Samsung DIGIMAX-A7 Cameras

User Manual - Transcript

• Page 1 - English - : Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera This manual will guide you through using the camera including capturing images downloading images and using the application software Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera ENGLISH Users Manual
• Page 2 - English - : ❾➓2❾ Instructions ❾ Use this camera in the following order Insert the USB cable Set up the camera driver Before connecting the camera to a PC via the USB cable you will need to set up the camera driver Install the camera driver that is contained in the Application SW CDROMp96 Take a picture p20 Insert the supplied USB cable into the PCs USB port and the cameras USB connection terminalp102 Check the cameras power If the power is turned off press the camera button to turn on Take a picture Check the cameras power Check Removable Disk Open Windows EXPLORER and search for Removable Diskp103 ❾ If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC the images could be damaged When transferring the images taken with the camera to your PC be sure to use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to your PC Please note that the manufacturer holds no responsibility for loss or damage of images on the memory card due to the use of a card reader
• Page 3 - English - : ❾➓3❾ Contents ❾Getting to know your camera 5 ❾About the icons 5 ❾Danger 6 ❾Warning 6 ❾Caution 7 ❾An FCC warning 7 ❾System chart 8 ❾Identification of features 10 ❾Front amp Top 10 ❾Back amp Bottom 10 ❾Side 5function button 11 ❾Mode dial 11 ❾Connecting to a Power Source 14 ❾Using the AC power adapter33V 20A 14 ❾Using the batteries 15 ❾ Instructions on how to use the memory card ❾Maintenance of the memory card 16 ❾Preserving the memory card data 16 ❾Inserting the memory card 18 ❾Removing the memory card 18 ❾LCD monitor indicator 19 ❾Starting the recording mode 20 ❾How to use the AUTO mode 20 ❾How to use the PROGRAM mode 21 ❾How to use the AS mode 21 ❾How to use the M mode 22 ❾ How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode ❾How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode 23 ❾Pausing while recording a movie clip Successive Recording 23 ❾NIGHT SCENE mode 24 ❾How to use the SCENE mode 24 ❾Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures 25 ❾Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 26 ❾POWER button ❾SHUTTER button 26 ❾ZOOM WT button 26 ❾Voice memo UP button 28 ❾Macro Down button Focusing 29 ❾Focus lock 30 ❾FLASH LEFT button 31 ❾Selftimer Right button 33 ❾MENU OK button 34 ❾ button 35 ❾ASM button Manual amp Scene mode button 38 ❾LCD button 40 ❾Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings 41 ❾How to use the menu 43 ❾Size 43 ❾Quality 44 ❾Metering 45 ❾Continuous shot 45 ❾Effect 46 ❾Sharpness 47 ❾Save Load the camera configuration MYSET 48 ❾Scene 49 ❾Starting play mode 50 ❾Playing back a still image 50 ❾Playing back a movie clip 51 ❾Playing back a recorded voice 51 ❾LCD monitor indicator 52 ❾Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 53 ❾Thumbnail Enlargement button 53 ❾Voice memo Up button 54 ❾Play amp Pause Down button 55 ❾LEFT RIGHT MENU OK button 56 ❾LCD button 56 ❾Delete button 57 READY RECORDING PLAY
• Page 4 - English - : ❾➓4❾ Contents ❾Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 58 ❾Starting the slide show 61 ❾Rotating an image 62 ❾Resize 63 ❾Protecting images 64 ❾Deleting all images 65 ❾DPOF 65 ❾DPOF STANDARD 66 ❾DPOF INDEX 66 ❾DPOF PRINT SIZE 67 ❾DPOF CANCEL 67 ❾COPY TO CARD 68 ❾PictBridge 69 ❾PictBridge Picture Selection 70 ❾PictBridge Printing 71 ❾PictBridge Print Setting 72 ❾PictBridge RESET 73 ❾Setup menu 74 ❾File name 75 ❾Auto power off 76 ❾Language 77 ❾Formatting a memory card 78 ❾Setting up the Date Time 79 ❾Date type 79 ❾Imprinting the recording date 80 ❾Function lamp 80 ❾Sound 81 ❾Selecting an External DeviceUSB 82 ❾LCD brightness 82 ❾Quick view 83 ❾InitializationRESET ALL 83 ❾Setting up the MYCAM menu 84 ❾Start up image 84 ❾Shutter sound 85 ❾Start up sound 85 ❾Important notes 86 ❾Warning indicator 88 ❾Before contacting a service center 89 ❾Specifications 92 ❾Software Notes 94 ❾System Requirements 94 ❾About the software 95 ❾Setting up the application software 96 ❾Starting PC Mode 102 ❾Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE 105 ❾Removable Disk 106 ❾Removing the removable disk 107 ❾Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 108 ❾Using the USB Driver for MAC 108 ❾Digimax Viewer 21 109 ❾Using PhotoImpression 110 ❾FAQ 111 SOFTWARE SETUP
• Page 5 - English - : ❾➓5❾ Getting to know your camera Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera ❾ Prior to using this camera please read the user manual thoroughly ❾ When you require After Sales service please bring the camera and the cause of the camera malfunction such as Batteries Memory card etc to the AS center ❾ Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to use it eg for a trip or an important event to avoid disappointment Samsung camera takes no responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction ❾ Keep the manual in a safe place ➃Microsoft Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation incorporated in the United States andor other countries ➃All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks of their respective companies This manual contains instructions on using this camera that will help you to use this camera safely and correctly This will help prevent danger and injury to others About the icons DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in a minor or moderate injury
• Page 6 - English - : ❾➓6❾ Danger ❾ Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way This may result in fire injury electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera Internal inspection maintenance and repairs should be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center ❾ Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases as this could increase the risk of explosion ❾ Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera do not use it Switch off the camera and then disconnect the power source batteries or AC Power Adapter You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock ❾ Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access points eg the memory card slot and battery chamber This may cause a fire or electric shock ❾ Do not operate this camera with wet hands This could pose a risk of electric shock ❾ Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals Positioning the flash too close to your subjects eyes may cause eyesight damage ❾ When taking photographs never point the lens of the camera directly into very strong light This may result in permanent damage to your eyesight ❾ For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to prevent accidents eg ➃Swallowing batteries or small camera accessories If an accident should occur please consult a doctor immediately ➃There is the possibility of injury from the cameras moving parts ❾ Batteries and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result in camera malfunction Should this be the case allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool ❾ Do not recharge non rechargeable batteries This may cause an explosion ❾ Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures such as a sealed vehicle direct sunlight or other places of extreme variances in temperature Exposure to extreme temperatures may adversely affect the camera❾緘s internal components and could cause a fire ❾ When in use do not cover the camera or AC Power Adapter This may cause heat to build up and distort the camera body or cause a fire Always use the camera and its accessories in a wellventilated area Warning
