Casio Exilim EX-M20U User manual

E
Digital Camera
EX-S20U/EX-M20U
User’s Guide
K858PCM2DMX
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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.
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EX-M20U

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INTRODUCTION
Unpacking
Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your
dealer as soon as possible.
Camera Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-20)
CD-ROM
USB Cradle (CA-23)
USB Cable
Basic Reference
Strap
Special AC Adaptor
(AD-C51J)
LCD Remote Controller Stereo Headphones
*Comes with
EX-M20U only
*Comes with
EX-M20U only
EX-M20U

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Contents
2INTRODUCTION
Unpacking .................................................................... 2
Features ....................................................................... 9
Precautions .................................................................11
General Precautions 11
Data Error Precautions 13
Operating conditions 13
Condensation 14
Lens 14
Other 15
16 QUICK START GUIDE
First, charge the battery! ............................................ 16
To configure display language and clock settings ..... 17
To record an image .................................................... 18
To view a recorded image .......................................... 18
To delete an image ..................................................... 19
20 GETTING READY
About This Manual ..................................................... 20
General Guide ............................................................ 21
Camera 21
USB Cradle 22
Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 23
REC mode 23
PLAY mode 24
Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 25
Indicator Lamps .......................................................... 25
Attaching the Strap .................................................... 26
Power Requirements ................................................. 26
To load the battery 26
To charge the battery 28
Power Supply Precautions 32
Turning the Camera On and Off 35
Auto Power Off (APO) 36
Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 37
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 39
To configure display language and clock settings 40

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43 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Recording an Image ................................................... 43
Aiming the Camera 43
Recording an lmage 44
About the REC Mode Monitor Screen 45
Recording Precautions 45
Using Zoom ................................................................ 46
Using the Flash .......................................................... 47
Flash Precautions 49
Recording Macro Images ........................................... 50
Using the Self-timer ................................................... 51
Specifying Image Size and Quality ............................ 52
To specify the image size 52
To specify image quality 53
55 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 55
Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 56
Adjusting White Balance Manually 57
Using the BESTSHOT Mode ..................................... 58
Creating Your Own BESTSHOT Setup 60
Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image
(Coupling Shot) .......................................................... 62
Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background
Image (Pre-shot) ........................................................ 64
Recording Audio (EX-M20U Only) ............................. 66
Adding Audio to a Snapshot 66
Recording Your Voice 67
Using the Histogram .................................................. 69
REC Mode Camera Settings ..................................... 70
Specifying ISO Sensitivity 70
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off 71
Turning Image Review On and Off 72
Assigning Functions to the [] and [] Keys 72
Assigning Functions to the [] and [] Keys 73
Specifying Power On Default Settings 74
Resetting the Camera 75
76 PLAYBACK
Basic Playback Operation .......................................... 76
Playing an Audio Snapshot (EX-M20U Only) 77
Flipping the Display .................................................... 78
Zooming the Display Image ....................................... 79
Resizing an Image ..................................................... 80
Cropping an Image..................................................... 81
Displaying the Calendar Screen ................................ 82
Playing a Slide Show ................................................. 83
To specify the slideshow images 85
To specify the slideshow time 86
To set the slideshow interval 86
Using the Photo Stand Feature 87

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Rotating the Display Image........................................ 88
Using Image Roulette ................................................ 89
Adding Audio to a Snapshot (EX-M20U Only) .......... 90
To re-record audio 91
Playing Back a Voice Recording File
(EX-M20U Only) ......................................................... 92
93 DELETING FILES
Deleting a Single File ................................................. 93
Deleting All Files ........................................................ 94
95 FILE MANAGEMENT
Folders ....................................................................... 95
Memory Folders and Files 95
Protecting Files .......................................................... 96
To protect a single file 96
To protect all files in memory 97
DPOF .......................................................................... 97
To configure print settings for a single image 98
To configure print settings for all images 99
PRINT Image Matching II ............................................. 100
Exif Print ................................................................... 100
Using USB DIRECT-PRINT ..................................... 101
Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 103
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder 103
To display a file in the FAVORITE folder 104
To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 105
To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 106
107 OTHER SETTINGS
Turning the Key Tone On and Off (EX-S20U) ......... 107
Configuring Sound Settings (EX-M20U).................. 107
To configure sound settings 107
To set the volume level 108
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 109
Configuring Power Down Image Settings.................110
Specifying the File Name Serial Number
Generation Method ...................................................112
Using the Alarm .........................................................113
To set an alarm 113
Stopping the Alarm 114
Setting the Clock .......................................................114
To select your Home Time zone 114
To set the current time and date 115
Changing the Date Format 116
Using World Time ......................................................116
To display the World Time screen 116
To configure World Time settings 117
To configure summer time (DST) settings 118

