Casio QV-2400UX User's Guide Part 1

LCD Digital Camera
QV-2400UX
User’s Guide
• All example procedures in this User’s Guide are based on the QV-2400UX. The same procedures also apply to the QV-2900UX, unless specifically noted otherwise.
• Certain camera models may not be available in some geographic areas.
English
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QV-2900UX
QV-2400UX

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION
To get the most out of your new CASIO Digital Camera, make sure you carefully read this manual and keep it on hand for future reference.

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.
QV-2400UX QV-2900UX (QV-2400UX only)
Camera Soft case Lens cap/cap holder
The lens cap should be affixed to the lens of the camera when you unpack it.
Memory card (8 MB
CompactFlash card )
Loaded in the camera when you purchase it.
Special video cable
Data Transfer Cable Basic Reference
Alkaline batteries
(4 AA-size batteries)
Strap
Bundled Software
User’s Manual
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CD-ROM
Best Shot scene List
Special USB cable
INTRODUCTION

Contents

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INTRODUCTION
Unpacking .................................................................E-2
Contents ....................................................................E-3
Quick Reference .......................................................E-7
Getting Ready E-7 Recording an Image E-8 Playback E-9 Deleting Images E-10
Features ..................................................................E-12
Recording Features E-13
Precautions ............................................................. E-15
General Precautions E-15 Operating conditions E-16 Condensation E-16 About the camera’s backlight… E-17
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GETTING ACQUAINTED
General Guide .........................................................E-18
Front E-18 Back E-19 Terminals and Ports E-20 Bottom E-20
Lens.........................................................................E-21
Changing the Lens Angle E-21 Installing a Conversion Lens E-22 Using a Filter E-23 Lens Precautions E-24
Monitor Screen Indicators .......................................E-25
REC mode E-25 PLAY mode E-26 Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen E-27
Operation Indicator Lamp .......................................E-28
REC mode E-28 PLAY mode E-29
Using the Bundled Accessories ..............................E-30
Using the Lens Cap E-30 Attaching the Strap E-30 Using the Soft Case E-31
Power Requirements ..............................................E-32
Loading Batteries E-32 Battery Handling Precautions E-35 Low Battery Indicator E-35 Using AC Power E-36 Turning the Camera On and Off E-37 Power Save Settings E-37
Memory Cards.........................................................E-39
Inserting a Memory Card into the Camera E-39 Removing a Memory Card from the Camera E-40 Formatting a Memory Card E-41 Memory Card Precautions E-42 IBM Microdrive Precautions E-42
Menu Screens .........................................................E-44
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Setting the Current Date and Time.........................E-45
Setting the Date and Time E-45 Selecting the Date Format E-46 Time Stamp E-47
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BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Recording a Simple Snapshot ................................E-48
About the REC Mode Monitor Screen E-50 About Auto Focus E-50 Recording Precautions E-50 Image Recording when the Battery is Low E-51
Using Zoom .............................................................E-51
Using Optical Zoom E-51 Using Digital Zoom E-52
Using the Flash .......................................................E-53
Flash Status Indicators E-54 Adjusting the Flash Intensity E-54 Precautions when Using Flash E-55
Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................E-56
Using the Auto Focus Mode E-56 Using the Macro Mode E-57 Using the Infinity Mode E-58 Using the Manual Focus Mode E-58 Using Focus Lock E-59
Specifying Image Size and Quality.........................E-60
Using the Self-timer ................................................E-61
Exposure Compensation.........................................E-62
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Shooting Portraits ...................................................E-64
Shooting Landscapes .............................................E-65
Shooting Night Scenes ...........................................E-66
Instant Setup Using the Best Shot Mode ............... E-67
Specifying the Location of Best Shot Mode
Scene Images E-69 Registering Your Own Scene Setups E-70 Importing a Scene from the Best Shot Library
on the CD-ROM E-71
Recording a Movie ..................................................E-73
To record a movie using the normal mode E-73 To record a movie using the past mode E-74
Shooting Panoramas ..............................................E-75
Shooting at Fixed Intervals .....................................E-76
Canceling an Interval Mode Timer Operation E-78
Specifying the Exposure Mode ............................... E-78
Program AE E-78 Aperture Priority AE E-79 Shutter Speed Priority AE E-80 Manual Exposure E-82 Quick Exposure Mode Selection E-83
Selecting the Metering Mode ..................................E-84
Quick Metering Mode Selection E-85
Setting the Sensitivity Level....................................E-85
Using the Filter Function .........................................E-86
INTRODUCTION
Selecting White Balance .........................................E-87
Adjusting White Balance Manually E-87 Quick White Balance Selection E-88
Enhancing Certain Colors.......................................E-89
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off .................E-90
Specifying Outline Sharpness ................................E-91
Specifying Color Saturation ....................................E-91
Specifying Contrast.................................................E-92
Saving Uncompressed Images (TIFF Mode) .........E-92
Specifying Power On Default Settings ...................E-93
Resetting the Camera E-94
Using the Camera’s Shortcut Features ..................E-95
Changing REC mode FUNCTION Menu Settings
Using the Shortcut Buttons E-95
To assign REC mode FUNCTION menu items
to shortcut buttons E-96 Directly Accessing the REC mode FUNCTION Menu E-98 Cycling through REC mode FUNCTION Menu Settings
E-99
PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation.......................................E-99
Playing a Movie.....................................................E-100
Playing a Panorama..............................................E-101
Enlarging the Playback Image .............................. E-102
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Displaying the 9-image View ................................E-103
Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View E-104
Displaying the Histogram ......................................E-105
Using the Slide Show Feature ..............................E-106
Resizing an Image ................................................ E-107
Cropping an Image................................................E-108
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DELETING IMAGES
Deleting the Displayed Image............................... E-110
Deleting Selected Images ..................................... E-111
Deleting All Images in Selected Folders...............E-112
Deleting All Unprotected Images ..........................E-113
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MANAGING IMAGES
Folders and Files...................................................E-114
Folders E-114 Files E-115
Selecting a Folder for Playback............................ E-116
Protecting Images Against Deletion ..................... E-116
Protecting Selected Images E-116 Protecting and Unprotecting All Images
in Selected Folders E-117
Protecting and Unprotecting All Images E-118
INTRODUCTION
DPOF.....................................................................E-119
Making DPOF Settings for Particular Images E-119 Making DPOF Settings for Particular Folders E-120 Making DPOF Settings of All Images
on the Memory Card E-121
PRINT Image Matching.........................................E-122
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OTHER SETTINGS
Turning the Monitor Screen Indicators On and Off...
Changing the Display Language ..........................E-124
Turning the Confirmation Beep On and Off..........E-125
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CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT
Connecting to a Television ....................................E-127
Selecting the Video Output Signal Mode E-128
Connecting the Wired Remote Controller
to the Camera .......................................................E-129
Connecting an External Flash Unit
(QV-2900UX Only) ................................................E-129
External Flash Unit Requirements E-129 Attaching an External Flash Unit E-130
Connecting to a Computer ....................................E-132
USB Port Connection (Windows, Macintosh) E-133 Using a Serial Port Connection E-134
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Using a Memory Card to Transfer Image Data ....E-135
Memory Card Data E-136 DCF Protocol E-136 Memory Card File Structure E-137 Image Files Supported by the Camera E-138 Precautions when Using a Memory Card
on a Computer E-139
Using the HTML Card Browser ............................. E-140
Specifying the Card Browser Type E-140 Viewing Card Browser File Contents E-142 Saving Card Browser Files E-145
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REFERENCE
Camera Menus......................................................E-146
REC mode E-146 PLAY mode E-147
Mode Settings .......................................................E-148
Settings in Each Mode E-148 Recording Mode + Exposure Mode Combinations E-149
Troubleshooting..................................................... E-150
Messages E-153
Specifications ........................................................E-155
INTRODUCTION

