Summary of the content on the page No. 1
Operation Manual
For the safe use of your camera, be sure to read the Safety Precautions thoroughly before use.
The sound-related functions (recording, playing back, and deleting) are only available for G4wide.
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
Using These Manuals The two manuals included are for your Caplio G4/G4wide. Please read this first: Quick Start guide (printed manual) This booklet is designed to help you enjoy your Caplio G4/G4wide right away by providing quick explana- tions: "Getting Ready to Shoot", "Shooting Images", "Viewing Images", and "Connecting to Your PC." Before using your camera, first read this manual. Please read as needed: Operation Manual (this manual). This explains how to use all the functions of your Cap
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
Contents Using the ADJ. Button (Exposure) ............................................56 Using These Manuals ........................................................... 2 Using the Shooting Menu (Exposure) .......................................57 Using This Guide .................................................................. 2 Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE) .. 58 Using the ADJ. Button (White Balance) ....................................59 Chapter 1 Using Your Camera
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
Protecting the Displayed Still Image ...................................... 104 Changing the Display Size ............................................... 145 Protecting All Still Images ...................................................... 106 Viewing Images in a slide show ....................................... 147 Protecting Multiple Still Images, Movies, or Sounds at Once 107 To View a slide show ..............................................................147 Copying the Contents of Inter
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
Chapter 1 Using Your Camera Section 1 Getting Started This section explains how to get your camera ready, from taking it out of the package to preparing to shoot.
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Checking that everything is Packed The following items should be included with the camera. Please make sure everything was packed. Caplio G4/G4wide AV Cable CD-ROM The software and the operation manual are included on this CD-ROM. Video Cable AA Alkaline Batteries (2) Warranty Card USB Cable Safety Handstrap Precautions Quick Start Guide Optional Accessories Rechargeable Battery (DB-43) AC Adapter (AC-4a) Other products sold Battery Charger (BJ-2) separately
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Names of Parts It is necessary to know these in order to understand the explanations in this manual. Check the follow- ing. Camera Front View 1. Shutter release button 2. Power button 3. Mode Dial 4. Flash 5. AF Window 6. Viewfinder 7. Lens 8. USB Terminal 9. Video Out Terminal 10. Speaker 11. Microphone The speaker and microphone are mounted on G4wide only. 1. Viewfinder Rear View 2. Auto Focus Lamp 3. ADJ. Button 4. Z (Wide-angle)/9 (Thumbnail Display) Butto
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started How to Use the Mode Dial The Mode Dial is on the top of the camera. The Mode Dial is used to select the desired mode and operation for shooting and playback (still image viewing). Turn the Mode Dial to the symbol of the mode you want to use. Mode Dial Symbols and Functions. Symbol Mode Name Function 1 Setup Mode Allows you to set and confirm camera settings. 2 Voice Memo Mode Allows you to record sounds. (G4wide only) 3 Movie Mode Allows you to record movies.
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Inserting the Batteries The following batteries can be used in the camera. Please choose which kind to use according to your needs. Battery Type Feature AA Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (included) You can obtain them anywhere, so they are convenient for travel. However, in a low-temperature environment the number of shots you can take will decrease. Warm the batteries before use. It is recommended that you use the rechargeable battery when using the camera for a
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Using the Batteries Insert the batteries following these steps. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. Make sure the camera power is off. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps. First slide the cover toward the face of the camera, then lift it to expose the battery compartment. Insert the two batteries, making sure they are facing the correct way. When the batteries wear out Just before the batteries wear out, is d
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Using the Rechargeable Battery The DB-43 or DB-40 rechargeable battery (sold separately) is convenient for extended use because it can be used over and over again. Inserting the rechargeable Removing the rechargeable battery battery Make sure the camera power is off. Make sure the camera power is off. Open the battery/card cover. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps. The cover slides open in two steps. First slide the cover toward t
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Using the AC Adapter When shooting or viewing still images for a long time, or when connecting to your computer, use of the AC Adapter (sold separately) is recommended. Battery for use with the AC Adapter AC Adapter Open the power (DC input) cable cover Setting up the AC Adapter and take the cable out. Make sure the camera's power is off. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps. First slide the cover toward the face of the camera, then
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Removing the AC Adapter Make sure the camera's power is off. Unplug the power plug from the outlet. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps. First slide the cover toward the face of the camera, then lift it to expose the battery compartment. Remove the battery. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. 13
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Turning the Power On/Off The camera is switched On and Off as follows. To turn the camera On To turn the camera Off Press the power button. Press the power button. The flash lamp and auto-focus lamp will alternate for several seconds. Auto Power-off • If the camera goes unused for a set period of time, it will automatically turn itself off to save power. To use the camera again, simply press the power switch. • At time of purchase, the Auto Power-off functio
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Setting the Date and Time (DATE SETTINGS) You can take still images with the time or date stamped onto the picture. Immediately after purchasing the camera, the date and time settings will not be correct, so be sure to set the date and time before using this feature. To set the date and time, follow the steps Set the year, month, date and time by below. pressing !"# !" !" !"#$ #$ #$ $. If you hold down the !" buttons, you can increase/ decrease the value quick
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Inserting a Memory Card You can record the still images and movies you have taken in the camera's internal memory or on an SD memory card (available in stores). Protecting your images from being deleted If you move the SD memory card's write-protection switch to LOCK, your still images cannot be accidentally erased, and the memory card cannot be formatted. If you return the switch to the former position, it is once again possible to erase images and format the
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Inserting the SD Memory Card Removing the SD Memory Card Make sure the camera's power is off. Make sure the camera's power is off. Open the battery/card cover. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps. The cover slides open in two steps. Slide the cover one step for card insertion or extrac- Slide the cover one step for card insertion or extrac- tion. tion. Press the card gently and release it. The card pops out just a little. Make sure
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started How to Use the LCD Monitor The LCD Monitor can be used to view the subject when you are shooting an image, as well as for play- ing back movies and still images. Symbols and numbers indicating the camera's status and settings are displayed on the screen of the LCD Monitor. Screen Examples when Shooting Pictures Still Image Mode Movie Mode Voice Memo Mode Symbol Display Contents Refer to 1. Flash Current flash mode. P.49 Flash Off Auto Red-eye reduction Forced
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Still Image Mode Movie Mode Voice Memo Mode Symbol Display Contents Refer to 5. Flash Mode Types Still Image Shooting Mode. P.34 Movie Mode. P.43 Multi-Shot Mode. P.40 S Multi-Shot Mode. P.42 * A musical note is displayed for an image shot with sound.(G4wide only) M Multi-Shot Mode. P.42 PORTRAIT Mode. P.37 SPORTS Mode. P.37 LANDSCAPE Mode. P.37 NIGHTSCAPE Mode. P.37 TEXT Mode. P.37 HIGH SENSITIVITY Mode. P.37 Voice Memo Mode. (G4wide only) P.47 6. INTERVAL In
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
Chapter 1 Section 1 Getting Started Still Image Mode Movie Mode Voice Memo Mode Symbol Display Contents Refer to 18. Zoom Bar - Zoom status. P.44 19. PHOTOMETRY (No Display) Multi Light Metering Method. P.73 Center Spot 20. Self-timer Self-Timer Shooting. P.51 After 10 Seconds After 2 Seconds 21. Macro Shooting Macro Shooting. P.46 22. Aperture Value - Aperture size. - 23. Shutter Speed - Shutter speed. - 24. Remaining Recording (Value) Length of time remaining for shooting with the current sett
