5 Music

PLAYING MUSIC

The Music section describes how to use the remote controller to listen to music and also introduces the other functions that can be used from the remote controller.

Schematic diagram

CONNECTING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER

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SELECTING MUSIC MODE

Music CD

CDDB

A database for CDs on the internet. Use this as a source of song titles, artist names,etc.

CreatedPC

Creates MP3 files and

 

downloads them to the camera.

Music file

RealJukebox2 Plus (Windows)

MacMP3 for FinePix

(MP3 files)

AudioDownloadingSoftware

 

(Macintosh)

 

REMOTE

socket

Check that the camera is switched off.

1Connect the remote controller unit to the “5REMOTE” socket on the camera.

2Connect the headphones (provided) to the

1By sliding the Power switch to the “%

position, you can use the camera as an audio

player. The camera switches on when you play

SmartMedia with ID

Downloaded

USB connection (Mass Storage Driver)

The MP3 file is encoded and downloaded to your camera. If you copy the music on the SmartMedia to another SmartMedia or computer, you cannot play them back.

remote controller.

! The remote controller can only be used with this

back music.

 

2When you do not want to listen to music, slide

 

the Power switch to the middle position.

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eNotes on playing music

i Do not use while moving.

Never attempt to use the headphones or remote controller or look at the LCD display while you are driving a car or other vehicle as this could cause a traffic accident. If you are using the FinePix30i as a music player while walking, pay close attention to traffic around you and to the pavement surface.

i Do not listen to loud music for long periods and do not turn the volume up high when you first start listening.

Long and continued exposure to loud noises can impair your hearing. Note also that sudden loud noises can damage

68your ears. Consequently, you should take care to increase the volume gradually.

camera.

! Third-party headphones (with 3.5 mm dia. mini plug) can be used in place of the headphones provided.

You cannot listen to music through the camera speaker. You must connect the remote controller and headphones.

! Once you set the Power switch to “%”, the FinePix30i will not function as a camera.

To listen to music

You must first download music files (MP3 files) to the camera. Refer to the “Software Quick Start Guide (provided)”.

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FujiFilm FinePix30i manual Selecting Music Mode, Schematic diagram, Remote controller, To listen to music

FinePix30i specifications

The Fujifilm FinePix 30i is a compact digital camera that debuted at the turn of the millennium, designed to empower both amateur photographers and advanced users alike. This camera is recognized for its user-friendly interface, innovative features, and impressive image quality for its time.

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