Minolta 7Hi Digital Camera User Manual
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1. To return to a recording mode from Quick View press the menu button Controller QV Delete button DELETING SINGLE IMAGES The displayed image can be deleted Once deleted an image cannot be recovered QVE To delete a displayed image press the QV delete button a confirmation screen will appear A Delete this frame Use the left right keys to highlight Yes No will om No cancel the operation 2002 08 27 0007 0058 Press the controller to execute the command on the confirmation screen The camera will return to playback mode Confirmation screen 35 CHANGING THE QUICK VIEW amp PLAYBACK DISPLAY In the center of the display switch the display information button controls the display format Each time the button is pressed the display cycles through to the next format full display image only index playback Image only Index playback In index playback the left right keys of the controller will move the yellow border to the next or the previous image When the image is highlighted with the border the date of recording voice memo icon the lock and printing status and the frame number of the image are displayed at the bottom of the screen The highlighted image can be deleted using the QV delete button p 35 or an accompanying audio track can be played by pressing the central button of the controller When the display information button is pressed aga2. Single frame advance p 58 Focus mode Single AF p 83 Autofocus area Wide p 44 White balance Auto white balance p 67 Metering mode Multi segment metering p 51 Exposure compensation 0 0 p 74 Contrast compensation 0 p 76 Color saturation compensation 0 p 77 Filter O p 77 Flash control ADI metering p 94 Flash compensation 0 0 p 74 Flash mode Fill or red eye reduction p 88 Sharpness Normal p 99 The flash mode is reset to whichever of the two modes was set last WF vasann The last camera settings before the pro auto button is pressed can be reset press and hold the function button and press the pro auto button 42 ADVANCED RECORDING SPOT AE LOCK BUTTON The spot AE lock button below the main dial on the back of the body locks the automatic exposure system This function allows the exposure to be set by a specific element within the scene or a gray card outside the scene When the spot AE lock button is pressed and held the spot metering cir cle is displayed indicating the area used for the exposure calculation the shutter soeed and aperture of the exposure will be displayed in black on the monitor The setting will remain in effect until the button is released Focus is locked by pressing the shutter release but ton partway down The operation of the spot button can be customized in the advanced 1 section of the re
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4. LN Center weighted a traditional metering method in silver halide cameras The 7 Spot metering display Si EAPO awe MODES The four exposure modes allow extensive control over image making Programmed AE gives carefree operation aperture and shutter priority allow photographers to maximize exposures in different situations and manual exposure provides complete freedom in controlling the final image See setting the function dial section on page 48 Program the camera controls both the shutter soeeds and aperture Aperture priority the photographer selects the aperture and the camera sets the appropriate shutter speed Shutter priority the photographer selects the shutter soeed and the camera sets the appropriate aperture Manual exposure the photographer selects both the shutter speed and aperture Data panel PASM Hui QUALH CI s ze gull nw nwt A a T an Wi JE Exposure modes Shutter speed Aperture All exposure mode icons on the data panel have been shown for clarity ADVANCED RECORDING PROGRAM P The programmed AE exposure control uses luminance and focal length information to ensure perfect exposures The sophisticated exposure system allows the photographer the freedom to shoot without having to worry about the technical details of exposure settings The shutter soeed and aperture values of the exposure are displayed on the monitors and data panel The
5. Standard and Night Movies are also indicated by a thumbnail of the first frame 12 Bl pause Y stop 23 Press the controller to pause the movie pressing the controller again will resume the playback To cancel the playback press the down key of the controller w Voice memos p 101 are indicated by the voice memo indicator displayed at the bottom of the monitor image Press the central button of the controller to start the audio playback To cancel the playback press the down key 15 36 Controller 2002 08 27 Hong 0007 0058 y i IN aN 38 BASIC PLAYBACK VIEWING IMAGES ON A TELEVISION It is possible to view camera images on your television The camera has a video out terminal which can be used to connect the camera to a television using the supplied AV cable The camera is compatible with the NTSC and PAL standards The video output setting can be checked and set in the advanced 2 section of the setup menu p 118 1 Turn off the television and the camera 2 Insert the mini plug end of the AV cable into the camera s AV out terminal 3 Plug the other end of the AV cable into the video and audio input terminal on the television The yellow plug is for the video output and the white plug is for the monaural audio output 4 Turn the television on 5 Change the television to the video channel 6 Turn the camera s mode dial to the playback position The camera s moni
6. be taken in the manual exposure mode M Exposures up to thirty seconds can be made by pressing and holding the shutter release button The use of a tripod and a remote cord is recommended for bulb exposures The camera s exposure system cannot be used to calculate bulb exposures The use of a separate light meter is recommended Use the control dial 1 to decrease the shutter speed until bulb is displayed To set the aperture value turn the digital effects switch to exposure compensation 2 position While pressing ZZ the digital effects button 3 turn the control dial 1 until the correct aperture is displayed To take the picture press and hold the shutter release button for the duration of the exposure Releasing the shutter button will end the exposure The monitors will be blank during the exposure If on the shutter sound effect will signal the end of the exposure The monitors will remain blank for a period equal to the e exposure time while noise reduction processing is applied go to the image ad ATTACHING A REMOTE CORD SOLD SEPARATELY The optional remote cords RC 1000S or RC 1000L M can be used to reduce vibrations from touching the camera during long exposures Remove the remote control terminal cover using the notch on the right side of the cover The cover is attached to the body to prevent loss Insert the plug of the cord into the terminal o
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8. is interfaced with a computer or during periods of heavy use AC Adapter model AC 1L is for use in North America Japan and Taiwan and AC 2L is for use in all other areas The External High power Battery Pack Kit EBP 100 is a portable power source and significantly extends the operating time of the camera The kit contains a high power lithium ion battery holder and charger The battery holder and charger are also available separately Always turn off the camera and confirm the A N access lamp is not lit before changing between power supplies Remove the DC terminal cover from the left 1 The cover is attached to the body to prevent loss Insert the mini plug of the AC adapter or battery pack into the DC terminal 2 Insert the AC adapter plug into an electrical outlet Always turn off the camera and confirm the access lamp is not lit before inserting or removing a memory card otherwise the card may be damaged and data lost A memory card must be inserted for the camera to operate If a card has not been inserted a no card warning will be displayed on the monitors Type and Il CompactFlash cards and IBM Microdrives are compatible with this camera For memory card care and handling see page 149 22 GETTING UP AND RUNNING Open the card slot door in the direction indicated 1 To eject a memory card lift 2 then press 3 the card eject lever The card can now be pulled out Take care when removi
