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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
 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).

FCC Compliance Statement

Declaration on Conformity

Responsible Party: Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A. Inc.

Address: 725 Darlington Avenue, Mahwah, NJ 07430

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. Changes or modifications 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 determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

„ 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.

EN-1
 READ THIS FIRST FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
Trademark Information Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product.
„ Konica Minolta is a trademark of Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc.
„ DiMAGE is a trademark of Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. Warnings
„ Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
„ Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or explode which may
„ Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following warnings.
„ SDTM is a trademark. „ Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.
„ Photo Explorer and Photo Express are trademarks. „ Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/-) reversed.
„ Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. „ Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.
„ Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or moisture.
Product Information „ Do not attempt to recharge, short, or disassemble batteries.
„ Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This includes primary product „ Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.
specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s manual. This User Manual is a general reference „ Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, ages, or charge levels.
guide for the product. „ When recharging rechargeable batteries, only use the recommended charger.
„ The product and accessories that come with your digital camera may be different from those described „ Do not use leaking batteries. If fluid from the batteries enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye with
in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the batteries makes contact with your skin or
inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.
preferences. Products very often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, „ Tape over battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow local regulations for
chargers, AC adapters, memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches, and language support. battery disposal.
Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity. „ Use only the specified AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the adapter unit. An
Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories. inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.
„ The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual „ Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside the
design of your digital camera. product is touched.
„ The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual. „ 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 continued use of
a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.
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 „ Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants. Contact a doctor immediately
if an object is swallowed. CAUTION
„ Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm them with the „ Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk
product or parts. of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries caused by
„ Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight. heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.
„ Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary blindness which may „ If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.
lead to an accident. „ The lens retracts when the camera is turned off. Touching the lens barrel while it is retracting may
„ Do not use the monitor while operating a vehicle or walking. It may result in injury or an accident. cause injury.
„ Do not use this product in a humid environment, or operate this product with wet hands. If liquid „ The camera temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be taken to avoid burns.
enters the product, immediately remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use. „ Burns may result if the memory card or batteries are removed immediately after extended periods of
The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire or electric use. Turn the camera off and wait for it to cool.
shock. „ Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit discharges a large
„ Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or paint thinner. amount of energy which may cause burns.
Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner to clean the product. The „ Do not apply pressure to the LCD monitor. A damaged monitor may cause injury, and the liquid from
use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause an explosion or fire. the monitor may cause inflammation. If liquid from the monitor makes contact with skin, wash the area
„ When unplugging the AC adapter, do not pull on the power cord. Hold the adapter unit when with fresh water. If liquid from the monitor comes in contact with the eyes, immediately rinse the eyes
removing it from an outlet. with plenty of water and contact a doctor.
„ Do not damage, twist, modify, heat, or place heavy objects on the AC adapter cord. A damaged cord „ When using the AC adapter, insert the plug securely into the electrical outlet.
may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock. „ Do not use if the AC adapter cord is damaged.
„ If the product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately remove the „ Do not cover the AC adapter. A fire may result.
batteries taking care not to burn yourself as the batteries become hot with use. The continued use of „ Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter; this can hinder the unplugging of the unit in emergencies.
a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire. „ Unplug the AC adapter when cleaning or when the product is not in use.
„ 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 handling.

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 CONTENTS
PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS..................... 36 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION..............56
INTRODUCTION ................................................ 8 PHOTOGRAPHY MODE................................... 23 Viewing Images ............................................... 36 Installing Photo Explorer....................................56
Package Contents............................................ 9 Shooting Images - The Basics..........................23 Magnifying Images .......................................... 37 Installing Photo Express....................................57
Setting Image Resolution and Quality ................ 24 Thumbnail Display .......................................... 38
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA.............. 10
Using the Zoom Function................................... 25 USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA...58
Front View...................................................... 10 Slideshow Display ........................................... 39
Using the Flash............................................... 26 Step 1: Install the PC camera driver..................58
Rear View......................................................... 11 Resizing an Image ........................................... 40
Using the Self-Timer......................................... 27 Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your
Mode Dial ...................................................... 12
Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation)......... 28 VIDEO MODE.................................................... 41 computer.............................................59
LCD Monitor Information..................................... 13
Setting White Balance...................................... 29 Recording Video Clips ...................................... 41 Step 3: Run your application software
PREPARING THE CAMERA............................. 15 Playing Back Video Clips ................................. 42 (i.e. Windows NetMeeting)....................59
USING THE MODE DIAL.................................... 30
Installing the Batteries ..................................... 15
Auto Mode......................................................30 PLAYBACK MODE – ADVANCED FEATURES...43 MENU OPTIONS...............................................60
Using the AC Power Adapter
Program Mode ............................................... 30 Playing Back Still Images/Video Clips on TV ........ 43 Camera Menu.................................................... 60
(Optional Accessory)........................................16
Portrait Mode.................................................. 31 Deleting Images/Video Clips.............................. 44 Video Menu ................................................... 64
Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card
Landscape Mode.............................................. 31 Protecting Images/Video Clips ........................... 45 Playback Menu............................................... 65
(Optional Accessory)........................................17
Sport Mode.....................................................32 Setting the DPOF............................................. 46 Setup Menu.................................................... 67
GETTING STARTED........................................... 19 Night Mode..................................................... 32 Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer
CONNECTING THE DIGITAL CAMERA TO
Turning the Power On/Off ................................. 19 (Optional Function).......................................... 48
ADVANCED SHOOTING................................... 33 OTHER DEVICES............................................. 70
Choosing the Screen Language......................... 19
Burst.............................................................. 33 TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL
Setting the Date and Time ................................20 SPECIFICATIONS............................................ 71
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) ...................... 34 CAMERA TO COMPUTER.................................52
Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal
Selecting the Metering Mode ............................. 35 Step 1: Install the USB driver .........................53 APPENDIX........................................................ 72
Memory............................................................ 21
Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your
Using the LCD Monitor....................................... 22 CARE AND STORAGE.....................................73
computer...........................................54
Step 3: Download images or video clips............55

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 INTRODUCTION Package Contents
Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is
Thank you for purchasing the new digital camera!
missing or if you find any mismatch or damage, promptly contact your dealer.
Equipped with a 5.0 Megapixels CCD sensor, your camera delivers good quality, 2560 x 1920 resolution
images. Other features provided by the camera include the following:
Common Product Components:
„ 5.0 Megapixels „ USB connection (USB 2.0 Full Speed compliant) Konica Minolta DiMAGE E500 Digital Still Camera
A high-resolution CCD sensor provides 5.0 Still images or video clips that you have Hand Strap
megapixels for good quality of images. recorded can be downloaded to your computer
USB Cable
„ Auto flash using the USB cable (A USB driver is required
AV Cable
An auto flash sensor automatically detects for Win 98 and Win98SE).
the shooting (lighting) conditions and „ DPOF functionality Batteries
determines whether the flash should be used. DPOF can be used to print your images on a Camera Case
„ 2.0” LTPS color image LCD monitor DPOF compatible printer by simply inserting CD-ROM
„ Optical zoom: 1x~3x the memory card.
„ Digital zoom: 1x~4x „ PictBridge support
„ 12MB internal (built-in) memory You can connect the camera directly to printer
Images can be captured without using a that supports PictBridge and perform image
memory card. selection and printing using the camera monitor
„ Support for SD memory card for memory screen and controls.
expansion „ Provided editing software: Photo Explorer / „ Please contact your local camera dealer or the Konica Minolta distributor in your area.
You may wish to expand the memory capacity Photo Express
(up to 512MB capacity) by using an additional You can enhance and retouch your images on
memory card. your computer by using the provided editing
software.

