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9ContentsUsing the DUAL IS mode ... 35Using the Program mode ...
Appendixes 99Before contacting a service centreIf you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a s
Appendixes 100Before contacting a service centreSituationSuggested remediesThe photo is too brightYour photo is overexposed. Adjust the texposure va
Appendixes 101Before contacting a service centreSituationSuggested remediesYour camera cannot play videosYou can play videos only with the Intelli-t
Appendixes 102Camera specificationsShutter speedAutot : 1/8 - 1/2,000 sec.Programt : 1 - 1/2,000 sec.Nightt : 8 - 1/2,000 sec.Fireworkst : 2 sec.E
Appendixes 103Camera specificationsPlaybackTypeSingle image, Thumbnails, Multi slide show with music and effects, Movie clip, Smart Album** Smart Albu
Appendixes 104Camera specificationsPower sourceRechargeable batteryLithium-ion battery (SLB-07/SLB-07A)The power source may differ depending on your r
Appendixes 105Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European co
Appendixes 106FFace detectionBlink detection 50Face detection 49Smart face recognition 51Smile shot 50Facial brightness 32Facial imperfections
Appendixes 107Printing photos 86Print order 77Program mode 35Protecting files 66QQuick View 91RRecordingVideo 36Voice memo 38Recycle bin 68Red
Appendixes 108VVideoPlaying 70Recording 36Video Out 92Viewing filesas thumbnails 66on TV 78Slide show 69Smart album 65Voice memoPlaying 71Reco
10 ContentsAdjusting brightness and colour ... 53Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ...
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Unpacking …………………………………… 12Camera layout ……………………………… 13Icons …………………………………………… 15Inserting the battery and memory card … 16Charging the ba
Basic functions 12Camera AC adapter/ USB cableRechargeable battery StrapUser Manual CD-ROM Quick Start ManualUnpackingCheck your product box for the
Basic functions 13Camera layoutBefore you start, familiarise yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.FlashLensAF-assist light/time
Basic functions 14Camera layoutMain display** Referred to “Touch screen” in this manualPlayback button MicrophoneStatus lampBlinking• : When saving
Basic functions 15Icon DescriptionScreen lockedl• : Motion recognitionM• : Shooting options and settings menufImage setting options• : Exposure va
Basic functions 16Inserting the battery and memory cardLearn to insert the battery and an optional microSDTM memory card into the camera. Removing t
Basic functions 17Charging the battery and turning your camera onTurning on your cameraPress [POWER] to turn your camera on or off.The initial setup
Basic functions 18Performing the initial setupThe initial setup screen appears to allow you to configure the camera's basic settings.Select 5 Dat
1Health and safety informationAlways comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance
Basic functions 19Using the touch screenLearn basic actions to use the touch screen. The touch screen works best when touched with the soft part of y
Basic functions 20Selecting a shooting modeLearn how to select a shooting mode. Your camera provides you with various modes for shooting.Mode Descrip
Basic functions 21Selecting a shooting modeAccess the Smart Auto mode (p. 30)Motion recognition may not work well if you hold the camera parallel to
Basic functions 22Setting the dual displays and soundLearn how to change the basic settings for the front display and touch screen according to your
Basic functions 23Setting the dual displays and soundSetting the touch vibration or soundSet whether your camera vibrates or emits a specified sound w
Basic functions 24Taking photosLearn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode.Make sure that the camera is in the 1 a mode (A
Basic functions 25Taking photosZoomingYou can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 4.6X optical zoom and 5X digital zoom. B
Basic functions 26Taking photosOIS may not function properly when:tyou move your camera to follow a moving subject -you use digital zoom -there is t
Basic functions 27 Holding your camera correctly Make sure nothing is blocking the lens. Half-pressing the shutter button Half-pres
Basic functions 28 Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: there is little con
2Health and safety informationProtect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damageAvoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or ver
Shooting modes …………………………………………… 30Using the Smart Auto mode ……………………………… 30Using the Scene mode ……………………………………… 31Using the Beauty Shot mode
Extended functions 30Shooting modesTake photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.Icon DescriptionAppears when t
Extended functions 31Shooting modesSelect a scene.2 SceneThis mode allows you to choose an appropriate scene for a variety of situations.For the t B
Extended functions 32Shooting modesTo hide facial imperfections, select 3 f an option.Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of timp
Extended functions 33Shooting modesUsing the Children modeIn this mode, you can draw children’s attention to the camera by showing a short animation
