Jazz jdc230 User Manual

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INDEX

Preface & FCC statement
Precautions

1. Getting to know your digital camera:

1.1 Functions and characteristics

1.2 Technical specifications

1.3 Computer System compatibility :

1.4 Camera functions

2. Using your digital camera

2.1 Battery loading

2.2 Changing function modes

2.3 Taking photos

2.4 Sleep mode (automatic energy-saving)

2.5 Self-Timer mode

2.6 AVI mode

2.7 Continuous shooting

2.8 Deleting all the photos saved to memory

2.9 Deleting the last photos saved to memory

2.10 Modifying resolution "LO"’

2.11 Modify the compression mode

2.12 Modifying frequency

3. Installation and Utilization of the software program

4. Problem-solving

5. Downloading Images

6. PC/Webcam Function

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Preface

l Congratulations on your purchase of this digital camera.
l Please read this manual carefully to maximize your enjoyment when using

this camera. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference.

l Before taking pictures at important events please take and download some

test pictures first to know how to operate the camera, check the battery
power and achieve best performance.

Every effort has been made to ensure that the content of this manual is correct
and up-to-date at time of printing. However, no guarantee is made regarding the
accuracy of the contents as we reserve right to make improvements or minor
changes without notice to the product and to the manual.

FCC statement

FCC part 15.21
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

FCC part 15.105
NOTE: 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

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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.

Pertinent testing documentation is available for verification.

Precautions
Important notes on picture-taking

l Before you record one-time important events such as wedding, please take

and download some test pictures first to ensure the camera and battery
work well. Manufacturer will not be responsible for any consequential loss
in the event of failure to capture images.

l Use only recommended batteries. If batteries become exhausted, remove

old and install new batteries, but first - download images to computer as the
data from camera’s memory will be deleted when batteries are removed.

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* Body static-electricity may cause your camera to power off. Simply restart

and the camera will operate again.

l Keep your camera from becoming moist or wet. Water or moisture entering

the camera may cause camera to malfunction or may even cause
permanent damage.

Protection of captured data

l Do NOT turn off the camera or remove batteries while the camera is

processing as the data being stored will be lost. Removing batteries will
cause all data in memory to be deleted.

l Always protect important data by making a back up copy.
l Some images may be protected by copyright. So please ensure you comply

with all legal requirements in capturing or copying images or video.

Moisture and condensation

Moisture may condense inside or outside of the camera when you bring it
from cold (say outdoors) to warm (say heated home) environment. The
moisture may cause temporary malfunction of the camera.
Do NOT turn ON the camera immediately but wait about an hour for the
moisture to evaporate. If you shoot prematurely with some moisture
remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images or video.

Camera care and cleaning

l If necessary clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened

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with water, then wipe the surface with a dry soft cloth

l Keep the lens clean from dust, fingerprints or moisture to avoid blurry

images.

l Keep your camera away from following aggressive chemical substances

as they may damage the camera: thinner, benzene, alcohol, liquid soap,
sunscreen, etc.

l Avoid touching the camera lens with your hand.

Protection of camera

l Do NOT use camera in very damp or extreme weather conditions.
l Do NOT drop or knock the product. Your camera is a delicate electronic

device. Rough handling may damage the internal components or affect the
settings.

l Do NOT use or store camera in dusty, dirty or sandy or damp environment

as the elements may damage the camera. Keep camera clean and dry.

l Do NOT store camera in extremely hot environment (such as inside a

parked car during bright sunshine). High temperatures may shorten the life
of electronic devices, and may even damage some parts.

l Do NOT store camera in extremely cold environment to avoid moisture

condensation that can damage electronic circuits or components.

l Do NOT store the camera for a long time with batteries installed. Remove

batteries when not using for extended period.

l Do NOT attempt to open the housing of the camera as there is risk of

electric shock. Refer to qualified service personnel if servicing is needed.