This causes the image and the auto recording icon ) to appear on the monitor screen, and then enters the currently selected recording mode. If the auto recording icon ( ) is not displayed, use the procedure on page 90 to select the “Auto”...
  • Page 54 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 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 value, the aperture value, and the ISO sensitivity.
  • Page 55 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING *1 The size of the opening (aperture) that allows light passing through the lens to reach the CCD. A larger aperture value indicates a smaller opening for light to pass through. The camera adjusts this setting automatically. *2 The amount of time the shutter remains open, allowing light passing through the lens to reach the CCD.

  • Page 56: Recording Precautions

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING You can turn the AF assist light on or off. It is recommended that you turn off the AF assist light when recording images of nearby people, etc. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “REC” tab. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “AF Assist Light”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 57: About Auto Focus

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • When recording a dimly lit subject while “Auto” is selected for the ISO sensitivity setting (page 120), the camera increases sensitivity and uses a faster shutter speed. Because of this, you need to guard against camera movement if you have flash turned off •...

  • Page 58: Using Zoom

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I 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 REC mode monitor screen image.
  • Page 59 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Zoom out Compose the image, and then press the shutter button. 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).

  • Page 60: Digital Zoom

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Digital Zoom Digital zoom digitally enlarges the part of the image at the center of the image screen. The range of digital zoom is 3X to 12X (in combination with optical zoom) (Image Size: 7M (3072 × 2304 pixels)). IMPORTANT! •...
  • Page 61 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING When the zoom pointer reaches the optical/ digital zoom switch over point, it will stop. Undeteriorated Image Quality Range 3X to 14.2X Optical/Digital Switch Point Image Deterioration Point Image starts to deteriorate from here. (Point factor depends on image size.) •...
  • Page 62 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Release the zoom controller momentarily, and then slide it towards (telephoto) side again to move the zoom pointer into the digital zoom range. • The zoom pointer will also stop when you move the pointer back to the switch over point to re-enter the optical zoom range.

  • Page 63: Using The Flash

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Flash Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. • The approximate effective range of the flash is shown below. Wide Angle Optical Zoom: Approximately 0.15 to 3.4 meters (0.5´ to 11.2´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) Telephoto Optical Zoom: Approximately 0.4 to 1.8 meters (1.3´...
  • Page 64 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! • The flash unit of this camera fires a number of times when you record an image. The initial flashes are pre-flashes, which the camera uses to obtain information that it uses for exposure settings. The final flash is for recording.

  • Page 65: Flash Unit Status

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! Note the following important points when using red- eye reduction. • Red-eye reduction does not work unless the people in the image are looking directly at the camera during the pre-flash. Before pressing the shutter button, call out to the subjects so they all look at the camera while the pre-flash operation is performed.

  • Page 66: Changing The Flash Intensity Setting

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Perform the following steps to change the flash intensity setting. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “Quality” tab. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Flash Intensity”, and then press [ ].
  • Page 67 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. To do this: Select this setting: Turn on flash assist Auto Turn off flash assist IMPORTANT! • Flash assist may not produce the desired result for some types of subjects.

  • Page 68: Using The Self-Timer

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • When the flash is turned off ( ), mount the camera on a tripod to record images in an area where available lighting is dim. Recording images under dim lighting without the flash can cause digital noise, which makes images appear coarse.
  • Page 69 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To do this: Specify a 10-second self-timer Specify a 2-second self-timer Specify Triple Self-timer Disable the self-timer • This causes an indicator identifying the selected self-timer type to appear on the monitor screen. • With the Triple Self-timer, the camera records a series of three images in the sequence described...
  • Page 70 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Press the shutter button to record the image. • When you press the shutter button, the AF assist light/self-timer lamp flashes and the shutter releases after the self-timer reaches the end of its countdown (about 10 seconds or two seconds).

  • Page 71: Specifying Image Size

    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 to be larger.

  • Page 72: Specifying Image Quality

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • The above print sizes are all approximate values when printing at a resolution of 200 dpi (dots per inch). Use a larger setting when you want to print at a higher resolution or when you plan to produce a larger size print. •...
  • Page 73 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To get this: Select this setting: High image quality, large file Fine size Normal image quality and Normal normal file size Low image quality, small file Economy size IMPORTANT! • Actual file size depends on the type of image you record.

  • Page 74: Selecting The Focus Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Focus Mode You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto Focus, Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity, and Manual Focus. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 75: Using Auto Focus

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Focus As its name suggests, Auto Focus focuses the image automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when you press the shutter button down half way. The following is the Auto Focus range. Range: 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) •...
  • Page 76 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When proper focusing is not possible because the subject is closer than the Auto Focus range, the camera automatically switches to the Macro mode range (page 78). • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 58) while recording with Auto Focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range.

  • Page 77: Specifying The Auto Focus Area

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I 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.

  • Page 78: Using The Macro Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • Spot • Focus frame Multi Using the Macro Mode Use the Macro mode when you need to focus on close up subjects. The following shows the approximate focus range in the Macro mode. Range: 15cm to 50cm (5.9˝ to 19.7˝) •...

