Sigma C21EN0291 User Manual
C21EN0291
E ENGLISH
Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera
USER’S MANUAL
This manual explains how to use SIGMA SD9 digital SLR camera.
Please refer to the SIGMA Photo Pro User Guide, which is available in the PDF
format of the supplied CD-ROM, to get information about installation of SIGMA
Photo Pro software to your computer, connection between camera and computer
and for detailed explanation of SIGMA Photo Pro software.
Thank you for purchasing
the Sigma Digital Autofocus Camera
The Sigma SD9 Digital SLR camera is a technical breakthrough! It is powered
by the Foveon® X3™ image sensor, the world’s first image sensor to capture
red, green and blue light at each and every pixel. A high-resolution digital
single-lens reflex camera, the SD9 delivers superior-quality digital images by
combining Sigma’s extensive interchangeable lens line-up with the
revolutionary Foveon X3 image sensor.
You will get the greatest performance and enjoyment from your new SD9
camera’s features by reading this instruction manual carefully before operating
it. Enjoy your new Sigma camera!
SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE SD9
Powered by Foveon X3 technology.
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Uses a lossless compression RAW data format to eliminate image deterioration,
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giving superior pictures without sacrificing original image quality.
"Sports finder" covers action outside the immediate frame.
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Dust protector keeps dust from adhering to the image sensor.
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Mirror-up mechanism and depth-of-field preview button support advanced
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photography techniques.
· Please keep this instruction booklet handy for future reference. Doing so will
allow you to understand and take advantage of the camera’s unique features at
any time.
· The warranty of this product is one year from the date of purchase. Warranty
terms and warranty card are on a separate sheet, attached. Please refer to
these materials for details.
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NOTES ON COPYRIGHT
This camera is intended only for personal use and should never be used in a way that
infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations.
In addition, although it is intended purely for personal use, some restrictions may be
applied to the photographing of demonstrations, performances, shows, exhibitions, or
commercial properties, etc. Copyright or other legal rights should not be contravened.
FOVEON is a registered trademark of Foveon, Inc. X3, and the X3 Logo are
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trademarks of Foveon, Inc.
CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.
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IBM PC/AT series computer and Microdrive are trademarks or registered trademarks
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of International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) in the U.S.A.
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
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Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Macintosh and FireWire are registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Computer
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Inc. in the U.S.A. and /or other countries.
Adobe and Photoshop are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
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All other company or product names used in documents are trademarks or registered
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trademarks of their respective holders.
PACKAGE CONTENTS / ACCESSORIES
Please make sure that following standard accessories are included with your
camera. If any of them is missing, contact the retailer from which you
urchased your camera.p
Camera Body (SD9)
①
Body Cap (on the camera)
②
Eyepiece Cup (on the camera)
③
LCD Monitor Cover
④
Strap
⑤
Finder Cap
⑥
AC Adapter (SAC-1)
⑦
AC Cable
⑧
IEEE1394 (FireWire™) Cable
⑨
USB Cable
⑩
Video Cable
⑪
SIGMA Photo Pro Disk
⑫
Instruction Manual
⑬
Warranty Card
⑭
SIGMA Limited Warranty
⑮
· No batteries or CF card are included with this camera. Please purchase batteries
and the brand and capacity CF card or that you desired separately.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS / ACCESSORIES.......................................................................... 2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................................... 5
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS............................................................................................... 8
DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS........................................................................................11
TOP LCD PANEL .............................................................................................................. 13
VIEWFINDER ................................................................................................................... 13
CONTROL DIALS ............................................................................................................. 14
BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE.............................................................. 15
PREPARATION...........................................................................................................18
ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP ................................................................................... 18
HOW TO USE THE FINDER CAP .................................................................................... 18
LOADING THE BATTERIES............................................................................................. 19
CHECKING THE BATTERY STATUS ............................................................................... 21
USING A HOME POWER SUPPLY .................................................................................. 22
MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS ....................................................................... 23
SETTING THE LANGUAGE ............................................................................................. 25
SETTING THE TIME AND DATE ...................................................................................... 26
INSERTING AND REMOVING THE CF CARD................................................................. 27
FORMATTING THE CF CARD.......................................................................................... 29
FILE NUMBERING SYSTEM............................................................................................ 30
FRAME NUMBER COUNTER .......................................................................................... 32
DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................. 34
SPORTS FINDER............................................................................................................. 34
HOLDING THE CAMERA ................................................................................................. 35
SHUTTER BUTTON ......................................................................................................... 35
SETTING THE ELECTRONIC SOUND ............................................................................ 36
BASIC OPERATION ...................................................................................................37
SELECTING THE EXPOSURE MODE.......................................................................37
