18Starting the recording modeHow to use the Auto mode ( μ ) If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutterbutton down half way, it means that the camera cannot focuson the subject. Should this be the case, the camera is unable tocapture an image clearly. Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.1. Insert the batteries (p.14). Insert thebatteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).2. Insert the memory card (p.14). As thiscamera has a 16MB internal memory,you do not need to insert the memorycard. If the memory card is notinserted, an image will be stored inthe internal memory. If the memorycard is inserted, an image will bestored on the memory card.3. Close the battery chamber cover.4. Press the power button to turn on thecamera.5. Select the AUTO mode by rotating the mode dial.6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the imageby using the LCD monitor.7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.Select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal userinteraction.Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera withoptimal settings. You can still manually configure all functionsexcept the aperture value and shutter speed.1. Select the PROGRAM mode byrotating the mode dial.2. Press the Fn button to configureadvanced functions such as ImageSize (p.37), Quality (p.37), Metering(p.38), Drive mode (p.38), ISO (p.39),White Balance (p.39) and ExposureValue(p.40).How to use the Program mode ( )