User manual FUJIFILM FINEPIX 30I

Getting Ready Basic Photography Advanced Features Photography Advanced Features Playback Music Remote Controller Settings 7 8 PC Connection This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix30i correctly. Please follow the instructions carefully. BL00088-200 (1) Warning To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CAUTION 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 : -- 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. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Notes on the Grant: To comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules, this product must be used with a Fujifilm-specified ferrite-core USB cable and DC supply cord. The graphical symbols are located on the bottom of the case. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. For customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES- 003. For customers in the U.S.A. FCC Statement 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. 2 Please read the Safety Notes (P.110) and make sure you understand them before using the camera. 3 Contents Warning ................................................................... 2 Preface .................................................................... 6 Camera Features and Accessories ......................... 7 Nomenclature .......................................................... 8 3 Advanced Features Photography ADVANCED FEATURES PHOTOGRAPHY ............. 35 I Photography mode specifications .................... 35 STILL IMAGE MODE 1 Getting Ready PREFACE ................................................................. 11 Selecting the Language ....................................... 11 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ............................... 11 CHARGING AND LOADING THE BATTERIES ........ 12 LOADING THE BATTERIES ..................................... 14 LOADING THE SmartMediaTM .................................. 15 REMOVING THE SmartMediaTM ............................... 16 OPENING/CLOSING THE LENS COVER ................ 17 SWITCHING ON AND OFF ....................................... 17 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME .............................. 20 USING THE OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTER ..... 22 SELECTING 1 AUTO OR 2 MANUAL ............... 36 PHOTOGRAPHY MENU PLAYBACK MENU g ERASING SINGLE · ALL FRAMES/FORMATTING ... 60 g ERASING MUSIC ................................................ 62 f HOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS (DPOF) ... 64 f DPOF DATE SETTING ....................................... 65 f DPOF SET FRAME ............................................. 66 8 PC Connection PC (PERSONAL COMPUTER) IN CONNECTION ... 83 The first time you connect the camera to your computer ... 83 DSC (Mass storage device) Mode ....................... 83 PC-CAM (camera) Mode ..................................... 83 CONNECTING AT DSC MODE ................................ 84 CONNECTING AT PC-CAMERA MODE .................. 86 DISCONNECTING FROM THE PC (Important ­ always use this procedure.) .................. 88 2 Basic Photography STILL IMAGE MODE PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION ..................... 37 y FLASH ................................................................. 38 AUTO Auto Flash Mode ............................................ 38 : Red-Eye Reduction ........................................ 39 y Forced Flash .................................................. 39 u Suppressed Flash .......................................... 40 ; Slow Synchro ................................................. 40 o SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY .......................... 41 .SOUND SYNC. .............................................. 43 7 VOICE CAPTIONING .......................................... 44 a EV (EXPOSURE COMPENSATION) .................. 46 s WHITE BALANCE (SELECTING THE LIGHT SOURCE) ... 47 AUDIO/MOVIE MODE e MOVIE ................................................................. 48 7 AUDIO RECORDING .......................................... 51 5 Music PLAYING MUSIC ...................................................... 68 CONNECTING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER ........ 69 SELECTING MUSIC MODE ...................................... 69 USING MUSIC .......................................................... 70 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 5 6 Remote Controller TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS USING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER ... 74 PLAYBACK USING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER ... 75 AUDIO RECORDING USING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER ... 