DXG Technology DXG-502 User Manual
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DXG-502 User's Manual
Table of Contents
■Precautions
Safety Precautions......................................................................................................................................... 4
Precautions Before Use................................................................................................................................. 4
Precautions for Operation.............................................................................................................................. 4
■Package Contents
■Digital Camera Overview
Product Overview.......................................................................................................................................... 7
Button Operation...........................................................................................................................................9
■Battery Usage
Inserting/Changing Batteries .................................................................................................. ................... 10
■Memory Card and Built-in Memory
Loading the Memory Card..........................................................................................................................11
Removing the Memory Card...................................................................................................... .................11
Using the Built-in Memory ...................................................................................................... ................... 13
■Adjusting the Wrist/Lens Straps
■Turning on the Camera and Lights
Power...........................................................................................................................................................15
Battery Capacity Meter................................................ ..................... ................................ .... .......................15
Lights...........................................................................................................................................................16
■Setting the Date, Time and Language
Setting Date and Time........................................................................................... ...................................... 17
Setting Language..................................... ....................................................................................................17
■Basic Operations
LCD Monitor...............................................................................................................................................18
Info/Hint...................................................................................................................................................... 18
Description of Button Functions .................................................................................................................19
Menu............................................................................................................................................................19
■Setup Mode
Advanced Settings.......................................................................................................................................20
Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 21
■Photo Mode
Auto Mode...................................................................................................................................................25
Manual Mode ..............................................................................................................................................27
Scene Mode.................................................................................................................................................29
Descriptions of the Three Modes ................................................................................................................30
Taking Pictures............................................................................................................................................ 30
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LCD Screen................................................................................................................................................. 31
Optical Zoom / Digital Zoom............................ ........... .......... ........... ......... .................................................31
Flash ............................................................................................................................................................ 32
Burst / Self Portrait / Close-up.................................................................................................................... 32
Self-timer Mode............................ ........... ..................... .................... ..................... ...................................... 33
Close-Up Mode (Macro).............................................................................................................................33
Focus Selection............................................................................................................................................34
Instructions for Scene Modes.......................................................................................... ............................ 34
Descriptions on Menu..................................................................................................................................36
Image Resolution .............. ..................... .......... ..................... ..................... .................... ... ......................... 36
Picture Quality ................................................. ............................... ........................................................... 36
Photo Mode .................................................................................................................... ........................... 36
Auto.............................................................................................................................................................36
Manual.........................................................................................................................................................36
White Balance ................................................................................................................ ........................... 36
EV Compensation ...................................................................................................................................... 37
Metering Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 37
ISO............................................................................................................................................................... 37
Scene Mode ........... ..................... ..................... ..................... ..................... .......... ...................................... 37
Effects ........................................................................................................................................................37
Off .............................................................................................................................................................38
Black and White ......................... ..................... ..................... ..................... ..................... ........................... 38
Vivid ..........................................................................................................................................................38
Sepia .......................................................................................................................................................... 38
Advanced Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 38
Self Timer ..................................................................................................................................................38
Burst (Number of Pictures in Succession) ................................................................................................. 38
Self Portrait Flash Unit .............................................................................................................................. 38
Sound Effect of Shutter .............................................................................................................................38
Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 39
■Video Mode
Recording Videos.................................................................................................. ...................................... 44
Description on Menu...................................................................................................................................45
Image Resolution .............................................................................................................. ......................... 45
White Balance ................................................................................................................ ........................... 45
Record ....................................................................................................................................................... 45
Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 46
■Review Mode
Picture.......................................................................................................................................................... 47
Video...........................................................................................................................................................49
Thumbnail Display...................................................................................................................................... 49
Playing Video.............................................................................................................................................. 50
Picture Magnification Mode........................................................................................................................50
Audio Record ..............................................................................................................................................51
Playing/Deleting the Audio Record............................................................................................................. 52
Playing the Audio Record .........................................................................................................................52
Deleting the Audio Record ........................................................................................................................ 52
Adjusting Volume ........................................................................................................... ............................53
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Description on Menu...................................................................................................................................54
Deletion .....................................................................................................................................................54
Delete One ................................................................................................................................................. 54
Delete All .................................................................................................................................................. 54
Single Protection / Single Protection Remove .......................................................................................... 54
All Protection ............................................................................................................................................ 54
Remove All Protection .............................................................................................................................. 54
Slide Show ................................................................................................................................................. 54
Starting the Slide Show .............................................................................................................................54
Display Interval ......................................................................................................................................... 55
Repeating the Slide Show ..........................................................................................................................55
DPOF ......................................................................................................................................................... 55
Setting Single ................................................................................................................ ............................ 55
Setting All ............................................................................................................ ...................................... 55
Direct Printing ...........................................................................................................................................55
Printing a Single Picture ............................................................................................................................ 55
Printing All Pictures ..................................................................................................................................55
Paper Size ..................................................................................................................................................55
Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 56
Printing Notices...........................................................................................................................................62
■PC Mode
Removable HDD (Hard Drive) ...................................................................................................................63
Data ............................................................................................................................................................. 64
■Video Out
■Installing the Software
Installing the Software on a PC................................................................................................................... 66
■Installing Application Programs
Installing Application Programs on a PC....................................................................................................68
■Appendix
Product Specifications................................................................................................................................. 72
System Requirements.................................................................................................................................. 73
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Precautions
Safety Precautions
The supplied Software CD is designed exclusively for a PC. Playing the CD on a stereo or audio CD player
may damage the player.
This is a sophisticated elec tron i c devic e. Do not di sas s em ble th e uni t; the ins ide c o nta in high- vo l tag e
components can cause an electrical shock or fire hazard.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not store this product in direct sunlight for long periods of time.
Precautions Before Use
Take some test shots before taking pictures.
Before using this camera for an impo rtan t oc cas io n, su ch as a wedding cer em o n y or overseas trip, first test
the camera to ensure that it functions properly. DXG is not responsible for any incidental losses (such as the
costs of photography or the loss of income from photography) incurred as the result of this product
malfunctioning, and no compensation will be provided for it.
Copyright information
All pictures taken with this digital camera must be in accordance with copyright law. When "No
Photography" restrictions are in place, it is illegal to record any live performance, improvisation, or exhibit,
even for personal use. Any transfer of pictures or memory card data must be conducted under the constraints
of copyright law.
LCD (Liquid Cry s ta l Di s pla y) Monitor
Notes on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor
Be extra careful with the LCD monitor. If it is damaged and begins to leak, do the following:
1. If the liquid touches the sk i n: wip e th e skin d r y wi th a cloth and rinse imm ed i at el y with plen t y of
water.
2. If the liquid comes in contact with eyes: rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes and seek medical advice as soon as possible.
3. If the liquid is accidentally swallowed: rinse the mouth with wate r, drink ple n t y of wate r and
induce vomiting. Seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Precautions for Operation
This product consists of intricate electrical parts. To ensure the highest possible performance, do not drop or
hit the camera.
Avoid using or storing th e cam era in the fo llowing locations:
1. Damp or dusty places.
2. In sealed vehicles, in direct sunlight or in any areas with extremely high temperatures.
3. Turbulent or high-vibration environments.
4. Areas with smoke, oil fumes or steam.
5. Locations subject to strong mag net ic fie lds .
6. Rainy or snowy environments.
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Precautions
Do not open the battery cover when the power is on.
If water has entered the camera, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries immediately.
How to maintain the camera:
1. If the lens, LCD monitor, or viewfinder surface is dirty, use a lens brush or soft cloth to wipe it
clean. Do not touch the lens with your fin ger s.
2. To avoid scratching the lens, LCD monitor, or viewfinder surface, do not use any hard or
abrasive object to touch the camera.
3. Do not use any detergents or volatile solutions to clean the camera. This may harm the camera
and/or paint. Use a soft cloth only.
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Package Contents
Please check the package contents. Please contact your dealer right away in case of any item missed.
1. Digital Camera 2. User Manual 3. Wrist Strap
4. Lens Cap
7. Software CD
5. USB /TV-OUT
CABLE
8. AA NiMH Batteries x2
with Charger
6. Camera Leather
Case
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Digital Camera Overview
Product Overview
Front View
(1) Self-timer/
Programmer/Timer
(2) Shutter Button
(3) Flash
(4) Image Sensor
(5) Viewfinder
(6) Lens
■Shutter
Press the shutter button to take photos and start video recording.