Quick Reference

Getting Ready

12
Load batteries.
12
PUSH
Set the current time and date.
(page E-32)
3 123
Insert the memory card.
(page E-39)
3
(page E-45)
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Recording an Image (page E-48)
4
Point the camera at the subject, compose the image on the monitor screen, and press the shutter release button half way to focus the image.
5
Press the shutter release button all the way down to record the image.
1
Remove the lens cap from the lens.
2
Slide the POWER ON/OFF switch to the right to turn on the camera.
SHIFT INFO
POWER
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RESIZE
ON/OFF
MF
MENU
W
T
REC
CARD
PLAY
3
Slide the REC/PLAY selector to “REC”.
1
Slide the POWER ON/OFF switch to the right to turn on the camera.
INTRODUCTION
Playback (page E-99)
3
Use [+] (forward) and [–] (back) to scroll through stored images on the monitor screen.
POWER
SHIFT
INFO
RESIZE
ON/OFF
MF
MENU
W
T
REC
CARD
PLAY
2
Slide the REC/PLAY selector to PLAY.
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1
Slide the POWER ON/OFF switch to the right to turn on the camera.
5
Double check to make sure you really want to delete the image you selected.
You can exit the image delete operation by pressing MENU.
INTRODUCTION
Deleting Images (page E-110)
3
Use [+] (forward) and [–] (back) to scroll through stored images and display the one you want to delete.
POWER
ON/OFF
W
SHIFT INFO
RESIZE
MF
PLAY
MENU
T
REC
6
Use [+] and [–] to move the cursor to Yes and then press the shutter release button to delete the image you selected.
CARD
4
Press .
2
Slide the REC/PLAY selector to PLAY.
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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-2400UX or the QV-2900UX.
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.
• CompactFlashTM and logo are registered trademarks of SanDisk Corporation.
• The USB driver uses software by Phoenix Technologies Ltd., Compatibility Software Copyright C 1997 Phoenix Technologies Ltd., All Rights Reserved.
• IBM is a registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Other company, product and service names used herein may also be trademarks or service marks of others.
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Features