76 7 Settings SETTINGS/USING THE OPTION MENU ................. 78 I List of settings .................................................. 78 d jSETTING THE FILE SIZE AND QUALITY (COMPRESSION RATIO) ............................... 79 d LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS/VOLUME ........... 80 SET­UP TAKING PICTURES (1 AUTO MODE) .................. 23 Number of Available Shots .................................. 26 FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION .......................... 27 5 MACRO (CLOSE-UP) PHOTOGRAPHY ............ 28 DIGITAL ZOOM ......................................................... 29 PLAYBACK ZOOM .................................................... 31 MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK ...................................... 32 ERASING SINGLE FRAME ...................................... 33 PLAYBACK MODE 3 VIEWING YOUR IMAGES (PLAYBACK) ............ 30 4 Advanced Features Playback ADVANCED FEATURES PLAYBACK ...................... 53 I Playback mode menu ...................................... 53 PLAYING BACK MOVIES ......................................... 54 PLAYING BACK VOICE CAPTIONS ........................ 56 PLAYING BACK AUDIO RECORDINGS .................. 58 4 SET­UP .................................................................... 81 I SET­UP menu options .................................... 81 Using SET­UP .................................................... 81 POWER SAVE .......................................................... 82 System Expansion Options ................................... 90 Accessories Guide ................................................ 91 Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly ................ 93 Notes on the Power Supply .................................. 94 Applicable Batteries ........................................... 94 Notes on the Batteries ....................................... 94 Notes on Using the Enclosed Battery Charger ... 95 Specifications of the Enclosed Battery Charger BC-NHS ... 96 Notes on Using the AC Power Adapter ............. 96 Notes on the SmartMediaTM .................................. 97 Warning Displays .................................................. 99 Troubleshooting .................................................. 102 Specifications ...................................................... 105 Explanation of Terms .......................................... 108 Safety Notes ....................................................... 110 EC Declaration of Conformity ............................. 114 Preface I Test Shots Prior to Photography For particularly important photographs (such as weddings and overseas trips), always take a test photograph and view the image to make sure that the camera is functioning normally. h Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. cannot accept liability for any incidental losses (such as the costs of photography or the loss of income from photography) incurred as a result of faults with this product. h If liquid crystal is swallowed Flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Then seek medical assistance. Camera Features and Accessories Camera Features h Superb high-quality images from the 2.0 million effective pixels h 1/2.7 inch square pixel CCD with RGB color filter (Number of total pixels: 2.11 million) h Number of recorded pixels up to 1600 × 1200 pixels h Music player functions h Seamless digital 2.5× zoom photography and up to 5× zoom playback function h Compact and lightweight body h 1.8-inch 72,000 pixels color LCD monitor (D-TFD) h Quick and responsive operation h Wide-angle field of view (with Macro function) h Automatic built-in flash with high-precision wide-range flash control sensor h Manual photography mode that allows fine tuning of the camera settings h Movie shooting function (320 × 240 pixels with sound) h Voice captioning function for easy photography information recording h Audio recording function h Sound sync. mode for automatic picture taking in response to loud noises such as laughter h Easy high-speed image file transfer via the USB connection h Supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) for simple print ordering h Conforms to the new standard for digital camera file system Design rule for Camera File System Accessories h AA-size Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Batteries HR-3UF (2) h Shoulder Strap (1) I Notes on Electrical Interference If the camera is to be used in hospitals or aircrafts, please note that this camera may cause interference to other equipment in the hospital or aircraft. For details, please check with the applicable regulations. I Notes on Copyright Images recorded using your digital camera system cannot be used in ways