Sanyo VPC E1292 User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Digital Camera

12 Mega Pixels

VPC-E1292

Table of Contents

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

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

Copyright ......................................................................................................................... i

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance ............................................. i

Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................ii

Trademark Recognition ...................................................................................................ii

Safety and Handling Precautions . ... ... .. ................................................................. ii

Camera Information ........................................................................................................ii

Battery Information ........................................................................... .... ..... ......................ii

Safety Instructions ................................................................................................ iii

WARNING ......................................................................................................................iii

CAUTION .......................................................................................................................iv

FOR AMERICAN USERS .............................................................................................. v

FOR CANADIAN USERS ...............................................................................................v

FOR EU USERS ............................................................................................................vi

Symbols used in this manual ........................................................................................vii

FCC Information ............................................................................................................vii

Declaration of Conformity ..............................................................................................vii

Canadian ICES-003 Information .................................................................... .... ..... ......vii

TRADEMARK INFORMATION ....................................................................................viii

READ THIS FIRST ...................................................................... ..... .... ..... ...................viii

Notice: ..........................................................................................................................viii

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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/Audios on the LCD Screen .......................................... 30

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

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

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

Viewing Photos/Videos/Audios 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

Red-Eye Removal ......................................................... ..... .... ......................................36

Frame Composite .......................................................... ...............................................37

Move ............................................................................................................................38

DIVIDE .........................................................................................................................39

Transferring Images to your computer ..................... ... ............................... ... ... .. 40

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Camera Settings ......................................................................41

The SETUP Menu .................................................................................................. 41

LCD Brightness ............................................................................................................41

File Number ..................................................................................................................41

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Digital Zoom ............................................................. ..... ..... .... ......................................42

Quick View ...................................................................................................................42

Continuous AF .............................................................................................................42

Camera Sound .............................................................................................................43

Power Saving ...............................................................................................................43

Auto Power Off .............................................................................................................43

Video Out .....................................................................................................................44

USB Mode ....................................................................................................................44

Date Stamp ..................................................................................................................44

Date and Time ..............................................................................................................45

Language ..................................................................................................................... 45

Image Storage ...................................................... .... ..... ...............................................45

Format ..........................................................................................................................46

Reset ............................................................................................................................46

Voice Memo .................................................................................................................46

About ............................................................................................................................47

PictBridge Print (PTP) .......................................................................................... 47

Image Storage ...................................................... .... ..... ...............................................48

This Image ............................................. .... ..... ..... ........................................................48

Index Print ....................................................................................................................49

DPOF Image .................................................................................... .... ..... ..... ..............50

All Images ....................................................................................................................51

Specifications ..........................................................................52

Troubleshooting ......................................................................56

Preface i

Preface

About this Manual

This manual is designed to assist you in using your new digital camera. All information presented is as accurate as possible but is subject to change without notic e .

Copyright

This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer. © Copyright 2009

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance

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 generat es, 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 distance between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is co nnecte d.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Warning: A shielded-type power cord is required in or der to meet FCC emission l imits and to preven t interference to radio and television reception. Use only shielded cable to connect I/O devices to this equipment. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufactur er may void your warranty an d service agreement.

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About this Manual

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Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference.

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

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operation.

Trademark Recognition

Windows 2000/XP/Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation System. Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Corporation. ArcSoft is the trademark of ArcSoft System, Inc. All other companies or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Safety and Handling Precautions

Camera Information

• Do not take apart or attempt to service the camera yourself.

• Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures.

• Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm temperatures.

• Do not touch the camera lens.

• Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods.

• Do not use abrasive ch emi ca ls , cl ea ni n g sol ven ts or strong det ergent s to cl ea n th e prod u ct.

• Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth.

Battery Information

• Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery.

• Use only the type of battery (SANYO Li-ion battery, Type NP40, 3.7V, 720mAH). Using other types of battery or charger may damage the equipment and invalidate the warranty.

• Inserting the battery upside down can cause damage to the product and possibly start a fire.

• Download all pictures and remove the battery from the camera if you are going to store the camera for long periods.

