Konica Minolta KD-310Z User manual

Digital Still Camera
Thank you for your purchase. For the correct usage of this product,
please read this User’s Manual and warranty card carefully and
keep them in a safe place for future reference.
Before accepting the warranty card, please make sure that the
date of purchase and the dealer’s details have been completed.
User’s Guide

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Getting Started
Please be sure to read this manual before use.
• Test shooting
Be sure to take some test shots before taking important pictures
(such as business or weddings) to make sure that the camera is
working properly.
• Results are not guaranteed
In the unlikely event that a problem arises in shooting or reproducing
pictures due to the camera or memory card used, please understand
that no compensation can be made.
• Be aware of Copyright
Any pictures that you take of existing images may be used for
personal use only. Copyright law prohibits the use of pictures without
the permission of the rightful owner. Also, please note that some
occasions of the performing arts, demonstrations and exhibitions
may restrict photography even for the purpose of personal
enjoyment.
Caution for Extended Camera Use:
The camera body may become hot when used for a long period of
time, but it doesn’t mean that the camera is broken. However, if the
camera keeps touching the skin for a long time, this may cause a
cryogenic burn. Please be careful with it.
About trademarks
• Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows XP, Windows 2000
Professional and Windows Me are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other
countries.
• Apple, Macintosh, Mac OS, QuickTime and Power PC are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer in the
U.S. and other countries.
• Other company names and product names are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
* The illustrations in this guide are for the purpose of explanation
and may differ from the actual design of your camera.

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Important Safety Precautions ................................................ 6
Preparation
Necessary Accessories ......................................................... 11
Names of Parts ...................................................................... 14
Camera Body ....................................................................... 14
Operation Buttons ............................................................... 16
Attaching the Strap ............................................................... 17
Preparing the Power Supply ................................................ 18
Charging the (supplied) Battery Pack ................................. 18
Installing the (supplied) Battery Pack ................................. 19
Connecting the AC Adapter (sold separately) .................... 22
Turning the Power ON/OFF ................................................. 23
Setting the Menu Language/Date and Time ..................... 24
Inserting/Removing Cards ................................................... 26
Basic Operation
Taking Pictures ...................................................................... 29
Holding Your Camera .......................................................... 29
Viewfinder and Indicator LEDs............................................ 29
Taking Pictures using the Viewfinder .................................. 31
Shooting with Focus Lock ................................................... 34
Taking Pictures using the LCD Monitor .............................. 35
Selecting the Shooting Mode .............................................. 38
AUTO (Auto Flash) .............................................................. 39
Red-Eye Reduction ...................................................... 39
Fill-In ............................................................................. 40
Slow-Sync ..................................................................... 40
Off (Flash Override) ...................................................... 40
Macro-photo Mode ....................................................... 41
Distant View Mode ........................................................ 41
Self-Timer Mode ........................................................... 41
Advanced Shooting
Using the REC Menu ............................................................. 42
Setting with the REC (BASIC) Menu .................................. 42
Contents

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Contents (Cont’d)
Selecting the Image Size .................................................... 43
Shooting Movies .................................................................. 45
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor ..................... 47
Selecting the Set-up Menu .................................................. 48
Setting with the REC (DETAILS) Menu .............................. 49
Returning to Default Settings .............................................. 50
Selecting a Combination of Image Sizes and
Compression Ratios ..................................................... 51
Adjusting Exposure Compensation ..................................... 53
Adjusting White Balance ..................................................... 54
Using the Digital Zoom ........................................................ 55
Changing Auto-Exposure (AE) Modes ................................ 56
Changing to the Slow Shutter Speed Mode ....................... 57
Taking Sepia Tone Photos ................................................... 58
Basic Playback/Erasing
Playback .................................................................................. 59
Playing Back Pre-recorded Images .................................... 59
Playing Back Movies ........................................................... 61
Playing Back Enlarged Images (Digital Zoom) ................... 62
Using the Quick-view Function ........................................... 63
Erasing the Playback Image ................................................. 64
Advanced Playback/Erasing
Using the PLAY Menu ........................................................... 65
Viewing Multiple Pages at Once (Index Playback) ............. 66
Copying an Image ............................................................... 67
Erasing Unwanted Images .................................................. 70
Adjusting LCD Monitor Brightness ...................................... 73
Selecting/Deselecting Images to Print (DPOF) .................. 74
Reducing Image Size (Resizing) ........................................ 78
Setting/Canceling Protection for Your Important Images ... 79
Moving the Image Data to Another Memory Card .............. 82
Playing a Slide Show ........................................................... 85

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Contents (Cont’d)
Selecting the Set-up Menu .................................................. 85
Advanced Operations
Using the Set-up Menu ........................................................ 86
Formatting a Memory Card ................................................. 87
REC Menu Settings ............................................................. 88
Quick View Settings ............................................................. 88
Make so the Image Information is not displayed ................ 89
Setting the Operation Sounds ............................................. 89
Adjusting the Date and Time ............................................... 90
Setting the Self-timer Delay Time ....................................... 90
Setting the Auto Power-OFF Time ...................................... 91
Resetting the File Numbers ................................................ 91
Setting Memory Priority ...................................................... 92
Changing Languages .......................................................... 92
Restoring the Default Settings ............................................ 93
Others
Connecting to your PC .......................................................... 94
Operating Environments ..................................................... 94
Connecting with a USB cable ............................................. 95
Downloading (transferring) Images ..................................... 96
Installing software from the CD-ROM supplied ................ 98
Installing USB Driver Software ........................................... 98
Using Windows .................................................................. 100
Using Macintosh ................................................................ 102
When Carrying the Camera Overseas ............................... 103
Care and Storage ................................................................. 104
Troubleshooting .................................................................. 106
Main Specifications ............................................................. 108
Warranty and After-sales Service ...................................... 110

