Casio QV-2000UX-Ir User Manual

LCD Digital Camera
QV-2000UX/Ir
User s Guide
English

QUICK REFERENCE

The section provides a general outline of operational procedures.
Loading Batteries (page E-35)
1
On the bottom of the camera, slide the battery compartment cover lock towards the front of the camera ( the cover.
Grasping both sides of the battery compartment cover, swing it open (
22
2).
22
2
11
1) to release
11
21
2
Load batteries so their plus (+) and minus (–) ends are facing as shown in the illustration.
Close the battery compartment cover ( then slide the battery compartment cover lock towards the back of the camera to lock the cover in place (
22
2).
22
E-2
1
11
1), and
11
3
• Be sure to use the procedure on page E-41 to set the time and date before us­ing the camera for the first time.
• File name assign­ment and time stamping will not be performed cor­rectly if the time and date are wrong.
Recording Images (page E-43)
2
After composing the image on the monitor screen, press the shutter button about half way and hold it there.
• The camera’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image.
1
Slide open the lens cover.
• Sliding open the lens cover part way initially causes the flash to pop up.
Sliding it the rest of the way open
turns on camera power and allows the lens to extend from the camera body. Be sure to slide the lens cover open as far as it will go.
QUICK REFERENCE
3
After confirming that the Auto Focus operation is complete (the operation lamp lights green), press the shutter button.
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QUICK REFERENCE
Playing Back Images (page E-75)
2
Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the images stored in camera memory.
1
Press PLAY ON / OFF.
• This turns on power and displays recorded images on the monitor screen. Pressing PLAY ON/OFF in the Record Mode switches to the Playback Mode.
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Deleting Images (page E-88)
3
Use [ ] , [ ] , [ ] and [ ] to select “Delete”, and then press SET.
Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Select”, and then press SET.
Use [ ] and [ ] to select the image you want to delete. Next, press [ ] or [ ] to toggle the mark on (delete) or off (do not delete).
• Note that the first time you display an image its icon is turned on.
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Press SET.
2
Press MENU.
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Double check to make sure that you really want to delete the image you selected.
• Press MENU to exit the image delete operation.
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Press PLAY ON/OFF.

