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Contents 1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Setup 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ............................... Attach the Wrist Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Install the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turn on the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Choose the Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Set the Region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Set the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Install and Format a Memory Card (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Focusing the Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Obtaining Optimum Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Focus Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Optical Zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Digital Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Shooting Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Self-Timer Settings . . . .
5 Transferring and Printing Images . . . . . . . . . . 79 Transferring Images to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Printing Images Directly from the Camera . . . . . . 81 6 Using the Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Display Brightness . . . . . . . . . Camera Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . Live View at Power On . . . . . . Date & Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . USB Configuration . . . . . . . . . TV Configuration . . . . . . . . . . Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Phone Support in the United States and Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Phone Support in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Other Phone Support Worldwide. . . . . . . . . 142 A Managing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Top Points About Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Extending Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Precautions for Using Batteries . . . . . . Performance per Battery Type .
1 Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the HP Photosmart M417/M517 digital camera, and welcome to the world of digital photography! This manual explains camera features you can use to ensure great results while enjoying the photographic experience. Some of these features are: • HP adaptive lighting technology—Automatically bring out details lost in shadows. See page 51. • In-camera red-eye removal—Identify and remove red eyes from the subjects in still images that were taken with a flash.
To further enhance your experience, you can purchase an HP Photosmart M-series dock. The camera dock allows you to easily transfer images to a computer, send images to a printer, view images on a television, and recharge batteries in your camera. The dock also provides a convenient home for your camera. Setup To locate a part on your camera (such as a button or a light) while following the instructions in this section, see Camera Parts on page 19. 1.
2. Install the Batteries 1. Open the Battery/Memory card door on the side of the camera by sliding the door toward the bottom of the camera. 2. Insert the batteries as indicated inside the door. 3. Close the Battery/Memory card door by pushing the door down and sliding the door toward the top of the camera until the door latches. For the performance of Alkaline, Lithium, and NiMH batteries when used with this camera, see Performance per Battery Type on page 148.
3. Turn on the Camera Turn the camera on by sliding the and then releasing it. switch to the right The lens extends and the Power light to the left of the switch turns on solid green. The HP logo also displays on the Image Display as the camera powers up. 4. Choose the Language The first time you turn the camera on, you are prompted to choose a language. 1. Scroll to the language that you want by using the buttons on the Controller . 2. Press the button to select the highlighted language.
5. Set the Region After choosing a language, you are prompted to choose the continent where you live. The Language and Region settings determine the defaults for the date format and the format of the video signal for displaying camera images on a television (see TV Configuration on page 91). 1. Scroll to the region that you want by using the buttons on the Controller . 2. Press the button to select the highlighted region. 6.
5. Press the button when you have entered the proper values for the date and time. A confirmation screen appears, asking if the correct date and time have been button set. If the date and time are correct, press the to select Yes. If the date and time are incorrect, press the button to highlight No, and then press the button. The Date & Time screen appears again. Repeat steps 1 through 6 to set the correct date and time.
7. Install and Format a Memory Card (Optional) Your camera contains internal memory that allows you to store images and video clips. However, you can use a memory card (purchased separately) instead to store images and video clips. For more information about supported memory cards, see Storage on page 166. 1. Turn off the camera and open the Battery/Memory card door on the side of the camera. 2.
4. Press the button to highlight Yes, and then press the button to format the card. Formatting Card... appears in the Image Display while the camera is formatting the memory card. When the camera has completed the formatting, the Total Images Summary screen is displayed (see Total Images Summary Screen on page 62). To remove the memory card from the camera, first turn the camera off.
8. Install the Software The HP Image Zone software allows you to transfer images from the camera, and then view, edit, print, or e-mail them. It also allows you to configure the HP Instant Share Menu on the camera. NOTE: If you do not install the HP Image Zone software, you can still use the camera, but certain features will be affected. For details, see Using Your Camera without Installing the HP Image Zone Software on page 99.
3. When the HP Image Zone software has finished installing, re-enable the virus protection software you disabled in step 1. Macintosh The full version of the HP Image Zone software is always installed on Macintosh computers. 1. Close all programs and temporarily disable any virus protection software running on your computer. 2. Insert the HP Image Zone software CD into the CD drive of your computer. 3. Double-click the CD icon on the computer desktop. 4.
Camera Parts Refer to the pages in parentheses after the part names in the following tables for more information about those parts. Top of the Camera 1 2 # Name Description 1 Shutter button (pages 31, 33) • Focuses and takes a picture. • Records audio clips. 2 Video button (page 33) Starts and stops recording a video clip.
Back and Right Side of the Camera 15 14 13 12 16 17 1 2 3 11 10 4 5 9 8 7 6 # Name Description 1 Power light • Solid—Camera is on. • Blinking rapidly—Camera is shutting down due to lack of battery power. • Blinking slowly—Camera is charging the batteries using the optional HP AC power adapter. • Off—Camera is off. 2 20 (page 12) switch Turns the camera power on and off.
# Name Description 3 Zoom lever (page 38) • 4 Wrist strap mount (page 10) Allows you to attach a wrist strap to the camera. 5 Memory light • Blinking rapidly—Camera is writing to either the internal memory or an optional memory card that is installed. • Off—Camera is not writing to memory. 6 Battery/Memory card door (page 11) Allows access to insert and remove the batteries and an optional memory card.
# Name Description 9 Image Display (page 34) Allows you to frame pictures and video clips using Live View and review them afterward in Playback, and to view all the menus. 10 / HP Instant Share/ Print button (page 71) Turns the HP Instant Share Menu on and off on the Image Display. 11 Allows you to select between the Normal, Timer/Burst button (pages 44, Self-Timer, Self-Timer - 2 Shots, and Burst settings.
# Name Description 15 Viewfinder lights • Solid red—Video is recording. • AF solid green—When you press the Shutter button halfway down, this light turns on solid when the camera is ready to take a picture (auto exposure and auto focus are locked, and the flash is ready). Or, when you press the Shutter button all the way down to take a picture, this light turns on solid to indicate that auto exposure and auto focus were successful.
Front, Left Side, and Bottom of the Camera 12 7 3 6 4 5 # Name Description 1 Microphone (page 32) Records audio clips that are attached to still images and the audio portion of video clips. 2 Self-Timer/Video light (page 44) Blinks during the countdown before taking a picture or recording video when the camera is set to Self-Timer or Self-Timer 2 shots. Also turns on solid when recording video. 3 Flash (page 40) Provides additional light to improve picture-taking.
# Name Description 4 Power adapter connector Allows you to connect an optional HP AC power adapter to the camera to either operate the camera without batteries, or recharge NiMH rechargeable batteries in the camera. 5 USB connector (pages 79, 81) Allows you to connect a USB cable from the camera to a USB-enabled computer or any PictBridge-certified printer. 6 Camera dock connector (page 155) Allows you to connect the camera to the optional Photosmart M-series dock.
Camera Menus Your camera has five menus that, when accessed, appear in the Image Display on the back of the camera. To access the menus, press the button, then use the buttons to move to the menu you want. To select a menu option, use the buttons to highlight it, then press the button to display the menu option’s sub-menu and modify the settings. TIP: In the Capture and Setup Menus, you can modify settings by highlighting the menu option and using the buttons to change the setting.
The Playback Menu lets you remove red eye from images taken with a flash, rotate images, add audio, and delete images from the internal memory or optional memory card. For information about using this menu, see Using the Playback Menu on page 65. The HP Instant Share Menu lets you select images to be sent to printers, e-mail addresses, and other online services. For information about using this menu, see Using the HP Instant Share Menu on page 72.
