PLAYBACK

Playing an Audio Snapshot 121
Playing Back a Voice Recording File.. 141 Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen. 142
Selecting the Video Output System 144
Basic Playback Operation.. 120 Zooming the Display Image.. 122 Resizing an Image... 123 Cropping an Image... 124 Playing and Editing a Movie. 125
Playing a Movie Editing a Movie Capturing a Still Image from a Movie (MOTION PRINT) 130

DELETING FILES

Deleting a Single File.. 145 Deleting All Files.. 146

FILE MANAGEMENT

Memory Folders and Files To protect a single file To protect all files in memory To To To To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder display a file in the FAVORITE folder delete a file from the FAVORITE folder delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 152
Displaying the 9-image View.. 131 Displaying the Calendar Screen.. 132 Playing a Slideshow.. 133
Using the Photo Stand Feature 136
Folders... 147 Protecting Files... 148
Rotating the Display Image.. 137 Using Image Roulette... 138 Adding Audio to a Snapshot. 139

To re-record audio 140

Using the FAVORITE Folder. 149

OTHER SETTINGS

To configure sound settings To set the confirmation tone volume level To set the audio volume level for movie and audio snapshot playback 154

USING A MEMORY CARD

To insert a memory card into the camera To replace the memory card Formatting a Memory Card To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card To copy a specific file from a memory card to built-in memory 166
Configuring Sound Settings.. 153
Using a Memory Card... 164

Copying Files... 167

168 168
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen. 154 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method.. 155 Setting the Clock.. 156
To select your Home Time zone To set the current time and date Changing the Date Format To display the World Time screen To configure World Time settings 158

PRINTING IMAGES

To configure print settings for a single image To configure print settings for all images Date Printing 178

Using World Time... 158

DPOF.. 171
Changing the Display Language.. 159 Changing the USB Port Protocol.. 160 ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Configuring [ Power On/Off Functions.. 161 Formatting Built-in Memory.. 162
Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT.. 174 PRINT Image Matching III.. 179 Exif Print.. 179
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer. 213
About the bundled CD-ROM Computer System Requirements Managing Images on a Macintosh Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) To register as a camera user 216
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer. 180 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer. 188 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer... 193 Memory Data.. 194

INTRODUCTION PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT support (page 174) Connect directly to a PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT compatible printer and you can print images without going through a computer. PRINT Image Matching III Compatible (page 179) Images include PRINT Image Matching III data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching III reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you intended when you recorded them. DCF Data Storage (page 194) DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage protocol provides image compatibility between the digital camera and printers. Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands (pages 202, 205, 215) Your camera comes bundled with Photo Loader, the popular application that automatically loads images from your camera to your PC. It also comes with Photohands, and application that makes image retouching quick and easy. Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD (page 210) Bundled Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD software lets you edit movie files on your computer and create Video CDs. Software can be upgraded to convert files so they can be played by a DVD player.

Precautions

I General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the EX-S500. All references in this manual to camera refer to the CASIO EX-S500 Digital Camera. Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so creates the risk of serious accident. Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed. Always leave maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized service center. Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out of the reach of small children. If swallowed accidentally, contact your physician immediately. Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with the drivers vision and create the risk of accident. Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subjects eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired too close to the eyes. This is especially true with young children. When using the flash, the camera should be at least one meter (3.3) from the eyes of the subject.

Proper focus may be difficult or even impossible when shooting the following types of subjects. Solid color walls or subjects with little contrast Strongly backlit subjects Very shiny objects Venetian blinds or other horizontally repeating patterns Multiple subjects that are varying distances from the camera Subjects in poorly lit areas Moving subjects Subjects outside the shooting range of the camera Note that a green operation lamp and focus frame do not necessarily guarantee that the resulting image will be in focus. If Auto Focus does not produce the results you want for some reason, try using focus lock (page 78) or manual focus (page 77).
I About the REC Mode Monitor Screen
The image shown on the monitor screen in the REC mode is a simplified image for composing purposes. The actual image is recorded in accordance with the image quality setting currently selected on your camera. The image saved in file memory has much better resolution and detail than the REC mode monitor screen image. Certain levels of subject brightness can cause the response of the REC mode monitor screen to slow down, which causes some digital noise (graininess) in the monitor screen image. Very bright light inside of an image can cause a vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image. This is a CCD phenomenon known as vertical smear, and does not indicate malfunction of the camera. Note that vertical smear is not recorded with the image in the case of a snapshot, but it is recorded in the case of a movie (page 94).

