Panasonic PV-DC2090, PV-DC2590 User Manual

Digital Camera

Model No. PV-DC2090/PV-DC2590

Operating Instructions

(PV-DC2590 shown)

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly, and keep them for future reference.

Things You Should Know

Attach your purchase receipt here

Thank you and congratulations

on your purchase of this state of the art Panasonic Digital Camera. This product has been manufactured and tested to Panasonic’s highest standards to give you the best in performance and reliability.

Save this operating instruction manual

as an operating and information guide.

Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model No. Serial No.

Unpack your Digital Camera

Please confirm that the following items are packed in the Digital Camera box. They are provided to help you use or set up your Digital Camera.

1pc. Digital Camera (PV-DC2090/DC2590)

(PV-DC2590 shown)

1pc. Video Cable (LSJA0238)

1 pc. 8 MB CompactFlash Card (LSFA0009, or LSFA0011)

1pc. PC Connection Cable for Windows (LSJA0236)

4pcs. AA Alkaline Battery (LSSB0003)

1pc. Hand Strap (LSFC0010)

1 pc. CD-R OM of Driver Software for Windows 95/98 and Macintosh / Adobe PhotoDeluxe (LSFT0163)

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows 95/98 are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the United States and other countries. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Incorporated. Adobe, the Adobe logo & PhotoDeluxe are trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. All product/brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective holders.

1 pc. Compact Modem Card (Only for PV-DC2590) (PV-CFM10(LSFA0010)/ LSJA0244)

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

1pc. Ferrite Core (Only for PV-DC2590) (LSLP0059)

Information

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio 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.

FCC Warning: To assure continued FCC compliance, use only the provided shielded interface cable

with ferrite cores when connecting digital camera to computer and clip-on ferrite core mounted over the user provided modular cable in accordance with instruction herein. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to operate.

Precautions

USE & LOCATION

• TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Digital Camera and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your Digital Camera if it gets wet. Your Digital Camera has been designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Digital Camera. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Digital Camera from the power supply and have it serviced.

• DO NOT AIM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS.

• DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Digital Camera.

• AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form inside the unit.

• DO NOT LEAVE YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT

IN USE.

• STORAGE OF YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA ... Store and handle your Digital Camera in a manner that will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Digital Camera contains a sensitive pick-up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

CARE

• TO CLEAN YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Digital Camera body.

• TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Digital Camera lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

• TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA ... Before handling your Digital Camera, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

Getting Started

Important Safety Instructions for Digital Camera with Compact Modem Card

1. Read and understand all instructions.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the card slot before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or

aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water, for example, near bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen

sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall,

causing serious damage to the product.

6. This product should never be placed near a radiator or heat register. This product

should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

7. Do not allow anything to rest on the special cable. Do not locate this product where the

cable will be abused by personal walking on it.

8. Do not insert any other cables to the product except the assignment. Do not use this

cable for any other products. This cable is only for the exclusive use. It may cause serious damage to the product.

9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet as they may touch

dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

10.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to a

qualified serviceman when some service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.

11. Unplug this product from the card slot and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel under following conditions:

A. If liquid has been spilled into the product. B. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. C. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.

Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions because improper adjustment or other controls may result in damage and will often require

extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. D. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. E. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

12. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

14. The telecommunication cord which is used for this modem should be minimum 26AWG.

15. These accessory modem card and modular cable models are intended only for use in

and with listed Information Technology Equipment where the host machine includes instructions for the installation of accessories by the operator.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Precautions for Compact Modem Card

1. This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the back side of this

equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the Telephone Company.

Guarantee's Name : FUJITSU MEDIA DEVICES LIMITED Serial number : The date of manufacture is printed on the side of the card.

2. USOC Jack, RJ11C is suited to this equipment.

3. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment.

This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant. See installation instructions for details.

4. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices, which may be connected to the

telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five(5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local Telephone Company.

5. If the terminal equipment PV-CFM10 causes harm to the telephone network, the

Telephone Company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn't practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a compliant with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

6. The Telephone Company may make changes in it's facilities, equipment, operations or

procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the Telephone Company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

7. If trouble is experienced with this equipment PV-CFM10 for repair or warranty

information, please contact Panasonic. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the Telephone Company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

8. This equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service provided by the

Telephone Company. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for Information.)

9. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to

use a computer or other electric device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual (refer to page 76).

10.According to the FCC's electrical safety advisory, we recommend that you may install

an AC surge arrestor in the AC outlet to which this equipment is connected. Telephone companies report that electrical surges, typically lighting transients, are very destructive to customer terminal equipment connected to AC power sources and that this is a major nationwide problem.

Getting Started

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Things You Should Know .................................................................................................. 2

Information........................................................................................................................ 3

Important Safety Instructions for Digital Camera with Compact Modem Card................. 4

Precautions for Compact Modem Card ............................................................................ 5

Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................. 7

Index of Controls .............................................................................................................. 8

On Screen Display (OSD) .............................................................................................. 11

LCD Monitor Indication ................................................................................................... 12

Power Supply.................................................................................................................. 14

Attaching the Hand Strap ............................................................................................... 15

CompactFlash Card........................................................................................................ 16

Setting the Clock ............................................................................................................ 18

Basic Operation

Capturing Images ........................................................................................................... 19

Adjusting LCD Viewfinder Brightness ............................................................................. 23

Playing Back Captured Images ...................................................................................... 24

Viewing Images on Your TV Screen and Transferring Your Images (VCR) ..................... 28

Special Features

Focus/Macro Recording ................................................................................................. 29

Using the built-in Flash................................................................................................... 30

White Balance ................................................................................................................ 32

Light Metering................................................................................................................. 33

Capture B/W Images ...................................................................................................... 34

Self Timer Recording ...................................................................................................... 35

Adjusting the Iris Manually ............................................................................................. 36

Time Lapse Recording ................................................................................................... 37

To Delete Specific Images.............................................................................................. 38

To Delete All Images ....................................................................................................... 39

Formatting CF Card........................................................................................................ 4 0

To Copy Image Pages .................................................................................................... 41

To Copy All Images......................................................................................................... 42

Slide Show......................................................................................................................43

Inserting the PCMCIA Adaptor ....................................................................................... 44

Transferring your Images (Windows 95/98).................................................................... 46

Transferring your Images (Macintosh)............................................................................ 52

Communication Function................................................................................................ 58

Remote Access .............................................................................................................. 61

Remote Access (Windows 95/98) .................................................................................. 62

Remote Access (Macintosh) .......................................................................................... 68

Communication............................................................................................................... 74

PC Connection ............................................................................................................... 76

Using the Digital Photo Printer ....................................................................................... 78

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Table of Contents

For Y our Information

Digital Camera Accessory List ....................................................................................80

Digital Camera Accessory List Order Form................................................................. 8 1

Before Requesting Service.......................................................................................... 82

Specifications .............................................................................................................. 83

Warranty ...................................................................................................................... 84

Service Center Directory ............................................................................................. 85

Index............................................................................................................................86

This operating Instruction book is designed for use with models PV-DC2090 and PV-DC2590. The PV-DC2590 is the model used for illustrative purposes. Features may vary, so please read carefully.

Types of Differences

Getting Started

PV-DC2090 B/W Full Feature Indicator Panel REC MODE Button SELF TIMER Button FLASH Button Compact Modem Card

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number : PV-DC2090/PV-DC2590/PV-CFM10/LSJA0244 Trade Name : Panasonic Responsibility Party : Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Address : One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Telephone Number : 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

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.

No No No

Not Included

PV-DC2590

Yes Yes Yes

Yes

Included

Index of Controls

Front View

POWER Switch (PLAY•OFF•REC•MANUAL REC)

Rotate the POWER switch to REC, MANUAL REC or PLAY. See pages 16, 18, 19, 22~26, 28~30, 32~38, 41~43, 48, 54, 61, 74, 78.

SHTR (SHUTTER) Button

See pages 19, 20, 25, 26, 35, 37~41, 74, 78.

FLASH Emitter

See page 30.

SELF TIMER Lamp

See page 35.

Rear View

Optical Viewfinder

See page 20.

Light Sensor

see page 30.

DISPLAY Button

See pages 20, 74.

Lens

MENU Button

See pages 16, 18, 19, 22~26, 29, 30, 32~38, 41~43, 61, 74, 78.

