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FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the 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 is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
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TRADEMARK INFORMATION
Microsoft ® and Windows ® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
Pentium ® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
SD TM is a trademark.
PhotoSuite and PhotoVista are trademarks.
Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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READ THIS FIRST
Please start by reading the important messages below first.
1. Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This includes primary product specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s manual. This User’s Manual is a general reference guide for the product.
2. The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products very often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, chargers, AC adapters, memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches, and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.
3. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user’s manual.
4. For driver updates, refer to our website or contact your dealer.
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WARNINGS
Do not use this camera if it is emitting smoke (or an unusual odor), if it becomes unusually hot to be touched, produces a peculiar noise, or exhibits any other abnormal conditions. Operating the camera in any of these circumstances may cause a fire or an electrical shock. Stop using the camera immediately, turn the camera off, remove the batteries, and disconnect the power source if you are using an AC power adapter. Contact your dealer or authorized service facility for repairs. Never attempt to repair this camera by yourself, as this may be dangerous.
Do not expose the camera to moisture and make sure no water gets into the camera. Take particular care when using the camera under extreme weather conditions, such as rain or snow, or when operating the camera at the beach on near water. Avoid using this camera in places subject to extreme moisture. Do not use the camera if water has entered the camera. Turn the camera off, remove the batteries, and disconnect the power source if you are using an AC power adapter. Unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera. Contact your dealer or authorized service facility. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm if you are using the AC power adapter. This may cause an electrical shock.
Do not use the camera if any foreign objects have entered the camera. Turn the camera off, remove the batteries, and disconnect the power source if you are using an AC power adapter. Unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera. Contact your dealer or authorized service facility. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not place the camera in an unstable location such as on a wobbly table or sloping surface where the camera may fall or tip over and cause injury. If the camera has been dropped or damaged, turn the camera off and remove the batteries or AC power adapter. Contact your dealer or authorized service facility. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or other foreign objects into the camera through access points such as the SD memory card slot. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not attempt to modify this camera. Do not remove the camera casing.
This may cause a fire or an electrical shock. Internal inspection and repairs should only be carried out by an authorized service facility.
Never operate this camera in any way while driving a vehicle. This may cause a traffic accident.
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CAUTIONS
Do not place the camera in damp or dusty locations. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not place the camera in a location affected by oil fumes or steam, such as near a cooking stove or humidifier. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not cover or wrap the camera or the AC power adapter with a cloth or quilt. This may cause heat to build up, distort the case and cause a fire.
Always use the camera and its accessories in well-ventilated locations.
Handle the camera carefully and do not bump the camera into any hard object. Handling the camera roughly may cause a malfunction.
Do not move the camera while it is switched on. (If you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you have switched off the camera.) Ensure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving the camera. Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or an electrical shock.
When leaving the camera unused for long periods, such as during a vacation, always unplug the camera from the power source (batteries or AC power adapter) for safety. (If you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera.) Failure to do so could result in a fire.
Do not use batteries other than those specified for use with the camera. The use of unsuitable batteries may result in the batteries splitting or leaking and causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment.
When fitting batteries into the camera, check the polarity markings on the battery (- and +) to ensure that you insert the battery correctly. Incorrect battery polarity may result in the batteries splitting or leaking and causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment.
Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period of time. The batteries may leak and cause a fire, injury or soiling of the battery compartment. If the batteries leak, clean and wipe the battery compartment carefully and install new batteries. Wash your hands carefully if you touch the battery fluid.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................ 7
Overview ................................. 7
Package Contents ................... 7
Optional Accessories .............. 7
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
CAMERA ........................... 8
Front View ............................... 8
Rear View ................................ 9
Control Panel ........................... 9
Mode Dial ................................ 10
LED Indicators and Beeper
Function .................................. 10
LCD Monitor Information ......... 11
GETTING STARTED ......... 15
Installing the Batteries ............. 15
Using an AC Power Adapter
(optional accessory) ............... 15
Attaching the Camera Strap ... 16
Inserting an SD Memory Card
(optional accessory) ............... 16
To remove an SD memory card ...... 16
Setting the Date and Time ...... 17
RECORD MODE ................ 18
Taking Pictures ........................ 18
Using the Viewfinder ...................... 18
Using the LCD monitor ................... 19
Using the Zoom Functions ...... 19
Using the Digital Zoom ........... 20
Using the Self-Timer ................ 21
Using the Macro Mode ........... 22
