Konica Minolta Revio KD-30M User Guide

R4040222

Digital Still Camera

Thank you for your purchase. For the correct usage of this product, please read this User's Manual and warranty card carefully and keep them in a safe place for future reference. Before accepting the warranty card, please make sure that the date of purchase and the dealer's details have been completed.

User Manual

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Del eti ng Image s -----------------------------------------------------------------------33 For mat tin g an SD C ard ---------------------------------------------------------------33 For mat tin g the Buil t-i n Flas h Memo ry -------------------------------------------34 Set tin g Sli de Sh ow ---------------------------------------------------------------------34

Set tin g Ima ge Pr ote cti on -------------------------------------------------------------35 Pri nti ng Ou t Ima ges w ith out a P C--------------------------------------------------3 6 Under Movie Clip Mode ( ) --------------------------------------------------------37 Set tin g the R eco rdi ng Tim e of a Mo vie C lip -------------------------------------37 Under Setup Mode ( ) -----------------------------------------------------------38- 41 Set tin g Bee p Sou nd -------------------------------------------------------------------38

Set tin g Auto P owe r Off ---------------------------------------------------------------38

Set tin g Date Stam p --------------------------------------------------------------------39 Set tin g Dat e Type ----------------------------------------------------------------------39

Set ting Da te -----------------------------------------------------------------------------40 Set tin g Qui ck View --------------------------------------------------------------------40

Set tin g Lan gua ge-----------------------------------------------------------------------4 1 Default Setting----------------------------------------------------------------------------41

PC Connection -----------------------------------------------------------------------42-62

Installing the Camera's Driver ------------------------------------------------------42-46

Under Microsoft Windows 98 / 98SE ---------------------------------------------42-43

Under Microsoft Windows 2000---------------------------------------------------44-45

Under Microsoft Windows ME / XP --------------------------------------------------46

Under Mac 9.X or later------------------------------------------------------------------46

Installing U lead P hoto E xplorer-----------------------------------------------------47-52

Under Windows Operation System (Windows 98/98SE/2000/ME/XP) ------47-50

Under Macintosh Operating System (Mac 9.X or later) ------------------------51-52 About Ulead Photo Explorer ---------------------------------------------------------53-60

Downloading the Image(s) ------------------------------------------------------------61-62

Under Windows Operation System (Windows 98/98SE/2000/ME/XP)----------61

Downloading Images from Removable Disk ---------------------------------------------61

Downloading Images through Ulead Photo Explorer----------------------------------------- 61

Under Macintosh Operating System (Mac 9.X or later) ----------------------------62 Downloading Images from Removable Disk ---------------------------------------------62

Downloading Images through Ulead Photo Explorer-------------------------------------62

Appendix --------------------------------------------------------------------------------63-65

Error Message Table -----------------------------------------------------------------------63 Specifications ----------------------------------------------------------------------------64-65

Warranty and After-sales Service-------------------------------------------66-68

Getting Started ------------------------------------------------------------------------04

Important Safety Precautions ------------------------------------------05- 09

Overall Introduction---------------------------------------------------------- 10-14

Accessories ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------10 External View ------------------------------------------------------------------------11-1 2 Mode Dial (Working Mode) ----------------------------------------------------------12 Focus Range -------------------------------------------------------------------------------12 Icon Display -------------------------------------------------------------------------------13 Icon Index Table -------------------------------------------------------------------------14

Getting Ready ------------------------------------------------------------------------15-20

Switch On or Off the Camera------------------------------------------------------------15 Loading the Batteries ------------------------------------------------------------------15-16 Using an AC Adapter----------------------------------------------------------------------17 Inserting an SD Card -----------------------------------------------------------------17-18 Removing an SD Card-----------------------------------------------------------------18-20 Attaching the Wrist Strap ----------------------------------------------------------------20

Getting Started ------------------------------------------------------------------------21

Basic Photography -----------------------------------------------------------------------21

Advanced Functionality Settings --------------------------------------22- 41

Under Shooting Mode ( )--------------------------------------------------------22- 29

Set tin g Foc us Ra nge -------------------------------------------------------------------22 Turn ing On or Off the TFT LCD Mon ito r ----------------------------------------22 Set tin g Fla sh Mo de -------------------------------------------------------------------22 Set tin g Sel f-time r ----------------------------------------------------------------------23 Set tin g Dig ita l Zoo m -----------------------------------------------------------------23 Set tin g an Image S ize (Res olu tio n) ----------------------------------------------24 Set tin g Ima ge Qu ali ty ------------------------------------------------------------25- 26 Set tin g Voice Me mo -------------------------------------------------------------------27 Settin g Exp osu re ----------------------------------------------------------------------28 Settin g Whi te Ba lance ----------------------------------------------------------------29

Under Playback Mode ( ) -----------------------------------------------------30-36

Exp lor ing a n Ima ge -------------------------------------------------------------------30

Dis pla yin g Image Inf orm ati on ------------------------------------------------------31 Pla yba ck of a Mov ie C lip -------------------------------------------------------------31 Thu mbn ail I mag es (S mal l Ima ges ) Dis pla y--------------------------------------3 2

Table Of Contents Table Of Contents

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Please be sure to read this manual before use.

