User manual CASIO EX-Z850

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 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. · Ulead is a trademark of Ulead Systems,Inc. · 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. 9 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 · 8.1 million effective pixels The CCD provides 8.32 million total pixels for images of outstanding resolution and detail. · 2.5-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen · 8.0MB built-in memory Images can be recorded without using a memory card. · Bundled with a USB Cradle The bundled USB cradle can be used to charge the camera's battery (page 37), to view images on a TV screen (page 180), and to transfer images to a computer (page 238). A Photo Stand feature lets you view images while the camera is on the cradle (page 174). · REC mode or PLAY mode power up (page 45) Press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera and enter the mode you want to use. · AF assist light (page 59) Improves auto focus accuracy when shooting under dim lighting. · 24X zoom (page 63) 3X optical zoom, 8X digital zoom · Flash Assist (page 71) This feature compensates when flash intensity is not strong enough, so images are better illuminated. 10 B INTRODUCTION · Triple Self-timer (page 73) The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times, automatically. · Auto Macro (pages 81, 83) 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 81) 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 82) 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 exposure modes (page 92) Three exposure modes control aperture and shutter speed: aperture priority AE (A mode), shutter speed priority AE (S mode), and manual exposure (M mode). · Five continuous shutter modes (page 97) In addition to normal-speed continuous shutter, you can also select high-speed continuous shutter, flash continuous shutter, zoom continuous shutter, or multi continuous shutter. · BEST SHOT (page 103) 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. · Business Shot (page 111) 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 113) You can use the procedure in this section to restore an old, faded photograph with the color provided by modern digital camera technology. · ID Photo Feature (page 116) After recording a portrait, you can print a page that contains a number of different versions in standard ID photo dimensions. 11 INTRODUCTION · Movie recording with audio (page 118) VGA size, 30 fps, MPEG-4 format · A choice of movie recording functions (page 118) In addition to a Movie mode for normal movie recording, you can also use the MOVIE BEST SHOT mode to select one of the built-in sample movie scenes for setup for the scene you selected. MOVIE BEST SHOT scenes include "Short Movie" (for recording short-burst movies) and "Past Movie" (whose recording starts from about five seconds before the shutter button is pressed). · Audio Snapshot mode (page 131) Use this mode to record snapshots that also include audio. · Voice Recording (page 133) Quick and easy recording of voice input. · Real-time RGB histogram (page 134) 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. · EX Menu (page 149) EX Menu gives you short-cut menu access to four frequently-used settings. · Keystone Correction (page 156) A simple operation corrects for keystoning, which occurs when you record the image of a blackboard or poster from an angle. · Color Correction (page 157) Simply record the image of an old photograph to restore its colors. · Built-in Image Editing Functions Simple operations let you change the white balance (page 159) and brightness (page 161) of images after they are recorded. · MOTION PRINT (page 168) Capture frames from a movie and create still images that are suitable for printing. · Calendar screen (page 171) 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. · World Time (page 196) A simple operation sets the current time for your current location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time zones. 12 INTRODUCTION · Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia Cards) for memory expansion (page 203) · Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 211) 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 214) 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 219) 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. · DCF Data Storage (page 234) DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage protocol provides image compatibility between the digital camera and printers. · Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands (pages 242, 245, 255) 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. 13 INTRODUCTION Precautions I General Precautions Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the EX-Z850. All references in this manual to "camera" refer to the CASIO EX-Z850 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. · 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 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 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 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 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. 14 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 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 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 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, disconnect the AC adaptor from the camera, or unplug the AC adaptor from the wall socket 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. 15 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 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 green 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 271). Follow the instructions provided by the message to eliminate the cause of the error. 