• Page 7 - English - : ❾➓7❾ Caution ❾ Leaking overheating or burst batteries could result in fire or injury ➃Use batteries with the correct specification for the camera ➃Do not short circuit heat or dispose of batteries in fire ➃Do not insert the batteries with the reverse polarities ❾ Remove the batteries when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time Batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte and irreparably damage the cameras components ❾ Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects Do not touch the flash after using it continuously It may cause burns ❾ Do not move the camera while it is switched on if you are using the AC Power Adapter After use always switch off the camera before unplugging the adapter from the wall socket Then make sure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving the camera Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or electric shock An FCC warning ➃This device has been tested in accordance with the limits of a class B digital device under item 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide protection against harmful interference in commercial installation This equipment generates absorbs and can emit radio frequency energy If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communication There is however no guarantee that interference will not occur in some situations Should any interference occur when this device is in operation please try one or more of the following measures ❾ Change the location and direction of any aerial ❾ Increase distance between the camera and the affected device ❾ Use a different socket away from the affected device ❾ Please contact a Samsung agent or a radio TV engineer ➃This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules ➃Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void users authority to operate the equipment
• Page 8 - English - : ❾➓8❾ System chart Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product To buy the optional equipment contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre Pouch User manual Product warranty Camera strap Software CD see p95 SD memory card see p17 DPOF compatible printersee p65 CRV3 battery AA Alkaline Batteries Rechargeable battery SNB2312 Rechargeable battery SBP1303 Battery charger SBCL1 Battery charger SBCN1 AC cord AC adapter SAC32 33V lt Included items gt
• Page 9 - English - : ❾➓9❾ System chart USB cable PictBridge compatible printersee p69 Computer see p94 For Windows ➃PC with processor better than MMX Pentium 233MHz XP Pentium II 300MHz ➃Windows 98 98SE 2000 ME XP ➃Minimum 32MB RAM XP 128MB ➃140MB of available harddisk space ➃USB port ➃CDROM drive ➃800x600 pixels 16bit colour display compatible monitor 24bit colour display recommended For Macintosh ➃Power Mac G3 or later ➃Mac OS 90 102 ➃Minimum 64MB RAM ➃110MB of available harddisk space ➃USB port ➃CDROM drive ➃QuickTime 64 or later for Movie Clip System Requirements When you connect the camera to a computer or printer you have to use the USB cable supplied with the camera or the external devices may not recognise the camera CAUTION
• Page 10 - English - : ❾➓10❾ Identification of features Front amp Top Back amp Bottom When using the digital zoom to take a picture the composition of the picture may be different depending on whether you are using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder The picture will be taken in the composition of the picture as it appears on the LCD monitor Viewfinder Flash indicator lampRed Mode dial Autofocus indicator lampGreen Zoom W button Thumbnail LCD button Zoom T button Digital zoom 5function button Tripod socket ASMManual amp Scene mode button Play mode button DC input connection port USB connection port LCD monitor DELETE button Shutter button Power button Microphone Speaker Lens Mode dial Viewfinder Flash Function lamp
• Page 11 - English - : ❾➓11❾ Identification of features ❾ PROGRAM mode Please select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user interaction Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings You can still manually configure all functions except the iris and shutter speed ❾ AUTO mode ❾ You can select the desired working mode by using the mode dial located on the top of the camera This digital camera has 8 recording modes These are listed below Side 5function button Mode dial Battery chamber Memory card slot Battery chamber cover FLASH LEFT button MENU OK button MACRO DOWN button SELFTIMER RIGHT button Voice memo UP button
• Page 12 - English - : ❾➓12❾ Identification of features Aperture priority Shutter priority mode The Aperture and Shutter can be set manually in the AS mode ❾ AS mode Manual mode The Aperture value Shutter speed and various functions can be set manually in this mode ❾ M mode A voice recording can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allowsMax 1 hour Voice recording file type wav ❾ VOICE RECORDING mode A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows Image size 640X480 320X240 160X120user selectable Movie clip file type avi ❾ MOVIE CLIP mode Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations including portrait children landscape text closeup sunset dawn backlight fireworks beach scenes and snowscape ❾ SCENE mode This mode is used at night or against a dark background ❾ NIGHT SCENE mode
• Page 13 - English - : ❾➓13❾ Identification of features ❾ Function lampamp Selftimer lamp Function Description For the first 7 seconds the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals For the final 3 seconds the lamp blinks quickly at 025second intervals The lamp will function while using the selftimer even if the configuration is set to off the lampBased on 10second Selftimer see p 33 Function lamp blinks and then turns off when the camera is ready to take a picture Function lamp blinks once Function lamp blinks at a 1second interval MODE Icon Icon MODE SCENE AUTO PROGRAM AS M VOICE RECORDING MOVIE CLIP NIGHT SCENE PLAY CHILDREN ❾ Mode icons LANDSCAPE CLOSE UP TEXT PORTRAIT SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACHamp SNOW Color Status Camera Status Blinking Recording Mode lightly press the shutter button Not focused PC Mode Transmitting Data Recording Mode lightly press the shutter button Focused On Green Color Status Camera Status Blinking Flash in the process of charging Flash ready On Red ❾ Auto focus indicator lamp ❾ Flash indicator lamp Color Status Camera Status On Turned off the LCD with the LCD button PC Mode When the USB cable is inserted Green ❾ Mode dial lamp While the self timer is functioning Power on After taking a picture While movie recording While voice recording
