User Manual 45553

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VPC-S60EX
VPC-S60
Digital Camera
Important note
This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-S60EX and VPC-S60.
Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera.

Make sure to read and understand the separate booklet “SAFETY MANUAL”.
Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference.
Warning
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
kFOR AMERICAN USERS

The following advisory is included in accordance with the laws of the State of
California (USA):
WARNING:
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
i 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:
h Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
h Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
h Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
h Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
i Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Model number: VPC-S60
Trade Name: SANYO
Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY
Address: 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311
Telephone No.: (818) 998-7322
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation.
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kFOR CANADIAN USERS
i This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
kFOR EU USERS
Note:
iThis symbol mark and recycle system apply only to EU
countries and do not apply to countries in other areas of
the world.
Your SANYO product is designed and manufactured with

high quality materials and components which can be
recycled and reused.
This symbol means that electrical and electronic
equipment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of
separately from your household waste.
Please dispose of this equipment at your local community
waste collection/recycling centre.
In the European Union there are separate collection
systems for used electrical and electronic products.
Please help us to conserve the environment we live in!
kSymbols used in this manual

HINT Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay
attention to.
CAUTION Points that require special attention.
(page xx) Refer to the page indicated for detailed information.
You may find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera

operation in the sections “COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS” (page 111)
and “TROUBLESHOOTING” (page 117).
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GETTING UP AND RUNNING
Install the battery
1 Open the battery/card cover, and insert the batteries.

h The battery/card cover is located on the bottom of the camera.
Batteries
Battery/card cover
2 Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera on.

h The Shooting Screen appears.
ON/OFF button
180
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Shooting
kSingle shot (still Shutter button
image) photography
1 Press the [m] button.

h The screen to set the
shooting mode and self
timer appears.
2 Press the [m] button to select

the single shot mode, and
press the SET button.
h An icon in the upper left
area of the monitor indicates
the active shooting mode
setting.
c: Single shot mode
P: Sequential shots mode SET button
X: Video clip recording mode
[m] button
3 Press the shutter button.

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h The image is captured.
kVideo clip recording

the video clip recording
mode.
<Shooting mode>
h Recording begins.
h To stop recording, press the
shutter button again.
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Playback
kStill image playback Playback button [=]
SET button
1 Press the playback button [=].
h The display switches to the
Playback Screen.
h To view other images, press the
[l] or [m] button.
h If the playback button [=] is
pressed, the display returns to
the Shooting Screen.
kVideo clip playback

h The display switches to the
Playback Screen. [l] or [m] button
h Press the [l] or [m] button to
display the video clip you wish to
play back.
h Video clips are indicated by a
video clip pattern along the top
and bottom of the screen.
2 Press the SET button.

h Playback of the selected video
clip begins. Video clip pattern
h If the playback button [=] is <Video Clip Playback
pressed again, the display Screen>
changes to the Shooting Screen.
When you are finished taking pictures...

Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera off.
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QUICK SEARCH BY OPERATION
Your camera has an abundance of convenient features and functions. From
creating precisely the photo you want, to viewing images using various
techniques, you can locate the exact operation for your purposes in the
following table.
Convenient
Basic operation Additional functions
functions
Getting started Log the date and For more accurate
shooting time of your photos focus
• “Recording a video clip” • “DATE AND TIME • “FOCUS RANGE”
on page 40 SETTING” on page 19 (manual focus) on
• “Shooting single shots” Zoom in on the page 52
Shooting/recording
on page 31 subject Set the focus to a

• “SHOOTING • “USING THE ZOOM” narrow range
SEQUENTIAL SHOTS” on page 47 • “FOCUS AREA
on page 39 Close-up SETTING” on page 61
photography Check the focus
• “FOCUS RANGE” status
(macro mode) on • “Zoom jump playback”
page 52 on page 36
Optimize the photo quality
• “RESOLUTION/VIDEO CLIP SETTING” on page 58
Capture fast-moving subjects
• “USING THE SCENE FUNCTION” (sports mode) on page 44
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Convenient
functions
Shoot in dark conditions
• “EXPOSURE CORRECTION” on page 65
• “FLASH SETTING” on page 48
• “USING THE SCENE FUNCTION” (night view mode) on page 44
Increase the camera’s sensitivity
“ISO SENSITIVITY” on page 62
Photographing people
• “USING THE SCENE FUNCTION” (cosmetic mode/portrait mode/night view
mode) on page 44
Shooting/recording
• “FLASH SETTING” (red-eye reduction) on page 48

Photographing landscapes
• “USING THE SCENE FUNCTION” (landscape mode) on page 44
Take a self-photo
• “SELF-TIMER” on page 50
Make images lighter Adjust the camera’s
or darker sensitivity
• “EXPOSURE • “ISO SENSITIVITY” on
CORRECTION” on page 62
page 65
Change the color of Make white appear
the images natural
• “USING THE SCENE • “WHITE BALANCE” on
FUNCTION” page 63
(monochrome/sepia)
on page 44
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Convenient
functions
Getting started
viewing images
• “Playing back the video
clip” on page 41
• “Viewing still images” Search for image Check the focus
on page 33 data status
Playback
• “9-image display • “Zoom jump playback”

playback” on page 34 on page 36
Magnify an image Change the angle of
• “Magnifying (zooming view
in) the image” on • “ROTATE IMAGE” on
page 35 page 70
Slideshow playback
• “SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK” on page 80
Adjust the monitor brightness
• “Adjust the monitor brightness” on page 29
Search for image data
Data managing/processing
• “9-image display playback” on page 34

Delete files Protect images from accidental erasure
• “Erasing files” on • “IMAGE PROTECT” on page 68
page 37 Format a card
• “INITIALIZING THE CARD MEMORY AND
INTERNAL MEMORY” on page 95
Specify the number of prints and date imprint
• “PRINT SETTINGS” on page 74
View the settings that were in effect when the image/audio data
was recorded
• “DISPLAYING IMAGE PROPERTIES (INFORMATION SCREEN)” on page 81
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CONTENTS
QUICK SEARCH BY OPERATION ........................................................1
CONTENTS ............................................................................................4
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES ......................................7
GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA ..................................9
SYSTEM MAP ......................................................................................11
SETUP
PARTS NAMES ....................................................................................12
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES AND CARD ........................................14
TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF ..............................................17
DATE AND TIME SETTING .................................................................19
BASIC OPERATION
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES .............................................................22
CAPTURING AND PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES ...........................31
SHOOTING SEQUENTIAL SHOTS .....................................................39
VIDEO CLIP RECORDING AND PLAYBACK ......................................40
USING THE SCENE FUNCTION .........................................................44
USING THE ZOOM ..............................................................................47
FLASH SETTING ..................................................................................48
SELF-TIMER ........................................................................................50
FOCUS RANGE ...................................................................................52
SHOOTING
ACCESSING THE RECORDING MENU ..............................................54
TOUCH SENSOR (TOUCH FOCUS) SETTING ..................................57
RESOLUTION/VIDEO CLIP SETTING .................................................58
FOCUS AREA SETTING ......................................................................61
ISO SENSITIVITY .................................................................................62
WHITE BALANCE ................................................................................63
EXPOSURE CORRECTION .................................................................65
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CONTENTS
PLAYBACK
DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK MENU ................................................ 66
IMAGE PROTECT ............................................................................... 68
ROTATE IMAGE .................................................................................. 70
CHANGING IMAGE SIZE (RESIZE) .................................................... 71
COPY DATA ........................................................................................ 72
PRINT SETTINGS ............................................................................... 74
SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK ................................................................... 80
DISPLAYING IMAGE PROPERTIES (INFORMATION SCREEN) ...... 81
OPTION
DISPLAYING THE OPTION MENU ..................................................... 82
SOUNDS .............................................................................................. 85
POST-VIEW SETTING ........................................................................ 87
SCREEN LANGUAGE ......................................................................... 88
TV SYSTEM SETTING ........................................................................ 89
AUTO POWER OFF FUNCTION ......................................................... 90
FILE No. RESET FUNCTION .............................................................. 92
INITIALIZING THE CARD MEMORY AND INTERNAL MEMORY ...... 95
RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS ............................................. 97
CHECKING THE REMAINING INTERNAL MEMORY AND
CARD MEMORY ............................................................................. 98
CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY CHARGE ......................... 100
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OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING TO A TV .....................................................................102
DIRECT PRINTING ............................................................................103
APPENDICES
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ...................................................111
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................117
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................123
HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES .......................................................130
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
i Handstrap: 1 i SANYO Software Pack
(CD-ROM): 1
i AA alkaline batteries: 2 i Dedicated AV interface

(batteries made exclusively to cable: 1
be used as included
accessories)
i Dedicated USB interface cable: 1 i “SAFETY MANUAL”

(safety precautions booklet)
Please read this booklet
carefully before using the
digital camera.
i Quick Guide
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Attaching the handstrap
Media cards that can be used with this camera

The types of card that can be inserted into and used with this camera are:
i SD Memory Card
i Multi Media Card
What “card” means in this manual

i In this manual, SD Memory Cards and Multi Media Cards that can be used
in this digital camera are referred to as “card”.
i The cards in the illustrations in this manual are SD Memory Cards, but all
installation, removal, and formatting procedures are the same for both SD
Memory Cards and Multi Media Cards.
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GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA
It’s loaded with lots of functions that are possible only in a digital camera,
including a super-quick focus, an easy-to-understand guidance display on a
large screen, a more extensive scene function, and more.
You’ll never miss a photo opportunity, thanks to

the quick focus: Touch focus (see page 57)
Just touch the shutter button lightly, and the touch sensor automatically
focuses the image (touch focus).
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k Abundant scene functions
You can select from a variety of preset settings (aperture, shutter speed, etc.)
for specific shooting conditions.
AUTO
USE AUTO SETTINGS
k Speedy mode-switching
Switch the shooting mode from still images to video clips to sequential shots
with a single button operation.
VIDEO CLIP
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SYSTEM MAP
The included accessories can be used to connect your camera to a computer,
printer or TV. By connecting the camera to your computer, you can, for exam-
ple, copy your photos to the computer’s hard disk. You can connect it to a
printer for direct printing of your photos. Or take the card to a photo shop to
have your photos printed there.
Internet
Computer
Dedicated
USB interface
cable Printer
Dedicated AV
interface cable TV
DC adaptor AC adaptor
(sold separately) (optional)
i Card reader
i DPOF-
compatible
Separately sold or printer
commercially available i Photo shop
SD Memory Card/
Multi Media Card
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SETUP
PARTS NAMES
Front
Shutter button
Touch sensor indicator
ON/OFF button
Flash
Self-timer indicator
PC/AV terminal
cover
Lens
Mirror: Check the camera angle when

taking a picture of yourself.
Microphone
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PARTS NAMES
Rear
Illumination sensor
• Detects the ambient
brightness and Zoom switch [W]/[T]
automatically Strap holder
adjusts the
brightness of the
monitor accordingly.
Playback button [=]
[n] button
[m] button
SET button
SCENE button
Monitor [o] button

MENU button
[l] button
Bottom
Battery/card cover
Tripod stand hole
Speaker
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INSTALLING THE BATTERIES AND
CARD
Your camera has an internal memory, which means that you can take photos
even when no card is installed. By using a card, however, you will be able to
take many more photos.
The card can be used after it has been formatted with the camera (page 95).
1 Open the battery/card cover.

h While gently pressing the
Battery/card cover
battery/card cover, slide it open.
2 Insert the batteries.

h Make sure that the batteries’ Batteries
polarities (M and N) are
correct.
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INSTALLING THE BATTERIES AND CARD
3 Insert the card. Card

h Firmly insert the card until it [o] mark
clicks into place.
4 Close the battery/card cover.
When removing the card... 1 Open

h To remove the card, press it 2 Press and
down, and then release. The release
card will protrude slightly, and 3 Pull out
you can then pull it out.
Keep your finger on the card until it

is completely inserted or released.
i If you remove your finger too soon,
the card may spring out and
become lost or hit someone in the
eye.
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CAUTION
Be careful when removing the card.
i Do not attempt to forcibly remove the card.
i Never remove the card when the camera is connected to a computer or
printer, or when the self-timer indicator is flashing quickly. In doing so, you
risk losing the data stored in the card.
Manganese batteries cannot be used.
i Not only do manganese batteries have a short battery life, but there is the
danger of their overheating and causing damage to the digital camera.
Other batteries
i If you wish to use batteries other than the alkaline batteries (LR6), we
recommend the following.
h AA-size nickel metal hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries (SANYO
HR-3UTG) × 2
h AA-size Ni-Cd batteries (SANYO N-3UV) × 2
When installing the batteries, make sure that they are oriented correctly.
Do not open the battery/card cover when the camera is turned on.
i If the battery/card cover is opened while the power is on, important data
may be lost. Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses
that result from failure to comply with this warning.
HINT
Shooting without a card installed
i When a card is installed, images are recorded to and played back from the
card. When no card is installed, images are recorded to and played back
from the camera’s internal memory. When the camera is turned on with no
card installed, the internal memory icon is shown on the monitor to let
you know that the images you capture will be saved to the camera’s
internal memory.
About the internal backup battery
i This camera’s internal battery serves to maintain the date and time
settings, as well as the shooting settings. The backup battery will be fully
charged when the batteries are kept in the camera continuously for about 2
days. In the fully charged state, the backup battery will maintain the
camera settings for about 7 days.
When not using the camera for a long time, remove the batteries.
i A small amount of power is still used even if the camera is turned off, and it
is therefore recommended that the batteries be removed from the camera
if it is not going to be used for a long time. Note that when the batteries are
removed for a long period, the time and date settings may be cleared.
Before using your camera again, be sure to confirm that the camera
settings are correct.
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TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF
Turning on the camera
In the shooting mode
1 Press the ON/OFF button. ON/OFF button

h The camera turns on.
h The camera turns on in the
shooting mode that was active
before it was last turned off.
In the playback mode
1 Press the playback button [=] for

at least one second.
h The Playback Screen appears on
the monitor (pages 33 and 41).
Monitor
Playback button [=]
Turning off the camera
1 Press the ON/OFF button.

h The camera turns off.
<If the camera was turned on by pressing the playback button [=]>
h When the playback button [=] or ON/OFF button is pressed, the
camera turns off.
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About the auto power off function
In order to preserve battery power when, for example, the camera has
accidentally been left on, the camera is furnished with an “auto power off”
function by which the camera automatically turns off after a certain period of
inactivity (about 1 minute during shooting or about 3 minutes during playback
[factory default settings]).
i If the auto power save function has operated to turn the camera off, press
the ON/OFF button to turn it back on.
i You can change the setting for the time elapsed before the camera
automatically turns off (page 90).
i When the camera is connected to a computer or printer using the
dedicated USB connection cable, the auto power save function is disabled,
and the camera turns off after about 12 hours.
HINT
If the K icon appears...
i When a picture is taken, the date and time it was captured is recorded with
it. When the date and time cannot be recorded with the image because the
date and time have not yet been set (page 19), the K icon appears. To
have the date and time recorded with images, please make this setting
before capturing images.
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DATE AND TIME SETTING
The camera will record the date and time an image is captured so that you
can display them during playback. Therefore, before capturing images, make
sure the correct date and time are set.
Example: To set the clock to 7:30 p.m. on December 24, 2006
1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn the RECORDING MENU

camera on, and press the MENU
button. TOUCH SENSOR
h The Recording Menu appears RESOLUTION
(page 54). FOCUS METHOD
ISO
WHITE BALANCE
EXPOSURE
2 Press the [o] button to select the

OPTION MENU (1/2)
3 tab.
h The Option Menu appears. CLOCK SET
SOUND
3
POST VIEW 2 SEC
Press the [m] button to select LCD BRIGHTNESS
“CLOCK SET”, and press the SET LANGUAGE
button or the [m] button. TV SYSTEM NTSC
h The Clock Set Screen appears.
h The current date and time settings
are shown.
h Follow the procedures below to CLOCK SET
enable or disable the date display
during playback, to set the display 2006/03/01
format for the date, and to set the
date and time. Y/M/D
h To return to the Option Menu, press
the MENU button. OK
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4 Set the date and time.
CLOCK SET
1 Press the [m] button to select the
year indication.
2 Press the [n] or [o] button to
change the year indication.
h Repeat these steps to select the Y/M/D
month indication and day
indication, and set the date to OK
December 24, 2006.
3 Press the SET button or the [m]
button to select the time indication. CLOCK SET
change the time setting.
5 Press the [m] button to select the
Y/M/D indication. Y/M/D
change the displayed date order. OK
CLOCK SET
Y/M/D
OK
h Press the [n] button to change the displayed date order as follows:
year/month/day → month/day/year → day/month/year
h Press the [o] button to change it in the reverse order.
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DATE AND TIME SETTING

h The date and time setting is completed, and you are returned to the
Option Menu.
h The Option Menu is canceled when the MENU button is pressed.
HINT
i Under normal conditions, while the batteries are being replaced, an
internal battery will maintain the date and time settings. However, there is a
small chance the settings may be lost. (The backup will last for about 7
days.) It is recommended to check that the date and time settings are still
correct after replacing the batteries and before shooting or recording of any
type (follow steps 1 to 4).
To correct the date and time settings
i In step 4, select the indication that you want to change, and follow the
procedure to change the indication.
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BASIC OPERATION
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES

How to hold the camera
Hold the camera securely, keeping your elbows close to your body and
making sure the camera is stable.
Correct hold Incorrect hold
A finger is blocking the lens or flash.

