Attaching the Strap .................................................... 28
Power Requirements .................................................. 29
Loading and Removing the Rechargeable Battery29
To charge the battery31
Power Supply Precautions36
Turning the Camera On and Off39
Configuring Power Saving Settings41
Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 42
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 44
To configure display language and clock settings45
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48BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Recording an Image ................................................... 48
Specifying the Recording Mode48
Aiming the Camera49
Recording an Image50
Using the Optical Viewfinder...................................... 54
Using Zoom ................................................................ 55
Optical Zoom55
Digital Zoom57
Using the Flash .......................................................... 59
Flash Unit Status60
Changing the Flash Intensity Setting61
Using Flash Assist61
Using the Self-timer ................................................... 63
Adding Audio to a Snapshot94
Recording Your Voice95
Using the Histogram ................................................... 97
REC Mode Camera Settings...................................... 99
Specifying ISO Sensitivity100
Specifying Outline Sharpness101
Specifying Color Saturation101
Specifying Contrast102
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off102
Turning Image Review On and Off103
Using Icon Help103
Assigning Functions to the [왗] and [왘] Keys104
Specifying Power On Default Settings105
Resetting the Camera107
To protect a single file128
To protect all files in memory129
Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 129
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder129
To display a file in the FAVORITE folder131
To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder132
To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder132
Memory Data ............................................................ 172
DCF Protocol172
Memory Folder Structure172
Image Files Supported by the Camera174
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175 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER
Using the Album Feature ......................................... 175
Creating an album175
Selecting an Album Layout177
Configuring Detailed Album Settings177
Viewing Album Files180
Saving an Album182
To delete an album183
Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 183
About the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera
Software)183
Computer System Requirements185
Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows ...
Getting Started187
Selecting a Language187
Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File187
Installing an Application188
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)188
User Registration189
Exiting the Menu Application189
Installing Software from the
CD-ROM on a Macintosh ......................................... 189
Installing Software189
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)190
186
192 APPENDIX
Menu Reference ....................................................... 192
• 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-Z50.
• 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, 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).
• 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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INTRODUCTION
■ 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
• 5 million effective pixels
The CCD provides 5.25 million total pixels of very highresolution for crisp, clear, prints and display images.
• 2.0-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen
• Long battery life
A low-power design combines with a large-capacity
battery to provide more recording and playback between
charges.
• 9.3MB flash memory
Images can be recorded without using a memory card.
• REC mode or PLAY mode power up (page 39)
Press [] (REC) or [] (PLAY) to turn on the camera
and enter the mode you want to use.
• Multi Auto Focus (page 70)
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.
• Pan Focus (page 72)
This feature lets you lock the focus point.
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INTRODUCTION
• Auto Pan Focus (page 69)
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.
• Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia
Cards) for memory expansion (page 146)
• Bundled with a USB Cradle (pages 31, 119, 156, 160)
The bundled USB cradle can be used to charge the
camera’s battery, and to transfer images to a computer. A
Photo Stand feature lets you view images while the
camera is on the cradle.
• BESTSHOT (page 81)
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.
• Business Shot (page 89)
Business Shot automatically corrects rectangular shapes
when recording the image of a business card, document,
whiteboard, or similar subjects from an angle.
• Coupling Shot and Pre-shot (pages 85, 87)
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.
• Triple Self-timer (page 63)
The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times,
automatically.
• Real-time histogram (page 97)
An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you
view the effect on overall image brightness.
• World Time (page 141)
A simple operation sets the current time for your current
location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time
zones.
• Alarm (page 137)
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.
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INTRODUCTION
• Album Function (page 175)
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 116)
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.
• Audio Snapshot Mode (page 94)
Use this mode to record snapshots that also include
audio.
• Movie + Audio Mode (page 91)
• Voice Recording (page 95)
Quick and easy recording of voice input.
• After Recording (page 122)
Use this mode to add audio to snapshots after you record
them.