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 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Rear View

Front View
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2 7
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3 8
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2 7 10
3 11
4
12

8
13

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1. Playback button 8. S Arrow button (Up)
2. MENU Menu button 9. Self-timer button
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3. Delete button Arrow button (Right)
4. Tripod socket 10. OK button
1. Mode dial 6. ON/OFF Power button 5. W Zoom out (wide-angle) button Display button
2. Flash 7. Self-timer LED 6. T Zoom in (telephoto) button 11. T Arrow button (Down)
3. Microphone 8. PC (USB) / AV Out terminal 7. LCD monitor 12. Flash button
4. Lens 9. DC in 3V terminal Arrow button (Left)
5. Shutter button 13. Battery / SD card cover

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 LCD Monitor Information
Mode Dial
„ Camera Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6
You can select from seven shooting modes and setup mode according to shooting conditions to achieve
the desired effect. P 3M 8 SD

15 7
8 7 8
14
13 9
X1
1. Mode indication
6 [ ] Auto Mode 12 [ ] TUNGSTEN
1 1.5x
[ ] Setup Mode 14.01.2005 [ ] FLUORESCENT
2 5 [ ] Video Mode 9. Capture mode indicator
11 10
3 [ ] Landscape Mode [ X1 ] SINGLE
4 [ ] Status of internal memory
[ P ] Program Mode [ ] BURST
[ ] Sport Mode [ SD ] Status of SD memory card [ ] AEB
Mode Description [ ] Portrait Mode 6. Remaining battery status 10. Date
1. P Program Select this mode to permit the shutter speed and aperture [ ] Night Mode [ ] Full battery power 11. Zoom state
to be set automatically. 2. Image quality [ ] Medium battery power 12. Flash charging/Image processing
2. Auto Select this mode to adjust point-and-shoot action. [ ] FINE [ ] Low battery power indicator (blinking red)
3. Video Select this mode to record video clips. [ ] NORMAL [ ] No battery power 13. Focus area
4. Setup Select this mode to adjust the camera settings. [ ] ECONOMY 7. Self-timer mode 14. Focus indicator
5. Night Select this option to take photographs of people against a 3. Image size [ ] 2 sec. delay AUTO
dusk or night-time background. [ ] 2560 x 1920 [ ] 10 sec. delay [ ] MACRO
[ ] 2048 x 1536 [ ] 10+2 sec. delay [ ] INFINITY
6. Sport Use this mode to shoot fast moving objects. 10+2

[ ] 1280 x 960 8. White balance 15. Flash mode

7. Landscape Use this mode to take photographs of distant scenery or
[ ] 640 x 480 AUTO [ ] Auto Flash
landscapes.
4. Possible number of shots [ ] DAYLIGHT [ ] Red Eye Reduction
8. Portrait Select this mode to make people stand out with the
5. Internal memory/SD memory [ ] CLOUDY [ ] Forced Flash
background out-of-focus.
card indicator [ ] SUNSET [ ] No Flash

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 „ Video Mode 2 3 PREPARING THE CAMERA
1. Video mode 1 00:33 SD 4
2. Recordable movie time available 7 Installing the Batteries
3. SD memory card indicator (if present)
4. Battery power indicator You can use 2 AA size batteries to power the camera. Make sure that the power of the digital camera is
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5. Date off before inserting or removing the batteries.
6. Focus area 1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
7. Flash mode 14.01.2005 5 2. Open the battery cover.
3. Insert the batteries in the correct orientation as shown in the
2
illustration.
„ Image Playback 1 SD 3 4. Close the battery cover.
1. Playback mode „ To remove the batteries, turn the camera off before removing
100-0001
2. SD memory card indicator (if present) batteries and hold the camera with the battery cover facing
4 SIZE 1280X960
3. Battery power indicator upward, then open the battery cover.
EV. +1.7
4. Playback information
01. 04. '04 05:22

2 3
„ Video Playback
1 SD 4
1. Playback mode
5 „ Be careful not to drop the batteries when opening or closing the battery cover.
2. Video mode 100-0001
3. SD memory card indicator (if present) 6 SIZE 320X240
4. Battery power indicator EV. 0.0
5. Playback indicator 01. 04. '04 05:22
6. Playback information
1

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 Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory) Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory)
Use of the AC power adapter is recommended if you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or The digital camera comes with 12MB of internal memory, allowing you to store captured still images or
connect the camera to a PC. video clips in the digital camera. Moreover, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an SD
(Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store more files.
1. Make sure your camera is turned off.
2. Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the 1. Make sure your camera is turned off before inserting or removing
camera jack labeled "DC IN 3.0V". a memory card.
3. Connect the other end to an electrical outlet. 2. Open the SD memory card cover.
3. Insert an SD memory card in the correct orientation as shown in
the illustration.
4. Close the SD memory card cover.
„ To remove the SD memory card, make sure the camera is
turned off. Press lightly on the edge of the memory card and
it will eject.

„ Make sure to use only the AC power adapter specified for the camera. Damage caused by the use of an incorrect
adapter is not covered under the warranty.
„ To prevent unexpected auto power off resulting from no battery power left during the process of transferring your „ Be sure to format an SD memory card with this digital camera before
images to the computer, use the AC power adapter as a power supply. using it. Refer to the section in the manual titled “Formatting an SD
„ The AC power adapter can only be used to power the camera. Batteries cannot be charged inside the camera. Memory Card or Internal Memory” for further details.
„ To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD card,
you can slide the write protect tab (on the side of the SD memory card)
to “LOCK”.
„ To save, edit, or erase data on an SD memory card, you must unlock the card.

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 Attaching the Camera Strap GETTING STARTED
Attach the strap as shown in the illustration.
Turning the Power On/Off
„ Press the ON/OFF button until the digital camera turns on.
„ To turn the power off, press the ON/OFF button again.

Choosing the Screen Language

When the camera is turned on for the first time, a language-selection screen will be displayed in the
monitor. Follow the steps below to choose the desired language.

