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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for purchasing this Konica Minolta digital camera. Please take the time to read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new camera. Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately contact your camera dealer. Dynax digital camera Lithium-ion battery NP-400 Lithium-ion battery charger BC-400 Wide Strap WS-4 Video Cable VC-500 USB Cable USB-2 LCD Monitor Protection Panel MPP-100 DiMAGE Viewer software CD-ROM DiMAGE Instruction Manuals CD-ROM Camera instruction manual Pocket Reference Guide Install Guide Konica Minolta International Warranty Certificate
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

NP-400 LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
This camera operates on a powerful lithium-ion battery. Misuse or abuse of the lithium-ion battery can cause damage or injury through fire, electric shock, or chemical leakage. Read and understand all warnings before using the battery.
GENERAL PRODUCT WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
Read and understand the following warnings and cautions for safe use of the digital camera and its accessories.

WARNING

Only use the battery specified in this manual. Only use the specified charger or AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the unit. An inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock. Only use the charger power cord in the sales region for which it was designed. An inappropriate current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock. Do not disassemble the camera or charger. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched. Immediately remove the battery or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use if the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash unit, is exposed. The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire. Keep the battery, memory card, or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed. Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm them with the product or parts. Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight. Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary blindness which may lead to an accident. Do not use the monitor while operating a vehicle or walking. It may result in injury or an accident. Do not look at the sun or strong light sources through the viewfinder or lens. It may damage your eyesight or cause blindness.

DANGER

Do not short, disassemble, damage, or modify the battery. Do not expose the battery to fire or high temperatures over 60C (140F). Do not expose the battery to water, or moisture. Water can corrode or damage the internal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak. Do not drop or subject the battery to strong impacts. Impacts can damage the internal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak. Do not store the battery near or in metallic products. Do not use the battery with any other products. Only use the specified charger. An inappropriate charger may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock. Do not use a leaking battery. If fluid from the battery enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the battery makes contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water. Only use or charge the battery in an environment with ambient temperatures between 0 and 40C (32 and 104F). Only store the battery in an environment with ambient temperatures between 20 and 30C (4 and 86F) and a humidity of 45% to 85% RH.

Troubleshooting.....138 Care and storage....141 Camera care....141 Cleaning.....141 Storage.....141 Operating temperatures and conditions...142 Memory card care and handling...142 Batteries.....142 LCD monitor care....143 Copyright....143 Before important events or journeys...143 Questions and service....143 Technical specifications....144

NAMES OF PARTS

CAMERA BODY
* This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these surfaces clean. Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual (p. 141).
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.
Front control dial Shutter-release button Exposure-mode dial (p. 39) Dial Lock Release Flash (p. 31) Exposure-compensation dial (p. 48) Flash-compensation dial (p. 48) Flash sync. terminal (p. 119) Strap eyelet (p. 18) DC terminal (p. 114) Remote-control terminal (p. 45)
12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.
Focus-mode dial (p. 52) Lens release (p. 19) Lens mount Mirror* Lens contacts* Self-timer lamp (p. 57) Tripod socket Depth-of-field preview button (p. 53) Battery-chamber release (p. 22) Battery-chamber door (p. 22)
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
Main switch Eyepiece sensors* Viewfinder* (p. 17) Eyepiece cup (p. 59) Accessory shoe Diopter-adjustment dial (p. 20) Drive-mode dial (p. 56) AE lock button (p. 46) Metering-mode dial (p. 50) White-balance button (p. 60) White-balance dial (p. 60) AF/MF button (p. 53) Rear control dial USB port/Video-out terminal (p. 105, 121)
15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27.
Card-slot door (p. 24) Controller & Spot-AF button (p. 54) Focus-area switch (p. 54) Access lamp Anti-Shake switch (p. 32) Camera-sensitivity (ISO) button (p. 51) Memory set button (p. 63) LCD monitor* (p. 16, 34) Playback button (p. 34) Delete button (p. 36) Magnification button (p. 38) Display button (p. 33, 37) Menu button

Names of parts

RECORDING MODE DISPLAY
The recording display shows information on camera operation in panels. The information displayed varies with the functions set. As the camera is rotated to a vertical position, the display automatically rotates to compensate for the camera position.

