Casio QV-3000EX-Ir User Manual
LCD Digital Camera
QV-3000EX/Ir
User’s Guide
English
QUICK REFERENCE
The section provides a general outline of operational procedures.
Loading Batteries (page E-38)
2
On the bottom of the camera,
slide the battery compartment
cover lock towards the back of
the camera (
cover.
Pressing down on the battery
compartment cover, slide it towards the side of the camera to
release it, and then swing the
cover up to open it (
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11
1) to unlock the
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2).
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Load the batteries so their plus
(+) and minus (–) ends are facing
as shown in the illustration.
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3
1
Swing the battery compartment
cover closed and then slide it towards the center of the camera
to secure it in place (
Slide the battery compartment
cover lock towards the front of
the camera to lock the cover
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2).
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11
1).
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QUICK REFERENCE
Loading a Memory Card (page E-33)
* Loaded in the camera when you purchase.
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Eject button
Surface marked
with arrow should
face down!
Open the memory card
slot cover.
Insert a memory card into the camera so the arrow
on the front of the card is pointed down.
• If the memory card eject button is extended,
press it back down before inserting the memory
card.
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Close the memory card
slot cover.
QUICK REFERENCE
Setting the Current Date and Time (page E-45)
• Be sure to use the procedure on page E-45 to set the time and date before using the
camera for the first time.
• File name assignment and date and time stamping will not be performed correctly if
the time and date are wrong.
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QUICK REFERENCE
Recording Images (page E-47)
3
After confirming that the Auto
Focus operation is complete (the
operation lamp lights green),
press the shutter button.
Use the Diopter Dial to
adjust the view through
the viewfinder to suit
your particular eyesight.
(page E-51)
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.
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Align the
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Switch with REC.
QUICK REFERENCE
Playing Back Images (page E-78)
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Use [ ] and [ ] to
scroll through the
images stored in camera
memory.
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Align the
POWER/Function
Switch with PLAY.
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Deleting Images (page E-91)
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Use [ ] and [ ] to select the
image you want to delete.
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Press [ ] to
select “Yes”
and then press
SET button.
왔
MENU
SET
PREVIEW
DISP
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Align the
POWER/Function
Switch with PLAY.
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Press the PREVIEW/
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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.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations upon your selection of the QV-3000EX/Ir LCD Digital Camera.
CONTENTS
E-2
QUICK REFERENCE
E-11
FEATURES
E-16
PRECAUTIONS
E-20
UNPACKING
Using the Lens Cap .................................................E-21
Attaching the Neck Strap .........................................E-21
Adjusting the Length of the Neck Strap ...................E-22
Using the Soft Case.................................................E-22
E-23
GENERAL GUIDE
Lens ......................................................................... E-23
Top and Display .......................................................E-24
Side .........................................................................E-25
Bottom .....................................................................E-25
E-28
MONITOR SCREEN
REC Mode ...............................................................E-28
Indicator display....................................................... E-30
PLAY Mode .............................................................. E-30
Menu Screens..........................................................E-31
E-33
MEMORY CARDS
Inserting a Memory Card into the Camera .............. E-33
Removing a Memory Card from the Camera...........E-34
Formatting a Memory Card......................................E-35
To get the most out of the QV-3000EX/Ir, be sure to carefully read this manual and follow the instructions
contained in it.
