Casio Digital Camera EX Z55 User Manual

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Digital Camera  
EX-Z55  
User’s Guide  
Thank you for purchasing this CASIO  
product.  
• Before using it, be sure to read the  
precautions contained in this User’s Guide.  
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future reference.  
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INTRODUCTION  
20 GETTING READY  
Contents  
About This Manual ..................................................... 20  
General Guide ............................................................ 21  
2
INTRODUCTION  
Camera  
21  
23  
USB Cradle  
Unpacking .................................................................... 2  
Features ....................................................................... 9  
Precautions ................................................................ 12  
Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 24  
Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen  
26  
Attaching the Strap .................................................... 28  
Power Requirements ................................................. 29  
16 QUICK START GUIDE  
Loading and Removing the Rechargeable Battery  
To charge the battery  
Power Supply Precautions  
Turning the Camera On and Off  
Configuring Power Saving Settings  
29  
31  
36  
39  
41  
First, charge the battery! ............................................ 16  
To configure display language and clock settings ..... 17  
To record an image .................................................... 18  
To view a recorded image .......................................... 19  
To delete an image ..................................................... 19  
Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 42  
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 44  
To configure display language and clock settings  
45  
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Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 78  
48 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING  
Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually  
79  
Recording an Image ................................................... 48  
Using the BESTSHOT Mode ..................................... 81  
Specifying the Recording Mode  
Aiming the Camera  
Recording an Image  
48  
49  
50  
Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup  
To delete a BESTSHOT user setup  
83  
84  
Combining Shots of Two People into  
a Single Image (Coupling Shot)................................. 85  
Using the Optical Viewfinder...................................... 54  
Using Zoom ................................................................ 55  
Recording a Subject onto an Existing  
Background Image (Pre-shot).................................... 87  
Optical Zoom  
Digital Zoom  
55  
57  
Recording Images of Business Cards and  
Using the Flash .......................................................... 59  
Documents (Business Shot) ...................................... 89  
Flash Unit Status  
Changing the Flash Intensity Setting  
Using Flash Assist  
60  
61  
61  
To use Business Shot  
90  
Using the Movie Mode ............................................... 91  
Recording Audio ......................................................... 94  
Using the Self-timer ................................................... 63  
Specifying Image Size ............................................... 65  
Specifying Image Quality ........................................... 66  
Adding Audio to a Snapshot  
Recording Your Voice  
94  
95  
Using the Histogram .................................................. 97  
REC Mode Camera Settings ..................................... 99  
68 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS  
Specifying ISO Sensitivity  
100  
101  
101  
102  
102  
103  
103  
104  
105  
107  
Specifying Outline Sharpness  
Specifying Color Saturation  
Specifying Contrast  
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off  
Turning Image Review On and Off  
Using Icon Help  
Assigning Functions to the [̇] and [̈] Keys  
Specifying Power On Default Settings  
Resetting the Camera  
Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 68  
Using Auto Focus  
Using the Macro Mode  
Using Pan Focus  
Using the Infinity Mode  
Using Manual Focus  
Using Focus Lock  
69  
71  
72  
73  
74  
75  
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 76  
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108 PLAYBACK  
127 FILE MANAGEMENT  
Basic Playback Operation........................................ 108  
Folders ..................................................................... 127  
Playing an Audio Snapshot  
109  
Memory Folders and Files  
127  
Flipping the Display...................................................110  
Zooming the Display Image ...................................... 111  
Resizing an Image ....................................................112  
Cropping an Image....................................................113  
Playing a Movie .........................................................114  
Displaying the 9-image View ....................................115  
Displaying the Calendar Screen ...............................116  
Playing a Slide Show ................................................117  
Protecting Files ........................................................ 128  
To protect a single file  
128  
129  
To protect all files in memory  
Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 129  
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder  
To display a file in the FAVORITE folder  
To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder  
To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder  
129  
131  
132  
132  
133 OTHER SETTINGS  
Using the Photo Stand Feature  
119  
Configuring Sound Settings ..................................... 133  
Rotating the Display Image...................................... 120  
Using Image Roulette .............................................. 121  
Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 122  
To configure sound settings  
To set the volume level  
133  
134  
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 134  
Configuring Power Down Image Settings................ 135  
To re-record audio  
123  
Playing Back a Voice Recording File....................... 124  
Specifying the File Name Serial Number  
Generation Method .................................................. 137  
125 DELETING FILES  
Using the Alarm ........................................................ 137  
Setting the Clock ...................................................... 139  
Deleting a Single File ............................................... 125  
Deleting All Files ...................................................... 126  
To select your Home Time zone  
To set the current time and date  
Changing the Date Format  
139  
140  
140  
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Using World Time ..................................................... 141  
152 PRINTING IMAGES  
To display the World Time screen  
To configure World Time settings  
141  
141  
DPOF........................................................................ 153  
To configure print settings for a single image  
To configure print settings for all images  
154  
155  
Changing the Display Language ............................. 142  
Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 143  
Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ............... 156  
PRINT Image Matching III ....................................... 159  
Exif Print ................................................................... 159  
Configuring [  
] (REC) and [  
] (PLAY)  
Power On/Off Functions........................................... 144  
Formatting Built-in Memory...................................... 145  
160 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER  
146 USING A MEMORY CARD  
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 160  
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer....... 166  
Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer... 170  
Using a Memory Card .............................................. 147  
To insert a memory card into the camera  
To remove a memory card from the camera  
Formatting a Memory Card  
147  
148  
148  
Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a  
Computer.................................................................. 171  
Copying Files ........................................................... 150  
To copy all the files in built-in memory to a  
memory card  
To copy a specific file from a memory card to built-in  
memory  
150  
Memory Data ............................................................ 172  
DCF Protocol  
172  
172  
174  
151  
Memory Folder Structure  
Image Files Supported by the Camera  
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175 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER  
192 APPENDIX  
Using the Album Feature ......................................... 175  
Menu Reference....................................................... 192  
Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 195  
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 198  
Creating an album  
175  
177  
177  
180  
182  
183  
Selecting an Album Layout  
Configuring Detailed Album Settings  
Viewing Album Files  
Saving an Album  
To delete an album  
If you have problems installing the USB driver…  
Display Messages  
201  
202  
Specifications ........................................................... 204  
Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 183  
About the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera  
Software)  
Computer System Requirements  
183  
185  
Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows ... 186  
Getting Started  
Selecting a Language  
Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File  
Installing an Application  
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)  
User Registration  
187  
187  
187  
188  
188  
189  
189  
Exiting the Menu Application  
Installing Software from the  
CD-ROM on a Macintosh ......................................... 189  
Installing Software  
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)  
189  
190  
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IMPORTANT!  
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple  
Computer, Inc.  
• 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.  
MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon  
Technologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the  
MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA).  
• Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks  
or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the  
United States and/or other countries.  
• 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.  
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no  
responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties  
which may arise through the use of the EX-Z55.  
• 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.  
• Note that the example screens and product  
illustrations shown in this User’s Guide may differ  
somewhat by the screens and configuration of the  
actual camera.  
• The SD logo is a registered trademark.  
• Windows, Internet Explorer, and DirectX are  
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.  
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INTRODUCTION  
I Copyright Restrictions  
Features  
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.  
• 5 million effective pixels  
The CCD provides 5.25 million total pixels of very high-  
resolution for crisp, clear, prints and display images.  
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.  
• 2.5-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen  
• Long battery life  
A low-power design combines with a large-capacity  
battery to provide more recording and playback between  
charges.  
• 12X zoom (page 55)  
3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom  
• 9.3MB flash memory  
Images can be recorded without using a memory card.  
• REC mode or PLAY mode power up (page 39)  
Press [  
] (REC) or [  
] (PLAY) to turn on the camera  
and enter the mode you want to use.  
• Multi Auto Focus (page 70)  
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.  
• Pan Focus (page 72)  
This feature lets you lock the focus point.  
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• Auto Pan Focus (page 69)  
• Coupling Shot and Pre-shot (pages 85, 87)  
When you press the shutter button 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.  
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.  
• Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia  
Cards) for memory expansion (page 146)  
• Triple Self-timer (page 63)  
The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times,  
automatically.  
• Bundled with a USB Cradle (pages 31, 119, 156, 160)  
The bundled USB cradle can be used to charge the  
camera’s battery, and to transfer images to a computer. A  
Photo Stand feature lets you view images while the  
camera is on the cradle.  
• Real-time histogram (page 97)  
An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you  
view the effect on overall image brightness.  
• World Time (page 141)  
• BESTSHOT (page 81)  
A simple operation sets the current time for your current  
location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time  
zones.  
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.  
• Alarm (page 137)  
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.  
• Business Shot (page 89)  
Business Shot automatically corrects rectangular shapes  
when recording the image of a business card, document,  
whiteboard, or similar subjects from an angle.  
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• Album Function (page 175)  
• Selectable Sound Settings (page 133)  
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.  
You can configure different sounds to play whenever you  
turn on the camera, press the shutter button half-way or  
all the way, or perform a key operation.  
• DCF Data Storage (page 172)  
• Calendar screen (page 116)  
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage  
protocol provides image compatibility between the digital  
camera and printers.  
A simple operation displays a full-month calendar on the  
camera’s 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.  
• Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 153)  
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.  
• Audio Snapshot Mode (page 94)  
Use this mode to record snapshots that also include  
audio.  
III  
• PRINT Image Matching  
Images include PRINT Image Matching  
setting and other camera setup information). A printer that  
III  
Compatible (page 159)  
III  
• Movie + Audio Mode (page 91)  
data (mode  
• Voice Recording (page 95)  
Quick and easy recording of voice input.  
supports PRINT Image Matching  
reads this data and  
adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images  
come out just the way you intended when you recorded  
them.  
• After Recording (page 122)  
Use this mode to add audio to snapshots after you record  
them.  
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• USB DIRECT-PRINT and PictBridge support (page 156)  
Connect directly to a USB DIRECT-PRINT or PictBridge  
compatible printer and you can print images without going  
through a computer.  
Precautions  
I General Precautions  
Be sure to observe the following important precautions  
whenever using the EX-Z55.  
• Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands (page 184)  
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.  
All references in this manual to “camera” refer to the  
CASIO EX-Z55 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 risk 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  
camera’s 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 driver’s  
vision and create the risk of accident.  
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• Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subject’s  
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 risk 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 camera’s 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 risk 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 camera’s  
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 risk 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.  
• 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 risk of fire.  
• If the camera’s case should ever become cracked due to  
dropping it or otherwise subjecting it to rough treatment,  
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera’s 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  
area where its use is prohibited. Doing so creates the risk  
of accident.  
• Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can  
cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Always  
keep backup copies of data by transferring them to  
personal computer memory.  
• Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor  
from the camera, or unplug the AC adaptor from the wall  
socket while an image is being recorded. Doing so will not  
only make storage of the current image impossible, it can  
also corrupt other image data already stored in file  
memory.  
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Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to  
appear on the monitor screen (page 202). Follow the  
instructions provided by the message to eliminate the  
cause of the error.  
I 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 16).  
I Operating conditions  
• This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging  
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).  
I Data Error Precautions  
• Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas.  
• Your digital camera is manufactured using precision  
digital components. Any of the following creates the risk  
of corruption of data in file memory.  
— 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  
— 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  
green operation lamp is still flashing after you turn off  
the camera  
— In areas subject to strong vibration  
— 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  
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I Condensation  
I Lens  
• 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 cover open for a  
few hours.  
• 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.  
I 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.  
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QUICK START GUIDE  
First, charge the battery!  
1. Load the battery into the camera  
(page 29).  
2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the  
battery (page 31).  
Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where  
you purchased the camera.  
1
It takes about 190 minutes to achieve a full charge.  
1 Inlet Type  
2
2
Stopper  
[CHARGE] lamp  
Charging: Lights red  
1 Plug-in Type  
Charging Complete: Lights green  
3
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To configure display language and clock settings  
Be sure to configure the following settings  
before using the camera to record images.  
See page 44 for details.  
1. Press the power button to turn on the camera.  
2. Press [̆] to select the language you want.  
1
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].  
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9  
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.  
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To record an image  
See page 48 for details.  
Green  
operation lamp  
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the “REC” tab.  
7
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “REC Mode”, and then  
press [̈].  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “  
Snapshot”, and then  
press [SET].  
1
This causes “  
screen.  
(Snapshot mode) to appear on the monitor  
3, 4, 5  
2
6
6. Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor  
screen or viewfinder to compose the image, and then  
press the shutter button half way.  
10  
1600 1200  
NORMAL  
Snapshot mode icon  
Focus frame  
IN  
1
/ 1000  
F2.6  
When proper focus is achieved, the focus frame turns green  
and the green operation lamp lights.  
04/12/24  
:
12 58  
1. Press [ ] (REC).  
2. Press [MENU].  
7. Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter  
button all the way down.  
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To view a recorded image  
To delete an image  
See page 108 for details.  
See page 125 for details.  
1
1
2, 3, 4, 5  
2
1. Press [ ] (PLAY).  
1. Press [ ] (PLAY).  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to scroll through the  
2. Press [̄] (  
).  
images.  
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.  
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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.  
This term as used in this  
manual:  
Means this:  
digital noise”  
Tiny flecks or snowin a  
recorded image or on the  
monitor screen, which makes  
the image look grainy.  
About This Manual  
This section contains information about the conventions  
used in this manual.  
a REC mode”  
The currently selected  
recording mode (Snapshot,  
BESTSHOT, Movie, Voice  
Recording, Audio Snapshot)  
I Terminology  
The following table defines the terminology used in this  
manual.  
I Button Operations  
Button operations are indicated by the button name inside  
of brackets ([ ]).  
This term as used in this  
Means this:  
manual:  
camera”  
The CASIO EX-Z55 Digital  
Camera  
I On-screen Text  
On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation  
marks (“ ”).  
file memory”  
The location where the  
camera is currently storing  
images you record (page 50)  
battery”  
charger”  
The NP-40 Rechargeable  
Lithium Ion Battery  
I Supplementary Information  
IMPORTANT!  
indicates very important  
The optionally available CASIO  
BC-30L rapid charger  
information you need to know in order to use the camera  
correctly.  
NOTE  
indicates information that is useful when  
operating the camera.  
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I File Memory  
General Guide  
The term file memoryin 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 following illustrations show the names of each  
component, button, and switch on the camera.  
Camera  
The cameras built-in flash memory  
An SD memory card loaded in the camera  
A MultiMediaCard loaded in the camera  
I Front  
1
2
For more information about how the camera stores images,  
see page 172.  
3
4
5
1 Shutter button  
2 Power button  
3 Flash  
6
4 Microphone  
5 Self-timer lamp  
6 Viewfinder  
7 Lens  
7
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I Back  
I Bottom  
J Stopper  
8
9
K Memory card slot  
L Battery compartment  
M Battery cover  
N Connector  
O Tripod screw hole  
* Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.  
:
A
B
8 Viewfinder  
C
9 Operation lamp  
0 [ ] (PLAY mode)  
button  
A Zoom button  
B [ ] (REC mode)  
button  
J
C Strap ring  
I
D [SET] button  
E [MENU] button  
F [DISP] button  
G [̆][̄][̇][̈]  
H Monitor Screen  
I Speaker  
H
G
F
E
D
K
L
N
O
M
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I Back  
USB Cradle  
Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB  
cradle lets you perform the following tasks.  
6 [DC IN 5.3V]  
(AC adaptor connector)  
7 [USB]  
Battery charging (page 31)  
Automatic transfer of images to a computer (page 160)  
Direct connection to a printer for printing (page 156)  
Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow  
feature (page 119).  
6
7
(USB port)  
I Front  
1
2
3
1 Camera connector  
2 [USB] lamp  
3 [USB] button  
4 [CHARGE] lamp  
5 [PHOTO] button  
5
4
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Monitor Screen Contents  
The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the cameras status.  
Note that the example screens in this chapter are for illustrative purposes only. They do not exactly match the screen  
contents actually produced on the camera.  
I REC Modes  
1234 5  
6
1 Flash mode indicator  
3 White balance indicator  
5 REC modes (page 48)  
(page 59)  
(page 78)  
Snapshot  
None Auto  
None Auto  
7
8
BESTSHOT  
Movie  
Flash Off  
Daylight  
Cloudy  
Shade  
Flash On  
G
F
9
0
A
B
C
Audio Snapshot  
Voice Recording  
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  
button is pressed half way.  
Fluorescent 1  
1
6 Memory capacity  
Fluorescent 2  
2
(pages 52, 91, 204)  
(Remaining number of storable  
images)  
Movie Recording: Remaining  
recording time  
Tungsten  
Manual  
2 Focus mode indicator  
(page 68)  
None Auto Focus  
E
D
4 Self-timer (page 63)  
None 1-Image  
7 Image size (page 65)  
Macro  
×
2560 1920 pixels  
Self-timer 10 sec  
10  
s
×
Pan Focus  
Infinity  
2560 1712 (3:2) pixels  
×
2048 1536 pixels  
Self-timer 2 sec  
Triple self-timer  
2
s
×
1600 1200 pixels  
×
×
Manual Focus  
1280  
640  
960 pixels  
480 pixels  
x3  
Movie Recording: Recording  
time  
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8 Quality (page 66)  
FINE  
B ISO sensitivity  
I PLAY Mode  
(page 100)  
12  
3
NORMAL  
ECONOMY  
C Date and time  
9
Built-in memory selected  
for data storage.  
(page 139)  
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
D EV value (page 76)  
Memory card selected for  
data storage.  
(page 146)  
F
E
E Battery capacity  
(page 35)  
0 Shutter speed value  
F Histogram (page 97)  
(page 52)  
An out of range aperture or  
shutter speed causes the  
corresponding monitor screen  
value to turn amber.  
