Sanyo VPC-S1285 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Digital Camera

Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera.

Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference.

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.

Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.

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Trademark Information

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Product Information

Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This includes primary product specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s manual. This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product.

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, 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.

The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual design of your Camera.

The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual.

Before capturing those important shots, be sure to first take a test shot to confirm that your camera is set up and ready to go

Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any problems resulting from the use of this camera.

Sanyo Electric declines all responsibility for damages due to improper use of the camera, failure to adhere to the instructions given in this manual, or repairs or changes done by those other than a technician authorized by the manufacturer.

Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any damage caused by optional devices or consumable items used with the camera other than those supplied with the camera or those specified by Sanyo Electric.

Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses or loss of revenue resulting from the loss of data caused by the malfunction, or the repairing of a malfunction, of the camera.

The images captured with this camera will differ in quality from pictures taken with a standard film camera.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.

Warnings

If foreign objects or water have entered the Camera, turn the power off and remove the batteries.

Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.

If the Camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power off and remove the batteries.

Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.

Do not disassemble, change or repair the Camera.

This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask the store of purchase.

Do not use the Camera in areas near water.

This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain, snow, on the beach, or near the shore.

Do not place the Camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.

This might cause the Camera to fall or tilt over, causing damage.

Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.

Swallowing the batteries might cause poisoning. If the batteries are accidentally swallowed, immediately consult a physician.

Do not use the Camera while you are walking, driving or riding a motorcycle.

This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.

Please use batteries with complete external seals.

Do not use batteries from which the seals have been damaged or removed.

This may cause leakage, explosion, or injury.

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Cautions

Insert the battery paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals.

Inserting the battery with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking.

Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.

This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.

Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.

This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.

Camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use excessive force when handling the Camera.

This might cause damage to the Camera.

Do not use the Camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.

This might cause fire or electric shock.

Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of continuous use.

The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause burns.

Do not wrap the Camera or place it in cloth or blankets.

This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire. Use the Camera in a well-ventilated place.

Do not leave the Camera in places where the temperature may rise significantly, such as inside a car.

This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.

Before you move the Camera, disconnect cords and cables.

Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and electric shock.

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Warning:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

FOR AMERICAN USERS

The following advisory is included in accordance with the laws of the State of California

(USA):

WARNING:

This product contains a chemical known to the States of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designated 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 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.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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FOR CANADIAN USERS

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

FOR EU USERS

The symbol mark and recycling systems described below apply to

EU countries and do not apply to countries in other areas of the world.

Your SANYO product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and/or reused.

The symbol mark means that electrical and electronic equipment, batteries and accumulators, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your household waste.

Note:

If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol mark, this chemical symbol means that the battery or accumulator contains a heavy metal at a certain concentration.

This will be indicated as follows: Hg: mercury, Cd: cadmium, Pb: lead

In the European Union there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic equipment, batteries and accumulators.

Please, dispose of them correctly at your local community waste collection/recycling centre.

Please, help us to conserve the environment we live in!

Manufacturer and Address

SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.

5-5, Keihan-hondori, 2-chome,

Moriguchi City, Osaka, Japan

Authorized Representative and Address

SANYO Sales & Marketing Europe GmbH

Stahlgruberring 4, D-81829 Munich, Germany

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Symbols used in this manual

Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay attention to.

You many find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera operation in the sections “Troubleshooting”.

FCC information

Tested To Comply

With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Declaration of Conformity

Model number: VPC-S1285

Trade Name: SANYO

Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY

Address: 21605 Plummer Street

Chatsworth, California 91311

Telephone No.: (818) 998-7322

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.

Canadian ICES-003 information

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Notes on Battery Usage

When you use the batteries, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below:

Use only the specified batteries.

Avoid extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce Camera performance. Therefore Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are highly recommended.

When you are using a new rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries that have not been used for an extended period of time (the batteries that passed the expiry date are exception), it may affect the number of images that can be captured.

Therefore, to maximize their performance and lifetime, we recommend that you fully charge the batteries and discharge them for at least one complete cycle before use.

The batteries may feel warm after a long period of continuous use of the Camera or the flash. This is normal and not a malfunction.

The Camera may feel warm after a long period of continuous use. This is normal and not a malfunction.

If the batteries are not to be used for a long period of time, remove them from the

Camera to prevent leakage or corrosion and store them after no battery power is left.

Stored for a long time in a fully charged condition, their performance may be impaired.

Always keep the battery terminals clean.

There is a risk of explosion if the batteries are replaced by an incorrect type.

Dispose of used batteries according to the recycle instructions.

Charge the rechargeable batteries fully before using for the first time.

Never use batteries of different types (together) or mix old and new batteries.

Never use manganese batteries.

To prevent short-circuiting or fire, keep the batteries away from other metal objects when carrying or storing.

