This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix2600 ZOOM correctly. Please follow the instructions carefully. BL00022-200 (1)

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Warning

This symbol is intended to alert the user tothe presence of uninsulated “dangerousvoltage” within the product’s enclosurethat may be of sufficient magnitude toconstitute a risk of electric shock topersons.

This symbol is intended to alert the userto the presence of important operatingand maintenance (servicing) instructionsin the l i terature accompanying theappliance.

For customers in the U.S.A.FCC StatementThis device complies with part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions : (1) This device may not causeharmful interference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The graphical symbols are located on the bottom of the case.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. CAUTIONThis equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limitsare designed to provide reasonable protectionagainst harmful interference in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates, uses, andcan radiate radio frequency energy and, if notinstalled and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference toradio communications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does causeharmful interference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged totry to correct the interference by one or more ofthe following measures :— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.— Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver isconnected.

Please read the Safety Notes (➡P.88)and make sure you understand thembefore using the camera.

— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes ormodifications not expressly approved in thismanual could void the user’s authority to operatethe equipment.

Notes on the Grant:To comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules, thisproduct must be used with a Fujifilm-specifiedferrite-core USB cable and DC supply cord.

For customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis Class B digital apparatus complies withCanadian ICES-003.

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Contents

1 Getting Ready

2 Basic Photography

3 Advanced Features Photography

4 Advanced Features Playback

PREFACE ........................................................... 11Selecting the Language .................................. 11Attaching the Strap ......................................... 11

CHARGING AND LOADING THE BATTERIES ... 12LOADING THE SmartMedia™ ........................... 15REMOVING THE SmartMedia™ ........................ 16SWITCHING ON AND OFF ................................ 17SETTING THE DATE AND TIME ....................... 19USING THE OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTER ... 21

Warning ............................................................ 2Preface ............................................................. 6Camera Features and Accessories .................. 7Nomenclature ................................................... 8

qTAKING PICTURES (AUTO MODE) .............. 22�Viewfinder lamp display ............................... 26Number of Available Frames .......................... 27

USING AF/AE LOCK .......................................... 28DIGITAL ZOOM .................................................. 30FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION ................... 31

STILL IMAGE MODE

3VIEWING YOUR IMAGES (PLAYBACK) ........ 32PLAYBACK ZOOM ..............................................33MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK ............................... 34ERASING SINGLE FRAME ................................ 35

PLAYBACK MODE

ADVANCED FEATURES PHOTOGRAPHY ....... 37

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION/SELECTING q AUTO OR q MANUAL ........... 38y FLASH ....................................................... 39

AUTO Auto Flash Mode ................................. 39: Red-Eye Reduction ............................. 40y Forced Flash ....................................... 40u Suppressed Flash ............................... 41; Slow Synchro ...................................... 415 MACRO (CLOSE-UP) PHOTOGRAPHY .. 42o SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY ................ 43a EV (EXPOSURE COMPENSATION) ........ 45s WHITE BALANCE

(SELECTING THE LIGHT SOURCE) ....... 46

e MOVIE (VIDEO) ........................................ 47MOVIE MODE

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

PLAYING BACK MOVIES .................................. 50

g ERASING SINGLE • ALL FRAMES/FORMATTING ... 52f HOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS (DPOF) ... 54f DPOF DATE SETTING ............................. 55f DPOF SET FRAME ................................... 56

PLAYBACK MENU

5 Settings

6 PC Connection

IN SETTINGS ..................................................... 58� List of Settings ............................................ 58� SET–UP Menu options ............................... 58

USING THE OPTION MENU .............................. 59Using SET–UP ................................................ 59djSETTING THE FILE SIZE AND QUALITY

(COMPRESSION RATIO) .......................... 60d LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS ...................... 61

POWER SAVE .................................................... 62SET–UP

System Expansion Options ............................. 70Accessories Guide .......................................... 71Explanation of Terms ...................................... 73Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly ......... 74Notes on the Power Supply ............................ 75

Applicable Batteries .................................. 75Notes on the Batteries ............................... 75Notes on Using the Battery Charger ......... 76BC-NHS Battery Charger Specifications ... 77Notes on Using the AC Power Adapter ..... 77

Notes on the SmartMedia™ ........................... 78Warning Displays ............................................ 80Troubleshooting .............................................. 83Specifications .................................................. 86Safety Notes ................................................... 88EC Declaration of Conformity ......................... 91

IN PC CONNECTION ......................................... 63DSC Mode ...................................................... 63PC CAM (camera) Mode ................................ 63

CONNECTING AT DSC MODE .......................... 64CONNECTING AT PC-CAMERA MODE ............ 66DISCONNECTING FROM THE PC .................... 68

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� Test Shots Prior to PhotographyFor particularly important photographs (such as weddingsand overseas trips), always take a test photograph and viewthe image to make sure that the camera is functioningnormally.h Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. cannot accept liability for any

incidental losses (such as the costs of photography or theloss of income from photography) incurred as a result offaults with this product.

� Notes on CopyrightImages recorded using your digital camera system cannot beused in ways that infringe copyright laws without the consentof the owner, unless intended only for personal use. Note thatsome restrictions apply to the photographing of stageperformances, entertainments and exhibits, even whenintended purely for personal use. Users are also asked to notethat the transfer of memory cards containing images or dataprotected under copyright laws is only permissible within therestrictions imposed by those copyright laws.� Liquid CrystalIf the LCD monitor is damaged, take particular care with theliquid crystal in the monitor. If any of the following situationsarise, 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 withrunning 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 largequantities of water and induce vomiting. Then seekmedical assistance.

� Notes on Electrical InterferenceIf the camera is to be used in hospitals or aircrafts, pleasenote that this camera may cause interference to otherequipment in the hospital or aircraft. For details, pleasecheck with the applicable regulations.� Handling Your Digital CameraThis camera contains precision electronic components. Toensure that images are recorded correctly, do not subjectthe camera to impact or shock while an image is beingrecorded.� Trademark Informationh IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International

Business Machines Corp. of the U.S.A.h iMac and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple

Computer, Inc.hWindows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft

Corporation of the U.S. registered in the U.S.A. and othercountries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to theMicrosoft Windows Operating System.h SmartMedia is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.h Other company or product names are trademarks or

registered trademarks of the respective companies.

Preface Camera Features and Accessories

hSuperb image quality provided by the high-resolutionFujinon number 3× zoom lens and 1/2.7” CCD with 2.0million effective pixelshMaximum image file size of 1600 × 1200 pixels (1.92

million pixels)hCompact and lightweight bodyhWide range of photography applications (includes Macro

function)h Intelligent Auto White Balance and AE functions built inhBuilt-in automatic flash with precise wide-range flash

controlh 2.5× digital zoom photography and up to 5× zoom

playback functionshEasy operation using the Mode switch, “g” buttons and

“a ([) b (])” button.hMovie shooting function (320 × 240 pixels without sound)hEasy high-speed image file transfer via the USB

connection (using the Interface Set provided)hBuilt-in PC Camera functionhConforms to the new standard for digital camera file

system✽

✽ Design rule for Camera File systemhSupport for DPOF✽ simplifies print ordering

✽ DPOF stands for “Digital Print Order Format”

Features

h AA-size Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Batteries HR-3UF (2)

h SmartMedia (16MB, 3.3V) (1)Supplied with:• Anti-static case (1)• Index label (1)

h Hand Strap (1)

h Battery Charger BC-NHS (1)

hInterface Set (1)• CD-ROM (1)• Special USB cable with Noise

Suppression core (1)• Software Quick Start Guide (1)

hOwner’s Manual (this manual) (1)

Accessories

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

Mode Switch

Viewfinder window

POWER swich(P.17)

Flash control sensor

(USB)socket(P.63)

DC IN 3V(Power input)socket(P.21)

Shutter button

Flash(P.39)

Self-timer lamp(P.44)

Lens cover(P.17)

Lens

Movie mode(P.47)

Select this mode for still photography.Still image mode(P.22)

Playback mode(P.32)This mode provides playback zoom and multi-frame playback as well as normal single-frame playback. You can also use this mode to erase frames, format SmartMedia and specify DPOF settings.

button( )( )

Viewfinder lamp(P.16, 17)

Viewfinder(P.24)

LCD monitor(P.24)

Battery cover(P.13)

Tripod mountSmartMedia slot(P.15)

Battery compartment

Strap mount(P.11)

BACK button

MENU/OK button

button

DISP button(P.31, 34)

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Nomenclature 1 Getting Ready PREFACE

Playback frame number

Photography mode

Flash

Date

Date

Zoom Bar

AF frame

Battery low warning

Playback mode

DPOF

Self-timerWhite balanceMacro

Battery low warning

Number of remaining shots

File size/ Image quality

Camera shake warning

AF warningYou can use the “SET–UP” screen on thiscamera to select ENGLISH or FRANCAIS as theLANGUAGE used for screen display (➡P.58).The screens in this manual are shown inENGLISH.

1Pass the loop of this cord on the end of thestrap through the strap mount.

2Then pass the other end of the strap throughthe loop of the thin cord and pull the straptight.

Attaching the StrapSelecting the Language

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Example of LCD Monitor Text Display : Still image

Example of LCD Monitor Text Display : Playback

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CHARGING AND LOADING THE BATTERIES

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Load the rechargeable batteries into the batterycharger as indicated on the label.

�! Ni-MH batteries are not fully charged at shipmentand must be charged before being used. Newlypurchased batteries or batteries that have been leftunused for an extended period may not be fullycharged (This is indicated by the immediate displayof the battery low warning or a low number ofavailable shots). This is a normal characteristic ofthe batteries and does not indicate a fault.Repeatedly charging and using the batteries 3 or 4times will restore them to a normal condition.

�! If the terminals of nickel-metal hydride batteries aresoiled, it may not be possible to charge them. Toavoid possible problems, clean the battery terminalsand charger terminals with a clean, dry cloth. (Cleanthe battery and charger terminals with a clean, drycloth the first time the batteries are charged. Theninsert and remove the batteries from the chargerseveral times prior to charging.)

Use 2 nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries ofthe same type.✽Lithium, manganese or nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries

cannot be used.

hAA-size Ni-MH batteriesFujifilm HR-3UF: 2 (supplied with the camera orsold separately)Attempting to charge batteries other than thosespecified for use with the charger (such asmanganese, alkaline or lithium batteries) cancause the batteries to burst or leak. This couldresult in a fire or injury and consequent damageto the surroundings.

✽ See P.87 for information on the number ofavailable shots using batteries.