The Help Menu provides helpful information and tips on topics such as battery life, camera buttons, recording audio, reviewing images you have taken, and other useful topics. Use this menu when you do not have your User’s Manual with you. Camera Status Screen A status screen appears for a few seconds in the Image Display any time you press the Flash , MODE, or Timer/Burst buttons either when you are in Playback or when a menu is displayed.
Restoring Previous Settings The flash, shooting mode, and timer/burst settings, as well as some of the Capture Menu settings that you set, reset to their default values after you turn the camera off. However, you can restore your settings from the last time the camera button while turning the was on by holding down the camera on. The icons for the restored settings are then displayed in the Live View screen. Viewing the On-Camera Demo This camera has a slideshow of its major features.
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2 Taking Pictures and Recording Video Clips Taking Still Pictures You can take a picture almost any time the camera is on, regardless of what is being shown on the Image Display. For example, if a menu is currently displayed when you press the Shutter button, the menu will be canceled, and the camera will take a picture. To take a still picture: 1. Frame the subject for your picture in the viewfinder. 2. Hold the camera steady and press the Shutter button on the top of the camera halfway down.
You can also use Playback to review the pictures you have taken. See Using Playback on page 59. Recording Audio with Still Pictures There are two ways to attach an audio clip to a still picture: • Record the audio while you are taking the picture, as explained in this section. You will not be able to use this method when using the Self-Timer or Burst settings. • Add an audio clip to the picture later, or replace the audio clip that was captured when the picture was taken.
Recording Video Clips NOTE: Zoom is not available while recording video clips. 1. Frame the subject for your video in the viewfinder. 2. To start recording video, press and release the Video button on the top of the camera. If Live icon, View is on, a video REC, a video counter, and a message instructing how to end the video appear on the Image viewfinder light on the back of the Display. The camera and the Self-Timer/Video light on the front of the camera turn on solid red. 3.
Using Live View The Image Display allows you to frame pictures and video clips using Live View. To activate Live View from the menus or when the Image Display is off, press the Live View button. To turn off Live View, press the Live View button again. TIP: Using Live View increases the rate of battery drain. To conserve battery power, use the viewfinder instead.
# Icon Description 3 12 Remaining pictures count (actual number depends on the current Image Quality setting and how much space remains in memory) 4 5MP 5 Image Quality setting (default is 5MP) Focus brackets (see the next section, Focusing the Camera) Focusing the Camera The focus brackets in the Live View screen show the focus region for the still picture you are taking or the video clip you are recording.
To focus the picture, release the Shutter button, re-frame the subject for your picture, and then press the Shutter button halfway down again. If the AF viewfinder light continues to blink green and the focus brackets continue to turn red after several tries, there may not be enough contrast or light in the focus region.
If there is not enough contrast or light in the focus region, try using a technique called Focus Lock to focus on a highercontrast or brighter object about the same distance away, and then, without releasing the Shutter button, point the camera at the subject you were originally trying to photograph (see the next section, Using Focus Lock). You can also simply turn on more light, if that is possible.
Using Zoom The more you zoom in on the subject of your picture, the more small movements of the camera are magnified. This is called camera shake. So, especially at full telephoto zoom (3x), you must hold the camera steady in order to take a picture that is not blurry.
2. Press Zoom In again and continue to press it until you reach the desired size in the Image Display. A yellow frame surrounds the area of the image that will be captured, and the image enlarges in the yellow frame. The resolution number on the right side of the screen also becomes smaller as you digitally zoom. For example, 4.3MP appears in place of 5MP, indicating that the image is being reduced to a size of 4.3 Megapixels. 3.
Setting the Flash The Flash button allows you to cycle through the flash settings on the camera. To change the flash setting, press the Flash button until the desired setting appears on the Image Display. The following table describes each of the flash settings on the camera. Setting Description Auto Flash The camera measures the light level and uses the flash if necessary.
If the flash setting is anything other than the default Auto Flash setting, the icon for the setting (in the previous table) will appear in the Live View screen. The new setting remains in effect until it is changed again or until the camera is turned off. The flash setting resets to the default Auto Flash setting when you turn the camera off. NOTE: The flash is not available with the Burst setting, Fast Shot shooting mode, nor while recording video clips.
Using the Shooting Modes Shooting modes are pre-defined camera settings that are optimized for taking still pictures of certain scene types to give you better results. In each shooting mode, the camera selects the best settings, such as the ISO speed, F-number (aperture), and shutter speed, optimizing them for the particular scene or situation. To change the shooting mode, press the MODE button on the back of the camera until the desired shooting mode appears on the Image Display.
Setting Description Action Use Action mode to capture sporting events, moving cars, or any scene where you want to stop the action. The camera uses fast shutter speeds and higher ISO speeds to stop motion. Portrait Use Portrait mode for pictures that have one or more people as their primary subject. The camera combines a smaller F-number to blur the background, with lower sharpness for a more natural effect.
Using the Self-Timer Settings 1. Secure the camera to a tripod or set it on a stable surface. 2. Press the Timer/Burst button until Self-Timer or Self-Timer - 2 Shots appears in the Image Display. The icon for the self-timer setting will appear in the Live View screen. 3. Frame the subject in either the viewfinder or in Live View. (See Using Live View on page 34.) 4. The next steps depend on whether you are capturing stills or video clips. For Still Pictures: a. Press the Shutter button halfway down.
For Video Clips: To start recording video, press the Video button and then release it. If Live View is on, a 10-second countdown appears on the Image Display. The Self-Timer/Video light on the front of the camera then blinks for 10 seconds before the camera starts recording the video. To stop recording the video clip, press the Video button again; otherwise, the video will continue recording until the camera runs out of memory.
Using the Burst Setting Burst allows you to take up to 4 still pictures as quickly as possible. The camera then continues taking burst pictures at a slower rate until you release the Shutter button or the camera runs out of memory. 1. Press the Timer/Burst button until Burst appears in the Image Display. 2. Frame the subject in either the viewfinder or in Live View. (See Using Live View on page 34.) 3. Press the Shutter button all the way down and hold it.
Using the Capture Menu The Capture Menu allows you to adjust various camera settings that affect the characteristics of the images and video clips you capture with your camera. 1. To display the Capture Menu, press the Live View button, and then press the button. If Live View is already on, simply press the button. 2. Use the buttons to scroll through the Capture Menu options. 3.
Help for the Menu Options Help... is the last option in each of the sub-menus within the Capture Menu. The Help... option provides information about that Capture Menu option and its settings. For example, if you press the button when Help... is highlighted in the White Balance sub-menu, the White Balance Help screen is displayed, as shown. Use the buttons to scroll through the Help screens. To exit the Help and return to the particular sub-menu within the Capture Menu, press the button.
The following table explains the Image Quality settings in more detail: Setting Description 5MP Best Images will be full resolution and have the lowest compression. This setting produces very high quality images, with greater color accuracy, but uses the most memory. This setting is recommended if you plan to print images to a size larger than 297 by 420 mm (11 by 17 in). 5MP Images will be full resolution and have medium compression.
The Image Quality setting not only affects the quality of the images but, as a result, also the number of images that can be stored either in the internal memory in the camera or on an optional memory card. For example, the 5MP Best setting results in the highest quality images, but consumes more storage space in memory than the next lower setting, 5MP.
