Casio EX-Z10 User Manual
Digital Camera
EX-Z10
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.
• Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for
future reference.
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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 Strap
CD-ROM AV Cable
2 AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6)
USB Cable Basic Reference
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Contents
2 INTRODUCTION
Unpacking .................................................................... 2
Features ....................................................................... 9
Precautions ................................................................ 12
General Precautions 12
Data Error Precautions 19
Operating conditions 20
Condensation 20
Power Supply 21
Lens 21
Caring for your camera 21
Other 21
22 QUICK START GUIDE
Load the batteries into the camera ............................ 22
To configure display language and clock settings ..... 23
To record an image .................................................... 24
To view a recorded image .......................................... 25
To delete an image ..................................................... 25
26 GETTING READY
About This Manual ..................................................... 26
General Guide ............................................................ 27
Camera 27
Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 30
REC Modes 30
PLAY Mode 34
Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 35
Attaching the Strap .................................................... 37
Power Requirements .................................................. 37
To load batteries 38
To replace the batteries 41
Battery Precautions 41
Using AC Power 44
Turning the Camera On and Off 46
Configuring Power Saving Settings 48
Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 49
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 52
To configure display language and clock settings 53
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55 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Recording an Image ................................................... 55
Specifying the Recording Mode 55
Aiming the Camera 56
Recording an Image (Snapshot Mode) 57
Using the easy Mode 61
Recording Precautions 62
Using the Optical Viewfinder ...................................... 64
Using Zoom ................................................................ 65
Optical Zoom 65
Digital Zoom 67
Using the Flash .......................................................... 69
Flash Unit Status 71
Changing the Flash Intensity Setting 72
Using Flash Assist 72
Using the Self-timer ................................................... 74
Specifying Image Size ............................................... 77
Specifying Image Quality ........................................... 78
79 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 79
Using Auto Focus 80
Using the Macro Mode 83
Using Pan Focus 84
Using the Infinity Mode 84
Using Manual Focus 85
Using Focus Lock 86
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 87
Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 89
Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually 90
Specifying the Exposure Mode .................................. 92
Using Aperture Priority AE 92
Using Shutter Speed Priority AE 94
Setting Exposure Settings Manually 95
Exposure Mode Recording Precautions 96
Recording Consecutive Images
(Continuous Shutter Mode) ........................................ 97
Using the BEST SHOT Mode .................................... 98
Displaying Sample Scenes Individually 100
Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup 101
To delete a BEST SHOT user setup 102
Reducing the Effects of Hand or
Subject Movement ................................................... 103
Shooting with High Sensitivity ................................. 104
Recording Images of Business Cards and
Documents (Business Shot) .................................... 105
To use Business Shot 106
Recording a Movie ................................................... 107
Specifying Movie Image Quality 108
Recording a Movie 109
Recording Audio ....................................................... 111
Adding Audio to a Snapshot 111
Recording Your Voice 113
Using the Histogram ................................................. 115
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REC Mode Camera Settings ................................... 118
Assigning Functions to the [왗] and [왘] Keys 119
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off 120
Turning Image Review On and Off 120
Specifying Power On Default Settings 121
Specifying ISO Sensitivity 123
Selecting the Metering Mode 124
Using the Filter Function 126
Specifying Outline Sharpness 126
Specifying Color Saturation 127
Specifying Contrast 127
Resetting the Camera 128
129 PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation ........................................ 129
Playing an Audio Snapshot 130
Zooming the Display Image ..................................... 131
Resizing an Image ................................................... 132
Cropping an Image................................................... 134
Playing and Editing a Movie..................................... 136
Playing a Movie 136
Editing a Movie 137
Capturing a Still Image from a Movie
(MOTION PRINT) 141
Displaying the 9-image View .................................... 144
Displaying the Calendar Screen .............................. 145
Playing a Slideshow ................................................. 146
Rotating the Display Image ...................................... 149
Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 150
To re-record audio 151
Playing Back a Voice Recording File ....................... 153
Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen ........... 154
Selecting the Video Output System 156
157 DELETING FILES
Deleting a Single File ............................................... 157
Deleting All Files ...................................................... 158