• High-resolution 2.11-megapixel CCD
• 1.8-inch low-glare color LCD (HAST)
• 12X zoom: 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom (QV-2400UX) 32X zoom: 8X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom (QV-2900UX)
• Swivel lens mechanism Shoot from the angle you want without moving the camera body.
• External flash connectability (QV-2900UX only)
• Memory card image storage Supports CompactFlash cards (CF TYPE I/II) and the IBM microdrive.
• 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.
• DCF Data Storage DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage proto­col provides image inter-compatibility between the digital cam­era and printers.
• PRINT Image Matching support Images include PRINT Image Matching data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you in­tended when you recorded them.
• VIDEO OUT terminal Connect to your TV for big-screen viewing of images.
• USB compatibility Connect to your computer for quick and easy image ex­changed.
• HTML File Card Browser Images are displayed on your computer screen in a convenient format. You can view a gallery of image thumbnails on your computer screen.
• Image management and manipulation software The QV-2400UX or the QV-2900UX comes bundled with a CD­ROM disc that’s packed with useful software. Photo Loader au­tomates uploading of images to your computer, and Panorama Editor lets you stitch images together into panorama scenes. Other bundled applications include Internet Explorer (Web browser), Outlook Express (e-mail software), and QuickTime (movie viewer). You also get a copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader PDF file reader for reading the user documentation on the CD-ROM disc.
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Recording Features

Portrait Mode Best Shot Mode
page E-64
Landscape Mode Movie Mode
page E-65
Night Scene Mode Panorama Mode
page E-66
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page E-67
page E-73
page E-75
INTRODUCTION
Interval Mode
page E-76
Four exposure modes
Program AE, aperture priority AE, shutter speed priority AE, manual exposure
pages E-78 to E-83
Three metering modes
Multi-pattern, center weighted, spot
pages E-84
Four focus modes
Auto focus, macro, infinity, manual
pages E-56 to E-59
Histogram
page E-105
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Precautions

General Precautions

Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the QV-2400UX or the QV-2900UX.
All references in this manual to this camera and the cam­era refer to the CASIO QV-2400UX or QV-2900UX 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 drivers vi­sion and create the danger of accident.
Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subjects 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 cameras 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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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 sunlightIn areas subject to high humidity or dustNear 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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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.
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GETTING ACQUAINTED

This section contains important information you should know when trying to operate the camera.
GETTING ACQUAINTED

General Guide

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

Front

MENU button
(page E-44)
[+] / [–] buttons
(page E-44)
Terminal panel cover
(page E-20)
Shutter release button
(page E-44, 48)
Flash
(page E-53)
Exposure sensor
(page E-55)
Lens
(page E-21)
QV-2900UX
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Back

Operation lamp
(page E-28)
External flash sync terminal
(pages E-126, 130)
Terminal cap
(page E-130)
Monitor screen
(page E-25)
QV-2900UX
POWER ON/OFF switch
(page E-37)
SHIFT INFO
SHIFT INFO (Shift/ Information) button
(pages E-26, 95)
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POWER
RESIZE
ON/OFF
MF
Zoom slider
(pages E-51, 102, 103)
REC/PLAY selector
(page E-48)
MENU
W
T
REC
CARD
PLAY
Memory card slot cover
(page E-39)
(Self-Timer/Delete)
button
/ /MF RESIZE
(Focus/Resize) button
(Flash/Folder) button
(pages E-53, 116)
(pages E-61, 111)
(pages E-56, 107)
GETTING ACQUAINTED

Terminals and Ports Bottom

Terminal Panel
VIDEO OUT terminal
(page E-126)
Cover
DIGITAL terminal
(page E-126)
(page E-20)
Tripod screw hole
Release button
(page E-32)
USB port
(page E-126)
Open Terminal Panel Cover
WT
MENU
ON/OFF
USB VIDEO OUT
DC IN 6V
POWER
DIGITAL
DC IN 6V terminal
(page E-36)
PUSH OPEN
Battery compart­ment cover
(page E-32)
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Lens

The swivel lens mechanism lets you easily aim at the angle you want, without changing the position of the camera body.

Changing the Lens Angle

Whenever you swivel the lens so it is pointing in the direc­tion of the back of the camera, the image on the monitor screen is automatically adjusted so it shows a mirror image of what it picked up by the lens. This makes self-portrait images appear with the correct orientation when viewed on a display.
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AA
A
AA
BB
B
BB
A ....Image displayed
when recording
B ....Display of
recorded image
IMPORTANT!
Do not use undue force when rotating the lens mecha­nism and never try to force it past the point where rota­tion stops naturally. Rough handling can cause the lens mechanism to break and other damage to the camera.
The proper orientation of the lens when you store the camera in its case depends on your camera model.
* QV-2400UX: Lens should be pointed forward. * QV-2900UX: Lens should be pointed up.
Never set the camera down while the lens is pointed downwards. Doing so can cause bending or other damage to the area around the lens.
Always leave the lens cap on the lens except when you are actually recording images.
GETTING ACQUAINTED

