Konica Minolta Digital Camera DiMAGE Z20 User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
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Before you begin  
Thank you for purchasing this digital camera. Please take the time to read through this instruction  
manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new camera. Check the packing list before using  
this product. If any items are missing, immediately contact your camera dealer.  
For proper and safe use  
Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product.  
WARNING  
Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or explode which  
may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following warnings.  
• Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.  
DiMAGE Z20 digital camera  
Neck strap NS-DG800  
Lens cap LF-243B  
Video cable VC-400  
USB cable USB-3  
• Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed.  
• Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.  
• Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or moisture.  
• Do not attempt to short, or disassemble batteries.  
4 AA alkaline batteries  
DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM  
“DiMAGE Viewer Manuals“-CD-ROM  
DiMAGE Instruction Manual  
Konica Minolta International Warranty Certificate  
• Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.  
• Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, ages, or charge levels.  
• Do not charge alkaline batteries.  
• When recharging rechargeable batteries, only use the recommended charger.  
• Do not use leaking batteries. If fluid from the batteries enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye  
with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the batteries makes contact with your  
skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.  
Tape over battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow local regulations  
for battery disposal.  
This product is designed to work with accessories manufactured and distributed by Konica Minolta.  
Using accessories or equipment not endorsed by Konica Minolta may result in unsatisfactory per-  
formance or damage to the product and its accessories.  
• Use only the specified AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the adapter unit. An inap-  
propriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.  
• Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside  
the product is touched.  
• Immediately remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use if the camera is  
dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash unit, is exposed. The  
flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury. The contin-  
ued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.  
• Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants. Contact a doctor imme-  
diately if an object is swallowed.  
Konica Minolta is a trademark of Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. DiMAGE is a trademark of Konica  
Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. Apple, Macintosh, and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple  
Computer Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. The  
official name of Windows is Microsoft Windows Operating System. Pentium is a registered  
trademark of the Intel Corporation. Power PC is a trademark of the International Business Machines  
Corporation. QuickTime is a trademark used under license. All other brand and product names are  
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.  
• Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm them with  
the product or parts.  
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
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• Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight.  
• Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary blindness which  
may lead to an accident.  
• Do not use the monitor while operating a vehicle or walking. It may result in injury or an accident.  
• Do not use this product in a humid environment, or operate this product with wet hands. If liquid  
enters the product, immediately remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue  
use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire  
or electric shock.  
CAUTION  
• Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or  
trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries  
caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.  
• If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.  
• The lens retracts when the camera is turned off. Touching the lens barrel while it is retracting may  
cause injury.  
• Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or paint thin-  
ner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner to clean the prod-  
uct. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause an explosion or fire.  
• When unplugging the AC adapter, do not pull on the power cord. Hold the adapter unit when  
removing it from an outlet.  
• Do not damage, twist, modify, heat, or place heavy objects on the AC adapter cord. A damaged  
cord may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.  
• If the product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately remove the bat-  
teries taking care not to burn yourself as the batteries become hot with use. The continued use of  
a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.  
Take the product to a Konica Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.  
• Handling the cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of  
California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after han-  
dling.  
• The camera temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be taken to avoid burns.  
• Burns may result if the memory card or batteries are removed immediately after extended periods  
of use. Turn the camera off and wait for it to cool.  
• Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit discharges a large  
amount of energy which may cause burns.  
• Do not apply pressure to the LCD monitor. A damaged monitor may cause injury, and the liquid  
from the monitor may cause inflammation. If liquid from the monitor makes contact with skin,  
wash the area with fresh water. If liquid from the monitor comes in contact with the eyes, immedi-  
ately rinse the eyes with plenty of water and contact a doctor.  
• When using the AC adapter, insert the plug securely into the electrical outlet.  
• Do not use if the AC adapter cord is damaged.  
• Do not cover the AC adapter. A fire may result.  
• Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter; this can hinder the unplugging of the unit in emergen-  
cies.  
• Unplug the AC adapter when cleaning or when the product is not in use.  
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE  
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Viewing and rotating images...................................................................................................31  
Deleting single images ............................................................................................................31  
i+ button ...................................................................................................................................32  
Enlarged playback...................................................................................................................33  
Advanced recording.............................................................................................................................34  
Recording mode display .........................................................................................................34  
Macro ......................................................................................................................................35  
Program (P) exposure mode ...................................................................................................36  
Aperture priority (A) exposure mode.......................................................................................36  
Shutter priority (S) exposure mode .........................................................................................37  
Manual (M) exposure mode ....................................................................................................38  
Movie recording.......................................................................................................................40  
Exposure compensation..........................................................................................................41  
Focus area selection ...............................................................................................................42  
Navigating the recording menus .............................................................................................43  
Drive modes ............................................................................................................................45  
Self-timer.................................................................................................................................46  
Continuous advance ...............................................................................................................47  
Progressive capture.................................................................................................................48  
Bracketing ...............................................................................................................................49  
What is an Ev? ........................................................................................................................50  
Image size and image quality..................................................................................................51  
Auto DSP.................................................................................................................................53  
Digital zoom.............................................................................................................................53  
Focus modes...........................................................................................................................54  
White balance..........................................................................................................................55  
Automatic white balance .................................................................................................55  
Preset white balance .......................................................................................................55  
Custom white balance.....................................................................................................56  
Full-time AF .............................................................................................................................57  
Flash mode..............................................................................................................................57  
Flash compensation................................................................................................................57  
Metering modes ......................................................................................................................58  
Camera sensitivity - ISO .........................................................................................................59  
Flash range and camera sensitivity.........................................................................................59  
Color mode..............................................................................................................................60  
Contrast...................................................................................................................................60  
Sharpness ...............................................................................................................................61  
Custom key function............................................................................................................................62  
About this manual  
The basic operation of this camera is covered between pages 12 and 33. This section of the manual  
covers the camera parts, preparation of the camera for use, and the basic camera operation for  
recording, viewing, and deleting images.  
Many of the features of this camera are controlled with menus. The menu navigation sections con-  
cisely describe how to change menu settings. Descriptions of the settings immediately follow the  
navigation sections.  
Names of parts ....................................................................................................................................10  
Getting up and running........................................................................................................................12  
Attaching the strap and lens cap............................................................................................12  
Inserting batteries....................................................................................................................13  
Battery condition indicator......................................................................................................14  
Auto power save .....................................................................................................................14  
Connecting the optional AC adapter ......................................................................................15  
Changing the memory card.....................................................................................................16  
Turning on the camera and displays.......................................................................................17  
Setting the date and time........................................................................................................18  
Setting the menu language .....................................................................................................19  
Basic recording ....................................................................................................................................20  
Handling the camera...............................................................................................................20  
Using the zoom lens................................................................................................................20  
Recording images automatically.............................................................................................21  
Basic recording operation.......................................................................................................22  
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Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection.........................................................................23  
Focus lock...............................................................................................................................24  
Focus range.............................................................................................................................24  
Focus signals ..........................................................................................................................25  
Special focusing situations .....................................................................................................25  
Flash modes............................................................................................................................26  
Flash range - auto-recording mode ........................................................................................27  
Camera-shake warning ...........................................................................................................27  
i+ button ...................................................................................................................................28  
Adjusting monitor brightness ..................................................................................................28  
Digital subject programs .........................................................................................................29  
Basic playback.....................................................................................................................................30  
Single-frame playback and histogram display........................................................................30  
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Image size (Movie) ...............................................................................................................................64  
Frame rate...............................................................................................................................64  
Movie file sizes........................................................................................................................64  
Movie mode.............................................................................................................................65  
A short guide to photography..............................................................................................................66  
Advanced playback..............................................................................................................................68  
Playing back movies ...............................................................................................................68  
Capturing a movie frame.........................................................................................................69  
Navigating the playback-mode menu.....................................................................................70  
Frame-selection screen...........................................................................................................72  
Delete ......................................................................................................................................73  
Format .....................................................................................................................................74  
Lock.........................................................................................................................................75  
Copy and E-mail Copy............................................................................................................76  
Slide Show ..............................................................................................................................80  
About DPOF ............................................................................................................................82  
DPOF setup.............................................................................................................................82  
Date imprint.............................................................................................................................83  
Index print ...............................................................................................................................83  
Viewing images on a television ...............................................................................................84  
Setup menu .........................................................................................................................................85  
Opening the setup menu.........................................................................................................85  
Navigating the setup menu .....................................................................................................86  
LCD monitor brightness..........................................................................................................88  
Auto power save .....................................................................................................................88  
Instant playback......................................................................................................................89  
Lens accessory .......................................................................................................................90  
Language.................................................................................................................................90  
File number (#) memory ..........................................................................................................91  
Folder name ............................................................................................................................92  
Date and time setup................................................................................................................93  
Date imprinting........................................................................................................................93  
Reset default ...........................................................................................................................94  
Audio signals...........................................................................................................................95  
Focus signal ............................................................................................................................96  
Shutter FX................................................................................................................................96  
Video output............................................................................................................................96  
Transfer mode .........................................................................................................................96  
Self-timer.................................................................................................................................96  
Data-transfer mode..............................................................................................................................97  
System requirements ..............................................................................................................97  
Connecting the camera to a computer...................................................................................98  
Connecting to Windows 98 and 98SE....................................................................................99  
Automatic installation ......................................................................................................99  
Manual installation.........................................................................................................100  
Folder organization................................................................................................................102  
Auto power save - data-transfer mode.................................................................................103  
Disconnecting the camera ...................................................................................................104  
Windows 98 and 98 Second Edition.............................................................................104  
Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP .....................................................................104  
Mac OS..........................................................................................................................105  
Changing the memory card .................................................................................................106  
Uninstalling the driver software - Windows ..........................................................................107  
PictBridge..............................................................................................................................108  
Notes on printing errors ........................................................................................................109  
Navigating the PictBridge menu ...........................................................................................110  
Appendix  
.......................................................................................................................................114  
Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................114  
Care and storage...................................................................................................................116  
Camera care ..................................................................................................................116  
Storage ..........................................................................................................................116  
Cleaning.........................................................................................................................116  
LCD monitor care ..........................................................................................................117  
Batteries.........................................................................................................................117  
Operating temperatures and conditions........................................................................117  
Memory cards................................................................................................................118  
Before important events and journeys ..........................................................................119  
Copyright .......................................................................................................................119  
Questions and service...................................................................................................119  
QuickTime system requirements...........................................................................................120  
Technical specifications ........................................................................................................122  
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Names of parts  
* This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these surfaces  
clean. Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual (p. 116).  
Diopter-adjustment dial (p. 17)  
Macro button (p. 35)  
Viewfinder* (p. 17)  
Zoom lever  
(p. 20)  
Shutter-release button  
Flash* (p. 26)  
Exposure-mode dial  
(p. 21, 29, 36 - 40)  
AF window*  
Flash-mode  
button (p. 26)  
Controller  
LCD monitor*  
Card slot  
(p. 16)  
Lens*  
Access lamp  
Menu button  
DC terminal (p. 15)  
Quick View / Delete button  
(p. 30, 31)  
Self-timer lamp (p. 46)  
USB port/Video-out terminal  
(p. 84, 98, 108)  
Strap eyelet (p. 12)  
Information button (p. 28, 32)  
Main switch  
Mode switch  
The battery-chamber door (p. 13) and tripod socket are located on the bottom of the  
body.  
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NAMES OF PARTS  
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Inserting batteries  
This digital camera uses four AA-size alkaline or Ni-MH batteries. Do not use other types of AA bat-  
GETTING UP AND RUNNING  
Attaching the strap and lens cap  
teries. The camera should be off when replacing batteries.  
Always keep the strap around your neck in the event that the camera is accidentally dropped. An  
optional leather neck strap, NS-DG1000, is also available from your Konica Minolta dealer.  
Availability varies with region.  
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To open the battery-chamber door, slide the lock to the open position (1).  
Slide the door to the front of the camera (2) to release the safety catch.  
Lift the door to open (3).  
Pass the end of the neck strap through the strap eyelet on the cam-  
era body (1).  
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2
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Insert the batteries as indicated on the diagram on the inside of the bat-  
tery-chamber door. Confirm the positive and negative battery terminals  
are oriented correctly.  
Thread the strap through the inside of  
the buckle as shown (2). Repeat with  
the other end of the strap.  
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Close the battery-chamber door and slide it toward the back of the body  
(4) to engage the safety catch. Slide the batter-chamber lock to the close  
position (5).  
Using your thumb and index finger, pinch the outside tabs  
of the lens cap to remove or attach. When the camera is  
not in use, always replace the lens cap.  
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GETTING UP AND RUNNING  
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Battery condition indicator  
Connecting the optional AC adapter  
This camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition indicator. When the camera is on, the  
battery-condition indicator appears on the monitor. If the monitor is blank, the batteries may be  
exhausted or installed incorrectly.  
Always turn off the camera before changing between power supplies.  
The AC Adapter AC-11 allows the camera to be powered  
from an electrical household outlet. The AC Adapter is  
recommended when the camera is interfaced with a  
computer or during periods of heavy use.  
Full-battery indicator - the battery is fully charged. This indicator is displayed for three  
seconds on the monitor when the camera is turned on.  
Low-battery indicator - battery power is low. The monitor will turn off while the flash  
is charging to save power.  
Insert the mini plug of the AC adapter into the DC termi-  
nal (1).  
Insert the AC adapter plug into an electrical outlet.  
Low-battery warning - battery power is very low. The monitor indicator is red. The  
battery should be replaced as soon as possible. This warning automatically appears  
and remains on the monitor until the battery is changed. The monitor will turn off  
while the flash is charging to save power. If power falls below this level, the battery-  
exhausted message will be displayed just before the camera shuts down. If the low-  
battery warning is displayed, movie recording cannot be used.  
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Auto power save  
To conserve battery power, the camera turns off displays and unnecessary functions if an operation  
is not made within a minute. To restore power, press any button or key, or turn the exposure-mode  
dial to another position. The length of the auto-power-save period can be changed in section 1 of  
the setup menu (p. 88).  
If an operation is not made within approximately 30 minutes, the camera turns off automatically.  
Press the main switch to turn on the camera.  
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GETTING UP AND RUNNING  
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Changing the memory card  
Turning on the camera and displays  
Press the main switch to turn the camera on. Pressing the switch again turns  
This digital camera is equipped with a internal storage (approximately 14.5MB) so images can be  
recorded without a memory card. For increased memory capacity, an SD Memory Card or  
MultiMediaCard can be inserted into the camera. When card is inserted, the images are recorded on  
the card. For more about memory cards see page 118.  
the camera off.  
Around the main switch is the mode switch. This switch is used to change  
between the recording and playback modes as well as the selecting the  
between the monitor and viewfinder display.  
Always turn off the camera and confirm the access lamp is not  
lit before inserting or removing a memory card; damage and  
data loss may result.  
Recording mode (Viewfinder display) - the camera can record  
images and the monitor is viewed through the viewfinder. The  
viewfinder has a built-in diopter. While looking through the  
viewfinder, turn the diopter-adjustment dial until the monitor  
image is sharp  
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Recording mode (Monitor display) - the camera can record images and the  
monitor is viewed directly.  
1. Insert the memory card all the way into the card slot and release; the card should catch in the  
slot. Insert the card so the face is toward the back of the camera. Always push the card in  
straight, never at an angle. Never force the card. If the card does not fit, check that it is oriented  
correctly.  
Playback mode (Monitor display) - images can be played back and edited. The  
monitor is viewed directly.  
