Handbuch
Manual
Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D
Digitalkamera
DGBF E I PL
Please read before using the digital camera
Battery information
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is not replaced properly.
Replace only with the same type or a type of equal quality
recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries in
accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
Only replace with the same type or a type of identical design
recommended by the manufacturer.
Batteries should never be damaged, drilled or thrown into an open
fire. The battery could burst or explode, releasing toxic chemicals.
Only use the specified charger for rechargeable batteries.
Batteries containing hazardous substances are marked with the
above symbol. It indicates that they should not be disposed of as
household waste. Battery regulations place a legal obligation on the
consumer to return all used batteries. Please help to make a
contribution to the protection of our environment by not disposing
of batteries in the household waste. Chemical symbols on the
battery mean that the battery contains the specified substance.
The symbols have the following meanings: Cd - Cadmium, Hg Mercury, Pb - Lead. You can also take used batteries to communal
disposal sites (e.g. battery collection point or recycling site). These
locations have a legal obligation to take the batteries free of charge.
Care and maintenance of the digital camera
Caring for your digital camera properly ensures fault-free operation
and reduces the risk of damage to your digital camera.
General guidelines
Do not expose your digital camera to excessive humidity or extreme
temperatures.
Do not expose your digital camera to direct sunlight or strong UV light
for long periods.
Blow particles of dust or dirt off the lens or LCD monitor or use a
lens brush for cleaning (available from specialist retailers). Do not
clean the lens or the LCD monitor with chemically treated cleaning
cloths designed for spectacles, as they can cause scratches on the
surface. Moisten the LCD monitor by breathing on it. Then wipe the
monitor with a soft lint and chemical free cleaning cloth. Products
for cleaning cameras, including air brushes, are available from
specialist retailers.
Service
In case of technical problems with your Yakumo product, contact
our Hotline on 0 18 05/ 92 58 66 (12 cent/minute) when calling from
the Deutsche Telekom fixed network.
Guarantee
If you think that you need to make a claim on your Yakumo product
under the guarantee, call the Hotline on 0 18 05/ 92 58 66 (12 cent/
minute) when calling from the Deutsche Telekom fixed network.
Experienced staff will advise you and arrange how you should
proceed. Please do not send any goods to the Yakumo Service
Centre without obtaining an RMA number from the hotline first, as
otherwise the goods will be returned unrepaired or refused.
Yakumo grants you a 2-year guarantee from the invoice date. In
case of defects, the buyer only has a right to subsequent performance.
This subsequent performance will include either repair or the delivery
of a replacement product. Exchanged units or parts will be the
property of Yakumo.
Evidence of the guarantee must be provided in the form of proper
proof of purchase (sales receipt or invoice).
Damage caused by improper handling, operation storage or by force
majeure or other external influences is not covered by the guarantee.
The same applies to wearing parts, e.g. rechargeable batteries
(6 months).
In case of technical queries, go to the Yakumo homepage at
www.yakumo.com or send an e-mail to: info@yakumo.com.
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Preface
The Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D is equipped with eight modes
(Scene selection, Programmed, Aperture priority, Shutter speed
priority, Manual exposure, Playback, Movie, Setup) for your
exploration. In com-bination with all the above mode function, not
only will this cam-era serve as a digital camera, but it can also be
used in recording short movies and audio recording.
The Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D offers 4.00 mega pixels high-quality
image along with precise 32 x zoom (8 x optical plus 4 x digital).
The built-in 16 MB internal memory can store your images and
videos. Its auto focus lens supports a macro mode from 20 cm to
50 cm. Normally, it can takes pictures ranging from 50 cm to infinite.
Through the USB cable connection, pictures can be easily transferred from the digital camera to the PC. It also provides an AV
output function to perform the operation through TV. Continuous
shoot-ing function is also available for users to take multiple frames
of scenes in quick succession. Here are its main features:
- P.A.S.M. (Playback, Aperture, Scene, Manual exposure)
mode
- MPEG 4 audio and video recording
- 8 x optical lens
- Electronic view finder
- Orientation sensor for still image rotate
- Popup flash
- 15 scene modes
- Histogram on display
- Cropping and frame editing function with 6 frames to
choose from
- 3x3 image thumbnail display
- Built-in speakers
To make the best out of this digital camera, we strongly suggest that
you read through this manual prior to operating this digital camera.
Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Preface ........................................................................ 1
Prior to Operating the Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D....3
Unpacking the Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D...............................3
Attaching the lens and strap on the digital camera ..................4
Identifying Components ...........................................................5
Loading the Batteries and SD Memory Card............................6
Basic Settings ..........................................................................7
Formatting the Internal Memory and SD Card .........................7
Basic Operating Procedure ....................................... 8
Turning the digital camera On/Off.............................................8
Basic Shooting ........................................................................9
Auto-Focus Function ...............................................................9
Zooming In/Out ........................................................................9
Viewing Pictures .................................................................... 10
Protect Pictures ..................................................................... 10
Erase Pictures ....................................................................... 10
Basic Functions Buttons ........................................................ 10
Eight Main Modes and Instructions .........................15
Scene Mode .......................................................................... 17
P.A.S.M. Mode ...................................................................... 19
Playback Mode ...................................................................... 23
Movie and Audio Mode .......................................................... 26
Setup Mode ........................................................................... 27
Making Connections .................................................32
Installing Software ................................................................. 32
Connecting through the USB ................................................. 33
Connecting through AV-out ................................................... 33
Appendix ....................................................................34
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Prior to Operating the Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D
Setting up this Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D digital camera is quick
and simple. Follow these steps, and you’ll be on your way to infinite
Unpacking the Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D
1. Clear all items from the box. (It is highly recommended that
the box and wrappings are kept for future usage)
2. Double check for the following items:
Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D
Shoulder Strap
Video Cable
Batteries
CD-ROM
Mini USB Cable
Lens cap User Manual
boundaries.
Prior to Operating the Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D
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Attaching the lens and strap on the digital camera
The lens cap and strap are attached in one. To remove or cap
the lens cap, press on both sides of the retractable knob.
Thread the strap through the strap hole of the digital camera and
the lens cap. Adjust the strap to the desired length.
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Identifying Components
Flash Mode Selection Button
Flash
AF LED
Shutter Button
Power Switch
Lens
Hook of Shoulder Strap
Microphone
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OK
Zoom Button
EVF/LCD Switch
AE/AF Lock Button
Menu Button
SD Card Cover
Five-way Switch
Battery Cover
Tripod
TFT LCD
Dioptre Adjustment
EVF(Electronic View Finder)
Macro Button
Self-timer Button
Mini USB
TV-Out
Jack Cover
Mode Dial
Continuous Shot Button
DC-In
Prior to Operating the Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D
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Loading the Batteries and SD Memory Card (optional)
This digital camera uses 4 AA batteries or optional CR-V3 x 2. The batteries and SD
card are located in separate compartments. The battery compartment is located at
the bottom of the digital camera, while the SD card compartment is located at the
CAUTION!
1. Use only the specified battery or AC power adapter
(optional) (6.0V 2A) with this digital camera. Other power
sources may cause fire.
2.To improve battery performance, replace all
installed batteries at the same time and keep batter
way from heat.
3.To dispose off batteries, please refer to index of battery manufacturer.
4. Do not mix battery types or it may cause a fire or
explosion. Use only one battery type at one time
5. Batteries should be inserted in the battery compartment with the "+" and "-" sides facing correctly.
6. For alternative power source, the optional AC
Adapter kit is available.
NOTE:
1. Upon loading new batteries, users will need to reset
their Basic Settings
2. Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries
when the digital camera is in its ON status. Only remove
the batteries and SD card when the digital camera is not
in use, or in its OFF status.
3. If you do not plan on using the digital camera for a long
period of time, please remove the batteries and SD card.
1. Slide the battery cover in the
2. Load the batteries into the battery
compartment. (a)
3. Close the battery cover.
4. Flip the SD card compartment cover,
direction of the arrow, then lift to open.
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SD Card Card
Battery Cover
and insert the SD card into the slot. (b)
5. Close the SD card cover.
back of the digital camera.
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Basic Settings
Upon turning the digital camera ON, a “welcome image” will appear on the
LCD display. Turn the mode dial to the Setup Mode. Please proceed with
the following settings:
Language Preference Setting
There are a total of nine languages to choose from to interact with this
digital camera. Please refer to Setup Mode. (Page 30)
Date and Time Setting
Please refer to the Date and Time setting under Setup Mode. (Page 27)
Formatting the Internal Memory and SD Card
To take more pictures effectively, format the content of the SD Card. To
format SD card, please insert your compatible SD card into SD slot. Then
proceed with the following steps:
1. Turn the Mode Dial to Setup Mode.
2. Press the Menu button to enter Setup menu to select “Format”.
3. You will then be asked "Format SD card?" on the LCD Display.
4. Press the OK button to confirm and proceed with formatting.
As a result, once you withdraw the SD Card from the digital camera, the LCD
display will show the following message for confirmation: "Format internal
memory?" Then, press OK button to complete formatting internal memory.
