Casio EX-V7 Manuel d'utilisateur

1EDigital CameraEX-V7User’s GuideK825PCM1DMXThank you for purchasing this CASIO product.• Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained i

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

100USING BEST SHOT Creating Your Own BEST SHOT ScenesYou can use the procedure below to save the setups of snapshots or movies that you shot as BEST

101USING BEST SHOTNOTE• Registering a snapshot creates a snapshot setup, while registering a movie creates a movie setup. A snapshot setup can be used

102USING BEST SHOT5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Delete” and then press [SET].This will delete the BEST SHOT user scene you selected and display the ne

103USING BEST SHOTIMPORTANT!• High Sensitivity is disabled following an automatic flash operation using the “Auto Flash” or “Red Eye” setting, or whil

104USING BEST SHOTBEST SHOT has two Business Shot scenes from which to choose. Selecting a Business Shot Scene1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial w

105USING BEST SHOT2. Use [W] and [X] to select the candidate you want to use for correction.3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Correct” and then press [SET

106USING BEST SHOTWith Old Photo, you can record the image of an old, faded photograph and then use the camera’s built-in advanced digital camera tech

107USING BEST SHOT Recording an Image with Old Photo1. Press the shutter button to shoot the image.• This displays a photograph contour confirmation

108USING BEST SHOT5. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the selection boundary to the desired location and then press [SET].The camera will correct co

109USING BEST SHOTYou can create a multi-snapshot image by recording snapshots into the frames that are arranged in a preset pattern. This lets you cr

11QUICK START BASICS(pages 197, 201)The settings on this page are required the first time you turn on the camera after purchasing it.• If you make a m

110USING BEST SHOT5. Press the shutter button again to record the next snapshot.• If you are shooting into a three-frame layout, press the shutter but

111USING BEST SHOTWith auto tracking, a boundary area follows a moving subject, making it easy to snap an image with the subject in the center.1. In a

112USING BEST SHOTIMPORTANT!• Only the part of the image within the cropping boundary will be recorded.• The image size for this operation is fixed au

113ADVANCED SETTINGSADVANCED SETTINGSYour camera provides you with the four focus modes described below. The initial factory default focus mode is Aut

114ADVANCED SETTINGSPerform the following steps to change the focus mode.1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “REC” tab, select “Focus” and then p

115ADVANCED SETTINGS2. When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way to shoot.NOTE• When proper focusing is not possible bec

116ADVANCED SETTINGSNOTE• When Macro Focus cannot focus properly because the subject is too far away, the camera will switch to the Auto Focus range a

117ADVANCED SETTINGSAuto Focus and Macro Focus Shooting TipsChanging the Auto Focus AreaUse the following procedure to change the metering area used f

118ADVANCED SETTINGSNOTE• When you select “ Multi” as the focus area, nine focus frames appear on the monitor screen. The camera will automatically d

119ADVANCED SETTINGSUsing Focus Lock“Focus lock” is the name of a technique you can use when you want to shoot an image in which the subject to be foc

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

120ADVANCED SETTINGSQuick ShutterIf you press the shutter button all the way without waiting for Auto Focus while Quick Shutter is turned on, the came

121ADVANCED SETTINGSUsing Infinity FocusAs its name suggests, Infinity Focus fixes focus at infinity ( ). Use this mode when shooting scenery and othe

122ADVANCED SETTINGS2. Use [W] and [X] to focus the image, as you view the results on the monitor screen.At this time the image that is within the bou

123ADVANCED SETTINGSYou can turn on the camera’s Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subject movement or hand movement when shooting a movi

124ADVANCED SETTINGSIMPORTANT!• While the “Anti Shake” setting is “ Auto” or “ Camera Shake”, half pressing the shutter will cause the camera to vib

125ADVANCED SETTINGSYou can turn on the camera’s REC light (AF assist/REC light/self-time lamp) when shooting where lighting is dim. You can turn on t

126ADVANCED SETTINGSIMPORTANT!• You also can use [T] ( ) to cycle through REC light settings (“On” “Off”) while movie recording is in progress.• Never

127ADVANCED SETTINGS3. Use [S] and [T] to adjust the exposure compensation value.[S]: Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light

128ADVANCED SETTINGSNOTE• Performing an EV shift operation while using multi-pattern metering will cause the metering mode to switch automatically to