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159 FILE MANAGEMENT
Folders ...................................................................... 159
Memory Folders and Files 159
Protecting Files ........................................................ 160
To protect a single file 160
To protect all files in memory 161
Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 161
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder 161
To display a file in the FAVORITE folder 163
To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 164
To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 164
165 OTHER SETTINGS
Configuring Sound Settings ..................................... 165
To configure sound settings 165
To set the confirmation tone volume level 165
To set the audio volume level for movie and audio
snapshot playback 166
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 166
Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation
Method ...................................................................... 167
Setting the Clock ...................................................... 168
To select your Home Time zone 168
To set the current time and date 169
Changing the Date Format 169
Using World Time ..................................................... 170
To display the World Time screen 170
To configure World Time settings 170
Changing the Display Language .............................. 171
Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 172
Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY)
Power On/Off Functions ........................................... 173
Formatting Built-in Memory ...................................... 174
175 USING A MEMORY CARD
Using a Memory Card .............................................. 176
To insert a memory card into the camera 176
To replace the memory card 177
Formatting a Memory Card 178
Copying Files ............................................................ 179
To copy all the files in built-in memory to
a memory card 180
To copy a specific file from a memory card to
built-in memory 181
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182 PRINTING IMAGES
DPOF ........................................................................ 183
To configure print settings for a single image 184
To configure print settings for all images 185
Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ............... 186
Date Printing 190
PRINT Image Matching III ............................................ 191
Exif Print ................................................................... 192
193 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ......... 193
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 200
Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a
Computer .................................................................. 204
Memory Data ............................................................ 205
DCF Protocol 205
Memory Folder Structure 206
Image Files Supported by the Camera 207
209 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ......... 209
About the bundled CD-ROM 209
Computer System Requirements 211
Managing Images on a PC 212
Retouching, Reorienting, and Printing a Snapshot 215
Playing a Movie 217
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 218
User Registration 218
Exiting the Menu Application 218
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 219
About the bundled CD-ROM 219
Computer System Requirements 220
Managing Images on a Macintosh 221
Playing a Movie 222
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 222
To register as a camera user 223
224 APPENDIX
Menu Reference ....................................................... 224
Indicator Lamp Reference ........................................ 227
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 230
If you have problems installing the USB driver... 235
Display Messages 236
Specifications ........................................................... 238
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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 due to the use or malfunction of the
EX-Z10.
• 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.
• Note that the example screens and product
illustrations shown in this User’s Guide may differ
somewhat by the screens and configuration of the
actual camera.
• The SD logo is a registered trademark.
• Windows, Internet Explorer, Windows Media, and
DirectX are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
• Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc.
•
MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon
Technologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the
MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA).
• Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks
or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the
United States and/or other countries.
• 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.
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■ LCD Panel
The LCD panel is a product of the latest LCD
manufacturing technology that provides a pixel yield of
99.99%. This means that less than 0.01% of the total pixels
are defective (they do not turn on or always remain turned
on).
■ Copyright Restrictions
Except for the purposes of your own personal enjoyment,
unauthorized copying of snapshot files, movie files, and
audio 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.
Features
• REC mode or PLAY mode power up (page 46)
Press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera
and enter the mode you want to use.
• Mode dial (page 55)
A turn of the mode dial selects from among eight different
recording modes.
• 12X zoom (page 65)
3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom
• Triple Self-timer (page 74)
The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times,
automatically.
• Quick Shutter (page 81)
When you press the shutter button all the way down
without pausing, the camera immediately records the
image without waiting for Auto Focus to be performed.
This helps to avoid missing a special moment while you
wait for the camera to Auto Focus.
