OWNER’S MANUALThis manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 correctly.Please follow the instructions c
10About this ManualZ Icons next to the title display indicate the modes that are available.Z 4-direction (nopq) buttonUp, down, left, and right are in
100Power Supply and BatteriesUsing the AA-size Ni-MH batteries correctly• As a power source in digital cameras, AA-size Ni-MH batteries (referred to h
101AppendicesDischarging rechargeable batteriesThe Discharging rechargeable batteries function can only be used with Ni-MH batteries.The Discharging r
102Power Supply and BatteriesTo discharge rechargeable batteries:APress w for about 1 second to turn the camera on.BPress MENU/OK to display the menu
103AppendicesNotes on the xD-Picture Card™ and the Internal MemoryZ Image Memory Card• This Image Memory Card is a new image recording media (xD-Pictu
104Notes on the xD-Picture Card™ and the Internal Memory•The xD-Picture Card may feel warm when it is removed from the camera after taking pictures. T
105AppendicesWarning DisplaysThe table below lists the warnings that are displayed on the LCD monitor.Warning Displayed Explanation RemedyC (Lit red)V
106Warning DisplaysCARD FULL\ MEMORY FULLY MEMORY FULLThe internal memory or xD-Picture Card is full. Erase some images in internal memory or xD-Pictu
107Appendices\ NO IMAGEY NO IMAGEAn attempt was made to transfer images from the xD-Picture card or internal memory that memory was empty.It is imposs
108Warning DisplaysCANNOT BE PRINTEDDisplayed for PictBridge. • Refer to the user manual for the printer being used and check whether the printer supp
109TroubleshootingTroubleshootingZ Getting readyZ Setting menu etc.Matters Problems Possible causes Solutions PageBatteries and power supplyNothing ha
11Accessories Included• AA-size Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (2)•Strap (1)• Video cable (1)2.5 mm dia. plug-to-pin plug cable• USB cable (mini-B) (1)• CD-
110TroubleshootingZ ShootingMatters Problems Possible causes Solutions PageBasic operationsNo photograph is taken when pressing the shutter button.The
111TroubleshootingZ ShootingMatters Problems Possible causes Solutions PageFlashCannot use the flash.The shutter button was pressed while the flash wa
112TroubleshootingZ Playing backZ ConnectingMatters Problems Possible causes Solutions PageErasingErasing FRAME does not erase the frame.Some frames m
113TroubleshootingZ OthersConnecting to PCPC does not recognize the camera.The USB cable (mini-B) is not correctly connected to the PC or camera.Set u
114SpecificationsSystemModel Digital camera FinePix A400 / FinePix A500Effective pixels 4.1 million pixels (FinePix A400) / 5.1 million pixels (FinePi
115Exposure compensation –2 EV to +2 EV in 1/3 EV-step increments (s)Shutter speed 2 sec. to 1/1500 sec. (depend on Exposure mode)Focus Mode: Auto foc
116SpecificationsInput/Output TerminalVIDEO OUT (Visual output) NTSC/PAL-typeDigital input/output USBDC input socket AC Power Adapter AC-3VX (sold sep
117Z Standard number of available frames/recording time per xD-Picture Card and internal memory (FinePix A400)The number of available frames, recordin
118SpecificationsZ Standard number of available frames/recording time per xD-Picture Card and internal memory (FinePix A500)The number of available fr
119If you shoot using the xD-Picture Cards with model numbers containing “M” such as DPC- M1GB, movie recording time may be reduced if you repeatedly
12Camera Parts and Features*Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera parts or features.MENU /OKDISP /BACKShutter buttonSe
120Explanation of TermsDeactivated batteriesLeaving an Ni-MH battery unused in storage for a long period may cause a rise in the level of substances t
121FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide NetworkIf you have technical questions or if you need repair service, ask the following local distributor.Please
122FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide NetworkEcuadorImportaciones Espacri Cia. Ltda.Technical support &Repair serviceSimón Bolivar 5-69 y Hno. Migu
123CyprusPMS IMAGING LTDTechnical support &Repair service11, Dighenis Akritas Avenue, P.O.BOX 22315, 1586 NicosiaTEL 35722746746 FAX 35722438209
124FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide NetworkLithuaniaFujifilm LithuaniaTechnical support &Repair serviceGerosios Vilties str. 38, LT-03143 Vilnius
125SpainFujifilm España S.A.Technical supportAragón 180, 08011 Barcelona (España)TEL 902012535 FAX 934515900 / 933230330 [email protected] serv
126FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide NetworkSaudi ArabiaEmam Distribution Co. Ltd.Technical supportP.O. Box 1716, Jeddah 21441, Saudi ArabiaTEL 966269
127ASIAHong KongFuji Photo Products Co., Ltd.Technical support &Repair service8/F.,TSUEN WAN IND. CENTRE, 220 TEXACO RD., TSUEN WAN, HONG KONGTEL