Basic Operating Procedure
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Basic Operating Procedure
This section provides simple and basic directions to get you started with
your Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D. From this section, you will learn how to
turn the digital camera on and off, shoot pictures, use the Auto Focus
function, Zooming In and Out, and Playback your pictures. A description
is also included for the EVF & LCD function.
Turning the digital camera On/Off
Tip: The LCD display will warn users to open the lens cap when
the lens cap is on.
1. Remove the lens cap
**The backside LED indicator will remain green while
the power is turned on**
- power LED lights up and the power is on.
- turning off the power (slide the switch again)
- Auto power-off function operates when batteries are used only.
2. Slide the Power switch in the direction of arrow.
Power Switch
Shutter Button
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Basic Shooting
Auto-Focus Function
When the shutter release is pressed halfway, the Auto-Focus function will
activate and the digital camera lens will automatically focus. Follow these
steps to activate this function:
1. Under normal situation, the crop mark is yellow. Once
the shutter is pressed halfway to activate the Auto-Focus
function, the crop mark will turn green. If it fails, the crop
mark will turn red.
2. Fully press the shutter button to take the picture.
Zooming In/Out
This digital camera has 8 x optical zoom and 4 x digital zoom. The zoom
bar located on the right side of the LCD display, informs users of the zoom
status while the zoom in or out button is pressed. While the zoom button
is pressed, there will be 15 levels of zoom magnifications, from W(Wide)
to T(Tele) of zoom bar; The zoom lens can automatically protrude and
retract. An additional 8 levels of zoom magnification (0.5x/each), from
Tip: Do not cover the lens or flash with your finger.
1. Turn the mode dial to the Scene Mode
3.)When you are set, press the
shutter button once.
2.)Look into the viewfinder
and try to align your subject
in the box.
/LCD
OK
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AF-L
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T(tele)to 4x (4x Digital Zoom) of zoom bar will activate, when the zoom
button is pressed. Users can see the result from LCD display.
1. Once you have aligned your subject in the LCD display, press the zoom in or
out button to select your preferred distance.
Viewing Pictures
To instantly view the pictures you just took, simply turn the mode dial to
the Playback Mode. For an in-depth description of Playback Mode, please
refer to page 23.
Protect Pictures
To instantly protect the pictures you just took, press the menu button and
select the protect function. To protect pictures under playback mode,
press the AE/AF/protect button and press ok.
Erase Pictures
To instantly erase the picture, turn the mode dial to the Playback Mode,
then press the down button and OK to delete the current picture.
Basic Functions Buttons
The digital camera includes the following basic functions.
OK
AE-L
AF-L
EVF/LCD Switch
A
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A
F-L
AE/AF Lock Button
Protect
Menu Button
SD Card Cover
Five-way Switch
TFT LCD
EVF (Electronic View Finder)
Dioptre Adjustment
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A
F-L
AE/AF lock and Protect: These three functions can be
activated under this button. Under playback mode, press
this button to protect the picture. AE lock locks the exposure at a different place from the point of focus. After locking the exposure, you can recompose the shot while
maintaining the desire exposure level. AF lock locks the
focus on the subject and recomposes the shot. This is
useful for backlight and spotlighted subjects.
AE Lock: Press "L" button once for AE lock
AF Lock:
Press "L" button twice for AF lock
Normal:
Press "L" button again for normal
Menu: This button allows quick access to the menu function .
Flash: This button sets flash as Force off / Auto Red eye
reduction / Force on / Slow. To activate the first strobe,
press the flash button for flash mode selection and select
the desired flash setting. The flash button will have to pop
up in order to activate the flash mode. If not, the flash will
not function and users will not be able to select the type of
flash. When the flash pops up, the default setting will be
force on, followed by Auto, Slow and Off.
Force on: Press flash button for force on. This is also the default
setting.
Auto Red eye reduction:
Press flash button once for auto red eye
Tip: AF button locks the focus object for a sequence shooting.
Pressing the snap button halfway can proceed AF lock for only
one image, but next.
