Minolta DiMAGE 7Hi User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Thank you for purchasing this Minolta digital camera. Please take the time to read
through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new camera.
This manual contains information regarding products introduced before September,
2002. To obtain compatibility information for products released after this date, contact a
Minolta Service Facility listed on the back cover of this manual.
Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately
contact your camera dealer.
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BEFORE YOU BEGINCOLOR MODE
The color mode controls whether a still image is color or black and white as well as the
color space. The color mode is set in the advanced 2 section of the recording-mode
menu (p. 80). The live image on the monitors will reflect the selected color mode. For
more on the color mode see page 98.
Natural Color and Adobe RGB reproduces the colors in the
scene faithfully.
Vivid Color - increases the
saturation of the colors in the scene.
Solarization - produces a partial
reversal of tones in the image.
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Microsoft Corporation. The official name of Windows is Microsoft Windows Operating System.
Pentium is a registered trademark of the Intel Corporation. Microdrive is a trademark of the
International Business Machines Corporation. QuickTime is a trademark used under license. Adobe
is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of
their respective owners.
Minolta DiMAGE digital camera
Ni-MH batteries (set of four)
Ni-MH battery charger set
Neck strap NS-DG1000
Lens shade DLS-7Hi
Lens cap L -1249
Accessory shoe cap SC-9
This product is designed to work with accessories manufactured and distributed by
Minolta. Using accessories or equipment not endorsed by Minolta may result in
unsatisfactory performance or damage to the product and its accessories.
16MB CompactFlash card
A V cable AVC-300
USB cable USB-100
DiMAGE software CD-ROM
DiMAGE Viewer instruction manual
Camera instruction manual
Warranty card
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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 alkaline 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.
WARNING
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
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• 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.
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
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• 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 CompactFlash 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.
• The rim of the lens hood can cause injury. Take care not to accidentally strike anyone
with the camera when the lens hood is attached.
• 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. A fire 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
Names of parts ....................................................................................................................................12
Camera body...........................................................................................................................12
Data panel...............................................................................................................................15
Monitor display - recording mode............................................................................................16
Monitor display - Quick View & playback mode......................................................................17
Getting up and running .......................................................................................................................18
Attaching the camera strap .....................................................................................................18
Removing the lens cap ............................................................................................................18
Attaching the lens hood ...........................................................................................................19
Installing and changing batteries .............................................................................................20
Battery condition indicator.......................................................................................................21
Auto power save......................................................................................................................21
External power supplies (sold separately)...............................................................................22
Inserting and changing a memory card ...................................................................................22
Setting the date and time ........................................................................................................24
Basic recording ....................................................................................................................................26
Setting the camera to record images automatically................................................................26
EVF and LCD monitor display.................................................................................................26
Basic recording operation........................................................................................................27
Focus lock ...............................................................................................................................28
Automatic monitor amplification...............................................................................................28
Focus signals...........................................................................................................................29
Special focusing situations......................................................................................................29
Using the built-in flash.............................................................................................................30
Flash range - automatic operation...........................................................................................30
Handling the camera ...............................................................................................................31
Diopter adjustment ..................................................................................................................31
Camera-shake warning ...........................................................................................................31
Digital-subject-program button ................................................................................................32
Basic playback ....................................................................................................................................34
Single-frame playback and histogram display.........................................................................34
Viewing images .......................................................................................................................35
Deleting single images ............................................................................................................35
Changing the Quick View & playback display.........................................................................36
Enlarged playback...................................................................................................................37
Viewing movies........................................................................................................................38
Playing back voice memos ......................................................................................................38
Viewing images on a television...............................................................................................39
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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ABLE OF CONTENTS
Advanced recording .............................................................................................................................40
Display controls - recording mode...........................................................................................40
Pro-auto button ........................................................................................................................42
Spot-AE lock button.................................................................................................................43
Manual focus...........................................................................................................................43
Autofocus areas and control....................................................................................................44
Flex Focus Point......................................................................................................................45
Digital zoom .............................................................................................................................46
Macro mode.............................................................................................................................47
Setting the function dial...........................................................................................................48
Memory - storing camera settings...........................................................................................50
Metering modes .......................................................................................................................51
Exposure modes......................................................................................................................52
Program - P ................................................................................................................53
Program shift ...................................................................................................53
Aperture priority - A.....................................................................................................54
Shutter priority - S.......................................................................................................55
Manual exposure - M ..................................................................................................56
Bulb exposures ........................................................................................................................57
Attaching a remote cord (sold separately) ..............................................................................57
Drive modes ............................................................................................................................58
Continuous advance...................................................................................................59
High-speed continuous advance ................................................................................60
UHS continuous advance...........................................................................................61
UHS continuous-advance movies...............................................................................61
Bracketing...................................................................................................................62
Notes on bracketing.........................................................................................63
Interval........................................................................................................................64
Self-timer.....................................................................................................................66
White balance ..........................................................................................................................67
Automatic white balance.............................................................................................68
Preset white balance ..................................................................................................68
Custom white balance ................................................................................................68
Camera sensitivity - ISO..........................................................................................................70
Flash range and camera sensitivity............................................................................71
Shutter-speed range ................................................................................................................71
Attaching a Minolta accessory flash unit.................................................................................72
Using the flash sync terminal ..................................................................................................72
Digital Effects Control..............................................................................................................73
Exposure and flash compensation .............................................................................74
Contrast compensation ...............................................................................................76