16 INTRODUCTION 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 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. 17 INTRODUCTION I Power Supply · Use only the special NP-40 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 and/or the USB cradle for about 24 hours. Be sure to reconfigure these settings after power is interrupted (page 194). 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 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. I Other · The camera may become slightly warm during use. This does not indicate malfunction. 18 QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE 2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the battery (page 37). · Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera. · It takes about 180 minutes to achieve a full charge. First, charge the battery! 1. Load the battery into the camera (page 35). 1 1 Inlet Type 2 2 Stopper 1 Plug-in Type 3 [CHARGE] lamp Charging: Lights red Charging Complete: Lights green 19 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 51 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 198) or clock (page 194) 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. 20 C QUICK START GUIDE To record an image Snapshot mode icon See page 54 for details. 1. Press [ Green operation lamp ] (REC). · This enters the REC (recording) mode. 1 3 4 2. Align the mode dial with " " (Snapshot mode). 3. Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor screen or viewfinder 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 green operation lamp lights. Focus frame 4. Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter button all the way down. 2 Before using a commercially available memory card, be sure to first format it using the camera's formatting procedure. For details about formatting a memory card, see page 206. 21 QUICK START GUIDE To view a recorded image See page 150 for details. To delete an image See page 183 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. 22 GETTING READY GETTING READY This term as used in this manual: "a REC mode" Means this: The currently selected recording mode (Snapshot, BEST SHOT, Movie, MOVIE BEST SHOT, Voice Recording) Tiny flecks or "snow" in a recorded image or on the monitor screen, which makes the image look grainy. 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. "digital noise" 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-Z850 Digital Camera The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 56) The NP-40 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery The optionally available CASIO BC-30L charger I Button Operations Button operations are indicated by the button name inside of brackets ([ ]). I On-screen Text On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation marks (" "). "battery" "charger" 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. 23 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 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 235. General Guide The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera. Camera I Front 2 3 4 56 1 8 7 1 Zoom controller 2 Shutter button 3 Power button 4 Flash 5 AF assist light/REC light/ self-timer lamp 6 Finder 7 Lens 8 Microphone 24 GETTING READY I Back 90 AB C I Side J Speaker K[ ] (Continuous J K L shutter) button L [EX] button D [] I E HG F [] [] [] [SET] 9 Finder 0 Operation lamp A [ ] (PLAY mode) button ] (REC mode) button C Mode dial D Strap ring E [SET] button F [ ][ ][ ][ ] G [DISP] button H [MENU] button I Monitor Screen B[ 25 GETTING READY I Bottom M Stopper N Memory card slot O Battery compartment P Battery cover Q Connector R Tripod screw hole * Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. M RQ P ON 26 GETTING READY USB Cradle Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB cradle lets you perform the following tasks. · Battery charging (page 37) · Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow feature (page 174). · TV connectability for viewing of images on a television screen (page 180). · Direct connection to a printer for printing (page 215) · Automatic transfer of images to a computer (page 220) IMPORTANT! · Use only the USB cradle (CA-31) that comes with the camera. Other USB cradles are not supported. I Front 1 2 3 1 Camera connector 2 [USB] lamp 3 [USB] button 4 [CHARGE] lamp 5 [PHOTO] button 54 I Back 6 [DC IN 5.3V] (AC adaptor connector) 7 [ ] (USB port) 8 [AV OUT] 6 7 8 (AV output port) 27 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 Modes I Screen Indicators 1 2 3 4567 F E D B C 89 0 A 1 Flash mode indicator (page 67) None Auto Flash Flash Off Flash On High-power Flash Soft Flash Red-eye reduction · 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. appears only during movie recording. · When you select Auto Focus with Key Customize (page 137), appears only briefly, and then disappears from the display. · 4 Continuous Shutter mode (page 97) Single shot Normal-speed Continuous Shutter High-speed Continuous Shutter Flash Continuous Shutter Zoom Continuous Shutter Multi Continuous Shutter 3 White balance indicator (page 89) AWB Auto Daylight Cloudy Shade Day White Daylight Tungsten Manual · When you select Auto with Key Customize (page 137), AWB appears only briefly, and then disappears from the display. None 10s 2s Z 2 Focus mode indicator (page 79) Auto Focus Macro Pan Focus Infinity Manual Focus 5 Self-timer (page 73) 1-Image Self-timer 10 sec Self-timer 2 sec Triple self-timer x3 28 GETTING READY 6 REC modes (page 54) Snapshot BEST SHOT Aperture Priority AE Shutter Speed Priority AE Manual Exposure Movie MOVIE BEST SHOT Short Movie Past Movie Audio Snapshot Voice Recording · and appear when you select the "Short Movie" or "Past Movie" MOVIE BEST SHOT scene (page 123). 