Genius G-Shot P513 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:

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.

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READ THIS FIRST

Notice:

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 described in this manual. This is du e to th e fact that different retail ers 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, memory cards, cables, 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's manual.

5. For driver updates and revisions to this manual, please refer to our website

www.geniusnet.com

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.

WARNING

 If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn

the power OFF and remove the batteries.

Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock.

Consult the store of purchase.

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 If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged,

turn the power OFF and remove the battery.

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 retailer where you purchased it.

 Use the specified batteries.

Use with any other type of batteries might cause explosion or

influence the camera’s performance.

 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 a traffic accident.

CAUTION

 If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn

the power OFF and remove the batteries.

Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock.

Consult the store of purchase.

 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

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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.

 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:

 Use only the specified battery.  Avoid using the battery in extremely cold environments as low

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

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temperatures can shorten the batteries life and reduce camera performance. This low temperature will also influence alkaline batteries performance, therefore Ni- MH rechargeable batteries are highly recommended.

 When you are using the new rechargeable batteries or a rechargeable

battery that has not been used for an extended period of time (the batteries that passed the expiry date are exception) might affect the number of images that can be captured. 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 after long period of continuous use of the

camera or the flash. This is normal and not a malfunction.

 The camera may feel warm after long period of continuous use. This is

normal and not a malfunction.

 If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, remove it from the

camera to prevent leakage or corrosion.

 If the batteries are not to be used for a long period of time, store it after no

battery power left. If the battery is stored for a long time in a fully charged state, its performance may be impaired.

 Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.  Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.  Never use batteries of different types (together) or mix old and new

batteries.

 Never use manganese batteries.

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION 8-9

Overview Package contents

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

CAMERA

Front View Rear View LED Indicator & Beep LCD Monitor Icons

GETTING STARTED 16-22

Attaching the Camera Strap Loading the Batteries

Inserting and Removing the SD Memory Card (optional accessory) Turning the Power On/Off Choosing the Language Formatting the SD Memory Card or Internal Memory Setting Image Resolution and Quality

CAPTURE MODE 22-27

Normal Mode Macro Mode Digital Zoom

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Flash Shooting Mode

VIDEO MODE 27-28

Recording video clips

PLAYBACK MODE 28-32

Playing Back Still Images Playing Back Video Clips Slideshow Display Protecting Images Thumbnail Display Rotating the Image

DELETING IMAGES 32-33

Deleting single image / deleting all images

MENU OPTIONS 33-38

Capture Menu Video Menu Playback Menu Setup Menu

TRANSFERRING RECORDED

IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR

COMPUTER

Step 1: Installing the USB driver Step 2: Connecting the camera to your computer Step 3: Downloading images and video files

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USING THE DIGITAL STILL

CAMERA AS

A PC CAMERA

Step 1: Installing the PC Camera Driver Step 2: Connecting the digital still camera to your computer Step 3: Running your application software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting)

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EDITING SOFTWARE

INSTALLATION

Installing Photo Explorer Installing Photo Express

CAMERA

SPECIFICATIONS

CAMERA

TROUBLESHOOTING

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INTRODUCTION

Overview

Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera. The main features provided by the camera include the following:

LCD monitor – 1. 5" color TFT LCD (228 x 220 pixels) monitor

makes it easy to frame your subject when capturing images. It also displays the images you have captured.

Recording media – 16 MB internal memory available for image

storage. External memory supports SD memory card up to 1 GB capacity.

Digital zoom – 4X digital zoom permits zoom photography.

Flexible flash settings – Focus mode – Images can be captured with the distance to the

Shooting mode – Capture different still images including single, self

Video mode – Record video clips without voice. Thumbnail display – Displays a set of 6 images on the LCD monitor for

Change the flash setting according to your lighting environment and photography mode setting.

subject set by normal and macro.

timer, continuous 1.3MP and continuous VGA.

easier and quicker selection of images.

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Package contents

Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items:

Digital camera Software CD-ROM

USB cable Camera strap

Quick guide Camera pouch

2 x AAA alkaline batteries

NOTE

 Accessories and components vary by retailer.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA

Front View

# Name Description

1. Strap eyelet Camera strap attachment.

2. Lens cover Protects the lens

3. Lens Designed to collect and focus rays of light to form a sharp image on the s e nsor.

4. Self-timer LED Blinks during Self-timer mode until image is captured.

5. Flash Provides flash illumination.

6. POWER Power button Turns the camera power on and off.

7. Shutter button Captures an image or records a video clip when the button is pressed.

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Rear View

# Name Description

1. Focus switch

Normal mode

Macro mode

2. Status LED Displays the camera current state.

3. Arrow button (up)

Playback button

Arrow button (right)

MODE button

Allows you to choose the appropriate focus setting. Allows you to capture images of subjects at a distance of 1.5m to infinity. Allows you to capture close-ups of subjects up to the distances from 0.4 - 0.6m.

