Genius G-Shot P433 User Manual

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FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation

Note:

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

xReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

xIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.

xConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

xConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.

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Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.

READ THIS FIRST

1.The bundled driver, software, design, specifications and user’s manual that were packaged with the camera are subject to change without notice.

2.The accessories that come with the camera may vary between regions.

3.For driver updates, you can check the “Download” section of our website, www.geniusnet.com.tw.

4.We are not liable whatsoever for any compensation arising from errors in descriptions in this user’s manual.

WARNING

Do not use the camera if it is emitting smoke, becomes unusually hot to be touched, emitting any unusual odor or noise, or if it is in any other abnormal state. Operating the camera in any of these situations may cause a fire or an electrical shock. Stop using the camera immediately, turn the camera off, and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC power adapter). If you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera. After checking that smoke is no longer being emitted, contact your dealer or a local authorized service facility and request repairs. Never attempt to repair the camera yourself, as this will terminate the warranty.

Do not use the camera if any foreign objects have entered the camera. Turn the camera off, and disconnect the power source (batteries or AC power adapter). If you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera. Then contact your dealer or a local authorized service facility. Do not continue

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to use the camera as this may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

If the camera has been dropped or if the camera case has been damaged, turn the camera off, and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC power adapter).

If you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera. Then contact your dealer or a local authorized service facility. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

Do not place the camera in any unstable locations such as on a wobbly table or sloping surface where the camera may fall or tip over and cause injury.

Do not expose the camera to moisture and make sure that there is no water getting into the camera. Take particular care when using the camera under extreme weather conditions such as rain or snow, or when operating the camera at the beach on near water. Water in the camera may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

Do not attempt to modify the camera. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

Do not remove the camera casing. This may cause an electrical shock. Your dealer should only carry out internal inspection, maintenance and repairs or a local authorized service facility.

Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm if you are using the AC power adapter.

This may cause an electrical shock.

CAUTION

Do not place the camera in damp or dusty locations. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

Do not place the camera in a location affected by oil fumes or steam, such as near a cooking stove or humidifier. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

Do not cover or wrap the camera or the AC power adapter with a cloth or quilt. This may cause heat to build up and distort the case and cause a fire. Always use the camera and its

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accessories in well-ventilated locations.

Handle the camera carefully and do not bump the camera into any hard object. Handling the camera roughly may cause a malfunction.

Do not move the camera while it is switched on. (If you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you have switched off the camera.) Ensure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving the camera. Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or an electrical shock.

When leaving the camera unused for long periods, such as during a vacation, always remove the batteries from the camera or unplug it from the power source (AC power adapter) for safety. If you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera. Failure to do so could result in a fire. Do not use batteries other than those specified for use with the camera. The use of unsuitable batteries may result in the batteries splitting or leaking and causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment.

When placing the batteries into the camera, check the polarity markings on the battery (- and +) to ensure that you insert the battery correctly. Incorrect battery polarity may result in the batteries splitting or leaking and causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment.

Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period of time. The batteries may leak and cause a fire, injury or soiling of the battery compartment. If the batteries leak, clean and wipe the battery compartment carefully and install new batteries. Wash your hands carefully if you touch the battery fluid.

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION	7-8
Overview
Package contents
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
CAMERA	9-18
Front view
Rear view
Mode dial
LED indicators
LCD monitor information
GETTING STARTED	18-24

Installing the batteries Using the AC power adapter (optional accessory) Loading an SD memory card (optional accessory) Attaching the strap Choosing the language Setting the date and time

Setting the image resolution and quality

TAKING

PHOTOGRAPHS 24-37

Basic Setting

Using the Viewfinder

Using the LCD Monitor

Using the Zoom Functions

Using the Self-Timer

Using the Flash

Photography in a Variety of Modes

Selecting the Manual Mode

Selecting the Auto Mode

Selecting the Macro Mode

Selecting the Portrait Mode

Selecting the Landscape Mode

Selecting the Night Scene Mode

Selecting the Sports Mode

PLAYBACK MODE 38-46

Viewing Images

Zoom Playback

Displaying Thumbnail Images

Slide Show Display

Setting DPOF

Deleting Images/Video Clips

To Delete One Image/Video Clip

To Delete All Images/Video Clips

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Formatting an SD card or Internal