VIEWFINDER

Wide focus frame

Spot AF area (p. 54)

1. Memory / exposure mode / exposure panel 2. Flash panel 3. Digital Effects panel 4. Metering / AF area / AF mode / Release priority / Drive mode panel 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. AE lock / battery condition panel Ev scale Color mode / camera-sensitivity panel Image size / quality panel White-balance panel Frame counter
Local focus areas (p. 55)
Spot-metering area (p. 50)
The spot AF area and local focus areas are illuminated briefly to indicate the point of focus when the focus is locked.

Camera Notes

1. Open the card-slot door in the direction indicated.
2. Insert a memory card all the way into the card slot. Insert the card so the face is toward the front of the camera. Always push the card in straight. Never force the card. If the card does not fit, check that it is oriented correctly. 3. Close the card-slot door.

TURNING ON THE CAMERA

Slide the main switch to the on position to turn on the camera. The access lamp glows briefly to indicate the power is on. When not in use, turn the camera off to conserve power.
4. To eject a card, open the card-slot door, and press and release the card-eject lever to extend it. 5. Press the card-eject lever to eject the card. The card can now be pulled out. Take care when removing the card as it becomes hot with use. The card-eject lever should remain inside the camera body. If it extends, push it into the camera. 6. Insert a new memory card and close the card-slot door.

Access lamp

SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
After initially inserting a memory card and battery, a message opens requesting that cameras clock and calendar be set. Images are recorded with the date and time of capture. Depending on the region, the menu language may also have to be set. To change the language, see the setup menu section on pages 102 and 107.

BASIC RECORDING

SETTING THE CAMERA TO RECORD IMAGES AUTOMATICALLY
While pressing the Dial Lock Release, turn the exposure dial to the program (P) position. The camera controls the exposure system. Full-auto program (circled P) acts like the program mode, except that the many of the recording functions are reset each time it is selected, see page 40 for more information.
Turn on the camera. Navigating the screen is simple. The up/down and left/right keys of the controller move the cursor and change settings. The central button of the controller sets adjustments.

HANDLING THE CAMERA

Set date and time? Yes No
Use the left and right controller keys to select Yes. No cancels the operation.
Grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the body with the palm of your left hand. Keep your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder-width apart to hold the camera steadily. The use of a tripod or monopod is recommended when using the camera in lowlight situations or when using telephoto lenses.
Press the central button of the controller to continue.

BASIC RECORDING DISPLAY

Date/Time set 2004. 10. 23
Use the left and right keys to select the item to be changed. The last item is the date format. Use the up and down keys to adjust the item. The date format can be set among year/month/day. day/month/year, and month/day/year.
The viewfinder and monitor show the same indicators used in the basic recording operations.

13 : 14 YYYY/MM/DD

:enter

Date/Time setup screen

Press the central button to set the clock and calendar.
Aperture Shutter-speed Flash indicator Anti-shake scale Focus signal Flash signal
BASIC RECORDING OPERATION
Place the subject within the focus frame. The subject must be within the focus range of the lens. If using a zoom lens, change the focal length to frame the subject.

FOCUS SIGNALS

The viewfinder focus signal indicates the status of the autofocus system. Focusing time can be longer with macro or telephoto lenses, or in low light conditions.
Press the shutter release button partway down to activate the autofocus and autoexposure systems (1). The viewfinder focus signal (A) confirms focus and the spot or local AF area (B) is illuminated briefly to indicate the point of focus. If the focus signal blinks, repeat the procedure. The shutter speed (C) and aperture (D) used for the exposure are displayed in the viewfinder and on the monitor.
Focus locked. Focus is confirmed (Continuous AF - p. 52). Indicator blinks - cannot focus. The shutter is locked. Focusing (Continuous AF). The shutter is locked. When the camera cannot focus, the subject may be too close or a special focusing situation may be preventing the system from focusing. Use focus lock with an object at the same distance as the main subject, focus the camera manually (p. 52), or raise the flash to use the AF illuminator (p. 97). Autofocus priority and shutter-release priority can be specified in section 1 of the custom menu (p. 94).
SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS 2
Press the shutter-release button all the way down (2) to take the picture. Press the shutter-release button gently so as not to the shake the camera during the exposure. The recorded image is displayed while the image is being saved. Press the shutter-release button partway down to cancel the playback. For more on instant playback see page 77. The access lamp (E) glows indicating the image data is being written to the memory card. Never remove a card while data is being transferred. The camera may not be able to focus in certain situations. Use focus lock or manual focus.
The subject is composed of repeating vertical lines.
The subject in the focus frame is low in contrast.