128Safety Notes• Make sure that you use your FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 camera correctly. Read these Safety Notes and your Owner’s Manual carefully b
129Do not change, heat or unduly twist or pull the connection cord and do not place heavy objects on the connection cord.These actions could damage th
13Example of LCD Monitor Text Display* FinePix A500Z Photography modeZ Playback modeFinePix A400 / FinePix A500 has internal memory that can store ima
130Safety NotesWhen discarding or storing batteries, cover the battery terminals with insulation tape.Contact with other metallic objects or batteries
131When you are cleaning the camera or you do not plan to use the camera for an extended period, remove the batteries and disconnect and unplug the AC
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14Attaching the StrapAttaching the strapAttach the strap as shown in 1 and 2.When attaching the strap, move the fastener to adjust the length and slig
15Getting ReadyLoading the BatteriesCompatible batteriesAA-size alkaline batteries (2) or AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (2) (sold separately)1
16Loading the Batteries2 Load the batteries correctly as indicated by the polarity icons.3 Close the battery cover.Match the polarity icons (+ and ,)
17Getting ReadyChecking the battery chargeTurn the camera on and check the battery charge.AThere is ample battery charge. (Not displayed)BThere is ins
18Loading the xD-Picture Card1 Open the battery cover.2 Insert an xD-Picture Card.3 Close the battery cover.Although you can store pictures in the cam
19Getting ReadyWhen an xD-Picture Card (sold separately) is inserted[Record images]: Record images to an xD-Picture Card.[Playback images]: Playback i
2WarningFor customers in the U.S.A.Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USEFCC StatementThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC
20Loading the xD-Picture CardThe table below shows the standard number of available frames for internal memory or a new xD-Picture Card formatted on t
21Getting ReadyTurning On and OffTurning the camera on in Photography modeTurning the camera on in Playback modeChanges between Photography mode and P
22Setting the Date and Time1 “DATE/TIME NOT SET” message appears when turning the camera on.2 Set the date and time.When using the camera for the firs
23Getting Ready3 Change the date format.Date formatYYYY.MM.DD: 2006.1.24MM/DD/YYYY: 1/24/2006DD.MM.YYYY: 24.1.2006SET CANCELDATE/TIME MM/DD/YYYY 1
24Correcting the Date and Time1 Display the SET-UP menu. 2 Display the DATE/TIME screen.APress MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor.BPress p
25Getting ReadySelecting the Language1 Display the SET-UP menu. 2 Select the language.APress MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor.BPress p o
26Taking Pictures (a AUTO Mode)1 Turn the camera on.Press POWER down fully to turn the camera on.This section describes the basic operations.POWERHold
27Using the CameraContinued2 Check the composition on the LCD monitor.To adjust zoom scale using the Zoom switch:3 Focus on the main subject in the AF
28Taking Pictures (a AUTO Mode)4 Press the shutter button fully.When taking a picture using the flash, the image may disappear and go dark briefly due
29Using the CameraZ Using viewfinderWhen using the viewfinder to take pictures, press DISP/BACK to turn the LCD monitor off. Turning the LCD monitor o
3ImportantNOTICEBEFORE OPENING THE CD-ROM PROVIDED BY FUJI PHOTO FILM CO., LTD., PLEASE READ THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. ONLY IF YOU AG
30Taking Pictures (a AUTO Mode)Taking pictures with the focus and exposure lockedIn the above composition, the subjects (two people in this case) are
31Using the Camera3 Continue to hold the shutter button down halfway. Move the camera back to the original image and press the shutter button fully.•
32Taking Pictures (a AUTO Mode)Adjusting the shot compositionPosition the main subject at the intersection of two lines in this frame or align one of
33Using the CameraViewing the ImagesSetting the camera to Playback modeWhen the camera is off, press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Pla
34Viewing the ImagesSingle-frame playback1 Zoom in / Zoom out.To zoom in an image during single-frame playback:Press DISP/BACK to cancel playback zoom
35Using the CameraPress DISP/BACK to return to the zoom setting.Z Zoom scales (FinePix A400)Z Zoom scales (FinePix A500)Multi-frame playbackMulti-fram
36o Erasing the ImagesSetting the camera tow Playback mode (➝p.33)Selecting FRAME or ALL FRAMESUse this mode to erase unnecessary images to have ample
37Using the CameraErasing all frames (ALL FRAMES)Press MENU/OK to erase all the frames (files).TAKE A WHILEALL FRAMES100-0001YES CANCELERASE ALL OK?