Setting the Flash ..................... 22
Setting Image Resolution and
Quality ..................................... 24
Taking Pictures Manually ........ 26
PLAYBACK MODE ............ 27
Playing Back Captured Images
(Single-Frame Playback) ......... 27
Displaying Thumbnail Images 28
Zoom Playback ....................... 29
Slide Show Display ................. 30
MOVIE MODE .................... 31
Recording Video Clips ............ 31
Viewing Video Clips ................ 32
Deleting Images/ Video Clips . 33
To delete one image/ video clip at a time ......................................... 33
To delete all images/ video clips at once ....................................... 34
Formatting an SD Memory
Card ........................................ 35
Protecting Images ................... 36
Setting the DPOF .................... 37
TRANSFERRING RECORDED
IMAGES/VIDEO CLIPS TO
YOUR COMPUTER ........... 38
Step 1: Installing the USB Driver on a Windows PC .................... 39
Installing the USB Driver on a
Macintosh Computer ............... 39
Step 2: Connecting the Camera to Your Computer .................... 39
Step 3: Downloading Images/
Video Clips .............................. 40
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For Computers Running Windows . 40
For Computers Running Mac OS ... 40
INSTALLING PHOTOSUITE .. 41
INSTALLING PHOTOVISTA ... 42
MENU OPTIONS ............... 43
Record Menu .......................... 43
IMAGE SIZE ................................... 43
QUALITY ........................................ 44
DIGITAL ZOOM .............................. 44
PREVIEW ........................................ 44
LCD BRIGHTNESS ......................... 44
Manual Record Menu .............. 45
IMAGE SIZE ................................... 46
QUALITY ........................................ 46
EV COMPENSATION ...................... 46
WHITE BALANCE ........................... 47
DIGITAL ZOOM .............................. 47
PREVIEW ........................................ 47
LCD BRIGHTNESS ......................... 48
SHARPNESS .................................. 48
Movie Menu ............................. 49
EV COMPENSATION ...................... 49
WHITE BALANCE ........................... 49
LCD BRIGHTNESS ......................... 49
Playback Menu ....................... 50
SLIDE SHOW .................................. 50
PROTECT ....................................... 50
LCD BRIGHTNESS ......................... 50
COPY TO SD CARD ....................... 51
DPOF .............................................. 51
Setup Menu ............................. 52
BEEP .............................................. 52
AUTO POWER OFF ........................ 53
RESET ............................................ 53
DATE TYPE ..................................... 53
DATE SETUP .................................. 53
VIDEO MODE ................................. 54
FRAME NO. RESET ........................ 54
LANGUAGE .................................... 54
VERSION ........................................ 54
CONNECTING YOUR CAMERA
TO OTHER DEVICES .............. 55
CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS ... 56
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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Your new digital camera delivers high quality, 2048 x 1536 resolution images using a 3.1 Megapixels CCD sensor. Using either the optical viewfinder or the
1.5" TFT color image LCD monitor, you can compose images and then examine them in detail. An auto-flash sensor automatically detects the shooting (lighting) conditions and determines whether the flash should be used. This feature helps ensure that your images turn out right.
16MB internal (built-in) memory let you capture and store images without the need for an additional memory card. However, you may wish to expand the memory capacity by using an external memory card.
In addition to still images, you can record short videos by using the movie function.
Images you have taken can be downloaded to your computer using the USB cable (USB driver is required for Win 98 and Mac OS 8.6). You can enhance and retouch your images on your computer by using the provided editing software, or image editing software you may already own. You may share your images with your friends via e-mail, in a report, or on a website.
DPOF functionality allows you to print your images on a DPOF compatible printer by simply inserting the memory card.
Package Contents
Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is missing or if you find any mismatch or damage, promptly contact your dealer.
Digital camera
USB cable
AV cable
Camera strap
Camera pouch
Software CD-ROM
User’s manual
Optional Accessories
SD memory card
AC power adapter
2 x AA alkaline batteries
NOTE
• Accessories and components may vary by retailer.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA
Front View
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1. Speaker
2. Shutter button
3. Flash
4. Battery cover
5. Function indicator
6. Power switch
7. Self-timer LED
8. Viewfinder window
9. Microphone
10. Lens
11. DC-in connector
12. USB connector
Rear View
1. Viewfinder
2. LED indicator
3. SD card cover
4. Strap eyelet
5. A/V OUT (Audio/Video Out) terminal
6.
Menu button
Control Panel
7.
Delete button
8.
9.
Display button
Zoom in button
10.
Zoom out button
11. Control panel
12. Mode dial
13. LCD monitor
14. Tripod socket
4.
5.
6.
1.
2.
3.
Thumbnail button
Arrow button (Up)
Macro button
Arrow button (Left)
Flash button
OK button
Arrow button (Right)
Self-timer button
Arrow button (Down)
Pause button
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Mode Dial
1. Playback Mode
2. Record Mode
3. Manual Record Mode
4. Setup Mode
5. Movie Mode
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Mode
Playback Mode
Record Mode
Manual Record Mode
Setup Mode
Movie Mode
Description
Select this mode to play back your images and video clips.
Select this mode to capture still images.
Select this mode to take still images using manual adjustments.
Select this mode to choose your preferences on the camera’s settings.
Select this mode to record video (movie) clips
LED Indicators and Beeper Function
Indicator Status Description/Activity Sound
Function indicator Solid blue
LED indicator
The camera is powering up
Blinking orange The camera is powering up
LED indicator Solid green
LED indicator Blinking red
No
No
The camera is powered and ready Yes *(1) to capture image/video clip
Camera error Yes *(3)
No
No
LED indicator
LED indicator
LED indicator
LED indicator
LED indicator
Blinking red Charging the flash
Blinking green Image is being recorded to the memory card
Blinking green USB busy
Solid green The camera is ready to record images (flash off)
Solid orange The camera is ready to capture images (flash on)
Self-timer indicator Blinking red
— —
The self-timer function is activated
Error message
No
Yes *(1)
Yes *(1)
Yes *(1)
Yes *(3)
— — Valid button event
— —
*(1) The camera sounds one beep.
*(3) The camera sounds three beeps.