� Batteries that Can Be Charged �

�! Alkaline batteries should only be used in anemergency. Note the following when using alkalinebatteries:iThe battery terminals should be wiped clean with aclean, dry cloth.iAlways switch the LCD monitor off (➡P.22) beforeusing alkaline batteries. Alkaline batteries cannot beused in Manual mode, Macro mode or Movie mode.iThe number of available shots is limited and variesdepending on the battery brand and ambienttemperature. You may be unable to take pictures atall at temperatures of +5°C (+41°F) or below.iIf the the LCD monitor is switched off, the cameraswitches off without first displaying a battery lowwarning when the battery charge runs out.

�! Install the equipment near a socket outlet for easyaccessibility.

�! Do not apply excessive force to the battery cover.�! If you connect the optional AC power adapter or leave

the batteries in the camera for roughly 10 minutes, thesettings will be retained for approximately 12 hourseven if you disconnect the AC power adapter orremove the batteries. After replacing the batteries,check the date/time settings, etc.

Plug the charger into a power outlet to begin charging.Charging ends after about 5 hours and the charginglamp goes off. Unplug the battery charger from thepower outlet when it is not in use.

Slide the battery cover out to open it.

Charge lamp

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�! Fully discharged Ni-MH batteries take approximately5 hours (1700 mAh) to recharge. Shorter chargingtimes can be achieved using the Ni-MH/BatteryCharger BCH-NH (➡P.71).

�! If you repeatedly charge a Ni-MH batteries before itis fully discharged, it will suffer from the “memoryeffect”✽, causing the battery low warning to appearwhile there is still ample charge remaining in thebatteries. You can restore the batteries to normaloperation by running the batteries completely flatbefore charging them.✽ Memory effect: A phenomenon whereby the batteries

properties are such that its capacity is lowerthan the nominal amount.

�! Do not use old and new batteries together.

✽ The shapes of the Battry charger, the plug and socket outletdepend on the country.

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Close the battery cover.

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Gold marking

SmartMedia™(Sold separately)

� Only use 3.3V SmartMediaMG-4S ( 4MB), MG-16SW ( 16MB, ID)MG-8S ( 8MB), MG-32SW ( 32MB, ID)MG-16S (16MB), MG-64SW ( 64MB, ID)MG-32S (32MB), MG-128SW (128MB, ID)MG-64S (64MB)

�! Images cannot be recorded or erased if a write-protect sticker is affixed to the SmartMedia.

�! Operation of this camera is only guaranteed when itis used with Fujifilm SmartMedia.

�! Some 3.3V SmartMedia are labelled as “3V” or “ID”cards.

�! See P.78 for more information on SmartMedia.

1Check that the camera is turned off. Then turnthe camera so that the battery cover is upwardsand slide the cover open.

2Push the SmartMedia firmly into the SmartMediaslot as far as it will go.

3Close the battery cover.

�! If you open the battery cover while the camera isswitched on, the camera is automatically switchedoff to protect the SmartMedia.

�! The SmartMedia will not slide fully into the slot if it isinserted facing the wrong way. Be careful not toapply undue force to the SmartMedia.

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�! Soil (fingerprints, etc) on the terminals of batteriescan greatly reduce the time for which the batteriesprovide power.

�! When taking pictures, keep a spare set of fullycharged Ni-MH batteries (sold separately) in reserve.

�! Take care not to drop the batteries when openingand closing the battery cover.

�! See P.75 for notes on using the batteries.

Install the batteries with the correct polarity asshown.

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Carefully grasp and remove the SmartMedia.Take care to avoid spilling the batteries.

When you slide the “POWER” switch sidewaysto switch the camera on, the green viewfinderlamp lights. To switch the camera off, slide the“POWER” switch sideways again.

1Check that the indicator in the viewfinder isgreen and then switch the camera off(➡P.17).

2Always turn the camera so that the batterycover is upwards before sliding the coveropen.

1Use the Mode switch to select the mode youwant to use.

2If you want to use the camera in Sti l limage/Movie mode, open the lens cover.

�! To protect the SmartMedia, always store it in thespecial anti-static case.

�! Take care not to press on the lens when it isextending or while you are taking a shot as this couldcause a camera fault.

�! If the “¥” message appears on the LCDmonitor, this indicates that the lens cover is not fullyopen. Open the lens cover fully.

�! Open and close the lens cover by fitting your fingerinto the indentation in the cover.

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Never open the Battery cover while the camerais switched on.This could destroy the image fileor damage the SmartMedia itself.

h See P.54, 70 for information on printing images.h See P.63 – 69 for information on downloading

images to a personal computer.

� Printing Images and Downloading Images to a Personal Computer �

If you leave the camera switched on and unused for 2 minutes, this function automatically switches thecamera off. Note that this function does not operate when you are using a USB connection.

� Auto Power Off function �

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If the date/time setting has been cleared, aconfirmation message appears on the LCDmonitor. To set the date/t ime, press the“MENU/OK” button (➡ P.19).H: The DATE/TIME setting screen appears.J: The camera remains in Still image,

Movie or playback mode.

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1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display themenu screen.

2Use “d” or “c” to select “d”, and then use “a([)” or “b (])” to select “SET–UP”.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button.

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Blank

Blinking

Lit

With the LCD monitor on, you can check theremaining charge in the battery.1Battery has ample charge (No indicator

displayed).2The battery charge is low. Have a new set of

batteries ready.3The battery is exhausted. The display will

shortly go blank and the camera will stopworking. Replace or recharge the battery.

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�! If the battery charge is depleted, you may not beable to switch the LCD monitor on.

If the date was cleared and you selected “H”,proceed from step (➡P.20).3

1The “SET–UP” screen appears.Use “a ([)” or “b (])” to select “DATE/TIME”.

2Press “c”.

�! See P.58 for more information on the “dOPTION”menu.

�! If at least 10 minutes have passed since the ACpower adapter was connected or the battery insertedand date and time set, then those settings will bemaintained for roughly 12 hours even when thecamera has no power supply (when the AC poweradapter is disconnected and the battery is removed).

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DC IN 3Vsocket

1Use the “dc” button to select the desireditem and then use the “a ([)” and “b (])”buttons to correct the setting.

2When you have finished setting the date andtime, press the “MENU/OK” button to confirmthe setting.

The “SET–UP” screen reappears. Press the“MENU/OK” button to exit the settings screen.

�! If you hold down the “a ([)” or “b (])” button, thenumbers change continuously.

�! When the time displayed passes “12:00:00”, theAM/PM setting automatically switches.

�! To set the time precisely, press the “MENU/OK”button when the time is at zero seconds.

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Check that the camera is switched off. Plug theAC power adapter connector into the DC IN 3Vsocket on the camera and then plug the adapteritself into the main power outlet.

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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME USING THE OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTER

If the date/time setting was cleared and youselected “H”, the camera switches directly tostill image, movie or playback mode withoutdisplaying the “SET–UP” screen.

�! See P.77 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 adapterwhile the camera is switched on temporari lyinterrupts the power supply to the camera, so thatimages or movies being shot at the time are notrecorded. Failing to switch the camera off first canalso result in damage to the SmartMedia ormalfunctions during PC connection.

AC power adapter (optional)

Always use a FUJIFILM AC Power Adapter AC-3V.Use the AC power adapter in situations when aloss of power will cause problems, such asduring file downloading (via the USB connection).Using the AC power adapter also allows you totake pictures and play back images withoutworrying about depleting the batteries.

�! The Shapes of the AC power adapter, the plug andsocket outlet depend on the country.

�! Install the equipment near a socket outlet for easyaccessibility.

Connecting the AC power adapter does notallow you to charge the Ni-MH batteries. Youmust use the charger provided (➡P.12) or theoptional charger (➡P.71) to charge NiMHbatteries.

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1Set the Mode switch to “q”.2Open the lens cover.3Slide the “POWER” switch sideways to switch

the camera on.To take pictures using the LCD monitor, pressthe “DISP” button to switch the LCD monitor on.h Focal range: Approx. 80 cm (2.6 ft.) to infinity

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Ensure that your fingers or the camera strap donot obscure the lens or flash control sensor.

�! If the lens, flash or flash control sensor is obscuredby your fingers or the camera strap, you may not beable to obtain the correct brightness (exposure) foryour shot.

�! Check that the lens is clean. If it is dirty, clean thelens as described on P.74.

To zoom in on the subject, press “[ ” (TELE).To zoom out, press “]” (WIDE). A “zoom bar”appears on the LCD monitor when you zoom inor out.� Optical zoom focal length (35mm camera

equivalent)Approx. 38 – 114 mmMaximum zoom scale: 3×

�! Zooming stops briefly when the camera switchesbetween optical zoom and digital zoom (➡P.30).

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Zoom bar

�! If “∞ ”, “– ”or“§” is displayed, first wipe the contactsurface on the SmartMedia (gold-colored area)thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth and then reload theSmartMedia.

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�! For subjects closer than 80 cm (2.6 ft.), use Macrophotography (➡P.42).

�! To minimize power consumption, you should use theviewfinder (switch the LCD monitor off) to take pictures.

�! The image will be blurred if the camera moves whenyou take the picture (camera shake). When you areshooting in low-light conditions, use the flash(➡P.39) or a tripod to prevent blurred images due tocamera shake.

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Using the viewfinder or LCD monitor, frame yourshot so that the subject fills the entire AF (AutoFocus) frame.

�! If your subject is not in the center of the picture, useAF/AE lock to take the picture(➡P.28).

When you are using the viewfinder to take apicture at a distance of 0.8 m to 1.5 m (2.6 ft. to4.9 ft.), only the shaded area in the figure isphotographed.

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LCD monitor

AF frame

AF frame

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To take the picture, press the shutter buttondown fully without lifting your finger off it. Thecamera beeps and takes the picture, and thedata is then recorded.

�! When you press the shutter button, there is a veryshort delay before the picture is actually taken.

�! Since the amount of image data recorded is not fixedand varies depending on the subject (level of imagedetail, etc.), the number of available shots may notdecrease after the image is recorded, or maydecrease by 2.

�! See P.80 – 82 for information on the warningdisplays.

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Press the shutter button down halfway. Thecamera is focused when the AF frame on theLCD monitor shrinks and the green viewfinderlamp stops flashing and stays lit.

�! If you press the shutter button down fully in one motion,the shot is taken without the AF frame changing.

�! The viewfinder lamp flashes orange while the flash ischarging. If the LCD monitor is switched on, thescreen may go dark for a moment. This is normaland does not indicate a fault.

�! The flash charging time may increase when thebattery charge getting lower.

�! To frame your shot precisely, you should take thepicture using the LCD monitor.

�! In some conditions it may be difficult to see yoursubject clearly on the LCD monitor, such as in sunnyweather outdoors or when you are shooting dimly litscenes. In such situations, use the viewfinder to takethe shot.

�! When you press the shutter button down halfway,the video image on the LCD monitor freezes briefly.However, this is not the image that is recorded.