• Auto Focus Area Selection (page 82)
When “ Multi” is selected for the Auto Focus area, the
camera takes simultaneous meter readings at nine
different points and automatically selects the best one.
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• Three exposure modes (pages 92, 94, 95)
Three exposure modes control aperture and shutter
speed: aperture priority AE (A Mode), shutter speed
priority AE (S Mode), and manual exposure (M Mode).
• BEST SHOT (page 98)
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 images
every time.
• Business Shot (page 105)
Business Shot automatically corrects rectangular shapes
when recording the image of a business card, document,
whiteboard, or similar subjects from an angle.
• easy mode (page 61)
This feature eliminates troublesome setups.
• Movie recording with audio (page 107)
VGA size, 30 fps, Motion JPEG AVI format
• MOTION PRINT (page 141)
Capture frames from a movie and create still images that
are suitable for printing.
• Audio Snapshot mode (page 111)
Use this mode to record snapshots that also include
audio.
• Voice Recording (page 113)
Quick and easy recording of voice input.
• Calendar screen (page 145)
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 file recorded for
that date, which helps to make searching for a particular
file quicker and easier.
• Slideshow (page 146)
A slideshow automatically plays back images in sequence
at a fixed interval.
• Connect the camera to a TV with the AV cable and
use the TV screen for image recording and viewing
(page 154)
• Selectable Sound Settings (page 165)
You can configure different sounds to play whenever you
turn on the camera, press the shutter button half-way or
all the way, or perform a key operation.
• World Time (page 170)
A simple operation sets the current time for your current
location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time
zones.
• Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia
Cards) for memory expansion (page 175)
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• Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 183)
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.
• PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT support
(page 186)
Connect directly to a PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT
compatible printer and you can print images without going
through a computer.
• PRINT Image Matching III Compatible (page 191)
Images include PRINT Image Matching
setting and other camera setup information). A printer that
supports PRINT Image Matching
adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images
come out just the way you intended when you recorded
them.
• Transfer images to a computer simply by connecting
the camera with a USB cable (pages 193, 200)
• DCF Data Storage (page 205)
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage
protocol provides image compatibility between the digital
camera and printers.
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data (mode
III
reads this data and
• Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands
(pages 212, 215, 221)
Your camera comes bundled with Photo Loader, the
popular application that automatically loads images from
your camera to your PC. It also comes with Photohands,
and application that makes image retouching quick and
easy.
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Precautions
General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the EX-Z10. All references in this manual
to “camera” refer to the CASIO EX-Z10 Digital Camera.
■ Test for proper operation before using the
camera!
• Before using the camera to record important images,
make sure you first record a number of test images and
check the results to ensure that the camera is
configured correctly and operating properly (page 57).
■ Avoid Use While In Motion
• Never use the camera to record or play back images
while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or while
walking. Looking at the monitor while in motion creates
the risk of serious accident.
■ Directly Viewing the Sun or Bright Light
• Never look at the sun or any other bright light through
the camera’s viewfinder. Doing so can damage your
eyesight.
■ Flash
• Never use the flash unit in areas where flammable or
explosive gas may be present. Such conditions create
the risk of fire and explosion.
• Never fire the flash in the direction of a person
operating a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with
the driver’s vision and creates the risk of accident.
• Never fire the flash too close to the eyes of the subject.
Doing so creates the risk of loss of eyesight.
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■ Display Panel
• Do not apply strong pressure to the LCD panel surface
or subject it to strong impact. Doing so can cause the
display panel glass to crack.
• Should the display panel ever become cracked, never
touch any of the liquid inside the panel. Doing so
creates the risk of skin inflammation.
• Should display panel liquid ever get into your mouth,
immediately rinse your mouth out and contact your
physician.
• Should display panel liquid ever get into your eyes or
onto your skin, immediately rinse with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and contact your physician.
■ Connections
• Never plug any devices that are not specified for use
with this camera into connectors. Connecting a nonspecified device creates the risk of fire and electric
shock.
