FujiFilm A101 User Manual

BL00034-200(1

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Warning

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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The graphical symbols are located on the bottom
of the case.

This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing)instructions
in the literature accompanying the
appliance.

For customers in the U.S.A.

FCC Statement

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.

CAUTION

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
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 :

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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.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.

Notes on the Grant:

To comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules, this
product must be used with a Fujifilm-specified
ferrite-core USB cable and DC supply cord.

For customers in Canada

CAUTION

This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

➡

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Please read the Safety Notes
and make sure you understand them

before using the camera.

P.81

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Contents

Warning
Preface
Camera Features and Accessories
Nomenclature

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1 Getting Ready

PREFACE

LOADING THE BATTERIES
LOADING THE SmartMedia™
REMOVING THE SmartMedia™
SWITCHING ON AND OFF
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
USING THE OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTER

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Selecting the Language
Attaching the Strap

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2 Basic Photography

STILL IMAGE MODE

qTAKING PICTURES (AUTO MODE)

■Viewfinder Lamp Display
Number of Available Shots

FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION
r MACRO (CLOSE-UP) PHOTOGRAPHY
DIGITAL ZOOM
3VIEWING YOUR IMAGES (PLAYBACK)

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PLAYBACK ZOOM

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MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK

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ERASING SINGLE FRAME

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3 Advanced Features Photography

ADVANCED FEATURES PHOTOGRAPHY

■Photography mode specifications

STILL IMAGE MODE

SELECTING 1

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION
y FLASH

AUTO Auto Flash Mode

: Red-Eye Reduction

y Forced Flash
u Suppressed Flash
; Slow Synchro

l SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY
a EV (EXPOSURE COMPENSATION)
s WHITE BALANCE

(SELECTING THE LIGHT SOURCE)

MOVIE MODE

MOVIE

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AUTO OR 2 MANUAL

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4 Advanced Features Playback

PLAYING BACK MOVIES

■Playing back movies

PLAYBACK MENU

ERASING SINGLE • ALL

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FRAMES/FORMATTING

f HOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS
f DPOF DATE SETTING
f DPOF SET FRAME

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5 Settings

SETTINGS

USING THE OPTION MENU

djSETTING THE FILE SIZE AND QUALITY

d LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS

SET–UP

POWER SAVE

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■List of settings

■SET–UP menu options

Using SET–UP

(COMPRESSION RATIO)

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6 PC Connection

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IN PC CONNECTION

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DSC (Mass storage device) Mode

PC-CAM (camera) Mode
CONNECTING AT DSC (MASS STORAGE DEVICE) MODE
CONNECTING AT PC-CAMERA MODE
DISCONNECTING FROM THE PC

System Expansion Options
Accessories Guide
Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly
Notes on the Power Supply

Applicable Batteries
Notes on the Batteries

Notes on Using the AC Power Adapter
Notes on the SmartMedia™
Warning Displays
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Explanation of Terms
Safety Notes
EC Declaration of Conformity

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Preface

Camera Features and Accessories

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Test Shots Prior to Photography

For particularly important photographs (such as weddings
and overseas trips), always take a test photograph and view
the image to make sure that the camera is functioning
normally.

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Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. cannot accept liability for any
incidental losses (such as the costs of photography or the
loss of income from photography) incurred as a result of
faults with this product.

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Notes on Copyright

Images recorded using your digital camera system cannot be
used in ways that infringe copyright laws without the consent
of the owner, unless intended only for personal use. Note that
some restrictions apply to the photographing of stage
performances, entertainments and exhibits, even when
intended purely for personal use. Users are also asked to note
that the transfer of memory cards containing images or data
protected under copyright laws is only permissible within the
restrictions imposed by those copyright laws.

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Liquid Crystal

If the LCD monitor or display panel is damaged, take
particular care with the liquid crystal in the monitor or panel.
If any of the following situations arise, take the urgent action
indicated.

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If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin
Wipe the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly with
running water and soap.

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If liquid crystal gets into your eye
Flush the affected eye with clean water for at least
15 minutes and then seek medical assistance.

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If liquid crystal is swallowed

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Flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large

quantities of water and induce vomiting. Then seek
medical assistance.

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Notes on Electrical Interference

If the camera is to be used in hospitals or aircrafts, please
note that this camera may cause interference to other
equipment in the hospital or aircraft. For details, please
check with the applicable regulations.

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Handling Your Digital Camera

This camera contains precision electronic components. To
ensure that images are recorded correctly, do not subject
the camera to impact or shock while an image is being
recorded.

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Trademark Information

h IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International

Business Machines Corp. of the U.S.A.

h

iMac and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc.

h

Windows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft
Corporation of the U.S. registered in the U.S.A. and other
countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the
Microsoft Windows Operating System.

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SmartMedia is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.

h

Other company or product names are trademarks or
registered trademarks of the respective companies.
Trademark Information.

Features Accessories

h Superb high-quality images from the 1.3-megapixel

CCD with RGB Filter and high-resolution Fujinon lens.

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Maximum recording resolution of 1280 × 960 pixels
(approx. 1.23 million pixels)

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Compact and lightweight body

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Wide range of photography applications (includes
Macro function)

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Automatic scene recognition, auto white balance and
AE functions built in

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Automatic high-precision flash built in with extensive
flash control functionality

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2× digital zoom photography and up to 4× zoom
playback functions

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Easy operation using the Mode switch and 4-way

“fg
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” button
Shoots movies (320 × 240 pixels without sound)
USB connection for quick and easy image file
downloading (using the enclosed Interface Set)

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Built-in PC Camera function

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Runs on 2 ordinary AA batteries

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Conforms to the new standard for digital camera file

✽

system

✽ Design rule for Camera File system.

hLR6 AA-size alkaline Batteries (2)

8 MB, 3.3V SmartMedia (1)

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Supplied with:

iAnti-static case (1)
iIndex labels (1)

hHand strap (1)

h

Interface Set (1

• CD-ROM (1)

• Special USB cable with Noise Suppression core (1)

• Software Quick Start Guide (1)

hOwner’s Manual (this manual)(1

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Nomenclature

Viewfinder window

Macro selector button(P.24)

Lens/Lens cover

Movie mode(P.41)

Playback mode(P.26)

Still image mode(P.19)

Self-timer lamp
(P.38)

Flash control

sensor

Flash(P.34)

(Special USB)

socket (P.58)

DC IN 3V

(Power input)

socket(P.18)

Shutter button

POWER switch(P.15)

Mode switch

✽ Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera features.

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Viewfinder lamp(P.21)

Viewfinder(P.20)

LCD monitor(P.20)

Tripod mount

Battery cover

(P.12)

button

DISP button

(P.23 ,28)

MENU/OK button

Strap mount

SmartMedia slot (P.13)

Battery compartment

(P.11)

BACK button

Nomenclature

1 Getting Ready

PREFACE

Attaching the StrapSelecting the Language

Number of remaining shots

You can use the “SET– UP” screen on this
camera to select ENGLISH or FRENCH as the
LANGUAGE used for screen display (➡P.52).
The screens in this manual are shown in
ENGLISH.

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Pass the loop of this cord on the end of the

1

strap through the strap mount.
Then pass the other end of the strap through

2

the loop of the thin cord and pull the strap
tight.

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Gold markingGold marking

LOADING THE BATTERIES

LOADING THE SmartMedia

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Compatible batteries

Use AA-size alkaline batteries (2) or AA-size
nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries (2).

Notes on Handling Batteries

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hIt is recommended that you use same brand

of alkaline batteries as those supplied with the
camera.
Do not use different types of batteries or old

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and new batteries together.
You cannot use lithium, manganese or nickel-

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cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries.
The operating lives of alkaline batteries vary

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between brands and the life of batteries you
purchase may be shorter than the alkaline
batteries provided with the camera. Note also
that due to the nature of alkaline batteries, the
time for which they can be used is shorter in cold
locations (at temperatures of +10°C (+50°F) or
below). Consequently, Ni-MH batteries are
recommended.
Soiling (fingerprints, etc) on the terminals of

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batteries can greatly reduce the time for which
the batteries provide power.
You will need the optional charger (➡P.65) to

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recharge Ni-MH batteries.
See P.68 for notes on using batteries.

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1Slide the battery cover out and lift it open.
2Insert the batteries correctly as indicated by

the polarity icons.

3Close the battery cover.

!

Do not apply excessive force to the battery cover.

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Take care not to drop the batteries when you open

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or close the battery cover.

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You should carry a spare set of batteries (sold

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separately) when taking pictures.

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SmartMedia

■ Only use 3.3V SmartMedia

MG-4S ( 4MB), MG-16SW ( 16MB, ID)
MG-8S ( 8MB), MG-32SW ( 32MB, ID)
MG-16S (16MB), MG-64SW ( 64MB, ID)
MG-32S (32MB), MG-128SW (128MB, ID)
MG-64S (64MB)

!

Image files cannot be recorded or erased if a write-

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protect sticker is affixed to the SmartMedia.

!

Operation of this camera is only guaranteed when it

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is used with FUJIFILM SmartMedia.

!

Some 3.3V SmartMedia are labelled as “3V” or ID”

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cards.

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See P.71 – 72 for more information on SmartMedia.

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sold separately

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02

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Check that the camera is switched off. Then hold the
camera so that the battery cover faces upwards and
slide the cover out to open it.

2Push the SmartMedia firmly into the SmartMedia

slot as far as it will go.
Close the battery cover.

3

!

If you open the battery cover while the camera is still

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switched on, the camera is automatically switched off to
protect the SmartMedia.

!

The SmartMedia will not slide fully into the slot if it is

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inserted facing the wrong way. Be careful not to apply
undue force to the SmartMedia.

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Blank

On Flashing

REMOVING THE SmartMedia

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SWITCHING ON AND OFF

1

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02

1Check that the indicator in the viewfinder is

green and then switch the camera off.

2Always ensure that the battery cover is facing

upwards when you open it.

Never open the battery cover while the camera
is still switched on as this could corrupt the
image files on the SmartMedia or damage the
SmartMedia itself.

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Grip the SmartMedia and pull it out, taking care
that the batteries do not fall out of the camera.

!

To protect the SmartMedia, always store it in the

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special anti-static case.