G Focus frame  
(page 51)  
Focusing complete: Green  
Focusing failed: Red  
D
C B A  
A Aperture value (page 52)  
4 Image size (page 65)  
1 PLAY mode file type  
(page 108)  
Snapshot  
×
2560 1920 pixels  
×
2560 1712 (3:2) pixels  
×
NOTE  
2048 1536 pixels  
×
1600 1200 pixels  
Movie  
Changing the setting of any one of the following  
functions will cause Icon Help (page 103) text to  
appear on the monitor screen. You can turn off Icon  
Help if you want (page 103).  
Flash mode, Focus mode, White balance, Self-timer,  
REC mode  
×
1280  
640  
960 pixels  
480 pixels  
Movie Playback: Elapsed play  
time  
Audio Snapshot  
Voice Recording  
×
2 Image protection  
5 Quality (page 66)  
indicator (page 128)  
FINE  
NORMAL  
ECONOMY  
3 Folder number/File  
number (page 127)  
Example : When a file named  
CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a  
folder named 100CASIO  
6
Built-in memory selected  
for data storage.  
Memory card selected for  
data storage.  
100-0023  
(page 146)  
Folder name File name  
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7 Shutter speed value  
8 Aperture value  
B Flash mode indicator  
(page 59)  
Changing the Contents of the Monitor  
Screen  
Each press of the [DISP] button changes the contents of  
the monitor screen as shown below.  
Flash On  
9 ISO sensitivity (page 100)  
Flash On  
0
Date and time (page 139)  
Red-eye reduction  
A White balance indicator  
I REC Modes  
C REC modes (page 48)  
Snapshot  
(page 78)  
Auto  
AWB  
BESTSHOT  
Daylight  
Cloudy  
Shade  
D Battery capacity (page 35)  
E Histogram (page 97)  
F EV value (page 76)  
Fluorescent 1  
1
Fluorescent 2  
2
Tungsten  
Manual  
Indicators on  
Histogram on  
IMPORTANT!  
Some information may not display properly if you  
display an image that was recorded using a different  
digital camera model.  
Monitor screen off  
Indicators off  
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IMPORTANT!  
I PLAY Mode  
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.  
Pressing [DISP] will not change monitor screen  
contents during movie recording, or during standby  
or recording of an audio snapshot.  
Pressing [DISP] in the Voice Recording REC mode  
toggles the monitor screen on (indicators on) and  
off. While a Voice Recording file is displayed in the  
PLAY mode, pressing [DISP] toggles between  
indicators onand indicators off.  
Indicators on  
Histogram/Details on  
When playing back the content of a Voice Recording  
file while indicators offis selected (Voice Recording  
file icon only on the monitor screen), the monitor  
screen will go black about two seconds after you  
press [SET] to start playback. The Voice Recording  
file icon (indicators off) will reappear after playback is  
complete.  
Indicators off  
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IMPORTANT!  
Attaching the Strap  
Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when  
using the camera to protect against accidentally  
dropping it.  
Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the  
illustration.  
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.  
Strap ring  
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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.  
Power Requirements  
Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion  
battery (NP-40).  
Loading and Removing the  
Rechargeable Battery  
I To load the battery  
Stopper  
1. Slide the battery cover in the direction  
indicated by the arrow, and then swing it  
open.  
(–) marks  
(–) mark  
NP-40  
Push the bottom of the battery, and make sure that  
the stopper securely locks the battery in place.  
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3. Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide  
it in the direction indicated by the arrow.  
I To remove the battery  
1. Open the battery 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  
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 31).  
3. Release the stopper and pull the battery from  
the camera.  
Take care so you do not drop the battery.  
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NOTE  
To charge the battery  
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.  
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.  
USB Cradle  
[DC IN 5.3V]  
AC Adaptor  
USB Cradle  
AC Adaptor  
[DC IN 5.3V]  
AC power cord  
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NOTE  
4. After charging is complete, remove the  
camera from the USB cradle.  
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.  
IMPORTANT!  
Use only the USB cradle (CA-24) that comes with the  
camera or the optionally available rapid charger (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.  
2. Turn off the camera.  
3. Set the camera onto  
the USB cradle.  
Make sure that the camera connector of the USB  
cradle is securely inserted into the cameras  
connector as far as it will go.  
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,  
[CHARGE] lamp  
the [CHARGE] lamp  
will turn green.  
It takes about 190 minutes to achieve a full charge.  
Actual charging time depends on current battery  
capacity and charging conditions.  
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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.  
I If the camera does not work normally  
This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is  
loaded. Perform the following steps.  
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.  
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.  
2. Check to make sure that the AC adaptors  
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.  
The following are the only operations that can be  
performed while the camera is on the USB cradle:  
charging of the cameras battery, exchanging data  
with a computer over a USB connection, and Photo  
Stand operation.  
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Supported Battery: NP-40 (Rated Capacitance: 1230mAh)  
Storage Medium: SD Memory Card  
I 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.  
*1 Number of Shots (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.  
Operation  
Apporoximate Battery Life  
400 shots (200 minutes)  
Number of Shots (CIPA  
Standard)*1 (Operating Time)  
*2 Continuous Recording Conditions  
Temperature: 23°C (73°F)  
Monitor screen: On  
Number of Shots, Continuous  
1070 shots (210 minutes)  
Recording*2 (Operating Time)  
Flash: Off  
Continuous Snapshot Playback*3  
Continuous Voice Recording*4  
410 minutes  
380 minutes  
Image recorded every 12 seconds, alternating full  
wide-angle and full telephoto zoom  
*3 Continuous Snapshot 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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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.  
I 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.  
I Tips to Make the Battery Last Longer  
If you do not need the flash while recording, select  
(flash off) for the flash mode. See page 59 for more  
information.  
Battery Level  
Indicator  
High  
Low  
Enable the Auto Power Off and the Sleep features (page  
41) to protect against wasting battery power when you  
forget to turn off the camera.  
You can also conserve battery power by using the [DISP]  
button to turn off the monitor screen.  
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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 specified for the battery.  
Never try to use the battery to power any 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.  
Power Supply Precautions  
Note the following precautions when handling or using the  
battery and the optional charger.  
I Battery Handling Precautions  
G SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
Be sure to read the following Safety Precautions before  
using the battery for the first time. Keep these safety  
precautions and all operating instructions on hand for  
future reference.  
NOTE  
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.  
The term batteryin 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 (BC-  
30L) to charge the special NP-40 rechargeable  
lithium ion battery. Never use any other charging  
device.  
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Should you ever notice any of the following conditions  
while using, charging, or storing a battery, immediately  
remove it from the camera or charger, and keep it away  
from open flame:  
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.  
Fluid leaking  
Emission of a strange odor  
G PRECAUTIONS DURING USE  
Heat emission  
Battery discoloration  
Battery deformation  
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 to charge the battery.  
Never use any other type of charger for charging.  
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.  
Any other battery abnormality  
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 31 of this Users Guide and the  
instructions that come with the optional charger 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.  
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.  
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G BATTERY STORAGE PRECAUTIONS  
I USB Cradle and AC Adaptor Precautions  
Make sure you remove the battery from the camera  
when you do not plan to use it 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.  
Never use an electrical outlet whose voltage  
is outside the rating marked on the AC  
adaptor. Doing so can create the risk of fire or  
electric shock. Use only the AC adaptor  
bundled with 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.  
Store the battery in a cool, dry place (20°C (68 °F) or  
lower).  
G USING THE BATTERY  
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  
See page 31 of this manual or the instructions that  
come with the optional charger for information about  
charging procedures and charging times.  
When transporting a battery, keep it either loaded in  
the camera or stored in its case.  
Caution!  
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 risk 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 risk of fire or electric shock.  
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Use the AC adaptor where it will not be  
Turning the Camera On and Off  
splashed with water. Water creates the risk of  
fire and electric shock.  
I To turn on the camera  
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.  
Press the power button, [  
] (REC) or [  
] (PLAY). This  
Caution!  
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.  
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.  
To enter this mode at  
Press this button to turn on the camera:  
startup:  
REC  
Power button or [  
[ ] (PLAY)  
] (REC)  
PLAY  
Green operation lamp  
Never place a blanket or any other cover on the AC  
adaptor. Doing so creates the risk of fire.  
[
] (PLAY)  
] (REC)  
Power button  
[
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NOTE  
I To turn off the camera  
Pressing [  
the REC mode, while pressing [  
] (REC) to turn on the camera enters  
] (PLAY) enters  
Press the power button to turn off the camera.  
the PLAY mode.  
NOTE  
Pressing [  
] (PLAY) while in a REC mode  
You can setup the camera so it does not turn on  
switches to the PLAY mode. The lens retracts about  
10 seconds after switching modes.  
when you press [  
turn off when you press [  
For details, see Configuring [  
] (REC) or [  
] (PLAY), or to  
] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY).  
] (REC) and [  
]
IMPORTANT!  
(PLAY) Power On/Off Functionson page 144.  
If camera power is turned off by the Auto Power Off  
feature, press the power button, [  
(PLAY) to turn it back on again.  
Pressing the power button or [  
] (REC) or [  
]
] (REC) to turn on  
the camera also causes the lens to extend. Take  
care to avoid any interference with the lens operation  
or allowing anything to strike the lens when it is  
extended.  
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G See Using the On-screen Menus(page 42) for  
information about how to use menus.  
Configuring Power Saving Settings  
You can configure the settings described below to  
conserve battery power.  
To configure this feature:  
Sleep  
Select this setting:  
Sleep  
Sleep  
: Automatically turns off the monitor screen  
if no operation is performed for a specified  
amount of time in a REC mode.  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Power Off  
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.  
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 minand  
5 min.  
1. Turn on the camera.  
Note that the Sleep feature does not operate in the  
PLAY mode.  
2. Press [MENU].  
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the Set Uptab.  
Pressing any button while the camera is in the Sleep  
state immediately turns the monitor screen back on.  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the feature whose  
setting you want to configure, and then press  
[̈].  
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  
While playing back a movie  
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Selection cursor (indicates  
the currently selected item)  
2. Press [MENU].  
Using the On-screen Menus  
Tab  
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 a REC mode  
or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example menu  
procedure in a REC mode.  
[SET]  
[MENU]  
1. Press the power  
button or [ ] (REC).  
Power button  
If you want to enter the  
PLAY mode instead,  
[̆][̄][̇][̈]  
Settings  
press [  
] (PLAY).  
[
][  
]
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G Menu Screen Operations  
3. Press [̇] or [̈] to select the tab you want,  
and then press [SET] to move the selection  
cursor from the tab to the settings.  
When you want to do this:  
Move between tabs  
Do this:  
Press [̇] and [̈].  
Move from the tab to the  
settings  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select the feature  
whose setting you  
want to configure,  
and then press [̈].  
Press [̄].  
Move from the settings to  
the tab  
Press [̆].  
Move between the settings  
Press [̆] and [̄].  
Display the options  
available for a setting  
Press [̈] or press [SET].  
Press [̆] and [̄].  
Instead of pressing [̈],  
you could also press  
Example: To select the  
[SET].  
Select an option  
Apply the setting and exit  
the menu screen  
“REC Mode”  
item.  
Press [SET].  
Apply the setting and return  
to tab selection  
Press [̇].  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to change the currently  
selected setting.  
Exit the menu screen  
Press [MENU].  
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6. Perform one of the following operations to  
apply the setting you configured.  
Configuring Display Language and Clock  
Settings  
Be sure to configure the following settings before using the  
camera to record images.  
To do this:  
Perform this key operation:  
Press [SET].  
Apply the setting and exit  
the menu screen.  
Display language  
Home city  
Date Style  
Apply the setting and  
return to feature selection  
in step 4.  
Press [̇].  
Date and time  
Apply the setting and  
return to tab selection in  
step 3.  
1. Press [̇].  
2. Use [̆] to move back up to  
tab selection.  
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.  
See Menu Referenceon page 192 for more information  
about menus.  
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IMPORTANT!  
To configure display language and clock  
settings  
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.  
A built-in backup battery retains the date and time  
settings of the camera for about two days if the  
camera is not supplied with power. Date and time  
settings will be cleared when the backup battery  
goes dead. The following are the conditions when  
power is not being supplied to the camera.  
When the rechargeable battery is dead or  
removed from the camera  
When power is not being supplied to the camera  
from the cradle while the rechargeable battery is  
dead or removed from the camera  
The date and time setting screen will appear on the  
monitor screen the next time you turn on the camera  
after the date and time settings have been cleared.  
If this happens, reconfigure the date and time  
settings.  
1. Press the power button, [ ] (REC) or  
[
] (PLAY) 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  
Português : Portuguese  
: Chinese (Complex)  
: Italian  
If you make a mistake when setting the language or  
clock with the following procedure, you will need to  
use the cameras menu to individually change the  
language (page 142) or clock (page 139) settings.  
: Chinese (Simplified)  
: Korean  
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3. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and  
[̈] to select the  
6. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select the date format  
setting you want, and  
then press [SET].  
geographical area  
where you live, and  
then press [SET].  
Example: December 24, 2004  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select the name of the  
city where you live,  
and then press [SET].  
To display the date like this:  
04/12/24  
Select this format:  
YY/MM/DD  
DD/MM/YY  
MM/DD/YY  
24/12/04  
12/24/04  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the summer time  
(DST) setting you want, and then press [SET].  
When you want to do this:  
Select this setting:  
Keep time using summer time  
(Daylight Saving Time)  
On  
Off  
Keep time using standard time  
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7. Set the current date  
and the time.  
To do this:  
Do this:  
Change the setting at the current  
cursor location  
Press [̆] and [̄].  
Press [̇] and [̈].  
Move the cursor between settings  
Toggle between 12-hour and 24-  
hour timekeeping  
Press [DISP].  
8. Press [SET] to register the settings and exit  
the setting screen.  
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This section describes the basic procedure for recording an  
image.  
(Movie mode)  
Use this mode to record movies with audio (page 91).  
(Audio Snapshot mode)  
Use this mode to add audio to a snapshot after recording  
it (page 94).  
Recording an Image  
(Voice Recording mode)  
Use this mode to record audio only (page 95).  
Specifying the Recording Mode  
Your CASIO digital camera has five recording modes, each  
of which is described below. Before recording an image,  
use the procedure below to select the applicable recording  
mode.  
1. Press the power button or [ ] (REC).  
2. Press [MENU], and use [̇] and [̈] to select  
the RECtab.  
(Snapshot mode)  
Use this mode to record still images. This is the mode you  
should normally use for image recording (page 50).  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select REC Mode,  
and then press [̈].  
(BESTSHOT mode)  
This mode makes camera setup as easy as selecting the  
applicable sample scene. Simply select one of 23 sample  
scenes, and the camera will automatically be configured  
with the settings required to record a similar image (page  
81).  
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Recording mode icon  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select the recording  
mode you want, and  
then press [SET].  
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.  
10  
1600 1200  
NORMAL  
IN  
The icon (like “  
) for  
Horizontal  
the mode you select is  
displayed on the monitor  
screen.  
Hold the camera  
04/12/24  
still in both  
hands, with your  
arms firmly  
against your  
sides.  
:
12 58  
Vertical  
When holding  
the camera  
vertically, make  
sure that the  
flash is above  
the lens. Hold  
the camera still  
with both hands.  
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IMPORTANT!  
Recording an Image  
Make sure your fingers and the strap do not block  
Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed in  
accordance with the brightness of the subject. Images you  
record are stored in the cameras 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 146).  
the flash, microphone or lens.  
Flash  
Microphone  
Lens  
1. Press the power button or [ ] (REC) to turn  
on the camera.  
NOTE  
Your image will be blurred if you move the camera  
when pressing the shutter button. Press the shutter  
button carefully, taking care to avoid camera  
movement. This is especially important when  
available lighting is low, which slows down the  
shutter speed.  
Power button  
[
]
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This causes an image or a message to appear on  
the monitor screen, and then enters the currently  
selected recording mode.  
3. Compose the image on the monitor screen so  
the main subject is within the focus frame.  
The focusing range of the camera depends on focus  
mode you are using (page 68).  
If the camera is in the PLAY mode when it turns on,  
the message There are no fileswill appear if you do  
not have any images stored in memory yet. In  
You can compose images using either the monitor  
screen or the optical viewfinder (page 54).  
addition, the  
display. If this happens, press [  
the currently selected recording mode.  
icon will be visible at the top of the  
When using the optical viewfinder to compose  
images, you can use the [DISP] button to turn off the  
monitor screen and conserve battery power.  
] (REC) to enter  
2. Change the REC  
Snapshot mode icon  
4. Press the shutter button half  
way to focus the image.  
Modesetting to “  
Snapshot.  
10  
1600 1200  
NORMAL  
When you press the shutter  
button half way, the cameras  
Auto Focus feature automatically  
focuses the image, and displays  
the shutter speed and aperture  
values.  
IN  
The  
(Snapshot  
mode) icon is displayed  
on the monitor screen  
while the Snapshot  
mode is selected.  
Shutter button  
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:
You can also use the  
key customization  
Focus frame  
Green operation lamp  
You can tell whether the  
image is focused by  
observing the focus frame  
and the green operation  
lamp.  
feature to assign the  
mode change operation  
to the cursor keys, so  
the REC Modesetting  
is changed whenever  
you press the [̇] or [̈]  
key (page 104).  
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G Operation Lamp and Focus Frame Operation  
5. After making sure that the  
image is focused properly,  
press the shutter button the  
rest of the way down to  
record.  
When you see this:  
It means this:  
Green focus frame  
Green operation lamp  
The image is in focus.  
Red focus frame  
Flashing green operation lamp  
The image is not in focus.  
Shutter button  
The number of images you can  
record depends on the image  
size and the image quality  
The monitor screen uses various indicators and  
icons to keep you informed of the cameras status.  
setting you are using (pages 65, 66, 204).  
White balance  
Focus mode  
Self-timer  
Memory capacity  
IMPORTANT!  