Using Zoom

Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical zoom and digital zoom. Normally, the camera automatically switches over to digital zoom after you reach the maximum limit for optical zoom. You can, however, configure the camera to disable digital zoom, if you want.

Optical Zoom

The optical zoom range is 1X to 3X.
1. In the REC mode, press
the zoom button to change the zoom factor.

Zoom button

To do this: Zoom out Zoom in
Press this side of the zoom button: (Wide Angle) (Telephoto)
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING NOTE The optical zoom factor also affects the lens aperture. Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against hand movement when using the telephoto setting (zoom in). Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation while recording with the Auto Focus mode, Macro mode, or manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen to tell you the focusing range (pages 72, 75, 77). Optical zoom is disabled during movie recording. Digital zoom only is available. Make sure you select the optical zoom setting you want to use before you press [ ] (MOVIE) to start movie recording (page 94).

Zoom out

Zoom in
2. Compose the image, and then press the

shutter button.

Digital Zoom
Digital zoom digitally enlarges the part of the image at the center of the image screen. The range of digital zoom is 3X to 12X (in combination with optical zoom). IMPORTANT! When you perform a digital zoom operation, the camera manipulates the image data to enlarge the center of the image. Unlike optical zoom, an image enlarged with digital zoom appears coarser than the original.
I To record an image using digital zoom

1. In the REC mode,

hold down the telephoto ( ) side of the zoom button.
This causes the zoom indicator to appear on the display.

Digital zoom indicator

Zoom indicator
2. When the zoom pointer reaches the optical/
digital zoom switch over point, it will stop.
Optical Zoom range 1X 3X Zoom pointer Optical/digital zoom switch over point Digital Zoom range 12X
The above shows what the zoom indicator looks like when digital zoom is turned on (page 60). The digital zoom range is not displayed when digital zoom is turned off.
3. Release the zoom button momentarily, and
then hold down its telephoto ( ) side again to move the zoom pointer into the digital zoom range.
The zoom pointer will also stop when you move the pointer back to the switch over point to re-enter the digital zoom range. Release the zoom button and ) side again to then hold down its wide angle ( move into the digital zoom range.
I To turn digital zoom on and off
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Use [] and [] to select the REC tab. 3. Use [] and [] to select Digital Zoom, and

then press [].

To do this: Turn on digital zoom Turn off digital zoom Select this setting: On Off
4. Compose the image, and then press the
Only the optical zoom range is displayed in the zoom indicator when digital zoom is turned off.

Using the Flash

Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. The approximate effective range of the flash is shown below. Wide Angle Optical Zoom: Approximately 0.4 to 2.8 meters (1.3 to 9.2) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) Telephoto Optical Zoom: Approximately 0.4 to 1.4 meters (1.3 to 4.6) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) * Depends on zoom factor.

1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the Quality
tab, select EV Shift, and then press [].
Exposure compensation value
change the exposure compensation value, and then press [SET].
Pressing [SET] registers the displayed value.

EV value

To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes 0.0.
IMPORTANT! When shooting under very dark or very bright conditions, you may not be able to obtain satisfactory results even after performing exposure compensation. NOTE Performing an EV shift operation while using multipattern metering (page 115) will cause the metering mode to switch automatically to center weighted metering. Returning the EV shift value to 0.0 causes the metering mode to change back to multi-pattern metering. You can use key customization (page 109) to configure the camera to perform exposure compensation whenever you press [] or [] while in the REC mode. This comes in handy when adjusting exposure compensation while viewing the on-screen histogram (page 106).
[] : Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light-colored subjects and backlight subjects.
[] : Decreases the EV value. A lower EV value is best for dark-color subjects and for shooting outdoors on a clear day.

