Casio QV-3EX Specifications

E-2QUICK REFERENCE1LOCK22LOCK1On the bottom of the camera, slide thebattery compartment cover lock towardsthe front of the camera (11111) to release t

FEATURESE-11FEATURESSimple image management (page E-111)Images are stored on a large-capacity CompactFlash memorycard. A new Card Browser feature prod

DPOFE-1016.Use [왔] and [왖] to specify the number of cop-ies you want to print.• If you want to specify more images for printing, repeatsteps 4 through

DPOFE-102Printing All Images1.Pressing down the Power/Function switch,slide it to PLAY.2.Press MENU.3.Select “DPOF” “All” “Set print order”.• To c

CONNECTIONSE-103DIGITALVIDEOOUTUSBDC IN 6VCONNECTIONSThis camera is equipped with a VIDEO OUT terminal forconnection to a television or video deck, an

CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENTE-104Connecting to a TelevisionImages being displayed on the camera’s monitor screen,whether for recording or playback ca

CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENTE-105CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENTConnecting to a ComputerThe following accessories are included with the camera tomake i

CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENTE-106USB Port Connection IMPORTANT! • Whenever connecting the USB cable to the camera,make sure the arrow mark on the plu

CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENTE-107CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENTWindows 2000, Me, 98, 95, NT Workstation 4.0The Data Transfer Cable can be connected to

USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTERE-108USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTERSetting Up to Access CompactFlash CardContents From Your Co

USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTERE-109Memory Card DataImages recorded with this camera and other data is storedon the memory card using DCF

USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTERE-110Image Files Supported by the Camera• Image files recorded with the CASIO QV-3EX Digital Cam-era• DCF p

FEATURESE-12Movie and panorama images (pages E-84, 85)A buffer lets you capture images of events that occurred beforeyou pressed the shutter button.A

USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTERE-111Personal Computer• This camera uses management files to manage the se-quence and attributes of image f

USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTERE-1123.Use [왔] and [왖] to select the Format and thenpress .There are four Card Browser formats.Type1...

USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTERE-113• This camera generates a Card Browser file wheneveryou turn off power. When the card in the camera co

USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTERE-114Image InformationFile size (KB)Resolution (pixels)QualityRecording modeAELight meteringShutter speedAp

TROUBLESHOOTINGE-1151. Battery not loaded correctly.2. Dead battery3. Wrong AC adapter1. Auto Power Off2. Low battery powerBattery is about to go dead

TROUBLESHOOTINGE-116The focus setting is not correct.Low battery power1. Failure to focus the image while the camera is inthe Manual Focus Mode.2. Att

TROUBLESHOOTINGE-117Colors of recorded imageare different from those onthe display when image wascomposed.No [왘]/[왗] button operationduring nine-page

TROUBLESHOOTINGE-118Select a different function or change to the RECMode.Remove batteries and disconnect the AC adapter ifyou are using one. Restore p

MESSAGESE-119MEMORY FULLChange quality ordelete unneededimages.MEMORY FULLDelete unneededimages.NO FORMAT3. Use [왔] and [왖] to select “Yes”, and then

MESSAGESE-120RECORD ERRORREPLACE BATTERY!There are no imageson this memory card!This camera cannotdisplay the imageyou selected!This message appears w

FEATURESE-1312-step Digital Zoom RecordingLandscape Mode with built-in color filterNight Scene AEB Modepage E-63page E-70page E-69page E-62Aperture Pr

SPECIFICATIONSE-121SPECIFICATIONSDescription ... Digital cameraModel ... QV-3EXRecorded ImageFile

SPECIFICATIONSE-122Battery LifeThe values noted below indicate the number of hours before battery failureunder normal operating temperature (25°C). Th

SPECIFICATIONSE-123• This camera does not have a separate battery to power its clock.Clock settings are cleared whenever power to the camera is cut of

FEATURESE-1400/2/1Self-timerDate and Time Stamping 9-image Screenpage E-74page E-48page E-88Display ZoomMacro Featurepage E-65page E-86Histogrampage E

FEATURESE-15Image Protectionpage E-94Slide Showpage E-89

PRECAUTIONSE-16PRECAUTIONSGeneral PrecautionsBe sure to observe the following important precautionswhenever using the QV-3EX.All references in this ma

PRECAUTIONSE-17Operating conditions• This camera is designed for use in temperatures rangingfrom 0°C to 40°C.• Do not use or keep the camera in the fo

PRECAUTIONSE-18About the camera’s backlight…• The camera is equipped with a fluorescent light source toprovide the back lighting for its LCD.• The nor