Make sure that the lens and flash are not blocked by your fingers or the
handstrap.
HINT
i Images captured in the still image shooting mode can be rotated when
they are played back (page 70).
i When the optical zoom is used or when the autofocus is operating, the
image may appear to waver, but this is not a malfunction.
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About the touch sensor (touch focus)

With the touch sensor, the image is focused simply by a light finger-touch on
the shutter button (focus lock). With the subject in focus, just gently press the
shutter button to take the picture for a perfectly focused image.
At the same time, the touch sensor is temporarily deactivated whenever the
Recording Menu (page 54) is displayed, thereby facilitating operation of these
screens.
Furthermore, you can also deactivate the touch sensor so that the autofocus
operates only when you press the shutter button halfway (page 57).
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Using the autofocus
The autofocus will work in almost all situations; however, there are certain
conditions that may cause the autofocus function to not work properly. If the
autofocus function is not working properly, set the focus range to capture
images (page 52).
k Conditions that may cause incorrect focus

The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus
function may not work.
i Subjects with low contrast, very bright
subjects at the center of the image or
dark subjects or locations
Use the focus-lock function to lock the
focus on an object with contrast at the
same distance as the desired subject.
i Subjects without vertical lines

focus while framing the subject vertically,
then re-orient the camera to compose a
horizontally framed image.
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The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus
function may work, but not as desired.
i When both near and far objects are
present
focus on an object at the same distance as
the desired subject, then reposition the
camera to compose the picture.
i Fast-moving subjects
focus on an object at the same distance as
the desired subject, then reposition the
camera to compose the picture.
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Switching between the shooting mode and
playback mode
Switch between the shooting mode and the playback mode.
1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn ON/OFF button

the camera on. Playback button
[=]

h Each time the playback button is
pressed, the camera switches
between the shooting mode and
the playback mode.
180
<Shooting mode>
100-0001
HINT <Playback mode>

To turn the camera on in the playback
mode
i Press the playback button [=] for at least 1 second, and the camera will
turn on in the playback mode.
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How to switch the shooting mode

Your camera can capture single still photos (single shot shooting mode),
record video clips (video clip recording mode), and also capture a series of
still photos (sequential shots shooting mode).
1 Press the ON/OFF button to ON/OFF button

turn the camera on.
[m] button
2 Press the [m] button.

h The screen to set the
shooting mode and the self
timer appears.

the shooting mode.

SET button
h The selected shooting mode
is not set.
h An icon in the upper left area 180
of the monitor indicates the
active shooting mode setting.
<Shooting mode>
c:Single shot mode

X:Video clip recording mode
P:Sequential shots mode
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Switching the display mode
In the shooting mode, you can select the either the “settings display mode”
which allows you to confirm the shooting settings on the monitor while you
shoot, or the “normal display mode” in which the setting indications are turned
off, providing a full view of the subject.
1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn ON/OFF button

the camera on. SET button

h Each time the SET button is
pressed, the camera switches
between the settings display
mode and the normal display
mode.
180
<Settings display mode>
<Normal display mode>
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Adjust the monitor brightness

The brightness of the monitor is adjustable. Adjust the brightness to the
optimum readability in the ambient light.
1 Press the ON/OFF button to ON/OFF button

turn the camera on.
MENU button
2 Press the MENU button for at

least 1 second.
h The Monitor Brightness
Screen appears.
3 Press the [n] and [o] buttons

to adjust the brightness.
h When set to AUTO, the
illumination sensor (page 13)
detects the ambient
brightness and automatically
adjusts the brightness of the
monitor accordingly. [o] button
[n] button
h The monitor brightness is
set, and the Monitor
Brightness Screen is
canceled.
LCD BRIGHTNESS
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Hints for taking pictures
Muting the camera sounds
i The operation sounds that are generated, for example, when the shutter
button, MENU button or SET button is pressed, can be muted (page 85).
Where is the image data saved?

i All the image and sound data is recorded in the camera’s internal memory
or on the card installed in the camera.
i When a card is installed in the camera, the data is recorded on the card. If
no card is installed, the data is recorded in the camera’s internal memory.
Taking pictures in backlight conditions...

i When taking pictures with the light coming from behind the subject, due to
the characteristics of the CCD, light lines or ghost patterns (flare
phenomenon) may appear in the captured image. In this situation, it is
recommended that you avoid taking pictures with the subject lit from
behind.
Switching the guidance display ON/OFF

i Press the [l] button. Each time the [l] button is pressed, the guidance
display switches between ON and OFF.
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CAPTURING AND PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES
There are two modes for capturing still images. In the normal still image
mode, one image is captured each time the shutter button is pressed. In the
sequential shots mode, when you press the shutter button, several
successive images are captured. For more information about taking
sequential shots, please see page 39.
Shooting single shots
1 Set the camera to the single Shutter button

shot mode (page 27).
Touch sensor indicator
2 Rest your finger on the

shutter button.
h If the touch sensor
(page 57) has been set to
ON, when the shutter button
is touched, the touch sensor
indicator lights, the
autofocus operates and the
image is focused (focus
lock).
<If the touch sensor is set

to OFF>
h Engage the autofocus by
pressing the shutter button
halfway.
F2.8
1/30
Still image shooting icon

<Still Image Shooting Screen>
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3 Gently press the shutter button.
h Press the shutter button gently, taking care not to
move the camera.
h The image that was captured appears on the
monitor as long as the shutter button is kept
pressed (post view).
4 Release your finger from the shutter button.

h The captured image is recorded.
HINT Focus indicator

What is the camera focusing on? Target mark
i A target mark & on the monitor shows
the area the camera is focusing on.
i The camera automatically determines the
correct focus by measuring from 9
different focus points within the shooting
area. If the target mark is at a position
that is different from the point you wish to
focus on, you can refocus, for example, F2.8
by changing the shooting angle. 1/30
i The large target mark appears when
the camera focuses on a wide area in Shutter speed
the center of the screen. Aperture
About the focus indicator
i A green focus indicator appears when Motion alert icon
the subject is successfully focused, or a
red focus indicator when the camera
was not able to focus the subject.
The shutter speed and aperture are displayed
i When the camera focuses and the target
mark appears, at the same time, the
shutter speed and aperture settings are F2.8
also displayed. You can use them as a 1/15
reference when shooting.
If the motion alert icon appears...
i During still image shooting, if the shutter speed is slow and the possibility
that the image may be blurred due to camera shake becomes high, the
motion alert icon may appear on the monitor. In this case, use a tripod to
stabilize the camera when shooting, or set the flash operation mode to
automatic (page 48).
i When shooting with the scene function set to the fireworks ^ mode, the
motion alert icon always appears, but this is normal.
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Viewing still images

The steps for viewing both single shots and sequential shots are the same.

Playback button [=]
h If the playback button [=]
was pressed to turn the
camera on, however, press
the playback button [=] for
at least 1 second.
h The image most recently
captured appears on the
monitor.
6 View other images.

h Press the [l] or [m] button to
display the previous or next
image.
To display the previous
image:
Press [l].
To display the next image: 100-0001
Press [m].
h To return to Shooting Screen,
press the playback button
[=].
<If the camera was turned on
by pressing the playback
button [=]>
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[=] or ON/OFF button is
pressed, the camera turns off.
When you are finished viewing images...

i Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera off.
HINT
For still images with voice memo (page 46)...
i When the shutter button is pressed, the voice memo is played back.
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9-image display playback
1 Press the playback button Zoom switch

[=].
2 Press [W] ([P]) on the

zoom switch.
h The 9-image display
appears.
3 Select the image to play

back.
h Press the arrow buttons to
move the orange frame to
the desired image, and Arrow buttons
Instead of pressing the SET button
SET button, you can press
[T] ([]]) on the zoom Video
clip Orange frame
switch to show the image
full screen. Still image
100
0001 0002 0003
0004 0005 0006
0007 0008 0009
Image number
Folder number
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Magnifying (zooming in) the image
1 Display the image that you want to magnify.
2 Press [T] ([]]) on the zoom

switch.
h Magnification is enabled.
h The image is magnified, and the
central portion of image is MOVE
displayed. 100%
h Press the arrow buttons to view ZOOM I/O
different parts of the magnified PRESS SHUTTER TO SAVE
image.
To magnify:
Magnification increases with
each press of [T] ([]]) on the
zoom switch.
To return to normal size:
Magnification decreases with
each press of [W] ([P]) on the
zoom switch.
h Press the SET button to return to
the normal (100%) view.
HINT
The magnified portion of the image can be saved as a separate image.
i Press the shutter button. The magnified portion is saved as a new still
image.
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Zoom jump playback
You can magnify a portion of a still image to check the accuracy of the focus.
1 Display a still image to view Zoom switch

using zoom jump playback.

h The image is magnified.
h If the magnified view appears
to be in focus, then the
overall image will be in focus.
3 Press the arrow buttons to

move to the part you wish to
magnify, and press [T] ([]])
on the zoom switch.
h The displayed area is further SET button
magnified.
To magnify further: Arrow buttons
Magnification increases with
each press of [T] ([]]) on
the zoom switch.
To go back: Magnification 128%
decreases with each press of
[W] ([P]) on the zoom
switch.
h Press the SET button again
to return to the normal size MOVE
(100%) screen.
ZOOM I/O
PRESS SHUTTER TO SAVE
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Erasing files
You can erase files that are stored on the card if you no longer need them.
You can erase the files one at a time, or all at once.
1 To erase data from the card, perform the delete procedure with the
card installed in the camera. To erase data from the camera’s
internal memory, remove the card before performing the delete
procedure.
2 Set the camera to the playback

DELETE
mode, and press the [n] button.
h The Delete Screen appears.
DELETE ALL
DELETE ALL: DELETE SINGLE
Erases all the data.
DELETE SINGLE: EXIT
Erases one file at a time. OK
EXIT:
Returns to the Playback Menu.
3 Delete the files.

<To delete all the files>
1 Use the [l] and [m] buttons to view the images and check if it is OK
to delete all the files.
2 Press the [n] or [o] button to select DELETE ALL.
h The Delete Confirmation Screen appears. To erase the files, select
“YES”, and press the SET button. When the file delete is
completed, “NO IMAGE” is shown.
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<To delete one file>
1 Use the [l] and [m] buttons to display the file you wish to delete.
2 Press the [n] or [o] button to select DELETE SINGLE.
h The currently displayed file is deleted.
h To delete other files, repeat steps 1 to 3.
CAUTION
About protected images
i Files that are protected from accidental erase cannot be erased. To erase
protected files, set the protect setting for the file to off (page 68), and then
follow the file delete procedure.
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SHOOTING SEQUENTIAL SHOTS
When the shutter button is pressed, still images are captured in succession.
1 Set the camera to the sequential Sequential shots

shots mode (page 27). shooting icon
h If the resolution is set to k, the
setting changes automatically to
{.
2 Press the shutter button to start

shooting.
h Sequential shots shooting begins.
<Estimated maximum number of

sequential shots>
Resolution Max. no. of shots
D Approx. 4 shots
z Approx. 6 shots
t Approx. 12 shots
[ Approx. 79 shots
* The maximum number of
sequential shots will differ
depending on the subject.
h Note that if the shutter button is
released during shooting, shooting
stops immediately.
HINT
Limitations of sequential shots settings
i It is not possible to set the resolution to E.
i The following scene functions cannot be set.
\]^_ and a.
i Flash photography is not possible.
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VIDEO CLIP RECORDING AND PLAYBACK
Recording a video clip
1 Set the camera to the video

Shutter button
clip recording mode
(page 27).

h Video clip recording
begins. During recording,
the recording time is shown
on the monitor.
h It is not necessary to
continue pressing the
shutter button while
shooting.
3 End the recording.

h Press the shutter button
again to stop recording and
save the video clip. 00:45:00
Video clip shooting icon
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Playing back the video clip

Playback button [=]
4 Press the playback button
[=].
h If the playback button [=]
was pressed to turn the
camera on, however, press
the playback button [=] for
at least 1 second.
h The video clip just recorded
appears on the monitor.
h Video clips are indicated by
a video clip pattern along
the top and bottom of the
screen.
[o] button
h Video clip playback begins.
h To stop playback, press the
[o] button.
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Video clip pattern
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Outline of playback operation
To do this... Do this
Stop playback During playback, press the [o] button
During playback, press the SET button.
Pause
During accelerated playback, press the [n] button.
To extract a still image While playback is paused, press the shutter button.
To play back During forward While playback is paused, press the [m]
one image playback button.
at a time
(single- During reverse While playback is paused, press the [l]
frame step) playback button.
During forward While playback is paused, press and hold the
Slow playback [m] button.
playback During reverse While playback is paused, press and hold the
playback [l] button.
During forward playback, press the [m] button.
* The playback speed changes each time the
Forward [m] button is pressed, as follows:
playback Normal playback → 2x → 5x → 10x → 15x
Press the [l] button to resume normal
To playback speed.
accelerate
playback During forward playback, press the [l] button.
* The playback speed changes each time the
Reverse [l] button is pressed, as follows:
playback 15x ← 10x ← 5x
Press the [m] button to resume normal
playback speed.
Return to normal playback speed Press the SET button.
Louder: During playback, press [T] on the
zoom switch.
Adjusting the volume
Softer: During playback, press [W] on the
zoom switch.
When you are finished viewing video clips...

i Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera off.
CAUTION
If no audio is heard...
The audio is not played back when the video clip is played back in the frame-
by-frame, fast playback or reverse playback mode.
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CAUTION
The data for a video clip is very large.
i Therefore, be aware that if the video clip is uploaded to a computer to be
played back, the computer may not be able to play back the video fast
enough, making it appear jerky. (The video will always be displayed
properly on the monitor.)
If video clip recording stops even when there is card memory
remaining…
i Depending on the card you are using, recording may stop even if there is
remaining memory in the card.
i For video clip recording, it is recommended that a high-speed memory
card be used.
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USING THE SCENE FUNCTION
You can select from a variety of preset settings (aperture, shutter speed, etc.)
for specific shooting conditions.
1 Set the camera to the shooting

AUTO
mode (page 26), and press the
SCENE button.
h The screen to select the settings
suitable for the scene (shooting
conditions) appears.
USE AUTO SETTINGS
2 Use the arrow buttons to select the <Example: In the single

desired setting. shot mode>
<Features of each setting>

Shooting mode setting
Scene setting Features
c P X
X The camera makes the
m m m
Auto optimum settings.
Y Capture a split-second image
m m m
Sports of a fast-moving subject.
Enhance the three-
Z dimensional feel of the
m m m
Portrait subject by blurring the
background.
[ Capture the vivid colors of
m m m
Flowers flowers.
\ For beautiful shots of distant
m n m
Landscape scenery.
Photograph the subject while
]
keeping the background m n m
Night view
night scenery.
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USING THE SCENE FUNCTION
Shooting mode setting

Scene setting Features
c P X
^ For capturing fireworks at
m n m
Fireworks night.
_ Photograph in low-light
m n m
Lamp conditions
a
Shoot a still image and add a
Still image with m n n
voice memo.
sound
7 Skin tones are enhanced in
m m m
Cosmetic close-up shots.
8 Create black-and-white
m m m
Monochrome photos.
9
Create sepia-tone photos. m m m
Sepia
? Accentuates the outlines in
m m m
Sharpness the image.
> Accentuates the light and
m m m
Contrast dark areas in the image.
@ Accentuates the colors in the
m m m
Vivid image.
m: Available n: Not available

180
h This completes the scene select
setting.
h The display returns to the Shooting
Screen.
h The scene function setting is shown
on the monitor.
Scene function setting
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Capture a still image with a voice memo
With the still-image-plus-audio a scene function, you can add an audio
track (about 10 seconds maximum) to a captured still image. This audio track
is called a “voice memo”.
1 On the screen to select the scene function settings (page 44), select
a, and press the SET button.
2 Press the shutter button to take the picture, then speak into the
microphone.
h During recording, be careful not to obstruct the microphone with your
fingers, for example.
h The maximum recording time for a voice memo is about 10 seconds.
h To end the recording before 10 seconds has elapsed, press the
shutter button.
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USING THE ZOOM
Your camera has two zoom functions: optical zoom and digital zoom.
1 Set the camera to the shooting Zoom switch

mode (page 26), and point the
camera lens at the subject.
2 Press the zoom switch to

compose the desired image.
[T]: Zoom in on the subject.
[W]: Zoom out.
h When the zoom switch is
pressed, the zoom bar appears
on the monitor.
h When the optical zoom factor is
at maximum, zooming stops
Monitor
temporarily. When [T] on the
zoom switch is pressed again, Zoom bar
the mode changes to the digital
zoom mode and zooming Pointer
continues. When both optical
and digital zoom are
enabled
3 Take the picture. Optical zoom

Digital zoom (yellow)
When optical zoom
only is enabled
HINT
Can’t access the digital zoom?
i When the resolution is set to k, the digital zoom is not available in the
single-shot mode.
Can’t access the optical zoom?
i During video clip recording, only the digital zoom is available, and the
optical zoom cannot be used.
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FLASH SETTING
The flash is used not only for taking pictures where there is insufficient light,
but also when the subject is in shade or in backlight conditions. Your camera’s
flash has four modes of operation (automatic flash mode, forced flash mode,
flash off mode and red-eye reduction mode). Select the flash mode that is
appropriate for the surrounding conditions. The flash can be enabled only
when taking single-shot still images.
1 Set the camera to the single-shot [n] ([?]) button

shooting mode (page 27), and
press the [n] ([?]) button.
h The flash setting changes.
h The flash setting appears on the
monitor.
h The flash setting can also be
changed from the Recording
Menu (page 55).
No flash indication:
The camera will detect the
subject brightness and use the
flash only when required. In a
backlight situation, if only the
center of the image is very dark,
the flash will operate to
compensate (auto flash).
m: The flash will operate with every FLASH
image captured regardless of the AUTO
conditions. Use this setting
under backlight conditions, when
the subject is in shade, under
fluorescent lighting conditions,
etc. (forced flash). Flash mode icon
l: The flash will not operate even in dark situations. Use this setting
when capturing an image in a location where flash photography is
prohibited, or when shooting a night landscape scene (flash off).
J: The digital camera will detect the subject brightness and use the
flash only when required. At this time the flash will operate in a
manner that reduces the red reflection (“red-eye”) in the subject’s
eyes (red-eye reduction).
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FLASH SETTING
2 Press the [n] or [o] button to select the desired flash mode, and

h The picture is snapped and the flash operates according to the
selected mode.
HINT
In the automatic flash mode...
i In the automatic flash mode, when the subject is in focus, a k icon
appearing on the monitor indicates that the flash will operate.
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SELF-TIMER
Self-timer photography is available in the single-shot shooting mode.

