Casio EX-Z30, EXZ40 User Manual

Digital Camera

EX-Z30/EX-Z40

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.

• For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official Exilim Website at http://www.exilim.com/.

All example procedures in this User’s Guide are based on the EX-Z40. The same procedures also apply to the EX-Z30, unless specifically noted otherwise.

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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.

Camera

CD-ROM

Rechargeable lithium ion battery

(NP-40)

USB Cable Basic Reference

• Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera.

* The shape of the AC

power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.

Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type)

AC power cord

USB Cradle

(CA-24)

○○○○○○○

Special AC Adaptor (Plug-in Type)

Strap

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2 INTRODUCTION

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

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

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

General Precautions 11 Test for proper operation before using the camera! 13 Data Error Precautions 13 Operating conditions 13 Condensation 14 Lens 14 Other 14

15 QUICK START GUIDE

First, charge the battery! ............................................ 15

To configure display language and clock settings ..... 16

To record an image .................................................... 17

To view a recorded image .......................................... 17

To delete an image ..................................................... 18

19 GETTING READY

About This Manual ..................................................... 19

General Guide ............................................................ 20

Camera 20 USB Cradle 21

Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 22

REC mode 22 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 remove the battery 28 To charge the battery 28 Power Supply Precautions 33 Turning the Camera On and Off 37 Configuring Power Saving Settings 38

Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 39

Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 42

To configure display language and clock settings 43

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45 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Recording an Image ................................................... 45

Aiming the Camera 45 Recording an Image 46 Recording Precautions 48 About Auto Focus 49 About the REC Mode Monitor Screen 49

Using the Optical Viewfinder...................................... 50

Using Zoom ................................................................ 51

Optical Zoom 51 Digital Zoom 52

Using the Flash .......................................................... 53

Flash Unit Status 55 Flash Precautions 55

Using the Self-timer ................................................... 56

Specifying Image Size and Quality ............................ 58

To specify the image size 58 To specify image quality 60

61 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 61

Using Auto Focus 62 Using the Macro Mode 64 Using the Pan Focus Mode 64 Using the Infinity Mode 65 Using Manual Focus 65 Using Focus Lock 66

Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 67

Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 69

Adjusting White Balance Manually 70

Using the BESTSHOT Mode ..................................... 71

Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup 73

Combining Shots of Two People into

a Single Image (Coupling Shot) ................................. 75

Recording a Subject onto an Existing

Background Image (Pre-shot).................................... 77

Using the Movie Mode ............................................... 79

Recording Audio ......................................................... 81

Adding Audio to a Snapshot 81 Recording Your Voice 83

Using the Histogram .................................................. 84

REC Mode Camera Settings ..................................... 86

Specifying ISO Sensitivity 86 Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off 88 Turning Image Review On and Off 88 Assigning Functions to the [] and [] Keys 89 Specifying Power On Default Settings 90 Resetting the Camera 91

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92 PLAYBACK

Basic Playback Operation .......................................... 92

Playing an Audio Snapshot 93

Flipping the Display.................................................... 94

Zooming the Display Image ....................................... 95

Resizing an Image ..................................................... 96

Cropping an Image..................................................... 97

Playing a Movie .......................................................... 99

Displaying the 9-image View ................................... 100

Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View 101

Displaying the Calendar Screen .............................. 101

Playing a Slide Show ............................................... 102

To specify the slideshow images 104 To specify the slideshow time 105 To set the slideshow interval 105 Using the Photo Stand Feature 106

Rotating the Display Image...................................... 107

Using Image Roulette .............................................. 108

Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 109

To re-record audio 110

Playing Back a Voice Recording File........................111

112 DELETING FILES

Deleting a Single File ................................................112

Deleting All Files .......................................................113

114 FILE MANAGEMENT

Folders ...................................................................... 114

Memory Folders and Files 114

Protecting Files ......................................................... 115

To protect a single file 115 To protect all files in memory 116

Using the FAVORITE Folder .....................................116

To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder 116 To display a file in the FAVORITE folder 118 To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 119 To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 120

121 OTHER SETTINGS

Configuring Sound Settings ..................................... 121

To configure sound settings 121 To set the volume level 122

Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 122

Configuring Power Down Image Settings................ 123

Specifying the File Name Serial Number

Generation Method .................................................. 125

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Using the Alarm........................................................ 126

To set an alarm 126 Stopping the Alarm 127

Setting the Clock ...................................................... 127

To select your Home Time zone 127 To set the current time and date 128 Changing the Date Format 129

Using World Time..................................................... 129

To display the World Time screen 129 To configure World Time settings 130 To configure summer time (DST) settings 131

