Kyocera SL300R User Manual

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10Introduction<Precautions for Handling Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack BP-780S>Lithium-Ion Battery Pack.Please recycle after its service

5-165Using the P Playback Mode FunctionsSupported images: Still images/moviesThis function displays your images at set intervals in the order in which

5-175Using the P Playback Mode Functions6 Use U or D on the 4-way button to select the [START FRAME] and then press R.7 Use U or D on the 4-way button

5-185Using the P Playback Mode FunctionsThe table below shows the operations that can be performed during an AUTO PLAY slideshow.11Use U or D on the 4

5-195Using the P Playback Mode FunctionsSupported images: Still images onlyDPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a printing standard for images shot on

5-205Using the P Playback Mode Functions5 Use L or R on the 4-way button to select the image for which you want to specify the print settings.6 Press

5-215Using the P Playback Mode Functions• To specify DPOF settings for another image, repeat steps 4-11.• Selecting [RETURN] cancels the details set u

5-225Using the P Playback Mode Functions● Tips on erasing images using [PROTECT] and [ERASE ALL]For example, if you have 100 recorded images and you w

5-235Using the P Playback Mode FunctionsNext, use ERASE ALL.3 Press the MENU button K to display the menu icons. Select ERASE ALL [ ] from the menu an

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G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsThis chapter describes how to set up some of the camera's more advanced functions, such as specifying the AF (Au

11Introduction<Precautions for Using the AC Adapter>• Prolonged use may cause the AC adapter to feel warm; this is a normal phenomenon and not a

6-26G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsThe AF MODE setting allows you to set the camera’s AF (Auto Focus) operating mode to SAF, which is best for shoot

6-36G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsYou can adjust the LCD monitor brightness through 5 levels. Set the brightness to your preferred level.2 Press U

6-46G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsUse this procedure to adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor backlighting.[BACKLIGHT] Changing the Monitor Back

6-56G Using the SET UP Mode Functions• The default setting for this function is [NO DATE].• If you set [WITH DATE], the date is permanently displayed

6-66G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsForgetting to switch the camera off can cause the camera’s battery charge to fall to a low level. For this reason

6-76G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsMode Lock is a function which ensures that the settings you have specified in “C”, “N”, “M” and “G” modes are ret

6-86G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsUse this procedure to adjust the volume of the operation beep emitted when a camera button is pressed or activati

6-96G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsUse this procedure to adjust the volume of shutter sound.Use this procedure to change the highlight color of a se

6-106G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsThis procedure sets the startup screen displayed when you switch the camera on. In addition to the default Kyoce

6-116G Using the SET UP Mode Functions• Because the selected image is stored in the camera’s memory, switching memory cards or erasing the image from

12IntroductionNomenclature  Names of camera controls and reference pagesUSB socket  p.2-13Power input socket  p.1-3Connector coverStrap lugMicroph

6-126G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsYou can choose Japanese, English, French, German, Spanish or Chinese (simplified) as the displayed language.3 Pr

6-136G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsImages shot on the camera are assigned file names that consist of sequential numbers before being saved in a fol

6-146G Using the SET UP Mode FunctionsUse this function when you want to reset modes and menu settings that you have specified back to their default s

AppendixThis chapter provides a range of technical information, including measures for dealing with camera problems, the names of the icons displayed

7-27AppendixCheck the items listed below before deciding that your camera is faulty.TroubleshootingProblems and SolutionsProblem Cause SolutionNothing

7-37AppendixThe camera gets hot. A strong current flows through the camera when the LCD monitor is used so the camera gets hot if the LCD monitor is u

7-47AppendixAfter OFF : Menu setting after the camera is switched off.Locked : As specified in MODE LOCK.Default : Reverts to the default setting.Prev

7-57Appendix● Display when the MENU button is pressedMenu icons are displayed.LCD Monitor Information and Names of IconsDisplay when the Camera C, Con