Memory
MOVIE MODE	46-48
Recording video clips
Viewing video clips

TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES/VIDEO CLIPS TO YOUR COMPUTER 48-51

Step 1: Installing the USB driver on Windows computers Installing the USB driver on Macintosh computers

Step 2: Connecting the camera to your computer

Step 3: Downloading images / video clips

For computers running Windows

For computers running Mac OS

INSTALLING
PHOTOSUITE	52
INSTALLING
PHOTOVISTA	53
MENU OPTIONS	54-63

The Capture Menu

The Playback Menu
The Setup Menu
CONNECTING THE
CAMERA TO OTHER
DEVICES	64
CAMERA
SPECIFICATIONS	65-66

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INTRODUCTION

Overview

Your new digital camera delivers high quality, 2304 x 1728 resolution images using a 4.0 Mega pixel CCD sensor. Using either the optical viewfinder or the 1.6" TFT color image LCD monitor, you can compose images and then examine them in detail. An auto-flash sensor automatically detects the shooting (lighting) conditions and determines whether the flash should be used. This feature helps ensure that your images turn out right.

The SD Memory Card is storage medium for saving images that you have photographed. Even if the camera's power is turned OFF, the images saved on the SD Memory Card are not erased. The SD Memory Card can be repeatedly read and written.

In addition to still images, you can record short videos using the movie function. Images you have taken can be downloaded to your computer using the USB cable (USB driver required for Win 98 and Mac OS 8.6) You can enhance and retouch your images on your computer by using the provided editing software, or image editing software you may already own. You may share your images with your friends via e-mail, in a report, or on a website.

DPOF functionality allows you to print your images on a DPOF compatible printer by simply

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inserting the memory card.

Package contents

Carefully unpack your package and make sure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is missing or if you find any mismatch or damage, promptly contact your dealer.

Digital camera	USB cable
Video cable	Software CD-ROM
User’s manual	Camera strap
Quick guide	Camera pouch
2 x AA alkaline batteries

Common (Optional) Accessories:

SD memory card (up to 256MB capacity)

AC power adapter

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA

Front view

1.Mode dial

2.Shutter button

3.Camera strap

4.A/V OUT (Audio/Video Out) terminal

5.Digital terminal

6.DC-in connector

7.Power switch

8.Flash

9.Viewfinder window

10.Lens

11.Self-timer LED

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Rear view

1.			Arrow button (up)
2.			Flash button
			Arrow button (right)
3.			Arrow button (down)
			Self-timer button
4.			Arrow button (left)
5.			OK button

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1. Viewfinder	Zoom out button

2.LED indicator

3.	LCD monitor					Thumbnail button
4.			Delete button	7.		Playback button
				8.		Menu button
5.	Tripod socket
6.			Zoom in button	9.	Battery/SD card cover

Digital zoom button

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Mode dial

	Mode		Description
1.	Manual Mode		Select this mode to set the aperture value and
			shutter speed values separately.
2.	Auto Mode		Select this mode to a just "point-and-shoot" action.
3.	Macro Mode		Select this mode to shoot a close-up of the subject.
4.	Portrait Mode		Select this mode to make people stand out with the
			background out-of-focus.
5.	Landscape		This mode is used when the distance to the subject
	Mode		is between 1.9m and infinity.
6.	Night	Scene	Select this mode to take photographs of people