that infringe copyright laws without the consent of the owner, unless intended only for personal use. Note that some restrictions apply to the photographing of stage performances, entertainments and exhibits, even when intended purely for personal use. Users are also asked to note that the transfer of memory cards containing images or data protected under copyright laws is only permissible within the restrictions imposed by those copyright laws. I Handling Your Digital Camera This camera contains precision electronic components. To ensure that images are recorded correctly, do not subject the camera to impact or shock while an image is being recorded. h Remote Controller (1) I Trademark Information h iMac and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. h Windows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation of the U.S. registered in the U.S.A. and other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operating System. h SmartMedia is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation. h Other company or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. h Headphones (1) I Liquid Crystal If the LCD monitor or display panel is damaged, take particular care with the liquid crystal in the monitor or panel. If any of the following situations arise, take the urgent action indicated. h If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin Wipe the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly with soap and running. h If liquid crystal gets into your eye Flush the affected eye with clean water for at least 15 minutes and then seek medical assistance. h Battery Charger BC-NHS (1) h USB Interface Set (1) · CD-ROM: Software for FinePix MP (1) · Special USB cable with Noise Suppression core (1) · Software Quick Start Guide (1) 6 h Owner's Manual (this manual) (1) 7 Nomenclature Power switch POWER(P.17) MUSIC(P.69) Shutter button Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera features. Viewfinder (P.24) Speaker (P.80) Viewfinder lamp (P.25) Mode switch Still image mode (P.23) Playback mode (P.30) Audio/Movie mode (P.51 / 48) ( ) ( ) button Flash (P.38) Self-timer lamp(P.42) Flash control sensor Viewfinder window Microphone Macro selector switch (P.28) REMOTE (remote controller) socket (P.69) BACK button MENU / OK button DISP button (P.23,27,30) LCD monitor button Strap mount (P.11) Tripod mount Battery cover (P.14,15,16) SmartMedia slot (P.15) Battery compartment (P.14) Lens cover(P.17) Lens (USB) socket (P.84,86) DC IN 3V (Power input) socket (P.22) 8 9 Nomenclature Example of LCD Monitor Text Display: Still image Macro Flash Photography mode File size/Image quality Battery low warning Zoom bar Camera shake warning EV White balance Number of remaining shots 1 Getting Ready PREFACE Attaching the Shoulder Strap Selecting the Language 1 0 2 0 1 Date Example of LCD Monitor Text Display: Playback Voice captioning DPOF Playback frame number Battery low warning You can use the "SET­ UP" screen on this camera to select "ENGLISH" or "FRANCAIS" as the "LANGUAGE" used for screen display (P.81). The screens in this manual are shown in "ENGLISH". 1Pass the loop of this cord on the end of the strap through the strap mount. 2Then pass the other end of the strap through the loop of the thin cord and pull the strap tight. Playback mode Date 10 11 CHARGING AND LOADING THE BATTERIES Batteries that Can Be Charged AA-size Ni-MH batteries Fujifilm HR-3UF: 2 (supplied with the camera or sold separately) Charge lamp The shapes of the Battry charger, the plug and socket outlet depend on the country. 1 2 ! G Ni-MH Load the rechargeable batteries into the battery charger as indicated on the label. Plug the charger into a power outlet to begin charging. Charging ends after about 5 hours and the charging lamp goes off. Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet when it is not in use. ! G Attempting 12 to charge batteries other than those specified for use with the charger (such as manganese, alkaline or lithium batteries) can cause the batteries to burst or leak. This could result in a fire or injury and consequent damage to the surroundings. See P.107 for information on the number of available shots/time using the batteries. ! G If the terminals of Ni-MH (nickel-metal hydride) batteries are soiled, it may not be possible to charge them. To avoid possible problems, clean the battery terminals and charger terminals with a clean, dry cloth. (Clean the batteries and charger terminals with a clean, dry cloth the first time the batteries are charged. Then insert and remove the batteries from the charger several times prior to charging.) ! G Do not charge new and used batteries together. ! G Fully discharged Ni-MH batteries take approximately batteries are not fully charged at shipment and must