CONTENTS
E-38
POWER SUPPL Y
Loading Batteries.....................................................E-38
Using AC Power ....................................................... E-42
Power Save Settings................................................ E-43
E-45
SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIME
Setting the Date and Time ....................................... E-45
Selecting the Date Format .......................................E-46
E-47
RECORDING
Turning Camera Power On and Off..........................E-47
Using the Shutter Button .........................................E-47
Basic Recording Operation...................................... E-48
Camera Orientation Detection .................................E-50
Previewing the Last Image Recorded ...................... E-50
Recording Images under Low Battery Power .......... E-50
Using the Viewfinder for Recording ......................... E-51
Using Focus Lock .................................................... E-52
Using the Flash........................................................E-53
Quality Settings .......................................................E-55
Exposure Compensation ......................................... E-56
E-58
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Using the Continuous Shutter Mode........................ E-58
Using the Zoom Features ........................................E-59
Manual Focus .......................................................... E-60
Infinity Mode Recording ...........................................E-61
Using the Macro Mode ............................................E-61
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CONTENTS
Movie Recording......................................................E-62
Panorama Recording ............................................... E-64
Night Scene Mode ...................................................E-65
Landscape Mode Recording....................................E-66
Portrait Recording....................................................E-66
Shutter Speed Priority Image Recording .................E-67
Aperture Priority Image Recording ..........................E-67
Monochrome and Sepia Recording .........................E-68
Using the Self-timer .................................................E-69
Performing Manual White Balance ..........................E-70
Specifying Power On Defaults .................................E-71
Using the REC Menus .............................................E-74
E-78
PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation........................................E-78
Playing Back a Movie...............................................E-79
Panorama Playback................................................. E-80
Using Zoom ............................................................. E-81
Displaying Nine Images ...........................................E-82
Slide Show...............................................................E-83
Screen Saver ...........................................................E-84
Using the PLAY Menus ............................................ E-85
E-87
FOLDER TYPES
Memory Card Folder Precautions............................E-87
Selecting a Folder for Playback ............................... E-88
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E-89
IMAGE PROTECTION
Protecting and Unprotecting a Single Image ...........E-89
Protecting and Unprotecting Folders .......................E-90
Protecting and Unprotecting All Images
on a Memory Card ...............................................E-90
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DELETING IMAGES
Deleting the Currently Selected Image .................... E-91
Deleting a Single Image ..........................................E-92
Deleting All the Images in a Folder..........................E-93
Deleting All Unprotected Images .............................E-94
E-95
DPOF
Printing Specific Images ..........................................E-95
Printing All Images................................................... E-97
E-98
CONNECTIONS
E-99
CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT
Connecting to a Television ....................................... E-99
Connecting to a Computer.....................................E-100
E-103
INFRARED DATA TRANSFER
Receiving Data ...................................................... E-103
Sending Data ......................................................... E-104
CONTENTS
E-106
USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR
COMPUTER
Setting Up to Access CompactFlash Card
Contents From Y our Computer...........................E-106
Memory Card Data ................................................E-107
Card Browser.........................................................E-109
E-113
TROUBLESHOOTING
E-117
MESSAGES
E-119
SPECIFICA TIONS
• 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-3000EX/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.
• IBM is a registered trademarks of International Business
Machines Corporation.
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FEATURES
FEATURES
Continuous recording (page E-58)
Continuous recording of high-quality images at 0.5-second intervals is just like having a motor drive on the camera.
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page E-95)
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.
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DCF Data Storage (page E-107)
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-109)
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.
FEATURES
Movie and panorama images (pages E-62, 64)
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-28)
All camera operations can be performed on graphic based interactive menu screens. A 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 3.34-megapixel CCD for amazing
resolution and clarity.
Some slight image noise may be caused when using slow
shutter speeds.
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Easy connection to other devices (page E-98)
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-59
page E-66
page E-65
Macro Feature
page E-61
Portrait Mode
page E-66
Shutter Speed Priority (S Mode)
page E-67
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FEATURES
Aperture Priority (A Mode)
Self-timer
Date and Time Stamping
00/2/1
page E-67
page E-69
page E-45
9-image Screen
page E-82
Slide Show
page E-83
Display Zoom
page E-81
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Image Protection
page E-89
Camera Orientation Detection
The Photo Loader application automatically rotates the image on
your computer screen to compensate for portrait and landscape
orientation.
page E-50
FEATURES
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS
General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the QV-3000EX/Ir.
All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the camera” refer to the CASIO QV-3000EX/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-55.
• A dimly lit subject can 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.
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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 date setting is made before the camera is shipped from
the factory. Be sure to use the procedure on page E-45 to set
the time and date before using the camera for the first time.
File name assignment and date 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 Lens cap/cap holderSoft case
CD-ROM
(AA-size x 4)
Special USB cable Data Transfer Cable Manual
Memory card (8MB)
Loaded in the camera when you
purchase.
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Video cableNeck strapAlkaline batteries
• Basic Reference • Bundled Software
User’s Manual
UNPACKING
Using the Lens Cap
Be sure to attach the lens cap to the lens whenever you are
not using the camera. Be sure to turn off camera power and
let the lens retract into the camera before attaching the lens
cover.
Large loop
Small loop
Triangular ring
Lens cap holder
• Attach the lens cap holder to the triangular ring. The cap
holder helps to protect against accidental loss of the lens
cap.
IMPORTANT!
Never turn on camera power with the lens cap affixed to
the lens.
Attaching the Neck Strap
Attach the neck strap as shown in the illustration below.
Neck strap ring
Triangular ring
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UNPACKING
Adjusting the Length of the Neck Strap
Use the buckle to adjust the length of the neck strap.
Buckle
IMPORTANT!
• Be sure to keep the neck strap around your neck when
using the camera to protect against accidentally dropping it.
• The supplied neck strap is intended for use with this
camera only. Do not use it for any other application.
• Never swing the camera around by the neck 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.
• Keep the camera out of the reach of small children,
especially when the neck strap is attached. The neck
strap can accidentally wind around the neck of a child
and possible create the risk of strangulation.