STAND BY Button

See page 22.

LED Lamp

See pages 18~20, 22~26, 29, 30, 32~38, 41~43, 61, 74, 78.

LCD Viewfinder

See pages 11~13, 19.

/ TELE Button

See pages 16, 18, 19, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 30, 32, 33~40, 42, 43, 61, 74, 75, 78.

/ - Button

See pages 16, 19, 22~26, 29, 30, 32~36, 38, 41, 74, 75.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Strap Attachment Ring

See page 15.

CompactFlash Card Slot

See pages 16, 44, 58.

/ + Button

See pages 16, 18, 19, 22~26, 29, 30, 32~43, 61, 74, 75, 78.

/ WIDE Button

See pages 16, 18, 19, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 30, 32~40, 42, 43, 61, 74, 75, 78.

Index of Controls

Getting Started

Rear View

FLASH Button *

See page 31.

VIDEO OUT Terminal

See page 28.

SERIAL Terminal

See page 48, 54.

DC IN Terminal

See page 15.

Bottom View

* : PV-DC2590 Only

SELF TIMER Button *

See page 35.

B/W Full Feature Indicator Panel *

See pages 10, 19, 31, 35.

REC MODE Button *

See page 19.

(PV-DC2590 shown)

CARD EJECT Switch

See page 17.

Battery Compartment

See page 14.

Tripod Receptacle

Used when securing the camera to a tripod

Index of Controls

B/W Full Feature Indicator Panel (PV-DC2590 Only)

Battery Indication

See page 11.

Time Lapse Indication

See page 37.

Recording Mode Indication

See page 21.

B/W Mode Indication

See page 34.

Self Timer Indication

See page 35.

Modem Indication

See pages 58, 61, 74.

Card Slot Indication

See page 16.

Flash Mode Indication

See page 30.

Remaining Indication

See page 11.

Compact Modem Card (Included with PV-DC2590)

Compact Modem Card

See page 58.

Modem Cable

See page 58.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

On Screen Display (OSD)

The indication displayed on the LCD screen will tell you the operation status of the Digital Camera.

REC OSD

Getting Started

White Balance Mode

(See page 32) AUTO : No Indication OUTDOOR : INDOOR :

Flash Mode

(See pages 30, 31) AUTO : No Indication ON : RED EYE: OFF :

B/W Mode

(see page 34)

Selected Card Slot

Image Pages left in memory

PLAY OSD

Print Mark

(See page 78)

Directory/ Image Number

Focus Mode

(See page 29) AUTO : No Indication ZONE :

LIGHT

CARD1 10 F

Recording Mode :

SF(Super Fine), F(Fine), N(Normal), ZOOM(Zoom), (Motion Image Rec Mode), (Burst Rec Mode).

CARD1 100-0001 F

MAY 24 1999

10 : 00 AM

MAY 24 1999 10 : 00 AM

Light Metering Mode

(See page 33) AUTO : No Indication SPOT :

Self-Timer Mode

(See page 35)

Low Light Warning

"LIGHT" will appear when the light level is inadequate. In this case, more light should be provided or use flash to achieve better picture quality and color.

Date/Time Indication

Battery Condition

FULL

EMPTY

As the Battery is depleted, the indication changes.

LED Lamp will flash when battery is empty.

Displayed Image Page and its captured mode F(Fine), N(Normal), or (Motion Image Rec Mode).

• If the image is captured in SF(Super Fine), the displayed image mode will be F(Fine).

• If the image is captured in ZOOM or (Burst Rec Mode), the displayed image mode will be N(Normal).

LCD Monitor Indication

Recording Menu

< REC Mode>

1 2

3 4 5

6 7

< MANUAL REC Mode>

11 12

13 14

REC MODE

CARD SLOT FLASH SELF TIMER OTHERS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

BRIGHTNESS

CLOCK SET BEEP

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

REC MODE

CARD SLOT FLASH SELF TIMER IRIS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

FOCUS

WHITE BALANCE LIGHT METER B/W TIME LAPSE SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NO. 1 AUTO OFF

AUTO

AUTO AUTO OFF OFF

1. REC MODE (See Page 21) To change one of the 6 recording modes.

2. CARD SLOT (See Page 16) To change card slot NO.1 or NO.2.

• When the 2 pieces of CF card are not

inserted, this item can not be selected.

