Ricoh RDC i700 Operation manual

Camera Operation Manual

To ensure correct use of your
camera, read this manual
carefully before use. Keep the
manual handy for future use.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Ricoh RDC-i700. This manual explains the correct handling
procedures and precautions for your camera. To ensure the best performance, please
read the manual thoroughly before using the camera. Keep the manual handy for quick
future reference.

Ricoh Co., Ltd.

Test Shots

Check that your camera is recording the images correctly by taking a number of test
shots.

Copyright

Reproduction or alteration of copyrighted documents, magazines, music and other
materials, other than for personal, home or similarly limited purposes, without the
consent of the copyright holder is prohibited.

Exemption from Liability

Ricoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for failure to record or play back images caused
by malfunction of the RDC-i700.

Warranty

This product is manufactured to local specifications and the warranty is valid 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 therefor.

Radio Interference

Operating the RDC-i700 in the vicinity of other electronic equipment may 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.

• This publication may not be reproduced in whole or part without the express written permission of Ricoh.
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taken in preparing this manual. If, however, you have questions about any part of the manual, or note
mistakes or inaccuracies, please contact us at the address listed on the back cover.

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How to Use the Operation Manuals

Five operation manuals are supplied with this camera.
Use each operation manual as shown below to suit the purpose.

Open the package

➜

Read This Before Proceeding!

These instructions explain the procedure
for checking the contents of the package
and loading the battery to enable you to
use the camera straightaway.

➜➜

Basic operation

Camera Operation Manual (this manual)

This manual explains in detail the preparations to take
before using the camera together with the procedures for
shooting and playback using the various functions.

➜

Using the communication
and Internet functions

Sending and receiving data
using the camera and a PC

Communication/Internet
Operation Manual

This manual
explains the
procedures for
transmitting images
and using Internet
functions.

A useful guide for carrying around with you

Simple Operation Guide

This guide contains a simple explanation of the
most frequently used procedures, including
shooting, playback and transmitting.

Connecting to a
Personal Computer
Operation Manual

This manual explains
the procedures for
connecting the
camera to a PC,
transmitting images
from the camera to
the PC and operating
the camera from the
PC.

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CONTENTS

How to Use the Operation Manuals...................................................... 1

Parts & Names ...................................................................................... 6

Safety Precautions................................................................................ 8

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Before Using the Camera ................................................................... 1 4

Attaching the Neck Strap ..................................................................... 14

Attaching the Lens Cap........................................................................ 14

Powering the Camera ......................................................................... 15

Charging the Battery ............................................................................ 15

Loading the Battery .............................................................................. 16

Connecting an AC Adapter .................................................................. 18

Storage Memory ................................................................................. 19

Inserting a CF Card or PC Card .......................................................... 20

Chapter 2 Basic Operations

Turning On/Off the Camera ................................................................ 24

How to Use the Mode Dial .................................................................. 25

LCD Monitor and LCD Panel .............................................................. 26

Recording Mode ................................................................................... 26

Play Mode ............................................................................................ 27

Adjusting the LCD Monitor.................................................................. 28

Adjusting the LCD Monitor Contrast .................................................... 28

Using the Stylus Pen............................................................................ 28

Fine Adjustment of the LCD Monitor and Touch Screen .................... 29

How to Select the Items...................................................................... 31

Using the Stylus Pen............................................................................ 31

Selecting and Canceling Items ............................................................ 32

Character Input and Writing/Drawing ................................................. 35

Using the On-screen Keypad............................................................... 35

Using the Tool Palette.......................................................................... 37

Registering the Camera Information .................................................. 39

Setting the Date and Time ................................................................... 39

Registering Owner Information ............................................................ 42

At the end of this manual troubleshooting for error messages,
alphabetical index and index by functions are listed for your
convenience.

2

Before You Start Recording................................................................ 43

Formatting the Storage Memory .......................................................... 43

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ......................................................... 44

How to Hold the Camera...................................................................... 44

Chapter 3 Shooting

Basic Shooting .................................................................................... 48

Operation Flow ..................................................................................... 48

Selecting a Recording Mode................................................................ 49

Selecting the Storage Memory ............................................................ 50

Selecting a Folder ................................................................................ 51

Selecting an Image Quality Mode........................................................ 52

Checking the Position of the Subject................................................... 53

Setting the Size of the Subject (Zoom)................................................ 54

Shooting (Still Picture Mode) ............................................................... 55

Special Shooting Functions ................................................................ 58

Recording Text (Text Mode) ................................................................ 58

Recording Voice Memo (Voice Memo Mode)...................................... 59

Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode) ............................ 59

Shooting Motion Pictures (Motion Picture Mode)................................ 60

Shooting Still Pictures and Text with Voice Memo.............................. 61

Changing Flash Modes ........................................................................ 62

Setting the Exposure Compensation ................................................... 64

Changing the White Balance Mode ..................................................... 66

Using the Self-Timer ............................................................................ 67

Close-up Shooting (Macro Mode)........................................................ 69

Manual Focus Shooting ....................................................................... 70

Date Imprinting ..................................................................................... 71

Changing the ISO Sensitivity ............................................................... 72

Using Auto Bracket .............................................................................. 73

Redeye Reduction Mode ..................................................................... 74

Non-Compressed Mode ....................................................................... 75

Monochrome Mode .............................................................................. 76

Interval (Time-lapse) Recording .......................................................... 77

Soft Mode ............................................................................................. 78

Time Exposure Mode ........................................................................... 79

Signature Imprint Mode........................................................................ 80

Changing the Brightness in Text Mode ............................................... 81

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Chapter 4 Playback/Deleting

Basic Playback.................................................................................... 84

Files Playable on the Camera.............................................................. 84

Playing a Still Picture, Text or Continuous Shooting File.................... 84

Playing a Voice Memo File .................................................................. 85

Playing a Motion Picture File .............................................................. 86

Playback Using a TV............................................................................ 88

Special Functions................................................................................ 89

Switching to Edit Mode ........................................................................ 89

Displaying One File at a Time (Single Image Playback)..................... 89

Displaying Several Files at Once (Thumbnail Playback) .................... 90

Magnifying a File (Zoom Playback) ..................................................... 91

Copying and Moving Files.................................................................... 92

Editing Images...................................................................................... 94

Adding a Memo or Voice Memo to a File ............................................ 97

Selecting a Folder .............................................................................. 100

Protecting a File ................................................................................. 100

Auto Playback .................................................................................... 101

Setting DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)........................................ 103

Preparing and Playing a Presentation.............................................. 106

Preparing a New Presentation........................................................... 106

Playing a Presentation ....................................................................... 108

Deleting a Presentation...................................................................... 111

Deleting a File ................................................................................... 112

Deleting a Selected File ..................................................................... 112

Deleting All Files ................................................................................ 113

Chapter 5 Camera Settings and Other Functions

Changing Camera Settings............................................................... 116

Keep Settings ..................................................................................... 116

Beep Sound Setting ........................................................................... 117

Auto Power Off Setting ...................................................................... 117

Changing the Display Language........................................................ 119

Changing the Video-out Signal Method (NTSC/PAL) ....................... 119

Changing the LCD Confirmation Time............................................... 120

Adding or Deleting a Folder ............................................................... 121

Turning the Camera On/Off When the LCD Monitor is Opened ....... 122

Initializing the Settings ....................................................................... 123

Using the Remote Control ................................................................ 125

Shooting ............................................................................................. 125

Playback ............................................................................................. 126

Deleting .............................................................................................. 127

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Appendix

Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 130

Error Messages................................................................................. 133

Using This Camera Abroad .............................................................. 135

Recording Capacities........................................................................ 136

Accessories....................................................................................... 137

Handling Precautions........................................................................ 138

Care and Storage.............................................................................. 139

Specifications.................................................................................... 140

About the Warranty and Servicing.................................................... 142

Index.................................................................................................. 144

Tips

Tips to Extend the Recording and Playback Times ......................... 17

SmartMedia Memory Cards..............................................................22

Auto Power Off.................................................................................. 26

How to Verify the Date and Time...................................................... 41

LCD Monitor Display (Camera Mode) .............................................. 49

Focus Lock Shooting ........................................................................ 57

Remote Control.................................................................................68

Shutter Release Button..................................................................... 69

LCD Monitor Display (Play Mode) .................................................... 8 7

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Parts & Names

■ Camera Body

Front

LCD Panel (P.26)

Microphone

Sub Shutter Release button (P.45)

Zoom Lever (P.54)

Main Shutter Release button (P.45)

Lens

AF Window

Back

Video Output Terminal (P.88)

button (P.52)

button (P.62)

button (P.50)

button (P.67)

LCD Monitor (P.28)

Flash

Remote Control
Reception (P.125)/
Self Timer Lamp

Terminal
Cover

USB/AUX Terminal
(RS232C cable can be connected)

Reset Switch (P.133)

6

Tripod Screw Hole

Diopter adjuster (P.44)

EJECT Lever Cover
CF Card Slot (P.20)

PC Card Slot (P.20)

Power Supply
Terminal (DC Input)
(P.18)

Operating Parts

LCD Monitor (P.28)

DISPLAY Button

LCD Contrast Adjustment Button (P.28)

Strap Eyelet (P.14)

Operation Panel

Mode Dial (P.25)

Speaker

Viewfinder

• Flash Lamp

• Auto Focus Lamp

Battery Cover (P.16)
Stylus Pen (P.28)
Power Button (P.24)

Ô Button

MENU Button

■ Battery/Battery Charger

Battery Charger (BJ-1)

Power Cord

Rechargeable Battery (DB-30)

■ Remote Control Unit

(optional)

• DR-3

■ AC Adapter (optional)

• AC-3 (100 V – 240 V)
Power Cord

Connection Cable

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Safety Precautions

Warning Symbols

Various symbols are used throughout this operation 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.

RWarning
RCaution

Sample Warnings

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 o symbol alerts you to actions that must be performed.

o

The m symbol alerts you to prohibited actions.

m

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

RWarning

o

The m symbol may be combined with other symbols to indicate
that a specific action is prohibited.

● Examples

Do not touch

n

● Turn off the power immemorytely in the event of irregularity,
such as the equipment emitting smoke or a strange smell.
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 immemorytely if it is
malfunctioning. Contact the nearest service center at your
earliest convenience.

Do not disassemble

q

8

RWarning

o

o

● Turn off the power immemorytely if any metallic object,
water, liquid or other foreign object gets into the equipment.
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 immemorytely if it is
malfunctioning. Contact the nearest service center at your
earliest convenience.

● Avoid any contact with the liquid crystal inside the LCD
monitor, should the monitor be damaged. Follow the
emergency measures below in the following circumstances.

• 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
immemorytely.

• INGESTION: If any of the liquid crystal is ingested, rinse

the mouth out thoroughly with water. Have the victim drink
a large amount of water and induce vomiting. Seek
medical assistance immediately.

m

● Follow these precautions to prevent the battery from
leaking, overheating, igniting or exploding.

• Do not use a battery other than that specifically

recommended for the equipment.

