KONICA MINOLTA X20 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Minolta Co., Ltd. 3-13, 2-Chome, Azuchi-Machi, Chuo-Ku, Osaka 541-8556, Japan

Printed in Japan

9222-2787-11 P-B309

Minolta Europe GmbH Minoltaring 11, D-30855 Langenhagen, Germany

Reparatur/Repair Senator-Helmken-Strasse 1, D-28197 Bremen, Germany Minolta France S.A.S. 365 Route de Saint-Germain, F-78420 Carrieres-Sur-Seine, France Minolta (UK) Limited 7 Tanners Drive, Blakelands, Milton Keynes, MK14 5BU, England Minolta Austria Ges. m.b.H. Amalienstrasse 59-61, A-1131 Wien, Austria Minolta Camera Benelux B.V. Zonnebaan 39, P.O. Box 6000, NL-3600 HA Maarssen, The Netherlands

Belgian Branch Prins Boudewijnlaan 1, B-2550 Kontich, Belgium Minolta (Schweiz) AG Riedstrasse 6, CH-8953 Dietikon, Switzerland Minolta Svenska AB Albygatan 114, S-171 54 Solna, Sweden

Finnish Branch Niittykatu 6 PL 37, SF-02201 Espoo, Finland Minolta Portugal Limitada Av. do Brasil 33-A, P-1700 Lisboa, Portugal Minolta Corporation 101 Williams Drive, Ramsey, New Jersey 07446, U.S.A. Minolta Canada Inc. 369 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 2H5, Canada Minolta Hong Kong Limited Room 208, 2/F, Eastern Center, 1065 King’s Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong Minolta Singapore (Pte) Ltd. 10, Teban Gardens Crescent, Singapore 608923 Shanghai Minolta Optical

Products Co., Ltd. 368 Minolta Road, Songjiang, Shanghai, China

2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for purchasing this Minolta product. Please take the time to read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new digital camera.

Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately contact your camera dealer.

Minolta DiMAGE X

20 digital camera

AA-size alkaline batteries Neck strap NS-DG 500 SD Memory Card AV cable AVC-200 USB cable USB-500 DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM DiMAGE Viewer manual Camera manual Warranty card

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Minolta, the essentials of imaging and DiMAGE are trademarks or registered trademarks of Minolta Co. , LTD. Apple, the Apple logo, Macintosh, Power Macintosh, Mac OS, and the Mac OS logo are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. The official name of Windows is Microsoft Windows Operating System. Pentium is a registered trademark of the Intel Corporation. Power PC is a trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation. QuickTime is a trademark used under license. USB DIRECT-PRINT is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product.

Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or explode which may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following warnings.

• Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.

• Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed.

• Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.

• Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or moisture.

• Do not attempt to short or disassemble batteries.

• Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.

• Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, ages, or charge levels.

• Do not charge lithium batteries.

• When recharging rechargeable batteries, only use the recommended charger.

• Do not use leaking batteries. If fluid from the batteries enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the batteries makes contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.

• Tape over battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow local regulations for battery disposal.

WARNING

FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

4 FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

• Use only the specified AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the adapter unit. An inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.

• Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched.

• Immediately remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use if the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash unit, is exposed. The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.

• Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.

• Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm them with the product or parts.

• Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight.

• Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary blindness which may lead to an accident.

• Do not use the monitor while operating a vehicle or walking. It may result in injury or an accident.

• Do not use this product in a humid environment, or operate this product with wet hands. If liquid enters the product, immediately remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.

• Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or paint thinner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner to clean the product. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause an explosion or fire.

• When unplugging the AC adapter, do not pull on the power cord. Hold the adapter unit when removing it from an outlet.

• Do not damage, twist, modify, heat, or place heavy objects on the AC adapter cord. A damaged cord may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.

• If the product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately remove the batteries taking care not to burn yourself as the batteries become hot with use. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.

• Take the product to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.

• Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the States of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

6 FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

• Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.

• If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.

• The camera temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be taken to avoid burns.

• Burns may result if the memory card or batteries are removed immediately after extended periods of use. Turn the camera off and wait for it to cool.

• Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit discharges a large amount of energy which may cause burns.

• Do not apply pressure to the LCD monitor. A damaged monitor may cause injury, and the liquid from the monitor may cause inflammation. If liquid from the monitor makes contact with skin, wash the area with fresh water. If liquid from the monitor comes in contact with the eyes, immediately rinse the eyes with plenty of water and contact a doctor.

• When using the AC adapter, insert the plug securely into the electrical outlet.

• Do not use if the AC adapter cord is damaged.

• Do not cover the AC adapter. Afire may result.

• Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter; this can hinder the unplugging of the unit in emergencies.

• Unplug the AC adapter when cleaning or when the product is not in use.

CAUTION

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. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the

equipment. 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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Tested by the Minolta Corporation 101 Williams Drive, Ramsey, New Jersey 07446, U.S.A. Do not remove the ferrite cores from the cables.

