TOSHIBA PDR-4300 Instruction Manual

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For customers in the U.S.A.

FCC Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  Change the direction of the radio or TV antenna.

Move the equipment or the radio or TV. For example, if the equipment is to the right of the TV, move it to the left of the TV. Or, move the equipment farther away from the radio or TV.

 Plug the equipment into a different outlet. Don’t plug your radio or TV into the same circuit as your equipment.  Ensure that all expansion slots (on the back or side of the equipment) are covered.

Also, ensure that all metal retaining brackets are tightly attached to the equipment.

 If these suggestions don’t help, consult your equipment dealer or experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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CAUTION

If you modify the camera in any way, without getting approval from Toshiba Corporation, your camera may violate FCC regulations. Violation of FCC regulations may cause the FCC to void your right to use the modified camera.

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TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC.

Imaging Systems Division

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9740 Irvine Boulevard,

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Irvine, California 92618-1697 Phone Number: (800)288-1354

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For customers in Canada

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CAUTION

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Before Reading This Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Toshiba PDR-4300 Digital Still Camera. To ensure that you use this camera safely and correctly, read this Instruction Manual carefully before you start using the camera. Once you have finished reading this Instruction Manual, keep it handy at all times.

Trademark Information

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of the Microsoft Corporation of the U.S. registered in the USA and other countries.

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is a trademark .

Conventions Used In This Manual

• Indicates items or details that you should observe to prevent loss of data, malfunction and impaired performance. Also indicates information relating to specifications and functions.

• Indicates extra useful information.

Other companies or product names are trademarks

or registered trademarks of the respective companies.

)Indicates another page to refer to for extra

information.

Notes on Copyright

Images taken with digital still cameras are for personal enjoyment only and should not be used, indicated, distributed or exhibited, etc. otherwise without the permission of the copyright holder as per copyright aws. Note that photographing some performances, exhibitions, etc., is restricted, even when photographs are taken for personal enjoyment. In addition, the transfer of memory cards (SD memory cards, etc.) containing copyrighted images and files is limited to purposes within the range permitted by copyright laws.

Software version upgrade

For better use, the firmware of the camera may be upgraded after shipment. The methods of version upgrade are available in our website.

)Global Contacts . page 134.

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Safety Precautions

Read these safety precautions carefully before using the PDR-4300. These instructions contain valuable information on safe and proper use that will prevent harm and damage to the operator and other persons. Make sure that you fully understand the following details (indications) before proceeding to the main descriptions in

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Indication definitions

Graphic symbol definitions

Indication Meaning

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This indicates the existence of an imminent hazard that death or catastrophic bodily injury*1

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may result from improper use.

This indicates the existence of a hazard that death or catastrophic bodily injury*1 may result from

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improper use.

This indicates the existence of a hazard that bodily injury*2 or

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property damage*3 may result from improper use.

*1 “Catastrophic bodily injury” means loss of eyesight, burns (high and low temperatured), shock, fracture, poisoning, etc. which leaves a sequela and require

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hospitalization or prolonged treatment.

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*2 “Bodily injury” means injuries, burns, and shock which does not require hospitalization or prolonged treatment. *3 “Property damage” means extended harm to home,

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household effects, domesticated animals, and pets.

Graphic symbol Meaning

Indicates a prohibited action that must not be carried out. The actual prohibited action is indicated in the symbol or nearby graphically or described in text.

Indicates a necessary action that must be carried out.

The actual necessary action is indicated in the symbol or nearby graphically or described in text.

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Exemption Clauses

Toshiba Corporation bears no responsibility for any damages or losses arising from earthquakes, fire or any other act of God, acts by third parties, misuse by the user or use under extreme operating conditions. Toshiba Corporation bears no responsibility for incidental damages (lost profit, suspension of business activities, corruption or loss of the memory contents, etc.)arising from the use of or the inability to use this unit.  Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the incorrect use not in compliance with instructions in this instruction manual.  Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from malfunctions arising from combination with equipment or software that is not related to Toshiba Corporation.  Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from repair or modifications made by the user or cause to be made by the user and carried out by an unauthorized third party.  Toshiba’s liability, with the exception of a deliberate act or gross negligence by Toshiba, shall not exceed the purchase price of the product in any circumstances.

Do not heat, disassemble or throw the batteries into fire or water.

Doing might cause them to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury.

Do not strike the batteries with a hammer, or step on, drop or subject the batteries to strong impact.

Doing so might cause them to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury.

Use the batteries only for its originally intended purpose.

Using the batteries for any other purpose might cause it to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury.

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Should you ever notice smoke, a strange odor or excessive heat coming from the camera, immediately turn OFF the power and

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remove the batteries and AC adapter.

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Continued use in this state might cause fire, electric shock or burns. For details on repair, consult the store of purchase, or please contact the technical support number.

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If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, immediately turn the power OFF and remove the

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batteries and AC adapter.

Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. For details on repair, consult the store of purchase, or please contact the technical

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If the camera has fallen or its case is damaged, immediately turn the

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and AC adapter.

Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. For details on repair, consult the store of purchase, or please contact the technical

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Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.

This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over.

Do not use in areas near water.

This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain, snow, on the beach or near the shore.

Do not use the camera in the bath or shower.

This might cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not allow metallic objects or other flammable foreign matter inside the camera.

This might cause a fire or electric shock. Do not open the SD Memory Card cover, and insert or allow such objects to fall inside.

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Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.

This might cause fire or electric shock. For details on repair and internal inspection, consult the store of purchase, or please contact the technical support number.

Do not touch power or TV antenna cords during a thunderstorm.

This might cause electric shock.

Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a motorcycle.

This might cause you to fall over or result in a traffic accident.

Use only the specified batteries or the specified AC adapter.

Use of a battery or AC adapter other than specified, might cause fire, defects or malfunctions.

Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.

If a child swallows a battery, this might result in poisoning. If a child swallows a battery, immediately consult a physician.

If battery fluid enters the eyes, immediately rinse with fresh water and consult with a physician to receive treatment.

If left untreated, damage to the eye could be permanent.

Use power supply that applies to the rating indicated on the AC cord.

Use of power supply other than the rating indicated on the AC cord might cause fire or electric shock.

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If you want to use the camera on an airplane, consult with the airline and follow their instructions.

Use of this camera is sometimes restricted due

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Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky or dusty places.

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This might cause fire or electric shock.

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Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise significantly, such as inside a car.

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This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.

Do not wrap the camera or place it in

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cloth or blankets.

This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire. Use the camera in a well-ventilated place.

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Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.

Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire or electric shock.

Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impact.

This might cause fire, electric shock or malfunctions.

Before you carry out maintenance on the camera, remove the battery and AC adapter.

Leaving these attached might cause electric shock.

Remove the batteries and AC adapter if you plan not to use the camera for a long time.

This might cause fire.

Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or -) of the terminals.

Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage the surrounding areas.

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Do not charge the supplied batteries.

Doing so might cause them to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury.

Do not leave dead or exhausted batteries in the camera.

Doing so might cause them to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire, major injury or damaging the camera.

Do not use different types of batteries together, or mix old and new batteries.

Doing so might cause them to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury or damaging the camera.

Do not walk around with the camera swinging from the shoulder strap.

If you walk around with the camera hanging from your hand through the shoulder strap, the camera might come into contact to other people and cause injury, or damage to the camera or other objects.

Do not look at the sun through the camera viewfinder.

This may cause injury of the eyes.

Do not use the flash close to anyone’s eyes.

This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.

Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.

If the LCD monitor is impacted, the glass on the screen may be broken and internal fluid may leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your body or clothes, immediately rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid enters your eyes, immediately consult a physician to receive treatment.

Consult your dealer regarding the internal cleaning of the camera once every two years.

If dust is allowed to accumulate inside the camera for a long time, this might result in fire or defects. Consult your dealer regarding the cleaning costs.

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Notes On Handling Your Camera

When you use your camera, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions from page 4 onwards

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zAvoid using or storing the camera in the following places:

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 Places subject to humidity, dust and dirt  Places subject to direct sunlight  Places subject to high or low temperature  Places filled with highly flammable gas  Places near gasoline, benzene or paint thinner  Places subject to strong vibrations  Places subject to smoke or steam  Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as electric motors, transformers or magnets)  Places contacting chemicals such as pesticides or next to rubber or vinyl products for long periods

zDo not expose the camera to sand or dust.

The PDR-4300 is particularly sensitive to sand and dust. If the camera comes into contact with sand or dust, not only will the camera become damaged, it will also no longer be repairable. Pay special attention when using the camera at the beach or where sand or dust is likely to be present.

