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  • Page 2 Conformité Européenne (European Conformity). FCC Compliance Statement Declaration on Conformity Responsible Party: Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A. Inc. Address: 725 Darlington Avenue, Mahwah, NJ 07430 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 3: Read This First

    This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product. The product and accessories that come with your digital camera may be different from those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences.

  • Page 4: For Proper And Safe Use

    FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product. Warnings Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or explode which may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following warnings. Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.
  • Page 5 Take the product to a Konica Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required. Handling the cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 6 CAUTION Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ... 8 Package Contents... 9 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA... 10 Front View... 10 Rear View... 11 Mode Dial ... 12 LCD Monitor Information... 13 PREPARING THE CAMERA... 15 Installing the Batteries ... 15 Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)...16 Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory)...17...
  • Page 8 (Optional Function)... 48 TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA TO COMPUTER...52 Step 1: Install the USB driver ...53 Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer...54 Step 3: Download images or video clips...55 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION...56 Installing Photo Explorer...56 Installing Photo Express...57...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the new digital camera! Equipped with a 5.0 Megapixels CCD sensor, your camera delivers good quality, 2560 x 1920 resolution images. Other features provided by the camera include the following: 5.0 Megapixels A high-resolution CCD sensor provides 5.0 megapixels for good quality of images.

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    Common Product Components: Konica Minolta DiMAGE E500 Digital Still Camera Hand Strap USB Cable AV Cable Batteries Camera Case CD-ROM Please contact your local camera dealer or the Konica Minolta distributor in your area. EN-9...

  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Camera

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View 1. Mode dial 2. Flash 3. Microphone 4. Lens 5. Shutter button EN-10 6. ON/OFF Power button 7. Self-timer LED 8. PC (USB) / AV Out terminal 9. DC in 3V terminal...

  • Page 12: Rear View

    Rear View Playback button 2. MENU Menu button Delete button 4. Tripod socket 5. W Zoom out (wide-angle) button 6. T Zoom in (telephoto) button 7. LCD monitor Arrow button (Up) Self-timer button Arrow button (Right) OK button Display button Arrow button (Down) Flash button Arrow button (Left)

  • Page 13: Mode Dial

    Mode Dial You can select from seven shooting modes and setup mode according to shooting conditions to achieve the desired effect. Mode Program Auto Video Setup Night Sport Landscape Portrait EN-12 Description Select this mode to permit the shutter speed and aperture to be set automatically.

  • Page 14: Lcd Monitor Information

    LCD Monitor Information Camera Mode 1. Mode indication Auto Mode ] Setup Mode ] Video Mode ] Landscape Mode ] Program Mode ] Sport Mode ] Portrait Mode ] Night Mode 2. Image quality ] FINE ] NORMAL ] ECONOMY 3.
  • Page 15 Video Mode 1. Video mode 2. Recordable movie time available 3. SD memory card indicator (if present) 4. Battery power indicator 5. Date 6. Focus area 7. Flash mode Image Playback 1. Playback mode 2. SD memory card indicator (if present) 3.

  • Page 16: Preparing The Camera

    PREPARING THE CAMERA Installing the Batteries You can use 2 AA size batteries to power the camera. Make sure that the power of the digital camera is off before inserting or removing the batteries. 1. Make sure the camera is turned off.

  • Page 17: Using The Ac Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)

    Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory) Use of the AC power adapter is recommended if you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the camera to a PC. 1. Make sure your camera is turned off. 2.

  • Page 18: Inserting And Removing An Sd Memory Card (Optional Accessory)

    The digital camera comes with 12MB of internal memory, allowing you to store captured still images or video clips in the digital camera. Moreover, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store more files.

  • Page 19: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Attaching the Camera Strap Attach the strap as shown in the illustration. EN-18...

  • Page 20: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Turning the Power On/Off Press the ON/OFF button until the digital camera turns on. To turn the power off, press the ON/OFF button again. Choosing the Screen Language Follow the steps below to choose the desired language. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button.

  • Page 21: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Follow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button. 2. Press to select the [CUSTOM] menu. 3.

  • Page 22: Formatting An Sd Memory Card Or Internal Memory

    Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory The term “Formatting” means preparing an “SD Memory Card” to record images; this process is also called “initialization”. This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and data.

