Casio QV-R4 manual

Digital Camera QV-R3/QV-R4 User’s Guide K862PCM1DMX E Thank you f or purchasing this CASIO Product. Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’ s Guide, and k eep the User’ s Guide in a safe place f or future ref erence. QV-R4 All the illustrations in this manual sho w the QV -R4. See the text that accompanies the[...]

INTRODUCTION 2 INTRODUCTION Unpacking Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your deale r as soon as possible. Camera Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-30) Strap CD-ROM Special USB Cable User’s Guide Charger Unit (BC-20) CHARGE[...]

INTRODUCTION 3 Contents 2 INTRODUCTION Unpacking .................................................................... 2 Contents ....................................................................... 3 Features ....................................................................... 8 Precautions ....................................................[...]

INTRODUCTION 4 Recording Consecutive Images (Continuous Shutter Mode) ........................................ 59 Combining Shots of T wo People into a Single Image (Coupling Shot) .......................................................... 60 Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background Image (Pre-shot) ..........................................[...]

INTRODUCTION 5 PRINT Image Matching I I ................................................ 95 Exif Print ..................................................................... 95 96 OTHER SETTINGS Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method ........................................................................ 96 Turning the Key T one O[...]

INTRODUCTION 6 104 USING A MEMORY CARD Using a Memory Card .............................................. 105 T o insert a memory card into the camera 105 T o remove a memory card from the camera 105 Formatting a Memory Card 106 Memory Card Precautions 107 Copying Files ........................................................... 107 T o copy all th[...]

INTRODUCTION 7 IMPORTANT! • The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsi- bility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this manual. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsi- bility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of the[...]

INTRODUCTION 8 Features • High-resolution primary color CCD Everything from rich skin tones in portraits to fine details in scenery shots come out with amazingly realistic clarity. • Effective Pixels QV-R3: 3.20 million pixels (3.34 million total pixels) QV-R4: 4.00 million pixels (4.13 million total pixels) • 1.6-inch TFT color LCD monitor s[...]

INTRODUCTION 9 Precautions General Precautions Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the QV-R3/QV-R4. All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the cam- era” refer to the CASIO QV-R3/QV-R4 Digital Camera. • Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while operating a motor vehicle or w[...]

INTRODUCTION 10 • Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and never let it get wet. Moisture creates the danger of fire and electric shock. Never use the camera outdoors in the rain or snow, at the seashore or beach, in the bathroom, etc. • Should foreign matter or water ever get into the camera, immediately turn power off, unplug th[...]

INTRODUCTION 11 Operating conditions • This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from 0 ° C to 40 ° C (32 ° F to 104 ° F). • Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas. — In areas subject to direct sunlight — In areas subject to high humidity or dust — Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to t[...]

INTRODUCTION 12 LED Backlight • The monitor screen is illuminated by an LED backlight. A dark monitor screen indicates that the LED backlight has reached the end of its service life, and needs to be re- placed by a CASIO service center. Note that you will be charged for LED backlight replacement. The LED backlight brightness is reduced by half af[...]

INTRODUCTION 13 GUIDELINES LAID DOWN BY FCC RULES FOR USE OF THIS UNIT IN THE U.S.A. (not applicable to other areas). 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 in- terference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in- cluding i[...]

QUICK START GUIDE 14 QUICK START GUIDE Getting Ready C H A R G E To record an image (See page 38 for details.) 1. Attach the battery to the charger unit, and then charge it (page 23). • It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge. 2. Load the battery into the camera (page 25). 3. Configure screen message language, home time zone, and curren[...]

QUICK START GUIDE 15 To view a recorded image (See page 82 for details.) MF D P O F PREVIEW MENU DISP SET ON/OF F 1 2 3 To delete an image (See page 89 for details.) MF D P O F PR E V I E W MEN U DISP SET ON/OF F 1 3 2 4, 5 6 1. Press the power button to turn on the cam- era. 2. Align the mode dial with (Play Mode). 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll thr[...]

GETTING READY 16 GETTING READY This section contains about things you need to know about and do before trying to use the camera. General Guide The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera. 1 Zoom controller 2 Shutter release button 3 Power button 4 Self-timer lamp 5 Flash 6 AF assist lamp 7 Lens 8 T[...]

GETTING READY 17 Back MF D P O F PR E V I E W MEN U D I SP SET ON/OF F K F C D E L O M Q G H I N J P C Monitor Screen D Viewfinder E Diopter slider F Operation lamp G / DPOF (Self-timer/Continuous Shutter/DPOF) button H (Flash/Delete) button I MF (Macro/Infinity/Manual Focus/Protect) button J PREVIEW (Preview/Album) button K Mode dial : Play Mode :[...]

