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E Digital Camera EX-Z6/EX-Z7 User’s Guide K819PCM1DKX Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User ’s Guide. • Keep the User ’s Guide in a safe place for future reference.
INTRODUCTION 2 Unpacking Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
INTRODUCTION 3 Contents 2 INTRODUCTION Unpacking .................................................................... 2 Features ....................................................................... 9 Precautions ....................................
INTRODUCTION 4 50 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording an Image ................................................... 50 Aiming the Camera 50 Recording an Image 51 Using the easy Mode 55 Recording Precautions 57 Using Zoom ...................................
INTRODUCTION 5 Using the Histogram ................................................ 109 REC Mode Camera Settings .................................... 1 1 2 Assigning Functions to the [ 왗 ] and [ 왘.
INTRODUCTION 6 Protecting Files ........................................................ 155 T o protect a single file 155 T o protect all files in memory 156 Using the F A VORITE Folder .
INTRODUCTION 7 189 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 189 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 196 Using a Memory Card to T ransfer Images to a Computer ............................... 200 Memory Data .
INTRODUCTION 8 IMPORTANT! • The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this manual.
INTRODUCTION 9 Features • Effective Pixels EX-Z6: 6.0 million pixels (6.37 million total pixels) EX-Z7: 7.2 million pixels (7.41 million total pixels) • 2.5-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen • 8.3MB built-in memory Use built-in memory for testing the camera or to record images in emergencies when your memory card is full or unavailable.
INTRODUCTION 10 • Auto Macro (pages 76, 78) Auto Macro automatically switches to the macro mode when the distance between the camera and subject it shorter than the Auto Focus range.
INTRODUCTION 11 • Color Correction (page 131) Simply record the image of an old photograph to restore its colors. • MOTION PRINT (page 138) Capture frames from a movie and create still images that are suitable for printing. • Calendar screen (page 140) A simple operation displays a full-month calendar on the camera’s monitor screen.
INTRODUCTION 12 Precautions ■ General Precautions Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the EX-Z6/EX-Z7. All references in this manual to “camera” refer to the CASIO EX-Z6/EX-Z7 Digital Camera. • Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while operating a motor vehicle or while walking.
INTRODUCTION 13 • 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.
INTRODUCTION 14 ■ 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.
INTRODUCTION 15 ■ Condensation • When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature, there is the possibility that condensation can form on the exterior or on interior components.
INTRODUCTION 16 ■ Caring for your camera • 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.
QUICK START GUIDE 17 QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! [CHARGE] lamp lights red during charging. [CHARGE] lamp goes out when charging is complete. T -+ 2 1 1. Charge the rechargeable litium ion battery (NP-20) that comes with the camera (page 31).
QUICK START GUIDE 18 1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Use [ 왖 ], [ 왔 ], [ 왗 ], and [ 왘 ] to select the language you want. 3. Press [SET] to register the language setting. 4. Use [ 왖 ], [ 왔 ], [ 왗 ], and [ 왘 ] to select the geographical area you want, and then press [SET].
QUICK START GUIDE 19 To record an image See page 50 for details. 1. Press [ ] (REC). • This enters the REC (recording) mode. 2. Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor screen to compose the image, and then press the shutter button half way.
QUICK START GUIDE 20 1. Press [ ] (PLAY). 2. Press [ 왔 ] ( ). 3. Use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to display the image you want to delete. 4. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “Delete”. • To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select “ Cancel ” .
GETTING READY 21 GETTING READY This term as used in this manual: “ camera ” “ file memory ” “ battery ” “ digital noise ” Means this: The CASIO EX-Z6/EX-Z7 Digital Camera The location .
GETTING READY 22 ■ File Memory The term “ file memory ” in this manual is a general term that refers to the location where your camera is currently storing the images you record.
GETTING READY 23 ■ Back 7 Operation lamp 8 Zoom button 9 Strap ring 0 [ ] (PLAY mode) button A [ ] (REC mode) button B [ 왖 ][ 왔 ][ 왗 ][ 왘 ] C [SET] button D [BS] (BEST SHOT) button E [MENU] .
GETTING READY 24 1 2 3 Lithium Ion Battery Charger 1 [CHARGE] lamp 2 Contacts 3 AC jack.
GETTING READY 25 Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera ’ s 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.
GETTING READY 26 NOTE • An out of range aperture, shutter speed, or ISO sensitivity setting causes the corresponding monitor screen value to turn amber. • Changing the setting of any one of the following functions will cause Icon Help (page 114) text to appear on the monitor screen.
GETTING READY 27 PLAY Mode 1 PLAY mode file type Snapshot Movie Audio Snapshot Voice Recording 2 Image protection indicator (page 155) 3 Folder name/File name (page 154) Example : When a file named CIMG0023.
GETTING READY 28 IMPORTANT! • Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different digital camera model.
GETTING READY 29 Indicators on Histogram/Details on Indicators off ■ PLAY Mode Indicators off Indicators on Histogram on Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of [ 왖 ] (DISP) changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below.
GETTING READY 30 IMPORTANT! • Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when using the camera to protect against accidentally dropping it. • The supplied strap is intended for use with this camera only. Do not use it for any other purpose. • Never swing the camera around by the strap.
GETTING READY 31 Power Requirements Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-20). The battery is not fully charged when you use the camera for the first time after purchasing it. You need to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time.
GETTING READY 32 2. Plug the battery charger into a household power outlet. • This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to turn red. • Charging will take about 90 minutes. [CHARGE] lamp AC power cord Battery Charger NOTE • The bundled battery charger is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V AC, 50/60Hz.
