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All example procedures in this User’s Guide are based
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Digital Camera
EX-Z30/EX-Z40
User’s Guide
K871PCM1DMX-2
Thank you for purchasing this CASIO
Product.
Before using it, be sure to read the
precautions contained in this Users Guide.
Keep the Users Guide in a safe place for
future reference.
For the most up-to-date information about
this product, visit the official Exilim Website
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INTRODUCTION
Unpacking
Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your
dealer as soon as possible.
Rechargeable lithium ion battery
(NP-40)
USB Cradle
(CA-24)
USB Cable Basic Reference
Camera
Strap
Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type)
AC power cord
*
* The shape of the AC
power cord plug varies
according to country or
geographic area.
Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera.
Special AC Adaptor (Plug-in Type)
CD-ROM
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Contents
2 INTRODUCTION
Unpacking .................................................................... 2
Features ....................................................................... 9
Precautions .................................................................11
General Precautions 11
Test for proper operation before using the camera! 13
Data Error Precautions 13
Operating conditions 13
Condensation 14
Lens 14
Other 14
15 QUICK START GUIDE
First, charge the battery! ............................................ 15
To configure display language and clock settings ..... 16
To record an image .................................................... 17
To view a recorded image .......................................... 17
To delete an image..................................................... 18
19 GETTING READY
About This Manual ..................................................... 19
General Guide ............................................................ 20
Camera 20
USB Cradle 21
Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 22
REC mode 22
PLAY mode 24
Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 25
Indicator Lamps .......................................................... 25
Attaching the Strap .................................................... 26
Power Requirements ................................................. 26
To load the battery 26
To remove the battery 28
To charge the battery 28
Power Supply Precautions 33
Turning the Camera On and Off 37
Configuring Power Saving Settings 38
Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 39
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 42
To configure display language and clock settings 43
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45 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Recording an Image ................................................... 45
Aiming the Camera 45
Recording an Image 46
Recording Precautions 48
About Auto Focus 49
About the REC Mode Monitor Screen 49
Using the Optical Viewfinder...................................... 50
Using Zoom ................................................................ 51
Optical Zoom 51
Digital Zoom 52
Using the Flash .......................................................... 53
Flash Unit Status 55
Flash Precautions 55
Using the Self-timer ................................................... 56
Specifying Image Size and Quality ............................ 58
To specify the image size 58
To specify image quality 60
61 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 61
Using Auto Focus 62
Using the Macro Mode 64
Using the Pan Focus Mode 64
Using the Infinity Mode 65
Using Manual Focus 65
Using Focus Lock 66
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 67
Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 69
Adjusting White Balance Manually 70
Using the BESTSHOT Mode ..................................... 71
Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup 73
Combining Shots of Two People into
a Single Image (Coupling Shot) ................................. 75
Recording a Subject onto an Existing
Background Image (Pre-shot).................................... 77
Using the Movie Mode ............................................... 79
Recording Audio ......................................................... 81
Adding Audio to a Snapshot 81
Recording Your Voice 83
Using the Histogram .................................................. 84
REC Mode Camera Settings ..................................... 86
Specifying ISO Sensitivity 86
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off 88
Turning Image Review On and Off 88
Assigning Functions to the [] and [] Keys 89
Specifying Power On Default Settings 90
Resetting the Camera 91
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92 PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation .......................................... 92
Playing an Audio Snapshot 93
Flipping the Display.................................................... 94
Zooming the Display Image ....................................... 95
Resizing an Image ..................................................... 96
Cropping an Image..................................................... 97
Playing a Movie .......................................................... 99
Displaying the 9-image View ................................... 100
Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View 101
Displaying the Calendar Screen .............................. 101
Playing a Slide Show ............................................... 102
To specify the slideshow images 104
To specify the slideshow time 105
To set the slideshow interval 105
Using the Photo Stand Feature 106
Rotating the Display Image...................................... 107
Using Image Roulette .............................................. 108
Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 109
To re-record audio 110
Playing Back a Voice Recording File ........................ 111
112 DELETING FILES
Deleting a Single File ................................................112
Deleting All Files .......................................................113
114 FILE MANAGEMENT
Folders ......................................................................114
Memory Folders and Files 114
Protecting Files .........................................................115
To protect a single file 115
To protect all files in memory 116
Using the FAVORITE Folder .....................................116
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder 116
To display a file in the FAVORITE folder 118
To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 119
To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 120
121 OTHER SETTINGS
Configuring Sound Settings ..................................... 121
To configure sound settings 121
To set the volume level 122
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 122
Configuring Power Down Image Settings................ 123
Specifying the File Name Serial Number
Generation Method .................................................. 125
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Using the Alarm ........................................................ 126
To set an alarm 126
Stopping the Alarm 127
Setting the Clock ...................................................... 127
To select your Home Time zone 127
To set the current time and date 128
Changing the Date Format 129
Using World Time ..................................................... 129
To display the World Time screen 129
To configure World Time settings 130
To configure summer time (DST) settings 131
Changing the Display Language ............................. 132
Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 132
Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Buttons
Power On/Off Functions........................................... 133
Formatting Built-in Memory...................................... 135
136 USING A MEMORY CARD
Using a Memory Card .............................................. 137
To insert a memory card into the camera 137
To remove a memory card from the camera 138
Formatting a Memory Card 138
Memory Card Precautions 139
Copying Files ........................................................... 140
To copy all the files in built-in memory to a
memory card 140
To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory 141
142 PRINTING IMAGES
DPOF ........................................................................ 143
To configure print settings for a single image 144
To configure print settings for all images 145
Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ............... 146
To print a single image 146
To print a group of images 148
Printing Precautions 149
PRINT Image Matching II ............................................. 150
Exif Print ................................................................... 150
151 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 151
USB Connection Precautions 157
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 157
USB Connection Precautions 161
Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer . 161
Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a
Computer .................................................................. 162
Memory Data ............................................................ 163
DCF Protocol 163
Memory Directory Structure 163
Image Files Supported by the Camera 165
Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions 165
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166 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER
Using the Album Feature ......................................... 166
Creating an album 166
Selecting an Album Layout 168
Configuring Detailed Album Settings 168
Viewing Album Files 171
Saving an Album 173
To delete an album 174
Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 174
About the bundled CD-ROM
(CASIO Digital Camera Software) 174
Computer System Requirements 176
Installing Software from the CD-ROM
in Windows ............................................................... 177
Getting Started 178
Selecting a Language 178
Viewing the Contents of the Read me File 178
Installing an Application 179
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 179
User Registration 180
Exiting the Menu Application 180
Installing Software from the CD-ROM on
a Macintosh .............................................................. 180
Installing Software 180
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 181
183 APPENDIX
Menu Reference ....................................................... 183
Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 185
REC mode 186
PLAY mode 187
USB Cradle Indicator Lamps 187
Troubleshooting Guide............................................. 188
Display Messages 192
Specifications ........................................................... 193
Main Specifications 193
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IMPORTANT!
The contents of this manual are subject to change
without notice.
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from
the use of this manual.
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties
which may arise through the use of the EX-Z30/EX-
Z40.
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held
liable for any damages or losses suffered by you or
any third party due to the use of Photo Loader and/or
Photohands.
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any damage or loss caused by
deletion of data as a result of malfunction, repairs, or
battery replacement. Be sure to back up all important
data on other media to protect against its loss.
The SD logo is a registered trademark.
Windows, Internet Explorer, and DirectX are
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple
Computer, Inc.
MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon
Technologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the
MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA).
Acrobat and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of
Adobe Systems Incorporated.
The USB driver (mass storage) uses Phoenix
Technologies Ltd. software.
Compatibility Software Copyright
C
1997
Phoenix Technologies Ltd., All Rights Reserved.
Other company, product and service names used
herein may also be trademarks or service marks of
others.
Photo Loader and Photohands are the property of
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except as stipulated
above, all copyrights and other related rights to these
applications revert to CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.
Copyright Restrictions
Except for the purposes of your own personal enjoyment,
unauthorized copying of snapshot files, movie files, and
audio files violates copyright laws and international
contracts.
Distribution to third parties of such files over the Internet
without permission of the copyright holder, whether for
profit or for free, violates copyright laws and international
contracts.
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Features
High-resolution CCD for beautiful prints
EX-Z30: 3.20 million pixels (3.34 million total pixels)
EX-Z40: 4.00 million pixels (4.23 million total pixels)
2.0-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen
Long battery life
The cameras low-power design combines with a large-
capacity battery to provide more recording and playback
between charges.
12X seamless zoom (page 51)
3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom
9.7MB Flash memory
Images can be recorded without using a memory card.
REC mode or PLAY mode power up (page 37)
Press the [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the
camera and enter the mode you want to use.
Multi Auto Focus (page 63)
When Multi is selected for the Auto Focus area, the
camera takes simultaneous meter readings at seven
different points and automatically selects the best one.
This makes it possible to avoid erroneous focusing on the
background, and ensure proper focus for a wide range of
image types.
Pan Focus (page 64)
This feature lets you lock the focus point and ensures that
you do not miss that special moment when it happens.
Auto Pan Focus (page 62)
When you press the shutter release all the way down
without pausing, the camera immediately records the
image without waiting for Auto Focus to be performed.
This helps to avoid missing a special moment while you
wait for the camera to Auto Focus.
Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia
Cards) for memory expansion (page 136)
Easy Charging (page 28)
Just place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge its
battery.
Easy Image Transfer (page 151)
Transfer images to a computer simply by placing the
camera onto the USB cradle.
Photo Stand feature (page 106)
A slideshow of images in file memory can be played while
the camera is on its USB cradle.
BESTSHOT (page 71)
Simply select the sample scene that matches the type of
image you are trying to record and the camera performs
troublesome setups automatically for beautiful pictures
every time.
Coupling Shot and Pre-shot (pages 75, 77)
Coupling Shot lets you combine two subjects into a single
image, while Pre-shot lets you add a subject to a
previously recorded background image. This means you
can create images that include you and your friend, even
if you are the only two people around. You can use
Coupling Shot and Pre-shot by selecting the applicable
sample images in the BESTSHOT mode.
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Triple Self-timer mode (page 56)
The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times,
automatically.
Real-time histogram (page 84)
An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you
view the effect on overall image brightness, which makes
shooting under difficult lighting conditions easier than
ever before.
World Time (page 129)
A simple operation sets the current time for your current
location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time
zones.
Alarm (page 126)
A built-in alarm helps to keep you on time for important
events, and even can be used in place of an alarm clock.
You can also have a specific image appear, or a movie or
audio file to play when the alarm time is reached.
Album Function (page 166)
HTML files are generated automatically to create an
album of recorded images. Album contents can be viewed
and printed using a standard Web browser. Images can
also be incorporated into Web pages quickly and easily.
Calendar screen (page 101)
A simple operation displays a full-month calendar on the
cameras monitor screen. Each day of the full-month
calendar shows a thumbnail of the first image recorded
for that date, which helps to make searching for a
particular image quicker and easier.
Snapshot + Audio Mode (page 81)
Adds audio to a snapshot.
Movie + Audio Mode (page 79)
Voice Recording (page 83)
Quick and easy recording of voice input.
After Recording (page 109)
Adds audio to images after they are recorded.
Selectable Sound Settings (page 121)
You can configure different sounds to play whenever you
turn on the camera, press the shutter release button half-
way or all the way, or perform a key operation.
DCF Data Storage
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage
protocol provides image inter-compatibility between the
digital camera and printers.
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 143)
Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want
using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used
when specifying images and quantities for printing by
professional print services.
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Precautions
General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the EX-Z30/EX-Z40.
All references in this manual to this camera and the
camera refer to the CASIO EX-Z30/EX-Z40 Digital
Camera.
Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while
operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so
creates the danger of serious accident.
Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your
own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the
risk of electric shock when exposed. Always leave
maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized
service center.
Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the
cameras viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight.
Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out
of the reach of small children. If swallowed accidentally,
contact your physician immediately.
Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating
a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with the drivers
vision and create the danger of accident.
PRINT Image Matching
II
Compatible (page 150)
Images include PRINT Image Matching
II
data (mode
setting and other camera setup information). A printer that
supports PRINT Image Matching
II
reads this data and
adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images
come out just the way you intended when you recorded
them.
USB DIRECT-PRINT support (page 146)
Your camera supports USB DIRECT-PRINT, which was
developed by Seiko Epson Corporation. When connected
directly to a printer that supports USB DIRECT-PRINT,
you can select images to print and start the print
operation directly from the camera.
PictBridge support (page 146)
Your camera supports the PictBridge standard of the
Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA). You
can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports
PictBridge, and perform image selection and printing
using the camera monitor screen and controls.
Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands (page 175)
Your camera comes bundled with Photo Loader, the
popular application that automatically loads images from
your camera to your PC. It also comes with Photohands,
and application that makes image retouching quick and
easy.
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Never use the AC adaptor to power any other device
besides this camera. Never use any other AC adaptor
besides the one that comes with this camera.
Never cover the AC adaptor with a quilt, blanket, or other
cover while it is in use, and do not use it near a heater.
At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor power cord
from the power outlet and clean the area around the
prongs of the plug. Dust build up around the prongs can
create the danger of fire.
If the cameras case should ever become cracked due to
dropping it or otherwise subjecting it to rough treatment,
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the cameras battery
and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power
outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center.
Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other
areas where its use is prohibited. Doing so can result in
an accident.
Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can
cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Be
sure to always keep backup copies of data by transferring
them to personal computer memory.
Never open the battery compartment cover, disconnect
the AC adaptor from the camera, or unplug the AC
adaptor from the wall socket while recording images.
Doing so will not only make storage of the current image
impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already
stored in file memory.
Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subjects
eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage
if it is fired too close to the eyes. This is especially true
with young children. When using the flash, the camera
should be at least one meter (3.3´) from the eyes of the
subject.
Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and
never let it get wet. Moisture creates the danger of fire
and electric shock. Never use the camera outdoors in the
rain or snow, at the seashore or beach, in the bathroom,
etc.
Should foreign matter or water ever get into the camera,
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the cameras battery
and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power
outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center. Using the camera under these
conditions creates the danger of fire and electric shock.
Should you ever notice smoke or a strange odor coming
out of the camera, immediately turn it off. Next, taking
care you do not burn your fingers, remove the cameras
battery and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the
power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center. Using the camera under these
conditions creates the danger of fire and electric shock.
After making sure there is no more smoke coming from
the camera, take it to your nearest CASIO authorized
service center for repair. Never attempt your own
maintenance.
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Operating conditions
This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas.
In areas subject to direct sunlight
In areas subject to high humidity or dust
Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject
to temperature extremes
Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the
sun
In areas subject to strong vibration
Test for proper operation before using
the camera!
Before using the camera to record important images, make
sure you first record a number of test images and check the
results to ensure that the camera is configured correctly
and operating properly (page 17).
Data Error Precautions
Your digital camera is manufactured using precision
digital components. Any of the following creates the risk
of corruption of data in file memory.
Removing the battery or memory card, or setting the
camera onto the USB cradle while the camera is
performing a record or memory access operation
Removing the battery, removing the memory card, or
placing the camera onto the USB cradle while the
operation lamp is still flashing after you turn off the
camera
Disconnecting the USB cable, removing the camera
from the USB cradle, or disconnecting the AC adaptor
from the USB cradle while a data communication
operation is being performed
Low battery power
Other abnormal operations
Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to
appear on the monitor screen (page 192). Follow the
instructions provided by the message to eliminate the
cause of the error.
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Lens
Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of
the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause
malfunction.
Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can
interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the
lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles
from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them
off. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens
cloth.
Other
The camera may become slightly warm during use. This
does not indicate malfunction.
If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a
soft, dry cloth.
Condensation
When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or
otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature,
there is the possibility that condensation can form on the
exterior or on interior components. Condensation can
cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid
exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.
To keep condensation from forming, place the camera
into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is
much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave
it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a
chance to reach the same temperature as the new
location. If condensation does form, remove the battery
from the camera and leave the battery compartment
cover open for a few hours.
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QUICK START GUIDE
First, charge the battery!
1.
Load the battery (page 26).
2.
Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the
battery (page 28).
Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where
you purchased the camera.
It takes about 190 minutes to achieve a full charge.
1
2
3
Stopper
2
1
Inlet Type
1 Plug-in Type
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1.
Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2.
Press [] to select the language you want.
3.
Press [SET] to register the language setting.
4.
Use [], [], [], and [] to select the geographical
area you want, and then press [SET].
5.
Use [] and [] to select the city you want, and then
press [SET].
6.
Use [] and [] to select the summer time (DST)
setting you want, and then press [SET].
7.
Use [] and [] to select the date format setting you
want, and then press [SET].
8.
Set the date and the time.
9.
Press [SET] to register the clock settings and exit the
setting screen.
1
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
To configure display language and clock settings
Be sure to configure the following settings
before using the camera to record images.
(See page 42 for details.)
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1.
Press [ ] (PLAY).
2.
Use [] and [] to scroll through the
images.
1
2
To view a recorded image
(See page 92 for details.)
1.
Press [ ] (REC).
If the (Snapshot Mode) icon is not on the monitor screen,
use the procedure under Using the On-screen Menus (page
39) to change the REC Mode setting to Snapshot.
2.
Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor
screen or viewfinder to compose the image, and
then press the shutter release button half way.
When proper focus is achieved, the focus frame turns green
and the green operation lamp lights.
3.
Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter
release button.
To record an image
(See page 45 for details.)
1
2
3
1200
1200
1600
1600
NORMAL
NORMAL
10
10
04/
04/
12
12
/24
24
12
12
:
58
58
IN
1 / 1000
1 / 1000
F2.6
F2.6
Green
operation lamp
Focus frame
Snapshot Mode icon
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1.
Press [ ] (PLAY).
2.
Press [] ( ).
3.
Use [] and [] to display the image you want to delete.
4.
Use [] and [] to select Delete.
To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select
Cancel.
5.
Press [SET] to delete the image.
To delete an image
(See page 112 for details.)
2, 3, 4, 5
1
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GETTING READY
This section contains information about things you need to
know about and do before trying to use the camera.
About This Manual
This section contains information about the conventions
used in this manual.
Terminology
The following table defines the terminology used in this
manual.
Button Operations
Button operations are indicated by the button name inside
of brackets ([ ]).
On-screen Text
On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation
marks ( ).
File Memory
The term file memory in this manual is a general term that
refers to the location where your camera is currently storing
the images you record. File memory can be any one of the
following three locations.
The cameras built-in Flash memory
An SD memory card loaded in the camera
A MultiMediaCard loaded in the camera
For more information about how the camera stores images,
see page 114.
This term as used in this
manual:
this camera or the
camera
file memory
battery
optional charger unit
Means this:
The CASIO EX-Z30/EX-Z40
Digital Camera
The location where the
camera is currently storing
images you record (page 46)
The NP-40 Rechargeable
Lithium Ion Battery
The optionally available CASIO
BC-30L rapid Charger Unit
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5
1
2
3
4
6
Front
General Guide
The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera.
Camera
1 Shutter release button
2 Power button
3 Flash
4 Microphone
5 Self-timer lamp
6 Lens
7 Viewfinder
8 Operation lamp
9 [ ] (PLAY mode)
0 [ ] (REC mode)
A [MENU] button
B Zoom button
C Strap ring
D [SET] button
E [][][][]
F [DISP] button
G Monitor Screen
H Speaker
Back
A
7
8
9
0
B
C
G
H
D
E
F
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KJI
I Battery compartment cover
J Connector
K Tripod screw hole
* Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.
Bottom
USB Cradle
Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB
cradle lets you perform the following tasks.
Battery charging (page 28)
Automatic transfer of images to a computer (page 151)
Direct connection to a printer for printing (page 146)
Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow
feature (page 106).
1 Camera connector
2 [USB] lamp
3 [USB] button
4 [CHARGE] lamp
5 [PHOTO] button
3
2
1
5
4
7
6
Back
6 [DC IN 5.3V]
(AC adaptor connector)
7 [USB]
(USB port)
Front
L Stopper
M Memory card slot
N Battery compartment
N
M
L
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Monitor Screen Contents
The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the cameras status.
REC mode
2 Focus Mode indicator
None Auto Focus
Macro
Pan Focus
Infinity
Manual Focus
3 White balance indicator
None Auto
Sunlight
Overcast
Shade
Light Bulb
Fluorescent
Manual
4 Self-timer
None 1-Image
10
s
Self-timer 10 sec
2
s
Self-timer 2 sec
x3
Triple self-timer
8 Quality
FINE
NORMAL
ECONOMY
9 Built-in memory selected
for data storage.
Memory card selected
for data storage.
0 Date and time
A EV value
B Battery capacity
C Focus frame
Focusing complete: Green
Focusing failed: Red
56
7
8
9
0
AB
C
34
5
REC modes
Snapshot
BESTSHOT
Movie
Snapshot Audio
Voice Recording
6 Memory capacity
(Remaining number of storable
images)
Movie Recording: Remaining
recording time
7 Image size
EX-Z30
2048 ҂ 1536 pixels
2048 ҂ 1360 (3:2) pixels
1600 ҂ 1200 pixels
1280 ҂ 960 pixels
640 ҂ 480 pixels
Movie Recording: recording
time
EX-Z40
2304 ҂ 1728 pixels
2304 ҂ 1536 (3:2) pixels
1600 ҂ 1200 pixels
1280 ҂ 960 pixels
640 ҂ 480 pixels
Movie Recording: recording
time
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1 Flash Mode indicator
None Auto
Flash Off
Flash On
Red-eye reduction
If the camera detects that flash is
required while auto flash is selected, the
flash on indicator will appear when the
shutter release button is pressed half
way.
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E
F
G
D
H
D Digital zoom indicator
E Shutter speed value
An out of range aperture or shutter speed
causes the corresponding monitor screen
value to turn amber.
F Aperture value
G ISO sensitivity
H Zoom indicator
Left side indicates optical zoom.
Right side indicates digital zoom.
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PLAY mode
5 Quality
FINE
NORMAL
ECONOMY
6 Built-in memory selected for data
storage.
Memory card selected for data storage.
7 Date and time
8 Battery capacity
IMPORTANT!
Some information may not
display properly if you display an
image that was recorded using a
different digital camera model.
12
4
5
6
3
7
8
1 PLAY mode file type
Snapshot
Movie
Snapshot Audio
Voice Recording
2 Image protection indicator
3 Folder number/File number
4 Image size
EX-Z30
2048 ҂ 1536 pixels
2048 ҂ 1360 (3:2) pixels
1600 ҂ 1200 pixels
1280 ҂ 960 pixels
640 ҂ 480 pixels
Movie Playback: Elapsed play time
EX-Z40
2304 ҂ 1728 pixels
2304 ҂ 1536 (3:2) pixels
1600 ҂ 1200 pixels
1280 ҂ 960 pixels
640 ҂ 480 pixels
Movie Playback: Elapsed play time
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Indicators
on
(page 22)
Histogram
on
(page 84)
Indicators
off
Monitor
screen off
Changing the Contents of the Monitor
Screen
Each press of the [DISP] button changes the contents of
the monitor screen as shown below.