Image size  
Auto Pan Focus is enabled when the RECtabs  
Auto PFsetting is turned on (page 69). With Auto  
Pan Focus the shutter releases without waiting for  
Auto Focus to be performed and the image is  
recorded as soon as you press the shutter button all  
the way down. This helps to ensure that you are able  
to capture exactly the moment you want.  
Flash mode  
Image quality  
Memory type  
Shutter speed value  
Aperture value  
ISO sensitivity  
Date and time  
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I Recording Precautions  
I About Auto Focus  
Never open the battery 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 Autois selected for the ISO sensitivity setting  
(page 100), the camera automatically adjusts its  
sensitivity in accordance with the brightness of the  
subject. This can cause some digital noise (graininess) to  
appear in images of relatively dark subjects.  
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 subjects with little contrast  
Strongly backlit subjects  
Polished metal or other brightly reflective subjects  
Venetian blinds or other horizontally repeating patterns  
Multiple subjects 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 the resulting image will be in  
focus.  
If Auto Focus does not produce the results you want for  
some reason, try using focus lock (page 75) or manual  
focus (page 74).  
When recording a dimly lit subject while Autois selected  
for the ISO sensitivity setting (page 100), 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 59).  
Bright light shining on the lens can cause images to  
appear washed out. This tends to happen when  
recording images outdoors in bright sunlight. To protect  
against this, use your free hand to shade the lens from  
the light.  
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I About the REC Mode Monitor Screen  
Using the Optical Viewfinder  
The image shown on the monitor screen in a 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 digital noise (graininess) in the  
monitor screen image.  
Very bright light inside of an image can cause a vertical  
band to appear in the monitor screen image. This is a  
CCD phenomenon known as vertical smear, and does  
not indicate malfunction of the camera. Note that vertical  
smear is not recorded with the image in the case of a  
snapshot, but it is recorded in the case of a movie (page  
91).  
You can conserve battery power by turning off the  
cameras monitor screen (page 26) and using the optical  
viewfinder to compose images. The optical viewfinder also  
comes in handy when shooting in areas where the monitor  
screen is difficult to view because available lighting is dim,  
etc.  
IMPORTANT!  
The visible area framed by the viewfinder shows the  
image that would be recorded at a distance of about  
one meter (3.3˝). When recording a subject that is  
closer to you than one meter, the recorded image will  
be lower than what you can see inside the viewfinder  
area.  
Optical viewfinder  
Area recorded at  
Area visible in  
distances less than the viewfinder  
one meter (3.3˝)  
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• Since the monitor screen shows exactly what will be  
recorded, always use it for composing images in the  
Macro and Manual Focus modes.  
Using Zoom  
Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical  
zoom and digital zoom. Normally, the camera automatically  
switches over to digital zoom after you reach the maximum  
limit for optical zoom. You can, however, configure the  
camera to disable digital zoom, if you want.  
Optical Zoom  
The optical zoom range is 1X to 3X.  
Zoom button  
1. In a REC mode, press the  
zoom button to change  
the zoom factor.  
To do this:  
Zoom out  
Zoom in  
Press this side of the zoom button:  
(Wide Angle)  
(Telephoto)  
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NOTE  
• 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).  
• You can change the digital zoom setting during  
movie recording, but not the optical zoom setting.  
Make sure you select the optical zoom setting you  
want to use before you press the shutter button to  
start movie recording.  
• Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation  
while recording with the Macro mode or manual  
focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen to  
tell you the focusing range (pages 71, 74).  
Zoom out  
Zoom in  
2. Compose the image, and then press the  
shutter button.  
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I To record an image using digital zoom  
Digital Zoom  
Digital zoom digitally enlarges the part of the image at the  
center of the image screen. The range of digital zoom is 3X  
to 12X (in combination with optical zoom).  
Digital zoom indicator  
1. In a REC mode, hold  
down the telephoto  
(
) side of the zoom  
button.  
IMPORTANT!  
• This causes the zoom  
indicator to appear on the  
display.  
• Digital zoom is disabled whenever the monitor  
screen is turned off (page 26).  
• When you perform a digital zoom operation, the  
camera manipulates the image data to enlarge the  
center of the image. Unlike optical zoom, an image  
enlarged with digital zoom appears coarser than the  
original.  
Zoom level indicator  
2. When the zoom pointer reaches the optical/  
digital zoom switch over point, it will stop.  
Digital  
Zoom range  
Optical Zoom range  
1X  
3X  
12X  
Zoom pointer  
Optical/digital zoom switch over point  
• The above shows what the zoom indicator looks like  
when digital zoom is turned on (page 58). The digital  
zoom range is not displayed when digital zoom is  
turned off.  
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3. Release the zoom button momentarily, and  
then hold down its telephoto ( ) side again  
to move the zoom pointer into the digital  
zoom range.  
I To turn digital zoom on and off  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the RECtab.  
• The zoom pointer will also stop when you move the  
pointer back to the switch over point to re-enter the  
digital zoom range. Release the zoom button and  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Digital Zoom, and  
then press [̈].  
then hold down its wide angle (  
move into the digital zoom range.  
) side again to  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
4. Compose the image, and then press the  
shutter button.  
To do this:  
Select this setting:  
Turn on digital zoom  
Turn off digital zoom  
On  
Off  
• Only the optical zoom range is displayed in the zoom  
level indicator when digital zoom is turned off.  
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To do this:  
Select this setting:  
None  
Using the Flash  
Have the flash fire automatically when  
required (Auto Flash)  
Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you  
want to use.  
• The approximate effective range of the flash is shown  
below.  
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  
Wide Angle: Approximately 0.4 to 2.6 meters (1.3´ to  
8.5´)(ISO Sensitivity: Auto)  
Telephoto : Approximately 0.4 to 2.0 meters (1.3´ to  
6.6´)(ISO Sensitivity: Auto)  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
3. Record the image.  
IMPORTANT!  
2. Press [̄] (  
) to select the flash mode.  
• Each press of [̄] (  
mode settings described below on the monitor  
screen.  
) cycles through the flash  
• 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.  
Flash mode indicator  
[̄] (  
)
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I About Red-eye Reduction  
Flash Unit Status  
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 happens because 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.  
You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing  
the shutter button half way and checking the monitor  
screen and red operation lamp.  
The  
indicator is also  
shown on the monitor  
screen when the flash unit  
is ready to fire.  
IMPORTANT!  
Red operation lamp*  
Note the following important points when using red-  
eye reduction.  
* Red operation lamp  
• 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 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.  
When the red operation  
lamp is this:  
It means this:  
Flashing  
Lit  
Flash unit is charging  
Flash unit is ready to fire  
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Changing the Flash Intensity Setting  
Using Flash Assist  
Perform the following steps to change the flash intensity  
setting.  
Recording a subject that is outside the flash range can  
cause the subject to appear dark in the resulting image,  
because not enough of the flash reaches the subject. When  
this happens, you can use flash assist to correct the  
brightness of the recorded subject, so it appears as if the  
flash illumination was sufficient.  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the RECtab.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Flash Intensity,  
and then press [̈].  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
To make flash intensity:  
Stronger  
Select this setting:  
Flash assist used  
Flash assist not used  
+2  
+1  
0
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
Normal  
–1  
–2  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the RECtab.  
Weaker  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Flash Assist, and  
then press [̈].  
IMPORTANT!  
• Flash intensity may not change if the subject is too  
far or too close to the camera.  
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Flash  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Auto, and then  
I Flash Precautions  
press [SET].  
• Take care that your fingers  
do not block the flash when  
you hold the camera.  
• Selecting “Off” disables flash assist.  
Covering the flash with your  
finger can greatly reduce its  
effectiveness.  
IMPORTANT!  
• Flash assist may not produce the desired result for  
some types of subjects.  
• Flash assist may have little effect on your image if  
you changed any of the following settings when you  
recorded it.  
— Flash intensity (page 61)  
— Exposure compensation (EV shift) (page 76)  
— ISO sensitivity (page 100)  
• You may not be able to achieve the desired results using  
the 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.  
— Contrast (page 102)  
• 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  
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.  
(Flash  
• When the flash is turned off (  
), mount the camera on a  
tripod to record images in an area where available lighting  
is dim. Recording images under dim lighting without the  
flash can cause digital noise, which makes images  
appear coarse.  
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• When red-eye reduction (  
) is selected, flash intensity  
Using the Self-timer  
is adjusted automatically in accordance with the  
exposure. The flash may not fire at all when the subject is  
brightly lit.  
• Using flash in combination with another light source  
(daylight, fluorescent light, etc.) can result in abnormal  
image colors.  
The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10-  
second delay of the shutter release after you press the  
shutter button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform  
three consecutive self-timer operations to record three  
images.  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the RECtab.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Self-timer, and  
then press [̈].  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the self-timer type  
you want to use, and then press [SET].  
• Selecting “Off” in step 4 disables the self-timer.  
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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.  
To do this:  
Select this setting:  
10 sec  
Specify a 10-second self-timer  
Specify a 2-second self-timer  
Specify Triple Self-timer  
Disable the self-timer  
10  
s
2 sec  
X3  
2
s
x3  
3. After preparation is complete, the indicator “1sec”  
appears on the monitor screen, and another  
image is recorded one second later.  
Off  
• This causes an  
indicator identifying the  
selected self-timer type  
to appear on the  
4. Steps 2 and 3 are repeated once more to record  
the third image.  
monitor screen.  
Self-timer lamp  
5. Record the image.  
• When you press the  
shutter button, the self-  
timer lamp flashes as  
the countdown  
progresses, and then  
the shutter releases  
after the self-timer  
reaches the end of its  
countdown.  
• 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.  
• You can interrupt an ongoing self-timer countdown  
by pressing the shutter button while the self-timer  
lamp is flashing.  
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NOTE  
Specifying Image Size  
• 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.  
• In the case of the Triple Self-timer, the indicator  
“1sec” appears on the monitor screen between the  
recording of each image, indicating an interval of  
about one second between image recording. The  
actual amount of time required between images  
depends on the camera’s current “Size” and “Quality”  
settings, as well as the type of memory being used  
and whether or not the flash is being used.  
• The following functions are not available for use in  
combination with the Triple Self-timer.  
“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 a REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the RECtab.  
Coupling Shot (page 85), Pre-shot (page 87),  
Business Shot (page 89)  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Size, and then  
press [̈].  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
• When selecting the image size, the image size value  
(pixels) will alternate on the display with a  
corresponding print size. The print size indicates the  
optimum paper size when you print an image that is  
the image size you select.  
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Image Size  
Print Size  
A3 Print  
Specifying Image Quality  
×
2560 1920  
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 to be 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.  
Larger  
×
2560 1712  
(3:2)  
A3 Print (3:2 horizontal-to-  
vertical ratio)  
×
2048 1536  
A4 Print  
×
×
1600 1200  
5˝ 7˝ Print  
×
×
1280 960  
3.5˝ 5˝ Print  
E-mail (optimum size when  
attaching image to e-mail)  
Smaller  
×
640 480  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
• Indicated sizes are rough approximates only.  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the RECtab.  
• The above print 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  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Quality, and then  
press [̈].  
resolution or when you plan to produce a larger size print.  
×
• Selecting the “2560 1712 (3:2)” image size will record  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
images with a 3:2 (horizontal : vertical) aspect ratio, which  
is optimal for printing on paper with an aspect ratio of 3:2.  
want, and then press [SET].  
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To get this:  
Select this setting:  
Fine  
High image quality, large file  
size  
Higher  
Quality  
Normal image quality and  
normal file size  
Normal  
Low image quality, small file  
size  
Lower  
Quality  
Economy  
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 24, 204).  
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To set up the camera to do this:  
Select this setting:  
None  
Selecting the Focus Mode  
Focus automatically (Auto Focus)  
Perform close-up focus (Macro)  
Fix the focal distance (Pan Focus)  
Perform infinity focus (Infinity)  
Focus manually (Manual Focus)  
You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto  
Focus, Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity, and Manual.  
[̆] (  
)
1. In a REC mode, press [̆] (  
).  
Each press of [̆] (  
)
cycles thorough the focus  
mode settings in the  
sequence shown below.  
Focus mode indicator  
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When you see this:  
It means this:  
Using Auto Focus  
Green focus frame  
Green operation lamp  
As its name suggests, Auto Focus focuses the image  
automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when  
you press the shutter button down half way. The following  
is the Auto Focus range.  
The image is focused.  
Red focus frame  
Flashing green operation lamp  
The image is not  
focused.  
Range: Approximately 40cm to (1.3´ to )  
3. Press the shutter button the rest of the way to  
record the image.  
1. Press [̆] (  
) to cycle through the focus  
mode settings until there is no focus mode  
indicator on the display.  
NOTE  
When proper focusing is not possible because the  
subject is closer than the Auto Focus range, the  
camera automatically switches to the Macro mode  
range (page 71).  
2. Compose the image so the main subject is  
within the focus frame, and then press the  
shutter button half way.  
You can tell whether the image is focused by  
observing the focus frame and the green operation  
lamp.  
I Auto Pan Focus  
When you press the shutter button all the way down in the  
Auto Focus mode without pausing, the camera immediately  
records the image using Pan Focus (page 72) 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.  
Green operation lamp  
10  
1600 1200  
NORMAL  
IN  
1 / 1000  
F2.6  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
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Focus frame  
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2. Select the RECtab, select Auto PF, and  
then press [̈].  
For this type of Auto Focus area:  
Select this:  
Spot  
Very limited range in the center of the  
screen  
This setting works well with focus lock  
(page 75).  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
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 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 avoids the loss of focus of  
foreground images that occurs when the  
camera focuses on the background. It  
comes in handy for simple snapshots  
where the subject is not in the center of  
the screen.  
To do this:  
Select this setting:  
Turn on Auto Pan Focus  
Turn off Auto Pan Focus  
On  
Off  
Multi  
I 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.  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. On the RECtab, select AF Area, and then  
press [̈].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the Auto Focus area  
you want, and then press [SET].  
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Spot Multi  
Using the Macro Mode  
Use the Macro mode when you need to focus on close up  
subjects. The following shows the approximate focus range  
in the Macro mode.  
Range: 6cm to 50cm (2.4˝ to 19.7˝)  
1. Press [̆] (  
) to cycle through the focus  
mode settings until “ ” is shown as the  
Focus frame  
Focus frame  
focus mode indicator.  
2. Record the image.  
The focus and image recording operations are  
identical to those in the Auto Focus mode.  
NOTE  
When the Macro mode cannot focus properly  
because the subject is too far away, the camera  
automatically switches to the Auto Focus range  
(page 69).  
Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation  
(page 55) while recording with the Macro mode, a  
value will appear on the monitor screen as shown  
below to tell you the focusing range.  
Example: 10cm - 50cm  
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IMPORTANT!  
Using Pan Focus  
Use of the flash along with wide angle zoom or the  
Macro mode can cause the light of the flash to  
become blocked, which can produce unwanted  
shadows in your image.  
Normally, your camera performs Auto Focus to ensure that  
your images are always in focus. Selecting Pan Focus  
disables Auto Focus, so the shutter is released as soon as  
you press the shutter button. This mode is best for basic  
snapshots. The focus range depends on the zoom setting,  
the amount of light available when recording, and other  
recording conditions.  
1. Press [̆] (  
) to cycle through the focus  
mode settings until “ ” is shown as the  
focus mode indicator.  
2. Press the shutter button all the way down to  
immediately record without Auto Focus.  
NOTE  
If you press the shutter  
button half way, the focus  
distance will appear on  
the monitor screen.  
Focus range  
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IMPORTANT!  
Using the Infinity Mode  
The Infinity mode fixes focus at infinity (). Use this mode  
when recording scenery and other faraway images.  
The focus range at the optical zoom telephoto setting  
is narrower than the focus range at the wide angle  
setting.  
The focus range during darker lighting is narrower  
than the focus range of brighter lighting.  
1. Press [̆] (  
) to cycle through the focus  
mode settings until “ ” is shown as the  
focus mode indicator.  
2. Record the image.  
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2. While watching the  
image on the monitor  
screen, use [̇] and  
[̈] to 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  
Approximate Focus Range  
6cm (2.4˝) to infinity ()  
18cm (7.1˝) to infinity ()  
1X  
3X  
Manual focus position  
Do this:  
To do this:  
Focus in on the subject  
Focus out on the subject  
Press [̇].  
Press [̈].  
1. Press [̆] (  
) to  
cycle through the  
focus mode settings  
until “ ” is shown  
as the focus mode  
indicator.  
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 will reappear a short while later.  
3. Press the shutter button to record the image.  
IMPORTANT!  
At this point, a  
boundary also appears  
on the display,  
Boundary  
In the Manual Focus mode, the [̇] and [̈] keys  
adjust focus, even if you used key customization to  
assign other functions to them (page 104).  
indicating the part of the  
image that will be used  
for manual focus.  
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NOTE  
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  
Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation  
(page 55) while recording with manual focus, a value  
will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to  
tell you the focusing range.  
and the Macro mode (  
).  
Example: MF 10cm - ∞  
Main subject  
1. Using the monitor  
screen, compose the  
image so the main  
subject is within the  
focus frame, and then  
press the shutter  
10  
1600 1200  
NORMAL  
IN  
1 / 1000  
F2.6  
04/12/24  
button half way.  
:
12 58  
This locks the focus on  
the subject that is  
currently within the  
focus frame.  
Focus frame  
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2. Keeping the shutter  
button pressed half  
way down, re-  
10  
1600 1200  
NORMAL  
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift)  
IN  
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.  
1 / 1000  
F2.6  
compose the image  
as you like.  
04/12/24  
:
12 58  
Main subject  
EV Shift Range: 2.0EV to +2.0EV  
Steps: 1/3EV  
3. When the image is composed the way you  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
want, press the shutter button the rest of the  
way to record it.  
2. Select the RECtab,  
select EV Shift, and  
then press [̈].  
