Minolta DIMAGE G400 Spécifications

10 WarningImportant Safety Precautions (Cont’d)Do not directly look at the sun through the viewfinder.Loss of or impaired eyesight may result.Do not t

100Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)9. If you selected “ALL ON”:Use the  or  button or the zoombuttons (T or W) to specify the numberof prints and the

101Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)Setting/Canceling Protection for Your Important Images-You can protect your important still and moving images from bein

102Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)4. When you have completed all yourselections, use the  button to select“OK” and then press the SET/DISP.button.• Pres

103Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)7. A confirmation screen appears.Select “YES” with  or  and pressthe SET/DISP. button.• If you select “NO” with 

104Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)Reducing Image Size (Resizing)-You can reduce the size of images you have taken. When you resize animage, a new, smalle

105Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)4. Use the  or  button to select “YES”and press the SET/DISP. button torecord the resized image as a newimage file.•T

106Using the Set-up MenuCamera SettingsUsing the Set-up Menu- By setting each item on the set-up menu to your preferences, you cancustomize your camer

1073. Using  or , select the menu settings.4. Use the  or  button to select a modefrom the menu and then press the SET/DISP. button to specify the

108Formatting a Memory Card-Formatting a card returns it to the initial state (when it was purchased).- Caution: Formatting erases all data, even imag

109Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d)3. Once formatting starts, the message“Now FORMAT…” will appear.When formatting is complete, thecamera returns to the

11Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d) CautionWhen taking a picture, wipe off the flash surface and becareful not to cover the flash.If the flash sur

110Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d)Specifying the LCD Monitor Settings- Use the procedure below to specify the settings for the LCD monitor.1. Select “M

111Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Setting QUICK VIEW- Set this mode to “QUICK VIEW ON” to display images on the LCD monitorimmediately after they are

112Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d)Adjusting the Brightness and color of the LCD Monitor1. Select “MONITOR COLOR” and pressthe SET/DISP. button to displ

113Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d)Specifying the Shooting mode settings- Use the procedure below to specify the settings for Shooting mode.1. Select “R

114Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Taking pictures using red-eye reduction- By selecting RED EYE REDUCTION ON, you can minimize the “red-eyeeffect” tha

115Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Resetting the file number- The setting method of file numbers can be changed.* NUMBER RESET OFF (default setting)Con

116Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Changing the focus metering (AF) Mode- The system of focus metering can be changed.*exo-AF sensor ON (default settin

117Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d)Changing the sound settings- Use this procedure to switch the camera's warning tones, effects soundsand the shut

118Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d)Specifying the basic camera set up-You can use this procedure to specify basic camera settings such as thedate and ti

119Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting the Date and Time- If the battery is removed for approximately 24 hours or more, the date andtime settings

12Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d) CautionRemove the batteries when the camera will not be usedfor an extended period.Do not use force when opera

120Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Specifying custom settings-You can use this feature to disable individual settings for the modes in theManual Mode m

121Operating Environments- Images recorded with the camera can be transferred to a PC using theUSB cable supplied.1. WindowsOS: Preinstalled versions

122Connecting with a USB cable-Turn OFF the power supply to the camera.- There is no need to turn off your PC power supply when connecting ordisconnec

123Installing USB Driver Software- Installing from attached DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM.- Install the software only if you are using Windows 98 or Windows 98

1246) Click “Specify a location:” and input “D:\”.Click “Next”.• Here, the CD-ROM drive is assumedto be drive D.• The INF file necessary for the insta

125Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d)Downloading (transferring) Images-To conserve the battery, using the AC adapter AC-9 (sold separ

126Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d) Notes•You can only connect the camera to the computer if there is a card containingrecorded ima

127Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d)How to Install and Use QuickTime (Windows only)- In order to playback movies, movie playback sof

128Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d) Using Windows●Installing the included software (CD-ROM) and G400 INSTRUCTION MANUAL1) Turn on t

1294) Software checked in 3) will be installed in order. Follow the onscreenguidance to continue the installation.Note: Clicking “Cancel” during the i

13 Checking the Packing ContentsThe following accessories should be packed with your new camera;please make sure all are enclosed after opening the pa

130 Using Macintosh● Installing the Adobe Acrobat ReaderQuickTime installation is not necessary.• Be sure to install if Adobe Acrobat Reader is not al

131Using the AC Adapter AC-9- Please do not use the AC adapter where the voltage is outside the displayedpower supply voltage (AC 100V to AC240V).Usin

132Cleaning the cameraWhen cleaning the camera, do not use solvents such as benzene or paintthinner.• Before cleaning, remove the batteries from the c