Installing a Conversion Lens

Optionally available conversion lenses change the focal dis­tance, which provides enhanced telephoto or wide-angle ca­pabilities. The method you should use to install a conversion lens depends on your camera model.
QV-2400UX: You must install an optionally available lens adaptor (LU-8A) in order to use a conversion lens.
QV-2900UX: A conversion lens can be installed directly, without an adaptor.
Tele Conversion Lens LU-8T: 1.5X
Focusing distance when installed
QV-2400UX: Approximately 1m to QV-2900UX: Approximately 2.5m to
Tele Conversion Lens (LU-8T)
Conversion Lens Adaptor (LU-8A)
QV-2400UX QV-2900UX
Wide Conversion Lens LU-8W: 0.7X
Focusing distance when installed
QV-2400UX/QV-2900UX: Approximately 1cm to
Wide Conversion Lens (LU-8W)
Conversion Lens Adaptor (LU-8A)
QV-2400UX QV-2900UX
IMPORTANT!
Be sure to use the Conversion Lens Adaptor when­ever you install a conversion lens. If you dont, the lens will come into contact with the conversion lens when it extends from the camera, resulting in malfunc­tion. (QV-2400UX only)
Flash is disabled while a conversion lens is being used.
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Setting the camera to wide-angle zoom while the Tele Conversion Lens causes shadows around the periph­ery of the image. This is because the frame of the at­tached lens blocks some of the light coming into the lens. Because of this, you should always use tele­photo zoom whenever you are using the Tele Conver­sion Lens.
The effects of camera movement are magnified while the Tele Conversion Lens is being used. Whenever you are using a conversion lens, install the cushion that comes with it and mount the camera on a tripod so it is secure.
Due to certain characteristics of the Wide Conversion Lens, you may notice some slight distortion in images recorded with it installed.
Make sure that (Macro Mode) is selected as the focus mode whenever you are using the Wide Conver­sion Lens.
Note that optical zoom is restricted as shown below in the Macro Mode .
* QV-2400UX: 1X fixed (QV-2400UX) * QV-2900UX: 1X to 1.6X (QV-2900UX)

Using a Filter

The lenses of both camera models are threaded. With the QV-2400UX, you can screw on an optionally avail­able Conversion Lens Adapter (LU-8A) and then attach a commercially available lens filter. With the QV-2900UX, you can screw a commercially avail­able lens filter directly to the lens, without using the Conver­sion Lens Adapter.
IMPORTANT!
When using a lens filter with the QV-2400UX, be sure you first screw the optionally available Conversion Lens Adapter onto the lens. A filter attached directly to the lens of the QV-2400UX will come into contact with the convex surface of the lens and damage it.
The designs of some filters can cause shadows around the periphery of the image.
Auto focus and flash may not produce desired results while a filter is on the lens.
Filters do not produce exactly the same results as those obtained with a film-based camera.
Do not use multiple filters in combination.
Use of the flash while a commercially available lens
hood is installed may not produce desired results.
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Lens Precautions

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.
The lens of the QV-2400UX extends from its body when you turn on power and retracts when you turn off power. Take care not to subject the lens to undue force or impact, and never set the camera face down so the lens is in con­tact with a tabletop, etc. Be sure to remove the lens cap before turning on the camera. If you turn on the QV­2400UX while the REC/PLAY selector is set to REC and its lens cap is attached, the message LENS CAP! ap­pears on the monitor screen and power turns off automati­cally. If this happens, remove the lens cap and then turn on power.
Never remove the batteries from the QV-2400UX or unplug its AC adaptor while the lens is extended. Doing so leaves the lens extended, and creates the risk of lens damage.
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Monitor Screen Indicators

The following describes the different indicators and markings that appear on the cameras monitor screen.

REC mode

Flash Mode indicator
None Auto
Flash Off Flash On Red-eye reduction
Flash indicator indicates that the flash will fire (when auto flash is selected).
Shutter speed value
An out of range
aperture or shutter speed causes the corresponding monitor screen value to turn yellow.
Focus Mode indicator
None Auto Focus
Macro Infinity Manual Focus
Spot metering indicator
Camera shake indicator
Aperture value
Battery capacity
Auto Focus frame
Focusing complete: Green
Focusing failed: Red
No memory card loaded warning
Self-timer
10 SEC, 2 SEC
Zoom factor
Recording Mode indicator
Memory capacity (Remaining number of storable images)
Image size
1600 x 1200 pixels 800 x 600 pixels
Quality
FINE, NORMAL, ECONOMY, TIFF
Image information
Movie Recording: recording time
...........seconds
Panorama: number of images
...........P1 to P10
Date and time
This information appears for one or two seconds, and then disappears.
EV value
The recording mode, memory capacity, image size, quality, and battery capacity indicators do not appear on the REC mode monitor screen when the Indicators option is turned off (page E-123).
NORMAL PORTRAIT LANDSCAPE NIGHT SCENE BEST SHOT MOVIE
MOVIE (PAST) PANORAMA
INTERVAL
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Screen when SHIFT INFO is pressed
Pressing SHIFT INFO also displays the FUNCTION menu (page E-95).
SHIFT INFO button
Metering Mode indicator
(multi) (center) (spot)
White balance
Exposure Mode indicator
(program AE) (aperture priority AE) (shutter speed priority AE) (manual)
SHIFT
INFO RESIZE
(Auto) (Daylight) (Shade) (Tungsten) (Fluorescent) (Manual)

PLAY mode

MF
Image protection indicator
Battery capacity
The above indicators do not appear on the PLAY mode monitor screen when the Indicators option is turned off (page E-123).
Folder name
File number
Image size
Quality
Date/Time
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Screen when SHIFT INFO is pressed
Flash Mode indicatorWhite balance
Folder name File number
Metering Mode indicator
Exposure Mode indicator
Recording Mode indicator
IMPORTANT!
The above indicators may not appear when viewing images recorded using a different digital camera model.
Aperture value
Shutter speed value

Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen

Each press of the SET/DISP button changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below.
REC mode
Display indicators on (page E-25)
SET/DISP
FUNCTION menu on (page E-26)
SET/DISP
PLAY mode
Display indicators on (page E-26)
SET/DISP
SET/DISP
IMPORTANT!
The histogram does not appear for movie images.
PLAY Mode details on (page E-26)
SET/DISP
Histogram display on (page E-105)
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Operation Indicator Lamp

The Operation lamp shows the operational status of the camera as described below.
SHIFT
INFO RESIZE
Operation lamp
MF

REC mode

Lamp
Color
Green
Amber
Red
The camera is ready to record when the lamp is off.
On
Auto focus operation complete
Monitor screen turned off due to sleep state activation
Exposure warning Cannot focus Memory full
Data save error
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Flashing
Please Wait (after power on)
Image store operation in progress
Movie store operation in progress
Self-timer countdown in progress
Low battery Format operation in
progress Please Wait
(after power off) Flash is charging. Memory card error Memory card is not
formatted Cannot charge the flash

PLAY mode

Lamp Color
Green
Red
On
GETTING ACQUAINTED
Flashing
Please Wait (after power on)
Delete operation in progress
Image protection operation in progress
Making DPOF settings Low battery Format operation in
progress Please Wait
(after power off) Memory card error Memory card is not
formatted No memory card in the
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Using the Bundled Accessories

Using the Lens Cap

Always keep the lens cap on the lens whenever you are not using the camera.
Large loop
Small loop
Ring
Cap holder
Attach the lens cap holder to the ring. This protects against accidental loss of the lens cap.
QV-2400UX Users
Be sure to turn off camera power and let the lens retract into the camera before attaching the lens cap.
Never turn on camera power with the lens cap affixed to the lens.

Attaching the Strap

Attach the strap as shown in the illustration below.
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.
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Using the Soft Case

Keep the camera in its soft case to protect it when not in use.
QV-2400UX
A pocket is provided inside the case for memory card storage. To insert a memory card, open the flap of the pocket and slide the card into it.
Flap
Monitor screen facing down
IMPORTANT!
Never put any other objects besides the camera into the soft case.
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Power Requirements

Your camera features a two-way power supply that lets you use either AA-size batteries or household AC current. A set of AA-size alkaline batteries is supplied with the cam­era. The other items listed below are available separately.
Batteries
Four AA-size alkaline batteries: LR6
Four AA-size lithium batteries: FR6
Four AA-size nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries:
NP-H3
Household Current
AC Adaptor: AD-C620
AC Adaptor/Charger: BC-3HA
1.
While holding down the re­lease button on the battery compartment cover (on the bottom of the camera), slide the cover in the direc­tion indicated by the arrow in the nearby illustration and open the cover.
2.
Load batteries with their
++
--
+/
- ends facing as
++
--
shown in the nearby illustration.
PUSH

Loading Batteries

Make sure that camera power is turned off whenever loading or replacing batteries.
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3.
While holding down the release button, slide the battery compartment cover back to its original position to close it.
IMPORTANT!
Never use manganese batteries. Use only the battery types specifically mentioned in this Users Guide.
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Battery Life Guidelines
The battery life guideline values given below indicate the amount of time at standard temperature (25°C) until power automatically turns off due to battery failure. They do not guarantee that batteries will provide the amount of service indicated. Low temperatures and continued use reduce bat­tery life.
Type of Operation
Continuous Playback
Continuous Recording
AA-size Alkaline Batteries LR6
170 minutes
80 minutes (480 shots)
AA-size Lithium Batteries FR6
300 minutes 200 minutes
(1200 shots)
AA-size Ni-MH
Batteries NP-H3
180 minutes 120 minutes
(720 shots)
The above figures are approximations only.
The above guidelines are based on the following battery
types: Alkaline: MX1500 (AA) DURACELL ULTRA Lithium: Energizer
* Battery life varies with brand.
Figures are based on continuous recording under the fol­lowing conditions. Flash turned off One zoom slider switching between T (Telephoto) and W (Wide-angle)
Recording one image per minute under the above conditions reduces battery life to about one sixth of that noted above. Battery life is greatly affected by how much you use flash, zoom and other functions, and how long you leave power turned on.
Tips for Prolonging Battery Life
Use the button to turn off the flash when you are not using it.
You can also use the power save settings (page E-37) to protect against wasting battery power when you forget to turn off the camera.
Alkaline Battery Life
The actual life of alkaline batteries is affected by a variety of factors, including the battery manufacturer, the amount of time the batteries spend in storage before you use them, temperature while you are recording, and photographic con­ditions. As a rule, we recommend the use of lithium batteries or Ni-MH batteries, which have longer lives than alkaline bat­teries.
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The following examples show how alkaline battery life changes under different conditions. photographic conditions shooting conditions
Example 1: Intermittent use of the camera shortens battery
life.
Conditions
Temperature: 25°C
Repeat of a cycle of recording of one shot per minute
for 10 minutes, followed by one minute of playback, and a nine minutes of power off (power on, full lens extention, half lens contraction, full lens extension, image recording, power off)
Flash on
Approximate Battery Life: 50 minutes (46 shots)
Example 2: Low temperatures shorten battery life.
Conditions
Temperature: 0°C
Repeat of a cycle of recording of one shot per minute
for 10 minutes, followed by one minute of playback, and a nine minutes of power off (power on, full lens extention, half lens contraction, full lens extension, image recording, power off)
Flash on
Approximate Battery Life: 12 minutes (11 shots)
About rechargeable batteries
Use only the nickel-metal hydride batteries (NP-H3) that are available from your dealer as options for this camera. Proper camera operation is not guaranteed when other recharge­able batteries are used.
AC Adaptor/Charger : BC-3HA Nickel-metal hydride batteries (4-battery set)/Quick Charger Set : BC-1HB4 Nickel-metal hydride batteries (4-battery set) : NP-H3P4
IMPORTANT!
Be sure to keep all four batteries together as a set at all times, for both charging and powering the camera. Mixing batteries from different sets can shorten overall battery life and cause malfunction of the camera.
Rechargeable batteries cannot be charged while they are loaded in the camera.
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Battery Handling Precautions

