Ricoh Hz15 Operating Manual
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2015-07-27
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Digital Camera
Operating Manual
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Declaration of Conformity
Responsible Party: RICOH IMAGING CO., LTD.
Address: 2-35-7, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku,
Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN
For Customers in the U.S.A.
Tested to Comply with FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
For Customers in Europe
"CE" mark indicates that this product complies
with the European requirements for safety, health,
environment and customer protection. "CE"
marked cameras are intended for sales in Europe.
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electrical waste and electronic equipment in the
European countries. Please do not throw the
equipment into domestic refuse. Please use the
return and collection systems available in your
country for proper, safe disposal of this product.
BEFORE YOU START
About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing this Digital Camera. Please
read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place
for future reference.
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part of this published manual may be reproduced,
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of their respective owners.
This manual provides you with instructions on
how to use your new Digital Camera. Every effort
has been made to ensure that the contents of this
manual are accurate, however RICOH reserves
the right to make changes without notice.
Throughout this manual, the following symbols are
used to help you locate information quickly and
easily:
Indicates useful information.
Indicates precautions are to be taken while
operating the camera.
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SAFETY NOTES
Safety notes for this camera
Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid
objects.
Do not attempt to disassemble the camera.
To prevent the camera from being damaged by
moisture, do not use or store the camera in very
humid environments, such as in rain or near bodies
of water.
Do not use or store the camera in dusty places or
on a beach to prevent dust or sand from entering
the camera, causing possible damage to it.
Do not use or store the camera in a hot
environment or under direct sunlight.
Do not use or store the camera near a powerful
magnetic eld, for example near a magnet or
transformer.
Avoid touching the lens of the camera.
Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight for a
long period time.
Turn the camera off, remove the battery and the
memory card, and dry it within 24 hours if water
accidentally comes in contact with the camera.
When you take the camera from a cold place to
a warmer environment, condensation may occur.
Please wait for a reasonable period of time before
you turn it on.
When you use the camera, remove the battery if it
overheats. Wait until the unit cools down.
Download your photos and remove the memory
card when you are going to store the camera for a
long period of time.
Store the camera in a dry environment and place
it on a at surface when you are going to store the
camera for a long period of time.
Before you remove the battery and memory card,
the camera should be turned off.
When you clean the body of the camera, do not
use abrasive, alcohol-based or organic cleaner.
Use the professional lens wiping cloth and
dedicated cleaner to wipe and clean the lens.
Safety notes for battery
If the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery is used for
the camera, only charge it with the supplied AC/
DC adapter.
If battery uid leaks inside the camera, contact our
customer service department.
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If battery uid leaks onto your skin, rinse your skin
with clean water and seek immediate medical
attention.
Disposal of used batteries should be carried out
in accordance with the local (national or regional)
regulations.
To prevent the battery from being damaged, do not
drop the battery or allow it to hit solid objects or to
be scratched by the objects.
Do not let the battery come in contact with metal
objects (including coins) to avoid short circuiting,
discharging, excessive heat, or possible leakage.
Do not attempt to disassemble the battery.
Do not expose the battery to water. Always keep
the battery contacts dry.
Do not heat the battery or throw it into a re to
avoid a possible explosion.
Do not store the battery in a hot environment or in
direct sunlight.
Only use the supplied battery.
If the rechargeable Li-ion battery in this camera
overheats during charging, stop charging
immediately and wait until it cools down to resume
charging.
When the camera is stored for a long period of
time, remove the battery and keep it in a dry place
that is not accessible to the infants and children.
In a colder environment, the performance of the
battery could be noticeably reduced.
When you install the battery, install it according to
the positive and negative markings on the battery
compartment. Never force it into the battery
compartment.
Safety notes for memory card
Do not drop the memory card or allow it to hit solid
objects to avoid damaging it.
Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the
memory card.
Do not expose the memory card to water. Always
keep it dry.
Do not remove the memory card when the camera
is turned on. Otherwise, the memory card could be
damaged.
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Do not directly edit the data on the memory card.
Copy the data to your PC before you edit them.
When the camera is stored for a long period of
time, be sure to download your photos and remove
the memory card. Store it in a dry environment.
Format the memory card using the camera before
you use it or insert a new one.
We suggest buying only well-known, name brand
memory cards to ensure peak performance.
Do not modify the name of the les or folders of
the memory card using your PC. Modifying the le
names may cause the les to not be recognized
on the camera or a possible error may occur.
A photo taken with the camera will be stored in the
folder that is automatically generated on the SD
card. Do not store photos that are not taken using
this camera in these folders as the pictures cannot
be recognized during the playback.
When you insert a memory card, make sure the
notch of the card matches the markings on the top
of the card slot.
Other Safety Notes
Do not disconnect the power or turn the camera off
during the update process. Doing so may cause
incorrect data to be written and the camera may
not power on later.
When using your camera on an airplane, observe
the relevant rules specied by the airline.
Due to the limitations of manufacturing technology,
the LCD screen may have a few dead or bright
pixels. These pixels do no effect the quality or
performance of the camera, photos or video.
Do not expose the LCD screen to water. In a humid
environment, only wipe it with a soft and dry
cleaning cloth.
If the LCD screen is damaged and the liquid
crystal comes into contact with your skin, wipe
your skin with a dry cloth immediately and rinse
it with clean water. If liquid crystal comes into
contact with your eyes, wash them with clean
water at least for 15 minutes and seek immediate
medical attention. If you accidentally swallow liquid
crystal, rinse your mouth immediately and seek
medical attention.
