Olympus CAMEDIA C-3040 Zoom User manual

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Serial number/Numéro de série/Número de serie
Digital camera
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VT2208-02
INSTRUCTIONS
DIGITAL CAMERA
OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO., LTD.
San-Ei Building, 22-2, Nishi Shinjuku 1-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
(Customer support) Tel. [phone] Tokyo
http://www.olympus.co.jp
OLYMPUS AMERICA INC.
Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Tel. [phone]
(Customer support) Tel. [phone]
http://www.olympus.com
OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (EUROPA) GMBH.
(Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstraße 14-18 D-20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. [phone]
(Letters) Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, Germany.
http://www.olympus-europa.com
6.Displaying, editing and
erasing your pictures
9.Downloading Images to a
Computer
Printed in Japan
1AG6P1P0887– –A
1.Getting Started
2. Shooting and Playback Basics
3.Focusing
4.Custom Photography
5.Using Flash
7.Print settings
8.Mode setup
10.Miscellaneous
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Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use
your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum
performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future reference.
Legal and other notices
•All contents of this publication are subject to change without notice.
•Although the contents of this publication have been carefully checked to avoid
errors, some may still occur. If you have a question about any points, or find
mistakes or omissions, please contact us.
•No part of this publication may be reproduced or reprinted except for person-
al use without prior written permission from Olympus.
•Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages, or
benefit expected by using this unit lawfully, or any request from a third person,
which are caused by the inappropriate use of this product.
•Olympus makes no representations or warranties regarding any damages or
any benefit expected by using this unit lawfully which are caused by erasing
picture data.
•Olympus reserves all rights to this manual.
Trademarks
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Macintosh™is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.
All other brand names and product names are trademarks of their respective
owners.
The standards for camera file systems referred to in this manual are the
“Design Rule for Camera File System/DCF” standards stipulated by the Japan
Electronics Industry Development Association (JEIDA).

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A guide to reading these instructions
These Instructions consist of the chapters listed below. You can also locate
information on camera operation using the index provided on page 224.
The Basics
Taking Pictures
Camera Settings
Using Images
Miscellaneous
Display
1.Getting Started
2.
Shooting and
Playback Basics
3. Focusing
4. Custom
Photography
5. Using Flash
6.
Displaying, editing and
erasing your pictures
7.Print settings
8.Mode setup
9.Downloading
Images to a
Computer
10. Miscellaneous
Describes the preparations required before
you can use the camera.
Describes the basic procedures for using
the camera to take pictures.
Describes various ways of focusing the camera.
Explains how to use the camera to control
the type of shot, the brightness and expo-
sure, and the color and quality so that you
get exactly the shot you want.
Describes how to take pictures using the
built-in flash and external flash units.
Describes how to display pictures you have
shot and how to edit recorded movies.
Describes the settings used to print the pic-
tures you have taken, using a printer or print
service that supports DPOF.
Describes the mode settings that are avail-
able on this camera.
Describes how to download your pictures
and movies to your computer.
Provides information on topics such as trou-
bleshooting and cleaning the camera as
well as the camera specifications.
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Conventions used in these instructions
In these Instructions, the icons described below are used to draw your atten-
tion to warnings or other useful information regarding the use of the camera.
This camera provides some functions that apply only to still
images, and others that apply only to movies. The icons at left
are used to show clearly the type of images with which a func-
tion can be used. The icon denotes a still image function,
while the icon indicates a movie function.
From Chapter 2 forward, these icons are shown at the beginning
of each procedure. Set the Mode dial to the icon shown.
This indicates information you need to be aware of when using a
particular function. Read this information before using the function.
Indicates information that will enable you to use the function
more effectively. Reading these notes will ensure that you get
the most out of your camera.
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Important safety instructions
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Radio and Television Interference
Change or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. 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 equip-
ment 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 tele-
vision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Adjust or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the distance between the camera and receiver.
•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Only the RS-232C serial cable or USB cable should be used to connect the
camera to a personal computer (PC).
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: C-3040Zoom
Trade Name: OLYMPUS
Responsible Party: Olympus America Inc.
Address: 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York 11747-3157
U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 631-844-5000
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 interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

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Important safety instructions
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED OLYMPUS
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN, ANY LIQUID OR
MOISTURE.

