Minolta MN12Z User manual

MN12Z USER’S MANUAL

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Preface
About this Manual
•The contents of this manual and the bundled Basic Reference are subject to
change without notice.
•Note that the example screens and product illustrations shown in this User’s
Guide may differ somewhat from the screens and configuration of the actual
camera.
Copyright
This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights
are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical,
electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the
manufacturer.
© Copyright 2015
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
FCC: SAR standard Value: 1.6 W/Kg, Maximal Measure: 0.27 W/Kg
CE: SAR standard Value: 2.0 W/Kg, Maximal Measure: 0.077 W/Kg
Trademark Recognition
Windows XP/Vista/Win7/Win 8 are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Windows is an
abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation System. All
other companies or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the
following conditions:
1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the
antenna and users, and
2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or
antenna.
As long as 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter test will not be
required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their
end-product for any additional compliance requirements required with this
module installed

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IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for
example certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter),
then the FCC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID can not
be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be
responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and
obtaining a separate FCC authorization.
End Product Labeling
This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna
may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and
users. The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following:
"Contains FCC ID: 2AAD3AA0D0". The grantee's FCC ID can be used only when
all FCC compliance requirements are met.
Manual Information To the End User
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user
regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the
end product which integrates this module.
The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning
as show in this manual.
Industry Canada statement
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada applicable
aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux
conditions suivantes: (1) le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage
préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un
brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.
This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the
following conditions: (For module device use)
1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the
antenna and users, and
2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or
antenna.
As long as 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter test will not be
required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their
end-product for any additional compliance requirements required with this
module installed.

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Cet appareil est conçu uniquement pour les intégrateurs OEM dans
les conditions suivantes: (Pour utilisation de dispositif module)
1) L'antenne doit être installée de telle sorte qu'une distance de 20 cm est
respectée entre l'antenne et les utilisateurs, et
2) Le module émetteur peut ne pas être coïmplanté avec un autre émetteur ou
antenne.
Tant que les 2 conditions ci-dessus sont remplies, des essais supplémentaires
sur l'émetteur ne seront pas nécessaires. Toutefois, l'intégrateur OEM est
toujours responsable des essais sur son produit final pour toutes exigences de
conformité supplémentaires requis pour ce module installé.
IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for
example certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter),
then the Canada authorization is no longer considered valid and the IC ID can
not be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator
will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter)
and obtaining a separate Canada authorization.
NOTE IMPORTANTE : Dans le cas où ces conditions ne peuvent être
satisfaites (par exemple pour certaines configurations d'ordinateur portable ou
de certaines co-localisation avec un autre émetteur), l'autorisation du Canada
n'est plus considéré comme valide et l'ID IC ne peut pas être utilisé sur le
produit final. Dans ces circonstances, l'intégrateur OEM sera chargé de
réévaluer le produit final (y compris l'émetteur) et l'obtention d'une autorisation
distincte au Canada.
End Product Labeling
This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna
may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and
users. The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following:
"Contains IC: 10290A-AA0D0".
Plaque signalétique du produit final
Ce module émetteur est autorisé uniquement pour une utilisation dans un
dispositif où l'antenne peut être installée de telle sorte qu'une distance de 20cm
peut être maintenue entre l'antenne et les utilisateurs. Le produit final doit être
étiqueté dans un endroit visible avec l'inscription suivante: "Contient des IC:
10290A-AA0D0".
Manual Information To the End User
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user
regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the
end product which integrates this module.
The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning
as show in this manual.

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Manuel d'information à l'utilisateur final
L'intégrateur OEM doit être conscient de ne pas fournir des informations à
l'utilisateur final quant à la façon d'installer ou de supprimer ce module RF dans
le manuel de l'utilisateur du produit final qui intègre ce module.
Le manuel de l'utilisateur final doit inclure toutes les informations
réglementaires requises et avertissements comme indiqué dans ce manuel.
Safety and Handling Precautions
Camera Information
•Do not take apart or attempt to service the camera yourself.
•Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures.
•Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm
temperatures.
•Do not touch and put pressure on the camera lens.
•Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods.
•Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to
clean the product. Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth.
•Do not use the flash or LED Light near a person's eyes to prevent possible
eye injury.
•To prevent you from falling over or resulting in traffic accident, please do
not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a vehicle.
•Please handle the camera strap with care, and never place the strap around
the neck of an infant or child. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause
suffocation.
•Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
•To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to
rain or moisture.
Battery Information
•Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery.
•Use only the provided batteries or type of battery and charger that came
with your camera. Using other types of battery or charger may damage the
device and invalidate the warranty.
•Inserting the battery upside down can cause damage to the product and
possibly cause an explosion.
•When the camera is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for the
camera body to feel warm.
•Download all pictures and remove the battery from the camera if you are
going to store the camera for a long period of time.