Capture over
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Yes *(1)
No
LCD Monitor Information
These indicators are displayed when recording still images:
1. Battery level
Full battery power
Fairly consumed
Nearly exhausted
Virtually no battery power
2. Hand shake
3. Flash mode
Auto flash
Red-eye reduction
Slow synchro
Fill flash (on)
Flash off
4. Macro
5. Self-timer mode
10-seconds delay
2-seconds delay
6. White balance
Auto
Sun
Shade
Tungsten
Fluorescent 1
Fluorescent 2
7. Record mode
8. Zoom state
9. Possible number of shots
10. Image size (resolution)
2048 x 1536
1600 x 1200
1280 x 960
1024 x 768
640 x 480
11. Image quality
Fine
Normal
Basic
12. Card indicator
13. Time
14. Date (year/month/day)
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These indicators are displayed when playing back still images:
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1. Battery level
Full battery power
Fairly consumed
Nearly exhausted
Virtually no battery power
2. Playback mode
3. File (image) number
4. Image size (resolution)
2048 x 1536
1600 x 1200
1280 x 960
1024 x 768
640 x 480
5. Image quality
Fine
Normal
Basic
6. Card indicator
7. Protect indicator
8. DPOF indicator
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These indicators are displayed when recording video clips:
1. Battery level
Full battery power
Fairly consumed
Nearly exhausted
Virtually no battery power
2. Press the shutter button to start recording a video clip
3. White balance
Auto
Sun
Shade
Tungsten
Fluorescent 1
Fluorescent 2
4. Movie mode
5. Zoom state
6. Recordable movie time
7. Card indicator
8. Time
9. Date (year/month/day)
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These indicators are displayed when playing back video clips:
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1. Battery level
Full battery power
Fairly consumed
Nearly exhausted
Virtually no battery power
2. Press the button to start playing back recorded video clips
3. Movie mode
4. File (movie) number
5. Card indicator
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GETTING STARTED
You can use either 2 AA size batteries (Alkaline, Ni-MH), one CR-V3 or an AC power adapter (optional accessory) to power on the camera. Battery power is convenient for capturing images or video clips while an AC power adapter is useful when transferring images to your computer.
Installing the Batteries
1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Slide the battery cover.
3. Insert the batteries, noting correct polarity
(+ or -).
4. Close the battery cover firmly.
NOTE
• A CR-V3 Lithium battery pack can also be used as the power supply.
• If you will not be using the batteries for an extended period of time, remove them from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion.
• Never use manganese batteries.
• Never use batteries of different type (together) or mix old and new batteries.
• Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance. (Such damage is not covered under the warranty).
Using an AC Power Adapter
(optional accessory)
1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the jack labeled “DC IN”.
3. Connect the other end to an electrical outlet.
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NOTE
• Make sure to use only the AC power adapter specified for the camera. Damage caused by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty.
• Using an AC power adapter while transferring images to your computer prevents unexpected automatic power off of the camera.
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Attaching the Camera Strap
To prevent accidental dropping of the camera, always use the camera strap.
Attach the camera strap as follows:
1. Thread the small loop of the lens strap through the strap eyelet on the camera.
2. Pull the large loop through the small loop until the strap is firmly secured.
Inserting an SD Memory Card
(optional accessory)
The camera comes with 16MB of internal memory, allowing you to store images and video clips in the camera. However, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD memory card so that you can store more images and video clips.
1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Slide the SD memory card cover open.
3. Insert the SD memory card.
The front side of the memory card
(printed arrow) should face towards the side with the LCD display.
If the card cannot be inserted, check the orientation.
4. Close the SD card cover.
To remove an SD memory card
1. Make sure the camera is off.
2. Open the SD card cover.
3. Press lightly on the edge of the memory card and it will eject.
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NOTE
• To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD card you can slide the write protect tab (on the side of the SD memory card) to
“LOCK”.
• To save, edit, or erase data on an SD memory card, you must unlock the card.
LOCK LOCK
Write protection tab
Write protection state
Setting the Date and Time
The date and time setting screen will automatically appear:
When first turning the camera on;
When turning the power on after leaving the camera without batteries for an extended period of time.
To adjust the Date or Time at any other time:
1. Slide the switch and power on the camera.
2. Set the mode dial to the Setup mode.
3. Select to the DATE SETUP by using the or button, and press the button.
To increase the value for each option, press the button.
To decrease the value for each option, press the button.
Press the button to move to the next item field.
4. When all options are set, press the button.
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RECORD MODE
Taking Pictures
Your camera is equipped with both an optical viewfinder and a 1.5" LCD monitor to compose images. Taking images using the optical viewfinder will conserve battery power. If your batteries are low, it is recommended that you only compose images by using the viewfinder. Using the LCD monitor, you can compose images more accurately, but at the cost of battery consumption. The
LCD monitor must be used when Digital Zoom is used.
Using the Viewfinder
Using the viewfinder helps you to compose images and adjust the subject in the crisp focus.
1. Turn the camera on by sliding the switch.
2. Set the mode dial to the Record mode or the Manual Record mode.
3. Compose your picture in the viewfinder.
4. Press the shutter button.
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Using the LCD Monitor
Using the LCD monitor can help you to confirm an image while taking pictures, to replay recorded images/video clips or to adjust menu settings.
The mode icons, text and numbers that are displayed on the LCD monitor may vary according to the current settings.
1. Turn the camera on by sliding the switch.
2. Set the mode dial to the Record mode or the Manual Record mode.
By default, the LCD monitor is on.
3. Compose your picture on the display screen.
4. Press the shutter button.
NOTE
• The LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a malfunction.
• Using the LCD monitor for an extended period of time will decrease the number of images you can take. To conserve battery power and increase the number of shots you can take, it is recommended to turn the LCD monitor off and use the viewfinder instead.
• The LCD monitor must be on when Digital Zoom is to be used.
Using the Zoom Functions
The lens moves when using zoom photography. Zoom photography allows you to take telephoto and wide-angle shots. The subject appears closer by pressing the Telephoto button and appears farther away by pressing the
Wide-angle button.
1. Set the mode dial to the Record mode or the Manual Record mode.
2. If required, turn on the LCD monitor by pressing the Display button.
3. Compose the picture using the Telephoto or Wide-angle button.
Pressing the Telephoto button zooms in on the subject, and enlarges the subject on the LCD monitor.
Pressing the Wide-angle button provides a wide-angle picture.
The lens position moves according to the zoom button setting.
