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.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15
of the FCC rules.
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.
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway
(fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable
(USB, etc.) again.
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READ THIS FIRST
Trademark Information
Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.
SD™ is a trademark.
Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
Product Information
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.
The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from
those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often
specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market
requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products
very often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries,
chargers, AC adapters, memory cards, cables, 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.
The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ
from the actual design of your camera.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user
manual.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.
Warnings
If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power off
and remove the batteries.
Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of
purchase.
If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power
off and remove the batteries.
Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of
purchase.
Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.
This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask
the store of purchase.
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 damage.
Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.
Swallowing the batteries might cause poisoning. If the batteries are
accidentally swallowed, immediately consult a physician.
Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a
motorcycle.
This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.
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Cautions
Load the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the
terminals.
Loading the batteries with their polarities inverted might cause fire and
injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or
leaking.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.
This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to
leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your
body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has entered your
eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.
A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use
excessive force when handling the camera.
This might cause damage to the camera.
Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.
This might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not remove the batteries immediately after long period of
continuous use.
The batteries become 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.
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Notes on Battery Usage
When you use the batteries, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety
Instructions and the notes described below:
Use only the specified batteries.
Avoid extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery
life and reduce camera performance. Therefore Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are
highly recommended.
When you are using a new rechargeable batteries or! rechargeable batteries that
have not been used for an extended period of time (the batteries that passed the
expiry date are exception), it may 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 batteries may feel warm after a long period of continuous use of the camera or
the flash. This is normal and not a malfunction.
The camera may feel warm after a long period of continuous use. This is normal
and not a malfunction.
If the batteries are not to be used for a long period of time, remove them from the
camera to prevent leakage or corrosion and store them after no battery power is
left. Stored for a long time in a fully charged condition, their performance may be
impaired.
Always keep the battery terminals clean.
There is a risk of explosion if the batteries are replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the recycle instructions.
Charge the rechargeable!batteries fully before using for the first time.
Never use batteries of different types (together) or mix old and new batteries.
Never use manganese batteries.
To prevent short-circuiting or fire, keep the batteries away from other metal objects
when carrying or storing.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................7
Overview .....................................................................................................................7
Package Contents .......................................................................................................7
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA .............................................................8
Front View ...................................................................................................................8
Rear View ....................................................................................................................9
LCD Monitor Display .................................................................................................10
GETTING STARTED ........................................................................................12
Preparation ................................................................................................................12
CAPTURE MODE ............................................................................................. 13
Capturing Images ......................................................................................................13
Setting the Scene Mode ............................................................................................14
VIDEO MODE ...................................................................................................16
Recording Video Clips ...............................................................................................16
Playing Back Video Clips ..........................................................................................16
PLAYBACK MODE ..........................................................................................17
Playing Back Still Images ..........................................................................................17
MENU OPTIONS ..............................................................................................18
Capture Menu ............................................................................................................18
Video Menu ...............................................................................................................20
Playback Menu ..........................................................................................................21
Setup Menu ...............................................................................................................22
SYSTEM REQUIREMENT ...............................................................................23
USING THE CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA .....................................................23
Install the PC camera driver ......................................................................................23
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................24
Connecting to a PictBridge Compatible Printer .........................................................25
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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera.
Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera.
Equipped with an 8.0-megapixel sensor, this camera is capable of capturing images with a
resolution of up to 3264 x 2448 pixels.
Package Contents
Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items:
Common Product Components:
Digital Camera
Software CD-ROM
User’s Manual
USB cable
Camera strap
Camera pouch
2 x AA size batteries
Common (Optional) Accessories:
SD/SDHC memory card
Accessories and components may vary by retailer.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA
Front View
1
2
1. Shutter button
2. Power button
3. Status LED
4. Flash
5. Self-timer LED
6. Microphone
7. Lens
3
5
4
6
7
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Rear View
10
1. LCD monitor
2. Zoom in button
Zoom out button
3. MENU Menu button
4. MODE Mode button
Capture mode
S Video mode
x Playback mode
5. 4-way control button
Up button
S
m Focus button
X Right button
X Flash button
Down button
T
%F Self-timer/Delete button
W Left button
[
Backlight/Exposure compensation
button
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
8
6. SCN/SET Scene mode / Set button
7. Strap holder
8. Battery / Memory card cover
9. USB connector
10. Tripod socket
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LCD Monitor Display
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Capture Mode
1. Scene mode
2. Flash mode
[Z] Auto Flash
Y
] Red-eye Reduction
[
X
] Forced Flash
[
[
W
] Flash Off
3. Zoom status
4. Battery condition
[D] Full battery power
C
] Medium battery power
[
B
] Low battery power
[
[
A
] No battery power
5. Storage media
[}] Internal memory (no card)
[
{
] SD/SDHC memory card
6. CaptureMd.
Blank
] Single
[
[ ] Cont.