1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing BASIC CUSTOM
the ON/OFF button. DATE & TIME Y/M/D
Y/M/D

2. Press to select the [CUSTOM] menu. NTSC

PAL TV NTSC

3. Use T to select [LANGUAGE], then press the button. LANGUAGE ENGLISH

4. Use S or T to select the language you want. LCD BRIGHTNESS

5. Press the button to confirm. SET : 3/5

LANGUAGE
ENGLISH

SET : 1/7

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 Setting the Date and Time Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory
Follow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time. The term “Formatting” means preparing an “SD Memory Card” to record images; this process is also called
“initialization”. This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing BASIC CUSTOM data.
the ON/OFF button. DATE & TIME D/M/Y
2. Press to select the [CUSTOM] menu. NTSC
PAL TV NTSC 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing BASIC CUSTOM

3. Use T to select [DATE & TIME], then press the button. LANGUAGE ENGLISH the ON/OFF button. 1 RESET NUMBER

„ You may press or to switch the date types. LCD BRIGHTNESS „ The [BASIC] menu is displayed. DATE DATE IMPRINT ON

SET : 1/5 2. Use T to select [FORMAT], then press the button. FORMAT
4. Press or to select Year, Month, Day and Time fields.
3. Use S or T to select [YES], then press the button to confirm. QUICK
VIEW QUICK VIEW OFF
„ To increase a value, press S. DATE & TIME SET : 7/8
„ To decrease a value, press T.
„ The time is displayed in 24-hours format. 10 / 10 / 2004
5. Press the button after all fields are set. FORMAT
00 : 00
YES

SELECT :
NO
SET :
SET :

„ When you format an SD memory card, be aware that all data of which will be permanently erased. Protected
images are also erased.
„ To format the internal memory, do not insert a memory card into the camera. Otherwise, you will format the
memory card.
„ Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at a later time.
„ An SD memory card having any problem cannot be properly formatted.

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 Using the LCD Monitor PHOTOGRAPHY MODE
Your camera is equipped with a 2.0" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, replay
recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and numbers displayed on Shooting Images - The Basics
the monitor may vary according to the current settings.
1. Rotate the mode dial to , P , , , or and turn your A 3M 8 SD

1. Rotate the mode dial to ,P, , , , or . camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button.
2. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the power. 2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main
X1
3. Compose your scene on the LCD monitor. subject is within the focus frame.
4. Press the shutter button. 3. Press the shutter button down half way to focus the image.
1.5x
„ When you press the shutter button down half way, the 2004.09.17

camera’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the

image and exposure.
4. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down to capture the
image.

„ The LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a malfunction.
„ To prevent your images from being blurred while pressing the shutter button, always hold it carefully. This is
especially important when you are shooting under low lighting conditions, which your camera may decelerate the „ The actual captured image appears to be larger than the one on LCD after image captured.
shutter speed to ensure your images are properly exposed. „ Pressing the button switches the LCD monitor display mode. Each time you press the button, the display
„ To conserve battery power, the camera turns off the LCD monitor if an operation is not made within a minute. To changes in the following order: Focus Frame On Æ Indicators Off.
restore power, operate the camera. „ When you press the shutter button down half way, focus area turns green if the focus is confirmed. It turns red
if the subject is out of focus.

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 Setting Image Resolution and Quality Using the Zoom Function
As you get to know the digital camera, you can set the image resolution (number of vertical and This camera is equipped with 3x optical zoom. The lens moves during the optical zoom photography,
horizontal pixels) and image quality (compression ratio) based on the types of images you want to shoot. allowing you to capture telephoto and wide-angle shots. By using the optical zoom function; images
These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in memory, or on a memory card. appear closer by pressing the T button, or smaller away by pressing the W button.
Higher resolution and higher quality images provide finer detail but cause the images’ file size to be larger. Moreover, you can further enlarge the subjects with 4x digital zoom by pressing continuously the T
To change image resolution or image quality, perform these steps below: button. It is activated after your camera reaches its maximum optical zoom factor (3x). A useful feature
as it is, however, the more the image is magnified, the grainer the image may become.
1. Rotate the mode dial to , P, , , or and turn your IMAGE SIZE
To capture a zoomed image, perform the following steps:
camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button. 2560 X 1920

2. Press the MENU button. 2048 X 1536 1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the power.
1280 X 960
„ The [PICTURE] menu is displayed. 2. Adjust the magnification ratio by using the T / W button.
640 X 480
3. Use T to select [IMAGE SIZE], then press the button. „ To access the optical zoom function, press the T button as
1/4
4. Use S or T to select the desired setting, then press the far as it can go. Press it again to activate the digital zoom.
QUALITY „ To exit the zoom photography, press continuously the W
button to confirm.
FINE button.
5. Follow the step 3 and 4 above to set the [QUALITY].
NORMAL „ The status of digital magnification is displayed on the LCD
ECONOMY monitor.
3. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
1/3

„ The possible number of shots and recording time depend on the storage size, resolution and quality settings and
the subject of the image to be captured.
„ You can resize the images later. (Please refer to the section in this manual titled “Resizing an Image” for further
detail.) „ The digital magnification ranges from 1.0x to 4.0x.
„ As you record video clips, the zoom function cannot be activated.

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 Using the Flash Using the Self-Timer
The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. You The self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you should either
can take an image using a desired flash mode to suit your circumstances. mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, level surface.

1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface.

1. Rotate the mode dial to , P, , , or .
2. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the power. 2. Rotate the mode dial to ,P, , , or .
3. Toggle until your desired flash mode appears on the LCD 3. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the power.
monitor. 4. Toggle until your desired self-timer mode appears on the
4. Compose your scene and press the shutter button. LCD monitor.
10+2

[ No Indication]

The camera has four flash modes:Auto Flash, Red Eye Reduction, Forced Flash and No Flash. 5. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
The table below will help you to choose the appropriate flash mode: „ The self-timer function is activated.
Flash mode Description „ The photography is then taken after the preset time.
„ To cancel the self-timer at any time, press the shutter or ON/
AUTO FLASH The flash fires automatically according to suit the photographic conditions.
OFF button, switch the mode dial to another mode or press
RED EYE Use this mode to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when you want to take to disrupt the sequence.
REDUCTION natural-looking photographs of people and animals in low-light conditions.
When taking photographs, the red-eye phenomenon can be reduced by asking
the subject (person) to look at the digital camera or get as close to the digital
camera as possible.
FORCED FLASH The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness. Select this
mode for recording images with high contrast (backlighting) and deep shadows. „ After one shot is taken, the self-timer mode is turned off.
NO FLASH Use this mode in the environment that the flash use is prohibited or under the „ If you wish to take another image using the self-timer, repeat these steps.
situation that the distance to the subject is too far away for the flash to have „ The Burst and AEB features will be disabled in the self-timer (10+2) mode.
any effect.

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 Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation) Setting White Balance
You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the digital camera. Use this mode when the proper This feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types according to your
exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (different between light and dark) between shooting conditions.
the subject and the background is extremely large. The EV compensation value can be set in the range
from –2.0EV to +2.0EV. 1. Rotate the mode dial to P , , , or . PICTURE FUNCTION AE/AWB
2. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the power. EXPOSURE +0.7
1. Rotate the mode dial to P , , , or . PICTURE FUNCTION AE/AWB 3. Press the MENU button, then toggle to select the [AE/AWB] W.BALANCE
2. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the power. EXPOSURE +0.7 menu.
ISO 100
3. Press the MENU button, then use to select the [AE/AWB] W.BALANCE 4. Use T to select [W. BALANCE], then press the button.
menu. ISO 100
5. Use S or T to select the desired setting, then press the 2/3

4. Use T to select [EXPOSURE], then use or to set the range button to confirm.
1/3 W.BALANCE
of EV compensation value from –2.0EV to +2.0EV. 6. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
AUTO
5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
DAYLIGHT
CLOUDY
SUNSET

1/6

W.BALANCE

TUNGSTEN
FLUORESCENT

5/6

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 USING THE MODE DIAL Portrait Mode
Select this mode to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus.
Auto Mode
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing 3M 8 SD
(Auto) mode is the simplest way which allows you to take still pictures without having to set special the ON/OFF button.
functions or manual adjustments. The camera sets the optimal focusing and exposure. 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. X1
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing A 3M 8 SD

the ON/OFF button.