Safety and Handling Precautions

Safety Instructions

Read and understand all

WARNING

Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.

This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask the store of purchase.

Do not use the camera in areas near water.

This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain, snow, on the beach, or near the shore.

Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.

This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing injury.

Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.

Swallowing batteries might cause poisoning. If the batteries arebatteries accidentally swallowed, immediately consult a physician.

Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a vehicle.

This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.

Warnings

and

Cautions

before using this product.

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CAUTION

Insert the batteries pay ing carefu l attention to the polarity (+ or -) of the term inals.

Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the batteries rupturing or leaking.

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Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.

This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.

Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.

This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has en tered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.

A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use excessive force when handling the camera.

This might cause damage to the camera.

Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.

This might cause fire or electric shock.

Do not remove the batteries immediately after long period of continuous use.

The batteries become hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause burns.

Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.

This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, result ing in fire. Use the cam era in a well-ventilated place.

Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise significantly, such as inside a car.

This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.

Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.

Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and electric shock.

Warning:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

Safety Instructions

FOR AMERICAN USERS

The following advisory is included in accordance with the laws of the State of California (USA): WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

• 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 designated 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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communicati ons. 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 technicia n for help .

• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FOR CANADIAN USERS

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

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Safety Instructions

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FOR EU USERS

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The symbol mark and recycling systems described below apply to EU countries and do not apply to countries in other areas of the world. Your SANYO prod uct is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and/or reused. The symbol mark means that electrical and electro nic equipme nt, bat teries an d accumul ators, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your household waste.

Note: If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol mark, this chemical symbol means that the batteries or accumulator contains a heavy meta l at a ce rtain concent rati on. This will be indicated as follows: Hg: mercury, Cd: cadmium, Pb: lead

In the European Union there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic equipment, batteries and accumulators. Please, dispose of them correctly at your local community waste collection/recycling centre. Please, help us to conserve the environment we live in!

Manufacturer and Address SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. 5-5, Keihan-hondori, 2-chome, Moriguchi City, Osaka, Japan

Authorized Representative and Address SANYO Sales & Marketing Europe GmbH Stahlgruberring 4, D-81829 Munich, Germany

Safety Instructions

Symbols used in this manual

Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay attention to.

You many find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera operation in the sections “Troubleshooting”.

FCC Information

Tested To Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Declaration of Conformity

Model number: VPC-E1292 Trade name: SANYO Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY Address: 21605 Plummer Street Chatsworth, California 91311 Telephone No.: (818) 998-7322 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following 2 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.

Canadian ICES-003 Information

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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TRADEMARK INFORMATION

•Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

•Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

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• SD™ is a trademark.

• SDHC™ is a trademark.

• Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

READ THIS FIRST Notice:

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

• The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often spec ify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products very often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, memory cards, cables, pouches, and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.

• The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual design of your camera.

• The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual.

Safety Instructions

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

• Memory: 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

•1 Li-ion battery

• Adapter

•Camera pouch

• Quick start guide for al l re g i o n s

• Bundled CD-ROM (Application Software and INSTRUCTION Manual for all regions)

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 16 GB

• Sleek and slim design

• Easy-to-use button interface

Introduction 1

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System Requirements

2 Introduction

Camera Views

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1 2 3 4 5 6

8 9

10 11 12

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

13 14 15 16 17

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 select 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/audios 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 equipped with an Delete/ Anti-shake button, a MENU button, and a navigation pad. The 4-way navigation buttons and the OK button allow you to access the various options available from the On Screen Display (OSD) menu. You can configure a wide range of settings 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

MENU Menu Opens or exits the OSD menus.