Color-saturation compensation ...................................................................................77
Filter............................................................................................................................77
A short guide to photography...............................................................................................................78
What is an Ev? What is a stop?..............................................................................................79
Recording mode menu .........................................................................................................................80
Navigating the recording-mode menu.....................................................................................80
Electronic keyboard.................................................................................................................82
Autofocus modes .....................................................................................................................83
Image size...............................................................................................................................84
About the frame counter ..........................................................................................................84
Image quality...........................................................................................................................85
About super-fine and RAW image quality...............................................................................86
Image-file size and memory card capacity..............................................................................87
Flash modes............................................................................................................................88
Wireless/Remote flash.............................................................................................................90
Wireless/Remote camera and flash ranges................................................................92
Notes on wireless/remote flash ..................................................................................93
Flash control............................................................................................................................94
Magnification button and electronic magnification...................................................................95
Spot AF/AEL............................................................................................................................96
Data imprinting ........................................................................................................................97
Color mode..............................................................................................................................98
About Adobe RGB ......................................................................................................99
Sharpness................................................................................................................................99
Instant playback.....................................................................................................................100
Voice memo...........................................................................................................................101
Movie recording..................................................................................................................................102
Navigating the movie menu ...................................................................................................104
Pro-auto button ......................................................................................................................105
Playback mode menu.........................................................................................................................106
Navigating the playback-mode menu....................................................................................106
Frame selection screen.........................................................................................................108
Deleting images .....................................................................................................................109
Formatting memory cards......................................................................................................110
Locking images......................................................................................................................111
Changing the index playback format .....................................................................................111
Slide Show .............................................................................................................................112
About DPOF ..........................................................................................................................114
Creating a DPOF print order..................................................................................................114
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ABLE OF CONTENTS
Ordering an index print..........................................................................................................115
Canceling a DPOF print order ...............................................................................................115
Copying images.....................................................................................................................116
Setup mode ..................................................................................................................................118
Navigating the setup menu ....................................................................................................118
EVF and LCD monitor brightness..........................................................................................120
Audio signals.........................................................................................................................120
Shutter FX .............................................................................................................................120
Volume ..................................................................................................................................121
Language...............................................................................................................................121
File number memory..............................................................................................................121
Folder name ..........................................................................................................................122
Select folder...........................................................................................................................123
New folder .............................................................................................................................123
Display mode .........................................................................................................................124
Direct manual focus...............................................................................................................125
Reset default .........................................................................................................................126
EVF auto switch - Controlling the auto-display function ........................................................128
Setting the date and time ......................................................................................................128
Setting the date format..........................................................................................................128
Video output ..........................................................................................................................129
Auto power save....................................................................................................................129
Memory recall........................................................................................................................129
Control dial (M)......................................................................................................................130
Manual shift...........................................................................................................................130
Bracketing..............................................................................................................................131
Color profile...........................................................................................................................131
Delete confirmation................................................................................................................131
Data-transfer mode ............................................................................................................................132
System requirements.............................................................................................................132
Connecting the camera to a computer..................................................................................133
Changing the memory card (data-transfer mode).................................................................135
Connecting to Windows 98 / 98 second edition....................................................................136
Automatic installation ................................................................................................136
Manual installation....................................................................................................137
Connecting to Mac OS 8.6....................................................................................................139
QuickTime system requirements...........................................................................................139
Auto power save (Data-transfer mode).................................................................................139
Memory card folder organization...........................................................................................140
Disconnecting the camera from the computer ......................................................................142
Windows 98 / 98 second edition..............................................................................142
Windows ME, 2000 Professional, and XP ................................................................142
Macintosh..................................................................................................................143
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................144
When using filters..................................................................................................................146
Removing the driver software - Windows..............................................................................147
Care and storage ...............................................................................................................................148
Camera care ..........................................................................................................................148
Cleaning.................................................................................................................................148
Storage..................................................................................................................................148
Operating temperatures and conditions................................................................................149
Memory card care and handling............................................................................................149
Batteries.................................................................................................................................150
About Ni-MH batteries...........................................................................................................150
LCD monitor care ..................................................................................................................151
Copyright ...............................................................................................................................151
Before important events or journeys .....................................................................................151
Questions and service...........................................................................................................151
Technical specifications......................................................................................................................152
System accessories ...........................................................................................................................154
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 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.
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 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
* 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. 148).