Scrolls upward. Enters or exits playback mode.

Scrolls right. Sets the camera mode.

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# Name Description

5. SET button

Flash button

6. Arrow button (down)

MENU button

7. Arrow button (left)

8. LCD monitor Provides menu information to operate the

9. USB connector Connects a USB cable to the camera.

# Name Description

10. Battery cover Allows loading the batteries.

11. Memory card cover Accesses to the memory card.

12. Tripod socket Allows tripod mounting.

Zoom button

Confirms the chosen settings. Allows you to choose the appropriate flash setting.

Scrolls downward. Toggles OSD menu on and off.

Scrolls left. Zooms in/out the image.

camera and previews the image before capturing it and revie w it afterwards.

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LED Indicator & Beep

This describes the color and state of the LED indicator.

LED Color State Description Self-timer Red Blinking Self-timer function is activated. Status

Green

- Off Flash is off.

Blinking Flash charging in progress.

Camera is powered on. Charging process is completed.

Beep

Beep Description

1 sound

4 sounds Self-timer mode for the last 3 seconds. No sound Beeper is set to off.

The camera is powered on. Camera operation. Self-timer mode for the first 7 seconds. After an image / video clip is captured. Cannot operate or undefined button function. 2 sounds Low battery power

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LCD Monitor Icons

Capture mode

1. Capture mode

2. Focus mode [No icon] Normal mode

] Macro mode

[

3. Shooting mode [No icon] Single

] Macro mode

[

] Cont. 1.3MP

[ [

] Cont. VGA

4. White balance [A] Auto

] Daylight

[

] Cloudy

[

] Tungsten

[

] Fluorescent

[

5. Size

] VGA

[

] 1.3MP

[

] 3MP

[

] 4MP

[

] 5MP

[

6. Quality

] Normal

[

] Fine

[

] Super fine

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7. Possible number of shots (at the current size and quality settings)

8. Digital zoom indicator

9. Flash mode [

] Flash off

[ ] Auto flash

] Flash off

[

10. Remaining battery status

] Full battery power

[

] Medium battery power

[

] No battery power

[

(Blinking)

11. Storage media [No icon] Internal memory

] SD memory card

[

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Video mode

1. Video mode

2. Storage media

3. Remaining battery status

4. Possible recording time

5. Size

6. Focus mode (at preview mode only)

Playback mode-Still image playback

1. Capture mode

2. Protect icon

3. File number / total files

Playback mode-Video playback

1. Total recorded time

2. Video mode

3. Protect icon

4. File number / total files

5. Video playback / stop indicator

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GETTING STARTED

Attaching the Hand Strap

To prevent accidental slippage during use, always use the strap.  Attach the camera strap as follows:

1. Thread the small loop of the hand strap through the hand strap eyelet on the camera.

2. Pull the l arge loop throu gh th e sm all loo p unti l the str ap is firmly secured

Installing Batteries

You can use 2 AAA size batteries (Alkaline, Ni-MH) to power the camera.

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.

NOTE

 Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can

shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance. This low temperature will also influence alkaline battery performance, therefore Ni-MH rechargeable battery is highly recommended.

 If you will not be using the batteries for an extended period of time, remove them

from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion.

 Never use batteries of different types (together) or mix old and new batteries.  Never use manganese batteries.

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Inserting an SD memory card (optional

accessory)

The camera comes with 16MB (14MB available for image storage) of internal memory, allowing you to store images and video clips in the camera. However, you can expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD (Secure Digital) 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 rear side of the camera.

 If the card cannot be inserted, check the orientation.

4. Close the battery/SD card cover.

NOTE

 Be sure to format the memory card with this camera before its initial usage. Refer to

section in this manual titled “Formatting Media” for further details.

To remove a memory card:

Make sure the camera is turned off. Open the battery/memory card cover. Press lightly on the edge of the memory card and it will eject.

NOTE

 To 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”.