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CONTENTS

10 INTRODUCTION

10 Overview

10 Package Contents

11 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

CAMERA

11 Front View

12 Rear View

13 LCD Monitor Display

15 GETTING STARTED

15 Preparation

16 Initial Settings

18 CAPTURE MODE

18 Capturing Images

19 Setting the Scene Mode

21 Setting the Panorama Mode

21 Photo Frame Function

22 Taking Images When the Smile

Feature Is On

22 Recording Shots into Multiple Image

Layout

23 Recording Shots using Face

Detection Technology

23 Self-portrait Function

24 VIDEO MODE

24 Recording Video Clips

24 Playing Back Video Clips

25 PLAYBACK MODE

25 Playing Back Still Images

26 Thumbnail Display

26 Removing Red-eye

27 Dynamic Lighting Feature

27 Attaching Voice Memos

28 Protecting Images

29 Erasing Images

30 MENU OPTIONS

30 Capture Menu

33 Video Menu

34 Playback Menu

35 Setup Menu

37 TRANSFERRING FILES TO

YOUR COMPUTER

37 Downloading Your Files

38 EDITING SOFTWARE

INSTALLATION

39 SPECIFICATIONS

40 APPENDIX

40 Possible Number of Shots

41 Troubleshooting

42 Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant

Printer

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INTRODUCTION

Overview

Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera.

Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera. Equipped with a 12.0-megapixel CCD, this camera is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to 3968 x 2976 pixels.

Package Contents

Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items:

Common Product Components:

Digital Camera

Quick Guide

Bundled CD-ROM (Application Software and INSTRUCTION Manual)

USB cable

Camera strap

2 x AA size batteries

Optional Accessory:

SD/SDHC memory card

Accessories and components may vary by retailer.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA

Front View

1 2 3 4 5

6

7

8

1. Shutter button

2.

ON/OFF Power button

3. Flash

4. Self-timer LED

5. Self-portrait mirror

6. USB terminal

7. Microphone

8. Lens

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Rear View

a b

Item

Capture Mode

1.

Shutter button

Function

Video Mode

Record button

2.

:Zooms out

:Zooms in

3.

Playback mode

:Zooms out

:Zooms in

Playback mode

4.

Capture menu

5.

Compensation

>

Video menu

6.

Self-timer Self-timer

7.

Flash

8.

If any scene mode is set: switches to scene mode selection screen

--

--

--

9.

Focus

10.

--

11. Switches to:

Video mode > Scene mode selection screen

Focus

--

Switches to:

Scene mode selection screen> Capture mode

Playback Mode

Still image: to capture mode

Video clip: to video mode

:Thumbnail

:Zooms in



Playback menu

Previous image

--

Next image

Still image: to display image

Records voice memo ( if

“Voice Memo” is “On”).

Video clip: to play video clip

--

Delete



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LCD Monitor Display

Capture mode

1. Zoom status

2. Battery condition

[ l ] Full battery power

[ o ] Medium battery power

[ n ] Low battery power

[ m ] No battery power

3. Flash mode

[Blank] Auto

[ a ] Flash On

[ d ] Flash Off

[ c ] Red-eye

[ ` ] Slow Sync

[ _ ] Pre-flash

4. Storage media

[ ] Internal memory (no card)

[ ] SD/SDHC memory card

5. [ ] Histogram

6. Main focus area

7. Image quality

[ ] Fine

[ ] Standard

[ ] Economy

8. Image size resolution

[ ] 3968 x 2976

[ ] 3264 x 2448

[ ] 2304 x 1728

[

[ ] 1600 x 1200

] 640 x 480

9. Available number of shots

10. ISO

[Blank] Auto

[

[

[

[

[

200

] ISO

800

] ISO

11. Self-timer & Self-portrait icon

[

[Blank] Off

[ ]

[ f ] g

Self-portrait

2 sec.

] 10

10+2 sec.

[ h ]

12. Date and time

13. [ ] Exposure compensation

(It can not be used in below modes: Smile

[

Detection, Portrait Man & Portrait Lady. )

] Backlight correction

(It can only be used in Portrait Man and

Portrait Lady.)

14. Capture mode icon

[Blank] Single

[ ] Continuous

[ ] AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing)

1 2

18

17

16

15

14

13

12 1 1

[ ] Album Shot

15. Slow shutter warning

16. White balance

[Blank] Auto

[ ] Incand.

[ ] Fluoresc.1

[ ] Fluoresc.2

[ ] Daylight

[ ] Cloudy

[ ] Manual WB

17. Focus setting

[Blank] Auto

[ ] Face Detect

[ ] Macro

[ ] Infinity

18. Mode icon / Scene mode

[ ] Auto

[ ] Smile Detection

[ ] Anti-shake

[ ] Panorama

[ ] Portrait Man

[ ] Portrait Lady

[ ] Landscape

[ ] Sports

[ ] Night Portrait

[ ] Night Scene

[ ] Candlelight

[ ] Fireworks

[ ] Text

[ ] Sunset

[ ] Sunrise

[ ] Splash Water

[ ] Flow Water

[ ] Snow

[ ] Beach

[ ] Pets

[ ] Natural Green

[ ] Photo Frame

[

P

] Program AE

10 9

5

6

3

4

7

8

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Video mode

1. Zoom status

2. Flash mode


4. Storage media

5. Main focus area

6. Video quality

7. Video resolution

8. Available recording time/Elapsed time

9. Self-timer icon

10. Date and time

11. Focus setting

12. Mode icon

13. Sound off icon

12

11

Playback mode Still image playback

1. Voice memo


3. Storage media

4. Histogram

5. Image quality

6. ISO

7. Image size resolution

8. File number

9. Folder number

10. Date and time

11. Exposure value

12. Aperture value

13. Shutter speed value

14. Protect icon

15. Mode icon

Playback mode Video playback

1. Video status bar

2. Elapsed time

3. File number

4. Folder number

5. Sound off icon (When the c button is pressed during video playback)

You cannot play sounds because the camera does not support the speaker function. Please use PC or other media to play the videos/still images with sounds.

