Pentax OptioM85 Operating Manual

Digital Camera

Operating Manual

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To ensure the best performance
from your camera, please read
the Operating Manual before
using the camera.

Table of Contents

Preface ........................................................................................i

About this Manual .................................................................................................... i

Regarding Copyrights ..................................................................................................... i

Trademark Recognition ................................................................................................... i

To users of this camera ............................................................... ....................................ii

Regarding Product Registration ................................................ ..... .... ..... ......................ii

USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY ..................................................................................ii

About the Camera ..........................................................................................................iii

Warning ........................................................................................................................iii

Caution ........................................................................................................................iii

About the AC Adapter ....................................................................................................iv

Caution .........................................................................................................................iv

Care to be Taken During Handling .................................................................................iv

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

System Requirements ............................................................................................ 1

Package Contents ................................................................................................... 1

Main Features .......................................................................................................... 1

Camera Views ......................................................................................................... 2

The Mode Dial ......................................................................................................... 3

Buttons and Navigation Pad .................................................................................. 4

LED Indicators ................ .. ... ............................... ... ... ............................... ... .. ... ....... 6

LCD screen .............................................................................................................. 7

Capture/Video Mode Display .........................................................................................7

Camera Setup ............................................................................9

Attaching the Wrist Strap ....................................................................................... 9

Inserting the Battery .............. ... ... ............................... ... ............................... ... ....... 9

Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card .................................................................. 10

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Charging the Battery ............................................................................................ 11

Charging the Battery with USB power ................................................................ 11

Turning On ............................................................................................................ 11

First Time Use ....................................................................................................... 12

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Getting Started ........................................................................13

Taking your First Photo ....................................................................................... 13

Anti-Shake Function .....................................................................................................13

Using Quick Review .....................................................................................................13

Using Macro Mode .......................................................................................................14

Setting the Flash Mode ................................................................................................14

Using the Zoom in/out Function ...................................................................................14

Using the Self-timer and Burst Photography ................................................................15

Using Auto Scene Mode .............................................................................................. 15

Using the AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) Function ..................................................16

Setting the Scene Mode ...............................................................................................17

Face and Smile Detection AF/AE Function .................................................................. 17

Using the Self Portrait Mode ................................................................................ 18

Taking Panoramic Pictures .................................................................................. 19

Recording your First Video ... ................................ ... .. ... ............................... ... ... .. 20

Recording Audio Files ......... ............................................................... .. ... ... .......... 20

Recording Voice Memos .......................................... .. ................................ .. ... ..... 21

Capture Settings ......................................................................22

The Capture Menu ................................................................................................ 22

Image Resolution .........................................................................................................23

Image Quality ...............................................................................................................23

Focus Zone ..................................................................................................................23

EV Compensation ........................................................................................................24

AEB ..............................................................................................................................24

M-Burst Interval ............................................................................................................24

White Balance .............................................................................................................. 25

ISO Speed ....................................................................................................................25

AE Metering .................................................................................................................26

Color .............................................................................................................................26

Sharpness .................................................................................................................... 26

Saturation .....................................................................................................................27

Contrast ........................................................................................................................27

Setup ............................................................................................................................27

Video Capture Menu ............................................................................................. 28

Video Resolution ..........................................................................................................28

White Balance .............................................................................................................. 28

Color .............................................................................................................................28

Saturation .....................................................................................................................28

Contrast ........................................................................................................................28

Setup ............................................................................................................................28

Photo, Video & Audio Playback .............................................29

Playback Mode Display .............................. ... ... ............................... ... .. ................ 29

Viewing Photos/Videos on the LCD Screen ....................................................... 30

Viewing M-Burst Photos ...............................................................................................30

Listening to Audio Files ....................................................................................... 30

Listening to Voice Memo ..............................................................................................31

Viewing Photos/Videos on your TV .................................................................... 31

Zooming In During Playback ............................. ................................ .. ... ... .......... 31

Deleting Photos/Videos/Audios .......................................................................... 32

Using the Playback Menu ........................................................ ............................ 32

DPOF ...........................................................................................................................33

Slideshow .....................................................................................................................34

Resize ..........................................................................................................................34

Rotate ...........................................................................................................................35

Protect ..........................................................................................................................35

Frame Composite .......................................................... ...............................................36

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Move ............................................................................................................................37

Divide ...........................................................................................................................37

Transferring Photos/Videos to your PC ............................................................. 39

Camera Settings ......................................................................40

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The Setup Menu .................................................................................................... 40

LCD Brightness ............................................................................................................40

File Number ..................................................................................................................40

Digital Zoom ............................................................. ..... ..... .... ......................................41

Quick View ...................................................................................................................41

Continuous AF ............................................................................................................. 41

Camera Sound .............................................................................................................42

Power Saving ............................................................................................................... 42

Auto Power Off .............................................................................................................42

Video Out .....................................................................................................................43

Date Stamp ..................................................................................................................43

Date and Time ..............................................................................................................43

Language ..................................................................................................................... 44

Image Storage ...................................................... .... ..... ...............................................44

Format ..........................................................................................................................44

Reset ............................................................................................................................45

Voice Memo .................................................................................................................45

Specifications ..........................................................................46

Troubleshooting ......................................................................49

Preface

About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digita l Camera . Please read this ma nual befo re using the camer a
in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a
valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera capabilities.

Regarding Copyrights

Images taken using the PENTAX Digital Camera that are for anything other than personal enjoyment
cannot be used without pe rm iss ion a cc or d ing to th e ri ghts as specified in the Copyright Act. Please take
care, as there are cases where limitations are placed on tak ing pi ctu r es even for pers on a l enjoy m en t
during demonstrations , perform ances or of item s on display. Images tak en with the purpos e of obtainin g
copyrights also cannot be used outside t he scope of use of th e copyright as laid out in the Copy right Act,
and care should be taken here also.

Trademark Recognition

• PENTAX and Optio are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION.

• SDHC logo ( ) is trademark.

• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and other countries.

• Windows Vista is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.

• Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe
Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

• ArcSoft is the trademark of ArcSoft Inc.

• All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.

Preface i

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About this Manual

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To users of this camera

• There is a possibility that recorded data may be erased or that the camera may not function
correctly when used in surroundings such as installations generating strong electromagnetic
radiation or magnetic fields.

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• The liquid crystal panel used in the display is manufactured using extremely high precision
technology. Alth ough the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or better , you should be aware th at

0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not.
However, this has no effect on the recorded image.

• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen in this manual are different from
the actual product.

• Do not use or store this device in th e vicini ty of e quipm ent t hat gene rates str ong ele ctromag netic
radiation or magnetic fields.

• Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters
could interfere with the monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the product's internal circuitry
and cause camera misoperation.

Regarding Product Registration

In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be
found on the CD-ROM (S-SW95) supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX website. Thank you for
your cooperation.

USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY

We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we request your
special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols.

Warning This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause serious personal injuries.
Caution This symbol indicates that violating this item could caus e minor or medium personal

injuries, or material losses.

About this Manual

About the Camera

Warning

• Do not attempt to take the camera apart or remodel the camera. High voltages are present within
the camera, and there is therefore a danger of electric shocks if the camera is taken apart.