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3. Press the shutter button down halfway to focus the image.
„ When you press the shutter button down half way, the
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and exposure. Landscape Mode
4. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down to capture the
image. This mode allows you to take photographs of distant scenery or landscapes.

1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing 3M 8 SD

Program Mode the ON/OFF button.

2. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
In P (Program) mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still 3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. X1
images. You can adjust other functions, such as flash mode or continuous shooting mode.
1.5x
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the ON/OFF button.
2. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. X1

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 Sport Mode ADVANCED SHOOTING
This mode allows you to shoot fast moving objects.
Burst
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing 3M 8 SD

the ON/OFF button. This mode is used for continuous shooting. 3 pictures are taken continuously once the shutter button is
2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. pressed.
3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. X1
1. Rotate the mode dial to , P , , , or and turn your PICTURE FUNCTION

camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button. AUTO

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2. Press the MENU button, then use to select the [FUNCTION]
menu.
Night Mode 3. Use T to select [CAPTURE MODE], then press the button.
2/3
4. Use S or T to select [BURST], then press the button.
This mode allows you to take photographs of people against a dusk or night-time background. 5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button. CAPTURE MODE

1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing 3M 8 SD

„ The indicator is displayed on the monitor screen. X1 SINGLE

6. Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. BURST

the ON/OFF button.
7. Press the shutter button all the way to shoot. AEB
2. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
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3. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
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„ In this mode, the flash and the self-timer (10+2) features will be disabled.

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 Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) Selecting the Metering Mode
In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after You can select the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the
you press the shutter button once. AEB settings can be combined with exposure compensation settings exposure.
to extend the adjustment range.
1. Rotate the mode dial to P , , , or and turn your
PICTURE FUNCTION PICTURE FUNCTION
1. Rotate the mode dial to ,P, , , or and turn your camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button.
AUTO AUTO
camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button. 2. Press the MENU button, then use to select the [FUNCTION]
2. Press the MENU button , then use to select the [FUNCTION] menu. X1

menu. 3. Use T to select [METERING], then press the button.

3. Use T to select [CAPTURE MODE], then press the button. 4. Use S or T to select the desired metering mode, then press the
2/3 3/3
4. Use S or T to select [AEB], then press the button. button.
5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button. CAPTURE MODE METERING
„ [ AVERAGE]: Averages the light metered from the entire
„ The indicator is displayed on the monitor screen. X1 SINGLE AVERAGE
frame, but gives greater weight to the subject matter at the
6. Press the shutter button to shoot. BURST SPOT
center.
AEB
„ [ SPOT]: Meters the area within the spot automatic
exposure point frame at the center of the LCD monitor.
3/3 2/2
5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
6. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
7. Press the shutter button to capture the image.

„ In this mode, the flash and the self-timer (10+2) features will be disabled.

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 PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS Magnifying Images
While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows
Viewing Images you to view fine details. The zoom factor displayed on the screen shows the current magnification ratio.
You can display the still images you have just captured at a time. 1. Press the button.
T

1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the camera. „ The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
SD

2. Press the button. „ To view the previous image, press . T

T
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„ The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. „ To view the next image, press .
SIZE 1280X960
3. Use or to select the desired images. EV. +1.7 2. Adjust the zoom ration by using the Zoom W / T button.
05:22 2.0X
01. 04. '04 „ To enlarge the selected image, press the T button.
„ To view the previous image, press . T
1
„ To view the next image, press . „ To return to the normal image, press the W button.
„ The magnification factor is displayed on the LCD monitor.
3. To view different portion of the images, press S / T / / to
adjust the display area.

„ The playback information displayed on the LCD monitor will disappear after seconds of time.
„ If there is no image stored in the internal memory or on the memory card. [NO IMAGE] message will appear on the „ The magnification factors range from 1x to 4x (within 7 stages: 1.0x, 1.5x, 2.0x, 2.5x, 3.0x, 3.5x and 4.0x).
monitor.

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 Thumbnail Display Slideshow Display
This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This is
search for a particular image. very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentations.

1. Press the button. SD 1. Press the button. PLAYBACK

„ The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. „ The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. DELETE
2. Press the W button once. 1 2 3 2. Press the MENU button, then use T to select [SLIDE SHOW] SLIDE
SHOW SLIDE SHOW
„ Nine thumbnail images are displayed simultaneously. and press the button. PROTECT
4 5 6 QUALITY CHANGE
„ For recorded video clips, the video mode icon will be 3. Use S or T to set the playback interval, then press the
displayed. 7 8 9
button. 2/7

3. Use S / T / / to move the cursor to select the image to be „ The slide show starts.
displayed at regular size. „ The video clips are displayed the first frame image, and not SLIDE SHOW

played back. 3 SEC.

4. Press the button to display the selected image on full screen.
„ To stop slide show, press the button. 5 SEC.
10 SEC.

SET : RETURN :

„ You can adjust the slide show display interval within the range of 3 SEC., 5 SEC., 10 SEC.

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 Resizing an Image VIDEO MODE
You can change the image size of a captured image to one of the following sizes: 2560 x 1920 pixel,
2048 x 1536 pixel, 1280 x 960 pixel and 640 x 480 pixel. Recording Video Clips
1. Press the button. This mode allows you to record video clips with sound via built-in microphone.
PLAYBACK
„ The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. R RESIZE 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing
2. In the mode, use or to select the desired images. DPOF DPOF the ON/OFF button.
COPY TO CARD
„ To view the previous image, press .
COPY
2. Press the shutter button to start recording.
„ To view the next image, press . 3. To stop recording, press the shutter button again.
SET : EXIT : 5/7
3. Press the MENU button to access in the PLAYBACK menu,
then use S or T to select [RESIZE] and press the button. RESIZE
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4. Use S or T to select the desired setting, then press the button 2560 X 1920

to confirm. 2048 X 1536

1280 X 960
640 X 480

SET : RETURN :
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„ The zoom function of optical zoom (3x) can be activated before you start to record video clips.
„ Resizing replaces the original image with the changed image. Only resizing to the smaller size is available.
„ Pressing the button switches the LCD monitor display mode. Each time you press the button, the display
changes in the following order: Focus Frame On Æ Indicators Off.

