User manual MINOLTA REVIO KD-420Z

[. . . ] Digital Still Camera User's Guide Thank you for your purchase. For the correct usage of this product, please read this User's Manual and warranty card carefully and keep them in a safe place for future reference. Before accepting the warranty card, please make sure that the date of purchase and the dealer's details have been completed. Getting Started Please be sure to read this manual before use. · Test shooting Be sure to take some test shots before taking important pictures (such as business or weddings) to make sure that the camera is working properly. · Results are not guaranteed In the unlikely event that a problem arises in shooting or reproducing pictures due to the camera or memory card used, please understand that no compensation can be made. · Be aware of Copyright Any pictures that you take of existing images may be used for personal use only. Copyright law prohibits the use of pictures without the permission of the rightful owner. [. . . ] "PORTRAIT" is displayed as the default setting. 2. Use the or buttons to select the desired scene mode. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode. 64 Using the Scene Select Mode Menu (Cont'd) Available modes Portrait : Use this mode when you want to soften the background so that the subject stands out clearly. This mode allows you to shoot soft attractive portrait shots with extra dimension. Scenery : The suitable mode for taking pictures of scenery or buildings, etc. Night : This is the best mode for shots taken at night or dusk, or for shots of people taken with the flash against a nighttime or evening backdrop. A tripod should be used to prevent camera shake. : This mode is suitable for snapshots and you can take a photo between the ranges of 0. 8m and 2. 5m. Use this mode when you want someone to take a picture for you without having to worry about the auto-focus or for subjects that pose problems for the camera's auto-focus function. This mode works best with the zoom set to the wide-angle (W) position. : This mode is the best choice for shots of fast-moving subjects, such as pictures taken as sporting events. : This mode is intended for shots of children or women, since it gives particularly beautiful skin tones and also gives priority to the shutter response so that you can capture fleeting laughter or smiles. - - Snap - Sports - Angel 65 Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu - This section explains the menu options that are available in Movie/Voice mode. - Unless otherwise stated, the settings for these menu options are retained until you change them, regardless of whether the power is turnned off. Available menu options - Movie (default) - Postrecording : Allows you to shoot movies. (p. 42) : You can add voice comments to still images you have shot. (p. 68) Recorded Message : You can record voice only. (p. 70) Exposure Compensation : Allows you to adjust the brightness of your images. (p. 71) White Balance : You can set the correct white balance for your light source. (p. 72) Memory Priority (p. 60) Self Timer (p. 61) · Because the details for the Memory Priority and Self Timer modes are as described in the menu options for Auto mode, these items are not explained in this section. Select "MOVIE/VOICE" and press the SET/DISP. button. 66 Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu (Cont'd) 2 2. Pressing the MENU button displays the available menu option icons. 3. As described on p. 55, use the want to set. [. . . ] (Additional charge is required at the time of replacement. ) 137 Warranty and After-sales Service For repair, handling and care, first consult the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Warranty (separately attached) Before accepting the warranty card, please make sure that the date of purchase and dealer of purchase and the dealer's details have been completed. After reading the warranty, keep it in a safe place. Warranty period (main unit): one year from the date of purchase When requesting service If symptoms persist after having checked the table on pages 133 and 134, Troubleshooting, disconnect the power supply and contact the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Note: Transportation cost for taking/bringing back the product to/from repair, shipping costs or carrying charges are at the customer's expense. [. . . ]