Oregon DS8238 USER MANUAL

086-003006-019

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DS8238

User Manual
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Bedienungsanleitung
Manuale dell’utente
Manual del Usuario
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DS8238 Manual-6 Lang (086-003006-019)

2.0 Mega-Pixel Digital Camera (DS8238)
USER MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 1

Brief Description ...................................................................................................... 1

Important Notice ...................................................................................................... 1

Safety Notes ............................................................................................................. 1

Notes on the Digital Camera .................................................................................... 2

Key Features .................................................................................................................. 3

Front View ................................................................................................................ 3

Back View ................................................................................................................ 3

Mode Switch ............................................................................................................ 4

4-Way Controller ...................................................................................................... 4

Liquid Crystal Display ............................................................................................. 4

Battery Level Indicator ............................................................................................. 4

Getting Started .............................................................................................................. 5

Package Contents ..................................................................................................... 5

Installing the Batteries .............................................................................................. 5

Using an AC Adapter ................................................................................................ 5

Attaching the Strap and Lens Cap ............................................................................ 6

Secure Digital (SD) Card / Multi-Media Card (MMC) .......................................... 6

Basic Photography ......................................................................................................... 7

Quick Start .............................................................................................................. 7

Preparing the Camera ......................................................................................... 7

Holding the Camera ........................................................................................... 7

Taking Basic Pictures ......................................................................................... 7

Shutting Off the Camera .................................................................................... 7

Basic Functions and Settings .................................................................................... 8

Toggling OSD (On-Screen Display) Information .............................................. 8

Selecting a Focus Mode ..................................................................................... 8

Selecting a Flash Mode ...................................................................................... 9

Zooming ............................................................................................................. 10

Using the Self-Timer .......................................................................................... 10

Playing Back Last Picture Taken ....................................................................... 11

Introduction to Camera Modes .................................................................................... 11

Guide to Menus ........................................................................................................ 11

Setup Menu ........................................................................................................ 12

P.Counter (Picture Counter) ........................................................................ 12

Set Clock ..................................................................................................... 12

Set City ........................................................................................................ 13

Show Time ................................................................................................. 13

Language ..................................................................................................... 14

Beep Tone .................................................................................................... 14

Auto Off (Auto Power-Off) ......................................................................... 14

TV Output ................................................................................................... 14

File No. ....................................................................................................... 14

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Format ......................................................................................................... 15

Reset ............................................................................................................ 15

USB Mode ................................................................................................... 15

Camera Menu ..................................................................................................... 16

Size (Image Size) ........................................................................................ 16

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Quality (Picture Quality) ............................................................................. 17

White Bal. (White Balance) ........................................................................ 17

Metering ...................................................................................................... 18

ISO .............................................................................................................. 18

Con. Shoot (Continuous Shooting) ............................................................. 18

EV (Exposure Compensation) .................................................................... 19

Audio Tag .................................................................................................... 19

Sch. Shot (Scheduled Shot) ........................................................................ 19

Shooting Movies ............................................................................................................. 20

Movie Mode Functions ............................................................................................. 21

Movie Menu ............................................................................................................. 21

Playback Functions ....................................................................................................... 21

Playback of Images .................................................................................................. 22

Zooming Functions ............................................................................................ 22

Deleting Playback Image ................................................................................... 23

Playback of Movies .................................................................................................. 23

Deleting Playback Movie .................................................................................. 24

Multi-Frame Review ................................................................................................ 24

Playback Menu ......................................................................................................... 24

Delete ................................................................................................................. 24

Deleting Selected Images and Movies ........................................................ 25

Deleting All ................................................................................................. 25

Protect (Protecting Images) ............................................................................... 25

Protecting / Unprotecting Selected Images and Movies ............................. 25

Protecting / Unprotecting All ...................................................................... 25

DPOF (Specifying Digital Print Order Format) ................................................ 25

DPOF of Selected Images ........................................................................... 26

DPOF of All Images .................................................................................... 26

Slide (Slideshow) ............................................................................................... 26

Connecting to External Devices ................................................................................... 27

Using a Tripod with the Camera ............................................................................... 27

Connecting to a TV ................................................................................................... 27

Connecting to a Windows-Based PC ........................................................................ 27

Installing Drivers and Software ......................................................................... 27

Connecting the Camera to the PC ...................................................................... 28

Disconnecting the Camera ................................................................................. 28

Connecting to a Macintosh ....................................................................................... 29

Connecting the Camera to the Macintosh .......................................................... 29

Addendum ...................................................................................................................... 29

List of Compatible Memory Cards ........................................................................... 29

Memory Capacity, Picture Size and Quality ............................................................ 29

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 30

Specifications ................................................................................................................. 32

Trademark Information ............................................................................................... 33

Additional Resources .................................................................................................... 33

DS8238 Manual-6 Lang (086-003006-019)

INTRODUCTION

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM 2.0 Mega-Pixel Digital Camera as
your personal product of choice. Your digital camera is designed to give you many
years of reliable service. It includes the following features:

• LCD Screen Display

State-of-the-art LCD display lets you review pictures taken and informs you of
the status of the various operations and functions.

• Great Image Quality

With 2.0 Mega-Pixel resolution, you are assured of clear, natural-looking images
every time you take a photo.

• Multimedia Features

You can record movie clips (with sound) that can be played back on your personal
computer.

• Advanced Camera Functions

In addition to the Auto Flash and 2x Zooming functions, you can take advantage
of advanced functions such as White Balancing, Manual Exposure Compensation,
and Metering Setting.

• Connection to External Devices

Your digital camera can be connected to external devices such as your PC or TV.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Statement of Responsibility

Oregon Scientific assumes no responsibility for any incidental losses (such as the
costs of photography or the loss of income from photography) incurred as a result of
faults with this product.

Notes on Copyright

Images recorded using your digital camera cannot be used in ways that infringe
copyright laws without the consent of the owner, unless intended only for personal
use. Note that some restrictions apply to the photographing of stage performances,
entertainments and exhibits, even when intended purely for personal use. Users are
also asked to note that the transfer of memory containing images or data protected
under copyright laws is only permissible within the restrictions imposed.

SAFETY NOTES

To ensure that you use your camera correctly , read these Safety Notes and your User
Manual carefully beforehand. The warnings given here provide important safety
information and should be observed at all times.

GENERAL WARNINGS

• The enclosed disc is a computer CD-ROM disc. Never attempt to play this disc
on an ordinary music CD player, as it can produce extremely high noise levels
that could damage your hearing or your audio system.

• Do not immerse the device in water or subject the camera to impact or shock.