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 Playing Back Video Clips PLAYBACK MODE – ADVANCED FEATURES
You can play back recorded video clips. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during the
video playback. Playing Back Still Images/Video Clips on TV
1. Press the button. SD
You can also playback your images on a TV screen. Before connecting to any device, make sure to
2. Use or to go through the images until the video clip you select NTSC/PAL system to match the video output system of the video equipment you are going to
100-0001 connect to the digital camera, then turn all connected devices off.
want to play back is displayed. SIZE 320X240
„ To view the previous image, press . EV. 0.0
1. Connect one end of the AV cable to the AV terminal of the
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„ To view the next image, press . digital camera.
1
3. Press the button to start playing back the video clips. 2. Connect the other end to the AV input socket of the TV set.
„ To pause or resume video playback, press the button 3. Turn the TV and digital camera on.
4. Playback the images/video clips.
again. TV
„ The method of operation is the same as playing back still
images and video clips on the digital camera.

„ The playback information displayed on the LCD monitor will disappear after seconds of time.
„ The zoom function cannot be activated while playing the video clips back.
„ To playback the video clips on the computer, we recommend you to use Windows Media Player 9.0 (WMP 9.0).
„ The sound recorded with video clips can only be played back on TV or computers.
You can download WMP version from the website at www.microsoft.com.

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 Deleting Images/Video Clips Protecting Images/Video Clips
Use this function to delete one or all images/video clips stored in the internal memory or memory card. Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.
Please note that the deleted images or video clips cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before
deleting a file. 1. Press the button. PLAYBACK
„ The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. DELETE
„ To delete the latest single image/video clip 2. In the mode, use or to select the desired images.
SLIDE
SHOW SLIDE SHOW
PROTECT
1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the power. DELETE „ To view the previous image, press .
QUALITY CHANGE
2. Press the button. When the delete message appears, use S YES
„ To view the next image, press .
NO
or T to select [YES], then press the button to delete the last 3. Press the MENU button, then use T to select [PROTECT] and
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SET :
image or video clip.
press the button. PROTECT
„ If you wish to cancel the deletion, select [NO].
4. Use S or T to choose the desired setting, then press the PROTECT ONE
PROTECT ALL
„ To delete image/video clip by preference button.
1. Press the button. PLAYBACK
„ [PROTECT ONE]: Protect one image/movie.
„ The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor, which DELETE „ [PROTECT ALL]: Protect all images/movies (at once).
SET : RETURN :
can also be deleted directly by pressing the button. SLIDE SHOW
5. Use S or T to select [LOCK], then press the button to
PROTECT
2. Use or to select the image you want to delete. QUALITY CHANGE confirm. PROTECT ONE
3. Press the MENU button, then use S or T to select [DELETE] „ Press the MENU button to return to the mode. LOCK
SET : EXIT : 1/7
and press the button. The indicator appears on the selected image. UNLOCK
4. Use S or T to select [THIS IMAGE] or [ALL IMAGES] by your DELETE „ If you wish to cancel the protect function, select [UNLOCK].
preference, then press the button. THIS IMAGE
ALL IMAGES
5. When the delete message appears, use S or T to select [YES], SET : RETURN :
then press the button to confirm the deletion.
„ If you wish to cancel the deletion, select [NO].
SET : RETURN :

„ Protected images cannot be deleted with the delete function.

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 Setting the DPOF Step Figure Procedure
ONE IMAGE Use S or T to select by your preference, then press the button.
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory card. By QUANTITY 1

T
S
DATE NO
using DPOF, you can select an image to be printed and then specify how many prints or which image you CANCEL
[QUANTITY]: Allows you to select image quantity (0~10). Use or to
would like. Take your memory card to a DPOF enabled printer that accepts memory cards. The DPOF/ set the image quantity.
card-compatible printer will read the embedded information on the memory card and print your images as 4 [DATE]: The date of recording can be printed directly on the images.
specified. ONE IMAGE
Select [YES] or [NO] with or .
QUANTITY 0
DATE NO [CANCEL]: To cancel the current settings, use S or T to select [CANCEL],

T
CANCEL
„ To configure print settings for a single image / all images. then press the button.
Step Figure Procedure
SD
SD Press the MENU button to return to the image playback mode.
Press the button, then use or to select the desired image you want
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1 * The is marked on the displayed image.
SIZE 1280X960 to mark .
EV. +1.7
01.04. '04 05:22 * The playback information displayed on the LCD monitor will disappear
1
after seconds of time. 5
DPOF
To unmark the mark, go back to step 3 to select [RESET ALL] with S or
PLAYBACK ONE IMAGE

R RESIZE
Press the MENU button. Use S or T to select [DPOF], then press the ALL IMAGES T.
DPOF RESET ALL
2 DPOF
button.
COPY COPY TO CARD
SET : RETURN :

SET : EXIT : 6/7

DPOF

ONE IMAGE
Use S or T to select by your preference, then press the button.
ALL IMAGES
RESET ALL
[ONE IMAGE]: To configure print settings for a single image.
3 [ALL IMAGES]: To configure print settings for all images.
„ Before you perform the DPOF settings on your camera, always remember to copy your images from the internal
SET : RETURN : [RESET ALL]: Returns all basic settings to the digital camera’s default
memory to an SD memory card first.
settings.
„ The print icon will appear on the monitor indicating images selected for printing.
„ You cannot print movies.
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 Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer (Optional Function)
Step Figure Procedure
Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports
PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF PRINT PAPER Use S or T to access in the selection of paper setting, then press the
SIZE STANDARD
support also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed. BORDERLESS STANDARD
button to confirm.
2 [SIZE]: You may select the desired item depending on the
Connecting the camera to the printer type of printer being used.
SELECT: SET:

1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing [BORDERLESS]: You may select the desired item depending on
USB
the type of printer being used.
the ON/OFF button. PC
2. Press to select the [CUSTOM] menu, then use T to select PICTBRIDGE Use or to select the image you want to print, then press T to proceed
PC CAM.
[USB]. 3 more detailed settings.
3. Press the button. SELECT : PRINT :
SET: 2/3 CANCEL : MORE :
4. Use S or T to select [PICTBRIDGE], then press the button.
5. Connect your camera and the printer via a supplied USB cable.
PRINT INFO
„ The screen turns off automatically and the setting screen will Use S or T to select by your preference, then press the button.
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appear on the monitor after seconds of time. DATE

FILE NAME
WITH
WITH
[ x]: Specifies the number of prints. You can select the number
4 CANCEL up to 10.
Printing images
SELECT: SET: [DATE]: If you select WITH, images are printed with the date.
[FILE NAME]: If you select WITH, images are printed with the file name.
When the camera is properly connected to a PictBridge compliant printer, the [PRINT MODE SELECT] [CANCEL]: To cancel the print settings, use S or T to select [CANCEL].
screen is displayed on the monitor. Use S or T to select the print mode.
„ In [PRINT] Mode: Lets you print the specified image with PictBridge. After the step 4 finished, you can still use or to change the image by
Step Figure Procedure 5 your preference, then press the button to print.
SELECT : PRINT :

PRINT MODE SELECT Use S or T to select the [PRINT] mode, then press the button. CANCEL : MORE :

