Casio EX-V8 Manuale Utente

1EDigital CameraEX-V8User’s GuideK830PCM1DMXThank you for purchasing this CASIO product.• Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained i

10QUICK START BASICS Using the USB Cradle to Charge1. Plug the USB cradle into a household power outlet.2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle.AC ad

100SHOOTING A MOVIE• The effects of camera movement in an image become more pronounced when you shoot close up or a large zoom factor. Because of this

101SHOOTING A MOVIE1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ ”, and then press [SET].2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the “Short Movie” scen

102SHOOTING A MOVIEPast Movie is similar to a normal movie, except that it captures about five seconds of whatever happened in front of the lens befor

103SHOOTING A MOVIEIMPORTANT!• When Past Movie is selected, the camera continually updates an internal buffer that holds about five seconds of movie i

104USING BEST SHOTUSING BEST SHOTWith BEST SHOT, you simply select the sample scene that is like the one you are trying to shoot, and the camera sets

105USING BEST SHOT Selecting a Sample Scene1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “” or “” and then press [SET].This enters the BEST SHOT mode an

106USING BEST SHOT3. Press [SET] to apply the settings of the selected scene and return to the recording screen.• The settings of the scene you select

107USING BEST SHOTDisplaying Detailed Information about a BEST SHOT SceneTo display detailed information about a BEST SHOT scene, select it with the r

108USING BEST SHOT Creating Your Own BEST SHOT ScenesYou can use the procedure below to save the setups of snapshots or movies that you shot as BEST

109USING BEST SHOTNOTE• Registering a snapshot creates a snapshot setup, while registering a movie creates a movie setup. A snapshot setup can be used

11QUICK START BASICS(pages 210, 214)The settings on this page are required the first time you turn on the camera after purchasing it.• If you make a m

110USING BEST SHOT5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Delete” and then press [SET].This will delete the BEST SHOT user scene you selected and display the ne

111USING BEST SHOTIMPORTANT!• High Sensitivity is disabled following an automatic flash operation using the “Auto Flash” or “Red Eye” setting, or whil

112USING BEST SHOTBEST SHOT has two Business Shot scenes from which to choose. Selecting a Business Shot Scene1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial w

113USING BEST SHOT2. Use [W] and [X] to select the candidate you want to use for correction.3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Correct” and then press [SET

114USING BEST SHOTYou can use this procedure to shoot a portrait and then print it out in a variety of different standard ID photo sizes.The following

115USING BEST SHOT2. Align the guidelines that appear on the monitor screen with the subject in the recorded image.Align the subject so the head fills

116USING BEST SHOT Printing an ID PhotoPrinting an ID photo image will print the same image in various sizes on a single sheet of paper. Then you can

117USING BEST SHOTNOTE• When the camera is at an angle to the photograph you are recording, the shape of the photograph may appear distorted in the re

118USING BEST SHOT3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Trim” and then press [SET].This displays a cropping boundary on the monitor screen.• To cancel the cor

119USING BEST SHOTIMPORTANT!• Digital zoom is disabled while recording with Old Photo. However, you can use optical zoom.• When recording the image of

12QUICK START BASICS6. Use [S] and [T] to select the date format and then press [SET].Example: December 19, 20077. Set the date and the time.Use [W] a

120USING BEST SHOT1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ ”, and then press [SET].2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select “Layout”, and then pres

121USING BEST SHOTIMPORTANT!• Only the final multi-snapshot image is saved in camera memory. The individual snapshots are not saved.• The size of the

122USING BEST SHOT3. Align the focus frame with the subject you want to focus on and then half-press the shutter button.• The focus frame and the crop

123ADVANCED SETTINGSADVANCED SETTINGSYour camera provides you with the four focus modes described below. The initial factory default focus mode is Aut

124ADVANCED SETTINGSPerform the following steps to change the focus mode.1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “REC” tab, select “Focus” and then p

125ADVANCED SETTINGS2. When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way to shoot.NOTE• When proper focusing is not possible bec

126ADVANCED SETTINGSNOTE• When Macro Focus cannot focus properly because the subject is too far away, the camera will switch to the Auto Focus range a

127ADVANCED SETTINGSAuto Focus and Macro Focus Shooting TipsChanging the Auto Focus AreaUse the following procedure to change the metering area used f

128ADVANCED SETTINGSNOTE• When you select “ Multi” as the focus area, nine focus frames appear on the monitor screen. The camera will automatically d