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Due to a sudden change in temperature, such as when you move the camera from a cold location to a warm one, water droplets (condensation) may form on the inside of the camera or on the lens. When this occurs, switch the camera OFF, and wait an hour before using the camera. Condensation may also form on

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the SD Memory Card. If this happens, remove the SD Memory Card, wipe off any condensation and wait a short time before using it again.

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z Carrying Out Maintenance on Your Camera

 To prevent the lens, surface of the LCD monitor or viewfinder from being scratched, blow off

any dust from these parts with a blower brush and lightly wipe with a soft dry cloth.

 Clean the body of the camera with a soft dry cloth. Do not use volatile liquids such as paint

thinner, benzene or insecticide, as these may react with the camera body and cause deformation or remove the coating.

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Notes On Batteries

To extend the use of the camera, we strongly recommend that you only use the following types of

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batteries:

• Nickel Metal Hydride [NiMh] (Extended Life, Rechargeable)

• Lithium (Extended Life, Not Rechargeable)

Battery performance in general (especially Alkaline) may vary depending on individual brand, length of storage

since manufacture, temperature, and operating mode of the digital camera, such as play back using LCD and

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strobe. Low temperatures (50 degrees Fahrenheit/10 degrees Celsius or below) can also affect the performance of the battery and decrease the number of pictures taken when compared to picture taking in warmer conditions.

The supplied Alkaline batteries are only for operation check when you buy your camera, so the battery life may

be short.

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The use of manganese type batteries is not suitable for this product due to the low number of pictures that can

be taken with this type of battery.

When the camera is not in use for an extended period, please remove the batteries from the camera to extend

battery life, and to prevent damage such as battery leakage. (Once the batteries have been removed from the

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When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the

warnings and cautions indicated on the battery.

Failure to do this might cause battery to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire, major injury or damaging the camera.

z About Battery Use

 Do not use batteries other than that specified.  Do not insert batteries in the wrong direction.  Do not charge, heat, open, or short-circuit the batteries. Do not throw batteries into fire.  Do not charge the supplied batteries.  When using rechargeable batteries, follow the instructions for the batteries and the charger for safe handling.

(This camera can not charge the rechargeable batteries.)

 Do not leave dead or exhausted batteries in the camera.  Do not use different types of batteries together, or mix old and new batteries.  Do not remove the batteries immediately after a prolonged use of the camera, as they may have become

heated. Neglecting the above may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in burns or injury. If your fingers or clothes come into contact with the battery acid, wash them immediately. If your eyes come in contact with battery acid, wash them and immediately consult your doctor.

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Notes On Handling the AC Adapter

Be sure to use only the specified AC adapter (PDR-AC20) (sold separately). Using a different AC adapter

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might cause the camera to malfunction. When you use the AC adapter, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions from page 4 onwards and the notes described below.

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 Be sure that you do not allow the AC adapter to contact any other metal object as this might cause a

short circuit.

 To connect the AC adapter, firmly insert the plug on the end of the cable into the DC IN 5V terminal. Do

not insert the plug into other terminals. This might cause the camera to malfunction.

 Before you disconnect the connector cable, turn the camera OFF and then disconnect the cable holding

it by its plug. Do not disconnect the connector cable by pulling the actual cable.

 Do not drop the AC adapter or subject it to strong impacts.  Do not use the AC adapter in very hot and humid locations.  Do not plug in the AC adapter while you are using the battery. Switch the camera OFF first.  The AC adapter is for indoor use only.  Use only the specified AC adapter. Do not use other AC adapters.  The AC adapter may sometimes become warm during use. This is normal and not a malfunction.  Buzzing or whirring noises may come from inside the camera. This is normal and not a malfunction.  Do not use the AC adapter near a radio as it could interfere with radio signal reception.  If you remove the battery or AC adapter while the camera is in operation, the date may be lost from

memory. If this happens, reset the date.

• Use the power supply indicated on the supplied AC cord. When using power supply other than the displayed voltage in other countries/region, please purchase the AC cord that applies to the standard of the country/region.

• The AC adapter can be used with 100V to 240V.

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The Function Map

There are various ways you can take photographs on the PDR-4300, by using the settings provided by the camera itself or by adjusting the settings to suit your particular photographic requirements. In addition to photographic functions, the PDR-4300 is provided with other handy functions. We suggest that you look at the function map below before you start using the PDR-4300.

Read these pages first

• Let’s get ready to use PDR-4300(P.19-P.40)

STEP 4 – Setting the modes in more detail to make

your photographs turn out more as you intended

Let’s learn about basic operation

• Turning the Power ON(P.36)

• Photography(P.44)

• Playing back photography images(P.88)

• Erasing Images(P.95)

• Setting Image Size and Quality(P.47)

• Taking Shots with the Priority Given to Aperture(P.69)

• Taking Shots with the Priority Given to Shutter

Speed(P.71)

• Extended Exposure Photography(P.74)

• Compensation Exposure(P.75)

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STEP 1 – Taking photography(P.44) STEP 2 – Leaving camera setting up to your camera

(P.50)

• Automatic Exposure Bracketing (AEB

Photography)(P.77)

• Taking Photos Continuously(P.78)

• Setting White Balance(P.64)

• The camera automatically adjusts the focus and

exposure settings.(P.51)

• Taking Portrait Shots(P.53)

• Taking Landscape Shots(P.53)

• Taking Shots of Portraits at Night(P.54)

• Taking Continuous Shots of Moving Objects(P.55)

STEP 3 – Utilizing the various photography modes

• Zoom Photography(P.56)

• Focus Photography(P.58)

• Photography Using the Self-timer(P.59)

Playing back your photographed images

STEP 1 – Let’s playback some images(P.88) STEP 2 – Selecting the various ways to play back

images

• Playing back movies(P.89)

• Enlarging Photographed Images(P.92)

• Auto Playback(P.93)

• Simple Movie Playback(P.94)

• Displaying Detailed Information of Images(P.117)

• Photography Using the Flash(P.60)

• Making movies(P.81)

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Erasing images

STEP 1 – Erasing Images(P.95) STEP 2 – Other ways to erase images

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• Erasing Folders(P.97)

• Formatting SD Memory Card(P.99)

Setting the basic camera settings

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• Setting the Date and Time(P.113)

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• Formatting SD Memory Card(P.99)

• Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness(P.86)

• Switching LCD Monitor Display (P.118)

• Turning the LCD Monitor Display OFF (P.118)

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• Turning the Beep OFF (P.112)

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• Setting the Color of Images(Color/Black and White/Sepia)(P.84)

• Changing the Power OFF Time(P.112)

• Changing the LCD Monitor Display Language(P.113)

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-The PDR-4300 also has lots of other features-

• Protecting Images (P.108)

• Changing the size of Images(P.100)

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• Print Information (P.104)

• Displaying Detailed Information of Images (P.117)

• Switching LCD Monitor Display(P.118)

• Taking and Playing Back Photographs on a TV(P.119)

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• All OSD images used in this Instruction Manual are in English.

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Contents

The name in parentheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-4300 Preface

Preface

Attention..............................................................

Before Reading This Manual...............................

Safety Precautions...............................................

Using Your Camera Correctly ...............................

Notes On Handling Your Camera.......................

Notes On Batteries.............................................

Notes On Handling Batteries..............................

Notes On Handling the AC Adapter....................

The Function Map................................................

Contents...............................................................

Getting Ready

Accessories..........................................................

Names of Parts.....................................................

Attaching the Strap..............................................

Installing the Batteries.........................................

Using the Power Outlet........................................

About SD Memory Card.......................................

Turning the Power On/Off....................................

Using the IR Remote Controller...........................

LCD Monitor Display ............................................

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How to Hold Your Camera....................................

How to Press the Shutter Button ..........................

Photography (Auto Photography)..........................

Setting the Image Size and Quality ....................

Taking Photographs in [ ] Mode

(Auto Select mode) .............................................

Taking Photographs in a Variety of Modes

([SCENE ] Mode) .............................................

Zoom Photography...............................................

Changing the Focus.............................................

Self-timer Photography .......................................

Photography Using the Flash ...............................

Manual Settings..................................................

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Exposure control (EXP.) ................................

White Balance (W.B.) ....................................

Metering system (A.E.)....................................

Single, continuous or AEB

photography mode (S/C).................................

Focus Mode.........................................................

Photography in the Program Mode ......................

Photography in the Aperture-priority Mode...........

Photography in

the Shutter Speed-priority Mode..........................

Photography in the Full Manual Mode ...............

 Extended Exposure

(Bulb Photography)....................................................

Exposure Compensation.......................................

Taking Shots with the Automatic

Exposure Bracketing (AEB Photography)..............

Taking Photographs Continuously

(Burst Photography)..............................................

Photography

Making Movies.....................................................

Changing the Preset Conditions

(RECORDING MENU) ...........................................

