Casio Exilim EX H20G User Manual

151Other Settings (Set Up)
Procedure
[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Format
If a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card. 
It will format built-in memory if no memory card is loaded.
• The format operation will delete all contents on the memory card or in built-in 
memory. It cannot be undone. Make sure you do not need any data currently on 
the card or in built-in memory before you format it.
• Formatting built-in memory will delete the following data.
– Protected images
–...

152Configuring Monitor Screen Settings
Configuring Monitor Screen Settings
You can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can 
configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode.
Displays a histogram on the monitor screen which you can use to 
check the exposure of an image before you shoot it. You also can 
display the histogram in the PLAY mode for information about the 
exposure levels of images.
NOTE
• A centered histogram does not necessarily guarantee optimum...

153Configuring Monitor Screen Settings
A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the 
number of pixels. The vertical axis indicates the number of pixels, while the horizontal 
axis indicates lightness. If the histogram appears too lopsided for some reason, you 
can use EV shift to move it left or right in order to achieve better balance. Optimum 
exposure can be achieved by EV shifting so the graph is as close to the center as 
possible. For snapshots, you can even...

154Appendix
Appendix
.Avoid Use While In Motion
• Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile 
or other vehicle, or while walking. Looking at the monitor while in motion creates 
the risk of serious accident.
.Directly Viewing the Sun or Bright Light
• Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the cameras viewfinder. 
Doing so can damage your eyesight.
.Flash
• Never use the flash unit in areas where flammable or explosive gas may be 
present. Such...

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.Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities
• Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or while it 
is overheating creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the 
following steps whenever any of the above symptoms are present.
1. Turn off the camera.
2. Remove the battery from the camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn 
injury.
3. Contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center.
.Water and...

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.Locations To Be Avoided
• Never leave the camera in any of the following types of locations. Doing so creates 
the risk of fire and electric shock.
– Areas subject to large amounts of humidity or dust
– Food preparation areas or other locations where oil smoke is present
– Near heaters, on a heated carpet, in areas exposed to direct sunlight, in a closed 
vehicle parked in the sun, or other areas subject to very high temperatures
• Never place the camera on an unstable surface, on a high...

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• Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, 
deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, charging, or storing a 
battery, immediately remove it from the camera or charger unit and keep it away 
from open flame.
• Do not use or leave the battery under direct sunlight, in an automobile parked in the 
sun, or in any other area subject to high temperatures. Doing so can damage the 
battery, and cause deterioration of its performance and loss of...

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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 camera memory.
– Removing the battery or memory card while the camera is performing some 
operation
– Removing the battery or memory card while the back lamp is flashing green after 
turning off the camera
– Disconnecting the USB cable while communication is in progress
– Using a battery that is low
– Other abnormal operations
Any of...

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.Caring for your camera
• Never touch the lens or flash window with your fingers. Finger smudges, dirt, and 
other foreign matter on the lens or flash window can interfere with proper operation 
of the camera. Use a blower or other means to keep the lens and flash window free 
of dirt and dust, and wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
• To clean the camera, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
.Old Rechargeable Battery Handling Precautions
• Insulate the positive and negative terminals with tape,...

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.Other Precautions
The camera becomes slightly warm during use. This is normal and does not indicate 
malfunction.
.Copyrights
Except for your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized use of use of snapshots or 
movies of images whose rights belong to others, without the permission of the right 
holder, is forbidden by copyright laws. In some cases, shooting of public 
performances, shows, exhibitions, etc. may be restricted entirely, even if it is for your 
own personal enjoyment. Regardless of...