HP SB360 User Manual
HP SB360
Digital Camera
User Manual
Table of Contents
Preface iv
Copyright .......................................................................................................................iv
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance .................................................... iv
Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................ iv
Trademark Recognition ...................................................................................................iv
Safety and Handling Precautions .................................................................................... v
Camera Information .........................................................................................................v
Battery Information .........................................................................................................v
Battery safety notice ........................................................................................................v
Camera & battery recycle notice ...................................................................................... vi
Camera on operating notice ............................................................................................ vi
Using this Menu ............................................................................................................. vii
Photography Terms and Denitions ................................................................................. vii
Package Contents ............................................................................................................1
Camera Views .................................................................................................................. 1
Front View ......................................................................................................................1
Back View .......................................................................................................................2
Top View .........................................................................................................................2
Bottom View ...................................................................................................................2
Left View ........................................................................................................................2
Navigation Control ..........................................................................................................3
Attaching the Wrist Strap ................................................................................................3
Inserting the Battery ....................................................................................................... 3
Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card ..............................................................................4
Charging the Battery .......................................................................................................5
Initial Settings .................................................................................................................5
Setting the Language .......................................................................................................5
Setting the Date & Time ..................................................................................................6
Modes ..............................................................................................................................6
Shooting mode ................................................................................................................6
Playback mode ................................................................................................................6
Switching between Shooting mode and Playback Mode ......................................................6
Selecting the Shooting mode options ................................................................................6
LCD Monitor Layout and Icon Descriptions ..................................................................... 7
Shooting mode Screen Layout ..........................................................................................7
Playback Mode Screen Layout ..........................................................................................8
Changing the LCD Monitor Display .................................................................................. 12
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Shooting Image 14
Taking Photos ................................................................................................................14
Using the Stabilizer .......................................................................................................14
Setting the Zoom Control .............................................................................................. 15
Using Flash ....................................................................................................................15
Setting the Focus Mode ................................................................................................. 16
Using the Shooting Functions .......................................................................................17
Shooting Mode ..............................................................................................................17
Resolution .....................................................................................................................17
Quality ..........................................................................................................................17
EV Compensation ..........................................................................................................18
White Balance ...............................................................................................................18
ISO ..............................................................................................................................19
Metering .......................................................................................................................19
Color Mode ...................................................................................................................19
Using the Record Menu ................................................................................................. 21
Setting the Scene Mode ................................................................................................. 21
Using Smile Capture Scene ............................................................................................. 24
Using Blink Detection Mode ............................................................................................26
Using Aperture Priority Mode ..........................................................................................26
Using Manual Exposure Mode ........................................................................................27
Setting the Self-Timer/Burst ...........................................................................................28
Setting the AEB .............................................................................................................29
Setting the AF Area .......................................................................................................29
Setting the AF Lamp ......................................................................................................29
Setting Sharpness ..........................................................................................................30
Setting Saturation ..........................................................................................................30
Setting Contrast ............................................................................................................30
Setting the Digital Zoom ................................................................................................31
Setting the Date Stamp .................................................................................................. 31
Setting Auto Review ......................................................................................................32
Setting the Active Z-Lighting ..........................................................................................32
Recording Movies .......................................................................................................... 33
Setting the Movie Size....................................................................................................33
YouTube Mode ..............................................................................................................33
Recording Voices ...........................................................................................................34
Using the Viewing Functions 35
Viewing in Single Navigation ........................................................................................35
Viewing thumbnails .......................................................................................................35
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Zooming images ............................................................................................................ 36
Playing Movies ............................................................................................................... 36
To capture screenshot image from a movie clip ................................................................37
Playing Voice Recording ................................................................................................ 37
Playing Voice Memo ......................................................................................................38
Deleting an Image/Video/Audio ................................................................................... 38
Using the Delete Button ................................................................................................. 38
Playback Menu ..............................................................................................................39
Slide Show ....................................................................................................................39
Delete ..........................................................................................................................40
Protect .........................................................................................................................40
Red Eye Correction ........................................................................................................40
Voice Memo ..................................................................................................................41
Photo Edit .....................................................................................................................42
Z-Lighting .....................................................................................................................43
Rotate ..........................................................................................................................43
Trim .............................................................................................................................43
Resize ...........................................................................................................................44
Startup Image ...............................................................................................................45
DPOF ............................................................................................................................45
PictBridge .....................................................................................................................46
Using the Setup Menu ...................................................................................................46
Making Connections 47
Connecting the Camera to a PC .....................................................................................47
Connecting the Camera to a Printer .............................................................................. 47
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 48
Specications ................................................................................................................49
Getting Help ..................................................................................................................51
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Preface
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 2009
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
modications 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 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. 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.