38Using the Photography Functions — Procedure of Setting1 Select the Photography mode.Set the Photography mode from the menu.The available functions a
39Advanced Features — PhotographyZ Specifying functions using Photography menu (MENU/OK button)y QUALITYUse to specify required image size (➝p.47).* S
4EC Declaration of ConformityWeName: Fuji Photo Film (Europe) G.m.b.H.Address: Heesenstrasse 3140549 Dusseldorf, Germanydeclare that the productProduc
40Setting the Shooting ModeThis is the easiest mode for providing crisp and clear shots.Use this mode for ordinary photography.Camera specifies “EXP.
41Advanced Features — PhotographyUse this mode for shooting scenery in daylight and provides crisp, clear shots of scenery such as buildings and mount
42e Macro (Close-up)Available Photography modes:a and s (➝p.40)Use this mode to take close-up shots.N 12e appears on the LCD monitor indicating that y
43Advanced Features — Photographyd Setting the FlashAvailable Photography modes:a, H, ., 8, s (➝p.40)Use this mode for ordinary photography.This mode
44d Setting the FlashC Suppressed flashThis mode is suitable for situations where the flash cannot be used.Use a tripod to prevent camera shake when s
45Advanced Features — PhotographyPhotography Menu OperationSetting the menusUse the Photography menu to adjust image quality. You can take pictures in
46Photography Menu OperationList of photography menu optionsPageMenu Functions SettingsFactory default1qSHOOTING MODE (➝p.40)Use this setting to provi
47Advanced Features — PhotographySelecting quality setting(y QUALITY)Available Photography modes: a, H, ,, ., 8, s (➝p.40)Use this menu to specify the
48Photography Menu OperationZ Quality settings in Photography mode(FinePix A500)Quality mode Sample uses÷ F (2592 × 1944)÷ N (2592 × 1944)Printing at
49Advanced Features — PhotographyTaking pictures using self-timer(* SELF-TIMER)Available Photography modes: a, H, ,, ., 8, s (➝p.40)Use this menu in s
5Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in Private HouseholdsDisposal of used Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European
50Photography Menu Operation2 Taking pictures in selected time8A countdown appears on the LCD monitor indicating the time remaining until the picture
51Advanced Features — PhotographySpecifying sensitivity setting (S ISO)Available Photography modes: a, H, ,, ., 8, s (➝p.40)Use this menu to specify r
52Photography Menu OperationAdjusting exposure compensation (S EXP. COMPENSATION)Available Photography mode: s (➝ p.40)Use this menu for shots to get
53Advanced Features — PhotographyAdjusting color balance (T WB)Available Photography mode: s (➝ p.40)Adjust the color balance based on white to suit t
54u How to Specify Print Options (DPOF)DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format and refers to a format that is used for recording printing specifica
55Advanced Features — Playbacku DPOF Set FrameUsing w Playback mode (➝p.33)Selecting WITH DATE, E appears on the LCD monitor and the date will be impr
56u DPOF Set FrameCanceling DPOF setting A Press MENU/OK to display the Playback menu on the LCD monitor.B Select u DPOF in the menu.C Press n or o to
57Advanced Features — PlaybackTo cancel all DPOF settings:Select RESET ALL in the Playback menu (➝p.55). DPOF ALL RESETPress MENU/OK.u appears on the
58i Protecting ImagesUsing w Playback mode (➝p.33)To protect or unprotect only the selected frame (file):Use this mode to prevent frames (files) from
59Advanced Features — PlaybackSET ALLPress MENU/OK to protect all the frames (files).RESET ALLPress MENU/OK to unprotect all the frames (files).SET AL
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60g Automatic PlaybackUsing w Playback mode (➝p.33)Use this mode to play back photographed images continuously. You can select playback interval and t
61Advanced Features — PlaybackV Exchanging DataUsing w Playback mode (➝p.33)Selecting COPYIt is possible to transfer saved images between the internal
62V Exchanging DataExchanging one frame at a time (FRAME)APress n or o to select FRAME.BPress MENU/OK.CPress p or q to select the copying flame (file)
63Advanced Features — PlaybackY TrimmingUsing w Playback mode (➝p.33)1 Select the menu. 2 Specify trimming part of image.Press DISP/BACK to return to
64Y Trimming3 Record the image.Check the saved image size and press MENU/OK.The trimmed image is added as a separate file in the final frame.TRIMMINGR
65Advanced Features — Movier Recording Movies1 Set the camera to r Movie mode.Z Zooming the imageYou must zoom beforehand as you cannot zoom during re
66r Recording Movies2 Record movies.Press the shutter button down fully to start recording.During recording, lREC and a counter that shows the remaini
67Advanced Features — Movie Changing movie sizeZ Quality settings in Movie mode$ (320 × 240 pixels): For better quality# (160 × 120 pixels): To record
68w Playing Back MoviesUsing w Playback mode (➝p.33)Z Playing back moviesAPress p or q to select the movie file. r appears on the LCD monitor.BPress o
