SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

RECORDING MODE - BASIC OPERATION

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Set date and time.

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After initially inserting a memory card and a battery, the camera’s clock and calendar must be set. When images are recorded, the image data is saved with the date and time of recording.

If the clock and calendar have not been set, a message may be displayed for a few seconds each time the camera is turned on. This message is also displayed if the clock and calendar reset when the camera is stored without a battery for a long period.

When the message is displayed, use the left and right keys of the controller (1) to select “Yes.” “No” cancels the operation.

Press the center of the controller to open the date/time setup screen.

This section covers basic recording operation. To prepare the camera for use, read pages 14 through 22.

HANDLING THE CAMERA

While using the LCD monitor, grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the camera body with your left. Keep your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder-width apart to hold the camera steadily.

When taking vertical pictures, hold the camera so that the flash is above the lens with the shutter-release button to the top. Take care not to cover the lens with your fingers or the strap.

SETTING THE CAMERA TO RECORD IMAGES

If the message is not displayed, the date/time setup screen can be opened in section 3 of the setup menu. See page 73 and 74 on how to open and navigate the menu.

Slide the recording-mode switch to the appropriate position.

Date/Time set

01 . 01. 2005

00 : 00

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Date/Time setup screen

On the setup screen, use the left and right keys to select the item to be changed.

Use the up and down keys to adjust the item.

Press the center button to set the clock and calen- dar.

Still-image recording.

Digital Subject Programs (p. 31).

Movie and audio recording (p. 36, 52).

For customers in certain areas, the menu language must also be set. The language is changed in section 1 of the setup menu (p. 73).

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