E Digital Camera EX-Z30/EX-Z40 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. • Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference. • For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official Exilim Website at http://www.exilim.com/. All example procedures in this User’s Guide are based on the EX-Z40. The same procedures also apply to the EX-Z30, unless specifically noted otherwise.
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Unpacking Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible. Camera Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40) CD-ROM USB Cradle (CA-24) USB Cable Strap Basic Reference * The shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.
INTRODUCTION 19 Contents GETTING READY About This Manual ..................................................... 19 2 General Guide ............................................................ 20 INTRODUCTION Camera USB Cradle Unpacking .................................................................... 2 Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 22 Features .......................................................................
INTRODUCTION 45 Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 67 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 69 Recording an Image ...................................................
INTRODUCTION 92 PLAYBACK 112 Basic Playback Operation .......................................... 92 Playing an Audio Snapshot DELETING FILES Deleting a Single File ................................................ 112 93 Deleting All Files ....................................................... 113 Flipping the Display .................................................... 94 Zooming the Display Image ....................................... 95 114 FILE MANAGEMENT Resizing an Image .................
INTRODUCTION Using the Alarm ........................................................ 126 To set an alarm Stopping the Alarm 142 126 127 DPOF ........................................................................ 143 To configure print settings for a single image To configure print settings for all images Setting the Clock ......................................................
INTRODUCTION 166 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 183 Using the Album Feature ......................................... 166 Creating an album Selecting an Album Layout Configuring Detailed Album Settings Viewing Album Files Saving an Album To delete an album Menu Reference ....................................................... 183 166 168 168 171 173 174 Indicator Lamp Reference .......................................
INTRODUCTION • 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.
INTRODUCTION • Auto Pan Focus (page 62) When you press the shutter release all the way down without pausing, the camera immediately records the image without waiting for Auto Focus to be performed. This helps to avoid missing a special moment while you wait for the camera to Auto Focus. • Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia Cards) for memory expansion (page 136) • Easy Charging (page 28) Just place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge its battery.
INTRODUCTION • Calendar screen (page 101) 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. • Triple Self-timer mode (page 56) The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times, automatically.
INTRODUCTION • PRINT Image Matching II Compatible (page 150) Images include PRINT Image Matching II data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching II reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you intended when you recorded them. Precautions General Precautions Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the EX-Z30/EX-Z40.
INTRODUCTION • 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 danger of fire and electric shock.
INTRODUCTION Test for proper operation before using the camera! Operating conditions • This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). • Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas. Before using the camera to record important images, make sure you first record a number of test images and check the results to ensure that the camera is configured correctly and operating properly (page 17).
INTRODUCTION Condensation 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.
QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! 1. Load the battery (page 26). 2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the battery (page 28). 1 • Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera. • It takes about 190 minutes to achieve a full charge.
QUICK START GUIDE To configure display language and clock settings • Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. (See page 42 for details.) 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.
QUICK START GUIDE To record an image To view a recorded image (See page 45 for details.) Green operation lamp 1 3 (See page 92 for details.) 1 10 1600 1200 NORMAL IN 1 / 1000 F2.6 04/ 12/24 04/12 24 12:58 12 58 Focus frame Snapshot Mode icon 2 2 1. Press [ 1. Press [ ] (REC). • If the (Snapshot Mode) icon is not on the monitor screen, use the procedure under “Using the On-screen Menus” (page 39) to change the “REC Mode” setting to “ Snapshot”. 2.
QUICK START GUIDE To delete an image (See page 112 for details.) 1 2, 3, 4, 5 1. Press [ ] (PLAY). 2. Press [ ] ( ). 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want to delete. 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Delete”. • To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select “Cancel”. 5. Press [SET] to delete the image.
GETTING READY GETTING READY ■ Button Operations This section contains information about things you need to know about and do before trying to use the camera. Button operations are indicated by the button name inside of brackets ([ ]). About This Manual ■ On-screen Text This section contains information about the conventions used in this manual. On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation marks (“ ”).
GETTING READY General Guide The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera.
GETTING READY ■ Bottom USB Cradle Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB cradle lets you perform the following tasks. • • • • I J K Battery charging (page 28) Automatic transfer of images to a computer (page 151) Direct connection to a printer for printing (page 146) Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow feature (page 106). ■ Front I Battery compartment cover J Connector K Tripod screw hole 1 * Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.
GETTING READY Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status.
GETTING READY D D Digital zoom indicator E Shutter speed value E F G • An out of range aperture or shutter speed causes the corresponding monitor screen value to turn amber. F Aperture value G ISO sensitivity H H Zoom indicator • Left side indicates optical zoom. • Right side indicates digital zoom.
GETTING READY PLAY mode 12 3 4 5 6 1 PLAY mode file type Snapshot Audio 2 Image protection indicator 3 Folder number/File number 8 FINE NORMAL ECONOMY Movie Voice Recording 7 5 Quality Snapshot 4 Image size • EX-Z30 2048 ҂ 1536 pixels 2048 ҂ 1360 (3:2) pixels 1600 ҂ 1200 pixels 1280 ҂ 960 pixels 640 ҂ 480 pixels Movie Playback: Elapsed play time • EX-Z40 2304 ҂ 1728 pixels 2304 ҂ 1536 (3:2) pixels 1600 ҂ 1200 pixels 1280 ҂ 960 pixels 640 ҂ 480 pixels Movie Playback: Elapsed play time 24 6 Bui
GETTING READY Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Indicator Lamps You can find out the operational status of the camera and the USB cradle at a glance by checking the color of the indicator lamps, and whether a lamp is lit or flashing. For details, see “Indicator Lamp Reference” on page 185. Each press of the [DISP] button changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below.
GETTING READY Attaching the Strap Power Requirements Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the illustration. Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40). To load the battery 1. While pressing the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the camera, slide the cover in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then swing it open. IMPORTANT! • Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when using the camera to protect against accidentally dropping it.
GETTING READY 2. While pulling the stopper in the direction 3. Swing the battery compartment cover closed, 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. and then slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow. (–) mark 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.
GETTING READY To remove the battery To charge the battery 1. Open the battery compartment cover. 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. 2. Pull the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow. • Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera. • This will cause the battery to come part way out of the slot. USB Cradle [DC IN 5.
GETTING READY NOTE NOTE • The bundled AC adaptor is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V AC. Note, however, that the shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.
GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • If the [CHARGE] lamp starts flashing red, it means that an error occurs while charging. An error can be caused by any of the following: a problem with the USB cradle, a problem with the camera, or a problem with the battery or how it is loaded. Remove the camera from the USB cradle and see if it works normally. • You can use the USB cradle to charge the camera’s battery, to exchange data with a computer over a USB connection, or when using the Photo Stand feature only.
GETTING READY ■ If the camera works normally ■ 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. Continue using the camera until the current charge is used up, and then charge the battery.
GETTING READY Supported Battery: NP-40 (Rated Capacitance: 1230mAh) Storage Medium: SD Memory Card • 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.
GETTING READY ■ Low Battery Indicator Power Supply Precautions 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. Note the following precautions when handling or using the battery and the optional charger unit.
GETTING READY • Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, charging, or storing a battery, immediately remove it from the camera or optional charger unit and keep it away from open flame. • If the battery does not achieve full charge after the normal charging time has passed, stop charging. Continued charging creates the risk of overheating, fire, and explosion. • Battery fluid can damage your eyes.
GETTING READY ● BATTERY STORAGE PRECAUTIONS ● PRECAUTIONS DURING USE • Make sure you remove the battery when you do not plan to use the camera for a long time. A battery left in the camera discharges very small amounts of power even when power is turned off, which can lead to a dead battery or the need for longer charging before the next use. • Store the battery in a cool, dry place (20°C (68 °F) or lower). • The battery is designed for use with this CASIO digital camera only.
GETTING READY ■ USB Cradle and AC Adaptor Precautions Caution! • Never use an electrical outlet whose voltage is outside the rating marked on the AC adaptor. Doing so can create the danger of fire or electric shock. Use only the bundled AC adaptor specified for this camera. • Do not allow the AC adaptor cord to become cut or damaged, do not place heavy objects on it, and keep it away from heat. A damaged power cord creates the risk of fire and electric shock.
GETTING READY NOTES Turning the Camera On and Off • Pressing [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera enters the REC mode, while pressing [ ] (PLAY) enters the PLAY mode. • Pressing [ ] (PLAY) while in the REC mode switches to the PLAY mode. The lens retracts about 10 seconds after switching modes. ■ To turn on the camera Press the power button, [ ] (REC) button, or [ ] (PLAY) button. This will cause the green operation lamp to light momentarily, and then power will turn on.
GETTING READY ■ To turn off the camera Configuring Power Saving Settings Press the power button to turn off the camera. You can configure the settings described below to conserve battery power. NOTE Sleep : Automatically turns off the monitor screen if no operation is performed for a specified amount of time in the REC mode. Performing any button operation causes the monitor screen to turn back on. Auto Power Off : Turns off power if you do not perform any operation for a specified amount of time.
GETTING READY ● See page 39 for information about how to use menus. To configure this feature: Select this setting: Sleep Sleep Auto Power Off Auto Power Off 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. 5. Use [ ] and [ ] to change the currently 1.
GETTING READY ● Menu Screen Operations 2. Press [MENU]. Tab [MENU] [SET] [ ][ ][ ][ ] Settings Selection cursor (indicates the currently selected item) 40 When you want to do this: Do this: Move between tabs Press [ ] and [ ]. Move from the tab to the settings 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]. Select an option Press [ ] and [ ].
GETTING READY 3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the tab you want, 6. Perform one of the following operations to and then press [SET] to move the selection cursor from the tab to the settings. apply the setting you configured. 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the feature whose setting you want to configure, and then press [ ]. • Instead of pressing [ ], you could also press [SET]. Example: To select the “REC Mode” item. To do this: Perform this key operation: Apply the setting and exit the menu screen.
GETTING READY IMPORTANT! Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings • The camera’s clock settings are cleared whenever power is totally cut off. This can happen if the battery goes dead while the camera is not being supplied power by the USB cradle. The clock setting screen will appear automatically the next time you turn on power after the settings are cleared. Set the date and time before using the camera.
GETTING READY 3. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and To configure display language and clock settings [ ] to select the geographical area where you live, and then press [SET]. 1. Press the power button, the [ [ ] (REC) or the ] (PLAY) button to turn on the camera. 2. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the language you want, and then press [SET]. 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the name of the city where you live, and then press [SET].
GETTING READY 6. Use [ ] and [ ] to 7. Set the current date change the date format setting, and then press [SET]. and the time. Example: December 24, 2004 To display the date like this: Select this format: 04/12/24 YY/MM/DD 24/12/04 DD/MM/YY 12/24/04 MM/DD/YY To do this: Do this: Change the setting at the current cursor location Press [ ] and [ ]. Move the cursor between settings Press [ ] and [ ]. Toggle between 12-hour and 24hour timekeeping Press [DISP]. 8.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING BASIC IMAGE RECORDING This section describes the basic procedure for recording an image. IMPORTANT! • Make sure your fingers or the strap does not block the flash, microphone or lens. Recording an Image Flash Microphone Aiming the Camera Lens 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 • This causes an image or a message to appear on the monitor screen. Recording an Image Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed in accordance with the brightness of the subject. Images you record are stored in the camera’s built-in memory, or to a memory card if you have one loaded in the camera. • When an optionally available SD memory card or MultiMediaCard (MMC) is loaded in the camera, images are stored on the card (page 136). 1.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 3. Compose the image Snapshot Mode icon on the monitor screen so the main subject is within the focus frame. • The focusing range of the camera in the Auto Focus mode is approximately 40cm (1.3 feet) to infinity (∞) (page 62). • You can tell whether the image is focused by observing the focus frame and the green operation lamp.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 5. After making sure that the Recording Precautions image is focused properly, press the shutter release button the rest of the way down to record. • The number of images that can be stored in memory depends on the image size and image quality setting you are using (pages 58, 60). • Never open the battery compartment cover or place the camera onto the USB cradle while the green operation lamp is flashing.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING About Auto Focus About the REC Mode Monitor Screen • Auto Focus tends not to work well if the camera is moved during recording, or when recording the types of subjects listed below.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! Using the Optical Viewfinder • The frame that is visible inside of the viewfinder indicates the image recorded at a distance of about one meter (3.3´). When the subject is closer than one meter, the recorded image will be different from what you see inside the viewfinder frame. • Since the monitor screen shows exactly what will be recorded, always use it for composing your images in the Macro and Manual Focus modes.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using Zoom Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical zoom and digital zoom. Optical Zoom Zoom out Zoom in The range of the optical zoom factor is shown below. Optical Zoom Factor Range: 1X to 3X 2. Compose the image, and then press the shutter release button. 1. In the REC mode, press the zoom button to change the zoom factor. NOTES • The optical zoom factor also affects the lens aperture.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 5. Hold down the Digital Zoom Digital zoom indicator (Telephoto) zoom button to increase the optical zoom factor. Digital zoom is activated after you reach the maximum optical zoom factor (3X). It enlarges the part of the image at the center of the image screen. The range of the digital zoom factor is shown below. • When the digital zoom factor reaches its maximum value (3X), it stops momentarily.