  • Page 23: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor Your camera is equipped with a 2.0" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, replay recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and numbers displayed on the monitor may vary according to the current settings. 1.

  • Page 24: Photography Mode

    PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Shooting Images - The Basics 1. Rotate the mode dial to , P , camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button. 2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main subject is within the focus frame. 3.

  • Page 25: Setting Image Resolution And Quality

    Setting Image Resolution and Quality As you get to know the digital camera, you can set the image resolution (number of vertical and horizontal pixels) and image quality (compression ratio) based on the types of images you want to shoot.

  • Page 26: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function This camera is equipped with 3x optical zoom. The lens moves during the optical zoom photography, allowing you to capture telephoto and wide-angle shots. By using the optical zoom function; images appear closer by pressing the T button, or smaller away by pressing the W button. Moreover, you can further enlarge the subjects with 4x digital zoom by pressing continuously the T button.

  • Page 27: Using The Flash

    When taking photographs, the red-eye phenomenon can be reduced by asking the subject (person) to look at the digital camera or get as close to the digital camera as possible. FORCED FLASH The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness. Select this mode for recording images with high contrast (backlighting) and deep shadows.

  • Page 28: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you should either mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, level surface. 1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface. 2.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Exposure (Ev Compensation)

    Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation) You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the digital camera. Use this mode when the proper exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (different between light and dark) between the subject and the background is extremely large. The EV compensation value can be set in the range from –2.0EV to +2.0EV.

  • Page 30: Setting White Balance

    Setting White Balance This feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types according to your shooting conditions. 1. Rotate the mode dial to P , 2. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the power. 3. Press the MENU button, then toggle menu.

  • Page 31: Using The Mode Dial

    USING THE MODE DIAL Auto Mode (Auto) mode is the simplest way which allows you to take still pictures without having to set special functions or manual adjustments. The camera sets the optimal focusing and exposure. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button.

  • Page 32: Portrait Mode

    Portrait Mode Select this mode to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button. 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. 3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. Landscape Mode This mode allows you to take photographs of distant scenery or landscapes.

  • Page 33: Sport Mode

    Sport Mode This mode allows you to shoot fast moving objects. 1. Rotate the mode dial to the ON/OFF button. 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. 3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. Night Mode This mode allows you to take photographs of people against a dusk or night-time background. 1.

  • Page 34: Advanced Shooting

    ADVANCED SHOOTING Burst This mode is used for continuous shooting. 3 pictures are taken continuously once the shutter button is pressed. 1. Rotate the mode dial to , P , camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button. 2. Press the MENU button, then use menu.

  • Page 35: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb)

    Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. AEB settings can be combined with exposure compensation settings to extend the adjustment range. 1.

  • Page 36: Selecting The Metering Mode

    Selecting the Metering Mode You can select the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1. Rotate the mode dial to P , camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button. 2. Press the MENU button, then use menu.

  • Page 37: Playback Mode - The Basics

    PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS Viewing Images You can display the still images you have just captured at a time. 1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the camera. 2. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 3.

  • Page 38: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you to view fine details. The zoom factor displayed on the screen shows the current magnification ratio. 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. To view the previous image, press .

  • Page 39: Thumbnail Display

    Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may search for a particular image. 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the W button once. Nine thumbnail images are displayed simultaneously.

  • Page 40: Slideshow Display

    Slideshow Display The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This is very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentations. 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2.

  • Page 41: Resizing An Image

    Resizing an Image You can change the image size of a captured image to one of the following sizes: 2560 x 1920 pixel, 2048 x 1536 pixel, 1280 x 960 pixel and 640 x 480 pixel. 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 42: Video Mode

    VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips with sound via built-in microphone. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button. 2. Press the shutter button to start recording. 3.

  • Page 43: Playing Back Video Clips

    Playing Back Video Clips You can play back recorded video clips. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during the video playback. 1. Press the button. 2. Use to go through the images until the video clip you want to play back is displayed.

  • Page 44: Playback Mode - Advanced Features

    NTSC/PAL system to match the video output system of the video equipment you are going to connect to the digital camera, then turn all connected devices off. 1. Connect one end of the AV cable to the AV terminal of the digital camera.