• Do not carry or store the battery with metallic ballpoint

pens, necklaces, coins, hairpins, etc.

• Remove the battery from the camera or battery charger

immemorytely in the event of irregularity, such as a
strange smell or discoloration, during use or recharging.

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RWarning

m

o

m

● Observe the following precautions to prevent fire, electric
shock or explosion caused by the battery charger.

• Do not use a power source voltage other than that

indicated. Avoid putting several loads on one power outlet
or using an extension cable.

• Do not cut, damage, tie in a bundle or alter the power cord.

Do not place heavy objects on the power cord, pull it or
bend it excessively.

• Do not plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands.

When unplugging the power cord, be sure to hold the plug.

• Do not wrap the battery in cloth, etc.

● Keep the battery used in this equipment out of the reach of
children to prevent accidental ingestion. Consumption is
harmful to human beings. If swallowed, seek immemoryte
medical assistance.

● Keep the equipment out of the reach of children. Their
inability to read and understand warning and safety
precautions may lead to accidents.

n

q

10

● 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.

● Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or alter the equipment
yourself. The high-voltage circuitry in the equipment poses a
significant electrical hazard.

● Do not use the equipment in the kitchen or bathroom where
it would be exposed to steam or humidity as this could result
in fire or electric shock.

RWarning

m

o

m

● Do not use the equipment near flammable gases, gasoline,
benzine, thinner or similar substances to avoid the risk of
explosion, fire or burns.

● Do not use the equipment in aircraft or other 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 for this equipment
(optional AC-3) in household electrical outlets. Other
adapters pose the risk of fire, electric shock or failure.

● To avoid the risk of fire, electric shock or failure, do not use
the AC adapter with commercially available electronic
transformers when traveling abroad.

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

RCaution

● Contact with fluid leaking from the battery can lead to burns.

o

o

m

m

If part of your body comes in contact with a damaged
battery, wash the area with water immemorytely. (Do not
use soap.) If the battery starts to leak, remove it from the
equipment and wipe the battery chamber thoroughly before
replacing it with a new battery.

● Plug the power cord securely into the electrical outlet. Loose
cords pose a fire hazard.

● Do not allow the camera to get wet. In addition, do not
operate it with wet hands. Both pose the risk of electric
shock.

● Do not fire the flash at drivers of vehicles such as bicycles,
cars and trains, as this may cause the driver to lose control
and result in a traffic accident.

Safety Warning for Accessories

• Safety warnings for the optional accessories such as the remote control unit and
AC adapter are contained in the operation manual provided with each product
and should be read thoroughly before operating the equipment.

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Chapter

1

Getting Started

Before Using the Camera ....... 14

Attaching the Neck Strap .............14

Attaching the Lens Cap................ 14

Powering the Camera .............15

Charging the Battery .................... 15

Loading the Battery ......................16

Connecting an AC Adapter ..........18

Storage Memory ......................19

Inserting a CF Card or PC Card ... 20

Before Using the Camera

Before using the camera, attach the neck strap, and lens cap.

Attaching the Neck Strap

A Pass the small loop of the strap

through the strap eyelet and pass the
other end through the loop as
illustrated.

Remove the strap from the buckle first and
pass each loop through the strap eyelet.

B Pass the strap through the buckle

and adjust the length of the strap.

Important

• Do not swing the camera around by

Note

its strap.

Attaching the Lens Cap

A Push the lens cap on in the direction

shown by the arrow.

To remove the lens cap, take hold and push
off.

• Attach the lens cap to the strap to

Note

prevent it being lost.

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Powering the Camera

This section explains how to load and recharge the battery and how to power
the camera from a household electrical outlet.

Charging the Battery

When using the battery for the first time or when the battery symbol is
displayed, follow the procedure below and charge the battery to its full capacity.

A Set the battery in the battery charger.

B Insert the power plug into an electrical outlet.

Charging will start and the battery can be charged as shown in the table below.
When charging is finished, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet.

CHARGE(Charging) Lamp Explanation

Lights red Charging starts
Lights green 100-minute charging has finished (battery is

90% charged)

* If you are in a hurry, the battery can be used

at this point.

Green light goes off Battery is fully charged after charging for about

50 minutes after lamp lights green

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■ Precautions Regarding Use

• Use only the specified battery (DB-30).

• Use only the specified battery charger (BJ-1) to charge the battery.

• Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than the DB-30 battery.

• Charge the battery in a well ventilated place with an ambient temperature in
the range of 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F).

• When the battery approaches the end of its service life, its operating time

becomes shorter even when properly charged. Replace with a new battery.

• The battery may feel warm after charging, but this is not a malfunction.

• After charging is finished, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet.

Leaving the plug in the outlet may result in fire.

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Loading the Battery

Load the rechargeable lithium ion battery (DB-30) to operate the camera.

Important

• When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the battery.

Note

(The battery is not charged when the camera leaves the factory.) →
P.15 “Charging the Battery”

A Check that the camera is turned off,

and then open the battery cover by
pressing the catch and sliding it in
the direction shown.

• P.24 “Turning On/Off the Camera”

See

B Load the battery.

Important

• Do not bring metallic objects into

Note

contact with the battery contact
surfaces or electrical connections.
Electrostatic damage could result.

C Close the battery cover.

Close the battery cover until it clicks into
position.

● Shooting and Playback Guidelines

The table below gives the approximate recording and playback times that are
available, as measured under the following test conditions.

[Test conditions]

During shooting: Shoot continuously in a recording mode (shoot at intervals of

30 seconds, without turning the camera off in the middle, with
the flash fired 50%, at an ambient temperature of 20°C (68°F).

During playback: Leave the camera continuously turned on in a playback mode

at an ambient temperature of 20°C (68°F).

Battery Type

Lithium ion battery

(fully charged)

Approximate Approximate

Recording Time Playback Time

50 minutes 60 minutes

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Tips

Tips to Extend the Recording and Playback
Times

• The battery lives indicated on the previous page may decrease
depending on the ambient environment.
In an extremely cold environment, warming the battery by hand, for
example, may allow you to take more pictures.

• Increased use of the flash or zoom feature or the LCD monitor may
speed up the exhaustion of the battery. Reduce their usage to a
minimum.

• Copying or erasing images repeatedly may also accelerate the
exhaustion of the battery.

• Taking pictures with the LCD monitor display turned off will help to
extend the life of the battery.

■ Handling Precautions

• Before using the battery, be sure to read the accompanying operation
manual.

• Use the specified battery. → P.137 “Accessories”

• Wipe the terminals of the battery and the contacts of the camera with a dry

cloth.

• Continued use of the battery for long periods may cause the battery to
become hot. Wait until it cools before removing it.

• Store the battery charger and the battery separately except when charging.

• Store the battery in the case provided.

• When not using the camera for a long period of time, discharge the battery

completely before removing it, and store it in a cool place. Before using the
camera again, fully charge the battery.

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• If a power source is available nearby, you can economize on the

Note

battery by using an AC adapter (optional). → P.18 “Connecting an AC
Adapter”

• You are advised to have a spare battery available when powering the
camera from the battery alone.

• When the
that the battery voltage is low. Recharge the battery. → P.15
“Charging the Battery”

battery symbol appears on the LCD panel, it indicates

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Connecting an AC Adapter

When using the camera for extended periods of time to shoot or playback
images, or connecting with a PC, connect an AC adapter (optional) to the
camera and power the camera from a household electrical source.

Using the AC Adapter

Before using the AC adapter, be sure to read the safety precautions in the
accompanying manual.

A Check that the camera is turned off, and connect the AC adapter

connection cable to the power supply terminal (DC input) on the
camera.

• P.24 “Turning On/Off the Camera”

See

B Insert the power plug into the electrical outlet.

• If the battery is loaded in the camera while it is connected to a

Note

household power source, the camera is powered from the AC source
and not by the battery. If the AC adapter is to be used for a long time,
remove the battery.

Important

• Insert the power plug and connection cable securely. If the plug or

Note

cable works loose during recording, the data may be lost or damaged.

• If you connect or disconnect the AC adapter while operating the
camera (recording, playback, or erasing), the camera will switch off to
determine the power source. This may cause the data to be lost or
damaged. To avoid this, connect or disconnect the AC adapter while
the camera is turned off.

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Storage Memory

Files shot with this camera can be recorded on the following three types of
memory:

Storage Memory Capacity

CF card 16 MB, 32 MB, 48 MB, 64 MB, 96 MB, 128 MB (3.3 V)
PC card 5 MB, 10 MB (3.3 V, Ricoh-brand)

Internal memory Max. 6 MB

• Use a recommended memory card. → See the separate list of

Note

Qualified Products.

■ Handling Precautions

• Never remove the CF card or PC card while data is being recorded or erased.

• Do not bend, subject to strong force or shock, or drop the CF card or PC card.

• Avoid using or storing memory cards in environments that are subject to static

electricity or electrical interference.

• Avoid using or storing memory cards in environments that are subject to high
temperature and humidity, where dust accumulates, or in atmospheres where
corrosive substances are present.

• Keep the card slot free from dust or foreign matter.

• To avoid possible hazards, keep memory cards away from flames and do not

dispose of them in fire.

• Memory cards have a limited service life. Cards that have been used over an
extended period of time may fail to record additional files.

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■ Data

• Data recorded on a CF card or PC card may be lost by improper handling by
the customer or a third party, by being subjected to static electricity or
electrical interference, or during camera malfunction or repair. Ricoh Co., Ltd.
assumes no liability for damages incurred by such loss of recorded data.

• Do not remove the battery from the camera, turn off the camera, or connect
the AC adapter while data is being recorded on the CF card or PC card. The
data stored on the memory card could be lost or damaged.

• You are advised to copy valuable data from the memory card onto other
memory, such as floppy disks or hard disks.

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Inserting a CF Card or PC Card

Check that the camera is turned off before inserting the CF card or the PC card.

Important

• Be sure to turn the power off before inserting or removing the card,

Note

otherwise the data on the card may be lost or damaged and the
camera may malfunction.

• Before using a new card or a card that has been used on another
device (such as a PC), you need to format (initialize) it with the
camera. → P.43 “Formatting the Storage Memory”

• Do not remove the PC card while data is being recorded or erased.
The data stored on the card could be lost or damaged.

■ Inserting Card

A Check that the camera is turned off.

• P.24 “Turning On/Off the Camera”

See

B Insert the card into the card slot.

● Inserting CF card

Push the CF card into the upper card slot
fully into position, with the label surface
facing up.

● Inserting the PC card

Push the PC card into the lower card slot
fully into position, with the label surface
facing up.

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■ Removing Card

A Check that the camera is turned off,

and then open the EJECT lever cover.

• P.24 “Turning On/Off the Camera”

See

B Turn the CF or PC card EJECT lever

in the direction shown by the arrow
and press it.

● CF card

Press the upper EJECT lever.

● PC card

Press the lower EJECT lever.

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C Pull the CF or PC card straight out of

the slot.

