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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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of
the FCC rules.
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.
Product Information
1. Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This includes
primary product specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s manual. This User
Manual is a general reference guide for the product.
2. The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from those
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described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify
slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements,
customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products very often vary
between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, chargers, AC adapters,
memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches, and language support. Occasionally a
retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity.
Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.
3. The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from
the actual design of your camera.
4. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user
manual.
5. For driver updates, you can check the “Download” section of our website,
www.geniusnet.com.tw.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.
Warnings
If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power
OFF and remove the batteries and the AC power adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the
store of purchase.
If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the
power OFF and remove the batteries and the AC power adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the
store of purchase
Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.
This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection,
ask the store of purchase.
Use the supplied AC adapter only with the indicated power supply
voltage.
Use with any other power supply voltage might cause fire or electric
shock.
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Do not use the camera in areas near water.
This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain,
snow, on the beach, or near the shore.
Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.
This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing injury.
Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.
Swallowing batteries might cause poisoning. If the battery is accidentally
swallowed, immediately consult a physician.
Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a
motorcycle.
This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.
Cautions
Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of
the terminals.
Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause fire and
injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or
leaking.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.
This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to
leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your
body or clothes, rinse with fresh water.
If the internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive
treatment.
A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use
excessive force when handling the camera.
This might cause damage to the camera.
Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.
This might cause fire or electric shock.
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Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of
continuous use.
The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause
burns.
Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.
This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire.
Use the camera in a well-ventilated place.
Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise
significantly, such as inside a car.
This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.
Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.
Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and
electric shock.
Notes on Battery Usage
When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and
the notes described below:
Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the battery
performance.
Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten
the battery life and reduce camera performance.
If you are using the new rechargeable battery or rechargeable battery that has not
been used for an extended period of time (batteries that pass the expiry date are
exceptions) might affect the number of pictures that can be taken. Therefore, to
maximize their performance and lifetime, we recommend that you fully charge the
batteries and discharge them for at least one complete cycle before use.
The battery may feel warm when using the camera for an extended period of time or
using the flash continuously. This is normal and not a malfunction.
The camera may feel warm when being used continuously or for an extended period
of time. This is normal and not a malfunction.
If you will not be using the batteries for an extended period of time, remove them from
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the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion.
Always keep the terminals in a clean state.
Never use manganese batteries.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
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CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION 8-9
Overview
Package contents
GETTING TO KNOW THE
CAMERA
Front view
Rear view
Mode Dial
LCD monitor information
PREPARING THE
CAMERA 14-17
Inserting the Battery
Using the AC Power Adapter (optional
accessory)
Inserting and Removing an SD Memory
Card
Attaching the Camera Strap
GETTING STARTED 17-20
Turning the Power On/Off
Choosing the Screen Language
Setting the Date and Time
Formatting an SD Memory Card or
Internal Memory
Using the LCD Monitor
PHOTOGRAPHY MODE 20-26
Shooting Images-The Basics
Setting Image Resolution and Quality
Using the Zoom Function
10-14
Using the Flash
Using the Self-Timer
Adjusting the Exposure(EV
Compensation)
Setting White Balance
USING THE MODE DIAL 26-29
Auto Mode
Program Mode
Portrait Mode
Landscape Mode
Sports Mode
Night Mode
ADDVANCED SHOOTING 29-32
Burst
Auto Exposure Bracketing
Selecting the Metering Mode
PLAY MODE
－THE BASIC 32-36
Viewing Images
Magnifying Images
Thumbnail Display (Index Playback)
Slideshow Display
Resizing an Image
MOVIE MODE 36-37
Recording Video Clips
Playing Back Video Clips
PLAY MODE－ADVANCED
FUNCTIONS 37-47
Playing Back Images/Video Clips on TV
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Deleting Images/Video Clips
Protecting Images/Video Clips
Setting the DPOF
Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant
Printer
TRANSFERRING FILES
FROMYOURDIGITAL STILL
CAMERA TO
COMPUTER 48-50
Step 1: Installing the USB Driver (Windows
98/98SE users only)
Step 2: Connecting the digital still Camera
to your computer
Step 3: Downloading Images, video clips
or voice recording files
EDITING SOFTWARE
INSTALLATION 50-51
Installing Photo Explorer
Installing Photo Express
USING THE DIGITAL STILL
CAMERA AS A
PC CAMERA 51-53
Step 1: Installing the PC camera Driver
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(same as USB driver)
Step 2: Connecting the digital still Camera
to your computer
Step 3: Run your application software ( i.e.
Windows NetMeeting)
MENU OPTIONS 53-63
Camera Menu
Video Menu
Play Menu
Setup Menu
CONNECTING YOUR
CAMERA TO OTHER
DEVICES 64
SPECIFICATIONS 65-66
APPENDIX 66-68
Troubleshooting Guide
Possible Number of Recordable Image
Approximate Duration of Recording Time
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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Thank you for purchasing the new digital still camera!
Equipped with a 4.0 Mega pixels CCD sensor, your camera delivers good quality, 2304 x
1728 resolution images.
Other features provided by the camera include the following:
4.0 Mega pixels
A high-resolution CCD sensor provides 4.0 mega pixels for good quality of images.
USB connection (USB 1.1 compliant)
Still images, video clips, or voice recording files that you have recorded can be
downloaded to your computer using the USB cable (A USB driver is required for Win
98 and Win98SE).
Auto flash
An auto flash sensor automatically detects the shooting (lightening) conditions and
determines whether the flash should be used.
1.8” LTPS color image LCD monitor
Optical zoom: 1x~3x
Digital zoom: 1x~4x
12MB internal (built-in) memory
Images can be captured without using a memory card.
DPOF functionality
DPOF can be used to print your images on a DPOF compatible printer by simply
inserting the memory card.
PictBridge support
You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and perform
image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls.
Support for SD memory card for memory expansion
You may wish to expand the memory capacity (up to 512MB capacity) by using an
external memory card.
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Provided editing software: Photo Explorer / Photo Express
You can enhance and retouch your images on your computer by using the provided
editing software.