[ ] AEB
[] Burst
[ ] Cont.flash
[ ] Pre-Shot
[ ] Coupl.shot
7. Image size resolution
[8M
] 8M (3264 x 2448 pixels)
6M] 6M (2816 x 2112 pixels)
[
[
4M] 4M (2272 x 1704 pixels)
2M] 2M (1600 x 1200 pixels)
[
0.3M
] 0.3M (640 x 480 pixels)
[
8. Image quality
[] Fine
[] Normal
[ ] Economy
9. Available number of shots
10. Main focus area
11. D ate
12. Self-timer icon
[%10s
] 10 sec.
[
%2s] 2 sec.
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10+2s
] 10+2 sec.
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13. ISO
14.
[]]
Backlight correction
[[]
Exposure compensation
15. Slow shutter warning
* Poor lighting conditions.
Images will be vulnerable to vibration.
16. Metering
[o] Average
[
q
] Spot
17. W.Balance
[
Blank
] Auto
f
] Incand.
[
h
] Fl1
[
i
] Fl2
[
c
] Daylight
[
d
] Cloudy
[
[] Manual
18. Focus setting
[
Blank
] Auto focus
[ ] Face detection
[
m
] Macro
[ ] Infinity
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Video mode [S]
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Play
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00:25
X
1. Mode icon
2. Zoom status
3. Battery condition
4. Storage media
5. Video resolution
6. Available recording time/Elapsed time
7. Main focus area
8. Date
9. Self-timer icon
10. Focus setting
Playback mode [
] - Still image
playback
1. Mode icon
2. File number
3. Folder number
4. Protect icon
5. DPOF icon
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Playback mode
1. Total recorded time
2. Video status bar
3. Elapsed time
4. File number
5. Folder number
6. Protect icon
7. Mode icon
8. Play mode
Video playback
Total
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00:25
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GETTING STARTED
Preparation
1. Attach the camera strap.
2. Open the battery/memory card cover.
3. Load the supplied batteries with correct
orientation as shown.
4. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional).
The camera has 16MB internal memory
(12MB available for image storage), but you
can load an SD/SDHC memory card to
expand the camera’s memory capacity.
Be sure to format the memory card with this
camera before its initial usage.
5. Close the battery/memory card cover and make
sure it is locked securely.
To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an
SDHC memory card
SD/SDHC
the
To save, edit, or erase data on an SD/SDHC memory card, you must
unlock the card
To prevent damaging of an SD/SDHC memory card, be sure to turn off
the power when inserting or removing the SD/SDHC memory card. If
inserting or removing the SD/SDHC memory card with the power on, the camera will automatically turn off.
Be careful not to drop the batteries when opening or closing the battery cover.
, you can slide the write protect tab (on the side of
memory card) to “LOCK”.
/
SD/
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CAPTURE MODE
Capturing Images
Your camera is equipped with a 3.0" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose
images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings.
1. Press the Power button to turn the power on.
The status LED lights green and the camera is initiated.
2. Set the camera mode to [ ].
3. Compose your image in the LCD monitor.
Pressing the button zooms in on the subject, and enlarges the subject on the LCD
monitor.
Pressing the button provides a wider angle image.
4. Press the shutter button.
Pressing the shutter button down halfway
automatically focuses and adjusts the exposure, and
pressing the shutter button down fully captures the
images.
The focus area frame turns blue when the camera is
in focus and the exposure is calculated.
When the focus or exposure is not suitable, the
frame of the focus area turns yellow.
2
Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology
Face Detection Technology can identify and focus on the human faces in the image. This
advanced function simultaneously detects up to 5 human faces regardless of their position in
the scene.
