Casio EX-M20U User Manual

Digital Camera

EX-S20U/EX-M20U

User’s Guide

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EX-M20U

K858PCM2DMX

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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.

EX-M20U

Camera

Strap

* Comes with

EX-M20U only

LCD Remote Controller Stereo Headphones

Rechargeable lithium ion battery

(NP-20)

CD-ROM

USB Cradle (CA-23)

* Comes with

EX-M20U only

Special AC Adaptor

(AD-C51J)

USB Cable

Basic Reference

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Contents

2 INTRODUCTION

Unpacking .................................................................... 2

Features ....................................................................... 9

Precautions ................................................................. 11

General Precautions 11 Data Error Precautions 13 Operating conditions 13 Condensation 14 Lens 14 Other 15

16 QUICK START GUIDE

First, charge the battery! ............................................ 16

To configure display language and clock settings ..... 17

To record an image .................................................... 18

To view a recorded image .......................................... 18

To delete an image ..................................................... 19

20 GETTING READY

About This Manual ..................................................... 20

General Guide ............................................................ 21

Camera 21 USB Cradle 22

Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 23

REC mode 23 PLAY mode 24 Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 25

Indicator Lamps.......................................................... 25

Attaching the Strap .................................................... 26

Power Requirements ................................................. 26

To load the battery 26 To charge the battery 28 Power Supply Precautions 32 Turning the Camera On and Off 35 Auto Power Off (APO) 36

Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 37

Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 39

To configure display language and clock settings 40

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43 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Recording an Image ................................................... 43

Aiming the Camera 43 Recording an lmage 44 About the REC Mode Monitor Screen 45 Recording Precautions 45

Using Zoom ................................................................ 46

Using the Flash .......................................................... 47

Flash Precautions 49

Recording Macro Images ........................................... 50

Using the Self-timer ................................................... 51

Specifying Image Size and Quality ............................ 52

To specify the image size 52 To specify image quality 53

55 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 55

Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 56

Adjusting White Balance Manually 57

Using the BESTSHOT Mode ..................................... 58

Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup 60

Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image

(Coupling Shot) .......................................................... 62

Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background

Image (Pre-shot) ........................................................ 64

Recording Audio (EX-M20U Only) ............................. 66

Adding Audio to a Snapshot 66 Recording Your Voice 67

Using the Histogram .................................................. 69

REC Mode Camera Settings ..................................... 70

Specifying ISO Sensitivity 70 Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off 71 Turning Image Review On and Off 72 Assigning Functions to the [] and [] Keys 72 Assigning Functions to the [] and [] Keys 73 Specifying Power On Default Settings 74 Resetting the Camera 75

76 PLAYBACK

Basic Playback Operation .......................................... 76

Playing an Audio Snapshot (EX-M20U Only) 77

Flipping the Display .................................................... 78

Zooming the Display Image ....................................... 79

Resizing an Image ..................................................... 80

Cropping an Image..................................................... 81

Displaying the Calendar Screen ................................ 82

Playing a Slide Show ................................................. 83

To specify the slideshow images 85 To specify the slideshow time 86 To set the slideshow interval 86 Using the Photo Stand Feature 87

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Rotating the Display Image ........................................ 88

Using Image Roulette ................................................ 89

Adding Audio to a Snapshot (EX-M20U Only) .......... 90

To re-record audio 91

Playing Back a Voice Recording File

(EX-M20U Only) ......................................................... 92

93 DELETING FILES

Deleting a Single File ................................................. 93

Deleting All Files ........................................................ 94

95 FILE MANAGEMENT

Folders ....................................................................... 95

Memory Folders and Files 95

Protecting Files .......................................................... 96

To protect a single file 96 To protect all files in memory 97

DPOF .......................................................................... 97

To configure print settings for a single image 98 To configure print settings for all images 99

PRINT Image Matching II ............................................. 100

Exif Print ................................................................... 100

Using USB DIRECT-PRINT ..................................... 101

Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 103

To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder 103 To display a file in the FAVORITE folder 104 To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 105 To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 106