PREVIEW........................................................

COLOR............................................................

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ISO.................................................................

SHARPNESS..................................................

CONTRAST ...................................................

DIGITAL ZOOM .............................................

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Contents The name in parentheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-4300 Preface

LCD ( ).................................................................

QUALITY.................................................................

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Playing Back Photographed Images

(Single-Frame Playback) .....................................

Playing Back Movies ............................................

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Displaying a List of Images

(Thumbnail Display)..............................................

 Enlarging Photographed Images

(Zoom Playback)............................................................

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Auto Playback (Slideshow)....................................

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Playback of Multi Image Pictures..........................

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Erasing Images (Erase Frame)................................

Erasing Folders

(All Images in a Folder/All Folders) ...........................

Formatting the SD Memory Card...........................

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Reducing the Image Size(Resize)........................

Compressing Images(Quality)...............................

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Print Information .................................................

Protecting Images................................................

Other Applications

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Basic Settings ( mode) ..................................

AUTO POWER OFF......................................

SOUND ........................................................

TIME & DATE ..............................................

OSD LANGUAGE..........................................

VIDEO OUT ................................................

QUALITY .....................................................

FRAME NUMBER ........................................

SYSTEM INFO. ............................................

Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness .................

DISP Button and LCD Monitor Display

(In Playback Mode) .............................................

DISP Button and LCD Monitor Display

(In Photography Mode) ........................................

Taking and Playing Back Photographs on a TV....

Transferring Images to a PC ................................

Separately Sold Accessories ................................

Connecting to Other Devices................................

Definitions of the Color of the Lamp.....................

Additional Information

Specifications .....................................................

AC Adapter Specifications....................................

Warnings and Messages Displayed on

LCD Monitor.........................................................

Troubleshooting ..................................................

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Glossary ..............................................................

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Global Contacts...................................................

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Accessories

Make sure that you have all of the items below before you start using your camera.

Alkaline batteries (4) (size AA)

Strap (1)

SD Memory Card (1)

Video cable (1) USB cable (1)

Camera case (1)

IR Remote Controller (1)

Instruction Manual (this manual) Software Manual

Software application (1) (CD-ROM)

AC Adapter (Sold Separately)

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Attaching the Strap

This strap is handy for carrying your camera around. To prevent your camera from dropping during photography, hang the strap around your wrist.

Pass the end of the strap through the strap attachment on the camera.

Pass the strap through the loop and pull.

• When the camera is not in use, be sure to close the lens by sliding the lens cover switch to close position. Turn off the power to retract the lens unit before closing the lens cover.

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Installing the batteries

This camera uses four size AA batteries. For details on handling batteries, be sure to read page 12 .

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Unlock the battery cover lock 1 .

Pull open the battery door in the direction of the

• Before you load or remove the batteries, be sure to turn the camera off.

• If the battery is loaded or removed with the power on, the date setting may return to its default or the camera settings may be reset.

• The camera may not start normally if you load batteries not on the power off status. In this case, turn off, then turn on again.

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Load batteries in the battery compartment.

Make sure they are loaded in their polarity as shown inside the battery compartment.

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Installing the batteries(continued)

Close the battery door 1 and move the battery cover lockswitch in the direction of the Lock arrow

Make sure that the battery cover is firmly closed.

Note:

 If “ CARD COVER LOCK IS RELEASED” message popped out on the LCD monitor, please check the battery cover lock switch. Make sure it is locked in the direction of the Lock arrow.

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Reverse the procedure for “Loading the Batteries” and remove the batteries .

• When removing the batteries, take care not to drop the camera of the batteries by mistake.

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Battery Wear

When the power is ON, the remaining battery power is displayed on the LCD monitor.

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• When you use the camera for the first time or if you have left the camera for a long time without the battery loaded, set the date.

• If the batteries are exhausted and need replacement, do not connect the AC adapter. It may cause an incorrect display of remaining battery power.

• Battery power measure is based on amount of power required for camera LCD, flash, photography and playback.

• About the battery duration time The following shows the number of frames/time capable of continuous photographing and playback on condition of using new alkaline batteries. The battery duration time may vary depending on environmental temperature, image size, image quality or using frequency of zoom. In photography mode (using strobe every time in a normal temperature)

When LCD monitor is ON ......... approx. 240 frames

When LCD monitor is OFF ....... approx. 300 frames

In playback mode (slideshow approx. 110 min. continuous playback time)

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Using the Power Outlet

If you use the AC adapter(sold separately) in a room with a power outlet, you can take photographs for an extended period of time. This also prevents failed photographs due to battery wear or failed transfer of data to a PC. For details on handling the AC adapter, be sure to read page 14.

• Before you connect or disconnect the AC adapter, be sure to turn the camera off. If the AC adapter is connected or disconnected with the power ON, the camera may malfunction or recorded data may be erased (destroyed) even if the batteries are loaded.

• The camera may not start normally if you load batteries not on the power off status. In this case, slide the Power knob to turn off the power, then turn on again.

Insert the AC adapter connector plug into the DC IN 5V terminal on the camera.

DC IN 5V terminal

Insert the AC adapter power plug into the power outlet.

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• When the AC adapter is connected after the batteries have been installed, the power turns off immediately. Please turn on the power again to resume operation.

The AC adapter can be used with 100V to 240V.

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About SD Memory Card

SD Memory Card is a storage medium for saving images that you have photographed. Even if the camera’s power is turn OFF, the images saved on the SD Memory Card are not erased. SD Memory Card can be repeated read and written. SD Memory Card having the following storage capacity can be used on your camera: 8MB/16MB/32MB/64MB/128MB/256/512MB It is recommended to use SD Memory Card produced by TOSHIBA.

This camera uses SD Memory Card version 1.01.

Notes on SD Memory Card

• Remove and insert SD Memory Card with the camera’s power turned off.

• Recorded data may be erased (destroyed) in the situations listed below.

- When the SD Memory Card is used incorrectly by the user or a third party.

- When the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical noise.

- When the SD Memory Card is removed or the camera is then switched OFF during data recording, data erasing, frame advance when images are being played back or during formatting of the SD Memory Card.

• We recommend copying and saving important data onto another storage medium (floppy disk, harddisk, MO disk, etc.).

• Never remove the SD Memory Card or switch the camera OFF during data recording or during data erasing (SD Memory Card formatting). These actions might damage the SD Memory Card.

• Use only the SD Memory Card specified for use with the camera. The use of other SD Memory Card could damage the camera.

• SD Memory Card are precision electronic devices. Do not bend, drop, or subject SD Memory Card to excessive shocks. Also, do not carry SD Memory Card in locations such as a trouser pocket. This might subject the SD Memory Card to excessive force when you sit down, damaging the SD Memory Card.

• Do not use or store SD Memory Card in environments likely to be affected by strong static electricity or electrical noise.

• Do not use or store SD Memory Card in very hot, humid or corrosive environments.

• Take care not to touch the SD Memory Card’s electrodes (metal contacts) or allow the electrodes to become soiled. Use a dry lint-free cloth to wipe away any dirt.

• To avoid damage caused by static electricity during transportation or storage, always use the special static-free case provided.

• If you are not using the camera for a long period of time, remove the SD Memory Card and store it in a safe place.

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About SD Memory Card (continued)

• Inserting a SD Memory Card that is charged with static electricity into your camera may cause it to malfunction. If this occurs, switch the camera OFF and then ON again.

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• The SD Memory Card may feel warm when it is removed from the camera after the camera is used for a long time. This is normal and not a malfunction.

• The SD Memory Card has a limited service life. If images can no longer be written or erased, buy a new SD Memory Card.

• It is recommended to format SD Memory Card via camera, not by other devices.

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Slide the POWER switch to OFF position, to turn the power off.

Unlock the battery cover lock switch.

Pull open the battery door in the direction of the open arrow.

Firmly insert the SD Memory Card as far as it can go with the SD Memory Card

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About SD Memory Card (continued)

Close the battery door and move the battery cover lock switch in the direction of the Lock arrow.

Make sure that the battery cover is firmly closed.

Note:  If “ CARD COVER LOCK IS RELEASED” message popped

out on the LCD monitor, please check the battery cover lock switch. Make sure it is locked in the direction of the Lock arrow.

Before you use the new SD Memory Card for the first time,

be sure to format the SD Memory Card.

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• Never open the battery cover door or remove the SD Memory Card while data is being recorded to the SD Memory Card (viewfinder lamp flashes). This might damage the SD Memory Card or corrupt the data on the SD Memory Card.

Slide the POWER switch to OFF position, to turn the power off.

• If “LENS COVER” message popped out and the viewfinder lamp flashes (red) rapidly, please check the lens cover switch. Slide the lens cover switch towards to open the lens cover, and the camera will operate normally.

