User manual FUJIFILM FINEPIX A800

Getting Ready Using the Camera Advanced Features · Photography · Playback · Movie Settings OWNER'S MANUAL This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix A610/FinePix A800 correctly. Please follow the instructions carefully. Camera Connection Software Installation Appendices Troubleshooting BL00593-201(1) Warning To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For customers in the U.S.A. Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Please read the Safety Notes (p.158) and make sure you understand them before using the camera. 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. 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 A/V cable, USB cable, and DC supply cord. 2 IMPORTANT NOTICE BEFORE OPENING THE CD-ROM PROVIDED BY FUJIFILM Corporation, PLEASE READ THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. 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End User License Agreement This End User License Agreement ("Agreement") is an agreement between FUJIFILM Corporation ("FUJIFILM") and you, which sets forth the terms and conditions of the license granted for you to use the software provided by FUJIFILM. The CD-ROM contains third party software. In case a separate agreement is provided by a third party supplier for its software, the provisions of such separate agreement shall apply to the use of such third party software, prevailing over those of this Agreement. 1. Definitions. (a) "Media" means the CD-ROM titled "Software for FinePix KA"- which is provided to you together with this Agreement. (b) "Software" means the software which is recorded on Media. (c) "Documentation" means the operation manuals of Software and other related written materials which are provided to you together with Media. (d) "Product" means Media (including Software) and Documentation collectively. 2. Use of Software. FUJIFILM grants to you a nontransferable, nonexclusive license: (a) to install one copy of Software onto one computer in binary machine executable form; (b) to use Software on the computer onto which Software is installed; and (c) to make one backup copy of Software. 3. Restrictions. 3.1 You shall not distribute, rent, lease or otherwise transfer all or any part of Software, Media or Documentation to any third party without FUJIFILM's prior written consent. You also shall not sublicense, assign or otherwise transfer all or any part of the rights granted to you by FUJIFILM under this Agreement without FUJIFILM's prior written consent. 3.2 Except as expressly granted by FUJIFILM hereunder, you shall not copy or reproduce all or any part of Software or Documentation. 3.3 You shall not modify, adapt or translate Software or Documentation. You also shall not alter or remove copyright and other proprietary notices that appear on or in Software or Documentation. 3.4 You shall not, or shall not have any third party, reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble Software. 3 EC Declaration of Conformity We Name: Address: FUJIFILM Europe GmbH Heesenstrasse 31 40549 Dusseldorf, Germany declare that the product Product Name: FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix A610/FinePix A800 Manufacturer's Name: FUJIFILM Corporation Manufacturer's Address: MIDTOWN WEST, 7-3, AKASAKA 9-CHOME, MINATO-KU, TOKYO 107-0052, JAPAN conforms to the following Standards: Safety: EN60065 EMC: EN55022: 1998 Classe B EN55024: 1998 EN61000-3-2: 1995 + A1: 1998 + A2: 1998 following the provision of the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC) and Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC). Dusseldorf, Germany Place February 1, 2007 Date Signature/Managing Director This product comes with batteries. When these are empty, you shouldn't throw them away but deliver them as domestic chemical refuse. 4 Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in Private Households Disposal of used Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product, or in the manual and in the warranty, and/or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to an applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. If your equipment contains easy removable batteries or accumulators please dispose these separately according to your local requirements. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you have purchased the product. In Countries outside the EU: If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct way of disposal. 5 Contents Warning................................................................. 2 IMPORTANT ......................................................... 3 EC Declaration of Conformity................................ 4 Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in Private Households...................................... 