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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 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.
The type of battery and the battery power level may cause the lens to not extend or retract •
properly.
Battery safety notice
If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a re or even chemical
burns. Observe the following cautions.
Do not disassemble.•
Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering, •
dropping or stepping on it.
Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery •
terminals.
Do not expose to high temperature above 45°C (113°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car •
parked in the sun.
Do not incinerate or dispose of in re.•
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.•
Be sure to charge the battery pack using a device that can charge the batter pack.•
Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.•
Keep the battery pack dry.•
Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.•
Replace the battery with the specied type only. Otherwise, re or injury may result. Do not
expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
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Lithium-ion Battery Warning
Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Camera & battery recycle notice
In the European Union, do not discard this product and battery as unsorted municipal waste.
Contact local authorities for recycling program information.
Camera on operating notice
On operating temperatures
Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and
104°F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended.
Do not use/ store the camera in the following places
In an extremely hot, cold or humid place. In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the •
camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction.
Under direct sunlight or near a heater. The camera body may become discolored or •
deformed, and this may cause a malfunction.
In a location subject to rocking vibration•
Near strong magnetic place•
In sandy or dusty places. Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may •
cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired.
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Using this Menu
Note
Warning
Symbols used in this manual are explained below:
This indicates useful information when using your camera.
This indicates warning message that should be read before using the function.
Photography Terms and Denitions
Terms Denitions
A simple technique professional photographers use to ensure they properly
auto exposure
bracketing (AEB)
expose their pictures, especially in challenging lighting situations. When AEB is
selected, the camera automatically takes three or more shots with a different
exposure for each frame.
Autofocus refers to a camera lens’ ability to adjust its conguration in order
to focus properly on a subject regardless of whether it is near or far from the
autofocus (AF)
album
Analog to Digital
Converter (A/D or ADC)
aspect ratio cf. image aspect ratio, pixel aspect ratio.
auto white balance
(AWB)
Charge Coupled Device
(CCD)
compression cf. image compression, sound le compression
camera. Autofocus lenses generally provide vastly superior image quality than
do their xed focus cousins since they do not have to rely on their depth of
eld. Also known as: “AF”, “auto-focus”
An end-user created object that is used to logically group data objects
according to some user-dened criteria. An album may or may not be a
physical folder in a lesystem.
A circuit that converts an analog signal, having a continuously varying
amplitude, to a digitally quantized representation using binary output signals.
With auto white balance, the camera attempts to determine the color
temperature of the light and automatically adjust for that color temperature.
Many people just leave the camera set to auto white balance all the time.
A type of silicon integrated circuit used to convert light into an electronic
signal.
connection
Digital Print Order
Format (DPOF)
A transport-provided logical or physical persistent mechanism for transferring
data between devices.
A standardized ASCII le created in a digital camera and stored on removable
media along with the image les that indicate how many copies of which
images should be printed. It also allows index prints, cropping, and text
overlays to be specied.
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Terms Denitions
A camera incorporating an image sensor which outputs a digital signal
digital still camera (DSC)
dynamic range cf. ISO DSC dynamic range, colour gamut, luminance ratio
Exif/JPEG
exposure index
representing a still picture, or records a digital signal representing a still
picture on a removable medium, such as a memory card or magnetic disk.