Adaptive Lighting This setting balances the relationship between bright and dark areas in a picture, preserving gentle contrasts but reducing harsh contrasts. Dark areas in the picture are lightened, while brighter areas are left alone.
1. In the Capture Menu (page 47), select Adaptive Lighting. 2. In the Adaptive Lighting submenu, use the buttons to highlight a setting. 3. Press the button to save the setting and return to the Capture Menu. The following table explains the settings in more detail: Setting Description Off The camera will process the image as normal. This is the default setting. On The camera will gently brighten the dark regions of the image without changing brightly lit areas.
Color This setting allows you to control the color in which your images will be captured. For example, when you set Color to Sepia, your images will be captured in brown colors to make them look aged or old-fashioned. NOTE: After you have taken a picture using either the Black & White or Sepia setting, the image cannot be adjusted back to Full Color later. 1. In the Capture Menu (page 47), select Color. 2. In the Color sub-menu, use the buttons to highlight a setting.
After you have taken a picture using either the Date Only or Date & Time setting, the date or date and time that is imprinted on the image cannot be removed later. TIP: Verify that the date and time setting is correct before using this feature (see Date & Time on page 89). 1. In the Capture Menu (page 47), select Date & Time Imprint. 2. In the Date & Time Imprint submenu, use the buttons to highlight a setting. 3. Press the button to save the setting and return to the Capture Menu.
EV Compensation In difficult lighting conditions, you can use EV (Exposure Value) Compensation to override the automatic exposure setting that the camera makes. EV Compensation is useful in scenes that contain many light objects (like a white object against a light background) or many dark objects (like a black object against a dark background). Scenes containing many light objects or many dark objects could turn out gray without the use of EV Compensation.
White Balance Different kinds of lighting conditions cast different colors. For example, sunlight is more blue, while indoor tungsten light is more yellow. Scenes dominated by a single color may require an adjustment of the white balance setting to help the camera reproduce colors more accurately and ensure that whites appear white in the final image. You can also adjust the white balance to produce creative effects. For example, using the Sun setting can produce a warmer look to the image. 1.
Setting Tungsten Description The camera balances color based on incandescent or halogen lighting (typically found in homes). Fluorescent The camera balances color based on fluorescent lighting. If the setting is anything other than the default Auto setting, the icon for the setting (in the previous table) will appear in the Live View screen. The new setting remains in effect until it is changed again or until the camera is turned off.
1. In the Capture Menu (page 47), select ISO Speed. 2. In the ISO Speed sub-menu, use the buttons to highlight a setting. 3. Press the button to save the setting and return to the Capture Menu. If the setting is anything other than the default Auto setting, the icon for the setting (as shown in the ISO Speed sub-menu) will appear in the Live View screen. The new setting remains in effect until it is changed again or until the camera is turned off.
3 Reviewing Images and Video Clips You can use Playback to review the images and video clips stored in your camera. When reviewing images in Playback, you can use the Zoom lever to view thumbnails of images, or to magnify images so you can take a closer look at them on the camera. See Viewing Thumbnails on page 63 and Magnifying Images on page 64. In addition, the Playback Menu allows you to delete images or video clips, record audio to attach to still images, remove red eyes, and rotate images.
You only see the first frame of each video clip, which is indicated by the video icon. Video clips play automatically after the first frame of the video clip has displayed for 2 seconds. 3. To turn off the Image Display after reviewing your images and video clips, press the Playback button again. NOTE: To hear audio clips that have been attached to your still images, transfer them to your computer and use the HP Image Zone software.
# Icon Description 1 Displays when battery reaches low power state (see Power Indicators on page 150). 2 Displays only when an optional memory card is installed in the camera. 3 Displays for the first few seconds when you enter Playback to indicate that you can scroll through the images or video clips using the buttons. 4 3 Indicates this image has been selected to be sent to 3 destinations using HP Instant Share (see Using HP Instant Share on page 71).
Total Images Summary Screen When you press the button while viewing the last image, the Total Images Summary screen appears showing the number of pictures taken, and the number of pictures remaining. Counters indicating the total number of images selected for and for printing are shown in the HP Instant Share upper left-hand corner of the screen.
Viewing Thumbnails Thumbnail view allows you to view the still images you have taken and the first frames of the video clips you have recorded, arranged in a matrix of nine thumbnail images and video clip frames per screen. 1. While in Playback (page 59), press Thumbnails (same as Zoom Out ) on the Zoom lever. A Thumbnail view of up to nine images and video clip frames appears on the Image Display. A yellow border surrounds the current image or video clip frame. 2.
Magnifying Images This feature is for viewing purposes only; it does not permanently alter the image. 1. While in Playback (page 59), press Magnify (same as Zoom In on the Zoom lever). The currently displayed image is automatically magnified 2x. The center portion of the magnified image is displayed along with four arrows, which indicate that you can pan around the magnified image. 2. Use the and buttons to pan around the magnified image. 3.
Using the Playback Menu The Playback Menu allows you to view and delete still images or video clips, undelete images, and format the camera's internal memory or optional memory card. Additionally, you can remove red eyes from the subjects in still images taken with a flash, manipulate still images by rotating them, and attach audio clips to still images. 1. To display the Playback Menu, press the button while you are in Playback.
The following table summarizes the Playback Menu options. 1 2 3 4 5 # 1 Icon Description Delete—Presents a sub-menu where you can delete the current image or video clip, delete all images and video clips, format the internal memory or an optional memory card, and undelete the last deleted image. (See Delete on page 67.) 2 Remove Red Eyes—Corrects the red effect which appears in the eyes of human subjects in still images taken with a flash. (See Remove Red Eyes on page 68.
Delete In the Playback Menu (page 65), when you select Delete, the Delete sub-menu displays. Use the buttons to highlight an option, then press the button to select it. The Delete sub-menu provides the following options: • Cancel—Returns you to the Playback Menu without deleting the currently displayed image or video clip. • This Image—Deletes the currently displayed image or video clip.
NOTE: With the Undelete Last option, you can recover only the most recent delete operation. When you proceed to another operation, for example, powering off the camera or taking another picture, the last delete operation you performed becomes permanent, and the camera can no longer recover the image or images you last deleted.
Rotate In the Playback Menu (page 65), when you select Rotate, the camera displays a sub-menu that allows you to rotate the image in 90-degree increments. 1. In the Playback Menu, select Rotate. 2. Use the buttons to rotate the image clockwise or counter-clockwise. The image rotates in the Image Display. 3. After you have rotated the image to the desired button to exit the Rotate orientation, press the sub-menu and save the new image. NOTE: This menu option is not available for video clips.
• Record New Clip—Begins to record audio, replacing the previous audio clip. • Delete Clip—Deletes the current audio clip and returns to the Playback Menu. TIP: To hear audio clips that have been attached to your still images, transfer them to your computer and use the HP Image Zone software. If you have an optional HP Photosmart M-series dock, you can review the audio clips by connecting the camera to a TV via the camera dock. To do this, see the dock User’s Manual for instructions.
4 Using HP Instant Share This camera has an exciting feature called HP Instant Share. With it, you can easily select still images in your camera to be automatically sent to a variety of destinations or to a printer the next time you connect the camera to your computer or printer. You can also customize the HP Instant Share Menu to include e-mail addresses (including group distribution lists), online albums, or other online services that you specify.
