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DC C60
User’s Manual
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Taking care of your camera
• Do not use your camera over the following environmental range: temperature: O°C to
°C, relative humidity: 45% ~ 85%.
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• Do not use or store your camera in environments listed below:
Direct sunlight.
High humidity and dusty places.
Next to the air conditioner, electric heater or the other heat sources.
In a closed car that is directly under the sun.
Avoid shaky places.
• If your camera becomes wet, wipe it with dry cloth as soon as possible.
• Salt of seawater may cause severe camera damage.
• Do not use organic solvents, such as alcohol, etc., to clean your camera.
• If the lens or viewfinder is dirty, please use the lens brush or soft cloth to clean the lens.
Do not touch the lens with your fingers.
• To prevent electrical shock, do not attempt to disassemble or repair your camera by
yourself.
• Water may cause a fire or electric shock. Therefore, please store your camera in a dry
place.
• Do not use your camera outdoors when it is raining or snowing.
• Do not use your camera in the water.
• If the foreign substance or water gets in your camera, please tum the power off immedi-
ately and disconnect the batteries and the transformer. Remove the foreign substance or
water, and send it to the maintenance center.
• Transfer the data to the computer as soon as possible to avoid losing your image data.
Table of Contents
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1. Touring your DC C60 ...................................1
1.1. Checking package contents ................................. 1
1.2. Parts of the DC C60 and their names ................. 1
1.2.1. Front View .....................................................................1
1.2.2. Rear View ....................................................................... 2
1.2.3. SET/Direction button .................................................... 2
1.2.4. Mode Dial ...................................................................... 3
1.2.5. Viewfinder LED Indicator ............................................ 3
2. Preparing your DC C60 for using .................4
2.1. Loading the battery .............................................4
2.2. Using an AC Power Adapter: ............................. 4
2.3. How to charge the Battery: ................................ 5
2.4. Loadig an SD Memory Card: ............................. 5
2.5. Attaching the Strap: ............................................ 6
3. Using the DC C60 ..........................................7
Working Mode ...........................................................7
3.1. Auto Capture Mode .............................................7
3.1.1. Compose the pictures .................................................... 7
3.1.2. Using the Optical Zoom ................................................ 9
3.1.3. Using the Digital Zoom ................................................. 9
3.1.4. Using the Self-timer ...................................................... 10
3.1.5. Using the Flash .............................................................. 11
3.1.6. Changing the Focus ....................................................... 12
3.1.7. Changing the Exposure Compensation ....................... 13
3.1.8. Capture Mode Setup ..................................................... 14
3.1.8.1. Picture Setting .....................................................................15
3.1.8.2. Function Setting ..................................................................17
3.1.8.3. AE/AWB Setting ..................................................................20
3.2. Program Mode .....................................................22
3.3. Shutter Speed-priority Mode .............................. 23
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3.4. Aperture-priority Mode.......................................23
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3.5. Full Manual Mode ............................................... 24
3.6. Portrait Mode .......................................................25
3.7. Sports Mode .........................................................25
3.8. Night Scene Mode................................................ 25
3.9. Video Mode ..........................................................26
3.10. Playing Back Images.......................................... 27
3.10.1. Playing Back Photographed Images ........................... 27
3.10.2. Voice Record ................................................................28
3.10.3. Playing Back Movies .................................................... 29
3.10.4. Thumbnail Display ...................................................... 29
3.10.5. Zoom Playback ............................................................29
3.10.6. Slideshow Display ........................................................ 30
3.10.7. Playback Mode Setup .................................................. 31
3.10.7.1. Slide Show ..........................................................................31
3.10.7.2. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ................................31
3.10.7.3. Protect ................................................................................32
3.10.7.4. LCD Brightness ..................................................................32
3.10.8. Erasing Images .............................................................. 33
3.11. SET-UP MODE ................................................ 34
3.11.1. Basic Setting ................................................................34
3.11.2. Custom Setting ...........................................................36
4. PC dependent features ..................................38
4.1. Installing digital camera software ....................... 38
4.2. The Software of this Installation CD ..................39
4.3. Downloading the Image(s) .................................40
5. Troubleshooting (Error Message Table) ......41
6. Specifications .................................................42
7. Service information .......................................44
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TOURING YOUR DC C60
1.1. Checking package contents
The package should include the following items:
• DC C60 digital camera
• Lithium-ion Battery (rechargable)
• SD Memory Card
• AC power adapter
• Camera pouch
• Hand Strap
• AV cable
• USB cable
• User 's manual
• DC C60 software CD-ROM
1.2. Parts of the DC C60 and their names
1.2.1. Front View
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1. Self-timer/AF support LED
2. Optical viewfinder
3. Built-in flash
4. Shutter button
5. Lens/lens cover
6. POWER-Power but ton
7. MIC-Microphone
8. Mode dial
9. DC IN 5V terminal
10. USB/A/V OUT terminal
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1.2.2. Rear View
1.2.3. SET/Direction button
SET/Direction button
SET/Direction button:
1. SET-Set button
2. -Arrow button (up)
-Focus button/macro
3. -Arrow button (down)
-Self-timer button/interval
4. -Arrow button (left)
-Exp./back light
5. -Arrow button (right)
-Flash button
1. Diopter adjustment dial
2. Viewfinder
3. Viewfinder LED
4. / Zoom button
5. Speaker
6. -Menu b utton
7. -Display button
8. Strap holder
9. command dial
10. -Delete button
11. Tripod so cket
12. Battery/ SD Memory Card cover
13. LCD monitor
14. SET/Direction button
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1.2.4. Mode Dial
Mode Dial
1. : Auto mode
2. P: Program mode
3. TV : TV (Shutter Speed priority)
4. AV: AV (Aperture priority)
5. M : Manual mode
6. : Portrait mode
7. : Sports mode
8. : Night scene mode
9. : Movie mode
10. : Set-up mode
11. PC: PC mode
12. : Playback mode
1.2.5. Viewfinder LED Indicator
This describes the color and state of the viewfinder LED.
Color State During power off During photography During playback During connection to
Green On Battery charging in
Red On AC adaptor plug in Writing to SD card
Orange On Battery charging
progress.
Flashing ------ ------ ------ ------
Flashing ------ Auto focusing failure
error.
Flashing ------ No battery power left.
Auto focusing
successful.
(AF is locked)
in progress
Interval photography
stand by
Processing image.Flash
charging in progress.
Camera malfunction.
Battery cover open
SD card w ite-protect
------ While the camera is
Accessing of SD card
in progress. DPOF file
is being created.
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------ Not recognized by the
No battery
power left.
a PC
connected to a PC.
Accessing of SD card
in progress.
PC mode stand by
PC, or other status.
No battery
power left.
No SD card.