2. To eject a memory card, press the card into the slot and release. The card can then be pulled out.  
Take care when removing the card as it becomes hot with use.  
A memory card used in another camera may have to be formatted before being used. If the unable-  
to-use-card message appears, the card should be formatted with the camera. A memory card can  
be formatted in section 1 of the playback menu (p. 74). When a card is formatted, all the data on  
the card is permanently erased. If the card-error message appears, press the central button of the  
controller to close the window; check the Konica Minolta web site for the latest compatibility infor-  
mation:  
Camera notes  
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To use the viewfinder in the playback mode, press and hold  
the flash mode button (1) and then press and hold the infor-  
mation (i+) button (2) until the monitor switches to the  
viewfinder position.  
North America:  
Europe:  
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Setting the date and time  
Setting the Menu language  
After initially inserting batteries, the camera’s clock and cal-  
endar must be set. When images are recorded, the image  
data is saved with the date and time of recording.  
If the clock and calendar have not been set, a message is  
displayed for a few seconds each time the camera is turned  
on. This message is also displayed if the clock and calen-  
dar are reset when the camera is stored without batteries  
for a long period.  
For customers in certain areas, the menu language may  
have to be set. Press the menu button (1) to open the  
menu; the appearance of the menu will depend on the posi-  
tion of the camera’s controls.  
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2
Navigating the menu is simple. The up/down and left/right  
keys of the controller (2) move the cursor and change set-  
tings on the menu. The central button of the controller  
selects menu options and sets adjustments.  
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Drive m  
Image  
Quality  
Auto D  
Digital  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Auto DSP  
Digital zoom  
Single  
2560x1920  
Standard  
On  
Use the left and right keys of the controller (1) to  
select “Yes.” “No” cancels the operation.  
Use the right key of the controller to highlight  
“SETUP” at the top of the menu.  
Set date/time?  
Yes  
No  
Press the central button of the controller to open the  
setup menu.  
Press the center of the controller to open the  
date/time setup screen.  
Off  
LCDbrightness  
Date/Time set  
Power save  
Inst.Playback  
Lens acc.  
Use the left and right keys to select the item to be  
changed.  
Use the down key to highlight the language  
menu option, then press the right key.  
2005 . 01 . 01  
00 : 00  
MM / DD / YYYY  
Use the up and down keys to adjust the item.  
English  
Language  
Press the central button of the controller to open the  
language screen.  
Press the central button to set the clock and calen-  
dar.  
:move  
:sel.  
:enter  
/JPN  
Español  
Date/Time setup screen  
Use the four-way keys of the controller to highlight the  
new menu language.  
/CHN  
English  
Deutsch  
Français  
The date/time setup screen can be opened in section 2 of the  
setup menu.  
Italiano  
Svenska  
Press the central button of the controller to set the  
language.  
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Recording images automatically  
BASIC RECORDING  
This section covers the basic operation of this camera. Thoroughly  
familiarize yourself with the operations in this section before moving  
on to the other sections in the manual.  
Turn the exposure-mode dial to the auto-recording position (1); all camera  
operations are now fully automatic. The autofocus, exposure, and imaging  
systems will work together to bring beautiful results effortlessly.  
While many of the camera’s systems in this mode are automatic. The flash  
mode (p. 26) and drive mode (p. 45) can also be changed. Image size and  
quality can be set on the auto-recording menu (p. 44, 51-52).  
Turn on the camera. Set the mode switch to a recording position.  
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Handling the camera  
Metering mode  
Camera sensitivity (ISO)  
Flash mode  
Multi-segment (fixed)  
While using the viewfinder or LCD monitor, grip the camera firmly  
with your right hand while supporting the body with your left. Keep  
your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder-width apart to hold  
the camera steadily. Take care not to cover the lens with your fingers  
or the strap.  
Auto (fixed)  
Autoflash (can be changed*)  
Wide focus area (can be changed*)  
Autofocus - single-shot AF (fixed**)  
Single-frame advance (can be changed*)  
Natural Color (fixed)  
Focus area  
Focus control  
Drive mode  
Color mode  
White balance  
Auto (fixed)  
Using the zoom lens  
The zoom lever controls the lens (1).  
* Changes to the flash mode, focus area, or drive mode are reset when the exposure-mode dial is  
turned to another position.  
** When the sports action subject program is selected with Automatic Digital Subject Program  
Selection (p. 23), the camera continues to focus when the shutter-release button is held partway  
down (continuous AF).  
Zoom scale  
Pressing the right (T) side of the lever will  
zoom in to the telephoto position of the  
lens. Pressing the left (W) side of the  
lever will zoom out to the wide-angle  
position.  
Camera notes  
After zooming, the zoom scale is dis-  
played briefly. If the digital zoom (p. 53)  
is active, the yellow section of the scale  
indicates the digital-zoom range.  
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The camera uses the exposure system to control the brightness of the live monitor image. This  
is achieved by varying the CCD sensitivity and controlling the aperture. The aperture can  
sometimes be heard stopping down or opening up with changes in subject brightness.  
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Basic recording operation  
The example uses auto recording. Except for movie recording, the operation for  
other exposure modes is the same. Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection is  
only available in the auto recording mode.  
Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection  
Automatic Digital Program Selection chooses between program autoexposure and one of five digital  
subject programs. The digital subject programs optimize camera setting for various conditions and  
subjects. Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection is only available in auto recording and can be  
disabled in the auto-recording menu. For information on individual subject programs, see page 29.  
Place the subject anywhere within the focus frame. Make sure the  
subject is within the focus range of the lens (p. 24). For very close  
subjects, use the macro function (p. 35).  
A row of gray indicators at the top on the monitor display will indi-  
cate Automatic Digital Subject Selection is active. Place the subject  
in the focus frames; the procedure is the same as the basic record-  
ing operation described on page 22.  
Press the shutter-release button partway down to lock the focus and  
exposure. An AF sensor (a) is displayed to indicate the subject.  
Automatic Digital Subject Selection will choose the appropriate  
exposure mode, see the facing page.  
Press the shutter-release button partway down; the AF system will  
locate the subject and the Automatic Digital Subject Selection func-  
tion will choose a subject program. If no indicators are displayed,  
program autoexposure is active. Press the shutter-release button all  
the way down to take the picture. Hold the camera steadily when  
the sunset subject program is selected as exposures can be long.  
The focus signal (b) on the monitor will confirm focus lock. If the  
focus signal is red, the camera was unable to locate the subject.  
Repeat the previous steps until the signal is white. The shutter  
speed (c) and aperture (d) appears and turns black to indicate the  
a
b
exposure is locked.  
d
c
Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take the pic-  
ture.  
Program autoexposure (the Digital Subject Program indicators disappear)  
The access lamp lights indicating image data is being  
written to the memory card or the internal memory.  
Never remove or insert a memory card while data is  
being saved.  
Portrait  
Landscape  
Sunset  
Sports action  
Camera notes  
The recorded image can be previewed by continuing to hold  
down the shutter-release button after the image is captured.  
The instant-playback function can also be used (p. 89).  
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Focus lock  
Focus signals  
Focus lock prevents the AF system from focusing. This can be used with off-center subjects or  
The focus signal in the lower right corner of the LCD monitor indicates the focus status. The shutter  
when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing (p. 25).  
can be released even if the camera cannot focus on the subject.  
Place the subject within the focus frame. Press and hold the  
shutter-release button partway down.  
Focus locked.  
• The focus signal indicates the focus is locked. The shutter  
speed and aperture value change from white to black  
indicating the exposure is locked.  
• When the focus is set, an AF sensor is displayed on the live  
image to indicate the point of focus.  
Focus confirmed (P, A, S, and M continuous AF focus mode and sports action digital sub-  
ject program). Exposure continuously adjusts.  
Cannot focus. The subject is too close or a special situation is preventing the AF system  
from focusing.  
When using the sports action digital subject program, the camera continually focuses when the  
shutter-release button is pressed partway down; the focus frames turn red. Keep the subject within  
the red focus frames. Focus lock cannot be used.  
Without lifting your finger from the shutter-release button,  
recompose the subject within the image area. Press the shutter-  
release button all the way down to take the picture.  
If the AF system cannot focus, focus lock can be used with object at the same distance as the main  
subject or the camera can be focused manually in the Digital Subject Program or program (P) expo-  
sure modes (p. 54).  
Special focusing situations  
The camera may not be able to focus in certain situations. If the autofocus system cannot focus on  
a subject, the focus signal will turn red. In this situation, focus-lock on an object at the same dis-  
tance as the main subject and then recompose the image on the monitor to take the picture.  
Focus range  
All distances are measured from the CCD. See page 35  
for the marco focus range.  
Wide-angle position  
0.57m - inf. (1.9ft - inf.)  
Telephoto position  
The subject in the  
focus frame is low in  
contrast.  
Two subjects at  
different distances  
overlap in the focus  
frame.  
The subject is near a  
very bright object or  
area.  
The subject is too  
dark.  
1.57m - inf. (5.1ft - inf.)  
Approximate location of CCD plane  
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Flash modes  
To change the flash mode, simply press the flash  
mode button (1) until the appropriate mode is indicat-  
ed.  
Flash range - auto-recording mode  
The camera controls the flash output automatically. For  
well-exposed images, the subject must be within the flash  
range. Distance is given from the CCD plane. Because of  
the optical system, the flash range is not the same at the  
lens’ wide-angle position as it is at the telephoto position.  
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Autoflash - the flash fires automatically in low-light  
and backlit conditions.  
Wide-angle position  
0.57 - 4.7m (1.87 - 15.4 ft)  
Telephoto position  
Red-eye reduction - multiple flashes are used before  
the main flash burst to reduce red-eye; an effect  
caused by light reflected from the retina. Use in low-  
light conditions when taking photographs of people or  
animals. The pre-flashes contract the pupils of the  
subject’s eyes.  
1.57 - 4.7m (5.15 - 15.4 ft)  
Approximate location of CCD plane  
If the flash output was sufficient to illuminate the subject, the OK indicator briefly replaces the flash-  
mode indicator after the exposure. The access lamp turns red and blinks slowly while the flash is  
charging; if battery power is low, the monitor turns off during this period.  
Autoflash  
Fill-flash - the flash fires with each exposure regard-  
less of the amount of ambient light. Fill-flash can be  
used to reduce harsh shadows caused by strong  
direct light or sunshine.  
Autoflash with  
red-eye reduction  
Camera Notes  
If using continuous AF or the sports action subject program with flash, the monitor image  
reflects the exposure required for the flash when the shutter-release button is pressed partway  
down. This may cause the monitor image to appear dark in low-light situations.  
Fill-flash  
Slow sync. - flash and ambient light exposures are  
balanced; red-eye reduction is used. Use slow sync.  
when in dark locations to reveal background details.  
Ask your subject not to move after the flash burst; the  
shutter may still be open for the background expo-  
sure. Because exposures can be long, the use of a tri-  
pod is recommended.  
Fill-flash. with  
red-eye reduction  
Slow sync. with  
red-eye reduction  
Camera-shake warning  
If the shutter speed falls below the point where the camera can be  
safely hand held, the camera-shake warning appears on the LCD  
monitor. Camera shake is slight blurring caused by subtle hand  
motion and is more pronounced at the telephoto position of the lens  
than at the wide-angle. Although the warning appears, the shutter  
can still be released. If the warning appears, place the camera on a  
tripod, use the built-in flash, or zoom the lens towards the wide-  
angle position until the warning disappears.  
Flash cancel  
Flash cancel - the flash cannot fire.  
Fill-flash  
Camera-shake warning  
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+ button  
Digital subject programs  
i
Pressing the information (i+) button changes the monitor display. The display cycles among the stan-  
dard display, real-time histogram, and live image only.  
Digital subject programs optimize the cam-  
era’s exposure, white-balance, and image-  
processing systems for specific conditions  
and subjects. Simply turn the exposure  
mode dial to select the appropriate subject  
program; the active subject program is dis-  
played in the bottom left corner of the mon-  
itor  
Subject program indicator  
Standard display  
Real-time histogram  
Live image only  
Portrait - optimized to reproduce warm, soft skin tones and a slight defocusing of the  
background. Most portraits look best at a telephoto setting; the longer focal length does  
not exaggerate facial features and the shallower depth of field softens the background. Use  
the built-in flash with strong direct sunlight or backlight to reduce harsh shadows.  
The real-time histogram shows the approximate luminance  
distribution of the live image. This histogram cannot show  
the affect of flash illumination. The histogram of a recorded  
image may not show the same distribution as the real-time  
histogram.  
Information button  
Sports action - used to capture action by maximizing shutter speeds. The AF system con-  
tinuously focuses; see page 21. When using flash, the subject must be within the flash  
range (p. 27). A monopod is more flexible and compact than a tripod when shooting  
events.  
Adjusting monitor brightness  
The monitor image can be made lighter or darker. The  
brightness level can be set individually for viewfinder  
and direct viewing. Turn the mode switch to the  
appropriate position. Press and hold the information  
(i+) button to open the LCD brightness screen.  
Landscape - optimized to produce sharp, colorful landscapes. Used with bright outdoor  
scenery.  
Sunset - optimized to reproduce rich, warm sunsets. When the sun is above the horizon,  
do not point the camera toward the sun for prolonged periods of time. The intensity of the  
sun could damage the CCD. Between exposures, turn off the camera or cover the lens.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to adjust the  
brightness; the monitor image changes accordingly.  
Press the center of the controller or the menu button  
to set the brightness level.  
Set LCD brightness  
Low  
High  
Night portrait - for deep, subtle night scenes. The use of a tripod is recommended. When  
used with flash, the subject and background exposures are balanced. The flash can only  
be used with close subjects such as with a portrait of a person. When using the flash, ask  
your subjects not to move after the burst; the shutter will still be open for the background  
exposure.  
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To display the histogram display, press the up key of the controller. Press the down key  
to return to single-frame playback.The histogram shows the luminance distribution of  
the image from black (left) to white (right). The 256 vertical lines indicates the relative  
proportion of that light value in the image. The histogram can be used to evaluate expo-  
sure, but displays no color information.  
BASIC PLAYBACK  
Images can be viewed in the Quick View or playback  
modes. This section covers the basic operations in both  
modes. The playback mode has additional functions, see  
page 68.  
To view images from the playback mode, turn the mode  
switch to the playback position (1).  
Viewing and rotating images  
In Quick View or the playback mode, use the  
left/right keys of the controller to scroll through the  
images.  
To view images from the recording mode, press the Quick  
View / delete button (2).  
To view images recorded in the internal memory, remove  
the memory card from the camera.  
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To rotate a vertical image, press the down key to  
cycle through the three positions: 90° counterclock-  
wise, 90° clockwise, and horizontal.  
2
Single-frame playback and histogram display  
Image size (p. 51)  
Image quality (p. 51)  
Mode  
indicator  
To return to the recording mode from Quick View,  
press the menu button or shutter-release button  
partway down.  
Aperture value  
Shutter speed  
Quick View / Delete button  
Deleting single images  
The displayed image can be deleted. Once deleted, an image cannot be recovered.  
Time of  
capture  
Degree of exposure  
compensation (p. 41)  
White-balance  
setting (p. 55)  
Date of capture  
To delete the displayed image, press the Quick View /  
delete button. A confirmation screen will appear.  
Sensitivity  
Delete this frame?  
setting (p. 59)  
Folder name  
Lock indicator (p. 75)  
DPOF indicator (p. 82)  
Frame number/ total number of images  
No  
Yes  
Use the left/right keys to highlight “Yes,” “No” will can-  
cel the operation.  