be charged before being used. Newly purchased batteries or batteries that have been left unused for an extended period may not be fully charged. (This is indicated by the immediate display of the battery low warning and a low available shots/time for battery operation.) This is a normal characteristic of the batteries and does not indicate a fault. Repeatedly charging and using the batteries 3 or 4 times will enable you to fully recharge the batteries and increase the time for which the camera will operate using batteries. ! G If you repeatedly charge a Ni-MH battery before it is fully discharged, it will suffer from the "memory effect" , causing the battery low warning to appear while there is still ample charge remaining in the battery. You can restore batteries to normal operation by running the batteries completely flat before charging them. Memory effect: A phenomenon whereby a battery displays the characteristic of appearing to have a reduced capacity. ! G See P.94-96 for notes on the batteries. 1 5 hours (1700 mAh) to recharge. Shorter charging times can be achieved using the Ni-MH/Battery Charger BCH-NH (P.91). 13 LOADING THE BATTERIES Compatible batteries AA-size Ni-MH batteries Fujifilm HR-3UF: 2 (supplied with the camera or sold separately) LOADING THE SmartMediaTM 1 0 3 0 SmartMediaTM(sold separately) I Only use 3.3V SmartMedia MG-4S ( 4MB), MG-8S ( 8MB), MG-16S (16MB), MG-32S (32MB), MG-64S (64MB) MG-16SW ( 16MB, ID) MG-32SW ( 32MB, ID) MG-64SW ( 64MB, ID) MG-128SW (128MB, ID) 1 0 3 0 ! G You should carry a spare set of batteries (sold separately) when taking pictures. ! G Do not use different types of batteries or old and new batteries together. ! G You cannot use lithium, manganese or nickelcadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries. Alkaline batteries should only be used in an emergency. Note the following when using alkaline batteries: iThe battery terminals should be wiped clean with a clean, dry cloth. iAlways switch the LCD monitor off (P.27) before using alkaline batteries. Alkaline batteries cannot be used in Macro mode, Movie mode or Digital zoom mode. iThe available shots/time for battery operation are limited. The available shots/time for battery operation vary depending on the battery brand and the ambient temperature. At temperatures of +5°C (+40°F) and below, it may not be possible to take pictures or play back music. iBecause you are using the FinePix30i with the LCD monitor switched off, the power cuts out without a remaining battery low warning being displayed. 1 2 0 2 0 N Notes on Handling Alkaline Batteries N Gold marking 1Slide the battery cover out and lift it open. 2Insert the batteries correctly as indicated by the polarity icons. 3Close the battery cover. ! G Image files cannot be recorded or erased if a writeprotect sticker is affixed to the SmartMedia. ! G Operation of this camera is only guaranteed when it is used with FUJIFILM SmartMedia. ! G Some 3.3V SmartMedia are labelled as "3V" or "ID" cards. ! G See P.97-98 for notes on the SmartMedia. 1 Check that the camera is switched off. Then hold the camera so that the battery cover faces upwards and slide the cover out to open it. 2 Push the SmartMedia firmly into the SmartMedia slot as far as it will go. 3 Close the battery cover. ! G Do not apply excessive force to the battery cover. ! G Take care not to drop the batteries when you open ! G See P.94-96 for notes on the batteries. or close the battery cover. ! G If 14 A SmartMedia with ID is needed to use the music function. you open the battery cover while the camera is switched on, the camera automatically switches off to protect the data on the SmartMedia. ! G The SmartMedia will not slide fully into the slot if it is inserted facing the wrong way. Be careful not to apply undue force to the SmartMedia. 15 REMOVING THE SmartMediaTM 1 1 0 2 0 OPENING/CLOSING THE LENS COVER 2 SWITCHING ON AND OFF 1 0 3 0 Grip the SmartMedia and pull it out, taking care that the batteries do not fall out of the camera. 1Check that the indicator in the viewfinder lamp is green ( P.25). 2Then switch the camera off. 3Always ensure that the battery cover is facing upwards when you open it. Open and close the lens cover by sliding it down and up diagonally. 2 0 3 01 ! G To protect the SmartMedia, always store it in the special anti-static case. ! G See P.17 for information on switching the camera on and off. N Printing Images and Downloading Images to a PC N h See P.64, 90 for information on printing images. h See P.83-89 for information on downloading images to a PC. ! G Slide the lens cover until it locks into place. ! G Take care not to touch the lens directly while lens cover is open. 1To turn the camera on or off, slide the Power switch to "$". 