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PREPARING YOUR DC C60 FOR USING
You can use a Lithium Ion battery to power on the camera. Battery power is convenient for
capturing images or video clips.
2.1. Loading the battery
1. Make sure the camera power is off.
2. Open the battery/SD Memory Card cover.
3. Insert the battery in the correct orientation shown.
• Tilt the battery lock lever toward the strap
attachment and then insert the battery following
the orientation of the arrow on the batteryís label.
• Insert the battery as far as it can go.
4. Close the battery/SD Memory Card cover.
• To remove the battery:
Open the battery/SD Memory Card cover and
then release the battery lock lever. After the battery
is slightly ejected, pull out the battery slowly.
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• Use only the specified battery type (Lithium Ion).
• If you are not going to use the battery for an extended period of time, remove it from
the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion.
• Avoid using battery in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten
the battery life and reduce the camera performance.
2.2. Using an AC Power Adapter:
1. Make sure the camera power is off.
2. Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the
DC IN 5V terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the AC power adapter to a
power outlet.
Battery lock lever
Make sure to use only the AC power adapter specified for the camera. Damage caused
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by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty.
Note
• Using an AC power adapter while transferring images to your computer in order to
prevent unexpected automatic power off of the camera.
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2.3. How to charge the Battery:
1. Make sure the camera power is off.
2. Slide the battery/SD Memory Card cover into the direction of the [OPEN] arrow.
3. Insert the battery, noting correct polarity (+ and -).
4. Slide the battery lock lever to adjust the battery.
5. Close the battery/SD Memory Card cover firmly.
6. Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the DC IN 5V terminal.
7. Connect the other end of the AC power adapter to a power outlet.
Charging start: Green indicator
Charging end: Indicator off
Stand by: Orange indicator
Replace a new battery: Red indicator
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Make sure to use only the AC power adapter specified for the camera. Damage caused
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by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty.
Note
• When the charging is not started even if proceeding the operation above. Press power
button on at any mode after LCD indication appears, then turn the power off.
• Do not place the camera in hot temperature. Use it at room temperature.
2.4. Loadig an SD Memory Card:
All images and video clips taken by the camera can be stored in an SD (Secure Digital)
Memory Card. Even if the cameraís power is OFF, the images saved in the SD Memory Card
are not erased. An SD Memory Card can be repeated read and written.
1. Make sure the camera is off.
2. Slide the battery/SD Memory Card cover in the
direction of the [OPEN] arrow.
3. Insert an SD Memory Card :
• The front side of the memory card(printed arrow)
should face towards the front side of the camera.
• If the card cannot be inserted, check the orientation.
4. Close the battery/SD Memory Card cover.
• To remove the SD Memory Card, make sure the
camera is off. Open the battery/SD Memory Card card cover.
Press lightly on the edge of the memory card and it will eject.
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If the camera is powered-on without the card, the
"NO CARD"message appears on the LCD monitor.
• To prevent valuable data from being accidentally
erased from an SD Memory Card you can slide the
write-protected 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.
Write-protect tab
• MMC Card can not be accepted to use.
• Please format an SD Memory Card by this camera before use.
2.5. Attaching the Strap:
To prevent accidental slippage during the use, always use the strap.
Attach the hand strap as follows:
1. Thread the small loop of the hand strap through
the strap eyelet on the camera.
2. Pull the large loop through the small loop until the
strap is firmly secured.
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USING THE DC C60
This section describes the ten modes included in this camera. An in-depth coverage of these
modes will be further described. Here are the ten main functions of this camera:
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3.1. Auto Capture Mode [ ]
3.1.1. Compose the pictures
Your camera provides a single image capturing, continuous image capturing and auto
exposure bracketing capturing. It is equipped with both an optical viewfinder and a 2.0" full
color TFT LCD monitor to compose images. Taking images by using the optical viewfinder
will conserve more battery power. The LCD monitor can help you accurately compose the
pictures and examine all details. However, this may also consume you more battery power.
1. Turn the camera on by pressing the POWER button.
2. Set the mode dial to [ ].
3. Compose your shot in the viewfinder.
• Turn the ìdiopter adjustment dialî until the image
appears clearly within the viewfinder.
4. Press the shutter button down halfway, then press it
down fully.
• The viewfinder LED indicator lights red while the
camera is processing a captured image.
Voice memo is starting to record at still image capture
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mode just after the photograph is taken in case of
activating this function. It provides 30 seconds for
recording and only can be done once . To terminate
recording,press the shutter button down fully.
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Diopter adjustment dial
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Using the LCD monitor
1. Compose the picture in the LCD monitor.
2. Press the shutter button down halfway (the camera adjusts the exposure and the
focus), then press it down fully.
• The viewfinder LED indicator lights red while the camera is processing a captured
image.
1. Mode icon 9. Image size
2. Focus icon 10. Quality
3. Unsteady hold warning icon 11. Capture mode icon
4. Zoom status 12. Self-timer icon
5. Focus area (When the shutter 13. Possible number of shots
button is pressed halfway.) 14. White balance icon
6. Voice memo 15. Metering icon
7. Remaining battery status 16. Backlight correction
8. Flash icon 17. Date and time
LCD Monitor Display (Capture Mode)
The [ ] Display button can select display format. Whether in "Still Image" or
"Movie"mode, preview image with full OSD is displayed.
OSD (on-screen-display) full display OSD display OFF LCD monitor OFF
The image in the LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a
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malfunction.
Note
• Using the LCD monitor for an extended period of time will decrease the number of images
you can take. To increase the shots and conserve battery power, it is recommended to turn
the LCD monitor off and use the viewfinder instead.
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3.1.2. Using the Optical Zoom
The lens moves during the zoom photography. Zoom photography allows you to take
telephoto and wide-angle shots. The subject appears closer by pressing the [ ] button and
appears farther away by pressing the [ ] button.
1. Set the mode dial to one of [ ], [ P], [ TV ],
[ AV ], [ M ], [ ], [ ], [ ] , [ ] and
power on the camera.
2. If required,turn on the LCD monitor by pressing
the [ ]button.
3. Compose the picture by using the [ ]/[ ]
button.
• Pressing the [ ]button zooms in on the
subject, and enlarges the subject on the LCD
monitor.
• Pressing the [ ]button provides a wider angle
picture.The lens position moves according to the
zoom button setting.
4. Press the shutter button down halfway, then press
it down fully.
3.1.3. Using the Digital Zoom
By using the digital zoom, images can be enlarged so that the subject appears closer. However,
the more the image is enlarged, the grainer the image will become. The digital zoom function
is only available when you set the LCD monitor and the digital zoom to ON. To capture a
digitally zoomed image, perform the following steps:
1. Set the mode dial to one of [ ], [ P], [ TV ], [ AV ],
[ M ], [ ], [ ], [ ] , [ ] and power on the
camera.