3. FLASH (See Pages 30, 31) To change one of the 4 flash modes.

4. SELF TIMER (See Page 35) To set Self Timer.

5. OTHERS

To select other menu.

6. BRIGHTNESS (See Page 23) To adjust LCD Viewfinder brightness.

7. CLOCK SET (See Page 18) To set clock.

8. BEEP (See Page 22) To set beep on/off when capturing images.

9. IRIS (See Page 36) To adjust Iris manually.

10.FOCUS (See Page 29) To select one of the 4 focus modes.

11.WHITE BALANCE (See Page 32) To change one of the 3 White Balance modes.

12.LIGHT METERING (See Page 33) To change AUTO or SPOT.

13.B/W (See Page 34) To capture Black/White images.

14.TIME LAPSE (See Page 37) To set time lapse recording.

15.REMOTE ACCESS (See Page 61) To operate camera from PC.

• When the Compact Modem Card is not

inserted, this item can not be selected.

REMOTE ACCESS

OTHERS

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Playback Menu

1 2

3 4 5

6 7

DISPLAY MODE

CARD SLOT DELETE COPY PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

SLIDE SHOW

COMMUNICATION OTHERS

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL NO. 1

LCD Monitor Indication

1. DISPLAY MODE

(See Pages 24, 25, 26, 27) Select playback mode.

2. CARD SLOT (See Page 16) To select card slot.

3. DELETE (See Pages 38, 39, 40) Delete image from CF card.

4. COPY (See Pages 41, 42) Copy image to other CF card.

5. PRINT MARK (See Page 58) To set print mark.

6. SLIDE SHOW (See Page 43) Playback images as slide show.

7. COMMUNICATION (See Pages 74, 75) To send images to a PC or FAX machine.

8. OTHERS

To select other menu.

Getting Started

On Screen Display Order

Press

DISPLAY

OSD OFF

CARD1 10 F

MAY 24 1999 10 : 00 AM

Press DISPLAY

Note:

• Pressing MENU with LCD OFF turns LCD ON and displays the menu. However, after selecting the settings and exiting the menu, the LCD will stay ON.

Press

DISPLAY

LCD OFF

Power Supply

Loading the Alkaline Batteries

Bottom View

1While pressing the Lock button, slide

the Battery Compartment lid in the direction of the arrow and swing it open.

2Install four Alkaline Batteries.

+ - +

• Be sure to use Alkaline Batteries. Never use manganese batteries.

• Make sure that the positive (+) and (-) ends of the batteries are facing the correct direction.

3Swing the Battery Compartment lid

down and slide it shut.

WARNING! Do not dispose of in fire, put in backwards, disassemble, or short circuit;

otherwise battery may leak or burst, causing possible personal injury.

Battery Notes Operation Time

Safety precautions:

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

• Do not get the AA alkaline batteries near, or dispose of in fire.

• Do not directly connect (short circuit) the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals.

• Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble the Battery.

• Do not drop or jar the Battery.

Note:

• Instead of the supplied Alkaline batteries, you can also use AA type Ni-Cd (high density type) or nickel-hydride batteries available on the market.

• If you are not going to use the Digital Camera for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the Digital Camera.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

When using the supplied Panasonic alkaline batteries, you will have a maximum of about 160 images* (at an ambient temperature of 25°C).

* Conditions :

• Using the Panasonic Alkaline batteries.

• Capturing an image every 30 seconds.

• Using Flash once for every other capture.

• Recording mode is Normal.

AC Adaptor (Optional)

Power Supply

1Pull up the Jack Cover. 2Connect DC OUT on the AC Adaptor

to DC IN on the Digital Camera.

3Plug the AC Adaptor into an AC

outlet.

Getting Started

Note:

• While not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor

from the AC outlet.

Attaching the Hand Strap

Thread the Hand Strap through the Strap Attachment Ring as shown.

CompactFlash Card

Inserting the CompactFlash Card

• The captured images will be stored on this CompactFlash Card.

• Be sure to insert the CompactFlash Card before using the camera.

• You can insert a total of two CompactFlash cards into the camera, one in each slot.

