Goodmans G-SHOT8041Z User Manual
G-SHOT 8041Z
8Mega Pixel
Multi-Functional
Digital Camera
(User Manual)
ENG language version
Goodmans Technical Help:
Web: www.Goodmans.co.uk Phone: 0870 8730080
Important please read before using your camera
Thank you for purchasing this Goodmans camera. To ensure trouble free operation
please take a few minutes to read this additional information sheet. The complete
instruction manual can read or printed off if necessary and this is located as a PDF file
on the supplied software disc.
Should you have any difficulties or are unsure of some operations of the camera
please contact our Helpline: Goodmans Helpline Phone Number 0870 873 0080.
This Helpline is open Monday – Friday between the hours of 8.30AM to 4.30PM
• Battery life. All digital cameras that contain a TFT display will demand high
current usage from the batteries. To save battery power always bare in mind the
following advice:
• Keep the display switched off until it’s required. Use the camera’s viewing lens.
• Only use the flash when necessary. Keep the flash switched off until required.
• If the camera has optical zoom then do not constantly change the zoom range.
• Always use branded high quality alkaline batteries (Duracell) whenever possible.
• Rechargeable batteries may be used but these must be high current Nickel Metal
Hydride batteries of 1800mAh capacity or more.
• It is strongly recommended that a spare set of batteries are carried at all times.
• Installing the software: Important: Do not connect the camera to your PC until
the software has been installed. Insert the supplied disc into your PC CD drive and
follow the on screen information. You may be asked to fill in the serial number
before the software can be installed. This serial number is printed on the disc.
• When all the software programmes have been installed, the PC must be restarted
before any of the programmes can be used.
• Downloading images to your PC: When you have taken some shots and want to
download / print the images. Connect the camera to the PC using the supplied
USB cable. Download the images to your PC using the instructions provided on
the Quick Start Guide or in the instruction manual supplied on disc.
• Memory cards: The camera has inbuilt 32 MB memory for image / sound
storage. If this becomes full and you are unable to download them to a PC then
additional memory cards are available from most PC and camera shops. The
memory capacity ranges to 512 MB. Memory card type number required is SD or
MMC Card. The camera will automatically store the next lot of images onto this
card. Don’t forget that the images are stored permanently on the card / camera
until you erase / delete them by the camera or PC.
• Familiarisation: As with all new purchases take time to familiarise yourself with
the camera’s basic operations. As you become more confident then explore the
more advanced features offered on this camera. Remember to handle a digital
camera in the exact same way as you would for a normal film camera: Carefully
frame your subject, Gently press the shutter to prevent blurred images, do not take
shots into the sun or this will result in a dark silhouette, use a lower resolution for
moving subjects.
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Safety Information
y Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions
described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.
y Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or other intense light sources which could damage
your eyesight.
y Do not try to open the case of the camera or attempt to modify this camera in any way.
High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed. Maintenance
and repairs should be carried out only by authorized service providers.
y Do not fire the flash too close to the eyes of animals or people, especially for young children. Eye
damage may result. In particular, remain at least one meter away from infants when using flash.
y Keep the camera away from water and other liquids. Do not use the camera with wet hands.
Never use the camera in the rain or snow. Moisture creates the danger of fire and electric shock.
y Keep the camera and its accessories out of the reach of children and animals to prevent
accidents or damage to the camera.
y If you notice smoke or a strange odor coming from the camera, turn the power off immediately.
Take the camera to the nearest authorized service center for repair. Never attempt to repair the
camera on your own.
y Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not expressly recommended
for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or
other hazards.