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Important safety instructions
1 Read All Instructions — Before you use the product, read all
operating instructions.
2 Save These Instructions — Save all safety and operating
instructions for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings — Read carefully and follow all warning labels on
the product and all warnings described in the instructions.
4 Follow Instructions — Follow all instructions provided with this
product.
5 Cleaning — Always unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Never use any type of
liquid or aerosol cleaner, or any type of organic solvent to clean this
product.
6 Attachments — For your safety, and to avoid damaging the product,
use only accessories recommended by Olympus.
7 Water and Moisture — Never use this product around water (near a
bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement, or swimming pool).
8 Location — To avoid damage to the product and to avoid personal
injury, never place this product on an unstable stand, tripod, bracket,
table or cart. Mount only on a stable tripod, stand, or bracket. Follow
the instructions which describe how to safely mount the product, and
use only the mounting devices recommended by the manufacturer.
9 Power Sources — Connect this product only to the power source
described on the product label. If you are not sure about the type of
power supply in your home, consult your local power company.
Refer to your operating instructions for information on using the
product with batteries.
10 Grounding, Polarization — If this product can be used with an
optional AC adapter, the adapter may be equipped with a polarized
alternating current line plug, a plug with one blade wider than the
other. This safety feature allows the plug to fit into the power outlet
only one way. If you cannot insert the plug into the wall outlet, pull it
out, reverse it, and then insert it again. If the plug still fails to fit,
contact an electrician and have the receptacle replaced.
11 Protecting the Power Cord — The power supply cord should be
routed so it will not be walked on. Never place a heavy object on the
power cord and never wrap the power cord around the leg of a table
or chair. Keep the areas around the power cord connection points,
at the power outlet and at the product connection, free of all
obstacles.

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Important safety instructions
12 Lightning — If a lightning storm occurs while using the optional AC
adapter, unplug the adapter power cord from the wall outlet
immediately. To avoid damage from unexpected power surges,
always unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet and disconnect
it from the camera when the camera is not in use.
13 Overloading — Never overload wall outlets, extension cords, power
strips, or other power connection points with too many plugs.
14 Foreign Objects, Spillage — To avoid personal injury from fire or
electrical shock from contact with internal high voltage points, never
insert a metal object into the product. Avoid using the product
where there is a danger of spillage.
15 Servicing — Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Attempting to
remove the covers or disassemble the product, could expose you to
dangerous high voltage points.
16 Damage Requiring Service — While using the optional AC adapter,
if you notice any of the conditions described below, unplug the AC
adapter from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel:
a) If liquid has been spilled, or any object has fallen into the
product.
b) If the product has been exposed to water.
c) If the product does not operate normally while following
operating instructions. Adjust only the controls described in the
operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls
could damage the product, requiring extensive repair work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
d) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
e) If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this
indicates a need for servicing.
17 Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, make
sure that the service center uses only parts recommended by the
manufacturer to ensure that the replacement parts have the same
characteristics as the originals. Unauthorized substitution of parts
could cause a fire, electrical shock, or create other hazards.
18 Safety Check — Upon completion of servicing or repairs, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in good working condition.
19 Heat — Never use or store this product near a heat source such as
a radiator, heat register, stove, or any type of equipment or
appliance which generates heat, including stereo amplifiers.

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Important safety instructions
WARNING!
• Keep batteries away from children.
• If a child swallows a battery, seek medical attention immediately.
• Dispose of lithium batteries promptly and safely in compliance with
local laws regarding the disposal of such items.
• To avoid causing a fire or minor burns, always handle lithium
batteries carefully.
• Never attempt to charge the lithium battery, disassemble it, heat it
above 212°F (100°C) or incinerate it.
• To ensure good contact, wipe the battery with a clean, dry cloth
before use.
• To avoid short circuiting the +/– sides of the battery, never handle a
lithium battery with a metal tool, tweezers, etc.
Handling Batteries
Follow these important guidelines to prevent the batteries from leaking,
overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shock or burns.
DANGER
1 When using NiMH batteries, use only Olympus brand NiMH
batteries and charger.
2 Never load batteries with their +/– terminals reversed. Never force
batteries into the battery compartment.
3 To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging their terminals,
carefully follow all instructions regarding the use of batteries. Never
attempt to disassemble a battery or modify it in any way, with
soldering, etc.
4 Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to prevent them
from coming into contact with any metal objects like jewelry, pins,
fasteners, etc.
Danger: If the product is used without observing the information
given under this symbol, serious injury or death may
result.
Warning: If the product is used without observing the information
given under this symbol, injury or death may result.
Caution: If the product is used without observing the information
given under this symbol, minor personal injury, damage to
the equipment, or the loss of valuable data may result.

