Casio QV-5700 User Manual

Digital Camera

QV-5700

User’s Guide

Congratulations upon your selection of the new CASIO Digital Camera. 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.

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2 INTRODUCTION

Quick Reference .......................................................... 6

Getting Ready 6 Recording an Image 7 Viewing (Playing Back) an Image 8 Deleting an Image 9

Features ......................................................................11

Recording Features 13

Precautions ................................................................ 14

General Precautions 14 Operating conditions 15 Condensation 15 Lens Precautions 16 About the camera’s backlight… 16

17 GETTING ACQUAINTED

General Guide ............................................................ 17

Front 17 Back 18 Side 19 Bottom 19 Open Terminal Panel Cover 19

Mode Dials ................................................................. 20

Using the Control Button............................................ 21

Monitor Screen Indicators .......................................... 22

REC mode 22 PLAY mode 23 Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 24

Indicator display ......................................................... 24

Operation Indicator Lamp .......................................... 25

Operation/card access lamp 25 Flash Charge lamp 26 AF Assist Light/Self-timer Lamp 26

Using the Bundled Accessories ................................. 27

Attaching the Neck Strap 27 Adjusting the Length of the Neck Strap 27 Using the Lens Cap 28

Power Requirements ................................................. 29

Loading Batteries 29 Battery Handling Precautions 32 Low Battery Indicator 33 Using AC Power 33 Turning the Camera On and Off 35 Power Save Settings 35

Memory Cards............................................................ 37

Inserting a Memory Card into the Camera 37 Removing a Memory Card from the Camera 38 Formatting a Memory Card 39 Memory Card Precautions 40 IBM Microdrive Precautions 41

Menu Screens ............................................................ 42

Setting the Current Date and Time............................ 43

Setting the Date and Time 43 Selecting the Date Format 44

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45 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Using the Full Auto Mode........................................... 45

Recording Precautions 47 Focusing 47 About Auto Focus 48 Image Recording when the Batteries are Low 48 About the REC Mode Monitor Screen 49

Using Optical Zoom ................................................... 49

Using the Viewfinder for Recording ........................... 51

Using the Self-timer ................................................... 52

Camera Orientation Detection ................................... 53

54 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Recording a Single Image (1-Image) ........................ 54

Previewing the Last Image Recorded 54 Deleting the Last Image Recorded in the REC Mode 55

Using the Flash .......................................................... 55

Selecting the Flash Mode 55 Flash Status Indicators 56 Adjusting the Flash Intensity 57 Changing the Sync Speed 57 Selecting a Flash Sync Setting 58 Precautions when Using Flash 60

Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 61

Using Auto Focus (Multi-area Auto Focus) 62 Using the Spot Auto Focus Mode 63 Using the Manual Focus Mode 64

Using the Infinity Mode 65 Using the Macro Mode 65 Using Focus Lock 66 Expanding the Focus Area 67 Camera Shake Indicator 67

Selecting the Metering Mode ..................................... 68

Selecting White Balance ............................................ 69

Adjusting White Balance Manually 70

Using AE Lock ............................................................ 71

Exposure Compensation............................................ 72

Using the Histogram .................................................. 74

Using Digital Zoom..................................................... 75

Instant Setup Using the Best Shot Mode .................. 76

Copying a Scene from the CD-ROM Best Shot Library 77 Registering Your Own Best Shot Scenes 80 Specifying the Location of Best Shot Mode Scenes 81

Specifying the Exposure Mode .................................. 82

Full Auto 82 Program AE 83 Aperture Priority AE 84 Shutter Speed Priority AE 85 Manual Exposure 87

Using the Continuous Shutter Mode.......................... 88

Using the AEB (Automatic Exposure Bracketing) Mode ...

To configure AEB Mode settings 89 To record an image using AEB 90

Creating a Panorama ................................................. 91

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Recording a Movie ..................................................... 93

REC Mode Camera Settings ..................................... 94

Specifying Image Size and Quality 94 Specifying Sensitivity 96 Enhancing Certain Colors 96 Using the Filter Function 97 Specifying Color Saturation 98 Specifying Contrast 98 Specifying Outline Sharpness 99 Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off 99 Inserting a Time Stamp into an Image 100 Specifying Power On Default Settings 101 Resetting the Camera 102

Using the Remote Shutter Release ......................... 103

Using an External Flash........................................... 104

External Flash Unit Requirements 104 Attaching an External Flash Unit 104

Attaching a Conversion Lens,

Close-up Lens, or Filter ........................................... 106

Installing a Conversion Lens or Close-up Lens 106 Using a Filter 108

109 PLAYBACK

Basic Playback Operation........................................ 109

Playing a Movie.........................................................110

Playing a Panorama.................................................. 111

Enlarging the Playback Image ..................................112

Displaying the 9-image View ....................................113

Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View 114

Displaying the Histogram and

Other Image Information ...........................................115

Using the Slide Show Feature ..................................117

Resizing an Image ....................................................118

119 DELETING IMAGES

Deleting the Displayed Image...................................119

Deleting Selected Images ........................................ 120

Deleting All Images in Selected Folders.................. 121

Deleting All Unprotected Images ............................. 122

123 MANAGING IMAGES

Folders and Files...................................................... 123

Folders 123 Files 124

Protecting Images Against Deletion......................... 125

Protecting Selected Images 125 Protecting and Unprotecting All Images in Selected

Folders 126

Protecting and Unprotecting All Images 127

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DPOF........................................................................ 127

Making DPOF Settings for Particular Images 128 Making DPOF Settings for Particular Folders 129 Making DPOF Settings of All Images on the