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE USING YOUR CAMREA.........................................................................................................1
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AFETY INFORMATION..............................................................................................................................................................2
GETTING STARTED................................................................................................................................................................6
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TANDARD ACCESSORIES.........................................................................................................................................................6
Attaching the Wrist Strap..................................................................................................................................................7
Using the Soft Case..........................................................................................................................................................7
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AMES OF PARTS......................................................................................................................................................................8
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NSERTING THE BATTERIES .....................................................................................................................................................10
Low Battery Indicator ....................................................................................................................................................10
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NSERTING A MEMORY CARD..................................................................................................................................................11
About Camera Memory..................................................................................................................................................11
DCF Protocol................................................................................................................................................................. 11
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ETTING THE DATE AND TIME ................................................................................................................................................12
BASIC OPERATIONS.............................................................................................................................................................13
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URNING THE POWER ON AND OFF ........................................................................................................................................13
Power Saving Function..................................................................................................................................................13
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WITCHING BETWEEN RECORD AND PLAYBACK.....................................................................................................................14
In Record mode ..............................................................................................................................................................14
In Playback mode...........................................................................................................................................................14
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SING THE MENUS .................................................................................................................................................................15
Recording Menu / Playback Menu.................................................................................................................................15
ADJ. Menu......................................................................................................................................................................16
Setup Menu.....................................................................................................................................................................17
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SING THE LCD MONITOR .....................................................................................................................................................18
LCD Screen Indicator.....................................................................................................................................................18
Switching the Screen Display.........................................................................................................................................19
RECORDING...........................................................................................................................................................................20
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ECORDING STILL IMAGES.....................................................................................................................................................20
Using the Zoom Function...............................................................................................................................................21
Using the Flash ..............................................................................................................................................................22
Using the Self-timer & Burst..........................................................................................................................................23
Using the Macro mode ...................................................................................................................................................24
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ECORDING MOVIE CLIPS......................................................................................................................................................25
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OICES RECORDING...............................................................................................................................................................25
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ETTING THE RECORDING FUNCTIONS ...................................................................................................................................26
Using the Scene Mode....................................................................................................................................................26
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Setting the Resolution and Quality.................................................................................................................................27
Setting the Movie Size.....................................................................................................................................................27
Setting the White Balance...............................................................................................................................................28
Setting the ISO................................................................................................................................................................28
Setting the Exposure.......................................................................................................................................................29
Setting the Metering.......................................................................................................................................................29
Setting the Sharpness......................................................................................................................................................29
Setting the Photo Effect..................................................................................................................................................29
Setting Date Stamp.........................................................................................................................................................30
PLAYBACK ..............................................................................................................................................................................30
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LAYING BACK IMAGES .........................................................................................................................................................30
Using the Thumbnail......................................................................................................................................................30
Magnifying Still Images..................................................................................................................................................31
Playing Back Movie Clips..............................................................................................................................................31
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LAYING BACK SOUNDS.........................................................................................................................................................31
Recording a Voice Memo................................................................................................................................................32
Playing Back a Voice Memo...........................................................................................................................................32
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ELETING FILES.....................................................................................................................................................................33
Deleting a Single File.....................................................................................................................................................33
Deleting All Files............................................................................................................................................................33
Protecting Files..............................................................................................................................................................34
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DITING IMAGES ....................................................................................................................................................................35
Rotating Still Images......................................................................................................................................................35
Changing the Image Size................................................................................................................................................35
Adding Stickers to a S till Image......................................................................................................................................36
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ETTING THE DPOF ...............................................................................................................................................................37
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LA YING A SLIDE SHOW .........................................................................................................................................................38
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OPYING THE FILES................................................................................................................................................................38
SETUP SETTINGS..................................................................................................................................................................39
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DJUSTING SOUNDS...............................................................................................................................................................39
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ETTING AUTO REVIEW..........................................................................................................................................................39
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ETTING THE POWER SAVE .....................................................................................................................................................39
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ETTING THE LANGUAGE .......................................................................................................................................................40
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ESETTING THE FILE NUMBERS .............................................................................................................................................40
About the Folder & File Name.......................................................................................................................................40
Folder Structure .............................................................................................................................................................40
File Naming....................................................................................................................................................................41
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ETTING THE TV OUT ............................................................................................................................................................41
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ETTING USB PORT ...............................................................................................................................................................41
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HOOSING A STARTUP IMAGE.................................................................................................................................................42
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ORMATTING THE MEMORY ...................................................................................................................................................43
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ESETTING TO DEFAULT SETTINGS.........................................................................................................................................43
MAKING CONNECTIO NS....................................................................................................................................................44
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ONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A TV......................................................................................................................................44
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ONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A PC.......................................................................................................................................44
Using the Card Reader...................................................................................................................................................44
Connecting the Camera to a Computer with a USB Cable............................................................................................45
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................................................................46
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YSTEM REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................................................................46
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NSTALLING THE SOFTWARE ...................................................................................................................................................47
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NSTALLING THE SOFTWARE DRIVER......................................................................................................................................48
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NSTALLING ULEAD PHOTO EXPLORER 8 SE BASIC................................................................................................................48
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NSTALLING VIDEOSTUDIO 7 SE VCD...................................................................................................................................48
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SING THE SOFTWARE............................................................................................................................................................49
APPENDIX...............................................................................................................................................................................50
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ROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................................................................................................................50
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PECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................................................................................51
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Getting Started
St andard Accessories
Camera USB Cable Video out Cable
Soft Case Strap 2 x AA Batteries
Software Installation
CD-ROM
Quick Start Guide
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Attaching the Wrist Strap
Attach the wrist strap to your camera as shown.