133About image data• Use a PC to delete images and files recorded with other models.• The recorded data may be lost when you or a third part misuses t

134Check this: Page• Battery level too low 21• Battery inserted incorrectly 21•AC Adaptor attached incorrectly 24• Battery level too low 21• The batte

135Check this: Page• PLAY button not ON 47• No image data 47• All image data is erased51,108• White balance incorrect 72• Distance too great, the flas

136Main SpecificationsModel :Digital Still Camera with zoom lensEffective picture resolution : 4.0 mega pixelsRecording media : SD Memory Card, Multi

137Main Specifications (Cont’d)Flash :Built-in auto adjust lighting flash, flash interval about 4 sec.Flash working range (ISO: AUTO);wide angle about

1381)DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) is a standard by JEITA mainly for thepurpose of simplifying the use of image files taken by digital came

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14Necessary Accessories (Cont’d) Compatible Recording MediaIn addition to the SD Memory Card bundled with the camera, thefollowing commercially availa

15Necessary Accessories (Cont’d) Important• In the event of malfunction or damage, it is possible that data maybe lost. Konica Minolta can not accept

16Names of PartsCamera BodyAuto-focus Sensor WindowsShutter ButtonBlue LEDStrap HolderBattery Sub-capLensSpeakerFlashViewfinderUSB TerminalCoverMicrop

17Names of Parts (Cont’d)Delete Button (→ P.18)Play Button(→ P.18)Green LEDLCD MonitorViewfinderEyepieceTripod SocketSET/DISP. ButtonMENU Button(→ P.1

18Names of Parts (Cont’d)Operation Buttonsq Play Button ( )Use this button for playing back images, or setting up the play menu.This button can be use

19Warning:When using the camera with the strap attached, take care so thatit does not wrap around the neck. On no account hang the cameraround the nec

2Getting StartedPlease be sure to read this manual before use.•Test shootingBe sure to take some test shots before taking important pictures(such as b

20Charging the (supplied) Battery Pack- Charge the battery pack before you use it for the first time and when theLCD monitor indicates, “NO MORE POWER

21Installing the (supplied) Battery Pack- Before installing or changing battery packs, make sure the power is OFF(p.28), check that the LCD monitor is

22Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d)Battery life guide (reference)Number of PicturesContinuousWith LCD Monitor On With LCD Monitor OffPlayback TimeAb

23Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d)Please co-operate in recycling the lithium battery.• This product uses a lithium battery.• This battery is recycl

24Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d)Connecting the AC Adapter (sold separately)- If you do not want to worry about battery consumption, we recommend

2533. After opening the battery/card cover,remove the battery sub-cap. Insert thebattery adapter in the batterycompartment, and close the battery/card

26- Use the bundled SD Memory Card or a commercially available memorycard.If you wish to use an aftermarket card, any of the following are appropriate

27Card Removal1. Open the battery/card cover.2. If you gently push in on the card, thelock will release and the card will comeout a little. Then caref

281. Gently slide the lens cover (mainswitch) in the direction indicated by thearrow until it stops.2. Once the lens extends to the shootingposition (

29Setting the Menu Language/Date and Time- The first time that you use your camera, a screen will automatically appearand prompt you to set the time,

3Getting Started (Cont’d)* The illustrations in this guide are for the purpose of explanationand may differ from the actual design of your camera.*You

304. (1) Once the “YEAR” has beenadjusted, press 왔 to move to the“MONTH” setting mode.(2) Use 왗 or 왘 to adjust the month inthe same way as Step 3 on

31Basic OperationHolding Your Camera- Hold the camera securely with both handsand your elbows against your body for a stableposition.-To take a vertic

32Taking Pictures (Cont’d)Selecting the Shooting Mode-A range of shooting modes are provided and you can select the shootingmode that best suits your

33● Available Functions by Mode (menu-based)1. AUTO (p.54)- Color (p.56)- Continuous (p.57)- Image Size (p.58)- Memory Priority (p.60)- Self Timer (p.

34Taking Pictures (Cont’d)Taking Pictures using the LCD Monitor- This section explains the basic procedure for shooting still images usingAUTO mode.-W

35454. Compose the shot on the LCD monitorand use the zoom buttons to set thesize of the subject. Take care also toposition the auto-focus mark on the

36Taking Pictures (Cont’d)77. The green viewfinder LED lights whilethe data is being written to the card.Recording is finished when the greenLED goes

37● When you press the shutter halfway and the green LED flashes…This may suggest that the focusing on the subject is difficult, and/or thesubject is

38Image DisplayShooting with the LCD monitor displays the picture and the following otherinformation:• You can set the camera so information is not di

39y AF display , , , 1) Appears when the shutter button ispressed half way and the shot isfocused. This icon flashes when theimage is not in focus.