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• Do not, under any circumstances, touch the exposed electronic circuitry of the
device, as there is a danger of electric shock.

• Take special care when handling a damaged LCD display, as the liquid crystals
can be harmful to your health.

• Do not use or store the device in locations that may adversely affect the product

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such as rain, snow, desert, and magnetic fields.

• Check all major functions when the device is unused for a long period of time.
This is to ensure its full operation. Maintain regular testing and cleaning of your device.

• Do not look through the viewfinder at the sun or other strong lights. This could
damage your eyesight.

• Avoid leaving the camera exposed to direct sunlight, as the action of the lens
could cause fires.

• Remove the batteries and memory card before storing the camera for long periods
of time. Then, keep it in a well-ventilated place in order to prevent moulding.

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NOTES ON THE DIGITAL CAMERA

Cleaning your Camera

Lens / Viewfinder Use a blower or a lens brush to remove dirt or dust. Wipe

Body Clean with a damp cloth; dry immediately.

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• Do not use benzene, thinner, or similar cleaning agents to clean your camera, as
these may cause permanent damage not covered by the warranty.

• Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD or viewfinder as these surfaces
are easily damaged.

Handling your Camera

• For important photographs (such as weddings and overseas trips), always take a test

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photograph and view the image to make sure that the camera is functioning normally.

• Do not use the camera while you are walking, running, driving or operating
machinery. This can result in serious accidents.

• Do not use this device in aircrafts or hospitals. It can cause malfunctions in the
control devices of other equipment.

• If the camera is carried suddenly from a cold location into a warm place, con
densation may form inside the device. Switch the camera off in such cases and
wait an hour before using it again.

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carefully with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints and other
stains. Do not touch with fingers.

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KEY FEATURES

FRONT VIEW

Built-In Flash

Self-Timer
Lamp

Lens

BACK VIEW

Viewfinder

Flash Lamp

On-Screen Display

Tripod Hole

Video/Audio Socket

Shutter Release Button
Mode Dial

Status LCD

Viewfinder

Focus Switch

Terminal Cover

Flash/Delete Button
Display/OK Button

Menu Button

4-Way Controller

Mini-USB
Terminal

AC Adaptor
Socket

Strap Ring

Battery Door

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MODE SWITCH

Camera Off
Camera

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Mode

Playback Mode

Movie Mode

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4-WAY CONTROLLER

Self-Timer

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Digital Zoom-Out

Current Mode Indicator

Shutter Release Button

LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY

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Battery Level Indicator
CompactFlash

Card installed
Movie Mode

Macro Mode Icon
Audio Tag

Self-Timer Icon

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BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR

Adequate power remains. Battery is running low.
Battery is running very low Battery is exhausted.

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Digital Zoom-In

Instant Review Function

Picture Counter

Flash Mode Icon
Image Quality Icon

GETTING STARTED

PACKAGE CONTENTS

When you unpack your Digital Camera, make sure to keep all the packing materials
in a safe place, in case you need to later transport the device or return it for servicing.

In the box, you will find:

• Digital Camera (DS8238) • Video/Audio Cable • Hand Strap

• Two Batteries (AA x 2) • USB Cable • User Manual

• Lens Cover with Strap • Software CD-ROM • Quick Start Guide

INSTALLING THE BATTERIES

Your camera is shipped with two AA-sized batteries. You may also use one CRV3
battery (sold separately).

You may damage your camera if the batteries are installed incorrectly.

Using 2 x AA Batteries

Insert the
batteries as
shown on the
compartment lid.

USING AN AC ADAPTER (OPTIONAL)

If you intend to leave the camera on for a long period of time, you may opt to use an
AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter to your Digital Camera’s AC Adapter Socket
(

p.3).

Caution: Make sure the camera is turned off before connecting the AC adapter.

An AC adapter of DC3V +/- 10% (Voltage) and 1A (Current) MUST be
used. Using adapters other than indicated may cause fires or electric shocks.

Please only use adapters with the following polarity:

Using CRV3 Battery

Insert the
battery with its
polarity
REVERSED.

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ATTACHING THE STRAP AND LENS CAP

Attaching the Strap Attaching the Lens Cap

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1. Pass the short,

thin loop of the
strap through
the camera’s
strap hole.

2. Pass the

other end of
the strap through.

3. Tighten by

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pulling the loop.

SECURE DIGITAL (SD) AND MULTI-MEDIA CARD (MMC)

The Secure Digital (SD) and Multi-Media Card (MMC) are external memory cards
that can be plugged into your Digital Camera to extend the memory capacity. Please
refer to (

p.29) for the list of memory cards compatible with this digital camera.

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When an external card is installed,

It is recommended that all memory cards are formatted using the Format
option (

p.15) before using them with this digital camera. Memory cards

formatted using other devices may be incompatible.
When the SD card is installed, all images and movies taken are automatically

stored on the card. Images and movies in the internal memory cannot be
accessed until the card is removed.

The SD card will not insert fully into the slot if it is facing the wrong way. Be

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careful not to apply undue force to the card.

Installing Secure Digital /

Multi-Media Card

1. Turn off the

camera.

2. Open the

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battery door.

3. Insert the card

following the
printed remark.

4. Close the

battery door.

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1. Pull the lens
cap cord through
the camera’s
strap hole.

2. Pass the lens
cap through the
loop.

3.Tighten by
pulling.

4. Fit the lens cap
onto the lens.

will be displayed on the Status LCD.

Removing Secure Digital /

Multi-Media Card

1. Turn off the
camera.

2. Open the
battery door.

3. Press the
card to release.

4. Close the
battery door.

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BASIC PHOTOGRAPH

QUICK START

Preparing the camera

1. Remove the
lens cover from
the lens.

2. Turn the Mode
Dial to Camera
Mode.

3. Check the
battery indicator,
making sure
there is enough
power ( p.4).

Holding the camera

1. Loop the strap
over your wrist.

2. Hold the camera
firmly.

3. Avoid blocking
the lens and flash.

4. Do not move nor
remain in motion
while taking
pictures. Use a
tripod if necessary
( p.3).

Taking Basic Pictures

1. Frame your subject in the viewfinder. The frame in the middle of the viewfinder
indicates the zone of automatic focusing. You can also view the subject on the
OSD (

p.8).

2. Press the Shutter Release Button.

3. The image taken is displayed on the OSD for approximately a second (Auto
Review).

4. Once the Auto Review has finished, you may proceed to take the next picture.

When memory is full, no more images can be stored. The camera will
beep and the words “Internal Memory Full” will appear on the LCD if
you press the Shutter Release Button.

