HiTi C100-ID User Manual

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Table of Contents
Preface iv
About this Manual ......................................................................................................iv
Copyright...............................................................................................................iv
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance..................................iv
Declaration of Conformity ....................................................................................iv
Trademark Recognition..........................................................................................v
Safety and Handling Precautions .................................................................................v
Camera Information ...............................................................................................v
Battery Information ................................................................................................v
Using this Menu...........................................................................................................v
Introduction 1
System Requirements ..................................................................................................1
Main Features ..............................................................................................................1
Package Contents .........................................................................................................2
Camera Views..............................................................................................................3
Front View .............................................................................................................3
Back View ..............................................................................................................3
Top View................................................................................................................3
Bottom View ..........................................................................................................4
Left View ...............................................................................................................4
Camera Buttons............................................................................................................4
Navigation Control ......................................................................................................5
Notifications.................................................................................................................6
Led Indicators.........................................................................................................6
Operation Sound.....................................................................................................7
Camera Memory ..........................................................................................................7
Internal memory .....................................................................................................7
External storage......................................................................................................7
Getting Started 8
Attaching the Wrist Strap ............................................................................................8
Inserting the Battery.....................................................................................................8
Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card .........................................................................9
Charging the Battery ....................................................................................................9
Turning the Power On and Off ..................................................................................10
Initial Settings ............................................................................................................10
Setting the Language ............................................................................................10
Setting the Date & Time ......................................................................................10
Modes.........................................................................................................................11
Switching between Record mode and Playback Mode ........................................11
Selecting the Record mode options ......................................................................11
Using the LCD Monitor 12
LCD Monitor Layout .................................................................................................12
Record Mode Screen Layout................................................................................12
Playback Mode Screen Layout.............................................................................14
Changing the LCD Monitor Display ....................................................................19
Recording Photos, Videos and Voices 20
Taking Photos ............................................................................................................20
Taking ID/Passport Photos
Using the Stabilizer....................................................................................................21
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Setting the Zoom Control ..........................................................................................22
Using Flash ................................................................................................................23
Using Macro ..............................................................................................................23
Using the Function Menu ..........................................................................................24
My Mode ..............................................................................................................24
Resolution ............................................................................................................25
Quality ..................................................................................................................25
EV Compensation ................................................................................................25
White Balance ......................................................................................................26
ISO .......................................................................................................................26
Metering ...............................................................................................................27
Color Mode ..........................................................................................................27
Using the Record Menu .............................................................................................28
Record Menu ........................................................................................................28
Setting the Scene Mode........................................................................................28
Setting the Drive Mode ........................................................................................32
Setting the AEB....................................................................................................32
Setting the AF Area..............................................................................................33
Setting the AF Lamp ............................................................................................33
Setting Sharpness .................................................................................................34
Setting Saturation .................................................................................................34
Setting Contrast ....................................................................................................35
Setting the Digital Zoom ......................................................................................35
Setting the Date Stamp .........................................................................................36
Setting Auto Review ............................................................................................37
Recording Movies......................................................................................................37
Setting the Movie Size .........................................................................................38
YouTube Mode ....................................................................................................38
Recording Voices.......................................................................................................39
Playback 40
Viewing in Single Navigation....................................................................................40
Viewing thumbnails ...................................................................................................40
Zooming images ........................................................................................................41
Playing Movies ..........................................................................................................41
To capture screenshot image from a movie clip ..................................................42
Playing Voice Recording ...........................................................................................42
Playing Voice Memo .................................................................................................43
Deleting an Image/Video/Audio ................................................................................43
Using the Delete Button .......................................................................................43
Playback Menu ..........................................................................................................44
Slideshow .............................................................................................................44
Delete ...................................................................................................................45
Protect ..................................................................................................................46
Red Eye Correction ..............................................................................................48
Voice Memo .........................................................................................................48
Photo Edit .............................................................................................................49
Z-Lighting ............................................................................................................50
Rotate ...................................................................................................................50
Trim......................................................................................................................51
Resize ...................................................................................................................52
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Startup Image .......................................................................................................52
DPOF....................................................................................................................53
PictBridge.............................................................................................................54
Using the Setup Menu 55
Setting USB connected...............................................................................................55
Setting Sounds ...........................................................................................................55
Setting Power Save ..................................................................................................56
Setting Date & Time ..................................................................................................56
Setting Language .......................................................................................................57
Setting File Numbering..............................................................................................57
Setting TV Out...........................................................................................................57
Setting LCD Brightness .............................................................................................57
Setting Memory Kit ...................................................................................................58
Reset All ....................................................................................................................58
Making Connections 59
Connecting the Camera to a TV ................................................................................59
Connecting the Camera a PC .....................................................................................59
Connecting the Camera to a Printer ...........................................................................60
Appendix 61
About Folder and File Names ....................................................................................61
Folder Structure....................................................................................................61
File Naming..........................................................................................................61
Troubleshooting 62 Specifications 63
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Preface
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.