4Getting Started ... 2Important Safety Precautions ...

40Taking Pictures (Cont’d)Taking Pictures using the Viewfinder- This section describes how to use the camera's viewfinder to take pictures.Using

41Shooting with Focus Lock- If the subject you wish to focus on is not in the center of the screen, use thefocus lock photography.1. Align the auto fo

42Shooting Movies-You can take a movie with sound. Your camera records an image with a320 × 240 pixel count.- While you are shooting a movie, the LCD

434. When you press the shutter button,your movie will start recording.•You need not hold the shutter button down.•When the remaining time runs out, t

44Selecting the Flash/Macro Mode-You can set the flash mode and macro that best suits the subject.- Once a mode is set, you can shoot continuously. It

45Switching the Flash ModeAUTO (Auto Flash)- This is the normal mode. When the camera is turned ON, it is set to Auto(Auto Flash). No icon will be dis

46Selecting the Flash/Macro Mode (Cont’d) Off (Flash Override)- Use this mode for places (such as museum) where flash is prohibited, orwhen taking a p

47PlaybackPlaying Back Pre-recorded Images-You can play back pre-recorded images on the LCD monitor.- When you play back images, it doesn’t matter whe

48The Playback Image DisplayIn addition to the images you’ve taken, the following information is displayed.•You can set the camera so information is n

49Playback (Cont’d)u After Recording is displayed in still images withsound.i Image Size1)Image size is displayed.2) is displayed in movie images.3)F

5Contents (Cont’d)Advanced Operations and ShootingUsing the Shooting Menu ... 54Using the Auto Mode M

50Playback (Cont’d)Playing Back Movies- Use the procedure below to play back movies you have shot (p.42).1. After pressing the PLAY button, use왗 or

51Erasing Unwanted Images-You can erase unwanted still pictures, movie images etc. (you can selectone frame, multiple frames or all frames.)- Once ima

52● If you chose “SELECT”Erasing the Playback Image (Cont’d)2131. If you selected “SELECT” on p.51-2and then pressed the SET/DISP.button, an 8-frame i

534. Once erasing starts, “Now DELETE…”is displayed. Once erasing iscompleted, the disply returns to theplayback image.Erasing the Playback Image (Con

54Using the Shooting MenuAdvanced Operations and ShootingUsing the Auto Mode Menu- This section explains the menu options that are available in Auto m

554353. Use the 왗 or 왘 buttons to select theoption you want to set.4. Use the 왖 or 왔 buttons to select thedesired mode from the menu.5. Press the SET/

56Changing the color effects- This feature allows you to change the color effects in your photos.- This option is also available in the mode menu for

571Continuous Shooting- In this mode, the camera takes pictures continuously for as long as theshutter button is held down. This mode is ideal for tak

58Using the Auto mode menu (cont’d)Selecting the Image Size- You can choose from 3 image sizes depending on the sort of picture youwant to take.- All

59Using the Auto mode menu (cont’d)● Standard number of pictures you can take in each resolutionmode (without sound and movie)Image SizeCompression 64

6Contents (Cont’d)Playing Back Voice Memos ... 91Using the PLAY Menu ...

60Setting Memory Priority- When you have 2 cards in the camera at once, an SD memory card (orMulti-Media card) and a Memory Stick, you can decide whic

61Using the Self-Timer- Use a tripod.-You can choose either “3 SEC” or “10 SEC” as the self-timer operationdelay.- This option is also available in th

62Using the Scene Select Mode MenuUsing the Scene Select Mode Menu- This section explains the menu options that are available in Scene Selectmode.- Un

63Using the Scene Select Mode Menu (Cont’d)3. As described on p.55, use the 왗 or 왘 buttons to select the option youwant to set.4. Use the 왖 or 왔 butto

64Using the Scene Select Mode Menu (Cont’d)Selecting the right mode for your shot-You can select the best mode for the scene you are shooting.- In dar

65Using the Scene Select Mode Menu (Cont’d)● Available modes- Portrait :Use this mode when you want to soften the background so that thesubject stands

66Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu- This section explains the menu options that are available in Movie/Voicemode.- Unless otherwise stated, the setting

6722. Pressing the MENU button displays theavailable menu option icons.Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu (Cont’d)3. As described on p.55, use the 왗 or 왘

68Using After Recording-You can add voice comments (After Recording) to photos you have alreadytaken. You can also erase previous voice comments, as w

69● Erasing recorded voice comments1. After playing back the images, selectthe image from which you want todelete the sound and press the Delete butto

7Contents (Cont’d)Installing software and downloading images ... 123Installing USB Driver Software ...