Flash
Flash mode selection
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Slow: Used for slow shot
Force off:
When the flash is off
EVF/LCD: This button allows users to switch in between
the LCD and EVF (Electronic View Finder) to operate this
digital camera.
Dioptre Adjustment: This enables users to adjust the far
or nearsightedness of the viewfinder.
Macro: The macro function allows users to take close-up
pictures in a distance within 20cm to 50cm. Press the
Macro button to access Macro function.
Self-timer: The self-timer function is used in capture and
video mode with a time frame of 3 to 10 seconds. A tripod
is highly recommended when setting the self-timer to 3
seconds.
Continuous shot: This function allows 3 continuous shot.
Turn the mode dial to P. A. S. M. & scene mode. press
selftimer/continuous shot button twice, and press the
shutter button.
Tip: Push down the flash pop-out when not in use.
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Mode Dial
Macro Button
Hook of Shoulder Strap
TV-Out
Mini USB
DC-in
Self-timer Button
Continuous Shot Button
Lens Cap
Dioptre Adjustment
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Zoom: This digital camera has 8 x optical zoom and 4 x
dig-ital zoom.
Under Capture Mode:
Zoom in: Press Zoom in button for magnify image
Zoom out: Press Zoon out button for narrow the image
Under Playback mode: (Magnify / Thumbnail)
Zoom in: Press Zoom in button for magnify image
Zoom out: Press Zoon out button for thumbnail (3x3)
EVF/LCD Display: This button allows you to turn the display On or Off for the electronic view finder & LCD. When
EVF is selected, LCD will not be on.
Note:
1. Flash will not be available under continuous mode.
2.During the shooting, images will not display on the LCD.
3.The focus and white balance are adjusted for the first image,
which will also be used for the other images.
4. Continuous shot and self-timer share the same button.
Resolution Digital Zoom
8.0M (3264 x 2448) x1
6.0M (2880 x 2160) x 1
4.0M ( 2272 x 1704) x 4
2.0M ( 1600 x 1200) x 4
1.3M ( 1280 x 960) x 4
VGA ( 640 x 480) x 4
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Tip:
HV / Histogram Value
Histogram Value showing the brightness and contrast of the
subject. It enables precise exposure control. In playback mode,
histogram showing the brightness and contrast information of
recorded pictures. You can set. histogram display by pressing
up on the five-way switch in shooting and playback modes.
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Eight Main Modes and Instructions
This section will describe the eight modes included in this
digital camera. An in-depth coverage of these modes will be
further described. Under each of the following modes, users can
choose to proceed with the modes either by looking at the LCD
or through the electronic view finder. To switch between the electronic view finder or LCD, press on the EVF/LCD button.
Items Indications Page
Scene Mode 17
Program mode 19
Aperture priority mode
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Auto Sport
Self Portrait
Landscape
Night
Portrait
Party
Night Portrait
Sunset
Beach
Back Light
Autumn
Natural
Sky
Text
Resolution
Image Quality
White Balance
Digital Filter
ISO Rating
Metering
Focus Area
L/R Adjustment
Resolution
Image Quality
White Balance
Digital Filter
ISO Rating
Metering
Focus Area
L/R Adjustment
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Eight Main Modes and Instructions
Shutter speed
priority mode
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Manual exposure mode
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Playback Mode 23
Movie and
Audio Mode
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Resolution
Image Quality
White Balance
Digital Filter
ISO Rating
Metering
Focus Area
L/R Adjustment
Resolution
Image Quality
White Balance
Digital Filter
ISO Rating
Metering
Focus Area
L/R Adjustment
Erase
Protection
Rotation
Frame Editing
Crop Picture
Slide Show Voice Memo
DPOF
Movie Recording Audio Recording
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Scene Mode
Turn the dial rotator to the Scene Mode. Press the Menu button
to access. Press Up/Down arrow to select the settings. Once
you have selected the option, press Left/Right arrow to adjust
the setting. Press OK to return to the list of options.
Setup Mode 27
Date and Time Self-timer Option
Slide show Interval Audio Value
Sound Effect
Instant Preview
Auto Power Off
Background Editing
Languages TV-Out Format
File Number Restoring
Rotation
White Balance
Macro
Scene
Timer/Burst Shot
Counter
Zoom Bar
Metering
AEL/AFL
Date/Time
Quality
Flash
EV
Aperture
Shutter Speed
HV
ISO
Image Resolution
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Eight Main Modes and Instructions
Scene
Sport- This is for fast-moving subjects when you want to freeze the
action.
