Minox DC 4011 User Manual

Warranty Policy

This camera is under warranty for one full year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser. In case of defects in materials or workmanship, we will replace or repair the camera free of charge. This warranty applies to the camera only. This warranty does not include batteries, or other accessories which have not been manufactured by our company. This warranty will not be honored if the camera has been mishandled or tampered with, or altered by anyone other than the manufacturer. Other than for the warranty herein, we are not responsible for loss, damage, or inconvenience of any kind. A defective camera being returned under warranty must be accompanied by a brief description of the difficulties encountered and also by a proof of purchase with the date of purchase clearly indicated. All related transportation costs and insurances are at the owner’s expense. Any alteration of this warranty cannot be made without the written approval from our company.

FCC Notice

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 commercial 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, detectable by turning the equipment in question 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 different circuit than that which the receiver is connected to Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

NOTE

A shielded-type DC power cable incorporated with a ferrite core is required in order to meet the FCC emission limits and also to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television reception. Use only shielded I/O cable incorporated with a ferrite core to connect this equipment to host computer and TV set. Shielded AC power cable and shielded I/O cables are required in order to meet the FCC emission limits. It is essential that only the supplied power cord and I/O cable (s) can be used.

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Notice:

1. Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This includes primary product specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s manual. This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product.

2. The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products very often vary

between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, chargers, AC adapters,

memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches, and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.

3. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this User Manual.

4. For driver updates, refer to our website.

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WARNING

Do not use this 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 this camera by yourself as this is dangerous.

Do not use the camera if any water has 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.

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 insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access points such as the memory card slot. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

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WARNING

Do not attempt to modify this 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.

Avoid using this camera in the bathrooms.

Exposure to excessive moisture may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm if you are using the AC power adapter.

This may cause an electrical shock.

Never operate this camera in any way while driving a vehicle.

This may cause a traffic accident.

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CAUTION

Do not place this camera in damp or dusty locations. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

Do not place this 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.

Do not leave this camera in a location subject to extremely high temperatures, such as in a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight. Exposure to high temperatures may adversely affect the camera case and internal 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 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 handling the camera, always unplug it 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 may result in 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 camera.) Failure to do so could result in a fire.

Do not use batteries other than those specified for use with your 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 battery ( - and + )to ensure that 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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TABLE OF CONTENTS

8 Introduction

8 Package Contents 8 Optional Accessories

9 Preparing the Camera

9 Getting to Know the Camera 9 Name of Parts 10 Dial Knob 10 Attaching the Strap 11 Preparing Power Supply 11 Loading Batteries 11 Using the Power Adapter (Optional Accessory) 12 Inserting/Removing the Memory Card (Optional Accessory) 12 Inserting a Memory Card 12 Removing a Memory Card

13 Getting Started

13 Turning the Camera On/Off 13 Checking Batteries 13 Turning the LCD Monitor On and Off 14 Formatting the Memory Card 14 Memory Card Indicator

15 Camera Operation

15 Capture Mode

15 LCD Monitor Display 15 Icon Indicator 16 LCD Button 16 Taking Pictures 16 Number of Recordable Images 17 Zoom Control 17 Optical Zoom 17 Digital Zoom 18 Selecting the Scene Program 19 Focus Mode Setting 19 Selecting the Flash Mode 20 Self-timer Photography

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21 Capture Menu

21 Navigation Buttons 21 Mode 22 Quality 22 ISO Sensitivity 22 Exposure 23 White Balance 23 Photometry 24 AE Mode

25 Playback Mode

25 LCD Monitor 25 Icon Indicator 25 LCD Button 26 Playback Single Image 26 Thumbnail Display 26 Zoom Playback 27 Viewing Image on a TV monitor

28 Playback Menu

28 Erase All Images 29 Erase Single Image 30 Protect 31 Print Setting

32 Setup Menu

32 Date Setting 33 Card Formatting 33 Language 33 LCD Brightness 33 Beep 34 Auto Shut Off 34 Video Out

35 Transferring Pictures to the Computer

35 System Requirements 35 Installing the Software (Driver & Image Application) 35 Connecting the Camera to Your Computer 36 Downloading Pictures

37 Warning and Error Messages

38 Specifications

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera. Capturing high-quality digital pictures is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera. Equipped with a 4.0 Megapixel CCD, this camera is capable of capturing pictures with a resolution of up to 2272 x 1704 pixels. Other cool features provided by the camera include the following: LCD Monitor - The 1.6" full-color LCD at the back of the camera makes it easy to frame your subject when taking pictures. It also displays a preview of the pictures you have taken.

Digital Zoom - Zoom in 2x and get a larger, closer view of the subject (in Capture mode). Macro Mode - Take pictures of people portrait or objects at close range using Macro mode. Flexible Flash Settings - Change the flash setting according to your lighting environment. Camera Settings - Have more control over picture quality by adjusting settings such as White

Balance, EV Compensation, Resolution, and more. Thumbnail View - Display in sets of nine pictures on the LCD for easier and quicker selection of pictures.