Printing Images and Downloading

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Images to a PC

hSee P.48, 64 for information on printing

images.

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See P.57 – 64 for information on downloading
images to a PC.

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1

To switch the camera on and off, slide the “POWER”
switch sideways. When you switch the camera on,
the viewfinder lamp lights (green). If the date has
been cleared, a confirmation message appears.

H: The DATE/TIME setting screen appears (➡P.17).
J

: The camera remains in Still image, Movie or

playback mode.

!

If you do not set the date and time, this confirmation

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screen will appear each time you switch the camera on.

!

Take care not to touch the lens when you switch the

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camera on as the lens cover opens when the
camera is switched on.

2

Switch the camera on and check the battery
charge indicator.
1Battery has ample charge (No indicator

displayed).

2The battery charge is low. Have a new set of

batteries ready.

3The battery is exhausted. The display will

shortly go blank and the camera will stop
working. Replace or recharge the battery.

!

In Still Image mode, the LCD monitor stays off when

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you switch the camera on.
See P.23 for information on switching the LCD
monitor on.

!

If the battery charge is depleted, you may not be

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able to switch the LCD monitor on.

Power Save Function

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If the camera is not used for 2 minutes, this
function automatically switches it off.
When this function is enabled, the LCD monitor
switches off to conserve battery power if the
camera is not used in any way for 30 seconds
(See P.56 for details).

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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

0301

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The “SET–UP” screen reappears. Press the
“MENU/OK” button to complete the settings.

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu screen.

2Use “g” button or “f” to select “SET–UP”

from the “dOPTION” menu.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button.

If the date was cleared and you selected

“

H”, proceed from step (➡P.17).

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1The “SET–UP” screen appears. Use “a” or

“b” to select “DATE/TIME”.

2Press “c”.

!

See P.52 for more information on the “dOPTION”

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menu.

!

If at least 10 minutes have passed since the AC

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power adapter was connected or the battery inserted
and date and time set, then those settings will be
maintained for roughly 12 hours even when the
camera has no power supply (when the AC power
adapter is disconnected and the battery is removed).

1Use “d” or “c” to select the desired item and then

use “a” and “b” to correct the setting.

2When you have finished setting the date and time,

press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the setting.

!

If you hold down “a” or “b”, the numbers change

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continuously.

!

When the time displayed passes “12:00:00”, the

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AM/PM setting automatically switches.

!

You cannot set the seconds. To set the time

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precisely, press the “MENU/OK” button when the
time signal reaches zero.

If the date was cleared and you selected

“H

”, the camera switches to photography or

playback mode without returning to the
“SET–UP” screen.

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DC IN 3V Socket

USING THE OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTER

Basic

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Photography

STILL IMAGE MODE

q

TAKING PICTURES (AUTO MODE

)

AC power adapter (optional

Always use a FUJIFILM AC Power Adapter AC­3V (➡P.65).
Use the AC power adapter in situations when a
loss of power will cause problems, such as
during file downloading (via the USB
connection). Using the AC power adapter also
allows you to take pictures and play back
images without worrying about depleting the
batteries.

!

See P.70 for notes on using the AC power adapter.

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!

Only connect or disconnect the AC power adapter

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when the camera is switched off.
Connecting or disconnecting the AC power adapter
while the camera is switched on temporarily
interrupts the power supply to the camera, so that
images or movies being shot at the time are not
recorded. Failing to switch the camera off first can
also result in damage to the SmartMedia or
malfunctions during PC connection.

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Check that the camera is switched off. Plug the
AC power adapter connector into the “DC IN 3V”
socket and then plug the AC power adapter into
the power outlet.

!

The socket-outlet shall installed near the equipment

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and shall be easily accessible.

!

The shape of the plug and socket-outlet depends on

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the country of use.

Connecting the AC power adapter does not
allow you to charge the Ni-MH batteries. Use
the optional charger (
MH batteries.

➡P.65) to charge the Ni-

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Set the Mode switch to “q”.

2To take pictures using the LCD monitor, press

the “DISP” button to switch the LCD monitor on.

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Focal range: Approx. 80 cm (2.6 ft.) to infinity

!

If “ ∞ ”, “` ” or

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¶” is displayed, first wipe the contact

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surface on the SmartMedia (gold-colored area)
thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth and then reload the
SmartMedia. In some cases, you may have to format
the SmartMedia (

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➡P.46).

Loop the strap over your wrist, brace your
elbows firmly against your body and hold the
camera with both hands.

!

For close-up shots, use the Macro setting (➡P.24).

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!

To minimize power consumption, use the viewfinder

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(switch the LCD monitor off) to take pictures.

!

The image will be blurred if the camera moves when

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taking the picture (camera shake). When shooting in

low-light conditions, use the flash (

prevent blurred images due to camera shake.

➡P.34) or a tripod to

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Beep

STILL IMAGE MODE

3

Be careful to ensure that the lens, flash and
flash control sensor are not obscured by your
hands or the camera strap.

!

If the lens, flash or flash control sensor is obscured

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!

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by your fingers or the camera strap, you may not be
able to obtain the correct brightness (exposure) for
your shot.
Check that the lens is clean. If it is dirty, clean the
lens as described on P.67.

q TAKING PICTURES (AUTO MODE

4

Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to locate your
subject in the frame.

!

To frame your shot precisely, you should take the

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picture using the LCD monitor.

!

In some conditions it may be difficult to see your subject

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clearly on the LCD monitor. (Such as in sunny weather
outdoors or when you are shooting dimly lit scenes.) In
such situations, use the viewfinder to take the shot.

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LCD monitor

View Finder

5

When you press the shutter button, the camera
emits a short beep and takes the picture. The
data is then recorded.

!

When you press the shutter button, there is a very

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short delay before the picture is actually taken.

!

The viewfinder lamp flashes orange while the flash is

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charging. If the LCD monitor is switched on, the
screen may go dark for a moment. This is normal
and does not indicate a fault.

!

The flash charging time may increase when the battery

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charge getting lower.

!

Since the amount of image data recorded is not fixed and

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varies depending on the subject (level of image detail,
etc.), the number of available shots may not decrease
after the image is recorded, or may decrease by 2.

!

See P.73 – 74 for information on the warning displays.

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Viewfinder lamp display

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Color Status Meaning

Green Lit

Orange

Flashing

Red Flashing

During image recording, the viewfinder lamp
glows orange and you cannot take pictures.
Note also that switching the camera off or
opening the battery cover during image
recording could corrupt the image files.

Ready to shoot

Image being recorded onto the

Lit

SmartMedia.

Flash charging

h

SmartMedia warning
No SmartMedia loaded,
SmartMedia not formatted,
incorrect format, write-protect
sticker used, SmartMedia full,
SmartMedia error.

✽ When the LCD monitor is

switched on, details of the
warning are displayed on the

➡P.73).

monitor (

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LCD monitor OFF

LCD monitor ON

Framing Guideline displayed

STILL IMAGE MODE

q TAKING PICTURES (AUTO MODE

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FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION

Number of Available Shots

The number of available shots appears on the
LCD monitor.

!

See P.54 for information on changing the File Size

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and Quality settings.

!

The factory default settings at shipment are 1M (File

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Size) and N (Quality: NORMAL).

Use this frame when you want to position your
main subject in the center of the frame or when
you want to align your shot with the horizon.
This feature provides a clear guide to the
subject size and the overall balance of the shot
so that you get exactly the shot you want.

Scene

■ Standard number of shots per SmartMedia

The number of shots may increase or decrease slightly depending on the type of subject. Note also that the larger
the SmartMedia capacity, the greater the discrepancy between the standard number of shots and the actual number
of shots.

File Size

Quality

Image Data Size

MG-4S (4MB

MG-8S (8MB

MG-16S/SW (16MB

MG-32S/SW (32MB

MG-64S/SW (64MB

MG-128SW (128MB

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)

)

)

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FINE

Approx.620KB

6

12

25

50

101

204 398

9 1280 ✕960 0 640 ✕480

NORMAL

Approx.320KB

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25

49

99

198

✽ The number of available shots are shown for formatted SmartMedia.

BASIC

Approx.170KB

23

46

89

180

361

725 997

NORMAL

Approx.130KB

30

61

122

247

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You can select the Framing Guide function in
“q” Photography mode. The mode shown on
the LCD monitor switches each time you press
the “DISP” button. Press the “DISP” button to
display the framing guideline.

!

The framing guideline is not recorded on the image.

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The lines in the scene frame roughly divide the

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recorded pixels into three equal parts horizontally and
vertically. When the image is printed, the resulting
print may be shifted slightly from the scene frame.

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r MACRO

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CLOSE-UP)PHOTOGRAPHY

DIGITAL ZOOM

Selecting Macro mode allows you to take close­up shots. If the flash is set to “AUTO” or “:Red­eye Reduction mode”, it is automatically set to
“uSuppressed Flash mode”.

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Effective Photography Range:

Approx. 8 cm to 13 cm (3.1 in to 5.1 in.).

!

Using the camera width (about 10 cm or 4 in.) as a

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guide, ensure that the distance to the subject is
between 8 cm and 13 cm (3.1 in to 5.1 in.). The
camera will not focus on subjects outside this focal
range.

!

To use the flash, select the “y Forced Flash” or

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; Slow Synchro” setting in the menu screen

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➡P.35, 36). However, you may not be able to obtain

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the correct brightness (exposure) for your shot.

!

When shooting in dark conditions, use a tripod to

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prevent camera shake.

If you use the viewfinder to take a picture in
Macro mode, the field visible through the
viewfinder does not match the field actually
photographed because the viewfinder and lens
are in different positions. Accordingly, you
should use the LCD monitor to take pictures in
Macro mode.

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To switch to Macro mode, slide the Macro selector
switch towards the Macro icon until it stops.

“r” : The “5” icon appears on the LCD monitor

and you can take close-up shots.

“t” : Macro mode is cancelled and the camera

is ready for normal shooting (➡P.19).

!

The LCD monitor automatically switches on.

●

!

You cannot switch the LCD monitor off.

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!

When you cancel Macro mode, the LCD monitor

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remains on.