  • Page 79: Using Pan Focus

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When the Macro mode cannot focus properly because the subject is too far away, the camera automatically switches to the Auto Focus range (page 75). • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 58) while recording with the Macro mode, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range.

  • Page 80: Using The Infinity Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Infinity Mode The Infinity mode fixes focus at infinity (∞). Use this mode when recording scenery and other faraway images. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “...
  • Page 81 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press [SET]. While watching the image on the monitor screen, use [ ] and [ ] to focus. To do this: Do this: Focus in on the subject Press [ ]. Focus out on the subject Press [ ]. •...

  • Page 82: Using Focus Lock

    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 ( Using the monitor screen, compose the...

  • Page 83: Exposure Compensation (Ev Shift)

    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.

  • Page 84: Adjusting White Balance

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes 0.0. Press the shutter button to 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.
  • Page 85 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 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 high...

  • Page 86: Configuring The White Balance Setting Manually

    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 source and other conditions.

  • Page 87: Using Continuous Shutter

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • This starts the white balance adjustment procedure. The message “Complete” appears on the monitor screen after white balance adjustment is complete. Press [SET]. • This registers the white balance settings and returns to the currently selected recording mode. NOTE •...

  • Page 88: Normal-Speed Continuous Shutter

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Normal Speed”, “High Speed” or “Flash Cont.”, and then press [SET]. • This causes the applicable icon to appear on the monitor screen. : Normal-speed Continuous Shutter : High-speed Continuous Shutter : Flash Continuous Shutter •...

  • Page 89: Flash Continuous Shutter

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Flash continuous shutter Holding down the shutter button while flash continuous shutter is selected records up to three images, firing the flash for each one. Shooting stops if you release the shutter button before three images are recorded. •...

  • Page 90: Using The Best Shot Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the BEST SHOT Mode Selecting one of the BEST SHOT sample scenes automatically sets up the camera for recording a similar type of image. I Example Sample Scene • Portrait • Scenery • Night Scene • Night Scene Portrait .
  • Page 91 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to record the image. • While the “Movie” scene is recorded, pressing the shutter button starts and stops movie recording (page 105). IMPORTANT! • BEST SHOT scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only. •...

  • Page 92: Displaying Sample Scenes Individually

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Displaying Sample Scenes Individually You can use the following procedure to display BEST SHOT sample scenes individually, so you can view the explanation about each scene’s settings. . In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). . Move the zoom controller in the direction of (telephoto) or...

  • Page 93: Creating Your Own Best Shot Setup

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an snapshot you recorded as a BEST SHOT scene. After that, you can recall the setup whenever you want to use it. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).

  • Page 94: To Delete A Best Shot User Setup

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • The following are the settings that are included in a snapshot setup: focus mode, EV shift value, white balance mode, flash mode, ISO sensitivity, Metering, Flash Intensity, Flash Assist, Filter, Sharpness, Saturation, and Contrast. • Note that snapshots recorded with this camera only can be used to create a BEST SHOT user setup.

  • Page 95: Reducing The Effects Of Hand Or Subject Movement

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Reducing the Effects of Hand or Subject Movement You can reduce the effects of subject movement, and for hand movement that tends to occur when shooting a far- away subject using telephoto, a fast-moving subject, or under dim lighting conditions. Perform one of the procedures below to enable Anti Shake.

  • Page 96: Shooting With High Sensitivity

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Shooting with High Sensitivity Higher sensitivity makes it possible to record brighter images, without using flash, even when there is not enough lighting available to obtain normal exposure. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the “High Sensitivity”...

  • Page 97: Recording Images Of Business Cards And Documents (Business Shot)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) Recording a business card, document, whiteboard, 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 camera was positioned directly in front of them.

  • Page 98: Before Recording With Business Shot

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Before recording with Business Shot • Before recording, compose the image so outline of the item you want to record fits entirely within the monitor screen. • Make sure the object is against a background that allows its outline to stand out, and that it fills the monitor screen to the maximum extent possible.

  • Page 99: Restoring An Old Photograph

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the candidate you want to correct. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Correct”, and then press [SET]. • Selecting “Cancel” in place of “Correct” stores the original image as-is, without correcting it.

  • Page 100: To Restore An Old Photograph

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When the camera is at an angle to the old photograph, one side of the recorded image may appear longer than the side opposite from it. This is called “keystoning,” which is caused by the difference in distance from the camera lens to each side of the photograph.
  • Page 101 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the contour candidate you want to correct. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Trim”, and then press [SET]. • This displays a cropping boundary on the monitor screen. •...
  • Page 102 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Digital zoom is disabled while recording an old photograph. However, you can use optical zoom. • The camera will not be able to recognize an old photograph in the following cases. — When part of the photograph extends outside of the monitor screen —...
  • Page 103 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to record the first image. • The camera will record the first snapshot and then get ready for the next one. Press the shutter button again to record the next snapshot. • If you are shooting into a three-frame layout, press the shutter button a third time to record the third image.

