FinePix A203/A303 Owner's Manual

FinePix A203/FinePix A303 

Getting Ready 

Basic Photography 

Advanced Features 

Photography 

Advanced Features 

Playback 

Settings 

Software Installation 

Camera Connection 

Using FinePixViewer 

BL00147-200 (1) 

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Warning 

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. 

CAUTION 

— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV 

technician for help. 

This symbol is intended to alert the user to 

This equipment has been tested and found to 

You are cautioned that any changes or 

the presence of uninsulated “dangerous 

comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 

modifications not expressly approved in this 

voltage” within the product’s enclosure 

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits 

manual could void the user’s authority to operate 

that may be of sufficient magnitude to 

are designed to provide reasonable protection 

the equipment. 

constitute a risk of electric shock to 

against harmful interference in a residential 

persons. 

installation. This equipment generates, uses, and Notes on the Grant: 

can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not To comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules, this 

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. 

This symbol is intended to alert the user 

installed and used in accordance with the product must be used with a Fujifilm-specified 

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). 

to the presence of important operating 

instructions, may cause harmful interference to ferrite-core USB cable and DC supply cord. 

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. 

and maintenance (servicing) instructions 

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 

radio communications. However, there is no 

in the literature accompanying the 

guarantee that interference will not occur in a For customers in Canada 

The graphical symbols are located on the bottom 

appliance. 

particular installation. If this equipment does cause 

of the case. 

harmful interference to radio or television CAUTION 

For customers in the U.S.A. 

reception, which can be determined by turning the This Class B digital apparatus complies with 

equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to Canadian ICES-003. 

FCC Statement 

try to correct the interference by one or more of 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC 

the following measures: 

Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 

— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 

conditions: (1) This device may not cause 

— Increase the separation between the 

harmful interference, and (2) this device must 

equipment and receiver. 

accept any interference received, including 

— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a 

interference that may cause undesired 

Please read the Safety Notes (➡P.125) 

circuit different from that to which the receiver is 

operation. 

and make sure you understand them 

connected. 

before using the camera. 

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Contents 

Warning .................................................................. 2 

Preface ................................................................... 6 

Accessories ............................................................ 7 

Nomenclature/Attaching the strap .......................... 8 

1 Getting Ready 

LOADING THE BATTERIES AND xD-Picture Card .. 11 

SWITCHING ON AND OFF ...................................... 14 

SETTING THE DATE AND TIME ............................. 15 

Changing the date and time ................................ 16 

To change the date display format ..................... 16 

SELECTING THE LANGUAGE ................................ 18 

c Forced Flash .............................................. 35 

b Suppressed Flash ...................................... 36 

v Slow Synchro ............................................. 36 

wPLAYBACK MODE 

VIEWING YOUR IMAGES (PLAYBACK) ................. 37 

MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK ..................................... 38 

PLAYBACK ZOOM ................................................... 39 

ERASING SINGLE FRAME ...................................... 40 

3 Advanced Features Photography 

E MACRO (CLOSE-UP) PHOTOGRAPHY ............. 42 

= SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY ........................... 43 

PLAYBACK MENU 

p ERASING SINGLE • 

ALL FRAMES/FORMATTING ............................. 58 

kPROTECTING IMAGES FRAME/ALL ................ 62 

i HOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS (DPOF) .. 66 

i DPOF SET FRAME ............................................. 67 

5 Settings 

g ADJUSTING THE MONITOR BRIGHTNESS ..... 71 

g USING SET–UP .................................................. 72 

■ SET–UP Menu Options (Date/time setting, etc.) .... 73 

SET–UP 

7.2 Use at DSC mode ............................................... 88 

7.3 Use at PC-CAM mode ........................................ 91 

7.4 Disconnecting the Camera ................................. 94 

8 Using FinePixViewer 

8.1 Saving Images on Your Computer and viewing images .. 96 

8.2 Making a FinePix CD Album ............................... 97 

8.3 Using the FinePix Internet Service ..................... 98 

8.3.1 Using FAQ ................................................. 98 

8.3.2 User Registration ....................................... 98 

8.4 Mastering FinePixViewer .................................. 102 

8.5 Uninstalling the Software .................................. 103 

TMOVIE PHOTOGRAPHY 

g POWER SAVE .................................................... 74 

2 Basic Photography 

T MOVIE (VIDEO) .................................................. 45 

System Expansion Options ................................ 105 

BASIC OPERATION GUIDE (PHOTOGRAPHY) ..... 19 BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATIONS ...... 48 

6 Software Installation 

Accessories Guide ............................................. 106 

BASIC OPERATION GUIDE (PLAYBACK) .............. 20 SELECTING A AUTO OR S MANUAL ............... 49 

6.1 The Software Components ................................. 75 Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly ............. 108 

BASIC OPERATION GUIDE (MENU) ...................... 21 PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPTIONS ......................... 50 

6.2 Installation on a Windows PC ............................. 76 Notes on the Power Supply ................................ 109 

6.2.1 Load the CD-ROM into your PC ................ 

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PHOTOGRAPHY MENU 

76 Applicable Batteries ...................................... 109 

6.2.2 From FinePixViewer installation to restart .. 77 

TAKING PICTURES (A AUTO MODE) .................. y SETTING THE QUALITY .................................... 52 

Notes on the Batteries ................................... 109 

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6.3 Installation on a Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 .................... 81 

■ Viewfinder Lamp Display ................................. d EV (EXPOSURE COMPENSATION) ................. 54 

AC Power Adapter ........................................ 111 

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6.3.1 Check the system software settings .......... 81 

Number of Available Frames .............................. 28 a WHITE BALANCE (SELECTING THE LIGHT SOURCE) .... 55 

Notes on the xD-Picture Card ............................. 112 


USING AF/AE LOCK ................................................ Warning Displays ............................................... 114 

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4 Advanced Features Playback 

6.4 Installation on a Mac OS X ................................. 84 

FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION ......................... Troubleshooting .................................................. 117 

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USING THE ZOOM .................................................. Specifications ..................................................... 120 

33 wPLAYBACK MODE 

c FLASH ................................................................ Explanation of Terms ......................................... 124 

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PLAYING BACK MOVIES (VIDEO) .......................... 56 

7 Camera Connection 

Auto Flash Mode (Blank) .................................. Safety Notes ....................................................... 125 

34 ■ Playing back movies ........................................ 57 

4 7.1 Using the optional AC Power adapter ................ 

n Red-Eye Reduction .................................... 35 

87 EC Declaration of Conformity ............................. 129 5 

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Preface 

■ Test Shots Prior to Photography 

For particularly important photographs (such as weddings and 

overseas trips), always take a test photograph and view the 

image to make sure that the camera is functioning normally. 

h Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. cannot accept liability for any 

incidental losses (such as the cost of photography or the 

loss of income from photography) incurred as a result of 

faults with this product. 

■ Notes on Copyright 

Images recorded using your digital camera system cannot be 

used in ways that infringe copyright laws without the consent 

of the owner, unless intended only for personal use. Note that 

some restrictions apply to the photographing of stage 

performances, entertainments and exhibits, even when 

intended purely for personal use. Users are also asked to note 

that the transfer of memory cards containing images or data 

protected under copyright laws is only permissible within the 

restrictions imposed by those copyright laws. 

■ Liquid Crystal 

If the LCD monitor is damaged, take particular care with the 

liquid crystal in the monitor. If any of the following situations 

arise, take the urgent action indicated. 

h If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin 

Wipe the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly with 

running water and soap. 

h If liquid crystal gets into your eye 

Flush the affected eye with clean water for at least 

15 minutes and then seek medical assistance. 

h If liquid crystal is swallowed 

Flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large quantities 

of water and induce vomiting. Then seek medical assistance. 

■ Notes on Electrical Interference 

If the camera is to be used in hospitals or aircrafts, please 

note that this camera may cause interference to other 

equipment in the hospital or aircraft. For details, please 

check with the applicable regulations. 

■ Handling Your Digital Camera 

This camera contains precision electronic components. To 

ensure that images are recorded correctly, do not subject the 

camera to impact or shock while an image is being recorded. 

■ Trademark Information 

h IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International 

Business Machines Corp. of the U.S. 

h iMac and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple 

Computer, Inc. 

h QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used 

under license. The QuickTime logo is registered in the 

U.S. and other countries. 

h Adobe Acrobat ® Reader is a trademark of Adobe Systems 

Incorporated of the U.S. 

h Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo and DirectX are 

either trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft 

Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. 

Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft 

Windows Operating System. 

✽ The “Designed for Microsoft Windows XP” logo refers to 

the camera and the driver only. 

h xD-Picture Card and other company or product names are 

trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective 

companies. 

■ Exif Print (Exif ver. 2.2) 

Exif Print Format is a newly revised digital camera file format that 

Accessories 

h16 MB, xD-Picture Card (1) 

Supplied with: 

• Anti-static case (1) 

hLR6 AA-size alkaline Batteries (2) 

hHand strap (1) 

hInterface Set (1) 

• CD-ROM: Software for FinePix SX (1) 

• Special USB cable with Noise Suppression core (1) 

hOwner’s Manual (this manual) (1) 

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Nomenclature ✽ Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera features. 

Shutter button POWER switch(P.14) 

Flash(P.34) 

Flash control sensor 

Self-timer lamp(P.44) 

Viewfinder window 

(USB) socket 

(P.88, 91) 

MENU/OK button(P.21) 

BACK button(P.21) 

Viewfinder lamp 

Lens/Lens cover 

DC IN 3V 

(Power input) 

socket(P.87) 

xD-Picture Card slot 

Battery compartment 

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Viewfinder 

DISP button(P.19,20) 

LCD monitor 

Flash button 

Tripod mount 

Battery cover 

Mode dial 

Self-Timer mode(P.43) 

Macro (close-up) mode(P.42) 

Still photography mode(P.22) 

Playback mode(P.37) 

Movie mode(P.45) 

Strap mount(P.9) 

Attaching the strap

LOADING THE BATTERIES AND xD-Picture Card 

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OPEN 

1Slide the battery cover out to open it. 

2Load the batteries correctly as shown. 

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◆ When you want to replace the battery ◆ 

Check that the camera is switched off, open 

the battery cover and then remove the 

batteries. 