Adjusting White Balance

The wavelengths of the light produced by various light sources (daylight, light bulb, etc.) can affect the color of a subject when it is recorded. White balance lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types, so the colors of an image appear more natural.
When shooting under these conditions: Normal conditions Outdoor daylight on a clear day Outdoor daylight on an overcast or rainy day, in the shade of a tree, etc. In the shade of a building or any other area where the color temperature is high Under white or daylight white fluorescent light (suppresses color fogging) Under daylight fluorescent light (suppresses color fogging) Under incandescent lighting Difficult lighting that requires manual control (See Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually (page 82).) Manual N Select this setting: Auto
tab, select White Balance, and then press [].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE When Auto is selected for the white balance setting, the camera automatically determines the white point of the subject. Certain subject colors and light source conditions can cause problems when the camera tries to determine the white point, which makes proper white balance adjustment impossible. When this happens, use daylight, cloudy, or one of the other fixed white balance settings to specify the type of lighting available. You can use the key customization feature (page 109) to configure the camera so the white balance setting changes whenever you press [] or [] while in the REC mode. If you have key customization configured to control white balance and you have Icon Help turned on (page 111), select AWB Auto WB to change the white balance mode to auto.

Selecting one of the BEST SHOT sample scenes automatically sets up the camera for recording a similar type of image.

press [BS] (BEST SHOT).

This enters the BEST SHOT mode and displays all 12 of the BEST SHOT scenes. There are four types of sample scenes: snapshot and movie scenes, snapshot only scenes, movie only scenes, and the voice record scene. Sample scenes are arranged in sequence, starting from the upper left corner.

I Example Sample Scene

Portrait Scenery
2. Use [], [], [], and [] to select the sample
scene you want, and then press [SET].
Use [], [], [], and [] to move the selection boundary around the display. Scrolling past the last or the first scene scrolls to the next screen of 12sample scenes. Pressing [MENU] causes the selection boundary to jump to the first sample scene (Auto). If you want to check which sample scene is currently selected or if you want to change to a different scene, press [BS].

Night Scene

Night Scene Portrait
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Auto scene changes the recording type to snapshot auto recording ( displayed) (page 52). IMPORTANT! BEST SHOT scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only. Movie recording is not supported for the Business Cards and Documents, and the Whiteboard, etc. scenes. Snapshot recording is not supported for the Short Movie and the Past Movie scenes. Movie recording and snapshot recording are not supported for the Voice Recording scene. Depending on the sample scene, you may not be able to record a still image or movie. Due to shooting conditions and other factors, an image recorded using the setup of a BEST SHOT scene may not produce exactly the results you expect. You can change the camera settings that are made when you select a BEST SHOT scene. Note, however, that the BEST SHOT settings revert to their defaults when you select another BEST SHOT scene or turn off the camera. If you want to save your settings for later use, save them as a BEST SHOT user setup. Digital noise reduction processing is performed automatically when you are recording a night scene, fireworks, or other image that requires slow shutter speeds. Because of this, it takes longer to record images at lower shutter speeds. Make sure that you do not perform any camera button operations until the image recording operation is complete.
3. To record a snapshot, press the shutter
button. To record a movie, press [

Specifying Movie Image Quality
The image quality setting determines how much the camera compresses movie images before storing them. Image quality is expressed as image size in pixels. A pixel is one of the many tiny dots that make up an image. More pixels (a larger image size) provide finer detail and higher image quality when a movie is played back. Before recording a movie, select the image quality setting that suits your needs.
then press []. Quality , and
Setting Higher Quality HQ (pixels) Normal (pixels) Lower Quality LP (pixels) Approximate Data Rate 4.1 megabits per second 2.0 megabits per second 745 kilobits per second Frame Rate 30 frames/ second 30 frames/ second 15 frames/ second
1. In the REC mode, point the camera at the

subject.

2. Press [

Remaining recording time

This starts movie recording. Movie recording continues as long as remaining memory capacity allows.

Recording time

3. To stop movie recording, press [

again.

] (MOVIE)
When movie recording is complete, the movie file is stored in file memory.

Recording a Short Movie

Short Movie records a movie of preset length each time ] (MOVIE). you press [ Short Movie consists basically of two parts, as shown in the illustration below. When 4-second past part and 4-second future part is specified
Operation Press [ ] MOVIE Store Storage complete. Recording stops automatically 4 seconds after [ ] (MOVIE) is pressed.
I To record a Short Movie
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). 2. Use [], [], [] and [] to select the Short
Movie scene, and then press [SET].
Selecting the Short Movie scene causes appear on the monitor screen. to

3. Press [SET].

Record Action Stores the previous 4 seconds. Recording of the future part starts.
You can specify the length of the past part and the future part independently. The total length of the short movie can be anywhere from two to eight seconds. A MOTION PRINT feature (page 130) lets you capture still images from a short movie as you store it.
specify the length of the past part (the part before [ ] (MOVIE) is pressed), and then press [].
Times can be specified in one-second units. The total short movie length (past part plus future part) can be the range of two seconds to eight seconds.

