Casio QV-3500EX User Manual
LCD Digital Camera
QV-3500EX
English
INTRODUCTION
To get the most out of your new CASIO Digital Camera, make sure you read this manual carefully and keep it on hand for future
reference.
INTRODUCTION
Unpacking
Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer
as soon as possible.
Camera 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
Alkaline batteries
(4 AA-size batteries)
Basic Reference
Neck strap
Bundled Software
User’s Manual
CD-ROM
E-2
Special USB cable
Data transfer cable
INTRODUCTION
Contents
E-2
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
E-18
GETTING ACQUAINTED
General Guide .........................................................E-18
Front E-18
Back E-19
Side E-20
Bottom E-20
Lens ......................................................................... E-21
Installing a Conversion Lens or Close-up Lens E-21
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
Indicator display ......................................................E-28
Operation Indicator Lamp ....................................... E-28
Operation lamp E-28
Flash lamp E-29
Self-timer lamp E-29
Using the Bundled Accessories..............................E-30
Using the Lens Cap E-30
Attaching the Neck Strap E-30
Adjusting the Length of the Neck Strap E-31
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
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INTRODUCTION
Menu Screens .........................................................E-44
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
E-48
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
Camera Orientation Detection ................................E-51
Previewing the Last Image Recorded.....................E-52
Deleting the an Image in the REC Mode E-53
Using the Viewfinder for Recording ........................E-53
Using Zoom .............................................................E-54
Using Optical Zoom E-54
Using Digital Zoom E-55
Using the Flash .......................................................E-56
Flash Status Indicators E-57
Adjusting the Flash Intensity E-57
Precautions when Using Flash E-58
Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................E-59
Using the Auto Focus Mode E-59
Using the Macro Mode E-60
Using the Infinity Mode E-61
Using the Manual Focus Mode E-61
Using Focus Lock E-62
Specifying the Focus Frame Location E-63
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Specifying Image Size and Quality.........................E-64
Using the Self-timer ................................................E-65
Exposure Compensation.........................................E-66
E-68
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Using the Continuous Shutter Mode.......................E-68
Shooting Portraits....................................................E-69
Shooting Landscapes .............................................E-69
Shooting Night Scenes ...........................................E-70
Instant Setup Using the Best Shot Mode ............... E-71
Specifying the Location of Best Shot Mode Scene
Images E-73
Registering Your Own Scene Setups E-73
Importing a Scene from the Best Shot Library
on the CD-ROM E-74
Recording a Movie ..................................................E-76
To record a movie using the normal mode E-77
To record a movie using the past mode E-77
Shooting Panoramas...............................................E-78
Specifying the Exposure Mode ............................... E-79
Program AE E-79
Aperture Priority AE E-80
Shutter Speed Priority AE E-81
Manual Exposure E-83
Quick Exposure Mode Selection E-84
Selecting the Metering Mode ..................................E-85
Quick Metering Mode Selection E-86
INTRODUCTION
Setting the Sensitivity Level ....................................E-86
Using the Filter Function.........................................E-87
Selecting White Balance .........................................E-88
Adjusting White Balance Manually E-88
Quick White Balance Selection E-89
Enhancing Certain Colors.......................................E-90
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off .................E-91
Specifying Outline Sharpness ................................ E-92
Specifying Color Saturation ....................................E-92
Specifying Contrast .................................................E-93
Saving Uncompressed Images (TIFF Mode) .........E-93
Specifying Power On Default Settings....................E-94
Resetting the Camera E-95
Using the Camera’s Shortcut Features .................. E-96
Changing REC mode FUNCTION Menu Settings
Using the Shortcut Buttons E-96
To assign REC mode FUNCTION menu items
to shortcut buttons E-97
Directly Accessing the REC mode FUNCTION Menu E-99
E-100
PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation.....................................E-100
Playing a Movie .....................................................E-101
Playing a Panorama ..............................................E-102
Enlarging the Playback Image ..............................E-103
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Displaying the 9-image View.................................E-104
Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View E-105
Displaying the Histogram ......................................E-106
Using the Slide Show Feature ..............................E-107
Resizing an Image ................................................E-108
Cropping an Image................................................E-109
E-110
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
E-114
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