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations upon your selection of the QV-2000UX/Ir LCD Digital Camera. To get the most out of the QV-2000UX/Ir, be sure to carefully read this manual and follow the instructions contained in it.
CONTENTS
E-2
QUICK REFERENCE
E-9
FEATURES
E-14
PRECAUTIONS
E-18
UNPACKING
Attaching the Strap ..................................................E-19
Using the Soft Case.................................................E-20
E-21
GENERAL GUIDE
Lens ......................................................................... E-21
Top and Display .......................................................E-22
Side .........................................................................E-23
Bottom ..................................................................... E-23
E-26
MONITOR SCREEN
Recording Mode ...................................................... E-26
Indicator display.......................................................E-28
Playback Mode ........................................................E-28
Menu Screens .........................................................E-29
E-31
MEMORY CARDS
Inserting a Memory Card into the Camera...............E-31
Removing a Memory Card from the Camera...........E-32
Formatting a Memory Card......................................E-33
E-35
POWER SUPPLY
Loading Batteries.....................................................E-35
E-6
Using AC Power ...................................................... E-38
Power Save Settings ............................................... E-39
E-41
SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIME
Setting the Date and Time ....................................... E-41
Selecting the Date Format ....................................... E-42
E-43
RECORDING
Turning on Camera Power.......................................E-43
Turning Off Camera Power......................................E-43
Using the Shutter Button .........................................E-44
Basic Recording Operation......................................E-45
Using the Viewfinder for Recording .........................E-47
Using Focus Lock ....................................................E-48
Using the Flash........................................................E-49
Quality Settings .......................................................E-51
Exposure Compensation ......................................... E-52
E-54
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Using Quick Shutter.................................................E-54
Continuous Recording .............................................E-55
Using the Zoom Features ........................................E-56
Manual Focus ..........................................................E-57
Infinity Mode Recording ........................................... E-58
Using the Macro Mode ............................................E-58
Movie Recording......................................................E-59
Panorama Recording...............................................E-61
Night Scene Mode ...................................................E-62
Landscape Mode Recording....................................E-63
Monochrome and Sepia Recording .........................E-64
CONTENTS
Portrait Recording....................................................E-65
Using the Self-timer .................................................E-65
Shutter Speed Priority Image Recording .................E-66
Aperture Priority Image Recording .......................... E-67
Performing Manual White Balance ..........................E-68
Recording Mode Power On Settings ....................... E-69
Using the Record Menus .........................................E-71
E-75
PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation .......................................E-75
Playing Back a Movie .............................................. E-76
Panorama Playback ................................................E-77
Using Zoom ............................................................. E-78
Displaying Nine Images ........................................... E-79
Slide Show...............................................................E-80
Screen Saver ........................................................... E-81
Using the Playback Menus ......................................E-82
E-84
FOLDER TYPES
Memory Card Folder Precautions............................E-84
Selecting a Folder for Playback ............................... E-85
E-86
IMAGE PROTECTION
Protecting and Unprotecting a Single Image ...........E-86
Protecting and Unprotecting Folders .......................E-87
Protecting and Unprotecting
All Images on a Memory Card ............................ E-87
E-88
DELETING IMAGES
Deleting a Single Image ..........................................E-88
E-7
Deleting All the Images in a Folder..........................E-89
Deleting All Unprotected Images .............................E-90
E-91
DPOF
Printing Specific Images ..........................................E-91
Printing All the Images in a Folder...........................E-92
Printing All Images ...................................................E-93
E-94
CONNECTIONS
E-95
CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT
Connecting to a Television.......................................E-95
Connecting to a Computer.......................................E-96
E-99
INFRARED DATA TRANSFER
Receiving Data ........................................................ E-99
Sending Data ......................................................... E-100
E-102
USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTER
Setting Up to Access CompactFlash Card Contents
From Y our Computer .............................................E-102
Memory Card Data ................................................ E-103
Card Browser.........................................................E-105
E-111
TROUBLESHOOTING
E-115
MESSAGES
E-117
SPECIFICATIONS
CONTENTS
• 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-2000UX/Ir.
• 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.
• Windows and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
• COMPACTFLASH™ and logo are registered trade­marks of SanDisk Corporation.
• Other company, product and service names used herein may also be trademarks or service marks of others.
• The USB driver uses software by Phoenix Technologies Ltd. Compatibility Software Copyright C 1997 Phoenix Technologies Ltd., All Rights Reserved.
• IrDA communications use Phoenix Technologies Ltd. pro­tocol software. Compatibility Software Copyright C 1997 Phoenix Technologies Ltd., All Rights Reserved.
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FEATURES

