YAKUMO MEGA-IMAGE 84 D User Manual
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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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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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.
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Basic Operating Procedure
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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
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EVF/LCD Switch
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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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