6. Play mode

7. Mode icon

8. Total recorded time

15

14

13

12

1 1

8

5

7

1

10

10

R

6

1

1

2 3

9 8

2

E

100- 0001

9 8

4 3

3

4

5

6

7

2

4

5

6

7

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GETTING STARTED

Preparation

1. Attach the camera strap.

2. Open the battery/memory card cover.

3. Insert the supplied batteries with correct orientation as shown.

4. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional).

The camera has 32MB internal memory (26MB available for image storage), but you can load an

SD/SDHC memory card to expand the camera’s memory capacity.

Be sure to format the memory card with this camera before its initial usage.

5. Close the battery/memory card cover and make sure it is locked securely.

To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD/SDHC memory card, you can slide the write protect tab

(on the side of the SD/SDHC memory card) to “LOCK”.

To save, edit, or erase data on an SD/SDHC memory card, you must unlock the card .

To prevent damaging of an SD/SDHC memory card, be sure to turn off the power when inserting or removing the SD/

SDHC memory card. If inserting or removing the SD/SDHC memory card with the power on, the camera will automatically turn off.

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Initial Settings

Setting the Date and Time

The date/time needs to be set if and when:

The camera is turned on for the first time.

The camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the batteries for an extended period of time.

When the date and time information is not displayed on the LCD monitor, follow these steps to set the correct date and time.

1. Press the button, and set the camera mode to [ ] or [ ]; or press the button.

2. Press the button.

3. Select [Setup] with the f button.

4. Select [Date/Time] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

5. Select the date format with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

Select the item’s field with the e / f buttons and adjust the value for the date and time with the c / d buttons.

The time is displayed in 24-hour format.

After confirming all settings are correct, press

6. To exit from the [Setup] menu, press the button.

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Choosing the Language

Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor.



3. Select [Setup] menu with the f button.

4. Select [Language] with the c / d buttons and press

5. Select the displayed language with the c / d

The setting will be stored.


Formatting the Memory Card or Internal Memory

This utility formats the memory card (or internal memory) and erases all stored images and data.



3. Select [Setup] menu with f button.

4. Select [Format] with the c / d buttons, then

5. Select [Execute] with the c / d buttons, and

To cancel formatting, select [Cancel] and


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CAPTURE MODE

Capturing Images

Your camera is equipped with a 2.7" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings.

1. Press the button to turn the power on.

The status LED lights green and the camera is initiated.

2. Press the button, and set the camera mode to [ ].

3. Compose your image in the LCD monitor.

Pressing the button zooms in on the subject, and enlarges the subject on the

LCD monitor.

Pressing the button zooms out on the subject, and provides a wider angle image.

4. Press the shutter button.

Pressing the shutter button down halfway automatically focuses and adjusts the exposure, and pressing the shutter button down fully captures the image.

The focus area frame turns green when the camera is in focus and the exposure is calculated.

When the focus is not suitable, the frame of the focus area turns red.

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Setting the Scene Mode

By simply selecting one of the available 22 scene modes, you can capture the image with the most appropriate settings.

1. Press the button until the scene mode selection screen appears.

2. Select the desired scene mode with the e / f buttons, and press the button.

3. Compose the image and press the shutter button.

!

The table below will help you choose the appropriate scene mode:

Scene mode Description

Smile Detection Select this mode to automatically capture an image when a smiling face is detected.

Anti-shake This mode minimizes the influences of hand shaking when you want to capture an image.

Panorama Select this mode when you want to capture a series of shots then stitch them together with software to make a single photo on the computer.

Portrait Man Select this mode when you want to capture an image that makes a man stand out against a blurred background.

Portrait Lady Select this mode when you want to capture an image that makes a lady stand out against a blurred background.

Landscape Select this mode when you want to capture an image with infinity focus, hard sharpness and high saturation.

Sports Select this mode when you want to capture fast-moving subjects.

Night Portrait Select this mode when you want to capture people with an evening or night scene background.

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Scene mode Description

Night Scene Select this mode when you want to capture dark scenes such as night views.

Candlelight Select this mode when you want to capture photos of candlelight scene, without spoiling the ambience.

Fireworks Select this mode when you want to capture fireworks clearly with optimal exposure. The shutter speed becomes slower, so using a tripod is recommended.

Text

Sunset

Sunrise

Splash Water Select this mode when you want to capture photos of splashing water.

Flow Water

Snow

Select this mode when you want to capture a sunrise. This mode helps keep the deep hues in the scene.

Select this mode when you want to capture the soft flowing water.

Select this mode when you want to capture clear snow scenes without darkened subjects and bluish tint.

Beach

Select this mode when you want to capture an image that contains black and white subjects like printed documents.

Select this mode when you want to capture a sunset. This mode helps keep the deep hues in the scene.

Pets

Select this mode when you want to capture bright beach scenes and sunlit water surfaces.