FEATURES
Continuous recording (page E-55)
Continuous recording of high-quality images at 0.5-second in­tervals is just like have a motor drive on the camera.
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page E-91)
Images can be easily printed in the sequence you want using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used by pro­fessional print services when specifying images to produce prints.
DCF Data Storage (page E-103)
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage proto­col provides image inter-compatibility between the digital camera and printers.
Simple image management (page E-105)
Images are stored on a large-capacity CompactFlash memory card. A new Card Browser feature produces thumbnails of all images on a card quickly and easily.
E-9
FEATURES
Movie and panorama images (pages E-76, 77)
A buffer lets you capture images of events that occurred before you pressed the shutter button. A built-in function lets you combine up to nine images into breathtaking panoramas.
Easy-to-understand graphic interface (page E-26)
All camera operations can be performed on graphic based in­teractive menu screens. CASIO high-resolution HAST LCD makes screen images clearer and more colorful than ever be­fore.
CASIO original metering system
Light metering includes innovative multi-pattern metering.
Megapixel CCD
Images are recorded by a 2.11-megapixel CCD for amazing resolution and clarity. Some slight image noise may be caused when using slow shutter speeds.
E-10
Easy connection to other devices (page E-94)
USB, DIGITAL, and VIDEO OUT terminals provide easy con­nection to other devices.
TV
Desktop Computer
Notebook Computer
FEATURES
6X zoom is produced using 3X optical zoom together with 2X digital zoom.
Landscape Mode
Night Scene
page E-56
page E-63
page E-62
Macro Feature
page E-57
Portrait Mode
page E-65
Shutter Speed Priority (S Mode)
page E-66
E-11
FEATURES
Aperture Priority (A Mode)
Self-timer
Date and Time Stamping
99/9/12
page E-67
page E-65
page E-41
9-image Screen
page E-79
Slide Show
page E-80
Display Zoom
page E-78
E-12
Image Protection
FEATURES
page E-86
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PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONS
General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the QV-2000UX/Ir.
All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the cam­era” refer to the CASIO QV-2000UX/Ir 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 electrical shock when exposed. Always leave main­tenance and repair work up to authorized CASIO service providers.
• 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.
• Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and never let it get wet. Moisture creates the danger of fire and electrical 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 provider. Using the camera under these conditions creates the danger of fire and electrical 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 electrical shock. After making sure there is no more smoke coming from the camera, take it to your nearest CASIO service pro­vider for repair. Never attempt your own maintenance.
• 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 pro­vider.
• Never use the camera inside of an air craft 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 image data stored in its memory to be deleted. Be sure to always keep backup copies of data by transfer­ring them to personal computer memory.
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PRECAUTIONS
• Never open the battery compartment 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.
Operating conditions
• This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 40°C.
• Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas. — In areas subject to direct sunlight — In areas subject to high humidity or dust — Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to
temperature extremes
— Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the
sun
— In areas subject to strong vibration
Condensation
• When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or other­wise expose it to a sudden change of temperature, there is the possibility that condensation can form on the exterior or on interior components. Condensation can cause malfunc­tion of the camera, so you should avoid exposing it to con­ditions that might cause condensation.
• To keep condensation from forming, place the camera into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a chance to reach the same temperature as the new location. If con­densation does form, remove the batteries from the cam­era and leave the battery compartment cover open for a few hours.
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PRECAUTIONS
About the camera’s backlight…
• The camera is equipped with a fluorescent light source to provide the back lighting for its LCD.
• The normal service life of the backlight is approximately six years, when the camera is used for about two hours a day.
• Should the LCD image appear abnormally dark, take the camera to your dealer or an authorized CASIO service pro­vider to have the light source replaced. Note that you will be charged for this replacement.
Under very cold conditions, the backlight may require more time than normal to light, or reddish bands may appear in the displayed image. These conditions do not indicate mal­function, and normal operation should return at higher tem­peratures.
Monitor Screen
Recording
• The image shown on the monitor screen during recording is intended for composition purposes only, so its quality does not match that of the image as it is recorded. The image is recorded in accordance with the quality setting made with the procedure under “Quality Settings” on page E-51.
• A dimly lit subject can slow down monitor screen refresh or cause static in the displayed image.
Playback
This camera is designed for high-speed scrolling of images during playback. Because of this, the playback image that initially appears on the monitor screen does not show the full resolution of the image as recorded. When you stop at the image you want, the monitor screen refreshes and shows the image in its full resolution.
E-16
PRECAUTIONS
Lens
• Camera performance can be adversely affected by finger­prints or dirt on the lens surface. Never touch the lens sur­face with your fingers.
• Should the lens become dirty, use a blower to blow off dirt and dust, or a soft, dry cloth to wipe off the lens.
• This camera uses a telescoping type lens, which moves whenever the camera is turned on or off. Make sure noth­ing is blocking lens movement and never turn power on or off while the camera is laying lens down.
• Never remove batteries or disconnect the AC adaptor while the lens is extended. Doing so can cause the lens to be­come stuck in the extended position, resulting in camera malfunction.
Date Setting
No data setting is made before the camera is shipped from the factory. Be sure to use the procedure on page E-41 to set the time and date before using the camera for the first time. File name assignment and time stamping will not be per­formed correctly if the time and date are wrong.
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UNPACKING