9. same distance as your main subject and then the image can be recomposed to take the picture The subject is too dark The subject in the Two subjects at differ The subject is near a focus frame is low in ent distances overlap very bright object or contrast in the focus frame area 29 USING THE BUILT IN FLASH In low light conditions or indoors the flash is needed to illuminate the subject and reduce blurring through camera shake The flash can also be used as a fill light in direct sunlight to soften harsh shadows Always remove the lens hood when using the built in flash the hood may cast a shadow if mounted To use the flash simply pull up the unit by the tabs on each side The flash position must be set manually and once up the flash unit will always fire regardless of the amount of ambient light The following indicators will fs appear in the upper left corner of the EVF and LCD A monitors to show the flash status When pressing the shutter release button partway down the red flash icon indicates the flash is charging i When pressing the shutter release button partway down the white flash icon indicates the flash is ready to fire After taking a picture a blue flash icon appears if the flash properly exposed the subject mE Flash warning In backlit situations the icon appears to recommend the use of the flash FLASH RANGE AUTOMAT
10. sync terminal p 72 PASM Exposure mode indicators p 52 MAT White balance indicators p 67 Focus mode AF MF button p 43 pee ISO Camera sensitivity indicator p 70 474 Flash compensation indicator p 74 The frame counter cannot 4 p P exceed 999 When the num Red eye reduction indicator p 88 ber of recordable images exceeds this 999 will be dis f Hi will continue to count down ME Manual focus indicator p 43 win i ar a d AAH Drive mode indicators p 58 able images falls below one thousand RAW ag Image quality display p 85 s ze aH Image size display p 84 H8o506 8 Shutter speed and aperture display exposure flash compensation display a 14 NAMES OF PARTS MONITOR DISPLAY RECORDING MODE orkWND 6 Exposure compensation display p 74 White balance indicator p 67 Exposure mode Digital subject program indicator p 52 32 Metering mode indicator p 51 Shutter speed display Aperture display Camera shake warning p 31 Camera sensitivity ISO display p 70 Macro mode indicator p 47 Microphone indicator 19 Focus signal p 29 Flash mode indicator p 88 20 Data imprinting indicator p 97 Flash signal p 30 21 Frame counter p 84 Mode indicator 22 Drive mode indicator p 58 Flash compensation display p 74 23 Manual focus indicator p 43 Filter display p 77 24 Battery condition indicato
11. will not appear to indicate the point of focus x2 0 1280 When an image is taken with the digital zoom the final image size depends on the image size setting on the camera The image is trimmed and then the total number of pixels are interpolated to produce an image with a pixel resolution shown in the chart Image size setting 2560 X 1920 1600 X 1200 1280 X 960 640 X 480 1280 X 960 1280 X 960 1280 X 960 640 X 480 image size 1280 X 960 UHS continuous advance images are resized to 640 X 480 MACRO MODE The macro mode is used for close up photographs of small objects The marco mode can be used with the digital zoom to increase the close up effect Subject programs and movie recording can be used with the macro setting The built in flash cannot be used with macro mode Align one of the arrows on the zoom ring with the arrow next to the macro switch The lens must be zoomed to the wide angle or telephoto position for the macro switch to engage Slide the macro switch on the lens barrel forward The camera is now in macro mode The macro icon is displayed in the lower right corner of the monitors Make sure the subject is within the macro focusing range Wide angle 0 3 0 6m 12 24 in from the CCD Telephoto 0 25 0 6m 10 24 in from the CCD The zoom ring will be locked at the wide angle position in macro mode At the telephoto position the zoom ring can move slightly to make fine adjustments to imag
12. 31 CONG PrO NS e E E S 131 DEGE CONIMA eei E a E R 131 Data transfer mode ses sa sede cccndrernactasas oeacinessieessinsneae sees acienseseenus ann ada aecesedamenmess secasansasseneneendeseetade teaedees 132 SV SIEM FOQUIFSTING MS ssr rnan A AEAEE AEEA ARES 132 Connecting the camera to a COMpUter vivian isa saarsscigitvercidiavencnicracvwanviavinehdidasaeaveincasunelscauenets 133 Changing the memory card data transfer mode ccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeereneees 135 Connecting to Windows 98 98 second edition xscsiecsccccutcscnveredacvagscantenessxebsanvamescnanarecextearecees 136 Automate SWAN Osen a 136 Manual installation x carcadeicencticacunette Sade ceadeddedsins dete aedinbcewoustdinidels inboaw teed iwbaleidendelloewieediGedsehend 137 Gonnecing to Mac OS GG cneerapen s e E N E 139 QuickTime system requirements vec rswececedeeantesiaspnsintunedesonneedusuesenusiedrizeutauaeseepaukiasnenopuecdeeeaunedtes 139 Auto power save Data transfer mode ccccccccssseseseeeeceeeececeaeeeeessseeeeeeeeeeeeseaaaaaeseeeeeeeeeeeaes 139 Memory card folder OFGANIZALION scaccasescaven sincanes ater creo ancosseond anenai akar 140 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS Disconnecting the camera from the computer cccceeececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeaaaceeeeeeeeeneaes 142 Windows 98 98 second COON setivencassssinenteiweneavsiunsant yds encveawiessantseassromvesedeatanioton 142 Windows ME 2000 Professional and XP u
13. E E E AEA SRN 70 Flash range and camera sensitivity cccccccccccccecececeececececececeeeseeseceseceeeseseeaeeeeeeeaeeees 71 onuker speed range srece E E A EERE 71 Attaching a Minolta accessory flash UNM ussckcstss sauesccetweagacewasseizmuneipanoatenssubsnmuseiesteieawesvosendvadenceh 72 Sing the fash Syne terminal sssssssssrssrn onnar r E N n E N E 72 DIGI Al EMeCIS CONGO nesis E S E 73 Exposure and flash compensation sen csnssinaiesesenceneentwnacnsnsenecsvntuitanadaenssusleneaerertateopoes tes 74 TABLE OF CONTENTS CONW ESL compensatii ssassn EA aA AEAEE RAE Aaa ians 76 Color saturation compensation ecu sancsnsesavericsnetsmaninniinnnant ted ewedeabies cused yeas ennenen anneanne 77 FIRT sects goes ecny ss eee goes spose os san ota pee gies earth e ge eseeoceeae eos T7 A shor guide to Phara 1a srera e E E N 78 Wat IS anM EV What 13 a STOD ups raceueeccraannleautastesrespncpsacuatateuies aara 79 Recording Mode MENU ssiri ennn EA AE EEEE A E 80 Navigating the recording mode MENU ccccceeeeseeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeseeeeeeeeeeeeseeesesseeeeeeeees 80 Electronic keyboard tegen canitre or ccutnrcnnscogese cute cece rine enh ra pises rile Geren athe ooentgceiecte mtauetaleede 82 PULOIOE US AMOOSS a E ha imnseeeidetansuandin 83 e SSC E EEE E E EENE etna dg isnatecteuiaaoncanebtamaaiarduaconenaenovananasedusuueneetgaenciaauea tenance tae 84 About the frame counter icwiscrcasnantscasincdintimasaandeinasintavasapetiqveabna
14. E E E ETS E T 52 PO Ae AE E E 53 POO A SS MINE a E E E E E coos 53 Aperture priority Peeters tte e cs eacGayecrcatecemeen eye ecvnnneccenaescemausuneusnanesanserneneaderassanceneeeconiese 54 UIE DONY pacemeeubusntt ean ninnansteutesinaeatusemens saukouin seo EE 55 Manual exposure M kersana Ee r a eaaa 56 BS OSS EAE EEA T AN E EE A E A A E E T E EE 57 Attaching a remote cord sold separately ccccccccccecccececcecececececeseeeeceseeeeeseseseeaeaeeeeeeeeeeanans 97 Ba Eae E e T I E EEA N A ATA A EE ERA ETE TE ASEET 58 COMUINUOUS Advan E erae EEAS 59 High speed continuous advance wicerccccccviccevanncncunen tialcoenntenivenvesdantaciiteoiencomaeebeeceuentyan 60 UHS continuous advance cic sesicesconccecsexn coicnsrsicee iewnnacrtunpiinanr ove dbumnententiuenientctenadneanniecdnaneccs 61 UHS continuous advance MOVIES sieisniivstininsnisannancsniduswicaiiansinnenaietumademanedensanduneaietens 61 BACKEN ee S a amen dnonteraene 62 Notes n Drac keliese eaaa E e SEET ER Ee eaei 63 a a EEE EE E A EEL A E E E E A ee E E E OE ee TEE 64 Eea GM Ua as sere T E AE TE P AEA A I OEE ES IE T ES ET 66 Ware TD a NG Cs resignar iiin na EE i EREE EAE EAEE EE EEEE EEEE ENEE ESERE 67 Automatic white palane isses nansa EERE EENAA ESEON 68 Preset white balance ranscacaacarnsarsneanantandxndyndicusicsiesnians nidnQienenecedutieetctiandwecataneanuinclatndemecsint 68 Custom WILE palante ssasisasisi ancas nA a EEEE EAER REAKS 68 Gamera sSensitiviiy SSO ren