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Changing the Display Language .............................. 119
Formatting Built-in Memory.......................................119
121 USING A MEMORY CARD
Using a Memory Card .............................................. 122
To insert a memory card into the camera 122
To remove a memory card from the camera 122
Formatting a Memory Card 123
Memory Card Precautions 124
Copying Files ........................................................... 125
To copy all the files in built-in memory
to a memory card 125
To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory 126
127 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 127
USB Connection Precautions 131
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer....... 132
USB Connection Precautions 135
Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer . 135
Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images
to a Computer .......................................................... 136
Memory Data ............................................................ 137
DCF Protocol 137
Memory Directory Structure 137
Image Files Supported by the Camera 139
Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions 139
140 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER
Using the Album Feature ......................................... 140
Creating an album 140
Selecting an Album Layout 141
Configuring Detailed Album Settings 142
Viewing Album Files 144
Saving an Album 147
Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 147
About the bundled CD-ROM 147
Computer System Requirements 148
Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows ... 149
Getting Started 149
Viewing the Contents of the “Read me”File 150
Installing an Application 150
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 151
User Registration 151
Exiting the Menu Application 151
Installing Software from the CD-ROM on a
Macintosh ................................................................. 152
Installing Software 152
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 153

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154 PLAYING AN AUDIO FILE (EX-M20U Only)
Transferring Audio Files to the Camera ................... 154
Preparing the Camera for Audio Player Operation ... 155
Using the Camera as an Audio Player .................... 156
General Guide 156
Basic Remote Controller Operations 158
Playing Back Audio Files ......................................... 159
Specifying the Audio Playback Mode 159
Playing Back Tracks Randomly 159
Selecting a Specific Track for Playback 160
Specifying the Track Playback Sequence 161
Using BASS BOOST 163
Deleting MP3 Files from File Memory ..................... 164
Deleting a Single MP3 File 165
Deleting All MP3 Files 166
Disabling Remote Controller Button Operations ..... 166
LCD Remote Control Error Messages ..................... 167
Audio Playback Precautions .................................... 167
168 APPENDIX
Menu Reference ....................................................... 168
Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 170
Camera Indicator Lamps 170
USB Cradle Indicator Lamps 172
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 173
Display Messages 176
Specifications ........................................................... 177
Main Specifications 177

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IMPORTANT!
•The contents of this manual are subject to change
without notice.
•CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from
the use of this manual.
•CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties
which may arise through the use of the EX-S20U/EX-
M20U.
•CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held
liable for any damages or losses suffered by you or
any third party due to the use of Photo Loader and/or
Photohands.
•CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any damage or loss caused by
deletion of data as a result of malfunction, repairs, or
battery replacement. Be sure to back up all important
data on other media to protect against its loss.
• The SD logo is a registered trademark.
• Windows, Internet Explorer, and DirectX are
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple
Computer, Inc.
• MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon
Technologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the
MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA).
• Acrobat and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of
Adobe Systems Incorporated.
• The USB driver (mass storage) uses Phoenix
Technologies Ltd. software.
Compatibility Software Copyright C 1997
Phoenix Technologies Ltd., All Rights Reserved.
• MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed
from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson Multimedia.
• Other company, product and service names used
herein may also be trademarks or service marks of
others.
• Photo Loader and Photohands are the property of
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except as stipulated
above, all copyrights and other related rights to these
applications revert to CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.
■Copyright Restrictions
Except for the purposes of your own personal enjoyment,
unauthorized copying of snapshot files, audio files, and
music files violates copyright laws and international
contracts. Distribution to third parties of such files over the
Internet without permission of the copyright holder, whether
for profit or for free, violates copyright laws and
international contracts.

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Features
•2.0 million Effective Pixels
A high-resolution megapixel CCD provides 2.0 million
effective pixels (2.11 million total pixels) for images that
print beautifully.
•Fixed focus lens for quick operation
Fixed focus eliminates the need for lens movement, which
shortens startup time and shooting time.
•Macro Function
Text images come out clear and easy-to read.
•Compact electric lens barrier
Protects the lens against damage.
•1.6-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen
•4X digital zoom
•10 MB Flash memory
Images can be recorded without using a memory card.
•Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia
Cards) for memory expansion
•Easy Charging
Just place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge its
battery.
•Easy Image Transfer
Transfer images to a computer simply by placing the
camera onto the USB cradle.
•Photo Stand feature
A slideshow of images in file memory can be played while
the camera is on its USB cradle.
•BESTSHOT
Simply select the sample scene that matches the type of
image you are trying to record and the camera performs
troublesome setups automatically for beautiful pictures
every time.
•Coupling Shot and Pre-shot
Coupling Shot lets you combine two subjects into a single
image, while Pre-shot lets you add a subject to a
previously recorded background image. This means you
can create images that include you and your friend, even
if you are the only two people around. You can use
Coupling Shot and Pre-shot by selecting the applicable
sample images in the BESTSHOT mode.
•Image Roulette Feature
Images cycle like a slot machine on the display until one
of them remains.
•Triple Self-timer mode
The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times,
automatically.