5 Contents................................................................ 6 Preface.................................................................. 8 About this Manual ............................................... 10 Accessories Included .......................................... 12 Camera Parts and Features (FinePix A610) ....... 13 Camera Parts and Features (FinePix A800) ....... 14 Example of LCD Monitor Text Display ................ 15 Advanced Features -- Photography Using the Photography Functions -- Procedure of Setting................................. Setting the Shooting Mode (FinePix A610) ........ Setting the Shooting Mode (FinePix A800) ........ Shooting Mode ................................................... e Macro (Close-up) ........................................... d Setting the Flash (Intelligent Flash) ................ * Self-Timer ...................................................... j Increasing Monitor Brightness ...................... Using SHOOTING MENU .................................. Setting the SHOOTING MENU .................. SHOOTING MENU............................................. Changing the sensitivity setting ( ISO) ................................................... Changing the quality setting ( QUALITY) .......................................... Adjusting exposure compensation ( EXP. COMPENSATION) ................... Adjusting color balance ( WHITE BALANCE) ............................ 41 43 44 46 51 52 54 56 57 57 60 60 61 63 64 Getting Ready Loading the Batteries .......................................... 16 Loading the Memory Card................................... 19 Turning On and Off ............................................. 22 Setting the language, date, and time .......... 23 Correcting the Date and Time ............................. 25 Selecting the Language ...................................... 26 Using the Camera Taking Pictures (AUTO Mode) ............................ 27 Taking pictures with the focus and exposure locked....................................................... 31 Adjusting the shot composition ................... 33 Viewing the Images............................................. 34 Erasing the Images/Movies ............................ 38 Using the erase button ( /n) .................... 38 Erasing the images using Playback menu......................................... 38 Advanced Features -- Playback Using PLAYBACK MENU................................... Setting the PLAYBACK MENU .................. PLAYBACK MENU ............................................ Setting automatic playback ( SLIDE SHOW)................................... DPOF set frame ( PRINT ORDER (DPOF)) ................... 66 66 67 67 67 6 Protecting the images ( PROTECT)........ 71 Copying the images ( COPY) .................. 72 Rotating the images ( IMAGE ROTATE) ............................... 75 Trimming the images ( TRIMMING) (FinePix A800 only) ....... 76 Appendices System Expansion Option ................................ 113 Accessories Guide ........................................... 114 Using Your Camera Correctly .......................... 116 Power Supply and Batteries ............................. 117 Discharging rechargeable batteries ......... 119 Notes on the xD-Picture CardTM, the SD Memory Card and the Internal Memory .................... 122 Warning Displays ............................................. 124 Advanced Features -- Movie r Recording Movies .......................................... 78 Set the camera to r Movie mode (FinePix A610) ......................................... 78 Set the camera to r Movie mode (FinePix A800) ......................................... 78 Record movies ............................................ 79 w Playing Back Movies ..................................... 81 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting................................................ 129 Specifications (FinePix A610) ........................ Specifications (FinePix A800) ........................ Explanation of Terms ..................................... FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network..................................................... Safety Notes................................................... Usable Memory Cards You can use the xD-Picture Card and the SD Memory Card with the FinePix A610 and FinePix A800. In this Owner's Manual, these cards are expressed as "Memory Card". Settings SET-UP .......................................................... 83 Using the SET-UP menu............................. 83 SET-UP menu option .................................. 84 135 140 148 149 158 Camera Connection Connecting to a TV (FinePix A610)..................... 93 Connecting to a TV (FinePix A800)..................... 