PRINT
PRINT ORDER
1

SELECT: SET:

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 Step Figure Procedure Step Figure Procedure
PRINT Use S or T to select [PRINT], then press the button to confirm. Use S or T to access in the selection of paper setting, then press the
PRINT PRINT PAPER

6 CANCEL SIZE STANDARD

button to print.
BORDERLESS STANDARD
[SIZE]: You may select the desired item depending on the
SELECT: SET:
2 type of printer being used.
SELECT: SET:
This starts printing and displays the message “TRANSFERRING” on [BORDERLESS]: You may select the desired item depending on the
the monitor screen.The message will disappear after the printing is finished. type of printer being used.
TRANSFERRING

CANCEL :
PRINT Use S or T to select [PRINT], then press the button to confirm.
7
PRINT
PRINT * To cancel printing: CANCEL
CONTINUE 3
CANCEL
Pressing the button during print data transfer displays the screen for
selecting whether to [CONTINUE] or [CANCEL] printing. SELECT: SET:

SELECT: SET:

This starts printing and displays the message “TRANSFERRING” on

the monitor screen. The message will disappear after the printing is finished.
TRANSFERRING

„ In [PRINT ORDER] Mode: This function only lets you print the specified image based on the previous CANCEL :

DPOF settings. 4
PRINT * To cancel printing:
CONTINUE
Step Figure Procedure CANCEL
Pressing the button during print data transfer displays the screen for
selecting whether to [CONTINUE] or [CANCEL] printing.
PRINT MODE SELECT Use S or T to select the [PRINT ORDER] mode, then press the button.
PRINT SELECT: SET:

PRINT ORDER
1

SELECT: SET:

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 TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL Step 1: Install the USB driver
CAMERA TO COMPUTER „ Installation on Windows 98 & 98SE
The USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows 98 and 98SE. Windows 2000/ME/XP
After using USB cable to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use users need not install the USB driver.
your computer to share recorded images or video clips with your family or friends via e-mail or post them on
the Web. In order to do this, you must install the USB driver onto your computer first. Note that before you 1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
begin to install the software, you need to check your system according to the table as shown below. 2. When the welcome screen appears, click “INSTALL USB DRIVER”.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
3. After the USB driver has been installed, restart your computer.

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. The computer and the operating system must
be guaranteed by their manufacturers to support USB interface. The following operating systems are
compatible with the camera:
„ Installation on MAC OS 9.0
Windows 98, 98SE, Me, 2000 Professional, and XP Home and Professional editions.
For Mac OS 9.0 or higher, the computer will automatically recognize the digital camera and load its own
Mac OS 9.0.-9.2.2 and Mac OS X 10.1.3.-10.1.5, 10.2.1.-10.2.8, 10.3.-10.3.8.
USB drivers.

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 Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer Step 3: Download images or video clips
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing When the digital camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be a disk drive,
USB
the ON/OFF button. just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying them from the “Removable
PC disk” to your computer hard drive. The self-timer LED blinks (blue) during data transfer in progress.
2. Press to select the [CUSTOM] menu, then use T to select [USB].
PICTBRIDGE
3. Press the button. PC CAM.
„ Windows
4. Use T to select [PC], then press the button. Open the “removable disk” and double click on the DCIM folder to open it to find more folders. Your
5. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on images are inside these folder(s). Select the desired still images or video clips and then choose “Copy”
1/3
your computer. from the “Edit” menu. Open the destination location (folder) and choose “Paste” from the “Edit” menu.
6. There will be a new “Removable Disk” icon detected in “My You may also drag and drop image files from the digital camera to a desired location.
Computer”, in which contains your recorded images or video
clips. „ Macintosh
(For Mac users, double-click [untitled] or [NO_NAME] disk drive Open the “NO_NAME” disk icon, and the destination location on your hard disk. Drag and drop from the
icon on our desktop.) digital camera to the desired destination.

„ Memory card users may prefer to use a memory card reader (highly recommended).
„ Video playback application is not included with the package. Make sure that video playback application has
been installed in your computer.

„ CAUTION (Windows 98/98SE)

To disconnect the camera from a computer, confirm the self-timer LED is not lit and then unplug the USB
cable. Do not use the eject routine in My Computer; the computer may freeze.

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 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Installing Photo Express
Ulead® Photo Express is complete photo project software for digital images. The step-by-step workflow,
Installing Photo Explorer visual program interface, and in-program help assist users in creating exciting photo projects. Acquire
Ulead ® Photo Explorer provides a simple and efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute digital photos effortlessly from digital cameras or scanners. Organize them conveniently with the Visual
digital media. Acquire photos, video or sound clips from various digital device types and easily browse Browse mode. Use hundreds of ready-to-use templates such as albums, cards, posters, slideshows, and
or add personal descriptions; make timely modifications; or distribute the media through the medium of more. Edit and enhance images with photo editing tools, photographic filters, and special effects.
your choice: E-mail, Print, Slideshow Presentations. It is an indispensable all-in-one tool for owners of Embellish projects by adding creative design elements such as frames, callouts, and stamp objects.
digital cameras, WebCams, DV camcorders, scanners, or anyone who strives to effectively organize a Share results with family and friends via e-mail and multiple print options.
large collection of digital media.
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the welcome screen appears,click “INSTALL Photo
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
Express 5.0”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
2. When the welcome screen appears, click “INSTALL Photo
installation.
Explorer 8.0”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the installation.

„ For information on how to use Photo Express to edit and retouch your recorded images, please refer to its online
help.
„ For Windows 2000/XP users, make sure to install and use the Photo Express while logged in as a user with an
„ For more information about the operation of Photo Explorer application software, refer to its respective help Administrator account.
documentation. „ Photo Express is not supported on the Mac.
„ For Windows 2000/XP users, please make sure to install and use the Photo Explorer in “Administrator” mode.
„ Photo Explorer is not supported on the Mac. iPhoto or iPhoto2 is recommended.

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 USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer
Your digital camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference with business 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing
associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the digital camera for the ON/OFF button. USB
videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below: 2. Press to select the [CUSTOM] menu, then use T to select [USB]. PC
„ Microphone 3. Press the button. PICTBRIDGE

„ Sound card 4. Use S or T to select [PC CAM.], then press the button. PC CAM.

„ Speakers or headphones 5. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on
„ Network or Internet connection your computer. 3/3

6. Position the digital camera steadily on top of your computer

monitor or use a tripod.

„ Video conferencing (or video editing) software is not included with the digital camera.
„ This mode is not supported for Mac. „ When using this digital camera as a PC camera, it is necessary to install the battery into the digital camera.

Step 3: Run your application software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting)

Step 1: Install the PC camera driver To use Windows NetMeeting for videoconferencing:
The PC-camera driver included in the CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows. The PC camera function is not 1. Go to Start Æ Programs Æ Accessories Æ Communications Æ NetMeeting to launch the NetMeeting
supported for Mac platforms. program.
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 2. Click the Start Video button to view live video.
2. When the welcome screen appears, click “DRIVER For PC CAM”. 3. Click the Place Call button.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the 4. Type the e-mail address or the network address of the computer that you are calling.
installation. 5. Click Call. The person that you are calling must also have Windows NetMeeting running and be
3. After the driver installation is completed, restart your computer. willing accept your call to start the videoconference.