Folder number - image file number  
Histogram  
Internal-memory indicator  
Press the central button of the controller to delete the image.  
The internal-memory indicator appears when a memory card is not inserted in the  
camera.  
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+ button  
Enlarged playback  
In single-frame playback in Quick View or the playback mode, a still image can be enlarged up to  
i
The information (i+) button controls the display format. Each time the button is pressed, the display  
cycles through to the next format: full display, image only, index playback.  
6X in 0.2 increments for closer examination.  
Full display  
With the image to be magnified dis-  
played, press the right (T) side of the  
zoom lever to activate the enlarged  
playback mode. The degree of magnifi-  
cation is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
Press the right (T) side of the zoom  
lever to increase the image magnifica-  
tion. Press the left (W) side of the lever  
to decrease the magnification.  
Image only  
Index playback  
Use the four-way keys of the controller to scroll the image. When scrolling, the  
arrows in the display will disappear when the edge of the image has been reached.  
Information button  
In index playback, the four-way keys of the controller will move the yellow border. When the image  
is highlighted with the border, the date of recording, the lock and printing status, and the frame  
number of the image are displayed at the bottom of the screen. The highlighted image can be delet-  
ed using the Quick Viiew / delete button (p. 31), or a movie clip can be played by pressing the cen-  
tral button of the controller. When the information (i+) button is pressed again, the highlighted image  
will be displayed in the single-frame playback mode.  
The locator in the top right corner of the monitor indicates the area of the image  
being displayed.  
The information (i+) button switches between showing the full display and the image  
only.  
To exit the enlarged playback mode, press the menu button or the central button of  
the controller.  
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Internal-memory indicator  
ADVANCED RECORDING  
This section cover the advanced recording features of this camera. Read the basic recording sec-  
tion before moving on to this section.  
The internal-memory indicator appears when a memory card is not inserted in the  
camera.  
Recording mode display  
1. Wide-angle converter indicator (p. 90)  
2. Mode indicator  
3. Flash-mode indicator (p. 26)  
4. Flash-compensation display (p. 57)  
5. Sharpness display (p. 61)  
Macro  
6. Contrast display (p. 60)  
Macro mode allows the camera to focus as close as 1 cm (0.4  
in.) from the front of the lens or 8 cm (3.1 in.) from the CCD.  
The focus range changes with the zoom ‘s focal length, see  
below.  
7. White-balance indicator (p. 55)  
8. Camera-sensitivity (ISO) display (p. 59)  
9. Exposure-compensation display (p. 41)  
10. Camera-shake warning (p. 27)  
11. Exposure-mode indicator (p. 36 - 38)  
12. Metering-mode indicator (p. 58)  
Press the macro button (1) to select the macro mode. Press the  
macro button again to cancel the macro mode.  
A. Focus frame  
13. Shutter-speed display  
The following chart lists the macro ranges. All distances are  
measured from the CCD.  
B. Spot metering area (p. 58)  
14. Aperture display  
Macro indicator  
15. Macro-mode indicator (p. 35)  
16. Focus-mode indicator (p. 54)  
17. Date-imprinting indicator (p. 93)  
18. Frame counter (p. 52)  
Wide-angle position: 8 - 107cm (3.1 - 42.1 in.)  
26.5 - 30.8mm: 107 - 237cm (42.1 - 93.3 in.)  
Telephoto position: 67 - 207cm (26.3 - 81.5 in.)  
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19. Drive-mode indicator (p. 45)  
20. Manual-focus scale (p. 54)  
21. Battery-condition indicator (p. 14)  
22. Image-quality indicator (p. 51)  
23. Image-size display (p. 51)  
24. Digital-zoom display (p. 53)  
25. Color-mode indicator (p. 60)  
Approximate location of CCD  
plane  
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Program (P) Exposure mode  
Shutter priority (S) Exposure mode  
The program exposure mode controls both the shutter speed and aperture to  
The photographer selects the shutter speed and the camera sets the appropriate  
ensure correct exposures. This exposure mode allows photographers to shoot  
without worry about exposure settings. The shutter speed and aperture values of  
the exposure are displayed on the monitor when the shutter-release button is  
pressed partway down. If shutter speed and aperture displays turn red, the scene  
is beyond the exposure control range of the camera.  
aperture to ensure correct exposure. When shutter priority is selected, the shutter  
speed on the monitor turns blue and a double arrow indicator appears next to it.  
The shutter speed can be set between 1/2000 and 4 seconds. If the shutter speed  
is beyond the aperture range, the aperture display will turn red. The flash mode  
can be set to fill-flash, fill-flash with red-eye reduction, or slow sync. with red-eye  
reduction (p. 26).  
Aperture priority (A) Exposure mode  
Use the up/down keys of the controller (1) to set the  
shutter speed. Press the shutter-release button part-  
way down to activate the exposure system; the cor-  
responding aperture will be displayed on the moni-  
The photographer selects the aperture and the camera sets the appropriate shut-  
ter speed to ensure the correct exposure. When aperture priority is selected, the  
aperture value on the monitor turns blue and a double arrow indicator appears  
next to it. The flash mode can be set to fill-flash, fill-flash with red-eye reduction,  
or slow sync. with red-eye reduction (p. 26).  
tor.  
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Shooting Tips  
Use the up/down keys of the controller (1) to set the  
aperture. The aperture has a three stop range. Press  
the shutter-release button partway down to activate  
the exposure system; the corresponding shutter  
The shutter speed and aperture control more than the exposure. The shutter speed determines  
how sharp a moving subject is. The aperture controls the depth of field; the area in front of the  
camera that appears sharp. For more on exposure controls, see the Short Guide to Photography  
on page 66.  
speed will be displayed on the monitor.  
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Camera notes  
As the lens is zoomed, the maximum aperture will automatically shift. If the aperture value is beyond  
the shutter-speed range, the shutter-speed display will turn red on the monitor.  
When the shutter speed is one second or longer, the shutter sound indicates both the begining  
and end of the exposure.  
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Manual (M) Exposure mode  
Manual exposure mode allows individual selection of shutter speeds and aper-  
tures. This mode overrides the exposure system giving the photographer total con-  
trol over the final exposure.  
Camera notes  
When the shutter speed is one second or longer, the shutter sound indicates both the begining  
and end of the exposure.  
Use the up/down keys of the controller to change the  
shutter speed.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to change the  
aperture.  
The changes made to the exposure will be visible in the live image on the monitor. The monitor  
shutter-speed and aperture display will turn red if the image is significantly underexposed or overex-  
posed. If the monitor is black, increase the exposure until the image is visible; decrease the expo-  
sure if the monitor is white. When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, the bright-  
ness of the live image may change while the camera focuses.  
In manual exposure mode, the auto camera-sensitivity setting will fix the ISO value at 100. The  
camera sensitivity can be changed in section 3 of the recording menu (p. 59). The flash mode can  
be set to fill-flash, fill-flash with red-eye reduction, or slow sync. with red-eye reduction (p. 26), but  
the live image will not reflect the flash exposure.  
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Movie recording  
Exposure compensation  
This camera records digital video without audio. Total recording time varies with  
The camera exposure can be adjusted to make the final picture lighter or darker by as much as  
2Ev in 1/3 increments. Exposure compensation can only be used with Digital Subject Programs,  
the P, A, and S exposure modes, and movie recording mode. With movie recording mode, exposure  
compensation is reset when the camera is turned off. In Digital Subject Programs, P, A, and S expo-  
sure modes, exposure compensation remains in effect until reset.  
the image size and frame rate, see page 64. Exposure compensation and the  
macro mode can be used. Other changes can be made with the movie recording  
menu (p. 44).  
Image size  
Frame rate  
To adjust the exposure, press the left or right controller key;  
the exposure-compensation screen appears.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to adjust the exposure-  
compensation value. Changes to exposure are visible in the  
live image.  
Before recording, the frame counter shows the maximum time  
in seconds that can be recorded on the next movie clip.  
Recording time  
Press the shutter-release button partway down or press the  
central button of the controller to set the adjustment.  
Frame the picture as described in the basic recording operation  
section (p. 22). Press the shutter-release button partway down  
to set the the focus and exposure. Press the shutter-release  
button all the way down and release to start recording.  
When adjusting the exposure, the amount of compensation is shown in EV (p. 50). After the setting  
is made, the shutter-speed and aperture displays indicate the actual exposure. Because the expo-  
sure can be adjusted in fine steps, the shutter speed or aperture value displayed may not change.  
When set to any value other than zero, the exposure-compensation indicator remains on the moni-  
tor as a warning.  
Camera notes  
The camera continues to focus during recording. The camera  
will continue to record until the recording time is used or the  
shutter-release button is pressed again.  
Exposure compensation is used  
when the camera’s exposure meter is  
deceived by high-key or low-key  
scenes. In the example, the dark  
water caused the camera to overex-  
pose the image making it too bright  
and washed-out. By compensating  
Recording indicator  
Remaining time  
–2.0Ev  
the exposure, detail is brought out in  
the leaves, and the stones and water  
appear richer.  
Internal-memory indicator  
–1.0Ev  
The internal-memory indicator appears when the memory card is not inserted in  
the camera.  
Camera exposure  
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Focus area selection  
Navigating the recording menus  
Individual focus areas can be selected when recording still images. With auto recording and Digital  
Subject Programs, focus area selection is reset when the exposure-mode dial is moved to another  
position or the camera is turned off. In P, A, S, and M exposure modes, the selected focus area  
remains active until reset.  
The recording menu displayed varies with the position of the exposure-mode dial. There  
are four menus depending on if auto recording, movie recording, Digital Subject  
Programs, or the P,A,S, and M exposure modes are selected. See next page for details.  
Pressing the menu button (1) turns the menu on and off. The four-way keys of the controller (2)  
move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting.  
Press and hold the central button of the controller until the three spot focus  
areas are displayed.  
Activate the menu with the menu button.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the desired auto-  
focus area; the active area is blue.  
On the P, A, S, and M menu, use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the  
appropriate menu tab; the menu changes as the tabs are highlighted.  
Use the up/down keys to scroll through the menu options. Highlight the option whose  
setting needs to be changed.  
Press the shutter-release button partway down or press the central  
button of the controller to select the area; the other two areas disap-  
pear. Only when a focus area has been selected, can the controller  
be used for other camera operations.  
With the menu option highlighted, press the right controller key; the settings are dis-  
played with the current setting highlighted. To return to the menu options, press the left  
key.  
Take the picture as described in the basic recording section; press  
the shutter-release button partway down to lock focus and exposure.  
Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take the picture.  
Use the up/down keys to highlight the new setting.  
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Once a focus area is selected, it will remain active even after the pic-  
ture has been taken. Press and hold the central button of the con-  
troller to return to the standard focus frames.  
Press the central button of the controller to select the  
highlighted setting; some options open a selection  
screen.  
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Once a setting has been selected, the cursor will return to the menu options and the new setting  
will be displayed. To return to the recording mode, press the menu button.  
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Drive modes  
The drive modes control the rate and method images are captured.  
The drive mode is set on all menus except the movie menu. In auto  
recording mode, the drive mode is reset to single-frame advance  
when the exposure-mode dial is moved to another position or the  
camera is turned off. In Digital Subject Programs and P, A, S, and M  
exposure modes, the drive mode remains in effect until changed.  
Refer to the following sections for descriptions of the drive modes.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Auto DSP  
Digital zoom  
Single  
2560x1920  
Standard  
On  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Focus mode  
Digital zoom  
Single  
Focus mode  
Color mode  
Cont. AF  
NaturalColor  
2560x1920  
Standard  
Autofocus  
Off  
Image size  
Frame rate  
320x240  
15fps  
Off  
White balance  
Movie mode  
Auto  
STD. movie  
Single-frame advance - to take a single image each time the shutter-release button is  
pressed (p. 22).  
Auto-recording menu  
Digital Subject Program menu  
Self-timer - to delay the release of the shutter. Used for self-portraits.  
Movie menu  
Continuous advance - to take multiple images when the shutter-release button is  
pressed and held.  
Progressive Capture - to continuously record when the shutter-release button is pressed  
and held. Releasing the button saves the last six images.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Single  
Focus mode  
Full-time AF  
Flash mode  
Flash comp.  
Metering mode  
Single AF  
On  
Autoflash  
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Sensitivity  
Digital zoom  
Color mode  
Sharpness  
Contrast  
Auto  
Off  
NaturalColor  
Normal  
Normal  
2560x1920  
Standard  
Auto  
Bracketing - to take a series of three images with differing exposures.  
Flash mode  
MultiSegment  
P, A, S, and M exposure-mode menu  
Index to menu functions  
Auto DSP, 53  
Color mode, 60  
Focus mode, 54  
Frame rate, 64  
Movie mode, 65  
Quality, 51  
Contrast, 60  
Digital zoom, 53  
Full-time AF, 57  
Image size, 51  
Sensitivity, 59  
Sharpness, 61  
Drive mode, 45  
Flash compensation, 57  
Flash mode, 57, 26  
Image size (movie), 64  
Key function, 62  
Metering mode, 58  
White balance, 55  
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Self-timer  
Continuous-advance mode  
Used for self-portraits, the self-timer will delay the release of the shutter for approximately ten sec-  
onds or two seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed. The self-timer is set in section 1 of  
the recording menus (p. 44). The length of the self-timer delay is set in section 4 of the setup menu  
(p. 96).  
The continuous-advance drive mode allow a series of  
images to be captured while holding down the shutter-  
release button. The number of images that can be captured  
at one time and the rate of capture depend on the image-  
size and image-quality settings. The maximum rate of cap-  
ture is approximately 1.0 fps. This drive mode is set in sec-  
tion 1 of the recording menu.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Single  
Self-timer  
Continuous  
Progressive  
Bracketing  
1
2
With the camera on a tripod, compose the picture so the  
subject is within the focus frames. Press the shutter-  
release button partway down to lock the exposure and  
focus (1). Press the shutter-release button all the way  
down to begin the countdown (2).  
Compose the picture as described in the basic recording  
operation section (p. 22).  
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2
Press the shutter-release button partway down (1) to lock  
the focus exposure for the series.  
Because focus and exposure are determined when the  
shutter-release button is pressed, do not stand in front of  
the camera when taking a self-timer image. Always confirm  
the focus with the focus signals before beginning the  
countdown (p. 25).  
Press and hold the shutter-release button all the way down  
(2) to begin taking pictures; focus is locked with the first  
frame. When the shutter-release button is pressed and held,  
the camera will begin recording images until the maximum  
number has been taken or the shutter button is released.  
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The self-timer is counted down on the monitor. During the countdown, the self-timer lamp on the  
front of the camera (3) will start to blink and is accompanied by an audio signal. A few seconds  
before the exposure, the self-timer lamp will blink rapidly. The lamp will glow steadily just before the  
shutter fires. To stop the countdown, press the right (T) side or the left (W) side of the zoom lever.  
When using a 10-second delay, the self-timer drive mode is reset to single-frame advance after the  
exposure. The audio signal can be turned off in section 3 of the setup menu (p. 95).  
If the continuous AF focus mode (p. 54) is selected, the focus and exposure for the series are not  
locked. The AF system focuses between each frame.  