107 OTHER SETTINGS

Turning the Key Tone On and Off (EX-S20U) ......... 107

Configuring Sound Settings (EX-M20U) .................. 107

To configure sound settings 107 To set the volume level 108

Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 109

Configuring Power Down Image Settings................. 110

Specifying the File Name Serial Number

Generation Method ................................................... 112

Using the Alarm ......................................................... 113

To set an alarm 113 Stopping the Alarm 114

Setting the Clock .......................................................114

To select your Home Time zone 114 To set the current time and date 115 Changing the Date Format 116

Using World Time ...................................................... 116

To display the World Time screen 116 To configure World Time settings 117 To configure summer time (DST) settings 118

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Changing the Display Language ..............................119

Formatting Built-in Memory ....................................... 119

121 USING A MEMORY CARD

Using a Memory Card .............................................. 122

To insert a memory card into the camera 122 To remove a memory card from the camera 122 Formatting a Memory Card 123 Memory Card Precautions 124

Copying Files ........................................................... 125

To copy all the files in built-in memory

to a memory card 125

To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory 126

127 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER

Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 127

USB Connection Precautions 131

Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 132

USB Connection Precautions 135

Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer . 135 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images

to a Computer .......................................................... 136

Memory Data ............................................................ 137

DCF Protocol 137 Memory Directory Structure 137 Image Files Supported by the Camera 139 Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions 139

140 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER

Using the Album Feature ......................................... 140

Creating an album 140 Selecting an Album Layout 141 Configuring Detailed Album Settings 142 Viewing Album Files 144 Saving an Album 147

Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 147

About the bundled CD-ROM 147 Computer System Requirements 148

Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows ...

Getting Started 149 Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File 150 Installing an Application 150 Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 151 User Registration 151 Exiting the Menu Application 151

Installing Software from the CD-ROM on a

Macintosh ................................................................. 152

Installing Software 152 Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 153

149

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154 PLAYING AN AUDIO FILE (EX-M20U Only)

Transferring Audio Files to the Camera ................... 154

Preparing the Camera for Audio Player Operation ...

Using the Camera as an Audio Player .................... 156

General Guide 156 Basic Remote Controller Operations 158

Playing Back Audio Files ......................................... 159

Specifying the Audio Playback Mode 159 Playing Back Tracks Randomly 159 Selecting a Specific Track for Playback 160 Specifying the Track Playback Sequence 161 Using BASS BOOST 163

Deleting MP3 Files from File Memory ..................... 164

Deleting a Single MP3 File 165 Deleting All MP3 Files 166

Disabling Remote Controller Button Operations ..... 166

LCD Remote Control Error Messages ..................... 167

Audio Playback Precautions .................................... 167

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168 APPENDIX

Menu Reference ....................................................... 168

Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 170

Camera Indicator Lamps 170 USB Cradle Indicator Lamps 172

Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 173

Display Messages 176

Specifications ........................................................... 177

Main Specifications 177

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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-S20U/EXM20U.

• 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.

• 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, 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

• 2.0 million Effective Pixels A high-resolution megapixel CCD provides 2.0 million effective pixels (2.11 million total pixels) for images that print beautifully.

• Fixed focus lens for quick operation Fixed focus eliminates the need for lens movement, which shortens startup time and shooting time.

• Macro Function Text images come out clear and easy-to read.

• Compact electric lens barrier Protects the lens against damage.

• 1.6-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen

• 4X digital zoom

• 10 MB 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.

• Photo Stand feature

A slideshow of images in file memory can be played while the camera is on its USB cradle.

• BESTSHOT

Simply select the sample scene that matches the type of image you are trying to record and the camera performs troublesome setups automatically for beautiful pictures every time.

• Coupling Shot and Pre-shot

Coupling Shot lets you combine two subjects into a single image, while Pre-shot lets you add a subject to a previously recorded background image. This means you can create images that include you and your friend, even if you are the only two people around. You can use Coupling Shot and Pre-shot by selecting the applicable sample images in the BESTSHOT mode.

