Minox DC 2122 User Guide
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.
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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 Computer, Inc.
SDTM is a trademark.
PhotoSuite, PhotoVista and the MGI logo are trademarks or registered trade-
marks of MGI Software Corp.
Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems
Incorporated.
Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective owners.
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READ THIS FIRST
Please start by reading the important messages below first.
1. The bundled driver, software, design, specifications and user’s manual that
packaged with the camera are subject to change without notice.
2. The accessories that come with the camera may vary between regions.
3. For driver update, you can contact the dealer who you purchased the camera
from for help.
4. We are not liable whatsoever for any compensation arising from errors in descriptions in this user’s manual.
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WARNINGS
Do not use the camera if it is emitting smoke, becomes unusually hot to be
touched, emitting any unusual odor or noise, or if it is in any other abnormal
states. Operating the camera in any of these situations may cause a fire or an
electrical shock. Stop using the camera immediately, turn the camera off, and
then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC power adapter). (If you are
using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet
after you have disconnected the camera.) After checking that smoke is no longer
being emitted, contact your dealer or your local authorized service facility and
request repairs. Never attempt to repair the camera yourself as this is dangerous.
Do not use the camera if any foreign objects have entered the camera. Turn the
camera off, and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC power
adapter). (If you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the
AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera.) Then contact your
dealer or your local authorized service facility. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
If the camera has been dropped or if the camera case has been damaged, turn
the camera off, and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC power
adapter). (If you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the
AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera.) Then contact your
dealer or your local authorized service facility. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not place the camera in any unstable locations such as on a wobbly table or
sloping surface where the camera may fall or tip over and cause injury.
Do not expose the camera to moisture and make sure that there is no water
getting into the camera. Take particular care when using the camera under
extreme weather conditions such as rain or snow, or when operating the camera at the beach on near water. Water in the camera may cause a fire or an
electrical shock.
Do not attempt to modify the camera. This may cause a fire or an electrical
shock.
Do not remove the camera casing. This may cause an electrical shock. Internal
inspection, maintenance and repairs should only be carried out by your dealer
or local authorized service facility.
Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm if you are using the AC
power adapter. This may cause an electrical shock.
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CAUTIONS
Do not place the camera in damp or dusty locations. This may cause a fire or an
electrical shock.
Do not place the camera in a location affected by oil fumes or steam, such as
near a cooking stove or humidifier. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Exposure to high temperatures may adversely affect the camera case and in-
ternal components and may cause a fire.
Do not cover or wrap the camera or the AC power adapter with a cloth or quilt.
This may cause heat to build up and distort the case and cause a fire. Always
use the camera and its accessories in well-ventilated locations
Handle the camera carefully and do not bump the camera into any hard object.
Handling the camera roughly may cause a malfunction.
Do not move the camera while it is switched on. (If you are using the AC power
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adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you have switched
off the camera.) Ensure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are
disconnected before moving the camera. Failure to do so may damage the
cords or cables and cause a fire or an electrical shock.
When leaving the camera unused for long periods, such as during a vacation,
always unplug the camera from the power source (batteries or AC power
adapter) for safety. (if you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter
from the AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera.) Failure to
do so could result in a fire.
Do not use batteries other than those specified for use with the camera. The
use of unsuitable batteries may result in the batteries splitting or leaking and
causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment.
When fitting batteries into the camera, check the polarity markings on the bat-
tery (- and +) to ensure that you insert the battery correctly. Incorrect battery
polarity may result in the batteries splitting or leaking and causing a fire, injury,
or soiling of the battery compartment.
Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period of
time. The batteries may leak and cause a fire, injury or soiling of the battery
compartment. If the batteries leak, clean and wipe the battery compartment
carefully and install new batteries. Wash your hands carefully if you touch the
battery fluid.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................ 7
Overview ................................. 7
Package contents ................... 7
Common (Optional) Accessories
................................................ 7
GETTING TO KNOW
THE CAMERA ................... 8
Front view ................................ 8
Rear view ................................ 9
Mode dial ................................ 10
LED indicators......................... 10
Status LCD .............................. 11
LCD monitor information ......... 12
GETTING STARTED ......... 13
Installing the batteries ............. 13
Using the AC power adapter .. 13
Loading a SD memory card .... 14
Attaching the strap.................. 14
Choosing the language........... 15
Setting the date and time ........ 15
Setting the image resolution
and quality .............................. 16
RECORD MODE ................ 17
Taking pictures ........................ 17
Using the viewfinder ...................... 17
Using the LCD monitor .................. 18
Using the normal mode .......... 18
Using the digital zoom ............ 19
Using the self-timer ................. 20
Using the macro mode ........... 21
Using the flash ........................ 21
Taking pictures manually ........ 23
PLAYBACK MODE ............ 24
Viewing images ....................... 24
Zoom Playback ....................... 25
Displaying thumbnail images .. 26
Slideshow display ................... 26
Deleting images ...................... 27
MOVIE MODE .................... 28
Recording video clips ............. 28
Viewing video clips ................. 29
TRANSFERRING RECORDED
IMAGES TO YOUR
COMPUTER ....................... 30
Step 1: Installing the USB driver
on Windows computers .......... 31
Installing the USB driver
on Macintosh computers ........ 31
Step 2: Connecting the camera
to your computer ..................... 31
Step 3: Downloading images/video
clips......................................... 32
For computers running Windows .. 32
For computers running Mac OS .... 32
INSTALLING
MGI PHOTOSUITE ............ 33
INSTALLING
MGI PHOTOVISTA ............ 34
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MENU OPTIONS ............... 35
Record menu .......................... 35
LCD BRIGHTNESS ........................ 35
QUICK VIEW ................................. 35
DIGITAL ZOOM ............................. 35
WHITE BALANCE .......................... 35
EV COMPENSATION ..................... 36
SHARPNESS ................................. 36
EXIT ............................................... 36
Playback menu ....................... 37
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LCD BRIGHTNESS ........................ 37
SLIDE SHOW ................................. 37
COPY TO CARD ............................ 37
DELETE ALL .................................. 37
DPOF ............................................. 38
EXIT ............................................... 38
Movie menu............................. 39
LCD BRIGHTNESS ........................ 39
EXIT ............................................... 39
Setup menu ............................. 40
DATE/TIME .................................... 40
LANGUAGE ................................... 40
SOUND .......................................... 40
FORMAT MEDIA ............................ 40
VIDEO MODE ................................ 41
AUTO POWER OFF ....................... 41
RESET TO DEFAULT ..................... 42
CONNECTING THE CAMERA
TO OTHER DEVICES ........ 43
CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS
........................................... 44
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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Your new digital camera delivers high quality, 1600x1200 resolution images using
a 2.1 Mega pixel CCD imager. Using either the optical viewfinder or the 1.6" TFT
color image LCD monitor, you can compose images and then examine them in
detail. An auto-flash sensor automatically detects the shooting (lighting) conditions and determines whether the flash should be used. This feature helps ensure
that your images turn out right.
8MB internal (built-in) memory lets you capture and store images without the need
for an additional memory card. However, you may wish to expand the memory
capacity (up to 128MB capacity) by using an external memory card.
In addition to still images, you can record short videos using the movie function.
Images you have taken can be downloaded to your computer using the USB cable
(USB driver required for Win98 and Mac OS 8.6) You can enhance and retouch
your images on your computer by using the provided editing software, or image
editing software you may already own. You may share your images with your friends
via e-mail, in a report, or on a website.
DPOF functionality allows you to print your images on a DPOF compatible printer
by simply inserting the memory card.
Package contents
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Carefully unpack your package and make sure that you have the following items.
Common Product Components:
Digital camera USB cable
Video cable Software CD-ROM
User’s manual Camera strap
Camera pouch
Common (Optional) Accessories:
SD memory card
(up to 128MB capacity)
AC power adapter
2 x AA alkaline batteries
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GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMERA
Front view
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1. Status LCD
2. Shutter button
3. Viewfinder window
4. Lens cover
5. Focus switch
6. Flash button
7. Quality/Resolution button
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8. Flash
9. Lens
10. Strap eyelet
11. DC IN jack
12. USB connector
13. Self-timer lamp
Rear view
1. Arrow button (up)
2. Arrow button (left)
Self-timer button
3. OKOK button
Digital zoom button
4. Arrow button (right)
5. Arrow button (down)
Delete button
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1. LED indicator
2. Viewfinder
3. LCD monitor
4. LCD button
5. Menu button
6. Power button
7. Mode dial
8. Battery/SD card cover
9. VIDEO OUT jack
10.Tripod socket
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Mode dial
1. Record mode
2. Playback mode
3. Setup mode
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Mode Description
Record Mode Use this mode to capture still images.