  • Page 104: Auto Tracking A Moving Subject (Auto Framing)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Auto Tracking a Moving Subject (Auto Framing) With auto tracking, a boundary area follows a moving subject, making it easy to snap an image with the subject in the center. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select “Auto Framing”, and then press [SET].

  • Page 105: Recording A Movie

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording a Movie You can record movies with audio, up to 10 minutes long. You can select a resolution setting to suit your needs. • File Format: Motion JPEG AVI format • Maximum Movie Length — Each Movie: 10 minutes —...

  • Page 106: Recording A Movie

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Approximate Setting Data Rate Higher 10.2 megabits (640 × 480 pixels) Quality per second Normal 6.1 megabits (512 × 384 pixels) per second Lower 2.45 megabits (320 × 240 pixels) Quality per second Recording a Movie Frame Rate 30 frames/ In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).

  • Page 107: Movie Recording Precautions

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • Movie recording continues as long as remaining memory capacity allows. • Pan Focus (page 79) is selected automatically as the focus mode in the Movie Mode regardless of the Mode Memory “Focus” setting (page 118) and the snapshot focus mode setting.

  • Page 108: Recording Audio

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • The movie recording capacity of built-in memory is very small. Use of a memory card (page 174) is recommended when recording movies. • Certain types of memory cards take longer to record data, which can cause movie frames to be dropped. flash on the monitor screen during recording to let you know when a frame has been dropped.
  • Page 109 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Audio Snap”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “On” and then press [SET]. • This enters the Audio Snapshot mode. •...

  • Page 110: Recording Your Voice

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording Your Voice Voice Recording provides quick and easy recording of your voice. • Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format This is the Windows standard format for audio recording. The file extension of a WAVE/ADPCM file is “.WAV”. •...
  • Page 111 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording stops when you press the shutter button, when memory becomes full, or when the battery goes dead. I Audio Recording Precautions • Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject.

  • Page 112: Using The Histogram

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Histogram You can use [ ] (DISP) to display a histogram on the monitor screen (page 30). The histogram lets you check exposure conditions as you record images. You can also display the histogram of a recorded image in the PLAY mode.
  • Page 113 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”...

  • Page 114: Rec Mode Camera Settings

    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 histogram is centered.

  • Page 115: Assigning Functions To The [ ] And [ ] Keys

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Assigning Functions to the [ ] and [ ] Keys A “key customization” feature lets you configure the [ ] and [ ] keys so they change camera settings whenever they are pressed in the REC mode. After you configure the [ ] and [ ] keys, you can change the setting assigned to them without going through the menu screen.

  • Page 116: Turning The On-Screen Grid On And Off

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off You can display gridlines on the monitor screen to help you compose images and ensure that the camera is straight when recording. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Grid”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 117: Using Icon Help

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Icon Help Icon Help displays guidance text about an icon when you select it on the monitor screen while in the REC mode (page 27). • Icon Help text is displayed for the following functions: Flash mode, focus mode, white balance, self-timer, recording type, EV shift.

  • Page 118: Specifying Power On Default Settings

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Power On Default Settings The camera’s “mode memory” feature lets you specify the power on default settings individually for the BEST SHOT mode, flash mode, focus mode, white balance mode, ISO sensitivity, AF Area, metering, self-timer, flash intensity, digital zoom mode, manual focus position and zoom position.
  • Page 119 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Memory”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the item you want to change, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 120: Specifying Iso Sensitivity

    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.

  • Page 121: Selecting The Metering Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Metering Mode The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. You can use the following procedure to change the camera’s metering mode. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Metering”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 122: Using The Filter Function

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • When “Multi” is selected as the metering mode, certain procedures cause the metering mode setting to change automatically as described below. • Changing the exposure compensation setting (page 83) to a value other than 0.0 changes the metering mode setting to “Center Weighted.”...

  • Page 123: Specifying Outline Sharpness

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Outline Sharpness Use the following procedure to control the sharpness of image outlines. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Sharpness”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 124: Specifying Contrast

    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. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Contrast”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 125: Resetting The Camera

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Once date and time information is stamped in a print, it cannot be edited or deleted. • Use the “Date Style” setting (page 166) to specify the format of the date. • The recording date and time are determined in accordance with the camera’s clock settings (pages 47, 165) when the snapshot is recorded.

  • Page 126: Basic Playback Operation

    The actual display image appears a short while after the preview image. This does not apply to images copied from another digital camera. Image quality Image size Date and time...

  • Page 127: Playing An Audio Snapshot

    PLAYBACK Playing an Audio Snapshot Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot (indicated by ) and play its audio. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] until the image you want is displayed. Press [SET]. •...

  • Page 128: Zooming The Display Image

    PLAYBACK Zooming the Display Image Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen up to eight times its normal size. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want. Shift the zoom controller towards ) to enlarge the...