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•The type of battery and the battery power level may cause the lens to be
stuck up. Ensure you use the correct battery type and use a fully charged
battery.
•Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions.
•Please keep the batteries out of the reach of children to prevent from
swallowing batteries, which might cause poisoning.
USB adapter Information
•Do not expose the adapter to high temperatures or moisture places.
Otherwise, it may cause fire or electric shock.
•Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, change or transform the adapter.
•Avoid sudden changes in temperature, which may cause condensation on
the adapter’s internal surfaces. Please do not use it immediately in this
situation.
•Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Otherwise, it may cause electric
shock.
•Do not use the travel voltage converter or AC/DC power inverter. Otherwise,
it may cause damage, overheating, malfunction or fire to the camera.
Using this Menu
Symbols used in this manual are explained below:
This indicates useful information when using your camera.
This indicates important message that should be read before using the
function.

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Table of Contents
Preface ......................................................................................... 1
About this Manual....................................................................1
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement ......2
Industry Canada statement ......................................................3
Safety and Handling Precautions...............................................5
Using this Menu.......................................................................6
Introduction ................................................................................ 10
System Requirements............................................................. 10
Main Features........................................................................ 10
Package Contents .................................................................. 11
Camera Views........................................................................ 12
Camera Buttons ..................................................................... 14
Navigation Control ................................................................. 15
Getting Started............................................................................ 17
Attach the Camera Strap ........................................................ 17
Inserting the Battery .............................................................. 17
Camera Memory .................................................................... 18
Inserting a Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card....................... 19
Charging the Battery by USB .................................................. 20
Turning the Power On and Off ................................................ 20
Initial Settings ....................................................................... 21
Modes................................................................................... 21
Using the LCD monitor................................................................. 22
LCD Monitor Layout ............................................................... 22
Recording Images and Videos ...................................................... 27
Taking Images ....................................................................... 27
Setting the Zoom Control........................................................ 27
Using EV Compensation ......................................................... 28

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Using Flash............................................................................ 29
Using Self-timer ..................................................................... 30
Setting the Focus Mode .......................................................... 31
Using the AE/AF LOCK/Delete Button ...................................... 32
Recording Videos ................................................................... 35
Using the Record Menu .......................................................... 47
Using the Movie Menu............................................................ 56
Playback ..................................................................................... 58
Viewing in Single Navigation................................................... 58
Viewing Thumbnails ............................................................... 58
Magnify................................................................................. 59
Playing Videos ....................................................................... 60
Playing Voice Memo ............................................................... 61
Playback Menu....................................................................... 62
Using the Setup Menu.................................................................. 73
Setting Sounds ...................................................................... 73
Setting Power Save ................................................................ 74
Setting Date & Time............................................................... 74
Setting Language................................................................... 75
Setting Display Mode.............................................................. 75
Setting LCD Brightness........................................................... 75
Setting Format....................................................................... 76
Reset All................................................................................ 76
Wi-Fi Settings ........................................................................ 77
Using Wi-Fi function..................................................................... 78
Steps of connecting with digital camera and smart device ........ 78
Making Connections..................................................................... 84
Connecting the Camera to a PC .............................................. 84
Connecting the Camera to a Printer ........................................ 85

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Setting the Print Mode Menu .................................................. 85
Appendix..................................................................................... 87
About Folder and File Names .................................................. 87
Troubleshooting........................................................................... 87
Specifications .............................................................................. 89

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera.
Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art
smart camera.
System Requirements
In order to get the most out of your camera, your computer must meet the
following system requirements:
For Windows:
•Windows XP/Vista/Win7/Win8
•Processor: Intel Pentium D 3.0GHz or equivalent AMD Athlon, or faster
•Memory: 2 GB or above
•HDD space: 300MB or above
•32bit color display monitor
•Microsoft DirectX 9.0C
•USB port and CD-ROM drive
For Macintosh:
•Mac OS 10.3.9 ~ 10.8 <Mass storage>
•Memory: 1 GB or above
•Q. Time player ver. 6.0.3 or above
•USB port and CD-ROM drive
Main Features
•20 mega pixels resolution
•Up to 12x optical zoom and 8x digital zoom
•3.0 inch color LCD monitor
•64MB internal flash memory with optional external Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC
card
•Supports up to 4GB of Micro SD card, and up to 32GB of Micro SDHC card
and to 64GB of Micro SDXC card
•Easy-to-use button interface
•DCF, DPOF, PictBridge compatibility
•Slide show enables you to playback photos, videos and corrupted files
•USB port to transfer images and videos to your PC

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Package Contents
Please check the contents of your camera package. It should contain:
Digital camera
Rechargeable battery
x 1 pcs
USB adapter
(The type of plug may
vary depending on the
country or region)
USB cable
Wrist strap
Camera pouch
(optional)
CD-Rom (optional)
Quick Start Guide/
User Manual (optional)

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Camera Views
Front View
1. Flash
2. Self-timer
LED/AF Assist
Lamp
3. Lens
4. Microphone
Back View
5. LCD monitor
6. LED indicator
light
7. Movie button
8. AE/AF LOCK
button/Delete
9. OK
button/4-way
navigation
control
10. Menu button
11. Playback button