Changing the Display Language ............................. 132

Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 132

Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Buttons

Power On/Off Functions........................................... 133

Formatting Built-in Memory...................................... 135

136 USING A MEMORY CARD

Using a Memory Card .............................................. 137

To insert a memory card into the camera 137 To remove a memory card from the camera 138 Formatting a Memory Card 138 Memory Card Precautions 139

Copying Files ........................................................... 140

To copy all the files in built-in memory to a

memory card 140

To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory 141

142 PRINTING IMAGES

DPOF ........................................................................ 143

To configure print settings for a single image 144 To configure print settings for all images 145

Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ............... 146

To print a single image 146 To print a group of images 148 Printing Precautions 149

PRINT Image Matching II ............................................. 150

Exif Print ................................................................... 150

151 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER

Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 151

USB Connection Precautions 157

Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 157

USB Connection Precautions 161

Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer . 161 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a

Computer .................................................................. 162

Memory Data ............................................................ 163

DCF Protocol 163 Memory Directory Structure 163 Image Files Supported by the Camera 165 Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions 165

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166 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER

Using the Album Feature ......................................... 166

Creating an album 166 Selecting an Album Layout 168 Configuring Detailed Album Settings 168 Viewing Album Files 171 Saving an Album 173 To delete an album 174

Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 174

About the bundled CD-ROM

(CASIO Digital Camera Software) 174

Computer System Requirements 176

Installing Software from the CD-ROM

in Windows ............................................................... 177

Getting Started 178 Selecting a Language 178 Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File 178 Installing an Application 179 Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 179 User Registration 180 Exiting the Menu Application 180

Installing Software from the CD-ROM on

a Macintosh .............................................................. 180

Installing Software 180 Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 181

183 APPENDIX

Menu Reference ....................................................... 183

Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 185

REC mode 186 PLAY mode 187 USB Cradle Indicator Lamps 187

Troubleshooting Guide............................................. 188

Display Messages 192

Specifications ........................................................... 193

Main Specifications 193

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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-Z30/EXZ40.

• 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.

• 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, 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.

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Features

• High-resolution CCD for beautiful prints EX-Z30: 3.20 million pixels (3.34 million total pixels) EX-Z40: 4.00 million pixels (4.23 million total pixels)

• 2.0-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen

• Long battery life

The camera’s low-power design combines with a largecapacity battery to provide more recording and playback between charges.

• 12X seamless zoom (page 51) 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom

• 9.7MB Flash memory Images can be recorded without using a memory card.

• REC mode or PLAY mode power up (page 37) Press the [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera and enter the mode you want to use.

• Multi Auto Focus (page 63) When “Multi” is selected for the Auto Focus area, the camera takes simultaneous meter readings at seven different points and automatically selects the best one. This makes it possible to avoid erroneous focusing on the background, and ensure proper focus for a wide range of image types.

• Pan Focus (page 64) This feature lets you lock the focus point and ensures that you do not miss that special moment when it happens.

• Auto Pan Focus (page 62) When you press the shutter release 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.

• Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia Cards) for memory expansion (page 136)

• Easy Charging (page 28) Just place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge its battery.

• Easy Image Transfer (page 151) Transfer images to a computer simply by placing the camera onto the USB cradle.

• Photo Stand feature (page 106) A slideshow of images in file memory can be played while the camera is on its USB cradle.

• BESTSHOT (page 71) 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 (pages 75, 77) 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.

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• Triple Self-timer mode (page 56) The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times, automatically.

• Real-time histogram (page 84) 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 (page 129) A simple operation sets the current time for your current location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time zones.

• Alarm (page 126) 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, or a movie or audio file to play when the alarm time is reached.

• Album Function (page 166) 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 (page 101) 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.

• Snapshot + Audio Mode (page 81) Adds audio to a snapshot.

• Movie + Audio Mode (page 79)

• Voice Recording (page 83)

Quick and easy recording of voice input.

• After Recording (page 109) Adds audio to images after they are recorded.

• Selectable Sound Settings (page 121) You can configure different sounds to play whenever you turn on the camera, press the shutter release button halfway or all the way, or perform a key operation.

• 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) (page 143) 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.

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• PRINT Image Matching II Compatible (page 150) 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 (page 146) 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.

• PictBridge support (page 146) Your camera supports the PictBridge standard of the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA). You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge, and perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls.

• Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands (page 175) 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.

Precautions

General Precautions

Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the EX-Z30/EX-Z40.

All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the camera” refer to the CASIO EX-Z30/EX-Z40 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 compartment 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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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 17).

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 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

— Low battery power — Other abnormal operations

Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to appear on the monitor screen (page 192). 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 compartment 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.

Other

• 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).

Stopper

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

• Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera.

• It takes about 190 minutes to achieve a full charge.

Inlet Type

○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○

1 Plug-in Type

QUICK START GUIDE

To configure display language and clock settings

• Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. (See page 42 for details.)