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 still camera USB cable
AV cable Software CD-ROM
User’s manual Camera strap
Quick guide Camera pouch
AA x 2 Batteries
NOTE
Accessory and components may vary by different retailer.
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GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMERA
Front view
1. Shutter button
2. Flash
3. Microphone
4. Lens
5. Power button
6. Mode dial
7. Self-timer LED
8. PC (USB) / AV Out terminal
9. DC in 3V terminal
Rear view
1. Rec-play button
2.
3. Delete button
Menu button
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4. Arrow button (Up)
5. Arrow button (Right)
Self-timer button
6.
7.
8. Battery / SD card cover
9.
10. / Zoom in
Arrow button (Down)
Arrow button (Left)
Flash button
/ Zoom out
(wide-angle) button
Thumbnail button
(telephoto) button
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11. LCD monitor
12. OK /
13. Tripod socket
(Display) button
Mode Dial
You can select from seven shooting modes and setup mode according to shooting
conditions to achieve the desired effect.
Mode
Description
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
P
A
Power button
Program
Auto
Video
Portrait
Landscape
Sports
Night
Press to turn on/off the power.
Select this mode to permit the shutter speed and
aperture to be set manually.
Select this mode to adjust point-and-shoot action.
Select this mode to record video clips.
Select this mode to make people stand out with the
background out-of-focus.
Use this mode to take photographs of distant
scenery or landscapes.
Use this mode to shoot fast moving objects.
Select this option to take photographs of people
against a dusk or night-time background.
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9.
Setup
Select this mode to adjust the camera settings.
LCD Monitor Information
Camera Mode
1. Mode indication
[ A ] Auto Mode
[
] Setup Mode
] Video Mode
[
] Landscape Mode
[
[ P ] Program Mode
[
] Sports Mode
[
] Portrait Mode
] Night Mode
[
2. Image quality
[
] FINE
] NORMAL
[
[
] ECONOMY
3. Image size
] 2304 x 1728
[
] 2048 x 1536
[
[
] 1280 x 960
[
4. Possible number of shots
5. Internal memory/SD memory card
6. Remaining battery status
7. Self-timer mode
] 640 x 480
indicator
[ ] Status of internal memory
[
] Status of SD memory card
[
] Full battery power
[
] Medium battery power
[
] Low battery power
[
] No battery power
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[ ] OFF
[
] 2 sec. delay
[
] 10 sec. delay
[
] 10+2 sec. delay
8. White balance
AUTO
[
] DAYLIGHT
[
] CLOUDY
[ ] SUNSET
[
] TUNGSTEN
[
] FLUORESCENT
9. Capture mode indicator
[
] SINGLE
[
] BURST
] AEB
[
10. Date
11. Zoom stat
12. Focus area
13. Focus indicator
(no indication for auto focus)
AUTO
[
] MACRO
[
] INFINITY
14. Flash mode
[
] Auto Flash (Default)
[
] Red Eye
] Forced flash
[
] No Flash
[
Video mode
1. Video mode
2. Recordable movie time available
3. SD memory card indicator (if present)
4. Battery power indicator
5. Focus area
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Image Playback
1. Playback mode
2. SD memory card indicator (if present)
3. Battery power indicator
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4. Playback information
Video Playback
1. Playback mode
2. Video mode
3. SD memory card indicator (if present)
4. Battery power indicator
5. Playback indicator
6. Playback information
PREPARING THE CAMERA
Installing the Battery
You can use 2 AA size batteries to turn on the camera. Make sure that the power of the
digital camera is off before inserting or removing the
batteries.
1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Open the battery cover.
3. Insert the batteries in the correct orientation as
shown in the illustration.
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4. Close the battery cover.
To remove the batteries, turn the camera off before removing batteries and hold
the camera with the battery cover facing upward, then open the battery cover.
NOTE
Be careful not to drop the batteries when opening or closing the battery cover.
Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)
Use of the AC power adapter is
recommended if you intend to use
the LCD monitor for a long time or
connect the camera to a PC.
1. Make sure your camera is turned
off.
2. Connect one end of the AC
power adapter to the camera jack
labeled "DC IN 3.0V".
3. Connect the other end to an electrical outlet.
NOTE
Make 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.
To 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.
The AC power adapter can only be used to power the camera. Batteries cannot be charged
inside the camera.
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Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card
(Optional Accessory)
The digital camera comes with 12MB of internal memory, allowing you to store captured
still images or video clips in the digital camera. However, you can also expand the
memory capacity by using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can
store more files.
1. Make sure your camera is turned off before
inserting or removing a memory card.
2. Open the SD memory card cover.
3. Insert an SD memory card in the correct
orientation as shown in the illustration.
4. Close the battery/SD memory card cover.
To remove the SD memory card, make sure
the camera is turned off. Press lightly on the
edge of the memory card and it will eject.
NOTE
Be sure to format an SD memory card with this
digital still camera before using it. Refer to
section in the manual titled “Formatting an SD
Memory Card or Internal Memory” for further
details.
To prevent valuable data from being accidentally
erased from an SD card, you can slide the write
protect 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.
Attaching the Camera Strap
Attach the strap as shown in the illustration.
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LED Indicators
Indicator State Description/Activity
Solid red The digital camera is powering up. LED indicator
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Solid green
LED indicator
LED indicator Blinking red Charging the flash.
Self-timer
indicator
Blinking
green
Blinking red The self-timer function is activated.
The digital camera is ready to record images (or
movies).
USB communication/transfer in progress
GETTING STARTED
Turning the Power On/Off
1. Press the button until the digital still camera
turns on.
2. To turn the power off, press and hold the
button again.
Choosing the Screen Language
When the camera is turned on for the first time, a language-selection screen will be
displayed in the monitor. Follow the steps below to choose the desired language.
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1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the button.
2. Press
3. Use
4. Use
5. Press the
to select the [CUSTOM] menu.
to select [LANGUAGE], and then press the button.
or to select the language you want.
button to confirm.
Setting the Date and Time
Follow the steps below to set the date display style,
current date and time.
1. Rotate the mode dial to
camera on by pressing the
and turn your
button.
2. Press
3. Use
the
You may press
4. Press the
Month, Day and Time fields.
to select the [CUSTOM] menu.
to select [DATE & TIME], then press
button.
date types.