70Making Voice Memos- This feature allows you to record just sound.-Take care not to cover the microphone on the front of the camera.1. Select “VOICE”

71Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu (Cont’d)Adjusting Exposure Compensation- If you wish to brighten or darken an entire image, use the exposureadjustme

72Adjusting White Balance- The color tones in images vary depending on the type of light source used.While the AUTO setting can be used for most shots

73● Available Modes• AUTO (Default) :The camera adjusts the white balance automatically.• DAY LIGHT :Ideal for taking photos in strong sunlight.• CLOU

74Using the Manual Mode Menu- This section explains the menu options that are available in Manual mode.- Unless otherwise stated, the settings for the

7521. Select “MANUAL” and press the SET/DISP. button.2. Pressing the MENU button displays theavailable menu option icons.3. As described on p.55, use

76Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d)Taking Pictures in Program Mode- This is the camera's default photography mode.- In this mode, the camera au

77Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Taking pictures with AF (focus) lockIf you press 왗 while activating focus lock (pressing the shutter button half

78Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d)Taking Pictures in Aperture Mode- In this mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed after youselect t

79Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d)Taking photographs in manual exposure mode- Shutter speed and focus value can be set according to conditions andp

8!Important Safety PrecautionsThis product has been designed with safety in mind; however, pleaseread the following display marks, warnings and cautio

80Taking photographs in manual exposure mode (Cont’d)-Focus value and shutter speed will be displayed on the LCD monitor all thetime when setting up m

81Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d)Using the Auto Bracket Function- In this mode, the camera automatically shoots 3 frames with staggeredexposure or

82Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d)Changing the Sensitivity (ISO)- Sensitivity can be switched over.1. Select the ISO setting menu option.• The curr

83Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d)Setting the Custom Function- Setting the Custom function allows you to use the menu selections andsettings on pag

84Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d)Adjusting the Flash Brightness- Flash intensity can be adjusted.1. Select the Flash setting menu option.• The cur

85Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d)Adjusting the Saturation- Color clearness of images can be adjusted.11. Select the Saturation setting menuoption.

861Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d)Adjusting the Sharpness- Sharpness of images (sharpness of outline) can be adjusted.1. Select the Sharpness sett

871Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d)Adjusting the Color- Color of images can be adjusted. (Specified color can be emphasized.)1. Select the Color se

88Changing slow shutter speed- Slow shutter speed can be changed according to the flash mode.- Shutter speed will become slow when taking photographs

89PlaybackAdvanced Playback213Viewing Multiple Pages at Once (Index Playback)- Up to nine frames can be displayed on the LCD monitor simultaneously.Yo

9Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d) WarningShould any of the following occur, stop using the productimmediately. Remove the batteries from the unit

90Playback (Cont’d)Playing Back Enlarged Images (Digital Zoom)-You can play back your images as enlargements.1. After pressing the PLAY button, use

91Playback (Cont’d)Playing Back Voice Memos- Play back the contents of your voice memos (p. 70).1. After pressing the PLAY button, use or  to sel

92Using the PLAY MenuUsing the PLAY Menu-You can use the PLAY menu to copy and protect your images and to specifyDPOF print settings. It does not matt

933. Use the  or  buttons to select amode from the menu and then pressthe SET/DISP. button to specify themode settings.• The icon for the selecte

94Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)Copying and Moving Images-You can use the procedure described below to copy or move still images ormovies you have shot

95Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)4. After selecting the COPY/MOVE mode,use the SET/DISP. button to selectCOPY or MOVE.5. When you have completed all your

967. Images selected at Step 6 aresurrounded by a yellow frame.To select other images, repeat theselection procedure. (Return to Step 6)When you have

97Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)Selecting/Deselecting Images to Print (DPOF)-You can also order a digital print at a photo lab (except for some labs) su

98Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)4353. After selecting the unit mode, use theSET/DISP. button to select “SELECT”if you want to print (or deselect) onefra

99Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d)766. The “SELECT SET” screen appears.Use the  or  button to select “LASTSET FILE READ” or “INIT. VAL. <0>”and th