94 Connecting Camera Directly to Printer -- PictBridge Function ................................... 95 Software Installation Installation on a Windows PC ........................... 100 Installation on a Mac OS X ............................... 103 Connecting to a PC ........................................... 106 Using FinePixViewer................................. 110 7 Preface Z Test Shots Prior to Photography For important photographs (such as weddings and overseas trips), always take a test shot and view the image to make sure that the camera is working normally. · FUJIFILM Corporation 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. Z 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 Card containing images or data protected under copyright laws is only permissible within the restrictions imposed by those copyright laws. Z 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. Z Liquid Crystal If the LCD monitor is damaged, take particular care with the liquid crystal in the monitor. If any of the following situations arise, take the urgent action indicated. · If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin Wipe the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly with soap and running water. · If liquid crystal gets into your eye Flush the affected eye with clean water for at least 15 minutes and then seek medical assistance. · If liquid crystal is swallowed Flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Then seek medical assistance. Z Trademark Information · and xD-Picture CardTM are trademarks of FUJIFILM Corporation. · IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corp. of the U.S.A. · Macintosh, Power Macintosh, iMac, PowerBook, iBook and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. · Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo, Windows Vista and the Windows Vista logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft® Windows® Operating System. * The "Designed for Microsoft® Windows® XP" logo refers to the camera and the driver only. · SD logo is a trademark. · Other company or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. 8 Z 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. Z Explanation of Color Television System NTSC: National Television System Committee, color television telecasting specifications adopted mainly in the U.S.A., Canada and Japan. Phase Alternation by Line, a color television system adopted mainly by European countries and China. PAL: Z Exif Print (Exif ver. 2.2) Exif Print Format is a newly revised digital camera file format that contains a variety of shooting information for optimal printing. * See "Using Your Camera Correctly" (p.116) for more information. 9 About this Manual Icons indicate the modes that are available. e Macro (Close-up) Use this mode to take close-up shots. Available Photography modes: s, AUTO, ,, ( p.46, 48, 49, 50) Press e (p) to select Macro mode. Press e (p) again to cancel Macro mode. CAUTION , , , , and are not available on the FinePix A610. CAUTION This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operation. CHECK · Focal range Wide angle: Approx. 10 cm to 80 cm (3.9 in. to 2.6 ft.) Telephoto: Approx. 35 cm to 80 cm (1.1 ft. to 2.6 ft.) · Effective flash range Approx. 30 cm to 80 cm (1.0 ft. to 2.6 ft.) CHECK This mark denotes points to notice in the camera's operation. Advanced Features -- Photography MEMO AUTO 4 e appears on the LCD monitor indicating that you can take close-up shots. · When setting or mode, the camera sets to e Macro mode automatically. · Use a tripod to prevent camera shake in Macro mode. · Any of the following cancels Macro mode: - Changing the Shooting mode setting - Turning the camera off MEMO This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Z Usable Memory Cards You can use the xD-Picture Card and the SD Memory Card with the FinePix A610 and FinePix A800. In this Owner's Manual, these cards are expressed as "Memory Card". Z About illustration Illustrations in the Owner's Manual show the FinePix A800 for either the FinePix A610 or FinePix A800. Up, down, left, and right are indicated by black triangles in the Owner's Manual. Up or down is shown as n or o, and left or right is shown as p or q. When pressing DISP/BACK: When pressing q: 10 Z About each model's functions This Owner's Manual shows the description of 2 models: FinePix A610 and FinePix A800. Some functions are available only on one model. The main differences between the 2 models are shown in the table below. Check the table to confirm which functions your camera has. FinePix A610 Mode dial (p.14) Shooting Mode ( (p.46, 48) , b, , ) Not available Not available 5F/5N/%/3/2/` Not available Not available FinePix A800 Available Available iF/iN/%/4/2/` Available Available Number of recorded pixels (p.61) Trimming (p.76) Sound during movie shooting (p.80) The description of functions available only on certain models has a title as below. Indicating the model has this function. PLAYBACK MENU Setting the menu ( p.66) Trimming the images ( TRIMMING) (FinePix A800 only) Use this mode to trim the required part of the photographed image. 