Using the HP Instant Share Menu The default HP Instant Share Menu lets you select images for printing automatically the next time you connect your camera to your computer or printer. You can add destinations such as e-mail addresses (including group distribution lists), online albums, or other online services to the HP Instant Share menu option Menu through the HP Instant Share Setup... (see Setting Up Online Destinations in the Camera on page 74). 1.
The following table describes each of the default HP Instant Share Menu options. 1 2 3 4 # Icon Description 1 Print 1 copy of the currently displayed image when connected to a computer or printer. (See Sending Images to Destinations on page 76). 2 Print 2 copies of the currently displayed image. 3 HP Instant Share Setup... allows you to add e-mail and other HP Instant Share destinations to the HP Instant Share Menu. See Setting Up Online Destinations in the Camera on page 74.
Setting Up Online Destinations in the Camera You can set up a maximum of 32 HP Instant Share destinations (such as individual e-mail addresses or group distribution lists) in the HP Instant Share Menu. NOTE: You will need an Internet connection to complete this procedure. NOTE: If you have a memory card in the camera, make sure the memory card is not locked and has some free space on it. 1. Make sure that the full version of the HP Image Zone software is installed on your computer (see pages 17 and 96). 2.
Another way to connect the camera to the computer is with the optional HP Photosmart M-series dock—simply put the camera in the dock and press the Save/Print button on the dock. 5. The next step is slightly different on a Windows and Macintosh computer: • Windows: Connecting the camera to the computer activates the HP Instant Share Setup program. If some other dialog box appears in addition, close that dialog box by clicking Cancel.
Sending Images to Destinations You can send one or more still images to any number of HP Instant Share destinations. You cannot send video clips. 1. Turn on the camera, and then press the HP Instant Share/ / button to display the HP Instant Share Print Menu . 2. Use the buttons to highlight the first destination to which you want to send one or more images. 3. Use the buttons to scroll to a still image that you want to send to the selected destination. 4.
8. Connect the camera to your computer as explained in Transferring Images to a Computer on page 79. The images will be sent automatically to their respective HP Instant Share destinations. • Images that were selected to be sent to e-mail destinations are not e-mailed as attachments. Rather, the images are uploaded to a secure HP website, and a message is sent to each e-mail address.
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5 Transferring and Printing Images Transferring Images to a Computer TIP: You can also perform this task using either a memory card reader (see Using a Memory Card Reader on page 100) or the optional HP Photosmart M-series dock (see the dock User’s Manual). 1. Confirm the following: • Either the HP Image Zone software or HP Image Zone Express is installed on your computer (see Install the Software on page 17).
2. Your camera came with a special USB cable for connecting the camera to a computer. Connect the larger end of that USB cable to the computer. 3. Open the door on the side of the camera and connect the smaller end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the camera. 4. Turn on the camera. • On Windows: The HP Image Transfer software provides the download functionality. In the Transfer Images from Camera/Card screen, click Start Transfer.
Printing Images Directly from the Camera You can connect the camera directly to any PictBridge-certified printer to print images. To determine if your printer is PictBridge-certified, look for the PictBridge logo on your printer. 1. Check that the printer is turned on. There should be no blinking lights on the printer or error messages displayed about the printer. Load paper into the printer, if needed. 2. Connect your camera to the printer. a.
4. When the camera is connected to the printer, a Print Setup menu displays on the camera. If you already selected images to print using the camera HP Instant Share Menu, the number of images selected is shown. Otherwise, Images: ALL is displayed. There is a print preview in the lower right-hand corner of the Print Setup screen showing the page layout that will be used for printing images. This print preview updates as you change the settings for the Print Size and Paper Size.
TIP: In addition to the method described in this section, you can print images directly from the camera using one of the following methods: • If you have an optional memory card that has images stored on it that you want to print, and your printer has a memory card slot, remove the optional memory card from the camera and insert it into the printer’s memory card slot. See your printer’s manual for specific instructions.
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6 Using the Setup Menu The Setup Menu allows you to adjust a number of camera settings, such as the camera sounds, date and time, and the configuration of the USB or TV connection. 1. To display the Setup Menu, first display any other menu (see Camera Menus on page 26) and then use the buttons to move to the menu tab for the Setup Menu . 2. Use the buttons to scroll through the Setup Menu options. 3.
Display Brightness This setting allows you to adjust the brightness of the Image Display for the viewing conditions. You can use this setting to increase the brightness for harsh lighting environments, or reduce the brightness to extend battery life. The default Display Brightness setting is Medium. 1. In the Setup Menu (page 85), select Display Brightness. 2. In the Display Brightness submenu, highlight the brightness level you prefer for the Image Display.
Camera Sounds Camera sounds are the sounds that the camera makes when you turn it on, press a button, or take a picture. Camera sounds are not the audio sounds recorded with images or video clips. The default Camera Sounds setting is On. 1. In the Setup Menu (page 85), select Camera Sounds. 2. In the Camera Sounds sub-menu, highlight Off or On. 3. Press the button to save the setting and return to the Setup Menu. The new setting remains in effect until it is changed again, even when you turn the camera off.
Live View at Power On This setting allows you to have the camera automatically display Live View every time you turn the camera on, or to have the Image Display turned off every time you turn the camera on. The default Live View at Power On setting is Live View On. TIP: Setting Live View at Power On to Live View Off can save battery power. 1. In the Setup Menu (page 85), select Live View Setup. 2. In the Live View at Power On submenu, highlight Live View On or Live View Off. 3.
Date & Time This setting allows you to set the date/time format, as well as the current date and time for the camera. This is usually done when you first set up the camera; however, you may need to reset the date and time when you are traveling to different time zones, after the camera has been without power for an extended time, or if the date or time is incorrect. The date/time format chosen will be used to display the date information in Playback.
USB Configuration This setting determines how the camera is recognized when connected to a computer. 1. In the Setup Menu (page 85), select USB. 2. In the USB Configuration sub-menu, highlight one of these two choices: • Digital Camera—Causes the computer to recognize the camera as a digital camera using the Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) standard. This is the default setting on the camera.
TV Configuration This setting allows you to set the format of the video signal for displaying camera images on a television (TV) that is connected to the camera with an optional HP Photosmart M-series camera dock. The default TV Configuration setting depends on the language and region that you selected when you turned on the camera for the first time. 1. In the Setup Menu (page 85), select TV Configuration. 2.
Language This setting allows you to set the language used in the camera interface, such as the text in menus. 1. In the Setup Menu (page 85), select . 2. In the Language sub-menu, use and buttons to the highlight the language you want to use. 3. Press the button to save the setting and return to the Setup Menu. The new setting remains in effect until it is changed again, even when you turn the camera off.
Move Images to Card This option allows you to move images from the internal memory to an optional memory card that you have installed (see Install and Format a Memory Card (Optional) on page 15). This option is available in the Setup Menu if an optional memory card is installed in the camera and the internal memory contains at least one image. 1. In the Setup Menu (page 85), highlight Move Images to Card... and press the button. 2. A confirmation screen appears in the Image Display.
