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Hewlett-Packard PC-460t User Manual

PC460t
Digital Camera
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Preface ...................................................................................... 1
Battery Information .............................................................................................................. 2
Specications ............................................................................. 3
Package Contents ....................................................................... 4
Getting Started .......................................................................... 5
Attach the Camera Strap ...................................................................................................... 5
Inserting the Battery ............................................................................................................ 5
Camera Buttons ..................................................................................................................10
Onscreen Touch Buttons .....................................................................................................10
Initial Settings ....................................................................................................................11
Modes ................................................................................................................................12
Using the Touch Screen ............................................................ 13
Changing the LCD Monitor Display ......................................................................................19
Recording Photos, Videos and Voices 20
Taking Photos .....................................................................................................................20
Using the Stabilizer Feature .................................................................................................23
Setting the Zoom Control .....................................................................................................24
Setting the Drive Mode ........................................................................................................27
Setting Quality ....................................................................................................................41
Setting White Balance .........................................................................................................42
Setting Metering .................................................................................................................43
Setting AEB ........................................................................................................................44
Setting AF Lamp .................................................................................................................44
Setting Contrast ..................................................................................................................46
Setting Drive Mode .............................................................................................................46
Setting Focus Mode .............................................................................................................46
Setting the Digital Zoom ......................................................................................................48
Playback .................................................................................. 50
File Navigation ....................................................................................................................50
Viewing in Single Navigation Mode .......................................................................................50
Viewing in Calendar Mode ...................................................................................................52
Zooming images .................................................................................................................53
Playing Videos ....................................................................................................................53
Playing Voice Memo ............................................................................................................54
Playback Menu ...................................................................................................................55
Quick Retouch ....................................................................................................................57
Perspective Control .............................................................................................................58
Using the Setup Menu .............................................................. 67
Setting Power Save .............................................................................................................68
Setting LCD Save ................................................................................................................68
Setting TV Out ....................................................................................................................69
Setting Memory Kit .............................................................................................................69
Reset All .............................................................................................................................70
Making Connections ................................................................. 71
Connecting the Camera to a TV ...........................................................................................71
Connecting the Camera to a Printer .....................................................................................72
Appendix ................................................................................. 74
About Folder and File Names ...............................................................................................74
Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 75
Getting Help ............................................................................ 76
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Preface

About this Manual

This manual is designed to assist you in using your new digital camera. All information presented is as accurate as possible but is subject to change without notice.
For the latest reversion, please visit www.hp.com/support.
Copyright
This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer. © Copyright 2010.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy 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 distance between the equipment and the receiver.•
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.•
Warning: A shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to radio and television reception. Use only shielded cable to connect I/O devices to this equipment. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void your warranty and service agreement.
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.•
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.•
Trademark Recognition
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/Windows 7 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. In addition, all other companies or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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Safety and Handling Precautions Camera Information

Do not take apart or attempt to service the camera yourself.•
Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures.•
Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm temperatures.•
Do not touch the camera lens.•
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods.•
Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the product. Wipe the product • with a clean slightly damp soft cloth.

Battery Information

Only use the provided battery or type of battery and charger that came with your camera. Using other types of • battery or charger may damage the equipment and invalidate the warranty.
Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery.•
When the camera is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for the camera body to feel warm.•
Do not remove the battery while downloading pictures, videos, or audio content. This could result in a complete • loss of these items.
It is recommended to remove the battery if the camera will not be used for a long period of time.•
When inserting the battery in this camera, ensure that they are oriented correctly. Please see • Inserting the Battery section of this manual for additional details. Inserting the battery incorrectly may cause damage to the camera and battery.
An single depleted or low battery power level may cause the lens to not extend or retract properly.•
Dispose of used battery according to their instructions.•

