Casio QV-7000SX User Manual
LCD Digital Camera
QV-7000SX
Owner's Manual
QUICK REFERENCE
Loading Batteries (page 27)
Be sure to load the four AA size batteries that come with the camera before using it.
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If you need help with
your camera, please
call: 1(800)435-7732
QUICK REFERENCE
Recording Images (page 37)
Be sure to perform the following operations after replacing batteries or loading batteries for the first time.
• Set the camera’s built-in clock (page 34).
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After composing the image on the
monitor screen, press the shutter button about half way and hold it there.
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The camera’s Auto Focus feature automatically
focuses the image.
5
After confirming that the Auto Focus
operation is complete (the operation
indicator lights green), press the shutter
button all the way down to record the image.
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1
LOCK
3
LOCK
1
2
On the bottom of the camera, slide the battery compartment cover lock towards the
front of the camera (
Grasping both sides of the battery compartment cover, swing it open (
•Be sure to use alkaline, lithium or Ni-MH batteries. Never use manganese batteries.
•Make sure the battery compartment cover is locked securely. Failure to do so can result in the cover
opening, creating the danger of personal injury and corruption of image data.
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) to release the cover.
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11
2 32 3
2 3)
.
2 32 3
Load batteries so their plus (+) and minus (–) ends are facing
as shown in the illustration.
Close the battery compartment cover (
the battery compartment cover lock towards the back of the
camera to lock the cover in place (
33
3
).
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), and then slide
1
2
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QUICK REFERENCE
Playing Back Images (page 67)
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Use [+] and [–] to scroll
through the images stored
in camera memory.
2
Slide the POWER Switch in the
direction indicated by arrow.
• The image you recorded appears
on the monitor screen.
2
Operation indicator
1
Slide the Function
Switch to REC.
3
Slide the POWER Switch in
the direction indicated by
arrow to turn on the camera.
2
Set the dial to
for normal recording.
1
Slide the Function
Switch to PLAY.
The camera may contain pre-recorded demonstration images
when you purchase it. To delete these images, see page 5.
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4
3
Use [+] and [–] to select
DELETE, and then press
the shutter button.
Use [+] and [–] to select
PAGE, and then press the
shutter button.
Use [+] and [–] to select
the image you want to
delete.
QUICK REFERENCE
Deleting Images (page 92)
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2
Press MENU.
Press the shutter button to delete
the selected image.
You can continue deleting operation.
To exit deleting operation, press MENU.
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1
Slide the Function
Switch to PLAY.
4
Double check to make
sure that you really want
to delete the image you
selected.
*
Press MENU to exit the image
delete operation.
INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
2 QUICK REFERENCE
9 FEATURES
11 PRECAUTIONS
15 UNPACKING
Connecting the Strap ........................................... 15
Using the Soft Case............................................. 17
18 GENERAL GUIDE
Top and Display................................................... 18
Bottom ................................................................. 18
Lens ..................................................................... 18
Dial ...................................................................... 19
21 MONITOR SCREEN
Recording Mode .................................................. 21
Playback Mode .................................................... 22
23 MEMORY CARDS
To insert a memory card into the camera ............ 23
To remove a memory card from the camera........ 24
Formatting a Memory Card.................................. 25
27 POWER SUPPLY
To load batteries .................................................. 27
Using AC Power .................................................. 30
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Congratulations upon your selection of the QV-7000SX LCD Digital Camera.
To get the most out of the QV-7000SX, be sure to carefully read this manual and follow the instructions contained in it.