69SettingsAdjusting LCD Monitor BrightnessAPress MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor.BPress p or q to select U OPTION.CPress n or o to sele
7Advanced Features — Movier Recording Movies... 65 Changing movie size... 67w Pl
70U SET-UPUsing the SET-UP menu1 Display the SET-UP menu.2 Change the setting.APress MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor.BPress p or q to s
71SettingsSET-UP menu optionSetting Display Factory default Explanation Page1IMAGE DISP. ON/OFF ONSpecifies whether an image checking screen (photogra
72U SET-UP3DATE/TIME SET – Corrects the date or time. 24TIME DIFFERENCE SET – Specifies the time difference settings. 76ENGLISHSpecifies the language
73SettingsUse this function to specify whether frame numbers are assigned consecutively from previous numbers or begin again.FRAME NO.*Formatted xD-Pi
74U SET-UPUse this function to shoot enlarged images than maximum optical zoom scale.Zoom bar displayDIGITAL ZOOMN 12Zoom barDigital zoom OFF Digital
75SettingsWhen this function is active and the camera remains unused for 2 or 5 minutes, it turns camera off.Use this function when you want to get th
76U SET-UPUse this function when traveling to destinations in different time zones. This function sets a time difference relative to the date and time
77Settings3 Set time difference.APress p or q to select +/–, hour, and minute.BPress n or o to change the setting.CAlways press MENU/OK after the sett
78Connecting to a TVWhen connecting to a TV, images can be displayed on wider screen. Using Automatic playback function (➝p.60) together, you can have
79Camera ConnectionConnecting Camera Directly to Printer — PictBridge FunctionBefore connecting to a printerWhen a printer that supports PictBridge is
8PrefaceZ Test Shots Prior to PhotographyFor important photographs (such as weddings and overseas trips), always take a test shot and view the image t
80Connecting Camera Directly to Printer — PictBridge FunctionConnecting to a printerAConnect the camera to your printer using the USB cable (mini-B).B
81Camera ConnectionSpecifying images for printing without DPOF (PRINT WITH DATE / PRINT WITHOUT DATE)APress p or q to display the frame (file) for spe
82Connecting Camera Directly to Printer — PictBridge FunctionPrinting with DPOF setting (u PRINT DPOF)APress DISP/BACK to display the menu on the LCD
83Camera ConnectionPress DISP/BACK to cancel the printing.Depending on the printer, the printing may not be canceled immediately or printing may stop
84Installation on a Windows PCTo run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your system before you begin the in
85Software InstallationZ Recommended systemOperating System Windows XPCPU 2 GHz Pentium 4 or better recommendedRAM 512 MB or better recommendedHard di
86Installation on a Windows PCDo not connect the camera to your PC until the software installation is completed.1 Install FinePixViewer as instructed
87Software InstallationInstallation on a Mac OS XZ Hardware and software requirementsTo run this software, you must have the hardware and software des
88Installation on a Mac OS X1 Turn your Macintosh on and start up Mac OS X. Do not launch any other applications.2 When the bundled CD-ROM is loaded i
89Software Installation9 The “FinePixViewer installation completed” message dialog appears. Then click exit button and close it.10Launch “Image Captur
9Z Trademark Information• and xD-Picture Card™ are trademarks of Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd.• IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International Busi
90Connecting to a PCBy connecting the camera to a PC, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. Using “FinePixViewer” performs images
91Software InstallationISet a PCWindows 98 / 98 SE / Me / 2000 Professional / Macintosh• FinePixViewer automatically starts up and the Save Image Wiza
92Connecting to a PCWindows XPAThe “Found New Hardware” help message appears in the bottom-right corner of your screen. This message will close when t
93Software InstallationWhen the “It is now safe to disconnect the camera” message appears, click the [OK] button and disconnect the camera.MacintoshOn
94Connecting to a PCOnly perform this operation when you no longer require the installed software or when the software was not installed correctly.Win
95AppendicesSystem Expansion OptionBy using FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system can be expanded to
96Accessories GuideVisit the FUJIFILM web site for the latest information on camera accessories.http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/index.html•
97Appendices• Image Memory Card Reader DPC-R1The DPC-R1 provides a quick and easy way to transfer images back and forth between your PC and an image m
98Using Your Camera CorrectlyZ Places to AvoidDo not store or use the camera in the following types of locations:• In the rain or in very humid, dirty
99AppendicesPower Supply and BatteriesApplicable Batteries• In the camera, use AA-size alkaline or Ni-MH (nickel-metal hydride) rechargeable batteries
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