2. If required,turn on the LCD monitor by pressing the
[] button.
3. To enable the digital zoom is as follows:
a. Press the MENU button.
b. Press the or button to select Function page.
c. Press the or button to select Digital Zoom, and
press the SET button.
d. Press the or button again to select ON, and press
the SET button.
e. Press the MENU button.
f. To activate the digital zoom, press the [ ] button
completely and hold it until the image on the LCD
monitor expands.
4.Press the shutter button to capture a “zoomed” image.
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The camera has 1X to 3X optical zoom and 1X to 4.4X electrical zoom function.
• Digital zoom function is terminated when user selects LCD off mode.
3.1.4. Using the Self-timer
The [ ] self-timer button can select the capturing mode between "OFF" (default) and
"Self timer (10 sec., 2 sec., 10+2 sec. or Interval)".
[10 sec.] The camera automatically takes a picture after ten seconds delay.
[2 sec.] The camera automatically takes a picture after two seconds delay.
[10+2 sec.] The camera automatically takes a picture after ten seconds delay, and
[Interval] The camera automatically takes a picture every preset time till media
To activate the self-timer by pressing the shutter button. After selecting this mode, self-timer
icon displays on LCD monitor and then LED on the front panel blinks fast for the last 3
seconds. Using the self-timer allows you to get into the scene when taking group images.
1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface.
2. Set the mode dial to one of [ ], [ P], [ TV ], [ AV ],
[ M ], [ ], [ ], [ ] , [ ] and power on the camera.
3. Press the [ ] button.
takes again after two seconds.
In case of flash light capacitor is not charged up, the second take can be
done at two second after charged.
full or battery empty.
• When you toggle the self-timer button, the following are
displayed in the accordingly order:
Off 10 sec 2 sec 10+2 sec Interval
4. Compose the picture.
5. Press the shutter button down halfway, then press it down fully.
• The self-timer function is activated.The photograph is then taken after the preset time.
• When the photographs are taken using the LCD monitor, the count down is displayed.
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After an image is taken using self-timer, the self-timer mode is turned off.
• The self-timer is not possible in the continuous capture mode.
• The self-timer is only available for 2 or 10 seconds delay at [ ] mode. The camera
automatically starts to recording after 2 or 10 seconds.
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3.1.5. Using the Flash
The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of
flash. You can take an image using a suitable flash mode to your circumstances. If you change
the flash mode, the camera will retain that setting even if the camera is turned off.
1. Set the mode dial to one of [ ], [ P], [ TV ], [ AV ],
[ M ] and power on the camera.
2. Press the [ ] buttonrepeatedly until your desired flash
mode appears.
• When you toggle the flash button at [ ] mode, the
available flash modes are displayed in the following order:
[No display] Auto [] Red-Eye/Forced Flash
[] Suppressed Flash [] Forced Flash
3. Compose the picture and press the shutter button down halfway, then press it down fully.
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After flash fires, it takes approximately 5 seconds to 10 seconds to be ready for the
next shot during solid orange indicator.
The camera has FOUR flash modes: Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Forced Flash and Flash Off.
The table below will help you to choose the appropriate flash mode:
Icon Flash Mode Description
[Blank ] Auto Flash The flash fires automatically according to the ambient lighting conditions.
Red-Eye Reduction
[]
(With auto-flash
except to
[TV][AV],[M])
Forced Flash The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness. Select
[]
Suppressed Flash The flash will not fire.
[]
Select this mode for general photography. The flash emits a precursor-flash
before except the main flash f ires. This causes the pupil in the human eyes to
contract, reducing the red-eye phenomenon. Select this mode when taking
images of people and animals in low-light conditions.
this mode for recording images with high contrast (back lighting) and deep
shadows.
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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Auto flash can only be set at [] mode. It can not be set at [M], [P], [TV] and [AV ] modes.
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• In the [ ] Portrait mode, flash setting is fixed to [] Red-Eye Reducti on mode.
• In the [ ] Sports mode, flash setting is fixed to [ ] Suppressed Flash mode.
• In the [ ] Night scene mode, flash setting is fixed to [ ] Forced Flash mode.
• On the [] focus mode, the flash mode is fixed to [ ] Suppressed Flash.
• The flash cannot be set in the [] mode and capture mode [Continuous] and [Auto Exp.].
3.1.6. Changing the Focus
1. Set the mode dial to one of [ ], [ P], [ TV ], [ AV ],
[ M ], [ ], [ ], [ ] ,
2. Toggle the [ ] Focus button.
The selected focus mode is displayed on the LCD monitor.
[no indication]: Normal Auto Focus (0.8m to infinity).
[ ]: Macro Auto Focus (0.09m to infinity/Wide,
[ ]: The camera will focus on the subjects in a
[3m]: The camera will focus on subjects in a
[1m]: The camera will focus on subjects in a
3. Compose the picture.
4. Press the shutter down halfway,then press it down fully.
[] and power on the camera.
0.3m to infinity/Tele).
distance of infinity to take photos.
distance of 3m to take photos.
distance of 1m to take photos.
When shooting a close-up in Macro mode, use the LCD monitor to compose your shot,
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avoiding the off-center parallax phenomenon.
Note
• There is not a distinct point (subject range) at which Normal mode is favored over
Macro mode; take in image in both optical modes and compare the results.
• After a Macro shot is taken DO NOT FORGET to reset the lens to the normal position.
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3.1.7. Changing the Exposure Compensation
This setting [ ] allows you to intentionally lighten or darken the entire image. Use this
setting when the optimum brightness (exposure) cannot be obtained, for example, when the
brightness between the subject and the background is not balanced or when the subject to
photograph occupies only an extremely small part of the screen.
The [ ] Exposure Compensation button can select “Normal capturing mode”,
“Backlight compensation capturing mode” and “Exposure compensation adjusting mode”
cycling.
1. Set the mode dial to one of [P], [TV], [AV] and power on the camera.
2. Toggle the [ ] button to select exposure compensation mode or backlight
compensation mode.
3. When exposure compensation mode is seleced, rotate the Command dial to adjust the
exposure, and press the [ ] button again to confirm.
• Rotate the Command dial to counter clockwise direction to decrease (darken) exposure,
and rotate the Command dial to clockwise direction to increase (brighten) exposure.
4. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully.
Backlight compensation
Effective Subjects and Set Values
Exposure compensation
Positive (+) Compensation
• Copying of printed text (black characters on white paper)
• Backlit portraits
• Very bright scenes (such as snowfields) and highly reflective subjects
• Shots made up predominantly of sky
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Negative (-) Compensation
• Spotlit subjects, particularly against dark backgrounds
• Copying of printed text (white characters on black paper)
• Scenes with low reflectivity, such as shots of green or dark foliage
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While selecting “Backlight compensation capturing mode” , the EV value sets to +1.3 EV
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automatically and setting of exposure compensation value is ignored.
