Kyocera Finecam L4 Manuel d'utilisateur

ENGLISHFRANÇAISInstruction manual Mode d’emploiGB/F* MultiMediaCard is a registered trademark of Infineon Technologies AG (Germany), licensed to MMC

Introduction10Introduction<Precautions for Handling Batteries>● Battery performance will be reduced temporarily in low temperatures. If you are

Appendix100AppendixMemory card access LED (orange)Standby LED (green)Caution LED (red)Flashes while the camera is accessing the memory card, such as r

Appendix101AppendixList of Menu modes that can be locked and defaultsettingsLocked: When MODE LOCK is set to ON, the setting is saved even if the pow

Appendix102AppendixOptional AccessoriesAC Adapter AC-74LYou don't have to pay attention to the battery capacity if you use this adapter to do a l

Appendix103AppendixThere are 4-type AC cables.● If you use the adapter other than the countries specified in the table, check the voltage and shape of

Appendix104AppendixSpecifications L4: Finecam L4L3: Finecam L3Type: Digital still camera with record, playback, and erase modes.Recording media: SD Me

Appendix105AppendixFlash: Built-in flash, recycling time about 8 seconds(with new batteries, at room temperature, based on our testing standards). Fla

Appendix106Appendix<Display>LCD monitor display: Remaining battery capacity; camera and movie mode settings (Self-timer mode, flash mode, macro

Introduction11IntroductionFunctions of this CameraDISP.MENUShootingPlaybackConnecting to a PCConnect the camera to a PC using the supplied USB cable.

Introduction12IntroductionSystem Around the CameraDigital printE-mailCard readerPrinterUSB cable (supplied)Notebook PCCard adapterFinecam L3 Finecam L

Introduction13IntroductionNames of Parts1Mode select dial (page 16)2Shutter release button (page 19)3Speaker4POWER button (page 16)5Self-timer LED (re

14Preparation of CameraPreparation of Camera1 Loading the Memory Card and Inserting the Battery Pack1 Open the memory card door.Slide the memory card

Preparation of Camera15Preparation of CameraRemoving the memory cardPush the memory card once so that the card comes out. Then pull out the card. Writ

Preparation of Camera16Preparation of Camera2 Turning the Power ON3 Setting the Date and TimeIf the camera has been left for a long time without a bat

Preparation of Camera17Preparation of Camera3 When the setting is completed, press the e button.Date and time must be set.When a picture is taken, the

18Basic OperationsBasic Operations(For First-time Digital Camera Users)Shoot imagesRView imagesRErase unwanted imagesThese are the basic operations of

Basic Operations19Basic Operations3 Check the exposure and bring the camera into focus.Lightly depress the shutter release button halfway to set expos

2IntroductionIntroductionThank you for purchasing this Kyocera product.The KYOCERA Finecam L4 and Finecam L3 are digital cameras equipped with a 3x op

Basic Operations20Basic OperationsHolding the Camera Steady LED Displays after ShootingWhen the caution LED and card access LED flash after shooting,

Basic Operations21Basic OperationsUsing (+) and (–) buttonsThe (+) and (–) buttons are used as follows:● Using these buttons in camera or movie modes,

Basic Operations22Basic OperationsLet’s Shoot Movies too1Set the Mode to “m” movie mode.Set the mode select dial to “m”, then press the POWER button t

Basic Operations23Basic OperationsChecking the Pictures (Playback of Images)Set the Mode to “p” playback mode.Set the mode select dial to “p” and turn

Basic Operations24Basic OperationsPlaying Back a MovieMovie DisplayDisplay during Movie PlaybackChecking Image InformationYou can check information su

Basic Operations25Basic OperationsErasing Unwanted Images1Set the Mode to “p” playback mode and select “ ” erase.1 Set the mode select dial to “p” and

Basic Operations26Basic Operations3 Delete the image.1 Press Up on the directional keypad to select [EXECUTE].2 Press the e button to erase the image.

Basic Operations27Basic OperationsWhen the Memory Card is FullIt is necessary to either replace the memory card with a new one or to save images to a

Basic Operations28Basic OperationsConnecting to a PCIf you connect the camera to a PC, the images shot can be viewed, copied, processed and sent by e-

Basic Operations29Basic OperationsInstalling the USB DriverThe USB driver is included in the CD-ROM supplied with the camera.1 Turn on the PC and star

Introduction3IntroductionHow to Use this ManualThe section “Introduction” contains important information regarding the camera and this User’s Manual a

Basic Operations30Basic Operations3 When a message “InstallShield Wizard Completed” is displayed, click “Finish” to stop the Wizard. After that, resta

Basic Operations31Basic Operations3 After the copy completes, restart the computer. When the computer is restarted, the installation is completed.Conn