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About SD Memory Card (continued)

Unlock the battery cover lock switch.

Pull open the battery door in the direction of the open arrow.

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Push the SD Memory Card in as far as it can go, and pull it out with your fingers.

If you push SD Memory Card once in as far as it can go, it will protrude slightly. Pull it out with your fingers.

Close the battery door and move the battery cover lock switch in the direction of the Lock arrow.

Make sure that the battery cover is firmly closed.

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About SD Memory Card (continued)

Write Protection

To prevent valuable data from being erased, move the write-protect knob to the lock arrow direction on the SD Memory Card. Data can no longer be recorded or erased from SD Memory Card. To write or erase data from SD Memory Card, unlock the write-protect knob to unlock direction.

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Turning the Power On/Off

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Make sure that the SD Memory Card is correctly loaded.

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Slide the lens cover switch toward open direction .

Slide the POWER switch to ON position, to turn on the power.

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the lens extends from the camera body. When the camera is turned ON, the Auto Power OFF function starts to work.

Slide the POWER switch to OFF position, to turn off the power.

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The power is turned off, and the lens returns to its original position in the body. Close the lens by sliding the lens cover switch to close position .

• If no operation is carried out for a fixed amount of time (default: 1 minute), the power is turned off to prevent battery wear. This is called “Auto Power OFF”.

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Using the IR Remote Controller

Notes on IR Remote Controller Main Unit

Usable Range

Distance:Within 5 meters Angle:Within 30 right and left

Point the IR Remote Controller toward the light receptor unit of the camera to use.

• Do not drop, shake, or subject to physical shock.

• Do not spill water on or place on moist areas.

• Do not disassemble.

• Do not place near or on areas subject to high temperatures.

• Do not expose the remote controller light receptor unit to bright light.

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Using the IR Remote Controller(continued)

Photography Using the IR Remote Controller

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On [ ] and [ ] mode

Recording is possible with the self-timer.

Recording will begin 2 seconds after pressing the IR Remote Controller button. (Recording will also begin after 2 seconds when the self-timer is set to 10 seconds.)

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The next image will be shown.

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Battery: Coin Cell Lithium Battery CR2025

Slide out the lower area of the IR Remote Controller when changing the battery as shown in the diagram.

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Replace the battery when the remote controller is operating poorly or when the distance for operation of the remote controller becomes limited. Remove the battery when not using the remote controller for prolong periods. The battery of the remote controller cannot be recharged.

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 Do not use anything other than the designated battery.  Do not insert with the + and - poles reversed.  Do not recharge, heat, disassemble, short circuit, or place in fire.

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 Do not leave exhausted battery in the remote controller.  Do not place in reach of infants and small children.

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LCD Monitor Display

The text, numbers and icons that are displayed on the LCD monitor vary according to the current settings. The LCD monitor automatically turns ON if necessary even if it is set to OFF.

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Histogram: A histogram is a graphic representation of the tones of the subject. The horizontal axis of the histogram shows the brightness (increasing brightness from left to right) and the vertical axis shows the number of pixels at each brightness level.

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• The size of the data to be recorded varies according to the amount of detail in the subject image. So, the number of images that can be photographed after an image is recorded sometimes does not decrease.

• The display is momentarily disrupted after recording an image or the mode is switched. This does not affect photography.

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How to Hold Your Camera

When taking a photograph, hold the camera firmly and prevent your finger or strap from covering the lens, flash or flash sensor.

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Camera held with both hands with your arms

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Fingers held over the lens

firmly held against the sides of your chest

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How to Press the Shutter Button

The shutter button can be pressed down in two stages: half way down and fully down. When pressed half way down, AF (auto-focus) and AE (auto exposure) are carried out. When pressed fully down, the camera takes a picture.

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Press the shutter button down half way .

AF (auto-focus) and AE (auto exposure) start to function. When AF or AE are locked, the beep tone sounds and the viewfinder lamp lights (turns green).

Press and hold the shutter button down fully .

The camera takes a picture. The viewfinder lamp flashes while image data is being recorded onto the SD Memory Card.

• Never open the battery door or remove the SD Memory Card while an image is being recorded. This may corrupt the data on the SD Memory Card or damage the SD Memory Card itself.

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How to Press the Shutter Button(continued)

• The image in the LCD monitor sometimes darkens from the time that the shutter button is pressed down halfway until the image becomes focused.

• To set the focus or exposure for a subject outside the center of the intended image, point the camera directly at the subject or desired exposure (lighting), press and hold the shutter button halfway. Now, with the shutter button still held halfway down, you can turn the direction of the camera and frame your image with the focus and exposure locked. Press the shutter button down fully to complete capturing of the image.

• Moving the camera as you press the shutter button will result in a blurred image.

• The PDR-4300 uses an accurate auto focus mechanism. However, the PDR-4300 may have difficulty focusing or not be able to focus at all for subjects and situations such as the following:

- When the subject is distant and dark

- When there are objects in front of or behind the subject (such as an animal in a cage or a person in front of a tree)

- Subjects with little reflection, such as hair or fur

- Subjects with no solidity, such as smoke or flames

- Subjects viewed through glass

- Subjects moving at high speed

- Very shiny subjects such as a mirror or car body

- Extremely low contrast subjects

- Subjects that have low contrast and merge into the background (such as white walls or subjects dressed in the same color as the background)

• If the image cannot be focused, the focus is automatically fixed to infinity. (When the flash is necessary at this time, it is simultaneously fixed to illuminate objects 1.5 meters (five feet) away. During macro photography, the flash is aligned with the wide position.)

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Photography (Auto Photography)

This is the most commonly used photography mode. In this mode, exposure (combination of shutter speed and aperture) is automatically controlled to facilitate photography. There are two ways of taking photographs in this mode: using the viewfinder and using the LCD

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Load the batteries and the SD Memory Card into the camera.

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Slide the power switch to ON position, to turn on the power.

Slide the lens cover switch to open direction beforehand .

Set the mode dial to [ ].

Turn the LCD monitor OFF.

To reduce the amount of battery wear, we recommend turning the LCD monitor display OFF, and using the viewfinder to take photographs.

Look through the viewfinder to compose the picture.

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Photography (Auto Photography)(continued)

Press the shutter button down half way , and press it down fully .

• Pressing the shutter button down half way adjusts the exposure, and pressing the shutter button down fully takes the shot.

• When the focus and exposure are adjusted, the viewfinder lamp lights.

• If you shoot a picture, when preview is set to ON, a preview image is displayed on screen for about two seconds.

• The viewfinder lamp flashes while image data is being recorded onto the SD Memory Card.

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Get ready to take the photograph.

Load the batteries and the SD Memory Card into the camera.

Slide the power switch to ON position, to turn on the power.

Slide the lens cover switch to open direction beforehand.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

Look at the image on the LCD monitor to compose the picture.

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Photography (Auto Photography)(continued)

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Press the shutter button down half way , and press it down fully .

• Pressing the shutter button down half way adjusts the exposure,and pressing the shutter button down fully takes the shot.

• When the focus and exposure are adjusted, the viewfinder lamp lights.

• If you shoot a picture, when preview is set to ON, a preview image is displayed on screen for about two seconds.

• The viewfinder lamp flashes while image data is being recorded onto the SD Memory Card.

• The LCD monitor sometimes displays bright, dark or colored spots at all times. This is not a malfunction. These spots do not appear in the photographed image.

• The image is not displayed on the LCD monitor while the shutter button is pressed down fully.

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Setting the Image Size and Quality

Set the size (number of pixels) and quality (compression ratio) of the image to be photographed. Change the setting according to how the image is to be used and the remaining amount of space in the SD Memory Card.

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Press the Menu button.

Press the button until the QUALITY is highlighted, and press the

The LCD shows the QUALITY menu.

Press the or button to select STILL/MOVIE, and press the

The size item is highlighted.

Press the or button to select the size setting user desired to set, and press the ENTER button.

The QUALITY item is highlighted.

Press the or button to select the quality setting user desired to set, and press the ENTER button.

Press the or button until the OK is highlighted, and press the ENTER button.

These combinations are set and the LCD monitor returns to previous mode.

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Setting the Image Size and Quality(continued)

In [ ] Mode

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Press the or button until the QUALITY is highlighted,

and press the button.

The LCD shows the QUALITY menu.

Press the or button to select STILL/MOVIE, and press the

The size item is highlighted.

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Press the or button to select the size setting user desired to set, and press the ENTER button.

The QUALITY item is highlighted.

Press the or button to select the quality setting user desired to set, and press the ENTER button.

Press the or button until the OK is highlighted, and press the ENTER button.

These combinations are set and the LCD monitor returns to SETUP MENU.