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Important safety instructions
WARNING
1 Keep batteries dry at all times. Never allow them to come into
contact with fresh water or salt water.
2 To prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, or causing a fire or
explosion:
• Use only batteries recommended for use with this product.
• Never heat batteries, incinerate them, or attempt to disassemble
them.
• Never mix batteries (old and new batteries, charged and
uncharged batteries, batteries of different manufacture or capacity,
etc.).
• Never attempt to charge alkaline or lithium batteries.
• Load batteries carefully as described in the operating instructions.
Never reverse their polarity when loading.
• Do not use batteries if their body is not covered by the insulating
sheet or if the sheet is torn as it may cause fluid leak, fire, or
injury. Do not use these batteries even if they are sold in stores.
3 If NiMH batteries are not charged within the specified time, stop
charging them and do not use them.
4 Before loading, always inspect batteries carefully for leaks,
discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality.
5 Always store batteries out of the reach of small children. If a child
accidentally swallows a battery, seek medical attention immediately.
6 If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing
and flush the affected area with clean, running cold water
immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek medical attention
immediately.
7 Never attempt to modify the battery compartment on the camera,
never insert anything (other than the recommended battery) into the
battery compartment.
5 Never heat batteries or incinerate them.
6 Never attempt to connect a battery directly to a power outlet, or to a
cigarette lighter in a vehicle.
7 If battery fluid gets into your eyes, flush your eyes immediately with
clear, cold running water and seek medical attention immediately.

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Important safety instructions
CAUTION
1 Olympus NiMH batteries are intended for use only with Olympus
digital cameras. Never use these batteries with any other device.
2 Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration.
3 Never mix batteries (old and new batteries, charged and uncharged
batteries, batteries of different manufacture or capacity, etc.).
4 Always charge sets of batteries (2 or 4) together.
5 Always charge NiMH batteries before using them for the first time, or
if they have not been used for a long period.
6 While the camera is not in use, always remove the batteries to
prevent accidental leakage which could damage the battery
compartment.
7 If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or in any other
way becomes abnormal during operation, stop using the camera
and consult your dealer or an authorized Olympus service center.
Continued use may result in fire or electric shock.
8 Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight,
or subjected to high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat
source, etc.
9 Batteries may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid minor
burns, never remove them immediately after using the camera.

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Important safety instructions
Handling the Camera
WARNING
1 Use caution when taking flash pictures at close range. When you
fire the flash, you must be at least 3ft. away from the faces of your
subjects, especially when taking pictures of infants and small
children. Firing the flash too close to the subject's eyes could cause
a momentary loss of vision.
2 To avoid damaging your eyes, never aim the camera directly into the
sun, or any other extremely bright light source.
3 To avoid causing a fire or explosion, never use the camera near
flammable or explosive gases.
4 Always use and store the camera out of the reach of young children
and infants to prevent the following dangerous situations which
could cause serious injury:
• Becoming entangled in the camera strap, causing strangulation.
• Accidentally swallowing a battery or small part.
• Accidentally firing the flash into their own eyes or into the eyes of
another child.
5 To avoid the hazards of fire or electrical shock, store the camera in a
cool, dry location where it will not be subjected to high humidity or
dust.
6 To avoid minor burns, never cover the flash with your hand when it
is fired. Never touch the flash unit after continuous use. The flash
unit becomes very hot during continuous operation.
7 If the camera is accidentally dropped in water, or if liquid is spilled
into the camera, stop using the camera, allow the camera to dry,
and then remove the batteries. Contact the nearest Olympus
authorized service center.