Shutting Off the Camera

When you have finished taking your pictures:

1. Turn to Mode Dial to Off.

2. Place the lens cover securely over the lens.

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BASIC FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS

Toggling On-Screen Display Information

When you slide the Mode Switch to any modes, the On-Screen Display (OSD) is

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automatically switched on.

Camera Mode On-Screen Display

Quality ( p.17)
Size ( p.16)
Set Timer ( p.10)
Flash Icon

( p.9)

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Memory Type
( p.19)

Macro Mode
( p.9)

Battery Level
Indicator ( p.4)

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Audio Tag
( p.19)

Current Date ( p.12)

ISO ( p.18)
White Balance

( p.17)
File Number

( p.14)
Zoom Level

( p.10)

Metering ( p.18)

EV ( p.19)
World Time

( p.13)

Current Time
( p.12)

Toggling Between On-Screen Display Settings

Press

DISP

Press

DISP

Legend:

OSD with All Shooting

A

Information Displayed
OSD with Only Key

B

Information Displayed

C

OSD is turned off

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Press

DISP

Selecting a Focus Mode

Your digital camera has two different Focus Modes: Scene Mode and Macro mode.
You can select between the two options by using the Focus Switch (

When the focus mode is set on , the range of the resulting picture may
differ from what is seen in the viewfinder.

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Focus Options Table

Icon Mode Description

Scene This mode is used when the

subject is far. The camera will
focus on the subject in the
viewfinder’s frame when the
Shutter Release Button is pressed
halfway. Range: 60cm to ∞ .

Macro This mode is used when the

subject is near. Range: approx.
18cm to 60cm.

Selecting a Flash Mode

To toggle between Flash Modes, press the
Flash Icon on the Status LCD and OSD. The red Flash Lamp on the camera lights up
when flash is enabled, signalling that the flash is ready for use. When a picture with
flash is taken, the Flash Lamp will blink for a second to recharge. Once it stops
blinking, you can resume taking pictures again.

Inital Flash Settings

When you turn on your camera, the inital flash setting will vary depending on the
level of your battery.

Battery Status Inital Flash Setting

or The flash setting is always on Auto at these battery levels

or The inital flash setting is . However, you can manually

when the camera is switched on.

set the flash to other settings.

Toggling Between Flash Modes

Press Press

button on the camera and observe the

Press

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Flash Mode Options Table

Icon Function Description

Auto The flash may discharge automatically, depending on the

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Your digital camera comes with a x2 zooming function. By default, the zooming is
not enabled. In Camera, or Movie mode, increase zooming by pressing
The Digital Zoom Icon on the OSD,
decrease the zooming, press

Camera Mode Zooming Options

Default Zoom Larger

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x1.0 / x1.1 / x1.2 / x1.3 / x1.4 / x1.5 / x1.6 / x1.7 / x1.8 / x1.9 / x2.0

Movie Mode Zooming Options

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light conditions. The Flash Lamp lights red when this is
selected.

Flash Off The flash will not discharge. The Flash Lamp lights red

when this is selected.

Flash On The flash discharge regardless of lighting condition. The

flash lamp lights green when this is selected.

Zooming

, indicates the current zoom level. To

( p.4).

Default Zoom Larger

x1.0 / x1.2 / x1.4 / x1.6 / x1.8 / x2.0

In movie mode, once the shutter button is pressed and recording starts,
zooming cannot be further adjusted for the duration of the recording.

( p.4).

Using the Self-Timer

The Self-Timer function counts down before the camera automatically takes a picture
by itself. This is useful when you want to be in the picture, and there is no one else
to press the Shutter Release Button.

1. Turn the Mode Dial to Camera Mode.

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2. Press

on the 4-Way Controller. The Self-Timer will engage.

3. Press & hold the Shutter Release Button. Audible beeps can be heard, and the
red Self-Timer Lamp will start blinking. The number displayed next to the OSD
a Self-Timer icon will appear and start counting down.

To hasten the countdown to 3 seconds, press the Shutter Release Button once again.

4. Once the picture has been taken, the Self-Timer will be disabled.

The Self-Timer cannot be used while the Continuous Shooting function
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Playing Back Last Picture Taken

You can display the last still picture taken by pressing . When viewing the last
image, you may choose to delete it by pressing
return to shooting.

and confirm. Press again to

INTRODUCTION TO CAMERA MODES

GUIDE TO MENUS

Press MENU to access the menu screens, where settings can be specified. To switch
between Primary and Secondary Menus, highlight the top menu fields.

Mode Primary Menu Secondary Menu Description

Camera Menu Setup Menu Photography mode with adjustable

Playback Menu Setup Menu Lets you play back all images &

Movie Menu Setup Menu Allows you to shoot movies with

Use to navigate the menu screen . Press OK to confirm setting changes.

Example of a Menu Screen

Primary Menu Field
(currently accessed)

Total No. of Menu
Pages

Current Menu Page

Camera Setup

Size
Quality
White Bal
Metering
ISO

1/2

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settings.

movies recorded onto the camera’s
internal or external memory card.

the camera.

Secondary Menu
Field (not currently
accessed)

OK

Option Currently
Chosen

Descriptions of
Button Functions

Button On Camera

Exit

1280
STD

WB
AUTO

ISO

AUTO

OK

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Setup Menu

Under the Setup Menu, which is available in all modes, the basic settings of the
camera can be adjusted.

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Setup Menu Settings and Options

The options underlined and in italics are initial defaults.

Settings Page Options

P.Counter
Set Clock
Set City

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Show Time
Language
Beep Tone
Auto Off
TV Out
File No.

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Format
Reset
USB Mode

P. Counter (Picture Counter)

The Picture Counter can count the number of
images already taken (count up) or available

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to be saved onto memory (count down).

Set Clock

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This sets the Date and Home Time of the
camera. When accessed, a new Set Clock
configuration screen will appear.

Use
values of each field below.

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p.12 Down / Up
p.12 Adjust date and time settings
p.13 Toggles between Home or World City time
p.13 Home City / World City
p.14 English / Français / Deutsch / Español / Italiano / Português
p.14 On / Off
p.14 None / 1 min. / 3 min. /5 min.
p.14 PAL / NTSC
p.14 Continue / New
p.15 Format internal memory or memory card
p.15 Cancel / Reset
p.15 Storage / Webcam

to press or and adjust the

Current Date Field
Adjust the current date of the camera.