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You can use the digital zoom function for only
“0” Resolution (File Size) settings. Note that
the digital zoom only functions when you use the
LCD monitor to take shots.
To zoom in on your subject, press “a ”
([TELE). To zoom out, press “b” (]WIDE).

!

You cannot use the digital zoom for resolutions of

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9”.

“

!

See P.54 for information on changing the file size

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setting.

A “zoom bar” appears on the LCD monitor.

h

Digital zoom focal distance (35 mm camera
equivalent)

Equivalent to approx. 36 mm – 72 mm

Max. zoom scale: 2×

2

Normal playback

No text displayed

Multi-frame playback

3 VIEWING YOUR IMAGES (PLAYBACK

)

PLAYBACK ZOOM

1

1Set the Mode switch to “3”.
2You can use “c” and “d” to move forward

and backward respectively through your
images.

!

When you set the Mode switch to “3 ”, the last

●

image shot is displayed.

Images That Can be Viewed on the FinePix A101

◆

You can use this camera to view (excluding some uncompressed data) images recorded on a FinePix
A101 or images recorded onto a 3.3V SmartMedia using a FUJIFILM FinePix series, MX series or DX
series digital camera.

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01 02

2

If you have specified DPOF settings, the “f”
icon is displayed. The LCD monitor display
changes each time you press the “DISP” button.

!

See P.53 and 55 for more information on adjusting

●

the brightness of the LCD monitor.

◆

1 2

Pressing “a” or “ b ” during single-frame
playback zooms in (enlarges) or out on a still
image. When you use this function, a zoom bar
is displayed.

Zoom scales:

h

9 1280 × 960 pixel images: Max 4×
0

640 × 480 pixel images: Max 2×

!

Pressing “ d ” or “ c ” during zooming cancels

●

zooming and moves to the next image.

020301

After you have zoomed in on your image,

1Press the “DISP” button.
2Use “a”, “b”, “d ” and “c” to zoom in on

different parts of the image.

3Press the “DISP” button again to revert to

zoomed display.

!

Press the “BACK” button to return to normal

●

unscaled display.

!

You may not be able to use playback zoom for some

●

images shot on other camera models.

This is useful for such things as checking the
focus after you take a shot.

2

MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK

Normal playback

No text displayed

Multi-frame playback

ERASING SINGLE FRAME

1 2

Pressing the “DISP” button during playback
switches the LCD monitor to the next display
mode. Press the “DISP” button several times to
select multi-frame (9-frame) playback.
You cannot display text during multi-frame
playback.

1

Select a frame by using “d”, “c”, “a” and “b”
to move the cursor (the orange box) to the
desired frame. Press “a” or “b” several times
to switch to the previous page or the next

!

You cannot use multi-frame playback while a menu

●

is displayed.

!

Playback zoom cannot be used with multi-frame

●

playback.

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page.

2Press the “DISP” button to view the currently

selected image at full size.

01 02

1 2

1Set the Mode switch to “3”.
2Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

Menu screen on the LCD monitor.

!

See P.46 for more details of the “gERASE” menu.

●

01 02

Select “FRAME” in the “
press the “MENU/OK” button.

gERASE” menu and

2

ERASING SINGLE FRAME

Advanced Features

3

Photography

ADVANCED FEATURES PHOTOGRAPHY

3

4

The “Advanced Features Photography” section introduces a range of camera functions that you can
access by setting the Mode switch to “q” or “e”.

■ Photography mode specifications

Mode switch

Press the “MENU/OK” button to erase the
displayed image. When erasing is complete,
the next image appears and the “
message is displayed.

Press “d” or “c” to display the image to be
erased.

!

“≠” is displayed for frames with DPOF settings

●

and they cannot be erased (

!

If the “– ” message appears, you

●

cannot erase the frame. Use the camera on which
the frame was protected to unprotect the frame.

To continue erasing images, repeat the

!

Press the “BACK” button to cancel frame erasing.

●

30 31

procedure from step .

➡ P.74).

3

¨”

q

Still image

e

Movie

Photography mode

1

AUTO (➡P.32)

This is the easiest mode
for taking pictures and can
be used in a wide range of
conditions.

2

MANUAL (➡P.32)

This mode allows you to
set the “EV” and “ White
balance” settings.

Movie (➡P.41)

e

In this mode, you can
shoot up to 20 seconds of
video at a time.

Accessible menu settings

y

Flash (➡P.34)

l

Self-timer (➡P.37)

y

Flash (➡P.34)

a

EV (Exposure Compensation)
(

➡P.39)

s

White balance (Selecting the
Light Source) (

➡P.40)

——

Factory

default

AUTO

OFF

AUTO

AUTO

0

Shared menu

settings

OPTION

d

✽

See P.52 for
more information
on each of the
settings.

3

STILL IMAGE MODE

SELECTING 1 AUTO OR 2 MANUAL

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION

1 2

1Set the Mode switch to “q”.
2Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu on the LCD monitor.

01 02 01 02

1 2

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu.

2Use “d” and “c” to select the menu item and

“a” and “b” to change the setting.

01 02

2

1 AUTO

This is the easiest mode for taking pictures and
can be used in a wide range of conditions.

2 MANUAL

This mode allows you to set the “EV” and “White
balance” settings.

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1

Use “a ”, “b ” , “d ” and “ c ” to select
“q AUTO” or “q MANUAL” from the
“dOPTION” menu.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the

selection.

!

See P.52 – 55 for more information on the “FILE

●

SIZE”, “SET-UP”, “LCD BRIGHTNESS” settings.

!

The settings available in the menu screen differ

●

depending on the still image mode. See P.31 for
details.

Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the
selection.
When you validate the settings, the respective
icons appear at the top of the screen.

3

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

y

FLASH

This mode can be selected in the “1 • 2” still
image modes.
Use the flash mode that best suits your shot.

h

5 modes: “AUTO, :, y, u and ;”

hEffective flash range (in “1 AUTO” mode):

Approx. 0.8 m to 3 m (2.6 ft. to 9.8 ft.)

!

When you select a flash mode, you may find that the

●

displayed image disappears and the screen goes
dark because the flash is charging. In this event, the
viewfinder lamp flashes orange.

!

The flash charging time may increase if the charge

●

remaining in the batteries is low.

!

If you use the flash in very dusty environments,

●

floating dust particles may appear as glowing white
dots on your image.

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AUTO Auto Flash Mode

Use this mode for ordinary photography. The
flash fires automatically as required by the
shooting conditions.

!

You cannot use this setting in Macro (close-up)

●

photography.

Red-Eye Reduction

:

Use this mode to ensure that the subject’s eyes
appear natural when photographing people in
low-light conditions. The flash fires automatically
as required by the photography conditions.
The flash fires a pre-flash just before the picture is
taken and then fires again to take the actual picture.

!

You cannot use this setting in Macro (close-up)

●

photography.

Red-Eye Effect

◆

When you use the flash to photograph people in low-light conditions, their eyes sometimes appear red in
the picture. This is caused by the light of the flash reflecting off the inside of the eye. Use Red-Eye
Reduction flash to effectively minimize the likelihood of the red-eye effect.
Take the following measures also to make Red-Eye Reduction more effective :

●

Get the subjects to look at the camera.

◆

●

Forced Flash

y

Use this mode to photograph backlit scenes,
such as a subject against a window or in the
shade of a tree, or to obtain the correct colors
when you are shooting under lighting such as
fluorescent tubes. In this mode, the flash fires in
bright as well as dark conditions.

Get as close as possible to the subjects.

3

Beep

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

y FLASH

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY

o

1

Suppressed Flash

u

Use this mode for photography using indoor
lighting, for shots taken through glass, and for
photography in venues such as theaters or at
indoor sporting events where the distance is too
great for the flash to be effective. When you use
Suppressed Flash, the Automatic White Balance
function (➡P.80) operates so that natural colors
are captured along with the ambience of the
available light.

!

If you are shooting in Suppressed Flash mode in dark

●

!

●

36 37

conditions, use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
See P.74 for information on the camera shake
warning.

Slow Synchro

;

This is a flash mode that uses a slow shutter
speed. This allows you to take pictures of people
at night that clearly show both your subjects and
the night time backdrop.

!

The image may be overexposed when you shoot

●

bright scenes.

!

Because a slow shutter speed is used, a tripod

●

should be used to prevent camera shake.

This mode can be selected in the “1” still
image mode.
In this mode, a timer runs for roughly 10
seconds before the shutter is released. Use this
mode for shots such as photographs of yourself.

!

The self-timer is automatically cancelled in the

●

following situations:

When you take a picture.

i

When you switch between Photography mode and

i

playback mode.
When the camera is switched off.

i

2

Locate the subject in the LCD monitor or
viewfinder and frame the shot. Then press the
shutter button to trigger the self-timer.

!

Do not stand in front of the camera when you press

●

the shutter button as this will result in an incorrect

brightness (exposure) setting for the shot.

3

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

3

o SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY

4

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

a EV

(

EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

Subjects for Which Exposure

◆

Adjustment is Particularly Effective

)

◆

Guide to using + (positive) compensation

h Copying of printed text (black characters on

white paper) (+1.5 EV)

h

Backlit portraits (+0.6 EV to +1.5 EV)

h

Very bright scenes (such as snowfields) and
highly reflective subjects (+0.9 EV)

h

The self-timer lamp lights steadily for 5 seconds,
blinks for another 5 seconds and then takes the
shot.

!

To stop the self-timer once it has started running,

●

press the “BACK” button.

38 39

The LCD monitor counts down the time until the
shot is taken.
Self-timer mode is automatically cancelled after
each shot.

This mode can be selected in the “2 ” still
image mode.
Use the Brightness setting to obtain the optimum
image brightness (exposure) when the subject is
much brighter or darker than the background.

h

Correction range: 11 steps
(–1.5 EV to +1.5 EV in 0.3 EV increments)
See P.80 for information on EV.

!