P PROGRAM AE ............................................................................................................ 37
A APERTURE PRIORITY AE ......................................................................................... 39
S SHUTTER SPEED PRIORITY AE............................................................................... 40
M MANUAL EXPOSURE................................................................................................ 41
BULB SETTING ................................................................................................................ 41
FOCUSING .................................................................................................................43
HOW TO USE AUTOFOCUS............................................................................................ 43
FOCUS LOCK................................................................................................................... 45
MANUAL FOCUS.............................................................................................................. 45
OPERATION OF THE DRIVE MODE .........................................................................46
DRIVE-AREA.................................................................................................................... 46
SINGLE FRAME SHOOTING ........................................................................................... 46
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING.............................................................................................. 47
SELF TIMER..................................................................................................................... 47
MIRROR LOCK-UP .......................................................................................................... 48
ADVANCED OPERATION..........................................................................................49
SETTING THE WHITE BALANCE（WB）....................................................................... 49
SETTING THE SENSITIVITY（ISO EQUIVALENCY）.................................................... 52
SETTING THE RESOLUTION .......................................................................................... 53
SELECTING THE METERING MODE.............................................................................. 53
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AE LOCK .......................................................................................................................... 54
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION ........................................................................................ 55
AUTO BRACKETING........................................................................................................ 56
REMOTE CONTROLLER (RS-11 AND RS-21) ................................................................ 58
DEPTH-OF-FIELD PREVIEW BUTTON ......................................................................... 60
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY.................................................................................................. 61
REVIEWING, DELETING AND MODIFYING IMAGES ..............................................63
QUICK PREVIEW .......................................................................................................63
CHANGING THE QUICK PREVIEW DURATION ............................................................. 63
CHANGING THE QUICK PREVIEW STYLE .................................................................... 65
QUICK DELETE................................................................................................................ 66
REVIEWING IMAGES ................................................................................................67
VIEWING ONE IMAGE AT A TIME.................................................................................... 68
MAGNIFYING IMAGES
VIEWING NINE IMAGES AT A TIME
VIEWING IMAGES A PAGE AT A TIME
VIEWING IMAGE INFORMATION .................................................................................... 72
IMAGE INFO SCREEN FOR MAGNIFIED IMAGES......................................................... 73
HISTOGRAM .................................................................................................................... 74
OVER-EXPOSURE WARNING......................................................................................... 75
VIEWING IMAGES ON A TV............................................................................................. 76
(ZOOMED-IN VIEW)
(CONTACT SHEET VIEW)
(JUMP MODE)
.................................................................. 69
..................................... 70
.................................................... 71
DELETING IMAGES ...................................................................................................77
DELETING A SINGLE IMAGE .......................................................................................... 78
DELETING MULTIPLE IMAGES....................................................................................... 79
RECOVERING A DELETED IMAGE ................................................................................. 80
MODIFYING IMAGES.................................................................................................81
LOCKING IMAGES........................................................................................................... 82
MARKING IMAGES .......................................................................................................... 85
ROTATING IMAGES......................................................................................................... 88
USING THE OK BUTTON SHORTCUT............................................................................ 90
SHOWING A SLIDESHOW............................................................................................... 92
CHANGING SLIDESHOW SETTINGS ............................................................................. 95
CAMERA SET-UP MENU ...........................................................................................96
USING THE CAMERA SET-UP MENU............................................................................. 96
LIST OF MENU FUNCTIONS........................................................................................... 97
CAMERA INFO PAGE....................................................................................................... 99
REFERENCE .............................................................................................................100
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................... 100
MAINTENANCE.............................................................................................................. 101
CLEANING THE IMAGE SENSOR................................................................................. 101
EXPLANATION OF TERMS............................................................................................ 104
AUTO POWER OFF ....................................................................................................... 107
WARNING DISPLAYS .................................................................................................... 109
TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................................................................111
SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................113
CONNECTING YOUR CAMERA TO A COMPUTER .......................................................114
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To avoid causing damage or injury, please read this instruction manual
carefully, before using the camera.