  • Page 129: Resizing An Image

    PLAYBACK Resizing an Image You can resize a recorded image to one of three sizes. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Resize”, and then press [ ]. • Note that this operation is possible only when a snapshot image is on the monitor screen.

  • Page 130: Cropping An Image

    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. • Note that you cannot resize the following types of images. —...
  • Page 131 PLAYBACK Move the zoom controller left and right to zoom the image. • The part of the image displayed on the monitor screen is the cropped part. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to to scroll the part to be cropped up, down, left, and right.

  • Page 132: Keystone Correction

    PLAYBACK Keystone Correction Use the following procedure to correct the snapshot of a blackboard, document, poster, photograph, or other rectangular object that is out of square because it was recorded at an angle. • Performing keystone correction on an image causes a new (corrected) version (2M (1600 ×...

  • Page 133: Using Color Restoration To Correct The Color Of An Old Photograph

    Color of an Old Photograph Color restoration let you correct the old color of a photograph shot with a digital camera. This function is useful for correcting existing old photographs, posters, etc. • Performing color restoration on an image causes a new (restored) version (2M (1600 ×...
  • Page 134 PLAYBACK Move the zoom controller left and right to zoom the cropping boundary. • Resize the cropping boundary as required to crop the area you want. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the cropping boundary to the location you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 135: Playing And Editing A Movie

    PLAYBACK Playing and Editing a Movie Playing a Movie Use the following procedure to play a movie you recorded with this camera. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through movies on the monitor screen and display the one you want.

  • Page 136: Editing A Movie

    PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • You can adjust the volume level of movie audio during movie playback only. • You can zoom a movie up to 3.5 times normal size. • Playback may not be possible for movies not recorded with this camera. Editing a Movie Use the procedure in this section to edit and delete movies.
  • Page 137 PLAYBACK I To cut everything before or after a specific frame While the movie you are editing is playing, press [SET]. • This will pause movie playback. Press [ ]. • You can also display the same screen while in the PLAY mode, by pressing [MENU], selecting the “PLAY”...
  • Page 138 PLAYBACK When the frame you want is displayed, press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes,” and then press [SET]. • The message “Busy... Please wait...” will remain on the display as the cut operation is performed. Cutting is complete when the message disappears.
  • Page 139 PLAYBACK Display the starting frame where you want the first cut to be located. To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse Press [ ] or [ ]. playback Pause or unpause movie Press [SET]. playback Scroll paused playback one Press [ ] or [ ].

  • Page 140: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie

    PLAYBACK Capturing a Still Image from a Movie (MOTION PRINT) The MOTION PRINT feature lets you capture a frame from an existing movie and create a still image that is suitable for printing. There are two layouts you can use when capturing an image, and the layout you select determines the final image size.

  • Page 141: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie (Motion Print) 140 Displaying The 9-Image View

    PLAYBACK Use [ ] and [ ] to display the frame that you want to use as the main image. • Holding down either button scrolls at high speed. After selecting the frame you want, press [SET]. • This displays the resulting still image.

  • Page 142: Displaying The Calendar Screen

    PLAYBACK Selection boundary Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the selection boundary to the image you want. Pressing [ ] while the selection boundary is in the right column or [ ] while it is in the left column scrolls to the next full screen of nine images.

  • Page 143: Playing A Slideshow

    PLAYBACK • appears in place of the image when the date contains data that cannot be displayed by this camera. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the selection boundary to the date you want, and then press [SET].
  • Page 144 PLAYBACK Use the screen that appears to configure the image, time, interval, and effect settings. • All Images Displays all images in camera memory. • OnIy This icon appears only in the case of snapshots and audio snapshots. Images • OnIy This icon appears only in the case of movies.
  • Page 145 “Images” setting is “Favorites” or “ Only”, or when the slideshow “Interval” setting is “MAX”, “1 sec”, or “2 sec”. • Images copied from another digital camera or a computer may take longer time to appear than the slideshow interval time you specify.

  • Page 146: Using The Photo Stand Feature

    PLAYBACK Using the Photo Stand Feature The “Photo Stand” feature lets you specify what should appear on the camera’s monitor screen while the camera is on its USB cradle. You can play a Photo Stand slideshow without worrying about remaining battery power, or you can specify display of a particular image.

  • Page 147: Rotating The Display Image

    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. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY”...

  • Page 148: Adding Audio To A Snapshot

    • You may not be able to rotate a digital image that was recorded with another type of digital camera. • You cannot rotate the following types of images. — Movie images and the voice recording file icon —...

  • Page 149: To Re-Record Audio

    PLAYBACK In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through snapshots until the one to which you want to add audio is displayed. Press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Dubbing”, and then press [ ]. Press the shutter button to start audio recording.

  • Page 150: Playing Back A Voice Recording File

    PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far Microphone from the subject. • The (Audio) icon appears on the monitor screen after audio recording is complete.