Memory Card 129

PRINT Image Matching II .......................................... 130

Exif Print ................................................................... 131

132 OTHER SETTINGS

Changing the Menu Language ................................ 132

Installing a Different Language Set 132

Turning the Confirmation Beep On and Off............. 136

137 CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT

Connecting to a Television....................................... 137

Selecting the Video Output Signal Mode 138

Connecting to a Computer ....................................... 139

Installing the Software from the CD-ROM 139 About the bundled CD-ROM 139 Computer System Requirements 140 Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows 141 Installing Software from the CD-ROM on a Macintosh 143 Installing Software 143 Transferring Files to a Computer 147

Using a Memory Card to Transfer Image Data ....... 149

Memory Card Data 150 DCF Protocol 150 Memory Card File Structure 151 Image Files Supported by the Camera 152 Precautions when Using a Memory Card

on a Computer 153

Using the HTML Card Browser ................................ 154

Specifying the Card Browser Type 154 Viewing Card Browser File Contents 156 Saving Card Browser Files 158

159 REFERENCE

Camera Menus......................................................... 159

REC mode 159 PLAY mode 160

Mode Settings .......................................................... 161

Settings in Each Mode 161 Drive Mode + Exposure Mode Combinations 162

Full Auto Mode Settings........................................... 163

Menu Settings 163 Non-Menu Settings 163

Troubleshooting........................................................ 164

Messages 167

Specifications ........................................................... 169

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Quick Reference

Getting Ready

Load batteries.

12 3

Set the current time and date.

(page 29)

Insert the memory card.

(page 37)

(page 43)

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Recording an Image (page 45)

Remove the lens cap from the lens.

Align the exposure mode dial with (Full Auto Mode).

Align the drive mode dial with (1-Image).

Use the Diopter Dial to adjust the view through the viewfinder to suit your particular eyesight. (page 51)

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.

Align the power/function switch with .

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.

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Viewing (Playing Back) an Image (page 109)

Align the power/function switch with .

Rock the control button to the left or right to scroll through stored images on the monitor screen.

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Deleting an Image (page 119)

Double check to make sure that you really want to delete the image you selected.

• You can exit the image delete operation by pressing AE-L .

Press AE-L .

Align the power/function switch with .

Rock the control button to the left or right to scroll through stored images and display the one you want to delete.

Rock the control button down to select “Yes” and then click the control button.

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• The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.

• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this manual.

• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of the QV-5700.

• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or losses suffered by you or any third party due to the use of Photo Loader, Photohands and/or Panorama Editor.

• 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.

• CompactFlashTM and the logo are registered trademarks of SanDisk Corporation.

• Windows, Internet Explorer, and DirectX are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

• Acrobat and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

• The USB driver (mass storage) uses Phoenix Technologies Ltd. software. Compatibility Software Copyright C 1997

• Other company, product and service names used herein may also be trademarks or service marks of others.

• Photo Loader, Photohands and Panorama Editor are the property of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except as stipulated above, all copyrights and other related rights to these applications revert to CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.

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Features

• High-resolution 5.0 megapixel CCD (5.36 million total pixels) Record images that capture everything from delicate skin tone nuances to all the fine detail of natural scenery.

• Canon F2.0 wide-aperture lens Provides high contrast and captures the most delicate of nuances.

• World’s first digital soft focus Creates stunning effects for portraits and floral shots.

• Real-time histogram Quickly and easily obtains exactly the exposure you want, even under difficult lighting conditions.

• Easy-to-understand control panel Aperture, shutter speed, focus and other settings can be seen at a glance, even when the monitor screen is turned off.

• Dual dial operation A pair of dials helps to make drive mode and exposure mode settings quick and easy.

• AF assist light Improves auto focus accuracy when shooting under dim lighting.

• Multi-area AF Helps to prevent out-of-focus areas in an image.

• Focus area expansion Makes it easier achieve the focus you want.

• Image preview Provides instant preview of an image you just recorded.

• 1.8-inch TFT low-glare color LCD (HAST) monitor screen

• 9.6X seamless digital zoom 3X digital zoom, 3.2X digital zoom

• External flash connectability

• 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.

• PRINT Image Matching II Compatible Images include PRINT Image Matching II data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching II reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you intended when you recorded them.

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• 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 Connects to your TV for big-screen viewing of images.

• USB compatibility Connects to your computer for quick and easy image exchange.

• Image management and manipulation software The QV-5700 comes bundled with a CD-ROM that’s packed with useful software: Photo Loader for transferring images to your computer, Photohands* for editing and printing images, and Panorama Editor* for stitching images into panoramas. Other bundled... * Windows version only.

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Recording Features

Best Shot Mode

page 76

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)

Automatically records multiple images at different exposure settings.

page 89

Panorama Mode

Stitches multiple images into a sweeping panorama.

page 91

Movie Mode

page 93

Five focus modes

Multi-area AF, Spot AF, Manual, Infinity, Macro

page 62 to 65

Three metering modes

Multi-pattern, Center-weighted, Spot

page 68

Five exposure modes

Full auto, Program AE, aperture priority AE, shutter speed priority AE, manual exposure

page 82 to 87

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Precautions

General Precautions

Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the QV-5700.

All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the camera” refer to the CASIO QV-5700 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 (3.3´) 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 aircraft or in any other areas where its use is prohibited. Doing so can result in an accident.

• Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can cause the 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 (32°F to 104°F).

• Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas. — In areas subject to direct sunlight — In areas subject to high humidity or dust — Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to

temperature extremes

— Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the

sun

— In areas subject to strong vibration

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.

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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 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.

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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