• If the inside of the camera sh ould beco me exposed as a resu lt of, for exa mple, the camera bei ng
dropped, please do not under any circumstances touch such exposed portions, as there is a
danger of receiving an electric shock.

• To avoid the risk of it being swallowed by mistake, keep the memory card out of the reach of
small children. Seek medical attention immediately if a card is accidentally swallowed.

• Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous. Please take care that
small children do not hang the strap around their necks.

• Use an AC adapter that is of the power and voltage specified for exclusive use with this p ro du ct.
The use of an AC adapter other than that specified exclusively for use with this product may
cause fire or electric shocks.

• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell , or in th e event of any other irregularity, stop using
the camera immediately, remove the battery or unplug the AC ad apter, and contact your nearest
PENTAX Service Center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.

• During thunderstorms, unplug and discontinue use of the AC adapter. Continued use could
cause equipment failure, a fire, or electric shock.

Caution

• Never try to disassemble or short the battery. Also, do not dispose of the batte ry in a fire, as they
may explode.

• Do not charge any battery oth er than rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI95. The battery could
explode or catch fire.

• Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a risk of burns.

• Do not discharge the flash while it i s touching your clothing as there is a risk of di scolor i ng of the
clothing.

• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them. Flush
your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.

• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin or clothes, wash the affected
areas thoroughly with water.

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• Precautions for D-LI95 Battery Usage:

- BATTERY MAY EXPLODE OR FIRE IF MISTREATED.

- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.

- DO NOT CHARGE EXCEPT SPECIFIED CHARGING CONDITION.

- DO NOT HEAT ABOVE 140 °F/60 °C, OR SHORT CIRCUIT.

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- DO NOT CRUSH OR MODIFY.

• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins to smoke. Be
careful not to burn yourself during remova l.

• Some portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care, as there is a risk of low
temperature burns if such portions are held for long periods of time.

• Should the liquid crystal display be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not
to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or in your eyes or in your mouth.

• Depending on your inherent factors or physical condition, the use of the camera may cause
itching, rashes or blisters. In case of any abnormality, stop using the camera and get medical
attention immediately.

About the AC Adapter

Caution

• Do not place heavy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow the
AC plug cord to become damaged due to excessive bending. If the AC plug cord becomes
damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center.

• Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still plugged in.

• Do not plug in the AC plug cord with wet hands. This can cause an electrical shock.

• Do not subject the product to strong impacts or allow it to drop onto a hard surface. This can
cause a malfunction.

Care to be Taken During Handling

• Take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is include d in the package with you when
traveling. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad.

• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly,
particularly prior to taking im port ant picture s (such as at a w edding or during tr aveling). C ontent s
of the recording cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your data to a
computer, etc. is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media (memory
card), etc.

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• The lens on this camera is not interchangeable. The lens is not removable.

• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol or benzene.

• Places of high temperatur e and humidity should be avoided. Particular care should be taken
regarding vehicles, which can become very hot inside.

• Storing the camera where pesticides and chemicals are handled should be avoided. Remove
from case and store in a well-ven tilated place to prevent the camera from becoming moldy
during storage.

• As this camera is not waterproof, do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain,
water or any other liquid.

• Ensure that the camera is not subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressu re as this may
cause damage or malfunction. Place the camera on a cushion for pro tection when the camera is
subjected to the vibrations of a motorbike, car, ship, etc. If the camera is sub jected to sub st antial
vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and
have it checked.

• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

• The liquid crystal display will become black at a high temperature but will return to no rmal when
normal temperatures are returned to.

• The response speed of the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low temperatures. This is due
to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault.

• Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain high performance.

• If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation may form on the inside
and outside of the camera. Therefore put the camera in a bag or plastic bag, and take the
camera out when the difference in temperature has subsided.

• Be careful not to allow dirt, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases or salt to enter the camera as this
may damage the camera. Wipe away any raindrops or water droplets and allow the camera to
dry.

• Please note that formatting a memory card or internal flash memory will delete all data; however
it may still be possible to recover that data using off-the-shelf data recovery software. Please
manage your camera memory at your own risk.

• Please do not press forcefully on the display. This could cause breakage or malfunction.

• Be careful not to sit down with the camera in your back pocket as this may damage the exterior
of the camera or the display.

• When using a tripod with the camera, be ca refu l no t to o ver t ighte n the screw in t he tr ipo d socket
on the camera.

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About this Manual

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new digital camera. This manual provides step-by-step
instructions on how to use your camera, and is intended for your reference only.

System Requirements

In order to get the most out of your camera, your computer must meet the following system
requirements:

• OS: Windows 2000/XP/Vista

• Memo r y: 128 MB or above

• HDD space: 40 MB or above

•USB port

Package Contents

Check the contents of your camera package. It should contain:

• Digital camera

•USB/AV 3-in-1 cable

• Wrist strap

• One Li-ion battery

• Adapter

• Quick start guide for all regions

• Bundled CD-ROM (Application Softw are and User’s Manual)

Main Features

• 12 mega pixels resolution

• 15x zoom (Up to 3x optical zoom and 5x digital zoom)

• 1/2.33 inch CCD image sensor

• 3.0 inch TFT LCD monitor

• 32 MB internal flash memory; support SD/SDHC memory card up to 16GB

• Sleek and slim design

• E asy-to-use button interface

Introduction 1

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System Requirements

2 Introduction

Camera Views

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Front View Rear View

1. Zoom switch 8. LCD screen

2. Shutter button 9. 4-way navigation buttons

3. POWER button 10. OK button

4. Zoom Lens 11. Delete/Anti-shake button

5. Flash 12. Mode dial

6. Self-timer LED 13. Tripod mount

7. Microphone 14. Battery/SD card compartment

Camera Views

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15. Menu button

16. USB/AV port

17. Wrist strap loop

The Mode Dial

The camera is equipped with a convenient Mode Dial that allows you to switch between different
modes with ease. The function of each mode is as follows:

Mode Type Icon Function

Auto Switch to select Auto mode.
Auto Scene Switch to select Auto Scene mode.

P-Mode
(Program Mode)

Panorama Switch to select Panorama mode.
SCENE

Macro Switch to enable Macro mode.
Video Switch to select Video mode.

Playback

Switch to select Program mode.

Switch to select SCENE mode. Here you can set a
pre-programmed Scene mode.

Switch to select Playback mode to review photos/videos/audio
clips saved in the internal memory or on the memory card.

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The Mode Dial

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Buttons and Navigation Pad

Your camera is equipp ed with an Delete/Anti-shake ( / ) button, a menu button, and a navigation
pad. The four-way navigation buttons and the OK button allow you to access the various options
available from the On Screen Di splay (OSD) men u. You can configure a wide range of sett ings to ensure

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maximum results from y our photos and videos. Further functions of these buttons are as follows:

Icon Button Function

1. In Capture mode:

• Press to enable anti -s h ake func t i on

• Press to delete the captured image or video when using

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MENU Menu Opens or exits the OSD menus.

