Tekxon Technology X52 User Manual

USER’S MANUAL
Digital Camera X52
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Table of contents
Table of contents..................................................................... 1
1 Contents of package ............................................................ 3
2 Introduction........................................................................... 4
2.1 Product properties ...............................................................................................4
2.2 Five operating modes.......................................................................................... 4
3 Getting started...................................................................... 5
3.1 Parts of your camera ...........................................................................................5
3.2 Inserting the batteries..........................................................................................6
3.3 Inserting and removing the SD/MMC card........................................................... 7
3.4 Attaching the carrying strap................................................................................. 7
4 Basic operation..................................................................... 8
4.1 Switching the camera on and off..........................................................................8
4.2 Using the mode buttons.......................................................................................9
4.3 Taking photographs........................................................................................... 10
4.3.1 LCD descriptions display......................................................................................... 10
4.3.2 Snapshot.................................................................................................................. 11
4.4 Recording audio ................................................................................................13
4.5 Making video clips .............................................................................................14
4.5.1 LCD descriptions ..................................................................................................... 14
4.5.2 Making a video clip.................................................................................................. 14
4.6 Playing images, audio and videos .....................................................................15
4.6.1 LCD descriptions ..................................................................................................... 15
4.6.2 Viewing photos, videos and listening to sound recordings .................................... 15
4.7 Deleting photos .................................................................................................17
5 Advanced operation...........................................................18
5.1 Using the flash...................................................................................................18
5.2 Using direct access buttons...............................................................................18
5.3 Changing menu options.....................................................................................19
5.4 List of menu options .......................................................................................... 20
5.5 Exposure compensation ....................................................................................22
5.6 Selecting a language.........................................................................................22
5.7 Setting the image resolution ..............................................................................22
5.8 Setting image quality ......................................................................................... 23
5.9 Setting image effects.........................................................................................23
5.10 Setting the driver ...........................................................................................24
5.11 Protecting photos against accidental deletion................................................24
5.12 Viewing images on a television set................................................................ 25
5.13 Setting the date and time...............................................................................25
5.14 Setting the LOGO.......................................................................................... 26
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6 Installing the software........................................................ 27
6.1 Supported operating systems............................................................................27
6.2 Installing the driver ............................................................................................27
6.2.1 Installing the driver in DSC mode ........................................................................... 27
6.2.2 Installing the driver in Web Cam mode................................................................... 29
7 Transferring files to your PC............................................. 31
8 Specifications ..................................................................... 32
9 Memory requirement..........................................................33
10 Troubleshooting............................................................ 34
11 Further information....................................................... 35
11.1 Safety instructions......................................................................................... 35
11.2 Maintenance and care................................................................................... 35
11.3 Photo tips ...................................................................................................... 35
11.4 Battery tips .................................................................................................... 36
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1 Contents of package
Please ensure that the following items are included in the box:
1x digital camera 1x user manual 2x AAA batteries 1x USB cable 1x CD-ROM 1x carrying case 1x wrist strap
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2 Introduction
This product is a digital imaging device with an integrated digital camera, digital video recorder, digital audio recorder and PC camera. It allows you to take digital photographs and videos, make voice recordings or use it as a webcam.
2.1 Product properties
High resolution photographs, various resolutions can be selected, interpolated output.
Images can be saved internally or externally.
High-sensitivity wide-angle flash, three flash modes can be selected.
Colour TFT LCD monitor for viewing menus and images.
Three photography modes: single image, self-timer and burst
TV output: NTS C or PAL
digital sound recording
Simple user interface
Individual start interface for convenient operation
Special picture effects such as conversion to black and white or nostalgic images
Fast data transfer thanks to mini-USB connector
Automatic shutdown conserves batteries
2.2 Five operating modes
Still image mode – for taking digital images/photographs
Video mode – for taking high-quality videos with sound
Recording mode – for sound recordings
Play mode – for watching/listening to all recordings
Configuration mode – for setting the operating parameters
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3 Getting started
3.1 Parts of your camera
Familiarise yourself with the parts of your camera before use. That makes it easier to operate the camera.