IMPORTANT!
You cannot turn off the monitor screen in the
following cases:
In the PLAY mode, in the BESTSHOT mode, when
not recording in the Movie mode.
You cannot use the [DISP] button to change the
contents of the monitor screen while a movie is being
recorded, or while standing by for or performing
audio recording.
In the Voice Recording mode, you can only turn
indicators on and off.
Indicator Lamps
You can find out the operational status of the camera and
the USB cradle at a glance by checking the color of the
indicator lamps, and whether a lamp is lit or flashing. For
details, see Indicator Lamp Reference on page 185.
Self-timer lamp Green operation lamp
[USB] lamp
[CHARGE] lamp
Red operation lamp
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Attaching the Strap
Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the
illustration.
IMPORTANT!
Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when
using the camera to protect against accidentally
dropping it.
The supplied strap is intended for use with this
camera only. Do not use it for any other purpose.
Never swing the camera around by the strap.
Power Requirements
Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion
battery (NP-40).
To load the battery
1.
While pressing the battery compartment
cover on the bottom of the camera, slide the
cover in the direction indicated by the arrow,
and then swing it open.
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2.
While pulling the stopper in the direction
indicated by the arrow in the illustration, align
the () mark on the battery with the () mark
on the camera and slide the battery into the
camera.
() marks
NP-40
Stopper
3.
Swing the battery compartment cover closed,
and then slide it in the direction indicated by
the arrow.
IMPORTANT!
Use only the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion
battery to power this camera. Use of any other type
of battery is not supported.
The battery is not charged when you purchase the
camera. You need to charge the battery before using
the camera for the first time (page 28).
Push the bottom of the battery, and make sure that
the stopper securely locks the battery in place.
() mark
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To charge the battery
1.
Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN
5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then
plug it in to a household power outlet.
Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on
the area where you purchased the camera.
AC Adaptor
[DC IN 5.3V]
USB Cradle
AC power cord
To remove the battery
1.
Open the battery compartment cover.
2.
Pull the stopper in the direction indicated by
the arrow.
This will cause the battery to come part way out of
the slot.
Stopper
3.
Release the stopper and pull the battery from
the camera.
Take care so you do not drop the battery.
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2.
Turn off the camera.
3.
Set the camera onto
the USB cradle.
Do not place the
camera onto the USB
cradle while it is turned
on.
The [CHARGE] lamp
on the USB cradle
should turn red,
indicating that charging
has started. When
charging is complete,
the [CHARGE] lamp
will turn green.
4.
After charging is complete, remove the
camera from the USB cradle.
[CHARGE] lamp
NOTE
The bundled AC adaptor is designed for operation
with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V
AC. Note, however, that the shape of the AC power
cord plug varies according to country or geographic
area. If you plan to use the AC adaptor in a
geographic area where the power receptacle shape
is different from that in your area, replace the AC
power cord with one of the other ones that comes
with the camera, or purchase a commercially
available AC power cord that is compatible with the
power outlets in that area.
NOTE
The AC adaptor is designed for operation on power
ranging from 100V AC to 240V AC. Note, however,
that the shape of the power cord plug varies
according to country or geographic area. It is up to
you to find out if the shape of the AC adaptor power
cord plug is compatible with local power outlets when
traveling abroad.
AC Adaptor
[DC IN 5.3V]
USB Cradle
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If the [CHARGE] lamp starts flashing red, it means
that an error occurs while charging. An error can be
caused by any of the following: a problem with the
USB cradle, a problem with the camera, or a problem
with the battery or how it is loaded. Remove the
camera from the USB cradle and see if it works
normally.
You can use the USB cradle to charge the cameras
battery, to exchange data with a computer over a
USB connection, or when using the Photo Stand
feature only.
IMPORTANT!
It takes about 190 minutes to achieve a full charge.
Actual charging time depends on current battery
capacity and charging conditions.
Use only the USB cradle (CA-24) that comes with the
camera or the optionally available rapid charger unit
(BC-30L) to charge the special NP-40 rechargeable
lithium ion battery. Never use any other charging
device.
Use only the bundled AC adaptor. Never use any
other type of AC adaptor. Do not use optionally
available AD-C40, AD-C620 and AD-C630 AC
adaptors with this camera.
Make sure that the camera connector of the USB
cradle is securely inserted into the cameras
connector as far as it will go.
The [CHARGE] lamp may remain amber colored and
the charge operation may not start right away if you
try to charge immediately after using the camera
(which causes battery to become warm) or when it is
too hot or too cold where you are performing the
charge operation. If this happens, simply wait until
the battery reaches normal temperature. The
[CHARGE] lamp will turn red and charging will start
when the battery temperature returns to the
allowable charging temperature range.
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Model
Operation
Number of Shots
(CIPA)*
1
(Operating Time)
Number of Shots,
Continuous
Recording*
2
(Operating Time)
Continuous Playback*
3
(Continuous Snapshot
Recording)
Continuous Voice
Recording*
4
EX-Z30
Apporoximate
Battery Life
360 shots
(180 minutes)
1260 shots
(210 minutes)
360 minutes
300 minutes
EX-Z40
Apporoximate
Battery Life
360 shots
(180 minutes)
1140 shots
(190 minutes)
360 minutes
300 minutes
If the camera works normally
1.
Continue using the camera until the current
charge is used up, and then charge the
battery.
If the camera does not work normally
This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is
loaded.
1.
Remove the battery from the camera and
check the battery contacts for dirt. If the
contacts are dirty, wipe them clean with a dry
cloth.
2.
Check to make sure that the AC adaptor’s
power cord is connected securely to the
power outlet and USB cradle.
If the same symptoms occur again when you place
the camera on the USB cradle after taking the above
steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center.
Battery Life Guidelines
The battery life guideline values given below indicate the
amount of time under the conditions defined below the
table, until power automatically turns off due to battery
failure. They do not guarantee that the battery will provide
the amount of service indicated. Low temperatures and
continued use reduce battery life.
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The above values are based on a new battery starting
from a full charge. Repeated charging shortens battery
life.
Battery life is greatly affected by how much you use flash,
zoom and other functions, and how long you leave power
turned on.
Tip to Make the Battery Last Longer
If you do not need the flash while recording, select
(flash off) for the flash mode. See page 53 for more
information.
You can also conserve battery power by using the [DISP]
button to turn off the monitor screen.
Supported Battery: NP-40 (Rated Capacitance: 1230mAh)
Storage Medium: SD Memory Card
*1 Number of Shots (CIPA)
CIPA Standard
Temperature: 23°C (73°F)
Monitor Screen: On
Zoom operation between full wide to full telephoto
every 30 seconds, during which two images are
recorded, one image with flash; power turned off and
back on every time 10 images are recorded.
*2 Continuous Recording Conditions
Temperature: 23°C (73°F)
Monitor screen: On
Flash: Off
Image recorded every 10 seconds, alternating full
wide-angle and full telephoto zoom
*3 Continuous Playback Conditions
Temperature: 23°C (73°F)
Scroll one image about every 10 seconds
*4 Voice recording times are based on continuous
recording.
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Low Battery Indicator
The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on
the monitor screen changes as battery power is used. The
indicator means that remaining battery power is low.
Note that you will not be able to record images while the
battery indicator is . Charge the battery immediately
whenever either of these indicators appears.
Battery Level High Low
Indicator
Power Supply Precautions
Note the following precautions when handling or using the
battery and the optional charger unit.
Battery Handling Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Be sure to read the following Safety Precautions before
trying to use the battery for the first time. Keep these safety
precautions and all operating instructions on hand for
future reference.
NOTES
The term battery in this manual refers to the CASIO
NP-40 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery.
Use only the USB cradle (CA-24) that comes with the
camera or the optionally available rapid charger unit
(BC-30L) to charge the special NP-40 rechargeable
lithium ion battery. Never use any other charging
device.
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Failure to observe any of the following precautions
while using the battery creates the risk of overheating,
fire, and explosion.
Never use any other type of charger except the
optional charger unit specified for the battery.
Never try to use the battery to power any other
device other than this camera.
Never use or leave the battery near open flame.
Never place the battery in a microwave oven, throw
it into fire, or otherwise expose it to intense heat.
Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when you
load it into the camera or attach it to the optional
charger unit.
Never carry or store the battery together with items
that can conduct electricity (necklaces, pencil lead,
etc.)
Never try to take the battery apart, modify it in any
way, or expose it to strong impact.
Do not immerse the battery in fresh water or salt
water.
Do not use or leave the battery under direct
sunlight, in an automobile parked in the sun, or in
any other area subject to high temperatures.
Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat
generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other
abnormal condition while using, charging, or storing a
battery, immediately remove it from the camera or
optional charger unit and keep it away from open flame.
If the battery does not achieve full charge after the
normal charging time has passed, stop charging.
Continued charging creates the risk of overheating, fire,
and explosion.
Battery fluid can damage your eyes. Should battery
fluid get into your eyes accidentally, immediately rinse
them with clean tap water and then consult a physician.
Be sure to read page 28 of this Users Guide and the
instructions that come with the optional charger unit
before using or charging the battery.
If the battery is to be used by young children, make
sure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the
precautions and proper handling instructions and make
sure that they handle the battery correctly.
Should fluid from the battery accidentally get onto
clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean
tap water. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can
cause skin irritation.
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PRECAUTIONS DURING USE
The battery is designed for use with this CASIO digital
camera only.
Use only the USB cradle that comes with the camera or
the specified optional charger unit to charge the
battery. Never use any other type of charger unit for
charging.
A new battery is not charged. Be sure to charge the
battery before using it for the first time.
Use of a battery in cold environments shortens the
operating time you can expect on a full charge. Charge
the battery in a location where the temperature is in the
range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). Charging
outside this temperature range can cause charging to
take longer than normal or even cause charging to fail.
Very limited operation following a full charge indicates
that the battery has reached the end of its service life.
Replace the battery with a new one.
Never wipe the battery with thinner, benzene, alcohol,
or other volatile agents or chemically treated rags.
Doing so can cause deformation of the battery and lead
to malfunction.
BATTERY STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Make sure you remove the battery when you do not
plan to use the camera for a long time. A battery left in
the camera discharges very small amounts of power
even when power is turned off, which can lead to a
dead battery or the need for longer charging before the
next use.
Store the battery in a cool, dry place (20°C (68 °F) or
lower).
USING THE BATTERY
See page 28 of this manual or the instructions that
come with the optional charger unit for information
about charging procedures and charging times.
When transporting a battery, keep it either loaded in
the camera or stored in its case.
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USB Cradle and AC Adaptor Precautions
Never use an electrical outlet whose voltage
is outside the rating marked on the AC
adaptor. Doing so can create the danger of
fire or electric shock. Use only the bundled
AC adaptor specified for this camera.
Do not allow the AC adaptor cord to become
cut or damaged, do not place heavy objects
on it, and keep it away from heat. A damaged
power cord creates the risk of fire and electric
shock.
Never try to modify the AC adaptor cord, or
subject it to severe bending, twisting, or
pulling. Doing so creates the risk of fire and
electric shock.
Never touch the AC adaptor while your hands
are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric
shock.
Do not overload extension cords or wall
outlets. Doing so creates the danger of fire
and electric shock.
Should the cord of the AC adaptor become
damaged (exposed internal wiring), request a
replacement from a CASIO authorized service
center. A damaged AC adaptor cord creates
the danger of fire or electric shock.
Caution!
Use the AC adaptor where it will not be
splashed with water. Water creates the risk of
fire and electric shock.
Do not place a vase or any other container
filled with liquid on top of the AC adaptor.
Water creates the risk of fire and electric
shock.
Make sure you always remove the camera from the USB
cradle before connecting or disconnecting the AC
adaptor.
Charging, USB data communication, and using the Photo
Stand feature can cause the AC adaptor to become
warm. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.
Unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet
whenever you are not using it.
Never place a blanket or any other cover on the AC
adaptor. Doing so creates the risk of fire.
Caution!
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Turning the Camera On and Off
To turn on the camera
Press the power button, [ ] (REC) button, or [ ] (PLAY)
button. This will cause the green operation lamp to light
momentarily, and then power will turn on. The mode the
camera enters depends on which button you pressed to
turn it on.
Press this button to turn on the camera:
Power button or [ ] (REC) button
[
] (PLAY) button
To enter this mode at
startup:
REC
PLAY
Power button
Green operation lamp
[ ] (PLAY)
[ ] (REC)
NOTES
Pressing [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera enters
the REC mode, while pressing [ ] (PLAY) enters
the PLAY mode.
Pressing [ ] (PLAY) while in the REC mode
switches to the PLAY mode. The lens retracts about
10 seconds after switching modes.
IMPORTANT!
If camera power is turned off by the Auto Power Off
feature, press the power button, [ ] (REC) or [ ]
(PLAY) to turn it back on again.
Pressing the power button or [ ] (REC) to turn on
the camera also causes the lens to extend. Take
care to any interference with the lens operation or
allowing anything to strike the lens when it is
extended.
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To turn off the camera
Press the power button to turn off the camera.
NOTE
You can setup the camera so it does not turn on
when you press the [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY)
button, or to turn off when you press the [ ] (REC)
or [ ] (PLAY) button. For details, see Configuring
[ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Buttons Power On/Off
Functions on page 133.
Configuring Power Saving Settings
You can configure the settings described below to
conserve battery power.
Sleep : Automatically turns off the monitor screen
if no operation is performed for a specified
amount of time in the REC mode.
Performing any button operation causes
the monitor screen to turn back on.
Auto Power Off : Turns off power if you do not perform any
operation for a specified amount of time.
1.
Turn on the camera.
2.
Press [MENU].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the Set Up tab.
4.
Use [] and [] to select the feature whose
setting you want to configure, and then press
[].
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5.
Use [] and [] to change the currently
selected setting, and then press [SET].
Available Sleep settings are: 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min,
and Off.
Available Auto Power Off settings are: 2 min and
5 min.
Note that the Sleep feature does not operate in the
PLAY mode.
Pressing any button while the camera is in the Sleep
state immediately turns the monitor screen back on.
The Auto Power Off and Sleep features are disabled
in the following cases.
When the camera is connected to a computer or
some other device through the USB cradle
While a slideshow is in progress
While playing back a voice recording file
To configure this feature: Select this setting:
Sleep Sleep
Auto Power Off Auto Power Off
See page 39 for information about how to use
menus.
Using the On-screen Menus
Pressing [MENU] displays menus on the monitor screen
that you can use to perform various operations. The menu
that appears depends on whether you are in the REC
mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example
menu procedure in the REC mode.
1.
Press the power
button or the [ ]
(REC) button.
If you want to enter the
PLAY mode instead,
press the [ ] (PLAY)
button.
[ ][ ]
Power button
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Settings
Selection cursor (indicates the
currently selected item)
Tab
[MENU]
[
][
][
][
]
[SET]
2.
Press [MENU].
Menu Screen Operations
When you want to do this:
Move between tabs
Move from the tab to the
settings
Move from the settings to
the tab
Move between the settings
Display the options
available for a setting
Select an option
Register an option
selection and exit the menu
screen
Register an option
selection and return to the
menu screen
Exit the menu screen
Do this:
Press [] and [].
Press [].
Press [].
Press [] and [].
Press [] or press [SET].
Press [] and [].
Press [SET].
Press [].
Press the [MENU] button.
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3.
Press [] or [] to select the tab you want,
and then press [SET] to move the selection
cursor from the tab to the settings.
4.
Use [] and [] to
select the feature
whose setting you
want to configure,
and then press [].
Instead of pressing [],
you could also press
[SET].
5.
Use [] and [] to change the currently
selected setting.
Example: To select the
REC Mode
item.
6.
Perform one of the following operations to
apply the setting you configured.
To do this:
Apply the setting and exit
the menu screen.
Apply the setting and
return to feature selection
in step 4.
Apply the setting and
return to tab selection in
step 3.
Perform this key operation:
Press [SET].
Press [].
1. Press [].
2. Use [] to move back up to
tab selection.
See Menu Reference on page 183 for more information
about menus.
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Configuring Display Language and Clock
Settings
Be sure to configure the following settings before using the
camera to record images.
Display language
Home city
Date Style
Date and time
Note that the current date and time settings are used by
the camera to generate the date and time that are stored
along with image data, etc.
IMPORTANT!
The cameras clock settings are cleared whenever
power is totally cut off. This can happen if the battery
goes dead while the camera is not being supplied
power by the USB cradle. The clock setting screen
will appear automatically the next time you turn on
power after the settings are cleared. Set the date
and time before using the camera.
The current date and time settings will be cleared if
the battery remains dead without being charged for
about two days.
Recording images without configuring the clock
settings causes incorrect time information to be
registered. Be sure to configure the clock settings
before using the camera.
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To configure display language and clock
settings
1.
Press the power button, the [ ] (REC) or the
[ ] (PLAY) button to turn on the camera.
2.
Use [], [], [], and
[] to select the
language you want,
and then press [SET].
: Japanese
English : English
Français : French
Deutsch : German
Español : Spanish
Italiano : Italian
Português : Portuguese
: Chinese (Complex)
: Chinese (Simplified)
: Korean
3.
Use [], [], [], and
[] to select the
geographical area
where you live, and
then press [SET].
4.
Use [] and [] to
select the name of the
city where you live,
and then press [SET].
5.
Use [] and [] to select the summer time
(DST) setting you want, and then press [SET].
When you want to do this:
Keep time using summer time
(Daylight Saving Time)
Keep time using standard time
Select this setting:
On
Off
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6.
Use [] and [] to
change the date format
setting, and then press
[SET].
Example: December 24, 2004
Select this format:
YY/MM/DD
DD/MM/YY
MM/DD/YY
To display the date like this:
04/12/24
24/12/04
12/24/04
8.
Press [SET] to register the settings and exit
the setting screen.
To do this:
Change the setting at the current
cursor location
Move the cursor between settings
Toggle between 12-hour and 24-
hour timekeeping
Do this:
Press [] and [].
Press [] and [].
Press [DISP].
7.
Set the current date
and the time.
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BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
NOTE
Your image will be blurred if you move the camera
when pressing the shutter release button. Press the
shutter release button carefully, taking care that
there is no camera movement. This is especially
important when available lighting is low, which slows
down the shutter speed.
This section describes the basic procedure for recording an
image.
Recording an Image
Aiming the Camera
Use both hands to hold the camera still when shooting an
image. Holding the camera with one hand increases the
chance of movement, which can blur your images.
Horizontal
Hold the camera
still in both
hands, with your
arms firmly
against your
sides.
Vertical
When holding
the camera
vertically, make
sure that the
flash is above
the lens. Hold
the camera still
with both hands.
IMPORTANT!
Make sure your fingers or the strap does not block
the flash, microphone or lens.
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Flash
Microphone
Lens
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BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
N
/OFF
Recording an Image
Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed in
accordance with the brightness of the subject. Images you
record are stored in the camera’s built-in memory, or to a
memory card if you have one loaded in the camera.
When an optionally available SD memory card or
MultiMediaCard (MMC) is loaded in the camera, images
are stored on the card (page 136).
1.
Press the power button or the [ ] (REC)
button to turn on the camera.
Power button
[ ]
This causes an image or a message to appear on
the monitor screen.
This enters the REC mode for image recording.
If the camera is in the PLAY mode when it turns on,
the message “There are no files” will appear if you do
not have any images stored in memory yet. In
addition, the icon will be visible at the top of the
display. If this happens, press [ ] (REC) to enter
the REC mode.
2.
Change the “REC Mode” setting to “
Snapshot”.
Press [MENU], use the cursor keys to select the
“REC” tab and then “REC Mode”, press [], select
Snapshot”, and then press [SET]. For details,
see “Using the On-screen Menus” (page 39).
The (Snapshot Mode) icon is displayed on the
monitor screen while the Snapshot Mode is selected.
You can also use the key customization feature to
assign the mode change operation to the cursor
keys, so the “REC Mode” is changed whenever you
press the [] or [] key (page 89).
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BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Shutter release
button
It means this:
The image is in focus.
The image is not in focus.
When you see this:
Green focus frame
Green operation lamp
Red focus frame
Flashing green operation lamp
Make sure you are not
blocking the lens or the
flash with your fingers
while recording an
image.
Operation Lamp and Focus Frame Operation
Lens
Flash
1200
1600
NORMAL
10
04/
12
/24
12
:
58
IN
Focus frame
Snapshot Mode icon
3.
Compose the image
on the monitor screen
so the main subject is
within the focus
frame.
The focusing range of
the camera in the Auto
Focus mode is
approximately 40cm
(1.3 feet) to infinity ()
(page 62).
You can compose images using either the monitor
screen or the optical viewfinder (page 50).
When using the optical viewfinder to compose
images, you can use the [DISP] button to turn off the
monitor screen and conserve battery power.
4.
Press the shutter release
button half way to focus the
image.
When you press the shutter
release button half way, the
camera’s Auto Focus feature
automatically focuses the image,
and displays the shutter speed
and aperture values.
Green operation lamp
You can tell whether the
image is focused by
observing the focus frame
and the green operation
lamp.
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BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
5.
After making sure that the
image is focused properly,
press the shutter release
button the rest of the way
down to record.
The number of images that can
be stored in memory depends on
the image size and image quality
setting you are using (pages 58,
60).
Press the shutter release button gently to avoid
camera movement.
IMPORTANT!
When the “REC” tab’s “Auto PF” setting is turned on
(page 62), the camera immediately records the
image using Pan Focus (page 64) without waiting for
Auto Focus to be performed when you press the
shutter release all the way down without pausing.
This helps to avoid missing a special moment while
you wait for the camera to Auto Focus.
Shutter release
button
Recording Precautions
Never open the battery compartment cover or place the
camera onto the USB cradle while the green operation
lamp is flashing. Doing so not only causes the current
image to be lost, it can also corrupt images already stored
in file memory and even lead to malfunction of the
camera.
Never remove the memory card while an image is being
recorded to the memory card.
Fluorescent lighting actually flickers at a frequency that
cannot be detected by the human eye. When using the
camera indoors under such lighting, you may experience
some brightness or color problems with recorded images.
When “Auto” is selected for the ISO sensitivity setting
(page 86), the camera automatically adjusts its sensitivity
in accordance with the brightness of the subject. This can
cause some static noise to appear in images of relatively
dark subjects.
When recording a dimly lit subject while “Auto” is selected
for the ISO sensitivity setting (page 86), the camera
increases sensitivity and uses a slower shutter speed.