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7 Troubleshooting and Support This chapter contains information on the following topics: • Resetting the camera (page 96) • HP Image Zone software, including system requirements and HP Image Zone Express (page 96) • Using the camera without installing the HP Image Zone software (page 99) • Possible problems, causes, and solutions (page 105) • Error messages on the camera (page 120) • Error messages on the computer (page 134) • Getting assistance from HP, including web and phone support (page 136) NOTE: For
Resetting the Camera If your camera does not respond when you press any buttons, try resetting the camera as follows: 1. Turn off the camera. 2. If you have an optional memory card installed, remove it. (Although removing an optional memory card is not necessary for performing the reset, it eliminates the memory card as a possible cause of the problem.) 3. Remove all power (batteries and AC power) from the camera for at least 5 seconds. 4.
If your computer uses the Windows operating system, the HP Image Zone software installation process (see Install the Software on page 17) automatically installs either the full version of the HP Image Zone software, the HP Image Zone Express version, or no HP Image Zone software. This depends on your computer’s system configuration, as explained in the next section. HP Image Zone Express lacks some features contained in the full version of HP Image Zone. See HP Image Zone Express (Windows Only) on page 98.
• If your computer has less than 64MB of RAM, you cannot install the HP Image Zone software. You can still use your camera, but you will not be able to use the HP Instant Share feature on the camera. See Using Your Camera without Installing the HP Image Zone Software on page 99. HP Image Zone Express (Windows Only) HP Image Zone Express allows you to transfer images from your camera to your computer.
Using Your Camera without Installing the HP Image Zone Software If you do not, or cannot, install the HP Image Zone software (neither the full version nor HP Image Zone Express), you can still use your camera to take pictures and video clips. However, some of the things you can do with the camera will be affected: • The HP Instant Share feature depends on the HP Image Zone software. So, if the software is not installed on your computer, you will not be able to use the HP Instant Share feature on the camera.
Transferring Images to a Computer without HP Image Zone Software NOTE: If you have a Windows Me, 2000, or XP system, or a Mac OS X system, you do not need to read this section. Simply connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable, and the operating system will launch a program to help you transfer images.
3. A screen appears that shows a list of disk drives under My Computer. The memory card shows up as a removable disk drive. Click on the + sign just to the left of the removable disk. 4. Two directories (folders) appear under the removable disk. Click on the + sign next to the folder called DCIM, and a subdirectory should appear. When you click on the subdirectory under DCIM, the list of your images should appear on the right side of the Explorer screen. 5.
10. When you have verified that the images were successfully transferred from the memory card to your computer, put the card back into your camera. To free up space on the card, you can either delete the images or format the card (under the Delete option in the Playback Menu in the camera). NOTE: It is recommended that you format the card rather than delete the images, because it will help prevent corrupted images or cards. Transferring Images to a Macintosh Computer Using a Memory Card Reader 1.
• If no application launches automatically, or if you want to copy the images manually, look on the desktop for a disk drive icon which represents the memory card, then copy the images from there to your local hard drive. For more information about how to copy files, visit Mac help, the help system included with your computer.
3. At this point, the process for transferring images is the same as described in the section Using a Memory Card Reader on page 100. On Windows computers, the camera will appear as a removable disk in the Windows Explorer screen. On Macintosh computers, either the Image Capture or iPhoto application will launch automatically. 4. When you have finished transferring images from the camera to the computer, simply disconnect the camera from the computer.
Problems and Solutions Problem Possible Cause Solution The camera does not turn on. The batteries either are functioning incorrectly, are overdischarged, are installed incorrectly, are missing, or are the wrong type. • The charge in the batteries could be low or completely drained. Try installing new or recharged batteries. • Ensure that the batteries are installed correctly (see page 11). • Do not use ordinary Alkaline batteries.
Problem Possible Cause Solution The camera does not turn on (continued). The optional memory card is not a supported card or is corrupted. Ensure that the memory card is the proper type for your camera (see page 166). If the card is the proper type, remove the memory card and see if you can turn on the camera. If you can turn on the camera with the memory card removed, then the card is probably corrupted. Replace the memory card.
Problem Possible Cause Solution I have to replace or recharge the batteries frequently (continued). The NiMH batteries you are using were recharged incorrectly, or have drained on their own because they have not been used lately. NiMH batteries are not fully charged when new, and they discharge over time whether or not they are installed in a camera. Batteries that are new or have not been charged recently must be recharged to reach full capacity (see page 151).
Problem Possible Cause Solution The camera batteries will not charge (continued). Battery voltage is too low for charging to start. The camera will not attempt to charge NiMH batteries that may be damaged or overdischarged. Remove the batteries from the camera and charge them in the optional HP Photosmart Quick Recharger for M-series cameras (purchased separately), then try them in the camera again. If this does not work, it is likely that one or both of the batteries are defective.
Problem Possible Cause Solution The camera does not respond when I press a button. Turn on the camera, or turn it The camera is turned off or has off and then on again. shut down. The camera is connected to a computer. Most of the camera buttons do not respond when the camera is connected to a computer. If they respond, it is only to turn on the Image Display if it is off, or, in some cases, turn off the Image Display if it is on. The camera is processing an image.
Problem Possible Cause Solution A long delay occurs between pressing the Shutter button and the camera taking a picture. The camera needs time to lock focus and exposure. Use Focus Lock (see page 37). The scene is dark and the camera is taking a long exposure. • Use the flash. The camera is using a flash setting with redeye reduction. It will take longer to take a picture with red-eye reduction. The shutter is delayed because of the additional flashes.
Problem Possible Cause Solution The camera does not take a picture when I press the Shutter button (continued). The flash is recharging. Wait until the flash has recharged before taking another picture. The camera is set to the Macro shooting mode and cannot take a picture until it finds focus. • Re-focus the camera (try using Focus Lock; see page 37). • Make sure the subject of the picture is within the Macro (close-up) range (see page 42). The camera is still saving the last picture you took.
Problem Possible Cause My image is blurry (continued). The subject was Set the camera to the Macro close-up and the shooting mode and try camera should taking the picture again (see have been set to page 42). the Macro shooting mode. My image is too bright. 112 Solution You moved the camera while you took the picture. Hold the camera steady as you press the Shutter button, or use a tripod.
Problem Possible Cause Solution My image is too bright (continued). A natural or artificial source other than the flash provided too much light. • Try taking the picture from a different angle. • Avoid pointing the camera directly toward a bright light or reflective surface on a sunny day. • Decrease the EV Compensation (see page 55). The scene had many darkcolored objects, such as a black object against a dark background. Decrease the EV Compensation (see page 55).
Problem Possible Cause Solution My image is too dark. There was not enough light. • Wait for natural lighting conditions to improve. • Add indirect lighting. • Use the flash (see page 40). • Increase the EV Compensation (see page 55). • Use Adaptive Lighting (see page 51). The flash was on, but the subject was too far away. Make sure your subject is within the flash working range (see page 164).
Problem Possible Cause Solution My image is too dark (continued). The scene had many lightcolored objects, such as a white object against a light background. Increase the EV Compensation (see page 55). My image is grainy. The camera was too warm when the picture was taken. The camera may have been on for a long time or had been stored in a hot location. This effect, which can happen on all digital cameras, is probably not noticeable in most images. The effect will diminish as the camera cools.
Problem Possible Cause Solution My image is grainy (continued). There was not enough light. • Wait for natural lighting conditions to improve. • Add indirect lighting. • Use the flash (see page 40). Some menu options are grayed out in the Playback Menu. The menu option is not available for the image. This is normal behavior. For example, if a video clip is selected, you cannot rotate it. Or, if a still image taken without a flash is selected, you cannot remove red eye.