Select this mode when you want to capture your pets. Shoot from their eye level.

P

Natural Green Select this mode when you want to capture the green scenery background such as forest. This mode helps to brighten the colors.

Photo Frame Select this mode when you want to personalize your photo by adding suitable frame to your photo.

Program AE This mode allows you to manually set parameters other than the shutter speed and the aperture value.

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Setting the Panorama Mode

This mode is designed to make it easier to take a series of shots then stitch them together with software to make a single image. You can capture a photographic subject that won’t fit into a single frame, such as a landscape, and stitch it together later with a program such as Arcsoft Panorama Maker

®

4.0 application.


2. Select [Panorama] with the e / f buttons, and press the button.

3. Select the photographic direction with the e / f buttons.

4. Shoot the first image.

The next image appears beside the previous image.

5. Orient the camera so that the second frame overlaps a small portion of the photographic subject of the first image and press the shutter button to capture the next image.

6. Follow the same steps to capture subsequent images in the sequence.

7. Finish the sequence by pressing the button or switch to another mode after the last image has been recorded.

(e.g.: Editing with Arcsoft Panorama Maker

®

4.0)

Arcsoft Panorama Maker

®

4.0 - Like magic, ArcSoft Panorama Maker

®

4 turns any series of overlapping photos into a gorgeous panoramic image in just seconds. The program does most of the work for you by automatically selecting an entire group of pictures with one click, automatically organizing the photos into the proper order, then seamlessly stitching the photos into a panoramic masterpiece that you can print, share or post to the web. Create horizontal, vertical and 360° panorama pictures all within this one amazing program.

To install software:

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the camera into your CD-ROM drive.

The welcome screen appears.

2. Click the respective software name.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Photo Frame Function

Use this function to add suitable frame to your image and make it personalized.


2. Select [Photo Frame] with the e / f buttons, and press the button.

3. Select your favorite frame with e / f / c / d buttons, and press the button.

4. Press the shutter button down fully to capture your image.

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Taking Images When the Smile Feature Is On

With the camera’s new “smile detection” function, this camera detects smiles so you do not miss those special moments in life.


2. Select [Smile Detection] with the e / f buttons, and press the button.

3. Compose the image, and press the shutter button down fully.

4. Once the camera detects a smile, it will automatically capture 3 images (by default, the flash mode setting is set to ).

If the [Capture Md.] is set to [Single], the camera will only capture an image after it detects a smile.

When capturing group shots (if the number of people is more than 1), the camera will automatically capture the image(s) when it detects two smiles.

If the camera does not detect a smile within 1 minute, the camera returns to preview display.

Press the shutter button once again to reactivate this function.

Recording Shots into Multiple Image Layout

The Album Shot mode enables you to easily record images and combine three shots into a single image.


2. Press the button, and select the [Function] menu with the f button.

3. Select [Capture Md.] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

4. Select [Album Shot] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.


6. Press the shutter button to capture the first image.

7. Press the shutter button again to capture the second and third images.

The camera returns to normal preview display by pressing the d button. Press the d button again to switch back to album shot preview display.

This shot can only be recorded if there are 3 shots recorded in each of the available frames.

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Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology

Face Detection Technology can identify and focus on the human faces in the image.

This advanced function simultaneously detects up to 10 human faces regardless of their position in the scene.


2. Press the button, and select [ ] icon with the e / f buttons. Press the button.

With Face Detection turned on, the camera identifies main face (white frame) and subsidiary faces (gray frames).

If the camera cannot detect and track any faces, there will be no frame shown on the screen.

3. Press the shutter button halfway down to lock the focus.

When the main face is in focus, the white frame simultaneously turns green.

Otherwise, it turns red.

4. Press the shutter button down fully to capture your image.

Focus lock

Subjects that are not suitable with this function: a. A person is wearing glasses, sunglasses, or face is covered with hat or hair.

b. A person turns sideways.

Self-portrait Function

Use this function to take pictures of yourself or include yourself in pictures.


2. Press the button, and select [ ] icon with the e / f buttons. Press the button.

3. Press the shutter button down fully to activate this function.

4. The camera identifies main face (white frame) and subsidiary faces (gray frames) automatically. When the main face is in focus, the white frame simultaneously turns green.

If the camera cannot detect and track any faces, there will be no frame shown on the screen. If it does not detect any face within 30 seconds, the camera will automatically capture an image and return to preview display.

5. After twice blinking of the self-timer LED, one image will be captured.

The camera will return to self-portrait preview to detect face.

Press the shutter button halfway down to exit.

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VIDEO MODE

Recording Video Clips

This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 / 640 x 480 pixels.


2. Compose the image.

3. Press the shutter button.

The recording of the video clip will start.

Pressing the shutter button one more time will end the recording of the video clip.

The recording time depends on the storage size and the subject of the image to be recorded.

The zoom function cannot be used during video recording.

When recording a video clip, the flash and "10+2 sec." self-timer function cannot be used.

If the write speed of your SD/SDHC memory card is not fast enough for recording video clips in the currently selected quality, the video recording will stop. In this case, select a video quality lower than the current one.

Playing Back Video Clips

You can play back recorded video clips on the camera.


The last image appears on the screen.

2. Select the desired video clip with the e / f buttons.


A press of the f / e buttons during playback allows fast forward play / fast reverse play.