/ buttons to select Year,
or to switch the
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To increase a value, press the button.
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To decrease a value, slide the zoom lever to the
The time is displayed in 24-hours format.
5. Press the
button after all fields are set.
button.
Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory
The term “Formatting” means preparing an “SD Memory Card” to record images; this
process is also called “initialization”. This utility formats the internal memory (or memory
card) and erases all stored images and data.
1. Rotate the mode dial to
The [BASIC] menu is displayed.
2. Use
3. Use
to select [FORMAT], then press the button.
or to select [YES], then press the button to confirm.
and turn your camera on by pressing the button.
NOTE
When you format an SD memory card, be aware that all data of which will be permanently
erased. Protected images are also erased.
To format the internal memory, do not insert a memory card into the camera. Otherwise,
you will format the memory card.
Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at a later time.
An SD memory card having any problem cannot be properly formatted.
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Using the LCD Monitor
Your camera is equipped with a 1.8" full color LTPS LCD monitor to help you compose
images, replay recorded images/video clips or
adjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and
numbers displayed on the monitor may very
according to the current settings.
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P ,
, , or .
2. Press the
3. Compose your scene on the LCD monitor.
4. Press the shutter button.
button to turn on the power.
, ,
NOTE
The LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a malfunction.
To prevent your images from being blurred while pressing the shutter button, always hold it
carefully. This is especially important when you are shooting under low lighting conditions,
which your camera may decelerate the shutter speed to ensure your images are properly
exposed.
PHOTOGRAPHY MODE
Shooting Images – The Basics
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , , , ,
and turn your camera on by pressing the
or
button.
2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so
that the main subject is within the focus frame.
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3. Press the shutter button down half way to focus the image.
When you press the shutter button down half way, the camera’s Auto Focus
feature automatically focuses the image and exposure.
4. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down to capture the image.
NOTE
The actual captured image appears to be larger than the one on LCD after the image is
captured.
Pressing the button switches the LCD monitor display mode. Each time you press the
button, the display changes in the following order: Focus Frame On →Indicators Off
→Composition Line On →LCD Off.
Setting Image Resolution and Quality
As you get to know the digital camera, you can set the image resolution (number of
vertical and horizontal pixels) and image quality
(compression ratio) based on the types of images
you want to shoot.
These settings affect the number of images that can
be stored in memory, or on a memory card.
Higher resolution and higher quality images provide
finer detail but cause the images’ file size to be
larger.
To change image resolution or image quality,
perform these steps below:
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P ,
and turn your camera on by pressing
or
the
2. Press the
The [PICTURE] menu is displayed.
button.
button.
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3. Use to select [IMAGE SIZE], then press the button.
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4. Use
5. Follow the step 3 and 4 above to set the [QUALITY].
or to select the desired setting, then press the button to confirm.
NOTE
The possible number of shots and recording time depend on the storage size, resolution and
quality settings and the subject of the image to be captured.
You can resize the images later. (Please refer to section in this manual titled “Resizing an
Image” for further detail.)
Using the Zoom Function
This camera is equipped with 3x optical zoom. The lens moves during the optical zoom
photography, allowing you to capture telephoto and wide-angle shots. By using the optical
zoom function; images appear closer by pressing the
pressing the
Moreover, you can further enlarge the subjects with
4x digital zoom by pressing continuously the
button. It is activated after your camera reaches its
button.
button, or smaller away by
maximum optical zoom factor (3x). A useful feature
as it is, however, the more the image is magnified,
the grainer the image may become.
To capture a zoomed image, perform the following steps:
1. Press the
2. Adjust the magnification ratio by using the
To access the optical zoom function, press the
Press it again to activate the digital zoom.
button to turn on the power.
/ button.
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button as far as it can go.
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To exit the zoom photography, press continuously the button.
The status of digital magnification is displayed on the LCD monitor.
3. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
NOTE
The digital magnification ranges from 1.0x to 4.0x.
As you record video clips, the zoom function cannot be activated.
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 desired flash mode
to suit your circumstances.
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P ,
.
2. Press the
3. Toggle
appears on the LCD monitor.
4. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
button to turn on the power.
/ until your desired flash mode
, , , or
The camera has four flash modes: Red Eye, No Flash (default), Auto Flash and Forced
Flash. The table below will help you to choose the appropriate flash mode:
Flash mode Description
AUTO
FLASH
The flash fires automatically according to the photographic
conditions.
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Use this mode to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when you want
to take natural-looking photographs of people and animals in
RED EYE
FORCED
FLASH
NO FLASH
low-light conditions. When taking photographs, the red-eye
phenomenon can be reduced by asking the subject (person) to
look at the digital still camera or get as close to the digital still
camera as possible.
The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness.
Select this mode for recording images with high contrast
(backlighting) and deep shadows.
Use this mode in the environment that the flash use is prohibited or
under the situation that the distance to the subject is too far away
for the flash to have any effect.
Using the Self-Timer
The self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you
should either mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, level
surface.
1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a
stable surface.
2. Rotate the mode dial to A , P ,
.
or
3. Press the
4. Toggle
mode appears on the LCD monitor.
→ OFF → 2 → 10 → 10+2
[NO INDICATION]
5. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
button to turn on the power.
/ until your desired self-timer
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The self-timer function is activated.
The photography is then taken after the preset time.
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To cancel the self-timer at any time, press the shutter or
the mode dial to another mode or press
to disrupt the sequence.
button, switch
NOTE
After one shot is taken, the self-timer mode is turned off.
If you wish to take another image using the self-timer, repeat these steps.
Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation)
You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the digital camera. Use this mode
when the proper exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (different
between light and dark) between the subject and the background is extremely large. The
EV compensation value can be set in the range
from –2.0EV to +2.0EV.
1. Rotate the mode dial to P ,
.
or
2. Press the
3. Press
button to turn on the power.
, then use to select the
, , ,
[AE/AWB] menu.
4. Use
compensation value from –2.0EV to +2.0EV.
5. To exit from the menu, press the
to select [EXPOSURE], then use or to set the range of EV
button.
Setting White Balance
This feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types
according to your shooting conditions.
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1. Rotate the mode dial to P , , , , or .
