FujiFilm iX-100 User Manual

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User’s Manual B

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Brief Description

This Digital Camera iX-100 is a simple, easy-to-use
digital camera. The USB cable and SmartMedia
supplied with the camera make it easy for you to
download images to your PC. You can also use the
video output function to view your images on a TV. The
bundled “ArcSoft PhotoImpression3.0” software on the

Trademark Information

h IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
h Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation of the U.S. registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operating System.

h Pentium is trademark of IntelCorporation.
h Macintosh, iMac and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
h QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license. The QuickTime logo is registered in the U.S. and

other countries.

h SmartMedia
h PhotoImpression
h All other company or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies.

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TM

is trademark of Toshiba Corporation.

TM

is trademark of Arcsoft, Inc.

enclosed CD-ROM provides a range of functions that
make it easy for you to modify your images, create
calendars or postcards and print out what you have
created on your printer.

Package Contents

After purchasing this product, be sure to check that
the package contains all the items listed below.

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Camera LR6 AA-size alkaline

batteries (2)

Strap Video cable USB cable CD-ROM

User’s manual, Quick start guide, Warranty card

Every effort has been made to ensure that this product
is complete. If any items are missing from the package,
contact the store from which you purchased the

SmartMedia (4MB) Soft case

camera. Keep the camera packaging in a safe place as
it will be needed if you return the camera for repairs,
etc.

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Contents

Brief Description

Package Contents
Safety Notes
Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly
Notes on the Power Supply
Notes on the SmartMedia™
Nomenclature

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

Camera

GETTING READY

ATTACHING THE STRAP
LOADING THE BATTERIES
LOADING THE SmartMedia™

Removing the SmartMedia

Write-Protecting SmartMedia
k SWITCHING ON AND OFF

Battery Status

SmartMedia Status

Power Save Function

GUIDE TO CAMERA OPERATIONS

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USING YOUR CAMERA

q TAKING PICTURES

Viewfinder and Viewfinder Lamp Display

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SELECTING THE SHOOTING DISTANCE

a SELECTING THE FLASH MODE
, SELECTING THE QUALITY MODE

m SELECTING THE MODE

(IMAGE QUALITY)

w Self-timer Mode
g Digital Telephoto Mode
t Movie Mode

Viewing Movies

2 Set Mode

Video Output Format/Beep Tone Setting
Counter Display Format
e Delete

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TV

REVIEWING IMAGES

CONNECTING TO A TV

Main Menu

Index (16-frame review)
Review (view frame)
Slide show (continuous review)

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Delete (delete frame)
Delete all
Format
Language
Camera information
Settings

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Slide show mode
Slide show duration
Time out
Beep tone
Picture counter
Restore default settings

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Software

USING THE SOFTWARE

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

Guide to Software

For Windows

UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

For Macintosh

UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

DOWNLOADING IMAGES TO A PC

Using the USB Cable

Using My iX-100 Camera

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Using iX-100 Camera
Using iX-100 Twain Driver
for Windows only

USING PhotoImpression3.0

Get Photo

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Edit

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Create

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Warning Display
Specifications
System Requirements

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Safety Notes

To ensure that you use your camera correctly, read these
Safety Notes and your User’s Manual carefully beforehand.
The warnings given here provide important safety
information and should be observed at all times.

■ The icon shown below is 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

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Safety Notes

WARNING

Z

h The enclosed disk is a computer CD-ROM. Never attempt

to play this disk on an ordinary music CD player as it may
produce extremely high noise levels that could damage
your hearing or your audio equipment.

h The camera is precision instrument. Never attempt to take

this part apart. There is a serious danger of a powerful
electric shock.

h Do not drape the connection cord around your neck or

otherwise treat the cable carelessly as this could result in
suffocation.

h Do not look through the viewfinder at the sun or other

strong-light. This could damage your eyesight.

h Do not leave the camera in locations exposed to direct

sunlight as this could cause a fire due to the action of the
lens.

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serious injury can result if the
information is ignored.

Be sure to read these Safety Notes before using the products.

h Ensure that batteries are stored in a safe, secure place

well out of the reach of any small children.

Incorrect use of the batteries could cause them to leak,
become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the
precautions given “Notes on the Power Supply” (/P.8).

hGeneral Information

h Do not use the camera while you are walking, running,

driving or operating machinery. This can result in a
serious accident.

h Do not use the flash close to anyone's eyes. This can

cause temporary damage to eyesight.

h Request regular internal testing and cleaning for your

camera. Build-ups of dust in your camera can cause fire
or shock.

h Do not use this device in aircraft or hospitals. The use of

this device in an aircraft or hospital can cause
malfunctions in the control devices used in aircraft
hospitals.

Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly

hTest 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.
✽ Fuji Photo Film (U.K.) 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 products.

hNotes on Copyright

Image 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 card containing
images or data protected under copyright laws is only
permissible within the restrictions imposed by those
copyright laws.

hLiquid Crystal

If the LCD is damaged, take particular care with the liquid
crystal in the panel. If any of the following situations arise,
take the urgent action indicated.
h If liquid crystal comes in contact your skin:

Wipe the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly with
running water and soap.

h If liquid crystal gets into your eye:

Flush the affected eye with clean water for at least 15
minutes and then seek medical assistance.

h If liquid crystal is swallowed:

Flash your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large

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

hHandling Your Digital Camera

h 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.

h Do not load or remove the SmartMedia while the camera

is switched on as this could destroy the data on the
SmartMedia. Switch the camera off before loading or
removing the SmartMedia.

hPlaces to Avoid

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

h In the rain or in very humid, dirty or dusty places.
h Places subject to extreme temperature rises, such as in

direct sunlight or closed car in summer. Extremely cold
places.

h Places subject to strong vibration.
h Places affected by smoke or steam.
h Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near

motors, transformers or magnets).

h In contact with chemicals such as pesticides or next to

rubber or vinyl products for long periods of time.

h Sandy places such as beaches or deserts, or places

where there is wind borne sand.

hNotes on Condensation

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

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hCleaning Your Camera

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

viewfinder as these surfaces, and then wipe lightly with a
soft, dry cloth.

h Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD or

viewfinder as these surface are easily damaged.

h Clean the body of the camera with a soft, dry, cloth. Do

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

hUsing the Camera Overseas

h When traveling 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.

hOthers

h To view the images you have shot, you will need a TV or

a PC that conforms to the hardware and software
requirements given in the table on P.46.

h You will need a printer to print out the images you have

shot.

h Fuji Photo Film (U.K.) Ltd., accepts no liability whatsoever

for any damages or loss of revenue incurred as a result of
the deleting of data stored in the computer memory due to
a fault or any other cause.

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Notes on the Power Supply

hApplicable Batteries

h LR6 AA-size alkaline batteries can be used with this

camera.

h The operating lives of alkaline batteries vary between

brands and the life of batteries you purchase may be
shorter than the alkaline batteries provided with the
camera.

hNotes on the Batteries

Incorrect use of the batteries could cause them to leak,
become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the precautions
given below.
h When loading the batteries into the camera, ensure that

the battery polarity (= and -) is as indicated on the
camera.

h Ensure that the camera is switched off when loading and

removing the batteries.

h Do not heat the batteries or throw into a fire.
h Do not carry or store batteries with metal objects such as

necklaces or hairpins that could come into contact with
the metal = and - poles of the batteries.

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

take particular care to keep the terminals dry.

h Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the

batteries.

h Do not attempt to peel off or cut the batteries casing.
h Do not drop, strike or otherwise subject the batteries to

strong impacts.

h Do not use the batteries that are leaking, deformed,

discolored or exhibit any other obvious abnormality.

h Do not store the batteries in very warm or moist locations.
h Keep the batteries out of reach of babies and small

children.

h Do not use new battery together with used battery. Do not

use batteries of different types or brands together.

h When replacing the batteries, always fit 2 new batteries.

Here, ‘new batteries’ refers to either recently purchased
unused alkaline batteries.

h In cold locations (at temperatures of +10°C 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.

h If the battery terminals are soiled by fingerprints, etc., the

number of available shots declines markedly. Carefully
wipe the battery terminals with a soft dry cloth before
loading them into the camera.

WARNING

Z

h If any liquid at all leaks from the batteries, wipe the

battery compartment thoroughly and then load new
batteries.

h If 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.

TM

Notes on the SmartMedia

hSmartMedia

The SmartMedia card supplied with your 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 deleted
from the card and new data recorded.

hSmartMedia 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.

hStoring Data

In the situations listed below, recorded data may be deleted
(destroyed). Please note that Fuji Photo Film (U.K.) Ltd.,
accepts no responsibility whatever for the loss (destruction)
of recorded data.
h When the SmartMedia is used incorrectly by the owner or

a third party.

h When the SmartMedia is exposed to static electricity or

electrical noise.

h When the SmartMedia slot cover is opened or the

SmartMedia removed and the camera is then switched off
during data recording, during data deleting (SmartMedia
formatting).

hNotes on Handling SmartMedia

h Take care to hold the SmartMedia straight when you load

it into your camera.

