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Konica Minolta DiMAGE E203 Digital Camera User Manual

1. Once created a DPOF print order can be checked in the camera By choos ing the list option on the print screen 1 a list of the images on the memory card and the number of prints of each image selected are displayed 2 The images are listed by folder number the first three digits and file number the last four digits The up down key of the controller scroll the list The left right key of the controller highlight the clear all and OK buttons Selecting Clear all will cancel the entire DPOF print order To remove or view an image in the print order highlight the file number in red using the up down key and then press the center of the controller a thumb nail of the image will be displayed 3 Selecting YES will remove the image Eie number uantly from the print order and return to the print list The image will be removed 100 0001 2 i 100 0002 g from the list 100 0003 Print list EN Remove e NO 37 SETUP MENU SETUP MENU ADJUSTING CAMERA OPERATION NAVIGATING THE SETUP MENU The setup menu controls camera operations as well as the formatting of memory cards Turn the mode dial to the setup position to activate the menu The menu is set using the controller Use the up down key of the controller to scroll through the menu options Highlight the option whose setting needs to be changed With the menu option to be changed highlighted press the right controller key e With settings made on t
2. CAMERA CONTROLS AUTO RECORDING AND MULTI FUNCTION RECORDING MODE Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the getting up and running section before moving on to this sec tion The previous section covers the basic operation of the camera In this section button controlled recording functions are described Unless noted the functions in this section are the same for the auto recording and multi function recording mode TURNING ON THE LCD MONITOR THE DISPLAY BUTTON To turn on the LCD monitor simply press the display but ton until the monitor activates The button is also used to turn the monitor off To conserve power the monitor automatically turns off after one minute if an operation is not made The monitor can be reactivated using the display button The display button also reactivates the camera when it is shut down with the auto power save function p 11 The use of the monitor will reduce battery life To con serve power use the viewfinder 17 CAMERA CONTROLS MODE BUTTON The mode button gives quick easy access to the camera s flash modes and subject programs By pressing the mode button the mode indicators point to the active mode To cycle through the modes in reverse order press and hold the mode button and use the left key of the controller to change the modes When the camera is turned off the mode is reset to autoflash The mode can also be reset to autoflash by pressing and holding the mode
3. e Pressing the down key will pause the gt presentation To restart press the down key again Ww A Cp e Pressing the controller will cancel the presentation LOCKING AND UNLOCKING IMAGES Single images can be locked A locked image cannot be deleted using the playback menu functions Although a locked image is protected from a delete function the formatting function on the setup menu p 38 will erase all images on a memory card whether locked or not In playback mode display the image to be locked Eoo 0006 Activate the playback menu p 32 and select the at lock option the lock confirmation screen will appear Select and enter YES The image will be locked and the lock icon displayed in the lower left corner To unlock an image repeat the procedure above However on the lock confirmation screen select and enter NO the lock icon will disappear 35 PLAYBACK MODE DISPLAYING THE FILE NUMBER The folder and file number of the image can be displayed in the top left corner of the LCD monitor in playback mode Simply highlight the file number option on the playback menu p 32 and use the right controller key to display on For more about the folder and file number see page 45 LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS The brightness of the LCD monitor can be set in seven lev els After selecting the LCD brightness option on the play back menu p 32 the LCD brightness screen will be dis pla
4. Movie indicator p 26 Black amp white indicator p 29 L_ image size indicators p 22 Frame counter Battery condition indicator p 22 p 11 VIEWFINDER Focus frame The focus and flash lamps also indicate when an image is being written to the memory card p 51 Focus lamp green p 14 Flash lamp red p 19 MODE DIAL This dial gives direct and easy access to the cam era s major modes It also acts as the main switch O Auto recording mode AUTO M Multi function recording mode gt Playback mode p 30 SETUP Setup mode p 38 GETTING UP AND RUNNING GETTING UP AND RUNNING This section covers the basic operation of the camera Please read the entire section before moving on to other sections in the manual When the camera is initially turned on the date time and menu language must be set see page 13 INSTALLING A CR V3 LITHIUM BATTERY This digital camera uses one CR V3 lithium battery When replacing the battery the mode dial should always be in the off position Open the battery chamber door by sliding the door down 1 to release the safety catch the door should spring open 2 BATTERY CARD 7 Insert the lithium battery 3 e Make sure the positive and negative battery terminals are orientated as illustrated Close the battery chamber door and slide it up 4 to engage the safety c
5. After selecting the LCD brightness option on the multi a function recording menu p 24 the LCD brightness screen will be displayed Use the left right key of the controller to adjust the brightness level the live image will change accordingly To set the level press the center of the con troller The LCD brightness level will affect all modes F a i 3 e n oo x ne f LCD brightness Il COLOUR MODE The colour mode controls whether the recorded image will be colour or black and white This must be set before the image is recorded the live image on the monitor will reflect the selected colour mode When using the viewfinder take care to reset the colour mode after taking monochrome images the B amp W icon will be displayed on the data panel when the black and white setting is active The colour mode has no effect on image file size The colour mode is set on the multi function recording menu p 24 A i 29 PLAYBACK MODE PLAYBACK MODE VIEWING AND EDITING IMAGES VIEWING PICTURES 1 LLN Still images can easily be viewed in playback mode To view images turn the mode dial to the playback position 1 Simply use the left right key of the controller 2 to scroll through the pictures on the memory card Images can be displayed with date frame number image size folder num ber and file number The date is displayed for three sec onds and the folder and file number are activated with the fil
6. Off Off On gt Date Time set Date Time set Language Year 2001 Month 12 DEW 23 10 45 A The right key of the O b controller changes menu gt settings or activates setting screens Black lines indicate settings on the setup menu Gray arrows indicate the path of menu operations JAPANESE e ENGLISH Would you like to select ENGLISH FRANCAIS DEUTSCH TE NO 39 SETUP MENU FORMATTING MEMORY CARDS When a memory card is formatted all data on the card is erased The formatting function is used to erase all data on a memory card Before formatting a card copy any image data to a computer or storage device Locking images will not protect them from being deleted when the card is formatted Always format the memory card using the camera never use a computer to format a card When the format option is selected and entered on the Format setup menu p 38 a confirmation screen will appear Choosing Yes will format the card choosing No will can cel the formatting operation While formatting the viewfinder LEDs and the access lamp will glow never remove the memory card while it is being formatted Formatting resets the memory card and deletes all pictures on it Format OEE SELF TIMER PERIOD The self timer delays the release of the shutter and is usually used to take self portraits p 21 The self timer period is initially set to ten sec
7. CD ROM p 44 There have been no reports of compatibility problems with Mac OS 10 0 3 Preinstalled Mac OS 9 0 9 1 ARCSOFT PHOTOIMPRESSION 3 0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS IBM PC AT Compatible Macintosh Windows 95 98 98SE NT 4 0 Me or 2000 Mac OS 8 5 to 9 1 Professi l ans 32MB or more of RAM 32MB or more of RAM 64MB or more is recommended 125MB or more of hard disk space 120MB or more of hard disk space A monitor with 32000 colours or more and a CD ROM drive Photolmpression is an application software for still images To install Photolmpression follow the instructions in the manual folder on the Photolmpression CD ROM QUICKTIME 5 0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS QuickTime is used for viewing movie clips To IBM PC AT Compatible install QuickTime follow the instructions in the Pentium based computer read me folder and in the installer Macintosh users can download the latest version of Windows 95 98 NT Me or 2000 Professional QuickTime free of charge from the Apple Computer web site http www apple com 32MB or more of RAM Sound Blaster or compatible sound card DirectX 3 0 or later recommended 42 CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A COMPUTER A fresh set of batteries should be used when the camera is connected to a computer The use of the AC adapter sold separately is recommended over the use of batteries For users with Windows 98 read the section on installing the necessary USB driver before connecting