Delete/Anti-Shake

Up/Flash

• Press to delete the captured image when using Quick

Review

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 Anti Red-eye)

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/ Face detection/ Smile detection

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 display

• Press to navigate to next image i n sin g 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 screen

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 mation

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Note: Face and smile detection function s are not available in Macro, Auto scene, Panorama, Sport, Landscape, Night Landscape, Foliage, Aquarium, Fireworks, Copy, Audio and Video 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. Red (blinking) (10 sec) Timer count down, flash after 10 seconds. Red (blinking) (2 sec) Timer count down, flash after 2 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 between screen modes. Press the DOWN / SCREEN / FACE DETECTION/ SMILE DETECTION button to switch among a Full display with histogram and

without histogram, Face detection, 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 12 M 10 M

8.9 M 3:2 8 M 5 M 3 M

2.1 M 16:9 2 M

VGA

Capture Mode

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25 24

Video Mode

12 5 8

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LCD screen

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3. Image Quality BEST BETTER

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GOOD

4. Flash Auto Flash Flash Off Fill Flash Anti Red-eye

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 F2.9/F5.3

14. Shutter Speed

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

2~1/2000sec

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 bottom of the camera.

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2. Insert the battery into the compartment observing the correct polarity.

3. Close the battery compartment.

Note: The Li-ion battery should be fully charged more than 4 hours before using for the first time.

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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 bottom of the camera.

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2. Insert the SD/SDHC card into the memory card slot as shown.

3. Close the battery compartment.

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To remove the SD/SDHC card, gently push the card until it pops out. Pull out the card carefully.

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 power adapter as shown in the picture.

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

3. Disconnect the USB/A V 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 ~ 36°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 tempera t ure is above 36°C or below 6°C. Also, Power LED will not blink. The battery will be continually charged till the temperature is between 6°C ~ 36°C.

3. All Modes are disable when charging the camera. If power on the camera, LCD will show "Turn Off when charging".

Turning On

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

Charging the Battery

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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 ti me, the LANGUAGE menu po ps 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.

ENGLISH

DEUTSCH

FRAN

AIS

ITALIANO

LANGUAGE

After the desired language is selected, the DATE & 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 & Time is reset (when running out the battery and not in use for a long period), the DATE & TIME setup screen displays automatically.

First Time Use

Press OK when done

(Year )

2009 / 09 / 01 12 : 00

DATE & TIME

Getting Started 13

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 the

LCD screen.

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Macro mode range: 10-70 cm (Wid e) 35-70 cm (Tele)

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 4 modes on the LCD scree n . The flas h

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.

Anti Red-eye: 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.

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Using the Self-timer and Burst Photography

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 o f t he 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 Auto, Backlight, Macro, Copy, Landscape, Night Landscape, Portrait, Foliage, Night Portrait. 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 the current EV compensation value is 0 EV and the AEB br a ck et int erval value is set to ±0.3, the camer a

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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

•BRACKET: Select to set the bracket interval value ranging

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

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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from ±0.3 to ±2.0 EV in 0.3 o r 0.4 EV incr ements .

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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 Scene menu options.

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2. Use the 4-way navigation buttons to scroll through the modes:

• Sport • Fireworks

• Landscape • Beach

• Night Landscape • Party

• Portrait • Foliage

• Self-Portrait • Aquarium

• Night Portrait • Kids&Pets

• Museum • Copy

• Snow • Backlight

• Sunset • Audio

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.

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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. Turn the Mode Dial to 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 blue frame.

DOWN navigation button is only for switching between Simple and

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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.

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

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

5. Capture the second and third views 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 2 pictures, press the OK button to stitch them together.

7. After you take 3 pictures, the camera will autom at ically stitch them together into one panorama shot.

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8. Turn the Mode Dial to Playbac k 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 r ecording. A counting up timer will be display ed 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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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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Refer to the following sections for more detailed information about each setting.

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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 fro m the option s. 9 settings for image resolution are available:

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

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

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

• 8 M (3264 x 2448) • VGA (640 x 480)

• 5 M (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

Auto Mode

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 select from the options and press the OK button to enter. 2 settings for focus zone are available:

•MULTI-ZONE (default)

•CENTER

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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. Use this feature to lighten or darken the ima ge when t he brig htness b etwee n 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:

•MULTI-ZONE (default)

•CENTER

• SELECTED AREA

•1/30 SEC (default)

•1/15 SEC

•1/7.5 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 coo lness of the light . If the light has a y ellowish or reddish tinge, it is sa id to be w arm; 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

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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 low light

• 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.