To stop video playback, press the d button.

This stops playback and returns to the start of the video clip.

To pause video playback, press the button.

This pauses video playback.

To cancel pause, press the button again.

Video clips cannot be displayed rotated or enlarged.

You cannot play sounds because the camera does not support the speaker function. Please use

PC or other media to play the videos with sounds.

Windows Media player or QuickTime Player is recommended to play back the video clip on your computer.

QuickTime Player is a free media player available at www.apple.com; and compatible with Mac and Windows computers.

For more information about the operation of the media player, refer to its respective help documentation.

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PLAYBACK MODE

Playing Back Still Images

You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor.



2. The images can be displayed in forward or reverse sequence with the e / f buttons.

To view the previous image, press the e button.

To view the next image, press the f button.

Pressing the c button during image playback will result in a 90-degree clockwise rotation display.

Pressing the button enlarges the image.

To return to normal magnification, press the

button.

An [ ] icon is displayed with the video data. Video clips cannot be rotated.

An [ ] icon is displayed with images which have an audio memo recorded.

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Thumbnail Display

This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor at the same time, which can let you quickly search for the image that you want.




The images are displayed in the thumbnail display.

Images that have been selected with the e / f / c / d buttons will be indicated by a yellow frame.

When there are ten or more images, scroll the screen with the c / d buttons.

3. Press the e / f / c / d buttons to select the image to be displayed at regular size.


The selected image is displayed at its regular size.

An [ ] , [ ], [ ] icon may be displayed in a thumbnail.

Removing Red-eye

You can use this function to remove the red-eye effect after an image is taken.



2. Select the image that you want to edit with the e / f buttons.


4. Select [Fix Red Eyes] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

5. Select [Execute] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

6. View the changes on the corrected image.

7. To save your corrected image, select [Confirm] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

When this process ends, this replaces the original image with the corrected image.

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Dynamic Lighting Feature

This feature compensates for the unfavorable lighting conditions by brightening underexposed areas and balancing overexposed areas.



2. Select the image that you want to edit with the e / f buttons.


4. Select [Dynam. Light.] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

5. Select [High] or [Low] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

6. View the changes on the corrected image.

7. To save your corrected image, select [Confirm] with the c / d buttons, and press the

button.

When this process ends, this replaces the original image with the corrected image.

Attaching Voice Memos

A maximum of 30 seconds of audio can be recorded as a memo for captured still images. The voice memo can be recorded only once.



2. Select the image to which you want to attach the voice memo with the e / f buttons.


4. Select [Voice Memo] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

5. Select [On] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

6. Press the button to exit from the menu.

[VOICE RECORDING] is displayed on the screen and recording starts.

[VOICE RECORD END] will be displayed momentarily and the recording will end. An [ ] icon is displayed with images that have been recorded with a voice memo.

Playing back voice memo

You cannot play sounds because the camera does not support the speaker function.

Please use PC or other media to play the still images with sounds.

Voice memo is only available for still images.

To play the video clip back on your computer, you may use either Windows Media Player or Apple

“Quick Time Player”.

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Protecting Images

Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.



2. Select the image that you want to protect with the e / f buttons.


4. Select [Protect] with the c / d buttons, and press the

button.

5. Select [Single] or [All] with the c / d buttons, and

6. Select [Set] with the c / d buttons, and press the

button.

Protection is applied to the image and the camera returns to the playback mode.

The protect icon [ ] is displayed with protected images.

When [All] has been selected, [ ] is displayed with all the images.

Canceling the Protection

To cancel protection for only one image, display the image on which you want to remove the image protection.



2. Select the image that you want to cancel protection with the e / f buttons.


4. Select [Protect] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

5. Select [Single] or [All] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

6. Select [Cancel Protect] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

The removal of image protection is executed and the camera returns to the playback mode.

Formatting an SD/SDHC memory card overrides protection, and erases all images regardless of their protected status.

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Erasing Images

Erasing a single image / Erasing all images



2. Select the image you want to erase with the e / f buttons.


4. Select [Single] or [All] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

[Single]: Erases the selected image or the last image.

[All]: Erases all of the images except for the protected images.

5. Select [Execute] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

To not erase, select [Cancel], and press the

button.

6. To exit from the menu, press the button.

Deleting an image will not affect sequential image numbering. For example, if you delete image number 240, the next captured image will be numbered 241 even though 240 no longer exists. In other words, an image-number is retired when an image is deleted and will not be reused or reassigned to another subsequently captured image.

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MENU OPTIONS

Capture Menu

This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images.

Function

12

1. Press the

2. Press the

button to turn the power on.

button, and set the camera mode to any scene mode.

3. Press the button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] menu with the e / f buttons.

4. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the button to enter its respective menu.

The selectable items may vary in different capture modes.

5. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the button.


Size

This sets the size of the image that will be captured.

* [ ] 3968 x 2976

* [ ] 3264 x 2448

* [ ] 2304 x 1728

* [ ] 1600 x 1200

* [ ] 640 x 480

ISO

This sets the sensitivity for capturing images. When the sensitivity is raised (and the

ISO figure is increased), photography will become possible even in dark locations, but the more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear.

