Technika SH340T User Manual

Tesco Stores Ltd, Delamare Road, Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9SL

SH340T

3.1 MP Digital Camera

User Guide

SH340T DIGITAL CAMERA - CONTENTS

USER INFORMATION Page 1

UNPACKING AND PREPARATION Page 2

CAMERA- LAYOUT Page 3

UNDERSTANDING YOUR CAMERA-MAIN MENU Page 4

MODES AND MENUS Page 5

USING THE CAMERA Page 6

TAKING A PICTURE Page 7

FLASH AND MACRO Page 7

ZOOM Page 8

ALTERING THE SCREEN DISPLAY Page 9

UNDERSTANDING THE PICTURE MENU Page 10

SETTING UP YOUR PICTURE MENU Page 11

USING YOUR CAMERA AS A VIDEO RECORDER Page 13

THE VIDEO CAMERA MENU Page 14

MAKING AN AUDIO RECORDING Page 15

VIEWING PICTURES AND VIDEOS Page 16

VIEWING PICTURES Page 17

VIDEO PLAYBACK SCREEN Page 18

VIDEO PLAYBACK Page 19

OPTIMISING DELETING & PROTECTING FILES-1 Page 20

CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A TV Page 22

PLAYING BACK AUDIO RECORDINGS Page 23

ORGANISING AUDIO RECORDINGS Page 24

SETTING UP THE CAMERA Page 25

INSTALLING THE CAMERA SOFTWARE Page 29

TRANSFERRING FILES FROM CAMERA TO PC Page 30

INSTALLING THE CAMERA AS A WEBCAM Page 31

USING THE CAMERA AS A WEBCAM IN WIN XP Page 32

INSTALLING & USING PHOTO EXPLORER 8 Page 33

TROUBLESHOOTING Page 35

WARRANTY Page 38

SPECIFICATIONS Page 39

3.1 Mega pixel CMOS sensor

5.0 Mega pixels: (2560 x 1920) (Hardware Interpolation)

3.1 Mega pixels: (2048x1536)

2.0 Mega pixels: (1600 x 1200)
F/2.8 f=8.5mm

0.5m. ~ Infinity
11cm ~ 18cm
4x
Built-in (Auto/force/off)

1.5" real colour LTPS TFT
Auto/Sunny/Cloudy/Tungsten/Fluorescent
18-20fps@QVGA & 8-10fps@VGA
16MB Flash memory

5.0M: (2560 x 1920) -- 11 Pictures

3.1M: (2048 x 1536) -- 17 Pictures
SD card: supports up to 2GB
Picture: JPEG, Video: AVI, Voice: WAV
10 /15/20 seconds
USB 1.1
NTSC/PAL
2xAAA alkaline batteries

Sensor
Image resolution

Lens
Focus range
Macro mode
Digital zoom
Flash strobe
LCD display
White balance
Video mode
Internal memory
Internal memory capacity (approx)

External memory card
File format
Self timer
PC interface
TV-out
Power source

SPECIFICATIONS

If you get a warning

This may be due to a conflict with another camera or capture device. If this is the case you should uninstall the
software you have just loaded and also any other camera software that may be on your PC.

Uninstalling old drivers and devices

The most common problem occurring during installation is the presence of a driver for a similar, old device. The best
solution is remove all the drivers related to the old devices before installing the new driver. Make sure you delete
programs and drivers relating to old, unused and similar devices and nothing else.

1. Enter Windows ‘Safe Mode’ (press F8 when starting Windows and then select ‘Safe Mode’ from the menu which
will be displayed).

2. Click on ‘Start – Settings – Control Panel’ and double-click on ‘Add/Remove Programs’ icon.

3. Find all the programs for similar, old devices and remove these by clicking on the ‘Add/Remove’ button. In

‘Safe Mode’, it is possible for some programs to appear twice - remove all programs which appear twice.

4. Remove the camera driver for this camera.

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Restart the computer.

Now re-install the camera driver following the instructions in the previous pages.

message: “Capture device was not detected” when trying to open the PC cam.