Frame the exposure target in the viewfinder depending on the metering mode in use (p. 50). Press and hold the AE lock button (1) to lock the exposure; the shutter speed and aperture are displayed and the AEL indicator is displayed in the viewfinder and on the monitor. Release the button to cancel the lock.

+2.5EV +3.5EV 3.0EV

The arrow indicates the metered area is 0.5Ev more (+) or less () than the greatest value on the scale in comparison to the locked exposure.
While holding the AEL button, place the subject in the focus frame and press the shutter-release button partway down to focus (2). Press the shutter-release button down all the way to take the picture. The exposure remains locked after the picture is taken if the AEL button is not released. While the exposure is locked, the camera meter is still active. The viewfinder and monitor Ev scale shows the difference between the locked exposure and the current light level measured with the meter. Spot metering is used.
The blinking arrow indicates the metered area is 1.0Ev or more greater (+) or less () than the greatest value on the scale in comparison to the locked exposure.

ABOUT SLOW SYNC.

When using flash, pressing the AEL button activates the slow-sync. function in program, full-auto program, and aperture priority. Slow sync. balances the ambient light exposure with the flash exposure so the background is recorded with the subject. When the AEL button is pressed and held, the ambient light exposure is determined and the flash exposure is based on the locked aperture setting. The use of a tripod is recommended with slow-sync. exposures.

AEL indicator

Ev scale
When the Ev scale indicates 0, the locked exposure shown in the shutter-speed and aperture displays is the same as the exposure determined by the spot-metering area.
EXPOSURE AND FLASH COMPENSATION 2 1
The ambient light and flash exposure can be adjusted before the image is captured to make the final picture lighter or darker. To compensate the ambient exposure, press the Dial Lock Release and turn the exposure-compensation dial to the appropriate position (1). To adjust the flash exposure, turn the flash-compensation dial using the lever at the front of the camera (2).
Sometimes the cameras exposure meter is deceived by high key or low key subjects. For example, a very bright scene, such as a snowy landscape or a white sandy beach, can appear too dark in the captured image. Before taking the picture, adjusting the exposure by +1 or +2 Ev results in an image with normal tonal values.

0.5Ev steps

Calculated camera exposure The exposure compensation dial has two scales. The orange scale adjusts the exposure up to 2.0Ev in 0.3Ev steps. The silver scale allows the exposure to be adjusted up to 3.0Ev in 0.5Ev steps. The position of the dial also affects the exposure modes. See Camera Notes on page 41. When using 0.3Ev increments, the maximum and minimum lens apertures may not be displayed correctly. When setting exposure or flash compensation, the change in Ev is shown on the monitor. Flash compensation is only displayed when the flash is raised. The viewfinder Ev scale only shows changes to exposure compensation; 2.5Ev is shown with an arrow, 3.0Ev is indicated with a blinking arrow. After the setting is made, the shutter-speed and aperture displays indicate the actual exposure.

1.4 ~ 5m / 4.6 ~ 16.4ft 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft /2.~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft /4.~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft /5.6 Specifications with Program flash 3600HS(D) at ISO 1001 1.4 ~ 5m / 4.6 ~ 16.4ft 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft /2.~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft /4.~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft /5.6
1. The cameras flash sync. speed is 1/125 sec. with Anti-Shake on and 1/160 sec. with Anti-Shake off. Shutter speeds up to this limit can be used. 2. Double the maximum distance when using the camera sensitivity at ISO 400. The maximum distance cannot exceed 5m or 16.4 ft. 74
MANUAL FLASH AND POWER RATIO
The output of the flash can be specified when using manual flash control with power ratios. Set the flash-control option in section 2 of the recording menu to manual. The power ratio, also in section 2, can then be selected. See page 64 for menu operation.
Flash mode Flash control Power ratio Setup Setup Bracket order Fill-flash Manual 1/1 0.3Ev/3frames 0.3Ev/3frames