129ADVANCED SETTINGSNOTE• When “Auto” is selected for the white balance setting, the camera automatically determines the white point of the subject. C

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

130ADVANCED SETTINGS Configuring the White Balance Setting ManuallyUnder complex lighting conditions, the preset white balance settings may not be ab

131ADVANCED SETTINGSISO sensitivity is a value that expresses sensitivity to light. A larger value indicates higher sensitivity, which is better for s

132ADVANCED SETTINGSThe metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure.1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “Quality” t

133ADVANCED SETTINGSIMPORTANT!• The metering mode will change to “Center Weighted” automatically if you change the EV shift value (page 126) to anythi

134ADVANCED SETTINGS3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].• You can also correct the dynamic range of a photograph yo

135ADVANCED SETTINGSThe camera’s filter feature lets you add color tints to your images as you shoot them. The color effect look just like what you wo

136ADVANCED SETTINGSUse the following procedure to adjust the saturation of colors in your images.1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “Quality” t

137ADVANCED SETTINGSYou can have the snapshot’s recording date only, or date and time stamped in the lower right corner of the image.1. In a REC mode,

138ADVANCED SETTINGSThe on-screen histogram that provides a graphic representation of the current exposure of the image. You can also display the hist

139ADVANCED SETTINGSExample HistogramsA histogram towards the left side results when the overall image is dark. A histogram that is too far to the lef

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

140ADVANCED SETTINGSThe following functions are also available in a REC mode to help make your digital image more efficient and enjoyable.• Assign fun

141ADVANCED SETTINGS1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].2. On the “REC” tab, select “L/R Key”, and then press [X].3. Use [S] and [T] to select the function

142ADVANCED SETTINGSDisplaying the Image You Just Recorded (Image Review)When you purchase your camera, it is initially configured with the Image Revi

143ADVANCED SETTINGS3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].IMPORTANT!• The icons listed below do not appear on the dis

144ADVANCED SETTINGS4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].* Optical zoom position only.To do this:Select this setting

145ADVANCED SETTINGSResetting the Camera to Its Initial Factory DefaultsUse the following procedure when you want to return to the camera to its initi

146VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESVIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESUse the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen.1. Open the le

147VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES3. Use [W] and [X] to scroll between images.Press [X] to scroll forward and [W] to scroll back.NOTE• Holding down [W] o

148VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESAudio Playback ControlsYou can adjust volume while playback is in progress or paused only.Use the following procedure t

149VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESTo switch to a REC modeYou can enter a REC Mode by performing any one of the following operations.– Press the shutter b

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

150VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESPlaying Back a Movie with Anti ShakeUse the following procedure when you want to play back a movie with Anti Shake. Ant

151VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESImages (Select the files you want to include in the slideshow.)• All images: Includes all snapshots, movies, and audio

152VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES4. Use [S] and [T] to select “Start” and then press [SET] to start the slideshow.The slideshow is performed in accordan

153VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES Playing a Slideshow on the USB Cradle (Photo Stand)You can play a slideshow on the camera while it is mounted on the

154VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESTo stop a slideshowPress the USB cradle’s [PHOTO] button. This will turn off the camera.IMPORTANT!• The battery does no

155VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES3. Turn on the TV and select its video input mode.If the TV has more than one video input, select the one where the USB

156VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESNOTE• You can use the camera’s USB cradle to connect to a DVD recorder or video deck and record images from the camera.

157VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESIMPORTANT!• Select the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) that matches the type of TV you plan to use. You may also need to con

158VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESTo zoom back out, slide the zoom controller towards [] ().• If display indicators are turned on, an indicator in the lo

159VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESUse the following procedure to display a calendar, which shows the first image recorded on each date of a particular mo

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

160VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIESIMPORTANT!• Note following points about how certain editing functions of the camera affect the date with which the imag

161EDITING IMAGESEDITING IMAGESYou can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retaine

162EDITING IMAGESIMPORTANT!• You cannot resize a VGA (640 × 480 pixels) size image.• Resizing a snapshot shot with an aspect ratio of 3:2 will cause t

163EDITING IMAGES4. Use the zoom controller to zoom, and [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move around the zoomed image to display the part you want to extrac

164EDITING IMAGES4. Use [W] and [X] to select the candidate you want to correct.5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Correct” and then press [SET].• Select “