mode (page 26), and press the [m]
button.
PHOTOGRAPH 1 IMAGE
2 Use the [n] and [o] buttons to select
the self-timer setting.
y: The image is captured about
2 seconds after the shutter button
is pressed. Self-timer menu
x: The image is captured about
10 seconds after the shutter button
is pressed.

h This completes the self-timer setting.
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SELF-TIMER
HINT
To pause or cancel the self-timer function...
i If the shutter button is pressed again before the shutter is released, the
self-timer countdown temporarily stops. Press the shutter button one more
time to restart the self-timer.
i To cancel self-timer photography, set the self-timer setting to off c.
i After the self-timer picture is snapped, the self-timer is automatically reset
to off.
When x is selected... Self-timer indicator

i When the shutter button is pressed,
the self-timer indicator flashes for
approximately 10 seconds, after
which shooting begins.
i About 3 seconds before shooting,
the self-timer indicator flashes
faster.
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FOCUS RANGE

mode (page 26), and press the [o]
button.
h The screen to set the focus range FOCUS
appears. AUTO
*: The camera automatically
focuses on the subject within a
range of 10 cm (3.94 in.) (Wide
end) or 40 cm (15.75 in.) (Tele
end) to infinity (autofocus).
+: You can focus on a subject within
a range of 5 cm (1.97 in.) (Wide
end) or 40 cm (15.75 in.) (Tele
end) to 70 cm (27.56 in.)
(macro).
-: The focus can be manually set to
any distance from 5 cm (1.97 in.)
to 8 m (26.25 ft), as well as to
infinity (manual focus).
2 Press the [n] or [o] button to select the desired focus range, and
h The specified focus range is set, and the camera returns to the
Shooting Screen.
HINT
i When the focus range is set to macro +, the zoom is set to the wide end.
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FOCUS RANGE
How to use the manual focus
1 Set the focus range to manual -

(page 52).

h The focus distance adjustment bar
appears.
3 Press the [l] or [m] button to adjust

the focus distance, and press the
SET button.
h The focus distance is set, and you FOCUS
are returned to the Shooting MANUAL
Screen.
HINT
About the focus range
i The focus distance indication shows the distance between the lens surface
and the subject.
i In some cases there may be a slight variance between the distance
(numerical figure) you set in the manual focus mode and the actual
distance. Use the monitor to confirm the focus and compose the photo.
About zoom movement when using the manual focus
i If the focus distance is set to 30 cm (11.81 in.) or less, the zoom changes
to the largest setting that is suitable for that focus distance.
i When the focus distance is set to 30 cm (11.81 in.) or less, the zoom will
function only within the range at which the image is focused.
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SHOOTING
ACCESSING THE RECORDING MENU

Detailed shooting settings are accessed from the Recording Menu.
1 Set the camera to a shooting

mode (page 27).
2 Press the MENU button.

h The Recording Menu
corresponding to the shooting
mode set in step 1 appears.
h The Recording Menu can be
canceled by pressing the MENU
button.
MENU button
RECORDING MENU
TOUCH SENSOR
RESOLUTION
FOCUS METHOD
ISO
WHITE BALANCE
EXPOSURE
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ACCESSING THE RECORDING MENU
Overview of the Recording Menu
RECORDING MENU
TOUCH SENSOR
RESOLUTION
FOCUS METHOD
ISO
WHITE BALANCE
EXPOSURE
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1 Touch sensor menu (page 57) 3 Focus mode menu (page 61)
#: Set the shutter button B: 9-point focus mode
touch sensor to ON. C: Spot focus mode
$: Set the shutter button 4 ISO sensitivity menu
touch sensor to OFF.
(page 62)
2 Resolution menu/video clip t: Sets the ISO sensitivity
mode menu (page 58) automatically (corresponds
<Single-shot/sequential shots to ISO50 to 200).
shooting mode> *: Corresponds to ISO50
k: Shoot at 3,680 × 2,760 u: Corresponds to ISO100
pixels (single-shot
v: Corresponds to ISO200
shooting mode only
w: Corresponds to ISO400
D: Shoot at 2,816 × 2,112
pixels 5 White balance menu (page 63)
z: Shoot at 2,288 × 1,712 >: The camera will determine
pixels the setting automatically.
t: Shoot at 1,600 × 1,200 r: For photography in fair
pixels weather (sunny) conditions
[: Shoot at 640 × 480 pixels o: In overcast conditions
<Video clip recording mode> p: Under fluorescent lighting
5: Shoot at 320 × 240 pixels q: Under incandescent
d: Shoot at 640 × 480 pixels lighting
<: Make an audio recording ]: For setting the most
(page 59) accurate white balance
6 Exposure correction icon
(page 65)
h Change the brightness of the
image.
i When you specify multiple functions that cannot be simultaneously

enabled, the function which was last set becomes the active setting, and
the other settings accordingly change automatically.
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TOUCH SENSOR (TOUCH FOCUS)
SETTING
The touch sensor function, by which the autofocus is activated by a finger-
touch on the shutter button, can be set to ON or OFF. When the touch sensor
function is set to OFF, the autofocus is activated when you press the shutter
button halfway; then gently press the shutter button to snap the picture.
1 Display the Recording Menu (page 54).
2 Select “TOUCH SENSOR” and

RECORDING MENU
h The sensor menu appears. TOUCH SENSOR
#: The touch sensor function is set to RESOLUTION
ON. FOCUS METHOD
ISO
$: The touch sensor function is set to WHITE BALANCE
OFF. EXPOSURE
3 Select the desired icon, and press the SET button.

h The selected touch sensor function is set.
CAUTION
i When the camera is attached to a tripod, the touch sensor sensibility may
be diminished. This happens because the touch sensor works by detecting
changes in the capacitance when the camera is touched with bare hands.
The touch sensor sensibility will also be diminished, for example, if you
hold the camera with gloved hands.
i When the camera is used near inverter-type fluorescent lights, the touch
sensor sensitivity may be diminished.
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RESOLUTION/VIDEO CLIP SETTING
By setting the image resolution (pixels) to a higher setting, image detail is
enhanced for a smoother, finer picture. However, the file size also becomes large
and uses more memory. Select the resolution setting that suits your purpose.
2 In the single shot or sequential RECORDING MENU

shots shooting mode select
[RESOLUTION], or in the video clip TOUCH SENSOR
recording mode select [VIDEO CLIP RESOLUTION
MODE], and press the SET button. FOCUS METHOD
h The resolution menu or video clip ISO
mode menu appears. WHITE BALANCE
EXPOSURE
<Single shot/sequential shots
shooting mode> <Example: Single shot
shooting mode>
k: Shoot image at 3,680 × 2,760
pixels (Single shot mode only)
D: Shoot image at 2,816 × 2,112
pixels
z: Shoot image at 2,288 × 1,712 pixels
t: Shoot image at 1,600 × 1,200 pixels
[: Shoot image at 640 × 480 pixels
<Video clip recording mode>
5: Shoot at 320 × 240 pixels.
d: Shoot at 640 × 480 pixels.
<: Make an audio recording (page 59)

h The selected resolution setting or video clip mode setting is set.
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RESOLUTION/VIDEO CLIP SETTING
Record and play back an audio file

In the video clip recording mode, your camera can make audio recordings.
k Record an audio file
1 Display PAGE 1 of the Recording

Menu for the video clip recording
mode (page 54).
2 Select the audio recording icon Remaining time

< from the video clip mode
menu, and press the SET button. 17:03:19

h The recording mode is enabled.

h Audio recording begins. It is not
necessary to continue pressing
the shutter button while recording.
h Take care not to cover the
microphone with your fingers.
5 End the recording.

h Press the shutter button again to
stop recording.
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k Playing back audio recordings
Listen to your audio recordings.
1 Display the desired audio data.

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h A musical note graphic appears on
the screen.
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2 Play back the recording.
To do this... Do this
Forward playback Press the SET button.
Stop playback During playback, press the [o] button
During playback, press the SET button.
Pause During fast forward or fast reverse, press the
[n] button.
During forward playback, press the [m] button.
* The speed changes each time the [m] button
Fast forward is pressed, as follows:
Normal playback → 2x → 5x → 10x → 15x
Press the [l] button to resume normal speed.
During forward playback, press the [l] button.
* The speed changes each time the [l] button
Fast reverse is pressed, as follows:
15x ← 10x ← 5x
Press the [m] button to resume normal speed.
Return to normal playback speed Press the SET button.
Louder: During playback, press [T] on the
zoom switch.
Adjusting the volume
Softer: During playback, press [W] on the
zoom switch.
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FOCUS AREA SETTING
You can choose from the following 2 types of autofocus (still image shooting
only):
9-point range finder focus: The correct focus is determined from 9 different
focus points within the shooting area visible on the
monitor. When the image is focused, a target
mark & appears.
Spot focus: The camera focuses on the subject in the center
of the monitor.
1 Display the Recording Menu RECORDING MENU

(page 54).
TOUCH SENSOR
RESOLUTION
2 Select “FOCUS METHOD” and FOCUS METHOD
press the SET button. ISO
h The focus mode menu appears. WHITE BALANCE
EXPOSURE
B: 9-point range finder focus is
selected.
C: Spot focus is selected.
h When the spot focus setting is 12

selected, the focus mark + appears
in the center of the monitor.
3 Select the desired icon, and press

the SET button.
h The focus area is set.
Focus mark
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ISO SENSITIVITY
With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to
the brightness of the subject. However, the ISO sensitivity can be set to a
fixed setting.
2 Select “ISO” and press the SET

RECORDING MENU
button.
h The ISO sensitivity menu appears. TOUCH SENSOR
t: Sets the ISO sensitivity RESOLUTION
FOCUS METHOD
automatically (equivalent to
ISO
ISO50 to 200 [video clip recording WHITE BALANCE
mode: ISO200 to 800]). EXPOSURE
*: Sets the sensitivity to ISO50
equivalent (video clip recording
mode: ISO200).
u: Sets the sensitivity to ISO100 equivalent (video clip recording
mode: ISO400).
v: Sets the sensitivity to ISO200 equivalent (video clip recording
mode: ISO800).
w: Sets the sensitivity to ISO400 equivalent (video clip recording
mode: ISO1,600).

h The ISO sensitivity is set.
HINT
i By setting a higher ISO sensitivity, you can set higher shutter speeds and
capture images in darker locations, but noise in the captured images may
increase.
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WHITE BALANCE
This camera automatically adjusts the white balance under most lighting
conditions. However, if you want to specify the lighting conditions or change
the overall tone of the image, the white balance can be manually set.
2 Select “WHITE BALANCE” and

RECORDING MENU
h The white balance menu appears. TOUCH SENSOR
>: The camera will make the white RESOLUTION
balance adjustment automatically FOCUS METHOD
ISO
based on the natural and artificial
WHITE BALANCE
light conditions. This is the setting EXPOSURE
used in the auto mode.
r: For shooting outside on a sunny
day.
o: For shooting outside on a cloudy day.
p: For shooting inside under fluorescent lighting.
q: For shooting inside under incandescent lighting.
]: For more accurate adjustment or when the light source cannot be
specified (one-push).
Setting procedure
1 Select the ] icon, fill the entire screen with a plain white
card (or piece of paper, etc.), and press the SET button.
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h This completes the white balance setting.
h Once the white balance setting is programmed for the ] icon, it is
retained even if another white balance setting (>, r, o, p, or
q) is selected. If you changed to another setting, whenever you
select the ] icon and press the SET button, the previously
programmed setting is recalled.
HINT
To cancel the white balance setting
i Perform step 1, select >, and then press the SET button.
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EXPOSURE CORRECTION
When capturing images, you can make the image lighter or darker.
1 Point the camera lens at the

[m] button
subject, and display the
Recording Menu (page 54). [n] button
2 Press the [m] and [o] buttons to

select “EXPOSURE” and press
the SET button.
h The screen to adjust the
exposure appears.

select the exposure numerical
value, and press the SET
button. [o] button
h The specified exposure is set,
and you are returned to the SET button
Recording Menu.
RECORDING MENU
EXPOSURE
HINT
i The exposure correction setting returns to ±0 after the camera is turned
off.
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PLAYBACK
PAGE 1 (BASIC SETTINGS)
DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK MENU

The Playback Menu is used to adjust your camera’s playback settings.
1 Press the playback button [=]. Playback button [=]

h The display changes to the
Playback Screen.

h The Playback Menu appears.
h The Playback Menu is canceled
when the MENU button is
pressed.
MENU button
PLAYBACK MENU
PROTECT
ROTATE
RESIZE
COPY FILE
PRINT SETTING
SLIDESHOW
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DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK MENU
Overview of the Playback Menu
PLAYBACK MENU
PROTECT
ROTATE
RESIZE
COPY FILE
PRINT SETTING
SLIDESHOW
1 [Protect] (page 68) 4 [Copy file] (page 72)

h Protect data from accidental 5 [Print setting] (page 74)
erasure (write protect). h Specify the print settings.
2 [Rotate image] (page 70) 6 [Slideshow] (page 80)
h Rotate still images. h Play back the images in a
3 [Resize] (page 71) slideshow format.
h Reduce the resolution of a still
image.
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IMAGE PROTECT
Prevent accidental erasure of data.
1 Display the data that you want to protect from accidental erasure,
and display the Playback Menu (page 66).
2 Select “PROTECT” and press the

SET button. Activate file protect?
h The screen to set the protect
setting appears.
YES
EXIT
OK
3 Select “YES” and press the SET

button. Cancel file protect?
h The protect mode is set for the
data.
h The protect mark B indicates that
the data is locked. YES
EXIT
OK
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IMAGE PROTECT
CAUTION
i Even if the protect mode is set for certain data files, they will be erased if
the card is reformatted (page 95).
HINT
To select a different image in steps 2 and 3...
i Press the [l] or [m] button.
To cancel the protect mode for an image...
i Display the desired data and repeat steps 1 to 3.
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ROTATE IMAGE
Captured still images can be rotated to the correct orientation for viewing.
1 Display the image you wish to rotate, and display the Playback Menu
(page 66).
2 Select “ROTATE” and press the

SET button. Rotate image?
h The screen to rotate the image
appears.
3 Select “YES” and press the SET

YES
EXIT
button. OK
h Each time the SET button is
pressed, the image is rotated
another 90 degrees.
HINT
i On the 9-image display playback, rotated images are shown in their
original orientation.
i An image for which the protect (locked) mode has been set cannot be
rotated.
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CHANGING IMAGE SIZE (RESIZE)
The size of a still image that has already been captured at a resolution of t
or more can be changed to 1,600 × 1,200 pixels or 640 × 480 pixels. The
resized image is saved as a separate image.
1 Display the still image whose size you want to change, and display
the Playback Menu (page 66).
2 Select “RESIZE” and press the SET

button. Change image resolution?
h The screen to change the still
image resolution appears. (1600x1200)
(640x480)
EXIT
OK
3 Select the new image size.

2M (1600 × 1200): The saved image will be 1,600 × 1,200 pixels.
0.3M (640 × 480): The saved image will be 640 × 480 pixels.
EXIT: Return to the Playback Menu.

h Resizing begins.
HINT
Why can’t the image be resized?
i An image can be resized only to a smaller (or the same) size, not to a
larger size.
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COPY DATA
Images recorded in the camera’s internal memory can be copied to the card,
and likewise from the card to the internal memory.
1 Insert the card in the camera (page 14).
2 Display the Playback Menu (page 66).
3 Select “FILE COPY” and press the

SET button. Copy file?
h The screen to copy files appears.
4 Select the copy direction.

INT MEM CARD
CARD INT MEM
INT MEM H CARD: OK
Copy image data from the internal
memory to the card.
CARD H INT MEM:
Copy image data from the card to the
internal memory.
* If no card is set in the camera, you

cannot copy data.
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COPY DATA

INT MEM CARD
h The screen to select the type of
copy appears.
h The copy source is shown in the COPY SINGLE
background on the screen. COPY ALL
COPY SINGLE:
EXIT
Copy the data for one image.
COPY ALL: OK
Copy all the data from the copy
source to the copy destination.
6 Select the desired type of copy.
<When selecting COPY SINGLE>

1 Press the [l] or [m] button to display the image you wish to copy.
2 Press the [n] or [o] button to select “COPY SINGLE”.
<When selecting COPY ALL>
1 Press the [n] or [o] button to select “COPY ALL”.

h The files are copied.
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PRINT SETTINGS
In addition to using your printer to print out still images captured with your
camera, as with conventional film, you can have prints made at shops offering
digital print services. Moreover, this camera is DPOF-compatible, so you can
use the camera to specify the number of prints, whether or not the date is
displayed on the print, and also to specify an index print.
Display the screen to set the print settings
2 Select “PRINT SETTING” and press

Specify the printing
the SET button. instructions?
h The screen to set the print settings
appears. EACH IMAGE
EACH IMAGE: ALL IMAGES
The print settings are specified for
ALL CLEAR
each individual image.
ALL IMAGES: OK
The specified print settings apply to
all the still images on the card.
ALL CLEAR:
Clear all the print settings.
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PRINT SETTINGS
HINT
About the DPOF format
i DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a print order format. You can connect
your camera to a DPOF-compatible printer to produce your prints. You can
also set the print settings (page 108) for the desired images, and then have
the reserved images printed automatically.
About the finished prints
i Images that have been rotated will be printed in their original orientation.
i The quality of the print output will differ depending on the print service and
printer used.
CAUTION
i It is not possible to set the print settings when there are 10,000 or more
files saved on the card.
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Specifying date imprinting and number of prints
You can specify print settings for each individual image (EACH IMAGE), or
apply the print settings to all the images on the card (ALL IMAGES).
1 Display the screen to set the print settings (page 74).
2 Select EACH IMAGE or ALL IMAGES.

instructions?
EACH IMAGE:
The set print settings are applied EACH IMAGE
only to the image currently ALL IMAGES
displayed.
ALL IMAGES: ALL CLEAR
The set print settings are applied to OK
all the still images on the card.