1. Set the camera mode to [ ].
2. Toggle the [
The white frame is identified as the “top priority” face (main focus frame), and gray
3. Press the shutter button halfway down to lock the focus.
The main focus frame simultaneously turns green.
If the “top priority” face is out of focus, the main focus frame turns red.
4. Press the shutter button down fully to capture your image.
m
] button until [ ] icon appears on the LCD monitor.
ones around the other faces.
1
Subjects that are not suitable with this function:
a. A person wearing glasses, sunglasses, or face covered with hat or hair.
b. A person turning sideways.
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Setting the Scene Mode
Sports
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By simply selecting one of the following 20 modes, you can capture the image with the most!
appropriate settings.
1. Set the camera mode to [ ].
2. Press the SCN/SET button.
3. Select the desired scene
mode with the e / f buttons,
and press the SCN/SET
button.
4. Compose the image and
press the shutter button.
The table below will help you choose the appropriate scene mode:
Scene mode Description
P Program AE This mode allows you to manually set parameters other than the shutter
Smile Shot Select this mode to automatically capture an image when a smiling face is
speed and the aperture value.
detected.
n Anti-Shake This mode minimizes the influences of hand shaking when you want to
capture an image.
Portrait Man Select this mode when you want to capture an image that makes a man
Portrait Lady Select this mode when you want to capture an image that makes a lady
stand out against a blurred background.
stand out against a blurred background.
l Landscape Select this mode when you want to capture an image with infinity focus,
hard sharpness and high saturation.
l Sports Select this mode when you want to capture fast-moving subjects.
g
Night Portrait
Select this mode when you want to capture people with an evening or
night scene background.
h Night Scene Select this mode when you want to capture dark scenes such as night
c Candlelight Select this mode when you want to capture photos of candlelit scene,
views.
without spoiling the ambience.
d Fireworks Select this mode when you want to capture fireworks clearly with optimal
exposure. The shutter speed becomes slower, so using a tripod is
recommended.
| Text Select this mode when you want to capture an image that contains black
and white subjects like printed documents.
Sports
Sports
MENU:Exit SET:OK
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Scene mode Description
e Sunset Select this mode when you want to capture a sunset. This mode helps
m Sunrise Select this mode when you want to capture a sunrise. This mode helps
k
Splash Wate r
e Flow Water Select this mode when you want to capture the soft flowing water.
_ Snow Select this mode when you want to capture clear snow scenes without
Beach Select this mode when you want to capture bright beach scenes and
a Pets Select this mode when you want to capture your pets. Shoot from their
\ User Setting This mode allows you to manually set your favorite parameters and these
keep the deep hues in the scene.
keep the deep hues in the scene.
Select this mode when you want to capture photos of splashing water.
darkened subjects and bluish tint.
sunlit water surfaces.
eye level.
settings will be memorized.
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VIDEO MODE
Recording Video Clips
This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 / 640 x 480 pixels.
Voice can also be recorded.
1. Set the camera mode to [w].
2. Compose the image.
3. Press the shutter button.
The recording of the video clip will start.
Pressing the shutter button one more time will end the
recording of the video clip.
The recording time depends on the storage size and
the subject of the image to be recorded.
The zoom function cannot be used during video
recording.
When recording a video clip, the flash cannot be used.
If the write speed of your SD/SDHC memory card is not fast enough for recording video clips in
the!currently selected size, and then the video recording will stop. In this case, select a video
size lower than the current one.
Playing Back Video Clips
You can play back recorded video clips on the camera.
1. Set the camera mode to [x].
The last image appears on the screen.
2. Select the desired video clip with the e / f buttons.
3. Press the SCN/SET button.
A press of the f / e buttons during playback allows fast forward play / fast reverse
play.
To stop video playback, press the d button.
This stops playback and returns to the start of the video clip.
To pause video playback, press the SCN/SET button.
This pauses video playback.
To cancel pause, press the SCN/SET button again.
Video clips cannot be displayed rotated or enlarged.
This camera does not have a built-in speaker so that you can not play back sound with the
camera. 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 Mac and Windows-computers
and can be downloaded from the Apple web site at www.apple.com
Player usage, please refer to the QuickTime on-line help for more information.
. For help using QuickTime
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PLAYBACK MODE
Playing Back Still Images
You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor.
1. Set the camera mode to [x].
The last image appears on the screen.
2. The images can be displayed in reverse or forward
sequence with the e / f buttons.