8. On board his Friendship 7 spacecraft was a Minolta Hi matic camera to record that historic event The 4 hour 55 minute and 23 second flight orbited the Earth three times at an average speed of 28 000 kph 17 500 mph Mr Glenn visited our Sakai camera factory in Japan on May 24th 1963 to plant a palm tree to celebrate the occasion The palm tree is still in the courtyard of the factory and stands over eight meters tall 26ft The camera It was not lost It is on display at the Smithsonian Institution s National Air and Space Museum in Washington D C This and other objects from John Glenn s Friendship 7 Mercury flight can be found in gallery 210 Apollo to the Moon 48 APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING The section covers minor problems with basic camera operation For major problems or damage or if a problem continues to reoccur frequently contact a Minolta service facility listed on the back cover of this manual The camera will not work Shutter will not release Pictures are not sharp 50 Nothing dis played on the data panel or the monitor Err displayed on the data panel O is displayed on the frame counter 000 blinks on the frame counter The green focus lamp blinks Pictures are taken indoors or in low light situations with out flash The batteries are inserted incorrectly The AC adapter is not con nected properly The lens was hinder
9. adjusting the exposure by 1 or 1 5 EV will result in an image with normal tonal values In this example the dark scene appears bright and washed out on the LCD monitor By decreasing the exposure by 1 5 EV the richness of the sunset is preserved WHITE BALANCE White Balance is the camera s ability to make different types of lighting appear natural The effect is similar to selecting daylight or tungsten film or using colour compensating filters in conventional pho tography White balance is set on the multi function recording menu p 24 AUTOMATIC WHITE BALANCE The automatic white balance compensates for the colour temperature of a scene In most cases the AUTO setting will balance the ambient light and create beautiful images even under mixed lighting conditions When the built in flash is used the white balance is set for the colour temperature of the flash PRESET WHITE BALANCE The white balance can be set to specific light sources Preset white balance settings must be set before the image is taken Once set the effect is immediately visible on the LCD monitor When using the daylight tungsten or fluorescent setting the flash should be turned off use the mode button to set flash cancel landscape night view or macro p 18 Ig ae LE Daylight For outdoor and sunlit subjects For incandescent lighting household filament light bulbs OQ Flash For use with the camera flash goto eae al Fluorescent For
10. brands ages or charge levels Do not charge alkaline or lithium 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 e 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 harm 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
11. button for about two seconds B i j N of O d O O oA DIYO la S SIZE B1600 1280 B640 Four flash modes are available autoflash autoflash with red eye reduction fill flash and flash cancel p 19 Three subject programs can be chosen night portrait land scape night view and macro p 20 Subject programs opti mize the camera s performance for certain subjects Each of the flash modes and subject programs has two posi tions one with the mode alone and one with the self timer p 21 The mode button cannot be used with movie recording p 26 HO DALO C S a a A a a a Aitofash wredeyereaucton A A fies wa Noghtporatmede l Fence S Tandscapenighiviewmods amp Macomoce SoFimerweuofash A a Samem reesen A A A mewes l a Searmerwmomponenmoe Jal a Sofimerwifasncanct a Satiimerwiandscape mode Ja semero aa e When the auto power off function activates p 11 all the modes remain in effect except for night portrait macro and self timer 18 FLASH MODES To set the flash mode simply press the mode but ZA Autoflash ton on the back of the camera until the desired mode is displayed p 18 Autoflash with Autoflash the flash fires automatically in low light and backlit conditions Red eye reduc
12. colour CCD with a total of 2 1 million pixels 2 0 million 2056 X 1544 ISO 100 equivalent 4 3 7 elements in 6 groups including two double sided aspheric elements f 2 8 5 6 wide angle position f 4 6 9 2 telepho to position 5 4 16 2 mm 35mm equivalent 35 105 mm 0 8 m infinity 0 25 0 8 m macro mode Video AF CCD electronic shutter plus mechanical shutter 1 2000 2s 7S approx Optical real image zoom viewfinder 1 5 inch low temperature TFT colour SD Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards Exif 2 1 JPEG motion JPEG avi DCF 1 0 and DPOF compliant Japanese English German and French One CR V3 lithium battery or two AA alkaline or Ni MH batteries Approx number of recorded images 500 frames Based on Minolta s standard test method CR V3 lithium battery LCD monitor on image size F no instant playback and flash used with 50 of the frames Approx continuous playback time 300 min Based on Minolta s standard test method CR V3 lithium battery AC adapter AC 3 101 5 W X 61 5 H X 40 0 D mm excluding protrusions Approximately 170g without batteries or memory card Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice 54 The following marks may be found on the product VCI This mark certifies that this camera meets the requirements concerning interference causing equipment regulati
13. controller is used to zoom the lens Pressing the up key of the controller zooms the lt o lens toward the telephoto position T The down key zooms towards the wide angle posi tion W CE vw 14 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 This function is controlled with the shutter release button Center the subject within the focus frame Press and hold the shutter shutter release button recompose release button partway down the subject within the image area e The green focus lamp will glow to Press the shutter release button all indicate that the focus is locked the way down to take the picture SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS The camera may not be able to focus in certain situations If the autofocus system cannot focus on a subject the green focus lamp will blink In this situation the focus lock function can be used to focus on another object at the same distance as your main subject and then the image can be recom posed to take the picture mans _ La EA ESS _ ae a Bi a 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 fra
14. erate e f the camera or the outside of the lens is dirty gently wipe it with a soft clean dry cloth If the camera or lens comes in contact with sand gently blow away loose particles Wiping may scratch the surface To clean the lens surface first blow away any dust or sand then if necessary moisten a lens tissue or soft cloth with lens cleaning fluid and gently wipe the lens e Never use organic solvents to clean the camera e Never touch the lens surface with your fingers STORAGE e Store in a cool dry well ventilated area away from dust and chemicals For long periods of disuse store the camera in an airtight container with a silica gel drying agent e Remove the batteries and memory card from the camera when not in use for extended periods e Do not store the camera in an area with naphthalene or mothballs e During long periods of storage operate the camera occasionally When taking the camera out of storage check that the camera is functioning properly before using OPERATING TEMPERATURES AND CONDITIONS e This camera has been designed for use in temperatures from 5 C to 40 C e Never leave the camera exposed to extreme high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun or to extreme humidity e When taking the camera from a cold to a warm environment place it in a sealed plastic bag to prevent condensation from forming Allow the camera to come to room temperature before removing it from the bag LCD MONITOR C
15. fluorescent lighting office ceiling lights a00 Shooting tips White balance cannot correct high energy vapor lighting sodium vapor yellow highway lights or mercury vapor For portraits under these lighting conditions the flash can be used to over power the ambient light With landscapes containing these types of lights set the white balance to auto or the preset daylight setting 28 SPOT METERING The spot meter is turned on with the multi function recording menu p 24 Usually the camera employs center weighted metering which averages the light values of the entire scene with emphasis on the central area of the image Spot metering uses a smaller area within the image to calculate the exposure This metering mode is less influenced by extremely bright or dark areas at the edge of the scene SLOW SHUTTER The shutter control range is between 1 2000 and 1 8 second With the flash mode set to flash cancel p 19 or when using one of the subject programs p 20 turning the slow shutter function on with the multi function recording menu p 24 extends the shutter control range 1 2000 to 2 seconds The extended shutter speed range of the slow shutter function allows greater detail to be recorded in very dark conditions However because of longer shutter speeds the camera should be mounted on a tripod to ensure sharp pictures LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS The brightness of the LCD monitor can be set in seven lev els
16. 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 e f 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 memory 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 When using the AC adapter insert the plug securely into the electrical outlet Do not use if the AC adapter cord is damaged Do not cover the AC adapter A fire may result Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter this can hinder the unplugging of the unit in emergencies Unplug the AC adapter when cleaning or when the product is not in use TABLE OF CONTENTS About SD Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards cccccccecseeceeseeeeeseeeeeeeeeeees 7 Name c OF AUS acetates caeceaccscacncaccescaranscaenesotecuasees