�! If the shot is too dark to focus, try standing about 1.5m (4.9 ft.) from your subject to take the picture.

The viewfinder lamp glows orange while theimage is being recorded and no pictures can betaken. Also, do not switch the camera off oropen the battery cover during image recording.Doing cover during image recording couldcorrupt the image files.

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� Viewfinder lamp display

✽ When the LCD monitor is switched on, more detailed warning messages are displayed (➡P.80).

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

� Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus �

h When there is very little contrast between the subjectand the background (such as white walls or subjectsdressed in the same color as the background).h When there are objects in front of or behind the

subject (such as an animal in a cage or a person infront of a tree).h Subjects moving at high speed.

Though the FinePix2600 ZOOM uses an accurate autofocus mechanism, it may have difficulty focusing or not beable to focus at all on the types of subject and situation listed below. In such cases, the image may be out of focus.

Number of Available Frames

� Standard number of shots per SmartMedia™The number of shots that can be recorded onto a SmartMedia card varies slightly depending on the type ofsubject. Also, the difference between the standard number of shots and the actual number of available shotsincreases for SmartMedia with a higher capacity.

The number of available shots appears on theLCD monitor.

�! See P.60 for information on changing the File Size(Image Size) and Quality setting.

�! At shipment, the default settings are “9” (file size)and “N : NORMAL” (quality).

✽ The numbers of available shots are shown for formatted SmartMedia.

Display Status

Lit green Ready to shoot.

Blinking green AF/AE in progress or camera shake/AF warning.

Blinking orange

Lit orange Image being recorded onto the SmartMedia.

Flash charging.

Blinking red �SmartMedia warning.No SmartMedia loaded, SmartMedia not formatted, incorrect format, write-protect stickerused, SmartMedia full, SmartMedia error.

�Lens operation error.

4MB (MG-4S)8MB (MG-8S)16MB (MG-16S/SW)32MB (MG-32S/SW)64MB (MG-64S/SW)128MB (MG-128SW)

File Size

Quality ModeImage Data Size

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FINE

Approx.770KB Approx.390KB Approx.200KB Approx.620KB

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2In a shot with this type of composition, thesubjects (two people in this case) are not in theAF frame. If the shot is taken at this point, thesubjects will not be in focus.

Move the camera slightly so that one of thesubjects in the AF frame.

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Without moving the camera, press the shutterbutton down halfway (AF/AE lock). Check thatthe AF frame on the LCD monitor has shrunkand the green viewfinder lamp has stoppedflashing and is now lit.

Continue to hold the shutter button downhalfway. Move the camera back to the originalimage and then fully press down on the shutterbutton.

�! You can reapply the AF/AE lock as many times asyou like before releasing the shutter.

�! The AF/AE lock operates in all photography modesand can be used to ensure excellent results.

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USING AF/AE LOCK

� AF (Autofocus)/AE (Auto exposure) Lock �On the FinePix2600 ZOOM, when you press the shutter button down half way, the focus and exposuresettings are fixed (AF/AE lock). If you want to focus on a subject that is off to one side of the image or ifyou want to set the exposure before you compose the final shot, lock the AF and AE settings and thencompose and shoot your picture to get the best results.

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If the file size (image size) setting is “9” or“0”, you can use the digital zoom. However,this only applies when you are using the LCDmonitor to take pictures.� Digital zoom focal distance (35 mm camera

equivalent)9 : Equivalent to approx. 114 mm – 142 mm

(1.25×)0 : Equivalent to approx. 114 mm – 285 mm

(2.5×)Movie: Equivalent to approx. 38 mm – 95 mm

(2.5×)

�! You cannot use the digital zoom for resolutions of“8”.

�! See P.60 for information on changing the file sizesetting.

�! If the image goes out of focus when you use thezoom, press the shutter button down halfway torefocus.

�! The optical zoom is equivalent to approximately 38 mm – 114 mm on a 35 mm camera.

The position of the “�” on the zoom bar indicatesthe current zoom setting.h If the “�” is above the dividing line, the digital

zoom is being used. If it is below the line, theoptical zoom is being used,h Press “[” or “]” to move the “�”.hWhen you switch between digital zoom and

optical zoom, the “�” stops moving. Press thebutton for the same direction again to start the“�” moving again.

Optical zoom

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LCD monitor ON

Framing Guideline displayed

LCD monitor OFF

You can select the Framing Guideline function inthe “q ” still image mode. The LCD monitordisplay changes each time you press the “DISP”button. Press the “DISP” button until “FramingGuideline” appears.

�! The framing guideline is not recorded on the image.�! The lines in the scene frame roughly divide the

recorded pixels into three equal parts horizontally andvertically. When the image is printed, the resultingprint may be shifted slightly from the scene frame.

FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTIONDIGITAL ZOOM

Scene

Use this frame when you want to position yourmain subject in the center of the frame or whenyou want to align your shot with the horizon.This feature allows you to compose a shot thatcaptures the moment while focusing on thesubject size and the overall balance of theshot.

Always use the AF/AE lock to compose yourpicture.Failing to use the AF/AE lock may result in theimage being out of focus.

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Pressing “a ([)” or “b (])” during single-frameplayback zooms in (enlarges) or out on a still image.When you use this function, a zoom bar is displayed.�Zoom scales:8 1600 × 1200 pixels: Max 5×9 1280 × 960 pixels: Max 4×0 640 × 480 pixels: Max 2×

After you have zoomed in on your image,1Press the “DISP” button.2Use “a ([) b (])” and “g” to zoom in on

different parts of the image.3Press the “DISP” button again to revert to

zoomed display.

�! Pressing “d ” or “c ” during zooming cancelszooming and moves to the next image.

�! Press the “BACK” button to revert to the normal imagedisplay scale.

�! You may not be able to use playback zoom for someimages shot on other camera models.

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Normal playback

No text displayed

Multi-frame playback

Frame number

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If you have specified DPOF settings (➡P.54), the“f” icon is displayed. The LCD monitor displaychanges each time you press the “DISP” button.

�! See P.61 for more information on adjusting thebrightness of the LCD monitor.

1Set the Mode switch to “3”.2You can use “c” and “d” to move forward

and backward respectively through yourimages.

�! When you set the Mode switch to “3 ”, the lastimage shot is displayed.

You can use this camera to view (excluding some uncompressed data) images recorded on aFinePix2600 ZOOM or images recorded onto a 3.3V SmartMedia using a FUJIFILM FinePix series, MXseries or DX series digital camera.

� Images That Can be Viewed on the FinePix2600 ZOOM �

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This is useful for such things as checking thefocus after you take a shot.

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In playback mode, the display shown on theLCD monitor switches each time you press the“DISP” button. Press the “DISP” button until themulti-frame playback screen (9 frames) appears.You cannot display text during multi-frameplayback.

1Select a frame by using “d”, “c”, “a ([)” and“b (])” to move the cursor (the orange box)to the desired frame. Press “a ([ )” or “b(])” several times to switch to the previouspage or the next page.

2You can enlarge the selected image bypressing the “DISP” button again.

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1Set the Mode switch to “3”.2Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

Menu screen on the LCD monitor.

Select “FRAME” in the “gERASE” menu andpress the “MENU/OK” button.

�! See P.52 for more details of the “gERASE” menu.

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�! You cannot use multi-frame playback while a menuis displayed.

�! Playback zoom cannot be used with multi-frameplayback.

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The Advanced Features Photography section introduces a range of camera functions that you canaccess by setting the Mode switch to “q” or “e”.

qStill image

1 AUTOThis is the easiest modefor taking pictures and canbe used in a wide range ofconditions.

AUTOOFFOFF

eMovie (Video) —

e MOVIE (➡P.47)In this mode, you can shootup to 20 seconds of videoat a time.

Mode swich Accessible menu settings Factorydefault

Shared menusettings

dOPTION✽See P.58 for

more infor-mation oneach of thesettings.

y Flash (➡P.39)r Macro (➡P.42)l Self-timer (➡P.43)

2 MANUALThis mode allows you tospecify the “EV” and “WHITEBALANCE” settings.

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y Flash (➡P.39)r Macro (➡P.42)aEV (EXPOSURE COMPENSATION)

(➡P.45)sWhite balance

(Selecting the Light Source) (➡P.46)

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Press “d” or “c” to display the image to beerased.

Press the “MENU/OK” button to erase thedisplayed image. When erasing is complete, thenext image appears and the “¨ ”message is displayed.

�! Press the “BACK” button to cancel frame erasing.

�! If the “™ ” message appears, youcannot erase the frame. Use the camera on whichthe frame was protected to unprotect the frame.

�! “¢ ” is displayed for frames with DPOFsettings and they cannot be erased (➡P.82).

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� Photography mode specifications

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1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display themenu.

2Use “d” and “c” to select the menu item and“a ([)” and “b (])” to change the setting.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm thesetting.

When you validate the settings, the respectiveicons appear at the top of the screen.�! The settings available in the menu screen differ

depending on the photography mode. See P.37 fordetails.

�! The flash charging time may increase if the chargeremaining in the batteries is low.

�! When you take a shot using the flash, you may seethe video image disappear and the screen go darkas the flash charges. The viewfinder lamp flashesorange while the flash is charging.

�! If you use the flash in very dusty environments,floating dust particles may appear as glowing whitedots on your image.

When you are in still image mode (with the Modeswitch set to “q”), you can switch to “q AUTO”mode or “q MANUAL” mode from “d OPTION”in the photography menu.

This mode can be selected in the “1 • 2” stillimage modes.Use the flash mode that best suits your shot.h5 modes: “AUTO, :, y, u and ;”�Effective flash range (for 1 AUTO)

Wide-angle: Approx. 0.2 m to 3 m (0.6 ft. to 9.8 ft.)

Telephoto : Approx. 0.8 m to 3 m (2.6 ft. to 9.8 ft.)

Use this mode for ordinary photography. Theflash fires automatically as required by theshooting conditions.

AUTO Auto Flash Mode

y FLASHPHOTOGRAPHY MENU

Setting display

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This is the easiest mode for taking pictures andcan be used in a wide range of conditions.

This mode allows you to set the “EV” and“WHITE BALANCE” settings.

1 AUTO

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PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION/SELECTING q AUTO OR q MANUALPHOTOGRAPHY MENU

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: Red-Eye ReductionUse this mode to ensure that the subject’s eyesappear natural when photographing people inlow-light conditions. The flash fires automaticallyas required by the photography conditions.The flash fires a pre-flash just before the pictureis taken and then fires again to take the actualpicture.

y Forced FlashUse this mode to photograph backlit scenes,such as a subject against a window or in theshade of a tree, or to obtain the correct colorswhen you are shooting under lighting such asfluorescent tubes. In this mode, the flash fires inbright as well as dark conditions.