Problem Possible Cause The camera responds very sluggishly when trying to review images. A slow optional See pages 166 and 169 for tips about memory cards. memory card that is installed or too many images on the card can affect actions like scrolling through images, magnifying, deleting, etc. The camera gets warm (or even hot) to the touch. Solution The camera may be processing an image. Wait until the Memory light turns off, indicating that the camera has finished processing.
Problem Possible Cause Solution My camera stalls when establishing a connection to the computer. The USB cable is not inserted far enough into the camera or computer. Ensure that the USB cable is properly connected to the camera and computer. If that does not fix the problem, try connecting the USB cable to another USB port on the computer. The camera may have experienced a transient problem. • Turn the camera off, then on again. If that does not fix the problem, reset the camera (see page 96).
Problem Possible Cause Solution I receive an error message when transferring images to my computer. A power surge or electrostatic discharge may have interrupted the transfer. Close the HP Image Zone Transfer software, disconnect the camera from the computer (or remove it from the camera dock), and reset the camera (see page 96). Then, restart the image transfer process (see page 79). I am having a problem installing or using the HP Image Zone software. Refer to the HP Customer Support website: www.
Error Messages on the Camera Message Possible Cause Solution BATTERIES DEPLETED. Battery power is too low to continue operation. Replace or recharge the batteries, or use an optional HP AC power adapter. Batteries are nonrechargeable. The batteries are Verify that there are not rechargeable. rechargeable batteries in the camera, then retry charging the batteries a couple of times. If that fails, purchase new batteries and try again. Batteries cannot be charged.
Message Possible Cause Solution BATTERIES LOW. Alkaline or Lithium batteries are installed, and they are now low. Purchase new batteries and try again. For best battery life, use Lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries. UNSUPPORTED CARD The optional memory card that is installed in the memory slot is not a supported memory card. Ensure that the memory card is the proper type for your camera (see page 166).
Message Possible Cause Solution Unable to Format Try Again The optional memory card that is installed is corrupted. Replace the memory card, or if you have a memory card reader, try formatting the card on your computer. See your card reader documentation for instructions. The card is locked. Please remove the card from your camera. When trying to configure your HP Instant Share Menu, the optional memory card that is installed is locked.
Message Possible Cause Solution Memory too full to record audio. or Card too full to record audio. There is insufficient room to record more than 3 seconds of audio. Transfer images, video clips, and/or audio files from the camera to your computer (see page 79), then delete all files in internal memory or on the memory card (see page 67). Or replace the card with a new one. Memory full. Camera cannot save Share selections. or Card full. Camera cannot save Share selections.
Message Possible Cause Solution Insufficient space on card to save updated image. or Insufficient space in memory to save updated image. There is insufficient room in internal memory or on the optional memory card to save the image after redeye removal. Transfer images from the camera to your computer (see page 79), then delete all images in internal memory or on the memory card (see page 67). Then remove red eyes from the image using the HP Image Zone software. The image is too large to magnify.
Message Possible Cause Solution CARD IS UNREADABLE The camera is having trouble reading the optional memory card that is installed. The card may be corrupted or an unsupported type. • Try turning the camera off and then back on. • Ensure that the memory card is the proper type for your camera (see page 166). If the memory card is the proper type, try reformatting the card using the Format option in the Delete sub-menu of the Playback Menu (see page 67). If it will not format, it is probably corrupted.
Message Possible Cause Solution FOCUS TOO FAR The focus distance is beyond where the camera can focus in the Macro shooting mode. • Select a shooting mode other than Macro (see page 42). • Move closer to the subject, within the range of the Macro shooting mode (see page 42). FOCUS TOO CLOSE The focus distance is closer than the camera can focus in the Macro shooting mode. Move farther away from the subject, within Macro range (see page 42).
Message Possible Cause Solution NOT ENOUGH LIGHT FOR FAST SHOT The light is low and the image is likely to be noisy due to the small aperture setting used in Fast Shot mode. Add light to the scene. (Flash is set to Flash Off in Fast Shot mode.) The light is low and the image is likely to be blurry due to the long exposure required. Use the flash (see page 40), set the camera on a stable surface, or use a tripod.
Message Possible Cause Solution Cannot display image. The image was taken with another camera, or the image file was corrupted when the camera was shut down improperly. • The image may still be okay. Transfer the image to your computer (see page 79) and try opening it with the HP Image Zone software. • Do not remove the memory card when the camera is turned on. No devices are connected to camera dock.
Message Possible Cause Solution Cannot print video You have clips. selected Print 1 copy or Print 2 copies in the HP Instant Share Menu and have scrolled to a video clip. Video clips cannot be printed from the camera. If your printer supports printing video clips, transfer the video clip to your computer (see page 79) and print the clip from your computer. The camera may have a experienced a transient problem. Turn the camera off and then on again.
Message Possible Cause Solution There is no Unable to communicate with connection between the printer camera and printer. • Check that the printer is turned on and has no errors. • Make sure the cable is connected between the printer and the camera or the optional HP Photosmart M-series dock. If that does not work, turn off the camera and disconnect it from the USB cable. Turn the printer off and then on again. Reconnect the camera and turn it on. Printer top cover is The printer is open open.
Message Possible Cause Solution Unable to print. Error reading image file. The printer is unable to read the file that was trying to print. The file may be corrupted. Try printing again. If that does not work, try printing from the computer. Printer has a paper jam or The print carriage has stalled Paper has jammed in the printer or the printer carriage has stalled. Turn off the printer. Completely clear the paper jam, then turn the printer back on.
Message Possible Cause Solution Selected print size is larger than selected paper size. Print size is too large for the paper size. Press the button on the camera to return to the Print Setup screen and select a print size that matches the paper size. Or, select a larger paper size and load larger paper into the printer. Realign paper and try Paper is not Paper is not loaded correctly in aligned correctly printing again. in the paper tray. the printer.
Message Possible Cause Solution Printer is out of ink. The printer has run out of ink. Replace the ink cartridge. Printing canceled The print job has been canceled. button on Press the the camera to return to the Print Setup screen. Complete the print request again.
Error Messages on the Computer Message Possible Cause Solution Cannot Connect To Product The computer needs to access files in memory during HP Instant Share setup. But either the internal memory is full, or if an optional memory card is installed, the card is full. If internal memory or the optional memory card is full, transfer the images to a computer (see page 79) and then delete the images from the camera to free-up space (see page 67). The camera is turned off. Turn on the camera.
Message Possible Cause Solution Cannot Connect To Product (continued) The camera is set to the Digital Camera setting in the USB Configuration submenu of the Setup Menu, but the computer cannot recognize the camera as a digital camera. Change the USB Configuration setting to Disk Drive in the Setup Menu (see page 90.) This allows the camera to appear as another disk drive on the computer so that you can easily copy the image files from the camera to the computer hard drive.
Message Possible Cause Solution Could Not Send To Service The computer is not connected to the Internet. Make sure your computer is online. Communication Problem Other HP Instant Share software is running with exclusive access to your camera. Close the other HP Instant Share program. Getting Assistance This section contains support information for your digital camera, including support website information, an explanation of the support process, and support phone numbers.
Support Process The HP support process works most effectively if you perform the following steps in the order specified: 1. Review the troubleshooting section of this User’s Manual (see Problems and Solutions on page 105). 2. Access the HP Customer Care website for support. If you have access to the Internet, you can obtain a wide range of information about your digital camera. Visit the HP website for product help, drivers, and software updates at www.hp.