2Sliding the Power switch to "%" allows you to use the camera as a music player. 3When you do not want to listen to music, slide the Power switch to the middle position. the ! G Note that you cannot use the FinePix30i as a camera when the Power switch is set to "%". N Auto Power Off function N If the camera is not used in any way for roughly 2 minutes, the Auto Power Off function always switches the camera off to reduce power consumption. You cannot disable this function. However, the Auto Power Off function does not operate in sound sync. mode (P.43), audio recording (P.51) or playback of audio recordings (P.58), or when the camera is connected via the USB interface (P.83). 16 Never open the battery cover while the camera is still switched on as this could corrupt the image files on the SmartMedia or damage the SmartMedia itself. 17 SWITCHING ON AND OFF I You can switch the camera on in different ways depending on how you want to use it. Do This h To take pictures h To switch between taking pictures and playing back images Open the lens cover and then slide the Power switch to "$". 1 2 Blank Lit red Blinking red + If the Auto Power Off function shuts the camera down while you are taking pictures (while the lens cover is open), use the Power switch to turn the camera back on. Switch the camera on without opening the lens cover. 1 h To play back images or sound (without taking pictures) h To use the camera for audio recording (P.51) + If you switch the camera on with the Mode switch (P.9) set to "q ", the "¥ " warning is displayed. When this occurs, set the Mode switch to "3" or "r". Slide the Power switch to "% " without opening the lens cover. h To use the camera as a music player (P.69) + 18 When you switch the camera on, the viewfinder lamp lights (green). If the date has been cleared, a confirmation message appears. H: The DATE/TIME setting screen appears (P.21). J: The camera remains in Still image, Audio/Movie or playback mode. With the LCD monitor on, you can check the remaining charge in the battery. 1Batteries have ample charge (No indicator displayed). 2The batteries charge is low. Have a new set of batteries ready. 3The batteries are exhausted. The display will shortly go blank and the camera will stop working. Replace or recharge the batteries. ! G In Still Image mode, the LCD monitor stays off when The camera does not switch on unless you connect the remote controller (P.69) and play back some music. ! G If you do not set the date and time, this confirmation screen will appear each time you switch the camera on. you switch the camera on. See P.27 for information on switching the LCD monitor on. ! G If the batteries charge is depleted, you may not be able to switch the LCD monitor on. 19 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME 1 13 00 2 0 2 1 0 2 0 3 1 0 2 0 4 1 The "SET­UP" screen reappears. Press the "MENU/OK" button to complete the settings. 1Press the "MENU/OK" button to display the menu screen. 2Use "d" or "c" to select "dOPTION", and then use "a ([)" or "b (])" to select "SET­UP". 3Press the "MENU/OK" button. 1The "SET­UP" screen appears. Use "a ([)" or "b (])" to select "DATE/TIME". 2Press "c". ! G See P.78 for more information on the "dOPTION" ! G If at least 10 minutes have passed since the AC power menu. adapter was connected or the batteries inserted and date and time set, then those settings will be maintained for roughly 12 hours even when the camera has no power supply (when the AC power adapter is disconnected and the batteries are removed). 1Use "d" or "c" to select the desired item and then use "a ([)" and "b (])" to correct the setting. 2When you have finished setting the date and time, press the "MENU/OK" button to confirm the setting. ! G If you hold down "a ([)" or "b (])", the numbers ! G The appearance of the date/time setting screen may differ. 2001 .01.01. 20 If the date was cleared and you selected "H", proceed from step 3 (P.21). change continuously. ! G When the time displayed passes "12:00:00", the AM/PM setting automatically switches. ! G You cannot set the seconds. To set the time precisely, press the "MENU/OK" button when the time signal reaches zero. If the date was cleared and you selected "H", the camera switches to Still image, Audio/Movie or playback mode without returning to the "SET­UP" screen. 21 USING THE OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTER AC power adapter (optional) Always use a FUJIFILM AC Power Adapter AC-3V (P.91). Use the AC power adapter in situations when a loss of power will cause problems, such as during file downloading (via the USB connection). Using the AC power adapter also allows you to take pictures and play back images without worrying about depleting the batteries. 