Casio EX-M1 User Manual
Digital Camera
EX-S1/EX-M1
User’s Guide
Thank you for purchasing this
CASIO Product. Before using
it, be sure to read the
precautions contained in this
User’s Guide, and keep the
User’s Guide in a safe place
for future reference.
All the illustrations in this manual show the
EX-M1. See the text that accompanies the
illustrations for information about how the
EX-S1 and EX-M1 differ from each other.
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EX-M1
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INTRODUCTION
Unpacking
Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer
as soon as possible.
Camera
EX-M1
AC power cord
LCD Remote Controller
*
* Comes with EX-M1 only * Comes with EX-M1 only
Rechargeable lithium ion
battery (NP-20)
Strap
Stereo Headphones
CD-ROM
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USB Cradle
Special USB Cable
Basic Reference
* The shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country
or geographic area. The shape of the supplied AC power cord plug
is shown on the package.
Special AC Adaptor
Dummy Card
Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery
User’s Guide
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Contents
2 INTRODUCTION
Unpacking .................................................................... 2
Features ....................................................................... 8
Precautions .................................................................. 9
General Precautions 9
Data Error Precautions 11
Operating conditions 11
Condensation 12
LED Backlight 12
Lens 12
Other 12
14 QUICK START GUIDE
Getting Ready ............................................................ 14
To record an image .................................................... 15
To view a recorded image.......................................... 15
To delete an image..................................................... 16
17 GETTING READY
General Guide ............................................................ 17
Camera 17
USB Cradle 18
Using the Controller ................................................... 19
Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 20
Indicator Lamps.......................................................... 22
Attaching the Strap .................................................... 22
Power Requirements ................................................. 23
To load the battery 23
To charge the battery 24
Power Supply Precautions 28
Turning the Camera On and Off 29
Auto Power Off (APO) 29
Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 30
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings... 32
34 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Recording an Image................................................... 34
About the REC Mode Monitor Screen 35
Recording Precautions 35
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Using Zoom ................................................................ 36
Using the Flash .......................................................... 37
Flash Precautions 38
Using the Self-timer ................................................... 39
Specifying Image Size and Quality............................ 40
To specify the image size 40
To specify the image quality 41
42 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift)........................... 42
Adjusting the White Balance...................................... 43
Adjusting White Balance Manually 44
Using the Night Scene Mode ..................................... 45
Using the Movie Mode ............................................... 46
Recording Audio (EX-M1 Only).................................. 47
Adding Audio to a Snapshot 47
Recording Your Voice 49
REC Mode Camera Settings ..................................... 50
Turning the Monitor Screen On and Off 50
Assigning Functions to the Controller 51
Specifying Power On Default Settings 52
53 PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation.......................................... 53
Playing an Audio Snapshot (EX-M1 Only) 54
Zooming the Displayed Image ................................... 55
Resizing an Image ..................................................... 56
Playing a Movie .......................................................... 57
Adding Audio to a Snapshot (EX-M1 Only) ............... 58
To re-record audio 59
Playing Back a Voice Recording File (EX-M1 Only) ... 60
61 DELETING FILES
Deleting a Single File ................................................. 61
Deleting All Files ........................................................ 62
63 FILE MANAGEMENT
Folders ....................................................................... 63
Memory Folders and Files 63
Protecting Files .......................................................... 64
To protect a single file 64
To protect all files in memory 65
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DPOF.......................................................................... 65
To insert the date during printing 66
To configure print settings for a single image 66
To configure print settings for all images 67
PRINT Image Matching II .............................................68
Exif Print ..................................................................... 68
Using the FAVORITE Folder...................................... 69
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder 69
To display a file in the FAVORITE folder 70
To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 70
71 OTHER SETTINGS
Turning the Key Tone On and Off.............................. 71
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ............. 71
Changing the Date and Time Setting ........................ 72
Changing the Date Format 72
Changing the Display Language ............................... 73