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P.Counter
Set Clock
Set City
Show Time
Language

1/3

MENU

Camera Setup

P.Counter
Set Clock
Set City
Show Time
Language

1/3

MENU

SetupCamera

Down

Eng

Exit

OK

Down

Eng

Exit

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Date Format
Choose from the following date formats:

• DD/MM/YY (date, month, year)

• MM/DD/YY (month, date, year)

• YY/MM/DD (year, month, date)
Current Time Field
Adjust the current time of the camera.
Time Format
Choose between 12-hr (AM/PM) or 24-hr display.

Set City

You can choose to display the current time
in two different time zones. Configure your
Home and World Cities’ time zone from a
list of city names.

The World Time cannot be directly
set. It automatically adjusts itself via
the time zone offset, using the Home
Time values specified in the Set
Clock setting.

Icon Function Description

World Time Select the time zone

Home Time Select the time zone

If your city is not selectable, choose

OK

OK

another city within your time zone
instead.

Show Time

You can choose to display either the Home
Time
camera.

World Time is selected. However,
no Icon is displayed if Home time
is selected.

for another location
across the world.

where your residence
is located.

or World Time on your

icon is shown on the OSD if

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01:48 AM 12-hr

Menu

OK

Exit

Camera Setup

P.Counter
Set Clock
Set City
Show Time
Language

1/3

Exit

MENU

Set City

London
(GMT +00:00)
London
(GMT +00:00)

Exit

MENU

Camera Setup

P.Counter
Set Clock
Set City
Show Time
Language

1/3

Exit

MENU

OK

Down

Eng

OK

OK

Down

Eng

OK

OK

OK

OK

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Language

Choose your menu language: English, French,
German, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese.
The default language is English.

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Beep Tone

The camera will make “beeping” sounds
during certain functions, such as the Set Timer
function’s countdown. This “beeping” sound

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can be turned on or off.

Auto Off (Auto Power-Off)

You can set the camera to turn off automatically

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when no operation is performed. The period
of time before shut-down can be adjusted.

Auto Off is not available in slideshow
mode or when the camera is connected
to a PC.

TV Out

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If connecting the camera to a TV, you can
set the camera’s TV output system to either
the PAL (Europe) or NTSC (North America)
standards.

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File No.

Your camera keeps an internal file counter
for every image and movie taken that can
be reset. The setting options are Continue
and New.

All files are stored within a designated
folder. The initial folder is always

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numbered at 100.

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Camera Setup

P.Counter
Set Clock
Set City
Show Time
Language

1/3

MENU

Camera Setup

Beep Tone
Auto Off
TV Out
File No.
Format

2/3

MENU

Beep Tone
Auto Off
TV Out
File No.
Format

2/3

MENU

Camera Setup

Beep Tone
Auto Off
TV Out
File No.
Format

2/3

MENU

Camera Setup

Beep Tone
Auto Off
TV Out
File No.
Format

2/3

MENU

Continue

Down

Eng

OK

Exit

OK

On
3Min
PAL
Cont

OK

OK

Exit

SetupCamera

On
3Min
PAL
Cont

OK

OK

Exit

On
3Min
PAL
Cont

OK

Exit

OK

On
3Min
PAL
Cont

OK

Exit

OK

Under this default option, the internal file counter is first set to “0001”. Every
subsequent picture is assigned an incremental File Number.

The internal file counter increments by 1 regardless of the media type,

unless it is reset.
New
Under this option, the internal file counter to “0001” for new media only. But in

case there are picture files already present inside the storage media, it will start
counting from the highest file number of the media.

It is advisable to set the File Number setting to New only in the following cases:

• Either the internal memory or SD card has been newly formatted .

• A completely new SD card has been installed.

Format

This option will format all data in either the
internal memory

, including all protected image files.

Caution: Do not eject the SD card while the card
is being formatted, as this may damage the card.

Formatting deletes all data from the memory
device chosen. The images and files will not
be recoverable.

Reset

You can reset all the settings to factory default.
Refer to the Setup Menu table to see the
defaults for each setting (

USB mode

This setting allows you to use your digital camera to
transfer images and movies recorded or as a webcam.

Icon Function Description

Storage When connected to a PC,
Mode by default the camera is in

Webcam This enables you to use your
Mode camera as a webcam.

or the external card

The reset function can reset all the

settings to factory default except for

the current time and date.

p.12).

Storage mode. This allows
you to transfer photos from
the camera to your computer.

Camera Setup

Beep Tone
Auto Off
TV Out
File No.
Format

2/3

MENU

Camera Setup

Reset
USB Mode

3/3

MENU

Movie Setup

Reset
USB Mode

3/3

MENU

Exit

Exit

Exit

On
3Min
PAL
Cont

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OK

OK

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OK

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OK

OK

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Camera Menu Settings and Options

The options underlined and in italics are initial defaults.

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Settings Page Options

Size

Quality p.17 ECO (Economy) / STD (Standard) / HQ (High Quality)
White Bal

Metering

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ISO
Con.Shoot
EV

Audio Tag
Sch. Shot

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Size (Image Size)

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Icon Type of Media Descriptions

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p.16

Super Fine 2048 (software-interpolated 3.0 Mega-Pixel) / Fine 1600
(2.0 Mega-Pixel) / Normal 1280 (2.0 Mega-Pixel) / Basic 640 (VGA)

p.17 Auto / Sunlight / Shade/ Yellow F.L. (Fluorescent Lamp) /

White F.L. (Fluorescent Lamp) / Tungsten
p.18 Central / Spot / Matrix
p.18 Auto / 50 / 100 / 200
p.19 Off / On
p.19 +2.0 / + 1.7 / +1.3 / +1.0 / +0.7 / +0.3 / 0.0 / -0.3/ -0.7 / -1.0 /

-1.3 / -1.7 / -2.0
p.19 On / Off
p.19 Take picture in intervals within a specified period of time

Image size represents the resolution of the
picture. The resolution is, in turn, directly
related to the number of pixels of the camera.
As such, 2.0 Mega-pixel can be arranged as
1600 x 1200 pixels or lower.

The higher the resolution size of an
image, the larger the memory space
it occupies. Please refer to “Memory
Capacity, Size and Quality” section
for more details ( p.29).

Super Fine Highest detail and resolution (2048x1538 3.0 Mega­Image Pixel) (output by software interpolation)*

Fine Image Very good detail and resolution (1600x1200 2.0 Mega-

Pixel)

Camera Setup

Size
Quality
White Bal
Metering
ISO

1/2

MENU

Exit

Normal Image Good clarity and resolution (1280x960 1.3 Mega- Pixel).

Basic Image Basic quality and resolution (640x480 VGA).

