Minolta Dimage G500 Bedienerhandbuch

EINSTRUCTION MANUAL

10Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d) CautionRemove the batteries when the camera will not be usedfor an extended period.Do not use force when opera

100REC Menu Settings-You can change the contents of REC menu from “DETAILS” (default settings)to “BASIC”.- See pages 44 and 67 for details on this fun

101Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d)Make so the Image Information is not displayed-You can set the camera not to display information (p.36, 71) during sh

102Setting the Operation Sounds-You can turn on and off the beeps (sounds made for each type of operationand warnings), the shutter sound, or the soun

103Adjusting the Date and Time- If the battery is removed for approximately 24 hours or more, the date andtime settings will be lost. In this case, p

104Setting the Auto Power-OFF Time-You can change the Auto Power-OFF not-in-use interval starting at 3 minutes(default).Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d)

105Setting Memory Priority- When you have 2 cards in the camera at once, an SD memory card (orMulti-Media card) and a Memory Stick, you can decide whi

106Taking Still Images with SoundUsing the Set-up Menu (Cont’d)1. Select “ADD REC SET”, press  and thesettings screen will appear.Using  or , selec

107Customizing the camera1) The shooting and flash mode settings (see page 38-39) assigned to each and  can be set to on or off respectively.*You ca

108 Setting the AE-Lock to “ON”If you press  while activating focus lock (pressing the shutter buttonhalf-way on page 34), the exposure setting locks

1093. In Screen 1, select “MACRO” and press .The shooting mode settings screenappears. Select the desired mode with or , and press either  or the

11Checking the Packing ContentsThe following accessories should be packed with your new camera;please make sure all are enclosed after opening the pac

1101Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d)Restoring the Default Settings-You can change the various settings made in the REC menu and the SETUP menu back to t

111Operating Environments- Images recorded with the camera can be transferred to a PC using theUSB cable supplied.1. WindowsOS: Preinstalled versions

112Connecting with a USB cable-Turn OFF the power supply to the camera.- There is no need to turn off your PC power supply when connecting ordisconnec

113Installing USB Driver Software- Installing from attached DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM.- Install the software only if you are using Windows 98 or Windows 98

1146) Click “Specify a location:” and input “D:\”.Click “Next”.• Here, the CD-ROM drive is assumedto be drive D.Use a different letter if appropriate.

115Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d)Downloading (transferring) Images-To conserve the battery, using the AC adapter (sold separately

116Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d) Notes• The camera cannot be connected to your PC if no image data is recordedon the built-in me

117Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d)Using WindowsInstalling the included software (CD-ROM) and Instruction Manual1) Turn on the PC p

1185) Check to see that “Adobe Acrobat Reader” and “DiMAGE G500, DiMAGEViewer INSTRUCTION MANUAL” in the “MINOLTA DiMAGE G500 setupmenu” are checked a

119Using MacintoshInstalling the Adobe Acrobat ReaderQuickTime installation is not necessary.• Be sure to install if Adobe Acrobat Reader is not alrea

12Necessary Accessories (Cont’d)Compatible Recording MediaThis camera comes with approximately 2 MB of memory installed, butif you would like to use a

120Using the dedicated AC adapter (AC-8U, AC-8E, or AC-8GB- Please do not use the AC adapter where the voltage is outside the displayedpower supply vo

121Cleaning the cameraWhen cleaning the camera, do not use solvents such as benzene or paintthinner.• Before cleaning, remove the batteries from the c

122About image data• Use a PC to delete images and files recorded with other models.• The recorded data may be lost when you or a third part misuses t

123Check this: Page• Battery level too low 19• Battery inserted incorrectly 19• AC Adaptor attached incorrectly 22• Battery level too low 19• Low ambi

124Check this: Page• PLAY button not ON 70• No image data 70• All image data is erased76,82,99• White balance incorrect 52• Distance too great, the fl

125Main SpecificationsModel :Digital Still Camera with zoom lensEffective picture resolution :5.0 mega pixelsRecording media :Internal recording media

126Main Specifications (Cont’d)Flash :Built-in auto adjust lighting flash, flash interval about 5 sec.Flash working range (ISO100);wide angle about 0.