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BEFORE YOU START ........................1
SAFETY NOTES ................................2
CONTENTS ........................................ 5
GETTING READY ..............................9
Accessories Included .......................................... 9
Part Names ....................................................... 10
Installing Battery and Memory Card .................. 12
Charging Battery ............................................... 14
Turning Camera On and Off .............................. 15
Symbol Description ........................................... 15
Set your Language, Date/Time ......................... 16
Set your Language, Date/Time
after the rst power-on ................................ 16
Resetting your Language ............................ 16
Resetting Date/Time ................................... 17
MODE OVERVIEW ..........................18
Display Setting .................................................. 18
LCD Screen Display .......................................... 19
Overview of the Screen Icons
in Photo Shooting Mode ............................. 19
Overview of the Screen Icons
in Movie Mode ............................................ 21
Overview of the Screen Icons
in Playback Mode ....................................... 22
Using the Mode Button ...................................... 23
Manual Mode .................................................... 24
Auto Mode ......................................................... 24
Portrait Mode ..................................................... 25
Panorama Mode ................................................ 25
Scene Mode (SCN) ........................................... 27
Auto Scene Mode (ASCN) .......................... 30
CONTENTS
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BASIC OPERATION ......................... 32
Using the Zoom Function .................................. 32
Macro Mode ...................................................... 33
Self-Timer Setting ............................................. 34
Flash Mode ....................................................... 35
EV Setting ......................................................... 36
Exposure Compensation ............................ 36
ISO .............................................................. 37
Shutter Adjustment ..................................... 37
Using Quick Recording ..................................... 38
PLAYBACK ....................................... 39
Viewing Photos and Videos .............................. 39
Thumbnail View ................................................. 40
Using Zoom Playback (for still pictures only) .... 41
Slideshow .......................................................... 42
Photos and Video Deletion ................................ 43
USING THE MENUS ........................44
Photo Shooting Menu ........................................ 44
Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) ........... 44
Image Size .................................................. 45
OIS .............................................................. 45
Cont. AF ...................................................... 46
Drive Mode ................................................. 46
Focus Setting .............................................. 47
White Balance Setting ................................ 48
Color Effect ................................................. 48
Photo Shooting Setting Menu ........................... 50
Quality ......................................................... 50
AF-Assist Beam .......................................... 51
Digital Zoom ................................................ 51
Date Imprint ................................................ 52
Quick Review .............................................. 52
Movie Menu ....................................................... 53
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Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) ........... 53
Video Quality .............................................. 54
OIS .............................................................. 54
Color Effect ................................................. 55
Movie Setting Menu .......................................... 56
Digital Zoom ................................................ 56
Playback Menu .................................................. 57
HDR ............................................................ 57
Red-Eye Reduction ..................................... 58
Rotate ......................................................... 58
Resize ......................................................... 59
Color Effect ................................................. 59
Playback Setting Menu ..................................... 60
Protect ........................................................ 60
Delete ......................................................... 61
Trim ............................................................. 62
Setup Menu ....................................................... 64
Sound Settings ........................................... 65
Power Saver ............................................... 65
Language .................................................... 65
Zone ............................................................ 66
Date/Time ................................................... 66
File / Software ................................................... 66
Format Memory .......................................... 66
Copy to Card ............................................... 67
File Numbering ........................................... 67
Reset .......................................................... 68
FW Version ................................................. 68
CONNECTIONS ...............................69
Connecting to a Computer ................................ 69
Transferring les to your computer ............. 69
Video System .................................................... 70
Set Eye-Fi SD Card Connection Mode ............. 71
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GETTING READY
Your camera box should contain the camera model you purchased along with the following accessories. If
anything is missing or appears to be damaged, please contact your retailer.
Accessories Included
USB CABLE
SOFTWARE (CD-ROM)AC/DC ADAPTERSTRAP
RECHARGEABLE
LITHIUM-ION BATTERY
Quick Start Guide
QUICK START GUIDE
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Part Names
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1 Status Indicator
2 Power Button
3 Shutter Button
4 Zoom lever
5 Fast Video Recording Button
6 Wrist Strap Buckles
7 Mode Button
8 OK Button
9 USB Port
10 Flash Button/ Arrow Button (Right)
11 Menu Button
12 Playback Button
13 Delete Button/ Arrow Button (Down)
14 Macro Button/ Self-Timer Button/Arrow Button (Left)
15 Display Button/ Arrow Button (Up)
16 LCD Screen
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17 Flash Lamp
18 Microphone
19 AF Assist Beam/ Timer Indicator
20 Lens
21 Speaker
22 Tripod Receptacle
23 Battery Cover
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2. Insert the battery into the battery slot in the correct
position as shown in the following diagram:
1. Open the battery cover.
Installing Battery and Memory Card
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4. Close the battery cover.3. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot
as shown in the diagram below:
The memory card (SD/SDHC) is optional and not
included in all camera packaging. If you have to
purchase a memory card, select one with storage
capacity between 4GB and 32GB to ensure
correct data storage.
To remove your memory card, open the battery
cover, gently press the memory card to eject it
and remove it carefully.
Write protection buckle
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Before charging the battery, ensure that the battery is
inserted properly and the camera is off.
1. Connect the camera and the AC/DC adapter
using the supplied USB cable. (The plug shape
of the AC/DC adapter may vary depending on the
country or region. The actual item may vary from
the drawing below).
2. Insert the plug of the AC/DC adapter into the wall
outlet to charge the battery.
The AC/DC adapter is for indoor use only.
After the battery is stored for a long period of time,
use the supplied AC/DC adapter to charge the
battery prior to use.
3. When the camera is turned off, you can also
connect the camera to your PC using a USB cable
to charge the battery.
Charging indicator:
Red: Charging
Green: Charging complete
To have maximum battery life, charge the
battery for at least 4 hours at the rst time.
Charging the battery should only be done with
the camera in the "off" position.
Please charge the battery indoors between 0°C
and 40°C.
Charging Battery
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Turning Camera On and Off
Press the Power button to turn the camera on. To turn
the camera off, press the Power button again.
Power Button
Symbol Description
In the instructions below, the following symbols may
be used throughout this manual on how to operate the
camera. This is to facilitate better understanding.
「Item properties」：The option properties in the
camera interface are indicated
by the symbol「 」.
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2. Press the button, press the up/down arrow
button to select , and press the button to
enter the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select , and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select
「Language」and press the button or right
arrow button to enter the menu.
5. Press the arrow button to select your desired
language and press the button to conrm.
6. Press the button and the snapshot screen
appears.
Set your Language, Date/Time
Set your Language, Date/Time after the rst
power-on
1. When you turn the camera on for the rst time, the
language selection screen appears.
2. Press the arrow button to select your desired
language.
3. After you press the button to conrm the
selection, the Date/Time settings screen appears.
4. Press the left/right arrow button to select the
Date/Time to be adjusted: Time is displayed in
yyyy:MM:dd HH:mm.
5. Press the up/down arrow button to adjust the value
for the selected Date/Time.
6. Press the button to conrm the time settings
and the snapshot screen appears.
Resetting your Language
After you set your language for the rst time, follow
the instructions below to reset your language.
1. Press the Power button to turn the camera on.
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Resetting Date/Time
After you set your Date/Time for the rst time, follow
the instructions below to reset date and time.
1. Press the Power button to turn the camera on.
2. Press the button, press the up/down arrow
button to select , and press the button to
enter the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select , and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select
「Date & Time」and press the button or right
arrow button to enter the menu.
5. Press the left/right arrow button to select the
Date/Time to be adjusted: Time is displayed in
yyyy:MM:dd HH:mm.
