Technaxx X8 User Manual
Table of Contents
Welcome.........................................................................................................................…….. 2
Getting Started……………………………………………………………………………………3~1 1
-Contents of Package................................................……….............…….............. 3
-System Requirements................................................……….............……......….. 4
-Feature...................................................................…............................…......….. 5
-LCD Display Icons...................................................................….......................... 5
-Shooting Mode...................................................................…..............…………… 6
-Camera Setting Icons...........…............................................................................. 7~11
Power Up……………………………………………………………………………………………. 12
-Battery Installation..................................................................…......................... 12
-Turning the Power ON/OFF.......…...................................................................… 12
-Sleep Mode..................................................................…............................……. 12
Set Up Mode…………………………………………………………………………………… 13~17
-Startup Screen………………………………………………………………………….13
-Video Format..................................................................…............................….. 13
-Sharpness...................................................................…..................................... 13
-Specifying Image Size and Quality.............................…..................................... 13~14
-Selecting the Focus Mode..................................….............................………….. 14
-Using Different Metering Options...................................….................................. 14
-Using the Flash...................................…............................................................. 15
-Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ...…............................................................. 16
-Adjusting White Balance..................…................................................................ 16
-Using the Self-Timer.................…........................................................................ 16
-Quick View................…....................................................................................... 16
-Deleting Pictures, Video and Audio..................................................................... 17
Taking Pictures.................................................................................................….......…….. 18
Taking Video or Audio..................................................................................….......….……. 19
Playing Back Pictures, Video and Audio.......................................................….......…….. 19
DPOF Print.....................................................….......….….................................................... 20
Install Camera Drivers and ArcSoft Programs…………………………………………… 21~24
-Install Camera Driver.......................................................................................... 21
-ArcSoft PhotoImpression 5.0.......................................……………………….….. 22
-ArcSoft VideoImpression 2.0...........................……………………….....……....... 23
-QuickTime Player.....……………………….....……...............……………………… 24
Uninstall Application Programs……………………………………………………………….... 25
Download Photos………………………………………………………………………………26~28
-Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer..................………….. 26
-Transferring Record Photos/ Video to Your Computer………………………….. 27
-Downloading Photos Using PhotoImpression 5.0……..…………………………...28
Video Playback………………………………………………………………………………… 29~30
-Video Playback Using VideoImpression 2.0……………………………………..... 29
-Playing Movie Clips Using QuickTime Player …………………………………….. 30
Taking Video or Audio in PC camera mode…………………………………………………… 31
- Live Video PlayingAcrSoft VideoImpression 2.0…………………………………...31
Appendix…………………………………………………………………………………………32~33
-Troubleshooting………………………………………………………………………. 32
-Specifications………………………………...…………………………………….…. 33
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Welcome
¾ Thank you for choosing the Camera to pursue your digital adventures. Whether you are
creating memories of your friends and family or exploring the great outdoors to get the
utmost satisfaction from your digital camera, please take a mome nt to read through this
manual. Its contents will send you on an educational journey into your camera's multiple
capabilities.
Safety Information
Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions
described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.
• Never operate the camera inside of an aircraft or anywhere else where operation of
such devices is restricted. Improper use creates the risk of serious accident.
• Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or other intense light sources which could
damage your eyesight.
• Do not try to open the case of the camera or attempt to modify this camera in any way.
High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when expo sed.
Maintenance and repairs should be carried out only by authorized servi ce providers.
• Do not fire the flash too close to the eyes of animals or people, especially for young
children. Eye damage may result. In particular, remain at least one meter away from
infants when using flash.
• Keep the camera away from water and other liquids. Do not use the camera with wet
hands. Never use the camera in the rain or snow. Moisture creates the danger of fire
and electric shock.
• Keep the camera and its accessories out of the reach of children and animals to
prevent accidents or damage to the camera.
• If you notice smoke or a strange odor coming from the camera, turn the power off
immediately. Take the camera to the nearest authorized service center for repair.
Never attempt to repair the camera on your own.
• Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not expressly
recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment,
fire, electrical shock or other hazards.
• Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can
scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction.
• The camera may become slightly warm during use. This does not indicate
malfunction.
• If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
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Contents of Package
1. Digital Camera 4. Video Cable
5. Strap
2. QOG
6. USB Cable
7. Installation CD
3. Carry Bag
8. 2xAAA Batteries
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System Requirements
¾ Personal computer, laptop, desktop, or IBM compatibl e with Pentium 166 MHz minimum,
and with an active USB (universal serial bus) port.
¾ Windows 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP, CD ROM drive, color monitor, mouse and keyboard.
NOTE
For transferring still images or for video conferencing, your computer, must have modem and
communication software for internet connection.
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Feature
Mode Dial
Power/Flash
Indicator
Microphone
Self-Timer Indicator
Flash
Lens
Power button
Shutter button
Menu button
Set /Flash
button
3 Step Focus
Range Switch
A/V Out port / USB
LCD Display Icons
Photo mode
White balance
Battery capacity
LCD display
Image size
Quality
Sharpness
Flash mode indicator
Zoom indicato
Display button
Picture remaining
r
4way, MultiFunction buttons
emory selected
for date storage
EV value
Timer
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Shooting Mode
AVI Use this mode to record video clips at a resolution of 320x240, 160x120 or
640x480 pixels.
PHOTOGRAPHY Use this mode to take a single image each time the [Shutter]
BURST Use this mode to take up to five images when the [Shutter] button is
pressed.
PLAYBACK Use this mode to view the images/ video clips. Thumbnail display,
delete or set DPOF recorded images is available.
PC CAMERA Use this mode to open the Webcam mode.
button is pressed.
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Camera Setting Icons
AVI Mode
Video and Audio Video Only
White Balance
Auto WB
Quality Super Fine
Resolution
640X480
Set Up
Return
Return
Daylight
320X240
High
Video and Audio
Shade Fluorescent Tungsten
0
Return
Return
Normal
160X12
Return
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Camera Setting Icons
Photo Mode
Resolution
Self Timer
White Balance
4000X3000
OFF
Auto Daylight
2048X1536
50 seconds 30 seconds 10 seconds 2 seconds
1600X1200 1280X960
Shade Select
Fluoresce
Return
Tungsten
Return
Return
Set Up
Return
Sharpness
Filter
Quality
Vivid
Super Fine
Hard
Normal
High
Normal
Sepia
Normal
Soft
Black and White
Return
Return
Return
Metering
Pattern
Center-weighted
average
Average
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Camera Setting Icons
Burst Mode
Resolution
Self Timer
White Balance
OFF
Auto
50 seconds 30 seconds 10 seconds 2 seconds
Daylight
Shade Select
Fluoresce
Tungsten
Return
Return
Set Up
Return
Sharpness
Filter
Quality Super Fine
Vivid
Hard
Normal
High
Normal
Sepia
Normal
Soft
Black and White
Return
Return
Return
Metering
Pattern
Center-weighted
average
Average
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Camera Setting Icons
Playback Mode
Manu
Set Up
Lock
Slide Show Start
Protect Current
image play
Cancel Protect
Current imag
Return
Protect
e
All image
Repeat play
Cancel
Return
Delete
Delete Current
DPOF
Print Current
image play
Camera Setting Icons
PC Mode
PC Camera Mode
Mass Storage Mode
Return
Cancel Print
Current image
Delete All
Print All
play
image
Cancel Print
All image
Return
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