Note
• In “Exposure compensation”, the default value is “0.0EV”. The setting range is as follows:
-2.0 / -1.7 / -1.3 / -1.0 /- 0.7 / -0.3 / 0 (default) / +0.3 / +0.7/ +1.0 / +1.3 / +1.7 / +2.0
• Exposure Compensation cannot be set at [ ] mode.
• The ideal brightness sometimes cannot be obtained even if a large exposure value is set in
dark photographic conditions.
In this case, press the shutter button, and check the brightness in the preview image
(photographed still image).
3.1.8. Capture Mode Setup
This menu is for setting the basic setting to be used for photography in the [ ], [ P],
[ TV ], [ AV ], [ M ], [ ], [ ], [ ] , [ ]photography modes.
1. Set the mode dial to one of [ ], [ P], [ TV ], [ AV ],
[ M ], [ ], [ ], [ ] , [ ] and power on the
camera.
2. Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed.
3. Use the or button to select the menu page.
4. Use the or button to select the desired item
and press the SET button.
The options are displayed.
5. Use the or button to select the desired setting
and press the SET button.
This saves the settings, and returns the display to
menu screen.
6. To exit the menu screen, press the MENU button.
The camera is now ready to take photographs.
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3.1.8.1. Picture Setting
The Picture Setting contains 5 items: Size, Quality, Sharpness, Contrast and Color.
Size
Set the desired image size.
[2816 x 2112]: 2816 x 2112 pixel (6M)
[2272 x 1704]: 2272x1704 pixel (4M)
[1600 x 1200]: 1600x 1200 pixel (2M)
[640 x 480]: 640 x 480 pixel (VGA)
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In the [ ] mode, image size available is 320 x 240 pixels.
In the [ ] mode, image size available is 320 x 240 pixels.
Quality
This sets the quality (compression rate) at which the photograph is taken.
[Fine]: Low compression rate
[Standard]: Normal
[Economy]: High compression rate
[TIFF]: No compression rate (the highest image quality and the largest
file sizes.)
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Economy setting cannot be set in the [ ] mode.
• TIFF setting is selectable only when size setting is set to 2816x2112.
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Sharpness
This sets the sharpness of the image that will be photographed.
[Hard]: Hard touch
[Normal] : Normal touch
[Soft]: Soft touch
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Contrast
This sets the difference between the bright and dark portions of the image that will be
photographed.
[Hard]: Increases the contrast.
[Normal] : Set the contrast automatically.
[Soft]: Decreases the contrast.
Color
This sets the color of the image that will be photographed.
[Standard]: Standard color
[Vivid] : Bright color
[Sepia]: Sepia
[Monochrome]: Black-and-white
Possible number of shots (Still picture)
The table shows the approximate shots that you can take at each setting based on an
optional SD card from 32MB to 512MB.
Image Size Quality SD card
(Fine)
(6M)
2816 x 2112
(4M)
2272 x 1704
(2M)
1600 x 1200
(VGA)
640 x 480
(Standard)
(Economy)
TIFF 2 5 10 21 43
(Fine)
(Standard)
(Economy)
(Fine)
(Standard)
(Economy)
(Fine)
(Standard)
(Economy)
32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB
11 22 45 91 183
18 38 77 154 311
34 70 142 283 571
18 37 76 151 305
30 61 124 247 498
59 121 244 487 981
37 76 153 306 616
59 121 244 487 981
118 242 489 975 1963
145 298 602 1200 2417
210 430 870 1734 3491
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Possible recording time/sec (Video clip)
Image Size Quality SD card
(Fine)
320 x 240
(Standard)
32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB
01:45 03:34 07:13 14:23 28:59
02:36 05:20 10:46 21:28 43:13
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The above data shows the standard testing results. The actual capacity varies
according to the shooting conditions and settings.
• The memory card testing results for 512MB are based on Toshiba, Panasonic and
Sandisk SD card.
3.1.8.2. Function Setting
The Function Setting contains 7 items: Capture Mode, Voice Memo, LCD Brightness,
Digital Zoom, Preview, Date Print and Interval/Count.
Capture Mode
Set the capture mode at which the image is to be
recorded.
[Single]: Takes one photograph at a time.
[Continuous]: Permits continuous photography of
[Auto Exp.]: Effective when it is difficult to
Set the voice memo for still image. In case of
activating voice memo, audio data which incoming
from microphone is recorded 30 seconds at preview
or playback mode.
[ON]: Enable voice memo
[OFF]: Disable voice memo
5 pictures max, at the fastest interval
of 0.62 seconds.
determine the exposure for
continuous photography with
exposure at the 3 levels of standard
exposure (0), underexposure (-0.67)
and overexposure (+0.67)
compensation.
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LCD Brightness
Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. By
selecting LCD Bright. of menu, and press the SET
button, the LCD control mode is displayed.
Press button to darken the LCD monitor, or
button to lighten the LCD monitor.
The LCD monitorís adjustment range is within -5 to
+5. The default value is 0.
Digital Zoom
Enlarge the center of the screen and takes
photographs with the focal distance increased by
factor of 4.0.
[ON]: Enable digital zoom photography (default).
[OFF]: Disable digital zoom photography.
Preview
Set to display a photographed image on the LCD
monitor immediately after you have taken the shot.
[ON]: Enable display preview (default).
[OFF]: Disable display preview.
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A photographed image is displayed on the LCD monitor for 2 seconds.
• When preview is set to “OFF”, voice memo setting is also fixed to “OFF”.
Date Print
The date of recording can be printed directly on the
still images. This function must be activated before
the image is taken.
[ON]: Imprints the date on the still images when
taking pictures.
[OFF]: Does not imprint the date on the still images
when taking pictures.
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Interval/Count
The camera provides interval image capturing based
on this setting.
This mode is available in the self-timer photography.
By selecting Interval/Count and press the SET
button,the Interval/Count mode is displayed.
Press the or button to change the interval time.
[1 Min.]: Recording interval is 1 minute
[3 Min.]: Recording interval is 3 minutes
[10 Min.]: Recording interval is 10 minutes.
[60 Min.]: Recording interval is 60 minutes.
Select count by pressing the or button. You can
set the counts you want to take pictures by pressing
the or button. To cancel Interval/Count while
this function is activated, press the power button to
turn off or toggle the mode dial.
[2]: 2 shots can be taken
[99]: 99 shots can be taken
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The number of photographs that can be taken will differ depending on the
capacity of the memory, the image settings, and other factors.
