Page 1: Digital Camera
Digital Camera EX-Z500 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 • Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera. Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type) (AD-C52G) USB Cradle...
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 Using the Self-timer ... 67 Specifying Image Size ... 70 Specifying Image Quality ... 71 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Focus Mode ... 72 Using Auto Focus Using the Macro Mode Using Pan Focus Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus Using Focus Lock Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ...
Page 5 INTRODUCTION PLAYBACK Basic Playback Operation ... 115 Playing an Audio Snapshot Zooming the Display Image ... 117 Resizing an Image ... 118 Cropping an Image ... 119 Playing and Editing a Movie ... 121 Playing a Movie Editing a Movie Capturing a Still Image from a Movie (MOTION PRINT) Displaying the 9-image View ...
Page 6 INTRODUCTION OTHER SETTINGS Configuring Sound Settings ... 148 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 ... 149 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method ...
Page 7 INTRODUCTION VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ... 176 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ... 184 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer ... 188 Memory Data ... 189 DCF Protocol Memory Folder Structure Image Files Supported by the Camera...
Page 8 EX-Z500. • 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 and/or Photohands.
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 INTRODUCTION • Triple Self-timer (page 67) The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times, automatically. • Quick Shutter (page 74) When you press the shutter button all the way down without pausing, the camera immediately records the image without waiting for Auto Focus to be performed. This helps to avoid missing a special moment while you wait for the camera to Auto Focus.
Page 11 INTRODUCTION • Calendar screen (page 128) A simple operation displays a full-month calendar on the camera’s monitor screen. Each day of the full-month calendar shows a thumbnail of the first file recorded for that date, which helps to make searching for a particular file quicker and easier.
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. — Removing the battery or memory card, or setting the camera onto the USB cradle while the camera is performing a record or memory access operation —...
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). • Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera.
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 48 for details. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 DISP [SET] Press the power button to turn on the camera.
Page 20: To Record An Image
QUICK START GUIDE To record an image See page 52 for details. Auto recording icon Focus frame Operation lamp Before using a commercially available memory card, be sure to first format it using the camera’s formatting procedure. For details about formatting a memory card, see page 162.
Page 21: To View A Recorded Image
QUICK START GUIDE To view a recorded image See page 115 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-Z500 Digital Camera “file memory” The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 53) “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 131). • TV connectability for viewing of images on a television screen (page 137).
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 Date and time • Snapshots: Image size (page 70) (page 151) • Snapshots: Memory capacity EV value (page 80) (pages 54, 222) • Movies: Battery capacity Remaining recording time (page 38) (page 97) • Snapshots: Image quality Histogram (page 102) (page 71) Anti Shake indicator F : Fine...
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 142) Snapshot Example : When a file named Movie CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a folder Audio Snapshot...
Page 29 (page 38) Histogram (page 102) EV value (page 80) IMPORTANT! • Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different Auto digital camera model. Daylight Cloudy Shade Day White Daylight Tungsten Manual...
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. Note, however, that the shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.
Page 35 GETTING READY • It takes about 180 minutes to achieve a full charge. Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions. After charging is complete, remove the camera from the USB cradle. 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.
Page 36 • 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 Battery Life Guidelines The battery life guideline values given below indicate the...
Page 37 GETTING READY Supported Battery: NP-40 (Rated Capacitance: 1300mAh) Storage Medium: SD Memory Card *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;...
Page 38: To Replace The Battery
GETTING READY I Low Battery Indicator The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on the monitor screen changes as battery power is used. The indicator means that remaining battery power is low. Note that you will not be able to record images while the battery indicator is .
Page 39: 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 40 Prolonged contact with battery fluid can cause skin irritation. 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.
Page 41 Doing so creates the risk of fire and electric shock. • 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.
Page 42: Turning The Camera On And Off
GETTING READY • Use the AC adaptor where it will not be splashed with water. Water creates the risk of fire and electric shock. • Do not place a vase or any other container Caution! filled with liquid on top of the AC adaptor. Water creates the risk of fire and electric shock.
Page 43: To Turn Off The Camera
GETTING READY NOTE • Pressing [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera enters the REC mode, while pressing [ the PLAY mode. • Pressing [ ] (PLAY) while in the REC mode switches to the PLAY mode. The lens retracts about 10 seconds after switching modes.
Page 44: Configuring Power Saving Settings
GETTING READY 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 Auto Power Off : Turns off power if you do not perform any operation for a specified amount of...
Page 45: Using The On-Screen Menus
GETTING READY • The Auto Power Off and Sleep features are disabled in the following cases. — When the camera is connected to a computer or some other device through the USB cradle — While a slideshow is in progress —...
Page 46 GETTING READY Press [MENU]. [MENU] MENU DISP [SET ] Settings G Menu Screen Operations Selection cursor (indicates the currently selected item) 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...
Page 47 GETTING READY Press [ ] or [ ] to select the tab you want, and then press [SET] to move the selection cursor from the tab to the settings. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the feature whose setting you want to configure, and then press [ ].
Page 48: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings
GETTING READY Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. • Display language • Home city • Date Style • Date and time Note that the current date and time settings are used by the camera to generate the date and time that are stored along with image data, etc.
Page 49: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings
GETTING READY To configure display language and clock settings Press the power button, [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the language you want, and then press [SET]. : Japanese English : English...
Page 50 GETTING READY Use [ ] and [ ] to select the date format setting you want, and then press [SET]. Example: December 24, 2005 To display the date like this: Select this format: 05/12/24 YY/MM/DD 24/12/05 DD/MM/YY 12/24/05 MM/DD/YY Set the current date and the time.
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 86 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 110), 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). IMPORTANT! • When you perform a digital zoom operation, the camera manipulates the image data to enlarge the center of the image.
Page 61 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 62: 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 0.4 to 2.4 meters (1.3´ to 7.9´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) Telephoto Optical Zoom: Approximately 0.4 to 1.3 meters (1.3´...
Page 63 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 64: 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 65: 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 66 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Auto”, and then press [SET]. • Selecting “Off” disables flash assist. IMPORTANT! • Flash assist may not produce the desired result for some types of subjects. • Flash assist may have little effect on your image if you changed any of the following settings when you recorded it.
Page 67: 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 68 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 69 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 70: 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 71: Specifying Image Quality
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.
Page 72: Other Recording Functions
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 73: 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 74 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 76). • 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 75: 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 76: Using The Macro Mode
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 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: 17cm to 50cm (6.7˝ to 19.7˝) • Using optical zoom causes the above range to change. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Page 77: Using Pan Focus
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Pan Focus Pan Focus comes in handy when recording under conditions where Auto Focus is difficult for some reason, or in cases where Auto Focus operation noise is too noticeable in the movie audio. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC”...
Page 78: Using Manual Focus
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Manual Focus With the Manual Focus mode, you can adjust the focus of an image manually. The following shows focus range in the Manual Focus mode. Optical Zoom Factor Approximate Focus Range 17cm (6.7˝) to infinity (∞) 40cm (15.7˝) to infinity (∞) •...
Page 79: Using Focus Lock
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 58) while recording with manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range. cm - ∞ Example: MF will be replaced by the actual focusing range value.
Page 80: Exposure Compensation (Ev Shift)
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Keeping the shutter button pressed half way down, re- compose the image as you like. When the image is composed the way you want, press the shutter button the rest of the way to record it. • The focus and image recording operations are identical to those in the Auto Focus mode.
Page 81 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to change the exposure compensation value, and then press [SET]. • Pressing [SET] registers the displayed value. [ ] : Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light-colored subjects and backlight subjects.
Page 82: Adjusting White Balance
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Adjusting White Balance The wavelengths of the light produced by various light sources (daylight, light bulb, etc.) can affect the color of a subject when it is recorded. White balance lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types, so the colors of an image appear more natural.
Page 83: Configuring The White Balance Setting Manually
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When “Auto” is selected for the white balance setting, the camera automatically determines the white point of the subject. Certain subject colors and light source conditions can cause problems when the camera tries to determine the white point, which makes proper white balance adjustment impossible.
Page 84 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Manual”. • This causes the object you last used to adjust manual white balance to appear on the monitor screen. If you want to use the same settings you configured during a previous manual white balance setting...
Page 85: Recording Consecutive Images (Continuous Shutter Mode)
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording Consecutive Images (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 shutter button remains depressed (and there is enough memory available to store the images).
Page 86: 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 87 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 95). IMPORTANT! • BEST SHOT scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only. •...
Page 88: 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 89: 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 90: 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 91: 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 92: Shooting With High Sensitivity
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Shooting with High Sensitivity Higher sensitivity makes it possible to record brighter images 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 93: 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 94: To Use Business Shot
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When the camera is at an angle to a business card or document it is recording, the shape of the business card or document may appear distorted in the image. Auto keystone correction corrects for this distortion, which means that subjects appear normal even if you record at an angle.
Page 95: Recording A Movie
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 96: Specifying Movie Image Quality
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Movie Image Quality The image quality setting determines how much the camera compresses movie images before storing them. Image quality is expressed as image size in pixels. A “pixel” is one of the many tiny dots that make up an image. More pixels (a larger image size) provide finer detail and higher image quality when a movie is played back.