WARRANTY AND DISPOSAL

If you are in any doubt about carrying out this procedure, consult a competent computer technician!

Your camera is covered by a warranty for 12 months
from the date of purchase. If a fault develops during
this period, please contact the TESCO electrical help
line on 0845 456 6767. Please have your original
purchase receiptwith you whenyou call.This warranty
in noway affectsyour consumer rights.

Producedafter13th August2005.

Waste electrical products should not be
disposed ofwith householdwaste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with
your Local Authority or retailer for
recycling advice.

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IMPORTANTUSER INFORMATION

Before Using YourCamera

Please read the following notes before operating your camera:

Avoid using or placing the camera in the following locations:

• Thiscamera isa precisionelectronic device. Treatit withcare

• Do notattempt to servicethis camera.Opening or removingcovers mayexpose you todangerous voltagepoints or
other risksand youwill invalidate thewarranty.

• Donot exposethis camerato direct sunlightto avoidrisk of fire.

• Anyloss ordamage causedby the malfunctionof thisproduct is thesole responsibilityof theuser .

• Before takingpictures with thiscamera of anyimportant occasion testthe camera beforehandensure that itis fully
functioning, thatthe batteriesare charged andthat thereis sufficient spaceon theSD card.

• Damp and dusty places. Sealed
vehicles, places exposed to direct sunlightor high temperatures. Places subjectto severe vibration or physical shocks.
Locations fullof smoke,fumes, dust orsteam. Outdoorsin rainor snow.

• Toensure thecamera photographsnormally, donot drop, shakeor hitthe camera whentaking pictures.

• Donot openthe batterycover when thepower ison.

• If water has entered the camera,immediately turn the power OFF andremove the batteries. Takethe camera to
your dealerfor examinationand repairbefore usingit again.

Good Practice

• Ifthe lens,LCD monitoror viewfinder surfaceis dirty,use a lensbrush oroptical clothto wipethe surfaceclean.

• Do touchthelenswith yourfingers.

• Do useanysharpobject toavoid scratchingthelens,LCD monitoror viewfindersurface.

• Cleanthe bodyonly witha soft cloth.Do notuse detergents, solventsor abrasivecleaners onthe camera.

• Alwaystransport andstore thecamera in thesupplied pouch.

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UNPACKING

The packaging contains:

• The camera, carrying pouch, wrist strap, USB cable, A/V playback cable, 2xAAA batteries, software CD

• If any item is damaged or missing please contact your nearest Tesco store for a replacement. Please have your
receipt ready when you call.

PREPARING THE CAMERA FOR USE

You will need 2 AAA batteries. These can be Alkaline or
rechargeable. Do not mix battery types. If you use alkaline cells,
make sure that they are the same type and rating. Replace
batteries in sets. Do not mix new and used batteries
You will also need a standard SD card. The internal memory
is small and will hold only a very few pictures. The camera will
support SD cards up to 2GB.
Slide the battery cover back and it will spring open. Insert the
batteries with the polarities as shown. Close the cover
Insert the SD Card with the connectors facing upwards as shown. Push it in until it latches in place. Never touch the
connecting terminals of the card. (To remove the card press it in and the internal catch will release the card).

CAUTION

Handle batteries safely. Do not short circuit batteries with any metal objects. Dispose of used batteries safely in
accordance with relevant recycling provisions. Do not throw used batteries in water a fire or in the general rubbish.

LOADING THE CAMERA DRIVER (See Page 29 for full details)

Windows ME/2000/XP:

Windows 98 SE:

If you do not wish to use the webcam facility you need not install the camera driver. The

PC will recognise the camera as a USB drive on connection allowing you to upload and view your pictures.

Installation of the driver is necessary to upload to a PC and view your files. Refer to Page 29.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If your camera does not work as expected please run through this checklist before you contact Tesco.

Camera will not turn on

1. Batteries are not properly installed- remove and reinstall the batteries.

2. Insufficient battery voltage - Do not use old batteries or batteries with mixed battery life.
Do not use low voltage or low capacity rechargeable batteries

Flash will not fire

1. Flash set to OFF -Set the flash to Auto or On.

2. Flash has not been fully charged The flash takes a few seconds to charge -the Operation LED blinks. The Flas

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light is fully charged when the Operation LED turns off.