127• The performance of the items above is according to the conditions used in our test.• The specifications and/or appearance of the product may be a

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13Necessary Accessories (Cont’d)Important• In the event of malfunction or damage, it is possible that data maybe lost. Minolta can not accept responsi

14Names of PartsCamera BodyMicrophoneShutter ButtonLightSensorStrap HolderUSB TerminalSelf-timer LEDFlashViewfinderWindowLens Cover (MainSwitch)Lens

15Delete Button (→ P.16)Display Button (→ P.16)Play Button(→ P.16)LCD MonitorBattery Sub-capBattery/Card CoverMenu/Set Button (→ P.16)4-way Button(→ P

16Names of Parts (Cont’d)Operation Buttonsq Play Button ( )Use this button for playing back images, or setting up the play menu.This button can be use

17Attaching the StrapWarning: When using the camera with thestrap attached, take care so that itdoes not wrap around the neck. Onno account hang the c

18Charging the (supplied) Battery Pack- Charge the battery pack before you use it for the first time and when theLCD monitor indicates, “NO MORE POWER

19Installing the (supplied) Battery Pack- Before installing or changing battery packs, make sure the power is OFF(p.26), check that the LCD monitor is

2Getting StartedPlease be sure to read this manual before use.•Test shootingBe sure to take some test shots before taking important pictures(such as b

20Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d)Battery life guide (reference)Number of PicturesContinuousWith LCD Monitor On With LCD Monitor OffPlayback TimeAb

21Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d)Please co-operate in recycling the lithium battery.• This product uses a lithium battery.• This battery is recycl

22Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d)Connecting the AC Adapter (sold separately)- If you do not want to worry about battery consumption, we recommend

233. After opening the battery/card cover,remove the battery sub-cap. Insert thebattery adapter in the battery compartment,and close the battery/card

24- About 2 MB of memory are built into this camera as recording media forimage data, and other information, such as date and time, so even without ac

25Card Removal1. Open the battery/card cover.2. If you gently push in on the card, the lockwill release and the card will come out alittle. Then caref

261. Gently slide the lens cover (main switch) inthe direction indicated by the arrow until itstops.2. Once the lens extends to the shootingposition (

27Setting the Menu Language/Date and Time- The first time that you use your camera, a screen will automatically appearand prompt you to set the time,

284. (1) Once the “YEAR” has been adjusted,press  to move to the “MONTH” settingmode.(2) Use  or  to adjust the month in thesame way as Step 3 on p

29Basic OperationHolding Your Camera- Hold the camera securely with both handsand your elbows against your body for a stableposition.-To take a vertic

3Important Safety Precautions ... 6PreparationNecessary Accessories ...

30Viewfinder LED IndicatorsWhen the LED Indicators light, they mean the following:• Green LED:(On) Camera ready to shoot (Flash does not fire)(Flashin

31Taking Pictures (Cont’d)Taking Pictures using the Viewfinder1. Opening the lens cover turns ON the power.When the power comes ON, the LCD monitorwil

324. Take a picture by pressing the shutter buttonfurther. When it makes a sound, the shothas been taken, and the image will berecorded on the card (o

33When you press the shutter halfway and the green LED flashes…This may suggest that the focusing on the subject is difficult, and/or thesubject is to

34Taking Pictures (Cont’d)Shooting with Focus Lock- If the subject you wish to focus on is not in the center of the screen, use thefocus lock photogra

35Taking Pictures (Cont’d)Taking Pictures using the LCD Monitor-You can take a picture while looking at the LCD monitor as through theviewfinder.- Usi

36Image DisplayShooting with the LCD monitor displays the picture and the following otherinformation:•You can set the camera so information is not dis

37About Auto Power Off FunctionIf you do not operate for a certain period of time with the camera power onand the lens cover open, the auto power off

38- Selecting different shooting modes enables you to create the best shootingcondition for your subject.- Once a mode is set (apart from the self-tim

39Selecting the Shooting Mode (Cont’d)Pressing  enables the selection of the following modes.1) AUTO mode (no display)2) Macro-photo mode (p.42)3) Di

4Contents (Cont’d)Selecting a Combination of Image Sizes andCompression Ratios ... 46Shooting Movies

