Ricoh G600 User Guide

Camera User Guide

The serial number of this product is given on the bottom face of the camera.

Basic Operations

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

This section provides a basic overview of how to turn on the camera, take pictures and play back pictures.

Advanced Operations

Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions.

This secti on provides more detai led information a bout the functions us ed to take pictures and play back pictures, as well as information on how to customize the camera settings, print pictures, and use the camera with a computer.

The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. The battery is not charged at the time of purchase.

Preface

This manual provides information on how to use the shooting and playback functions of this product, as well as warnings on its use. To make the best use of this product’s functions, read this manual thoroughly before use. Please keep this manual handy for ease of reference.

Safety Precautions For the safe use of your camera, be sure to read the safety precautions

Test Shooting Please be sure to do some test shooting to make sure it is recording

Exemption from Liability Ricoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for failure to record or play back images

Warranty This product is manufactured to local specifications and the warranty is valid

Radio Interference Operating this product in the vicinity of other electronic equipment may

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thoroughly.

properly before normal use.

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caused by malfunction of this product.

within the country of purchase. Should the product fail or malfunction while you are abroad, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for servicing the product locally or bearing the expenditure incurred thereof.

adversely affect the performance of both devices. In particular, operating the camera close to a radio or television may lead to interference. If interference occurs, follow the procedures below.

• Move the camera as far away as possible from the TV, radio or other device.

• Reorient the TV or radio antenna.

• Plug the devices into separate electrical outlets.

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Safety Precautions

Warning Symbols

Various symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product to prevent physical harm to you or other people and damage to property. The symbols and their meanings are explained below.

Danger

Warning

Caution

Sample Warnings

Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this equipment.

This symbol indicates matters that may lead to imminent risk of death or serious injury if ignored or incorrectly handled.

This symbol indicates matters that may lead to death or serious injury if ignored or incorrectly handled.

This symbol indicates matters that may lead to injury or physical damage if ignored or incorrectly handled.

The symbol alerts you to actions that must be performed.

The symbol alerts you to prohibited actions. The symbol may be combined with other symbols to indicate that a specific action is prohibited.  Examples

Do not touch Do not disassemble

Danger

 Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or alter the equipment yourself. The high-voltage

circuitry in the equipment poses significant electrical hazard.

 Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or directly solder the battery.

 Do not put the battery in a fire, attempt to heat it, use it in a high temperature

environment such as next to a fire or inside a car, or abandon it. Do not put it into water or the sea or allow it to get wet.

 Do not attempt to pierce, hit, compress, drop, or subject the battery to any other severe

impact or force.

 Do not use a battery that is significantly damaged or deformed.

Warning

 Turn off the power immediately in the event of abnormalities such as smoke or unusual

odors being emitted. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. If you are drawing power from a household electrical outlet, be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet to avoid fire or electrical hazards. Discontinue use of the equipment immediately if it is malfunctioning. Contact the nearest service center at your earliest convenience.

 Turn off the power immediately if any metallic object, water, liqu id or other foreign

object gets into the camera. Remove the battery and memory card as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. If you are drawing power from a household electrical outlet, be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet to avoid fire or electrical hazards. Discontinue use of the equipment immediately if it is malfunctioning. Contact the nearest service center at your earliest convenience.

 Avoid any contact with the liquid crystal inside the picture display, should the picture

display be damaged. Follow the appropriate emergency measures below.

• SKIN: If any of the liquid crystal gets on your skin, wipe it off and rinse the affected area thoroughly with water, then wash well with soap.

• EYES: If it gets in your eyes, wash your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice immediately.

• INGESTION: If any of the liquid crystal is ingested, rinse the mouth out thoroughly with water. Have the person drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical assistance immediately.

 Follow these precautions to prevent the battery from leaking, overheating, igniting or

exploding.

• Do not use a battery other than those specifically recommended for the equipment.

• Do not carry or store together with metal objects such as ballpoint pens, necklaces,

coins, hairpins, etc.

• Do not put the battery into a microwave or high pressure container.