For outdoor photography in bright sunlight.

environments without using flash.

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ISO 100

ISO 200

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Color

Sharpness

The AE METERI NG 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

•CENTER WEIGHTED: The metering puts more emphasis on the

•SPOT: Camera metering is set for the brightness of

The COLOR setting allows you to take photos and apply different colors or color tones for an artistic effect. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the options. 4 color settings are available:

• VIVID

•COLOR (default)

•BLACK & WHITE

•SEPIA

The SHARPNESS setting allows you to enhance the fine r 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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center of the image while still looking at the entire scene.

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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 for rich 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 the contrast of your photos. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the options. 3 contrast settings are available:

•HIGH

•NORMAL (default)

•LOW

Setup

See “The SETUP Menu” on page 41 for more details on the setup menu options.

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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 option 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 y ou to adjust the resolu tion at which your videos are recorded. 2 video size settings are available:

• 640 x 480

• 320 x 240

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 41 for more details on the setup menu options.

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2. Image resolution

3. Protect

4. Sharpness

5. Flash mode

6. Color mode

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8. SD card / Internal memory

9. Histogram

10. File Name Photo mode: SANY0001.JPG

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: 640 (640 x 480),

320 (320 x 240)

Photo mode: Video mode: 00:00:00 (Length of the video clip.)

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20. Saturation

21. AE Metering

22. EV Compensation +2.0 EV ~ -2.0 EV

23. Shutter speed 1/2000 sec. ~ 2 sec.

24. Aperture value F2.9 ~ F5.3

25. Image quality

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Viewing Photos/Videos/Audios on the LCD Screen

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

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

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2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through Photos/Videos/Audios.

3. Press the OK button to begin playback of a Video/Audio clip.

4. Press the Left/Right navigation buttons at any time during playback to skip to the previous/next Photos/Videos/Audios.

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

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

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/Audio 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.

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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.

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/Audios 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 camera 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 44 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 t o t he TV’s AV input port.

4. The LCD screen tur ns blank and all images and Video/Audi o clips are displayed on the TV screen. Follo w the sa me steps described in “Viewing Photos/Videos/Audios 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 out of the photo.

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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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.

•VOICE MEMO (only available for images with voice memos attached):

•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 informat ion, configure print ing 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.

Select to delete the voice memo.

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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 copies you wish to print.

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

To view a slideshow:

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 slides ho w.

•INTERVAL: Select to set the interval time between e ach photo during the slide show. Use the

•LOOP: Select to enable/disable a continuous loop of the slideshow. Select On or Off

Left/Right navigation buttons to set a value in seconds.

(default) from the submenu.

•EXIT: Select to exit to the main menu.

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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: 6 M, 4 M, 2 M, 1 M, 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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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.

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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 ente r.

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/Audio is now locked.

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

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The RED-EYE REMOVAL function allows you to perform red-eye reduction on a saved photo.

To remove red-eye from a photo:

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1. Press the MENU button to select RED-EYE REMOVAL from the menu and press the OK button to enter.

2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to select an image and select YES to start compensation process .

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

•NEW FILE: Select to save the fixed image to a new file.

•OVERWRITE: Select to overwrite the original image.

•EXIT: Select to discard the changes to the image

Note:

1. If the image is protected, the fixed image will be saved as a new file directly without asking.

2. If no red-eye is found, the message “Cannot process correctly” appears on the screen.

and return to the main menu.

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RED-EYE REMOVAL

12M

NEW FILE

OVERWRITE

EXIT

RED-EYE REMOVAL

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Frame Composite

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Enter

The FRAME COMPO SI T E funct ion supports 9 various decoration frame types to make your captured pict ures mor e funn y. Please note the image resolution of the picture that you want apply the frame needs being higher than 3 M.

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 pictur es , Turn the Mode Dial to select Playback Mode 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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FRAME COMPOSITE

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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 unavaila b le when the storage space is not enough.