The focus and image recording operations are  
identical to those in the Auto Focus mode.  
NOTE  
Locking the focus also locks the exposure.  
Exposure compensation  
value  
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To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes  
0.0.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
change the exposure  
compensation value,  
and then press [SET].  
4. Record the image.  
IMPORTANT!  
Pressing [SET] registers  
the displayed value.  
When shooting under very dark or very bright  
conditions, you may not be able to obtain satisfactory  
results even after performing exposure  
compensation.  
EV value  
[̆] : Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best  
used for light-colored subjects and backlight  
subjects.  
NOTE  
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 104) to  
configure the camera to perform exposure  
compensation whenever you press [̇] or [̈] while in  
a REC mode. This comes in handy when adjusting  
exposure compensation while viewing the on-screen  
histogram (page 97).  
[̄] : Decreases the EV value. A lower EV value is best  
for dark-color subjects and for shooting outdoors  
on a clear day.  
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3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
Adjusting White Balance  
want, and then press [SET].  
The wavelengths of the light produced by various light  
sources (daylight, 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.  
When shooting under these conditions: Select this setting:  
Normal conditions  
Auto  
Outdoor daylight on a clear day  
Outdoor daylight on an overcast or  
rainy day, in the shade of a tree, etc.  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
In the shade of a building or any other  
area where the color temperature is  
high  
2. Select the RECtab,  
select White  
Under white or daylight white  
fluorescent light (suppresses color  
fogging)  
1
2
Balance, and then  
press [̈].  
Under daylight fluorescent light  
(suppresses color fogging)  
Under incandescent lighting  
Difficult lighting that requires manual  
control (See Configuring the White  
Balance Setting Manually.)  
Manual  
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NOTE  
Configuring the White Balance Setting  
Manually  
Certain complex light sources or other environmental  
conditions can make it impossible to obtain good results  
when Autoor one of the fixed light source settings is  
selected for white balance. Manual white balance lets you  
configure the camera for a particular light source and other  
conditions.  
Note that you must perform manual white balance under  
the same conditions you will be shooting under. Have a  
sheet of white paper on hand before starting the following  
procedure.  
When Autois selected for the white balance  
setting, the camera automatically determines the  
white point of the subject. Certain subject colors and  
light source conditions can cause problems when the  
camera tries to determine the white point, which  
makes proper white balance adjustment impossible.  
When this happens, use daylight, cloudy, or one of  
the other fixed white balance settings to specify the  
type of lighting available.  
You can use the key customization feature (page  
104) to configure the camera so the white balance  
setting changes whenever you press [̇] or [̈] while  
in a REC mode.  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select a RECtab, select White Balance,  
and then press [̈].  
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This starts the white balance adjustment procedure.  
The message Completeappears on the monitor  
screen after white balance adjustment is complete.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select Manual.  
This causes the object  
you last used to adjust  
manual white balance to  
appear on the monitor  
screen. If you want to use  
the same settings you  
configured during a  
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].  
previous manual white  
balance setting  
This registers the white balance settings and returns  
to the currently selected recording mode.  
operation, skip step 4  
and perform step 5.  
NOTE  
After you adjust white balance manually, the setting  
remains in effect until you change it or until you turn  
off the camera.  
4. Point the camera at a white paper or similar  
object under the lighting conditions for which  
you want to set the white balance, and then  
press the shutter button.  
White paper  
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Scene Number  
23  
Scene Name  
Using the BESTSHOT Mode  
White board, etc. (page 89)  
Register User Scene (page 83)  
Selecting one of the 23 BESTSHOT scenes automatically  
sets up the camera for recording a similar type of image.  
Scene Number  
Scene Name  
1. Press [ ] (REC), and  
then select “  
1
2
Portrait  
Scenery  
BESTSHOTas the  
recording mode (page  
48).  
3
Portrait With Scenery  
4
Coupling Shot (page 85)  
5
Pre-shot (page 87)  
This enters the  
6
Children  
BESTSHOT mode and  
displays a sample scene.  
7
Candlelight Portrait  
8
Party  
You can use the key customization feature (page  
104) to configure the camera to enter the  
BESTSHOT mode whenever you press [̇] or [̈]  
while in a REC mode.  
9
Pet  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
Flower  
Natural Green  
Sundown  
Night Scene  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the sample scene  
Night Scene Portrait  
you want, and then press [SET].  
Fireworks  
If you want to check which sample scene is currently  
selected or if you want to change to a different  
scene, press [SET] again.  
Food  
Text  
Collection  
Monochrome  
3. Record the image.  
Retro  
Twilight  
Business cards and documents (page 89)  
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IMPORTANT!  
NOTE  
BESTSHOT scenes were not recorded using this  
camera. They are provided as samples only.  
Due to shooting conditions and other factors, an  
image recorded using the setup of a BESTSHOT  
scene may not produce exactly the results you  
expect.  
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.  
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.  
Digital 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.  
When recording the image of a night scene,  
fireworks, or some other image using a slow shutter  
speed, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent  
hand movement.  
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5. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Save, and then  
Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup  
You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an  
image you recorded as a BESTSHOT scene. After that,  
you can recall the setup whenever you want to use it.  
press [SET].  
This registers the setup. Now you can use the  
procedure on page 81 to select your user setup for  
recording.  
1. Press [ ] (REC), and then select “  
BESTSHOTas the recording mode (page 48).  
This enters the BESTSHOT mode and displays a  
sample scene.  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to  
display Register  
User Scene.  
3. Press [SET].  
4. Use [̇] and [̈] to  
display the image  
whose setup you  
want to register as a  
BESTSHOT scene.  
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IMPORTANT!  
To delete a BESTSHOT user setup  
BESTSHOT user setups are located in the cameras  
built-in memory following the built-in sample scenes.  
Note that formatting built-in memory (page 145)  
deletes all BESTSHOT user setups.  
1. Press [ ] (REC), and then select “  
BESTSHOTas the recording mode (page 48).  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to display the user setup you  
NOTE  
want to delete.  
The following are the settings that are included in a  
BESTSHOT user setup: focus mode, EV shift value,  
white balance mode, flash mode, ISO sensitivity,  
Flash Intensity, Flash Assist, Sharpness, Saturation,  
and Contrast.  
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 cameras built-in memory at one time.  
You can check the current setup of a scene by  
displaying the various setting menus.  
3. Press [̄] (  
) to delete the user setup.  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Delete.  
5. Press [SET] to delete the file.  
6. Press [MENU].  
When you register a BESTSHOT user setup, it is  
automatically assigned a file name using the format  
shown below, and stored in the SCENEfolder.  
UEZ55nnn.JPE (n = 0 to 9)  
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Combining Shots of Two People into a  
Single Image (Coupling Shot)  
Coupling Shot 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  
81).  
Combined  
Images  
First Image  
This is the part  
of the image that  
does not include  
the person who  
is recording the  
first image.  
1. Press [ ] (REC), and then select “  
BESTSHOTas the recording mode (page 48).  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select Coupling Shot,  
and then press [SET].  
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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3. Align the focus frame  
on the monitor screen  
with the subject you  
want on the left side  
of the image.  
5. 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  
background of the  
first image, which is  
shown on the monitor  
screen.  
While Coupling Shotis  
selected, the AF Area”  
(page 70) setting  
automatically becomes  
Spot.  
Focus frame  
Semi-transparent  
background  
4. Press the shutter button to record the left  
side of the image.  
Pressing [MENU] any time after step 4 of the above  
procedure cancels the first image and returns to step  
3.  
The focus, exposure, white balance, zoom, and flash  
settings are fixed for this type of image.  
6. When everything is aligned correctly, record  
the right side of the image.  
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Freeze the background on  
the monitor screen.  
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 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.  
Record the image, using  
the background on the  
monitor screen 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 81).  
Only the second image is  
recorded.  
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You can press the [MENU] button at this point to  
clear the semi-transparent background from the  
monitor screen. Then you can repeat step 3 to record  
a new background.  
1. Press [ ] (REC), and then select “  
BESTSHOTas the recording mode (page 48).  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select Pre-shot, and then  
press [SET].  
5. After composing the final image (using the  
semi-transparent background as a guide), the  
person with the camera should press the  
shutter button to record.  
3. Compose the background you want on the  
monitor screen, and then press the shutter  
button to temporarily record it as a reference  
image.  
Note that the semi-transparent background image  
you temporarily record in step 3 is for composition  
purposes only. The final image contains only what is  
in front of the camera when the shutter button is  
pressed in step 5.  
This operation causes a semi-transparent image of  
the background to appear on the monitor screen, but  
the displayed image is not actually saved in camera  
memory.  
The focus, exposure, white balance, zoom, and flash  
settings are fixed for this type of image.  
4. Now you can stand in  
front of the  
background and ask  
someone else to snap  
your picture, using  
the semi-transparent  
background on the  
Semi-transparent  
background  
monitor screen as a  
composition guide.  
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I Setup Sample Images  
Recording Images of Business Cards and  
Documents (Business Shot)  
Business cards and  
White board, etc.  
Recording a business card, document, whiteboard, or  
similarly shaped object from an angle can cause the  
subject to appear misshaped in the resulting image.  
Business Shot automatically corrects the shape of  
rectangular objects to make them appear like the camera  
was positioned directly in front of them.  
documents  
IMPORTANT!  
Before recording, compose the image so outline of  
the item you want to record fits entirely within the  
monitor screen. The camera will not be able to detect  
the shape of the subject correctly unless it is  
enclosed entirely within the monitor screen.  
The camera also will be unable to detect the shape  
of the subject if it is the same color as the  
background. Make sure the subject is against a  
background that allows the outline of the subject to  
stand out.  
Before keystone  
correction  
After keystone  
correction  
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NOTE  
To use Business Shot  
When the camera is at an angle to a business card  
or document it is recording, the shape of the  
business card or document may appear distorted in  
the image. Auto keystone correction corrects for this  
distortion, which means that subjects appear normal  
even if you record at an angle.  
1. Press [ ] (REC), and then select “  
BESTSHOTas the recording mode (page 48).  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the Business Shot  
image you want, and then press [SET].  
3. Record the image.  
This displays a screen  
that shows all of the  
objects in the image that  
qualify as candidates for  
keystone correction. An  
error message will  
appear (page 202) if the  
camera is unable to find  
any suitable keystone  
correction candidate in  
the image. After a short  
while, the original image  
will be stored in memory,  
as-is.  
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4. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the candidate you  
Using the Movie Mode  
want to correct.  
You can record movies with audio. A single movie can be  
as long as available memory capacity allows.  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select Correct, and  
then press [SET].  
File Format: AVI  
AVI format conforms to the Motion JPEG format promoted  
by the Open DML Group.  
Selecting Cancelin  
place of Correctstores  
the original image as-is,  
without correcting it.  
×
Image Size: 320 240 pixels  
Movie File Size: Approximately 300KB/second.  
Maximum Movie Length  
One Movie:  
IMPORTANT!  
×
The maximum Business Shot image size is 1600  
1200 pixels, even if the camera is configured for a  
larger image size. An image size setting smaller than  
As long as available memory capacity allows  
NOTE  
×
1600 1200 pixels records images at the specified  
size.  
You can play back movies recorded in the Movie  
mode on your computer using Windows Media  
Player.  
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Remaining recording time  
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.  
1. Press [ ] (REC), and  
then select Movie”  
as the recording mode  
(page 48).  
This enters the Movie  
mode and causes “  
appear on the monitor  
screen.  
to  
The focus mode automatically changes to Pan Focus  
(page 72) when you enter the Movie mode,  
regardless of the mode memorys (page 105) Focus  
setting. You can, however, change to another focus  
mode before starting a recording.  
You can use the key  
customization feature  
(page 104) to configure  
the camera to enter the  
Movie mode whenever  
you press [̇] or [̈] while  
in a REC mode.  
Recording time  
3. When movie recording is complete, the movie  
file is stored in file memory.  
Movie recording indicator  
2. Point the camera at the  
subject and then press  
the shutter button.  
Movie recording  
continues as long as  
remaining memory  
capacity allows, or until  
you stop it by pressing  
the shutter button again.  
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IMPORTANT!  
Auto Focus is not performed in the case of the  
Pan Focus ( ), Manual Focus ( ) and Infinity  
) focus modes, and so no confirmation tone  
The flash does not fire in the Movie mode.  
This camera also records audio. Note the following  
(
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.  
REC  
points when recording a movie.  
Take care that you do  
not block the  
microphone with your  
fingers.  
Good recording  
Microphone  
and  
flash on the monitor screen during  
results are not  
possible when the  
camera is too far from  
recording to let you know when a frame has been  
dropped.  
the subject.  
Operating camera buttons during recording can  
cause button noise to be included in the audio.  
Movie audio is recorded in monaural.  
The camera automatically switches to Pan Focus  
(
) (page 72) whenever you enter the Movie  
mode.  
The camera focuses automatically whenever you  
have Auto Focus or Macro (  
) (page 68)  
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 (  
select Manual Focus (  
) as the focus mode, or  
) and manually focus the  
image before starting your recording.  
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NOTE  
Recording Audio  
You can play back an audio file recorded in the  
Audio Snapshot mode on your computer using  
Windows Media Player.  
Recording audio for a snapshot creates two separate  
files: one for the image data and one for the audio  
data. Each file is stored in a different folder in  
camera memory (page 172).  
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.  
1. Press [ ] (REC), and then select “  
(
+
)as the recording mode (page 48).  
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.  
This enters the Audio Snapshot mode and causes  
to appear on the monitor screen.  
You can use the key customization feature (page  
104) to configure the camera to enter the Audio  
Snapshot mode whenever you press [̇] or [̈] while  
in a REC mode.  
Recording Time:  
Up to about 30 seconds per image  
Audio File Size:  
Approximately 120KB (30-second recording of  
approximately 4KB per second)  
2. Press the shutter  
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.  
Remaining recording time  
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You can cancel audio recording standby by pressing  
[MENU].  
Recording Your Voice  
The Voice Recording mode provides quick and easy  
recording of your voice.  
3. Press the shutter button to start audio  
recording.  
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.  
The green operation lamp flashes as recording is  
performed.  
If you have the monitor screen turned off (page 26),  
the monitor screen turns on while you are adding  
audio to a snapshot.  
Recording Time:  
Approximately 39 minutes with built-in memory  
Audio File Size:  
Approximately 120KB (30-second recording of  
approximately 4KB per second)  
4. Recording stops after about 30 seconds or  
when you press the shutter button.  
NOTE  
IMPORTANT!  
You can play back files recorded in the Voice  
Recording mode on your computer using Windows  
Media Player.  
You cannot use the Audio Snapshot mode in  
combination with triple self-timer or Coupling Shot.  
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1. Press [ ] (REC), and  
You can insert index marks while recording by  
pressing [SET]. See page 124 for information about  
jumping to an index mark during playback.  
Recording time  
then select “  
Voiceas the  
recording mode (page  
48).  
3. To stop recording, press the shutter button  
again. This also saves the recording to a file  
in camera memory.  
This enters the Voice  
Recording mode and  
causes “  
on the monitor screen.  
to appear  
NOTE  
Remaining recording time  
Holding down [DISP] as you press the power button  
You can use the key  
customization feature  
(page 104) to configure  
the camera to enter the  
Voice Recording mode  
whenever you press [̇]  
or [̈] while in a REC  
mode.  
or [  
] (REC) enters the Voice Recording mode  
without extending the lens.  
2. Press the shutter button to start voice  
recording.  
The green operation lamp flashes as recording is  
performed.  
Pressing [DISP] during voice recording turns off the  
monitor screen.  
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I Audio Recording Precautions  
Using the Histogram  
Keep the microphone on the  
front of the camera pointed  
at the source.  
Take care that you do not  
block the microphone with  
your fingers.  
Microphone  
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 26). You can also  
display the histogram of a recorded image in the PLAY  
mode.  
Good recording results are not possible when the camera  
is too far from the subject.  
Pressing the power button or pressing [  
] (PLAY) stops  
recording and stores any audio recorded up to that point.  
You can also perform after-recordingto add audio to a  
snapshot after recording it, and also change the audio  
recorded for an image. See page 122 for more  
information.  
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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An RGB histogram that shows the distribution of R (red) ,  
G (green) , and B (blue) components is also displayed.  
This histogram can be used to determine whether there is  
too much or too little of each of the color components in  
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 outof the light areas of  
an image.  
NOTE  
You can use key customization (page 104) to  
configure the camera to perform exposure  
compensation whenever you press [̇] or [̈] while in  
a REC mode. If you do this, you can adjust exposure  
compensation while viewing the on-screen histogram  
(page 76).  
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.  
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 outof the dark areas  
of an image.  
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IMPORTANT!  
REC Mode Camera Settings  
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.  
The following are the settings you can configure before  
recording an image using a REC mode.  
ISO sensitivity  
Sharpness  
Saturation  
Contrast  
Grid on/off  
Image Review on/off  
Icon Help on/off  
L/R key setting  
Power on default settings  
Resetting the camera  
NOTE  
The histogram does not appear when you are using  
Coupling Shot (page 85) or Pre-shot (page 87).  
The RGB (color component) histogram is displayed  
for snapshots only. In the Movie mode, only the  
luminance distribution histogram appears on the  
monitor screen.  
You can also configure the settings listed below. See  
the referenced pages for more information.  
Size (page 65)  
Quality (page 66)  
White Balance (page 78)  
Digital Zoom (page 57)  
AF Area (page 70)  
Auto PF (page 69)  
Flash Intensity (page 61)  
Flash Assist (page 61)  
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IMPORTANT!  
Specifying ISO Sensitivity  
Under certain conditions, a high shutter speed in  
combination with a high ISO sensitivity setting can  
cause digital noise (graininess), which makes an  
image appear rough. 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.  
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 a REC mode, press [MENU].  