The use of the built-in flash, the continuous-AF focus mode, or date imprinting (p. 93) reduces the  
rate of capture. The maximum number of images that can be captured with different image quality  
and size is as follows:  
Shooting tips  
2560 X 1920  
2048 X 1536  
1600 X 1200  
640 X 480  
The self-timer can be used to minimize camera shake with long exposures. When using the  
camera on a tripod, photographs of static subjects (landscapes, still-lifes, or close-up pho-  
tographs) can be made with the self-timer. Because no contact is made with the camera dur-  
ing exposure, there is no risk of camera shake caused by the operator.  
Fine  
3
4
9
3
7
5
28  
45  
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Standard  
Economy  
11  
20  
13  
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Progressive-capture mode  
Bracketing  
The Progressive-Capture drive mode continuously records  
images while holding down the shutter-release button. When  
the shutter button is released, the last six images stored in  
the camera’s buffer memory are recorded. This drive mode  
is set in section 1 of the recording menu. When the red low-  
battery warning is displayed, these drive modes cannot be  
used. Fine image quality (p. 51) cannot be used in this  
mode.  
This mode makes a three-image bracket of a scene.  
Bracketing is a method of taking a series of images of a sta-  
tic subject in which each image has a slight variation in  
exposure. The bracketing mode is set in section 1 of the  
recording menus.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Single  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Single  
Self-timer  
Continuous  
Progressive  
Bracketing  
Self-timer  
Continuous  
Progressive  
Bracketing  
Immediately after selecting the bracketing option on the  
menu, a selection screen is displayed to select the bracket-  
ing increment.  
Compose the picture as described in the basic recording  
operation section (p. 22). Press the shutter-release button  
partway down (1) to lock the focus exposure for the series.  
Press the left/right keys of the controller to select the brack-  
eting increment. Press the central button of the controller to  
set the value. To change the increment, select the bracketing  
drive mode again with the menu.  
1
2
3
Press and hold the shutter-release button all the way down  
(2) to begin taking pictures; focus is locked with the first  
frame. When the shutter-release button is pressed and held,  
the camera will begin recording.  
:select  
:enter  
Compose the picture as described in the basic recording  
operation section (p. 22).  
1
2
Release the shutter (3) to save the images in the camera  
memory. The Progressive Capture records the last six  
images saved in the camera’s buffer memory. When a series  
is captured, a thumbnail of each image is shown in an index  
display while being saved.  
Press the shutter-release button partway down (1) to lock  
the focus exposure for the series.  
Press and hold the shutter-release button all the way down  
(2) to make the bracket series; three consecutive images will  
be captured. Focus is locked with the first frame.  
If the continuous AF focus mode (p. 54) is selected, the focus for  
the series is not locked. The AF system focuses between each  
frame. The exposure for the series is locked when the shutter-  
release button is pressed partway down.  
If the continuous AF focus mode (p. 54) is selected, the  
focus for the series is not locked. The AF system focuses  
between each frame. The exposure for the series is locked  
when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down.  
The maximum rate of capture is approximately 1.0 fps. The use  
of the continuous-AF focus mode reduces the rate of capture.  
The built-in flash and date imprinting (p. 93) cannot be used.  
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The remaining number of frames in the bracket series is dis-  
played on the monitor next to the bracketing indicator. If the  
memory is filled or the shutter button is released before the  
series has completed, the camera will reset and the entire  
bracket must be made again. If the red low-battery indicator  
appears, the bracketing drive mode is disabled. The flash can-  
not be used with the bracketing drive mode.  
Image size and image quality  
Changing image size affects the number of pixels in each  
image. The greater the image size, the larger the file size.  
Choose image size based on the final use of the image -  
smaller images will be more suitable for web sites whereas  
larger sizes will produce higher quality prints.  
Number of pixels  
(hor. X vert.)  
LCD monitor  
Number of frames in  
bracketing series  
2560  
2048  
1600  
640  
2560 X 1920  
2048 X 1536  
1600 X 1200  
640 X 480  
Frame counter  
The order of the bracket series is normal exposure, underexposure, and overexposure. The expo-  
sure bracket can be made in 0.3 or 0.5 Ev increments. The larger the number, the greater the differ-  
ence in exposure between the images in the bracketed series.  
FINE  
STD.  
Fine - high-quality JPEG image.  
Standard - the default setting. (JPEG)  
Economy - the smallest file sizes. (JPEG)  
Normal  
Under  
Over  
ECON.  
Image quality controls the rate of compression, but has no effect on the number of pixels in the  
image. The higher the image quality, the lower the rate of compression and the larger the file sizes.  
If economical use of memory is important, use the economy mode. Standard image quality is suffi-  
cient for normal usage. The fine mode will produce the highest quality image and the largest image  
files.  
0.3 Ev  
bracket  
0.5 Ev  
bracket  
Image size and quality must be set before the picture is taken. Changes are displayed on the LCD  
monitor. Changes made on one menu affects all exposure modes except movie. Image size and  
quality must be reset manually. See navigating the recording mode menu section on page 43.  
When using exposure compensation (p. 41), the bracketing series will be made in relation to the  
compensated exposure. Under extreme conditions, one of the bracketed exposures may be inaccu-  
rate because it is outside the exposure control range of the camera.  
If image size or quality are changed, the frame counter will display the approximate number of  
images that can be recorded at that setting. Images with differing sizes and qualities can be record-  
ed. The number of images that can be recorded depends on the memory available and the file size  
of the images. The actual file size is determined by the scene; some subjects can be compressed  
further than others. See the chart on the following page.  
+2.0 Ev  
+1.0 Ev  
0.0 Ev  
4X as much light  
2X as much light  
Calculated exposure  
1/2 as much light  
1/4 as much light  
What is an Ev?  
Ev stands for exposure value. A change of  
one Ev adjusts the exposure calculated by  
the camera by a factor of two.  
–1.0 Ev  
–2.0 Ev  
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Auto DSP  
Approximate file sizes.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Auto DSP  
Digital zoom  
Single  
2560x1920  
Standard  
On  
Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection can be temporarily dis-  
abled in the auto-recording menu. When disabled, the program  
exposure mode is active. If the camera is turned off, Automatic  
Digital Subject Program Selection is activated.  
2560 X 1920  
2460KB  
2048 X 1536  
1600KB  
830KB  
1600 X 1200  
1000KB  
530KB  
640 X 480  
210KB  
Fine  
Standard  
Economy  
1260KB  
130KB  
660KB  
440KB  
290KB  
100KB  
Off  
Approximate number of images that can be stored on internal storage (14.5MB).  
Fine  
6
9
14  
28  
48  
71  
Digital zoom  
Standard  
Economy  
11  
22  
17  
33  
103  
155  
The digital zoom is activated in the auto-recording, Digital Subject Program, and section 3 of the P,  
A, S, and M exposure-mode menus (p. 44).  
Approximate number of images that can be stored on a 64MB memory card.  
Fine  
25  
49  
94  
38  
74  
61  
297  
430  
645  
The digital zoom extends the power of the telephoto position of the optical zoom by up to 4X in  
0.1X increments. The transition between the optical zoom and digital zoom is seamless. When the  
digital zoom is active, the image magnification is displayed on the monitor and the focus frames  
change to a single focus area. Because of the degree of magnification, the use of a tripod is recom-  
mended.  
Standard  
Economy  
117  
203  
138  
Camera Notes  
The digital zoom is operated by the zoom  
lever (1). Press the right (T) side of the  
lever to zoom in to the telephoto position  
of the lens. When the digital zoom acti-  
vates, the image magnification will be  
displayed on the monitor. Press the left  
(W) side of the lever to zoom out. After  
zooming, the zoom scale is displayed  
briefly. The yellow section indicates the  
digital-zoom range.  
Zoom scale  
The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be recorded with the  
available memory at the camera’s image quality and size settings. If the settings are changed,  
the frame counter adjusts accordingly. Because the counter uses approximate file sizes, the  
actual image taken may not change the counter or may decrease it by more than one. When  
the frame counter displays zero, it indicates no more images at the image size and quality set-  
tings can be captured. Changing those settings may allow more images to be saved to the  
card.  
Magnification  
With no memory card in the camera, the frame counter indicates the approximate number of  
images that can be recorded with the available internal memory. When a card is inserted, the  
frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be saved on the card.  
Digital-zoom images are interpolated to  
the set image size. Some loss of quality  
may be evident.  
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Focus modes  
White balance  
This camera has autofocus and manual focus control. The focus mode is selected separately in the  
Digital Subject Program, movie, and P, A, S, and M exposure-mode menus. The selected focus  
mode is not reset when the camera is turned off  
White balance is the camera’s ability to make different types of lighting appear neutral. The effect is  
similar to selecting daylight or tungsten film, or using color compensating filters in conventional  
photography. An indicator will be displayed on the monitor if a setting other than auto white-balance  
is chosen. White balance is set independently in section 1 of the movie, and P, A, S, and M expo-  
sure-mode menus (p. 44).  
With the P, A, S, or M exposure modes or movie recording, the autofocus mode can be specified  
between single-shot AF (AF-S) and continuous AF (AF-C) in section 2 of the menu (p. 44). Single-  
shot AF allows the focus to be locked before recording the image, see the basic recording section.  
Continuous AF continually focuses the camera. When capturing still images, the camera continues  
to focus when the shutter-release button is held partway down. In movie recording, focus is locked  
when the shutter-release button is partway down, but it is continually adjusted during recording.  
Automatic White Balance  
The automatic white balance compensates for the color temperature of a scene. In most cases, the  
auto setting will balance the ambient light and create beautiful images, even under mixed-lighting  
conditions. When the built-in flash is used, the white balance is set for the color temperature of the  
flash.  
Preset White Balance  
When focusing manually, a scale shows the approximate  
subject distance. The scale changes depending on the  
focusing range.  
Preset white-balance settings must be set before the  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
image is taken. Once set, the effect is immediately visi-  
ble on the LCD monitor.  
Cust.set  
CustRecall  
Auto  
Preset  
Use the up/down controller keys to focus; the monitor  
image is automatically magnified by a maximum of 2.5X  
depending on the digital zoom setting. The live image  
returns to normal after two seconds, when zooming, or  
when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down.  
White balance  
Key func.  
Immediately after selecting the preset white-balance  
option on the menu, a selection screen is displayed.  
Press the left/right keys of the controller to select the  
preset white balance. Press the central button of the  
controller to apply it. The following preset options are  
available:  
When using the shutter-priority, aperture-priority, or  
manual exposure modes (p. 36 - 38) with manual  
focus, press the central button of the controller to  
switch between using the up/down keys to focus or  
to adjust the exposure. The active function is indicat-  
ed in blue.  
:select  
:enter  
Daylight - for outdoor and sunlit  
subjects.  
Cloudy - for overcast outdoor scenes.  
Fluorescent - for fluorescent lighting: office  
ceiling lights.  
Tungsten - for incandescent lighting: house-  
hold light bulbs.  
Flash - for use with the built-in flash.  
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Custom White Balance  
Full-time AF  
Custom white-balance allows the camera to be calibrated to a specific lighting condition. The set-  
ting can be used repeatedly until reset. Custom white balance is especially useful with mixed-light-  
ing or when critical control over color is needed. The object used to make a calibration must be  
neutral. A blank piece of white paper is an ideal surface and can easily be carried in a camera bag.  
With full-time AF active, the autofocus systems continually focuses to keep the monitor image  
sharp. This also reduces the autofocusing time when taking pictures. When the camera is set to  
manual focus, full-time AF is disabled. Turning the full-time AF function off can help conserve bat-  
tery power. Full-time AF can be turned on and off in section 2 of the P, A, S, and M menus (p. 44).  
To calibrate the camera, select custom setup (Cust.set)  
from the white balance option in section 1 of the movie,  
and P, A, S, and M exposure-mode menus (p. 44); the cus-  
tom white-balance calibration screen opens.  
Flash mode  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Focus mode  
Full-time AF  
Flash mode  
Flash comp.  
Metering mode  
Single AF  
On  
Autoflash  
0
The flash modes can be changed in section 2 of the P, A, S, and M  
menus (p. 44). This menu option is used when another function is  
assigned to the flash mode button, see page 62 on the custom key  
function. For more on flash modes, refer to page 26.  
Cust.set  
CustRecall  
Auto  
Preset  
Fill the image area with a white object; the object does not  
need to be in focus. Press the central button of the con-  
troller to make the calibration or press the menu button to  
cancel the routine.  
MultiSegment  
Flash compensation  
Flash compensation increases or decreases the flash exposure of  
the built-in flash in reference to the ambient exposure by as much  
as 2 Ev.  
The live view shows the effect of the new white balance  
setting. The custom setting will remain in effect until anoth-  
er calibration is made or the white-balance setting is  
changed.  
Focus mode  
Full-time AF  
Flash mode  
Flash comp.  
Metering mode  
:enter  
–2 ~ +2  
+0.3  
Select the flash compensation option section 2 of the P, A, S, and  
M menus (p. 44). Use the up/down keys to adjust the degree of  
compensation (1). Press the central controller button to set this  
value (2). If any value other than 0.0 is set, an indicator will be dis-  
played on the monitor as a warning.  
If the custom white-balance setting is required again, select custom  
recall from the white-balance option of the menu; the last custom  
white-balance setting will be applied to the camera. The same cus-  
tom white-balance setting is made and accessed from the movie, P,  
A, S, and M exposure modes.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
Cust.set  
CustRecall  
Auto  
Preset  
Positive compensation No compensation  
Negative compensation No flash  
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Flash compensation changes the ratio between the ambient and flash exposures. When using fill-  
flash to reduce harsh shadows caused by direct sunlight, flash compensation changes the ratio  
between the highlights and shadows. The flash affects the darkness of the shadows without affect-  
ing the area illuminated by the sun. By decreasing the flash output with a negative Ev setting, the  
shadows receive less light and are deeper, but retain detail that would be lost without the flash.  
Using a positive Ev setting will soften or eliminate shadows.  
Camera sensitivity - ISO  
Sensitivity  
Digital zoom  
Color mode  
Sharpness  
Contrast  
Auto  
Off  
NaturalColor  
Normal  
Normal  
Five camera sensitivity settings can be selected: Auto, 50, 100,  
200, and 320; the numerical values are based on an ISO equiva-  
lent. ISO is the standard used to indicate film sensitivity: the higher  
the number, the more sensitive the film. Camera sensitivity is set in  
section 3 of the P, A, S, and M menus (p. 44).  
Metering modes  
Metering mode indicators are displayed on the monitor. The meter-  
The auto setting automatically adjusts the camera sensitivity to the light conditions between ISO 50  
and 160. When any other setting than auto is used, “ISO” and the set value will be displayed on the  
monitor.  
ing mode is set in section 2 of the P, A, S, and M menus (p. 44).  
Focus mode  
Full-time AF  
Flash mode  
Flash comp.  
Metering mode  
Single AF  
On  
Autoflash  
0
A specific sensitivity setting can be selected. As the ISO value doubles, the camera sensitivity dou-  
bles. Like grain in silver-halide film that increases with speed, noise increases with sensitivity in digi-  
tal imaging; an ISO setting of 50 will have the least noise and 320 will have the most. An ISO setting  
of 320 may allow the camera to be hand-held in low-light conditions without the need of a flash.  
Multi-segment metering: uses 256 segments to measure  
luminance and color. This data is combined with distance  
information to calculate the camera exposure. This advanced  
metering system will give accurate worry-free exposures in  
almost all situations.  
MultiSegment  
Center weighted: a traditional metering method in film cameras. The system measures light  
values over the entire image area with emphasis given the central region.  