6. Press the up/down arrow button to press the
value for your selected block. After you nish your
settings, press the button to conrm.
7. Press the button and the snapshot screen
appears.
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Press the button to display the settings: Classic,
Full, Off.
Classic: Displays the camera parameters on screen
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Full: Camera parameters with Grid and Histogram
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Off: Does not display any additional icons on screen
Display Setting
MODE OVERVIEW
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LCD Screen Display
Overview of the Screen Icons in Photo Shooting
Mode
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1 Shooting Mode Icons
Manual Mode Panorama Mode
Auto Mode Scene Mode
Portrait
2 Macro Mode
3 Zoom Display (By turning the Zoom Lever)
4 SD Memory Card/Built-In Memory
5 Battery Status
6 White Balance (Adjustable only in Mode)
7 Color Effect (Adjustable only in Mode)
8 Number of remaining shots
9 Image Size
10 Video Quality
11 ISO Value (Adjustable only in Mode)
12 Remaining Recording time
13 Exposure Compensation (EV value)
(Adjustable only in Mode)
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14 Shutter Speed (Adjustable only in Mode)
15 Histogram
16 Focus Frame
17 Expo Metering
AiAE
Spot
Center
18 AF Mode
Single-AF
Multi-AF
19 Self-Timer
Self-timer Off
2 sec
10 sec
Smile
20 Flash Mode
Force Off
Flash Auto
Force Flash
Slow Sync.
Slow Sync. + Red-Eye
Red-Eye Reduction
21 Drive Mode
Single
Continuous Shot
3 Shots
Time Lapse (30sec/1min/5min/10min)
22 Eye-Fi ON (with signal)
23 Image Stabilization
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Overview of the Screen Icons in Movie Mode
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EV
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1 Movie Mode Icon
2 Macro Mode
3 Self-Timer
Self-timer Off
10 sec
4 Zoom Display (By turning the Zoom Lever)
5 SD Memory Card/Built-In Memory
6 Battery Status
7 Color Effect
8 Video Quality
9 Remaining Recording time
10 Exposure Compensation (EV value)
11 Image Stabilization
12 Focus Frame
13 Eye-Fi ON (with signal)
14 Expo Metering
AiAE
Spot
Center
15 AF Mode
For optimal video shooting, it is recommended
that an SDHC memory card be used. If you
shoot video using only the camera's internal
memory, the end results may have image jitter,
noise and vastly shorter recording times.
Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom can be adjusted.
Digital Zoom can be adjusted to 6X (90X in
total).
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Overview of the Screen Icons in Playback
Mode
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1 File Protection
2 Memory Space (indicating the current number of
photos and total number of photos)
3 SD Memory Card/Built-in Memory
4 Battery Status
5 Zoom Magnication Area
6 Image Zoom Ratios
7 Image Zone
8 Shooting Date
9 Eye-Fi ON (with signal)
10 HDR
11 Red-Eye Reduction
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Using the Mode Button
This camera provides a convenient Mode Button that allows you to switch easily between different modes. After
pressing the button to enter the mode selection menu, press the Left/Right Button to choose the selected
mode. Press the button to conrm your selection. All the available modes are listed below:
Mode Name Icon Description
Manual Mode Many of the camera settings can be congured manually in this mode.
Auto Mode In this mode, the optimal conditions for taking pictures will be set based on the subject
and environment. It is the most commonly used mode for taking pictures.
Portrait Mode The best setting for portrait shooting, enables AE/AF for faces.
Panorama
Mode In this mode, up to 4 frames can be stitched together to create a single panoramic photo.
Scene Mode Choose from 20 different pre-set scene types and effects for your photos.
Movie Mode Record videos.
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Auto Mode is the easiest mode to take photos. While
operating in this mode, the camera automatically
optimizes numerous camera settings to adjust your
photos for the best possible results.
Follow these steps:
1. Press the button to select Auto Mode ( ).
2. Compose your picture in the LCD screen and
press the Shutter button halfway down to focus on
the subject.
3. The LCD screen will show a green focus frame
when the subject is in focus.
4. Fully press the shutter button down to take
pictures.
Auto Mode
Manual Mode
When selecting manual ( ) mode, you can set the
aperture / shutter speed and ISO value manually.
1. Press the button to select Manual Mode ,
press the button to conrm.
2. Press the left/right arrow button to select an
adjustment setting.
3. Press the up/down button to adjust the
parameters.
4. Press the button to conrm the settings and
enter the shooting screen.
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In Portrait Mode, the camera is set to automatically
adjust exposure for realistic capture of skin tones.
Press the button to select Portrait mode ( ).
Portrait Mode Panorama Mode
Panorama Mode allows you to create a panoramic
picture. The camera will automatically compose a
panoramic picture using the individual shots that you
take.
Follow these easy steps to create a panoramic picture:
1. Press the button to select Panorama Mode
( ).
2. Press the arrow button to select a shooting
direction. (The right direction is used as default if
you do not make any choice) 2 seconds later, the
camera is ready to take pictures. You can also
press the button or half press the shutter button
to be ready to take pictures.
3. Compose the rst view of the panoramic picture
on the LCD screen and press the Shutter button to
capture the image.
4. After the rst shot is taken, the semi-transparent
image of the rst shot will appear at the edge of
the screen. You can use this image to compose
your picture before you press the Shutter button to
capture and nish manual stitching.
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5. If continuous pictures are less than 4 shots, press
the button, the camera will splice the pictures
automatically. Press the button to enter
playback mode to see the effect.
6. If you take 4 pictures, the camera will splice the
pictures automatically. Press the button to
enter playback mode to see the effect.
After selecting Panorama Mode, Flash, Self-
timer, Macro Mode and Exposure Compensation
cannot be adjusted.
Pictures cannot be deleted, nor the zoom
adjusted until the series is nalized.
In Panorama Mode, up to 4 photos can be
captured.
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Scene Mode (SCN)
You can select an appropriate mode from the 20
scene modes according to the type of environment
you are shooting. The camera then congures the
most appropriate settings automatically.
Press the button to enter Scene Mode. The LCD
will display a menu like the example on the right:
Press the arrow button to select a scene , and press
the button to conrm.
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Scene Description
Auto Scene Identies the scene automatically; Person, Backlighting, Landscape, Macro, Night
Scene, Night Scene Person, Auto.
Landscape For landscapes and outdoor shots. Vivid reproduction of green and blue.
Sport For fast-moving subjects. Capture sharp, action shots with minimal blur. This mode is
not recommended for shooting indoors.