Important Notes and Information

Throughout this manual, look for the symbols below that highlight useful and important information.
This symbol will be used to indicate useful information when using the camera.
This symbol will be used to indicate important message that should be read before using the function.
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Specications
LCD Display 3.0” touch screen
Sensor Type 1/2.3” CCD
Effective Pixels 14.2MP (4352x3264)
Zoom 4X optical zoom, 5X digital zoom
Lens Focal Length: 5.05 (W) ~ 20.2 (T) mm
Aperture F2.8 ~ F6.3
Still Image Format JPEG/EXIF 2.2
Photo Resolution 14 M (4320 x 3240), 3:2 (4320 x 2880), 8M (3264 x 2448), 5M (2592 x 1944),
3M (2048 x 1536), 16:9 (1920 x 1080), VGA (640 x 480)
ISO Sensitivity Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 (3M, 16:9 <2M>, VGA),
6400 (3M, 16:9 <2M>, VGA)
Video Format AVI (Motion JPEG)
Video Resolution 1280 x 720p (16:9)_Only SDHC Class 6 memory cards supported, 640 x 480,
320 x 240, 640 x 480 (Web)
Storage Media SD/SDHC (Up to 32GB)
Power NP-45 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Dimensions 3.6 x 2.3 x 0.7 inch / 91.6 x 57.8 x 18.2 mm
Weight 0.24 lb / 110g (without battery)
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Package Contents

Please check the contents of your camera package. It should contain:
Digital camera Li-ion Battery x 1 pcs USB Adapter
Camera strap USB cable User Manual and Software installation
Quick Start guide Warranty card
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Getting Started

Attach the Camera Strap

To reduce the risk of dropping the camera, it is strongly recommended to attach and use the provided camera strap.

Charging the Battery by USB

The battery that comes alone with your package is not fully charged. You need to charge the battery before using the camera.
Connect the camera with the USB cable as shown.1.
Connect the other end with the USB adapter and 2. plug it into a power outlet or with the USB port of PC directly for charging.
When the battery is charging, the LED indicator • lights up.
When the battery is fully charged, the LED indicator • goes off.
When the battery is unusual charged, the LED •
indicatorashesrapidly.
When the camera charges without the battery • inside, the LED indicator goes off.
The battery charging time is around 2 hours.
It’s recommended not operating the camera when charging.

Inserting the Battery

Follow these instructions to insert the rechargeable battery into the battery/memory card compartment. Please read “Battery Information” on page 2 before inserting/removing battery.
If the battery are already installed, make sure to power off 1. the camera before removing and inserting recharged or new battery.
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Open the battery/memory card compartment at the bottom 2. of the camera.
Insert the battery into the compartment with correct orientation 3. as illustrated.
Close and lock the battery/memory card compartment.4.

Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card

It is highly recommended that the camera storage is expanded by inserting a SD or SDHC memory card. These memory cards are available at most consumer store and online locations.
Make sure to power off the camera before proceeding. Inserting the 1. memory card while powered on may damage the card and camera.
Open the Battery/memory card compartment at the bottom of the camera.2.
Insert the SD/SDHC card into the memory card slot with the metallic 3. connectors facing the front side of the camera as illustrated below.
Push the SD/SDHC card into the memory slot until it clicks into place. 4. If the card does not click into place, repeat the previous step to ensure proper orientation.
Close the Battery/memory card compartment. 5.
To remove the SD/SDHC card
Make sure to power off the camera before proceeding. Removing the 1. memory card while powered on may damage the card and camera.
Open the battery/memory card compartment.2.
Gently push the card until it clicks and pushes our of position.3.
Carefully pull out the card.4.
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Camera Memory

Internal memory
This camera is equipped with 32MB of internal memory. However, storage of images, video and audio clips is limited to approximately 14MB. For optimal use, it is strongly recommend that this camera is used with SD or SDHC memory cards. If there is no SD or SDHC memory card inserted in the memory card slot, all images, videos and audio clips recorded are automatically stored in the internal memory.
External storage
This camera supports SD cards of up to 4GB, and SDHC cards with a maximum capacity of 32GB. It is strongly recommended that Class 4 or above memory cards are used with this camera. Consult the reseller or manufacturer of the memory card for class rating details.
If a SD/SDHC card is inserted in the memory slot, the camera automatically saves all images, videos and audio clips
to this storage card. The LCD memory card icon
Not all cards may be compatible with your camera. When purchasing a card, please •
checkthecard’sspecicationsandtakethecamerawithyou.
Only class 6 (High Speed) SD/SDHC memory cards can be used with the 720p video • recording feature of this camera.
indicates the camera is using SD card.
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Camera Views