 To save, edit, or erase data on an SD memory

card, you must unlock the card.

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Turning the Power On/Off

Load the batteries before starting.

Turning the power on

1. Slide the lens cover to open.

2. Press the POWER button to turn the power on.  The status LED lights green and the

camera is initiated.

 When the power is turned on, the camera will start in the capture mode.

Turning the power off

Press the POWER button to turn the power off.

NOTE

 The power is turned off automatically when the camera has not been operated for a

fixed period of time. To resume the operation condition, turn the power on again. Refer to section in this manual titled “Power Off” in the Setup Menu for further details.

Choosing the Language

Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor.

1. Toggle the MODE button to and press the SET button.

2. Select [Language] and toggle the SET button to select the displayed language.

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3. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.

Formatting the SD Memory Card or Internal Memory

This utility formats the SD memory card (or internal memory) and erases all stored images and data.

1. Toggle the MODE button to and press the SET button.

2. Select [Format] with the buttons and press the SET button.

3. Select with the and press the SET button.

 To cancel

and press the SET button.

4. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.

formatting, select

NOTE

 To format the internal memory, do not insert an SD memory card into the camera.

Otherwise, you will format the SD memory card.

 Formatting the SD memory card also erases the protected images. All data other

than images are also erased. Before formattin g the card, make sure that all the images are unnecessary.

 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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Setting Image Resolution and Quality

Resolution and quality settings determine the pixel size (dimension), image file size, and compression ratio for your image. These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in internal memory, or on an SD memory card. As you get to know the camera, it is recommended that you try each quality and resolution setting to get an appreciation for the effects that these settings will have on your images.

Higher resolution and higher quality images offer the best photographic results but produce large files sizes. Therefore, few images will take up a lot of memory space.

High resolution and quality settings are recommended for printed output and situations requiring the finest detail. Lower resolution/quality images take up less memory space and may be quite suitable for sharing images via e-mail, in a report, or on a web page.

To change image resolution or image quality, perform the steps below:

1. Toggle the MODE button to

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select [Quality]/[Size] with the

4. Toggle the SET button to select the desired setting.

, and press the SET button.

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5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.

NOTE

 In video mode, only size setting is available.

Possible number of shots (still image)

The table below shows the approximate number of shots that you can take at

ach setting based on internal memory and SD memory card. e

SD Memory Card

Fine

Internal

Memory

32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB

31 58 118 240 482 967 1936 24 46 95 192 385 773 1549 18 35 71 144 291 584 1169 33 62 126 256 514 1031 2066 26 49 100 202 406 814 1631 20 38 79 160 321 644 1291 39 74 152 307 617 1238 2479 31 58 118 240 482 967 1936 24 46 95 192 385 773 1549 52 98 200 404 812 1629 3262 45 84 172 349 701 1407 2817 35 66 135 274 551 1105 2213

110 207 422 853 1714 3439 6886

90 169 345 689 1402 2814 5634 76 143 292 590 1187 2381 4767

Resolution Quality

2560x1920

5MP

2304x1728

4MP

2048x1536

3MP

1280x960

1.3MP

640x480

VGA

Normal

Super fine

Normal

Super fine

Normal

Super fine

Normal

Super fine

Normal

Super fine

* The above data shows the standard testing r esults. The actual capacity varies

according to the shooting conditions and settings.

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Possible recording time / sec (video clip)

Internal

Size

Memory

VGA 1:00 1:53 3:52 7:49 15:42 31:30 1:03:05

QVGA 1:14 2:19 4:45 9:37 19:19 38:45 1:17:35 * The data shows the standard testing results. The actual capacity varies

according to the shooting conditions and settin gs.

* Frame rate of video recording would be different depending on the SD memory

card access speed. If using a low access speed SD memory card, it influences the frame rate and recording time.

32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB

SD memory card

CAPTURE MODE

Normal Mode

Your camera is equipped with a 1.5" TFT LCD monitor to help you co mpose images, playback recorded images/movie clips or adjust menu settings. Before you start capturing imag es, be sure that the lens cover is opened and the focus switch is set to the appropriate photography mode.

1. Set the focus switch to

2. Slide the lens cover to open.

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3. Press the POWER button.

4. Toggle the MODE button to and press the SET button.

5. Compose your image in the LCD monitor. Place the subject of your photo at the center and press the shutter button.

NOTE

 The LCD monitor darkens in strong or bright light. This is not a malfunction.