EACH IMAGE
h The Date/Copies Print Screen
appears.
h If “EACH IMAGE” was selected, DATE NO
press the [l] or [m] button to COPIES 0
display the desired image to print.
h The print settings for the currently EXIT
displayed image are shown in the OK
upper right area of the monitor. You
can press the [l] or [m] button to Print settings status
confirm the print settings for each
image.
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PRINT SETTINGS
4 Specify the number of prints and

whether the date is imprinted.
h Please specify the number of prints
before setting the date imprint
setting. The date imprint setting
cannot be set until the number of
prints has been entered.
<Specifying the number of prints>
EACH IMAGE
select “COPIES”.
2 Press the SET button. DATE NO
h The Print Number Screen COPIES 0
appears.
EXIT
specify the number of prints. OK
h Press the [n] or [o] button until
the desired number of prints is
displayed.
h You are returned to the Date/
Copies Print Screen.
<Specifying dated prints>
EACH IMAGE
select “DATE”.
2 Press the SET button. DATE NO
h The Print Date Screen appears. COPIES 1
EXIT
select the desired option.
YES:Print the date. OK
NO: Do not print the date.
h You are returned to the Date/
Copies Print Screen.
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5 Select EXIT, and press the SET
EACH IMAGE
button.
h You are returned to the display in
step 2. DATE YES
COPIES 1
EXIT
OK
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PRINT SETTINGS
Clearing all the print settings

Delete the print settings for all images.
1 Display the screen to set the print settings (page 74).
2 Select “ALL CLEAR”.

instructions?
EACH IMAGE
ALL IMAGES
ALL CLEAR
OK

h The Confirm All Clear Screen appears.
YES: Clear the print settings for all images.
NO: Cancel the clear procedure and return to the screen to set the
print settings.
4 Select “YES”, and press the SET button.

h All the print settings are cleared and you are returned to the screen to
set the print settings.
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SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK
2 Select “SLIDESHOW” and press the

Play files automatically
SET button.
h The screen to set the slideshow
appears. TIME 2SEC
TIME: Adjust the transition speed EFFECT
(the period that an image START
is displayed before it
changes to the next OK
image).
EFFECT: Select a transition effect
as an image changes to
the next image.
START: Begin slideshow playback.
<Changing the transition speed or transition effect>

1 Select “TIME” or “EFFECT”, press the SET button.
2 Press the [n] or [o] button to change the setting.
3 Select “START”, and press the SET button.

h Slideshow playback starts.
h To stop slideshow playback, press the SET button or MENU button.
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DISPLAYING IMAGE PROPERTIES (INFORMATION SCREEN)
On the Information Screen you can check what the settings were when an
image was captured.
1 Display the desired image.
2 Press and hold the MENU

INFO 100-0004
button for at least

1 second. 2816x2112
h The Information Screen 713KB
appears. F2.8
1/30
h If the MENU button is
0
pressed again, the
Information Screen is
canceled. <Still image playback>
1 Resolution setting
2 Resolution
INFO 100-0005
3 Scene function setting
4 Image number
5 Protect setting 320x240 15fps
6 Voice memo setting 4.8MB
7 File size 00:00:15
8 Aperture value 0
9 Shutter speed
0 Exposure correction
setting <Video clip playback>
A Video clip mode settings
B Resolution and frame
INFO 100-0006
rate
C File format
D Playback time
E Remaining battery power 158KB
00:00:20
<Audio file playback>
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OPTION
DISPLAYING THE OPTION MENU

The Option Menu is used to adjust various camera settings.
1 Display the Recording Menu or Playback Menu.

h Recording Menu, see page 54
h Playback Menu, see page 66
2 Press the [n] or [o] button to Option tab

select the option tab 3.
h The Option Menu appears. OPTION MENU (1/2)
CLOCK SET
SOUND
POST VIEW OFF
LCD BRIGHTNESS AUTO
LANGUAGE
TV SYSTEM
To exit the Option Menu

To return to the Shooting Screen or Playback Screen
→ Press the MENU button.
To return to the Recording Menu or the Playback Menu
→ With the option tab 3 selected, press the [n] or [o] button.
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DISPLAYING THE OPTION MENU
Overview of the Option Menu
OPTION MENU (1/2)
CLOCK SET
SOUND
POST VIEW OFF
LCD BRIGHTNESS AUTO
LANGUAGE
TV SYSTEM
AUTO POWER OFF

FILE NO. RESET
FORMAT
RESET SETTINGS
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1 [Date and time setting] 6 [TV system setting] (page 89)
(page 19) h Select the type of TV signal
h Set the camera’s internal that is output from the
clock. camera’s PC/AV terminal.
2 [Sounds] (page 85) 7 [Auto power off] (page 90)
h Adjust the sounds produced h Specify the time elapsed
by the camera. before the auto power off
3 [Post-view] (page 87) function operates to turn the
h Specify how long a still image camera off.
is displayed on the monitor 8 [File number reset] (page 92)
after it is captured. h Set the file number reset
4 [LCD brightness] (page 29) function to ON or OFF.
h Adjust the brightness of the 9 [Format] (page 95)
monitor. h Reformat the camera’s internal
5 [Screen language] (page 88) memory or the card installed in
h Select the language in which the camera.
the monitor messages are 0 Reset camera settings
displayed. (page 97)
h Reset the camera to the
factory-preset settings.
i Icons 7 through 0 are displayed when you press the [n] or [o] button to
scroll.
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SOUNDS
Set the sounds (SOUNDS) that are produced by the camera.
1 Display the Option Menu (page 82).
2 Select “SOUNDS” and press the SOUND

SET button. OPERATION VOL 3
h The screen to set the sounds TURN ON/OFF ON
appears. SHUTTER OFF
OPERATION VOL: KEY SW OFF
Volume setting for all camera buttons. AUDIO GUIDE OFF
TURN ON/OFF: PLAY VOLUME 3
Mute or enable the sound that is SET OK
produced when the camera is turned
on or off.
SHUTTER:
Select the sound that is produced
when the shutter button is pressed.
KEY SW:
Select the sound that is produced
when a camera button (SET button,
MENU button, etc.) is pressed.
AUDIO GUIDE:
Mute or enable the camera’s audio
help guide.
PLAY VOLUME:
Adjust the volume for playing back
video clips and audio files.
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3 Select the desired item, and press the SET button.
4 Press the [n] or [o] button to change the setting.

<If “TURN ON/OFF” or “AUDIO GUIDE” is selected>
h The respective screen to enable or disable the sound appears.
ON: Activates the sound.
OFF: Deactivates the sound.
<If “SHUTTER” or “KEY SW” is selected>
h The respective screen to select the sound appears.
h Select from 5 different sounds (A to E) and “OFF”.
h After selecting a sound, press the [m] button to preview it.
h If “OFF” is selected, no sound is produced.
<If “OPERATION VOL” or “PLAY VOLUME” is selected>
h The screen to select the volume setting appears.
h You can select a volume setting from 1 (minimum) to 5 (maximum).
h If “OFF” is selected, no sound is produced.

h The sound settings are completed.
h To return to the Option Menu, press the MENU button.
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POST-VIEW SETTING
Specify the duration that the captured image appears on the monitor (post-
view) after the shutter button is pressed.
2 Select “POST VIEW” and press the OPTION MENU (1/2)

SET button.
h The Post View Menu appears. CLOCK SET
1SEC: SOUND 1SEC
The post-view image is displayed POST VIEW 2SEC
for 1 second. LCD BRIGHTNESS OFF
2SEC: LANGUAGE
TV SYSTEM
The post-view image is displayed
for 2 seconds.
OFF:
The post-view image is not
displayed.
3 Select the desired setting, and press the SET button.

h This completes the post-view setting.
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SCREEN LANGUAGE
You can set the monitor of your camera to display the messages in any one of
several languages.
2 Select “LANGUAGE” and press the

LANGUAGE
SET button.
h The screen to select the display
language appears.
DEUTSCH: German
ENGLISH: English
ESPAÑOL: Spanish
FRANCAIS: French OK
ITALIANO: Italian
NEDERLANDS:Dutch
: Russian
: Japanese
: Korean
: Chinese (traditional)
: Chinese (simplified)
3 Select the desired language, and press the SET button.

h The selected display language is set.
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TV SYSTEM SETTING
Specify the type of image signal that is output from your camera’s PC/AV
terminal.
2 Select “TV SYSTEM” and press the OPTION MENU (1/2)

SET button.
h The TV System Menu appears. CLOCK SET
NTSC: SOUND
Outputs NTSC video signals. POST VIEW
PAL: LCD BRIGHTNESS
Outputs PAL video signals. LANGUAGE
TV SYSTEM
3 Select the desired setting, and

h The selected TV system is set.
HINT
If no image appears on the TV...
i If the TV system setting is not correct for the connected equipment, no
image will appear on the TV.
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AUTO POWER OFF FUNCTION
Your camera has an “auto power off” function whereby the power
automatically turns off after a specified period of inactivity. The auto power off
function works to conserve the battery power when the camera is not being
used, or to prevent the batteries from dying if the camera has accidentally
been left on. You can specify the elapsed time (standby time) before the auto
power off function operates to turn the camera off.
2 Select AUTO POWER OFF and

AUTO POWER OFF
h The screen to set the standby time
appears. RECORDING 1 min
RECORDING: PLAYBACK 3 min
Set the standby time for the
shooting mode.
PLAYBACK: OK
Set the standby time for the
playback mode.
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AUTO POWER OFF FUNCTION
3 Select the desired option, and press

AUTO POWER OFF
the SET button.
h The Standby Time Menu appears. 1 min
RECORDING 3 min
5 min
4 Press the [n] or [o] button to select
PLAYBACK 10 min
the standby time.
OK
5 Press the SET button. <Example: When
h The auto power off function is set. “RECORDING” is selected>
h To return to the Option Menu, press
the [l] button.
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FILE No. RESET FUNCTION
If a newly formatted (page 95) card is used, the file name (image number) of
the captured image automatically begins from 0001. If the card is
subsequently reformatted, or if a different reformatted card is used, the file
names again begin from 0001. This is because the file number reset function
is set to “ON”, and consequently it results in more than one card containing
images with the same numbers. By setting the file number reset function to
“OFF”, even if the card is reformatted or the card is replaced with another
card, the consecutive numbering of file names continues from the last number
recorded by the camera.
<File number reset function “ON”>

File name (image number)
Card A 0001, 0002 ......0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B 0001, 0002 ......0012, 0013

<File number reset function “OFF”>
File name (image number)
Card A 0001, 0002 ......0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B 0014, 0015 ....... 0025, 0026
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FILE No. RESET FUNCTION
i If Card B already has image data in it when it replaces Card A, file names
are assigned as follows.
When the highest image number on Card B (before replacing) is

lower than the highest image number on Card A: the file name of the
next recorded image continues from last file name recorded on Card A.
Card A 0001, 0002 ...... 0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B 0001, 0002, 0014, 0015 ...... 0025, 0026

Previously recorded images
When the highest image number on Card B (before replacing) is
higher than the highest image number on Card A: the file name of the
next recorded image continues from last file name recorded on Card B.
Card A 0001, 0002 ...... 0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B 0020, 0021, 0022, 0023 ...... 0025, 0026

Previously recorded images
HINT
What about the internal memory?
i The file number reset function works the same for the internal memory.
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2 Select “FILE NO. RESET” and press

OPTION MENU (2/2)
the SET button.
h The File Number Reset Menu AUTO POWER OFF
appears. FILE NO. RESET ON
ON: FORMAT OFF
The file number reset function is “ON”. RESET SETTINGS
OFF:
The file number reset function is
“OFF”.
3 Select “OFF”, and press the SET button.

h The file number reset function was set to OFF.
HINT
i Until the file number reset function is turned “ON”, consecutive file names
are assigned. It is recommended that the file number reset function be
returned to “ON” at the end of each photography session.
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INITIALIZING THE CARD MEMORY AND INTERNAL MEMORY
A card must be formatted with this camera:
i After purchasing, when used for the first time, or
i If it was formatted using a personal computer or another digital camera.
The card cannot be reformatted if the lock switch is set to the “LOCK”
position. Proceed with the reformat procedure after setting the lock switch to
the unlocked position.
1 To reformat a card, install it in the camera. To reformat the camera’s

internal memory, remove the card from the camera.
3 Select “FORMAT” and press the

SET button. FORMAT ( CARD)
<Card format>
h The screen to select the type of
format appears. FORMAT
h Follow steps 4 to 6.
FULL FORMAT
FORMAT:
A normal formatting is executed. OK
FULL FORMAT:
The entire card is scanned and <With card installed>
reformatted. It is not possible to
select this when there is no card Format the internal memory?
installed, or when the remaining
battery charge is low.
<Internal memory format>
h The screen to begin formatting
appears. YES
h Follow steps 5 and 6. NO
OK
<No card installed>
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4 Select the desired format option, and press the SET button.
h The Confirm Format Screen appears.
5 Select “YES”.

h Formatting begins.
h During formatting, “FORMATTING” and “DO NOT POWER OFF” are
shown on the monitor.
CAUTION
Caution during reformatting
i Please do not turn off the camera or insert/remove the card while the card
is being formatted.
Reformatting erases the data

i When the card or internal memory is initialized, all the recorded data is
erased. Protected data is also erased, so before reformatting a card, any
data you want to keep should be copied to your personal computer’s hard
disk or other storage medium.
Caution regarding disposing/transferring the card (recovering data from

a reformatted card)
i If a card is reformatted or the data is erased from the card using the
camera or a computer, the card’s control data may be merely modified and
the data itself may not be completely erased from the card.
i In some cases it may be possible to recover the data from a reformatted
card using special software for that purpose. However, if the camera is
used to execute a full format, it will be impossible to recover the data even
by the use of data recovery software.
i If you are disposing of a card, it is recommended that you physically
destroy it. If you are transferring the card to someone else to use, it is
recommended that you use the camera’s full format function to reformat
the card, or use commercially available software for erasing card data.
Managing data is the responsibility of the user.
HINT
To cancel reformatting
i In step 5, select “NO”, and press the SET button.
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RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS
Reset the camera to the factory-preset settings.
2 Select “RESET SETTINGS” and OPTION MENU (2/2)

h The Reset Settings Menu appears. AUTO POWER OFF
YES: FILE NO. RESET
Reset to the factory-preset settings. FORMAT
RESET SETTINGS YES
NO: NO
Do not change the settings, and
return to the Option Menu.
3 Select “YES”, and press the SET

button.
h The camera settings are reset to
the factory-preset settings.
HINT
i Note that the following settings do not change with this procedure:
Date and time setting
Language setting
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CHECKING THE REMAINING INTERNAL
MEMORY AND CARD MEMORY
You can check the possible number of images, audio recording time and
video clip recording time remaining on the card. For a table showing the
maximum number of images and recording time for the internal memory and
for a specific card, please see “Possible Number of Images/Video Recording
Time/Audio Recording Time” on page 128.
1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn the Remaining number of images

camera on.
<To check the remaining number of

still images>
Set the shooting mode to the single
shot or sequential shots shooting
mode (page 27).
<To check the remaining video clip
recording time>
Set the shooting mode to the video
clip recording mode (page 27). <Still Image Shooting Screen>
h The remaining recording time is
Remaining recording time
shown on the monitor.
h The remaining number of images
and video recording time will differ
depending on the resolution setting.
<Video Clip Recording Screen>
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CHECKING THE REMAINING INTERNAL MEMORY
AND CARD MEMORY
For audio data
1 Set the camera to the audio Remaining time

recording mode (page 59).
h The remaining audio recording time
is shown.
HINT
i When the remaining number of images or the remaining video recording
time is “0”, you cannot capture any more images. To capture more images,
either install a new card, or save the images to a computer and then erase
them (page 37) from the card.
i When the remaining number of images or the remaining video recording
time is “0”, it may be possible to capture a few more images by changing
the resolution setting or video clip mode setting (page 58).
i The maximum number of images is 9,999, and the maximum video/audio
recording time is 99:59:59. Note that if a large-capacity card is used, the
remaining number of images or recording time may not be correctly
displayed.
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CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY CHARGE
When using batteries, the remaining battery charge can be checked on the
monitor. Make sure to check this indicator before capturing an image. For an
indication of the possible length of time for battery operation, see page 127.
1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn the

