Digital Camera
USER GUIDE
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© Jazwares, Inc. 2010
CONTENTS
Please read the instructions along with the camera carefully
before you use it, so that you can operate it conveniently.
WELCOME, Safety Tips & Battery Info 3- 4
Profile Overview, System Requirements & Precautions 5
Camera Controls
Using Your Camera
Instalation of Driver
Taking Photographs
Turning Off the Camera
Camera Modes
Downloading Pictures
Using the Digital Camera as Web Cam 12
Using the Digital Camera as PC Camera 13
Problem Solving 14
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Notes 15
Warranty
Camera Features & Specifications 14
Included in box:
• Digital Camera
• USB Cable -
• Software CD
• User Guide and Warranty
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Specifically to download pictures to the computer
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Sonic Digital Camera!
We hope you enjoy all the great features. To get the most out of
your Digital Camera please read this manual as it provides tips
and information about its various features.
SAFETY TIPS:
• Use this only as intended.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this unit
to rain or moisture.
• Do not submerge the unit in any liquid
• Do not disassemble
Battery Information:
Information: Requires 2 AAA / LR03 1.5V Batteries (not included).
Warning:
Different types of batteries or new batteries are not to be mixed.
Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium) batteries.
Do not use rechargeable batteries.
Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended, are to be used.
Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.
Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the toy.
Packaging must be kept as it contains important information.
The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
Only batteries of the equivalent type are to be used.
Dispose of batteries properly.
Do not dispose of batteries in fire ; batteries may explode or leak.
Please keep this instruction manual for future use.
Battery Operation:
Replacement of batteries must be done by an adult.
Remove the screw on the battery door with a screw driver.
Open the battery door.
Insert 2 AAA batteries with correct polarity into the battery compartment.
Close the battery compartment cover and tighten screw.
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Battery Information:
Battery Compartment
Requires 2 AAA / LR03 1.5V Batteries
(not included)
Screw
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Profile Overview:
This camera takes still video and acts as a PC Webcam. Through
the USB Cable provided, you can download the capture images
to your computer, or use the camera as a webcam for face-to-face
online chat with your friends the internet.
System Requirements:
• Microsoft win 98/2000/NT/ME/XP operation system
• 125MB or above free hard disk space, 32MB or more ROM
• Usable USB interface and CD-ROM
• Color Monitor with at least 800 x 600 24 net character or above
Precautions:
• Always download the images from camera before the battery is
discharged, otherwise, the images will be deleted automatically.
• When using the PC camera function it is not necessary to use
the battery as the computer will provide the power required trough the
the USB cable.
Camera Controls:
Viewfinder : Allows you to center your photos.
Status LCD Screen : Indicates amount of photos taken.
Shutter Button : Press the button to take your pictures.
Mode Button : Use this button to change the resolution, delete photos & more.
Battery Cover : Change the batteries by opening the battery compartment.
USB Connection : Use the USB cable to download your images to your computer.
Camera Lens : Keeping the lens clean will allow you to take better photos.
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Camera Controls:
Viewfinder
Camera
Lens
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Battery Compartment
Camera Controls:
USB
Connection
Viewfinder
Shutter Buttons
Mode
Button
Status LCD Screen
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Using Your Digital Camera:
Read carefully and start using your Sonic Digital Camera!
Installation Of Driver:
1. Make sure the camera is not conected to your computer. Load
the software CD to your PC.
2. Installation of Driver:
Click <Install Camera Drive> and follow the step-by-step instructions
to complete installation. After successful installation of driver, restart
your computer. A "Dual Mode Camera" folder will appear on your desktop.
Taking Photographs:
1.To turn on the camera, press the MODE BUTTON on the back.
The LCD data screen will appear.
2. Center your subject in the viewfinder.
3. Hold the camera steady, and press the Shutter Button to take photos;
4. When you hear the buzzer beep once, this indicates you have
taken a photo.
5. When the maximum number of photos have been taken, the buzzer will
sound continuously indicating no additional images can be shot.
NOTE: When taking photos, the louder sound indicates a successful
shot. A faint beep will indicate a failed shot. The digital camera is
capable of storing over 99 images, however, the LCD can only
display up to 99.
