Liquid Crystal Digital Camera QV-10 Liquid Crystal Digital Camera s Before using the QV-10... Note the following precautions before attempting to use the QV-10. · CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this manual. · CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of the QV-10. · 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. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. QV-10 B Owner's Manual Introduction Congratulations upon your selection of the QV-10 Liquid Crystal Digital Camera. The QV-10 comes with its own built-in liquid crystal color monitor that let's you instantly view the pictures you take. To get the most out of the QV10, be sure to carefully read this manual and follow the instructions contained in it. Please refer to this manual for the QV-10, QV-10A & QV-11 models 1 2 Contents QV-10 Features ..................................................... 6 General Precautions ............................................ 8 Other Precautions .............................................. 10 FCC Guidelines .................................................. 12 Liquid Crystal Digital Camera QV-10 Operation 33 34 36 36 37 38 40 41 42 43 43 43 45 46 46 47 49 51 52 53 57 59 67 Recording Image ................................................ 34 To record an image ............................................................. How to avoid hand movement... ......................................... Flourescent Lighting ........................................................... Infrared Light ....................................................................... Changing the Lens Orientation ........................................... NORMAL/MACRO Switch .................................................. Exposure Adjustment .......................................................... Changing the Aperture Setting ........................................... Record Mode Displays ........................................................ Image Display ................................................................ Displaying the Image Number ....................................... Exposure Warning Indicators ......................................... Low Battery Indicator ..................................................... Memory Full Message ................................................... Using the Self-Timer ........................................................... Displaying Images on the Camera's LCD ........................... Displaying Images on a TV Screen .................................... Displaying the Memory Page Number ................................ Producing a Multi-Page Display .......................................... Using the Zoom Function .................................................... Using Auto Play .................................................................. Protecting Memory Pages .................................................. Getting Acquainted 13 Unpacking ........................................................... 14 General Guide .................................................... 15 Opening the Terminal Panel Cover ............................... Connecting the Wrist Strap ............................................ Using the Lens Cloth ..................................................... Using the Soft Case ....................................................... 16 17 17 17 Operation Reference .......................................... 18 To record an image ............................................................. 18 To view images stored in memory ...................................... 19 To delete images stored in memory ................................... 20 Playing Back Images ......................................... 49 Function Referense ........................................... 21 Record Functions ................................................................ 21 Playback Functions ............................................................. 23 Power Supply ..................................................... 25 To load batteries ................................................................. Standard Battery Life ..................................................... Low Battery Indicator ..................................................... Flash Memory ................................................................ Auto Power Off .............................................................. Using AC Power ................................................................. 25 27 28 28 29 30 Deletting Memory Pages ................................... 70 To delete a single memory page ........................................ 70 To delete all unprotected memory pages ........................... 73 3 4 Contents QV-10 Features Liquid Crystal Digital Camera QV-10 Lightweight and compact design The QV-10 is the first camera to incorporate a built-in monitor into a compact configuration. Connecting to Other Devices 75 Connection Guide .............................................. 76 QV-10 Terminals ................................................................. 78 Using the QV-10 with a Connected Device ...... 79 Television ............................................................................ Video Tape Deck ................................................................ Video Printer ....................................................................... Computer (Using special cable and software) .................... Computer (Video Capture) .................................................. 79 79 80 81 82 Reference 83 Versatile features and functions The versatile features and functions of the QV-10 include: simultaneous display of multiple memory pages, close-up capabilities, automatic sequential display of memory pages, and more. Troubleshooting ................................................. 84 Specifications ..................................................... 88 About the camera's backlight ........................... 89 Close ups Multi-Page Display Auto Playback 5 6 QV-10 Features General Precautions Liquid Crystal Digital Camera QV-10 Be sure to observe the following imporatnt precautions whenever using the QV-10. · Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so creates the danger 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 electrical shock when exposed. Always leave maintenance and repair work up to authorized CASIO service providers. · Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and never let it get wet. Moisture creates the danger of fire and electrical 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 unit, immediately turn power off, unplug the AC adaptor from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO service provider. Using the unit under these conditions creates the danger of fire and electrical shock. · Should you ever notice smoke or a strange odor coming out of the unit, immediately turn power off and unplug the AC adaptor from the power outlet. Using the unit under these conditions creates the danger of fire and electrical shock. After making sure there is no more smoke coming from the unit, take it to your nearest CASIO service provider for repair. Never attempt your own maintenance. · If the unit's case should ever become cracked due to dropping it or otherwise subjecting it to rough treatment, immediately turn power off, unplug the AC adaptor from the power outlet, and contact your nearest CASIO service provider. · Never use the unit inside of an air craft or in any other areas where its use is prohibited. Doing so can result in an accident. Picture composition without looking through a viewfinder The QV-10's high-resolution, low-glare TFT liquid crystal display provides clear pictures even in bright light. VIDEO OUT and digital transfer function for unlimited application of digital images The VIDEO OUT capabilities of the QV-10 makes it possible to connect to a television to use images for presentations and other applications. Digital images can be transferred to a personal computer for storage and editing, or from a computer to the QV-10 for takealong convenience. Video Printer TV Personal Computer Video Tape Deck 7 8 General Precautions · Physical damage and malfunction of this unit can cause the image data stored in its memory to be deleted. Be sure to always keep backup copies of data by recording them on video tape or by transferring them to personal computer memory. · Never open the battery compartment cover, disconnect the AC adaptor from the camera or unplug it from the wall socket while the "WAIT" message is on the LCD. Doing so will not only make storage of the current image impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already stored in camera memory. Other Precautions Liquid Crystal Digital Camera QV-10 MEMORY ERROR message The following error appears on the built-in monitor whenever the camera's flash memory becomes disabled due to malfunction or improper operation. Whenever this happens, all of the digital images stored in the camera's memory will be lost. You will not be able to view stored images or record new ones. Take your camera to your dealer or an authorized CASIO service provider as soon as possible after the MEMORY ERROR message appears. 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 9 10 Other Precautions Liquid Crystal Digital Camera QV-10 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 batteries from the camera and leave the battery compartment cover open for a few hours. GUIDELINES LAID DOWN BY FCC RULES FOR USE OF THIS UNIT IN THE U.S.A. (not applicable to other areas). NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caution : Changes or modification to the product not expressly approved by CASIO could void the user's authority to operate the product. Properly shielded cables with ferrite core must be used for connection to computer in order to meet FCC emission limits. 11 12 Unpacking Ge ...