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Important safety instructions
CAUTION
1 During operation of the camera, if you notice any unusual odors,
noise, or smoke around the camera, immediately switch the camera
off, disconnect the optional AC adapter (if it is connected), and allow
the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool. Take
the camera outdoors, away from flammable objects, and carefully
remove the batteries to avoid burning your hands. Contact the
nearest Olympus service center immediately.
2 Never attempt to disassemble the camera. The internal circuits
contain high voltage points which could cause serious burns or
electrical shock.
3 To avoid dangerous electrical shock, never hold or operate the
camera with wet hands.
4 To avoid damaging the camera or causing a fire, never expose the
camera to excessive heat.
CAUTION
Camera Care and Storage
• Never store or use the camera for long periods in locations subject to
direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme variation in temperature, or
strong shocks and constant vibration. Protect the camera at all times
from dust and sand.
• Never store the camera near any type of appliance or equipment
which generates high temperatures, low temperatures, high or low
humidity, or a strong magnetic field. Never use the camera in a factory
or laboratory where flammable gases are present.
• Never shake the camera or subject it to shock or strong vibration.
• To avoid damaging its precision lens, never leave the camera pointing
directly into the sun.
• Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the batteries.
Select a cool, dry location for storage to prevent condensation or mold
from forming inside the camera. After storage, test the camera by
pressing the shutter release button to make sure that it is operating
normally.
• When the camera is mounted on a tripod, adjust the tripod head to re-
position the camera; do not twist the camera.
• Never touch the flash after it has been fired. Avoid using the flash for
extended periods. Allow it to cool occasionally between shots.
• To avoid injury from electrical shock, never attempt to disassemble or
modify the camera in any way.

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Important safety instructions
CAUTION
Selecting Batteries forYour Camera
•
This camera can use four AA NiMH batteries, four AA Alkaline batteries,
four AA lithium batteries, four AA NiCd batteries, or two CR-V3 lithium
battery packs. Use of Olympus brand batteries is strongly
recommended.
• Alkaline battery performance is limited, especially at low temperatures.
And it may runs out extremely shorter period than CR-V3 or NiMH.
Using NiMH batteries is recommended.
• AA manganese batteries cannot be used with this camera.
• Always follow the battery recommendations and loading instructions.
Incorrectly loading the batteries could cause the batteries to leak or
overheating.
• When using the camera on battery power at low temperatures, try to
keep the camera and extra batteries as warm as possible. Batteries
which run down at low temperatures may be restored after they are
warmed at ambient temperature.
• Perspiration or oil from your hands on the battery contacts could
prevent them from operating. Before loading batteries, wipe the
terminals with a dry, clean cloth.
• Before going on a long trip, especially before traveling abroad,
purchase an ample supply of extra batteries. The recommended
batteries may be difficult to obtain while traveling.
• Always recharge NiMH or NiCd batteries with a charger
recommended for use with these batteries.
• Before using NiMH or NiCd batteries, always read the instructions
provided with purchase of these batteries.
• To avoid personal injury or damage to the camera, always inspect
batteries before loading. If you notice leaking, damage to the battery
cover or insulation, discoloration, warping or any other abnormality do
not use the batteries.
• Recommended temperature ranges for NiMH batteries:
Operation..................................... 32° ~ 104°F
Charge......................................... 32° ~ 104°F
Storage........................................ –4° ~ 86°F
• Using, charging, or storing the batteries outside these ranges could
shorten battery life or affect battery performance. Always unload the
batteries from the camera before storing the camera and batteries for
a long period.

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Important safety instructions
NOTES
LCD Display and Backlight
●Do not point the viewfinder towards strong light like the sun, as this may
damage interior of the viewfinder.
●The backlight built into the monitor and control panel has a limited service
life. When the monitor gets dark or flickers, consult your nearest Olympus
dealer.
●In places subject to low temperatures, the backlight may take a long time to
turn on or its color may change temporarily. When using the camera in
extremely cold places, it is a good idea to occasionally place it in a warm
place. A backlight exhibiting poor performance due to low temperatures will
recover in normal temperatures.
●Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague,
resulting in a Display mode failure or damage to the monitor.
●When a subject is viewed diagonally in the camera, the edges may appear
zigzagged on the monitor. This is not a malfunction; It will be less noticeable
in Display mode.
●A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the monitor, but this is not a
malfunction.
●The LCD display is made with high-precision technology. However,
black spots or bright spots of light may appear constantly on the LCD
display. Due to its characteristics or the angle at which you are viewing
the monitor, the spot may not be uniform in color and brightness.This
is not a malfunction.