Page 97: Recording A Movie
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording a Movie In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “ scene, and then press [SET]. • Selecting the “ ” (movie) scene causes “ appear on the monitor screen. Point the camera at Remaining recording time the subject and then...
Page 98: Movie Recording Precautions
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Movie Recording Precautions • The flash does not fire during movie recording • This camera also records audio. Note the following points when recording a movie. — Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers.
Page 99: Recording Audio
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording Audio Adding Audio to a Snapshot You can add audio to a snapshot after you record it. • Image Format: JPEG JPEG is an image format that provides efficient data compression. The file extension of a JPEG file is “.JPG”. •...
Page 100: Recording Your Voice
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to start audio recording. • The operation lamp will flash green while recording is in progress. Recording stops after about 30 seconds or when you press the shutter button. IMPORTANT! • Audio snapshot recording is not supported (audio cannot be recorded) for the following types of recording: “X3”...
Page 101 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Use [ ], [ ], [ ] and Recording time [ ] to select the “Voice Recording” scene, and then press [SET]. • Selecting the “Voice Recording” scene causes “...
Page 102: Using The Histogram
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 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. • Pressing the power button or pressing [ recording and stores any audio recorded up to that point.
Page 103 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • An RGB histogram that shows the distribution of R (red), G (green), and B (blue) components is also displayed. This histogram can be used to determine whether there is too much or too little of each of the color components in an image.
Page 104 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • A centered histogram indicates that there is good distribution of light pixels and dark pixels. This type of histogram results when the overall image is at optimal lightness. IMPORTANT! • Note that the above histograms are shown for illustrative purposes only.
Page 105: Rec Mode Camera Settings
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS REC Mode Camera Settings The following are the settings you can configure before recording an image using the REC mode. • L/R key setting (key customization) • Grid on/off • Image Review on/off • Power on default settings •...
Page 106: 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 107: 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 108: 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 109 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 110: 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 111: 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 112: 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 80) to a value other than 0.0 changes the metering mode setting to “Center Weighted.”...
Page 113: 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 114: 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 115: 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 116: 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 117: 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 118: 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 119: 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 120 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 121: 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 122: 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 123 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 124 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 125 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 126: 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 127: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie (Motion Print) 126 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 128: Displaying The Calendar Screen
PLAYBACK 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 129: Playing A Slideshow
PLAYBACK • The file displayed on the calendar for each date is the first file that was recorded on that date. • To exit the calendar screen, press [MENU] or [BS]. • On the calendar screen, indicates a voice recording file (page 100). •...
Page 130 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 131 “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 132: 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 133: Rotating The Display Image
• 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 134: Adding Audio To A Snapshot
PLAYBACK Adding Audio to a Snapshot The “after-recording” feature lets you add audio to snapshots after they are recorded. You can also re-record the audio of an audio snapshot (one with a • 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 135: To Re-Record Audio
PLAYBACK To re-record audio In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through snapshots until the one whose audio you want to re-record is displayed. Press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Dubbing”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Delete”, and then press [SET].
Page 136: Playing Back A Voice Recording File
PLAYBACK Playing Back a Voice Recording File Perform the following steps to play back a voice recording file. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to display the voice recording file (a file with you want to play. Press [SET].
Page 137: Displaying Camera Images On A Tv Screen
PLAYBACK Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen You can display recorded images on a TV screen. To display camera images on a TV, you need a television equipped with a video input terminal, USB cradle, and the AV cable that comes with the camera. Connect one end of the AV cable that comes with the camera to the [AV OUT] port of the USB cradle, and the other end to the video...
Page 138: Selecting The Video Output System
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Make sure that “Power On” or “Power On/Off” is selected for the camera’s power on/off functions (page 156) when you connect to a TV to view images. • All icons and indicators that appear on the monitor screen also appear on the TV screen.
Page 139 PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Images will not display properly if you select the wrong video system. • This camera supports the NTSC and PAL video systems only. Images will not display properly if you use a TV (monitor) that is designed for a different video system.
Page 140: 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 141: 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 142: 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 143: Protecting Files