• During the interval between one photograph and another, the viewfinder LED
flashes red and the camera power is automatically turned off.
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3.1.8.3. AE/AWB Setting
The AE/AWB Setting contains 4 items: White balance, Metering, ISO and Manual WB.
This menu is not available in the [ ]Auto and [ ]mode.
White Balance
The camera determines the white balance by
averaging the various kinds of light that actually
enters the lens. You may set in advance the white
balance when taking photographs under specific
lighting conditions.
[ Auto ]: Auto white balance (default).
[ Incandescent ]: Incandescent light mode.
[ Fluorescent 1 ]: Reddish fluorescent light mode.
[ Fluorescent 2 ]: Bluish fluorescent light mode.
[ Day Light ]: Daylight mode.
[ Cloudy ]: Cloudy mode.
[ Manual ]: Manual mode.
Metering
The camera calculates the exposure level before a
photograph is taken.
[ Multi ]: Mult i metering (def ault)
[ Spot ]: Spot metering
The exposure is measured and calculated
for the entire area of the screen. By
dividing the entire area of the screen, the
exposure level for each unit is calculated.
A well balance exposure can be obtained.
The exposure is measured in a very small
area at the center of the screen.It is
possible to calculate the exposure of a
subject without being affected by the
surrounding environment.
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ISO
Set the photographic sensitivity at which the image is
to be recorded.
[50]: Equivalent to color ISO50.
[100]: High-sensitive photography equivalent to
[200]: High-sensitive photography equivalent to
[Auto]: Automatically set between ISO 50 to ISO
color ISO100.
color ISO200.
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In [ ] , [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] mode, the ISO will be automatically set
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between ISO 50 to ISO 200.
• In [TV], [AV] or [M] mode, during 50, the ISO will be fixed to ISO 50; during
100, the ISO will be fixed to ISO 100; during 200, the ISO will be fixed to ISO
200.
• In [ P ] mode, ISO setting has 50, 100, 200 and Auto . If Auto is selected, the
camera will automatically set the ISO value according to the ambient brightness.
Manual WB
You may select “Manual WB” by using the or
button at AE/AWB adjusting menu, and press the
SET button. LCD monitor shows the manual WB
menu. Compose the picture with white object
(e.g.white paper) inside the area indicated by blue
angle on the LCD monitor.
Select “Execute” by using the or button, then
press the SET button.
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3.2. Program Mode [ P ]
The camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and the aperture value according to
the brightness of an object. It is possible to change the white balance, the metering system
and exposure compensation in program mode.
1. Set the mode dial to [P] and power on the camera.
2. Compose the picture.
3. Press the shutter button down halfway, and press it
down fully.
Program/TV/AV/Manual/Portrait/Sports/Night scene mode:
1. Mode icon 11. Capture mode icon
2. Focus icon 12. Self-timer icon
3. Unsteady hold warning icon 13. Possible number of shots
4. Zoom status 14. White balance icon
5. Focus area (When the shutter 15. Metering icon
button is pressed halfway.) 16. Exposure compensation
6. Voice memo 17. Shutter speed
7. Remaining battery status 18. Aperture
8. Flash icon 19. Histogram
9. Image size 20. Long time exposure mode icon
10. Quality
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3.3. Shutter Speed-priority Mode [ TV ]
In this mode, photographs are taken with the priority given to shutter speed. The camera
automatically sets the aperture value according to the shutter speed.
A fast shutter speed produces a photograph that looks as if a moving subject is still.
A slow shutter speed produces as photograph that makes you feel that it is flowing.
1. Set the mode dial to [ TV ] and press the [ ]
button.
2. Set the shutter speed with the command dial.
• Turn the command dial to the side
(toward faster shutter speeds)
• Turn the command dial to the side
(toward slower shutter speeds)
• The setting range is as follows.
1/1500, 1/1250, 1/1000, 1/800, 1/650, 1/500, 1/400,
1/320, 1/250, 1/200, 1/160, 1/125, 1/100, 1/80, 1/64,
1/50, 1/40, 1/32, 1/25, 1/20, 1/16, 1/13, 1/10, 0.13s,
0.16s, 0.20s, 0.25s, 0.3s, 0.4s, 0.5s, 0.6s, 0.8s, 1s, 1.3s,
1.6s, 2s, 2.5s, 3.2.s, 4s, 5s, 6.4s, 8s
• The shutter speed and corresponding aperture
value are displayed on the screen. If an appropriate
combination cannot be set, the aperture value is
displayed in red, but photographs can be taken.
3. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down
halfway, then press it down fully.
Setting the shutter speed slower than 0.5 second will result in long exposure
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photography and the [ ] will be displayed on the screen.
• In the flash photography mode, when[ ] and [ ] are set, the fastest
shutter speed is 1/250 second.
• In the capture mode [Continuous] and [Auto Exp.], the shutter speed cannot
be set slower than 0.5 second.
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3.4. Aperture-priority Mode [ AV ]
In this mode, photographs are taken with the priority given to aperture. The camera
automatically sets the shutter speed according to the aperture.
A small aperture value produces a portrait photo with an out-of-focus background. The
smaller the aperture value, the more out-of-focus the background becomes.
A large aperture value produces sharp images on both close objects and distant objects
like landscapes. The larger the aperture value, the larger the area for sharp images.
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1. Set the mode dial to [ AV ] and press the [ ] button.
2. Set the aperture value with the command dial.
• Turn the command dial to the side to increase the
value.
• Turn the command dial to the side to decrease the
value.
• The setting range is as follows.
F6.7/F5.6/F 4.8/F4.0/F3.5/F2.8
• The aperture and corresponding shutter speed are dis-
played on the screen. If an appropriate combination
cannot be set, the shutter speed value is displayed in red,
but photographs can be taken.halfway, then press it
down fully.
3. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down
halfway, then press it down fully.
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The aperture value is adjusted automatically depending on the position of the
zoom lens.
3.5. Full Manual Mode [ M ]
This mode can set the aperture and shutter speed values separately before taking a
photograph. Both the aperture value and shutter speed can be changed by rotating the
Command dial.
1. Set the mode dial to [ M ].
2. Select the shutter speed or the aperture with the
[] button.
3. Set the shutter speed or the aperture value with the
command dial.
4. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down
halfway, then press it down fully.
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In the flash photography mode, when [ ] and [ ] are set, the fastest
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shutter speed is 1/250 second.
• Setting the shutter speed slower than 0.5 second will result in long exposure
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photography and the [ ] will be displayed on the screen.
3.6. Portrait Mode [ ]
Select this mode to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus. Flash
setting is fixed to red-eye reduction mode automatically.
1. Set the mode dial to [ ] and power on the camera.
2. Compose the picture.
3. Press the shutter button down halfway, and press it
down fully.