This is a flash mode that uses a slow shutterspeed. This allows you to take pictures of peopleat night that clearly show both your subjects andthe night time backdrop.

; Slow Synchro

�! The image may be overexposed when you shootbright scenes.

�! Because a slow shutter speed is used, a tripodshould be used to prevent camera shake.

u Suppressed FlashUse this mode for photography using indoorlighting, for shots taken through glass, and forphotography in venues such as theaters or atindoor sporting events where the distance is toogreat for the flash to be effective. When you useSuppressed Flash, the Automatic White Balancefunction (➡P.73) operates so that natural colorsare captured along with the ambience of theavailable light.

�! If you are shooting in Suppressed Flash mode in darkconditions, use a tripod to prevent camera shake.

�! See P.26, 81 for information on the camera shakewarning.

y FLASHPHOTOGRAPHY MENU

� Red-Eye Effect �When you use the flash to photograph people in low-light conditions, their eyes sometimes appear red inthe picture. This is caused by the light of the flash reflecting off the inside of the eye. Use Red-EyeReduction flash to effectively minimize the likelihood of the red-eye effect.Take the following measures to make Red-Eye Reduction more effective :

h Get the subjects to look at the camera. h Get as close as possible to the subjects.

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You can select Macro mode in the “1 ” and“2” photography modes. Use Macro mode forclose-up shots.

h Focal range: Approx. 10 – 80 cm(approx. 20 – 80 cm when the flash is used)

� Digital zoom focal distance (35 mm cameraequivalent)9 : Equivalent to approx. 38 mm – 48 mm

(1.25×)0 : Equivalent to approx. 38 mm – 95 mm

(2.5×)

Selecting Macro mode specifies the followingcamera settings:h The lens is fixed to the wide-angle zoom

setting and only digital zooming is available.h The LCD monitor is fixed to the ON setting.h Switching the camera off cancels Macro

mode.

5 MACRO (CLOSE-UP) PHOTOGRAPHYPHOTOGRAPHY MENU

This mode can be selected in the “1 ”photography modes.In this mode a timer runs for roughly 10 secondsbefore the shutter is released. Use this mode forshots such as photographs of yourself.

Position the AF frame over the subject andpress the shutter button. The camera focuses onthe subject in the frame and self-timer starts torun.

�! You can also use the AF/AE lock (➡P.28).�! Be careful not to stand in front of the lens when you

press the shutter button as this can cause focusingor light metering errors.

�! When shooting in dark conditions, use a tripod toprevent camera shake.

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If you use the viewfinder to take pictures inMacro mode, there is a discrepancy betweenwhat you see and what the camera actuallyphotographs due to the difference in thepositions of the lens and the viewfinder window.For this reason, you should always use the LCDmonitor when shooting in Macro mode.

�! The self-timer is automatically cancelled in thefollowing situations:iWhen you take a picture.iWhen you switch between Photography mode and

playback mode.iWhen the camera is switched off.

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The self-timer lamp lights steadily for roughly 5seconds and then blinks for another 5 seconds,after which the shot is taken.

The time until the shutter releases is shown as acountdown bar on the LCD monitor.Self-timer mode is automatically cancelled aftereach shot.

�! To stop the self-timer, once it has started running,press the “BACK” button.

o SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHYPHOTOGRAPHY MENU

This mode can be selected in the “2 ”photography mode.Use the Brightness setting to obtain the optimumimage brightness (exposure) when the subject ismuch brighter or darker than the background.

�Correction range: 11 steps(–1.5 EV to +1.5 EV in 0.3 EV increments)See P.73 for more information on EV.

h Copying of printed text (black characters onwhite paper) (+1.5 EV)h Backlit portraits (+0.6 EV to +1.5 EV)h Very bright scenes (such as snowfields)

and highly reflective subjects (+0.9 EV)h Shots made up predominantly of sky. (+0.9

EV)

h Spotlit subjects, particularly against darkbackgrounds (–0.6 EV)h Copying of printed text (white characters on

black paper) (–0.6 EV)h Scenes with low reflectivity, such as shots

of pine trees or dark foliage (–0.6 EV)

Guide to using + (positive) compensation

Guide to using – (negative) compensation

� Subjects for Which Exposure Adjustment is Particularly Effective �

�! Exposure compensation is disabled in the followingsituations :iWhen the flash is used in Auto or Red-eye Reduction

mode.iWhen Forced Flash mode is used and the scene

photographed is dark.

a EV (EXPOSURE COMPENSATION)PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

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This mode can be selected in the “2 ”photography mode.Change the white balance setting when youwant to take a picture with the white balancefixed for the surroundings and lighting when thepicture is taken.In Auto mode, the correct white balance may notbe obtained for subjects such as close-ups ofpeople’s faces and shots taken under a speciallight source. In such situations, select the correctwhite balance for the light source. See P.73 formore information on the white balance.

AUTO: Automatic adjustment(Shooting to show the ambience of thelight source)

c : Shooting outdoors in fine weather

x : Shooting in shade

b : Shooting under “Daylight” fluorescentlamps

n : Shooting under “Warm White” fluorescentlamps

m : Shooting under “Cool White” fluorescentlamps

z : Shooting in incandescent light

✽ Because the white balance setting is disabled duringflash photography, use “Suppressed Flash” mode(➡P.41) if you want to achieve a particular effect inyour shot.

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e MOVIE (VIDEO)MOVIE MODE

Available shooting time

�! The shooting time per shot may be shorter than 20seconds depending on the available space on theSmartMedia.

�! You cannot switch the LCD monitor off in this mode.�! You may not be able to play back your movie on

cameras other than the FinePix2600 ZOOM.

The available shooting time and the “£”message are shown on the LCD monitor.

Set the Mode switch to “e”

� SmartMedia standard shooting time

✽ These shooting times are for newly formatted SmartMedia.

Use this mode to shoot up to 20 seconds of videoper movie.�Movie format: Motion JPEG (➡P.73)

320 × 240 pixels10 frames per secondWithout sound

e Movie (Video)

SmartMedia Capacity

MG-4S (4MB) Approx. 23 sec.MG-8S (8MB) Approx. 47 sec.MG-16S/SW (16MB) Approx. 94 sec.MG-32S/SW (32MB) Approx. 191 sec.MG-64S/SW (64MB) Approx. 385 sec.MG-128SW (128MB) Approx. 774 sec.

s WHITE BALANCE (SELECTING THE LIGHT SOURCE)PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

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In Movie mode, the lens is locked in the wide-angle setting and only the digital zoom can beused. You can use “[” and “]” to zoom in andout. A “zoom bar” is displayed on the LCDmonitor.

�Digital zoom focal distance (35mm cameraequivalent)Approx. 38 mm to 95 mmMaximum zoom scale: 2.5×

�! When you press the shutter button, there is a verybrief delay before the camera starts shooting.

�! You do not need to hold down the shutter button.�! The focus is fixed at 80 cm (2.6 ft.) to infinity.�! The focus and white balance are fixed during

shooting, but the exposure varies automatically tosuit the scene being shot.

Press the shutter button down fully to startshooting the movie.

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�! Once the remaining time runs out, movie shootingautomatically ends and the movie is stored on theSmartMedia.

During shooting, “hREC” appears on the LCDmonitor and the remaining time is displayed inthe top-right corner.

�! The time required to record a 20 second movie(roughly 3 MB) is approximately 3 seconds.

�! If you start shooting and then immediately endshooting, only 3 seconds of movie is recorded ontothe SmartMedia.

If you press the shutter button again duringshooting, shooting ends and the movie is storedon the SmartMedia.

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1Press “b (])” to play the movie.2The LCD monitor shows the playback time

and a playback progress bar.

�! If the subject of the movie is very bright, whitestreaks may appear on the image during playback.This is normal and is not a fault.

�! Movies cannot be played back using multi-frameplayback. Use the “DISP” button to revert to normalplayback.

1Set the Mode swich to “3”.2Use “d” or “c” to select the movie file.

Movies are displayed somewhat smaller thanstill images.

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The movie automatically stops when playback ends.Playback

Control Description

During playback, press “b(])” to pause playback. Press“b(])” again to resume paused playback.

Pause/Resume

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.Stop

During playback, press “c” for fast forward and “d” forrewind.

Fast forward/Rewind

i Each time you press “d ” or “c ” when the movie ispaused, the movie advances or goes back one frame.i Hold the button down to advance or rewind frames

continuously.

Skip playbackWhen paused

Rewind Forward

� Compatible movie files �The FinePix2600 ZOOM can play back movie files shot on a FinePix2600 ZOOM and movie files up to 20seconds long that were shot on a FUJIFILM digital camera and stored on a 3.3V SmartMedia. However,this camera cannot play back sound. If you attempt to play back a movie that is longer than 20 seconds,the “•” message appears and playback fails.

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g ERASING SINGLE • ALL FRAMES/FORMATTINGPLAYBACK MENU

Formatting erases all the data on theSmartMedia, including protected files.

�! Press the “BACK” button to exit the menu.

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display themenu.

2Use “d” or “c” to select “gERASE” and thenuse “a ([)” or “b (])” to select “FRAME”,“ALL FRAMES” or “FORMAT”.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button.

All f i les are erased except those that areprotected or that have DPOF settings. Copy anyfiles that you want to keep to your hard diskbeforehand.

Erase only the selected file.

�! The file for which “™” was displayedcannot be erased. Unprotect the frame using thecamera on which the protection was first applied.

�! “¢ ” is displayed for frames with DPOFsettings and they cannot be erased (➡P.82).

FRAME

ALL FRAMES

FORMATFormatting erases all the files. Take particularcare when formatting a SmartMedia as thisprocedure also erases all protected files and allfiles with DPOF settings. Copy any files that youwant to keep to your hard disk beforehand.

�! To cancel the frame erase procedure, press the“BACK” button.

A confirmation message appears. In “FRAME” mode, use “d” or “c” to select thefile and then press the “MENU/OK” button.When using “ALL FRAMES” or “FORMAT”,press the “MENU/OK” button.

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21 02 01 0201DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format and refers to a format that is used forrecording printing specifications for images shot using a digital camera on media such asthe SmartMedia. The recorded specifications include information on which frames are tobe printed and how many prints of each frame are required.

This section gives a detailed description of how to order your prints with the FinePix2600ZOOM.

✽ Note that some printers do not support date and time imprinting or specification of thenumber of prints.

✽ Note that the warnings shown below may be displayed while you are specifying theprints.

f DPOF DATE SETTINGPLAYBACK MENU

This function allows you to select whether or notthe date of shooting is included on the print.1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu on the LCD monitor.2Use “d” or “c” to select “fDPOF”.

1Use “b (])” to select “kDATE”.2Use “d ” or “c ” to specify “DATE ON” or

“DATE OFF”. The selected setting is then validfor all frames with DPOF settings until thecamera is switched off.Then specify the DPOF settings (➡P.56).