Macro Mode

For close-up of small subjects lik e flow ers or inse cts, shoot usi ng the M acro mode. You can use this feature for close-ups of subjects up to the distances from 0.4 –

0.6m.

1. Set the focus switch to

2. Slide the lens cover to open.

3. Press the POWER button.

4. Toggle the MODE button to

5. Compose the image and press the shutter button.

and press the SET button.

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NOTE

 The flash mode is automatically set to off for close-up photography.

forget to set the focus switch back to Normal mode (the focus switch is

 Don’t

set to

) after cl ose-ups shooting.

Digital Zoom

Using digital zoom, images appear closer. Digital processing lets you zoom in the image without deterioration.

1. Toggle the MODE button to press the SET button.

2. Compose your picture while viewing the LCD monitor.

3. Toggle the 4x.

4. Press the shutter button to capture a “zoomed” image.

NOTE

 The digital zoom function is not automatically cancelled after the image is captured.  The digital zoom is only activated in single and self-timer shooting modes.  4MP and 5MP are made by F/W interpolation so the digital zoom is not available.

, and

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Flash

Set the flash for capturing images. The flash firing mode can be set to suit for the photographic conditions. When the camera is in Normal mode (the focus

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switch is set to image using a flash mode suitable to

your circumstances.

1. Toggle the MODE button to

2. Toggle the

3. Compose the image and press the shutter button.

The available flash settings in normal mode:

Flash mode

Flash off

Auto flash

.), you can capture an

, and press the SET button.

button until the desired flash mode appears.

Description

The flash will not fire. Select this mode when taking images in a place where flash photography is prohibited, or when the distance to the subject is beyond the effective range of the flash. The flash fires automatically according to the ambient lighting conditions. Select this mode for general flash photography.

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Flash mode

Red-eye reduction

Description

Use this mode to reduce the red-eye effect when you want to capture natural-looking photographs of people and animals in low-light conditions. When capturing photographs of people, the red-eye effect can be reduced by increasing the room lighting if possible and having your subject not look directly into the camera. The camera’s pre-flash and sli gh t delay in this mode will also help to improve your images.

NOTE

 Flash off is the default setting.  The flash mode is automatically set to off for close-up photography.  If you will not be using the flash, turn it off. Turning the flash OFF will result in faster

camera startup and faster operation because the capacitor will not be charged needlessly. Turning the flash OFF when not needed, will also improve battery life.

Shooting Mode

This sets the recording method at the time of capturing images. You can capture different still images including single, self-timer, co nti n uous 1.3MP and continuous VGA.

1. Toggle the MODE button to a. Press the MENU button.

and press the SET button.

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b. Select [Shooting] with the / buttons. c. Toggle the SET button to select the desired option item. d. Press the MENU button to exit from the menu screen.

2. Compose the image and press the shutter button.

This table below will help you choose the appropriate shooting mode:

Shooting mode Description

(No icon) Single Captures an image at a time.

Self-timer

Cont. 1.3MP

Cont. VGA

The image is captured about 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. The self-timer LED blinks slowly for 7 seconds and then blinks rapidly for the last 3 seconds. This allows you to get into the scene when taking group images. Permits continuous photography of 3 images max with the image size of 1.3MP.

Permits continuous photography of 3 images max with the image size of VGA.

VIDEO MODE

Recording Video Clips

This mode allows you to record vide o clips (w ithout a udio) at a resol ution of V GA / QVGA pixels.

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1. Slide the lens cover to open.

2. Press the POWER button.

3. Toggle the MODE button to press the SET button.

4. To start recording a video clip, press the shutter button.  The recording time depends on the

storage size and the subject of the image to be recorded.

5. Pressin g t he sh utt er button again stops recording.

and

NOTE

 Flash cannot be used.

PLAYBACK MODE

Playing Back Still Images

You can play back still images on the LCD monitor.

1. Slide the lens cover to open.

2. Press the POWER button.

3. Press the  The last image appears on the

screen.

4. Select the desired image with the buttons.  To view the previous image, press

button.

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 To view the next image, press button.

NOTE

 Images are played back from the following storage media:

* When no memory card is loaded, it plays back from internal memory. * When an SD memory card is loaded, it plays back from SD memory card.

 If there are no images stored in memory, icon will appear on the LCD monitor.

Playing Back Video Clips

You can play back video clips on the LCD monitor.

1. Press the  The last image appears on the

screen.