  • Page 45: Deleting Images/Video Clips

    Deleting Images/Video Clips Use this function to delete one or all images/video clips stored in the internal memory or memory card. Please note that the deleted images or video clips cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before deleting a file. To delete the latest single image/video clip 1.

  • Page 46: Protecting Images/Video Clips

    Protecting Images/Video Clips Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. In the mode, use to select the desired images. To view the previous image, press . To view the next image, press 3.

  • Page 47: Setting The Dpof

    SET : RETURN : EN-46 button, then use to select the desired image you want to select [DPOF], then press the to select by your preference, then press the Returns all basic settings to the digital camera’s default settings. button.
  • Page 48 Step Figure Procedure ONE IMAGE QUANTITY DATE [QUANTITY]: CANCEL [DATE]: ONE IMAGE QUANTITY [CANCEL]: DATE CANCEL Press the MENU button to return to the image playback mode. * The DPOF To unmark the ONE IMAGE ALL IMAGES RESET ALL SET : RETURN : Before you perform the DPOF settings on your camera, always remember to copy your images from the internal memory to an SD memory card first.

  • Page 49: Connecting To A Pictbridge Compliant Printer (Optional Function)

    Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer (Optional Function) Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF support also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed.
  • Page 50 Step Figure Procedure PRINT PAPER SIZE STANDARD button to confirm. BORDERLESS STANDARD [SIZE]: SET: SELECT: [BORDERLESS]: more detailed settings. SELECT : PRINT : CANCEL : MORE : PRINT INFO WITH DATE WITH FILE NAME CANCEL [DATE]: SELECT: SET: [FILE NAME]: If you select WITH, images are printed with the file name. [CANCEL]: After the step 4 finished, you can still use your preference, then press the...
  • Page 51 Step Figure Procedure PRINT PRINT CANCEL SET: SELECT: This starts printing and displays the message “TRANSFERRING” on the monitor screen.The message will disappear after the transferring is finished. T R A N S F E R R I N G CANCEL : * To cancel printing: PRINT...
  • Page 52 Procedure Step Figure PRINT PAPER SIZE STANDARD button to print. BORDERLESS STANDARD [SIZE]: SET: SELECT: [BORDERLESS]: PRINT PRINT CANCEL SET: SELECT: This starts printing and displays the message “TRANSFERRING” on the monitor screen. The message will disappear after the transferring is finished.

  • Page 53: Transferring Files From Your Digital Camera To Computer

    TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA TO COMPUTER After using USB cable to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to share recorded images or video clips with your family or friends via e-mail or post them on the Web.

  • Page 54: Step 1: Install The Usb Driver

    Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 3. After the USB driver has been installed, restart your computer. Installation on MAC OS 9.0 For Mac OS 9.0 or higher, the computer will automatically recognize the digital camera and load its own USB drivers. EN-53...

  • Page 55: Step 2: Connect The Digital Camera To Your Computer

    Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the ON/OFF button. 2. Press to select the [CUSTOM] menu, then use 3. Press the button. 4. Use to select [PC], then press the 5.

  • Page 56: Step 3: Download Images Or Video Clips

    Step 3: Download images or video clips When the digital camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be a disk drive, just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying them from the “Removable disk”...

  • Page 57: Editing Software Installation

    EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Installing Photo Explorer ® Ulead Photo Explorer provides a simple and efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute digital media. Acquire photos, video or sound clips from various digital device types and easily browse or add personal descriptions; make timely modifications; or distribute the media through the medium of your choice: E-mail, Print, Slideshow Presentations.

  • Page 58: Installing Photo Express

    Installing Photo Express Ulead ® Photo Express is complete photo project software for digital images. The step-by-step workflow, visual program interface, and in-program help assist users in creating exciting photo projects. Acquire digital photos effortlessly from digital cameras or scanners. Organize them conveniently with the Visual Browse mode.

  • Page 59: Using The Digital Camera As A Pc Camera

    USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your digital camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference with business associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the digital camera for...

  • Page 60: Step 2: Connect The Digital Camera To Your Computer

    6. Position the digital camera steadily on top of your computer monitor or use a tripod. When using this digital camera as a PC camera, it is necessary to install the battery into the digital camera. Step 3: Run your application software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting) To use Windows NetMeeting for videoconferencing: 1.