Flash range and camera sensitivity  
The flash range is measured from the CCD. Because of the optical system, the flash range is not  
Spot metering: uses a small area within the image to calcu-  
late the exposure. A small circle appears in the middle of the  
live image indicating the measuring area. The spot allows  
precise exposure measurements of a particular object with-  
out being influenced by extremely bright or dark areas within  
the scene.  
the same at the lens’ wide-angle position as it is at the telephoto position.  
ISO setting  
Flash range (wide angle)  
Flash range (telephoto)  
AUTO  
50  
0.57 - 4.7m (1.87 - 15.4ft.)  
0.57 - 2.7m (1.87 - 8.9ft.)  
0.57 - 3.8m (1.87 - 12.4ft.)  
0.57 - 5.3m (1.87 - 17.4ft.)  
0.57 - 6.7m (1.87 - 22.0ft.)  
1.57 - 4.7m (5.15 - 15.4ft.)  
1.57 - 2.7m (5.15 - 8.9ft.)  
1.57 - 3.8m (5.15 - 12.4ft.)  
1.57 - 5.3m (5.15 - 17.4ft.)  
1.57 - 6.7m (5.15 - 22.0ft.)  
100  
200  
320  
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Color Mode  
Sharpness  
Sharpness accents or softens details in an image in three levels:  
hard (+), normal, and soft (–). This can be set in section 3 of the P,  
A, S, and M menus (p. 44).  
The color mode controls whether a still image is color or black  
and white. This must be set before the image is recorded. The  
color mode is set in section 3 of the P, A, S, and M menus and  
section 2 of the movie menu (p. 44). The live image reflects the  
selected color mode. The color mode has no effect on image file  
size.  
Vivid color  
Black & White  
Sepia  
Sensitivity  
Digital zoom  
Color mode  
Sharpness  
Contrast  
Auto  
Off  
NaturalColor  
Normal  
Normal  
Any changes made are applied to the live image, but may be diffi-  
cult to see. However, when viewed with a computer, the changes  
will be evident. If any level except normal is selected, an indicator  
appears on the monitor as a warning.  
Natural Color reproduces the colors in the scene faithfully. This  
mode uses no monitor indicator when active. Vivid Color  
increases the saturation of the colors in the scene. Black &  
White produces neutral monochrome images. The sepia mode  
creates warm-tone monochrome images.  
Contrast  
This function increases or decreases the contrast of the scene in three levels: high (+), normal, and  
low (–). This can be set in section 3 of the P, A, S, and M menus (p. 44). Any changes made are  
applied to the live image. If any level except normal is selected, an indicator appears on the monitor  
as a warning.  
Normal  
Sharpness: soft  
Sharpness: hard  
Contrast: normal  
Contrast: low  
Contrast: high  
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Custom Key function  
The function assigned to the flash-mode button can be  
selected among the flash mode, drive mode, white bal-  
ance, focus mode, color mode, and sensitivity. This can be  
set in section 1 of the P, A, S, and M menus (p. 44). The  
flash mode can also be changed in section 2 of the P, A, S,  
and M menus.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
White balance  
Key func.  
When selecting the bracketing drive mode, or preset  
white balance, a selection screen appears. Use the  
left/right keys of the controller to display the bracket-  
ing increment or preset white balance, and press the  
central button of the controller to select it.  
Flash mode  
:select  
:enter  
After selecting the custom key function option on the  
menu, press the central button of the controller to display  
the selection screen. Use the four-way keys of the con-  
troller to select the function. Press the central button of the  
controller to set the custom key function. Pressing the  
menu button cancels the operation without changing the  
custom key function.  
Flash mode  
Drive mode  
White balance  
Focus mode  
Color mode  
Sensitivity  
When selecting custom white balance, the calibration  
screen appears. Fill the frame with a white object and  
press the central button of the controller to calibrate  
the camera.  
Selection screen  
:enter  
Pressing the flash-mode button changes the function set in the  
menu. Press the central button of the controller or press the  
shutter-release button partway down to apply the setting.  
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Image size (movie)  
Image size  
Frame rate  
White balance  
Movie mode  
320x240  
15ps  
Auto  
Movies can be recorded at two sizes: 640x480 and 320x240. The  
larger the image size, the higher the image quality and the larger  
the file sizes. Image size is set in section 1 of the movie menu (p.  
44).  
The writing speed of the memory card may prematurely end the recording of a movie clip. Test the  
card before important events. Check the Konica Minolta web site for the latest compatibility infor-  
mation:  
North America:  
Europe:  
STD. movie  
Frame rate  
Movies can be recorded at two frame rates: 15 fps and 30 fps. 640x480 size image can only be  
recorded at 15fps. The higher the frame rate, the smoother the moving image and the larger the file  
sizes. Frame rate is set in section 1 of the movie menu (p. 44).  
Movie mode  
The movie mode option selects the type of movie recorded. Standard produces a normal movie  
clip. Night Movie uses high camera sensitivity to record under low light levels; camera sensitivity  
will automatically increase in low light. Image quality can be lower with Night Movies because of the  
higher sensitivity. The movie mode is set in section 1 of the movie menu (p. 44).  
Movie file sizes  
If image size or frame rate is changed, the frame counter displays the approximate number of sec-  
onds that can be recorded. The total time that can be recorded is determined by the available mem-  
ory and the recording rate. The actual file size is determined by the scene; some subjects can be  
compressed further than others.  
Approximate recording rate  
Image size  
Frame rate  
640 X 480  
-----  
320 X 240  
670KB/s  
340KB/s  
30 fps  
15 fps  
540KB/s  
Approximate number of seconds that can be stored on internal storage (14.5MB).  
30 fps  
15 fps  
-----  
21 seconds  
43 seconds  
27 seconds  
Approximate number of seconds that can be stored on a 64MB memory card.  
30 fps  
15 fps  
-----  
91 seconds  
116 seconds  
183 seconds  
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A SHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY  
Photography can be a rewarding pursuit. It is a broad and disciplined field that can take years to  
master. But the pleasure in making photographs and the joy of capturing a magical moment cannot  
be compared. The guide is an introduction to some basic photographic principles.  
The shutter controls not only exposure, but also  
the ability to stop motion. Fast shutter speeds are  
used in sport photography to stop action. Slow  
shutter speeds can be used to show the flow of  
motion such as water cascading over a waterfall.  
The use of a tripod is recommended with slow  
shutter speeds.  
The lens aperture controls not only expo-  
sure, but also depth of field; the area  
between the closest object in focus and  
the furthest object in focus. The larger the  
aperture value, the greater the depth of  
field. The smaller the aperture value, the  
shallower the depth of field. The required  
shutter speed for the exposure increases  
with the aperture value. Usually landscape  
photographs use a large depth of field  
(large aperture value) to keep the fore-  
ground and background in focus, and por-  
traits use a shallow depth of field (small  
aperture value) to separate the subject  
from the background.  
Depth of field also changes with focal  
length. The smaller the focal length, the  
greater the depth of field; the longer the  
focal length, the shallower the depth of  
field.  
The change in aperture and shutter speed is not apparent in the live image. Unlike film cameras,  
test photographs can be taken and immediately viewed. For critical work, take a test photograph at  
the set aperture or shutter speed and view the result in Quick View (p. 30). The image can be delet-  
ed if not acceptable and another test image can be taken at a different setting.  
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Capturing a movie frame  
ADVANCED PLAYBACK  
A single frame from a movie clip can be copied and saved as a still image. The copied  
image has the same image size as the original movie.  
The basic functions in this mode are described in the basic playback section on pages 30 through  
33. This section covers how to playback movie clips as well as the advanced function on the play-  
back menu. Movie clips can be played back in Quick View.  
During playback, press the center button of the con-  
troller to pause the movie playback at the point to  
capture the frame. When the movie is paused, the  
left/right keys can be used to jog the clip to display  
the correct frame.  
Playing back movies  
Play  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to display the  
movie.  
Pause Rew Fwd  
Press the center of the controller to play back the  
movie clip.  
Press the up key of the controller to capture the  
frame. Before the frame is captured, a confirmation  
screen appears. Choosing “Yes” executes the opera-  
tion, “No” cancels it.  
Press the controller to pause the movie playback;  
press the controller again to resume the playback.  
Play  
Rew Fwd  
Press the display button to view the movie with or  
without the guidance bar.  
Pause Rew Fwd  
Saved as PICT0015.JPG.  
OK  
The file name of the captured image is displayed.  
Press the center button of the controller to complete  
the operation.  
During playback, the left/right keys rewind and fast  
forward the recording.  
Play  
Rew Fwd  
To cancel the playback, press the menu button.  
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Navigating the playback menu  
Pressing the menu button (1) turns the menu on and off. The four-way keys of the controller (2)  
To delete recorded images (p. 73).  
Delete  
Format  
Lock  
To format the memory (p. 74).  
move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting.  
To protect images from deletion (p. 75).  
To copy files to the internal memory or memory card (p. 76).  
Copy  
Activate the menu with the menu button.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the appropriate menu tab; the menu  
changes as the tabs are highlighted.  
To play back images automatically (p. 80).  
Slide show  
Playback  
Duration  
Repeat  
To select the images for the Slide Show (p. 80).  
To specify how long each image is played back (p. 80).  
To repeat the Slide Show presentation automatically (p. 80).  
Use the up/down keys to scroll through the menu options. Highlight the option whose  
setting needs to be changed.  
5 sec.  
Off  
With the menu option highlighted, press the right controller key; the settings are dis-  
played with the current setting highlighted. If “Enter” is displayed, press the center of  
the controller to continue.  
To select images for DPOF printing (p. 82).  
DPOF set  
To print the date with the DPOF images (p. 83).  
To create an index print with the DPOF order (p. 83).  
To copy and resize images to be e-mailed (p. 79).  
Date imprint Off  
Use the up/down keys to highlight the new setting.  
Index print  
E-mail copy  
Press the central button of the controller to select the  
highlighted setting.  
Refer to the following sections for descriptions of the menu options.  
2
Once a setting has been selected, the cursor will return to the  
menu options and the new setting will be displayed. To return to  
the playback mode, press the menu button.  
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Frame-selection screen  
Delete  
When a marked-frames setting is chosen on a menu, the frame selection screen will appear. This  
screen allows multiple images to be chosen.  
Deleting permanently erases the file. Once  
deleted, a file cannot be recovered. Care  
should be taken when deleting images.  
Delete  
Format  
Lock  
The left/right keys of the controller moves the yellow  
border to select the image.  
Copy  
Single, multiple, or all files can be deleted in section 1 of the play-  
back menu (p. 71). To delete images in the internal memory,  
remove the memory card from the camera. The delete option has  
three settings:  
The up key of the controller selects the frame; when  
selected, an indicator appears next to the image. The  
down key deselects the image removing the indicator.  
:move  
:enter  
:sel.  
This  
frame  
The file displayed or highlighted in the playback mode is deleted.  
All unlocked files are deleted.  
The garbage can indicates the image is  
selected for deletion.  
The key indicates the image is locked or  
selected to be locked.  
All  
frames  
The printer icon indicates the image is  
selected for DPOF printing. The number of  
copies is shown on the right.  
The check indicates the image is selected  
for the slide show or to be copied.  
To delete multiple files. When this setting is chosen, the frame-selection screen is dis-  
played. Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the first file to be deleted.  
Pressing the up key marks the thumbnail with the delete indicator. To deselect a file for  
deletion, highlight it with the yellow border and press the down key; the indicator disap-  
pears. Continue until all the files to be deleted are marked. Press the central button of  
the controller to continue (the confirmation screen appears), or press the menu button  
to cancel the operation and return to the playback menu. On the confirmation screen,  
highlighting and entering “Yes” deletes the marked files.  
Marked  
frames  
Press the central button of the controller to complete the operation.  
The menu button cancels the screen and any operation made.  
Movie file  
E-mail copy file  
Indicators may be displayed on the right of each index  
image to indicate movie and E-mail copy files.  
Before a file is deleted, a confirmation screen appears. Choosing  
Yes” executes the operation, “No” cancels it.  
Delete  
Delete this frame?  
Yes  
The delete function will only erase unlocked files. Locked files  
must be unlocked before they can be deleted.  
No  
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Format  
Lock  
Single, multiple, or all files can be locked. To lock images in the internal memory, remove the memo-  
ry card from the camera.  
When a memory card or the camera’s internal memory is formatted, all  
data is erased.  
A locked file cannot be deleted by either the playback menu functions or the QV/delete button.  
However, the formatting function (p. 74) will erase all files whether locked or not. Important images  
should be locked. The lock function is in section 1 of the playback menu (p. 71). The lock option  
has four settings:  
The formatting function is used to erase all data on a memory card  
or in the camera’s internal memory. To format the internal memory,  
remove the memory card from the camera.  
Delete  
Format  
Lock  
Before formatting, copy the data to a computer or storage device.  
Locking images will not protect them from being deleted when the  
memory is formatted. Always format the memory using the cam-  
era; never use a computer.  
Copy  
This  
The file displayed or highlighted in the playback mode is locked.  
frame  
All  
frames  
All files on the memory card or in the internal memory are locked.  
When the format option is selected and entered in section 1 of the  
playback menu (p. 71), a confirmation screen appears. Choosing  
Yes” formats the memory, choosing “No” cancels the formatting  
operation. A screen appears to indicate the memory has been for-  
matted.  
To lock or unlock multiple files. When this setting is chosen, the frame-selection screen  
is displayed. Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the file to be locked.  
Pressing the up key marks the file with the lock indicator. To unlock a file, highlight it  
with the yellow border and press the down key; the lock indicator disappears. Continue  
until all the files to be locked are marked. Press the central button of the controller to  
lock the marked thumbnails, or press the menu button to cancel the operation and  
return to the playback menu.  
Delete  
Format?  
Yes  
Marked  
frames  
No  
C
Unlock  
all  
A memory card used in another camera may have to be formatted before being used. If the unable-  
to-use-card message appears, the card should be formatted with the camera. If the card-error mes-  
sage appears, press the central button of the controller to close the window; check the Konica  
Minolta web site for the latest compatibility information:  
All files on the memory card or in the internal memory are unlocked.  
North America:  
Europe:  
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Copy and E-mail Copy  
Copy  
When the image(s) to be copied are selected, a message screen is displayed. The appearance of  
the screen varies depending if a memory card is inserted or not. The messages are highlighted dur-  
ing the copying procedure.  
Delete  
Format  
Lock  
The copy function in section 1 of the playback menu (p.  
71) makes exact copies of image or movie files and can  
store the copied data on another memory card or in the  
internal memory.  
E-mail Copy in menu section 3 makes a standard 640 X  
480 (VGA) JPEG copy of an original still image so that it  
may be easily transmitted by e-mail.  
DPOF set  
Date print  
Index print  
E-mail copy  
Off  
Copy  
When a memory card is inserted:  
Copy  
E-mail copies can only be copied to the original memory  
source.  
Change card.  
Remove memory card to  
Copy to internal memory.  
Copying . . .  
To copy or E-mail copy the images in the internal memory, remove the memory card from the cam-  
era. When a copy function is used, a folder is created for the files (p. 102); copy files are placed in a  
folder with a name ending in CP, and E-mail Copy images are placed in a folder ending in EM. The  
same folder is used to store copies until the number of images exceed 9,999. Copies of locked  
images are unlocked. DPOF information is not copied.  
Copying completed.  
enter  
The copy function has three menu options and E-mail copy function has two:  
To copy from one memory card to another.  
This  
To copy the file displayed or highlighted in the playback mode.  
frame  
When the change-card message is highlighted, remove  
the camera’s memory card and insert the card to which  
the image should be copied. Press the central button of  
the controller to continue or the menu button to cancel  
the copy operation.  