• If leakage of battery fluid or a strange odor, color change, etc. is noticed during use or

during charging, remove the battery from the camera or battery charger immediately and keep it away from fire.

 Please observe the following in order to prevent fire, electrical shock or cracking of the

battery while charging.

• Use only the indicated power supply voltage. Also avoid the use of multi-socket adapters and extension cords.

• Do not damage, bundle or alter power cords. Also, do not place heavy objects on, stretch or bend power cords.

• Do not connect or disconnect the power plug with wet hands. Always grip the plug section when disconnecting a power cord.

• Do not cover equipment while charging.

 Keep the battery and SD memory card used in this equipment out of the reach of

children to prevent accidental ingestion. Consumption is harmful to human beings. If swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately.

 Keep the equipment out of the reach of children.

 Do not touch the internal components of the equipment if they become exposed as a

result of being dropped or damaged. The high-voltage circuitry in the equipment could lead to an electric shock. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. Take the equipment to your nearest dealer or service center if it is damaged.

 When using the camera in places where steam is present, such as a kitchen, do not

allow the internal parts of the camera to get wet. This could result in electrical shock or fire.

 Do not use the equipment near flammable gases, gasoline, benzene, thinner or similar

substances to avoid the risk of explosion, fire or burns.

 Do not use the equipment in locations where usage is restricted or prohibited as this

may lead to disasters or accidents.

 Wipe off any dust that accumulates on the electrical plug as this may lead to fire.  Use only the specified AC adapter in household electrical outlets. Other adapters pose

the risk of fire, electric shock or injury.

 To avoid the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, do not use the battery charger or AC

adapter with commercially available electronic transformers when traveling abroad.

Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this unit.

Caution

 Contact with fluid leaking from a battery can lead to burns. If part of your body comes

in contact with a damaged battery, rinse the area with water immediately. (Do not use soap.) If a battery starts to leak, remove it immediately from the equipment and wipe the battery chamber thoroughly before replacing it with a new battery.

 Plug the power cords securely into the electrical outlets. Loose cords pose a fire

hazard.

 When operating the camera with wet hands be careful not to get the internal parts wet.

This could result in electrical shock.

 Do not fire the flash at drivers of vehicles, as this may cause the driver to lose control

and result in a traffic accident.

Safety Precautions for Accessories

When using optional products, carefully read the instructions provided with the product before using that product.

Using the Manuals

The following two manuals are included with your G600.

“Camera User Guide” (This booklet) This guide explains the usage and functions of the camera. It

also explains how to install the provided software on your computer. * The “Camera User Guide” (English edition) is available from

the provided CD-ROM as a PDF file.

“Software User Guide” (PDF file) The “Software User Guide” is available in the following folders

on the provided CD-ROM. This guide explains how to download images from the camera to your computer and display and edit them on your computer.

Each language has its ow n “Software User Guide” in the respective folder.

“Camera User Guide” (English edition) (PDF file)

To copy the “Software User Guide” onto your hard disk, copy the PDF file from the above folder directly to your hard disk.

The camera is provided with the Irodio Photo & Video Studio software that allows you to display and edit images on your computer. For how to use Irodio Photo & Video Studio, see the displayed “Help”.

For more information on Irodio Photo & Video Studio, contact the Customer Support Center below.

North America (U.S.) TEL: (Toll Free) +1-800-458-4029 Europe UK, Germany, France and Spain: TEL: (Toll Free) +800-1532-4865 Other Countries: TEL: +44-1489-564-764 Asia TEL: +63-2-438-0090 China TEL: +86-21-5450-0391

Business hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Key Features

Rugged camera body stands up to water, dust and shocks

The camera provides water resistance and dust resistance equivalent to JIS/IEC waterproof grade 7 and JIS/IEC dustproof grade 6 (IP67). In addition, the camera is shock resistant when dropped from a height of up to 1.5 meters.