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2. Press the
3. Press
4. Use
5. Use
6. To exit from the menu, press the
button to turn on the power.
, then toggle to select the [AE/AWB] menu.
to select [W. BALANCE], then press the button.
or to select the desired setting, then press the button to confirm.
button.
USING THE MODE DIAL
Auto Mode
A (Auto) mode is the simplest way which allows you to take still pictures without having to
set special functions or manual adjustments. The camera
sets the optimal focusing and exposure.
1. Rotate the mode dial to A mode and turn your camera
on by pressing the
2. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
3. Press the shutter button down halfway to focus
the image.
When you press the shutter button down half
way, the camera’s Auto Focus feature
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automatically focuses the image and exposure.
4. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down to capture the image.
Program Mode
In P (Program) mode, the camera automatically sets
the shutter speed and aperture for taking still images.
You can adjust other functions, such as flash mode or
continuous shooting mode.
1. Rotate the mode dial to P mode and turn your
camera on by pressing the
2. Compose your subject within the focus
frame.
3. Press the shutter button to capture the
image.
button.
Portrait Mode
Select this mode to make people stand out with the
background out-of-focus.
1. Rotate the mode dial to
camera on by pressing the
2. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
mode and turn your
button.
3. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
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Landscape Mode
This mode allows you to take photographs of distant scenery or landscapes.
1. Rotate the mode dial to
camera on by pressing the
2. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
3. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
mode and turn your
button.
Sports Mode
This mode allows you to shoot fast moving objects.
1. Rotate the mode dial to
camera on by pressing the
2. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
mode and turn your
button.
3. Press the shutter button to capture the
image.
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Night Mode
This mode allows you to take photographs of people
against a dusk or night-time background.
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1. Rotate the mode dial to
camera on by pressing the
2. Compose your subject within the focus
frame.
3. Press the shutter button to capture the
image.
mode and turn your
button.
ADVANCED SHOOTING
Burst
This mode is used for continuous shooting. Pictures
are taken continuously while the shutter release
button is pressed.
1. Rotate the mode dial to P ,
, , , or
and turn your camera on by pressing the
button.
2. Press
[FUNCTION] menu.
3. Use to select [CAPTURE MODE], then
, then use to select the
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4. Use
5. To exit from the menu, press the
The
6. Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus.
7. Press the shutter button all the way to shoot.
or to select [BURST], then press the button.
button.
indicator is displayed on the monitor screen.
Shooting will stop when the shutter button is released.
NOTE
In Burst mode, the flash mode will be set to OFF automatically.
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)
In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take
three shots after you press the shutter button
once. AEB settings can be combined with
exposure compensation settings to extend the
adjustment range.
1. Rotate the mode dial to P ,
, , ,
and turn your camera on by pressing
or
the
2. Press
[FUNCTION] menu.
3. Use to select [CAPTURE MODE],
then press the button.
4. Use
button.
, then use to select the
or to select [AEB], then press
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5. To exit from the menu, press the
The
6. Press the shutter button to shoot.
indicator is displayed on the monitor screen.
button.
NOTE
In AEB mode, the flash mode will be set to OFF automatically.
Selecting the Metering Mode
You can select the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to
determine the exposure.
1. Rotate the mode dial to P ,
, or and turn your camera on by
pressing the
2. Press
[FUNCTION] menu.
3. Use to select [METERING], then
button.
, then use to select the
, ,
press the button.
4. Use
metering mode, then press the
button.
or to select the desired
[
AVERAGE]: Averages the
light metered from the entire frame,
but gives greater weight to the
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subject matter at the center.
[
5. To exit from the menu, press the
6. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
SPOT]: Meters the area within the spot automatic exposure point frame at
the center of the LCD monitor.
button.
7. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
PLAY MODE - THE BASICS
Viewing Images
You can display the still images you have just captured at a time.
1. Press the
camera.
2. Press the
The last recorded image appears on
the LCD monitor.
3. Use
images.
button to turn on the
(Playback) button.
or to select the desired
To view the previous image, press the
button.
To view the next image, press the button.
NOTE
The playback information displayed on the LCD monitor will disappear after 1 second of
time.
If there is no image stored in the internal memory or on the memory card. [NO IMAGE]
message will appear on the monitor.
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Magnifying Images
While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a
selected portion of an image. This magnification
allows you to view fine details. The zoom factor
displayed on the screen shows the current
magnification ratio.
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1. Press the
The last recorded image appears on the
LCD monitor.
To view the previous image, press the
To view the next image, press the
2. Adjust the zoom ration by using the Zoom
To enlarge the selected image, press the
To return to the normal image, press the
The magnification factor is displayed on the LCD monitor.
3. To view different portions of the images, press the
button to adjust the display area.
(Playback) button.
button.
button.
/ button.
button.
button.
/ / /
NOTE
The magnification factors range from 1x to 4x (within 7 stages: 1.0x, 1.5x, 2.0x, 2.5x, 3.0x,
3.5x and 4.0x).
Thumbnail Display (Index Playback)
This function allows you to view four or nine thumbnail images on the LCD monitor
simultaneously so you may search for a particular image.
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1. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image appears
on the LCD monitor.
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2. Press the
Nine thumbnail images are
displayed simultaneously.
For recorded video clips, the video
3. Use the
be displayed at regular size.
4. Press the
/ button once.
mode icon will be displayed.
/ / / button to move the cursor to select the image to
button to display the selected image on full screen.
Slideshow Display
The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential
order. This is very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for
presentations.
1. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
2. Press
, then use to select [SLIDE SHOW] and press the button.
3. Use
The slide show starts.
The video clips are displayed the first frame image, and not played back.
To stop the slide show, press the
or to set the playback interval, then press the button.
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NOTE
You can adjust the slide show display interval within the range of 3 SEC., 5 SEC., 10 SEC.
Resizing an Image
You can change the image size of a captured image to one of the following sizes: 2560 x
1920 pixel, 2048 x 1536 pixel, 1280 x 960 pixel and 640 x 480 pixel.
1. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
2. In
3. Press
4. Use
(Playback) mode, use or to select the desired images.