Test shooting Be sure to take some test shots before taking important pictures (such as business or weddings) to make sure that the camera is working properly. Results are not guaranteed In the unlikely event that a problem arises in shooting or reproducing pictures due to the camera or memory card used, please understand that no compensation can be made. Be aware of Copyright Any pictures that you take of existing images may be used for personal use only. Copyright law prohibits the use of pictures without the permission of the rightful owner. Also, please note that some occasions of the performing arts, demonstrations and exhibitions may restrict photography even for the purpose of personal enjoyment.

Caution for Extended Camera Use: The camera body may become hot when used for a long period of time, but it doesn't mean that the camera is faulty. However, if the camera keeps touching the skin for a long time, this may cause a cryogenic burn. Please be careful with it.

About trademarks Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows XP, Windows 2000 Professional and Windows Me are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Apple, Macintosh, Mac OS, QuickTime and Power PC are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer in the U.S. and other countries. Other company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

* The illustrations in this guide are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual design of your camera.

Getting Started

This product has been designed with safety in mind; however, please read the following display marks, warnings and cautions for its correct usage. The following warning and caution symbols are to prevent damage to the user, other persons and property.

Definitions of the symbols

The following categories explain the degree of danger or

damage that may occur if the displayed content is not followed or the product is misused.

Warning This symbol indicates that misuse may result in serious injury and even death.

Caution This symbol indicates that misuse may result in bodily injury or physical damage.

The following categories explain the contents to be

followed using symbols.

This symbol indicates that the content requires caution when performed.

This symbol indicates that the content is prohibited.

This symbol indicates that the content must always be followed.

Important Safety Precautions

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Warning

Should any of the following occur, stop using the product immediately. Remove the batteries from the unit and disconnect the AC adapter. If using the AC adapter, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet. Consult the dealer from whom you bought the product for further assistance. Continued use of the product may result in fire or electrical shock. If you notice any abnormality such as smoke or an

abnormal smell, or if the camera becomes extremely hot. If liquid gets inside the camera. If any foreign object gets inside the camera.

Do not dismantle, modify or repair the camera yourself. Fire and/or electrical shock may occur as a result. For repair or internal inspection, consult the dealer from whom you bought the product.

Do not allow the camera to get wet. Fire, electrical shock and/or malfunction of the unit may occur if internal parts are exposed to water or other liquids.

Do not drop or insert metal objects or combustible items inside the camera. Fire, electrical shock and/or malfunction of the unit may occur as a result of metal objects, etc. getting inside the camera.

Do not use the camera while driving.

May cause traffic accidents. When using the camera while walking, pay attention to the road surface, surroundings, etc.

Do not use the camera on unstable ground. Serious injury and even death may occur as a result especially when falling from high places.

Important Safety Precautions

Warning

Do not directly look at the sun through the viewfinder.

Loss of or impaired eyesight may result.

Do not touch the metal parts on the camera during thunder and lighting.

Death may occur if lighting strikes the camera.

Do not use AC adapters other than those specified.

Fire may occur as a result of AC adapters other than those specified being used.

Do not dismantle, short-circuit, coat (solder, etc.), Apply heat, apply pressure (with nail, etc.) to the

battery, or throw into a fire. Furthermore, do not allow

metals (wires, necklaces, etc.) to come into contact

with batteries.

Fluid leakage, heat, fire and damage may occur as a result.

Caution

Do not point the lens directly at the sun or at a strong

light source.

Malfunction of internal parts may occur from concentrated

rays of light. Using the camera in such conditions may cause short circuits and breakdown of insulation, resulting in overheating and/or fire.

Take care not to get fingers caught in the battery/card cover.

Personal injury may occur as a result.

When using the camera inside an airplane, follow the directions of the airline company.

Electric waves emitted from the camera may affect airplane cockpit instruments.

Do not use the flash near eyes.

Eye injury may occur as a result.

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Caution

When taking a picture, wipe off the flash surface and be careful not to cover the flash.

If the flash surface is dirty or you take a shot with the flash

covered, it is possible for the flash surface quality or color to change, due to the high temperature of the flash.

Check that the polarity is correct when inserting

batteries.

The battery may heat, damage or leak if the polarity is not correct, possibly causing skin burns and/or personal injury as a result.