Wide-angle zoom lens can capture wideangle pictures

The camera comes with a wide-angle optical zoom (5.0×) lens for a wide shooting range of between 28 mm and 140 mm*. Add the optional wide conversion lens to extend the shooting range to 22 mm* for even wider angle shooting. *Equivalent to that on a 35mm camera

Camera shake correction function reduces blurring (P.91)

The camera comes with a camera shake correction function to allow you to take clearer pictures with minimized blurring even indoors, at night and in other situations where camera shake may occur.

Built-in flash with a maximum range of

(P.40)

10 m

The built-in flash has a maximum range of 10 m when used in wide-angle mode and

6.2 m when used in telephoto mode. This enables you to take a wider variety of pictures. You can also attach an external flash. (GP.178)

Power your camera in one of three ways (P.22)

You can power the camera using the supplied rechargeable battery, AAA alkaline batteries, AAA oxyride batteries or AAA nickel-hydrogen batteries, or the optional AC adapter for convenient shooting anytime, anywhere.

CALS Mode supports the digitization of public works pictures (P.42)

Simply turning the mode dial to CALS allows you to capture images suitable for submitting as official public works pictures.

ADJ. (Adjust) button enables easier camera operations (P.62)

The ADJ. button simplifies the camera setting procedures. By assigning your favorite functions to the ADJ. button, you can easily make various settings just by pressing the ADJ. button.

Take close-up shots 1 cm (from the front of the camera) away (P.38)

The unsurpassed macro shooting function allows you to capture details from a very close distance at only approximately 1 cm (from the front of the camera).

High-sensitivity mode for shooting firefighting activities (P.44)

This mode allows you to take clear, sharp pictures at the scene of a fire, unaffected by flames or smoke. The picture display becomes brighter in dimly lit places, ensuring a clear view of the subject.

Skew Correction Mode helps straighten skewed images (P.44)

In Skew Correction Mode, a rectangular object shot at an angle can be straightened to look as if it were shot squarely. With the simple touch of a button, you can straighten skewed images of objects such as a message board, a display panel, or a name card.

CANCEL

High Sensitivity Mode for shooting in dimly lit places (P.44)

The High Sensitivity Mode enables shooting in dark places. The picture display becomes brighter, making it easier to compose the shot.

Direct printing without the use of a computer (P.113)

A Direct Print-compatible printer can be connected to the camera with the USB cable to directly transfer images to the printer. This allows for easy printing without using a computer. You can also print reports and camera memos.

Camera memos enable easy sorting, searching and management of images

Load memo items preset with a computer and add them to shot still images. For details about camera memos, refer to the “Software User Guide” (PDF file).

Contents

Safety Precautions ........................................................................ 1

Using the Manuals......................................................................... 4

Key Features................................................................................. 5

Contents ........................................................................................ 8

Basic Operations 13

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Packing List................................................................................. 14

Names of Parts............................................................................ 16

How to Use the Mode Dial........................................................... 18

Picture Display ............................................................................ 19

Getting Ready ............................................................................. 22

About the Battery .................................................................................... 22

SD Memory Card (available in stores) .................................................... 24

Charging the Rechargeable Battery........................................................26

Loading the Battery and SD Memory Card ............................................. 27

Turning the Power On/Off .......................................................................29

Setting the Language..............................................................................30

Setting the Date and Time ......................................................................31

Basic Shooting ............................................................................ 32

Holding the Camera ................................................................................32

Shooting ..................................................................................................34

Using the Zoom Function ........................................................................37

Shooting Close-Ups (Macro Shooting)....................................................38

Using the Flash .......................................................................................40

Shooting in CALS Mode..........................................................................42

Shooting with My Settings Mode.............................................................43

Shooting with Optimal Settings According to Shooting Conditions .........44

t Using the Self-Timer ........................................................................... 48

Playing Back Images ................................................................... 49

Viewing Your Images ..............................................................................49

Grid View (Thumbnail Display)................................................................51

Enlarging Images .................................................................................... 52

Deleting Files............................................................................... 53

Deleting a File .........................................................................................53

Deleting All Files .....................................................................................54

Deleting Multiple Files at One Time ........................................................54

Changing the Display with the DISP. Button ............................... 57

Maximizing the Picture Display Brightness ............................................. 58

Histogram................................................................................................ 59

Advanced Operations 61

Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions.

