Casio EX-Z4U User Manual

Digital Camera

EX-Z4U

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/.

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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.

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Camera

Strap

Basic Reference

Rechargeable lithium

ion battery (NP-20)

CD-ROM

Special AC Adaptor

(AD-C51J)

USB Cradle

(CA-21A)

USB Cable

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I 2 INTRODUCTION

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

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

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

General Precautions 11 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 32 Turning the Camera On and Off 36 Configuring Power Saving Settings 36

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

Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 40

To configure display language and clock settings 41

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43 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

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

Aiming the Camera 43 Recording an Image 44 Recording Precautions 46 About Auto Focus 47 About the REC Mode Monitor Screen 47

Using the Optical Viewfinder...................................... 48

Using Zoom ................................................................ 49

Optical Zoom 49 Digital Zoom 50

Using the Flash .......................................................... 51

Flash Unit Status 53 Flash Precautions 53

Using the Self-timer ................................................... 54

Specifying Image Size and Quality ............................ 55

To specify the image size 55 To specify image quality 56

58 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 58

Using Auto Focus 58 Using the Macro Mode 60 Using the Pan Focus Mode 60 Using the Infinity Mode 61 Using Manual Focus 62 Using Focus Lock 63

Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 64

Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 65

Adjusting White Balance Manually 66

Using the BESTSHOT Mode ..................................... 67

Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup 69

Combining Shots of Two People into a Single

Image (Coupling Shot) ............................................... 71

Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background

Image (Pre-shot) ........................................................ 73

Recording Audio ......................................................... 75

Adding Audio to a Snapshot 75 Recording Your Voice 76

Using the Histogram .................................................. 78

REC Mode Camera Settings ..................................... 79

Specifying ISO Sensitivity 80 Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off 81 Turning Image Review On and Off 81 Assigning Functions to the [왗] and [왘] Keys 82 Specifying Power On Default Settings 83 Resetting the Camera 84

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85 PLAYBACK

Basic Playback Operation .......................................... 85

Playing an Audio Snapshot 86

Flipping the Display.................................................... 87

Zooming the Display Image ....................................... 88

Resizing an Image ..................................................... 89

Cropping an Image..................................................... 90

Displaying the 9-image View ..................................... 91

Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View 92

Displaying the Calendar Screen ................................ 92

Playing a Slide Show ................................................. 93

To specify the slideshow images 95 To specify the slideshow time 96 To set the slideshow interval 96 Using the Photo Stand Feature 97

Rotating the Display Image........................................ 98

Using Image Roulette ................................................ 99

Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 100

To re-record audio 101

Playing Back a Voice Recording File....................... 102

103 DELETING FILES

Deleting a Single File ............................................... 103

Deleting All Files ...................................................... 104

105 FILE MANAGEMENT

Folders ..................................................................... 105

Memory Folders and Files 105

Protecting Files ........................................................ 106

To protect a single file 106 To protect all files in memory 107

DPOF ........................................................................ 107

To configure print settings for a single image 108 To configure print settings for all images 109

PRINT Image Matching II............................................. 110

Exif Print ....................................................................110

Using USB DIRECT-PRINT ...................................... 111

Using the FAVORITE Folder ..................................... 113

To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder 113 To display a file in the FAVORITE folder 114 To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 115 To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 116

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117 OTHER SETTINGS

Configuring Sound Settings ......................................117

To configure sound settings 117 To set the volume level 118

Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ............ 118

Configuring Power Down Image Settings................. 119

Specifying the File Name Serial Number

Generation Method .................................................. 121

Using the Alarm........................................................ 122

To set an alarm 122 Stopping the Alarm 123

Setting the Clock ...................................................... 123

To select your Home Time zone 123 To set the current time and date 124 Changing the Date Format 125

Using World Time..................................................... 125

To display the World Time screen 125 To configure World Time settings 126 To configure summer time (DST) settings 127

Changing the Display Language ............................. 128

Formatting Built-in Memory...................................... 128

130 USING A MEMORY CARD

Using a Memory Card .............................................. 131

To insert a memory card into the camera 131 To remove a memory card from the camera 132 Formatting a Memory Card 132 Memory Card Precautions 133

Copying Files ........................................................... 134

To copy all the files in built-in memory to

a memory card 134

To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory 135

136 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER

Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 136

USB Connection Precautions 141

Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 141

USB Connection Precautions 145

Operations You Can Perform from Your

Computer .................................................................. 145

Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a

Computer .................................................................. 146

Memory Data ............................................................ 147

DCF Protocol 147 Memory Directory Structure 147 Image Files Supported by the Camera 149 Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions 149

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150 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER

Using the Album Feature ......................................... 150

Creating an album 150 Selecting an Album Layout 151 Configuring Detailed Album Settings 152 Viewing Album Files 154 Saving an Album 157

Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 157

About the bundled CD-ROM 157 Computer System Requirements 158

Installing Software from the CD-ROM

in Windows ............................................................... 159

Getting Started 159 Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File 160 Installing an Application 160 Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 161 User Registration 161 Exiting the Menu Application 161

Installing Software from the CD-ROM on

a Macintosh .............................................................. 162

Installing Software 162 Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 163

164 APPENDIX

Menu Reference ....................................................... 164

Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 166

REC mode 167 PLAY mode 168 USB Cradle Indicator Lamps 168

Troubleshooting Guide............................................. 169

Display Messages 172

Specifications ........................................................... 173

Main Specifications 173

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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-Z4U.

