User manual CASIO EX-Z6-EX-Z7

E Digital Camera EX-Z6/EX-Z7 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/. All example procedures in this User's Guide are based on the EX-Z7. The same procedures also apply to the EX-Z6, unless specifically noted otherwise. K819PCM1DKX 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-20) Lithium Ion Battery Charger (BC-11L) AC Power Cord * * The shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area. Strap CD-ROM USB Cable AV Cable Basic Reference 2 INTRODUCTION Contents 2 INTRODUCTION Unpacking .................................................................... 2 Features ....................................................................... 9 Precautions ................................................................ 12 21 GETTING READY About This Manual ..................................................... 21 General Guide ............................................................ 22 Camera Lithium Ion Battery Charger REC Mode PLAY Mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 22 24 25 27 29 Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 25 17 QUICK START GUIDE Attaching the Strap .................................................... 30 Power Requirements ................................................. 31 To charge the battery To load the battery Low Battery Indicator To replace the battery Power Supply Precautions Turning the Camera On and Off Configuring Power Saving Settings 31 34 36 37 38 41 42 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 ...................................... 44 Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 46 To configure display language and clock settings 47 3 INTRODUCTION 50 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Aiming the Camera Recording an Image Using the easy Mode Recording Precautions Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Flash Unit Status Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Using Flash Assist 50 51 55 57 59 61 65 66 66 Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 84 Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually Normal-speed continuous shutter High-speed continuous shutter Flash continuous shutter Continuous Shutter Precautions Displaying Sample Scenes Individually Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup To delete a BEST SHOT user setup 85 88 88 88 89 92 92 94 Recording an Image ................................................... 50 Using Continuous Shutter .......................................... 87 Using Zoom ................................................................ 59 Using the BEST SHOT Mode .................................... 89 Using the Flash .......................................................... 63 Reducing the Effects of Hand or Subject Movement ..................................................... 94 Shooting with High Sensitivity ................................... 96 Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) ............................... 97 Before recording with Business Shot To use Business Shot Before trying to restore an old photograph To restore an old photograph Specifying Movie Image Quality Recording a Movie Adding Audio to a Snapshot Recording Your Voice 98 98 99 100 103 104 106 107 Using the Self-timer ................................................... 68 Specifying Image Size ............................................... 71 Specifying Image Quality ........................................... 73 74 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Focus Using the Macro Mode Using Pan Focus Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus Using Focus Lock 75 78 79 79 80 81 Restoring an Old Photograph .................................... 99 Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 74 Recording a Movie ................................................... 102 Recording Audio ....................................................... 106 Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 82 4 INTRODUCTION Using the Histogram ................................................ 109 REC Mode Camera Settings .................................... 112 Assigning Functions to the [ ] and [ ] Keys Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off Turning Image Review On and Off Using Icon Help Specifying Power On Default Settings Specifying ISO Sensitivity Selecting the Metering Mode Using the Filter Function Specifying Outline Sharpness Specifying Color Saturation Specifying Contrast Date Stamping Snapshots Resetting the Camera 112 113 114 114 115 117 118 120 120 121 121 122 123 Playing and Editing a Movie .................................... 133 Playing a Movie Editing a Movie Capturing a Still Image from a Movie (MOTION PRINT) 133 134 138 Displaying the 9-image View ................................... 139 Displaying the Calendar Screen .............................. 140 Playing a Slideshow ................................................. 141 Rotating the Display Image ...................................... 144 Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 145 To re-record audio 146 Playing Back a Voice Recording File ....................... 147 Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen ........... 148 Selecting the Video Output System 150 124 PLAYBACK 152 DELETING FILES Playing an Audio Snapshot 125 Basic Playback Operation ........................................ 124 Zooming the Display Image ..................................... 126 Resizing an Image ................................................... 