34 SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIME
To set the date and time ...................................... 34
To select the date format ..................................... 35
37 RECORDING
Using the Shutter Button ..................................... 37
Basic Recording Operation.................................. 37
Using Focus Lock ................................................ 40
Using the Flash.................................................... 41
Changing the Lens Orientation ............................ 43
Resolution Settings.............................................. 44
Exposure Compensation ..................................... 45
47 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Using the Zoom Feature ...................................... 47
Manual Focus ...................................................... 49
Using the Macro Feature ..................................... 50
Movie Recording.................................................. 50
Panorama Recording........................................... 52
Sports Mode ........................................................ 53
Night Mode .......................................................... 54
Sepia Recording .................................................. 55
Monochrome Recording ...................................... 56
Using the Self-timer ............................................. 56
Using the Timer ................................................... 57
Using the Record Menu ....................................... 59
67 PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation ................................... 67
Playing Back a Movie .......................................... 68
Panorama Playback ............................................ 71
Using Zoom ......................................................... 74
Displaying Multiple Images .................................. 75
Auto Play ............................................................. 76
Screen Saver ....................................................... 78
80 EDITING IMAGES
Adding a Title to an Image................................... 80
84 USING FOLDERS
Recording an Image in a Specific Folder............. 84
Selecting a Folder to Save Images...................... 84
To Move a Single Image from One Folder to
Another ............................................. 85
To Move All the Contents in One Folder to
Another Folder.................................. 87
88 IMAGE PROTECTION
To Protect and Unprotect a Single Image............ 88
To Protect and Unprotect Folders........................ 89
To Protect and Unprotect All Images on
the Memory Card.............................. 91
92 DELETING IMAGES
To Delete a Single Image .................................... 92
To Delete All the Images in a Folder .................... 94
To Delete All Unprotected Images ....................... 95
CONTENTS
96 CONNECTIONS
VIDEO OUT Terminal .......................................... 96
DIGITAL Terminal................................................. 97
98 CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT
To Connect to a Television................................... 98
To Change the Video Output Mode ..................... 99
To Connect to a QV Color Printer...................... 100
Connecting to a Personal Computer ................. 101
102 INFRARED DATA TRANSFER
Receiving Data .................................................. 102
Sending Data ..................................................... 104
Transferring Images Using PC Link Software.... 109
111 USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR
COMPUTER
Setting Up to Access CompactFlash Card
Contents From Your Computer........ 111
HTML File Generator ..........................................114
118 TROUBLESHOOTING
122 MESSAGES
124 SPECIFICATIONS
CONTENTS
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility
for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this
manual.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility
for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise
through the use of the QV-7000SX.
• 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 is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer,
Inc.
• COMPACTFLASH™ and
marks of SanDisk Corporation.
• IrDA communications use Phoenix Technologies Ltd. protocol software.
Compatibility Software Copyright (C) 1997
Phoenix Technologies Ltd., All Rights Reserved.
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logo are registered trade-
FEATURES
Optical Zoom
Optical zoom lets you magnify an image to twice its normal
size. Using optical zoom in combination with digital zoom
lets you zoom up to 8X.
Quick and easy dial operation
Simply rotate the dial to select the Sports Mode, Night Mode,
Sepia, Monochrome, Titling and more.
Powerful image playback features
Playback features include Movie for animated images, Panorama for linking of multiple images into a single panorama,
and Multi-Page for viewing of multiple images on a single
screen.
Setup Memory
Once you register camera settings into Setup Memory, a
simple operation returns the camera to the registered settings in an instant.
On-the-spot viewing of images as soon
as you shoot them
A built in high-definition (approximately 120,000 pixels) 2.5inch low-glare TFT LCD provides easy viewing, even under
bright light.
REC PLAY
DISP
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FEATURES
Memory card transfer of images to your
computer
Images are recorded onto a CompactFlash memory card,
which can be used to transfer images to a personal computer.
HTML Index File
View all images, grouped by folder, on a single screen.
PRECAUTIONS
General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the QV-7000SX.
All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the camera” refer to the CASIO QV-7000SX 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.
• 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.
• 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.
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PRECAUTIONS
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, 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.
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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Monitor Screen
Recording
The image shown on the monitor screen during recording is
intended for composition purposes only, so its resolution
does not match that of the image as it is recorded. The image is recorded in accordance with the resolution setting
made with the procedure under “Resolution Settings” on
page 44. Monitor screen refresh speed varies according to
the relative brightness of the subject.
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.
• The message “PREVIEW” appears on a TV or CRT screen
when a preview image is on the screen during output to the
VIDEO OUT terminal.
• The display area of the image shown on the monitor screen
is slightly smaller than the actual full image.
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.
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PRECAUTIONS
GUIDELINES LAID DOWN BY FCC RULES FOR USE OF
THIS UNIT IN THE U.S.A. (not applicable to other areas).
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B peripheral, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Properly shielded cables with ferrite core must be used for connection
to host computer and/or peripherals in order to meet FCC emission
limits.
THE SPECIAL CONNECTION CABLE THAT COMES WITH QV-Link SOFTWARE
FCC WARNING
THE SPECIAL VIDEO CABLE THAT COMES WITH THE CAMERA
----- THE CAMERA TO A VIDEO IN TERMINAL OF A COMPUTER
----- THE CAMERA TO A PROPER TERMINAL OF A COMPUTER
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Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: QV-7000SX
Trade Name: CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.
