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Casio QV-300
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Liquid Crystal Digital Camera
QV-300
Owner's Manual
If you need help
with your camera,
please call:
1(800)435-7732
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Introduction
Congratulations upon your selection of the QV-300 Liquid Crystal
Digital Camera. The QV-300 comes with its own built-in liquid crystal
color monitor that let’s you instantly view the pictures you take.
To get the most out of the QV-300, be sure to carefully read this
manual and follow the instructions contained in it.
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Contents
Precautions .......................................................... 5
Unpacking............................................................. 9
General Guide .................................................... 10
Top and Display .................................................................. 10
Lens .................................................................................... 10
Bottom ................................................................................ 11
Terminals ............................................................................ 11
Power Supply ..................................................... 13
To load batteries ................................................................. 13
Using AC Power ................................................................. 17
Recording Images .............................................. 19
To record an image............................................................. 19
How to avoid hand movement… ......................................... 21
Fluorescent Lighting ........................................................... 21
Infrared Light ....................................................................... 22
Shooting Images Outdoors ................................................. 22
Changing the Lens Orientation ........................................... 22
NORMAL/MACRO Switch .................................................. 24
Switching Between Lenses ................................................. 24
Resolution Modes ............................................................... 25
Exposure Adjustment .......................................................... 25
Changing the Aperture Setting ........................................... 27
Record Mode Displays ........................................................ 27
Using the Self-Timer ........................................................... 30
Playing Back Images ......................................... 31
Displaying Images on the Camera’s LCD ........................... 31
Displaying Images on a TV Screen .................................... 32
Page Status Indicators ........................................................ 33
Producing a Multi-Page Display .......................................... 34
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Using the Zoom Function .................................................... 36
Using Auto Play .................................................................. 38
Protecting Memory Pages .................................................. 41
Unprotecting Memory Pages .............................................. 43
Hiding Protected Memory Pages ........................................ 45
Deleting Memory Pages .................................... 46
Deleting Images From Memory .......................................... 46
Resolution Conversion...................................... 50
Connecting to Other Devices............................ 51
The camera terminals ......................................................... 51
Using the Camera with a Connected Device ... 52
Troubleshooting................................................. 59
Specifications..................................................... 65
About the camera’s backlight… ....................... 66
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any
damage or loss resulting from the use of this manual.
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any
loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of
the QV-300.
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any
damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of malfunc-
tion, repairs, or battery replacement. Be sure to back up all impor-
tant data on other media to protect against its loss.

Questions and Answers:

Casio QV-300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDigital Camera
LensFixed
Power Supply4 x AA batteries
ISO Sensitivity100
Shutter Speed1/8 - 1/1000 sec
Display1.8" LCD

Summary

Introduction

Precautions and Safety Guidelines

General Precautions

Covers safety warnings for camera operation, handling, and exposure to elements.

Operating Conditions

Details temperature ranges and environments suitable for camera use.

Condensation Management

Explains how to prevent and handle condensation to avoid camera malfunction.

FCC Compliance Information

Notice

Details FCC compliance for Class B peripherals and potential interference.

FCC Warning

Warns against unauthorized modifications that could void operating authority.

Unpacking Your Camera

General Guide to Camera Components

Top and Display Layout

Identifies buttons and features on the camera's top panel and display.

Lens Description

Details the camera's lens and its associated controls.

Bottom View and Terminals

Locates ports and controls on the camera's bottom and side panels.

Getting Acquainted with Accessories

Explains how to connect the wrist strap, use the cleaning cloth, and soft case.

Power Supply Options

To Load Batteries

Step-by-step instructions for inserting batteries into the camera.

Battery Handling Precautions

Important safety warnings regarding battery usage and disposal.

Recording Images

How to Record an Image

Basic procedure for capturing still images with the camera.

Avoiding Hand Movement

Tips and techniques to prevent image blur caused by camera shake.

Fluorescent Lighting Considerations

Explains potential image quality issues under fluorescent lighting.

Shooting Images Outdoors

Advice for capturing images in bright outdoor lighting conditions.