●! Do not apply excessive force to the battery cover. 

Do not open the battery cover while the camera 

is still switched on. This could damage the xD- 

Picture Card or corrupt the image files on the 

xD-Picture Card. 

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●! Take care not to drop the battery when opening 

and closing the battery cover. 

●! If you open the battery cover while the camera is 

switched on, the camera automatically switches off 

to protect the data on the xD-Picture Card . 

●! The xD-Picture Card will not slide fully into the slot if 

it is inserted facing the wrong way. Be careful not to 

apply undue force to the xD-Picture Card . 

●! To protect the xD-Picture Card , always store it in the 

special anti-static case. 

●! Take care not to remove your finger too quickly after the lock 

is released, as the card may spring completely out of the slot. 

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OPEN 

Indicator 

3Aline the arrows on the camera and the xD- 

Picture Card, and firmly push the card fully 

into the xD-Picture Card slot. 

4Close the battery cover. 

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Indicator 

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◆ When you want to replace 

the xD-Picture Card ◆ 

When you push the xD-Picture Card into the slot 

and then slowly remove your finger, the lock is 

released and the xD-Picture Card is pushed out. 

You can then pull the xD-Picture Card the rest of 

the way out. 

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QSTILL IMAGE 

You have read the section called “Getting 

Ready” and now your camera is ready to take 

pictures. 

The “Basic Photography” section takes you 

through the basic procedures of “Shooting”, 

“Viewing” and “Erasing” pictures. 

Master these basic operations by trying them 

out as you read through the manual. 

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TAKING PICTURES (A AUTO MODE) 

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1Slide the “POWER” switch sideways to switch 

the camera on. 

2Set the Mode dial to “Q”. 

hPhotography range: Approx. 60 cm (2 ft.) to 

infinity 

●! For subjects closer than 60 cm (2 ft.), use Macro 

photography (➡P.42). 

◆ To increase your shooting time ◆ 

h Press the “DISP” button to 

switch the LCD monitor off 

and use the viewfinder to 

take pictures (Note that you 

cannot switch the LCD 

monitor off in Macro mode). 

h Set “POSTVIEW” in the “SET-UP” menu to “OFF” 

(➡P.73). 

h Set “POWER SAVE” in the “SET-UP” menu to “ON” 

Brace your elbows against your sides and hold 

the camera with both hands. 

Hold the camera so that your right thumb is 

conveniently positioned for operating the zoom. 

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(➡P.73, 74). 

●! If the “∂”, “ƒ”, “å” 

or “˙” message appears, see P.114 

and P.115. 

●! If you use the flash in very dusty environments or 

when it is snowing, the flash may reflect off the dust 

particles or snowflakes and appear as white dots in 

your images. 

●! Check that the lens is clean. If it is dirty, clean the 

lens as described on P.108. 

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Be careful to ensure that the lens, flash and 

flash control sensor are not obscured by your 

hands or the camera strap. 

The camera may not be able to take successful 

pictures if your fingers or the strap are in the 

way. 

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TAKING PICTURES (A AUTO MODE) 

◆ Warnings Displayed When 

the Shutter is Pressed Halfway ◆ 

■ Viewfinder Lamp Display ✽ When the LCD monitor is switched on, more detailed warning messages 

are displayed (➡P.114-116). 

Beep 

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Display 

Lit green Ready to shoot. 

Status 

Blinking green AF/AE in progress, camera shake warning or AF warning (Ready to shoot). 

To take the picture, press the shutter button 

down fully without lifting your finger off it. The 

camera beeps and takes the picture, and the 

data is then recorded. 

Blinking green and 

orange alternately 

Lit orange 

Blinking orange 

Blinking red 

Recording to xD-Picture Card (Ready to shoot). 

Recording to xD-Picture Card (Not ready). 

Flash charging (Flash will not fire). 

h xD-Picture Card Warnings 

No card loaded, card not formatted, incorrect format, card full, xD-Picture Card error. 

h Lens operation error. 

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●! If you press the shutter button down fully in one 

motion, the shot is taken without the AF frame 

changing. 

●! When you take a picture, the viewfinder lamp lights 

orange (camera not ready) before switching back to 

◆ Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus ◆ 

Though the FinePix A203/FinePix A303 uses an accurate autofocus mechanism, it may have difficulty focusing 

or not be able to focus at all for the types of subject and situation listed below. In such cases, the image may be 

out of focus. 

green to indicate that the camera is again ready for 

h Very shiny subjects such as a mirror or car body. 

h Subjects moving at high speed. 

shooting. 

●! The viewfinder lamp flashes orange while the flash is 

charging. If the LCD monitor is switched on, the 

screen may go dark for a moment. This is normal 

and does not indicate a fault. 

●! See P.114-116 for information on the warning 

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h Subjects photographed through glass. 

h Subjects that do not reflect well, such as hair or fur. 

h Subjects with no substance, such as smoke or flames. 

h When the subject is dark. 

h When there is very little contrast between the subject 

and the background (such as white walls or subjects 

dressed in the same color as the background). 

h When something other than your subject is close to the 

AF frame, has contrasting areas of light and dark and 

is either closer or further away than your subject (as 

when you photograph someone against a background 

with strongly contrasting elements). 

For subjects of this type, use AF/AE lock (➡P.30). 

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The camera cannot focus. 

h Ensure that you are at least 2 m (6.6 ft.) from 

the subject when you take the shot. 

h Use AF/AE lock to take the shot (➡P.30). 

\ There is a high risk of camera 

shake due to the slow shutter 

speed. 

h Use the flash. 

h Use a tripod. 

| You can take the shot, but it will not 

Solution 

Solution 

be correctly exposed.

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4 Advanced 

Features Playback 

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wPLAYBACK MODE 

1Set the Mode dial to “w”. 

2Use “d” or “c” to select the movie file. 

PLAYING BACK MOVIES (VIDEO) 

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1Press “b” to play the movie. 

2The LCD monitor shows the playback time 

and a playback progress bar. 

■ Playing back movies 

Playback 

Pause/Resume 

Stop 

Fast forward/Rewind 

Skip playback 

◆ Playing back movie files ◆ 

Control Description 

Rewind Forward 

When paused 

The movie automatically stops when playback ends. 

Pauses the movie during playback. 

Press this button again to resume playback. 

Stops playback. 

✽ Press “d” or “c” while movie playback is stopped to go back 

to the previous file or advance to the next file respectively. 

Press these during playback to skip forwards or backwards 

through the movie. 

i Each time you press “d” or “c” when the movie is paused, 

the movie advances or goes back one frame. 

i Hold down the button to move through the frames quickly. 

i It may not be possible to play back movies shot on other camera models. 

●! If the subject of the movie is very bright, white 

i To play back movie files on a computer, save the movie file on the xD-Picture Card to the computer's hard disk 

●! Movies cannot be played back using multi-frame streaks may appear on the image during playback. 

and then play back the saved file. 

playback. Use the “DISP” button to revert to normal This is normal and is not a fault. 

i Video files contain large amounts of data. Depending on the performance of the computer, movies may not run 

playback. 

smoothly if the computer cannot process the images quickly enough. 

Movies are displayed somewhat smaller than 

i If you play back your movies on a computer or a different camera model, they may run slightly faster than 

Indicated by the “T” icon. 

still images. 

normal. 

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6.2 Installation on a Windows PC 

6.2.1 Load the CD-ROM into your PC 

Do not connect the camera to your PC until 

the software installation is completed. 

1. Switch on your PC and start up Windows. 

✽ If you have already switched on your PC, restart 

your PC at this point. 

NOTE 

Users of Windows 2000 or Windows XP should log in 

using a system administrator account (e.g. 

“Administrator”). 

2. Quit all other active applications until no 

applications are shown in the taskbar. 

NOTE 

If a “----.dll file not found.” message appears during 

installation, there is another application running in the 

background. Forcibly shut down the application. Refer 

to your Windows manuals for information on how to 

forcibly shut down an application. 

3. Load the enclosed CD-ROM into the CD-ROM 

drive. The installer starts up automatically. 

4. The Setup screen appears. Click the 

[Installing FinePixViewer] button. 

✽ For more information on what is installed, click the 

[Read Me First] button and [Using FinePixViewer] 

button. 

Launching the Installer Manually 

1. Double-click the “My Computer” icon. 

✽ Windows XP users should click “My 

Computer” in the “Start” menu. 

2. Right-click “FINEPIX” (CD-ROM drive) in 

the “My Computer” window and select 

“Open”. 

3. Double-click “SETUP” or “SETUP.exe” 

in the CD-ROM window. 

✽ The way file names are displayed differs as 

described below depending on your computer 

settings. 

• File extensions (3-letter suffixes indicating 

the file type) may be shown or hidden. (e.g. 

Setup.exe or Setup) 

• Text may be shown normally or all in 

uppercase (e.g. Setup or SETUP). 

6.2.2 From FinePixViewer installation to restart 

1. Pre-installation checking begins. If any 

warning messages appear, follow the 

instructions given on the screen. 

✽ The “Add New Hardware Wizard” may be hidden 

behind the “Note” message. Check the taskbar, 

move the message window and then click the 

[Cancel] button. 

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2. A confirmation message appears asking 

whether you want to continue with the 

installation. Click the [OK] button. 

3. The software version is checked. If the 

window shown below appears, click the 

[OK] button to uninstall the software. 

3 Check the installation destination folder and then 

click the [Next >] button. 

4 “Confirmation” screen shown may appear. To 

continue with the settings, click the [Yes] button. 

6. Install QuickTime as directed by the onscreen 

instructions. 

✽ If you have already installed QuickTime version 

5.0.2 or later, this installation is not performed. 

Click [Agree] button in the “Software License 

Agreement” window. 

7. Install NetMeeting as directed by the onscreen 

instructions. 

✽ If NetMeeting 3.01 or later is already installed on 

your PC, this installation is not performed. 

8. Install ImageMixer VCD for FinePix as 

directed by the on-screen instructions. 

9. Close the “Readme” window. 

10. Install WINASPI as directed by the on-screen 

instructions. 

11. Install Windows Media Player as directed 

by the on-screen instructions and then 

restart your PC. 

✽ If the latest version of the software is already installed 

on your PC, this installation is not performed. When 

next screen appears, click the [Restart] button. 