Beach For taking pictures in areas with strong sunlight.
Sunset For sunsets. Capture subjects in strong sunlight.
Fireworks For reworks at night. Slower shutter speed is adjusted for brilliant images. The use of
a tripod is recommended.
Night Landscape For night scenes. The use of tripod is recommended.
Snow For snow scenes. Reproduce natural, clear white scenes.
Children Turns off ash automatically. Avoids disturbing subject, suitable for taking photos of
children.
ID For shooting ID size photos. (It is recommended to print using 6-inch 4R (6X4)
photographic paper).
Glass For objects behind transparent glass.
Photo Frame For adding interesting frame effects to the photo.
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Scene Description
Panning Shot Suitable for capturing fast moving objects to have a clear subject with a blurred
background.
Sketch For taking photos with pencil sketch effect.
Fish Eye For interesting sh eye effect.
Party Suitable for taking indoor party pictures, even under the complicated lighting
conditions.
Indoor For indoor settings. Reduce blur and improve color accuracy.
Leaf For plants. Capture brilliant shots of greenery and blossoms.
Museum For museums or ash-free areas. Retain color and reduce blur.
Night Portrait For portraits against night scenery.
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Auto Scene Mode (ASCN)
In “ASCN” scene mode, the camera can detect
different environments intelligently and automatically
select the best scene and photo settings for you.
“ASCN” can intelligently detect the following scenes:
Icon Mode Name Icon Mode Name
Landscape
Mode
Night Landscape
Mode
Portrait Mode Macro Mode
Night Portrait Auto Mode
Backlit Portrait
To use "ASCN":
1. Press the button to select “SCN” mode, then
select “ASCN” function. LCD screen will be shown
as follows:
2. Hold the camera steadily and aim at the subject.
The optimum scene mode will be selected
automatically.
3. Press the shutter button half-way down to focus.
4. Press the shutter button all the way down to take
pictures.
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Mode Name Description
Landscape Mode For landscapes, ASCN will automatically adjust the exposure and reproduce vivid
green and blue colors.
Portrait Mode Most suitable for capturing people with focus on their faces.
Night Portrait When you take portraits at night, or in low light conditions, ASCN will automatically
adjust the exposure for people and night scenes.
Backlit Portrait When the sun or any other light source is behind the subject, ASCN will
automatically adjust the foreground exposure to produce the best pictures possible.
Night Landscape Mode For night scenes, ASCN will automatically increase the ISO value to compensate
for low light.
Macro Mode To produce more detailed close-ups, ASCN will automatically engage the
camera's Macro Mode and automatically focus the lens.
Auto Mode The camera will automatically adjusts the exposure and focus to ensure the best
possible pictures.
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Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom
functions: Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom. Toggle the
Zoom lever of the camera to zoom in or out of the
subject while taking pictures.
Using the Zoom Function
BASIC OPERATION
Zoom Indicator
When the Optical Zoom reaches the threshold as
Digital Zoom, release and turn the zoom lever to to
switch between the Optical zoom and Digital zoom.
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Macro Mode
The Macro Setting is ideal for shooting small objects
or close-up photos. This mode allows you to focus on
subjects very close to the camera.
1. Press the left arrow button ( ) to enter the
Marco Menu.
2. Press the left/right to select either of the following
2 modes:
• Macro Off
Select this option to disable Macro.
• Macro On
Select this to focus on subjects 3cm from
the lens.
3. Press the button to conrm the settings and
exit the menu.
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Self-Timer Setting
Use this function to take pictures at pre-set intervals.
First choose 2 seconds, 10 seconds,or smile
detection and then take the pictures.
1. Press the left arrow button ( ) and then
press the up/down arrow button to enter the
self-timer menu.
2. Press left/right to select any one of the following 4
modes:
• Self-Timer - Off
Disables the Self-Timer.
• Self-Timer - 2 sec
A single picture is shot 2 seconds after
the Shutter Button is pressed.
• Self-Timer - 10 sec
A single picture is shot 10 seconds after
the Shutter Button is pressed.
• Self-Timer - Smile
Press the Shutter Button and a picture
will be taken immediately after a smile is
detected.
3. Press the button to conrm the settings and
exit the menu.
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Flash Mode
The Flash is used to illuminate a subject in low light
or for ll-in lighting to achieve better illumination of a
subject with pronounced shadows.
1. Press the right arrow button ( ) to enter the
Flash Settings Menu.
2. Press the left/right to select any one of the
following 6 modes:
• Force Off
Flash is turned off.
• Flash Auto
Camera ash discharges automatically
based on existing light conditions.
• Force Flash
The ash will engage with each shot even
if there is enough available light to take
the photo without ash.
• Slow Sync.
This allows for night scenery photos that
include people in the foreground. The
use of a tripod is recommended when
shooting with this setting.
• Slow Sync. + Red-Eye
Use this mode for slow synchro shots with
red-eye reduction.
• Red-Eye Reduction
The camera emits a brief pre-ash before
the picture is taken to reduce red-eye
effects.
3. Press the button to conrm the settings and
exit the menu.
Please avoid the nger touch with the bumped
part on the grip while using the camera ,or your
nger will shadow the ash to work.
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EV Setting
The EV function menu of the camera includes
functions, such as exposure value, shutter adjustment
and ISO. Using the appropriate function settings can
improve your pictures.
To select the best setting for optimum photos, follow
these steps:
1. Press the button to display the settings screen.
2. Press the left/right arrow button to select the
setting option.
3. Press the up/down button to adjust the option
values.
4. Press the button to complete the setting and
enter shooting mode.
Exposure Compensation
Set up to adjust the picture brightness. In the case of
a very high contrast between the photographed object
and the background, the brightness of the picture can
be appropriately adjusted. (Adjustable only in
Mode)
The adjustable range of exposure value is from EV
-2.0 to EV+2.0.
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ISO
The ISO function allows you to set the sensitivity of
the camera's light sensor based on the brightness
of the scene. To improve the camera's sensor
performance in darker environments, a higher ISO
value is required. A lower ISO value is needed when
shooting in brighter conditions.
Pictures taken at higher ISO settings will generally
have more noise than those taken at lower ISO
settings.(Adjustable only in Mode)
The camera's ISO settings include: automatic, 80,
100, 200, 400, 800, 1600.
Shutter Adjustment
You can adjust the shutter speed value. Selecting a
higher shutter speed will capture fast moving objects
more clearly. Selecting a slower shutter speed
will result in some motion blur of moving objects.
(Adjustable only in Mode)
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Using Quick Recording
In shooting mode, press the Fast Video Recording
Button to begin recording video.