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Setting the Image Size and Quality(continued)

• To make the image smaller, it is more effective to reduce the size first and then reduce image quality.

• After you have taken a photograph, you can reduce its size and quality.

• The memory size of the image varies according to the subject.

• The compression ratio is given for reference only.

• In movie mode, the size setting cannot be set to SMALL.

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Taking Photographs in [ ] Mode (Auto Select mode)

This mode enables automatic photography according to the photographic conditions. Photographs can be taken easily in this mode as the camera automatically makes the setting suitable to the conditions. The Auto Select mode has the following options. Choose the option to suit the image you want to photograph.

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: Portrait shot

: Landscape shot

: Sports shot

: Night shot

: 16 multi-photography shot

In the Auto Select mode, there are some settings that cannot be changed as the camera makes the settings automatically. These settings vary according to the mode.

z Focus photography

: Can be set

z Exposure compensation

: Cannot be specified (set automatically)

z About flash photography

: Flash can be set as required in this mode

: Automatically fixed to red-eye auto

: Automatically fixed to slow synchro

: Flash photography is not possible

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Taking Photographs in a Variety of Modes ( Mode)

Set the appropriate scene mode from: [ ] automatically adjusts the focus and exposure settings, [ ] portrait, [ ] landscape, [ ] sports, [ ] night, [ ] multi photography mode options.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

Press ENTER. [ ] is displayed on the LCD monitor.

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Taking Photographs in a Variety of Modes ( Mode) (continued)

Press to display option menu, press or to select options and press ENTER.

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Pressing ENTER selects the setting. To cancel, press .

[ ] :

Automatically adjusts the focus and exposure settings [ ] : Portrait [ ] : Landscape [ ] : Sports [ ] : Night [ ] :16-frame multi

Press ENTER.

The icon of the selected mode is displayed on the upper left side of the LCD monitor. The camera is ready to take photographs.

Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

The camera takes the picture.

• Optimum print effect for a selected scene is available by using a PRINT Image Matching compatible printer.

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Taking Photographs in a Variety of Modes ( Mode) (continued)

[ ]

Automatically adjusts the focus and exposure settings

The camera automatically adjusts the focus and exposure settings to take photographs.

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Select this option to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus.

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Select this option to take photographs of distant scenery or landscapes.

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Taking Photographs in a Variety of Modes ( Mode) (continued)

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Sports

Select this option to take photographs of fast-moving subjects.

Night

Select this option to take photographs of people against a dusk or night-time background.

• When the Night mode is selected, the flash mode is fixed to Slow Synchro (the flash is fired at a slower shutter speed.)

• If you take a photograph with a dark background or at a dark

place, the shutter speed slows down, and the slow shutter speed warning is displayed. (When the shutter is pressed halfway down, the viewfinder lamp blinks green and the slow shutter speed mark [ To prevent distorted image, we recommend using a tripod to keep the camera stable.

] is displayed in the LCD monitor.)

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Taking Photographs in a Variety of Modes ( Mode) (continued)

[ ]

16-frame multi

This mode takes 16 shots continuously at 0.13 second intervals (7.5 frames/second). The 16 photographed images are saved as one image (FULL size: 2400 x 1600 pixels). This mode is effective for continuously photographing moving subjects.

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• Though zoom playback is not possible, playback of multi image pictures is possible.

• Digital zoom photography is not possible.

• Photographs cannot be taken at HALF size or SMALL size. When HALF size or SMALL size is set before you select multi photography, the setting is automatically changed to FULL size. When multi photography is canceled, the setting returns to HALF size or SMALL size.

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Zoom Photography

Zoom photography allows you to take zoom shots up to 2.8 times the size or wide-angle photography depending on the distance up to the subject. You can also enlarge the center of the screen and take photographs in the digital zoom mode with the focal distance increased by a factor of 2.2.

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Compose the picture using the Zoom key.

Pressing the Zoom key towards the “T” zooms in on the subject,

and enlarges the subject on the LCD monitor.

Pressing the Zoom key towards the “W” provides a wider angle

picture.

The lens position moves according to the Zoom key setting.

Digital Zoom Photography

To set the digital zoom:

Press the MENU button.

Use or to select [DIGITAL ZOOM] and press .

Use or to select [ON] and press ENTER.

Press the MENU button.

To activate digital zoom, press the Zoom key completely towards the "T" and hold it until the

image on the LCD expands.

Press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

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Zoom Photography (continued)

• The digital zoom photography is canceled by pressing the DISP button to turn the LCD monitor off. On the LCD monitor display off status, the digital zoom photography is not possible as well.

• The digital zoom photography is not possible in the 16-frame multi mode.

• The Zoom switch setting is automatically canceled by either turning the camera OFF or by activation of the Auto Power OFF function.

• You can check the zoom status in the LCD monitor.

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] [ ] or [ ].

Press the ENTER button.

Press / button to select FOCUS on the LCD monitor.

Press to display option menu, press or to

Select Macro focus and press ENTER.

[ AF ] Normal Focus [ ] Macro Focus [ 1m ] The camera will focus on subjects in a distance of 1m to take photos [ 3m ] The camera will focus on subjects in a distance of 3m to take photos [ ] The camera will focus on subjects in a distance of to take photo

Look at the image on the LCD monitor to compose the picture.

Press the shutter button halfway down, and press it down fully.

• The macro photography mode is used when the distance to the subject is between 10 cm at wide to infinity.In the macro photography mode, the LCD monitor automatically turns ON. Take the photograph while viewing the LCD monitor.

• Macro photography is not canceled even if the camera is turned off or the Auto Power OFF function is activated.

• Once macro photography is selected in Focus mode, it will remain in the same mode either in [ ], [ ], or [ ].

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Self-timer Photography

When the self-timer is used, the camera automatically takes a picture after the preset time (2 or 10 seconds).

Set the mode dial to [ ] [ ] or [ ].

Press the self-timer button.

When you press the self-timer button, the following are displayed in order on the LCD monitor.

[No display] setting OFF

[ 10s]

10 seconds

[ 2s]

2 seconds

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Press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

The self-timer lamp lights red, and then flashes. The photograph is then taken after the preset time (2 or 10 seconds).

When photographs are taken using the LCD monitor, the count down is displayed. To cancel photography midway, press .

• Burst photography is not possible.

• In movie mode, press the shutter button down fully to stop recording. If this operation is not performed, photography is automatically stopped when the SD cardTM runs out of free space or when the size of a single picture has reached the

maximum recordable size.

• If using IR Remote Controller, the photograph taken will be delayed 2 seconds after

getting IR controller signal(no matter the preset time 2 or 10 seconds).

• If using shutter button, the self-timer mode will automatically turn off after the image

captured.

• If using IR Remote Controller after the image captured, the self-timer mode will remain

in the same mode until you manually press self-timer button once again to exit from this mode.

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Photography Using the Flash

In the default setting, the flash will be automatically set to function in dark places. No special setting is needed to set off the flash. The flash firing mode can be set to suit the conditions where the flash is to be used.

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Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].

In the [ ] mode, flash photography can be set when [ ] is selected.

Press the flash button to set to the desired mode while viewing the LCD monitor .

When you press the flash button, the available flash modes are displayed in the following order. The icon for the mode that you selected is displayed in the LCD monitor .

* [ ] Auto can be set when [ ] is selected in the [ ] mode. It can not be set in the

[ ] mode.

Compose the picture.

Press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

When you are using the flash, the flash icons on the LCD monitor are displayed in yellow when the shutter button is pressed halfway down.

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Photography Using the Flash (continued)

[ ]

Auto

In this mode, the flash fires automatically according to the photography conditions. This mode is ideal for general photography where you are not trying to achieve any particular effect. However the auto mode can not set in the Manual photography mode.

[ ]

[

[ ]

Red-Eye Forced Flash

The camera fires pre-flash lighting once before the main flash in order to reduce the red eye problem. In Portrait mode, flash photography is fixed to red-eye auto. Red-eye is reduced mode effectively if the subject looks directly towards the camera. Effectiveness is also increase if the distance between the subject and camera is kept as short as possible.

]

Forced Flash

The flash is forced to fire regardless of the brightness of subjects. Use the Forced Flash mode when the subject is backlit, or in artificial light (fluorescent light, etc). The flash also fires during macro photography.

Suppressed Flash

The flash never fires regardless of the brightness of subjects. Use the Suppressed Flash mode when you are taking pictures in indoor lightning at distances too great for the flash to have any effect, such as theater performances or indoor sporting events.

• In [ ], [ ] or [ ] mode, flash photography is not possible.

• In [

] mode, flash photography is fixed to red-eye auto.

• In [

• In the flash photography mode, the flash always fires twice. A picture is taken at the second firing.