■Lens Cap
Remove the lens cape before turning on the camera. Refit the cape when the camera is powered off to
protect the lens and keep dust out.
■USB Cover
Open the USB cover, which has a slot for both USB and TV-Out cables.
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Digital Camera Overview (Continued)
(1) Viewfinder
Back View
(2) Photo Mode
(3) Video Mode
(4) Review Mode
(5) Setup Mode
(6) Power Switch
(7) Reduction Key
(8) Magnifier Key
(9) Mode dial
(10) Wrist Strap Buckle
(11) Confirm/Function Button
(12) Flash Button
(13) Menu button
(14) Battery Cover
(15) Memory Card Slot
(16) LCD Screen
(17) Speaker
(18) USB/TV-OUT Slot
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Digital Camera Overview (Continued)
Button Operation
■Mode Switch
There are four modes available, including Photo Mode , Video Mode , Review Mode
and Setup Mode
. The LED indicates which mode is in use.
■Menu button
This displays the selection menu for each of the modes. For details, please refer to menu descriptions in
each mode.
■Flash Button
There are six selections for the flash mode. Refer to the flash setting for greater detail.
■Multiple Controller
Besides the menu selection, the Multiple Controller has a quick function. Select “Hint of Info” in the
“Info” to read the function of each butto n.
■Zoom Button
The Zoom button is used to adjust the size of the subject.
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Battery Usage
Inserting/Changing Batteries
Turn the digital camera off and follow the instructions below.
Slide the battery cover in the direction of
the arrow and lift it open as shown.
Follow the instruct io n lab e led on the
inside of the battery compartment door
and insert the batteries as indicated.
Close the battery cover.
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To avoid any possible damage, be gentle when
opening and closing the battery compatment.
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Memory Card and Built-in Memory
Loading the Memory Card
Turn the camera off and follow the instructions below.
Orient the memoray card as shown, and
insert it into the slot.
Press the memory card in all the way.
Removing the Memory Card
Turn the digital camera off and follow the instructions below.
Gently push the card in and it will eject
automatically.
Pull the memory card out as shown.
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Memory Card and Built-in Memory(Continued)
This product can use an SD orMMC memory card,
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with memory capacity ranging from 16MB to 512 MB.
The memory card can only fit in one direction. Do not
use excessive force when installing into a memory
card socket; too much force could cause damage.
If the memory card is unreadable, wip e its metal side
with a soft, dry cloth and install it again.
Make sure to unloc k the memory card bef ore
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inserting. Otherwise, the camera will display an
icon and be unable to save images.
Notice! Use FAT 16 or FAT32 when formating the
memory card with PC.
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Memory Card and Built-in Memory(Continued)
After installing the memory card, the screen will display an
(indicating that the built-in memory is in use), please refer to the following four possible reasons and
resolutions.
The memory card format is unrecognizable.
Back up the data on the memory card to a PC and re-format the memory card.
A poor connection is being made with the card contacts.
Wipe the card contacts clean with a dry soft cloth and reinstall.
The memory card is damaged and unable to function.
Contact the memory card company for repair or replacement.
The memory card slot is damaged and unable to read data.
Contact the dealer for repa i r or replac em ent .
icon under normal status. If it displays
Usage of Built-in Memory
When the memory card capacity is full, the camera’s built-in 16MB flash memory offers a temporary space
for storage (Due to intern al fir m ware storage, the ac tua l mem or y capa c it y is slightly less than 16MB).
While the memory card is installed, all functions (format, save, review, upload/download and so on) are
directed to the memory card.
Simply pull out the memory card out to use the built-in memory, then all the data fuctions are based on the
built-in memory.
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Adjusting the Wrist/Lens Straps
Follow the illustrations below to secure the camera strap.
Put the wrist strap through the wrist
strap post.
Put the lens strap through the lens
strap post.
Pull one end of the strap through the
other and tighten it.
Pull the other end of the strap through
the other side of the lens strap post
and tighten it.
Put one end of the lens strap through
the camera strap post.
