Konica Minolta X21 instruction manual Before YOU Begin

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for purchasing this product. Please take the time to read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new digital camera.

Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately contact your camera dealer.

Konica Minolta DiMAGE X21 digital camera

AA-size alkaline batteries

Hand strap HS-DG 120

SD Memory Card

USB cable USB-500

DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM

DiMAGE Viewer manual

Camera manual

Warranty card

Konica Minolta is a trademark of Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. DiMAGE is a trademark of Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. Apple, Macintosh, and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. The official name of Windows is Microsoft Windows Operating System. Pentium is a registered trademark of the Intel Corporation. QuickTime is a trademark used under license. PictBridge and the PictBridge logo are trademarks of the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA). All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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Contents Page Before YOU Begin For Proper and Safe USE For Proper and Safe USE Page For Proper and Safe USE Do not remove the ferrite cores from the cables Table of Contents LCD monitor display recording mode Self-portrait mirror Setup menu 104 Names of Parts Page Getting UP and Running Inserting the BatteriesBATTERY-CONDITION Indicator Auto Power OFFAC Adapter Sold Separately Attaching the Strap Installing and Removing a Memory Card About Memory Cards Setting the Date and Time Camera notes Setting the Camera to Record Images Handling the CameraUsing the Zoom Lens Shooting tipsLCD Monitor Display Basic CAMERA-SHAKE WarningBasic Recording Operation Focus and exposureFocus Lock Focus RangeFocus Signals Special Focusing SituationsFlash Signals Flash Range Automatic Operation LCD Monitor Display Recording Mode SELF-PORTRAIT Mirror Playback Basic Operation SINGLE-FRAME Playback DisplayViewing Images Deleting Single ImagesLCD Monitor Display Playback Mode Enlarged Playback LCD Monitor Display Advanced Navigating the Main Recording MenuCtrl func Off Auto reset Date imprint Flash Modes Page Drive Modes Self-timer Continuous advance Multi frame White Balance Image Quality Frame Counter and Memory Card Capacity Exposure Compensation Color Modes Portrait Special Effects Adding a frame or borderCreating side-by-side images Adjustments Navigating the Advanced Recording MenuSetup Controller Customization Auto Reset Date Imprinting Digital Zoom File Number # Memory Folder NameInstant Playback Movie Recording Navigating the Main Movie Recording Menu 320x240 Playback Advanced Operation Playing Back MoviesNavigating the Main Playback Menu Navigating the Advanced Playback Menu Menu Options in the Playback Mode SetupFRAME-SELECTION Screen Move Sel EnterDeleting multiple or all images Deleting Image FilesDeleting a single image Locking multiple or all images Locking Image FilesLocking a single image Adding to Favorites Viewing Favorites Rotate Slide Show Creating a print order for a single image About DpofCreating a Dpof Print Order Cancel To delete the Dpof file All Creating print order for multiple imagesOrdering AN Index Print Date PrintingMail Copy Setup Menu Navigating the Setup Menu LCDbrightness Format Reset default Language English Menu options in the setup mode YYYY/MM/DD MM/DD/YYYY DD/MM/YYYY LCD Monitor Brightness Formatting Memory CardsReset Default Audio Signals LanguageFocus Signal Shutter SignalDate Format Transfer ModeDate and Time DATA-TRANSFER Mode System RequirementsConnecting the Camera to a Computer Page Connecting to Windows 98 and 98SE Automatic InstallationManual installation DATA-TRANSFER Mode Auto Power OFF DATA-TRANSFER Mode Quicktime System RequirementsMemory Card Folder Organization Drive IconCamera Notes Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP Disconnecting the Camera from a ComputerWindows 98 / 98 Second Edition Macintosh Changing the Memory Card DATA-TRANSFER Mode Windows 98 and 98 Second EditionNumber of prints in the print run are displayed as well Navigating the PictBridge Menu Printing Notes Paper size Batch printIndex print SizesPrinting Dpof Files Appendix Problem Symptom Cause Solution Removing the Driver Software Windows Camera care CleaningCare and Storage StorageBefore important events and journeys Memory cardsBatteries LCD monitor care Operating temperatures and conditionsQuestions and service CopyrightTechnical Specifications CCD1600 X 1200 Standard image quality, no instant play MS-B404