■ Transport
• Never operate the camera inside of an aircraft or
anywhere else where operation of such devices is
restricted. Improper use creates the risk of serious
accident.
■ Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and
other abnormalities
• Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke
or strange odor, or overheating creates the risk of fire
and electric shock. Immediately perform the following
steps whenever any of the above symptoms are
present.
1. Turn off the camera.
2. If you are using the AC adaptor to power the
camera, unplug it from the wall outlet. If you are
using battery power, remove the batteries from the
camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn
injury.
3. Contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized
service center.
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■ Water and Foreign Matter
• Water, other liquids, or foreign matter (especially metal)
getting inside the camera creates the risk of fire and
electric shock. Immediately perform the following steps
whenever any of the above symptoms are present.
Particular care is required when using the camera
where it is raining or snowing, near the ocean or other
body of water, or in a bathroom.
1. Turn off the camera.
2. If you are using the AC adaptor to power the
camera, unplug it from the wall outlet. If you are
using battery power, remove the batteries from the
camera.
3. Contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized
service center.
■ Dropping and Rough Treatment
• Continued use of the camera after it is damaged by
dropping or other rough treatment creates the risk of
fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the
following steps whenever any of the above symptoms
are present.
1. Turn off the camera.
2. If you are using the AC adaptor to power the
camera, unplug it from the wall outlet. If you are
using battery power, remove the batteries from the
camera.
3. Contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized
service center.
■ Keep Away From Fire
• Never expose the camera to fire, which can cause it to
explode and creates the risk of fire and electric shock.
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■ Disassembly and Modification
• Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any
way. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock, burn
injury, and other personal injury. Be sure to leave all
internal inspection, maintenance, and repair up to your
dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center.
■ Locations To Be Avoided
• Never leave the camera in any of the following types of
locations. Doing so creates the risk of fire and electric
shock.
— Areas subject to large amounts of humidity or dust
— Food preparation areas or other locations where oil
smoke is present
— Near heaters, on a heated carpet, in areas exposed
to direct sunlight, in a closed vehicle parked in the
sun, or other areas subject to very high
temperatures
• Never place the camera on an unstable surface, on a
high shelf, etc. Doing so can cause the camera to fall,
creating the risk of personal injury.
■ Backing Up Important Data
• Always keep backup copies of important data in
camera memory by transferring it to a computer or
other storage device. Note that data can be deleted in
the case of camera malfunction, repair, etc.
■ Memory Protection
• Whenever replacing batteries, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as described in the documentation
that comes with the camera. Incorrectly replacing
batteries can result in corruption or loss of data in
camera memory.
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■ Batteries
• Misuse of batteries can cause them to leak, which
damages and corrodes the area around the batteries
and creates the risk of fire and personal injury. Make
sure you observe the following precautions when using
batteries.
— Never try to take batteries apart and never allow
them to become shorted.
— Do not expose batteries to heat or fire.
— Never mix new batteries with old ones.
— Never mix batteries of different types.
— Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
— When loading batteries, make sure their positive (+)
and negative (–) ends are facing correctly.
— When using rechargeable batteries, be sure to read
the Safety Precautions section of the user
documentation that comes with them.
— Use only the batteries that are specified for this
camera.
— If you do not plan to use the camera for a long time,
remove its batteries.
■ Alkaline Batteries
• Should liquid from an alkaline battery ever get into your
eyes, take the following steps.
1. Immediately rinse your eyes with clean water. Do not
rub!
2. See a physician as soon as possible.
Failure to clean alkaline battery fluid from the eyes
creates the risk of loss of sight.
■ Rechargeable Batteries
• Should you ever notice any of the following conditions
while using, charging, or storing batteries, immediately
remove them from the camera, and keep them away
from open flame:
— Fluid leaking
— Emission of a strange odor
— Heat emission
— Battery discoloration
— Battery deformation
— Any other battery abnormality
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• Failure to observe any of the following precautions
while using batteries creates the risk of overheating,
fire, and explosion.
