E Digital Camera EX-Z600 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/. K809FCM1DMX 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-29) Strap CD-ROM USB Cable AV 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-C52G) AC Power Cord * Special AC Adaptor (Plug-in Type) (AD-C52J) 2 INTRODUCTION Contents 2 INTRODUCTION Unpacking .................................................................... 2 Features ....................................................................... 9 Precautions ................................................................ 12 Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 26 REC Mode PLAY Mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 26 28 30 Attaching the Strap .................................................... 31 Power Requirements .................................................. 32 Loading the Rechargeable Battery To charge the battery To replace the battery Power Supply Precautions Turning the Camera On and Off Configuring Power Saving Settings 32 33 38 38 42 43 18 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 ..................................................... 21 Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 45 Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 47 To configure display language and clock settings 48 51 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Aiming the Camera Recording an Image Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Flash Unit Status Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Using Flash Assist 51 52 58 60 64 65 65 Recording an Image ................................................... 51 22 GETTING READY About This Manual ..................................................... 22 General Guide ............................................................ 23 Camera USB Cradle 23 25 Using Zoom ................................................................ 58 Using the Flash .......................................................... 62 3 INTRODUCTION Using the Self-timer ................................................... 67 Specifying Image Size ............................................... 70 Specifying Image Quality ........................................... 71 Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) ...................................... 95 Before recording with Business Shot To use Business Shot Before trying to restore an old photograph To restore an old photograph 74 77 78 78 79 80 Specifying Movie Image Quality Recording a Movie Adding Audio to a Snapshot Recording Your Voice 96 96 97 98 101 102 104 105 Restoring an Old Photograph .................................... 97 73 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Focus Using the Macro Mode Using Pan Focus Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus Using Focus Lock Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 73 Recording a Movie ................................................... 100 Recording Audio ....................................................... 104 Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 81 Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 83 Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually Normal-speed continuous shutter High-speed continuous shutter Flash continuous shutter Displaying Sample Scenes Individually Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup To delete a BEST SHOT user setup 84 87 87 87 90 91 92 Using the Histogram ................................................. 107 REC Mode Camera Settings ................................... 110 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 Resetting the Camera 110 111 112 112 113 115 116 118 118 119 119 120 Using Continuous Shutter .......................................... 86 Using the BEST SHOT Mode .................................... 88 Reducing the Effects of Hand or Subject Movement ................................................................... 93 Shooting with High Sensitivity ................................... 94 4 INTRODUCTION 121 PLAYBACK Playing an Audio Snapshot 122 149 DELETING FILES Basic Playback Operation ........................................ 121 Zooming the Display Image ..................................... 123 Resizing an Image ................................................... 124 Cropping an Image ................................................... 125 Keystone Correction ................................................. 127 Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph ............................................... 128 Playing and Editing a Movie ..................................... 130 Playing a Movie Editing a Movie Capturing a Still Image from a Movie (MOTION PRINT) 130 131 135 Deleting a Single File ............................................... 149 Deleting All Files ...................................................... 150 151 FILE MANAGEMENT Memory Folders and Files To protect a single file To protect all files in memory To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder To display a file in the FAVORITE folder To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 151 152 153 153 155 156 156 Folders ...................................................................... 151 Protecting Files ........................................................ 152 Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 153 Displaying the 9-image View .................................... 136 Displaying the Calendar Screen .............................. 137 Playing a Slideshow ................................................. 138 Using the Photo Stand Feature 141 Rotating the Display Image ...................................... 142 Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 143 To re-record audio 144 Playing Back a Voice Recording File ....................... 145 Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen ........... 146 Selecting the Video Output System 148 5 INTRODUCTION 157 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 157 157 158 169 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 170 171 172 Configuring Sound Settings ..................................... 157 Using a Memory Card .............................................. 170 Copying Files ............................................................ 173 174 175 Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 158 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method .................................................. 159 Setting the Clock ...................................................... 160 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 160 161 161 162 162 176 PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for a single image To configure print settings for all images Date Printing 178 179 184 Using World Time ..................................................... 162 DPOF ........................................................................ 177 Editing the Date and Time of an Image ................... 163 Changing the Display Language .............................. 164 Changing the Brightness of the Monitor Screen ..... 165 Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 166 Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Power On/Off Functions ........................................... 167 Formatting Built-in Memory ...................................... 168 Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ............... 180 PRINT Image Matching III ........................................... 185 Exif Print ................................................................... 185 6 INTRODUCTION 186 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 218 APPENDIX Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ......... 186 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 194 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer .................................................................. 198 Memory Data ............................................................ 199 DCF Protocol Memory Folder Structure Image Files Supported by the Camera 199 200 201 Menu Reference ....................................................... 218 Indicator Lamp Reference ........................................ 221 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 224 If you have problems installing the USB driver... Display Messages 229 230 Specifications ........................................................... 232 203 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Selecting the Software You Need Computer System Requirements Managing Images on a PC Retouching, Reorienting, and Printing a Snapshot Playing a Movie Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) User Registration Exiting the Menu Application Selecting the Software You Need Computer System Requirements Managing Images on a Macintosh Playing a Movie Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) To register as a camera user 203 205 206 209 211 212 212 212 213 214 215 216 216 217 Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 203 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 213 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-Z600. · 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, 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 fr ...