GETTING READY 33 3. The [CHARGE] lamp goes out when charging is complete. 4. After charging is complete, unplug the battery charger from the power outlet, and remove the battery from it. • Always unplug the battery charger from the power outlet and remove the battery whenever you are not charging.
GETTING READY 34 To load the battery 1. Slide the battery cover on the bottom of the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then swing it open.
GETTING READY 35 3. Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow. IMPORTANT! • Use only the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported.
GETTING READY 36 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 .
GETTING READY 37 To replace 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 3. Release the stopper and pull the battery from the camera.
GETTING READY 38 Power Supply Precautions Note the following precautions when handling or using the battery and the charger. ■ Battery Handling Precautions ● SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Be sure to read the following Safety Precautions before using the battery for the first time.
GETTING READY 39 ● PRECAUTIONS DURING USE • This lithium ion battery is intended for use with a CASIO Digital Camera only. For details about the camera models that this battery can be wed with, see the user documentation that comes with your camera.
GETTING READY 40 ● BATTERY STORAGE 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.
GETTING READY 41 Turning the Camera On and Off ■ To turn on the camera Press the power button, [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY). The operation lamp will light green momentarily, and then power will turn on. The mode the camera enters depends on which button you pressed to turn it on.
GETTING READY 42 ■ To turn off the camera Press the power button to turn off the camera. NOTE • You can setup the camera so it does not turn on when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY), or to turn off when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY). For details, see “ Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Power On/Off Functions ” on page 169.
GETTING READY 43 To configure this feature: Select this setting: Sleep Sleep Auto Power Off Auto Power Off 5. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to change the currently selected setting, and then press [SET]. • Available Sleep settings are: “ 30 sec ” , “ 1 min ” , “ 2 min ” , and “ Off ” .
GETTING READY 44 Using the On-screen Menus Pressing [MENU] displays menus on the monitor screen that you can use to perform various operations. The menu that appears depends on whether you are in the REC mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example menu procedure in the REC mode.
GETTING READY 45 ● Menu Screen Operations When you want to do this: Move between tabs Move from the tab to the settings Move from the settings to the tab Move between the settings Display the option.
GETTING READY 46 6. Perform one of the following operations to apply the setting you configured. * In the case of easy Mode (page 55), pressing [ 왗 ] will apply the setting and exit the setting screen without returning to feature selection in step 4.
GETTING READY 47 • A built-in backup battery retains the date and time settings of the camera for about 30 hours 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.
GETTING READY 48 3. Use [ 왖 ], [ 왔 ], [ 왗 ], and [ 왘 ] to select the geographical area where you live, and then press [SET]. 4. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select the name of the city where you live, and then press [SET]. 5. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select the summer time (DST) setting you want, and then press [SET].
GETTING READY 49 8. Press [SET] to register the settings and exit the setting screen. To do this: Change the setting at the current cursor location Move the cursor between settings Toggle between 12-hour and 24- hour timekeeping Do this: Press [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ].
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 50 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING This section describes the basic procedure for recording an image. Recording an Image Aiming the Camera Use both hands to hold the camera still when shooting an image. Holding the camera with one hand increases the chance of movement, which can blur your images.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 51 Recording an Image Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed in accordance with the brightness of the subject. Images you record are stored in the camera ’ s built-in memory, or to a memory card if you have one loaded in the camera.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 52 2. 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 74). 3 N 06 06 / 12 12 / 24 24 12 12 : 38 38 7 1. Press the power button or [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 53 It means this: The image is in focus. The image is not in focus. When you see this: Green focus frame Green operation lamp Red focus frame Flashing green operation lamp ● Operation Lamp and Focus Frame Operation • The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera ’ s status.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 54 IMPORTANT! • If you press the shutter button all the way without waiting for Auto Focus while Quick Shutter is turned on (page 76), the camera will record the image using a high-speed focus operation that is much faster than normal Auto Focus.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 55 Using the easy Mode The easy mode eliminates troublesome setups. This mode is recommended for those who are new to digital imaging. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU] . 2. Use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to select the “ REC ” tab. 3.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 56 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. ■ Using the easy Menu The easy menu contains flash, self-timer, and image size settings, plus an item for exiting the easy mode.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 57 Recording Precautions ■ Recording Precautions • Never open the battery cover while the operation lamp is flashing green. 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.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 58 ■ About Auto Focus • Proper focus may be difficult or even impossible when shooting the following types of subjects. — Solid color walls or subjects with little contrast.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 59 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.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 60 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).
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 61 ■ To record an image using digital zoom 1. In the REC mode, hold down the telephoto ( ) side of the zoom button. • This causes the zoom indicator to appear on the display. 2. When the zoom pointer reaches the optical/ digital zoom switch over point, it will stop.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 62 ■ To turn digital zoom on and off 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to select the “ REC ” tab. 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Digital Zoom ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. 4. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 63 To do this: Have the flash fire automatically when required (Auto Flash) * Turn off the flash (Flash Off) Always fire the flash (Flash On) Always use soft flash, regardless of.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 64 ■ Flash On Select (Flash On) as the flash mode when backlighting causes your subject to appear dark, even though there is enough light to keep the flash from firing automatically. This will cause the flash to fire and illuminate your subject whenever you press the shutter button (daylight synchro flash).
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 65 Flash Unit Status You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing the shutter button half way and checking the monitor screen and operation lamp. * Operation lamp IMPORTANT! Note the following important points when using red- eye reduction.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 66 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to select the “ Quality ” tab. 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Flash Assist ” , and then press [ 왘 ].