To view the previous image, press the e button.
To view the next image, press the f button.
Pressing the!!button enlarges the image.
To return to normal magnification, press the
button.
An [S] icon is displayed with the video data.
Thumbnail Display
This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor at the same time,
which can let you quickly search for the image that you want.
1. Set the camera mode to [x].
The last image appears on the screen.
2. Press the button.
The images are displayed in the thumbnail display.
Images that have been selected with the e / f / c /
d buttons will be indicated by a yellow frame.
When there are ten or more images, scroll the
screen with the c / d buttons.
3. Press the e / f / c / d buttons to select the image to
be displayed at regular size.
4. Press the SCN/SET button.
The selected image is displayed at its regular size.
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In the 9-thumbnail mode, an [z], [S], [P] icon may be displayed in a thumbnail.
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Size
Quality
Color
W.Blance
ISO
8M
Normal
Normal
Auto
Auto
(
Manual WB
Next Menu
Sharpness
Saturation
Normal
Normal
A
W
Metering
Average
MENU OPTIONS
Capture Menu
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images.
Size
Quality
Color
W.Blance
Manual WB
ISO
MENU:Exit SET:Adj.
1. Set the camera mode to [ ].
2. Press the MENU button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] menu with the e / f
button.
3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the SCN/SET button to
enter its respective menu.
4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the SCN/SET button.
5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
Capture
8M
Normal
Normal
Auto
Next Menu
Auto
Metering
Sharpness
Saturation
MENU:Exit SET:Adj.
Size
This sets the size of the image that will be captured.
* [8M] 8M (3264 x 2448 pixels)
* [6M] 6M (2816 x 2112 pixels)
* [4M] 4M (2272 x 1704 pixels)
* [2M] 2M (1600 x 1200 pixels)
* [0.3M] 0.3M (640 x 480 pixels)
Quality
This sets the quality (compression) at which the image is captured.
* [ ] Fine
* [ ] Normal
* [ ] Economy
Color
This sets the color of the image that will be captured.
* Normal / Vivid / Sepia / B&W
W. Balance
This sets the white balance for a variety of lighting conditions and permits images to be captured that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye.
* [ Blank ] Auto * [ f ] Incand.
* [ h ] Fl1 * [ i ] Fl2
* [ c ] Daylight * [ d ] Cloudy
* [ ] Manual
Manual WB
This manually sets the white balance and stores it. Use of this is convenient when the white
balance does not offer a good match. Before selecting [Execute] and before taking your
image, place a white paper in the scene and set the white balance manually.
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Capture
Average
Normal
Normal
ISO
This sets the sensitivity for capturing images. When the sensitivity is raised (and the ISO figure is increased), photography will become possible even in dark locations, but the more
pixelated (grainier) the image will appear.
* Auto / 64 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800
Metering
This sets the metering method for calculating the exposure.
* [ o ] Average: The entire area of the screen is measured, and the exposure is calculated.
* [ q ] Spot: A very small portion of the center of the screen is measured, and the exposure
is calculated.
Sharpness
This sets the sharpness of the image that will be captured.
Saturation
This sets the saturation of the image that will be captured.
CaptureMd.
This sets the recording method at the time of capturing images.
Blank
] Single: Captures one image at a time.
* [
* [ ] Cont.: Permits continuous capture of up to 3 images.
* [ ] AEB: Permits 3 consecutive images in the order of standard exposure, underexpo-
* [ ] Burst: Permits continuous photography while pressing holding the shutter button.As
long as you hold the shutter button pressed, images are captured until thememory capacity
is exhausted.
* [ ] Cont.flash: Permits continuous capture of up to 3 images with flash.
* [ ] Pre-Shot: Lets you capture the background first, then have someone to capture you
in front of it.
* [ ] Coupl.shot: Uses separate areas to combine two shots. You can include yourself in
the shot.
Date Print
The date of recording can be printed directly on the still images. This function must be activated before the image is captured.
Preview
This sets whether or not to display the captured image on the screen immediately after the
image is captured.
Digi. Zoom
This sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of photography.
sure and overexposure compensation.
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Video Menu
640x480
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips.
640x480
MENU:Exit SET:Adj.
1. Set the camera mode to [ w ].
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the SCN/SET button to
enter its respective menu.