4. Press the shutter button.
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Using the Digital Zoom
Using digital zoom, images appear closer. Whereas digital zoom is a compelling feature, the more an image is enlarged (zoomed), the more pixilated (grainier) the image will appear. The digital zoom function is only available when you set the LCD monitor and the digital zoom to on. To enable the digital zoom, refer to
DIGITAL ZOOM in Record/Manual Record menu.
1. Set the mode dial to the Record mode or the Manual Record mode.
2. Turn on the LCD monitor by pressing the
Display button.
3. To enable the digital zoom: a. Press the menu button.
b. Press the or button to select
DIGITAL ZOOM, and press the button.
c. Press the or button again to select
ON, and press the button.
d. Press the menu button again to exit from the menu mode.
e. To activate the digital zoom, press the
telephoto button completely and hold it until the image on the LCD monitor expands.
4. Press the shutter button to capture a
“zoomed” image.
NOTE
• Digital zoom photography is not possible when the LCD monitor display is turned off.
• Digital zoom is only available at a resolution of 2048x1536 pixels.
• Digital zoom cannot be used in Movie mode.
• The maximum digital zoom magnification is 2x for recording an image.
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Using the Self-Timer
When the self-timer is set, the camera automatically takes a shot after 10 or 2 seconds. This allows you to get into the scene when taking group images.
1. Secure your camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface.
2. Turn the camera on by sliding the switch, and set the mode dial to the
Record mode or the Manual Record mode.
3. Press the button.
You may select or self-timer mode by toggling the button.
The selected self-timer mode is displayed on the LCD monitor.
4. Compose the scene.
5. Press the shutter button.
The self-timer function is activated.
The photograph is then taken after the preset time.
To cancel the self-timer at any time, press the button or the menu button.
NOTE
• After an image is taken using self-timer, the self-timer mode is turned off.
• If you wish to take another image using the self-timer, repeat these steps.
• When the self-timer is set for 10 seconds, the self-timer lamp blinks relatively slow for 7 seconds and then blinks rapidly for the last 3 seconds.
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Using the Macro Mode
Use the macro mode to capture a close-up of the subject, such as flowers or insects.
1. Set the mode dial to the Record mode or the Manual Record mode.
2. Press the Macro button.
The icon appears on the LCD monitor.
3. Compose the picture.
4. Press the shutter button.
To cancel macro photography at any time, press the button again.
NOTE
• In macro mode, the LCD monitor is automatically turned On (even if the previous shot was taken with the LCD monitor off).
• There is not a distinct point (subject range) at which normal mode is favored over macro mode; take an image in both optical and macro modes and compare the results.
• In Macro mode, the internal flash cannot be used.
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Setting the Flash
The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. You can take an image using a flash mode suitable to your circumstances.
1. Set the mode dial to the Record mode or the Manual Record mode.
2. Press the button located on the rear side of the camera repeatedly until your desired flash mode appears on the LCD monitor.
3. Compose the picture and press the shutter button.
The camera has five flash modes: Auto Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow
Synchro, Fill Flash (on) and Flash off.
The table below will help you to choose the appropriate flash mode:
Flash Mode
Auto Flash
Red-Eye Reduction
Slow Synchro
Fill Flash (on)
Flash Off
Description
The flash fires automatically according to the ambient lighting conditions.
Select this mode for general photography.
The flash emits a precursor-flash before the main flash fires. This causes the pupil in the human eye to constrict, reducing the red-eye phenomenon.
Select this mode when taking images of people and animals in low-light conditions.
The flash is fired at a slower shutter speed.
This flash mode is effective when taking pictures so that not only the subject but also the background are both clearly reproduced in artificial light (backlighting, fluorescent lighting, etc.) or with people against the night as a background scene.
The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness.
Select this mode for recording images with high contrast (backlighting ) and deep shadows.
The flash will not fire.
Select this mode when taking images in a place where flash photography is prohibited, or when the distance to the subject is beyond the effective range of the flash.
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Setting Image Resolution and Quality
Resolution and quality settings determine the pixel size (dimension), image file size, and compression ratio for your images. These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in memory, or on an SD memory card. As you get to know the camera, it is recommended that you try each quality and resolution setting to get an appreciation for the effects that these settings will have on your images.
Higher resolution and higher quality images offer the best photographic results but produce large files sizes. Therefore, fewer images will take up more memory space.
High resolution and quality settings are recommended for printed output and situations requiring the finest detail. Lower resolution/quality images take up less memory space and may be quite suitable for sharing images via e-mail, in a report, or on a web page.
To change image resolution and quality settings:
1. Slide the camera.
switch and power on the
2. Set the mode dial to the Record mode or the Manual Record mode.
3. Press the menu button.
4. Select IMAGE SIZE or QUALITY by using the / button and then press the button.
5. Change the settings with the or button and then press the button.
6. Press the menu button again to exit from the menu mode.
7. Compose your picture.
8. Press the shutter button.
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Number of Recordable Images
The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored on the internal memory or the SD memory card at the camera’s image quality and size settings. The number of recordable images may vary depending on the recorded subject and the capacity of the memory card, or if there are files other than images, or when the recording is made while switching the picture quality/resolution.
Resolution Quality Compression
Ratio
Internal
Memory
16MB
SD Memory Card
8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB
2048 x 1536
1600 x 1200
1280 x 960
1024 x 768
640 x 480
8:1
12:1
4:1
8:1
4:1
8:1
12:1
4:1
12:1
4:1
8:1
12:1
4:1
8:1
12:1
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21
31
17
34
51
27
54
81
42
84
126
108
216
324
4
8
12
7
14
21
10
21
32
17
34
51
43
87
131
9
19
28
15
30
46
24
48
72
38
75
113
96
193
289
20
39
59
32
64
97
50
101
151
79
158
237
202
404
606
42
81
122
66
132
198
103
206
310
162
323
267
400
208
417
85
164
246
133
626 1247
329 655
654 1303
170
327
491
266
532
798
415
831
484
413
979 1950
835 1663
826 1670 3326
1240 2506 4990
FINE, NORMAL, BASIC
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Taking Pictures Manually
You can take pictures by manually adjusting conditions such as EV compensation, white balance and sharpness. For EV compensation, white balance or sharpness information, refer to EV COMPENSATION, WHITE
BALANCE OR SHARPNESS in Manual Record menu.