2 Basic Photography 1 1 0 STILL IMAGE MODE TAKING PICTURES (1 AUTO MODE) 2 2 0 DC IN 3V socket 3 0 4 0 2 Check that the camera is switched off. Plug the AC power adapter connector into the "DC IN 3V" socket and then plug the AC power adapter into the power outlet. ! G See P.96 for notes on using the AC power adapter. ! G Only connect or disconnect the AC power adapter ! G The 22 when the camera is switched off. Connecting or disconnecting the AC power adapter while the camera is switched on temporarily interrupts the power supply to the camera, so that images or movies being shot at the time are not recorded. Failing to switch the camera off first can also result in damage to the SmartMedia or malfunctions during PC connection. socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. ! G The shape of the plug and socket-outlet depends on the country of use. 1Set the Mode switch to "q". 2Open the lens cover (P.17). 3Switch the camera on (P.17). 4To use the viewfinder (excluding Macro mode), press the "DISP" button to switch the LCD monitor off (P.27). hFocal range: Approx. 60 cm (2.0 ft.) to infinity Loop the shoulder strap over your shoulder, brace your arms against your sides and hold the camera in both hands. ! G For close-up shots, use the Macro setting (P.28). ! G To minimize power consumption, use the viewfinder ! G The image will be blurred if the camera moves when taking the picture (camera shake). When shooting in low-light conditions, use the flash (P.38) or a tripod to prevent blurred images due to camera shake. (switch the LCD monitor off) to take pictures. Connecting the AC power adapter does not allow you to charge the Ni-MH batteries. You must use the charger provided (P.12) or the optional charger (P.91) to charge Ni-MH batteries. ! G If a "" "§", "·" or "­" message appears, see P.99, 100. 23 STILL IMAGE MODE TAKING PICTURES (1 AUTO MODE) 3 4 5 Beep IViewfinder lamp display Color Green Status Lit Lit Meaning Ready to shoot Image being recorded onto the SmartMedia. LCD monitor Orange Blinking Flash charging 2 Be careful to ensure that the lens, flash and flash control sensor are not obscured by your hands or the camera strap. When you press the shutter button, the camera emits a short beep and takes the picture. The data is then recorded. ! G When you press the shutter button, there is a very ! G The viewfinder lamp blinks orange while the flash is ViewFinder short delay before the picture is actually taken. charging. If the LCD monitor is switched on, the screen may go dark for a moment. This is normal and does not indicate a fault. ! G The flash charging time may increase when the battery charge gets lower. ! G Since the amount of image data recorded is not fixed and varies depending on the subject (level of image detail, etc.), the number of available shots may not decrease after the image is recorded, or may decrease by 2. ! G See P.99-101 for information on the warning displays. Red ! G If the lens, flash or flash control sensor is obscured Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to locate your subject in the frame. h SmartMedia warning No SmartMedia loaded, SmartMedia not formatted, incorrect format, write-protect sticker used, SmartMedia full, Blinking SmartMedia error. When the LCD monitor is switched on, details of the warning are displayed on the monitor (P.99-101). 24 by your fingers or the camera strap, you may not be able to obtain the correct brightness (exposure) for your shot. ! G Check that the lens is clean. If it is dirty, clean the lens as described on P.93. ! G To frame your shot precisely, you should take the ! G In some conditions it may be difficult to see your subject clearly on the LCD monitor (Such as in sunny weather outdoors or when you are shooting dimly lit scenes). In such situations, use the viewfinder to take the shot. picture using the LCD monitor. During image recording, the viewfinder lamp glows orange and you cannot take pictures. Note also that switching the camera off or opening the battery cover during image recording could corrupt the image files. 25 STILL IMAGE MODE TAKING PICTURES (1 AUTO MODE) STILL IMAGE MODE FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION Scene Use this frame when you want to position your main subject in the center of the frame or when you want to align your shot with the horizon. This feature provides a clear guide to the subject size and the overall balance of the shot so that you get exactly the shot you want. Number of Available Shots The number of available shots appears on the LCD monitor. ! G See P.79 for information on changing the File Size ! G The factory default settings at shipment are 1M (File Size) and N (Quality: NORMAL). LCD monitor OFF LCD monitor ON Framing Guideline displayed and Quality settings. 