4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the SCN/SET button.
5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
Size
This sets the size of the video clip that will be captured.
* [VGA] 640 x 480
* [QVGA] 320 x 240
Color
This sets the color of the video clip that will be captured.
* Normal / Vivid / Sepia / B&W
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Playback Menu
Next Menu
Fix Red Eyes
Slide Show
DPOF
Protect
LCD Bright.
Copy to Card
Next Menu
Next Menu
0
Next Menu
3 sec.
In the [x] mode, choose which settings are to be used for playback.
MENU:Exit SET:Adj.
1. Set the camera mode to [x].
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the SCN/SET button to
enter its respective menu.
4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the SCN/SET button.
5. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
Fix Red Eyes
You can use this function to remove the red-eye effect after an image is taken.
Slide Show
You can play back recorded images in order with a selected interval.
DPOF
DPOF is the abbreviation for Digital Print Order Format, which allows you to embed printing
information on your memory card. You can select the images to be printed and how many
prints to make with the DPOF menu in the camera and insert the memory card to the card
compatible printer. When the printer starts printing, it will read the embedded information on
the memory card and print the specified images.
Protect
Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.
LCD Bright.
Select a brightness level for the LCD monitor.
The LCD becomes brighter with the c button and darker with the d button. The adjustment
range is from -5 to 5.
Copy to Card
Allows you to copy your files from the camera’s internal memory to an SD/SDHC memory
card. Of course, you can only do this if you have a memory card installed and some files in
internal memory.
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Beep
Date/Time
Language
Fr.No.Reset
LCD Bright.
Auto Off
On
Next Menu
English
Next Menu
0
3 Min.
Beep
Date/Time
Language
Fr.No.Reset
LCD Bright.
Auto Off
On
Next Menu
English
Next Menu
0
3 Min.
Next Menu
Next Menu
Beep
Format
Fr.No.Reset
Media Info.
Sys. Info.
Language
On
Next Menu
Next Menu
English
Setup Menu
Set your camera’s operating environment.
Beep
Format
Fr.No.Reset
Media Info.
Sys. Info.
Language
MENU:Exit SET:Adj.
1. Set the camera mode to [ ] / [S] / [x].
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select the [Setup^ menu with the
4. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the SCN/SET button to
enter its respective menu.
5. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the SCN/SET button.
MENU:Exit SET:Adj.
f
button.
MENU:Exit SET:Adj.
6. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
Beep
This sets whether or not to mute the camera sound each time you press the camera's buttons.
Date/Time
This sets the camera’s date and the time.
Language
Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor.
Fr. No. Reset
This creates a new folder. The captured images are recorded to the newly created folder from
number 0001.
LCD Bright.
Refer to section in this manual titled “LCD Bright.” in Playback Menu for further details.
Auto 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 for reducing battery usage.
Light Freq.
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.
Sys. Reset
This returns all basic settings to the camera’s default settings. The time setting will not be reset.
Format
This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and
data.
Media Info.
This displays the free capacity of the internal memory or the memory card.
Sys. Info.
This displays the firmware version of the camera.
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENT
Windows Macintosh
Pentium III 800 or equivalent
Windows 2000/XP/Vista
256MB RAM (512 MB recommended)
150MB available hard disk space
CD-ROM drive
Available USB port
PowerPC G3/G4/G5
OS 9.0 or later
256MB RAM (512 MB recommended)
128MB available hard disk space
CD-ROM drive
Available USB port
USING THE CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA
Your 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 for
videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below:
Microphone
Sound card
Speakers or headphones
Network or Internet connection
Install the PC camera driver
The PC-camera driver included in the CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows. The PC camera
function is not supported for Mac platforms.
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
3. After the driver installation is completed, restart your computer.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Item Description
Image sensor 1/2.5” CCD sensor (8.0 megapixels)
Image resolution <Still image>
LCD monitor 3.0” full color TFT LCD (230K pixels)
Recording media 16MB internal memory (12MB available for image storage)
File format JPEG, DCF, EXIF 2.2, DPOF, AVI
Lens 3x optical zoom lens
Focus Range Auto Focus
Shutter speed 2 - 1/1000 sec.