129ADVANCED SETTINGS2. Keeping the shutter button half-pressed, re-compose the image as you like.• When “ Tracking” is selected as the Auto Focus are

13QUICK START BASICS(page 46) Loading a Memory Card into the CameraWhen a memory card is loaded, the camera stores images you shoot on the card.NOTE•

130ADVANCED SETTINGS4. Press the shutter button all the way down without pausing.Pressing the shutter button all the way without pausing at the halfwa

131ADVANCED SETTINGSUsing Infinity FocusAs its name suggests, Infinity Focus fixes focus at infinity ( ). Use this mode when shooting scenery and othe

132ADVANCED SETTINGS2. Use [W] and [X] to focus the image, as you view the results on the monitor screen.At this time the image that is within the bou

133ADVANCED SETTINGSYou can turn on the camera’s Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subject movement or hand movement when shooting a movi

134ADVANCED SETTINGSIMPORTANT!• While the “Anti Shake” setting is “ Auto” or “ Camera Shake”, half pressing the shutter will cause the camera to vib

135ADVANCED SETTINGSYou can turn on the camera’s REC light (AF assist/REC light/self-timer lamp) when shooting where lighting is dim. You can turn on

136ADVANCED SETTINGSIMPORTANT!• You also can use [T] ( ) to cycle through REC light settings (“On” “Off”) while movie recording is in progress.• Never

137ADVANCED SETTINGS3. Use [S] and [T] to adjust the exposure compensation value.[S]: Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light

138ADVANCED SETTINGSNOTE• Performing an EV shift operation while using multi-pattern metering will cause the metering mode to switch automatically to

139ADVANCED SETTINGSNOTE• When “Auto” is selected for the white balance setting, the camera automatically determines the white point of the subject. C

14QUICK START BASICS Formatting a Memory CardBefore you can use a memory card with your camera, you must format it.IMPORTANT!• Formatting a memory ca

140ADVANCED SETTINGS Configuring the White Balance Setting ManuallyUnder complex lighting conditions, the preset white balance settings may not be ab

141ADVANCED SETTINGSISO sensitivity is a value that expresses sensitivity to light. A larger value indicates higher sensitivity, which is better for s

142ADVANCED SETTINGSThe metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure.1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “Quality” t

143ADVANCED SETTINGSIMPORTANT!• The metering mode will change to “Center Weighted” automatically if you change the EV shift value (page 136) to anythi

144ADVANCED SETTINGS3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].• You can also correct the dynamic range of a photograph yo

145ADVANCED SETTINGSThe camera’s filter feature lets you add color tints to your images as you shoot them. The color effect look just like what you wo

146ADVANCED SETTINGSUse the following procedure to adjust the saturation of colors in your images.1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “Quality” t

147ADVANCED SETTINGSYou can have the snapshot’s recording date only, or date and time stamped in the lower right corner of the image.1. In a REC mode,

148ADVANCED SETTINGSThe on-screen histogram that provides a graphic representation of the current exposure of the image. You can also display the hist

149ADVANCED SETTINGSExample HistogramsA histogram towards the left side results when the overall image is dark. A histogram that is too far to the lef

15QUICK START BASICS(page 56)1. Slide open the lens cover to turn on the camera.• Take care that you do not touch the lens when sliding the lens cover

150ADVANCED SETTINGSThe following functions are also available in a REC mode to help make your digital image more efficient and enjoyable.• Assign fun

151ADVANCED SETTINGS1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “REC” tab, select “L/R Key”, and then press [X].3. Use [S] and [T] to select the function

152ADVANCED SETTINGSDisplaying the Image You Just Recorded (Image Review)When you purchase your camera, it is initially configured with the Image Revi

153ADVANCED SETTINGS3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].IMPORTANT!• The icons listed below do not appear on the dis

154ADVANCED SETTINGS4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].* Optical zoom position only.To do this:Select this setting

155ADVANCED SETTINGSResetting the Camera to Its Initial Factory DefaultsUse the following procedure when you want to return to the camera to its initi

156VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESVIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESUse the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen.1. Open the le

157VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES3. Use [W] and [X] to scroll between images.Press [X] to scroll forward and [W] to scroll back.NOTE• Holding down [W] o

158VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESAudio Playback ControlsYou can adjust volume while playback is in progress or paused only.Use the following procedure t

159VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESTo switch to a REC modeYou can enter a REC Mode by performing any one of the following operations.– Press the shutter b

16QUICK START BASICS5. Continuing to keep the camera still, press the shutter button all the way down.The recorded image will remain on the display fo

160VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESPlaying Back a Movie with Anti ShakeUse the following procedure when you want to play back a movie with Anti Shake. Ant

161VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESImages (Select the files you want to include in the slideshow.)• All images: Includes all snapshots, movies, and audio

162VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES4. Use [S] and [T] to select “Start” and then press [SET] to start the slideshow.The slideshow is performed in accordan

163VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES Changing the Background MusicYou can change from the built-in background music that plays when you execute “Effect” t

164VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES3. Create a folder named “SSBGM”.4. Double-click the “SSBGM” folder you created and copy the background music file to i

165VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES Playing a Slideshow on the USB Cradle (Photo Stand)You can play a slideshow on the camera while it is mounted on the

166VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESTo stop a slideshowPress the USB cradle’s [PHOTO] button. This will turn off the camera.IMPORTANT!• The battery does no

167VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES3. Turn on the TV and select its video input mode.If the TV has more than one video input, select the one where the USB

168VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESNOTE• You can use the camera’s USB cradle to connect to a DVD recorder or video deck and record images from the camera.

169VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESIMPORTANT!• Select the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) that matches the type of TV you plan to use. You may also need to con

17QUICK START BASICS(page 156)1. Press [ ] to enter the PLAY mode.If there are multiple images in memory, use [W] and [X] to scroll through them. To

170VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESTo zoom back out, slide the zoom controller towards [] ().• If display indicators are turned on, an indicator in the lo

171VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESUse the following procedure to display a calendar, which shows the first image recorded on each date of a particular mo

172VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESIMPORTANT!• Note following points about how certain editing functions of the camera affect the date with which the imag

173EDITING IMAGESEDITING IMAGESYou can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retaine

174EDITING IMAGESIMPORTANT!• You cannot resize a VGA (640 × 480 pixels) size image.• Resizing a snapshot shot with an aspect ratio of 3:2 will cause t

175EDITING IMAGES4. Use the zoom controller to zoom, and [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move around the zoomed image to display the part you want to extrac

176EDITING IMAGES4. Use [W] and [X] to select the candidate you want to correct.5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Correct” and then press [SET].• Select “

177EDITING IMAGES6. Move the zoom controller up and down to zoom the cropping boundary.7. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the selection boundary to

178EDITING IMAGESUse the procedure in this section to change the date and time of a previously recorded image.1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to

179EDITING IMAGESPerform the following procedure to rotate the image (snapshot or movie) currently on the monitor screen. This feature comes in handy

18QUICK START BASICS(page 97)1. Align the mode dial with “ ” (Movie).This causes “ ” (Movie) to appear on the monitor screen.• If “ ” (PLAY Mode) is o

180EDITING IMAGESYou can use the following procedure to insert snapshots into the frames of a layout and produce a new image that contains multiple sn

181EDITING IMAGES6. Press [SET].7. Use [W] and [X] to select the snapshot for the layout and then press [SET].8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for all of the o

182EDITING IMAGESYou can use the white balance setting to select a light source type for a recorded image, which will affect the colors of the image.1

183EDITING IMAGES• Normally, the initially selected white balance setting on the above menu is the one that was used when you originally recorded the

184EDITING IMAGES4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].• To cancel the brightness adjustment operation, press [W] or

185EDITING IMAGESYou can use the following procedure to reduce underexposure only, while maintaining the bright areas of an image.1. In the PLAY mode,

186EDITING IMAGESYou can perform the following cut operations on the camera to edit movies you have recorded.IMPORTANT!• When you edit a movie, only t

187EDITING IMAGES1. Play back the movie you want to edit.2. Press [SET] to pause playback.• Check to make sure that “ ” (cut icon) is displayed on the

188EDITING IMAGES6. Press [T] to perform the required cut operation(s).7. In response to the confirmation message that appears, use [S] and [T] to sel

189EDITING IMAGESMOTION PRINT lets you capture a movie frame and use it to create a snapshot. The snapshot you create can be either of the two formats

19QUICK START BASICSMovie Image QualityYour camera lets you select from among six image quality settings (UHQ, UHQ Wide, HQ, HQ Wide, Normal, LP) for

190EDITING IMAGES6. After displaying the movie frame you want, press [SET].• If you selected “9 frames” in step 4, the camera will create a 9-frame sn

191USING AUDIOUSING AUDIOThe dubbing feature of your camera lets you add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it. A snapshot that includes audio (regar

192USING AUDIO Re-recording Snapshot AudioIMPORTANT!• Note that you cannot restore the original audio once you delete or re-record the audio of a sna