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		Mode	against a dark or nighttime background.
	7.	Sports Mode	Select this mode to capture fast-moving subjects.
	8.	Setup Mode	Select this mode to adjust the camera settings.
9.		Movie Mode	Select this mode to record video (movie) clips.
LED indicators
	Indicator	Status		Description/Activity		Sound
	LED Indicator	Solid red		The camera is powering up.		No
	LED Indicator	Solid green		The camera is powered and		Yes *(1)
				ready
	LED Indicator	Blinking red		Camera error		Yes *(3)
	LED Indicator	Blinking red		Charging the flash		No
	LED Indicator	Blinking		Image is being recorded to the		No
		green		memory card
	LED Indicator	Blinking		USB communication/transfer in		No
		green		progress
	LED Indicator	Solid green		The camera is ready to record		Yes *(1)
				images (or movies)

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	Self-timer Indicator		Blinking red	The self-timer function is	Yes *(1)
				activated.
	—		—	Error message	Yes *(3)
	—		—	Valid button event	Yes *(1)
*(1)		The camera sounds one beep.
*(3)		The camera sounds three beeps.

LCD monitor information

These indicators are displayed when recording still images:

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1.Exposure mode

Manual Mode

Auto Mode

Macro Mode

Portrait Mode

Landscape Mode

Night Scene Mode

Sports Mode

Setup Mode

Movie Mode

2.Image size

2304 x 1728 pixels

1600 x 1200 pixels

1280 x 960 pixels

640 x 480 pixels

3.Image quality

Super fine

Fine

Normal

4.Saturation

High

Medium

Low

5.Sharpness

High

Medium

Low

6.White balance AUTO

Daylight

Cloudy

Sunset

Tungsten

Fluorescent

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7.ISO AUTO

100

200

400

8.Flash mode

Auto flash

Red-eye reduction

Fill flash (on)

Flash off

9.Color

Full color

Black and White

Sepia

10.Card indicator

11.Remaining pictures

12.Adapter indicator

Battery level

Full battery power

Medium battery power

Virtually no battery power

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13. EV compensation

These indicators are displayed when recording video clips:

1.Movie mode

2.Recording indicator

3.Video counter

4.Battery level

5.Card indicator.

These indicators are displayed when playing images back:

1.Reverse Key

2.Card indicator

3.Forward Key

4.Print indicator

5.Image size

6.Date (year-month-day)

7.Current image/ total number of images

8.Battery level

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These indicators are displayed when playing video clips back:

1.Reverse key

2.Battery level

3.Forward key

4.Current image number/ total number of images

5.Recorded time

6.Movie mode

7.Card indicator

GETTING STARTED

You can use either two AA size batteries (Alkaline, Ni-MH) or an AC power adapter (optional accessory) to power the camera. Battery power is convenient for recording images or video clips while the AC power adapter power is recommended for transferring images to your computer.

Installing the batteries

1.Make sure the camera is off.

2.Slide the battery/SD card cover in the direction of the [OPEN] arrow.

3.Insert the batteries according to the correct polarity marks (+ or -).

4.Close the battery/SD card cover firmly.

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NOTE

yIf you won't be using the batteries for an extended period of time, remove them from the camera to prevent any leakage or corrosion.

yNever use manganese batteries.

yAvoid using the batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures may shorten the battery life and reduce the camera performance.

Using the AC power adapter (optional accessory)

1.Make sure the camera is off.

2.Open the jack cover and connect one end of the AC power adapter to the DC IN jack on the camera.

3.Connect the other end to an electrical outlet.

NOTE

yMake sure to use only the AC power adapter specified for the camera. Damage caused by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty.

yTo prevent unexpected auto power off resulting from no battery power left during the process of transferring your images to the computer, use the AC power adapter as a power supply.

Loading an SD memory card (optional accessory)

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The camera comes with 11MB of internal memory, allowing you to store images and video clips in the camera. However, you can expand the memory capacity by using the SD memory card so that you can store additional images and video clips.

1.Make sure the camera is turned off.

2.Slide the battery/SD card cover in the direction of the OPEN arrow.

3.Insert the 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 card cover.

To remove the SD memory card, make sure the camera is off. Open the battery/SD card cover. Press lightly on the edge of the memory card and it will eject.

NOTE

yTo 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”.

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

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