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Flash Precautions, to select the setting you, want, and then press [SET].

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BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. To do this: Turn on flash assist Turn off flash assist Select this setting: Auto Off IMPORTANT! • Flash assist may not produce the desired result for some types of subjects. • Flash assist may have little effect on your image if you changed any of the following settings when you recorded it. - Flash intensity (page 71) - Exposure compensation (EV shift) (page 88) - ISO sensitivity (page 142) - Contrast (page 146) • Using flash assist can cause an increase of digital noise in recorded images. I Flash Precautions • Take care that your fingers do not block the flash when you hold the camera. Covering the flash with your finger can greatly reduce its effectiveness. Flash • You may not be able to achieve the desired results using the flash if the subject is too close or too far away. • The flash takes anywhere from a few seconds to as long as 10 seconds to attain full charge after being fired. The actual time required depends on the battery level, temperature, and other conditions. • The flash does not fire in the modes listed below. The (Flash Off) icon on the monitor screen indicates that flash is turned off. Movie mode, MOVIE BEST SHOT mode • The flash unit may not be able to charge when camera battery power is low. If this happens, the flash will not fire properly and you will not be able to obtain the desired exposure. Be sure to charge the camera's battery as soon as possible when power goes low. 72

Section	Page
INTRODUCTION	2
Unpacking	2
Contents	3
Features	10
Precautions	14
QUICK START GUIDE	19
First, charge the battery!	19
To configure display language and clock settings	20
To record an image	21
To view a recorded image	22
To delete an image	22
GETTING READY	23
About This Manual	23
General Guide	24
Camera	24
USB Cradle	27
Monitor Screen Contents	28
REC Modes	28
PLAY Mode	32
Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen	33
Attaching the Strap	35
Power Requirements	35
Loading the Rechargeable Battery	35
To charge the battery	37
To replace the battery	41
Power Supply Precautions	42
Turning the Camera On and Off	45
Configuring Power Saving Settings	47
Using the On-screen Menus	48
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings	51
To configure display language and clock settings	52
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING	54
Recording an Image	54
Specifying the Recording Mode	54
Aiming the Camera	55
Recording an Image	56
Using the Optical Viewfinder	62
Using Zoom	63
Optical Zoom	63
Digital Zoom	65
Using the Flash	67
Flash Unit Status	70
Changing the Flash Intensity Setting	71
Using Flash Assist	71
Using the Self-timer	73
Specifying Image Size	76
Specifying Image Quality	77
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS	79
Selecting the Focus Mode	79
Using Auto Focus	80
Using the Macro Mode	83
Using Pan Focus	84
Using the Infinity Mode	85
Using Manual Focus	85
Using Focus Lock	87
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift)	88
Adjusting White Balance	89
Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually	91
Specifying the Exposure Mode	92
Using Aperture Priority AE	92
Using Shutter Speed Priority AE	94
Setting Exposure Settings Manually	96
Exposure Mode Recording Precautions	97
Using Continuous Shutter	97
Using the Normal-Speed Continuous Shutter Mode	98
Using the High-Speed Continuous Shutter Mode	99
Using the Flash Continuous Shutter Mode	99
Using the Zoom Continuous Shutter Mode	100
25-shot Stop Action Images (Using the Multi Continuous Shutter Mode)	101
Continuous Shutter Precautions	102
Using the BEST SHOT Mode	103
Displaying Sample Scenes Individually	105
Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup	106
To delete a BEST SHOT user setup	108
Reducing the Effects of Hand or Subject Movement	108
Shooting with High Sensitivity	110
Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot)	111
Before recording with Business Shot	112
To use Business Shot	112
Restoring an Old Photograph	113
Before trying to restore an old photograph	113
To restore an old photograph	114
Recording an ID Photo	116
Printing an ID Photo	118
Recording a Movie	118
Specifying Movie Image Quality	119
Recording a Standard Movie (Movie Mode)	120
Instant Movie Setups (MOVIE BEST SHOT Mode)	123
Displaying MOVIE BEST SHOT Sample Scenes Individually	124
Creating Your Own MOVIE BEST SHOT Setup	125
Recording a Short Movie	126