17. press the center of DEUTSCH the controller A confirmation screen will appear On the confirmation screen use the left right key to select YES e Choosing NO will cancel the operation and return to the language selection Would you like to select screen ENGLISH Press the center of the controller to execute YES the command After the language is set the date time screen will appear automatically Please take time to accu rately set the clock and calendar when an image is taken the date and time of capture is recorded with it Use the up down key to highlight in red the setting to be changed e When the hour is highlighted pressing the down key will highlight the minutes Date Time set Year 2001 Month 1 010010 A Use the left right key to change the highlight gt ed setting V A f When the date and time have been set press the center of the controller e A confirmation screen will appear Use the left right key to select YES choosing NO will cancel the operation and return to the date time screen Press the center of the controller to to execute the command on the confirmation screen If an error was made setting the language or date they can be reset on the setup menu p 38 13 GETTING UP AND RUNNING BASIC RECORDING OPERATION With the mode dial set to auto recording the camera will turn on and the lens will automatically extend If the lens i
18. 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 e 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 plug when removing it from an outlet e 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 Service Facility when repairs are required FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE A CAUTION Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk
19. the accompanying instructions on the screen To install the Windows 98 driver follow the instructions in the connecting the camera to a computer section on page 43 Add Hew Hudene Wizard When the camera is plugged into the computer the operating system will detect the new device and the add new hardware wizard window will open Place the DIMAGE E203 CD ROM in the CD ROM drive Click Next The vacerd ceadha lot new dreit lun MINOLTA DHAGE E2 A dewce ditweris a nofhware peogeams that maker a han kvere deroa ank Add Hew lacdware Wizard What do vou want Windows to do eee eee Choose the recommended search for a suitable Display a list of all the drivers in a specific driver Click Next location 20 you can select the driver you want Add New Hudene Wizard Workers val teach lot new diese re diner databace on pour hard dien and in any of Hee fediowang aniache kecations Click Met to shart the peaechh T Floppy disk drives Choose to search for the driver in the CD ROM drive Click Next M ICD FIOM drive windows Upda _J Add New Hademe Wirard T Specify a location Wank cover ble teath bee She deve 4 es MINOLTA CAMAGE EX Bock Hews Cancer eee aL eee oe ae vee A ELEN X dara CKA Back bo tac a diferent drei ce cick Med Bodie The add new hardware wizard will confirm the Location of driver location of the driver Click Next
20. the camera to a computer p 44 Start up the computer e The computer must be turned on before connecting the camera Insert the memory card into the camera e Confirm that the correct card is in the camera To change the memory card while the camera is connected to a computer see page 48 Attach the smaller plug of the USB cable to the camera s USB port e Make sure the plug is firmly attached 4 Attach the other end of the USB cable to the computer s USB port e Make sure the plug is firmly attached e The camera should be connected directly to the computer s USB port Attaching the camera to a USB hub may prevent the camera from operating properly 5 Turn the mode dial to the playback position or a recording position to initiate the USB connection e PC will be displayed on the frame counter of the data panel When the camera is properly connected to the computer a drive icon will appear Double click on the icon to access the camera s memory card see page 45 If the computer does not recognize the cam era disconnect the camera and restart the computer Repeat the connection procedure above Thu 02 28 35 PM untitled oieta GI Removable Con arua Disk H 40m 0 3 CONNECTING TO WINDOWS 98 AND 98SE The driver needs only to be installed once During installation if the operating system requests the Windows 98 CD ROM insert it into the CD ROM drive and follow
21. to install the dri ver in the system Ra G AMINOLTA INF e The letter designating the CD ROM drive will vary between computers Add Hew Hmdeme Wizard py Se MIMOLTA DiMAGE E203 iz J The last window will confirm the driver has been windows has finished installing the software that your new installed Click Finish to close the add new hardware device requires hardware wizard ae m 44 MEMORY CARD FOLDER ORGANIZATION E The misc folder contains DPOF print files p 36 Misc Image file names begin with pict fol lowed by a four digit file number and a jpg or avi extension Drive Icon A Dcim The last two digits in the folder name indicate the camera that E PICT0001 JPG Still image was used to capture the images 07 indicates a DiMAGE E203 100MLTO7 Movie clip PICT0002 AVI Once the camera is connected to the computer image files can be accessed by simply double click ing on icons Copying images can be done by dragging and dropping the image file icon into a loca tion in the computer Never change image file names on the memory card or save data to the card using a computer it may hinder camera operation and cause malfunctions Never format the memory card from the computer always use the camera to format the card The number in the image file name may not correspond to the frame number of the image As images are deleted on the camera the frame co
22. ARE e Although the LCD monitor is manufactured using high precision technology there may occasionally be a lack of colour or bright points on the LCD monitor e Do not apply pressure to the surface of the LCD monitor it may be permanently damaged In a cold environment the LCD monitor may become temporarily dark When the camera warms up the display will function normally e The LCD monitor may be slow to react in low temperatures or may turn dark in a hot environment When the camera reaches normal operating temperature the display will function normally e f fingerprints are on the LCD monitor surface gently wipe with a soft clean dry cloth BATTERIES e Battery performance decreases with temperature In cold environments we recommend keeping spare batteries in a warm place such as the inside of a coat Batteries can recover their power when they warm up As the performance of Ni MH batteries are less affected by temperature their use is recommended when shooting in cold environments e Remove the batteries when the camera is not in use for an extended period Leaking battery fluid may damage the battery chamber e Occasionally when using alkaline batteries the battery condition indicator will give a false low battery power warning even though there is enough power capacity Continue to use the camera the low battery indicator will disappear e f batteries have been exhausted when used in the camera do not reload them even if
23. MINSUA The essentials of imaging www minoltaeurope com 9224 2774 11 H A107 INSTRUCTION MANUAL 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 Check the packing list before using this product If any items are missing immediately contact your camera dealer CR V3 lithium battery Hand strap for DIMAGE E203 HS DG203 Minolta DIMAGE E203 digital camera MINSUA The essentials of imaging 8MB SD Memory Card USB cable for DIMAGE E203 USB 400 Camera manual DIMAGE E203 software CD ROM MINOLTA ArcSoft Photolmpression CD ROM packaged in one case Warranty Warranty card FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product N 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 e 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 fire 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
24. OFF To conserve battery power the camera will turn off displays and unnecessary functions if an opera tion is not made within three minutes To restore power to the camera press the shutter release but ton partway down or press the display button The length of the auto power off period can be changed on the setup menu p 38 In a recording mode the LCD monitor will turn off after one minute This period cannot be changed To reactive the LCD monitor press the display button p 17 AC ADAPTER SOLD SEPARATELY The AC adapter AC 3 allows the camera to be powered from an electrical household outlet The AC adapter is recommended when the camera is interfaced with a computer or during periods of heavy use Do not change the power supply while the camera is on Always turn off the camera before changing between power supplies Insert the mini plug of the AC adapter into the DC terminal Insert the AC adapter plug into an electrical outlet 11 GETTING UP AND RUNNING INSTALLING AND REMOVING A MEMORY CARD An SD Secure Digital Memory card or MultiMediaCard must be inserted for the camera to operate If a card has not been inserted three zeros 000 will blink on the data panel frame counter For more about memory cards see page 7 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 Access lamp