Landscape-
This is used for wide scenic views. This setting cannot
be used under macro setting.
Night-
Night scenes.
A tripod is recommended when using this setting.
Portrait-
This mode blurs the background to focus on the subject.
Self Portrait- Enables you to take a picture of yourself while holding
the digital camera. Point the lens towards you and take a shot.
Night Portrait-
This mode is for images taken during twilight or at
night. The flash illuminates the subject while a slow sync speed
captures a natural exposure of the background. A tripod is recommended when using this setting.
Sunset-
To enhance the red hue for taking sunset picture.
Beach-
This is for taking beach view with enhanced blue color.
Back light-
For taking the picture of back light object by changing
metering.
Autumn- This is for foliage views.
Natural-
This is suitable for forest or grasslands views.
Sky-
This is for sky views.
Party-
Enables you to take pictures under a darker environment
with different lighting.
A tripod is recommended when using this setting.
Text- This mode will project the text by enhancement of the black
and white contrast.
Users can select from the following
scenes to include in their pictures:Auto/Sport/Landscape/Night/
Portrait/Self Portrait/Night Portrait/
Sunset/Beach/Back light
Autumn/Natural/Sky/Party/Text
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P.A.S.M. Mode
P.A.S.M. Mode include four modes that are adjustable through the mode
dial.
P mode-
This mode allows you to take general still pictures. The
digital camera will automatically set the aperture and shutter speed to suit
the scene's brightness.
Aperture Priority-
The Aperture value that can be selected from F2.8 to
F3.41.
Shutter Priority- In this mode, the shutter speed can be select from
1/2000 sec to 16.
Manual-
In this mode, you set both the shutter speed and the aperture
value.The exposure level can be viewed on the LCD.
Tip: Users can also change the resolution and image quality
under Scene Mode.
Tip: The larger or brighter the aperture value ( lower f/
number) the more blurred the background will become.
Flash
White Balance
Macro
Mode
Timer
Battery
Zoom Bar
Metering
AEL/AFL
Date/TimeImage Quality
ISO
HV
Shutter speed
Aperture
EV
Focus area
Resolution
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Eight Main Modes and Instructions
Resolution
This mode allows you to set the record resolution.
8.0M (3264 x 2448)
6.0M (2880 x 2160)
4.0M (2272 x 1704)
2.0M (1600 x 1200)
1.3M (1280 x 960)
VGA ( 640 x 480)
Image Quality
The widely-used JPEG format is used for image-recording quality setting.Users can select from the following quality:
White Balance
Normally, the "Auto" WB setting will set the optimum white balance automatically. If natural colors cannot be obtained with auto WB, you can set
the white balance manually to suit the respective light source. Users can
select the following white balance:
Tip: (Follow these steps for One-touch WB)
1. Press OK to confirm one-touch WB.
2. To set the desired WB press the L/R button to change
the WB value.
3. Take pictures by pressing the shutter button with the
new WB setting.
4. To reset WB again, press "OK" button again.
Best
Better
Basic
Auto: Auto
: Sun
: Shade
: Tungsten
: Fluorescent
: One-touch WB
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Digital Filter
This sets and converts according to the different colors and effects:
Normal/BW/Sepia/Red/Pink/Purple/Blue/Green/Yellow/Solarize/
Negative Artwork
Solarize-
This effect creates the impression that the image has been
exposed to light.
Negative Artwork-
Having the light and dark parts
opposite to what they were in the original picture.
ISO Rating
The ISO speed is the sensitivity to light. The higher the ISO speed number, the higher the sensitivity is to light.
Auto
50
100
200
400
Metering
This calculates the best overall exposure value. The digital camera has
three metering modes:
Focus Area
User can change the crop mark location of LCD display by rotator, it provides a widely focus area setting.
Normal
Set
: Matrix
: Center
: Spot
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Eight Main Modes and Instructions
L/R adjustment
For users to define the adjustable parameter of L/R button, once the setting is complete, users can press L/R button to change the value after
quitting menu. Here are the 5 parameters:
Tip: (Follow these steps for Focus Area)
1. The crop mark will be removed once the focus area
function is confirmed.
2. Select the desired focus area using the joystick.
3. Press OK to confirm the setting and start taking pictures.
4. Focus area function can proceed after taking shot,
users can continue to move the focus area.