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 Memory card (8 MB)
Loaded in the camera when you purchase it.
CD-ROM
Special USB cable Data Transfer Cable Manual
(AA-size x 4)
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Soft case
Video cableStrapAlkaline batteries
• Basic Reference • Bundled Software User’s Manual
UNPACKING

Attaching the Strap

Pass the wrist strap through the hole on the side of the cam­era as shown in the illustration.
Adjusting the Length of the Strap
Slide the stopper to adjust the length of the strap. This way you can make it a short hand strap, or a longer shoulder or neck strap.
IMPORTANT!
• Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist whenever using the camera to protect against accidentally drop­ping it.
• The supplied strap is intended for use with this camera only. Do not use for any other application.
• Never swing the camera around by the strap.
• Allowing the camera to swing freely from your neck can result in damage to the camera due to its bumping against other objects. It also creates the danger of the camera becoming caught in a door or on other ob­jects, resulting in personal injury.
E-19
UNPACKING

Using the Soft Case

Keep the camera in its soft case to protect it when not in use.
Monitor screen facing down.
If you pass the strap through the hole in the side of the case, you will be able to use the camera without removing it from the case.
The pocket inside the soft case can be used to store memory cards.
E-20

GENERAL GUIDE

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

Lens

Shutter button
(page E-44)
Infrared port
(page E-99)
Lens cover/power switch (
page E-43)
Exposure sensor
(page E-50)
Self-timer lamp
(page E-24)
Indicator display
(page E-28)
Viewfinder
(page E-47)
Flash
(page E-49)
Terminal panel cover
(page E-23)
Lens
(page E-17)
E-21
GENERAL GUIDE

Top and Display

Flash lamp
(page E-25)
Operation lamp
(page E-25)
MENU button
(page E-29)
[] [] [] [왔]
SET button
(page E-30)
(FLASH/Tran-P SEND)
button
(pages E-49, 100)
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LCD
(page E-26)
E-22
(FOCUS/Tran-P
RECEIVE) button
(pages E-57, 58, 99)
(SELF-TIMER/FOLDER)
button
(pages E-65, 84)
MODE button
(page E-27)
MODE
T
ACCESS
D
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ZOOM slider
(page E-56)
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PLAY ON/OFF button
(pages E-43, 75)
DISP button
(pages E-26, 29)
GENERAL GUIDE

Side

DIGITAL terminal
(page E-94)
USB port
(page E-94)
AC power terminal
(page E-38)
VIDEO OUT terminal
(page E-94)
Card access lamp
(page E-24)
Memory card slot cover
(page E-31)
Diopter dial
(page E-47)
A
C
C
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S
S
C
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D
Memory card cover lever
(page E-31)
Tripod screw hole
Battery compartment cover
(page E-35)
Opening the Terminal Panel Cover
E-23

Bottom

Battery compartment lock
(page E-35)
LOCK
OPEN
GENERAL GUIDE
Card access lamp
The Card access lamp flashes green while the memory card is being accessed. Never remove the memory card while the Card access lamp is flashing.
Card access lamp
ACCESS
CARD
IMPORTANT!
Never open the memory card cover while the card ac­cess lamp is flashing.
Self-timer lamp
The Self-timer lamp flashes when the self-timer is perform­ing a timer operation prior to releasing the shutter.
Self-timer lamp
E-24
GENERAL GUIDE
Operation lamp
The Operation lamp shows the operational status of the camera as described below.
Recording Mode
Lamp Color
Green
One of the following operations is in progress: start up, save (single or multiple), movie recording (PAST) standby
• The camera is ready to record when the lamp is off.
Flashing
Partial Shutter Button
Lamp Color
Green
Auto focus operation complete.
On
MENU
Operation lamp
Flashing
Auto focus operation failed.
Flash lamp
The Flash lamp also lights and flashes during a record operation as described below.
Recording Mode
Lamp Color
Amber
Flashing
Flash is charging.
Partial Shutter Button
Lamp Color
Amber
• When the Operation lamp and Flash lamp are both flash­ing, an error message appears on the monitor screen, re­gardless of whether the monitor screen is turned on or off.
On
Ready to fire.
E-25
Flash lamp
MENU