15. E Viewer instruction manual Lens cap L 1249 Camera instruction manual Accessory shoe cap SC 9 Warranty card This product is designed to work with accessories manufactured and distributed by Minolta Using accessories or equipment not endorsed by Minolta may result in unsatisfactory performance or damage to the product and its accessories Apple the Apple logo Macintosh Power Macintosh Mac OS and the Mac OS logo are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation The official name of Windows is Microsoft Windows Operating System Pentium is a registered trademark of the Intel Corporation Microdrive is a trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation QuickTime is a trademark used under license Adobe is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners p FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product A WARNING Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions overheat or explode which may damage property or cause personal injury Do not ignore the following warnings 4 FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual Do not install the batteries with the polarity reversed Do not use batteries which show wear or damage Do not expose batteries to fi
16. IC OPERATION The camera will automatically control the flash output For well exposed images the subject must be within the flash range Because of the optical system the flash range is not the same at the lens wide angle position as it is at the telephoto position Wide angle position Ossian 3 8m 16 i 125 ft Telephoto position 05m 30m6 98 ft 610 BASIC RECORDING HANDLING THE CAMERA While using the electronic viewfinder EVF or LCD monitor grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the body with the palm of your left hand Keep your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder width apart to hold the camera steadily The electronic viewfinder can be tilted between 0 to 90 Simply grip the finder between your fingers and move it to the position desired Always store the camera with finder down against the body DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT The EVF has a built in diopter that can be adjusted between 5 0 to 0 5 While looking through the EVF turn the diopter adjustment dial until the viewfinder image is sharp CAMERA SHAKE WARNING If the shutter speed falls below the point where the camera can be hand held safely the camera shake warning will appear on the monitors the shutter can still be released Camera shake is slight blurring caused by subtle hand motion and is more pronounced at the telephoto setting of the lens than at the wide angle The warning appears at approximately the r
17. MINS LIA The essentials of imaging MIRELA INSTRUCTION MANUAL COLOR MODE The color mode controls whether a still image is color or black and white as well as the color space The color mode is set in the advanced 2 section of the recording mode menu p 80 The live image on the monitors will reflect the selected color mode For more on the color mode see page 98 RIV 72808 Vivid Color increases the saturation of the colors in the scene Natural Color and Adobe RGB reproduces the colors in the scene faithfully SOL BW Black amp White produces monochrome images Solarization produces a partial reversal of tones in the image 2 EXAMPLES BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for purchasing this Minolta digital camera Please take the time to read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new camera This manual contains information regarding products introduced before September 2002 To obtain compatibility information for products released after this date contact a Minolta Service Facility listed on the back cover of this manual Check the packing list before using this product If any items are missing immediately contact your camera dealer Minolta DIMAGE digital camera Ni MH batteries set of four Ni MH battery charger set Neck strap NS DG1000 16MB CompactFlash card AV cable AVC 300 USB cable USB 100 DIMAGE software CD ROM Lens shade DLS 7Hi DIMAG
18. OMATICALLY While holding in the dial release 1 turn the mode dial to still image recording the electronic viewfinder EVF and LCD monitor will activate Press the pro auto button 2 to reset the programmed and automatic functions All camera operations are now fully automatic The autofocus exposure and imaging systems will work together to bring professional results effortlessly Image size display p 84 Image quality indicator p 85 Metering mode indicator p 51 Drive mode indicator p 58 idee Frame counter p 15 84 Focus signal p 29 Aperture display Shutter speed display Exposure mode Digital subject program indicator p 52 32 26 BASIC RECORDING BASIC RECORDING OPERATION Turn the mode dial to the recording position 1 Use the zooming ring to frame the subject 2 The effect of the zoom is immediately displayed in the viewfinder EVF and LCD monitor Place the subject within the focus frame e For off center subjects use the focus lock function p 28 e Make sure the subject is within the focus range of the lens 0 5m 1 6ft For subjects closer than 0 5m use the macro function p 47 Press the shutter release button partway down 3 to lock the focus and exposure e The focus signals p 29 on the monitors will confirm that the image is in focus If the focus signal is red the camera was unable to focus on the subject Repeat the previous steps until the s
19. apply the memory settings Memory settings can also be recalled using the digital subject program button see page 129 Camera settings cannot be deleted from memory by turning the camera off or using the pro auto button They will be erased with the default function on the setup menu METERING MODES The icons indicating the metering mode are displayed on the monitors N only Do not confuse these icons with the focus signals p 29 The metering mode is changed with the function dial p 48 When center weighted or spot metering is selected pressing the shutter release M button partway down will activate the exposure system but will not at lock the exposure the spot AE lock button p 43 can be used to lock the exposure but uses the spot metering area only Multi segment uses 300 segments to measure luminance and color This data is combined with distance information to calculate the camera exposure This advanced metering system will give accurate worry free exposures in almost all situations system measures light values over the entire image area with emphasis given the central region Spot uses a small area within the image to calculate the exposure When this mode is selected a small circle will appear in the middle of the live image indicating the measuring area The spot allows precise exposure measurements of a particular object without being influenced by extremely bright or dark areas within the scene
20. avigating the movie TAS PU wecrsscssaitecinsiertate edie sioertnctins eeseetiemer wis a ccnaaadeetasrceaiee sar vaseenieeleaiianeenameaeadeas 104 PO U WU POR ensa E ie cuss EEE S Saad oananerdsiancactuaredscuciateaitiees aeoneecseanstescies 105 Playback mode SU ssrt in geuetetos ncn yeisas cutee E EESE SENE S 106 Navigating the playback mode MENU cccccceseeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeseeeeeeeseseeees 106 Frame selection screen ncassciciantinceneteanecanasesstaiagcnepanssecsslasilesaananntoacndelgcasccuicsinsad earmaneugansnsenensrebeanes 108 DEGING IMAGO Sn a aa a e 109 Formatting memory AE tect erase csi iciee tarr cree anaana cae cu EEEN edn EATEN IERES 110 DFTA TI MS agate eeepc secs ns Pict ode ha sine eewatonte were caitiewe beta eee sats AP pumeteseeneeew ea teewiaaaeceee 111 Changing the index playback format sciicascusmossinatesecornneisbwnsnedsedvegmeesubesncadvadeacunadueaadsinvarwraunes 111 SEE aE ea a ee ee en 112 POOU OPFOR ore a ten tetea a E E ee ce oe eee eee eae 114 Creating a DPOF print OQ ei sawiensncvwenedeeensineauncnswissicsinsasinudvaenvexntinsaveksnadianiaveneninnadedvaddsecrdunndinweneee 114 9 OPOSHNIG Ar INDEX DUI sser E EEEREN 115 Canceling a DP OP Print order ersen aE rE EERE 115 CO CY MESS E EE A P EE EE E T AE T A E A 116 WE MONE a T A E A E 118 Navigating the setup Menu saenshaceccnserscteamecate tas andika area iE E RARE OT Eo P Ranai 118 EVF and LCD MONItOr DAQNINGSS cccssasercecedsmn