• Selectable Sound Settings (page 133)
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.
• DCF Data Storage (page 172)
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage
protocol provides image compatibility between the digital
camera and printers.
• Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 153)
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
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.
III
Compatible (page 159)
III
III
reads this data and
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INTRODUCTION
• USB DIRECT-PRINT and PictBridge support (page 156)
Connect directly to a USB DIRECT-PRINT or PictBridge
compatible printer and you can print images without going
through a computer.
• Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands (page 184)
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-Z50.
All references in this manual to “camera” refer to the
CASIO EX-Z50 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 risk 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 risk of accident.
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INTRODUCTION
• 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 risk 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 risk 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 risk 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 risk 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
area where its use is prohibited. Doing so creates the risk
of accident.
• Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can
cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Always
keep backup copies of data by transferring them to
personal computer memory.
• Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor
from the camera, or unplug the AC adaptor from the wall
socket while an image is being recorded. 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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INTRODUCTION
■ 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 16).
■ 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
green 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 202). 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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INTRODUCTION
■ Condensation
• When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or
otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature,
there is the possibility that condensation can form on the
exterior or on interior components. Condensation can
cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid
exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.
• To keep condensation from forming, place the camera
into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is
much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave
it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a
chance to reach the same temperature as the new
location. If condensation does form, remove the battery
from the camera and leave the battery cover open for a
few hours.
■ Lens
• Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of
the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause
malfunction.
• Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can
interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the
lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles
from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them
off. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens
cloth.
■ 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.
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QUICK START GUIDE
QUICK START GUIDE
First, charge the battery!
1.
Load the battery into the camera
(page 29).
1
Stopper
2
2.
Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the
battery (page 31).
• 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.
1 Inlet Type
2
3
○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○
1 Plug-in Type
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[CHARGE] lamp
Charging: Lights red
Charging Complete: Lights green
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 44 for details.
1
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
1.
Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2.
Press [왖] 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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QUICK START GUIDE
1200
1600
NORMAL
10
04/1212
24
12
58
1 / 1000
F2.6
To record an image
Green
operation lamp
1
6
Snapshot mode icon
Focus frame
1.
Press [] (REC).
2.
Press [MENU].
See page 48 for details.
7
2
3,4,5
10
1200
1600
NORMAL
IN
1 / 1000
F2.6
04/
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:
58
12
○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○
3.
Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “REC” tab.
4.
Use [왖] and [왔] to select “REC Mode”, and then
press [왘].
5.
Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ Snapshot”, and then
press [SET].
• This causes “” (Snapshot mode) to appear on the monitor
screen.
6.
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 proper focus is achieved, the focus frame turns green
and the green operation lamp lights.
7.
Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter
button all the way down.
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QUICK START GUIDE
To view a recorded image
See page 108 for details.
1
2
1.
Press [] (PLAY).
2.
Use [왗] and [왘] to scroll through the
images.
To delete an image
See page 125 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”
“battery”
“charger”
Means this:
The CASIO EX-Z50 Digital
Camera
The location where the
camera is currently storing
images you record (page 50)
The NP-40 Rechargeable
Lithium Ion Battery
The optionally available CASIO
BC-30L rapid charger
This term as used in this
manual:
“digital noise”
“a REC mode”
Means this:
Tiny flecks or “snow” in a
recorded image or on the
monitor screen, which makes
the image look grainy.
The currently selected
recording mode (Snapshot,
BESTSHOT, Movie, Voice
Recording, Audio Snapshot)
■ 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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GETTING READY
■ 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 172.
General Guide
The following illustrations show the names of each
component, button, and switch on the camera.
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
G
F
56
34211 Flash mode indicator
(page 59)
7
8
9
0
A
B
C
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
button is pressed half way.
