Minolta DIMAGE F300 - V2 Manuale delle Istruzioni

INSTRUCTION MANUALE9222-2785-11 P-A211

10NAMES OFPARTS* This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these surfacesclean. Please read the care and storage

100SETUP MODEFolder nameAll recorded images are stored in folders on the memory card. Folder namescome in two formats, standard and date.Standard fold

101Shutter FX When the shutter is released, a shutter sound effect willgive a positive confirmation of the operation. The soundeffect can be turned of

102SETUP MODEp. 65VolumeThe volume of the audio signals and shutter FX can be increased or decreased in the custom 1 sec-tion of the setup menu (p. 96

103SharpnessDuration (Slide Show)Repeat (Slide Show)LCD monitor brightnessAuto-power-save periodAudio signalsFile number memoryNormal5 secondsNoNormal

104SETUP MODESetting the date and timeIt is important to accurately set the clock. When a still image or a movie clip is recorded, the date andtime of

105DATA-TRANSFER MODERead this section carefully before connecting the camera to a computer. Instructions on using andinstalling the DiMAGE Viewer sof

106DATA-TRANSFER MODEConnecting the camera to a computerStart up the computer. The computer must be on before connectingthe camera.Insert the memory c

107When the camera is properly connected to the computer, adrive icon, or volume, will appear. When using Windows XP orMac OS X, a window will open re

108DATA-TRANSFER MODEThe driver needs only to be installed once. If the driver cannot be installed automatically, it can beinstalled manually with the

109Choose the recommended search for a suitabledriver. Click “Next.”Choose to specify the location of the driver. Thebrowse window can be used to indi

11The USB port, AV-out terminal, and DC termi-nal are located behind the terminal cover.Digital-subject-program button (p. 29)Strap eyelet (p. 15)View

110DATA-TRANSFER MODEThe add new hardware wizard will confirm thelocation of the driver. Click “Next” to install the dri-ver in the system.• One of th

111Connecting to Mac OS 8.6To download and install this software, follow the instruc-tion on the Apple web site. Always read the attachedterms and co

112DATA-TRANSFER MODEOnce the camera is connected to the computer, image and audio files canbe accessed by double clicking on icons. Image folders are

113Image and audio file names begin with “PICT” followed by a four-digit file number and a tif, jpg, mov,or thm extension. Voice-memo and audio captio

114DATA-TRANSFER MODEDisconnecting the camera from the computerWindows Me, 2000 Professional, and XPConfirm that the access lamp is not lit. Turn the

115The hardware devices to be stopped will be dis-played. Highlight the device by clicking on it then click“Stop.”Confirm that the access lamp is not

116DATA-TRANSFER MODEChanging the memory card (Data-transfer mode)Care should be taken when changing memory cards while the camera is attached to the

117Problem Symptom Cause SolutionThe camerawill not work.Nothing dis-played on thedata panel orthe monitors.The battery is dead.AA Ni-MH batteries are

118APPENDIXPictures arenot sharp.Subject is too close.Make sure the subject is withinthe autofocus range (p. 24) oruse the macro mode (p. 29).The came

119The camera temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be taken to avoid burnswhen handling the camera, batteries, or memory card.I

12NAMES OFPARTSMode dialAuto-recording mode (p. 22, 38)Multi-function recording mode (p. 54)Playback mode (p. 34, 80)Movie-recording mode (p. 76)Setup

120APPENDIX1. Insert a memory card in the camera and connect it to the computer with the USB cable. Otherdevices must not be connected to the computer

USB DIRECT-PRINT allows still images to be printed directly from a compatible Epson printer usinga DPOF file (p. 90). Images to be printed are selecte

122APPENDIXRead this section in its entirety to get the best results from your camera. With proper care, your cam-era will provide years of service.Ca

123Operating temperatures and conditions• This camera has been designed for use in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).•Never leave the came

124APPENDIXBatteries• Battery performance decreases with temperature. In cold environments, we recommend keepingspare batteries in a warm place, such

125Before important events and journeys• Check the camera’s operation; take test pictures and purchase spare batteries.•Minolta has no responsibility

126APPENDIXCCD: 1/1.8-type interline primary-color CCDNumber of effective pixels: 5.0 million Total number of pixels: 5.3 millionCamera sensitivity (