The Brightness setting is disabled in the following

●

situations:

When the flash is used in Auto or Red-Eye

i

Reduction mode.
When dark scenes are shot in Forced Flash mode.

i

Shots made up predominantly of sky
(+0.9 EV)

Guide to using – (negative) compensation

h

Spotlit subjects, particularly against dark
backgrounds (–0.6 EV)

h

Copying of printed text (white characters on
black paper) (–0.6 EV)

h

Scenes with low reflectivity, such as shots of
pine trees or dark foliage (–0.6 EV)

3

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

s

WHITE BALANCE (SELECTING THE LIGHT SOURCE

)

MOVIE MODE

e MOVIE

AUTO: Automatic adjustment

(Shooting to show the ambience of the

light source)

c

: Shooting outdoors in fine weather

x

: Shooting in shade

b

: Shooting under “Daylight” fluorescent

lamps

n

: Shooting under “Warm White” fluorescent

This mode can be selected in the “2 ” still
image mode.
In Auto mode, the correct white balance may not
be obtained for subjects such as close-ups of
people’s faces and shots taken under a special
light source.
Change the white balance setting when you
want to take a picture with the correct balance.
See P.80 for more information on the white
balance.

✽ The white balance setting is ignored when the flash is

lamps

,

: Shooting under “Cool White” fluorescent

lamps

z

: Shooting in incandescent light

used. To achieve the desired effect in your shot, set
the flash to Suppressed Flash mode (

➡P.36).

40 41

1

Set the Mode switch to “

e Movie

This mode allows you to shoot up to 20 seconds
of movie at a time.

h

Movie format: Motion JPEG (➡P.80)

!

Select Macro mode for close-up shots (➡P.24).

●

!

The shooting time per shot may be shorter than 20

●

seconds depending on the available space on the
SmartMedia.

!

You cannot switch the LCD monitor off in this mode.

●

!

In some cases, playback may not be possible on

●

other camera models.

e”.

320 × 240 pixels
10 frames per second
Without sound

2

The available shooting time and the “|”
message are shown on the LCD monitor.

■ SmartMedia standard shooting time

SmartMedia capacity

MG-4S (4MB) Approx. 23 sec.
MG-8S (8MB) Approx. 47 sec.
MG-16S/SW (16MB) Approx. 94 sec.
MG-32S/SW (32MB) Approx. 191 sec.
MG-64S/SW (64MB) Approx. 385 sec.
MG-128SW (128MB) Approx. 774 sec.

✽ These movie shooting times are for newly formatted

SmartMedia.

Available shooting time

3

MOVIE MODE

e MOVIE

3

You can use “a” and “b” to zoom in and out. A
“zoom bar” is displayed on the LCD monitor.

h

Digital zoom focal distance (35 mm camera
equivalent)

Approx. 36 mm to 72 mm

Max. zoom scale: 2×

42 43

4

When you press the shutter button, the camera
starts shooting.

!

When you press the shutter button, there is a very

●

brief delay before the camera starts shooting.

!

You do not need to hold down the shutter button.

●

!

The white balance is fixed during shooting, but the

●

exposure varies automatically to suit the scene being
shot.

The white balance is set automatically when
you press the shutter button.

5

During shooting, “hREC” appears on the LCD
monitor with a counter showing the remaining
time displayed in the top-right corner.

!

Once the remaining time runs out, movie recording

●

automatically stops and the movie is stored on the
SmartMedia.

6

If you press the shutter button during shooting,
shooting ends and the movie is stored on the
SmartMedia.

!

The time required to record a 20 seconds movie

●

(roughly 3 MB) is approximately 3 seconds.

!

If you end shooting immediately after you start

●

shooting, only 3 seconds of movie is shot.

3

Advanced

4

Features Playback

PLAYING BACK MOVIES

1

02

2

0101

02

1Set the Mode switch to “3”.
2Use “d” or “c” to select the movie file.

!

Movies cannot be played back using multi-frame

●

playback. Use the “DISP” button to revert to normal
playback.

Movies are displayed somewhat smaller than
still images.

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1Press “b” to play the movie.
2The LCD monitor shows the playback time

and a playback progress bar.

!

If the subject of the movie is very bright, white

●

streaks may appear on the image during playback.
This is normal and is not a fault.

■ Playing back movies

Control Description

Playback

Pause/Resume

Stop

Fast forward/Rewind

Skip playback

Compatible movie files

◆

The FinePix A101 can play back movie files shot on a FinePix A101 and movie files up to 20 seconds
long that were shot on a FUJIFILM digital camera and stored on a 3.3V SmartMedia. However, this
camera cannot play back sound. If you attempt to play back a movie that is longer than 20 seconds, the

“

•” message appears and playback fails.

When paused

◆

The movie automatically stops when playback ends.

Pauses the movie during playback.
Press this button again to resume playback.

Stops playback.
✽ Press “d” or “c” while movie playback is stopped to go back

to the previous file or advance to the next file respectively.

Press these during playback to skip forwards or backwards
through the movie.

i Each time you press “d” or “ c” when the movie is paused,

the movie advances or goes back one frame.
Hold down the button to move through the frames quickly.

i

4

PLAYBACK MENU

g

ERASING SINGLE •ALL FRAMES/FORMATTING

FRAME

Erase only the selected file.

!

The file for which “–” was displayed

●

cannot be erased. Unprotect the frame using the
camera on which the protection was first applied.

!

“≠ ” is displayed for frames with DPOF

●

settings and they cannot be erased (

➡ P.74).

1

01 03 02

2

ALL FRAMES

All files are erased except those that are
protected or that have DPOF settings. Copy any
files that you want to keep to your hard disk
beforehand.

FORMAT

Formatting erases all the files. Take particular
care when formatting a SmartMedia as this
procedure also erases all protected files and all
files with DPOF settings. Copy any files that you
want to keep to your hard disk beforehand.

!

Formatting also erases protected files.

●

!

If a “∞”, “¶”, “•”

●

`” message appears, see P.73, 74.

or “

46 47

1Press the "MENU/OK" button to display the

menu.

2Use “d” or “c” to select “gERASE” and then

use “ a” or “b” to select “FRAME” , “ ALL
FRAMES” or “FORMAT”.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button.

!

Press the “BACK” button to exit the menu.

●

Formatting erases all the data on the
SmartMedia, including protected files.

A confirmation message appears.
In “FRAME” mode, use “d” or “c” to select the
file and then press the “MENU/OK” button.
When using “ALL FRAMES” or “FORMAT”,
press the “MENU/OK” button.

!

To cancel the frame erase procedure, press the

●

“BACK” button.

4

PLAYBACK MENU

f HOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS

PLAYBACK MENU

f DPOF DATE SETTING

DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format and refers to a format that is used for
recording printing specifications for images shot using a digital camera on media such as
SmartMedia. The recorded specifications include information on which frames are to be
printed.

This section gives a detailed description of how to order your prints with the FinePix A101.

✽ Note that some printers do not support date and time imprinting or specification of the

number of prints.

✽ Note that the warnings shown below may be displayed while you are specifying the

prints.

≠ (➡P.74)

If the “

≠” message appears, you cannot erase the frame. Cancel the “DPOF”

settings and then try again

ª (➡P.74)

No more than 999 frames can be specified on the same SmartMedia.

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1 2

This function allows you to select whether or not
the date of shooting is included on the print.
1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu on the LCD monitor.

2Use “d” or “c” to select “fDPOF”.

!

The DPOF menu options do not appear when a

●

movie file is selected.

!

You may not be able to specify DPOF settings for

●

some still shots taken on other cameras.

01 02 01

02

1

Use “b” to select “kDATE”.

2Use “d” or “c ” to specify “ DATE ON” or

“DATE OFF”. The selected setting is then valid

for all frames with DPOF settings until the

camera is switched off.
Then specify the DPOF settings (➡P.50).

!

You must specify whether or not the date is included

●

before you specify the DPOF settings.

4

PLAYBACK MENU

f DPOF SET FRAME

1

01 03 02 01 01 02

2 3

3

02

You can only specify one print per frame (image)
in the DPOF settings.
1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu.

2Use “d” or “c” to select “fDPOF”.
3With “OK” selected, press the “MENU/OK”

button.

!

The DPOF menu options do not appear when a

●

movie file is selected.

!

You cannot specify printing for more than one print

●

per frame.

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1

If you select a frame for which DPOF settings
have already been specified, the

“º” message appears.

2Pressing the “MENU/OK” button erases all the

DPOF settings already specified. You must
then specify the DPOF settings again.

!

Press the “BACK” button to leave the previous

●

settings unchanged.

!

You can check the previous settings by playing back

●

the images (

➡P.26).

1Use “d” or “c” to display the frame for which

you want to specify DPOF settings.

2Use “a” or “b” to select the setting for the

frame to be printed. If you have selected the
date setting, the “k” icon is displayed.

!

DPOF settings cannot be specified for movies.

●

!

Note that the “k” icon is not displayed during playback.

●

!

“TOTAL” shows the total number of frames for which

●

prints have been ordered.

To specify additional DPOF settings, repeat steps 01
and 02 and select “SET” for the frames to be printed.

4

When you have finished specifying the DPOF
settings, always press the “MENU/OK” button to
confirm the settings.
If you press the “BACK” button, no DPOF
settings are specified.

!

You can only specify one print per frame in the

●

DPOF settings. Note also that you can specify prints

for up to 999 frames on the same SmartMedia.

To specify additional DPOF settings, repeat

Pressing the “MENU/OK” button confirms all the
steps

settings. You cannot reset a portion of the

01 and 02 and select “SET” for the frames

settings without resetting them all.

to be printed.

4

5 Settings

SETTINGS

USING THE OPTION MENU

The “Settings” chapter looks at functions available from “dOPTION” in the “q” still Image, “e” movie
and “3” playback.

■ List of settings

4 Still Image mode

1

AUTO

2

MANUAL

j

FILE SIZE (P.54)
SET–UP
LCD BRIGHTNESS (P.55)

—
—
—

SET–UP
LCD BRIGHTNESS (P.55)

h Movie mode

3 Playback mode

—
—
—

SET–UP
LCD BRIGHTNESS (P.55)

01

03

02

PlaybackPhotography

Using SET–UP

01 02

■ SET–UP menu options

Settings

POWER SAVE ON/OFF

USB MODE

DATE/TIME

BEEP T

LANGUAGE

52 53

Display Explanation

DSC/PC CAM

SET 3

LOW/HIGH/OFF

ENGLISH/FRANCAIS

Factory

default

ON

DSC

—

LOW

ENGLISH

This is a function that reduces power consumption and
then automatically switches the camera off to prevent
battery depletion when the camera is not being used. See
P.56 for details.