25. Open the battery chamber door by sliding the door down 1 to release the safety catch the door should spring open Insert the memory card all the way into the card slot and then release 2 The card should catch in the slot e Insert the card so the face is toward the front of the camera Always push the card in straight never at an angle Never force the card If the card does not fit check that it is orientated correctly e f a MultiMediaCard is inserted incorrectly it will lock but the card chamber door will not close To eject a memory card press the card into the slot and release 3 The card can now be pulled out Close the battery chamber door and slide it up 4 to engage the safety catch Pass the small loop through the strap eyelet on the body 1 Pass the other end of the strap through the small loop and tighten 2 Always keep the strap around your wrist in the event that the camera is accidentally dropped SETTING UP THE CAMERA When the camera is initially turned on the LCD monitor will activate and prompt you to set the menu language and the date and time Turn the camera on by setting the mode dial to the setup position The controller is used to make settings on the LCD monitor Use the up down key of the controller to JAPANESE highlight the desired language ENGLISH FRANCAIS To select the language
26. S SUBJECT PROGRAMS The subject programs optimize the camera s performance for various conditions and subjects Subject programs are set with the mode button p 18 A pointer will indicate the active subject pro gram which will remain in effect until it is changed or the camera is turned off Night portrait For portraits with subtle night scenes The flash output is balanced with the ambient light exposure so 4 that the subject and background are visible Red eye reduction is used with night portrait p 19 Ask your subject not to move 4 after the flash burst the shutter will still be open for the back ground exposure Make sure the subject is within the flash range 0 8 3 0m wide angle position 0 8 2 0m telephoto position Landscape Night view Optimized to produce sharp colourful landscapes during the day or at night The flash will not fire in this mode The camera shake warning may appear in low light conditions When taking pictures of landscapes at night long exposures are required the use of a tripod is rec ommended Macro Used for close up photography between 25 and 80 cm 9 5 31 inches from the front of the lens The LCD moni tor should be used to compose the picture rather than the viewfinder press and hold the display button to activate the monitor The flash will not fire in macro mode the camera shake warning may appear in low light conditions CAMERA SHAKE WARNING If t
27. adsdtnotaupeanatadespniaxeuatanSianedeuns 31 Navigating the playback MENU ccccccseeeeseeeeseeeeseeeeeeeeeseeeeseeeeeseeesaneess 32 Deleting IMAGES ccceeceseseeseseeceseeeneeeeneseeneseeseueeeeseeeeeueensneeteneesasenenaess 34 Index playback Gee ee 34 SAE SNOW eee eee ae rr een TE EE eee 35 LOCKING and unlocking IMAGES ccsecceseeeeceeeeceeeeeeeeeseeeeeseeeeseeeeseneess 35 Displaying the file number ccccceecccceeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeecaaeeeeeeeeeesaaeeesnanees 36 LCD monitor Drightn Ss cccccccccseseeeeeeeeeeeceeeseeeeseeeeeesaeeeeeesaeeeeeeeas 36 POUT TP OO oeenn a E E E E stains 36 Creating a DPOF print order see cccied no oonaretcigaviaccotuesnenteouees arsenate edenivets 36 Setup mode adjusting camera operation ccceccccsececeeeeceeeeceeeeeseeeeseeeeseeeees 38 Navigating the setup MENU ccccccceeeeceeeeeeeeeeseeeseeeeseeeeseeeesaeeeeseeeesaneess 38 Formatting memory CAIS cccecccseececeeeeceeeeeneeeeneeeeseeeeneueesaueesneeeesaaes 40 Selmer DONO essare oclansnnGtexeinesvaddncinned Ueliesndebsadandedecieieveseciduecden 40 Auto power Off period ccccccsececeseeceeeceeeeceeeeseeeeseueeseueesaneessneessaees 40 File number MOMOLY ccccesccceseceeseeeseseeneseeseseeseeeeeeeeensueeneneesenesenaess 40 DO D rea A A E EE N S 41 Instant DIAVOACK wa cusssswnereaancosiskeiia auviod sinesine a aE aE ai 41 Setting the date and time cccccccccseeee
28. atch e f the battery chamber door is open or the battery is removed for more than fifteen minutes the date and time may reset When the camera is turned on the monitor will automatically activate and prompt you to set the calendar and clock p 41 INSTALLING AA BATTERIES Although camera performance is better with lithium batteries two AA size alkaline or Ni MH batteries can be used in this camera The use of Ni MH batteries are recommended over alkaline because of longer life Install the batteries as shown in the diagram make sure the positive and negative battery terminals are orientated correctly When using Ni MH batteries fully recharge them with a battery charger suitable for complex electronic equipment Please consult your vendor about an appropriate charger BAT TERY 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 If the data panel is blank the batteries may be dead or installed incorrectly Full battery Icon the battery is fully charged Low battery warning battery power is very low but all functions are operational The battery should be replaced as soon as possible Exhausted battery warning battery power is insufficient for camera opera tion The shutter will not release Replace the battery immediately AUTO POWER
29. beginning the count down p 14 During the countdown the self timer lamp on the front of the cam era 3 will start to blink A few seconds before the exposure the self timer lamp will blink rapidly just before the shutter fires To stop IUE the countdown turn the mode dial to another position After the pic ture is taken the self timer function is canceled but the flash mode or subject program setting used remains in effect Shooting tips The self timer can be used to minimize camera shake with long exposures When using the camera on a tripod photographs of static subjects landscapes still lifes or close up pho tographs can be made with the self timer Because no contact is made with the camera during exposure there is no risk of camera shake caused by the operator 21 CAMERA CONTROLS IMAGE SIZE BUTTON Changing image size affects the number of pixels in each image The greater the image size the larger the file size and the greater the pixel resolution Choose image size based on the final use of the image smaller images will be more suitable for web sites whereas larger sizes will produce higher quality prints Image size must be set before the picture is taken image size is displayed on the data panel The image size will remain in effect until reset One memory card can contain images with differing sizes Simply press the size button to cycle through the imag
30. cseeeecseeeeeseeseesseeeeeseeeeesaeeeeeaees 41 Setting the lANQUAGE cccseeeccccseseceeceeeeeeeeceueeeeeseaeeeeeeseeeeeesaaeeeeesaess 41 PC mode connecting to a computer ccccceeeeeeeceeeeeeeeaeeeeecseeeeeeeeeeaeeesesaees 42 Arcsoft Photolmpression 3 0 system requirements cccseeceeseeeeeeeeees 42 QuickTime 5 0 system requirements ccccccceeeeeeeseeeeeeecaeeseeessaaeeeessaees 42 Connecting the Camera tO a computer ccccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesneeeeesseeeeeas 43 Connecting to Windows 98 and Q8SE cccccsseeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeas 44 Memory Card folder organization ccccseccccceeceeceeeeeceeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeesseeeeens 45 Auto power Off PC mode cccccecccceececeeeeceeeeceeeeesaeeeseeeeseueeseueesseeeesaees 46 Disconnecting the camera from the COMPUTEL ccccseeeeesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 46 MacM ienien tease aduesrstastiddssenawttscncaes r aE 46 Windows 98 and 98SE ce eccccceseeeeeceeseececeeeeceeeeeeueeeeeaeeeeeesseeeeessaaeeess 46 Windows Me and Windows 2000 Professional ccccssseeesseeeeseeeees 47 Changing the memory card PC mode ccccseeeeceeseeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeas 48 ADDENDA erne E E E E 49 TFOUDICSNOOUNG eiere e EE 50 Care and storage eee 52 Technical specifications cece ceeccccececceeeeceeeeceeeeeeceeseeeeseeeeseueeseueesseeeesaees 54 ABOUT SD MEMORY CARDS AND MULTI MEDIA CARDS The
31. de DAG G If all images are selected for deletion a confirmation screen will appear Choosing YES will execute the opera tion and delete all unlocked images on the memory card Delete all pictures NO will cancel the operation INDEX PLAYBACK A nine frame index display can be used to quickly find a specific image Simply highlight the index play option on the playback menu p 32 and press the right controller key the last image displayed will be framed with a red bor der Use the four way key of the controller to frame the image to be viewed Press the center of the controller to display the framed image Movie clips are marked with the movie camera icon 34 SLIDE SHOW All the images on the memory card can be displayed automatically on the LCD monitor in numerical order Each image is shown for three seconds The first frame of any movie clip is displayed as a still image When all the images have been displayed the slide show presentation will stop at the last image Slide show After highlighting the slide show option on the playback menu p 32 and pressing the right controller key the slide show confirmation screen will appear Choose YES and Would you like to proceed press the controller to begin the slide show presentation YES A Op During the slide show pressing the right key will advance the presentation to the next frame before the three second display period has ended
32. drag the mass storage device icon and drop it into the trash Disconnect the USB cable e f the USB cable is disconnected before performing the first step an alert message will appear Always complete the first step before disconnecting the USB cable WINDOWS 98 AND 98SE Confirm that the access lamp is not lit Turn the camera off and then disconnect the USB cable 46 WINDOWS ME AND WINDOWS 2000 PROFESSIONAL To disconnect the camera click once on the unplug or eject hardware icon located on the task bar A small window will open indicating the device to be stopped Click on the small window to Safe To Remove Handeare xj stop the device The safe to remove hardware window will G The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the system appear Click OK Turn the 7 mode dial to another position and then disconnect the USB e cable SSS When more than one external device are connected to the computer the unplug or eject hardware window can be used To disconnect the camera double click on the unplug or eject hardware icon located on the task bar to activate the window 2 Unplug or ject Handware E Tix Select ty devte pow weed bo ugha a epei ad then chek Sin When e suited echt E KA E E E AAEE SETE sta The hardware devices to be stopped will be displayed Highlight the device by clicking on it then click Stop aa Shop a Hardware device zi x D