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 67 ■ Flash Precautions • Take care that your fingers do not block the flash when you hold the camera. Covering the flash with your finger can greatly reduce its effectiveness. • You may not be able to achieve the desired results using the flash if the subject is too close or too far away.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 68 Using the Self-timer The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10- second delay of the shutter release after you press the shutter button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record three images.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 69 1. The camera performs a 10-second countdown and then records the first image. 2. The camera prepares to record the next image.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 70 NOTE • The “ 2 sec ” self-timer setting is best when shooting with a slow shutter speed, because it helps to avoid blurring of images due to hand movement. • The following functions are not available for use in combination with the Triple Self-timer.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 71 Specifying Image Size “ Image size ” is the size of the image, expressed as the number of vertical and horizontal pixels. A “ pixel ” is one of the many tiny dots that make up the image.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 72 • 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 resolution or when you plan to produce a larger size print.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 73 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 26, 247).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 74 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Focus Mode You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto Focus, Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity, and Manual Focus. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ REC ” tab, select “ Focus ” , and then press [ 왘 ].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 75 ISO50 ISO50 F3.1 F3.1 1 / 1000 1000 Using Auto Focus 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.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 76 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 78).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 77 ■ Specifying the Auto Focus Area You can use the following procedure to change the Auto Focus area used in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro mode. Note that the configuration of the focus frame changes in accordance with the Auto Focus area you select.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 78 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: 10cm to 50cm (3.9 ˝ to 19.7 ˝ ) • Using optical zoom causes the above range to change.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 79 Using Pan Focus Pan Focus comes in handy when recording under conditions where Auto Focus is difficult for some reason, or in cases where Auto Focus operation noise is too noticeable in the movie audio. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 80 • Using optical zoom causes the above range to change. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ REC ” tab, select “ Focus ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ ” , and then press [SET].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 81 ISO50 ISO50 F3.1 F3.1 1 / 1000 1000 6. Press the shutter button to record the image. NOTE • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 59) while recording with manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 82 ISO50 ISO50 F3.1 F3.1 1 / 1000 1000 2. Keeping the shutter button pressed half way down, re- compose the image as you like. 3. When the image is composed the way you want, press the shutter button the rest of the way to record it.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 83 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to change the exposure compensation value, and then press [SET]. • Pressing [SET] registers the displayed value. [ 왖 ] : Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light-colored subjects and backlight subjects.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 84 Adjusting White Balance 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.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 85 NOTE • When “ Auto ” is 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.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 86 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] 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 previous manual white balance setting operation, skip step 4 and perform step 5.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 87 Using Continuous Shutter In addition to normal recording that records a single image each time the shutter button is pressed, you can select one of the three continuous shutter modes to record multiple images. • Normal-speed continuous shutter You can continually record images until memory becomes full.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 88 Normal-speed continuous shutter Holding down the shutter button continuously records images, as long as there is memory available to store them. Release the shutter button to stop recording. • You can select the flash mode you want with normal- speed continuous shutter (page 63).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 89 Using the BEST SHOT Mode Selecting one of the BEST SHOT sample scenes automatically sets up the camera for recording a similar type of image.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 90 2. Use [ 왖 ], [ 왔 ], [ 왗 ], and [ 왘 ] to select the sample scene you want, and then press [SET]. • Pressing [MENU] causes the selection boundary to jump to the first sample scene ( “ Auto ” ). • Use [ 왖 ], [ 왔 ], [ 왗 ], and [ 왘 ] to move the selection boundary around the display.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 91 IMPORTANT! • BEST SHOT 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 BEST SHOT scene may not produce exactly the results you expect.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 92 Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an snapshot you recorded as a BEST SHOT scene. After that, you can recall the setup whenever you want to use it. 1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 93 IMPORTANT! • BEST SHOT user setups are located in the camera ’ s built-in memory following the built-in sample scenes. • Selecting a user snapshot setup displays the indicator “ U ” in the upper right corner of the monitor screen, followed by a number (that indicates the setup number).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 94 To delete a BEST SHOT user setup 1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). 2. Press the zoom button to switch from the 12- scene screen to the sample scene. 3. Use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to display the user setup you want to delete.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 95 Using the Menu Screen 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ REC ” tab, select “ Anti Shake ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Auto ” , and then press [SET]. • (Anti Shake indicator) is displayed on the monitor screen while Anti Shake is turned on (page 26).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 96 Shooting with High Sensitivity Higher sensitivity makes it possible to record brighter images, without using flash, even when there is not enough lighting available to obtain normal exposure. 1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 97 Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) Recording a business card, document, whiteboard, or similarly shaped object from an angle can cause the subject to appear misshaped in the resulting image.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 98 To use Business Shot 1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). 2. Use [ 왖 ], [ 왔 ], [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to select the Business Shot image you want, and then press [SET]. 3. Press the shutter button to record the image.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 99 4. Use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to select the candidate you want to correct. 5. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “Correct”, and then press [SET]. • Selecting “Cancel” in place of “Correct” stores the original image as-is, without correcting it.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 100 NOTE • When the camera is at an angle to the old photograph, one side of the recorded image may appear longer than the side opposite from it. This is called “keystoning,” which is caused by the difference in distance from the camera lens to each side of the photograph.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 101 4. Use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to select the contour candidate you want to correct. 5. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “Trim”, and then press [SET]. • This displays a cropping boundary on the monitor screen. • If you do not want to crop the image, select “Cancel” to store the image.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 102 Recording a Movie You can record movies with audio, up to 10 minutes long. You can select a resolution setting to suit your needs. • File Format: Motion JPEG AVI format • Maximum Movie Length: — Each Movie : 10 minutes — Total Recording Time : Limited only by the amount of memory available for storage.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 103 Specifying Movie Image Quality The image quality setting determines how much the camera compresses movie images before storing them. Image quality is expressed as image size in pixels. A “pixel” is one of the many tiny dots that make up an image.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 104 Recording a Movie 1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). 2. Use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to select the “ ” (movie) scene, and then press [SET]. • Selecting the “ ” (movie) scene causes “ ” to appear on the monitor screen.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 105 ■ Movie Recording Precautions • This camera also records audio. Note the following points when recording a movie. — Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. — Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 106 Recording Audio Adding Audio to a Snapshot You can add audio to a snapshot after you record it. • Image Format: JPEG JPEG is an image format that provides efficient data compression. The file extension of a JPEG file is “.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 107 5. Press the shutter button to start audio recording. • The operation lamp will flash green while recording is in progress.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 108 1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). 2. Use [ 왖 ], [ 왔 ], [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to select the “Voice Recording” scene, and then press [SET]. • Selecting the “Voice Recording” scene causes “ ” to appear on the monitor screen.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 109 ■ Audio Recording Precautions • 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. • Pressing the power button or pressing [ ] (PLAY) stops recording and stores any audio recorded up to that point.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 110 • 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.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 111 • A centered histogram indicates that there is good distribution of light pixels and dark pixels. This type of histogram results when the overall image is at optimal lightness. IMPORTANT! • Note that the above histograms are shown for illustrative purposes only.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 112 REC Mode Camera Settings The following are the settings you can configure before recording an image using the REC mode. • L/R key setting (key customization) • Grid o.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 113 IMPORTANT! • While recording a snapshot or movie, you can use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to set the functions assigned to them. However, you cannot change the ISO sensitivity setting during movie recording. The only setting you can change while movie recording is in progress is EV shift.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 114 To do this: Display images on the monitor screen for about one second immediately after they are recorded Do not display images immediately after they are recorded Select this setting: On Off Turning Image Review On and Off Image review displays the images you record on the monitor screen as soon as you record them.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 115 Specifying Power On Default Settings The camera’s “mode memory” feature lets you specify the power on default settings individually for the BEST SHOT mode, flash mo.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 116 * 1 Specifies whether startup is performed with BEST SHOT scene selection as-is. When on, starts up with the last used BEST SHOT scene but turning off starts up with auto status. * 2 Only the optical zoom position is remembered.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 117 IMPORTANT! • Note that BEST SHOT mode settings take priority over mode memory settings. If you turn the camera off while in the BEST SHOT mode, all settings except for .
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 118 IMPORTANT! • 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.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 119 Multi (Multi pattern) Multi (Multi pattern) metering divides the image into sections and measures the light in each section for a balanced exposure reading. The camera automatically determines shooting conditions according to the measured lighting pattern, and makes exposure settings accordingly.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 120 Using the Filter Function The camera’s filter function lets you alter the tint of an image when you record it. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Filter”, and then press [ 왘 ].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 121 Specifying Color Saturation Use the following procedure to control the intensity of the image you are recording. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Saturation”, and then press [ 왘 ].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 122 IMPORTANT! • Once date and time information is stamped in a print, it cannot be edited or deleted. • Use the “Date Style” setting (page 164) to specify the format of the date.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 123 Resetting the Camera Use the following procedure to reset all of the camera’s settings to their initial defaults as shown under “Menu Reference” on page 220. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Reset”, and then press [ 왘 ].
PLAYBACK 124 You can use the camera ’ s built-in monitor screen to view images after you record them. Basic Playback Operation Use the following procedure to scroll through files stored in the camera ’ s memory. 1. Press [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera.
PLAYBACK 125 Playing an Audio Snapshot Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot (indicated by ) and play its audio. 1. In the PLAY mode, use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] until the image you want is displayed. 2. Press [SET]. • This plays back the audio that accompanies the displayed image.
PLAYBACK 126 Zooming the Display Image Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen up to eight times its normal size. 1. In the PLAY mode, use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to display the image you want. 2. Press the zoom button ( ) to enlarge the image.
PLAYBACK 127 Resizing an Image You can resize a recorded image to one of three sizes. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Resize ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. • Note that this operation is possible only when a snapshot image is on the monitor screen.
PLAYBACK 128 Cropping an Image You can use the following procedure to crop a portion of an enlarged image. 1. In the PLAY mode, use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to scroll through images and display the one you want to crop. 2. Press [MENU]. 3. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Trimming ” , and then press [ 왘 ].
PLAYBACK 129 IMPORTANT! • Trimming an image causes the original (pre-trimmed) image and the new (trimmed) version to be stored as separate files. • Note that you cannot crop the following types of images.
PLAYBACK 130 Keystone Correction Use the following procedure to correct the snapshot of a blackboard, document, poster, photograph, or other rectangular object that is out of square because it was recorded at an angle.
PLAYBACK 131 Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph Color restoration let you correct the old color of a photograph shot with a digital camera.
PLAYBACK 132 IMPORTANT! • If the original image is smaller than 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels), the new (restored) version is the same size as the original one.
PLAYBACK 133 To do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback • Each press increases the speed one more step. Return fast forward or fast reverse movie playback to normal speed Pause movie playback.
PLAYBACK 134 Editing a Movie Use the procedure in this section to edit and delete movies. Editing operations let you cut everything before or after a specific frame, or to cut everything between two frames. IMPORTANT! • Cut operations cannot be undone.