2 Specify trimming part of image. ] wide zoom (Zoom out) TRIMMING [ tele zoom (Zoom in) TRIMMING 1 Select the menu. A Press w to set the camera to Playback mode ( p.34). B Press p or q to select the trimming frame (file). C Press MENU/OK to open the PLAYBACK MENU. YES CANCEL YES CANCEL Zoom bar A Set the zoom switch to [ or ] to zoom in or out of an image. TRIMMING Navigation screen (Current displayed image) D Press n or o to select TRIMMING. YES CANCEL 11 Accessories Included Make sure that all the below accessories are included. Note that accessories may vary depending on model. · AA-size Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (2) \ · USB cable (mini-B) (1) · CD-ROM (1) Software for FinePix KA · Strap (1) · Video cable (1) (FinePix A610 only) · Owner's Manual (this manual) (1) Attaching the strap · A/V cable (1) (FinePix A800 only) Including plug to pin-plug ×2 Attach the strap as shown in 1 and 2. When attaching the strap, move the fastener to adjust the length and slightly away from the end of the strap, as shown in figure 1. 1 2 12 Camera Parts and Features (FinePix A610) · Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera parts or features. A B D E C F G J K L M N V H I O P Q R S T U A Shutter button B Zoom switch (p.28, 35) C Lens (Lens cover) D POWER button E Flash (p.52) F ; USB socket (mini-B) G VIDEO OUT (Video output) socket (p.93) H DC IN 3V (power input) socket (p.93) I Self-timer lamp (p.55) J Indicator lamp (p.30) K LCD monitor L MENU/OK button M p/e Macro button (p.51) N Tripod mount O DISP (Display)/BACK button (p.33, 34) P w (Playback) button Q Strap mount R n/j Low light view button (p.56)/ Erase button (p.38) S q/d Flash button (p.52) T o/* Self-timer button (p.54) U Battery cover (p.16) V Memory Card slot (p.19) W Battery compartment (p.17) W 13 Camera Parts and Features (FinePix A800) · Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera parts or features. A B C D E F G H K L M N O P Y I J Q R S T U V W X A Shutter button B Zoom switch (p.28, 35) C Microphone D Lens (Lens cover) E POWER button F Flash (p.52) G ; USB socket (mini-B) H A/V OUT (Audio/Visual output) socket (p.94) I DC IN 3V (power input) socket (p.94) J Self-timer lamp (p.55) K Indicator lamp (p.30) L LCD monitor M MENU/OK button N p/e Macro button (p.51) O Speaker P Tripod mount Q Mode dial R DISP (Display)/BACK button (p.33, 34) S w (Playback) button T Strap mount U n/j Low light view button (p.56)/ Erase button (p.38) V q/d Flash button (p.52) W o/* Self-timer button (p.54) X Battery cover (p.16) Y Memory Card slot (p.19) Z Battery compartment (p.17) Z 14 Example of LCD Monitor Text Display *FinePix A800 Z Photography mode A ( Self-timer (p.54) B e Macro (close-up) (p.51) C C Flash (p.52) D s Photography mode (p.43, 44) E Battery level indicator (p.18) F AF frame (p.29) G Date/Time (p.23) H 9 White balance (p.64) I iN Quality mode (p.61) J Number of available frames (p.139, 144) K ISO 100 Sensitivity (p.60) L { AF warning (p.124) M | Camera shake warning (p.124) N Increasing monitor brightness (p.56) O Y Internal memory (p.21) P S Exposure compensation (p.63) Z Playback mode A D E B C A w Playback mode (p.34) B u DPOF (p.67) C F Protection (p.71) D Frame number (p.86) E Present (p.34) FinePix A610/FinePix A800 has internal memory that can store images without Memory Card. Y appears on the LCD monitor when the internal memory is active. 15 Loading the Batteries Batteries are required to operate the digital camera. At first, load the batteries in the camera. Z Compatible batteries AA-size alkaline batteries (2) or AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (2) (sold separately) 1 Open the battery cover. CAUTION · Never use the following types of batteries, as they could cause Outer casing serious problems such as battery fluid leakage or overheating: 1.Batteries with split or peeling outer casings 2.Combinations of different types of batteries or new and used batteries together · Do not use manganese, Ni-Cd or lithium batteries. · Use the same brand and grade AA-size alkaline batteries as those supplied with the camera. CHECK Check that the camera is turned off before opening the battery cover. CAUTION · Do not open the battery cover while the camera is on. This could damage the Memory Card or ruin the image files on the Memory Card. · Do not apply force to the battery cover. 16 2 Load the batteries correctly as indicated by the polarity icons. Getting Ready CAUTION Match the polarity icons (+ and ,) of the batteries to those on the inside of the battery cover. 