  • Page 151: Displaying Camera Images On A Tv Screen

    PLAYBACK To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse Hold down [ ] or [ ]. the audio Pause and unpause audio Press [SET]. playback Press [ ] and then use [ ] Adjust audio volume and [ ]. Toggle monitor screen Press [ ] (DISP).
  • Page 152 PLAYBACK Turn off the camera. Set the camera onto the USB cradle. Turn on the TV and select its video input mode. Press [ ] to turn on the camera, and then perform the required operation for playback. IMPORTANT! • Make sure that “Power On” or “Power On/Off” is selected for the camera’s power on/off functions (page 172) when you connect to a TV to view images.

  • Page 153: Selecting The Video Output System

    PLAYBACK Selecting the Video Output System You can select either NTSC or PAL for the video system to match the system of the TV you are using. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Video Out”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 154: Playback

    DELETING FILES 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.

  • Page 155: Deleting All Files

    DELETING FILES Deleting All Files In the PLAY mode, press [ ] ( Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All Files Delete”, and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes”. • To exit the file delete operation without deleting anything, select “No”.

  • Page 156: File Management

    FILE MANAGEMENT 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 memory or on the memory card.

  • Page 157: Protecting Files

    FILE MANAGEMENT Protecting Files Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 154). You can protect files individually or you can protect all files in memory with a single operation. IMPORTANT! • Even if a file is protected, it still will be deleted by a memory card format operation (page 177) or a built- in memory format operation (page 173).

  • Page 158: To Protect All Files In Memory

    FILE MANAGEMENT To protect all files in memory In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Protect”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All Files : On”, and then press [SET]. •...
  • Page 159 FILE MANAGEMENT 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. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to copy to the FAVORITE folder.

  • Page 160: To Display A File In The Favorite Folder

    FILE MANAGEMENT To display a file in the FAVORITE folder In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Show”, and then press [SET]. •...

  • Page 161: To Delete A File From The Favorite Folder

    FILE MANAGEMENT To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Show”, and then press [SET]. Press [ ] ( Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to delete from the FAVORITE folder.

  • Page 162: Other Settings

    OTHER SETTINGS OTHER SETTINGS Configuring Sound Settings You can configure different sounds to play whenever you turn on the camera, press the shutter button half-way or all the way, or perform a key operation. To configure sound settings Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up”...

  • Page 163: To Set The Audio Volume Level For Movie And Audio Snapshot Playback

    OTHER SETTINGS To set the audio volume level for movie and audio snapshot playback Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “ Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the playback volume setting you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 164: Specifying The File Name Serial Number Generation Method

    OTHER SETTINGS IMPORTANT! • You can select any one of the following types of image as the startup image. — The camera’s built-in image — A snapshot — The image only of an audio snapshot • Only one image can be stored in startup image memory at one time.

  • Page 165: Setting The Clock

    OTHER SETTINGS Setting the Clock Use the procedures in this section to select a Home Time Zone, and to change its date and time settings. If you want to change the time and date setting only without changing the Home Time Zone, perform the procedure under “To set the current time and date”...

  • Page 166: To Set The Current Time And Date

    OTHER SETTINGS To set the current time and date Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Adjust”, and then press [ ]. Set the current date and the time. To do this: Do this: Change the setting at the current Press [ ] or [ ].

  • Page 167: Using World Time

    OTHER SETTINGS Using World Time You can use the World Time screen to select a time zone and instantly change the time setting of the camera’s clock when you go on a trip, etc. World Time lets you select one of 162 cities in 32 time zones.

  • Page 168: Editing The Date And Time Of An Image

    OTHER SETTINGS Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the geographical area you want, and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the city you want, and then press [SET]. When the setting is the way you want, press [SET] to apply it and exit the setting screen.

  • Page 169: Changing The Display Language

    OTHER SETTINGS To do this: Change the value at the cursor location Move the cursor between settings Toggle between 12-hour and 24-hour timekeeping When all the settings are the way you want, press [SET] to apply them. • After editing the time and date, display the image to confirm that the date and time are correct.

  • Page 170: Changing The Brightness Of The Monitor Screen

    OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Brightness of the Monitor Screen You can use the following procedure to change the brightness of the monitor screen. Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Screen”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 171: Changing The Usb Port Protocol

    OTHER SETTINGS 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.

  • Page 172: Configuring [ ] (Rec) And [ ] (Play) Power On/Off Functions

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

  • Page 173: Formatting Built-In Memory

    OTHER SETTINGS 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. •...

  • Page 174: Using A Memory Card

    USING A MEMORY CARD USING A MEMORY CARD You can expand the storage capabilities of your camera by using a commercially available memory card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card or MultiMediaCard). You can also copy files from built-in memory to a memory card and from a built-in memory card to built-in memory.

  • Page 175: Using A Memory Card

    USING A MEMORY CARD Using a Memory Card IMPORTANT! • Make sure you turn off the camera before inserting or removing a memory card. • Be sure to orient the card correctly when inserting it. Never try to force a memory card into the slot when you feel resistance.

  • Page 176: To Replace The Memory Card

    • Should water or any foreign object ever get into the card slot, immediately turn off the camera, remove the battery, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. • Never remove a card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so can cause the file save operation to fail, and even damage the memory card.