camera on.
h The battery remaining charge
indicator appears in the lower right
corner of the monitor.
h Due to the battery characteristics,
when the ambient temperature is
low, may appear early for an
incorrect indication of the remaining
charge. Battery remaining
Also, depending on the conditions charge indicator
of use of the camera or the ambient
conditions (temperature, etc.), the
indicated remaining charge may
change. Therefore, this indication
can only be used as a general
approximation of the remaining
charge.
Battery
remaining Battery remaining charge
charge indicator
Approx. full.
(This indicator appears only in certain
operation modes.)
Power is low.
It will soon be impossible to capture or play
back images.
If this icon flashes when the shutter button
is pressed, images cannot be captured.
Replace the batteries.
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CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY CHARGE
HINT
i If any data is present, you can also check the remaining battery charge on
the Information Screen (page 81).
i Battery life may differ even among batteries of the same type.
i Depending on the usage of the camera (such as the number of times the
flash is used, etc.) or the ambient temperature (temperatures below 10°C
[50°F]) the number of images that can be saved on fully charged batteries
will vary greatly.
i It is recommended that you prepare extra batteries when taking pictures at
a wedding or while traveling, for example, so you don’t miss capturing
images of important moments due to the battery power running out. The
same is recommended for taking photos in cold environments. (In a ski
area, for example, the batteries can be kept warm in your pocket until
ready to use.)
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OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING TO A TV
Connect the supplied AV interface cable from the PC/AV terminal on the
digital camera to the AUDIO and VIDEO input terminals on the TV.
Open
PC /AV
PC/AV terminal
To the VIDEO input
terminal
Yellow plug
To the PC/AV
White plug terminal
To the AUDIO input
terminal Supplied dedicated
AV interface cable
Switch input to VIDEO
Playback
i After connecting the digital camera to the television, set the TV input switch
to VIDEO input.
i When an AV interface cable is connected, no image appears on the
camera’s monitor.
i The playback method is the same as when viewing images on the
camera’s monitor.
i The same playback procedure as when playing back with the camera is
used to play back voice memos and audio recordings as well.
Voice memo playback: see page 33
Audio playback: see page 60
CAUTION
Insert and pull out the cable carefully
i When connecting the cables, make sure that the cable plugs are correctly
oriented and that they match the shapes of the terminal sockets on the
devices. Push the plugs in straight when connecting them. If undue force is
used to connect a cable, it may permanently damage the connector pins in
the terminal socket.
i Do not use excessive force when connecting and disconnecting cables.
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DIRECT PRINTING
Your camera supports the PictBridge function. By connecting the camera
directly to a PictBridge-enabled printer, the camera’s monitor can be used to
select images and initiate printing (PictBridge printing).
Print preparations
1 Insert the card containing the images you wish to print in the
camera.
2 Turn the printer on, use the supplied USB interface cable to connect
the camera to the printer, and turn the camera on.
h Connect the camera’s PC/AV terminal to the printer’s USB connector.
h The USB Connection Screen appears on the camera’s monitor.
USB CONNECTION
CARD READER
PictBridge
CANCEL
Open
To USB connector
PC /AV
on the printer
PC/AV
terminal
Supplied dedicated USB

interface cable
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3 Select “PictBridge”, and press the
Print this image?
SET button.
h The screen to select the images to
print appears.
COPIES 1
PRINT
PRINT
CAUTION
Caution when connecting a printer
i If the power to the printer is turned off while it is connected, the camera
may not operate correctly. If the camera does not operate correctly,
disconnect the USB interface cable, turn off the camera, and then
reconnect the cable.
i During PictBridge printing, the camera’s button operation response is
slower.
i If the camera is powered by batteries for printing, make sure that the
remaining battery charge is sufficient.
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DIRECT PRINTING
To select one image and print it (displayed image)

Procedure to select one still image and print it.
1 Complete the printing setup (page 103).
2 Press the [l] or [m] button.

Print this image?
h Specify the image to print.
COPIES 1
PRINT
PRINT
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3 Specify the number of prints.
Print this image?
1 Select “COPIES”, and press the
SET button.
specify the number of prints.
3 Press the SET button. COPIES 1
4 Select PRINT, and press the SET

OK
button.
h Printing begins.
HINT
To cancel printing
1 During printing, press the [o] button.
h The Confirm Cancel Printing Screen appears.
2 Select “YES”, and press the SET button.
h If “EXIT” is selected and the SET button is pressed, printing resumes.
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DIRECT PRINTING
To print all the images (all images)

Print all of the images.

PictBridge MENU
h The PictBridge Menu appears.
PRINT IMAGE
3
PRINT ALL IMAGES
Select PRINT ALL IMAGES, and DPOF
h The Print All Images Screen
appears.
4 Select “PRINT”, and press the SET

button. Print all images?
h Printing begins.
PRINT
EXIT
PRINT
CAUTION
Printing is not possible if there are more than 999 still images in the
card.
i Delete unwanted images before printing.
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To print the images that are set to print (print reserved images)
Procedure to print all the images that are set to print.
1 Make the print settings (page 74), and complete the printing setup
(page 103).

PictBridge MENU
h The PictBridge Menu appears.
PRINT IMAGE
PRINT ALL IMAGES
3 Select DPOF, and press the SET DPOF
button.
h The Print Scheduled Images
Screen appears.
4 Select “PRINT”, and press the SET

Print the DPOF images?
button.
h Printing begins.
h Printing begins about 1 minute after
the SET button is pressed.
PRINT
EXIT
PRINT
HINT
i In step 2, if you press the [l] or [m] button, you can confirm the images
that are set to print and their DPOF settings.
CAUTION
i Reserved images printing is not possible if a printer is used that does not
support your camera’s DPOF function.
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DIRECT PRINTING
To change the printer settings and print images

(change printer settings)
Images are printed according to settings specified by the camera, such as
paper type, size, layout, printing quality, etc.
2 Select the printer settings tab v,

PRINTER SETTINGS MENU
and press the SET button.
h The Printer Settings Menu appears. DATE STAMP PRINTER VALUE
DATE STAMP: MEDIA TYPE PRINTER VALUE
Print the date the photo was taken. PAPER SIZE PRINTER VALUE
MEDIA TYPE: LAYOUT PRINTER VALUE
QUALITY PRINTER VALUE
Specify the type of paper used for
printing.
PAPER SIZE:
Specify the size of paper used for Printer Settings tab
printing.
LAYOUT:
Specify how the images are to be
arranged on the paper.
QUALITY:
Select the print quality for the
images.
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3 Adjust the printer settings.
1 Use the arrow buttons to select a printer setting parameter, and
h The screen to set the selected parameter appears.
2 Press the [n] or [o] button to adjust the setting, and press the
SET button.
h The selected parameter is set, and you are returned to the Printer
Settings Menu.
h Follow the same procedure to adjust the other parameters, as
desired.
h The contents of the settings that can be made for each parameter
will differ depending on the printer.
<When “PRINTER VALUE” is selected>
h The images will be printed according to the settings specified on the
printer side.
4 Select “EXIT”, and press the SET button.

h You are returned to the Printing Mode Screen.
HINT
i The parameters that are displayed on the Printer Settings Menu will differ
depending on the printer that is connected.
i To use printer functions which do not appear on your camera’s Printer
Settings Menu, select “PRINTER VALUE”.
i If a function set by the camera is not available in the printer, the camera’s
printer settings will automatically change to “PRINTER VALUE”.
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APPENDICES
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If you have a question about the camera operation, you might find the answer
in this compilation of commonly asked questions.
Question Answer Action
Why doesn’t the Due to cold Place the camera in
power turn on? temperatures, the your pocket to warm
batteries it up before using it.
temporarily lost
their power.
Why are the The ambient Keep the batteries in
batteries temperature is an environment of
Power consumed so very low. 10 to 40°C (50 to
quickly? 104°F).
The battery life Replace with new
has expired. batteries.
Why does the The remaining Use the separately
icon battery power is sold AC adaptor, or
low. replace the batteries
appear?
with new ones.
Why doesn’t the You are wearing Remove the glove
touch sensor gloves. from the hand
work? pressing the shutter
button.
Shooting Why doesn’t the The camera has Not a malfunction.
flash operate? determined that Capture the image;
the image is bright the camera will
enough and the determine when the
flash is not flash is necessary.
necessary.
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Are the settings — All settings except
retained even the self-timer and
after the camera the exposure
is turned off? correction are
retained even after
the camera is turned
off.
Which resolution — Select the resolution
setting should I setting according to
use? the intended use:
kDz:
Appropriate for
printing letter-size or
larger, and for
printing a close-up
of part of a photo
(trimming).
t: For printing
standard photo
(photo service)
Shooting
sizes.
[: For photos
displayed on a web
page, or sent as e-
mail attachments.
What is the — Because shooting
difference with the optical
between the zoom uses the
digital zoom and optics of a physical
the optical zoom? lens, you can shoot
without losing
minute details in the
image. The digital
zoom, on the other
hand, works by
magnifying a portion
of the image that
hits the CCD sensor
and may produce a
coarser image.
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How can I get the — Set the scene
distant view into function to the
focus? landscape \
mode when
photographing.
Shooting
Or, set the focus
range setting to
manual focus -,
and set the distance
to ∞.
When used in Condition due to Not a malfunction.
cold weather, why the liquid crystals. Spots that appear in
does the image the monitor only
seem to leave appear in the
traces as it monitor and will not
moves? be recorded with the
Monitor Why does the images.
displayed image
contain some red,
blue and green
dots, or why are
black spots
visible?
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Why is the image The subject was When capturing an
too bright? too bright. image, devise a way
to compensate for a
bright subject, for
example, by
changing the
shooting angle.
Why is the image The focus is not Hold the camera
out of focus? locked properly. correctly, and when
the image is locked
in focus, gently
press the shutter
button all the way to
capture the image.
Why doesn’t the Zoom jump Not a malfunction.
zoom jump playback does not
playback work? work for an image
Viewing that was created
images from a magnified
portion of a zoom
jump image, or for
video clips.
Why is there no This may happen Play back images
image (z is when trying to that were recorded
shown)? play back images on a card using this
stored on a card camera.
from a different
digital camera.
Why do vertical If a bright subject Not a malfunction.
stripes appear? is shot in the
video clip
recording mode,
vertical stripes
may appear on
the monitor or in
the image.
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Why isn’t the Due to the Not a malfunction.
magnified image characteristics of
clear? the camera,
magnified images
appear less clear.
Why isn’t the The image was Not a malfunction.
captured image captured using Zoom in only within
Viewing clear? the digital zoom. the optical zoom
images range when
shooting.
Can I play back — We cannot
image data that I guarantee the
edited using my accurate playback of
computer? data that has been
edited using a
computer.
Why does a There is a Please refer to the
message appear problem with the instruction manual
Printing
during PictBridge printer. for your printer.
printing?
Why does the There is no more Erase unnecessary
“CARD FULL” or available memory data, or use a card
“INTERNAL on the card or in that has more
MEMORY FULL” the camera’s memory available.
Misc. message appear? internal memory.
Why does the The lock switch on Move the lock switch
“CARD IS the card is in the to the unlocked
PROTECTED” locked (protect) position.
message appear? position.
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Why can’t the A temporary Remove the AC
camera be internal circuitry adaptor and
operated? problem may be batteries from the
the cause. camera, wait a few
minutes, then
reinstall the
batteries and try
again.
Can I use my — If you have
camera abroad? questions about
using the AC
adaptor and power
cord abroad, please
consult with a dealer
near you for advice.
Why does the A problem has Check the following
Misc. “SYSTEM occurred within items:
ERROR” the camera or 1 Remove the
message appear? card. card and then
install it again.
2 Remove the
batteries and
then install them
again.
3 Install a different
card.
If “SYSTEM
ERROR” still
appears after
performing the
above steps, then
take the camera to
the dealer for
service.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before taking your camera to the repair shop, check the following table for a
possible solution to the problem.
CAMERA
Reference
Problem Cause Action page
No power. The batteries Insert new
are dead. batteries.
The batteries Reinsert the
have not been batteries,
inserted making sure to
correctly. orient them 14
correctly.
Power
The battery/ Close the
card cover is battery/card
not completely cover
closed. completely.
The camera The power Not a
turns off by save function malfunction. 18
itself. is operating.
An image is The power is If the auto auto
not captured not turned on. power off
when the function was
shutter button activated, turn
is pressed. the camera on
before
Shooting 18
shooting.
If the camera
was turned off,
press the ON/
OFF button to
turn it on.
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Reference
An image is The maximum Install a new
14
not captured number of card.
when the shut- images that Erase the
ter button is can be cap- images that are
pressed. tured or the not necessary.
maximum Save the
video clip images to sep- 37, 95
recording time arate media,
has been then erase all
reached. the images
from the card.
The operation A finger is Remove your
buttons (arrow touching the finger from the
buttons, shutter button, shutter button,
—
MENU button, and the focus and then use
etc.) do not lock is active. the operation
work. buttons.
The flash does The flash off Set the flash to
Shooting
not operate. mode is automatic flash
48
selected. mode or forced
flash mode.
The batteries Insert new bat-
14
are dead. teries.
The digital The still image Set the still
zoom does not mode is set to image mode
work. k. resolution set- 58
ting to D or
lower.
A warning tone The batteries Insert new bat-
(beep-beep- are consumed. teries.
beep) sounds,
and it is not
14
possible to
take a picture
using the self-
timer.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Reference
When zooming The optical Not a
in or out, the zoom has malfunction.
zoom moved to the Release the
47
movement maximum zoom switch,
stops magnification and press it
Shooting momentarily. position. again.
There is noise The ISO Set the ISO
in the captured sensitivity sensitivity to a
62
image. setting is too lower setting.
high.
No playback The playback Press the
Monitor image mode is not playback button 26
appears. active. [=].
The image is The flash was Hold the
too dark. blocked by a camera
finger or other correctly, and
22
object. make sure the
flash is not
obstructed.
The subject Capture the
was too far image in the
away. range of 126
Viewing operation of the
images flash.
The subject Use the forced
48
was lit from flash mode.
behind. Use the
exposure
65
correction
function.
There is not Adjust the ISO
enough light. sensitivity 62
setting.
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Reference
The image is The forced Select a
too bright. flash mode is different flash 48
selected. mode.
The subject Use the
was too bright. exposure
65
correction
function.
The ISO Set the ISO
sensitivity sensitivity to
62
setting is t.
incorrect.
The image is The subject is Select the
not in focus. too close to the correct focus
camera. setting for your
needs. 31, 52
The focus
setting is not
Viewing correct.
images The camera Hold the
moved when camera
the shutter correctly and
button was press the
pressed. shutter button 22, 31
The focus is correctly.
not locked
properly.
The lens is Clean the lens.
—
dirty.
The colors of This is due to Capture the
the images ambient image using
48
captured lighting. the forced flash
indoors are not mode.
correct. The white Set the white
balance setting balance setting 63
is incorrect. correctly.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Reference
A part of the The handstrap Hold the camera
image is or a finger was correctly, and
missing. blocking the make sure the 22
lens or lens lens is not
Viewing opening. obstructed.
images “NO IMAGE” is There is no Play back after
shown. image stored in capturing
the installed images. 31, 33
card or the
internal memory.
You cannot The protect Cancel the
Image
edit or rotate mode is set. protect mode. 68
editing
an image.
The You have Set the protect
“PROTECTED” attempted to setting for the
message erase data that data to OFF.
appears and is protected 68
the data cannot from
be erased. accidental
erasure.
The recording The recording Depending on
capacity is less capacity is less the card, the
Misc. than that than the value capacity may
indicated in the specified for be less than
section the card. the specified
“Possible No. of value. Please
128
Images/ refer to the
Possible instructions
Shooting Time/ that
Possible accompanied
Recording the card.
Time”.
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Notes regarding the scene function
During still image shooting
Y
The macro + focus range setting is not available.
Z
The resolution is fixed at [.
_ The flash is disabled even when shooting single
shots.
\
The macro + focus range setting is not available.
]
The macro + and manual focus - focus range
settings are not available.
^ The flash is disabled even when shooting single
shots.
a The E resolution setting is not available.
About the scene function and focus range