3 Close the battery cover. 17 Loading the Batteries Checking the battery charge Turn the camera on and check the battery level indicator on the LCD monitor. CAUTION · Soil, such as fingermarks on the poles of the batteries, can shorten time for which the batteries can be used. · The time for which AA-size alkaline batteries (referred to hereafter simply as alkaline batteries) can be used varies depending on the brand. Some brands of alkaline batteries may stop providing power more quickly than those supplied with the camera. Note also that due to their nature, the time for which alkaline batteries can be used decreases in cold conditions (0°C to +10°C/+32°F to +50°F). For this reason, it is better to use AA-size NiMH batteries. · Due to the nature of the battery, the battery level indicator ( , or V) may appear early when the camera is used in cold locations. Try warming the battery in your pocket or a similar location before use. · Depending on the battery type and the level of charge in the batteries, the camera may run out of power without first displaying a battery level warning. This is particularly likely to happen when batteries that have run out of charge once are re-used. · Depending on the camera mode, the transition from to V may occur more quickly. · See p.117-118 for information on the batteries. · When first purchased or if left unused for a long period, the amount of time which AA-size Ni-MH batteries can be used may be short. See p.118 for more information. · Battery power consumption varies greatly depending on use. When you change to Playback mode from Photography mode, may not occur, however, V may suddenly blink red and the camera may stop operation. A There is ample battery charge. (Not displayed) B There is insufficient charge left in the batteries. The batteries will soon run out. Have a new set of batteries ready. (Lit red) C The batteries are depleted. The display will shortly go blank and the camera will stop working. Replace or recharge the batteries. (Blinking red) 18 Loading the Memory Card Although you can store pictures in the camera's internal memory, you can store many more images on the Memory Card (sold separately). You can use the xDPicture Card and the SD Memory Card with the FinePix A610 and FinePix A800. In this Owner's Manual, these cards are expressed as "Memory Card". SD Memory Cards Use of the SD Memory Cards listed below is recommended. They are operation-checked at FUJIFILM Corporation. Maker: SanDisk Model: Extremew-1GB/Ultrau-512MB, 1GB, 2GB MEMO · Compatible Memory Cards will be updated in our website: http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital/ · Depending on the SD Memory Card, recording of movies may be interrupted. Use of above mentioned SD Memory Cards are recommended. · The camera is not compatible with multimedia cards. 2 Insert a Memory Card. Getting Ready (xD-Picture Card) Gold marking Gold contact area Align the gold marking with the gold contact area, then insert an xD-Picture Card completely. (SD Memory Card) Gold marking 1 Open the battery cover. Gold contact area Align the gold marking with the gold contact area, then insert an SD Memory Card completely. Continued Q 19 Loading the Memory Card CAUTION Be sure to unlock the protection of the SD Memory Card before inserting it. If it is locked, recording/deleting images, as well as formatting are not available. To unlock the protection, slide the switch back, and the SD Memory Card will work normally. 3 Close the battery cover. Protection switch How to replace the Memory Card CAUTION · A new SD Memory Card or a card previously used on a PC or any device other than the camera should be formatted (p.89) on the camera before use. · Do not use a miniSD adaptor or a microSD adaptor which have exposed contact areas on the back. Use of these adaptors may cause a malfunction or damage due to the improper contacts. Push the Memory Card into the slot and then slowly remove your finger. The lock is released and the Memory Card is pushed out. 20 CAUTION · When storing Memory Cards, make sure that they are kept out of the reach of children. A Memory Card could be swallowed and cause suffocation. If a child swallows a Memory Card, seek medical attention or call emergency number right away. · If the Memory Card is oriented incorrectly, it will not go all the way into the slot. Do not apply force when inserting a Memory Card. · Note that the Memory Card may spring out if you release your finger quickly from the card immediately after the lock is released. · Operation of this camera is only guaranteed when it is used with FUJIFILM xD-Picture Card and operationchecked SD Memory Card (p.19). · See p.122 for information on the