After nishing, press the Fast Video Recording Button
or the Shutter Button to stop and store the video. The
camera will return to shooting mode automatically.
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Viewing Photos and Videos
PLAYBACK
To view the captured photos and video clips on the LCD screen:
1. After pressing the button, the last photo or video clip taken will be displayed on the LCD screen.
2. Use the Left/Right navigation button to scroll through the photos or video clips stored in the internal memory or
on the SD memory card.
3. To play a selected video clip, press the button to enter the Movie Playback Mode.
During video playback, the operating instructions will appear on the screen. Press the Left/Right Button, and press
the button to engage the following actions:
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1 Increase Volume
2 Pause
3 Fast Forward
4 Decrease Volume
5 Rewind
6 Back to the beginning of the video
7 Play
8 Play video forward
9 Cancel playback
10 Play video backward
Mute
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Thumbnail View
When in Playback Mode, rotate the Zoom lever to the
position to display thumbnail images of the
photos and videos on the screen.
1. Slide the zoom lever to switch between 3x3 and
4x4 thumbnails.
2. When a 3x3 or 4x4 thumbnail is displayed, press
the arrow button to select a picture or video clip to
view.
3. Press the arrow buttons to select a picture or video
clip to view and press the button to restore it to
the original size.
If the indicator appears on the LCD, then a
movie le is currently being displayed.
Press the button to restore a preview icon to
its original image size.
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Using Zoom Playback (for still pictures only)
The Zoom lever can also be used during playback.
This allows you to magnify photos between x2 to x8.
1. Press the button to switch to Playback Mode.
2. Press the left/right button to select a picture to be
zoomed in.
3. Rotate the Zoom lever to ( ) to zoom in.
4. The bottom right corner of the screen will display
the number of times and area of the photo
zooming operation.
5. Press the arrow button to navigate and select a
part of the image to be zoomed in.
6. Press the button to return the image to its
original scale.
Movie images cannot be magnied.
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This setting allows you to view all the stored images
as a slideshow.
1. Press the button to enter playback screen.
2. Press the button to enter slide option.
3. Press the left/right button to select slideshow
playing or 「Cancel」 to return to the playback
screen.
Slideshow
4. Press the button to conrm the setting.
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Photos and Video Deletion
In playback mode, press the down arrow button
( ) to delete your photos and videos.
To delete photos or videos:
1. Press the button to switch to playback mode.
2. Press the left/right arrow button to select the
photos and videos to be deleted.
3. Press the down arrow button ( ) and the
deletion screen is displayed.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select
「Delete One」or「Exit」and press the button
to conrm.
Erased photos/video clips cannot be recovered.
Please refer to page 61 for instructions on
deleting more than one image at a time.
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Photo Shooting Menu
USING THE MENUS
Mode:
1. In Photo Shooting Mode, press the button to
enter the Photo Shooting Menu.
2. Press the up/down arrow button to select the
Photo Shooting Menu to be set.
3. Press the left/right arrow button to select the Photo
Shooting Menu to be set and press the button
to conrm.
Refer to the following pages for more details
about each setting.
Expo Metering (Exposure Metering)
Use this setting to select the "target" size of the
camera's eld of view to be metered.
There are 3 options:
• AiAE (Articial Intelligence AE) targets the
camera's entire eld of view.
• Spot metering targets a small area in the
center of the camera's eld of view.
• Center metering targets a slightly larger area
in the center of the camera’s eld of view.
AiAE (Articial Intelligence AE): Automatically
selects the central and peripheral metering, to
calculate the reasonable value of metering by
weighting.
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Image Size
The size setting refers to the image resolution in
pixels. A higher image resolution allows you to print
that image in larger sizes without degrading the image
quality.
The bigger the number of recorded pixels is,
the better the image quality becomes. As the
number of recorded pixels lessen, you will be
able to record more images on a memory card.
OIS
This mode can help reduce photo blur caused by
unintentional hand shake, low light or slow shutter
speed.
Use this image stabilization mode in dark
environments or when using a slower shutter
speed.
Shooting in a windy or unstable environment
(such as a moving vehicle) may cause blurred
images.
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Cont. AF
Enable the continuous AF to be able to continuously
focus automatically when taking pictures.
There are 2 options:
• Off
• On
Drive Mode
Use this setting to perform continuous shooting. After
entering this mode, you can shoot multiple images by
continuously holding the shutter button down.
There are 7 options:
• Single
• Continuous Shot
• 3 Shots
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Focus Setting
This setting allows you to select different modes for
optimum focus.
There are 2 options:
• Single-AF: The focus frame appears on
the center of the LCD screen to focus on
the subject.
• Multi-AF: The camera automatically
focuses the subject in a wide area to nd
the focus point.
• Time-Lapse 30sec
• Time-Lapse 1min
• Time-Lapse 5min
• Time-Lapse 10min
The ash is disabled in this mode in order to
achieve quick succession of shots.
Press the Shutter button to start continuous
shooting.
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White Balance Setting
The White Balance Setting allows you to adjust the
color temperature for different lighting sources to
ensure the most accurate color reproduction.
There are 7 options:
• AWB
• Daylight
• Cloudy
• Fluorescent
• Fluorescent CWF
• Incandescent
• Manual WB (Fully press the shutter
button to detect the white balance value)
Color Effect
The Image Color Setting allows you to select different
color effects.
1. Press the button to select the Image Color
Setting Menu.
2. Press the left/right arrow button to select the
Image Color Setting option.
There are 4 options:
• Normal
• Vivid
• Sepia
• Black and White
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• Shooting menu in the shooting mode (O: Optional X: Not optional)
Options
Shooting Modes
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Mode:
1. Press the button in Photo Shooting Mode and
press the up/down button to select .
2. Press the button to enter the menu.
3. Press up/down arrow button to select , and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select the item
to be set and press the button or right arrow
button to enter the menu.
5. Press the up/down arrow button to select an option
and press the button to conrm.
Photo Shooting Setting Menu
Quality
The Quality Setting can be used to adjust the image
compression ratio.
There are 3 options for picture quality:
• Best (16M Average File Size: 4.0MB)
• Fine (16M Average File Size: 2.5MB)
• Normal (16M Average File Size: 2.0MB)
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AF-Assist Beam
In a darker environment, AF Assist Beam can be
turned on for better focus.
Digital Zoom
Turn on or off the digital zoom.
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Date Imprint
Include a Date/Time stamp on the photo image.
• Off
• Date
• Date / Time
Quick Review
This option allows quick review of the photos
immediately after they are taken. Each photo is
displayed on the LCD screen based on the selected
time.