— Never use or leave batteries near open flame.
— Never place batteries in a microwave oven, throw
them into fire, or otherwise expose them to intense
heat.
— Make sure batteries are oriented correctly when you
load them into the camera.
— Never carry or store batteries together with items
that can conduct electricity (necklaces, pencil lead,
etc.).
— Never try to take batteries apart, modify them in any
way, or expose them to strong impact.
— Do not immerse batteries in fresh water or salt
water.
— Do not use or leave batteries under direct sunlight,
in an automobile parked in the sun, or in any other
area subject to high temperatures.
• Battery fluid can damage your eyes. Should battery
fluid get into your eyes accidentally, immediately rinse
them with clean tap water and then consult a physician.
• If batteries are to be used by young children, make
sure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the
precautions and proper handling instructions, and make
sure that they handle batteries correctly.
• Should fluid from batteries accidentally get onto
clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean
tap water. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can
cause skin irritation.
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■ AC Adaptor (Option)
• Misuse of the optional AC adaptor creates the risk of
fire and electric shock. Make sure you observe the
following precautions when using the AC adaptor.
— Use only the optional AC adaptor specified for this
camera.
— Use a 100 to 240V AC (50/60Hz) wall outlet as a
power source.
— Never plug the power cord into a wall outlet that is
shared by other devices, or into a shared extension
cord.
• Misuse of the AC adaptor can cause it to become
damaged, creating the risk of fire and electric shock.
Make sure you observe the following precautions when
using the AC adaptor.
— Never place heavy objects on the AC adaptor or
subject it to direct heat.
— Never try to modify the AC adaptor or subject it to
bending.
— Do not twist or pull on the power cord.
— Should the power cord or plug ever become
damaged, contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center.
• Use the AC adaptor where it will not be splashed with
water. Water creates the risk of fire and electric shock.
• Do not place a vase or any other container filled with
liquid on top of the AC adaptor. Water creates the risk
of fire and electric shock.
• Never touch the AC adaptor while your hands are wet.
Doing so creates the risk of electric shock.
• Misuse of the optional AC adaptor creates the risk of
fire and electric shock. Make sure you observe the
following precautions when using the AC adaptor.
— Never locate the power cord near a stove or other
heating device.
— When unplugging from the wall outlet, grasp the
plug on the AC adaptor power cord. Never pull on
the power cord.
— Insert the plug into the wall outlet as far as it will go.
— Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet before
leaving the camera unattended for long periods,
such as when leaving on a trip, etc.
— At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor from
the wall outlet and clean off any dust built up around
the prongs.
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■ Battery Life
• The battery lives noted in the User’s Guide are
approximate values until power fails, based on use of
batteries of recommended brands at temperature 23°C
(73°F), and do not guarantee you will be able to
achieve operation for the life noted. Actual battery life is
greatly affected by the battery brand, battery production
date, and ambient temperature.
• Leaving the camera on can run down batteries and
cause the low battery warning to appear. Turn off the
camera whenever you are not using it.
• Sometimes, the camera may shutdown after the low
battery warning appears. If this happens, immediately
replace both of the batteries. Leaving low or dead
batteries in the camera can lead to battery leakage and
data corruption.
• Though you could use alkaline batteries when there are
no other types of batteries available, note that the life of
alkaline batteries will be very short. Use of
rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries or lithium
batteries is recommended.
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 batteries or memory card from the
camera, or connecting the USB cable to the camera
while the camera is performing a record or memory
access operation
— Removing the batteries or memory card from the
camera, or connecting the USB cable to the camera
while the operation lamp is still flashing after you turn
off the camera
— Disconnecting the USB cable or disconnecting the AC
adaptor from the camera while a USB data
communication operation is being performed
— Low battery power
* Note that continued use of weak batteries can lead to
malfunction of the camera. Replace the batteries with
new ones as soon as possible after signs of low
power appear.