] mode, flash photography is fixed to slow synchro.

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Manual Settings

You can manually adjust settings such as exposure control, white balance, metering system, continuous photography mode, and take photographs at these settings. These are called “Manual settings”, which are saved even if the camera is turned off.

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• Do not remove or load the batteries or disconnect or connect the AC adapter while the camera is on. This might return the manual settings to their defaults. If this happens, manually set the conditions again.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

The manual setting values are displayed on the left of the LCD monitor screen.

Press ENTER.

The manual setting items are displayed.

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Manual Settings (continued)

Press or to select the setting item.

Press to display option menu, press or to select options and press ENTER.

Pressing ENTER selects the setting. To cancel, press .

[EXP.] : Exposure control [W.B.] : White balance [A.E.] : Metering system [S/C] : Single, continuous or AEB mode [Focus] : Focus mode setting

Press ENTER.

Set values

The camera is ready to take photographs.

Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

The camera takes the picture.

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Manual Settings (continued)

Exposure Control (EXP.

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[ PRG ] : program mode (default) [ Av ] : aperture-priority mode

[ Tv ] : shutter speed-priority mode [ M ] :

White Balance (W.B.

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The camera determines the white balance by averaging the various kinds of light that actually enters the lens. A user can set in advance the white balance when taking photographs under

specific lighting conditions.

[ AW ] : Automatic white balance mode (default) [ ] : Day light mode [ ] : Cloudy mode [ ] : bluish Fluorescent light mode [ ] : reddish Fluorescent light mode [ ] : Incandescent light mode

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Metering System (A.E.

The camera calculates the exposure level before a photograph is taken.

[ ] : Multi metering mode can be set (default)

[ ] : Spot metering mode can be set

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The exposure is measured and calculated for the entire area of the screen. By dividing the entire

area of the screen, the exposure level for each unit is calculated. A well balanced exposure can be

obtained.

Spot metering mode

The exposure is measured in a very small area at the center of the screen. It is possible to calculate

the exposure of a subject without being affected by the surrounding environment.

Single, continuous or AEB photography mode (S/C

[ ] : 1 shot mode can be set (default) [ ] : Burst mode can be set [ AEB ] : Automatic Exposure Bracketing

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Automatic Exposure Bracketing (AEB)

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In this mode, the camera takes three consecutive pictures in the order of standard exposure,

overexposure (-0.5) and underexposure (+0.5) compensation.

Continuous image capturing (Burst)

In this mode, photographs are taken continuously at a maximum speed of 0.8 second intervals.

The maximum number of photographs that can be taken continuously is 3 photographs.

Images are not recorded directly to storage media but are stored temporarily within the buffer memory.

After photography is finished, check the images and record the selected ones to storage media.

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Focus Mode

By pressing “Enter” button when “Focus” icon is highlight the “Focus setting” selected. A user can select in the following order.

[ AF ] : Normal Focus

[ ] : Macro Focus

[ 1m ] : The camera will focus on subjects in a distance of 1m to take photos

[ 3m ] : The camera will focus on subjects in a distance of 3m to take photos

[ ] : The camera will focus on subjects in a distance of to take photo

• Once focus mode is chosen as selected photography mode, it will remain the same mode either in [ ] , [ ] or [ ].

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Photography in the Program Mode

The camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of an object. This mode enables carefree photographing similarly to selecting [ ] in [ ] mode. It is possible to change the white balance and the metering system in program mode.

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Press ENTER. The manual setting items are displayed.

Press or to select [ EXP. ].

Press to display option menu, press or to select [ PRG ] and press ENTER. Pressing ENTER selects the setting.

Press ENTER. The camera is ready to take photographs.

Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully. The camera takes the picture.

• Difference between [PRG] and [ ] [PRG] and [ combinations of the automatically determined shutter speeds and aperture values. However, their operation capability is different as shown in the right table.

] are the same as to

(O : possible X : not possible)

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Photography in the Aperture-priority Mode

In this mode, photographs are taken with the priority given to aperture. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed according to the aperture. A small aperture value produces a portrait photo with an out-of-focus background. The smaller the aperture value, the more out-of-focus the background becomes. A large aperture value produces sharp images on both close objects and distant objects like landscapes. The larger the aperture value, the larger the area for sharp images.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

The manual setting values are displayed on the left of the LCD monitor screen.

Press ENTER.

The manual setting items are displayed.

Press or to select [ EXP. ].

Press to display option menu, press or to select [ Av ] and press ENTER.

Pressing ENTER selects the setting.

Press ENTER.

The camera is ready to take photographs.

Press or to adjust the aperture value.

The setting range is as follows: F8 / F6.8 / F5.6 / F4.8 / F4.0 / F3.4 / F2.9 The aperture value and the shutter speed corresponding to that value are displayed on the LCD monitor. If the appropriate combination cannot be set even if the shutter speed is adjusted to its limit, the shutter speed is displayed in red. Photography, however, is possible in this state. Press to reduce aperture size. Press to increase aperture size. Note: The larger the F value, the smaller the aperture size becomes and vice versa. Exposure compensation using or to change exposure value.

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Photography in the Aperture-priority Mode(continued)

Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

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• If the aperture value is set to F2.9 (maximum aperture size), the increased shutter speed is restricted to 1/750 second.

• The aperture value set differ to the actual value according to the position of the zoom lens.

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Photography in the Shutter Speed-priority Mode

In this mode, photographs are taken with the priority given to shutter speed. The camera automatically sets the aperture value according to the shutter speed. A fast shutter speed produces a photograph that looks as if a moving subject is still. A slow shutter speed produces as photograph that makes you feel that it is flowing.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

The manual setting values are displayed on the left of the LCD monitor screen.

Press ENTER.

The manual setting items are displayed.

Press or to select [ EXP. ].

Press to display option menu, press or to select [ Tv ] and press ENTER.

Pressing ENTER selects the setting.

Press ENTER.

The camera is ready to take photographs.

Press or to adjust the shutter speed.

The setting range is as follows: 1/1000, 1/750, 1/500, 1/350, 1/250, 1/180, 1/125, 1/90, 1/60, 1/45, 1/30, 1/20, 1/15, 1/10, 1/8, 1/6, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 0”7, 1”, 1”5, 2”, 3”, 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 15” The shutter speed and the aperture value corresponding to the shutter speed are displayed on the LCD monitor. If the appropriate combination cannot be set even if the aperture is adjusted to its limit, the aperture value is displayed in red. Photography, however, is possible in this state.

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Photography in the Shutter Speed-priority Mode(continued)

Press to increase shutter speed. Press to decrease shutter speed. Exposure compensation using or , and manual setting or film speed setting using ENTER are

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Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

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• When the shutter speed is set to a speed of 0.7 second or slower, photographs are taken as extended exposures.

• In AEB photography or burst photography, the shutter speed cannot be set to 0.7 second or longer.

• If a mode other than [No flash ] suppressed flash mode is set in flash photography, the shutter speed is limited to between 1/2 second and 1/250 second.

• If the shutter speed is set to 1/350 second or less, the shutter speed is automatically changed to 1/250 second if the flash setting is changed to the [flash ] forced flash mode or [red-eye ] red-eye forced flash mode.

• If the [flash] forced flash or [red-eye ] red-eye forced flash mode is set in flash photography when the shutter speed is set to a speed of 0.7 second or more, the shutter speed is automatically changed to 1/2 second.

• If the shutter speed value is set to 1/1000 second, the aperture value is limited to between F8 and F3.4.

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Photography in the Full Manual Mode

Set the aperture and shutter speed values separately before taking a photograph.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

The manual setting values are displayed on the left of the LCD monitor screen.

Press ENTER.

The manual setting items are displayed.

Press or to select [ EXP. ].

Press to display option menu, press or to select [ M ] and press ENTER.

Pressing ENTER selects the setting.

Press ENTER.

The camera is ready to take photographs.

Press or to adjust aperture value, and press or to set the shutter speed value separately are also possible.

Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

The camera takes the picture.

• When pressing sort in the full manual mode, the shutter speed is adjusted, but the exposure compensation setting is not possible. However the exposure value is displayed on the LCD monitor. When the exposure value is displayed in red, it shows over- or under-exposure. It is recommended that the shutter speed and the aperture value be adjusted to obtain the proper

level of exposure.

• If the aperture value is set to F2.9 (increased aperture size), the shutter speed 1/1000 second is not available.

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Extended Exposure Photography (Bulb Photography)

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This mode is used for taking subjects that require several seconds to photograph such as firework displays at night. When using this mode, be sure to use a tripod to keep the camera stable and prevent distortion of images.

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Set the mode dial to [ ].

The manual setting values are displayed on the left of the LCD monitor screen.