�! You must specify whether or not the date is includedbefore you specify the DPOF settings.

�! The DPOF menu options do not appear when amovie file is selected.

�! You may not be able to specify DPOF settings forsome still shots taken on other cameras.

¢ (➡P.82)If the “¢” message appears, you cannot erase the frame. Cancel the “DPOF”settings and then try again

ˆ (➡P.82)No more than 1000 frame;s can be specified on the same SmartMedia.

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You can only specify one print per frame (image)in the DPOF settings.1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu.2Use “d” or “c” to select “fDPOF”.3With “OK” selected, press the “MENU/OK”

button.

1If you select a frame for which DPOF settingshave already been specified, the“∑” message appears.

2Pressing the “MENU/OK” button erases allthe DPOF settings already specified. Youmust then specify the DPOF settings again.

�! The DPOF menu options are not displayed duringmovie playback.

�! You cannot specify printing for more than one printper frame.

�! Press the “BACK” button to leave the previoussettings unchanged.

�! You can check the previous settings by playing backthe images (➡P.32).

1Use “d” or “c” to display the frame for which youwant to specify DPOF settings.

2Use “a ([)” or “b (])” to select the setting forthe frame to be printed. If you have selected thedate setting, the “k” icon is displayed.

When you have finished specifying the DPOFsettings, always press the “MENU/OK” button toconfirm the settings.If you press the “BACK” button, no DPOFsettings are specified.

�! DPOF settings cannot be specified for movies.�! Note that the “k” icon is not displayed during playback.�! “TOTAL” shows the total number of frames for which

prints have been ordered.

�! You can only specify one print per image in theDPOF settings. Also, the maximum number of framesfor which you can specify print settings on the sameSmartMedia is 999.

To specify more DPOF settings, repeat steps 01 and 02.

To specify additional DPOF settings, repeatsteps 01 and 02 and select “SET” for the framesto be printed.

Pressing the “MENU/OK” button confirms all thesettings. You cannot reset a portion of thesettings without resetting them all.

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If you select “SET–UP”, the “SET–UP” screenappears.1Use “a ([)” or “b (])” to select the desired

setting.2Use “d” or “c” to change the setting.

Press the “MENU/OK” button to exit set-up.

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display themenu screen.

2Use “d” or “c” to select “dOPTION” and “a([)” or “b (])” to select the desired setting.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button to move to theselected setting.

�! Press “c” for “DATE/TIME”.

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� List of Settings

Using SET–UP

POWER SAVE OFF/ONThis function prevents battery depletion by reducing powerconsumption when the camera is not being used. See P.62for details.

OFF

� SET–UP menu options

q AUTOq MANUALj QUALITY (P.60)SET–UPLCD BRIGHTNESS (P.61)

q Still Image mode

———SET–UPLCD BRIGHTNESS (P.61)

e Movie mode

———SET–UPLCD BRIGHTNESS (P.61)

3 Playback mode

USB MODE

DATE/TIME

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SET

See P.63 for details.

You can use this to set the date and time. See P.19 fordetails.

DSC

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BEEP T LOW/HIGH/OFF This setting selects the volume of the beep emitted by thecamera during camera operation.LOW

LANGUAGE ENGLISH/FRANCAIS Select English or French as the language used for screendisplay.ENGLISH

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1Use “a ([)” or “b (])” to change the filesize setting and “d” or “c” to change thequality setting.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm thesetting.

Quality (compression ratio)Select “FINE” for better image quality and“BASIC” to increase the number of availableshots.In most cases, the “NORMAL” setting providesmore than adequate image quality.

�! There are 6 combinations of file size and qualitysettings in all. The number of available shots variesdepending on the combination you select (➡P.27).

01You can choose any combination of 3 file sizesand 3 image quality settings. Use the table belowas a guide to the best settings for your shots.

!: For printing the whole image at A5 size (6 ×8 in.) or printing a part of the image at A6size (4 × 6 in.)

@: For printing at A6 size (4 × 6 in.)#: For use via the Internet as an e-mail

attachment, etc.

8 (1600 × 1200)

9 (1280 × 960)

0 (640 × 480)

FINE NORMAL BASIC

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File size

�! To exit this procedure without changing the settings,press the “BACK” button.

When you use the “LCD BRIGHTNESS” settings,an “adjustment bar” appears on the LCD monitor.

1Use “d” or “c” to adjust the LCD monitorbrightness.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm theadjustment.

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�! To exit this procedure without changing the settings,press the “BACK” button.

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POWER SAVESET–UP 6 PC Connection IN PC CONNECTION

Once you enable this function, the LCD monitoris temporarily switched off to save power if youdo not use the camera for 30 seconds, Use thisfunction to gain the maximum possible run timefrom your batteries.

�! The charging time for the flash increases slightlybecause the flash charging power is reduced.

When the Power Save function is operating,press the shutter button down halfway to returnthe camera to the “ready to shoot” status. This isa useful feature as it allows you to take picturesmore quickly than switching the camera off andthen on again.

�! When the Power Save function is operating,pressing the shutter button down fully returns thecamera to the “ready to shoot” status and takes thepicture.

�! Power Save/Auto Power Off does not function whena USB connection is being used.

�! Operation can also be restored by pressing buttonsother than the shutter button.

Sleep mode does not operate when the LCDmonitor is switched off, during playback mode orduring SET–UP, but the camera doesautomatically switch off if it is not used forapproximately 2 minutes (AUTO POWER OFF).

DSC Mode

PC Connection describes how to set up a USB connection and provides an overview of the functionsavailable using a USB connection. Refer also to the Software Quick Start Guide booklet.

This mode provides a simple way to read imagesfrom a SmartMedia and store images on to aSmartMedia (➡P.64).

PC CAM (camera) ModeThis function allows you to conduct videoconferencingsessions between PCs connected to the Internet.This function can also be used to record video on aPC (➡P.66).

�! Videoconferencing is not supported onMacintosh computers.

� The First Time You Connect Your Camera to a Computer �You must set up your computer as described below. Refer also to the Software Quick Start Guide booklet.

Windows1Load the enclosed CD-ROM into your PC’s CD-ROM drive and install the application software.2With the CD-ROM loaded into your PC, select DSC connection mode and install the driver software.3With the CD-ROM loaded into your PC, select PC CAMERA connection mode and install the driver

software.

MacintoshLoad the enclosed CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive and install all the software.

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1Load a SmartMedia containing photographedimages into your camera.

2Slide the Power switch sideways to switch thecamera on.

3Set the “USB MODE” setting in the “SET–UP”menu to “DSC” (➡P.58).

4Slide the Power switch sideways to switch thecamera off.

1Switch your computer on.2Use the special USB cable to connect the camera to

your computer.3Switch the camera on.

Always use the prescribed procedure whendisconnecting or switching off the camera (➡P.68).

If you are connecting your camera to a Windows PCfor the first time, the “Add New Hardware Wizard”window opens and driver software installationbegins (➡Software Quick Start Guide booklet).

�! You should use the AC power adapter when the camerais connected to your computer (➡P.21). Loss of powerduring data transmission can prevent successful datadownloading.

�! Ensure that you insert the USB cable plugs into thecorrect sockets.

�! Push the cable plugs firmly into the connector sockets.

�! Switch the camera off when you change theSmartMedia (➡P.68).

�! Do not disconnect the USB cable when the camerais communicating with the computer. See P.68 forinformation on the disconnection procedure.

i The viewfinder lamp alternately blinks greenand orange while the camera iscommunicating with your computer.i “DSC” appears on the LCD monitor.i Power Save/Auto Power Off does not function

when a USB connection is being used.

i FinePixViewer automatically starts up.

i A removable disk icon appears and you canuse your computer to transfer files to and fromthe camera.

Camera Operation Computer Operation

Windows Macintosh

✽ Screen for Windows 98 SE

If the above operations do not occur, you do nothave the required software programs or driversinstalled on your computer. Refer to theSoftware Quick Start Guide booklet andcomplete the required computer setupprocedures. Then reconnect the camera to yourcomputer.

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CONNECTING AT PC-CAMERA MODE

PC(USB)socket

(USB)socket

DC IN 3VsocketCamera

2

1Open the lens cover.2Slide the Power switch sideways to switch the

camera on.3Set the “USB MODE” setting in the “SET–UP”

menu to “PC CAM” (➡P.58).4Slide the Power switch sideways to switch the

camera off.

1Switch your computer on.2Use the special USB cable to connect the camera to

your computer.3Switch the camera on.

Always use the prescribed procedure whendisconnecting or switching off the camera (➡P.68).

If you are connecting your camera to a Windows PCfor the first time, the “Add New Hardware Wizard”window opens and driver software installationbegins (➡Software Quick Start Guide booklet).

�! You should use the AC power adapter when the camerais connected to your computer (➡P.21). Loss of powerduring data transmission can prevent successful datadownloading.

�! Ensure that you insert the USB cable plugs into thecorrect sockets.

�! Push the cable plugs firmly into the connector sockets.

�! Do not close the lens cover while the camera andPC are communicating. If you close the lens cover,the “¥ ” warning is displayed andcommunication is interrupted.

�! Do not disconnect the USB cable when the camerais communicating with the computer. See P.68 forinformation on the disconnection procedure.

i The viewfinder lamp alternately blinks greenand orange while the camera is communicatingwith your computer.i The lens is fixed at the wide-angle zoom setting.i “PC CAM” appears on the LCD monitor.i Power Save/Auto Power Off does not function

when a USB connection is being used.

i FinePixViewer automatically starts up and thePicture Hello window opens (Windows only).

i You can use softwaresuch as VideoImpressionto view live images.

Camera Operation Computer Operation

✽ Screen for Windows 98 SE

✽ Macintosh screen

If the above operations do not occur, you do nothave the required software programs or driversinstalled on your computer. Refer to the SoftwareQuick Start Guide booklet and complete therequired computer setup procedures. Thenreconnect the camera to your computer.

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DISCONNECTING FROM THE PC (Important — always use this procedure.)

1Quit al l applications (FinePixViewer,VideoImpression, etc.) that are using thecamera.

2Check that the viewfinder lamp is glowinggreen (that the camera is not communicatingwith the computer).

Perform the steps shown below before youswitch the camera off. This procedurediffers depending on the operating systemsoftware (or PC) you are using.

No PC operation is needed.

Left-click the Eject icon in the taskbar and eject“USB disk”.

�! Even after the “Copying...” message is no longerdisplayed on your computer, communication with thecamera may still be in progress. Always check thatthe viewfinder lamp on the camera is glowing greenand is no longer flashing.

Windows 98 or 98 SE

Windows Me

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For a PC CAMERA connection, proceed to step .3

Drag the “Removable drive” icon on the desktopto the Trash.