Formatting Built-in Memory........................................ 73
74 USING A MEMORY CARD
Using a Memory Card ................................................ 75
To insert a memory card into the camera 75
To remove a memory card from the camera 75
Formatting a Memory Card 76
Memory Card Precautions 77
Copying Files ............................................................. 77
To copy all the files in built-in memory
to a memory card 77
To copy a file from a memory card
to built-in memory 78
79 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER
Installing the Software on the CD-ROM .................... 79
About the bundled CD-ROM 79
Operating environment 80
Installing the software 81
Transferring Files to a Computer............................... 87
Transferring Files Over a USB Connection 87
Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images
to a Computer 90
Memory Data 91
Memory Directory Structure 92
Image Files Supported by the Camera 93
Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions 93
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94 PLAYING AN AUDIO FILE (EX-M1 Only)
Transferring Audio Files to the Camera..................... 94
Preparing the Camera for Audio Player Operation ... 95
Using the Camera as an Audio Player ...................... 96
General Guide 96
Basic Remote Controller Operations 98
Specifying the Audio Playback Mode 99
Selecting a Specify Track for Playback 99
Specifying the Track Playback Sequence 100
Disabling Remote Controller Button Operations 102
LCD Remote Control Error Messages..................... 103
Audio Playback Precautions .................................... 103
104 APPENDIX
Menu Reference....................................................... 104
Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 105
Camera Indicator Lamps 105
USB Cradle Indicator Lamps 107
Troubleshooting Guide............................................. 108
Display Messages 111
Specifications ............................................................112
Main Specifications 112
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IMPORTANT!
• The contents of this manual are subject to change
without notice.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of
this manual.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may
arise through the use of the EX-S1/EX-M1.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable
for any damages or losses suffered by you or any third
party due to the use of Photo Loader and/or
Photohands.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by deletion of
data as a result of malfunction, repairs, or battery replacement. Be sure to back up all important data on
other media to protect against its loss.
• The SD logo is a registered trademark.
• Windows, Internet Explorer, and DirectX are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
•
MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon Technologies
AG of Germany, and licensed to the MultiMediaCard
Association (MMCA).
• Acrobat and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe
Systems Incorporated.
• The USB driver (mass storage) uses Phoenix Technologies Ltd. software.
Compatibility Software Copyright C 1997
Phoenix Technologies Ltd., All Rights Reserved.
• MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed
from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.
• Other company, product and service names used
herein may also be trademarks or service marks of
others.
• Photo Loader and Photohands are the property of
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except as stipulated
above, all copyrights and other related rights to these
applications revert to CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.
■ Copyright Restrictions
Except for the purposes of your own personal enjoyment,
unauthorized copying of snapshot files, movie files, audio
files, and music files violates copyright laws and international contracts. Distribution to third parties of such files over
the Internet without permission of the copyright holder,
whether for profit or for free, violates copyright laws and international contracts.
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Features
• 1.24 million Effective Pixels
The 1.24-megapixel CCD (1.34 million total pixels) not only
provides plenty of resolution for normal image recording, it
also creates images that are perfectly suited for editing and
manipulation on a PC. An interpolation process can be
used to store 1,600 x 1,200-pixel images that are equivalent to those produced by a 2-megapixel camera.
• Fixed focus lens for quick operation
Fixed focus eliminates the need for lens movement, which
shortens startup time and shooting time.
• 1.6-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen
• 4X digital zoom
• 12MB flash memory
Images can be recorded without using a memory card.
• Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia
Cards) for memory expansion
• Easy Charging
Just place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge its
battery.
• Easy Image Transfer
Transfer images to a computer simply by placing the camera onto the USB cradle.
• DCF Data Storage
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage
protocol provides image inter-compatibility between the
digital camera and printers.
• Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)
Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want
using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used
when specifying images and quantities for printing by professional print services.
• PRINT Image Matching II Compatible
Images include PRINT Image Matching II data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that
supports PRINT Image Matching II reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come
out just the way you intended when you recorded them.
• Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands
Your camera comes bundled with the latest version of
Photo Loader, the popular application that automatically
loads images from your camera to your PC. Photo Loader
also includes a feature that automatically attaches images
to e-mail messages. Also included is Photohands, an application that makes image retouching quick and easy.
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* EX-M1 Only
• Snapshot + Audio Mode
Adds audio to a snapshot.
• Movie + Audio Mode
• Voice Recording
Quick and easy recording of voice input.
• After Recording
Adds audio to images after they are recorded.
• Audio Player Capabilities
Use the camera to play back music data from standard
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3) files.
Precautions
General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the EX-S1/EX-M1.
All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the camera” refer to the CASIO EX-S1/EX-M1 Digital Camera.
• Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while
operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so creates the 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 electric shock when exposed. Always leave maintenance and repair work up to CASIO authorized service providers.
• Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the
camera’s viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight.
• Keep the connector cover and the other small parts and
accessories of this camera out of the reach of small children. If swallowed accidentally, contact your physician immediately.
• Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating a
motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with the driver’s vision and create the danger of accident.
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• Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subject’s
eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if
it is fired too close to the eyes, especially with young children. When using the flash, the camera should be at least
one meter from the eyes of the subject.
• Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and
never let it get wet. Moisture creates the danger of fire and
electric shock. Never use the camera outdoors in the rain
or snow, at the seashore or beach, in the bathroom, etc.
• Should foreign matter or water ever get into the camera,
immediately turn power off, unplug the AC adaptor from the
power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service provider. Using the camera under these
conditions creates the danger of fire and electric shock.
• Should you ever notice smoke or a strange odor coming
out of the camera, immediately turn power off and unplug
the AC adaptor from the power outlet. Using the camera
under these conditions creates the danger of fire and electric shock. After making sure there is no more smoke coming from the camera, take it to your nearest CASIO authorized service provider for repair. Never attempt your own
maintenance.
• Never use the AC adaptor to power any other device besides this camera. Never use any other AC adaptor besides the one that comes with this camera.
• Never cover the AC adaptor with a quilt, blanket, or other
cover while it is in use, and do not use it near a heater.
• At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor from the power
outlet and clean the area around the prongs of the plug.
Dust build up around the prongs can create the danger of
fire.
• If the camera’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 authorized
service provider.
• Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other
areas where its use is prohibited. Doing so can result in an
accident.
• Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can
cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Be sure
to always keep backup copies of data by transferring them
to personal computer memory.
• Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor
from the camera or unplug it from the wall socket while recording images. Doing so will not only make storage of the
current image impossible, it can also corrupt other image
data already stored in camera memory.
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Data Error Precautions
• Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital
components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in camera memory.
— Removing the battery while image recording or data
communication is in progress.
— Removing a memory card while image recording is in
progress.
— Removing the battery, removing the memory card, or
placing the camera onto the USB cradle while the operation/flash charge lamp is still flashing after you turn
off the camera.
— Disconnecting the USB cable, removing the camera
from the USB cradle, or disconnecting the AC adaptor
from the USB cradle while a data communication opera-
tion is being performed.
— Using low battery.
— Other abnormal operations.
Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to
appear on the monitor screen (page 111). Follow the instructions provided by the message to correct the situation.
Operating conditions
• This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging
from 0°C to 40°C.
• 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
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Condensation
• When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature, there is
the possibility that condensation can form on the exterior or
on interior components. Condensation can cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.
• To keep condensation from forming, place the camera into
a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is much
warmer or colder than your current location. Leave it in the
plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a chance to
reach the same temperature as the new location. If condensation does form, remove the battery from the camera
and leave the battery cover open for a few hours.
LED Backlight
• The monitor screen is illuminated by an LED backlight. A
dark monitor screen indicates that the LED backlight has
reached the end of its service life, and needs to be replaced by a CASIO authorized service provider. Note that
you will be charged for LED backlight replacement. The
LED backlight brightness is reduced by half after about
1,000 hours of use.