1 Various Shooting Functions 62

Using the ADJ. Button ................................................................. 62

Functions that can be set in Scene Mode ............................................... 63

Changing the Text Density (Scene Mode) .............................................. 64

Shifting the AF Target (Macro)................................................................65

Shooting Setting Menu ................................................................ 66

Using the Menu ....................................................................................... 68

Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size

(PIC QUALITY/SIZE)............................................................... 69

Changing the Focusing Mode (FOCUS)...................................... 71

Manual Focus Shooting (MF)..................................................................72

Changing the AE Metering Mode (AE METERING) .................... 74

Changing the Edge Quality of Still Images (SHARPNESS) ........ 75

Shooting with Multi-Shot (CONT. MODE) ................................... 76

Setting the Color Depth (COLOR DEPTH).................................. 78

Shooting Consecutively with Different Exposures

(AUTO BRACKET) .................................................................. 79

Shooting Consecutively with Different White Balance (WB-BKT) ...........80

Using Long Time Exposure (TIME EXPOSURE)........................ 82

Shooting Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals (INTERVAL) .... 83

Inserting the Date into a Still Image (DATE IMPRINT)................ 85

Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.) ........................... 86

Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE) ............ 87

Setting the White Balance Manually (MANUAL SETTINGS)..................89

Changing the Sensitivity (ISO SETTING) .................................... 90

Using the Camera Shake Correction Function to

Prevent Camera Shake (CAMERA SHAKE COR) .................. 91

Shooting with the Edit Detection Function

(EDIT DETECTION) ................................................................ 92

Returning the Shooting Setting Menu Settings to their Defaults

(RESTORE DEFAULTS)......................................................... 93

2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies 94

3 Shooting Movies ................................................................................ 94

Playing Back Movies ...............................................................................96

3 Other Playback Functions 97

Playback Setting Menu................................................................ 97

Using the Menu ....................................................................................... 98

Rotating Images (ROTATION) .................................................... 99

Changing the Image Size (RESIZE) .......................................... 100

Correcting the Image Brightness and Contrast

(CORRECT CONTRAST)...................................................... 101

Straightening Skewed Images (SKEW CORRECTION)............ 102

Write-protecting Files (PROTECT)............................................ 104

Protecting a File ....................................................................................104

Protecting All Files ................................................................................105

Protecting Multiple Files at Once ..........................................................106

Displaying Photos in Order Automatically (SLIDE SHOW) ....... 107

Copying the Contents of the Internal Memory to

an SD Memory Card (COPY TO CARD) ............................... 108

Using a Printing Service (DPOF)............................................... 109

Setting DPOF for the Displayed Still Image ..........................................109

Setting DPOF for All Still Images ..........................................................110

Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images..................................................111

Restoring Deleted Files (RECOVER FILE) ............................... 112

4 Direct Printing 113

Direct Print Function.................................................................. 113

Connecting the Camera to a Printer .......................................... 114

Printing Still Images................................................................... 115

Printing One or All Still Images .............................................................115

Printing Several Still Images .................................................................118

Printing Reports ....................................................................................120

Printing a Camera Memo on a Report ..................................................121

5 Changing Camera Settings 122

SETUP Menu ............................................................................ 122

Using the SETUP Menu ........................................................................123

Preparing the SD Memory Card (FORMAT [CARD]) ................ 125

Formatting the Internal Memory (FORMAT [INT. MEM.]).......... 126

Adjusting the Brightness of the Picture Display

(LCD BRIGHTNESS)............................................................. 127

Registering Custom Settings (REG. MY SETTINGS) ............... 128

Changing the Step Zooming Setting (STEP ZOOM)................. 130

Changing the Auto Power Off Setting (AUTO POWER OFF) ... 131 Changing the Operation Sound Setting