PRECAUTIONSE-19Lens• Camera performance can be adversely affected by finger-prints or dirt on the lens surface. Never touch the lens sur-face with you

PRECAUTIONSE-20QV-3EXDeclaration of ConformityModel Number: QV-3EXTrade Name: CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.Responsible party: CASIO INC.Address: 570 MT. PL

E-3QUICK REFERENCE21 3Open the memory cardslot cover.Close the memory cardslot cover.Insert a memory card into the camera so the arrowon the front of

UNPACKINGE-21UNPACKINGCheck to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer

UNPACKINGE-22Lithium Ion RechargeableBattery (NP-L7)• User’s Guide• AC power cord • DC cordAC Adapter/Charger (BC-7LA)Manual• AC Adapter/Charger User’

UNPACKINGE-23Attaching the StrapPass the strap through the ring on the side of the camera asshown in the illustration.Adjusting the Length of the Stra

UNPACKINGE-24Using the Soft CaseKeep the camera in its soft case to protect it when not in use. IMPORTANT! • Be sure to keep the strap around your wri

GENERAL GUIDEE-25LensGENERAL GUIDEThe following illustrations show the names of each component, button and switch on the camera.Shutter button(page E-

GENERAL GUIDEE-26Top and Display (Flash/Information)button(pages E-56)MENUDISPSET/RECOFFPLAYMF/INFO/CARD (Focus Folder) button(pages E-64, 65)

GENERAL GUIDEE-27LOCKOPENBottomSideOpening the Terminal Panel CoverDIGITAL terminal(page E-103)USB port(page E-103)VIDEO OUT terminal(page E-103)AC po

GENERAL GUIDEE-28DialManual ModeAperture Priority Auto ModeProgram AE ModeNight Scene ModeLandscape ModeMovie ModePanorama Mode(page E-72)(page E-71)(

GENERAL GUIDEE-29Operation lampThis lamp lights or flashes to indi-cate the status of the operationyou are performing, as describedbelow.Operation lam

GENERAL GUIDEE-30Flash lampThis lamp lights or flashes to indi-cate the status of the operationyou are performing, as describedbelow.• When the Operat

E-4QUICK REFERENCE• Be sure to use the procedure on page E-48 to set the time and date before using thecamera for the first time.• Failure to set the

MONITORBILDSCHIRMG-31Balken fürDigitalzoomMONITORBILDSCHIRMREC-Modus (Aufnahmemodus)SET/DISPDISP-TasteAufnahmemodusFokus-Modus-AnzeigeAutomatische Sch

MONITORBILDSCHIRMG-32HistogrammanzeigeBei der Aufnahme von Standbildern können Sie einHistogramm am Monitorbildschirm anzeigen, um dieBelichtungspegel

MONITORBILDSCHIRMG-33• Die Blitzlichtanzeige zeigt an, dass das Blitzlicht gezündetwird (wenn die Blitzlichtautomatik gewählt ist). WICHTIG! • Ein fal

MONITORBILDSCHIRMG-34SchutzanzeigeBildnummerOrdnernameDatum und Zeit(Datum und Zeit derAufnahme)QualitätFINE (Fein)NORMAL (Normal)ECONOMY (Sparsam)Bil

MONITORBILDSCHIRMG-35Anzeige im REC-ModusGrundlegendes MenüWeiterführendes MenüKategorieKategorieFunktionenOn-Screen-BenutzerführungDISPAusführung von

MEMORY CARDSE-362.As shown in the illustra-tion, slide the memorycard into the slot andpush it in as far as it willgo.• If the Eject button is ex-tend

MEMORY CARDSE-37Removing a Memory Card from the Camera1.Open the memory cardslot cover.2.Press the eject button soit extends from the cam-era.3.Press

MEMORY CARDSE-38Formatting a Memory CardYou can format a memory card to delete all of the datastored on it. IMPORTANT! • Formatting a memory card dele

MEMORY CARDSE-39• Formatting is recommended for any memory card that yoususpect contains corrupted image data (due to a DE-CODE ERROR, strange image c

MEMORY CARDSE-40Memory Card Folder Precautions• The camera automatically creates folders (directories) onthe memory card and assigns them names based

E-5QUICK REFERENCEMENUDISPSET/RECOFFPLAYMF/INFO/CARD12After composing the image on the monitor screen, press the shutter but-ton about half way and ho

POWER SUPPLYE-41POWER SUPPLYThis camera can be powered by a special lithium ion battery(NP-L7) or by household AC power.• Do not use other types of A

POWER SUPPLYE-42● Continuous Play/Record Times• The times noted are for reference purposes only, and donot guarantee operation for the times noted.• T

POWER SUPPLYE-43● Low Temperature Precautions• Your digital camera requires large amounts of current forproper operation. The amount of operation prov

POWER SUPPLYE-44AC Adapter/ChargerThe AC Adapter/Charger is used for recharging the lithiumion battery and for directly powering the camera using ACpo

POWER SUPPLYE-45Using AC PowerUse the optional AC adapter (AD-C620) or the special ACadapter/charger (BC-7LA) to power the camera on standardAC power.