MONITOR SCREEN

MONITOR SCREEN
Pressing DISP causes various indicators to appear on the monitor screen.
PLAY
ON/OFF
DISP
DISP button
Focus mode indicator
Auto Focus None Manual Focus Macro Infinity
Flash Mode
Auto None Flash On Flash Off Red-eye
reduction
Spot metering indicator
Camera shake indicator
Aperture value Shutter speed
value

Recording Mode

Self-timer
10 SEC, 2 SEC
Battery capacity
E-26
Auto Focus frame No memory card loaded warning
Recording Mode
Zoom factor
X2
Remaining number of pages
Image size
1600 x 1200 800 x 600
Quality
Image information
Movie Recording: recording time
...........seconds
Panorama: number of images
EV shift
Date and time
This information appears for one or two seconds, and then disappears.
...........P1 to P9
Continuous Mode: mode indicator
...........
Quick Shutter: buffer status
...........쑗쑗쑗쑗쑗
FINE NORMAL ECONOMY
MONITOR SCREEN
Screen when shutter is pressed half way
Flash Mode ( )
Auto Focus Frame
• Focusing complete: Green
• Focusing failed: Red
Flash indicator appears to indicate that flash will be fired (when auto flash is selected).
Recording Mode Screen
Pressing the MODE button while in the Recording Mode dis­plays the Record Menu. Use [왘] and [왗] to bring the icon of the function you want to the bottom of the dial, and then press SET.
Recording Mode Indicators
P mode (Normal) Movie Panorama
A mode (Aperture­priority Auto Mode)
S mode (Shutter­priority Auto Mode)
Landscape Portrait Night Scene
E-27
Remaining number of pages
MONITOR SCREEN

Indicator display

The indicator display located on the top of the camera also shows various camera status indicators during image re­cording. The indicator display especially comes in handy when the monitor screen is turned off.
Continuous recording shots
Manual mode indicator Infinity indicator Flash off indicator Red eye reduction indicator
Battery capacity Macro mode indicator Self-timer Self-timer time settings
Remaining number of
number
images/Image number

Playback Mode

Protect indicator
Battery capacity
Folder name
Date and time
(date and time of recording)
Folder name – File number
Changing the Display Language
Use the following procedure to switch the display language between English and Japanese.
1.
Press MENU.
2.
Select “Set Up” “Language”.
3.
Select the display language you want.
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Pages
Image size
1600 x 1200 800 x 600
Quality
FINE NORMAL ECONOMY
MONITOR SCREEN

Menu Screens

Pressing MENU displays the menu screen. The contents of the menu screen depend on whether you are in the PLAY Mode or REC Mode. While the menu screen is on the dis­play, press DISP to toggle between the basic menu and the advanced menu. In this User’s Guide, the basic menu is always used for items that appear on both the basic menu and advanced menu. The basic menu displays settings required for basic func­tions, while the advanced menu includes settings for all func­tions.
• See “Using the Record Menus” on page E-71 and “Using the Playback Menus” on page E-82 for more information about menu contents.
Sample Display: REC Mode
Category
Category
E-29
Basic Menu
On-screen Guidance
DISP
Advanced Menu
Function
Making menu settings
1.
Slide open the lens cover.
2.
Press MENU.
3.
Press DISP to toggle between the basic menu and the advanced menu.
4.
Use [왘],[왗],[왔] and [] to select the category or function you want, and then press SET.
[왘] [왗] [왔] []: Item selection SET :Execution of a selection MENU : Returns to the previous screen or
• Make settings in accordance with the guidance mes­sages that appear on the monitor screen.
5.
After making the settings you want, select “Exit” and then press SET.
cancels settings.
MONITOR SCREEN
E-30
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