2. Select the desired video clip with

the  To view the previous video clip,

press

 To view the next video clip,

press

3. Press the SET button.

 Playback begins.  The elapsed time is displayed on the LCD monitor.  Press the SET button again to stop the playback.

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/ buttons.

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NOTE

 To play the video clip back on your computer, you may use either Windows Media

Player or Apple “QuickTime Player”.

 QuickTime basic player is available free of charge, compatible with both Mac and

Windows- computers and can be download from the Apple web site at www.apple.com. For help using QuickTime Player usage, please refer to the QuickTime on-line help for more information.

Slide Show Display

The slideshow function enables you to playback your images back automatically in order one image at a time.

1. Press the

2. Press the MENU button.

button.

3. Select [Slide Show] with the buttons and press the SET button.

 The slideshow starts.  All still images in the folder are

automatically played back.

4. To stop the slideshow during playback, press the SET button.

NOTE

 Video clips are displayed the first frame image, and they are not played back.

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Protecting Images

Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.

1. Press the

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select [Protect] with the and press the SET button.

4. Select  Protection is applied to the image and

the camera returns to the playback mode.

 The protect icon

button.

/ buttons

and press the SET button

is displayed with protected images.

Thumbnail Display

This function allows you to view as many as 6 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may search for a particular image.

1. Press the

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select [Thumbnail] with the buttons and press the SET button.

4. Press the image to be displayed at regular size.

button.

/ buttons to select the

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5. Press the SET button.

 The selected image is displayed at its regular size.

Rotating the Images

You can rotate still images during image playback.

1. Press the

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select [Rotation] with the buttons and press the SET button.  The image is in a 90 degree rotated

and displayed counterclockwise.

4. Repeating the steps 2 –3 will return the image to the normal display.

button.

DELETING IMAGES

Deleting single images/Deleting all images

1. Press the button.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select the [Delete] or [Delete All] with

/ buttons and press the SET

the button.  Delete: Deletes the selected/last

image/video clip except for the

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protected file.

 Delete All: Deletes all of the

images/video clips except for the protected files.

4. Select and press the SET button.

 To not delete, select



with the / buttons

and press

the SET button.

is displayed when no images

are stored in the memory card (or internal memory).

NOTE

 To dele te images or videos stored in internal memory, do not insert a memory

card into the camera. Otherwise, you will delete the images or video clips stored on the memory card.

MENU OPTIONS

Capture Menu

This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images.

1. Toggle the MODE button to press the SET button.

2. Press the MENU button.

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3. Select the desired option item with the / buttons.

4. Toggle the SET button to select the desired setting.

5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.

Quality



This sets the quality (compression rate) at which the image is captured.

] Normal

* [

] Fine

* [

] Super fine

* [

Size



This sets the size of the image that will be captured.

] VGA

* [

] 1.3MP

* [

] 3MP

* [

] 4MP

* [

] 5MP

* [

WB (White Balance)



This sets the white balance capturing under a variety of lighting conditions and permits images to be captured that approach the condi tion s tha t are seen by the human eye. * [A] Auto

] Daylight

* [

] Cloudy

* [

] Tungsten

* [

] Fluorescent

* [

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 Shooting

Refer to section in this manual titled “Shooting Mode” for further details.

Video Menu

This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips.

1. Toggle the MODE button to

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Toggle the SET button to select the desired setting.

4. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.

Size



This sets the size of the video clip that will be recorded.

] VGA

*[ * [

] QVGA

and press the SET button.

Playback Menu

In the mode, set which settings are to be used for playback.

1. Press the

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select the desired option item with the

/ buttons.

4. Press the SET button to enter its submenu or execute its function.

5. Select the desired setting with the buttons and press the SET button.

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6. To exit from playback mode, press the button.

Delete



Refer to the section in the “Deleting Images” for further details.

Delete All



Refer to the section in the “Deleting Images” for further details.

Slideshow



Refer to the section in the “Slideshow Display” for further details.

Protect



Refer to the section in the “Protecting Images” for further details.

Thumbnail



Refer to section in this manual titled “Thumbnail Display” for further details.

Rotation



Refer to the section in the “Rotating Images” for further details.

Setup Menu

Set your camera’s operating environment.

1. Toggle the MODE button to press the SET button.

2. Select the desired option item with the

/ buttons.

3. Toggle the SET button to select the desired setting.

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4. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.