Changing the Lens Orientation

Describes how to rotate the lens body for different shooting angles.

NORMALMACRO Switch Function

Explains the switch for selecting between normal and macro focus distances.

Switching Between Lenses

Details the use of wide-angle and telephoto lens settings for optimal distances.

Resolution Modes

Exposure Adjustment

Manual Exposure Adjustment

Guides on manually adjusting exposure for optimal image brightness.

Record Mode Displays and Indicators

Image Display in Record Mode

Describes the image preview on the LCD and its refresh rate.

Exposure Warning Indicators

Explains indicators that signal under or over exposure conditions.

Camera Operation Features

Using the Self-Timer

Instructions for activating the self-timer for delayed shots.

Playing Back Images

Displaying Images on the Cameras LCD

How to navigate and view stored images on the camera's screen.

Displaying Images on a TV Screen

Connecting the camera to a TV to view images on a larger display.

Page Status Indicators

Explains indicators for page number, protect status, and resolution mode.

Playback Operation Features

Producing a Multi-Page Display

How to display multiple images simultaneously on the LCD.

Selecting a Memory Page in Multi-Page Display

Procedure to select a specific image from a multi-page view.

Using the Zoom Function

How to enlarge and pan specific parts of a stored image.

Auto Play Functions

Starting Auto Play

Instructions for automatically scrolling through stored images.

Setting Auto Play Speed

How to adjust the display duration for each image during auto play.

Protecting Memory Pages

To Protect a Single Memory Page

Steps to safeguard individual images from accidental deletion.

To Protect All Pages in Memory

Procedure to protect all images stored in the camera's memory.

Unprotecting Memory Pages

To Unprotect a Single Memory Page

Steps to remove protection from individual images.

To Unprotect All Pages in Memory

Procedure to remove protection from all stored images.

Hiding Protected Memory Pages

To Hide Protected Memory Pages

Function to conceal protected images during playback.

To Unhide Protected Memory Pages

Restores the visibility of protected images.

Deleting Memory Pages

Deleting Images From Memory

General information and warnings about deleting images.

To Delete a Single Image

Step-by-step guide for removing individual images.

To Delete All Images in Memory

Procedure for erasing all images from the camera's memory.

Resolution Conversion

Connecting to Other Devices

The Camera Terminals

Identifies VIDEO OUT and DIGITAL terminals and their uses.

Using the Camera with Connected Devices

Connecting to Another CASIO Digital Camera

Instructions for transferring images between cameras via DIGITAL terminals.

To Connect the Two Cameras

Steps for physically connecting two cameras with a cable.

To Send Data to Another Camera

Procedure for transmitting an image from this camera to another.

To Receive Data From Another Camera

Procedure for receiving an image from another camera.

Using QV-Link Software

Transferring images to a personal computer using QV-Link software.

Connecting to a QV Color Printer

Printing images directly from the camera to a QV Color Printer.

Computer Video Capture

Connecting the camera to a PC for video capture via the VIDEO IN terminal.

Transferring Images to PC (Video Capture)

Steps for capturing video stream from the camera to a computer.

Troubleshooting Guide

Power and Operation Issues

Addresses problems related to camera power and basic operation failures.

Exposure Warning Indicators

Explains how to resolve issues indicated by exposure warning lights.

Recording and Operation Issues

Troubleshoots problems encountered during image recording.

Playback and Display Issues

Resolves problems related to viewing images and multi-page displays.

Operation and Connection Issues

Addresses problems with button operations, connections, and data exchange.

Error and Message Resolution

Guides on interpreting and resolving various error messages.

Camera Specifications

General Specifications

Lists overall camera details like recording system and memory.

Lens and Aperture Details

Provides specifications for focal length, aperture, and lens type.

Exposure and Shutter Settings

Details exposure metering, range, adjustment, and shutter speed.

Other Settings and Display

Includes specifications for white balance, self-timer, monitor, and PC output.

Reference Specifications

Lists terminals, power supply, battery life, dimensions, weight, and accessories.

About the Cameras Backlight

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