(OPERATION SOUNDS)....................................................... 132

Changing the Operation Sound Volume (VOL. SETTINGS) ..... 133

Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) ............ 134

Using the Auto Resize Zoom (DIGITAL ZOOM IMG)................ 135

Assigning a Function to the ADJ. Button (ADJ BTN. SET.)....... 137

Changing the AF Auxiliary Light Setting (AF AUX. LIGHT)....... 138

Enlarging Icon Display (ENLGE PHOTO ICON) ....................... 139

Changing File Name Settings (SEQUENTIAL NO.) .................. 140

Setting the Date and Time (DATE SETTINGS)......................... 142

Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE/N) ............... 143

Selecting the Picture Quality and Size in CALS Mode

(CALS PIC QUALITY) ........................................................... 144

Changing the Camera Memo Mode

(CAMERA MEMO MODE)..................................................... 145

Displaying the Date and Time at Camera Startup

(START DATE/TIME) ............................................................ 146

6 Downloading Images to Your Computer 147

For Windows ............................................................................. 147

System Requirements for Using the supplied CD-ROM .......................148

CD-ROM Setup .....................................................................................149

When [Installing the software] is Clicked...............................................150

When [Installing EC1] is Clicked ...........................................................153

When [Installing DeskTopBinder Lite] is Clicked...................................154

When [Browse User’s Manual (Software Version)] is Clicked...............155

When [Browse CD-ROM Content] is Clicked ........................................156

Uninstalling the Software ...................................................................... 157

Downloading Images Using the RICOH Gate La ..................................159

Downloading Images Without Using RICOH Gate La........................... 160

Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer ..................................162

For Macintosh............................................................................ 163

Downloading Images to Your Computer ...............................................163

Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer ..................................164

7 Appendices 165

Troubleshooting......................................................................... 165

Error Messages.....................................................................................165

Camera Troubleshooting ......................................................................166

Software and Computer Troubleshooting .............................................171

Specifications ............................................................................ 173

Number of Images That Can be Stored in Internal Memory/

SD Memory Card ..............................................................................176

Optional Accessories................................................................. 177

Using a Wide Conversion Lens.............................................................177

Using the External Flash ........................................................... 178

Functions Whose Defaults are Restored When Camera is

Turned Off ............................................................................. 179

Using the AC Adapter (sold separately) .................................... 181

Using Your Camera Abroad ...................................................... 183

Cautions on Use........................................................................ 184

Care and Storage ...................................................................... 186

Warranty and Servicing ............................................................. 188

Index ......................................................................................... 190

Basic Operations

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Packing List .........................14

Names of Parts....................16

How to Use the Mode

Dial....................................18

Picture Display....................19

Getting Ready......................22

Basic Shooting....................32

Playing Back Images .......... 49

Deleting Files....................... 53

Changing the Display with

the DISP. Button..............57

Packing List

Open the package and make sure all the items are included.

G600

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

The serial number of the camera is provided on the bottom face of the camera.

USB Cable

Used to connect the camera to a computer or Direct Printcompatible printer.

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Attaching the neck strap to the camera

Thread the small end of the strap through the strap eyelet on the camera and loop the ends as shown.

Rechargeable Battery

Battery Charger

Neck Strap

Camera User Guide

(This booklet)

Warranty

Optional Accessories

AC Adapter (AC-4c)

Used for power supply from a household outlet to the camera. Use this adapter fo r long periods of playback or when transferring images to a computer.

Rechargeable Battery (DB-60)

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

CD-ROM

The provided software and the “Software User Guide” are included on this CD-ROM. Although the software included in the CD-ROM cannot be used with Macintosh, it is possible to display the Software User Guide. (Only on computers with Acrobat installed.)

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For the latest information about accessories, visit the Ricoh website at http://www.ricohpmmc.com.