165EDITING IMAGES6. Move the zoom controller up and down to zoom the cropping boundary.7. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the selection boundary to

166EDITING IMAGESUse the procedure in this section to change the date and time of a previously recorded image.1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to

167EDITING IMAGESPerform the following procedure to rotate the image currently on the monitor screen. This feature comes in handy with a snapshot that

168EDITING IMAGESYou can use the following procedure to insert snapshots into the frames of a layout and produce a new image that contains multiple sn

169EDITING IMAGES8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for all of the other frames in the layout.The final layout image will be saved after you insert the final sna

17QUICK START BASICS(page 146)1. Press [ ] to enter the PLAY mode.If there are multiple images in memory, use [W] and [X] to scroll through them. To

170EDITING IMAGESYou can use the white balance setting to select a light source type for a recorded image, which will affect the colors of the image.1

171EDITING IMAGES• Normally, the initially selected white balance setting on the above menu is the one that was used when you originally recorded the

172EDITING IMAGES4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].• To cancel the brightness adjustment operation, press [W] or

173EDITING IMAGESYou can use the following procedure to reduce underexposure only, while maintaining the bright areas of an image.1. In the PLAY mode,

174EDITING IMAGESYou can perform the following cut operations on the camera to edit movies you have recorded.IMPORTANT!• When you edit a movie, only t

175EDITING IMAGES1. Play back the movie you want to edit.2. Press [SET] to pause playback.• Check to make sure that “ ” (cut icon) is displayed on the

176EDITING IMAGES6. Press [T] to perform the required cut operation(s).7. In response to the confirmation message that appears, use [S] and [T] to sel

177EDITING IMAGESMOTION PRINT lets you capture a movie frame and use it to create a snapshot. The snapshot you create can be either of the two formats

178EDITING IMAGES5. Use [W] and [X] to scroll through the movie frames and search for the one you want to use as the image of the snapshot.• Holding d

179USING AUDIOUSING AUDIOThe dubbing feature of your camera lets you add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it. A snapshot that includes audio (regar

18QUICK START BASICS(page 90)1. Align the mode dial with “ ” (Movie).This causes “ ” (Movie) to appear on the monitor screen.• If “ ” (PLAY Mode) is o

180USING AUDIO Re-recording Snapshot AudioIMPORTANT!• Note that you cannot restore the original audio once you delete or re-record the audio of a sna

181USING AUDIOVoice Recording lets you record audio only, without a snapshot or movie.Using built-in memory only, you get up to about 36 minutes of Vo

182USING AUDIO5. Now you can repeat steps 3 and 4 to record more, or you can exit this procedure by pressing [SET] and selecting another BEST SHOT sce

183USING AUDIOVoice Recording Playback ControlsTo do this: Do this:Fast forward or fast reverse playback. Hold down [X] or [W].Pause or restart playba

184MANAGING YOUR FILESMANAGING YOUR FILESYour camera treats each snapshot, movie, and Voice Recording, as a separate file.You can delete, protect, and

185MANAGING YOUR FILESNOTE• You can view folder and file names on your computer. For details about how file names are displayed on the camera’s monito

186MANAGING YOUR FILES4. Use [S] and [T] to select “On” and then press [SET].An image that is protected is indicated by the “ ” icon.5. Now you can re

187MANAGING YOUR FILESThe FAVORITE folder is located in the camera’s built-in memory, and you can use it to store personal snapshots that you do not w

188MANAGING YOUR FILESIMPORTANT!• The snapshot copied to the FAVORITE folder is converted to QVGA size (320 × 240 pixels). A snapshot in the FAVORITE

189MANAGING YOUR FILESPerform the following steps to view FAVORITE folder contents on your computer.1. Remove the memory card from the camera.2. Place

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

190MANAGING YOUR FILES Copying All Files in Built-in Memory to a Memory CardThe following operation copies all files from built-in memory to a memory

191MANAGING YOUR FILES7. Now you can repeat steps 5 and 6 to copy another file, or you can exit this procedure by pressing [MENU].NOTE• Files are copi

192DELETING FILESDELETING FILESYou can delete files you no longer need, or after you transfer them to your computer’s hard disk or print them. This fr

193DELETING FILES1. In the PLAY mode, press [T] ( ).2. Use [S] and [T] to select “All Files Delete” and then press [SET].3. In response to the confirm