Please take special note of the following two cautionary symbols.
Warning !!
Caution !!
This symbol denotes warning or point, where caution is required.
Symbol contains information regarding the actions that must be avoided.
Using the product and disregarding this warning sign may
ause serious injury or other dangerous results.c
Using the product disregarding this caution sign may cause
injury or damage.
WARNING (BATTERY AND AC ADAPTER)
Keep batteries in a safe place out of children’s reach. If a battery is swallowed,
call for emergency medical aid immediately.
Do not use any battery other than the designated battery types. Doing so may
cause battery explosion, battery leakage, camera damage, injury or fire.
Replace all the batteries with new ones at the same time; do not mix old
batteries with new ones. Always use fresh batteries of the same brand.
Otherwise, it might cause battery explosion, battery leakage, camera damage,
injury or fire.
Insert the batteries into the chamber according to the + and – polarity marks.
Incorrectly, placed batteries can cause battery explosion, battery leakage,
camera damage, injury or fire.
Never disassemble, short circuit, heat batteries or put batteries into fire. Ignoring
this warning may cause battery explosion, battery leakage, injury or fire.
Please do not try to charge non-rechargeable batteries; doing this causes
battery explosion, battery leakage, camera damage, injury or fire.
If for some reason, camera or batteries emit smoke, or overheating or the smell
of burning is detected, remove the batteries, taking care to avoid being burned,
Take the camera to the retailer where you bought it, or to an authorized Sigma
service station.
Please follow all guidelines, rules and regulations of your community regarding
the disposal of batteries.
If you do not use the camera for a long period of time, remove the batteries.
Do not use any AC adapter other than the one provided with your camera.
Using other brands may cause electrical shock and fire
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The AC adapter is designed for use with this product only. Do not use it with any
other appliance. Doing so may cause overheating, fire, electric shock or injury.
If this adapter is emitting smoke, generating a strange odor or making an
abnormal noise, while in use, disconnect the power plug from the outlet
immediately. Otherwise, fire or electric shock may result.
If water or a foreign object gets into the adapter, unplug from the AC outlet
immediately. It could cause fire or electric shock.
Do not attempt to modify or disassemble this product. Doing so can cause fire or
electric shock.
Do not place any heavy objects on the power cord, or pull it, bend it unduly, or
heat it. It could damage the cord, and could cause fire or electric shock.
Do not use this product with AC voltage other than the specified power supply
voltage (AC100V - 240V). Doing so could cause fire or electric shock.
Use a safety approved AC power cord as is specified by each country.
WARNING (CAMERA)
Never use your camera in an environment where flammable or burnable, gas,
liquids or chemicals, exist, such as Propane, Gasoline, etc.
Keep the camera in a safe place that children cannot reach. Playing with the
camera strap around one’s neck can cause strangulation.
Do not disassemble the camera; it can cause electric shocks and burns.
Do not touch internal parts of the camera that become exposed as a result of
damage, it could cause fire or electric shock. Remove the batteries and contact
an authorized Sigma service station.
After attaching a lens, do not look directly at the sun, through the viewfinder.
Doing so can cause damage to the eye or loss of eyesight.
Do not look at the sun with the lens of your camera; otherwise you can lose your
eyesight.
Keep the camera away from moisture or water. If you drop your camera/lens in
water, please contact the retailer where you purchased the camera, or a service
station immediately. If you use the camera with this condition it can cause
electric shock or fire.
Prevent water, or metallic and other conductive objects from coming into contact
with the terminals of Camera Body. This can result in electric shock, overheating
and fire.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not pull the AC power cord when disconnecting the AC adapter from the
AC outlet. It could cause fire or electric shock due to damaged cord. Always
take hold of the moulded AC plug when unplugging it from the outlet.