● CF card

● PC card

D Return the CF or PC card EJECT lever

to its original position and close the
EJECT lever cover.

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Tips

SmartMedia Memory Cards

This camera can record images stored on a SmartMedia memory
card by using a PC card adapter (optional).
The following types of SmartMedia memory card can be used:

• Capacity: 2 MB, 4 MB, 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB

• Operating voltage: 3.3 V

Insert the SmartMedia memory card
into the PC card adapter.

Insert the PC card adapter into the
camera.

Be sure to read the accompanying manual before using a
SmartMedia memory card or PC card adapter.

* Do not insert or remove the SmartMedia memory card while the

PC card adapter is being attached to the camera. The
SmartMedia card could be damaged.

* Use of the SmarMemory may restrict some functions of the

camera.

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Chapter

2

Basic Operations

Turning On/Off the Camera ....24

How to Use the Mode Dial ...... 25

LCD Monitor and LCD Panel .. 26

Recording Mode........................... 26

Play Mode .................................... 27

Adjusting the LCD Monitor.....28

Adjusting the LCD Monitor

Contrast........................................28

Using the Stylus Pen .................... 28

Fine Adjustment of the LCD

Monitor and Touch Screen ........... 29

How to Select the Items..........31

Using the Stylus Pen .................... 31

Selecting and Canceling Items.....32

Character Input and Writing/

Drawing ....................................35

Using the On-screen Keypad .......35

Using the Tool Palette.................. 37

Registering the Camera

Information ..............................39

Setting the Date and Time ...........39

Registering Owner Information ....42

Before You Start Recording ...43

Formatting the Storage Memory ..43
Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ..44

How to Hold the Camera .............. 44

Turning On/Off the Camera

Use the power button to turn the camera on and off.

■ Turning the Camera ON

A Press the power button.

• You can turn the camera on when

Note

the LCD monitor is opened →
P.122 → “Turning the Camera On/
Off When the LCD Monitor is
Opened”

■ Turning the Camera OFF

A Press the power button.

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Tips

Auto Power Off

The camera will turn off automatically (auto power off) to conserve
the battery if it is left idle (no buttons or switches operated) for a fixed
time. To resume use, turn the power on again. The auto power off
feature does not activate when the camera is powered by an AC
adapter. → P.117 “Auto Power Off Setting”

How to Use the Mode Dial

The camera offers a number of modes for shooting and playback. Use the
mode dial to select the mode you need.

Mode Dial Mode Action

Setup mode For changing and verifying camera
Motion Picture For recording motion pictures with sound.

mode
Continuous Enables continuous shooting while the

Shooting mode shutter release button is pressed.
Text mode Used when recording text. Eliminates

Voice Memo mode Used when recording sound.
Still Picture mode Basic shooting mode.
Play mode For playing back recorded files.
PC mode For connecting the camera to a PC,

Communication For transmitting images and using Internet
mode functions.

A Turn the mode dial to change the

mode used.

The screen displayed on the LCD monitor
differs according to the mode. For details of
operation, refer to the following.

•

• (Motion Picture) → P.60

•

•

•

•

•

(Setup) → P.116

(Continuous Shooting) → P.59
(Text) → P.58
(Voice Memo) → P.59

(Still Picture) → P.55

(Play) → P.84

settings.

gradations and records in black and white.

transmitting images from the camera to
the PC and operating the camera from the
PC.

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• For details of the (PC mode) and (Communication mode), see

Note

‘Connecting to a Personal Computer’ operation manual and
‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual.

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LCD Monitor and LCD Panel

The LCD monitor or LCD panel displays the camera status, such as the battery
level, recordable picture count and mode setting, in symbols and figures.

Recording Mode

LCD panel LCD monitor

Storage Memory
Flash mode
Red-eye reduction

mode
White balance —
File type
Size/No. of pixels
Image quality/ F, N, E, NC

Compression rate
Exposure compensation — EV –2.0 ~ EV +2.0

value
Digital zoom — × 1.3, × 1.6, × 3.2
ISO Sensitivity — AUTO, ISO 200, ISO 400
Auto bracket — AB
Focus — AF, MF
Macro shooting —
Self timer mode
Battery symbol —
Soft mode — SOFT
Time Exposure mode — L1, L2, L4, L8

• For details of the messages displayed on the LCD panel and LCD

Note

monitor, see “Error Messages” (P.133).

Remaining picture count • Remaining recording time

Folder name

Zoom bar

LCD panel LCD monitor

2048 × 1536, 1024 × 768, 640 × 480

Date and timeMessage

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Play Mode

LCD panel LCD monitor

Rewind

Storage memory
File type
Size/No. of pixels
Image quality/ F, N, E, NC

Compression rate
Battery symbol —
Protect symbol —
Voice annotation
Keypad memo —

Advance

LCD panel LCD monitor

Folder name/File name

Playback file no./Total no. of files

Date and time

Switching to the Edit mode

2048 × 1536, 1024 × 768, 640 × 480

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Adjusting the LCD Monitor

This section explains how to use the LCD monitor including adjusting the
contrast of the LCD monitor and using the fine adjustment function.

Adjusting the LCD Monitor Contrast

If the LCD monitor is hard to see, for example in bright sunlight, adjust the
contrast of the monitor.

A Press the LCD contrast adjustment

buttons (왓/왕) to adjust the LCD
monitor contrast to a favorable
setting for viewing.

Using the Stylus Pen

■ Stylus Pen

Pull the stylus pen out in the following way and replace it after use.

A Pull the stylus pen out in the direction

shown by the arrow.

Replace by sliding it back in from the tip.

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■ LCD Monitor

When using the stylus pen, set the LCD monitor as shown below.

A Rotate the LCD monitor as illustrated.

Do not rotate beyond the limits of the angle
shown.

B Open the LCD monitor

perpendicularly, rotate it at an angle
of 180 degrees in the direction of the
arrow and close it.

Fine Adjustment of the LCD Monitor and Touch
Screen

You can use the stylus pen supplied with the camera to select and set items. If
the touch screen does not function properly, use the fine adjustment function to
adjust the LCD monitor and touch screen.

A Set the mode dial to [ ].

• P.24 “Turning On/Off the Camera”

See

• P.25 “How to Use the Mode Dial”

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B Move the focus (green frame

enclosing an item) using the
button to select [TOUCH SCREEN
CALIBRATION] and press the ENTER
button.

• P.32 “Selecting and Canceling

See

Items”

C Flip up the LCD monitor

perpendicularly, turn it 180 degrees in
the direction of arrow and close it.

D Touch the marks in the corners with

the pen.

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How to Select the Items

You can select items, and confirm or cancel camera settings using the buttons
on the operation panel and stylus pen. This section explains how to use the
buttons and stylus pen.

Using the Stylus Pen

Basically, the stylus pen can be used in the following two ways.

● Touching

Touching is the action of lightly pressing the
screen with the pen. It is used to select items
on the screen or to select the button, such as
[OK] and [CANCEL].
This manual contains instructions such as
“Touch with the pen” and “Select with the
pen”.

● Dragging

Dragging is the action of moving the pen
while keeping it pressed lightly against the
screen. It is used to write characters, drawing
diagrams and designate the scope on the
screen.
This manual contains instructions such as
“Drag the pen”.

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• You can perform the above operations using your finger in the same

Note

way as the stylus pen. Touch the screen lightly with the tip of your
finger.

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Selecting and Canceling Items

This section explains how to operate the buttons on the touch screen and stylus
pen.

■ Switching the Displays

(1)

→
←

(2)

Next screen (1)

Using the pen

Using the
buttons

• The legends (“CANCEL” and “ENTER”) above the buttons (EXIT or

Note

Touch on the
lower left of the
screen.

Press the button
to move the focus
(green frame
enclosing an item)
on the lower item.
When the focus is
on the bottom item,
press the button.

OK) are used for annotation with the button operation.

Previous screen (2)

Touch on the
lower left of the
screen.

Press the button
to move the focus
on the upper item.
When the focus is
on the top item,
press the
button.

■ Selecting and Canceling Items

(1)

→
←

(3)

(1)

→
←

(2)

Exit the MENU screen

Touch CANCEL.

Press the CANCEL
button.

(2)

→

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Select the item (1)

Using the pen

Using the
buttons

• The dimmed items can not be selected.

Note

Touch the target
item.

Press the
buttons to move the
focus and press the
ENTER button.

Select the setting (2)

Touch the target
setting and touch
[OK].

Press the
buttons to move the
focus, press
SELECT button
and then press

ENTER button.

Cancel the setting (3)

Touch CANCEL.

Press the CANCEL
button.

■ EDIT Mode

(1)

→

Select the item (2)

Touch the target
item.

Press the button
to move the focus
(green frame
enclosing an item)
on the top item.

Press the
buttons to move the
focus on the target
item and press the
SELECT button.

Using
the pen

Using
the
buttons

Edit Mode (1)

Touch [EDIT]
at the lower
right corner of
the screen.

Press the
[ENTER]
button.

■ How to Use the Check Box ( )

● Using the Pen

Touch the desired
cancel the selection, touch again.

to change it to . To

(2)

→
←

(4)

Select the setting (3)

Touch the target
item.

Press the
buttons to move the
focus on the target
item and press the

·

SELECT button.

·

Touch the .

Press the
button to
move the
focus on
and press the
SELECT
button.

(3)

→

Next
screen

Cancel (4)

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● Using the Buttons

Use the

· buttons to set the focus on the
desired item and press the SELECT button.
To cancel the selection, press the button
again.

■ How to Use the Radio Button ( )

● Using the Pen

Touch the desired

● Using the Buttons

Use the

· · · buttons to set the focus
on the desired item and press the SELECT
button.

to change it to .

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■ How to Use the Spin Box ( )

● Using the Pen

Touch
number.
Touching
touching

● Using the Buttons

Use the
on the desired item and specify the number
with the
Pressing the
and pressing the button decreases the
number.

or with the pen to specify the

increases the number and

decreases the number.

· · · buttons to set the focus

button or button.

button increases the number

■ How to Use the Dropdown List ( )

● Using the Pen

Touch
desired item from the list.

with the pen and then touch the

● Using the Buttons

Use the
on the desired item, then display the list
using the
button.
Use the
focus on the desired item from the list and
press the SELECT button.

· · · buttons to set the focus

button and press the SELECT

button or button to set the

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Character Input and Writing/Drawing

This section explains how to input characters using the on-screen keypad and
how to write or draw using the tool palette.

Using the On-screen Keypad

You can input characters in items displaying the symbol using the on-screen
keypad. Follow the steps below.

A Select to display the on-screen

keypad.

Touching the input field also allows you to
display the on-screen keypad.

● Using the Buttons

Set the focus on the desired item with
buttons. Press the button to move to the
input field and press the [SELECT] button.

B Input the characters, numbers and

symbols.

·

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C Symbols can be input by switching

two keypad screens with g (SHIFT)
or Caps key.

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: Press the key to move to the next line.

: Press this key to return to the previous screen without saving the

characters you input.

