User manual CASIO EX-Z3

E Digital Camera EX-Z3 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, and keep the User's Guide in a safe place for future reference. K855PCM1DMX 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. PHOTO CHARGE USB Camera Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-20) USB Cradle (CA-21) Strap CD-ROM USB Cable Basic Reference · Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera. * The shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area. Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type) AC power cord * Special AC Adaptor (Plug-in Type) 2 INTRODUCTION Contents 2 INTRODUCTION Unpacking .................................................................... 2 Features ....................................................................... 9 Precautions ................................................................. 11 General Precautions Data Error Precautions Operating conditions Condensation LED Backlight Lens Other 11 12 13 13 14 14 14 19 GETTING READY About This Manual ..................................................... 19 General Guide ............................................................ 20 Camera USB Cradle REC mode PLAY mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 20 21 22 23 24 Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 22 Indicator Lamps .......................................................... 24 Attaching the Strap .................................................... 25 Power Requirements ................................................. 25 To load the battery To remove the battery To charge the battery Power Supply Precautions Turning the Camera On and Off Configuring Power Saving Settings 25 27 27 32 35 36 15 QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! ............................................ 15 To configure display language and clock settings ..... 16 To record an image .................................................... 17 To view a recorded image .......................................... 17 To delete an image ..................................................... 18 Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 37 Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 39 To configure display language and clock settings 40 3 INTRODUCTION 43 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording Precautions About Auto Focus About the REC Mode Monitor Screen 45 46 46 Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 61 Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 63 Adjusting White Balance Manually Creating Your Own Best Shot Setup 64 66 Recording an Image ................................................... 43 Using the Best Shot Mode ......................................... 65 Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image (Coupling Shot) .......................................................... 69 Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background Image (Pre-shot) ........................................................ 71 Using the Movie Mode ............................................... 73 Using the Histogram .................................................. 75 REC Mode Camera Settings ..................................... 76 Specifying ISO Sensitivity Turning Image Review On and Off Assigning Functions to the [ ] and [ ] Keys Specifying Power On Default Settings Resetting the Camera 76 77 77 78 79 Using the Optical Viewfinder ...................................... 47 Using Zoom ................................................................ 48 Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Flash Unit Status Flash Precautions 48 49 52 52 Using the Flash .......................................................... 50 Using the Self-timer ................................................... 53 Specifying Image Size and Quality ............................ 55 To specify the image size To specify image quality 55 56 57 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Focus Using the Macro Mode Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus Using Focus Lock 57 58 59 59 60 80 PLAYBACK Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 57 Basic Playback Operation .......................................... 80 Flipping the Display .................................................... 81 Zooming the Display Image ....................................... 82 Resizing an Image ..................................................... 83 4 INTRODUCTION Cropping an Image ..................................................... 84 Playing a Movie .......................................................... 85 Displaying the 9-image View ..................................... 86 Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View 87 PRINT Image Matching II .......................................... 101 Exif Print ................................................................... 101 Using USB DIRECT-PRINT ..................................... 102 Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 104 To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder To display a file in the FAVORITE folder To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 104 105 106 Displaying the Calendar Screen ................................ 87 Playing a Slide Show ................................................. 88 To specify the slideshow images To specify the slideshow time To set the slideshow interval Using the Photo Stand Feature 90 91 91 92 108 OTHER SETTINGS Rotating the Display Image ........................................ 93 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method .................................................. 108 Turning the Key Tone On and Off ............................ 109 Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 109 Using the Alarm ......................................................... 110 To set an alarm Stopping the Alarm To select your Home Time zone To set the current time and date Changing the Date Format To display the World Time screen To configure World Time settings To configure summer time (DST) settings 110 111 112 113 113 114 114 115 94 DELETING FILES Deleting a Single File ................................................. 94 Deleting All Files ........................................................ 95 96 FILE MANAGEMENT Memory Folders and Files To protect a single file To protect all files in memory To configure print settings for a single image To configure print settings for all images 96 97 98 99 100 Setting the Clock ....................................................... 112 Folders ....................................................................... 96 Protecting Files .......................................................... 97 Using World Time ...................................................... 114 DPOF .......................................................................... 98 Changing the Display Language .............................. 116 Formatting Built-in Memory ....................................... 117 5 INTRODUCTION 118 USING A MEMORY CARD To insert a memory card into the camera To remove a memory card from the camera Formatting a Memory Card Memory Card Precautions 119 119 120 121 139 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Creating an album Selecting an Album Layout Configuring Detailed Album Settings Viewing Album Files Saving an Album About the bundled CD-ROM Computer System Requirements Getting Started Selecting a Language Viewing the Contents of the "Read me" File Installing an Application Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) User Registration Exiting the Menu Application 139 140 141 143 146 146 147 148 148 149 149 150 150 150 Using a Memory Card ............................................... 119 Using the Album Feature ......................................... 139 Copying Files ........................................................... 