There are 4 options:
• Off
• 1 sec
• 2 sec
• 3 sec
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Movie Menu
Mode:
1. Press the button, select the mode and
press the button to enter the Movie Menu.
2. Press the up/down arrow button to select the
Movie Menu to be set.
3. Press the left/right arrow button to select the
Movie Menu to be set and press the button to
conrm.
Expo Metering (Exposure Metering)
Use this setting to select the "target" size of the
camera's eld of view to be metered.
There are 3 options:
• AiAE (Articial Intelligence AE) targets the
camera's entire eld of view.
• Spot metering targets a small area in the
center of the camera's eld of view.
• Center metering targets a slightly larger area
in the center of the camera’s eld of view.
AiAE (Articial Intelligence AE): Automatically
selects the central and peripheral metering, to
calculate the reasonable value of metering by
weighting.
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Video Quality
Set the image resolution used during video recording.
The speed requirements for reading and writing high
image pixel images to SD card are as follows:
No. Image
Pixel Frame Recommen-
dation
Recording
time (4GB)
About
11280x720 30 Class 6 16 minutes
21280x720 15 Class 6 33 minutes
3640x480 30 Class 4 49 minutes
4320x240 30 Class 4 195 minutes
Recording time limit above 1280x720 30 fps
format is under approx. 20 minutes.
When recording in higher pixel resolutions for
extended periods of time, this can cause the
camera to generate heat. This is not a camera
malfunction.
OIS
This mode can help reduce photo blur caused by
unintentional hand shake,or low light.
Use this image stabilization mode in dark
environments.
Shooting in a windy or unstable environment
(such as a moving vehicle) may cause blurred
images.
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Color Effect
The Image Color Setting allows you to select different
color effects.
1. Press the button to select the Image Color
Setting Menu.
2. Press the left/right arrow button to select the
Image Color Setting option.
There are 4 options:
• Normal
• Vivid
• Sepia
• Black and White
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Movie Setting Menu
Mode:
1. Press the button, and select to enter the
video recording screen.
2. Press the button, press the up/down arrow
button to select , and press the button to
enter the menu.
3. Press up/down arrow button to select , and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
4. Select the item to be set and press the button
or the right arrow button to enter the menu.
5. Press the up/down arrow button to select an option
and press the button to conrm.
Digital Zoom
Turn on or off the digital zoom.
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Playback Menu
Mode:
1. Press the button to display the playback
screen and press the button to enter the
menu.
2. Press the up/down arrow button to select the
menu to be set and press the button to enter.
3. Press the left/right arrow button to select an option
and press the button to conrm.
Refer to the following pages for more details about
each setting.
HDR
With the HDR function, pictures that are overexposed
may be corrected to optimize the highlights and
lowlights captured to more accurately represent the
actual scene.
1. In Playback Mode, press the left /right arrow
button to select the photo to be edited.
2. Press the button, select the settings, and
press the button to display the settings screen.
3. Press the left/right button to select whether HDR is
used.
: HDR : Cancel
4. After using the HDR function, the image will be
saved as a new le and the original le is still
stored in the memory.
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Rotate
You can use this setting to change the orientation of
the picture.
1. In Playback Mode, press the left /right arrow
button to select the photo to be edited.
2. Press the button, select the settings, and
press the button to display the settings screen.
3. Press the left/right button to select the rotation
direction or 「Cancel」 to return to the playback
menu.
: Turn Right : Turn Left : Cancel
4. Press the button to conrm the setting.
Videos and panoramic pictures cannot be rotated.
The rotated picture le will replace the original
photo.
Red-Eye Reduction
1. In Playback Mode, press the left /right arrow
button to select the photo to be edited.
2. Press the button, select the settings, and
press the button to display the settings screen.
3. Press the left/right button to select the
corresponding menu or 「Cancel」 to return to the
playback screen.
: Red-Eye Reduction
: Cancel
4. Press the button to conrm the setting.
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Resize
This setting allows you to resize a picture to a
particular resolution and saves it as a new picture.
1. In Playback Mode, press the left /right arrow
button to select the photo to be edited.
2. Press the button, select the settings and
press the button to display the settings screen.
3. Press the left/right arrow button to select
「1024X768」or「640X480」or select
「Cancel」 to return to the playback menu.
4. Press the button to conrm the setting.
Color Effect
This setting allows you to change the picture color
effect. The le is saved as a new photo and stored in
memory together with the original photo.
1. In Playback Mode, press the left /right arrow
button to select the photo to be edited.
2. Press the button, select the settings, and
press the button to display the settings screen.
3. Press the left/right button to select the
corresponding menu or 「Cancel」 to return to the
playback screen.
4. Press the button to conrm the setting.
: Cancel : Sepia
: Vivid : Black and White
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Mode:
1. Press the button to show the playback screen,
press the button, and press the up/down
button to select .
2. Press the button to enter the menu.
3. Press up/down arrow button to select , and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select the item
to be set and press the button or right arrow
button to enter the menu.
5. Press the up/down arrow button to select an option
and press the button to conrm.
Refer to the following pages for more details about
each setting.
Protect
To prevent any pictures or videos from being
accidentally erased, use this setting to lock one or all
of the les.
To lock or unlock the photo and video les:
1. Press the up/down arrow button to select
「Protect」and press the button or right arrow
button to enter the submenu.
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2. Press the up/down arrow button to select the
submenu and press the button or right arrow
button to show the settings screen.
There are 3 sub menus available:
• One: Lock the selected photo or video if it is
unprotected; unlock the selected photo
or video if it is protected.
• All: Lock all photos or videos.
• Reset: Cancel all locked photos or videos.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select an option
and press the button to conrm.
Delete
You can delete one or all photo/video les.
To delete photo or video les:
1. Press the up/down arrow button to select
「Delete」and press the button or right arrow
button to enter the submenu.
2. Press the up/down arrow button to select the
submenu and press the button or right arrow
button to show the settings screen.
There are 2 sub menus available:
• One: Delete one photo or video.
• All: Delete all photos or videos.
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3. Press the up/down arrow button to select an option
and press the button to conrm.
The “ ” indicator means a le is protected.
File protection must be removed rst before a
le can be deleted.
Trim
The Trim Setting allows you to crop photos and save
them as new pictures.
1. Press the up/down arrow button to select「Trim」
and press the button or right arrow button to
enter the menu.
2. Select「Ye s」to conrm trim. Select a part to be
trimmed using the zoom lever and arrow buttons to
trim a photo.