— Other abnormal operations
Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to
appear on the monitor screen (page 236). Follow the
instructions provided by the message to eliminate the
cause of the error.
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Operating conditions
• This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). When using the
alkaline batteries that come bundled with the camera,
certain conditions (the amount of time the batteries spent
in storage before being used, operating temperature,
recording conditions) can cause failure of the camera to
operate at temperatures below 5°C (41°F). Because of
this, use of rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries is
recommended.
• 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
Condensation
• When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or
otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature,
there is the possibility that condensation can form on the
exterior or on interior components. Condensation can
cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid
exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.
• To keep condensation from forming, place the camera
into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is
much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave
it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a
chance to reach the same temperature as the new
location. If condensation does form, remove the batteries
from the camera and leave the battery cover open for a
few hours.
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Power Supply
• SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. brand type HR-3UA, HR-3UB,or
HR-3UF batteries are recommended when using
rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries to power this
camera.
• This camera does not have separate batteries for the
clock. The date and time settings of the camera are
cleared whenever power is totally cut off (from both the
batteries and AC adaptor). Be sure to reconfigure these
settings after power is interrupted (page 168).
Lens
• Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of
the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause
malfunction.
• You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain
types of images, such as a slight bend in lines that should
be straight. This is due to the characteristics of lens, and
does not indicate malfunction of the camera.
Caring for your camera
• 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.
• Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the flash
can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Avoid
touching the flash. If the flash becomes dirty, wipe it clean
with a soft, dry cloth.
• If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a
soft, dry cloth.
Other
• The camera may become slightly warm during use. This
does not indicate malfunction.
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QUICK START GUIDE
Load the batteries into the camera
1.
Load the bundled AA-size batteries (LR6) into the camera (page 38).
• You can also use commercially available AA-size rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries and AA-size lithium
batteries (FR6) to power the camera.
• SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. brand type HR-3UA, HR-3UB,or HR-3UF batteries are recommended when using
rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries to power this camera.
• Be sure to specify the type of battery you are using to power the camera (page 40).
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Stopper
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To configure display language and clock settings
• Be sure to configure the following settings
before using the camera to record images.
See page 52 for details.
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2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
[왖]
[왗][왘]
[왔]
[SET]
1.
Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2.
Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the language you
want.
3.
Press [SET] to register the language setting.
4.
Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the geographical area
you want, and then press [SET].
5.
Use [왖] and [왔] to select the city you want, and then
press [SET].
6.
Use [왖] and [왔] to select the summer time (DST) setting
you want, and then press [SET].
7.
Use [왖] and [왔] to select the date format setting you
want, and then press [SET].
8.
Set the date and the time.
9.
Press [SET] to register the clock settings and exit the
setting screen.
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4
To record an image
See page 55 for details.
Snapshot mode icon
Focus frame
2
Green operation lamp
3
1
3
Before using a commercially available memory card, be
sure to first format it using the camera’s formatting
procedure. For details about formatting a memory card, see
page 178.
1.
Press [ ] (REC).
• This enters the REC (recording) mode.
2.
Align the mode dial with “ ” (Snapshot mode).
3.
Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor
screen or viewfinder to compose the image, and
then press the shutter button half way.
• When the camera finishes its Auto Focus operation, the
focus frame will turn green and the green operation lamp
lights.
4.
Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter
button all the way down.
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To view a recorded image
See page 129 for details.
1
2
1.
Press [ ] (PLAY).
• This enters the PLAY (playback) mode.
2.
Use [왗] and [왘] to scroll through the
images.
To delete an image
See page 157 for details.
1
2, 3, 4, 5
1.
Press [ ] (PLAY).
2.
Press [왔] ( ).
3.
Use [왗] and [왘] to display the image you want to
delete.
4.
Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Delete”.
• To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything,
select “Cancel”.
5.
Press [SET] to delete the image.