194OTHER SETTINGSOTHER SETTINGSYour camera lets you configure the following sound settings.• Type of sound and volume for shutter release and other op

195OTHER SETTINGS Setting the Operation Tone Volume Level1. Press [MENU].2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds” and then press [X].3. Use [S] and [T

196OTHER SETTINGSYou can configure the camera to display a startup screen of an image you recorded, whenever you turn it on.• Even if you configure st

197OTHER SETTINGSUse the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial number used in file names (page 184).1. Press [

198OTHER SETTINGS3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Home” and then press [X].4. Use [S] and [T] to select “City” and then press [X].5. Use [S], [T], [W], a

199OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Date FormatYou can select from among three different formats for the date.1. Press [MENU].2. On the “Set Up” tab, sele

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

20QUICK START BASICS(page 148)The film-like frame that appears on the monitor screen indicates that this is an image from a movie.1. Press [ ] to ente

200OTHER SETTINGS4. Use [S] and [T] to select “City” and then press [X].• To configure the summer time setting, use [S] and [T] to select “DST” and th

201OTHER SETTINGSYou can use the procedure below to select a display text language.• The number and types of languages depend on the geographic area w

202OTHER SETTINGSYou can use the procedure below to change the USB communication protocol that is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer,

203OTHER SETTINGS3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].You can use the procedure below to specify what happens when y

204OTHER SETTINGS3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].NOTE• The initial factory default for this setting is “Power O

205OTHER SETTINGS1. Check to make sure there is no memory card loaded in the camera.• If there is a memory card loaded in the camera, remove it.2. Pre

206PRINTINGPRINTINGThere are three different methods you can use for printing images.Types of PrintingProfessional Print Service (page 207)Take the me

207PRINTING Printing Precautions• See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about print quality and paper settings.• Contact

208PRINTINGIf your printer is either of the types described below, you can use it to print without going through a computer.– Printer equipped with a

209PRINTING4. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and your printer’s USB port.• Also, connect the AC adaptor to

21QUICK START BASICS(page 192)You can use the following procedure to delete files you have transferred to your computer’s hard disk, images you have p

210PRINTING9. Use [S] and [T] to select “Paper Size” and then press [X].10.Use [S] and [T] to select a paper size and then press [SET].• The following

211PRINTING12.Use [S] and [T] to select “Print” and then press [SET].Printing will start and the message “Busy... Please wait...” will appear on the m

212PRINTING Configuring DPOF Settings Individually for Each Image1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF Printing” and t

213PRINTING Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the Images1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF Printing” and t

214PRINTINGDate StampingYou can use any one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image.• Configure DPOF

215PRINTINGYour camera supports the protocols described below. PictBridgeCamera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) PRINT Image Matching IIIUsin

216USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERUSING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERConnecting the camera to a computer with the bundled USB cable provides you with th

217USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERThe procedures you need to perform when using the camera with your computer and when using the bundled software are

218USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERPlay movies XP/2000 QuickTime 7 231Edit moviesVista/XP/2000Movie Wizard 3.2 SE VCD• You also need to install Direct

219USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements for Bundled SoftwareComputer system requirements are different for each of the appli

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

220USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERMovie Wizard 3.2 SE VCDVideoStudio 10 Plus for CASIO (Trial Version)* 30-day trial versionIMPORTANT!• For details a

221USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERViewing and Storing Images on a ComputerYou can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your computer b

222USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER2. On the menu screen, click the “Language” down arrow button and then select the “English”.• You could also click

223USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER1. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle and then plug it in to a househol

224USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER3. Open the lens cover to turn on the camera and then press [MENU].• Do not place the camera on the USB cradle yet.

225USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERCamera-Computer ConnectionPressing the cradle’s [USB] button puts it into the USB mode, which is indicated by the U

226USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Connecting the Camera to Your Computer after the First TimeSince you need to install the USB driver and configure

227USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER5. Double-click the file that contains the image you want to view.This displays the image.• For information about f

228USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER4. On the shortcut menu that appears, click “Copy”.5. Windows XP users: Click “Start” and then “My Documents”.Windo

229USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Removing the Camera from the USB CradleWindows Vista/XP/98SE/98 UsersPress the USB cradle [USB] button. After mak

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

230USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER3. Click “Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM 3.1” to select it and then click “Read me”.• “Read me” files contain importan

231USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERPlaying MoviesYou can play back movies on a computer that has QuickTime 7 or higher installed. To play back a movie

232USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERIMPORTANT!• The above is the recommended environment. Configuring this environment does not guarantee proper operat

233USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER2. On the menu screen, click the “Language” down arrow button and then select the language you want.3. Click “Movie

234USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER3. Click “Photo Transport” to select it and then click “Read me”.• “Read me” files contain important information ab

235USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER3. Drop the image data you want to transfer to the camera onto the Photo Transport Transfer button.Move your mouse

236USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Transferring screen captures to the camera1. First, connect the camera to your computer.• See page 222 for inform

237USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER6. Follow the instructions that appear on the display to transfer a capture of the selected area to the camera.• Th

238USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERIMPORTANT!• You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the cont

239USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERInstall the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want

24INTRODUCTION• MMCplus is a trademark of the MultiMediaCard Association.• Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Sy

240USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Connecting the Camera to Your Computer the First Time1. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 5.3V] connec

241USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER3. Open the lens cover to turn on the camera and then press [MENU].• Do not place the camera on the USB cradle yet.

242USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERCamera-Macintosh ConnectionPressing the cradle’s [USB] button puts it into the USB mode, which is indicated by the

243USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Viewing Camera Images on Your MacintoshAfter connecting the camera to your Macintosh, you can view camera images

244USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERIMPORTANT!• Never use your computer to modify, delete, move, or rename any image files that are in the camera’s bui

245USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERTransfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on Your MacintoshIf you are running Mac OS X, you can m

246USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERViewing User Documentation (PDF Files)You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer

247USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERThe method you should use to read files from a memory card depends on the type of computer you have. Some typical e

248USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTERThe camera stores images you shoot and other data in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF).

249USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER*1 The BEST SHOT mode includes a sample scene that optimizes settings for auction site images. Depending on your ca

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

250USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Supported Image Files• Image files shot with this camera• DCF-compliant image filesEven if an image is DCF-compli

251APPENDIXAPPENDIXThe numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each part is explained. CameraFrontBackGeneral Guide1Shutter (page 59)2Lens Co

252APPENDIXBottom USB CradleFrontBackbqSpeaker (page 147)brBattery/Memory Card Slots (pages 36, 48)bsCradle Contact (page 38)btTripod HoleUse this ho

253APPENDIXThe monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status.• The sample screens in this sect

254APPENDIX Snapshot Playback Mode1File Type (page 146)2Protect Indicator (page 185)3Folder Name/File Name (page 184)4Snapshot Image Quality (page 63

255APPENDIXThe tables in this section show the items that appears on the menus that appear on the monitor screen when you press [MENU]. The items incl

256APPENDIXQuality Tab MenuSize 7M (3072 × 2304)* / 3:2 (3072 × 2048) / 5M (2560 × 1920) / 3M (2048 × 1536) / 2M (1600 × 1200) / VGA (640 × 480)Qualit

257APPENDIXSet Up Tab Menu PLAY ModePLAY Tab MenuScreen Auto 2* / Auto 1 / +2 / +1 / 0Sounds Startup* / Half Shutter / Shutter / Operation / Operati

258APPENDIX“Set Up” Tab• The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in a REC mode and PLAY mode.The camera has lamps: an Operation Lamp and an AF a

259APPENDIX REC ModeIMPORTANT!• Never remove the memory card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so will cause the imag

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

260APPENDIX USB Cradle Indicator LampsThe USB cradle has two indicator lamps: a [CHARGE] lamp and a USB lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate

261APPENDIXFinding the Problem and Fixing ItTroubleshooting GuideProblem Possible Causes and ActionPower SupplyPower does not turn on. 1) The battery

262APPENDIXThe flash does not fire. 1) If “ ” (Flash Off) is selected as the flash mode, change to another mode (page 72).2) If the battery is dead, c

263APPENDIXAn image I shot was not saved.1) Camera power may have been turned off before the save operation was complete, which will result in the ima

264APPENDIXPlaybackThe color of the playback image is different from what appears on the monitor screen when shooting.Sunlight or light from another s

265APPENDIXOtherThe wrong date and time are displayed.The date and time setting is wrong. Set the correct date and time (page 197).The messages on the

266APPENDIXIf you have problems installing the USB driver...You may not be able to install the USB driver properly if you use the USB cable to connect

267APPENDIXDisplay MessagesBattery is low. Battery power is low.Camera Stabilizer is not availableThe Camera Shake unit may be malfunctioning. If the

268APPENDIXRecord Error Image compression could not be performed for some reason during image data storage. Shoot the image again.Replenish ink! Durin

269APPENDIX Main SpecificationsProduct Type . . . . . . . Digital CameraModel . . . . . . . . . . . . EX-V7 Camera FunctionsImage FilesFormat . .

