Casio PV-R4, QV-R3, QV-R4 User Manual
Digital Camera
QV-R3/QV-R4
User’s Guide
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Thank you for purchasing this CASIO Product.
Before using it, be sure to read the precautions
contained in this User’s Guide, and keep the
User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference.
QV-R4
All the illustrations in this manual show the
QV-R4. See the text that accompanies the
illustrations for information about how the
QV-R3 and QV-R4 differ from each other.
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INTRODUCTION
Unpacking
Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer
as soon as possible.
Camera Rechargeable lithium ion battery
(NP-30)
Strap CD-ROM Special USB Cable User’s Guide
Charger Unit (BC-20)
CHARGE
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Contents
2 INTRODUCTION
Unpacking .................................................................... 2
Contents ....................................................................... 3
Features ....................................................................... 8
Precautions .................................................................. 9
General Precautions 9
Data Error Precautions 11
Operating conditions 11
Condensation 12
LED Backlight 12
Lens 12
Other 12
14 QUICK START GUIDE
Getting Ready ............................................................ 14
To record an image .................................................... 14
To view a recorded image .......................................... 15
To delete an image..................................................... 15
16 GETTING READY
General Guide ............................................................ 16
Front 16
Bottom 16
Back 17
Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 18
Recording Mode 18
Play Mode 19
Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 20
Indicator Lamps.......................................................... 20
Attaching the Strap .................................................... 21
Using the Soft Case (Option)..................................... 21
Power Requirements ................................................. 23
Using the Charger Unit 23
To load the battery into the camera 25
Battery Life 26
Power Supply Precautions 28
Using AC Power 31
Turning the Camera On and Off 32
Configuring Power Saving Settings 33
Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 34
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings... 36
38 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Recording an Image................................................... 38
Recording Precautions 40
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Recording Consecutive Images
(Continuous Shutter Mode)........................................ 59
Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image
(Coupling Shot) .......................................................... 60
Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background
Image (Pre-shot) ........................................................ 62
Using the Best Shot Mode ......................................... 64
Creating Your Own Best Shot Setup 65
Using the Night Scene Mode ..................................... 67
Shooting with Manual Exposure ................................ 67
Using the Movie Mode ............................................... 69
Shooting at Fixed Intervals ........................................ 70
Adjusting the White Balance...................................... 72
Adjusting White Balance Manually 73
Selecting the Metering Mode ..................................... 74
Using the Histogram .................................................. 75
Recording Mode Settings .......................................... 76
Specifying Sensitivity 77
Enhancing Specific Colors 77
Using the Filter Function 78
Specifying Color Saturation 78
Specifying Contrast 79
Specifying Outline Sharpness 79
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off 80
Specifying Power On Default Settings 80
Resetting the Camera 81
About Auto Focus 41
About the Recording Mode Monitor Screen 41
Previewing the Last Image Recorded ....................... 42
Deleting an Image in a Recording Mode 42
Using the Optical Viewfinder...................................... 43
Adjusting the View of the Optical Viewfinder 43
Using Zoom ................................................................ 44
Optical Zoom 44
Digital Zoom 45
Using the Flash .......................................................... 46
Flash Unit Status 47
Changing the Flash Intensity Setting 48
Flash Precautions 48
Using the Self-timer ................................................... 49
Specifying Image Size and Quality............................ 51
To specify the image size 51
To specify the image quality 52
53 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 53
Using Auto Focus 53
Using the Macro Mode 54
Using the Infinity Mode 55
Using Manual Focus 55
Using Focus Lock 57
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift)........................... 58
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PRINT Image Matching II ................................................95
Exif Print ..................................................................... 95
96 OTHER SETTINGS
Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation
Method........................................................................ 96
Turning the Key Tone On and Off .............................. 96
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ............. 97
Using the Alarm.......................................................... 97
To set an alarm 97
Stopping the Alarm 98
Changing the Date and Time Setting ........................ 99
Changing the Date Format 99
Using World Time..................................................... 100
To switch between the home time and
World Time screens 100
To configure World Time settings 100
To configure summer time (DST) settings 101
Changing the Display Language ............................. 102
Formatting Built-in Memory...................................... 103
82 PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation.......................................... 82
Zooming the Displayed Image ................................... 83
Resizing an Image ..................................................... 84
Cropping an Image..................................................... 85
Playing a Movie.......................................................... 86
Displaying the 9-image View ..................................... 87
Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View 88
89 DELETING FILES
Deleting a Single File ................................................. 89