5. Contact HP Customer Care for support by phone. Please consult the following website to check the details and conditions of phone support in your country/region: www.hp.com/support. As a part of HP’s continuing efforts to improve phone support information services, we advise you to check the HP website on a regular basis for new information regarding service features and delivery. If you cannot solve the problem using the above options, call HP while you are in front of your computer and digital camera.
Phone Support in the United States and Canada Support is available both during and after the warranty period. Within the period of your warranty, telephone support is provided free of charge. Call 1-(800)-474-6836 (1-800-HP invent). HP Total Care phone support is available 24x7 in English (US and Canada), Spanish (US only), and French (Canada only). (Days and hours of support may change without notice.) After the warranty period, call 1-(800)-474-6836 (1-800-HP invent).
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Russian Federation +7 095 7973520 (Moscow) +7 812 3467997 (St. Petersburg) Saudi Arabia 800 897 1444 (in-country toll-free) Slovakia +421 2 50222444 South Africa 086 0001030 (Republic of South Africa) +27 11 2589301 (international number) Spain 902 010 059 Sweden +46 (0)77 120 4765 Switzerland 0848 672 672 (German, French, Italian— Peak time 0.08 CHF/Outside peak 0.
Other Phone Support Worldwide HP Customer Care phone numbers and policies may change. Visit the following website to check the details and conditions of phone support in your country/region: www.hp.com/support.
Japan 0570 000 511 (inside Japan) +81 3 3335 9800 (outside Japan) Korea, Republic of +82 1588-3003 Malaysia 1 800 805 405 Mexico 01-800-472-6684 or (55)5258-9922 New Zealand +64 (9) 356 6640 Panama 001-800-711-2884 Peru 0-800-10111 Philippines +63 (2) 867 3551 Republica Dominicana 1-800-711-2884 Singapore +65 6272 5300 Taiwan +886 0 800 010055 Thailand +66 (0)2 353 9000 Trinidad & Tobago 1-800-711-2884 United States +1 (800) 474-6836 Venezuela 0-800-4746-8368 Vietnam +84 8823453
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A Managing Batteries Your camera uses two AA batteries. For best results, use Energizer Lithium AA or rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) AA batteries. Alkaline batteries provide far less battery life than Lithium or NiMH batteries. If you must use Alkaline batteries, use highgrade “ultra” or “premium” varieties instead of ordinary Alkaline batteries. Depending on your camera usage, Lithium batteries will provide approximately 4-8 times more battery life than Alkaline batteries.
• Never use batteries of different chemistries (for example, a Lithium and NiMH battery), brands, or ages. This can cause erratic camera behavior, as well as battery leakage. Always use two identical batteries of the same chemistry, brand, and age. • The performance of all batteries will decrease as the temperature drops. For best performance in cold environments, use Energizer Lithium AA batteries. NiMH batteries may also provide acceptable low-temperature performance.
• Minimize unnecessary power cycling. If you expect to average more than two pictures every five minutes, leave the camera on with the Image Display off, rather than turning off the camera after each shot. This minimizes the number of times the lens must extend and retract. • Use the optional HP AC power adapter or HP Photosmart M-series dock when the camera will be on for extended periods of time, such as when you transfer images to your computer or when printing.
• Immediately discontinue use of a battery if, while using, charging, or storing the battery, the battery emits an unusual smell, feels excessively hot (note that it is normal for a battery to feel warm), changes color or shape, or appears abnormal in any other way. • In the event a battery leaks and the fluid gets into your eye, do not rub the eye. Rinse well with water and immediately seek medical care. If left untreated, the battery fluid could cause damage to the eye.
Number of Shots per Battery Type The following table shows the approximate number of shots under heavy, light, and average use conditions for Alkaline, Lithium, and rechargeable NiMH batteries.
Power Indicators The following icons may be displayed on the status screen, in Live View, in Playback, and when the camera is connected to a computer or printer. If no icon is displayed, this means that the camera has sufficient battery power to function normally. Icon Description Batteries are running low. Camera will power down soon. Blinking Battery is depleted. Camera will proceed to power down. Camera is operating on AC power (with nonrechargeable batteries or no batteries installed).
Recharging NiMH Batteries NiMH batteries can be recharged in the camera when the camera is connected to an optional HP AC power adapter or HP Photosmart M-series dock. NiMH batteries can also be recharged with the optional HP Photosmart Quick Recharger. For information about these optional accessories, see Appendix B, Purchasing Camera Accessories, starting on page155.
Where batteries Average are charged charge time Signal when charging has completed In camera while 12 to15 camera is in the hours dock Power light on the dock stops blinking and turns on solid. In HP quick recharger Light on quick recharger turns on solid green. 1 hour for 2 batteries About 2 hours for 4 batteries If you will not be using your camera immediately after charging the batteries, we recommend that you leave the camera in the dock or plugged in to the HP AC power adapter.
• NiMH batteries discharge when not in use, whether they are installed in a camera or not. If they have not been used for more than two weeks, recharge them before using them again. Even if you are not using your batteries, it is a good idea to charge them every six months to a year to prolong their useful life. • The performance of all rechargeable batteries, including NiMH, will degrade over time, especially if they are stored and used at high temperatures.
• Do not operate the camera, the dock, or the quick recharger if the NiMH batteries appear damaged in any way. • Do not disassemble the camera, the dock, or the quick recharger. • Unplug the HP AC power adapter or the quick recharger from the electrical outlet before cleaning the power adapter or quick recharger.
B Purchasing Camera Accessories You can purchase additional accessories for your camera. For information on your HP M417 or HP M517 camera and compatible accessories, go to: • www.hp.com/photosmart (US) • www.hp.ca/photosmart (Canada) • www.hp.com (all other countries) To purchase accessories, visit your local retailer or order online at: • • • • www.hpshopping.com (US) www.hpshopping.ca (Canada) www.hp.com/eur/hpoptions (Europe) www.hp.
Includes a dock with two rechargeable AA NiMH batteries, an audio/video cable, a USB cable, and an HP AC power adapter. • HP Photosmart M-series quick recharge kit—L1815A/ L1815B One-hour recharging of AA NiMH batteries, plus stylish protection for your HP Photosmart M-series camera. Includes all you need to provide a home away from home for your camera: an ultra-lightweight portable recharger, a camera case, and four high-capacity rechargeable AA NiMH batteries. • HP Photosmart 3.
• HP Photosmart M-series camera case—Q6214A Stylish, tailored-to-fit protection for your HP Photosmart M-series camera. Made of durable, thin, leather-like black material that protects without adding bulk. Includes a handy pocket for storing an extra memory card. • HP Photosmart camera black sport case—Q6216A Lightweight, durable, and sporty protection for your HP Photosmart M-series camera.
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C Caring for Your Camera Taking some basic precautions when using your camera will enhance your digital camera experience. Basic Camera Care You should take some basic precautions to ensure that your camera continues to perform optimally. • Store your digital camera in a cool, dry place away from windows, furnaces, and damp basements. • Always turn the camera off when you are not using it, to protect the lens.
• Never open your camera’s casing or attempt to repair the camera yourself. Touching the inside of a digital camera can result in electrical shock. Contact an authorized HP Service Center for repairs. NOTE: For information about handling batteries safely, see Appendix A, Managing Batteries, starting on page145. Cleaning the Camera TIP: If your camera needs cleaning beyond what is described in this section, take the camera to a camera store that specializes in cleaning digital cameras.