Because of this, you need to guard against camera
movement if you have flash turned off (page 53).
If unwanted light is shining on the lens, shade the lens
with your hand when recording the image.
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About the REC Mode Monitor Screen
The image shown on the monitor screen in the REC
mode is a simplified image for composing purposes. The
actual image is recorded in accordance with the image
quality setting currently selected on your camera. The
image saved in file memory has much better resolution
and detail than the REC mode monitor screen image.
Certain levels of subject brightness can cause the
response of the REC mode monitor screen to slow down,
which causes some static noise in the monitor screen
image.
About Auto Focus
Auto Focus tends not to work well if the camera is moved
during recording, or when recording the types of subjects
listed below.
Solid color walls or objects with little contrast
Strongly backlit objects
Polished metal or other brightly reflective objects
Venetian blinds or other horizontally repeating patterns
Multiple images that are varying distances from the
camera
Subjects in poorly lit areas
Moving subjects
Note that a green operation lamp and focus frame do not
necessarily guarantee that an image is in focus.
If Auto Focus does not produce the results you want for
some reason, try using focus lock (page 66) or manual
focus (page 65).
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Using the Optical Viewfinder
You can conserve battery power by turning off the
camera’s monitor screen (page 25) and using the optical
viewfinder to compose images.
IMPORTANT!
The frame that is visible inside of the viewfinder
indicates the image recorded at a distance of about
one meter (3.3´). When the subject is closer than one
meter, the recorded image will be different from what
you see inside the viewfinder frame.
Since the monitor screen shows exactly what will be
recorded, always use it for composing your images in
the Macro and Manual Focus modes.
Viewfinder frameShort distance
to subject
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Using Zoom
Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical
zoom and digital zoom.
Optical Zoom
The range of the optical zoom factor is shown below.
Optical Zoom Factor Range: 1X to 3X
1.
In the REC mode, press
the zoom button to
change the zoom factor.
Zoom out Zoom in
Zoom button
2.
Compose the image, and then press the
shutter release button.
NOTES
The optical zoom factor also affects the lens
aperture.
Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against
hand movement when using the telephoto setting
(zoom in).
Press this side of the zoom button:
(Wide Angle)
(Telephoto)
To do this:
Zoom out
Zoom in
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Digital Zoom
Digital zoom is activated after you reach the maximum
optical zoom factor (3X). It enlarges the part of the image
at the center of the image screen. The range of the digital
zoom factor is shown below.
Digital Zoom Factor Range: 3X to 12X
(in combination with optical
zoom)
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Use [] and [] to select the REC tab.
3.
Use [] and [] to select Digital Zoom, and
then press [].
4.
Select On, and then press [SET].
Selecting “Off” disables digital zoom.
5.
Hold down the
(Telephoto) zoom
button to increase the
optical zoom factor.
When the digital zoom
factor reaches its
maximum value (3X), it
stops momentarily. Keep
the (Telephoto)
zoom button depressed
and zoom will switch
over to digital zoom
automatically.
Switching to digital zoom causes the zoom indicator
to appear on the monitor screen. The zoom indicator
shows the current approximate zoom factor.
6.
Compose the image, and then press the
shutter release button.
Zoom indicator
Digital zoom indicator
1X 3X 12X
Current zoom factor
Optical Zoom
Digital
Zoom
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Using the Flash
Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you
want to use.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Press [] ( ) to select
the flash mode.
Each press of [] ( )
cycles through the flash
mode settings shown below
on the monitor screen.
Flash mode indicator
[
] ( )
IMPORTANT!
Digital zoom is disabled whenever the monitor
screen is turned off (page 25).
Using digital zoom can cause degradation of the
recorded image.
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3.
Record the image.
IMPORTANT!
The flash unit of this camera fires a number of times
when you record an image. The initial flashes are
pre-flashes, which the camera uses to obtain
information that it uses for exposure settings. The
final flash is for recording. Make sure that you keep
the camera still until the shutter releases.
Image recording may not be performed if you press
the shutter release button while the red operation
lamp is flashing.
To do this:
Have the flash fire automatically when
required (Auto Flash)
Turn off the flash (Flash Off)
Always fire the flash (Flash On)
Fire a pre-flash followed by image
recording with flash, reducing the
chance of red-eye in the image (Red-
eye reduction)
In this case, the flash fires automatically
when required
Select this setting:
None
About Red-eye Reduction
Using the flash to record at night or in a dimly lit room can
cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the
image. This is caused when the light from the flash reflects
off of the retina of the eye. When red-eye reduction is
selected as the flash mode, the camera performs two pre-
flash operations, one designed to cause the irises in the
eyes of any people in the image to close, and one for the
Auto Focus operation. This is followed by another flash
operation for actual recording of the image.
IMPORTANT!
Note the following important points when using red-
eye reduction.
Red-eye reduction does not work unless the people
in the image are looking directly at the camera during
the pre-flash. Before pressing the shutter release
button, call out to the subjects so they all look at the
camera while the pre-flash operation is performed.
Red-eye reduction may not work very well if the
subjects are located far away from the camera.
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Flash Unit Status
You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing
the shutter release button half way and checking the
monitor screen and red operation lamp.
Red operation lamp
*
The indicator is also
shown on the monitor
screen when the flash unit
is ready to fire.
* Red operation lamp
It means this:
Flash unit is charging
Flash unit is ready to fire
When the red operation
lamp is this:
Flashing
Lit
Flash Precautions
Take care that your fingers do
not block the flash when you
hold the camera. Covering the
flash with your finger can
greatly reduce its
effectiveness.
You may not be able to achieve the desired results using
a flash if the subject is too close or too far away.
The flash takes anywhere from a few seconds to as long
as 10 seconds to attain full charge after being fired. The
actual time required depends on the battery level,
temperature, and other conditions.
The flash does not fire in the Movie mode. This is
indicated by (Flash Off) on the monitor screen.
The flash unit may not be able to charge when battery
power is low. Low battery power is indicated by (Flash
Off) on the monitor screen, and when the flash fails to fire
properly resulting in poor image exposure. When these
symptoms occur, charge the camera’s battery as soon as
possible.
When the red-eye reduction mode ( ) is selected, flash
intensity is adjusted automatically in accordance with the
exposure. The flash may not fire at all when the subject is
brightly lit.
Flash
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Using the Self-timer
The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10-
second delay of the shutter release after you press the
shutter release button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you
perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record
three images.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Use [] and [] to select the REC tab.
3.
Use [] and [] to select Self-timer, and
then press [].
4.
Use [] and [] to select the self-timer time
you want to use, and then press [SET].
Selecting “Off” in step 4 disables the self-timer.
Using flash in combination with another light source
(daylight, fluorescent light, etc.) can result in abnormal
image colors.
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With the Triple Self-timer, the camera records a
series of three images in the sequence described
below.
1. The camera performs a 10-second countdown
and then records the first image.
2. The camera prepares to record the next image.
The amount of time required for preparation
depends on the camera’s current “Size” and
“Quality” settings, the type of memory (built-in or
card) you are using for image storage, and
whether or not the flash is charging.
3. After preparation is complete, the indicator “1sec”
appears on the monitor screen, and another
image is recorded one second later.
4. Steps 2 and 3 are repeated once more to record
the third image.
To do this:
Specify a 10-second self-timer
Specify a 2-second self-timer
Specify Triple Self-timer
Disable the self-timer
Select this setting:
10 sec
2 sec
X3
Off
5.
Record the image.
When you press the
shutter release button,
the self-timer lamp
flashes and the shutter
releases after the self-
timer reaches the end
of its countdown.
You can interrupt an
ongoing self-timer
countdown by pressing
the shutter release
button while the self-
timer lamp is flashing.
NOTE
The “2 sec” self-timer setting is best when shooting
with a slow shutter speed, because it helps to avoid
blurring of images due to hand movement.
Self-timer lamp
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Specifying Image Size and Quality
You can specify the image size and image quality to suit
the type of image you are recording.
To specify the image size
“Image size” is the size of the image, expressed as the
number of vertical and horizontal pixels. A “pixel” is one of
the many tiny dots that make up the image. More pixels
provide finer detail when an image is printed, but a higher
pixel count also causes the image’s file size of to be larger.
You can select an image size to suit your needs for greater
detail or smaller file size.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Use [] and [] to select the REC tab.
3.
Use [] and [] to select Size, and then
press [].
4.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
• EX-Z30
2048 x 1536 : 2048 x 1536 pixels
2048 x 1360 (3:2): 2048 x 1360 (3:2) pixels
1600 x 1200 : 1600 x 1200 pixels
1280 x 960 : 1280 x 960 pixels
640 x 480 : 640 x 480 pixels
• EX-Z40
2304 x 1728 : 2304 x 1728 pixels
2304 x 1536 (3:2): 2304 x 1536 (3:2) pixels
1600 x 1200 : 1600 x 1200 pixels
1280 x 960 : 1280 x 960 pixels
640 x 480 : 640 x 480 pixels
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NOTES
The following are guidelines for selecting the image
size.
EX-Z30
2048 x 1536
2048 x 1360(3:2)
1600 x 1200
1280 x 960
640 x 480
When you want to do this:*
Larger
Smaller
Use this setting:*
Print the image on paper up to
260 x 195mm (10.2 x 7.7
inches)
Print the image on paper up to
260 x 173mm (10.2 x 6.8
inches)
Print the image on paper up to
203 x 152mm (8 x 6 inches)
Print the image on paper up to
163 x 122mm (6.4 x 4.8
inches)
Print the image on paper up
to 81 x 61mm (3.2 x 2.4
inches), or attach the image to
e-mail
EX-Z40
2304 x 1728
2304 x 1536(3:2)
1600 x 1200
1280 x 960
640 x 480
When you want to do this:*
Larger
Smaller
Use this setting:*
Print the image on paper
approximately 293 x 219mm
(11.5 x 8.6 inches)
Print the image on paper up to
293 x 195mm (11.5 x 7.7
inches)
Print the image on paper up to
203 x 152mm (8 x 6 inches)
Print the image on paper up to
163 x 122mm (6.4 x 4.8
inches)
Print the image on paper up to
81 x 61mm (3.2 x 2.4 inches)
or attach the image to e-mail
* The sizes indicated by the settings are rough
approximates only.
The above paper sizes are all approximate values
when printing at a resolution of 200 dpi (dots per
inch). Use a larger setting when you want to print at
a higher resolution or when you plan to produce a
larger size print.
Selecting the “2048 x 1360 (3:2)” (EX-Z30) or “2304
x 1536 (3:2)” (EX-Z40) image size records images
with a 3:2 (vertical : horizontal) aspect ratio, which is
optimal for printing on paper with an aspect ratio of
3:2.
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To specify image quality
Compressing an image before storage can cause a
deterioration of its quality. The more an image is
compressed, the greater the loss of quality. The image
quality setting specifies the compression ratio used when
an image is stored in memory. You can select an image
quality setting to suit your needs for higher quality or
smaller file size.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Use [] and [] to select the REC tab.
3.
Use [] and [] to select Quality, and then
press [].
4.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
Select this setting:
Fine
Normal
Economy
To get this:
Very high quality, but large file size
Normal quality
Small file size, but low quality
NOTE
The following are guidelines for selecting image
quality.
IMPORTANT!
Actual file size depends on the type of image you
record. This means that the remaining image
capacity noted on the monitor screen may not be
exactly accurate (pages 22 and 194).
Fine
Normal
Economy
To get this:
Higher
Quality
Lower
Quality
Select this setting:
High image quality, less
memory capacity
Normal image quality and
memory capacity
High memory capacity, less
image quality
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
This section describes other powerful features and
functions that are available for recording.
Selecting the Focus Mode
You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto
Focus, Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity, and Manual.
1.
In the REC mode, press []
( ).
Each press of [] ( )
cycles thorough the focus
mode settings in the
sequence shown below.
[
] ( )
Focus mode indicator
To set up the camera to do this:
Focus automatically (Auto Focus)
Perform close-up focus (Macro)
Fix the focal distance (Pan Focus)
Perform infinity focus (Infinity)
Focus manually (Manual Focus)
Select this setting:
None
PF
MF
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Using Auto Focus
As its name suggests, Auto Focus focuses the image
automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when
you press the shutter release button down half way. The
following is the Auto Focus range.
Range: Approximately 40cm to (1.3´ to )
1.
Keep pressing [] ( ) until there is no
focus mode indicator on the display.
2.
Compose the image
so the main subject is
within the focus
frame, and then press
the shutter release
button half way.
You can tell whether the
image is focused by
observing the focus
frame and the green
operation lamp.
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Focus frame
Green operation lamp
When you see this:
Green focus frame
Green operation lamp
Red focus frame
Flashing green operation lamp
It means this:
The image is focused.
The image is not in
focus.
3.
Press the shutter release button the rest of
the way to record the image.
Auto Pan Focus
When you press the shutter release button all the way
down in the Auto Focus mode without pausing, the camera
immediately records the image using Pan Focus (page 64)
without waiting for Auto Focus to be performed. This helps
to avoid missing a special moment while you wait for the
camera to Auto Focus.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the “REC” tab, select “Auto PF”, and
then press [].
3.
Select the setting you want and then press
[SET].
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Specifying the Auto Focus Area
You can use the following procedure to change the Auto
Focus area used in the Auto Focus Mode and the Macro
Mode. Note that the configuration of the focus frame
changes in accordance with the Auto Focus area you
select.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
On the “REC” tab, select “AF Area”, and then
press [].
3.
Select the Auto Focus area you want, and
then press [SET].
To do this:
Turn on Auto Pan Focus
Turn off Auto Pan Focus
Select this setting:
On
Off
For this type of Auto Focus area:
Very limited range in the center of the
screen
This setting works well with focus lock
(page 66).
Automatic selection of the focus area where
the subject closest to the camera is located
With this setting, a wide focus frame,
which contains seven focus points,
appears on the monitor screen first. When
you press the shutter release button half
way, the camera automatically selects the
focus point where the subject closest to
the camera is located, and a focus frame
appears at that point.
This setting works well for group photos.
Select this:
Spot
Multi
Spot Multi
Focus frameFocus frame
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Using the Macro Mode
The Macro mode lets you focus automatically on close up
subjects. The automatic focus operation starts when you
press the shutter release button down half way. The
following is the focus range in the Macro mode.
Range: Approximately 6cm to 50cm (2.4˝ to 19.7˝)
1.
Keep pressing [] ( ) until the focus mode
indicator shows “ ”.
2.
Record the image.
The focus and image recording operations are
identical to those in the Auto Focus mode.
You can tell whether the image is focused by
observing the focus frame and the green operation
lamp. The indications of the focus frame and green
operation lamp are the same as those in the Auto
Focus mode.
IMPORTANT!
In the Macro mode, the optical zoom range is 1X to
1.8X.
Using the Pan Focus Mode
Normally, your camera performs Auto Focus to ensure that
your images are always in focus. With Pan Focus, focus is
fixed for a specific focal distance, and images are recorded
without Auto Focus. The focus range depends on the zoom
setting, the amount of light available when recording, and
other recording conditions.
1.
Keep pressing [] ( ) until the focus mode
indicator shows “PF”.
2.
Press the shutter release button all the way
down.
NOTE
If you press the shutter
release button half way,
the focus distance will
appear on the monitor
screen.
IMPORTANT!
When using the flash, it is recommended that you
have the zoom set to wide angle.
Focus range
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Using the Infinity Mode
The Infinity mode fixes focus at infinity (). Use this mode
when recording scenery and other faraway images.
1.
Keep pressing [] ( ) until the focus mode
indicator shows “ ”.
2.
Record the image.
1.
Keep pressing []
( ) until the focus
mode indicator shows
“MF”.
At this point, a
boundary also appears
on the display,
indicating the part of the
image that will be used
for manual focus.
Using Manual Focus
With the Manual Focus mode, you can adjust the focus of
an image manually. The following shows focus ranges in
the Macro mode for two optical zoom factors.
Optical Zoom Factor
1X
3X
Approximate Focus Range
6cm (2.4˝) to infinity ()
18cm (7.1˝) to infinity ()
Boundary
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2.
While watching the
image on the monitor
screen, use [] and
[] to focus.
Pressing [] or [] causes the area inside of the
boundary displayed in step 1 to fill the monitor
screen momentarily to aid in focus. The normal
image reappears a short while later.
3.
Press the shutter release button to record the
image.
IMPORTANT!
In the Manual Focus mode, the [] and [] keys
adjust focus, even if you used key customization to
assign other functions to them (page 89).
To do this:
Focus in on the subject
Focus out on the subject
Do this:
Press [].
Press [].
Manual focus position
Using Focus Lock
Focus lock is a technique you can use to focus on a subject
that is not located within the focus frame when you record
an image. You can use focus lock in the Auto Focus mode
and the Macro mode ( ).
1.
Using the monitor
screen, compose the
image so the main
subject is within the
focus frame, and then
press the shutter
release button half
way.
You can tell whether the image is focused by
observing the focus frame and the green operation
lamp. The indications of the focus frame and green
operation lamp are the same as those in the Auto
Focus mode.
1200
1200
1600
1600
NORMAL
NORMAL
10
10
04/
04/
12
12
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24
12
12
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F2.6
F2.6
Focus frame
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2.
Keeping the shutter
release button half
way down, re-
compose the image
as you like.
This locks the focus on
the subject that is
currently within the
focus frame.
3.
When the image is composed the way you
want, press the shutter release button the rest
of the way to record it.
The focus and image recording operations are
identical to those in the Auto Focus mode.
NOTE
Locking the focus also locks the exposure.
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1600
1600
NORMAL
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Exposure Compensation (EV Shift)
Exposure compensation lets you change the exposure
setting (EV value) manually to adjust for the lighting of your
subject. This feature helps to achieve better results when
recording a backlit subject, a strongly lit subject indoors, or
a subject that is against a dark background.
EV Shift Range: –2.0EV to +2.0EV
Steps: 1/3EV
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab,
select EV Shift, and
then press [].
Exposure compensation
value
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3.
Use [] and [] to
change the exposure
compensation value,
and then press [SET].
Pressing [SET] registers
the displayed value.
Up : Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best
used for light-colored subjects and backlight
subjects.
Down : Decreases the EV value. A lower EV value is best
for dark-color subjects and for shooting outdoors
on a clear day.
EV value
To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes
0.0.
4.
Record the image.
IMPORTANT!
When shooting under very dark or very bright
conditions, you may not be able to obtain satisfactory
results even after performing exposure
compensation.
NOTES
Performing an EV shift operation causes the
metering mode to switch automatically to center
weighted metering. Returning the EV shift value to
0.0 causes the metering mode to change back to
multi-pattern metering.
You can use key customization (page 89) to
configure the camera to perform exposure
compensation whenever you press [] or [] while in
the REC mode.
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Adjusting White Balance
The wavelengths of the light produced by various light
sources (sunlight, light bulb, etc.) can affect the color of a
subject when it is recorded. White balance lets you make
adjustments to compensate for different lighting types, so
the colors of an image appear more natural.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab,
select White
Balance, and then
press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
NOTES
Selecting “Manual” changes white balance to the
settings achieved the last time a manual white
balance operation was performed.
You can use the key customization feature (page 89)
to configure the camera so the white balance setting
changes whenever you press [] or [] while in the
REC mode.
When shooting under these conditions:
Normal conditions
Outdoor daylight
Outdoor overcast sky
Shade
Incandescent light bulb
(reddish tinge)
Fluorescent light (greenish tinge)
Difficult lighting that requires manual
control (See “Adjusting White Balance
Manually”.)
Select this setting:
Auto
Manual
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Adjusting White Balance Manually
Under some light sources, automatic white balance under
the “Auto” setting can take a long time to complete. Also,
the auto white balance range (color temperature range) is
limited. Manual white balance helps to ensure that colors
are recorded correctly for a particular light source.
Note that you must perform manual white balance under
the same conditions you will be shooting under. You must
also have a white piece of paper or other similar object on
hand in order to perform manual white balance.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select White Balance,
and then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to
select Manual.
This causes the object
you last used to adjust
manual white balance to
appear on the monitor
screen.
4.
Point the camera at a white piece of paper or
similar object under the lighting conditions
for which you want to set the white balance,
and then press the shutter release button.
This starts the white balance adjustment procedure.
The message “Complete” appears on the monitor
screen after white balance adjustment is complete.
Dim lighting or pointing the camera at a dark colored
object while performing manual white balance
adjustment can cause the procedure to take a long
time to complete.
5.
Press [SET].
This registers the white balance settings and returns
to the REC mode.
A white piece of
paper
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Using the BESTSHOT Mode
Selecting one of the 21 BESTSHOT scenes automatically
sets up the camera for recording a similar type of image.
Example Sample Scene
Portrait Scenery
Night Scene Night Scene Portrait
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select REC Mode, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to
select
BESTSHOT, and then
press [SET].
This enters the
BESTSHOT mode and
displays a sample
scene.
4.
Use [] and [] to select the sample scene
you want, and then press [SET].
5.
Record the image.
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IMPORTANT!
Sample scene number 4 is Coupling Shot scene
(page 75). Sample scene number 5 is a Pre-shot
scene (page 77).
BESTSHOT scenes were not recorded using this
camera. They are provided as samples only.
Images recorded using a BESTSHOT scene may not
produce the results you expected due to shooting
conditions and other factors.
After selecting a BESTSHOT scene, you can change
to a different one by pressing [SET] and then using
[] and [] to scroll through available scenes. When
the one you want is displayed, press [SET].
You can change the camera settings that are made
when you select a BESTSHOT scene. Note,
however, that the BESTSHOT settings revert to their
defaults when you select another BESTSHOT scene,
change the recording mode, or turn off the camera.
Noise reduction processing is performed
automatically when you are recording a night scene,
fireworks, or other image that requires slow shutter
speeds. Because of this, it takes longer to record
images at lower shutter speeds. Make sure that you
do not perform any camera button operations until
the image recording operation is complete.
NOTES
You can use the key customization feature (page 89)
to configure the camera to enter the BESTSHOT
mode whenever you press [] or [] while in the
REC mode.
Operation guidance and
the currently selected
BESTSHOT scene
appear on the display for
about two seconds after
you enter the
BESTSHOT mode this
way, or if the camera is in
the BESTSHOT mode
when you turn it on.
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6.
Use [] and [] to
display the image
whose setup you
want to register as a
BESTSHOT scene.
7.
Use [] and [] to
select Save, and
then press [SET].
This registers the setup.
Now you can use the
procedure on page 71
to select your user
setup for recording.
Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup
You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an
image you recorded for later recall when you need it again.
Recalling a setup you save automatically sets up the
camera accordingly.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select REC Mode, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select BESTSHOT,
and then press [SET].