3. Battery level low - the voltage is too low for the flash to work. Insert new batteries.

Image is blurred or out of focus

1. Subject is out of focal range. Ensure that there is at least 1.5m (5ft ) between the camera lens and subject.

2. The camera moved- Hold the camera steady while taking the picture.

The PC does not recognize the Camera.

In Windows 98SE, the camera driver has to be installed before downloading.

Subject in recorded image is too dark

Insufficient light for shooting Set the flash ON, or adjust the exposure value to a positive (+) setting.

Flickering on LCD screen or recorded image

Incorrect frequency setting. Check the anti-flicker frequency ( 50Hz or 60Hz ) under fluorescent light.

Flash card does not display images recorded.

The flash card is faulty or improperly formatted. Re-format the SD card and if necessary, replace it.

The SD card is locked. Move the switch at the side of the card to unlock it.

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SAVINGYOUR VIDEO

3. STOP

4. Save As

Pressthe icon tocapture thevideo.
A control panel will now open. Press the
appropriate icons to play, fast forward and
rewind themovie.
You canaslso edit themovie by determiningthe
start and stop positions. The manual on the
software disc has full instructions for editing
and manipulatingyour images.

Click the icon to give the
completed videoa title andsave it toa folderon
the PChard drive.

5. CloseClick to exitthe menu.
Now unplugthe camerafrom the PC

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CAMERA LAYOUT

1 Lens
2 Wrist Strap Hook
3 SHUTTER button
4 ON-OFF button
5 TIMER light
6 Flash Light
7 Battery door
8 SD card slot
9 Tripod connector
10 AV Socket
11 USB socket
12 MACRO switch
13 BUSY light
14 LCD Screen
15 Microphone
16 MENU button
17 MODE button
18 LEFT/DISPLAY ON-OFF button
19 UP/ZOOM IN
20 RIGHT/ FLASH ON-OFF
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OK button
22 DOWN/ZOOM OUT
23 PLAY button
24 DELETE button

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR CAMERA - MODES AND MENUS

Switch the camera on by pressing the button.ON-OFF
Wait for the welcome screen to load.
Press the button. The MODE SCREEN will displayMODE
Navigate to the icon you want by pressing . Press to confirm.OK

The MODE screen allows you to choose an action
CAPTURE MODE allows you to capture an event. You can take a snapshot, record a video, make an audio recording.

Pressing the button when you are in a capture mode will take you into a menu related to that mode.MENU
This menu allows you to to set the camera up to make the perfect picture, video or sound recording.
The modes allow you to organise, view , replay pictures and recordings.REPLAY
The mode allows you to set global settings for the camera, such as the date and time, TV system, etc.SETTINGS

Audio Replay

Camera Settings

DISP

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MOVE UP

MOVE DOWN

MOVE

LEFT

MOVE
RIGHT

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MODEMENU

DISP

OK

Snapshot Audio RecorderVideo Cam

CAPTURE MODE

MODE SCREEN

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Installing andUsing UleadPhoto Explorer 8;

Photo Explorer 8 SE BASIC enables you to access, archive and catalogue all the images on your PC . It also has inbuil

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Webcam Capture software that turns your camera into a digital video recorder with audio support.

Make sure the camera is not connected to the PC

• Launch the CD. Click on the Photo Explorer icon.
Follow the prompts and install the software.

• Connect your camera to the PC.

• Launch Photo Explorer
1 Click the " " icon.Capture Video

The Video Capture screen will open.

You will now see a video stream in the
capture window.

2. Click the toRed Record button
begin the video capture.

The capture will start and the progress
bar will begin to travel across the
window. You will also see the time
elapsed of your video movie.

Note: The Setup menu allows you to
change the video resolution and the
frame rate to give the ideal blend of
quality and file size. Refer to the
program help menu and the instruction
manual on the software disc for advice.

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