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Front View
Flash1.
Microphone2.
Self-timer LED / Assist Lamp3.
Lens4.
Back View
Top View
LCD 5. Screen
LED Indicator6.
Playback Button7.
Stabilizer Button8.
Power Button9.
Shutter Button10.
Zoom Toggle11.
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Bottom View
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Left/Right View
Tripod Screw Hole12.
Battery / Memory Compartment13.
Speaker14.
USB / TV Out15.
Strap Ring16.
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Camera Buttons

Your camera is equipped with different buttons for ease of use.
No. Button Description
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Power
Stabilizer
Shutter
Zoom
Playback
Press the Power button to turn the power on/off.
The stabilizer sets the optimal ISO value according to light levels to compensate for camera motion and help reduce motion blur. Press to set stabilizer on/off.
Press to capture an image or start/stop recording video or audio clip.
In photo and Video mode, move the toggle to the “W” position to zoom out, or “T” to zoom in.
Press to enable Playback mode or return Record mode.

Onscreen Touch Buttons

The control buttons appear on the touch screen and change dynamically depending on the task you’re performing.
Icon Touch Button Description
Record mode
Self-timer/Burst
Tap to launch the scene mode menu.
Tap to popup the self-timer/burst menu.
Macro
AF area/Face tracking
Menu
Display
Previousle
Nextle
Exit
Return
OK
Tap to popup the macro menu.
Tap to popup the AF area/Face tracking menu.
Tap to launch record menu.
Tap to switch the display mode of the LCD monitor.
Tap to view the previous file.
Tap to view the next file.
Tap to exit the menu.
Tap to return main menu or last screen.
Tap to apply the setting.
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Turning the Power On and Off

Press the Power button to power on and off the camera.
Thestartupimagedisplaysbrieyandthestartupsoundplaysifenabled.•
This camera will also power up if the playback button is pressed • clip, or audio clip will be displayed and the lens will not be extended.
To turn off the camera, press the Power button the selected Power Save (see page 68 for details) setting. The default setting is after 1 minute of inactivity.
, or the camera will automatically shut off when not used for
. If pressed, the last recorded photo, video

Initial Settings

When the camera is powered up for the first time, please set the display language and date & time.
Setting the Language
Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor.
or to turn pages.
Tap1.
Tap the desired language button and apply.2.
Setting the Date & Time
Tap the screen to select Year/Month/Date or Hour/Minute.1.
or icon to change the value for the date and time.
Tap 2.
Tap 3.
If necessary, press to close the menu. At this point, the camera settings are set to the default automatic mode and is ready to take photos and videos.
to apply.
Holding down• or icons keys to change the values continuously.
If the camera is without battery power for more than 48 hours, the initial settings • may reset and require another setup.
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Modes

Your camera has two modes:
Record Mode
This is the default mode while you turn on the camera every time. You are able to take photos and record videos/ audio clips in this mode.
Playback mode
Press the Playback button after the camera is turned on to view and edit captured images or playback videos and audio clips. The recording of voice memo attached to images is available in this mode.
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Using the Touch Screen

The touch screen shows all important information regarding camera settings as well as the visual image of your image or video. It also provides all kinds of touch buttons to control the settings for the camera. The display on the touch screen is called the On Screen Display or OSD.