127 Cropping an Image ................................................... 128 Keystone Correction ................................................ 130 Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph .................. 131 Deleting a Single File ............................................... 152 Deleting All Files ...................................................... 153 154 FILE MANAGEMENT Memory Folders and Files 154 Folders ..................................................................... 154 5 INTRODUCTION Protecting Files ........................................................ 155 To protect a single file To protect all files in memory To To To To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder display a file in the FAVORITE folder delete a file from the FAVORITE folder delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 155 156 156 158 159 159 Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 168 Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Power On/Off Functions ........................................... 169 Formatting Built-in Memory ...................................... 170 Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 156 171 USING A MEMORY CARD 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 172 173 174 Using a Memory Card .............................................. 172 160 OTHER SETTINGS To configure sound settings To set the confirmation tone volume level To set the audio volume level for movie and audio snapshot playback 160 160 161 Configuring Sound Settings ..................................... 160 Copying Files ........................................................... 175 176 177 Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 161 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method .......................... 162 Setting the Clock ...................................................... 163 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 163 164 164 165 165 178 PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for a single image To configure print settings for all images Date Printing 180 181 187 DPOF ........................................................................ 179 Using World Time ..................................................... 165 Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ............... 183 PRINT Image Matching III ........................................... 188 Exif Print ................................................................... 188 Editing the Date and Time of an Image ................... 166 Changing the Display Language ............................. 167 6 INTRODUCTION 189 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 215 Selecting the Software You Need Computer System Requirements Transfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on a Macintosh Playing a Movie Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) To register as a camera user 215 216 217 218 218 219 Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 189 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 196 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer ............................... 200 Memory Data ............................................................ 201 DCF Protocol Memory Folder Structure Image Files Supported by the Camera 201 202 203 220 APPENDIX Menu Reference ....................................................... 220 205 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Selecting the Software You Need Computer System Requirements Transfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on a PC Retouching, Reorienting, and Printing a Snapshot Playing a Movie Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) User Registration Exiting the Menu Application 205 207 208 211 213 214 214 214 Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 223 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 226 If you have problems installing the USB driver... Display Messages General Guide Using the USB Cradle to Charge the Battery Using the Photo Stand Feature Using the USB Cradle to Display Images on a TV Screen Using the USB Cradle to Print Images Using the USB Cradle to Connect to a Computer USB Cradle Indicator Lamp Reference 231 232 234 235 238 239 240 241 246 Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 205 CA-32 USB Cradle/AC Adaptor (Option) ................. 234 Specifications ........................................................... 247 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 due to the use or malfunction of the EX-Z6/EX-Z7. · 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. · SDHC Logo is a trademark. · Windows, Internet Explorer, Windows Media, and DirectX are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. · Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks 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 · Effective Pixels EX-Z6: 6.0 million pixels (6.37 million total pixels) EX-Z7: 7.2 million pixels (7.41 million total pixels) · 2.5-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen · 8.3MB built-in memory Use built-in memory for testing the camera or to record images in emergencies when your memory card is full or unavailable. · REC mode or PLAY mode power up (page 41) Press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera and enter the mode you want to use. · easy mode (page 55) This feature eliminates troublesome setups. · 12X zoom (page 59) 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom · Flash Assist (page 66) This feature compensates when flash intensity is not strong enough, so images are better illuminated. · Triple Self-timer (page 68) The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times, automatically. 