122 To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card 122 To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory 123 Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 146 Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows ... 148 124 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER USB Connection Precautions USB Connection Precautions 129 134 Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 124 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 129 Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer .. 134 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer .......................................................... 135 Memory Data ............................................................ 136 DCF Protocol Memory Directory Structure Image Files Supported by the Camera Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions 136 136 137 138 Installing Software from the CD-ROM on a Macintosh ......................................................... 151 Installing Software Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 151 152 6 INTRODUCTION 154 APPENDIX Menu Reference ....................................................... 154 Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 156 REC mode PLAY mode USB Cradle Indicator Lamps Display Messages Main Specifications 157 158 158 162 163 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 159 Specifications ........................................................... 163 7 INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT! · The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. · CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this manual. · CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of the EX-Z3. · 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. · CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of malfunction, repairs, or battery replacement. Be sure to back up all important data on other media to protect against its loss. · The SD logo is a registered trademark. · Windows, Internet Explorer, and DirectX are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. · Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. · MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA). · Acrobat and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. · The USB driver (mass storage) uses Phoenix Technologies Ltd. software. Compatibility Software Copyright C 1997 Phoenix Technologies Ltd., All Rights Reserved. · Other company, product and service names used herein may also be trademarks or service marks of others. · Photo Loader and Photohands are the property of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except as stipulated above, all copyrights and other related rights to these applications revert to CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. s Copyright Restrictions Except for the purposes of your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized copying of snapshot files and movie files violates copyright laws and international contracts. Distribution to third parties of such files over the Internet without permission of the copyright holder, whether for profit or for free, violates copyright laws and international contracts. 8 INTRODUCTION Features · 3.2 million Effective Pixels A high-resolution megapixel CCD provides 3.2 million effective pixels (3.34 million total pixels) for images that print beautifully. · 2.0-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen · 12X seamless zoom 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom · 10MB Flash memory Images can be recorded without using a memory card. · Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia Cards) for memory expansion · Easy Charging Just place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge its battery. · Easy Image Transfer Transfer images to a computer simply by placing the camera onto the USB cradle. · Photo Stand feature A slideshow of images in file memory can be played while the camera is on its USB cradle. · Best Shot Simply select the sample scene that matches the type of image you are trying to record and the camera performs troublesome setups automatically for beautiful pictures every time. · Coupling Shot and Pre-shot Coupling Shot lets you combine two subjects into a single image, while Pre-shot lets you add a subject to a previously recorded background image. This means you can create images that include you and your friend, even if you are the only two people around. You can use Coupling Shot and Pre-shot by selecting the applicable sample images in the Best Shot mode. · Triple Self-timer mode The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times, automatically. · Real-time histogram 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. · World Time A simple operation sets the current time for your current location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time zones. 9 INTRODUCTION · Alarm A built-in alarm helps to keep you on time for important events, and even can be used in place of an alarm clock. You can also have a specific image appear on the monitor screen when the alarm time is reached. · Album Function HTML files are generated automatically to create an album of recorded images. Album contents can be viewed and printed using a standard Web browser. Images can also be incorporated into Web pages quickly and easily. · Calendar screen 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 image recorded for that date, which helps to make searching for a particular image quicker and easier. · Movie mode with audio · DCF Data Storage DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage protocol provides image inter-compatibility between the digital camera and printers. · Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used when specifying images and quantities for printing by professional print services. · PRINT Image Matching II Compatible Images include PRINT Image Matching II data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching II reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you intended when you recorded them. · USB DIRECT-PRINT support Your camera supports USB DIRECT-PRINT, which was developed by Seiko Epson Corporation. When connected directly to a printer that supports USB DIRECT-PRINT, you can select images to print and start the print operation directly from the camera. · Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands Your camera comes bundled with Photo Loader, the popular application that automatically loads images from your camera to your PC. It also comes with Photohands, and application that makes image retouching quick and easy. 10 INTRODUCTION Precautions General Precautions Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the EX-Z3. All references in this manual to "this camera" and "the camera" refer to the CASIO EX-Z3 Digital Camera. · Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so creates the danger of serious accident. · 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. · Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the camera's viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight. · Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out of the reach of small children. If swallowed accidentally, contact your physician immediately. · Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with the driver's vision and create the danger of accident. · Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subject's eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired too close to the eyes. This is especially true with young children. When using the flash, the camera should be at least one meter (3.3´) from the eyes of the subject. · Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and never let it get wet. Moisture creates the danger of fire and electric shock. Never use the camera outdoors in the rain or snow, at the seashore or beach, in the bathroom, etc. · Should foreign matter or water ever get into the camera, immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera's battery and/or unplug the 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 danger of fire and electric shock. · Should you ever notice smoke or a strange odor coming out of the camera, immediately turn it off. Next, taking care you do not burn your fingers, remove the camera's battery and/or unplug the 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 danger of fire and electric shock. After making sure there is no more smoke coming from the camera, take it to your nearest CASIO authorized service center for repair. Never attempt your own maintenance. 