This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the EU (European Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations. CE stands for Conformité Européenne (European Conformity).

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

The following marks may be found on the product:

Digital Camera:

Tested To Comply With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

8 TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Names of parts ....................................................................................................................................12

Getting up and running.........................................................................................................................14

Inserting the batteries..............................................................................................................14

Battery-condition indicator.......................................................................................................15

Auto power off .........................................................................................................................15

AC adapter (sold separately)...................................................................................................16

Attaching the strap...................................................................................................................16

Installing and removing a memory card..................................................................................18

About memory cards ...............................................................................................................19

Setting the date and time ........................................................................................................20

Recording Mode - basic operation.......................................................................................................22

Handling the camera ...............................................................................................................22

Setting the camera to record images......................................................................................22

Using the zoom lens ................................................................................................................23

LCD monitor display - basic ....................................................................................................24

Camera-shake warning ...........................................................................................................24

Basic recording operation........................................................................................................25

Focus lock ...............................................................................................................................26

Focus range.............................................................................................................................26

Focus signals...........................................................................................................................27

Special focusing situations......................................................................................................27

Flash signals............................................................................................................................28

Flash range - Automatic operation ..........................................................................................28

The getting up and running section covers how to prepare the camera for use. It contains important information about power supplies and memory cards. The basic operation of this camera is covered in the recording - basic operation section between pages 22 and 29, and the playback - basic operation section between pages 30 and 33. Read the datatransfer mode section in its entirety before connecting the camera to a computer.

Many of the features of this camera are controlled with menus. The menu navigation sections concisely describe how to change menu settings. Descriptions of the settings immediately follow the navigation sections.

The appendix contains a troubleshooting section to help answer questions about the operation of the camera. Information covering camera care and storage is also provided. Please store this manual in a safe place.

LCD monitor display - recording mode....................................................................................29

Playback - basic operation...................................................................................................................30

Single-frame playback display.................................................................................................30

Viewing images .......................................................................................................................31

Deleting single images ............................................................................................................31

LCD monitor display - playback mode ....................................................................................32

Enlarged playback...................................................................................................................33

Recording - advanced operation..........................................................................................................34

LCD monitor display - advanced.............................................................................................34

Main menu navigation -recording-mode ..................................................................................34

Flash modes........................................................................................................................... 36

Drive modes ............................................................................................................................38

Self-timer.....................................................................................................................39

Continuous advance...................................................................................................40

Multi frame..................................................................................................................41

Self-portrait .................................................................................................................41

White balance ..........................................................................................................................42

Image size and image quality..................................................................................................43

Exposure compensation..........................................................................................................45

Toning ....................................................................................................................................46

Portrait ....................................................................................................................................47

Navigating the recording-mode menu.....................................................................................48

Customizing key functions.......................................................................................................50

Camera sensitivity - ISO..........................................................................................................51

Flash range and camera sensitivity.........................................................................................51

Auto reset..................................................................................................................... ...........52

Voice memo.............................................................................................................................53

Date imprinting ........................................................................................................................54

Digital zoom .............................................................................................................................55

Instant playback.......................................................................................................................56

File number (#) memory..........................................................................................................57

Folder name ............................................................................................................................57

Recording without a memory card...........................................................................................58

Movie recording....................................................................................................................................59

Main menu navigation - movie mode......................................................................................60

Notes on movie recording .......................................................................................................61

Playback - advanced operation............................................................................................................62

Playing back voice memos and audio captions ......................................................................62

Playing back movies................................................................................................................63

Main menu navigation - playback-mode..................................................................................64

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Navigating the playback-mode menu......................................................................................65

Frame-selection screen...........................................................................................................68

Deleting image and audio files................................................................................................69

Locking image and audio files.................................................................................................70

Audio caption ...........................................................................................................................71

Copy to favorite .......................................................................................................................72

Rotate ....................................................................................................................................74

Image pasting..........................................................................................................................74

Slide show...............................................................................................................................76

About DPOF............................................................................................................................78

Creating a DPOF print order ...................................................................................................78

Ordering an index print ............................................................................................................79

E-mail copy ..............................................................................................................................80

Viewing images on a television...............................................................................................81

Setup menu ....................................................................................................................................82

Navigating the setup menu......................................................................................................82

LCD monitor brightness...........................................................................................................84

Formatting memory cards........................................................................................................84

Reset default ...........................................................................................................................85

Language.................................................................................................................................86

Audio signals.................................................................................................................. .........86

Shutter FX ...............................................................................................................................87

Volume ....................................................................................................................................87

Auto power off .........................................................................................................................87

Date and time..........................................................................................................................88

Date format ..............................................................................................................................88

Video output ............................................................................................................................88

Transfer mode.........................................................................................................................88

Data-transfer mode ..............................................................................................................................89

System requirements...............................................................................................................89

Connecting the camera to a computer....................................................................................90