193USING AUDIOVoice Recording lets you record audio only, without a snapshot or movie.Using built-in memory only, you get up to about 36 minutes, 46 s

194USING AUDIO5. Now you can repeat steps 3 and 4 to record more, or you can exit this procedure by pressing [SET] and selecting another BEST SHOT sce

195USING AUDIOVoice Recording Playback ControlsTo do this: Do this:Fast forward or fast reverse playback. Hold down [X] or [W].Pause or restart playba

196MANAGING YOUR FILESMANAGING YOUR FILESYour camera treats each snapshot, movie, and Voice Recording, as a separate file.You can delete, protect, and

197MANAGING YOUR FILESNOTE• You can view folder and file names on your computer. For details about how file names are displayed on the camera’s monito

198MANAGING YOUR FILES4. Use [S] and [T] to select “On” and then press [SET].An image that is protected is indicated by the “ ” icon.5. Now you can re

199MANAGING YOUR FILESThe FAVORITE folder is located in the camera’s built-in memory, and you can use it to store personal snapshots that you do not w

2UNPACKINGUNPACKINGAs you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all items shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your origina

20QUICK START BASICS(page 158)The film-like frame that appears on the monitor screen indicates that this is an image from a movie.1. Press [ ] to ente

200MANAGING YOUR FILESIMPORTANT!• The snapshot copied to the FAVORITE folder is converted to QVGA size (320 × 240 pixels). A snapshot in the FAVORITE

201MANAGING YOUR FILESPerform the following steps to view FAVORITE folder contents on your computer.1. Remove the memory card from the camera.2. Place

202MANAGING YOUR FILES Copying All Files in Built-in Memory to a Memory CardThe following operation copies all files from built-in memory to a memory

203MANAGING YOUR FILES7. Now you can repeat steps 5 and 6 to copy another file, or you can exit this procedure by pressing [MENU].NOTE• Files are copi

204DELETING FILESDELETING FILESYou can delete files you no longer need, or after you transfer them to your computer’s hard disk or print them. This fr

205DELETING FILES1. In the PLAY mode, press [T] ( ).2. Use [S] and [T] to select “All Files Delete” and then press [SET].3. In response to the confirm

206OTHER SETTINGSOTHER SETTINGSYour camera lets you configure the following sound settings.• Type of sound and volume for shutter release and other op

207OTHER SETTINGS Setting the Operation Tone Volume Level1. Press [MENU].2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds” and then press [X].3. Use [S] and [T

208OTHER SETTINGSYou can configure the camera to display a startup screen of an image you recorded, whenever you turn it on.• Even if you configure st

209OTHER SETTINGSUse the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial number used in file names (page 196).1. Press [

21QUICK START BASICS(page 204)You can use the following procedure to delete files you have transferred to your computer’s hard disk, images you have p

210OTHER SETTINGSWhen changing the date and time setting, be sure to do so for your Home City (the location where you normally use the camera). If you

211OTHER SETTINGS Setting the Date and Time for Your Home City1. Press [MENU].2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Adjust” and then press [X].3. Set the d

212OTHER SETTINGSYou can use the World Time screen to view the current time in zone that is different from your Home City when you go on a trip, etc.

213OTHER SETTINGS5. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the area where the city you want to view is located and then press [SET].6. Use [S] and [T] t

214OTHER SETTINGSYou can use the procedure below to select a display text language.• The number and types of languages depend on the geographic area w

215OTHER SETTINGSYou can use the following procedure to change the brightness of the monitor screen.1. Press [MENU].2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select

216OTHER SETTINGSYou can use the procedure below to change the USB communication protocol that is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer,

217OTHER SETTINGSYou can use the procedure below to specify what happens when you press the [ ] (PLAY) button.1. Press [MENU].2. On the “Set Up” tab,

218OTHER SETTINGSFormatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it.IMPORTANT!• Note that data deleted by a format operation cannot be recovered

219PRINTINGPRINTINGThere are three different methods you can use for printing images.Types of PrintingProfessional Print Service (page 220)Take the me

22INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION BEST SHOT for beautiful shots simply by selecting a sample image built into the cameraSimply select the scene that is simi

220PRINTING Printing Precautions• See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about print quality and paper settings.• Contact

221PRINTING Printing on a Printer that Supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINTYou can connect the camera directly to a PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT

222PRINTING5. Turn off the camera and place it onto the USB cradle.6. Turn on the printer.7. Load paper into the printer.8. Press the USB cradle’s [US

