E Digital Camera EX-Z57 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/. K840PCM1DKX 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. Camera Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-40) USB Cradle (CA-27) 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) (AD-C51G or AD-C52G) AC Power Cord * Special AC Adaptor (Plug-in Type) (AD-C51J or AD-C52J) 2 D INTRODUCTION Contents 2 INTRODUCTION Unpacking .................................................................... 2 Features ....................................................................... 9 Precautions ................................................................ 12 21 GETTING READY About This Manual ..................................................... 21 General Guide ............................................................ 22 Camera USB Cradle Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 22 24 27 Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 25 Attaching the Strap .................................................... 29 Power Requirements ................................................. 30 To load the battery To charge the battery To replace the battery Power Supply Precautions Turning the Camera On and Off Configuring Power Saving Settings 30 31 36 37 40 42 17 QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! ............................................ 17 To configure display language and clock settings ..... 18 To record an image .................................................... 19 To view a recorded image .......................................... 20 To delete an image ..................................................... 20 Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 43 Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 45 To configure display language and clock settings 47 3 INTRODUCTION 49 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Specifying the Recording Mode Aiming the Camera Recording an Image Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Flash Unit Status Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Using Flash Assist 49 50 51 56 57 61 62 62 Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 79 Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup To delete a BEST SHOT user setup 81 84 86 Recording an Image ................................................... 49 Using the BEST SHOT Mode .................................... 82 Using Zoom ................................................................ 56 Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image (Coupling Shot) .................................... 86 Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background Image (Pre-shot) .................................... 88 Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) ...................................... 90 To use Business Shot 92 Using the Flash .......................................................... 59 Using the Self-timer ................................................... 64 Specifying Image Size ............................................... 67 Specifying Image Quality ........................................... 68 Using the Movie Mode ............................................... 93 Recording Audio ......................................................... 95 Adding Audio to a Snapshot Recording Your Voice 95 97 Using the Histogram .................................................. 99 69 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Focus Using the Macro Mode Using Pan Focus Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus Using Focus Lock 70 73 74 75 75 77 REC Mode Camera Settings ................................... 101 Specifying ISO Sensitivity Specifying Outline Sharpness Specifying Color Saturation Specifying Contrast Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off Turning Image Review On and Off Using Icon Help Assigning Functions to the [ ] and [ ] Keys Specifying Power On Default Settings Resetting the Camera 101 102 103 103 104 104 105 106 106 108 Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 69 Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 78 4 INTRODUCTION 109 PLAYBACK Playing an Audio Snapshot 110 129 FILE MANAGEMENT Memory Folders and Files To protect a single file To protect all files in memory To To To To copy a file to the F AVORITE folder display a file in the F AVORITE folder delete a file from the FAVORITE folder delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 129 130 131 131 133 134 134 Basic Playback Operation ........................................ 109 Flipping the Display ................................................... 111 Zooming the Display Image ...................................... 112 Resizing an Image .................................................... 113 Cropping an Image .................................................... 114 Playing a Movie ......................................................... 115 Displaying the 9-image View .................................... 116 Displaying the Calendar Screen ............................... 117 Playing a Slideshow .................................................. 118 Using the Photo Stand Feature 120 Folders ..................................................................... 129 Protecting Files ........................................................ 130 Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 131 135 OTHER SETTINGS To configure sound settings To set the volume level 135 136 Rotating the Display Image ...................................... 121 Using Image Roulette .............................................. 122 Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 123 To re-record audio 124 Configuring Sound Settings ..................................... 135 Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 136 Configuring Power Down Image Settings ................ 137 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method .................................................. 139 Using the Alarm ........................................................ 139 Setting the Clock ...................................................... 141 To select your Home Time zone To set the current time and date Changing the Date Format 141 142 142 Playing Back a Voice Recording File ....................... 125 127 DELETING FILES Deleting a Single File ............................................... 127 Deleting All Files ...................................................... 128 5 INTRODUCTION Using World Time ..................................................... 143 To display the World Time screen To configure World Time settings 143 143 155 PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for a single image To configure print settings for all images Date Printing 157 158 162 DPOF ........................................................................ 156 Changing the Display Language ............................. 144 Changing the Brightness of the Monitor Screen ..... 145 Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 145 Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Power On/Off Functions ........................................... 146 Formatting Built-in Memory ...................................... 147 Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ............... 159 PRINT Image Matching ........................................... 163 Exif Print ................................................................... 164 165 149 USING A MEMORY CARD Using a Memory Card .............................................. 150 To insert a memory card into the camera To replace the memory card Formatting a Memory Card To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card To copy a specific file from a memory card to built-in memory 150 151 151 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 165 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 171 Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer .. 175 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer .................................................................. 176 Memory Data ............................................................ 177 DCF Protocol Memory Folder Structure Image Files Supported by the Camera 177 177 179 Copying Files ........................................................... 153 153 154 6 INTRODUCTION 180 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Selecting an Album Layout Configuring Detailed Album Settings Creating an album Viewing Album Files Saving an Album To delete an album About the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) 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 181 181 183 185 187 188 197 APPENDIX Using the Album Feature ......................................... 180 Menu Reference ....................................................... 197 Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 199 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 202 If you have problems installing the USB driver ... Display Messages 207 208 Specifications ........................................................... 210 Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 188 188 190 192 192 192 193 193 194 194 Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows .. 191 Installing Software from the CD-ROM on a Macintosh .............................................................. 194 Installing Software Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 194 195 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-Z57. · 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. · Note that the example screens and product illustrations shown in this User's Guide may differ somewhat by the screens and configuration of the actual camera. · 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). · Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. · 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. 8 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). I Copyright Restrictions Except for the purposes of your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized copying of snapshot files, movie files, and audio 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. Features · 5 million effective pixels The CCD provides 5.25 million total pixels of very highresolution for crisp, clear, prints and display images. · 2.7-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen · Long battery life A low-power design combines with a large-capacity battery to provide more recording and playback between charges. · 12X zoom (page 56) 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom · 9.3M ...