NOTE  
You can use the key customization feature (page  
104) to configure the camera so the ISO sensitivity  
setting changes whenever you press [̇] and [̈]  
while in a REC mode.  
2. Select the RECtab, select ISO, and then  
press [̈].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you want  
and then press [SET].  
To get this:  
Select this setting:  
Auto  
Automatic sensitivity selection  
Lower sensitivity  
ISO 50  
ISO 100  
ISO 200  
Higher sensitivity  
ISO 400  
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Specifying Outline Sharpness  
Specifying Color Saturation  
Use the following procedure to control the sharpness of  
image outlines.  
Use the following procedure to control the intensity of the  
image you are recording.  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the RECtab, select Sharpness, and  
then press [̈].  
2. Select the RECtab, select Saturation, and  
then press [̈].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
want, and then press [SET].  
To get this:  
Select this setting:  
To get this:  
Select this setting:  
High sharpness  
+2  
+1  
0
High color saturation (intensity)  
+2  
+1  
0
Normal sharpness  
Low sharpness  
Normal color saturation (intensity)  
Low color saturation (intensity)  
1  
2  
1  
2  
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Specifying Contrast  
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off  
Use this procedure to adjust the relative difference  
between the light areas and dark areas of the image you  
are recording.  
You can display gridlines on the monitor screen to help you  
compose images and ensure that the camera is straight  
when recording.  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the RECtab, select Contrast, and  
then press [̈].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
To get this:  
Select this setting:  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
High contrast  
+2  
+1  
0
2. Select the RECtab, select Grid, and then  
press [̈].  
Normal contrast  
Low contrast  
1  
2  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
To do this:  
Select this setting:  
Display the grid  
Hide the grid  
On  
Off  
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Turning Image Review On and Off  
Using Icon Help  
Image review displays the images you record on the  
monitor screen as soon as you record them. Use the  
following procedure to turn image review on and off.  
Icon Help displays guidance text about an icon when you  
select it on the monitor screen while in a REC mode.  
• Icon Help text is displayed for the following functions:  
Flash mode, focus mode, white balance, self-timer,  
current REC mode.  
Note, however, that current REC mode, white balance  
and self-timer Icon Help text appears only when “REC  
Mode”, “White Balance” or “self-timer” is assigned to the  
[̇] and [̈] keys with the key customization feature (page  
104).  
1. In a 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].  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
To do this:  
Select this setting:  
On  
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Icon Help”, and  
Display images on the monitor  
screen for about one second  
then press [̈].  
immediately after they are recorded  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
Do not display images immediately  
after they are recorded  
Off  
want, and then press [SET].  
To do this:  
Select this setting:  
Display guidance text when you  
select an icon on the monitor screen.  
On  
Off  
Turn off Icon Help  
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IMPORTANT!  
Assigning Functions to the [̇] and [̈]  
Selecting one of the following settings causes the  
icon and its Icon Help text to appear momentarily on  
the monitor screen. The icon and text disappear after  
a short while.  
Keys  
A key customizationfeature lets you configure the [̇]  
and [̈] keys so they change camera settings whenever  
they are pressed in a REC mode. After you configure the  
[̇] and [̈] keys, you can change the setting assigned to  
them without going through the menu screen.  
Flash mode  
Focus mode  
White balance  
(Auto) icon (page 59)  
(Auto Focus) icon (page 69)  
(Auto) icon (page 78)  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the RECtab, select L/R Key, and  
then press [̈].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
After you assign a function, you can change its  
setting simply by pressing the [̇] and [̈] keys.  
REC Mode (page 48)  
EV Shift (page 76)  
White Balance (page 78)  
ISO (page 100)  
Self-timer (page 63)  
Off: No function assigned  
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On  
Function  
REC Mode  
Flash  
Off  
Snapshot  
Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
Spot  
Off  
Specifying Power On Default Settings  
The cameras mode memoryfeature lets you specify the  
power on default settings individually for the recording  
mode, flash mode, focus mode, white balance mode, ISO  
sensitivity, AF Area, self-timer, flash intensity, 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.  
Focus*1  
White Balance  
ISO  
AF Area  
Setting when  
camera is  
turned off  
Self-timer  
Flash Intensity  
Digital Zoom  
0
On  
Last Auto Focus  
position that was in  
effect before you  
switched to manual  
focus  
The following table shows what happens when you turn  
mode memory on or off for each mode.  
MF Position  
Zoom Position*2  
Wide  
*1 The focus mode setting is not remembered for the  
Movie mode. PF (Pan Focus) is automatically  
selected in the Movie mode.  
*2 Only the optical zoom position is remembered.  
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IMPORTANT!  
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].  
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 Modeand Zoom Positionwill be  
configured according to the BESTSHOT sample  
scene when you turn it back on again, regardless of  
mode memory on/off settings.  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the Memorytab.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the item you want to  
change, and then press [̈].  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
If you turn the camera off while in the Movie mode,  
want, and then press [SET].  
the flash will be turned off “  
when you turn the  
To do this:  
Select this setting:  
On  
camera back on again, regardless of the mode  
memory on/off setting for the flash.  
Turn on mode memory so settings  
are restored at power on  
Turn off mode memory so settings  
are initialized at power on  
Off  
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS  
Resetting the Camera  
Use the following procedure to reset all of the cameras  
settings to their initial defaults as shown under Menu  
Referenceon page 192.  
1. Press [MENU].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select Reset, and  
then press [̈].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Reset, and then  
press [SET].  
To cancel the procedure without resetting, select  
Canceland press [SET].  
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You can use the cameras built-in monitor screen to view  
images after you record them.  
2. Use [̈] (forward) or [̇] (back) to scroll  
through files on the monitor screen.  
Basic Playback Operation  
Use the following procedure to scroll through files stored in  
the cameras memory.  
NOTE  
1. Press [ ] (PLAY) to  
turn on the camera.  
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.  
This enters the PLAY  
mode and causes an  
image or a message to  
appear on the monitor  
screen.  
[
]
PLAY mode file type Folder number/ File number  
Image size  
Quality  
Date and time  
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IMPORTANT!  
Playing an Audio Snapshot  
Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot  
Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is  
being performed or is paused.  
(indicated by  
) 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.  
To do this:  
Do this:  
Fast forward or fast reverse  
the audio  
Hold down [̇] or [̈].  
Pause and unpause audio  
playback  
Press [SET].  
Press [̆] or [̄].  
Adjust audio volume  
Cancel playback  
Press [MENU].  
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1. In the PLAY mode, use [̇] and [̈] to scroll  
through images on the monitor screen and  
display the one you want.  
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.  
2. While holding down the shutter button, press  
[SET].  
[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  
[̈].  
Shutter button  
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 icon is on the display.  
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IMPORTANT!  
Zooming the Display Image  
You cannot zoom a movie image.  
Perform the following procedure to zoom the image  
currently on the monitor screen up to four times its normal  
size.  
Depending on the original size of the recorded  
image, you may not be able to zoom a display image  
the full four times normal size.  
1. In the PLAY mode, use [̇] and [̈] to display  
the image you want.  
2. Press the zoom  
button ( ) to enlarge  
the image.  
You can toggle display  
of the zoom factor on  
and off by pressing  
[DISP].  
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.  
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IMPORTANT!  
Resizing an Image  
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.  
Note that you cannot resize the following types of  
images.  
You can resize a recorded image to either of the two  
following sizes.  
×
×
1280 960 pixels (SXGA): Best for print sizes 3.5˝ 5˝ or  
smaller  
×
640 480 pixels (VGA): Best for attachment to e-mail  
×
640 480-pixel and smaller images  
messages or incorporation into Web pages  
×
2560 1712-pixel (3:2) images  
Movie images and the voice recording file icon  
Images recorded with another camera  
The resize operation cannot be performed when  
there is not enough memory to store the resized  
image.  
When you display a resized image on the cameras  
monitor screen, the date and time that appear when  
the image is displayed indicate when the image was  
originally recorded, not when the image was resized.  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the PLAY”  
tab, select Resize,  
and then press [̈].  
Note that this operation is  
possible only when a  
snapshot image is on the  
monitor screen.  
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 cancel the resize operation, select Cancel.  
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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.  
Cropping an Image  
You can use the following procedure to crop a portion of an  
enlarged image.  
6. Press [SET] to extract the part of the image  
enclosed in the cropping boundary.  
1. In the PLAY mode, use [̇] and [̈] to scroll  
through images and display the one you want  
to crop.  
If you want to cancel the procedure at any point,  
press [MENU].  
2. Press [MENU].  
3. Select the PLAY”  
tab, select  
Trimming, and then  
press [̈].  
This causes a cropping  
boundary to appear.  
Note that this operation is possible only when a  
snapshot image is on the monitor screen.  
4. Use the zoom button (  
) to make the  
cropping boundary larger or smaller.  
The smaller the image, the more limited is the size of  
the cropping boundary.  
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IMPORTANT!  
Playing a Movie  
Cropping an image creates a new file that contains  
the cropped image. The file with the original image  
also remains in memory.  
Use the following procedure to play back a movie that was  
recorded in the movie mode.  
Note that you cannot crop the following types of  
images.  
Movie icon  
1. In the PLAY mode,  
×
2560 1712 pixel (3:2) images  
press [̇] and [̈] to  
scroll through images  
until the movie you  
want to play is  
Movie images and the voice recording file icon  
Images recorded with another camera  
The cropping operation cannot be performed when  
there is not enough memory to store the cropped  
image.  
displayed.  
When you display a cropped image on the cameras  
monitor screen, the date and time that appear when  
the image is displayed indicate when the image was  
originally recorded, not when the image was  
cropped.  
2. Press [SET].  
This start playback of the movie.  
You can perform the following operations while a  
movie is playing.  
To do this:  
Do this:  
Fast forward or fast reverse the  
movie  
Hold down [̇]  
or [̈].  
Pause and unpause movie playback Press [SET].  
Skip forward or back one frame  
Press [̇] or [̈].  
while paused  
Cancel playback  
Press [MENU].  
Adjust audio volume  
Press [̆] or [̄].  
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IMPORTANT!  
Displaying the 9-image View  
Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is  
being performed or is paused.  
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.  
On the 9-image screen,  
indicates a voice  
recording file (page 124).  
If there are fewer than nine images in memory, they  
are displayed starting from the upper left corner. The  
selection boundary is located at the image that was  
on the display before you switched to the 9-image  
view.  
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Selection boundary  
2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and  
[̈] to move the  
Displaying the Calendar Screen  
Use the following procedure to display a 1-month calendar.  
Each day shows the first image recorded on that day,  
which makes it easy to find the image you want.  
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.  
1. In the PLAY mode,  
press [̆] (  
).  
Use the procedure  
under Changing the  
Date Formaton page  
140 to specify the date  
format.  
Example: When there are 20 images in memory, and  
Image 1 is displayed first  
The image displayed on  
the calendar for each  
date is the first image  
that was recorded on  
that date.  
17 18 19  
6
9
7
8
15 16 17  
18 19 20  
Month/Year  
Date selection cursor  
20  
3
1
4
2
5
10 11  
12 13 14  
1
2
3
To exit the calendar screen, press [MENU] or [DISP].  
3. Pressing any button besides [̆], [̄], [̇], or  
[̈] displays the full-size version of the image  
where the selection boundary is located.  
On the calendar screen,  
recording file (page 124).  
indicates a voice  
appears in place of the image when the date  
contains data that cannot be displayed by this  
camera.  
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2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to move the  
selection boundary to the date whose image  
you want to view, and then press [SET].  
Playing a Slideshow  
A slideshow automatically plays back images in sequence  
at a fixed interval.  
This displays the first image that was recorded on  
the selected date.  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the PLAYtab, select Slideshow,  
and then press [̈].  
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IMPORTANT!  
3. Use the screen that appears to configure the  
image, time, and interval settings.  
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.  
Pressing [̇] during a slideshow will scroll to the  
previous image, while [̈] scrolls to the next image.  
When the slideshow comes to a movie file, it plays  
the movie and its audio once.  
All Images  
Displays all images in camera memory.  
One Image  
Displays a particular image.  
Favorites  
Images  
Displays all images in the FAVORITE folder.  
Use [̇] and [̈] to specify the playback time you  
want (1 to 60 minutes).  
Time  
When the slideshow comes to a voice recording file  
or an audio snapshot, it plays the audio once.  
The audio of movies, audio snapshots, and voice  
recording files is not played when MAXis specified  
for the slideshow Intervalsetting. With all other  
Intervalsettings, movies and all audio (movies,  
audio snapshots, voice recording files) are played  
back, regardless of their length.  
Use [̇] and [̈] to specify the interval you want  
(MAX, or 1 to 30 seconds).  
Interval  
When playback reaches a movie file while  
MAXis selected as the interval, only the first  
frame of the movie is displayed.  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Start, and then  
press [SET].  
While audio is playing, you can use [̆] and [̄] to  
adjust the volume level.  
This starts the slideshow.  
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 26).  
5. To stop the slideshow, press [SET].  
The slideshow will also stop automatically after the  
amount of time you specified for Timeelapses.  
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Pressing [MENU] displays a screen for configuring  
slideshow settings. To restart the slideshow, press  
[MENU] while the menu screen is displayed, or  
select Startand then press [SET].  
Using the Photo Stand Feature  
The Photo Standfeature lets you specify what should  
appear on the cameras 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 117 for information about configuring  
slideshow settings to suit your needs.  
While audio is playing, you can use [̆] and [̄] to  
adjust the volume level.  
4. To stop the Phot Stand slideshow, press  
[PHOTO] again.  
IMPORTANT!  
1. Turn off the camera.  
The battery is not charged while a Photo Stand  
slideshow is in progress. To charge the battery, stop  
the slideshow.  
2. Set the camera onto the USB cradle.  
Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it  
is turned on.  
3. Press the USB cradles  
[PHOTO] button.  
This starts the Photo  
Stand slideshow with the  
images or image you  
specified (page 118).  
[PHOTO]  
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4. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select Rotate, and  
then press [SET].  
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.  
Each press of [SET]  
rotates the image 90  
degrees.  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
5. After you are finished configuring settings,  
press [MENU] to exit the setting screen.  
2. Select the PLAYtab, select Rotation, and  
then press [̈].  
IMPORTANT!  
Note that this operation is possible only when a  
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 images or the voice  
recording file icon.  
snapshot image is on the monitor screen.  
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to scroll through images until  
the one you want to rotate is on the monitor  
screen.  
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IMPORTANT!  
Using Image Roulette  
Image Roulette does not play movie files or display  
the voice recording file icon.  
Image Roulette is disabled when there is only one  
snapshot image available.  
Image Roulette cycles images like a slot machine on the  
display, before stopping at one of them. The image that  
finally appears is random.  
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 will automatically cancel Image Roulette  
and enter the normal PLAY mode.  
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.  
You can use Image Roulette while Power Onor  
Power On/Offis selected for the REC/PLAY”  
setting (page 144).  
2. Press [̇] or [̈] to restart the Image Roulette  
operation.  
3. To turn off Image Roulette, press [ ] (REC)  
to enter the currently selected recording  
mode or press the power button to turn off  
the camera.  
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1. In the PLAY mode, use [̇] and [̈] to scroll  
through snapshots until the one to which you  
want to add audio is displayed.  
Adding Audio to a Snapshot  
The after-recordingfeature lets you add audio to  
snapshots after they are recorded. You can also re-record  
the audio of an audio snapshot (one with a  
icon on it).  
2. Press [MENU].  
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.  
3. Select the PLAY”  
tab, select Dubbing,  
and then press [̈].  
Recording Time:  
Up to about 30 seconds per image  
Audio File Size:  
Approximately 120KB (30-second recording of  
approximately 4KB per second)  
4. Press the shutter button to start audio  
recording.  
5. Recording stops after about 30 seconds or  
when you press the shutter button.  
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IMPORTANT!  
To re-record audio  
Keep the microphone  
on the front of the  
camera pointed at the  
subject.  
Microphone  
1. In the PLAY mode, use [̇] and [̈] to scroll  
through snapshots until the one whose audio  
you want to re-record is displayed.  
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.  
2. Press [MENU].  
3. Select the PLAYtab, select Dubbing, and  
then press [̈].  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Delete, and then  
press [SET].  
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 128)  
Audio that is re-recorded or deleted cannot be  
recovered. Make sure you no longer need audio  
before re-recording or deleting it.  
If you merely want to delete the audio without re-  
recording, press [MENU] here to complete the  
procedure.  
5. Press the shutter button to start audio  
recording.  
6. Recording stops after about 30 seconds or  
when you press the shutter button.  
This deletes the existing audio and replaces it with  
the new one.  
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IMPORTANT!  
Playing Back a Voice Recording File  
Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is  
being performed or is paused.  
Perform the following steps to play back a voice recording  
file.  
If your recording has index marks (page 96) 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.  
1. In the PLAY mode, use [̇] and [̈] to display  
the voice recording file (a file with  
you want to play.  
on it)  
2. Press [SET].  
This starts playback of  
the voice recording file  
through the cameras  
speaker.  
You can perform the  
following operations  
while audio is playing.  
To do this:  
Do this:  
Fast forward or fast reverse  
the audio  
Hold down [̇] or [̈].  
Pause and unpause audio  
playback  
Press [SET].  
Adjust audio volume  
Cancel playback  
Press [̆] or [̄].  
Press [MENU].  
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DELETING FILES  
You can delete a single file, or you can delete all files  
currently in memory.  
Deleting a Single File  
1. In the PLAY mode,  
IMPORTANT!  
press [̄] (  
).  
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 128).  
Delete cannot be performed when all files in memory  
are protected (page 129).  
Deleting an audio snapshot deletes both the image  
file and the audio file attached to it.  
You cannot use the procedures in this section to  
delete images from the FAVORITE folder. See the  
procedures on page 129 and 132 for details about  
deleting FAVORITE folder contents.  
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 FILES  
Deleting All Files  
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.  