4. The USB drivers are installed. 

5. Install FinePixViewer. 

1 FinePixViewer installation begins and notes and 

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warnings are displayed. When you have 

confirmed these, click the [Next >] button. 

2 The User License Agreement for this software is 

displayed. Read the agreement carefully and 

then, if you agree to the terms of the Agreement, 

click the [Yes] button. If you click the [No] button, 

the software is not installed. 

If the “Connection speed” window appears, set the 

correct speed for your environment of connection and 

then click the [Next] button. 

✽ If you do not know your connection speed, simply 

click the [Next] button. 

In Windows Media Component Setup window, tick 

the “I have read the Privacy Statement” checkbox 

and then click the [Next >] button. 

When you click the [Finish] button, your PC is 

restarted. 

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12. After you restart your PC, install DirectX as 

directed by the on-screen instructions and 

then restart your PC again. If the latest 

version of DirectX is already installed on 

your PC, this installation is not performed. 

13. After you restart your PC, the “FinePixViewer 

installation completed” message appears. 

Click “Using FinePixViewer” to view the 

basic FinePixViewer functions. 

15. Proceed with the installation as directed 

by the on-screen instructions. 

■ To install Acrobat Reader later... 

1. Open the “My Computer” window, right-click 

the CD-ROM icon and select “Open” to view 

the contents of the CD-ROM. 

6.3 Installation on a Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 

6.3.1 Check the system software settings 

■ Enable File Exchange 

Check whether File Exchange is active. 

To use an xD-Picture Card that is supported by the 

camera, the File Exchange utility supplied with Mac 

OS must be running. 

1. Switch on your Macintosh and start up 

Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2. 

NOTE 

Do not connect the camera to your Macintosh until the 

software installation is completed. 

2. Double-click “Installer for MacOS8.6-9.x” 

to launch the Installer. 

3. The Installer setup screen appears. Click 

the [Installing FinePixViewer] button. 

✽ For more information on what is installed, click the 

[Read Me First] button and [Using FinePixViewer] 

button. 

2. Double-click “ACROREAD” → “ENGLISH” 

2. Select the Extension Manager in the Control 

Panel and check that the File Exchange 

check box is ticked. If not, click in the box 

folder. 

so that an appears and then restart your 

14. To install Acrobat Reader, click “Install 

3. Double-click “ar505enu.exe”. 

4. Proceed with the installation as directed by 

the on-screen instructions. 

Macintosh. 


4. A confirmation message appears asking 

whether you want to continue with the 

installation. Click the [OK] button. 

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Acrobat Reader”. 1. When you load the enclosed CD-ROM into 5. The User License Agreement for this 

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the CD-ROM drive, the “FinePix” window 

automatically opens. 

NOTE 

If the “FinePix” window does not open automatically, 

double-click the CD-ROM icon. 

software is displayed. Read the agreement 

carefully and then, if you agree to the 

terms of the Agreement, click the [Yes] 

button. If you click the [No] button, the 

software is not installed. 

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✽ 

✽ You should install Adobe Systems’ Acrobat 

Reader software to read the FinePixViewer User’s 

Guide (PDF). 

If you already have the latest version installed, 

this step is not required.

6. Select the installation destination for 

FinePixViewer and ImageMixer VCD for 

FinePix. 

1 Click the [Open] button to open the installation 

destination folder. 

2 Click the [Save] button. 

7. Install QuickTime as directed by the onscreen 

instructions and then restart your 

Macintosh. 

✽ If you have already installed QuickTime version 

5.0.2 or later, this installation is not performed. 

Click [Agree] button in the “License” window. 

If the “Connection Speed” window appears after you restart your 

Macintosh, set the correct speed for your environment of 

connection and then click the [Next] button. 

✽ If you do not know your connection speed, simply click the 

8. After you restart your Macintosh, the 

“FinePixViewer installation completed” 

message appears. Click “Using 

FinePixViewer” to view the basic 

FinePixViewer functions. 

9. To install Acrobat Reader, click “Install 

Acrobat Reader”. ✽ 

✽ You should install Adobe Systems’ Acrobat 

Reader software to read the FinePixViewer User’s 

Guide (PDF). 

If you already have the latest version installed, 

this step is not required. 

10. Proceed with the installation as directed 

by the on-screen instructions. 

■ To install Acrobat Reader later... 

1. Double-click the “FinePix” CD-ROM to 

open the CD-ROM window. 

2. Double-click “FinePixViewer for Mac OS 

8.6-9.x” → “Acrobat Reader” → “English” 

folder. 

3. Double-click “English Reader Installer”. 

4. Proceed with the installation as directed by 

the on-screen instructions. 

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6.4 Installation on a Mac OS X 


Only FinePixViewer is installed on Mac OS X. 

NOTE 

AVI movies cannot be played back on version 10.0.4. 

1. Switch your Macintosh on and start up Mac 

OS X. Do not launch any other applications. 

2. Load the enclosed CD-ROM into the CD- 

ROM drive. The “FinePix” window opens. 

NOTE 

If the “FinePix” window does not open automatically, 

double-click the CD-ROM icon. 

3. Double-click “Installer for MacOS X”. 

4. Click the “ ” icon. 

5. Enter the administrator name and password. 

Then click the [OK] button. 

6. Click the [Continue] button. 

7. Quit any other programs that are running 

and then click the [Continue] button. 

8. Click [Cntinue] button in the “Software 

License Agreement” window. 

9. Select the Mac OS X startup disk as the 

installation destination and click the 

[Continue] button. 

10. Click the [Install (upgrade)] button. 

11. When you have completed the installation, 

click the [Restart] button. 

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7 Camera Connection 

The “Camera Connection” section explains how 

to connect the camera to your computer using 

the special USB cable and describes the 

functions you can use once the camera and 

computer are connected. 

If the power cuts out during data transmission, 

the data will not be transmitted correctly. Always 

use the AC power adapter when connecting the 

camera to a computer. 

The first time you connect the camera 

to your computer by referring Section 6 

You must install all of 

the software before 

connecting the camera 

to your computer. 

CD-ROM 

(Software for FinePix SX) 

■ DSC (Mass storage device) Mode 

■ PC CAM (PC Camera) Mode 

This function allows you to conduct 

videoconferencing sessions between PCs 

connected to the Internet (➡P.91). 

✽Videoconferencing (“PictureHello”) is not 

supported on Macintosh computers. 

✽Connection is only possible with a FUJIFILM camera 

equipped with a “PC Camera” function. 

For more information on using the software, 

refer to “How to use FinePixViewer” in the HELP 

menu which was installed from the CD-ROM. 

7.1 Using the optional AC Power adapter 

Always use a FUJIFILM AC Power Adapter AC-3V 

(➡P.106). 

Use the AC power adapter to avoid losing power 

at inconvenient times, such as when you are 

downloading photographed images to your 

computer. Using the AC power adapter also 

allows you to take pictures and play back images 

without worrying about depleting the batteries. 

✽ See P.111 for notes on using the AC power adapter. 

✽Only connect or disconnect the AC power adapter 

when the camera is switched off. 

Connecting or disconnecting the AC power adapter 

while the camera is switched on temporarily 

interrupts the power supply to the camera, so that 

images or movies being shot at the time are not 

recorded. Failing to switch the camera off first can 

also result in damage to the xD-Picture Card or 

malfunctions during PC connection. 

DC IN 3V 

socket 

AC power adapter ✽ 

✽ Sold separately 

Check that the camera is switched off. Plug the 

AC power adapter connector into the “DC IN 3V” 

socket and then plug the AC power adapter into 

the power outlet. 

✽The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment 

and shall be easily accessible. 

✽The shape of the plug and socket-outlet depends on 

the country of use. 

Connecting the AC power adapter does not 

allow you to charge the Ni-MH batteries. Use the 

optional charger (➡P.106) to charge the Ni-MH 

batteries. 

This mode provides a simple way to read images 

from an xD-Picture Card and store images on to 

an xD-Picture Card (➡P.88). 

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■ Camera Operation 

■ PC Operation 

1. FinePixViewer automatically starts up and 

the PictureHello window opens (Windows 

only). 

2. Check PC operation. The installation 

procedure differs depending on the 

operating system running on your PC. 

✽ This step is not required for subsequent 

connections. 

Windows 98/98 SE/Me 

The “New Hardware Found” wizard appears. The 

wizard will close when the settings are completed. 

No action is required. 

Windows 2000 Professional 

If the “Digital Signature Not Found” dialog box 

appears, click the [Yes] button. 

i When the camera and computer are 

exchanging data, the self timer lamp flashes 

and the viewfinder lamp flashes alternately 

green and orange. 

i The lens is fixed at the wide-angle zoom 

setting. 

i “PC CAM” appears on the screen. 

i Power Save and Auto Power Off are disabled 

during USB connection. 

✽Do not disconnect the USB cable when the camera is 

communicating with the PC. See P.94 for information 

✽ Screen for Windows 98 SE 

If the above operations do not occur, you do not 

have the required software programs or drivers 

installed on your PC. Complete the required PC 

setup procedures. Then reconnect the camera 

to your PC. 

✽ The Windows CD-ROM may also be required 

during installation. In this event, switch CD-ROMs 

as directed by the on-screen instructions. 

Windows XP 

The USB PC Camera Driver is installed automatically. 

When the following screen appears, click the 

[Continue] button. 

3. FinePixViewer starts up automatically and 

the live image is displayed. 

on the disconnection procedure. 

✽If the camera is used as a PC camera, a light source 

such as fluorescent tube stand can be used to 

NOTE 

If the live image does not appear, refer to 

“Troubleshooting” in FinePixViewer User’s Guide (PDF). 7 

illuminate the subject and get a brighter image. 

✽When the camera is connected to a computer as a 

PC camera, the color tones on the LCD monitor may 

change briefly. 

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TIP 

The Exif Launcher installed with the FinePixViewer 

automatically launches FinePixViewer when you 

connect the camera to your PC. 

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7.4 Disconnecting the Camera 

1 

1. Quit all applications (FinePixViewer etc.) 

that are using the camera. 

2. Check that the viewfinder lamp is lit green 

or that the self timer lamp is off (no data is 

being exchanged with the computer). 

For a DSC connection, proceed to step 2 . 