0 · Snapshots: Image quality (page 77) F : Fine N : Normal E : Economy · Movies: Image quality (page 119) HQ : High Quality NORMAL : Normal LP : Long Play NOTE · Changing the setting of any one of the following functions will cause Icon Help (page 139) text to appear on the monitor screen. You can turn off Icon Help if you want. -- Focus mode, White balance, Self-timer, Metering, REC modes -- EX menu screen (page 149) image size, white balance, AF area A REC Light indicator (page 130) Auto On None Off B Date and time (page 194) 7 Metering mode indicator (page 143) None Multi Center Weighted Spot C Battery capacity (page 40) D Histogram (page 134) E Anti Shake indicator (page 108) 8 · Snapshots: Image size (page 76) · Movies: Recording time (page 121) F Focus frame (page 57) · Focusing complete: Green · Focusing failed: Red 9 · Snapshots: Memory capacity (pages 58, 273) · Movies: Remaining recording time (page 120) 29 GETTING READY G I Exposure Panel The exposure panel is an area in the lower right corner of the REC modes monitor screen that shows various adjustable parameters. You can also use the exposure panel to adjust exposure settings. H I J K G Digital zoom indicator (page 65) H ISO sensitivity (page 142) I Aperture value (pages 31, 58, 93, 96) J Shutter speed value (pages 31, 58, 95, 96) K Zoom indicator (page 65) · Left side indicates optical zoom. · Right side indicates digital zoom. Exposure Panel · The following explains the items that appear on the exposure panel. Note that the current REC mode determines which items appear. NOTE · An out of range shutter speed, aperture, or ISO sensitivity setting causes the corresponding monitor screen value to turn amber. 30 GETTING READY 1 Aperture value (pages 93, 96) Use this item to adjust the aperture. · The aperture value is displayed in the exposure panel when the mode dial is set to "A" (aperture priority AE) or "M" (manual exposure). 3 EV shift (exposure compensation value) (page 88) Use this item to adjust the exposure compensation (EV shift) value. · The EV shift value appears in the exposure panel when the mode dial is set to "A" (aperture priority AE) or "S" (shutter speed priority AE). The EV shift value also appears when the mode dial is set to any setting other than "M" (manual exposure) when "EV Shift" is assigned as the "L/R Key" function (page 137). Aperture value EV shift 2 Shutter speed (pages 95, 96) Use this item to adjust the shutter speed. · The shutter speed is displayed in the exposure panel when the mode dial is set to "S" (shutter speed priority AE) or "M" (manual exposure). Shutter speed 4 Manual Focus (MF) setting (page 85) Use this item for adjust focus manually. · The manual focus setting item is displayed in the exposure panel when manual focus is selected (indicated by " " on the monitor screen) using [ ] ( ). MF setting 31 GETTING READY PLAY Mode 5 · Snapshots: Image Size 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 (page 76) · Movies: Image quality (page 119) HQ : High Quality NORMAL : Normal LP : Long Play Day White Daylight Tungsten Manual F E 6 ISO sensitivity (page 142) B Flash mode indicator 7 Aperture value (pages 58, 93, 96) (page 67) Flash On Flash Off High-power Flash Soft Flash Red-eye reduction 8 Shutter speed value (pages 58, 95, 96) D CB A 0 3 Folder name/File name (page 185) Example : When a file named CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a folder named 100CASIO 100-0023 Folder name File name 9 Date and time (page 194) 0 Metering mode indicator (page 143) Multi Center Weighted Spot 1 PLAY mode file type Snapshot Movie MOVIE BEST SHOT Short Movie Past Movie Audio Snapshot Voice Recording C REC modes (page 54) Snapshot BEST SHOT D Battery capacity (page 40) A White balance indicator (pages 89, 159) AWB Auto Daylight Cloudy Shade E Histogram (page 134) F EV value (page 88) 4 · Snapshots: Image quality (page 77) F : Fine N : Normal E : Economy · Movies: Recording time (page 121) 2 Image protection indicator (page 186) 32 GETTING READY IMPORTANT! · Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different digital camera model. Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of [DISP] changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below. I REC Modes Indicators on Histogram on Monitor screen off Indicators off 33 GETTING READY I PLAY Mode IMPORTANT! · Pressing [DISP] will not change monitor screen contents during standby or recording of an audio snapshot. · The monitors screen cannot be turned off while the camera is in a REC mode using a BEST SHOT scene or with movie recording paused. · 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. Indicators on Histogram/Details on Indicators off 34 GETTING READY Attaching the Strap Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the illustration. Power Requirements Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40). Loading the Rechargeable Battery 1. Slide the battery cover in the direction Strap ring indicated by the arrow, and then swing it open. 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. 35 GETTING READY 2. Orienting the battery with its mark pointing towards the battery compartment, push the stopper out of the way with the side of the battery as you load it into the camera. 3. Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow. NP-40 Stopper IMPORTANT! · Use only the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported. 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. · Push the bottom of the battery, and make sure that the stopper securely locks the battery in place.