Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z3 User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
9222-2733-11 MS-A406/0406/109678  
For proper and safe use  
Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product.  
WARNING  
Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or explode which  
may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following warnings.  
• Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.  
• Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed.  
• Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.  
• Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or moisture.  
• Do not attempt to recharge, short, or disassemble batteries.  
• Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.  
• Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, ages, or charge levels.  
• When recharging rechargeable batteries, only use the recommended charger.  
• Do not use leaking batteries. If fluid from the batteries enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye  
with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the batteries makes contact with your  
skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.  
Tape over battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow local regulations  
for battery disposal.  
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• Use only the specified AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the adapter unit. An inap-  
propriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.  
• Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside  
the product is touched.  
• Immediately remove the batteries 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 contin-  
ued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.  
• Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants. Contact a doctor imme-  
diately 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 use this product in a humid environment, or operate this product with wet hands. If liquid  
enters the product, immediately remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue  
use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire  
or electric shock.  
• Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or paint thin-  
ner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner to clean the prod-  
uct. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause an explosion or fire.  
• When unplugging the AC adapter, do not pull on the power cord. Hold the adapter unit when  
removing it from an outlet.  
• Do not damage, twist, modify, heat, or place heavy objects on the AC adapter cord. A damaged  
cord may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.  
• If the product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately remove the bat-  
teries taking care not to burn yourself as the batteries become hot with use. The continued use of  
a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.  
Take the product to a Konica Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.  
• Handling the cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of  
California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after han-  
dling.  
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For proper and safe use  
CAUTION  
• Do not point the lens directly at the sun, a fire may result. Replace the lens cap when the camera  
is not in use.  
• Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or  
trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries  
caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.  
• If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.  
• The lens retracts when the camera is turned off. Touching the lens barrel while it is retracting may  
cause injury.  
• The camera temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be taken to avoid burns.  
• Burns may result if the memory card or batteries are removed immediately after extended periods  
of use. Turn the camera off and wait for it to cool.  
• Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit discharges a large  
amount of energy which may cause burns.  
• Do not apply pressure to the LCD monitor. A damaged monitor may cause injury, and the liquid  
from the monitor may cause inflammation. If liquid from the monitor makes contact with skin,  
wash the area with fresh water. If liquid from the monitor comes in contact with the eyes, immedi-  
ately rinse the eyes with plenty of water and contact a doctor.  
• When using the AC adapter, insert the plug securely into the electrical outlet.  
• Do not use if the AC adapter cord is damaged.  
• Do not cover the AC adapter. A fire may result.  
• Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter; this can hinder the unplugging of the unit in emergen-  
cies.  
• Unplug the AC adapter when cleaning or when the product is not in use.  
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About this manual  
The basic operation of this camera is covered between pages 12 and 33. This section of the manual  
covers the camera parts, preparation of the camera for use, and the basic camera operation for  
recording, viewing, and deleting images.  
Many of the features of this camera are controlled with menus. The menu navigation sections con-  
cisely describe how to change menu settings. Descriptions of the settings immediately follow the  
navigation sections.  
Names of parts ....................................................................................................................................10  
Getting up and running........................................................................................................................12  
Attaching the strap and lens cap............................................................................................12  
Inserting batteries....................................................................................................................13  
Battery condition indicator......................................................................................................14  
Auto power save .....................................................................................................................14  
Connecting the optional AC adapter ......................................................................................15  
Changing the memory card.....................................................................................................16  
Turning on the camera and displays.......................................................................................17  
Setting the date and time........................................................................................................18  
Setting the menu language .....................................................................................................19  
Basic recording....................................................................................................................................20  
Handling the camera...............................................................................................................20  
Using the zoom lens................................................................................................................20  
Recording images automatically.............................................................................................21  
Basic recording operation.......................................................................................................22  
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Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection.........................................................................23  
Focus lock...............................................................................................................................24  
Focus range.............................................................................................................................24  
Focus signals ..........................................................................................................................25  
Special focusing situations .....................................................................................................25  
Flash modes............................................................................................................................26  
Flash range - auto-recording mode ........................................................................................27  
Camera-shake warning...........................................................................................................27  
i+ button..................................................................................................................................28  
Adjusting monitor brightness ..................................................................................................28  
Digital subject programs .........................................................................................................29  
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Table of contents  
Basic playback.....................................................................................................................................30  
Single-frame playback and histogram display........................................................................30  
Viewing and rotating images...................................................................................................31  
Deleting single images ............................................................................................................31  
i+ button..................................................................................................................................32  
Enlarged playback...................................................................................................................33  
Advanced recording.............................................................................................................................34  
Recording mode display .........................................................................................................34  
Macro ......................................................................................................................................35  
Program (P) exposure mode ...................................................................................................36  
Aperture priority (A) exposure mode.......................................................................................36  
Shutter priority (S) exposure mode .........................................................................................37  
Manual (M) exposure mode ....................................................................................................38  
Time exposures.......................................................................................................................39  
Movie recording.......................................................................................................................40  
Exposure compensation..........................................................................................................41  
Focus area selection ...............................................................................................................42  
Attaching an accessory flash..................................................................................................43  
Navigating the recording menus .............................................................................................44  
Drive modes ............................................................................................................................46  
Self-timer.................................................................................................................................47  
Using the continuous-advance modes ...................................................................................48  
Continuous-advance notes.....................................................................................................49  
Using the progressive-capture modes....................................................................................50  
Progressive-capture notes ......................................................................................................51  
Bracketing..................................................................................................................... ..........52  
What is an Ev? ........................................................................................................................53  
Image size and image quality..................................................................................................54  