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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.  
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. File names are  
generated as shown below.  
Example: Name of the 26th file  
Folders  
CIMG0026.JPG  
Your camera automatically creates folders in its built-in  
flash memory or on the memory card.  
Extension  
Serial number (4 digits)  
Memory Folders and Files  
The folder and file names described here appear when  
you view folders and files on a computer. See page 25 for  
information about how the camera displays folder and file  
names.  
The actual number of files you will be able to store on a  
memory card depends on image size and quality, card  
capacity, etc.  
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.  
For details about the folder structure, see Memory Folder  
Structureon page 172.  
100CASIO  
Serial number (3 digits)  
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4. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select On, and then  
press [SET].  
Protecting Files  
Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 125).  
You can protect files individually or you can protect all files  
in memory with a single operation.  
A file that is protected is  
indicated by the  
mark.  
To protect a single file  
To unprotect a file, select  
Offin step 4, and then  
press [SET].  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
5. Press [MENU] to exit the menu screen.  
2. Select the PLAYtab,  
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  
Using the FAVORITE Folder  
You can copy scenery shots, photos of your family, or other  
special images from a file storage folder (page 173) to the  
FAVORITE folder in built-in memory (page 173). Images in  
the FAVORITE folder are not displayed during normal  
playback, so it helps to keep your personal images 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.  
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”.  
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder  
4. Press [MENU] to exit the menu screen.  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the “PLAY” tab,  
select “Favorites”, and  
then press [̈].  
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NOTE  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select Save, and  
then press [SET].  
Copying an image file with the above procedure  
creates a 320 240-pixel QVGA-size image in the  
FAVORITE folder.  
×
This displays the names  
of the files in built-in  
memory or on the loaded  
memory card.  
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.  
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].  
IMPORTANT!  
This copies the displayed file to the FAVORITE  
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.  
folder.  
6. After copying all of the files you want, use [̆]  
and [̄] to select Cancel, and then press  
[SET] to exit.  
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IMPORTANT!  
To display a file in the FAVORITE folder  
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 160, 166).  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the PLAYtab, 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.  
File Name  
4. Use [̈] (forward) and  
[̇] (back) to scroll  
through the files in the  
FAVORITE folder.  
FAVORITE folder icon  
5. After you are finished viewing files, press  
[MENU] twice to exit.  
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To delete a file from the FAVORITE  
folder  
To delete all files from the FAVORITE  
folder  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the PLAYtab, select Favorites, and  
then press [̈].  
2. Select the PLAYtab, select Favorites, and  
then press [̈].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Show, and then  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Show, and then  
press [SET].  
press [SET].  
4. Press [̄] (  
).  
4. Press [̄] (  
).  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to select All Files Delete,  
5. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the file you want to  
and then press [SET].  
delete from the FAVORITE folder.  
6. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Delete, and then  
IMPORTANT!  
press [SET].  
You cannot use the delete operations on page 125 to  
delete images from the FAVORITE folder.  
Performing the memory format operation (page 145),  
however, does delete FAVORITE folder files.  
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.  
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4. Use [̆] and [̄] to change the setting, and  
Configuring Sound Settings  
then press [SET].  
You can configure different sounds to play whenever you  
turn on the camera, press the shutter button half-way or all  
the way, or perform a key operation.  
To do this:  
Select this setting:  
Sound 1 through Sound 5  
Off  
Select a built-in sound  
Turn off the sound  
To configure sound settings  
1. Press [MENU].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select Sounds, and  
then press [̈].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the sound whose  
setting you want to configure, and then press  
[̈].  
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To set the volume level  
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  
1. Press [MENU].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select Sounds, and  
then press [̈].  
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.  
]
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Volume.  
1. Press [MENU].  
4. Use [̇] and [̈] to specify the volume setting  
you want, and then press [SET].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select Startup, and  
then press [̈].  
You can set the volume in the range of 0 (no sound)  
to 7 (loudest).  
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].  
To do this:  
Select this setting:  
Use the currently displayed image  
as the startup screen image  
On  
Off  
Disable the startup screen  
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IMPORTANT!  
Configuring Power Down Image Settings  
You can select any one of the following types of  
image as the startup image.  
The cameras built-in image  
With the power down image feature, you can configure the  
camera so a specific snapshot or movie stored in camera  
image memory appears whenever you turn off power.  
A snapshot  
The image only of an audio snapshot  
A movie whose file size is less than the amount of  
unused built-in memory still available  
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 cameras standard  
image memory.  
1. Use the USB cable to connect the camera to  
your computer (page 160).  
2. Move the image data that you want to use for  
the power down image to the top (root) Folder  
of the cameras built-in Flash memory.  
The file name extension will not be displayed if your  
computer is configured to hide file name extensions.  
The startup image is deleted if you format built-in  
memory (page 145).  
If you store an audio snapshot to startup image  
memory, the images audio is not played when the  
image is displayed at startup.  
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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NOTE  
3. Change the name of the file to one of the  
following.  
To disable display of the power down image, change  
the name of the current power down image from  
ENDING.JPG or ENDING.AVI to something else. Or  
you can delete the current power down image from  
flash memory.  
Snapshot Image: ENDING.JPG  
Movie Image: ENDING.AVI  
You do not need to input the file name extension  
(JPG or AVI) if your computer is configured to hide  
file name extensions.  
File Name: ENDING  
Now when you turn off the camera, the power down  
image you specified above will appear on the monitor  
screen.  
IMPORTANT!  
Formatting the cameras flash memory deletes the  
power down image (page 145).  
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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Specifying the File Name Serial Number  
Generation Method  
Use the following procedure to specify the method for  
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.  
You can configure up to three alarms, named Alarm 1,  
Alarm 2, and Alarm 3.  
generating the serial number used for file names (page 127).  
1. Press [MENU].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select File No., and  
then press [̈].  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to change the setting, and  
2. Select the PLAYtab, select Alarm, and  
then press [̈].  
then press [SET].  
To do this for a newly saved file:  
Select this setting:  
Continue  
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  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the alarm (1, 2, or 3)  
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.  
Find the highest file number in the  
current folder and increment it  
Reset  
You can set an alarm time and configure the alarm to  
sound only once (Once) or at the same time  
everyday (Daily). You can also turn the alarm on or  
off.  
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5. Press [DISP].  
NOTE  
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.  
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].  
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  
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4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select City, and then  
press [̈].  
Setting the Clock  
Use the procedures in this section to select a Home Time  
Zone, and to change its date and time settings. If you want  
to change the time and date setting only without changing  
the Home Time Zone, perform the procedure under To set  
the current time and date(page 140) only.  
5. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to select the  
geographical area that contains location you  
want to select as your Home Time zone, and  
then press [SET].  
IMPORTANT!  
6. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the city you want,  
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.  
and then press [SET].  
7. After selecting the city you want, press [SET]  
to register its zone as your Home Time zone.  
To select your Home Time zone  
1. Press [MENU].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, 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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To set the current time and date  
Changing the Date Format  
You can select from among three different formats for  
display of the date.  
1. Press [MENU].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select Adjust, and  
then press [̈].  
1. Press [MENU].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select Date Style,  
and then press [̈].  
3. Set the current date and the time.  
To do this:  
Do this:  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to change the setting, and  
Change the setting at the current  
cursor location  
Press [̆] or [̄].  
then press [SET].  
Move the cursor between settings Press [̇] or [̈].  
Example: December 24, 2004  
Toggle between 12-hour and 24-  
hour timekeeping  
Press [DISP].  
To display the date like this:  
04/12/24  
Select this format:  
YY/MM/DD  
24/12/04  
DD/MM/YY  
4. When all the settings are the way you want,  
press [SET] to register them and exit the  
setting screen.  
12/24/04  
MM/DD/YY  
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To configure World Time settings  
Using World Time  
You can use the World Time screen to select a time zone  
and instantly change the time setting of the cameras clock  
when you go on a trip, etc. World Time lets you select one  
of 162 cities in 32 time zones.  
1. Press [MENU].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select World Time,  
and then press [̈].  
To display the World Time screen  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select World, and then  
press [̈].  
1. Press [MENU].  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select City, and then  
press [̈].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select World Time,  
and then press [̈].  
To configure the summer  
time setting, select  
DST, and then select  
either Onor Off.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select World.  
To do this:  
Select this:  
Home  
Display the time in your home time zone  
Summer time is used in some geographical areas to  
advance the current time setting by one hour during  
the summer months.  
Display the time in the zone currently  
selected on the World Time screen  
World  
Use of summer time depends on the local customs  
and laws.  
4. Press [SET] to exit the setting screen.  
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5. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and  
[̈] to select the  
Changing the Display Language  
You can use the following procedure to select one of ten  
languages as the display language.  
geographical area you  
want, and then press  
[SET].  
1. Press [MENU].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select Language,  
and then press [̈].  
6. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the city you want,  
and then press [SET].  
3. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to change the  
7. When the setting is the way you want, press  
[SET] to apply it and exit the setting screen.  
setting, and then press [SET].  
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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).  
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.  
PTP (PictBridge) simplifies the transfer of image data  
to the connected device.  
1. Press [MENU].  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select USB, and  
then press [̈].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
When connecting to this type of  
Select this setting:  
device:  
Computer or USB DIRECT-  
PRINT-compatible printer (page  
156)  
Mass Storage (USB  
DIRECT-PRINT)  
PictBridge-compatible printer  
(page 156)  
PTP (PictBridge)*  
* PTPstands for Picture Transfer Protocol.  
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To configure this operation:  
Power turns on when [ ] (REC) or  
] (PLAY) is pressed (but does not Power On  
Select this setting:  
Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY)  
Power On/Off Functions  
You can use the following procedures to configure the [  
[
]
turn off)  
(REC) and [  
] (PLAY) so power turns and/or off  
Power turns on or off when [  
]
whenever they are pressed.  
Power On/Off  
Disable  
(REC) or [  
Power does not turn on or off when  
] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) is  
pressed  
] (PLAY) is pressed  
1. Press [MENU].  
[
2. Select the Set Uptab, select REC/PLAY,  
and then press [̈].  
IMPORTANT!  
When Power On/Offis selected, pressing [  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
]
want, and then press [SET].  
(REC) in a REC mode or [  
mode turns off the camera.  
] (PLAY) in the PLAY  
Pressing [  
the currently selected recording mode, and pressing  
] (PLAY) in a REC mode switches to the PLAY  
mode.  
] (REC) in the PLAY mode switches to  
[
NOTE  
The initial default setting is Power On.  
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4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Format, and then  
Formatting Built-in Memory  
press [SET].  
Formatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it.  
To exit the format operation without formatting,  
select Cancel.  
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 the following.  
Protected images  
FAVORITE folder images  
BESTSHOT mode user setups  
Startup screen image  
Power down image  
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 148).  
2. Press [MENU].  
3. Select the Set Uptab, select Format, and  
then press [̈].  
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You can expand the storage  
IMPORTANT!  
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  
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.  
memory to a memory card and from  
a memory card to flash memory.  
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.  
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.  
Electrostatic charge, digital noise, and other  
phenomena can cause data to become corrupted or  
even lost. Always maintain backup copies of  
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. Slide the card all  
the way in until you hear it  
click securely into place.  
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. Slide the battery cover in  
the direction indicated by  
the arrow, and then swing it  
open.  
Front  
Back  
3. Swing the battery cover  
closed, and then slide it in  
the direction indicated by  
the arrow.  
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To remove a memory card from the  
camera  
Formatting a Memory Card  
Formatting a memory card deletes any data already stored  
on it.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Formatting a memory card that contains files deletes  
all the files, even those that are protected (page  
128).  
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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I To format a memory card  
I 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.  
1. Load the memory card into the camera.  
2. Turn on the camera, and press [MENU].  
3. Select the Set Uptab, select Format, and  
then press [̈].  
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.  
As you record data to and delete data from an SD  
memory card a number of times, it loses its ability to  
retain data. Because of this, periodic re-formatting of an  
SD memory card is recommended.  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Format, and then  
press [SET].  
To exit the format operation without formatting,  
select Cancel.  
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.  
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4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Built-in  
Card,  
Copying Files  
and then press [SET].  
Use the procedures below to copy files between built-in  
memory and a memory card.  
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.  
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 its 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 PLAYtab,  
select Copy, and  
then press [̈].  
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NOTE  
To copy a specific file from a memory  
card to built-in memory  
Files are copied to the folder in built-in memory  
whose name has the largest number.  
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.  
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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.  
I Printing Directly on a Printer Equipped with  
a Card Slot, or a Printer that Supports USB  
DIRECT-PRINT or PictBridge  
After using the cameras DPOF feature to specify the  
images you want to print and how many copies of each  
should be printed, 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 153) and Using  
PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT(page 156).  
I Professional Print Service  
The cameras DPOF feature lets you specify which images  
you want to print and how many copies of each you want.  
For more information, see DPOF(page 153).  
NOTE  
Certain print service providers may not support  
DPOF or may support different printing protocols. In  
this case, use the protocol supported by your print  
service to specify the images you want to have  
printed.  
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I Printing with a Computer  
Windows Users  
DPOF  
The letters DPOFstand for Digital Print  
Order Format, which is a format for  
The camera comes bundled with Photo Loader and  
Photohands applications (page 184), which can be installed  
on a Windows computer for image transfer, management,  
and printing. For more information, see Viewing Images on  
a Computer(page 160) and Installing the Software from  
the CD-ROM(page 183).  
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.  
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  
160) and Installing the Software from the CD-ROM(page  
183).  
With this camera, you can select images by viewing them  
on the monitor screen without needing to remember file  
names, their locations in memory, etc.  
I DPOF Settings  
File Name,  
number of copies,  
date  
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5. Use [̆] and [̄] to specify the number of  
To configure print settings for a single  
image  
copies.  
You can specify up to 99 for the number of copies.  
Specify 00 if you do not want to have the image  
printed.  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the PLAYtab,  
select DPOF, and  
then press [̈].  
6. To turn on date stamping for the prints, press  
12  
1
[DISP] so  
is displayed.  
12  
1
indicates that date stamping is turned on.  
To turn off date stamping for the prints, press [DISP]  
12  
1
so  
is not displayed.  
Repeat steps 4 through 6 if you want to configure  
other images for printing.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Select images,  
and then press [̈].  
7. After all the settings are the way you want,  
press [SET] to apply them.  
4. Use [̇] and [̈] to  
display the image you  
want.  
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5. To turn on date stamping for the prints, press  
To configure print settings for all images  
12  
1
[DISP] so  
is displayed.  
12  
1
indicates that date stamping is turned on.  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
To turn off date stamping for the prints, press [DISP]  
so  
12  
1
2. Select the PLAYtab, select DPOF, and  
then press [̈].  
is not displayed.  
6. After all the settings are the way you want,  
press [SET] to apply them.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select All images, and  
then press [̈].  
IMPORTANT!  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
specify the number of  
copies.  
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.  
You can specify up to 99  
for the number of copies.  
Specify 00 if you do not  
want to have the image  
printed.  
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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1. Press [MENU].  
Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT  
2. Select the Set Uptab, select USB, and  
then press [̈].  
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 153) also lets you specify  
which images you want to print and  
how many copies of each should be  
printed.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
When connecting to this type of  
Select this setting:  
device:  
Computer or USB DIRECT-  
PRINT-compatible printer  
Mass Storage (USB  
DIRECT-PRINT)  
PictBridge-compatible printer  
PTP (PictBridge)  
PictBridge is a standard  
established by the Camera and  
Imaging Products Association  
(CIPA).  
USB DIRECT-PRINT is a  
standard proposed by Seiko  
Epson Corporation.  
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  
8. Press the USB  
camera to connect the USB cradle to a printer.  
cradles [USB] button.  
This displays the print  
menu on the cameras  
monitor screen.  
USB  
9. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Paper Size, and  
then press [̈].  
Also, connect the AC adaptor to the USB cradle and  
plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet.  
10. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the paper size you  
want to use for printing, and then press [SET].  
If you are using battery power without the AC  
adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.  
The following are the print sizes that are available.  
×
3.5˝ 5˝  
×
×
5˝ 7˝  
4˝ 6˝  
5. Set the camera on the USB cradle.  
6. Turn on the printer.  
A4  
8.5˝ 11˝  
×
By Printer  
7. Load paper for printing the images into the  
printer.  
Selecting By Printerprints using the paper size  
selected on the printer.  
Available paper size settings depend on the  
connected printer. For full details, see the  
instructions that come with your printer.  
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11. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
specify the print option  
you want.  
13. After you are finished printing, press the USB  
cradles [USB] button, and then turn off the  
camera.  
To print a single image:  
Select 1 Imageand then  
press [SET]. Next, use  
[̇] and [̈] to select the  
image you want to print.  
I 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.  
To print all images: Select DPOF, and then press  
[SET].  
You can toggle date stamping of the image on and  
off by pressing [DISP]. The  
date stamping is turned on.  
12  
1
icon indicates that  
12. 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.  
If you selected 1 Imagein step 11, you can select  
another image for printing and then repeat this step  
to print.  
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PRINT Image Matching III  
Exif Print  
Images include PRINT Image Matching  
III data (mode setting and other camera  
setup information). A printer that  
supports PRINT Image Matching III  
reads this data and adjusts the printed  
image accordingly, so your images  
come out just the way you intended  
when you recorded them.  
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.  
* Seiko Epson Corporation holds the  
copyright for PRINT Image Matching and  
PRINT Image Matching III.  
IMPORTANT!  
Information about the availability of Exif Print  
compatible printer models can be obtained from each  
printer manufacturer.  
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After using the USB cradle to establish a USB connection  
Using the Camera with a Windows  
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 166).  
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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IMPORTANT!  
1. What you should do first depends on whether  
your computer is running under Windows 98,  
Me, 2000, or XP.  
Low battery power can cause the camera to power  
down suddenly during data communication. Use of  
the special AC adaptor is recommended to power the  
camera during data communication.  