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Top View
12. Shutter button
13. Wi-Fi button
14. Power button
15. Speaker
16. Zoom dial
Bottom View
17. Battery/Memory
card
compartment
18. Tripod screw
hole
Right View
19. Strap ring
20. USB

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Camera Buttons
Your camera is equipped with different buttons for ease of use.
Button
Description
Power
Press the Power button to turn the power on/off.
Shutter
Press to capture an image.
Zoom dial
In Photo mode and Recording video, spin the zoom dial to left to
zoom out, right to zoom in.
In Playback mode, spin to zoom in to magnify image or zoom out
to enter thumbnails.
Menu
Press to enter or exit menu/submenu.
AE/AF LOCK
button/Delete
Press this button on your camera to lock focus and exposure, or
delete an image, video or audio clip. See "Using the AE/AF
LOCK/Delete Button" on page 32 to know more about AE/AF
LOCK/Delete button.
Playback
Press to enable Playback mode or return Record mode.
Movie
Press to start/stop recording video.
Wi-Fi
Press to enter or exit Wi-Fi menu. See "Using Wi-Fi" on page 78
to know more about Wi-Fi button.

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Navigation Control
The 4-way Navigation Control and the OK button allow you to access the
various menus available from the On Screen Display (OSD). You can configure a
wide range of settings to ensure maximum results from your images and videos.
Further functions of these buttons are as follows:
No.
Description
1
EV/Rotate Button
2
Macro Button
3
Self-timer Button
4
Flash Button
5
OK Button
Button
Description
OK
1. Confirm a selection when using the OSD menus.
2. In Playback Movie mode, press to start video playback.
Flash/Right
1. In Photo Mode, press to scroll through the flash mode
options. (Auto Flash, Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow
Sync and Forced Off)
2. In Playback mode, press to view the next image or video
clip.
3. In playback Movie mode, press to Forward video playback.
4. In Menu, press to enter the submenu or to navigate
through the menu selections.

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Focus/Left
1. In Photo Mode, press to scroll through Focus options.
(AF, Macro, Super Macro, Infinity, MF)
2. In Playback mode, press to view the previous image or
video clip.
3. In Playback movie mode, press to Rewind video playback.
4. In Menu, press to exit a submenu or to navigate through
the menu selections.
EV/Rotate/Up
1. In Photo mode press to change the EV settings.
2. Playing Video file, press to Pause/Start video playback.
3. In Playback photo mode, press to rotate the image
clockwise 90 degrees by each press of the button. This
feature is applicable for still images only.
4. In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu
selections.
Self-timer/Down
1. In Photo Mode, press to scroll through Self-time options.
(Off, 10 sec., 2 sec. and Double)
2. Playing video file, press to stop video playback.
3. In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu
selections.

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Getting Started
Attach the Camera Strap
Wrist strap
Inserting the Battery
Follow these instructions to insert the rechargeable battery into the
battery/memory card compartment.
Please read "Battery Information" on page 5 before inserting/removing
batteries.
1. Make sure the power is off
before inserting the battery.
2. Unlock and open the
battery/memory card
compartment at the bottom of
the camera.

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3. Insert the batteries into the
compartment with the terminal
facing inside the camera with
correct orientation as shown.
4. Close and lock the battery/memory card compartment. In order to prevent the
battery from dropping, please make sure the compartment is locked firmly.
Camera Memory
Internal memory
Your camera is equipped with 64 MB of internal memory. Users can store files
up to approximately 24 MB. If there is no memory card inserted in the memory
card slot, all images and videos recorded are automatically stored in the internal
memory.
External storage
Your camera supports Micro SD cards of up to 4 GB in size. It also supports
Micro SDHC cards with a maximum capacity of 32 GB. Then also supports Micro
SDXC cards with a maximum capacity of 64 GB. If there is a storage card
inserted in the memory slot, the camera automatically saves all images and
videos in the external storage card. The icon indicates the camera is using
Micro SD card.
Not all cards may be compatible with your camera. When purchasing
a card, please check the card's specifications and take the camera
with you.

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Inserting a Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card
Expand your camera’s storage by
using Micro SD, SDHC or SDXC
memory cards.
1. Unlock and open the
Battery/memory card
compartment at the bottom of the
camera.
2. Insert the Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC
card into the memory card slot
with the metallic part facing the
back side of the camera.
3. Push the Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC
card into the memory slot until it
clicks into place.
4. Close and lock the
Battery/memory card
compartment.
To remove the Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC
card
5. Unlock and open the
battery/memory card
compartment.
6. Gently push the card until it pops
out.
7. Pull out the card carefully.
Windows 2000/XP does not support Micro SDXC card (exFAT
format). But in Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or 3), you can
download exFAT patch update to support Micro SDXC card.
To use the Micro SDXC card with Mac OS, the OS version should be
10.5 or higher.
The memory card that is not inserted correctly may cause damage
to the camera. Please be careful when inserting the memory card.
To prevent children from swallowing the memory card, please keep
the memory card out of reach of children.