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Casio Exilim EX-M1 User Manual

Casio Exilim EX-M1
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GETTING READY
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Using the On-screen Menus
Pressing MENU displays menus on the monitor screen that
you can use to perform various operations. The menu that
appears depends on whether you are in the REC mode or
the PLAY mode. The following shows an example menu pro-
cedure in the REC mode.
1.
Turn on the camera,
and then align the
mode selector with
REC to enter the
REC mode.
If you want to enter the
PLAY mode instead,
you would align the
mode selector with
PLAY.
2.
Press MENU.
Mode selector
Menu Screen Operations
When you want to do this:
Move between tabs
Move from the tab to the
settings
Move between the settings
Display the options
available for a setting
Select an option
Register an option
selection and exit the menu
screen
Register an option
selection and return to the
menu screen
Exit the menu screen
Do this:
Rock the controller left or right
Rock the controller down
Rock the controller up or down
Rock the controller right or click
the controller
Rock the controller up or down
Click the controller
Rock the controller left
Press MENU
Settings
Selection cursor (indicates the
currently selected item)
Tab

Table of Contents

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Casio Exilim EX-M1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelCasio Exilim EX-M1
TypeCompact
Image SensorCCD
Digital Zoom4x
DisplayLCD
LCD Screen Size1.6 inch
Video RecordingYes
Image Resolution1280 x 960
LensFixed Focal Length
Storage MediaSD

Summary

Introduction

Unpacking

Check that all included items are present with your camera.

Quick Start Guide

Getting Ready

Instructions for preparing the camera for initial use.

To record an image

Steps for capturing a photograph.

To view a recorded image

How to playback captured images.

To delete an image

Procedure for removing files from the camera.

Getting Ready

General Guide

Overview of camera components, buttons, and switches.

Camera

Identification of front and back components of the camera.

USB Cradle

Explanation of the USB cradle's functions and ports.

Using the Controller

Describes controller operations and terminology.

Monitor Screen Contents

Explanation of indicators and icons displayed on the REC mode monitor.

PLAY Mode

Details on the monitor screen layout in PLAY mode.

Indicator Lamps

Explains the meaning of camera and USB cradle indicator lights.

Attaching the Strap

Instructions on how to attach the camera strap.

Power Requirements

Information about the camera's power source.

To load the battery

Step-by-step guide on inserting the battery.

To charge the battery

Procedure for charging the camera's battery using the USB cradle.

If the camera works normally

Guidance for normal camera operation and battery use.

If the camera does not work normally

Troubleshooting steps if the camera fails to operate.

Battery Life Guidelines

Provides estimated battery life for various operations.

Tip to Make the Battery Last Longer

Advice on maximizing battery usage.

Low Battery Indicator

Explanation of the battery level indicator on the screen.

Power Supply Precautions

Safety warnings related to the battery and AC adaptor.

USB Cradle and AC Adaptor Precautions

Specific safety guidelines for the USB cradle and AC adapter.

Turning the Camera On and Off

Instructions for powering the camera on and off.

Auto Power Off (APO)

Explanation of the automatic power-off feature.

Using the On-screen Menus

Guide to navigating and using the camera's on-screen menus.

Menu Screen Operations

Table detailing how to perform various menu operations.

Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings

Steps to set display language and date/time.

Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings

Detailed steps for setting language and time.

Basic Image Recording

Recording an Image

Basic procedure for capturing an image.

Compose the image on the monitor screen

How to frame your shot using the monitor.

About the REC Mode Monitor Screen

Explanation of the simplified image display in REC mode.

Recording Precautions

Important warnings and tips for image recording.

Using Zoom

How to use the digital zoom feature for magnification.

Using the Flash

Guide to selecting and using different flash modes.

Flash Precautions

Safety and usage tips for the camera's flash.

About Red-eye Reduction

Explanation and usage of the red-eye reduction feature.

Using the Self-timer

How to use the self-timer for delayed shots.

Specifying Image Size and Quality

How to choose image resolution and quality settings.

To specify the image size

Steps to select the desired image resolution.

To specify the image quality

Instructions for setting image quality levels (Fine, Normal, Economy).

Other Recording Functions

Exposure Compensation (EV Shift)

How to manually adjust exposure levels for better lighting.

Adjusting the White Balance

How to adjust white balance for accurate color reproduction.

Adjusting White Balance Manually

Detailed steps for manual white balance adjustment.

Using the Night Scene Mode

How to use Night Scene mode for low-light photography.

Using the Movie Mode

Instructions for recording video clips with the camera.

Recording Audio (EX-M1 Only)

Information about audio recording features specific to EX-M1.

Adding Audio to a Snapshot

How to add voice narration to still images.

Adding Audio to a Snapshot

Steps to start and stop audio recording for snapshots.

Recording Your Voice

Guide to using the camera for voice memo recording.

Audio Recording Precautions

Important tips for clear audio recording.

Turning the Monitor Screen On and Off

How to conserve battery by turning off the monitor screen.

Assigning Functions to the Controller

Customizing controller buttons for quick access to functions.

Specifying Power On Default Settings

How to set default camera settings upon power-up.

Playback

Basic Playback Operation

How to navigate and view stored files on the camera.

Playing an Audio Snapshot (EX-M1 Only)

Steps to play back audio accompanying snapshot images.

Zooming the Displayed Image

How to magnify images during playback.

Resizing an Image

How to change snapshot image dimensions.

Playing a Movie

Instructions for playing back recorded movie clips.

Adding Audio to a Snapshot (EX-M1 Only)

How to add audio to existing snapshots.

To re-record audio

Steps to replace existing audio on a snapshot.

Playing Back a Voice Recording File (EX-M1 Only)

How to listen to recorded voice files.

Deleting Files

Deleting a Single File

Procedure for removing one file at a time.

Deleting All Files

How to erase all unprotected files from memory.

Using a Memory Card

Using a Memory Card

How to insert, remove, and format memory cards.

Copying Files

Procedures for transferring files between memory and the camera.

Using the Camera with a Computer

Installing the Software on the CD-ROM

Steps to install the camera's software.

Transferring Files to a Computer

Methods for transferring images to a PC.

Playing an Audio File (EX-M1 Only)

Transferring Audio Files to the Camera

How to copy audio files onto the camera.

Using the Camera as an Audio Player

Steps to use the camera for playing music.

Appendix

Menu Reference

A comprehensive list and explanation of all camera menu options.

Indicator Lamp Reference

Detailed explanation of all indicator lamps.

Troubleshooting Guide

Solutions for common camera problems.

Specifications

Technical details and features of the camera.

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