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! Using the Flash • Digital zoom is disabled whenever the monitor screen is turned off (page 25). • Using digital zoom can cause degradation of the recorded image. Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Press [왔] ( ) to select the flash mode. • Each press of [왔] ( ) cycles through the flash mode settings shown below on the monitor screen.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To do this: Have the flash fire automatically when required (Auto Flash) ■ About Red-eye Reduction Select this setting: Using the flash to record at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the image. This is caused when the light from the flash reflects off of the retina of the eye.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Flash Unit Status Flash Precautions You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing the shutter release button half way and checking the monitor screen and red operation lamp. 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. The indicator is also shown on the monitor screen when the flash unit is ready to fire.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • Using flash in combination with another light source (daylight, fluorescent light, etc.) can result in abnormal image colors. Using the Self-timer The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10second delay of the shutter release after you press the shutter release button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record three images. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “REC” tab. 3.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To do this: 5. Record the image. Select this setting: Specify a 10-second self-timer 10 sec Specify a 2-second self-timer 2 sec Specify Triple Self-timer X3 Disable the self-timer Off Self-timer lamp • When you press the shutter release button, the self-timer lamp flashes and the shutter releases after the selftimer reaches the end of its countdown. • With the Triple Self-timer, the camera records a series of three images in the sequence described below.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you Specifying Image Size and Quality want, and then press [SET]. You can specify the image size and image quality to suit the type of image you are recording. To specify the image size “Image size” is the size of the image, expressed as the number of vertical and horizontal pixels. A “pixel” is one of the many tiny dots that make up the image.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING ■EX-Z40 NOTES • The following are guidelines for selecting the image size. ■EX-Z30 When you want to do this:* Use this setting:* Print the image on paper approximately 293 x 219mm (11.5 x 8.6 inches) 2304 x 1728 Print the image on paper up to 293 x 195mm (11.5 x 7.7 inches) 2304 x 1536(3:2) Print the image on paper up to 203 x 152mm (8 x 6 inches) 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 640 x 480 When you want to do this:* Use this setting:* Print the image on paper up to 260 x 195mm (10.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING NOTE To specify image quality • The following are guidelines for selecting image quality. Compressing an image before storage can cause a deterioration of its quality. The more an image is compressed, the greater the loss of quality. The image quality setting specifies the compression ratio used when an image is stored in memory. You can select an image quality setting to suit your needs for higher quality or smaller file size. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS This section describes other powerful features and functions that are available for recording. To set up the camera to do this: Select this setting: Focus automatically (Auto Focus) None Perform close-up focus (Macro) Fix the focal distance (Pan Focus) Selecting the Focus Mode You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto Focus, Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity, and Manual. 1.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Focus When you see this: It means this: As its name suggests, Auto Focus focuses the image automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when you press the shutter release button down half way. The following is the Auto Focus range. Green focus frame Green operation lamp The image is focused. Red focus frame Flashing green operation lamp The image is not in focus. Range: Approximately 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) 3.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS To do this: Select this setting: For this type of Auto Focus area: Select this: Turn on Auto Pan Focus On Turn off Auto Pan Focus Off Very limited range in the center of the screen • This setting works well with focus lock (page 66). Spot 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.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Macro Mode Using the Pan Focus Mode The Macro mode lets you focus automatically on close up subjects. The automatic focus operation starts when you press the shutter release button down half way. The following is the focus range in the Macro mode. Normally, your camera performs Auto Focus to ensure that your images are always in focus. With Pan Focus, focus is fixed for a specific focal distance, and images are recorded without Auto Focus.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus The Infinity mode fixes focus at infinity (∞). Use this mode when recording scenery and other faraway images. 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. 1. Keep pressing [왖] ( indicator shows “ ) until the focus mode Optical Zoom Factor ”. 2. Record the image. Approximate Focus Range 1X 6cm (2.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 2. While watching the Using Focus Lock image on the monitor screen, use [왗] and [왘] to focus. Focus lock is a technique you can use to focus on a subject that is not located within the focus frame when you record an image. You can use focus lock in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro mode ( ). 1. Using the monitor Manual focus position To do this: Do this: Focus in on the subject Press [왗]. Focus out on the subject Press [왘].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 2. Keeping the shutter release button half way down, recompose the image as you like. • This locks the focus on the subject that is currently within the focus frame. Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) 10 1600 1200 NORMAL Exposure compensation lets you change the exposure setting (EV value) manually to adjust for the lighting of your subject.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to • To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes 0.0. change the exposure compensation value, and then press [SET]. 4. Record the image. • Pressing [SET] registers the displayed value. IMPORTANT! • 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 Up : Increases the EV value.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you Adjusting White Balance want, and then press [SET]. The wavelengths of the light produced by various light sources (sunlight, light bulb, etc.) can affect the color of a subject when it is recorded. White balance lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types, so the colors of an image appear more natural.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 4. Point the camera at a white piece of paper or Adjusting White Balance Manually similar object under the lighting conditions for which you want to set the white balance, and then press the shutter release button. Under some light sources, automatic white balance under the “Auto” setting can take a long time to complete. Also, the auto white balance range (color temperature range) is limited.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Using the BESTSHOT Mode Selecting one of the 21 BESTSHOT scenes automatically sets up the camera for recording a similar type of image. 2. Select the “REC” tab, select “REC Mode”, and ■ Example Sample Scene 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to • Portrait then press [왘]. select “ BESTSHOT”, and then press [SET]. • Scenery • This enters the BESTSHOT mode and displays a sample scene. 4.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! NOTES • Sample scene number 4 is Coupling Shot scene (page 75). Sample scene number 5 is a Pre-shot scene (page 77). • BESTSHOT scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only. • Images recorded using a BESTSHOT scene may not produce the results you expected due to shooting conditions and other factors.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 6. Use [왗] and [왘] to Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup display the image whose setup you want to register as a BESTSHOT scene. You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an image you recorded for later recall when you need it again. Recalling a setup you save automatically sets up the camera accordingly. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 7. Use [왖] and [왔] to 2. Select the “REC” tab, select “REC Mode”, and select “Save”, and then press [SET]. then press [왘]. 