See P.57 for details.

You can use this to set the date and time. See P.16 for
details.

This setting selects the volume of the beep emitted by the
camera during camera operation.

Select English or French as the language used for screen
display.

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu screen.

2Use “d” or “c” to select “dOPTION” and “a”

or “b” to select the desired setting.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button to move to the

selected setting.

If you selected “SET–UP”, the “SET–UP” screen
appears.

1Use “a” or “b” to select the desired setting.
2Use “d” or “c” to change the setting.

Press the “MENU/OK” button to exit set-up.

!

For “DATE/TIME” press “c”.

●

5

SETTING THE FILE SIZE AND QUALITY

(

COMPRESSION RATIO

)

d

LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESSdj

You can choose any combination of 2 file sizes
and 3 image quality settings. Use the table below
as a guide to the best settings for your shots.

BASICNORMALFINEFile size

9 (1280 × 960)

(640 × 480)

0

!: For printing at A6 size
@: For use via the Internet as an e-mail

attachment, etc.

Quality (compression ratio

Select “ FINE” for better image quality and
“BASIC” to increase the number of available

shots.
In most cases, the “NORMAL” setting provides
more than adequate image quality.

!

The number of available shots varies depending on

●

the combination of file size and quality settings you

➡P.22).

select (

54 55

!!@

—

@

—

)

1Use “a” or “b ” to change the file size setting

and “d” or “c” to change the quality setting.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the

setting.

!

To exit this procedure without changing the settings,

●

press the “BACK” button.

01

02

1 2

When you use the “LCD BRIGHTNESS” settings,
an “adjustment bar” appears on the LCD monitor.

01 02

1

Use “d” or “c” to adjust the LCD monitor
brightness.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the

adjustment.

!

To exit this procedure without changing the settings,

●

press the “BACK” button.

5

SET–UP

POWER SAVE

6

PC Connection

PC Connection describes how to set up a USB connection and provides an overview of the functions
available using a USB connection. Refer also to the Software Quick Start Guide booklet.

IN PC CONNECTION

DSC (Mass storage device)Mode

This mode provides a simple way to read images
from a SmartMedia and store images on to a
SmartMedia (

hPower saving “ON” (default setting)
Power consumption is kept to a minimum to
prevent battery depletion. You should select the
“ON” setting when you are using alkaline
batteries.

iIf the camera is not used for approximately 30

seconds, the LCD switches off temporarily to reduce
power consumption (Sleep mode).

i

Once the camera is in Sleep mode, if it is left
unused for a further 90 seconds, it is automatically
switched off.

i

The charging time for the flash increases slightly
because the flash charging power is reduced.

hPower saving “OFF”

Batteries are more likely to run flat since no
power reduction measures (sleep mode, etc.)
are used. However, this function automatically
switches the camera off if the camera is not

56 57

used for approximately 2 minutes.

To bring the camera out of sleep mode so that it
is ready to shoot, press “d
This is useful since the camera is ready to shoot
more quickly than when it is switched off and
then on again. You can also take pictures when
the camera is in sleep mode simply by pressing
the shutter button.

!

The camera does not automatically switch off when a

●

USB connection is being used.

!

You can also bring the camera out of sleep mode by

●

pressing buttons other than “d”, “c”, “a” or “b”.

The Sleep function does not operate when the
LCD monitor is switched off, while you are
setting the file size or when the camera is in
SET–UP or Playback mode. However, if the
camera controls are not used for 2 minutes, the
camera automatically switches off.

”, “c”, “a” or “b”.

◆

You must set up your computer as described below. Refer also to the Software Quick Start Guide
booklet.

Windows

1

Load the enclosed CD-ROM into your PC’s CD-ROM drive and install the application software.

2

With the CD-ROM loaded into your PC, select DSC connection mode and install the driver software.

3

With the CD-ROM loaded into your PC, select PC CAMERA connection mode and install the driver
software.

Macintosh

Load the enclosed CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive and install all the software.

➡P.58).

The First Time You Connect Your Camera to a Computer

PC-CAM (camera)Mode

This function allows you to conduct videoconferencing
sessions between PCs connected to the Internet.
This function can also be used to record video on a
PC (➡P.60).

!

Videoconferencing is not available for Macintosh

●

computers.

◆

6

CONNECTING AT DSC (MASS STORAGE DEVICE)MODE

Computer

DC IN 3Vsocket

Camera

Digital(USB)
socket

1

01 0402

2

Camera Operation Computer Operation

FinePixViewer automatically starts up.

i

03

1Switch your computer on.
2

Use the special USB cable to connect the camera to
your computer.

3

Switch the camera on.

If you are connecting your camera to a Windows
PC for the first time, the “Add New Hardware
Wizard” window opens and driver software

1Load a SmartMedia containing images into

your camera.

2Slide the Power switch sideways to switch the

camera on.

3Set the “USB MODE” setting in the “SET–UP”

menu to “DSC” (➡P.52, 53).

4Slide the Power switch sideways to switch the

camera off.

58 59

installation begins (
booklet).

Always use the prescribed procedure when
disconnecting or switching off the camera (

!

You should use the optional AC power adapter when the

●

camera is connected to your computer (
of power during data transmission can prevent successful
data downloading (It also preserves battery power).

!

Ensure that you insert the USB cable plugs into the

●

correct sockets.

!

Push the cable plugs firmly into the connector sockets.

●

➡Software Quick Start Guide

➡P.62).

➡P.18, 65). Loss

iThe viewfinder lamp alternately blinks green

and orange while the camera is communicating
with your computer.

i“DSC” appears on the LCD monitor.
iThe camera does not automatically switch off

when a USB connection is being used.

!

Switch the camera off when you change the

●

SmartMedia (

!

Do not disconnect the USB cable when the camera

●

is communicating with the computer. See P.62 for
information on the disconnection procedure.

➡P.14).

*Screen for Windows 98 SE

A removable disk icon appears and you can

i

use your computer to transfer files to and from
the camera.

Windows Macintosh

If the above operations do not occur, you do
not have the required software programs or
drivers installed on your computer. Refer to the
Software Quick Start Guide booklet and
complete the required computer setup
procedures. Then reconnect the camera to your
computer.

6

CONNECTING AT PC-CAMERA MODE

Computer

DC IN 3Vsocket

Camera

Digital(USB)
socket

1

0301

2

Camera Operation Computer Operation

i

FinePixViewer automatically starts up and the
Picture Hello window opens (Windows only).

02

1Switch your computer on.
2

Use the special USB cable to connect the camera to
your computer.

3

Switch the camera on.

If you are connecting your camera to a Windows
PC for the first time, the “Add New Hardware
Wizard” window opens and driver software

1Slide the Power switch sideways to switch the

camera on.

2Set the “USB MODE” setting in the “SET–UP”

menu to “PC CAM” (➡P.52, 53).

3Slide the Power switch sideways to switch the

camera off.

!

Select Macro mode for close-up shots (➡P.24).

●

Although the “

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5” icon is not displayed.

installation begins (
booklet).

Always use the prescribed procedure when
disconnecting or switching off the camera (

!

You should use the optional AC power adapter when the

●

camera is connected to your computer (
of power during data transmission can prevent successful
data downloading (It also preserves battery power).

!

Ensure that you insert the USB cable plugs into the

●

correct sockets.

!

Push the cable plugs firmly into the connector sockets.

●

➡Software Quick Start Guide

➡P.62).

➡P.18, 65). Loss

iThe viewfinder lamp alternately blinks green

and orange while the camera is communicating
with your computer.

i“PC CAM” appears on the LCD monitor.
iThe camera does not automatically switch off

when a USB connection is being used.

!

Do not disconnect the USB cable when the camera

●

is communicating with the computer. See P.62 for
information on the disconnection procedure.

* Screen for Windows 98 SE

You can use software

i

such as VideoImpression
to view live images.

* Macintosh screen

If the above operations do not occur, you do not
have the required software programs or drivers
installed on your computer. Refer to the Software
Quick Start Guide booklet and complete the
required computer setup procedures. Then
reconnect the camera to your computer.

6

DISCONNECTING FROM THE PC

Always follow the procedure below before
disconnecting the camera from your PC.

1

1Quit all applications (FinePixViewer,

VideoImpression, etc.) that are using the
camera.

2Check that the viewfinder lamp is glowing

green (that the camera is not communicating
with the computer).

For a PC CAMERA connection, proceed to
step .

3

!

Even after the “Copying...” message is no longer

●

displayed on your computer, communication with the
camera may still be in progress. Always check that
the viewfinder lamp on the camera is glowing green
and is no longer flashing.

Perform the steps shown below before you

2

switch the camera off. This procedure
differs depending on the operating system
software (or PC) you are using.

Windows 98 or 98 SE

No PC operation is needed.

Windows Me

Left-click the Eject icon in the taskbar and eject
“USB disk”.

Windows 2000 Professional

Left-click the Eject icon in the taskbar and eject
“USB Mass Storage”.

Macintosh

Drag the “Removable drive” icon on the desktop
to the Trash.

3

1Switch the camera off.
2Unplug the special USB cable from the

camera.

!

If you are using Windows, you cannot disconnect the

●

camera by right-clicking the removable disk icon (the
camera) and selecting “Eject”. Always follow the
proper procedure as given above before
disconnecting the camera from your PC.

01

02

6

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System Expansion Options

FinePix A101

Digital Camera

PC CARD
ADAPTER

(

PC card slot

)

Personal Computer

(commercially available

)

(

Floppy disk drive

)

(

USB

)

(

IEEE 1394

)

(

USB

)

(

USB

)

SmartMedia

PC Card Adapter

Image Memory Card Reader

Image Memory Card Reader

Digital Photo Printer

Floppy Disk Adapter (FlashPath

)

TV monitor

(commercially available

)

Accessories Guide

e By using the FinePix A101 together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system can be

expanded to fill a wide range of uses.