: Press this key to input a space.

● Erasing Characters

Touch [BS]. Characters are erased one at a time from the last character each
time [BS] is pressed.

D After entering the characters, select [ENTER].

The on-screen keypad disappears and the screen returns to the original
display.

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Using the Tool Palette

The function of the tool palette is to enable you to write characters freehand or
draw diagrams involving lines and circles. There are five types of tools.

Pen : For writing characters or drawing diagrams freehand

Erase : Erases the characters or diagrams that have been

written or drawn

Erase All : Erases all the characters and diagrams that have been

written or drawn
Select line width : Changes the thickness of the pen
Select color : Changes the color of the pen

■ Writing Characters or Drawing Diagrams

A Touch and drag the pen to write

characters or draw diagrams.

● Changing the Thickness of the Pen

Touch to select the width (FINE,
NORMAL, BOLD) of the lines from the list.

● Changing the Color of the Pen

Touch
screen.
Select the color to be used and select [OK].

to display the color selection

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B After writing the characters or

drawing the diagrams, select [SAVE].

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■ Erasing the Characters or Diagrams

A Touch and drag the area you wish

to erase with the pen.

● Erasing All Characters and Diagrams

Touch
diagrams.

to erase all the characters or

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Registering the Camera Information

This section explains how to register the camera information such as setting the
date and time and owner information.

Setting the Date and Time

Set the date and time on the camera. You can also follow these procedures
when you use the camera for the first time or need to change the date and time
settings.

• Use the yyyy format to set the year.

Note

• Time is displayed in the 24-hour clock format. Midnight is expressed
as 00:00 and noon as 12:00.

A Set the mode dial to [ ].

B Select [DATE SETTING].

The date setting menu is displayed. Set the
following three items.

•“Set the Date and Time” → See below

•“Select the Date To Be Used” → P.40

•“Select the Date Format → P.41

■ Set the Date and Time

Set the date and time. You can set the date in two patterns, HOME and
DESTINATION, and switch the pattern when you travel across the time zone.

A Select [HOME] or [DESTINATION].

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B Set the date and time and then select

[OK].

Specify which date you will use, HOME or
DESTINATION, by “Select the Date To Be
Used” (See below).

• P.34 “How to Use the Spin Box ( )”

See

C Select [EXIT].

• The date and time settings are reset if the battery has been removed

Note

for about 1 month, as at replacement. Set the date and time again.

■ Select the Date To Be Used

Select the date you wish to use, HOME or DESTINATION.

A Select [DATE TO BE USED].

B Select [HOME] or [DESTINATION] and

then select [OK].

C Select [EXIT].

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■ Select the Date Format

Select the date format. There are three types to choose from.

Example: Setting September 15. 2000, 10:00 am
YYYY/MM/DD hh:mm → 2000/09/15 10:00
MM DD YYYY hh:mm → SEP 15 2000 10:00
DD MM YYYY hh:mm → 15 SEP 2000 10:00

A Select [DATE/TIME FORMAT].

B Select the date format you wish to

use and then select [OK].

C Select [EXIT].

The screen will return to the Setup menu.

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Tips

How to Verify the Date and Time

Press the DISPLAY button in a shooting or playback mode to view
the date and time settings on the LCD monitor. → P.49, P.87 “LCD
Monitor Display”

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Registering Owner Information

You can register personal data such as the owner’s name, address, telephone
number, and the name of the photographer. You can use the registered
information for signature imprint, sending images by fax, or playback on a PC.

A Set the mode dial to [ ].

B Select [OWNER INFORMATION].

C Select for each item and input the

required information using the on­screen keypad.

• P.35 “Using the On-screen Keypad”

See

D Select [OK].

The screen will return to the Setup menu.

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• The registered owner’s name will be embedded in the image and will

Note

be displayed as the file property when the image is displayed on a PC.
→ “Displaying File Properties” in the ‘Connecting to a Personal
Computer’ operation manual

• When the camera is connected to a PC, you can register owner
information from the PC. → “Owner Information” in the ‘Connecting to
a Personal Computer’ operation manual

Before You Start Recording

Before you start recording, format the storage media, adjust the viewfinder
diopter and check the way to hold the camera.

Formatting the Storage Memory

This function enables you to format the CF card, PC card and internal memory.
Before using a new card or a card that has been used on another device, such
as a PC, format the card with the camera first.

Important

• Formatting the storage memory will erase all the recorded files

Note

(including protected files). Copy important files before formatting the
storage memory. → P.92 “Copying and Moving Files”

• CF cards and PC cards formatted on other devices may not be used.

A Set the mode dial to [ ].

B Select [FORMAT].

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C Choose the storage memory to be

formatted (CF CARD, PC CARD or
INTERNAL MEMORY).

The confirmation message will be displayed.

D Press the shutter release button.

The “Now on format” message will be
displayed, and when formatting is completed,
the display will return to the Setup menu.

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Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter

Adjust the diopter so that you can see the subject clearly in the viewfinder.

A Turn the diopter adjuster to the left or

right to adjust the visibility and
ensure that you can see the subject
clearly.

How to Hold the Camera

Unintentional movement of the camera during shooting will result in blurred
images. To keep the camera steady, hold the camera in the manner described
below. Be particularly careful to keep the camera steady when taking telephoto
zoom shots.

A Hold the camera steady with both hands with the elbows lightly

touching your body.

● When viewing through the viewfinder

With the camera lightly pressed against your
head, aim it at your subject and look through
the viewfinder.

● When viewing using the LCD monitor

Hold the camera firmly in both hands, aim it
at your subject and look at the LCD monitor.

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B Press the shutter release button lightly with your fingertip.

The shutter release buttons are located on top and front sides of the camera.
Use either button depending on the situation.

Important

• Apply gentle but firm pressure to the shutter release button. Pressing

Note

the button quickly can result in a blurred image.

• Do not move the camera until the beep sound is heard.

You can rotate the LCD monitor as shown in
the illustration, enabling you to shoot images
at a variety of angles.

Important

• Open the LCD monitor 90 degrees

Note

in a horizontal direction before
rotating it.

■ Precaution

Be careful to keep the camera lens and flash
from being covered by your fingers or hair or
the camera strap.

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Chapter

3

Shooting

Basic Shooting ........................48

Operation Flow.............................48

Selecting a Recording Mode ........49

Selecting the Storage Memory .....50

Selecting a Folder ........................51

Selecting an Image Quality

Mode ............................................52

Checking the Position of the

Subject .........................................53

Setting the Size of the Subject

(Zoom)..........................................54

Shooting (Still Picture Mode)........55

Special Shooting Functions...58

Recording Text (Text Mode) ........58

Recording Voice Memo

(Voice Memo Mode) .....................59

Continuous Shooting

(Continuous Shooting Mode) .......59

Shooting Motion Pictures

(Motion Picture Mode) ..................60

Shooting Still Pictures and Text with

Voice Memo .................................61

Changing Flash Modes ................62

Setting the Exposure

Compensation ..............................64

Changing the White Balance

Mode ............................................66

Using the Self-Timer ....................67

Close-up Shooting

(Macro Mode) ...............................69

Manual Focus Shooting ...............70

Date Imprinting .............................71

Changing the ISO Sensitivity .......72

Using Auto Bracket ......................73

Redeye Reduction Mode..............74

Non-Compressed Mode ...............75

Monochrome Mode ......................76

Interval (Time-lapse) Recording ...77

Soft Mode .....................................78

Time Exposure Mode ...................79

Signature Imprint Mode ................80

Changing the Brightness in Text

Mode ............................................81

Basic Shooting

This section explains the general flow of shooting operation and provides basic
shooting instructions.

Operation Flow

To record an image, follow the steps below.

Turn on the Camera

Turn the camera on. → P.24

Select a Recording Mode

➜➜➜➜➜➜➜

Select the Storage Memory

Choose from five recording modes (
shooting, select

(Still Picture) mode. → P.49

· · · · ). For basic

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Choose the recording destination from CF card (
( ) and internal memory ( ). → P.50

Select a Folder

Choose a folder in the storage memory in which to store the
image files. → P.51

Select the Image Quality Mode

Choose from nine image quality modes (

· / ). → P.52

Check the Position of the Subject

Check the position of the subject in the viewfinder or on the LCD
monitor. → P.53

Set the Size of the Subject

Use the zoom lever to decide the size of the subject. → P.54

Shoot

Press the shutter release button. → P.55

), PC card

/ · /

Selecting a Recording Mode

The camera offers five recording modes ( · · · · ). Select the mode
best suited to your photographic needs.
In this section,

A Set the mode dial to [ ].

• P.25 “How to Use the Mode Dial”

See

The recording data will be displayed on the
LCD panel or LCD monitor.

● Switching the LCD Monitor Display

You can change the display on the LCD
monitor by pressing the DISPLAY button.
The display changes in the following
sequence each time the DISPLAY button is
pressed: Initial display → Information display
→ No display → LCD monitor off. → “LCD
Monitor Display” (See below)

(Still Picture) mode is used.

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Shooting

Tips

LCD Monitor Display (Camera Mode)

Press the DISPLAY button to display recording information such as
the recording mode, image quality mode, and recordable picture
count. Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the display will
switch in the following order:

● In Still Picture mode

Initial display Information display No display

LCD

→→→

↑

, and the recordable time are displayed when the initial

*

display or information display are displayed in Voice Memo mode or
Motion Picture mode.

monitor

Off

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Selecting the Storage Memory

Select the storage memory in which to record the image files.

LCD Panel LCD Monitor Recording Destination

Records images on the CF card
Records images on the PC card
Records images in the internal memory

A Press the button and select the

storage memory (CF card, PC card or
Internal memory).

The storage memory changes each time the
button is pressed.

The storage memory will be displayed.

• You can set the storage memory to

Note

be automatically selected when the
power is turned on. → P.116 “Keep
Settings”

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Selecting a Folder

Select a folder in the storage memory in which to store the image files.

A Set the mode dial to [ , , , or

].

B Press the MENU button.

C Select [FOLDER].

The Select Folder menu will be displayed.

D Select a folder in which to save the

files and then select [OK].

The screen will return to the Setup menu.

E Select [EXIT].

The selected folder will be displayed on the
LCD monitor.

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Shooting

• You can create new folders and delete unnecessary folders. → P.121

Note

“Adding or Deleting a Folder”

• Up to 9999 images can be stored in a folder.

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Selecting an Image Quality Mode

The camera offers nine image quality modes. Select the mode best suited to
your photographic needs.

LCD Panel LCD Monitor

2048 × 1536 F, 2048 × 1536 N, 2048 × 1536 E
1024 × 768 F, 1024 × 768 N, 1024 × 768 E
640 × 480 F, 640 × 480 N, 640 × 480 E

* The recordable picture count varies as you switch the image quality mode.
* The factory default setting is , .

A Press the PIC button and select an

image quality mode.

The image quality mode changes each time
the button is pressed.