Basic Operations32Basic OperationsPC display after connecting the cameraWindows: New [Removable Disk] icon appears in [My Computer] window.● The alpha

Basic Operations33Basic OperationsViewing the Images on Your PCThe software for viewing the images has already been installed on your PC (to replay th

Basic Operations34Basic OperationsFor Macintosh users:1 [Untitled folder] icon appears on the desktop. Double-click the icon to open it.● The 100 in t

Basic Operations35Basic OperationsHow to disconnect the USB cableTo disconnect the USB cable or turning off the power switch of the camera, follow the

Basic Operations36Basic OperationsFor Macintosh:Click and drag the [Untitled Folder] folder on the Desktop to the garbage can. If you confirm that a m

Basic Operations37Basic OperationsRemoving the Driver1 Turn on the PC and start Windows.2 Connect the exclusive USB cable to the USB port on the camer

Basic Operations38Basic OperationsPrinting Digital Images with a Dedicated PrinterYou can print images by inserting the memory card on which images we

Basic Operations39Basic Operations“Single Print” : You can print the image one by one while checking the images displayed on the LCD monitor.“DPOF Pri

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Basic Operations40Basic Operations3 Select the direct print menu.Press Up or Down on the directional keypad to select the menu, and then press the exe

41Shooting TechniqueShooting TechniqueWhen you have learned in the section Basic Operation how to take a picture learn how to use this camera more eff

Shooting Technique42Shooting TechniqueSubjects that are Hard to Bring Into FocusThe following types of subjects are hard to bring into focus.Use the f

Shooting Technique43Shooting TechniqueSaving Power by Shooting Images Using theViewfinderIt is recommended to turn off the LCD monitor and shoot image

Shooting Technique44Shooting TechniqueHow to Use the Display ButtonWhen setting functions in s or m mode, icons representing other than default settin

45s / mUsing the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode FunctionsThis camera is equipped with many functions for shooting.Use these functions to shoot ima

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions46s / mTypes of Flash ModesAuto Flash Mode (default)The camera judges surrounding light conditio

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions47s / mUsing Flash Functions (continued)What is red-eye phenomenon?Red-eye is a phenomenon where

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions48s / ms m [ ] Macro and Landscape PhotographyUse the macro mode when taking pictures of small s

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions49s / mAvoiding Camera ShakeShaking of the camera while taking a picture may cause the image to

Introduction5IntroductionUsing the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions ...

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions50s / ms m[t] Using the Self-TimerThe self-timer is a convenient function when you wish to inclu

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions51s / m s or m [ ] Selecting Image Dimensions (Pixels)The pixels are measured as the number of d

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions52s / m s [ ] Setting Image Quality (File Compression)Two compression ratios can be selected for

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions53s / mRecording Capacity Based on Image Dimensions (Pixels) and Quality*1F (fine) or N (normal)

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions54s / ms m[ ] Exposure CompensationExposure compensation is used when you want to adjust brightn

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions55s / m s m [WB] White Balance SettingThe color of a subject varies depending on the light sourc

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions56s / m[sM]/[mM] [COLOR MODE] — Selecting Color, B/W or Sepia ModeThis function sets colors simi

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions57s / m[sM][CHROMA] — Changing the ContrastThe [CHROMA] setting allows to shoot images with enha

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions58s / m[sM][SHARPNESS] — Sharpening the OutlineUse this mode to enhance or soften the outline of

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions59s / m[sM]/[mM][WB PRESET] — Setting White BalanceManuallyUse this mode if there are multiple l

Introduction6IntroductionUsing Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions...80[BRIGHT CNTRL] Setting Brightness of the LCD Monitor ...

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions60s / m[sM][AE MODE] — Selecting the Exposure ModeThis function can be set to [PROGRAM] so that

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions61s / m[sM]/[mM][FOCUSING] — Selecting the FocusModeThis function allows you to select the focus

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions62s / mDeciding the Focus DistanceGeneral guidelines for the focus distance● Since the setting f

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions63s / m[sM][LONG EXP.] — Slowing the Shutter SpeedSlow the shutter speed when taking a shot of a

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions64s / m[sM][ISO] — Changing ISO Sensitivity to ShootSubjects[ISO] refers to sensitivity to light

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions65s / m[sM][METERING] — Selecting the Area to beExposedIn this mode, it is possible to select th

Using the Camera “s” Mode and Movie “m” Mode Functions66s / m[sM][DIGITAL ZOOM] — Using Digital Zoom or NotWhen composing your picture, first press th

67pUsing Playback “p” Mode FunctionsPlayback Mode is used to check images that have been shot.Playback Mode also includes functions for rotating image