64

e The optional accessories (sold separately) can make taking pictures with the FinePix A101 even

easier. For information on how to attach and use the accessories, refer to the instructions provided
with the accessory used.

h SmartMedia™

These are separately available SmartMedia cards.
Use the following SmartMedia:

h MG-4S: 4MB, 3.3V h MG-8S: 8MB, 3.3V h MG-16S/SW: 16MB, 3.3V
h MG-32S/SW: 32MB, 3.3V h MG-64S/SW: 64MB, 3.3V h MG-128SW: 128MB, 3.3V

✽ Some 3.3V SmartMedia are labelled as “3V” or “ID” cards.

●

AC Power Adapter AC-3V

Use the AC power adapter when you want to take pictures or play back images
for long periods or when the camera is connected to a computer.

✽

The shape of the AC power adapter, the plug and socket outlet depend on the country.

●

Fujifilm Rechargeable Battery 2HR-3UF

The 2HR-3UF includes 2 pieces of high-capacity AA-size Nickel Metal Hydride batteries.

●

Fujifilm Battery charger with Battery BK-NH (Not Available in U.S.A. / Canada)

The BK-NH includes the quick battery charger BCH-NH and 2 Ni-MH batteries.
The BCH-NH can charge 2 Ni-MH batteries in approximately 110 minutes.
Up to 4 Ni-MH batteries can be charged simultaneously.

●

SC-FXA01

This is a special case made of polyester that protects the camera against soiling,
dust and minor impacts when it is being carried.

65

Accessories Guide

PC CARD
ADAPTER

h FD-A2 Floppy Disk Adapter (FlashPath)

This adapter is the same size and shape as a 3.5-inch floppy disk. You can copy
the images on a SmartMedia to your PC simply by loading the SmartMedia into the
floppy disk adapter and then inserting the adapter into your floppy disk drive.

FD-A2

Windows 95/ 98/98SE/Me/NT4.0
Mac OS 7.6.1 to 9.1

h SM-R2 Image Memory Card Reader

The SM-R2 provides a quick and easy way to transfer images back and forth
between your PC and an image memory card (SmartMedia). The SM-R2 uses the
USB interface for high-speed file transfer.
h Compatible with Windows 98/98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional

or iMac and models that support USB as standard.

h DM-R1 Image Memory Card Reader

This device provides a simple way to transfer image data in either direction
between your PC and an image memory card (SmartMedia or CompactFlash
Type II (Microdrive-compatible)).
The IEEE 1394 interface provides high-speed data transfer.
h Compatible with Windows 98SE, Windows 2000 Professional (read-only), iMacDV

and Power Macintosh PCs with FireWire as a standard feature. Mac OS 8.5.1 to 9.0

h PC-AD3 PC Card Adapter

The PC Card Adapter allows the SmartMedia to be used as a PC Card Standard
ATA-compliant (PCMCIA 2.1) PC card (Type II ).
h Compatible with SmartMedia of 5V/3.3V, 2MB to 128MB.

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Compatible OS Compatible SmartMedia

5V/3.3V, 2MB to 128MB

Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly

Be sure to read this information in conjunction with “Safety Notes” (➡P.81), to ensure that you use

e

your camera correctly.

■ Places to Avoid

Do not store or use the camera in the following types of
locations:

Very humid, dirty or dusty places

h

In direct sunlight or in places subject to extreme

h

temperature rises, such as in a closed car in summer.

Extremely cold places

Places subject to strong vibration

h

Places affected by smoke or steam

h

Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near

h

motors, transformers or magnets)
In contact with chemicals such as pesticides or next to

h

rubber or vinyl products for long periods of time

■ Do not expose the camera to sand.

The FinePix A101 is particularly and adversely affected by
sand. In sandy locations such as beaches or deserts, or in
locations where there is wind borne sand, ensure that the
camera is not exposed to sand. This can cause faults that
may be irreparable.

■ Notes on Condensation

If the camera is carried suddenly from a cold location into a
warm place, water droplets (condensation) may form on
the inside of the camera or on the lens. When this occurs,
switch the camera off and wait an hour before using the
camera. Condensation may also form on the SmartMedia

card. In this event, remove the SmartMedia and wait a
short time before using it again.

■ When the Camera is Unused for Long Periods

If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period, of
time remove the batteries and the SmartMedia card before
storing the camera.

■ Cleaning Your Camera

h Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens, LCD

monitor screen or viewfinder as these surfaces, and then
wipe lightly with a soft, dry cloth. If any soiling remains,
apply a small amount of lens cleaning liquid to a piece of
FUJIFILM lens cleaning paper and wipe gently.
Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD

h

monitor screen or viewfinder as these surfaces are easily
damaged.
Clean the body of the camera with a soft, dry cloth. Do

h

not use volatile substances such as thinners, benzine or
insecticide, as these may react with camera body and
cause deformation or remove the coating.

■ Using the Camera Overseas

When travelling overseas, do not place your camera in the
check-in baggage. Baggage handling at airports may
subject baggage to violent shocks, and the camera may be
damaged internally even when no external damage is
visible.

Notes on the Power Supply

h

Do not use batteries that are leaking, deformed,

Applicable Batteries

AA-size alkaline, Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) can be

h

used with this camera.
Do not use AA-size manganese, lithium batteries in your
FinePix A101 because the heat generated by the
batteries could damage the camera or cause
malfunctions.

The operating lives of alkaline batteries vary between

h

brands and the life of batteries you purchase may be

shorter than the alkaline batteries provided with the

camera.

Notes on the Batteries

Incorrect use of the batteries could cause them to leak,
become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the
precautions given below.

Do not heat the batteries or throw them into a fire.

h

Do not carry or store a battery with metal objects such as

h

necklaces or hairpins that could come into contact with

the metal positive +

Do not expose the batteries to fresh or sea water, and

h

take particular care to keep the terminals dry.

Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the

h

batteries.

Do not attempt to peel off or cut the battery casing.

h

Do not drop, strike or otherwise subject the batteries to

h

strong impacts.

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and negative - poles of the battery.

h

discolored or exhibit any other obvious abnormality.
Do not store batteries in very warm or moist locations.

h

Keep the batteries out of reach of babies and small

h

children.
When loading the batteries into the camera, ensure that the

h

battery polarity (

h Do not use new batteries together with used batteries. In

the case of rechargeable batteries, do not use charged
and discharged batteries together. Do not use batteries
of different types or brands together.
If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period of

h

time, remove the batteries from the camera. (Note that if
the camera is left with the batteries removed, the time
and date settings are cleared.)
The batteries may feel warm immediately after being

h

used. Before removing the batteries, switch the camera
off and wait until the batteries cool down.
When replacing the batteries, always fit 2 new batteries.

h

Here, 'new batteries' refers to either recently purchased
unused alkaline batteries, or Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride)
batteries that have recently been fully recharged together.

h

In cold locations (at temperatures of +10°C/+50°F or below),
battery performance deteriorates and the time for which they
can be used shortens markedly. This is particularly true of
alkaline batteries. In cold conditions, put the batteries in your
pocket or a similar place to warm them before loading them
into the camera. If you use a body warmer to warm the
batteries, ensure that they are not in direct contact with the
warmer.

+

and -) is as indicated on the camera.

Soil (such as fingerprints) on the battery terminals can
markedly reduce the number of available shots. Carefully
wipe the battery terminals clean with a soft dry cloth before
loading the batteries.

If any liquid at all leaks from the batteries, wipe the battery
compartment thoroughly and then load new batteries.
I

f any battery fluid comes into contact with your hands or
clothing, flush the area thoroughly with water. Note that
battery fluid can cause loss of eyesight if it gets into your
eyes. If this occurs, do not rub your eyes. Flush the fluid out
with clean water and contact your physician for treatment.

■ Disposing of Batteries

When disposing of batteries, do so in accordance with your
local waste disposal regulations.

■ Notes on Small Rechargeable Batteries (Ni-MH

batteries)

h Always use the special battery charger to charge AA-size

Ni-MH batteries. Charge the batteries as described in the
instructions provided with the battery charger.
Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other

h

than those specified for use with the charger.
Note that the batteries may feel warm immediately after

h

being charged.
Ni-MH batteries are not charged at shipment. Be sure to

h

charge the batteries before using them.
The camera mechanism is such that it draws a minute

h

amount of current even when the camera is switched off.
Take particular care not to leave Ni-MH batteries in the

camera for a long period of time as they can become
excessively discharged and may no longer be usable
even when charged.

h Ni-MH batteries self-discharge even when not used.

Always charge Ni-MH batteries before using them. If the
time for which a battery provides power shortens
markedly when it has been correctly charged, this
indicates that the battery has reached the end of its
effective life and should be replaced.
Soiling (fingerprints, etc) on the terminals of Ni-MH

h

batteries can greatly reduce the number of available
shots. When this occurs, clean the terminals carefully
with a soft dry cloth. Then use up the remaining charge in
the batteries and recharge them.
Newly purchased batteries or batteries that have been

h

left unused for an extended period may not be fully
charged. (This is indicated by the immediate display of
the battery low warning or a low number of available
shots.) This is a normal characteristic of the batteries and
does not indicate a fault. Repeatedly charging and using
the batteries 3 or 4 times will restore them to a normal
condition.
If you repeatedly charge a Ni-MH battery before it is fully

h

discharged, it will suffer from the "memory effect"*,
causing the battery low warning to appear while there is
still ample charge remaining in the battery. To restore the
batteries to their normal condition, use up all the charge
in the batteries before recharging them.

Notes on the Power Supply

Notes on the SmartMedia

™

Notes on Using the AC Power Adapter

Always use the AC-3V AC Power Adapter AC-3V (sold
separately) with the FinePix A101 Digital Camera.
The use of an AC power adapter other than the AC-3V
could result in damage to your camera.

Ensure that you do not touch the contact areas on the

h

AC power adapter against any other metal object as this
could cause a short circuit.
Do not plug the AC power adapter into the USB socket

h

as this could damage your camera.
Do not plug in the AC power adapter while you are

h

operating the camera using batteries. Switch the camera
off first.
Do not load the batteries while you are operating the

h

camera using the AC power adapter. Switch the camera
off first.
If you disconnect the AC power adapter when there are

h

no batteries in the camera, the date may be cleared. If
this occurs, reset the date.

■SmartMedia

The SmartMedia card supplied with your FinePix A101
camera is a new image recording medium developed
especially for use in digital cameras. Each SmartMedia
card contains a built-in semiconductor memory chip
(NAND flash memory) which is used for storing digital
image data.
Because the data is stored electronically, the stored
image data can be erased from the card and new data
recorded.