Connecting to Windows 98 and 98SE.....................................................................................92

Automatic installation ..................................................................................................92

Manual installation......................................................................................................93

QuickTime system requirements.............................................................................................95

Auto power off - data-transfer mode .......................................................................................95

Memory card folder organization .............................................................................................96

Disconnecting the camera from the computer ........................................................................98

Windows 98 and 98SE...............................................................................................98

Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP..................................................................98

Macintosh....................................................................................................................99

Changing the memory card - data-transfer mode.................................................................100

Using USB DIRECT-PRINT...................................................................................................100

Notes on printing errors .........................................................................................................102

Navigating the USB DIRECT-PRINT menu ...........................................................................103

Printing DPOF files................................................................................................................103

Remote camera system requirements ..................................................................................104

Installing the remote camera driver.......................................................................................104

Connecting the remote camera.............................................................................................106

Notes on remote camera operation.......................................................................................107

Appendix ..................................................................................................................................108

Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................108

Removing the driver software - Windows ..............................................................................110

Care and storage...................................................................................................................111

Technical specifications .........................................................................................................114

NAMES OF PARTS

* This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these surfaces clean. Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual (p. 107).

Flash (p. 28)

Indicator lamp

Lens*

Main switch

Microphone

AV-out-terminal/

USB-port

Tripod socket

Battery chamber door (p. 14)

DC terminal (p. 16)

Shutter-release button

NAMES OF PARTS

Self-portrait mirror (p. 41)

Card slot

Recording-mode switch (p. 22)

Controller

LCD monitor*

Menu button

Speaker

Strap eyelets

(p. 16)

Playback button (p.30)

14 GETTING UP AND RUNNING

GETTING UP AND RUNNING

INSERTING THE BATTERIES

This digital camera uses two AA-size alkaline batteries or NI-MH batteries. AAsize NI-MH batteries are recommended because of longer life. Performance varies with the brand of battery. When using NI-MH batteries, fully recharge them with a battery charger suitable for complex electronic equipment. Please consult your vendor about an appropriate charger. Before using the battery, read the safety warnings on pages 3 and 6 of this manual. When replacing the battery, the camera should be turned off.

Slide the battery-chamber door toward the front of the camera to release the safety catch (1). Open the door.

Insert the AA batteries as shown; make sure the positive and negative battery terminals are oriented correctly (2).

Close the battery-chamber door and slide it toward the back of the camera to engage the safety catch.

After installing the battery, the set-time/date message may appear on the monitor. The clock and calendar is set in the section 3 of the setup menu (p. 20). An internal battery protects the clock, calender, and memory settings for approximately 1 hour if the battery has been fully charged before being removed.

Carbon-zinc, nickel zinc battery and AA lithium battery can not be used for this camera.

BATTERY-CONDITION INDICATOR

Full-battery icon - the battery is fully charged. This icon is displayed when the camera is on.

Low-battery warning - battery power is very low. The battery should be replaced as soon as possible. This warning automatically appears and remains on the monitor until the battery is recharged. If the power level falls below this level when the camera is on, the battery-exhausted message will appear just before the camera shuts down.

AUTO POWER OFF

To conserve battery power, the camera will shut down if an operation is not made within three minutes. To restore power, press the main switch. The length of the auto-power-off period can be changed in the section 2 of the setup menu (p. 87). When the camera is connected to a computer, the auto-power-off period is set to ten minutes and cannot be changed.

This camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition indicator displayed on the LCD monitor. The icon will change from white to red when battery power is low.

Half-full-battery icon - the battery is partially charged. This icon is displayed when the camera is turned on. The LCD monitor will turn off when the flash is charging.

If power is insufficient for camera operation, LCD monitor will be blank and the shutter will not release. Change the batteries.

16 GETTING UP AND RUNNING

AC ADAPTER (SOLD SEPARATELY)

The AC-6L Adapter allows the camera to be powered from a household outlet. The AC adapter is recommended when the camera is interfaced with a computer or during periods of heavy use.

Insert the mini plug of the AC adapter into the DC terminal (1).

Insert the AC adapter plug into an electrical outlet.

Always turn off the camera before changing between power supplies.

Always keep the strap in the event that the camera is accidentally dropped. Two types of straps are included with this camera as shown;

Strap Aalone can be used as a wrist strap. Straps Aand B combined can be used as a neck strap.

ATTACHING THE STRAP

strap A

strap B

Using strap A Using both straps Aand B

Turn the strap eyelet so that the strap A can pass through it.(1)

Pass the small loop of strap A through the strap eyelet on the camera body (2).

Pass the other end of the strap through the small loop and tighten (3).

Using strap A

Using both straps Aand B

Pass the small loop of strap B through the other strap eyelet or the loop of strap A (1).

Pass the end of strap B through the link of the strap A (2).

Pass the tip of strap B through the buckle and pull to tighten (3).

Slide the holder ring over the tip (4).

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