• Page 14 - English - : ❾➓14❾ Connecting to a Power Source Important information about battery usage ❾ It is easy to buy alkaline batteries However the duration for using batteries varies in accordance with the battery manufacturer or the photographic conditions ❾ When the camera is not used turn off the camera power ❾ Do not recharge the non rechargeable batteries It may cause an explosion ❾ Please remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for long periods Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to leaking if kept inside the camera ❾ We recommend high capacity ALKALINE batteries as manganese batteries cannot deliver sufficient power ❾ Low temperatures below 0❾ can affect the performance of the batteries and you may experience reduced battery life ❾ Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures ❾ Do not use old and new batteries at the same time ❾ During extended use of the camera the camera body may become warm This is perfectly normal INFORMATION If you have access to a mains supply using an AC Adapter 33V 20A allows the camera to be used for long periods of time Plug the adapter into the connection point DC IN 33V on the camera Remove the batteries from the camera when using an AC adapter Using the AC power adapter 33V 20A ❾ There are two ways in which to provide the camera with power You can use batteries or alternatively you can use an AC100 250V Adapter DC 33V 20A ❾ We recommend using batteries for a digital camera Within a year from the date of manufacture The batteries are listed below Non rechargeable batteries AA type Alkaline NiMn NiZn Lithium CRV3 type Lithium Rechargeable batteries AA type NiMHSamsung SNB2312 recommended NiCdover 1000mAh CRV3 type Samsung SBP1303Lithium Ion battery
• Page 15 - English - : ❾➓15❾ Connecting to a Power Source Battery status Battery indicator The batteries are fully charged Prepare new batteries There is no battery capacity Replace with new batteries ❾ There are 3 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor 3 To close the battery chamber cover push it until it clicks 2 Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity 1 Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in the direction of the arrow If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted batteries please check whether the batteries are inserted with the correct polarity Using the batteries Inserting the AA type battery Inserting the CRV3 type battery ❾ Always turn off the power before taking the AC adapter out of the mains supply ❾ As with all mains powered devices safety is important Ensure that neither the camera nor adapter comes into contact with water or metallic materials ❾ Please ensure that you use an AC adapter 33V 20A with the correct specification for the camera Failure to do so may affect your warranty DANGER
• Page 16 - English - : ❾➓16❾ Instructions on how to use the memory card ❾ Be sure to format the memory card see p 78 if you are using a newly purchased memory for the first time if it contains data that the camera cannot recognize or if it contains images captured with a different camera ❾ Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or removed ❾ Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory cards performance Should this be the case you will need to purchase a new memory card Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty ❾ The memory card is an electronic precision device Do not bend drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact ❾ Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or magnetic fields eg near loud speakers or TV receivers ❾ Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes in temperature ❾ Do not allow the memory card to become dirty or to come into contact with any liquid Should this happen clean the memory card with a soft cloth ❾ Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use ❾ During and after periods of extended use you may notice that the memory card is warm This is perfectly normal ❾ Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera or memory card reader ❾ Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader Maintenance of the memory card ❾ If the memory card is subjected to any of the following the recorded data may become corrupted When the memory card is used incorrectly If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed while recording deleting formatting or reading ❾ Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data ❾ It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as backup eg floppy disks hard disks CD etc ❾ If there is insufficient memory available If you press the shutter button for the shot a CARD FULL message will appear and the camera will not operate To optimize the amount of memory in the camera replace the memory card or delete unnecessary images stored on the memory Preserving the memory card data
• Page 17 - English - : ❾➓17❾ Instructions on how to use the memory card ❾ If you open the battery chamber cover when the camera power is turned on the power will turn off automatically ❾ Dont remove the memory card when the Auto focus lampGreen is blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card INFORMATION SDSecure Digital memory card Write protect switch Label Card pins ❾ The camera can use SD Memory Cards and MMC Multi Media Card The SD memory card has a write protect switch that prevents image files from being deleted or formatted By sliding the switch to the bottom of the SD memory card the data will be protected By sliding the switch to the top of the SD memory card the data protection will be canceled Slide the switch to the top of the SD memory card before taking a picture ❾ When using a 32MB internal memory the specified shooting capacity will be as follows These figures are approximate as image capacities can be affected by variables such as subject matter Mode Quality Size 3072 2816 2592 2272 2048 1600 1024 640 640 320 160 SUPER FINE 7 8 10 13 16 26 64 162 FINE 14 16 19 26 32 52 95 205 NORMAL 21 25 30 39 47 65 127 244 30FPS 44SEC 1MIN 36SEC 5MIN 1SEC 15FPS 1MIN 13SEC 3MIN 1SEC 8MIN 50SEC STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode
• Page 18 - English - : ❾➓18❾ Inserting the memory card 1 Turn the power off using the power button Open the battery chamber cover and press the memory card as shown in the image and release 2 Remove the memory card and close the battery chamber cover 3 To close push the battery chamber cover until you hear a click If the memory card does not slide in smoothly do not attempt to insert it by force Check the direction of insertion and then insert it correctly Do not insert the memory card the wrong way round Doing so may damage the memory card slot 2 Have the front of the memory card facing toward the back of the camera LCD monitor and the card pins toward the front of the camera lens and then push the memory card into the card slot until you hear a click 1 Turn off the cameras power and pull the battery chamber cover in the direction of the arrow to open Removing the memory card
• Page 19 - English - : 19 LCD monitor indicator Image amp Full Status No Description Icons Page 1 Battery p15 3 Continuous shot p45 4 Flash p31 5 Selftimer p33 6 Macro p29 7 Metering p45 8 Card inserted indicator 9 Auto focus frame 10 Camera shake warning p25 11 Date Time 20050101 0100 PM 12 Exposure compensation p37 13 White Balance p36 The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections Recording mode p1112 p49 AEB