Delete/Anti-Shake

OK

Up/Flash

Quick Review

(QUICK VIEW has to be set "ON" at SETUP

mode.)

2. In Playback mode:

• Press to display the Delete menu

1. Confirms a selection when using the OSD menus.

2. In Capture mode:

• Press to enable AF area selection when Selected Area is
selected in Focus Zone submenu

3. In Playback mode:

• Press to start and pause the audio/video pl ayback

• Press to stop the voice memo pl ayback

1. Moves up in the OSD menus.

2. In Capture mode:

• Press to pan up in AF area selection

• Scroll through the flash mode options (Auto, Off, Fill and
Red-eye Reduction)

3. In Playback mode:

• Press to pan up in magnify/crop mode

• Press to move up in the thumbnail display

Buttons and Navigation Pad

Icon Button Function

1. Moves right in the OSD menus.

2. In Capture mode:

• Press to pan right in AF area selection

• Press to scroll through the Self-timer/Burst/M-Burst mode

Right/Self-timer/
Burst mode

Down/Screen

3. In Video mode:

• Press to scroll through the Self-timer options

4. In Playback mode:

• Press to pan right in magnify/crop mode

• Press to move right in the thumbnail displ ay

• Press to navigate to next image i n si ng le up

• Press to fast forward video/audio playback

1. Moves down in the OSD menus.

2. In Capture mode:

• Press to pan down in AF area selection

• Press to enable the following functions: full icon, full icon
with histogram, face detection, smile detection, and
simple display (hide all icons except the mode icon and
focus bracket). Press ag ain to turn all icons back on the
LCD screen.

3. In Video mode:

• Press to turn off extra icons on the LCD screen, press
again to turn all icons back on the LCD scr een

4. In Playback mode:

• Press to pan down in magnify/crop mode

• Press to move down in the thumbnail display

• Press to show the file infor m at i on

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Note: Face and smile detection function s are
not available in Macro, Panorama, Sport, Land­scape, Night Landscape, Foliage, Aquarium,
Fireworks and Copy modes.

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Buttons and Navigation Pad

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Icon Button Function

1. Moves left in the OSD menus.

2. Goes up to the previous level in the OSD menus.

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Left/
Quick Review

3. In Capture mode:

• Press to pan left in AF area selection

• Press to display the previously captured photo

4. In Video mode:

• Press to display the first frame of the last video recorded

5. In Playback mode:

• Press to pan left in magnify/crop mode

• Press to move left in the thumbnail display

• Press to navigate to previous image in single up

• Press to fast rewind video/audio playback

LED Indicators

LED LED Status Camera Status

Off Power Off.

Power/Flash LED

Self-timer LED

Blue (steady) Ready to take pictures.
Blue (blinking) Camera busy .
Off Self-timer off.
Orange (blinking) (10

sec)
Orange (blin king) (2 sec) Timer count down, fl ash after 2 seconds.

Timer count down, flash after 10 seconds.

LED Indicators

LCD screen

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The high resolution 3.0” TFT LCD screen shows all important information regarding camera settings as
well as the visual image for your photo or video.

Use the Mode Dial to switch betwee n screen modes . Press the Screen button to switch between a
Full display (all icons with histogram, face detection or smile detection), or a Simple display (only mode
icon and focus area are shown while other icons are hidden).

Capture/Video Mode Display

1. Mode indicator
Auto
Auto Scene
P-Mode
Panorama
SCENE

Sport
Landscape
Night Landscape
Portrait
Self Portrait
Night Portrait
Museum
Snow
Sunset
Firework
Beach
Party
Foliage

Aquarium
Kids & Pets
Copy
Backlight

Audio
Marco
Video
Playback

2. Image Resolution
12M
10M

8.9M 3:2
8M
5M
3M

2.1M 16:9
2M
VGA

Capture Mode

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3. Image Quality
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4. Flash
Auto Flash
Flash Off
Fill Flash
Red-eye Reduction

5. Self-Timer/Burst Mode
Self Timer

Burst Mode
M-burst Mode

6. Auto Exposure Bracketing
AEB Mode

7. Image Counter
Capture Mode

Video Mode

8. Memory Interface
SD Card
Internal Memory

9. Date Stamp

LCD screen

10 Seconds
2 Second

Quantity 9999

Time 00:00:00

10. Anti-Shake

11. Zoom Bar

12. EV Compensation

13. Aperture Value

14. Shutter Speed 2~1/2000

15. Battery Indicator
Battery Full
Battery Medium
Battery Low
Battery Insufficient

16. AF Frame

17. ISO Speed
Auto
ISO 80
ISO 100
ISO 200
ISO 400
ISO 800
ISO 1600
ISO 3200

18. Focus Zone
Multi-Zone

-2.0EV~
+2.0EV

Blinking

Center
Selected Area

19. CONTINUOUS AF

20. Sharpness
High
Normal
Low

21. Contrast
High
Normal
Low

22. Saturation
High
Normal
Low

23. White Blance
Auto
Sunny
Tungsten
Fluorescent
Cloudy

24. AE Metering
Matrix
Center Weighted
Spot

25. Camera Steady Warning

Camera Setup

Attaching the Wrist Strap

Follow these instructions to attach the wrist strap to your camera to facilitate easy
carrying:

1. Insert the short loop of the strap in the strap eyelet.

2. String the larger loop of the strap though the short loop and pull tight to attach
the strap to the camera.

Inserting the Battery

Follow these instructions to insert the Li-ion battery into the battery compartment.

1. Open the battery compartment at the
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2. Insert the battery into the compartment observing the correct
polarity.

3. Close the battery compartmen t.

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Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card

The camera features 32 MB internal flash memory but you may also use an optional SD/SDHC memory
card for additional storage.

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Follow these instructions to insert the SD/SDHC card.

1. Open the battery compartment at the
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3. Close the battery compartmen t.

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Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card

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Charging the Battery

1. Insert the battery into the camera and connect the USB/AV
3-in-1 cable with the AC adapter as shown in the picture.

2. Connect the AC adapter to a live household outlet to start
charging. The power LED will blink during the charging process.

3. Disconnect the USB/AV 3-in-1 cable when the charging is done.
When the charging is done, Power LED still turns on.

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Charging the Battery with USB power

1. Turn the power off and connect the USB/AV 3-in-1 cable with the camera and the computer.

2. The power LED will blink during the charging process.

3. The Power LED will keep steady blue when charging is done.

4. Disconnect the USB/AV 3-in-1 cable.

Note:

1. The room temperature suitable for charging the camera is 6°C ~ 33°C. Power LED blinks during the
charge and keep steady blue automatically after the charge.

2. The battery will not be charged when the room temperature is a b ove 33°C or below 6°C. Also,
Power LED will not blink. The battery will be continuely charged till the temperature is between
6°C ~ 33°C.

Turning On

Press and hold the POWER button to turn on the camera. To turn off the camera, press the POWER
button again.

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12 Camera Setup

First Time Use

Press the POWER button as described in “Turning On” on page 11,
a welcome screen displays on the LCD screen.