■SmartMedia with IDs

The SmartMedia ID is a SmartMedia that has an
individually assigned identification number. SmartMedia
ID cards can be used with devices that use ID numbers
for copyright protection or other purposes. This camera
accepts SmartMedia ID cards in the same way as
conventional SmartMedia cards.

■Storing Data

In the situations listed below, recorded data may be
erased (destroyed). Please note that Fuji Photo Film
Co., Ltd. accepts no responsibility whatsoever for the
loss (destruction) of recorded data.
✽ When the SmartMedia is used incorrectly by the

owner or a third party

✽ When the SmartMedia is exposed to static electricity

or electrical noise

✽ When the SmartMedia cover is opened or the

SmartMedia removed and the camera is then
switched off during data recording, during data
erasing (SmartMedia formatting) or during frame
advance when images are being played back.

Back up important data onto another medium.

(MO disk, floppy disk, hard disk, etc.)

■Notes on Handling SmartMedia

h Take care to hold the SmartMedia straight when you

load it into your camera.

h

Never remove the SmartMedia or switch the camera
off during data recording, during data erasing
(SmartMedia formatting) or during frame advance
when images are being played back. These actions
could result in damage to the SmartMedia.

h

Use only the SmartMedia specified for use with the
FinePix A101. The use of other SmartMedia could
damage the camera.

h

SmartMedia are precision electronic devices. Do not
bend, drop, or subject SmartMedia to excessive
shocks.

h

Do not use or store SmartMedia in environments
likely to be affected by strong static electricity or
electrical noise.

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(Lit red) (Flashing red)

Notes on the SmartMedia

™

Warning Displays eThe table below lists the warnings that are displayed on the LCD monitor

h Do not use or store SmartMedia in very hot, humid or

corrosive environments.

h

Take care not to touch the SmartMedia’s contact area
or allow the area to become soiled. Use a dry lint-free
cloth to wipe away any soiling that does occur.

h

To avoid damage caused by static electricity, always
use the special static-free case provided during
transportation or storage, or keep the SmartMedia in
a storage case if available.

h

Do not carry SmartMedia in locations such as a
trouser pocket. This could subject the SmartMedia to
excessive force when you sit down, thereby
damaging the SmartMedia.

h

The SmartMedia may feel warm when it is removed
from the camera after extended periods of picture
taking or image viewing. This is normal and does not
indicate a fault.

h

Inserting a SmartMedia that is charged with static
electricity into your camera may result in a camera
malfunction. If this occurs, switch the camera off and
then on again.

h

Affix the label onto the designated area of the card.
Do not use third-party labels as this can lead to
problems when the card is inserted or removed.

h

When you attach the label, take care that it does not
cover any of the write-protect area.

■Notes on Using SmartMedia with a PC

h If you intend to take photos using a SmartMedia that

has been used on a PC, format the SmartMedia on
your camera.

h

When you format a SmartMedia in the camera and
then shoot and record images, a directory (folder) is
automatically created. Image data is then recorded in
this directory.

h

Do not change or delete the directory (folder) names
or file names on the SmartMedia from your PC as this
will make it impossible to use the SmartMedia in your
camera.

h

Always use the camera to erase image data on a
SmartMedia.

h

To edit image data, copy the image data to the PC’s
hard disk and then edit the copied data.

■Specifications

Type

Operating voltage 3.3V
Conditions for use Temperature:

Dimensions 37 mm

Image memory card for digital cameras
(SmartMedia)

0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F)
Humidity:
80% or less (no condensation)

× 45 mm × 0.76 mm

(1.45 in. × 1.77 in. × 0.03 in.) (W × H × D)

Warning Displayed

Explanation Remedy

The batteries in the camera are fully
depleted or very low on charge.

There is no SmartMedia loaded, or
the SmartMedia loaded is a 5-volt
card.

i

The SmartMedia is not formatted.

i

The SmartMedia contact area is
soiled.

i

Camera fault.

i

The SmartMedia contact area is
soiled.

i

The SmartMedia is damaged.

i

The SmartMedia format is incorrect.

i

Camera fault.

The SmartMedia is fully recorded.

The SmartMedia is write-protected.

i

An attempt was made to playback a
frame not recorded on this camera.

i

The SmartMedia contact area is
soiled.

i

Camera fault.

Replace the batteries or have new batteries
ready.

Load the SmartMedia (3.3V) in the correct
direction.

i

Wipe the contact area on the SmartMedia with
a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to format
the SmartMedia. If the error message is still
displayed, replace the SmartMedia.

i

Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

i

Wipe the contact area on the SmartMedia with
a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to format
the SmartMedia. If the error message is still
displayed, replace the SmartMedia.

i

Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

Erase some images or use a SmartMedia that
has ample free space.

Use a SmartMedia that is not write-protected.

i

Images cannot be played back.

i

Wipe the contact surface on the SmartMedia
thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. In some cases,
you may have to format the SmartMedia.

i

Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

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Warning Displays

eThe table below lists the warnings that are displayed on the LCD monitor

Troubleshooting eIf you think the camera is faulty, check the following once more

Warning Displayed

Explanation Remedy

The playback frame number has
reached 999–9999.

i

The data could not be recorded
due to a SmartMedia error or a
connection error between the
SmartMedia and camera.

i

The photographed image cannot
be recorded as it is too large to fit
in the available space on the
SmartMedia.

There is a strong likelihood of
camera shake because the shutter
speed is slow.

A protected frame was erased. Protected files cannot be erased. Unprotect the

DPOF settings are specified for an
image you tried to erase.

Prints were specified for more than
1000 frames in the DPOF frame
settings.

Take the shot using a formatted SmartMedia.

i

Re-insert the SmartMedia or switch the
camera off and then on again.

i

Use a new SmartMedia.

Use flash photography. However, a tripod
should be used for some scenes and modes.

frame using the camera on which the protection
was first applied.

To erase the image, specify “RESET” as the
DPOF setting.

The maximum number of frames for which
prints can be specified on the same
SmartMedia is 999.

Problem Cause Remedy

No power.

Power cuts out during
operation.

Battery runs out quickly.

No photograph is taken
when the shutter button
is pressed.

The battery is exhausted.

i

The AC power adapter plug has come out

i

of the power outlet.

The battery is exhausted. iReplace the batteries.

i

You are using the camera in extremely

i

cold conditions.

The terminals are soiled.

i

i

The battery is flat.

No SmartMedia is loaded.

i

The SmartMedia is fully recorded.

i

i

The SmartMedia is write-protected.
The SmartMedia is not formatted.

i

The SmartMedia contact area is soiled.

i

i

The SmartMedia is damaged.
The Power Save function has switched the

i

camera off.

The battery is exhausted.

i

Replace the batteries.

i

Plug the adapter back in.

i

i

Put the battery in your pocket or another
warm place to heat it and then load it into
the camera just before you take a picture.
Wipe the battery terminals with a clean,

i

dry cloth.
Purchase new batteries.

i

i

Load a SmartMedia.
Insert a new SmartMedia or erase some

i

unwanted frames.
Remove the write-protection.

i

Format the SmartMedia.

i

Wipe the SmartMedia contact area with a

i

clean dry cloth.
Load a new SmartMedia.

i

Switch the camera on.

i

i

Purchase new batteries.

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Troubleshooting

eIf you think the camera is faulty, check the following once more

Problem Cause Remedy

Can’t use the flash to
take pictures.

The playback image is
too dark even though
the flash was used.

The image is blurred.

There is speckling on
the image.

I can’t format the
SmartMedia.

The ERASE ALL function
does not erase all the
frames.

The flash is set to Suppressed Flash

i

mode.
You pressed the shutter button while the

i

flash was charging.
The battery is exhausted.

i

The subject is too far away.

i

Your fingers are obscuring the flash or

i

flash control sensor.

i

The lens is dirty.
You photographed a distant subject with

i

the macro selector switch set to “
You took a close-up shot with the macro

i

selector switch set to “

i

The shot was taken with a slow shutter
speed (long exposure) in a high-temperature
environment.

The SmartMedia is write-protected. iRemove the write-protection.

i

The frame is protected.

i

i

DPOF settings are specified for some
frames.

t

r

”.

”.

Set the flash to Auto, Red-Eye Reduction

i

or Forced Flash mode.
Wait until charging is completed before

i

pressing the shutter button.
Load a new battery.

i

Move closer to the subject.

i

Hold the camera correctly.

i

Clean the lens.

i

Cancel Macro mode.

i

i

Set the camera to Macro mode.

This is a characteristic of CCDs and does

i

not indicate a camera fault.

Peel off the write-protect sticker)

Unprotect the frame using the camera on

i

which the protection was first applied.
Cancel the DPOF settings for the frame

i

and try again.

Problem Cause Remedy

Frame erase does not
erase the frame.

Nothing happens when I
use the Mode switch.

When the camera is
connected to a personal
computer (PC), the shot
image appears on the
camera's LCD monitor.

The camera no longer
works correctly.

The frame is protected.

i

i

DPOF settings are specified for some

frames.

iCamera malfunction.

i

The battery exhausted.

i

The special USB cable is not connected

correctly to the PC or camera.

The PC is not switched on.

i

The camera has suffered an unforeseen

i

problem.

Unprotect the frame using the camera on

i

which the protection was first applied.
Cancel the DPOF settings for the frame

i

and try again.

Briefly remove the batteries or disconnect

i

the AC power adapter. Then reload the
batteries or reconnect the AC power
adapter and try again.
Purchase new batteries.

i

Set up the camera and USB cable

i

correctly.
Switch the PC on.

i

iRemove the battery briefly and then

reload the battery and try again.