This enters the BESTSHOT mode and displays a
sample scene.
4.
Use [] and [] to
display Register
User Scene.
5.
Press [SET].
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IMPORTANT!
BESTSHOT user setups are located in the camera’s
built-in memory after the built-in sample scenes.
When a BESTSHOT user setup is recalled, the
monitor screen in step 4 of the procedure on page 71
displays the text “Recall User Scene”.
Note that formatting the built-in memory (page 135)
deletes all BESTSHOT user setups.
NOTES
The following are the settings that are included in a
BESTSHOT user setup: focus mode, EV shift value,
white balance mode, flash mode, and ISO sensitivity.
Note that images recorded with this camera only can
be used to create a BESTSHOT user setup.
You can have up to 999 BESTSHOT user setups in
the camera’s built-in memory at one time.
You can check the current setup of a scene by
displaying the various setting menus.
When you register a BESTSHOT user setup, it is
automatically assigned a file name using one of the
formats shown below, depending on your camera
model.
EX-Z30: UEZ30nnn.JPE (n = 0 to 9)
EX-Z40: UEZ40nnn.JPE (n = 0 to 9)
To delete a BESTSHOT user setup
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select REC Mode, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select BESTSHOT,
and then press [SET].
This enters the BESTSHOT mode and displays a
sample scene.
4.
Use [] and [] to display the user setup you
want to delete.
5.
Press [] ( ) to delete the user setup.
You can also delete a user setup by using your
computer to delete its file in the “SCENE” folder in
the camera’s built-in memory (page 163).
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Combined
Images
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select REC Mode, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select BESTSHOT,
and then press [SET].
4.
Use [] and [] to select Coupling Shot,
and then press [SET].
Combining Shots of Two People into a
Single Image (Coupling Shot)
The Coupling Shot mode lets you record images of two
people and combine them into a single image. This makes
it possible for you to include yourself in group images, even
when there is no one else around to record the image for
you. Coupling Shot is available in the BESTSHOT mode
(page 71).
First Image This is the part
of the image that
does not include
the person who
is recording the
first image.
Second
Image
Making sure that
the background
of the image is
aligned correctly,
record the image
of the person
who recorded
the first image.
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5.
Align the focus frame
on the monitor screen
with the subject you
want on the left side
of the image.
While “Coupling Shot” is
selected, the “AF Area”
(page 63) setting
automatically becomes
“Spot”.
6.
Press the shutter release button to record the
left side of the image.
The focus, exposure, white balance, zoom, and flash
settings are fixed for this type of image.
7.
Next, align the focus
frame with the
subject you want in
the right side of the
image, taking care to
align the actual
background with the
semi-transparent
image of the
background of the
first image, which is
shown on the monitor
screen.
Pressing [MENU] any time after step 5 of the above
procedure cancels the first image and returns to step
5.
Focus frame
Semi-transparent
image
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8.
When everything is aligned correctly, record
the right side of the image.
IMPORTANT!
Coupling Shot temporarily uses file memory to store
data. You may get an error during Coupling Shot
recording if there is not enough file memory available
to store the required data. If this happens, delete
images you no longer need and try again.
Recording a Subject onto an Existing
Background Image (Pre-shot)
Pre-shot helps you get the background you want, even if
you need to ask someone else to record the image for you.
Basically, Pre-shot is a two-step process.
1. You compose the background you want and press the
shutter release button, which causes a semi-transparent
image of the background to remain on the monitor
screen.
2. Ask someone else to record a shot of you against your
original background, telling them to compose the image
by using the semi-transparent monitor screen image as a
guide.
The camera stores the image produced by step 2 only.
Depending on how the image is actually composed in
step 2, its background may not be exactly the same as
the one you composed in step 1.
Note that Pre-shot is available in the BESTSHOT mode
only (page 71).
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Freeze the background on
the monitor screen.
Record the image, using
the background on the
monitor screen as a guide.
This records the image.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select REC Mode, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select BESTSHOT,
and then press [SET].
4.
Use [] and [] to select Pre-shot, and then
press [SET].
5.
Freeze the background on the monitor screen.
Though a semi-transparent image of the background
appears on the monitor screen in step 6, the
background image is not saved in memory at this
time.
The focus, exposure, white balance, zoom, and flash
settings are fixed for this type of image.
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6.
Next, align the focus
frame with the
subject, composing
the subject with the
semi-transparent
background shown
on the monitor
screen.
Pressing [MENU] any time after step 5 of the above
procedure cancels the background image and
returns to step 5.
7.
When everything is aligned correctly, record
the image.
This records the image composed on the monitor
screen in step 6. The reference background image is
not recorded.
Semi-transparent image
Using the Movie Mode
You can record movies with audio. A single movie can be
as long as available memory capacity allows.
File Format: AVI
AVI format conforms to the Motion JPEG format promoted
by the Open DML Group.
Image Size: 320 x 240 pixels
Movie File Size: Approximately 300KB/second.
Maximum Movie Length
One Movie:
As long as available memory capacity allows
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select REC Mode, and
then press [].
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3.
Use [] and [] to
select Movie,
and then press [SET].
4.
Point the camera at
the subject and then
press the shutter
release button.
Movie recording
continues as long as
remaining memory
capacity allows, or until
you stop it by pressing
the shutter release
button again.
Starting a movie record operation causes optical
zoom to be disabled. Only digital zoom is available
while a movie record operation is in progress. If you
want to use optical zoom to record a movie, perform
the zoom operation before starting the record
operation.
Recording time
Remaining recording time
Movie recording indicator
The remaining recording time value counts down on
the monitor screen as you record.
The focus mode automatically changes to Pan Focus
(page 64) when you enter the Movie mode,
regardless of the mode memory’s (page 90) Focus
setting. You can, however, change to another focus
mode before starting a recording.
5.
When movie recording is complete, the movie
file is stored in file memory.
IMPORTANT!
The flash does not fire in the Movie mode.
This camera also records audio. Note the following
points when recording a movie.
Take care that you do
not block the
microphone with your
fingers.
Good recording
results are not
possible when the
camera is too far from
the subject.
Operating camera buttons during recording can
cause button noise to be included in the audio.
Movie audio is recorded in monaural.
Microphone
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The camera automatically switches to the Pan
Focus mode (PF) (page 64) whenever you enter
the Movie Mode.
The camera focuses automatically whenever you
have Auto Focus (page 62) or Macro ( ) selected
as the focus mode. Note that the confirmation
tone that sounds during the Auto Focus operation
will be recorded in the audio.If you do not want
confirmation tones in your audio, keep Pan Focus
(PF) as the focus mode, or select Manual Focus
(MF) and manually focus the image before
starting your recording.
Auto Focus is not performed in the case of the
Pan Focus (PF), Manual Focus (MF) and Infinity
() focus modes, and so no confirmation tone
sounds. In the case of the Manual Focus mode,
you cannot adjust focus settings while recording
is in progress. Be sure to make all adjustments
before beginning the record operation.
Certain types of memory cards take longer to
record data, which can cause movie frames to be
dropped. and
REC
flash on the monitor screen
during recording to let you know when a frame
has been dropped.
Recording Audio
Adding Audio to a Snapshot
You can add audio to a snapshot after you record it.
Image Format: JPEG
JPEG is an image format that provides efficient data
compression.
The file extension of a JPEG file is “.JPG”.
Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format
This is the Windows standard format for audio recording.
The file extension of a WAVE/ADPCM file is “.WAV”.
Recording Time:
Up to about 30 seconds per image
Audio File Size:
Approximately 120KB (30-second recording of
approximately 4KB per second)
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1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select REC Mode, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select ( + ) and
then press [SET].
This enters the Snapshot Audio Mode.
4.
Press the shutter
release button to
record the image.
After the image is
recorded, the camera
enters audio recording
standby, with the image
you just recorded on the
monitor screen.
You can cancel audio recording standby by pressing
[MENU].
Remaining recording time
5.
Press the shutter release button to start audio
recording.
The green operation lamp flashes as recording is
performed.
Even if you have the monitor screen turned off (page
25), the monitor screen turns on while you are
adding audio to a snapshot.
6.
Recording stops after about 30 seconds or
when you press the shutter release button.
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Recording Your Voice
The Voice Recording Mode provides quick and easy
recording of your voice.
Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format
This is the Windows standard format for audio recording.
The file extension of a WAVE/ADPCM file is “.WAV”.
Recording Time:
Approximately 40 minutes with built-in memory
Audio File Size:
Approximately 120KB (30-second recording of
approximately 4KB per second)
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select REC Mode, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to
select Voice,
and then press [SET].
This enters the Voice
Recording Mode.
Remaining recording time
4.
Press the shutter release button to start voice
recording.
The remaining recording time value counts down on
the monitor screen and the green operation lamp
flashes as recording is performed.
Pressing the [DISP] button during voice recording
turns off the monitor screen.
You can insert index marks while recording by
pressing [SET]. See page 111 for information about
jumping to an index mark during playback.
5.
Recording stops when you press the shutter
release button, when memory becomes full,
or when the battery goes dead.
NOTE
Holding down [DISP] as you press the power button
or [ ] (REC) enters the Voice Recording Mode
without extending the lens.
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Audio Recording Precautions
Keep the microphone on the
front of the camera pointed
at the subject.
Take care that you do not
block the microphone with
your fingers.
Good recording results are not possible when the camera
is too far from the subject.
Operating camera buttons during recording can cause
button noise to be included in the audio.
Pressing the power button or pressing [ ] (PLAY) stops
recording and stores any audio recorded up to that point.
You can also perform “after-recording” to add audio to a
snapshot after recording it, and also change the audio
recorded for an image. See page 109 for more
information.
Microphone
Using the Histogram
You can use the [DISP] button to display a histogram on
the monitor screen. The histogram lets you check exposure
conditions as you record images (page 25). You can also
display the histogram of a recorded image in the PLAY
mode.
Histogram
A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an
image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical axis
indicates the number of pixels, while the horizontal axis
indicates lightness. You can use the histogram to
determine whether an image includes the shadowing (left
side), mid tones (center), and highlighting (right) required to
bring out sufficient image detail. If the histogram appears
too lopsided for some reason, you can use EV shift
(exposure compensation) to move it left or right in order to
achieve better balance. Optimum exposure can be
achieved by correcting exposure so the graph is as close to
the center as possible.
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When the histogram is too far
to the left, it means that there
are too many dark pixels.
This type of histogram results
when the overall image is
dark. A histogram that is too
far to the left may result in
“black out” of the dark areas
of an image.
When the histogram is too far
to the right, it means that
there are too many light
pixels.
This type of histogram results
when the overall image is
light. A histogram that is too
far to the right may result in
“white out” of the light areas of
an image.
A centered histogram
indicates that there is good
distribution of light pixels and
dark pixels. This type of
histogram results when the
overall image is at optimal
lightness.
IMPORTANT!
Note that the above histograms are shown for
illustrative purposes only. You may not be able to
achieve exactly the same shapes for particular
subjects.
A centered histogram does not necessarily
guarantee optimum exposure. The recorded image
may be over-exposed or under-exposed, even
though its histogram is centered.
You may not be able to achieve an optimum
histogram configuration due to the limitations of EV
shift.
Use of the flash as well as certain shooting
conditions can cause the histogram to indicate
exposure that is different from the actual exposure of
the image when it was recorded.
This histogram does not appear when you are using
Coupling Shot (page 75) or Pre-shot (Page 77).
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REC Mode Camera Settings
The following are the settings you can make before
recording an image using a REC mode.
ISO sensitivity
Grid on/off
Image Review on/off
L/R key setting
Power on default settings
Resetting the camera
NOTE
You can also configure the settings listed below. See
the referenced pages for more information.
Size (page 58)
Quality (page 60)
White Balance (page 69)
Digital Zoom (page 52)
AF Area (page 63)
Auto PF (page 62)
Specifying ISO Sensitivity
You can change the ISO sensitivity setting for better
images in places where lighting is dim or when you are
using faster shutter speeds.
ISO sensitivity is expressed in terms of values that
originally indicated the sensitivity to light for photographic
film. A larger value indicates higher sensitivity, which is
better for recording when available lighting is dim.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select ISO, and then
press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you want
and then press [SET].
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IMPORTANT!
Under certain conditions, a high shutter speed in
combination with a high ISO sensitivity setting can
cause digital noise to appear inside of an image. For
clean, good-quality images, use the lowest ISO
sensitivity setting possible.
Using a high ISO sensitivity setting along with the
flash to shoot a nearby subject may result in
improper illumination of the subject.
NOTE
You can use the key customization feature (page 89)
to configure the camera so the ISO sensitivity setting
changes whenever you press [] and [] while in the
REC mode.
Select this setting:
Auto
ISO 50
ISO 100
ISO 200
ISO 400
EX-Z30
To get this:
Automatic sensitivity selection
Conforms to ISO 50
Conforms to ISO 100
Conforms to ISO 200
Conforms to ISO 400
EX-Z40
Select this setting:
Auto
ISO 50
ISO 100
ISO 200
ISO 400
To get this:
Automatic sensitivity selection
Conforms to ISO 50
Conforms to ISO 100
Conforms to ISO 200
Conforms to ISO 400
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To do this:
Display images on the monitor
screen for about one second
immediately after they are recorded
Do not display images immediately
after they are recorded
Select this setting:
On
Off
Turning Image Review On and Off
Image review displays an image on the monitor screen as
soon as you record it. Use the following procedure to turn
image review on and off.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select Review, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off
You can display gridlines on the monitor screen to help you
compose images and ensure that the camera is straight
when recording.
To do this:
Display the grid
Hide the grid
Select this setting:
On
Off
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select Grid, and then
press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
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Assigning Functions to the [] and []
Keys
A “key customization” feature lets you configure the []
and [] keys so they change camera settings whenever
they are pressed in the REC mode. After you configure the
[] and [] keys, you can change the setting assigned to
them without going through the menu screen.
1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the REC tab, select L/R Key, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
NOTE
The initial default setting is “REC Mode”.
Select this:
REC Mode
EV Shift
White Balance
ISO
Self-timer
Off
When you want to assign this function to
[] and [] keys:
Recording mode
•[] and [] cycle through recording
modes: Snapshot, BESTSHOT, Movie,
Snapshot Audio, Voice Recording
(page 183)
EV shift
•[] decreases compensation, []
increases compensation (page 67).
White balance setting
•[] and [] cycle through white
balance settings (page 69).
ISO sensitivity
•[] and [] cycle through ISO
sensitivity settings (page 86).
Self-timer mode
•[] and [] cycle through self-timer
modes (page 56).
No function assigned
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Specifying Power On Default Settings
The camera’s “mode memory” feature lets you specify the
power on default settings individually for the REC mode,
flash mode, focus mode, white balance mode, ISO
sensitivity, AF Area, digital zoom mode, manual focus
position and zoom position. Turning on mode memory for a
mode tells the camera to remember the status of that mode
when you turn off the camera, and restore it the next time
you turn the camera back on. When mode memory is
turned off, the camera automatically restores the initial
factory default setting for the applicable mode.
The following table shows what happens when you turn
mode memory on or off for each mode.
Function
REC Mode
Flash
Focus*
1
White Balance
ISO
AF Area
Digital Zoom
MF Position
Zoom Position*
2
On
Setting when
camera is
turned off
Off
Snapshot
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Spot
On
Last Auto Focus
position that was in
effect before you
switched to manual
focus
Wide
*1 Focus mode setting is not remembered for the Movie
Mode. Mode automatically returns to PF (Pan Focus).
*2 Only the optical zoom position is remembered.
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1.
In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the Memory tab, select the item you
want to change, and then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
To do this:
Turn on mode memory so settings
are restored at power on
Turn off mode memory so settings
are initialized at power on
Select this setting:
On
Off
IMPORTANT!
Note that BESTSHOT mode settings take priority
over mode memory settings. If you turn the camera
off while in the BESTSHOT mode, all settings except
for “REC Mode” and “Zoom Position” will be
configured according to the BESTSHOT sample
scene when you turn it back on again, regardless of
mode memory on/off setting.
If you turn the camera off while in the Movie mode,
the flash will be turned off when you turn the camera
back on again, regardless of mode memory on/off
setting.
Resetting the Camera
Use the following procedure to reset all of the camera’s
settings to their initial defaults as shown under “Menu
Reference” on page 183.
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select Reset, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select Reset, and then
press [SET].
To cancel the procedure without resetting, select
“Cancel” and press [SET].
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PLAYBACK
2.
Use [] (forward) or [] (back) to scroll
through files on the monitor screen.
NOTES
Holding down [] or [] scrolls images at high
speed.
In order to allow for faster playback image scrolling,
the image that initially appears on the monitor screen
is a preview image, which is of somewhat lower
quality than the actual display image. The actual
display image appears a short while after the preview
image. This does not apply to images copied from
another digital camera.
You can use the camera’s built-in monitor screen to view
images after you record them.
Basic Playback Operation
Use the following procedure to scroll through files stored in
the camera’s memory.
1.
Press [ ] (PLAY) to
turn on the camera.
This enters the PLAY
mode.
This causes an image
or a message to appear
on the monitor screen.
[ ]
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Playing an Audio Snapshot
Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot
(indicated by a indicator) and play its audio.
1.
In the PLAY mode, use [] and [] until the
image you want is displayed.
2.
Press [SET].
This plays back the
audio that accompanies
the displayed image.
You can perform the
following operations
while audio is playing.
IMPORTANT!
Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is
being performed or is paused.
To do this:
Fast forward or fast reverse
the audio
Pause and unpause audio
playback
Adjust audio volume
Cancel playback
Do this:
Hold down [] or [].
Press [SET].
Press [] or [].
Press [MENU].
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[SET]
Shutter release button
Flipping the Display
The following procedure flips the image 180 degrees. This
comes in handy when you want to show someone standing
in front of you an image on the monitor screen.
1.
In the PLAY mode, use [] and [] to scroll
through images on the monitor screen and
display the one you want.
2.
While holding down the shutter release
button, press [SET].
This flips the image 180 degrees. The histogram or
any other display information you had displayed is
cleared automatically whenever you flip the image.
While an image is flipped, you can use [] and [] to
scroll to another image, if you want.
3.
To return the image to its normal orientation,
press any button other than [], [], [], or
[].
IMPORTANT!
Note that you cannot play a movie, or a voice
recording file on the monitor screen while a flipped
image is displayed.
You cannot use the above procedure to flip an image
while a zoomed image, 9-image screen, calendar
screen image, a movie image, an audio snapshot, or
a voice recording file image is on the display.
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Zooming the Display Image
Perform the following procedure to zoom the image
currently on the monitor screen up to four times its normal
size.
1.
In the PLAY mode, use [] and [] to display
the image you want.
2.
Press the zoom
button ( ) to enlarge
the image.
This displays an
indicator that shows the
current zoom factor.
You can toggle between
the zoomed image and
normal image by
pressing [MENU].
Current zoom factor
3.
Use [], [], [], and [] to shift the image
up, down, left, or right.
4.
Press [MENU] to return the image to its
original size.
IMPORTANT!
You cannot enlarge a movie image.
Depending on the original size of the recorded
image, you may not be able to zoom a display image
the full four times its normal size.
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Resizing an Image
You can use the following procedure to change a snapshot
image to either SXGA size (1280 x 960 pixels) or VGA size
(640 x 480 pixels).
VGA is the optimum image size for attachment to e-mail
messages or incorporation into Web pages.
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the “PLAY”
tab, select “Resize”,
and then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to scroll through images and
display the one you want to resize.
4.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
To do this:
Resize to 1280 x 960 pixels (SXGA)
Resize to 640 x 480 pixels (VGA)
Cancel the resizing operation
Select this:
1280 x 960
640 x 480
Cancel
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Cropping an Image
Use the following procedure when you want to crop a
portion of an enlarged image and use the remaining part of
the image as an e-mail attachment, Web page image, etc.
1.
In the PLAY mode, use [] and [] to scroll
through images and display the one you want
to crop.
2.
Press [MENU].
3.
Select the “PLAY”
tab, select
“Trimming”, and then
press [].
This causes a cropping
boundary to appear.
4.
Use the zoom button ( ) to make the
cropping boundary larger or smaller.
The size of the cropping boundary depends on the
size of the image on the display.
IMPORTANT!
Resizing an image creates a new file that contains
the image in the size you select. The file with the
original image also remains in memory.
Images smaller than 640 x 480 pixels cannot be
resized.
An image recorded using the 2048 x 1360 (3:2) pixel
size (EX-Z30) and the 2304 x 1536 (3:2) pixel size
(EX-Z40) cannot be resized.
Note that you can resize snapshots recorded with
this camera only.
If the message “This function is not supported for this
file.” appears, it means that the current image cannot
be resized.
The resize operation cannot be performed if there is
not enough memory to store the resized image.
When you display a resized image on the camera’s
monitor screen, the date and time indicates when the
image was originally recorded, not when the image
was resized.
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IMPORTANT!
Cropping an image creates a new file that contains
the cropped image. The file with the original image
also remains in memory.
An image recorded using the 2048 x 1360 (3:2) pixel
size (EX-Z30) and the 2304 x 1536 (3:2) pixel size
(EX-Z40) cannot be cropped.
Movie and voice recording file images cannot be
cropped.
An image recorded using another camera model
cannot be cropped.
If the message “This function is not supported for this
file.” appears, it means that the current image cannot
be cropped.
The cropping operation cannot be performed if there
is not enough memory to store the cropped image.
When you display a trimmed image on the camera’s
monitor screen, the date and time indicates when the
image was originally recorded, not when the image
was trimmed.
5.
Use [], [], [], and [] to move the
cropping boundary up, down, left, or right
until the area of the image you want to extract
is within the boundary.
6.
Press [SET] to extract the part of the image
enclosed in the cropping boundary.
If you want to cancel the procedure at any point,
press [MENU].
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Playing a Movie
Use the following procedure to play back a movie that was
recorded in the movie mode.
1.
In the PLAY mode,
press [] and [] to
scroll through images
until the movie you
want to play is
displayed.
2.
Press [SET].
This start playback of the movie.
You can perform the following operations while a
movie is playing.
Movie icon
IMPORTANT!
You cannot repeat play a movie. To play a movie
more than once, repeat the steps of the above
procedure.
This camera can also play back audio recordings.
Note the following points when playing back audio.
Audio volume can be adjusted only when
playback is being performed or is paused.
To do this:
Fast forward or fast reverse the
movie
Pause and unpause movie playback
Skip forward or back one frame
while paused
Cancel playback
Adjust audio volume
Do this:
Hold down []
or [].
Press [SET].
Press [] or [].
Press [MENU].
Press [] or [].
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Displaying the 9-image View
The following procedure displays nine images on the
monitor screen at the same time.
1.