CARD SLOT 1 CARD SLOT 2

1, 2, 6

1Set POWER OFF before inserting the

CompactFlash card. Insert the CompactFlash Card into the Card Slot NO.1 or NO.2 in the direction of the arrow mark and so that the arrow mark side of the card faces the front (lens side) of the Digital Camera.

2Push the card fully into CompactFlash

Card Slot.

3Set POWER to REC. 4Press MENU to display REC MENU. 5Press or to select CARD SLOT

and press or to select card slot NO. 1 or NO. 2 if you inserted the CF Card into both slots.

REC MODE

CARD SLOT

FLASH SELF TIMER OTHERS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

N NO. 1

AUTO OFF

• If a CF card is inserted in either of the card slots, that particular slot will automatically be selected. All buttons are inoperable while NO.1 or NO.2 is flashing on the menu screen.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Note:

• Do not bend, drop, apply high pressure or subject the card to strong shocks.

• Do not store it in places with high temperature, high humidity, a lot of dust, or static electricity and strong electromagnetic waves.

• Keep the card's contacts free from dust, water or other foreign substances. Do not touch them with your fingers, etc.

• Do not disassemble or deform the card.

• Be sure to make a backup copy of important data.

• Make sure that you do not insert the card in the wrong direction.

CompactFlash Card

Removing the CompactFlash Card.

6Set POWER OFF before removing

the CompactFlash card. Slide the CARD EJECT Switch, so the Card pops out. (Be careful not to drop the card.)

• Do not, under any circumstances, eject the card immediately after pressing the Shutter Button (during recording of an image) or while deleting (when "PLEASE WAIT" is displayed). This could damage the format of the card and make it unusable.

• When the card does not eject after pressing the CARD EJECT Switch, push the card fully into the slot again and then press the CARD EJECT Switch firmly.

• "NO CF CARD" will appear on the LCD Viewfinder and the LED Lamp will flash when the CompactFlash Card is not inserted.

• "CF CARD ERROR" will appear on the LCD Viewfinder and the LED Lamp will flash if the CompactFlash Card is defective.

Getting Started

Setting the Clock

BRIGHTNESS

CLOCK SET

BEEP

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

LED Lamp

2, 6

3, 4, 5

1Set POWER to REC.

• The LED Lamp lights up.

2Press MENU to display REC MENU.

REC MODE

CARD SLOT FLASH SELF TIMER OTHERS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NO. 1 AUTO OFF

3Press or to select OTHERS and

press . Then, press to select CLOCK SET.

REC MODE MODE

CARD SLOT FLASH SELF TIMER

OTHERS

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NO. 1 AUTO OFF

4Press for CLOCK SET menu.

10 : 00 AM MAY. 24 1999

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

5Press or hold down or to select

hour, then press to set. Repeat for minute, month, day and

year.

• Double check all items before exiting the menu.

6Press MENU twice to exit.

Clock starts when menu is exited.

Note:

• To make corrections, repeat steps 2-5.

• The clock will continue to operate about 8 hours after the battery has been removed. If you need to set clock again, repeat steps above.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

REC MODE

CARD SLOT FLASH SELF TIMER IRIS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NO. 1 AUTO OFF

Using LCD Viewfinder

LED Lamp

LCD Viewfinder

3, 4

5, 6

Capturing Images

1Set POWER to REC or MANUAL

REC.

• The LED Lamp lights up.

2Press MENU to display REC MENU.

REC MODE

CARD SLOT FLASH SELF TIMER OTHERS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NO. 1 AUTO OFF

3Press or to select REC MODE

and select recording modes (see page 21), press MENU to exit.

4Press (Tele) or (Wide) to zoom

In and Out.

• Zoom magnification level is up to x3.

• There is no zoom indication on the LCD Viewfinder.

5Press SHTR down halfway to lock

Auto Focus.

• Beep sounds twice (see page 22).

6Press SHTR down the rest of the way

to actually capture the image.

• Beep sounds once (see page 22).

• While the Digital Camera processes theimage, the LED Lamp will flash and then the captured image will be displayed on the LCD Viewfinder for a few seconds.

Basic Operation

(Model PV-DC2590 Only)

B/W Full Feature Indicator Panel

REC MODE

For model PV-DC2590,

■ Do step 1 above.