• To record the image without

Note

compressing the data, select the
non-compressed (NC) mode. →
P.75 “Non-Compressed Mode”

The selected image quality mode will be
displayed.
The image quality mode setting will be saved
even when the power is turned off.

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Image quality mode display
when the DISPLAY button is
pressed. (“Information display”
→ P.49

● Data Guide

Image quality

Size (No. of pixels)

2048 × 1536
1024 × 768
640 × 480

• Image sizes are 2048 × 1536 pixels, 1024 × 768 pixels and 640 × 480

Note

pixels. Image sizes are indicated as , and in this
manual and on the product.

• For the recordable picture count by image quality mode, see
“Recording Capacities” (P.136).

(Compression rate)

Fine Normal Economy

Approx. Approx. Approx.

1.12 MB/Image 568 KB/Image 280 KB/Image
Approx. Approx. Approx.

376 KB/Image 184 KB/Image 88 KB/Image

Approx. Approx. Approx.

152 KB/Image 72 KB/Image 40 KB/Image

Checking the Position of the Subject

Check the position of your subject by looking through the viewfinder or at the
LCD monitor.

■ Viewing Through the Viewfinder

Aim the camera at the subject while looking
through the viewfinder.

● Shooting Scope

Frame the subject within the viewfinder.

● Autofocus Field

Located in the center of the viewfinder and
roughly corresponding to the area shown on
the right, the autofocus field determines the
focal distance.

■ Viewing the LCD Monitor

Aim the camera at the subject while looking
at the LCD monitor.

● Shooting Scope

Frame the subject within the LCD monitor
screen.

● Autofocus Field

Located in the center of the viewfinder and
roughly corresponding to the area shown on
the right, the autofocus field determines the
focal distance.

3

Shooting

• The shaded area and dotted lines are shown for illustration purposes

Note

only and do not actually appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD
monitor.

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Setting the Size of the Subject (Zoom)

By pressing the zoom lever, you can vary the size of the subject without
changing the distance between yourself and the subject (equivalent to 35 – 105
mm in 35 mm format).

A Press the side or the side of

the zoom lever.

Pressing the side will make the subject
larger (telephoto setting) and pressing the

side will make the subject smaller (wide

setting).

The zoom bar will be displayed on the LCD
monitor.
Adjust the size of the subject to your liking.

■ Digital Zoom Function

If you keep the side of the zoom lever
pressed when the lens is at the maximum
telephoto position or when macro mode (
symbol is displayed) is set, with the recording
mode set on
image quality mode set on
zoom function is enabled and shots are
enlarged 1.3 times, 1.6 times or 3.2 times.
To disable the digital zoom function, return
the zoom lever to the

(Still Picture) mode and the

, the digital

Maginification display

side.

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• The digital zoom function can be used when the image quality mode is

Note

set on . It cannot be used in the following cases:

* when the recording mode is set on (Voice Memo), (Text),

(Continuous Shooting) or (Motion Picture) mode

* when the image quality mode is set on non-compressed mode (NC)

• When using the digital zoom function, decide the composition of the
image on the LCD monitor before shooting.

Shooting (Still Picture Mode)

This section explains how to shoot pictures in Still Picture mode. Hold the
camera correctly to keep it steady.

A Aim the camera at your subject.

• Use macro mode to shoot subjects

Note

closer than about 24 cm. → P.69
“Close-up Shooting (Macro Mode)”

B Press the zoom lever and decide the

size of your subject.

• P.54 “Setting the Size of the Subject

See

(Zoom)”

• P.53 “Checking the Position of the
Subject”

C Press the shutter release button

lightly with your fingertip.

The shutter release button works in a two­step action. When you press it lightly
(halfway), the autofocus function is enabled
to focus on the subject automatically. Keep
the camera as steady as possible to ensure
correct focusing.

The AF LED (green) will light when the
subject is in focus and the focus, exposure
and white balance will be set.

• A flashing AF LED indicates that the

Note

subject is out of focus. Use the
focus lock function. → P.57 “Focus
Lock Shooting”

• If the “SLOW SHUTTER” message
appears, you are recommended to
shoot with the flash enabled as
camera shake tends to occur in this
situation. → P.62 “Changing Flash
Modes”

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Shooting

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● Flash LED

When the flash fires, the flash LED (red)
lights when the shutter release button is
pressed lightly.

• During charging, the flash LED will

Note

blink and the display on the LCD
monitor will disappear. Photographs
cannot be taken at this time.

D Press the shutter release button

down fully without removing your
finger.

A beep will sound and the image will be
displayed and recorded.

• Moving the camera before the beep

Note

sounds may result in a blurred
image.

• You can take photographs with a
voice memo. → P.61 “Shooting Still
Pictures and Text with Voice Memo”

To Cancel Recording

When the shutter release button is fully
pressed, a photograph is taken and the
image is displayed on the LCD monitor. At
this time, press the CANCEL button and
when the confirmation message is
displayed, press the shutter release button.

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You can set the image display time to your
liking. → P.120 “Changing the LCD
Confirmation Time”

Important

• During recording, do not open the battery cover and the EJECT lever

Note

cover or remove the AC adapter.

• During recording, the auto focus lamp and the flash lamp will flash on
the LCD panel. Do not turn the mode dial or turn the power off until the
recording process is complete.
You can not switch the recording direction (

) or display the
MENU screen by pressing the MENU button while recording is in
progress.

• The camera will switch off automatically (auto power off) if it is left idle

Note

(no buttons or switches operated) for a fixed time. When you require
more time to compose a shot, disable the auto power off feature. →
P.117 “Auto Power Off Setting”

• Have a spare battery or an AC adapter (optional) handy before using
the camera for an extended period of time.

■ When Focusing is Difficult

You may experience difficulty focusing on the following subjects:

• Objects with little or no contrast (such as the sky, white walls, and car hoods)

• Flat two-dimensional objects with only horizontal lines and no significant

protrusions or indentations

• Fast-moving targets

• Low-brightness objects (in dark places)

• Strongly backlit objects and objects struck by strong reflected light

• Flickering objects (such as fluorescent lights)

When shooting subjects like these, focus on another subject that is located at
about the same distance and then aim at the target with that focus setting. →
“Focus Lock Shooting” (See below), → P.70 “Manual Focus Shooting”

Focus Lock Shooting

Tips

Usually, the auto focus function focuses the camera on the subject
that appears in the autofocus field on the LCD monitor or in the
viewfinder. If the subject is located outside the autofocus field, it may
appear blurred in the resulting shot. Use the focus lock to ensure
accurate focusing on the subject.

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Shooting

1. Bring the subject on which you
wish to focus into the
autofocus field.

2. Press the shutter release
button halfway and hold the
button pressed when the auto
focus lamp lights in green.

Focusing, exposure and white
balance will be locked.

3. Decide the composition of the
shot by moving the camera
with the shutter release button
held, and then press the
shutter release button down
fully.

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Special Shooting Functions

This section explains the various shooting functions that are available. The
functions that can be used vary depending on the recording mode. Refer to the
table below.

Recording

Shooting function

Folder P.51 ● ● ● ● ●
Voice Memo P.61 ● ✕ ● ✕✕
Focus Mode P.70 ● ✕ ● ● ●
Date Imprint P.71 ● ✕ ● ● ✕
Flash Strength P.63 ● ✕ ● ✕✕
ISO Sensitivity P.72 ● ✕ ● ● ✕
Auto Bracket P.73 ● ✕✕✕✕
Redeye Reduction P.74 ● ✕✕✕✕
Non-compressed Mode
Monochrome ModeP.76 ● ✕✕● ●
Interval Mode P.77 ● ✕ ● ✕✕
Soft mode P.78 ● ✕✕● ✕
Time Exposure Mode
Signature Imprint P.80 ● ✕✕✕✕
Brightness Control

mode Still Voice Text

Picture Memo

P.75 ● ✕✕✕✕

P.79 ● ✕✕✕✕

P.81 ✕✕● ✕✕

Continuous

Shooting

Motion
Picture

Recording Text (Text Mode)

This mode enables text to be recorded in a sharp image using only two values,
black and white, with a data volume less than one-third of the usual volume.

A Set the mode dial to [ ].

B Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

The image will be displayed and recorded.

• While the image is displayed on the

Note

LCD monitor, recording can be canceled by pressing the CANCEL
button. → P.55 “Shooting (Still Picture Mode)”

• Images can be recorded with voice memo. → P.61
“Shooting Still Pictures and Text with Voice Memo”

• You can change the brightness to your liking when recording. → P.81

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“Changing the Brightness in Text Mode”

Recording Voice Memo (Voice Memo Mode)

This mode enables you to record a voice memo. The recordable time is
displayed according to the available capacity in the recording destination.

Important

• The microphone is located at the front of the camera. Aim the camera

Note

so that you can record a voice memo for the best result.

• Please keep the camera at least 30 cm (11.8”) away from mobile
phones to prevent interference.

A Set the mode dial to [ ].

The recordable time will be displayed on the
LCD panel.

B Press the shutter release button to

record.

Recording will start. The symbol flashes
during recording and recording time is
displayed.
To stop recording, press the shutter release
button again.

Recording time

Recordable
time

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• If the recording/recordable time

Note

exceeds 100 minutes, the first digit
of the seconds will not be displayed
on the LCD monitor or LCD panel.

Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)

Shots are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. This
function enables you to capture all those special moments.

A Set the mode dial to [ ].
B Press the shutter release button.

Shots are taken continuously while the
shutter release button is pressed.
Picture taking stops when you release the
shutter release button.

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• The flash does not fire in continuous shooting mode.

Note

• The focus, exposure and white balance adjustment level are locked in
the status in effect when the shutter release button was pressed.

• Shooting in continuous shooting mode is not possible if the file has
reached number RIMG9999. Change the folder for the recording
destination to resume shooting.

● Maximum no. of pictures in continuous shooting mode

The maximum number of pictures that can be taken continuously varies
according to the image quality mode.

Image quality

Size (No. of pixels)

(Compression rate)

Fine Normal Economy

2048 × 1536 Approx. 5 Approx. 12 Approx. 24
1024 × 768 Approx. 17 Approx. 36 Approx. 70
640 × 480 Approx. 46 Approx. 89 Approx. 164

* The maximum number of pictures that can be taken continuously at one time

is shown above and varies depending on the available space in the storage
memory.

Shooting Motion Pictures (Motion Picture Mode)

This mode enables you to shoot motion pictures. The recordable time is
indicated according to the available capacity in the recording destination.
Sound is incorporated in the recording.

Important

• The microphone is located at the front of the camera. Aim the camera

Note

so that you can record a voice memo for the best result.

• Please keep the camera at least 30 cm (11.8”) away from mobile
phones to prevent interference.

A Set the mode dial to [ ].

The recordable time will be displayed on the
LCD monitor or LCD panel.

B Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

Shooting will start.

To quit shooting, press the shutter release
button again.

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Recordable
time

Recording time

• The zoom does not function during recording of motion pictures.

Note

• The flash does not fire in Motion Picture mode.

• The focus, exposure and white balance adjustment level are locked in

the status in effect when the shutter release button was pressed
halfway.