Responsible party: CASIO INC.
Address: 570 MT. PLEASANT AVENUE,
Telephone number: 973-361-5400
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
DOVER,NEW JERSEY 07801
QV-7000SX
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
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
Manual
2-Way Shoulder/
Wrist Strap
Video cable
Connecting the Strap
Attaching the Strap
The two-way strap that comes with the camera can be used
either as a shoulder strap or a wrist strap. Pass the wrist
strap through the hole on the side of the camera as shown in
the illustration.
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UNPACKING
Using the Strap as a Wrist Strap
Detach the upper strap from the main strap (Figure 1), and
then attach the two buckles of the main strap to each other
(Figure 2).
Press the buckles together until they snap securely into
place.
upper strap
(Figure 1) (Figure 2)
main strap
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Using the Strap as a Shoulder Strap
Attach the strap to the camera so the shoulder pad is on the
inside of the loop.
IMPORTANT!
• Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist whenever
using the camera to protect against accidentally dropping it.
• The supplied strap is intended for use with this camera only. Do not use for any other application.
• Never swing the camera around by the strap.
• Allowing the camera to swing freely from your neck
can result in damage to the camera due to its bumping
against other objects. It also creates the danger of the
camera becoming caught in a door or on other objects, resulting in personal injury.
UNPACKING
Using the Soft Case
Keep the camera in its soft case to protect it when not in use.
Monitor screen
facing down
loop
The soft case protects the camera against damage when it is
dropped. Be sure to pass the strap through the loop on the
soft case and keep the camera in its case when you are not
using it.
GENERAL GUIDE
The following illustrations show the names of each component, button and switch on the camera.
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Bottom
8
7
1
0
9
2
4
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A
O P Q
1
LCD
2
MENU button
3
[–]
4
[+]
5
Dial
6
Operation indicator
7
(FLASH/Tran-P
SEND) button
8
9
0
A
(FOCUS/Tran-P RECEIVE)
button
(SELF-TIMER/
FOLDER) button
DISP button
Function Switch
Tripod hole
O
P
Battery compartment
lock
Q
Battery compartment
cover
LensTop and Display
B
I
E G
C
FH
D
J
K
L
N
M
Opening the Terminal Panel Cover
POWER Switch
B
Shutter button
C
AC Power terminal
D
VIDEO OUT terminal
E
DIGITAL terminal
F
Terminal panel cover
G
Flash
H
ZOOM slider
I
Infrared port
J
MEMORY card slot cover
K
Distance sensor
L
Light sensor
M
Lens
N
Dial
Setup .....................
Timer Recording ....
Night Mode ............
Sports Mode ..........
Normal Recording ..
Movie Recording....
Selects power save, setup
memory (page 32)
For image recording using
the timer (page 57)
Enters the Night Mode.
(page 54)
Enters the Sports Mode.
(page 53)
For normal photography
(page 37)
For selecting the movie time
(page 50)
GENERAL GUIDE
Panorama ..............
Recording
Title Recording ......
Monochrome..........
Recording
Sepia Recording ....
For panorama recording
(page 52)
For title recording (page
80)
For monochrome recording
(page 56)
For sepia recording (page
55)
IMPORTANT!
The message “DIAL” appears on the monitor screen
if the dial setting is wrong.
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GENERAL GUIDE
Operation Indicator
• The operation indicator shows the operational status of the
camera as described below.
Operation indicator
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Operation Indicator
Record Mode
Indicator
Color
Green
Amber
Red
Playback Mode
Indicator
Color
Green
Red
Low Battery Warning
Lights (red), after which camera power turns off automatically.
On Flashing
Auto Focus operation
complete
Exposure warning
Cannot focus
Memory full
Cannot charge the flash
On
(when connecting video cable)
Playing back
Low battery
Please wait
(after power on)
Image store
operation in progress
Flash is charging
Memory error
Flashing
Please wait
(after power on)
MONITOR SCREEN
Pressing DISP causes various indicators to appear on the
monitor screen.
DISP
DISP button
Recording Mode
Self-timer
Macro mode indicator
Flash Mode
Auto None
Flash On
Flash Off
Red-eye
reduction
Camera shake
indicator
Movie time
Battery capacity
Recording Mode
Spot metering area
EV shift
Manual mode indicator
Remaining number
of pages
Mode
(SUPER FINE)
(FINE)
(NORMAL)
(ECONOMY)
Folder name
Digital zoom
factor
Date and time
(date and time of recording)
MONITOR SCREEN
Screen when shutter is pressed half way
Flash Mode ( )
Auto Focus Frame
• Focusing complete:
Green
• Focusing failed:
Red/White
Flash indicator appears to indicate that flash will be fired
(when auto flash is selected).