2 I Standard number of shots per SmartMedia The number of shots may increase or decrease slightly depending on the type of subject. Note also that the larger the SmartMedia capacity, the greater the discrepancy between the standard number of shots and the actual number of shots. File Size Quality Mode Image Data Size MG-4S (4MB) MG-8S (8MB) MG-16S/SW (16MB) MG-32S/SW (32MB) MG-64S/SW (64MB) MG-128SW (128MB) FINE Approx. 770KB 4 10 20 41 82 166 8 1600 × 1200 NORMAL Approx. 390KB 9 19 39 79 159 319 BASIC Approx. 200KB 19 39 75 152 306 613 9 1280 × 960 FINE Approx. 620KB 6 12 25 50 101 204 NORMAL Approx. 320KB 12 25 49 99 198 398 0 640 × 480 NORMAL Approx. 130KB 30 61 122 247 497 997 You can select the Framing Guide function in "q" still image mode. The mode shown on the LCD monitor switches each time you press the "DISP" button. Press the "DISP" button to display the framing guideline. ! G The framing guideline is not recorded on the image. ! G The lines in the scene frame roughly divide the 26 The number of available shots are shown for formatted SmartMedia. recorded pixels into three parts horizontally and vertically. When the image is printed, the resulting print may be shifted slightly from the scene frame. 27 STILL IMAGE MODE i MACRO (CLOSE-UP) PHOTOGRAPHY STILL IMAGE MODE DIGITAL ZOOM 2 Selecting Macro mode allows you to take closeup shots. If the flash is set to "AUTO" or ":Redeye Reduction mode", it is automatically set to "uSuppressed Flash mode". G Effective 1 Photography Range: Approx. 8 cm to 15 cm (3.1 in to 5.9 in.). Zoom bar ! G Using the camera width (approx. 8.5 cm or 3.3 in.) 2 You can use the digital zoom function for only "9" and "0" settings. Note that the digital zoom only functions when you use the LCD monitor to take shots. To zoom in on your subject, press "a" ([Tele). To zoom out, press "b" (]Wide). To switch to Macro mode, slide the Macro selector switch towards the Macro icon until it stops. "i" : The "5" icon appears on the LCD monitor and you can take close-up shots. "t" : Macro mode is cancelled and the camera is ready for normal shooting (P.23). A "zoom bar" appears on the LCD monitor. G as a guide, ensure that the distance to the subject is between 8 cm (3.1 in.) and 15 cm (5.9 in.). The camera will not focus on subjects outside this focal range. ! G To use the flash, select the "y Forced Flash" or "; Slow Synchro" setting in the menu screen (P.38-40). However, you may not be able to obtain the correct brightness (exposure) for your shot. ! G When shooting in dark conditions, use a tripod to prevent camera shake. Digital zoom focal distance (35 mm camera equivalent) 9: Equivalent to approx. 38 mm-49 mm (approx. 1.3×) 0: Equivalent to approx. 38 mm-95 mm (approx. 2.5×) 28 If you use the viewfinder to take a picture in Macro mode, the field visible through the viewfinder does not match the field actually photographed because the viewfinder and lens are in different positions. Accordingly, you should use the LCD monitor to take pictures in Macro mode. ! G The LCD monitor automatically switches on. ! G You cannot switch the LCD monitor off. ! G When you cancel Macro mode, the LCD monitor remains on. ! G You cannot use the digital zoom for recorded pixels ! G See of "8". P.79 for information on changing the file size setting. 29 PLAYBACK MODE 3 VIEWING YOUR IMAGES (PLAYBACK) 1 0 2 0 PLAYBACK MODE PLAYBACK ZOOM 2 13 00 2 0 1 2 Frame number DPOF 1 2 1Set the Mode switch to "3". 2You can use "c" and "d" to move forward and backward respectively through your images. Normal playback No text displayed Multi-frame playback Zoom bar If you have specified DPOF settings (P.64), the "f" icon is displayed. The LCD monitor display changes each time you press the "DISP" button. ! G When you set the Mode switch to "3 ", the last image shot is displayed. ! G See P.78 and 80 for more information on adjusting the brightness of the LCD monitor. 30 You can use this camera to view (excluding some uncompressed data) images recorded on a FinePix30i or images recorded onto a 3.3V SmartMedia using a FUJIFILM FinePix series, MX series or DX series digital camera. N Images That Can be Viewed on the FinePix30i N Pressing "a ([)" or "b (])" during single-frame playback zooms in (enlarges) or out on a still image. When you use this function, a zoom bar is displayed. G Zoom scales: 8 1600 × 1200 pixels: Max. 5× 9 1280 × 960 pixels: Max. 4× 0 640 × 480 pixels: Max. 2× After you have zoomed in on your image, 1Press the "DISP" button. 2Use "a ([)", "b (])", "d" and "c" to zoom in on different parts of the image. 3Press the "DISP" button again to revert to zoomed display. images shot on other camera models. ! G Press the "BACK" button to return to normal unscaled display. ! G You may not be able to use playback zoom for some This is useful for such things as checking the focus after you take a shot. ! G Pressing "d " or "c " during zooming cancels zooming and moves to the next image. 