DXG Technology DXG 552 User Manual

User’s Manual

DXG Model 552

Content

Chapter 1 Attention

1-1 Safety Precautions………..……………………..………............…...……3

1-2 Before Using Your Camera……..............……………………………...3

1-3 Operation Warnings…….......................................…..….....4

Package Contents………....... ......... ..... ..... ....…... ..………... ....5

1-4

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Camera

2-1 Names of Parts……….......................……........…....…...…......6

Attaching the Strap ......................……........…....…...…......8

2-2

2-3 Loading the Batteries..................................................….9

Loading & R emo ving the Memory Card ..…..………………………10

2-4 2-5 Setting Up the On Screen Language..…………………….…………..11 2-6 Setting Up the Date/Time ..…………… …………..……….……………. .11

Chapter 3 Controls, Operation, and Display

3-1

LED Indicators………....................….................…......…..…12

LCD Screen………..............................………........……...…….12

3-2 3-3 Power Supply.…………………………………..……………………….………..13

Shutter Button…… ….............. ................. . .......………………14

3-4

Mode Button.......……….…...……. ..…...…………...…………...…….. 14

3-5 3-6

“Prev” and “Next” Keys………….……...…………...……………..…….14 Flash/Set Button……………………………………………………..….……..14

3-7

Image/Movie Playback Button…………………………………………….15

3-8

Macro Switch……………………………………………………………..………..15

3-9

Chapter 4 Taking Pictures and Playback

4-1 Mode Selection Menu……….………………………………………..…….…16

4-2 Taking a Picture (Picture Mode)..............................….....17

Recording a Movie (Movie Mode)................. ........…….....18

4-3 4-4

Reviewing Yo ur Pictures (Playback Mode)......... .....…......19

Setup Mode.....................…..……….…..………..…..…......…...22

4-5

T ransferring Pictures to Y our Computer (PC Mode).……………24

4-6

Chapter 5 Driver Installation

Installing the Camera Driver ……………………….… …….. . ……….. 2 6

5-1

Chapter 6 Software Application Installation

6-1

NewSoft Application Installation…........... ……..................27

Appendix A: PictBridge Errors Appendix B: Specifications Appendix C: System Requirements

1. Attention

Thank you for purc hasing the DX G-552 digita l still camer a. With proper car e, this camera can last many years, giving you a lifetime of memories. Please read through this manual carefully before using the camera and follow the instructions to avoid any damage caused by improper operation.

1-1 Safety Precautions

●The software CD-ROM packaged with this camera is designed only for a PC. Playing the CD on an audio CD player may damage the device.

●This camera is a precis io n elect ron ic de vice. D o no t att empt t o serv ice t his camera yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to

dangerous voltage points or other risks.

●To reduce the risk of fire, do not store this camera under direct sunlight.

1-2 Before Using Your Camera

●Take some test shots before you perform formal recording. Before using this camera for any important occasions (such as a wedding

ceremony or an overseas trip), test the camer a bef o r e ha n d t o ensure that it functions well. Any supplemental cost caused by the malfunction of this product (such as cost of photography or the loss of photography inc ome) is not the responsibility of DXG and no compensation will be provided fo r it.

●Copyright information Any pictures taken with this digital camera must be in accordance with

copyright law. When "No Photography" signs are posted, it is illegal to record even for persona l purpos e. A ny tr ansfer of mem o ry c ard data m ust also be conducted under the provisions of copyright law.

●Notes on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor

If the LCD screen becomes damaged do the following:

1. If the liquid touches the skin: wipe the skin dry with a cloth and rinse

immediately with plenty of water.

2. If the liquid comes in contact with the eyes: rinse immediately with

plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice as soon as possible.

3. In case the liquid is accidentally ingested: rinse the mouth with water,

drink plenty of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical advice as soon as possible.

1-3 Operation Warnings

This product consists of intricate electrical parts. To ensure optimal performanc e, do not drop or hit the camer a .

●Avoid using or placing the camera in the following locations:

1. Damp and dusty places.

2. Sealed vehicles, direct sunlight exposure areas, or places with extreme

high temperatures or heat.

3. Violent or turbulent environments.

4. Locations full of smoke, oil fumes or steam.

5. Locations subject to strong magnetic fields.

6. Rainy or wet environments.

●Do not open the battery cover when the power is on.

●If water has gotten into the camera, turn the power OFF and remove the

batteries immediately.

●How to maintain your camera:

1. If the lens, LCD screen or viewfinder surface is dirty, please use lens brush or sof t c loth t o wip e clea n ins tea d o f to uchin g the l ens with yo ur fingers.

2. To avoid scratching the lens, LCD screen or viewfinder surface, do not use any solid object to hit the camera.

3. Do not use any detergent or volatile solution, which will subject the camera ca se and t he pa i nt t o so lvin g or dist o rtio n . U se sof t clot h o nly.

1-4 Package Contents

Please check if the following items are in the package when purchasing this product. Please call DXG technical support immediately if something is missing.

1. CD-ROM (incl. Camera Driver)

4.USB CABLE 5. Batteries 6. User's Manual

●CD-ROM (incl. Camera Driver)

●Pouch

●Wrist Strap

●2 x AAA Alkaline Batteries

●USB Cable

●User's Manual

2. Pouch 3. Wrist Strap

2. Getting to Know Your Camera

2-1 Names of Parts

Front View

(1) Shutter Button (2) Power Button (3) Self -timer LED (4) Flash (Strobe) (5) Lens (6) Wrist Strap Holder (7) Battery Co ver (8) SD Memory Card Slot (9) Tripod Socket (10) Microphone

Rear View

(1) Macro LED (2) Status (Busy) LED (3) Playback Button (4) Mode Button (5) Flash/Set Button (6) “Previous” and “Next” Keys (7) Macro Sw itch (8) USB Cover

(9) USB Port (10) LCD screen

2-2 Attaching the Strap

●Insert the thin end of the strap into the strap holder.

●Pass the other end of the strap through the loop.

●Pull the strap tightly .

2-3 Loading the Batteries

●First, turn the camera off.

●Insert 2 x AAA alkaline or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. Make sure the

batteries are fully charged. If the batteries are low on power, change the batteries as soon as possible to maintain optimal operation.

※ If the power level drops below 2.3V (when the battery power indicator

only shows one black block), the flash will be disabled: If the power level drops below 2.2V (when the battery power indicator turns red) the camera would automatically shut off.

●Slide the battery cover open in the direction indicated by the arrow.

●Insert the batteries according to the diagram on the inside of the cover.

● Gently close and lock the battery cover.

NOTE: To avoid damaging t h e battery compartment cover, open and close

the cover gently.

※ If the battery power indicator only shows one black block, the flash will be

disabled.

※ When the bat tery indicat or turns red, all r ecording wil l be disabled a nd the

camera will soon shut off.

※ The Date/Time would be stored for approximately 3 minutes during a

battery change. It is best to double-check the correct Date/Time after the new batteri es ha v e been inserte d.

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