FILE MANAGEMENT Protecting Files Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 140). 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 162) or a built- in memory format operation (page 157).
Page 144: 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 145 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 146: 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 147: 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 148: 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 149: 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 150: 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 151: 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 152: 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 153: 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 154: Changing The Display Language
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 155: Changing The Brightness Of The Monitor Screen
OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Brightness of the Monitor Screen You can use the following procedure to toggle the brightness of the monitor screen between two levels. 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 156: Configuring [ ] (Rec) And [ ] (Play) Power On/Off Functions
OTHER SETTINGS • Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT) causes the camera to see the computer as an external storage device. Use this setting for normal transfer of images from the camera to a computer (using the bundled Photo Loader application). • PTP (PictBridge) simplifies the transfer of image data to the connected device.
Page 157: Formatting Built-In Memory
OTHER SETTINGS To configure this operation: Power turns on when [ ] (REC) or ] (PLAY) is pressed (but does not turn off) Power turns on or off when [ (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) is pressed Power does not turn on or off when ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) is pressed...
Page 158 OTHER SETTINGS Check to make sure there is no memory card loaded in the camera. • If there is a memory card loaded in the camera, remove it (page 161). Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Format”, and then press [ ].
Page 159: 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 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 160: 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 161: 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 162: Formatting A Memory Card
USING A MEMORY CARD Formatting 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.
Page 163: 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 164: 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 165 USING A MEMORY CARD Press [MENU] to exit the copy operation. NOTE • Files are copied to the folder in built-in memory whose name has the largest number.
Page 166: 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 167: 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 168: 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”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Select images”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want.
Page 169: 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”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All images”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the number of copies.
Page 170: Using Pictbridge Or Usb Direct-Print
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 171 PRINTING IMAGES Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. When connecting to this type of Select this setting: device: Computer or USB DIRECT- Mass Storage (USB...
Page 172 PRINTING IMAGES Turn off the camera, and then set the camera on the USB cradle. Turn on the printer. Load paper for printing the images into the printer. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. • This displays the print menu on the camera’s monitor screen.
Page 173 PRINTING IMAGES 11 . Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the print option you want. • To print a single image: Select “1 Image” and then press [SET]. Next, use [ ] and [ ] to select the image you want to print.
Page 174: Date Printing
PRINTING IMAGES Date Printing Any one of the procedures described below can be used to include the recording date in image prints. Correct date printing requires that the current date be set on the camera before the image is recorded. •...
Page 175: 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 176: Using The Camera With A Windows 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 177 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 178 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Set the bundled CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “USB driver”. On the menu screen that appears, click “English”. Click [USB driver B] and then [Install]. •...
Page 179 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. [DC IN 5.3V] • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the USB cradle or your computer. USB ports and cable plugs are shaped for proper positioning.
Page 180 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 181 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER • Pressing the [USB] button enters the USB mode, which causes the USB cradle’s [USB] lamp to light green (page 213). • At this point, some operating systems will display a “Removable Disk” dialog box. If your operating system does, close the dialog box.
Page 182 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Depending on your operating system, perform one of the following procedures to save the files, if you want. Windows 2000, Me, 98SE, 98 1. In the camera’s file memory (Removable Disk), right- click the “Dcim” folder. 2.
Page 183: Usb Connection Precautions
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Depending on the version of Windows you are running, use one of the following procedures to terminate the USB connection. Windows XP/98SE/98 Users • After pressing the USB cradle’s [USB] button and making sure that the [USB] lamp is not lit, remove the camera from the USB cradle.
Page 184: Using The Camera With A Macintosh Computer
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 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 USB connections, etc.
Page 185 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. [DC IN 5.3V] • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the USB cradle or your computer. USB ports and cable plugs are shaped for proper positioning.
Page 186 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 187 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 190. NOTE • If you open a rotated image on your Macintosh, the original unrotated version will appear (page 133).
Page 188: 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 189: Dcf Protocol
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using a Commercially Available SD Memory Card Reader/Writer See the user documentation that comes with the SD 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 or MMC) See the user documentation that comes with the PC card reader/writer and PC card adaptor for details about how to use them.
Page 190: 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 191: Image Files Supported By The Camera