7-67Appendix● Display when the MENU button K is pressedMenu icons are displayed.Display when Playback P mode is selectedqMULTI (page 5-3)wPOSTRECORDIN

7-77AppendixThere are 3 LEDs on the camera.Each LED indicates the status of the camera depending on how it lights or flashes.LED indicatorsSelf-timer

13IntroductionThis digital camera, with its slimline body and rotatable lens and LCD monitor units, can be used in various ways not possible with conv

7-87AppendixCaution LED (red)C Camera mode/N Continuous Shooting mode/M Movie modeAs the shutter speed is slow, you need to take care of camera shake.

7-97AppendixAE (Auto Exposure)This refers to automatic exposure, which is the mechanism by which the camera automatically adjusts the exposure.AF (Aut

7-107AppendixEV (Exposure Value)An EV is a number that denotes exposure. EV=1 when the aperture setting is F1 and the shutter speed is 1 second. Each

7-117AppendixMemory cardA recording medium that uses flash memory on which data can be electrically erased (rewritten). SD memory cards and Multimedia

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14Introduction●Camera FunctionsYou can access the wide selection of camera functions by pressing the mode buttons above the LCD monitor to switch betw

15Introduction●System Around the CameraE-mailPCPrinterNotebookCard readerUSB cable (supplied)Card readerMemory cardAC adapter (supplied)Digital camera

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Camera PreparationsThis chapter tells you what you have to do to get the camera ready for taking pictures and covers topics such as inserting and char

1-21Camera PreparationsInserting the Battery Pack1 Open the card/battery cover.Slide the card/battery cover in the direction of the arrow (U) to open

1-31Camera Preparations• Before charging, check that the battery pack is in the camera.• When you first purchase the camera, you need to charge the ba

2FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERSKYOCERA DIGITAL STILL CAMERATested To Comply With FCC StandardsFOR HOME OR OFFICE USEFCC StatementThis dev

1-41Camera Preparations• If the card does not slide in smoothly, you may be loading the card upside down. Check that the card is the right way up and

1-51Camera Preparations• When the card access LED is flashing, images are being recorded onto the memory card. Do not open the card/battery cover or r

1-61Camera PreparationsThe first time you use your digital camera, you must set the date and time.The date and time settings may also be cleared when

1-71Camera Preparations●Attaching the Hand StrapAttach the supplied hand strap as shown.3 You can use L and R on the 4way button to cycle through the

1-81Camera Preparations●Using the Camera CaseUse the camera case as shown in the illustration.●Using the Cleaning PadAttach the cleaning pad to the ha

Basic OperationsThis chapter covers the basics of using your digital camera, including taking pictures, viewing your pictures, erasing images and conn

2-22Basic OperationsTaking Pictures — Shooting Still Images1 Take the camera out of the case.2 Hold the camera in both hands.3 Press the POWER button

2-32Basic Operations• Take care to avoid camera shake. ( p.4-4)• Press the T side of the zoom button to enlarge the image and the W side to return th

2-42Basic Operations• Press the shutter release button lightly with the soft pad of your fingertip. Pressing the button roughly will result in camera

2-52Basic Operations• Movie shooting can continue until the memory card is full.• For more information on the number of seconds of movie shooting that

3IntroductionThank you for purchasing this Kyocera product.The KYOCERA Finecam SL300R is a powerful, high-resolution digital camera featuring an ultra

2-62Basic OperationsViewing Images – Still Image Playback1 Press O or Q on the mode button until the “P” icon lights on the mode select LED.The photog

2-72Basic Operations• See p.5-2 for more information on playing back movies.This feature allows you to check information such as the aperture and shut

2-82Basic OperationsThis feature allows you to check data such as the aperture and shutter speed settings for an image you have just shot and to erase

2-92Basic Operations2 Press the MENU button K.The menu icons appear.3 Press R on the 4-way button to select ERASE [ ].4 Press the OK button E.The eras