5. Press menu again to exit the focus area function.
6. By pressing the ok button, the focus setting will be
saved.
EV- Exposure compensation is used to alter
the digital camera's standard exposure
setting. You can darken or lightness the
image. (increased exposure)
Sharpness-
Enhances the borders of the
subject.
Saturation-
Saturation is the degree of
color intensity associated with color's perceptual difference from a white, black or
gray of equal lightness
Contrast- Exaggerate lightness differences between foreground
and background colors
Manual WB-
Manually adjusts fine changes to the white balance.
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Playback Mode
Turn the mode dial to the Playback Mode. Users can view the
images by pressing the Left/Right button or press up button to
get the image information. To view thumbnails and magnify pictures, press zoom in/out button. Users will be able to set the following functions after entering menu.
Erase
User can erase current or all images under this mode. Users can select to
erase:
Erase Current
Erase All
Protection
You can prevent images from accidental erasure.
This function choose to:
Tip: To immediately delete a picture while reviewing images,
press the menu button, select the erase option and press ok.
Zoom
Playback file type
DPOF
Protection
Voice Mem o
AWB
EV
Aperture
Shutter Speed
HV
ISO
Image Resolution
Quality Date/Time
File Name
: Protect Current
: Protect All
: Unprotect Current
: Unprotect All
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Eight Main Modes and Instructions
Rotation
This function rotates images 90° and 270° clockwise, mirror, or flip the
image up.
Normal
90 degree
270 degree
Mirror
Flip up
Frame Editing
This digital
camera provides 6 frames for image editing. Digital camera will
create a new image with the frame which select by user.
Crop Picture
Users can crop images through the desired magnified area.
- Press ok to confirm the image selection and start
the modification.
- The navigation arrows will appear on screen.
- Use joystick and zoom button to navigate the
image.
- Press ok button to crop.
Tip:
- Digital camera will create a new image which cannot be re-cropped.
- Image size will vary according to the cropping
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Slide Show
Allow user to slide show all images.
Voice Memo
This function provides 20 seconds voice memo for still image. Select
“Voice Memo” and press OK to start the recording session. A recording
bar will indicate how much time is left in the recording session. Press OK
to end the recording.
DPOF
DPOF is a format used to record automatic print information from cameras. By specifying which pictures are to be printed, the pictures can be
printed easily by DPOF-compatible printing service labs or on a personal
DPOF-compatible printer. Users can select to print:
Current
All
Reset
Tip:
--press OK button for interruption.
- refer to page 28 (slide show internal setting) to the slide show timing setting
Tip: To view the recorded memo, quit menu and press OK again to
enter control bar. Press “erase” to delete any voice memo.
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Movie and Audio Mode
Movie and Audio Mode allows you to use the digital camera as a
movie and audio recorder. Video mode is the default for this mode,
press the ok button to enter this mode. Users can switch modes
by pressing the menu button. Rotate to the Video/Audio mode.
To record video:
1. Press the shutter to start recording.
2. To stop recording, press the shutter button again.
To record audio:
1. Press the right button, where a audio recording frame will
appear on the LCD/EVF.
2. Press the shutter button to start audio recording.
3. To exit audio recording, press the shutter button.
Note!
1. Flash will not function when shooting movies.
2. Zoom function can not be achieve while recording.
3. Press the self-timer button once to activate the Selftimer. You will have 3 to 10 seconds to get ready after
pressing shutter button..The countdown will be displayed on the LCD and followed by a beep sound.
4. The icons can be removed from the display by
pressing the up button once.
Recording mode
Zoom bar
Date/Time
Focus area
EV
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Setup Mode
Turn the mode dial to the Setup Mode. Press the Up/Down button to select the function, press the Left/Right button to choose
the desired setting and press OK to confirm.
Users will be able to set the following functions:
Date and Time
Self-timer Option
Tip: 1. The file format of movie will be MPEG 4. (.asf)
2. When you playback video in PC, system will require
Windows Media Player 9.0 codec. Please link to Microsoft
server for the codec, or you can playback the movie through
bundled application software.