PLAYBACK 135 To do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback Pause or unpause movie playback Scroll paused playback one frame Cancel the cut operation Do this: Press [ 왗 ] or [ 왘 ]. Press [SET]. Press [ 왗 ] or [ 왘 ]. Press [MENU]. 4. Display the frame where you want the cut to be located.
PLAYBACK 136 ■ To cut everything between two specific frames 1. While the movie is playing, press [SET]. • This will pause movie playback. 2. Press [ 왔 ]. • You can also display the same screen while in the PLAY mode, by pressing [MENU], selecting the “ PLAY ” tab, selecting “ Movie Editing ” , and then pressing [ 왘 ].
PLAYBACK 137 6. Referring to step 4, search for the cut end screen. When the cut end screen is displayed, press [ 왔 ]. • The red portion of the indicator bar shows what part will be cut. 7. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Yes ” , and then press [SET].
PLAYBACK 138 ■ To capture a still image from a movie 1. In the PLAY mode, use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to scroll through movies on the monitor screen and display the one that contains the frames you want. 2. Press [MENU]. 3. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ MOTION PRINT ” , and then press [ 왘 ].
PLAYBACK 139 Displaying the 9-image View The following procedure displays nine images on the monitor screen at the same time. 1. In the PLAY mode, press the zoom button ( ). • This displays the 9-image screen. The image that was last on the display will have a selection boundary around it.
PLAYBACK 140 Date selection cursor Displaying the Calendar Screen Use the following procedure to display a 1-month calendar. Each day shows the first file recorded on that day, which makes it easy to find the file you want. 1. In the PLAY mode, press the zoom button ( ) twice.
PLAYBACK 141 Playing a Slideshow A slideshow automatically plays back images in sequence at a fixed interval. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Slideshow ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. • appears in place of the image when the date contains data that cannot be displayed by this camera.
PLAYBACK 142 4. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Start ” , and then press [SET]. • This starts the slideshow. 5. To stop the slideshow, press [SET]. • The slideshow will also stop automatically after the amount of time you specified for “ Time ” elapses.
PLAYBACK 143 • Note that effect settings are disabled when the slideshow “ Images ” setting is “ Favorites ” or “ Only ” , or when the slideshow “ Interval ” setting is “ MAX ” , “ 1 sec ” , or “ 2 sec ” .
PLAYBACK 144 4. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Rotate ” , and then press [SET]. • Each press of [SET] rotates the image 90 degrees. 5. After you are finished configuring settings, press [MENU] to exit the setting screen.
PLAYBACK 145 Adding Audio to a Snapshot The “ after-recording ” feature 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). • Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format This is the Windows standard format for audio recording.
PLAYBACK 146 To re-record audio 1. In the PLAY mode, use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to scroll through snapshots until the one whose audio you want to re-record is displayed. 2. Press [MENU]. 3. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Dubbing ” , and then press [ 왘 ].
PLAYBACK 147 IMPORTANT! • 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. • The (Audio) icon appears on the monitor screen after audio recording is complete.
PLAYBACK 148 Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen You can display recorded images on a TV screen and even use a TV screen to compose images before you record them. To display camera images on a TV, you need a television equipped with a video input terminal.
PLAYBACK 149 • Connect the yellow plug of the AV cable to the video input (yellow) terminal of the TV, and the white plug to the TV ’ s audio input (white) terminal. 2. Turn on the TV and select its video input mode. 3. Press [ ] or [ ] to turn on the camera, and then perform the required operation for playback or recording.
PLAYBACK 150 NOTE • You can connect the camera to a DVD recorder or video deck to record images from the camera. Simply connect the AV cable that comes with the camera to the video input and audio input jacks of your DVD recorder or video deck instead of to your TV.
PLAYBACK 151 IMPORTANT! • Images will not display properly if you select the wrong video system. • This camera supports the NTSC and PAL video systems only. Images will not display properly if you use a TV (monitor) that is designed for a different video system.
DELETING FILES 152 DELETING FILES You can delete a single file, or you can delete all files currently in memory. IMPORTANT! • Note that file deletion cannot be undone. Once you delete a file, it is gone. Make sure you really do not need a file anymore before you delete it.
DELETING FILES 153 Deleting All Files 1. In the PLAY mode, press [ 왔 ] ( ). 2. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ All Files Delete ” , and then press [SET]. 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Yes ” . • To exit the file delete operation without deleting anything, select “ No ” .
FILE MANAGEMENT 154 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 camera ’ s built-in memory. Folders Your camera automatically creates folders in its built-in memory or on the memory card.
FILE MANAGEMENT 155 4. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ On ” , and then press [SET]. • A file that is protected is indicated by the mark. • To unprotect a file, select “ Off ” in step 4, and then press [SET]. 5. Press [MENU] to exit the menu screen.
FILE MANAGEMENT 156 To protect all files in memory 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Protect ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] 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 ” .
FILE MANAGEMENT 157 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Save ” , and then press [SET]. • This displays the names of the files in built-in memory or on the loaded memory card. 4. Use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to select the file you want to copy to the FAVORITE folder.
FILE MANAGEMENT 158 To display a file in the FAVORITE folder 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Favorites ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Show ” , and then press [SET].
FILE MANAGEMENT 159 To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Favorites ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Show ” , and then press [SET].
OTHER SETTINGS 160 OTHER SETTINGS Configuring Sound Settings 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 configure sound settings 1. Press [MENU].
OTHER SETTINGS 161 To set the audio volume level for movie and audio snapshot playback 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ Sounds ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. 3. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Play ” . 4. Use [ 왗 ] and [ 왘 ] to specify the playback volume setting you want, and then press [SET].