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AMES OF PARTS
CAMERA BODY
Data panel (p. 15)
Pro-auto button (p. 42)
Control dial
Shutter-release button
Focusing ring (p. 43)
Focal-length index
Zooming ring
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Lens*
Card-slot door (p. 22)
The USB port is located
behind the card-slot door.
Self-timer lamp (p. 66)
Built-in flash (p. 30)
Digital-subject-program
button (p. 32)
Accessory shoe
Strap eyelet (p. 18)
Display mode switch
Display information button
(p. 40, 36)
Electronic viewfinder*
(EVF) (p. 31)
LCD monitor*
(p. 16)
Menu button
Controller
DC/AV-out terminal cover
Spot-AE lock
button (p. 43)
Battery-chamber lock (p. 20)
Eyepiece sensors*
(p. 40)
Magnification button
Remote-control
terminal cover (p. 57)
Access lamp
QV/ Delete button (p. 34)
Dial release
Main switch/Mode dial
1 The focal-length scale on the zooming ring is given in 35mm focal-length equivalents. The
DiMAGE Viewer software supplied with the camera can display the actual focal length used
to capture the recorded image as well as the equivalent focal length in 35mm photography.
Playback mode (p. 34)
Recording mode (p. 26)
Movie mode (p. 102)
Setup mode (p. 118)
Data-transfer mode (p. 132)
Microphone
Speaker
NAMES OF PARTS
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AMES OF PARTS
DATA PANEL
Digital-subject-program indicators (p. 32)
Camera-sensitivity indicator (p. 70)
Exposure-mode indicators (p. 52)
Battery-condition indicator (p. 21)
White-balance indicators (p. 67)
Red-eye reduction indicator (p. 88)
Manual-focus indicator (p. 43)
Image-quality display (p. 85)
Image-size display (p. 84)
Flash-compensation indicator (p. 74)
Digital-subject-program icons (p. 32)
Drive-mode indicators (p. 58)
Function button
Macro release (p. 47)
Focus-mode (AF/MF) button (p. 43)
Digital-effects switch
Diopter-adjustment dial (p. 31)
Tripod socket
Memory (p. 50)
Metering modes (p. 51)
Exposure modes (p. 52) Drive modes (p. 58)
White balance (p. 67)
Camera sensitivity (p. 70)
Digital-effects button
Function dial (p. 48)
Digital-effects Controller (p. 73)
Frame counter
(p. 84)
Located on the top of the camera body,
the data panel shows the status of the
camera. All icons have been shown for
clarity.
The frame counter cannot
exceed 999. When the number of recordable images
exceeds this, 999 will be displayed. The frame counter
will continue to count down
when the number of recordable images falls below one
thousand.
Wireless/Remote flash indicator (p. 90)
Shutter-speed and aperture display / exposure/flash compensation display
Flash sync terminal (p. 72)
7. Color-saturation-compensation
display (p. 77)
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AMES OF PARTS
MONITOR DISPLAY - RECORDING MODE
2. Flash-mode indicator (p. 88)
5. Flash-compensation display (p. 74)
9. Sharpness display (p. 99)
8. Contrast-compensation display (p. 76)
10. Exposure-compensation display (p. 74)
11. White-balance indicator (p. 67)
17. Camera-sensitivity (ISO) display (p. 70)
12. Exposure-mode/Digital-subject-program
indicator (p. 52, 32)
13. Metering-mode indicator (p. 51)
14. Shutter-speed display
23. Manual-focus indicator (p. 43)
18. Macro-mode indicator (p. 47)
22. Drive-mode indicator (p. 58)
19. Focus signal (p. 29)
21. Frame counter (p. 84)
27. Digital-zoom display (p. 46)
26. Image-size display (p. 84)
25. Image-quality indicator (p. 85)
24. Battery-condition indicator (p. 21)
4. Mode indicator
3. Flash signal (p. 30)
A. Focus frame
B. Spot metering area (p. 51)
C. AF sensors
D. Flex Focus Point (p. 45)
1. Microphone indicator
6. Filter display (p. 77)
16. Camera-shake warning (p. 31)
15. Aperture display
20. Data-imprinting indicator (p. 97)
28. Color-mode indicator (p. 98)
MONITOR DISPLAY - QUICK VIEW & PLAYBACK MODE
Date of capture
Frame number/
total number of images
Lock indicator (p. 111)
Print indicator (p. 114)
Image size (p. 84)
Image quality (p. 85)
Time of capture
Mode indicator
Voice-memo indicator (p. 101)
Shutter speed
Aperture value
White-balance
setting (p. 67)
Sensitivity setting (p. 70)
Degree of exposure
compensation (p. 74)
Folder name (p. 140)
Folder number - image file number
Histogram
Image size (p. 84)
Image quality (p.85)
Date of capture
Mode indicator
The black area of the histogram shows the luminance distribution of the recorded
image from black (left) to white (right). Each one of the 256 vertical lines indicates the
relative proportion of that light value in the image. The histogram can be used to
evaluate exposure and contrast, but displays no color information.
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