11 INTRODUCTION · Never use the AC adaptor to power any other device besides this camera. Never use any other AC adaptor besides the one that comes with this camera. · Never cover the AC adaptor with a quilt, blanket, or other cover while it is in use, and do not use it near a heater. · At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power outlet and clean the area around the prongs of the plug. Dust build up around the prongs can create the danger of fire. · If the camera's case should ever become cracked due to dropping it or otherwise subjecting it to rough treatment, immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera's battery and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. · Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other areas where its use is prohibited. Doing so can result in an accident. · Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Be sure to always keep backup copies of data by transferring them to personal computer memory. · Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor from the camera, or unplug the AC adaptor from the wall socket while recording images. Doing so will not only make storage of the current image impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already stored in file memory. 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 -- Removing the battery, removing the memory card, or placing the camera onto the USB cradle while the operation lamp is still flashing after you turn off the camera -- Disconnecting the USB cable, removing the camera from the USB cradle, or disconnecting the AC adaptor from the USB cradle while a data communication operation is being performed -- Low battery power -- Other abnormal operations Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to appear on the monitor screen (page 162). Follow the instructions provided by the message to eliminate the cause of the error. 12 INTRODUCTION Operating conditions · This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). · Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas. -- In areas subject to direct sunlight -- In areas subject to high humidity or dust -- Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to temperature extremes -- Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the sun -- In areas subject to strong vibration 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. · To keep condensation from forming, place the camera into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a chance to reach the same temperature as the new location. If condensation does form, remove the battery from the camera and leave the battery cover open for a few hours. 13 INTRODUCTION LED Backlight · The monitor screen is illuminated by an LED backlight. A dark monitor screen indicates that the LED backlight has reached the end of its service life, and needs to be replaced by a CASIO authorized service center. Note that you will be charged for LED backlight replacement. The LED backlight brightness is reduced by half after about 1,000 hours of use. Other · The camera may become slightly warm during use. This does not indicate malfunction. · If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Lens · Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction. · Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them off. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens cloth. 14 QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE 2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the battery (page 27). · Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera. · It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge. First, charge the battery! 1. Load the battery (page 25). 1 1 Inlet Type Stopper 2 2 PLAY REC MEN U SET DISP 3 1 Plug-in Type PHOTO CHAR GE USB 15 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 39 for details.) 1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Press [ ] to select the language you want. 3. Press [SET] to register the language setting. 1 PLAY REC 4. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the geographical MENU area you want, and then press [SET]. SET 5. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the city you want, and then press [SET]. DISP 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 6. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the summer time (DST) setting you want, and then press [SET]. 7. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the date format setting you want, and then press [SET]. 8. Set the date and the time. 9. Press [SET] to register the clock settings and exit the setting screen. 16 QUICK START GUIDE To record an image (See page 43 for details.) Green operation lamp To view a recorded image (See page 80 for details.) 21 4 PLAY REC 99 1600 1200 NORMAL IN 21 PLAY REC 1 / 1000 F2.6 03/12 24 03 12/24 12:58 12 58 MENU MENU SET 3 DISP Focus frame DISP SET 3 1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Align the mode selector with "REC". 3. Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor screen or viewfinder to compose the image, and then press the shutter release button half way. · When proper focus is achieved, the focus frame turns green and the green operation lamp lights. 1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Align the mode selector with "PLAY". 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the images. 4. Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter release button. 17 QUICK START GUIDE To delete an image (See page 94 for details.) 21 PLAY REC MENU SET DISP 3, 4, 5, 6 1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Align the mode selector with "PLAY". 3. Press [ ] ( ). 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want to delete. 5. Use [ ] and [ ] to select "Delete". · To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select "Cancel". 6. Press [SET] to delete the image. 18 GETTING READY GETTING READY s Button Operations Button operations are indicated by the button name inside of brackets ([ ]). This section contains information about things you need to know about and do before trying to use the camera. About This Manual This section contains information about the conventions used in this manual. s On-screen Text On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation marks (" "). s Terminology The following table defines the terminology used in this manual. This term as used in this manual: "this camera" or "the camera" "file memory" Means this: The CASIO EX-Z3 Digital Camera The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 43) The NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery The optionally available CASIO BC-10L Charger Unit s 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. · The camera's built-in Flash memory · An SD memory card loaded in the camera · A MultiMediaCard loaded in the camera For more information about how the camera stores images, see page 118. "battery" "optional charger unit" 19 GETTING READY General Guide The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera. Camera s Front 12 34 s Back 78 90 A 1 Shutter release button 2 Power button 3 Flash 4 Self-timer lamp 5 Microphone 6 Lens B PLAY REC MENU SET DISP 5 F 6 ED C 7 Viewfinder 8 Operation lamp 9 Mode selector 0 [MENU] button A Zoom button B Strap ring C [SET] button D [ ][ ][ ][ ] E [DISP] button F Monitor Screen 20