Recording Mode Indicators
Normal
Movie
Sports
Sepia
Timer
Panorama
Title
Night
Monochrome
Playback Mode
Protect indicator
Battery capacity
Pages
Mode
(SUPER FINE)
(FINE)
(NORMAL)
(ECONOMY)
Folder name
Date and time
(date and time of
recording)
MEMORY CARDS
This camera uses a memory card (CompactFlash cards) for
image memory.
A memory card is loaded in the camera when you purchase
it.
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.
To insert a memory card into the camera
1.
Open the 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.
3.
Close the memory card
slot cover.
Surface marked
with arrow
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MEMORY CARDS
To remove a memory card from the camera
1.
Open the memory card
slot cover.
2.
Press the eject button so
it extends from the camera.
3.
Press the eject button
once again to eject the
card.
Eject button
4.
Remove the memory
card.
5.
Close the memory card
slot cover.
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NOTE
To ensure proper performance, be sure to use only
CASIO brand CompactFlash cards: CF-4x (4MB), CF8x (8MB), CF-15x (15MB), CF-30x (30MB) or CF-48x
(48MB).
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.
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.
• 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.
To format a memory card
1.
Slide the Function Switch
to PLAY.
REC PLAY
MEMORY CARDS
2.
Press MENU.
3.
Use [+] and [–] to select
SETUP, and then press
the shutter button.
4.
Use [+] and [–] to select
FORMAT, and then press
the shutter button.
5.
Use [+] and [–] to select FORMAT, and then
press the shutter button.
MEMORY CARDS
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 (page 122). 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
computer’s 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.
Memory Card Folder Precautions
• Folders (directories) are automatically created if the card
you are using does not already have similarly named folders (page 84).
• Up to 250 images can be stored in a single folder. Though
it is possible to put more than 250 images into a folder on
your computer, the camera will not display images past
250.
• Image files in camera memory are assigned names made
up of the date (first five characters) plus a three-digit number and the extension JPG. Names do not change when
you move or delete folders.
< Example >
001. JPG
Day: 01 to 31
Month: 1 to 9, A, B, C
Year: 98, 99, 00, 01 to 49
(OCT) (NOV) (DEC)
(2000)
POWER SUPPLY
The camera features a two-way power supply that lets you
use either batteries (AA-size alkaline, lithium or Ni-MH) or
household AC current.
To load batteries
Be sure that camera power is turned off whenever loading or
replacing batteries.
1.
On the bottom of the
camera, slide the battery
compartment cover lock
towards the front of the
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camera (
1) to release
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the cover.
2.
Grasping both sides of
the battery compartment
cover, swing it open (
33
).
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3.
Load batteries so their
plus (+) and minus (–)
ends are facing as
shown in the illustration.
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22
2
22
1
LOCK
2
4.
Close the battery compartment cover (
and then slide the battery compartment cover
lock towards the back of
the camera to lock the
cover in place (
Be sure to use alkaline, lithium or Ni-MH batteries.
Never use manganese batteries (see precautions on
the next page).
• Make sure the battery compartment cover is locked securely. Failure to do so can result in the cover opening,
creating the danger of personal injury and corruption of
image data.
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3
33
1 21 2
1 2
1 21 2
).
),
3
1
LOCK
25
2
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POWER SUPPLY
Standard Battery Life
This camera can be powered using AA-size alkaline, lithium
or Ni-MH batteries.
The battery life reference 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 perform the amount of service
indicated. Battery life is reduced by low temperatures and
continued use.
Type of
Operation
Continuous
Playback
Continuous
Recording
• The above figures are approximations only.
• The above guidelines are based on the following battery
• Battery life varies with brand.
• Figures are based on continuous recording under the fol-
Regardless of use of the camera’s flash, zoom function,
turning on and off the POWER Switch, as well as other operating conditions may affect the above values.
AA-size Alkaline
Batteries LR6
80 minutes
210 shots
types:
Alkaline: MX1500 (AA) DURACELL ULTRA
Lithium: Fuji Film
Ni-MH (Nickel-metal hydride): CASIO NP-H3
lowing conditions.
Flash turned off
One zoom slider switching between T (Telephoto) and W
(Wide-angle)
AA-size Lithium
Batteries FR6
190 minutes
590 shots
AA-size Ni-MH
110 minutes
360 shots
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● 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.