33. e Set up selection A lt gt m Print list Print TV File number Quantity a 100 0001 2 100 0002 1 3 e Select all 100 0003 Print list cear al Quantity E i E Refer to the following sections for details on the menu Reno e options and their settings 33 PLAYBACK MODE DELETING IMAGES Deleting permanently erases the image Once deleted an image cannot be recovered Care should be taken when deleting images Single or all images on the memory card can be deleted with the playback mode menu The delete function will only Delete b erase unlocked images If an image is locked it must be unlocked before it can be deleted p 35 Index play b When deleting single images display the image to be Slide show deleted on the LCD monitor before activating the playback menu Highlight the delete option on the menu and press the right key of the controller File number gt Off WwW 50050006 Delet Use the up down controller key to highlight the delete oN elete option Press the controller to execute the command Se Ss eS A e This To delete the image displayed This J wring e NO To cancel the delete operation RN ii a e ALL To delete all unlocked images on the C ENO memory card When selected and entered z a confirmation screen will appear If the This or NO setting is selected the camera will return to the playback mo
34. e border The digital zoom magnification is displayed on the monitor e Use the down key 2 to decrease or cancel the digital zoom The digital zoom is canceled if the LCD monitor is turned off EXPOSURE COMPENSATION The camera exposure can be adjusted to make the final picture lighter or darker by as much as 1 5 Ev in 0 3 increments The exposure compensation must be set before the image is captured and will remain in effect until it has been reset On the multi function recording menu p 24 highlight the exposure compensation option and press the right key of the controller e The exposure compensation screen will be displayed with the live image O MULTI Reset menu Digital zoom Exp comp Use the left right key of the controller 2 to adjust the exposure compensa tion value e Change in exposure compensation is visible in the live image on the monitor e The scale is marked in 0 3 Ev increments Press the center of the controller to set the adjustment in exposure e When the menu is displayed again the amount of compensation will be shown 27 MULTI FUNCTION RECORDING MENU Shooting tips Sometimes the camera s exposure meter is deceived by certain conditions Exposure compensation can be used in these situa tions For example a very bright scene such as a snowy land scape or a white sandy beach can appear too dark in the cap tured image Before taking the picture
35. e file number will begin at one For more information on file numbers see page 45 40 BEEP The camera s audio signal can be turned off or on INSTANT PLAYBACK When the instant playback function is on a recorded image will be displayed for three seconds after it has been captured While it is being displayed it can be deleted To activate the instant playback simply use the controller to to display On on the setup menu p 38 If the LCD monitor has been turned off it will automatically activate during the instant playback period With the instant playback function active when a picture is recorded it is displayed on the LCD monitor for three sec onds Highlighting and entering YES with the controller will immediately save the image and cancel the playback entering NO will delete the image before it is saved If no action is taken during playback the image will be automati Py cally saved after three seconds SETTING THE DATE AND TIME It is important to accurately set the clock When a still image or a movie clip is recorded the date of the recording is saved with the image and is displayed during playback A Date Time set Use the up down key to highlight in red setting to Year 2001 be changed 4 Month 12 q O X Use the left right key to change the highlighted setting DEV 23 10 45 O When the date and time have been set press the lt gt center of the controller e A c
36. e number option on the playback menu p 32 When an image is displayed on the LCD monitor a low res olution display is shown first and then a high resolution dis play is written over it a few seconds later The high resolu Ee nma tion display does not have to load before scrolling to the next image The maximum number of images that can be played back is 999 If a memory card contains a thousand images or more the camera may not be able to play them back properly Images recorded on an SD Memory card or MultiMediaCard with another digital camera that complies with the DFC standard can be viewed on this camera However some of the playback functions such as delete may not work Folder number file number p 45 Date of recording oo20006 2001 12 20 Lock icon p 35 ee Frame number Image size p 22 30 ENLARGED PLAYBACK In playback mode a still image can be enlarged by 2X for closer examination With the image to be enlarged displayed press the center of the controller e The degree of magnification is displayed on the LCD monitor When enlarged the ma image can be scrolled A using the four way key of q lt O the controller e To exit the enlarged Me playback press the VV controller e Enlarged images are framed with a blue border VIEWING MOVIES Image size Playback time When scrolling through the images in the camera the first frame of a movie clip will be d
37. e size set tings S F and E As the image size changes the approximate number of images that can be stored on the memory card at that setting will be displayed on the frame counter The chart lists the pixel resolution of each image size setting and the Approximate storage Data Number of pixels approximate storage capacity of an panel hor X vert capacity of an 8MB memory card 1600X 1200 UXGA 17 images 1280X960 SXGA B 60x40 VGA ABOUT THE FRAME COUNTER The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored on the memory card at the camera s image size setting If the setting is changed the frame counter adjusts accord ingly Because the calculation is based on average file sizes the actual image taken may not change the counter or may decrease it by more than one The actual storage capacity is determined by the size of the images and the rate of compression some subjects can be compressed further than oth ers 8MB memory card When the frame counter displays a single zero no more images at the current image size can be captured but setting a smaller size will allow more images to be taken If three zeros are displayed on the frame counter no more images at any size can be captured The frame counter cannot exceed 999 When the number of recordable images exceeds this 999 will be displayed 22 AUTO RECORDING MENU SETTING THE LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS In a
38. ed when extending memory card is full and unable to store an image at the image size setting on the camera memory card is full and unable to store an image at any image size setting No memory card in the camera Subject is too close A special situation is pre venting the autofocus sys tem from focusing p 15 Slow shutter speeds result in blurred images when the camera is hand held Symptom Cause Solution Reinsert the batteries taking care that the negative and positive terminals are orientated correctly p 10 Check that the adapter is con nected to the camera and a live electrical outlet p 11 Turn off the camera and allow the lens to retract Turn on the camera again Insert a new memory card p 12 delete some images p 32 or change the image size setting p 22 Insert a new memory card p 12 or delete some images p 32 Insert a memory card p 12 Make sure the subject is within the autofocus range p 14 or use the macro mode p 18 Use the focus lock function to focus on an object at the same distance as the subject p 15 Use a tripod or flash p 19 Move closer to the subject or set While using flash the pictures The subject is beyond the the camera to the flash cancel or are too dark flash range p 19 landscape mode p 18 When photographing outside at Use a special lens cloth or tissue night flare is apparent around The lens is not c
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41. eturn to the playback mode press the center of the controller Once a setting has been made it will remain in effect until reset Changes made to LCD brightness affect all modes Delete Controller V Index play Slide show The flow diagram on the facing page is a quick reference guide to the playback menu The following sections contain detailed descriptions of each menu item and how to use the menu 32 OOH0008 Delete A The right key of the controller ABS Delete O changes menu settings or activates setting screens Black Delete all pictures lines indicate settings on the playback menu Gray arrows indicate the path of menu operations YES e NO On the delete confirmation screen choosing YES will delete all images choosing NO will Slide show cancel the operation Slide show Would you like to proceed Lock gt TE NO File number ie Delete Index play j Ooo A A The up down key of the O controller scrolls through Vv the menu options Press the controller to cancel the slide show A LCD brightness gt Print n Adjust with controller Playback mode The four way key of the controller are used to Print Print Print highlight selections i Pressing th ter of th ER ressing the center of the CENO aa controller enters the acs Quantity GHEE