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

Press the power button to turn on the camera.

Press [] 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.

QUICK START GUIDE

1200

1600

NORMAL

04/1212

1 / 1000

F2.6

To record an image

Green operation lamp

Press [ ] (REC).

•

If the (Snapshot Mode) icon is not on the monitor screen, use the procedure under “Using the On-screen Menus” (page

39) to change the “REC Mode” setting to “ Snapshot”.

Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor screen or viewfinder to compose the image, and then press the shutter release button half way.

• When proper focus is achieved, the focus frame turns green and the green operation lamp lights.

Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter release button.

(See page 45 for details.)

Focus frame

Snapshot Mode icon

1600

NORMAL

1 / 1000

04/

To view a recorded image

(See page 92 for details.)

1200

F2.6

/24 :

Press [ ] (PLAY).

Use [] and [] to scroll through the images.

QUICK START GUIDE

To delete an image

(See page 112 for details.)

2, 3, 4, 5

Press [ ] (PLAY).

Press [] ( ).

Use [] and [] to display the image you want to delete.

Use [] and [] to select “Delete”.

• To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select “Cancel”.

Press [SET] to delete the image.

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:

“this camera” or “the camera”

“file memory”

“battery”

“optional charger unit”

Means this:

The CASIO EX-Z30/EX-Z40 Digital Camera

The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 46)

The NP-40 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery

The optionally available CASIO BC-30L rapid Charger Unit

■ 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 (“ ”).

■ 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 Flash 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 114.

GETTING READY

General Guide

The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera.

Camera

■ Front

1 Shutter release button 2 Power button 3 Flash 4 Microphone 5 Self-timer lamp 6 Lens

■ Back

7 Viewfinder

8 Operation lamp 9 [ ] (PLAY mode) 0 [ ] (REC mode) A [MENU] button B Zoom button C Strap ring D [SET] button E [][][][] F [DISP] button G Monitor Screen H Speaker

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■ Bottom

I Battery compartment cover J Connector K Tripod screw hole

* Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.

L Stopper M Memory card slot N Battery compartment

USB Cradle

Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB cradle lets you perform the following tasks.

• Battery charging (page 28)

• Automatic transfer of images to a computer (page 151)

• Direct connection to a printer for printing (page 146)

• Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow

KJI

feature (page 106).

■ Front

1 Camera connector 2 [USB] lamp

3 [USB] button 4 [CHARGE] lamp

5 [PHOTO] button

■ Back

6 [DC IN 5.3V]

(AC adaptor connector)

7 [USB]

(USB port)

GETTING READY

Monitor Screen Contents

The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status.

REC mode

1 Flash Mode indicator

None Auto

Flash Off Flash On Red-eye reduction

• If the camera detects that flash is required while auto flash is selected, the flash on indicator will appear when the shutter release button is pressed half way.

2 Focus Mode indicator

None Auto Focus

Macro

3 White balance indicator

4 Self-timer

Pan Focus Infinity Manual Focus

None Auto

Sunlight Overcast Shade Light Bulb Fluorescent Manual

None 1-Image

Self-timer 10 sec

Self-timer 2 sec

Triple self-timer

REC modes

Snapshot BESTSHOT Movie Snapshot Audio Voice Recording

6 Memory capacity

(Remaining number of storable images) Movie Recording: Remaining recording time

7 Image size

• EX-Z30 2048 ҂ 1536 pixels 2048 ҂ 1360 (3:2) pixels 1600 ҂ 1200 pixels 1280 ҂ 960 pixels

640 ҂ 480 pixels Movie Recording: recording time

• EX-Z40 2304 ҂ 1728 pixels 2304 ҂ 1536 (3:2) pixels 1600 ҂ 1200 pixels 1280 ҂ 960 pixels

640 ҂ 480 pixels Movie Recording: recording time

8 Quality

FINE NORMAL ECONOMY

9 Built-in memory selected

for data storage. Memory card selected for data storage.

0 Date and time A EV value B Battery capacity C Focus frame

• Focusing complete: Green

• Focusing failed: Red

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D Digital zoom indicator E Shutter speed value

• An out of range aperture or shutter speed causes the corresponding monitor screen value to turn amber.

F Aperture value G ISO sensitivity H Zoom indicator

• Left side indicates optical zoom.

• Right side indicates digital zoom.