Battery Charger (BJ-6)

Wide Conversion Lens (DW-5)

Soft Case (SC-600)

Camera

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Front View

Names of Parts

Item Name Refer to

1 Shutter Release Button P.34

2 Mode Dial P.18

3 Power Button P.29

4 AF Auxiliary Light P.138

5 Accessory Shoe P.178

6 Strap Eyelet P.14

7 Flash P.40

8 Speaker P.96

9 Terminal Cover P.114, 163

10 Lens -

11 Microphone P.94

12 USB Terminal P.114, 159, 163

7 8

Rear View

2 3

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

5 6 7

Item Name Refer to

1 Picture Display P.19

2 Auto Focus/Flash Lamp P.34, 40

3 Strap Eyelet P.14 4 z (Telephoto)/8 (Enlarged View) Button P.37, 52 5 Z (Wide-angle)/9 (Thumbnail Display) Button P.37, 51 6 !/MODE Button P.44

7 MENU/OK Button P.68, 98, 123

8 DISP. Button P.57 9 "/N (Macro) Button P.38

(Delete)/t (Self-timer) Button

11 #/F (Flash) Button P.40

12 ADJ./MEMO Button P.62 13 6 (Playback) Button P.49

14 Tripod Screw Hole -

15 Battery/Card Cover P.27, 181

P.53, 48

How to Use the Mode Dial

Set the mode dial to the desired mode before shooting still images or movies.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Turn the mode dial to the symbol of the function you want to use.

Mode Dial Symbols and Descriptions

Symbol Function Description Refer to

Allows you to shoot still images in a

quality and size suitable for submitting

CALS CALS Mode

5 Auto Shooting Mode

MY1, MY2 MY Settings Mode

SCENE Scene Mode

as public works pictures.

You can select from seven different

options for picture quality and size in

[CALS PIC QUALITY] on the SETUP

menu.

Automatically sets the optimal aperture

value and shutter speed depending on

the subject.

Allows you to shoot using the settings

registered in [REG. MY SETTINGS].

Allows you to shoot with settings

optimized for the shooting scene. Also

allows you to shoot movies.

P.42

P.34

P.43

P.44

Picture Display

INTERVAL

1 SEC.

SHTR BTN:START

Example of Picture Display when Shooting Pictures

123 5678

10 11 12

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

1 Flash Mode P.40 17 Color Depth P.78

2 Macro Shooting P.38 18 Exposure Compensation P.86

3 Self-timer P.48 19 ISO Setting P.90

4 Scene Mode/Multi-shot P.44, 76 20 Date Imprint P.85

5 Shooting Mode Types P.18 21 Interval P.83

6 Recording Destination P.24 22 Time Exposure P.82

7 Remaining Number of

8 Picture Quality P.69

9 Image Size P.69 25 Battery Symbol P.21

10 Zoom Bar P.37 26 Camera Shake Warning

11 Edit Detection P.92

12 Focus P.71 27 Aperture Value P.173

13 Auto Bracket P.79, 80 28 Shutter Speed P.173

14 White Balance Mode P.87 29 Remaining Recording

15 AE Metering Mode P.74

16 Sharpness P.75 30 Recording Time P.176

4 9

INTERVAL

29 30

1 SEC.

24 25

SHTR BTN:START

Movie Mode

27 28

Still Image Mode

Item Name Refer to Item Name Refer to

P.176 23 Histogram P.59

Still Images

24 Camera Shake

Correction

Symbol

Time

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

P.91

P.33

P.176

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• The number of remaining shots available may differ from the actual number of shots, depending on the subject.

• Movie recording time and the maximum number of still images may vary depending on the capacity of the recording destination (internal memory or SD memory card), shooting conditions, and the type and manufacturer of the SD memory card.

• When the number of remaining shots is 10,000 or more, “9999” is displayed.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Example of Picture Display During Playback

12 3 4 56

8, 9

Still Image Mode

Item Name Refer to Item Name Refer to

1 Protect P.104 8 Picture Quality P.69

2 DPOF P.109 9 Image Size P.69

3 Mode Types - 10 File No. -

4 Playback Data Source P.50 11 Battery Symbol P.21

5 Number of Playback Files - 12 Date at Shooting P.142

6 Total Number of Files - 13 Recording Time or

7 Setting at Shooting

(Recording)

14 Indicator -

Movie Mode

Lapsed Time

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The picture display may display messages to inform you of operational instructions or the camera’s status while in use.