21. button of the controller 1 until the wide focus area frame lines change to the spot focus point cross Press and hold the controller again to return to the wide focus area frame lines FLEX FOCUS POINT Once displayed the spot focus area can be moved to any point in the image area This Flex Focus Point is a powerful tool for off center subjects The Flex Focus Point cannot be used with the digital zoom p 46 With the spot focus area cross displayed use the controller s four way keys 1 to move the focus point anywhere within the live image Press the shutter release button partway down to focus the cross will turn red to confirm focus oF Pin gl qa Pressing the central button of the controller 2 returns the focus point to the center of the image area To return to the wide focus area mode press and hold the button until the wide focus area frame lines appear 44 ADVANCED RECORDING i DIGITAL ZOOM The digital zoom doubles the lens magnification The digital Zoom cannot be used with RAW image quality or in movie recording Press the magnification button 1 on the back of the camera The effect is immediately displayed Pressing the magnification button a second time cancels the digital zoom The live image is enlarged on the LCD monitor and is cropped with a shaded border in the EVF X2 0 is displayed in the monitors when the digital zoom is in effect When using the wide focus area p 44 the AF sensor
22. cording mode menu p 96 Spot metering display MANUAL FOCUS Manual control over focus is simple The focus mode button AF MF 1 switches between automatic and manual focus The MF icon is displayed on the data panel and monitors when the camera is in the manual focus mode Use the focus ring 2 at the rear of the lens barrel to make a sharp image on monitors The approximate distance from the CCD to the subject is displayed near the frame counter Manual focus can be used with movie recording and in macro mode Approximate location of the CCD plane QUALHH O s ze onl 43 AUTOFOCUS AREAS AND CONTROL In still image recording mode the controller selects the focus area used and moves the spot focus area within the image The two focus areas wide focus area and spot focus point allow flexibility over a variety of situations The wide focus area is an array of local focus areas that work together to control focus This system is especially effective with moving subjects or quick shooting during fast moving events When the focus is locked in single AF mode one of the AF sensors within the wide focus area will briefly indicate the point of focus The spot focus point gives critical control over focus It can be used to single out an individual subject from a group Wide focus area AF sensor Switching between the wide focus area to the spot focus point is simple Press and hold the central
23. d turn it 90 clockwise until it clicks and the circular dimple is aligned with the focal length index 2 When mounted correctly the large petals of the lens hood should be to the top and bottom Never force the lens hood If it does not fit check its orientation To detach the lens hood turn it 90 counterclockwise and remove INSTALLING AND CHANGING BATTERIES This digital camera uses four AA size nickel metal hydride Ni MH batteries When using new Ni MH batteries fully charge them before their initial use When replacing batteries check that the mode dial is in the off position Open the battery chamber door by moving the battery chamber lock to the open position Insert the batteries Make sure the positive and negative SSS A battery terminals are orientated as illustrated on the N JH diagram in the battery chamber giei Close the battery chamber door and slide the lock lever to the close position Although alkaline batteries can be used with this product their performance will be limited Only use alkaline batteries for test photographs or when Ni MH batteries the Minolta External High power Battery Pack or AC adapter are not available 20 GETTING UP AND RUNNING e BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR This camera is equipped with an automatic battery condition indicator When the camera is on the battery condition indicator appears on the data panel and monitors The monitor icon will chan
24. d of exposure control p 52 Drive modes changes the method of image capture p 58 White balance changes between automatic preset and custom white balance p 67 ISO changes camera sensitivity p 70 Dial Display Setting M M Menu FA O INNS A amp o P PASM M E Coy DRIVE Hj HHG im WB NA a 5i ba ma ISO 100 200 400 800 rr iO iO Memory registers or the setting function are selected with a spe cial menu displayed on the mon itors Multi segment Center weighted Spot Program Aperture priority Shutter priority Manual Single frame advance Bracketing Continuous advance High speed continuous advance UHS continuous advance Interval Self timer Automatic white balance Daylight Tungsten Fluorescent 1 and 2 Cloudy Custom setting 1 through 3 Custom calibration Automatic gain Preset camera sensitivity in ISO equivalents 50 51 53 54 55 56 58 62 59 60 61 64 66 68 68 68 70 No data panel display Display for the data panel EVF and LCD monitor are the same unless indicated AWB No display when set No display when set ISO value is displayed 49 MEMORY STORING CAMERA SETTINGS Five sets of camera settings can be saved This saves time under frequently repeating conditions by eliminating the need to set the camera Except for the spot AEL button subject programs data imprinting voic
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26. e memo and instant playback settings all recording mode camera settings will be saved including the position of the Flex Focus Point the display mode the custom white balance setting and changes made with the function dial and digital effects control Although the bracketing drive mode setting can be saved the type of bracket exposure contrast color saturation or filter must be reset a Camera settings are saved with the function dial p r 48 Initially each memory location contains the A Memory 2 camera s original settings i To save the current camera settings turn the function Memory 5 _ dial to the memory position and press the function button 1 to display the memory settings on the monitor Turn the control dial 2 to highlight the store memory option Release the function button to open the store memory screen On the store in memory screen use the up down keys of the controller 3 to select the memory register in which the camera settings are to be saved Press the central button of the controller 4 to save the settings the previous settings will be erased and replaced by the new ones A confirmation screen will open press the central button of the controller to close Rec Store memory Store in 1 510 ADVANCED RECORDING To recall a setting press the function button and highlight the memory register using the control dial Release the function button to
27. e size To return to normal recording mode slide the macro switch Approximate location of towards the rear of the lens the CCD plane Shooting tips Because of the high image magnification hand holding cameras during close up photography is very difficult When possible use a tripod Use the Flex Focus Point p 45 to specify the area to be within focus Because depth of field the area in focus is narrow in close up photogra phy using focus lock with off center subjects can cause minor errors which are exaggerated at high magnifications The variable position EVF makes working in tight spaces and at low levels easy The EVF can be tilted between 0 and 90 46 ADVANCED RECORDING 47 SETTING THE FUNCTION DIAL The memory function metering mode exposure mode drive mode white balance and camera sensitivity are controlled by the function dial Making changes with the function dial is simple The function dial can only be used for still photography 48 ADVANCED RECORDING Turn the function dial to the mode to be changed 1 While pressing the button in the center of the function dial turn the control dial near the shutter release button to change the mode 2 Release the function button to set the mode Changes are displayed on the monitors and data panel Memory to store and recall camera settings p 50 Metering modes changes the metering pattern p 51 Exposure modes changes the metho