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Specifications

System

h Model: Digital Camera FinePix A101
h

CCD sensor:

1/2.7-inch square pixel CCD with RGB Filter
(1.3 million pixels)

h

Resolution:

1280 × 960 pixels/640 × 480 pixels

h

File format:

Still image: JPEG (Exif Ver.2.1), DPOF-compatible
Movie: AVI format, Motion JPEG

✽Design rule for Camera File system Compliant

h

Viewfinder

Inverted Galiean finder; Frame coverag: 80%

h

Lens

Fujinon optical fixed-focus lens

h

Storage media

SmartMedia (3.3V, 2 to 128MB)

h

Focus distance

f=5.5 mm (equivalent to 36 mm on a 35 mm camera)

h

Number of frames recorded

File Size
Quality
Image Data Size
MG-4S (4MB
MG-8S (8MB
MG-16S/SW (16MB
MG-32S/SW (32MB
MG-64S/SW (64MB
MG-128SW (128MB

)
)

)
)
)

)

FINE

Approx.620KB

6
12
25
50

101
204

9

1280 ✕960

NORMAL

Approx. 320KB

12
25
49

99
198
398

Exposure control

h

64 zones TTL metering, Program AE
(exposure compensation available in Manual mode)

h

Sensitivity

Equivalent to ISO 125

h

White balance

Auto (7 positions selectable in Manual mode)

h

Focal range

Normal: Approx. 80 cm/2.6 ft. to infinity
Macro: Approx. 8 cm – 13 cm/3.1 in. – 5.1 in.

h

Shutter speeds

Variable-speed, 1/2 sec. to 1/1000 sec. (combined with
mechanical shutter)

h

Flash (Auto flash using flash control sensor)

Effective range : Approx. 0.8 m – 3.0 m (2.6 ft. – 9.8 ft.)
Flash modes : Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Forced Flash,

h

LCD monitor

1.6-inches, 55,000-pixels D-TFD

h

Self-Timer

10 sec. timer clock

BASIC

Approx. 170KB

Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro

0

640 ✕480

NORMAL

23
46

89
180
361
725 997

Approx. 130KB

122
247
497

Movie

—
—

30
61

Approx. 23 sec.

Approx. 47sec.

94 sec.

Approx.

191 sec.

Approx.

385

Approx.

774 sec.

Approx.

sec.

Input/ Output Terminals

h (Special USB) socket

USB (1) for image data output with a personal computer

h

DC IN 3V (Power input) socket

Socket for specified AC power adapter

Power Supply and Others

h

Power supply

Use one of the following:

• 2AA-size alkaline batteries

• 2AA-size Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries (sold

separately)

• AC Power Adapter AC-3V (sold separately)

h No. of available shots using battery (battery life)

Battery type

Alkaline batteries
Ni-MH batteries

HR-3UF

(Condition: Power saving mode ON, with fully charged battery (Ni-MH))

This indicates the number of available frames shot
consecutively at room temperature with a flash use rate of
50%. Note that these figures may vary depending on the
ambient temperature and the amount of charge in the
battery. The number of available shots or available
shooting time will be lower in cold conditions.

Conditions for use

h

Temperature: 0°C to + 40°C (+32°F to +104°F); 80%
humidity or less (no condensation)

With LCD monitor

ON

Approx. 80 frames

Approx. 150 frames

With LCD monitor

OFF

Approx. 200 frames

✽

Approx. 300 frames

h Camera dimensions (W /H /D)

98.5 mm × 64.5 mm × 40.5 mm/3.9 in. × 2.5 in. × 1.6in.
(not including accessories and attachments)

h

Camera mass (weight)

Approx. 145 g/5.1 oz.

(not including accessories, batteries or SmartMedia)

h

Weight for photography

Approx. 200 g/7.1 oz.
(including batteries and SmartMedia)

h

Accessories

See P.7

h

Optional Accessories

See P.65, 66

✽

✽ These specifications are subject to change without notice.

FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting
from errors in this Owner’s Manual.

✽ The LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufactured

using advanced high-precision technology. Even so, small
bright points and anomalous colors (particularly around
text) may appear on the monitor. These are normal display
characteristics and do not indicate a fault with the monitor.
This phenomenon will not appear on the recorded image.

✽ The operation error may be caused in a digital camera by

the strong radio interference (i. e. electric fields, static
electricity, line noise, etc.).

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Explanation of Terms

Safety Notes

DPOF: Digital Print Order Format
DPOF is a format used for recording information on a storage media (image memory card, etc.) that allows
you to specify which of the frames shot using a digital camera are printed and how many prints are made of
each image.

EV:

A number that denotes exposure. The EV is determined by the brightness of the subject and sensitivity (speed) of
the film or CCD. The number is larger for bright subjects and smaller for dark subjects. As the brightness of the
subject changes, a digital camera maintains the amount of light hitting the CCD at a constant level by adjusting
the aperture and shutter speed. When the amount of light striking the CCD doubles, the EV increases by 1.
Likewise, when the light is halved, the EV decreases by 1.

JPEG:

Joint Photographics Experts Group
A file format used for compressing and saving color images. The compression ratio can be selected, but the higher the
compression ratio, the poorer the quality of the expanded image.

Motion JPEG:

A type of AVI (Audio Video Interleave) file format that handles images and sound as a single file. Images in
the file are recorded in JPEG format. Motion JPEG can be played back by QuickTime 3.0 or later.

PC Card:

A generic term for cards that meet the PC Card Standard.

PC Card Standard:

A standard for PC cards determined by the PCMCIA.

PCMCIA:

Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (US).

White Balance:

Whatever the kind of the light, the human eye adapts to it so that a white object still looks white. On the other
hand, devices such as digital cameras see a white subject as white by first adjusting the color balance to suit
the color of the ambient light around the subject. This adjustment is called matching the white balance. A
function that automatically matches the white balance is called

an Automatic White Balance function.

h To ensure that you use your FinePix A101 camera

correctly, read these Safety Notes and your Owner’s
Manual carefully beforehand.
After reading these Safety Notes, store them in a safe

h

place.

About the Icons

The icons shown below are used in this document to
indicate the severity of the injury or damage that can result
if the information indicated by the icon is ignored and the
product is used incorrectly as a result.

This icon indicates that death or

WARNING

CAUTION

The icons shown below are used to indicate the nature of
the information which is to be observed.

serious injury can result if the
information is ignored.

This icon indicates that personal
injury or material damage can
result if the information is ignored.

Triangular icons notify the user of information
requiring attention (“Important”).

Circular icons with a diagonal bar notify the user
that the action indicated is prohibited
(“Prohibited”).

Filled circles with an exclamation mark notify the
user of an action that must be performed
(“Required”).

WARNING

When a fault arises, switch the camera
off and then remove the batteries and
disconnect the AC power adapter.

Continued use of the camera when it is
emitting smoke, is emitting any unusual
odor, or is in any other abnormal state can
cause a fire or electric shock.

Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

h

Do not allow water or foreign objects to
enter the camera.

If water or a foreign object has entered the
camera, switch the camera off and then
remove the batteries and disconnect the AC
power adapter.
Continued use of the camera can cause a
fire or electric shock.

Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

h

Do not place the camera on an unstable
surface.

This can cause the camera to fall or tip over
and cause injury.

Do not use the camera in the bathroom
or shower.

This can cause a fire or electric shock.

Unplug from

power socket.

Do not use in the

bathroom or shower.

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Safety Notes

WARNING

Never attempt to modify or disassemble
the camera. (Never open the casing.)

Do not use the camera when it has been
dropped or the casing is damaged.

This can cause a fire or electric shock.

● Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

Never attempt to take pictures while in
motion.

Do not use the camera while you are
walking or operating a moving car or other
vehicle.

This can result in you falling down or being
involved in a traffic accident.

Do not heat, modify or attempt to
disassemble the batteries.
Do not drop or subject the batteries to
impacts.
Do not attempt to recharge lithium or
alkaline batteries.
Do not store the batteries with metallic
products.

Any of these actions can cause the
batteries to burst or leak and cause fire or
injury as a result

Do not

disassemble.

WARNING

Do not touch any metal parts of the
camera during a thunderstorm.

This can cause an electric shock due to
induced current from the lightning discharge.

Do not use the batteries except as
specified.

Load the batteries with the poles positioned
as indicated by the +

Use only the batteries or AC power
adapter specified for use with this
camera.

The use of other power sources can cause a fire.

If the battery leaks and fluid gets into
your eyes or comes into contact with
your skin or clothing, this can cause
injury or loss of eyesight. Immediately
flush the affected area thoroughly with
clean water and seek medical treatment.

When discarding or storing batteries,
cover the battery terminals with
insulation tape.

Contact with other metallic objects or

h

batteries could cause the batteries to
ignite or burst.

and - marks.

CAUTION

Do not use this camera in locations
severely affected by oil fumes, steam,
humidity or dust.

This can cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not leave this camera in places
subject to extremely high temperatures.

Do not leave the camera in locations such
as a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight.

This can cause a fire.

Do not place heavy objects on the
camera.

This can cause the heavy object to tip over
or fall and cause injury.

Do not move the camera while the AC
power adapter is still connected.

This can damage the power cord or cables
and cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not cover or wrap the camera or the
AC power adapter in a cloth or quilt.

This can cause heat to build up and distort
the casing or cause a fire.

CAUTION

Remove the batteries and disconnect
the AC power adapter when you are
cleaning the camera or if you intend to
leave the camera unused for a long
period.

Failure to do so can cause a fire or electric
shock.

Do not use the flash close to anyone’s
eyes.

This can cause temporary damage to the
person’s eyesight.

Request regular internal testing and
cleaning for your camera.

Build-up of dust in your camera can cause
a fire or electric shock.

Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to request

h

internal cleaning every 2 years.

8382

We

:

Name

:

Address

declare that the product
Product Name : FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix A101
Manufacture’s Name : Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd.
Manufacture’s Address : 26-30, Nishiazabu 2-chome, Minato-ku,

is in conformity with the following Standards

following the provision of the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC and
93/68/EEC)and Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC).

Safety :EN60950
EMC :EN55022 :1998 Classe B

84

Fuji Photo Film (Europe)G.m.b.H.
Heesenstrasse 31
40549 Dusseldorf, Germany

Tokyo 106-8620, Japan

EN55024 :1998
EN61000-3-2 :1995 +A1:1998 +A2:1998

Dusseldorf, Germany September 1, 2001

Place Date Signature/Managing Director

Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet
weggooien maar inleveren als KCA

MemoEC Declaration of Conformity

Printed on recycled paper.

26-30, Nishiazabu 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8620, Japan

BL00034-200(1

)

Printed in Japan FGS-103107-FG