xD-Picture Card, SD Memory Card and the internal memory. Z About internal memory Getting Ready AUTO N 12 4 FinePix A610/FinePix A800 has internal memory that can store images without Memory Card. Y appears on the LCD monitor when internal memory is active. When a Memory Card (sold separately) is inserted [Record images]: Record images to a Memory Card. [Playback images]: Playback images in a Memory Card. When a Memory Card (sold separately) is not inserted [Record images]: Record images to internal memory. [Playback images]: Playback images in internal memory. Z About images in the internal memory Images held in the camera's internal memory may be corrupted or erased due to problems such as camera faults. Save your important data to another media (i.e., DVD-R, CD-R, CD-RW, hard disk, etc.). It is possible to transfer saved images on the internal memory to a Memory Card (p.72). MEMO · The size of an image file varies depending on the subject. For this reason, the number recorded may not represent the actual number of frames. · See p.139, 144 for information on the standard number of available frames. 21 Turning On and Off Turning the camera on in Photography mode Press POWER down fully to turn the camera on. Press POWER again to turn the camera off. Turning the camera on in Playback mode Press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Playback mode. Press w during playback to turn the camera off. MEMO Changes between Photography mode and Playback mode Press w during shooting to change to Playback mode. Press the shutter button down halfway to return to Photography mode. MEMO To change to Photography mode, press the shutter button down halfway. CAUTION · The lens moves and the lens cover opens when turning the camera on in Photography mode. Take care not to obstruct the lens. · Take care not to get fingerprints on the camera lens as this will result in impaired image quality in your shots. 22 Setting the language, date, and time When using the camera for the first time after purchasing, the language, date, and time are cleared. Set the language, date, and time. 2 Set the date and time. Getting Ready DATE / TIME NOT SET YY.MM.DD 1. 1 12:00 AM 1 screen appears when turning the camera on. START MENU / LANG. SET NO A Press p or q to select Year, Month, Day, Hour, or Minute. B Press n or o to correct the setting. SET NO MEMO A Press n, o, p, or q to select the language. · Holding down n or o changes the numbers continuously. · When the time displayed passes "12", the AM/PM setting changes. B Press MENU/OK to confirm the setting. Continued Q 23 Turning On and Off 3 Change the date format. DATE / TIME NOT SET DD . MM . YY MEMO START MENU screen also appears when the batteries have been removed and the camera has been left for a long period. Once the AC power adapter has been connected or the batteries have been installed for 2 hours or more, the camera settings will be retained for roughly 6 hours even if both sources of power are removed. MM / DD / YY YY . MM . DD SET 2 / 24 / 2007 10:00 AM NO Auto power off function When the Auto power off function is active, if the camera is left unused for 2 or 5 minutes, this function turns the camera off (p.90). To turn the camera back on, press POWER. To play back images, hold down w for about 1 second. A Press p or q to select the date format. B Press n or o to set the format. C Always press MENU/OK after the settings are completed. Date format ex. February 24, 2007 YY.MM.DD: 2007.2.24 MM/DD/YY: 2/24/2007 DD.MM.YY: 24.2.2007 24 Correcting the Date and Time 1 Open the SET-UP menu. SHOOTING MENU ISO QUALITY SET-UP AUTO N 2 Display the DATE/TIME screen. Getting Ready SET - UP DATE / TIME BEEP VOLUME SHUTTER VOLUME PLAYBACK VOLUME LCD BRIGHTNESS * FinePix A800 * FinePix A800 A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. A Press p or q to select . B Press n or o to select SET-UP. B Press o to move to menu item. C Press q. C Press n or o to select DATE/TIME. D Press q. See "2 Set the date and time. " (p.23). 25 Selecting the Language 1 Open the SET-UP menu. SHOOTING MENU ISO QUALITY SET-UP AUTO N 2 Display the SET - UP FORMAT / LANG. AUTO POWER OFF TIME DIFFERENCE VIDEO SYSTEM screen. ENGLISH 2 MIN NTSC * FinePix A800 A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. A Press p or q to select on the FinePix A610). (Select B Press n or o to select SET-UP. B Press o to move to menu item. C Press q. C Press n or o to select . D Press q. See "1 screen appears when turning the camera on. " (p.23). 