《14》Starting the recording mode■ How to use the PROGRAM mode ( )Selecting the automatic mode will configure thecamera with optimal settings. You can still manuallyconfigure all functions except the aperture value andshutter speed.1. Select the PROGRAM mode by rotating the modedial.2. Press the menu button to configure advancedfunctions such as image size (p.35), quality (p.36),metering (p.36), continuous shooting (p.37) andspecial effects (p.27).■ How to use the AS mode ( )You can configure the aperture value or shutter speed.1. Select the AS mode by rotating the mode dial.2. Press the ASM button to select the aperture valueor the shutter speed. The selected menu will be turnto red colour.3. Press the Up/Down button to change the aperturevalue (Aperture priority mode). Press the Left /Right button to change the shutter speed (Shutterpriority mode).4. Press the ASM button and the Aperture prioritymode or the shutter priority mode will be selected.Press the shutter button to take an image.■ How to use the AUTO mode ( )Please select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal userinteraction.6[ AUTO mode ]6[ PROGRAM mode ][AS mode]● If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter button downhalf way, it means that the camera cannot focus on the subject. Should thisbe the case, the camera is unable to capture an image clearly.INFORMATION1. Insert the batteries (p.10). Insert the batteriestaking note of the polarity (+ / -).2. Insert the memory card (p.10). As this camera hasa 23MB internal memory, it is not essential to nsertthe memory card. If the memory card is notinserted, an image will be stored in the internalmemory. If the memory card is inserted, an imagewill be stored on the memory card.3. Close the battery chamber cover.4. Press the power button to turn on the camera.(If the date/ time that is displayed on the LCDmonitor is incorrect, reset the date/ time beforetaking a picture.)5. Select the AUTO mode by rotating the mode dial.6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using theLCD monitor.7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.