Cleaning the Camera Lens Do the following to remove any lubricant that has seeped from the lens wink mechanism onto the camera lens, as well as fingerprints, dust, and so forth that have accumulated on the lens. 1. Turn the camera on to open the lens wink mechanism and to extend the lens. 2. Wrap the lens cleaning paper around the end of the cotton swab. 3. Using the cotton swab with the lens paper, wipe the lens clean using a circular motion.
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D Specifications Feature Description Resolution Still pictures: • 5.36 MP (2690 by 1994) total pixel count • 5.19 MP (2620 by 1984) effective pixel count Video clips: • 320 by 240 total pixel count Sensor Diagonal 7.194 mm (1/2.5-inch, 4:3 format) CCD Color depth 36 bit (12 bits by 3 colors) Lens Focal length: • Wide—6.0 mm • Telephoto—18.0 mm • 35 mm equivalent, approximately 36 mm to 108 mm F-Number: • Wide—f/2.91 to f/4.86 • Telephoto—f/4.86 to f/8.
Feature Description Focus TTL auto focus. Focus ranges: • Normal (default)—500 mm (20 in) to infinity • Macro—100 mm to 800 mm (4 in to 32 in) Shutter speed 1/2000 to 2 seconds Tripod mount Yes Built-in flash Yes, 8-second typical recharge time Flash working range Zoom Position: Wide Maximum (Auto ISO): 3.8 meters (12.5 feet) Zoom Position: Telephoto Maximum (Auto ISO): 2.2 meters (7.
Feature Description Image capture options • Still (default) • Self-Timer—still picture or video clip taken after 10-second delay • Self-Timer - 2 shots—still picture taken after 10-second delay, then a second picture taken about 3 seconds later. Single video taken after 10-second delay.
Feature Description EV Compensation settings Can be set manually from -2.0 to +2.0 EV (Exposure Value) in 0.5 EV increments. White Balance settings Auto (default), Sun, Shade, Tungsten, Fluorescent ISO Speed settings Auto (default),100, 200, 400 Storage • M417: 16MB internal NAND flash memory M517: 32MB internal NAND flash memory • 64MB SDRAM • Slot for memory card • This camera supports both standard and high-speed Secure Digital (SD) and MultiMediaCard (MMC) memory cards from 16MB up to 1GB.
Feature Description Compression format • JPEG (EXIF) for still images • EXIF2.2 for still images with embedded audio • MPEG1 for video clips Interfaces • USB mini B connector to a computer or PictBridge-certified printer • DPS (Direct Printing Standard) • DC input 3.3 Vdc @ 2500 mA • Audio/video out to TV via M-series dock • HP Photosmart M-series dock Orientation Sensor No Standards • • • • • • • • • PTP transfer (15740) MSDC transfer NTSC/PAL JPEG MPEG1 level 1 DPOF 1.1 EXIF 2.2 DCF 1.
Feature Description Power Typical power usage: 2.1 Watts with Image Display on. 4.5 Watts maximum power usage. Power sources include: • Either two non-rechargeable AA Alkaline or Lithium batteries, or two rechargeable AA NiMH batteries. Rechargeable batteries can be recharged either in the camera using the optional HP AC power adapter or optional HP Photosmart M-series dock, or separately in the optional HP Photosmart Quick Recharger.
Memory Capacity The following tables list the approximate number and average size of still images that can be stored in the 16MB of internal memory in the HP Photosmart M417 and in the 32MB of internal memory in the HP Photosmart M517 when the camera is set to different Image Quality settings available in the Capture Menu. NOTE: Not all 16MB of internal memory in the M417 or 32MB of internal memory in the M517 is available for storing images, because some memory is used for internal camera operations.
M517 Memory Capacity 5MP Best 11 images (2.5MB each) 5MP (default) 18 images (1.6MB each) 3MP 26 images (1.
Index A AC power adapter connector on camera 25 purchasing 156 accessories for camera 155 Action mode, setting 43 Adaptive Lighting, setting 51 AF viewfinder light 23 arrow buttons on Controller 21 audio clips, record 32, 69 automatic exposure, override 42 B batteries door on camera 21 extend life of 146 indicators 150 install 11 performance 148 quick recharge kit 156 recharging NiMH 151 shots per type 149 top points about use 145 Beach & Snow mode, setting 43 blinking lights on camera 20, 21, 23, 24 brac
front, left side, and bottom of camera 24 top of camera 19 Camera Sounds, setting 87 capacity of internal memory 169 Capture Menu Help for menu options 48 restore settings 47 using 47 caring for your camera 159 Color of images, setting 53 compression format 167 computer, connect camera to 79 connections as a Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) device 90 as a USB Mass Storage Device Class (MSDC) 90 to computer 79 to printer 81 connectors AC power adapter 25 camera dock 25 USB 25 conserving battery life 146 Contr
Flash button, description 22 focus brackets, using 35 camera shake 38 lock 37 range 164 format internal memory 67 memory card 15, 67 using the HP Instant Share Menu 72 HP Instant Share Menu description 73 sending images 76 setting up destinations 74 using 72 HP web sites 136 H Image Display description 22 Live View at Power On setting 88 Live View button 23 status screen 28 using 34 Image Quality, setting 48 images Adaptive Lighting 51 brightening 55 Color setting 53 darkening 55 Date & Time Imprint 53 I
shooting modes 42 thumbnails view 63 too dark/light 55 transferring from camera to computer 79 White Balance setting 56 images per battery type 149 indicators, power 150 install batteries 11 memory card 15 software 17, 18 wrist strap 10 internal memory format 67 image capacity of 169 pictures remaining 28, 35, 62 ISO Speed, setting 57 L Landscape mode, setting 43 Language change setting 92 choose at first startup 12 LEDs (lights) on camera AF viewfinder light 23 Memory light 21 Power light 20 Self-Timer/Vi
Menu/OK button, description 21 menus Capture 47 HP Instant Share 72 overview 26 Playback 65 Setup 85 messages on camera 120 on computer 134 microphone, description 24 MODE button 22 Move Images to Card 93 N NiMH batteries recharging 151 safety precautions 147 number of images stored in internal memory 169 pictures remaining 28, 35, 62 O ON/OFF switch, description 20 on-camera demo, viewing 29 on-camera Help for Capture Menu options 48 Help Menu 28 online destinations, setting 74 optical zoom 38 over-expo
print images directly to printer 81 HP Instant Share/Print button 22 using HP Instant Share 71 problems, troubleshooting 95 product support 137 purchasing camera accessories 155 R range Exposure Compensation 166 F-number 163 focus 164 recharging NiMH batteries 151 record audio clips 32, 69 video clips 33 red-eye reduction description 41 Remove Red Eyes 68 Region, setting 13 remaining pictures count 28, 35, 62 reset camera 96 restore settings 29, 41, 43, 45, 46, 47 reviewing images 59 rotate images 69 176
status screen 28 still pictures, take 31 support for users 137 T technical support 137 Thumbnails control on Zoom lever 21 using 63 Time & Date Imprint, setting 53 Time & Date, setting 13, 89 Timer/Burst button 22 total images summary screen 62 transfer images to computer 79 tripod mount, description 25 troubleshoot problems 95 TV (television) Configuration setting 91 U under-exposing an image 55 USB configuration setting 90 connector on camera 25 V Video button, description 19 video clips, recording 33