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 2008
Feder
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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 encour aged 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. 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:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undersired operation.
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Trademark Recognition
Windows 98/2000/ME/XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation System. All other companies or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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 d etergents to clean the product. Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth.
Battery Information
• Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery.
• Use only the provided batteries 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.
• When using Li-ion battery in this product, ensure that they are inserted correctly. Inserting the battery upside down can cause damage to the product and possibly cause an explosion.
• When the camera is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for the camera body to feel warm.
• Download all pictures and remove the battery from the camera if you are going to store the camera for a long period of time.
Using this Menu
Symbols used in this manual are explained below:
Note
This indicates useful information when using your camera.
Warning
This indicates warning message that should be read before using the function.
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Chapter 1: Introductio
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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new digital camera. This manual provides step-by-step instructions on how to use your camera, and is intended for your reference only .
System Requirements
In order to get the most out of your camera, your computer must meet the following system requirements:
For Windows:
• Windows 98SE/2000/XP/ME/Vista
• Processor: Pentium II 450MHz or above
• Memory: 512MB or above
• HDD space: 200 MB or above
• 16bit color display monitor
• Microsoft DirectX 9.0C
• USB port and CD-ROM drive
For Macintosh
• Power Mac G3 or later
• Mac OS 10.0-10.4
• Memory: 64MB or above
• HDD space: 110MB or above
• USB port and CD-ROM drive
Main Features
• 10 mega pixels resolution
• Up to 3x optical zoom and 5x digital zoom
• 1/2.3 inch CCD image sensor
• 3 inch color LTPS LCD monitor
• 32MB internal flash memory with optional external SD/SDHC card
• Supports up to 4GB of SD card, and up to 8GB of SDHC card
• Sleek metallic finish
• Easy-to-use button interface
• DCF, DPOF, PictBridge compatibility
• Slideshow feature to review your pictures and movies
• A/V output to view your pictures and movies on your TV
• USB port to transfer photos and movies to your PC
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Package Contents
Please check the contents of your camera package. It should contain:
Digital camera Li-ion battery Battery ch arger
Wrist strap USB cable Power cord
CD-ROM Quick Start Guide
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Package Contents
Camera Views
Front View
Back View
Menu button
Top View
Shutter button
LCD screen
Flash
Function / Delete button
Stabilizer button
LED indicator
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Self-timer LED / AF
Assist Lamp
Zoom Lens
Microphone
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Play button
SET button / 4-way
navigation control
Power button
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Bottom View
Battery/ SD card compartment
Left View
Strap ring
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USB / TV Out
Speaker
Tripod screw hole
Camera Buttons
Your camera is equipped with different buttons for ease of use.
Button Description
Power Press to turn on/off the power. Stabilizer The stabilizer sets the optional ISO value according to light levels to
compensate for camera shake. Press to set stabilizer on/off.
Shutter Press to capture an image or start/stop recording video or audio clip. Play If the camera is turned off, press and hold for 3 seconds to turn on camera in
Playback mode. If the camera is turned on, press to toggle camera to Playback or Record
mode. Zoom Press the zoom buttons to change zoom focus. Menu Press to enter menu. Function/
Delete
In Record mode, press to enter function menu.
In Playback mode, press to delete an image, video or audio clip.
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Navigation Control
The 4-way Navigation Control and the SET button allows you to access the various menus available from the On Screen Display (OSD). You can configure a wide range of settings to ensure maximum results from your photos and videos. Further functions of these buttons are as follows:
Macro Button
Up Button
Button Usage
SET 1. Confirm a selection when using the OSD menus.