• 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 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

• 4.0 million Effective Pixels A high-resolution megapixel CCD provides 4.0 million effective pixels (4.23 million total pixels) for images that print beautifully.

• 2.0-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen

• 12X seamless zoom 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom

• 10MB Flash memory Images can be recorded without using a memory card.

• Multi Auto Focus 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 This feature lets you lock the focus point and ensures that you do not miss that special moment when it happens.

• 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, or an audio file to play 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.

• 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.

• Selectable Sound Settings 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) 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.

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• 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. 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-Z4U.

All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the camera” refer to the CASIO EX-Z4U 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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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 172). 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).

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

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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 40 for details.)

REC

SET

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].

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

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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1200

1600

NORMAL

1 / 1000

F2.6

To record an image

Green operation lamp

Press the power button to turn on the camera.

Align the mode selector with “REC”.

Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor

REC

SET

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 43 for details.)

1600

0303/1212/24

Focus frame

NORMAL

1 / 1000

To view a recorded image

(See page 85 for details.)

1200

F2.6

REC

SET

Press the power button to turn on the camera.

Align the mode selector with “PLAY”.

Use [] and [] to scroll through the images.

QUICK START GUIDE

To delete an image

(See page 103 for details.)

REC

SET

3, 4, 5, 6

Press the power button to turn on the camera.

Align the mode selector with “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-Z4U Digital Camera

The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 44)

The NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery

The optionally available CASIO BC-10L 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 130.

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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 Self-timer lamp 5 Microphone 6 Lens

■ Back

E N

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7 Viewfinder

8 Operation lamp 9 Mode selector 0 [MENU] button A Zoom button B Strap ring C [SET] button D [왖][왔][왗][왘] E [DISP] button F Monitor Screen G Speaker

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H IJ

■ Bottom

H Battery compartment cover I Connector J Tripod screw hole

* Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.

K Stopper L Battery compartment M Memory card slot

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 136)

• Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow

feature (page 97).

■ Front

1 Camera connector 2 [USB] lamp 3 [USB] button

CHA

4 [CHARGE] lamp 5 [PHOTO] button

■ Back

6 [DC IN 5.3V]

(AC adaptor connector)

7 [USB]

(USB port)

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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

2 Focus Mode indicator

3 White balance indicator

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.

None Auto Focus

Macro Pan Focus Infinity Manual Focus

None Auto

Sunlight Shade Light Bulb Fluorescent Manual

Self-timer

None 1-Image

Self-timer 10 sec

Self-timer 2 sec

Triple self-timer

5 REC modes

6 Memory capacity

7 Image size

8 Quality

Snapshot BESTSHOT Snapshot Audio Voice Recording

(Remaining number of storable images)

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

640 ҂ 480 pixels

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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 Snapshot Audio Voice Recording

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

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

640 ҂ 480 pixels

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.

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

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

Histogram

(page 78)

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 166.

Self-timer lamp Green operation lamp

PLA

Red operation lamp

[USB] lamp

CHA

[CHARGE] lamp

REC

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SET

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Attaching the Strap

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

REC

SET

REC

SET

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-20).

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.

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

Stopper

Arrow marks

NP-20

• 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-20 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).

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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.

Extend the prongs of the AC adaptor, and then plug it into a household power outlet.

AC Adaptor

[DC IN 5.3V]

USB cradle

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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

PHOTO

CHARGE

has started. When charging is complete, the [CHARGE] lamp

[CHARGE] lamp

will turn green.

After charging is complete, remove the camera from the USB cradle.

IMPORTANT!

• It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge. Actual charging time depends on current battery

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capacity and charging conditions.

• Use only the USB cradle (CA-21A) that comes with the camera, the optionally available USB cradle (CA-

21), or the optionally available charger unit (BC-10L) to charge the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery. Never use any other charging device.

• Use only the bundled AC adaptor. Never use any

USB

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.

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• 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.

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.

■ If the camera works normally

Continue using the camera until the current charge is used up, and then charge the battery.

■ If the camera does not work normally

This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is loaded.

Remove the battery from the camera and check the battery contacts for dirt. If the contacts are dirty, wipe them clean with a dry cloth.

Check to make sure that the AC adaptor’s power cord is connected securely to the power outlet and USB cradle.

• If the same symptoms occur again when you place the camera on the USB cradle after taking the above steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center.

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