3.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS ■ To delete a BESTSHOT user setup IMPORTANT! • BESTSHOT user setups are located in the camera’s built-in memory after the built-in sample scenes. • When a BESTSHOT user setup is recalled, the monitor screen in step 4 of the procedure on page 71 displays the text “Recall User Scene”. • Note that formatting the built-in memory (page 135) deletes all BESTSHOT user setups. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “REC” tab, select “REC Mode”, and then press [왘]. 3.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image (Coupling Shot) • Combined Images The Coupling Shot mode lets you record images of two people and combine them into a single image. This makes it possible for you to include yourself in group images, even when there is no one else around to record the image for you. Coupling Shot is available in the BESTSHOT mode (page 71).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 5. Align the focus frame 7. Next, align the focus on the monitor screen with the subject you want on the left side of the image. • While “Coupling Shot” is selected, the “AF Area” (page 63) setting automatically becomes “Spot”. frame with the subject you want in the right side of the image, taking care to align the actual background with the semi-transparent image of the background of the first image, which is shown on the monitor screen. Focus frame 6.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 8. When everything is aligned correctly, record Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background Image (Pre-shot) the right side of the image. 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. IMPORTANT! • Coupling Shot temporarily uses file memory to store data.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. • Freeze the background on the monitor screen. 2. Select the “REC” tab, select “REC Mode”, and then press [왘]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ BESTSHOT”, and then press [SET]. 4. Use [왗] and [왘] to select “Pre-shot”, and then • Record the image, using the background on the monitor screen as a guide. press [SET]. 5. Freeze the background on the monitor screen.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 6. Next, align the focus frame with the subject, composing the subject with the semi-transparent background shown on the monitor screen. Using the Movie Mode You can record movies with audio. A single movie can be as long as available memory capacity allows. • File Format: AVI AVI format conforms to the Motion JPEG format promoted by the Open DML Group.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to Remaining recording time • The remaining recording time value counts down on the monitor screen as you record. Movie”, select “ and then press [SET]. • The focus mode automatically changes to Pan Focus (page 64) when you enter the Movie mode, regardless of the mode memory’s (page 90) Focus setting. You can, however, change to another focus mode before starting a recording. 5. When movie recording is complete, the movie file is stored in file memory.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS — The camera automatically switches to the Pan Focus mode (PF) (page 64) whenever you enter the Movie Mode. — The camera focuses automatically whenever you have Auto Focus (page 62) or Macro ( ) selected as the focus mode. Note that the confirmation tone that sounds during the Auto Focus operation will be recorded in the audio.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 5. Press the shutter release button to start audio recording. 2. Select the “REC” tab, select “REC Mode”, and • The green operation lamp flashes as recording is performed. then press [왘]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ ( + • Even if you have the monitor screen turned off (page 25), the monitor screen turns on while you are adding audio to a snapshot. )” and then press [SET]. • This enters the Snapshot Audio Mode. 6.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 4. Press the shutter release button to start voice Recording Your Voice recording. The Voice Recording Mode provides quick and easy recording of your voice. • The remaining recording time value counts down on the monitor screen and the green operation lamp flashes as recording is performed. • 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”.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS ■ Audio Recording Precautions Using the Histogram • Keep the microphone on the front of the camera pointed at the subject. • Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. You can use the [DISP] button to display a histogram on the monitor screen. The histogram lets you check exposure conditions as you record images (page 25). You can also display the histogram of a recorded image in the PLAY mode.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • When the histogram is too far to the left, it means that there are too many dark pixels. This type of histogram results when the overall image is dark. A histogram that is too far to the left may result in “black out” of the dark areas of an image. IMPORTANT! • Note that the above histograms are shown for illustrative purposes only. You may not be able to achieve exactly the same shapes for particular subjects.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying ISO Sensitivity REC Mode Camera Settings 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.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • EX-Z30 IMPORTANT! To get this: Select this setting: Automatic sensitivity selection Auto Conforms to ISO 50 ISO 50 Conforms to ISO 100 ISO 100 Conforms to ISO 200 ISO 200 Conforms to ISO 400 ISO 400 • Under certain conditions, a high shutter speed in combination with a high ISO sensitivity setting can cause digital noise to appear inside of an image. For clean, good-quality images, use the lowest ISO sensitivity setting possible.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off Turning Image Review On and Off You can display gridlines on the monitor screen to help you compose images and ensure that the camera is straight when recording. Image review displays an image on the monitor screen as soon as you record it. Use the following procedure to turn image review on and off. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Review”, and then press [왘]. 3.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Assigning Functions to the [왗] and [왘] Keys A “key customization” feature lets you configure the [왗] and [왘] keys so they change camera settings whenever they are pressed in the REC mode. After you configure the [왗] and [왘] keys, you can change the setting assigned to them without going through the menu screen. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “REC” tab, select “L/R Key”, and then press [왘]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Power On Default Settings Function On REC Mode The camera’s “mode memory” feature lets you specify the power on default settings individually for the REC mode, flash mode, focus mode, white balance mode, ISO sensitivity, AF Area, digital zoom mode, manual focus position and zoom position. Turning on mode memory for a mode tells the camera to remember the status of that mode when you turn off the camera, and restore it the next time you turn the camera back on.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Resetting the Camera 2. Select the “Memory” tab, select the item you Use the following procedure to reset all of the camera’s settings to their initial defaults as shown under “Menu Reference” on page 183. want to change, and then press [왘]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press want, and then press [SET]. [MENU].
PLAYBACK PLAYBACK 2. Use [왘] (forward) or [왗] (back) to scroll You can use the camera’s built-in monitor screen to view images after you record them. through files on the monitor screen. Basic Playback Operation Use the following procedure to scroll through files stored in the camera’s memory. NOTES 1. Press [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera. [ ] • Holding down [왗] or [왘] scrolls images at high speed.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Playing an Audio Snapshot • Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is being performed or is paused. Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot (indicated by a indicator) 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. • You can perform the following operations while audio is playing.
PLAYBACK 1. In the PLAY mode, use [왗] and [왘] to scroll Flipping the Display through images on the monitor screen and display the one you want. 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 release button, press [SET]. [SET] • This flips the image 180 degrees.
PLAYBACK 3. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to shift the image Zooming the Display Image up, down, left, or right. Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen up to four times its normal size. 4. Press [MENU] to return the image to its original size. 1. In the PLAY mode, use [왗] and [왘] to display IMPORTANT! the image you want. • You cannot enlarge a movie image.