Language



Refer to section in this manual titled “Choosing the Language” for further details.

Frequency



This camera supports different lighting frequencies: 50 Hz and 60 Hz. When photographing under fluorescent lighting, select the correct frequency setting depending in your local area’s voltage. This function is only effective if you set the White Balance to Fluorescent setting. * 50Hz / 60Hz

Power 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. * 1 Min. / 3 Min. / Off

Beeper



This sets whether or not to mute the camera sound each time you pre ss the camera button. * On / Off

Format



Refer to section in this manual titled “Formatting the SD Memory Card or Internal Memory” for further details.

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 Reset

This returns all basic settings to the camera’s defau lt settings.

TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES TO YOUR COMPUTER

To transfer images/video clips from the camera to your computer, follow these steps:

Step 1: Installing the USB driver (Windows 98 and Mac OS 9.0 users only) Step 2: Connecting the camera to your computer Step 3: Downloading image and video files

System Requirements (Windows)

Pentium 200 MHz or higher Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000/XP 64MB RAM 128MB hard disk space CD-ROM drive Available USB port

System Requirements (Macintosh)

PowerPC G3/G4 OS 9.0 or later 64MB RAM 128MB hard disk space CD-ROM drive

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Available USB port

Step 1: Installing the USB driver

Windows 98 computers

The USB driver on the CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows 98 computers. Installing the USB driver on computers running Windows 2000/ME/XP is not necessary.

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the camera into your CD-ROM drive. The welcome screen appears.

2. Click "USB/PC CAM DRIVER". Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. After the USB driver has been installed, restart your computer.

Macintosh OS 9.0 computers

For Mac OS 9.0 or higher, the computer will automatically recognize the camera and load its own USB drivers.

NOTE

 The USB driver that bundled inside the CD-ROM is designed in a form 2 in 1 (U SB &

PC camera driver).

Windows 98, the Windows OS will install both USB & PC camera drivers.

a) On b) On Windows 2000/ME/XP, it will only install PC camera driver.

Step 2: Connecting the camera to your computer

1. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.

2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the camera.

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3. Select with the / button and press the SET button.

4. From the Windows desktop, double click on “My Computer”.

5. Look for a new “removable disk” icon. This “removable disk” is actually the memory (or memory card) in your camera. Typically, the camera will be assign ed drive letter “e” or higher.

6. Double click on the removable disk and locate the DCIM folder.

7. Double click on the DCIM folder to open it to find more folders.  Your recorded images and video clips

will be inside these folders.

 Copy & Paste or Drag-N-Drop image

and video files to a folder on your computer.

Mac users: Double-click the "untitled" disk drive icon on our desktop. iPhoto may automatically launch. The volume label may vary depending upon whether you use internal camera memory, or a memory card.

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 copy ing them f rom th e “rem ov able disk” (“ untitl ed” disk on a Macintosh) to your computer hard drive or to another kind of disk.

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Windows-

Open the "removable disk" and subsequen t fold ers by double clicking on them. Your images are inside these folder (s) . Sele ct the im a ges th at y ou w ant, and then choose "Copy" from the "Edit" menu. Open the destination location (folder) and choose "Paste" from the "Edit" menu. You may also drag and drop image files from the camera to a desired location.

Macintosh-

Open the “untitled” disk window and the hard disk or the destination location. Drag and drop from the camera disk to the desired destination.

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.

USING THE 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 camera as a PC camera, follow these steps: Step 1: Installing the PC camera driver (same as USB driver) Step 2: Connecting the camera to your computer Step 3: Running your application software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting)

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NOTE

 Video conferencing (or video editing) software is not included with the camera.  This mode is not supported for Mac.

General System Requirements for Videoconferencing

To use the camera for videoconferencing, your computer system must include:

Microphone Sound card Speakers or headphones Network or Internet connection

Step1: Installing the PC Camera Driver

The PC-camera driver included on the CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows. The PC camera function is not supported for Mac platforms.

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the camera into your CD-ROM drive. The welcome screen appears.

2. Click "USB/PC CAM DRIVER". Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

3. After the driver installation is completed, restart your computer.

NOTE

 The USB driver that bundled inside the CD-ROM is designed in a form 2 in 1 (USB &

PC camera driver). a) On Windows 98, the Windows OS will install both USB & PC camera drivers. b) On Windows 2000/ME/XP, it will only install PC camera driver.

Step2: Connecting the Camera to Your Computer

1. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.