TV Connection - View pictures on a television monitor while browsing through your pictures.

Package Contents

Digital Camera USB cable Video cable Software CD-ROM User manual Wrist strap Camera pouch

Optional Accessories

Memory card AC power adapter

Batteries

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PREPARING THE CAMERA

This section introduces you to the digital camera. Follow the instructions in this section to install batteries, use the power adapter, and install a memory card.

Getting to Know the Camera

Names of Parts

1. Shutter button

2. Dial knob

3. Power button

4. Built-in flash

5. Self-timer LED

6. Lens cover knob

7. Lens/Lens cover

8. Viewfinder

9. Viewfinder LED

10. Optical viewfinder

11. Navigation buttons

/ button / button / button

/ button

12. WIDE button

13. TELE button

14.Card access LED

15. LCD monitor

16. Menu button

17. ENTER button

18. LCD button

19. Strap attachment

20.Battery cover

21.Card cover

22. USB port

23.Tripod socket

24. Terminal cover

Video port Adapter port

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Dial Knob

It also allows you to choose from three camera modes: Capture mode ( ) – This mode enables taking pictures and stores pictures on the memory card.

Playback mode ( ) – This mode enables you to view pictures you have taken. Setup mode ( ) – This mode sets basic camera settings such as Date Setting, Card

Formatting, Language, LCD Brightness, Beep, Auto Shut Off and Video Out.

Attaching the Strap

To attach the strap to the camera:

1. Insert the thin end of strap into the strap

attachment.

2. Pass the other end of the strap through the

loop of thin cord and pull the strap tight.

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PREPARING THE CAMERA

Preparing Power Supply

Always turn off the camera’s power before changing power supply.

Loading Batteries

To load the batteries into the camera:

1. Open the battery cover.

2. Load batteries in the battery compartment. Make sure they are loaded in their polarity as shown inside the battery compartment.

3. Close the battery door. Make sure that the battery cover is firmly closed.

Note:

It is recommended to use either two AA size Ni-MH rechargeable or one CR-V3 for

battery power supply.

If you are not going to be using the camera for an extended period of time, you should

remove the batteries to prevent leaks or corrosion.

Do not use a mix of different types, manufactures, classification of batteries. Low temperatures (under 0 ) may reduce the output efficiency of batteries, thereby

shortening the operation time of camera.

Using the Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)

1. Open the terminal cover and connect one

end of the power adapter to the adapter port (DC IN 3.4V) as illustrated.

2. Connect the end of the power adapter to

a power outlet.

Note:

Only use the AC adapter specified for this camera. Use of any other power source may

cause damage to the camera and possibly start a fire.

The AC power adapter is an optional accessory which may (or may not) be included with your camera kit depending upon the retail bundling options specified by your camera dealer.

Grasp the adapter, not the cord, when unplugging the adapter from a wall socket.

If the power cord becomes damaged (exposed or severed wires, etc.), please purchase a new AC adapter. Use of a damaged cord may cause fire or electrical shock.

Switch off and disconnect the camera from the AC adapter before unplugging it from the wall socket.

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Inserting/Removing the Memory Card (Optional Accessory)

Always turn off the camera’s power and confirm the card access LED is off before inserting/ removing the memory card, otherwise the card may be damaged. You can use either the SD card (Secure Digital Memory Card) or the MMC(Multi Media Card).

Inserting a Memory Card

Your camera can store pictures on a removable memory card. Make sure a memory card is inserted into the camera before you start taking pictures.

To insert a memory card into the camera:

1. Press the power button to turn off the camera’s power.

2. Open the card cover.

3. Insert the memory card. The front side of memory card (printed arrow) and the front side of the camera should face in the same direction.

4. Close the card cover. Make sure that the card cover is firmly closed.

Note:

Before you use the new memory card for the first time, be sure to format the memory

card.

Do not use force when inserting memory card. Damage may occur to the connector section. The storage capability of the memory card will diminish with extended use. It may be

necessary to purchase a new card periodically.

Removing a Memory Card

To remove a memory card from the camera:

1. Press the power button to turn off the camera’s power.

2. Open the card cover.

3. Push the memory card in as far as it can go, and pull it out with your fingers. If you push memory card once in as far as it can go, it will protrude slightly. Pull it out with your fingers.

4. Close the card door. Make sure that the card cover is firmly closed.

Warning:

Never open the card cover or remove the memory card while data is being recorded to the memory card (card access LED lights). This might damage the memory card or corrupt the data on the memory card.

Improper use of the memory card may cause data loss or damage. It is recommended to make a back up copy of any important data in another storage media, such as hard disk, CD-ROM, etc.

Keep away foreign objects from the terminal section.

Keep away from static electricity and electromagnetic fields.

Do not bend, drop or apply excessive force.

Keep away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight while using and for storage.

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