PLAYBACK 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you Resizing an Image want, and then press [SET]. You can use the following procedure to change a snapshot image to either SXGA size (1280 x 960 pixels) or VGA size (640 x 480 pixels). • VGA is the optimum image size for attachment to e-mail messages or incorporation into Web pages. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Resize”, and then press [왘]. 3.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Cropping 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. • Images smaller than 640 x 480 pixels cannot be resized. • An image recorded using the 2048 x 1360 (3:2) pixel size (EX-Z30) and the 2304 x 1536 (3:2) pixel size (EX-Z40) cannot be resized. • Note that you can resize snapshots recorded with this camera only. • If the message “This function is not supported for this file.
PLAYBACK 5. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to move the IMPORTANT! cropping boundary up, down, left, or right until the area of the image you want to extract is within the boundary. • Cropping an image creates a new file that contains the cropped image. The file with the original image also remains in memory. • An image recorded using the 2048 x 1360 (3:2) pixel size (EX-Z30) and the 2304 x 1536 (3:2) pixel size (EX-Z40) cannot be cropped. • Movie and voice recording file images cannot be cropped.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Playing a Movie • You cannot repeat play a movie. To play a movie more than once, repeat the steps of the above procedure. • This camera can also play back audio recordings. Note the following points when playing back audio. — Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is being performed or is paused. Use the following procedure to play back a movie that was recorded in the movie mode. 1.
PLAYBACK Example: When there are 20 images in memory, and Image 1 is displayed first 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 ( 18 19 6 7 8 15 16 17 20 1 2 9 10 11 18 19 20 3 4 5 12 13 14 1 2 3 ). 3.
PLAYBACK Selecting a Specific Image in the 9image View Displaying the Calendar Screen Use the following procedure to display a 1-month calendar. While the calendar is on the display, you can select a date, which displays the first image recorded on that date. This helps to make it easy to find the images you want. 1. Display the 9-image view. 2. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and Selection boundary [왘] to move the selection boundary up, down, left, or right until it is located at the image you want to view. 1.
PLAYBACK • Pressing [왖] while the date selection cursor is located anywhere in the top line of the calendar causes the previous month to appear. Playing a Slide Show Slide Show automatically plays back images in sequence at a fixed interval. • Pressing [왔] while the date selection cursor is located anywhere in the bottom line of the calendar causes the next month to appear. • To exit the calendar screen, press [MENU] or [DISP].
PLAYBACK 3. Configure the slideshow settings. IMPORTANT! • Note that all buttons are disabled while an image change is in progress. Wait until an image is stopped on the monitor screen before performing a button operation, or hold down the button until the image stops. • When the slideshow comes to a movie file, it plays the movie once and advances to the next file. • When the slideshow comes to an audio snapshot or voice recording file, it plays the audio once and then advances to the next file.
PLAYBACK ■ Selecting a Particular Image for a Slideshow To specify the slideshow images When you select “One image” as the slideshow type, the slide show displays only one image, without changing it. Use this setting when you want a particular image to remain on the display while the camera is on the USB cradle (Photo Stand feature). 1. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Images”, and then press [왘]. 2. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. To do this: Select this setting: 1.
PLAYBACK To specify the slideshow time To set the slideshow interval 1. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Time”. 1. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Interval”. 2. Use [왗] and [왘] to specify the time setting 2. Use [왗] and [왘] to specify the interval setting you want, and then press [SET]. you want, and then press [SET]. • You can specify a time in the range of 1 to 60 minutes. • You can specify “MAX”, or a value in the range of 1 to 30 seconds as the interval.
PLAYBACK 3. To stop the Phot Stand slideshow, press Using the Photo Stand Feature [PHOTO] again. The “Photo Stand” feature lets you specify what should appear on the camera’s monitor screen while the camera is on its USB cradle. You can play a Photo Stand slideshow without worrying about remaining battery power, or you can specify display of a particular image. Photo Stand feature operations are performed in accordance with slideshow setting.
PLAYBACK 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to Rotating the Display Image select “Rotate”, and then press [SET]. 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 the [MENU] button to exit the setting screen. 2.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Using Image Roulette • Image Roulette does not play movie files or display voice recording images. • Image Roulette is disabled when there is only one snapshot image available. • Note that Image Roulette works only with images recorded with this camera. Image Roulette may not operate properly when other types of images are in memory. • If you do not start another Image Roulette operation for about one minute after the final image appears, the camera enters its normal PLAY mode.
PLAYBACK 1. In the PLAY mode, use [왗] and [왘] to scroll Adding Audio to a Snapshot through snapshots until the one to which you want to add audio is displayed. The “after-recording” feature lets you add audio to snapshots after they are recorded. You can also re-record an audio image (one with a icon on it). 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.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! To re-record audio Microphone • Keep the microphone on the front of the camera pointed at the subject. • Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject. • Operating camera buttons during recording can cause button noise to be included in the audio. • The (Audio) icon appears on the monitor screen after audio recording is complete.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Playing Back a Voice Recording File • Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is being performed or is paused. • If your recording has index marks (page 83) inside it, you can jump to the index mark before or after the current playback location by pausing playback and then pressing [왗] or [왘]. Next, press [SET] to resume playback from the index mark position. Perform the following steps to play back a voice recording file. 1.
DELETING FILES DELETING FILES You can delete a single file, or you can delete all files currently in memory. Deleting a Single File Perform the following steps when you want to delete a single file. IMPORTANT! • Note that file deletion cannot be undone. Once you delete a file, it is gone. Make sure you really do not need a file anymore before you delete it. Especially when deleting all files, make sure you check all the files you have stored before proceeding. • A protected file cannot be deleted.
DELETING FILES IMPORTANT! Deleting All Files • If a file cannot be deleted for some reason, the message “This function is not supported for this file.” appears when you try to delete it. The following procedure deletes all unprotected files currently in memory. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [ ] ( ). 2. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All Files Delete”, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes”. • To exit the file delete operation without deleting anything, select “No”. 4.
FILE MANAGEMENT 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. Each folder can hold files numbered up to 9,999. Trying to store the 10,000th file in a folder causes the next serially numbered folder to be created. Folder names are generated as shown below. Example: Name of the 26th file Folders CIMG0026.
FILE MANAGEMENT 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to Protecting Files select “On”, and then press [SET]. Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 112). You can protect files individually or you can protect all files in memory with a single operation. • A file that is protected is indicated by the mark. To protect a single file • To unprotect a file, select “Off” in step 4, and then press [SET]. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 5. Press [MENU] to exit the menu screen. 2.