42. ght key to select options or adjust settings Pressing the controller will enter the command or adjustments To cancel the menu and return to the live view press the center of the controller Once a setting has been made it will remain in effect until reset Except for LCD brightness changes made on the multi function recording menu have no effect on the auto recording mode cy MULTI gt Movie n Digital zoom Exp comp n White balance Auto WwW 24 On the reset menu confirmation screen choosing and entering YES will reset the menu choosing NO will cancel the operation and return to the live view Reset menu Reset menu to default settings OES Reset menu p Of Digital zoom n 320 X 240 Exp comp gt 160 X 120 White balance Off On gt d Auto A The up down key of the O controller scrolls through Vv the menu options Refer to the following sections for details on the menu options and their settings BExposu re compensation cy MULTI YN Off On Spot metering gt Oi i gt Off Off On Slow shutter LCD brightness Colour B amp W Colour mode Colour a my he Nori 2 a t A The right key of the controller i LCD brightness lt gt changes menu settings or activates setting screens Black LITIGI lines indicate settings on the multi function record
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44. he menu the right key will scroll through the settings Simply display the desired setting e With settings requiring confirmation or adjustment screens pressing the right key activates the necessary screen Use the four way key to select options or adjust settings Pressing the controller will enter the command or adjustments Once a setting has been made it will remain in effect until reset Settings affect all camera modes Format gt Controller Self timer period 10 sec Auto power off gt 3 min File No memory b Off Beep gt On 4 The flow diagram on the facing page is a quick reference guide to the setup menu The following sec tions contain detailed descriptions of each menu item and how to use the menu 38 On the format confirmation screen choosing and entering YES will format the memory card erasing all data choosing NO will cancel the operation and return to the setup menu Format Formatting resets the memory card and deletes all pictures on it Format Format gt YES Self timer period 10 sec Auto power off 3min 10 sec Refer to the follow File No memory gt 3 sec sections for On l details on the SCP p on 3 min menu options and their settings 10 min A Off 4 The up down key of the controller scrolls through On Off Vv the menu options 2001 12 23 7 On Off 10 45 Is this correct MED NO y ON Inst Playback gt
45. he shutter speed falls below the point where the camera can be safely hand held the red flash lamp will blink Camera shake is slight blurring caused by subtle hand motion and is more pronounced at the telephoto position of the lens than at the wide angle Although the warning appears the shutter can still be released If the warning appears place the cam era on a tripod or if the subject is within the flash range p 19 use the built in flash The camera shake warning only appears in the flash cancel p 19 landscape and macro modes 20 X SELF TIMER Used for self portraits the self timer will delay the release of the shutter for approximately ten sec onds after the shutter release button is pressed The self timer can be set with any of the flash modes or subject programs with the mode button p 18 The self timer period can be changed to three seconds in the setup menu p 38 With the camera on a tripod compose the picture as described in the basic record ing operation section p 14 Focus lock p 15 can be used with off center sub jects Press the shutter release button partway down to lock the exposure and focus 1 Press the shutter release button all the way down to begin the count down 2 Because focus and exposure are determined when the shutter release button is pressed do not stand in front of the camera when taking a self timer image Always confirm the focus with the focus lamp before
46. iaacdsnaseaascseanseacanceausceecesseueecaceee anes 8 Camera DOO aoee A EA 8 PVA ING EE E E E E T A EEA 9 VIEWINOGP specsatccrnsssuatenacrnsytonraacnmiciinmaateediaven snasasunin aanniudauncosaemencanidiauaasbunteotn cadena S 9 Mode didl 22 2cacseeusazarcenascras sneareusnsionsseessecbsszeAasbeaedchanssoararagadeereeansdeedcesszebancend 9 Getting UP and running ccccccseeeceeeceeeeeeeceesececeaaeseeeeeaaeeeeeseeeeeeeseseeeesseneeeeeeas 10 Installing a CR V3 lithium battery cc cecccccsseeeceeesseeesseeeeeeseeeeeeessaeeees 10 Installing AA batteries n nnnnnnennnnnnnennnennnernnnnrrnrrernrnsresrnrnrresrresnreerrennee 10 Battery condition indicator ccceecccsececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeseeeeseneeseeeeeseeeeseeeess 11 Auto power OM sccsese et obeatove den cbianddanced cantcenaadensioradesneccnalenstbseuuecenideeaoteiddessids 11 AC adapter sold Separately ccccccssecceceeececeescesseseeeeeeseeseaeeesseeeeeeeees 11 Installing ANd removing A memory card ccccceeeccseeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeseeeeseaees 12 Attaching the hand SUD sax cviencsSsainnceansetarseencesasadecstantaensessvesepnteewcsiegeencrianetsad 12 Setting up the camera cccccccccsessececeeseeecceeecececeeseeeesaseeeeseageeeesaaseeeeeaas 13 Basic recording operation cccceececeseeeseeeeeeeeeseeeeseeeeseeeeseeeeseeeesseeeeneeeess 14 Using the Zoom lens ra visdivesisnactietirionsadativiasiantacwivenbsadsevanen Maids saanste
47. ing menu Gray arrows A On the exposure compensation indicate the path of menu operations q lt O b and LCD brightness screens g use the left right key to make adjustments A gt Press the center of the controller to set adjustments Live image 25 MULTI FUNCTION RECORDING MENU RESET MENU The reset menu option returns the menu to its original settings listed on the following chart When the option is highlighted and the right key of the controller is pressed a confirmation screen will be dis played Use the left right key to highlight YES Pressing the center of the controller will enter the command and reset the menu choosing and entering NO will cancel the operation The display returns to the live view Exposure compensation We balance Reset menu Reset menu to default settings OG Confirmation screen WOM MOVIE RECORDING Movie clips up to approximately fifteen seconds in length can be made in multi function recording mode Simply set the image size for the movie clip on the menu and press the controller p 24 the LCD monitor will active and the live image will be framed with a yellow border and the image size will appear in the upper right corner The LCD monitor should be used to record movies Approximately two fifteen second 320 X 240 movie clips or eight fifteen second 160 X 120 movie clips can be stored on one 8MB memory card Shooting digital video is simple Frame the picture o
48. irim dancer to be stopped Choot DE bo corte ttc ORAA AED A aA sonal hip den knina partis Sice X A confirmation screen will appear to indicate the devices to be stopped Clicking OK will stop the device A third and final screen will appear to indicate the camera can safely be disconnected from the com puter Turn the camera off and then disconnect the USB cable 47 4m 0 3 CHANGING THE MEMORY CARD PC MODE Care should be taken when changing memory cards while the camera is attached to the computer Data could be lost or damaged if the camera is not properly disconnected Always confirm the access lamp is out before removing the memory card MACINTOSH 1 Stop the USB connection by dragging the drive icon into the trash p 46 2 Turn off the camera 3 Change the memory card 4 Turn the mode dial to the playback or recording position to remake the USB connec tion WINDOWS 98 AND 98SE 1 Turn off the camera 2 Change the memory card 3 Turn the mode dial to the playback or recording position to remake the USB connec tion WINDOWS ME AND 2000 PROFESSIONAL 1 Stop the USB connection using the unplug or eject hardware routine p 47 Turn off the camera Change the memory card Turn the mode dial to the playback or recording position to remake the USB connec tion Pe Minolta History On February 20th 1962 John Glenn became the first American to orbit the Earth
49. isplayed with a yellow border and the movie indicator The pixel size and duration is shown at the top of the frame A movie clip takes a few sec onds to load before it can be played back the green and red LEDs next to the viewfinder will glow as the clip is loaded Movie indicator Frame number To play back the displayed clip press the center of the controller Pressing the controller during play back cancels the movie clip To pause the playback press the down key Pressing the down key again will resume the play back 31 PLAYBACK MODE NAVIGATING THE PLAYBACK MENU The playback menu controls advanced editing and playback functions Simply use the controller to make changes to the menu settings With the mode dial in the playback position 1 press the menu but MENU ton to activate the playback menu Use the up down key of the controller to scroll through the menu options Highlight the option whose setting needs to be changed With the menu option to be changed highlighted press the right controller key e With settings made on the menu the right key will scroll through the settings Simply display the desired setting e With settings requiring confirmation setting or adjustment screens pressing the right key activates the necessary screen Use the left right key to select options or adjust settings Pressing the controller will enter the command or adjustments To cancel the playback menu and r
