Casio EX-Z300 Manual de usuario

1EThank you for purchasing this CASIO product.• Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide.• Keep the User’s Guid

10Quick Start BasicsYour CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, includ

100Other Playback Functions (PLAY)1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the Audio Snapshot you want is displayed.An

101Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * CopyFiles can be copied from the camera’s built-in memor

102PrintingPrinting• You can specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date stamp settings before printing (page 105).Printing

103PrintingYou can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and print images without going through a computer.. To set up the

104Printing. To print1. Turn on the printer and load paper.2. Turn on the camera.This will display the print menu screen.3. Use [8] and [2] to select

105Printing. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off informat

106Printing. Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the ImagesProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing * All imag

107Printing. Date StampingYou can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image.. Standards Support

108Using the Camera with a ComputerUsing the Camera with a ComputerYou can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a c

109Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with the version of Windows you are running and what you want to do.Usi

11Quick Start BasicsNote that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps under “To charge the battery” to bring the bat

110Using the Camera with a Computer. Computer System Requirements for Bundled SoftwareComputer system requirements are different for each of the appli

111Using the Camera with a Computer4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your computer.• The c

112Using the Camera with a Computer7. After you finish copying images, disconnect the camera from the computer.Windows Vista, Windows XPOn the camera,

113Using the Camera with a ComputerInstalling Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM on your computer makes it possible to transfer images from the camera to you

114Using the Camera with a ComputerYou can play back movies on your computer if it has QuickTime 7 or higher installed. To play back a movie, first co

115Using the Camera with a Computer. To upload a movie file to YouTube• Before you can use YouTube Uploader for CASIO, you need to go to the YouTube w

116Using the Camera with a ComputerIf you want to transfer images from your computer to the camera, install Photo Transport on your computer from the

117Using the Camera with a Computer. To transfer computer screen captures to the camera1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 110).2. On your co

118Using the Camera with a Computer1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CD-ROM drive.Normally, this should cause the menu

119Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want

12Quick Start BasicsOther Charging Precautions• Use the special charger (BC-31L) to charge the special lithium ion battery (NP-40). Never use any othe

120Using the Camera with a Computer4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your Macintosh.• The

121Using the Camera with a Computer6. Double-click the camera’s drive icon.7. Drag the “DCIM” folder to the folder to which you want to copy it.8. Aft

122Using the Camera with a ComputerIf you are running Mac OS X, you can use the iPhoto application that comes bundled with the operating system to man

123Using the Camera with a ComputerThe camera creates a file and saves it each time you shoot a snapshot, record a movie, or perform any other operati

124Using the Camera with a ComputerThe camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF).. About DCFDCF i

125Using the Camera with a Computer. Supported Image Files• Image files shot with this camera• DCF-compliant image filesThis camera may not be able to

126Other Settings (Set Up)Other Settings (Set Up)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations

127Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * ScreenYou can change the brightness of the monitor screen.Adjusting Monitor Screen Brightness

128Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sounds• Setting a volume level of 0 mutes output.Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * StartupDispla

129Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * File No.Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial

13Quick Start BasicsChecking Remaining Battery PowerAs battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power

130Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * World TimeYou can use the World Time screen to view the current time in a zone that is differ

131Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * TimestampYou can configure the camera to stamp the recording date only, or date and time in t

132Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Date StyleYou can select from among three different styles for the date.Example: December 19,

133Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * SleepThis feature turns off the monitor screen whenever no camera operation is performed for

134Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * REC/PLAY• With “Power On/Off”, the camera turns off when you press [r] (REC) in the REC mode

135Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Video OutYou can use the procedure in this section to select either NTSC or PAL as the video

136Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * FormatIf a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card. I

137Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsConfiguring Monitor Screen SettingsYou can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can c

138Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsA histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical

139AppendixAppendix. Avoid Use While In Motion• Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or

14Quick Start Basics4. Use [8] and [2] to select the city where you will be using the camera and then press [SET].5. Use [8] and [2] to select the sum

140Appendix. Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities• Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or wh

141Appendix. Locations To Be Avoided• Never leave the camera in any of the following types of locations. Doing so creates the risk of fire and electri