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If the camera is turned on for the first time, the Language menu pops
up automatically after powering on the camera. Press the OK button and
select the desired language b y Up/Down navigation buttons, then press
the OK button to confirm.

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LANGUAGE

After the desired language is selected, the Date and Time menu pops
up. Press the OK button. Select each field and adjust the value using the
navigation buttons. Press the OK button to confirm.

Note:
If the Date and Time is reset (when running out the battery and not in use for a long period), the Date
and Time setup screen displays automatically.

First Time Use

Press OK when done

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Getting Started

Now that you are familiar with the layout of your camera, you are r ea dy to start taking photos and
movies.

Taking your First Photo

Taking a photo with the camera is very simple.

1. Turn the camera on and turn the Mode Dial to Auto mode.

2. Frame the shot on the LCD screen and press the Shutter button halfway. The camera
automatically adjusts the focus and exposure. The focus bracket turns green when ready.

3. Press fully and hold the Shutter button to capture the image.

When a camera steady warning icon appears, hold the camera as still as possible, as a longer
exposure time (more than 1/4 0 second) is required.

Anti-Shake Function

This function is only available in Auto capture mode. Press the

/ button to enable the Anti-Shake function, and press again to

disable it. An Anti-Shake icon displays on the LCD screen when the
function is activated.

Using Quick Review

To delete a photo when using Quick Review:

1. Press the Left/Quick Review navigation button.

2. Press the / button, a confirmation screen is displayed.
Select THIS IMAGE to delete the photo or CANCEL to keep it.

3. Press OK to confirm your selection.

You can also delete photos from the Playback menu. See “Deleting Photos/Videos/Audios” on page 32
for more detailed information.

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Using Macro Mode

Macro mode is designed for close-up photography and can capture all detail even when your subject is
very close to the camera. Turn the Mode Dial to Macro mode. The Macro icon displays on

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the LCD screen.

Setting the Flash Mode

You can choose from four flash modes to suit various lighting conditions.
Press the Up/Flash navigation button to scroll through the four modes on the LCD screen. Th e

flash setting remains the same for subsequent photos until you change it as described above.

Auto flash: The flash fires automatically when needed.
Flash off: The flash is turned off .
Fill flash: The flash always fires.

Red-eye Reduction: The flash fires twice so as to reduce the red-eye effect.

Using the Zoom in/out Function

The camera comes equipped with 3x optical zoom and 5x digital zoom that allows you to zoom in on
your subject.

To use the zoom:

1. Slide the Zoom switch to the right to zoom in on your subject.

2. Slide the Zoom switch to the left to zoom out from your subject.

Taking your First Photo

Using the Self-timer and Burst Photography

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The camera comes equipped with a self-timer which allows you t o take photos afte r a pre-defined delay.
The burst photography featur e allows you to take multiple consecutive photos by pressing and holding
the Shutter button. The multi-burst photography feature allows you to take multiple (16) consecutive
VGA photos by pressing the Shutter button once.

To set the self-timer/burst mode:

1. Press the Right/Self-timer /Burst Mode navigation button to cycle through the self­timer ( or ) and burst photography options ( or ) on the LCD screen.

2. Once you have selected an option, frame and take your shot. In self-t imer mode, the icon will
flash until the time expires and the photo is take n .

3. After taking a photo, the Self-timer automatically exit. If you want to use these functions for the
next photo, press the Right/Self-timer /Burst Mode navigation button again to

activate the function.

Note:

: Burst Mode

Take photos until shutter is released.

: Multi-Burst Mode

16 photos continuously by 1 press of the Shutter button.

Using Auto Scene Mode

When Auto Scene mode is enabled, the camera will automatically
detect the proper scene modes you may want to switch, such as P ortr ait,
Landscape, Night Portrait, Night Landscape, Backlight, Copy, Macro,
Foliage. However, the image resolution and quality, and the exposure
compensation are still controllable in this function.

1. Turn Mode Dial to Auto Scene mode.

2. The detected scene icon will be displayed on the LCD.

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Using the AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) Function

When using the AEB (Auto Expos u re Bracketing) function, the camera automatically takes
3 consecutive photos with different exposures by pressing the Shutter button once. For example, when
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camera takes shots of the same scene with 3 varying levels of exposure: -0.3 EV, 0 EV and +0.3 EV.
This function is only available in Auto, P-Mode and Macro modes. To set the AEB mode:

1. Press the MENU button to display menu options.

2. Press the Left/Right navigation buttons to select AEB setting.

3. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the
available options:

• AEB: Select to enable (ON) or disable (OFF) the AEB function.

• BRACKET: Select to set the bracket interval value ranging fr o m

±0.3 to ±2.0 EV in 0.3 or 0.4 EV increments.

• EXIT: Select to apply new settings to the camera and return to

the setup menu.

Note:

1. When taking AEB shots, hold the camera steadily. For the best result, use the tripod.

2. Flash, Burst, and M-Burst modes are n ot allowed when the AEB function is enabled.

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Setting the Scene Mode

The camera supports various preset modes for shooting in different environments and conditions. Each
setting is configured automatically by the camera.

To select scene modes:

1. Turn the Mode Dial to SCENE mode to display the S cen e
menu options.

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3. Press OK to confirm your selection.

Face and Smile Detection AF/AE Function

The face ( ) and smile ( ) detection functions can be toggled on and
off with each press of the Down/Screen navigation button in most
capture modes. When the subject’s face/ smile is detected, the white
bracket appears to track faces/smiles while the camera or people are

moving.
When the Shutter button is pressed halfway, the green focus frames

appear on the LCD screen. Then the camera automatically adjusts the
focus point and exposure to the optimized value. Press the Shutter
button all the way to take pictures with detected face. When a detected
face smiles, the shutter automatically f ires.

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However, when the camera fails to detect your subject’s face, a white focus bracket will be displayed
according to the selected focus mode.

To disable the smile detection function, press the Down/Screen navigation button again.

Using the Self Portrait Mode

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The up-to-date Self Portrait function allows you to take self-portrait shots. When enabling the Self
Portrait function, a white detecti on fram e will appear and tra ck your f ace automatically. After focus on, it
will take a shot without pressing the Shutter button.

To take a self-portrait shot:

1. Press the SCENE but ton and select Self Portrait mode,
and then press the OK button to confirm. The Self Portrait icon

displays on the LCD screen.

2. Turn the camera lens toward your face.

3. The camera will automatically take a picture. This fu nction is
available in any flash mode.

Note:

1. The

Shutter button, Macro mode, Self-timer and Burst functions could not work when enable the

Self Portrait mode. Also, the
Face modes.

2. The white focus frame only works within the effective yellow frame.

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Taking Panoramic Pictures

Panorama mode allows you to shoot ultra wide panoramic shots. You can create wide-view photos by
stitching three images into a single panoramic scene.

To take a panoramic picture:

1. Turn the Mode Dial to Panorama mode. The Panorama
icon displays on the LCD screen.

2. You can take panoramic shots in either left-to-right ( ) or
right-to-left ( ) sequence. Press the Up/Down navigation

buttons to select the direction in which the sequence will be
taken. Then press the OK button.