Do not cover the AC adapter with cloth, cushions, etc. It could cause
excessive heat, deform the case, and cause fire.
When this AC adapter is not being used, unplug it from the socket to ensure
safety.
Do not aim your lens or camera & lens combinations toward the sun; light
entering through the lens could cause concentrate-light phenomenon, and
fire.
CAUTION (AC ADAPTER)
CAUTION (CAMERA)
Please do not carry your camera while a tripod is attached, as this could
result in injury or a fall.
Please do not grasp the camera with wet hand, as it might cause electric
shock
Do not leave the camera in a hot place or in a car parked in the sun. If the
camera becomes hot, it might cause burns to the skin.
If the liquid crystal display (LCD) monitor becomes damaged, be careful of
the fragments of glass. This could lead to injury. Moreover, if the liquid inside
the LCD monitor leaks out, and you are faced with the following situations,
please follow the directions below.
n If the liquid adheres to clothes or the skin, please wash away with soap
immediately.
n If the liquid enters the eye, flush the affected eye with clean water
immediately for 15minutes and seek medical assistance.
n If the liquid is swallowed, drink large quantity of water, induce vomiting and
seek medical assistance.
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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Please read this section before using the camera.
Study and familiarize yourself with the functions of your camera before
using it. No compensation or guarantee is provided for unsatisfactory
pictures or loss of profit, etc.
Carry spare batteries when you use the camera in a cold environment, on
a field trip, or when taking many pictures at one time.
Do not use this camera with any external flash unit other than Sigma Flash
EF-500 DG SUPER or EF-500 DG ST, which have special contact pins on
the hot shoe. The flash units are offered as optional accessories. Other
brands of external flash units may damage the camera’s circuit boards or
may not function properly.
ENVIRONMENT
Your camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to physical shock.
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This camera is not waterproof, and cannot be used underwater. Wipe off any water
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droplets with a dry cloth as soon as possible. If the camera gets really wet,
promptly consult your nearest Sigma Service Center.
Do not leave the camera in a dusty, hot, or highly humid environment for a long
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period of time.
If the camera is moved from a cold place to a warm room, water droplets may
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appear on the camera. Please keep the camera in a bag until it is acclimatized to
the ambient room temperature.
The camera will work within a temperature range between 0˚C/32˚F and
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+40˚C/104˚F and humidity less than 80% (no condensation). However, in cold
temperatures below 0˚C, the power performance of the battery reduced. Please
carry a spare battery in these circumstances and keep the batteries warm.
Static electricity or magnetic fields, may effect the operation of the camera. If such
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exposure occurs, please remove the battery from the camera and re-insert it, to
reset the camera’s microprocessors.
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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
HOW TO STORE THE CAMERA
If you intend to store the camera for a long time, remove the batteries.
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To avoid growth of fungus, store the camera and lens in a dry, cool and ventilated
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place with a drying agent such as silica gel. Keep your equipment away from
chemicals.
NOTE ON THE TFT COLOR LCD MONITOR
A few pixels may always be lit or may never light on the LCD monitor. This is not a
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failure or malfunction. Images recorded with the camera will not be affected.
Excessive rubbing of, pushing on or impact to the LCD monitor may cause failure.
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Because of the normal physical characteristics of the liquid crystal, the reaction of
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the display may become slow at low temperatures. Moreover, the display may
become dark at high temperature, but it will return to normal at room temperature.
NOTES ON CF CARD AND MICRODRIVE
Although CF card is resistant to vibration compared to a hard disk and it is the optimal
recording medium for a digital camera, however the effects of strong shock, static
electricity or magnetism, may cause the data memorized by the CF card to be lost.
Microdrive
and magnetism, may cause data loss and might damage the Microdrive main
component. Therefore, careful handling is required and caution is required especially
during the writing, and reading-out of data.
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TM
(trademark of IBM Corp.) is a hard disk. Shock, vibration, static electricity,
Do not leave the CF card or Microdrive in direct sunlight or near a heating device.
Avoid storing CF cards and Microdrives in environments of high temperature and
humidity or where static electricity or electromagnetic fields may be generated
For proper usage of the CF card and Microdrive, please refer to their instruction
manuals.