To view the previous image, press the
To view the next image, press the
to access in PLAYBACK menu, then use or to select
[RESIZE] and press the
or to select the desired setting, then press the button to
confirm.
button.
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MOVIE MODE
Recording Video Clips
This mode allows you to record video clips with sound via built-in microphone.
1. Rotate the mode dial to
button.
2. Press the shutter button to start recording.
3. To stop recording, press the shutter button again.
mode and turn your camera on by pressing the
NOTE
The function of optical zoom (3x) can be activated before you start to record video clips.
Pressing the
button, the display changes in the following order: Focus Frame On → Indicators Off
→Composition Line On →LCD Off.
button switches the LCD monitor display mode. Each time you press the
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Playing Back Video Clips
You can play back recorded video clips. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor
during the video playback.
1. Press the
2. Use
the video clip you want to playback is displayed.
To view the previous image, press the
button.
To view the next image, press the
button.
3. Press the
To pause or resume video playback, press the
(Playback) button.
or to go through the images until
button to start playing back the video clips.
button again.
NOTE
The playback information displayed on the LCD monitor will disappear after 1 second.
The zoom function cannot be activated while playing the video clips back.
To playback the video clips on the computer, we recommend you to use Windows Media
Player 9.0 (WMP 9.0).You can download WMP version from the website at
www.microsoft.com.
PLAY MODE - ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
Playing Back Images/Video Clips on TV
You can also playback your images on a TV screen. Before connecting to any device,
make sure to select NTSC/PAL system to match the video output system of the video
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equipment you are going to connect to the digital still camera, then turn all connected
devices off.
1. Connect one end of the A/V cable to the
A/V terminal of the digital camera.
2. Connect the other end to the A/V input
socket of the TV set.
3. Turn the TV and digital camera on.
4. Playback the images/video clips.
The method of operation is the same
as playing back still images and
video clips on the digital camera.
NOTE
The sound recorded with video clips can only be played back on TV or computers.
Deleting Images/Video Clips
Use this function to delete one or all images/video clips stored in the internal memory or
memory card.
Please note that the deleted images or video clips cannot be recovered. Exercise caution
before deleting a file.
To delete the latest single image/video clip
1. Press the button to turn on the power.
2. Press
use
the
clip.
If you wish to cancel the deletion, select
. When the delete message appears,
or to select [YES], then press
button to delete the last image or video
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[NO].
To delete image/video clip by preference
1. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor, which can also be deleted
directly by pressing
2. Use
delete.
3. Press
[DELETE] and press the
4. Use
[ALL IMAGES] by your preference, then press the
5. When the delete message appears, use
to confirm the deletion.
If you wish to cancel the deletion, select [NO].
or to select the image you want to
, then use or to select
or to select [THIS IMAGE] or
button.
to select [YES], then press the button
.
button.
or
NOTE
Protected images cannot be deleted with the delete function.
Protecting Images/Video Clips
Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.
1. Press the
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
(Playback) button.
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2. In (Playback) mode, use or to select the desired images.
To view the previous image, press the
To view the next image, press the
3. Press
4. Use
[PROTECT ONE]: Protect one image/movie.
[PROTECT ALL]: Protect all images/movies (at once).
5. Use or to select [LOCK], then press the button to confirm.
Press
If you wish to cancel the protect function, select [UNLOCK].
, then use to select [PROTECT] and press the button.
or to choose the desired setting, then press the button.
to return to the (Playback) mode.
The
indicator appears on the selected image.
button.
button.
Setting the DPOF
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your
memory card. By using DPOF, you can select an image to be printed and then specify
how many prints or which image you would like. Take your memory card to a DPOF
enabled printer that accepts memory cards. The DPOF/card-compatible printer will read
the embedded information on the memory card and print your images as specified.
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Step
1
2
3
Figure
Procedure
Press the (Playback) button, then use
or to select the desired image you
want to mark
* The playback information displayed on the
LCD monitor will disappear after 1 second.
Press the button. Use or to
select [DPOF], then press the
.
Use or to select your preference,
then press the
[ONE IMAGE]: To configure print settings for
a single image.
[ALL IMAGES]: To configure print settings for
button.
button.
all images.
[RESET ALL]: Returns all basic settings to the
digital camera’s default settings.
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Use or to select your preference,
then press the button.
[QUANTITY]: Allows you to select image
4
5
quantity (0~10). Use
image quantity.
[DATE]: The date of recording can be printed
directly on the images.
Press the
with
[RETURN]: To exit the mark function, use
or to select [RETURN], then press
the
Press to return to the image playback
mode.
* The
button to choose [YES] or [NO]
or .
button.
is marked on the displayed image.
or to set the
To unmark the mark, go back to step 3 to
select [RESET ALL] with
or .
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NOTE
Before you perform the DPOF settings on your camera, always remember to copy your
images from the internal memory to an SD memory card first.
The print icon will appear on the monitor indicating images selected for printing.
You cannot print movies.
Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer
Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that
supports PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor
screen and controls. DPOF support also lets you specify which images you want to print
and how many copies of each should be printed.
Connecting the camera to the printer
1. Rotate the mode dial to
2. Press
3. Use
4. Connect your camera and the printer via the supplied USB cable.
The screen turns off automatically and
Printing images
When the camera is properly connected to a
PictBridge compliant printer, the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen is displayed on the
monitor. Use
to select the [CUSTOM] menu, then use to select [USB].
or to select [PRINT], then press the button.
the setting screen will appear on the
monitor after 1 second.
or to select the print mode.
and turn your camera on by pressing the button.
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Step
1
2
Figure
Procedure
Use or to select the [PRINT] mode,
then press the
* The [PRINT PAPER] screen is displayed.
Use or to access in the selection of
paper setting, then press
confirm.
[SIZE]: You may select the desired item
depending on the type of printer being used.
[BORDERLESS]: You may select the desired
item depending on the type of printer being
used.
Use or to select the image you want
button.
the button to
3
to print, then press
detailed settings.
* The [PRINT INFO] screen is displayed.
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Step
4
5
Figure
Procedure
Use or to select your preference,
then press the
] : Specifies the number of prints. You can
[
select the number up to 10.
[DATE]: If you select WITH, images are printed
with the date.
[FILE NAME]: If you select WITH, images are
printed with the file name.
