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.
Calendar screen (page 132)
A simple operation displays a full-month calendar on the
camera’s monitor screen. Each day of the full-month
calendar shows a thumbnail of the first file recorded for
that date, which helps to make searching for a particular
file quicker and easier.After Recording (page 139)
Use this mode to add audio to snapshots after you record
them.
Selectable Sound Settings (page 153)
You can configure different sounds to play whenever you
turn on the camera, press the shutter button half-way or
all the way, or perform a key operation.
World Time (page 158)
A simple operation sets the current time for your current
location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time
zones.
Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia
Cards) for memory expansion (page 163)
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 171)
Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want
using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used
when specifying images and quantities for printing by
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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 you recorded
them.
• DCF Data Storage (page 194)
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage
protocol provides image compatibility between the digital
camera and printers.• Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands
(pages 202, 205, 215)
Your camera comes bundled with Photo Loader, the
popular application that automatically loads images from
your camera to your PC. It also comes with Photohands,
and application that makes image retouching quick and
easy.
• Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD (page 210)
Bundled Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD software lets you
edit movie files on your computer and create Video CDs.
Software can be upgraded to convert files so they can be
played by a DVD player.
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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 when exposed. Always leave
maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized
service center.
Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out
of the reach of small children. If swallowed accidentally,
contact your physician immediately.
Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating
a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with the driver’s
vision and create the risk of accident.
Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subject’s
eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage
if it is fired too close to the eyes. This is especially true
with young children. When using the flash, the camera
should be at least one meter (3.3´) from the eyes of the
subject.Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and
never let it get wet. Moisture creates the risk of fire and
electric shock. Never use the camera outdoors in the rain
or snow, at the seashore or beach, in the bathroom, etc.
Should foreign matter or water ever get into the camera,
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. Using the camera under these
conditions creates the risk of fire and electric shock.
Should you ever notice smoke or a strange odor coming
out of the camera, immediately turn it off. Next, taking
care you do not burn your fingers, 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. Using the camera under these
conditions creates the risk of fire and electric shock. After
making sure there is no more smoke coming from the
camera, take it to your nearest CASIO authorized service
center for repair. Never attempt your own maintenance.
Never use the AC adaptor to power any other device
besides this camera. Never use any other AC adaptor
besides the one that comes with this camera.
Never cover the AC adaptor with a quilt, blanket, or other
cover while it is in use, and do not use it near a heater.
At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor power cord
from the power outlet and clean the area around the
prongs of the plug. Dust build up around the prongs can
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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
cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Always
keep backup copies of data by transferring them to
personal computer memory.
Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor
from the camera, or unplug the AC adaptor from the wall
socket while an image is being recorded. Doing so will not
only make storage of the current image impossible, it can
also corrupt other image data already stored in file
memory.
Test for proper operation before using the
camera!
Before using the camera to record important images, make
sure you first record a number of test images and check the
results to ensure that the camera is configured correctly
and operating properly. 
						

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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
—Disconnecting the USB cable, removing the camera
from the USB cradle, or disconnecting the AC adaptor
from the USB cradle while a data communication
operation is being performed
—Low battery power
—Other abnormal operations
Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to
appear on the monitor screen (page 228). Follow the
instructions provided by the message to eliminate the
cause of the error.

Operating conditions
This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas.
—In areas subject to direct sunlight
—In areas subject to high humidity or dust
—Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject
to temperature extremes
—Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the
sun
—In areas subject to strong vibration 
						

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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 current location. Leave
it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a
chance to reach the same temperature as the new
location. If condensation does form, remove the battery
from the camera and leave the battery cover open for a
few hours.

Power Supply
Use only the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion
battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of
battery is not supported.
This camera does not have a separate battery for the
clock. The date and time settings of the camera are
cleared whenever power is totally cut off (from both the
battery and USB cradle). Be sure to reconfigure these
settings after power is interrupted (page 156). 
						

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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
lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles
from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them
off. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens
cloth.
 Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the flash
can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Avoid
touching the flash. If the flash becomes dirty, wipe it clean
with a soft, dry cloth.
If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a
soft, dry cloth.

Other
The camera may become slightly warm during use. This
does not indicate malfunction. 
						

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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 [SET].
8.Set the date and the time.
9.Press [SET] to register the clock settings and exit the
setting screen.
To configure display language and clock settings
• Be sure to configure the following settings
before using the camera to record images.
See page 48 for details.
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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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Operation lamp
Focus frame Auto recording icon
Before using a commercially available memory
card, be sure to first format it using the camera’s
formatting procedure. For details about formatting
a memory card, see page 166.