28. eciprocal of the focal length used if the lens is set at 100mm the camera shake warning will appear at 1 100 second If the warning appears the following steps can be taken e Place the camera on a tripod e Use the built in flash e Increase the camera sensitivity ISO p 70 e Zoom the lens towards the wide angle position 31 DIGITAL SUBJECT PROGRAM BUTTON While camera performance is optimized for each shooting condition some changes can be made to camera settings with subject programs The autofocus mode can be The diaital subiect proaram button 1 optimizes the changed p 83 The sports action mode uses continuous AF the other modes use rie E ier various AS al and single AF The Digital Effects Controller can be used to adjust image brightness subjects Exposure white balance and image contrast and color p 73 White balance can be changed in all modes except sunset processing systems work in uico for beautiful and night portrait p 67 Sharpness can be changed in the sport action sunset and results text modes p 99 The metering mode cannot be changed Pressing the digital subject program button cycles Shooting tips i through the modes sha sport oe sunset A Portrait Most portraits look best at a telephoto setting the longer focal length does not exag go T X night portrait text and t Orginal CXpoSuUe mode gerate facial features and the shallower depth of field softens the background Use the built i
29. gating the menu is simple The up down and left right keys of the controller 1 move the cursor and change settings on the The central button of the controller selects menu options and sets adjustments LCDbrightness EVFbrightness 3 Audio signals 1 Shutter FX 1 Volume 2 Controller Language English 24 GETTING UP AND RUNNING Use the right controller key to highlight the advanced 2 tab at the top of the menu Reset default EVF autoSwtch Auto EVF LCD Use the down key to highlight the date time e one set menu option Date format MM DD YYYY Video output NTSC Power save 1 min Press the right key Enter will appear on the right side of the menu Advanced 2 section Use the left and right keys to select the item to be changed Setup Date Time set Use the up and down keys to adjust the item Press the central button to set the clock and calendar The setup menu will be displayed Enter Date Time setting screen Camera notes For customers in certain areas the menu language must also be set Highlight the lan guage option in the basic section of the setup menu Press the right key to display the language settings Using the up down keys highlight the desired language Press the central button to set the highlighted language the setup menu will be displayed in the selected language 25 BASIC RECORDING SETTING THE CAMERA TO RECORD IMAGES AUT
30. ge from white to red when battery power is low If the data panel and monitors are blank the batteries may be dead or installed incorrectly Full battery the batteries are fully charged This icon is Ci Aa displayed for five seconds on the monitors when the camera is turned on The icon remains on the data panel Low battery warning battery power is very low but all functions are operational The batteries should be replaced as soon as possible This warning automatically appears and remains on the display until the batteries are changed S 7 Blinking low battery warning displayed on the data panel with no other icons Power is insufficient for camera operation The shutter will not release Replace or recharge the batteries a Y n Immediately AUTO POWER SAVE To conserve battery power the camera will turn off displays and unnecessary functions if an operation is not made within a certain period The LCD monitor will turn off after thirty seconds and the EVF and data panel turn off after one minute To restore the displays press the shutter release button partway down or press the display information button The length of the auto power save period for the EVF and data panel can be changed in the advanced 2 section of the setup menu p 118 21 EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLIES SOLD SEPARATELY The AC Adapter allows the camera to be powered from an electrical household outlet The AC Adapter is recommended when the camera
31. he photographer selects the aperture and the camera sets the appropriate shutter speed to ensure correct exposure When A mode is selected the aperture value on the monitors turns blue Turn the control dial 1 to set the desired aperture Press the shutter release button partway down to activate the exposure system 2 the corresponding shutter speed will be displayed The aperture values can be changed by half stop increments between f 2 8 and f 8 at the lens wide angle position and f 3 5 to f 9 5 at the lens telephoto position If the aperture value is beyond the shutter speed range the shutter speed display will blink on the data panel and turn red on the monitors The shutter speed range in aperture priority exposure mode is 15 to 1 4000 second when camera sensitivity is set to auto p 71 When the shutter speed falls below an acceptable limit for the camera to be hand held the camera shake warning p 31 appears in the lower left corner of the EVF and LCD monitor When the warning appears decrease the aperture value until the warning disappears or place the camera on a tripod Because the shutter speeds can be adjusted in fine steps the same shutter speed maybe displayed when the aperture is changed With the camera sensitivity ISO set to auto the shutter speed may not change when the aperture is adjusted N SHUTTER PRIORITY S A The photographer selects the shutter speed and the camera LA set
32. ignal is white e When the focus is set an AF sensor will briefly appear in the live image to indicate the point of focus e The shutter speed and aperture value will change from white to black indicating the exposure is locked e The live image may freeze for an instant as the AF system determines focus Press the shutter release button all the way down 4 to take the picture The access lamp will glow indicating the image data is being written to the memory card Never remove a card while data is being transferred FOCUS LOCK The focus lock function is used when the subject is off center and outside the focus frame Focus lock may also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing on the subject Place the subject within the focus frame Press and hold the shutter release button partway down e The focus signals will indicate that the focus is locked The shutter speed and aperture value will change from white to black indicating the exposure is locked e When the focus is set an AF sensor will briefly appear on the live image to indicate the point of focus Without lifting your finger from the shutter release Press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture I cre oe AUTOMATIC MONITOR AMPLIFICATION In extremely low light conditions when the camera sensitivity gain has reached its limit the automatic monitor amplification function will intensify the EVF a
33. in the highlighted image will be displayed in the single frame playback mode A nine or four image index can be displayed The index playback format can be changed in the basic section of the playback mode menu p 106 36 BASIC PLAYBACK ENLARGED PLAYBACK In single frame playback a still image can be enlarged for closer examination Images can be magnified between 1 2X and 4 0X in 0 2X increments 640 X 480 size images can only be magnified between 1 2X and 2 0X RAW and super fine images cannot be enlarged F 1S 36 2002 08 27 q With the image to be enlarged displayed press the magnification button 1 The degree of magnification is displayed on the monitors Use the up down keys of the controller to adjust the magnification Press the central button of the controller to switch between the zoom and scroll functions The scroll arrows or magnification display will turn blue to indicate the active function i aa Scroll When the scroll arrows are blue use the four way key to scroll the image Press and hold the four way key to scroll continuously Press the magnification button to exit the enlarged playback mode The guidance bar and display icons can be hidden or shown by pressing the display information button i 3 VIEWING MOVIES Standard Night time lapse and UHS continuous advance movies can be played back on the camera Movie files are indicated by a icon at the bottom of the display