40Switching the Flash ModeAUTO (Auto Flash)- This is the normal mode. When the camera is turned ON, it is set at Auto(Auto Flash). No symbol will be d

41Selecting the Shooting Mode (Cont’d) Fill-In- Use this mode when a shadow falls on the subject’s face due to shade orartificial lighting, or when ta

42Selecting the Shooting Mode (Cont’d)Shooting Close Up/Long Range Macro-photo Mode- Use this mode when you want to be close to the subject.- If the d

43Using the Self-Timer Self-Timer Mode- Use a tripod.- When the shutter button is pressed, the self-timer LED comes on, andafter 10 seconds, a picture

44Using the REC MenuAdvanced Shooting- By using the REC menu, you can take pictures with your desired settings.You can set the camera using the “REC (

4533. After selecting the menu, pressing  willdisplay the set-up screen (screen 3) of themenu. After selecting the desired contentwith  or , press

46Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Selecting a Combination of Image Sizes and Compression Ratios-You can select a combination of four image sizes and two co

47Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)4. Selecting the compression ratioUse  or  to select the desiredcompression ratio, then press either  orthe MENU/

48Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Image size and pixel count (width) × (height)1) 2592 × 1944 pixels (approximately 5,040,000 pixels)This is the highest qu

49Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Shooting Movies- Set your camera to this mode to shoot movies.-You can take a movie with sound for approximately 30 secon

5Contents (Cont’d)Playing a Slide Show ... 97Using the After Recording Function ...

50Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)3. When you press the shutter button, yourmovie will start recording. You can recordfor about 30 seconds.•You need not ho

51Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Adjusting Exposure Compensation- If you wish to brighten or darken an entire image, use the exposureadjustment function.-

52Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Adjusting White Balance- The color tone of your photos will change according to the kind of lightsource. While the “AUTO”

53Available Modes• AUTO (Default) : The camera adjusts the white balance automatically.• DAY LIGHT : Ideal for taking photos in strong sunlight.• CLOU

54Changing Auto-Exposure (AE) Modes-Your camera uses center-weighted metering as the default, but it can bechanged to spot metering.- Spot metering is

55Taking Monochrome Pictures-You can take monochrome images, such as black and white or sepia tone.1. Select “MONOCHROME” and press .2. Use  or  to

56Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Using the Digital Zoom- Digital zoom can double or triple the zoom ratio achieved by the optical zoom.- When using the di

57Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Adjusting the Brightness and color of the LCD Monitor-You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to suit your shoot

58Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Making Voice Memos- The longest voice only memo you can record at one time is approximately30 seconds.-Take care not to c

59Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Using After Recording-You can add voice comments (After Recording) to photos you have alreadytaken. You can also erase pr

6!Important Safety PrecautionsThis product has been designed with safety in mind; however, pleaseread the following display marks, warnings and cautio

60Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Erasing recorded voice comments1. When you are on screen 2 on page 59,select the picture with the recording youwish to er

61Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Changing slow shutter speed- Slow shutter speed can be changed according to the flash mode.- Shutter speed will become sl

62Taking photographs in manual exposure mode- Shutter speed and focus value can be set according to conditions andpurpose.- Shutter speed can be set b

63Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)- When setting up manual exposure mode, the function of ,  and  buttoncan be changed every time  button is pressed.Ma

64Setting up image quality- Image quality including sensitivity, flash intensity, contrast and color ofimages can be set to meet your taste.-2 differe

65Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Modes you can set upISOSensitivity can be switched over.AUTO ; Normal sensitivity is equivalent to ISO100. Sensitivity ca

66Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Selecting the Set-up Menu- By setting each item on the set-up menu to your preferences, you cancustomize your camera to s

67Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Setting with the REC (BASIC) Menu- It allows you for the quick access to the basic operation. For informationabout how to

68Using the REC Menu (Cont’d)Selecting the Image Size-You can select from among four image sizes.- All on the same card, you can choose a different i

69Standard number of pictures you can take of each size (without sound or movie)Image SizeUsing a 64 MBInternal MemorySD Memory Card2592 × 1944 About

7Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d) WarningShould any of the following occur, stop using the productimmediately. Remove the batteries from the unit

70Basic Playback/Erasing PlaybackPlaying Back Pre-recorded Images-You can play back pre-recorded images on the LCD monitor.- When you play back images