Auto DSP.................................................................................................................................56  
Digital zoom.............................................................................................................................56  
Focus modes...........................................................................................................................57  
White balance..........................................................................................................................58  
Automatic white balance .................................................................................................58  
Preset white balance .......................................................................................................58  
Custom white balance.....................................................................................................59  
Full-time AF .............................................................................................................................60  
Flash mode..............................................................................................................................60  
Flash compensation................................................................................................................60  
Metering modes ......................................................................................................................61  
Camera sensitivity - ISO .........................................................................................................62  
Flash range and camera sensitivity.................................................................................62  
Color mode..............................................................................................................................63  
Contrast...................................................................................................................................63  
Sharpness ...............................................................................................................................64  
Custom key function ...............................................................................................................65  
Quality (Movie).........................................................................................................................66  
Frame rate ...............................................................................................................................66  
Movie file sizes........................................................................................................................66  
Movie mode.............................................................................................................................67  
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A short guide to photography..............................................................................................................68  
Advanced playback..............................................................................................................................70  
Playing back movies ...............................................................................................................70  
Capturing a movie frame.........................................................................................................70  
Navigating the playback menu................................................................................................72  
Frame-selection screen...........................................................................................................74  
Delete ......................................................................................................................................75  
Format .....................................................................................................................................76  
Lock.........................................................................................................................................77  
Copy and E-mail Copy............................................................................................................78  
Copy ................................................................................................................................79  
E-mail Copy.....................................................................................................................79  
Slide Show ..............................................................................................................................80  
About DPOF ............................................................................................................................82  
DPOF setup.............................................................................................................................82  
Date print.................................................................................................................................83  
Index print ...............................................................................................................................83  
Viewing images on a television ...............................................................................................84  
Setup menu .........................................................................................................................................85  
Opening the setup menu.........................................................................................................85  
Navigating the setup menu .....................................................................................................86  
LCD monitor brightness..........................................................................................................88  
Auto power save .....................................................................................................................88  
Instant playback......................................................................................................................88  
Lens accessory .......................................................................................................................89  
Language.................................................................................................................................89  
File number (#) memory ..........................................................................................................89  
Folder name ............................................................................................................................90  
Noise reduction .......................................................................................................................90  
Date and time setup................................................................................................................91  
Date imprinting........................................................................................................................91  
Reset default ...........................................................................................................................92  
Audio signals...........................................................................................................................93  
Focus signal ............................................................................................................................94  
Shutter FX................................................................................................................................94  
Volume.....................................................................................................................................94  
Video output............................................................................................................................94  
Transfer mode .........................................................................................................................95  
Self-timer.................................................................................................................................95  
Anti-shake system...................................................................................................................95  
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Table of contents  
Data-transfer mode..............................................................................................................................97  
System requirements ..............................................................................................................97  
Connecting the camera to a computer...................................................................................98  
Connecting to Windows 98 and 98SE....................................................................................99  
Automatic installation ......................................................................................................99  
Manual installation.........................................................................................................100  
Memory card folder organization ..........................................................................................102  
Auto power save - data-transfer mode.................................................................................103  
Disconnecting the camera ...................................................................................................104  
Windows 98 and 98 Second Edition.............................................................................104  
Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP .....................................................................104  
Macintosh ......................................................................................................................105  
Changing the memory card .................................................................................................106  
Uninstalling the driver software - Windows ..........................................................................107  
PictBridge..............................................................................................................................108  
Notes on printing errors ........................................................................................................109  
Navigating the PictBridge menu ...........................................................................................110  
Appendix  
.......................................................................................................................................114  
Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................114  
Care and storage...................................................................................................................116  
Camera care ..................................................................................................................116  
Storage ..........................................................................................................................116  
Cleaning.........................................................................................................................116  
LCD monitor care ..........................................................................................................117  
Batteries.........................................................................................................................117  
Operating temperatures and conditions........................................................................117  
Memory cards................................................................................................................118  
Before important events and journeys ..........................................................................119  
Copyright .......................................................................................................................119  
Questions and service...................................................................................................119  
QuickTime system requirements...........................................................................................120  
VideoImpression 2 system requirements..............................................................................120  
Technical specifications ........................................................................................................122  
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Names of parts  
* 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. 116).  