To Take Pictures Manually:
1. Slide the switch and power on the camera.
2. Set the mode dial to the Manual Record mode.
3. Press the menu button.
4. Select EV COMPENSATION, WHITE
BALANCE or SHARPNESS by using the
/ button and then press the button.
5. Press the menu button again to exit from the menu mode.
6. Compose the picture
7. Press the shutter button.
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PLAYBACK MODE
In the Playback mode, you can view, magnify your images or play video clips back. This mode even provides thumbnail images display and slide show, allowing you to quickly search for the image that you want or play the images back one by one automatically.
Playing Back Captured Images
(Single-Frame Playback)
Play back still images one image at a time.
1. Slide the camera.
switch and power on the
2. Set the mode dial to the Playback mode.
The last recorded image appears on the
LCD monitor.
3. View and select your recorded images by using the / button.
To view the previous image, press the button.
To view the next image, press the button.
NOTE
• If there is no image stored in the internal memory or on the memory card, [ NO IMAGE] message will appear on the LCD monitor.
• You can also view your images on the TV screen. First connect one end of the A/V cable to the A/V OUT jack of the camera. Then connect the other end to the video input socket of the
TV. Turn the mode dial to the Playback mode and then turn the TV and camera on.
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Displaying Thumbnail Images
This function allows you to view nine thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so that you can quickly scan for a particular image.
1. Slide the camera.
switch and power on the
2. Set the mode dial to the Playback mode.
The last image frame appears on the
LCD monitor.
3. Press the button.
Nine thumbnail images appear on the
LCD monitor (assuming there are nine or more recorded images in the memory).
4. Use the , , or button to move the cursor to select the image to be displayed at regular size.
5. Press the button to display the selected image on the full screen.
NOTE
• While displaying thumbnail images, pressing the delete button, the screen will display
“DELETE SELECT”, you may choose CANCEL, 1 FRAME, DELETE ALL or FORMAT by using the / button. To confirm your choice, press the button.
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Zoom Playback
While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image.
This magnification allows you to view fine details.
1. Slide the camera.
switch and power on the
2. Set the mode dial to the Playback mode.
The last image frame appears on the
LCD monitor.
3. Use the or button to select the frame you want to enlarge.
4. Adjust the zoom ratio by using the
telephoto button or wide-angle button.
Pressing the telephoto button will enlarge the image.
To return to normal magnification, press the wide-angle button.
The image is displayed enlarged, you will see a red frame with a red box inside.
The red frame indicates the entire image, while the red box shows the location of the currently enlarged area.
5. Use the , , or button to select the area to enlarge.
6. To return to the regular display from
4X-enlarged status, press the button twice.
NOTE
•Pressing the button magnifies the image from X1 X2 X4.
•Pressing the button reduces the image from X4 X2 X1.
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Slide Show Display
The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order as a slide show. This is a very useful and entertaining feature reviewing recorded images and for presentations.
1. Slide the camera.
switch and power on the
2. Set the mode dial to the Playback mode.
3. Press the menu button.
4. Select SLIDE SHOW by using the or button,and press the button.
5. Set the playback interval by using the or
button and then press the button.
The slideshow starts displaying your images on the LCD monitor, one by one, with the interval that you set.
To stop the slideshow display, press the
or button.
To pause the slideshow display, press the ( ) button.
To cancel the pause, press pause state, press the ( ) button.
NOTE
• You can adjust the slideshow display interval within the range of 3 sec, 5 sec, 7 sec or 9 sec.
For Slide show interval, refer to SLIDE SHOW in the Playback menu.
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MOVIE MODE
Recording Video Clips
The movie mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320x240 pixels. Voice can also be recorded.
1. Slide the camera.
switch and power on the
2. Set the mode dial to the Movie mode.
The recordable movie time displays on the LCD monitor.
3. You can start recording a video clip by pressing the shutter button.
The elapsed time displays on the LCD monitor while recording a video clip.
4. To stop recording, press the shutter button again.
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NOTE
• In movie mode, image size/quality, macro, self-timer, flash and digital zoom cannot be set or activated.
• Before recording the video clip, you cannot zoom in or out on the subject by pressing the
/ button.
• Be sure not to cover the camera’s microphone while recording a video clip.
• The maximum recording time may vary based on the recording medium:
SD memory card: remaining storage on memory card.
MultiMediaCard: 15 seconds for each video shot.
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Viewing Video Clips
Play back video clips recorded on the camera.
Voice is also played back.
To view the recorded video clips, follow the steps below.
1. Set the mode dial to the Playback mode with the camera powered on.
2. Select the video clip that you want to view by using the or button.
3. Press the ( ) button to start.
To pause playback at any time, press the
( ) button.
To stop playback, press the or button.
Pressing the ( status as follows:
), or button while playing the video clip will change the
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NOTE
• To play the video clip back on the computer, we recommend that you use the “Quick Time
Player”. This software is free of charge, compatible with Mac and Windows-based computers and can be downloaded from the website at www.apple.com. For Quick Time Player usage, please refer to its on-line help for more information.
Deleting Images/ Video Clips
You can delete one image/video clip or all images/video clips at a time by pressing the button.
To delete one image/video clip at a time:
1. Set the mode dial to the Record mode, the Manual Record mode or the
Playback mode.