• 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.
Nickel-metal hydride Batteries (4-battery set)/Quick
Charger Set BC-1HB4
Nickel-metal hydride Batteries (4-battery set) NP-H3P4
● Tips for Prolonging Battery Life
button to turn off the flash when you are not using
• Use the
it.
Battery Handling Precautions
Incorrect use or handling of batteries can cause them to leak
or burst and seriously damage 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
danger of fire or personal injury.
CAUTION
• Always make sure that the positive (+) and
negative (–) 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.
• 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.
POWER SUPPLY
• 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 this camera normally become
warm when they lose power. This does not indicate malfunction.
Low Battery Indicator
The battery capacity indicator in the lower left of the monitor
screen (shown only when image information display is
turned on) changes to “
low. If you continue to use the camera, a battery warning
indicator “
screen, and then camera power will automatically turn off. If
this happens, replace all four batteries with new ones as
soon as possible.
” will appear in the center of the monitor
” whenever battery power goes
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POWER SUPPLY
Auto Power Off
(Battery Powered Operation Only)
Power automatically turns off whenever you do not perform
any camera operation for a specific period. See page 32 for
details about how you can specify the Auto Power Off time.
• To restore power, simply slide the POWER Switch again.
IMPORTANT!
The Auto Power Off function does not operate under the
following conditions.
• During Auto Play (page 76)
• While the camera is being operated from a computer
or printer over a cable connection or infrared connection (page 100, 101).
• Whenever the AC adaptor is connected to the camera.
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Using AC Power
Use the optional AC adaptor (AD-C620) to power the camera from standard AC power.
AC adaptor
AC outlet
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.
• Should the cord of the AC adaptor become
CAUTION
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.
AC power
terminal
• Always be sure to use the AD-C620 AC adaptor only. Using any other AC adaptor can cause
damage to the camera not covered by the warranty.
• When unplugging the AC adaptor from the wall
socket, be sure to grasp the adaptor (not the
CAUTION
cord).
• Avoid any undue bending, pulling, and twisting
of the AC adaptor’s cord, and never try to
lengthen the cord by splicing it with other wire.
• Be sure to turn power off 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
don’t, the camera will turn off automatically when you disconnect the AC adaptor. Even so, you 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 use turn off the POWER Switch of the camera and
unplug adaptor from the AC outlet.
• The camera automatically switches over to AC adaptor
powered operations 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.
POWER SUPPLY
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POWER SUPPLY
Power Save Settings
The settings described below let you specify sleep and auto
power off trigger times that help to conserve valuable battery
power.
SLEEP .................. The monitor screen enters a sleep state
AUTO
POWER OFF ........ Auto Power Off turns off camera power if
if no operation is performed for a specified amount of time in the Record Mode.
Full power is restored when you press
the shutter button. You can specify 30
seconds, 1 minute, or 2 minutes before
the sleep state is triggered, or you can
turn off this setting entirely.
no operation is performed for a specified
amount of time. You can specify 2 minutes, 5 minutes, or 10 minutes before
AUTO POWER OFF is triggered, or you
can turn off this setting entirely.
• AUTO POWER OFF takes priority
when both SLEEP and AUTO POWER
OFF are both set for a 2-minute trigger
time. This means camera power turns
off if no operation is performed after
two minutes.
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To set SLEEP and AUTO POWER OFF trigger times
1.
Slide the Function Switch to REC.
2.
Align the dial with .
3.
Use [+] and [–] to select
POWER SAVE, and then
press the shutter button.
4.
Use [+] and [–] to select SLEEP or AUTO
POWER OFF.
5.
Press the shutter button to cycle through the
available settings until the one you want is on
the monitor screen.
6.
When the settings are the way you want them,
press MENU to exit the setting operation.
Initializing Power Save Trigger Times
Use the following procedure to return SLEEP and AUTO
POWER OFF trigger time settings to their initial factory defaults (SLEEP: 1 minute, AUTO POWER OFF: 2 minutes).
To initialize power save trigger times
1.
Slide the Function Switch to REC.
2.
Align the dial with .
• Use [+] and [–] to select POWER SAVE, and then
press DISP to initialize the power save trigger time
settings.
POWER SUPPLY
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!
If you do not set the camera's 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.
To set the date and time
1.
Slide the Function Switch to PLAY.
2.
Press MENU.
3.
Use [+] and [–] to select
SETUP, and then press
the shutter button.