For a PC CAMERA connection, proceed to step 3 . 

✽Even when “Copying” is no longer displayed on the 

computer, the camera and the computer may still be 

exchanging data. Always check that the viewfinder 

lamp is lit green or that the self timer lamp is off. 

2 

Perform the steps shown below before you 

switch the camera off. This procedure 

differs depending on the operating system 

software (or PC) you are using. 

Windows 98/98 SE 

No PC operation is needed. 

Windows Me/2000 Professional/XP 

1. Right-click the removable disk icon in the 

“My Computer” window and select Eject. 

This step is only required in Windows Me. 

2. Left-click the Eject icon in the taskbar and 

eject “USB Disk”. 

3. The menu option shown below appears. 

Click on this option. 

✽ Screen for Windows Me 

4. The “Eject hardware” dialog box appears. 

Click the [OK] button or the close button. 

Macintosh 

Drag the “Removable drive” icon on the desktop 

to the Trash. 

✽When you drag the icon to the Trash, “≠” 

appears on the camera’s LCD monitor. 

(USB) socket 

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✽ Screen for Windows Me 

3 

Camera 

AC power 

adapter ✽ 

✽ Sold separately 

1. Switch the camera off. 

2. Unplug the special USB cable from the 

camera. 

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8 Using FinePixViewer 

8.1 Saving Images on Your Computer and viewing images 

This section gives a brief overview of how to use 

FinePixViewer. Refer to these instructions while you 

are using FinePixViewer. 

1. Connect the camera to your computer in 

DSC mode (➡P.88). 

2. When you open the folders shown below 

in order, the images in the camera are 

displayed in the thumbnail display area. 

Windows 

1 

Mac OS 8.6-9.2 

Mac OS X 

1 

2 

3 

4 

1 

2 

3 

4 

3. Click the [Automatic Taking] button. 

4. Check that the files are downloaded from 

the camera to your computer and that a 

folder with the photography date is 

created. Open the folder as shown below. 

TIP 

To open a folder, click on the plus “ + ” symbol (Windows) 

or arrow “ ” (Macintosh) to the left of the folder. 

1 

2 

3 

Windows 

Mac OS 

OR 

1 

2 

5. Double-click a still-image thumbnail to 

open an image window. 

For more information on using the software, 

refer to “How to use FinePixViewer” in the HELP 

menu which was installed from the CD-ROM. 

Always use the prescribed procedure when 

disconnecting or switching off the camera 

(➡P.94). 

8.2 Making a FinePix CD Album 

For using “ImageMixer VCD for FinePix” to create 

CD albums and video CDs. 

h To create CD-Rs or video CDs, you will need a 

CD-R drive. 

h Refer to the “ImageMixer VCD for FinePix” help 

file for more detailed information. 

h For inquiries regarding “ImageMixer VCD for 

FinePix” 

2 

3 

1 

4 

NOTE 

On Windows XP, the 

removable disk appears 

as “FinePix” (for the 

second and subsequent 

96 connections). 

Copies multiple images 

at once. 

2 

3 

Indicates the folder in which FinePixViewer is 

installed. 

PIXELA User Support Center 

PIXELA Home Page: http://www.ImageMixer.com/ 

North America (Los Angels) Telephone: +1-213-341-0163 

Europe (U.K.) Telephone: +44-1489-564-764 

Asia (Philippines) Telephone: +63-2-438-0090 8 

Japan (Osaka) Telephone: +81-72-224-0181 

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8.3 Using the FinePix Internet Service 

NOTE 

Mac OS X users should refer to P.100. 

Using FinePixViewer also allows you to access the 

FinePix Internet Service via the Internet. 

✽ A working Internet connection is required not only for 

FinePix Internet Service, but also online FAQ 

(FinePixViewer frequently asked and responses) and 

latest updates. 

✽ A FinePix Internet Service fees do not include your 

Internet service provider (ISP) connection fees or any 

phone charges incurred in dialing your ISP’s access 

point. 

8.3.2 User Registration 

■ For Windows and Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 

NOTE 

Your user ID and password are very important. Make 

sure you do not forget them. 

First-time users 

Registered users 

To use the FinePix Internet services, users must 

first register. 

✽ Follow the steps below to register. Users can be 

registered for free. 

1. Launch FinePixViewer. 

2. Click the [Register Now] button. 

✽ If the country or area where you are living does 

not appear in the pull-down list, select “OTHERS”. 

8.3.1 Using FAQ 

3. The “User’s Registration for Internet 

On FinePixViewer,sellct “QuickStart Guide/Online 

Services” dialog box opens. As shown at 

FAQ” from “Help” menu, then click “FinePixViewer 

right, select [Register Here], then select 

Q&A”. You may obtain an answer to your question 

via internet. 

To the user registration 

window 

the country or region where you are living 

and click the [OK] button. 

✽ If you are not already connected to the Internet, 

connect now (A dial-up dialog box may be 

displayed). 

✽ If you have completed the user registration, select 

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The Internet menu is 

updated. 

“Already Registered” (E.g. When you want to reinstall 

FinePixViewer after completing user 

registration). 

4. When the browser starts up, proceed as 8 


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100 

5. Enter the required information in the user 

registration page. 

1 

2 

3 

4 

1 Enter the name of your choice (nickname, etc.). 

2 Enter a password of your choice using letters 

and/or numbers. Then enter the password again 

for confirmation. 

3 Enter your name. 

4 Enter your E-mail address. 

5 Enter the remaining required information. 

✽ After you register, a confirmation E-mail message 

is sent to you. Be sure to enter a valid E-mail 

address at which you can receive the message. 

✽ The actual user registration page may differ 

slightly in appearance from the sample shown 

here. 

6. When you have entered all the required 

information, click the [Registration] button 

at the bottom of the page. 

Once you complete the registration, a confirmation 

E-mail is sent. Wait a few moments until the 

message is sent. 

■ For Mac OS X 

To use the FinePix Internet services, users must 

first register. 

✽ Follow the steps below to register. Users can be 

registered for free. 

1. Double-click the “FinePixViewer” icon in 

the installed folder. 

2. Click the [User’s Registration] button. The 

“Operation Selection” dialog box appears. 

 

3. Select “User’s registration” and click the 

[OK] button. 

✽ If you are not already connected to the Internet, 

connect now. (A dial-up dialog box may be 

displayed.) 

✽ Only select menu acquisition if you have already 

completed the user registration process and you 

have re-installed “FinePixViewer”, etc. 

4. The User’s Registration 

dialog box opens. 

Select the country or 

area where you are 

living and click the 

[OK] button. 

✽ The actual user registration page may differ slightly 

in appearance from the sample shown here. 

✽ If the country or area where you are living does 

not appear in the pull-down list, select “OTHERS”. 

5. When the browser starts up, proceed as 


6. Enter the required information in the user 

registration page. 

1 

2 

3 

4 

1 Enter the name of your choice (nickname, etc.). 

2 Enter a password of your choice using letters 

and/or numbers. Then enter the password again 

for confirmation. 

3 Enter your name. 

4 Enter your E-mail address. 

5 Enter the remaining required information. 

✽ After you register, a confirmation E-mail message 

is sent to you. Be sure to enter a valid E-mail 

address at which you can receive the message. 

✽ The actual user registration page may differ slightly 

in appearance from the sample shown here. 

7. When you have entered all the required 

information, click the [Register] button at 

the bottom of the page. 

Once you complete the registration, a confirmation 

E-mail is sent. Wait a few moments until the 

message is sent. 

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8.4 Mastering FinePixViewer 

For more information on FinePixViewer functions 

not fully explained in this manual, refer to “How to 

Use FinePixViewer” in the Help menu for details. 

■ To read “How to Use FinePixViewer”... 

You must install Adobe Systems’ Acrobat Reader. 

See P.83 for information on installing Acrobat Reader. 

■ What is explained in “How to Use 

FinePixViewer”... 

“How to Use FinePixViewer” covers a range of topics, 

including batch processing and ordering prints. 

■ Example: Looking up slide shows 

1. Click “How to Use FinePixViewer” in the 

FinePixViewer Help menu. 

2. Search for relevant articles by clicking the 

corresponding items in the Help 

“Bookmarks” or “Contents”. Here, click 

“Viewing Slide Shows”. 

Bookmarks 

Contents 

3. The “Viewing Slide Shows” information is 

displayed. Press the “←” key to view the 

previous page or the “→” key to view the 

next page. 

✽ For more information on using Acrobat Reader, 

refer to the Acrobat Reader “Help” menu. 

8.5 Uninstalling the Software 

Only perform this operation when you no longer 

require the installed software or when the software 

was not installed correctly. 

Windows 

1. Switch on your PC. 

2. Disconnect the camera (➡P.94, 95). 

3. Quit all currently running applications. 

4. Close all files. 

5. Open the “My Computer” window, open 

the “Control Panel”, and double-click 

“Add/Remove Programs”. 

6. The “Add/Remove Programs Properties” 

window appears. Select the software to be 

uninstalled (FinePixViewer or the driver) 

and then click the [Add/Remove] button. 

 

 

7. When the confirmation message appears, 

click the [OK] button. Check your selection 

carefully since the process cannot be 

cancelled once you click [OK]. 

8. Automatic uninstallation begins. 

When uninstallation ends, click the [OK] 

button. 

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Macintosh 

NOTE 

Only perform this operation when you no longer require 

the installed software or when the software was not 

installed correctly. 

Mac OS 8.6-9.2 

■ Uninstalling Mass Storage Driver and 

PC Camera Driver 

1. Check that the camera is not connected to 

your Macintosh. 

2. Drag all the files that begin with 

“USB04CB...” to the Trash. 

3. Restart your Macintosh. 

4. Select “Empty Trash” in the “Special” menu. 

■ Uninstalling Exif Launcher, 

FinePixViewer and DP Editor 

1. After you have quit Exif Launcher in “Exif 

Launcher Settings” in the FinePixViewer 

“Settings” menu, move the Exif Launcher 

file from the “Startup Items” folder in the 

System folder to the Trash. Then select 

“Empty Trash” in the “Special” menu. 

2. After you have exited FinePixViewer and 

DP Editor and then drag the installed 

FinePixViewer folder to the Trash. Then 

click “Empty Trash” in the “Special” menu. 