3.7. Sports Mode [ ]
Select this mode to take photographs of fast-moving subjects. Flash photography is not
possible.
1. Set the mode dial to [ ] and power on the camera.
2. Compose the picture.
3. Press the shutter button down halfway, and press it
down fully.
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3.8. Night Scene Mode [ ]
Select this mode to take photographs of people against a dusk or nigh-time background.
Flash setting is fixed to Slow Synchro (the flash is fired at a slower shutter speed).
1. Set the mode dial to [ ] and power on the camera.
2. Compose the picture.
3. Press the shutter button down halfway, and press it
down fully.
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3.9. Video Mode [ ]
The movie mode allows you to record video clips at the size of 320 x 240 pixels.
By dialing the MODE switch to [ ] position, the camera can take moving image with
“voice” recording. The camera shows the preview image on the LCD monitor.
(In [ ] mode, the LCD monitor cannot be turned off.)
Movie mode
1. Mode icon
2. Focus icon
3. Zoom status
4. Remaining battery status
5. Image size
6. Quality
7. Self-timer icon
8. Possible recording time/elapsed time
9. Recording indicator
1. Set the mode dial to [ ].
2. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down
fully.
• Photography begins. [REC] appears on the LCD monitor.
3. To stop making movies, press the shutter button down fully again.
• If you do not do this, photography is automatically stopped when there is no more
free space on the SD Memory Card, or when the maximum size that a single
movie can be recorded is reached.
In [ ]mode, EV compensation cannot be set or activated.
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• In [ ]mode, the flash mode is automatically set to [OFF].
• The image size during capture and playback becomes (320X240).
• The movie made in (320x240) size is displayed on the entire LCD monitor.
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3.10. Playing Back Images [ ]
3.10.1. Playing Back Photographed Images
(Single-Frame Playback)
Play back photographed still images one image at a time.
1. Set the mode dial to [ ] and power on the camera.
• The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
2. Rotate the COMMAND dial or press the or
button to advance to next frame or to go back one
frame.
• Rotate clockwise: Display the next image.
• Rotate counterclockwise: Display the previous image.
Playback mode (Standard):
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1. Folder number
2. File number
3. Voice memo icon
4. Protect icon
5. Mode icon
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LCD Monitor Display (Playback Mode)
The [ ] Display button can switch the display on the LCD monitor when playing
back photographed images. You can switch the display to show a list of detailed
information.
1. Set the mode dial to [ ] and power on the camera.
2. Rotate the Command dial or press the or button to select the image.
3. Press the[ ] button.
• Each press of the[ ] button switches the display format as follows:
This function is not available for movie image playback.
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3.10.2. Voice Record
By pressing the shutter button during playing back the picture, voice may be recorded. When
pressing the shutter button down fully “VOICE RECORDING” is indicated on the LCD
monitor for 30 seconds. Pressing the shutter button down fully again “VOICE RECORD
END” is indicated.
In the playback display mode, voice icon is displayed for the voice recorded picture.
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Note
• Voice record is also available at still image capture mode.
• Voice record only can be done once.
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3.10.3. Playing Back Movies
Playback movies that you have recorded. The movies are displayed on the entire LCD
monitor. Press the SET button and then you will see playback of the selected movie begins.
1. Folder number
2. File number
3. Protect icon
4. Movie status bar
5. Total time
6. Elapsed time
7. Play mode
8. Mode icon
3.10.4. Thumbnail Display
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. Press the [ ] button.
• Nine images are displayed simulta-
neously.
2. Use the , , or button to
move the cursor and select the image to
be displayed at regular size.
3. Press the SET button to display the
selected image on the full screen.
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In the thumbnail display mode, movie icon [ ] is displayed for the movie data.
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3.10.5. Zoom Playback
The camera has 2x and 4x playback digital zoom function. While reviewing your images, you
may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you to view fine
details.
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Movies cannot be displayed using the zoom playback feature.
1. Adjust the zoom ratio by using the [ ] or [ ]
button.
• Pressing the [ ] button will enlarge the image.
• To return to normal magnification, press the [ ]
button.
• The image is displayed enlarged, and a white frame
and greenframe are displayed on the LCD monitor.
• The white frame indicates the entire image, while the
green frame shows the location of the currently
enlarged area.
2. Use the , , or button to select the area to
enlarge.
• Adjust the display area to enlarge while viewing the
white and green frames.
3. To return to the regular display, press the [ ] button.
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Pressing the [ ] button magnifies the image from 1x-->2x-->4x.
• Pressing the [ ] button reduces the image from 4x-->2x-->1x.
3.10.6. Slideshow Display
The slideshow function enables you to playback your images automatically in sequential
order as a slide show. This is a very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded
images and for presentation.
1. Press the MENU button.
• The menu screen appears.
2. Select Slide Show by using the or
button.
3. Press the SET button.
• The slideshow starts at 3 seconds interval
and [ ] is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
• To stop the slideshow display, press the
SET button.
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Entire image
Entire image
Current
Current
position of
position of
enlargement
enlargement
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3.10.7. Playback Mode Setup
3.10.7.1. Slide Show
Automatically plays back still images in order one image at a time.
Refer to section in this manual titled “Slideshow Display” for further details.
3.10.7.2. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
Print Information
DPOF is the abbreviation for Digital Print Order Format, which allows you to print the
images directly from the DPOF-compatible printers by simply inserting the memory card
into the printer and do the necessary settings.
1. Press the MENU button.
• The menu screen appears.
2. Select the “DPOF” by using the or button and
press the SET button.
• You can select the Single or All option and press the
SET button to confirm the selection.
3. Print Number, Date and Print Enable appear. Use the
or button to select one of them and press the
SET button to confirm.
4. Use the , , or button to make change and
press the SET button to confirm.
• The camera returns to Single/All submenu. To exit
from the menu screen, press the MENU button.
[Print Number]: Select the image quantity from 1~9.
[Date]: Select to print the date on the image or not.
[Print Enable]: If you select “Cancel” and press the SET button to confirm, all
the settings will be deleted. If “Execute” is selected and
confirmed the camera will save the settings.
DPOF
Single
Print Num. 1
Date ON
Print Enable Execute
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This function gives the image protection from erasing. Follow the steps below to perform the
protect functions.
1. Select the Protect by using the or button and
press the SET button.
2. Protect submenu appears, including Single, All and
Select. Use the or button to select one of them
and press the SET button to confirm.
3. Use the or button to select the desired setting
and press the SET button.
• In Single/All submenu, use the or button to
select the desired setting and press the SET button.
[Set]: The one image displayed on the
[Cancel Protect]: Cancel image protection.
[Exit]: Exit from the menu screen.