Extended functions 34Shooting modesSelect 4 f Shutter Speed.1.0 2.0 4.0 8.0 16.0Shutter SpeedApertureSelect a value to adjust the shutter speed
Extended functions 35Shooting modesUsing the Program modeSet various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value) in the Program mode.In Sho
Extended functions 36Shooting modesHalf-press [4 Shutter] or select on the touch screen to take another photo.You can use this function when the fr
Extended functions 37Shooting modesSet other options as desired. (For options, refer to 4 “Shooting options.”)Press [5 Shutter] to start recording.Pr
Extended functions 38Recording voice memosLearn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as
3Health and safety informationExercise caution when using the camera in humid environmentsWhen transferring the camera from a cold environment to a
Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 40Selecting a resolution ………………………… 40Selecting image quality ………………………… 41Using the timer ……………………………
Shooting options 40Selecting a resolution and qualityLearn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.Option Description4000 X 3000: Pri
Shooting options 41Selecting a resolution and qualityWhen recording a video:In the 1 v mode, select f .Select an option.2 1280 X 720 HQOption Desc
Shooting options 42Using the timerLearn how to set the timer to delay shooting. SapsdvPress [3 Shutter] to start the timer. The AF-assist light/time
Shooting options 43Using the timerPose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp 5 is blinking.The AF-assist light/timer lamp will stop bli
Shooting options 44Shooting in the darkLearn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions.Using the flashUse the flash when taking photos in
Shooting options 45Shooting in the darkAdjusting the ISO speedThe ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as defined by the Internati
Shooting options 46Changing the camera’s focusLearn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects.Using auto focusTo take sharp ph
Shooting options 47Changing the camera’s focusIf you do not touch any area on the screen, the focus frame will tappear in the centre of the screen.T
Shooting options 48Changing the camera’s focusAdjusting the focus areaYou can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to
4Copyright informationMicrosoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered ttrademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.Mac is a registered trademark
Shooting options 49Using face detectionIf you use face detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a huma
Shooting options 50Using face detectionDetecting eye blinkingIf your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically take 2 photos in succession.
Shooting options 51Using face detectionThe camera may recognise and register faces incorrectly depending ton lighting conditions, remarkable changes
Shooting options 52Using face detectionSelect 3 to register the face as one of your favourites. Select 4 when the face list appears.Your favourite
Shooting options 53Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark. In the
Shooting options 54Adjusting brightness and colourOption DescriptionOff: ACB is off.On: ACB is on.The ACB feature is always on in the ta mode.This f
Shooting options 55Adjusting brightness and colourOption DescriptionSpot:Your camera measures only the light intensity of the tvery centre of the fr
Shooting options 56Adjusting brightness and colourAuto WBIcon DescriptionAuto WB: Use automatic settings depending on the lighting conditions.Dayligh
Shooting options 57Adjusting brightness and colour Defining your own white balance You can customise the white balance by taking photos of a white s
Shooting options 58Using burst modesIt can be difficult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of y
5Indications used in this manualShooting mode IndicationSmart Auto SAuto aProgram pScene sDUAL IS dMovie vShooting mode iconsThese icons indicate t
Shooting options 59Improving your photosLearn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles or colours, or make some adjustments.Defining your o
Shooting options 60Improving your photosContrast option Description-Decrease the colour and brightness.+Increase the colour and brightness.Saturation
Playing back ………………………………… 62Starting Playback mode ……………………… 62Viewing photos ………………………………… 68Playing a video ………………………………… 70Playing a voi
Playback/Editing 62Playing backLearn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and managing files.You can also view files by tilting the cam
Playback/Editing 63Playing backStart a slide show (p. 69)Motion recognition may not work well if you hold the camera parallel to the ground, as shown
Playback/Editing 64Playing backIcon DescriptionSelect a display type (p. 23)Select a menu using motion recognition (p. 63)MPlayback and settings menu
Playback/Editing 65Playing backOption DescriptionTypeView files by the file type.DateView files by the date they were saved.ColorView files by the domina
Playback/Editing 66Playing back Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion.To select and protect files,In Playback mode, select 1 M.