ISO Sensitivity Auto / 64 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800
Digital zoom 4x (Capture mode)
Flash effective
range
Terminal USB 2.0
Power supply 2 x AA size batteries
Dimensions Approx. 97 x 62 x 21mm (without protruding parts)
Weight Approx. 132g (without batteries and memory card)
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
3264 x 2448, 2816 x 2112, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
<Video clip>
640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Supports SD/SDHC memory card (up to 4GB) (optional)
Aperture range: 2.9!(W) - 5.2!(T)
Focal length: 5.7mm - 17.1mm
(equivalent to 34mm - 102mm on a 35mm camera)
0.5m to infinity
Macro
Wide: 0.10m to infinity
Tele: 0.35m to infinity
1-4x in 0.5x increment (Playback mode)
0.5m - 2.4m (Wide)
0.5m - 2.1m (Tele)
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Connecting to a PictBridge Compatible Printer
Single
Print Num
Read this section if the model you purchased is included with the PictBridge functions.
If a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can be printed by connecting the digital
still camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without using a computer.
Connecting the camera to the printer
1. Connect one end of the USB cable to your camera.
2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on the printer.
3. Turn on your camera.
4. Select [Printer] with the c / d buttons, and press the SCN/SET button.
Printing images
When the camera is properly connected to a PictBridge compliant printer and set to [Printer],
the PictBridge menu is displayed on the monitor.
1. Select the item you want to configure with the c / d
buttons, and press the SCN/SET button.
[Images]:! Select whether you want to print specific
image or all images. You may also select printing
number for specific image.
[Date Print]:! According to the printer type, select
whether you want to print the image with date
imprint or not.
[Paper Size]:! Select the desired paper size
according to the printer type.
[Layout]:!Select the desired printing layout according to the printer type.
[Print]:!After all settings are configured, select this item to start printing.
2. If you select [Images] in the previous step, the figure
shown on the right hand side will appear. Select
[Single], [All], [DPOF] with the c / d buttons, and press
the SCN/SET button.
3. If you select [Single] in the previous step, the figure
shown on the right hand side will appear.
Select the image that you want to print with the e /
f buttons.
Select the [Print Num] (up to 99) with the c / d
buttons.
After selecting the desired image and printing number,
press the
4. Select [Print] with the c / d buttons, and press the
SCN/SET button to start printing.
The [COMPLETE] will be displayed temporarily,
If a print error is detected, the [PRINT ERROR] will
SCN/SET
reminding you that the printing procedure is finished.
be displayed.
button to confirm.
PictBridge
SET:Enter
00
100-0001
SET:Enter
The image printing may be failed if the power to the camera is cut off.
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Language WEEE explanation
English "The mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
French "Le marquage est en conformité avec la directive 2002/96/EC du DEEE (dÈchets
German "Das Symbol ist in Übereinstimmung mit der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektro- und
Spanish “La marca es un requisito de la Directiva europea 2002/96/EC (WEEE) acerca de los
Italian " Il simbolo è in accordo con la Direttiva 2002/96 EC sui Rifiuti Apparecchiature
Swedish “Märket anger överensstämmelse med "Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Norwegian
Dutch Het symbool is in overeenstemming met de EU-Richtlijn betreffende afgedankte
Greek “To ıȪȝȕȠȜȠ İȓȞĮȚ ıȪȝijȦȞȠ ȝİ IJȘȞ ȅįȘȖȓĮ IJȘȢ ǼȣȡȦʌĮȧțȒȢ DzȞȦıȘȢ 2002/96/EC
Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE)."
"The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any
spent or discarded batteries as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and
collection systems available"
d’équipements électriques et électroniques)".
"Ce symbole indique l'obligation de ne pas déposer ce produit dans des décharges
publiques, mais d'utiliser les systèmes spécifiques de retour et récupèration
disponibles".
Elektronik- Altgeräte (Elektro- und Elektronik - Altgeräte Richtlinie). "
"Das Symbol weist darauf hin, dass das Gerät einschließlich ge- und verbrauchten
Batterien bzw Akkus nicht in den Hausmüll gegeben werden darf, sondern den hierfür
bestimmten getrennten Sammelsystemen zugeführt werden muss."
Residuos de Aparatos Eléctricos y Electrónicos. “
“Esta marca indica la obligación de no mezclar dichos aparatos con los residuos
domésticos generales, sino que deben utilizarse los sistemas de recogida
específicos, disponibles para estos productos.”
