Minolta Dimage 7Hi - Manual (Page 4)

6 7 F OR PROPER AND SAFE USE
• Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove
compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may
result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.
• If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.
• The camera temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be taken to
avoid burns.
• Burns may result if the CompactFlash card or batteries are removed immediately after
extended periods of use. Turn the camera off and wait for it to cool.
• Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit
discharges a large amount of energy which may cause burns.
• Do not apply pressure to the LCD monitor. A damaged monitor may cause injury, and
the liquid from the monitor may cause inflammation. If liquid from the monitor makes
contact with skin wash the area with fresh water. If liquid from the monitor comes in
contact with the eyes, immediately rinse the eyes with plenty of water and contact a
doctor.
• The rim of the lens hood can cause injury. Take care not to accidentally strike anyone
with the camera when the lens hood is attached.
• When using the AC adapter, insert the plug securely into the electrical outlet.
• Do not use if the AC adapter cord is damaged.
• Do not cover the AC adapter. A fire may result.
• Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter; this can hinder the unplugging of the unit in
emergencies.
• Unplug the AC adapter when cleaning or when the product is not in use.
CAUTION
Names of parts ....................................................................................................................................12
Camera body ...........................................................................................................................12
Data panel ...............................................................................................................................15
Monitor display - recording mode ............................................................................................16
Monitor display - Quick View & playback mode ......................................................................17
Getting up and running .......................................................................................................................18
Attaching the camera strap .....................................................................................................18
Removing the lens cap............................................................................................................18
Attaching the lens hood...........................................................................................................19
Installing and changing batteries.............................................................................................20
Battery condition indicator .......................................................................................................21
Auto power save......................................................................................................................21
External power supplies (sold separately)...............................................................................22
Inserting and changing a memory card...................................................................................22
Setting the date and time ........................................................................................................24
Basic recording ....................................................................................................................................26
Setting the camera to record images automatically ................................................................26
EVF and LCD monitor display .................................................................................................26
Basic recording operation........................................................................................................27
Focus lock ...............................................................................................................................28
Automatic monitor amplification...............................................................................................28
Focus signals...........................................................................................................................29
Special focusing situations ......................................................................................................29
Using the built-in flash .............................................................................................................30
Flash range - automatic operation...........................................................................................30
Handling the camera ...............................................................................................................31
Diopter adjustment ..................................................................................................................31
Camera-shake warning ...........................................................................................................31
Digital-subject-program button ................................................................................................32
Basic playback ....................................................................................................................................34
Single-frame playback and histogram display.........................................................................34
Viewing images .......................................................................................................................35
Deleting single images ............................................................................................................35
Changing the Quick View & playback display .........................................................................36
Enlarged playback ...................................................................................................................37
Viewing movies........................................................................................................................38
Playing back voice memos......................................................................................................38
Viewing images on a television ...............................................................................................39
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