  • Page 177: Formatting A Memory Card

    USING A MEMORY CARD Formatting a Memory Card Before using a new memory card for the first time, you need to format it. Once you format a memory card, you will not need to format it each time you use it. Formatting a memory card that already has files on it will delete its contents.

  • Page 178: Copying Files

    USING A MEMORY CARD I 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.

  • Page 179: To Copy All The Files In Built-In Memory To A Memory Card

    USING A MEMORY CARD To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card Load the memory card into the camera. Turn on the camera. Next, enter the PLAY mode and press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Copy”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 180: To Copy A Specific File From A Memory Card To Built-In Memory

    USING A MEMORY CARD To copy a specific file from a memory card to built-in memory Perform steps 1 through 3 of the procedure under “To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card”. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Card and then press [SET].

  • Page 181: Printing Images

    PRINTING IMAGES 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. I Professional Print Service The camera’s DPOF feature lets you specify which images...

  • Page 182: Dpof

    The letters “DPOF” stand for “Digital Print Order Format”, which is a format for recording on a memory card or other medium which digital camera images should be printed and how many copies of the image should be printed. Then you can print on a...

  • Page 183: To Configure Print Settings For A Single Image

    PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for a single image In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF Printing”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Select images”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want.

  • Page 184: To Configure Print Settings For All Images

    PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for all images In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF Printing”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All images”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the number of copies.
  • Page 185 PRINTING IMAGES IMPORTANT! • DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. This means that if you perform another printing operation without clearing DPOF settings, printing will be performed in accordance with the last settings you configured. If you want to prevent this from happening, perform the procedure under “To configure print settings for all images”...

  • Page 186: Using Pictbridge Or Usb Direct-Print

    PRINTING IMAGES Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT, and perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF support (page 182) also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed.
  • Page 187 PRINTING IMAGES Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and a printer. USB cable (bundled) USB port Connector A • Also, connect the AC adaptor to the USB cradle and plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet. •...
  • Page 188 PRINTING IMAGES Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Paper Size”, and then press [ ]. 10 . Use [ ] and [ ] to select the paper size you want to use for printing, and then press [SET]. •...

  • Page 189: Date Printing

    PRINTING IMAGES 12 . On the camera’s monitor screen, use [ ] and [ ] to select “Print”, and then press [SET]. • This starts printing and displays the message “Busy... Please wait...” on the monitor screen. The message will disappear after a short while, even though printing is still being performed.

  • Page 190: Printing Precautions

    PRINTING IMAGES • Specifying date printing with the Photohands software that comes with the camera — See page 23 of the Photohands User’s Guide for details. The Photohands User’s Guide is provided as a PDF file on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with your camera.

  • Page 191: Print Image Matching Iii

    PRINTING IMAGES PRINT Image Matching III Images include PRINT Image Matching data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you intended when you recorded them.

  • Page 192: Viewing Images On A Computer

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER After using the USB cradle 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.
  • Page 193 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 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 are using battery power without the AC adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.
  • Page 194 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Click [USB driver B] and then [Install]. • This starts installation. • Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen to complete the installation. • The following steps show installation under the English version of Windows. When the final setup screen appears, click the [Exit] button on the CD-ROM menu to exit the menu, and then remove the CD-ROM from...
  • Page 195 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and your computer’s USB port. USB cable (bundled) USB port Connector A • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the USB cradle or your computer.
  • Page 196 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Place the camera onto the USB cradle. • Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it is turned on. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. • This will cause your computer to create a hardware profile for camera’s built-in memory or the memory card loaded in the camera.
  • Page 197 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Double-click “Removable Disk”. • Your computer sees the camera’s file memory as a removable disk. Double-click the “Dcim” folder. Double-click the folder that contains the image you want. Double-click the file that contains the image you want to view.
  • Page 198 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER NOTE • If you already have a folder named “Dcim” in your computer’s “My Documents” folder, performing the procedures under step 19 above will overwrite the existing “Dcim” folder with the newly saved folder. If you want to save the contents of the existing “Dcim”...

  • Page 199: Using The Camera With A Macintosh Computer

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I 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 or USB cradle operation while data communication is in progress.
  • Page 200 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! • If you want to transfer files from the camera’s built-in memory to a computer, make sure there is no memory card loaded in the camera before you place it onto the USB cradle. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then plug it in to a household power outlet.
  • Page 201 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Press the camera’s power button to turn it on, and then press its [MENU] button. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT)”, and then press [SET].
  • Page 202 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Double-click the file that contains the image you want to view. • For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on page 205. NOTE • If you open a rotated image on your Macintosh, the original unrotated version will appear (page 147).

  • Page 203: Using A Memory Card To Transfer Images To A Computer

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I 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 or USB cradle operation while data communication is in progress.