• Page 20 - English - : 20 LCD monitor indicator ISO p35 Sharpness p47 Image quality p44 Image size 3072 2816 2592 2272 2048 1600 1024 640 p43 Number of available shots remaining Remaining time Movie clip Voice recording 000044 005900 Voice memo p28 Optical zoom Digital Zoom rate Starting the recording mode 1 Insert the batteriesp15 Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity 2 Insert the memory card p18 3 Close the battery chamber cover 4 Press the power button to turn on the camera If the datetime that is displayed on the LCD monitor is incorrect reset the datetime before taking a picture 5 Select the AUTO mode by rotating the mode dial 6 Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor 7 Press the shutter button to capture an image How to use the AUTO mode AUTO mode If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter button down half way it means that the camera cannot focus on the subject Should this be the case the camera is unable to capture an image clearly INFORMATION
• Page 21 - English - : 21 How to use the PROGRAM mode Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings You can still manually configure all functions except the iris and shutter speed Steps from 14 are the same as those for AUTO mode 5 Select the PROGRAM mode by rotating the mode dial 6 Press the menu button to configure advanced functions such as image size p43 quality p44 metering p45 continuous shooting p45 picture effects p46 sharpnessp47 and MYSETp48 settings 7 Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor 8 Press the shutter button to capture an image Starting the recording mode PROGRAM mode How to use the AS mode The Aperture and Shutter can be set manually in this mode Steps from 14 are the same as those for AUTO mode 5 Select the AS mode by rotating the mode dial 6 Use the ASM UpDownLeftRight buttons to select Aperture Value and Shutter speed Please see page 38 for details on Aperture and Shutter speed setting 7 Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor 8 Press the shutter button to capture an image AS mode
• Page 22 - English - : 22 Starting the recording mode How to use the M mode The Aperture and Shutter can be set manually in this mode Steps from 14 are the same as those for AUTO mode 5 Select the M mode by rotating the mode dial 6 Use the ASM UpDownLeftRight buttons to select Aperture Value and Shutter speed Please see page 39 for details on Aperture and Shutter speed setting 7 Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor 8 Press the shutter button to capture an image If the M mode is selected a bar to indicate the exposure value will display on the bottom of the LCD monitor M mode How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode Steps from 14 are the same as those for AUTO mode 5 Select the VOICE RECORDING mode by rotating the mode dial 6 Press the shutter button to record a voice Press the shutter button once and voice is recorded for as long as the available recording timeMax 1 hour allows The recording time will be displayed on the LCD monitor Voice will still be recorded if the shutter button is released If you wish to stop recording press the shutter button again File type wav A distance of 40cm between you and the camera microphone is the best distance to record sound The auto focus indicator lampGreen blinks during voice recording VOICE RECORDING mode STARTSHUTTER STANDBY
• Page 23 - English - : 23 Starting the recording mode MOVIE CLIP mode How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode Steps from 14 are the same as those for AUTO mode 5 Select the MOVIE CLIP mode by rotating the mode dial 6 The MOVIE CLIP mode icon and available recording time will display on the LCD monitor 7 Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor Press the shutter button and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released Recording time will display on the LCD monitor If you wish to stop recording press the shutter button again Image size and type are listed below Image size 640x480 320 x 240 160x120Selectable File type avi Pausing while recording a movie clip Successive Recording This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted scenes while recording a movie clip Using this function you can record your favorite scenes into a movie clip without having to create multiple movie clips Using Successive Recording Steps from 16 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP mode 7 Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor Press the shutter button and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released 8 Press the Pause button to pause recording 9 Press the Pause button again to resume the recording 10 If you wish to stop recording press the shutter button again Successive recording of a movie clip
• Page 24 - English - : 24 Starting the recording mode How to use the SCENE mode Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations including portrait children landscape text closeup sunset dawn backlight fireworks beach scenes and snowscape Steps from 14 are the same as those for AUTO mode 5 Select the SCENE mode by rotating the mode dial 6 Press the ASMManual amp Scene mode button and use the LeftRight buttons to select the sub menu 7 After selecting a desired sub menu press the ASMManual amp Scene mode button or OK button 8 The current scene icon is displayed at the top left of the LCD 9 Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor 10 Press the shutter button to capture an image SCENE mode NIGHT SCENE mode This mode is used at night or against a dark background It is possible that camera shake will occur If this is the case use a tripod to eliminate this Use the ASM UpDownLeftRight buttons to select Aperture Value and Shutter speed Please see page 38 for details on Aperture and Shutter speed setting NIGHT SCENE mode
• Page 25 - English - : 25 Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures Pressing the shutter button down half way Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition the camera shake warning indicator may appear on the LCD monitor In this case use a tripod support the camera on a solid surface or change the flash mode to flash shot mode Backlight compensated shots When taking an outdoor shot avoid facing the sun as the image may be dark because of the strong backlight To take a picture against the sun please use the BACKLIGHT in the scene shooting mode see page 49 Fillin flash see page 31 Spot metering see page 45 or Exposure compensation see page 37 Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image As there can be some differences between what is seen through the Viewfinder and the resulting image when taken at a range closer than 15m it is recommended that you use the LCD monitor to compose these shots Using the LCD monitor extensively will drain the batteries We recommend turning off the LCD monitor and using the optical viewfinder as often as possible in order to extend battery life Under certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform as expected When photographing a subject that has little contrast If the subject is highly reflective or shiny If the subject is moving at high speed When there is strong reflected light or when the background is very bright When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is very narrow such as a stick or flagpole When the surroundings are dark Lightly press the shutter button Press the shutter button