142Appendix• Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, c

143Appendix. Data Error PrecautionsYour digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of co

144Appendix. Caring for your camera• Never touch the lens or flash window with your fingers. Finger smudges, dirt, and other foreign matter on the len

145Appendix. Other PrecautionsThe camera becomes slightly warm during use. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.. CopyrightsExcept for you

146AppendixAny and all unauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying of the bundled software over a network are prohibited.This product c

147AppendixIf the [CHARGE] lamp does not light red...Charging cannot be performed because ambient temperature or the temperature of the charger is too

148Appendix. Precautions during Use• Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. Th

149AppendixSee page 15 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card.Press the memory card and then release it. This will

15Quick Start BasicsThough the camera has built-in memory that can be used to store images and movies, you probably will want to purchase a commercial

150Appendix. Memory Card Handling PrecautionsCertain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, you may experience problems saving

151AppendixComputer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application y

152AppendixThe numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained.. Camera. Charger UnitGeneral Guide1Shutter button (page 18)2[ON

153AppendixThe monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status.• The sample screens in this sect

154Appendix. Movie Recording. Snapshot Viewing. Movie Playback1Flash (page 28)2Recording mode (page 47)3White balance setting (page 76)4Remaining movi

155AppendixThe tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you

156Appendix“Quality” Tab“Set Up” TabSize 10M (3648x2736) Quality (Snapshots)Normal Quality (Movies)STDEV Shift 0.0White Balance AutoISO AutoT»Metering

157Appendix. PLAY Mode“PLAY” Tab“Set Up” Tab• The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.Slideshow –Layout Print –MOT

158AppendixWhen things don’t go right... TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause and Recommended ActionPower SupplyPower does not turn on. 1)The battery

159AppendixThe flash does not fire. 1)If ? (Flash Off) is selected as the flash mode, change to another mode (page 28).2)If the battery is dead, charg

16Quick Start BasicsIMPORTANT!• Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 15) into the memory card slot.• Should water or any foreig

160AppendixSubjects are too dark when shooting images in a seashore or ski area.Sunlight reflected by water, sand, or snow, can cause underexposure of

161AppendixImages cannot be edited (with Layout Print, resizing, trimming, keystone correction, color restoration, date/time editing, rotation).1)Note

162AppendixDisplay MessagesALERTThe camera’s protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and wa

163AppendixMemory FullMemory is full with images you recorded and/or files saved by editing operations. Delete files you no longer need (page 22).Prin

164AppendixSnapshotNumber of Snapshots and Movie Recording TimeImage Size (Pixels)Image QualityApproximate Image File SizeBuilt-in Memory Snapshot Rec

165AppendixMovies* Snapshot and movie recording capacity values are approximate and intended for reference only. Actual capacity depends on image cont

166AppendixSpecificationsFile Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF 1.0 standard; DPOF compliantMovies: MOV, H.264/AVC standard, IMA-ADPCM au

167AppendixWhite Balance Auto, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Day White Fluorescent, Daylight Fluorescent, Tungsten, Manual WBSensitivity (Standard Output

168AppendixApproximate Battery LifeAll of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) be

169Appendix. Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40). Charger unit (BC-31L)• Power cord precautions for use in SingaporeThe power cord set is not sup

17Quick Start BasicsTo enter the REC Mode, press [ON/OFF] (Power) or [r] (REC). To enter the PLAY mode, press Pagina (PLAY).The back lamp will light (gre

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18Quick Start Basics1. Press [r] (REC) to turn on the camera.Make sure R is on the display. If it isn’t, see page 52.2. Point the camera at the subjec

19Quick Start Basics4. Continuing to keep the camera still, press the shutter button the rest of the way down.This records the snapshot.IMPORTANT!• Wh

2As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all items shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer.Unpacki

20Quick Start BasicsYour images will not come out clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button,

21Quick Start BasicsUse the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen.• For information about how to play back movies, see

22Quick Start BasicsIf memory becomes full, you can delete images you no longer need to free up storage and record more images.• Remember that a file

23Quick Start BasicsOperation• Never open the battery cover while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can result in the image you just shot bein

24Snapshot TutorialSnapshot TutorialThe Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].This will select one of

25Snapshot Tutorial. PixelsA digital camera image is a collection of small dots called “pixels”. The more pixels there are in an image, the more detai

26Snapshot TutorialImage Size Selection TipsNote that larger images have more pixels, so they take up more memory space.• For information about image

27Snapshot Tutorial. To select the image size1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the top Control Panel option (Image Size).3.

28Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [2] ( ) once.2. Use [4] and [6] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET].When the “R Pan

29Snapshot Tutorial• Approximate Flash Range (ISO Sensitivity: Auto)Wide Angle: 0.2 m to 4.5 m (0.7' to 14.8')Telephoto: 0.5 m to 2.0 m (1.6

3• The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.• The contents of this manual have been checked at each step of the production pro

30Snapshot TutorialWith Auto Shutter, the camera releases the shutter automatically when it detects that certain conditions are present.1. In the REC

31Snapshot Tutorial1. Point the camera at location where the subject will pass and then half-press the shutter button to adjust exposure and focus.2.

32Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fourth Control Panel option from the top (Sensitivity).3. Use [4]

33Snapshot TutorialTips for Better Auto Shutter Snapshots• Using Auto Shutter in combination with Anti Shake (page 68) reduces the chance of image blu

34Snapshot TutorialThe face recognition feature adjusts focus and brightness to the faces in the image. Face recognition has two modes, described belo

35Snapshot Tutorial. To pre-record the faces of family members, etc.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the seventh Control P

36Snapshot Tutorial6. Use [4] and [6] to select the priority level you want and then press [SET].• You can set the priority to one of four levels: q (

37Snapshot Tutorial. To shoot a snapshot using pre-recorded face data1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the seventh Control

38Snapshot TutorialTips for Best Face Recognition Results• The camera performs center focus if it cannot detect a face.• Always make sure that Auto Fo

39Snapshot TutorialYour camera has three continuous shutter modes.* To turn off a continuous shutter mode, select “Off”.1. In the REC mode, press [SET

4ContentsContentsUnpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Read this first

40Snapshot TutorialNOTE• With continuous shutter, exposure and focus for the first image are applied for successive images as well.• Continuous shutte

41Snapshot TutorialISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control

42Snapshot TutorialYou can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it.• Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0EV to +2.0EV• Un

43Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the bottom Control Panel option (Date/Time).Use [4] and [6] to select

44Snapshot TutorialNOTE• The higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the recorded image. Note that the camera also has a function that lets you re

45Snapshot Tutorial• The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 25). The smaller the image size, the higher the zoom factor you can

46Snapshot TutorialWith the Make-up Mode, the camera detect faces automatically and makes adjustments to maximize facial brightness and beauty.1. In t

47Recording Movie Images and AudioRecording Movie Images and Audio1. Configure the quality setting for the movie (page 75).The length of the movie you

48Recording Movie Images and AudioNOTE• Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is

49Recording Movie Images and AudioWith this feature, the camera prerecords up to five seconds of whatever is happening in front of the lens in a buffe

5Contents❚❙Recording Movie Images and Audio 47To record a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

50Recording Movie Images and Audio1. While a movie is being recorded, press the shutter button.Movie recording continues after the snapshot is recorde

51Recording Movie Images and AudioNOTE• You can use [8] (DISP) during audio recording to toggle the monitor screen on and off.• When monitor screen co

52Using BEST SHOTUsing BEST SHOTBEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditi

53Using BEST SHOT4. Press the shutter button (if you are shooting a snapshot) or [0] (if you are shooting a movie).NOTE• The BEST SHOT YouTube scene s

54Using BEST SHOT• High Sensitivity– The high sensitivity setting is disabled whenever the camera’s flash fires.– High sensitivity may not produce the

55Using BEST SHOTNOTE• BEST SHOT snapshot scenes can be used for snapshots only and movie scenes can be used for movies only.• You can check the setti

56Using BEST SHOTWith AUTO BEST SHOT, the camera automatically selects the BEST SHOT scene that suits your subject and shooting conditions, and config

57Using BEST SHOTYou can use this procedure to shoot a portrait and then print it out in the following standard ID photo sizes: 30x24mm, 40x30mm, 45x3

58Using BEST SHOTA process called “keystone correction” makes lines straight and natural, even if rectangular subjects are shot from an angle.BEST SHO

59Using BEST SHOTNOTE• When composing an image like the ones shown above, make sure that the entire outline of the object you are trying to shoot is e

6Contents❚Controlling Image Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Sharpness). . . 78❚Controlling Color Saturation . . . . .