  • Page 204: Memory Data

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using a Commercially Available SD Memory Card/ SDHC Memory Card Reader/Writer See the user documentation that comes with the SD memory card/SDHC memory card reader/writer for details about how to use it. Using a Commercially Available PC Card Reader/Writer and PC Card Adaptor (for an SD memory card, SDHC memory card or MMC) See the user documentation that comes with the PC card...

  • Page 205: Memory Folder Structure

    * These folders are created in built-in memory only. I 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...

  • Page 206: Image Files Supported By The Camera

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER • DPOF file folder Folder that contains DPOF files • BEST SHOT folder (Built-in memory only) Folder that contains BEST SHOT user setup files • User setup file (Built-in memory only) Files that contain BEST SHOT user setups •...
  • Page 207 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I 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.

  • Page 208: Using The Camera With A Windows Computer

    Macintosh (see page 222). Using the Camera with a Windows Computer Your digital camera comes bundled with useful applications for using it in combination with a computer. Install the applications you need on your computer. Selecting the Software You Need Install the software on your computer that allows you to perform the type of operations you want.
  • Page 209 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Purpose Software Name Snapshot retouching, Photohands 1.0 reorientation, printing Movie playback * DirectX 9.0c Transfer of images to the Photo Transport camera Viewing of user Adobe Reader 6.0 documentation (PDF) files – Supported Windows Versions XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Install Photohands 1.0 (page 214).

  • Page 210: Computer System Requirements

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application.

  • Page 211: Managing Images On A Pc

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Managing Images on a PC To manage images on a PC, you need to install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. Photo Loader lets you import images from the camera to your computer automatically, to arrange images by recording date, and to display images in a calendar format.
  • Page 212 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File You should always read the “Read me” file for “Photo Loader” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application.
  • Page 213 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! • Be sure to follow the instructions carefully and completely. If you make a mistake when installing Photo Loader, you may not be able to browse your existing library information and HTML files that are created automatically by Photo Loader.

  • Page 214: Retouching, Reorienting, And Printing A Snapshot

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Retouching, Reorienting, and Printing a Snapshot In order to retouch, reorient, or print snapshots on your PC, you need to install Photohands from the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “Photohands”.

  • Page 215: Playing A Movie

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File You should always read the “Read me” file for “Photohands” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application.

  • Page 216: Transferring Images To The Camera

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! • The above is the recommended environment. Configuring this environment does not guarantee proper operation. • Even if your computer meets the recommended requirements described above, certain settings and other installed software may interfere with proper playback of movies.

  • Page 217: Getting Started

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I 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.
  • Page 218 First, establish a connection between the camera and computer (page 192). On the Windows Start menu, click [All Programs], and then point to [CASIO] and then [Photo Transport]. Click [Photo Transport] to start up. To transfer image files to the camera...
  • Page 219 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Follow the instructions that appear on the display to transfer the image file to the camera. • The image transfer method and detailed image settings used depend on the Photo Transport settings. For details, see Photo Transport help (page 220).

  • Page 220: Viewing User Documentation (Pdf Files)

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Follow the instructions that appear on the display to transfer a capture of the selected area to the camera. • The image transfer method and detailed image settings used depend on the Photo Transport settings.

  • Page 221: User Registration

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 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. Click the “Register” button. • This starts up your Web browser and accesses the user registration website.

  • Page 222: Selecting The Software You Need

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer Your digital camera comes bundled with useful applications for using it in combination with a computer. Install the applications you need on your computer. Selecting the Software You Need Install the software on your Macintosh that allows you to perform the type of operations you want.

  • Page 223: Computer System Requirements

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application.

  • Page 224: Managing Images On A Macintosh

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Managing Images on a Macintosh I To manage images on a Macintosh running OS 9 Install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. Photo Loader lets you import images from the camera to your Macintosh automatically, to arrange images by recording date, and to display images in a calendar format.

  • Page 225: Playing A Movie

    Acrobat Reader. I To view the camera user’s guide On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. Open the “Digital Camera” folder, and then open the folder for the language whose user’s guide you want to view. Open the file named “camera_xx.pdf”.

  • Page 226: To Register As A Camera User

    I To view the Photo Loader user’s guide On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. Open the “Photo Loader” folder and then open the “English” folder. Open “PhotoLoader_english”. To register as a camera user Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following CASIO website to register: http://world.casio.com/qv/register/...

  • Page 227: Menu Reference

    APPENDIX APPENDIX Menu Reference The following shows lists of menus that appear in the REC mode and the PLAY mode, and their settings. • The settings that are underlined in the following table are initial defaults. I REC Mode G REC Tab Menu Focus (Auto Focus) / (Pan Focus) /...
  • Page 228 APPENDIX G Quality Tab Menu 7M (3072 × 2304) / 7M (3:2) (3072 × 2048) / Size 5M (2560 × 1920) / 3M (2048 × 1536) / 2M (1600 × 1200) / VGA (640 × 480) Quality Fine / Normal / Economy (Snapshots) Quality HQ / Normal / LP...
  • Page 229 APPENDIX I PLAY Mode G PLAY Tab Menu Slideshow Start / Images / Time / Interval / Effect / Cancel Calendar – MOTION PRINT 9 frames / 1 frame / Cancel Movie Editing Cut (Before) / (Between) / Keystone – Color Correction –...

