Minox DC 6211 DATASHEET
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
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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.
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SDTM is a trademark.
Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective owners.
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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 illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may
differ from the actual design of your camera.
4. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in
this user manual.
5. For driver updates, refer to our website.
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Safety Instructions
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.
WARNING
If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the
power OFF and remove the battery and the AC power adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult
the store of purchase.
If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the
power OFF and remove the battery and the AC power adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult
the store of purchase.
Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.
This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection,
ask the store of purchase.
Use the specified AC power adapter only with the indicated
power supply voltage.
Use with any other power supply voltage might cause fire or electric
shock.
Do not use the camera in areas near water.
This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain,
snow, on the beach, or near the shore.
Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.
This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing injury.
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Swallowing battery might cause poisoning. If the battery is accidentally
swallowed, immediately consult a physician.
Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a
vehicle.
This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.
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CAUTION
Insert the battery paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –)
of the terminals.
Inserting the battery with its polarities inverted might cause fire and
injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing
or leaking.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.
This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid
to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with
your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has
entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.
A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or
use excessive force when handling the camera.
This might cause damage to the camera.
Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.
This might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of
continuous use.
The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery might
cause burns.
Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.
This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire.
Use the camera in a well-ventilated place.
Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may
rise significantly, such as inside a car.
This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in
fire.
Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.
Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and
electric shock.
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Notes on Battery Usage
When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety
Instructions and the notes described below:
Use only the specified battery (3.7V, 650mAh).
Avoid using the battery in extremely cold environments as low temperatures
can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance.
When you are using the new rechargeable battery or rechargeable battery
that has not been used for an extended period of time (the battery that
passed the expiry date is an exception) might affect the number of images
that can be captured. Therefore, to maximize its performance and lifetime,
we recommend that you fully charge the battery and discharge it for at
least one complete cycle before use.
The battery may feel warm after long period of continuous use of the
camera or the flash. This is normal and not a malfunction.
The camera may feel warm after long period of continuous use. This is
normal and not a malfunction.
If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, remove it from the
camera to prevent leakage or corrosion.
If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, store it after no
battery power left. If the battery is stored for a long time in a fully charged
state, its performance may be impaired.
Always keep the battery terminals in a clean state.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
We recommend the battery should be charged 8 hours as first time use.
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CONTENTS
8 INTRODUCTION
8 Overview
10 Package Contents
11 GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMERA
11 Front View
12 Rear View
14 Status LED Indicator
15 LCD Monitor Icons
17 GETTING STARTED
17 Attaching the Camera Strap
17 Inserting and Removing the Battery
18 Charging the Battery
19 Inserting and Removing the SD Card (Optional Accessory)
20 Turning the Power On/Off
21 Setting the Date and Time
22 Choosing the Language
23 Formatting the SD Card or Internal Memory
24 Setting Image Resolution and Quality
26 PHOTOGRAPHY MODE
26 [ ] Still Image Mode
27 Recording Voice Memos
27 Using the Optical Zoom
28 Using the Digital Zoom
29 Setting the Flash
31 Setting the Focus
32 Setting the Self-timer
33 Exposure Compensation/Backlight Correction
34 Setting the Scene Mode
36 Setting the Panorama Mode
36 [
] Video Mode
37 [ ] PLAYBACK MODE
37 Playing Back Still Images
38 Playing Back Video Clips
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40 Playing Back Still Images/Video Clips on a TV
41 Attaching Voice Memos
42 Thumbnail Display
43 Zoom Playback
44 Slideshow Display
45 Protecting Images
47 DPOF Settings
49 Resizing an Image (Resize)
50 Compressing an Image (Quality Change)
51 [
] Erasing Images
53 MENU OPTIONS
53 Still Image Menu (Capture)
56 Still Image Menu (Function)
58 Video Menu (Capture)
59 Video Menu (Function)
60 Playback Menu
61 Setup Menu (In Photography Mode)
62 Setup Menu (In Playback Mode)
63 TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR
COMPUTER
63 Step 1: Installing the USB Driver
64 Step 2: Connecting the Camera to Your Computer
65 Step 3: Downloading Images and Video Files
66 USING THE DIGITAL STILL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA
66 Step 1: Installing the PC camera driver
67 Step 2: Connecting the digital still camera to your computer
67 Step 3: Running your application software (i.e.Windows
NetMeeting)
68 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
68 Installing Photo Explorer
68 Installing Photo Express
69 Installing Cool 360
70 CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS
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71 TROUBLESHOOTING
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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera.
Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art
smart camera. Equipped with a 6.2 Mega pixel CCD, this camera is capable of
capturing images with a resolution of up to 2816 x 2112 pixels.
Other cool features provided by the camera include the following:
LCD monitor - 2.5" Full color TFT LCD (201K pixels) monitor
makes it easy to frame your subject when
capturing images. It also displays the images
you have captured.
Recording media - 16 MB internal memory (10 MB for image storage).
External memory supports SD card up to 1 GB.
Optical zoom - 3x optical lens allows you to capture telephoto
and wide-angle images.
Digital zoom - 4x digital zoom and 3x optical zoom permit zoom
photography of up to 12 times; 4x (in 0.5 steps)
playback captured images to enlarge a selected
portion of an image.
Flexible flash settings - Change the flash setting according to your
lighting environment and photography mode setting.
Focus mode - Images can be captured with the distance to
the subject set by auto focus, macro or infinity.
Self-timer mode - Time selectable between 10 seconds, 2 seconds
and 10+2 seconds.
Capture mode - Capture different still images including single, a
series of 3 images with different exposures, 3
images continuously, 3 images with flash, and burst.
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Video mode - Record video clips with voice.
Voice memo - A voice memo can be recorded once for 30
seconds at photography mode immediately
following a still image captured or at playback
mode while viewing the images.
Thumbnail display - Display in sets of nine images on the LCD monitor
for easier and quicker selection of images.
TV and PC connection - View images on a television monitor or computer
while connected to the USB or A/V cable.
DPOF settings - Allow you to embed printing information on your
SD card and to print your images on a DPOF
compatible printer by simply inserting it.
Scene mode- You may select a previously set recording mode
for the following situations: Program AE,
Panorama, Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night,
Candlelight, Text, Sunset, Sunrise, Splash water,
and Firework.
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Package Contents
Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items.
Common Product Components:
Digital camera
A/V cable
User’s manual
USB cable
Software CD-ROM
Camera strap
Camera pouch
Conversion adapter
AC power adapter/charger
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
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GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMERA
Front View
# Name Description
1. Shutter button Focuses and locks the exposure of the camera when
pressed halfway down, and capture the image when
pressed all the way down.
2. POWER button Turns the camera power on and off.
3. Flash Provides flash illumination.
4. Mode switch Sets the camera mode.
Still image mode Selects this when capturing still images.
Video mode Selects this when recording video clips.
Playback mode Performs image playback and deletion.
5. Self-timer LED Blinks red during Self-timer mode until image is captured.
(AF auxiliary LED) Lights red for auto focusing when capture in dark place.
6. Speaker Produces camera sounds and plays recorded audio.
7. Lens 3x optical zoom lens allows you to capture telephoto
and wide-angle images.
8. Conversion adapterAllows you to connect the conversion adapter to anAC
terminal power adapter to the camera to operate the camera
without battery, or to charge rechargeable lithium-ion
battery or to connect a USB cable or an A/V cable to
the camera.
9. Microphone Records audio clips.
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Rear View
# Name Description
1. LCD monitor Provides menu information to operate the camera,
and previews the image before capturing it and
review it afterwards.
2. Display button Turns the OSD display on and off.
3. Status LED Displays the camera current state.
4. Zoom in button Zooms the lens to telephoto position.
Zoom out button Zooms the lens to wide-angle position.
5. MENU button Toggles OSD menu on and off.
6.
7. Strap holder Camera strap attachment.
8. SET /Direction button Allows you to scroll through menus and image,
9. Battery/SD card cover Allows access to the battery and insert or remove
10. Tripod socket Allows tripod mounting.
Erase button Allows you to erase the image.
and then select choices.
the memory card.
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SET /Direction button
2S
# Name Description
1. button Scrolls upwards.
Focus button Allows you to choose the appropriate
focus setting.
2.
3. button Scrolls downwards.
4.
5. SET button Enters the menu page and confirms the
button Scrolls right.
Flash button Allows you to choose the appropriate flash
setting.
Self-timer button Allows you to toggle the self-timer on and
off, selects the desired self-timer mode.
button Scrolls left.
Exposure compensation Allows you to toggle the exposure
/ Backlight correction button compensation / backlight correction on
and off.
chosen setting.