* [Blank] Auto

* [ ] ISO 100

* [ ] ISO 200

* [ ] ISO 400

* [ ] ISO 800

* [ ] ISO 1600

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Quality

This sets the quality (compression) at which the image is captured.

* [ ] Fine

* [ ] Standard

* [ ] Economy

W. Balance

This sets the white balance for a variety of lighting conditions and permits images to be captured that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye.

* [Blank] Auto

* [ ] Incand.

* [ ] Fluoresc.1

* [ ] Fluoresc.2

* [ ] Daylight

* [ ] Cloudy

* [ ] Manual WB

Sharpness

This sets the sharpness of the image that will be captured.

* Hard / Standard / Soft

Color

This sets the color of the image that will be captured.

* Standard / Vivid / Sepia / B&W / Blue / Red / Green / Yellow / Purple

Saturation

This sets the saturation of the image that will be captured.

* High / Standard / Low

Metering

This sets the metering method for calculating the exposure.

* Center: Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives greater weight to the subject matter at the center.

* Spot: A very small portion of the center of the screen is measured to calculate the correct exposure.

* Average: The exposure is measured all of the image area.

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Capture Md.

This sets the recording method at the time of capturing images.

* [ Blank ] Single: Captures one image at a time.

* [ ] Continuous: Permits continuous capture of up to 3 images.

* [ ] AEB: Permits 3 consecutive images in the order of standard exposure, underexposure and overexposure compensation.

* [ ] Album Shot: Creates an album-like layout to combine 3 shots into a single image.

Quick Shot

If this function is set to “On”, the camera takes a quick shot without focusing.

* On / Off

Digi. Zoom

This sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of photography.

* On / Off

Date Print

The date of recording can be printed directly on the still images. This function must be activated before the image is captured.

* On / Off

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Video Menu

This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips.

1. Press the


button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] menu with the e / f buttons.


4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the button


Size

This sets the size of the video clip that will be captured.

* [ ] 640 x 480

* [ ] 320 x 240

Quality

This sets the quality (compression) at which the video clip is captured.

* [ ] Fine

* [ ] Standard

Color

This sets the color of the video clip that will be captured.

* Standard / Vivid / Sepia / B&W / Blue / Red / Green / Yellow / Purple

Audio

This sets whether or not to record audio at the time of video recording.

* On / Off

Digi. Zoom

Refer to the section in this manual titled “Digi. Zoom” in Capture Menu (page 32) for further details.

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Playback Menu

In the [ ] mode, choose which settings are to be used for playback.






Fix Red Eyes

Refer to the section in this manual titled “Removing Red-eye” (page 26) for further details.

Dynam. Light.

Refer to the section in this manual titled “Dynamic Lighting Feature”(page 27) for further details.

Slide Show

This function enables you to play back your still images automatically in order one image at a time.

* 3 Sec.

/ 5 Sec.

/ 10 Sec.

Protect

Refer to the section in this manual titled “Protecting Images” (page 28) for further details.

Voice Memo

Refer to the section in this manual titled “Attaching Voice Memos” (page 27) for further details.

Copy to Card

Allows you to copy your files from the camera’s internal memory to an SD/SDHC memory card. Of course, you can only do this if you have a memory card installed and some files in internal memory. All files remain in the internal memory, even after copy to the SD/SDHC memory card from the internal memory.

* Cancel / Execute

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Setup Menu

Set your camera’s operating environment.


2. Press the button, and select the [Setup] menu with the f button.




Date/Time

Refer to the section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” (page 16) for further details.

Language

Refer to the section in this manual titled “Choosing the Language” (page 17) for further details .

Auto 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 for reducing battery usage.

* 1 Min. / 2 Min. / 3 Min. / Off

Beep

This sets whether or not to mute the camera sound each time you press the camera's buttons.

* On / Off

Display

This sets the image information display state.

* Default / All / Off

Fr. No. Reset

This creates a new folder. The captured images are recorded to the newly created folder from number 0001.

* Cancel / Execute

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Light Freq.

This camera supports different lighting frequencies: 50 Hz and 60 Hz. When photographing under fluorescent lighting, select the correct frequency setting depending in your local area's voltage.

* 50 Hz / 60 Hz

LCD Bright.

Select a brightness level for the LCD monitor.

* Standard / Bright

Format

Refer to section in this manual titled “Formatting the Memory Card or Internal Memory”

(page 17) for further details.

Media Info.

This displays the free capacity of the internal memory or the memory card.

Sys. Info.

This displays the firmware version of the camera.

Sys. Reset

This returns all basic settings to the camera’s default settings. The time setting will not be reset.

* Cancel / Execute

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TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR

COMPUTER

System Requirement

Windows

Pentium III 800 or equivalent

Windows 2000/XP/Vista

256MB RAM (512MB recommended)

150MB available hard disk space

CD-ROM drive

Available USB port

Macintosh

PowerPC G3/G4/G5

OS 9.0 or later

256MB RAM (512MB recommended)

128MB available hard disk space

CD-ROM drive

Available USB port

Downloading Your Files

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 terminal on the camera.

3. Turn on your camera.

4. Select [PC] using the c / d buttons and press

5. From the Windows desktop, double click on “My

Computer”.

6. Look for a new “removable disk” icon.

This “removable disk” is actually the memory (or memory card) in your camera.