3. Frame the first view on the LCD screen and press the Shutter
button. The frame record icon is displayed to indicate the loca tion
of frame is going to take f or the panorama image.

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4. After a quick preview, the LCD screen shows an overlay from the
first picture.

5. Capture the second and third view s as taking the first view,
making sure that the edges of pictures overlap.

6. You can press the / button to retake the picture. If you are
taking only two pictures, press the OK button to stitch them
together.

7. After you take three pictures, the camera will automatically stitch
them together into one panorama shot.

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8. Turn the Mode Dial to Playback mode to view the result.

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Recording your First Video

You can also record video clips with the camera.
To record a video clip:

1. Turn the camera on and turn the Mode Dial to Video mode.

2. Frame your subject using the LCD screen and press the Shutter button to start recording. The
self-timer LED is steady on to indicate recording is in progress.

3. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording. If not, recording will continue until all free
memory space is used.

4. In playback mode, press the OK button to playback the recording. Press the / button to
delete the recording if needed.

Recording Audio Files

You can also record audio files with the camera.
To record an audio file:

1. Turn the Mode Dial to SCN mode and select the Audio mode with 4-way navigation button.

2. Press the Shutter button to start recording. A counting up timer will be displayed during audio
recording.

3. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording. If not, recording will continue until all free
memory space is used.

4. Start recording screen is displayed after recording is stopped.

5. In playback mode, press the OK button to playback the recording. Press the / button to
delete the recording if needed.

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Recording Voice Memos

You can add a 20 sec voice memo to an image right after it’s taken.
To record a voice memo:

1. Hold the Shutter button to start recording and release the Shutter button to stop recording.

2. While recording, the taken image is shown on the LCD screen.

3. The elapsed time screen shows the length of a voice memo.

Note:
A Voice Memo can also be added in Playback mode.

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Capture Settings

This section describes the vario u s settings you can modify to get better results when taking photos and

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video clips.

The Capture Menu

To access the Capture menu:

1. Turn the Mode Dial to select a desired image capture mode.

2. Press the MENU button to display menu options and use the Left/Right navigation buttons to
select the function you need, then press the OK button to enter the selection function.

3. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons to highlight an option and press the OK button to
confirm.

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Image Resolution

The Image Resolution setting refers to the size of the image in pixels.
Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the options.
9 settings for image resolution are available:

• 12M (4000 x 3000) • 3M (2048 x 1536)

• 10M (3664 x 2748) • 2.1M 16:9 (1920 x 1080)

• 8.9M 3:2 (3664 x 2442) • 2M (1600 x 1200)

• 8M (3264 x 2448) • VGA (640 x480)

• 5M (2576 x 1932)

Image Quality

The Image Quality setting refers to the compression ratio of the JPG.
The higher image quality, more memory space is required. Use the Up/
Down navigation buttons to select from the options. 3 settings for
image quality are available:

•BEST (default)

•BETTER

•GOOD

Focus Zone

The Focus Zone setting allows you to select the number of zones the
camera will focus on when taking a photo. Use the Up/Down
navigation buttons to selec t from the options. 3 settings for f ocus zone
are available:

•MULTI-ZONE (default)

•CENTER

• SELECTED AREA: When this option is set, press the OK button to

enable AF area selection. The new setting is applied to the Live
View image each time navigation buttons are pressed. Press the
OK button to return to the capture mode and save the current set ting, which will take eff ect until
it is changed again.

Note:
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EV Compensation

The EV Compensation menu allows you to adjust the exposure or
amount of light that enters the lens while capturing photos or videos.
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between the subject and background is not balanced or when the
subject occupies only a small part of the photograph. Use a positive (+)
EV compensation for spotlit subjects, especially against dark
backgrounds or scenes with low reflectivity, such as green or dark
foliage.

Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to modify the value. This setting
can be modified from -2.0 to +2.0 in a 0.3/0.4 increment/decrement.

AEB

See “Using the AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) Function” on pa ge16 for more detailed information.

M-Burst Interval

The M-Burst Interval setting allows you to adjust the burst interval
when the multi-burst function is enabled. Use the Up/Down navigation
buttons to select from the options. 3 settings for M-Burst Interval are
avaliable:

•1/30 SEC (default)

•1/15 SEC

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White Balance

The White Balance setting allows you to adjust the camera setting
according to the ambient white light when shooting. White balance
represents the degree of coolness of the light. If the light has a yellowish
or reddish tinge, it is said to be warm; if it has a bluish tinge, it is said to
be cool. You can select the setting and preview it on screen before
confirming your choice. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select
from the options. 5 white balance settings are available:

• AUTO (default) • FLUORESCENT

•SUNNY •CLOUDY

•TUNGSTEN

AUTO

SUNNY

TUNGSTEN

FLUORESCENT

WHITE BALANCE

ISO Speed

The ISO Speed setting allows you to adjust the CCD light-sensitivity.
Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the options. 8 ISO
settings are available:

•AUTO (default)

•ISO 80

• ISO 100: For outdoor photography in bright sunlight.

• ISO 200: For outdoor or indoor photography in bright light.

• ISO 400: For indoor photography or low light environments.

• ISO 800: For moving object photography or l ow light

environments without using flash.

• ISO 1600: For moving object photography or low light environments without using flash

• ISO 3200: For moving object photography or low light environments without using flash

Note:
ISO 3200: Only capture at 3M image resolution when you select ISO 3200. If you wish to select
larger image resolution, ISO will go to default setting at Auto ISO.

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ISO 100

ISO 200

ISO SPEED

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Color

Sharpness

The AE Metering allows you to select the area of the subject or frame
by which the camera measures light. Use the Up/Down navigation
buttons to select from the options. 3 AE metering settings are available:

• MATRIX (default): Camera metering is set for evaluating 16

zones of objects with intelligent weighting in the frame.

• CENTER WEIGHTED: The metering puts more emphasis on the

center of the image while still looking at the entire scene.

• SPOT: Camera metering is set for the brightness of a single

object in the center of the frame.

The Color setting allows you to take photos and apply diffe rent colors or
color tones for an artistic effe c t. Us e th e Up/Down navigati on button s
to select from the options. 4 color settings are available:

• VIVID

•COLOR (default)

•BLACK & WHITE

•SEPIA

The Sharpness setting allows you to enhance the finer details of your
photos. Use a higher setting for very sharp photos and a lower setting
for a soft-toned photo. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select
from the options. 3 sharpness settings are available:

•HIGH

•NORMAL (default)

•LOW

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Saturation

The Saturation setting allows you to adjust the saturation of the colors
in your photos. Use a high saturation setting fo r r ich colors and a lower
saturation setting for more natural tones. Use the Up/Down navigation
buttons to select from the options. 3 saturation settings are available:

•HIGH

•NORMAL (default)

•LOW

Contrast

The Contrast setting allows you to adjust t he contrast of your photos.
Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the options.
3 contrast settings are available:

•HIGH

•NORMAL (default)

•LOW

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Video Capture Menu

To access the video menu:

1. Turn the Mode Dial to Video mode.

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2. Press the MENU button to display the menu options.

3. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to highlight an op tion and
press the OK button to enter the submenu. Refer to the following
sections for more detailed information about each setting.

Video Resolution

The Video Resolution setting allows you to adjust the resolution at
which your videos are recorded. 3 video size settings are available:

• 1280X720

• 640X480

• 320X240

White Balance

See “White Balance” on page 25 for more details on the setup menu
options.

Color

See “Color” on page 26 for more details on the setup menu options.

Saturation

See “Saturation” on page 27 for more details on the setup menu options.

Contrast

See “Contrast” on page 27 for more details on the setup menu options.

Setup

See “The Setup Menu” on page 40 for more details on the setup menu options.

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6. Color mode

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11. Date and Time 2009/09/01

12. Next Move to next image.

13. Battery status

14. Previous Move to previous image.

15. Voice memo

16. Mode icons Please see “Capture/Video Mode Display”

Photo mode:

Video mode: HD (1280X720),

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To view your photos and video files on the LCD screen:

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2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through ph otos and video clips.

3. Press the OK button to begin playback of a video clip.

4. Press the Left/Right navigation buttons at any time during playback to skip to the previous/next
photo or video.

5. Press the OK button and press the Left/Right navigation buttons to fast-rewind/fast-forward
during video playback.

6. Press the OK button at any time during playback to pause the video.

7. After the video clip finishes playing, the LCD screen displays the first frame of the clip.

Viewing M-Burst Photos

To view your multi-burst photos on the LCD screen:

1. Turn the Mode Dial to Playback mode. The most recent photo or video clip is displayed.

2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through photos.

3. When reviewing a multi-burst image, it will be displayed from the 1st frame to the 16th frame at 2
frames/per second like a slideshow.

4. To stop the M-Burst slideshow, press Left/Right navigation buttons and skip to the previous/
next image.

Listening to Audio Files

To listen to audio files:

1. Turn the Mode Dial to Playback mode. The most recent photo, audio or video clip is
displayed.

2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through the files .

3. Press the OK button to begin playback of an audio file.

4. Press the Left/Right navigation buttons at any time during playback to skip to the previous/next
audio file.

5. Press the OK button and press the Left/Right navigation buttons to fast-rewind/fast-forward
during audio playback.

6. Press the OK button at any time during playback to pause.

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Listening to Voice Memo

A voice memo plays simultaneously when playing a saved image with voice memo.
To stop a voice memo while reviewing an image, press OK button.
To skip to previous/next image, press Left/Right navigation buttons.

Viewing Photos/Videos on your TV

To vie w images stored on the camera on your TV, you must
connect via the USB/AV ( ) port on the side of the camera. To

connect your camera to a TV:

1. T ur n on the ca mera and make sure that the camera’s video
out format is set to the same as that of the TV. See “Video
Out” on page 43 for more information.

2. Connect the USB/AV 3-in-1 cable to the port
on the camera.

3. Connect the other end of the cable to the TV’s AV input
port.

4. The LCD screen turns blank and all images and video clips
are displayed on the TV screen. Follow the same steps
described in “Viewing Photos/Videos on the LCD Screen” on page 30.

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Zooming In During Playback

The camera’s zoom feat ure can also be used durin g pla yback . Th is allows yo u to view ph oto s in great e r
detail.

To zoom in on saved photos:

1. Slide the Zoom In and Zoom Out switches to zoom in and ou t of the photo /video.

2. Use the navigation buttons to pan across the image.

3. When zoomed in on a photo, press the OK button to crop the image. When zoomed out to the
maximum, the LCD screen will display all photos and videos as a series of thumbnails.

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Deleting Photos/Videos/Audios

The Delete function allows you to remove unwanted files stored on
internal memory or a memory card.

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To delete a photo/video/audio:

1. Press the / button to display the Delete menu.

2. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons and the OK button to
select from the available options:

• CANCEL: Select to cancel the action and exit to the main

menu.

• V OICE MEMO (only available f or images with voice memos attached): Select to delete the voice

memo.

•THIS IMAGE/VIDEO/AUDIO: Select to delete the current image/video/audio.

•ALL IMAGES: Select to delete all images.

Using the Playback Menu

Access the Playback menu to view further information, configure
printing settings, view a slideshow, or delete photos or movies.

To access the Playback menu:

1. Turn the Mode Dial to select Playback Mode.

2. Press the MENU button to display the menu options.

3. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to highlight an option
and press the OK button to confirm.

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DPOF

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you to specify the number of copies of a certain image that
you want to print at a later date.

Use this function to tag pictures stored in your memory card with print information. You can tag all
pictures to be printed or just the current picture. You can also select how many copies print.

When all images to be printed are tagged, remove the memory card and take it to a photographic shop
for printing, or use it with a DPOF compatible printer.

To s et DPOF:

1. Press the MENU button to select DPOF from the menu.

2. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons and the OK button to
select from the available options:

• THIS IMAGE: Select to print the current image.

• ALL IMAGES: Select to print all images.

• EXIT: Select to exit to the main menu.

3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to set the number of
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Slideshow

The Slideshow function allows you to view all stored photos in a
continuous sequence.

To view a slideshow:

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1. Press the MENU button to select SLIDESHOW from the menu,
then press the OK button to enter the SLIDESHOW function.

2. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons and the OK button to
select from the available options:

• START : Select to start the slideshow.

• I NTERVAL: Select to set the interv al time between each photo

during the slideshow. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to set a value in seconds.

• L OOP: Select to enable/disable a continuous loop of the slideshow. Select On or Off (default)

from the submenu.

• EXIT: Select to exit to the main menu.

Resize

The Resize function allows you to change the image resolution.
To resize a photo:

1. Press the MENU button to select RESIZE from the menu, then
press the OK button to enter the Resize function.

2. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons and the OK button to
select the resize ratio you require: 6M, 4M, 2M, 1M, and VGA.

3. Select EXIT to return to the main menu.

Note:
It is only possible to scale-down image resolutions. If the current image resolution is VGA, this menu
item is disabled in the Resize submenu. The ratio of the i m a ge (4:3 or 3:2) remains unchanged after
resizing.

• This function only supports native pictures

• Cropped images cannot be resized

• If there is not sufficient storage space, images cannot be resized

• If the SD/SDHC card is locked, images cannot be resized

• VGA images cannot be resized

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EXIT

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Rotate

The Rotate function allows you to change the orientation of a saved
photo.

To rotate an image:

1. Press the MENU button to select ROTATE from the menu.

2. Press the OK button to enter the edit mode.

3. Press the Left/Right navigation buttons to rotate the selected
image.

4. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons and the OK button to
confirm or cancel the rotation.

• OK: Confirm selection and save image.

• : Select to discard the changes and return to the main

menu.

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OKOK

Protect

You can lock a photo or video to protect it from being accidentally erased.
To lock a photo or video:

1. Press the MENU button to select PROTECT from the menu and press the OK button to enter.

2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Lock or EXIT, then press the OK button to
confirm the one you needed.