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1Switch the camera off.2Unplug the special USB cable from the

camera.

(USB)socket

Left-click the Eject icon in the taskbar and eject“USB Mass Storage”.

�! If you are using Windows, you cannot disconnect thecamera by right-clicking the removable disk icon (thecamera) and selecting “Eject”. Always follow theproper procedure as given above beforedisconnecting the camera from your PC.

01Windows 2000 Professional

Macintosh

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✽ Display this message and then click the “OK” button.

✽ Display this message and then click the “OK” button.

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Accessories GuideSystem Expansion Options

e By using the FinePix2600 ZOOM together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system canbe expanded to fill a wide range of uses.

PC CARDADAPTER

(USB)

(PC card slot)

Personal Computer (commercially available)

(Floppy disk drive)

Digital Photo Printer

(USB)

(IEEE1394)

(USB)

SmartMediaFinePix2600 ZOOM

Digital camera

PC Card Adapter

Image Memory Card Reader

Image Memory Card Reader

Floppy Disk Adapter (FlashPath)

TV monitor (commercially available)

e The optional accessories (sold separately) can make taking pictures with the FinePix2600 ZOOMeven easier. For information on how to attach and use the accessories, refer to the instructionsprovided with the accessory used.

h SmartMedia™These are separately available SmartMedia cards. Use the following SmartMedia:hMG-4S: 4MB, 3.3V hMG-8S: 8MB, 3.3V hMG-16S/SW: 16MB, 3.3VhMG-32S/SW: 32MB, 3.3V hMG-64/SW: 64MB, 3.3V hMG-128SW: 128MB, 3.3V✽ Some 3.3V SmartMedia are labelled as “3V” or “ID” cards.

� AC Power Adapter AC-3VUse the AC power adapter when you want to take pictures or play back imagesfor long periods or when the camera is connected to a computer.✽ The Shapes of the AC power adapter, the plug and socket outlet depend on the country.

� Fujifilm Rechargeable Battery 2HR-3UFThe 2HR-3UF includes 2 pieces of high-capacity AA-size Nickel Metal Hydride 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 110 minutes.Up to 4 Ni-MH or Ni-Cd batteries can be charged simultaneously.

� SC-FX26This is a special case made of polyester that protects the camera against soiling,dust and minor impacts when it is being carried.

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Explanation of TermsAF/AE Lock:On the FinePix2600 ZOOM, pressing the shutter button downhalf way locks the focus and exposure settings (AF and AElock). If you want to focus on a subject that is not centered inthe frame or change the picture composition after theexposure is set, you can obtain good results by changing thecomposition after the AF and AE settings are locked.

DPOF: Digital Print Order FormatDPOF is a format used for recording information on astorage media (image memory card, etc.) that allows you tospecify which of the frames shot using a digital camera areprinted and how many prints are made of each image.

EV:A number that denotes exposure. The EV is determined bythe brightness of the subject and sensitivity (speed) of thefilm or CCD. The number is larger for bright subjects andsmaller for dark subjects. As the brightness of the subjectchanges, a digital camera maintains the amount of lighthitting the CCD at a constant level by adjusting the apertureand shutter speed.When the amount of light striking the CCD doubles, the EVincreases by 1. Likewise, when the light is halved, the EVdecreases by 1.

JPEG:Joint Photographics Experts GroupA file format used for compressing and saving color images.The compression ratio can be selected, but the higher thecompression ratio, the poorer the quality of the expandedimage.

Motion JPEG:A type of AVI (Audio Video Interleave) file format that handles

images and sound as a single file. Images in the file arerecorded in JPEG format. Motion JPEG can be played backby QuickTime 3.0 or later. You can use the following softwareto play back movies on your personal computer.

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

PC Card Standard:A standard for PC cards determined by the PCMCIA.

PCMCIA:Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (US).

White Balance:Whatever the kind of the light, the human eye adapts to it sothat a white object still looks white. On the other hand, devicessuch as digital cameras see a white subject as white by firstadjusting the color balance to suit the color of the ambient lightaround the subject. This adjustment is called matching thewhite balance. A function that automatically matches the whitebalance is called an Automatic White Balance function.

Accessories Guide

h SM-R2 Image Memory Card ReaderThe SM-R2 provides a quick and easy way to transfer images back and forthbetween your PC and an image memory card (SmartMedia). The SM-R2 uses theUSB interface for high-speed file transfer.h Compatible with Windows 98/98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional,

iMac or Power Macintosh PCs which support USB as standard.

h PC-AD3 PC Card AdapterThe PC Card Adapter allows the SmartMedia to be used as a PC Card StandardATA-compliant (PCMCIA 2.1) PC card (Type II).h Compatible with SmartMedia of 5V/3.3V, 2MB to 128MB.

h FD-A2 Floppy Disk Adapter (FlashPath)This adapter is the same size and shape as a 3.5-inch floppy disk. You can copythe images on a SmartMedia to your PC simply by loading the SmartMedia into thefloppy disk adapter and then inserting the adapter into your floppy disk drive.

h DM-R1 Image Memory Card ReaderThis device provides a simple way to transfer image data in either directionbetween your PC and an image memory card (SmartMedia or CompactFlashType II (Microdrive-compatible)).The IEEE 1394 interface provides high-speed data transfer.h Compatible with Windows 98SE, Windows 2000 Professional (read-only), iMacDV

and Power Macintosh PCs with FireWire as a standard feature. Mac OS 8.5.1 to 9.1

Compatible OS Compatible SmartMediaWindows 95/98/98SE/Me/NT4.0Mac OS 7.6.1 to 9.1 5V/3.3V, 2MB to 128MBFD-A2

PC CARDADAPTER

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Notes on the Power Supply

hUse AA-size nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries in thiscamera.AA-size lithium or manganese batteries cannot be used asthey emit heat and can cause camera faults or damage.hOnly use alkaline batteries for emergencies. The

capacities of alkaline batteries vary depending on thebrand and the life of some batteries (the time for whichthey provide power) may be much shorter than others.You should also switch the LCD monitor off when usingalkaline batteries.

hDo not store batteries in very warm or moist locations.hKeep the batteries out of the reach of babies and small

children.hWhen loading the batteries in the camera, ensure that the

battery polarity (= and -) is as indicated on the camera.hDo not use new batteries together with used batteries. In

the case of rechargeable batteries, do not use chargedand discharged batteries together. Do not use batteriesof 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 ifthe camera is left with the batteries removed, the timeand date settings are cleared.)hThe batteries may feel warm immediately after being

used. Before removing the batteries, switch the cameraoff and wait until the batteries cool down.hWhen replacing the batteries, always fit 2 new batteries.

Here, “new batteries” refers to batteries that were recentlyfully charged at the same time.hBattery performance deteriorates at low temperatures

(+10°C/+50°F or below) and the time for which they can beused shortens. This is particularly true of alkaline batteries.In cold conditions, put the batteries in your pocket or asimilar place to warm them before loading them into thecamera. If you use a body warmer to warm the batteries,ensure that they are not in direct contact with the warmer.hSoil, such as fingerprints, on the battery terminals can

significantly reduce the number of available shots. Carefullywipe the battery terminals clean with a soft, dry cloth beforeloading the batteries.

Applicable Batteries

Incorrect use of the batteries could cause them to leak,become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe theprecautions given below.hDo not heat the batteries or throw them into a fire.hDo not carry or store a battery with metal objects such as

necklaces or hairpins that could come into contact withthe metal positive = and negative - poles of the battery.hDo not expose the batteries to fresh or sea water, and

take particular care to keep the terminals dry.hDo not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the

batteries.hDo not attempt to peel off or cut the battery casing.hDo not drop, strike or otherwise subject the batteries to

strong impacts.hDo not use batteries that are leaking, deformed,

discolored or exhibit any other obvious abnormality.

Notes on the Batteries

Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly

� Places to AvoidDo not store or use the camera in the following types oflocations :h 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

places 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.

� Do not expose the camera to sandThe FinePix2600 ZOOM is particularly and adverselyaffected by sand. In sandy locations such as beachesor deserts, or in locations where there is wind bornesand, ensure that the camera is not exposed to sand.This can cause faults that may be irreparable.

� Notes on CondensationIf the camera is carried suddenly from a cold locationinto a warm place, water droplets (condensation) mayform on the inside of the camera or on the lens. Whenthis occurs, switch the camera off and wait an hourbefore using the camera. Condensation may also formon the SmartMedia card. In this event, remove theSmartMedia and wait a short time before using it again.

� When the Camera is Unused for Long PeriodsIf you do not intend to use the camera for a long periodof time, remove the batteries and the SmartMedia cardbefore storing the camera.

� Cleaning Your Camerah Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens and

LCD surface and then wipe lightly with a soft, drycloth. If any soil remains, apply a small amount oflens cleaning liquid to a piece of FUJIFILM lenscleaning paper and wipe gently.h Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD

monitor screen or viewfinder as these surfaces areeasily damaged.h Clean the body of the camera with a soft dry cloth. Do

not use volatile substances such as thinners, benzineor insecticide, as these may react with camera bodyand cause deformation or remove the coating.

� Using the Camera OverseasWhen travelling overseas, do not place your camera inthe check-in baggage. Baggage handling at airportsmay subject baggage to violent shocks, and the cameramay be damaged internally even when no externaldamage is visible.

e Be sure to read this information in conjunction with “Safety Notes” (➡P.88) to ensure that you useyour camera correctly.

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Always use the AC-3V AC Power Adapter (sold separately)with the FinePix2600 ZOOM.The use of an AC power adapter other than the AC-3Vcould result in damage to your camera.hEnsure that you do not touch the contact areas on the

AC power adapter against any other metal object as thiscould cause a short circuit.hDo not plug in the AC power adapter while you are

operating the camera using batteries. Switch the cameraoff first.hDo not load the batteries while you are operating the

camera using the AC power adapter. Switch the cameraoff first.h If you disconnect the AC power adapter when there are

no batteries in the camera, the date and time settings willbe lost and must be reset.

Notes on Using the AC Power Adapter

BC-NHS Battery Charger SpecificationsRated inputInput capacityRated outputApplicablebatteriesCharging

hThere may be vibration noises from inside the batterycharger during use. This is normal and does not indicatea fault.hDo not use the battery charger to charge batteries other

than FUJIFILM HR-3UF Ni-MH batteries.hThe battery charger could cause interference if placed

close to a radio during charging. In this event, move theradio and charger further apart.hDo not touch the connections or contact points on

rechargeable batteries with other metal objects as thiscan cause a short circuit.hDo not leave the battery charger in the following locations:

Locations subject to strong vibrations, in very dustylocations, or in locations with very high humidity or hightemperatures, such as close to a heating appliance or indirect sunlight.hThe battery charger accepts input voltages of 100-240 V AC

at 50 or 60 Hz and can be used outside Japan. However,because the shapes of power sockets vary by country andby region, an appropriate plug adapter is also required foreach country. Consult your travel agent for details.