127Batteries: One CR-3V lithium battery or two AA Ni-MH batter-ies.Battery performance (recording): Approximately 260 frames: based on Minolta’s stan-

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13Data panelFrame counter (p. 49)Exposure / Flash-compensation indicator (p. 51, 66)Camera-sensitivity indicator (p. 67)Spot-metering indicator (p. 66

Close the battery-chamber door (3) and slide it toward the top ofthe body (4) to engage the safety catch.After installing the battery, the set-time/da

15When the supplied CR-V3 battery is exhausted please use two AA-size Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) bat-teries. We do not reccomend the use of Alkalin

16GETTING UP AND RUNNINGBattery condition indicatorFull-battery indicator - the battery is fully charged. This icon is dis-played for five seconds on

17The AC Adapter AC-6 allows the camera to be powered from an electrical household outlet. The ACAdapter is recommended when the camera is interfaced

18GETTING UP AND RUNNINGChanging the memory cardAn SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard must be inserted for the camera to operate. If a card hasnot been

The response time during recording and playback is longer withMultiMediaCards compared with SD Memory Cards. This is not adefect, but rather due to th

2BEFORE YOU BEGINThank you for purchasing this Minolta digital camera. Please take the time to read through thisinstruction manual so you can enjoy al

Basic Custom1 Custom2LCDbrightnessFormatPower saveLanguage English1 min.––120GETTING UP AND RUNNINGSetting the date and timeAfter initially inserting

21Custom1BasicReset defaultDate/Time setDate formatVideo output––YYYY/MM/DDNTSCCustom2Use the right key to highlight the custom 2tab at the top of the

Power / Access lamp22AUTO-RECORDING MODE - BASIC OPERATIONAUTO-RECORDING MODE – BASIC OPERATIONWhile using the viewfinder or LCD monitor, grip the cam

23Setting the camera to record images automaticallyTurn the mode dial to the auto-recording mode position (1); allcamera operations are now fully auto

24AUTO-RECORDING MODE - BASIC OPERATIONThis camera is equipped with a 7.8 to 23.4mm optical zoom. This is equivalent to a 38 to 114mmzoom lens on a 35

25About camera operationThe auto-recording mode uses advanced technology to make photography as effortless as possible.Automatic Digital Subject Progr

Press the shutter-release button all the way down (2) to take thepicture.• The access lamp will turn red and blink indicating image data isbeing writt

27This digital camera has a quick, accurate autofocusing system. The focus icon in the lower right cor-ner of the LCD monitor and the green focus lamp

28AUTO-RECORDING MODE - BASIC OPERATIONAutomatic Digital Subject Program SelectionAutomatic Digital Program Selection chooses between programmed AE an

29Pressing the subject-program button (1)cycles through the modes. The active sub-ject program will be indicated at the top ofthe live image. The subj

3Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product.Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat

30AUTO-RECORDING MODE - BASIC OPERATIONMACRO - used for close-up photography between 20 and 60 cm (0.7 - 2.0ft) fromthe CCD. The lens will automatical

31Monitor offThe display button controls the LCD monitor display. The display cycles to the next position each timethe button is pressed: full display

32AUTO-RECORDING MODE - BASIC OPERATIONAutoflashFill-flashFlash cancelAutoflash with red-eye reductionFlash cancel - the flash will not fire. Use flas

33The orange flash lamp next to the viewfinder indicates the status of the flash. When the lamp blinksquickly, the flash is charging and the shutter w

34PLAYBACK - BASIC OPERATIONTo view images from the auto-recording ormulti-function recording modes, press theQuick View / delete button.PLAYBACK - B

35To switch between the single-frame play-back and histogram display, press theinformation button.The histogram shows the luminance distribution of t

36PLAYBACK - BASIC OPERATIONFull displayIndex playbackIn index playback, the four-way keys of the controller will move the yellow border. When the ima

37Enlarged playbackWith the image to be magnified displayed, press the up key of the controller toactivate the enlarged playback mode. The degree of m

Date imprint OffBasicDrive modeImage sizeQualityDigital zoom OffStandard2560 X 1920Single138AUTO-RECORDING MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONIn auto-recording

39Except for the drive mode, settings made with the auto-recording menu will remain in effect until changed orthe camera is reset to its default setti

4FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE•Use only the specified AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the adapter unit. Aninappropriate adapter or current