Reset date and time when change battery. Users
can select to set:
Date
Date format
Time
Time format
Tip: Dates can be set in these formats:
YYYY/MM/DD
MM/DD/YYYY
Time can be set in these format:
12hr
24hr
This function provides users different timer setting. A tripod is highly recommended when operating this function:
3 seconds
10 seconds
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Eight Main Modes and Instructions
Slide show Interval
Audio Volume
Sound Effect
Instant Review
Under this setting, users can set the interval of
seconds they want the slide show to proceed per
slide. Users can select:
3 seconds
5 seconds
10 seconds
Users can adjust the audio value of audio, video
and voice memo functions:
High
Middle
Low
This function allows users to turn the sound effect on
or off
:
On
Off
Sets the time for the picture to be previewed
right after the picture is taken:
1 second
3 seconds
5 seconds
Off
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Image Rotation
Auto Power Off
Background Editing
When shooting the picture vertically (over 45
degree) the image can be automatically rotated
and display horizontally in playback mode:
1. Automatic (default)
2.Off
This setting automatically turns off the digital
camera. Users can select the following minutes
to Auto Power Off the digital camera:
Off
3 minutes
1 minute
Tip: Prior to shutting off, the LCD will shut itself automatically
Allows users to select their preferred image or
taken photo as background:
Image 1
Image 2
My Photo
Editing
Tip: This background will be replaced the default images of welcome page and setup mode background. My photo will retain last
set photo. To change new photo, select editing for thumbnails and
press OK button to confirm new photo.
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Eight Main Modes and Instructions
Language
TV out
Format
File Number
Users can select from the following languages:
English
German
French
Spanish
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Depending on where your location, different
region requires different system for TV-out function. Connect Video cable for TV out.
NTSC
PAL
Formats the internal or external memory. Press
OK button to confirm or menu button to escape
formatting.
The image count will restore to zero once the pictures in memory been erased under reset condition. Sets the order of pictures stored in the
digital camera:
Reset- File number counting from one.
Series- File number counting from serial number.
Tip: This setting will retain until user to change the selection.
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Restoring
Resets the digital camera to factory setting.
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Making Connections
Making Connections
In this section you will be able to connect the digital camera to your PC to
down-load or edit photos.
Installing Software
1. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. Click “Digital Camera Driver” and Install if your operating system is Windows
98. Users can pick 4 selections and press Install (it can all be done at the same
time).
3. The installation wizard will guide you through the installation.
4. You will be able to use the application once it’s installed.
Caution:
1. Driver is for uploading pictures to you computer, if
the operation system is Win 98
2. If you didn’t install the driver before plugging in the
USB device. System will detect new device. Please
insert the CD-ROM and complete the driver installation.
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Connecting through the USB
This section will show you how to download images from digital camera to
PC through the USB cable..
1. This digital camera allows users to move the images or movies from digital camera
to PC by MISC support.
2. When the digital camera is connected to your PC, there will be 2 external storage
under “My computer” named “ DCIM”.
3. Simply click the folder named “1004MDSC”, you can find the recorded files.
4. Copy or remove these files from the digital camera to your PC. Users can edit these
images accordingly.
Connecting through AV-out
Before you proceed, please determine your corresponding AV-Out mode.
The Yakumo Mega-Image 84 D will enable you to achieve full digital camera
functions by AV-out connection. User can enable each function through the
TV monitor instead of the LCD display.
1. Connect the video cable into the video out connector.
2. Connect the other end of the video cable into the TV’s video-in jack.
3. Turn the digital camera ON, you should then be able to operate the digital camera
with TV screen. (The LCD/EVF will turn off while connected to AV-out)
NOTE:
1. Voice memo files will include three different file format as ".jpg", ".wav" and ".html". Which have the
same file name, but format. The recommended format for users (desiring to include their recorded
voice memo in their selected pictures) is HTML.
2. You may find the recorded files of internal and external memory from 2 external storage respectively.
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Appendix
Digital camera Default Setting
Scene Mode Auto
Movie Mode Video
Resolution 4M (2272 x 1704)
Image Quality ***
White Balance Auto
Digital Filter Color
ISO 100
Metering Matrix
Sharpness Middle
Date and Time 2004/1/1
Self-timer Option 10 seconds
Slide Show Interval 3 seconds
Audio Volume Middle
Sound Effect Off
Instant Review Off
Image rotation automatic
Auto Power Off 1 minute
Display LCD panel on
Background Editing Image 1
Language English
TV Out NTSC
File Number Series
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LED Status
Digital camera
Condition
Status LED AF/Timer
LED
LED Behavior
Power off Off Off -
Standby Green Off "Green" LED will be
truned off when snap,
LED will be lighted
again when ready for
moving.
