User’s Manual DXG Model 552
Content Chapter 1 Attention 1-1 Safety Precautions………..……………………..………............…...……3 1-2 Before Using Your Camera……..............……………………………...3 1-3 Operation Warnings…….......................................…..….....4 1-4 Package Contents………..............................….....……….......5 Chapter 2 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-6 Names of Parts……….......................……........…....…...…......6 Attaching the Strap ......................……........…....…...…......8 Loading the Batteries......................
Chapter 5 Driver Installation 5-1 Installing the Camera Driver ……………………….………...………..26 Chapter 6 Software Application Installation 6-1 NewSoft Application Installation…........... ……..................
1. Attention Thank you for purchasing the DXG-552 digital still camera. With proper care, this camera can last many years, giving you a lifetime of memories. Please read through this manual carefully before using the camera and follow the instructions to avoid any damage caused by improper operation. 1-1 Safety Precautions ●The software CD-ROM packaged with this camera is designed only for a PC. Playing the CD on an audio CD player may damage the device. ●This camera is a precision electronic device.
1-3 Operation Warnings This product consists of intricate electrical parts. To ensure optimal performance, do not drop or hit the camera. ●Avoid using or placing the camera in the following locations: 1. Damp and dusty places. 2. Sealed vehicles, direct sunlight exposure areas, or places with extreme high temperatures or heat. 3. Violent or turbulent environments. 4. Locations full of smoke, oil fumes or steam. 5. Locations subject to strong magnetic fields. 6. Rainy or wet environments.
1-4 Package Contents Please check if the following items are in the package when purchasing this product. Please call DXG technical support immediately if something is missing. 1. CD-ROM (incl. Camera Driver) 2. Pouch 3. Wrist Strap 4.USB CABLE 5. Batteries 6. User's Manual ●CD-ROM (incl.
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Rear View (1) Macro LED (2) Status (Busy) LED (9) USB Port (10) LCD screen (3) Playback Button (4) Mode Button (5) Flash/Set Button (6) “Previous” and “Next” Keys (7) Macro Switch (8) USB Cover 7
2-2 Attaching the Strap ●Insert the thin end of the strap into the strap holder. . ●Pass the other end of the strap through the loop. ●Pull the strap tightly.
2-3 Loading the Batteries ●First, turn the camera off. ●Insert 2 x AAA alkaline or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. Make sure the batteries are fully charged. If the batteries are low on power, change the batteries as soon as possible to maintain optimal operation. ※ If the power level drops below 2.3V (when the battery power indicator only shows one black block), the flash will be disabled: If the power level drops below 2.
2-4 Loading and Removing the Memory Card ●First turn off the camera. ●Insert the memory card according to the direction indicated by the arrow. 2. Removing the Memory Card ● Press the memory card down gently first. ● The memory card will pop up automatically. Remove the memory card according to the direction indicated by the arrow. Attention: If you are using an optional SD memory card, remember to insert the memory card first before turning on the camera.
●To avoid damage to the SD card or camera, do not remove the SD card while recording or playing back images. ● If the memory card is inserted the wrong way, it will not fit. Do not force the card or you could cause damage to the card of camera. ● If the camera does not detect the memory card, gently wipe the metal interface of the card with a soft cloth and reload the card again. ●If the SD card is new, use the camera’s format function to format the card.
3. Controls, Operation, and Display 3-1 LED Indicators The LEDs located on the top of the LCD screen indicate: Macro LED Standby/Busy (Green LED) (Red LED) The green LED will be on when the Macro switch on the left hand side of the camera is switched to Macro mode. The red LED will be on when the camera is recording or when the flash is charging.
3-3 Power Supply ●To turn on the camera, press down the power button. ●To turn off the camera, press the power button again. ● When the camera is turned on, the red indicator will briefly illuminate and the LCD screen will come on. This camera is equipped with power saving software. If the camera is not used for 60 seconds, the power is turned off to prevent battery drain. If this happens, simply press the power button again.
3-4 Shutter Button ●This camera is designed for a 2-step shutter function. A "[ ]" mark will appear in the center of the LCD screen when the Shutter button is pressed and held half way down. Press and then release the Shutter button to take a picture; the camera will then beep after the Shutter button is pressed down fully. 3-5 Mode Button ● Please press and hold the mode button for 2 seconds to enter the mode selection menu including “Play Mode” “Movie Mode” “Capture Mode" “Setup Mode” "PC Mode” .
3-8 Image/Movie Playback Button 0002/0002 1. Press the Playback button to move into the Playback Mode (quick view). Capture Mode → Playback Mode → Capture Mode Movie Mode → Playback Mode → Movie Mode 2. Press the Shutter button to play the video and press it again to pause the video. Press either of the “Previous” or “Next” keys to stop the video. 3-9 Macro Switch ●You can select between Standard and Macro mode by the switch on left side of the camera.
4. Taking Pictures and Playback 4-1 (1) Mode Selection Menu This mode is the entry of other modes. Under any situation, once the MODE button is pressed and held, the camera will enter to this mode. (2) Press the “Prev” or “Next” button to select one of other modes. (3) Press the Flash/Set Button, to enter the selected mode. (4) Once connected to TV, the picture displayed on LCD will be displayed on TV screen. Press and hold the MODE button, and the display will show the following pictures.