[CANCEL]: To cancel the print settings, use
or to select [CANCEL].
After step 4 is finished, you can still use
or
to change the image by your
button.
preference, then press the button to print.
Use or to select [PRINT], then
6
press the
* The TRANSFERRING screen is displayed.
button to confirm.
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Procedure
This starts printing and displays the message
“TRANSFERRING” on the monitor screen. The
message will disappear after the printing is
finished.
* To cancel printing:
Pressing the
transfer displays the screen for selecting
whether to [CONTINUE] or [CANCEL] printing.
button during print data
Step
7
Figure
In [PRINT ORDER] Mode: This function only lets you print the specified image based
on the previous
Step
Figure
Procedure
1
Use or to select the [PRINT
ORDER] mode, then press the
* The [PRINT PAPER] screen is displayed.
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Use or to access in the selection of
2
3
paper setting, then press the
print.
[SIZE]: You may select the desired item
depending on the type of printer being used.
[BORDERLESS]: You may select the desired
item depending on the type of printer being
used.
Use or to select [PRINT], then
press the
* The TRANSFERRING screen is displayed.
This starts printing and displays the message
“TRANSFERRING” on the monitor screen. The
message will disappear after the printing is
button to confirm.
button to
finished.
4
* To cancel printing:
Pressing the
transfer displays the screen for selecting
whether to [CONTINUE] or [CANCEL] printing.
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TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES TO
YOUR COMPUTER
After using USB cable to establish a USB connection between the camera and your
computer, you can use your computer to share recorded images/video
clips/voice-recording files with your family or friends via a e-mail or post them on the Web.
In order to do this, you must install the USB driver onto your computer first. Note that
before you begin to install the software, you need to check your system according to the
table as shown below.
CPU
OS
Memory
Free Space on Hard Disk
Required Devices
Display
System requirements
(Windows)
Pentium III 600 MHz
processor or higher
Windows
98/98SE/Me/2000/XP
64MB RAM 64MB RAM
128MB hard disk space 128MB hard disk space
A CD-ROM drive,
An available USB port
Color monitor (800x600,
24-bit or higher
recommended)
System requirements
(Macintosh)
PowerPC G3/G4
OS 9.0 or later
A CD-ROM drive,
An available USB port
Color monitor (800x600,
24-bit or higher
recommended)
Step 1: Installing the USB driver on Windows computers
Installation on Windows 98 & 98SE
The USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows 98 and 98SE.
Windows 2000/ME/XP users need not install the USB driver.
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the welcome screen appears, click “INSTALL USB DRIVER “.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
3. After the USB driver has been installed, restart your computer.
Installing the USB driver on Macintosh computers
For Mac OS 9.0 or higher, the computer will automatically recognize the camera and load its own
USB drivers.
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Step 2: Connecting the digital still camera to your computer
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the button.
2. Press
3. Use
4. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.
5. There will be a new “Removable Disk” icon detected in “My Computer”, in which
contains your recorded images or video clips.
Mac users: Double-click the “untitled” or “unlabeled” disk drive icon on our desktop. iPhoto may
automatically launch.
to select the [CUSTOM] menu, then use to select [USB].
to select [PC], then press the button.
Step 3: Downloading images/video clips
When the camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered as a disk drive,
just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images/video clips by copying them
from the “removable disk” (“untitled” disk on a Macintosh) to your computer hard drive or to
another kind of disk.
For computers running Windows
Open the “removable disk” by double-clicking on it. Double-click on the folder that contains your
recorded images/video clips. Select the images/video clips that you prefer and choose “Copy”
from the “Edit” menu. After that, open the destination location and choose “Paste” from the “Edit”
menu.
For computers running Mac OS
Open the “untitled” disk window and the hard disk or the destination location. Drag and drop from
the camera disk to the desired destination.
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NOTE
Memory card users may prefer to use a memory card reader (highly recommended).
Video playback application is not included with the package. Make sure that video playback
application has been installed in your computer.
EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
Installing Photo Explorer
®
Ulead
distribute digital media. Acquire photos, video or sound clips from various digital device
types and easily browse or add personal descriptions; make timely modifications; or
distribute the media through the medium of your choice: E-mail, Print, Slideshow
Presentations. It is an indispensable all-in-one tool for owners of digital cameras,
WebCams, DV camcorders, scanners, or anyone who strives to effectively organize a
large collection of digital media.
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the welcome screen appears, click “Install Ulead
Photo Explorer provides a simple and efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and
®
Photo Explorer”. Follow the
on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
NOTE
For more information about the operation of Photo Explorer application software, refer to its
respective help documentation.
For Windows 2000/XP users, please make sure to install and use the Photo Explorer in
“Administrator” mode.
Photo Explorer is not supported on the Mac. iPhoto or iPhoto2is recommended.
Installing Photo Express
®
Ulead
step-by-step workflow, visual program interface, and in-program help assist users in
Photo Express is complete photo project software for digital images. The
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creating exciting photo projects. Acquire digital photos effortlessly from digital cameras or
scanners. Organize them conveniently with the Visual Browse mode. Use hundreds of
ready-to-use templates such as albums, cards, posters, slideshows, and more. Edit and
enhance images with photo editing tools, photographic filters, and special effects.
Embellish projects by adding creative design elements such as frames, callouts, and
stamp objects.
Share results with family and friends via e-mail and multiple print options.
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the welcome screen appears, click “Install Ulead
on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
NOTE
For information on how to use Photo Express to edit and retouch your recorded images,
please refer to its online help.
For Windows 2000/XP users, make sure to install and use the Photo Express while logged
in as a user with an Administrator account.
Photo Express is not supported on the Mac.
®
Photo Express”. Follow the
USING THE DIGITAL STILL CAMERA AS A
PC CAMERA
Your digital still camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference
with business associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use
the digital still camera for videoconferencing, your computer system must include the
items as below:
Microphone
Sound card
Speakers or headphones
Network or Internet connection
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NOTE
Video conferencing (or video editing) software is not included with the digital still camera.
This mode is not supported for Mac.
Step 1: Install the PC camera driver (same as USB
driver)
The PC-camera driver included in the CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows. The PC
camera function is not supported for Mac platforms.