LCD monitor is locked and
[ ] is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
• If “Select” is selected, thumbnail display appears on the LCD monitor. Use the ,
, or button to select the image and press the [ ] button to select lock/
unlock and press the SET button to confirm.
3.10.7.4. LCD Brightness
Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. This adjustment does not adjust the brightness of
the image to be recorded. The LCD monitor’s adjustment range is within -5 to +5.
1. Select the “LCD Bright” by using the or button
and press the SET button.
2. Use the or button to select the desired setting
and press the SET button.
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Protect
Single
Set
Cancel Protect
Exit
Set:Enter or :Select
LCD Bright.
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3.10.8. Erasing Images [ ]
The [ ] button provides to erase image file. While pressing [ ] button during monitoring
mode, the latest image data and erase menu appears on the LCD monitor.
1. Press the [ ] button.
• The Delete menu is displayed on the LCD monitor.
2. Use the or button to select the Delete sub-menu (Single/
All/Select).
Erasing Single Image
Single: Erase this image.
a. Select [Single] and press the SET button to confirm the
selection.
• "Delete This Picture?" sub-menu is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
b. Use the or button to select Execute/Cancel.
[Execute]: Erase this image.
[Cancel]: Cancel the deletion
C. Press the SET button to confirm the setting.
Erasing All Images
All: Erase all images.
a. Select [All] and press the SET button to confirm the
selection.
• "Delete All Pictures?" sub-menu is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
b. Use the or button to select Execute/Cancel.
[Execute]: Erase all images.
[Cancel]: Cancel the deletion
C. Press the SET button to confirm the setting.
Erasing Selected Image
Select: Erase the selected image.
a. Select [Select] and press the SET button to confirm the
selection.
• Thumbnail display and [ ] appear on the LCD monitor.
b. Use the , , or button to select the image you
want to erase and press the [ ] button to confirm the
selection.
• [ ] icon appears on the selected image.
C. Press the SET button to confirm the setting.
Delete
Delete This Picture?
Cancel
Execute
Set:Enter or :Select
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• This function is available for all modes except for PC and SET-UP modes.
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3.11. SET-UP MODE
This feature allows you to set up the default settings for using your camera in addition to
image-related settings. You can select your personal preferences for the camera by this mode.
3.11.1. Basic Setting
The Basic Setting contains 6 items:
Card Information, Frame Number Reset, Format, Sound,
Beep and Auto Power Off.
Card Info.
Display the total and remaining memory size of the inserted SD Memory Card.
1. Set the mode dial to [] and power on the
camera.
2. Use the or button to select Card Info.
3. Press the SET button.
• Card Information will be displayed.
4. Press SET button once again to exit.
Fr. No. Reset (Frame Number Reset)
Reset the frame number.
Default reset: Folder number is 100 and file number is 0001.
1. Press the SET button.
• Frame Number Reset menu is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
2. Use the or button to select Execute/Cancel.
[Execute]: Reset the frame number.
[Cancel]: Does not reset the frame number.
3. Press the SET button to confirm the setting.
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If folder already exists on SD Memory Card, it assigns older number than the existing
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Format
Formatting erases all images and reformats the SD Memory Card loaded in your camera.
Protected images are also erased. SD Memory Card can’t be formatted if it is write-protected.
1. Press the SET button.
• “Format SD card” menu is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
2. Use the or button to select Execute/Cancel.
[Execute]: Format the memory card.
[Cancel]: Does not format the memory card.
3. Press the SET button to confirm the setting.
Sound
Set the sound ON/OFF.
1. Press the SET button.
• The pull down menu for Sound is displayed on the
LCD mon itor.
2. Use the or button to select the desired sound
setting.
[ON]: Enable the sound setting.
[OFF]: Disable the sound setting.
3. Press the SET button to confirm the setting.
Beep
Set the beep ON/OFF.
1. Press the SET button.
• The pull down menu for Beep is displayed on the
LCD mon itor.
2. Use the or button to select ON/OFF.
[ON]: Enable the beep setting.
[OFF]: Disable the beep setting.
3. Press the SET button to confirm the setting.
Auto POFF (Auto Power Off )
In case no buttons is pressed for a certain period of time while power on, the camera turns
off automatically to conserve power. The default value is 1 minute.
1. Press the SET button.
• The pull down menu for Auto Power Off is displayed on
the LCD monitor.
2. Use the or button to select the desired time setting.
[1 Min]: If no operation is carried out for 1 minute, Auto
power off is activated (default).
[2 Min]: If no operation is carried out for 2 minutes,
Auto power off is activated.
[3 Min]: If no operation is carried out for 3 minutes,
3. Press the SET button to confirm the setting.
Auto power off is activated.
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3.11.2. Custom Setting
The Custom Setting contains 5 items: Date/Time, System
Reset, Language, Video Output and System Information.
Date/Time
Set the Date and Time.
1. Press the SET button.
• The Date/Time menu is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
2. Use the or button to select the item to set.
3. Use the or button to set the value for each item.
4. Press the SET button to confirm the setting after all
item values are set.
Sys. Reset (System Reset)
Set all the parameter to default settings.
1. Press the SET button.
• The System Reset menu is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
2. Use the or button to select Execute/Cancel.
[Execute]: Return to default setting.
[Cancel]: Retain the current setting.
3. Press the SET button to confirm the setting.
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Language
Set the on-screen display language.
1. Press the SET button.
• The pull down menu for Language is displayed on
the LCD monitor.
2. Use the or button to select the desired OSD
language.
3. Press the SET button to confirm the setting.
Video Output
Set the video output system according to the country in which your camera used.
1. Press the SET button.
• The pull down menu for Video Output is displayed
on the LCD monitor.
2. Use the or button to select the desired Video
Output setting.
[NTSC]: NTSC system.
[PAL]: PAL s yst em.
3. Press the SET button to confirm the setting.
System Info. (System information)
Display the camera firmware version.
1. Press the SET button.
• The camera firmware version is displayed on the
LCD mon itor.
2. To return to main menu, press the SET button.
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PC DEPENDENT FEATURES
Preparations
To use the PC dependent functions, you need to install your digital camera software and
connect the camera to your PC.
4.1. Installing digital camera software
• If your operation system is Windows 98SE, please setup the DC C60 driver first, if the
operation system is Windows ME/2000/XP, then it's not necessary for you to setup
driver in advance.
• It's recommended that you setup driver and software before connecting digital still
camera to your PC for smooth installation. Normally, a software installation menu
appears automatically after this installation CD is inserted into your CD-ROM drive.
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• Click on each item to start installing the software program of your choice. If the menu
did not appear, please browse the CD and find a program file named "Autorun.exe" in
the root directory and double-click on it. The menu will appear. If you want to know
the content of this CD and install software manually, please refer to the descriptions of
the CD content below.