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Contents
Legal and other notices............................................................................2
Trademarks ...............................................................................................2
A guide to reading these instructions..............................................................3
Conventions used in these instructions....................................................3
Important safety instructions............................................................................4
Radio and Television Interference............................................................4
Handling batteries ....................................................................................8
Handling the camera..............................................................................11
LCD Display and Backlight ....................................................................14
Contents.........................................................................................................15
Main features..................................................................................................20
Checking the package contents....................................................................21
Names of parts...............................................................................................23
Camera ...................................................................................................23
Viewfinder ...............................................................................................24
Control Panel Display .............................................................................25
Monitor Display.......................................................................................25
Getting Started .......................................................................27
Attaching the strap and lens cap ..................................................................28
Loading the batteries.....................................................................................29
Life of the lithium battery pack (Included) .............................................32
Using a domestic AC wall outlet ............................................................33
Inserting and removing SmartMedia cards...................................................35
Inserting a card.......................................................................................36
Removing a card ....................................................................................37
Setting the date and time...............................................................................38
Using the Mode dial.......................................................................................41
Using the menus............................................................................................42
Shooting menu options..................................................................................46
Still picture shooting menu.....................................................................46
Movie Record menu................................................................................47
Playback menu options..................................................................................48
Still picture playback menu....................................................................48
Movie playback menu.............................................................................49
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Shooting and Playback Basics.............................................51
Switching on and off ......................................................................................52
Checklist before shooting..............................................................................54
Checking the remaining battery charge.................................................54
Checking SmartMedia card status (Card check)...................................55
Checking the available shots/time..........................................................56
Adjusting the viewfinder.................................................................................58
Holding the camera .......................................................................................58
Pressing the shutter button............................................................................59
Shooting.........................................................................................................60
Taking still pictures .................................................................................60
Taking pictures using the monitor...........................................................63
Shooting movies .....................................................................................65
Checking and erasing photographed images...............................................67
Displaying pictures (Quick View)............................................................67
Playing movies........................................................................................69
Erasing pictures (One-frame erase).......................................................71
Using the zoom..............................................................................................72
Using the flash (Auto-Flash) ..........................................................................73
Focusing..................................................................................75
Focusing on difficult subjects (Subjects not suited to autofocus).................76
Working range................................................................................................77
Focusing on off-center subjects (Focus lock) ...............................................78
Focusing faster (Full-time AF)........................................................................79
Selecting a focusing area (AF MODE)...........................................................81
Focusing manually (Manual focus)................................................................82
Focusing on close-up subjects (Macro mode)..............................................84
Zooming in further (Digital Zoom mode) .......................................................85
Custom Photography.............................................................87
[Type of Shot]
Setting the "A/S/M" dial functions...................................................................88
Controlling the depth of field (Aperture Priority mode)..................................89
Capturing movement (Shutter Priority mode)................................................90
Selecting the aperture and shutter speed manually (Manual mode)............91
[Brightness and Exposure]
Shooting at stepped exposures (Exposure compensation)..........................92
Continuous shooting at stepped exposures (Auto Blacket)..........................93
Measuring the subject brightness (Spot Metering mode).............................95
Using Spot Metering in Macro mode .....................................................97
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Taking pictures with pre-fixed exposure........................................................98
Setting the [OK] button functions (Setting AE Lock)..............................98
Taking pictures with the exposure locked (AE lock) ..............................99
Measuring the average brightness (Multi-metering)............................101
Locking the ISO value (ISO setting) ............................................................103
[Color and Quality]
Selecting the color tone (Preset White Balance).........................................105
Setting the color tone (Quick Reference White Balance)............................107
Adjusting the color tone (White Balance Correction)..................................109
Setting the recording quality (Quality setting).............................................111
[Other Types of Shots]
Taking sequential shots (Sequence mode) .................................................113
Using the self-timer and remote control ......................................................115
Using the self-timer to take pictures.....................................................116
Using the remote control to take pictures............................................117
Using special effects (Function mode)........................................................118
Panorama mode...........................................................................................120
Selecting Audio Record mode.....................................................................122
Adding voice comments when taking pictures ...........................................122
Selecting audio recording when shooting movies (Movie sound recording) ....124
Using Flash ...........................................................................125
Selecting the flash firing pattern..................................................................126