Camera Menu

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1280
STD

WB
AUTO

ISO
AUTO

OK

• The DS8238 comes with a 2.0 Mega-pixel sensor with true 1600 x 1200 pixels
output. When you choose 2048 on the menu, the software interpolation is enabled
automatically. This enhances the image output to 3.0 Mega-pixel.

Quality (Picture Quality)

The picture quality represents the compression
rate of the images taken. For images with
higher quality, the memory space it takes is
also higher. Conversely, images with low
quality take up less space.

The higher the resolution size of an
image, the larger the memory space
it occupies.

Picture Quality Options

Name Option Description

High Quality Good image quality, high amount of image data.

Camera Setup

Size
Quality
White Bal
Metering
ISO

1/2

MENU

1280
STD

WB
AUTO

ISO

Exit

AUTO

OK

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OK

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Standard Standard quality, medium amount of image data.
Economy Lowest quality, taking up the least memory space.

White Bal. (White Balance)

You can take pictures according to the light
conditions by setting the white balance. By
using this, the images will have the correct
balance of colour.

OK

White Balance Options

Icon Settings Options

Auto Adjusts the white balance automatically.

Camera Setup

Size
Quality
White Bal
Metering
ISO

1/2

MENU

1280
STD

WB
AUTO

ISO

Exit

AUTO

OK

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Sunlight Use outside in sunlight.
Shade Use outside in the shade.
Yellow F.L. Use under yellow fluorescent lamp.

(Fluorescent Lamp)
White F.L. Use under white fluorescent lamp.

(Fluorescent Lamp)
Tungsten Use under electric or other tungsten light.

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Metering

Metering is a setting that determines your
subject’s correct exposure. The camera will
compute the brightness levels, contrast, and
amount of bright to dark parts in the scene

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automatically.

Metering Options

Icon Settings Options

Matrix Evaluated by splitting the scene into multiple zones,
(Multi- then calculate each zone’s exposure via the camera’s

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segment) computations. Ideal for general picture-taking.
Central Averages the exposure of the entire scene but gives

(Centre- extra weight to the centre. Use for backlit subjects.
Weighed)

Spot Only the small area at the centre of the screen determines

the exposure. Ideal for highlighting the main subject.

ISO

The ISO setting affects the camera’s
sensitivity to light.

An image taken at higher ISO
speeds may contain more “noise”
or graininess than an image taken
at lower speeds.

ISO Options

Speed Description

The camera sets the speed automatically.
ISO rating 50. Use for very brightly lit scenes.
ISO rating 100. Use for brightly lit scenes.
ISO rating 200. Use for normally lit scenes.

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Con.Shoot (Continuous Shooting)

With this setting, pictures can be taken
continuously when you press the Shutter
Release button. The
on-screen. A maximum of 2 continuous
pictures can be taken, with brief 0.5-second
pauses between each shot.

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Camera Setup

Size
Quality
White Bal
Metering
ISO

1/2

Exit

MENU

Camera Setup

Size
Quality
White Bal
Metering
ISO

1/2

Exit

MENU

Camera Setup

Con.Shoot
EV
Audio Tag
Sch. Shot

2/2

Exit

MENU

1280
STD

WB
AUTO

ISO

OK

1280
STD

WB
AUTO

ISO

OK

Off

0.0
On

OK

AUTO

AUTO

Continuous Shooting cannot be used with flash or when the Self-Timer
is set. Moreover, it may not be suitable for night time or dark scenes
because flash is disabled.

EV (Exposure Compensation Setting)

Exposure compensation is required when

OK

there is an extreme difference in brightness
between the background and the subject.
Use this setting to manually brighten or
darken an image.

EV Options
Brighter Default Darker

Camera Setup

Con.Shoot
EV
Audio Tag
Sch. Shot

2/2

MENU

Off

0.0
On

Exit

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OK

OK

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+2.0 / +1.7 / +1.3 / +1.0 / +0.7 / +0.3 / 0.0 / -0.3/ -0.7 / -1.0 / -1.3 / -1.7 / -2.0

Audio Tag

You can record approximately 10 seconds of
audio to go along with an image. This is called
an Audio Tag. If the setting is enabled,
displayed on the Status LCD and OSD.

To record audio tags:

1) Within 3 seconds after a picture is taken,

press OK to start the audio tag. The
icon will flash during the recording.

OK

OK

2) To stop recording, press any button. The recording will also automatically

stop after 10 seconds.

Sch. Shot (Scheduled Shot)

With Scheduled Shot, you can set the camera to
automatically take pictures at intervals. To do
this, several settings must first be adjusted:

Make sure that there is enough memory
available for shots before using this
function. Otherwise, memory may run
out.

Once Scheduled Shot is enabled, the
camera will automatically turn off. It will
turn back on by itself when the automatic
shot is due to be taken.

When Scheduled Shot is enabled, no
camera functions can be used until the
shots are finished or cancelled by the user.

Camera Setup

Con.Shoot
EV

is

Audio Tag
Sch. Shot

2/2

Camera Setup

Con.Shoot
EV
Audio Tag
Sch. Shot

2/2

Sch. Shot

Interval
Start
End

MENU

MENU

MENU

Off

0.0
On

Exit

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OK

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Off

0.0
On

OK

Exit

OK

Exit

OK

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OffSch. Shot

OK

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1) Interval
Here, you can set the interval between each successive automatic shot.
For example, you can choose to have the camera automatically take photos
every 5 minutes, or even every 2 days.

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The number of shots taken using the Scheduled Shot is entirely dependent
on the time Interval specified, as well as the chosen Start and End times.
For example, if you chose the Start and End times to be 2 hours apart,
and the interval is set a 15 minutes per shot, the camera will then take a
total of 8 shots.

2) Start
You can choose the date and time at which the camera starts to take automatic
photos. The Start time cannot be earlier than the current time.

3) End
Finally, you can choose the date and time at which the camera stop taking
the automatic photos. The End time cannot be earlier than the current time.

If the Start time specified is later than the End time, the camera will
make warning beeps if you try to enable the function. You will have to
adjust the settings again.

To cancel the Scheduled Shot, switch the Mode Dial to any other modes.
The OSD screen will display, “Schedule Shot in progress. Do you want
to stop it?”. Press OK to stop the function, or MENU to continue.

SHOOTING MOVIES

BASIC FUNCTIONS

The Movie Mode enables you to take moving images. The length of the movie that
can be taken depends on the amount of memory available within your camera’s
current memory storage.