Lens
• Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of
the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause
malfunction.
• Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the lens with
your fingers. You can remove dust particles from the lens
surface by using a lens blower to blow them off. Next, wipe
the surface of the lens with a soft lens cloth.
Other
• The camera may become slightly warm during use. This
does not indicate malfunction.
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GUIDELINES LAID DOWN BY FCC RULES FOR USE OF
THIS UNIT IN THE U.S.A. (not applicable to other areas).
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.
NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B peripheral, 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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
FCC WARNING
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: EX-S1/EX-M1
Trade Name: CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.
Responsible party: CASIO INC.
Address: 570 MT. PLEASANT AVENUE,
DOVER,NEW JERSEY 07801
Telephone number: 973-361-5400
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.
CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
EX-S1/EX-M1
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QUICK START GUIDE
QUICK START GUIDE
Getting Ready
1.
Load the battery (page 23).
1
2
3
3.
Configure screen message language, and current time settings (page 32).
2.
Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the
battery (page 24).
• It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge.
1
2
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To record an image
(See page 34 for details.)
4
1
3
2
1.
Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2.
Align the mode selector with “REC”.
3.
Point the camera at the subject, and use the
monitor screen or viewfinder to compose the
image.
4.
Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter release button.
To view a recorded image
3
1.
Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2.
Align the mode selector with “PLAY”.
3.
Rock the controller left (back) or right (forward) to scroll through images on the monitor
screen.
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(See page 53 for details.)
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To delete an image
(See page 61 for details.)
1
3, 4, 5, 6
1.
Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2.
Align the mode selector with “PLAY”.
3.
Rock the controller down to select .
4.
Rock the controller left or right to scroll through images and display
the one you want to delete.
5.
Rock the controller up or down to select “Delete”.
• To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select “Cancel”.
6.
Click by pressing straight down on the controller to delete the selected image.
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GETTING READY
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GETTING READY
This section contains about things you need to know about and do before trying to use the camera.
General Guide
The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera.
Camera
■ Front
1
2
3
6
4
1 Power button
2 Shutter release button
3 Flash
4 Lens
5 Microphone
(EX-M1 only)
6 Self-timer lamp
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■ Back
7
8
E
D
9
C
0
7 Operation/Flash charge
lamp
8 Viewfinder
9 MENU button
A
0 Mode selector
A Strap bar
B Battery cover
C Speaker (EX-M1 only)
D Controller
* Rock the controller up,
down, left, or right to select
items. To execute a
function, click by pressing
straight down on the
controller.
E Monitor Screen
GETTING READY
4
■ Bottom
FG
F Connector cover
G Memory card slot
If you are not using a memory card, be sure to insert the
dummy card into this slot to protect against dust and
damage.
Removing the Connector Cover
H
Be sure to replace the
connector cover whenever
the connector is not being
used.
H Connector
* Connection of an LCD
remote controller is
supported by the EX-M1
only.
USB Cradle
Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB
cradle lets you perform the following tasks.
• Battery charging (page 24)
• Automatic transfer of images to a computer (page 87)
■ Front
1
2
3
1 Camera connector
2 USB lamp
3 CHARGE lamp
■ Back
4 USB
(USB port)
5 DC IN 5.3V
(AC adaptor connector)
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GETTING READY
NOTE
• See “Using the Camera as an Audio Player” on page
96 for information about the LCD remote controller
that comes with the EX-M1.
Using the Controller
The controller is used to select on-screen items and to execute functions. The following are the terms used in this
manual to describe controller operations.
Term
Rock
Click
Use your thumb to push the
controller up, down, left, or right.
Use your thumb to press straight
down on the controller until it clicks.
Rock Click
Meaning
• While a menu is on the display, rock the controller to select
a tab or menu item. When the item you want is selected,
click to execute or apply it.
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