Turning Off The Camera:
1. Press MODE BUTTON until the data LCD displays "OFF".
2. Press the Shutter Button to turn off the camera swiftly.
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Camera Modes:
Hi
This is the default mode when the camera is turned on.
To take pictures in this mode, press the Shutter Button. A distinct beep
Hi-Resolution
Pictures
can be heard and a photo is taken. Automatically the number displayed
on the LCD screen will decrease by one.
NOTE : If the brightness is too low, 2 quick beeps are heard indicating that
the photo can not be taken.
Change the default settings by pressing the MODE BUTTON.
Continue pressing until your reach your desired mode.
Once the setting is displayed on the LCD, press Shutter Button to select.
Camera Mode Options
Hi
Hi-Resolution
Pictures
Continuous
Capture
Change To
Compressed
Mode
Ready To Close
Or Shutdown
Mode
Delete All
Change To
Normal
Mode
Self Timer
Mode
Delete Last
Change To
50 Hz
AVI Mode
Lo
Change to Low
Resolution
Change To
60 Hz
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Self Timer Mode:
to enter the 10 second time set.
Press the MODE BUTTON until the LCD screen shows Self Timer mode,
then press and hold the SHUTTER BUTTON
The digital camera will beep for every second.
After 10 seconds, the camera will take the picture.
Self Timer
Mode
NOTE: This function will not operate when the memory is full and the
maximum number of pictures have been taken.
AVI Mode:
Press the MODE BUTTON until the LCD screen shows AVI Mode,
then press the SHUTTER BUTTON, for continues video capture.
To stop the video capture, release the shutter button.
AVI Mode
NOTE: When the memory is full, the operation will stop and the
display will show “000”.
Continuous Capture Mode:
Press the MODE BUTTON until the LCD screen shows Continuous Capture,
then press the SHUTTER BUTTON .
The camera will continuously capture 3 photos.
Continuous
Capture
Deleting All Photos Saved In Memory:
Press the MODE BUTTON until the LCD screen shows Delete All,
then double press the SHUTTER BUTTON to confirm your choice.
All the photos stored in the camera will be deleted.
Delete All
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Deleting Last Photo Saved In Memory:
Press the MODE BUTTON until the LCD screen shows Delete Last,
then press the SHUTTER BUTTON to confirm your choice.
The last photo taken will be deleted.
Delete Last
Changing Resolution:
Lo
Change to Low
Resolution
The resolution governs how much detail is captured in each picture.
The default resolution is Hi.
Press the MODE BUTTON until the data LCD displays Low Mode.
Press the SHUTTER BUTTON to change resolution.
Image Compression:
Press the MODE BUTTON until the data LCD displays
the default compression mode Hd.
Press the SHUTTER BUTTON to change to
Change To
Compressed
Mode
Change To
Normal
Mode
"Lo" compression.
Frequency Selection:
Press MODE BUTTON until the LCD displays 60.
Press the SHUTTER BUTTON to shift to
50Hz power supply.
Change To
50 Hz
Change To
60 Hz
Automatic Power Off Feature:
To save battery power, the camera will automatically shut off when not used after 30 seconds.
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Do not connect the camera before the software is installed. Insert the CD in your CD-ROM drive.
When the photo memory is full, the operation will stop and the numbers 000 will appear
on the camera display.
Use the USB cable to connect the computer with the digital camera.
You will hear a "beep" sound indicating a successful connection.
DO NOT CONNECT YOUR CAMERA TO THE COMPUTER WHILE YOU INSTALL THE DRIVER.
After successful installation of driver, restart your computer.
Using Software CD:
After saving the photos you can empty the memory of your camera and begin taking pictures again.
Click the download icon on the center to download your images.
Note: After downloading the files from your camera, thumbnails of the images will be shown on
the twelve boxes of the program screen. Video images will be marked with an "AVI" logo on
the upper left-hand corner of the thumbnails.
Select the folder "Dual Mode Camera" on your
computer desktop or under the Program Menu.
Click on the "MYDSC" icon to open program.
Click on the “save photos” icon to save photos to
the computer.
Select location on the computer and click save.
