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 7 7 Overview Package Contents 8 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA 8 Front View 9 Rear View 10 LCD Monitor Display 12 GETTING STARTED 12 13 13 14 14 Preparation Turning the Power On/Off LED Indicators Choosing the Language Formatting the Memory Card or Internal Memory 15 Setting the Date and Time 16 CAPTURE MODE 16 16 17 18 19 Capturing Images Using the Zoom Function Setting Focus Setting the Scene Mode Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation) 20 VIDEO MODE 20 Recording Video Cli
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 8.0-megapixel sensor, this camera is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to 3264 x 2448 pixels.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View 2 3 4 1 5 7 1. Strap holder 2. Lens cover 3. Shutter button 4. Flash 5. Lens 6. Microphone 7.
Rear View 11 9 8 7 6 5 O K 10 4 1 2 3 1. Focus switch Normal mode Macro mode 2. USB connector 3. Tripod socket 4. Battery / memory card cover 5. OK OK button Digital Zoom button 6. T Down button MODE Mode button 7. X Right button Flash button Left button 8. W Self-timer button 9. S Up button MENU Menu button 10. LCD monitor 11.
LCD Monitor Display 1 Capture mode 1. Mode indication [ ] Auto Mode [ ] Sport Mode [ ] Night Mode [ ] Portrait Mode [ ] Landscape Mode [ ] Backlight Mode 2. Flash mode [ ] Auto Flash [ ] Forced Flash [ ] Red-eye reduction [ ] Flash Off 3. Battery condition [ ] Full battery power [ ] Medium battery power [ ] Low battery power [ ] No battery power 4. Storage media [ ] Internal memory (no card) [ ] SD/SDHC memory card 5. Image size resolution [8m]3264 x 2448 [5m]2560 x 1920 [2m]1600 x 1200 [VGA]640 x 480 6.
Video mode [S] 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Mode icon Available recording time Main focus area Battery condition Storage media Video resolution Exposure compensation Focus setting 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 4 3 59:59 5 8 VGA 6 +0.3 7 Playback mode![x]!-! Still image playback 2 1 2 Play mode Battery condition Storage media File number Folder number Protect icon DPOF icon 3 100-0001 7 Playback mode![x]!-!Video playback 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
GETTING STARTED Preparation 1. Attach the camera strap. 2. Open the battery/memory card cover. 3. Load the batteries with correct orientation as shown. 4. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional). The camera has 16MB internal memory (14MB available for image storage), but you can load an SD/SDHC memory card (SDHC memory card up to 4GB) to expand the camera’s memory capacity. Be sure to format the memory card with this camera before its initial usage. 5.
Turning the Power On/Off Load the batteries and insert an SD/SDHC memory card before starting. To turn the camera on, slide the lens cover open until it clicks, uncovering the lens. To turn the camera off, slide the lens cover closed until it clicks, covering the lens. ON OFF The power is turned off automatically when the camera has not been operated for a fixed period of time. To resume the operation condition, turn the power on again.
Choosing the Language Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor. 1. Press the c / MENU button. 2. Select [Setup] menu with the f button. 3. Select [Language] with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button. The Language setting screen will be displayed. 4. Select the displayed language with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button. The setting will be stored. Setup HZ Format Beep Language Auto Off Sys. Reset Light Freq. Next Menu On English 3 Min.
Setting the Date and Time Follow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time. 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. The camera mode is displayed. 2. Press the c / MENU button to enter [Setup] in any mode. 3. Select [Date/Time] with the c / d buttons, then press the OK button. The Date/Time setting screen will be displayed. 4. Select the item’s field with the e / f buttons and adjust the value for the date and time with the c / d buttons.
CAPTURE MODE Capturing Images Your camera is equipped with a 2.8" LTPS LCD monitor to help you compose images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. 2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main subject is within the focus frame. 3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. Using the Zoom Function This camera is equipped with 4x digital zoom.
Setting Focus Images can be captured by sliding the focus switch to set the focus modes: [ macro or [ ] normal mode. ] 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. 2. Slide the focus switch to your desired focus mode. 3. Compose your scene and press the shutter button. The table below will help you choose the appropriate focus mode: Focus mode Description Normal This mode is suitable for scenery and portrait shooting. Macro Select macro to capture close-up images.
Setting the Scene Mode You can select the scene mode according to the shooting scene. There are 6 available modes in this scene mode. [ ] Auto: Select this mode to adjust point-and-shoot action. [ ] Sport: Select this mode when you want to photograph fast-moving subjects. [ ] Night: Select this mode when you want to capture dark scenes such as night views. [ ] Portrait: Select this mode when you want to capture an image that makes the person stand out against a defocused (blurred) background.
Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation) You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the digital camera. Use this mode when the proper exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (different between light and dark) between the subject and the background is extremely large. The EV compensation value can be set in the range from -2.0EV to +2.0EV. 1. Press the c / MENU button. The [Capture] or [Video] menu is displayed. 2. Select [EV] with the c / d buttons, then press the OK button. 3.
VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of VGA (640 x 480) / QVGA (320 x 240) pixels. 1. Press the d / MODE button to set the camera 59:59 mode to [ ]. 2. Compose the image. 3. Press the shutter button. The recording of the video clip will start. Pressing the shutter button one more time VGA will end the recording of the video clip. +0.3 The recording time depends on the storage size and the subject of the image to be recorded.
Playing Back Video Clips You can play back recorded video clips on the camera. 1. Press the d / MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. The last image appears on the screen. 2. Select the desired video clip with the e / f buttons. 3. Press the OK button. A press of the f / e buttons during playback allows fast forward play / fast reverse play. To stop video playback, press the d button. This stops playback and returns to the start of the video clip.
PLAYBACK MODE Playing Back Still Images You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor. 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on 2.0X the camera. 2. Press the d / MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. The last image appears on the screen. 3. The images can be displayed in reverse or forward sequence with the e / f buttons. To view the previous image, press the e button. 100-0004 To view the next image, press the f button. 4. Press the OK / button to adjust the zoom ratio.
Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may search for a particular image. 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. 2. Press the d / MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. The last recorded image appears on the 6 A LCD monitor. 3. Press the c / MENU button. The playback menu is displayed. E 4. Select [Thumbnail] with the c / d buttons, then press the OK button.
Protecting Images Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. 1. Press the d / MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. 2. Select the image that you want to protect with the e / f buttons. 3. Press the c / MENU button. 4. Select [Protect] with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button. 5. Select [Single] or [All] with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button. 6. Select [Lock] with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button.
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 d / MODE button twice to enter [ ] Play Playback mode. 2.
Erasing Images Erasing single image / Erasing all images 1. Press the d / MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. The last image will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select the image you want to erase with the e / f buttons. 3. Press the c / MENU button. 4. Select [Delete] with the c / d buttons and press the OK button. 5. Select [Single] or [All] with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button. [Single]: Erases the selected image or the last image.
MENU OPTIONS Capture Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. Capture Size Quality Scene Mode EV Metering W. Balance 8M Fine Auto 0.0 Average Auto Capture Color Saturation Sharpness Preview Date Print Normal High Hard On On 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. 2. Press the c / MENU button. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button to enter its respective menu. 4.
Metering This sets the metering method for calculating the exposure. * [ o ] Average: The entire area of the screen is measured, and the exposure is calculated. * [ q ] Spot: A very small portion of the center of the screen is measured, and the exposure is calculated. W. 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.
Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. Video Size EV VGA 0.0 1. Press the d / MODE button to set the camera mode to [ w ]. 2. Press the c / MENU button. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button to enter its respective menu. 4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button. 5. To exit from the menu, press the e 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. Play Fix Red Eyes Delete Copy to Card Slide Show DPOF Protect Next Menu Next Menu Next Menu 3 sec. Next Menu Next Menu Play Thumbnail Next Menu 1. Press the d / MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. 2. Press the c / MENU button. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button to enter its respective menu. 4.
Setup Menu Set your camera’s operating environment. Setup HZ Format Beep Language Auto Off Sys. Reset Light Freq. Setup Next Menu On English 3 Min. Next Menu 50Hz 1. Press the c / MENU button. 2. Select the [Setup^ menu with the f button. 3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button to enter its respective menu. 4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button. 5. To exit from the menu, press the e button.
Sys. Reset This returns all basic settings to the camera’s default settings. * Cancel / Execute Light Freq. The function allows to change the light frequency of environment to 60Hz or 50Hz. * [60Hz]: The light frequency of environment is 60Hz. * [50Hz]: The light frequency of environment is 50Hz. Date/Time This sets the date and the time. Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details. LCD Bright. Select a brightness level for the LCD monitor.
TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER System Requirement Windows Macintosh Pentium III 800 or equivalent Windows 2000/XP/Vista 256MB RAM 512MB recommended 150MB available hard disk space CD-ROM drive Available USB port PowerPC G3/G4/G5 OS 9.0 or later 256MB RAM 512MB 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.
EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION MediaOne Gallery SE - makes it the easiest way to manage and share your digital life with family & friends. The intuitive thumbnail library automatically organizes, updates and sorts files for the most natural way to browse your multimedia collection. To install software: 1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the camera into your CD-ROM drive. The welcome screen appears. 2. Click the respective software name. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
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 Install the PC camera driver The PC-camera driver included in the CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows.
SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Image sensor 1/2.5” CMOS sensor Effective pixels 8.0 Mega pixels Image resolution 8M: 3264 x 2448, 5M: 2560 x 1920, 2M: 1600 x 1200, VGA: 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. Solutions / Corrective Symptom Cause Actions The power does not come on. The batteries are not loaded. Load the batteries correctly. The batteries are exhausted. Replace with a new set of batteries. Please use only rechargeable batteries. The batteries or cam- Long period of continuous use of the camera or the flash.
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.
3. If you select [Select] 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 OK button to confirm. 4. Select [Print] with the c / d buttons, and press the OK button to start printing.
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)".