<< 21 >>Starting the recording modeHow to use the PROGRAM modeSelecting the program mode will configure the camera with optimalsettings. You can still manually configure all functions except the aperturevalue and shutter speed.1. Select the PROGRAM mode by rotating themode dial.2. Press the horizontal smart button to configureadvanced functions such as image size (p.33),quality (p.38), metering (p.36) and shootingmode (p.36).How to use the AUTO modePlease select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal userinteraction.1. Insert the battery (p.15) taking note of the correctpolarity (+ / -).2. Insert the memory card (p.15). As this camerahas a 20MB internal memory, it is not essential toinsert the memory card. If the memory card is notinserted, an image will be stored in the internalmemory. If the memory card is inserted, animage will 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.● If the Auto focus area turns to red when you press the shutter buttondown half way, it means that the camera cannot focus on the subject.Should this be the case, the camera is unable to capture an imageclearly.● Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image. Refer to page 30 ~ 46 for more informationabout the menus.