Deleting All Files ........................................................ 90
91 FILE MANAGEMENT
Folders ....................................................................... 91
Memory Folders and Files 91
Protecting Files .......................................................... 92
To protect and unprotect a single file 92
To protect all files in memory 92
DPOF.......................................................................... 93
To configure print settings for a single image 93
To configure print settings for all images 94
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104 USING A MEMORY CARD
Using a Memory Card .............................................. 105
To insert a memory card into the camera 105
To remove a memory card from the camera 105
Formatting a Memory Card 106
Memory Card Precautions 107
Copying Files ........................................................... 107
To copy all the files in built-in memory to a
memory card 107
To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory 108
110 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER
Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ................110
About the bundled CD-ROM.....................................110
Computer System Requirements.............................. 111
Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows ....112
Getting Started 112
Selecting a Language 112
Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File 113
Installing an Application 113
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 114
Exiting the Menu Application 114
Installing Software from the CD-ROM
on a Macintosh..........................................................114
Installing Software 114
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 117
Transferring Files to a Computer..............................118
Transferring Files Over a USB Connection 118
Transferring Files Using a Memory Card 120
Memory Data 121
Memory Directory Structure 122
Supported Image Files 123
Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions 123
Using the Album Feature ......................................... 124
Creating an album 124
Selecting an Album Layout 125
Configuring Detailed Album Settings 126
Viewing Album Files 128
Saving an Album 130
131 APPENDIX
Menu Reference....................................................... 131
Recording Mode Menu 131
PLAY Mode Menu 132
Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 133
Recording Mode 133
Play Mode 134
Charger Unit 135
Troubleshooting Guide............................................. 136
Display Messages 139
Specifications ........................................................... 140
Main Specifications 140
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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 QV-R3/QV-R4.
• 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 regis-
tered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
• MultiMediaCardTM is a trademark of Infineon Tech-
nologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the
MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA).
• Acrobat and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe
Systems Incorporated.
• The USB driver (mass storage) uses Phoenix Technologies Ltd. software.
Compatibility Software Copyright C 1997
Phoenix Technologies Ltd., All Rights Reserved.
• 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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Features
• High-resolution primary color CCD
Everything from rich skin tones in portraits to fine details in
scenery shots come out with amazingly realistic clarity.
• Effective Pixels
QV-R3: 3.20 million pixels (3.34 million total pixels)
QV-R4: 4.00 million pixels (4.13 million total pixels)
• 1.6-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen
• 9.6X seamless zoom
3X optical zoom, 3.2X digital zoom
• 11MB flash memory
Images can be recorded without using a memory card.
• Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia
Cards) for memory expansion
• 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 include you and your friend, even if you are the only
two people around.
• Triple Self-timer Mode
The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times, automatically.
• Best Shot
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.
• 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 even have a specific image appear on the monitor
screen when the alarm time is reached.
• Album Function
HTML files are generated automatically to create an album
of recorded images. Album contents can be viewed and
printed using a standard Web browser. Images can also be
incorporated into Web pages quickly and easily.
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Precautions
General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the QV-R3/QV-R4.
All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the camera” refer to the CASIO QV-R3/QV-R4 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 CASIO 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.
• 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, especially with young children. When using the flash, the camera should be at least
one meter from the eyes of the subject.
• Easy Image Transfer
Transfer images to a computer simply by connecting the
camera with a USB cable.
• Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands
Your camera comes bundled with the latest version of
Photo Loader, the popular application that automatically
loads images from your camera to your PC. Also included
is Photohands, an application that makes image retouching quick and easy.
• 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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• 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 power off, unplug the AC adaptor from the
power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
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 power off and unplug
the AC adaptor from the power outlet. 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 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 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 power off, unplug the AC adaptor from the
power outlet, and contact your nearest CASIO service center.
• Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other
areas where its use is prohibited. Doing so can result in an
accident.
• Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can
cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Be sure
to always keep backup copies of data by transferring them
to personal computer memory.
• Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor
from the camera or unplug it 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 camera memory.