Past part

Future part
6. Use [] and [] to select the MOTION PRINT
layout format you want, and then press [SET].
To do this: Store a capture of the image at the point [ ] (MOVIE) is pressed to start Short Movie recording, and display it on a background of eight frames Store a capture of the image at the point [ ] (MOVIE) is pressed to start Short Movie recording Turn off MOTION PRINT (no snapshot stored) Select this setting:

9 frames

MOTION PRINT
You can specify 0 seconds for the length of the past part or the future part. The length of the past part can be from 0 to five seconds.

1 frame

5. Use [] and [] to specify the length of the
future part (the after part [ ] (MOVIE) is pressed), and then press [].
7. Point the camera at the subject and then

press [ ] (MOVIE).

This will record a movie of the length specified by the time values you specified in steps 3 and 4. Recording stops automatically. To stop recording part way through, press [ (MOVIE) again. IMPORTANT! Note that Short Movie data is continually recorded and stored in a buffer before you press [ ] (MOVIE). Be sure to keep the camera still and pointed in the direction of the subject for some time ] (MOVIE) to start recording. before you press [ When a Short Movie record operation starts future part recording, the monitor screen will show a countdown of the remaining recording time. Recording continues until the end of the countdown is reached. ]

Recording a Past Movie

Past Movie uses a 5-second buffer that is continually ] (MOVIE) starts recording from five updated. Pressing [ seconds prior to the point [ ] (MOVIE) is pressed. Use Past Movie when you want to make sure you do not miss fast-moving action.
Operation Press [ ] MOVIE Press [ ] MOVIE Store Recording ends. Storage complete.
Record Action Stores the previous 5 seconds. Recording of the future part starts.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). 2. Use [], [], [] and [] to select the Past
Selecting the Past Movie scene causes appear on the monitor screen. to
3. Point the camera at the subject and then
This will record anything that went on in front of the lens during the previous five seconds and continue recording from the point that [ ] (MOVIE) was pressed. Recording can continue as long as there is memory available to store data.
I Movie Recording Precautions
The flash does not fire during movie recording This camera also records audio. Note the following points when recording a movie. Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject. Microphone Operating camera buttons during recording can cause button noise to be included in the audio. Movie audio is recorded in monaural.
4. To stop recording, press [
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Very bright light inside of an image can cause a vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image. This is a CCD phenomenon known as vertical smear, and does not indicate malfunction of the camera. Note that vertical smear is not recorded with the image in the case of a snapshot, but it is recorded in the case of a movie. Certain types of memory cards take longer to record data, which can cause movie frames to be dropped. and REC flash on the monitor screen during recording to let you know when a frame has been dropped. Optical zoom is disabled during movie recording. Digital zoom only is available. Make sure you select the optical zoom setting you want to use before you press [ ] (MOVIE) to start movie recording (page 57). The effects of camera movement in an image become more pronounced when you record close ups or recording with a large zoom factor. Because of this, use of a tripod is recommended when recording close ups or recording with a large zoom factor. Images may be out of focus if the subject is outside the shooting range of the camera.

Recording a Snapshot during Movie Recording
You can use the procedure below to record a snapshot during movie recording.
1. Point the camera at the subject you want to
record, and then press [ ] (MOVIE).
This will start movie recording.
2. When you want to record a snapshot, press

the shutter button.

This will record the snapshot and return to movie recording. To stop movie recording, press [ ] (MOVIE) again.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! During movie recording, you can only record auto recording snapshots, and BEST SHOT snapshots (excluding Business Cards and Documents, Whiteboard etc., Short Movie, Past Movie, Voice Recording). Movie recording (image and audio) is interrupted for a few seconds when a snapshot is recorded. NOTE During movie recording, you can press [] ( ) to cycle through the flash mode settings for snapshot recording (page 61). Select the flash mode you want to use before recording the snapshot. You can use the key customization feature (page 109) to assign functions to [] and [] that can be accessed during snapshot and movie recording.

