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Settings
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SET-UP
FORMAT
DISCHARGING RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
Initialize (format) the media for use with the
camera.
Because initializing the media erases all the frames
(files), including protected frames (files). Back up
important frames (files) onto your computer or
another media.
1Press “d” or “c” to select “OK”.
2Pressing the “MENU/OK” button erases all the
frames (files) and initializes the media.
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Always check the media to be formatted on the screen before
proceeding.
hFormatted media
8: xD-Picture Cards
9: CF/Microdrives
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If “i”, “0”, “-” or
“=” appears, see P.134 for information
before formatting the media.
0102
Specifies whether frame numbers are assigned
consecutively from previous numbers or begin
again.
CONT. : Pictures are stored beginning from the
highest file number stored on the last
media used.
RENEW: Pictures are stored on each media
beginning with a file number “0001”.
Setting this function to “CONT.” makes file
management easier as it ensures that file names
are not duplicated when images are downloaded to
a PC.
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When the camera settings are “RESET”, the frame number
setting (“CONT.” or “RENEW”) is changed to “CONT.” and
the frame number itself does not return to “0001”.
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When the media already contains image files with file
numbers higher than the highest file number on the last
media, images are stored beginning from the highest file
number on the current media.
Check the file number by viewing the image. The
last 4 digits of the 7-digit number are the file
numbers, while the first 3 digits show the directory
number.
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When changing the media, always turn the camera off before
opening the slot cover. Opening the slot cover without turning
the camera off may cause the frame number memory to not
function.
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File number runs from 0001 to 9999. Once 9999 is exceeded,
the directory number changes from 100 to 101. The
maximum number is 999–9999.
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The displayed frame number may differ for images
photographed on other cameras.
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When “q” appears, see P.134.
FRAME NO.
AA
BB
CONT. RENEW
Formatted media used for both A and B.
100-0009
Frame number
Directory number
File number
The “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function can only be used with Ni-MH
batteries.
Use the “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function in the following situations:
iWhen the batteries only last for a short time after being charged normally
iWhen the batteries have not been used for a long period
iWhen you purchase new Ni-MH batteries
Do not use the “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function while using the AC power adapter. In
these situations, the Ni-MH batteries will not be discharged due to the external power supply.
11Press “d” or “c” to move to option 4 and then
press “a” or “b” to select “DISCHARGE”.
2Press “c”.
0102
Detects whether the camera is used horizontally or
vertically so that images are automatically rotated
when opened in the optional dedicated software,
Hyper-Utility Software HS-V2 Ver. 3.0.
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The camera may record the horizontal/vertical position
information incorrectly during panning or when pictures are
taken facing upwards or downwards. In such situations,
select “OFF”.
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Rotated display does not apply to playback images.
AUTO ROTATE
✽How to display the SET-UP menu (➡P.101)
21Press “d” or “c” to select “OK”.
2Press the “MENU/OK” button.
The screen changes and discharging begins.
When the battery level indicator blinks red and
discharging ends, the camera turns off.
0102
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To cancel discharging, press the “BACK” button.