„ The video resolution for videoconferencing applications is generally 320 x 240.

„ For more information about the operation of videoconference application software, refer to its respective help
documentation.
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 MENU OPTIONS Item Functional Description
FOCUS You can take images with the distance to the subject set by auto focus, macro or
Camera Menu
infinity.
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. * AUTO
AUTO PICTURE FUNCTION PICTURE FUNCTION PICTURE FUNCTION AE/AWB * MACRO
IMAGE SIZE 5M IMAGE SIZE 5M AUTO EXPOSURE +0.7
Q
* INFINITY
Q
QUALITY QUALITY X1 W.BALANCE
[ ] FOCUS AUTO SHARPNESS LOW CAPTURE Sets the recording method at the time of taking pictures.
ISO 100
X1 COLOR
MODE * X1 SINGLE
1/4 1/5 1/3 1/3

* BURST
1. Rotate the mode dial to ,P, , , or and turn your camera on.
* AEB
2. Press the MENU button, then use or to select the [PICTURE] / [FUNCTION] / [AE/AWB] menu.
„ In (Auto) Mode, press the MENU button to access in menu directly.
3. Press S or T to select the desired setting, then press the button. „ In the P , , , or Mode
4. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
PICTURE Item Functional Description
„ In the (Auto) Mode IMAGE SIZE Refer to the “Camera Menu - In the (Auto) Mode” in list of menu
Item Functional Description options.
IMAGE SIZE Sets the size of the image that will be captured.
* 2560x1920 QUALITY Refer to the “Camera Menu - In the (Auto) Mode” in list of menu
Q options.
* 2048x1536
* 1280x960
SHARPNESS Sets the level of image sharpness.
* 640x480
* LOW
QUALITY Sets the quality (compression rate) at which the image is captured.
Q * FINE * MEDIUM
* NORMAL
* ECONOMY * HIGH

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 PICTURE Item Functional Description AE/AWB Item Functional Description
COLOR Sets the color of the image that will be captured. EXPOSURE Sets to obtain the correct exposure when the subject is much brighter
* FULL COLOR EV or darker than the background.
The EV compensation value can be set in the range from –2.0EV to
* BLACK & WHITE
+2.0EV.
* SEPIA W. BALANCE Sets the white balance photographing under a variety of lighting
SATURATION To capture an image, your camera offers you three different degrees conditions and permits photographs to be taken that approach the
WB conditions that are seen by the human eye.
of color to match with your preference.
Your images will demonstrate different impression by selecting * AUTO
different degrees of color. This is called “Saturation”. * DAYLIGHT
* LOW * CLOUDY

* MEDIUM * SUNSET
* TUNGSTEN
* HIGH
* FLUORESCENT
FUNCTION Item Functional Description
FOCUS Refer to the “Camera Menu - In the (Auto) Mode” in List of menu ISO Sets the sensitivity for taking pictures. When the sensitivity is raised
options. (and the ISO figure isincreased), photography will become possible
ISO
even in dark locations, but the more pixilated (grainer) the image will
CAPTURE Refer to the “Camera Menu - In the (Auto) Mode” in List of menu appear.
MODE options. *AUTO / 50 / 100 / 200

METERING Refer to section in this manual titled “Selecting the Metering Mode” for
further details.

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 Video Menu Playback Menu
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. In the menu, set which settings are to be used for playback.

PLAYBACK
VIDEO COLOR
R RESIZE
R
G B COLOR FULL COLOR
DPOF DPOF
BLACK & WHITE
COPY COPY TO CARD
SEPIA

SET : EXIT : 1/1 SET : EXIT : 1/3 SET : EXIT : 5/7

1. Press the button.

1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on. „ The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
2. Press the MENU button. 2. Press the MENU button, then use S or T to select the desired setting and press the button.
3. Press the button to access the [COLOR] menu. 3. To exit from the playback menu, press the MENU button.
4. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
Item Functional Description
Item Functional Description DELETE Delete one or all images you captured.
Refer to section in this manual titled “Deleting Images/Video Clips” for further details.
COLOR Refer to the “Camera Menu-In the P , , , or Mode” of menu options.
SLIDE SHOW You can play back recorded images in order with a selected interval time.
This function is useful for checking your images or for presentations, etc.
SLIDE
SHOW Refer to the section in this manual titled “Slideshow Display” for further details.
* 3 SEC. / 5 SEC. / 10 SEC.
PROTECT Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.
Refer to section in this manual titled “Protecting images/Video clips” for further
details.

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 Item Functional Description Setup Menu
QUALITY Change to set the desired quality (compression rate) at which the image is captured. This feature allows you to set up the default settings by preference for using your camera.
CHANGE * FINE BASIC
BASIC CUSTOM CUSTOM BASIC CUSTOM
LOUDER 1 RESET NUMBER DATE & TIME Y/M/D

T
USB PC
* NORMAL Y/M/D
NTSC
POWER OFF 3 MIN. DATE IMPRINT ON PAL TV NTSC

ON FORMAT LANGUAGE ENGLISH

* ECONOMY DIGITAL ZOOM

SET TO DEFAULT QUICK

VIEW QUICK VIEW OFF LCD BRIGHTNESS
RESIZE Changes the size of a recorded image. SET : 5/8 SET : 1/5 SET : 5/5

* 2560x1920
R 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on.
* 2048x1536
2. Press or to select the [BASIC] / [CUSTOM] menu.
* 1280x960 3. Use S or T to select the desired option item, then press the button.
* 640x480 4. To exit from the setup menu, rotate the mode dial to other desired mode again.
DPOF Allows you to select the desired pictures to be printed and set the number of prints
and date displayed in DPOF format. You can print images easily just by inserting the „ BASIC settings
DPOF
memory card to a DPOF-compatible printer or a print shop. Refer to the section in this Item Functional Description
manual titled “Setting the DPOF” for further details.
BEEPER This sets whether or not to mute the startup sound and the camera sound each
COPY TO Allows you to copy your files from the digital camera’s internal memory to a time you press the camera button.
CARD memory card. Of course, you can only do this if you have a memory card installed * LOUDER / SOFT / OFF
and some files in internal memory. POWER OFF If no operation is performed for a specific period of time, the power to the camera
COPY
* YES / NO
is automatically turned off. This feature is useful to reduce battery wear.
* 2 MIN. / 3 MIN. / 5 MIN. / OFF
DIGITAL ZOOM This sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of photography.
* ON / OFF

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 Item Functional Description „ CUSTOM settings

SET TO Returns all basic settings to the digital camera’s default settings. The time Item Functional Description
DEFAULT setting will not be reset. DATE & TIME This sets the date and the time.