In the Record mode or the Manual
Record mode, only the last recorded image can be erased.
In the Playback mode, select the image that you want to view by using the
or button.
2. Press the delete button.
3. Select 1 FRAME by using the or button, and then press the button.
4. “DELETE THIS?” message appears on the image.
Use the or button to select [YES], and press the button.
If you want to cancel the deletion, select
[NO].
5. Repeat the above steps to delete further images if necessary.
If all images are deleted, [ NO IMAGE!] pops up.
NO IMAGE!
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To delete all images/ video clips at once:
1. Set the mode dial to the Record mode, the Manual mode or the Playback mode.
2. Press the delete button.
3. Select DELETE ALL by using the or button, and then press the button.
4. “DELETE ALL?” message appears on the image.
Use the or button to select [YES], and press the button.
If you want to cancel the deletion, select
[NO].
If all images are deleted, [ NO IMAGE!] pops up.
NO IMAGE!
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Formatting an SD Memory Card
Formatting an SD card will erase all the images on the SD memory card. Be sure the SD memory card is properly inserted into the camera before formatting it.
1. Set the mode dial to the Record mode, the Manual Record mode or the
Playback mode.
2. Press the delete button.
3. Select FORMAT by using the or button, and then press the button.
4. “FORMAT?” message appears on the image.
Use the or button to select [YES], and press the button.
If you want to cancel the action, select
[NO].
5. If you select [YES], the “Frame No. Reset” message appears.
To reset the frame number, use the
or button to select [YES], and press the button.
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NOTE
• The SD memory card cannot be formatted when it is locked. Unlock the SD memory card first.
• Formatting the SD memory card also erases the protected images. All data other than images are also erased. Before formatting the card, make sure that none of the images on the card are still required.
• If the SD memory card is having problems then it won’t be properly formatted.
• If no memory card is inserted into the camera, the internal memory will be formatted. This will erase all images stored in the internal memory.
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Protecting Images
This feature prevents images from being deleted accidentally (Protect).
1. Set the mode dial to the Playback mode.
2. Select the image that you want to protect by using the or button
3. Press the menu button.
4. Select “PROTECT” by using the or button, and press the button.
5. You can select to protect one image or all images at one time by using the or button, and press the button.
ONE IMAGE: Protect one image at one time
ALL IMAGES: Protect all images at once
6. Select “UNLOCK” or “LOCK” by using the
or button.
UNLOCK: Unlock the protected image
LOCK: Protect the selected image or all images
7. Press the button.
NOTE
•The protected images will be erased if you format the internal memory or the memory card.
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Setting the DPOF
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your SD memory card.
By using DPOF, you can select an image to be printed and then specify how many prints or which image you would like. Take your SD memory card to a
DPOF enabled printer or through laboratory printing services that accept memory cards. The DPOF/card-compatible printer will read the embedded information on the memory card and print your images as specified.
1. Set the mode dial to the Playback mode.
2. Select the image that you want to set the
DPOF setting by using the or button.
3. Press the menu button.
4. Select “DPOF” by using the or button, and press the button.
5. You can select the desired DPOF sub-menu by using the or button, and press the
button.
6. Select the desired setting by using the or
button, and press the button.
The DPOF sub-menu options:
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[ QUANTITY ] : Select the print quantity from 0~99.
[ DATE PRINT ] : Add date of captured image to print.
[ PRINT ENABLE ] : Save or Cancel the DPOF settings.
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TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES/
VIDEO CLIPS TO YOUR COMPUTER
You can share recorded images/ video clips with your family or friends via e-mail or post them on the Web. Before doing those things, you need to connect the camera to your computer by using the USB cable and then transfer your recorded images/video clips.
To transfer images/video clips from the camera to your computer, follow the steps below:
Step 1: Installing the USB driver (only for Windows 98)
Step 2: Connecting the camera to your computer
Step 3: Downloading images/video clips
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CPU
OS
Memory
Free Space on Hard Disk
Required Devices
Color Monitor
System Requirements
(Windows)
Pentium 166 MHz processor or higher
Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000/
XP
32MB
(64MB RAM recommended)
128 MB hard disk space
A CD-ROM Drive,
An Available USB Port
Color Monitor (800x600, 24-bit or higher recommended)
System Requirements
(Macintosh)
PowerPC G3/G4
OS 8.6 or higher
32MB
(64MB RAM recommended)
128 MB hard disk space
A CD-ROM Drive,
An Available USB Port
Color Monitor (800x600, 24-bit or higher recommended)
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Step 1: Installing the USB Driver on a Windows PC
The USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows 98.
Installing the USB driver on computers running Windows 2000/Me/XP is not necessary.
1. Insert the CD-ROM packaged with the camera into the CD-ROM drive.
The welcome screen appears.
2. Click “Install USB Driver”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. After the USB driver installation is complete, restart your computer.
Installing the USB Driver on a Macintosh Computer
Mac OS 8.6 users must install a USB driver. For Mac OS 9.0 or higher, the computer will automatically recognize the camera and load its own USB drivers.
1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the camera into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Select and double-click “Digital Camera Driver Installer“.
3. Select “Install Location“ and click “Install’.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation and restart your computer.
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Step 2: Connecting the Camera to Your Computer
1. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.
2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the camera.
3. Turn the camera on.
4. Look for a new “Removable Disk” icon appearing in the “My Computer” window.
Your recorded images/video clips will be in a folder on this “removable disk”.
(For Mac users, double-click the “untitled” disk on the desktop.)
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Step 3: Downloading Images/Video Clips
When the camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be a disk drive, just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying them from the “removable disk” (“untitled” disk on a
Macintosh) to your computer hard drive.