Typically, the camera will be assigned drive letter “e” or higher.

7. Double click on the removable disk and locate the DCIM folder.

8. Double click on the DCIM folder to open it to find more folders.

Your recorded images and video clips will be inside these folders.

9. Copy & Paste or Drag-N-Drop image and video files to a folder on your computer.

Mac users: Double-click the “untitled” or “unlabeled” disk drive icon on your desktop.

iPhoto may automatically launch.

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EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

There are 2 types of software that are included on the CD-ROM:

MediaOne Gallery SE makes it the easiest way to manage and share your digital life with family & friends. The intuitive thumbnail library automatically organizes, updates and sorts files for the most natural way to browse your multimedia collection.

Arcsoft Panorama Maker

®

4.0 - Like magic, ArcSoft Panorama Maker

®

4 turns any series of overlapping photos into a gorgeous panoramic image in just seconds. The program does most of the work for you by automatically selecting an entire group of pictures with one click, automatically organizing the photos into the proper order, then seamlessly stitching the photos into a panoramic masterpiece that you can print, share or post to the web. Create horizontal, vertical and 360° panorama pictures all within this one amazing program.

To install software:

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the camera into your CD-ROM drive.

The welcome screen appears.

2. Click the respective software name.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

For more information about the operation of the software, refer to its respective help documentation.

For Windows 2000/XP/Vista users, please make sure to install and use the software in

“Administrator” mode.

The software is not supported by Mac.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Item

Image sensor

Description

1/2.33” CCD sensor (12.0 megapixels)

Image resolution

Still image

12M (3968X2976), 8M(3264 x 2448) ,4M (2304x1728), 2M(1600 x 1200) ,VGA(640 x 480)

Video clip

VGA(640x480)/30 fps, QVGA(320x240)/30 fps

2.7” full color TFT LCD (230K pixels) LCD monitor

Recording media

File format

Lens

Focus Range

Shutter speed

Sensitivity

Digital zoom

32MB internal memory (26MB available for image storage)

Supports SD/SDHC memory card (up to 8GB) (optional)

DCF, JPEG (EXIF 2.2), Motion-JPEG (AVI)

3x optical zoom lens

Aperture range: 2.9(W) - 5.4(T)

Focal length: 6.4mm - 19.2mm (equivalent to 38mm - 114mm on a 35mm camera)

Macro

Wide: 0.05m to infinity

Tele: 0.4m to infinity

1 - 1/2000 sec.

Still image

Auto (ISO 100-200)

Manual (ISO 100/200/400/800/1600)

* Sensitivity is measured in compliance with the ISO standard

(ISO12232:2006).

6x (Capture mode)

4x (Playback mode)

Flash effective range

0.5m - 2.4m (Wide)

0.5m - 2.1m (Tele)

Terminals

Power supply

Operating environment

USB 2.0

2 x AA size batteries

Temperature: 0°C - 40°C(32°F to 104°F)

Humidity: 10% - 85%(Non-condensing)

Dimensions

Weight

Approx. 94.5 x 61.7 x 22.3mm (without protruding parts)

Approx. 120g (without batteries and memory card)

* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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APPENDIX

Possible Number of Shots

Possible number of shots (still image)

The table shows the approximate shots that you can capture at each setting based on the capacity of the internal memory and the SD/SDHC memory card.

Size

3968 x 2976

3264 x 2448

2304 x 1728

1600 x 1200

640 x 480

Quality

Fine

Standard

Economy

Fine

Standard

Economy

Fine

Standard

Economy

Fine

Standard

Economy

Fine

Standard

Economy

Internal

Memory

3

13

15

20

21

5

11

8

9

30

33

37

79

83

88

SD/SDHC memory card capacity

18

65

75

95

103

40

48

26

55

146

157

177

371

391

415

37

131

151

191

206

81

96

52

111

291

314

354

740

779

828

128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB

75 151

2GB

295

4GB

SDHC

608

8GB

SDHC

1221

260

300

380

410

161

192

104

221

324

386

210

444

522

603

762

823

632

752

410

866

1018

1174

1485

1603

1301

1547

844

1782

2094

2417

3056

3298

2611

3106

1694

3576

4203

4850

6133

6618

578

624

1158 2256 4641 9314

1251 2437 5013 10061

703 1410 2746 5649 11335

1468 2940 5727 11780 23638

1547 3098 6034 12411 24905

1642 3290 6407 13179 26446

Possible recording time / sec (video clip)

Size

640 x 480

320 x 240

SD/SDHC memory card capacity

Quality

Internal

Memory

128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB

4GB

SDHC

8GB

SDHC

Fine 00:00:17 00:01:21 00:02:43 00:05:24 00:10:48 00:21:38 00:42:09 01:26:56

Standard 00:00:17 00:01:23 00:02:46 00:05:30 00:11:02 00:22:05 00:43:00 01:28:41

Fine 00:00:49 00:03:51 00:07:42 00:15:17 00:30:36 01:01:16 01:59:17 04:06:03

Standard 00:00:51 00:04:02 00:08:04 00:16:00 00:32:02 01:04:08 02:04:53 04:17:35

* We recommend a memory card of at least 10MB/Sec write speed to prevent auto stop or unexpected results. If you experience an error using a slower SD/SDHC memory card, you can set your camera’s video recording to QVGA (320 x 240) and standard quality.