GETTING READY 18 Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera ’ s status. Recording Mode Quality FINE NORMAL ECONOMY Battery capacity Image size 2304 ҂ 1712 pixels (QV-R4) 2240 ҂ 1680 pixels (QV-R4) 2048 ҂ 1536 pixels (QV-R3) 1600 ҂ 1200 pixels 1280 ҂ 960 pixels 640 ҂ 480 pi[...]

GETTING READY 19 Folder number/ File number Quality FINE NORMAL ECONOMY Battery capacity Image size 2304 ҂ 1712 pixels (QV-R4) 2240 ҂ 1680 pixels (QV-R4) 2048 ҂ 1536 pixels (QV-R3) 1600 ҂ 1200 pixels 1280 ҂ 960 pixels 640 ҂ 480 pixels Date and time Image protection indicator Built-in memory selected for data storage. Memory card selected for [...]

GETTING READY 20 Indicators on (page 18) Histogram on (page 75) Indicators off Monitor screen off * Indicator Lamps The color and condition (lit, unlit, flashing) of the indicator lamps keep you informed about the current status of the camera. For details, see “ Indicator Lamp Reference ” on page 133. Self-timer lamp Changing the Contents of th[...]

GETTING READY 21 Attaching the Strap Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the illustration. IMPORTANT! • Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when us- ing the camera to protect against accidentally drop- ping it. • The supplied strap is intended for use with this camera only. Do not use it for any other application. • Never s[...]

GETTING READY 22 IMPORTANT! • Use the soft case for storage of this camera, and its battery and memory card only. • The strap that comes with the soft case is intended for use with the soft case only. Never use it for any other purpose. • Never swing the camera around by the soft case strap. • Wearing the soft case strap around your neck an[...]

GETTING READY 23 Power Requirements Your camera can operate on either battery power or AC power. • Battery One NP-30 rechargeable lithium ion battery The battery is not charged when you purchase the camera. You need to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time. • Household AC Power AC Adaptor: AD-C40 (Option) Using the Charg[...]

GETTING READY 24 ■ To charge the battery 1. Positioning the positive and negative termi- nals of the battery as shown in the illustration, attach the battery to the charger unit. • Plug the charger unit into a household power outlet. 2. The CHARGE lamp on the charger unit should turn red, indicating that charging has started. 3. Charging is com[...]

GETTING READY 25 To load the battery into the camera 1. Slide the battery cover on the side of the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow and then swing it open. 2. Slide the stopper in the direction indi- cated by the arrow in the illustration and hold it. 3. Orienting the battery so the contacts markings on the side of the battery are in [...]

GETTING READY 26 4. Swing the battery cover up and then slide it closed as you press down at the point indicated by the arrow in the illustra- tion. IMPORTANT! • Use only the special NP-30 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported. NOTE • To remove the battery from the camera, open [...]

GETTING READY 27 ■ Tips to Make the Battery Last Longer • If you do not need the flash while recording, select (flash off) for the flash mode. See page 46 for more infor- mation. • Enable the Auto Power Off and the Sleep features (page 33) to protect against wasting battery power when you for- get to turn off the camera. • Use the DISP butt[...]

GETTING READY 28 • Failure to observe any of the following precautions while using the battery creates the risk of over-heat- ing, fire, and explosion. — Never use any other type of charger except the one specially specified for the battery. — Use this battery only with a product for which it is expressly specified. — Never use or leave the[...]

GETTING READY 29 ● PRECAUTIONS DURING USE • This battery is designed for use with a CASIO digital camera only. See your camera ’ s Users Guide to find out if it supports use of this battery. • Use only the special charger unit to charge the bat- tery. Never use any other type of charger unit for charging. • This battery initially not char[...]

GETTING READY 30 ■ Charger Unit Precautions • Never plug the charger unit into an outlet whose volt- age rating is different from that marked on the charger unit. Doing so creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock. • Never plug in or unplug the charger unit while your hands are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock.[...]

GETTING READY 31 ■ Adaptor Precautions • Never use an electrical outlet whose voltage is outside the rating marked on the AC adaptor. Doing so can create the danger of fire or electric shock. Use only the optional AC adaptor specified for this camera. • Do not allow the AC adaptor power cord to become cut or damaged, do not place heavy object[...]

GETTING READY 32 Turning the Camera On and Off Press the power button to turn the camera on and off. Pressing the power button to turn on the camera causes the green operation lamp to flash . Press the power button again to turn off the camera. Green operation lamp ON/OFF Power button IMPORTANT! • If camera power is turned off by the Auto Power O[...]

GETTING READY 33 5. Use [ ] and [ ] to change the currently se- lected setting, and then press SET. • Available Auto Power Off settings are: 3 min, 5 min, and off. • Available Sleep settings are: 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min, and off. • Note that the Sleep feature does not operate in the Play Mode. • Pressing any button while the camera is in the S[...]