For Computers Running Windows
Open the “removable disk” by double clicking on it. Double click on the folder that contains your recorded images/video clips. Select the images/video clips that you prefer and then choose “Copy” from the “Edit” menu. After that, open the destination location and choose “Paste” from the “Edit” menu.
For Computers Running Mac OS
Open the “untitled” disk window and the hard disk or the destination location.
Drag and drop from the camera disk to the desired destination.
NOTE
• It is recommended that you use the AC power adapter as a power supply for the camera while transferring your images/video clips from the camera to your computer to avoid the camera maybe cut off unexpectedly when the batteries run out.
• Memory card users may prefer to use a memory card reader (highly recommended).
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INSTALLING PHOTOSUITE
PhotoSuite is a very user-friendly image-editing program. With PhotoSuite, you can breezily retouch, compose and organize your images. It contains a variety of templates, such as photo frames, birthday cards, calendars and more. Get your images ready and go explore this amazing program.
To Install PhotoSuite:
1. Insert the CD-ROM packaged with the camera into the CD-ROM drive.
The welcome screen appears.
2. Click “Install PhotoSuite”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
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NOTE
• For information on how to use PhotoSuite to edit and retouch your recorded images, please refer to its online help.
• For Windows 2000/XP users, make sure to install and use the PhotoSuite while logged in as a user with an Administrator account.
• PhotoSuite is not supported on the Mac.
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INSTALLING PHOTOVISTA
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PhotoVista is an easy-to-use program that lets you create spectacular 360 ° panoramic images in a snap. When you view these panoramas, you get the experience of being totally immersed in a realistic environment. PhotoVista’s powerful engine quickly and automatically stitches images together, and its intuitive interface will let even a novice get great results in minutes.
To Install PhotoVista:
1. Insert the CD-ROM packaged with the camera into the CD-ROM drive.
The welcome screen appears.
2. Click “Install PhotoVista”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
NOTE
• For information on how to use PhotoVista to create spectacular 360 ° panoramic images, please refer to its online help.
• For Windows 2000/XP users, make sure to install and use the PhotoVista while logged in as a user with an Administrator account.
• For Windows XP users which OS version does not include Service Pack 1 or higher, make sure to link to http//www.java.com/en/download/windows_automatic.jsp first and download the Java Virtual Machine. For more detail information about Java, please refer to its on-line help at http://java.sun.com/getjava/help.html.
After java software installation, you can start to install iSee Media Photovista Panorama.
Hereunder is iSee Media Photovista Panorama System Requirements and
Recommendations:
Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT 4 (Service Pack 3 or higher)
Windows 2000*, Windows ME*, Windows XP* (Service Pack 1 or higher)
• PhotoVista is not supported on the Mac.
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MENU OPTIONS
Record Menu
Record menu items: IMAGE SIZE, QUALITY, DIGITAL ZOOM, PREVIEW and
LCD BRIGHTNESS.
1. Set the mode dial to the Record mode.
2. Press the menu button.
3. Select the desired menu item by using the
or button, and press the button.
4. Change the setting by using the or button and then press the button.
To exit from the menu mode at anytime, press the menu button again.
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IMAGE SIZE
Set the desired image size (resolution).
[ ] 2048 x 1536
[ ] 1600 x 1200
[ ] 1280 x 960
[ ] 1024 x 768
[ ] 640 x 480
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QUALITY
Set the quality (compression ratio) sharpness at which the image is to be recorded.
[ ] : Fine
[ ] : Normal
[ ] : Basic
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DIGITAL ZOOM
You can take digital zoom shots by activating the digital zoom function.
[OFF] : Disable digital zoom
[ON] : Enable digital zoom
PREVIEW
Set to display a photographed image on LCD monitor immediately after you have taken the shot.
[OFF] : Do not display preview
[ON] : Display preview
LCD BRIGHTNESS
This option adjusts the brightness of the LCD monitor.
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Manual Record Menu
Manual Record menu items: IMAGE SIZE, QUALITY, EV COMPENSATION,
WHITE BALANCE, DIGITAL ZOOM, PREVIEW, LCD BRIGHTNESS and
SHARPNESS.
1. Set the mode dial to the Manual Record mode.
2. Press the menu button.
3. Select the desired menu item by using the
or button, and press the button.
4. Change the setting by using the or button and then press the button.
To exit from the menu mode at anytime, press the menu button again.
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IMAGE SIZE
Refer to “IMAGE SIZE” in Record menu.
QUALITY
Refer to “QUALITY” in Record menu.
EV COMPENSATION
Your camera adjusts the exposure of each scene automatically. However, if the subject is very dark, or very bright, you may override the camera automatic exposure determination to make the subject brighter or darker. This is called EV compensation.
The EV compensation of the camera can be adjusted from -2.0EV to +2.0EV in 0.5EV step.
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WHITE BALANCE
The human eye adapts to changes in light so that white objects still appear white even when the light changes. With cameras, however, the color of the subject is influenced by the color of the light surrounding it. This color adjustment is called “white balance adjustment”.
This setting allows you to set the white balance when taking photographs under specific lighting condition.
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[
AUTO]
SUN]
[ SHADE]
: Automatic adjustment
: For recording outdoors on a bright day
: For recording outdoors
[ TUNGSTEN] on a cloudy day
: For recording under tungsten-light
[ FLUORESCENT1] : For recording under bluish fluorescent lighting condition
[ FLUORESCENT2] : For recording under reddish fluorescent lighting condition
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DIGITAL ZOOM
Refer to “DIGITAL ZOOM” in Record menu.
PREVIEW
Refer to “PREVIEW” in Record menu.
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LCD BRIGHTNESS
Refer to “LCD BRIGHTNESS” in Record menu.
SHARPNESS
Set the level of image sharpness.