In the PLAY mode, press the zoom button
( ).
This displays the 9-image screen with the image that
was on the monitor screen in step 2 in the center,
with a selection boundary around it.
is displayed in the 9-image screen to indicate
voice recording file images (page 111).
When there are nine or fewer images, they are
displayed in order with Image 1 in the upper left
corner, with the selection boundary around it.
2.
Use [], [], [], and [] to move the
selection boundary to the image you want.
Pressing [] while the selection boundary is
in the right column or [] while it is in the left
column scrolls to the next full screen of nine
images.
3.
Pressing any button besides [], [], [], or
[] displays the full-size version of the image
where the selection boundary is located.
2 3
17 18 19
20 1 2
345
678
91011
12 13 14
15 16 17
18 19 20
1
Example: When there are 20 images in memory, and
Image 1 is displayed first
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Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-
image View
1.
Display the 9-image view.
2.
Use [], [], [], and
[] to move the
selection boundary
up, down, left, or right
until it is located at
the image you want to
view.
3.
Pressing any button
besides [], [], [],
or [] displays the
selected image.
This displays the full-
size version of the
image you selected.
Selection boundary
Month/Year
Date selection cursor
Displaying the Calendar Screen
Use the following procedure to display a 1-month calendar.
While the calendar is on the display, you can select a date,
which displays the first image recorded on that date. This
helps to make it easy to find the images you want.
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [] ( ).
2.
Use [], [], [], and
[] to move the date
selection cursor.
Use the procedure
under “Changing the
Date Format” on page
129 to specify the date
format.
The image displayed on
the calendar for each
date is the first image
that was recorded on
that date.
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Pressing [] while the date selection cursor is
located anywhere in the top line of the calendar
causes the previous month to appear.
Pressing [] while the date selection cursor is
located anywhere in the bottom line of the calendar
causes the next month to appear.
To exit the calendar screen, press [MENU] or [DISP].
is displayed in the calendar screen to indicate
voice recording file images (page 111).
appears in place of the image when the date
contains data that cannot be displayed by this
camera.
3.
To view the large version of a date’s image,
move the date selection cursor to the date
and then press [SET].
This displays the first image that was recorded on
the selected date.
Playing a Slide Show
Slide Show automatically plays back images in sequence
at a fixed interval.
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Slideshow”,
and then press [].
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4.
Use [] and [] to select “Start”, and then
press [SET].
This starts the slide show.
5.
To stop Slide Show, press [SET].
The slideshow will also stop automatically after the
amount of time you specified for “Time” elapses.
3.
Configure the slideshow settings.
See the pages indicated below for more information.
For information about
configuring this setting:
Images
Time
Interval
Cancel
Go here:
“To specify the slideshow
images” on page 104
“To specify the slideshow
time” on page 105
“To set the slideshow
interval” on page 105
To exit the slideshow
setting screen and cancel
the slideshow, use []
and [] to select “Cancel”
and then press [SET].
IMPORTANT!
Note that all buttons are disabled while an image
change is in progress. Wait until an image is stopped
on the monitor screen before performing a button
operation, or hold down the button until the image
stops.
When the slideshow comes to a movie file, it plays
the movie once and advances to the next file.
When the slideshow comes to an audio snapshot or
voice recording file, it plays the audio once and then
advances to the next file.
While audio is playing, you can use [] and [] to
adjust the volume level.
Images copied from another digital camera or a
computer may take longer time to appear than the
slideshow interval time you specify.
If there are indicators on the display, you can clear
them by pressing [DISP] (page 25).
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To specify the slideshow images
1.
Use [] and [] to select “Images”, and then
press [].
2.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
3.
Use [] and [] to select “Start”, and then
press [SET].
This starts the slideshow.
The audio of audio snapshot and voice recording
files is also played back.
To do this:
Include all files in file memory in the
slideshow
Display a single file
Include all files in the FAVORITE
folder (page 116) in the slideshow
Select this setting:
All images
One Image
Favorites
Selecting a Particular Image for a Slideshow
When you select “One image” as the slideshow type, the
slide show displays only one image, without changing it.
Use this setting when you want a particular image to
remain on the display while the camera is on the USB
cradle (Photo Stand feature).
1.
Select “One image”, and then press [].
2.
Use [] and [] to scroll through the images
until the one you want to use is on the
monitor screen.
3.
Press [SET] to
register your
selection and return
to the menu screen.
Pressing [MENU]
instead of [SET] returns
to the menu screen
without registering the
setting.
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To specify the slideshow time
1.
Use [] and [] to select “Time”.
2.
Use [] and [] to specify the time setting
you want, and then press [SET].
You can specify a time in the range of 1 to 60
minutes.
3.
Use [] and [] to select “Start”, and then
press [SET].
This starts the slideshow.
To set the slideshow interval
1.
Use [] and [] to select “Interval”.
2.
Use [] and [] to specify the interval setting
you want, and then press [SET].
You can specify “MAX”, or a value in the range of 1
to 30 seconds as the interval.
When “MAX” is selected for the interval, only the first
frame of movie files is played.
3.
Use [] and [] to select “Start”, and then
press [SET].
This starts the slideshow.
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Using the Photo Stand Feature
The “Photo Stand” feature lets you specify what should
appear on the camera’s monitor screen while the camera is
on its USB cradle. You can play a Photo Stand slideshow
without worrying about remaining battery power, or you can
specify display of a particular image. Photo Stand feature
operations are performed in accordance with slideshow
setting. See page 104 for information about configuring
slideshow settings to suit your needs.
1.
Set the camera onto the USB cradle.
Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it
is turned on.
2.
Press the USB cradle’s
[PHOTO] button.
This starts the Photo
Stand slideshow with the
images or image you
specified under “To
specify the slideshow
images” (page 104).
Pressing [MENU] displays a screen for configuring
slideshow settings. To restart the slideshow, press
[MENU] while the menu screen is displayed, or
select “Start” and then press [SET].
While audio is playing, you can use [] and [] to
adjust the volume level.
[PHOTO]
3.
To stop the Phot Stand slideshow, press
[PHOTO] again.
IMPORTANT!
The battery is not charged while a Photo Stand
slideshow is in progress. To charge the battery, stop
the slideshow.
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4.
Use [] and [] to
select “Rotate”, and
then press [SET].
Each press of [SET]
rotates the image 90
degrees.
5.
After you are finished configuring settings,
press the [MENU] button to exit the setting
screen.
IMPORTANT!
You cannot rotate an image that is protected. To
rotate such an image, first unprotect it.
You may not be able to rotate a digital image that
was recorded with another type of digital camera.
You cannot rotate movie or voice record images.
Rotating the Display Image
Use the following procedure to rotate the image 90 degrees
and register the rotation information along with the image.
After you do this, the image is always displayed in its
rotated orientation.
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Rotation”, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to scroll through images until
the one you want to rotate is on the monitor
screen.
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Using Image Roulette
Image Roulette cycles images like a slot machine on the
display, before stopping at one of them. When you start an
Image Roulette operation, images scroll randomly on the
screen. At first, images scroll at high speed. Then the
scrolling gradually slows down until a single image is
stopped on the screen. The image that finally appears is
random, and subject to no rules or system.
1.
While the camera is turned off, hold down []
as you press [ ] (PLAY) to turn it on.
Keep [] held down until images appear on the
monitor screen.
This starts the Image Roulette operation, scrolling
images on the display, finally stopping at one.
2.
Press [] or [] to restart the Image Roulette
operation.
3.
To turn off Image Roulette, press [ ] (REC)
to enter the REC mode or press the power
button to turn off the camera.
IMPORTANT!
Image Roulette does not play movie files or display
voice recording images.
Image Roulette is disabled when there is only one
snapshot image available.
Note that Image Roulette works only with images
recorded with this camera. Image Roulette may not
operate properly when other types of images are in
memory.
If you do not start another Image Roulette operation
for about one minute after the final image appears,
the camera enters its normal PLAY mode.
You can use Image Roulette while “Power On” or
“Power On/Off” is selected for the “REC/PLAY”
setting (page 133).
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Adding Audio to a Snapshot
The “after-recording” feature lets you add audio to
snapshots after they are recorded. You can also re-record
an audio image (one with a icon on it).
Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format
This is the Windows standard format for audio recording.
The file extension of a WAVE/ADPCM file is “.WAV”.
Recording Time:
Up to about 30 seconds per image
Audio File Size:
Approximately 120KB (30-second recording of
approximately 4KB per second)
1.
In the PLAY mode, use [] and [] to scroll
through snapshots until the one to which you
want to add audio is displayed.
2.
Press [MENU].
3.
Select the “PLAY”
tab, select “Dubbing”,
and then press [].
4.
Press the shutter release button to start audio
recording.
5.
Recording stops after about 30 seconds or
when you press the shutter release button.
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To re-record audio
1.
In the PLAY mode, use [] and [] to scroll
through snapshots until the one whose audio
you want to re-record is displayed.
2.
Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Dubbing”, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select “Delete”, and then
press [SET].
If you merely want to delete the audio with re-
recording, press [MENU] here to complete the
procedure.
4.
Press the shutter release button to start audio
recording.
5.
Recording stops after about 30 seconds or
when you press the shutter release button.
This deletes the previous recording and replaces it
with a new one.
IMPORTANT!
Keep the microphone
on the front of the
camera pointed at the
subject.
Take care that you do
not block the
microphone with your
fingers.
Good recording results
are not possible when
the camera is too far
from the subject.
Operating camera buttons during recording can
cause button noise to be included in the audio.
The (Audio) icon appears on the monitor screen
after audio recording is complete.
You will not be able to record audio when remaining
memory capacity is low.
The following types of audio recording are not
supported.
Adding audio to a movie image
Adding audio to a protected snapshot (page 115)
Audio that is re-recorded or deleted cannot be
recovered. Make sure you no longer need audio
before re-recording or deleting it.
Microphone
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Playing Back a Voice Recording File
Perform the following steps to play back a voice recording
file.
1.
In the PLAY mode, use [] and [] to display
the voice file (a file with on it) you want to
play.
2.
Press [SET].
This starts playback of
the voice recording file
through the camera’s
speaker.
You can perform the
following operations
while audio is playing.
To do this:
Fast forward or fast reverse
the audio
Pause and unpause audio
playback
Adjust audio volume
Cancel playback
Do this:
Hold down [] or [].
Press [SET].
Press [] or [].
Press [MENU].
IMPORTANT!
Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is
being performed or is paused.
If your recording has index marks (page 83) inside it,
you can jump to the index mark before or after the
current playback location by pausing playback and
then pressing [] or []. Next, press [SET] to
resume playback from the index mark position.
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DELETING FILES
You can delete a single file, or you can delete all files
currently in memory.
IMPORTANT!
Note that file deletion cannot be undone. Once you
delete a file, it is gone. Make sure you really do not
need a file anymore before you delete it. Especially
when deleting all files, make sure you check all the
files you have stored before proceeding.
A protected file cannot be deleted. To delete a
protected file, unprotect it first (page 115).
Delete cannot be performed when all the files in
memory are protected (page 116).
Deleting an audio snapshot deletes both the image
file and the audio file attached to it.
Deleting a Single File
Perform the following steps when you want to delete a
single file.
1.
In the PLAY mode,
press [] ( ).
2.
Use [] and [] to scroll through files and
display the one you want to delete.
3.
Use [] and [] to select Delete.
To exit the file delete operation without deleting
anything, select Cancel.
4.
Press [SET] to delete the file.
Repeat steps 2 through 4 to delete other files, if you
want.
5.
Press [MENU] to exit the menu screen.
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Deleting All Files
The following procedure deletes all unprotected files
currently in memory.
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [] ( ).
2.
Use [] and [] to select All Files Delete,
and then press [SET].
3.
Use [] and [] to select Yes.
To exit the file delete operation without deleting
anything, select No.
4.
Press [SET] to delete all the files.
The message There are no files. appears on the
screen after all of the files are deleted.
IMPORTANT!
If a file cannot be deleted for some reason, the
message This function is not supported for this file.
appears when you try to delete it.
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FILE MANAGEMENT
The file management capabilities of the camera make it
easy to keep track of images. You can protect files against
deletion and store the files you want in the cameras built-in
memory.
Folders
Your camera automatically creates a directory of image
storage folders in its built-in Flash memory or on the
memory card.
Memory Folders and Files
An image you record is automatically stored in a folder,
whose name is a serial number. You can have up to 900
folders in memory at the same time. Folder names are
generated as shown below.
Example: Name of the 100th folder.
Each folder can hold files numbered up to 9,999.
Trying to store the 10,000th file in a folder causes the next
serially numbered folder to be created. Folder names are
generated as shown below.
Example: Name of the 26th file
Extension
CIMG0026.JPG
Serial number (4 digits)
The actual number of files you will be able to store on a
memory card depends on the image quality settings,
capacity of the card, etc.
For details about the directory structure, see Memory
Directory Structure on page 163.
100CASIO
Serial number (3 digits)
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4.
Use [] and [] to
select On, and then
press [SET].
A file that is protected is
indicated by the
mark.
To unprotect a file, select
Off in step 4, and then
press [SET].
5.
Press [MENU] to exit the menu screen.
Protecting Files
Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 112).
You can protect files individually or you can protect all files
in memory with a single operation.
To protect a single file
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY tab,
select Protect, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to scroll through files and
display the one you want to protect.
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To protect all files in memory
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY tab, select Protect, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select All Files : On, and
then press [SET].
To unprotect all files, press [SET] in step 3 so the
setting shows All Files : Off.
4.
Press [MENU] to exit the menu screen.
Using the FAVORITE Folder
You can copy scenery shots, photos of your family, or other
special images from a file storage folder (page 163) to the
FAVORITE folder in built-in memory (page 163). Images in
the FAVORITE folder are not displayed during normal
playback, so it helps to keep your personal image private
as you carry them around. FAVORITE folder images are
not deleted when you change memory cards, so you can
always keep them on hand.
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY tab,
select Favorites, and
then press [].
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3.
Use [] and [] to
select Save, and
then press [SET].
This displays the names
of the files in built-in
memory or on the loaded
memory card.
4.
Use [] and [] to select the file you want to
copy to the FAVORITE folder.
5.
Use [] and [] to select Save, and then
press [SET].
This copies the displayed file to the FAVORITE
folder.
6.
After copying all of the files you want, use []
and [] to select Cancel, and then press
[SET] to exit.
NOTES
Copying an image file with the above procedure
creates a 320 x 240-pixel QVGA-size image in the
FAVORITE folder.
A file copied into the FAVORITE folder is
automatically assigned a file name that is a serial
number. Though the serial number starts from 0001
and can go as high as 9999, the actual upper end of
the range depends on built-in memory capacity.
Remember that the maximum number of images that
can be stored in built-in memory depends on the size
of each image and other factors.
IMPORTANT!
Note that an image that has been copied to the
FAVORITE folder and then resized cannot be
returned to its original size.
Files in the FAVORITE folder cannot be copied to a
memory card.
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To display a file in the FAVORITE folder
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY tab, select Favorites, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select Show, and then
press [SET].
If the FAVORITE folder is empty, the message No
Favorites file! appears.
4.
Use [] (forward) and
[] (back) to scroll
through the files in the
FAVORITE folder.
5.
After you are finished viewing files, press
[MENU] twice to exit.
File Name
NOTE
Holding down [] or [] scrolls images at high
speed.
IMPORTANT!
Note that a FAVORITE folder is created in the
cameras built-in memory only. No FAVORITE folder
is created on a memory card when you use one. If
you want to view the contents of the FAVORITE
folder on your computer screen, you need to remove
the memory card from the camera (if you are using
one) before placing the camera onto the USB cradle
to start data communication (pages 151, 157).
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To delete a file from the FAVORITE
folder
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY tab, select Favorites, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select Show, and then
press [SET].
4.
Press [] ( ).
5.
Use [] and [] to select the file you want to
delete from the FAVORITE folder.
6.
Use [] and [] to select Delete, and then
press [SET].
To exit the file delete operation without deleting
anything, select Cancel.
7.
After deleting all of the files you want, use []
and [] to select Cancel, and then press
[SET] to exit.
IMPORTANT!
You cannot use the delete operations on page 112 to
delete images from the FAVORITE folder.
Performing the memory format operation (page 135),
however, does delete FAVORITE folder files.
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To delete all files from the FAVORITE
folder
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY tab, select Favorites, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select Show, and then
press [SET].
4.
Press [] ( ).
5.
Use [] and [] to select All Files Delete,
and then press [SET].
IMPORTANT!
You cannot use the delete operations on page 112 to
delete images from the FAVORITE folder.
Performing the memory format operation (page 135),
however, does delete FAVORITE folder files.
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OTHER SETTINGS
Configuring Sound Settings
You can configure different sounds to play whenever you
turn on the camera, press the shutter release button half-
way or all the way, or perform a key operation.
To configure sound settings
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select Sounds, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to
select the sound
whose setting you
want to configure, and
then press [].
Select this setting:
Sound 1 through Sound 5
Off
To do this:
Select a built-in sound
Turn off the sound
NOTE
The default sound setting for all operations is Sound
1.
4.
Use [] and [] to change the setting, and
then press [SET].
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To set the volume level
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select Sounds, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select Volume.
4.
Use [] and [] to specify the volume setting
you want, and then press [SET].
You can set the volume in the range of 0 (no sound)
to 7 (loudest).
NOTE
The initial default volume setting is 3.
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen
You can specify an image you recorded as the startup
screen image, which causes it to appear on the monitor
screen for about two seconds whenever you press the
power button or [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera. The
startup screen image does not appear if you press [ ]
(PLAY) to turn on the camera.
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select Startup, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to display the image you want
to use as the startup image.
4.
Use [] and [] to change the setting, and
then press [SET].
Select this setting:
On
Off
To do this:
Use the currently displayed image
as the startup screen image
Disable the startup screen
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IMPORTANT!
You can select any one of the following types of
image as the startup image.
The camera’s built-in startup image
A snapshot you recorded with the camera
An audio snapshot you recorded with the camera
The snapshot image that you select as the startup
image is stored in a special memory location called
“startup image memory”. Only one image can be
stored in startup image memory at one time.
Selecting a new startup image overwrites anything
that is already stored in startup image memory.
Because of this, if you want to return to a previous
startup image, you need to have a separate copy of
that image in the camera’s standard image memory.
The startup image is deleted by the format operation
(page 135).
If you store an audio snapshot to startup image
memory, the image’s audio is not played when the
image is displayed at startup.
Configuring Power Down Image Settings
With the Power Down Image feature, you can configure the
camera so a specific image stored in camera image
memory appears whenever you turn off power. You can
specify a snapshot or a movie as the power down image.
To configure power down image settings
1.
Use the USB cable to connect the camera to
your computer (page 151).
2.
Move the image data that you want to use for
the power down image to the top (root)
directory of the camera’s built-in Flash
memory.
The file name extension will not be displayed if your
computer is configured to hide file name extensions.
Example: CIMG0001
If your power down image is stored on a memory
card, be sure to copy the image to built-in memory
before removing the memory card from the camera.
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3.
Change the name of the file to one of the
following.
Snapshot Image: ENDING.JPG
Movie Image: ENDING.AVI
Input the following file name only (without file name
extension) if your computer is configured to hide file
name extensions.
File Name: ENDING
Your camera is now configured to display a power
down image. The power down image will appear any
time you press the power button to turn off the
camera. The power down image appears regardless
of whether or not your camera has a memory card
loaded in it.
IMPORTANT!
Only a snapshot (JPEG) or movie (AVI) file can be
used as the power down image.
Note that the Power Down Image feature works only
with images recorded with this camera. The Power
Down Image feature may not operate properly when
another type of image is specified as the power down
image.
Formatting the cameras Flash memory deletes the
power down image.
When both a still image and a movie are present for
the power down image, only the movie is used.
Note that a power down image display operation
cannot be interrupted once it starts. Because of this,
you should select a relatively short movie when using
a movie file as the power down image.
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To cancel Power Down Image settings
1.
Use the USB cable to connect the camera to
your computer (page 151).
2.
Change the name of the current power down
image from ENDING.JPG or ENDING.AVI to
something else, or delete the current power
down image from Flash memory.
Specifying the File Name Serial Number
Generation Method
Use the following procedure to specify the method for
generating the serial number used for file names (page 114).
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select File No., and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to change the setting, and
then press [SET].
Select this setting:
Continue
Reset
To do this for a newly saved file:
Store the last file number used and
increment it, regardless of whether
files are deleted or whether the
memory card is replaced with a new
one
Find the highest file number in the
current folder and increment it
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Using the Alarm
You can configure up to three alarms that cause the
camera to beep and display a specified image at the time
you specify. Specifying a movie or an audio snapshot plays
back the image and the audio at the assigned time.
Specifying a voice recording file plays the audio.
To set an alarm
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY tab, select Alarm, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the alarm whose
setting you want to configure, and then press
[].
4.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you want
to change, and then use [] and [] to
change the selected setting.
You can set an alarm time and configure the alarm to
sound either once or at the same time everyday. You
can also turn the alarm on or off.
5.
Press [DISP].
You could press [SET] in place of [DISP] if you want
to configure the alarm without an image.
6.
Use [] and [] to select the scene you want
to appear at the alarm time, and then press
[SET].
7.
After all the settings are the way you want,
press [SET].
You can configure up to three alarms, named Alarm
1, Alarm 2, and Alarm 3.
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Stopping the Alarm
When an alarm time is reached while the camera is turned
off, the alarm will sound for about one minute (or until you
stop it), and then the camera will turn on. To stop the alarm
after it starts to sound, press any button. If the camera is
on the USB cradle when an alarm sounds, you can stop it
by pressing the USB cradle [USB] button or [PHOTO]
button, or any camera button.
IMPORTANT!
Note that the alarm does not sound if the alarm time
is reached when any one of the following conditions
exists.
While the camera is turned on
While a USB data communication operation is in
progress
While a Photo Stand operation is in progress
Setting the Clock
Use the procedures in this section to select a Home Time
Zone, and to change its date and time settings.
IMPORTANT!
Make sure you select your Home Time zone (the
zone where you are currently located) before
changing the time and date settings. Otherwise, the
time and date setting will change automatically when
you select another time zone.
To select your Home Time zone
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select World Time,
and then press [].
This displays the current World Time zone.
3.
Use [] and [] to select Home, and then
press [].
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4.
Use [] and [] to select City, and then
press [].
5.
Use [], [], [], and [] to select the
geographical area that contains location you
want to select as your Home Time zone, and
then press [SET].
6.
Use [] and [] to select the city you want,
and then press [SET].
7.
After selecting the city you want, press [SET]
to register its zone as your Home Time zone.
To set the current time and date
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select Adjust, and
then press [].
3.