223PRINTING11.Use [S] and [T] to specify the print option you want.If you want to print a specific image:Select “1 Image” and then press [SET]. After

224PRINTINGDPOF (Digital Print Order Format) lets you specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and whether date stamping is turne

225PRINTING5. Use [S] and [T] to specify the number of copies.• You can specify up to 99 for the number of copies. Specify 0 if you do not want to pri

226PRINTINGClear DPOF settings when you no longer need them!DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. This means that if

227PRINTING• You can insert dates using the bundled Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM (page 232) software (Windows only).• Request date stamping when orderi

228PRINTING Exif PrintPrinting on a printer that also supports Exif Print (Exif 2.2) uses information about shooting conditions recorded with the ima

229USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERUSING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERConnecting the camera to a computer with the bundled USB cable provides you with th

23INTRODUCTION LCD PanelThe liquid crystal panel of the monitor screen uses high-precision technology that provides a pixel yield in excess of 99.99%

230USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERIMPORTANT!• This camera supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed protocol. Though it can be used with a computer that supports onl

231USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTEREdit moviesVista/XP/2000Movie Wizard 3.2 SE VCD• You also need to install DirectX, Microsoft Windows Media Player,

232USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements for Bundled SoftwareComputer system requirements are different for each of the appli

233USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERVideoStudio 10 Plus for CASIO (Trial Version)* 30-day trial versionIMPORTANT!• For details about the minimum system

234USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERViewing and Storing Images on a ComputerYou can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your computer b

235USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Connecting the Camera to Your Computer the First TimeIMPORTANT!• If you are not using the AC adaptor to power the

236USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER2. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and the USB port of your computer.• O

237USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER7. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button.Camera-Computer ConnectionPressing the cradle’s [USB] button puts it into th

238USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Connecting the Camera to Your Computer after the First TimeSince you need to configure menu settings only the fir

239USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER5. Double-click the file that contains the image you want to view.This displays the image.• For information about f

24INTRODUCTION• Macintosh, Mac OS, QuickTime, QuickTime logo, and iPhoto are trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.• Mu

240USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER4. On the shortcut menu that appears, click “Copy”.5. Windows XP users: Click “Start” and then “My Documents”.Windo

241USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Removing the Camera from the USB CradleWindows Vista/XP/98SE/98 UsersPress the USB cradle [USB] button. After mak

242USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER3. Click “Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM 3.1” to select it and then click “Read me”.• “Read me” files contain importan

243USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERPlaying MoviesYou can play back movies on a computer that has QuickTime 7 or higher installed. To play back a movie

244USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Minimum Computer System Requirements for Movie PlaybackThe minimum system requirements described below are necess

245USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER3. Click “YouTube Uploader for CASIO” to select it and then click “Read me.”• “Read me” files contain important inf

246USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER4. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button.• YouTube Uploader for CASIO will start up automatically. • The first time y

247USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTEREditing a MovieIn order to edit movies on your PC, you need to install Movie Wizard 3.2 SE VCD from the bundled CD-

248USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERTransferring Images to the CameraIn order to return images from your computer memory back to the camera, install Ph

249USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Transferring image files to the camera1. First, connect the camera to your computer.• See page 235 for informatio

25INTRODUCTION• The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.• The content of this manual has been checked at each step of the pro

250USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER4. Follow the instructions that appear on the display to transfer the image file to the camera.• The image transfer

251USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER5. Use your mouse to select the area of the screen you want to capture.Move your mouse pointer to the upper left co

252USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERViewing User Documentation (PDF Files)1.Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CD-ROM drive.

253USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERInstall the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want

254USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERViewing and Storing Images on a MacintoshYou can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your Macintosh

255USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER2. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and the USB port of your Macintosh.•

256USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER7. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button.Camera-Macintosh ConnectionPressing the cradle’s [USB] button puts it into t

257USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Connecting the Camera to Your Macintosh after the First TimeSince you need to configure menu settings only the fi

258USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Saving an Image on Your MacintoshIn order to work on an image to put it into an album, you must first save it to

259USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Removing the Camera from the USB Cradle1. On your Macintosh screen, drag the camera drive to Trash.2. Press the U

26INTRODUCTION Take test shots before shooting the final shot.• Before shooting your final image, shoot a test shot to ensure that the camera is reco

260USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Minimum Computer System Requirements for Movie PlaybackThe minimum system requirements described below are necess

261USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERThe method you should use to read files from a memory card depends on the type of computer you have. Some typical e

262USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERThe camera stores images you shoot and other data in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF).

263USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER*1 Other folders are created when the following BEST SHOT scenes are used for recording: “For eBay” or “Auction” (s

264USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Supported Image Files• Image files shot with this camera• DCF-compliant image filesEven if an image is DCF-compli

265APPENDIXAPPENDIXThe numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each part is explained. CameraFrontBackGeneral Guide1Shutter (page 59)2Lens Co

266APPENDIXBottom USB CradleFrontBackbqSpeaker (page 157)brBattery/Memory Card Slots (pages 36, 48)bsCradle Contact (page 38)btTripod HoleUse this ho

267APPENDIXThe monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status.• The sample screens in this sect

268APPENDIX Snapshot Playback Mode1File Type (page 156)2Protect Indicator (page 197)3Folder Name/File Name (page 196)4Snapshot Image Quality (page 63

269APPENDIXThe tables in this section show the items that appears on the menus that appear on the monitor screen when you press [MENU]. The items incl

27INTRODUCTION Display Panel• Do not apply strong pressure to the LCD panel surface or subject it to strong impact. Doing so can cause the display pa

270APPENDIXQuality Tab MenuSet Up Tab MenuSize 8M (3264 × 2448)* / 3:2 (3264 × 2176) / 6M (2816 × 2112) / 4M (2304 × 1728) / 2M (1600 × 1200) / VGA (6

271APPENDIX PLAY ModePLAY Tab MenuUSB Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT)* / PTP (PictBridge)Video Out NTSC 4:3 / NTSC 16:9 / PAL 4:3 / PAL 16:9Format Fo

272APPENDIX“Set Up” Tab• The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in a REC mode and PLAY mode.The camera has lamps: an Operation Lamp and an AF a

273APPENDIX REC ModeIMPORTANT!• Never remove the memory card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so will cause the imag

274APPENDIX USB Cradle Indicator LampsThe USB cradle has two indicator lamps: a [CHARGE] lamp and a USB lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate

275APPENDIXFinding the Problem and Fixing ItTroubleshooting GuideProblem Possible Causes and ActionPower SupplyPower does not turn on. 1) The battery

276APPENDIXThe subject is out of focus in the recorded image.The image may not be focused properly. When composing the image, make sure the subject is

277APPENDIXAn image I shot was not saved.1) Camera power may have been turned off before the save operation was complete, which will result in the ima

278APPENDIXPlaybackThe color of the playback image is different from what appears on the monitor screen when shooting.Sunlight or light from another s

279APPENDIXOtherThe wrong date and time are displayed.The date and time setting is wrong. Set the correct date and time (page 210).The messages on the

28INTRODUCTION Water and Foreign Matter• Water, other liquids, or foreign matter (especially metal) getting inside the camera creates the risk of fir

280APPENDIXDisplay MessagesALERT The camera’s protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and w

281APPENDIXLENS ERROR 2 The Camera Shake unit may be malfunctioning. If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer o

282APPENDIX Main Specifications Camera FunctionsSpecificationsProduct Type Digital CameraModel EX-V8Image FilesFormatSnapshots:JPEG (Exif Version 2

283APPENDIXVGA(640 × 480)Fine 330 KB 36 images 2930 imagesNormal 190 KB 62 images 5090 imagesEconomy 140 KB 85 images 6908 imagesImage Size (Pixels)Im

284APPENDIX* The number of image values are approximate and are provided for reference only. The actual number of images you may be able to record may

285APPENDIXShutter CCD shutter, mechanical shutter Snapshot (Auto): 1/2 to 1/800 secondSnapshot (Manual Exposure/Shutter Speed Priority AE): 60 to 1/8

286APPENDIX Power SupplyApproximate Battery LifeAll of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (2

287APPENDIX• Measurement Conditions*1 Number of Shots (CIPA)In accordance with CIPA standardsNormal temperature (23°C (73°F)), monitor on, zoom operat

288APPENDIX Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-50) USB Cradle (CA-35) Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type) (AD-C52G)• Power cord precautions for use i

289CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.6-2, Hon-machi 1-chomeShibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, JapanMA0709-BMF

29INTRODUCTION Disassembly and Modification• Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any way. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock,

3CONTENTSCONTENTSUNPACKING 2QUICK START BASICS 9First, charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Configuring Display Language, D

30INTRODUCTION• Do not expose or immerse the battery in fresh water or salt water. Doing so can damage the battery, and cause deterioration of its per