Press ENTER.

The manual setting items are displayed.

Press or to select [ EXP. ].

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Press to display option menu, press or to select [ M ] or [ Tv ]and press ENTER.

Pressing ENTER selects the setting.

Press ENTER to set the shutter speed to 0.7 second or longer,[ ] is displayed on the LCD monitor.

Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

The camera takes the picture at the set exposure time. During the exposure, the viewfinder lamp turns orange. It takes about twice the set time to complete taking the photograph due to processing of the captured image.

• Flash photography and burst photography are not possible.

• The image taken in the exposure photography mode may be blurred.

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Exposure Compensation

This setting allows you to intentionally lighten or darken the entire image. Use this setting when the optimum brightness (exposure) cannot be obtained, for example, when the brightness between the subject and the background is not balanced or when the subject to photograph occupies only an extremely small part of the screen.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

Press or to adjust the exposure.

The setting range is as follows. A larger value lightens the exposure,and a smaller value darkens the exposure. The value that you set is displayed on the LCD monitor. Press to increase (brighten) exposure, and to decrease (darken) exposure.

Exposure Setting Value

(to - side)

(to + side)

-2.0 / -1.5 / -1.0 / -0.5 / 0 (default) / +0.5 / +1.0 / +1.5 / +2.0

Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

The ideal brightness sometimes cannot be obtained even if a large exposure value is set in dark photographic conditions. In this case, press the shutter button, and check the brightness in the preview image (photographed still image).

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Exposure Compensation (continued)

Effective Subjects and Set Values

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zCopying of printed text (black characters on white paper) zBacklit portraits z Very bright scenes (such as snowfields) and highly reflective subjects z Shots made up predominantly of sky

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Negative (-) Compensation

z Spotlit subjects, particularly against dark backgrounds zCopying of printed text (white characters on black paper) z Scenes with low reflectivity, such as shots of green or dark foliage

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• When [ M ] is selected on the [ EXP. ] option menu, pressing or makes the shutter speed setting possible, but does not make the exposure compensation possible. However the exposure value is displayed on the LCD monitor.

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Taking Shots With the Automatic Exposure Bracketing (AEB Photography)

When it is difficult to determine the necessary exposure compensation, this mode will automatically set the camera to photograph three consecutive pictures in -0.5, 0, and +0.5 compensation.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

The manual setting values are displayed on the left of the LCD monitor screen.

Press ENTER.

The manual setting items are displayed.

Press or to select [ S/C ].

Press to display option menu, press or to select [ AEB ]and press ENTER.

Pressing ENTER selects the setting.

Press ENTER .

The camera is ready to take photographs.

Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

The camera will automatically take a picture in -0.5 compensation, 0 compensation, and +0.5 compensation.

• If burst AEB is selected when the shutter speed is set to a speed of 0.7 second or longer, the shutter speed is automatically changed to 1/2 second.

• The camera takes three consecutive pictures in the order of standard exposure, overexposure (+0.5) and underexposure (-0.5) compensation.

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Taking Photographs Continuously (Burst Photography)

In this mode, photographs are taken continuously at a maximum speed of 0.8 second intervals. The maximum number of photographs that can be taken continuously is three photographs. Images are not recorded directly to SD Memory Card but are stored temporarily within the buffer memory. After

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Set the mode dial to [ ].

The manual setting values are displayed on the left of the LCD

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Press ENTER.

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Press or to select [ S/C ].

Press to display option menu, press or to select [ ]and press ENTER.

Pressing ENTER selects the setting.

Press ENTER .

The camera is ready for burst photography. If burst photography is set when the shutter speed is set to a speed of 0.7 second or more in the [ Tv ] mode, the shutter speed is automatically changed to 1/2 second.

Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.

The maximum number of photography that can be taken continuously is three. If you release the shutter button before the camera captures three images, the camera will stop taking pictures at that point. After photography is finished, the LCD monitor automatically turns ON.

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Taking Photographs Continuously(Burst Photography)(continued)

Press or to verify the image.

You will be allowed to choose which image to save before it is recorded to the SD Memory Card. The number of photographs stored in the memory is displayed at the bottom right of the screen, and the number in green is the image currently displayed. The green indication also moves as you move the image to be displayed.

Use or to select the recording method.

The camera is set to erase all images immediately after photography.

[ ] : This setting is for saving and erasing the selected image.

Press or to select the image, and press ENTER. The red mark appears under the selected image. To cancel selection of the

image, press ENTER again.

[ ] : This setting is for saving all images.

Press ENTER. All images are selected, and all images with turns into a red . This item cannot be selected if there is not enough space on the SD Memory

Card.

[ ] : This setting is for erasing all images.

Press ENTER.

to 3 can be combined regardless of their order to set saving and erasing of images.

Use to select [ ] and press ENTER.

The image is saved or erased, and the camera is then ready to take photographs.

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Taking Photographs Continuously(Burst Photography)(continued)

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• You can also carry out step 9 while verifying the image in step 8.

• Even if photography is terminated midway before capturing three images by releasing the shutter button, images already photographed can be saved and erased by the above method.

• The length of time to capture images varies according to the photographic conditions.

• Self-timer photography and flash photography are not possible.

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Making Movies

By dialing the MODE switch to “ ” position, the camera can take moving image without voice recording. The camera shows the preview image on the LCD monitor. (In the “ ” mode, the LCD monitor can not be turned off.)

Set the mode dial to [ ].

Compose the picture, press the shutter button

down halfway, and press it down fully.

Photography begins. The maximum photography time (seconds) appears on the LCD monitor.

To stop making movies, press the shutter button down fully again.

If you do not do this, photography is automatically stopped when there is no more free space on the SD Memory Card, or when the maximum size that a single movie can be recorded is reached.

Shutter button

Lightly pressing this button in “ ” mode, compose the picture. Once the button is deeply pressed, photography begins. Photography is automatically stopped when there is no more free space on the SD Memory Card, or when the maximum size that a single movie can be recorded is reached. Press the shutter button down fully to stop making movies. When making a movie, flash photography is not possible.

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Making Movies(continued)

Self Timer button

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In “ ” mode, the camera can select self timer mode among “off (default)”, “10-second” and “2-second” in this order cyclically. Press the shutter button down fully to stop recording.

In “ ” mode, the IR Remote Controller is not possible.

• Flash photography is not possible.

• The image size displayed on the LCD monitor becomes FULL (320 x 240) or HALF (160 x 120). The movie made in FULL size is displayed on the entire LCD monitor, and that made in HALF size is displayed in the center of the screen.

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Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU)

This menu is for setting the basic settings to be used for photography in the [ ], [ ] or [ ] photography modes.

Set the mode dial to [ ], [ ] or [ ].

Press the MENU button.

The RECORDING MENU is displayed.

Use or to select the desired item

and press .

The options 2 are displayed. Note: The image appearing through the lens will be displayed for [LCD ].

[ PREVIEW ]

Item

[ COLOR ] [ ISO ] [ SHARPNESS ] [ CONTRAST ] [ DIGITAL ZOOM ] [ LCD ]

* The above menu is the RECORDING

MENU in the [

] mode.

[ QUALITY ]

Use or to select the desired setting from the tab menu 2, and press ENTER.

This saves the settings, and returns the display to the RECORDING MENU.

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Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued)

To quit the RECORDING MENU, press the MENU button.

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PREVIEW

COLOR

The camera is now ready to take photographs.

Set to display a photographed image on LCD monitor immediately after you have taken the shot.

[OFF] : Do not display preview. (default) [ON] : Display preview.

A photographed image is displayed on the LCD monitor for two seconds. By lightly pressing “Shutter” button, preview is canceled. The three images that you took are displayed for about two seconds each in the AEB photography mode. In case of burst photography, the LCD monitor automatically turns on and display image after photography is finished. In case of 16 multi-photography shot, 16 photography images are displayed as one image.

Set the color of the image to be photographed.

[STANDARD] : Standard color (default) [VIVID] : Vivid color [MONOCHROME] : Black and white [SEPIA] : Sepia

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Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued)

[ ]

ISO

Sets the color mode and photographic sensitivity at which the image is to be recorded. Warning: Noise increases when the ISO is changed to higher settings.

[NORMAL] : Equivalent to color ISO100 [2X] : High-sensitive photography equivalent to color ISO200 (default) [4X] : High-sensitive photography equivalent to color ISO400

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During [2X], the ISO will be automatically set between ISO100 and ISO200. During [4X], ISO will be automatically set between ISO100 and ISO400.Default is [2X].

[ ]

Sets the color mode and photographic sensitivity at which the image is to be recorded. Warning: Noise increases when the ISO is changed to higher settings.