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

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

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NEW FILE

OVERWRITE

Enter

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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 SETUP from the menu. Press the

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OK button to confirm.

2. Select the IMAGE STORAGE from the menu. Press the OK button to confirm. Select the INTERNAL MEMORY from the menu. Press the OK button to confirm. Press the MENU button to select MOVE from the menu. Press the OK button to confirm.

3. 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 yo u choose internal memory as the storage media and an SD/SDHC card has been inserted into the camera.

Back to AUTO memory mode:

1. Press the MENU button. Select SETUP from the menu and press the OK button to confirm.

2. Select the IMAGE STORAGE from the menu. Press the OK button to confirm.

3. Select AUTO from the menu. Press the OK button to confirm.

4. Turn the Mode Dial to AUTO mode.

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ALL IMAGES

EXIT

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Divide

The DIVIDE function allows you t o cut u nnece ssary p ortio ns o f a vid e o. 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.

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

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

• : Select to return to the main menu.

Note: The DIVIDE function is only available when a video file is selected. Video cl ips shorte r than one seco nd cannot be edited.

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DIVIDE

OVERWRITE

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NEW FILE

EXIT

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40 Photo, Video & Audio Playback

Transferring Images to your computer

Downloading your images

1. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.

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2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB terminal on the camera.

3. Turn on your camera.

4. From the Windows desktop, double click on “My Computer”

5. Look for a new “removable disk” drive.

• This “remo v able disk” is actually the memory (or memory card)

in your camera. Typically, the camera will be assigned drive letter “e” or higher.

6. Double click on the removable disk and locate the DCIM folder.

7. Double click on the DCIM folder to open it to find more folders.

• Your recorded images and video clips will be inside these folders.

8. Select the images you want to copy to your computer

9. Click EDIT

10.Click COPY

11.Open the existing folder on your computer that you want to save your images to (For example: My pictures folder)

12.Click PASTE

Press OK when done

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Camera Settings

The SETUP Menu

The SETUP menu, available in capture and playback modes, allows you to configure the camera’s general settings and according to y our 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 NO. setting allows you to reset the file number 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.

Press OK to enter

SETUP

LCD BRIGHTNESS

RESET

CONTINUE

FILE NO.

Enter

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42 Camera Settings

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.

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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 function 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.

OFF

DIGITAL ZOOM

OFF

QUICK VIEW

OFF

CONTINUOUS AF

The SETUP Menu

Camera Sound

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:

•VOLUME: 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.

Power Saving

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

Auto Power Off

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

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START-UP

SHUTTER

EXIT

OFF

15 SEC

30 SEC 1 MIN

5 MIN

2 MIN

NORMAL VOLUME

CAMERA SOUND

POWER SAVING

AUTO POWER OFF

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44 Camera Settings

Video Out

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USB Mode

Date Stamp

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

•NTSC

•PAL

The USB MODE setting allows you to select the transfer method between your camera and your PC. 2 options are available:

•PTP (PictBridge Print): When the camera is connected to a

•MSDC (default): The camera is set up to act as a mass

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 an d 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 YYYY: month-date-year format

• DD MM YYYY: date-month-year format

printer by a USB cable which supports Pictbridge, it can directly print images stored on the media. For details on PTP function, please see“PictBridge Print (PTP)” on page 47.

storage device, a ll owing for only transf er of files between your camera and PC.

NTSC

PAL

VIDEO OUT

PTP

MSDC

USB MODE

OFF

YYYY MM DD

MM DD YYYY

DD MM YYYY

DATE STAMP

The SETUP Menu

Date and Time

The DATE & 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.

Language

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.

Image Storage

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):

•NTERNAL MEMORY: All photos and videos are stored in the

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.

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DEUTSCH

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INTERNAL MEMORY

IMAGE STORAGE

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46 Camera Settings

Format

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Reset

Voice Memo

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: All data on the SD/SDHC will be

•INTERNAL MEMORY: All data in the internal memory will be

•EXIT: Cancel format action.

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.

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.

formatted.