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Operating conditions
• This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• 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
Data Error Precautions
• Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital
components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in camera memory.
— Removing the battery while image recording or data
communication is in progress.
— Removing a memory card while image recording is in
progress.
— Removing the battery, removing the memory card, or
connecting the USB cable while the green operation
lamp is still flashing after you turn off the camera.
— Disconnecting the USB cable that connects the camera
to a computer, while a data communication operation is
being performed.
— Using a battery that is low.
— Other abnormal operations.
Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to
appear on the monitor screen (page 139). Follow the instructions provided by the message to correct the situation.
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LED Backlight
• The monitor screen is illuminated by an LED backlight. A
dark monitor screen indicates that the LED backlight has
reached the end of its service life, and needs to be replaced by a CASIO service center. Note that you will be
charged for LED backlight replacement. The LED backlight
brightness is reduced by half after about 1,000 hours of
use.
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.
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.
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GUIDELINES LAID DOWN BY FCC RULES FOR USE OF
THIS UNIT IN THE U.S.A. (not applicable to other areas).
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B peripheral, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
QV-R3/QV-R4
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: QV-R3/QV-R4
Trade Name: CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.
Responsible party: CASIO INC.
Address: 570 MT. PLEASANT AVENUE,
DOVER,NEW JERSEY 07801
Telephone number: 973-361-5400
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
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QUICK START GUIDE
Getting Ready
C
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E
To record an image
(See page 38 for details.)
1.
Attach the battery to the charger unit, and then
charge it (page 23).
• It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge.
2.
Load the battery into the camera (page 25).
3.
Configure screen message language, home
time zone, and current time settings (page 36).
MF
DPOF
PREVIEW
MENU
DISP
SET
ON/OF
F
1
4
2
3
1.
Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2.
Align the mode dial with (Snapshot Mode).
3.
Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor screen or viewfinder to compose the image, and then press the shutter release button
half way.
4.
Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter release button the rest of the way down.
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To view a recorded image
(See page 82 for details.)
MF
D
P
O
F
PREVIEW
MENU
DISP
SET
ON/OF
F
1
2
3
To delete an image
(See page 89 for details.)
MF
D
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F
PR
E
V
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W
MEN
U
DISP
SET
ON/OF
F
1
3
2
4, 5
6
1.
Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2.
Align the mode dial with (Play Mode).
3.
Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the images.
1.
Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2.
Align the mode dial with (Play Mode).
3.
Press .
4.
Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want to
delete.
5.
Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Delete.”
• To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select “Cancel.”
6.
Press SET to delete the image.
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GETTING READY
This section contains about things you need to know about and do before trying to use the camera.
General Guide
The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera.
1 Zoom controller
2 Shutter release button
3 Power button
4 Self-timer lamp
5 Flash
6 AF assist lamp
7 Lens
8 Terminal panel cover
9 USB port
0 DC IN 4.5V terminal
O
N
/O
F
F
7 6
1
2
3
4
5
9
8
0
Front
A B
Bottom
Open Terminal Panel Cover
A Battery compart-
ment cover
B Tripod screw hole
* Use this hole
when attaching
to a tripod.
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Back
MF
D
P
O
F
PR
E
V
I
E
W
MEN
U
D
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SP
SET
ON/OF
F
K
F
C
D
E
L
O
M
Q
G
H
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N
J
P
C Monitor Screen
D Viewfinder
E Diopter slider
F Operation lamp
G / DPOF (Self-timer/Continuous Shutter/DPOF) button
H (Flash/Delete) button
I MF (Macro/Infinity/Manual Focus/Protect) button
J PREVIEW (Preview/Album) button
K Mode dial
: Play Mode
: Snapshot Mode
: Best Shot Mode
: Coupling Shot Mode
: Night Scene Mode
M : Manual Exposure Mode
: Movie Mode
: Interval Mode
L
[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]
M SET button
N MENU button
O DISP button
P Strap ring
Q Memory card slot cover
Recording modes
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Monitor Screen Contents
The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status.