Using the Soft Case
Keep the camera in its soft case to protect it when not in use.
Monitor screen
facing down.
NOTE
You can leave the soft case
hanging from the neck strap
when using the camera.
IMPORTANT!
Never put any other object
besides the camera into the
soft case.
Neck strap
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GENERAL GUIDE
The following illustrations show the names of each component, button and switch on the camera.
GENERAL GUIDE
Lens
POWER/Function
switch (
page E-47)
Shutter button
(page E-47)
Infrared port
(page E-103)
Exposure sensor
(page E-54)
Self-timer lamp
(page E-26)
Indicator display
(page E-30)
Viewfinder
(page E-51)
Flash
(page E-54)
Terminal panel cover
(page E-25)
Lens
(page E-19)
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GENERAL GUIDE
Top and Display
RECEIVE) button
Flash lamp
(page E-27)
Operation lamp
(page E-27)
MENU button
(page E-31)
[왘] [왗] [왖] [왔]
SET button
(page E-32)
/ (FOCUS/Tran-P
(pages E-60, 61, 103)
MENU
S
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LCD
(page E-28)
PREVIEW
D
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/ (FLASH/Tran-P SEND)
button
(pages E-53, 103)
MODE button
(page E-29)
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P
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A
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MODE
/ (SELF-TIMER/
FOLDER) button
(pages E-69, 87)
T
ZOOM slider
W
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P
(page E-59)
PREVIEW/ button
(pages E-50, 91)
DISP button
(pages E-28, 31)
GENERAL GUIDE
Side
DIGITAL terminal
(page E-98)
USB port
(page E-98)
AC power terminal
(page E-42)
VIDEO OUT terminal
(page E-98)
Card access lamp
(page E-26)
Memory card
slot cover
(page E-33)
Diopter dial
(page E-51)
Tripod screw hole
Battery compartment cover
(page E-38)
Opening the Terminal Panel Cover
E-25
Bottom
Battery compartment
lock
(page E-38)
LOCK
OPEN
GENERAL GUIDE
Card access lamp
The Card access lamp flashes green while the memory card
is being accessed.
Card access lamp Self-timer lamp
ACCESS
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.
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GENERAL GUIDE
Operation lamp
The Operation lamp shows the
operational status of the camera
as described below.
REC Mode
Lamp
Color
Green
One of the following operations is in progress: start
up, save (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.
REC 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.
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Flash lamp
MENU
MONITOR SCREEN
MONITOR SCREEN
Pressing DISP causes various
indicators to appear on the
monitor screen.
PREVIEW
DISP
DISP button
Focus mode indicator
Auto Focus None
Manual Focus
Infinity
Macro
Flash Mode
Auto None
Flash On
Flash Off
Red-eye
reduction
Spot metering
indicator
Camera shake
indicator
Aperture value
Shutter speed
value
Self-timer
10 SEC, 2 SEC
Battery capacity
E-28
REC Mode
Auto Focus frame
No memory card loaded warning
Recording Mode
Zoom factor
X2
Remaining
number of pages
EV shift
Date and time
This information appears for one or two
seconds, and then disappears.
Image size
2048 x 1536
1024 x 768
Quality
FINE
NORMAL
ECONOMY
Image information
Movie Recording: recording time
...........seconds
Panorama: number of images
...........P1 to P9
Continuous Mode: mode indicator
...........
MONITOR SCREEN
Screen when shutter is pressed half way
Flash Mode ( )
Aperture value
Shutter speed
value
Auto Focus Frame
• Focusing complete:
Green
• Focusing failed:
Red
• Flash indicator indicates that the flash will fire (when auto
flash is selected).
IMPORTANT!
An out of range aperture or shutter speed causes the
corresponding monitor screen value to turn orange.
Recording Mode Screen
Pressing the MODE button while in the REC Mode displays
the Recording Menu. Use [왘] and [왗] to bring the icon of the
function you want to the bottom of the dial (making it the selected function), and then press SET.
Remaining
number of pages
Currently
selected function
Recording Mode Indicators
P mode (Normal)
Movie
Panorama
A mode (Aperturepriority Auto Mode)
S mode (Shutter Speed
priority Auto Mode)
Landscape
Portrait
Night Scene
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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 comes in handy especially
when the monitor screen is turned off.
Manual mode indicator
Infinity indicator
Flash off indicator
Red eye reduction indicator
Battery capacity
Macro mode indicator
Self-timer time settings
Remaining number of
number
images/Image number
PLAY Mode
Protect indicator
Battery capacity
The above indicators appear only when indicator display is
turned on with the DISP button.
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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Image number
Image size
2048 x 1536
1024 x 768
Quality
FINE
NORMAL
ECONOMY
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