Recording Audio

Adding Audio to a Snapshot
You can add audio to a snapshot after you record it. Image Format: JPEG JPEG is an image format that provides efficient data compression. The file extension of a JPEG file is.JPG. Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format This is the Windows standard format for audio recording. The file extension of a WAVE/ADPCM file is.WAV. Recording Time: Up to about 30 seconds per image Audio File Size: Approximately 165KB (30-second recording of approximately 5.5KB per second) NOTE You can play back an audio file recorded in the Audio Snapshot mode on your computer using Windows Media Player.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the REC tab, select Audio Snap,
5. Press the shutter button to start audio

recording.

The operation lamp will flash green while recording is in progress. If you have the monitor screen turned off, the monitor screen turns on while you are adding audio to a snapshot.
3. Use [] and [] to select On and then press

display the image you want.
7. After all the settings are the way you want,
press [SET] to apply them.
To configure print settings for all images
5. To turn on date stamping for the prints, press

[BS] so

is displayed.
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the PLAY tab, select DPOF, and
To turn off date stamping for the prints, press [BS] so is not displayed.
3. Use [] and [] to select All images, and
6. After all the settings are the way you want,
specify the number of copies.
PRINTING IMAGES IMPORTANT! DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. This means that if you perform another printing operation without clearing DPOF settings, printing will be performed in accordance with the last settings you configured. If you want to prevent this from happening, perform the procedure under To configure print settings for all images (page 173) and change the number of copies to 00. After that, you can configure new DPOF settings as required. If you take a memory card to a professional print service, be sure to tell them that it includes DPOF settings for the images to be printed and the number of copies. If you dont, the printing service may print all images without regard to your DPOF settings, or date printing may not be performed. Note that some professional print services do not support DPOF printing. Check with your service before ordering prints. Some printers may have settings that disable date stamp and/or DPOF printing. See the user documentation that comes with your printer for details about how to enable these features.
Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT
You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT, and perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF support (page 171) also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed. PictBridge is a standard established by the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA). USB DIRECT-PRINT is a standard proposed by Seiko Epson Corporation.
4. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled
with the camera to the USB cradle and a printer.
USB port USB cable (bundled) Connector B
When connecting to this type of device: Computer or USB DIRECTPRINT-compatible printer PictBridge-compatible printer Select this setting: Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT) PTP (PictBridge)

Connector A

About the bundled CD-ROM

The CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera contains the applications described below. Installation of these applications is optional, and you should install only the ones you want to use.
CD-ROM Software Supported Windows Versions XP/2000/Me
Purpose USB connection to a computer for image transfer

Software Name

Required Operation Use the USB cradle to establish a connection between the camera and computer. Installation of the USB driver is not required (page 180). Use the USB cradle to establish a connection between the camera and computer. Install the USB driver Type B (page 180). Install Photo Loader 2.3 (page 202). * If the computer does not have DirectX 9.0 or higher installed, install DirectX 9.0c (page 204).

USB driver Type B

98SE/98
Management of images transferred to a computer
Photo Loader 2.3 * DirectX 9.0c

XP/2000/Me/98SE/98

CD-ROM Software Purpose Snapshot retouching, reorientation, printing Movie playback Software Name Photohands 1.0 Windows Media Player 9 * DirectX 9.0c Supported Windows Versions XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 XP/2000/Me/98SE Required Operation Install Photohands 1.0 (page 205). If you can connect to the Internet, connect to the Internet for automatic installation for the applicable codec (page 207). If you cannot connect to the Internet, install Windows Media Player 9 (page 208). * If you are running Windows 2000 or 98SE with a DirectX version that is lower than 9.0c, install DirectX 9.0c (page 204). If you can connect to the Internet, connect to the Internet for automatic installation for the applicable codec (page 207). If you cannot connect to the Internet, install the Windows 98 WMP6.4 codec (page 209). Install Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD (page 210). If your computer does not already have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed, install Adobe Reader 6.0 (page 212). If your computer does not already have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed, go to the Adobe Systems Incorporated website and install Acrobat Reader 5.0.5.