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h Never remove the SmartMedia or switch the camera off

during data recording, during data deleting (SmartMedia
formatting). These actions could result in damage to the
SmartMedia.

h Use only the SmartMedia specified for use with the

camera. The use of other SmartMedia could damage the
camera.

h The SmartMedia are precision electronic devices. Do not

bend, drop, or subject the SmartMedia to shocks.

h Do not use or store the SmartMedia in environment likely

to be affected by strong static electricity or electrical
noise.

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

corrosive environment.

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 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 Do not carry the 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 SmartMedia have a limited life and it will eventually

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become impossible to store or delete data on a
SmartMedia that has been used for a long period. When
this occurs, purchase a new SmartMedia card.

h Affix the label onto the designed 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.

hNotes 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 by
connecting the camera to a TV using the video cable.

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 To edit image data, copy the image data to the PC’s

hard disk and then edit the copied data.

hSpecifications

Type Image memory card for digital

Operating voltage 3.3V

Conditions for use Temperature: 0°C to +40°C

Dimensions 37mm × 45mm × 0.76mm (W×H×D)

cameras (SmartMedia)

Humidity:

80% or less (no condensation)

Nomenclature

Battery cover(P.15)

Tripod mount

Viewfinder window(P.23)

Self-timer lamp(P.28)

Flash(P.25)

Shooting distance

selector switch(P.24)

Lens

Video output socket(P.36)

USB

socket(P.58)

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Viewfinder
(P.23)

SmartMedia slot cover(P.16)

Viewfinder
lamp(P.23)

QUALITY button(P.26)

Power button(P.18)

Shutter button(P.23)

SmartMedia slot
(P.16)

MODE button(P.27)

Flash button(P.25)

Liquid crystal display (P.13)

Strap lug(P.14)

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Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

LCD Mode See page

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LCD Mode See page

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z

y

qt

Number of Available Shots
(001-999), etc.

Battery Status

SmartMedia is loaded/unload

q

Still Image Mode

t

Movie Mode

P.23, 33,

P.18

P.19

P.22, 30

p

f

u

i

Close-up Mode

Flash Mode

Auto Flash

d

a

Forced Flash

s

Flash-off

Quality (Image Quality)

P.24

P.25

P.26

o

Self-timer Mode

w

45

g

n

b

Digital Telephoto Mode

Video Output Format

Beep Tone on/off

r

Delete Mode

e

P.28

P.29

P.33, 36

P.33, 45

P.34

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ATTACHING THE STRAP

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Point

P

1

Do not use a strap made for cellular
phones or similar electronic products.
These straps are usually too light or
weak to hold your camera securely. For
safety, use only straps designed for
cameras.

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LOADING THE BATTERIES

■Compatible batteries
Use LR6 AA-size alkaline batteries (2).

2

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Point

P

h When loading the batteries into the

camera, ensure that the battery polarity
(= and -) is as indicated on the camera.

h The operating lives of alkaline batteries

vary between brands and the life of
batteries you purchase may be shorter
than the alkaline batteries provided with
the camera.

h In cold locations (at temperatures of +10°C or below),

battery performance deteriorates and the time for
which they can be used shortens markedly.

h Do not use new battery together with used battery.

Do not use batteries of different types or brands
together.

h Take care not to drop the batteries when you open or

close the battery cover.

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colored

Gold

sectio

stickers

Gold Gold

Gold

stickers

LOADING THE SmartMedia

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h Ensure that camera

is switched off !

■Supported SmartMedia and Standard No. of Available Shots

✽ Operation of this camera is only guaranteed when it is used with

FUJIFILM SmartMedia.

QUALITY (Image quality)

uio

57 81 176

116 163 354

232 327 709

464 655 1421

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SmartMedia

4MB 14 20 43

8MB 28 40 88

16MB

32MB

64MB

128MB

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✽ Insert the SmartMedia so that the gold-

colored section on the SmartMedia faces
the gold stickers on the camera.

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✽ 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.

h Only use 3.3V SmartMedia.
h The SmartMedia will not slide fully into

Point

P

the slot if it is inserted facing the wrong
way.

Removing the SmartMedia

h Ensure that camera is switched off !

Never remove the SmartMedia while the
camera is still switched on.

Point

P

Write-Protecting SmartMedia

Affixing a write-protect sticker to a SmartMedia
makes it impossible to record or delete images on
the SmartMedia or format the SmartMedia. Simply
peel off the sticker to use the card normally again.

h Always use the write-protect stickers

provided and ensure that the sticker is firmly
affixed to the SmartMedia and does not overlap
outside the write-protect area . Do not reuse
write-protect stickers.

h Take care not to cut yourself with the edge of

the sticker.

h Soiled stickers may fail to effectively write-

protect the SmartMedia.