INSTANT PLAYBACK

After an image is captured, it can be displayed on the monitors for two, five, or ten seconds before being saved. When using continuous-advance bracketing, an index display is used. Instant playback is activated and the length of the playback period is set with the instant-playback option in section 3 of the recording menu (p. 64).
Inst.Playback Setup Noise reductn Interval 2 sec. Image & info. On
The setup option below instant playback specifies the display format:
When the camera flash is raised, the power ratio is displayed on the monitor.
Power ratio The chart lists approximate guide numbers for manual flash calculations. The following equations are useful in determining the guide number, aperture (-number), or flash-to-subject distance required for exposures. Guide no. (for distance in meters / feet) Power ratio 1/1 (Full) 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/16 Camera sensitivity (ISO) / 39 8.5 / / 20 4.2 / / 17 / / 39 8.5 / / 20 4.2 / 24 / / / 39 8.5 / / 34 / / / / 39 8.5 / 48 / / / / / 68 / / / / / 56 During the instant playback period, the captured images can be deleted using the delete button (p. 36). When a continuous-advance bracketed series is captured, the entire series is erased. Single non-RAW images can be enlarged with the magnification button. The image is centered on the AF area used, see page 38 for information on enlarged playback. Image only Image & information Image & histogram

Use the left/right keys of the controller or rear control dial to select the item to be changed.

LANGUAGE

The language used in the menus can be changed. Highlight the current language and press the center of the controller to open the language setup screen.
LCDbrightness Transfer mode Video output Audio signals Language Date/Time set English
Use the up/down keys or front control dial to change the item. Press the central button of the controller to complete the operation.

FILE NUMBER (#) MEMORY

Language
Use the four-way keys of the controller to select the menu language.
Japanese English Deutsch Franais
Espaol Chinese Italiano Svenska
When file number memory is selected, if a new folder is created, the first file stored in the folder will have a number one greater than the last file saved. This allows multiple folders to be created, but the image file numbers will be in the order in which they were shot. If the file number memory is disabled, the image file name will have a number one greater than the last image saved in the folder.
File # memory Folder name Select folder New folder

Off Std. form 100KM023

Press the central button of the controller to set the language. Press the menu button to close the screen without making any changes.
If file number memory is active and the memory card is changed, the first file saved to the new card will have a number one greater than the last file saved on the previous card if the new card does not contain an image with a greater file number. If it does, the file number of the new image will be one greater than the greatest on the card.

FOLDER NAME

All recorded images are stored in folders on the memory card. Folder names come in two formats: standard and date. Standard folders have an eight character name. The initial folder is named 100KM023. The first three digits are the folders serial number, which increases by one each time a new folder is created. The next two letters refer to Konica Minolta, and the last three numbers indicate the camera used; 023 indicates a Dynax 7D. A date folder name also starts with the three digit serial number and is followed by one register for the year, two register for the month, and two registers for the day: 100YMMDD. The folder 10141023 was created in 2004 on October 23rd. With the date folder format selected, when an image is recorded a new folder with the days date is created. All images recorded that day are placed in that (Date) folder. Images recorded on a different day are placed in a new folder with the corresponding date. When a new folder is created, the serial number in the image-file name is reset to 0001 unless file number memory is active. For more information on folder organization and file names, see page 126.