2. In Record and Playback mode, press to change LCD screen display to show OSD icons and guide lines.
3. In ID mode, press to print out the photo when “Auto Review” is ON.
Flash/ Right
Macro/ Left
Up 1. In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu
Down 1. In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu
1. In Record mode, press to scroll through the flash mode options. (Auto, Anti Red-eye, Fill, Slow Sync and Off)
2. In Playback mode, press to view the next image, video or audio clip.
3. In Playback Video mode:
• Press to fast forward video playback
• Press again to continue normal playback
4. In ID mode, press to scroll through the flash mode options.
(Auto, Anti Red-eye, Fill, Slow Sync, M1/4, M1/2, M3/4, Full and Off)
5. In Menu, press to enter the submenu or to navigate through the menu selections.
1. In Record mode, press to turn on/off Macro.
2. In Playback mode, press to view the previous image, video or audio clip.
3. In Playback Video mode:
• Press to re-track video playback
• Press again to continue normal playback
4. In Menu, press to exit a submenu or to navigate through the menu selections.
selections.
2. In Playback Video/ Audio mode, press to Start/Pause video or audio playback.
3. In ID mode, press to navigate through the different formats.
selections.
2. In Playback Video/ Audio mode, press to Stop video or audio playback.
3. In ID mode, press to navigate through the different formats.
SET Button
Flash Button
Down Button
Navigation Control
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Notifications
Your camera gives feedback to users in two ways:
• LED Indicators
• Operation Sound
Led Indicators
Your camera is equipped with 2 LED indicators:
• Operation Lamp, located on top of your camera. See “Top View” on page 3 to locate the Operation Lamp, and
• Self-timer Lamp, located in the front of the camera. See “Front View” on page 3 to locate the Self-timer Lamp.
LED LED Status Camera Status
Operation
Off Power Off .
Lamp
Green (steady) Power On.
Ready to take pictures / record / playback.
Green (fast blinking) Camera busy or deleting / copying images
/ recording / data transfer is in progress.
Green (slow blinking) Playing slideshow or recording voice or
movie.
Self-timer LED
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Amber (steady) Power saving (sleep mode). Amber (very fast blinking) In Record mode, flash is charging or AF
error. In Playback mode, self-timer countdown
error. Amber (fast blinking) Battery low or card error. Amber (slow blinking) Error message: card locked, file / folder
error, no memory card, copy / format error. Off Self-timer off.
Red (fast blinking) Self-timer countdown is set between 3 to
10 seconds.
Red (slow blinking) Self timer countdown is set between 0 to 3
seconds.
Operation Sound
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Your camera is equipped with a buzzer for operation sound.
Buzzer Camera Status
One beep Denotes the start of an operation like recording and printing. Also
beeps when using menu and set properties. Two beeps Denotes completion of an operation. Three beeps Denotes low battery and other warning and error message like mem-
ory full and card error. Continuous beep Beeps every second for countdown if self-timer is set between 3 to
10 seconds. Beeps every half second if self-timer is set between 0 to
3 seconds. Beep goes off after the countdown. Shutter sound The shutter is pressed to record an image.
A startup sound can be set when you power on your camera in the sound setting menu. See “Setting Sounds” on page 53.
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Camera Memory
Internal memory
Y our camera is equipped with 32MB of internal memory. Users can store images up to 10MB. If there is no memory card inserted in the memory card slot, all images, videos and audio clips recorded are automatically stored in the internal memory.
External storage
Your camera supports SD cards of up to 4GB in size. It also supports SDHC cards with a maximum capacity of 8GB. If there is a storage card inserted in the memory slot, the camera automatically saves all images, videos and audio clips in the
external storage card. The icon indicates the camera is using SD card.
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Chapter 2: Getting Started
Getting Started
Attaching the Wrist Strap
Follow these instructions to attach the wrist strap to your camera to facilitate easy carrying:
1. Insert the short loop of the strap in the strap eyelet.
2. Thread the larger loop of the strap though the short loop and pull tight to attach the strap to the camera.
Inserting the Battery
Follow these instructions to insert the Li-ion battery into the battery compartment. Please read “Battery Information” on page v before inserting/removing batteries.
1. Make sure the power is off before inserting the batteries.
2. Open the battery compartment at the bottom of the camera.
3. Insert the battery into the compartment with the terminal facing inside the camera and the battery indent next to the compartment door.
4. Close the battery compartment.
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Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card
Expand your camera’s storage by using SD or SDHC memory cards. Your camera supports SD cards of up to 4GB and SDHC cards of up to 8GB in size.
Follow these instructions to insert the SD/SDHC card.
1. Open the battery compartment at the bottom of the camera.
2. Insert the SD/SDHC card into the memory card slot with the metallic part facing the front side of the camera.
3. Push the SD/SDHC card into the memory slot until it clicks into place.
4. Close the battery compartment.
Note
To remove the SD/MMC card, gently push the card until it pops out. Pull out the card carefully.
Charging the Battery
The battery that comes along with your package is not charged. Y ou need to charge the battery before using the camera.