[NORMAL] : Equivalent to color ISO100 (default) [2X] : High-sensitive photography equivalent to color ISO200 [4X] : High-sensitive photography equivalent to color ISO400

During [2X], the ISO will be automatically set to ISO200. During [4X], ISO will be automatically set to ISO400.

• In movie mode, ISO will be automatically set between ISO100 and ISO400 regardless of its setting.

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Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued)

SHARPNESS

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Sets the sharpness at which the image is to be recorded.

[NORMAL] : Normal sharpness (default) [SOFT] : Soft effect [HARD] : Hard effect

Sets the contrast of the image to be photographed.

[NORMAL] : Automatic (standard) setting (default) [STRONG] : Strong contrast [SOFT] : Soft contrast

Enlarges the center of the screen and takes photographs with the focal distance increased by factor of 2.2.

[ON] : Enables digital zoom photography. (default) [OFF] : Disables digital zoom photography.

Adjusts the brightness of the LCD monitor. This adjustment does not adjust the brightness of the image to be recorded.

[-5] to [+5]

 To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.

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Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued)

QUALITY

Press the Menu button.

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and press the button.

The LCD shows the QUALITY menu.

Press the or button to select STILL/MOVIE, and press the

The size item is highlighted.

button.

Press the or button to select the size setting user desired to set, and press the ENTER button.

The QUALITY item is highlighted.

Press the

or button to select the quality setting

user desired to set, and press the ENTER button.

Press the

or button until the OK is highlighted,

and press the ENTER button.

These combinations are set and the LCD monitor returns to previous mode.

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Playing Back Photographed Images (Single-Frame Playback)

Play back photographed still images one image at a time.

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Set the mode dial to [ ].

The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

Press or to move forward and reverse.

to advance to next frame/ to go back one frame

Holding down or moves forward or reverse continuously.

Press ENTER, nine images are displayed simultaneously.

• It is possible to play back any images in any folders by pressing or during playback.

• Pressing at the last image displays the first image, and pressing at the first image displays the last image.

• Images can be rotated by pressing or during playback. Pressing rotates an image counterclockwise, and pressing rotates it clockwise.

• IR Remote Controller works as forward( ) button in Playback mode to change picture to next one.

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Playing Back Movies

Play back movies that you have recorded. The movies made in FULL size are displayed on the entire LCD monitor, and those made in HALF size are displayed in the center of the screen.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

Press or to select the movie to play back.

Press .

Playback of the selected movie begins. The user can control playback as shown on the table of the next page by pressing various buttons during playback, a pause or stopping.

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Playing Back Movies (continued)

A user can control playback movie file as the following table.

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2x-speed playback 2x-speed playback is performed for the duration that is held down.

Reverse playback, 2x-speed playback

The press of starts a reverse

Playback becomes 2x-speed

Playback is paused.

• The image size displayed on the LCD monitor becomes FULL (320 x 240) or HALF (160 x 120). The movies made in FULL size is displayed on the entire LCD monitor, and those made in HALF size is displayed in the center of the screen.

During playback During pause

playback.

reverse playback for the duration that

is held down.

Pause

Playback returns to the start of the movie.

The display returns to thumbnail playback.

Each press of feeds the image

by one frame.

1-frame feed is continued for the

duration that is held down.

Reverse 1-frame feed

Each press of feeds the image

1-frame feed

in reverse by one frame.

1-frame feed is continued for the

duration that is held down.

After pause is cancelled, playback

Canceling pause

resumes at the last state that was active before the pause.

Stop

During stopping

Play back

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Displaying a List of Images (Thumbnail Display)

Nine reduced images are simultaneously displayed on the LCD monitor. This manual calls this display “thumbnail display.” This feature is useful, for example, when there are many images recorded in the SD Memory Card. After you have displayed the thumbnail display, you can select the desired image and display it in the regular display.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor.

Press ENTER.

Nine images are displayed simultaneously.

Use , , or to move the cursor to select the image to be displayed at regular size.

The cursor selected image is displayed with green frame. Pressing the buttons continuously moves the cursor continuously.

Press ENTER.

The selected image is displayed at its regular size.

• It is possible to play back all images in all folders by pressing or during playback in thumbnail

display mode.

* In the thumbnail display mode,

] icon is displayed for the

[ movie data.

the

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Enlarging Photographed Images (Zoom Playback)

Enlarges selected portions of images being played back at two levels. Images can be displayed enlarged when being played back one image at a time. Movies and images photographed in the multi mode cannot be displayed using the zoom playback feature.

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The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor.

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Use or to select the frame you want to enlarge.

You can also select the image by the same operation as for thumbnail playback

Adjust the zoom ratio by the Zoom switch.

Pressing the Zoom switch to the “T” will enlarge the image. To return to normal magnification, press the Zoom key towards “W”. The image is displayed enlarged, and a white frame and green frame are displayed on the LCD monitor. The white frame indicates the entire image, while the green frame shows the location of the currently enlarged area.

Use , , or to select the area to enlarge.

Entire image Adjust the display area to enlarge while viewing the white and green frames.

To return to the regular display, press ENTER.

Current position of enlargement

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Auto Playback (Slideshow)

Automatically play back one image at a time in order. This feature is not supported in the movie mode.

Set the mode dial to [ ].

The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor.

Press the MENU button.

The PLAYBACK MENU is displayed.

Use or to select [SLIDE SHOW] and press .

The slideshow begins and [ ] is displayed on the LCD monitor. The next image is displayed every three seconds.

To quit the slideshow, press ENTER.

The LCD monitor displays the image when ENTER is pressed. The slideshow is repeated until ENTER is pressed.

• The Auto Power OFF function does not operate during automatic playback.

• Auto playback is available for images in all folders.

• Movies are not played back during automatic playback.

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Playback of Multi Image Pictures

Automatically plays back the 16 images photographed in the multi photography mode in quick succession.

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Set the mode dial to [ ].

The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor.

Use or to select the images photographed in the multi photography mode.

You can also select the image by the same operation as for thumbnail display.

Press the Zoom key towards “T” to begin playback.

Automatic playback begins.

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Erasing Images (Erase Frame)

Erases images one image at a time. Note: Images cannot be erased when they are protected or the SD Memory Card is write-protected.

Set the mode dial to [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ].

When [ ] is selected, the last image frame or the thumbnail display appears on the LCD monitor.

When [ ] is selected, use or to select the image to be erased.

When [ ], [ ] or [ ] is selected, only the last recorded image can be erased.

Press the erase button.

The erase icon is displayed at the left of the screen.

Use or to select [ ], and press ENTER.

This erases the image and returns to the previous mode. To cancel erasing of image data, select [ ] and press ENTER.

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Erasing Images (Erase Frame) (continued)

To continue erasing images, repeat the above procedure from step 2.

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• If you take a photograph after erasing an image, a number continuing from the last photographed

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image is assigned as the image number.

• Images can also be erased in the thumbnail mode. In this case, the camera enters the single frame playback (frame playback) mode, and enters the thumbnail playback mode after the image is erased.

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Erasing Folders (All Images in a Folder/All Folders)

Erases selected folders and all contents currently recorded to the SD Memory Card loaded on your camera. There are two ways of erasing images, by individual folders or by all folders. Note: Images cannot be erased when they are protected or when the SD Memory Card is write-protected .

The folder to be erased differs according to the position of the mode dial.

[ ] : Folder of images currently being played back [ ], [ ] or [ ] : Folder of images currently being photographed

Set the mode dial to [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ].

Set the mode dial to the type of folder you want to erase. When [ ] is selected, the last image frame or the thumbnail display appears on the LCD monitor.

Hold down the erase button for two seconds.

The erase icon is displayed at the left of the screen.

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Erasing Folders (All Images in a Folder/All Folders) (continued)

Use or to select [ ] or [ ] and press

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[ ] : Erases images in the currently selected folder and folders. [ ] : Erases all folders recorded on the SD Memory Card. The images or folders are erased, and the camera returns to the respective mode. To cancel erasing of image data, select [ ] and press ENTER. When [ ] is selected, [NO IMAGE] is displayed after all folders have been erased (unless the SD Memory Card contains protected images).

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• When all images in a folder are erased, that folder itself is also erased.

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Formatting the SD Memory Card

Formatting erases all images and reformats the SD Memory Card loaded in your camera. Protected images are also erased. SD Memory Card cannot be formatted if it is write-protected .

Set the mode dial to [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ].

When [ ] is selected, the last image frame or the thumbnail display appears on the LCD monitor.

Hold down the erase button for two seconds.

The erase icon is displayed at the left of the screen.

Use or to select [ ], and press ENTER.

To cancel formatting, select [ ] and press ENTER.

To reset the image number, use or to select [EXECUTE], and press ENTER.

To cancel resetting of image numbers, select [CANCEL].

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