  • Page 61: Menu Options

    MENU OPTIONS Camera Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. PICTURE FUNCTION AUTO IMAGE SIZE IMAGE SIZE QUALITY QUALITY AUTO FOCUS SHARPNESS COLOR 1 / 4 1. Rotate the mode dial to 2.
  • Page 62 Item Functional Description FOCUS You can take images with the distance to the subject set by auto focus, macro or infinity. AUTO MACRO INFINITY CAPTURE Sets the recording method at the time of taking pictures. MODE SINGLE BURST In the P , PICTURE Item Functional Description...
  • Page 63 PICTURE Item COLOR SATURATION FUNCTION Item FOCUS CAPTURE MODE METERING EN-62 Functional Description Sets the color of the image that will be captured. FULL COLOR BLACK & WHITE SEPIA To capture an image, your camera offers you three different degrees of color to match with your preference.
  • Page 64 AE/AWB Item Functional Description EXPOSURE Sets to obtain the correct exposure when the subject is much brighter or darker than the background. The EV compensation value can be set in the range from –2.0EV to +2.0EV. W. BALANCE Sets the white balance photographing under a variety of lighting conditions and permits photographs to be taken that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye.

  • Page 65: Video Menu

    Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. VIDEO COLOR SET : EXIT : 1 / 1 SET : 1. Rotate the mode dial to 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the button to access the [COLOR] menu.

  • Page 66: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu In the menu, set which settings are to be used for playback. PLAYBACK RESIZE DPOF DPOF COPY TO CARD COPY SET : 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the MENU button, then use 3.
  • Page 67 “Setting the DPOF” for further details. COPY TO Allows you to copy your files from the digital camera’s internal memory to a CARD memory card. Of course, you can only do this if you have a memory card installed and some files in internal memory.

  • Page 68: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu This feature allows you to set up the default settings by preference for using your camera. BASIC RESET NUMBER LOUDER POWER OFF 3 MIN. DATE IMPRINT FORMAT DIGITAL ZOOM QUICK SET TO DEFAULT QUICK VIEW VIEW SET : 1.
  • Page 69 Item Functional Description SET TO Returns all basic settings to the digital camera’s default settings. The time/language DEFAULT setting will not be reset. * YES / NO RESET Set whether or not to reset the file number when you take photographs. This NUMBER creates a new folder.
  • Page 70 CUSTOM settings Item Functional Description DATE & TIME This sets the date and the time. Refer to the section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details. * Y/M/D Y/M/D * D/M/Y * M/D/Y Sets video output system of the video equipment that you are going to connect NTSC to the camera.

  • Page 71: Connecting The Digital Camera To Other Devices

    CONNECTING THE DIGITAL CAMERA TO OTHER DEVICES EN-70...

  • Page 72: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Image Sensor Effective pixels 5.0 Megapixels Image size Still image: 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 Video clip: 320 x 240 Image quality Still image: Fine, Normal, Economy Movie image: Economy Recording media 12MB internal memory SD memory card (up to 512MB)

  • Page 73: Appendix

    APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible causes * The battery has run out. Power does not * The battery is not oriented correctly. turn on. * The battery cover is not closed properly. * The AC power adapter (optional) is disconnected. * The function of POWER OFF in the Camera suddenly has been activated.

  • Page 74: Care And Storage

    CARE AND STORAGE Read this section in its entirety to get the best results from your camera. With proper care, your camera will provide years of service. Camera care Do not subject the camera to shock or impact. Turn off the camera when transporting. This camera is neither waterproof nor splashproof.
  • Page 75 LCD monitor care The LCD monitor is manufactured using high-precision technology and more than 99.99% of the pixels operate properly. Less than 0.01% of the monitor pixels are displayed as color or bright points; this is not monitor defect and does not affect the recorded image. Do not apply pressure to the surface of the LCD monitor;...
  • Page 76 Before important events and journeys Check the camera’s operation; take test pictures and purchase spare batteries. Konica Minolta has no responsibility for any damage or loss incurred by equipment malfunction. Copyright TV program, films, video tapes, photographs, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording or duplication of such material may be contrary to copyright laws.

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