All  
To copy all the files in the internal memory. (Copy function only)  
frames  
To copy single or multiple files. When selected, the frame-selection screen will appear;  
highlight the file to be copied with the yellow border and then press the up key of the  
controller to mark it with the check indicator. To deselect a file to be copied, highlight  
the selected thumbnail and press the down key; the check disappears. Continue until all  
the files to be copied are marked. Press the central button of the controller to continue,  
Marked  
frames  
To copy from a memory card to the internal memory.  
or press the menu button to cancel the operation and return to the playback menu.  
When the change-card message is highlighted, remove  
the camera’s memory card. Press the central button of  
the controller to continue or the menu button to cancel  
the copy operation.  
Up to approximately 13MB of data can be copied. If too many images have been selected, a warn-  
ing will appear and the copy routine will be canceled. Divide the number of images into two or three  
batches. The amount of data can be converted into E-mail copies depends on the amount of free  
memory remaining.  
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When a memory card is not inserted:  
E-mail Copy  
When the image(s) to be converted to an e-mail file are selected, the copy  
routine begins and a screen appears indicating the name of the folder con-  
taining the copied images; press the central button of the controller to  
return to the menu.  
Copy  
Copied to 102KM_EM.  
OK  
Insert memory card.  
Copying . . .  
Copying completed.  
To copy captured movie frames, the image size must be equal to or small-  
er than the frame image size.  
enter  
To copy from the internal memory to a memory card.  
When the insert-memory-card message is highlighted,  
insert the memory card to which the image should be  
copied. Press the central button of the controller to con-  
tinue or the menu button to cancel the copy operation.  
Camera Notes  
The copy-unsuccessful message appears when one or all of the images could not be copied.  
Check the memory card or the internal memory to see which files were copied and then repeat  
the procedure for the uncopied images.  
After the copy-completed message is highlighted, a screen indicates the  
name of the folder containing the copied images; press the central con-  
troller button to return to the menu.  
Copied to 101KM_CP.  
OK  
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To display all the images recorded in the internal memory,  
remove the memory card from the camera.  
Slide Show  
Slide show  
Playback  
Duration  
Repeat  
Section 2 of the playback menu controls the slide-show function. This function automatically dis-  
plays all still images and movie clips on the memory card or in the camera’s internal memory in  
order. The menu has the following options:  
5 sec.  
Off  
The controller can be used to control the presentation during  
playback.  
To start the slide-show presentation. Highlight “Enter” and press the cen-  
tral button of the controller to start the slide show.  
Slide show  
Enter  
Press the central button of the controller to  
pause and restart the slide show presenta-  
tion.  
All frames To select all the images on the memory card or in the internal memory to  
be displayed in the slide-show presentation.  
To select specific images to be displayed in the slide-show presentation.  
When this setting is chosen, the frame-selection screen is displayed. Use  
the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the image to be included  
in the presentation. Pressing the up key will mark the image with a check  
The left/right keys advance to the next still  
image or return to the previous one. During a  
movie, the keys forward or rewind the clip  
Playback  
Marked  
frames  
indicator. To deselect a marked image, highlight it with the yellow border  
and press the down key; the check disappears. Continue until all the  
images have been edited. Press the controller to set the marked frames,  
or press the menu button to cancel the operation and return to the play-  
back menu.  
Press the menu button to cancel the presen-  
tation.  
Camera Notes  
The presentation can be viewed without  
image information. Before opening the play-  
back menu, press the information (i+) button  
to turn off the information display.  
To select the period each still image is displayed during the slide show.  
Duration  
Repeat  
1 - 60s.  
On / Off  
Selecting “On” causes the slide show to repeat until it is canceled using  
the menu button. “Off” ends the slide show presentation and returns to  
the playback menu when all the images have been displayed once.  
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When the this-frame or all-frames setting is chosen, a screen appears requesting the number of  
copies of each image; a maximum of nine copies can be ordered. Use the up/down keys of the  
controller to set the required number of copies. If the all-frames setting was used to create a print  
order, any additional images recorded afterwards will not be included in the order.  
About DPOF  
This camera is supported by DPOF™ version 1.1. The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows  
direct printing of still images from digital cameras. After the DPOF file is created, the memory card  
is simply taken to a photofinishing service or inserted into the memory-card slot of DPOF compati-  
ble printers. When a DPOF file is created, a misc. folder is automatically created to store it (p. 102).  
DPOF files created with another camera will be canceled. After the pictures have been printed, the  
DPOF file will still remain on the memory card or in the internal memory and must be canceled man-  
ually.  
DPOF setup  
DPOF information is not copied with images. To create a DPOF file for copied images, select the  
DPOF-set menu again.  
The DPOF-set menu option is used to create an order for standard prints from still images on the  
memory card or in the camera’s internal memory. To select images in the internal memory, remove  
the memory card from the camera. Print orders are created in section 3 of the playback menu (p.  
71). The orders set in this menu can be printed with PictBridge compatible printer (p.113). The print  
menu option has four settings:  
Date IMPrint  
This  
frame  
To print the date of capture with each image with a DPOF compatible printer, turn the section 3  
menu option on. To cancel date imprint, simply turn the option off. How and where the date is print-  
ed varies with the printer.  
To create a DPOF file for the displayed or highlighted image.  
All  
To create a DPOF file for all images on the memory card or in the internal memory.  
frames  
Index Print  
To chose a group of images to be printed or when the number of copies of each image  
varies. When selected, the frame selection screen appears. Use the left/right keys of the  
controller to highlight an image to be printed. Pressing the up key will mark the image  
with the print indicator. The number next to the indicator shows the number of copies  
that will be printed. Pressing the up key increases the number of copies, pressing the  
down key decreases the number. A maximum of nine copies can be ordered. To dese-  
lect an image for printing, press the down key until the number of copies reaches zero  
and the print indicator disappears. Continue until all the images to be printed are  
marked. Press the central button of the controller to create the DPOF file, or press the  
menu button to cancel the operation and return to the playback menu.  
To create an index print of all the images on the card or in the inter-  
nal memory, select “On” in the index print option in section 3 of the  
playback menu. To cancel an index print, simply change the setting  
to “Off.”  
Marked  
frames  
If an index-print order is created, any additional images saved after-  
wards will not be included in the index print. The number of images  
printed per sheet differs between printers. The information printed  
with the thumbnails can vary.  
Camera Notes  
DPOF files and images can be printed directly from the camera with a DPOF compatible  
PictBridge printer, see page 108.  
Cancel  
all  
To delete the DPOF file.  
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Viewing images on a television  
SETUP MENU  
The setup menu is used to control the camera’s functions and operation. The navigating the setup  
menu section covers the operation of the menu. The section is followed by detailed descriptions of  
the settings.  
It is possible to view camera images on your television. The camera has a video-out terminal to  
make the connection using the supplied Video cable VC-400. The camera is compatible with the  
NTSC and PAL standards. The video-output setting can be checked and set in section 4 of the  
setup menu (p. 96). To view images recorded in the internal memory, remove the memory card from  
the camera.  
Opening the setup menu  
The setup menu is opened from the other menus. It can be accessed from any of the recording or  
playback menus.  
1. Turn off the television and the camera.  
2. Insert the small plug of the video cable into the camera’s  
video-out terminal. The arrow mark on the plug should face  
the back of the camera.  
Drive m  
Image  
Quality  
Auto D  
Digital  
Use the right key of the controller to highlight setup  
tab at the top of the menu.  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Auto DSP  
Digital zoom  
Single  
2560x1920  
Standard  
On  
3. Plug the other end of the video cable into the video input  
terminal on the television.  
4. Turn the television on.  
Off  
5. Change the television to the video channel.  
2
Press the central button of the controller to open the  
setup menu.  
6. Turn the camera’s mode dial to the playback position and  
turn on the camera. The camera’s monitors will not activate  
when the camera is attached to a television. The playback-  
mode display will be visible on the television screen.  
LCDbrightness  
Power save  
Inst.Playback  
Lens acc.  
7. View images as described in the playback section.  
1 min.  
Off  
None  
English  
Reverse the procedure to return to the original  
menu. Pressing the menu button closes the menu  
and returns to the recording or playback modes.  
Language  
Setup menu  
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Navigating the setup  
Menu  
To set monitor brightness (p. 88).  
LCDbrightness  
Power save  
Inst.Playback  
Lens acc.  
See page 85 on how to open the menu. The four-way keys of the controller (1) move the cursor in  
the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting.  
To set the auto power save period (p. 88).  
To play back a still image after it is recorded (p. 89).  
Specified when using a lens accessory (p. 90).  
To set the menu language (p. 19).  
1 min.  
Off  
None  
English  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the appropriate menu tab; the menu  
changes as the tabs are highlighted.  
Language  
Use the up/down keys to scroll through the menu options. Highlight the option whose  
setting needs to be changed.  
To activate file number memory (p. 91).  
To select the folder name format (p. 92).  
To set the camera’s clock and calendar (p. 93, 18).  
To activate date imprinting (p. 93).  
File # memory  
Folder name  
Date/Time set  
Date imprint  
Date imprint  
Off  
Std. form  
Off  
With the menu option highlighted, press the right controller key; the settings are dis-  
played with the current setting highlighted. If “Enter” is displayed, press the center of  
the controller to continue.  
Use the up/down keys to highlight the new setting.  
To reset camera functions (p. 94).  
Reset default  
Audio signals  
Focus signal  
Shutter FX  
1
1
1
To change or turn off audio signals (p. 95).  
To change or turn off the focus signal (p. 96).  
To change or turn off the shutter sound effect (p. 96).  
Press the central button of the controller to select the highlighted setting. Once a setting  
has been selected, the cursor will return to the menu options and the new setting will be  
displayed.  
Close the menu with the menu button.  
To switch video output between NTSC and PAL (p. 96).  
To specify camera use with a computer or printer (p. 96).  
To change the selt-timer delay period (p. 96).  
Video output  
Transfer mode  
Self-timer  
NTSC  
Data storage  
10 sec.  
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LCD monitor brightness  
Instant playback  
Monitor brightness can be adjusted in 11 levels.  
Brightness can be set individually for viewfinder and  
direct viewing in the recording mode. Turn the mode  
switch to the appropriate position before opening the  
brightness option in section 1 of the setup menu (p. 87).  
Also see page 28.  
An image can be displayed on the monitor after it is captured.  
When used with the continuous-advance or progressive-capture  
drive modes (p. 47, 48), the images in the series are played back in  
a six-frame index display. Instant playback is activated section 1 of  
the setup menu (p. 87). A playback period of two or ten seconds  
can be selected. To cancel the playback and save the image  
before the end of the playback period, press the shutter-release  
button partway down.  
Set LCD brightness  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to adjust bright-  
ness, the monitor image changes accordingly. Press the  
central button of the controller to set the level.  
Low  
High  
Camera Notes  
Single still images can be previewed immediately after being captured without  
instant playback active. Simply continue to hold the shutter-release button down  
after taking the picture to display the image. Release the shutter button to end the  
playback.  
:adjust  
:enter  
Auto power save  
To conserve battery power, the camera will shut down if no operation is made within a certain peri-  
od. The length of the auto-power-save period can be changed to 1, 3, 5, or 10 minutes. When the  
camera is connected to a computer, the auto-power-save period is fixed at ten minutes. Auto power  
save is set in section 1 of the setup menu (p. 87).  
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Lens accessory  
File number (#) memory  
This camera is compatible with the optional Wide-angle Converter  
ZCW-200. This 0.7X wide-angle converter reduces the focal length  
of the zoom lens’ wide-angle position giving it the equivalent of a  
26mm lens on a 35mm camera.  
If file number memory is selected, when a new folder is created or  
a new memory card or memory location is used, the next image  
recorded will have a file number one greater than the last file  
saved. If the new card contains an image with a greater file num-  
ber, the new image will be assigned a file number one greater than  
the greatest on the card.  
File # memory  
Folder name  
Date/Time set  
Date imprint  
Date imprint  
Off  
Std. form  
Off  
When the converter is mounted, the lens accessory option in sec-  
tion 1 of the setup menu should be set to “WideConvertr.” An indi-  
cator (W) appears in the top left corner of the monitor as a warn-  
ing. The optical zoom is automatically set to the wide-angle posi-  
tion. The optical zoom is disabled.  
If the file number memory is disabled, the image file number is  
reset to 0001 when saved in a new folder, card or memory loca-  
tion. File number memory is activated in section 2 of the setup  
menu.  
Language  
The language used in the menus can be changed in section 1 of the setup menu.  
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Folder name  
Date and time setup  
All recorded images are stored in folders on the memory card or in the camera’s  
internal memory. Two folder-name formats are available in section 2 of the setup  
menu, standard and date.  
It is important to accurately set the clock. When a still image or a movie clip is recorded, the date  
and time of the recording are saved with the image and are displayed during playback or can be  
read with the supplied DiMAGE Viewer software. The date format that is displayed or imprinted can  
be changed: YYYY/MM/DD (year, month, day), MM/DD/YYYY (month, day, year), DD/MM/YYYY  
(day, month, year). See page 18 for instructions on how to set the clock and calendar.  
100KM027  
(Standard)  
Standard folders have an eight character name. The initial folder is named  
100KM027. The first three digits are the folder’s serial number, which will increase  
by one each time a new folder is created. The next two letters refer to Konica  
Minolta, and the last three numbers indicate the camera used; 027 indicates a  
DiMAGE Z20.  
Date imprinting  
The date of recording can be printed directly on the image. The  
imprinting function must be activated in section 2 of the setup menu  
(p. 87) before the image is taken. Once activated, the date will con-  
tinue to be imprinted until the function is reset; a yellow bar is dis-  
played behind the frame counter to indicate the imprinting function  
is active.  
A date folder name also starts with the three digit serial number and is followed by  
one register for the year, two register for the month, and two registers for the day:  
101YMMDD. The folder 10150325 was created in 2005 on March 25th.  
10150325  
(Date)  
With the date folder format selected, when an image is recorded, a new folder with the day’s date is  
created. All images recorded that day are placed in that folder. Images recorded on a different day  
are placed in a new folder with the corresponding date. If the file number memory function is off (p.  
91), when a new folder is created, the serial number in the image-file name is reset to 0001. If file  
number memory function is on, the serial number in the image-file is one greater than the last image  
saved. For more information on folder organization and file names, see page 102.  
Date-imprinting indicator  
The date is imprinted in the lower right corner of the image  
when viewed horizontally. It is printed directly on the pho-  
tograph writing over the image information. The date can  
be imprinted in three formats: year / month / day, month /  
day / year, and day / month / year. The date and date for-  
mat are set in section 2 of the setup menu (p. 87).  
Camera Notes  
Every time a still image is recorded, it is stored with an exif tag that contains the date and time  
of recording as well as shooting information. This information can be viewed with the camera  
in the Quick View or playback mode, or on a computer with the DiMAGE Viewer software.  
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Playback menu  
Playback (Slide Show)  
Duration (Slide Show)  
Repeat (Slide Show)  
Date print  
Reset default  
All frames  
5 seconds  
No  
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p. 80  
p. 80  
p. 83  
p. 83  
This function affects all modes. When selected, a confirmation screen appears; choosing “Yes”  
resets the following functions and settings, “No” cancels the operation.  