OTHER SETTINGS 162 IMPORTANT! • You can select any one of the following types of image as the startup image. — The camera ’ s built-in image — A snapshot — The image only of an audio snapshot • Only one image can be stored in startup image memory at one time.
OTHER SETTINGS 163 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 164) only.
OTHER SETTINGS 164 To set the current time and date 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ Adjust ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. 3. Set the current date and the time. Do this: Press [ 왖 ] or [ 왔 ]. Press [ 왗 ] or [ 왘 ]. Press [BS].
OTHER SETTINGS 165 Using World Time You can use the World Time screen to select a time zone and instantly change the time setting of the camera ’ s clock when you go on a trip, etc. World Time lets you select one of 162 cities in 32 time zones. To display the World Time screen 1.
OTHER SETTINGS 166 5. Use [ 왖 ], [ 왔 ], [ 왗 ], and [ 왘 ] to select the geographical area you want, and then press [SET]. 6. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select the city you want, and then press [SET]. 7. When the setting is the way you want, press [SET] to apply it and exit the setting screen.
OTHER SETTINGS 167 Changing the Display Language You can use the following procedure to select one of ten languages as the display language. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ Language ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. 3. Use [ 왖 ], [ 왔 ], [ 왗 ], and [ 왘 ] to change the setting, and then press [SET].
OTHER SETTINGS 168 • 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.
OTHER SETTINGS 169 Select this setting: Power On Power On/Off Disable To configure this operation: Power turns on when [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) is pressed (but does not turn off) Power turns on or off .
OTHER SETTINGS 170 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 173). 2. Press [MENU]. 3. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ Format ” , and then press [ 왘 ].
USING A MEMORY CARD 171 USING A MEMORY CARD You can expand the storage capabilities of your camera by using a commercially available memory card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card, or MultiMediaCard). You can also copy files from built-in memory to a memory card and from a built-in memory card to built-in memory.
USING A MEMORY CARD 172 2. Positioning the memory card so its front is facing in the same direction as the camera ’ s monitor screen, carefully slide it into the card slot. Slide the card all the way in until you hear it click securely into place. 3.
USING A MEMORY CARD 173 To replace the memory card 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.
USING A MEMORY CARD 174 ■ To format a memory card 1. Load the memory card into the camera. 2. Turn on the camera, and press [MENU]. 3. Select the “ Set Up ” tab, select “ Format ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. 4. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Format ” , and then press [SET].
USING A MEMORY CARD 175 Copying Files Use the procedures below to copy files between built-in memory and a memory card. IMPORTANT! • Only snapshot, movie, audio snapshot, and voice recording files recorded with this camera can be copied. Other files cannot be copied.
USING A MEMORY CARD 176 To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card 1. Load the memory card into the camera. 2. Turn on the camera. Next, enter the PLAY mode and press [MENU]. 3. Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ Copy ” , and then press [ 왘 ].
USING A MEMORY CARD 177 To copy a specific file from a memory card to built-in memory 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 [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Card Built-in ” , and then press [SET].
PRINTING IMAGES 178 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.
PRINTING IMAGES 179 DPOF The letters “ DPOF ” stand for “ Digital Print Order Format ” , which is a format for recording on a memory card or other medium which digital camera images should be printed and how many copies of the image should be printed.
PRINTING IMAGES 180 To configure print settings for a single image 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. EX-Z7: Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ DPOF Printing ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. EX-Z6: Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ DPOF ” , and then press [ 왘 ].
PRINTING IMAGES 181 To configure print settings for all images 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. EX-Z7: Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ DPOF Printing ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. EX-Z6: Select the “ PLAY ” tab, select “ DPOF ” , and then press [ 왘 ].
PRINTING IMAGES 182 IMPORTANT! • DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. This means that if you perform another printing operation without clearing DPOF settings, printing will be performed in accordance with the last settings you configured.
PRINTING IMAGES 183 Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT, and perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls.
PRINTING IMAGES 184 ■ Connecting the Camera to Your Printer 1. Check the battery level indicator to make sure that the battery is fully charged, and then press the power button to turn off the camera. • If battery power is low, replace the battery.
PRINTING IMAGES 185 4. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select “ Paper Size ” , and then press [ 왘 ]. 5. Use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] to select the paper size you want to use for printing, and then press [SET]. • The following are the print sizes that are available.
PRINTING IMAGES 186 7. On the camera ’ s monitor screen, use [ 왖 ] and [ 왔 ] 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.
PRINTING IMAGES 187 Date Printing Any one of the procedures described below can be used to include the recording date in image prints. Correct date printing requires that the current date be set on the camera before the image is recorded. • Before recording the image, turn on date stamping ( “ Date ” or “ Date&Time ” ) (page 122).