9 INTRODUCTION · Auto Macro (pages 76, 78) Auto Macro automatically switches to the macro mode when the distance between the camera and subject it shorter than the Auto Focus range. · Quick Shutter (page 76) 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. · Auto Focus Area Selection (page 77) When " Multi" is selected for the Auto Focus area, the camera takes simultaneous meter readings at nine different points and automatically selects the best one. · Three continuous shutter modes (page 87) In addition to normal-speed continuous shutter, you can also select high-speed continuous shutter or flash continuous shutter. · BEST SHOT (page 89) Simply select one of a collection of built-in sample scenes and the camera sets up for the scene you selected. It's the simple way to set up for beautiful snapshots quickly and easily. New BEST SHOT sample scenes include setups for High Sensitivity and Anti Shake. A [BS] (BEST SHOT) button provides direct access to BEST SHOT sample scenes. · Business Shot (page 97) Business Shot automatically corrects rectangular shapes when recording the image of a business card, document, whiteboard, or similar subjects from an angle. · Restoring an Old Photograph (page 99) You can use the procedure in this section to restore an old, faded photograph with the color provided by modern digital camera technology. · Movie recording with audio (page 102) VGA size, 30 fps, Motion JPEG format · Audio Snapshot mode (page 106) Use this mode to record snapshots that also include audio. · Voice Recording (page 107) Quick and easy recording of voice input. · Real-time RGB histogram (page 109) An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you view the effect on overall image brightness, which makes shooting under difficult lighting conditions easier than ever before. · Keystone Correction (page 130) A simple operation corrects for keystoning, which occurs when you record the image of a blackboard or poster from an angle. 10 INTRODUCTION · Color Correction (page 131) Simply record the image of an old photograph to restore its colors. · MOTION PRINT (page 138) Capture frames from a movie and create still images that are suitable for printing. · Calendar screen (page 140) 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. · Connect the camera to a TV and use the TV screen for image recording and viewing (page 148) · World Time (page 165) A simple operation sets the current time for your current location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time zones. · Support for SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, and MMC (MultiMedia Cards) for memory expansion (page 171) · Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 179) 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. · PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT support (page 183) Connect directly to a PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT compatible printer and you can print images without going through a computer. · PRINT Image Matching III Compatible (page 188) Images include PRINT Image Matching III data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching III reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you intended when you recorded them. · Transfer images to a computer simply by connecting the camera (pages 189, 196) · DCF Data Storage (page 201) DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage protocol provides image compatibility between the digital camera and printers. 11 INTRODUCTION · Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands (pages 208, 211, 217) 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. Precautions I General Precautions Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the EX-Z6/EX-Z7. All references in this manual to "camera" refer to the CASIO EX-Z6/EX-Z7 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 risk 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. · 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 risk of accident. 12 INTRODUCTION · 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 risk 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 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. · 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 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 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. · At least once a year, unplug the AC 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 risk 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 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 area where its use is prohibited. Doing so creates the risk of accident. · Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Always keep backup copies of data by transferring them to personal computer memory. · Never open the battery cover 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. 13 INTRODUCTION I Test for proper operation before using the camera! Before using the camera to record important images, make sure you first record a number of test images and check the results to ensure that the camera is configured correctly and operating properly. I 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 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 while the camera is performing a record or memory access operation -- Removing the battery, removing the memory card while the operation lamp is still flashing green after you turn off the camera -- Disconnecting the USB cable 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 232). Follow the instructions provided by the message to eliminate the cause of the error. 