LCD backlight Power save MenuSec.Memory Delete conf. Clean CCD Reset default Enter

DELETE CONFIRMATION

Each time a delete command is used a confirmation screen appears confirming the action to erase the image data. When this screen opens, the no button is highlighted. This function allows the yes button to be initially highlighted to make deleting images easier. Care should be taken when deleting images as the data cannot be retrieved once erased.
LCD backlight Delete? Yes No
Before the CCD is exposed, a confirmation screen appears; choosing Yes executes opens the shutter and mirror, No cancels the cleaning operation.
After cleaning CCD, turn camera off. Continue? Yes Reset default No

CLEAN CCD

Only clean the CCD when necessary. Improper cleaning may damage the CCD. Dust can enter the camera body when changing lenses. The camera should have a lens or body cap mounted at all times. Confirm the rear of the lens and cap is free from dust before mounting on the body. Clean the CCD in a dust-free environment. Use a blower brush to remove the dust - compressed air can damage the camera.
Remove the lens or body cap. Use a blower brush to clean the CCD. Hold the body so it is leaning forward to prevent the dust blown from the CCD resettling in the camera. Do not touch the interior of the camera. If the camera starts beeping, power is low. Immediately stop cleaning and turn the camera off.

Accessory Notes

The DiMAGE Master software can remove the affects of dust from RAW images. This is done by taking a dust reference image before cleaning the CCD. For more on this process, see the DiMAGE Master manual.
Turn the camera off to complete the operation. Replace the lens or body cap.

RESET DEFAULT

This option resets all camera modes and menus. When selected, a confirmation screen appears; choosing Yes resets the following functions and settings, No cancels the operation. AF/Shutter-release priority setup Focus-hold button setup AF/MF button setup AEL button setup AF with shutter-release button Auto AF setup Control-dial setup Control-dial (exposure comp.) setup Control dial lock Exposure compensation setup AF illuminator Shutter lock AF area setup Monitor display setup Recording display setup Anti-Shake viewfinder display setup ISO button setup ISO menu setup M-SET button setup LCD brightness Transfer mode Audio signal File number memory Folder name LCD backlight period Auto-power-save period Menu section memory Default confirmation * Whichever of the modes was last set
AF priority Focus hold Hold AE hold On Auto AF Front dial: SS, Rear dial: F/no. Off Off Ambient & flash On On 0.3 second display Automatic Auto rotate On ISO 100 - 1600 Memory p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. 110 110

Slide the accessory-shoe cap off as shown. Mount the flash unit on the accessory shoe by sliding it forward until it stops.

Smooth-focus indicator

FOCAL-LENGTH CONVERSION
Because the CCD is smaller than a 35mm frame, the angle of view obtained at a specific focal length is not the same. To calculate the approximate equivalent 35mm focal length, multiply the focal length in use by 1.5. A 100mm lens gives about the same angle of view as a 150mm lens on a 35mm camera. 116

FLASH COMPATIBILITY

The following flash units are compatible with this camera: Program Flash 2500(D) Program Flash 3600HS(D) Program Flash 5600HS(D) Macro Ring Flash 1200 with Macro Flash Controller Macro Twin Flash 2400 with Macro Flash Controller The 5400HS, 5400xi, and 5200i can be used with this camera with manual flash control only. The 4000AF, using the Flash Adapter FS-1100, can also be used with manual flash control.
USING THE FLASH SYNC TERMINAL
The flash sync terminal allows a studio or location flash system to be connected to the camera with a standard PC cord. The terminal is compatible with both center positive (normal polarity) and center negative (positive polarity) flash units with a voltage of 400V or lower.
Open the flash sync. terminal cover from the right; the cover is attached to the body to prevent loss. Securely connect the flashs PC cord to the flash sync terminal. Confirm the flash is off before connecting the cable to prevent it from firing.

HIGH-SPEED SYNC. (HSS)

This camera is compatible with the High Speed Sync. (HSS) function in the Program Flash 5600HS(D) and 3600HS(D). This allows the camera to use its full range of shutter speeds up to 1/4000 second. Attach a compatible flash unit to the camera. Set the flash unit to HSS. When the shutter speed exceeds the camera sync. speed, the High Speed Sync. indicator (H) is displayed on the monitor and in the viewfinder. HSS cannot be used with the 2-second self-timer drive mode nor the rear sync. flash mode. High Speed Sync. indicator
To ensure correct exposures, use the manual exposure mode (p. 44). Set the shutter speed equal to or slower than the flash duration; refer to the flash units instruction manual. If the built-in flash is raised when another flash unit is connected to the flash sync terminal, both flash units will fire. However, the cameras automatic flash control systems will not provide correct exposures. To use the built-in flash as a fill light, use manual flash control (p. 75). The use of custom white balance is recommended (p. 61). When calibrating the camera, use the shutter speed and aperture settings require for the final exposure. A gray card may have to be used as the reference target with powerful flash units to reduce the intensity of the illumination. If custom white balance is not practical, use the preset daylight or flash setting or set the color temperature (p. 62) to the flash units color temperature if known; auto white balance is not recommended. To make an exposure bracket, press and hold the AEL button during the bracketing series. The cameras flash-compensation dial has no affect on the flash exposure.