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GETTING READY
GETTING READY
This section contains information about things you need to
know about and do before trying to use the camera.
About This Manual
This section contains information about the conventions
used in this manual.
■ Terminology
The following table defines the terminology used in this
manual.
This term as used in this
manual:
“camera”
“file memory”
“batteries”
“a REC mode”
Means this:
The CASIO EX-Z10 Digital
Camera
The location where the
camera is currently storing
images you record (page 57)
The AA-size alkaline batteries
The currently selected
recording mode (Snapshot,
BEST SHOT, easy, Aperture
Priority AE, Shutter Speed
Priority AE, Manual Exposure,
Voice Recording, movie)
This term as used in this
manual:
“digital noise”
Means this:
Tiny flecks or “snow” in a
recorded image or on the
monitor screen, which makes
the image look grainy.
■ Button Operations
Button operations are indicated by the button name inside
of brackets ([ ]).
■ On-screen Text
On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation
marks (“ ”).
■ Supplementary Information
• IMPORTANT! indicates very important
information you need to know in order to use the camera
correctly.
• NOTE indicates information that is useful when
operating the camera.
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■ File Memory
The term “file memory” in this manual is a general term that
refers to the location where your camera is currently storing
the images you record. File memory can be any one of the
following three locations.
• The camera’s built-in memory
• An SD memory card loaded in the camera
• A MultiMediaCard loaded in the camera
For more information about how the camera stores images,
see page 206.
General Guide
The following illustrations show the names of each
component, button, and switch on the camera.
Camera
■ Front
1
1 Zoom controller
2 Shutter button
3 Power button
4 Flash
5 Finder
6 Microphone
7 Lens
8 Self-timer lamp
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8
2
3
4
5
6
GETTING READY
■ Back
9
0
A
B
C
I
H
G
F
9 Finder
0 Operation lamp
A [ ] (PLAY mode) button
B [ ] (REC mode) button
C Mode dial
D Strap ring
E [DISP] button
F [왖][왔][왗][왘]
G [SET] button
H [MENU] button
I Monitor Screen
D
E
[왖]
[왗][왘]
[왔]
[SET]
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■ Side
M
N
J
K
L
J [DC IN 3V]
(AC adaptor
connector)
K [USB/AV]
(USB/AV port)
L Terminal panel cover
M Memory card slot
N Memory card cover
Open Terminal Panel Cover/
Memory Card Cover
GETTING READY
OPS RQ
■ Bottom
O Battery compartment
P Battery cover
Q Stopper
R Tripod screw hole
* Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.
S Speaker
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Monitor Screen Contents
The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status.
• Note that the example screens in this chapter are for illustrative purposes only. They do not exactly match the screen
contents actually produced on the camera.
REC Modes
■ Screen Indicators • appears momentarily
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92 467
81
F
E
D
C
1 Flash mode indicator
(page 69)
Auto
Flash Off
0
A
B
Flash On
Red-eye reduction
• appears momentarily
when you select Auto as the
flash mode, and then
disappears.
• If the camera detects that
flash is required while auto
flash is selected, the flash on
indicator will appear when the
shutter button is pressed half
way.
2 Focus mode indicator
(page 79)
Auto Focus
Macro
Pan Focus
Infinity
Manual Focus
when you select auto focus,
and then disappears.
3 White balance indicator
(page 89)
Auto
AWB
Daylight
Cloudy
Shade
Day White
Daylight
Tungsten
Manual
•
appears momentarily
AWB
when you select auto white
balance, and then
disappears.
4 Continuous Shutter
mode (page 97)
None Single shot
Continuous shutter
5 Self-timer (page 74)
None 1-Image
Self-timer 10 sec
10
s
Self-timer 2 sec
2
s
Triple self-timer
x3
6 REC modes (page 55)
Snapshot
BEST SHOT
easy
Aperture Priority AE
Shutter Speed Priority
AE
Manual Exposure
Movie
Voice Recording
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