Incorrect use or handling of batteries can cause them to leak or burst and create the danger of serious damage to your camera. Be sure to note the following important precautions to avoid problems with batteries.
Use only LR6 (AM-3) type alkaline or FR6 type lithium or Ni-MH (nickel-metal hydride) dry cell batteries with this camera. Never mix old bat­teries with new ones. Doing so can result in bursting or leaking of batteries, creating the
CAUTION
Remove batteries from the camera if you do not plan to use it for more than two weeks.
Never recharge batteries, never allow direct connection between two ends of a battery, and never try to take batter­ies apart.
Do not expose batteries to direct heat or dispose of them by burning. Doing so can create the danger of explosion.
Never mix batteries of different types.
danger of fire or personal injury.
Always make sure that the plus (+) and minus (–) ends of the batteries are facing correctly, as noted by the markings on the camera itself. Improper loading of batteries can result in bursting or leaking of batteries, creating the danger of personal injury or soiling of objects nearby.
Dead batteries are susceptible to leakage, which can cause serious damage to your camera. Remove batteries from the camera as soon as you notice they are dead.
The batteries that power the camera normally become warm as they discharge.

Low Battery Indicator

The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on the monitor screen and the indicator display changes as bat­tery power is used. Replace all four batteries as soon as pos­sible after they go dead. If you continue to use the camera while the battery level is or , camera power will auto­matically turn off.
Battery Capacity
Monitor Screen
High Low
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Using AC Power

Use the adaptor as shown below to power the camera from a household power outlet.
DC IN 6V (AC power terminal)
AC Adaptor
AC Adaptor: AD-C620 (Option)
AC Adaptor/Charger: BC-3HA (Option)
The BC-3HA functions both as an AC adaptor and as a charger unit for AA-size nickel metal hydride batteries. It comes complete with four rechargeable nickel metal hy­dride batteries. This AC adaptor/charger unit can be used with any household power outlet rated for 100V to 240V AC.
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CAUTION
AC Adaptor precautions
Never use an electrical outlet whose voltage is outside the rating marked on the AC adaptor. Doing so can create the danger of fire or elec­trical shock. Use only the optional AC adaptor specified for this camera.
Do not allow the AC adaptor power cord to be­come cut or damaged, do not place heavy ob­jects on it, and keep it away from heat. A dam­aged power cord creates the risk of fire and electrical shock.
Never try to modify the AC adaptor power cord, or subject it to severe bending, twisting, or pull­ing. Doing so creates the risk of fire and elec­trical shock.
Never touch the AC adaptor while your hands are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electrical shock.
Do not overload extension cords or wall out­lets. Doing so creates the danger of fire and electrical shock.
Should the cord of the AC adaptor become damaged (exposed internal wiring), request a replacement from an authorized CASIO ser­vice provider. A damaged AC adaptor cord creates the danger of fire or electrical shock.
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Be sure to turn off power before connecting or disconnect­ing the adaptor.
Always turn camera power off before disconnecting the AC adaptor, even if the camera has batteries installed. If you dont, the camera will turn off automatically when you dis­connect the AC adaptor. You also run the risk of damaging the camera whenever you disconnect the AC adaptor with­out first turning power off.
The AC adaptor may become warm to the touch after ex­tended periods of use. This is normal and is not cause for alarm.
After using the camera, turn it off and unplug the adaptor from the AC outlet.
The camera automatically switches over to AC adaptor powered operation whenever the AC adaptor is plugged into the camera.
Always use the AC adaptor to power the camera whenever it is connected to a computer.

Turning the Camera On and Off

Sliding the POWER ON/OFF switch to the right toggles camera power on and off.
POWER
POWER ON/OFF