My Computer: Windows

Data-transfer mode
CONNECTING TO WINDOWS 98 / 98 SECOND EDITION
The driver needs only to be installed once. If the driver cannot be installed automatically, it can be installed manually with the operating systems add-new-hardware wizard; see the instructions on the following page. During installation, if the operating system requests the Windows 98 CD-ROM, inset it into the CD-ROM drive and follow the accompanying instructions on the screen. No special driver software is required for other Windows operating systems.

Manual installation

To install the Windows 98 driver manually, follow the instructions in the connecting-the-camera-to-a-computer section on page 121. When the camera is plugged into the computer, the operating system will detect the new device and the addnew-hardware-wizard window opens. Place the DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Click Next.

Automatic Installation

Before connecting the camera to the computer, place the DiMAGE Viewer CDROM in the CD-ROM drive. The DiMAGE installer menu should automatically activate. To automatically install the Windows 98 USB driver, click on the starting-up-the-USB-device-driverinstaller button. A window appears to confirm that the driver should be installed; click Yes to continue.
Choose the recommended search for a suitable driver. Click Next.
When the driver has been successfully installed, a window appears. Click OK. Restart the computer before connecting the camera (p. 121).
Choose to specify the location of the driver. The browse window can be used to indicate the driver location. The driver should be located in the CD-ROM drive at :\Win98\USB. When the location is shown in the window, click Next.
AUTO POWER SAVE (DATA-TRANSFER MODE)
The add new hardware wizard confirms the location of the driver. One of three drivers may be located: MNLVENUM.inf, USBPDR.inf, or USBSTRG.inf. The letter designating the CD-ROM drive varies between computers. Click Next to install the driver in the system. If the camera does not receive a read or write command within ten minutes, it will shut down to save power. When the camera shuts down, an unsafe-removal-of-device warning may appear on the computer monitor. Click OK. Neither the camera or computer will be damaged in this operation. Unplug the USB cable and turn off the camera. Remake the USB connection by reattaching the cable and turning the camera on.

CHANGING THE MEMORY CARD (DATA-TRANSFER MODE)
Care should be taken when changing memory cards while the camera is attached to the computer. Data could be lost or damaged if the camera is not properly disconnected. Always confirm the access lamp is out before removing the memory card.
REMOVING THE DRIVER SOFTWARE - WINDOWS
1. Insert a memory card in the camera and connect it to the computer with the USB cable. Other devices must not be connected to the computer during this procedure. 2. Right click on the My-computer icon. Select properties from the drop-down menu.
1. Turn off the camera. 2. Change the memory card. 3. Turn on the camera to remake the USB connection.
Windows XP: from the start menu go to the control panel. Click on the performance and maintenance category. Click System to open the system properties window. 3. Windows 2000 and XP: select the hardware tab in the properties window and click the devicemanager button. Windows 98 and Me: click the device-manager tab in the properties window. 4. The driver file will be located in the universal-serial-bus-controller or other-devices location of the device manager. Click on the locations to display the files. The driver should be indicated with Konica Minolta, the camera name, or USB Mass Storage Device. Under certain conditions, the driver name may not contain these names. However, the driver will be indicated by either a question mark or exclamation point. 5. Click on the driver to select it. 6. Windows 2000 and XP: click on the action button to display the drop-down menu. Select uninstall. A confirmation screen will appear. Clicking Yes will remove the driver from the system. Windows 98 and Me: click the remove button. A confirmation screen will appear. Clicking Yes will remove the driver from the system. 7. Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camera. Restart the computer.
1. 2. 3. 4. Stop the USB connection using the unplug-or-eject-hardware routine (p. 128). Turn off the camera. Change the memory card. Turn on the camera to remake the USB connection.
1. 2. 3. 4. Stop the USB connection by dragging the drive icon into the trash (p. 129). Turn off the camera. Change the memory card. Turn on the camera to remake the USB connection.