DPOF.....................................................................E-119
INTRODUCTION
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
E-122
OTHER SETTINGS
Changing the Display Language...........................E-122
Turning the Confirmination Beep On and Off.......E-122
E-123
CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT
Connecting to a Television ....................................E-124
Selecting the Video Output Signal Mode E-125
Connecting the Wired Remote Controller
to the Camera .......................................................E-126
Connecting to a Computer ....................................E-126
USB Port Connection (Windows, Macintosh) E-127
Using a Serial Port Connection E-128
Using a Memory Card to Transfer Image Data.....E-129
Memory Card Data E-130
DCF Protocol E-130
Memory Card File Structure E-131
Image Files Supported by the Camera E-132
Precautions when Using a Memory Card
on a Computer E-133
Using the HTML Card Browser.............................E-134
Specifying the Card Browser Type E-134
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Viewing Card Browser File Contents E-136
Saving Card Browser Files E-139
E-140
REFERENCE
Camera Menus......................................................E-140
REC mode E-140
PLAY mode E-141
Mode Settings .......................................................E-142
Settings in Each Mode E-142
Recording Mode + Exposure Mode Combinations E-143
Troubleshooting.....................................................E-144
Messages E-147
Specifications ........................................................E-149
INTRODUCTION
Quick Reference
Getting Ready
12
Load batteries.
1
Set the current time and date.
2
(page E-32)
3123
Insert the memory card.
(page E-39)
3
(page E-45)
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Recording an Image (page E-48)
4
After confirming that the Auto
Focus operation is complete (the
operation lamp lights green),
press the shutter release button
all the way down to record the image.
Use the Diopter Dial to
adjust the view through
the viewfinder to suit
your particular eyesight.
(page E-54)
MENU
SET/ DISP
SHIFT
P
R
3
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.
R
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/
RESIZE
F
F
/
MF
P
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A
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B
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H
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1
Remove the lens
cap from the lens.
T
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2
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Align the
POWER/Function
Switch with REC.
INTRODUCTION
Playback (page E-100)
2
Use [ ] (forward) and [ ]
(back) to scroll through
stored images on the
monitor screen.
M
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SET/ DISP
1
Align the
POWER/Function
Switch with PLAY.
REC
OFF
/
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/
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PLAY
F
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Deleting Images (page E-110)
2
Use [ ] (forward) and [ ] (back) to
scroll through stored images and
display the one you want to delete.
5
Press [ ] to
select “Yes”
and then press
SET/DISP
button.
왔
1
Align the
POWER/Function
Switch with PLAY.
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/
R
MENU
S
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/ D
IS
P
SHIFT
P
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V
IE
W
F
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F
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/
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MF
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P
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A
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B
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S
T
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H
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3
Press .
4
Double check to make
sure that you really
want to delete the
image you selected.
• You can exit the image delete
operation by pressing MENU.
INTRODUCTION
• 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-3500EX.
• 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 trademark 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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INTRODUCTION
Features
• High-resolution 3.34-megapixel CCD
• 1.8-inch low-glare color LCD (HAST)
• 12X zoom: 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom
• 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 with printers
and other digital cameras.
• VIDEO OUT terminal
Connect to your TV for big-screen viewing of images.
• USB compatibility
Connect to your computer for quick and easy image exchange.
• 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-3500EX comes bundled with a CD-ROM 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.
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Recording Features
Portrait Mode Best Shot Mode
page E-69
Landscape Mode Movie Mode
page E-69
Night Scene Mode Panorama Mode
page E-70
E-13
page E-71
page E-76
page E-78
INTRODUCTION
Histogram
page E-106
Four exposure modes
Program AE, aperture priority AE, shutter speed priority
AE, manual exposure
pages E-79 to E-84
Three metering modes
Multi-pattern, center weighted, spot
pages E-85 to E-86
Four focus modes
Auto focus, macro, infinity, manual
pages E-59 to E-62
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Precautions
General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the QV-3500EX.