Battery Level Indication

A battery symbol appears at the lower right of the picture display to indicate the battery level. Recharge the battery before it is depleted or exchange with new batteries.

Battery Symbol Description

The battery is sufficiently charged.

Green

The battery level begins to drop. Recharging the battery or exchanging with new batteries is recommended.

The battery level is low. Recharge the battery or exchange with new batteries.

Caution-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• If you are using AAA nickel-hydrogen batteries or AAA Oxyride batteries, depending on the type of batteries and usage conditions, may not appear, or or

may instantaneously appear. Check your batteries beforehand.

• If you are using the AC adapter, may appear. This does not indicate malfunction and you can continue to use the camera.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Getting Ready

Turn the power on and get ready to shoot.

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If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

• If the camera is on, m ake sure it is turned off before inserting or removing the battery.

• For information on how to turn the camera off, see P.29.

About the Battery

Rechargeable Battery DB-60 (supplied)

This is a lithium-ion battery. It is economical because you can recharge it using the battery charger and use it over and over again.

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The following types of batteries can also be used.

• AAA Alkaline Batteries (available in stores)

You can obtain them anywhere, so they are convenient for travel. However, in a low-temperature environment the number of shots you can take will decrease. Warm the batteries before use. It is recommended that you use the rechargeable battery when using the camera for a long time.

• AAA Oxyride Batteries (available in stores)

These are not rechargeable batteries, but they can be used longer in a digital camera than AAA alkaline batteries.

• AAA Nickel-Hydrogen Batteries (available in stores)

These batteries are economical because you can recharge and use them over and over again. For charging the batteries, please use a battery charger that is compatible with the batteries.

Number of shots you can take ---------------------------------------------------------------

• Approximate number of shots you can take on a single charge

Battery Type Number of Shots

Rechargeable Battery (DB-60) approx. 360

AAA Alkaline Batteries (available in stores) approx. 60

• Based on CIPA standard (Temperature: 23 degrees Celsius, picture display on, 30 seconds between shots, changing the zoom setting from telephoto to wide-angle or wide-angle to telephoto for each shot, 50% flash usage, turning the power off after each 10 shots).

• The storage capacity of shots when using AAA alkaline batteries is based on the use of AAA alkaline batteries manufactured by Matsushita Battery Industrial Co., Ltd.

• Set the camera to synchro-monitor mode to increase the number of shots you can take. (GP.57)

• The number of shots is for reference only. If the camera is used for long periods of time for setting and playback, the shooting time (the number of shots) will decrease. If you intend to use the camera for a long period of time, we recommend carrying a spare battery.

(Normal Mode)

Caution-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• The nickel-hydrogen batteries available in stores are not factory-charged. Charge them before use.

• The nickel-hydrogen batteries may be inert and consequently may not supply power immediately after they are purchased or when left unused for more than a month. In such a case, recharge the batteries two or three times before use. The batteries selfdischarge with time even if the camera is not used, so recharge them before use.

• The life of an AAA alkaline battery depends on the brand and the storage time from the date of production. In addition, the life of an AAA alkaline battery becomes shorter at low temperatures.

• Other batteries, such as manganese dry cell and Ni-Cd batteries, cannot be used.

• The battery may become very hot immediately after operation. Turn the camera off

and leave it to cool down sufficiently before removing the battery.

• Remove the battery if you are not going to use the camera for a long period of time.

• When using a lithium-ion battery, use only the specified rechargeable lithium-ion

battery (DB-60). Do not use other rechargeable lithium-ion batteries.

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SD Memory Card (available in stores)

You can store still images you have taken either in the camera’s internal memory or on an SD memory card (available in stores). The internal memory capacity is approx. 52 MB. To record a lot of still images or movies at high resolutions, use a

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high-capacity SD memory card.

Formatting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Before using a new SD memory card, be sure to format it with this camera. If an error message such as [CARD ERROR] is displayed when an SD memory card is loaded in the camera or the card has been used with a computer or different digital camera, you must format the card with this camera prior to use. (GP.125)

Where images are recorded-------------------------------------------------------------------

When no SD memory card is loaded, the camera records images to the internal memory; when an SD memory card is loaded, it records images to the SD memory card.

