Trust Computer Products 1290Z User Manual

1290Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM

User’s manual

Version 1.0

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Read the ‘Quick Installation Guide’ before using the camera for the first time.
The basic functions of the camera are described here.

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CONTENTS

1 Int duction 2ro

1.1 Some general comments about photography 2

2 Safety 2

2.1 Batteries 3

3 Approval 3

4 Explanation of the camera functions 3

5 Inserting and removing the batteries 5

6 Ins rting the memory 5

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6.1 Formatting the memory 6

7 Us settings 6

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7.1 Setting the language of the OSD menu 6

7.2 Setting the da te 6

8 Ta ng photographs ( ) 7

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8.1 Zooming in and out 7

8.2 Selecting the mode 7

8.3 Self timer ( ) 8

8.4 Focusing 8

8.5 Flash 8

9 Recording video clips ( ) 9

10 View videos 9

ing pictures /

10.1 Display on the camera ( ) 9

10.2 Connecting the camera to a computer 10

10.3 Playback on television 11

11 Add onal settings 12iti

11.1 Capture mode 12

11.2 Settings in the Playback mode 13

11.3 Settings in th e SETUP mode 14

11.4 Fitting the wrist strap 14

12 Soft are 14

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12.1 Trust Photo Site 14

12.2 MGI PhotoSuite SE version 4.0 15

12.3 MGI Photovista 15

12.4 Deleting software and drivers 15

13 Verification after installation (Windows) 16

14 Troubleshooting 16

15 Technical specifications 19
16 Warranty conditions 19

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1 Introduction

This instruction manual is for users of the TRUST 1290Z POWERC@M OPTICAL
ZOOM. The camera is equipped with a 4 megapixel sensor and an optical zoom lens.
The photos are saved on the memory card supplied with the camera.

1.1 Some general comments about photography

Taking test pictures

Before taking pictures of a unique event it is s ensible to take some test pictures first.
This is to make sure that the camera is working properly.

No damages can be claimed for a picture which is not satisfactory.

No damages can be claimed for unsatisfactory pictures caused by faulty working of
your camera or software etc.

Exchanging picture data

No guarantees are given that pictures made with this camera can be reproduced on
other apparatus, or that pictures made with other apparatus can be reproduced on
this camera.

Sunlight

Do not point the camera at the sun for long periods as this can damage the sensor.

Knocking / shaking

Do not shake the camera or knock it against something. This may cause a fault,
unsuccessful photographs, memory incompatibility or the loss of photog raphs from
the memory.

LCD display

Small black or bright spots can sometimes be seen on a LCD display. This is a
normal occurrence and has no influence on the quality of the image recorded by the
camera. When there are no more than 10 of these spots it is not necessary to
exchange the camera.

Exposing the LCD display to sunlight for a long time can cause defects.

Lens

Keep the glass of the lens clean. Use a cotton wool stick to clean the lens. If
necessary, use special cleaning fluid for camera lenses. Do not use any other
cleaning materials.

2 Safety

Read the following instructions carefully before using:

- The Trust 1290Z0 PowerC@m Optical Zoom does not require any special
maintenance. Use a slightly moist soft cloth to clean t he camera.

- Do not use any aggressive materials such as petroleum spirit or t urpentine.
These can affect the materials used.

- Never immerse the camera in a fluid. This can be dangerous and damage the
product. Do not use the camera in the vicinity of water.

- Do not try to repair the camera yourself.

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2.1 Batteries

- The Duracell Ultra batteries supplied with the device are not rechargeable. Do
not try to recharge these batteries. This can give rise to danger of an
explosion.

- Do not throw the batteries into a fire. The batteries could explode.

- Do not drill through the batteries.

- Keep the batteries out of reach of small children.

- Use solely NiMH AA batteries with this camera (at least 1800mAh).

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When the alkaline batteries (including Duracell Ultra batteries) are empty, ask
your local authority where you can dispose of them.

N.B.: standard NiCd AA batteries are unsuitable for use with this camera.

N.B.: do not use old and new batteries together, since the old batteries may

N.B.: remove the batteries if the camera is not to be used for a longer period

drain the new batteries.

of time. This will prolong the life of the batteries.

3 Approval

This product conforms with the essential requirement s and other relevant provisions
stipulated by the applicable European directives. The Declaration of Conformity
(DoC) is avai lable at www.t rust.co m/13984/ce.

4 Explanation of the camera functions

Please refer to Figures 1a to 1d inclusive.

Item Explanation

1 Shutter release

2 Selector dial

3 Power Button Press the button to switch on the camera.

4 Flash Use the built-in flash to highlight the subject.

5 Automatic exposure

6 Lens cover Protects the lens when the camera is not in

7 Lens The lens focuses the image on the digital

button

indicator

Description

Press this button to take a photograph.

Dial for the selection of the mode.

SETUP Setup mode: For the adjustment

of the settings.

Capture mode: Taking
photographs. (Section 8)

Playback mode: Display
photograph(s). (Section 10)

Video mode: Recording a video
clip (Section 9)

Press the button again to switch off the
camera.

Illuminated/flashes when the automatic
exposure function is used. (Section 8.3)

use.

Slide the button downwards to open the
cover.

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Item Explanation Description

8 +

Viewfinder The viewfinder is used to determine the

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image capturing circuitry. Make sure that the
lens remains free of dust and fingerprints;
take care not to scratch the lens.

format of the photograph and its composit ion.
The actual photograph is taken through the
lens, not the viewfinder. The image may differ
when the digital zoom is used.

9 Indicator Indicates the current camera mode.

11 Control buttons Button to scroll through the menu, or

12 "W" button (zoom

out)

13 "T" button (zoom in) Use the Zoom-in button to zoom in on the

“Å” button: macro function (Section 8.4)

“Æ” button: automatic exposure (Section 8.3)

“Ç” button: mode (Section 8.2)

“È” button: flash settings (Section 8.5)

Use the Zoom-out button to zoom out on the
subject while in Capture mode.

subject while in Capture mode.

14 Indicator Indicates the status of the memory.

15 LCD display Use the LCD display to preview photos.

In the Setup menu the LCD display can be
used to view the configuration.

16 “MENU” Button: Press the “MENU” button to enter the menu.

17 “ENTER” button Use the “ENTER” button to confirm or perform

18 “DISPLAY” button Used to determine the presentation on the

19 Hook for the

carrying strap

a function.

LCD display. Turning the LCD display off will
save batteries.

For your convenience, attach the carrying
strap to the hook on the camera.

20 Battery cover Protects the batteries.

21 Memory card cover Protects the memory card.

22 USB connection The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used

23 Tripod socket Use the tripod socket to fit a tripod to the

24 Video-out

connection / adapter
connection

to connect the camera to a PC for the transf er
of photos.

camera. This optional accessory is used to
stabilize the camera. This is ideal for
photography when little light is available, e.g.
at night.

Connect your video-out cable to your TV and
this socket to use the television to preview
your images.

You can also connect an adapter (not
supplied with the camera) to this socket.

Table 1: camera functions

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