60Using BEST SHOTNOTE• You can shoot with the self-portrait feature in combination with a continuous shutter (CS) mode (page 39). Operation is the sam

61Advanced SettingsAdvanced SettingsThe following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings.• You also can use the Control

62Advanced Settings3. Use [8] and [2] to select the menu item you want, and then press [6].4. Use [8] and [2] to change the setting.5. After the setti

63Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus*1The focus range is the distance from the lens surface.*2 The minimum changes along w

64Advanced Settings*4 (m)NOTE• Above values are for reference only.For movie macro, the focus range is a few centimeters within the center distance.To

65Advanced SettingsNOTE• An Auto Macro feature detects how far the subject is from the lens and automatically selects either Macro Focus or Auto Focus

66Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * ContinuousFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 39.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MEN

67Advanced SettingsNOTE• The Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features.Normal-speed Continuous Shutter, High-speed Continuous Shu

68Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Anti ShakeYou can turn on the camera’s Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subje

69Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * AF Area•“I Multi” cannot be selected for the Auto Focus area while you are using Face Recog

7ContentsUsing the Camera with a Windows Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109❚Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer. . . .

70Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus FrameYou can use this procedure to select from among six different shapes, including

71Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * L/R KeyYou can assign one of the five functions listed below to the [4] and [6] keys.Proced

72Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * GridThe on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode monitor screen for easy vertical an

73Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * MemoryWhen you turn off the camera, it remembers the current settings of all enabled memory

74Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * SizeFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 27.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

75Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * » Quality (Movie)Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothne

76Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * White BalanceYou can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where

77Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * ISOFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 41.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

78Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * LightingYou can use this setting to optimize the balance between bright areas and dark

79Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * ContrastYou can specify one of five contrast settings from +2 (most contrast between li

8Contents❚Battery Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148❚Using the Camera in anot

80Viewing Snapshots and MoviesViewing Snapshots and MoviesSee page 21 for the procedure for viewing snapshots.1. Press Pagina (PLAY) and then use [4] and

81Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the one you want is displayed.2. Slide the zoom

82Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. In the PLAY Mode, slide the zoom controller towards w (]) twice.This will display the calendar screen that shows the

83Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. Use the AV cable that comes with the camera to connect it to the TV.• Make sure that you insert the cable connector i

84Viewing Snapshots and MoviesNOTE• Audio is monaural.• Certain TVs may cut off part of the images.• Before connecting to a TV to display images, be s

85Other Playback Functions (PLAY)Other Playback Functions (PLAY)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform ot

86Other Playback Functions (PLAY)• To stop the slideshow, press [SET]. Pressing [MENU] instead of [SET] stops the slideshow and returns to the menu sc

87Other Playback Functions (PLAY)2. Perform one of the following operations to open the memory card or built-in memory.This will cause the camera to b

88Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Spnapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Layout PrintYou can use the following procedure to inser

89Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Movie Screen to be Used * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * MOTION PRINT1. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through

9Quick Start BasicsQuick Start BasicsWhat is a digital camera?DeleteA digital camera stores images on a memory card, so you can record and delete imag

90Other Playback Functions (PLAY)1. Use [8] and [2] to select the editing method you want to use and then press [SET].2. Use [4] and [6] to scroll thr

91Other Playback Functions (PLAY)NOTE• A movie that is shorter than five seconds cannot be edited.• Editing of movies recorded with a different type o

92Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Red EyeUsing the flash to shoot at night or in a dimly li

93Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * White BalanceYou can use the white balance setting to sel

94Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * BrightnessYou can select one of five brightness levels, f

95Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Color CorrectionColor Correction lets you correct the col

96Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF PrintingSee page 105 for details.ProcedurePagina (PLAY)

97Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Date/TimeWhen the date and time settings are what you wan

98Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * ResizeYou can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the

99Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePagina (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DubbingYou can add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it