50. lean to gently wipe the lens surface p bright light sources 52 If the camera does not function normally turn it off remove and reinsert the batteries or unplug and reconnect the AC adapter Always turn the camera off using the mode dial otherwise the memory card may be damaged and camera settings reset The LEDs next to the viewfinder can indicate the status of the camera The LED warnings can be accompanied by an audio signal Focus lamp green Flash lamp red LED Audio status signal AF warning A special situation is preventing the camera from ic Blinking focusing p 15 or the subject is outside autofocus range 0 8m co Steady No Focus is locked p 15 The image can be taken oo System error Err appears on the data panel Reset the cam amp Blinking era by turning it off and on Bikra Ho comose nv tsa pee meee Sing Ho emnstnneeeny gt CE 51 CARE AND STORAGE GAUEN CARE e Do not subject the camera to shock or impact e Turn off the camera when transporting e This camera is neither waterproof nor splashproof Inserting or removing batteries or the memory card or operating the camera with wet hands may damage the camera When at the beach or near water take care not to expose the camera to water or sand Water sand dust or salt can damage the camera e Do not leave the camera under direct sunlight Do not point the lens directly at the sun the CCD may be damaged
51. me area HANDLING THE CAMERA While using the viewfinder or LCD monitor grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the body with your left hand Keep your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder width apart to hold the camera steadily When taking vertical pictures hold the camera so that the flash is above the lens with the grip to the top Take care not to cover the lens with your fingers or the strap 15 GETTING UP AND RUNNING VIEWING PICTURES Still images can easily be viewed in playback mode To view images turn the mode dial to the playback position 1 Simply use the controller to scroll through the pictures on the memory card Images are displayed with date frame number and image size information The date is temporarily displayed with each new image Date of recording 20011220 Controller FOF Image size p 22 Frame number p 22 Use the left right key of the controller to scroll through the images ENLARGED PLAYBACK In playback mode a still image can be enlarged by 2X for closer examination With the image to be enlarged displayed press the center of el KA the controller e The degree of magnification is displayed on the LCD monitor When enlarged the image can be scrolled using the four way key of the controller e To exit the enlarged playback press the controller again e Enlarged images are framed with a blue border 16
52. n the LCD monitor Press and hold the shutter release button to record 1 REC will be displayed during record ing The camera will continue to record until the recording time is used or the shut ter release button is released When recording the amount of recorded time is dis played on the monitor During recording the zoom is disabled Image size Recording time Recording indicator When movie recording is selected the movie icon is dis played on the data panel The frame counter indicates the approximate number of fifteen second movie clips that can be recorded on the installed memory card The mode button and size button are disabled Reset menu and LCD brightness p 29 are the only menu options available 26 DIGITAL ZOOM In multi function recording mode the digital zoom can double the effect of the optical zoom lens The digital zoom magnifies the image in two steps 1 5X and 2X Although images are interpolated to their original image size image quality may not be equal to images taken without the digital zoom The digital zoom is activated on the multi function recording menu p 24 The effect of the digital zoom is visible on the LCD monitor only At the maximum telephoto position pressing the up key T once will acti vate the 1 5X digital zoom Pressing the up key a second time will increase the magnification to 2X 1 e When the digital zoom is in use the live image is framed in a blu
53. onds but can be changed to three seconds on the setup menu Simply use the controller to display the desired period AUTO POWER OFF PERIOD The camera will turn off the data panel and other camera functions to conserve battery power if no operation is made within a certain period The length of this period can be set to 3 or 10 minutes This function can also be disabled When disabled the camera will shut down after a few hours Simply use the controller to display the desired setting on the setup menu p 38 The auto power off option will not affect the display period of LCD monitor in the recording modes it will shut down after one minute When the camera is connected to the computer the auto power off period is set to thirty minutes This period cannot be changed FILE NUMBER MEMORY If file number memory is on and the memory card is changed the first file saved to the new card will have a number one greater than the last file saved on the previous card If the new card contains an image with a greater file number the file number of the new image will be one greater than the great est on the card If the file number memory is off the file number will begin at one or have a number one greater than the last image saved on the new card When the card is formatted and file number memory is active the first image saved will have a num ber one greater than the last image taken with the camera If the file number memory is off the imag
54. onfirmation screen will appear Use the left right key to select YES choosing NO will cancel the operation and return to the date time screen Press the center of the controller to to execute the command on the confirmation screen SETTING THE LANGUAGE When the language option is selected on the setup menu the lan guage screen will be displayed Use the up down key of the controller to select the language and then enter the choice by pressing the con troller A confirmation screen will appear Use the left right key to select YES choosing NO will cancel the operation and return to the language screen Press the center of the controller to to execute the command on the confirmation screen e ENGLISH Would you like to select ENGLISH ED NO 41 PC MODE PC MODE CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER Read this section carefully before connecting the camera to a computer This manual does not cover the basic operation of computers or their operating systems please refer to the manual supplied with your computer For the camera to be connected directly to the computer and used as a mass storage device the fol lowing requirements must be met IBM PC 7 AT Compatible Macintosh Preinstalled Windows 98 98SE Me or 2000 Professional operating systems CD ROM drive and USB port as standard interface Users with Windows 98 or 98 second edition will need to install the driver software on the included
55. ons in Japan This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the EU European Union concerning interference causing equipment regulations CE stands 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 Digital Camera DIMAGE E203 Tested To Compl i C With FCC k 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 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Do not remove the ferrite cores from the cables 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 Photolmpression is a registered trade mark of ArcSoft Inc Power PC is a trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation QuickTime is a trademark used under license The SD logo is a trademark All other trademarks are the prop
56. r of prints of the displayed image Between zero and ninety nine copies can be ordered Continue until all the images have been selected Press the center of the controller to create the DPOF print file gt PLAY 7 SN LCD brightness Print n ein Set up Print e Select SS NO ALL Print E a o r i aan ee 36 The ALL option on the print screen 2 can print all images on the memory card After selecting the print option on the playback menu 1 choose Set up on the print screen 2 and then ALL on the next print screen 3 a window will appear Use the up down key of the controller to set the number of each image Between zero and ninety nine copies can be ordered Use the left right key of the controller to select Select all or Cancel Press the center of the controller to create the DPOF print file or cancel the operation gt PLAY YN LCD brightness Print up mle e Set up Print NO S e ALL Print Select al Quantity If the all frames setting was used to create a print order any additional images saved afterwards on the memory card will not be included in the order Only one DPOF file can be created on each mem ory card As each new print order is made the previous DPOF data is erased After the pictures have been printed the DPOF file will still remain on the memory card and must be canceled manually see below
57. response time during recording and playback is longer with MultiMediaCards compared with SD Memory Cards This is not a defect but rather due to the specifications of the cards When using large capacity cards some operations like deletion may take longer The SD Memory Card has a write protect switch to prevent image data from being deleted By sliding the switch to the bottom of the card the data will be protected However when the card is protected images can not be recorded If Write protect an attempt is made to record or delete an image with the switch camera the LED lamps near the viewfinder and the frame counter on the data panel will blink and will be accompa nied by an audio signal SD Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards are manufactured with precision electronic components Please read the fol Lock lowing cautions position e The following may cause data loss or damage 1 Improper use of the card 2 Static electrical discharge or electromagnetic fields near the card 3 Removing the card or interrupting the power supply while the camera or a computer is accessing the card reading writing formatting etc 4 The disuse of a card for an extended period 5 Using the card beyond its life Minolta has no responsibility for any loss or damage to data It is recommended that a copy of the card data be made in another media such as a ZIP disc hard disk CD ROM etc e When the card is formatted all recorded data will be dele