Finally, pull the lens cap through and
tighten it.
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Turning on the Camera and Lights
Power
Press the Power button to turn on the camera and press it again to turn it off.
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This camera features a power-saving mode, it switchs off
automatically when there is no action within a preset time.
Please refer to the Setu
mode/Power Saving for details.
Battery Capacity Meter
The battery capacity meter on the camera screen indicates:
: Full (This icon dissappears 5 seconds after entering the mode.)
: Half (This icon dissappears 5 seconds after entering the mode.)
: Low (The icon changes to yellow and remains.)
: Exhausted (The icon changes to red and keeps blinking.)
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When replacing batteries, the date and time need to be reset.
Other settings of the menu will be restored and need no
re-setting.
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Turning on the Camera and Lights (Continued)
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Low battery level adversley affects the recharge of the flash.
Use fully-charged batteries for best results.
The camera cannot opperate under a certain power level. Use
fully charged batteries to make sure the camera doesn’t shut
off.
Lights
Descriptions of the front Flashing Unit and the back mode status indicator.
Mode Status Indicator Yellow/Red Indicator Light on
Programmer/Timer
Indicators Description
This indicates the cur ren t m ode you are
in, for example, the Photo Mode or
Video Mode.
Four lights change and
blink.
Blink
When turning on the camera, it blinks.
When using the self-timer, it blinks.
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Setting the Date,Time and Language
Use the Mode dial to enter the Setup ( ) Mode.
Setting Date and Time
This camera can record the date and time on pictures. Be sure to set the correct date and time before taking
pictures. Please refer to Setup Mode on page 21 for more details.
Setting Language
Select the language of your choice; the options include English, Traditional Chinese, French, German, Italian,
Japanese, and Spanish.
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Basic Operations
LCD Monitor
The LCD screen is used to frame the pic tu r e, adjust settings, and review pictures and videos. It is normal that
the LCD screen looks darker under direct sunlight or bright light.
Info/Hint
Press the
descriptions of functions of buttons. For example:
button to enter the Info page. Press the
botton again to provide a Hint that offers
Current status of settings Description of each active function.
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Basic Operations
Description of Button Functions
On the bottom of the LCD screen there are button function direc tions, wh ich d escribe what the buttons do.
Icons
Centerof the Multiple controller
Up/down/left/right of the multiple controller
Flash Button
Menu button
Zoom button
Zoom in/Zoom out
Sound Recording Mode/Sound Recording Menu
Set/Enter
Delete/Back
Increase/ Decrease
Play/ Stop
Volume/ Print
Description
Menu
In the Photo/Video/Review Modes, press the button to enter the Mode Menu for relevant settings.
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Setup Mode
Use the Mode dial to enter the Setup (
) Mode. The following are descriptions of the settings.
■Date/Time Set
This allows the camera to record the date and time on pictures. Correct date and time should be set before
taking pictures.
■Light Frequency
Adjusts the power frequency to your regional setting, such as 50Hz (Europe) or 60HzAC (U.S.A).
■Language
Displays different languages; English, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, German, French, Italian, and
Spanish.
■Energy Saving
Provides auto power off timing options: Off, 30 sec, 1 min, 5 min, and 10 min.
■Video Output
Adjusts the video output format to the regional setting, so pictures can be seen on TV. The United States
uses NTSC.
■Display
Allows you to display pictures/videos on the camera screen or TV. Use this option to tranfer images to a
TV.
Advanced Settings
■Button audio
Activates the sound eff ects when buttons are pressed.
■Startup Light
Activates the front LED light effect when the camera is turned on. Four options are available: OFF, Effect
1, Effect 2 and Effect 3.
■Startup Sound
Offers an opening sound effect when tur ning the came ra on (Optio n : ON/ OFF).
■Startup Picture
Four options are available for setting the startup picture: default startup picture, customized 1, customized
2, and customized 3. The customised picture can be any one you have taken.
■Format
This will reformat and delete all the data on the memory (card). Please make sure the information is
backed up before formatting. NOTE: Once deleted, the files cannot be recovered.
■Reset
After reseting, all options are restored to the default settings.
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Setup Mode (Continued)
Menu Index
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Setup Mode (Continued)
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