PRINTING IMAGES 188 Exif Print Exif Print is an internationally supported, open standard file format that makes it possible to capture and display vibrant digital images with accurate colors.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 189 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER After establishing a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to view images in file memory and copy images to your computer ’ s hard disk or other storage media.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 190 IMPORTANT! • If battery goes low during printing, printing may stop and the camera may shut down. • If you plan to transfer file data from the camera’s built-in memory to your computer, make sure there is no memory card loaded in the camera.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 191 1. What you should do first depends on whether your computer is running under Windows XP, 2000, Me, 98SE, or 98. Windows 98SE/98 Users • Start from step 2 to install the USB driver. • Note that the example installation presented here uses Windows 98.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 192 ■ Establish a connection between the camera and computer 1. Make sure the camera ’ s battery is fully charged. 2. Turn on the camera, and then press [MENU]. • It makes no difference whether the camera is in a REC mode or the PLAY mode.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 193 6. Turn on the camera. • This will cause your computer to create a hardware profile for camera ’ s built-in memory or the memory card loaded in the camera.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 194 NOTE • If you open a rotated image on your computer, the original unrotated version will appear (page 144). This is true both for a rotated image opened from camera memory and for a rotated image that has been copied to your computer ’ s hard disk.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 195 NOTE • If you already have a folder named “ DCIM ” in your computer ’ s “ My Documents ” folder, performing the procedures under step 6 above will overwrite the existing “ DCIM ” folder with the newly saved folder.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 196 ■ USB Connection Precautions • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to “ burn in ” on the screen. • Never disconnect the USB cable or perform any camera operation while data communication is in progress.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 197 IMPORTANT! • If you plan to transfer file data from the camera ’ s built-in memory to your Macintosh, make sure there is no memory card loaded in the camera. If there is, remove the memory card from the camera before you connect to your Macintosh.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 198 5. Turn off the camera, and connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the camera ’ s USB/AV connector and your computer ’ s USB port. • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the camera or your computer.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 199 ■ View and copy the images you want 1. Double-click the drive icon for the camera ’ s file memory, the “ DCIM ” folder, and then the folder that contains the image you want. 2. Double-click the file that contains the image you want to view.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 200 ■ USB Connection Precautions • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to “ burn in ” on the screen. • Never disconnect the USB cable or perform any camera operation while data communication is in progress.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 201 Using a Commercially Available SD Memory Card/ SDHC Memory Card Reader/Writer See the user documentation that comes with the SD memory card/SDHC memory card reader/writer for details about how to use it.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 202 Memory Folder Structure ■ Folder Structure DCIM (DCIM Folder) 100CASIO (Storage folder) CIMG0001.JPG (Image file) CIMG0002.AVI (Movie file) CIMG0003.WAV (Audio file) CIMG0004.JPG (Audio snapshot image file) CIMG0004.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 203 • FAVORITE folder (Built-in memory only) Folder that contains Favorites image files (Image Size: 320 × 240 pixels) • DPOF file folder Folder that contains DPOF fi.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 204 ■ Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions • Note that the folder named “ DCIM ” is the parent (top) folder of all the files in memory.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 205 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER This section explains the software and applications on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera, and provides an overview of what you can do with them.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 206 Purpose Snapshot retouching, reorientation, printing Movie playback Viewing of user documentation (PDF) files Software Name Photohands 1.0 * DirectX 9.0c Adobe Reader 6.0 – Supported Windows Versions XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 XP/2000/Me/98SE 98 Required Operation Install Photohands 1.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 207 Computer System Requirements Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 208 Transfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on a PC To manage images on a PC, you need to install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 209 ■ Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File You should always read the “Read me” file for “Photo Loader” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 210 ■ Checking for the Proper Version of DirectX In order to manage images using Photo Loader, your computer also needs to have DirectX 9.0 or higher installed. You can check the installed version of DirectX using your PC’s DirectX Diagnostic Tool.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 211 4. Click [Exit] to exit DirectX Diagnostic Tool. • If your PC already has DirectX 9.0 or higher installed, you do not need to install DirectX 9.0c from the bundled CD-ROM. • If your PC does not have DirectX 9.0 or higher installed, install DirectX 9.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 212 ■ Getting Started Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CD- ROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu application, which displays a menu screen on your computer. • The menu application may not start up automatically on some computers.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 213 Playing a Movie Windows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 214 Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 1. In the “Manual” area, click the name of the manual you want to read. IMPORTANT! • You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 215 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer Your digital camera comes bundled with useful applications for using it in combination with a computer.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 216 Computer System Requirements Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 217 Transfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on a Macintosh ■ To manage images on a Macintosh running OS 9 Install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 218 Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file. If you don’t, go to the Adobe Systems Incorporated website and install Acrobat Reader.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 219 ■ To view the Photo Loader user’s guide 1. On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. 2. Open the “Photo Loader” folder and then open the “English” folder. 3. Open “PhotoLoader_english”. To register as a camera user Internet registration only is supported.
APPENDIX 220 APPENDIX Menu Reference The following shows lists of menus that appear in the REC mode and the PLAY mode, and their settings. • The settings that are underlined in the following table are initial defaults.
APPENDIX 221 Sounds Startup File No. World Time Timestamp Adjust Date Style Language Sleep Auto Power Off REC / PLAY USB Video Out Format Reset Startup / Half Shutter /Shutter / Operation / Operation / Play On (Selectable image) / Off Continue / Reset Home / World Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.
APPENDIX 222 ■ PLAY Mode ● PLAY Tab Menu Slideshow Calendar MOTION PRINT Movie Editing Keystone Color Correction Favorites EX-Z7: DPOF Printing EX-Z6: DPOF Protect Date/Time Rotation Resize Trimmi.
APPENDIX 223 ■ REC Mode Indicator Lamp Reference The camera has two indicator lamps: an operation lamp and an self-timer lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the camera. * There are three lamp flash patterns.
APPENDIX 224 IMPORTANT! • When you are using a memory card, never remove the card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so will cause recorded images to be lost. Operation Lamp Self-timer lamp Red Meaning Green Pattern 3 Pattern 3 Red Pattern 2 Lit Pattern 3 Amber Memory card problem / Memory card is unformatted.
APPENDIX 225 ■ Battery Charger Lamp Reference The lithium ion battery charger has a [CHARGE] lamp that lights or flashes in accordance with the battery charger operation that is being performed.
