Casio Ex S500 Users Guide

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MOTION PRINT (pages 98, 130)
Capture frames from a movie and create still images that
are suitable for printing.
Audio Snapshot mode (page 102)
Use this mode to record snapshots that also include
audio.
Voice Recording (page 104)
Quick and easy recording of voice input.
Real-time RGB histogram (page 106)
An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you
view the effect on overall image brightness, which makes
shooting under difficult lighting conditions easier than
ever before....

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• PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT support (page 174)
Connect directly to a PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT
compatible printer and you can print images without going
through a computer.
• PRINT Image Matching 
III Compatible (page 179)
Images include PRINT Image Matching III data (mode
setting and other camera setup information). A printer that
supports PRINT Image Matching 
III reads this data and
adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images
come out just the way you intended when...

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Precautions

 General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the EX-S500.
All references in this manual to “camera” refer to the
CASIO EX-S500 Digital Camera.
Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while
operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so
creates the risk of serious accident.
Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your
own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the
risk of electric shock...

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If the camera’s case should ever become cracked due to
dropping it or otherwise subjecting it to rough treatment,
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera’s battery
and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power
outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center.
Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other
area where its use is prohibited. Doing so creates the risk
of accident.
Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can...

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Data Error Precautions
Your digital camera is manufactured using precision
digital components. Any of the following creates the risk
of corruption of data in file memory.
—Removing the battery or memory card, or setting the
camera onto the USB cradle while the camera is
performing a record or memory access operation
—Removing the battery, removing the memory card, or
placing the camera onto the USB cradle while the
operation lamp is still flashing green after you turn off
the camera...

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Condensation
When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or
otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature,
there is the possibility that condensation can form on the
exterior or on interior components. Condensation can
cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid
exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.
To keep condensation from forming, place the camera
into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is
much warmer or colder than your...

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Lens
Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of
the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause
malfunction.
You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain
types of images, such as a slight bend in lines that should
be straight. This is due to the characteristics of lens, and
does not indicate malfunction of the camera.

Caring for your camera
Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can
interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the...

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QUICK START GUIDE
First, charge the battery!
1.Load the battery into the camera
(page 32).2.Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the
battery (page 33).
• Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where
you purchased the camera.
• It takes about 120 minutes to achieve a full charge.
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1.Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2.Use [
], [], [], and [] to select the language you
want.
3.Press [SET] to register the language setting.
4.Use [
], [], [], and [] to select the geographical area
you want, and then press [SET].
5.Use [
] and [] to select the city you want, and then
press [SET].
6.Use [
] and [] to select the summer time (DST) setting
you want, and then press [SET].
7.Use [
] and [] to select the date format setting you
want, and then press...

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To record an image
See page 51 for details.
1.Press [] (REC).
• This enters the REC (recording) mode.
2.Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor
screen to compose the image, and then press
the shutter button half way.
• When the camera finishes its Auto Focus operation, the
focus frame will turn green and the operation lamp lights
green.
3.Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter
button all the way down.
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