FCC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product. Warnings If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power off and remove the battery. Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase. If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power off and remove the battery. Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase. Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.
Cautions Insert the battery paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals. Inserting the battery with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking. Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes. This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight. Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact. This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak.
Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Use only the specified battery (3.7V). Avoid extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance.
CONTENTS 7 INTRODUCTION 27 MENU OPTIONS 7 7 Overview Package Contents 8 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA 27 30 31 32 Capture Menu Video Menu Playback Menu Setup Menu 8 Front View 9 Rear View 10 LCD Monitor Display 33 TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER 12 GETTING STARTED 34 USING THE CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA 12 Preparation 13 Charging the Battery 14 Initial Settings 16 CAPTURE MODE 16 Capturing Images 17 Taking Images When the Smile Feature Is On 18 Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology 19 R
INTRODUCTION Overview Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera. Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera. Equipped with a 10.0-megapixel CCD, this camera is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to 3648 x 2736 pixels.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 1. Flash 2. Power button 3. Status LED 4. Microphone 5. Lens 6. Self-timer LED 7.
Rear View a b c 1 d 2 3 e f 9 4 8 a 5 6 7 Item Function Capture Mode Video Mode 1. Shutter Button Record Button Voice memo Rec. 2. Mode Mode Mode 3. Menu Menu Menu 4. Compensation -- > Playback Mode Previous Image 5. Self-timer Off>2s>10s>10+2s Self-timer Off>2s>10s Delete 6. Set Display Set Display Set Display 7. Playback Playback 8. Flash Auto> > > Focus Auto> > > 9.
LCD Monitor Display Capture mode 1. Zoom status 2. Voice memo 3. Battery condition [ ] Full battery power [ ] Medium battery power [ ] Low battery power [ ] No battery power 4. Flash mode [Blank] Auto Flash [ ] Red-eye Reduction [ ] Pre-flash [ ] Forced Flash [ ] Flash Off 5. Storage media [ ] Internal memory (no card) [ ] SD/SDHC memory card 6. [ ] Histogram 7. Main focus area (When the shutter button is pressed halfway) 8. Image quality [ ] Fine [ ] Standard [ ] Economy 9.
Video mode [ ] 1 1. Zoom status 2. Flash mode 3. Battery condition 4. Storage media 5. Main focus area 6. Video quality 7. Video resolution 8. Available recording time/Elapsed time 9. Self-timer icon 10. Date and time 11. Focus setting 12. Mode icon Playback mode![ Playback mode![ 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 12 x4.0 11 6 7 00 0 0 : 21 2008 / 01 / 01 00 : 00 10 9 8 1 16 15 14 13 12 2 x a Shutter:Play A P1 3 4 1 / 38 4 F2.8 11 + 0.
GETTING STARTED Preparation 1. Attach the camera strap. 2. Open the battery/memory card cover. 3. Insert the supplied battery with correct orientation as shown. 4. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional). The camera has 32MB internal memory (28MB available for image storage), but you can load an SD/SDHC memory card to expand the camera’s memory capacity. Be sure to format the memory card with this camera before its initial usage. 5.
Charging the Battery Charge the battery fully with the supplied battery charger before use. 1. Insert the battery into the battery charger. 2. Connect the power cord to the charger and insert the plug into a wall outlet. The status LED on the charger lights red when charging has started and lights 2 green when charging is completed. The LED also lights green if no battery is inserted into the charger. Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of battery.
Initial Settings Setting the Date and Time The date/time needs to be set if and when: The camera is turned on for the first time. The camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the battery for an extended period of time. When the date and time information is not displayed on the LCD monitor, follow these steps to set the correct date and time. 1. 2. 3. 4. Toggle the button to [ ] or [ ]. Press the button. Select [Setup] with the f button.
Choosing the Language Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor. 1. 2. 3. 4. Toggle the button to [ ] or [ ]; or press the [ Press the button. Select [Setup] menu with the f button. Select [Language] with the c / d buttons and press the button. 5. Select the displayed language with the c / d buttons and press the button. The setting will be stored. ] button.