Power Save Settings

The settings described below let you specify sleep and auto power off trigger times that help to conserve valuable battery power.
AUTO POWER OFF
Auto Power Off turns off camera power if no operation is performed for five minutes in the PLAY mode. In the REC mode, you can specify an Auto Power Off trigger time of two or five minutes.
SLEEP
The monitor screen enters a sleep state if no operation is performed for a specified amount of time in the REC mode. Pressing any button immediately wakes up the monitor and restores normal operation. You can specify 30 seconds, 1 minute, or 2 minutes before the sleep state is triggered, or you can turn off this setting entirely.
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To power save settings
1.
Turn on the camera and slide the REC/PLAY selector to REC”.
2.
Press MENU.
3.
Use [+] (down) and [–] (up) to select FUNC­TION, and then press the shutter release but­ton.
4.
Use [+] (down) and [–] (up) to select the item whose settings you want to change, and then press the shutter release button.
To make auto power off settings, select Auto Power Off”.
To make sleep settings, select Sleep.
5.
On the screen that appears, use [+] and [–] to make the setting you want, and then press the shutter release button.
Auto power off settings: 2 min” “5 min Sleep settings: Off” “30 sec” “1 min” “2 min
In the PLAY mode, Auto Power Off trigger time is fixed at five minutes.
Sleep is disabled in the PLAY mode.
Performing any button operation while the monitor is
asleep immediately wakes it up and restores normal operation.
The Auto Power Off setting is given priority if you have2 min set for both Sleep and Auto Power Off. This
means that the camera turns off if you do not perform any operation for about two minutes in the REC mode.
Auto Power Off is automatically disabled when under any one of the following conditions.
While a slideshow is playingWhen you are performing operations on a com-
puter, printer, or other external device connected to the cameras DIGITAL terminal or USB port.
While the AC adaptor is connected to the camera
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Memory Cards

This camera supports use of a CompactFlash memory card (CF TYPE I/II) or IBM microdrive for image storage. Note that all mentions of memory card in this manual refer both to a CompactFlash memory card and IBM microdrive, unless specifically noted otherwise.
IMPORTANT!
Make sure that the power of the camera is turned off before you insert or remove a memory card.
When inserting a memory card into the camera, make sure that the card is oriented correctly. Make sure that the correct side of the card is facing up, and that you insert the correct end of the card into the camera.

Inserting a Memory Card into the Camera

1.
Open the memory card slot cover.
Memory card slot cover
2.
As shown in the illustration, slide the memory card into the slot and push it in as far as it will go.
If the Eject button is extended, press it in before sliding the memory card into the slot.
3.
Close the memory card slot cover.
Side marked arrow should face the front side of the camera!
Eject button
Side marked with arrow
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Removing a Memory Card from the Camera

1.
Open the memory card slot cover.
2.
Press the eject button so it extends from the camera.
Eject button
3.
Press the eject button once again to eject the card.
4.
Remove the memory card.
5.
Close the memory card slot cover.
IMPORTANT!
Insert only memory cards into the memory card slot. Inserting any other type of card can cause malfunc­tion.
Should water or any other foreign matter get into the memory card slot, immediately turn off power, unplug the AC adaptor, and contact your original retailer or nearest CASIO Service Provider.
Never eject the CompactFlash card while the card slot is facing downwards. Doing so creates the danger of the CompactFlash card falling, which can corrupt im­age data on the card.
Never remove the memory card from the camera while the operation lamp or card access lamp is flash­ing. Doing so can cause loss of recorded images or corruption of memory card data.
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Formatting a Memory Card

You can format a memory card to delete all of the data stored on it.
IMPORTANT!
Formatting a memory card deletes all images on the card, even if some or all of the images are protected (page E-112).
Formatting a memory card deletes all Best Shot Mode scene sample images stored on it. After deleting the card, you have to import the scenes you want to the memory card (page E-72).
Data deleted by a memory card format operation can­not be recovered! Be sure to carefully check and con­firm that you no longer need the data stored in a memory card before formatting it.
1.
Turn on the camera, and then use the REC/ PLAY selector to select either REC or PLAY.
2.
Select Format using one of the following two key operations, and then press the shutter re­lease button.
If you are here
REC mode
PLAY mode
Use [+] and [–] to select each menu item, and press the shutter release button to advance to the next menu.
3.
In response to the confirmation message that
Select this on the menu screen
“FUNCTION” “SET UP” “Format” “SET UP”
Format
appears, use [+] and [–] to select Yes to for­mat or No to exit, and then press the shutter release button.
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Memory Card Precautions

Images cannot be recorded with this camera unless a memory card is installed in it.
Be sure to use only CASIO brand CompactFlash cards. Proper operation with other memory cards is not guaran­teed.
Static electricity, electrical noise, and other electrical phe­nomena can cause corruption or even total loss of the data stored on a memory card. Because of this, you should al­ways make backup copies of important images on other media (magnetic optical disk, floppy diskette, computer hard disk, etc.).
Memory card problems can be corrected by reformatting the memory card. Reformatting a memory card deletes all images stored on the card, but you can use a computer to copy the images you want to keep to the computers hard disk before reformatting your card. If you plan to be record­ing images where you do not have access to a computer, it is a good idea to take along an extra memory card or two just in case you experience an unexpected memory card problem.
Formatting is recommended for any memory card that you suspect contains corrupted image data (due to a DECODE ERROR, strange image colors, malformed images) or newly purchased memory cards.
Before starting a format operation, load a full set of new batteries (alkaline or lithium) into the camera or connect the AC adaptor to power the camera. Interruption of cam­era power during the format operation results in improper formatting, making it impossible to use the memory card.