Downloading Pictures:
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The digital camera supports most WebCam software applications such as Microsoft®,
Yahoo Messenger® etc. Used with these software applications, the digital camera functions
as a Web Cam. When your digital camera is connected to your computer, click the "play"
icon to activate the digital camera as Web Cam
Using The Digital Camera As Web Cam:
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Using The Digital Camera As PC Camera:
1. Click on the "Dual Mode Camera" folder on your computer desktop or under the Program Menu.
2. Click on the "PC Cam" icon to open the program.
If the Digital Camera does not start preview automatically, go to "Options" on the menu bar and
choose "Preview" to activate.
CHOOSING LOCATION FOR SAVING VIDEO FILES
1. Go to "File" on the menu bar and choose "Set Capture File" for choosing the default location
for saving.
2. Choose the desired location and name the file (be sure to include ".avi" after the file name)
3. Click "Open", the video recorded will be saved to this location automatically.
4 A pop-up menu will appear requesting for the desired disk space to set aside for captured file.
The default is set at 1MB. Click OK. (There is no need to enlarge the disk space set aside
because the program will automatically adjust when insufficient.)
ADJUSTING THE IMAGE SETTINGS
1. Go to "Options" on the menu bar and choose "Video Capture Filter…" for image setting.
2. Choose the desired level of "Brightness", "Contrast", "Saturation", "Sharpness",
and "White Balance".
3. Click "OK" or "Apply" to confirm setting. Otherwise, click "Cancel" to exit.
To return to default image setting, click "Default" and then "OK" or "Apply".
CHOOSING RESOLUTION OF VIDEO
1. Go to "Options" on the menu bar and choose "Video Capture Pin…" to choose the resolution
of the video that will be captured.
2. Choose the desired "Frame Rate" and the desired "Color Space/Compression"
and "Output Size".
3. Click "OK" or "Apply" to confirm setting. Otherwise, click "Cancel" to exit.
CHOOSING THE FRAME SET
1. Go to "Capture" on the menu bar and choose "Set Frame Rate" to set the desired "Frame per
Second" for the video that will be captured. Make sure the checkbox for the "Use Frame Rate"
is checked and enter desired Frame Rate per second.
2. Click "OK" to confirm, click "Cancel" to discontinue the setting.
CHOOSING THE TIME LIMIT FOR RECORDING
1. Go to "Capture" on the menu bar and choose "Set Time Limit" to set time limit for the video
that will be captured. Make sure the checkbox for the "Use Time Limit" is checked and enter
the desired Time Limit.
2. Click "OK" to confirm, click "Cancel" to discontinue the setting.
CAPTURING VIDEO
1. Go to "Capture" on the menu bar and choose "Start Capture" (the default saving location
must be set).
2. A pop-up window will appear requesting confirmation to proceed while showing the default
saving location. Click "OK" to begin video capturing.
3. The Digital Camera will begin capturing video with the timer on the bottom of the program screen.
When finished, go to "Capture" and choose "Stop Capture" to stop video capturing.
4. To save the file in location other than the default location, go to "File" on the menu bar and choose
"Save Captured Video As…". Choose the desired location and rename if necessary
(be sure to include "avi" after the file name), then click "Open" .
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Commonly Encountered Problems :
-Check the control panel/system settings, if is not present, reinstall it again.
Problem Solving:
When pressing the mode button camera does not turn on.
- Battery level is to low. You should replace the battery.
The camera cannot transfer photos on to the computer or
says there are no photos.
-Restart the computer and reconnect the camera.
Need More Help?
Do Not Return Item to Store.
Call 1-800-370-1827 and speak to a customer service representative.
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NOTES:
Sonic Digital Camera
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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 switching 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 experience radio/TV technician for help.
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WARRANTY COVERAGE
non - Jazwares, Inc. product or part not covered by this warranty.
Limited Ninety (90) Day Warranty:
Jazwares, Inc.’s warranty obligation is limited to the terms set forth below.
WHO IS COVERED
Jazwares, Inc. warrants the product to the original purchaser or the person receiving
the product as a gift against defects in material & workmanship as based on the date
of the original purchase from an authorized dealer or retailer. The original sales receipt
showing the product name & the purchase date from an authorized retailer is considered
such proof.