• Page 26 - English - : 26 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera The RECORDING mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons Used for turning the cameras power on off To turn on the camera power press the power button If there is no operation during the specified time the cameras power will be turned off automatically to save battery life Pressing the power button for over 3 seconds will deactivate the startup sound and sound function POWER button Used for taking an image or recording voice in the RECORDING mode In MOVIE CLIP mode Pressing the shutter button down fully starts the process for recording a movie clip Press the shutter button once and the movie clip is recorded for as long as the available recording time in the memory allows If you wish to stop recording press the shutter button again In STILL IMAGE mode Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the auto focus and checks the condition of the flash Pressing the shutter button down fully takes the image and stores the relevant data regarding the shot If you select voice memo recording the recording will start after the camera has finished storing the image data SHUTTER button ZOOM WT button If the menu is not displayed this button works as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button
• Page 27 - English - : 27 ZOOM WT button This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 5X digital zoom function Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 15X TELE Zoom Optical zoom TELE Pressing the ZOOM T button This will zoom into the subject ie the subject will appear nearer Digital zoom TELE When the maximum 3X optical zoom is selected pressing the ZOOM T button activates the digital zoom software Releasing ZOOM T button stops the digital zooming at the required setting Once the maximum digital zoom 5X is achieved pressing the ZOOM T button will have no effect You can check the digital zoom rate with the X11 X 50 numerical mark next to the zoom bar WIDE zoom TELE zoom Digital zoom 20X Pressing the ZOOM T button Pressing the ZOOM T button WIDE Zoom Optical zoom WIDE Pressing the ZOOM W button This will zoom out from the subject ie the subject will appear further away Pressing the ZOOM W button continuously will set the camera to its minimum zoom setting ie the subject appears at its furthest from the camera Digital zoom WIDE When the digital zoom is in operation pressing the ZOOM W button will reduce the digital zooming in steps Releasing ZOOM W button stops digital zooming Pressing the ZOOM W button will reduce the digital zoom and then it will continue to reduce the optical zoom until the minimum setting is reached TELE zoom Optical zoom 2X WIDE zoom Pressing the ZOOM W button Pressing the ZOOM W button Digital zoom 50X Digital zoom 20X TELE zoom Pressing the ZOOM W button Pressing the ZOOM W button Optical zoom Digital zoom
• Page 28 - English - : 28 ZOOM WT button To use the digital zoom the LCD monitor has to be turned on Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process Allow time for this to take place Digital Zoom will not work in Night Scene mode You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom The zoom function cant be activated during the movie clip recording Take care not to touch the lens to avoid taking an unclear image and possibly causing camera malfunction If the image is dim turn the camera power off and on again to modify the lens position Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera malfunction When the camera is turned on take care not to touch the cameras moving lens parts as this may cause the resulting image to be dim and unclear Take care not to touch the lens during zoom operation as this may cause damage INFORMATION Voice memo UP button While the menu is showing press the UP button to move up the submenu cursor When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor the UP button operates as the voice memo button You can add your voiceover to a stored still image Recording a voice memo 1 Rotate the MODE DIAL to select a RECORDING mode with the exception of MOVIE CLIP and VOICE RECORDING modes 2 Press the VOICE MEMO button If the voice memo indicator is displayed on the LCD monitor the setting is completed Recording Voice Memo Preparing for Voice Memo STOPSHUTTER REC
• Page 29 - English - : 29 Voice memo UP button 3 Press the shutter button and take a picture The picture is stored on the memory card 4 Voice memo will be recorded for ten seconds from the moment the picture is stored In the middle of the sound recording pressing the shutter button will stop the voice memo A distance of 40cm between you and the camera microphone is the best distance to record sound INFORMATION When the macro mode is selected it is possible that camera shake will occur If this is the case use a tripod to eliminate this When you take a picture within 25cmMACRO focus select the FLASH OFF mode INFORMATION While the menu is showing press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to a submenu or to move down the submenu cursor When the menu is not showing you can use the MACRO DOWN button to take macro pictures within the distance range of 480cm Types of focus modes and focus ranges W Wide T Tele Macro Down buttonFocusing Focus type Auto Macro Focus range 80cm Infinity W 4 80cm T 25 80cm Auto focus Macro
• Page 30 - English - : 30 Macro Down buttonFocusing Available focusing method by recording mode O Selectable X Not selectable Infinity focus range Focus lock To focus on the subject positioned outside of the center use the focus lock function Using the Focus Lock 1 Ensure the subject in the center of the autofocus frame 2 Press the SHUTTER button halfway When the green auto lights up it means the camera is focused on the subject Be careful not to press the SHUTTER button all the way down to avoid taking an unwanted pictured 3 With the SHUTTER button still pressed down only halfway move the camera to recompose your picture as desired and then press the SHUTTER button completely to take the picture If you release your finger from the SHUTTER button the focus lock function will be canceled The image to be captured Press the SHUTTER button halfway and focus on the subject Recompose the picture and fully depress the SHUTTER button Mode Auto Macro Mode Auto Macro OOOOOOO OOOOOOX OO XX O O XXXOOXXXXX
• Page 31 - English - : 31 FLASH LEFT button WIDE TELE WIDE TELE 0830 0820 02508 02508 Unit m Selecting the Auto flash Flash range When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor pressing the LEFT button makes the cursor shift to the left tab When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor the LEFT button operates as the FLASH button Selecting the flash mode 1 Rotate the MODE DIAL to select a RECORDING mode with the exception of MOVIE CLIP and VOICE RECORDING modes 2 Press the Flash button until the desired flash mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor 3 A flash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD monitor Use the correct flash to suit the environment ISO AUTO MACROAUTOFOCUS Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the batteries Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is normally within 6 seconds If the batteries are weak the charging time will be longer During the continuous shot movie clip mode the flash function will not operate Take photographs within the flash range The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly reflective The LCD monitor is turned off for a while after using the flash to recharge it INFORMATION