31 PLAYBACK MODE MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK 2 Normal playback No text displayed Multi-frame playback PLAYBACK MODE ERASING SINGLE FRAME 1 0 2 0 1 1 0 2 0 1 2 2 Pressing the "DISP" button during playback switches the LCD monitor to the next display mode. Press the "DISP" button several times to select multi-frame (9-frame) playback. You cannot display text during multi-frame playback. 1Select a frame by using "d", "c", "a ([)" and "b (])" to move the cursor (the orange box) to the desired frame. Press "a ([)" or "b (])" several times to switch to the previous page or the next page. 2Press the "DISP" button to view the currently selected image at full size. 1Set the Mode switch to "3". 2Press the "MENU/OK" button to display the Menu screen on the LCD monitor. Select "FRAME" in the "gERASE" menu and press the "MENU/OK" button. ! G You cannot use multi-frame playback while a menu 32 ! G Playback is displayed. zoom cannot be used with multi-frame playback. ! G See P.60 for more details of the "gERASE" menu. 33 PLAYBACK MODE ERASING SINGLE FRAME 3 Advanced Features Photography 4 Mode switch ADVANCED FEATURES PHOTOGRAPHY 3 The "Advanced Features Photography" section introduces a range of camera functions that you can access by setting the Mode switch to "q" or "r". I Photography mode specifications Photography mode 1 AUTO (P.23, 36) This is the easiest mode for taking pictures and can be used in a wide range of conditions. Accessible menu settings y Flash (P.38) l Self-timer (P.41) . Sound sync. (P.43) 7 Voice captioning (P.44) y Flash (P.38) a EV (Exposure Compensation) Factory default Shared menu settings Press the "MENU/OK" button to erase the displayed image. When erasing is complete, the next image appears and the "¨" message is displayed. AUTO OFF ­ OFF AUTO 0 AUTO q Still image 2 MANUAL (P.36) This mode allows you to set the "EV" and "White balance" settings. 3 dOPTION See P.78 for more information on each of the settings. (P.46) s White balance (Selecting the Press "d" or "c" to display the image to be erased. Light Source) (P.47) ! G If the "TM " message appears, you cannot delete the file. Use the other camera on which the file was protected to unprotect the file. ! G "¢ " is displayed for frames with DPOF settings and they cannot be erased (P.101). e Movie (P.48) This mode allows you to shoot up to 20 seconds of movie at a time. -- -- r Audio/Movie 7 Audio Recording (P.51) This mode allows you to record sound. -- -- ! 34 G Press the "BACK" button to cancel frame erasing. To continue erasing images, repeat the procedure from step 3 . 35 STILL IMAGE MODE SELECTING 1 AUTO OR 2 MANUAL 2 0 PHOTOGRAPHY MENU PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION 2 0 1 1 0 2 1 0 2 0 1 1 0 2 1Set the Mode switch to "q". 2Press the "MENU/OK" button to display the menu on the LCD monitor. 1Press the "MENU/OK" button to display the menu. 2Use "d" and "c" to select the menu item and "a ([)" and "b (])" to change the setting. Settings icons 3 1 AUTO This is the easiest mode for taking pictures and can be used in a wide range of conditions. 1Use "a ([)", "b (])", "d" and "c" to select "4 AUTO" or "4 MANUAL" from the "d OPTION" menu. 2Press the "MENU/OK" button to confirm the selection. Press the "MENU/OK" button to confirm the selection. When you validate the settings, the respective icons appear at the top of the screen. 2 MANUAL This mode allows you to set the "EV" and "White balance" settings. 36 ! G See P.78-82 for more information on the "SET­UP", "FILE SIZE", "LCD BRIGHTNESS" settings. ! G The settings available in the menu screen differ depending on the still image mode. See P.35 for details. 37 PHOTOGRAPHY MENU y FLASH This mode can be selected in the "1 · 2" still image modes. Use the flash mode that best suits your shot. h5 modes: "AUTO, :, y, u and ;" hEffective flash range (in "1 AUTO" mode): Approx. 0.6 m to 3 m (2.0 ft. to 9.8 ft.) AUTO Auto Flash Mode Use this mode for ordinary photography. The flash fires automatically as required by the shooting conditions. : Red-Eye Reduction Use this mode to ensure that the subject's eyes appear natural when photographing people in low-light conditions. The flash fires automatically as required by the photography conditions. The flash fires a pre-flash just before the picture is taken and then fires again to take the actual picture. y Forced Flash Use this mode to photograph backlit scenes, such as a subject against a window or in the shade of a tree, or to obtain the correct colors when you are shooting under lighting such as fluorescent tubes. In this mode, the flash fires in bright as well as dark conditions. 3 ! G When you select a flash mode, you may find that the 38