14 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. · 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. I Power Supply · Use only the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported. · This camera does not have a separate battery for the clock. The date and time will reset whenever the camera is not supplied power by the battery for about 30 hours. Be sure to reconfigure these settings after power is interrupted (page 163). · Never remove the battery from the camera while the camera is turned on. Doing so can damage the camera. If you mistakenly remove the battery, immediately reinsert it into the camera and press the power button to turn power back on. I Lens · Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction. · You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain types of images, such as a slight bend in lines that should be straight. This is due to the characteristics of lens, and does not indicate malfunction of the camera. 15 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. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens cloth. · Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the flash can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Avoid touching the flash. If the flash becomes dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. · If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. I Other · The camera may become slightly warm during use. This does not indicate malfunction. I Monitor Screen Images · The images that normally appear on the monitor screen during image playback are smaller than normal, and so you cannot see all of the detail of the actual image. Your camera has an image zoom feature (page 126) which you can use to enlarge the monitor screen image. You can use this feature for on-the-spot checks of important images. 16 QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE 2. Load the battery into the camera. 1 (page 34). 1 First, charge the battery! 1. Charge the rechargeable litium ion battery (NP-20) that comes with the camera (page 31). · It takes about 90 minutes to achieve a full charge. - T + 2 2 [CHARGE] lamp lights red during charging. [CHARGE] lamp goes out when charging is complete. Stopper (­) marks 3 17 QUICK START GUIDE To configure display language and clock settings · Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. See page 47 for details. · If you make a mistake when setting the language or clock with the following procedure, you will need to use the camera's menu to individually change the language (page 167) or clock (page 163) settings. 1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the language you want. 3. Press [SET] to register the language setting. 4. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the geographical area you want, and then press [SET]. 1 5. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the city you want, and then press [SET]. 6. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the summer time (DST) setting you want, and then press [SET]. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 [] [] [] [] [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. 18 QUICK START GUIDE To record an image See page 50 for details. Auto recording icon 1. Press [ 2 3 1 ] (REC). · This enters the REC (recording) mode. 3 7 N 2. Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor screen to compose the image, and then press the shutter button half way. · When the camera finishes its Auto Focus operation, the focus frame will turn green and the operation lamp lights green. 06/12 24 06 12/24 12:38 12 38 Focus frame 3. Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter button all the way down. Operation lamp The camera's built in memory can record only a few images and is intended for testing the camera or for emergency purposes only. Using a memory card provides more capacity you can use to store more images, high-quality and large-size images, and longer movies. In order to be able to use a commercially available memory card, you first need to format it using the camera's formatting procedure. For details about formatting a memory card, see page 174. 19 QUICK START GUIDE To view a recorded image See page 124 for details. To delete an image See page 152 for details. 1 1 2 2, 3, 4, 5 1. Press [ ] (PLAY). 1. Press [ ] (PLAY). ). · This enters the PLAY (playback) mode. 2. Press [ ] ( delete. 2. Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the images. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want to 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to select "Delete". · To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select "Cancel". 5. Press [SET] to delete the image. 