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3. Press the button and the「Save Change?」
prompt appears. Select「 」to change and save
the picture. Select「 」to cancel changes and
return to the trim prompt screen.
The image cannot be clipped/trimmed again
once it has been clipped to 640X480.
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Setup Menu
Mode :
1. Press the button in any mode and press the
up/down button to select .
2. Press the button to enter the menu.
3. Press up/down arrow button to select , and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select the item
to be set and press the button or right arrow
button to enter the menu.
5. Press the arrow button to select an option and
press the button to conrm.
Refer to the following pages for more details about
each setting.
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Sound Settings
To change this setting:
1. Select「Sound Settings」in the basic settings
menu. Press the button or right arrow button to
enter the menu.
2. Press the left/right arrow button to select an
option.
3. Press the button to conrm.
Power Saver
This setting allows you to save power and get the
maximum possible running time for your camera's
battery. Follow the steps below to turn the LCD screen
and camera off automatically after a consecutive
period of inactivity.
1. Select「Power Saver」in the basic settings menu.
Press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
2. Press the up/down arrow button to select an
option.
3. Press the button to conrm.
Language
Refer to the “Resetting your language” section on
page 16.
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Zone
The Zone setting is a useful function for your
overseas trips. This feature enables you to display the
local time on the LCD screen while you are abroad.
1. Select「World Time」in the basic settings menu.
The World Time screen appears.
2. Press the up/down to select the departure place
( ) and destination ( ) elds.
3. Press the left/right arrow button to select a city
located in the same time zone as that of the eld.
Press the button to conrm settings.
Date/Time
Refer to the “Resetting Date/Time” section on page
17.
Format Memory
Please note: formatting enables you to delete all
contents in the memory card and built-in memory,
including protected photos and movie les.
To use this setting:
1. Press the button, press the up/down arrow
button to select and press the button to
enter the menu.
2. Press up/down arrow button to select and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select「Format」
and press the button or right arrow button to
enter the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select「Ye s」
or「No」and press the button to conrm.
5. If you select「Yes 」the camera formats its memory.
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Note that when you perform the Format Memory
function, it only formats the active memory. If an
SD memory card is inserted, the SD memory
card is active and will be formatted. If there is no
SD memory card, the internal memory is active
and the internal memory will be formatted.
Formatting the SD memory card will not
automatically format the internal memory.
Copy to Card
Use this setting to copy the les stored in the internal
memory to an SD memory card.
1. Press the button, press the up/down arrow
button to select and press the button to
enter the menu.
2. Press up/down arrow button to select and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select「Copy
to Card」and press the button or right arrow
button to enter the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select「Yes」
or「No」and press the button to conrm.
If there is no card available in the camera, this
function will not be displayed.
File Numbering
After you take a picture or video clip, the camera will
save it with a sequential number. You can use this
setting to reset the le numbering to 1.
1. Press the button, press the up/down arrow
button to select and press the button to
enter the menu.
2. Press up/down arrow button to select and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select「File
Numbering」and press the button or right
arrow button to enter the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select「Ye s」
or「No」and press the button to conrm.
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FW Version
Use this setting to view the current camera rmware
version.
1. Press the button, press the up/down arrow
button to select and press the button to
enter the menu.
2. Press up/down arrow button to select and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select「FW
Version」and press the button or right arrow
button to enter the menu.
4. When there is a new rmware version in the SD
card, select「Yes」to update.
Reset
Use this setting to restore the camera to its original
default settings.
1. Press the button, press the up/down arrow
button to select and press the button to
enter the menu.
2. Press up/down arrow button to select and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select
「Reset」and press the button or right arrow
button to enter the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select「Ye s」
or「No」and press the button to conrm.
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Connecting to a Computer
You can use a USB cable to connect the camera and
copy (transmit) photos to a computer, printer or other
device.
Transferring les to your computer
The computer will automatically detect the camera
as a removable drive. Double-click the My Computer
icon on the desktop to locate the removable drive and
to copy folders and les in the drive to a directory on
your PC as you would copy any typical folder or le.
Follow the steps below to connect the camera to a
computer.
1. Make sure both the camera and computer are
turned on.
2. Connect one end of the supplied USB cable to the
USB/AV OUT port on your camera.
CONNECTIONS
3. Connect the other end of the cable to an available
USB port on your computer.
4. After the transmission is complete, disconnect the
USB cable according to the instructions specifying
how to safely remove USB devices.
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Video System
Use this feature to switch the video system from
either NTSC or PAL.
1. Press the button, press the up/down arrow
button to select and press the button to
enter the menu.
2. Press up/down arrow button to select and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select「TV-
System」and press the button or right arrow
button to enter the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select
「NTSC」or「PAL」and press the button to
conrm.
The video output signal can be switched to NTSC or
PAL to accommodate different regional TV standards.
The appropriate setting will vary between regions.
NTSC: USA, Canada, Taiwan, Japan, etc.
PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania, etc.
Note: The TV output will not display properly if an
incorrect video system is selected.
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If the Eye-Fi card is not available in the
camera,this feature is not displayed.
This camera supports wireless connection of an Eye-
Fi SD Card. Upload the photos from the camera to the
Internet using the following steps:
1. Press the button, press the up/down arrow
button to select and press the button to
enter the menu.
2. Press up/down arrow button to select and
press the button or right arrow button to enter
the menu.
3. Press the up/down arrow button to select「Eye-Fi」
and press the button or right arrow button to
enter the menu.
4. Press the up/down arrow button to select「On」
or「Off」and press the button to conrm.
Set Eye-Fi SD Card Connection Mode
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Specications
APPENDICES
Design and specications are subject to change without notice.