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4.2. The Software of this Installation CD
Software Description
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1. DC C60 Driver (Win 98SE) For Win 98SE only. If your operation system is
2. Ulead Photo Express Ulead® Photo Express™ 5.0 SE is a complete photo
3. Ulead Photo Explorer Ulead® Photo Explorer™ 8.0 SE Basic provides an
4. Ulead VideoStudio Ulead® VideoStudio™ 8 SE VCD is home video-
5. Microsoft DirectX Microsoft DirectX, an all-in-one and closs-platform
6. Acrobat reader Adobe Acrobat Reader, it's a "must have" utility to
7. Electronic User's manual Allows you to view the user’s manual on-line.
Windows 98SE, please setup the DC C60 driver first.
If the operation system is Windows ME/2000/XP,
then it's not necessary for you to setup driver in
advance.
project software for digital images. Acquire photos
effortlessly from digital cameras or scanners. Edit
and enhance images using easy-to-use editing tools
and cool photographic filters and effects. Assemble
creative photo projects and share results via e-mail
and multiple print options.
efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and
distribute digital media. It is the all-in-one tool for
owners of digital cameras, WebCams, DV
camcorders, scanners or anyone who strives to
effectively handle digital media.
editing software that makes editing movies as fun as
shooting them. Users can make one in three easy
steps using the new Movie Wizard mode. Share
finished projects on VCD, tape, the Web, and mobile
devices.
media tool.
read files in the popular cross-platform file format
"PDF".
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4.3. Downloading the Image(s)
Under Windows Operating System (Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP)
Downloading Image(s) From Removable Disk
1. Turn on the PC.
2. Switch on the camera.
3. Connect the camera to the PC with USB cable under PC mode.
Please make sure the USB cable is well connected to the PC and camera.
4. When the USB cable is connected to the PC, it will create a new hard disk named Removable
Disk .
5. The stored image(s) can be found in Removable Disk\DCIM\101DSCIM.
6. View the image with double-clicks.
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TROUBLESHOOTING (ERROR MESSAGE TABLE)
Symptoms Causes Solutions
The power won’t turn on.
The power turns off during
use.
The battery power is draining
quickly.
The camera does not take
pictures when the shutter
button is pressed .
The close-up image is blurred.
The flash does not fire.
There is something wrong with
the color of the captured
image.
The picture is too bright or too
dark.
The LCD monitor is not clear.
The camera cannot download
images to the PC.
• The battery is out of power.
• The AC power adapter is
not well connected or
damaged.
• The battery is out of power.
• Auto power off.
• The battery/SD card cover
is opened when in process.
• The adapter has not been
connected properly.
• The extemal temperature is
too cold.
• The battery is not used for a
long time.
• The camera is not set at
Recording Mode.
• The battery is weak.
• The power has not been
switched on.
• You should select the
correct focus range.
• The camera flash is turned
off.
• The light source is sufficient.
• White Balance is not set
properly.
• There is excessive or
inadequate exposure.
• The LCD monitor plastic
cover is dirty.
• Cable is not connected
properly.
• Camera is off.
• There are no battery or the
adapter is not well
connected.
• OS is not Window 98SE/
2000/ME/XP or PC is not
equipped with USB port.
• USB driver is not installed.
• Use the battery charger to charge the
battery.
• Make sure the AC power is
connected and it's not damaged.
• Use the battery charger to charge the
battery.
• Switch on the Power .
• Do not opened the battery/SD card
cover when camera is under
operating.
• Connect the adapter correctly.
• Keep the camera away from extreme
temperatures.
• Recharge the battery with battery
charger.
• Set the Mode Dial at Recording
Mode.
• Replace the battery with a new one.
• Switch on the power.
• If the subject is around 9 cm, select
macro mode from mode dial.
• Set the flash mode to Auto Flash or
Fill-in Flash mode.
• Set white balance to Auto mode or
other suitable mode.
• Reset exposure compensation.
• You should clean the LCD cover.
• Check the cable connection.
• Turn on the power.
• Load new battery or check the AC
power adapter connection.
• Install Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP
and USB Port.
• Install USB Driver.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Image Sensor 1/1.8” CCD with 6.36 Mega pixels
Lens f=7.2-21.6 mm (35mm-105mm; 35mm Equivalent)
Digital Zoom Capture Mode:4.4x (continuous)&
Viewfinder Optical real image viewfinder
LCD Monitor 2.0" color LTPS LCD
Focusing TTL Auto Focus
Focusing Range Macro: 9cm, Normal: 80cm-infinity
Shutter Mechanical shutter and Electrical shutter
Shutter Speed 8~ 1/1500 sec. Mechanical shutter
Exposure Multi/Spot, TTL AE /
Exposure compensation +
ISO Equivalent Auto, 50, 100, 200
White Balance Auto / Incandescent / Fluorescent 1/ Fluorescent 2 / Day
Flash Auto / Red - eye reduction / Forced flash / Flash off
Flash Range 0.5 ~ 3.0m
F2.8 / F4.7
Play Mode:2x/4x (continuous)
2 EV (0.3 EV / step)
light / Cloudy / Manual
Self-timer 10 sec, 2 sec,10+2 sec, Interval
Still Image Mode Single image / Continuous (5 pic) / AEB(3 pic)
Movie Clips Size : 320x240 with sound
Storage External memory: SD Card (32~512 MB) compatible.
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File Format Still Image: JPEG (EXIF2.2), DCF 1.0, DPOF 1.1;
Image size 2816 x 2112 pixels, 2272 x 1704 pixel,
Image Play Single image / AVI play / Thumbnails / Slide show
Interface Digital output connector: USB 1.1
Power Source Specific rechargeable Lithium battery / AC adaptor
Dimensions
(WxHxD)
Weight 180g (without battery)
Camera Driver PC Driver(Windows 98SE)
Software Application DC C60 Driver
Movie Clip: AVI format with wave sound
1600 x 1200 pixels, 640 x 480 pixels
AV output terminal
DC input 5V terminal
98 x 63 x 35 mm
Ulead Photo Express
Ulead Photo Explorer
Ulead Video Studio
Adobe Arcobat Reader
Microsoft DirectX
System Requirments
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FOR WINDOWS * Pentium 166Mhz or higher CPU
* 64MB RAM
* CD-ROM drive
* 128MB free hard disk space
* Available USB port
* Windows XP/ME/2000/98SE
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SERVICE INFORMATION
Technical support
If you encountered problems using DC C60 and the camera driver program, please visit the
following website for technical support, answers to frequently asked questions and download
services:
http://support.BenQ.com
For free driver program updates, product information and news release, please visit the
following web address:
http://www.BenQ.com
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