• Page 32 - English - : 32 FLASH LEFT button Icon Flash mode Description Flash mode indicator Available flash mode by recording mode If the subject or background is dark the camera flash will operate automatically Auto flash Auto amp Red eye reduction Fill in flash Slow synchro Flash off If a subject or background is dark the camera flash will work automatically and will reduce the redeye effect by using the red eye reduction function The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow shutter speed in order to obtain the correct exposure We recommend using a tripod for this function When you take an image in a condition with poor light the camera shake warning indicator will display on the LCD monitor The flash fires regardless of available light The intensity of the flash will be controlled according to the prevailing conditions The brighter the background or subject is the less intense the flash will be The flash does not fire Select this mode when capturing images in a place or situation where flash photography is prohibited When you capture an image in a poorly lit condition the camera shake warning indicator will display on the LCD monitor OOXXOXXXXXXXXXXO OOXXOXOOXXXXXXXX XOOOOXXXXXXXXOXX XOOOOOXXXXXXXXXX OOOOOOOOOOOOOXOX
• Page 33 - English - : 33 Selftimer Right button Selecting the selftimer 1 Rotate the MODE DIAL to select a RECORDING mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode 2 Press the SELFTIMER button until the desired mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor A 2 second 10 second or double selftimer icon appears on the LCD monitor In Movie Clip mode only the 10 second selftimer will work 2SEC selftimer Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 2 seconds before the image is taken 10SEC selftimer Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 10 seconds before the image is taken Double selftimer A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a second picture will be taken When using the flash the 2second selftimer may be delayed for longer than 2 seconds depending on the flash charge time 3 When you press the SHUTTER button the picture will be taken after the specified time has elapsed When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor pressing the Right button makes the cursor shift to the right tab When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor the RIGHT button operates as the Self timer button This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the image Selecting the 10 SEC selftimer The default is OFF When taking a picture using the selftimer the function lamp works as follows 2 second selftimer setting The function lamp blinks at 025 second interval for 2 seconds 10 second selftimer setting The function lamp blinks at 1 second interval for the first 7 seconds It blinks at 025 second interval for the remaining 3 seconds If you operate the Power button Mode dial Play mode button Selftimer button and shutter button during the selftimer operation the selftimer function is cancelled INFORMATION
• Page 34 - English - : 34 MENU OK button MENU button When you press the MENU button a menu related to each camera mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor Pressing it again will return the LCD to the initial display A menu option can be displayed when the following are selected AUTO PROGRAM AS M MOVIE CLIP NIGHT SCENE and SCENE There is no menu available when the VOICE RECORDING mode is selected OK button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor this button is used for shifting the cursor to the sub menu or for confirming data Menu off Menu on Pressing the MENU button The menu will not be displayed on the LCD monitor in the following circumstances When another button is being operated While image data is being processed when the green LED next to the viewfinder blinks When there is no battery capacity When the menu is showing on the LCD monitor it is not possible to operate the shutter button ie capture an image To capture an image simply cancel the menu display by pressing the MENU button INFORMATION SIZE 3072X2304 2816X2112 2592X1944 2272X1704
• Page 35 - English - : 35 button You can use the button to adjust the values for the ISO white balance and exposure compensation Main menu Sub menu Available camera mode 20 00 2005EV stepsExposure compensation ISO WHITE BALANCE AUTO DAYLIGHT CLOUDY FLUORESCENT H FLUORESCENT L TUNGSTEN CUSTOM AUTO 100 200 400 Selecting an ISO Sensitivity 1 Press the button and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the ISO icon The ISO menu bar will appear as shown 2 Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the desired ISO sensitivity value AUTO The cameras sensitivity is automatically changed by variables such as lighting value or subject brightness 100 200 400 You can increase the shutter speed while the same amount of light is present by increasing the ISO sensitivity However the image may be saturated in high luminance The higher the ISO value the higher the cameras sensitivity to light is and therefore the greater its capacity to take pictures in dark conditions However the noise level in the image will increase as the ISO value increases making the image appear coarse 3 When you press the button again the value you set will be saved and ISO setup mode will end ISO You can select the ISO sensitivity when taking pictures The speed or specific lightsensitivity of a camera is rated by ISO numbers
• Page 36 - English - : 36 button White balance The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear more natural looking Selecting a White Balance 1 Press the button and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the white balance icon The white balance menu bar will appear as shown 2 Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the white balance to the desired value The value you set will be displayed on the LCD monitor AUTO The camera automatically selects the appropriate white balance settings depending on the prevailing lighting conditions DAYLIGHT For taking images outside CLOUDY For taking images under a cloudy and overcast sky Fluorescent H For shooting under daylight fluorescent types of threeway fluorescent lighting Fluorescent L Shooting under white fluorescent lighting TUNGSTEN For shooting under tungsten standard light bulb lighting CUSTOM Allows the user to set the white balance according to the shooting condition Different lighting conditions may cause a colour cast on your images 3 Press the button again The value you set will be saved and White Balance setup mode will end