Do not use batteries which have become soiled with oil

or sweat.

If soiled, wipe the contacts with a dry cloth before use.

When cleaning or carrying out non-photographic

operations on the camera, disconnect the AC adapter for safety.

Do not leave the camera in locations such as:

A location exposed to direct sunlight or inside a car, etc. where the temperature may become extremely high.

Fire and/or damage to the unit may occur.

Within the reach of children.

The strap may wrap around the neck causing strangulation, or accessories such as batteries, Memory Card, etc. May be swallowed.

Unstable surfaces such as on an unstable table or an angled surface.

Camera dropping on the head or other body parts may not only cause personal injury but malfunction of the unit as well.

A location exposed to lampblack, steam, high humidity, vdust or vibration.

If dust or liquid enters the camera or if the internal parts are damaged by strong vibration, overheating, fire or electrical shock may occur as a result.

Important Safety Precautions

Caution

Remove the batteries when the camera will not be used for an extended period.

Do not use force when operating the camera. The camera may become damaged, causing personal injury as a result.

Do not rotate the camera when mounting on a tripod.

About battery fluid leakage Should battery fluid leaks ever come into contact with hands or clothing, wash immediately with water. Loss of eyesight may occur if battery fluid enters the eye. In such case, do not rub the eye. Immediately flush the eye with water and seek medical attention.

About the LCD monitor

Due to the characteristics of liquid crystals, the brightness of the LCD monitor may appear uneven with changes in temperature, etc. The LCD monitor has been developed using high-precision engineering and is superior in sharpness and picture quality. Due to the nature of liquid crystals, however, there may be missing or constantly lit pixels on the monitor. This is not a malfunction of the unit. If the LCD monitor becomes damaged for some reason, take care to prevent personal injury from broken glass, etc. Furthermore, take care that liquid crystals do not touch the skin or enter the eyes or mouth.

Important Safety Precautions

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Overall Introduction

Accessories

Digital Camera Camera Driver 2 x AA Batteries & User Manual & Ulead Software

Camera Pouch Quick Start Guide USB Cable

Wrist Strap

5.1

Quick Start Guide

Overall Introduction

External View

Mode Dial

Shutter Button

Tripod SocketBattery/Memory

Card Cover

Lens Cover

Lens Cover Switch

USB Connector

Focus Switch

DC In Connector

Flash

MIC

View Finder

Self-timer LED

Top

Front

Bottom

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Overall Introduction

Mode Dial(Working Mode)

Focus Range

Shooting Mode Playback Mode Movie Clip Mode Setup Mode

( ) ( )

( )

Macro : 0.2m Normal : 0.8m~infinity

( )

Menu Button

LED Indicator

View Finder

Power Switch

TFT LCD Monitor

Strap Eyelet

TFT LCD Button

Back

Up ( )Direction Button Down ( )Direction Button Left ( )Direction Button Right ( )Direction Button

Icon Display

Memory Card

Exposure

Digital Zoom

Focus Range

(

acro

Date

Battery Status

( ) Battery full ( ) Battery half drained ( ) Battery drained

Image Size

( )2048x1536 ( )1600x1200 ( )1280x960

( )2560x1920

Image Quality

( ) Super fine ( ) Fine ( ) Normal

White Balance

(

uto

(

aylight

(

unset ( )Fluorescent ( )Tungsten

AUTO

Working Mode

( )Shooting mode ( )Playback mode ( )Movie clip mo

( )Setup mode

Overall Introduction

Voice Memo

Flash Mode

(

uto flash

(

uto flash with red-eye reduction (

ight Scene ( )Fill-in flash ( )Flash off

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Icon Index Table

Working Mode

Focus Range

Flash Modes

Digital Zoom

Thumbnails

Self-timer

Movie Clip

Memory Card Inside

Battery Status

Image Size (Resolution)

Image Quality

White Balance

Exposure

Protected Image

Print (DPOF)

Voice Memo

Darkness Warning

AUTO

Overall Introduction

Switch On or Off the Camera

Loading the Batteries

Getting Ready

Slide the "POWER" switch sideways and hold it awhile to switch on the camera. Repeat the action above to switch off the camera.

1. Check if the camera is switched off.

2. Slide the Battery / Memory Card Cover out to open it.

3. Load 2 x AA batteries into the battery chamber, following the polarity indications.

4. Close the Battery / Memory Card Cover.

Note

The symbols below are used to indicate the battery status on the TFT LCD monitor. ( ):Battery power is full. ( ):Battery power is half drained. Have new batteries ready. ( ):Battery power is drained. Replace the batteries you are using now.

Note

The battery type shown below is recommended to ensure the normal operation of the camera.