Recording mode  
Focus area  
Off  
Wide frames  
p. 42  
p. 28  
p. 41  
p. 26  
p. 45  
p. 51  
p. 51  
p. 23  
p. 53  
p. 54  
p. 55  
p. 62  
p. 57  
p. 57  
p. 58  
p. 59  
p. 60  
p. 61  
p. 61  
Index print  
No  
Monitor display  
Exposure compensation  
Flash mode  
Standard  
0.0  
Setup menu  
LCD brightness  
Auto-power-save period  
Instant playback  
Lens accessory  
File number (#) memory  
Folder name  
Autoflash (Fill-flash in A, S, M modes)  
Normal  
p. 88  
p. 88  
p. 89  
p. 90  
p. 91  
p. 92  
p. 93  
p. 95  
p. 96  
p. 96  
p. 96  
p. 96  
Drive mode  
Single-frame advance  
1 minute  
Image size  
2560 X 1920  
Off  
Image quality  
Standard  
None  
Auto Digital Subject Selection  
Digital zoom  
On (Auto recording mode)  
Off  
Off  
Standard  
Focus mode  
Autofocus / Single-shot AF  
Date imprinting  
Audio signals  
Off  
White balance  
Custom key function  
Full-time AF  
Auto  
1
Flash mode  
Off  
Focus signals  
1
Shutter FX  
1
Flash compensation  
Metering mode  
Camera sensitivity (ISO)  
Color mode  
0.0  
Transfer mode  
Self-timer  
Data storage  
10 sec.  
Multi segment  
Auto  
Natural color  
Normal  
Normal  
Audio signals  
Sharpness  
Contrast  
Every time a button is pressed, an audio signal gives a positive  
confirmation of the operation. The audio signals can be turn off in  
section 3 of the setup menu (p. 87). The tone of the signal can also  
be changed.  
Reset default  
Audio signals  
Focus signal  
Shutter FX  
1
1
1
Movie menu  
Image size  
Frame rate  
White balance  
Movie mode  
Focus mode  
Color mode  
320 X 240  
15 fps  
p. 64  
p. 64  
p. 55  
p. 65  
p. 54  
p. 60  
Auto  
Standard movie  
Continuous AF  
Natural color  
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Read this section carefully before connecting the camera to a computer. Instructions on using and  
installing the DiMAGE Viewer software are found in the supplied software manual. The DiMAGE  
manuals do not cover the basic operation of computers or their operating systems; please refer to  
the manual supplied with your computer.  
When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, an audio signal confirms the AF system  
has focused. The focus signals can be changed or turned off in section 3 of the setup menu (p. 87).  
Two tones are available.  
Shutter FX  
When the shutter is released, a shutter sound effect gives a positive confirmation a still image is  
recorded. The sound effect can be turn off in section 3 of the setup menu (p. 87). Two shutter  
effects are available.  
System requirements  
For the camera to be connected directly to the computer and used as a mass-storage device, the  
computer must be equipped with a USB port as a standard interface. Both the computer and the  
operating system must be guaranteed by their manufacturers to support USB interface. The follow-  
ing operating systems are compatible with the camera:  
Windows 98, 98SE, Me, 2000 Professional, and XP home and professional editions.  
Mac OS 9.0 ~ 9.2.2 and Mac OS X v.10.1.3 - 10.1.5, v.10.2.1 ~ 10.2.8, v.10.3 ~10.3.6.  
Video output  
Camera images can be displayed on a television (p. 84). The video output can be changed between  
NTSC and PAL in section 4 of the setup menu. North America uses the NTSC standard and Europe  
uses the PAL standard. Check which standard is used in your region to play back images on your  
television set.  
Check the Konica Minolta web site for the latest compatibility information:  
North America:  
Transfer mode  
Users with Windows 98 or 98 Second Edition will need to install the driver software on the included  
DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM (p. 99). No special driver software is required for other Windows or  
Macintosh operating systems.  
The data-transfer mode must be specified depending on whether images are transferred to a com-  
puter or printed directly. The data-storage option must be selected to transfer data from the camera  
to a computer or when using the DiMAGE Viewer software. The PictBridge option allows images to  
be printed directly from the camera with a PictBridge compatible printer (p. 108).  
Customers who have bought a previous DiMAGE digital camera and have installed the Windows 98  
driver software must repeat the installation procedure. The updated version of the driver software  
included on the supplied DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM is required for the operation of the DiMAGE Z20  
with a computer. The new software will have no affect on the performance of older DiMAGE cam-  
eras.  
Self-timer  
The self-timer delay period can be changed in section 4 of the setup menu (p. 87). Two delay peri-  
A remote camera driver is supplied in the Windows edition of the DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM. The dri-  
ver is not compatible with this camera.  
ods are available, 10 seconds and 2 seconds.  
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When the USB connection is completed, a drive icon, or volume, appears in  
My Computer or the desktop; the name varies with memory card. When  
using Windows®XP or Mac OS X, a window may open requesting instruc-  
tions on what to do with the image data; follow the directions in the window.  
Connecting the camera to a computer  
Confirm the battery has sufficient power before connecting the camera to a computer; the full-bat-  
tery indicator should be displayed on the monitor. The use of the AC adapter (sold separately) is  
recommended over the use of the battery. For users with Windows 98 or 98 Second Edition, read  
the section on page 99 on how to install the necessary USB driver before connecting the camera to  
a computer.  
Mac OS X  
Mac OS  
1. Start up the computer. The computer must be on before connect-  
ing the camera.  
Windows XP  
2. To transfer images from a memory card, insert the memory card  
into the camera. To transfer images from the camera’s internal  
memory, remove the memory card from the camera. To insert or  
remove the memory card while the camera is connected to a  
computer, see page 106.  
Windows  
Connecting to Windows 98 and 98 SE  
The driver needs only to be installed once. If the driver cannot be installed automatically, it can be  
installed manually with the operating system’s add-new-hardware wizard; see the instructions on  
the following page. During installation, if the operating system requests the Windows®98 CD-ROM,  
insert it into the CD-ROM drive and follow the accompanying instructions on the screen. No special  
driver software is required for other Windows® or Macintosh operating systems.  
3. Open the USB port/Video-out terminal cover. Attach the smaller  
3
plug of the USB cable to the camera. The arrow mark on the plug  
should face the back of the camera. Make sure the plug is firmly  
attached.  
4. Attach the other end of the USB cable to the computer’s USB  
port. Make sure the plug is firmly attached. The camera should be  
connected directly to the computer’s USB port. Attaching the  
camera to a USB hub may prevent proper operation.  
Automatic Installation  
Before connecting the camera to the computer, place the  
DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. The  
DiMAGE installer menu should automatically activate. To  
automatically install the Windows®98 USB driver, click on the  
starting-up-the-USB-device-driver-installer button. A window  
appears to confirm that the driver should be installed; click  
Yes” to continue.  
5. Press the main switch to turn on the camera. The USB connection  
4
is made automatically; a screen appears to indicate the operation.  
The monitor turns off when the connection has been made. If the  
USB connection is not made, disconnect the camera and restart  
the computer. Repeat the connection procedure above.  
Initializing USB connection.  
When the driver has been successfully installed, a window  
appears. Click “OK.” Restart the computer and connect the  
camera (p. 98) to complete the operation.  
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The add new hardware wizard will confirm the location of  
the driver. The letter designating the CD-ROM drive will  
vary between computers. Click “Next” to install the driver  
in the system.  
To install the Windows®98 driver manually, follow the instruc-  
tions in the connecting-the-camera-to-a-computer section  
on page 98.  
When the camera is plugged into the computer, the operat-  
ing system will detect the new device and the add-new-  
hardware-wizard window opens. Place the DiMAGE Viewer  
CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Click “Next.”  
One of three drivers may be located: MNLVENUM.inf,  
USBPDR.inf, or USBSTRG.inf.  
The last window confirms the driver has been installed.  
Click “Finish” to close the add new hardware wizard.  
Restart the computer.  
Choose the recommended search for a suitable driver.  
Click “Next.”  
When the my-computer window is opened, a new remov-  
able-disk icon is displayed. Double click on the icon to  
access the camera’s memory card or internal memory; see  
page 102.  
Choose to specify the location of the driver. The browse  
window can be used to indicate the driver location. The  
driver should be located in the CD-ROM drive at  
:\Win98\USB. When the location is shown in the window,  
click “Next.”  
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The number in the image file name may not correspond to the frame number of the image. As  
images are deleted in the camera, the frame counter will adjust itself to show the number of images  
on the card and reassign the frame numbers accordingly. The serial numbers used with image files  
will not change when an image is deleted. When a new image is recorded, it will be assigned a  
number one greater than the largest serial number in the folder. File serial numbers can be con-  
trolled with the file-number-memory function in section 2 of the setup menu (p. 91).  
Folder organization  
Once the camera is connected to the computer, image files can be  
accessed by double clicking on icons. Image folders are located in  
the DCIM folder. The misc. folder contains DPOF print files (p. 82).  
Files and folders on the memory card can be deleted using the  
computer. Files and folders in the camera’s internal memory cannot  
be deleted from the computer. Never format the memory card or  
the internal memory from the computer; always use the camera for  
formatting. Only files recorded by the camera should be stored on  
the memory card or in the internal memory.  
Drive Icon  
Image files contain Exif tag data. This data includes the time and date the image was recorded as  
well as the camera settings used. This data can be viewed with the camera or the DiMAGE Viewer  
software.  
If a camera image is opened in an image-processing application that does not support Exif tags,  
and then the image is saved overwriting the original data, the Exif tag information is erased. Some  
Exif compatible applications rewrite the Exif data preventing the DiMAGE Viewer from reading it.  
When using software other than the DiMAGE Viewer, always make a backup copy of the image files  
to protect the Exif tag data.  
Dcim  
Misc  
From left to right: standard folder,  
date folder, copy folder, e-mail  
copy folder.  
To view images correctly on your computer, the monitor’s color space may need to be adjusted.  
Refer to your computer manual on how to calibrate the display to the following requirements: sRGB,  
with a color temperature of 6500K, and a gamma of 2.2. Changes made to the captured image with  
the camera’s contrast controls will affect any color-matching software in use.  
100KM027 10150325 102KM_CP 103KM_EM  
Copy images (p. 76) are placed in a folder with a name  
ending in “CP.” E-mail Copy images are placed in a fold-  
er ending in “EM.” When a new folder is created, the  
first three digits in the folder name is one greater than  
the largest folder number on the card or in the internal  
memory. When the index number in the image file name  
exceeds 9,999, a new folder is created with a number  
one greater than the greatest folder number on the  
memory card or in the internal memory: e.g. from  
100KM027 to 101KM027.  
Auto power save - data-transfer mode  
PICT0001.JPG PICT0002.MOV  
Still image Movie clip  
When connected to a computer or printer, if the camera does not receive a read or write command  
within ten minutes, it will shut down to save power. When the camera shuts down, an unsafe-  
removal-of-device warning may appear on the computer monitor. Click “OK.” Neither the camera or  
computer will be damaged in this operation. Turn off the camera with the main switch. Remake the  
USB connection by turning the camera on.  
Image-file names begin with “PICT”  
followed by a four-digit file number  
and a .jpg or .mov extension. To copy-  
ing images, simply drag and drop the  
file icon into a location in the comput-  
er.  
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Disconnecting the camera  
The hardware devices to be stopped will be dis-  
played. Highlight the device by clicking on it then  
click “Stop.”  
Never disconnect the camera when the access lamp is red - the  
data or memory card may permanently be damaged.  
Windows 98 / 98 Second Edition  
Confirm that the access lamp is not lit. Turn off the camera and then disconnect the USB cable.  
A confirmation screen will appear to indi-  
cate the devices to be stopped. Clicking  
“OK” will stop the device.  
Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP  
To disconnect the camera, click once on the unplug-or-eject-hardware icon located  
on the task bar. A small window will open indicating the device to be stopped.  
A third and final screen will appear to  
indicate the camera can be safely dis-  
connected from the computer. Close the  
window, turn the camera off, and then  
disconnect the USB cable.  
Click on the small window to stop the  
device. The safe-to-remove-hardware  
window will open. Close the window,  
turn the camera off, and then discon-  
nect the USB cable.  
Mac OS  
When more than one external device are connected to the computer, repeat the procedure above  
except right click on the unplug-or-eject-hardware icon. This will open the unplug-or-eject-hardware  
window after clicking on the small window indicating the unplug-or-eject-hardware routine.  
Confirm that the access lamp is not lit and then drag the  
mass-storage device icon and drop it into the trash. Turn  
the camera off, and then disconnect the USB cable.  
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Changing the memory card  
Uninstalling the driver software - Windows  
1. Connect the camera to the computer with the USB cable. Other devices must not be connected  
Never remove or insert a card when the access lamp is red - the  
data or memory card may permanently be damaged.  
to the computer during this procedure.  
2. Right click on the My-computer icon. Select “properties” from the drop-down menu.  
Windows®XP: from the start menu go to the control panel. Click on the performance and mainte-  
nance category. Click “System” to open the system properties window.  
3. Windows®2000 and XP: select the hardware tab in the properties window and click the device-  
manager button.  
Windows®98 and 98 Second Edition  
1. Turn off the camera.  
2. Remove, insert, or replace the memory card.  
3. Turn on the camera to remake the USB connection.  
Windows®98 and Me: click the device-manager tab in the properties window.  
4. The driver file will be located in the universal-serial-bus-controller or other-devices location of the  
device manager. Click on the locations to display the files. The driver should be indicated with the  
camera name. Under certain conditions, the driver name may not contain the camera name.  
However, the driver will be indicated by either a question mark or exclamation point.  
5. Click on the driver to select it.  
Windows®Me, 2000 Professional, and XP  
1. Stop the USB connection using the unplug-or-eject-hardware routine (p. 104).  
2. Turn off the camera.  
3. Remove, insert, or replace the memory card.  
4. Turn on the camera to remake the USB connection.  
6. Windows®2000 and XP: click on the action button to display the drop-down menu. Select “unin-  
stall.” A confirmation screen will appear. Clicking “Yes” will remove the driver from the system.  
Windows®98 and Me: click the remove button. A confirmation screen will appear. Clicking “Yes”  
will remove the driver from the system.  
Mac OS  
1. Stop the USB connection by dragging the drive icon into the trash (p. 105).  
2. Turn off the camera.  
7. Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camera. Restart the computer.  
3. Remove, insert, or replace the memory card.  
4. Turn on the camera to remake the USB connection.  
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PictBridge  
No. of prints:  
Print size:  
Layout:  
Print quality:  
Data print:  
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Confirm the transfer-mode option in section 4 of the setup menu is  
set to PictBridge. To print the images in the camera’s internal memo-  
ry, remove the memory card from the camera. Connect the camera  
to a PictBridge compatible printer using the camera’s USB cable.  
The larger plug on the cable is connected to the printer. Open the  
USB port/Video-out terminal cover and insert the smaller plug of the  
cable into the camera. Turn the camera on; the PictBridge screen is  
displayed automatically.  
The number of prints in the print run are displayed as well as the  
print parameters selected with the menu. See the menu navigation  
section for more information (p. 110). Press the central button of  
the controller to begin printing, or press the menu button to return  
to the PictBridge screen.  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
:Start  
Printing finished.  
Individual still images can be selected for printing on the PictBridge  
screen. For other printing options, see the menu navigation section  
on page 110.  
OK  
Once printing begins, the operation can be canceled by pressing the  
center of the controller. The printing-finished message indicates the end  
of the operation; turn the camera off to end the routine.  