FILE MANAGEMENT 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 163) to the FAVORITE folder in built-in memory (page 163). Images in the FAVORITE folder are not displayed during normal playback, so it helps to keep your personal image private as you carry them around. FAVORITE folder images are not deleted when you change memory cards, so you can always keep them on hand. 1.
FILE MANAGEMENT 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to NOTES select “Save”, and then press [SET]. • Copying an image file with the above procedure creates a 320 x 240-pixel QVGA-size image in the FAVORITE folder. • A file copied into the FAVORITE folder is automatically assigned a file name that is a serial number. Though the serial number starts from 0001 and can go as high as 9999, the actual upper end of the range depends on built-in memory capacity.
FILE MANAGEMENT NOTE To display a file in the FAVORITE folder • Holding down [ ] or [ ] scrolls images at high speed. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and IMPORTANT! then press [ ]. • Note that a FAVORITE folder is created in the camera’s built-in memory only. No FAVORITE folder is created on a memory card when you use one.
FILE MANAGEMENT IMPORTANT! To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder • You cannot use the delete operations on page 112 to delete images from the FAVORITE folder. Performing the memory format operation (page 135), however, does delete FAVORITE folder files. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and then press [ ]. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Show”, and then press [SET]. 4. Press [ ] ( ). 5.
FILE MANAGEMENT To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and then press [ ]. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Show”, and then press [SET]. 4. Press [ ] ( ). 5. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All Files Delete”, and then press [SET]. IMPORTANT! • You cannot use the delete operations on page 112 to delete images from the FAVORITE folder.
OTHER SETTINGS OTHER SETTINGS 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 release button halfway or all the way, or perform a key operation. To configure sound settings To do this: Select this setting: Select a built-in sound Sound 1 through Sound 5 Turn off the sound Off NOTE 1.
OTHER SETTINGS 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 ] (REC) to turn on the camera. The power button or [ startup screen image does not appear if you press [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera. 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds”, and then press [ ]. 3.
OTHER SETTINGS IMPORTANT! Configuring Power Down Image Settings • You can select any one of the following types of image as the startup image. — The camera’s built-in startup image — A snapshot you recorded with the camera — An audio snapshot you recorded with the camera • The snapshot image that you select as the startup image is stored in a special memory location called “startup image memory”. Only one image can be stored in startup image memory at one time.
OTHER SETTINGS 3. Change the name of the file to one of the IMPORTANT! following. • Only a snapshot (JPEG) or movie (AVI) file can be used as the power down image. • Note that the Power Down Image feature works only with images recorded with this camera. The Power Down Image feature may not operate properly when another type of image is specified as the power down image. • Formatting the camera’s Flash memory deletes the power down image.
OTHER SETTINGS ■ To cancel Power Down Image settings Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method 1. Use the USB cable to connect the camera to Use the following procedure to specify the method for generating the serial number used for file names (page 114). your computer (page 151). 2. Change the name of the current power down 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press image from ENDING.JPG or ENDING.AVI to something else, or delete the current power down image from Flash memory.
OTHER SETTINGS 5. Press [DISP]. Using the Alarm • You could press [SET] in place of [DISP] if you want to configure the alarm without an image. 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. 6. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the scene you want To set an alarm 7.
OTHER SETTINGS Stopping the Alarm Setting the Clock 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.
OTHER SETTINGS 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “City”, and then To set the current time and date press [ ]. 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press 5. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the [MENU]. geographical area that contains location you want to select as your Home Time zone, and then press [SET]. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Adjust”, and then press [ ]. 6. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the city you want, 3. Set the current date and the time. and then press [SET]. 7.
OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Date Format Using World Time You can select from among three different formats for display of the date. You can use the World Time screen to view a time zone that is different from the home time zone when you go on a trip, etc. World Time can display the time in one of 162 cities in 32 time zones. 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. To display the World Time screen 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Date Style”, and then press [ ]. 1.
OTHER SETTINGS 6. Use [ ] and [ ] to To configure World Time settings select the city you want, and then press [SET]. 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. • This displays the current time in the city you select. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time”, and then press [ ]. • This displays the current World Time zone. 7. When the setting is the way you want, press [SET] to apply it and exit the setting screen. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “World”, and then press [ ]. 4.
OTHER SETTINGS 6. After the setting is the way you want, press To configure summer time (DST) settings [SET]. • This displays the current time in accordance with your setting. 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 7. Press [SET] again to exit the setting screen. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time”, and then press [ ]. • This displays the current World Time Settings. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “World”, and then press [ ].
OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Display Language Changing the USB Port Protocol You can use the following procedure to select one of ten language as the display language. You can use the procedure below to change the communication protocol of the camera’s USB port when connecting to a computer, printer, or other external device. Select the protocol that suits the device to which you are connecting. 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 1. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press 2.
OTHER SETTINGS • PTP (PictBridge) simplifies the transfer of image data to the connected device. • Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT) causes the camera to see the computer as an external storage device. Use this setting for normal transfer of images from the camera to a computer (using the bundled Photo Loader application).
OTHER SETTINGS To configure this operation: Select this setting: Power turns on when [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) is pressed (but does not turn off) Power On Power turns on or off when [ ] (REC) is pressed in the REC mode or [ ] (PLAY) is pressed in the PLAY mode Power On/Off Power does not turn on or off when ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) is [ pressed Disable IMPORTANT! • When “Power On/Off” is selected, pressing [ ] (REC) in the REC mode or [ ] (PLAY) in the PLAY mode turns off the camera.
OTHER SETTINGS 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.
USING A MEMORY CARD USING A MEMORY CARD You can expand the storage capabilities of your camera by using a commercially available memory card (SD memory card or MultiMediaCard). You can also copy files from built-in flash memory to a memory card and from a memory card to flash memory. IMPORTANT! • Use only an SD memory card or a MultiMediaCard with this camera. Proper operation is not guaranteed when any other type of card is used.
USING A MEMORY CARD 2. Positioning the memory Using a Memory Card card so its back is facing in the same direction as the camera’s monitor screen, carefully slide it into the card slot. 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.
USING A MEMORY CARD 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 IMPORTANT! the camera and then release it. This will cause the card to come part way out of the camera. • 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.
USING A MEMORY CARD 1. Load the memory card into the camera. Memory Card Precautions 2. Turn on the camera. Next, enter the REC • 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.
USING A MEMORY CARD 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Built-in Copying Files Card”, 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.