WHO IS COVERED
Jazwares, Inc. warranty covers new products if a mechanical defect arises & a
valid claim is received within the Ninety (90) Day Warranty Period. At its option,
Jazwares, Inc. will either (1) repair the product at no charge,using new or refurbished
replacement parts, or (2) exchange the product with a product that is new or which has
been manufactured from new, or serviceable used parts & is at least functionally
equivalent or most comparable to the original product in Jazwares, Inc.’s inventory,
or (3) refund the original purchase price of the product.
Jazwares, Inc. warrants replacement products or parts provided under this warranty
against defects in materials & workmanship from the date of the replacement or repair
for ninety (90) days or for the remaining portion of the original product’s warranty,
whichever provides longer coverage for you. When a product or part is exchanged,
any replacement item becomes your property and the replaced item becomes
Jazwares, Inc. property. If a refund is granted, your product becomes Jazwares, Inc. property.
Replacement product can only be sent if all warranty requirements are met.
Failure to follow all requirements can result in delay.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED - EXCLUSIONS & LIMITATIONS
The limited warranty applies only to the products manufactured by or for Jazwares, Inc.
that can be identified by the trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to it. This limited
warranty does not apply to any non Jazwares, Inc. hardware product or any software,
even if packaged or sold with the product. Non Jazwares, Inc. manufacturers, suppliers,
or publishers may provide a separate warranty for their own products packaged with the
bundled product. Jazwares, Inc. is not liable for any damage to or loss of any programs,
data or other information stored on any media contained within the product, or any
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WHAT IS NOT COVERED - EXCLUSIONS & LIMITATIONS
© Jazwares, Inc.
Limited Ninety (90) Day Warranty:
This warranty does not apply
(a) to damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse,
misapplication, or non - Jazwares, Inc. product,
(b) to damage caused by service performed by anyone other than Jazwares, Inc.
(c) to a product or a part that has been modified without the written permission
of Jazwares, Inc.
LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
• Shipping charges to return defective product to Jazwares, Inc.
• Product repair and/or part replacement because of improper installation, connections
to improper voltage supply, abuse, neglect, accident, unauthorized repair or other
cause not within the control of Jazwares, Inc.
• Damage or claims for products not being available for use, or for lost data or
lost software.
• Damage occurring to product during shipping.
• A product that requires modification or adaptation to enable it to operate in any country
other then the country for which it was designed, manufactured approved and/or authorized,
or repair of products damaged by these modifications.
• Product lost in shipment and no signature verification receipt can be provided.
• Failure to operate per Owner’s Manual.
RMA REQUIREMENT
If Jazwares, Inc.’s Customer Service verifies that the product is defective,
the Return Authorization Department will issue an RMA number to be placed on
the outer package of the product. Jazwares, Inc. can not accept any product that
does not include an RMA number on the package.
BEFORE RETURNING ANY PRODUCT, CONTACT JAZWARES, INC. CUSTOMER SERVICE.
Customer service is available 9-6 EST at 1-800-370-1877.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY FOR THE CONSUMER. JAZWARES, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY
ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT
IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state to state.
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Camera Features & Specifications:
Image Sensor: 300K Pixel CMOS sensor
Internal Memory: 2MB built-in SDRAM
Modes: Digital video recording (no sound) - still photos - PC Camera
Resolution: 320x240(QVGA)
File Formats: 24-bit JPEG/AVl
Storage Capacity: -VGA 26 images 52 compressed
-QVGA 104 images 208 compressed
-AVI ~20 seconds
Status display: 888 Monochrome LCD Display
Interface: USB 1.0
Video Frame Rate: 8-12fps (QVGA)
Lens: Fixed; f=6.00mm
Focus: Settings 30cm~infinity (Normal)
Aperture: F2.8
Power source: 2 AAA (Not included)
Power control: Auto power off after 30 seconds without operation
Self timer: 10 seconds
Viewfinder: Built-in
Auto off system time: 30seconds
Low voltage alarm: Auto
Dimensions: 95mm(L)x65mm(W)x21(min)~27(max)mm(H)
Weight: 1.94oz (without battery)
Number Of Pictures
Stored In Memory
Without
Compression
With
Compression
Other brand names mentioned herein are
for identification purposes only and may be
trademarks of their respective holder(s).
Digital Camera
High
Resolution
26 104
52 208
Low
Resolution
Jazwares Inc.
555 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway
Sunrise, Fl. 33325
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