Set the current date and the time.
Do this:
Press [] or [].
Press [] or [].
Press [DISP].
To do this:
Change the setting at the current
cursor location
Move the cursor between settings
Toggle between 12-hour and 24-
hour timekeeping
4.
When all the settings are the way you want,
press [SET] to register them and exit the
setting screen.
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Changing the Date Format
You can select from among three different formats for
display of the date.
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select Date Style,
and then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to change the setting, and
then press [SET].
Example: December 24, 2004
Select this format:
YY/MM/DD
DD/MM/YY
MM/DD/YY
To display the date like this:
04/12/24
24/12/04
12/24/04
Using World Time
You can use the World Time screen to view a time zone
that is different from the home time zone when you go on a
trip, etc. World Time can display the time in one of 162
cities in 32 time zones.
To display the World Time screen
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select World Time,
and then press [].
This displays the current World Time zone.
3.
Use [] and [] to select World.
4.
Press [SET] to exit the setting screen.
Select this:
Home
World
To do this:
Display the time in your home time zone
Display the time in a different time zone
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To configure World Time settings
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select World Time,
and then press [].
This displays the current World Time zone.
3.
Use [] and [] to select World, and then
press [].
4.
Use [] and [] to select City, and then
press [].
5.
Use [], [], [], and
[] to select the
geographical area you
want, and then press
[SET].
6.
Use [] and [] to
select the city you
want, and then press
[SET].
This displays the current
time in the city you
select.
7.
When the setting is the way you want, press
[SET] to apply it and exit the setting screen.
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To configure summer time (DST)
settings
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select World Time,
and then press [].
This displays the current World Time Settings.
3.
Use [] and [] to select World, and then
press [].
If you want to configure Home Time settings, select
Home instead.
4.
Use [] and [] to select DST, and then
press [].
5.
Use [] and [] to select the summer time
(DST) setting you want.
Select this:
On
Off
To do this:
Advance the current time setting by
one hour
Display the current time as-is
6.
After the setting is the way you want, press
[SET].
This displays the current time in accordance with
your setting.
7.
Press [SET] again to exit the setting screen.
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Changing the Display Language
You can use the following procedure to select one of ten
language as the display language.
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select Language,
and then press [].
3.
Use [], [], [], and [] to change the
setting, and then press [SET].
: Japanese
English : English
Français : French
Deutsch : German
Español : Spanish
Italiano : Italian
Português : Portuguese
: Chinese (Complex)
: Chinese (Simplified)
: Korean
Changing the USB Port Protocol
You can use the procedure below to change the
communication protocol of the cameras USB port when
connecting to a computer, printer, or other external device.
Select the protocol that suits the device to which you are
connecting.
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select USB, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
Select this setting:
Mass Storage (USB
DIRECT-PRINT)
PTP (PictBridge)*
When connecting to this type of
device:
Computer or USB DIRECT-
PRINT-compatible printer (page
146)
PictBridge-compatible printer
(page 146)
* PTP stands for Picture Transfer Protocol.
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Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY)
Buttons Power On/Off Functions
You can use the following procedures to configure the [ ]
(REC) and [ ] (PLAY) buttons so power turns and/or off
whenever they are pressed.
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select REC/PLAY,
and then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
PTP (PictBridge) simplifies the transfer of image data
to the connected device.
Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT) causes the
camera to see the computer as an external storage
device. Use this setting for normal transfer of images
from the camera to a computer (using the bundled
Photo Loader application).
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IMPORTANT!
When Power On/Off is selected, pressing [ ]
(REC) in the REC mode or [ ] (PLAY) in the PLAY
mode turns off the camera.
Pressing [ ] (REC) in the PLAY mode switches to
the REC mode, and pressing [ ] (PLAY) in the
REC mode switches to the PLAY mode.
NOTE
The initial default setting is Power On.
Select this setting:
Power On
Power On/Off
Disable
To configure this operation:
Power turns on when [
] (REC) or
[
] (PLAY) is pressed (but does not
turn off)
Power turns on or off when [
]
(REC) is pressed in the REC mode
or [
] (PLAY) is pressed in the
PLAY mode
Power does not turn on or off when
[
] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) is
pressed
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4.
Use [] and [] to select Format, and then
press [SET].
To exit the format operation without formatting,
select Cancel.
Formatting Built-in Memory
Formatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it.
IMPORTANT!
Note that data deleted by a format operation cannot
be recovered. Check to make sure you do not need
any of the data in memory before you format it.
Formatting built-in memory deletes all files, including
files in the FAVORITE folder (page 116), protected
files (page 115), and BESTSHOT user setups (page
73).
Formatting memory deletes the startup screen image
(page 122) and the Power Down Image (page 123).
1.
Check to make sure there is no memory card
loaded in the camera.
If there is a memory card loaded in the camera,
remove it (page 138).
2.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
3.
Select the Set Up tab, select Format, and
then press [].
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USING A MEMORY CARD
You can expand the storage
capabilities of your camera by using
a commercially available memory
card (SD memory card or
MultiMediaCard). You can also
copy files from built-in flash
memory to a memory card and from
a memory card to flash memory.
Normally, files are stored in built-in flash memory. When
you insert a memory card, however, the camera
automatically stores files to the card.
Note that you cannot save files to built-in memory while a
memory card is installed in the camera.
IMPORTANT!
Use only an SD memory card or a MultiMediaCard
with this camera. Proper operation is not guaranteed
when any other type of card is used.
See the instructions that come with the memory card
for information about how to use it.
Certain types of cards can slow down processing
speeds.
SD memory cards have a write protect switch, which
you can use to protect against accidental deletion of
image data. Note, however, if you write protect an
SD memory card, you must remove write protection
whenever you want to record to it, format it, or delete
any of its files.
Electrostatic charge, electrical noise, and other
phenomena can cause data to become corrupted or
even lost. Always make sure that you always back
up important data on other media (CD-R, CD-RW,
MO disc, computer hard disk, etc.)
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2.
Positioning the memory
card so its back is facing in
the same direction as the
cameras monitor screen,
carefully slide it into the
card slot.
3.
Swing the battery
compartment cover closed,
and then slide it in the
direction indicated by the
arrow.
Using a Memory Card
IMPORTANT!
Make sure you turn off the camera before inserting or
removing a memory card.
Be sure to orient the card correctly when inserting it.
Never try to force a memory card into the slot when
you feel resistance.
To insert a memory card into the camera
1.
While pressing the battery
compartment cover on the
bottom of the camera, slide
the cover in the direction
indicated by the arrow, and
then swing it open.
BackFront
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Formatting a Memory Card
Formatting a memory card deletes any data already stored
on it.
IMPORTANT!
Be sure to use the camera to format a memory card.
Formatting a memory card on a computer and then
using it in the camera can slow down data
processing by the camera. In the case of an SD card,
formatting on a computer can result in non-
conformity with the SD format, causing problems with
compatibility, operation, etc.
Note that data deleted by a memory card format
operation cannot be recovered. Check to make sure
you do not need any of the data on the memory card
before you format it.
Formatting a memory card that contains files deletes
all the files, even those that are protected (page
115).
To remove a memory card from the
camera
1.
Press the memory card into
the camera and then release
it. This will cause the card to
come part way out of the
camera.
2.
Pull the memory card out of the slot.
IMPORTANT!
Never insert any other object besides a memory card
into the cameras card slot. Doing so creates the risk
of damage to the camera and card.
Should water or any foreign object ever get into the
card slot, immediately turn off the camera, remove
the battery, and contact your dealer or nearest
CASIO authorized service center.
Never remove a card from the camera while the
green operation lamp is flashing. Doing so can cause
the file save operation to fail, and even damage the
memory card.
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Memory Card Precautions
If a memory card starts to behave abnormally, you can
restore normal operation by reformatting it. However, we
recommend that you always take along more than one
memory card whenever using the camera far away from
the home or office.
We recommend that you format a memory card before
using it for the first time after purchasing it, or whenever
the card you are using seems to be the cause of
abnormal images.
Before starting a format operation, check to make sure
that the battery is fully charged. Power interruption during
the format operation can result in improper formatting,
and even damage the memory card and make it
unusable.
1.
Load the memory card into the camera.
2.
Turn on the camera. Next, enter the REC
mode or PLAY mode and press [MENU].
3.
Select the Set Up tab, select Format, and
then press [].
4.
Use [] and [] to select Format, and then
press [SET].
To exit the format operation without formatting,
select Cancel.
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4.
Use [] and [] to select Built-in Card”,
and then press [SET].
This starts the copy operation and displays the
message Busy.... Please wait....
After the copy operation is complete, the monitor
screen shows the last file in the folder.
Copying Files
Use the procedures below to copy files between built-in
memory and a memory card.
IMPORTANT!
Only snapshot, movie files, audio snapshot, and
voice recording files recorded with this camera can
be copied. Other files cannot be copied.
Files in the FAVORITE folder cannot be copied.
Copying an audio snapshot copies both the image
file and the audio file.
To copy all the files in built-in memory to
a memory card
1.
Load the memory card into the camera.
2.
Turn on the camera. Next, enter the PLAY
mode and press [MENU].
3.
Select the PLAY tab,
select Copy, and
then press [].
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To copy a file from a memory card to
built-in memory
With this procedure you can copy one file at a time.
1.
Perform steps 1 through 3 of the procedure
under To copy all the files in built-in memory
to a memory card”.
2.
Use [] and [] to select Card Built-in,
and then press [SET].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the file you want to
copy.
4.
Use [] and [] to select Copy, and then
press [SET].
This starts the copy operation and displays the
message Busy.... Please wait....
The file reappears on the monitor screen after the
copy operation is complete.
Repeat steps 3 through 4 to copy other images, if
you want.
5.
Press [MENU] to exit the copy operation.
NOTE
Files are copied to the folder in built-in memory
whose name has the largest number.
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PRINTING IMAGES
A digital camera provides you with a variety of different
ways to print the images it records. The three main printing
methods are described below. Use the method that best
suits your needs.
Professional Print Service
The cameras DPOF feature lets you specify which images
you want to print and how many copies of each you want.
Then, simply take the memory card to a professional print
service where they will print your images in accordance
with your specifications. For more information, see DPOF
(page 143).
Printing Directly on a Printer Equipped with
a Card Slot, or a Printer that Supports USB
DIRECT-PRINT or PictBridge
The cameras DPOF feature lets you specify which images
you want to print and how many copies of each you want.
Then you can plug the memory card into a printer equipped
with a card slot, or connect the camera to a PictBridge or
USB DIRECT-PRINT printer for printing. For more
information, see DPOF (page 143) and Using PictBridge
or USB DIRECT-PRINT (page 146).
Printing with a Computer
Windows Users
The camera comes bundled with Photo Loader and
Photohands applications (page 175), which can be installed
on a Windows computer for image transfer, management,
and printing. For more information, see Viewing Images on
a Computer (page 151) and Installing the Software from
the CD-ROM (page 174).
IMPORTANT!
Refer to the pages referenced above for information
about how to connect the camera to a computer.
Image management procedures are provided in the
following pages of this section.
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Macintosh Users
The camera comes bundled with Photo Loader for the
Macintosh, which can be installed for image transfer and
management, but not for printing. Use commercially
available software for printing with a Macintosh. For more
information, see Viewing Images on a Computer (page
151) and Installing the Software from the CD-ROM (page
174).
IMPORTANT!
Refer to the pages referenced above for information
about how to connect the camera to a computer.
Image management procedures are provided in the
following pages of this section.
DPOF
The letters DPOF stand for Digital Print
Order Format, which is a format for
recording on a memory card or other medium
which digital camera images should be
printed and how many copies of the image
should be printed. Then you can print on a
DPOF-compatible printer or at a professional
print service in accordance with the file name
and number of copies settings recorded on
the card.
With this camera, you should always select images by
viewing them on the monitor screen. Do not specify images
by file name without viewing the file contents.
DPOF Settings
File Name,
number of copies,
date
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To configure print settings for a single
image
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY tab,
select DPOF, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select Select images,
and then press [].
4.
Use [] and [] to
display the image you
want.
5.
Use [] and [] to specify the number of
copies.
You can specify up to 99 for the number of copies.
Specify 00 if you do not want to have the image
printed.
6.
To turn on date stamping for the prints, press
[DISP] so
12
12
1
is displayed.
12
12
1
indicates that date stamping is turned on.
To turn off date stamping for the prints, press [DISP]
so
12
12
1
is not displayed.
Repeat steps 4 through 6 if you want to configure
other images for printing.
7.
After all the settings are the way you want,
press [SET] to apply them.
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To configure print settings for all images
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY tab, select DPOF, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select All images, and
then press [].
4.
Use [] and [] to
specify the number of
copies.
You can specify up to 99
for the number of copies.
Specify 00 if you do not
want to have the image
printed.
5.
To turn on date stamping for the prints, press
[DISP] so
12
12
1
is displayed.
12
12
1
indicates that date stamping is turned on.
To turn off date stamping for the prints, press [DISP]
so
12
12
1
is not displayed.
6.
After all the settings are the way you want,
press [SET] to apply them.
IMPORTANT!
If you take a memory card to a professional print
service, be sure to tell them that it includes DPOF
settings for the images to be printed and the number
of copies. If you dont, they may print all images on
the card, including the ones you do not want printed.
Note that some professional print services do not
support DPOF printing. Check with your service
before ordering prints.
Some printers may have settings that disable date
stamp and/or DPOF printing. See the user
documentation that comes with your printer for
details about how to enable these features.
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To print a single image
1.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press
[MENU].
2.
Select the Set Up tab, select USB, and
then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT
You can connect the camera
directly to a printer that supports
PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT,
and perform image selection and
printing using the camera monitor
screen and controls. DPOF support
(page 143) also lets you specify
which images you want to print and
how many copies of each should be
printed.
PictBridge is a standard
established by the Camera and
Imaging Products Association
(CIPA).
USB DIRECT-PRINT is a
standard proposed by Seiko
Epson Corporation.
Select this setting:
Mass Storage (USB
DIRECT-PRINT)
PTP (PictBridge)
When connecting to this type of
device:
Computer or USB DIRECT-
PRINT-compatible printer
PictBridge-compatible printer
Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT) causes the
camera to see the computer as an external storage
device. Use this setting for normal transfer of images
from the camera to a computer (using the bundled
Photo Loader application).
PTP (PictBridge) simplifies the transfer of image data
to the connected device.
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4.
Use the USB cable that comes with the
camera to connect the USB cradle to a printer.
Also, connect the AC adaptor to the USB cradle and
plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet.
If you are using battery power without the AC
adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.
5.
Set the camera on the USB cradle.
6.
Turn on the printer.
7.
Load paper for printing the images into the
printer.
8.
Press the USB cradles [USB] button.
This displays the print menu on the cameras monitor
screen.
USB
9.
On the print menu,
select 1 Image, and
then press [SET].
You can use [] and []
to select the image you
want to print.
You can toggle date
stamping of the image on
and off by pressing
[DISP]. The
12
12
1
icon
indicates that date
stamping is turned on.
10.
On the camera’s
monitor screen, use
[] and [] to select
Print, and then
press [SET].
This starts printing and
displays the message
Busy.... Please wait... on the monitor screen. The
message will disappear after a short while, even
though printing is still being performed. Pressing any
of the cameras buttons while printing is in progress
will cause the message to reappear.
The print menu will appear when printing is
complete.
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To print a group of images
1.
Use the DPOF procedure on page 144 to
specify the images in file memory that you
want to print.
2.
Perform steps 1 through 8 of the procedure
under To print a single image on page 146.
3.
On the print menu, select DPOF, and then
press [SET].
4.
On the cameras monitor screen, use [] and
[] to select Print, and then press [SET].
This starts printing and displays the message
Busy.... Please wait... on the monitor screen. The
message will disappear after a short while, even
though printing is still being performed. Pressing any
of the cameras buttons while printing is in progress
will cause the message to reappear.
The print menu will appear when printing is
complete.
This automatically starts printing of the images you
specified with the DPOF procedure.
To print again, repeat the above from step 3.
To print again, repeat the above from step 9.
11.
After you are finished printing, press the USB
cradles [USB] button, and then turn off the
camera.
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Printing Precautions
See the documentation that comes with your printer for
information about print quality and paper settings.
Contact your printer manufacturer for information about
models that support PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT,
upgrades, etc.
Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera
or USB cradle operation while printing is in progress.
Doing so causes a printer error.
A message appears on the monitor screen, followed
by the DPOF setting screen (page 144), if there are
no DPOF settings currently configured on the
camera to control the printing operation. If this
happens, configure the required DPOF settings and
then perform step 6 of the above procedure again.
If you want to change the current DPOF settings,
select DPOF on the print menu to display the
DPOF setting screen (page 144).
5.
After you are finished printing, press the USB
cradles [USB] button, and then turn off the
camera.
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PRINT Image Matching II
Images include PRINT Image Matching
II data (mode setting and other camera
setup information). A printer that
supports PRINT Image Matching II
reads this data and adjusts the printed
image accordingly, so your images
come out just the way you intended
when you recorded them.
* Seiko Epson Corporation holds the
copyright for PRINT Image Matching and
PRINT Image Matching II.
Exif Print
Exif Print is an
internationally supported,
open standard file format
that makes it possible to
capture and display vibrant
digital images with accurate
colors. With Exif 2.2, files
include a wide range of
shooting condition
information that can be
interpreted by an Exif Print
printer to produce better-
looking prints.
IMPORTANT!
Information about the availability of Exif Print
compatible printer models can be obtained from each
printer manufacturer.
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VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER
After using the USB cradle to establish a USB connection
between the camera and your computer, you can use your
computer to view images in file memory and copy images
to your computers hard disk or other storage media. In
order to do this, you first need to install the USB driver
located on the CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software)
that comes bundled with the camera onto your computer.
Note that the procedure you need to perform depends on
whether you are using computer running under Windows
(see below) or a Macintosh (see page 157).
Using the Camera with a Windows
Computer
The following are the general steps for viewing and copying
files from a computer running under Windows. You can find
details about each operation in the procedures that follow
below. Note that you should also refer to the
documentation that comes with your computer for other
information about USB connections, etc.
1. If you are running Windows 98, Me, or 2000, install
the USB driver onto your computer.
You need to perform this step only once, the first
time you connect to your computer.
If you are running Windows XP, you do not need to
install the USB driver.
2. Use the USB cradle to establish a connection between
the camera and computer.
3. View and copy the images you want.
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1.
What you should do first depends on whether
your computer is running under Windows 98,
Me/2000 or Windows XP.
Windows 98/Me/2000 Users
Start from step 2 to install the USB driver.
Note that the example installation presented here
uses Windows 98.
Windows XP Users
Installation of the USB driver is not required, so jump
directly to step 6.
2.
Set the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital
Camera Software) into the CD-ROM drive of
your computer.
3.
On the menu screen that appears, click
English”.
4.
Click [USB driver] and then [Install].
This starts installation.
The following steps show installation under the
English version of Windows.
IMPORTANT!
If you want to transfer files from the cameras built-in
memory to a computer, make sure there is no
memory card loaded in the camera before you place
it onto the USB cradle.
If battery goes low while you are not using the AC
adaptor, data communication may stop and the
camera may shut down. Use of the special AC
adaptor is recommended to power the camera during
data communication.
If you are using battery power without the AC
adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.
Do not try to establish a connection between the camera
and computer before installing the USB driver onto the
computer. If you do, the computer will not be able to
recognize the camera.
USB driver installation is required in the case of
Windows 98, Me, and 2000. Do not connect the
camera to a computer running one of the above
operating systems without installing the USB driver
first.
USB driver installation is not required in the case of
Windows XP.
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5.
On the screen that appears after installation
is complete, select the Yes, I want to restart
my computer now. check box and then click
[Finish] to restart your computer.
6.
Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN
5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then
plug it in to a household power outlet.
If you are using battery power without the AC
adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.
Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on
the area where you purchased the camera.
[DC IN 5.3V]
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Take care when connecting the USB cable to the
USB cradle or your computer. USB ports and cable
plugs are shaped for proper positioning.
Plug the USB cable plugs into the ports securely, as
far as they will go. Proper operation is not possible if
connections are not correct.
8.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press the
cameras [MENU] button.
9.
Select the Set Up tab, select USB, and
then press [].
10.
Use [] and [] to select Mass Storage (USB
DIRECT-PRINT), and then press [SET].
11.
After making sure the camera is turned off,
place the camera onto the USB cradle.
Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it
is turned on.
USB port
Connector A
USB cable
(bundled)
[USB]
Connector B
7.
Connect the USB cable that comes bundled
with the camera to the USB cradle and your
computers USB port.
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13.
On your computer, double-click My
Computer”.
If you are running Windows XP, click [Start] and then
[My Computer].
14.
Double-click Removable Disk”.
Your computer sees the cameras file memory as a
removable disk.
15.
Double-click the Dcim folder.
16.
Double-click the folder that contains the
image you want.
17.
Double-click the file that contains the image
you want to view.
For information about file names, see Memory
Directory Structure on page 163.
18.
Depending on your operating system, perform
one of the following procedures to save the
files, if you want.
12.
Press the USB cradles [USB] button.
This will cause the Add New Hardware... dialog box
to appear on the computer screen as the computer
automatically detects the cameras file memory. After
you install the USB driver, Add New Hardware...
dialog box will no longer appear when you perform
the above steps to establish a USB connection.
Pressing the [USB] button enters the USB mode,
which causes the USB cradles [USB] lamp to light
green (page 187).
At this point, some operating systems will display a
Removable Disk dialog box. If your operating
system does, close the dialog box.
[USB] button
[USB] lamp
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IMPORTANT!
Never use your computer to edit, delete, move, or
rename images stored in file memory. Doing so can
cause problems with the image management data
used by the camera, which may make it impossible
to display images on the camera or it may cause a
large error in the number of images value displayed
by the camera. Always copy images to your
computer memory before performing any edit, delete,
move, or rename operation.
19.
Depending on the version of Windows you are
running, use one of the following procedures
to terminate the USB connection.
Windows Me/98/XP Users
After pressing the USB cradles [USB] button and
making sure that the [USB] lamp is not lit, remove
the camera from the USB cradle.
Windows 2000 Users
Click card services in the task tray on your computer
screen, and disable the drive number assigned to the
camera. After pressing the USB cradles [USB]
button and making sure that the [USB] lamp is not lit,
remove the camera from the USB cradle.
Windows 98, 2000, Me
1. In the cameras file memory (Removable Disk), right-
click the Dcim folder.
2. On the shortcut menu that appears, click [Copy].
3. Double click [My Documents] to open it.
4. On the My Documents [Edit] menu, click [Paste].
This copies the Dcim folder (which contains the
image files) to your My Documents folder.