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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
NOTES ON THE TFT COLOR LCD MONITOR COVER
A cover is provided to protect the TFT Color LCD Monitor of the SD9 from dirt and
scratches. Before operating your camera or taking pictures, please remove the TFT
Color LCD Monitor cover.
Even if the TFT Color LCD Monitor cover is attached to the camera, the following
operations are still possible.
1． Normal photography
2．Deleting the last image（P. 6 6
）
TO REMOVE THE TFT COLOR LCD
MONITOR COVER
Pull up the projecting lip at the lower edge of
the cover, unclip and remove it.
TO ATTACH THE TFT COLOR LCD
MONITOR COVER
Inset the upper tabs of the LCD monitor cover
into the two holes in along the upper part of
the LCD monitor. Push the lower part in until it
clicks.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS
1
2
3
4
5
6
11
12
7
8
9
10
21
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
22
23
24
25
15
26
27
28
29
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DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
1. DUST PROTECTOR
2. LENS MOUNT
3. LENS RELEASE BUTTON
4. BATTERY COVER
5.
POWER PACK CONNECTION COVER
6. TRIPOD SOCKET
7.
DEPTH-OF-FIELD PREVIEW BUTTON
8. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
9. CONNECTOR COVER
10. BATTERY LATCH
11. D-DIAL（DRIVE DIAL
12. METERING MODE BUTTON
13. FUNCTION BUTTON
14. AF MODE BUTTON
15. CAMERA STRAP EYELET
16. RESOLUTION BUTTON
17. ISO BUTTON
18. EYEPIECE CUP
19. DIOPTER ADJUSTER
20. HOT SHOE
21. S-DIAL（SHUTTER DIAL
）
）
22. C-DIAL（COMMAND DIAL
23. SHUTTER BUTTON
24. TOP LCD PANEL
25. RELEASE SOCKET
26. CF CARD COVER
27.
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION BUTTON
28. AE LOCK BUTTON
29. MODE SELECTOR
30. MAIN MENU BUTTON
31. VIEW BUTTON
32. INFORMATION BUTTON
33. MODIFY MENU BUTTON
34. DELETE BUTTON
35. COLOR LCD MONITOR
36. CF CARD BUSY LIGHT
37.＋/− CONTROLLER
38. COVER RELEASE LEVER
39. 4-WAY CONTROLLER
40. CANCEL BUTTON
41. OK BUTTON
）
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TOP LCD PANEL
SOUND SETTING
SHUTTER SPEED
COUNTER
SENSITIVITY
／
AUTO BRACKETING
SENSITIVITY SETTING
EXPOSURE METER
RESOLUTION
VIEWFINDER
APERTURE VALUE
METERING MODE
REMOTE CONTROL
AF MODE
BATTERY INDICATORS
AUTO WHITE
BALANCE
CENTER AREA METERING
FLASH INDICATOR
FOCUS INDICATOR
SHUTTER SPEED
AUTO FOCUS FRAME
EXPOSURE METER
AUTO BRACKETING
APERTURE VALUE
AE LOCK INDICATOR
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CONTROL DIALS
D-DIAL
AUTO BRACKETING
MIRROR LOCK-UP
SELF-TIMER (2s)
SELF-TIMER (10s)
CONTINUOUS
HOOTINGS
SINGLE FRAME
SHOOTING
POWER OFF
S-DIAL / MODE SELECTOR㻃
DRIVE AREA
MANUAL EXPOSURE
SETTING
SHUTTER SPEED
PRIORITY AE
APERTURE
PRIORITY AE
PROGRAM AE
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BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE
The SD9 camera has many advanced features. This section, describes basic
camera operation. You can find more details in following sections.
Load the batteries (P.19)
Be sure the batteries are oriented correctly.
Incorrect positioning of the poles may damage
the camera.
The AC adapter and AC cable can be used with
a household power supply. (P. 2 2 )
Mount the lens (P.23)
Align the red mark on the camera’s lens mount
with the red dot on the lens. Insert the lens into
the mount of the camera, and rotate the lens
clockwise until it clicks into the locked position.