20 GETTING READY GETTING READY I 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. I On-screen Text On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation marks (" "). I Terminology The following table defines the terminology used in this manual. This term as used in this manual: "camera" "file memory" Means this: The CASIO EX-Z6/EX-Z7 Digital Camera The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 51) The NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Tiny flecks or "snow" in a recorded image or on the monitor screen, which makes the image look grainy. I Supplementary Information · IMPORTANT! indicates very important information you need to know in order to use the camera correctly. · NOTE indicates information that is useful when operating the camera. I About the monitor screen images in this manual All the monitor screen images in this manual show the EXZ7. See the accompanying text for information differences between the EX-Z6 and EX-Z7. "battery" "digital noise" 21 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. · The camera's built-in memory · An SD memory card or SDHC memory card loaded in the camera · A MultiMediaCard loaded in the camera For more information about how the camera stores images, see page 201. General Guide The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera. Camera I Front 1 Shutter button 2 Power button 3 Self-timer lamp 4 Microphone 5 Lens 6 Flash 12 34 6 5 22 GETTING READY I Back 7 8 I Bottom G Memory card slot H Stopper I Battery cover J Battery compartment K USB/AV connector L Tripod screw hole * Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. [] 9 : A [] [] [] [SET] M Speaker G H F B ED C 7 Operation lamp 8 Zoom button 9 Strap ring 0 [ ] (PLAY mode) button A [ ] (REC mode) button B [ ][ ][ ][ ] C [SET] button D [BS] (BEST SHOT) button E [MENU] button F Monitor Screen ML K J I 23 GETTING READY Lithium Ion Battery Charger 1 2 1 [CHARGE] lamp 2 Contacts 3 AC jack 3 24 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. REC Mode I Screen Indicators 1 2 3 4 567 J I H 89 0 A B C D G FE 1 Flash mode indicator (page 63) Auto Flash Flash Off Flash On Soft Flash Red-eye reduction · appears momentarily when you select Auto Flash as the flash mode, and then disappears. · If the camera detects that flash is required while auto flash is selected, the flash on indicator will appear when the shutter button is pressed half way. Manual Focus · When you select Auto Focus with Key Customize (page 112), appears only briefly, and then disappears from the display. 4 Continuous Shutter mode (page 87) None Single shot Normal-speed Continuous Shutter High-speed Continuous Shutter Flash Continuous Shutter 3 White balance indicator (page 84) AWB Auto Daylight Overcast Shade Day White Fluorescent Daylight Fluorescent Tungsten Manual · When you select Auto with Key Customize (page 112), AWB appears only briefly, and then disappears from the display. 5 Self-timer (page 68) None 10s 2s 1-Image Self-timer 10 sec Self-timer 2 sec Triple self-timer x3 2 Focus mode indicator (page 74) Auto Focus Macro Pan Focus Infinity 6 Recording types Auto recording BEST SHOT easy Movie Voice Recording 25 GETTING READY 7 Metering mode indicator (page 118) None Multi Center Weighted Spot A ISO sensitivity (page 117) NOTE · An out of range aperture, shutter speed, or ISO sensitivity setting causes the corresponding monitor screen value to turn amber. · Changing the setting of any one of the following functions will cause Icon Help (page 114) text to appear on the monitor screen. You can turn off Icon Help if you want. Flash mode, Focus mode, White balance, Self-timer, Recording type, EV shift B Aperture value (page 53) C Shutter speed value (page 53) 8 · Snapshots: Image size (page 71) D Date and time (page 166) 9 · Snapshots: Memory capacity (pages 53, 247) · Movies: Remaining recording time (page 104) E Timestamp indicator (EX-Z7 only) (page 122) 0 · Snapshots: Image quality (page 73) F : Fine N : Normal E : Economy · Movies: Image quality (page 103) HQ : High Quality NORMAL : Normal LP : Long Play F EV value (page 82) G Battery capacity (page 36) H Histogram (page 109) I Anti Shake indicator (page 94) J Focus frame (page 52) · Focusing complete: Green · Focusing failed: Red 26 GETTING READY K PLAY Mode 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 F E L D CB A 0 K Digital zoom indicator (page 61) L Zoom indicator (page 61) · Left side indicates optical zoom. · Right side indicates digital zoom. 1 PLAY mode file type Snapshot Movie Audio Snapshot Voice Recording 3 Folder name/File name (page 154) Example : When a file named CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a folder named 100CASIO 100-0023 Folder name File name 2 Image protection indicator (page 155) 4 · Snapshots: Image quality (page 73) F : Fine N : Normal E : Economy · Movies: Recording time (page 104) 27 GETTING READY 5 · Snapshots: Image Size (page 71) · Movies: Image quality (page 103) HQ : High Quality NORMAL : Normal LP : Long Play A White balance indicator (page 84) AWB Auto Daylight Overcast Shade Day White Fluorescent Daylight Fluorescent Tungsten Manual IMPORTANT! · Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different digital camera model. 6 ISO sensitivity (page 117) 7 Aperture value (page 53) 8 Shutter speed value (page 53) 9 Date and time (page 166) B Flash mode indicator (page 63) Flash On Flash Off Soft Flash Red-eye reduction 0 Metering mode indicator (page 118) Multi Center Weighted Spot C Recording types Auto recording, easy BEST SHOT D Battery capacity (page 36) E Histogram (page 109) F EV value (page 82) 28 GETTING READY Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of [ ] (DISP) changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below. I PLAY Mode I REC Mode Indicators on Histogram/Details on Indicators on Histogram on Indicators off Indicators off 29 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. · Pressing [ ] (DISP) in the Voice Recording REC mode toggles the monitor screen on ("indicators on") and off. While a Voice Recording file is displayed in the PLAY mode, pressing [ ] (DISP) toggles between "indicators on" and "indicators off". · When playing back the content of a Voice Recording file while "indicators off" is selected (Voice Recording file icon only on the monitor screen), the monitor screen will go black about two seconds after you press [SET] to start playback. The Voice Recording file icon (indicators off) will reappear after playback is complete. Attaching the Strap Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the illustration. Strap ring IMPORTANT! · Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when using the camera to protect against accidentally dropping it. · The supplied strap is intended for use with this camera only. Do not use it for any other purpose. · Never swing the camera around by the strap. 