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2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the camera.

3. Select using the / button and press the SET button.

4. Position the camera steadily on top of your computer monitor or use a tripod.

Step3: Running 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

 For more information about the operation of videoconference application software,

refer to its respective help documentation.

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

Installing Photo Explorer

Ulead

Photo Explorer provides a simple and efficient way to transfer, browse,

modify and distribute digital media. Acquire photos, video or sound clips from

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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 Prese ntations. It is an i ndispensable a ll-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

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Photo Explorer”.

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

Photo Express is complete p hot o project software for di gital images. The

step-by-step workflow, visual program interface, and in-program help assist users in creating exciting photo projects. Acquire digital photos effortlessly from digital cameras or scann ers. Organ ize them co nvenient ly w ith the V i sual Brow se 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.

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Embellish projects by ad ding 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

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

NOTE

 For more 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 sur e to inst all and use the P hoto Ex press w hile

logged in as a user with an Administrator account.

 Photo Express is not supported on the Mac.

Photo Express”.

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CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS

Item Description

Sensor Approx. 3.2 Mega pixels Image resolution <Still image>

2560 x 1920 pixels (FW interpolation to 5 Mega pixels) 2304 x 1728 pixels (FW interpolation to 4 Mega pixels) 2048 x 1536 pixels 1280 x 960 pixels 640 x 480 pixels <Video clip> VGA pixels

QVGA pixels LCD 1.5" color TFT LCD (228 x 220 pixels) Memory type 16MB internal memory (16MB available for image

storage)

Support SD memory card (up to 1GB capacity) Files formats JPEG, AVI (MPEG-1) for video clip

Lens Focal length: f = 8.5mm

F-number: 2.8 Focus range Normal: 1.5m ~ infinity

Macro: 0.4m ~ 0.6m Video frame rate VGA : 10fps

QVGA : 15fps Digital Zoom 4X digital zoom

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Item Description

Terminal USB connector Power supply 2 AAA Alkaline (1.5V) or Ni-MH (1.2V) batteries Dimensions

(W x H x D) Weight Approx. 82g (without batteries and memory card)

*Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

89.5 x 56 x 24 mm (exclusive of protruding features)

TROUBLESHOOTING

Refer to the symptoms and measures listed below before sending the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center.

Power Supply

Symptom Cause Measure

The power does not come on.

The power cuts out during use.

The batteries are not loaded. The batteries are exhausted.

The camera was left unattended and unused, so the auto powers off cuts it off.

Load the batteries correctly.

Replace with a new set of batteries.

Turn the power back on.

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Symptom Cause Measure

The batteries run out quickly.

The batteries or camera feels warm.

The batteries are exhausted.

It is being used in extreme low temperature. Many shots are being captured in dark places inside, requiring flash.

Long period of continuous use of the camera or the flash.

Replace with a new set of batteries.

Shooting

Symptom Cause Measure

Even if I press the shutter button, the camera does not shoot.

The batteries are running low.

The power is not on. Turn the power on. The camera is not in shooting mode. The internal memory or memory card does not have any free capacity.

Replace with a new set of batteries.

Toggle the MODE button to shooting mode.

Insert a new memory card, or delete unwanted files.

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Symptom Cause Measure

Insert a new memory card.

Wait until the status LED lights green.

Format the memory card in this camera before its first use or when it was used other than this camera.

Turn the power on again.

Remove the write-protection.

Switch to another mode other than one of those.

Set the flash to something other than flash off mode.

Images do not appear on the LCD monitor.

The flash does not fire. The flash cannot recharge.

The image is too dark.

End of memory card life.

The flash is recharging.

The memory card is unrecognized by the camera.

The auto power off function is activated.

The memory card is write-protected.

The power is not on. Turn the power on.

The lens cover is not open. Open the lens cover.

The flash is set to off.

The image was captured in a dark place while set to no flash.

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Playback

Symptom Cause Measure

Cannot playback.

The contents of memory card cannot be replayed.

Files cannot be deleted.

Cannot format a memory card.

It is not set to playback mode.

You played back a memory card that was not formatted by this device.

The file is protected Cancel protection. You played back a

memory card that was not formatted by this device.

The memory card is write-protected.

End of memory card life. Load a new memory card.

Toggle the playback mode.

Insert a memory card that was formatted and stored on by this device.

Loaded a card that was formatted and stored on by this device.

Remove the write-protection.

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