26 Taking Pictures (AUTO Mode) This section describes the basic operations. Holding the camera correctly 1 Turn the camera on. Brace your elbows against your sides and hold the camera with both hands. Using the Camera Using the Camera A Press POWER down fully to turn the camera on. B Set the Mode dial to q (FinePix A800 only). Do not cover the lens or flash with your fingers. CAUTION · Moving the camera while shooting gives a blurred picture (camera shake). Hold the camera steadily with both hands. · If the lens or flash is obscured by your fingers or the strap, subjects may be out of focus or the brightness (exposure) of your shot may be incorrect. · Check that the lens is clean. If it is dirty (getting fingerprints on the lens etc.), clean the lens as informed on p.116. CAUTION Step B is only for FinePix A800. Since there is no mode dial on FinePix A610, ignore step B when using that model. Continued Q 27 Taking Pictures (AUTO Mode) 2 Check the composition on the LCD monitor. To adjust zoom scale using the Zoom switch: ] wide zoom (Zoom out) [ tele zoom (Zoom in) (FinePix A800) · Focal range Approx. 50 cm (1.6 ft.) to infinity · Optical zoom focal length (35 mm camera equivalent) Approx. 36 mm to 108 mm · Max. zoom scale 3× MEMO Zoom bar · Select e Macro mode to take close-up shots (p.51). · Use digital zoom when you want to shoot the subject closer (p.46, 87). (FinePix A610) · Focal range Approx. 60 cm (2.0 ft.) to infinity · Optical zoom focal length (35 mm camera equivalent) Approx. 39 mm to 117 mm · Max. zoom scale 3× 28 3 Focus on the main subject in the AF frame and press the shutter button down halfway. 4 Press the shutter button fully. Double beep Click Using the Camera AF frame Halfway pressed AF frame becomes smaller and camera focuses on the subject. Halfway pressed CAUTION Fully pressed CHECK · Focus on the subject Double beep is heard Indicator lamp lit green · Not focus on the subject No sound { indicated Indicator lamp blinking green When taking a picture using the flash, the image may disappear and go dark briefly due to flash charging. The indicator lamp blinks orange during charging. CHECK When using FinePix A610, the camera makes a beep sound and takes the picture when you press the shutter button down fully. MEMO · When the subject is not in the AF frame, use AF/AE lock to take the picture (p.31). · When pressing the shutter button down fully in one motion, the camera takes the picture without the AF frame changing. MEMO The shutter button has a halfway point at which focus and exposure are automatically optimized before taking the picture by pressing fully down. CAUTION When pressing the shutter button halfway, a lens operation sound may be heard. Continued Q 29 Taking Pictures (AUTO Mode) Z Indicator lamp display The indicator lamp lights or blinks when pressing the shutter button, etc. The indicator lamp shows the camera status. Flash When pressing the shutter button down halfway, b appears on the LCD monitor before the flash fires. Indicator lamp 250 F4.2 Change the flash mode when you want to take pictures without flash. See p.52 for information on flash. Display Lit green Status Locking the focus Camera shake warning, AF warning, or AE warning (ready to shoot) Recording to Memory Card or internal memory (ready to shoot) Recording to Memory Card or internal memory (not ready) Charging flash (flash will not fire) · Warnings for Memory Card and internal memory Card not formatted, incorrect format, memory full, Memory Card or internal memory error · Lens operation error CAUTION · The image shown on the LCD monitor before the picture is taken may differ in brightness, color, etc. from the image actually recorded. Play back the recorded image to check it (p.34). · When selecting a slow shutter speed that will cause camera shake, | appears on the LCD monitor. Use flash or a tripod. · See p.124-127 for information on Warning displays. See "Troubleshooting" (p.129-134) for more information. Blinking green Blinking green and orange alternately Lit orange Blinking orange Blinking red MEMO Detailed warning messages appear on the LCD monitor (p.124-127). 30 Taking pictures with the focus and exposure locked Using AF/AE lock 1 Move the camera slightly so that one of the subjects is in the AF frame. Using the Camera In the above composition, the subjects (two people in this case) are not in the AF frame. Pressing the shutter button halfway at this point will result in the subjects being out of focus. 