30 GETTING READY Power Requirements Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-20). The battery is not fully charged when you use the camera for the first time after purchasing it. You need to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time. To charge the battery 1. Correctly positioning the positive and negative terminals of the battery, load the lithium ion battery into the battery charger. - T + · Making sure that the positive and negative contacts are aligned correctly, load the battery into the battery charger. Note that the battery will not charge properly if it is not positioned correctly in the battery charger. 31 GETTING READY 2. Plug the battery charger into a household power outlet. · This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to turn red. · Charging will take about 90 minutes. [CHARGE] lamp Battery Charger NOTE · The bundled battery charger is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V AC, 50/60Hz. This means the battery charger can be used in various countries around the world. Note, however, that there may be some problems with the AC power cord withstand voltage and with the configuration of power outlet shapes in certain geographic areas. Before trying to use the battery charger in another country, be sure to check with your travel agent concerning the local power supply. AC power cord 32 GETTING READY 3. The [CHARGE] lamp goes out when charging is complete. IMPORTANT! · If the battery or battery charger is very hot or cold when you start charging or if it becomes hot during charging, the battery charger will enter a standby state, which is indicated when its [CHARGE] lamp goes out. Charging will resume when the temperature returns to the allowable charging temperature range, which is indicated when the [CHARGE] lamp turns red. · Charging the battery while it is still warm immediately after removing it from the camera can result in only partial charging. Give the battery time to cool before charging it. · Battery discharges slightly even when it is left without loading it into the camera. Because of this, it is recommended that you charge the battery immediately before you need to use it. · Charging the battery may cause interference with TV and radio reception. If this happens, plug the charger into an outlet that is further away from the TV or radio. · Dirty charger contacts and/or battery terminals can make proper charging impossible. Be sure to wipe contacts and terminals occasionally with a dry cloth to keep them clean. 4. After charging is complete, unplug the battery charger from the power outlet, and remove the battery from it. · Always unplug the battery charger from the power outlet and remove the battery whenever you are not charging. 33 GETTING READY To load the battery 2. With the EXILIM logo on the battery facing upwards (in the direction of the monitor screen), hold the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow as you slide the battery into the camera. 1. Slide the battery cover on the bottom of the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then swing it open. Stopper NP-20 (­) marks · Push the bottom of the battery, and make sure that the stopper securely locks the battery in place. 34 GETTING READY 3. Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow. I If the camera does not work normally This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is loaded. Perform the following steps. 1. Remove the battery from the camera and check the battery contacts for dirt. If the contacts are dirty, wipe them clean with a dry cloth. IMPORTANT! · Use only the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported. 2. Check to make sure that the AC power cord is connected securely to the power outlet and battery charger. · If the same symptoms occur again after taking the above steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center. 35 GETTING READY 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 . Charge the battery immediately whenever either of these indicators appears. Battery Level Indicator High Low I Tips to Make the Battery Last Longer · If you do not need the flash while recording, select (flash off) for the flash mode. See page 63 for more information. · Enable the Auto Power Off and the Sleep features (page 42) to protect against wasting battery power when you forget to turn off the camera. IMPORTANT! · See page 250 for information about battery life. · Due to differences in the power requirements of each mode, the battery indicator may show a lower level in the PLAY mode than what it shows in the REC mode. This is normal, and does not indicate malfunction. 36 GETTING READY To replace the battery 3. Release the stopper and pull the battery from the camera. · Take care so you do not drop the battery. 1. Open the battery cover. 2. Pull the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow. · This will cause the battery to come part way out of the slot. 4. Load a new battery into the camera (page 34). Stopper 37 GETTING READY Power Supply Precautions