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

270APPENDIX• Movies2M(1600 × 1200)Fine 1.26 MB 9 images 193 imagesNormal 790 KB 14 images 308 imagesEconomy 470 KB 25 images 518 imagesVGA(640 × 480)F

271APPENDIX* The number of image values are approximate and are provided for reference only. The actual number of images you may be able to record may

272APPENDIXExposure Control . . . . . . . .Metering:Multi-pattern, center weighted, and spot by imaging elementExposure: Program AEExposure Compensati

273APPENDIXApproximate Audio Recording TimesAudio Snapshot:30 seconds per imageAfter Recording:30 seconds per imageVoice Recording:36 minutes (when us

274APPENDIX• Measurement Conditions*1 Number of Shots (CIPA)In accordance with CIPA standardsNormal temperature (23°C (73°F)), monitor on, zoom operat

275APPENDIX USB Cradle (CA-35)Input/Output Terminals . . .Camera contact; USB port; external power supply terminal (DC IN 5.3 V); AV terminal (AV OU

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

5CONTENTSADVANCED SETTINGS 113Changing the Focus Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Using Auto Focus 114 Using Macro Focus 115 Using Inf

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6CONTENTSEDITING IMAGES 161Resizing a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161Cropping a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

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

63SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT• Selecting 3:2 (3072 × 2048 pixels) records images with an aspect ratio of 3:2, which matches the standard aspect ratio (3:2) of

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

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

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

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

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

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

7CONTENTSOTHER SETTINGS 194Configuring Camera Sound Settings. . . . . . . . . . 194Turning the Startup Screen On or Off . . . . . . . . . 196Specifyin

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8CONTENTSAPPENDIX 251General Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251Monitor Screen Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

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

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

84SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTYou can select an exposure mode to control how the camera configures its aperture and shutter speed settings when recording an im

85SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT1. Set the mode dial to “A”.2. Press [SET] as many times as required to select the aperture setting and then use [W] and [X] to s

86SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Shooting with Shutter Speed Priority AE (S mode)With shutter speed priority AE, you set the shutter speed and the camera sets t

87SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT3. Half-press the shutter button.The camera will focus the image in accordance with your setting.• The shutter speed and aperture

88SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT1. Set the mode dial to “M”.2. Press [SET] as many times as required to select the shutter speed setting and then use [W] and [X]

89SHOOTING A SNAPSHOTIMPORTANT!• You may not be able to achieve the brightness you want when shooting an image that is very dark or very bright. If th

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

90SHOOTING A MOVIESHOOTING A MOVIEBefore shooting a movie, you should specify a movie image quality setting. Movie image quality is a standard that de

91SHOOTING A MOVIEMovie File FormatsMovies normally are recorded using H.264/AVC MOV format, except for “LP” image quality movies, which are recorded

92SHOOTING A MOVIEShooting with MOVIE BEST SHOTWith MOVIE BEST SHOT (page 96), you select the preset scene that is closest to the one you want to shoo

93SHOOTING A MOVIE• The effects of camera movement in an image become more pronounced when you shoot close up or a large zoom factor. Because of this,

94SHOOTING A MOVIE1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ ”, and then press [SET].2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the “Short Movie” scene

95SHOOTING A MOVIEPast Movie is similar to a normal movie, except that it captures about five seconds of whatever happened in front of the lens before

96USING BEST SHOTUSING BEST SHOTWith BEST SHOT, you simply select the sample scene that is like the one you are trying to shoot, and the camera sets u

97USING BEST SHOT Selecting a Sample Scene1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “” or “” and then press [SET].This enters the BEST SHOT mode and

98USING BEST SHOT3. Press [SET] to apply the settings of the selected scene and return to the recording screen.• The settings of the scene you selecte

99USING BEST SHOTDisplaying Detailed Information about a BEST SHOT SceneTo display detailed information about a BEST SHOT scene, select it with the re