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•Real-time histogram
An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you
view the effect on overall image brightness, which makes
shooting under difficult lighting conditions easier than
ever before.
•World Time
A simple operation sets the current time for your current
location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time
zones.
•Alarm
A built-in alarm helps to keep you on time for important
events, and even can be used in place of an alarm clock.
You can also have a specific image appear on the
monitor screen when the alarm time is reached.
•Album Function
HTML files are generated automatically to create an
album of recorded images. Album contents can be viewed
and printed using a standard Web browser. Images can
also be incorporated into Web pages quickly and easily.
•Calendar screen
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.
•DCF Data Storage
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage
protocol provides image inter-compatibility between the
digital camera and printers.
•Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)
Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want
using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used
when specifying images and quantities for printing by
professional print services.
•PRINT Image Matching II Compatible
Images include PRINT Image Matching II data (mode
setting and other camera setup information). A printer that
supports PRINT Image Matching II reads this data and
adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images
come out just the way you intended when you recorded
them.
•USB DIRECT-PRINT support
Your camera supports USB DIRECT-PRINT, which was
developed by Seiko Epson Corporation. When connected
directly to a printer that supports USB DIRECT-PRINT,
you can select images to print and start the print
operation directly from the camera.
•Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands
Your camera comes bundled with Photo Loader, the
popular application that automatically loads images from
your camera to your PC. Also included is Photohands, an
application that makes image retouching quick and easy.

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*EX-M20U Only
•Snapshot + Audio Mode
Adds audio to a snapshot.
•Voice Recording
Quick and easy recording of voice input.
•After Recording
Adds audio to images after they are recorded.
•Audio Player Capabilities
Use the camera to play back music data from standard
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3/MPEG-2 Audio Layer-3)
files.
•Selectable Sound Settings
You can configure different sounds to play whenever you
turn on the camera, press the shutter release button, or
perform a key operation.
Precautions
General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the EX-S20U/EX-M20U.
All references in this manual to “this camera”and “the
camera”refer to the CASIO EX-S20U/EX-M20U Digital
Camera.
•Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while
operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so
creates the danger of serious accident.
•Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your
own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the
risk of electric shock when exposed. Always leave
maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized
service center.
•Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the
camera’s viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight.
•Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out
of the reach of small children. If swallowed accidentally,
contact your physician immediately.
•Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating
a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with the driver’s
vision and create the danger of accident.

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•Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subject’s
eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage
if it is fired too close to the eyes. This is especially true
with young children. When using the flash, the camera
should be at least one meter (3.3´) from the eyes of the
subject.
•Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and
never let it get wet. Moisture creates the danger of fire
and electric shock. Never use the camera outdoors in the
rain or snow, at the seashore or beach, in the bathroom,
etc.
•Should foreign matter or water ever get into the camera,
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera’s battery
and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power
outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center. Using the camera under these
conditions creates the danger of fire and electric shock.
•Should you ever notice smoke or a strange odor coming
out of the camera, immediately turn it off. Next, taking
care you do not burn your fingers, remove the camera’s
battery and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the
power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center. Using the camera under these
conditions creates the danger of fire and electric shock.
After making sure there is no more smoke coming from
the camera, take it to your nearest CASIO authorized
service center for repair. Never attempt your own
maintenance.
•Never use the AC adaptor to power any other device
besides this camera. Never use any other AC adaptor
besides the one that comes with this camera.
•Never cover the AC adaptor with a quilt, blanket, or other
cover while it is in use, and do not use it near a heater.
•At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor power cord
from the power outlet and clean the area around the
prongs of the plug. Dust build up around the prongs can
create the danger of fire.
•If the camera’s case should ever become cracked due to
dropping it or otherwise subjecting it to rough treatment,
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera’s battery
and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power
outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center.
•Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other
areas where its use is prohibited. Doing so can result in
an accident.
•Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can
cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Be
sure to always keep backup copies of data by transferring
them to personal computer memory.
•Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor
from the camera, or unplug the AC adaptor from the wall
socket while recording images. Doing so will not only
make storage of the current image impossible, it can also
corrupt other image data already stored in file memory.