Recording Mode
Quality
FINE
NORMAL
ECONOMY
Battery capacity
Image size
2304 ҂ 1712 pixels (QV-R4)
2240 ҂ 1680 pixels (QV-R4)
2048 ҂ 1536 pixels (QV-R3)
1600 ҂ 1200 pixels
1280 ҂ 960 pixels
640 ҂ 480 pixels
Movie Recording: recording time (seconds)
Date and timeEV value
Memory capacity
(Remaining number
of storable images)
Built-in memory selected for
data storage.
Memory card selected for
data storage.
Focus Mode indicator
None Auto Focus
Macro
Infinity
Manual Focus
Self-timer/Continuous
None 1-Image
10
s
Self-timer 10 sec
2
s
Self-timer 2 sec
x3
Triple self-timer
Continuous Shutter indicator
Focus frame
• Focusing complete: Lights green
• Focusing failed: Lights red
Recording Mode
Play Mode
Snapshot
Best Shot
Coupling Shot
Night Scene
Manual Exposure
Movie
Interval
Recording modes
Manual focus position
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Folder number/
File number
Quality
FINE
NORMAL
ECONOMY
Battery capacity
Image size
2304 ҂ 1712 pixels (QV-R4)
2240 ҂ 1680 pixels (QV-R4)
2048 ҂ 1536 pixels (QV-R3)
1600 ҂ 1200 pixels
1280 ҂ 960 pixels
640 ҂ 480 pixels
Date and time
Image protection
indicator
Built-in memory selected
for data storage.
Memory card selected
for data storage.
Play Mode
Flash Mode indicator
None Auto
Flash Off
Flash On
Red-eye reduction
• When auto flash is selected,
the flash indicator appears
when the shutter button is
pressed half way to indicate
that the flash will fire.
White balance
indicator
None Auto
Sunlight
Shade
Light Bulb
Fluorescent
Manual
Zoom indicator
Left side indicates optical zoom.
Right side indicates digital zoom.
Aperture value
Shutter speed
value
• An out of range
aperture or shutter
speed causes the
corresponding
monitor screen
value to turn amber.
Metering Mode indicator
Multi-pattern Metering
Center-weighted Metering
Spot Metering
Digital zoom indicator
Movie
record
indicator
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Indicators
on
(page 18)
Histogram
on
(page 75)
Indicators
off
Monitor
screen off
*
Indicator Lamps
The color and condition (lit, unlit, flashing) of the indicator
lamps keep you informed about the current status of the
camera. For details, see “Indicator Lamp Reference” on
page 133.
Self-timer lamp
Changing the Contents of the Monitor
Screen
Each press of the DISP button changes the contents of the
monitor screen as shown below.
Green operation lamp
Red operation lamp
* You cannot turn off the monitor screen in the Play Mode.
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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 application.
• Never swing the camera around by the strap.
MF
D
P
O
F
PREVIEW
MENU
DISP
SET
ON/OF
F
Using the Soft Case (Option)
We recommend that you keep the camera in the optional soft
case when it is not in use.
Attach the strap of the soft case to the ring as shown in the
illustration.
Soft case : QSC-4
Ring
Use the buckle on the soft case strap to adjust its length.
Buckle
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IMPORTANT!
• Use the soft case for storage of this camera, and its
battery and memory card only.
• The strap that comes with the soft case is intended for
use with the soft case only. Never use it for any other
purpose.
• Never swing the camera around by the soft case
strap.
• Wearing the soft case strap around your neck and allowing the camera to swing freely creates the risk of
accident and personal injury caused by impact from
the camera, by the camera becoming caught in a
door, etc.
• Keep this camera out of the reach of small children.
Children handling the camera creates the risk of serious accident should the soft case strap accidentally
become wound around the neck.
Belt loop
• You can attach the
bag to your belt.
Snap
• Fastening the snap keeps
the memory card and
battery from falling out.
Includes space
for storage of an
extra battery.
Includes space
for storage of an
extra memory
card.
Insert the camera with
the monitor screen
facing downwards.
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Power Requirements
Your camera can operate on either battery power or AC
power.
• Battery
One NP-30 rechargeable lithium ion battery
The battery is not charged when you purchase the
camera. You need to charge the battery before using
the camera for the first time.