Shutter release
On/off button
Microphone
Strap eye
Flash
Operating status
LCD
Zoom In Button
Zoom Out Button
Left button
USB terminal
Flash status indicator
Card slot
Menu button
Down button
Lens
Indicator of self-timer
Photo/Video/ Sound recording/co n-figuration button
Play mode button
Up button
Right button
Confirm button
LCD on/of
Battery slot
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3.2 Inserting the batteries
Use two AAA (micro) batteries.
Push the cover of the battery compartment in the direction indicated to open the com-
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partment.
Open the cover of the battery compartment.
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Insert the batteries into the battery compartment and ensure that the polarity is
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correct. Close the cover of the battery compartment by closing it over and pushing it back into place.
1. We recommend that you use rechargeable 1.2V NiMH batteries as they have a longer battery life.
2. You can also use 1.5V alkaline batteries.
See the “Battery tips” section for details on the battery life.
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3.3 Inserting and removing the SD/MMC card
You can use SD or MMC cards to increase the memory capacity. Switch off the camera before inserting the card. Insert the card as follows (photographs, sound and video recordings are no longer stored in the internal memory, but stored on the card).
Inserting the card
Insert the card in the card slot until it locks into place.
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Removing the card
Open the cover of the card slot. Press the card downwards briefly to unlock it. Remove or change the card and close the card slot cover again.
3.4 Attaching the carrying strap
Attach the carrying strap for your convenience and for safety reasons.
Pass the loop of the carrying strap through the eye as shown in the illustration.
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Pull the other end of the carrying strap through the loop of the thin cord and pull the
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carrying strap tight.
Caution
1. Do not hang the camera around your neck using the carrying strap to avoid danger. This applies to children in particular.
2. When carrying the camera on the strap, ensure that you do not hit the camera against anything.
3. When attaching the carrying strap, place the camera on a solid surface to ensure that it cannot fall down and be damaged.
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4 Basic operation
4.1 Switching the camera on and off
Switching the camera on
Press the On/Off button for 1-2 seconds to switch the camera on. If the camera is not switched on, check the polarity of the batteries and ensure that they are charged.
Switching the camera off
Press and hold the main switch for several seconds to switch the cameral off. The LCD goes blank.
If the camera is idle for more than three minutes, it is switched off automatically to save battery power. Press the On/Off button for 1-2 seconds
On/off button
to switch the camera on again. Automatic deactivation is not active in USB or record mode.
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4.2 Usi ng the mode buttons
The camera features five operating modes. When the camera is switched on,If USB is disconnected it is automatically in still photograph mode. Press the following mode buttons to select the required mode.
Selects the photography mode,Video
When the camera is in photography mode, press the When the camera is in video mode, press the When the camera is in recording mode, press the When the camera is in the setting mode or play mode, press the
photography mode. Press the
mode,Recording mode and setting mode
Play mode
button to acess the play mode.
When the camera driver type is DSC,If USB is connected,the camera automatically enter MSDC Mode. In MSDC Mode,all mode buttons is disable,you can press the menu button and select Web Cam driver type to access the photography mode.if select DSC driver type or press menu button again,the camera retrun MSDC Mode. If you want to enter MSDC Mode from other modes,you can activate the setting mode,select the DSC driver type.
button to access the recording mode.
Mode buttons
button to access the video mode.
button to access the setting mode.
button to return to the
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4.3 Taking photographs
4.3.1 LCD descriptions display
Status symbols in the photography mode
Number of photographs taken, number of photographs available Battery status
Single shot mode
Burst mode
Self-timer mode
Automatic flash
Flash always on
Flash off
Best image quality
Medium image quality
Standard image quality
0.5M
2.0M
3.0M
4.0M
5.0M
12M
0.5 megapixel image mode
2.0 megapixel image mode
3.0 megapixel image mode
4.0 megapixel image mode
5.0 megapixel image mode
12 megapixel image mode
Automatic white balance
Daylight white balance
Tungsten white balance
Fluorescent white balance
Cloudy white balance
Using external memory card
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