31INTRODUCTION• Be sure to read the user documentation that comes with the camera and special charger unit before using or charging the battery.• If a

32INTRODUCTION• Never touch the AC adaptor while your hands are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock.• Misuse of the AC adaptor creates th

33INTRODUCTION Battery Life• Battery continuous operation times provided in this manual represent the approximate amount of time before the camera tu

34INTRODUCTION Operating Environment• The operating temperature range of the camera is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).• Do not place the camera in any o

35INTRODUCTION Caring for your camera• Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the lens surface can interfere with proper operation of the ca

36GETTING READYGETTING READYYour camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-50).IMPORTANT!• Use of any type of battery other than NP-

37GETTING READY3. Close the battery cover.Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide it securely into place as you press it against the camera.The

38GETTING READY3. With the camera positioned so the monitor screen is facing towards you as shown in the illustration, place it onto the USB cradle.Th

39GETTING READYIf the [CHARGE] lamp flashes redThis indicates that the camera or battery is faulty, or that the battery is loaded in the camera incorr

4CONTENTSSHOOTING A SNAPSHOT 56Specifying the Recording Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Holding the Camera Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40GETTING READY Battery Power Conservation Tips• When you do not need to use the flash, select “ ” (flash off) for the flash setting (page 72).• Enab

41GETTING READYReplacing the Battery1.Open the battery cover.2. With the camera oriented with its monitor screen facing upwards as shown in the illust

42GETTING READY Storage Precautions• Though a rechargeable lithium ion battery provides high capacity in a compact configuration, long-term storage w

43GETTING READY Turning Power OnTo turn power on and enter a REC modeOpen the lens cover.• If the camera is already turned and in the PLAY mode with

44GETTING READY Turning Power OffClose the lens cover.• To turn off the camera while the lens cover is closed, press [] (PLAY).NOTE• You can configur

45GETTING READY Battery Power Conservation FeaturesThis camera is equipped with a sleep function and auto power off function to conserve battery powe

46GETTING READYYou can store images you shoot with the camera on a memory card. It is up to you to purchase a commercially available memory card. In a

47GETTING READYIMPORTANT!• See the instructions that come with the memory card for information about how to use it.• Certain types of cards can slow d

48GETTING READYLoading a Memory Card into the CameraIMPORTANT!• Make sure you always turn off the camera before loading or removing a memory card.• Be

49GETTING READYReplacing the Memory Card1.Remove the memory card from the camera.Press the memory card and then release it, so it comes part way out.

5CONTENTSADVANCED SETTINGS 123Changing the Focus Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Using Auto Focus 124 Using Macro Focus 125 Using Inf

50GETTING READYFormatting a Memory CardBefore using a new memory card for the first time, you need to format it. Once you format a memory card, you wi

51GETTING READY Memory Card Precautions• If a memory card starts to behave abnormally, you can restore normal operation by reformatting it. However,

52GETTING READYMenu Screen Operation ButtonsThe following is the procedure for menu operations in a REC mode.1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].This displ

53GETTING READYEach press of [S] (DISP) changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below. REC Modes PLAY modeChanging the Contents of the M

54GETTING READYIMPORTANT!• Pressing [S] (DISP) will not change monitor screen contents during standby or recording of an audio snapshot.• You can use

55GETTING READYPLAY modeCurrent ScreenTo return to the normal playback screenMenu screen [MENU] or [ ]REC mode screen Press [ ].Delete screenPress [ ]

56SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTSHOOTING A SNAPSHOTYour CASIO digital camera has eight recording modes, each of which is described below. Before recording an ima

57SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTNOTE• The icon of the currently selected recording mode (like “ ” for the Snapshot mode) is displayed on the monitor screen.Holdi

58SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTIMPORTANT!• Take care that your fingers and the strap do not cover any of the areas indicated in the illustration.NOTE• Good-look

59SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT1. Slide open the lens cover to turn on the camera.2. Align the mode dial with (Snapshot).Confirm that the subject (people, scen

6CONTENTSEDITING IMAGES 173Resizing a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173Cropping a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT4. Shoot the image.When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way.This will shoot the snapshot and save

61SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT. Fully pressing the shutter button without waiting for Auto Focus• You can shoot snapshots by pressing the shutter button all t

62SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTSpecifying Image SizeA digital camera image is a collection of small dots (pixels).The size of an image indicates how many pixels

63SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT• Selecting 3:2 (3264 × 2176 pixels) records images with an aspect ratio of 3:2, which matches the standard aspect ratio (3:2) of

64SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTNOTE• The “Fine” setting helps to bring out details when shooting a finely detailed image of nature that includes dense tree bran

65SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “REC” tab, select “AF Assist Light” and then press [X].3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Off

66SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT4. Shoot the image.When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way.This will shoot the snapshot and save

67SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].• An asterisk (*) indicates reset default settings.4. Aft

68SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Monitor Screen when Shooting Snapshots• The image that appears on the monitor screen is for image composition. The actual image

69SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTYour camera provides you with 7X optical zoom (which changes the lens focal distance), which can be used in combination with digi

7CONTENTSOTHER SETTINGS 206Configuring Camera Sound Settings. . . . . . . . . . 206Turning the Startup Screen On or Off . . . . . . . . . 208Specifyin

70SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT• The zoom controller has two speeds. Sliding the zoom controller further upwards or downwards zooms at high speed.3. Press the s

71SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT● Zoom Values for Each Image Size• The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 62). The smaller the image size,

72SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Turning Off Digital ZoomYou can turn off digital zoom if you want to use optical zoom only. This will help to avoid deteriorate

73SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTApproximate Flash Range (ISO Sensitivity: Auto)• The flash range changes in accordance with optical zoom.1. In a REC mode, press

74SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTRed-eye reductionUsing the flash to shoot at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are i

75SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Changing the Flash Intensity1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Flash Intensity” and then press [X]

76SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Flash Assist” and then press [X].3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Of

77SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTWith the self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer, and the shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed

78SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTUsing the Self-timer to Shoot an Image• The image is not shot right away after you press the shutter button. Instead, shooting st

79SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTYour camera has three continuous shutter modes.Selecting the Continuous Shutter Mode1.In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “REC”

8CONTENTSUSING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 229What you can do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229Using the Camera with a Windows C

80SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTRecording with Normal-speed Continuous Shutter, High-speed Continuous Shutter, and Flash Continuous Shutter1.Press the shutter bu

81SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT• Note that the resolution of images recorded with the high-speed continuous shutter mode or flash continuous shutter mode is som

82SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Recording Audio for a Snapshot1. Press the shutter button to shoot.This monitor screen will show the image you just shot, along

83SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTIMPORTANT!• Take care that you do not block the camera’s microphone with your fingers while recording.• Good recording results ar

84SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTThe face recognition feature gives priority to the human faces in an image for focus and brightness settings. The following descr

85SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT5. Half-press the shutter button.The focus frame of the face that is focused becomes green.6. When you are ready to shoot, press

86SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT5. When the message “Face recognition successful!” appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Save” and then press [SET].This will recor

87SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT5. Use [W] and [X] to select a name, and then press [T].• You can select any one of 12 preset names to face data.6. Use [W] and [

88SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Shooting a Snapshot using Recorded and Edited Face DataAfter you record and edit face data, you can use it to shoot photographs

89SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTNOTE• Be sure to select “ (Tracking)” for the AF area whenever “Family First” is selected as the face recognition mode (page 127

9QUICK START BASICSQUICK START BASICS(page 36) Loading the Battery into the Camera1. Open the battery cover.2. Load the battery into the camera.3. Cl

90SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTNOTE• Selecting “Quantity” while using the Normal mode will make it possible to detected smaller faces at a greater distance than

91SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT• Face recognition in the Family First mode may be slower than in the Normal mode because the camera needs time to determine whet

92SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Shooting with Aperture Priority AE (A Mode)With aperture priority AE, you set the aperture and the camera sets the appropriate

93SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT3. Half-press the shutter button.The camera will focus the image in accordance with your setting.• The shutter speed and aperture

94SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT1. Set the mode dial to “S”.2. Press [SET] as many times as required to select the shutter speed setting and then use [W] and [X]

95SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Shooting with Manual Exposure Settings (M mode)The following shows the ranges for the shutter speed and aperture settings you c

96SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT4. Half-press the shutter button.The camera will focus the image in accordance with your settings.• The shutter speed and apertur

97SHOOTING A MOVIESHOOTING A MOVIEBefore shooting a movie, you should specify a movie image quality setting. Movie image quality is a standard that de

98SHOOTING A MOVIEMovie File FormatsMovies are recorded using H.264/AVC MOV format.Movies you shoot with your camera can be played back on a computer

99SHOOTING A MOVIEShooting with MOVIE BEST SHOTWith MOVIE BEST SHOT (page 104), you select the preset scene that is closest to the one you want to sho