Elettriche ed Elettroniche (RAEE)".
"Il simbolo indica l' obbligo della raccolta separata delle apparecchiature elettriche ed
elettroniche, pertanto si raccomanda d'utilizzare i sistemi di raccolta e/o restituzione
disponibili nella vostra zona per queste tipologie d'apparecchiature".
Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).”
“Märket anger kravet på att använda tillgängliga retur- och insamlingssystem och att
EJ avyttra utrustningen som osorterat kommunalt avfall.”
“Symbolet er i samsvar med "Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
2002/96/EC (WEEE)".
“Symbolet angir kravet på å anvende tilgjengelige retur og gjenvinningssystem, og
ikke benytte vanlige usorterte kommunale avfallsordninger.”
elektrische en elektronische apparatuur (AEEA) 2002/96/EC.
Het symbool geeft aan dat de apparatuur NIET mag worden gestort als ongesorteerd
stedelijk huisvuil, maar moet worden ingezameld via de voorziene terugname- en
inzamelingssystemen.
ʌİȡȓ ǹʌȩȡȡȚȥȘȢ ǾȜİțIJȡȚțȫȞ țĮȚ ǾȜİțIJȡȠȞȚțȫȞ ȈȣıțİȣȫȞ (WEEE)”.
“ ȉȠ ıȪȝȕȠȜȠ ĮȣIJȩ ȣʌȠįİȚțȞȪİȚ IJȘȞ ȣʌȠȤȡȑȦıȘ ȞĮ ȂǾȃ ĮʌȠȡȡȓʌIJİIJİ IJȘȞ ıȣıțİȣȒ
ıIJȠȣȢ țȐįȠȣȢ IJȦȞ ȠȚțȚĮțȫȞ ĮʌȠȡȡȚȝȝȐIJȦȞ, ĮȜȜȐ ȞĮ ȤȡȘıȚȝȠʌȠȚİȓIJİ IJȠ ıȪıIJȘȝĮ
İʌȚıIJȡȠijȒȢ țĮȚ ʌİȡȚıȣȜȜȠȖȒȢ (ĮȞĮțȪțȜȦıȘȢ) ĮʌȠȡȡȚȝȝȐIJȦȞ”.
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This Quick Start Guide is only for quick reference. For more details on advanced
functions, you can refer to your user’s manual.
Helpline Number: 08704460806
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA
Front View
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Rear View
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1. Shutter button
2. Power button
3. Status LED
4. Flash
5. Self-timer LED
6. Microphone
7. Lens
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1. LCD monitor
2. Zoom in button
Zoom out button
3. MENU Menu button
4. MODE Mode button
Capture mode
S Video mode
x Playback mode
5. 4-way control button
S Up button
m Focus button
X Right button
X Flash button
T Down button
%F Self-timer/Delete button
W Left button
[
Backlight/Exposure compensation
button
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6. SCN/SET Scene mode / Set button
7. Strap holder
8. Battery / Memory card cover
9. USB connector
10.Tripod socket
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GETTING STARTED
Preparation
1. Attach the camera strap.
2. Open the battery/memory card cover.
3. Load the supplied batteries with correct
orientation as shown.
4. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional).
The camera has 16MB internal memory
(12MB available for image storage), but you
can load an SD/SDHC memory card to
expand the camera’s memory capacity.
Be sure to format the memory card with this
camera before its initial usage.
5. Close the battery/memory card cover and
make sure it is locked securely.
CAPTURE MODE
Capturing Images
Your camera is equipped with a 3.0" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose
images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings.
1. Press the Power button to turn the power on.
The status LED lights green and the camera is initiated.
2. Set the camera mode to [ ].
3. Compose your image in the LCD monitor.
Pressing the button zooms in on the subject, and enlarges the subject on the
LCD monitor.
Pressing the button provides a wider angle image.
4. Press the shutter button.
Pressing the shutter button down halfway
automatically focuses and adjusts the
exposure, and pressing the shutter button
down fully captures the images.
The focus area frame turns blue when the
camera is in focus and the exposure is
calculated.
When the focus or exposure is not suitable,
the frame of the focus area turns yellow.
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Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology
Face Detection Technology can identify and focus on the human faces in the image.
This advanced function simultaneously detects up to 5 human faces regardless of
their position in the scene.