Windows 98 WMP6.4 codec

Movie editing
Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD Adobe Reader 6.0
XP/2000 Me/98SE/98 XP/2000/Me/98SE
Viewing of user documentation (PDF) files
Computer System Requirements
Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application. Actual requirements are greater, depending on the number of images and the sizes of the images being handled.
USB driver Type B OS: 98SE/98 In the case of Windows XP, 2000, or Me, connect the camera to the computer using the bundled USB cradle. You do not need to install the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM. Correct operation is not guaranteed on a computer that has been upgraded from Windows 95 or 3.1. Photo Loader 2.3 OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Memory: At least 16MB HD: At least 7MB Other: Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; DirectX 9.0 or higher These are the minimum system requirements to run the application. Actual requirements are greater, depending on the number of images and the sizes of the images being handled.

, charge 1) When the battery indicator shows the battery as soon as possible (page 33). 2) Do not remove the memory card before the save operation is complete. This is a CCD phenomenon known as vertical smear, and does not indicate malfunction of the camera. Note that vertical smear is not recorded with the image in the case of a snapshot, but it is recorded in the case of a movie. Record within the allowable shooting range.
Vertical lines on the monitor screen.

Movies

Out of focus images.
The subject is outside the shooting range of the camera. Sensitivity is increased automatically for dark subjects. Greater sensitivity increases the chance of digital noise.

Digital noise in images.

Use a light or some other means to illuminate the subject.
Symptom Color of the playback image is different from the image on the monitor screen during recording. Images are not displayed. Possible Cause Sunlight or light from another source is shining directly into the lens during recording. Action Position the camera so sunlight does not shine directly into the lens.

Playback

A memory card with non-DCF images recorded with another camera is loaded in the camera.
This camera cannot display non-DCF images recorded onto a memory card using another digital camera. Remove the battery from the camera, reinsert it, and then try again.
All buttons and switches are disabled.
Circuit problem caused by electrostatic charge, impact, etc. while the camera was connected to another device. USB communication is in progress.

Monitor screen is off.

After confirming that the computer is not accessing camera memory, disconnect the USB cable. 1) Check the connection between the camera and USB cradle. 2) Check all connections. 3) Install the USB driver on your computer (page 180). 4) Press the [USB] button on the USB cradle.
Cannot transfer files over a USB connection.
1) Camera is not set securely on the USB cradle. 2) USB cable is not connected securely. 3) USB driver is not installed. 4) Camera is turned off.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CASIO ANNOUNCES NEXT GENERATION IN EXILIM CARD DIGITAL CAMERA SERIES
Anti-Blur Technology and State-of-the-Art MPEG-4 Movie Features Found in Newest EXILIM Camera July 2005, Dover, NJ -- Casio Computer Co., Ltd. in conjunction with Casio, Inc. announces the release of the newest addition to the EXILIM CARD digital camera series. True to the series, the EX-S500 model is barely bigger than a credit card and just.54 at its thinnest point. Packed into the pocket-sized body are 5.0 m ega pixels and MPEG-4 quality movie recording capabilities, allowing more than one hour of standard video recording when using a 1GB SD memory card. Casios EXILIM Engines Anti Shake Digital Signal Processor also makes blurry pictures nearly a thing of the past.
The EX-S500 is a culmination of Casios core technologies, combining cutting-edge miniaturization and digital expertise with state-of-the-art movie recording capability. As with all digital cameras in the EXILIM Series, the EXILIM CARD features Casios EXILIM Engine, an image processing module that makes for high quality images, quick operation, and low power consumption that has made EXILIM the camera of choice for many users. The latest version of the EXILIM Engine features the Anti Shake DSP, which reduces blurring caused by shaking hands or moving subjects, while the Auto Macro and Quick Shutter functions ensure that photos are properly focused.
The EX-S500, which is available in fashionable white, orange and gray colors incorporates Casios heralded EXILIM Engine along with advanced MPEG4 quality movie capabilities and anti-blur technology--- all in a digital camera thats barely the size of a credit card, says John Clough, President of Casio, Inc. In a market where manufacturers are selling disposable camcorders because of their portable travel appeal, the S500 is the perfect icon for permanent multi- functionality exhibiting a re-useable best of class technology as an affordable business, leisure and fashion accessory. In additio n to the anti-blur technology, 5.0 mega pixel resolution and 3X zoom capability means high quality pictures. A large 2.2- inch TFT LCD screen makes still and video photography easy to shoot, and the lithium ion rechargeable battery allows up to 200 shots on one charge. - more -
-2The pocket-sized EX-S500 is quick and easy to use for both business and pleasure. Comparable in size and weight with most cell phones, the EX-S500 is conveniently portable, taking high quality pictures and movies anywhere, anytime. The sugge sted retail price of the EX-S500 is $349. Casio, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan. Casio, Inc., markets calculators, keyboards, digital cameras, mobile presentation devices, portable color TVs, timepieces (Wrist Technology), cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio, the unexpected extra for more information visit our web site at www.casio.com. *** EXILIM CARD EX-S500 MAIN FEATURES High Performance, High Quality Thin Card-Sized Highlights