I Windows 98/Me/2000 Users  
If you are using battery power without the AC  
adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.  
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.  
Start from step 2 to install the USB driver.  
Note that the example installation presented here  
uses Windows 98.  
I Windows XP Users  
Installation of the USB driver is not required, so jump  
directly to step 6.  
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.  
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].  
USB driver installation is not required in the case of  
Windows XP.  
This starts installation.  
The following steps show installation under the  
English version of Windows.  
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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.  
Note that you should leave the bundled CD-ROM in  
your computers CD-ROM drive when you restart.  
[DC IN 5.3V]  
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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7. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled  
with the camera to the USB cradle and your  
computers USB port.  
8. Press the cameras power button to turn it on,  
and then press its [MENU] button.  
9. Select the Set Uptab, select USB, and  
then press [̈].  
USB cable  
(bundled)  
Connector B  
USB port  
10. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Mass Storage (USB  
DIRECT-PRINT), and then press [SET].  
Connector A  
11. Turn off the camera.  
12. Place the camera onto the USB cradle.  
Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it  
is turned on.  
[USB]  
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.  
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13. Press the USB cradles [USB] button.  
14. On your computer, double-click My  
Computer.  
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.  
If you are running Windows XP, click [Start] and then  
[My Computer].  
15. Double-click Removable Disk.  
Your computer sees the cameras file memory as a  
Pressing the [USB] button enters the USB mode,  
which causes the USB cradles [USB] lamp to light  
green (page 197).  
removable disk.  
16. Double-click the Dcimfolder.  
At this point, some operating systems will display a  
Removable Diskdialog box. If your operating  
system does, close the dialog box.  
17. Double-click the folder that contains the  
image you want.  
18. Double-click the file that contains the image  
you want to view.  
For information about file names, see Memory  
Folder Structureon page 172.  
19. Depending on your operating system, perform  
one of the following procedures to save the  
files, if you want.  
[USB] button  
[USB] lamp  
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I Windows 98, 2000, Me  
IMPORTANT!  
1. In the cameras file memory (Removable Disk), right-  
click the Dcimfolder.  
Never use your computer to edit, delete, move, or  
rename images stored in the cameras 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 large error in the number of images  
value displayed by the camera. Always copy images  
to your computer before performing any edit, delete,  
move, or rename operation.  
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 Dcimfolder (which contains the  
image files) to your My Documentsfolder.  
I Windows XP  
20. Depending on the version of Windows you are  
running, use one of the following procedures  
to terminate the USB connection.  
1. In the cameras file memory (Removable Disk), right-  
click the Dcimfolder.  
2. On the shortcut menu that appears, click [Copy].  
3. Click [Start] and then [My Documents].  
I 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.  
4. On the My Documents [Edit] menu, click [Paste].  
This copies the Dcimfolder (which contains the  
image files) to your My Documentsfolder.  
I 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.  
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I USB Connection Precautions  
Using the Camera with a Macintosh  
Computer  
The following are the general steps for viewing and copying  
files from a Macintosh.  
Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer  
screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to  
burn inon 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.  
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.  
IMPORTANT!  
This camera does not support operation on 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 10.3), 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.  
[DC IN 5.3V]  
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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2. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled  
with the camera to the USB cradle and your  
computers USB port.  
3. Press the cameras power button to turn it on,  
and then press its [MENU] button.  
4. Select the Set Uptab, select USB, and  
then press [̈].  
USB cable  
(bundled)  
Connector B  
USB port  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Mass Storage (USB  
DIRECT-PRINT), and then press [SET].  
Connector A  
6. Turn off the camera.  
7. Place the camera onto the USB cradle.  
Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it  
is turned on.  
[USB]  
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.  
[USB] button  
[USB] lamp  
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8. Press the USB cradles [USB] button.  
12. To copy all the files in file memory to your  
Macintosh hard disk, drag the DCIMfolder  
to the folder to which you want to copy it.  
Pressing the [USB] button enters the USB mode,  
which causes the USB cradles [USB] lamp to light  
green (page 197).  
IMPORTANT!  
Never use your computer to edit, delete, move, or  
rename images stored in the cameras 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 large error in the number of images  
value displayed by the camera. Always copy images  
to your computer before performing any edit, delete,  
move, or rename operation.  
9. 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.  
10. Double-click the drive icon for the cameras  
file memory, the DCIMfolder, and then the  
folder that contains the image you want.  
13. To terminate the USB connection, drag the  
drive icon that represents the camera to  
Trash.  
11. Double-click the file that contains the image  
you want to view.  
14. Press the USB cradles [USB] button. After  
making sure the [USB] lamp is not lit, remove  
the camera from the USB cradle.  
For information about file names, see Memory  
Folder Structureon page 172.  
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I USB Connection Precautions  
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.  
Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer  
screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to  
burn inon 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.  
View images in album format  
.... See Using the Album Featureon page 175.  
Print images in album format  
.... See Using the Album Featureon page 175.  
Automatically transfer images to your computer and  
manage images  
.... See Installing the Software from the CD-ROMon  
page 183 for information about installing Photo  
Loader.  
Retouch images  
.... See Installing the Software from the CD-ROMon  
page 183 for information about installing Photohands.  
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Using a Commercially Available SD Memory Card  
Reader/Writer  
See the user documentation that comes with the SD  
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.  
memory card reader/writer for details about how to use it.  
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 adaptor (for an SD  
memory card or MMC). For full details, see the user  
documentation that comes with the PC card adaptor and  
your computer.  
Using a Commercially Available PC Card Reader/Writer  
and PC Card Adaptor (for an SD memory card or MMC)  
See the user documentation that comes with the PC card  
reader/writer and PC card adaptor for details about how to  
use them.  
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Memory Folder Structure  
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.  
I Folder Structure  
DCIM  
(DCIM Folder)  
100CASIO  
CIMG0001.JPG  
(Storage folder)  
(Image file)  
(Movie file)  
(Audio file)  
(Audio snapshot image file)  
(Audio snapshot audio file)  
CIMG0002.AVI  
CIMG0003.WAV  
CIMG0004.JPG  
CIMG0004.WAV  
DCF Protocol  
101CASIO  
102CASIO  
(Storage folder)  
(Storage folder)  
DCF devices (digital cameras, printers, etc.) can exchange  
images with each other. DCF protocol defines a format for  
image file data and the folder structure for file memory, so  
images can be viewed using another manufacturers DCF  
camera or printed on a DCF printer.  
ALBUM  
(Album folder)  
(Album HTML file)  
INDEX.HTM  
FAVORITE  
(FAVORITE folder)  
*
CIMG0001.JPG  
CIMG0002.JPG  
(Storage file)  
(Storage file)  
MISC  
AUTPRINT.MRK  
(DPOF file folder)  
(DPOF file)  
SCENE  
(BESTSHOT folder)  
*
UEZ55001.JPE  
UEZ55002.JPE  
(User setup file)  
(User setup file)  
* These folders are created in built-in memory only.  
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FAVORITE folder  
Folder that contains Favorites image files  
(Image Size: 320 240 pixels)  
I Folder and File Contents  
DCIM folder  
Folder that stores all of the digital camera files  
×
DPOF file folder  
Folder that contains DPOF files  
Storage folder  
Folder for storing files created by the digital camera  
BESTSHOT folder (Built-in memory only)  
Folder that contains BESTSHOT user setup files  
Image file  
File that contains an image recorded with the digital  
camera (File Name Extension: JPG)  
User setup files (Built-in memory only)  
Files that contain BESTSHOT user setups  
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)  
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I Built-in Memory and Memory Card  
Precautions  
Image Files Supported by the Camera  
Image files recorded with this camera  
DCF protocol image files  
Note that the folder named DCIMis 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  
DCIMfirst. The camera does not recognize any folder  
name other than DCIM.  
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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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.  
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 from the bundled CD-ROM.  
Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver 5.5 or later  
Using the Album Feature  
Creating an album  
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.  
IMPORTANT!  
Remember that creating an ALBUMfolder (page  
173) causes different size versions of each image to  
be created in memory. If there is an ALBUMfolder  
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 albumon page 183  
to delete the ALBUM folder.  
Album  
Index  
Info  
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IMPORTANT!  
I To create an album  
Never open the battery 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 Fullappears 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.  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the PLAYtab,  
select Create  
Album, and then  
press [̈].  
Pressing [SET] in step 3 of the above procedure  
creates an album regardless of whether auto album  
creation is turned on or off (page 179).  
Sample layout  
Images in the ALBUMfolder (page 173) cannot be  
viewed on the cameras monitor screen.  
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.  
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Selecting an Album Layout  
Configuring Detailed Album Settings  
You can select from among 10 different display layouts for  
an album.  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the PLAYtab, select Create  
Album, and then press [̈].  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the PLAYtab, select Create  
Album, and then press [̈].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Set Up, and then  
press [̈].  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Layout.  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select the item whose  
setting you want to  
change, and then press  
[̈].  
4. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the layout you want.  
When you select a layout, the corresponding layout  
sample appears on the right side of the screen.  
Details about each of the  
settings are provided in  
the following sections.  
IMPORTANT!  
The sample layout shows the arrangement of items  
and the background color only. It does not reflect any  
of the detailed album settings you configure in the  
following section.  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to change the setting, and  
then press [SET].  
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I Background Color  
I Image Use  
You can specify white, black, or gray as the color of the  
album background using the procedure under Configuring  
Detailed Album Settings.  
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  
I Album Type  
For this purpose:  
setting:  
There are two album types: Normaland Index/Info.  
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  
NormalType : This type of album displays images in  
accordance with the currently selected  
layout.  
View  
Index/InfoType : In addition to the normal album screen,  
this type of album also includes  
the thumbnails. Clicking a thumbnail  
displays a larger version for viewing or  
printing.  
thumbnails of images and detailed  
information about each image.  
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.  
WEB  
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.  
Print  
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NOTE  
I Auto Album Creation On/Off  
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.  
This setting controls whether an album is created  
automatically whenever you turn off the camera.  
To do this:  
Select this option:  
Turn on auto album creation On  
Turn off auto album creation Off  
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  
cover or remove the memory card while the green  
operation lamp is flashing.  
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4. If you created the album after selecting  
Index/Infoas the album type under  
Configuring Detailed Album Settingson  
page 177, you can click one of the following  
display options.  
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  
160, 171).  
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 Viewis selected for Use(page 178), you can  
double-click an image on your computer screen to  
display the full-size version.  
2. Open the built-in memory ALBUMfolder or  
the memory card ALBUMfolder, which is  
located inside the folder named DCIM.  
Index/Info Album Type  
3. Use your computers  
Web browser to open  
the file named  
INDEX.HTM.  
This displays a list of  
folders in built-in memory  
or on the memory card.  
Image  
File Name  
Album  
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The following describes the information that appears  
on the Info Screen.  
This Info Screen item:  
File Size  
Shows this:  
Image file size  
Resolution  
Resolution  
Quality  
Quality  
Recording mode  
AE  
Recording mode  
Exposure mode  
Metering mode  
Shutter speed  
Aperture stop  
EV shift  
Light metering  
Shutter speed  
Aperture stop  
Exposure comp  
Focusing mode  
AF Area  
Index  
Focusing mode  
Auto Focus area  
Flash mode  
Flash mode  
Sharpness  
Saturation  
Contrast  
Sharpness  
Saturation  
Contrast  
White balance  
Sensitivity  
Filter  
White balance  
Sensitivity  
Filter setting  
Info  
Enhancement  
Flash intensity  
Digital zoom  
World  
Enhancement setting  
Flash intensity  
Digital zoom setting  
Location  
Date  
Recording date and time  
Camera model name  
Model  
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NOTE  
Saving an Album  
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.  
To save an album, copy the DCIMfolder 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 ALBUMfolder, does not copy  
image data and other necessary files.  
After copying the DCIMfolder, 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 WEBselected for the Usesetting, the  
album shows only the smaller image files stored in the  
ALBUMfolder. Such images can be uploaded to the  
Internet more quickly.  
5. After you are finished viewing the album, exit  
your Web browser application.  
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To delete an album  
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.  
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].  
2. Select the PLAYtab, select Create Album,  
and then press [̈].  
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.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Delete, and then  
press [SET].  
This deletes the album and returns to the PLAY  
mode screen.  
USB Driver for Mass Storage (for Windows)  
This is the software that makes it possible for the camera  
to talkto your personal computer over a USB connection.  
If you are using Windows XP, do not install the USB driver  
from the CD-ROM. With Windows XP, 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)  
DirectX (for Windows)  
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.  
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.  
Adobe 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 file (PDF) on the bundled  
CASIO Digital Camera SoftwareCD-ROM for details  
about using Photo Loader.  
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 188 (Windows) and page 190 (Macintosh)  
of this manual for more information.  
Photohands (for Windows)  
Photohands includes retouching tools for adjusting image  
color, contrast, and brightness, for resizing images, and for  
changing image orientation. 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 SoftwareCD-ROM for details  
about using Photohands.  
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Macintosh  
Computer System Requirements  
Computer system requirements depend on each of the  
applications, as described below.  
Photo Loader  
9
OS  
Memory  
HD  
At least 32MB  
At least 3MB  
Windows  
USB Driver*1  
XP*2/2000/Me/  
Photo Loader  
Photohands  
USB connection is supported on a Macintosh running OS 9, 10.1,  
10.2 or 10.3. 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  
XP/2000/Me/98  
XP/2000/Me/98  
98  
Memory  
HD  
At least 16MB  
At least 7MB  
At least 64MB  
At least 10MB  
*1 In the case of Windows 2000, you need to install a data file that  
enables use of the operating systems standard USB driver. You  
do not need to 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.  
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IMPORTANT!  
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.  
For details about Windows minimum system  
requirements, see the Readmefile 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 readmefile 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).  
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,  
uninstall the old version and then 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  
Viewing the Contents of the Read me”  
File  
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.  
You should always read the Read mefile for any  
application before installing it. The Read mefile contains  
information you need to know when installing the  
application.  
The menu application may not start up automatically on  
some computers. If this happens, navigate to the CD-  
ROM and double-click menu.exeto launch the menu  
application.  
1. Click the Read mebutton for the application  
you are going to install.  
IMPORTANT!  
Selecting a Language  
Before upgrading or reinstalling Photo Loader, or  
before installing it onto another computer, be sure to  
read the Read mefile for information about  
retaining existing libraries.  
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.  
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Installing an Application  
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)  
1. Click the Installbutton for the application  
1. In the Manualarea, click the name of the  
you want to install.  
manual you want to read.  
2. Follow the instructions that appear on your  
computer screen.  
IMPORTANT!  
You need to have Adobe Reader installed on your  
computer to read user documentation files. If you do  
not already have Adobe Reader installed, you can  
install it from the bundled CD-ROM.  
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.  
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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.  
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.  
1. Click the Registerbutton.  
This starts up your Web browser and accesses the  
user registration website. Follow the instructions that  
appear on your computer screen to register.  
Installing Software  
Use the following procedures to install the software.  
Exiting the Menu Application  
1. On the menu screen, click Exitto exit the  
menu.  
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I To install Photo Loader  
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)  
To perform the following procedures, you must have Adobe  
Reader installed on your Macintosh. You can download the  
latest version of Adobe Reader by visiting the Adobe  
Systems website.  
1. Open the folder named Photo Loader.  
2. Open the folder named English, and then  
open the file named Important.  
I To view the camera users guide  
3. Open the folder named Installer, and then  
open the file named readme.  
1. On the CD-ROM, open the Manualfolder.  
4. Follow the instructions in the readmefile to  
2. Open the Digital Camerafolder, and then  
open the folder for the language whose users  
guide you want to view.  
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 Importantfile in the Photo Loaderfolder.  
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.  
3. Open the file named camera_xx.pdf.  
• “xxis the language code (Example: camera_e.pdf is  
for English.)  
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I To view the Photo Loader users guide  
1. On the CD-ROM, open the Manualfolder.  
2. Open the Photo Loaderfolder and then  
open the Englishfolder.  
3. Open PhotoLoader_english.  
I To register as a camera user  
Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following  
CASIO website to register:  
http://world.casio.com/qv/register/  
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Sharpness  
Saturation  
Contrast  
+2 / +1 / 0 / –1 / –2  
+2 / +1 / 0 / –1 / –2  
+2 / +1 / 0 / –1 / –2  
+2 / +1 / 0 / –1 / –2  
Auto / Off  
Menu Reference  
The following shows lists of menus that appear in REC  
modes and the PLAY mode, and their settings.  
• The settings that are underlined in the following table are  
initial defaults.  
Flash Intensity  
Flash Assist  
Grid  
On / Off  
Digital Zoom  
Review  
On / Off  
I REC Modes  
On / Off  
Icon Help  
L/R Key  
On / Off  
G REC Tab Menu  
REC Mode / EV shift / White Balance / ISO /  
Self-timer / Off  
REC Mode  
Snapshot /  
) /  
BESTSHOT /  
Voice  
Movie /  
(
+
Self-timer  
Size  
10 sec / 2 sec / X3 / Off  
×
×
2560 1920 / 2560 1712 (3:2) /  
×
×
×
2048 1536 / 1600 1200 / 1280 960 /  
×
640 480  
Quality  
Fine / Normal / Economy  
EV Shift  
–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  
White Balance  
Auto /  
(Daylight) /  
(Cloudy) /  
1
2
(Shade) /  
(Fluorescent 1) /  
(Fluorescent 2) /  
(Tungsten) / Manual  
ISO  
Auto / ISO 50 / ISO 100 / ISO 200 / ISO 400  
AF Area  
Auto PF  
Spot / Multi  
On / Off  
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G Memory Tab Menu  
G Set Up Tab Menu  
REC Mode  
Flash  
On / Off  
Sounds  
Startup / Half Shutter /Shutter / Operation /  
On / Off  
On / Off  
On / Off  
On / Off  
On / Off  
On / Off  
On / Off  
On / Off  
On / Off  
On / Off  
Volume  
Focus  
Startup  
On (Selectable image) / Off  
Continue / Reset  
White Balance  
ISO  
File No.  