Remove the LCD monitor cover (P.10)
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BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE
Set the language (P.25)
Set the date and time (P.26)
Loading the Compact-Flash Card (P.27)
Slide the cover release button and open the CF
card cover. Position the CF card label facing
toward you as shown in the illustration and push
the CF card gently all the way into the slot. (*The
eject button pops out)
Close the CF card cover until it clicks shut.
Turn the “D”-dial to the
□
frame shooting) position.（P. 4 6
(single
）
Set the AF/MF switch on the lens to the
AF position. (P.43)
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BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE
Select the exposure mode
Set the “Mode”-Selector toP “Program AE”
position
Focus
Compose the subject on the Focusing Screen in
the viewfinder, and then press the shutter button
“Half-way” to activate exposure metering and
autofocus.
（
P. 4 3
）
（
P. 3 7
）
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Take a picture
Press the shutter button “All-the way-down” to
take a picture
Review the image.（P. 6 3
The image is displayed for 2 seconds on the
LCD monitor.
）
This section describes necessary preparations before using the camera.
ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP
1
Undo the strap end.
2
Thread the Finder Cap onto the strap.
3
Attach the carry strap as shown.
HOW TO USE THE FINDER CAP
When using the self-timer or remote control,
cover the viewfinder eyepiece with the Finder
Cap, to prevent stray light from entering the
camera.
1
Remove the eyecup from the viewfinder.
2
Attach the Finder Cap onto the viewfinder.
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LOADING THE BATTERIES
The SD9 uses two sets of batteries. Make sure that both sets of batteries are in
place before using the camera.
LOADING THE LITHIUM BATTERIES
Two CR123A or two DL123A ; for mechanical operation of the camera
（
Be sure that the “D”-dial is set to the OFF position. Then use a coin or similar
1
object to turn the battery cover lock to the OPEN position.
）
Insert the lithium batteries into the chamber according to the + and – marks as
2
indicated.
Close the battery cover and turn the battery-cover lock to the CLOSE position.
3
INSERTING AND REMOVING THE 4 AA OR 2 LITHIUM CR-V3 BATTERIES
Two Lithium CR-V3 Battery or 4pcs”AA” type battery for the operation of
（
camera by color LCD monitor
）
TO INSERT THE BATTERIES
Be sure to set the “D” –Dial to the OFF
1
position. Turn the battery latch in the direction
of the arrow to unlock and then pull out the
battery case.
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LOADING THE BATTERIES
AA Type
CR-V3
Insert the batteries as indicated on the battery compartment.
2
Insert the battery case into the camera; turn the battery latch to the opposite
3
position to lock.
n AA Type Batteries that can be used with SD9 Camera; Alkaline Dry Cell Batteries,
Ni-Mh “Nickel-Metal Hydride”, Nickel Zinc Primary Batteries.
n This camera cannot be used for battery charging. Use only the recommended
chargers of the battery makers, when you use Ni-Mh “Nickel-Metal Hydride”
Batteries.
WARNING!!
· Always use same battery type and do not mix battery types. Avoid using
following battery combinations.
CR-3V and “AA” type battery combination.
①
Alkaline Dry Cell Battery and Ni-Mh, and other battery type combinations.
②
Using the same type but different brands.
③
Do not mix the old batteries with new ones, replace them at the same time.
④
· While CF Card busy light is on, please do not remove the batteries. Doing so can
result data loss. Moreover, Camera, CF card and Microdrive may be damaged.
TO REMOVE THE BATTERIES
When you remove the batteries from the battery
case, please remove, as shown in the illustration.
Pulling up the lever, facilities removal.
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CHECKING THE BATTERY STATUS
When “D”-dial is set to drive area (p.14), the battery icon, which shows the
capacity of the battery, is shown on the top LCD panel. The remaining battery
power of CR123A (DL123A) and CR-V3 (or AA type) is displayed separately.
Explanations of the symbols are given as follows.
CR-V3
or
AA Type Batteries
CR123A
or
DL123A
Battery Status
The battery strength is sufficient.
The battery level is low and the battery will
need to be changed soon.
The power of the battery is insufficient,
replace the battery immediately.