POWER SUPPLYE-46• Be sure to turn off power before connecting or disconnect-ing the adapter.• Always turn camera power off before disconnecting the AC

POWER SUPPLYE-47Setting SLEEP and AUTO POWER OFF Trigger Times1.Pressing down the Power/Function switch,slide it to REC.2.Press MENU.3.Select “Options

SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIMEE-48SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIMEUse the following procedures to set the current date andtime, and to select the

SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIMEE-49Selecting the Date FormatExample: May 1, 2000You can select any one of the following formats for the abovedate:

RECORDINGE-50RECORDINGTurning Camera Power On and OffUse the Power/Function switch to turn camera power on andoff.REC : Turns on power and enters the

E-6QUICK REFERENCEMENUDISPSET/RECOFFPLAYMF/INFO/CARD21Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY.• This turns on power and displays rec

RECORDINGE-51Recording a Single Snapshot ImageThe following is the basic procedure for recording a singlesnapshot image. It uses the Program AE Mode (

RECORDINGE-524.After confirming that the Auto Focus operationis complete (the operation lamp lights green),press the shutter button all the way down t

RECORDINGE-53 IMPORTANT! Auto Focus tends not to work well with the followingtypes of subjects.• Solid color walls or objects with little contrast• St

RECORDINGE-54Recording Images under Low Battery PowerTo protect against unexpected loss of image data, imagesare recorded one-by-one whenever the batt

RECORDINGE-55Using Focus LockNormally, Auto Focus automatically focuses on the objectthat is inside the Auto Focus Frame. Focus lock is a tech-nique t

RECORDINGE-56Using the FlashYou can use the built-in flash unit to provide illumination dur-ing recording.1.Press .• Each press of cycles throu

RECORDINGE-57Flash IndicatorWhen you press the shutter button half way, the flash iconappears on the monitor screen and the Flash lamp light (am-ber)

RECORDINGE-58About Sync SpeedsYou can use the procedure under “Using the REC Menus” onpage E-79 to specify the shutter speed you want when usingthe fl

RECORDINGE-59• Numbers in parentheses are compressed image file sizes.• Use the REC menus (page E-79) to select the quality set-ting you want.• Note t

RECORDINGE-602.After adjusting the exposure, press the shutterbutton to record the image. NOTES • Exposure compensation is generally expressed interms

E-7QUICK REFERENCEMENUDISPSET/RECOFFPLAYMF/INFO/CARD31245Press .Double check to make sure that you really want to delete the image you select

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-61This section describes more advanced recording operationsthat are also provided by this camera.• Use the monitor screen f

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-62Using the AEB(Automatic Exposure Bracketing) ModeThe AEB Mode automatically records three images whenyou press the shutte

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-63Using Digital ZoomThe center of the display screen can be enlarged to one of12 steps to record a 1008 x 768-pixel image.Z

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-64Manual FocusManual Focus lets you manually adjust the focus of an image.1.Pressing down the Power/Function switch,slide i

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-65Using the Macro ModeUse the Macro Mode for close up shots in the focusingranges shown below.Approximate Focusing Range :

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-66Movie RecordingYou can record movies that are approximately 30 secondslong. Movies are recorded in 320 x 240-pixel AVI fo

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-675.Compose the image on the monitor screen andthen press the shutter button about half way.• The message “STAND BY” appear

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-68Panorama RecordingWith panorama recording you record a series of images andthen link them to create a single panoramic ef

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-69Night Scene ModeThe Night Scene Mode is for recording images in dark areas.When recording images of people on a twilight

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-70Landscape Mode RecordingThe Landscape Mode increases the depth of field to bringeverything from nearby objects to faraway

CONTENTSE-8CONTENTSINTRODUCTIONCongratulations upon your selection of the QV-3EX LCD Digital Camera.To get the most out of the QV-3EX, be sure to care

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-71• Adjust the aperture setting to compensate for the relativebrightness or darkness of the subject you are recording.1.Pre

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-72Manual Exposure RecordingUse the Manual Mode (M Mode) when you want to makeyour own aperture and shutter speed settings.•