Mac OS X 

■ Uninstalling FinePixViewer 

Quit FinePixViewer and DP Editor. Then drag 

the installed FinePixViewer folder to the Trash 

and select “Empty Trash” in the “Special” 

menu. 

System Expansion Options 

e By using the FinePix A203/FinePix A303 together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your 

system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. 

xD-Picture Card 

Image Memory 

Card Reader 

PC Card Adapter 

FinePix A203/FinePix A303 

Digital Camera 

(USB) 

(PC card slot) 

Digital Photo Printer 

CX-400 

(USB) 

Personal Computer 

(commercially available) 

(USB) 

TV monitor 

(commercially available) 

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Accessories Guide 

e The optional accessories (sold separately) can make taking pictures with the FinePix A203/FinePix A303 

even easier. For information on how to attach and use the accessories, refer to the instructions provided 

with the accessory used. 

Visit the FUJIFILM web site for the latest information on camera accessories. 

http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/index.html 

h xD-Picture Card 

These are separately available xD-Picture Card cards. 

Use the following xD-Picture Card: 

DPC-16 (16MB)/DPC-32 (32MB)/DPC-64 (64MB)/DPC-128 (128MB) 

● AC Power Adapter AC-3V 

Use the AC power adapter when you want to take pictures or play back images 

for long periods or when the camera is connected to a computer. 

✽ The shape of the AC power adapter, the plug and socket outlet depend on the 

country. 

● Fujifilm Rechargeable Battery 2HR-3UF 

The 2HR-3UF includes 2 pieces of high-capacity AA-size Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) 

batteries. 

● Fujifilm Battery charger with Battery BK-NH (With Euro type or UK type plug) 

The BK-NH includes the quick battery charger BCH-NH and 2 Ni-MH batteries. 

The BCH-NH can charge 2 Ni-MH batteries in approximately 120 minutes. 

Up to 4 Ni-MH batteries can be charged simultaneously. 

● SC-FXA01 

This is a special case made of polyester that protects the camera against soil, dust 

and minor impacts when it is being carried. 

h DPC-R1 Image Memory Card Reader 

The DPC-R1 provides a quick and easy way to transfer images back and forth 

between your PC and an image memory card (xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia). 

The DPC-R1 uses the USB interface for high-speed file transfer. 

i Compatible with Windows 98/98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, 

Windows XP or iMac, Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2, Mac OS X (10.1.2 to 10.1.5) and 

models that support USB as standard. 

i Compatible with SmartMedia of 3.3V, 4MB to 128MB. 

h DPC-AD PC Card Adapter 

The PC Card Adapter allows the xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia to be used as 

a PC Card Standard ATA-compliant (PCMCIA 2.1) PC card (Type II). 

i Compatible with SmartMedia of 3.3V, 2MB to 128MB. 

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Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly 

Notes on the Power Supply 

eBe sure to read this information in conjunction with “Safety Notes” (➡P.125), to ensure that you use 

your camera correctly. 

■ Places to Avoid 

card. In this event, remove the xD-Picture Card and wait a 

Applicable Batteries 

h AA-size alkaline, Ni-MH (nickel-metal hydride) can be 

used with this camera. 

h Do not use batteries that are leaking, deformed, 

discolored or exhibit any other obvious abnormality. 

h Do not store batteries in very warm or moist 

locations. 

Do not store or use the camera in the following types of short time before using it again. 

Do not use AA-size manganese, lithium or nickel- h Keep the batteries out of reach of babies and small 

locations: 

h In the rain or in very humid, dirty or dusty places. 

h In direct sunlight or in places subject to extreme 

temperature rises, such as in a closed car in summer. 

h Extremely cold places. 

h Places subject to strong vibration. 

h Places affected by smoke or steam. 

h Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near 

motors, transformers or magnets). 

h In contact with chemicals such as pesticides or next to 

rubber or vinyl products for long periods of time. 

■ Notes on Immersion in Water or Sand 

The FinePix A203/FinePix A303 is particularly adversely 

affected by water and sand. When you are at the beach or 

close to water, ensure that the camera is not exposed to 

water or sand. Take care not to place the camera on a wet 

surface. Water or sand inside the camera can cause faults 

that may be irreparable. 

■ Notes on Condensation 

If the camera is carried suddenly from a cold location into a 

warm place, water droplets (condensation) may form on 

the inside of the camera or on the lens. When this occurs, 

switch the camera off and wait an hour before using the 

108 camera. Condensation may also form on the xD-Picture 

■ When the Camera is Unused for Long Periods 

If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period of 

time, remove the battery and the xD-Picture Card card 

before storing the camera. 

■ Cleaning Your Camera 

h Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens, LCD 

monitor screen or viewfinder, and then wipe lightly with a 

soft, dry cloth. If any soil remains, apply a small amount 

of lens cleaning liquid to a piece of FUJIFILM lens 

cleaning paper and wipe gently. 

h Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD 

monitor screen or viewfinder as these surfaces are easily 

damaged. 

h Clean the body of the camera with a soft, dry cloth. Do 

not use volatile substances such as thinners, benzine or 

insecticide, as these may react with camera body and 

cause deformation or remove the coating. 

■ Using the Camera Overseas 

When travelling overseas, do not place your camera in the 

check-in baggage. Baggage handling at airports may 

subject baggage to violent shocks, and the camera may be 

damaged internally even when no external damage is 

visible. 

cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries in your FinePix A203/ 

FinePix A303 because the heat generated by the 

batteries could damage the camera or cause 

malfunctions. 

h The operating lives of alkaline batteries vary between 

brands and the life of batteries you purchase may be 

shorter than the alkaline batteries provided with the 

camera. 

Notes on the Batteries 

Incorrect use of the batteries could cause them to leak, 

become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the 

precautions given below. 

h Do not heat the batteries or throw them into a fire. 

h Do not carry or store a battery with metal objects 

such as necklaces or hairpins that could come into 

contact with the metal positive + and negative _ 

poles of the battery. 

h Do not expose the batteries to fresh or sea water, 

and take particular care to keep the terminals dry. 

h Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the 

batteries. 

h Do not attempt to peel off or cut the battery casing. 

h Do not drop, strike or otherwise subject the batteries 

to strong impacts. 

children. 

h When loading the batteries into the camera, ensure that 

the battery polarity (+ and _ ) is as indicated on the 

camera. 

h Do not use new batteries together with used 

batteries. In the case of rechargeable batteries, do 

not use charged and discharged batteries together. 

Do not use batteries of different types or brands 

together. 

h If you do not intend to use the camera for a long 

period of time, remove the batteries from the camera. 

(Note that if the camera is left with the batteries 

removed, the time and date settings are cleared.) 

h The batteries may feel warm immediately after being 

used. Before removing the batteries, switch the 

camera off and wait until the batteries cool down. 

h When replacing the batteries, always fit 2 new batteries. 

Here, 'new batteries' refers to either recently purchased 

unused alkaline batteries, or Ni-MH (nickel metal 

hydride) batteries that have recently been fully 

recharged together. 

h In cold locations (at temperatures of +10°C/+50°F or 

below), battery performance deteriorates and the time 

for which they can be used shortens markedly. This is 

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Notes on the Power Supply 

put the batteries in your pocket or a similar place to 

warm them before loading them into the camera. If you 

use a body warmer to warm the batteries, ensure that 

they are not in direct contact with the warmer. 

h Soil (such as fingerprints) on the battery terminals can 

markedly reduce the number of available shots. Carefully 

wipe the battery terminals clean with a soft dry cloth before 

loading the batteries. 

If any liquid at all leaks from the batteries, wipe the 

battery compartment thoroughly and then load new 

batteries. 

If any battery fluid comes into contact with your 

hands or clothing, flush the area thoroughly with 

water. Note that battery fluid can cause loss of 

eyesight if it gets into your eyes. If this occurs, do 

not rub your eyes. Flush the fluid out with clean 

water and contact your physician for treatment. 

■ Disposing of Batteries 

When disposing of batteries, do so in accordance with 

your local waste disposal regulations. 

■ Notes on Small Rechargeable Batteries (Ni- 

MH batteries) 

h Always use the special battery charger to charge AAsize 

Ni-MH batteries. Charge the batteries as 

described in the instructions provided with the battery 

h Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries 

other than those specified for use with the charger. 

h Note that the batteries may feel warm immediately 

after being charged. 

h Ni-MH batteries are not charged at shipment. Be sure 

to charge the batteries before using them. 

h The camera mechanism is such that it draws a 

minute amount of current even when the camera is 

switched off. Take particular care not to leave Ni-MH 

batteries in the camera for a long period of time as 

they can become excessively discharged and may no 

longer be usable even when charged. 

h Ni-MH batteries self-discharge even when not used. 

Always charge Ni-MH batteries before using them. If 

the time for which a battery provides power shortens 

markedly when it has been correctly charged, this 

indicates that the battery has reached the end of its 

effective life and should be replaced. 

h Soil (fingerprints, etc) on the terminals of Ni-MH 

batteries can greatly reduce the number of available 

shots. When this occurs, clean the terminals carefully 

with a soft dry cloth. Then use up the remaining 

charge in the batteries and recharge them. 

h Newly purchased batteries or batteries that have 

been left unused for an extended period may not be 

fully charged (This is indicated by the immediate 

display of the battery low warning or a low number of 

available shots). This is a normal characteristic of the 

batteries and does not indicate a fault. Repeatedly 

will restore them to a normal condition. 

h If you repeatedly charge a Ni-MH battery before it is 

fully discharged, it will suffer from the “memory 

effect” ✽ , causing the battery low warning to appear 

while there is still ample charge remaining in the 

battery. To restore the batteries to their normal 

condition, use up all the charge in the batteries before 

recharging them. 

✽ Memory effect: A phenomenon affecting the battery 

characteristics such that the apparent 

battery capacity decreases. 