IBM Microdrive Precautions

Compatibility of the camera with the IBM microdrive has been confirmed by CASIO. However, you should note the following important points whenever using the IBM microdrive.
Be sure to carefully read all of the documentation that comes with the microdrive before using it.
Note that the microdrive becomes hot during normal use. Take care when removing it from the camera.
Take care to avoid strong pressure on the label side of the microdrive when it is removed from the camera. Strong pressure can damage internal components and cause mal­function.
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Never turn off camera power or subject the camera to im­pact while the operation lamp is flashing. Doing so can cause malfunction of the microdrive.
The microdrive is a very high precision device. Dropping the camera can result in malfunction of the microdrive, even though the camera is undamaged. Take extra care when handling the camera while the microdrive is installed.
The microdrive has very large storage capacity. Because of this, certain operations can take a relatively long time to perform.
The microdrive may not operate properly in areas where barometric pressure is low. Because of this, you should avoid using it at high altitudes.
A microdrive consumes much more electrical power than a CompactFlash card. Depending on how a microdrive is used, it can greatly reduce battery life. When using alkaline batteries, certain operating conditions and certain battery brands can result in batteries going dead right after you install new ones. Whenever using a microdrive, we recom­mend that you use rechargeable nickel metal hydride bat­teries or lithium batteries to power the camera.
When battery power is low, the amount of time required between shots may become longer. This longer interval is designed to protect the microdrive.
In case of microdrive malfunction....
Contact your original microdrive retailer or the contact point noted in the microdrive documentation.
CASIO does not provide any servicing or maintenance support for the microdrive.
Note that CASIO assume no responsibility for any data loss you may suffer while using the microdrive.
This camera supports use of both a CompactFlash card and the microdrive. Note, however, that ejecting a microdrive from the camera is relatively more difficult than ejecting a CompactFlash card.
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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. The following procedure shows opera­tion in the REC mode as an example.
1.
Slide the POWER ON/OFF switch to the right to turn on the camera.
2.
Slide the REC/PLAY selector to REC”.
To perform a menu operation in the PLAY mode, slide the REC/PLAY selector to PLAY”.
3.
Press MENU.
4.
Use [+] and [–] to select the item you want, and then press the shutter release button.
Make setting in accordance with the guidance mes­sages that appear on the monitor screen.
[+] [–]: Item selection, page scrolling Shutter release button: Applies displayed setting MENU: Returns to previous screen
Example Displays
REC mode, page 1
Items
On-screen guidance
REC mode FUNCTION menu, page 2
Items
On-screen guidance
Pressing the button is sometimes required to exit
certain setting screens.
See the Camera Menus on page E-146 for more informa­tion about menu contents.
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Setting the Current Date and Time

Use the following procedures to set the current date and time, and to select the date format. When you record an image, the time and date the image was shot is registered in accordance with data from the camera’s built-in clock. You can even use the time stamp function to stamp the date and time inside the image.
IMPORTANT!
The time and date settings are cleared if the camera is left for about 24 hours without battery and AC power being supplied. If this happens, restore power and make new time and date settings before using the camera again.
A flashing time display indicates that the time and date (clock) settings have been cleared. Use the procedure on this page to make the correct time and date set­tings.
If you do not set the cameras built-in clock to the cur­rent date and time, all images are recorded with the default date and time, which probably is not your cor­rect current date and time. Be sure to correctly set the clock before you use the camera.

Setting the Date and Time

1.
Turn on the camera, and then use the REC/ PLAY selector to select either REC or PLAY.
2.
Press MENU.
3.
Select Date/Time using one of the following two key operations, and then press the shutter release button.
If you are here
REC mode
PLAY mode
Use [+] and [–] to select each menu item, and press the shutter release button to advance to the next menu.
“FUNCTION” “SET UP” “Date/Time” “SET UP” “Date/Time”
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Select this on the menu screen
4.
Select and change the digits on the screen to set the current date and time.
Green marker
Shutter release button: Moves the green marker. [+] / [–]: Increases and decreases the currently selected
digit.
5.
Press to apply your settings.
6.
Press to exit this setting screen.
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Selecting the Date Format

You can use the following procedure to select one of the three different date formats.
1.
Turn on the camera, and then use the REC/ PLAY selector to select either REC or PLAY.
2.
Press MENU.
3.
Select Date Style using one of the following two key operations, and then press the shutter release button.
If you are here
PLAY mode
Use [+] and [–] to select each menu item, and press the shutter release button to advance to the next menu.
REC mode
Select this on the menu screen
“FUNCTION” “SET UP” “Date Style” “SET UP” “Date Style”
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4.
Use [+] and [–] to select the setting you want to use, and then press the shutter release button to apply it.
Example: October 18, 2001
Year/Month/Day: 01/10/18 Day/Month/Year: 18/10/01 Month/Day/Year: 10/18/01
5.
Press to exit this setting screen.

Time Stamp

When it is turned on, the time stamp function digitally stamps the recording date and time in the lower right corner of each image as it is recorded. Note that once an image is stamped, the date and time cannot be deleted.
1.
Turn on the camera and then slide the REC/ PLAY selector to REC”.
2.
Press MENU.
3.
Select FUNCTION” “Time Stamp, and then press the shutter release button.
4.
Use [+] and [–] to select the setting you want, and then press the shutter release button to apply it.
Example:
Date: October 18, 2001 Time: 1:25pm
Off : No time stamping 2001/10/18 : Year/Month/Day 18 1:25pm : Day Hour:Minutes 2001/10/18 1:25pm : Year/Month/Day Hour:Minutes
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