3. A key icon displays at the top of the screen to indicate the photo/video is now locked.

4. To unlock a photo or video, perform the steps 1 and 2 again.

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Enter

Frame Composite

The Frame Composite function supports 9 various decoration frame
types to make your captured pict ures more f unny. Please note the image
resolution of the picture that you want apply the frame needs being

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higher than 3M.
To add a frame on your picture:

1. Press the MENU button to select the IMAGE RESOLUTION
from menu. Make sure the current resolution is higher than 3M
and then press the OK button to confirm.

2. After taking pictures, press the Playback button and select
the image you want to apply a frame.

3. Press the MENU button again and use the Left/Right navigation
buttons to select the FRAME COMPOSITE from the menu and
then press the OK button to confirm.

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4. Use the 4-way navigation (Left/Right/Up/Down) button to
select the frame type you like and press the OK button.

5. Press the OK button to save the picture as NEW FILE or
OVERWRITE the original one, and then press the OK button
again.

6. You may press the MENU button to return to the previous menu
during the operation.

Note:

1. The function is unavailable when the storage space is not enough.

2. All images' size will be changed to 3M after applying the Frame Composite function; even you take
the pictures' size higher than 3M.

3. The function does not support cropped or rotated images.

Using the Playback Menu

NEW FILE

OVERWRITE

Enter

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Move

The Move function allows you to move images stored in internal memory
to a memory card.

To move an image:

1. Press the MENU button to select MOVE from the menu.

2. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons and the OK button to select
from the 3 available options:

• THIS IMAGE: Select to move the current image to a memory card.

• ALL IMAGES: Select to move all images to a memory card.

• EXIT: Select to exit to the main menu.

Note:
The Move function is only available when you choose internal memory as the storage media and an SD/
SDHC card has been inserted into the camera.

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THIS IMAGE

ALL IMAGES

EXIT

MOVE

Divide

The Divide function allows you to cut unnecessary portions of a video.
This feature is useful when the memory capacity is insufficient or when
users want to trim video clips.

To move an image:

1. Press the MENU button to select DIVIDE from the menu.

2. Press the OK button to enter the edit mode.

3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select the portion of the
video you want to delete.

• : Beginning of the new video clip

• : End of the new video clip

4. Press and hold the Left/Right navigation buttons to specify the
beginning and end position of the new video clip and release at
the frame you want to stop.

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5. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons and the OK button to
select from the following options:

• : Select to review the trimmed video clip.

• : Select to save the trimmed video clip as a new file or

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Note:
The Divide function is only available when a video file is selected. Video clips shorter than one second
cannot be edited.

overwrite the original video. Select EXIT to discard the
changes.

• : Select to return to the main menu.

NEW FILE

OVERWRITE

EXIT

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Transferring Photos/Videos to your PC

To transfer photos and videos to your PC:
Connect the camera’s port to a free USB port on your PC

using the USB cable.
The camera’s internal memory and/or SD/SDHC card appear as

removable drives in the file manager. Copy the files from the
drives to the directory on your PC.

Use PhotoImpression and VideoImpression (provided on the
software CD) to view or edit the photos and videos respectively.

Note:
The USB mode is only available in MSDC.

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40 Camera Settings

Camera Settings

The Setup Menu

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The setup menu, available in ca pture and playb ack modes, allows y ou to configur e the ca mer a’s general
settings and according to your preferences.

To access the setup menu:

1. Press the MENU button when in Playback or any of the capture
modes.

2. Select SETUP from the menu. The submenu appears.

3. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through the
options and press the OK button to enter further submenus and to
confirm your selection. Refer to the following sections for more
detailed information about each setting.

LCD Brightness

The LCD Brightness setting allows you to brighten or darken the LCD
backlight. Press the OK button to enter. Use the Left/Right navigation
buttons to increase or decrease the brightness.

File Number

The File Number setting allows you to reset the file n umber to 0001
when the camera creates a new folder. Otherwise, the next file number
will be used. Select RESET to reset or CONTINUE to set the file
numbers in continuous order.

OK

Press OK to enter

SETUP

LCD BRIGHTNESS

RESET

CONTINUE

FILE NO.

Enter

The Setup Menu

Digital Zoom

The Digital Zoom setting allows you to turn the digital zoom function
on or off. Press the OK button to confirm. Select ON to enable the
function or OFF (default) to disable it.

Quick View

The Quick View setting allows you to view the photo that you have just
taken. Once you have taken your photo, it displays on the LCD screen. If

you are not satisfied with the result, you can press the / button to
delete the photo immediately. Select ON (default) to enable the f unction
or OFF to disable it.

Note:
The Quick View function is not available in M-Burst modes.

Continuous AF

The Continuous AF setting allows you to turn the continuous auto
focus function ON or OFF. Press the OK button to enter. Select ON to
enable the function or OFF (default) to disable it.

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ON

OFF

DIGITAL ZOOM

ON

OFF

QUICK VIEW

ON

OFF

CONTINUOUS AF

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Camera Sound

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Power Saving

Auto Power Off

The Camera Sound setting allows you to adjust the camera sound
level. You can also set the start-up and shutter sound when you turn on
the camera and press the Shutter button. Available options are as
follows:

• V OLUME: Off, Low, Normal (default), High

• START-UP: Sound 1 (default), Sound 2, Sound 3

• SHUTTER: Sound 1 (default), Sound 2, Sound 3

• EXIT: Select to exit to the main menu.

The Power Saving setting allows you to adjust the length of time that
LCD screen turn dim to save battery power. 4 options are available:

•OFF

•15 SEC (default)

•30 SEC

•1 MIN

The Auto Power Off setting allows you to adjust the length of time
after which the camera will power down when inactive. Use Up/Down
navigation buttons to select from the menu options. 2 options are
available:

•5 MIN (default)

•2 MIN

START-UP

SHUTTER

EXIT

CAMERA SOUND

OFF

15 SEC

30 SEC
1 MIN

POWER SAVING

5 MIN

2 MIN

AUTO POWER OFF

NORMAL VOLUME

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Video Out

The Video Out setting allows you to adjust the video output, depending
on the type of your TV. Use Up/Down na vigation buttons to select from
the menu options. 2 options are available:

•NTSC

•PAL

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NTSC

PAL

VIDEO OUT

Date Stamp

The Date Stamp setting allows you to adjust the format in which the
date will appear on each photo or video. You can also deactivate this
function if you wish. Setting a date stamp allows for easy sorting and the
date will appear on the photo when printed. Press the OK button to
confirm. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the menu
options. 4 options are available:

• OFF (default)

• YYYY MM DD: year-month-date format

• MM DD YY YY: month-date-year format

• DD MM YYYY: date-month-year format

Date and Time

The Date and Time setting allows you to set or adjust the date and
time on your camera. To set or adjust the date and time:

•Press the Left/Right navigation buttons to select the Year

field.

•Press the Up/Down navigation buttons to adjust the Year

value.

• In the same way, select the Month, Date, Hour and Minute

fields and adjust them accordingly.

OFF

YYYY MM DD

MM DD YYYY

DD MM YYYY

DATE STAMP

Press OK when done

(Year )

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DATE & TIME

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Language

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Image Storage

Format

The Language setting allows you to choose which language the OSD
menu uses. Scroll down the list and select your language. Press the OK
button to confirm. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from
the menu options.