PICTBRIDGE

Confirm the transfer-mode option in section 1 of the setup menu is set to PTP. Connect the camera to a PictBridge compatible printer using the cameras USB cable. The larger plug on the cable is connected to the printer. Slide open the video out / USB port cover and insert the smaller plug of the cable into the camera. Turn the camera on; the PictBridge screen is displayed automatically.

No. of prints: 5 Printer setup Printer setup Printer setup Printer setup
The number of prints in the print run are displayed as well as the print parameters selected with the menu. See the menu navigation section for more information (p. 134). Press the central button of the controller to begin printing, or press the menu button to return to the PictBridge screen.
Print size: Layout: Print quality: Data print: :start
Individual still images can be selected for printing on the PictBridge screen; RAW and images with the embedded Adobe RGB color profile (p. 68) are not displayed and cannot be selected. For other printing options, see the menu navigation section on page 134. Total number of prints Number of copies
Once printing begins, the operation can be canceled by pressing the center of the controller. The printing-finished message indicates the end of the operation; turn the camera off to end the routine.

Printing finished. OK

Use the left/right keys of the controller to display the image to be printed.

NOTES ON PRINTING ERRORS

If the battery is exhausted before the print run is complete, printing is canceled. Use a fully-charged battery or the optional AC adapter. If a minor problem occurs during printing, such as the paper runs out, follow the procedure recommended for the printer; no action is required for the camera. If a major printer error occurs, press the center of the controller to end the routine. Refer to the printer manual for the correct procedure for the printer problem. Check the printer settings before starting again and deselect the images that were printed.
Press the up key to select the number of copies to be printed. To deselect an image for printing, press the down key until the number of copies reaches zero. A maximum number of fifty images can be printed. Repeat the previous steps until all the images to be printed are selected. Press the central button of the controller to continue.

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PictBridge screen

The display button switches between the single frame and index playback formats on the PictBridge screen. Enlarged playback, activated with the magnification button (p. 38), can be used to examine image files on the screen.

Problem

Symptom

Solution

Subject is too close. Focus signal is blinking. A special situation is preventing the autofocus system from focusing (p. 29)
Make sure the subject is within the focus range of the lens.

Pictures are not sharp.

Use the focus-lock function to focus on an object at the same distance as the subject (p. 30) or use manual focus (p. 52).
Err displayed on the monitor.
The camera is hot or it has been left in a very hot environment.
Pictures are Use Anti-shake or a tripod, change taken indoors or Slow shutter speeds result in the camera sensitivity to a higher in low-light blurred images when the setting (p. 51), or use the flash (p. situations without camera is hand-held. 31). flash.
Memory card is full and 0000 is unable to store an image at displayed on the the image-quality or imageframe counter. size setting on the camera. Shutter will not release.
Insert a new memory card (p. 24), delete some images (p. 36), or change the image-quality or image-size setting (p. 64).
While using flash, the The subject is beyond the pictures are too flash range (p. 51). dark.
Move closer to the subject or change the camera sensitivity to a higher setting (p. 51).
---- is No memory card in the displayed on the camera. frame counter.
Insert a memory card (p. 24).

Focus signal blinks. 138

AF/Shutter release priority in See page 94 for more on this the custom menu is set to custom function. AF
A shadow Lens hood appears on the mounted when bottom of the using flash. image.
The lens hood blocks the light from the built-in flash.
Always remove the lens hood when using the built-in flash. Also see the lens shadowing section on page 115.

Troubleshooting

Symptom Shutter speed and/or aperture display blink.
Cause Subject or scene is outside the exposure control range of the camera.
Solution Adjust the exposure until the display stops blinking or change camera sensitivity (p. 51).

CARE AND STORAGE

Read this section in its entirety to get the best results from your camera. With proper care, your camera will provide years of service.