■ Then, press REC MODE repeatedly to

select recording mode.

• Selected mode will be changed on the B/W Full Feature Indicator Panel (see page 10).

■ Now, do step 4 above.

Capturing Images

Using Optical Viewfinder

In addition to using the LCD Viewfinder, you can also use the Optical Viewfinder to frame and capture images. Using the Optical Viewfinder will prolong battery life.

1Repeat steps 1 to 3 on page 19. 2Press DISPLAY twice to turn off the

LCD Viewfinder.

• If you press MENU, the LCD View-

finder will automatically turn on.

3Frame the image you want to capture

within the recording area guide marks on the Optical Viewfinder.

LED Lamp

Optical Viewfinder

4Press SHTR to capture the image.

• LED Lamp will flash while the Digital

Camera processes the image. You may capture another image as soon as LED Lamp stops flashing.

Notes for LCD and Optical Viewfinder use:

• The number of image pages left in the selected mode is displayed on the LCD Viewfinder. When no memory remains, 0 and LED Lamp will flash. To capture other images, you will first need to delete some images from memory. (see page 38)

• The Digital Camera is focused automatically.

• Avoid covering the lens with your fingers when capturing images.

• Do not subject the LCD Viewfinder to pressure or shock.

• Hold the Digital Camera as steady as possible when capturing an image.

• The active LCD Viewfinder image will have a slightly degraded appearance when compared to a captured or transferred image. This is normal.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Recording Mode

SF : Super Fine Mode

Select this mode when you want the highest quality resolution with the lowest compression (i.e. for printing).

F : Fine Mode

Select this mode when you want a high resolution (i.e. for printing or for archiving an image).

N : Normal Mode

Select this mode when you want a lower resolution image (i.e. for e-mailing or posting on the Internet).

ZOOM: Zoom Mode

Using ZOOM mode magnifies the image to twice its normal size.

: Motion Image Rec Mode

Capture an image every 0.1 sec/ frame to create a 4 sec. mini movie.

• The LED Lamp will flash while processing a motion image.

: Burst Rec Mode

Capture image every 0.5 sec./ frame up to 16 frames while shutter button is pressed.

• If the remaining page number is less than 16, you will only be able to capture up to the number of images remaining in memory.

Capturing Images

Image Resolution and CapacityRecording Mode

REC Mode

SF F N ZOOM

• The number of images given for each mode applies when all images are taken in same mode.

• You can change recording modes at any time before capturing an image.

• The number of images that can be taken may differ depending on the subject. After capturing an image, the number may not decrease or may decrease by two.

Image

Resolution 1,280 x 960 1,280 x 960

640 x 480 640 x 480 320 x 240

640 x 480

Capacity

(w/Supplied 8MB CF Card)

Approx. 15 images

Approx. 30 images Approx. 100 images Approx. 100 images

Approx. 6 images

Approx. 100 images

Basic Operation

Capturing Images

Beep

Set to ON to beep when capturing an image. To cancel the beep, set to OFF.

LED Lamp

1Set POWER to REC.

• The LED Lamp lights up.

2Press MENU to display REC MENU.

REC MODE

CARD SLOT FLASH SELF TIMER OTHERS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NO. 1 AUTO OFF

3Press or to select OTHERS, and

press to display OTHERS menu.

BRIGHTNESS

CLOCK SET BEEP

12, 5

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

3, 4

Stand By

STAND BY

4Press or to select BEEP and

press or to select ON or OFF.

BRIGHTNESS

CLOCK SET

BEEP

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

5Press MENU twice to exit.

Digital Camera will beep:

• Once when you capture an image

• Twice when you press the shutter button half way to adjust the focus.

Press STAND BY, lens will not shorten and power will turn off. If no operation is performed for one minute while POWER is ON, the Camera will go to Stand By mode. To resume Power ON, press STAND BY.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Adjusting LCD Viewfinder Brightness

DISPLAY MODE

CARD SLOT DELETE COPY PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL NO. 1

You may want to brighten or darken the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Viewfinder for easier viewing. This adjustment will not affect the captured image brightness.

LED Lamp

2, 6

3, 4, 5

1Set POWER to REC or PLAY.

• The LED Lamp lights up.

2Press MENU to display MENU.