100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz100 – 240 V ~ 0.07 A1.2 V DC, 400 mA × 2FUJIFILM HR-3UF (Ni-MH, 1600 mAh or1700 mAh)HR-3UF (1600 mAh): Approx. 4.5 hours

timeDimensions

Mass (Weight)Operating temperatures

HR-3UF (1700 mAh): Approx. 5 hours90 mm × 68 mm × 26.5 mm (3.55 in. × 2.7 in. × 1.05 in.) (L × W × D)Approx. 85 g (3.0 oz) (excluding batteries)0°C to + 40°C (+ 32°F to + 104°F)

If any liquid at all leaks from the batteries, wipe the batterycompartment thoroughly and then load new batteries.If any battery fluid comes into contact with your hands orclothing, flush the area thoroughly with water. Note that batteryfluid can cause loss of eyesight if it gets in your eyes. If thisoccurs, do not rub your eyes. Flush the fluid out with clean waterand contact your physician for treatment.

� Disposing of BatteriesWhen disposing of batteries, do so in accordance with yourlocal waste disposal regulations.

� Notes on using compact rechargeable batteries(Ni-MH batteries)

hTo charge AA-size Ni-MH batteries, follow the correctcharging procedure using the special charger provided orthe optional fast charger.hDo not use the battery charger to charge batteries other

than those specified for use with the charger.hNote that the batteries may feel warm immediately after

being charged.hNi-MH batteries are not charged at shipment.hThe camera mechanism is such that it draws a minute

amount of current even when the camera is switched off.Note particularly that Ni-MH batteries will become over-discharged if left in the camera for a long period and willno longer be usable even if recharged.hNi-MH batteries self-discharge even when they are not

being used. Always charge Ni-MH and Ni-Cd batteriesbefore using them. If the time for which a battery providespower shortens markedly when it has been correctly

charged, this indicates that the battery has reached theend of its effective life and should be replaced.hSoil (fingerprints, etc) on the terminals of Ni-MH batteries

can greatly reduce the number of available shots. Whenthis occurs, clean the terminals carefully with a soft drycloth. Then use up the remaining charge in the batteriesand recharge them.hNewly 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 batterylow warning or a low number of available shots.) This is anormal characteristic of the batteries and does not indicatea fault. Repeatedly charging and using the batteries 3 or 4times 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 isstill ample charge remaining in the battery. To restore thebatteries to their normal condition, use up all the chargein the batteries before recharging them.

✽ Memory effect: A phenomenon affecting the batterycharacteristics such that the apparent battery capacitydecreases.

hRechargeable batteries and the battery charger itself willbecome warm due to the power stored inside thebatteries. This is normal and does not indicate a fault.Wherever possible, use the battery charger in a well-ventilated location.

Notes on the Power Supply

Notes on Using the Battery Charger

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h Do not use or store SmartMedia in very hot, humid orcorrosive environments.h Take care not to touch the SmartMedia’s contact area

or allow the area to become soiled. Use a dry lint-freecloth to wipe away any soiling that does occur.h To avoid damage caused by static electricity, always

use the special static-free case provided duringtransportation or storage, or keep the SmartMedia ina storage case if available.h Do not carry SmartMedia in locations such as a

trouser pocket. This could subject the SmartMedia toexcessive force when you sit down, therebydamaging the SmartMedia.h The SmartMedia may feel warm when it is removed

from the camera after extended periods of picturetaking or image viewing. This is normal and does notindicate a fault.h Inserting a SmartMedia that is charged with static

electricity into your camera may result in a cameramalfunction. If this occurs, switch the camera off andthen on again.h Affix the label onto the designated area of the card.

Do not use third-party labels as this can lead toproblems when the card is inserted or removed.hWhen you attach the label, take care that it does not

cover any of the write-protect area.

�Notes on Using SmartMedia with a PCh If you intend to take photos using a SmartMedia that

has been used on a PC, format the SmartMedia onyour camera.hWhen you format a SmartMedia in the camera and

then shoot and record images, a directory (folder) isautomatically created. Image data is then recorded inthis directory.h Do not change or delete the directory (folder) names

or file names on the SmartMedia from your PC as thiswill make it impossible to use the SmartMedia in yourcamera.h Always use the camera to erase image data on a

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

hard disk and then edit the copied data.

�SpecificationsType Image memory card for digital cameras

(SmartMedia)Operating voltage 3.3VOperating conditions Temperature:

0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F)Humidity: 80% or less (condensation free)

Dimensions 37 mm × 45 mm × 0.76 mm(1.45 in. × 1.77 in. × 0.03 in.) (W × H × D)

�SmartMediaThe SmartMedia card supplied with your FinePix2600ZOOM camera is a new image recording mediumdeveloped especially for use in digital cameras. EachSmartMedia card contains a built-in semiconductormemory chip (NAND flash memory) which is used forstoring digital image data.Because the data is stored electronically, the storedimage data can be erased from the card and new datarecorded.

�SmartMedia with IDThe SmartMedia ID is a SmartMedia that has anindividually assigned identification number. SmartMediaID cards can be used with devices that use ID numbersfor copyright protection or other purposes. This cameraaccepts SmartMedia ID cards in the same way asconventional SmartMedia cards.

�Storing DataIn the situations listed below, recorded data may beerased (destroyed). Please note that Fuji Photo FilmCo., Ltd. accepts no responsibility whatsoever for theloss (destruction) of recorded data.✽ When the SmartMedia is used incorrectly by the

owner or a third party✽ When the SmartMedia is exposed to static electricity

or electrical noise

✽ When the SmartMedia cover is opened or theSmartMedia removed, or when the camera isswitched off during data recording, during dataerasing (SmartMedia formatting) or during frameadvance when images are being played back.

Back up important data onto another medium.(MO disk, floppy disk, hard disk, etc.)

�Notes on Handling SmartMediahWhen inserting a SmartMedia, take care to hold it

straight when pushing it into the camera.h Never remove the SmartMedia or switch the camera

off during data recording, during data erasing(SmartMedia formatting) or during frame advancewhen images are being played back. These actionscould result in damage to the SmartMedia.h Use only the SmartMedia specified for use with the

FinePix2600 ZOOM. The use of other SmartMediacould damage the camera.h SmartMedia are precision electronic devices. Do not

bend, drop, or subject SmartMedia to excessiveshocks.h Do not use or store SmartMedia in environments

likely to be affected by strong static electricity orelectrical noise.

Notes on the SmartMedia™

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Warning Displayed Explanation Remedy

There is a strong likelihood ofcamera shake because theshutter speed is slow.

A protected frame was erased.

Outside the AE continuous range.

Protected files cannot be erased. Unprotect theframe using the camera on which theprotection was first applied.

The shot can be taken, but the exposure willnot be correct.

Use flash photography. However, a tripodshould be used for some scenes and modes.

i The data could not be recordeddue to a SmartMedia error or aconnection error between theSmartMedia and camera.i The photographed image

cannot be recorded as it is toolarge to fit in the availablespace on the SmartMedia.

i Re-insert the SmartMedia or switch thecamera off and then on again.

i Use a new SmartMedia.

The frame number has reached999–9999.

Take the shots using a formatted SmartMedia.

The AF (auto focus) cannot workeffectively.

i If the image is too dark, take the picture at adistance of around 1.5 m (4.9 ft.) from thesubject.i Use AF lock to take the picture.

(Lit red) (Flashing red)

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

Warning Displayed Explanation Remedy

The camera battery is low oncharge.

There is no SmartMedia loaded, or theSmartMedia loaded is a 5-volt card.

i The SmartMedia is not formatted.i The SmartMedia terminals are

soiled.

iCamera fault.

i The SmartMedia terminals aresoiled.i The SmartMedia is damaged.i The SmartMedia format is

incorrect.i Camera fault.

The SmartMedia is fully recorded.

The SmartMedia is write-protected.

i An attempt was made toplayback a frame not recorded onthis camera.i The SmartMedia terminals are

soiled.

i You attempted to play a moviewith a recording time longer than20 seconds.

Replace or recharge the battery.

Load a SmartMedia (3.3-volt).

iWipe the contact area on the SmartMedia with asoft dry cloth. It may be necessary to format theSmartMedia. If the error message is sti l ldisplayed, replace the SmartMedia.i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

iWipe the contact area on the SmartMedia with asoft dry cloth. It may be necessary to format theSmartMedia. If the error message is sti l ldisplayed, replace the SmartMedia.

i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

Use a SmartMedia that is not write-protected.

i Images cannot be played back.

iWipe the contact surface on the SmartMediathoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. In some cases,you may have to format the SmartMedia.i You cannot play back movies that are more than

20 seconds long.

Erase some images or use a SmartMedia that hasample free space.

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Troubleshooting e If 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.

i Load a new fully charged battery.i Plug the adapter back in.

Power cuts out duringoperation.

i The battery is exhausted. i Load a new fully charged battery.

Battery runs out quickly. i Camera is being used in extremely coldconditions.

i The terminals are soiled.

i The battery is flat.

i Put the battery in your pocket or anotherwarm place to heat it and then load it intothe camera just before you take a picture.iWipe the battery terminals with a clean,

dry cloth.i Load a new fully charged battery.

No photograph is takenwhen the shutter buttonis pressed.

i No SmartMedia is loaded.i The SmartMedia is fully recorded.

i The SmartMedia is write-protected.i The SmartMedia is not formatted.i The SmartMedia contact area is soiled.

i The SmartMedia is damaged.i The Auto Power Off function has switched

the camera off.i The battery is exhausted.

i Load a SmartMedia.i Load a new SmartMedia or erase a

frame.i Remove the write-protection.i Format the SmartMedia.iWipe the SmartMedia contact area with

a clean dry cloth.i Load a new SmartMedia.i Switch the camera on.

i Load a new fully charged battery.

ExplanationWarning Displayed Remedy

Warning Displays

Camera malfunction or fault. i Switch the camera on again, taking care notto touch the lens.i Turn the camera off and on again a few

times.

Prints were specified for morethan 1000 frames in the DPOFframe settings.

The maximum number of frames for whichprints can be specif ied on the sameSmartMedia is 999.

The lens cover is not open. Open the lens cover.

There is a print order specified forimage you attempted to erase.

To erase the image, specify “RESET” as theDPOF setting.

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Problem Cause Remedy

Nothing happens when Iuse the switches andbuttons on the camera.

i Camera malfunction.

i The battery exhausted.

i Remove the battery, re-insert and tryagain.i Load a new fully charged battery.

Frame erase does noterase the frame.

i The frame is protected.

i DPOF settings are specified for someframes.

i Unprotect the frame using the camera onwhich the protection was first applied.i Cancel the DPOF settings for the frame

and try again.