2-102Basic Operations• The image erasing procedure is the same for still images and movies.To save images to a computer, use the exclusive USB cable s

2-112Basic OperationsYou can view images you have shot with this camera on a computer, copy the images to a computer and edit them, and then send them

2-122Basic OperationsIf you are using Windows 98 or Windows 98SE, you will need to install the USB drivers, which are included on the CD-ROM bundled w

2-132Basic Operations• If you are using Windows 98 or Windows 98SE, install the USB drivers before connecting the USB cable. ( p.2-12)• If you are us

2-142Basic Operations• In Windows XP, the Scanner and Camera Wizard window may appear. If it does, click the Cancel button to close the window.• When

2-152Basic Operations• Do not delete image data on a memory card on your PC. Erace images on the camera.• The same file name cannot be used in the sam

4IntroductionIntroduction... 3Test Photos a

2-162Basic OperationsUse the procedure below when disconnecting the USB cable from a Windows PC.●Windows Me usersDisconnecting the USB cable from a Wi

2-172Basic Operations●Windows 2000 or Window XP users●Windows 98 or Windows 98SE usersSwitch off the camera and then disconnect the USB cable.1Double-

2-182Basic OperationsIf the driver software is not installed successfully, the PC will be unable to recognize the camera. If this occurs, use the proc

2-192Basic Operations7 Select “Finecam SL300R” marked with a question mark in [Other devices] and then click [Remove].8 When the device deletion confi

2-202Basic Operations• You do not need to install the USB drivers on a Macintosh computer. Connect the USB cable without installing any drivers.• To v

2-212Basic Operations• When the camera is connected to a computer and you are viewing or copying images, the card access LED flashes. Do not disconnec

2-222Basic Operations• Do not delete image data on a memory card on your Macintosh. Erase images on the camera.• The same file name cannot be used in

2-232Basic OperationsYou can print out your images as specified in the DPOF settings ( p.5-19).• This feature can only be used with DPOF-compatible p

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Techniques for Taking PicturesThis chapter describes some more advanced photography techniques, including photographic subjects that are difficult for

5IntroductionSwitching the LCD Monitor Icon Display and Backlight On and Off ...3-8Specifying the settings ...

3-23Techniques for Taking PicturesUse Focus Lock in situations where the subject you want to focus on is not in the center of the LCD monitor, or when

3-33Techniques for Taking PicturesUse the zoom button to take pictures when you are at events such as sports meets or talks where you cannot get close

3-43Techniques for Taking PicturesThis camera features a SCENE button I that allows you to set the optimum shooting mode for the subject.• With the ca

3-53Techniques for Taking PicturesThis camera features 7 shooting modes to suit different subjects. All 7 modes are available in “C” mode and “N” mode

3-63Techniques for Taking Pictures• Because slow shutter speeds are used in Night View and Night Portrait modes, you should place the camera on a stab

3-73Techniques for Taking PicturesThis camera is capable of taking continuous shots at up to approx. 3.5 frames per second. This feature is useful for

3-83Techniques for Taking PicturesIn “C” mode, “N” mode and “M” mode, a large number of icons are displayed on the LCD monitor. If the icons are an a

3-93Techniques for Taking PicturesThere are several ways to limit the amount of power the camera uses when you are traveling or you are in a location

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Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeThis chapter describes various aspects of photography using a digital camera, such as

6IntroductionErasing all resized images ...5-14[ROTATE] Rotating an Image ...