Windows XP
1. In the cameras file memory (Removable Disk), right-
click the Dcim folder.
2. On the shortcut menu that appears, click [Copy].
3. Click [Start] and then [My Documents].
4. On the My Documents [Edit] menu, click [Paste].
This copies the Dcim folder (which contains the
image files) to your My Documents folder.
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Using the Camera with a Macintosh
Computer
The following are the general steps for viewing and copying
files from a Macintosh.
You can find details about each operation in the
procedures that follow below. Note that you should also
refer to the documentation that comes with your Macintosh
for other information about USB connections, etc.
USB Connection Precautions
Be sure to read the documentation that comes with your
computer for other important information about USB
connections.
Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer
screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to
burn in on the screen.
Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera
or USB cradle operation while data communication is in
progress. Doing so can cause data to become corrupted.
IMPORTANT!
This camera does not support operation with a
computer running Mac OS 8.6 or lower, or Mac OS X
10.0.
If you have a Macintosh running Mac OS 9 or
OS X (10.1, 10.2 or higher), use the standard USB
driver that comes with your OS.
1. Use the USB cradle to establish a connection between
the camera and your Macintosh.
2. View and copy the images you want.
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IMPORTANT!
If you want to transfer files from the cameras built-in
memory to a computer, make sure there is no
memory card loaded in the camera before you place
it onto the USB cradle.
1.
Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN
5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then
plug it in to a household power outlet.
If you are using battery power without the AC
adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.
Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on
the area where you purchased the camera.
[DC IN 5.3V]
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USB port
Connector A
USB cable
(bundled)
[USB]
Connector B
2.
Connect the USB cable that comes bundled
with the camera to the USB cradle and your
computers USB port.
Take care when connecting the USB cable to the
USB cradle or your computer. USB ports and cable
plugs are shaped for proper positioning.
Plug the USB cable plugs into the ports securely, as
far as they will go. Proper operation is not possible if
connections are not correct.
3.
In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press the
cameras [MENU] button.
4.
Select the Set Up tab, select USB, and
then press [].
5.
Use [] and [] to select Mass Storage (USB
DIRECT-PRINT), and then press [SET].
6.
After making sure the camera is turned off,
place the camera onto the USB cradle.
Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it
is turned on.
[USB] button
[USB] lamp
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7.
Press the USB cradles [USB] button.
Pressing the [USB] button enters the USB mode,
which causes the USB cradles [USB] lamp to light
green (page 187).
8.
Your Macintosh will see the cameras file
memory as a drive.
The appearance of the drive icon depends on the
Mac OS version you are using.
After installing the USB driver, your Macintosh will
see the cameras file memory as a drive whenever
you establish a USB connection between them.
9.
Double-click the drive icon for the camera’s
file memory, the DCIM folder, and then the
folder that contains the image you want.
10.
Double-click the file that contains the image
you want to view.
For information about file names, see Memory
Directory Structure on page 163.
11.
To copy all the files in file memory to your
Macintosh hard disk, drag the DCIM folder
to the folder to which you want to copy it.
IMPORTANT!
Never use your computer to edit, delete, move, or
rename images stored in file memory. Doing so can
cause problems with the image management data
used by the camera, which may make it impossible
to display images on the camera or it may cause a
large error in the number of images value displayed
by the camera. Always copy images to your
computer memory before performing any edit, delete,
move, or rename operation.
12.
To terminate the USB connection, drag the
drive icon that represents the camera to
Trash. After pressing the USB cradles [USB]
button and making sure that the [USB] lamp is
not lit, remove the camera from the USB
cradle.
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USB Connection Precautions
Be sure to read the documentation that comes with your
computer for other important information about USB
connections.
Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer
screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to
burn in on the screen.
Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera
or USB cradle operation while data communication is in
progress. Doing so can cause data to become corrupted.
Operations You Can Perform from Your
Computer
The following are the operations you can perform while
there is a USB connection between your camera and
computer. See the referenced pages for more information
about each operation.
View images in album format
.... See Using the Album Feature on page 166.
Print images in album format
.... See Using the Album Feature on page 166.
Automatically transfer images to your computer and
manage images
.... See Installing the Software from the CD-ROM on
page 174 for information about installing Photo
Loader.
Retouch images
.... See Installing the Software from the CD-ROM on
page 174 for information about installing Photohands.
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Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images
to a Computer
The procedures in this section describe how to transfer
images from the camera to your computer using a memory
card.
Using a Computer with a Built-in SD Memory Card Slot
Insert the SD memory card directly into the slot.
Using a Computer with a Built-in PC Card Slot
Use a commercially available PC card adapter (for an SD
memory card/MMC). For full details, see the user
documentation that comes with the PC card adapter and
your computer.
Using a Commercially Available SD Memory Card
Reader/Writer
See the user documentation that comes with the SD
memory card reader/writer for details about how to use it.
Using a Commercially Available PC Card Reader/Writer
and PC Card Adapter (for SD Memory Cards and
MMCs)
See the user documentation that comes with the PC card
reader/writer and PC card adapter (for an SD memory card/
MMC) for details about how to use them.
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Memory Data
Images recorded with this camera and other data are
stored in memory using DCF (Design rule for Camera File
System) protocol. DCF protocol is designed to make it
easier to exchange image and other data between digital
cameras and other devices.
DCF Protocol
DCF devices (digital cameras, printers, etc.) can exchange
images with each other. DCF protocol defines camera
format for image file data and the directory structure for file
memory, so images can be viewed using another
manufacturers DCF camera or printed on a DCF printer.
Memory Directory Structure
Directory Structure
<¥DCIM¥> (DCIM Folder)
100CASIO (Storage folder)
CIMG0001.JPG (Image file)
CIMG0002.AVI (Movie file)
CIMG0003.WAV (Audio file)
CIMG0004.JPG (Audio snapshot image file)
CIMG0004.WAV (Audio snapshot audio file)
101CASIO (Storage folder)
102CASIO (Storage folder)
ALBUM (Album folder)
INDEX.HTM (Album HTML file)
<¥FAVORITE¥>
*
1
(FAVORITE folder)
CIMG0001.JPG (Storage file)
CIMG0002.JPG (Storage file)
<¥MISC¥> (DPOF file folder)
AUTPRINT.MRK (DPOF file)
<¥SCENE¥>
*
1
(BESTSHOT folder)
UEZ40001.JPE
*
2
(User setup file)
UEZ40002.JPE
*
2
(User setup file)
*
1
These folders are created in built-in memory only.
*
2
These file names are part of the EX-Z40 file structure only.
With the EX-Z30, files are named UEZ30001.JPE,
UEZ30002.JPE, etc.
. . .
. . .
. . .
. . . . . .
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Folder and File Contents
DCIM folder
Folder that stores all of the digital camera files
Storage folder
Folder for storing files created by the digital camera
Image file
File that contains an image recorded with the digital
camera (File Name Extension: JPG)
Movie file
File that contains a movie recorded with the digital
camera (File Name Extension: AVI)
Audio file
File that contains an audio recording (File Name
Extension: WAV).
Audio snapshot image file
File that contains the image part of an audio snapshot
(File Name Extension: JPG).
Audio snapshot audio file
File that contains the audio part of an audio snapshot
(File Name Extension: WAV).
Album folder
Folder that contains files used by the album function
Album HTML file
File used by the album function
(File Name Extension: HTM)
FAVORITE folder
Folder that contains Favorites image files
(Image Size: 320 x 240 pixels)
DPOF file folder
Folder that contains DPOF files
BESTSHOT folder (Built-in memory only)
Folder that contains BESTSHOT user setup files.
User setup files (Built-in memory only)
Files that contain BESTSHOT user setups
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Built-in Memory and Memory Card
Precautions
Note that the folder named DCIM is the parent (top)
folder of all the files in memory. When transferring
memory contents to a hard disk, CD-R, MO disk, or other
external storage, treat all the contents inside a DCIM
folder as a set and always keep them together. You can
change the name of the DCIM folder on your computer.
Changing the name to a date is a good way to keep track
of multiple DCIM folders. However, if you even want to
copy the folders back to the cameras file memory, be
sure you change the name of the DCIM folder back to
DCIM first. The camera does not recognize any folder
name other than DCIM.
Image Files Supported by the Camera
Image files recorded with the CASIO EX-Z30/EX-Z40
Digital Camera
DCF protocol image files
Certain DCF functions may not be supported. When
displaying an image recorded on another camera model, it
may take a long time for the image to appear on the
display.
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Creating an album
IMPORTANT!
Remember that creating an ALBUM folder (page
163) causes different size versions of each image to
be created in memory. If there is an ALBUM folder
in image memory when you specify printing of all
images by a professional print service or on a printer,
you may end up with unwanted multiple prints of the
same image. To avoid this problem, use the
procedure under To delete an album on page 174
to delete the ALBUM folder.
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The album feature of the camera creates files that make it
possible for you to view images on your computer in a
photo album layout. You can also use the applications
contained on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the
camera to automate image transfer and to retouch images.
Using the Album Feature
The album feature creates an HTML photo album layout
that displays your images. You can use the HTML layout to
post your images on a Web page, or for printing the
images.
You can use the Web browser shown below to view or
print the contents of an album. Note that to view a movie
on a computer running Windows 2000 or 98, you need to
install DirectX.
Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver 5.5 or later
Album
Index Info
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1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY
tab, select Create
Album, and then
press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select Create, and then
press [SET].
This starts creation of the album, and causes the
message Busy.... Please wait.... to appear on the
monitor screen.
The PLAY mode screen reappears after creation of
the album is complete.
Creating an album causes a file folder named
ALBUM, which contains a file named INDEX.HTM
plus other files to be created in camera memory or
on the memory card.
Sample layout
IMPORTANT!
Never open the battery compartment cover or
remove the memory card from the camera while an
album is being created. Doing so not only runs the
risk of certain album files being skipped, it can also
result in image data and other data in memory being
corrupted.
If memory becomes full while an album is being
created, the message Memory Full appears on the
monitor screen and album creation is terminated.
Album creation will not be performed properly if the
battery goes dead while album creation is in
progress.
You can also configure the camera to create albums
automatically (page 170). However, performing the
above procedure creates an album regardless of
whether automatic album creation is turned on or off.
Images in the ALBUM folder (page 163) cannot be
viewed on the cameras monitor screen.
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Selecting an Album Layout
You can select from among 10 different display layouts for
an album.
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY tab, select Create
Album, and then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select Layout.
4.
Use [] and [] to select the layout you want.
Changing the layout causes the layout sample on the
right side of the screen to change.
IMPORTANT!
The sample layout shows the arrangement of items
and the background color. It does not show whether
the layout uses a list view or detailed view, or the
current Image Type setting.
Configuring Detailed Album Settings
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the PLAY tab, select Create
Album, and then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select Set Up, and then
press [].
4.
Use [] and [] to
select the item whose
setting you want to
change, and then press
[].
Details about each of the
settings are provided in
the following sections.
5.
Use [] and [] to change the setting, and
then press [SET].
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Background Color
You can specify white, black, or gray as the color of the
album background using the procedure under Configuring
Detailed Album Settings.
Album Type
There are two album types: Normal and Index/Info.
Normal Type : This type of album displays images in
accordance with the currently selected
layout.
Index/Info Type : In addition to the normal album screen,
this type of album also includes
thumbnails of images and detailed
information about each image.
Image Use
This setting lets you select from among three different
image uses, as described below. Select the image use that
best suits the way you plan to use the image.
Select this
setting:
View
WEB
Print
For this purpose:
Smaller images for album browsing, Website
thumbnails, or archiving on a CD-R or other
media, with the full-size image displayed
when a thumbnail is clicked
This setting can be used for browsing with
the thumbnails. Clicking a thumbnail
displays a larger version for viewing or
printing.
Small image files only for album browsing, or
uploading to a Website, etc.
This option displays only the small-file
images (located in the cameras ALBUM
folder). Smaller files upload to the Internet
faster.
You cannot enlarge images by clicking a
thumbnail or play movies while this image is
selected.
Printing (high resolution)
High-resolution images take longer to
display on your computer screen.
You cannot enlarge images by clicking a
thumbnail or play movies while this image is
selected.
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Auto Album Creation On/Off
This setting controls whether an album is created
automatically whenever you turn off the camera.
Select this option:
On
Off
To do this:
Turn on auto album creation
Turn off auto album creation
When auto album creation is turned on, an album is
created automatically in built-in memory or on the
memory card whenever you turn off the camera.
IMPORTANT!
When you turn off the camera while auto album
creation is turned on, the monitor screen turns off,
but the green operation lamp continues to flash for a
few seconds to indicate that the album creation
process is being performed. Never open the battery
compartment cover or remove the memory card
while the green operation lamp is flashing.
NOTE
Depending on the number of images in memory, it
can take quite a bit of time to complete auto album
creation when you turn off the camera. If you do not
plan to use the album feature, we suggest that you
keep auto album creation turned off, which shortens
the amount of time the camera takes to power down
completely.
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Viewing Album Files
You can view and print album files using your computers
Web browser application.
1.
Use your computer to access the data in built-
in memory or on the memory card, or access
a memory card with your computer (pages
151, 162).
2.
Open the built-in memory ALBUM folder or
the memory card ALBUM folder, which is
located inside the folder named DCIM”.
3.
Use your computer’s
Web browser to open
the file named
INDEX.HTM”.
This displays a list of
folders in built-in memory
or on the memory card.
Index/Info Album Type
File NameImage
4.
If you created the album after selecting
Index/Info as the album type under
Configuring Detailed Album Settings on
page 168, you can click one of the following
display options.
Album: Displays an album created by the camera.
Index : Displays a list of images stored in a folder.
Info : Displays information about each image.
If View is selected for Use (page 169), you can
double-click an image on your computer screen to
display the full-size version.
Album
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Index
Info
The following describes the information that appears
on the Info Screen.
This Info Screen item: Shows this:
File Size Image file size
Resolution Resolution
Quality Quality
Recording mode Recording mode
AE Exposure mode
Light metering Metering mode
Shutter speed Shutter speed
Aperture stop Aperture stop
Exposure comp EV shift
Focusing mode Focusing mode
AF Area Auto Focus area
Flash mode Flash mode
Sharpness Sharpness
Saturation Saturation
Contrast Contrast
White balance White balance
Sensitivity Sensitivity
Filter Filter setting
Enhancement Enhancement setting
Flash intensity Flash intensity
Digital zoom Digital zoom setting
World Location
Date Recording date and time
Model Camera model name
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NOTES
When printing an album page, you should set up
your Web browser as described below.
Select the browser frame where the images are
located.
Set margins to the lowest possible values.
Set the background color to a printable color.
See the user documentation that came with your
Web browser application for details about printing
and configuring settings for printing.
Album contents (titles, comments, etc.) cannot be
edited on the camera. Use a commercially available
HTML file editor to edit album contents.
5.
After you are finished viewing the album, exit
your Web browser application.
Saving an Album
To save an album, copy the DCIM folder from camera
memory or the memory card to your computers hard disk,
a CD-R, an MO disk, or some other storage medium.
Note that copying only the ALBUM folder, does not copy
image data and other necessary files.
After copying the DCIM folder, do not change or delete
any of the files inside of it. Adding new images or deleting
existing images may lead to abnormal album display.
If you plan to use a memory card again after saving its
album, first delete all of its files or format it before loading
it into the camera.
When you have WEB selected for the Use setting, the
album shows only the smaller image files stored in the
ALBUM folder. Such images can be uploaded to the
Internet more quickly.
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To delete an album
1.
In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2.
Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Create Album”,
and then press [].
3.
Use [] and [] to select “Delete”, and then
press [SET].
The camera returns to the PLAY mode after the
album is deleted.
Installing the Software from the CD-ROM
Your digital camera comes bundled with useful applications
for using it in combination with a computer. Install the
applications you need on your computer.
About the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO
Digital Camera Software)
The CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) that
comes bundled with the camera contains the applications
described below. Installation of these applications is
optional, and you should install only the ones you want to
use.
USB Driver for Mass Storage (for Windows)
This is the software that makes it possible for the camera
to “talk” to your personal computer over a USB connection.
If you are using Windows XP, do not install the USB driver
from the CD-ROM. With these operating systems, you will
be able to perform USB communication simply by
connecting the camera to your computer with the USB
cable.
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Photo Loader (for Windows/Macintosh)
This application automatically transfers image, audio
snapshot, and voice recording WAV files from the camera
to your computer. Photo Loader automatically stores
transferred files in folders named using the current date
(year, month, day) and generates HTML files that make it
possible to view images using a web browser. Photo
Loader (Windows version only) also includes a feature that
simplifies the task of attaching images to e-mail.
See the user documentation file (PDF) on the bundled
CASIO Digital Camera Software CD-ROM for details
about using Photo Loader.
Photohands (for Windows)
Photohands includes retouching tools for adjusting image
color, contrast, and brightness, for resizing images, for
changing image orientation, and for cropping images. You
can also use Photohands for printing images and for
adding a date stamp to printed images.
See the user documentation file (PDF) on the bundled
CASIO Digital Camera Software CD-ROM for details
about using Photohands.
DirectX (for Windows)
This software provides an extended tool set including a
codec that allows Windows 98 and 2000 to handle movie
files recorded using a digital camera. You do not need to
install DirectX if you are running Windows XP or Me.
Acrobat Reader (for Windows)
This is an application that lets you read PDF files. Use it to
read the user documentation for the camera, Photo Loader,
and Photohands, all of which is included on the bundled
CD-ROM.
See the user documentation files (PDF) on the bundled
CD-ROM for details about using Photo Loader and
Photohands. See Viewing User Documentation (PDF
files) on page 179 (Windows) and page 181 (Macintosh)
of this manual for more information.
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Photohands
XP/2000/Me/98
Pentium or
higher
At least 64MB
At least 10MB
Computer System Requirements
Computer system requirements depend on each of the
applications, as described below.
Windows
*
1
In the case of Windows 2000, you install a data file that enables
use of the operating systems standard USB driver. You do not
install a special USB driver. Proper operation is not guaranteed
on a computer that has been upgraded from Windows 95 or 3.1
to Windows Me or 98, or from Windows 95 or NT to Windows
2000.
*
2
With Windows XP, use the USB driver that comes with the
operating system. You do not need to install the USB driver that
comes with the camera.
Macintosh
Photo Loader
9
Power PC
At least 32MB
At least 3MB
USB connection is supported on a Macintosh running OS 9, 10.1,
or 10.2. Operation is supported using the standard USB driver
that comes with the operating system, so all you need to do is
connect the camera to your Macintosh using the USB cable.
OS
CPU
Memory
HD
USB Driver*
1
XP*
2
/2000/Me/
98
486 or higher
(Pentium
recommended)
Photo Loader
XP/2000/Me/98
486 or higher
(Pentium
recommended)
At least 16MB
At least 7MB
OS
CPU
Memory
HD
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IMPORTANT!
For details about Windows minimum system
requirements, see the Readme file on the CD-ROM
(CASIO Digital Camera Software) that comes
bundled with the camera.
For details about Macintosh minimum system
requirements, use a Web browser application to read
the contents of the readme file on the CD-ROM
(CASIO Digital Camera Software) that comes
bundled with the camera.
The software on the CD-ROM (CASIO Digital
Camera Software) that comes bundled with the
camera does not support operation under Mac OS X
(10.0).
Installing Software from the CD-ROM in
Windows
Use the procedures in this section to install the software
from the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera
Software) to your computer.
NOTE
If you already have one of the bundled applications
installed on your computer, check its version. If the
bundled version is newer than the one you have, you
should install the newer version.
The CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) includes
the software and user documentation for various
languages. Check the CD-ROM menu screen to see if
applications and user documentation are available for a
particular language.
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Getting Started
Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CD-
ROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu
application, which displays a menu screen on your
computer.
The menu application may not start up automatically on
some computers. If this happens, navigate to the CD-
ROM and double-click menu.exe to launch the menu
application.
Selecting a Language
First select a language. Note that some software is not
available in all languages.
1.
On the menu screen, click the tab for the
language you want.
Viewing the Contents of the Read me
File
You should always read the Read me file for any
application before installing it. The Read me file contains
information you need to know when installing the
application.
1.
Click the Read me button for the application
you are going to install.
IMPORTANT!
Before upgrading or reinstalling Photo Loader, or
before installing it onto another computer, be sure to
read the Read me file for information about
retaining existing libraries.
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Installing an Application
1.
Click the Install button for the application
you want to install.
2.
Follow the instructions that appear on your
computer screen.
IMPORTANT!
Be sure to follow the instructions carefully and
completely. If you make a mistake when installing
Photo Loader, you may not be able to browse your
existing library information and HTML files that are
created automatically by Photo Loader. In some
cases, image files may be lost.
When using an operating system other than
Windows XP, never connect the camera to your
computer without installing the USB driver from the
CD-ROM first.
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)
1.
In the Manual area, click the name of the
manual you want to read.
IMPORTANT!
You need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed
on your computer to read user documentation files. If
you do not already have Adobe Acrobat Reader
installed, you can install it from the bundled CD-
ROM.
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User Registration
You can perform user registration over the Internet. To do
so, of course, you need to be able to connect to the
Internet with your computer.
1.
Click the Register button.
This starts up your Web browser and accesses the
user registration website. Follow the instructions that
appear on your computer screen to register.
2.
After registering, terminate your connection
to the Internet.
Exiting the Menu Application
1.
On the menu screen, click Exit to exit the
menu.
Installing Software from the CD-ROM on a
Macintosh
Use the procedures in this section to install the software
from the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera
Software) to your computer.
Installing Software
Use the following procedures to install the software.
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To install Photo Loader
1.
Open the folder named Photo Loader”.
2.
Open the folder named English, and then
open the file named Important”.
3.
Open the folder named Installer, and then
open the file named readme”.
4.
Follow the instructions in the readme file to
install Photo Loader.
IMPORTANT!
If you are upgrading to the new version of Photo
Loader from a previous version and you want to use
library management data and HTML files created
using the old version of Photo Loader, be sure to
read the Important file in the Photo Loader folder.
Follow the instructions in the file to use your existing
library management files. Failure to follow this
procedure correctly can result in loss or corruption of
your existing files.
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)
To perform the following procedures, you must have
Acrobat Reader installed on your Macintosh. You can
download the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader by
visiting the Adobe Systems website.
To view the camera users guide
1.
On the CD-ROM, open the Manual folder.
2.
Open the Digital Camera folder, and then
open the folder for the language whose user’s
guide you want to view.
3.
Open the file named camera_xx.pdf”.
•“xx is the language code.
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To read the Photo Loader users guide
1.
On the CD-ROM, open the Manual folder.
2.
Open the Photo Loader folder and then
open the English folder.
3.
Open PhotoLoader_english”.