World Time  
Home / World  
AF Area  
Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.)  
World Time setup (city, DST, etc.)  
YY/MM/DD / DD/MM/YY / MM/DD/YY  
Time setting  
Self-timer  
Flash Intensity  
Digital Zoom  
MF Position  
Zoom Position  
Date Style  
Adjust  
Language  
/ English / Français / Deutsch /  
Español / Italiano / Português /  
/
/
Sleep  
30 sec / 1 min / 2 min / Off  
2 min / 5 min  
Auto Power Off  
REC / PLAY  
USB  
Power On / Power On/Off / Disable  
Mass Storage (USB DIRECT- PRINT) /  
PTP (PictBridge)  
Format  
Reset  
Format / Cancel  
Reset / Cancel  
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G Set Up Tab Menu  
I PLAY Mode  
Sounds  
Startup / Half Shutter /Shutter / Operation /  
G PLAY Tab Menu  
Volume  
Slideshow  
Favorites  
DPOF  
Start / Images / Time / Interval / Cancel  
Show / Save / Cancel  
Startup  
On (Selectable image) / Off  
Continue / Reset  
File No.  
Select images / All images / Cancel  
On / All Files : On / Cancel  
Rotate / Cancel  
World Time  
Home / World  
Protect  
Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.)  
World Time setup (city, DST, etc.)  
YY/MM/DD / DD/MM/YY / MM/DD/YY  
Time setting  
Rotation  
Resize  
×
×
1280 960 / 640 480 / Cancel  
Date Style  
Adjust  
Trimming  
Dubbing  
Create Album  
Alarm  
Language  
/ English / Français / Deutsch /  
Español / Italiano / Português /  
/
Create / Delete / Layout / Set Up / Cancel  
Alarm setups  
/
Copy  
Built-in  
Card / Card  
Built-in / Cancel  
Sleep  
30 sec / 1 min / 2 min / Off  
2 min / 5 min  
Auto Power Off  
REC / PLAY  
USB  
Power On / Power On/Off / Disable  
Mass Storage (USB DIRECT- PRINT) /  
PTP (PictBridge)  
Format  
Reset  
Format / Cancel  
Reset / Cancel  
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I REC Modes  
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.  
Self-timer  
Lamp  
Operation Lamp  
Meaning  
Green  
Lit  
Red  
Red  
Operational (Power on, recording  
enabled)  
Green operation lamp  
Self-timer lamp  
Pattern 3  
Lit  
Flash is charging.  
Flash charging is complete.  
Auto Focus operation was successful.  
Cannot Auto Focus.  
Lit  
Pattern 3  
Lit  
Monitor screen is off.  
Storing image  
Pattern 2  
Storing movie data / processing  
image data  
Pattern 1  
Red operation lamp  
Self-timer countdown  
(10 to 3 seconds)  
Pattern 1  
Pattern 2  
* 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 countdown  
(3 to 0 seconds)  
Pattern 1  
Pattern 2  
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  
Lit  
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I PLAY Mode  
Self-timer  
Lamp  
Operation Lamp  
Meaning  
Low battery alert  
Self-timer  
Lamp  
Green  
Red  
Red  
Operation Lamp  
Meaning  
Pattern 3  
Green  
Lit  
Red  
Red  
Pattern 3  
Pattern 3  
Formatting card  
Powering down  
Operational (Power on, recording  
enabled)  
One of the following operations is  
being performed: delete, DPOF,  
image protect, copy, album creation,  
format, power 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.  
Pattern 3  
Memory card problem / Memory  
card is unformatted.  
Pattern 2  
Memory card is locked. / Cannot  
create folder. / Memory is full.  
Low battery alert  
Lit  
Pattern 3  
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I 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  
[CHARGE] lamp  
[USB] lamp  
Color Status  
Meaning  
Charging  
Color  
Red  
Status  
Lit  
Green  
Amber  
Red  
Lit  
Charging complete  
Charge standby  
Charge error  
Lit  
Flashing  
Green  
Lit  
USB connection  
Green Flashing Accessing memory  
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Troubleshooting Guide  
Symptom  
Possible Cause  
Action  
Power does not turn on.  
1) The battery is not oriented correctly.  
2) The battery is dead.  
1) Orient the battery correctly (page 29).  
2) Charge the battery (page 31). 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.  
Camera suddenly powers  
down.  
1) Auto Power Off activated (page 41).  
2) The battery is dead.  
1) Turn power back on.  
2) Charge the battery (page 31).  
Image is not recorded  
when the shutter button is  
pressed.  
1) The camera is in the PLAY mode.  
1) Press [  
selected recording 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.  
] (REC) to enter the currently  
2) Flash unit is being charged.  
3) Memory is full.  
Auto Focus does not focus  
properly  
1) The lens is dirty.  
1) Clean the lens.  
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  
53).  
2) Make sure the subject is centered in the focus  
frame when composing the image.  
3) Use manual focus (page 74).  
4) You are moving the camera.  
4) Mount the camera on a tripod.  
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Symptom  
Possible Cause  
Action  
The subject is out of focus  
in the recorded image.  
The image is not focused properly.  
When composing the image, make sure the  
subject on which you want to focus is located  
inside the focus frame.  
The flash does not fire.  
1) “  
” (flash off) is selected as the flash mode.  
1) Select a different flash mode (page 59).  
2) Charge the battery (page 31).  
2) The battery is dead.  
3) The camera is in the Movie mode.  
3) Select a different recording mode.  
4) A scene that selects  
(flash off) as the flash 4) Select a different flash mode (page 59) or  
mode is selected in the BESTSHOT mode.  
BESTSHOT scene (page 81).  
Charge the battery (page 31).  
Camera powers down  
during self-timer  
countdown.  
The battery is dead.  
Monitor screen image is  
out of focus.  
1) You are using the Manual Focus mode and  
have not focused the image.  
1) Focus the image (page 74).  
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  
)
2) Use Auto Focus for scenery and portrait shots.  
3) Use the Macro mode (  
) for close-ups.  
mode (  
) when shooting a close-up shot.  
Recorded images are not  
saved in memory.  
1) Camera powers down before the save  
operation is complete.  
2) Removing the memory card before the save  
operation is complete.  
1) When the battery indicator shows  
, charge  
the battery as soon as possible (page 31).  
2) Do not remove the memory card before the  
save operation is complete.  
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Symptom  
Possible Cause  
Action  
Color of the playback  
image is different from the  
image on the monitor  
screen during recording.  
Sunlight or light from another source is shining  
directly into the lens during recording.  
Position the camera so sunlight does not shine  
directly into the lens.  
Images are not displayed.  
A memory card with non-DCF images recorded  
with another camera is loaded in the camera.  
This camera cannot display non-DCF images  
recorded onto a memory card using another digital  
camera.  
All buttons and switches  
are disabled.  
Circuit problem caused by electrostatic charge,  
impact, etc. while the camera was connected to  
another device.  
Remove the battery from the camera, reinsert it,  
and then try again.  
Monitor screen is off.  
1) USB communication is in progress.  
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) The monitor screen is turned off (in a REC  
mode).  
2) Press [DISP] to turn on the monitor screen.  
Cannot transfer files over a  
USB connection.  
1) Camera is not set securely on the USB cradle.  
1) Check the connection between the camera and  
USB cradle.  
2) USB cable is not connected securely.  
3) USB driver is not installed.  
2) Check all connections.  
3) Install the USB driver on your computer (page  
160).  
4) Camera is turned off.  
4) Press the [USB] button on the USB cradle.  
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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 camera’s USB driver. For information about how to re-install the USB  
driver, see the USB driver’s “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.  
This message appears after you change the alarm  
setting.  
Check connections! You are trying to print on the printer over an  
incompatible USB connection.  
Battery is low.  
The battery is dead.  
File could not be  
saved because  
battery is low.  
The battery is dead, so the recorded image could  
not be saved.  
Cannot correct  
image!  
Keystone correction cannot be performed for some  
reason. The image will be stored as-is, without  
correction (page 90).  
Folder cannot be  
created.  
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 125).  
Can not find the file. The camera cannot find a image specified by the  
slideshow “Images” setting. Specify another image  
(page 117).  
LENS ERROR  
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.  
Cannot register any • You are attempting to save a BESTSHOT user  
more files.  
setup when the “SCENE” folder already contains  
999 setups (page 83).  
• You are attempting to copy a FAVORITE file  
when the “FAVORITE” folder already contains  
9999 files (page 129).  
Load paper!  
Memory Full  
The camera is in the Printer mode, and the printer  
is out of paper.  
Card ERROR  
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 148).  
Memory is full. If you want to record more files,  
delete files you no longer need (page 125).  
No Favorites file!  
Printing Error  
There is no FAVORITE file.  
IMPORTANT!  
One of the following problems occurred during  
printing.  
• Printer power off  
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.  
• Printer internal error  
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Record Error  
Image compression could not be performed during  
image data storage for some reason. Record the  
image again.  
This function cannot You attempted to copy files from built-in memory  
be used.  
to a memory card loaded in the camera while there  
is no memory card in the camera (page 150).  
Replenish ink!  
The camera is in the Printer mode, and the printer  
is running low on ink or is out of ink.  
This function is not The function you are trying to perform is not  
supported for this  
file.  
supported for the file on which you are trying to  
perform it.  
SYSTEM ERROR  
The card is locked.  
Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your  
retailer or a CASIO service center.  
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.  
There are no files in built-in memory or on the  
memory card.  
There are no printing There are no DPOF settings specifying images and  
images.  
the number of copies of each for printing.  
Set up DPOF.  
Configure the required DPOF settings (page 153).  
There is no image to You are trying to save an invalid image as a  
register.  
BESTSHOT user setup, or as an original startup  
image.  
This card is not  
formatted.  
The memory card loaded in the camera is not  
formatted. Format the memory card (page 148).  
This file cannot be  
played.  
The image file or audio file is corrupted, or is a type  
that cannot be displayed by this camera.  
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Approximate Memory Capacity and File sizes:  
Specifications  
• Snapshots  
Product ............................... Digital Camera  
Model .................................. EX-Z55  
File Size  
(pixels)  
Approximate  
Built-in flash  
SD Memory  
Quality  
Image File Size memory 9.3MB Card 64MB*  
×
2560 1920  
Fine  
Normal  
Economy  
Fine  
2.2MB  
1.8MB  
1.3MB  
2.0MB  
1.6MB  
1.1MB  
1.6MB  
1.2MB  
630KB  
1.05MB  
710KB  
370KB  
680KB  
460KB  
250KB  
190KB  
140KB  
90KB  
4 shots  
4 shots  
6 shots  
4 shots  
5 shots  
7 shots  
5 shots  
6 shots  
13 shots  
8 shots  
12 shots  
23 shots  
12 shots  
19 shots  
33 shots  
44 shots  
58 shots  
94 shots  
26 shots  
32 shots  
44 shots  
29 shots  
36 shots  
51 shots  
34 shots  
45 shots  
88 shots  
53 shots  
79 shots  
154 shots  
82 shots  
126 shots  
221 shots  
294 shots  
386 shots  
618 shots  
I Camera Functions  
×
2560 1712  
Image Files Format  
(3:2)  
Normal  
Economy  
Fine  
Snapshots ....................... JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2); DCF (Design rule  
for Camera File system) 1.0 standard;  
DPOF compliant  
Movies ............................. AVI (Motion JPEG)  
Audio ............................... WAV  
×
2048 1536  
Normal  
Economy  
Fine  
×
1600 1200  
Recording Media ............... 9.3MB built-in flash memory  
SD Memory Card  
(UXGA)  
Normal  
Economy  
Fine  
MultimediaCard  
×
1280 960  
(SXGA)  
Normal  
Economy  
Fine  
Image Size  
×
Snapshots ...................... 2560 1920 pixels  
×
×
2560 1712 (3:2)pixels  
640 480  
×
2048 1536 pixels  
(VGA)  
Normal  
Economy  
×
1600 1200 pixels  
×
×
×
1280  
640  
960 pixels  
480 pixels  
240 pixels  
* Based on Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. products.  
Capacity depends on card manufacturer.  
Movies ............................... 320  
* To determine the number of images that can be stored on a  
memory card of a different capacity, multiply the capacities in the  
table by the appropriate value.  
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• Movies (320 240 pixels)  
Exposure Control  
Light Metering ................. Multi-pattern by CCD  
Exposure ......................... Program AE  
Exposure Compensation ..... –2EV to +2EV (1/3EV units)  
Data Size  
300KB/second max.  
Delete .................................. Single-file, all files (with protection)  
Effective Pixels .................. 5.0 million  
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  
Imaging Element................ 1/2.5-inch square pixel color CCD  
(Total pixels: 5.25 million)  
Fireworks: 2 seconds (fixed)  
Lens/Focal Distance  
Lenses ............................. Six lenses in five groups, including an  
aspherical lens  
Aperture .............................. F2.6/4.3, auto switching  
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)  
White Balance .................... Automatic, fixed (6 modes), manual  
switching  
Sensitivity........................... ISO 50, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400,  
Auto  
Zoom ................................... 3X optical zoom; 4X digital zoom  
(12X in combination with optical zoom)  
Self-timer ............................ 10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-  
timer  
Focusing ............................. Contast-type Auto Focus with AF  
mode (Spot or Multi AF Area), Macro  
mode, Pan Focus, Infinity mode, focus  
lock, manual focus  
Built-in Flash  
Flash Modes.................... AUTO, ON, OFF, Red eye reduction  
Flash Range .................... Wide Angle Optical Zoom: 0.4 to 2.6  
meters (1.3´ to 8.5´)  
Approximate Focus Range (from lens surface)  
Normal ............................. 40cm to (1.3´ to )  
Macro .............................. 6cm to 50cm (2.4˝ to 19.7˝)  
Telephoto Optical Zoom: 0.4 to 2.0  
meters (1.3´ to 6.6´)  
(ISO Sensitivity: “Auto”)  
Recording Functions ........ Audio snapshot; 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  
I Power Requirements  
Power Requirements ........ Rechargeable lithium ion battery  
per image  
×
(NP-40)  
1
Voice Recording.............. Approximately 39 minutes with built-in  
memory  
After Recording ............... Approximately 30 seconds maximum  
per image  
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.  
Monitor Screen .................. 2.5-inch TFT color LCD  
×
115,200 pixels (480 240)  
Operation  
Number of Shots (CIPA Standerds)*1  
(Operating Time)  
Approximate Battery Life  
400 shots (200 minutes)  
Viewfinder .......................... Monitor screen and optical viewfinder  
Timekeeping Functions .... Built-in digital quartz clock  
Date and Time ................ Recorded with image data  
Auto Calendar ................. To 2049  
Number of Shots, Continuous  
Recording*2 (Operating Time)  
1070 shots (210 minutes)  
World Time ...................... City; Date; Time; Summer time;  
Continuous Snapshot Playback*3  
Continuous Voice Recording*4  
410 minutes  
380 minutes  
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 Standerd)  
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.  
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*2 Continuous Recording Conditions  
I Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-40)  
Rated Voltage .................... 3.7 V  
Temperature: 23°C (73°F)  
Monitor screen: On  
Flash: Off  
Image recorded every 12 seconds, alternating full wide-angle and full  
telephoto zoom  
Rated Capacitance ............ 1230 mAh  
Operating Temperature  
Range .................................. 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
*3 Continuous Snapshot Playback Conditions  
Temperature: 23°C (73°F)  
Scroll one image about every 10 seconds  
×
×
Dimensions ........................ 38.5(W) 38.0(H) 9.3(D) mm  
×
×
(1.53˝(W) 1.50˝(H) 0.37˝(D))  
*4 Voice recording times are based on continuous recording.  
Weight ................................. Approximately 34 g (1.2 oz)  
Power Consumption ......... 3.7V DC Approximately 2.9W  
×
×
Dimensions ........................ 87(W) 58(H) 22.5(D) mm  
×
×
(3.4˝(W) 2.3˝(H) 0.89˝(D))  
(excluding projections; 19.7mm (0.78˝)  
at thinnest part)  
I USB Cradle (CA-24)  
Input/Output Terminals .... Camera connector; USB port; AC  
adaptor terminal (DC IN 5.3V)  
Weight ................................. Approximately 130 g (4.6 oz)  
(excluding battery and accessories)  
Power Consumption ......... 5.3V DC Approximately 3.2W  
×
×
Bundled Accessories........ Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-  
40); USB cradle (CA-24); Special AC  
Dimensions ........................ 103(W) 32(H) 70(D) mm  
×
×
(4.1˝(W) 1.3˝(H) 2.8˝(D))  
(excluding projections)  
adaptor; AC power cord; USB cable;  
Strap; CD-ROM; Basic Reference  
Weight ................................. Approximately 71 g (2.5 oz)  
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Power Supply  
I Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type) (AD-C51G)  
Power Requirement .......... 100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 83 mA  
Output ................................. 5.3V DC, 650 mA  
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 44).  
×
×
Dimensions ........................ 78(W) 20(H) 39(D) mm  
×
×
(3.1˝(W) 0.8˝(H) 1.5˝(D))  
(excluding projections and cable)  
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).  
Weight ................................. Approximately 90 g (3.2 oz)  
Lens  
I Special AC Adaptor (Plug-in Type) (AD-C51J)  
Power Requirement .......... 100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 83mA  
Output ................................. 5.3V DC, 650mA  
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.  
×
×
Dimensions ........................ 48(W) 16(H) 69(D) mm  
×
×
(1.9˝(W) 0.6˝(H) 2.7˝(D))  
(excluding projections and cable)  
Weight ................................. Approximately 95 g (3.6 oz)  
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