  • Page 230: Indicator Lamp Reference

    APPENDIX Indicator Lamp Reference The camera has two indicator lamps: an operation lamp and an AF assist light/self-timer lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the camera. Operation lamp AF assist light / self-timer lamp * There are three lamp flash patterns.
  • Page 231 APPENDIX AF assist light / Operation Lamp self-timer lamp Green Amber Memory card problem / Memory card is unformatted. / Pattern 2 BEST SHOT setup cannot be registered. Memory card is locked. / Cannot create folder. / Memory is full. / Write error Pattern 3 Low battery alert Pattern 3...

  • Page 232: Usb Cradle Indicator Lamps

    APPENDIX I PLAY Mode AF assist light / Operation Lamp self-timer lamp Green Operational (Power on, recording enabled) One of the following operations is being performed: delete, DPOF, image protect, copy, format, power Pattern 3 down, image resizing, image trimming, after recording, MOTION PRINT, movie editing Memory card problem / Memory Pattern 2...

  • Page 233: Troubleshooting Guide

    APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Power does not turn on. 1) The battery is not oriented correctly. 2) The battery is dead. Camera suddenly powers 1) Auto Power Off activated (page 43). down. 2) The battery is dead. Image is not recorded 1) The camera is in the PLAY mode.
  • Page 234 APPENDIX Symptom Auto Focus does not focus 1) The lens is dirty. properly. 2) The subject is not located in the center of the focus frame when you compose the image. 3) The subject you are shooting is a type that is not compatible with Auto Focus operation (page 57).
  • Page 235 APPENDIX Symptom Camera powers down The battery is dead. during self-timer countdown. Monitor screen image is 1) You are using the Manual Focus mode and out of focus. have not focused the image. 2) You are trying to use the Macro mode ( when shooting a scenery or portrait shot.
  • Page 236 APPENDIX Symptom Vertical lines on the Recording a very brightly lit subject can cause a monitor screen. vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image. Out of focus images. The subject is outside the shooting range of the camera. Digital noise in images.
  • Page 237 If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO service center. Action...

  • Page 238: If You Have Problems Installing The Usb Driver

    Windows 98SE/98 before installing the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM, or if you have another type of driver installed. This will make it impossible for the computer to recognize the digital camera when it is connected. If this happens, you will need to re-install the camera’s USB driver.

  • Page 239: Display Messages

    This message appears and the camera turns off whenever lens performs some unexpected operation. If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO service center. Load paper! The camera is in the Printer mode, and the printer is out of paper.
  • Page 240 SYSTEM ERROR Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or a CASIO service center. The card is locked. The LOCK switch of the SD memory card or SDHC memory card is locked. You cannot store images to or delete images from a memory card that is locked.

  • Page 241: Specifications

    APPENDIX Specifications Product ... Digital Camera Model ... EX-Z700 I 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) Audio ... WAV Recording Media ... 8.3MB built-in memory...
  • Page 242 APPENDIX • Movies Image Maximum Approximate Approximate Size Recording Data Rate Recording (Pixels) Time Per (Frame Rate) Time for Built- File in Memory 10 minutes 10.2 megabits 6 seconds 640 × 480 per second (30 frames / second) Normal 10 minutes 6.1 megabits 11 seconds 512 ×...
  • Page 243 APPENDIX Exposure Control Light Metering ... Multi-pattern, center-weighted, spot by Exposure ... Program AE Exposure Compensation ... –2EV to +2EV (1/3EV units) Shutter ... CCD electronic shutter; mechanical shutter Snapshot mode (Auto): 1/2 to 1/2000 second • Shutter speed is different for the following BEST SHOT scenes.
  • Page 244 APPENDIX Monitor Screen ... 2.7-inch TFT color LCD 153,600 pixels (640 × 240) Viewfinder ... Monitor screen Timekeeping Functions ... Built-in digital quartz clock Date and Time ... Recorded with image data Auto Calendar ... To 2049 World Time ... City; Date; Time; Summer time; 162 cities in 32 time zones Input/Output Terminals ...
  • Page 245 APPENDIX • The above values are based a new battery, starting from a full charge. Repeated charging shortens battery life. • Frequency of flash, zoom, and Auto Focus usage, and the time the camera is on greatly affects recording time and number of shots values.
  • Page 246 APPENDIX I Special AC Adaptor (AD-C52S) Power Requirement ... 100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 90 mA Output ... 5.3V DC, 650 mA Dimensions ... 63(W) × 20(H) × 50(D) mm (2.5˝(W) × 0.8˝(H) × 2.0˝(D)) (excluding projections and cable) Weight ... Approximately 76 g (2.7 oz) I Special AC Adaptor (AD-C52G) Power Requirement ...
  • Page 247 CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD. 6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan MA0612-D...

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