Brand Type

Duracell(Ultra) Alkaline

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Getting Ready

Note

1. Do not change the battery with wet hands, as there is a

danger of electric shock.

2. Warning When you continue using the camera for a long time, the batteries become hot. Contact with the batteries can lead to burns. Never open the battery/card cover while the camera is accessing the card or processing images. Do not leave the battery anywhere where the temperature

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may reach 60C (140 F), such as inside a car, in the sun, near a heater, etc. Do not get the battery wet, drop it or subject it to violent shocks.

3.Batteries may lose power if kept inside the camera for a long time without being used. Please remove the batteries while the camera is not in use.

4. Do not use manganese batteries as they cannot supply sufficient power to support the camera's operation.

5. Batteries may not work normally under 0 C.

6. It's normal that the temperature of the camera body rises after being in use for a long period.

7. It is suggested to use an AC adapter if you expect to use the camera for a long period.

Inserting an SD Card

1. Switch off the camera.

2. Open the Battery / Memory Card Cover.

3. Insert the SD card and press it down until you hear a click.

4. Close the Battery / Memory Card Cover.

Getting Ready

Using an AC Adapter (Optional)

1. Ensure that the camera is switched off .

2. Make sure the AC adapter is 3.3V/2.0A.

3. Connect the AC adapter connector to the DC In socket on the camera.

4. Connect the adapter itself with the power outlet

5. Switch on the camera

Note

Only use the AC adapter (sold separately) specified for your camera as use of any other device may result in a breakdown, fire or electrical shock.

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Getting Ready

Note

If a new SD card is used, it is necessary to format it first. Please refer to page 33 for details.

Note

Images can be stored either in the camera's built-in flash memory or in the memory card. If a memory card is inserted, images will automatically be stored in it . If no memory card is inserted, images will automatically be stored in the built-in flash memory.

1. Ensure that the camera is switched off.

2. Open the Battery / Memory Card Cover.

3. Press down the SD card and the card will jump up.

4. Remove the card and close the Battery / Memory Card Cover.

Removing an SD Card

Note This camera comes with approximately 16 MB of memory installed, but if you would like to use additional memory, the following cards are compatible:

SD Memory Card

About the SD Memory Card

Caution

SD Memory Cards are manufactured using precision electronic components. Do not perform the following as malfunction or damage may occur as a result.

Do not touch the terminals with hands or metal objects. Damage to the components may occur as a result of static electricity. Before handling an SD Memory Card, discharge any static build-up from your body by touching grounded metal, etc. Do not bend, drop or apply excessive force. Avoid heat, liquid and direct sunlight when using and during storage. Do not open the battery/card cover or remove the SD Memory Card while data is being read or written. Do not dismantle or modify.

* The SD logo is a trademark.

Getting Ready

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Attaching the Wrist Strap

Basic Photography

1.Open the lens cover.

2.Switch on the power.

3.Set the Mode Dial to Shooting Mode ( ) for still image or Movie Clip Mode ( ) for video recording.

4.The setting of the focus range for still image capture is required as follows Macro ( ) : 0.2m Normal ( ): 0.8m~infinity

5.Refer to the next section -- Advanced Functionality Settings (page22)to set up the features you prefer.

6.Hold still and press down the Shutter Button.

7.The LED Indicator starts blinking right after the Shutter Button is released.

8.Once the LED Indicator stops blinking, you are ready to take another shot.

Note

A message of "LENS COVER" blinking on the TFT LCD Monitor as a warning is to remind you to open the lens cover first.

Note

A message of "Low Light!" appearing on the TFT LCD Monitor as a warning is to remind you that the image that you are going to capture is under a low light environment. To compose a good quality image, it is strongly recommended to go to the Flash Mode to select Auto Flash or Fill-in Flash to ensure that there is sufficient light.

Getting Started

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Getting Started

Important

Ÿ In the event of malfunction or damage, it is possible that

data may be lost. Konica can not accept responsibility in any way for such data loss.

Ÿ Always back-up important data.

Ÿ When using SD Memory Cards on a PC, do not change the

attributes(read-only, etc.) of the files (image data) on the card. Doing so may prevent the camera from working properly when deleting images, etc.

Ÿ Do not change the file names or the directory name of image

data saved on an SD Memory Card using a PC or save files other than image data taken by this camera. Images that have been changed or added will not only not play back on the camera but may cause the camera to malfunction as well.

Ÿ Always format SD Memory Cards using this camera. A card

formatted in a PC may not operate properly.

Ÿ The SD Memory Card includes a write-protect switch.

Sliding this switch downward prevents data from being written to the card and images, etc. saved on the card are protected. Please note that pictures cannot be taken or deleted when the writeprotect switch is on.

Ÿ When using a large-capacity card, card check and deletion may

take some time.

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