Movie Mode On-Screen Display

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Total Available
Time for Recording

Movie Mode
( p.21)
Memory Type
( p.16)

Macro Mode
( p.9)

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Current Elapsed
Recording Time
(in hh:mm:ss)
Battery Level
Indicator ( p.4)

Audio Tag
( p.19)

Current Date ( p.12)

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ISO ( p.18)
White Balance

( p.17)

Zoom Level
( p.10)

EV ( p.19)

World Time
( p.13)

Current Time
( p.12)

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Movie Mode Functions

Function Page Description

Toggling OSD Information
Zooming

p.8 Identical procedures to Camera Modes

p.10 Identical procedures to Camera Modes
Begin Recording Movie N/A Press the Shutter Release Button
Stop Recording Movie N/A Press the Shutter Release Button again

MOVIE MENU

Press MENU to access the Movie Menu.

after recording has started.

Movies Settings and Options

The options underlined and in italics are initial defaults.

Settings Page Options

Mic.
White Balance

ISO
EV

Mic. (Microphone)

You can enable or disable audio recording while
shooting a movie. The microphone icon (same as
Audio Tag icon)
and OSD.

p.21 Off / On
p.17 Auto / Sun light/ Shade/ Yellow F.L. (Fluorescent

Lamp) / White F.L. (Fluorescent Lamp) / Tungsten
p.18 Auto / 100 / 200 / 400
p.19 +2.0 / + 1.7 / +1.3 / +1.0 / +0.7 / +0.3 / 0.0 / -0.3/

-0.7 / -1.0 / -1.3 / -1.7 / -2.0

Movie Setup

is displayed on the Status LCD

Mic
White Bal
ISO
EV

1/1

MENU

On

WB
AUTO

ISO

AUTO

0.0

OK

Exit

OK

PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

In Playback Mode, you can review the images and movies stored within your current
active storage memory. The last image or movie taken is displayed on the OSD in Playback
Mode. Use and press or to view through the images and movies taken.

If the Secure Digital card / Multi-Media Card is installed, the Playback Mode
will only show the images and movies stored on the card. To access the data
stored within the internal memory, the SD card must first be removed (

p.6).

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PLAYBACK OF IMAGES

Image Playback Mode On-Screen Display

Size ( p.16)

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Memory Type
( p.16)

Protect Mode
Indicator ( p.24)

Battery Level
Indicator
( p.4)

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Auido Tag
( p.19)

Playback of Audio Tag

is shown with the image, then Audio Tag can be played back:

If

• Press shutter button to play back the audio tag.

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• Press shutter button again to stop the audio tag.

File number
( p.14)

Folder number

Current Date
( p.12)

Current Time
( p.12)

ZOOMING FUNCTIONS

Zooming into Pictures

The zooming function can magnify images up to x5.0 on the On-Screen Display:

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x1.0 / x1.5 / x2.0 / x2.5 / x3.0 / x3.5 / x4.0 / x4.5 / x5.0

1. Wait until the icons disappear from the playback image.

2. Press

( p.4) to zoom in. The icon appears, as well as the current magnification level.

3. To zoom out, press

4. Press OK to exit zooming mode.

( p.4).

Scrolling a Magnified Image

While an image is magnified, only a portion of the

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image will be visible. Press the Shutter Release
Button to enable/disable scrolling, then use
scroll to other parts of the image.

All zooming functions are disabled while
the Scrolling Mode is enabled.

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Deleting Playback Image

To delete the image currently being viewed during playback, press and confirm.

Protected images (indicated with ) cannot be deleted and must be unpro
tected first (

PLAYBACK OF MOVIES

Movie Playback Mode On-Screen Display

Total Recorded Time
Movie Mode

( p.20)
Memory Type

( p.16)
Protect Mode

( p.24)

Battery Level
Indicator
( p.4)

Audio Tag
( p.19)

To playback movies:

1

. Wait until the icons disappear from the

playback movie.
The

2. Press the Shutter Release Button to start
playback.

3. During playback,
a) Press OK to hide the Progress Bar,

Press again to restore the Progress Bar.

b) Press

volume.

4. Press the Shutter Release Button again to
stop the playback. The movie will return
to Movie Playback OSD screen.

p.24).

Folder Number
File Number

( p.14)

Current Date
( p.12)

Current Time
( p.12)

icon will then appear.

or to adjust the playback

All zooming functions are disabled during Movie Playback mode.

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Deleting Playback Movie

To delete the movie currently being viewed, stop the playback, press and confirm.

Protected movies (indicated with ) cannot be deleted and must be unpro-

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tected first (

MULTI-FRAME REVIEW

The Multi-Frame Review shows, as thumbnails, up to nine recorded images and
movies on the OSD. For movies, the first frame is displayed.

Protected Image

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Movie File

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1. In playback mode, press DISP. Thumbnails of images will appear on the OSD.

2. Use

PLAYBACK MENU

Press the MENU button to access the Playback Menu.

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Delete

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p.24).

Current
Selected File

Button On Camera

Description Of

Select

OK

to navigate the thumbnails. Press OK to view a chosen image or movie

fully.

Button Function

Use to navigate the menu screen ( p.4). Press OK to confirm setting changes.

Function Options

Delete Cancel / Select Images / All Images
Protect Select Images / All Images
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Select Images / All Images
Slide Start / Interval / Repeat

Playback Setup

The Delete options within the Playback Menu
can delete multiple or all images and movies.

Protected images and movies
(indicated with

deleted and must be unprotected
first (

p.25).

) cannot be

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Delete
Protect
DPOF
Slide

1/1

MENU

Exit

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Deleting Selected Images and Movies

1. When Select Image(s) is selected, the OSD displays up to nine thumbnail

images similar to the Multi-Frame Review setting (

2. Highlight an image, then press directly onto OK to confirm your selection.

icon will then indicate that the image is set for deletion. To cancel the

The
deletion, press OK again. Repeat this step to set multiple images or movies
for deletion.

3. Follow the rest of the on-screen options to confirm deletion.
Deleting All

When “All Images” is selected, follow the rest of the options to confirm the
deletion of all images and movies.

Protect (Protecting Images)

This option can be used to protect images
and movies from deletion.

Protected files will still be erased
if the memory is formatted.

Protecting / Unprotecting Selected Images and Movies

1. When Select Image(s) is selected, the OSD displays up to nine thumbnail images

similar to the Multi-Frame Review setting (

2. Highlight an image, then press directly onto OK to confirm your selection.

icon will then indicate that the image is set for protection. To cancel

The
the protection, press OK again. Repeat this step to set multiple images or
movies for protection.

3. Follow the rest of the on-screen options to confirm protection.
Protecting / Unprotecting All

• When “All Images” is selected, select the “Set Protect All” to On to confirm

the protection of all images and movies.