MEMORY CARD

INTERNAL MEMORY

EXIT

FORMAT

Reset to camera default setting?

YES

EXIT

RESET

OFF

VOICE MEMO

The SETUP Menu

About

The ABOUT screen allows you to check the current firmware version of the camera.

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FW VERSION : 1.0000

ABOUT

PictBridge Print (PTP)

The PTP function allows you to print images captured by the camera directly without connecting the camera to a PC.

If the camera is not connected to a PTP compliant printer, an error message displays on the LCD screen. To enable PTP function, see “USB Mode” on page 44 for detailed information. This error message is processing.

When a PTP compliant printer is connected to the camera, the Printer Connecting screen displays on the LCD scr een.The Print menu po ps up automatically.

Processing...

Printer Connecting...

PictBridge Print (PTP)

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Image Storage

This Image

PictBridge Print (PTP)

Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to selec t an option a nd press th e OK button to enter.

See “Image Storage” on page 45 for detailed information.

Print the selected image with the current setting.

1. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to select THIS IMAGE from the options and press the OK button to enter. Use the Left/

Right navigation buttons to select previous/next file. Press Up/ Down navigation buttons to set the number of copies. After the

number of copies are selected, press the OK button to enter the Page Size screen.

2. Press Up/Down navigation buttons again to select the paper size. After the paper size is selected, press OK button to enter Print Confirmation screen.

•DEFAULT SIZE

•4” x 6”

•LETTER

•A4

AUTO

INTERNAL MEMORY

IMAGE STORAGE

Number of copies

THIS IMAGE

PAPER SIZE

DEFAULT SIZE

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3. Press Up/Down navigation buttons to CONTINUE or CANCEL the action.

Index Print

Use this function to print all images in index format.

1. Press Up/Down navigation buttons to select the paper size.

•DEFAULT SIZE

•LETTER

•A4

2. Press Up/Down navigation buttons again to CONTINUE or CANCEL the action.

Copies :

Prints :

Size :

Default

CONTINUE

CANCEL

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CONTINUE

CANCEL

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LETTER

INDEX PRINT

Copies :

Prints :

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Print DPOF images. If there are selected DPOF images with number of copies setting ready, press OK button to confirm “DPOF IMAGE” selection to enter Paper Size selection submenu. (If there is no selected DPOF image in memory, the “DPOF Image” item will be gone.)

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DPOF IMAGE

1. Press Up/Down navigation buttons to select the paper size.

•DEFAULT SIZE

•4” x 6”

•LETTER

PAPER SIZE

•A4

Then, press OK button to move to the Printer Confirmation screen.

Note: Please note that only the connected printer supporting paper size items will be shown.

2. Press Up/Down navigation buttons to CONTINUE or CANCEL. Back to Print menu with “DPOF IMAGE” icon enlarged after printing finished.

PictBridge Print (PTP)

DEFAULT SIZE

4" X 6"

LETTER

Copies :

Prints :

Size :

Default

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CANCEL

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1. Use Left/Right navigation buttons to select ALL IMAGES from the options and press the OK button to confirm. Press Up/Down navigation buttons to set the number of copies. Then press the OK button to enter the Paper Size screen.

2. Press Up/Down navigation buttons to select the Paper size. Press the OK button to enter the Printer Confirmation screen.

•DEFAULT SIZE

•4” x 6”

•LETTER

•A4

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ALL IMAGES

PAPER SIZE

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3. Press Up/Down navigation buttons again to CONTINUE or CANCEL this action.

Copies :

Prints :

Size :

Default

CONTINUE

CANCEL

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Specifications

Resolution / Image Type 12 M Pixels / 1/2.33” CCD

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General

Optics

LCD 3.0” TFT, 230,000 Pixels Dimensions 90 (W) x 59 (H) x 19 (D) mm Exterior Casing Metal Housing Weight Approx. 105 g

Aperture Optical Zoom Up to 3x

Digital Zoom Up to 5x Focal Length

Focus Mode Shutter Speed 2 ~ 1/2000 Sec.