Touch screen Layout

Photo Mode Screen Layout
No. Item Description
1 AF lamp
2 Display focus area settings Use to frame subject to capture.
3 Zoom indicator
4 Shots remaining Indicates the remaining shots available.
5 Battery Indicates approximate battery level.
6 Storage media
7 Shake warning
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9 Touch button - Display Tap to switch the display mode of the LCD monitor.
10 Image Stabilizer
11 Resolution
12 Quality Displays quality settings. Please see page 41 for additional details.
13 Sharpness
14 Metering
15 White balance
Touch button – AF area/Face tracking
Indicates AF lamp is enabled. Please see page 44 for additional details.
Displays zoom type and level. Please see page 24 for additional details.
Indicates current storage media in use. Options are Internal memory and SD/SDHC memory card.
Indicates that the camera is moving too much that may result in image blur. Use of a tripod or steady hand may be required.
Tap to display the AF area/face tracking popup menu.
Indicates if the image stabilizer function is enabled. Please see page 23 for additional details.
Displays photo resolution settings. Please see page 41 for additional details.
Displays sharpness settings. Please see page 45 for additional details.
Displays metering settings. Please see page 43 for additional details.
Displays white balance settings. Please see page 42 for additional details.
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16 Contrast Displays contrast settings. Please see page 46 for additional details.
17 Saturation Displays saturation settings.
18 Exposure Displays exposure settings.
19 ISO Displays ISO settings. Please see page 43 for additional details
20 Shutter speed
Displays shutter speed settings. Please see page 27 for additional details
21 Aperture value Displays aperture settings.
22 Touch button - Menu Tap to launch record menu
23 Touch button - Macro Tap to display the macro popup menu.
24 Touch button - Self-timer/Burst Tap to display the self-timer/burst popup menu.
25 AEB Indicates AEB function is enabled
26 Touch button - Flash Tap to popup the flash menu.
27 Touch button - Record mode Tap to launch the scene mode menu.
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Scene Mode - Video Mode Screen Layout
Standby layout Recording Layout
No. Item Description
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Touch button - Record mode Tap to launch the scene mode menu.
Zoom indicator Displays zoom. Please see page 24 for additional details.
Time remaining Indicates the remaining time of video available.
Battery
Storage media Indicates current storage media in use.
Touch button - Display Tap to switch the display mode of the LCD monitor.
White balance
Metering Displays metering settings. Please see page 43 for additional details.
Resolution Displays video resolution settings.
Touch button - Menu Tap to launch record menu.
Touch button - Macro Tap to display the macro popup menu.
Touch button - Pre Record Tap to set pre record on/off.
Touch button - Pause Tap to pause/resume recording.
Recorded time Display recorded time.
Recording status Indicates recording status.
Indicates approximate battery level. Please see page 68 for additional details.
Displays white balance settings. Please see page 42 for additional details.
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Playback Mode Screen Layout
The Playback mode display varies depending on the type of image being viewed.
Playback mode display of photos:
No. Item Description
Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the internal memory or SD/SDHC memory card.
Indicates current storage memory. Options are internal camera memory or SD/SDHC memory card.
Indicates the file is marked for printing. Please see page 66 for additional details.
Tap to view the previous file.
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File no./Total no.
Battery Indicates approximate battery level.
Storage media
Touch button - Next file Tap to view the next file.
Touch button - Display Tap to switch the display mode of the LCD monitor.
Aperture value Displays aperture value of the image.
Shutter speed Displays shutter speed setting of the image
Flash Displays flash setting of the image.
White balance Displays white balance setting of the image.
ISO Displays ISO setting of the image.
Exposure Displays exposure setting of the image.
Folder/Filename Indicate the location/filename of the image
Date & Time Displays the recorded date & time of the image.
DPOF
Resolution Displays the photo resolution setting at the time it was taken.
Touch button - Menu Tap to launch playback menu.
Voice memo Tap to record an attached voice memo for the image.
Touch button - Previous file
Protect Indicates file is protected. Please see page 63 for additional details.
Playback mode Indicates playback mode.
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Playback mode of videos:
Playback layout Playing Layout
No. Item Description
Indicates the current file number and total files stored in the internal memory or SD/SDHC memory card.
Indicates current storage memory. Options are internal camera memory or SD/SDHC memory card.
Tap to view the previous file.
Displays playing status. The options are: play, pause, rewind, or fast forward.
The control panel of video clip. (Repeat, Stop, Rewind, Play/Pause, Fast Forward, Snap Shot / Volume)
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File no./Total no.
Battery Indicates approximate battery level.
Storage media
Touch button - Next file Tap to view the next file.
Touch button - Play Tap to play the video clip.
Touch button - Display Tap to switch the display mode of the LCD monitor.
Folder/Filename Indicate the location/filename of the video clip.
Recording date & time Displays the date and time of the video clip at the time is was recorded.
Video Resolution Indicates the resolution setting of the video clip at the time is was recorded.
Touch button - Menu Tap to launch playback menu.
Touch button - Previous file
Protect Indicates file is protected. Please see page 63 for additional details.
Playback mode Indicates the camera is in playback mode.
Playing status
Played time Indicates the played time of the video clip.
Control touch panel
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Playback mode of audio clips:
No. Item Description
Indicates the current file number and total files stored in the internal memory or SD/SDHC memory card.
Indicates current storage memory. Options are internal camera memory or SD/SDHC memory card.
Tap to view the previous file.
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File no./Total no.
Battery Indicates the approximate battery level.
Storage media
Touch button - Next file Tap to view the next file.
Touch button - Play Tap to play the audio clip.
Touch button - Display Tap to switch the display mode of the LCD monitor.
Folder/Filename Indicate the location/filename of the audio clip.
Date & Time Displays the recorded date & time of the audio clip.
Touch button - Menu Tap to launch playback menu.
Touch button - Previous file
Protect Indicates file is protected. Please see page 63 for additional details.
Playback mode Indicates the camera is in playback mode.
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Playing status Displays playing status.
Played time Indicates played time.
Control touch panel
The control panel of audio clip. (Repeat, Stop, Play/Pause, Volume)
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Changing the LCD Monitor Display