The Image Storage setting allows you to specify where photos and
video clips will be stored. The camera features 32 MB internal memory
but you can also insert an SD/SDHC card (see “Inserting an SD/SDHC
Memory Card” on page 10 for more details). 2 options are available:

• AUTO (default): When selected, the camera chooses the

storage medium automatically. If an SD/SDHC card is inserted
in the camera, all photos and videos are stored on the card. If
an external card is not detected, all photos and videos are
stored in the internal memory.

• INTERNAL MEMORY: All photos and videos are stored in the internal memory.

The Format setting allows you to erase all data in the internal memory
or on the SD/SDHC card. Press the OK button to confirm. Use the Up/
Down navigation buttons to select from the menu options. 3 options are
available:

• MEMORY CARD (default): All data on the SD/SDHC will be

formatted.

• INT ERNAL MEMORY: All data in the internal memory will be

formatted.

• EXIT: Cancel format action.

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LANGUAGE

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INTERNAL MEMORY

IMAGE STORAGE

MEMORY CARD

INTERNAL MEMORY

EXIT

FORMAT

The Setup Menu

Reset

The Reset setting allows you to reset the camera to the original factory
default settings except date&time, language, and video out format. This
means all modifications you have made to the camera settings will be
cleared.

Once selected, the Reset screen displays a confirmation message.
Select YES to proceed with the reset or EXIT (default) to cancel.

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Reset to camera

default setting?

YES

EXIT

RESET

Voice Memo

The Voice Memo setting allows you to record a voice memo when a
photo is taken or in playback mode. Select ON to enable the Voice Memo
function or OFF (default) to disable it.

ON

OFF

VOICE MEMO

The Setup Menu

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46 Specifications

Specifications

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General

Optics

Camera
Features

Resolution / Image Type 12M Pixels / 1/2.33” CCD
LCD 3.0” TFT, 230,000 Pixels
Dimensions 90(W)x59(H)x19(D)mm
Exterior Casing Metal Housing
Weight Approx. 128g

Aperture
Optical Zoom Up to 3x

Digital Zoom Up to 5x
Focal Length

Focus Mode
Shutter Speed 2 ~ 1/2000 Sec.

Viewfinder None
Auto Power Off / Time Out Yes
ISO Equivalent Auto, ISO80/100/200/400/800/1600/3200

Internal Memory
Flash Modes Auto, Off, Fill, Red-eye
Shooting Mode
Tripod Mount 1/4” Standard

Preset Scene

Wide: F2.9
Tel e: F5.3

f=5.7mm (W), 17.1mm (T)
(f=32mm~96mm, 35mm equivalent)

Normal: 0.1m~infinity (Wide ), 0.35m~infinity (Tele)
Marco: 10~70cm (Wide), 35~70cm (Tele)

32MB internal memory
Support SD/SDHC memory card up to 16GB

Auto, Auto Scene, P-Mo de, Panorama, SCENE,
Marco, Video, Pl a yback

Sport, Landscape, Night Landscape, Portrait,
Self-Portrait, Night Portrait, Museum, Snow, Sunset,
Fireworks, Beach, Party, Foliage, Aquarium,
Kids&Pets, Copy, Backlight, Audio

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Image
Resolution

Capture
Features

Image File Formats Still Image: JPEG (Exif2.2)

Image Quality Mode

Quality Levels Best, Better, Good
DPOF Version 1.1
Erase Protection Yes
Exposure Compensation Selectable +/-2.0 EV with 0.3 EV steps
Sharpness High, Normal, Low
Color Vivid, Color, Black & White, Sepia
Metering Matrix, Center Weighted, Spot
Focus Multi-Zone, Center, Selected Area

Still Image:
4000 x 3000, 3664 x 2748,
3664 x 2442, 3264 x 2448,
2576 x 1932, 2048 x 1536,
1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200,
640 x480
Video Mode:
1280x720@15fps,
640x480@30fps,
320x240@30fps

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Audio/Video

Power

Capability

Standards

Face / Smile Detection Yes
Flash Range 2.5m@wide
Lens Thread None
Anti-Shake Yes, High ISO

Drive Mode
Quick Delete Yes

Quick View Yes
Quick Review Ye s
Self Timer 2 or 10 seconds
Playback Magnify Up to 6X (0.5 steps)
White Balance Auto, Sunny, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Cl oudy
Audio / Video Out PAL, NTSC
Stream to SD/SDHC Yes
Speaker Yes, Mono
Movie File Format AVI
Movie Length Maximum recordng size: 4G
Microphone Y es, Mono
Audio Recording Yes, Wave format
Battery NP40
Battery Life (Li-ion) CIPA 200 images
Camera Interface USB 2.0 full speed
Host Platform Windows 2000/XP/Vista
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 40°C

Language

Single Mode, Burst Mode, M-Burst (VGA@16 shots),
AEB Mode

English/ German/ French/ Italian/ Spanish/
Portuguese(Brazil)/Japanese/ Russian/ Traditional
Chinese/ Simplified Chinese/Arabic/Turkish/ Dutch/
Swedish/ Danish/ Greek/ Polish/ Hungarian

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Troubleshooting

Problem Action

Camera does not turn on

Camera turns off automatically Press the POWER button again to turn on the camera.
LCD turns dim automatically
Empty battery icon is displayed on

the LCD then camera turns off
LCD screen displays ‘Card Requires

Formatting’
LCD screen displays ‘Card is Full’

LCD screen displays ‘Card is Locked’
Insufficient memory space to

complete request
No image displays on the TV screen
Insufficient space on the card Delete unnecessary images.

• The battery may be exhausted. Charge or replace the battery.

• The battery are installed incorrectly. Reinsert the battery
observing the correct polarity.

Press any button to turn on the LCD when POWER S AVING
setting (30 SEC or 1 MIN) is activated.

Battery is exhausted. Charge or replace the battery.
Memory card format not recognized.

Reformat the memory card.
Memory card is full. Replace the memory card with a new one

or delete unnecessary images from the existing card.
The card is protected by a protect switch mechanism. Move the

switch to the unlock position.
Insufficient space in memory to rotate an image or divide a

video. Delete unnecessary images and videos.
Incorrect TV-out type was selected. Set correct TV-out type to

match your TV system.

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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries

1. In the European Union
These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documents mean that used

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electrical and electronic equipments and batteries should not be mixed with general household
waste.
Used electrical/electronic equipments and batteries must be treated separately and in accordance
with legislation that require s p ro per t re at men t, r ecove ry and recy cling of the se products. Following
the implementation by member states, private households within the EU states may return th eir
used electrical/electronic equipments and batteries to designated collection facilities free of charge*.
In some countries your local retailer may also take back your old product free of charge if you
purchase a similar new one. *Please contact your local authority for furth er details.
By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary
treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment
and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.

2. In other countries outside the EU
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer,
even when you don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the home
page of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch.

Note for the batteries symbol (bottom two symbol examples): This symbol might be used in combination with
a designation for the chemical element or compound in use. In this case you have to comply with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemicals involved.