CAPTURE MODE Capturing Images Your camera is equipped with a 3.0" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. 1. Press the button to turn the power on. The status LED lights green and the camera is initiated. If the power is turned on in [ ] or [ ] mode, the lens will extend forward and it is ready for shooting. In both modes, if the camera mode is changed to [ ], the lens barrel will retract into the camera body after 30 seconds.
Taking Images When the Smile Feature Is On With the camera’s new “smile detection” function, this camera detects smiles so you do not miss those special moments in life. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Toggle the button to [ ]. Press the button. Select [Scene mode] with the c / d buttons, and press the button. Select [Smile Shot] with the c / d buttons, and press the button. Press the button to exit the menu mode, and the camera returns to preview display. Smile Detection ON 2008 / 01 / 01 00 : 00 f 00010 6.
Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology Face Detection Technology can identify and focus on the human faces in the image. This advanced function simultaneously detects up to 5 human faces regardless of their position in the scene. White frame Face detection function is on Green frame Focus lock Out of focus 1. Toggle the button to [ ]. 2. Toggle the button until [ ] icon appears on the LCD monitor.
Recording Voice Memos A voice memo can be recorded once for 30 seconds in the still image mode immediately following a still image capture. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Toggle the button to [ ]. Press the button, and select the [Function] menu with the f button. Select [Voice Memo] with the c / d buttons, and press the button. Select [On] with the c / d buttons, and press the button. Press the button to exit from the menu. An [ ] icon is displayed on the screen. 6.
VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 / 640 x 480 pixels. button to [ ]. 1. Toggle the 2. Compose the image. 3. Press the shutter button. The recording of the video clip will start. Pressing the shutter button one more time will end the recording of the video clip. The recording time depends on the storage size and the subject of the image to be recorded. The zoom function cannot be used during video recording.
PLAYBACK MODE Playing Back Still Images You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor. 1. Press the [ ] button. The last image appears on the screen. 2. The images can be displayed in forward or reverse sequence with the e / f buttons. To view the previous image, press the e button. To view the next image, press the f button. Pressing the c button during image! playback will result in a 90-degree clockwise rotation display. Slide the zoom lever to side enlarges the image.
Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view thumbnail images on the LCD monitor so you may search for a particular image/video clip/audio file. 1. Press the [ ] button. The last image appears on the screen. 2. Slide the zoom lever to side. 3 thumbnail images are displayed simultaneously. Press the c / d buttons to select the file to be displayed. Press the e / f buttons to go to the previous or the next page. 3. Press the button to exit from the thumbnail display.
Attaching Voice Memos A maximum of 30 seconds of audio can be recorded as a memo for captured still images. The voice memo can be recorded only once. 1. Press the [ ] button. The last image appears on the screen. 2. Select the image to which you want to attach the voice memo with the e / f buttons. 3. Press the button. 4. Select [Voice Memo] with the c / d buttons, and press the button. 5. Select [On] with the c / d buttons, and press the button. 6. Press the button to exit from the menu. 7.
Protecting Images Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. 1. Press the [ ] button. 2. Select the image that you want to protect with the e / f buttons. 3. Press the button. 4. Select [Protect] with the c / d buttons, and press the button. 5. Select [Single] or [All] with the c / d buttons, and press button. the 6. Select [Set] with the c / d buttons, and press the button. Protection is applied to the image and the camera returns to the playback mode.
DPOF Settings DPOF is the abbreviation for Digital Print Order Format, which allows you to embed printing information on your memory card. You can select the images to be printed and how many prints to make with the DPOF menu in the camera and insert the memory card to the card compatible printer. When the printer starts printing, it will read the embedded information on the memory card and print the specified images. 1. Press the [ ] button. 2.
Erasing Images Erasing single image / Erasing all images 1. Press the [ ] button. 2. Select the image you want to erase with the e / f buttons. 3. Press the button. 4. Select [Single] or [All] with the c / d buttons, and press the button. [Single]: Erases the selected image or the last image. [All]: Erases all of the images except for the protected images. 5. Select [Execute] with the c / d buttons, and press the button. To not erase, select [Cancel], and press the button.
MENU OPTIONS Capture Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. 1. Toggle the button to [ ]. 2. Press the button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] menu with the e / f buttons. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the button to enter its respective menu. 4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the button. 5. To exit from the menu, press the button.