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Data Error Precautions
•Your digital camera is manufactured using precision
digital components. Any of the following creates the risk
of corruption of data in file memory.
—Removing the battery or memory card, or setting the
camera onto the USB cradle while the camera is
performing a record or memory access operation
—Removing the battery, removing the memory card, or
placing the camera onto the USB cradle while the
operation/flash charge lamp is still flashing after you
turn off the camera
—Disconnecting the USB cable, removing the camera
from the USB cradle, or disconnecting the AC adaptor
from the USB cradle while a data communication
operation is being performed
—Using low battery
—Other abnormal operations
Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to
appear on the monitor screen (page 176). Follow the
instructions provided by the message to eliminate the
cause of the error.
Operating conditions
•This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
•Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas.
—In areas subject to direct sunlight
—In areas subject to high humidity or dust
—Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject
to temperature extremes
—Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the
sun
—In areas subject to strong vibration

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Condensation
•When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or
otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature,
there is the possibility that condensation can form on the
exterior or on interior components. Condensation can
cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid
exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.
•To keep condensation from forming, place the camera
into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is
much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave
it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a
chance to reach the same temperature as the new
location. If condensation does form, remove the battery
from the camera and leave the battery cover open for a
few hours.
Lens
•Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of
the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause
malfunction.
•Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can
interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the
lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles
from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them
off. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens
cloth.

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Other
•Take care never to sit down with the camera in the pocket
of your slacks or otherwise subject the camera to severe
stress. Doing so can crack the LCD monitor screen.
•The camera may become slightly warm during use. This
does not indicate malfunction.
•If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a
soft, dry cloth.

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QUICK START GUIDE
First, charge the battery!
1. Load the battery (page 26). 2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the
battery (page 28).
•It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge.
1
2
3
MENU
DISP
2
1

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1. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2. Press [], [], [], and [] to select the language you
want.
3. Press [SET] to register the language setting.
4. Use [], [], [], and [] to select the geographical
area you want, and then press [SET].
5. Use [] and [] to select the city you want, and then
press [SET].
6. Use [] and [] to select the summer time (DST)
setting you want, and then press [SET].
7. Use [] and [] to select the date format setting you
want, and then press [SET].
8. Set the date and the time.
9. Press [SET] to register the clock settings and exit the
setting screen.
MENU
DISP
1
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
To configure display language and clock settings
IMPORTANT!
•Be sure to configure the following settings
before using the camera to record images
(See page 40 for details).

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1. Press the power button to turn on the
camera.
2. Align the mode selector with “ ” (PLAY).
3. Use [] and [] to scroll through the images
on the monitor screen.
MENU
DISP
3
1
To view a recorded image
(See page 76 for details.)
1. Press the power button to turn on the
camera.
2. Align the mode selector with “ ” (REC).
3. Point the camera at the subject, use the
monitor screen or viewfinder to compose the
image.
4. Holding the camera still, gently press the
shutter release button.
To record an image
(See page 44 for details.)
MENU
DISP
1
4
2
3

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1. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2. Align the mode selector with “ ” (PLAY).
3. Press [] ( ).
4. Use [] and [] to display the image you want to delete.
5. Use [] and [] to select “Delete”.
•To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select
“Cancel”.
6. Press [SET] to delete the image.
To delete an image
(See page 93 for details.)
MENU
DISP
1
3, 4, 5, 6

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GETTING READY
This section contains information about things you need to
know about and do before trying to use the camera.
About This Manual
This section contains information about the conventions
used in this manual.
■Terminology
The following table defines the terminology used in this
manual.
■Button Operations
Button operations are indicated by the button name inside
of brackets ([ ]).
■On-screen Text
On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation
marks (“”).
■File Memory
The term “file memory”in this manual is a general term that
refers to the location where your camera is currently storing
the images you record. File memory can be any one of the
following three locations.
•The camera’s built-in Flash memory
•An SD memory card loaded in the camera
•A MultiMediaCard loaded in the camera
For more information about how the camera stores images,
see page 95.
This term as used in this
manual:
“this camera”or “the
camera”
“file memory”
“battery”
“optional charger unit”
Means this:
The CASIO EX-S20U/EX-
M20U Digital Camera
The location where the
camera is currently storing
images you record (page 44)
The NP-20 Rechargeable
Lithium Ion Battery
The optionally available
CASIO BC-10L Charger Unit