Shutter-release button  
Flash (p. 26)  
Speaker  
Microphone  
Strap eyelet (p. 12)  
USB / AV / DC termi-  
nal cover  
Lens*  
Self-timer lamp (p. 47)  
The battery-chamber door (p. 13) and tripod socket are located on the bottom of the body.  
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Names of parts  
Accessory shoe (p. 43)  
Diopter-adjustment  
Exposure-mode dial (p. 21, 29, 36 - 40)  
Macro button (p. 35)  
dial (p. 17)  
Flash-mode button (p. 26)  
Viewfinder* (p. 17)  
LCD monitor*  
Zoom lever  
(p. 20)  
Controller  
Access lamp  
Main switch  
Mode switch  
Menu button  
Quick View / Delete button (p. 30, 31)  
Information button (p. 28, 32)  
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GETTING UP AND RUNNING  
Attaching the strap and lens cap  
Always keep the strap around your neck in the event that the camera is accidentally dropped. An  
optional leather neck strap, NS-DG1000, is also available from your Konica Minolta dealer.  
Availability varies with region.  
Pass one of the small loops of the lens-cap strap through the eyelet on  
the lens cap (1). Pass the other loop through the first loop and tighten  
(2).  
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Pass the end of the neck strap through the lens-cap strap and strap eyelet  
on the camera body (3).  
Thread the strap through the inside of the buckle  
as shown (4). Repeat with the other end of the  
strap.  
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Using your thumb and index finger, pinch the outside tabs  
of the lens cap to remove or attach. When the camera is  
not in use, always replace the lens cap.  
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Getting up and running  
Inserting batteries  
This digital camera uses four AA-size alkaline or Ni-MH batteries. Do not use other types of AA bat-  
teries. The camera should be off when replacing batteries.  
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To open the battery-chamber door, slide the door toward the side of the  
camera (1) to release the safety catch. Lift the door to open (2).  
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Insert the batteries as indicated on the diagram on the inside of the bat-  
tery-chamber door. Confirm the positive and negative battery terminals  
are oriented correctly.  
Close the battery-chamber door and slide it toward the body (3) to  
engage the safety catch.  
After installing the batteries, the set-time/date message may appear on  
the monitor. The clock and calendar are set in section 2 of the setup  
menu (p. 18).  
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Battery condition indicator  
This camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition indicator. When the camera is on, the  
battery-condition indicator appears on the monitor. If the monitor is blank, the batteries may be  
exhausted or installed incorrectly.  
Full-battery indicator - the battery is fully charged. This indicator is displayed for  
three seconds on the monitor when the camera is turned on.  
Low-battery indicator - battery power is low. The battery should be replaced as  
soon as possible.  
Low-battery warning - battery power is very low. The monitor indicator is red. The  
battery should be replaced as soon as possible. This warning automatically  
appears and remains on the monitor until the battery is changed. If power falls  
below this level, the battery-exhausted message will be displayed just before the  
camera shuts down. If the low-battery warning is displayed, UHS continuous  
advance, both Progressive Capture drive modes, and movie recording cannot be  
used.  
Auto power save  
To conserve battery power, the camera turns off displays and unnecessary functions if an operation  
is not made within a minute. To restore power, press any button or key, or turn the exposure-mode  
dial to another position. The length of the auto-power-save period can be changed in section 1 of  
the setup menu (p. 86).  
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Getting up and running  
Connecting the optional AC adapter  
Always turn off the camera before changing between power supplies.  
The AC Adapter allows the camera to be powered from  
an electrical household outlet. The AC Adapter is recom-  
mended when the camera is interfaced with a computer  
or during periods of heavy use. AC Adapter model AC-1L  
is for use in North America and Japan, and AC-11 is for  
use in all other areas.  