Saturation This sets the saturation of the image that will be captured. * High / Normal / Low White Balance This sets the white balance for a variety of lighting conditions and permits images to be captured that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye. * [ Blank ] Auto *[ ] Incandescent *[ ] Fluorescent 1 *[ ] Fluorescent 2 *[ ] Daylight *[ ] Cloudy *[ ] Manual Manual WB This manually sets the white balance and stores it.
Capture Mode This sets the recording method at the time of capturing images. * [Blank] Single: Captures one image at a time. *[ ] Continuous: Permits continuous capture of up to 3 images. *[ ] AEB: Permits 3 consecutive images in the order of standard exposure, underexposure and overexposure compensation. *[ ] Burst:Permits continuous photography while pressing holding the shutter button. As long as you hold the shutter button pressed, images are captured until the memory capacity is exhausted.
Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. 1. Toggle the button to [ ]. 2. Press the button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] menu with the e / f buttons. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the button to enter its respective menu. 4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the button. 5. To exit from the menu, press the button. Size This sets the size of the video clip that will be captured.
Playback Menu In the [ ] mode, choose which settings are to be used for playback. 1. Press the [ ] button. 2. Press the button. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the button to enter its respective menu. 4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the button. 5. To exit from the menu, press the button. Fix Red Eyes Refer to section in this manual titled “Removing Red-eye” for further details.
Setup Menu Set your camera’s operating environment. 1. Toggle the button to [ ] or [ ]; or press the [ ] button. 2. Press the button, and select the [Setup] menu with the f button. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the button to enter its respective menu. 4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the button. 5. To exit from the menu, press the button. Beep This sets whether or not to mute the camera sound each time you press the camera's!buttons.
TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER System Requirement Windows Macintosh Pentium III 1GHz or equivalent Windows 2000/XP/Vista 512MB RAM 150MB available hard disk space CD-ROM drive Available USB port PowerPC G3/G4/G5 OS 9.0 or later 256MB RAM (512 MB recommended) 128MB available hard disk space CD-ROM drive Available USB port Downloading Your Files 1. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. 2.
USING THE CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference with business associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the camera for videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below: Microphone Sound card Speakers or headphones Network or Internet connection 1. After installing the PC camera driver (included on the CD-ROM) in your Windows operating system, restart your computer. 2.
EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION There are 3 types of software that are included on the CD-ROM: MediaImpression - manages your media for you, and gives you tons of fun and exciting ways to create and share projects featuring your photo, video, and music files. Create your own movies or photo slide shows, complete with soundtrack; edit, enhance, and add fun creative effects to your photos; and share your files easily through simple email attachments or popular photo printing and video sharing websites.
SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Image sensor 1/2.33” CCD sensor (10.0 megapixels) Image resolution 3648 x 2736, 2816 x 2112, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
APPENDIX Possible Number of Shots Possible number of shots (still image) The table shows the approximate shots that you can capture at each setting based on the capacity of the internal memory and the SD/SDHC memory card.
Troubleshooting Refer to the symptoms and solutions listed below before sending the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center. Symptom Cause Solutions / Corrective Actions The power does not come on. The battery is not inserted. Insert the battery correctly. The battery is exhausted. Recharge the battery. The battery runs out quickly. The battery is not fully charged. The battery is not used for an extended period of time after being charged.
Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer Read this section if the model you purchased is included with the PictBridge functions. If a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can be printed by connecting the digital still camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without using a computer. Connecting the camera to the printer 1. Connect one end of the USB cable to your camera. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on the printer. 3. Turn on your camera. 4.
3. If you select [Single] in the previous step, the figure shown on the right hand side will appear. Select the image that you want to print with the e / f buttons. Select the [Print Num] (up to 99) with the c / d buttons. After selecting the desired image and printing number, press the button to confirm. 4. Select [Exit] with the c / d buttons, and press the button. 5. Select [Print] with the c / d buttons, and press the button to start printing. 6.
Language WEEE explanation English "The mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE)." "The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any spent or discarded batteries as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems available" French "Le marquage est en conformité avec la directive 2002/96/EC du DEEE (dÈchets d’équipements électriques et électroniques)".