settings
i The scene function changes to . when the focus range is set to +.
i Even if you set the focus range to -, it changes to * when the scene
function is set to a ^.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Camera
Type CCD digital camera (recording and playback)
Recording system Digital recording
Image file format Still images: JPEG format (DCF, DPOF, Exif
2.2 compliant)
Note: Designed mainly by the Japan
Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association (JEITA), DCF
(Design rule for camera file system) is
standard for digital still camera image
files to provide interoperability between
digital photography devices for the
images stored on removable memory
cards. However, it is not guaranteed that
all devices will support the DCF standard.
Video clips: QuickTime Movie (Photo-JPEG)
Data storage media Internal memory: Approx. 22 MB
External memory: SD Memory Card, Multi
Media Card
Camera effective number Approx. 6 million pixels
of pixels
Image sensor 1/2.5-inch CCD
Virtual number of pixels: Approx. 6.18 million
pixels, interlace scan, primary color filter
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Recording resolution k: 3,680 × 2,760 pixels (single-shot still
images only)
D: 2,816 × 2,112 pixels (single-shot still
images and sequential shots only)
z: 2,288 × 1,712 pixels (single-shot still
t: 1,600 × 1,200 pixels (single-shot still
[: 640 × 480 pixels (single-shot still images
and sequential shots only)
d: 640 × 480 pixels, 30 frames/second
(video clip recording only)
5: 320 × 240 pixels, 15 frames/second
(video clip recording only)
White balance Full-auto TTL, manual setting possible
Lens 3.0× optical f=5.8 mm to 17.4 mm
zoom lens (35 mm film camera
conversion f=35 mm to
105 mm)
Autofocus, 5 groups, 6
elements (2 with aspheric
surfaces), internal ND filter
Aperture Open F=2.8 (Wide) to 4.9 (Tele)
Alternative ND filter
Exposure control type Programmable AE
Exposure correction available from the
Recording Menu (0±1.8EV in 0.3EV steps)
Light-measuring modes Multi-section measuring
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SPECIFICATIONS
Range Normal photography: 10 cm (3.94 in.) to ∞
(Wide), 40 cm (15.75 in.) to ∞ (Tele)
Macro photography: 5 cm (1.97 in.) to 70 cm
(27.56 in.) (Wide), 40 cm (15.75 in.) to 70 cm
(27.56 in.) (Tele)
Digital zoom For shooting: 1x to 4x (except resolution k)
For playback: 1x to 57.5x (varies with
resolution)
Shutter speed Single-shot mode: 1/2 to 1/1,500 sec.
(Maximum approx. 2 seconds when the
scene function is set to fireworks ^ etc.)
(During flash: 1/30 to 1/1,500 sec.)
Sequential shots shooting mode:
1/2 to 1/1,500 sec.
Video clip recording mode:
1/30 to 1/10,000 sec.
Sensitivity Single-shot mode/sequential shots shooting
mode:
Auto (equivalent to ISO50 to 200)/equivalent
to ISO50, ISO100, ISO200, and ISO400
(switchable from Recording Menu)
Video clip recording mode:
Auto (equivalent to ISO200 to 800)/
equivalent to ISO200, ISO400, ISO800, and
ISO1,600 (switchable from Recording Menu)
Monitor 2.5-inch TFT color LCD
Approx. 115,000 pixels
(Frame coverage: Approx. 100%)
Brightness adjustment: 5-step, auto
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Flash working range GN = 6.0
Approx. 10 cm (3.94 in.) to 3.0 m (9.84 ft.)
(Wide)
Approx. 40 cm (15.75 in.) to 1.7 m (5.58 ft.)
(Tele)
Flash modes Auto-flash, forced flash, flash off, red-eye
reduction
Focus TTL-type AF (9-point range finder/spot focus),
manual focus (14 steps)
Self-timer Approx. 2-second delay, 10-second delay
Ambient Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) (operation),
environment –20 to 60°C (–4 to 140°F) (storage)
Humidity 30 to 90% (operating, no condensation)
10 to 90% (storage, no condensation)
Power Batteries AA-size alkaline batteries × 2
supply The following batteries can also be used:
AA-size Ni-Cd batteries (SANYO N-3UV) × 2
AA-size nickel metal hydride rechargeable
batteries (SANYO HR-3UTG) × 2
* AA-size manganese batteries cannot be
used.
AC adaptor Model VAR-G4AEX for Europe, U.K. and
(sold others, and model VAR-G4AU for North
separately) America and others
Accommodates DC Adaptor VAR-A1 (sold
separately)
Dimensions (at narrowest 89.0(W) × 60.5(H) × 21.3(D) mm
part, not including grip or 3.50" (W) × 2.38" (H) × 0.84" (D)
lens protrusion)
Weight Approx. 118 g (4.16 oz.) (without batteries and
card)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Camera connectors
PC/AV Dedicated regrouped jack
(communication/sound Audio 880 mVrms (–1.1 dBs), 2.2 kΩ or less,
and image output) output monaural
terminal
Video 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω unbalanced, sync
output negative, composite video, NTSC
color TV system/PAL TV system
(switchable from the Option Menu)
USB USB 2.0 Full Speed
Battery life
Nickel metal hydride
Alkaline batteries
batteries sold separately:
(supplied)
(HR-3UTG)
Possible No. of
240 images 550 images
Images*
Maximum
500 min. 650 min.
playback time**
* According to the CIPA standard (when using a Matsushita Electric
Industrial Co., Ltd. 64MB SD Memory Card).
** With continuous playback when using the monitor.
NOTE
i Approximate time until batteries run out, based on test conditions at room
temperature (25°C [77°F]).
i The battery operation time may vary depending on the conditions of the
batteries and the conditions of use. Especially when used at temperatures
below 10°C (50°F), the battery operation time is drastically reduced.
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Possible Number of Images/Video Recording
Time/Audio Recording Time
The table shows the possible number of captured images and the possible
recording time for the camera’s internal memory and for the commercially
available 128MB and 1GB SD Memory Cards.
Shooting Resolution Internal SD Memory Card
mode setting setting memory 128 MB 1 GB
k*1 6 images 37 images 290 images
Single-shot D 11 images 64 images 495 images
mode/
z 17 images 96 images 746 images
Sequential
shots mode t 34 images 190 images 1,470 images
[ 175 images 978 images 7,550 images
Video clip d 15 sec. 1 min. 26 sec. 11 min. 4 sec.
mode 5 1 min. 6 sec. 6 min. 12 sec. 47 min. 58 sec.
Audio file
— 46 min. 39 sec. 4 hr. 20 min. 33 hr. 35 min.
mode
i Even with cards of the same capacity, the amount of data that can actually
be stored may differ depending on the card brand, etc.
i The continuous shooting time will differ depending, for example, on the
card type, capacity, performance, etc.
*1
: Available only for single-shot still image shooting.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Others
Apple, Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Apple Computer Inc.
Windows and Windows XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
All other company and product names are registered trademarks or
trademarks of their respective owners.
CAUTION
i It is forbidden to copy this manual, whole or in part, without prior written
permission.
i All images and illustrations given in this manual are for explanation
purposes and may differ slightly from that of the actual product. Also,
actual specifications are subject to change without prior notice and
therefore may differ from the contents of this manual.
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any problems resulting
from the use of this camera.
i Sanyo Electric declines all responsibility for damages due to improper use
of the camera, failure to adhere to the instructions given in this manual, or
repairs or changes done by those other than a technician authorized by the
manufacturer.
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any damage caused by
optional devices or consumable items used with the camera other than
those supplied with the camera or those specified by Sanyo Electric.
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses or loss of
revenue resulting from the loss of data caused by the malfunction, or the
repairing of a malfunction, of the camera.
i The images captured with this camera will differ in quality from pictures
taken with a standard film camera.
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HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES
Taking great pictures in difficult surroundings is easier than you might think.
By keeping a few points in mind and choosing the correct settings, you can
create photos that you’ll be proud to display and share.
Basic photography
If images are blurred even when the autofocus is used
Your camera employs an autofocus function. When you snap a picture using
the autofocus, the camera automatically adjusts the settings so that the
image will be in focus. If you are getting blurred images even when using the
autofocus, one or more of the following might be the reason.
k How the autofocus works
The autofocus is activated when the shutter button is lightly touched. Press
the shutter button slightly, and the target mark will appear on the monitor to
indicate that the autofocus has been activated. Next, continue to gently press
the shutter button all the way to snap the picture. This two-step method is the
way to ensure that your photos are perfectly focused.
k Reasons for unfocused images
1 The shutter button was pressed before the image was focused.
2 After the image was focused, the subject moved.
h Even if camera focuses the subject once, if the distance between the
camera and the subject is changed, the subject may become out of
focus.
3 The focus setting is not set for the correct distance.
h If you shoot a close-up subject with the camera set to the normal focus
mode, or if you shoot a subject at normal distance with the camera set
to the macro (close-up) mode, the image will not be in focus.
k Preventing blurred images
1 Confirm that the camera is set to the correct focus mode for your subject.
2 Hold the camera correctly, and lightly touch the shutter button.
3 Wait for the target mark to appear in the monitor, and holding the camera
steady, gently continue to press the shutter button all the way down.
Following these steps for a gentle but firm pressing of the shutter button will
ensure that you get beautifully focused photos.
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Photographing a moving subject
Situation: You would like to snap an action shot of a moving child or pet. The
autofocus is activated, but because the subject is moving, the image may be
blurred. In particular, when the distance between the camera and the subject
is changing, it is difficult to lock the focus on the subject. Here are some hints
for successfully capturing images of moving subjects.
k Reasons for unfocused images

When the shutter button is touched lightly, the camera’s autofocus works by
determining the distance between the camera and the subject. Once the
subject is in focus, if it then moves before the picture is snapped, the image
may be out of focus. This often happens when you once lock the focus on a
subject and then wait for the right moment to snap the picture. And,
conversely, a blurred image may result if you press the shutter button all the
way in one step in an attempt to quickly capture an action scene, thus failing
to activate the autofocus in time.
k Preventing blurred images (How to use the manual focus [page 52])
In addition to the autofocus, a manual focus mode is also incorporated in your
camera. In the autofocus mode, the distance between the camera and the
subject is automatically determined when you press the shutter button
halfway. In contrast to this, with the manual focus mode, you manually set the
focus by specifying the correct distance between the camera and the subject
before taking the picture.
k How to photograph a moving subject

1 Set the camera’s focus mode to the manual focus. Set the focus distance
to the correct distance between the camera and the subject.
2 When the subject is at the set focus distance, gently press the shutter
button all the way down.
<Advantage of using the manual focus>
i Images can be quickly captured without waiting for the autofocus to
activate.
i Because you are presetting the focus distance, the focus can be more
accurate.
<Using the manual focus effectively>
i When photographing a moving subject, press the shutter button just before
the subject reaches the focus distance, and the shutter will be released
when the subject is at the correct distance.
i Use manual focus to avoid incorrectly focused images when there is an
object between the camera and the subject you wish to focus on.
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Shooting with the scene function
Shooting portraits (portrait mode Z)
Points:
i Choose a background that doesn’t detract from your subject.
i Move in close to your subject.
i Pay attention to lighting and how it affects your subject.
NOTE
i If the background is distracting, it will not show your subject to his best
advantage. Move in closer to your subject or zoom in so that the
background does not compete with the subject.
i In portrait photography your subject is clearly the central figure, so try
techniques that allow the subject to stand out.
i If light is coming from behind your subject (backlit), his face will appear
dark. You can get a better picture by using the flash, for example, or
changing the exposure setting.
Photographing moving subjects (sports mode Y)

Points:
i Match the camera’s movement with that of the subject.
i Set the zoom to the Wide end (wide-angle).
i Don’t be too hesitant to press the shutter button, or you’ll miss the action.
NOTE
i Tips to not missing those great action shots: Make sure you’re holding the
camera correctly. Keep the subject in the lens at all times, moving the
camera with him while waiting for the right shot. Move your whole body–not
just your arms–with the camera while shooting.
i Blurred images are more likely when the zoom is set to the Tele end than
the Wide end. Set the zoom as close as possible to the Wide end.
i Learn to press the shutter button quickly yet smoothly the instant your
photo chance occurs.
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Night photography (night view mode ])
Points:
i Avoid camera shake.
i Increase the ISO sensitivity.
NOTE
i Camera shutter speed during night photography is considerable slower, so
there is a much greater chance that your photographed images will be
blurry. Use a tripod whenever possible, or if a tripod is not available, you
can lean against a wall or pillar to help stabilize the camera.
i You can photograph your subject with the night scene in the background by
using the flash. Be careful not to shoot too close to the subject, however, or
your subject’s face will appear too bright.
i After the flash operates, keep the camera and the subjects motionless for
about 2 seconds.
Photographing scenery (landscape mode \)

Points:
i Shoot using a high resolution.
i For zoom photography, use the optical zoom.
i Pay attention to picture composition.
NOTE
i When shooting with a wide-angle setting, or if you intend to enlarge the
photo, the higher the resolution, the better.
i To zoom in on distant scenery, it’s better to use the optical zoom. Using the
digital zoom produces a coarser image. Hold the camera securely, keeping
your elbows close to your body and making sure the camera is stable.
Using a tripod or other means of stabilizing the camera will increase the
likelihood of getting a clear photo.
i Don’t forget to pay attention to picture composition; note perspective and
be aware of how the placement of objects affects the scene.
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CAUTIONS CONCERNING THE CAMERA
WARNING
k Do not use while driving
i Do not capture images, play back images, or watch the LCD
monitor while driving a vehicle. Doing so may cause an
accident.
i Be careful where you put down the camera inside an
automobile. During sudden stops or turns it may fall behind
SAFETY MANUAL the brake pedal and prevent braking.
k Be aware of your surroundings when using the camera
i Pay close attention to your surroundings when using the
camera. Failure to do so may lead to an accident or injury.
i When using the camera while walking, be very careful of
USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA your surroundings and especially the traffic to avoid
accidents.
SAFELY AND CORRECTLY i Do not use the camera inside an airplane or elsewhere
where its use may be restricted. Doing so may cause an
accident.
k Do not get the camera wet
i This camera is not water-resistant. Do not allow it to get
wet, as doing so may cause a fire or electric shock.
i Do not use the camera in a bathroom.
i If the camera gets wet, immediately turn it off and remove
the battery pack. Then take it to a dealer for repair. Using
the camera after it has been become wet may cause a fire,
electric shock, or other accident.
k Do not place on an unstable surface
i The camera may fall, resulting in damage to the camera or
injury.
i If the camera has fallen and its body is damaged, turn it off,
i Before using your camera, please read and understand these safety remove the battery pack, and take it to the dealer for repair.
instructions as well as the instruction manual for your camera. Using the camera after its body has been damaged may
i Keep all manuals in a safe place for later reference. cause a fire or electric shock.
i These safety instructions cover both the camera and its accessories.
Depending on which product was purchased, the camera specifications k Do not look through the camera into the sun
and accessories may differ. i Do not look through the camera at the sun or any other
strong source of light. Doing so may seriously injure your
eyes.
k Do not use the flash close to a person’s face
i To prevent possible eye injury, do not use the flash near a
person’s face. If the flash is used close to a person’s
opened eyes, there is a risk that it may damage that
person’s eyesight. Especially with young children or babies,
use the flash from a distance of at least 1 meter away.
k Do not use where there is risk of explosion
i Do not use the camera in a location where there is
CAUTIONS CONCERNING BOTH CAMERA AND ACCESSORIES explosive gas, or any other flammable material in the air.
Doing so may cause a fire or an explosion.
WARNING CAUTION
k If a device makes a strange noise, emits a strange odor, or
if smoke comes out from it, immediately turn off the power k Cautions when carrying the camera
and proceed as follows i Do not walk around with the camera suspended from your
i If a device is used under these conditions, it may cause a neck or dangling from your wrist. It may hit other objects
fire or electric shock. and get damaged. When walking around, hold the camera
1 Turn off the device. in your hand or place it in a pocket.
2 When use the docking station or AC adaptor/charger, i Be careful not to drop the camera or subject it to strong
unplug the power cord from the power outlet. shocks.
3 Remove the battery. i Make sure direct sunlight does not hit the camera lens, as
i After completing these actions, wait to make sure no more that may damage the internal parts. When not using the
smoke comes from the device. Then take it to the dealer for camera, be sure to always turn it off and confirm that the
service. Do not try to repair or open the device yourself. lens is covered.
k Do not use during a storm k If the camera is not going to be used for a long period of
i To avoid the risk of being struck by lightning, do not use the time
devices during a thunderstorm. In particular, if used in an i For safety’s sake, remove the battery pack from the camera.
open field, you have an increased chance of being struck by This will prevent any possible excess heat or leakage of
lightning. Quickly seek refuge in a place that will protect you battery fluid that may result in injuries or damage to nearby
from lightning. objects.
k Keep the devices out of the reach of children k Cautions during use and storage
i The following may happen if children play with the devices: i This camera is a precision instrument. It should not be used
h They may wrap the neckstrap around their neck and or stored where there are extreme changes in temperature
suffocate. or humidity, or where it may be exposed to water or dust.
h They may swallow the battery or other small parts. In
Operating environment:
such a case, consult a physician immediately.
i Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) (operation)
h They may damage their eyesight if the flash goes off too
–20 to 60°C (–4 to 140°F) (storage)
close to their eyes.
i Humidity 30 to 90% (operation, no condensation)
h They may get hurt by the camera or other devices.
10 to 90% (storage, no condensation)
k Do not disassemble or modify
i It is dangerous to touch the inside of the devices. Doing so k Do not cover or wrap the camera in a cloth or blanket
may cause a fire or electric shock. i It may generate heat and cause the casing to warp or cause
i The camera, especially, incorporates high-voltage circuits. a fire.
i Any internal check, setting, or repair should be performed
by the dealer.
i Do not use the AC adaptor as a direct current generator.
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CAUTIONS CONCERNING THE DOCKING STATION AND AC ADAPTOR/CHARGER
DANGER CAUTION
k Do not recharge a battery pack other than the specified k Do not place on an unstable surface
battery pack i If may fall, resulting in damage or injury.
i Recharging a dry-cell battery or other type of rechargeable i If it falls and the body is damaged, remove the battery pack
battery may cause excess heat, combustion, or leakage, and contact the place of purchase. If used while damaged,
and cause a fire, injuries, burns, or damage to nearby it may cause a fire, electric shock, or other damage.
objects. k Other cautions
k Concerning the power cord i Use only the supplied or specified docking station and AC
i The voltage rating for the power cord supplied with this adaptor/charger with your camera.
camera conforms to the standards of the country in which i If a docking station or AC adaptor/charger other than the
the camera was sold. ones specified is used, it may damage the camera and
k Do not get the docking station or AC adaptor/charger wet cause a fire or electric shock.
i Make sure they do not get wet, as doing so may cause a fire Use the supplied or specified docking station and AC
or electric shock. adaptor/charger only with the specified camera. Do not
i Do not use them in a bathroom. connect to other cameras, as doing so may result in
i If the docking station or AC adaptor/charger gets wet, damage.
immediately unplug it from the power outlet and remove the k Cautions during use and storage
battery pack. Then contact the place of purchase. If used i Do not use or store close to a heat source (close to a stove
while wet, it may cause a fire, electric shock, or an accident. or heater) or leave it exposed to direct sunlight, as doing so
may result in defective operation or damage.
Operating environment:
i Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) (charging)
–20 to 60°C (–4 to 140°F) (storage)
i Humidity 20 to 80% (charging and storage)
WARNING i To avoid the danger of possible fire, be sure to remove the