5 mega pixel CCD makes for high resolution picture taking Miniaturized digital camera with a retracting 3X optical zoom employing high density technology resulting in a 77 cc volume just.63" thick (thinnest point:.54") Uses the EXILIM Engine image processing module, which includes the Anti Shake DSP MPEG-4, VGA(640480 pixels), 30 frames/second enables high quality movie taking Super life battery allows up to 200 pictures per charge, based on CIPA standards Movie can be shot continuously for 1 hour and 20 minutes 1 hour of movies can be taken in Normal mode using a 1GB SD memory card Once powered on, the camera is ready to take pictures in approximately 1 second-1 After the shutter is snapped, picture is taken almost instantaneously with an approximately 0.008 seconds-2 release time lag High-speed picture playback of approximately 0.1 seconds interval-3 Continuous shutter function enables photos to be taken in approximately 1 second intervals, limited to available space on memory card Digital interface TFT LCD 2.2 inch screen for easy viewing AF assist light function allows for perfect focus in dark places Beautiful color body is brilliant and smooth, due to a special electrical coating process enhancing the look and feel of the stainless steel body 1-using internal memory, with internal flash turned off 2-with internal flash turned off 3depending on the type of memory card used
Easy to use camera functions
The camera shutter can be easily operated with the index finger, and the Direct Movie button easily operated with the thumb Blurring due to both shaky hands and moving subjects is mitigated by the Anti Shake DSP Perfect pictures and movies can be taken using one of the 33 different BEST SHOT settings Equipped with a one-touch BEST SHOT button that allows you to select the appropriate mode for your shot The Snapshot-in-Movie function allows you to take still pictures while shooting movies

-3High Sensitivity setting included in BEST SHOT ensures pictures come out bright even witho ut the flash The Quick Shutter function supports high-speed focusing simply and easily The Auto Macro mode allows for automatic switching between macro mode and auto focus mode The Direct On button function allows quick startup in both shooting and playback modes Using the MOTION PRINT function, movies can be converted into a series of nine or just one snapshot for printing Movies can be zoomed in during replay The Past Movie function enables movie recording from 5 seconds before the recording button is pressed The Short Movie function enables movie recording for up to a total of 8 seconds, adjustable before or after the shutter is snapped The Movie Editing operation offers three ways (beginning, middle, end) to cut unwanted scenes from a movie The Flash Assist mode compensates for poorly illuminated areas of the shot The Icon Help function provides icon guidance when adjusting camera settings

Miscellaneous Features

USB 2.0 Hi-Speed facilitates rapid data transfer The USB cradle functions as a charger as well as a simple way to connect the camera to a PC or TV without the need for additional equipment Includes Photo Loader software which facilitates easy transfer of pictures to a PC Windows Media Player 9 (movie playback soft ware) and Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD (movie editing software) included Menu display language can be set to Chinese (simplified and traditional), English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish Compatible with PictBridge and USB Direct Print for direct connection to printing device Compatible with ExifPrint (Exif 2.2) as well as PRINT Image Matching Internal 8.3 MB flash memory, SD memory card/MMC compatible* *memory card not included
EX-S500 SPECIFICATIONS Imaging Elements Recording Formats 1/2.5-inch square pixel primary color CCD (5.25 million total pixels; 5.0-million effective pixels) Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Ver. 2.2), DCF 1.0 compliant, DPOF compatible Movies: AVI (MPEG-4) Audio: WAV (MONO) Internal flash memory (approx. 8.3 MB recordable area), SD memory card/MMC compatible Snapshots: 25601920 / 25601712(3:2) / 23041728 / 20481536 / 16001200 / 640480 pixels Movies: 640480(HQ) / 640480(Normal) / 320240(LP)
Recording Medium: Image recording pixels
Recording Volumes and Times Still Photos Image size (pixels) Image quality/ recording time Built-in memory (8.3MB) SD Memory Card 256MB *