34. m them with the product or parts Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes It may damage eyesight Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators It may cause a distraction or temporary blindness which may lead to an accident Do not use the monitor while operating a vehicle or walking It may result in injury or an accident Do not use this product in a humid environment or operate this product with wet hands If liquid enters the product immediately remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline benzine or paint thinner Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol benzine or paint thinner to clean the product The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause an explosion or fire When unplugging the AC adapter do not pull on the power cord Hold the adapter unit when removing it from an outlet Do not damage twist modify heat or place heavy objects on the AC adapter cord A damaged cord may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock If the product emits a strange odor heat or smoke discontinue use Immediately remove the batteries taking care not to burn yourself as the batteries become hot with use The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire Take the product to a Minolta Ser
35. n aia d pointer will indicate the active subject program The flash with strong direct sunlight or backlight to reduce harsh shadows o subject program will remain in effect until it is changed Sports action When using a flash make sure the subject is within the flash range p 30 The flash range can be extended by changing the camera sensitivity p 71 A monopod is more flexible and compact than a tripod when shooting events Portrait optimized to reproduce warm soft skin tones and a slight defo cusina of the backaround Sunset When the sun is above the horizon do not point the camera toward the sun for pro g g longed periods of time The intensity of the sun could damage the CCD Between exposures Sports action used to capture fast action by maximizing shutter speeds turn off the camera or cover the lens and tracking subjects with continuous AF Night portrait When taking pictures of a landscape at night use a tripod to eliminate blurring from camera shake The flash can only be used with close subjects such as with a portrait of a Sunset optimized to reproduce rich warm sunsets person When using the flash ask your subjects not to move after the burst the shutter will still be open for the background exposure Night portrait for deep subtle night scenes When used with flash the Text When taking pictures of small text on a sheet of paper the macro mode p 47 can be subject and background are balanced u
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37. nd LCD monitor image The live image will be brighter however the display will be black and white This will have no effect on the final color image When the automatic monitor amplification activates the electronic magnification function p 95 cannot be used If the real time histogram p 40 is used the display will reflect the amplified image and not the final values of the exposure 28 BASIC RECORDING button recompose the subject within the image area FOCUS SIGNALS This digital camera has a quick accurate autofocusing system The focus signals in the lower right corner of the EVF and LCD monitor indicate the focus status For more information on autofocus modes see p 83 O White focus indicator focus confirmed O Red focus indicator the subject is too close or a special situation is preventing the AF system from focusing The shutter can be released When the AF system cannot focus the focus is set between 5 m and infinity 16 4 ft and When the flash is in use the focus is set between 3 0 m and 3 8 m 9 8 ft and 12 5 ft In this case focus lock can be used with an object at the same distance as the main subject or the camera can be focused manually p 43 SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS The camera may not be able to focus in certain situations If the autofocus system cannot focus on a subject the focus icon will turn red In this situation the focus lock function can be used to focus on another object at the
38. ndntuminaateseebaubinadedeunanae 154 The following marks may be found on the product European Union concerning interference causing equipment regulations CE stands 4 This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the EU for Conformit Europ enne European Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Tested by the Minolta Corporation 101 Williams Drive Ramsey New Jersey 07446 U S A Do not remove the ferrite cores from the cables Digital Camera DIMAGE 7Hi C Tested To Comply With FCC Standards This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada 11 NAMES OF PARTS CAMERA BODY This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument Care should be taken to keep these surfaces clean Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual p 148 Data panel p 15 Digital subject program button p 32 Focal length index Pro auto button p 42 Strap eyelet p 18 _ Zooming ring Control dial Shutter release button Focusing ring p 43 Card slot door p 22 The USB por
39. ng the card as it becomes hot with use Insert a memory card into the card slot until the card eject lever pops out 4 Insert the card so the face is toward the front of the camera Always push the card in straight Never force the card If the card does not fit check that it is orientated correctly Fold the card eject lever down as shown 5 and close the card slot door If the card not recognized message appears the inserted card in the camera may need to be formatted Amemory card used in another camera may have to be formatted before being used If the unable to use card message appears the card is not compatible with the camera and should not be formatted A card can be formatted in the basic section of the playback menu p 106 When a card is formatted all the data on the card is permanenily erased If the card error message appears press the central button of the controller to close the window check the Minolta web site for the latest compatibility information North America htto www minoltausa com Europe http www minoltaeurope com pe digital languages_stage html 23 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME After initially inserting a memory card and 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 Depending on the region the menu language may also have to be set To change the language see the camera notes on the following page Navi
40. p playback display ccccccccccccccccececseseseeseeseeeeeseeeeeceeeseessesseeeeeas 36 Enlarged lay OAC K orrena A E E E E E A 37 VISIO MOVOS ace scenes sacra seacanstensniatene EA EA EAEE E OEEO SEE 38 Playing Back VOICE MEMOS soriana EEE 38 Viewing images on a television icccccssnnnnnswavincexacasinnninsnestsinadesnxenannwrcetensGiinenxexacinnextaredsnierenesneepents 39 Advanced recording asepsa as a RST EAA SETE a 40 Display controls recording TMOG cscs aieniic cirranineiestsaiantinncinaneieaubedamt bende bavaausenedtuniaadmadsaiiancntiond 40 Pro aito DUON eeeemen meen tent tonne em cme Meta ee ta ic ie eee nar rere aaa eee ener ewer eer 42 iS 010 Ua 6161 DUNO Ra emo mera enorme one ent nr mT ny nye ote tanner er oer Nene eter emer 43 DVM TU eA TOG UNS se cectoerssecute tesa E even eincquireuprsenscteterte E E 43 AULOTOCUS areas and COMM ccsssacarinsasaaenaricatvananansiceiansinernienduutnctriansnieserseraianthiuaesanniundrnsnntieiunrsani 44 PS Oe Se FON apwscisce ee asateccies ecctsecne cates canceinasieecetiont dec gone en vas teat secoenaie emnseeeteueenteeysene tee ceceuenene 45 PVN OY seeps eins E E T 46 Maro TMOGG sisza scaserieuantin thai honntaniuaacannnab E E 47 SEWN cle NCN Cell sssseiacsedeusecss E a taceiee thon EEE RARS 48 Memory storing camera settings cccceceessssessseeeeteeneeceeeceeaasseseesenencessasanagaaaeeseeeetensensnaeaaaas 50 MEEN MO I E n E A A A AA 51 EG TERNS AE E AN TANE A AE E EE T AA E E A VA