Shooting Still Pictures and Text with Voice Memo

You can record approximately 10 seconds of voice memo with a still picture or
text image. Use this function to add your own comments or explanation.

Important

• The microphone is located at the front of the camera. Aim the camera

Note

so that you can record a voice memo for the best result.

• Please keep the camera at least 30 cm (11.8”) away from mobile
phones to prevent interference.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ] and

press the MENU button.

B Select [VOICE MEMO].

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C Select [ON] and then select [OK].

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

E Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

About 10 seconds of voice memo can be
recorded after the image has been displayed.
The [

] symbol flashes during recording.

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• The focus, exposure and white balance adjustment level are locked in

Note

the status in effect when the shutter release button was pressed
halfway.

• Voice memo recording will start after shooting in non-compressed
(NC) mode for
memo recording, is displayed on the LCD panel.

(Still Picture), or in (Text) mode. During voice

Changing Flash Modes

There are four flash modes available with this camera. Switch the flash mode to
meet your photographic needs.

Display Mode Explanation

Flash Off The flash will not fire, even in dark places. Use

Auto The flash will fire automatically in dark places

Forced Flash Backlighting and strong light can produce dark

(lit) mode in such situations. The flash will always

Slow Synchro The flash can be fired to illuminate the subject

(blinking) background. By firing the flash, it is possible to

* The factory default setting is

this mode in places where flash photography is
prohibited and in bright indoor settings.

and where there is backlighting.
shadows on the faces of the subjects. Use this

fire, regardless of the brightness.
while a slow shutter speed correctly exposes the

avoid the background alone being darkened.
Use this mode at indoor parties, etc., to clearly
photograph the subjects while making the most
of the background atmosphere.

(Flash Off) mode.

Effective Range of the Flash

When you shoot with the flash activated, the flash has an effective range of
about 0.6 – 2.5 m (23.7 – 98.5 inches). The subject will appear dark in the
picture if the light from the flash fails to reach it.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]

B Press the button and select the

flash mode ( , , lit, blinking).

The flash mode will change each time the
button is pressed.

The selected flash mode will be displayed. In
Auto mode, the
on the LCD monitor only and not on the LCD
panel.

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symbol will be displayed

C Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

When the flash fires, the flash LED (red) will
light when the shutter release button is
pressed halfway.
When the flash is being recharged, the flash
LED blinks and the display disappears from
the LCD monitor. Photographs cannot be
taken at this time.

Important

• When you shoot a subject located closer than about 0.6 m (23.7 inch)

Note

with the flash activated, the light from the flash may appear reddish in
some cases. The subject may also appear white in the resultant shot
due to overexposure. To avoid this problem, switch to Flash Off mode.

• The shutter speed slows automatically when you shoot in dark places.
To prevent camera shake, hold the camera steady or mount it on a
tripod. Take care to avoid camera shake particularly at telephoto (
settings.

• The flash will not fire in the following cases:

Note

when the shooting mode is set on
Shooting) or
when the white balance is set on
(tungsten light) or (fluorescent light) mode
when using macro mode (
when using auto bracket

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the flash mode setting. →
P.116 “Keep Settings”

• If the subject appears dark on the LCD monitor when taking
photographs with the flash activated, set the zoom lever to the wide
position. Focusing may be difficult in the telephoto position.

• Use of the redeye reduction mode will lessen the redeye phenomenon.
→ P.74 “Redeye Reduction Mode”

(Motion Picture) mode

)

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Shooting

)

(Voice Memo), (Continuous

(daylight), (overcast),

■ Adjusting the Flash Strength

You can adjust the strength of the flash when it fires ( , lit, blinking).

A Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ] and

press the MENU button.

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B Select [FLASH STRENGTH].

C Select the desired strength (STRONG,

NORMAL, SOFT) and then select
[OK].

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

If you select [STRONG], a plus symbol [+]
will be displayed on the LCD monitor, and if
you select [SOFT], a minus symbol [–] will be
displayed. There is no display for [Normal].

E Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

• Enable the keep settings mode to

Note

save the flash strength setting. →
P.116 “Keep Settings”

Setting the Exposure Compensation

As long as the subject is centered in the shooting range, you can take the
picture normally as the camera will automatically adjust the exposure
compensation for backlighting. If there is a significant difference in brightness
between the background and subject, however, the subject tends to be
underexposed (dark) or overexposed (white). Exposure compensation is useful
in this situation. You can also use exposure compensation to produce
intentionally under- or over-exposed images.

● Exposure Compensation Range

± 2.0 EV (in 0.5 EV steps)

● Shooting Against the Light

The bright background will make the subject appear underexposed. Set the
exposure compensation level to a positive value to adjust the exposure.

Important

• If the subject is not centered in the shooting range when taking a

Note

picture against the light, the camera will not assume that the subject is
in a backlit state. Exposure compensation is required in this situation.

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● Shooting a White Image

If you shoot an image that appears generally white, the shot will be
underexposed as a whole, with people appearing dark and white objects
appearing gray. Set the exposure compensation level to a positive (+) value to
adjust the exposure.

● Shooting a Black Image

If you shoot an image that appears generally black, the shot will be
overexposed as a whole, with people appearing white and black objects
appearing gray. Set the exposure compensation level to a negative (–) value to
adjust the exposure. Follow the same procedure when shooting a person under
a spotlight, for example.

A Set the mode dial to one of the

following [ , , or ] and press
the button.

B Touch or with the pen to

change the compensation level and
select [OK].

Touch to increase the level and touch
to reduce the level.

● Using the Buttons

Press the
press the

button to increase the level and

button to reduce the level.

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C Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

Exposure compensation
display when the
DISPLAY button is
pressed. (Information
display → P.49)

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the exposure compensation

Note

setting. → P.116 “Keep Settings”

• Three frames in succession can be taken, one each at –0.5 EV, 0 and

+0.5 EV, based on the preset exposure compensation value. This
function is convenient for checking the exposure compensation value
setting. → P.73 “Using Auto Bracket”

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Changing the White Balance Mode

The white balance mode adjusts the white balance so that you can capture
your subject in its natural colors regardless of the light source. The auto mode
will suffice in most situations.
The auto mode automatically adjusts the white balance based on the white
areas, ensuring that white is reproduced as white regardless of the light source.
Consequently, a subject that lacks in white tones as a whole or that is
dominated by dark tones may not achieve an appropriate white balance.
Change the white balance mode to shoot such subjects.

Display Mode Explanation

AUTO Auto Automatically adjusts the white balance

Daylight Use to shoot subjects outdoors where the

Overcast Use to shoot subjects outdoors under cloudy

Tungsten light Use to shoot subjects under tungsten light

Fluorescent light Use to shoot subjects under fluorescent light

* The factory default setting is AUTO mode.

Subjects Difficult to Correct in Auto Mode

• Monochrome subjects

• Objects lit by multiple light sources

appropriate white balance is difficult to achieve.
skies where the appropriate white balance is

difficult to achieve.
where the appropriate white balance is difficult

to achieve.
where the appropriate white balance is difficult

to achieve.

A Set the mode dial to one of the

following [ , or ] and press the
WB button.

B Select the white balance mode

(AUTO, , , or ) and then
select [OK].

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C Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

Important

• Even with the same subject, colors may vary due to the weather

Note

conditions and light source (tungsten light or fluorescent light).

• In AUTO mode, subjects lacking in white tones may not achieve an

Note

appropriate white balance. When shooting such subjects, add a white
object to the composition.

• The flash will not fire in the following white balance modes:
(daylight), (overcast), (tungsten light) and (fluorescent light)
mode.

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the white balance mode
setting. → P.116 “Keep Settings”

Using the Self-Timer

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Shooting

The self-timer offers a convenient way to take group pictures with the
photographer included. Mount the camera on a tripod or a flat, firm surface to
shoot pictures with the self-timer.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ] and

press the button.

The self-timer is now set.

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The symbol will be displayed on the LCD
monitor or LCD panel.

• To cancel self-timer mode, press the

Note

button again.

B Decide the composition of the

picture, position the camera securely,
and press the shutter release button.

The self-timer LED will light and the self-timer
will start. The shutter will be released after
about 10 seconds. The self-timer LED will
start blinking about 2 seconds before the
shutter is released and the beep sound will
be heard.
The self-timer mode is canceled
automatically when the shutter is released.

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• If the flash is charging, the self-timer will start when charging is

Note

completed.

• The focus is locked when the shutter release button is pressed.

Tips

Remote Control

To operate the camera from a remote position or when the camera is
fixed in one spot, use the optional remote control unit.

Close-up Shooting (Macro Mode)

Macro mode allows you to take a close-up picture of a subject. Use this mode
when the distance to the subject is less than about 24 cm.

A Set the mode dial to one of the

following: [ , , or ] and
press the button.

The symbol will be displayed on the LCD
monitor.

• To cancel the macro mode, press

Note

the button again.

B Decide the composition of the picture

and press the shutter release button
halfway to set the focus.

C Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

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Shooting

Important

• The focusing range is so small in macro mode that the focus can be

Note

lost if the camera is moved. Make sure the camera is firmly positioned
by mounting it on a tripod, for example, to keep it steady when
shooting.

• Since the field of view through the viewfinder and the shooting range
are shifted by a wide margin, take pictures by confirming the shooting
range on the LCD monitor or with the camera connected to a TV
monitor.

Tips

Note

Shutter Release Button

The optional remote control unit is useful when the camera is
mounted on a tripod or similar device and the shutter release button
is difficult to press.

• The flash does not fire in macro mode.

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Manual Focus Shooting

The manual focus function can be used to manually adjust the focal setting for
subjects difficult to bring into focus with autofocus.

A Set the mode dial to one of the

following: [ , , or ] and
press the MENU button.

B Select [FOCUS MODE].

C Select the focus mode (MF) and then

select [OK].

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

MF will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

• To cancel the manual focus mode,

Note

select [AF].

E Press the · buttons to set the

focus and press the shutter release
button to take the picture.

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the focus mode setting →

Note

P.116 “Keep Settings”

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Date Imprinting

Use this function to record images imprinted with the date.

• If the date has not been set in the Setup menu, this function is not

Note

available. Set the date. The date is displayed in the format selected
with the DATE SETTING option in the Setup menu. → P.39 “Setting
the Date and Time”

A Set the mode dial to one of the

following: [ , or ] and press the
MENU button.

B Select [DATE IMPRINT].

C Select the date type (DATE, DATE +

TIME, or TIME) and then select [OK].

Example

The format for the date (2000/09/15/10:15) is
displayed as shown below. If you have
chosen

• [DATE] ................ 2000/09/15 (yyyy/mm/dd)

• [DATE + TIME] ... 2000/09/15 10:15 (yyyy/

mm/dd/hh:mm)

• [TIME]. ............... 10:15 (hh:mm)

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Shooting

• To cancel the date imprint mode,

Note

select [OFF].

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

E Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the date imprint mode setting.

Note

→ P.116 “Keep Settings”

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Changing the ISO Sensitivity

You can change the ISO sensitivity.