To register as a user
Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following
CASIO website to register:
http://world.casio.com/qv/register/
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APPENDIX
Menu Reference
The following shows lists of menus that appear in the REC
mode and PLAY mode, and their settings.
The settings that are underlined in the following table are
initial defaults.
REC mode
REC tab menu
Memory tab menu
REC Mode
Flash
Focus
White Balance
ISO
AF Area
Digital Zoom
MF Position
Zoom Position
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
On /
Off
Snapshot / BESTSHOT / Movie /
( + ) / Voice
10 sec / 2 sec / X3 / Off
EX-Z30:
2048 x 1536 / 2048 x 1360 (3:2) /
1600 x 1200 / 1280 x 960 /
640 x 480
EX-Z40:
2304 x 1728 / 2304 x 1536 (3:2) /
1600 x 1200 /
1280 x 960 /
640 x 480
Fine / Normal / Economy
2.0 / 1.7 / 1.3 / 1.0 / 0.7 / 0.3 /
0.0 /
+0.3 / +0.7 / +1.0 / +1.3 / +1.7 / +2.0
Auto / (Sunlight) / (Overcast) /
(Shade) / (Light Bulb) /
(Fluorescent) / Manual
REC Mode
Self-timer
Size
Quality
EV Shift
White Balance
EX-Z30: AUTO / ISO 50 / ISO 100/ ISO 200 /
ISO 400
EX-Z40:
AUTO / ISO 50 / ISO 100/ ISO 200 /
ISO 400
Spot / Multi
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
REC Mode / EV shift / White Balance / ISO /
Self-timer / Off
ISO
AF Area
Auto PF
Grid
Digital Zoom
Review
L/R Key
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Sounds
Startup
File No.
World Time
Date Style
Adjust
Language
Sleep
Auto Power Off
REC / PLAY
USB
Format
Reset
Startup / Half Shutter /Shutter / Operation /
Volume
On (Selectable image) / Off
Continue / Reset
Home / World
Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.)
World Time setup (city, DST, etc.)
YY/MM/DD / DD/MM/YY / MM/DD/YY
Time setting
/ English / Français / Deutsch /
Español / Italiano / Português /
/
/
30 sec / 1 min / 2 min / Off
2 min / 5 min
Power On / Power On/Off / Disable
Mass Storage (USB DIRECT- PRINT) /
PTP (PictBridge)
Format / Cancel
Reset /
Cancel
PLAY mode
PLAY tab menu
Slideshow
Favorites
DPOF
Protect
Rotation
Resize
Trimming
Dubbing
Create Album
Alarm
Copy
Start / Images / Time / Interval / Cancel
Show / Save / Cancel
Select images / All images / Cancel
On / All Files : On / Cancel
Rotate / Cancel
1280 x 960 / 640 x 480 / Cancel
Create / Delete / Layout / Set Up / Cancel
Alarm setups
Built-in
Card / Card Built-in / Cancel
Set Up tab menu
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Set Up tab menu
Indicator Lamp Reference
The camera has three indicator lamps: a green operation
lamp, a red operation lamp, and a self-timer lamp. These
lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational
status of the camera.
* There are three lamp flash patterns. Pattern 1 flashes once per
second, Pattern 2 flashes twice per second, and Pattern 3 flashes
four times per second. The table below explains what each flash
pattern indicates.
Self-timer lampGreen operation lamp
Red operation lamp
Sounds
Startup
File No.
World Time
Date Style
Adjust
Language
Sleep
Auto Power Off
REC / PLAY
USB
Format
Reset
Startup / Half Shutter /Shutter / Operation /
Volume
On (Selectable image) / Off
Continue / Reset
Home / World
Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.)
World Time setup (city, DST, etc.)
YY/MM/DD / DD/MM/YY / MM/DD/YY
Time setting
/ English / Français / Deutsch /
Español / Italiano / Português /
/
/
30 sec / 1 min / 2 min / Off
2 min / 5 min
Power On / Power On/Off / Disable
Mass Storage (USB DIRECT- PRINT) /
PTP (PictBridge)
Format / Cancel
Reset /
Cancel
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REC mode
Operation Lamp
Self-timer
Lamp
Green
Lit
Lit
Pattern 3
Lit
Pattern 2
Pattern 1
Red
Pattern 3
Lit
Pattern 1
Pattern 2
Lit
Red
Pattern 1
Pattern 2
Operational (Power on, recording
enabled)
Flash is charging.
Flash charging is complete.
Auto Focus operation was successful.
Cannot Auto Focus.
Monitor screen is off.
Storing image
Storing movie / performing noise
reduction
Self-timer countdown
(10 to 3 seconds)
Self-timer countdown
(3 to 0 seconds)
Cannot charge flash.
Memory card problem / Memory
card is unformatted. / BESTSHOT
setup cannot be registered.
Memory card is locked. / Cannot
create folder. / Memory is full. /
Write error
Meaning
Operation Lamp
Self-timer
Lamp
Green Red Red
Meaning
Pattern 3
Pattern 3
Pattern 3
Low battery alert
Formatting card
Powering down
IMPORTANT!
When you are using a memory card, never remove
the card from the camera while the green operation
lamp is flashing. Doing so will cause recorded
images to be lost.
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USB Cradle Indicator Lamps
The USB cradle has two indicator lamps: a [CHARGE]
lamp and a [USB] lamp. These lamps light and flash to
indicate the current operational status of the USB cradle
and camera.
[CHARGE] lamp [USB] lamp
Color
Red
Green
Amber
Red
Status
Lit
Lit
Lit
Flashing
Color
Green
Green
Status
Lit
Flashing
Charging
Charging complete
Charge standby
Charge error
USB connection
Accessing memory
Meaning
[CHARGE] lamp
[USB] lamp
PLAY mode
Operation Lamp
Self-timer
Lamp
Green
Lit
Pattern 3
Red
Pattern 2
Lit
Pattern 3
Red
Operational (Power on, recording
enabled)
One of the following operations is
being performed: delete, DPOF,
image protect, copy, album creation,
format, power down
Memory card problem / Memory
card is unformatted.
Memory card is locked. / Cannot
create folder. / Memory is full.
Low battery alert
Meaning
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Power does not turn on.
Camera suddenly powers
down.
Image is not recorded
when the shutter release
button is pressed.
Auto Focus does not focus
properly
1) The battery is not oriented correctly.
2) The battery is dead.
1) Auto Power Off activated (page 38).
2) The battery is dead.
1) The camera is in the PLAY mode.
2) Flash unit is being charged.
3) Memory is full.
1) The lens is dirty.
2) The subject is not located in the center of the
focus frame when you compose the image.
3) The subject you are shooting is a type that is
not compatible with Auto Focus operation (page
49).
4) You are moving the camera.
1) Orient the battery correctly (page 26).
2) Charge the battery (page 28). If the battery
goes dead soon after being charged, it means
the battery has reached the end of its life and
needs to be replaced. Purchase a separately
available NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion
battery.
1) Turn power back on.
2) Charge the battery (page 28).
1) Press [
] (REC) to enter the REC mode.
2) Wait until the flash unit finishes charging.
3) Transfer files you want to keep to your
computer and then delete files from image
memory, or use a different memory card.
1) Clean the lens.
2) Make sure the subject is centered in the focus
frame when composing the image.
3) Use manual focus (page 65).
4) Mount the camera on a tripod.
Power Supply
Image Recording
Symptom Possible Cause Action
Troubleshooting Guide
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When composing the image, make sure the
subject on which you want to focus is located
inside the focus frame.
1) Select a different flash mode (page 53).
2) Charge the battery (page 28).
3) Select a different recording mode.
4) Select a different flash mode (page 53) or
BESTSHOT scene (page 71).
Charge the battery (page 28).
1) Focus the image (page 65).
2) Use Auto Focus for scenery and portrait shots.
3) Use the Macro Mode for close-ups.
1) When the battery indicator shows , charge
the battery as soon as possible (page 28).
2) Do not remove the memory card before the
save operation is complete.
The image is not focused properly.
1)
(flash off) is selected as the flash mode.
2) The battery is dead.
3) The camera is in the Movie mode.
4) A scene that selects
(flash off) as the flash
mode is selected in the BESTSHOT Mode.
The battery is dead.
1) You are using the Manual Focus Mode and
have not focused the image.
2) You are trying to use the Macro Mode when
shooting a scenery or portrait shot.
3) You are trying to use Auto Focus or the Infinity
Mode (
) when shooting a close-up shot.
1) Camera powers down before the save
operation is complete.
2) Removing the memory card before the save
operation is complete.
The subject is out of focus
in the recorded image.
The flash does not fire.
Camera powers down
during self-timer
countdown.
Monitor screen image is
out of focus.
Recorded images are not
saved in memory.
Image Recording
Symptom Possible Cause Action
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Position the camera so sunlight does not shine
directly into the lens.
This camera cannot display non-DCF images
recorded onto a memory card using another digital
camera.
Remove the battery from the camera, reinsert it,
and then try again.
1) After the computer stops accessing camera file
memory, press the [USB] button on the USB
cradle. Check to make sure that the [USB] lamp
on the USB cradle is off, and then remove the
camera from the USB cradle.
2) Press [DISP] to turn on the monitor screen.
1) Check the connection between the camera and
USB cradle.
2) Check all connections.
3) Install the USB driver on your computer (page
151).
4) Press the [USB] button on the USB cradle.
Color of the playback
image is different from the
image on the monitor
screen during recording.
Images are not displayed.
All buttons and switches
are disabled.
Monitor screen is off.
Cannot transfer files over a
USB connection.
Sunlight or light from another source is shining
directly into the lens during recording.
A memory card with non-DCF images recorded
with another camera is loaded in the camera.
Circuit problem caused by electrostatic charge,
impact, etc. while the camera was connected to
another device.
1) USB communication is in progress.
2) The monitor screen is turned off (in the REC
mode).
1) Camera is not set securely on the USB cradle.
2) USB cable is not connected securely.
3) USB driver is not installed.
4) Camera is turned off.
Other
Symptom Possible Cause Action
Playback
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If you have problems installing the USB driver...
You may not be able to install the USB driver properly if you use the USB cable to connect the camera to a computer running
Windows 98 before installing the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software), or if you have
another type of driver installed. This will make it impossible for the computer to recognize the digital camera when it is
connected. If this happens, you will need to re-install the cameras USB driver. For information about how to re-install the USB
driver, see the USB drivers Read me file on CASIO Digital Camera Software CD-ROM that comes bundled with the
camera.
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Display Messages
Alarm setting
complete.
Battery is low.
Can not find the file.
Cannot register any
more files.
Card ERROR
File could not be
saved because
battery is low.
This message appears after you change the alarm
setting.
The battery is dead.
The camera cannot find the image specified by the
slideshow Images setting. Specify another image
(page 104).
You are attempting to register a BESTSHOT
setup when the SCENE folder already contains
999 setups.
You are attempting to register a FAVORITE file
when the FAVORITE folder already contains
9999 files.
Some problem occurred with the memory card.
Turn off the camera, and remove and then reinsert
the memory card. If the same message appears,
format the memory card (page 138).
IMPORTANT!
Formatting the memory card deletes all files on
the memory card. Before formatting, try
transferring recoverable files to a computer or
some other storage device.
The battery is dead, so the recorded image could
not be saved.
Folder cannot be
created.
LENS ERROR
Memory Full
No Favorites file!
Printing Error
Record Error
SYSTEM ERROR
This message appears when you try to record an
image while there are 9,999 files stored in the
999th folder. If you want to record more files,
delete files you no longer need (page 112).
If the lens comes into contact with some obstacle
while it is extending, this message appears, the
lens retracts, and the camera turns off. Take action
to remove the obstacle, and try turning on power
again.
Memory is full. If you want to record more files,
delete files you no longer need (page 112).
There is no FAVORITE file.
One of the following problems occurred during
printing.
Printer power off
Out of paper
Out of ink
Printer internal error
Image compression could not be performed during
image data storage for some reason. Record the
image again.
Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your
retailer or a CASIO service center.
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The LOCK switch of the SD memory card is
locked. You cannot store images to or delete
images from a memory card that is locked.
There are no files in built-in memory or on the
memory card.
There are no DPOF settings specifying images and
the number of copies of each for printing.
Configure the required DPOF settings (page 143).
You are trying to save an invalid file as a
BESTSHOT user setup, or as an original startup
image.
The memory card is not formatted. Format the
memory card (page 138).
The image file or audio file is corrupted, or is a
type that cannot be displayed by this camera.
You attempted to copy files from built-in memory to
a memory card while there is no memory card
loaded in the camera (page 137).
The function you are trying to perform is not
supported for the file on which you are trying to
perform it.
The card is locked.
There are no files.
There are no printing
images.
Set up DPOF.
There is no file to
register.
This card is not
formatted.
This file cannot be
played.
This function cannot
be used.
This function is not
supported for this
file.
Specifications
Main Specifications
Product ............................... Digital Camera
Model .................................. EX-Z30/EX-Z40
Camera Functions
Image Files Format
Snapshots ....................... JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2); DCF (Design rule
for Camera File system) 1.0 standard;
DPOF compliant
Movies ............................. AVI (Motion JPEG)
Audio ............................... WAV
Recording Media ............... 9.7MB built-in Flash memory
SD Memory Card
MultimediaCard
Image Size
Snapshots ...................... EX-Z30
2048 x 1536 pixels
2048 x 1360 (3:2) pixels
1600 x 1200 pixels
1280 x 960 pixels
640 x 480 pixels
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Approximate Memory Capacity and File sizes:
Snapshots
EX-Z30
File Size
(pixels)
2048 x 1536
2048 x 1360
(3:2)
1600 x 1200
(UXGA)
1280 x 960
(SXGA)
640 x 480
(VGA)
Quality
Fine
Normal
Economy
Fine
Normal
Economy
Fine
Normal
Economy
Fine
Normal
Economy
Fine
Normal
Economy
Approximate
Image File Size
1.6MB
1.2MB
630KB
1.5MB
1.1MB
580KB
1050KB
710KB
370KB
680KB
460KB
250KB
190KB
140KB
90KB
Built-in flash
memory 9.7MB
5 shots
7 shots
14 shots
5 shots
8 shots
15 shots
8 shots
12 shots
24 shots
13 shots
20 shots
35 shots
46 shots
61 shots
98 shots
SD Memory
Card* 64MB
34 shots
45 shots
88 shots
36 shots
50 shots
95 shots
53 shots
79 shots
154 shots
82 shots
126 shots
221 shots
294 shots
386 shots
618 shots
EX-Z40
2304 x 1728 pixels
2304 x 1536 (3:2) pixels
1600 x 1200 pixels
1280 x 960 pixels
640 x 480 pixels
Movies ................................. 320 x 240 pixels
EX-Z40
File Size
(pixels)
2304 x 1728
2304 x 1536
(3:2)
1600 x 1200
(UXGA)
1280 x 960
(SXGA)
640 x 480
(VGA)
Quality
Fine
Normal
Economy
Fine
Normal
Economy
Fine
Normal
Economy
Fine
Normal
Economy
Fine
Normal
Economy
Approximate
Image File Size
1.9MB
1.5MB
1.1MB
1.8MB
1.4MB
1.0MB
1050KB
710KB
370KB
680KB
460KB
250KB
190KB
140KB
90KB
Built-in flash
memory 9.7MB
4 shots
6 shots
8 shots
5 shots
6 shots
8 shots
8 shots
12 shots
24 shots
13 shots
20 shots
35 shots
46 shots
61 shots
98 shots
SD Memory
Card* 64MB
30 shots
37 shots
50 shots
32 shots
40 shots
54 shots
53 shots
79 shots
154 shots
82 shots
126 shots
221 shots
294 shots
386 shots
618 shots
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Movies (320 x 240 pixels)
Delete .................................. Single-file, all files (with protection)
Effective Pixels .................. EX-Z30: 3.2 million
EX-Z40: 4.0 million
Imaging Element................ EX-Z30: 1/2.5-inch square pixel color
CCD
(Total pixels: 3.34 million)
EX-Z40: 1/2.5-inch square pixel color
CCD
(Total pixels: 4.23 million)
Lens/Focal Distance ......... F2.6 (W) to 4.8 (T); f=5.8 (W) to
17.4mm (T) (equivalent to
approximately 35 (W) to 105 (T) for
35mm film)
Zoom ................................... 3X optical zoom; 4X digital zoom
(12X in combination with optical zoom)
Focusing ............................. Contrast-type Auto Focus (AF Mode
(AF Area: Spot or Multi), Macro Mode),
Pan Focus; Infinity Mode; focus lock;
manual focus
Data Size 300KB/second max.
Approximate Focus Range (from lens surface)
Normal ............................. 40cm to (1.3´ to )
Macro .............................. 6cm to 50cm (2.4˝ to 19.7˝)
In the Macro mode, the optical zoom
range is 1X to 1.8X.
Exposure Control
Light Metering ................. Multi-pattern by CCD
Exposure ......................... Program AE
Exposure Compensation .....
2EV to +2EV (1/3EV units)
Shutter ................................ CCD electronic shutter; mechanical
shutter, 1/8 to 1/2000 second
Shutter speed is different for the
following BESTSHOT scenes.
Night Scene: 4 to 1/2000 second
Fireworks: 2 seconds (fixed)
Aperture .............................. F2.6/4.3, auto switching
White Balance .................... Automatic, fixed (5 modes), manual
switching
Self-timer ............................10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-
timer
Built-in Flash
Flash Modes .................... AUTO, ON, OFF, Red eye reduction
Flash Range .................... Wide Angle Optical Zoom: 0.5 to 3.4
meters (1.6´ to 11.2´)
Telephoto Optical Zoom: 0.4 to 1.8
meters (1.3´ to 5.9´)
(ISO Sensitivity: Auto)
Recording Functions ........ Snapshot with audio; Macro; self-timer;
BESTSHOT; Movie with audio; voice
recording
* Audio recording is monaural.
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Audio Recording Time
Audio Snapshot ............... Approximately 30 seconds maximum
per image
Voice Recording.............. Approximately 40 minutes with built-in
memory
After Recording ............... Approximately 30 seconds maximum
per image
Monitor Screen .................. 2.0-inch TFT color LCD
84,960 pixels (354 x 240)
Viewfinder .......................... Monitor screen and optical viewfinder
Timekeeping Functions .... Built-in digital quartz clock
Date and Time ................ Recorded with image data
Auto Calendar ................. To 2049
World Time ...................... City; Date; Time; Summer time;
162 cities in 32 time zones
Input/Output Terminals .... Cradle connector
Microphone ........................ Monaural
Speaker ............................... Monaural
Supported Battery: NP-40 (Rated Capacitance: 1230mAh)
Storage Medium: SD Memory Card
*1 Number of Shots (CIPA)
CIPA Standard
Temperature: 23°C (73°F)
Monitor Screen: On
Zoom operation between full wide to full telephoto every 30 seconds,
during which two images are recorded, one image with flash; power
turned off and back on every time 10 images are recorded.
Power Requirements
Power Requirements ........ Rechargeable lithium ion battery
(NP-40) x 1
Approximate Battery Life:
The values below indicate the amount of time under the conditions defined
below, until power automatically turns off due to battery failure. They do not
guarantee that you will be able to achieve this level of operation. Low
temperatures shorten battery life.
EX-Z30
Apporoximate
Battery Life
360 shots
(180 minutes)
1260 shots
(210 minutes)
360 minutes
300 minutes
EX-Z40
Apporoximate
Battery Life
360 shots
(180 minutes)
1140 shots
(190 minutes)
360 minutes
300 minutes
Model
Operation
Number of Shots
(CIPA)*
1
(Operating Time)
Number of Shots,
Continuous Recording*
2
(Operating Time)
Continuous Playback*
3
(Continuous Snapshot
Recording)
Continuous Voice
Recording*
4
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*2 Continuous Recording Conditions
Temperature: 23°C (73°F)
Monitor screen: On
Flash: Off
Image recorded every 10 seconds, alternating full wide-angle and full
telephoto zoom
*3 Continuous Playback Conditions
Temperature: 23°C (73°F)
Scroll one image about every 10 seconds
*4 Voice recording times are based on continuous recording.
Power Consumption ......... DC 3.7V Approximately 2.6W
Dimensions ........................ 87(W) x 57(H) x 23.1(D) mm
(3.4˝(W) x 2.2˝(H) x 0.91˝(D))
(excluding projections; 19.7mm (0.78˝)
at thinnest part)
Weight ................................. Approximately 121 g (4.3 oz)
(excluding battery and accessories)
Bundled Accessories........ Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-
40); USB cradle (CA-24); Special AC
adaptor; AC power cord; USB cable;
Strap; CD-ROM; Basic Reference
Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-40)
Rated Voltage .................... 3.7 V
Rated Capacitance ............ 1230 mAh
Operating Temperature
Range .................................. 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Dimensions ........................ 38.5(W) x 38.0(H) x 9.3(D) mm
(1.53˝(W) x 1.50˝(H) x 0.37˝(D))
Weight ................................. Approximately 34 g (1.2 oz)
USB Cradle (CA-24)
Input/Output Terminals .... Camera connector; USB port; AC
adaptor terminal (DC IN 5.3V)
Power Consumption ......... DC 5.3V Approximately 3.2W
Dimensions ........................ 103(W) x 32(H) x 70(D) mm
(4.1˝(W) x 1.3˝(H) x 2.8˝(D))
(excluding projections)
Weight ................................. Approximately 71 g (2.5 oz)
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Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type)
Power Requirement .......... 100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 83 mA
Output .................................5.3V DC, 650 mA
Dimensions ........................ 78(W) x 20(H) x 39(D) mm
(3.1˝(W) x 0.8˝(H) x 1.5˝(D))
(excluding projections and cable)
Weight ................................. Approximately 90 g (3.2 oz)
Special AC Adaptor (Plug-in Type)
Power Requirement .......... 100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 83mA
Output .................................5.3V DC, 650mA
Dimensions ........................ 48(W) x 16(H) x 69(D) mm
(1.9˝(W) x 0.6˝(H) x 2.7˝(D))
(excluding projections and cable)
Weight ................................. Approximately 95 g (3.6 oz)
Power Supply
Use only the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this
camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported.
This camera does not have a separate battery for the clock. The date and
time settings of the camera are cleared whenever power is totally cut off
(from both the battery and USB cradle). Be sure to reconfigure these
settings after power is interrupted (page 42).
LCD Panel
The LCD panel is a product of the latest LCD manufacturing technology that
provides a pixel yield of 99.99%. This means that less than 0.01% of the
total pixels are defective (they do not turn on or always remain turned on).
Lens
You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain types of images, such
as a slight bend in lines that should be straight. This is due to the
characteristics of lens, and does not indicate malfunction of the camera.
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