41. power supplies ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP Attach the camera strap to the strap eyelets as shown Always keep the camera strap around your neck in the event that you drop the camera The neck strap is made with leather Water may stain the strap When the strap is wet or in contact with light colored material the strap may stain the wearers clothing REMOVING THE LENS CAP Using your thumb and index finger pinch the inside or outside tabs of the lens cap to remove When the camera is not in use always replace the lens cap 4 i aA eeu a 18 GETTING UP AND RUNNING pe mn ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD The lens hood is used to control stray light from entering the lens and causing flare When using the camera under bright light the use of the lens hood is recommended The lens hood should not be used with the built in flash as it can cause a shadow E a as A The lens hood can be reverse mounted when the camera is not is use With one of the large petals to the top slide the hood onto the end of the lens Turn it 90 clockwise until it it clicks into place The lens hood can be attached or removed with the lens cap on the camera To detach the lens hood turn It 90 counterclockwise and remove To mount the lens hood align the rectangular dimple on the rim of the hood with the focal length index on the top of the lens barrel 1 Slide the hood onto the end of the lens an
42. pter this can hinder the unplugging of the unit in emergencies e Unplug the AC adapter when cleaning or when the product is not in use 6 FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE TABLE OF CONTENTS Namo OD gary crete nek eer enter ire nee tests eae a cece reer cen eee re ee eee 12 FIN A cn acd on eee ee eens idea tan ea paoat anna eieeatennutiammaeuinanuonet 12 Haaa S a A E ana vinsies sua eno ncaa eawmaceieaosseeuesmneineadene 15 Monitor display recording MOE siisii ennienni naa i aa R EESE 16 Monitor display Quick View Sc playpback MOOS ca cecice occa veesa sens serecs setae eee teed can erase psevescetenseeoees 17 Getting up and running perenne anne me eay en enn eee er Nen seen ny ery mnt ee nerTn meee Terre err Te 18 Attaching the camera strap cass can ccctmineatcwa standin ssocmumecaadsiiedalea acoraatenneenssuuccneninimeinndessauaianenseaent 18 Removing the lens CAD crena E 18 PAG IN TNS lens NOOO sersan EE E a eee 19 installing and CHANGING DAU SNCS ax insucscscccavaiatiasaciniswiteretautdercaracewneenanbestucesnalenncetaenettandinidenstnnines 20 Bley COMM OMNI ONG AU ON sasesana aS A SRE SAR AAEE 21 Ato DOW CF SAV 6 a siksene En Er EErEE E AEN a EEES EAA SEAE 21 External power supplies sold Separately ccccccccceccccecececeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeanananaeanananaaeenenenes 22 Inserting and changing a memory CAN ciceistsiccieceneosdcnscnise savecodetasawatorervescnneciusawnncehabecsenextehatnewenskt 22 SEWING ihe date and Ume siias RE
43. r p 21 7 Color saturation compensation 25 Image quality indicator p 85 display p 77 26 Image size display p 84 8 Contrast compensation display p 76 27 Digital zoom display p 46 9 Sharpness display p 99 16 NAMES OF PARTS 28 Color mode indicator p 98 A Focus frame B Spot metering area p 51 C AF sensors D Flex Focus Point p 45 MONITOR DISPLAY QUICK VIEW amp PLAYBACK MODE Mode indicator toe Image size p 84 Image quality p 85 Time of capture 51s wae Frame number Date of capture ana ara7 le r yam edn h total number of images i Print indicator p 114 Lock indicator p 111 Voice memo indicator p 101 Mode indicator Image size p 84 Image quality p 85 setting p 67 Sensitivity setting p 70 Degree of exposure compensation p 74 2007 08 27 00 0003 Date of capture SEALE pee Folder name p 140 Folder number image file number The black area of the histogram shows the luminance distribution of the recorded image from black left to white right Each one of the 256 vertical lines indicates the relative proportion of that light value in the image The histogram can be used to evaluate exposure and contrast but displays no color information N GETTING UP AND RUNNING This section covers the preparation of the camera This includes the changing of batteries and memory card as well as the use of external
44. re high temperatures water or moisture Do not attempt to short or disassemble batteries Do not store batteries near or in metallic products Do not mix batteries of different types brands ages or charge levels Do not charge alkaline batteries When recharging rechargeable batteries only use the recommended charger Do not use leaking batteries If fluid from the batteries enters your eye immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor If fluid from the batteries makes contact with your skin or clothing wash the area thoroughly with water Use only the specified AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the adapter unit An inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock Do not disassemble this product Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched Immediately remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use if the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior especially the flash unit is exposed The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed Store this product out of reach of children Be careful when around children not to har
45. s the appropriate aperture to ensure correct exposure When S mode is selected the shutter speed on the monitors turns blue Turn the control dial 1 to set the desired shutter speed Press the shutter release button partway down to activate the exposure system 2 the corresponding aperture will be displayed The shutter speeds can be changed by half stop increments from 15 to 1 2000 second when camera sensitivity is set to auto p 71 If the shutter speed is beyond the aperture range the aperture display will blink on the data panel and turn red on the monitors to W000 FSa6 Camera Notes For 35mm photographers an aperture range of f 2 8 to f 8 does not seem impressive However because of the CCD size and the actual focal length of the lens the apertures on this digital camera give significantly more depth of field at any given angle of view with any given aperture than a 35mm camera So even with the minimum aperture of f 8 the depth of field will give the coverage needed to create beautiful sharp images o ADVANCED RECORDING 55 MANUAL EXPOSURE M Manual exposure mode allows individual selection of shutter speeds and apertures This mode overrides the the final exposure The shutter speeds and aperture values can be changed in half stop increments The shutter speed range in manual exposure mode is 15 to 1 2000 second including bulb when camera sensitivity is set to auto p 71 The camera sensi
46. sed Use a tripod to eliminate camera shake and ensure the sharpest images TEXT Text for the crisp reproduction of black text on white backgrounds 32 BASIC RECORDING J ae ida BASIC PLAYBACK Images can be viewed in the Quick View or playback modes This section covers the basic functions in both modes The playback mode has additional menu functions see page 106 Lig amp AMAA Ke im To view images from the playback mode turn the aaa T gt mode dial to the playback position 5 i ove To view images from the recording or movie FOX mer Q recording modes press the Quick View delete SINGLE FRAME PLAYBACK AND HISTOGRAM DISPLAY Mode indicator Image size p 84 To view the histogram Image quality p 85 press the up key Aperture value Time of setting p 67 Sensitivity setting p 70 Degree of exposure compensation p 74 ame ob AT 100 60 LF older name p 140 Date of capture Voice memo indicator p 101 Lock indicator p 111 Print indicator p 114 Frame number total number of images Folder number image file number Histogram p 17 34 BASIC PLAYBACK When in the Quick view or playback mode VIEWING IMAGES lt use the left right keys of the controller to scroll through the images on the memory card To view the histogram of a still image press the up key Press the down key to return to single frame playback