Playback mode Use this mode to view images & videos, delete
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Setup mode Use this mode to adjust camera settings.
Movie mode Use this mode to record video (movie) clips.
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images & video clips, view a slide show, view thumbnail displays.
4. Movie mode
LED indicators
Indicator Status Description/Activity Sound
LED Indicator Solid red The camera is powering up. No
LED Indicator Blinking red Camera system error Yes *(3)
LED Indicator Solid orange Charging the flash No
LED Indicator Blinking orange Image is being recorded to No
the memory card.
LED Indicator Blinking orange USB communication/transfer in progress No
LED Indicator Solid green The camera is ready to record Yes *(1)
images (or movies).
Self-timer Blinking red The self-timer function is activated. Yes *(1)
Indicator
——Error message Yes *(3)
——Valid button event Yes *(1)
*(3) The camera sounds three beeps.
*(1) The camera sounds one beep.
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Status LCD
Flash mode
Auto flash
Red-eye reduction
Fill flash (on)
Flash off
Slow synchro
Image resolution
1600 x 1200 pixels
800 x 600 pixels
Self-timer mode
Card indicator
Digital indicator (This display varies according to the camera mode setting.)
Displays the estimated shots that you can take in Record mode .
Displays the estimated seconds that you can record for the video clip in Movie
mode .
Displays the current number of the recorded image in Playback mode .
Displays “PC” when connecting the camera to your computer by using the USB
cable.
Image quality
Fine
Normal
Basic
Macro mode
Battery check
Full battery power
Medium battery power
Low battery power
Virtually No battery power
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LCD monitor information
The displayed indicators when recording still images:
The displayed indicators when recording video clips:
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The displayed indicators when playing images back:
The displayed indicators when playing video clips back:
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GETTING STARTED
You can use either 2 AA size batteries (Alkaline, Ni-MH) or an AC power adapter
(optional accessory) to power the camera. Battery power is convenient for recording
images or video clips while AC adapter power is recommended for transferring
images to your computer.
Installing the batteries
1. Make sure the camera is off.
2. Slide the battery/SD card cover in the direction of the OPEN arrow.
3. Insert the batteries according to the correct
polarity marks (+ or -).
4. Close the battery/SD card cover firmly.
NOTE
• If you won’t be using the batteries for an extended period of time, remove them from the ca-
mera to prevent leaks or corrosion.
• Never use manganese batteries.
• Never use different types of batteries (together) or mix old and new batteries.
• Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the
battery life and reduce camera performance.
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Using the AC power adapter
(optional accessory)
1. Make sure the camera is off.
2. Open the DC IN jack cover and connect one
end of the AC power adapter to the DC IN
jack on the camera.
3. Connect the other end to an electrical outlet.
NOTE
• Make sure to use only the specified AC power adapter for the camera. Otherwise, it may cause
damages to the camera, which is not covered under the warranty.
• To prevent unexpected auto power off resulting from no battery power left during the process
of transferring your images to the computer, use the AC power adapter as a power supply.
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Loading a SD memory card
LOCK LOCK
(optional accessory)
The camera comes with 8MB of internal
memory, allowing you to store images and video
clips in the camera. However, you can expand
the memory capacity by using an optional SD
memory card so that you can store additional
images and video clips.
1. Make sure the camera is off.
2. Slide the battery/SD card cover in the direction of the OPEN arrow.
3. Insert the SD memory card.
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The front side of the memory card (printed arrow) should face towards the front side of
the camera.
If the card cannot be inserted, check the orientation.
4. Close the battery/SD card cover.
To remove the SD memory card, make sure the camera is off. Open the
battery/SD card cover. Press lightly on the edge of the memory card and it will
eject.
NOTE
• To prevent valuable data from being accidentally
erased from an SD card you can slide the write
protect tab (on the side of the SD memory card) to
“LOCK”.
• To save, edit, or erase data on an SD memory card,
you must unlock the card.
Write protection
tab
Write protection
state
Attaching the strap
To prevent accidental dropping of the camera, always
use the strap.
1. First thread the small loop of the wrist strap
through the strap eyelet on the camera and
then pull the large loop through the small loop
until the strap is firmly secured.
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