The “¥ ”warning or playbackscreen appears on theLCD monitor when thecamera is connected tomy personal computer.

i The USB cable is not correctly connectedto the personal computer or camera.i The PC is not switched on.i The lens cover is closed.

i Set up the camera and USB cablecorrectly.i Switch the PC on.i Open the lens cover fully.

The camera no longerworks correctly.

i The camera has suffered an unforeseenproblem.

i Remove the battery briefly and thenreload the battery and try again.

The ERASE ALL functiondoes not erase all theframes.

Problem Cause Remedy

Troubleshooting

Can’t use the flash totake pictures.

i The flash is set to Suppressed Flashmode (The flash is closed).

i The shutter button was pressed while theflash was charging.i The battery is exhausted.

i Set the flash to Auto, Red-eye Reductionor Forced Flash mode. (Some modes donot allow flash photography.)iWait until charging is completed before

pressing the shutter button.i Load a new full charged battery.

The playback image istoo dark even thoughthe flash was used.

i The subject is too far away.i The flash was covered by your finger.

i Move closer to the subject.i Hold the camera correctly.

The image is blurred. i The lens is dirty.i The lens is zoomed to telephoto in Macro

mode.i The photographed subject was too dark.

i Clean the lens.i Cancel Macro mode.

i Try standing about 1.5 m (4.9 ft.) fromyour subject to take the picture.

There is speckling onthe image.

i The shot was taken with a slow shutterspeed (long exposure) in a high-temperature environment.

i This is a characteristic of CCDs anddoes not indicate a camera fault.

Can’t format theSmartMedia.

i The SmartMedia is write-protected. i Remove the write-protection. (Peel off the write-protect sticker.)

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Input/Output Terminals

Power Supply and Others

h (USB) socketUSB (1) for image data output with a personal computerhDC IN 3V (Power input) socket

Special AC Power Adapter AC-3V

hPower supplyUse one of the following:i 2AA-size Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries (provided)iAC Power Adapter AC-3V (sold separately)hNumber of available shots using batteries (fully charged)

This indicates the number of available frames shotconsecutively at room temperature with a flash use rate of50%.hConditions for use

Temperature: 0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F); 80% humidityor less (no condensation)hCamera dimensions (W/H/D)

99.8 mm ✕ 65 mm ✕ 53.9 mm/3.9 in. ✕ 2.6 in. ✕ 2.1 in. (not including accessories and attachments)hCamera mass (weight)

Approx. 200 g/7.1 oz (not including accessories, batteries orSmartMedia)hMass (weight) for photography

Approx. 255 g/9.0 oz (including batteries and SmartMedia)hAccessories

See P.7hOptional Accessories

See P.71, 72

With LCD monitorOFF

With LCD monitorONBattery type

Ni-MH batteryHR-3UF Approx.150 frames✽ Approx.300 frames✽

Variable-speed, 1/2 to 1/1000 sec. (Using AE)h Flash (Auto flash using flash control sensor)

Effective range: Wide-angle Approx. 0.2 m – 3.0 m (0.6 ft. – 9.8 ft.): Telephoto Approx. 0.8 m – 3.0 m (2.6 ft. – 9.8 ft.)

Flash modes : Auto, Red-Eye Reduction,Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro

h LCD monitor1.8-inches, 72,000-pixels D-TFDhSelf-Timer

10 sec. timer clock

✽ With fully charged battery

Specifications

hModelDigital camera FinePix2600 ZOOMhCCD Sensor

1/2.7-inch square pixel CCDTotal number of pixels: Approx. 2.11 million; Number ofeffective pixels: 2.0 millionh Image file size

1600 × 1200 pixels (1.92 million pixels)/1280 × 960 pixels/640 × 480 pixelsh File format

Still image: JPEG (Exif Ver.2.1), DPOF-compatibleMovie : AVI format, motion JPEG✽Design rule for Camera File system complianthViewfinder

Real image optical; Frame coverage: 80%

h LensFujinon optical 3× zoom lens F3.5/F8.7hStorage media

SmartMedia (3.3V)h Focus distance

f = 6 – 18 mm (equivalent to 38 – 114 mm on a 35 mm camera)hExposure control

64 zones TTL metering, Program AE(exposure compensation available in Manual mode)hSensitivity

Equivalent to ISO 100hWhite balance

Auto (7 positions selectable in Manual mode)h Focal range

Normal:Approx. 0.8 m (2.6 ft.) in. to infinity Macro: Approx.10 cm (3.9 in.) to 80 cm (2.6 ft.)hShutter speeds

System

� Number of frames recorded

4MB (MG-4S)8MB (MG-8S)16MB (MG-16S/SW)32MB (MG-32S/SW)64MB (MG-64S/SW)128MB (MG-128SW)

File SizeQuality ModeImage Data Size

8 1600 ✕ 1200FINE

Approx.770KB Approx.390KB Approx.200KB Approx.620KB

4 9 19 6

10 19 39 12

25

50

101

204

20 39 75

41 79 152

82

166

159

319

306

613

NORMAL BASIC FINE

Approx.320KB

12

25

49

99

198

398

NORMAL

Approx.130KB

30

61

122

247

497

997

NORMAL —9 1280 ✕ 960 0 640 ✕ 480

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Approx. 23 sec.

Approx. 47 sec.

Approx. 94 sec.

Approx.191 sec.

Approx.385 sec.

Approx.774 sec.

Movie ✽ These specifications are subject to change without notice.FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resultingfrom errors in this Owner’s Manual.

✽ The LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufacturedusing advanced high-precision technology. Even so, smallbright points and anomalous colors (particularly aroundtext) may appear on the monitor. These are normal displaycharacteristics 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 cameraby the strong radio interference (i. e. electric fields, staticelectricity, line noise, etc.).

WARNINGWARNINGWARNING

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Do not use the camera in the bathroom orshower.This can cause a fire or electric shock.

Never attempt to take pictures while inmotion.Do not use the camera while you are walkingor operating a moving car or other vehicle.This can result in you falling down or beinginvolved in a traffic accident.

Do not touch any metal parts of thecamera during a thunderstorm.This can cause an electric shock due toinduced current from the lightning discharge.

Do not use the batteries except asspecified.Load the batteries with the poles positionedas indicated by the = and -marks.

Do not heat, modify or attempt todisassemble the batteries.Do not drop or subject the batteries toimpacts.Do not attempt to recharge lithium oralkaline batteries.Do not store the batteries with metallicproducts.Any of these actions can cause the batteries toburst or leak and cause fire or injury as a result.

Use only the batteries or AC poweradapter specified for use with this camera.Do not use voltages other than thepower supply voltage shown.The use of other power sources can causea fire.

If the battery leaks and fluid gets intoyour eyes or comes into contact withyour skin or clothing, this can causeinjury or loss of eyesight. Immediatelyflush the affected area thoroughly withclean water and seek medical treatment.

When discarding or storing batteries,cover the battery terminals withinsulation tape.h Contact with other metallic objects or

batteries could cause the batteries toignite or burst.

Do not use the charger to chargebatteries other than those specified here.The charger is designed for Fujifilm HR-AANiMH batteries. Using the charger tocharge conventional batteries or othertypes of rechargeable batteries can causethe batteries to leak fluid, overheat or burst.

Do not use in thebathroom or shower.

Safety Notes

h To ensure that you use your FinePix2600 ZOOMcamera correctly, read these Safety Notes and yourOwner’s Manual carefully beforehand.h After reading these Safety Notes, store them in a safe

place.

About the IconsThe icons shown below are used in this document toindicate the severity of the injury or damage that canresult if the information indicated by the icon is ignoredand the product is used incorrectly as a result.

WARNINGThis icon indicates that death orserious injury can result if theinformation is ignored.

CAUTIONThis icon indicates that personalinjury or material damage canresult if the information is ignored.

The icons shown below are used to indicate the natureof the information which is to be observed.

Triangular icons notify the user of informationrequiring attention (“Important ”).

Circular icons with a diagonal bar notify theuser that the action indicated is prohibited(“Prohibited”).

Filled circles with an exclamation mark notifythe user of an action that must be performed(“Required”).

Do notdisassemble.

If a problem arises, switch the cameraoff, remove the battery, disconnectand unplug the AC power adapter.Continued use of the camera when it isemitting smoke, is emitting any unusualodor, or is in any other abnormal statecan cause a fire or electric shock.h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

Do not allow water or foreign objectsto enter the camera.If water or foreign objects get inside thecamera, switch the camera off, removethe battery and disconnect and unplugthe AC power adapter.Continued use of the camera can causea fire or electric shock.h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

Do not place the camera on anunstable surface.This can cause the camera to fall or tipover and cause injury.

Never attempt to modify or disassemblethe camera. (Never open the casing.)Do not use the camera when it has beendropped or the casing is damaged.This can cause a fire or electric shock.h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

Unplug from power socket.

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CAUTION CAUTION

EC Declaration of Conformity

Do not cover or wrap the camera or theAC power adapter in a cloth or quilt.This can cause heat to build up anddistort the casing or cause a fire.

When you are cleaning the camera oryou do not plan to use the camera foran extended period, remove thebattery and disconnect and unplugthe AC power adapter.Failure to do so can cause a fire orelectric shock.

Using a flash too close to a person’seyes may temporarily affect theeyesight.Take particular care when photographinginfants and young children.

Request regular internal testing andcleaning for your camera.Build-up of dust in your camera cancause a fire or electric shock.h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to

request internal cleaning every 2 years.

When charging ends, unplug thecharger from the power socket.Leaving the charger plugged into thepower socket can cause a fire.

Do not use this camera in locationsseverely affected by oil fumes, steam,humidity or dust.This can cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not leave this camera in placessubject to extremely high temperatures.Do not leave the camera in locations suchas a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight.This can cause a fire.

Keep out of the reach of small children.This product could cause injury in thehands of a child.

Do not place heavy objects on thecamera.This can cause the heavy object to tipover or fall and cause injury.

Do not move the camera while the ACpower adapter is still connected.Do not pull on the connection cord todisconnect the AC power adapter.This can damage the power cord orcables and cause a fire or electric shock.

Safety Notes

WeName : Fuji Photo Film (Europe) G.m.b.H.Address : Heesenstrasse 31

40549 Dusseldorf, Germany

declare that the productProduct Name : FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix2600 ZOOMManufacture’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 StandardsSafety : EN60950EMC : EN55022 : 1998 Classe B

EN55024 : 1998EN61000-3-2 : 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, 2001

Place Date Signature/Managing Director

Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze nietweggooien maar inleveren als KCA

Printed in Japan FGS-103107-FG

Printed on recycled paper.26-30, Nishiazabu 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8620, Japan