• To unprotect all images and movies, select the “Set Protect All” to Off.

DPOF (Specifying Digital Print Order Format)

The DPOF option in the Playback Menu is used
to specify the quantity of each image for printing
from the SD Card. When used, the SD card can
then be used in printers or taken to specialists in
order to print the images.

OK

This function is only used for still pictures.
Movies cannot be transferred to digital prints.

p.23). Use to navigate.

Playback Setup

Delete
Protect
DPOF
Slide

1/1

MENU

OK

Exit

OK

p.23). Use to navigate.

Playback Setup

Delete
Protect
DPOF
Slide

1/1

MENU

OK

Exit

OK

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You can only specify the DPOF of the internal memory by transferring
the images to a blank SD /MMC Card via a Secure Digital card / Multi­Media card reader (sold separately).

DPOF of Selected Images

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1. When Select Image(s) is selected, the OSD
displays up to nine thumbnail images similar to
the Multi-Frame Review setting (
Use to navigate.

2

. Select an image to specify the DPOF and

press OK. Press or to set the number
of prints for the selected image (up to a
maximum of 6 copies). When done, press
OK again. Repeat this step to select more

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images for printing or change the previously
specified numbers.

3. Follow the rest of the on-screen options to confirm the DPOF setting.

DPOF of All Images

1. When “All Images” is selected, all images will be set to the same specified
printing number.

2. Press

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or to set the number of prints of all stored images in the SD

card, for up to a maximum of 9 copies.

3. Follow the rest of the options to confirm the DPOF setting.

You can play back all the images and movies in
a slideshow format. The interval between images
can be specified.

During the slideshow, press MENU to stop.
From here, you may choose to continue or
exit the current slideshow.

Slideshow Options

Settings Descriptions

Start Start Slideshow according to

the specified Interval and
Repeat options.

Interval Specifies the amount of time

the camera will display an image
before moving on to the next
image. The options are 3 sec.,
5 sec., and 10 sec.

Repeat When set to On, the slideshow

immediately replays when the
final image is displayed.

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0 0 1
0 0 3
0 0 4

MENU

Playback Setup

Delete
Protect
DPOF
Slide

1/1

MENU

Slide

Start
Interval
Repeat

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Next

Exit

Exit

CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES

USING A TRIPOD WITH THE CAMERA

You can secure your digital camera to a tripod to prevent camera shakes. To install,
screw the tripod to the Tripod Hole (

CONNECTING TO A TV

You can playback the images and movies you have recorded on your TV. Connect
your digital camera to the TV via the video/audio cable included in the camera’s gift box.

Be sure to adjust the TV Out setting ( p.14) to correspond with your

OK

Set

OK

OK

5s
Off

OK

OK

country’s system (PAL or NTSC) before connecting the camera to the TV.

Caution: Turn off the TV and digital camera before connecting the vi de o/ au di o ca bl e.

1. Plug the video/audio cable into the Video/Audio Socket of the camera (

2. Connect the cable’s yellow connector to the yellow AV input terminal of your
TV. Likewise, connect the white connector to the TV’s white terminal. Refer to
your TV’s manual for more information.

3. Turn the TV and digital camera on. Make sure to switch the TV to the
appropriate AV channel display.

The OSD is automatically off when the camera is connected to a TV.
Use an AC Adapter if you intend to connect the camera to a TV for a long

period of time.

CONNECTING TO A WINDOWS-BASED PC

Use the USB cable included to connect to your Windows PC. This enables you to
upload, download, edit, and playback pictures and movies onto your PC. However,
the software must be installed first.

Pre-Installation Checklist

• Pentium 66MHz • 16-bit colour display at 800x600

• 64MBytes RAM • USB 1.1 interface

• 350MBytes Hard disk space • Windows 98/98SE/ME/2000/XP

• CD-ROM drive

Installing Drivers and Software

1. Insert the CD labelled “DS8118_8238” into your CD-ROM drive. The installation
will start automatically.

If the “autorun” feature is disabled on your PC, start the installation by
running [x:\setup.exe] where “x:” is the drive letter of the CD-ROM drive.

p.3).

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2. Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the installation of the camera drivers
and software. When done, click on the [Finish] button on-screen to restart the PC.

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1

. Turn on your PC and allow your system’s Windows operating system to boot up.

2. Turn off your digital camera. Connect the camera and your PC via the USB
cable. The USB terminal on your camera is located inside the Terminal Cover
(

3. Turn on your digital camera to any Mode. The Status LCD on the camera now
shows - PC -.

4. The digital camera now appears as Removable Disk drive on your system’s [My
Computer] when

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Alternately, when
Device under your videoconferencing software.

5. Double-click on the [Removable Disk] drive. Two folders, [DCIM] and [MISC],
are now visible. Ignore the [MISC] file (it contains DPOF information) and
double-click on the [DCIM] folder.

6. New subfolder is now visible - [100DSHOT]. The [100DSHOT] subfolder contains
all the Economy, Standard, and High Quality images stored as .JPG files. Movie
clips are also stored here as .AVI files which can be played using Windows
Media Player.

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7. You can double-click on the images and movies to view them (provided the
appropriate Picture Viewer and Movie Player are installed). These files can also
be deleted, copied, or moved like normal computer files.

Connecting the Camera to the PC

For file transfer, select under USB mode before connecting the Camera
to the PC (

p.15). To use the camera as a Webcam, make sure that a video
conferencing software is installed first (sold separately). Then, select
under USB mode before connecting the Camera to the PC ( p.15).

Only the images and movies stored in the camera’s current memory device
(SD card or internal memory) will be visible on the PC.

The OSD is automatically off when the camera is connected to the PC.

p.3). Refer to your PC’s manual to locate the USB connection on the PC.

is selected.

is selected, the digital camera appears as Video Capture

Disconnecting from the PC (Windows ME, 2000, and XP users only)

For PC users with Windows ME, 2000, or XP operating systems, the camera device

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driver should be stopped before disconnecting the USB cable.
1

. Find the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon in your Windows system tray.

2. Right-click on the icon. The “Stop USB Disk” option will pop up. Highlight and
left-click on the option.

3. Wait for a second. A pop-up window will inform you that the USB Device can
now be safely removed.

4. Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and/or from the PC.

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CONNECTING TO A MACINTOSH

Use the USB cable included to connect to your Macintosh. Your Macintosh will
treat the camera as a mass-storage device. The images and movies within the cam­era can then be uploaded and downloaded.