APPENDIX 226 Power does not turn on. Camera suddenly powers down. Image is not recorded when the shutter button is pressed. 1) The battery is not oriented correctly. 2) The battery is dead. 1) Auto Power Off activated (page 42). 2) The battery is dead.
APPENDIX 227 1) Clean the lens. 2) Make sure the subject is centered in the focus frame when composing the image. 3) Use manual focus (page 80). 4) Turn on Anti Shake or mount the camera on a tripod (page 94). When composing the image, make sure the subject on which you want to focus is located inside the focus frame (page 52).
APPENDIX 228 Symptom Possible Cause Action Camera powers down during self-timer countdown. Monitor screen image is out of focus. Recorded images are not saved in memory. Though available lighting is bright, the faces of human subjects appear dark. Subjects are too dark when recording images on a seashore or at a ski area.
APPENDIX 229 Symptom Possible Cause Action Vertical lines on the monitor screen. Out of focus images. Digital noise in images. Color of the playback image is different from the image on the monitor screen during recording.
APPENDIX 230 Symptom Possible Cause Action Other All buttons and switches are disabled. Monitor screen is off. Cannot transfer files over a USB connection. Display language setting screen appears when the camera is turned on. Circuit problem caused by electrostatic charge, impact, etc.
APPENDIX 231 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 98SE/98 before installing the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM, or if you have another type of driver installed.
APPENDIX 232 Display Messages Battery is low. Cannot correct image! Can not find the file. Cannot register any more files. Card ERROR The battery is dead. Keystone correction cannot be performed for some reason. The image will be stored as-is, without correction (pages 98, 100).
APPENDIX 233 One of the following problems occurred during printing. • Printer power off • Printer internal error Image compression could not be performed during image data storage for some reason. Record the image again. The camera is in the Printer mode, and the printer is running low on ink or is out of ink.
APPENDIX 234 CA-32 USB Cradle/AC Adaptor (Option) You can perform the following operations after setting the camera onto the optional CA-32 USB Cradle/AC Adaptor. • Charging of the camera ’ s rechargeable lithium ion battery. • Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow feature.
APPENDIX 235 Using the USB Cradle to Charge the Battery You can charge the camera ’ s NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery by setting the camera onto the USB cradle. 1. Load the rechargeable litium ion battery (NP- 20) into the camera. 2. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 5.
APPENDIX 236 [CHARGE] lamp NOTE • The AC adaptor is designed for operation on power ranging from 100V AC to 240V AC. Note, however, that the shape of the power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.
APPENDIX 237 ■ 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.
APPENDIX 238 Using the Photo Stand Feature The “ Photo Stand ” feature lets you specify what should appear on the camera ’ s monitor screen while the camera is on its USB cradle. You can play a Photo Stand slideshow without worrying about remaining battery power, or you can specify display of a particular image.
APPENDIX 239 Using the USB Cradle to Display Images on a TV Screen You can place the camera onto the USB cradle and connect the cradle to a TV to view camera images on a TV screen. 1. Connect one end of the AV cable that comes with the camera to the [AV OUT] port of the USB cradle, and the other end to the video input terminal of the TV.
APPENDIX 240 Using the USB Cradle to Print Images You can place the camera onto the USB cradle and connect the cradle to a printer to print images. 1. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and a printer.
APPENDIX 241 Using the USB Cradle to Connect to a Computer You can place the camera onto the USB cradle and connect the cradle to a computer to view images or to transfer them to the computer. IMPORTANT! • Low battery power can cause the camera to power down suddenly during data communication.
APPENDIX 242 • 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.
APPENDIX 243 8. Press the USB cradle ’ s [USB] button. • This will cause your computer to create a hardware profile for camera ’ s built-in memory or the memory card loaded in the camera.
APPENDIX 244 ■ Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer 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.
APPENDIX 245 • 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.
APPENDIX 246 USB Cradle Indicator Lamp Reference 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.
APPENDIX 247 Specifications Product ............................... Digital Camera Model .................................. EX-Z6/EX-Z7 ■ Camera Functions Image Files Format Snapshots ....................... JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2); DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) 1.
APPENDIX 248 • Movies Image Size (Pixels) HQ 640 × 480 Normal EX-Z7: 512 × 384 EX-Z6: 640 × 480 LP 320 × 240 Maximum Recording Time Per File 10 minutes 10 minutes 10 minutes Approximate Data Rate (Frame Rate) 10.2 megabits per second (30 frames / second) 6.
APPENDIX 249 Exposure Control Light Metering ................. Multi-pattern, center-weighted, spot by CCD Exposure ......................... Program AE Exposure Compensation ..... – 2EV to +2EV (1/3EV units) Shutter ................................
APPENDIX 250 Monitor Screen .................. 2.5-inch TFT color LCD 115,200 pixels (480 × 240 pixels) Viewfinder .......................... Monitor screen Timekeeping Functions .... Built-in digital quartz clock Date and Time ................ Recorded with image data Auto Calendar .
APPENDIX 251 * 3 Approximate time for continuous movie recording, without using zoom. * 4 Voice recording times are based on continuous recording. • The above values are based a new battery, starting from a full charge. Repeated charging shortens battery life.
APPENDIX 252 ■ Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-20) Rated Voltage .................... 3.7 V Rated Capacitance ............ 700 mAh Operating Temperature Range .................................. 0 ° C to 40 ° C (32 ° F to 104 ° F) Dimensions .
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Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il Casio EX-Z7 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Casio EX-Z7 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Casio EX-Z7 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Casio EX-Z7 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Casio EX-Z7, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Casio EX-Z7.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Casio EX-Z7. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Casio EX-Z7 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