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k

SWITCHING ON AND OFF

h Pressing the k Power button

switches the camera on and off.

Switching the camera on allows you to
check the remaining battery charge and

Point

P

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ascertain whether a SmartMedia is
loaded in the camera.

Battery Status

LCD Description

z

x

c

v

The batteries have ample charge.

The battery charge is low. Have a new
set of batteries ready.

The batteries will run out shortly. We
recommend to replace with new
batteries.

The batteries are exhausted. Replace
with new batteries.

SmartMedia Status

LCD Description

y

Point

P

A SmartMedia card is loaded.

A SmartMedia is write-protected.
✽ If the beep tone is switched on

(/P.33, 45), the camera emits a beep.

If you load a SmartMedia into your
camera correctly and the “y” icon does
not appear, wipe the contact area (gold­colored section) of the SmartMedia with
a soft dry cloth and then reload the
SmartMedia.

Power Save Function

The Power Save function automatically switches
the camera off to avoid wasting battery power
when the camera is left unused for a set period
while switched on.

✽ The Power Save function does not operate

when a USB connection is being used.

h To ready the camera for taking pictures after the

Power Save function has been activated, press
the k Power button.

h You can change the period of time after which

the Power Save function is activated. To
change the setting, connect the camera to a TV
(/P.36) and use the Setting menu (/P.45).

■ Settings: Approx. 30 seconds/45 seconds/
60 seconds (factory default)/90 seconds/off

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GUIDE TO CAMERA OPERATIONS

TAKING
PICTURES

REVIEW

e

DELETE

q

qq

q Still Image Mode (/P.22)

t Movie Mode (/P.30)

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Using camera Using camera

Index (/P.38)

Shooting Distance Selection

j Normal Mode
p Close-up Mode

Flash Mode Selection

dAuto Flash

a Forced Flash

s Flash-off

Quality Selection (/P.26)

u/i/o

Mode Selection (/P.27)

w Self-timer Mode (/P.28)

Digital Telephoto Mode (/P.29)

g

(/P.24)

(/P.25)

Review (/P.39)
Slide show (/P.40)

Refer to “Connecting to a TV”
(/P.36)

Using camera & TV

Delete the selected frame

(/P.34)

✽ You can delete all the images.

Refer to

This function is useful for
deleting the last image shot.

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Using camera & TV

Delete the selected frame

(/P.41)

Delete all (/P.42)
Format (/P.42)

Refer to

Refer to “Connecting to a TV”
(/P.36)

You can check your images on
the TV as you select the frames
to be deleted.

2

q

Video Output Format (/P.33)
Beep Tone Setting (/P.33)
Counter Display Format (/P.33)

SETTINGS

Using camera

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Using camera & TV

Video Output Format (/P.36)

Main Menu (/P.37)

Language (/P.43)
Camera information (/P.44)
Settings (/P.45)

Slide show mode
Slide show duration
Power save function (Time out)
Beep tone
Counter display format
(Picture counter)
Restore default settings

Refer to

Refer to “Connecting to a TV”
(/P.36)

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qTAKING PICTURES

1

Switch the camera on.

h Focal range: Approx. 1.0 m to infinity

h For normal photography, check that

the shooting distance selector switch is

Point

P

set to j (/P.24).

h For close-up photography, set the

shooting distance selector to p
(/P.24).

2

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

Compose your shot so that the subject
you want to photograph is within the
field of view (bright frame).

The image will be blurred if the camera
moves when taking the picture (camera

Point

P

shake). When shooting in low-light
conditions, use a tripod to prevent
blurred images due to camera shake.

3

Parallax correction
mark

Bright frame lines

When you press the shutter
button, the camera taking
the picture.
The image is then recorded and the number
in the counter decreases.

h You can change the counter display format (/P.33).

Point

P

h The number of shots may increase or

decrease slightly depending on the
type of subject.

h Never open the battery cover or

remove the SmartMedia while the
viewfinder lamp is flashing.

Viewfinder and

Viewfinder Lamp Display

■Viewfinder

The area inside the field of view (bright frame) is
photographed. Compose your shot so that what you
want to photograph is within the field of view (bright
frame).

■Viewfinder lamp display

Color Status

Taking
pictures is

Green

possible.

Taking

Orange

pictures is
impossible.

Waiting for

Blinking

ready to

green and

switch the

orange

camera off.

alternately

SmartMedia

Red

warning.

Status of

viewfinder lamp

Lit

Flashing

Lit

Flashing

Flashing

Lit

Ready to shoot
Image being recorded

onto the SmartMedia.
Flash charging
Image being recorded

onto the SmartMedia.

Image being recorded
onto the SmartMedia.

See “Troubleshooting”
(/P.69).

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