Fujifilm E550 Manual

The Fujifilm FinePix E550 is a 6.3-megapixel digital camera featuring a 4x optical zoom lens, 2.0-inch LCD monitor, xD-Picture Card storage, USB connectivity, multiple scene modes, manual exposure controls, movie recording capability, and powered by 2 AA batteries. Below are key sections for operation, features, settings, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Camera Components 3. Basic Operation 4. Specifications 5. Shooting Modes 6. Playback Functions 7. Menu Settings 8. Computer Connection 9. Care & Maintenance 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: 6.3MP Super CCD HR sensor, 4x optical zoom lens, 2.0-inch LCD monitor, xD-Picture Card slot, USB port, AA battery compartment.

Feature	Description
Image Sensor	6.3-megapixel Super CCD HR
Lens	4x optical zoom (32.5-130mm equivalent)
LCD Monitor	2.0-inch, 154,000 pixels
Storage	xD-Picture Card (16MB-2GB)
Power Source	2 AA batteries (alkaline/Ni-MH)
Shooting Modes	Auto, Manual, Scene, Movie
Connectivity	USB 2.0, A/V output
Flash	Built-in auto flash
Focus	Auto focus with macro capability
Exposure Control	Program AE, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual

Camera Components

Familiarize yourself with camera controls and connections.

Front: Lens, built-in flash, self-timer lamp, optical viewfinder
Rear: LCD monitor, control buttons, zoom lever, mode dial
Top: Shutter button, power switch, speaker
Side: DC input, USB/A/V output terminals
Bottom: Battery/card compartment, tripod socket

WARNING! Do not touch lens surface; keep camera away from water and extreme temperatures.

Basic Operation

Power on camera; follow display prompts.

Insert batteries: Open compartment, insert 2 AA batteries with correct polarity.
Insert memory card: Open card slot, insert xD-Picture Card with label facing out.
Set mode dial: Turn to AUTO for automatic shooting.
Take picture: Press shutter button halfway to focus, then fully to capture.
Review images: Press PLAY button to view captured photos.

CAUTION! Use recommended batteries only; do not force memory card insertion.

Specifications

Image Sensor: 1/1.7-inch Super CCD HR, 6.3 million effective pixels
Lens: Fujinon 4x optical zoom, f/2.8-f/5.6
Focal Length: 32.5-130mm (35mm equivalent)
LCD Monitor: 2.0-inch TFT, 154,000 pixels
Storage Media: xD-Picture Card (16MB-2GB)
File Formats: JPEG (Still), AVI (Movie)
Power Source: 2 AA batteries (alkaline, Ni-MH, lithium)
Dimensions: 105 x 63 x 34 mm
Weight: 210g (without batteries and card)

Shooting Modes

Access via mode dial on top of camera.

AUTO: Fully automatic operation. MANUAL: Full manual control. SCENE: Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night, etc. MOVIE: Record video with sound. SETUP: Camera configuration settings.

Exposure: Program AE, Aperture Priority (A), Shutter Priority (S), Manual (M). White Balance: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Fluorescent, Incandescent. ISO: Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800. Flash Modes: Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Sync.

Playback Functions

Press PLAY button to review images and videos.

Navigate: Use arrow buttons to browse images.
Zoom: Press zoom lever to magnify (T for tele, W for wide).
Delete: Press trash button to delete current image.
Slide Show: Access via menu for automatic playback.
Protect: Mark images to prevent accidental deletion.
DPOF: Set print order for commercial printing.

Tip: Use thumbnail view (press W) to see multiple images at once.

Menu Settings

Access menu system via MENU button.

Shooting Menu: Image Size, Quality, ISO, White Balance, Color, Sharpness. Setup Menu: Date/Time, Sounds, Power Save, Format, Language. Playback Menu: Slide Show, Protect, DPOF, Rotate.

Image Size: 2848x2136 (6M), 2048x1536 (3M), 1280x960 (1M). Quality: Fine, Normal. Color Mode: Standard, Chrome, B&W. Beep: On/Off. Auto Power Off: 2min, 5min, Off. Language: English, French, Spanish, etc.

Computer Connection

Transfer images via USB cable.

Install software: Insert CD-ROM, follow installation instructions.
Connect camera: Use USB cable to connect camera to computer.
Transfer images: Camera will be recognized as removable drive.
Use software: FinePix Viewer for image management and editing.

WARNING! Do not disconnect USB cable during data transfer.

Care & Maintenance

Remove batteries before cleaning. Use soft, dry cloth for exterior; lens cleaning tissue for lens.

CAUTION! Do not use solvents or chemicals; store in cool, dry place with silica gel.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits. Copyright © Fujifilm Corporation. For support, visit www.fujifilm.com or contact local Fujifilm service center. xD-Picture Card is a trademark of Fujifilm and Olympus.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Camera won't turn on	Batteries exhausted/incorrect	Replace with fresh batteries; check polarity.
No image on LCD	Display off/brightness	Check power save mode; adjust LCD brightness in menu.
Cannot take picture	Memory card full/faulty	Delete unwanted images; format card; try different card.
Blurry images	Camera shake/focus	Use tripod; ensure proper focus; clean lens.
Computer doesn't recognize	Driver/connection	Install software; check USB cable; try different USB port.

Reset: Remove batteries for 30 seconds to reset camera.

Service: Contact authorized Fujifilm service center; www.fujifilm.com