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-73Monochrome and Sepia RecordingUse the following procedure to record an image in mono-chrome (black and white) or sepia. N

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-74Using the Self-timerYou can use the self-timer for either of the two following re-cording operations.10-second recording

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-75Performing Manual White BalanceCertain lighting conditions can cause auto white balance totake a very long time or can re

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-765.After the manual white balance operation iscomplete, press .6.Select “Exit”. NOTES • White balance is automatically se

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-77Mode 1 (Mode Memory 1)MultiAutoNormalNormalNormalSetting atpower offSettingAvailableOptionsMode MemoryStatusAFAutoSetting

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-786.Select the item whose setting you want tochange.7.Select “On” or “Off”.• Repeat steps 6 and 7 for other items if you wa

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-79Item Initialized SettingPower SaveSleep 1 minAuto Power Off 2 minMode 1 (Mode Memory 1)Focus Off (AF)Flash On (Last mode

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-80PictureQuality BASICSize BASICSharpnessSaturationContrastUse this setting to control the quality of the image.Fine / Norm

CONTENTSE-9Using the Macro Mode ... E-65Movie Recording ...

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-81Functions 2MovieModeColor BASICGridTimeStamp BASICSelect the movie mode you want to use.Normal / PastUse this setting to

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONSE-82CardBrowser BASICFormat BASICDate BASICVideo Out BASICLanguage BASICBeep BASICUse this item to select the Card Browser fi

PLAYBACKE-83PLAYBACKThe following describes the different techniques that you canuse to playback recorded images.Basic Playback OperationThe built-in

PLAYBACKE-84Playing Back a MovieUse the following operation to play back a movie that wasrecorded using the operation under “Movie Recording” onpage E

PLAYBACKE-85Panorama PlaybackUse the following operation to playback panoramas re-corded using the operation under “Panorama Recording” onpage E-68.1.

PLAYBACKE-86Zoom the Playback ImageYou can enlarge the playback image to one of six steps.Zoom Factors (Steps): 1.2, 1.6, 2, 2.4, 2.8, 3.2 IMPORTANT!

PLAYBACKE-87Displaying Other Image InformationThe camera saves other information in addition to the imageitself. Use the following procedure to view t

PLAYBACKE-88• Except for the Histogram, “------” is shown in place of anyitem for which information is uncertain or otherwise un-available.3.Use [왘] a

PLAYBACKE-894.Use [왘] and [왗] to scroll through imagesstored in memory.• To view a particular image in normal size, press DISP.This causes the mark

PLAYBACKE-901.Pressing down the Power/Function switch,slide it to PLAY.2.Press MENU.3.Select “SLIDE SHOW”.4.To stop Slide Show, press any button besid

CONTENTSE-10• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibilityfor any damage or loss resulting from the use of thismanual.• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.

PLAYBACKE-91DPOFDELETESET UPUse this item to specify images for printing on aDPOF printer.Select : Prints a single specific image.Folder : Prints a sp

E-92FOLDER TYPESMemory Card Folder PrecautionsThe camera automatically creates folders (directories) onthe memory card and assigns them names based on

FOLDER TYPESE-93Selecting a Folder for Playback1.Pressing down the Power/Function switch,slide it to PLAY.2.Press .3.Use [왘] and [왗] to select the

IMAGE PROTECTIONE-944.Select the image you want to protect.5.Press [왔] or [왖] to toggle the mark of theselected image on and off.• Selected images a

IMAGE PROTECTIONE-95Protecting Folders1.Pressing down the Power/Function switch,slide it to PLAY.2.Press MENU.3.Select “PROTECT” “Folder”.4.Use [왘]

DELETING IMAGESE-96DELETING IMAGESUse the following operations when you want to delete im-ages. You can delete the currently selected image, specifi-c

DELETING IMAGESE-97Deleting a Single Image1.Pressing down the Power/Function switch,slide it to PLAY.2.Press MENU.3.Select “DELETE” “Select”.4.Selec

DELETING IMAGESE-98Deleting All the Images in a Folder1.Pressing down the Power/Function switch,slide it to .2.Press MENU.3.Select “DELETE” “Folder”

DELETING IMAGESE-99Deleting All Unprotected Images1.Pressing down the Power/Function switch,slide it to PLAY.2.Press MENU.3.Select “DELETE” “All”.4.

DPOFE-100Printing Specific Images1.Pressing down the Power/Function switch,slide it to PLAY.2.Press MENU.3.Select “DPOF” “Select”.4.Use [왘] and [왗]