1. Insert the battery into the battery charger as shown.
2. Connect the power cord to the battery charger.
3. Plug the power cord to the main outlet.
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The battery charging time is 2 hours.
Chapter 2: Getting Started
Battery icon on the LCD monitor indicates the battery level. See “LCD
Monitor Layout” on page 12.
Turning the Power On and Off
There are two ways to turn on the camera:
Press and hold the Power button for 0. 3 seconds. The start up image
displays briefly and the startup sound plays if enabled. The zoom lens extends and the camera is turned on in Record mode.
Press and hold the Play button for 0.3 seconds. The camera is turned on in
Playback mode. The zoom lens are not extended.
To turn off the camera, press the Power button. See “Modes” on page 11 to know more about Record and Playback mode.
Initial Settings
When you turn on your camera for the first time, you will be asked to do the initial settings of your camera.
When you turn the Power button on, the Language Menu is displayed on the LCD screen for you to setup the display language.
Setting the Language
1. Press , , or to move through the selection.
2. Select a language, then press SET to apply.
Setting the Date & Time
1. Press or to move through the selection.
2. Press or keys to change the value for the date and time.
3. Press SET to apply.
4. If necessary, press to close the menu.
Now, you are ready to start taking photos and videos.
Note
Holding down the or changes the values continuously.
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the batteries are removed for more than 48 hours, the Date & Time will have to be re-set.
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Modes
Your camera has two modes:
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ecord mode
• Set to Record mode to capture images and record videos and audio clips.
• Record mode can be further set to mode options like auto, movie and scene
selection modes. See "Selecting the Record mode options" below.
Pla
yback mode
• Set your camera to Playback mode to view and edit captured images and
playback videos and audio clips. You can also attach voice memo to images in this mode.
When you turn on your camera using the Power button, you are automatically turned on Record mode.
Switching between Record mode and Playback Mode
In Record mode, press the Play button to switch to Playback mode. In Playback mode, press the Play button to back to Record mode.
Selecting the Record mode options
Maximize the quality and ease of use of your camera by using the different mode options. The mode options allow you to capture images with preset settings according to scene conditions.
1. Set the camera to Record mode.
2. Press to launch Record Mode Menu.
3. Press to enter Record Mode submenu.
4. Select a mode.
5. Press the SET button to apply selected mode.
Note
For more information, see “Using the Record Menu” on page 27 Use the 4-way navigation control to move through the menu selections.
Record Mode Drive
Mode AEB AF Area AF Lamp Sharpness
.
Modes
OFF OFF
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Using the LCD Monitor
The high resolution 3” LCD monitor shows all important information regarding camera settings as well as the visual image of your photo or video. The display on the LCD monitor is called the On Screen Display or OSD.
LCD Monitor Layout
The following illustrations show the LCD monitor layout and icon descriptions.
Record Mode Screen Layout
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1 Record Mode Indicates the current mode. 2 Flash Indicates flash settings. 3 Self-timer / Burst Indicates drive mode settings. 4 Zoom indicator Displays zoom. 5 Shots remaining Indicates the remaining shots available. 6 Battery Indicates battery level. 7 Storage media Indicates current storage media in use. 8 Date stamp Indicates date stamp is enabled. 9 Stabilizer Indicates stabilizer function is enabled.
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10 Saturation Displays saturation settings. 11 Contrast Displays contrast settings. 12 Histogram Graphic display of ISO settings. 13 ISO Displays ISO settings. 14 Focus area Use to frame subject to capture. 15 Shake warning Indicates that the camera is shaking. 16 Shutter speed Displays shutter speed settings. 17 Aperture value Displays aperture settings. 18 Exposure Displays exposure settings. 19 AEB Displays AEB settings.
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20 Macro Indicates macro is enabled. 21 Face tracking Indicates face tracking is enabled. 22 White balance Displays white balance settings. 23 Metering Displays metering settings. 24 Sharpness Displays sharpness settings. 25 Quality Displays quality settings. 26 Resolution Displays resolution settings. 27 AF lamp Displays AF lamp is enabled.
ID format Displays the “CURRENT” ID format in use.
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Playback Mode Screen Layout
The Playback mode display varies depending on the type of image being viewed.
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4 File no. / Total no. 5 Battery Indicates battery level.
6 Storage media Indicates used storage memory. 7 Recording information Displays recording information of the file.
8 Button intro 9 DPOF Indicates the file is marked for printing.
10 Resolution Displays the resolution settings.
Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage card.
Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a movie or audio file.
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