Insert the mini plug of the AC adapter into the DC termi-  
nal (1).  
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Insert the AC adapter plug into an electrical outlet.  
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Changing the memory card  
An SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard must be inserted for the camera to operate. If a card has  
not been inserted, a no-card warning is displayed on the monitor. For more about memory cards  
see page 118.  
Always turn off the camera and confirm the access lamp is not lit before remov-  
ing a memory card; damage and data loss may result.  
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1. Open the card-slot door on the bottom of the camera.  
2. Insert the memory card all the way into the card slot and release; the card should catch in the  
slot. Insert the card so the face is toward the back 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. To eject a memory card, press the card into the slot and release. The card can then be pulled out.  
Take care when removing the card as it becomes hot with use.  
4. Close the battery-chamber door.  
A memory card used in another camera may have to be formatted before being used. If the unable-  
to-use-card message appears, the card should be formatted with the camera. A memory card can  
be formatted in section 1 of the playback menu (p. 72). When a card is formatted, all the data on  
the card is permanently erased. If the card-error message appears, press the central button of the  
controller to close the window; check the Konica Minolta web site for the latest compatibility infor-  
mation:  
North America:  
Europe:  
http://www.konicaminolta.us/  
http://www.konicaminoltasupport.com  
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Getting up and running  
Turning on the camera and displays  
Press the main switch to turn the camera on. Pressing the switch again turns  
the camera off.  
When the camera is turned on, the Anti-shake indicator appears  
on the LCD monitor.  
Around the main switch is the mode switch. This switch is used to change  
between the recording and playback modes as well as the selecting the  
between the monitor and viewfinder display.  
Recording mode (Viewfinder display) - the camera can record  
images and the monitor is viewed through the viewfinder. The  
viewfinder has a built-in diopter. While looking through the  
viewfinder, turn the diopter-adjustment dial until the monitor  
image is sharp.  
Recording mode (Monitor display) - the cam-  
era can record images and the monitor is  
viewed directly.  
Playback mode (Monitor display) - images can  
be played back and edited. The monitor is  
viewed directly.  
Camera notes  
To use the viewfinder in the playback mode, press and hold the  
flash mode button (1) and then press and hold the information  
(i+) button (2) until the monitor switches to the viewfinder posi-  
tion.  
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Setting the date and time  
After initially inserting a memory card and batteries, the  
camera’s clock and calendar must be set. When images are  
recorded, the image data is saved with the date and time of  
recording.  
If the clock and calendar have not been set, a message is  
displayed for a few seconds each time the camera is turned  
on. This message is also displayed if the clock and calen-  
dar reset when the camera is stored without batteries for a  
long period.  
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Use the left and right keys of the controller (1) to  
select “Yes.” “No” cancels the operation.  
Set date/time?  
No  
Yes  
Press the center of the controller to open the  
date/time setup screen.  
Date/Time set  
Use the left and right keys to select the item to be  
changed.  
2004 . 01 . 01  
Use the up and down keys to adjust the item.  
00 : 00  
MM / DD / YYYY  
Press the central button to set the clock and calen-  
dar.  
:move  
:sel.  
:enter  
Date/Time setup screen  
The date/time setup screen can be opened in section 2 of the  
setup menu.  
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Getting up and running  
Setting the Menu language  
For customers in certain areas, the menu language may have  
to be set. Press the menu button (1) to open the menu; the  
appearance of the menu will depend on the position of the  
camera’s controls.  
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Navigating the menu is simple. The up/down and left/right keys  
of the controller (2) move the cursor and change settings on  
the menu. The central button of the controller selects menu  
options and sets adjustments.  
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Drive m  
Image  
Quality  
Auto D  
Digital  
Drive mode  
Image size  
Quality  
Auto DSP  
Digital zoom  
Single  
2272x1704  
Standard  
On  
Use the right key of the controller to highlight “setup”  
at the top of the menu.  
Press the central button of the controller to open the  
setup menu.  
Off  
LCDbrightness  
Power save  
Inst.Playback  
Lens acc.  
1 min.  
Off  
None  
English  
Use the down key to highlight the language menu  
option.  
Language  
Press the right key to highlight the current language.  
Press the central button to open the language screen.  
Language  
/JPN  
English  
Deutsch  
Français  
Español  
Use the controller to select the language.  
/CHN  
Press the central button to complete the operation.  
:sel.  
:enter  
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