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!
Important Safety Precautions
This product has been designed with safety in mind; however, please
read the following display marks, warnings and cautions for its correct
usage.
The following warning and caution symbols are to prevent damage to
the user, other persons and property.
Definitions of the symbols
The following categories explain the degree of danger or
damage that may occur if the displayed content is not
followed or the product is misused.
Warning
This symbol indicates that misuse may result in serious
injury and even death.
Caution
This symbol indicates that misuse may result in bodily injury
or physical damage.
The following categories explain the contents to be
followed using symbols.
This symbol indicates that the content requires caution
when performed.
This symbol indicates that the content is prohibited.
This symbol indicates that the content must always be
followed.

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Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d)
Warning
Should any of the following occur, stop using the product
immediately. Remove the batteries from the unit and
disconnect the AC adapter. If using the AC adapter,
disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet.
Consult the dealer from whom you bought the product for
further assistance.
Continued use of the product may result in fire or electrical
shock.
• If you notice any abnormality such as smoke or an
abnormal smell, or if the camera becomes extremely hot.
• If liquid gets inside the camera.
• If any foreign object gets inside the camera.
Do not dismantle, modify or repair the camera yourself.
Fire and/or electrical shock may occur as a result.
For repair or internal inspection, consult the dealer from
whom you bought the product.
Do not allow the camera to get wet.
Fire, electrical shock and/or malfunction of the unit may occur
if internal parts are exposed to water or other liquids.
Do not drop or insert metal objects or combustible items
inside the camera.
Fire, electrical shock and/or malfunction of the unit may occur
as a result of metal objects, etc. getting inside the camera.
Do not use the camera while driving.
May cause traffic accidents.
When using the camera while walking, pay attention to the
road surface, surroundings, etc.
Do not use the camera on unstable ground.
Serious injury and even death may occur as a result
especially when falling from high places.

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Warning
Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d)
Do not directly look at the sun through the viewfinder.
Loss of or impaired eyesight may result.
Do not touch the metal parts on the camera during thunder
and lighting.
Death may occur if lighting strikes the camera.
Do not use AC adapters other than those specified.
Fire may occur as a result of AC adapters other than those
specified being used.
Do not dismantle, short-circuit, coat (solder, etc.), apply
heat, apply pressure (with nail, etc.) to the battery, or throw
into a fire. Furthermore, do not allow metals (wires,
necklaces, etc.) to come into contact with batteries.
Fluid leakage, heat, fire and damage may occur as a result.
Caution
Do not point the lens directly at the sun or at a strong light
source.
Malfunction of internal parts may occur from concentrated
rays of light. Using the camera in such conditions may cause
short circuits and breakdown of insulation, resulting in
overheating and/or fire.
Take care not to get fingers caught in the battery/card cover.
Personal injury may occur as a result.
When using the camera inside an airplane, follow the
directions of the airline company.
Electric waves emitted from the camera may affect airplane
cockpit instruments.
Do not use the flash near eyes.
Eye injury may occur as a result.

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Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d)
Caution
When taking a picture, wipe off the flash surface and be
careful not to cover the flash.
If the flash surface is dirty or you take a shot with the flash
covered, it is possible for the flash surface quality or color to
change, due to the high temperature of the flash.
Check that the polarity is correct when inserting batteries.
The battery may heat, damage or leak if the polarity is not
correct, possibly causing skin burns and/or personal injury
as a result.
Do not use batteries which have become soiled with oil or
sweat.
If soiled, wipe the contacts with a dry cloth before use.
When cleaning or carrying out non-photographic
operations on the camera, disconnect the AC adapter for
safety.
Do not leave the camera in locations such as:
• A location exposed to direct sunlight or inside a car, etc.
where the temperature may become extremely high.
Fire and/or damage to the unit may occur.
• Within the reach of children.
The strap may wrap around the neck causing strangulation,
or accessories such as batteries, Memory Card, etc. may
be swallowed.
• Unstable surfaces such as on an unstable table or an
angled surface.
Camera dropping on the head or other body parts may not
only cause personal injury but malfunction of the unit as
well.
• A location exposed to lampblack, steam, high humidity,
dust or vibration.
If dust or liquid enters the camera or if the internal parts
are damaged by strong vibration, overheating, fire or
electrical shock may occur as a result.

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Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d)
Caution
Remove the batteries when the camera will not be used
for an extended period.
Do not use force when operating the camera.
The camera may become damaged, causing personal injury
as a result.
Do not rotate the camera when mounting on a tripod.
About battery fluid leakage
• Should battery fluid leaks ever come into contact with
hands or clothing, wash immediately with water.
• Loss of eyesight may occur if battery fluid enters the
eye. In such case, do not rub the eye. Immediately flush
the eye with water and seek medical attention.
About the LCD monitor
• Due to the characteristics of liquid crystals, the brightness of the
LCD monitor may appear uneven with changes in temperature, etc.
• The LCD monitor has been developed using high-precision
engineering and is superior in sharpness and picture quality. Due to
the nature of liquid crystals, however, there may be missing or
constantly lit pixels on the monitor. This is not a malfunction of the
unit.
• If the LCD monitor becomes damaged for some reason, take care to
prevent personal injury from broken glass, etc. Furthermore, take
care that liquid crystals do not touch the skin or enter the eyes or
mouth.