NOTE:
y Do not swing the camera when
carrying by the wrist strap.
Using the Soft Case
When not using the digital camera, keep it in the
soft case for protection.
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Names of Parts
Top
Front
Bottom
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Back
Side
5-function button
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Inserting the Batteries
The camera is powered by two AA-size alkaline batteries or rechargeable Ni-MH (min. 1800
mAh / 1.2V) batteries.
1. Slide the battery cover open.
2. Insert two AA-size alkaline batteries with the
positive (+) and negative (-) poles matching
the directions indicated inside the battery
room.
3. Slide the battery cover closed.
Low Battery Indicator
A low battery indicator appears on the LCD
screen when the batteries are nearly exhausted.
Batteries should be replaced promptly when the
low batteries indicator appears.
CAUTION:
y Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
NOTE:
y Do not use manganese batteries. Manganese batteries cannot supply sufficient power to
support camera operation.
y Replace all batteries at the same time. Never mix old and new batteries.
y Remove batteries from the camera if you do not plan on using it for more than two weeks.
y The camera body may feel warm after extended use. This is normal.
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Inserting a Memory Card
You can use SD Card or MMC Card with this digital camera. The memory card slot is located
beneath the battery cover, adjacent to the battery compartment.
1. Be sure that the camera is turned off.
2. Slide the battery cover and open it.
3. Insert the card with the label facing up and the
arrow pointing in.
4. Close the battery cover.
To remove the memory card, gently press on the
edge of the card and release it. Pull the card out
and close the battery cover.
About Camera Memory
The digital camera is equipped with internal memory. If the memory card is not inserted in the
camera, all images and movie clips recorded by the camera will be stored in the internal
memory. If the memory card is inserted, images and movie clips are stored on the memory
card.
DCF Protocol
The DCF protocol defines the format for image file data as well as the directory structure for the
memory card. Images that are taken by a DCF camera can be viewed on DCF-compatible
cameras from other manufacturers.
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Setting the Date and Time
When the camera is first turned on, the date and time setting will not be correct. So before
using, be sure to set date and time.
1. Press the MENU button, using or to select
SETUP ( ) and press the SET button.
2. Press or to select DATE & TIME ( ) then
press or the SET button to launch the Date & Time
screen.
3. Press or to change the value of the
highlighted field. Press or to highlight
another field.
4. After adjusting the settings, press the SET or the
MENU button to apply the setting.
NOTE:
y If you hold down or , you can change the value quickly.
y For printing images with Date & Time, see page 30.
y If the batteries are removed for about two days, the Date & Time setting will be lost. In this
case, make these settings again.
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Basic Operations
Turning the Power On and Off
1. Press the POWER button to turn on the
camera in the Record mode. Or you can
press the button to turn on the camera in
the Playback mode.
2. Press the POWER button again to turn the
power off.
Hint:
y You can turn on the camera without the
start-up and operating sound by pressing
and holding the POWER or the
button over 1.5 seconds.
Power Saving Function
If the camera is turned off by Power Save feature, press the POWER or the button to turn it
on again.
The Power Save feature does not work in the following situation:
y Connecting the camera to a computer or printer with the USB cable.
y Connecting the camera with the AC adapter (sold separate).
About the Power Save operation, see page 17, 39.
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Switching between Record and Playback
You can switch between the Record mode and the Playback mode in following ways:
In Record mode
y Press the MODE button to cycle through the still
image shooting, voice recording, and movie
recording.
y Press the button to switch to the Playback
mode.
NOTE:
y If you switch to Playback mode, the lens will
retract after approximately 10 seconds.
In Playback mode
y Press the MODE or the button switch to the
previous used Record mode.
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Using the Menus
Recording Menu / Playback Menu
When a menu screen is displayed, the arrow button and the SET button are used to make the
desired settings.
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
y The menu displays depends on whether you are in the Record mode or the Playback
mode.
2. Press
3. Press or to change the setting.
y In playback menu, press
4. Press the MENU or the SET button to save the settings and close the menu.
y In playback menu, press the MENU button to close the menu.
Record Menu (Still Image)
Resolution
Quality
Metering
Sharpness
Effect Off / B&W / Sepia / Neg. Art 29
Date Stamp Off / Date / Date & Time 30
or to select a menu item.
or to select an option, and then press the SET button to
display a confirmation screen or apply the setting.
Menu Item Available Setting Refer page
/ / / / /
/ /
/ /
/ /
27
27
29
29
Digital Zoom Off / On 21
Record Menu (Movie)
Menu Item Available Setting Refer page
Movie Size
Metering
/ /
/ /
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