The information (i+) button switches between the single frame and  
index playback formats on the PictBridge screen. Enlarged playback, activated with the zoom lever,  
can be used to examine image files on the screen.  
Notes on printing errors  
If the battery is exhausted before the print run is complete, printing is canceled. Use a fully-charged  
battery or the optional AC adapter.  
Total number of prints  
Number of copies  
If a minor problem occurs during printing, such as the paper runs out, follow the procedure recom-  
mended for the printer; no action is required for the camera. If a major printer error occurs, press  
the center of the controller to end the routine. Refer to the printer manual for the correct procedure  
for the printer problem. Check the printer settings before starting again and deselect the images  
that were printed.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to display  
the image to be printed.  
Press the up key to select the number of copies  
to be printed. To deselect an image for printing,  
press the down key until the number of copies  
reaches zero.  
:move  
:select  
:print  
Repeat the previous steps until all the images to be printed are selected. Press the cen-  
tral button of the controller to continue.  
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Navigating the PictBridge menu  
Pressing the menu button (1) turns the menu on and off. The four-way keys of the controller (2)  
Batch print  
Index print  
Paper size  
Layout  
Print quality  
Data print  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
DPOF print  
move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting.  
Activate the menu with the menu button.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the appropriate menu tab; the menu  
changes as the tabs are highlighted.  
Index to menu functions  
Batch print, (p.111)  
Index print, (p.111)  
Paper size, (p.112)  
Layout, (p.112)  
DPOF print, (p.113)  
Print quality, (p.113)  
Data print, (p.113)  
Use the up/down keys to scroll through the menu options. Highlight the option whose  
setting needs to be changed.  
Batch print  
With the menu option highlighted, press the right controller key; the settings are dis-  
played with the current setting highlighted. If “Start” is displayed, press the center of the  
controller to continue.  
Batch print in section 1 selects all still images on the memory card or in the camera’s internal mem-  
ory for printing. Two options are available:  
All-frames - to print all images on the card or the internal memory. A screen opens so the number of  
copies of each image can be specified. A maximum number of fifty images can be printed.  
Use the up/down keys to highlight the new setting.  
Reset - to cancel changes made with the batch print option or with the print selection screen.  
Press the central button of the controller to select  
the highlighted setting.  
2
Index print  
Once a setting has been selected, the cursor will return to the  
menu options and the new setting will be displayed. To return  
to the playback mode, press the menu button. Read the fol-  
lowing sections on information on the menu options.  
An index print of all still images on the memory card or in the camera’s internal memory can be  
made. The quality and size of the print can be specified with the camera menu. The number of  
images per page varies with the printer. The print-setup confirmation screen is displayed before the  
print routine starts.  
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Paper size  
Print quality  
The paper size of the print can be specified in section 2 of the  
PictBridge menu. The printer-setup option uses the size set with  
the printer.  
The print quality can be set in section 2 of the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup option uses the  
quality set with the printer. The fine quality can be specified with the camera.  
Paper size  
Layout  
Print quality  
Data print  
Printer setup  
Highlight the current size setting in the menu and  
press the central button of the controller to open the  
paper-size screen.  
Data print  
Data can be printed with the image. The printer-setup option uses the options set with the printer.  
The date of capture and the file name can be selected for printing. Data printing can also be dis-  
abled with the menu.  
:enter  
Paper size  
Use the four-way key of the controller to highlight the  
new paper size.  
Printer setup  
2” X 3” card  
100mmX150mm  
4” X 6”  
L
Postcard  
2L  
DPOF print  
8” X 10”  
Letter  
DPOF print in section 3 of the PictBridge menu allows still images and an index print selected with  
the DPOF printing options in section 3 of the playback menu to be printed from a DPOF compatible  
PictBridge printer. Simply select the start option from the menu to begin the routine.  
Press the central button of the controller to set the  
paper-size.  
A4  
:enter  
:sel.  
Printing Notes  
The following are the dimensions for postcard, L, and 2L paper sizes in both  
millimeters and inches for your reference:  
No. of prints:  
Print size:  
Layout:  
Print quality:  
Data print:  
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The number of prints in the print run are displayed; an index print  
is counted as one. Press the central button of the controller to  
begin printing, or press the menu button to return to the PictBridge  
menu.  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Postcard  
100 X 148mm  
89 X 127mm  
127 x 178mm  
3.9 X 5.9 in.  
3.5 X 5.0 in.  
5.0 X 7.0 in.  
L
2L  
:Start  
Once printing begins, the operation can be canceled by pressing the  
center of the controller. The printing-finished message indicates the end  
of the operation; press the center of the controller and turn the camera  
off to end the routine.  
Layout  
Printing finished.  
The layout of the print can be set in section 2 of the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup option uses  
the layout parameters of the printer. Borderless printing can be specified with the camera as well as  
the number of images per page.  
OK  
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APPENDIX  
Troubleshooting  
Make sure the subject is within  
the autofocus range (p. 24) or  
use the macro mode (p. 35).  
Subject is too close.  
The section covers minor problems with basic camera operation. For major problems or damage, or  
if a problem continues to reoccur frequently, contact a Konica Minolta service facility.  
The camera is in macro  
mode.  
Cancel the macro mode set-  
ting (p. 35).  
Focus signal  
is red.  
Pictures are  
not sharp.  
A special situation is pre- Use the focus-lock function to  
Problem  
Symptom  
Cause  
Solution  
venting the autofocus  
system from focusing (p.  
25).  
focus on an object at the same  
distance as the subject (p. 24)  
or use manual focus (p. 54).  
The batteries are dead.  
Replace batteries (p. 13)  
Reinsert the batteries taking  
care that the negative and  
positive terminals are oriented  
as indicated on the inside of  
the battery chamber door (p.  
13).  
Pictures are  
taken indoors  
or in low-light  
situations  
Slow shutter speeds  
result in blurred images  
when the camera is  
hand-held.  
Use a tripod, change the cam-  
era sensitivity to a higher set-  
ting (p. 59), or use the flash (p.  
26).  
AA Ni-MH batteries are  
inserted incorrectly.  
Nothing dis-  
played on the  
monitors.  
This camera  
will not work.  
without flash.  
While using  
flash, the pic-  
tures are too  
dark.  
Move closer to the subject or  
change the camera sensitivity  
to a higher setting (p. 59).  
The subject is beyond the flash range (p.  
27, 59).  
Check that the adapter is con-  
nected to the camera and a  
live electrical outlet (p. 15).  
The AC adapter is not  
connected properly.  
The camera temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be taken to avoid burns  
when handling the camera, batteries, or memory card.  
Memory is full and unable  
to store an image at the  
image-quality or image-  
size setting on the cam-  
era.  
Insert a new memory card (p.  
16), delete some images (p.  
31), or change the image-qual-  
ity or image-size setting (p.  
51).  
“000” is dis-  
played on the  
frame counter.  
If the camera does not function normally or the system error message appears, turn the camera off,  
remove and reinsert the batteries, or unplug and reconnect the AC adapter. If the camera has  
become hot with extended use, wait for it to cool before removing or disconnecting the power sup-  
ply. Always turn the camera off using the main switch otherwise the memory card may be damaged  
and the camera reset.  
Shutter will  
not release.  
This manual contains information on products and accessories available at the time of printing. To  
obtain compatibility information on products not contained in this manual, contact a Konica Minolta  
service facility.  
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Care and storage  
Read this section in its entirety to get the best results from your camera. With proper care, your  
LCD monitor care  
• The LCD monitor is manufactured using high-precision technology and more than 99.99% of the  
pixels operate properly. Less than 0.01% of the monitor pixels are displayed as color or bright  
points; this is not monitor defect and does not affect the recorded image.  
• Do not apply pressure to the surface of the LCD monitor; it may be permanently damaged.  
• In cold temperatures, the LCD monitor may become temporarily dark. When the camera warms  
up, the display will function normally.  
camera will provide years of service.  
Camera care  
• Do not subject the camera to shock or impact.  
Turn off the camera when transporting.  
• If fingerprints are on the LCD monitor, gently wipe with a soft, clean, dry cloth.  
• This camera is neither waterproof nor splashproof. Inserting or removing batteries or the memory  
card, or operating the camera with wet hands may damage the camera.  
• When at the beach or near water, take care not to expose the camera to water or sand. Water,  
sand, dust, or salt can damage the camera.  
• Do not leave the camera under direct sunlight. Do not point the lens directly at the sun; the CCD  
may be damaged.  
Batteries  
• Battery performance decreases with temperature. In cold environments, we recommend keeping  
spare batteries in a warm place, such as the inside of a coat. Batteries can recover their power  
when they warm up.  
• If batteries have been exhausted when used in the camera, do not reload them even if their  
charge seems to recover over time. These batteries will interfere with normal camera operation.  
• A special built-in long-life battery supplies power to the clock and memory when the camera is  
off. If the camera resets each time it is turned off, the battery is exhausted. The battery must be  
replaced at a Konica Minolta service facility.  
Storage  
• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from dust and chemicals. For long periods of  
disuse, store the camera in an airtight container with a silica-gel drying agent.  
• Remove the batteries and memory card from the camera when not in use for extended periods.  
• Do not store the camera in an area with naphthalene or mothballs.  
• During long periods of storage, operate the camera occasionally. When taking the camera out of  
storage, check that the camera is functioning properly before using.  
Operating temperatures and conditions  
• This camera has been designed for use in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).  
• Never leave the camera exposed to extreme high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the  
sun, or to extreme humidity.  
Cleaning  
• When taking the camera from a cold to a warm environment, place it in a sealed plastic bag to  
prevent condensation from forming. Allow the camera to come to room temperature before  
removing it from the bag.  
• If the camera or the outside of the lens or flash surface is dirty, gently wipe it with a soft, clean,  
dry cloth. If the camera or lens comes in contact with sand, gently blow away loose particles.  
Wiping may scratch the surface.  
To clean the lens surface, first blow away any dust or sand, then gently wipe the lens with a cloth  
or tissue designed for optics. Use lens-cleaning fluid if necessary.  
• Never use organic solvents to clean the camera.  
• Never touch the lens or flash surface with your fingers.  
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Memory cards  
Before important events and journeys  
SD Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards are manufactured with precision electronic components.  
The following may cause data loss or damage:  
• Check the camera’s operation; take test pictures and purchase spare batteries.  
• Konica Minolta has no responsibility for any damage or loss incurred by equipment malfunction.  
• Improper use of the card.  
• Bending, dropping, or subjecting the card to impact.  
• Heat, moisture, and direct sunlight.  
Copyright  
• TV program, films, video tapes, photographs, and other materials may be copyrighted.  
Unauthorized recording or duplication of such material may be contrary to copyright laws. Taking  
pictures or images of performances, exhibitions, etc., is prohibited without approval and can  
infringe on copyright. Images protected by copyright can only be used under the provisions within  
the copyright laws.  
• Static electrical discharge or electromagnetic fields near the card.  
• Removing the card or interrupting the power supply while the camera or a computer is accessing  
the card (reading, writing, formatting, etc.).  
Touching the electrical contacts of the card with your fingers or metal objects.  
• Using the card beyond its life. Purchasing a new card periodically may be necessary.  
Questions and service  
The response time is longer with MultiMediaCards compared with SD Memory Cards. This is not a  
defect, but rather due to the specifications of the cards. When using large capacity cards, some  
operations like deletion may take longer.  
• If you have questions about your camera, contact your local camera dealer or write to the Konica  
Minolta distributor in your area.  
• Before shipping your camera for repair, please contact a Konica Minolta Service Facility.  
SD Memory Cards have a write-protect switch to prevent image data  
Write-pro-  
tect switch  
from being deleted. By sliding the switch to the bottom of the card,  
the data will be protected. Images cannot be recorded when the card  
is protected. If an attempt is made to record or delete an image with  
the camera, the card-locked message will appear on the monitor.  
Lock posi-  
tion  
Memory cards should not be used to permanently store image data.  
Always make a copy of camera files on an appropriate storage device  
or recording media. Konica Minolta has no responsibility for any loss  
or damage to data.  
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QuickTime system requirements  
This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the  
EU (European Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations. CE  
stands for Conformité Européenne (European Conformity).  
QuickTime™ is used for playing back movies. To  
IBM PC / AT Compatible  
install QuickTime, follow the instructions in the  
installer. QuickTime is not supplied with the camera  
in all sales regions. Users can download the latest  
version of QuickTime free of charge from the Apple  
Pentium® processor-based PC  
or compatible computer  
FCC Compliance Statement  
Declaration on Conformity  
Digital Camera:  
DiMAGE Z20  
Windows®98, Me, 2000, or XP  
Tested To Comply  
With FCC Standards  
128MB or more of RAM  
Responsible Party: Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A. Inc.  
Address: 725 Darlington Avenue, Mahwah, NJ 07430  
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con-  
ditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modi-  
fications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to  
operate the 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 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 deter-  
mined 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:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.  
• Connect the equipment to 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.  
Do not remove the ferrite cores from the cables.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
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Technical specifications  
CCD:  
1/2.5-type interline primary-color CCD  
5.0 million  
5.2 million  
Auto and 50, 100, 200, 320 ISO equivalents.  
4:3  
11 elements in 9 groups  
Batteries:  
Four AA alkaline or Ni-MH batteries.  
Number of effective pixels:  
Total number of pixels:  
Camera sensitivity (ISO):  
Aspect ratio:  
Lens construction:  
Maximum aperture:  
Focal length:  
Battery performance (recording): Approximately 450 frames based on the CIPA stan-  
dard with alkaline batteries, LCD monitor on, full-size  
images (2560x1920), standard image quality, no  
instant playback, no full-time AF, flash used with 50%  
of the frames.  
Battery performance (playback): Approx. continuous playback time: 700 minutes with  
alkaline batteries.  
f/3.2 - f/3.4  
6 - 48 mm (35mm equivalent: 36 - 290 mm)  
0.57 m - inf. / 1.87 ft - inf. (wide-angle position)  
1.57 m - inf. / 5.15 ft - inf. (telephoto position)  
0.08 - 1.07 m / 0.26 - 3.51 ft in Macro mode  
Rapid AF using passive AF and Video AF  
Single-shot AF, Continuous AF with Predictive Focus  
Control, Full-time AF  
Focusing range (from the CCD):  
Optional external power source: AC Adapter AC-11  
Dimensions:  
Weight:  
109 (W) X 82 (H) X 94 (D) mm  
4.29 (W) X 3.23 (H) X 3.70 (D) in.  
Approximately 300g / 10.6 oz.  
(without batteries or memory card)  
0° - 40°C / 32° - 104°F  
Autofocusing system:  
Focus modes:  
Operating temperature:  
Operating humidity:  
Shutter:  
Shutter speeds:  
CCD electronic shutter and mechanical shutter  
1/2000 - 4s  
5 - 85% (noncondensing)  
Built-in flash recycling time:  
Monitor LCD:  
Monitor field of view:  
Viewfinder field of view:  
A/D conversion:  
5s (approx.)  
1.5 inch low-temperature polysilicon TFT color  
100% (approx.)  
98% (approx.)  
10 bit  
Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to  
change without notice.  
Recording media:  
SD Memory cards, MultiMediaCards and Internal  
Storage (approximately 14.5MB)  
JPEG, Motion JPEG (mov, without audio).  
DCF 2.0 and DPOF compliant.  
Exif print, PRINT Image Matching III, PictBridge  
Japanese, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian,  
Swedish and Chinese (Simplified)  
NTSC and PAL  
File formats:  
Printing output control:  
Menu languages:  
Video output:  
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