[HARD] : Sharpen the edge of the image detail
[NORMAL] : Leave the image detail as captured
[SOFT] : Soften the edge of the image detail for special effect
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Movie Menu
Movie menu items: EV COMPENSATION, WHITE BALANCE and LCD
BRIGHTNESS.
1. Set the mode dial to the Movie mode.
2. Press the menu button.
3. Select the desired menu item by using the
or button, and press the button.
4. Change the setting by using the or button and then press the button.
To exit from the menu mode at anytime, press the menu button again.
EV COMPENSATION
Refer to “EV COMPENSATION” in Manual Record menu.
WHITE BALANCE
Refer to “WHITE BALANCE” in Manual Record menu.
LCD BRIGHTNESS
Refer to “LCD BRIGHTNESS” in Record menu.
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Playback Menu
Playback menu items: SLIDE SHOW, PROTECT, LCD BRIGHTNESS, COPY TO
SD CARD and DPOF.
1. Set the mode dial to the Playback mode.
2. Press the menu button.
3. Move to the desired menu item by using the
or button, and press the button.
4. Change the settings by using the or button and then press the button.
To exit from the menu mode at anytime, press the menu button again.
SLIDE SHOW
Your camera can display your images sequentially as a slide show at a selected interval.
[3 SEC], [5 SEC], [7 SEC], [9 SEC]
PROTECT
This feature prevents images from being deleted accidentally.
Refer to section in this manual titled “Protecting Images” for further detail.
LCD BRIGHTNESS
Refer to “LCD BRIGHTNESS” in Record menu.
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COPY TO SD CARD
This feature allows you to copy your images from the camera’s internal memory to a memory card. Of course, you can only do this if you have a memory card installed and some images in internal memory.
[NO] : Does not copy the images
[YES] : Copy all images to the memory card
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DPOF
DPOF allows you to embed printing information on your memory card.
Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting the DPOF” for further detail.
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SETUP MENU
Setup menu items: BEEP, AUTO POWER OFF, RESET, DATE TYPE, DATE
SETUP, VIDEO MODE, FRAME NO. RESET, LANGUAGE and VERSION.
1. Set the mode dial to the Setup mode.
2. Select the desired menu item by using the
or button, and press the button.
3. Change the setting by using the or button and then press the button.
BEEP
Specify whether or not beeps are to be generated when buttons are pressed.
[OFF] : Beeps are not generated
[ON] : Beeps are generated
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AUTO POWER OFF
If no operation is performed for a specific period of time, the power to the camera is automatically turned off.
This feature is useful to reduce battery wear.
[1 MIN], [3 MIN], [5 MIN]
RESET
This function will restore all the parameters to the default settings.
[NO] : Remain the current settings
[YES] : Reset to default settings
DATE TYPE
Set the displayed date format on the LCD monitor.
[Y/M/D] : Year/Month/Day
[D/M/Y] : Day/Month/Year
[M/D/Y]] : Month/Day/Year
DATE SETUP
Set current date and time.
Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further detail.
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VIDEO MODE
Set the video output format for displaying recorded images on a television.
[NTSC] : Select this format when located in the U.S.A., Canada, Japan, Korea,
Taiwan, Central America, or Mexico.
[PAL] : Select this format when located in
Australia, Belgium, China, Denmark,
Finland, Germany, Great Britain,
Holland, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New
Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, Thailand or Norway.
FRAME NO. RESET
Set whether or not to reset the file and folder number when you take photographs.
(Default reset, folder number is 100 and file number is 0001)
[NO] : Does not reset the folder and file number
[YES] : Reset the folder and file number
LANGUAGE
Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor.
The provided languages are [ENGLISH],
[FRANÇAIS], [DEUTSCH],[ESPAÑOL],
[ITALIANO], [ ], [ ], [ ]
VERSION
Show the firmware version on this camera.
To view the firmware version on this camera, press the button.
And, to return to the SETUP menu, press the button.
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CONNECTING YOUR CAMERA TO OTHER DEVICES
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CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS
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Item
Image sensor
Effective pixels
Image size
Description
1/2.7" CCD
3.1 Mega Pixels
Still Image : 2048x1536, 1600x1200, 1280x960,
1024x768, 640x480
Image quality
Recording media
Movie image: 320 x 240
Fine, Normal, Basic
16MB internal memory;
SD memory card (optional)
MultiMediaCard (MMC)
(15 sec. for each video shot)(optional)
Focal length: 5.8mm~17.4mm
Lens
Flash effective range
Focal range: Macro: 0.2m~0.5m
Normal: 0.5m~infinity
F-number: 3.1~5.2
Wide: 0.5m ~3m
Tele: 0.5m ~ 2.5m
1.5" color TFT LCD LCD monitor
Self-timer 2-seconds delay
10-seconds delay
Zoom Digital: Capture mode: 2X/ Playback mode: 2X and 4X
Exposure compensation Auto;
White balance
Compressed format
Standards
Interface
Manual: -2.0 ~ +2.0 EV (0.5 EV)
Auto;
Manual: SUN, SHADE, TUNGSTEN, FLUORESCENT 1,
FLUORESCENT 2
JPEG, Motion JPEG
EXIF 2.2, DPOF 1.0, DCF 1.0, AVI
DC IN jack, USB connector, AUDIO OUT jack (NTSC or PAL)
Operating environment Operation: -0 ° C ~40 ° C, 15% ~90% humidity
Power
Storage: -20 ° C ~70 ° C, 10 ~95% humidity
2 x AA Alkaline batteries,
Tripod socket
Dimensions
Weight
2 x AA Ni-MH batteries,
CR-V3,
AC power adapter (3.0V/2.5A)
Yes
112mm x 56mm x 37mm (WxHxD)
Approx. 160g
(without batteries and the SD memory card)
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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