E Digital Camera EX-Z850 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/. K844FCM1DMX 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-31) 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 ..................................................................... 10 Precautions ................................................................ 14 Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 28 REC Modes PLAY Mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 28 32 33 Attaching the Strap .................................................... 35 Power Requirements ................................................. 35 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 35 37 41 42 45 47 19 QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! ............................................ 19 To configure display language and clock settings ..... 20 To record an image .................................................... 21 To view a recorded image .......................................... 22 To delete an image ..................................................... 22 Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 48 Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 51 To configure display language and clock settings 52 54 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Specifying the Recording Mode Aiming the Camera Recording an Image 54 55 56 Recording an Image ................................................... 54 23 GETTING READY About This Manual ..................................................... 23 General Guide ............................................................ 24 Camera USB Cradle 24 27 Using the Optical Viewfinder ...................................... 62 Using Zoom ................................................................ 63 Optical Zoom Digital Zoom 63 65 3 INTRODUCTION Using the Flash .......................................................... 67 Flash Unit Status Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Using Flash Assist 70 71 71 Using Continuous Shutter .......................................... 97 Using the Normal-Speed Continuous Shutter Mode Using the High-Speed Continuous Shutter Mode Using the Flash Continuous Shutter Mode Using the Zoom Continuous Shutter Mode 25-shot Stop Action Images (Using the Multi Continuous Shutter Mode) Continuous Shutter Precautions Displaying Sample Scenes Individually Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup To delete a BEST SHOT user setup 98 99 99 100 101 102 105 106 108 Using the Self-timer ................................................... 73 Specifying Image Size ............................................... 76 Specifying Image Quality ........................................... 77 Using the BEST SHOT Mode .................................. 103 79 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Focus Using the Macro Mode Using Pan Focus Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus Using Focus Lock 80 83 84 85 85 87 Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 79 Reducing the Effects of Hand or Subject Movement ................................................................. 108 Shooting with High Sensitivity .................................. 110 Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) ..................................... 111 Before recording with Business Shot To use Business Shot Before trying to restore an old photograph To restore an old photograph Printing an ID Photo Specifying Movie Image Quality Recording a Standard Movie (Movie Mode) 112 112 113 114 118 119 120 Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 88 Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 89 Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually Using Aperture Priority AE Using Shutter Speed Priority AE Setting Exposure Settings Manually Exposure Mode Recording Precautions 91 92 94 96 97 Restoring an Old Photograph ................................... 113 Specifying the Exposure Mode .................................. 92 Recording an ID Photo .............................................. 116 Recording a Movie .................................................... 118 4 INTRODUCTION Instant Movie Setups (MOVIE BEST SHOT Mode) .................................... 123 Displaying MOVIE BEST SHOT Sample Scenes Individually Creating Your Own MOVIE BEST SHOT Setup Recording a Short Movie Recording a Past Movie 124 125 126 129 150 PLAYBACK Playing an Audio Snapshot 151 Basic Playback Operation ........................................ 150 Zooming the Display Image ..................................... 152 Resizing an Image ................................................... 153 Cropping an Image ................................................... 154 Keystone Correction ................................................ 156 Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph ............................................... 157 Adjusting White Balance of a Recorded Image ....... 159 Adjusting Image Brightness ..................................... 161 Playing and Editing a Movie .................................... 162 Playing a Movie Playing Back a Movie with Anti Shake Editing a Movie Capturing a Still Image from a Movie (MOTION PRINT) 162 164 165 168 Shooting with the REC Light .................................... 130 Recording Audio ....................................................... 131 Adding Audio to a Snapshot Recording Your Voice 131 133 Using the Histogram ................................................ 134 REC Mode Camera Settings ................................... 137 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 137 138 139 139 140 142 143 145 145 146 146 147 148 Displaying the 9-image View ................................... 170 Displaying the Calendar Screen .............................. 171 Playing a Slideshow ................................................. 172 Using the Photo Stand Feature 174 Using the Shortcut Menu (EX Menu) ....................... 149 Rotating the Display Image ...................................... 175 5 INTRODUCTION Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 177 To re-record audio 178 191 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 191 191 192 Playing Back a Voice Recording File ....................... 179 Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen ........... 180 Selecting the Video Output System 181 Configuring Sound Settings ..................................... 191 183 DELETING FILES Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 192 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method .................................................. 193 Setting the Clock ...................................................... 194 To select your Home Time zone To set the current time and date Changing the Date Format 185 186 187 187 189 190 190 To display the World Time screen To configure World Time settings 194 195 195 196 196 Deleting a Single File ............................................... 183 Deleting All Files ...................................................... 184 185 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 FAVORITE folder display a file in the FAVORITE folder delete a file from the FAVORITE folder delete all files from the FAVORITE folder Folders ..................................................................... 185 Protecting Files ........................................................ 186 Using World Time ..................................................... 196 Editing the Date and Time of an Image ................... 197 Changing the Display Language ............................. 198 Changing the Brightness of the Monitor Screen ..... 199 Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 200 Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Power On/Off Functions ...................................................... 201 Formatting Built-in Memory ...................................... 202 Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 187 6 INTRODUCTION 203 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 204 205 206 220 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using a Memory Card .............................................. 204 Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 220 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 228 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer .................................................................. 233 Memory Data ............................................................ 234 DCF Protocol Memory Folder Structure Image Files Supported by the Camera 234 235 236 Copying Files ........................................................... 207 208 209 210 PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for a single image To configure print settings for all images Date Printing 212 213 218 DPOF ......................................................................... 211 Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ............... 214 PRINT Image Matching III ............................................ 219 Exif Print ................................................................... 219 7 INTRODUCTION 238 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 Editing 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 Back a Movie on your Macintosh Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) To register as a camera user 238 240 242 245 247 250 252 252 252 253 254 255 256 258 258 259 APPENDIX Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 238 Menu Reference ....................................................... 259 Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 262 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 265 If you have problems installing the USB driver... Display Messages 270 271 Specifications ........................................................... 273 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 253 8 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-Z850. · 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 tradem ...