• Household AC Power
AC Adaptor: AD-C40 (Option)
Using the Charger Unit
■ Charger Unit General Guide
C
H
AR
G
E
PUSH
Contacts
CHARGE
lamp
Power plug
*
■ Attaching the Battery to the Charger Unit
Making sure that the positive and negative contacts are
aligned correctly, affix the battery to the charger unit. Note
that the battery will not charge properly if it is not positioned
correctly on the charger unit.
CHARGE
* The shape of the power plug on the charger unit that comes with the
camera depends on the geographic area where you purchase it.
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■ To charge the battery
1.
Positioning the positive and negative terminals of the battery as shown in the illustration,
attach the battery to the charger unit.
• Plug the charger unit into a household power outlet.
2.
The CHARGE lamp on
the charger unit
should turn red,
indicating that
charging has started.
3.
Charging is complete when CHARGE lamp
turns green. Unplug the charger unit from the
power outlet, and then remove the battery from
the charger unit.
IMPORTANT!
• It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge. Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions.
• Use only the charger unit (BC-20) that comes with the
camera to charge the special rechargeable lithium ion
battery (NP-30). Never use any other charger device.
• Charging may not start immediately if you have just
finished using the camera or if you are trying to charge
the battery where it is very hot or very cold. This condition is indicated when the CHARGE lamp is flashing at
slow speed. If this happens, simply move the battery
to an area where temperature is more moderate
(around 25°C (77°F)). The CHARGE lamp will turn red
and charging will start when the battery temperature
returns to the allowable charging temperature range.
• The CHARGE lamp flashes red at high speed during
charging if the battery is not attached to the charger
unit properly. Try removing it and then re-attaching the
battery. If this does not correct the problem, it can
mean there is something wrong with the charger unit
or battery.
• If the charger unit contacts or battery terminals become dirty, wipe them clean with a cloth or cotton
swab.
• Even though it looks removable, never try to remove
the power plug from the charger unit.
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To load the battery into the camera
1.
Slide the battery
cover on the side of
the camera in the
direction indicated by
the arrow and then
swing it open.
2.
Slide the stopper in
the direction indicated by the arrow in
the illustration and
hold it.
3.
Orienting the battery
so the contacts
markings on the side
of the battery are in
the same order, from
left to right, as the
markings on the
inside of the battery
cover, slide the
battery into the
battery slot.
■ Optionally Available Battery
You can purchase additional NP-30 rechargeable lithium ion
battery for use this with camera as required.
Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery: NP-30
• When an extra battery is not in use, keep it in the storage
case that comes with each battery.
• Storing a battery with its terminals exposed creates the risk
of shorting.
• If you are using only one battery, you should normally keep
it loaded in the camera during transport. The battery that is
bundled with the camera does not come with a storage
case.
■ Inserting a Battery into Its Storage Case
Contacts
Stopper
Contacts
markings
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4.
Swing the battery
cover up and then
slide it closed as you
press down at the
point indicated by the
arrow in the illustration.
IMPORTANT!
• Use only the special NP-30 rechargeable lithium ion
battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of
battery is not supported.
NOTE
• To remove the battery from the camera, open the battery cover and hold the stopper so it does not stop the
battery. Taking care to keep the battery from suddenly
falling, angle the bottom of the camera downwards
until the battery starts to come out. Next, pull the battery out the rest of the way.
Battery Life
■ Battery Life Guidelines
The battery life guideline values given below indicate the
amount of time at standard temperature (25°C (77°F)) until
power automatically turns off due to battery failure. They do
not guarantee that the battery will provide the amount of service indicated. Low temperatures and continued use reduce
battery life.
*1 Continuous Recording Conditions
• Normal temperature: 25°C (77°F)
• Flash: Off
• Monitor screen: On
• Image recorded about every 10 seconds using the following operations: Zoom to full wide angle Auto Focus Zoom to full close-up Auto Focus Image
recording
*2 Continuous Playback Conditions
• Normal temperature: 25°C (77°F)
• Scroll one image about every 10 seconds
Operation
Continuous Recording*
1
Continuous Playback*
2
(Continuous Snapshot Recording)
Approximate Battery Life
QV-R3 120 minutes (720 shots)
QV-R4 110 minutes (660 shots)
QV-R3 220 minutes
QV-R4 220 minutes
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■ Tips to Make the Battery Last Longer
• If you do not need the flash while recording, select
(flash off) for the flash mode. See page 46 for more information.