A Set the mode dial to [ · · · ]

and press the MENU button.

B Select [ISO SENSITIVITY].

C Select the ISO sensitivity (AUTO, ISO

200 or ISO 400) and then select [OK].

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

The ISO sensitivity will be displayed on the
LCD monitor.

E Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

ISO sensitivity display
when the DISPLAY button
is pressed. (Information
display → P.49)

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• Enable the keep settings mode to save the ISO sensitivity setting. →

Note

P.116 “Keep Settings”

Using Auto Bracket

This function takes three frames in succession: one each at –0.5 EV, 0 and
+0.5 EV, based on the exposure compensation value set in “Setting the
Exposure Compensation” (P.64). This function is useful for checking the
exposure compensation.
Mount the camera on a tripod or level surface to prevent camera shake.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

B Select [AUTO BRACKET].

C Select [ON] and then select [OK].

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

AB will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

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Shooting

E Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

Auto bracket display
when the DISPLAY
button is pressed.
(Information display →
P.49)

When the shutter release button is pressed,
three frames will be taken in succession at
–0.5 EV, 0 and +0.5 EV, based on the preset
exposure compensation value.

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• Auto Bracket cannot be used when the image quality mode is set on

Note

non-compressed mode (NC) or when [VOICE MEMO] is set on [ON].

• The flash does not fire in auto bracket mode.

Redeye Reduction Mode

If you shoot a subject in a dark place with the flash activated, the eyes of the
subject may appear red in the resultant picture. In redeye reduction mode, the
flash will fire several times before the shutter releases to lessen the redeye
phenomenon.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

B Select [REDEYE REDUCTION].

C Select [ON] and then select [OK].

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

The symbol will be displayed on the LCD
monitor or LCD panel.

E Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

When you press the shutter release button,
the flash will fire several times in succession
preliminarily before firing last when the
shutter releases.

Important

• The shutter takes about 1 second to

Note

release after you press the shutter
release button. Hold the camera
steady meanwhile to shoot.

• Redeye reduction mode cannot be

Note

used when the flash mode is set on

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(Flash Off).

Non-Compressed Mode

Normally the image quality mode compresses the data when the image is
recorded. To record the image without compressing the data, set the non­compressed (NC) mode.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

B Select [NON-COMPRESSED MODE].

C Select [ON] and then select [OK].

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

NC will be displayed on the LCD monitor or
LCD panel.

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Shooting

E Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

● Data Guide

Non-compressed mode display
when the DISPLAY button is
pressed. (Information display →
P.49)

Size (No. of pixels)

2048 × 1536
1024 × 768
640 × 480

Approx.

6.0 MB/Image
Approx.

1.5 MB/Image
Approx.

640 KB/Image

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Monochrome Mode

This mode enables you to shoot subjects in black and white or sepia images.

A Set the mode dial to one of the

following: [ , or ] and press
the MENU button.

B Select [MONOCHROME MODE].

C Select the monochrome mode (B&W

or SEPIA) and then select [OK].

Select [B&W] to shoot in black and white
images or [SEPIA] to shoot in sepia images.

• To cancel monochrome mode,

Note

select [OFF].

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

E Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

Monochrome mode display when
the DISPLAY button is pressed.
(Information display → P.49)

• When you choose monochrome

Note

mode, the white balance mode does
not function.

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Interval (Time-lapse) Recording

The camera can be set to take pictures automatically at preset intervals. The
interval can be set in steps of 30 seconds in the range of 30 seconds to 3
hours.
For example, if you set an interval of 1 hour, the shutter will be released every
hour, taking pictures continuously until the storage memory in the recording
destination runs out of available memory.

Important

• Check the recordable picture count in the storage memory before

Note

starting interval (time-lapse) recording.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ] and press the MENU button.

B Select [INTERVAL MODE].

C Set the time interval and select [OK].

The interval timer is now set.

• P.34 “How to Use the Spin Box ( )”

See

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

• To cancel interval (time-lapse)

Note

recording, set the mode dial to
another setting or switch the camera
off while the “INTERVAL” message
is lit.

E Press the shutter release button.

The first photograph will be taken and then
additional photographs will be taken at the
preset time interval.
The “INTERVAL” message will blink during
interval (time-lapse) recording. Picture taking
will end when the storage memory runs out
of memory.

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• Press the CANCEL button during recording to stop the interval (time-

Note

lapse) recording.

• Normal picture taking is possible during interval (time-lapse) recording
by pressing the shutter release button. The preset time interval will not
change.

• The time interval may become longer than the preset interval,
depending on the image quality mode and flash mode settings.

• If using the battery, the battery may become exhausted during interval
(time-lapse) recording. It is recommended to use the optional AC
adapter.

Soft Mode

Recording the plane images such as a face of a person, a sky and a wall in soft
mode makes the contours soft.

A Set the mode dial to [ or ] and

press the MENU button.

B Select [SOFT MODE].

C Select [ON] and select [OK].

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

E Press the shutter release button.

Soft mode display when the
DISPLAY button is pressed.
(Information display → P.49)

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the soft mode setting. → P.116

Note

“Keep Settings”

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Time Exposure Mode

Set the time exposure mode to record the bright subjects such as the fireworks
and running cars in a dark place.

Important

• Mount the camera on the tripod when recording in time exposure

Note

mode.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

B Select [TIME EXPOSURE MODE].

C Select [Off•1SEC•2SEC•4SEC•8SEC]

and select [OK].

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D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

LX will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

E Press the shutter release button.

• The time exposure mode can not be set when auto bracket mode is

Note

set.

Time exposure
mode display

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Signature Imprint Mode

This mode enables you to record images imprinted with the name of the
photographer, etc. which you input in a PC and transfer the information to the
camera.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

B Select [SIGNATURE].

C Select the signature (STORED NAME

or STORED IMAGE) to be added to
the image.

If you select STORED NAME, the name
registered in “Registering Owner Information”
(P.42) will be added.
If you select STORED IMAGE, the image file
created on a PC and transferred to the
camera will be added.

D Select the location of the signature

and then select [OK].

The signature is now set.

• P.33 “How to Use the Radio Button ( )”

See

• To cancel signature imprint mode, select [NO SIGNATURE].

Note

E Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

mark will be displayed on the LCD

monitor.

F Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

Signature Imprint mode display when
the DISPLAY button is pressed.
(Information display → P.49)

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• The signature imprinted in the image can be superimposed on the date

Note

and time information display, depending on the signature size or the
imprint location.

• The image quality may deteriorate slightly when signature imprint
mode is used.

• Files for use with STORED IMAGE are a BMP or GIF format . The
image is sent from a PC to the camera by the signature transfer
function. → “Transferring a Signature File” in ‘Connecting to a
Personal Computer’ operation manual

Changing the Brightness in Text Mode

When shooting in Text mode, you can set the brightness in five stages to
improve the readability of the text.

A Set the mode dial to [ ].

B Select [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL] and

then select [OK].

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C Select the brightness (DARK,

MEDIUM DARK, MEDIUM, MEDIUM
LIGHT or LIGHT) and then select
[OK].

The brightness is now set.

D Select [EXIT] to exit the menu display.

E Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

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Chapter

4

Playback/Deleting

Basic Playback ........................84

Files Playable on the Camera ......84

Playing a Still Picture, Text or

Continuous Shooting File .............84

Playing a Voice Memo File...........85

Playing a Motion Picture File.......86

Playback Using a TV ....................88

Special Functions ...................89

Switching to Edit Mode.................89

Displaying One File at a Time

(Single Image Playback) ..............89

Displaying Several Files at Once

(Thumbnail Playback Display)......90

Magnifying a File (Zoom Playback

Display) ........................................91

Copying and Moving Files ............92

Editing Images .............................94

Adding a Memo or Voice Memo to a

File ...............................................97

Selecting a Folder ...................... 100

Protecting a File ......................... 100

Auto Playback ............................ 101

Setting DPOF (Digital Print Order

Format).......................................103

Preparing and Playing a

Presentation ..........................106

Preparing a New Presentation ... 106

Playing a Presentation ...............108

Deleting a Presentation.............. 111

Deleting a File........................ 112

Deleting a Selected File ............. 112

Deleting All Files ........................113

Basic Playback

This section explains the basic method for playing back recorded images and
playing back images using a TV.

Files Playable on the Camera

The following image files can be played on this camera.

• Files recorded on this camera

• Files transferred from a PC

• The “UNMATCHED FILE” message will be displayed if an unplayable

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file is encountered.

• Files recorded on the Ricoh RDC-300, RDC-4000 and RDC-5000
series and RDC-7 can also be displayed. However, the non­compressed files recorded in PRO mode of RDC-7 is unplayable.

Playing a Still Picture, Text or Continuous
Shooting File

Follow the procedure below to play files recorded in (Still Picture), (Text)

(Continuous Shooting) mode, and still picture or text files with a voice

or
memo.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] and select the playback source with the

button.

The most recently recorded file will be played back.

• If necessary, you can switch folders to play a file from a folder of your

Note

choice. → P.100 “Selecting a Folder”

B Use the or button to select the

file to be played.

Pressing the button to display the previous
image and pressing the button to display
the next image. Press and hold the
button changes the image continuously.

● Using the Buttons

Press the
button to display the previous image and
pressing the button to display the next
image. Press and hold the
changes the image continuously.

· buttons. Pressing the

or button

or

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● Still Picture or Text File with Voice Memo

To play the voice memo, press the shutter
release button.
Playback of the voice memo file will end
automatically. To pause playback, press the
shutter release button. Press the shutter
release button again to resume playback.

• You can adjust the volume by

Note

pressing the or button. →
“Playing a Voice Memo File” (See
below)

● Playback Display

If pictures are taken in the following image sizes, the playback display on the
LCD monitor or TV monitor will appear as shown below.

2048 × 1536 1024 × 768 640 × 480

Playback

display

• Files may take a short time to play after the camera is turned on or the

Note

mode dial is set, depending on the capacity of the storage memory.

• Files that have been recorded in (Continuous Shooting) mode are
recorded as a single file and therefore can be played the same way as
regular files.

Playback displayPlayback display

Playing a Voice Memo File

Follow the procedure below to play a file recorded in (Voice Memo) mode.

Important

• The speaker is located on the top of the operation panel. Adjust the

Note

direction of the camera to obtain the optimum playback condition.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] and select

the playback source with the
button.

• If necessary, you can switch folders

Note

to play a file from a folder of your
choice. → P.100 “Selecting a
Folder”

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B Select the voice memo file with the

or button and press the shutter
release button.

● Using the Buttons

Press the
The voice memo will be played and the
playback indicator and time elapsed will be
displayed.
Playback of the voice memo file will end
automatically. To cancel playback, press the
shutter release button.

● To Pause and Resume Playback

To cancel playback, press the shutter release
button during playback, and to resume
playback, press the shutter release button
again.
To fast forward, keep the
zoom lever pressed while playback is
suspended, and to rewind, keep the
of the zoom lever pressed.