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions68pMultiple Image Display and OperationsLock mark:Appears when the imageis protected.DPOF icon:Appears when the print

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions69pErasing an Image on the Multiple Image Display.Returning to the normal playback (single image display)1 Press the

Introduction7IntroductionFCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERSDIGITAL STILL CAMERA CONTAX Tvs DIGITALFOR HOME OR OFFICE USEFCC StatementThis dev

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions70p[PROTECT] Protecting Images from being ErasedImportant images can be protected against accidental erasure. ● You c

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions71p6 Press the MENU button to finish the operation.[ERASE ALL] Erasing All ImagesYou can erase all images recorded in

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions72p[RESIZE] Resizing and Trimming ImagesYou can change (resize) image dimensions and clip (trim) images. Since an ima

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions73p9 Press the MENU button to finish the operation.Confirming and Deleting the Resized ImageResized images cannot be

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions74p[ROTATE] Rotating ImagesImages can be rotated 90° to either right or left. ● You cannot use this operation while t

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions75p[AUTO PLAY] Automatic PlaybackThis function plays back images automatically at set intervals.Operation1 Turn on th

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions76p[PRINT] Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) SettingDigital Print Order Format (DPOF) is a standard used when printin

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions77p6 Set the number of prints.1 Press Up or Down on the directional keypad to select [PRINT QTY], then press Right on

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions78pSetting an Index PrintYou can print an index of images recorded in the memory card. Before proceeding, perform ste

Using Playback “p” Mode Functions79pA Useful Way to Erase Images Using the Protect and All Erase FunctionsIf, for example, you have recorded 100 image

Introduction8IntroductionHandling Precautions<Precautions for Operating the Camera>● This camera is not designed to be waterproof, and cannot be

80SET UPUsing Setup “SET UP” Mode FunctionsFunctions such as setting the date and formatting the memory card are only performed infrequently, but they

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions81SET UP[INSERT DATE] Setting to Write the Date in theImageUse this function if you want the date to be written in

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions82SET UP[FORMAT] Formatting the Memory CardUse this function before using a new memory card or when erasing all dat

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions83SET UPOperation — setting to [1MIN.]1 Turn on the power and set the mode select dial to “SET UP”.<Note regardi

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions84SET UP[MODE LOCK] Preserving the Mode SettingsThis function preserves the camera mode functions set in the “s”, “

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions85SET UP[CUSTOM SET.] Setting a function to the (+) and (–) button.You can set the functions for handling any of th

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions86SET UPYou can use this function in camera modes or in movie modes. OperationTurn on the power first and set the [

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions87SET UP2 Select the exposure compensation value by pressing the (+) or (–) button.By pressing the (+) button, you

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions88SET UPOperationTurn on the power first and set the [CUSTOM SET.] in Setup modes to [W BALANCE].1 Set the mode sel

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions89SET UP[START SCREEN] Selecting the Startup ScreenThere are three types of startup screen.OperationOperation — Set

Introduction9Introduction● Interference may occur in recorded or played back images when the camera is used in areas subject to strong electromagnetic

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions90SET UP[REC REVIEW] Reviewing the Image Just afterShootingYou can display the image for a few seconds immediately

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions91SET UP[FILE NO.] Resetting the File Number to 0001The images are stored as files with consecutive numbers in the

Using Setup “SET UP” Mode Functions92SET UP[MODE RESET] Restoring Default Settings ofFunctionsUse this mode when restoring modes and menus to default

93AppendixAppendixTroubleshootingSymptom Cause RemedyLCD doesn’t appear.Battery power is depleted or the battery pack is not inserted.Replace the batt

Appendix94AppendixSymptom Cause RemedyThe camera feels hot. Large power consumption occurs during use of the LCD monitor;the camera may feel warm when

Appendix95AppendixMessages and RemediesMessage Cause Remedy“MEMORY CARD FULL” The memory card has insufficient free memory available.Insert a new memo

Appendix96AppendixList of Menus and Icons Displayed on the LCDMonitorDisplay when the Camera “s” or Movie “m” mode is selectedDisplay when the MENU bu

Appendix97AppendixDisplay when [SET DETAILS] in Camera “s” or Movie “m” mode is selectedMenus appear.Display when Playback “p” mode is selectedDisplay

Appendix98AppendixDisplay when “SET UP” mode is selectedThe setup menu is displayed.SET UP(1/3)BRIGHT CNTRLSTANDARDDATEINSERT DATEFORMATPOWER SAVE2003

Appendix99AppendixLED Indication and Camera StatusThere are 5 LEDs on the camera.Each LED indicates the status of the camera depending on how it light