About this manual

The basic operation of this camera is covered between pages 12 and 33. This section of the manual covers the camera parts, preparation of the camera for use, and the basic camera operation for recording, viewing, and deleting images.

Many of the features of this camera are controlled with menus. The menu navigation sections con- cisely describe how to change menu settings. Descriptions of the settings immediately follow the navigation sections.

Names of parts

10

Getting up and running

12

 

Attaching the strap and lens cap

12

 

Inserting batteries

13

 

Battery condition indicator

14

 

Auto power save

14

 

Connecting the optional AC adapter

15

 

Changing the memory card

16

 

Turning on the camera and displays

17

 

Setting the date and time

18

 

Setting the menu language

19

Basic recording

20

 

Handling the camera

20

 

Using the zoom lens

20

 

Recording images automatically

21

 

Basic recording operation

22

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Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection

23

 

Focus lock

24

 

Focus range

24

 

Focus signals

25

 

Special focusing situations

25

 

Flash modes

26

 

Flash range - auto-recording mode

27

 

Camera-shake warning

27

 

i+ button

28

 

Adjusting monitor brightness

28

 

Digital subject programs

29

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