40AUTO-RECORDING MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONDigital zoomThe digital zoom is activated on the auto-recording mode menu (p. 38) and in the custom 2 sectio

41The drive modes control the rate and method of image capture. Icons indicating the selected drivemode appear on the data panel and LCD monitor.Singl

42AUTO-RECORDING MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONUsed for self-portraits, the self-timer will delay the release of the shutter for approximately ten sec-onds

When setting up the camera, make sure the subject willfall within the focus frames. Focus lock cannot be usedwith the IR remote control. Focus area se

44AUTO-RECORDING MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONThe continuous-advance drive mode allows a series of images to be captured while holding down theshutter-rel

UHS continuous-advance mode allows up to eleven 1280 X 960 images to be captured in one sec-ond. The UHS continuous-advance mode is set on the auto-re

This mode makes a three-image bracket of a scene. Bracketing is a method of taking a series ofimages of a static subject in which each image has a sli

47Compose the picture as described in the basicrecording operation section (p. 26). Press theshutter-release button partway down (1) tolock onto the s

Changing image size affects the number ofpixels in each image. The greater the imagesize, the larger the file size. Choose imagesize based on the fina

49Super fineFineStandardEconomy1121459146911 17 27 10022 32 47 150Approximate number of images that can be stored on a 16MB memory card.QualitySize256

5• Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glovecompartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteri

50AUTO-RECORDING MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONDate imprintingEvery time a still image is recorded, it is stored with an exif tag that contains the date an

51The camera exposure can be adjusted to make the final picture lighter or darker by as much as ±2Evin 1/3 increments. For information on the use of e

Press the shutter-release button partway down(3) or press the central button of the controller(4) to select the area; the other four areas willdisappe

53The focus-lock function prevents the AF system from focusing. Focus lock can be used with off-cen-ter subjects or when a special focusing situation

54MULTI-FUNCTION RECORDINGMULTI-FUNCTION RECORDING – ADVANCED OPERATIONExcept for digital subject programs, the basic operation of the camera in multi

55d. Flash-mode indicator (p. 32)h. White-balance indicator (p. 62)n. Camera-sensitivity (ISO) display (p. 67)k. Metering-mode indicator (p. 66)m.Came

Basic Custom1 Custom2ExposureModeDrive modeImage sizeQuality Standard2560 X 1920SingleProgramWhiteBalance Auto56MULTI-FUNCTION RECORDINGPress the cent

57Refer to the auto-recording mode sectionfor details on drive modes (p. 41), imagesize (p. 48), image quality (p. 48), dateimprinting (p. 50), and di

58MULTI-FUNCTION RECORDINGThe photographer selects the aperture and the camera sets the appropri-ate shutter speed to ensure the correct exposure. Whe

59The photographer selects the shutter speed and the camera sets theappropriate aperture to ensure correct exposure. When shutter priority isselected,

6TABLE OF CONTENTSThe basic operation of this camera is covered between pages 14 and 37. This section of the manualcovers the camera parts, preparatio

60MULTI-FUNCTION RECORDINGManual exposure - MPress the exposure-compensation button(1) to select the aperture or shutterspeed; the active display will

To take the picture, press and hold the shutter-release button (3) for the duration of the exposure.The monitors will be blank during the exposure. R

Preset white-balance settings must be set before the image is taken. Once set, the effect is immedi-ately visible on the LCD monitor.The built-in flas

Custom white-balance allows a photographer to calibrate the camera to a specific lightingcondition. The setting can be used repeatedly until reset. Cu

64MULTI-FUNCTION RECORDINGThis camera has autofocus and manual focus control. The focus mode is set in the custom 1 sectionof the multi-function recor

65Press the controller to switch between focus and zoom(1). The active function is highlighted in blue (2).Use the up/down keys of the controller tozo

Center weighted: a traditional metering method in film cameras. The system measures lightvalues over the entire image area with emphasis given the cen

67ISO settingAUTO640.5m ~ 3.4m (1.6 ft. ~ 11.1 ft.)Flash range (telephoto)0.5m ~ 2.0m (1.6 ft. ~ 6.6 ft.)0.5m ~ 1.9m (1.6 ft. ~ 6.2 ft.) 0.5m ~ 1.1m (

68MULTI-FUNCTION RECORDINGChanges in color, sharpness, contrast, and saturation can be made using the custom 2 section of themulti-function recording