Playback/Editing 67Playing backTo delete all files,In Playback mode, select 1 M.Select 2 Delete All Yes.Alternate way to delete a fileWhile viewing
Playback/Editing 68Playing back Copying files to the memory card You can copy files from the internal memory to a memory card.In Playback mode, selec
6Pressing the shutterHalf-press [t Shutter]: press the shutter halfway downPress [t Shutter]: press the shutter all the way downHalf-press [Shutt
Playback/Editing 69Playing backIcon DescriptionDelete the file.Crop the enlarged photo (it will be saved as a new file).Go back to the original view.
Playback/Editing 70Playing backPlaying a videoYou can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a video.In Playback mode, select a video 1
Playback/Editing 71Playing backPlaying a voice memo Playing a voice memo In Playback mode, select a voice memo 1 .Use the following icons to con
Playback/Editing 72Playing back Playing a voice memo added to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice 1 memo .Use the fol
Playback/Editing 73Editing a photoPerform photo editing tasks, such as rotating, resizing, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast,
Playback/Editing 74Editing a photoDefining your own RGB toneIn Playback mode, select a photo 1 .Select a colour (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue)
Playback/Editing 75Editing a photoApplying a special effectApply special effects to the photo, such as colour filters or noise effects.In Playback mod
Playback/Editing 76Editing a photo Applying snow effect In Playback mode, select a photo 1 .Select 2 . Snow falls around the subjects. tSel
Playback/Editing 77Editing a photoSet DPOF options.5 Option DescriptionSelect whether to print the photos as thumbnails. (Select to print photos as
Playback/Editing 78Viewing files on a TV or HDTVPlay back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable.View photos or play v
7Common questionsYou can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options.The subject's eyes appear red.This
Playback/Editing 79Viewing files on a TV or HDTVTurn on your camera.6 The HDTV will be powered on automatically and the camera tscreen will be displa
Playback/Editing 80Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)Transfer files to your computer using the built-in Intelli-studio program. You can
Playback/Editing 81Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)Turn on the camera.5 The computer recognises the camera automatically.tSelect a f
Playback/Editing 82Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to pl
Playback/Editing 83Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable diskYou can connect the
Playback/Editing 84Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)The way to disconnect the USB cable for W
Playback/Editing 85Transferring files to your computer (for Mac)When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will recognise the d
Playback/Editing 86Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge)Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera direc
Playback/Editing 87Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) Configuring print settings Option DescriptionSize: Specify the size of the prin
Settings menu …………………………………………… 89Accessing the settings menu ……………………………… 89Sound settings ……………………………………………… 90Display settings ……………………………
8Quick referenceTaking photos of peoplest mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children f 31 Red-eyet , Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)
Appendixes 89Settings menuLearn about various options to configure your camera's settings.Select an option and save your settings.3 1/2VolumeHapt
Appendixes 90Settings menuDisplay settings* DefaultItem DescriptionLanguageSelect a language for the display text.Function DescriptionDisplay a brief
Appendixes 91Settings menuItem DescriptionTime ZoneSelect a region and set the daylight-saving time (DST).File No.Specify how to name files.Resett :
Appendixes 92Settings menu* Default * DefaultItem DescriptionHDMI Size Select the resolution of photos when playing back files on an HDTV with the HDM
Appendixes 93Settings menuItem DescriptionUSBSet the function to use via a USB connection with a computer or printer.Autot *: Set your camera to sel
Appendixes 94Error messagesWhen the following error messages appear, try these remedies.Error message Suggested remediesCard ErrorTurn off your camer
Appendixes 95Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These t
Appendixes 96Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capa
Appendixes 97Camera maintenance SLB-07 Battery life Average time / Number of photosTest conditions (when the battery is fully charged)PhotosApprox.
Appendixes 98Camera maintenance Notes about charging the battery If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted tcorrectly.
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