REC MODE

CARD SLOT FLASH SELF TIMER OTHERS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NO. 1 AUTO OFF

3Press or to select OTHERS and

press to display OTHERS menu.

BRIGHTNESS

CLOCK SET BEEP

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

4Press to display LCD BRIGHTNESS

screen.

Basic Operation

SET : EXIT : MENU

5Press (-) or (+) to change the

brightness of the LCD Viewfinder; (+) for brighter, (-) for darker.

6Press MENU twice to exit.

Note:

• The BRIGHT adjustment will be reset to the original setting when the Digital Camera is turned off and in Stand By mode.

Playing Back Captured Images

Manual Playback

1Set POWER to PLAY.

LED Lamp

2, 3, 4

Note:

• Turn off the LCD monitor when not in use by pressing the DISPLAY twice. To turn the monitor back on, press the DISPLAY again.

• Pressing MENU with LCD OFF turns LCD ON and displays the menu. However, after selecting settings and exiting the menu, the LCD will stay ON.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

CARD1 100-0001 F

• The LED Lamp lights up.

MAY 24 1999 10 : 00 AM

2Press MENU to display PLAY MENU

and press to set display mode to NORMAL. Press MENU to exit.

DISPLAY MODE

CARD SLOT DELETE COPY PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL NO. 1

3Press (+) or (-) repeatedly,

[ (+) for ascending order, and (-) for descending order] to change the displayed image on the LCD Viewfinder.

• The image page number and recording mode are displayed at the bottom of the screen.

CARD1 100-0001 F

• If there are no images in memory, a blue back screen will be displayed.

MAY 24 1999 10 : 00 AM

4Hold down (+) or (-), [ (+) for

ascending order, and (-) for descending order] to change the displayed image on the LCD Viewfinder by fast page advance.

• Page number is changed continuously while (+) or (-) is held down.

• Selected page is displayed when button is released.

(Continued on next page)

Playing Back Captured Images

Manual Playback (Continued)

When you capture an image in (Motion Image Rec) mode (see page 21).

Zoom Playback

LED Lamp

2, 3

2, 4

5The following message will appear.

PUSH SHTR TO AUTO PLAY

CARD1 100-0001

MAY 24 1999

10 : 00 AM

6Press SHTR to start playback of

motion image.

1Set POWER to PLAY.

CARD1 100-0001 F

• The LED Lamp lights up.

MAY 24 1999 10 : 00 AM

2Press MENU to display PLAY MENU

and press to set display mode to ZOOM.

DISPLAY MODE

CARD SLOT DELETE COPY PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ZOOM NO. 1

Basic Operation

3Press MENU, the center portion is

zoomed X2.

4Press , , , or repeatedly to

change the zooming area.

5Press SHTR to restore the image to its

normal size.

Playing Back Captured Images

Multi Playback

1Set POWER to PLAY.

LED Lamp

2, 3

2, 4, 5, 6

CARD1 100-0010 F

MAY 24 1999 10 : 00 AM

• The LED Lamp lights up.

2Press MENU to display PLAY MENU

and press to set display mode to

DISPLAY MODE

CARD SLOT DELETE COPY PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NO. 1

3Press MENU. A Multi Image Playback

screen will appear.

100

0003 0004

0002

0006 0007

0005

0010

0009

0008

SEL : SET:SHTR

4Press (+) repeatedly to scroll

forward through Multi Image pages (each page contains 9 images).

100

0003 0004

0002

0006 0007

0005

0010

0009

0008

SEL : SET:SHTR

100

Press

SEL : SET:SHTR

0011

0014

0017

0012 0013

0015 0016

0018 0019

5Press (-) to move back through the

images on the page until the number of the image you want to select is highlighted.

100

0003 0004

0002

0006 0007

0005

0010

0009

0008

SEL : SET:SHTR

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

100

Press

SEL : SET:SHTR

0002

0005

0008

0003 0004

0006 0007

0009 0010

Playing Back Captured Images

6Press to display the preceding

images and to display the next 9 images.

• When the first image on CARD1 is selected, press to select an image on CARD2 (if inserted). When the last image on CARD1 is selected, press to select an image on CARD2 (if inserted).

7Press SHTR to playback the image

you selected, and to go back to Manual Playback.

Basic Operation

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