The type of information displayed on the LCD monitor can be changed taping the on-screen display button. Tap the
icon repeatedly to change the LCD display from one type to another. In Photo/Video Mode, the LCD display
can be changed into any of the following:
Basic•
Full•
Minimal •
Guidelines•
No icons or information•
The OSD information may vary depending on the record mode type.•
The following icons, if enabled, are still displayed on the LCD even when OSD off • or Guide lines on: AEB, Face tracking, AF lamp, Drive mode, and Macro.
Use the “Guide lines” to properly set image for capture.•
In Playback mode, the LCD display can be changed into any of the following:
Basic•
Full•
No icons or information•
LCD display cannot be changed in the following situations:
Manual exposure mode•
While recording video or audio clips•
During playing video or audio clips•
Playing slideshow•
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Recording Photos, Videos and Voices

Taking Photos

This camera is designed to make the experience of taking photos simple and quick. It’s Auto mode feature will optimise the internal settings so that in most situations, it can take photos with ease. This camera also has additional modes and features that extend the capabilities for the more experienced user.
Power on the camera by pressing the 1. Power button
Frame the shot using the focus bracket on the LCD monitor.2.
Lightly pressing the 3. Shutter button position will start the automatic focus and adjustments to the exposure level. When the camera has successfully completed this automatic routine, the focus bracket will turn green. If the automatic focus and exposure routine is not successful, the bracket will turn red. If this occurs, simply release the shutter and repeat this step until the bracket turns green. In some situations, lighting and contrast may be insufficient for the camera to successfully complete the auto focus and exposure level routine. If this occurs, try better lighting.
Pressing the 4. Shutter button photo. If you take the photo when the bracket is red, the focus and exposure may not be correct.
If the shake warning icon with your arms at your side or use a tripod to stabilize the camera to reduce the risk of blurred photos.
appears, hold the camera steadily,
down to the halfway
down fully will take the
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Using Voices Recording

From the Scene menu, select 1. Voice. The Voice Recording screen layout is displayed on the LCD monitor.
Press the 2. Shutter
Press the 3. Shutter
button to start recording.
button again to stop recording.
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Recording Videos

This camera is capable of recording videos. Since video recording requires significant memory capacity, it is highly recommended to use SD/SDHC cards with this feature. The available recording time depends on the capacity of the memory card. Videos can be recorded until the maximum memory capacity has been reached. However the length of a single video clip is limited to 4 GB. To increase the recording length, lower the video quality settings (See page 22 for details).
Power on the camera by pressing the 1. Power button .
Tap the on-screen 2. Record mode icon
Lightly pressing the 3. Shutter button adjustments the exposure level. When the camera has successfully completed this automatic routine, the focus bracket will turn green. If the automatic focus and exposure routine is not successful, the bracket will turn red. If this occurs, simply release the shutter and repeat this step until the bracket turns green. In some situations, lighting and contrast may be insufficient for the camera to successfully complete the auto focus and exposure level routine. If this occurs, try better lighting.
Pressing the 4. Shutter toggle
Use the 5. Zoom toggle
To pause recording, tap the 6. Pause icon
To continue recording, tap the 7. Pause icon
To stop recording, press the 8. Shutter button
When the camera stop recording due to reaching maximum capacity (• 4GB) for a
single video, simply press the Shutter button To increase the recording length, lower the video quality settings (See page 22 for details)
The camera will automatically stop recording when the memory capacity is full.•
Digital zoom is not available while recording a video.•
down fully will begin the video recording.
to zoom in and zoom out.
and navigate to and tap the .
down to the halfway position will start the automatic focus and
.
again.
.
again to continue recording.
Sound cannot be recorded while pressing the • Zoom toggle
Power save is not available in video recording or pause recording.•
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