File size

-42560 X x 480 640x480 (HQ) 640x480 (Normal) 320 x 240 (LP) Fine/Normal/ Economy Fine/Normal/ Economy Shooting time: unlimited** Shooting time: unlimited** Shooting time: unlimited** Approx 3.0MB/ 2.0MB/1.0MB Approx. 190KB/ 140KB/90KB Approx. 4.1M Bit/sec. (30 frames/sec.) Approx. 2.0M Bit/sec. (30 frames/sec.) Approx. 745k Bit/sec. (15 frames/sec.) Approx. 2/3/7 Approx. 38/50/79 Approx. 13 sec. Approx. 25 sec. Approx. 1 min 9sec. Approx. 80/118/226 Approx. 1187/1557/2491 Approx. 8 min. 29sec. Approx. 16 min. 6sec. Approx. 44 min. 57sec.

Movies

*-When using a Matsushita Electronic Industrial Co., Ltd 256MB **-Depending upon memory capacity and battery life. 6 lenses in 5 groups, including aspherical lens; F2.7(W) to F5.2(T), f=6.2(W) to 18.6(T)mm (equivalent to approximately 38 to 114 mm when converted to 35mm film) 3X optical zoom; 4X digital zoom (12X total when optical and digital zooms are used in combination) Contrast type AF (selectable between spot, 9-point multi); macro mode; infinity mode; manual focus Normal: 15.75" to 8; Macro: 6.70" to 19.69" * varies with optical zoom Light metering method: multi-pattern, center-weighted, CCD spot Control method: program AE +/-2EV (1/3 EV units) CCD electronic / mechanical shutter; snapshot auto 1/8 to 1/2000 sec. shutter speed Auto; F2.7/F4.3 [using wide angle] * varies with optical zoom Auto / Fixed (6 modes) / Manual Snapshot; Auto /ISO50/ISO100/ISO200/ISO400, Movie; Auto Snapshot / audio snapshot (up to 30 seconds); continuous shooting; Selftimer; Macro; BEST SHOT; movie 10 sec. or 2 sec., Triple Self- timer Flash Modes: Auto, Flash On, Flash Off, Red Eye Reduction Approximate Range: 0.4 to 2.8 meters (W); 0.4 to 1.4 meters (T) LCD Monitor 2.2-inch digital interface TFT color LCD, 84,960 pixels (354240) Date and time recorded with image data; auto calendar up to cities (32 time zones); city names, date and time, summer time (daylight
Lens: Zoom: Focal point adjustment: Focus Length: Exposure Control: Exposure compensation: Shutter: Aperture: White Balance: Sensitivity setting: Shoot and Recording Functions: Self- timer: Internal Flash: Viewfinder: Monitor Screen: Timekeeping Function World Time:

-5saving time) Input/Output Terminals: USB: Audio: Batteries Battery Life Charging cradle USB 2.0 (Hi-speed) Microphone (mono); speaker (mono) Proprietary lithium ion rechargeable battery / AC adapter Approx. 200 snapshots (CIPA standards) Continuous shooting: approx. 410 snapshots (approx 1 hr. 40 min.)* * 23C, LCD monitor ON, Flash disabled, alternating between wide- zoom and telephoto-zoom every 15 seconds Continuous playback: approx 2 hr. 40 min. (snapshots) Continuous recording: approx 1 hr. 20 min. (movie) Continuous recording: approx 2 hr. 40 min. (voice recording) 3.54" (W) x 2.32" (H) x.63" (D) (excluding projections, thinnest point.54") Approx. 115g (without batteries and accessories) Lithium- ion rechargeable battery; USB cradle; AV cable; Strap; AC power cord; CD-ROM
Dimensions: Weight: Supplied Accessories
Specifications are subject to change without notice.