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER • FAVORITE folder (Built-in memory only) Folder that contains Favorites image files (Image Size: 320 × 240 pixels) • DPOF file folder Folder that contains DPOF files • BEST SHOT folder (Built-in memory only) Folder that contains BEST SHOT user setup files •...
Page 192 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 193: Using The Camera With A Windows Computer
Macintosh (see page 203). 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. About the bundled CD-ROM The CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera contains the applications described below.
Page 194 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Purpose Software Name Snapshot retouching, Photohands 1.0 reorientation, printing Movie playback Windows Media Player 9 * DirectX 9.0c Viewing of user Adobe Reader 6.0 documentation (PDF) files – CD-ROM Software Supported Windows Versions XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Install Photohands 1.0 (page 199).
Page 195: 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 196: Managing Images On A Pc
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Photohands 1.0 OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Memory: At least 64MB HD: At least 10MB DirectX 9.0c OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 HD: At least 65MB free space during installation, 18MB after installation is complete. Adobe Reader 6.0 OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE CPU: Pentium Memory: 32MB HD: 60MB...
Page 197: Selecting A Language
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 198 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Installing Photo Loader Click the “Install” button for “Photo Loader”. 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 able to browse your existing library information and HTML files that are created automatically by Photo Loader.
Page 199: Retouching, Reorienting, And Printing A Snapshot
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Click [Exit] to exit DirectX Diagnostic Tool. • If your PC already has DirectX 9.0 or higher installed, you do not need to install DirectX 9.0c from the bundled CD-ROM. • If your PC does not have DirectX 9.0 or higher installed, install DirectX 9.0c from the bundled CD- ROM.
Page 200 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 201: Playing A Movie
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Playing a Movie Windows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback. I Movie Playback Precautions Proper movie playback may not be possible on some computers. If you experience problems, try the following. •...
Page 202: Viewing User Documentation (Pdf Files)
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) In the “Manual” area, click the name of the manual you want to read. IMPORTANT! • You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file.
Page 203: Using The Camera With A Macintosh Computer
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. About the bundled CD-ROM The CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera contains the applications described below.
Page 204: 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 205: 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. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “Photo Loader”.
Page 206: Viewing User Documentation (Pdf Files)
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 207: 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 208: 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 209 APPENDIX G Quality Tab Menu 5M (2560 × 1920) / Size 5M (3:2) (2560 × 1712 (3:2)) / 4M (2304 × 1728) / 3M (2048 × 1536) / 2M (1600 × 1200) / VGA (640 × 480) Quality Fine / Normal / Economy (Snapshots) Quality HQ / Normal / LP...
Page 210 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) / Favorites Show / Save / Cancel DPOF Select images / All images / Cancel Protect...
Page 211: 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 212 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 213: 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 214: 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 44). down. 2) The battery is dead. Image is not recorded 1) The camera is in the PLAY mode.
Page 215 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 216 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 217 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 218 APPENDIX Symptom All buttons and switches Circuit problem caused by electrostatic charge, are disabled. impact, etc. while the camera was connected to another device. Monitor screen is off. USB communication is in progress. Cannot transfer files over a 1) Camera is not set securely on the USB cradle. USB connection.
Page 219: 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 220: Display Messages
APPENDIX Display Messages Battery is low. The battery is dead. Cannot correct Keystone correction cannot be performed for some image! reason. The image will be stored as-is, without correction (page 93). Can not find the file. The camera cannot find a image specified by the slideshow “Images”...
Page 221 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 is locked. You cannot store images to or delete images from a memory card that is locked.
Page 222: Specifications
APPENDIX Specifications Product ... Digital Camera Model ... EX-Z500 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 ... 8.7MB built-in memory...
Page 223 APPENDIX • Movies Image Maximum Approximate Approximate Size Recording Data Rate Recording (Pixels) Time Per (Frame Rate) Time for Built- File in Memory Until 10.2 megabits 7 seconds 640 × 480 memory per second full (30 frames / second) Normal Until 6.1 megabits 11 seconds...
Page 224 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): 1/8 to 1/2000 second • Above shutter speeds do not apply when using a BEST SHOT scene.
Page 225 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 226 APPENDIX *2 Continuous Recording Conditions • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) • Monitor screen: On • Flash: Off • Image recorded every 12 seconds, alternating full wide-angle and full telephoto zoom *3 Continuous Snapshot Playback Conditions • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) • Scroll one image about every 10 seconds *4 Approximate time for continuous movie recording, without using zoom.
Page 227 APPENDIX I Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type) (AD-C52G) Power Requirement ... 100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 83 mA Output ... 5.3V DC, 650 mA Dimensions ... 50(W) × 20(H) × 70(D) mm (2.0˝(W) × 0.8˝(H) × 2.8˝(D)) (excluding projections and cable) Weight ...

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Casio Exilim EX-Z500 User Manual

Introduction

Quick Start Guide

Getting Ready

Basic Image Recording

Other Recording Functions

140 Deleting Files

Playback

File Management

Other Settings

159 Using a Memory Card

Printing Images

176 Viewing Images on a Computer

193 Using the Camera with a Computer

208 Appendix

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