Casio Exilim EX H20G User Manual

91Using the Hybrid-GPS
Using the Hybrid-GPS
In addition to conventional Global Positioning System (GPS) system capabilities that 
determine your current location and time based on radio waves it picks up from GPS 
satellites, your EXILIM camera also features a built-in independent motion sensor 
employing autonomous positioning technology that uses a 3-axis bearing sensor and 
a 3-axis accelerometer. These two capabilities combine to create a Hybrid-GPS that 
provides position information (latitude and...

92Using the Hybrid-GPS
Before using the Hybrid-GPS function for the first time, perform in the following steps 
to turn it on and receive GPS satellite waves.
1.Take the camera outside to a location where there is an unobstructed 
path to the sky above.
2.Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the camera and then press [MENU].
3.On the “Set Up” tab, select “GPS” and then press [6].
4.Use [8] and [2] to select “On” and then press [SET].
5.Wait until the GPS wave condition icon (page 93) changes to  ,   
(GPS...

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While “On” is selected for the “Record Lat/Long” setting, location information (latitude, 
longitude, camera aiming direction) as measured by the Hybrid-GPS will be recorded 
along with the image data (snapshots and movies).
1.In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.On the “Set Up” tab, select “Record Lat/Long” and then press [6].
3.Use [8] and [2] to select “On” and then press [SET].
4.Press the shutter button (if you are shooting a snapshot) or [0] (Movie) 
(if you are shooting a...

94Using the Hybrid-GPS
NOTE
• You can delete recorded latitude, longitude, and direction data as required (page 
109).
• Recorded latitude, longitude, and direction data cannot be edited.
• Shooting an image while on the move may result in incorrect position information 
being registered with the image.
• The current “Record Lat/Long” setting is ignored while “Off” is selected for the 
“GPS” setting (page 92).
• Note that location information recording is turned on under initial factory default...

95Using the Hybrid-GPS
.About place names
• Place name candidates are those selected from among the country and landmark 
names in camera memory based upon current latitude and longitude 
measurements.
• “– – –” will be shown in place of the candidates if there is no appropriate place 
name at your current latitude and longitude.
• Note that displayed place names are not precise and are meant as general 
suggestions only. Certain conditions may result in the suggestion of incorrect place 
name...

96Using the Hybrid-GPS
You can use this procedure to select from among the place names (country names, 
landmark names) in camera memory and stamp a place directly into the image 
(snapshots).
IMPORTANT!
• Unlike place name insertion, once a place name is stamped into a snapshot, it 
cannot be edited or deleted.
1.In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2.On the “Set Up” tab, select “Stamp Place” and then press [6].
3.Use [8] and [2] to select “On” and then press [SET].
4.Point the camera at the subject and then...

97Using the Hybrid-GPS
• Better GPS satellite wave reception can be attained by 
holding the camera still with the GPS antenna pointed 
towards the sky.
• Since GPS satellites are constantly moving, your location, 
the time of day, and other conditions may cause it to take 
some time before positioning can be performed. In some 
cases, positioning may not be possible.
• Good reception is not possible in the locations listed below due to blockage or 
reflection of GPS satellite waves. For good wave...

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• The Hybrid-GPS is able to provide position information (latitude and longitude) 
even under conditions where waves cannot be received from GPS satellites. 
However, relying solely on the motion sensor for long periods where GPS satellite 
reception conditions are poor, under an underpass or on a steel bridge, or in the 
vicinity of buildings, pedestrian bridges, electrical equipment, steel desks, steel 
chairs, or other objects that generate magnetism can result in bearing,...

99Using the Hybrid-GPS
After you press [ý] (MAP) to enter the MAP mode, you can view the map data 
stored in memory and use it to perform a variety of operations described in this 
section.
The MAP mode has two submodes described below. Each press of [ý] (MAP) 
toggles between the two submodes. Select the submode that suits your shooting 
needs.
• If you want to display images only, use the PLAY mode (page 30).
Using the Map Data Stored in Camera Memory (MAP Mode)
About the MAP mode
User Image ModeIn...

100Using the Hybrid-GPS
.User Image Mode
The User Image Mode screen shows images that you shot on the map screen, along 
with icons and numbers that provide a wealth of information.
1Zoom bar
Shows the current scale/position and 
scale/position range of the currently 
displayed map.
2Mode icon
Indicates the current mode (REC, 
PLAY, User Image, Photogenic 
Spot).
3Orientation icon
Indicates the current map orientation 
(north).
4Current time
Indicates the current time.
• The format (24-hour format or...