4-24Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeApplicable mode: C/NThis camera features an Automatic Flash function that determin

4-34Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• For long-exposure shots, always place the camera on a stable surface to take the

4-44Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode●Flash settings in each mode using the scene button ISome restrictions apply to th

4-54Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• This mode is cancelled after you take the picture. To continue using the self-ti

4-64Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• Because this setting is retained even when the camera is switched off, you need

4-74Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• Because this setting is retained even when the camera is switched off, you need

4-84Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeApplicable mode: C/N/MUse exposure compensation to adjust the brightness of your i

4-94Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeApplicable mode: C/N/MThe color of a subject varies depending on the light source

4-104Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeApplicable mode: MThe frame rate refers to the number of frames shot per second i

4-114Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeApplicable mode: C/N/MThe detailed settings discussed here can be used to set fun

7IntroductionCamera Preparations: This chapter tells you what you have to do to get the camera ready for taking pictures and covers topics such as ins

4-124Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• Because this setting is retained even when the camera is switched off, you need

4-134Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeApplicable mode: C/N/MThis feature allows you select colors so that your images r

4-144Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeApplicable mode: C/NThe CHROMA setting lets you take pictures in which the intens

4-154Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeApplicable mode: C/NThis setting enables you to take pictures in which the subjec

4-164Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeApplicable mode: C/N/MUse this mode when there are multiple light sources or when

4-174Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• Because this setting is retained even when the camera is switched off, you need

4-184Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• Because this setting is retained even when the camera is switched off, you need

4-194Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeApplicable mode: C/N/MThis mode allows you to specify the camera’s focusing metho

4-204Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• Because this setting is retained even when the camera is switched off, you need

4-214Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie ModeApplicable mode: C/NWhen you take pictures of subjects such as stars at night or

8IntroductionCaution and Warning SymbolsThese Operating Instructions feature the following caution and warning symbols to indicate items of special im

4-224Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• Setting a slow shutter speed may result in ‘noise’ in the image.• When you swit

4-234Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• Because this setting is retained even when the camera is switched off, you need

4-244Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• Because this setting is retained even when the camera is switched off, you need

4-254Using C Camera Mode, N Continuous Shooting Mode and M Movie Mode• Because this setting is retained even when the camera is switched off, you need

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Using the P Playback Mode FunctionsThis chapter describes the camera’s Playback mode, in which you can check images you have shot on the LCD monitor.I

5-25Using the P Playback Mode FunctionsYou can use the zoom buttons to enlarge an image during playback. (Still images only)While playing movies, you

5-35Using the P Playback Mode FunctionsSupported images: Still images/moviesMULTI playback allows you to view 6 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor at

5-45Using the P Playback Mode Functions●Using the MULTI playback screenErasing images in the MULTI playback screen1 Press the MENU button K to display

5-55Using the P Playback Mode Functions• To continue erasing images, repeat steps 3 and 4.Supported images: Still images onlyThis feature allows you t

9Introduction• Clean the camera body by wiping with soft cloth. Never use benzene, thinner, or other volatile solvents or cleansers, since such substa

5-65Using the P Playback Mode Functions• It may not be possible to record a voice message if there is insufficient space available on the memory card.

5-75Using the P Playback Mode FunctionsUse the procedure below to erase a postrecorded voice message.Proceed carefully since erased messages cannot be

5-85Using the P Playback Mode FunctionsSupported images: Still images/moviesThis feature allows you to protect your images to ensure that they are not

5-95Using the P Playback Mode Functions• To protect another image, repeat steps 4 and 5.• The [ERASE ALL] function ( p.5-10) does not erase protected

5-105Using the P Playback Mode Functions• To erase another image, repeat steps 4 and 5.• When you erase an image with a postrecorded voice message (

5-115Using the P Playback Mode Functions• If there are images still shown after you use ERASE ALL, those images may be protected. To forcibly erase al

5-125Using the P Playback Mode Functions4 Use U or D on the 4-way button to select [EXECUTE RESIZING] and then press the OK button E.5 Use L or R on t

5-135Using the P Playback Mode Functions• Movies cannot be resized.• Resizing may not be possible if there is too little space available on the memory

5-145Using the P Playback Mode FunctionsYou can use this procedure to resize all the images recorded on a memory card.• If the memory card becomes ful

5-155Using the P Playback Mode FunctionsSupported images: Still images onlyUse the procedure below to rotate an image 90° left or right.5 Press U on t