71The Playback Image DisplayIn addition to the images you’ve taken, the following information is displayed.•You can set the camera so information is n

72Playback (Cont’d)Playing Back Movies1. After pressing the PLAY button, use  or to select the movie you wish to see.• is displayed on the movie im

73Playing Back Voice Memos- Play back the contents of your voice memos (p. 58).Playback (Cont’d)1. After pressing the PLAY button, use  or to select

74Playing Back Enlarged Images (Digital Zoom)-You can play back your images as enlargements.Playback (Cont’d)1. After pressing the PLAY button, use 

75Using the Quick-view Function- If you pre-set the camera to the Quick-view mode (p. 100), you can reviewpictures on the LCD monitor right after you’

76-You can erase playback images (one frame or all).-You cannot erase protected images.- Once an image is erased, it cannot be restored.Erasing the Pl

77- By using the PLAY menu, you can play back images, erase unwantedpictures and edit images. It does not matter whether the camera’s power isOFF or O

78Viewing Multiple Pages at Once (Index Playback)- Up to nine frames can be displayed on the LCD monitor simultaneously.You can quickly access the ima

79Copying an Image-You can copy a previously recorded still photo or movie onto another memorymedia. (You can select one frame, multiple frames or all

8 WarningImportant Safety Precautions (Cont’d)Do not directly look at the sun through the viewfinder.Loss of or impaired eyesight may result.Do not to

804. Returning to screen 2, select “TO”. Then thescreen shown left (screen 4) appears. Afterpressing , use  or  to select thedestination media

817. The 8-frame index appears. Using , , ,or , move the red frame to an image youwish to select and press the MENU/SETbutton.• Pressing  when th

82Erasing Unwanted Images-You can erase unwanted still pictures, movie images etc. (you can selectone frame, multiple frames or all frames.)- Once ima

834. Returning to screen 2, select “UNIT”. Thenthe screen shown left (screen 4) appears.After pressing , use  or  to choose“SELECT” (If one or m

847. Images selected at Step 6 on page 83 aresurrounded by a yellow frame. When youhave finished selecting images, use , ,, or  to select “END”, a

85Adjusting LCD Monitor Brightness and Color-You can adjust the brightness of your LCD monitor as needed to suit thelighting where you are viewing ima

86Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)Selecting/Deselecting Images to Print (DPOF)- DPOF is short for Digital Print Order Format. DPOF is a format for recordi

87Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)4. Returning to screen 2, select “UNIT”. Thenthe screen shown left (screen 4) appears.After pressing , if you want to p

88Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)8. Images selected at Step 7 are surroundedby a yellow frame. For auto mode, specifythe number of prints using zoom butt

89Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)9. A confirmation screen appears.If you choose “SELECT”: select “YES” with or  button and press MENU/SET button.If you

9Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d) CautionWhen taking a picture, wipe off the flash surface and becareful not to cover the flash.If the flash surf

90Reducing Image Size (Resizing)-You can reduce the size of images you have taken. When you resize animage, a new, smaller file is created.- Use this

91Setting/Canceling Protection for Your Important Images-You can protect your important still and moving images from being erased.(You can select some

924. Returning to screen 2, select “UNIT”. Thenthe screen shown left (screen 4) appears.After pressing , if you want to protect (orcancel protect) on

937. Images selected at Step 6 are surroundedby a yellow frame. When you have finishedselecting images, use , , , or  to select“END”, and then pre

94Moving the Image Data to Another Memory Card-You can move previously recorded still or movie image data to anothermemory card.- For protected images

954. Returning to screen 2, select “TO”. Then thescreen shown left (screen 4) appears. Afterpressing , use  or  to select thedestination media,

967. The 8-frame index appears. Use , , ,or  to move the red frame to an image youwish to transfer and then press the MENU/SET button.• Pressing 

97Playing a Slide Show- The slide show will proceed in order from the first image at a set interval.Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)1. Select “SLIDE SHOW”

98Using the Set-up MenuAdvanced Operations- By setting each item on the set-up menu to your preferences, you cancustomize your camera to suit you.- It

99Formatting a Memory Card- Formatting a card returns it to the initial state (when it was purchased).- Caution: Formatting erases all data, even imag