A compressed le format for digital cameras in which the images are
compressed using the baseline JPEG standard, described in ISO 12234-2,
and metadata and thumbnail images are stored using TIFF tags within an
application segment at the beginning of the JPEG le.
A numerical value that is inversely proportional to the exposure provided to
an image sensor to obtain an image. Images obtained from a camera using a
range of exposure index values will normally provide a range of image quality
levels.
le system
folder
ISO speed
JPEG
memory card
PC
protocol Dened mechanisms for exchanging data between devices.
StorageID
The software structure which species how the data are logically organized on
a given storage medium.
An optional sub-structure in a hierarchical storage area that can contain data
objects.
A numerical value calculated from the exposure provided at the focal plane of
an electronic camera to produce specied camera output signal characteristics
using the methods described in the referenced standard. The ISO speed
should correlate with the highest exposure index value that provides peak
image quality for normal scenes.
Joint Photographic Experts Group. An image compression method dened in
ISO/IEC 10918-1.
A specic type of memory module with a physical form factor approximating
that of a credit card in outline; approx. 85 mm x 55 mm.
Personal Computer. Any personal computing device, which may employ various
hardware architectures and operating systems.
A device-specic four byte unsigned integer (UINT32) that represents a unique
storage area that may contain data objects. The most signicant sixteen bits
of a StorageID represents the PhysicalStorageID, while the least signicant
sixteen bits of a StorageID represents the LogicalStorageID.
USB
white balance
Universal serial bus, a digital interface for connecting up to 64 devices in a
tiered-star topology. See http://www.usb.org.
The adjustment of electronic still picture color channel gains or image
processing so that radiation with relative spectral power distribution equal to
that of the scene illumination source is rendered as a visual neutral.
Source: ISO/WE 12231 Photography-- Electronic still-picture cameras -- Terminology
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Package Contents
Please check the contents of your camera package. It should contain:
Digital camera Li-ion battery Battery charger
Wrist strap
CD-ROM Quick Start guide Warranty card
Camera Views
Front View
1. Flash 2. Self-timer LED /AF Assist Lamp
USB cable Power cord
3. Zoom Lens
4. Microphone
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Back View
7. Zoom buttons
5. LCD screen
6. Menu button
Top View
Bottom View
8. Play button
9. SET button /4-way
navigation control
10. FUNC / Delete button
11. Shutter button 12. Stabilizer button
14. Power button13. LED indicator
15. Battery/ SD card
Left View
16. USB
compartment
17. Speaker
18. Tripod Hole
19. Strap ring
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Navigation Control
You can choose camera settings by pressing the 4-way control or the button.
Left/Macro:1.
Scrolls left in menus.•
Activates Macro mode or Auto Focus mode.•
Up:2.
Scrolls up in menus.•
Right/Flash:3.
Scrolls right in menus.•
Selects a ash mode.•
2. Up Button
1. Macro Butto
5. SET Button
3. Flash Button
Down:4.
Scrolls down in menus.•
5. : Conrms a chosen setting.
Attaching the Wrist Strap
Insert the short loop of the strap in the strap 1.
eyelet.
Thread the larger loop of the strap though the 2.
short loop and pull tight to attach the strap to
the camera.
4. Down Button
Inserting the Battery
Please read “Battery Information” on page v before inserting/removing batteries.
Make sure the power is off before inserting the batteries.1.
Open the battery compartment at the bottom of the camera.2.
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Insert the battery into the compartment 3.
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K
with the terminal facing inside the
camera and the battery indent next to the
compartment door.
Close the battery compartment.4.
Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card
Open the battery compartment 1.
at the bottom of the camera.
Insert the SD/SDHC card into the memory 2.
card slot with the metallic part facing the
front side of the camera.
Push the SD/SDHC card into the memory 3.
slot until it clicks into place.
Close the battery compartment.4.
To remove the SD/SDHC card
Open the battery compartment.1.
Gently push the card until it pops out.2.
Pull out the card carefully.3.
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Charging the Battery
The battery that comes along with your
package is not charged. You need to charge
the battery before using the camera.
Insert the battery into the battery 1.
charger as shown.