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Troubleshooting

Refer to the symptoms and solutions listed below before sending the camera for repairs.

If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center.

Symptom

The power does not come on.

The batteries or camera feels warm.

Even if press the shutter button, the camera does not take a picture.

Cause

The memory card does not have any free capacity.

Solutions / Corrective

Actions

The batteries are not inserted. Load the batteries correctly.

The batteries are exhausted.

Replace with a new set of batteries.

Long period of continuous use of the camera or the flash.

The shutter button is not pressed all the way down.

Press the shutter button all the way down.

Insert a new memory card, or delete unwanted files.

Images do not appear on the LCD monitor.

The memory card is write-protected.

LCD monitor is dark.

No power supply.

Remove the write-protection.

Adjust the brightness of the

LCD monitor in the menu.

Although it is set to auto focus, it does not focus.

The contents on the memory card cannot be played back.

The lens is dirty.

The distance to the subject is smaller than the effective range.

You played back a memory card that was not formatted by this camera.

Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth or lens paper.

Get your subject within the effective focus range.

Insert a memory card that was formatted on this camera.

Files cannot be deleted.

The file is protected.

The memory card is write-protected.

The date and time are wrong.

Cancel protection.

Remove the write-protection.

The correct date and time is not set.

Set the correct date and time.

Cannot download images.

The free space on the hard disk in your computer may be insufficient.

Check whether the hard disk has space for running Windows, and if the drive for loading image files has a capacity at least that of the memory card inserted in the camera.

Replace with a new set of batteries.

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Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer

If a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can be printed by connecting the digital still camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without using a computer.

Connecting the camera to the printer

1. Connect one end of the USB cable to your camera.

2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the

USB port on the printer.

3. Turn on your camera.

4. The [USB] screen is displayed. Select

[PictBridge] with the c / d buttons, and press

Printing images

When the camera is properly connected to a PictBridge compliant printer, the PictBridge menu is displayed on the monitor.

1. Select the item you want to configure with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

[Images]:Select whether you want to print specific image or all images. You may also select the printing number for a specific image.

[Date Print]:According to the printer type, select whether you want to print the image with date imprint or not.

[Paper Size]:Select the desired paper size according to the printer type.

[Layout]:Select the desired printing layout according to the printer type.

[Print]:After all settings are configured, select this item to start printing.

2. If you select [Images] in the previous step, the figure shown on the right hand side will appear.

Select [Single] or [All] with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

[Single]:Select to print one specific image.

[All]:Select to print all images.

[Exit]:Exit from Images option.

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3. If you select [Single] in the previous step, the figure shown on the right hand side will appear.

Select the image that you want to print with the e / f buttons.

Select the [Print Num.] (up to 99) with the c / d buttons.

After selecting the desired image and printing

4. Select [Exit] with the c / d buttons, and press

5. Select [Print] with the c / d buttons, and press the button to start printing.

6. The printing starts and the figure shown on the right hand side appears.

[COMPLETE] will be displayed temporarily, reminding you that the printing procedure is finished.

If an error is detected during the connection

(i.e. a printer hardware problem) between camera and printer, [PRINT ERROR] will be displayed.

If an error is detected during the communication (i.e. wrong setting on the camera) between camera and printer,

[ERROR] will be displayed.

The image printing may fail if the power to the camera is cut off.

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Sanyo VPC-S1285 Instruction Manual 45 Pages

Sanyo VPC-S1285 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Digital Camera

Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera.

Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference.

FCC STATEMENT

READ THIS FIRST

Trademark Information

Product Information

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Warnings

Cautions

FOR AMERICAN USERS

FOR CANADIAN USERS

FOR EU USERS

Symbols used in this manual

FCC information

Declaration of Conformity

Canadian ICES-003 information

Notes on Battery Usage

CONTENTS

10 INTRODUCTION

11 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

CAMERA

15 GETTING STARTED

18 CAPTURE MODE

24 VIDEO MODE

25 PLAYBACK MODE

30 MENU OPTIONS

37 TRANSFERRING FILES TO

YOUR COMPUTER

38 EDITING SOFTWARE

INSTALLATION

39 SPECIFICATIONS

40 APPENDIX

INTRODUCTION

Overview

Package Contents

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA

Front View

Rear View

LCD Monitor Display

Capture mode

GETTING STARTED

Preparation

Initial Settings

Setting the Date and Time

Choosing the Language

Formatting the Memory Card or Internal Memory

CAPTURE MODE

Capturing Images

Setting the Scene Mode

Setting the Panorama Mode

Photo Frame Function

Taking Images When the Smile Feature Is On

Recording Shots into Multiple Image Layout

Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology

Self-portrait Function

VIDEO MODE

Recording Video Clips

Playing Back Video Clips

PLAYBACK MODE

Playing Back Still Images

Thumbnail Display

Removing Red-eye

Dynamic Lighting Feature

Attaching Voice Memos

Playing back voice memo

Protecting Images

Canceling the Protection

Erasing Images

Erasing a single image / Erasing all images

MENU OPTIONS

Capture Menu

Video Menu

Playback Menu

Setup Menu

TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR

COMPUTER