Recording a Past Movie	129
Shooting with the REC Light	130
Recording Audio	131
Adding Audio to a Snapshot	131
Recording Your Voice	133
Using the Histogram	134
REC Mode Camera Settings	137
Assigning Functions to the [<] and [>] Keys	137
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off	138
Turning Image Review On and Off	139
Using Icon Help	139
Specifying Power On Default Settings	140
Specifying ISO Sensitivity	142
Selecting the Metering Mode	143
Using the Filter Function	145
Specifying Outline Sharpness	145
Specifying Color Saturation	146
Specifying Contrast	146
Date Stamping Snapshots	147
Resetting the Camera	148
Using the Shortcut Menu (EX Menu)	149
PLAYBACK	150
Basic Playback Operation	150
Playing an Audio Snapshot	151
Zooming the Display Image	152
Resizing an Image	153
Cropping an Image	154
Keystone Correction	156
Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph	157
Adjusting White Balance of a Recorded Image	159
Adjusting Image Brightness	161
Playing and Editing a Movie	162
Playing a Movie	162
Playing Back a Movie with Anti Shake	164
Editing a Movie	165
Capturing a Still Image from a Movie (MOTION PRINT)	168
Displaying the 9-image View	170
Displaying the Calendar Screen	171
Playing a Slideshow	172
Using the Photo Stand Feature	174
Rotating the Display Image	175
Adding Audio to a Snapshot	177
To re-record audio	178
Playing Back a Voice Recording File	179
Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen	180
Selecting the Video Output System	181
DELETING FILES	183
Deleting a Single File	183
Deleting All Files	184
FILE MANAGEMENT	185
Folders	185
Memory Folders and Files	185
Protecting Files	186
To protect a single file	186
To protect all files in memory	187
Using the FAVORITE Folder	187
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder	187
To display a file in the FAVORITE folder	189
To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder	190
To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder	190
OTHER SETTINGS	191
Configuring Sound Settings	191
To configure sound settings	191
To set the confirmation tone volume level	191
To set the audio volume level for movie and audio snapshot playback	192
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen	192
Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method	193
Setting the Clock	194
To select your Home Time zone	194
To set the current time and date	195
Changing the Date Format	195
Using World Time	196
To display the World Time screen	196
To configure World Time settings	196
Editing the Date and Time of an Image	197
Changing the Display Language	198
Changing the Brightness of the Monitor Screen	199
Changing the USB Port Protocol	200
Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Power On/Off Functions	201
Formatting Built-in Memory	202
USING A MEMORY CARD	203
Using a Memory Card	204
To insert a memory card into the camera	204
To replace the memory card	205
Formatting a Memory Card	206
Copying Files	207
To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card	208
To copy a specific file from a memory card to built-in memory	209
PRINTING IMAGES	210
DPOF	211
To configure print settings for a single image	212
To configure print settings for all images	213
Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT	214
Date Printing	218
PRINT Image Matching III	219
Exif Print	219
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER	220
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer	220
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer	228
Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer	233
Memory Data	234
DCF Protocol	234
Memory Folder Structure	235
Image Files Supported by the Camera	236
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER	238
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer	238
Selecting the Software You Need	238
Computer System Requirements	240
Managing Images on a PC	242
Retouching, Reorienting, and Printing a Snapshot	245
Playing a Movie	247
Editing a Movie	250
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)	252
User Registration	252
Exiting the Menu Application	252
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer	253
Selecting the Software You Need	253
Computer System Requirements	254
Managing Images on a Macintosh	255
Playing Back a Movie on your Macintosh	256
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)	258
To register as a camera user	258
APPENDIX	259
Menu Reference	259
Indicator Lamp Reference	262
Troubleshooting Guide	265
If you have problems installing the USB driver...	270
Display Messages	271