2 Focus mode indicator
DE
(page 68)
None Auto Focus
Macro
Pan Focus
Infinity
Manual Focus
24
3 White balance indicator
(page 78)
None Auto
Daylight
Cloudy
Shade
Fluorescent 1
1
Fluorescent 2
2
Tungsten
Manual
4 Self-timer (page 63)
None 1-Image
Self-timer 10 sec
10
s
Self-timer 2 sec
2
s
Triple self-timer
x3
5 REC modes (page 48)
Snapshot
BESTSHOT
Movie
Audio Snapshot
Voice Recording
6 Memory capacity
(pages 52, 91, 204)
(Remaining number of storable
images)
Movie Recording: Remaining
recording time
for data storage.
Memory card selected for
data storage.
(page 146)
0 Shutter speed value
(page 52)
• An out of range aperture or
shutter speed causes the
corresponding monitor screen
value to turn amber.
A Aperture value (page 52)
B ISO sensitivity
(page 100)
C Date and time
(page 139)
D EV value (page 76)
E Battery capacity
(page 35)
F Histogram (page 97)
G Focus frame
(page 51)
• Focusing complete: Green
• Focusing failed: Red
NOTE
• Changing the setting of any one of the following
functions will cause Icon Help (page 103) text to
appear on the monitor screen. You can turn off Icon
Help if you want (page 103).
Flash mode, Focus mode, White balance, Self-timer,
REC mode
■ PLAY Mode
F
E
1 PLAY mode file type
(page 108)
Snapshot
Movie
Audio Snapshot
Voice Recording
2 Image protection
indicator (page 128)
3 Folder number/File
number (page 127)
Example : When a file named
CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a
folder named 100CASIO
for data storage.
Memory card selected for
data storage.
(page 146)
GETTING READY
7 Shutter speed value
8 Aperture value
9 ISO sensitivity
(page 100)
0 Date and time
(page 139)
A White balance indicator
(page 78)
Auto
AWB
Daylight
Cloudy
Shade
Fluorescent 1
1
Fluorescent 2
2
Tungsten
Manual
B Flash mode indicator
(page 59)
Flash On
Flash Off
Red-eye reduction
C REC modes (page 48)
Snapshot
BESTSHOT
D Battery capacity
(page 35)
E Histogram (page 97)
F EV value (page 76)
IMPORTANT!
• Some information may not display properly if you
display an image that was recorded using a different
digital camera model.
Changing the Contents of the Monitor
Screen
Each press of the [DISP] button changes the contents of
the monitor screen as shown below.
■ REC Modes
Indicators onHistogram on
Indicators offMonitor screen off
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GETTING READY
■ PLAY Mode
Indicators onHistogram/Details on
Indicators off
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.
• Pressing [DISP] will not change monitor screen
contents during movie recording, or during standby
or recording of an audio snapshot.
• Pressing [DISP] in the Voice Recording REC mode
toggles the monitor screen on (“indicators on”) and
off. While a Voice Recording file is displayed in the
PLAY mode, pressing [DISP] toggles between
“indicators on” and “indicators off”.
• When playing back the contents of a Voice
Recording file while "indicators off" is selected (Voice
Recording file icon only on the monitor screen), the
monitor screen will go black about two seconds after
you press [SET] to start playback. The Voice
Recording file icon (indicators off) will reappear after
playback is complete.
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GETTING READY
Attaching the Strap
Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the
illustration.
Strap ring
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.
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GETTING READY
Power Requirements
Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion
battery (NP-40).
Loading and Removing the
Rechargeable Battery
■ To load the battery
1.
Slide the battery cover in the direction
indicated by the arrow, and then swing it
open.
2.
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.
Stopper
(–) marks
(–) mark
• Push the bottom of the battery, and make sure that
the stopper securely locks the battery in place.
NP-40
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GETTING READY
3.
Swing the battery 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 31).
■ To remove the battery
1.
Open the battery cover.
2.
Pull the stopper in the direction indicated by
the arrow.
• This will cause the battery to come part way out of
the slot.
Stopper
3.
Release the stopper and pull the battery from
the camera.
• Take care so you do not drop the battery.
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