Connect the power cord to the battery 2.
charger.
Plug the power cord to the main outlet.3.
The battery charging time is 2 hours.
The battery icon
on the LCD monitor indicates the battery level.
Initial Settings
You will be prompted to set up the language and the date and time when the camera is turned
on for the rst time.
Setting the Language
Press 1. , , or to move through the selection.
Select a language, then press SET to apply.2.
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Setting the Date & Time
Note
OFF
OFF
Shooting Mode
Self-Timer/Burst
AEB
AF Area
AF Lamp
Sharpness
Note
Press 1. or to move through the selection.
Press 2.
or keys to change the value for the date and time.
Press SET to apply.3.
If necessary, press 4.
• Holding down the or changes the values continuously.
• If the batteries are removed for more than 48 hours, the Date & Time will have to be re-set.
Modes
Your camera has two modes:
Shooting mode
Set to Shooting mode to capture images and record videos and audio clips.•
Shooting mode can be further set to mode options like auto, movie and scene selection •
modes. See “Selecting the Shooting mode options” below.
Playback 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.
to close the menu.
When you turn on your camera using the Power button, you are automatically turned on to
Shooting mode.
Switching between Shooting mode and Playback Mode
In Shooting mode, press the Play button to switch to Playback mode.
In Playback mode, press the Play button to switch back to Shooting mode.
Selecting the Shooting mode options
The mode options allow you to capture images with preset settings according to scene
conditions.
Set the camera to Shooting mode.1.
Press 2.
Select 3. Shooting Mode, then press
Select a mode.4.
Press the 5. SET button to apply selected mode.
to launch Shooting mode Menu.
to enter submenu.
Use the 4-way navigation control to move through the menu selections.
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LCD Monitor Layout and Icon Descriptions
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AUTO
F 3.1F 3.11/ 301/ 300.0EV0.0EV
12M
Shooting mode Screen Layout
1 2 3 4 5
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26
25
24
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No. Item Description
1 Shooting mode Indicates the current mode.
2 Flash Indicates ash settings.
3 Self-Timer/Burst Indicates Self-Timer/Burst 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.
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.
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No. Item Description
AUTO
F 3.1F 3.1
1/ 30
1/ 300.0EV0.0EV
12M
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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.
20 Macro Indicates macro is enabled.
21 Face tracking Indicates face tracking is enabled.
22 White balance Displays white balance settings.
23 Active Z-Lighting Indicates Z-lighting is enabled.
24 Metering Displays metering settings.
25 Sharpness Displays sharpness settings.
26 Quality Displays quality settings.
27 Resolution Displays resolution settings.
28 AF lamp Indicates AF lamp is enabled.
Playback Mode Screen Layout
The Playback mode display varies depending on the type of image being viewed.
Playback mode display of still images:
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9
2 3 4
5
6
7
8
8
No. Item Description
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2
3
4
5
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Playback mode Indicates playback mode.
Protect Indicates le is protected.
Voice memo Indicates voice memo is attached.
File no. / Total no.
Battery Indicates battery level.
Storage media Indicates used storage memory.
Recording information Displays recording information of the le.
Button intro
DPOF Indicates the le is marked for printing.
Indicates the le number over the total number
of les in the storage card.
Indicates the button to press on the camera to
play a movie or audio le.
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Playback mode of videos:
Resolution Displays the resolution settings.
1 2 3 4
5
6
7
8
9
00:00:0100:00:01
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11 9
10
No. Item Description
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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Playback mode Indicates playback mode.
Protect Indicates le is protected.
Voice memo Indicates voice memo is attached.
File no. / Total no.
Battery Indicates battery level.
Storage media Indicates used storage memory.
Recording information Displays recording information of the le.
Button intro
Played time Indicates played time.
Key indicator
Indicates the le number over the total number
of les in the storage card.
Indicates the button to press on the camera to
play a movie or audio le.
Indicates the buttons to press on the camera to
apply the functions.
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12
Playing status Displays playing status.
Volume Indicates volume settings.
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