Pre-Installation Checklist

• Power PC • 16-bit colour display at 800x600

• 350 MB free hard disk space • USB 1.1 interface

• 64 MB RAM • MAC OS 9.x or higher

• CD-ROM drive

Connecting the Camera to the Macintosh

Webcam function is not supported on Macintosh.
Only the images and movies stored in the camera’s current memory device

(SD card or internal memory) will be visible on the Macintosh.
The OSD is automatically off when the camera is connected to the Macintosh.

1

. Turn on your Macintosh and allow MAC OS operating system to boot up.

2. Turn off your digital camera. Connect the camera and your Macintosh via the
USB cable. The USB terminal on your camera is located inside the Terminal
Cover (

p.3). Refer to your Macintosh’s manual to locate the USB connection

on the Macintosh.

3.

Turn on your digital camera to any Mode. The OSD screen on the camera now show - PC -.

4. A camera icon will appear on your Macintosh’s screen. Click on it to access the
images and movies that are stored on your camera.

5. You can double-click on the images and movies to view them (provided the
appropriate Picture Viewer and Movie Player are installed). These files can also
be deleted, copied, or moved just like normal computer files.

ADDENDUM

LIST OF COMPATIBLE MEMORY CARDS

The following Secure Digital cards have been tested and are verified to be
compatible for use with the DS8238:

SanDisk : 64MB, 128MB, 256MB
Panasonic : 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB
Toshiba : 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB

Operation is not guaranteed for other, unlisted memory cards. For more details on
the above cards, please contact the manufacturer directly.

MEMORY CAPACITY, SIZE AND QUALITY

The table below indicates the number of images that can be stored when using a
8MB Secure Digital / Multi-Media card.

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Approximate Number of Pictures Stored under

Resolution

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Super Fine (2048x1536)
Fine (1600x1200)
Normal (1280x960)
Basic (640x480)

The above table is based on standard shooting conditions tested by Oregon
Scientific and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions,
capture modes, and SD card memory capacity.

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the Following Picture Quality Selections
High

Quality

5

9
15
52

Standard

Quality

8
15
22
78

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Symptom Check This Remedy

No Power

Power will not
turn on.

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Power turns off
after turning on.

Taking
Pictures

Cannot take
pictures when
the Shutter
Release Button
is pressed.

Flash does not go
off as expected.

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Batteries are exhausted.

Batteries are inserted
incorrectly.

Battery level is too low.

Auto Off Function is
enabled.

Camera not turned on.

No space on the Secure
Digital card / Multi-Media
card / internal Memory.

Mode Switch is set to
Playback mode.

Flash is set to
flash)

Mode Switch is set to
Playback or Movie Mode.

Flash has not finished
charging.

(no

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Replace with new batteries.

Insert the batteries
correctly (

Replace with new batteries

Disable the Auto Off
Function (

Turn on the camera.

Delete unwanted files
(

p.24) or insert a new
Secure Digital card / Multi­Media card.

Change the Mode Switch
to Camera or Movie Mode.

Enable flash by changing
it to another setting (

Change the Mode Switch
to Camera Mode.

Wait until the Status Lamp
stops blinking (

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p.5).

p.14).

p.9).

p.9).

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Problem Symptom Check This Remedy

Image taken
appears too dark
or blurred.

Playback

Cannot play back
images or movies.

Cannot delete
images or movies.

Connecting

Picture not shown

with

on TV when

External

connected.

Devices

Camera does not
appear as
Removable Disk
when connected
to a PC.

Camera

OSD screen turns

does not

blank. When mode

switch off

dial is switched, OSD
displays, Schedule
Shot in progress. Do
you want to stop it?

Check your Flash
Mode.

The subject is too far
away.

The lens is dirty.

Mode Switch is not set
to Playback Mode.

No images or movies
are recorded.

Images or movies are
protected.

Check cable connection.

Check channel on TV.

Camera or TV is not
turned on.

Check the USB cable
connection.

Camera is not turned on.
Camera switched to

Webcam Mode.
Camera still in

Schedule Shot mode

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Turn on the flash by
changing the Flash Mode
(

p.9).

Move closer to the
subject.

Clean the lens with a soft
cloth (

p.2).

Set Mode Switch to
Playback Mode.

Images located in internal
memory instead. Remove
Secure Digital card / Multi­Media card (

Unprotect the images or
movies (

p.24).

Make sure yellow video
cable is plugged into the
TV’s AV terminal.

TV channel should be
switched to the
appropriate A V channel.

Turn on the camera and
TV.

Make sure both ends of
the USB cable are
connected.

Turn the camera on.
Change the USB Mode

to Storage Mode (
Confirm exiting the

Schedule Shot mode

p.6)

p.15).

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SPECIFICATIONS

Type Description

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Sensor 1 / 3" high-density CMOS

Image size Selectable from:

File Format DCF-compliant (Exif ver.2.1 JPEG-compliant)

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Lens F = 2.8
Digital zoom 2x
Shooting distance Normal: 1M to ∞

Flashlight Distance Approx. 1m ~ 3m

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Operation Environment Temperature: Approx. 0˚C ~ 60˚C
Monitor 1.6" DTFD LCD
Internal Memory 8MB
Digital Video Recording 320 x 240 pixels (with audio)
TV Video Output NTSC / PAL compatible

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Storage Media Secure Digital memory card / Multi-Media Card
Digital Output USB1.1 interface to PC
Software ArcSoft PhotoImpression 3.0
Product Dimension 96 x 67 x 27 mm

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Unit Weight Approx. 122g
Battery Specification 2 AA-sized batteries (LR6) or 1 CRV3 battery

Total number of pixels: 2 million

2048 x 1536 pixels (*Output resolution by software interpolation)
1600 x 1200 pixels
1280 x 1024 pixels
640 x 480 pixels (VGA)

Macro: 30cm

TRADEMARK INFORMATION

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media Player are trademarks of the Microsoft
Corporation of the United States and other countries. Windows is an abbreviated
term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operating System.

Macintosh™ is registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
Secure Digital™, SD™, Multi-Media Card™ and MMC™ are trademarks of

SanDisk.
Arcsoft Impression™ and Arcsoft Impression™ logo are registered trandemarks of

Arcsoft Inc.
All other trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentations provided

with your Oregon Scientific product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Visit our website (www .oregonscientific.com) to learn more about your digital camera
and other Oregon Scientific products such as hand-held organizers, alarm clocks,
and weather stations. The website also includes contact information for our
customer service department, in case you need to reach us.

©

2003 Oregon Scientific. All rights reserved.

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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 a residential installation. This

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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:

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• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Oregon Scientific for compliance
could void the warranty and your authority to use this equipment.

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