Firing the flash automatically (Auto-Flash) ...........................................127
Reducing red-eye (Red-Eye Reduction mode)....................................127
Using flash for all shots (Forced Flash mode) .....................................128
Preventing flash firing in dark conditions (Flash Off mode).................128
Setting the flash brightness (Flash intensity control)...................................129
Selecting the flash timing (Slow Synchro) ...................................................131
Using external flash...............................................................................................133
Using the FL-40 external flash.......................................................................133
Using only the FL-40 external flash...............................................................135
Using a different external flash......................................................................136
Supported different flash units ......................................................................138
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Displaying, editing and erasing your pictures ..................139
Displaying multiple images at one time (Index playback)....................................140
Selecting the number of images displayed concurrently (4, 9 or 16)...........141
Enlarging images (Close-up playback).................................................................142
Displaying images as a slide-show (Automatic playback)...................................143
Preventing unintentional erasing of images (Image protect)................................144
Viewing images on a TV........................................................................................145
Displaying image information................................................................................147
Displaying image information for pictures.....................................................148
Displaying image information for movies ......................................................148
Adding voice comments to recorded pictures (Postrecording)............................149
Editing recorded movies (FUNCTION)..................................................................150
Creating an index ..........................................................................................150
Editing movies ...............................................................................................153
Erasing all images (All-frame erase).....................................................................155
Initializing cards (Formatting)................................................................................157
Print settings ........................................................................159
Printing methods....................................................................................................160
Printing all the images on a card (All print order).................................................162
Printing only selected images (Single print order)................................................164
Printing some images enlarged (Trimmed print order).........................................167
Resetting print reserve ..........................................................................................169
Mode setup ...........................................................................171
MODE SETUP - Using function settings for easy camera operation....................172
List of mode settings .....................................................................................173
Restoring the original settings when the camera is switched off (ALL RESET).... 175
Selecting the settings when the camera is switched on (Custom settings).... 177
Setting the image clarity (Sharpness)..........................................................179
Setting the image contrast (Contrast)..........................................................180
Setting the resolution for TIFF mode (TIFF Settings)...................................181
Setting the resolution and quality for SQ mode (SQ1/SQ2 Settings) ...........182
Changing the camera's warning tone (Beep) .............................................184
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Displaying images during image recording (REC VIEW)............................185
Saving/erasing images right after shooting (CHECK).................................186
When you select CHECK......................................................................186
When you use Auto Bracket.................................................................189
Changing the way file names are assigned to recorded images (File Name setting) ....191
Folder names and file names...............................................................191
Assiging folder names and file names in each mode..........................191
Adjusting the Monitor brightness (Adjust monitor)......................................193
Changing the dis distance units (m/ft setting).............................................194
Downloading Images to a Computer..................................195
Downloading images to your computer.......................................................196
Connecting the camera to a computer to download pictures .............196
Downloading pictures directly from a card ..........................................197
Connecting to a computer using the communication cable .......................198
Connecting via a USB cable ................................................................198
Connecting via a serial cable...............................................................201
Downloading images using CAMEDIA Master............................................204
Overview of the CAMEDIA Master functions...............................................206
Miscellaneous.......................................................................207
Troubleshooting............................................................................................208
Camera operation problems.................................................................208
Problems with images...........................................................................212
Camera maintenance and storage..............................................................214
After-use camera care..........................................................................214
Cleaning the camera ............................................................................214
Equipment that can be connected to this camera (System expansion chart) ...215
Error codes...................................................................................................216
Optional items..............................................................................................218
Compatibility of the picture data..................................................................218
Specifications...............................................................................................219
Glossary of terms.........................................................................................222
Index ............................................................................................................224
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Main features
■The camera has a high-resolution CCD with a total pixel
count of 3.34 million pixels and large-aperture lens (f/1.8)
which enable you to capture high quality images.
■A 3x zoom lens and a digital zoom lens with a maximum
magnification of 5x (recording size of 640 x 480) allow
you to capture images of the same quality achievable
with a 15x zoom.
■A maximum continuous shooting speed of 3.3 frames per
second is possible.
■
Quick Reference white balance and white balance correc-
tion have been added to the list of white balance functions.
As a result, you can carry out precise color correction.
■The camera is equipped with a USB function. Simply con-
nect the cable to easily download image data to your per-
sonal computer.*
■Other Functions
– Multi-metering, which allows you to determine the exposure
based on metering values from as many as 8 points.
– Wide-angle TFT LCD monitor.
–
Exposure modes that can be selected to suit your shot. (Program,
Aperture Priority mode, Shutter Priority mode and Manual).
– A movie function is installed on the camera.
– Voice comment recordings (still pictures) and audio sound
recordings (movies) are available.**
– A/V output jack provided for viewing pictures on TV (NTSC).
– You can use either a USB cable or a serial cable to connect the
camera to a personal computer.
– SmartMedia cards can be used as the recording media.
■In addition to lithium battery packs, AA-size nickel-metal
hydride (NiMH) can also be used.
* Depending on your personal computer, it may be necessary to install a
USB driver.
**
It is not possible to play back audio recordings on this camera. Connect
the camera to a TV or a personal computer to play back audio recordings.