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PLAY mode

1 PLAY mode file type

Snapshot Movie Snapshot Audio Voice Recording

2 Image protection indicator 3 Folder number/File number 4 Image size

• EX-Z30

2048 ҂ 1536 pixels 2048 ҂ 1360 (3:2) pixels 1600 ҂ 1200 pixels 1280 ҂ 960 pixels

640 ҂ 480 pixels

Movie Playback: Elapsed play time

• EX-Z40

2304 ҂ 1728 pixels 2304 ҂ 1536 (3:2) pixels 1600 ҂ 1200 pixels 1280 ҂ 960 pixels

640 ҂ 480 pixels

Movie Playback: Elapsed play time

5 Quality

FINE NORMAL ECONOMY

6 Built-in memory selected for data

storage. Memory card selected for data storage.

7 Date and time 8 Battery capacity

IMPORTANT!

• Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different digital camera model.

GETTING READY

Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen

Each press of the [DISP] button changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below.

Indicators

(page 22)

IMPORTANT!

• You cannot turn off the monitor screen in the following cases: In the PLAY mode, in the BESTSHOT mode, when not recording in the Movie mode.

• You cannot use the [DISP] button to change the contents of the monitor screen while a movie is being recorded, or while standing by for or performing audio recording.

• In the Voice Recording mode, you can only turn indicators on and off.

Histogram

(page 84)

Indicators

off

Monitor

screen off

Indicator Lamps

You can find out the operational status of the camera and the USB cradle at a glance by checking the color of the indicator lamps, and whether a lamp is lit or flashing. For details, see “Indicator Lamp Reference” on page 185.

Self-timer lamp Green operation lamp

Red operation lamp

[USB] lamp

[CHARGE] lamp

GETTING READY

Attaching the Strap

Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the illustration.

IMPORTANT!

• Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when using the camera to protect against accidentally dropping it.

• The supplied strap is intended for use with this camera only. Do not use it for any other purpose.

• Never swing the camera around by the strap.

Power Requirements

Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40).

To load the battery

While pressing the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the camera, slide the cover in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then swing it open.

GETTING READY

While pulling the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration, align the (– ) mark on the battery with the (– ) mark on the camera and slide the battery into the camera.

(–) mark

Stopper

(–) marks

NP-40

• Push the bottom of the battery, and make sure that

the stopper securely locks the battery in place.

Swing the battery compartment cover closed, and then slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow.

IMPORTANT!

• Use only the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported.

The battery is not charged when you purchase the camera. You need to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time (page 28).

GETTING READY

To remove the battery

Open the battery compartment cover.

Pull the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow.

• This will cause the battery to come part way out of the slot.

Stopper

Release the stopper and pull the battery from the camera.

• Take care so you do not drop the battery.

To charge the battery

Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN

5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then plug it in to a household power outlet.

• Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera.

AC Adaptor

[DC IN 5.3V]

AC power cord

USB Cradle

GETTING READY

NOTE

• The bundled AC adaptor is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V AC. Note, however, that the shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area. If you plan to use the AC adaptor in a geographic area where the power receptacle shape is different from that in your area, replace the AC power cord with one of the other ones that comes with the camera, or purchase a commercially available AC power cord that is compatible with the power outlets in that area.

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AC Adaptor

USB Cradle

[DC IN 5.3V]

NOTE

• The AC adaptor is designed for operation on power ranging from 100V AC to 240V AC. Note, however, that the shape of the power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area. It is up to you to find out if the shape of the AC adaptor power cord plug is compatible with local power outlets when traveling abroad.

Turn off the camera.

Set the camera onto the USB cradle.

• Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it is turned on.

• The [CHARGE] lamp on the USB cradle should turn red, indicating that charging has started. When charging is complete, the [CHARGE] lamp will turn green.

After charging is complete, remove the

[CHARGE] lamp

camera from the USB cradle.

GETTING READY

IMPORTANT!

• It takes about 190 minutes to achieve a full charge. Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions.

• Use only the USB cradle (CA-24) that comes with the camera or the optionally available rapid charger unit (BC-30L) to charge the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery. Never use any other charging device.

• Use only the bundled AC adaptor. Never use any other type of AC adaptor. Do not use optionally available AD-C40, AD-C620 and AD-C630 AC adaptors with this camera.

• Make sure that the camera connector of the USB cradle is securely inserted into the camera’s connector as far as it will go.

• The [CHARGE] lamp may remain amber colored and the charge operation may not start right away if you try to charge immediately after using the camera (which causes battery to become warm) or when it is too hot or too cold where you are performing the charge operation. If this happens, simply wait until the battery reaches normal temperature. The [CHARGE] lamp will turn red and charging will start when the battery temperature returns to the allowable charging temperature range.

• If the [CHARGE] lamp starts flashing red, it means that an error occurs while charging. An error can be caused by any of the following: a problem with the USB cradle, a problem with the camera, or a problem with the battery or how it is loaded. Remove the camera from the USB cradle and see if it works normally.

• You can use the USB cradle to charge the camera’s battery, to exchange data with a computer over a USB connection, or when using the Photo Stand feature only.

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