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the welcome screen appears, click “ DRIVER For PC CAM ”.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
3. After the driver installation is completed, restart your computer.
Step 2: Connect the digital still camera to your
computer.
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the button.
2. Press
then use
3. Use
press the
4. Connect one end of the USB cable to an
available USB port on your computer.
5. Position the digital camera steadily on top of your computer monitor or use a tripod.
to select the [CUSTOM] menu,
to select [USB].
or to select [PC CAM.], then
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NOTE
When using this digital still camera as a PC camera, it is necessary to install the battery into
the digital still camera.
Step 3: Run your application software (i.e. Windows
NetMeeting)
To use Windows NetMeeting for videoconferencing:
1. Go to Start → Programs → Accessories → Communications → NetMeeting to
launch the NetMeeting program.
2. Click the Start Video button to view live video.
3. Click the Place Call button.
4. Type the e-mail address or the network address of the computer that you are calling.
5. Click Call. The person that you are calling must also have Windows NetMeeting
running and be willing accept your call to start the videoconference.
NOTE
The video resolution for videoconferencing applications is generally 320 x 240.
For more information about the operation of videoconference application software, refer to
its respective help documentation.
MENU OPTIONS
Camera Menu
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images.
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1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , , , or and turn your camera on.
2. Press
[AE/AWB] menu.
In A (Auto) Mode, press
3. Press
4. To exit from the menu, press the
, then use or to select the [PICTURE] / [FUNCTION] /
or to select the desired setting, then press the button.
In A (Auto) Mode
Item
IMAGE SIZE
Description
Sets the size of the image that will be captured.
2304 x 1728
2048 x 1536
1280 x 960
640 x 480
to access in menu directly.
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Item
QUALITY
FOCUS
CAPTURE MODE
Description
Sets the quality (compression rate) at which the image is
captured.
[ ] FINE
[ ] NORMAL
[
] ECONOMY
You can take images with the distance to the subject set by
auto focus, macro or infinity.
* AUTO
*
*
Sets the recording method at the time of taking pictures.
*
*
*
MACRO
INFINITY
SINGLE
BURST
AEB
In P , , , or Mode
Picture Item Description
IMAGE SIZE
QUALITY
Refer to “Camera Menu - In A (Auto) Mode” in
LIST OF MENU
OPTIONS.
Refer to “Camera Menu - In A (Auto) Mode” in
LIST OF MENU
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SHARPNESS
COLOR
SATURATION
Sets the level of image sharpness.
LOW
*
*
MEDIUM
HIGH
*
Sets the color of the image that will be captured.
* FULL COLOR
*
BLACK & WHITE
*
SEPIA
To capture an image, your camera offers you
three different degrees of color to match with your
preference.
Your images will demonstrate different
impression by selecting different degrees of
color. This is called “Saturation”.
*
LOW
MEDIUM
*
*
HIGH
Function Item Description
FOCUS
CAPTURE
MODE
Refer to “Camera Menu - In A (Auto) Mode” in LIST
OF MENU OPTIONS.
Refer to “Camera Menu - In A (Auto) Mode” in LIST
OF MENU OPTIONS.
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METERING
EXPOSURE
W.
BALANCE
Refer to section in this manual titled “Selecting the
Metering Mode” for further details.
Sets to the correct exposure when the subject is
much brighter or darker than the background.
The EV compensation value can be set in the
range from –2.0EV to +2.0EV.
Sets the white balance photographing under a
variety of lighting conditions and permits
photographs to be taken that approach the
conditions that are seen by the human eye.
* AUTO
DAYLIGHT
*
*
CLOUDY
SUNSET
*
TUNGSTEN
*
*
FLUORESCENT
Function Item Description
ISO
Sets the sensitivity for taking pictures. When the
sensitivity is raised (and the ISO figure is
increased), photography will become possible even
in dark locations, but the more pixilated (grainer)
the image will appear.
*AUTO / 50 / 100 / 200
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This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips.
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1. Rotate the mode dial to
2. Press
3. To exit from the playback menu, press the
Item Description
COLOR
, then use to select the [COLOR].
REFER TO “Camer Menu-In In P , , , or
Mode” of MENU OPTIONS.
mode and turn your camera on.
button.
Play Menu
In the (Playback) menu, set which settings are to be used for playback.
1. Press the (Playback) button.
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2. Press
button.
3. To exit from the playback menu, press the
, then use or to select the desired setting and press the
Item Description
DELETE
SLIDE SHOW
PROTECT
Delete one or all images you captured.
* Refer to section in this manual titled is “Deleting
Images/Video Clips¨ for further details.
You can playback recorded images in order with a selected
interval time.
This function is useful for checking your images or for
presentations, etc.
Refer to section in this manual titled “Slideshow Display” for
further details.
* 3 SEC. / 5 SEC. / 10 SEC.
Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased
by mistake.
* Refer to section in this manual titled is “Protecting
Images/Video Clips¨ for further details.
button.
QUALITY
CHANGE
Change to set the desired quality (compression rate) at which
the image is captured.
[ ] FINE
[ ] NORMAL
] ECONOMY
[
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RESIZE
DPOF
COPY TO CARD
Changes the size of a recorded image.
2304 x 1728
2048 x 1536
1280 x 960
640 x 480
Allows you to select the desired pictures to be printed and set
the number of prints and date displayed in DPOF format. You
can print images easily just by inserting the memory card to a
DPOF-compatible printer or a print shop. Refer to section in
this manual titled “Setting the DPOF” for further details.
Allows you to copy your files from the digital camera’s internal
memory to a memory card. Of course, you can only do this if
you have a memory card installed and some files in internal
memory.
* YES / NO
Setup Menu
This feature allows you to set up the default settings by preference for using your camera.
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2. Press
3. Use
4. To exit from the setup menu, rotate the mode dial to other desired mode again.
BASIC Settings
or to select the [BASIC] / [CUSTOM] menu.
or to select the desired option item, then press the button.
Item Description
BEEPER
POWER OFF
DIGITAL ZOOM
This sets whether or not to mute the startup sound and the
camera sound each time you press the camera button.