AC Power Adapter 

Use only the AC-3V AC Power Adapter with your 

FinePix A203/FinePix A303 Digital Camera. The use of 

other AC power adapters may result in damage to your 

camera. 

h This AC power adapter is designed exclusively for indoor 

use. 

h Plug the connection cord plug securely into the DC input 

terminal of the FUJIFILM Digital camera. 

h Turn off the power switch of the FUJIFILM Digital camera 

before disconnecting the connection cord from the 

FUJIFILM Digital camera’s DC input terminal. To 

disconnect, take hold of the plug and pull it out (do not 

disconnect it by pulling on the cord). 

h Do not use this AC power adapter with any device except 

the specified device. 

touch, but this is normal. 

h Do not disassemble the AC power adapter. Doing so 

could be dangerous. 

h Do not use this device in a place with high temperature 

and high humidity. 

h Do not drop or subject this device to strong shocks. 

h This device may emit a humming noise, but this is 

normal. 

h If used near a radio, this device may cause static, so play 

the radio in a distant place. 

charger. 

h During use, this AC power adapter will become hot to the 

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Notes on the xD-Picture Card 

■Image Memory Card 

children. When storing xD-Picture Cards, ensure that 

could result in damage to the xD-Picture Card. 

hard disk and then edit the copied data. 

h This Image Memory Card is a new image recording they are kept in a location out of the reach of small 

h The use of xD-Picture Cards is recommended with h Do not copy files other than those that will be used by 

media (xD-Picture Card) developed for digital children to prevent a card being accidentally 

the FinePix A203/FinePix A303. 

the camera. 

cameras. The Image Memory Card consists of a 

semiconductor memory (NAND-type flash memory) 

to record digital image data. 

The recording process is electrically performed and 

swallowed. An xD-Picture Card could cause 

suffocation if accidentally swallowed. If a child 

swallows an xD-Picture Card, seek medical advice 

immediately. 

The camera quality cannot be guaranteed when 

cards other than those manufactured by FUJIFILM 

are used. 

h The xD-Picture Card may feel warm when it is 

■Specifications 

Type Image memory card for digital 

cameras (xD-Picture Card) 

enables erasure of existing image data as well as re- h Make sure that the memory card is straight when you 

removed from the camera after extended periods of Memory type NAND-type flash memory 

recording of new image data. 

insert into the camera etc. 

picture taking or image viewing. This is normal and Conditions for use Temperature: 

h When using a new Memory Card, or a Memory Card h The memory card is a precision electronic 

does not indicate a fault. 

0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F) 

that has been initialized by a PC, be sure to initialize 

(format/initialize) the card with your digital camera 

before using it. 

■Protecting Your Data 

h Data may be lost or destroyed in the following 

situations. Please note that FUJIFILM assumes no 

responsibility for data that is lost or destroyed. 

1. Removal of the memory card or turning the power 

off while the memory card is being accessed (i.e., 

during record, erase, initialization, and playback 

operations). 

2. Improper handling and use of the memory card by 

the user or third party. 

h We recommend saving your important data to 

another media (i.e., MO disk, CD-R, hard disk, etc.). 

■Notes on Handling xD-Picture Card 

112 h Keep xD-Picture Cards out of the reach of small 

instrument. Do not apply pressure or shock, and 

avoid bending. 

h Do not use the memory card in a hot, humid, or 

corrosive environment. 

h If the contact area on the card is soiled (dust, 

fingerprints, etc.), wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. 

h Clean the memory card with a soft dry piece of cloth 

when dirty. 

h When you carry or store it, always keep the card in 

the anti-static case provided. Use a storage case if 

available. 

h The memory card can be used reliably for a long 

period of time, but will eventually lose its ability to 

store and play back image data. At this point, replace 

with a new memory card. 

h Never remove the xD-Picture Card or switch the 

camera off during data recording, during data erasing 

(xD-Picture Card formatting) or during frame advance 

when images are being played back. These actions 

h Do not affix labels to the xD-Picture Card. 

This could result in the label peeling off and causing 

a fault when the card is inserted or removed. 

■Notes on Using xD-Picture Cards with a PC 

h If you intend to take photos using an xD-Picture Card 

that has been used on a PC, format the xD-Picture 

Card on your camera. 

h When you format an xD-Picture Card in the camera 

and then shoot and record images, a directory 

(folder) is automatically created. Image data is then 

recorded in this directory. 

h Do not change or delete the directory (folder) names 

or file names on the xD-Picture Card from your PC as 

this will make it impossible to use the xD-Picture 

Card in your camera. 

h Always use the camera to erase image data on an 

xD-Picture Card. 

h To edit image data, copy the image data to the PC’s 

Dimensions 

Humidity: 

80% max. (no condensation) 

25 mm × 2.2 mm × 20 mm 

(0.98 in. × 0.09 in. × 0.79 in.) (W × H × D) 

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Warning Displays e The table below lists the warnings that are displayed on the LCD monitor. 

Warning Displayed Explanation Remedy 

(Lit red) (Blinking red) 

The batteries in the camera are 

fully depleted or very low on 

charge. 

No xD-Picture Card is loaded. 

i The xD-Picture Card is not 

formatted. 

i The xD-Picture Card contact 

area is soiled. 

i Camera fault. 



i The xD-Picture Card is 

damaged. 

i The xD-Picture Card format is 

incorrect. 

i Camera fault. 

The xD-Picture Card is fully 

recorded. 

Replace the batteries or have new batteries 

ready. 

Load a xD-Picture Card. 

i Wipe the contact area on the xD-Picture Card 

with a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to 

format the xD-Picture Card. If the error 

message is still displayed, replace the xD- 

Picture Card. 

i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. 

i Wipe the contact area on the xD-Picture Card 

with a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to 

format the xD-Picture Card. If the error 

message is still displayed, replace the xD- 

Picture Card. 

i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. 

Erase some images or use a xD-Picture Card 

that has ample free space. 

Warning Displayed Explanation Remedy 

i An attempt was made to 

playback a frame not recorded 

on this camera. 



i You attempted to play back a 

movie file that was not 

recorded on this camera. 

The playback frame number has 

reached 999–9999. 

i The data could not be 

recorded due to a xD-Picture 

Card error or a connection 

error between the xD-Picture 

Card and camera. 

i The photographed image 

cannot be recorded because 

the xD-Picture Card is full. 

There is a strong likelihood of 

camera shake because the 

shutter speed is slow. 

i Images cannot be played back. 

i Wipe the contact surface on the xD-Picture 

Card thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. In 

some cases, you may have to format the xD- 

Picture Card. 

i Play back the movie on a computer or on the 

camera on which it was recorded. 

Take the shots using a formatted xD-Picture 

Card. 

i Reload the xD-Picture Card or switch the 

camera off and then on again. 

i Use a new xD-Picture Card. 

Use flash photography. However, a tripod 

should be used for some scenes and modes. 

114 115

Warning Displays 

Warning Displayed Explanation 

Remedy 

A protected frame was 

encountered. 

Outside the AE (Auto-exposure) 

continuous range. 

The AF (Autofocus) cannot work 

effectively. 

Prints were specified for more 

than 1000 frames in the DPOF 

frame settings. 

Protected files cannot be erased. Unprotect the 

image. 

The shot can be taken, but the exposure will 

not be correct. 

i If the image is too dark, take the picture at a 

distance of around 2 m (6.6 ft.) from the 

subject. 

i Use AF lock to take the picture. 

The maximum number of frames for which 

prints can be specified on the same xD-Picture 

Card is 999. 

Camera malfunction or fault. i Switch the camera on again, taking care not 

to touch the lens. 

i Turn the camera off and on again a few 

times. 

Troubleshooting eIf you think the camera is faulty, check the following once more 

Problem Cause Remedy 

No power. i The battery is exhausted. 

i The AC power adapter plug has come out 

of the power outlet. 

Power cuts out during 

operation. 

i Replace the batteries. 

i Plug the adapter back in. 

i The battery is exhausted. i Replace the batteries. 

Battery runs out quickly. i You are using the camera in extremely 

cold conditions. 

No photograph is taken 

when the shutter button 

is pressed. 

i The terminals are soiled. 

i The battery is flat. 

i No xD-Picture Card is loaded. 

i The xD-Picture Card is fully recorded. 

i The xD-Picture Card is not formatted. 

i The xD-Picture Card contact area is soiled. 

i The xD-Picture Card is damaged. 

i The camera has been switched off 

because 2 minutes have elapsed since it 

was last used. 

i The battery is exhausted. 

i Put the battery in your pocket or another 

warm place to heat it and then load it into 

the camera just before you take a picture. 

i Wipe the battery terminals with a clean, 

dry cloth. 

i Purchase new batteries. 

i Load a xD-Picture Card. 

i Insert a new xD-Picture Card or erase 

some unwanted frames. 

i Format the xD-Picture Card. 

i Wipe the xD-Picture Card contact area 

with a clean, dry cloth. 

i Load a new xD-Picture Card. 

i Switch the camera on. 

i Purchase new batteries. 

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Troubleshooting eIf you think the camera is faulty, check the following once more 


Can’t use the flash to 

take pictures. 

The playback image is 

too dark even though 

the flash was used. 

i The flash is set to Suppressed Flash 

mode. 

i You pressed the shutter button while the 

flash was charging. 

i The battery is exhausted. 

i The subject is too far away. 

i Your fingers are obscuring the flash or 

flash control sensor. 

The image is blurred. i The lens is dirty. 

i The photographed subject was too dark. 

There is speckling on 

the image. 

Can’t format the xD- 

Picture Card. 

i The shot was taken with a slow shutter 

speed (long exposure) in a hightemperature 

environment. 

i The xD-Picture Card contact area is 

soiled. 

i Set the flash to Auto, Red-Eye Reduction 

or Forced Flash mode. 

i Wait until charging is completed before 

pressing the shutter button. 

i Replace with new batteries. 

i Move closer to the subject. 

i Hold the camera correctly. 

i Clean the lens. 

i Try standing approx. 2 m (6.6 ft.) from 

your subject to take the picture. 

i This is a characteristic of CCDs and does 

not indicate a camera fault. 

i Wipe the xD-Picture Card contact area 

with a clean dry cloth. 


The ERASE ALL function 

does not erase all the 

frames. 

Frame erase does not 

erase the frame. 

Nothing happens when I 

use the Mode dial. 

When the camera is 

connected to a personal 

computer (PC), the shot 

image appears on the 

camera's LCD monitor. 