power cord from the power outlet before leaving home for a
k Cautions when plugging in the power cord trip or if otherwise the devices will not be used for a long
i Securely plug the power cord all the way into the power time.
outlet. If the docking station or AC adaptor/charger is used
with the power cord not fully plugged in, heat may be
generated and cause a fire.
i Do not use if the power cord is damaged or cannot be
correctly plugged into the power outlet. Using in this
condition may cause a fire or electric shock.
i Do not allow dust, etc., to build up on the power cord or
power outlet. A build-up of dust may cause a short circuit or
generate heat and cause a fire. Use a dry cloth to remove
dust or dirt build-up after unplugging the cord from the
power outlet.
i When unplugging the power cord, be sure to hold the plug
part and slowly pull it out of the power outlet. Pulling the
cord portion may damage the power cord and cause a fire
or electric shock.
k Do not damage the power cord CAUTIONS CONCERNING THE CARD
i Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. Do not place
the power cord near a heat source. Do not excessively bend
the power cord, modify it, or secure it with staples. Doing so
CAUTION
may damage the power cord and cause a fire or electric k Cautions concerning the card
shock. i Immediately after use, the card will be very hot. Before
i If the power cord is damaged, or if it does not plug properly removing the card, turn off the camera and wait for the
into the docking station, AC adaptor/charger or wall outlet, temperature to cool down.
contact the place of purchase. i Keep out of the reach of children. Young children may put
k Cautions concerning the power cord the card in their mouth and choke or cause some other
i Do not leave the power cord plugged into an electrical outlet unexpected injury or accident.
while the other end is not plugged into the AC adaptor/ k Cautions when handling the cards
charger. The loose end can cause electrocution if touched i The cards are precision devices. Do not bend, drop, or
with wet hands or if handled by children. subject them to strong forces or shocks.
i Use only the supplied power cord. If a different power cord i Avoid using or storing the cards in places with extremely
is used, it may be rated for a different current load, and that high or low temperatures, subject to direct sunlight, in a
may cause a fire. completely closed vehicle, near air conditioners or heaters,
i The supplied power cord is for exclusive use with the AC or in humid or dusty locations.
adaptor/charger supplied with your camera. Do not use it i Avoid using or storing the cards in locations where strong
with other devices, as doing so may cause a fire or electric static electrical charges or electrical noise can be easily
shock. generated.
i Do not use a bundled power cord, as the heat generated i Do not allow the edges of the cards to become
may cause a fire. contaminated with foreign materials. Gently wipe away any
k Do not touch the power cord plug with wet hands contamination with a soft, dry cloth.
i Doing so may cause an electric shock. i Do not carry the cards in trouser pockets, as the cards may
become damaged when you sit down or make other
movements that may apply force.
i Before using a new card or a card that was used in other
equipment, be sure to format it using the camera. Please
see the Instruction Manual for information regarding how to
format the card.
i When buying commercially available products, carefully
read the instructions and warnings that come with the card.
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CAUTIONS CONCERNING THE BATTERY
Battery type and danger level
(Note: The cautionary notes differ depending on the
model you purchased. Please check the safety
precautions corresponding to your model.)
Rechargeable Li-ion Alkaline Lithium battery
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS battery pack batteries for remote
control unit
k Use only batteries manufactured by SANYO

i Do not use batteries other than the specified model numbers from SANYO. Especially for safety
purposes, do not use imitation products. If dry-cell batteries or other rechargeable batteries are DANGER —
used, the batteries may generate heat, rupture, or leak and result in fire, injury, burns or damage to
surroundings.
k If there is leaking, discoloration, change of shape, rise in temperature, damaged exterior,
strange odor or any other abnormal condition, immediately discontinue use and remove the
battery from the camera, taking care to keep it well away from fire
i Continuing to use the battery under any of these conditions may result in fire, injury, explosion or DANGER WARNING
other serious damage.
i If battery fluid is leaking, placing the battery in close proximity to a fire or other heat source may
ignite the battery fluid and result in fire, damage, eruption of battery fluid, or smoke fumes.
k Do not transform, take apart, or modify
i Any modification, by transforming, disassembling, or directly soldering to the battery, etc., will
possibly cause the battery to catch fire, explode, or leak or spew battery fluid.
DANGER WARNING
k Do not connect the (+) and (–) terminals with a wire or other metal implement. Do not carry
loose or keep with necklaces, hairpins, etc.
i Doing so may result in a short circuit, high voltage flow, fire, explosion, leaking or spewing battery
DANGER WARNING
fluid, or heat generation. Metal such as a wire or necklace, etc. may cause heat to be generated.
k Do not throw the battery in the fire or subject it to heat
i Doing so may cause the insulation to melt, damage the gas discharge valve and safety
mechanisms, or ignite the battery fluid, resulting in fire or explosion.
DANGER WARNING
k Do not drop, hit, or submit the battery to strong shocks

i If the safety mechanisms and protective devices are broken, an abnormal chemical reaction may
occur inside the battery, or cause the battery to catch fire, explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or DANGER WARNING
generate heat.
k Do not allow the battery to come into contact with fresh or salt water, or allow the terminals to
become wet
i If the safety mechanisms and protective devices are damaged by corrosion, an abnormal chemical DANGER WARNING
reaction may occur inside the battery, or cause the battery to catch fire, explode, leak or spew
battery fluid, or generate heat.
k Use only the supplied or specified docking station and AC adaptor/charger
i If another charger is used, the battery pack may be overcharged, or recharged with an abnormal
voltage, causing an abnormal chemical reaction to occur, or cause the battery pack to catch fire,
DANGER —
explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat.
k Use the battery pack only in the specified device
i If the battery pack is used in a device other than that specified, it may cause an abnormal voltage
flow, or cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat.
DANGER WARNING
k Do not peel or damage the outer casing

i Damaging the outer case, inserting nails, hitting with a hammer, stepping on the battery pack, etc.
may cause a short circuit inside the battery or cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode, leak or DANGER WARNING
spew battery fluid, or generate heat.
k If the battery is leaking and the battery fluid gets on your skin or clothing, immediately rinse
with clean water
i If the battery fluid gets into your eyes, you risk losing your eyesight. Immediately rinse your eyes
with clean, running water, and seek medical attention right away. Any battery fluid that comes into
DANGER WARNING
contact with your skin or clothing may harm your skin. Immediately rinse the area with clean,
running water.
k Insert the battery correctly, as indicated
i When installing the battery, pay attention to the indicated polarity (+ and –), and insert it correctly.
i If the battery pack is installed with the wrong orientation, it may cause an abnormal chemical DANGER WARNING
reaction while in the charger, an abnormal voltage flow when it is used, or cause the battery to
catch fire, explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat.
k Always stop the recharging after the prescribed recharge time, even if the battery pack is not
fully charged
i If you continue to recharge the battery pack, it may cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode,
WARNING —
leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat.
k Charge the battery pack before using it
i Always recharge the battery pack before using it for the first time, or when using it after it has been
F
kept in storage for a long time. During recharging, the battery pack may be warm. This is normal
CAUTION —
E
and does not indicate a malfunction.
k Note concerning the battery after use
i When removing the battery, turn off the camera and allow the battery to cool down before removing
it.
CAUTION —
k Disposal of and recycling the battery

i When disposing of used batteries, please consult the laws and regulations in your area for proper
battery disposal.
i Lithium-ion batteries: To conserve the environment and for efficient use of natural resources,
CAUTION
please discharge the used battery, cover the (+) and (–) terminals with tape and recycle the
insulated battery.
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CAUTIONS CONCERNING THE BATTERY
NL Batterij niet k Cautions concerning use and storage of the rechargeable Li-ion battery
weggooien, maar
inleveren als KCA.
pack
i Temperature when using or recharging: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
i Do not use, recharge, store or leave the battery pack near fire or inside a
k General precautions concerning the batteries (when using alkaline car exposed to the hot sun, etc. (locations in which the temperature
batteries) reaches 60°C [140°F] or higher).
i Use only alkaline batteries or other specified batteries in this camera. i At high temperatures, the safety mechanisms and protective devices inside
Manganese batteries cannot be used, as they have a short battery life the battery pack may be damaged by corrosion, causing an abnormal
and may overheat, causing damage to the digital camera. chemical reaction to occur, or cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode,
i Use of an alkaline battery together with a Ni-Cd battery, or a new battery with leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat. If the safety mechanisms and
an old or consumed battery, may generate heat or cause the batteries to leak, protective devices are damaged, the battery pack will become unusable.
resulting in fire, injury or burns, or damage to the camera and any other i An environment with extremely high or low temperatures will cause the
nearby object. battery capacity to deteriorate and shorten the usable time, and may even
i Use of batteries without protective casings or other inferior products may shorten the battery life.
cause a fire, injury, or burns. i Avoid storing the battery pack with it near full charge. It is recommended to
i Do not attempt to recharge dry-cell batteries. store the battery pack when it is near fully discharged.
i If the digital camera is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove i If the battery pack is completely discharged, it may become unable to be
the batteries and store them in a cool place. (When the batteries are removed recharged again. To avoid this, charge the battery pack for at least five
for a long period, the time and date settings will be cleared.) minutes every six months.
i If using rechargeable batteries instead of alkaline batteries, use after fully i Storage temperature: –10 to 30°C (14 to 86°F)
recharging with the exclusive battery charger. Be sure to read and When not using the battery pack, remove it from the camera and store at –10
understand the instruction manuals that may come with the batteries you to 30°C (14 to 86°F) in a place with no condensation.
purchase, as well as the instruction manual for the battery charger, before i Humidity: 10% to 90% (no condensation)
use.
FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR CAMERA

k Cautions before capturing important images k Cautions concerning condensation
i Before capturing important images, make sure that the camera is operating i Using the camera with condensation inside it may damage the camera.
properly and in condition to capture the images properly.
If condensation seems likely to form
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses that result from
images that could not be recorded, are erased, destroyed, or damaged in i Place the camera in a plastic bag and seal it, and then wait until the camera
any way due to a problem with the camera, any of its accessories, or its has reached the ambient temperature.
software. Be careful of condensation under the following conditions
k Caution concerning copyrights i When moving the camera suddenly from a cold place to a warm place.
i The images you capture with your camera are for your own private use; any i When the ambient temperature changes drastically, such as when a heater is
other use may violate the rights of copyrights owners. turned on to quickly heat the room.
i Please note that photography may be restricted at stage performances, i When the camera is placed in the path of cool air from an air conditioner.
shows or exhibitions, even in presentations whose purpose is entertaining or i When the camera is placed in a location of high humidity.
amusing individuals.
i Also note that images that are intended to be copyrighted cannot be used k Caution concerning undesired interference
outside those limits defined by the regulations of the relevant copyright laws. i The camera may create undesired interference if used close to a television or
radio. To avoid this type of interference, make sure the cores on the supplied
cables are not removed.
k Cautions when cleaning the camera
Cleaning procedure Dedicated USB interface cable Dedicated S-AV interface cable
1 Turn off the camera and remove the battery pack.
(For safety, remove the power cord plug of the AC adaptor from the power
outlet.)
2 Remove the dirt with a soft cloth. Core Core
* The type (shape) and quantity of cable(s) supplied may differ depending on
If the camera is extremely dirty, which product was purchased.
3 Wipe with a soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent diluted with water and i If the docking station or AC adaptor/charger is used in close proximity to a
wrung dry. radio or TV set, it may cause interference such as static in AM broadcast
CAUTION signals or noise in the TV image. In this case, increase the distance between
i Do not use benzene or thinner products to clean the camera. Doing so may the radio or TV and the device.
cause deformation, discoloration, or paint peeling. When using a chemically
treated cloth, carefully read its instructions and warnings. k Caution concerning magnetism (for cameras with a speaker)
i Do not spray insecticides or volatile sprays on the camera. Do not let rubber i Do not place credit cards, bank cards, floppy disks, or other items that may be
or vinyl objects contact the camera for a long period. They may cause damaged by magnetic fields near the speaker. Data may be lost or the
deformation, discoloration, or paint peeling. magnetic strips on cards may be damaged.
k Caution concerning the battery pack k Cautions concerning data storage

i Periodically clean with a dry cloth the terminals (contacts) of the battery pack. i It is recommended that any important data be copied onto a separate media
Do not touch the battery terminals with your bare hands. Doing so will allow (such as a hard disk, MO disk, or CD-R disk).
contaminants from your hands to adhere to the terminals and oxidize, i Stored data may be lost (or corrupted) in cases such as those listed below.
increasing the contact resistance. If the contact resistance increases, the i Sanyo Electric will not be held responsible for any damage or lost profits
usable life of the batteries will diminish. arising from the loss of data.
h If the card is used incorrectly.
k Caution when cleaning the lens h If the card is not inserted correctly into the camera.
i If the lens gets dirty, use a commercially available air blower or a cleaning h If the card is subjected to electrical or mechanical shocks or other forces.
cloth for photographic equipment to clean it. h If the card is removed from the camera or if the camera is turned off during
reading or writing operations.
k When not using the camera for a long period h If the card has reached the end of its usable life.
i Remove the battery pack. However, when the battery pack is removed for a
long time, the camera functions may begin to not work properly. k Caution concerning high temperatures
Periodically reinstall the battery pack and check the camera functions. i During shooting, when the internal temperature of the camera becomes high,
i If the battery pack is left in the camera, a small amount of power is still used the \ icon will appear on the LCD monitor. When the \ icon appears, it
even if the camera is turned off. If a rechargeable battery pack is left in the is still possible to capture and play back images for a while. However, if the
camera for a long period, it may become completely discharged and lose its temperature rises further, it will become impossible to record (although
ability to be recharged again. playback will still be possible). In this case, discontinue shooting as soon as
possible, and wait until the temperature falls before using the camera again.
Note that particularly when recording video clips, soon after the \ icon
appears, the remaining recording time indication will appear, and when that
figure becomes 00:00:00, further recording is impossible.
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SANYO Software Pack 8.5
For Digital Camera
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Please read these instructions carefully before using. Be sure to keep this manual
for later reference.
ATTENTION
Regarding permission to use the CD-ROM
h This CD-ROM may not be reproduced without permission.
h When installing the software in this CD-ROM, permission is granted for
its use only if the user agrees to the terms and conditions that are
displayed at the start of installation.
h Regarding products by other manufacturers that are specified on this
CD-ROM, and for service, please inquire of the respective
manufacturer.
i It is strictly forbidden to copy this manual, wholly or in part, without prior
written permission.
i The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any problems resulting
from the use of this product.
i Sanyo Electric declines all responsibility for damages due to improper use
of this product, failure to adhere to the instructions given in this manual, or
repairs or changes done by those other than a technician authorized by the
manufacturer.
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any damage caused by
optional devices or consumable items used with this product other than
those supplied with this product or those specified by Sanyo Electric.
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses or loss of
revenue resulting from the loss of data caused by the malfunction, or the
repairing of a malfunction, of this product.
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COPYRIGHTS
This manual and the software are copyrighted materials from Sanyo Electric
Co., Ltd.
PowerPC is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corp.
(USA)
Macintosh and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
in the USA and other countries.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the USA and other countries.
DirectX is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the USA and
other countries.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation (USA).
All other brand or product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................3
About this manual ............................................................................3
The software ....................................................................................4
CD-ROM directory map ...................................................................5
For maximum enjoyment of your camera
(about the electronic manual) .....................................................5
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT ...............................................................6
Windows ..........................................................................................6
Macintosh ........................................................................................6
BEFORE MOUNTING YOUR CAMERA .................................................7
Cautions when mounting your camera as a removable disk ...........7
Operating environment ....................................................................7
Data file formats ..............................................................................8
Configuration of directories in the card ............................................9
Setting to the card reader mode ....................................................10
For Windows XP users ..................................................................11
For Windows Me/Windows 2000 users .........................................12
For Windows 98/98SE users .........................................................13
For MAC OS 9.xx users ................................................................16
For MAC OS X users .....................................................................16
INSTALLING THE APPLICATION SOFTWARE ..................................17
Windows ........................................................................................18
Macintosh ......................................................................................19
HOW TO USE Photo Explorer ..............................................................20
Set up the environment .................................................................20
Copying image data to a computer ...............................................22
ABOUT Motion Director ........................................................................24
Importing .......................................................................................24
Output format and playback ..........................................................24
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INTRODUCTION
This manual describes how to install and operate the SANYO Software Pack.
Please read this manual carefully, in order to use the images and audio
recordings captured with your camera in a wide range of applications.
About this manual

The explanations in this manual conform to the following conventions.
i The examples given in this manual are generally based on a Windows
environment. For Macintosh users, while the menu names and screen
indications may be different, this is no impediment to understanding the
operation. In those places where the operations for Macintosh users and
Windows users differ, specific explanations are provided.
i In this manual, the SD Memory Card is referred to as “card”.
h This manual is designed for users with the following computer skills:
h Knowledge of basic computer operations
h Knowledge of basic mouse operations
h Knowledge of how to open, close, move, minimize and maximize
windows
h Knowledge of how to move from one folder to another folder
Detailed information about the operations listed above can be found in the
printed or online manuals accompanying the computer or operating system
software.
Symbols used in this manual

HINT Extra information about software or cautionary notes.
CAUTION Points requiring special attention.
(page xx) Refer to the page indicated for detailed information.
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The software
The following software applications are in the SANYO Software Pack.
k Driver software
i USB driver
The USB driver is necessary when using the USB interface in a Windows
98/Windows 98SE environment.
k Application software
Please see page 17 for a summary of each software program.
i QuickTime 7
In this manual, referred to as QuickTime.
i Ulead Photo Explorer 8.5 SE Basic (Windows)/Photo Explorer for Mac 2.0
(Macintosh)
In this manual, referred to as Photo Explorer.
i Motion Director SE 1.1 (Windows)
In this manual, referred to as Motion Director.
* When Photo Explorer is installed, you can play back video clip files.
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CD-ROM directory map
Below is a directory map of the SANYO Software Pack contents.
<Windows> <Macintosh>
Sanyodsc (D:)* SanyoDSC
PhotoExplorer Photo Explorer