47. shutter speed range in program exposure mode is 8 to 1 4000 second when camera sensitivity is set to auto p 71 If the brightness level of the scene is outside the exposure control range of the camera the shutter speed and aperture displays will turn red on the monitors and blink on the data panel The program line adjusts with the changes in focal length of the zoom lens The camera is programmed to maximize depth of field in the wide angle range to provide sharp landscape pictures and to maximize shutter speed in the telephoto range to minimize camera shake and blurred images When the shutter speed falls below an acceptable limit for the camera to be hand held the camera shake warning appears in the lower left corner of the monitors p 31 PROGRAM SHIFT Although exposure calculations can be left to the camera photographers can still have control over the final exposure with the program shift function As described in the basic recording operation p 31 press the shutter release button partway down 1 until the shutter soeed and aperture value are displayed The control dial 2 can then be used to shift the shutter soeed and aperture combination each combination will give the optimum exposure The built in flash cannot be used with program shift The camera gives priority to the flash exposure once the flash is raised any changes made with the program shift will be canceled 53 N D APERTURE PRIORITY A T
48. t is located behind the card slot door Microphone Self timer lamp p 66 1 The focal length scale on the zooming ring is given in 35mm focal length equivalents The DIMAGE Viewer software supplied with the camera can display the actual focal length used to capture the recorded image as well as the equivalent focal length in 35mm photography 12 NAMES OF PARTS Recording mode p 26 Playback mode p 34 Movie mode p 102 op D p Cc D 3 Q D oO o_o s ie m U Display mode switch Display information button p 40 36 Dial release Accessory shoe Eyepiece sensors Main switch Mode dial p 40 Electronic viewfinder EVF p 31 Spot AE lock button p 43 Menu button Ct LE E Access lamp Controller LCD monitor p 16 Remote control terminal cover p 57 Battery chamber lock p 20 QV Delete button p 34 DC AV out terminal cover Speaker DATA PANEL Located on the top of the camera body Exposure modes p oa Drive modes p 58 the data panel shows the status of the e i O ee ae O a White balance p 67 a All icons have been shown for rc 1 C o Shh az e NAAS Ka l Q Camera sensitivity p 70 OWL MF RAW NYO aap Function button LAS l SIZE E Digital subject program icons p 32 Ga _ Digital subject program indicators p 32 Diopter adjustment dial p 31 dE Battery condition indicator p 21 Flash
49. tivity is set to ISO 100 but can be changed with the function dial p 48 As changes are made to the exposure the effect will be visible on the monitors The shutter speed and aperture display will blink on the data panel and turn red on the monitors if the image is extremely under or overexposed If the monitors are black increase the exposure until the image is visible decrease the exposure if the monitors are white If the monitor image is too dark because of the exposure setting press the function button and display information button i at the same time to amplify the image the M on the monitor will turn red The AE system will maintain a bright image on the monitors however the image nor the real time histogram will reflect the final exposure Repeat the procedure to cancel the amplified display When using the built in flash the monitor image is also amplified and does not reflect the ambient light exposure To set the shutter speed e Turn the control dial 1 to set the shutter speed To set the aperture Set the digital effects switch 2 to the exposure compensation position While pressing the digital effects button 3 turn the the control dial 1 to set the aperture Flash compensation p 74 can also be set with the up down key of the controller The operation of the manual exposure mode can be customized with the setup menu p 130 tele ADVANCED RECORDING BULB EXPOSURES Bulb photographs can
50. tors will not activate when the camera is attached to a television The playback mode display will be visible on the television screen 7 View images as described in the playback section Use the television controls to adjust the volume of the audio playback Because of the broadcast standard used to display television images image quality and resolution will appear lower than when displayed on a computer monitor ADVANCED RECORDING This section contains detailed information on the camera s recording functions and operation Read the sections pertaining to your interest and need DISPLAY CONTROLS RECORDING MODE Located on the back of the camera the display mode switch and the display information button control on which monitor the image is displayed and what information is included in the display The three position switch allows the choice between automatic display and setting the display to the EVF or LCD monitor Auto display the camera will automatically change between displaying the live image in the EVF or on the LCD monitor The EVF s eye sensors monitor if the EVF is being used and switches the display location accordingly EVF display the live image will only be displayed in the electronic viewfinder Under bright light the image is easier to see in the EVF than on the LCD monitor LCD monitor display the live image will only be displayed on the LCD monitor If battery power is a concern have the e
51. vice Facility when repairs are required A CAUTION e Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car It may damage the product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries caused by heat fire explosion or leaking battery fluid If batteries are leaking discontinue use of the product The camera temperature rises with extended periods of use Care should be taken to avoid burns Burns may result if the CompactFlash card or batteries are removed immediately after extended periods of use Turn the camera off and wait for it to cool Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects The flash unit discharges a large amount of energy which may cause burns Do not apply pressure to the LCD monitor A damaged monitor may cause injury and the liquid from the monitor may cause inflammation If liquid from the monitor makes contact with skin wash the area with fresh water If liquid from the monitor comes in contact with the eyes immediately rinse the eyes with plenty of water and contact a doctor The rim of the lens hood can cause injury Take care not to accidentally strike anyone with the camera when the lens hood is attached e When using the AC adapter insert the plug securely into the electrical outlet e Do not use if the AC adapter cord is damaged e Do not cover the AC adapter A fire may result e Do not obstruct access to the AC ada
52. ye sensor activate the EVF when in use but not the LCD monitor The auto display function can be changed in the advanced 2 section of the setup menu p 118 40 ADVANCED RECORDING In the center of the display switch the display information button controls what information is displayed with the live image Each time the button is pressed the display cycles to the next format standard display focus frame real time histogram and live image only The number of screens and their formats can be changed in the advanced 1 section of the setup menu p 118 i fo 1 1000 F5 6 Live image only Real time histogram The real time histogram shows the approximate luminance distribution of the live image This histogram will not be accurate when the monitor image is amplified p 28 56 or the built in or a compatible Minolta flash unit is used The histogram of a recorded image may not have the same distribution as the real time histogram PRO AUTO BUTTON Simply pressing the pro auto button 1 resets the camera to programmed and automatic functions in the still image recording mode The camera s systems work together to bring professional results leaving the operator free to concentrate on aesthetic decisions The pro auto button affects functions in either the recording or movie modes p 105 only when the mode is in use Digital subject program Canceled p 32 Exposure mode Program p 53 Drive mode
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