* LOUDER / SOFT / OFF
If no operation is performed for a specific period of time, the
power to the camera is automatically turned off. This feature is
useful to reduce battery wear.
* 2 MIN. / 3 MIN. / 5 MIN. / OFF
This sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of
photography.
* ON / OFF
SET TO DEFAULT
Returns all basic settings to the digital camera’s default
settings. The time setting will not be reset.
* YES / NO
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Item Description
English
RESET NUMBER
DATE IMPRINT
FORMAT
QUICK VIEW
CUSTOM Settings
Set whether or not to reset the file number when you take
photographs. This creates a new folder. The captured images
are recorded to the newly created folder from number 0001. If
you want to reset the file number, be sure that no images are
recorded in the internal memory or the SD memory card.
* YES / NO
The date of recording can be printed directly on the still
images. This function must be activated before the image is
captured.
* ON / OFF
Erases all images and reformats the SD card loaded in your
camera. Protected images are also erased. SD card cannot be
formatted if it is write-protected.
Refer to section in this manual titled “Formatting an SD
Memory Card or Internal Memory” for further details.
* YES / NO
Set to display a photographed image on LCD monitor
immediately after you have taken the shot.
* ON / OFF
Item Description
DATE & TIME
This sets the date and the time.
Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and
Time” for further details.
* Y/M/D
* D/M/Y
* M/D/Y
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Item Description
English
TV
LANGUAGE
LCD BRIGHTNESS
USB
Sets video output system of the video equipment that you are
going to connect to the camera.
* PAL / NTSC
Sets the language that is displayed on the LCD monitor.
Refer to section in this manual titled “Choosing the Screen
Language” for further details.
This sets the brightness of the LCD monitor.
The adjustment range is from -5 to +5.
Select to choose one of the following modes for further
settings.
* PC / PRINT / PC CAM.
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English
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO OTHER
DEVICES
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CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS
Item Description
Image Sensor CCD
Effective pixels 4.0 Mega pixels
English
Image size
Image quality
Recording media
File format
Lens
Focus range
LCD monitor
Self-timer 10 sec delay, 2 sec delay, 10+2 sec delay
Still image: 2304 x 1728, 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480
Video clip: 320 x 240
Still image: Fine, Normal, Economy
Movie image: Economy
12MB internal memory
SD memory card (Optional, up to 512 MB)
Motion JPEG (AVI); Picture Bridge support;
PC-CAM support (QVGA around 20 f/s)
F-no.: Wide: 2.8 / Tele: 4.8
Focal length: 5.4mm-16.2mm (Equivalent to 35mm Camera:
32~96 mm)
Normal: 50 cm-infinity
Wide: 6 cm-infinity
Tele: 35 cm-infinity
1.8” LTPS color LCD
High-resolution 130K pixels display
Exposure
compensation
White balance Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Sunset, Tungsten, Fluorescent
-2.0EV~ +2.0EV (in 0.3EV increments)
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ISO Auto, 50, 100, 200
Interface DC-IN jack, USB connector, A/V terminal
English
Power
Dimension Approx. 91 x 61 x 27 mm
Weight Approx. 130g (without batteries and the SD memory card)
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
2 x AA Alkaline batteries
AC-DC Adapter (3V/2.5A) (Optional)
APPENDIX
Troubleshooting Guide
Symptom Possible causes Solutions / Corrective Actions
Power does not
turn on.
Camera suddenly
powers down.
The battery has run out.
The battery is not
oriented correctly.
The battery cover is not
closed properly.
The AC power adapter
(optional) is
disconnected.
The function of POWER
OFF in
mode has been activated.
The battery has run out.
(Setup)
Load new or fully charged battery.
Load the battery in the correct
direction.
Close the battery cover correctly.
Properly connect the AC power
adapter.
Set the option of POWER OFF to
OFF.
Turn the power back on or charge the
battery.
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Image is not
captured when
the shutter button
is pressed.
Flash does not
fire.
The camera is in
PLAY mode.
Memory is full.
NO FLASH is selected in
flash mode.
The camera is in
English
Rotate the mode dial to A,
, , or .
Transfer the desired files to your
computer and then delete
unnecessary files, or use a different
memory card.
Select a different flash mode.
Select [SINGLE] in the capture mode.
P , ,
Insert a new SD memory card.
Check all connections.
Install the USB driver on your
computer.
Turn on the camera.
Continuous
shooting is not
possible.
Cannot transfer
files over a USB
connection.
BURST/AEB/
(Video) mode.
The capacity of the
built-in memory or SD
memory card is full.
USB cable is not
connected securely.
USB driver is not
installed.
Camera is turned off.
Possible Number of Recordable Images
The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored on the
SD memory card. The number of recordable images may vary depending on the recorded
subject, the capacity of the memory card, there are files other than images or when the
recording is made while switching the picture quality or resolution.
SD Memory Card
Resolution
Quality
(Compression
Ratio)
FINE (1/4)
12MB
Internal
Memory
5 14 29 59 118 237
32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB
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2304 x 1728
NORMAL
(1/8)
ECONOMY
(1/16)
FINE (1/4)
English
11 29 59 118 237 474
22 49 98 197 395 790
6 20 40 80 160 320
2048 x1536
1280 x 960
640 x 480
* The data shows the standard testing results. The actual capacity varies according to the
shooting conditions and settings.
Approximate Duration of Recording Time
The table below indicates the approximate duration of recording time depending on the
capacity of the SD memory card.
NORMAL
(1/8)
ECONOMY
(1/16)
FINE (1/4)
NORMAL
(1/8)
ECONOMY
(1/16)
FINE (1/4)
NORMAL
(1/8)
ECONOMY
(1/16)
13 40 80 160 320 640
27 64 128 256 512 1024
17 52 104 208 416 832
33 108 216 432 864 1728
64 164 328 656 1312 2624
64 220 440 880 1760 3520
128 440 880 1760 3520 7040
257 660 1320
2640 5280 10560
SD Memory Card
Image size
320 x 240
* The data shows the standard testing results. The actual capacity varies according to the
shooting conditions and settings.
12MB Internal
32MB
Memory
56" 2'21" 4'54"
64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB
9'43" 20'22" 38'06"
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