EasyPix S120 User Manual

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Table of Contents

1. Camera Precautions………………………………… 3

2. Preparation…………………………………………... 7

z Standa rd Accessories………………………... 7
z Parts Names…………………………………... 8

z Battery Installation… …….…..…………….... 9

z Loading the SD card………..………………… 10
z Attaching the Strap………..………………….. 11

3. Quick Start……………………………………………. 12

z Powering the camera On/ Off……………….. 12
z Taking Picture…………………………………. 13

Holding the camera correctly…………….. 13

Capturing Still Images…………………….. 14

Recording Video Clips....………………….. 14

z Basic Shooting Functions……………………. 15

Using the Zoom……………………………. 15
Flash Setting……………………………….. 15

4. Advance Mode………………………………………. 16

z Still Mode………………………………………. 16

Picture Quality….………………………….. 16
Exposure Value….…………………………. 17
White Balance……………………………… 17
Burst Snapshot……………………………... 18
Self-timer……………………………………. 18

z Video Mode……………………………………. 19

Video Resolution…..………………………. 19

Exposure Value...………………………….. 20

White Balance………………..…………….. 20

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z Playback Mode……………………………….. 21

Pictures/ Video Clips Playback………..… 21
Single Video Clip Playback …………..…. 22
Thumbnail……..…….…………………….. 22
Slide Show………….……………………… 23
Delete Current Picture or Video Clip……. 23
Delete All……………..……………………. 24
Protect……………………………………… 24
Print………………………………………... 25
Playback Zooming………………………… 25

5. Setting………………………………………………… 26

z Language……….……….…………………….. 26

z Format Storage....…………………………….. 27

z TV Output……………………………………… 27
z Auto Power Off..………………………………. 28
z Light Frequency……………………………….. 28
z Default Setting..……………………………….. 29
z System Information…………………………… 29

6. Making Connections ………………....................... 30

z Install PhotoImpression………………………. 30
z Install VideoImpression………………………. 33
z Connecting to PC……………….……………. 36
z Download Pictures, Movies………………….. 37
z Connecting to TV for review…………………. 37

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7. Appendix…………………………………………….. 38

z Specifications…………………………………. 38
z Computer System Requirement……………. 39
z Icons & Indicators…………………………….. 40
z Standard Number of Available Pictures/

Recording Reference Table…………………. 41

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Welcome

Thank you for choosing the Camera to pursue your DSC.
Whether you are creating memories of your friends and
family or exploring the great outdoors to get the utmost
satisfaction from your DSC, please take a moment to read
through this manual. Its contents will send you on an
educational journey into your camera's multiple
capabilities.

1. Camera Precaution

Before using the camera, please ensure that you read
and understand the safety precautions described below.
Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.

• Never operate the camera inside of an a ircraft or
anywhere else where operation of such devices is
restricted. Improper use creates the risk of serious
accident.

• Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or other
intense light sources which could damage your
eyesight.

• Do not try to open the case of the camera or attempt
to modify this camera in any way. High-voltage
internal components create the risk of electric shock
when exposed. Maintenance and repairs should be
carried out only by authorized service providers.

• Do not fire the flash too close to the eyes of animals
or people, especially for young children. Eye
damage may result. In particular, remain at least
one meter away from infants when using flash.

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• Keep the camera away from water and other liquids.
Do not use the camera with wet hands. Never use
the camera in the rain or snow. Moisture creates the
danger of fire and electric shock.

• Keep the camera and its accessories out of the
reach of children and animals to prevent accidents
or damage to the camera.

• If you notice smoke or a strange odor coming from
the camera, turn the power off immediately. Take
the camera to the nearest authorized service center
for repair. Never attempt to repair the camera on
your own.

• Use only the recommended power accessories. Use
of power sources not expressly recommended for
this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of
the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other
hazards.

• Never apply too much force when cleaning the
surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens
surface and cause malfunction?

• The camera may become slightly warm during use.
This does not indicate malfunction.

• If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it
with a soft, dry cloth.

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FCC Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction, it may cause
harmful interference to radio communication. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment on the off,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more the following suggestion.

z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
z Increase the distance between the equipment and

the receiver.

z Connect the equipment to a different power outlet

other than the one where the receiver is connected.

z Consult an experienced television or radio

technician for help.

CAUTION

To comply with the limits fo r a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this device must
only be installed on computer equipment certified to
comply with the Class B limits.

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2. Preparation

Standard Accessories

Camera Manual CD

Carry Bag Strap 2xAAA Battery

USB cable TV cable

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Part Names

Front View

Back View

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Battery Installation

1. Slide the battery compartment door.

2. Insert 2X AAA batteries in correct polarity (+ and -) as
shown on the inside of the battery compartment.

3. Close the battery compartment door.

Battery Power Status

CAUTION

* Do not mix battery types (use only one battery type at a time) as this

may cause or camera performance, fire, or explosion.

* Batteries must be places in the battery compartment with correct

polarity.

* Batteries should be replaced when the battery indicator displays the “+”

“-“ icon.

* To improve battery performance, replace both batteries at the same

time.

* Remove the batteries if they will not be used for an extended period of

time.

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Loading SD Card

Insert SD card into memory card slot and push it all the
way in. The LCD will show the SD card indicator when an
SD card is in the slot.

When the optional SD card is installed:

* All images/ movies by default will be automatically

stored in SD card

* It may be necessary to format the SD card if the card

has been used in devices other than your camera. To
format, see Format Storag e in page 27.

* “0” display at lower right of the LCD display when the SD

card is full, or the SD is write-protected, or there is an
error writing to the card. You cannot take picture. To take
picture, download the pictures to your computer, or
delete some unimportant pictures from the SD card
(refer to page 23), or use a writable SD card.

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Attaching the Strap

1. The small loop goes through the strap holder.

2. Then the small loop goes through one clutch of the
loop again and pulls tightly.

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3. Quick Start

Powering the camera ON/ OFF

Power ON

1. Press the Power Button to turn on. The red LED light
up indicate power is on.

2. When the LCD Monitor has been activated, the
camera is ready to use.

Power OFF

1. Press the Power Button again to turn the camera off.

2. The camera also turns off automatically for power
save reason. To set the Auto Power Off, please refer
to page 28.

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