58. s hindered when extending an error mes sage Err will appear on the data panel turn the camera off and wait for the lens to retract Center the subject within the viewfinder focus frame e For off center subjects use the focus lock function p 15 e Make sure the subject is within the focus range of the lens 0 8m For subjects closer than 0 8m use the macro function p 20 e The actual autofocus sensor is located in a small area within the focus frame as illustrated on the right by the shaded box lA Press the shutter release button partway down 1 to lock the focus and exposure e The green focus lamp next to the viewfinder will glow to confirm that the image is in focus If the focus lamp blinks the camera was unable to focus on the subject Repeat the previous steps until the lamp is steady Press the shutter release button all the way down 2 to take the pic ture e Both the focus and flash lamps will glow indicating the image data is being written to the memory card Never remove a memory card while data is being transferred e After an image in recorded it can be played back for three seconds by activating the instant playback function on the setup menu p 38 41 This camera is equipped with a zoom lens The effect of O Keralio the zoom is visible in the viewfinder and on the LCD 3 monitor To activate the LCD monitor simply press and hold the display button 4 The
59. ted Be sure to make a backup of any important data The storage capability of the memory card will diminish with extended use It may be necessary to purchase a new Card periodically Keep away from static electricity and electromagnetic fields Do not bend drop or subject the card to impact Static electrical discharges or physical shock may prevent the card from being able to transfer data Do not touch the electrical contacts of the card with your fingers or metal objects Keep away from heat moisture and direct sunlight Keep away from small children 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 52 Mode dial main switch Shutter release button Viewfinder window Self timer lamp p 21 Flash p 19 Flash sensor Viewfinder Mode button p 18 Image size button p 22 lt N Strap eyelet p 12 Lens Nan lamp ANOR terminal p 11 ie port p 43 st Controller D Phe button g0 Data panel Battery card chamber door p 10 12 LCD rare p 17 Display button p 17 ed under the body near the lens DATA PANEL Autoflash p 19 Red eye reduction p 19 Fill flash p 19 Night portrait p 20 Flash cancel p 19 Landscape Night view p 20 Macro p 20 Self timer p 21 Mode indicators
60. their change seems to recover over time These batteries will interfere with normal camera operation 52 BEFORE IMPORTANT EVENTS OR JOURNEYS e Check the camera s operation take test pictures and purchase spare batteries e Minolta has no responsibility for any damage or loss incurred by equipment malfunction COPYRIGHT e TV program films video tapes photographs and other materials may be copyrighted Unauthorized recording or duplication of such material may be contrary to copyright laws Taking pictures or images of performances exhibitions etc is prohibited without approval and can infringe on copyright Images protected by copyright can only be used under the provisions within the copyright laws QUESTIONS AND SERVICE e If you have questions about your camera contact your local camera dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area e Before shipping your camera for repair please contact a Minolta Service Facility 53 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CCD Number of effective pixels Camera sensitivity ISO Aspect ratio Lens construction Aperture range Focal length Focusing range Autofocusing system Shutter Shutter speeds Built in flash recycling time Viewfinder Monitor LCD Recording media File formats Menu languages Batteries Battery performance recording Battery performance playback External power source Dimensions Weight 1 2 7 type interline primary
61. tion the flash fires several times before the main flash burst to reduce red eye the effect is caused by light reflected from the retina lt D Used in low light conditions when taking pho 5 Flash cancel tographs of people or animals The pre flashes con tract the pupils of the subject s eyes i Wr Le a Fill flash the flash fires with each exposure regardless of the amount of ambient light Fill flash can be used to reduce harsh shadows caused by strong direct light or sunshine red eye reduction light is desired to illuminate the subject or the subject is beyond the flash range The camera shake warning may appear when flash cancel is selected p 20 FLASH RANGE 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 0 8m 3 0m 2 6 ft 9 8 ft Telephoto position 0 8m 2 0m 2 6 ft 6 6 ft FLASH SIGNALS The red flash lamp next to the viewfinder indicates the status of the flash when the shutter release button is pressed partway down When the lamps glows the flash is charging and the shutter will not release When the lamp is not lit the flash is charged and ready to fire The flash lamp is also used as a camera shake warning see page 20 19 CAMERA CONTROL
62. unter will adjust itself to show the number of images on the memory card and reassign the frame numbers accordingly The index numbers on the image files will not change when an image is deleted When a new image is recorded it will be assigned a number one greater than the largest index number in the folder File numbers can be controlled with the file number memory function on the setup menu p 40 When the index number in the image file name exceeds 9 999 a new folder will be created with a number one greater than the greatest folder number on the memory card e g from 100MLTO7 to 101MLT0O7 When a DPOF file is created for a print order p 36 a misc folder is automatically made for the file 45 0m 0 3 AUTO POWER OFF PC MODE If the camera does not receive a read or write command within thirty minutes it will shut down to save power When the camera shuts down an unsafe removal of device warning may appear on the computer monitor Click OK Neither the camera or computer will be damaged in this operation To reconnect the camera to the computer is simple Turn off the camera with the mode dial Remake the USB connection by turning the mode dial back to the playback or recording position DISCONNECTING THE CAMERA FROM THE COMPUTER Never disconnect the camera when the access lamp is lit the data or memory card may permanently be damaged MACINTOSH Confirm that the access lamp is not lit and then
63. uto recording mode 1 the menu can be used to adjust monitor brightness 1 6 in seven levels Simply press the menu button to display the menu Changes a made to LCD brightness affect all other modes Lh On amp LCD brightness f LCD brightness Press the right key of the con 7N Use the left right key of the con troller to access the LCD bright troller to adjust the monitor bright ness adjustment screen q lt I 4 ness V e Changes in brightness are visible in the live image Press the center of the controller to set the brightness level e The LCD brightness screen will be canceled and the live view will be displayed 23 MULTI FUNCTION RECORDING MENU MULTI FUNCTION RECORDING MENU NAVIGATING THE MULTI FUNCTION RECORDING MENU The multi function recording menu controls advanced functions Simply use the controller to make changes in the menu settings Cc Press the menu button to activate the multi function recording menu MENU Use the up down key of the controller to scroll through the menu options Highlight the option whose setting needs to be changed With the menu option to be changed highlighted press the right controller key e With settings made on the menu the right key will scroll through the settings Simply display the desired setting e With settings requiring confirmation or adjustment screens pressing the right key activates the necessary screen Use the left ri
64. yed Use the left right key of the controller to adjust the brightness level the displayed image will change accord ingly To set the level press the center of the controller The LCD brightness level will affect all modes CD brightness ABOUT DPOF This camera is supported by DPOF The DPOF Digital Print Order Format allows direct printing of still images from digital cameras After the DPOF file is created the memory card is simply taken to a photofinishing service or inserted into the memory card slot of DPOF compatible printers When a DPOF file is created a misc folder is automatically made on the memory card to store it p 45 DPOF files cannot be created for images captured with another camera DPOF data created on other cameras will not be recognized CREATING A DPOF PRINT ORDER The print menu option is used to set an order for standard prints from images on the memory card Single multiple or all images can be printed The select option on the print screen 3 will allow single or multiple images to be chosen This screen can also be used when the number of copies for each image varies After selecting the print option on the playback menu 1 choose Set up on the print screen 2 and then Select on the next print screen 3 a window displaying a thumbnail image will appear Use the left right key of the controller to display the image to be printed Use the up down key of the controller to set the numbe

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