1. Set the camera mode to [ ].
2. Toggle the [
The white frame is identified as the “top priority” face (main focus frame), and
3. Press the shutter button halfway down to lock the focus.
The main focus frame simultaneously turns green.
If the “top priority” face is out of focus, the main focus frame turns red.
4. Press the shutter button down fully to capture your image.
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] button until [ ] icon appears on the LCD monitor.
gray ones around the other faces.
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By simply selecting one of the following 20 modes, you can capture the image with the
most!appropriate settings.
1. Set the camera mode to [ ].
2. Press the SCN/SET button.
3. Select the desired scene
mode with the e / f
buttons, and press the
SCN/SET button.
4. Compose the image and
press the shutter button.
The table below will help you choose the appropriate scene mode:
Scene mode Description
P Program AE This mode allows you to manually set parameters other than the
Smile Shot Select this mode to automatically capture an image when a smiling
n Anti-Shake This mode minimizes the influences of hand shaking when you want
Portrait Man Select this mode when you want to capture an image that makes a
Portrait Lady Select this mode when you want to capture an image that makes a
l Landscape Select this mode when you want to capture an image with infinity
l Sports Select this mode when you want to capture fast-moving subjects.
g
Night Portrait
h Night Scene Select this mode when you want to capture dark scenes such as
c Candlelight Select this mode when you want to capture photos of candlelit
d Fireworks Select this mode when you want to capture fireworks clearly with
shutter speed and the aperture value.
face is detected.
to capture an image.
man stand out against a blurred background.
lady stand out against a blurred background.
focus, hard sharpness and high saturation.
Select this mode when you want to capture people with an evening
or night scene background.
night views.
scene, without spoiling the ambience.
optimal exposure. The shutter speed becomes slower, so using a
tripod is recommended.
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Scene mode Description
| Text Select this mode when you want to capture an image that contains
e Sunset Select this mode when you want to capture a sunset. This mode
m Sunrise Select this mode when you want to capture a sunrise. This mode
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e Flow Water Select this mode when you want to capture the soft flowing water.
_ Snow Select this mode when you want to capture clear snow scenes
Beach Select this mode when you want to capture bright beach scenes and
a Pets Select this mode when you want to capture your pets. Shoot from
\ User Setting This mode allows you to manually set your favorite parameters and
black and white subjects like printed documents.
helps keep the deep hues in the scene.
helps keep the deep hues in the scene.
Select this mode when you want to capture photos of splashing
water.
without darkened subjects and bluish tint.
sunlit water surfaces.
their eye level.
these settings will be memorized.
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VIDEO MODE
Recording Video Clips
This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 / 640 x 480 pixels. Voice can also be recorded.
1. Set the camera mode to [w].
2. Compose the image.
3. Press the shutter button.
The recording of the video clip will start.
Pressing the shutter button one more time will
end the recording of the video clip.
The recording time depends on the storage
size and the subject of the image to be
recorded.
The zoom function cannot be used during
video recording.
Playing Back Video Clips
You can play back recorded video clips on the camera.
1. Set the camera mode to [x].
The last image appears on the screen.
2. Select the desired video clip with the e / f buttons.
3. Press the SCN/SET button.
A press of the f / e buttons during playback allows fast forward play / fast
reverse play.
To stop video playback, press the d button.
This stops playback and returns to the start of the video clip.
To pause video playback, press the SCN/SET button.
This pauses video playback.
To cancel pause, press the SCN/SET button again.
PLAYBACK MODE
Playing Back Still Images
You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor.
1. Set the camera mode to [x].
The last image appears on the screen.
2. The images can be displayed in reverse or
forward sequence with the e / f buttons.
To view the previous image, press the e
button.
To view the next image, press the f button.
Pressing the!!button enlarges the image.
To return to normal magnification, press the
button.
Thumbnail Display
This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor at the same
time, which can let you quickly search for the image that you want.
1. Set the camera mode to [x].
The last image appears on the screen.
2. Press the button.
The images are displayed in the thumbnail
display.
Images that have been selected with the e
/ f / c / d buttons will be indicated by a
yellow frame.
When there are ten or more images, scroll
the screen with the c / d buttons.
3. Press the e / f / c / d buttons to select the image to be displayed at regular size.
4. Press the SCN/SET button.
The selected image is displayed at its regular size.
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