All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the camera” refer to the CASIO QV-3500EX 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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• 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, condensation can form on the exterior of the camera or on internal
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
POWER/Function
switch (
Shutter release
button
(page E-48)
Self-timer lamp
(page E-29)
page E-37, 48)
Exposure sensor
(page E-58)
Indicator display
(page E-28)
Viewfinder
(page E-53)
Flash
(page E-56)
Terminal panel cover
(page E-20)
Lens
(page E-21)
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Back
/ /MF RESIZE (Focus/Resize)
button
Flash lamp
(page E-29)
Operation lamp
(page E-28)
(pages E-59, 108)
MENU
GETTING ACQUAINTED
/
RESIZE
(Flash/Folder) button
(pages E-56, 116)
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C
O
F
F
/
M
P
F
L
B
EST SHO
BEST SHOT button
(page E-71)
A
Y
T
(Self-Timer/Delete)
button
(pages E-65, 110)
MENU button
(page E-44)
[왘] [왗] [왖] [왔]
SET/DISP button
(page E-27, 44)
SET/ DISP
Monitor screen
(page E-25)
SHIFT
PREVIEW
E-19
T
W
PREVIEW button
(pages E-52)
Zoom slider
(Enlarge/Nine Images)
(page E-54, 103, 104)
SHIFT button
(pages E-26, 96)
GETTING ACQUAINTED
Side Bottom
Diopter dial
(page E-54)
DIGITAL terminal
(page E-123)
Tripod screw hole
Battery compartment
lock
(page E-32)
USB port
(page E-123)
DC IN 6V terminal
(page E-36)
VIDEO OUT terminal
(page E-123)
Memory card
slot cover
(page E-39)
LOCK
OPEN
Battery compartment cover
(page E-32)
Open Terminal Panel Cover
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GETTING ACQUAINTED
Lens
Threads are provided in the camera’s lens to allow connection of an optionally available Conversion Lens Adaptor (LU35A). After installing the adapter, you can use one of the recommended converter lenses, the recommended close-up
lens, or an optionally available filter.
Installing a Conversion Lens or Close-up Lens
Installing a converter lens lengthens the focal distance for
improved telephoto capabilities or shortens the focal distance for wider angle shots. Installing the close-up lens provides macro imaging.
IMPORTANT!
• The Canon Inc. converter and close-up lenses listed
following are recommended for use with this camera.
• These lenses may not be available in some geographic areas.
Canon Inc. Tele-Converter TC-DC58
•
Focal Distance: Digital camera focal distance x 1.5
Tele-Converter
(TC-DC58)
Conversion Lens
Adaptor
(LU-35A)
Canon Inc. Wide Converter WC-DC58
•
Focal Distance: Digital camera focal distance x 0.8
Wide Converter
(WC-DC58)
Conversion Lens
Adaptor
(LU-35A)
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Canon Inc. 58mm Close-up Lens 250D
•
Focal Distance:
In the Macro Mode, 5 cm to 14 cm from the surface of the close up lens to the subject (when
zoom is set to maximum wide angle); 7 cm to
14 cm in other modes
Close-up Lens
(250D)
Conversion Lens
Adaptor
(LU-35A)
IMPORTANT!
• Be sure to use the Conversion Lens Adaptor (LU-35A)
whenever you install a conversion lens or 58mm
close-up lens. If you don’t, the lens will come into contact with the conversion lens or 58mm close-up lens
when it extends from the camera, resulting in malfunction.
• Be sure to use the monitor screen to compose images
while conversion lens or close-up lens is installed on
the camera. Do not use the viewfinder, because its
image is not changed by the lens you are using.
• Flash is disabled while a conversion lens or 58mm
close-up lens is being used.