The camera no longer 

works correctly. 

i Some frames may be protected. i Unprotect frames using the camera on 

which the protection was first applied. 

i Camera malfunction. 

i The batteries exhausted. 

i The special USB cable is not connected 

correctly to the PC or camera. 

i The PC is not switched on. 

i The camera has suffered an unforeseen 

problem. 

i Briefly remove the batteries or 

disconnect the AC power adapter. Then 

reload the batteries or reconnect the AC 

power adapter and try again. 

i Replace with new batteries. 

i Set up the camera and USB cable 

correctly. 

i Switch the PC on. 

i Remove the batteries briefly and then 

reload the batteries and try again. 

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Specifications (FinePix A203) 

System 

h Model: Digital Camera FinePix A203 

h Number of effective pixels: 2.0 million pixels 

h CCD sensor 

1/2.7-inch square pixel CCD with RGB Filter 

Number of total pixels: 2.11 million pixels 

h Number of recorded pixels 

1600 × 1200 pixels (1.92 million pixels)/ 

1280 × 960 pixels/640 × 480 pixels 

h Storage media 

xD-Picture Card (16MB to 128MB) 

h File format 

Still image: JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2), DPOF-compatible 

Movie: AVI format, Motion JPEG 

✽Design rule for Camera File system Compliant 

h Viewfinder 

Real image optical; Frame coverag: 80% 

h Lens 

Fujinon 3× optical zoom lens 

f=38-114 mm on a 35 mm camera 

h Aperture 

F2.8-F4.8/F7.0-F11.6 (automatically selected) 

h Focus distance 

f=5.7-17.1 mm (equivalent to 38-114 mm on a 35mm camera) 

h Exposure control 

64 zones TTL metering, Program AE 

(exposure compensation available in Manual mode) 

h Sensitivity 

Equivalent to ISO 100 

h White balance 

Auto (7 positions selectable in Manual mode) 

h Focal range 

Normal: Approx. 60 cm/2.0 ft. to infinity 

Macro: Approx. 10 cm-80 cm/3.9 in.-2.6 ft. 

h Shutter speeds 

Variable-speed, 1/2 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (combined with 

mechanical shutter) 

h Flash (Auto flash using flash control sensor) 

Effective range: 

Wide-angle: Approx. 30 cm-3.5 m (1.0 ft. -11.5 ft.) 

Telephoto-angle: Approx. 60 cm-3.0 m (2.0 ft. -9.8 ft.) 

Flash modes: Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Forced Flash, 

Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro 

■ Standard number of available shots/recording time per xD-Picture Card 

Quality Mode 

2M • F 2M • N 1M 0.3M # (Movie) $ (Movie) 

Number of recorded pixels 1600 × 1200 1280 × 960 640 × 480 320 × 240 160 × 120 

Image Data Size 

Approx. 620 KB Approx. 390 KB Approx. 320 KB Approx. 130 KB — 

— 

DPC-16 (16 MB) 

25 39 

49 

122 Approx. 94 sec. Approx. 5 min. 

DPC-32 (32 MB) 

50 79 

99 

247 Approx. 191 sec. Approx. 10.1 min. 

DPC-64 (64 MB) 

101 159 198 

497 Approx. 6.4 min. Approx. 20.2 min. 

h LCD monitor 

1.5-inches, 60,000-pixels TFT 

h Self-Timer 

10 sec. timer clock 

Input/Output Terminals 

h ] (USB) socket 

USB (1) for image data output with a personal computer 

h DC IN 3V (Power input) socket 

Socket for specified AC power adapter (optional) 

Power Supply and Others 

h Power supply 

Use one of the following: 

• 2AA-size alkaline batteries 

• 2AA-size Ni-MH (nickel-metal hydride) batteries (optional) 

• AC Power Adapter AC-3V (optional) 

h No. of available shots using battery (battery life) 

Battery type 

With LCD monitor With LCD monitor 

ON 

OFF 

Alkaline batteries 

Ni-MH batteries 

Approx. 300 frames 

HR-3UF 1700 mAh 

✽ 


Approx. 400 frames ✽ 


(Condition: Power saving mode ON, with fully charged battery (Ni-MH)) 

This indicates the number of available frames shot 

consecutively at room temperature with a flash use rate of 

50%. Note that these figures may vary depending on the 

ambient temperature and the amount of charge in the 

battery. The number of available shots or available 

shooting time will be lower in cold conditions. 

h Conditions for use 

Temperature: 0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F); 80% 

humidity or less (no condensation) 

h Camera dimensions (W/H/D) 

97.0 mm × 63.9 mm × 34.3 mm/3.8 in. × 2.5 in. × 1.4 in. 

(not including accessories and attachments) 

h Camera mass (weight) 

Approx. 145 g/5.1 oz. 

(not including accessories, batteries or xD-Picture Card) 

h Weight for photography 


(including batteries and xD-Picture Card) 

h Accessories 

See P.7 

h Optional Accessories 

See P.106, 107 

✽ These specifications are subject to change without notice. 

FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting 

from errors in this Owner’s Manual. 

✽ The LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufactured 

using advanced high-precision technology. Even so, 

small bright points and anomalous colors (particularly 

around text) may appear on the monitor. These are 

normal display characteristics and do not indicate a fault 

with the monitor. This phenomenon will not appear on 

the recorded image. 

✽ The operation error may be caused in a digital camera 

by the strong radio interference (i. e. electric fields, 

static electricity, line noise, etc.). 

✽ Due to the nature of the lens, the edges of photographed 

images may appear distorted. This is normal and does 

not indicate a fault. 

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Specifications (FinePix A303) 

System 

h Model: Digital Camera FinePix A303 

h Number of effective pixels: 3.24 million pixels 

h CCD sensor 

1/2.7-inch square pixel CCD with RGB Filter 

Number of total pixels: 3.34 million pixels 

h Number of recorded pixels 

2048 × 1536 pixels (3.15 million pixels)/ 

1600 × 1200 pixels/1280 × 960 pixels/640 × 480 pixels 

h Storage media 

xD-Picture Card (16MB to 128MB) 

h File format 

Still image: JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2), DPOF-compatible 

Movie: AVI format, Motion JPEG 

✽Design rule for Camera File system Compliant 

h Viewfinder 

Real image optical; Frame coverag: 80% 

h Lens 

Fujinon 3× optical zoom lens 

f=38-114 mm on a 35 mm camera 

h Aperture 

F2.8-F4.8/F7.0-F11.6 (automatically selected) 

h Focus distance 

f=5.7-17.1 mm (equivalent to 38-114 mm on a 35 mm camera) 

h Exposure control 

64 zones TTL metering, Program AE 

(exposure compensation available in Manual mode) 

h Sensitivity 

Equivalent to ISO 100 

h White balance 

Auto (7 positions selectable in Manual mode) 

h Focal range 

Normal: Approx. 60 cm/2.0 ft. to infinity 

Macro: Approx. 10 cm-80 cm/3.9 in.-2.6 ft. 

h Shutter speeds 

Variable-speed, 1/2 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (combined with 

mechanical shutter) 

h Flash (Auto flash using flash control sensor) 

Effective range: 

Wide-angle: Approx. 30 cm-3.5 m (1.0 ft. -11.5 ft.) 

Telephoto-angle: Approx. 60 cm-3.0 m (2.0 ft. -9.8 ft.) 

Flash modes: Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Forced Flash, 

Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro 

■ Standard number of available shots/recording time per xD-Picture Card 

Quality Mode 

3M • F 3M • N 2M 1M 0.3M # (Movie) $ (Movie) 

Number of recorded pixels 2048 × 1536 1600 × 1200 1280 × 960 640 × 480 320 × 240 160 × 120 

Image Data Size 

Approx. 1300 KB Approx. 590 KB Approx. 390 KB Approx. 320 KB Approx. 130 KB — — 

DPC-16 (16 MB) 

12 26 39 49 122 Approx. 94 sec. Approx. 5 min. 

DPC-32 (32 MB) 

25 53 79 99 247 Approx. 191 sec. Approx. 10.1 min. 

DPC-64 (64 MB) 

50 107 159 198 497 Approx. 6.4 min. Approx. 20.2 min. 

h LCD monitor 

1.5-inches, 60,000-pixels TFT 

h Self-Timer 

10 sec. timer clock 

Input/Output Terminals 

h ] (USB) socket 

USB (1) for image data output with a personal computer 

h DC IN 3V (Power input) socket 

Socket for specified AC power adapter (optional) 

Power Supply and Others 

h Power supply 

Use one of the following: 

• 2AA-size alkaline batteries 

• 2AA-size Ni-MH (nickel-metal hydride) batteries (optional) 

• AC Power Adapter AC-3V (optional) 

h No. of available shots using battery (battery life) 

Battery type 

With LCD monitor With LCD monitor 

ON 

OFF 

Alkaline batteries 

Ni-MH batteries 


HR-3UF 1700 mAh 

✽ 


Approx. 300 frames ✽ 


(Condition: Power saving mode ON, with fully charged battery (Ni-MH)) 

This indicates the number of available frames shot 

consecutively at room temperature with a flash use rate of 

50%. Note that these figures may vary depending on the 

ambient temperature and the amount of charge in the 

battery. The number of available shots or available 

shooting time will be lower in cold conditions. 

h Conditions for use 

Temperature: 0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F); 80% 

humidity or less (no condensation) 

h Camera dimensions (W/H/D) 

97.0 mm × 63.9 mm × 34.3 mm/3.8 in. × 2.5 in. × 1.4 in. 

(not including accessories and attachments) 

h Camera mass (weight) 


(not including accessories, batteries or xD-Picture Card) 

h Weight for photography 


(including batteries and xD-Picture Card) 

h Accessories 

See P.7 

h Optional Accessories 

See P.106, 107 

✽ These specifications are subject to change without notice. 

FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting 

from errors in this Owner’s Manual. 

✽ The LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufactured 

using advanced high-precision technology. Even so, 

small bright points and anomalous colors (particularly 

around text) may appear on the monitor. These are 

normal display characteristics and do not indicate a fault 

with the monitor. This phenomenon will not appear on 

the recorded image. 

✽ The operation error may be caused in a digital camera 

by the strong radio interference (i. e. electric fields, 

static electricity, line noise, etc.). 

✽ Due to the nature of the lens, the edges of photographed 

images may appear distorted. This is normal and does 

not indicate a fault. 