• Page 37 - English - : 37 button Using the Custom White Balance White balance settings may vary slightly depending on the shooting environment You can select the most appropriate white balance setting for a given shooting environment by setting up the custom white balance 1 Select the CUSTOM menu of the White Balance and press the OK button 2 Place a sheet of white paper in front of the camera so that the LCD monitor shows only white and then press the SHUTTER button 3 Press the OK button and your custom white balance value is stored The custom white balance value will be applied starting with the next picture you take The user configured white balance will be remain effective until it is overwritten White paper Exposure compensation This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions You can also select the exposure value by using the button Compensating Exposure 1 Press the button and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the exposure compensation icon The exposure compensation menu bar will appear as shown 2 Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the desired exposure compensation factor 3 Press the button again The value you set will be saved and the Exposure Compensation setup mode will close If you change the exposure value the exposure indicator will be displayed on the bottom of the LCD monitor A negative exposure compensation value reduces the exposure Note that a positive exposure compensation value increases the exposure and the LCD monitor will appear white or you may not get good pictures
• Page 38 - English - : 38 ASM buttonManual amp Scene mode button You can use the ASM button to select the Aperture Value and Shutter speed in the Night scene mode Using the ASM button in the Night scene mode 1 Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the NIGHT SCENE mode 2 Press the ASM button and the aperture value or shutter speed is turned green 3 Press the UPDOWN button to select the shutter speed The aperture value will be changed automatically Press the RIGHTLEFT button to select the aperture value The shutter speed will be changed automatically 4 Press the ASM button again The value you set will be saved and the mode will switch to NIGHT SCENE mode Press the SHUTTER button to take the picture You can use the ASM button to select the Aperture Value and Shutter speed in the AS and M mode Using the ASM button in the AS mode 1 Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the AS mode 2 Press the ASM button and the aperture value or shutter speed is turned green 3 Press the UPDOWN button to select the shutter speedShutter priority mode and press the RIGHTLEFT button to select the aperture valueAperture priority mode 4 Press the ASM button again The value you set will be saved and the mode will switch to AS mode Press the SHUTTER button to take the picture
• Page 39 - English - : 39 ASM buttonManual amp Scene mode button Using the ASM button in the M mode 1 Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the M mode 2 Press the ASM button and the aperture value and shutter speed is turned green 3 Press the UP DOWN LEFT RIGHT button to select the aperture value and shutter speed UP DOWN button selecting the shutter speed LEFT RIGHT button selecting the aperture value 4 Press the ASM button again The value you set will be saved and the mode will switch to M mode Press the SHUTTER button to take the picture Press left button Aperture Value SmallLarge Press right button Shutter Speed Slow Press up button Fast Press down button Aperture values and shutter speeds changed by zoom scale are listed below F 27 1 S Supported Aperture Values AUTO F27 F11 Supported Shutter Speeds AUTO 12000 15S
• Page 40 - English - : 40 ASM buttonManual amp Scene mode button Image amp full information Image amp basic information LCD off You can check the recording status in the LCD monitor Toggle the LCD button in shooting mode except in voice recording mode to display the next LCD information displayed If the LCD monitor is turned off the mode dial lamp will light up Pressing the LCD button Pressing the LCD button Pressing the LCD button LCD button You can use the ASM button to select the desired scene in the Scene mode Using the ASM button in the Scene mode 1 Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the Scene mode 2 Press the ASM button and then a menu will be displayed as shown alongside Press the leftright button to select a desired scene Selectable scene menu Portrait Children Landscape Text Closeup Sunset Dawn Backlight Fireworks and Beach amp Snow Please see page 49 for details on each scene menus 3 Press the ASM or OK button to confirm the selection PORTRAIT
• Page 41 - English - : 41 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings You can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions In any mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor The following functions are available depending on the mode you have selected The menu will not be displayed on the LCD monitor in the following circumstances When another button is being operated While image data is being processed when the green LED next to the viewfinder blinks When there is no battery capacity When the menu is showing on the LCD monitor it is not possible to operate the shutter button ie capture an image To capture an image simply cancel the menu display by pressing the MENU button INFORMATION The items indicated by are default settings Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Camera working mode Page 3072X2304 2816X2112 2592X1944 2272X1704 2048X1536 1600X1200 1024X768 640X480 640X480 320X240 160X120 S FINE FINE NORMAL 30FPS 15FPS SIZE QUALITY p43 p44
• Page 42 - English - : 42 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings Menus are subject to change without prior notice EFFECT SHARPNESS p45 p46 p47 p48 MYSET LOAD MYSET1 MYSET2 MYSET3 SAVE SHOOTING METERING p45 Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Camera working mode Page MULTI SPOT SINGLE 2 SHOTS 4 SHOTS 8 SHOTS AEB NORMAL B amp W SEPIA RGB SOFT NORMAL VIVID
• Page 43 - English - : 43 How to use the menu 3 Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a sub menu 4 Select a sub menu and then press the OK button The value you set will be saved and the menu will disappear 1 Turn on the camera and press the MENU button A menu for each camera mode appears However there is no menu for Voice Recording mode 2 Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to navigate through the menus Press the LEFT or RIGHT button QUALITY SFINE FINE NORMAL SIZE 3072X2304 3072 2816X2112 2592X1944 2272X1704 METERING MULTI SPOT Press the LEFT or RIGHT button Press the UP or DOWN button SIZE 3072X2304 3072 2816X2112 2592X1944 2272X1704 SIZE 3072X2304 2816X2112 2816 2592X1944 2272X1704 Press the UP or DOWN button SIZE 3072X2304 2816X2112 2592X1944 2592 2272X1704 3072 3072 NOR Size You can select the image size appropriate for your application PROGRAM mode MOVIE CLIP mode SIZE 3072X2304 3072 2816X2112 2592X1944 2272X1704 SIZE 640X480 640 320X240 160X120 NOR Mode Icon 3072 2816 2592 2272 2048 1600 1024 640 640 320 160 Size 3072X2304 2816X2112 2592X1944 2272X1704 2048X1536 1600X1200 1024X768 640X480 640X480 320X240 160X120 STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode
• Page 44 - English - : 44 Size You can select the compression ratio appropriate for your application of the captured images The higher the compression ratio the lower the picture quality Mode Icon 30F 15F Sub menu SFINE FINE NORMAL 30FPS 15FPS File Format jpeg jpeg jpeg avi avi STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode SFINE is the highest quality and NORMAL is the lowest setting Choose the setting appropriate for your needs This file format complies with the DCFDesign rule for Camera File system JPEG Joint Photographic Experts Group JPEG is the image compression standard developed by the Joint Photographic Experts Group This type of compression is most commonly used for compressing photos and graphics because it can compress the files efficiently without damaging the data The movie clip frame rate can be varied by subject matter and memory card type If you select 640X480 size and 30FPS frame rate we recommend using an SD memory card INFORMATION PROGRAM mode MOVIE CLIP mode QUALITY SFINE FINE NORMAL FRAME RATE 15FPS 30FPS 640 NOR Quality The higher the resolution the lower the number of available shots will be because high resolution images require more memory than lower resolution images The selectable image sizes in the AUTO mode are listed below P3072X2304 For printing the image M1600X1200 For saving the image to a PC E640X480 For sending the image by email INFORMATION