4-2 Picture Mode The Picture mode is the mode the camera is in when powered on. It is for taking digital still pictures. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Current working mode Memory Status Number of pictures Remaining battery power Zoom level Flash status Taking a picture: (1) Press and hold the Shutter button halfway down; a yellow “[ ]" will appear in the center of the LCD screen. Press the Shutter button down fully to complete the recording. (2) Use the “Prev” and “Next” buttons to adjust the digital zoom.
(6) The green LED will be on when the Macro key on the left hand side of the camera is toggled to the Macro Mode. (7) Press the button to enter to playback mode. (8) Once connected to TV, the LCD power will shut off automatically, and the images will then be displayed on TV screen. (9) Press and hold the MODE button for one second and the camera will enter the mode selection menu.
Under the situation, the user can complete four types of settings which include AWB setting, resolution setting, image quality setting and EV setting. (5) Press and hold the MODE button for one second to enter to mode selection menu. (6) Press the 4-3 button to enter to playback mode. Playback Mode In playback mode, the user can review the pictures and movies. This mode includes four menu pages which are: DELETE, PICTBRIDGE and AUTOPLAY, and DPOF (only visible if there is a memory card inserted).
displayed. You can press the “Prev” and “Next” buttons to choose a specific image or movie. Press the Flash/Set Button to view in full screen. (3) When reviewing movie, you can press the Shutter button to start or pause the movie and the “Prev” and “Next” buttons to stop playing the movie. (4) While in Playback mode, press the Flash/Set Button to enter the DELETE menu page when playing back images. (5) In the menu page, press the top “Prev” button to enter to another menu page.
picture on it will be displayed on TV screen. (11) If you entered the playback mode by pressing the button from capture mode or movie mode, you will return the previous mode when you press the button again. (12) If you press the MODE button quickly, the camera system will exit the menu page and return to the picture being played back. (13) Press and hold the MODE button for one second to enter the selection entry menu.
Press the “Prev” button to enter to the PICTBRIDGE menu page. Then press the Flash/Set Button to enter the sub menu. ※ When you enter the PICTBRIDGE menu page, the camera will flash an icon of a cable which indicates you must insert a USB/AV cable that is connected to a printer. Only when the camera is connected to a PICTBRIDGE enabled printer can you enter the print-setting interface and begin printing pictures.
Menu items: 1. Copy to Card This allows you to copy files stored in the internal memory to the SD card. Make sure you have inserted an SD card with available memory. Click OK. The camera will copy the files within a DCIM directory in the 100FSCAM file. If there is an existing photo file with the same name it will create another, in a numeric sequence (i.e. 101FSCAM). 2. Date/Time If you want to time stamp your photos, it is important to set the time first.
4-5 Transferring Pictures to Your Computer (PC Mode) In this mode, the user can set the PC connection mode. MASS STORAGE is for transferring files from the camera to a PC. PC CAMERA is for web conferencing. Both modes will ask for a USB cable to be connected. ● Mass Storage This digital camera has the ability to function like a card reader or removable hard drive. Mass Storage allows you to “see” your files on your camera. 1.
● PC Cam This digital camera can be used as a PC camera (webcam). 1. If you are running an operating system OTHER than Windows XP or 2000, please follow the steps of “Driver Installation” to complete the installation of the camera driver. 2. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 3. Press and hold the Mode Button and use the “Prev” or “Next” keys “Prev” and “Next” to move to the bottom icon . 4. Press the Flash/Set Button and you will see “Mass Storage” and “PC Cam” upon entering the menu screen.
5. Driver Installation 5-1 Installing the Camera Driver on a PC If you are using Windows XP or 2000, you should not install this driver. If you have installed This driver allows users of older operating systems like Windows 98SE use the "Mass Storage" and "PC Camera" functions of the camera. To install the proper camera driver, perform the following: 1. Insert the Software CD supplied by the package into the CD-ROM drive. 2. The Auto-run program will start and the welcome screen will appear.
6. Software Application Installation 6-1 NewSoft Application Installation (In case of MP38) This is for installation of the NewSoft Application Software. If you have other video editing or photo viewing software you would like to use, this step is optional. 1. Insert the Software CD supplied by the package into the CD-ROM drive. 2. The Auto-run program will start and the welcome screen will appear.
Appendix A: PictBridge Errors Type Paper Value Description 256 Paper related error (default) 257 Paper is empty 258 Load Error – paper not loaded correctly 259 Eject Error – paper not ejected correctly 260 Media Error – paper not detected, paper skewed, roll paper cannot cut or turn off 261 Paper jam 262 Paper nearly empty 263 Paper type / paper size combination not supported or paper found in printer does not match the request Ink 512 Ink related reason (default) 513 Ink empty 514
Appendix B: Specifications Lens: ME shutter + Iris. f=8.25mm Image Sensor: 5.13 Mega pixels CMOS sensor TFT LCD: 2” Focus: Fno: 3.0/8.0 Sensitivity: ISO 100 White Balance: Auto, Sunny, Tungsten, Fluorescent. Shutter Speed: 1/4 sec. ~ 1/2000 sec.
Appendix C: System Requirements The minimal PC system requirements for using this digital camera are as follows: (For Macintosh computers, only removable disk is applicable). OS CPU Memory CD-ROM HDD Others OS CPU Memory HDD Others PC System Requirement Microsoft Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Intel Pentium 166MHz or higher 32 MB memory or above 4X or above Minimum 10MB free disk space on the hard drive One standard USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 port Macintosh Computer Requirement Mac OS 8.6~9.2, Mac OS X 10.