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Explanation of Terms 

Safety Notes 

DPOF: Digital Print Order Format 

h To ensure that you use your FinePix A203/FinePix A303 

DPOF is a format used for recording information on a storage media (image memory card, etc.) that allows 

camera correctly, read these Safety Notes and your 

WARNING 

you to specify which of the frames shot using a digital camera are printed and how many prints are made of 

Owner’s Manual carefully beforehand. 

When a fault arises, switch the camera 

each image. 

h After reading these Safety Notes, store them in a safe 

off and then remove the batteries and 

EV: 

place. 

disconnect the AC power adapter. 

A number that denotes exposure. The EV is determined by the brightness of the subject and sensitivity (speed) of 

About the Icons 

Continued use of the camera when it is 

the film or CCD. The number is larger for bright subjects and smaller for dark subjects. As the brightness of the 

emitting smoke, is emitting any unusual 

subject changes, a digital camera maintains the amount of light hitting the CCD at a constant level by adjusting 

The icons shown below are used in this document to 

Unplug from 

indicate the severity of the injury or damage that can result odor, or is in any other abnormal state can power socket. 

the aperture and shutter speed. When the amount of light striking the CCD doubles, the EV increases by 1. 

if the information indicated by the icon is ignored and the cause a fire or electric shock. 

Likewise, when the light is halved, the EV decreases by 1. 

product is used incorrectly as a result. 

h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. 

JPEG: Joint Photographics Experts Group 

A file format used for compressing and saving color images. The compression ratio can be selected, but the higher the 

This icon indicates that death or Do not allow water or foreign objects to 

compression ratio, the poorer the quality of the expanded image. 

enter the camera. 

WARNING serious injury can result if the 

information is ignored. 

If water or foreign objects get inside the 

Motion JPEG: 

camera, switch the camera off, remove the 

A type of AVI (Audio Video Interleave) file format that handles images and sound as a single file. Images in 

This icon indicates that personal battery and disconnect and unplug the AC 

the file are recorded in JPEG format. Motion JPEG can be played back by QuickTime 3.0 or later. 

CAUTION injury or material damage can power adapter. 

PC Card: 

result if the information is ignored. Continued use of the camera can cause a 

A generic term for cards that meet the PC Card Standard. 

fire or electric shock. 

The icons shown below are used to indicate the nature of 

PC Card Standard 

h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. 

the information which is to be observed. 

A standard for PC cards determined by the PCMCIA. 

Triangular icons notify the user of information Do not place the camera on an unstable 

PCMCIA: 

requiring attention (“Important”). 

surface. 

Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (US). 

This can cause the camera to fall or tip over 

Circular icons with a diagonal bar notify the user 

White Balance: 

and cause injury. 

that the action indicated is prohibited 

Whatever the kind of the light, the human eye adapts to it so that a white object still looks white. On the other 

(“Prohibited”). 

Do not use the camera in the bathroom 

hand, devices such as digital cameras see a white subject as white by first adjusting the color balance to suit 

Filled circles with an exclamation mark notify the or shower. 

the color of the ambient light around the subject. This adjustment is called matching the white balance. A 

user of an action that must be performed This can cause a fire or electric shock. 

function that automatically matches the white balance is called an Automatic White Balance function. 

Do not use in the 

124 (“Required”). 

bathroom or shower. 125

Safety Notes 

WARNING 

Never attempt to modify or disassemble 

the camera. (Never open the casing.) 

Do not use the camera when it has been 

dropped or the casing is damaged. 

This can cause a fire or electric shock. 

● Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. 

Never attempt to take pictures while in 

motion. 

Do not use the camera while you are 

walking or operating a moving car or other 

vehicle. 

This can result in you falling down or being 

involved in a traffic accident. 

Do not heat, modify or attempt to 

disassemble the batteries. 

Do not drop or subject the batteries to 

impacts. 

Do not attempt to recharge lithium or 

alkaline batteries. 

Do not store the batteries with metallic 

products. 

Any of these actions can cause the 

batteries to burst or leak and cause fire or 

injury as a result. 

Do not 

disassemble. 

WARNING 

Do not touch any metal parts of the 

camera during a thunderstorm. 

This can cause an electric shock due to 

induced current from the lightning discharge. 

Do not use the batteries except as 

specified. 

Load the batteries with the poles positioned 

as indicated by the + and _ marks. 

Use only the batteries or AC power 

adapter specified for use with this 

camera. 

The use of other power sources can cause a fire. 

If the battery leaks and fluid gets into 

your eyes or comes into contact with 

your skin or clothing, this can cause 

injury or loss of eyesight. Immediately 

flush the affected area thoroughly with 

clean water and seek medical treatment. 

When discarding or storing batteries, 

cover the battery terminals with 

insulation tape. 

h Contact with other metallic objects or 

batteries could cause the batteries to 

ignite or burst. 

WARNING 

Keep xD-Picture Cards out of the 

reach of small children. 

Because xD-Picture Cards are small, they 

can be accidentally swallowed by small 

children. Be sure to store xD-Picture Cards 

out of the reach of small children. If a child 

accidentally swallows an xD-Picture Card, 

seek medical advice immediately 

CAUTION 

Keep out of the reach of small children. 

This product could cause injury in the hands 

of a child. 

Do not use this camera in locations 

severely affected by oil fumes, steam, 

humidity or dust. 

This can cause a fire or electric shock. 

Do not leave this camera in places 

subject to extremely high temperatures. 

Do not leave the camera in locations such 

as a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight. 

This can cause a fire. 

Do not place heavy objects on the 

camera. 

This can cause the heavy object to tip over 

or fall and cause injury. 

Do not move the camera while the AC 

power adapter is still connected. 

This can damage the power cord or cables 

and cause a fire or electric shock. 

126 127

Safety Notes 

CAUTION 

Do not cover or wrap the camera or the 

AC power adapter in a cloth or quilt. 

This can cause heat to build up and distort 

the casing or cause a fire. 

Remove the batteries and disconnect 

the AC power adapter when you are 

cleaning the camera or if you intend to 

leave the camera unused for a long 

period. 

Failure to do so can cause a fire or electric 

shock. 

Using a flash too close to a person’s 

eyes may temporarily affect the eyesight. 

Take particular care when photographing 

infants and young children. 

When an xD-Picture Card is removed, 

the card may fly completely out of the 

slot. Use your finger to stop the card 

from flying out before removing the 

card. 

If an xD-Picture Card is allowed to fly out, it 

could hit someone and cause injury. 

CAUTION 

Request regular internal testing and 

cleaning for your camera. 

Build-up of dust in your camera can cause 

a fire or electric shock. 

h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to request 

internal cleaning every 2 years. 

EC Declaration of Conformity 

We 

Name : Fuji Photo Film (Europe) G.m.b.H. 

Address : Heesenstrasse 31 

40549 Dusseldorf, Germany 

declare that the product 

Product Name : FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix A203/FinePix A303 

Manufacture’s Name : Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. 

Manufacture’s Address : 26-30, Nishiazabu 2-chome, Minato-ku, 

Tokyo 106-8620, Japan 

is in conformity with the following Standards 

Safety : EN60950 

EMC : EN55022 : 1998 Classe B 

EN55024 : 1998 

EN61000-3-2 : 1995 + A1:1998 + A2:1998 

following the provision of the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC and 

93/68/EEC) and Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC). 

Dusseldorf, Germany September 1, 2002 

Place Date Signature/Managing Director 

Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet 

128 

weggooien maar inleveren als KCA 

129

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(c) to make one backup copy of Software. 

3. Restrictions. 

3.1 You shall not distribute, rent, lease or otherwise transfer all or any part of 

Software, Media or Documentation to any third party without FUJIFILM’s prior 

written consent. You also shall not sublicense, assign or otherwise transfer all 

or any part of the rights granted to you by FUJIFILM under this Agreement 

without FUJIFILM’s prior written consent. 

3.2 Except as expressly granted by FUJIFILM hereunder, you shall not copy or 

reproduce all or any part of Software or Documentation. 

3.3 You shall not modify, adapt or translate Software or Documentation. You also 

shall not alter or remove copyright and other proprietary notices that appear on 

or in Software or Documentation. 

3.4 You shall not, or shall not have any third party, reverse-engineer, decompile, 

4. Ownership. 

All copyrights and other proprietary rights to Software and Documentation are 

owned and retained by FUJIFILM or the third party suppliers as indicated on or in 

Software or Documentation. Nothing contained herein shall be construed, 

expressly or implicitly, as transferring or granting any right, license, or title to you 

other than those explicitly granted under this Agreement. 

5. Limited Warranty. 

FUJIFILM warrants to you that Media is free from any defect in material and 

workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of your receipt of 

Media. Should Media not meet the foregoing warranty, FUJIFILM shall replace 

such defective Media with other Media bearing no defect. FUJIFILM’s entire liability 

and your sole and exclusive remedy with regard to any defect in Media shall be 

expressly limited to such FUJIFILM’s replacement of Media as provided herein 

6. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY. 

EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 5 HEREIN, FUJIFILM PROVIDES 

PRODUCT “AS IS” AND WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR 

IMPLIED. FUJIFILM SHALL MAKE NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR 

STATUTORY, AS TO ANY OTHER MATTERS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED 

TO NON-INFRINGEMENT OF ANY COPYRIGHT, PATENT, TRADE SECRET, 

OR ANY OTHER PROPRIETARY RIGHTS OF ANY THIRD PARTY, 

MARCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. 

IN NO EVENT SHALL FUJIFILM HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY GENERAL, 

SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR OTHER 

DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS OR LOST SAVINGS) 

INCURRED FROM THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE PRODUCT EVEN IF 

FUJIFILM HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. 

8. No export. 

You acknowledge that neither Software nor any part thereof, will be transferred, or 

exported to any country or used in any manner in violation of any export control 

laws and regulations to which Software is subject. 

9. Termination. 

In case you breach any of the terms and conditions hereof, FUJIFILM may 

immediately terminate this Agreement without any notice. 

10. Term. 

This Agreement is effective until the date when you cease to use 

Software, unless earlier terminated in accordance with Section 9 hereof. 

11. Obligation upon termination. 

Upon termination or expiration of this Agreement, you shall, at your own 

responsibility and expense, delete or destroy immediately all Software 

(including its copies), Media and Documentation. 

12. Governing Law. 

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with 

laws of Japan. 

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