USING A MEMORY CARD NOTE To copy a 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. With this procedure you can copy one file at a time. 1. Perform steps 1 through 3 of the procedure under “To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card”. 2. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Card Built-in”, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to copy. 4.
PRINTING IMAGES PRINTING IMAGES ■ Printing with a Computer 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. Windows Users The camera comes bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands applications (page 175), which can be installed on a Windows computer for image transfer, management, and printing.
PRINTING IMAGES Macintosh Users The camera comes bundled with Photo Loader for the Macintosh, which can be installed for image transfer and management, but not for printing. Use commercially available software for printing with a Macintosh. For more information, see “Viewing Images on a Computer” (page 151) and “Installing the Software from the CD-ROM” (page 174).
PRINTING IMAGES 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 “PLAY” tab, 6. To turn on date stamping for the prints, press select “DPOF”, and then press [ ]. [DISP] so • 12 1 12 1 is displayed. indicates that date stamping is turned on.
PRINTING IMAGES 5. To turn on date stamping for the prints, press To configure print settings for all images [DISP] so 12 1 is displayed. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. • 2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF”, and • To turn off date stamping for the prints, press [DISP] so is not displayed. 12 1 indicates that date stamping is turned on. 12 1 then press [ ]. 6. After all the settings are the way you want, 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All images”, and press [SET] to apply them.
PRINTING IMAGES To print a single image Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT, and perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF support (page 143) also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed. • PictBridge is a standard established by the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA).
PRINTING IMAGES 4. Use the USB cable that comes with the 9. On the print menu, camera to connect the USB cradle to a printer. select “1 Image”, and then press [SET]. USB • You can use [ ] and [ ] to select the image you want to print. • You can toggle date stamping of the image on and off by pressing icon [DISP]. The indicates that date stamping is turned on. 12 • Also, connect the AC adaptor to the USB cradle and plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet. 1 10.
PRINTING IMAGES • To print again, repeat the above from step 9. To print a group of images 11. After you are finished printing, press the USB 1. Use the DPOF procedure on page 144 to cradle’s [USB] button, and then turn off the camera. specify the images in file memory that you want to print. 2. Perform steps 1 through 8 of the procedure under “To print a single image” on page 146. 3. On the print menu, select “DPOF”, and then press [SET]. 4.
PRINTING IMAGES • A message appears on the monitor screen, followed by the DPOF setting screen (page 144), if there are no DPOF settings currently configured on the camera to control the printing operation. If this happens, configure the required DPOF settings and then perform step 6 of the above procedure again. Printing Precautions • See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about print quality and paper settings.
PRINTING IMAGES PRINT Image Matching II Exif Print Images include PRINT Image Matching II data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching II reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you intended when you recorded them. 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.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER After using the USB cradle to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to view images in file memory and copy images to your computer’s 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.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 1. What you should do first depends on whether IMPORTANT! your computer is running under Windows 98, Me/2000 or Windows XP. • If you want to transfer files from the camera’s built-in memory to a computer, make sure there is no memory card loaded in the camera before you place it onto the USB cradle. • If battery goes low while you are not using the AC adaptor, data communication may stop and the camera may shut down.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 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. [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.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 7. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled 8. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press the with the camera to the USB cradle and your computer’s USB port. camera’s [MENU] button. 9. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and USB port USB cable (bundled) then press [ ]. Connector B 10. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT)”, and then press [SET]. Connector A 11. After making sure the camera is turned off, place the camera onto the USB cradle.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 12. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. 13. 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 camera’s 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]. 14.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER ■ Windows 98, 2000, Me IMPORTANT! 1. In the camera’s file memory (Removable Disk), rightclick the “Dcim” folder. • Never use your computer to edit, delete, move, or rename images stored in file memory. Doing so can cause problems with the image management data used by the camera, which may make it impossible to display images on the camera or it may cause a large error in the number of images value displayed by the camera.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER USB Connection Precautions Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer • Be sure to read the documentation that comes with your computer for other important information about USB connections. • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to “burn in” on the screen. • Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera or USB cradle operation while data communication is in progress.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! • If you want to transfer files from the camera’s 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.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 2. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled 3. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press the with the camera to the USB cradle and your computer’s USB port. USB port USB cable (bundled) camera’s [MENU] button. 4. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and then press [ ]. Connector B 5. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT)”, and then press [SET]. 6. After making sure the camera is turned off, Connector A place the camera onto the USB cradle.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 7. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. 11. To copy all the files in file memory to your Macintosh hard disk, drag the “DCIM” folder to the folder to which you want to copy it. • Pressing the [USB] button enters the USB mode, which causes the USB cradle’s [USB] lamp to light green (page 187). IMPORTANT! 8. Your Macintosh will see the camera’s file • Never use your computer to edit, delete, move, or rename images stored in file memory.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER USB Connection Precautions Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer • Be sure to read the documentation that comes with your computer for other important information about USB connections. • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to “burn in” on the screen. • Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera or USB cradle operation while data communication is in progress.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using a Commercially Available SD Memory Card Reader/Writer See the user documentation that comes with the SD memory card reader/writer for details about how to use it. Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer The procedures in this section describe how to transfer images from the camera to your computer using a memory card. Using a Computer with a Built-in SD Memory Card Slot Insert the SD memory card directly into the slot.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Memory Directory 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. ■ Directory Structure <¥DCIM¥> 100CASIO CIMG0001.JPG CIMG0002.AVI CIMG0003.WAV CIMG0004.JPG CIMG0004.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER ■ Folder and File Contents • FAVORITE folder Folder that contains Favorites image files (Image Size: 320 x 240 pixels) • 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.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Image Files Supported by the Camera Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions • Image files recorded with the CASIO EX-Z30/EX-Z40 Digital Camera • DCF protocol image files • Note that the folder named “DCIM” is the parent (top) folder of all the files in memory. When transferring memory contents to a hard disk, CD-R, MO disk, or other external storage, treat all the contents inside a DCIM folder as a set and always keep them together.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 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.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. IMPORTANT! • Never open the battery compartment cover or remove the memory card from the camera while an album is being created. Doing so not only runs the risk of certain album files being skipped, it can also result in image data and other data in memory being corrupted. • If memory becomes full while an album is being created, the message “Memory Full” appears on the monitor screen and album creation is terminated.