QuickTime
MotionDirector
USB
Win98
* The drive name (D:) may be different on your computer.
For maximum enjoyment of your camera (about

the electronic manual)
Be sure to visit our website for great hints on the many ways to enjoy using
your camera every day. You can access the website from the top page of the
SANYO Software Pack (install page).
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OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Windows
Software CPU Memory Hard drive OS
Pentium 11 MB Windows
QuickTime 128 MB or more
or faster or more 2000/XP
Pentium III 256 MB or more Windows
Photo 80 MB
800 MHz (512 MB 98SE/Me/
Explorer or more
or faster recommended) 2000/XP
Pentium III 256 MB or more Windows
Motion 100 MB
1 GHz (512 MB 98SE/Me/
Director or more
or faster recommended) 2000/XP
Macintosh
Hard
Software CPU Memory OS
drive
Mac OS 9.0 or
later (CarbonLib
Power PC 64 MB 20 MB
Photo Explorer 1.4 or more);
or later or more or more
Mac OS X 10.1
or later
CAUTION
When using in a Mac OS X Classic environment
i It is not possible to save or load data directly to or from the card installed in
the camera. The data must first be saved once to your hard disk.
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BEFORE MOUNTING YOUR CAMERA
The following is an explanation of the format of data recorded by your
camera, as well as the configuration of directories in the card.
Cautions when mounting your camera as a

removable disk
i Do not alter files or folders in your camera in any way. Doing so may result
in your camera not recognizing that data.
If you want to edit files, first copy them to your computer’s hard drive.
i Cards formatted on your computer cannot be used by your camera. Format
all cards to be used by your camera with your camera.
Operating environment
Windows
A computer with a standard-equipped USB port, and preinstalled with
Windows 98, 98SE or later is required. Correct operation cannot be
guaranteed for models that have been upgraded to Windows 98 from
Windows 3.1 or 95.
Macintosh
A model with a standard-equipped USB port, and preinstalled with Mac OS
9.0, 9.1, 9.2, Mac OSX10.1 or later is required.
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Data file formats
The format of the files saved on the card and the method in which the file
names are determined are explained below.
Type of data Data format File name structure
Still image/ File name begins with SANY.
sequential JPEG Extension is “.jpg”.
shots data SANY****.jpg
Same file name as corresponding still image
Voice memo data.
WAVE
data Extension is “.wav”.
SANY****.wav
File name begins with SANY.
Video clip QuickTime
Extension is “.mov”.
data Movie
SANY****.mov*
Audio File name begins with SUND.
recording WAVE Extension is “.wav”.
data SUND****.wav*
* Consecutive numbers assigned in the order the data was saved.
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Configuration of directories in the card
ROOT DCIM 100SANPH SANY0001.jpg
Image
Folder number SANY0002.jpg number
MISC SANY0003.mov
(Location SANY0004.wav
of DPOF Image or
files) 101SANPH SANY0001.jpg SANY0005.jpg audio data
SANY0002.jpg number
SANY9999.jpg
102SANPH SANY0001.jpg
SANY0002.jpg
* Up to 9,999 files can be stored in folder 100SANPH. If more image or audio

files are made, a folder named 101SANPH is created, and they will be
stored in there. New folders will then be named in sequence, i.e.,
102SANPH, 103SANPH, etc.
HINT
About video clip data recorded with this camera
i You can use Apple’s QuickTime 3 or later version to play back video clips
on a computer.
i QuickTime 7.0 for Windows is supplied with the included CD-ROM
(SANYO Software Pack).
About file names when the card is replaced...
i If the file number reset function is set to off, even when the card is
replaced, consecutive numbering of folder numbers and file names
continues from the previously installed card (see page 92 in the camera’s
instruction manual).
CAUTION
If you intend to view the images on the camera, do not use a computer
to rewrite the card data.
i If the folders, file names, or their configuration is modified using a personal
computer, it will be impossible to play back the data using the camera, and
the camera may not operate properly.
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Setting to the card reader mode
1 Start your computer, use the supplied USB interface cable to
connect your camera to the computer, and turn the camera on.
h Connect the camera’s PC/AV terminal to the computer’s USB
connector.
h The USB Connection Screen appears on the camera’s LCD monitor.
USB CONNECTION
CARD READER
PictBridge
CANCEL
Open
To USB connector
PC /AV
on the computer
PC/AV
terminal
To the
Supplied dedicated PC/AV
USB interface cable terminal
2 Select “CARD READER”, and press the SET button.
CAUTION
i Please connect the dedicated USB interface cable to your computer’s USB
connector. Do not connect it to the USB port on your monitor or keyboard,
or to the USB hub. Be especially careful when installing the driver
software. In some instances, it may not be possible to correctly install the
driver software.
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For Windows XP users
Mounting your camera
1 Set the camera to the card reader mode (page 10).
h The message [Found New Hardware] appears in the task tray,
showing that the camera is recognized as a drive.
h The card is recognized (mounted) as a disk, and the [Removable disk
(E:)] window opens.
* The drive name (E:) may be different on your computer.
2 Select an action.
h Select the desired procedure from the [XACTI S60 (E:)] window.
Dismounting the camera
CAUTION
i To disconnect your camera, be sure to follow the procedure below. Failure
to follow this procedure may cause faulty operation of your computer or
loss of card data.
1 Left-click on the icon for safely removing hardware.

h A list appears showing the devices connected to the computer’s USB
connector.
2 Left-click on the camera drive (E:).
h The camera can now be disconnected.
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For Windows Me/Windows 2000 users
h If a message appears on the computer monitor instructing you to load
the Windows CD-ROM, follow the instructions and install the driver.
h The camera is recognized as a drive, and [Removable disk (E:)]
appears in the [My Computer] window.
h The card is recognized (mounted) as a disk.
h Double-click on the [Removable disk (E:)] icon in [My Computer], and
you can process the contents of the card installed in your camera
exactly like you would the data in the other computer drives.
CAUTION
loss of card data.
1 Left-click on [Unplug or Eject Hardware] in the task tray.

h A list appears showing the devices connected to the computer’s USB
connector.
2 Left-click on the camera drive (E:).
h The [Safe to Remove Hardware] dialog box will open.
3 Click on the [OK] button.
h You can now disconnect the camera.
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For Windows 98/98SE users
For Windows 98 and Windows 98SE users, please install the USB driver
(SANYO Digital Camera Mass Storage Driver and SANYO Digital Camera
Controller). Install the SANYO Digital Camera Mass Storage Driver before
installing the SANYO Digital Camera Controller.
1 Insert the CD-ROM (SANYO Software Pack) in your computer’s CD-
ROM drive.
h The [Add New Hardware Wizard] dialog box will open.
h If the [Add New Hardware Wizard] dialog box does not appear,
double-click on the [Add New Hardware] icon in the [Control Panel] to
open it, and proceed to step 3.
3 Click on the [Next] button.
4 Specify the USB driver search method and search location.
1 Place a check in the [Search for the best driver for your device.
(Recommended)] checkbox, and click on the [Next] button.
2 Place a check in the [Specify a Location] checkbox, and click on the
[Browse] button.
h The [Browse for Folder] dialog box will open.
5 Specify the folder that has the USB driver.
h The USB driver is in the CD-ROM’s [Usb] folder, in the [Win98] folder.
1 Double-click on [Sanyodsc (D:)].
h “(D:)” denotes the CD-ROM drive name, which may be different on
your computer.
2 Double-click on [USB].
3 Double-click on [Win98].
6 Click on the [OK] button.
h The [Browse for Folder] dialog box closes, and [D:\USB\WIN98]
appears in the [Specify a location:] field. The first character (D) may
vary depending on your computer configuration.
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7 Click on the [Next] button.
8 When the dialog box appears announcing completion of the
installation, click the [Finish] button.
h Installation of the SANYO Digital Camera Mass Storage Driver is now
completed. After a while, the [Add/Remove Hardware Wizard] dialog
box appears again. Continue to the next step to install the SANYO
Digital Camera Controller.
9 Install the SANYO Digital Camera Controller.
h Use the same procedure as above to install the SANYO Digital
Camera Controller.
h When installation of the SANYO Digital Camera Controller is
completed, USB driver installation is completed.
0 Confirm that the camera can be mounted.
h When the USB driver has been correctly installed, the camera
appears in the [My Computer] window as a [Removable disk(E:)]
drive. The drive name (E:) may be different on your computer.
HINT
If [Removable disk] is not found...
The USB device driver has not been installed correctly. After deleting the USB
device driver once by using the procedure below, install it again.
1 Right-click on [My Computer], and select [Properties] from the menu.
h The [System Properties] dialog box will open.
2 Click on the [Device Manager] tab.
3 Click on [SANYO Digital Camera], and then click on the [Delete] button.
h If there is no [SANYO Digital Camera], click on the [Cancel] button to
close the dialog box, and proceed to step 4.
4 Insert the CD-ROM into the drive and re-install the driver.
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CAUTION
loss of card data.
1 Right-click on the camera icon ([Removable disk (E:)]) in [My

Computer].
h A menu appears.
2 Select [Remove] from the menu.
h You can now disconnect your camera.
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For MAC OS 9.xx users
h The camera is recognized as a drive and appears as an icon named
[Untitled] on the Desktop.
h Double-click on the [Untitled] icon, and you can process the contents
of the card installed in your camera exactly like you would the data in
the other computer drives.
CAUTION
loss of card data.
1 Drag the [Untitled] icon for your camera on the Desktop to the
trashcan.
h The [Untitled] icon disappears from the Desktop.
h You can now disconnect your camera.
For MAC OS X users

Use the same mounting and dismounting procedure as for the MAC OS
9.xx. However, if an application which automatically recognizes camera
images is installed, it will be activated.
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INSTALLING THE APPLICATION SOFTWARE
The SANYO Software Pack contains the application software indicated below.
Installation of each application will serve to optimize your use of the data
recorded with your camera.
i QuickTime*
Play back video clips.
Be sure to install this application if you are going to view video clips that
were photographed with your camera (Windows).
i Photo Explorer
Organizing the data recorded with your camera is easy to understand
using the graphic screen.
i Motion Director
Use Motion Director to remove motion blur from video clips captured with
your camera and to make a single panorama still shot from a video clip
recorded while panning.
* By upgrading from QuickTime to QuickTime Pro, you will be able to edit
QuickTime movies, among other features. You can upgrade from Apple
Computer, Inc.’s web page at http://www.apple.com.
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Windows
ROM drive.
h The installation window soon appears.
h If the installation window does not appear, double-click on the CD-
ROM icon in the My Computer window, and double-click on [Autorun]
or [Autorun.exe] in the CD-ROM window.
* The drive name (D:) may be different on your computer.
2 Click on the name of the application software you wish to install.
h The window for beginning the installation procedure for the specified
application will open.
h When you click on [How to take fun photos], your computer will
connect to our website, where you’ll find lots of hints for having fun
with your camera.
h The installer program for each application is preset to properly install
the software. If you are unfamiliar with the computer, we recommend
clicking the [Next] button at each screen.
h If a user registration dialog box appears, do not enter anything in the
[Enter your registration information] dialog box, and click on the [Next]
button.
h If a dialog box prompting you to restart your computer appears, restart
your computer.
You can find more information about the respective applications at:
QuickTime: http://www.apple.com
Photo Explorer: http://www.ulead.com
3 Click on [EXIT].
About Kodak online service
h When the installation window closes, a dialog box to connect to the
website introducing Kodak’s online service appears. To go to the
website, select the [Tell me more now !] option button. If you do not
wish to go to the website, select on the [No thanks !] option button.
Click on the [OK] button.
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Macintosh
Photo Explorer installation
ROM drive.
h The CD-ROM window will open after a few seconds.
h If the window does not open, double-click on the CD-ROM icon
[SanyoDSC] on the Desktop.
2 Install the Photo Explorer.
h Open the [Photo Explorer] folder and copy the [English] folder (or
whatever other language you prefer) to your hard disk.
h When the folder has been copied, installation of the application is
completed.
HINT
About the [Carbon Lib] folder
i If your computer’s CarbonLib file (extension file) is earlier than version 1.4,
please install the CarbonLib file (in the [Carbon Lib] folder) to the extension
folder.
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HOW TO USE Photo Explorer
To copy data from your camera to your computer, when you open the drive for
your camera from [My Computer], options are shown for copying data to your
computer and for using Photo Explorer to copy data. Explained in this section
is how to use Photo Explorer to copy the camera’s data to your computer. For
a detailed explanation of Photo Explorer, please see the Help menu of Photo
Explorer.
Set up the environment

Specify the source of the data (data location in your camera) to be copied.
k Windows
h Open the [Ulead AutoDetector] dialog box.
h If the window showing the contents of the card installed in the camera
(Removable disk (E):) is open, click on the [Close] button to close it.
2 In the [Ulead AutoDetector] dialog box, check the box [Always open
with the selected program], and click on the [OK] button.
h The [Copy file to...] dialog box will open.
h If you check the [Always open with the selected program] box, the
[Ulead AutoDetector] dialog box step will be skipped from the next
time.
3 Turn ON the [Open Ulead Photo Explorer to view photos] option
button, and click on the [OK] button.
4 Click on the digital camera wizard icon on the toolbar.
h The [Digital Camera Wizard] dialog box will open.
5 Click on the drive name (A:\) to the right of [Camera drive or card
reader].
h The [Select Image Source] dialog box will open.
6 Turn ON the [Camera drive or card reader] option button, select the
camera drive from the [Location] list box, and click on the [OK]
button.
h The drive name to the right of [Camera drive or card reader] is
changed to the drive specified in step 6.
h If you wish to now read the data from the card installed in the camera,
click on the [Start] button. The data from the card will be copied to
My Documents\SANYO_PEX.
h If instead you wish to discontinue after changing the settings, click on
the [Cancel] button.
h The [Digital Camera Wizard] dialog box will close.
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k Macintosh
h The [Untitled] icon will appear on the desktop.
2 Open the folder in which Photo Explorer was installed, and double-
click on the Photo Explorer program icon.
h Run Photo Explorer.
4 Click on the icon in the [Camera flash disk drive] section.
h The [Choose Removable Drive] dialog box will open.
5 Click on the drive for the camera connected to your computer
(Untitled), and click on the [Select] button.
h The drive name in the [Camera flash disk drive] section is changed to
[Untitled].
6 Turn ON the [Create subfolder] checkbox.
h If you wish to now read the data from the card installed in the camera,
click on the [Start] button.
h If instead you wish to discontinue after changing the settings, click on
the [Cancel] button.
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Copying image data to a computer
Copy image files to the computer from the card installed in your camera.
2 Run Photo Explorer.
4 Click on the [Start] button.
h Copying begins.
h A folder with the name as indicated below is automatically created, to
which the data is copied.
Windows: My Documents\SANYO_PEX
Macintosh: Macintosh HD:Ulead Photo Explorer
h When copying is completed, the [Done] dialog box will appear.
5 When copying is completed, click on the [OK] button.
h The copied data is shown in a thumbnail window.
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Photo Explorer features
With the Photo Explorer you have visually integrated control over multiple
files, from camera images to DV camcorder video files to audio files (such as
MP3 and WAV files).
k Manage and edit image files

Viewing images
Images can be viewed full-size or full-screen. Use the keyboard controls or
toolbar buttons to select the menu, and you can browse the images or play
them back, for example, in a slideshow.
Organizing and editing images
You can copy and erase image files, as well as change the file names. In
addition, you can rotate and flip images, and save the edited images as
new files.
Adjusting images
You can easily enhance images by clipping and adjusting the contrast,
brightness, color balance, etc. The created images can be used for
wallpaper or screen savers.
k Abundant slideshow features

Slideshows containing combinations of still images and video clips can be
played back.
k Convert the format of video clip data

Video clips (QuickTime format) that were shot with your digital camera can be
converted to other formats, such as AVI and MPEG.
k For questions about Photo Explorer

Further information about Photo Explorer can be found at
http://www.ulead.com
<Where to find the serial number>
i From the Photo Explorer [Help] menu, select “About Ulead Photo
Explorer”. The program version as well as the serial number are
shown.
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ABOUT Motion Director
Use Motion Director to remove motion blur from video clips captured with your
camera and to make a single panorama still shot from a video clip recorded
while panning.
An outline of Motion Director is introduced below. For details, please refer to
online help for Motion Director.
Importing
Motion Director can read either of these file formats:
h MOV
h MP4
The compression coding for each is as follows:
Format Video coding Audio coding

MOV Motion JPEG WAVE
MP4 ISO MPEG-4 AAC
The frame size is VGA (640 × 480 pixels) or less.
Output format and playback

Motion Director can write files in the following formats:
Motion-blur correction: MPEG-4, MOV
Panorama composite: JPEG, BMP, TIFF, QuickTime VR
VR spatiotemporal images saved in the QuickTime VR format using Apple’s
QuickTime Player can be viewed.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera.

kFOR AMERICAN USERS

Your SANYO product is designed and manufactured with

kSymbols used in this manual

You may find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera

Install the battery

1 Open the battery/card cover, and insert the batteries.

2 Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera on.

1 Press the [m] button.

2 Press the [m] button to select

3 Press the shutter button.

kVideo clip recording

1 Press the [m] button to select

kVideo clip playback

1 Press the playback button [=].

2 Press the SET button.

When you are finished taking pictures...

on page 31 subject Set the focus to a

• “FLASH SETTING” (red-eye reduction) on page 48

• “9-image display • “Zoom jump playback”

• “9-image display playback” on page 34

i AA alkaline batteries: 2 i Dedicated AV interface

i Dedicated USB interface cable: 1 i “SAFETY MANUAL”

Media cards that can be used with this camera

What “card” means in this manual

You’ll never miss a photo opportunity, thanks to

USE AUTO SETTINGS

Mirror: Check the camera angle when

Monitor [o] button

Tripod stand hole

1 Open the battery/card cover.

2 Insert the batteries.

3 Insert the card. Card

4 Close the battery/card cover.

When removing the card... 1 Open

Keep your finger on the card until it

1 Press the ON/OFF button. ON/OFF button

In the playback mode

1 Press the playback button [=] for

Playback button [=]

Turning off the camera

1 Press the ON/OFF button.

1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn the RECORDING MENU

2 Press the [o] button to select the

h Press the [o] button to change it in the reverse order.

5 Press the SET button.

BEFORE TAKING PICTURES

Correct hold Incorrect hold

A finger is blocking the lens or flash.

About the touch sensor (touch focus)

k Conditions that may cause incorrect focus

i Subjects without vertical lines

1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn ON/OFF button

2 Press the playback button [=].

HINT <Playback mode>

How to switch the shooting mode