● To Adjust the Volume

If you press the
playback, the volume indicator will be
displayed. Press the
the volume.

or button.

side of the

side

or button during

or button to adjust

• If the recording or recordable time exceeds 100 minutes, the first digit

Note

of the seconds will not be displayed on the LCD monitor or LCD panel.

Playing a Motion Picture File

Follow the procedure below to play a file recorded in (Motion Picture) mode.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] and select

the playback source with the
button.

• If necessary, you can switch folders

Note

to play a file from a folder of your
choice. → P.100 “Selecting a

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Folder”

B Select the motion picture file with the

or button on the LCD panel, and

press the shutter release button.

● Using the Buttons

Press the

The motion picture will be played and the
playback indicator and time elapsed will be
displayed.
Playback of the motion picture file will end
automatically. To cancel playback, press the
shutter release button.

● To Pause and Resume Playback

To pause playback, press the shutter release button during playback, and to
resume playback, press the shutter release button again.

● Advance and Rewind, and Slow and Reverse Slow Playback

To advance one frame, press the [
is suspended, and to rewind one frame, press the [
For slow playback, keep the [
reverse slow playback, keep the [

or button.

] side of the zoom lever while playback

] side of the zoom lever.

] side of the zoom lever pressed, and for

] side of the zoom lever pressed.

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Playback/Deleting

• You can adjust the volume by pressing the or button. → P.85

Note

“Playing a Voice Memo File”

Tips

LCD Monitor Display (Play Mode)

Each time the DISPLAY button is pressed, the information display
changes to show the date and time recorded, the image quality
mode, etc.

● For still picture, text and continuous shooting files

Initial display Information display No display

→→→

↑

* In the case of voice memo files and motion picture files,

time elapsed and the indicator are displayed on the initial display or
information display.

* Advance and rewind buttons, and [EDIT] on the display function

even when the LCD monitor is turned off.

LCD
monitor
Off

, , the

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Playback Using a TV

Connect the camera to a TV set with the video interface cable supplied to play
recorded image files on the TV screen.

• Refer to the instruction manual for the equipment to which the camera

See

is connected.

Audio
input
(white)

Video
input
(yellow)

A Check that both the camera and the TV are turned off.

B Connect the video interface cable to the video output terminal on

the camera.

C Connect the other end of the video interface cable to the video

input terminal and audio input terminal on the TV.

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Using the Camera for Extended Periods of Time

Supplying power to the camera from a household AC outlet using an optional
AC adapter is recommended for shooting over extended periods of time. →
P.18 “Connecting an AC Adapter”

* Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting the AC

adapter.

• When you are overseas, you can view recorded images on a TV set

Note

with the other Video-out signal method (NTSC/PAL). → P.119

“Changing the Video-out Signal Method”

• When the camera is connected to a TV set, the image is displayed on

the TV monitor just as it appears on the LCD monitor.

• The LCD monitor will appear blank if you connect the video interface
cable to the camera when the video out mode is set to PAL.

• Not all the information can be displayed on the TV screen depending
on the image size captured or the TV screen.

Special Functions

This section explains the various playback functions.

Switching to Edit Mode

Switching to Edit mode enables you to use the various playback functions, such
as displaying several files at once and magnifying and rotating files. Use the
stylus pen to perform the following operations.

A Set the mode dial to [ ] and select

the playback source with the
button.

B Touch [EDIT].

● Using the Buttons

Press the ENTER button.

The mode will switch to the Edit mode.

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Playback/Deleting

C When you have finished editing,

select [EXIT].

Edit mode will be exited and the normal
playback screen will be displayed.

Displaying One File at a Time (Single Image
Playback)

This function enables you to play back one file at a time.

A Switch to Edit mode.

The mode will change to Edit mode and the single image playback will be
enabled.

•“Switching to Edit Mode” (See above)

See

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B Select the file to be displayed with the

or button.

Selecting the button will display the
previous file, and selecting the
the next file.
The mark (
the attachment. → P.27 “Play Mode”.

● Using the Buttons

Press the

or ) on the screen indicates

or button.

will display

Displaying Several Files at Once (Thumbnail
Playback)

Nine files are displayed at once, enabling speedy search for the image you
wish to see.

A Switch to Edit mode and select

with the pen.

The display will switch to the thumbnail
playback display.

• P.89 “Switching to Edit Mode”

See

B Select or with the pen to change

the files displayed.

Selecting will display the previous nine
files, and selecting
nine files.
The file on which the focus is set is the
selected file. You can change the selected
file using the

will display the next

· buttons.

C Select .

The screen will return to the single image
playback display. The file selected during
thumbnail playback display will be displayed.

• Unplayable files are indicated in black. displayed on blue screen

Note

indicates a voice memo file and indicates a text file.

• A paperclip symbol above a thumbnail display indicates a motion
picture file and a symbol indicates an attachment.

• Pressing the button when the selected file is on the top row will
display the previous nine files, and pressing the button when it is on

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the bottom row will display the next nine files.

Magnifying a File (Zoom Playback)

You can magnify a file lengthwise and widthwise to check for blurring when
taking the picture, etc. The file can be displayed at the following magnification
rates depending on the image size.

: 1.4 times, 2.7 times

•

: 1.4 times, 2.7 times

•

: 1.7 times

•

A Switch to Edit mode and select

with the pen.

The mode will switch to zoom playback
display.

• P.89 “Switching to Edit Mode”

See

B Drag the pen on the screen to check

the display area.

• You can move the display area

Note

vertically and horizontally by
selecting the green or , or
or .

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Playback/Deleting

● Changing the Magnification

To magnify the size, touch
the size touch

• Zoom playback display can be used in single image playback display,

Note

but not in thumbnail display.

• Zoom playback display can be used for still picture files, text files, and
still picture and text files with an attachment.

.

and to reduce

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Copying and Moving Files

This function enables you to copy or move files between storage memory. A
selected file or whole folder can be copied or moved.

Important

• When a protected file is moved, the source file is not deleted.

Note

• If there is insufficient memory capacity at the destination, the

“Insufficient memory” message will be displayed. Delete unnecessary

files or insert a new storage card before resuming operation.

A Switch to Edit mode.

•“Copying and Moving Selected Files” → See below

•“Copying and Moving a Whole Folder” → P.93

• P.89 “Switching to Edit Mode”

See

■ Copying and Moving Selected Files

A Display the file to be copied or moved

and change to .

To continue selecting files, repeat step A.

● Thumbnail Display

Change
moved. You can select more than one file.

to on the file to be copied or

B Select [COPY/MOVE].

C Select the option (COPY or MOVE).

D Select the item (SELECTED).

The copy or move item is the files you
selected in step A.

E Select the destination (CF CARD, PC

CARD or IN).

• P.33 “How to Use the Radio Button

See

( )”

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F Specify the destination folder and

select [OK].

Copying or moving starts, and when finished,
the message is displayed.

G Select [OK].

The display will return to the Edit mode.

• If is not changed to , the file currently displayed on the single

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image playback display or the selected file on the thumbnail playback
display becomes the target.

■ Copying and Moving a Whole Folder

A Select [COPY/MOVE].

B Select the option (COPY or MOVE).

C Select the item (FOLDER).

The copy or move item is all the files in the
folder currently displayed.

D Select the destination (CF CARD, PC

CARD or IN).

• P.33 “How to Use the Radio Button

See

( )”

E Specify the destination folder and

select [OK].

Copying or moving starts, and when finished,
the message is displayed.

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F Select [OK].

The display will return to the Edit mode.

• A whole folder cannot be copied or moved within the same storage

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memory.

Editing Images

This function enables you to edit recorded images. You can cut off unwanted
areas, change the image size, or rotate the display.

• Edited files are saved when the camera is switched off. You can play

Note

the edited file next time you switch the camera on.

• Editable files are still picture files, text files, and still picture and text
files with an attachment, taken with this camera.

• The edited file will be saved as a new file.

A Switch to Edit mode and select [EDIT

IMAGE].

• P.89 “Switching to Edit Mode”

See

The edit menu will be displayed.

• Cropping → P.95

• Changing the Image Size → P.95

• Rotating → P.96

• To cancel operation and return to

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the Edit mode, select .

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■ Cropping

This function enables you to crop the image by specifying the rectangular
scope. You can cut off unwanted areas when shooting and keep only the area
you want.

A Select [CROPPING].

B Touch the starting point of the

rectangle (➀) to be cropped with the
pen.

➀

C Touch the end point of the rectangle

(➁) with the pen.

The specified area will be displayed by
dashed lines.

• If you make a mistake, select

Note

[UNDO]. Repeat steps B and C.

D Select [OK].

The specified area will be cropped and the
display will return to the Edit mode.

■ Changing the Image Size

This function enables you to reduce the image size to 1/2, 1/3, 1/6 or 1/12. You
can reduce the file size and cut down the transfer time to a PC.

A Select [CHANGE SIZE].

➁

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B Select the image size (1/2, 1/3, 1/6 or

1/12) and then select [OK].

The image will be changed to the specified
size and the display will return to the Edit
mode.

● Image size

The information display when the
DISPLAY button is pressed allows
you to check the image size
changed. The image size changed
varies on the original size of the
image.

Image
size
changed

■ Rotating

This function enables you to rotate a recorded file 90 degrees to the left or to
the right on the display.

A Select [ROTATE R90 deg.] or

[ROTATE L90 deg.].

The file will be rotated at the specified angle.

Rotated 90 degrees clockwise

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Adding a Memo or Voice Memo to a File

You can add a memo or voice memo to a recorded file. There are three types
of memo: keypad memo, voice memo and pen memo.

A Switch to Edit mode and select

[MEMO].

• P.89 “Switching to Edit Memo”

See

The memo menu will be displayed.

• Adding a Keypad Memo → See below

• Adding a Voice Annotation → P.98

• Adding a Pen Memo → P.99

• To cancel operation and return to

Note

the Edit mode, select .

■ Adding a Keypad Memo

This function enables you to add a keypad memo to a file using the on-screen
keypad. It is useful for entering titles, explanations and other comments.

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Playback/Deleting

A Select [KEYPAD MEMO].

B Select and enter the memo using

the on-screen keypad.

You can input up to 40 letters.

• P.35 “Using the On-screen Keypad”

See

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C Select [SAVE].

The input keypad memo will be saved and
the display will return to the Edit mode.

• The file format for keypad memos is text (.TXT).

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■ Adding a Voice Annotation

This function enables you to add an about 10-second voice memo to a still
picture file or text file.

A Select [VOICE ANNOTATION].

● When a voice memo has already been

recorded

If a voice memo has already been recorded
for the selected file, a message will be
displayed. If you wish to record over the top,
select [OK] and record a voice memo.
To cancel recording, select [CANCEL].

B Press the shutter release button.

Recording will start. The “Recording”
message will be displayed, and
LCD panel will flash and when recording or
saving is finished, the display will return to
the Edit mode.

• Press the shutter release button again to finish recording.

Note

• The file format for voice memo is WAV (.WAV).

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on the