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Status LED Indicator
This describes the color and state of the status LED.
Color
Green
Red
State
On
On
Off
Flashing
During power
off
Battery charging
in progress.
The completion of
battery charge.
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During
photography
Ready for shot.
When the image is
not in focus.
-
Accessing files in
progress.
Flash charging in
progress.
During
connection to
a PC
System ready.
-
-
Accessing files
in progress.
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LCD Monitor Icons
Photography mode [ ]
1. Zoom status
2. Voice memo
3. Remaining battery status
] Full battery power
[
] Medium battery power
[
] Low battery power
[
[
] No battery power
4. Flash icon
A
] Auto
[
[
] Red-eye Reduction
] Pre-Flash
[
] Forced Flash
[
[
] Suppressed Flash
] Histogram
5. [
6. Focus area (When the shutter
button is pressed halfway)
7. Capture mode icon
[Blank] Single
] Continuous
[
[ AEB ] AEB
] Burst + flash
[
[
] Burst
8. Image size
] 2816 x 2112
[
[
] 2272 x 1704
] 1600 x 1200
[
] 640 x 480
[
9. Possible number of shots
10. Quality
] Fine
[
[
] Standard
] Economy
[
11. Date and time
12. Self-timer icon
10s] 10 sec.
[
2s ] 2 sec.
[
[
10+2s ] 10+2 sec.
13. Unsteady hold warning icon
14. [
] Exposure compensation
[
] Backlight correction
Each press of the button switches one step in the sequence of
Normal display (displaying the icons, etc), Normal and Histogram,
Composition Line display, No OSD display
P
15. Metering icon
[ Blank ] Average
[ ] Spot
16. White balance icon
[ Blank ] Auto
] Incandescent
[
] Fluorescent 1
[
1
[
] Fluorescent 2
2
] Day Light
[
] Cloudy
[
[
] Manual
17. Focus icon
[Blank] Auto focus
] Macro
[
] Infinity
[
18. Scene mode
[P] Program AE
] Panorama
[
] Portrait
[
[
] Landscape
] Sport
[
] Night
[
[
] Candlelight
[TEXT] Text
] Sunset
[
[
] Sunrise
] Splash Water
[
[
] Firework
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Photography mode [ ]
1. [ ] Video mode
2. Zoom status
3. Remaining battery status
4. Image size
5. Possible recording time
/ elapsed time
6. Quality
7. Recording indicator
8. Self-timer icon
9. Focus icon
Playback mode [ ] -Still image playback
1. Playback mode
2. File number
3. Folder number
4. Protect icon
5. Voice memo
Playback mode [ ]-Video playback
1. Video status bar
2. Elapsed time
3. File number
4. Folder number
5. Protect icon
6. Video mode
7. Playback mode
8. Total time
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GETTING STARTED
Attaching the Camera Strap
Attach the camera strap as shown in the illustration.
Inserting and Removing the Battery
We highly recommend using specified rechargeable lithium-ion battery (3.7V,
650mAh) to fully demonstrate this camera’s function. Charge the battery before
using the camera. Make sure that the power of the camera is off before
inserting or removing the battery.
Inserting the Battery
1. Open the battery/SD card cover.
2. Insert the battery in the correct orientation shown.
Tilt the battery lock lever in the direction of the
arrow and orient the battery so that its label is
facing to the rear side of the camera, and then
insert the battery.
3. Close the battery/SD card cover.
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Removing the Battery
Open the battery/SD card cover and then release the battery lock lever.
When the battery has come out a little, slowly pull it out the rest of the way.
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Charging the Battery
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Using the AC power adapter/charger may charge the battery or operate the
camera as power supply. Make sure that the power of the camera is off and
then insert the battery before starting.
1. Insert the conversion adapter into the
conversion adapter terminal of the camera
as shown in the illustration.
2. Insert one end of the AC power adapter/
charger into the DC IN terminal of the
conversion adapter.
3. Insert the other end of the AC power
adapter/charger into a wall outlet.
The status LED lights red when charging is started and goes out when
charging is completed.
It is recommended to fully discharge or exhaust the battery before
being charged.
Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the
status of battery.
This camera must be used with specified AC power adapter/charger.
Damage caused by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under
the warranty.
When the charging is not started even if following the above procedure, turn the
power on at any mode after LCD monitor turns on, and then turn the power off.