AUTO POWER OFF
To conserve the batteries, the camera has several power-saving features. After six
seconds of non-operation certain camera systems automatically shut down: the
shutter speed and aperture value disappear from the top LCD panel, the display in
the viewfinder turns off, and some buttons no longer work (however, it is still be
possible to review images or change menu settings on the color LCD monitor). Press
the shutter button halfway to reactivate the camera. To prevent the shutter from being
accidentally released, turn the D-dial to the OFF position whenever the camera is
not in use.
Additionally, if the color LCD monitor is not used for a set amount of time, the camera
goes into a low-power mode. The VIEW and MENU buttons are not active when the
camera is in low-power mode. This feature prevents the color LCD from being
accidentally turned on and draining the batteries while the camera is not being used.
To reactivate the VIEW and MENU buttons, press the shutter button halfway. For
more information see p.107.
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USING A HOME POWER SUPPLY
You can power the camera from a wall outlet using the provided AC Adapter (SAC-1). When using your camera for an extended period of time or reviewing
the pictures or connecting the camera to a computer, we recommend that you
operate the camera from a household power outlet.
Plug and wall socket types may vary
depending on country.
1
Connnect AC cable to the AC adapter.
①
2
Connect the plug of the AC adapter to the camera.②,
③
3
Insert the plug of the AC cable into a wall socket.
When you finish using, please disconnect the plug from the wall socket.
When using the SD9 with AC power supply, the battery icon shows the symbol full,
regardless the power level of the batteries. If you start to operate the camera with
batteries the display will change and will show the remaining power level of the
batteries.
WARNING!!
④
· While CF card busy light is on, please do not change the power supply by any
means. Doing so can result data lost. Moreover, Camera, CF card and a
microdrive may be damaged.
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MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS
The SD9 camera use SA type inside and outside bayonet mount (SA-IB and
SA-OB) respectively.
1
Make sure to turn the “D”-Dial to OFF position
(Power Off position)
2
Remove the Camera’s body cap and the lens’
rear cap.
3
Align the red mark on the Camera’s mount with
red dot on the lens. Insert the lens into the
mount of the camera, and rotate the lens
clockwise until it clicks into the locked position.
CAUTION !!
· To ensure proper connection, please do not press the lens lock button while
mounting the lens.
· The SD9 camera contains an Dust Protector, located just behind the camera
mount. Dust Protector is a very delicate device, be careful not to cause any
scratch on its surface. Touching or pushing it with your fingers can easily
damage it. If there is dirt and dust on it, please refer to Maintenance part of your
manual (P.101).
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MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS
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To remove the lens, press the lens lock button
and turn the lens counter–clockwise until it stops.
Gently remove the lens from the camera body.
CAUTION !!
· On the mount surface of the lens, there are a number of electric contacts. Please
keep them clean to ensure proper connection. To avoid damaging them, be sure
to place the lens with its front end down when it is off the Camera.
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SETTING THE LANGUAGE
Camera menus and messages appearing on the color LCD monitor can be
displayed in either English, Japanese, German or French. You should receive
the SD9 camera pre-set to English, however, if necessary, you can change the
camera language yourself.
1
Make sure the camera is turned on.
2
Press the
the camera to display the Camera Set-up Menu.
(See P. 9 6 )
＜
3
Use the
controller to select “Language”.
＜
MENU＞button on the back of
／
arrows on the 4-way
＞
4
Press the
sub-menu.
＜
arrow or
＞
＜
OK
to open
＞
5
Use the
controller to select desired language.
Language options are English, Japanese,
German and French.
＜
／
arrows on the 4-way
＞
6
Press the
setting or the
close sub-menu without making any changes.
＜
arrow or
＞
＜＞
＜
arrow or
＜
OK
to apply the
＞
CANCEL
＞
to
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SETTING THE TIME AND DATE
The SD9 camera records the date and time when each image is captured and stores
this information with the image. To ensure that the correct information is recorded with
each image, set the camera’s internal clock to the correct date and time before using
the camera for the first time or after extended periods of disuse.
1
Make sure the camera is turned on.
2
Press the
the camera to display the Camera Set-up Menu.