• Enable the Auto Power Off and the Sleep features (page
33) to protect against wasting battery power when you forget to turn off the camera.
• Use the DISP button to turn off the monitor screen.
■ Low Battery Indicator
The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on
the monitor screen changes as battery power is used. If you
continue to use the camera while the battery level is ,
camera power will automatically turn off. When this happens,
charge the battery as soon as possible.
Battery Level High Low
Indicator
• Pressing the shutter release button while is displayed
immediately shuts off the camera.
• The above values are based a new battery starting from a
full charge. Repeated charging shortens battery life.
• Battery life is greatly affected by how much you use flash,
zoom and other functions, and how long you leave power
turned on.
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• Failure to observe any of the following precautions
while using the battery creates the risk of over-heating, fire, and explosion.
— Never use any other type of charger except the one
specially specified for the battery.
— Use this battery only with a product for which it is
expressly specified.
— Never use or leave the battery near open flame.
— Never place the battery in a microwave oven, throw
it into fire, or otherwise expose it to high heat.
— Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when it
is connected to the charger unit.
— Never carry or store the battery together with items
that can conduct electricity (necklaces, pencil lead,
etc.).
— Never try to take the battery apart, modify it in any
way, or expose it to strong impact.
— Do not immerse the battery in fresh water or salt
water.
— Do not use or leave the battery under direct sun-
light, in an automobile parked in the sun, or in any
other area subject to high temperatures.
• Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat
generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other
abnormal condition while using, charging, or storing a
battery, immediately remove it from the camera or
charger unit and keep it away from open flame.
Power Supply Precautions
■ Battery Handling Precautions
● SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Congratulations upon your selection on this CASIO Product.
Be sure to read the following Safety Precautions before trying to use it for the first time. Keep these safety precautions
and operating instructions on hand for future reference.
NOTE
• All mentions of “the battery” in the following precautions refer to the CASIO NP-30 Rechargeable Lithium
Ion Battery.
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● PRECAUTIONS DURING USE
• This battery is designed for use with a CASIO digital
camera only. See your camera’s Users Guide to find
out if it supports use of this battery.
• Use only the special charger unit to charge the battery. Never use any other type of charger unit for
charging.
• This battery initially not charged. Be sure to charge
the battery before using it for the first time.
• Use of a battery in cold environments shortens the
operating time you can expect on a full charge.
• Charge the battery in a location where the temperature is in the range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F).
Charging outside this temperature range can cause
charging to take longer than normal or even cause
charging to fail.
• Very limited operation following a fully charge indicates that the battery has reached the end of its service life. Replace the battery with a new one.
• If the battery does not achieve full charge after the
normal charging time has passed, stop charging. Continued charging creates the risk of overheating, fire,
and explosion.
• Battery fluid accidentally getting into your eyes can
damage your eyes. Immediately rinse your eyes with
clean tap water and then consult a physician.
• Be sure to read the User’s Guide that comes with the
camera and special charger unit before using or
charging the battery.
• If the battery is to be used by young children, make
sure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the
precautions and proper handling instructions as contained in the User’s Guide, and make sure that they
handle the battery correctly.
• Should fluid from the battery accidentally get onto
clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean
tap water. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can
cause skin irritation.
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■ Charger Unit Precautions
• Never plug the charger unit into an outlet whose voltage rating is different from that marked on the charger
unit. Doing so creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and
electric shock.
• Never plug in or unplug the charger unit while your
hands are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric
shock.
• Do not plug the charger unit into an outlet or extension
cord that is shared by other devices. Doing so creates
the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock.
• The charger unit becomes slightly warm during charging. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.
• Unplug the charger unit from the power outlet whenever you are not using it.
● BATTERY STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
• Make sure you remove the battery from your camera
when you do not plan to use the camera for a long
time. A battery left in the camera discharges very
small amounts of power even when camera power is
turned off, which can lead to a dead battery or a longer
charging time.
• Store the battery in a cool, dry place (20°C (68 °F) or
lower).
● USING THE BATTERY
• See the User’s Guide that comes with the special
charger unit and the digital camera for information
about charging procedures and charging time.
• When transporting a battery, keep it either loaded in
the digital camera or stored in its case.