The battery may feel warm after it has been charged or immediately after
being used. This is normal and not a malfunction.
When using the camera in cold areas, keep the camera and battery warm
by holding them inside your outer cloth.
If you open the battery cover without removing the battery, the power will
not be terminated. If you remove the battery, you have to insert the
battery again in a period of 2 hours in order to make sure that the date
and time will not be reset.
We recommend the battery should be charged 8 hours as first time use.
Always first unplug the AC power adapter/charger from the power outlet
before unplugging it from the camera.
Make sure that the AC power adapter/charger is always unplugged from
the power outlet when it is not used, as it consumes power even if no
camera is connected, and moreover may increase a risk of danger.
Never expose the battery or AC power adapter to dripping or sprayed
water! Moreover, never put objects or containers filled with liquids (for
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example, a vase) onto the camera!
A/V OUT
Inserting and Removing the SD Card (Optional
Accessory)
The digital camera comes with approx. 16 MB of internal memory (10 MB
for image storage), allowing you to store captured still images or movie clips
in the digital camera. However, you can also expand the memory capacity
by using an optional SD card so that you can store more files.
Inserting the SD card
1. Open the battery/SD card cover.
2. Insert the SD card in the correct orientation
shown.
Hold the SD card with its front side of
the SD card (printed arrow) facing the
rear side of the camera, and then insert
the card as far as it can go.
3. Close the battery /SD card cover.
Removing the SD card
Open the battery/SD card cover, press lightly on the edge of the SD card and
it will eject.
To prevent valuable data from being
accidentally erased from an SD card
you can slide the write-protected tab
(on the side of the SD card) to “LOCK”.
To save, edit or erase data on an SD
card, you must unlock the card.
Be sure to format an SD card with this digital camera before using it.
Refer to section in this manual titled “Formatting the SD Card or Internal
Memory” for further details.
Before inserting or removing the SD card, make sure that the power of
the camera is off. The camera will automatically turn off when inserting
or removing the SD card.
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Turning the Power On/Off
Load the battery and insert an SD card before starting.
Turning the power on
Press the POWER button to turn the power on.
The status LED lights green and the
camera is initiated.
When the power is turned on, the camera
will start in the mode that was set.
Turning the power off
Press the POWER button to turn the power off.
The power is turned off automatically when the camera has not been
operated for a fixed period time. To resume the operation condition, turn
the power on again. Refer to section in this manual titled “Auto OFF” in
the Setup Menu (In Photography Mode) for further details.
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Setting the Date and Time
The date/time needs to be set if/when:
Camera is turned on for the first time.
Camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the battery for an
extended period of time.
When the date and time information is not
displayed on the LCD monitor, follow these
steps to set the correct date and time.
1. Slide the mode switch to [ ] or [ ].
2. Press the MENU button and select [Setup]
menu with the button
3. Select [Date/Time] with the / buttons
and press the SET button.
The Date/Time setting screen will be
displayed.
4. Select the item’s field with the
and adjust the value for the date and time
with the / buttons.
The date and time is set in the order
year-month-day-hour-minute.
The time is displayed in 24-hours format.
5. After confirming all settings are correct,
press the SET button.
/ buttons
Capture
Date / Time
2005
Menu:Exit
Set : Adjust
01 01
//
:
01 01
: Select Item
: Change Value
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Choosing the Language
Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the
LCD monitor.
1. Slide the mode switch to [
[ ].
2. Press the MENU button and select [Setup]
menu with the button.
3. Select [Language] with the / buttons
and press the SET button.
The Language setting screen will be
displayed.
4. Select the displayed language with the /
buttons and press the SET button.
The setting will be stored.
] or [ ] or
[ ] / [ ] Mode
[ ] Mode
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Formatting the SD Card or Internal Memory
This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all
stored images and data.
1. Slide the mode switch to [ ].
2. Press the MENU button and select [Setup]
menu with button.
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3. Select [Format] with the / buttons,
then press the SET button.
4. Select [Execute] with the / buttons,
and press the SET button.
To cancel formatting, select [Cancel]
and press the SET button.
To format the internal memory, do not insert an SD card into the camera.
Otherwise, you will format the SD card.
Formatting the SD card also erases the protected images. All data other
than images are also erased. Before formatting the card, make sure that
all the images are unnecessary.
Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at a
later time.
An SD card having any problem cannot be properly formatted.
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