D * YES / NO Refer to the section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details.
Y/M/D * Y/M/D
RESET Set whether or not to reset the file number when you take photographs. This * D/M/Y
NUMBER creates a new folder. The captured images are recorded to the newly created * M/D/Y
1 folder from number 0001. If you want to reset the file number, be sure that no
images are recorded in the internal memory or the SD memory card. TV Sets video output system of the video equipment that you are going to connect
* YES / NO NTSC to the camera.
PAL
* PAL / NTSC
DATE IMPRINT The date of recording can be printed directly on the still images. This function
DATE must be activated before the image is captured. LANGUAGE Sets the language that is displayed on the LCD monitor.
* ON / OFF Refer to the section in this manual titled “Choosing the Screen Language” for
FORMAT Erases all images and reformats the SD card loaded in your camera. Protected further details.
images are also erased. SD card cannot be formatted if it is write-protected.
Refer to the section in this manual titled “Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal
LCD This sets the brightness of the LCD monitor.
Memory” for further details.
* YES / NO BRIGHTNESS The adjustment range is from -5 to +5.
QUICK VIEW Set to display a photographed image on LCD monitor immediately after you
QUICK have taken the shot.
VIEW
* ON / OFF USB Select to choose one of the following modes for further settings.
* PC / PICTBRIDGE / PC CAM.

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 CONNECTING THE DIGITAL CAMERA TO OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
DEVICES Item
Image Sensor
Description
CCD
Effective pixels 5.0 Megapixels
Image size Still image: 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480
Video clip: 320 x 240
Image quality Still image: Fine, Normal, Economy
Movie image: Economy
Recording media 12MB internal memory
SD memory card (up to 512MB)
File format Motion JPEG (AVI); PictBridge support;
PC-CAM support (QVGA around 20f/s)
Lens F-no.: Wide: 2.8 / Tele: 4.8
Focal length: 5.4mm-16.2mm (Equivalent to 35mm Camera: 32~98mm)
Focus range Normal: 50cm - infinity
Macro: 6cm - infinity (Wide)
35cm - infinity (Tele)
LCD monitor 2.0” LTPS color LCD
High-resolution 130K pixels display
Self-timer 10 sec delay, 2 sec delay, 10+2 sec delay
Exposure compensation -2.0EV~ +2.0EV (in 0.3EV increments)
White balance Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Sunset, Tungsten, Fluorescent
ISO Auto, 50, 100, 200
Interface DC-IN jack, USB connector, A/V terminal
Power 2 x AA Alkaline or Ni-MH batteries
AC-DC Adapter (3V/2.5A)
Dimension Approx. 91 x 61 x 27 mm
Weight Approx. 130g (without batteries and the SD memory card)
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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 APPENDIX CARE AND STORAGE
„ Troubleshooting Guide Read this section in its entirety to get the best results from your camera. With proper care, your camera
will provide years of service.
Symptom Possible causes Solutions / Corrective Actions
Power does not * The battery has run out. * Load new or fully charged battery. Camera care
turn on. * The battery is not oriented correctly. * Load the battery in the correct direction. „ Do not subject the camera to shock or impact.
* The battery cover is not closed properly. * Close the battery cover correctly. „ Turn off the camera when transporting.
* The AC power adapter (optional) * Properly connect the AC power „ This camera is neither waterproof nor splashproof. Inserting or removing batteries or the memory
is disconnected. adapter. 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,
Camera suddenly * The function of POWER OFF in the mode * Set the option of POWER OFF to OFF.
dust, or salt can damage the camera.
powers down. has been activated.
* Turn the power back on or charge the
„ Do not leave the camera under direct sunlight. Do not point the lens directly at the sun; the CCD may
* The battery has run out.
battery.
be damaged.

Image is not captured * The camera is in the mode. * Rotate the mode dial to , P, , Storage
when the shutter , or . „ Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from dust and chemicals. For long periods of disuse,
button is pressed. * Memory is full. * Transfer the desired files to your store the camera in an airtight container with a silica-gel drying agent.
computer and then delete unnecessary „ Remove the batteries and memory card from the camera when not in use for extended periods.
files, or use a different memory card. „ Do not store the camera in an area with naphthalene or mothballs.
Flash does not fire. * NO FLASH is selected in flash mode. * Select a different flash mode. „ During long periods of storage, operate the camera occasionally. When taking the camera out of
* The camera is in BURST/AEB/ (Video) * Select [SINGLE] in the capture mode. storage, check that the camera is functioning properly before using.
mode.
Continuous shooting Cleaning
* The capacity of the built-in memory or * Insert a new SD memory card.
is not possible. „ If the camera or the outside of the lens is dirty, gently wipe it with a soft, clean, dry cloth. If the camera
SD memory card is full.
or lens comes in contact with sand, gently blow away loose particles. Wiping may scratch the surface.
Cannot transfer files * USB cable is not connected securely. * Check all connections.
„ To clean the lens surface, first blow away any dust or sand, then gently wipe the lens with a cloth or
over a USB connection. * USB driver is not installed. * Install the USB driver on your computer.
tissue designed for optics. Use lens cleaning fluid if necessary.
* Camera is turned off. * Turn on the camera.
„ Never use organic solvents to clean the camera.
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 LCD monitor care Memory cards
„ The LCD monitor is manufactured using high-precision technology and more than 99.99% of the The following may cause data loss or damage:
pixels operate properly. Less than 0.01% of the monitor pixels are displayed as color or bright points; „ Improper use of the card.
this is not monitor defect and does not affect the recorded image. „ Bending, dropping, or subjecting the card to impact.
„ Do not apply pressure to the surface of the LCD monitor; it may be permanently damaged. „ Heat, moisture, and direct sunlight.
„ In cold temperatures, the LCD monitor may become temporarily dark. When the camera warms up, the „ Static electrical discharge or electromagnetic fields near the card.
display will function normally. „ Removing the card or interrupting the power supply while the camera or a computer is accessing the
„ If fingerprints are on the LCD monitor surface, gently wipe with a soft, clean, dry cloth. card (reading, writing, formatting, etc.).
„ Touching the electrical contacts of the card with your fingers or metal objects.
Batteries „ Using the card beyond its life. Purchasing a new card periodically may be necessary.
„ 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 Konica Minolta has no responsibility for any loss or damage to data.
they warm up.
„ In cold environments, the use of Ni-MH batteries is recommended over alkaline batteries for better Before important events and journeys
performance. „ Check the camera’s operation; take test pictures and purchase spare batteries.
„ If batteries have been exhausted when used in the camera, do not reload them even if their charge „ Konica Minolta has no responsibility for any damage or loss incurred by equipment malfunction.
seems to recover over time. These batteries will interfere with normal camera operation.
Copyright
Operating temperatures and conditions „ TV program, films, video tapes, photographs, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
„ Never leave the camera exposed to extreme high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun, recording or duplication of such material may be contrary to copyright laws. Taking pictures or images
or to extreme humidity. of performances, exhibitions, etc., is prohibited without approval and can infringe on copyright.
„ When taking the camera from a cold to a warm environment, place it in a sealed plastic bag to prevent Images protected by copyright can only be used under the provisions within the copyright laws.
condensation from forming. Allow the camera to come to room temperature before removing it from
the bag. Questions and service
„ 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.

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