69The setting will remain in effect until it is changed. If sharpness, contrast, or color saturation is set toany setting other than normal, an indica

7Focus signals...27Special foc

70MULTI-FUNCTION RECORDINGVoice memo allows a fifteen second audio track to be recorded with a still image. The function is acti-vated in the custom 2

71An image can be displayed on the monitor after it is captured. When used with the continuous-advance or bracketing drive modes (p. 41), thumbnails o

Photography can be a rewarding pursuit. It is a broad and disciplined field that can take years tomaster. But the pleasure in making photographs and t

73The shutter controls not only exposure, butalso the ability to stop motion. Fast shutterspeeds are used in sport photography to stopaction. Slow shu

Sometimes the camera’s exposure meter is deceived by certain con-ditions.Exposure compensation can compensate for these situations.For example, a very

75What is an Ev? What is a stop?Ev stands for exposure value. The term stop comes from the name of aperture plates used in earlylenses. A change of on

This camera can record digital video with sound. Total record-ing time varies with the image size. See the navigating themovie menu section on page 78

77Recording audioAudio can be recorded without an image.About 30 minutes of audio can be stored on a16MB memory card. Audio is recorded atapproximatel

Image size not only affects the resolution of the movieimage, but also changes the maximum length of themovie clip. The maximum recording time for a 3

In movie recording, some functions can be used, some are fixed, and some are disabled, see chart.Image size, white balance, and movie mode can be sele

8TABLE OF CONTENTSWhite balance...

80PLAYBACK MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONWhen turning the camera on, the lens can be prevented from extending. Press and hold thedown the central key of th

Press the controller topause the movie oraudio playback; pressthe controller again toresume the playback.81Movie clips and audio recordings are played

Basic Custom1 Custom2DeleteLockAudio caption –––82PLAYBACK MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONOnce a setting has beenselected, the cursor willreturn to the menu

831 Copying to camera memory.Refer to the following sectionsfor descriptions of the menuoptions and their settings.Choosing “Yes” will execute theoper

When a marked-frames setting is chosen on a menu, the frame selection screen will appear. Thisscreen allows multiple images to be chosen.The left/righ

85Deleting permanently erases the file. Once deleted, a file cannot berecovered. Care should be taken when deleting images.Single, multiple, or all fi

86PLAYBACK MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONSingle, multiple, or all files can be locked. A locked file cannot be deleted by either the playback-mode menu fun

87A still image can have a fifteen-second audio caption attached to it. This function will also replace avoice-memo audio track recorded with an image

88PLAYBACK MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONThe custom 1 section of the playback-mode menu controls the slide-show function. This functionautomatically displa

89Menu options SettingsSlideshowPlaybackDurationRepeatEnterAll framesMarkedFrames1 - 60s.Yes / NoTo start the slide-show presentation. Pressing the c

9Setup mode - controlling the camera’s operation...95Navigating the setu

90PLAYBACK MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONThe print menu option is used to set an order for standard prints from still images on the memorycard. Single, mul

When the this-frame or all-frames setting is chosen, a screen will appear requesting the number ofcopies of each image; a maximum of nine copies can b

92PLAYBACK MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONThe copy function makes exact copies of image, audio, or movie files and can store the copied dataon another memor

Copy 93When the change-card message is highlighted, remove the cam-era’s memory card and insert the card to which the image shouldbe copied. Press the

94PLAYBACK MODE - ADVANCED OPERATIONViewing images on a televisionIt is possible to view camera images on your television. The camera has a video-out

95The setup mode is used to control the camera’s functions and operation. The navigating the setupmenu section covers the operation of the menu. The s

Basic Custom1 Custom2LCDbrightnessFormatPower saveLanguage English1 min.––96SETUP MODETo access the menu, simply turn the mode dial to the setup posi

97Choosing “Yes” on theconfirmation screenswill execute theoperation, “No” willcancel it.Ye s NoYe s NoEnterSetupDate/Time set2003 07 20 16 33:..On th

98SETUP MODELCD monitor brightnessThe brightness of the LCD monitor can be set in elevenlevels. The brightness setting screen is opened from thebasic

99Auto power saveTo conserve battery power, the camera will shut down if no operation is made within a certain period.The length of the auto-power-sa