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 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 “PLAY” tab, select “Create 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Album”, and then press [ ]. 2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Create 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Set Up”, and then Album”, and then press [ ]. press [ ]. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Layout”. 4.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ■ Background Color ■ 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. ■ Album Type There are two album types: “Normal” and “Index/Info”.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ■ Auto Album Creation On/Off NOTE • Depending on the number of images in memory, it can take quite a bit of time to complete auto album creation when you turn off the camera. If you do not plan to use the album feature, we suggest that you keep auto album creation turned off, which shortens the amount of time the camera takes to power down completely. This setting controls whether an album is created automatically whenever you turn off the camera.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 4. If you created the album after selecting Viewing Album Files “Index/Info” as the album type under “Configuring Detailed Album Settings” on page 168, you can click one of the following display options. You can view and print album files using your computer’s Web browser application. 1. Use your computer to access the data in built- Album : Displays an album created by the camera.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER • The following describes the information that appears on the Info Screen.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER NOTES 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.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 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 “PLAY” tab, select “Create Album”, About the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) and then press [왘]. 3.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Photo Loader (for Windows/Macintosh) This application automatically transfers image, audio snapshot, and voice recording WAV files from the camera to your computer. Photo Loader automatically stores transferred files in folders named using the current date (year, month, day) and generates HTML files that make it possible to view images using a web browser. Photo Loader (Windows version only) also includes a feature that simplifies the task of attaching images to e-mail.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Macintosh Computer System Requirements Computer system requirements depend on each of the applications, as described below.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows • For details about Windows minimum system requirements, see the “Readme” file on the CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) that comes bundled with the camera. • For details about Macintosh minimum system requirements, use a Web browser application to read the contents of the “readme” file on the CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) that comes bundled with the camera.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Getting Started Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CDROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu application, which displays a menu screen on your computer. You should always read the “Read me” file for any application before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application. • The menu application may not start up automatically on some computers.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Installing an Application Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 1. Click the “Install” button for the application 1. In the “Manual” area, click the name of the you want to install. manual you want to read. 2. Follow the instructions that appear on your IMPORTANT! computer screen. • You need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer to read user documentation files.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER User Registration Installing Software from the CD-ROM on a Macintosh 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. 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 “Register” button. Installing Software • This starts up your Web browser and accesses the user registration website.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ■ To install Photo Loader Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) To perform the following procedures, you must have Acrobat Reader installed on your Macintosh. You can download the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader by visiting the Adobe Systems website. 1. Open the folder named “Photo Loader”. 2. Open the folder named “English”, and then open the file named “Important”. ■ To view the camera user’s guide 3.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ■ To read 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 user Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following CASIO website to register: http://world.casio.
APPENDIX APPENDIX ISO Menu Reference The following shows lists of menus that appear in the REC mode and PLAY mode, and their settings. • The settings that are underlined in the following table are initial defaults.
APPENDIX ■ PLAY mode ● Set Up tab menu Sounds Startup / Half Shutter /Shutter / Operation / Volume Startup File No. On (Selectable image) / Off Continue / Reset World Time Home / World Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.) Date Style World Time setup (city, DST, etc.
APPENDIX ● Set Up tab menu Indicator Lamp Reference Sounds Startup / Half Shutter /Shutter / Operation / Volume Startup File No. On (Selectable image) / Off Continue / Reset World Time Home / World Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.) Date Style World Time setup (city, DST, etc.
APPENDIX REC mode Operation Lamp Self-timer Operation Lamp Lamp Green Red Green Meaning Red Operational (Power on, recording Lit enabled) Flash is charging. Pattern 3 Lit Pattern 3 Lit Cannot Auto Focus. Monitor screen is off. Pattern 2 Storing image Storing movie / performing noise Pattern 1 Pattern 1 Pattern 2 (10 to 3 seconds) Self-timer countdown (3 to 0 seconds) Cannot charge flash. Pattern 2 Memory card problem / Memory card is unformatted. / BESTSHOT setup cannot be registered.
APPENDIX PLAY mode Operation Lamp Green Red USB Cradle Indicator Lamps Self-timer Lamp 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 Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible Cause Power does not turn on. 1) The battery is not oriented correctly. 2) The battery is dead. 1) Orient the battery correctly (page 26). 2) Charge the battery (page 28). If the battery goes dead soon after being charged, it means the battery has reached the end of its life and needs to be replaced. Purchase a separately available NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery. Camera suddenly powers down. 1) Auto Power Off activated (page 38).
APPENDIX Image Recording 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. 2) The battery is dead. 3) The camera is in the Movie mode. 4) A scene that selects (flash off) as the flash mode is selected in the BESTSHOT Mode.
APPENDIX Possible Cause Action 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.
APPENDIX ■ 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.
APPENDIX Display Messages Alarm setting complete. This message appears after you change the alarm setting. Battery is low. The battery is dead. Can not find the file. The camera cannot find the image specified by the slideshow “Images” setting. Specify another image (page 104). Cannot register any more files. Card ERROR • You are attempting to register a BESTSHOT setup when the “SCENE” folder already contains 999 setups.
APPENDIX The card is locked. 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. Specifications Main Specifications Product ............................... Digital Camera Model .................................. EX-Z30/EX-Z40 There are no printing There are no DPOF settings specifying images and images. the number of copies of each for printing.
APPENDIX • EX-Z40 2304 x 1728 2304 x 1536 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 640 x 480 Movies .................................
APPENDIX • Movies (320 x 240 pixels) Data Size Approximate Focus Range (from lens surface) Normal ............................. 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) Macro .............................. 6cm to 50cm (2.4˝ to 19.7˝) In the Macro mode, the optical zoom range is 1X to 1.8X. 300KB/second max. Delete .................................. Single-file, all files (with protection) Exposure Control Light Metering ................. Multi-pattern by CCD Exposure .........................
APPENDIX ■ Power Requirements Audio Recording Time Audio Snapshot ............... Approximately 30 seconds maximum per image Voice Recording .............. Approximately 40 minutes with built-in memory After Recording ............... Approximately 30 seconds maximum per image Power Requirements ........
APPENDIX ■ Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-40) *2 Continuous Recording Conditions • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) • Monitor screen: On • Flash: Off • Image recorded every 10 seconds, alternating full wide-angle and full telephoto zoom Rated Voltage .................... 3.7 V Rated Capacitance ............ 1230 mAh Operating Temperature Range ..................................
APPENDIX ■ Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type) Power Supply • Use only the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported. • This camera does not have a separate battery for the clock. The date and time settings of the camera are cleared whenever power is totally cut off (from both the battery and USB cradle). Be sure to reconfigure these settings after power is interrupted (page 42). Power Requirement ..........