2 Press the shutter button down halfway to focus on the subject. AF/AE lock is useful: Use AF/AE lock to guarantee best result when shooting a subject that is not suited to autofocusing (p.32). Double beep 250 F4.2 Halfway pressed Continued Q 31 Taking Pictures (AUTO Mode) 3 Continue to hold the shutter button down halfway. Move the camera back to the original image and press the shutter button fully. Subjects not suitable for autofocus FinePix A610/FinePix A800 uses a high-precision autofocusing mechanism. However, it may have difficulty focusing on the following: Click 250 F4.2 Fully pressed CHECK When using FinePix A610, the camera makes a beep sound and takes the picture when you press the shutter button down fully. · · · · · Very shiny subjects such as a mirror or car body Fast moving subjects MEMO · AF/AE lock can be applied repeatedly before the shutter is released. · Use AF/AE lock in all Photography modes to guarantee excellent results. · On FinePix A610/FinePix A800, pressing the shutter button down halfway locks the focus and exposure settings (AF and AE lock). Subjects photographed through glass Subjects that do not reflect well, such as hair or fur Subjects with no substance, such as smoke or flames Dark subjects Subjects with little or no contrast between the subject and the background (such as subjects dressed in the same color as the background) · Shots where another high-contrast object (not the subject) is close to the AF frame and is either closer or further away than your subject (such as a shot of someone against a background with strongly contrasting elements) For such subjects use AF/AE lock (p.31). 32 Adjusting the shot composition Select the LCD monitor display. Press DISP/BACK to change the LCD monitor display. Best framing Position the main subject at the intersection of two lines in this frame or align one of the horizontal lines with the horizon. Use this frame as a guide to the subject's size and the balance of the shot while composing a shot. MEMO Always use AF/AE lock when composing a shot. The image may be out of focus if AF/AE lock is not used. Using the Camera Text displayed No text displayed Framing guideline displayed 33 Viewing the Images Play back your images to check them. For important photographs, always take a test shot and view the image to make sure that the camera is working normally. Select the LCD monitor display. Press DISP/BACK during Playback mode to change the LCD monitor display. Setting the camera to Playback mode Press w during shooting to change to Playback mode. When the camera is off, press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Playback mode. MEMO · When pressing w, the last image shot appears on the LCD monitor. · When playing back images shot with a camera other than FinePix A610/FinePix A800, a present icon appears on the LCD monitor. 2 / 24 / 2007 250 F4.2 10:00 AM -1 2 3 Text displayed No text displayed 2007 2 / 22 2 / 23 2 / 24 CAUTION Still images viewable on FinePix A610/FinePix A800 This camera will display still images recorded on FinePix A610/FinePix A800 or still images (excluding some uncompressed images) recorded on any FUJIFILM digital camera that supports xD-Picture Cards or SD Memory Cards. Clear playback or playback zooming may not be possible for still images shot on cameras other than FinePix A610/FinePix A800. 1/12 Sorting by date Multi-frame playback 34 Single-frame playback 100 - 0001 N ISO 100 Playback zoom 1 Zoom in / Zoom out. To zoom in an image during single-frame playback: ] wide zoom (Zoom out) [ tele zoom (Zoom in) Using the Camera 2 / 24 / 2007 250 F4.2 10:00 AM -1 2 3 To select the required image: Press p: last image Press q: next image Selecting images To select images on the thumbnail lists screen, hold down p or q for 1 second during playback. When releasing p or q, camera returns to singleframe playback. Zoom bar Move the zoom switch to [ or ] to zoom in or out of an image. 2 Display another part of the image. Navigation screen (Current displayed image) Press n, o, p, or q to display another part of the image. 35 Viewing the Images Z Zoom scales (FinePix A610) Quality mode 5 (2848 × 2136 pixels) % (3024 × 2016 pixels) 3 (2048 × 1536 pixels) 2 (1600 × 1200 pixels) Max. zoom scale Approx. 4.5× Approx. 4.7× Approx. 3.2× Approx. 2.5× Multi-frame playback Multi-frame playback screen (9 frames) appears on the LCD monitor. Select required frame from the 9 frames. Z Zoom scales (FinePix A800) Quality mode i (3296 × 2472 pixels) % (3504 × 2336 pixels) 4 (2304 × 1728 pixels) 2 (1600 × 1200 pixels) Max. zoom scale Approx. 5.2× Approx. 5.5× Approx. 3.6× Approx. 2.5× A Press n, o, p, or q to move the cursor (colored frame) to the selecting frame. Press n or o repeatedly to jump to the next page. B Press MENU/OK to enlarge the image. MEMO Pressing DISP/BACK cancels playback zoom. 36 Sorting by date In sorting by date mode, you can view all images taken on the same day. Selecting the date 2007 2007 2 / 22 2 / 23 2 / 24 2 / 22 2 / 23 2 /24 Using the Camera 12 1 / 12 A Press n, o, p, or q to move the cursor (colored frame) to the selecting frame. A Press n, o, p, or q to move the cursor (colored frame) to on the upper left frame. B Press p to display the selecting date. B Press MENU/OK to enlarge the image. C Press n or o to move the cursor (colored frame) to select the date. Press n or o repeatedly to jump to the next page. D Press q.