• Setting the camera to wide-angle while the tele-converter lens is installed causes shadows around the
periphery of the image due to light being block by the
frame of the attached lens. Because of this, you
should always set the camera to telephoto whenever
you are using the tele-converter lens.
• The effects of camera movement are always magnified while the tele-converter 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 converter
lens, you may notice some slight distortion in images
you record with it.
• You should keep the zoom setting at its W limit whenever you are using the wide converter lens.
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• When using the close-up lens, make sure to set the
focus mode to (Macro Mode) (page E-59). Proper
focus of a close-up image is not possible with any
other focus mode.
Using a Filter
This camera supports use of commercially available 58mm
filters.
IMPORTANT!
• Be sure to use the Conversion Lens Adaptor (LU-35A)
whenever you install a filter. If you don’t, the lens will
come into contact with the filter when it extends from
the camera, resulting in malfunction.
• 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 this camera 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 align the POWER/Function switch with REC while
the lens cap is on the lens, the message “LENS CAP!” appears on the display and camera power turns off automatically. If this happens, remove the lens cap and try again.
• Never remove the camera’s batteries 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 camera’s 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).
Aperture value
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
Battery capacity
Auto Focus frame
• Focusing complete: Green
• Focusing failed: Red
No memory card loaded
warning
Self-timer
10 SEC, 2 SEC
EV value
Zoom factor
Memory capacity
(Remaining number
of storable images)
Image size
2048 x 1536 pixels
1024 x 768 pixels
Quality
FINE, NORMAL, ECONOMY, TIFF
Image information
Movie Recording: recording time
Panorama: number of images
Continuous Mode: mode indicator (
Date and time
This information appears for one or
two seconds, and then disappears.
Recording Mode indicator
NORMAL
PORTRAIT
LANDSCAPE
NIGHT SCENE
BEST SHOT
MOVIE
MOVIE (PAST)
PANORAMA
(seconds)
(P1 to P10)
)
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■ Screen when SHIFT is held down
Metering Mode indicator
(multi)
(center)
(spot)
Exposure Mode indicator
(program AE)
(aperture priority AE)
(shutter speed priority AE)
(manual)
SHIFT
PREVIEW
SHIFT button
White balance
(Auto)
(Daylight)
(Shade)
(Tungsten)
(Fluorescent)
(Manual)
PLAY mode
E-26
Image protection indicator
Battery
capacity
Folder name
File number
Image size
Quality
Date and time
GETTING ACQUAINTED
■ Screen when SET/DISP is pressed
SET/DISP button
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.
SET/DISP
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
SET/DISP
Display indicators off
SET/DISP
Monitor screen off
PLAY mode
Display indicators on (page E-26)
SET/DISP
PLAY Mode details on (page E-27)
SET/DISP
IMPORTANT!
• The histogram does not appear for movie images
(page E-101).
SET/DISP
Histogram display on (page E-106)
SET/DISP
Display indicators off
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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
Flash on indicator
Red eye reduction indicator
Battery capacity
Macro mode indicator
Self-timer time settings
Remaining number of
number
images/Image number
Operation Indicator Lamp
Operation lamp
The Operation lamp shows the
operational status of the camera
as described below.
REC mode
Lamp
Color
One of the following operations is in progress: start
Green
up, save (multiple), movie recording (PAST)
standby
• The camera is ready to record when the lamp is off.
Flashing
Partial Shutter Release Button
Lamp
Color
Green
Auto focus operation
complete.
On
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MENU
Operation lamp
Flashing
Auto focus operation
failed.
GETTING ACQUAINTED
Flash lamp
Flash lamp
The Flash lamp also lights and
flashes during a record operation
as described below.
MENU
REC mode
Lamp Color
Amber
Flashing
Flash is charging.
Partial Shutter Release 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.
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
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GETTING ACQUAINTED
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
Triangular ring
Lens cap holder
Attach the lens cap holder to the ring. This protects against
accidental loss of the lens cap.
IMPORTANT!
• 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 Neck Strap
Attach the strap as shown in the illustration below.
Neck Strap ring
Triangular ring
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