• Image Roulette Feature

Images cycle like a slot machine on the display until one of them remains.

• Triple Self-timer mode

The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times, automatically.

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• Real-time histogram An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you view the effect on overall image brightness, which makes shooting under difficult lighting conditions easier than ever before.

• World Time A simple operation sets the current time for your current location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time zones.

• Alarm A built-in alarm helps to keep you on time for important events, and even can be used in place of an alarm clock. You can also have a specific image appear on the monitor screen when the alarm time is reached.

• Album Function HTML files are generated automatically to create an album of recorded images. Album contents can be viewed and printed using a standard Web browser. Images can also be incorporated into Web pages quickly and easily.

• Calendar screen A simple operation displays a full-month calendar on the camera’s monitor screen. Each day of the full-month calendar shows a thumbnail of the first image recorded for that date, which helps to make searching for a particular image quicker and easier.

• 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.

• USB DIRECT-PRINT support Your camera supports USB DIRECT-PRINT, which was developed by Seiko Epson Corporation. When connected directly to a printer that supports USB DIRECT-PRINT, you can select images to print and start the print operation directly from the camera.

• Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands Your camera comes bundled with Photo Loader, the popular application that automatically loads images from your camera to your PC. Also included is Photohands, an application that makes image retouching quick and easy.

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* EX-M20U Only

• Snapshot + Audio Mode Adds audio to a snapshot.

• 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/MPEG-2 Audio Layer-3) files.

• Selectable Sound Settings You can configure different sounds to play whenever you turn on the camera, press the shutter release button, or perform a key operation.

Precautions

General Precautions

Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the EX-S20U/EX-M20U.

All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the camera” refer to the CASIO EX-S20U/EX-M20U 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 a CASIO authorized service center.

• Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the camera’s viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight.

• Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out of the reach of small children. If swallowed accidentally, contact your physician immediately.

• Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with the driver’s vision and create the 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. This is especially true with young children. When using the flash, the camera should be at least one meter (3.3´) from the eyes of the subject.

• Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and never let it get wet. Moisture creates the 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 it off. Next, remove the camera’s battery and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. Using the camera under these conditions creates the danger of fire and electric shock.

• Should you ever notice smoke or a strange odor coming out of the camera, immediately turn it off. Next, taking care you do not burn your fingers, remove the camera’s battery and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. Using the camera under these conditions creates the 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 center 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 power cord from the power outlet and clean the area around the prongs of the plug. Dust build up around the prongs can create the 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 it off. Next, remove the camera’s battery and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center.

• Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other 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 the AC adaptor 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 file 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 file memory.

— Removing the battery or memory card, or setting the

camera onto the USB cradle while the camera is performing a record or memory access operation

— Removing the battery, removing the memory card, or

placing the camera onto the USB cradle while the 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 operation 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 176). Follow the instructions provided by the message to eliminate the cause of the error.

Operating conditions

• This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

• Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas. — In areas subject to direct sunlight — In areas subject to high humidity or dust — Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject

to temperature extremes

— Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the

sun

— In areas subject to strong vibration

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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.

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.

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Other

• Take care never to sit down with the camera in the pocket of your slacks or otherwise subject the camera to severe stress. Doing so can crack the LCD monitor screen.

• The camera may become slightly warm during use. This does not indicate malfunction.

• If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

QUICK START GUIDE

First, charge the battery!

Load the battery (page 26).

Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the battery (page 28).

• It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge.

D IS

QUICK START GUIDE

To configure display language and clock settings

IMPORTANT!

• Be sure to configure the following settings

before using the camera to record images (See page 40 for details).

DISP

2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Press the power button to turn on the camera.

Press [], [], [], and [] to select the language you want.

Press [SET] to register the language setting.

Use [], [], [], and [] to select the geographical area you want, and then press [SET].

Use [] and [] to select the city you want, and then press [SET].

Use [] and [] to select the summer time (DST) setting you want, and then press [SET].

Use [] and [] to select the date format setting you want, and then press [SET].

Set the date and the time.

Press [SET] to register the clock settings and exit the setting screen.

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