Strobe
charging
Orange
(Flicker)
Off When recharging,
"Orange" LED will be
flickered and turned
to "Green" when
charging ready.
Processing Green
(Flicker)
Off Processing are meant
that "Green" LED will
be flicker under AF
process and saving
image.
Warning/
Error
Red (Flicker) Off If error, then LED will
be changed from
"Green" to "Red"
flicker. The "Red"
LED will stop flicker
and turn to "Green"
after one sec.
Out of focus Red (Flicker) Off If error, then LED will
be changed from
"Green" to "Red"
flicker. The "Red"
LED will stop flicker
and turn to "Green"
after one sec.
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Information Code
Battery low Red (Flicker) Off Note: The "Red" LED
will keep flickering in
battery low condition.
USB plug in Green Off " Green" LED will be
off and turn on again
when USB plug-in
ready.
TV-out Green Off " Green" LED will be
off and turn on again
when TV out connecting ready.
Self-timer Green Red
(Flicker)
"Timer" LED will be
flicker with countdown second.
Auto focus Green Off Press S1, "Green"
LED will be flickered
till AF successful. If
NG, then LED will be
turned to "Red" and
releasing button for
normal. (" Green")
Video/Audio
recording
Red (Slow
Flicker)
Red (slow
Flicker)
When recording
video/audio, the
"Red" LED will be
flicker slowly.
Error Possible Cause Corrective Action
Card Full No more pictures can
be stored
Remove the pictures or
insert another card
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Specifications
Write-Protect Card has been pro-
tected
To remove write-protect latch of card
Card Error Cannot record, play-
back or erase pictures
on this card
To format this card or
replace another card
Picture Error This recorded picture
cannot be playback
with digital camera
To view the image
through PC. If it cannot
be done, the picture is
damaged
No picture There’s no image in
storage, so there’s
nothing in playback
To take pictures or
insert another card with
images
Card Setup This card is not for-
matted
To format this card
before using
Battery Empty Battery low for taking
pictures
Installing new or
charged batteries
Features Content
Max. Resolution 3264 x 2448
Still Image Size 8.0M (3264 x 2448)
6.0M (2880 x 2160)
4.0M (2272 x 1704)
2.0M (1600 x 1200)
1.3M (1280 x 960)
VGA (640 x 480)
Image Sensor CCD
Sensitivity equivalent ISO Auto, 50, 100, 200, 400
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Lens Aperture Wide : F2.8 to F5.58
Tele : F3.41 to 6.82
Optical Zoom 8x optical zoom
Digital Zoom Up to 4x digital zoom
Viewfinder Electronic Viewfinder (color)
Dioptre adjustment
Shutter speed 16 sec ~ 1/2000 sec.
Internal Memory 16 MB NAND
Estimated number of storable
pictures
8.0M (3264 x 2448):2 pictures
6.0M (2880 x 2160):5 pictures
4.0M (2272 x 1704):10 picures
2.0M (1600 x 1200):20 picures
1.3M (1280 x 960):35 picures
VGA (640 x 480):140 picures
Storage media SD/MMC
Focus distance 50cm ~ infinity
Macro 20 ~ 50 cm
Video/Audio Clip 320 x 240, 30pfs, no limit
Continuous shot 3 shots / sec
Rotate Rotates the still image 90
degree. (anti-clockwise or clockwise)
Self-timer 3 or 10 sec. self-timer
Compatibility WIN98/ME/2000/XP
MAC 9.1 and above
File Format MPEG 4/JPEG/EXIF 2.2/DPOF
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Accessories
Dimension 111 (W) x 70(H) x 105 (D) mm
Flash Pop-up
range: 3 -10 feet
Modes: Force off / Auto Red eye
reduction / Force / Slow
USB Output B type mini USB 2.0 full speed
Video Output NTSC/PAL
Battery type AA Alkaline, Ni-MH, Ni-Cd, CR-
V3 and RCR-V3
DC-in 6.0V 2.0A
LCD 1.6" TFT, 354 x 240
Playback Zoom Up to 8x
USB storage class support MSDC
Multiple languages GB/F/D/I/E/TC/SC/K/J
Tripod mount Metal
Body material Plastic
User manual A/V connecting cable
CD-ROM Shoulder strap
AA alkaline batteries Lens cap
USB cable Lens cap strap
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