Effective Imaging Sensor Pixels Approx. 16 Megapixels
Total Image Sensor Pixels Approx. 16.44 Megapixels [1/2.3"CCD]
Lens
Focal Length 4.3mm (Wide) — 64.5mm (Tele)
[35mm lm equivalent] [Approx. 24mm (Wide) — 360mm (Tele)]
F number F3.3 (Wide) — F5.9 (Tele)
Lens Construction 9 groups 10 elements
Optical Zoom 15x
Focusing Range Normal: (Wide) 60cm ~ ∞, (Tele) 300cm ~ ∞
Macro: (Wide) 3cm ~ ∞, (Tele) 250cm ~ ∞
Anti-Handshake Optical Image Stabilization
Digital Zoom Approx. 6X Digital Zoom (Combined Zoom: Approx. 90x)
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Number of
Recording
Pixels
Still Image
(4:3)
16MP: 4608×3456
10MP: 3648×2736
5MP: 2592×1944
3MP: 2048×1536
0.3MP: 640×480
(3:2)
14MP: 4608×3072
(16:9)
12MP: 4608×2592
2MP: 1920×1080
Movie 1280×720(30/15fps), 640×480(30fps), 320×240(30fps)
Shooting Modes
Manual, Auto, Portrait, Movie, Panorama, Scene [Auto Scene,
Landscape, Sport, Beach, Sunset, Fireworks, Night Landscape,
Sketch, Snow, Children, ID, Glass, Photo Frame, Panning Shot, Night
Portrait, Fish Eye, Party, Indoor, Leaf, Museum]
Red-Eye Removal Yes
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LCD Display 3.0inch (230k Pixels)
ISO Sensitivity Auto, ISO80/100/200/400/800/1600
AF Method Single-AF, Multi-AF (TTL 9-point), Face-Detection
Exposure Compensation ±2EV in 1/3 Step Increments
Shutter Speed 1/2000 ~ 4 Seconds (Manual: 30 Seconds)
Continuous Shooting Yes
Playback Modes
Single Photo, Index (9/16 Thumbnails), Slide Show
Zoom (Approx. x2~x8)
White Balance Control AWB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Fluorescent CWF, Incandescent,
Manual
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Flash
Flash Method Internal
Flash Modes Flash Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Force Flash, Force Off, Slow
Synchro, Slow Synchro + Red-Eye
Shooting Range (Wide) Approx. 0.5m ~ 4.7m (ISO800)
(Tele) Approx. 1.0m ~ 2.6m (ISO800)
Recording Media Internal Memory: Approx. 8MB
SD/SDHC Card (Up to 32GB Support) [MMC Card not supported]
Jacks AV-OUT/USB 2.0 (Micro 5 pin USB)
Eye-Fi Support Yes
Power Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery LB-050, 3.7V 900mAh,
In-Camera Charging
Shooting Capability (Battery
Performance) Approx. 245 Shots
Operation Environment Temperature: 0 ~ 40oC, Humidity: 0 ~ 90%
Dimensions (W×H×D) Approx. 108.5 × 60.0 × 31.0mm
Weight Approx. 203g
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Prompts and Warning Messages
Message Description Action
Warning!! Battery
exhausted.
The camera battery is used up. It is a
warning indicating that the camera is
going to shut down.
Replace with new battery.
The camera will shut down in 2 seconds.
Lens obstruction, Re-start
Camera.
The lens is jammed or some foreign
object is preventing the lens from
functioning properly.
Turn off the camera and restart it to
reset the lens.
Built-in memory error! An error occurs in the internal
memory.
Try shutting down the camera and
turning it on again. The message will
disappear after 2 seconds
Slow shutter is on: may
easily cause overexposure.
When a slow shutter speed is set, the
prompt appears on the screen.
The message will disappear after 2
seconds.
Warning! Do not turn off your
camera during update!
The message appears during the
rmware update process.
The message disappears after the
camera update and restart.
Connection Failed! Failure to connect to your PC, TV. Remove USB cable and retry connection
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Message Description Action
Slow access
When a SD card lower than Class 4 is
used to record a HD movie, the writing
speed will be slower and recording will
not continue.
Replace SD card with a higher Class
over 4. The message will disappear after
2 seconds.
Cannot write to SD card.
The photo shooting or video recording
has been interrupted so recording
cannot continue.
Turn off the camera. Then unload and
reload the SD card and turn on the
camera to retry. Also check if SD card is
full or in a locked position.
No Red-Eye Detected! Red eyes have not been detected in
the image.
The message will disappear after 2
seconds.
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Message Description Action
Write Protect ! The SD card is locked.
Remove SD card and switch the lever on the
side of card to UNLOCK. The message will
disappear after 2 seconds.
Card Full ! Indicates that the SD card is full.
Replace SD card with another that has available
memory. The message will disappear after 2
seconds.
Memory Full ! Indicates that the camera memory is
full. It disappears after 2 seconds.
Card Error !
During power-on, the SD card cannot
be recognized or a read/write error
occurs.
Format the SD card. WARNING: Formatting the
SD card will erase all data on the card. Copy
the data from the SD card to another storage,
such as a computer. Otherwise, all data will
be erased after the format. The message will
disappear after 2 seconds.
Card is not
formatted.
When an error occurs in the SD card,
the message "Not Formatted" appears.
Format the SD card. WARNING: Formatting the
SD card will erase all data on the card. Copy
the data from the SD card to another storage,
such as a computer. Otherwise, all data will be
erased after the format.
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Message Description Action
This image cannot
be edited.
The le format does not support editing
or the edited le cannot be edited
again.
The message will disappear after 2 seconds.
Exceeded
maximum folder
number.
This indicates that the SD card exceeded
the maximum number of folders (999).
This could cause a long read time during
the camera's power up.
Copy the data to your PC, format the memory
card using the camera.
Too many
pictures for quick
processing.
During the playback by date, the
images exceed specications so that it
is not possible to play by date.
The message disappears after 2 seconds and
the camera returns to the normal playback mode.
Unable to
recognize files.
The format of the le to be viewed is
not supported or the le is corrupted so
it cannot be properly read.
This image message disappears only after the
le is deleted.
No Picture! When you press the play button, no image
les exist in the camera or memory card.
The message disappears 2 seconds later to
return to the photo shooting screen.
Protected!
Undeletable!
The le is protected. The message
appears when you delete it.
Remove SD card and switch the lever on
the side of card to UNLOCK. Place back into
the camera and try again. The message will
disappear after 2 seconds.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Solution
Camera does not turn on The battery has been depleted.
The battery is not inserted
correctly.
Recharge the battery.
Correctly reinstall the battery.
Camera turns off suddenly
during operation
The battery has been depleted. Recharge the battery.
The picture is blurred Camera shakes while taking a
picture.
Turn on the OIS feature.
Images and video les cannot
be saved
The SD memory card is full.
The memory card is locked.
Use another memory card or delete
unnecessary les.
Unlock the memory card.
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Problem Possible Causes Solution
Saving data to memory card is
slow
Using a memory card below
Class 4 may result in slower
recording times.
Use an SD card with write Class higher
than 4 to improve performance.
Cannot write to the memory
card
The SD memory card has
been locked.
The camera may experience
trouble recording HD movies
to the SD card with a rating
lower than Class 4.
Release the write lock of the memory
card or replace with another card.
Use an SD card with write Class higher
than 4 to improve performance.
Too many movies to process The number of pictures or
folders in the SD memory card
exceeds the specications,
so the playback can not be
displayed.
Delete unwanted les.
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