4.
Use [+] and [–] to select
DATE, and then press
the shutter button.
5.
Use [+] and [–] to select
ADJUST, and then press
the shutter button.
6.
Set the current date and time.
• Use [+] and [–] to select the setting that is highlighted
on the monitor screen, and then press the shutter
button to advance to the next setting. Repeat this for
all of the settings on the monitor screen.
7.
After making all the settings on the monitor
screen, press MENU to register them.
SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIME
To select the date format
Example: May 12, 1999
You can select any one of the following formats for the above
date: 1999/5/12, 12/5/1999, 5/12/1999.
1.
Slide the Function Switch to PLAY.
2.
Press MENU.
3.
Use [+] and [–] to select
SETUP, and then press
the shutter button.
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SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIME
4.
Use [+] and [–] to select
DATE, and then press
the shutter button.
5.
Use [+] and [–] to select
STYLE, and then press
the shutter button.
6.
Use [+] and [–] to select the date format you
want, and then press the shutter button.
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RECORDING
Using the Shutter Button
The following steps describe how to operate the shutter button so that Auto Focus has a chance to focus the image.
1.
Press the shutter button about half way.
• The Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image.
2.
Press the shutter button as far as it will go to
record the image.
RECORDING
Basic Recording Operation
The following describes the basic operation for recording
images.
1.
Slide the Function
Switch to REC.
• The REC position selects the Record Mode, while
PLAY selects the Playback Mode.
2.
Rotate the dial so its
(normal recording)
setting is aligned with
the dot on the top of the
camera.
• You can perform step 2 before step 1, if you want.
3.
Slide the POWER Switch
in the direction indicated
by the arrow.
REC PLAY
F
O
/
N
O
R
E
W
F
P
O
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RECORDING
• The POWER Switch returns to its original position
when you release it.
• Turning on power enters the normal Recording Mode.
• If power turns off, slide the POWER Switch again to
turn it back on.
4.
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.
• The operation indicator lights green and the Auto Focus Frame in the monitor screen turns green when the
Auto Focus operation is complete.
• Take care to avoid blocking the lens, distance sensor
or light sensor with your fingers.
NO!
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• Carefully press the shutter button, taking care not to
move the camera as you do.
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IMPORTANT!
Auto Focus tends not to work well with the following
types of subjects.
• Solid color walls or objects with little contrast
• Strongly backlit objects
• Polished metal or other brightly reflective objects
• Venetian blinds or other horizontally repeating patterns
• Multiple images that are varying distances from the
camera
• Subjects in poorly lit areas
• Closeup images recorded using digital zoom
These cases may make it impossible for Auto Focus to focus
properly, which is indicated by the operation indicator and
the Auto Focus Frame inside the monitor screen remaining
red. When this happens switch to the Manual Mode for focusing (page 49).
5.
After confirming that the Auto Focus operation
is complete (operation indicator is green),
press the shutter button all the way down to
record the image.
• Pressing the shutter button releases the shutter, even
if Auto Focus was unsuccessful and the image is out
of focus.
• Images you record are stored in the CAMERA folder.
See page 84 for information about how you can
change to another folder to store images.
• Note that you can also select a memory card folder into
which recorded images should be placed (page 84).
CAUTION
• Never open the battery compartment cover, disconnect the AC adaptor from the camera, or unplug the
adaptor from the wall socket while the operation indicator is flashing green. Doing so will not only make
storage of the current image impossible, it can also
corrupt other image data already stored in camera
memory.
• Fluorescent lighting actually flickers at a frequency
that cannot be detected by the human eye. When using the camera indoors under such lighting, you may
experience some brightness or color problems with
recorded images.
RECORDING
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RECORDING
Using Focus Lock
Normally, Auto Focus automatically focuses on the object
that is inside the Auto Focus Frame. Focus lock is a technique that lets you lock the focus on a subject and then move
the camera so the Auto Focus Frame is pointed at another
subject when you record. This keeps the original subject in
focus, even though a different object is within the Auto Focus
Frame.
• The Auto Focus Frame is shown on the monitor screen
only while the shutter button is being held half way down.
• Locking the focus also locks the exposure setting.
1.
Align the Auto Focus
Frame with the subject
you want to lock on and
press the shutter button
half way down.
• The Auto Focus frame turns
green when the image is in
focus.
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2.
While keeping the shutter button depressed
half way, move the camera and compose the image as you want.
3.
Press the shutter button all the way down to
record the image.
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