(See P. 96 )
＜
3
Use the
controller to select “Date/Time…”.
＜ ／ ＞
4
Press the
open the date/time set-up page.
＜
MENU
＞
＞
arrows on the 4-way
arrow or the
button on the back of
＜
OK＞ to
5
Use the
controller to select a setting and use the
arrows to cycle through the setting options.
＜ ／ ＞
arrows on the 4-way
／
＜
6
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Once all changes have been made, press
OK
menu.
· Press
the date/time set-up page without saving any of
the changes.
to save the settings and return to the main
＞
CANCEL＞ at any time to close
＜
＜
· The date can be displayed in one of three formats: mm/dd/yyyy (month/day/year),
dd/mm/yyyy (day/month/year), or yyyy/mm/day (year/month/day).
· The camera’s internal clock is powered by a capacitor that receives its charge from
both sets of batteries. If the camera is without batteries for an extended period of
time, such as after prolonged storage, the internal clock will need to be reset.
· The date and time on the SD9 camera can be synchronized to your computer by
using the “Set Date and Time…” option in the Camera menu of SIGMA Photo Pro
software (See SIGMA Photo Pro Manual provided on the CD-ROM).
＞
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INSERTING AND REMOVING THE CF CARD
The SD9 camera uses CompactFlash™ (CF) cards to store images. The
camera supports both Type I and Type II CF cards, including Microdrives.
TO INSERT THE CF CARD
1
Set the “D”-Dial to the OFF position.
2
Slide the cover release lever downward until the
CF card cover pops open.
3
Position the CF card label facing toward you and
insert the CF card smoothly in the direction of
the arrow as far as it can go into the slot.
· The eject button will pop out slightly.
4
Close the CF card cover until it clicks shut.
TIP
It may be necessary to format the CF card before use. (See P.29)·
Approximate number of images (256MB Card)
256MB
HI 2268 x 1512 pixels 32
MED 1512 x 1008 pixels 54
LOW 1134 x 756 pixels 102
These figures are based on estimated file size created under standard shooting
◆
conditions. Actual totals may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions,
shooting mode, CF Card brand and model.
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INSERTING AND REMOVING THE CF CARD
TO REMOVE THE CF CARD
1
Set the “D”-Dial to the OFF position.
· Make sure that the CF card busy light is off
before continuing.
2
Slide the cover release lever downward until the
CF card cover pops open.
3
Press the eject button to eject the CF card.
4
Remove the CF card and close cover until it
clicks shut.
CAUTION !!
· Never open the CF card cover or remove the CF card while the camera is on.
· Never do any of the following while the CF Card busy light is on. (The CF card
busy light indicates when the camera is writing, reading, or erasing images from
the CF card. Doing any of the following may cause image data to be lost or
corrupted.)
Do not open the CF card cover or remove the CF card.
①
Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries.
②
Do not apply shocks or vibrations to the camera.
③
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· If the “D”-Dial is set to the OFF position while the CF Card busy light is on, the
camera will remain on until it is done processing images or accessing the CF
card.
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FORMATTING THE CF CARD
New CF cards must be formatted before use. Additionally, cards with corrupt
or incompatible file systems may need to be formatted before use.
TO FORMAT THE CF CARD
1
Make sure the camera is turned on.
2
Press the
the camera to display the Camera Set-up Menu.
(See P. 9 6 )
＜
MENU
button on the back of
＞
3
Use
＜
／
to select “Format CF Card…”.
arrows on the 4-way controller
＞
4
Press
confirmation dialog.
＜
arrow or
＞
＜
OK
to open the
＞
5
Press
CANCEL
without formatting the card.
＜
OK
to format the CF card or
＞
to close the confirmation dialog
＞
＜
CAUTION !!
· Formatting erases all card contents, including locked SD9 images and all
non-SD9 files. Review card contents carefully before formatting. The card usage
graphic on the formatting page will indicate how much space on the CF card is
being taken up by SD9 images and other files.
TIP
· Cards formatted in other cameras or devices may not operate correctly in the
SD9 camera or may have reduced capacity. To store the maximum number of
SD9 images, format the CF card in the SD9 camera before use.
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