Viewfinder None Field of View 99% by LCD

Wide: F2.9 Tel e: F5.3

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

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

Camera Features

Image Resolution

Auto Power Off / Time Out Yes

Auto (IS0 80~320) Manual (ISO80/100/200/400/800/1600/3200)

Note:When you select ISO 3200, only

ISO Equivalent

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

Preset Scene

Image File Formats

Image Quality Mode

Quality Levels Best, Better, Good

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

*Sensitivity is measured in compliance with the ISO standard (ISO 12232:2006)

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

Auto, Auto Scene, P-Mode, Panorama, SCENE, Marco, Video, Playback

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

Still Image: JPEG (Exif 2.2) Video: MJPEG (with .AVI format)

Still Image: 4000 x 3000, 3664 x 2748, 3664 x 2442,

Video Mode: 640 x 480@30fps,

3264 x 2448, 2576 x 1932, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 4 80

320 x 240@30fps

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54 Specifications

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Capture Features

DPOF Version 1.1 Erase Protection Yes Exposure Compensation Selectable +/-2.0 EV with 0.3/0.4 EV steps Sharpness High, Normal, Low Color Vivid, Color, Black & White, Sepia Metering Matrix, Center Weighted, Spot Focus Multi-Zone, Center, Selected Area Face / Smile Detection Yes

Flash Range Lens Thread None

Anti-Shake Yes, High ISO Drive Mode Quick Delete Yes

Quick View Yes Quick Review Yes Self Timer 2 or 10 seconds Playback Magnify Up to 6x (0.5 steps) White Balance Auto, Sunny, Tung st en , F luorescent, Cloudy

Wide: Operating Range 0.3 ~ 3 m@ISO Auto Tele: Operating Range 0.5 ~ 1.5 m@ISO Auto

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

Audio/Video

Power

Capability

Standards

Audio / Video Out PAL, NTSC Stream to SD/SDHC Yes Speaker Yes, Mono Movie File Format AVI

Movie Length Microphone Yes, Mono

Audio Recording Yes, Wave format Battery NP40 Battery Life (Li-ion) CIPA 215 images Camera Interface USB Version 1.1 with ultra mini-pin plug

Host Platform Windows 2000/XP/Vista Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 40°C

Language

Maximum recordng size: 4G or <80 min (unlimited until

English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Turkish, Dutch, Thai, korean

card/internal memory full)

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56 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Problem Action

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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.

Charging failed or abnormal Power LED off and "OK" LED always lights.

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

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

Press any button to turn on the LCD when POWER SAVING 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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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Preface

About this Manual

Copyright

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance

Declaration of Conformity

Trademark Recognition

Safety and Handling Precautions

Camera Information

Battery Information

Safety Instructions

WARNING

CAUTION

FOR AMERICAN USERS

FOR CANADIAN USERS

FOR EU USERS

Symbols used in this manual

FCC Information

Declaration of Conformity

Canadian ICES-003 Information

TRADEMARK INFORMATION

Introduction

System Requirements

Package Contents

Main Features

Camera Views

The Mode Dial

Buttons and Navigation Pad

LED Indicators

LCD screen

Capture/Video Mode Display

Camera Setup

Attaching the Wrist Strap

Inserting the Battery

Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card

Charging the Battery

Charging the Battery with USB power

Turning On

First Time Use

Getting Started

Taking your First Photo

Anti-Shake Function

Using Quick Review

Using Macro Mode

Setting the Flash Mode

Using the Zoom in/out Function

Using the Self-timer and Burst Photography

Using Auto Scene Mode

Using the AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) Function

Setting the SCENE Mode

Face and Smile Detection AF/AE Function

Using the Self Portrait Mode

Taking Panoramic Pictures

Recording your First Video

Recording Audio Files

Recording Voice Memos

Capture Settings

The Capture Menu

Image Resolution

Image Quality

Focus Zone

EV Compensation

M-Burst Interval

White Balance

ISO Speed

AE Metering

Color

Sharpness

Saturation

Contrast

Setup

Video Capture Menu

Video Resolution

White Balance

Color

Saturation

Contrast