When no SD memory card is loaded When an SD memory card is loaded

Records to the internal memory Records to the SD memory card

Caution ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• If an SD memory card is loaded, the camera will not record to the internal memory, even if the card is full.

• Take care not to get the contacts of the card dirty.

Write-protecting your images ---------------------------------------------------------------

Move the write-protection switch on the SD memory card to LOCK to prevent yo ur still images from being acc identally erased or the card from being formatted. If you unlock the card (by returning the switch to its original position), it is once again possible to erase images and format the card. It is recommended to move the write-protection switch to LOCK when you have some important data recorded. Note that you cannot shoot images on a locked card because no data can be recorded to the card. Unlock the card before shooting.

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• For information on switching between the SD memory card and internal memory during playback, see P.50.

• Movie recording time and the maximum number of still images varies depending on the capacity of the SD memory card. (GP.176)

• When using an SD memory card previously used with another camera, be sure to back up any necessary data on the card before formatting it.

• SDHC memory card (8 GB) can also be used.

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Charging the Rechargeable Battery

The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use.

Insert the battery into the battery charger, making

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sure that the and markings on the battery match those on the battery charger.

• The battery label should face up.

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Be careful not to reverse the and sides.

Plug the power cable into an outlet.

• Use the battery charger (BJ-6) to recharge the battery.

• Charging starts, and the charger lamp indicates the progress, as shown below. Once charging has finished, unplug the power cable from the power outlet.

Charger Lamp Description

Lit Charging started

Off Charging complete

Flashing The battery charger terminal may be soiled or the battery

• Depending on the battery level, the charging time differs.

Rechargeable battery charging time

DB-60 Approx. 2 hours (25 °C)

charger/battery may be faulty. (After unplugging the power cable from the power outlet and wiping the battery charger terminal with a dry cloth or cotton swab, plug it in again. If the charger lamp continues to flash, it is possible that the battery charger or battery is faulty. Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet, and remove the battery.)

Loading the Battery and SD Memory Card

The rechargeable battery (DB-60) can be used to power this camera. This battery is convenient because the battery power lasts long and it can be used over and over again by recharging. Make sure that the camera is off before loading or removing the battery or card.

Turn the battery/card cover knob toward the M mark to open the cover.

Make sure the SD memory card is facing the right way and then push the card all the way in until it clicks.

• The rechargeable battery may be inserted first.

Insert the rechargeable battery.

• Press and hold the hook with the side of the battery while inserting it all the way into the battery compartment.

• When the battery is loaded in place, it is locked with the hook.

Loading the specified dry cell batteries (available in stores)

• Insert the batteries in the direction shown.

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Close the battery/card cover and turn the knob toward the L mark.

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Removing the SD Memory Card

Turn the battery/card cover knob toward the M mark to open the cover. Push in the SD memory card and gently release to eject it. Pull the card out of the camera.

Removing the Rechargeable Battery

Turn the battery/card cover knob toward the M mark to open the cover. Press and release the hook. The battery will be ejected. Pull the battery out of the camera. Be careful not to drop the battery when removing it from the camera.

Removing the Dry Cell Batteries

Turn the battery/card cover knob toward the M mark to open the cover. The batteries will be ejected. Pull the batteries out of the camera. Be careful not to drop the dry cell batteries when removing them from the camera.

Caution-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• Close the battery/card cover and terminal cover securely. Water and dust may get inside the camera.

• Before opening or closing the battery/card cover or terminal cover, be sure to remove any water, sand or mud adhering to the camera, and avoid opening and closing the cover in places where such contaminants may get inside the camera.

• Remove the battery if you are not going to use the camera for a long period of time. Store the removed battery in a dry cool place.

• Make sure that the rechargeable battery and SD memory card are facing the right way when inserted into the camera. Inserting the rechargeable battery or SD memory card in the wrong direction and forcing close the battery/card cover may damage the camera, rechargeable battery or SD memory card.

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