• Page 45 - English - : 45 Metering If you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions you can change the metering method to take brighter pictures MULTI Exposure will be calculated based on an average of the available light in the image area However the calculation will be biased towards the centre of the image area This is suitable for general use SPOT Only the rectangular area in the center of the LCD monitor will be metered for light This is suitable when the subject in the center is exposed correctly regardless of the back lighting The default metering mode is Multi pattern metering If the subject is not the centre of the focus area do not use the spot metering as this may result in an exposure error In this circumstance rather use exposure compensation INFORMATION Continuous shot Select the number of pictures in continuous shooting SINGLE Take one picture only 2 4 8 SHOTS Take the set number of pictures with one push of the shutter Continuous shooting mode is cleared after one shooting AEB Take three pictures in a series in different exposures short exposure 05EV standard exposure 00EV and over exposure 05EV Use the mode if it is hard to decide exposure of the object SHOOTING SINGLE 2 SHOTS 4 SHOTS 8 SHOTS NOR PROGRAM mode METERING MULTI SPOT 3072 NOR
• Page 46 - English - : 46 Continuous shot By using the cameras digital processor it is possible to add special effects to your images PROGRAM mode MOVIE CLIP mode NORMAL No effect is added to the image B amp W Converts the image to black and white SEPIA Captured images will be stored in a sepia tonea gradient of yellowish brown colours RGB Allows the user to adjust the RRed GGreen and BBlue values of the images to be captured EFFECT NORMAL NOR B amp W SEPIA RGB EFFECT NORMAL NOR B amp W SEPIA RGB Effect Available maximum number of continuous shots by image size quality type High resolution and picture quality increases file saving time which increases standby time If the 2 4 8 SHOTS or AEB sub menu is selected the flash will be off automatically If you change the image size and quality after selecting the number of continuous shots the SHOOTING sub menu will be changed to the SINGLE automatically Unit shot SFINE FINE NORMAL 3072X2304 2 2 2 2816X2112 2 2 2 2592X1944 2 2 2 2272X1704 2 2 2 2048X1536 2 2 2 1600X1200 4 8 8 1024X768 8 8 8 640X480 8 8 8 quality size
• Page 47 - English - : 47 Effect You can adjust the sharpness of the picture you want to take You cannot check the sharpness effect on the LCD monitor before you take a picture because this function is applied only when the captured image is stored on the memory PROGRAM mode Sub menu Icon Description The edges of the image are softened This effect is suitable for editing images on your PC The edges of the image are sharp This is suitable for printing The edges of the image are emphasized The edges will appear sharp but noise may occur in the recorded image VIVID NORMAL SOFT SHARPNESS SOFT NORMAL VIVID NOR Sharpness Setting RGB Values 1 Select the RGB sub menu and then press the OK button The RGB menu bar will appear as shown 2 Use the UP DOWN LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the desired RGB value UpDown Button Navigates between R G and B icons LeftRight Button Changes value of each icon 3 When you press the OK button the value you set will be saved and RGB setup mode will end EXITSH1 SETOK
• Page 48 - English - : 48 Save Load the camera configurationMYSET PROGRAM mode MYSET LOAD SAVE CANCEL MYSET1 NOR Use the MYSET mode to save frequently used camera settings SAVE and use it later LOAD Saving the camera configuration Available in the PROGRAM mode 1 Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the PROGRAM mode and press the menu button 2 Press the LeftRight buttons to select the MYSET menu tap 3 Press the UpDown buttons to select the SAVE menu and press the right button 4 Press the UpDown buttons to select desired MYSET slot number to save 5 Press the OK button to save the current configuration in the selected MYSET slot MOVE CHANGE Loading the saved camera configuration available in the PROGRAM mode 1 Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the PROGRAM mode and press the menu button 2 Press the LeftRight buttons to select the MYSET menu tap 3 Press the UpDown buttons to select the LOAD menu and press the right button 4 Press the UpDown buttons to select desired MYSET slot number to load 5 Press the OK button to set the camera configuration as saved in the MYSET slot The current MYSET slot number is displayed in the top left of the LCD If you select CANCEL in the LOAD menu the MYSET mode will be canceled PROGRAM mode MYSET LOAD SAVE CANCEL MYSET1 NOR MOVE CHANGE
• Page 49 - English - : 49 Scene Sub menu Icon Description CHILDREN PORTRAIT LANDSCAPE CLOSE UP SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACH amp SNOW Select the SCENE submenu to automatically configure optimal settings depending on the selected scene Only available in the Scene Mode Take a still picture of capturing moving children To take picture of a person Closeup shooting for small objects such as plants and insects Splendor of the setting sun Scenery with green woods or blue sky Portrait with scenery background Daybreak scenes Portrait without shadows caused by back light Firework scenes TEXT Use this mode to shoot a document For ocean lake and beach scenes and snowscapes When closeup sunset dawn fireworks scene mode are selected it is possible that camera shake will occur If you think this will happen use a tripod INFORMATION PORTRAIT
• Page 50 - English - : 50 Starting play mode If the memory card is inserted in the camera all the camera functions apply only to the memory card If the memory card is not inserted in the camera all the camera functions apply only to the internal memory If you have turned on the camera by pressing the POWER button you can press the PLAY MODE button once to switch to Play mode and press it again to switch to Recording mode You can turn the power on with the play mode button The camera is turned on in play mode Press the play mode button again to switch to shooting mode You can set up the PLAY mode function by using the camera buttons and LCD monitor 3 Select an image that you want to play back by pressing the LEFT RIGHT button Press and hold the Left or Right button to fast forward the images played 2 The last image stored on the memory is displayed on the LCD monitor Playing back a still image 1 Select the PLAY mode by pressing the play mode button Even if the camera s power is off you can start the play mode by pressing the play mode button Lightly press the shutter button in Play mode to switch to the currently set shooting mode with the mode dial INFORMATION