GETTING READY 34 Using the On-screen Menus Pressing the MENU button displays a menu of operations on the camera ’ s monitor screen. The contents of the menu de- pend on whether the camera is in a recording mode or the Play Mode. The following explanation of basic menu opera- tions uses the recording mode menu. 1. Turn on the camera, and then alig[...]

GETTING READY 35 Example: To select the “Size” item. 3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the tab you want, and then press SET to move the selection cursor from the tab to the settings. 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the feature whose setting you want to configure, and then press [ ]. • Instead of pressing [ ], you could also press SET. 5. Use [ ] and[...]

GETTING READY 36 Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. • Display language • Home city • Date and time Note that the current date and time settings are used by the camera to generate the date and time that is stored along with image data, etc. IMPOR[...]

GETTING READY 37 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the name of the city where you live, and then press SET. 5. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the summer time (DST) setting you want, and then press SET. 1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the language you want, and then press SET. : Japanese English : English Fran ç [...]

38 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 2. Align the mode dial with (Snapshot Mode). 3. Compose the image on the monitor screen so the main subject is within the focus frame. • The focusing range of the camera is approxi- mately 40cm (1.3´) to infinity ( ∞ ). • You can compose images using either the monitor screen or the optical viewfinder (page 43). • [...]

39 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 4. Press the shutter release button half way to focus the image. • When you press the shutter release button half way, the camera’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image, and displays the shutter speed and aperture values. • You can tell whether the image is focused by observ- ing the focus frame and the [...]

40 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording Precautions • Never open the battery cover while the green operation lamp is flashing. Doing so not only causes the current im- age to be lost, it can also corrupt images already stored in camera memory and even lead to malfunction of the cam- era. • Never remove the memory card while an image is being recorde[...]

41 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING About Auto Focus • Auto Focus tends not to work well if the camera is moved during recording, or when recording the types of subjects listed below. — Solid color walls or objects with little contrast — Strongly backlit objects — Polished metal or other brightly reflective objects — Venetian blinds or other horizon[...]

42 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Previewing the Last Image Recorded Use the following procedure to preview the last image re- corded, without leaving the current recording mode. 1. Press the PREVIEW button to display the last image recorded. • Pressing the PREVIEW button again returns to the re- cording mode. • The PREVIEW button does not perform any o[...]

43 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Optical Viewfinder Turning off the camera’s monitor screen and using its optical viewfinder to compose images helps to conserve battery power. Viewfinder frame Short distance to subject Focus Frame IMPORTANT! • The frame that is visible inside of the viewfinder indi- cates the image recorded at a distance of a[...]

44 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 3. Compose the image and then press the shutter release button. NOTES • The optical zoom factor also affects the lens aperture. • Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against hand movement when using the telephoto setting (zoom in). Using Zoom Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical zoom and digital[...]

45 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 5. Slide the zoom con- troller towards (Telephoto)/ to change the zoom factor. • When zoom reaches maximum optical zoom, it stops momentarily. Keep the zoom control- ler pressed to the (Telephoto)/ side and zoom will switch over to digital zoom. • This causes the zoom indicator to appear on the moni- tor screen. The zoo[...]

46 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Flash Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. 1. In a recording mode, press MENU. 2. Press to select the flash mode. • Each press of cycles through the flash mode settings shown below on the monitor screen. MF PREVIEW DPOF Flash mode indicator 3. Record the image. IMPORTANT! • The[...]

47 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING ■ About Red-eye Reduction Using the flash to record at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the image. This is caused when the light from the flash reflects off of the retina of the eye. When red-eye reduction is se- lected as the flash mode, the camera performs two pre-fla[...]

48 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Perform the following steps to change the flash intensity set- ting. 1. In a recording mode, press MENU. 2. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “REC” tab. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Flash Intensity,” and then press [ ]. 4. Select the setting you want and then press SET. To do this: [...]

49 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Self-timer The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10-second delay of the shutter release after you press the shutter re- lease button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record three im- ages. 1. In a recording mode, press / DPOF to select the self-[...]

50 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • See page 59 for information about Continuous Shutter recording. • With the Triple Self-timer, the first image is recorded after a 10-second countdown. After that the second image is recorded after a 3-second countdown, and the third image is recorded after another 3-second countdown. 2. Record the image. • When you [...]

51 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Specifying Image Size and Quality You can specify the image size and image quality to suit the type of image you are recording. To specify the image size 1. In a recording mode, press MENU. 2. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “ REC ” tab. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “ Size, ” and then press [ ]. 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to [...]

52 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To specify the image quality 1. In a recording mode, press MENU. 2. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “ REC ” tab. 3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “ Quality, ” and then press [ ]. 4. Use [ ] and [ ] to change the current setting, and then press SET. NOTE • Use the “Fine” setting when image quality is your top priorit[...]