hp photosmart 320 series digital camera user's manual
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Table of Contents 1-Getting started Camera parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Attaching the wrist strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Inserting the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Inserting the memory card (optional) . . . . . . . . . 12 Turning on power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Choosing the language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Date & Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Welcome Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 USB Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Move Images to Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 4-Using hp instant share Using hp instant share to print pictures. . . . . . . . . . . .33 Using the hp instant share e-mail service . . . . . . . . .
Obtaining support in the United States . . . . . . . 51 Free telephone support for one year . . . . . . 51 After the first year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Upgraded warranty options . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Obtaining support worldwide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement. . . . . . . . 55 Regulatory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Appendix A: Batteries and accessories Managing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 Getting started The HP Photosmart 320 digital camera is a 2.1 mega-pixel camera with digital zoom capability and 8 MB of internal memory. You can add additional memory by purchasing an optional memory card. You can use the Share menu to select images that you want to print or e-mail. Then, you automatically print or e-mail your selected pictures when you connect to your computer. You can bypass the computer altogether and print your selected pictures directly on certain HP printers.
Camera parts 1 3 2 4 # Name Description 1 Shutter button Takes a picture 2 Video button Records a video clip; press once to start and press again to stop 3 Video/self-timer light 4 Battery door 8 z Solid red indicates that the camera is recording video z Blinking red indicates that the self-timer is activated Allows access to the batteries hp photosmart 320 user’s manual
5 6 7 89 11 10 12 13 14 15 16 21 20 19 18 17 # Name Description 5 Optical viewfinder Allows you to frame the subject of the picture 6 Viewfinder light z Solid red indicates that the camera is ready or connected to a computer by a USB cable z Blinking red indicates that the camera is either starting up, recording a video clip, or charging the flash 7 8 9 Power button Turns the camera power on and off Self-timer/zoom Sets the 10 second self-timer or provides digital zoom on your b
# Name Description 10 Flash button Selects the Flash setting 11 Wrist strap mount Wrist strap attachment 12 Memory card door Provides access to the memory card and USB connector 13 Memory card slot Slot where memory card is inserted 14 USB connector Provides connection to either a computer or printer by using a USB cable 15 Power adapter connector Allows you to connect an optional HP AC power adapter to the camera to operate the camera without batteries, or to charge optional rechargeabl
Setup Attaching the wrist strap Attach the wrist strap as shown in the illustration. NOTE It is easiest to install the wrist strap by inserting it from the bottom of the camera. Inserting the batteries 1 Open the battery door on the bottom of the camera. 2 Insert the batteries as indicated. NOTE For more information about batteries, see Appendix A: Batteries and accessories on page 59.
Inserting the memory card (optional) Your digital camera contains 8 megabytes (MB) of internal memory to store images and video clips. You can also use a memory card (purchased separately) to store more images and video clips. After you unload images to a computer, you can reuse the card. 1 Open the memory card door. 2 Insert the memory card as shown. 3 Close the memory card door. To remove the memory card, pull the card out. Turning on power z 12 Press the Power button to turn on the camera.
Choosing the language The first time you turn the camera on, the following screen appears and prompts you to choose a language. 1 Scroll to the language that you want by using the Arrow buttons. 2 Press to select the highlighted language. Setting the date and time 1 Press repeatedly until your preferred date format appears (M = month, D = day, Y = year). Press the right Arrow button to highlight the date. 2 Press to select the first value, and then use the buttons to change it. Press to confirm.
Installing the software The software allows you to unload images from the camera, view them, print them, and e-mail them. It also allows you to configure the Share menu on the camera. NOTE For Windows computers, the HP Photo & Imaging software needs at least Internet Explorer 5.0 (Service Pack 2) in order to function properly. Windows 1 Insert the HP Photo & Imaging CD into the CD drive of your computer. The installation window automatically appears.
2 Taking pictures Taking still pictures You can take a picture with the image display on or off. To take a picture: 1 Frame the subject that you want to photograph in the viewfinder. 2 Hold the camera steady and press the Shutter button. The camera adjusts exposure, and then takes the picture. To achieve the best focus in low light conditions, secure the camera to a tripod and make sure the focus area has sufficient contrast.
If the red viewfinder light is blinking, you must wait before taking a picture. This means that the camera is starting up, the flash is charging, or another situation might exist. For troubleshooting information, see Chapter 6: Troubleshooting and support on page 41. Using instant review After you take a picture, the image display shows the image while it is being saved to memory. You can delete the image before it is saved by pressing the left Arrow button.
During recording, the red viewfinder light blinks and the red Video/self-timer light is solid. You can view the time remaining for recording on the image display. The camera automatically stops recording when the timer reaches zero. NOTE To delay recording by 10 seconds, simply press the Self-timer/zoom button once to activate the selftimer before pressing the button.
Using the self-timer To use the self-timer: 1 Secure the camera to a tripod or set it on a stable surface. 2 Press the button to activate Preview mode, and then frame your subject in the viewfinder or image display. 3 Press the button once. The self-timer icon appears on the image display. NOTE The button settings advance incrementally from self-timer, 2x digital zoom, 4x digital zoom, and then to Off. 4 Press the Shutter button, and then release it.
Using the flash When the camera is turned on, the flash is automatically set to Auto Flash. Flash If you change the flash setting, the camera will remain in that setting until you change it again or turn off the camera. By using the Flash button, you can move through the flash settings in the following order. Icon Setting Description Auto Flash The camera measures light and uses the flash if necessary. Red-eye reduction The camera measures light and uses the flash with red-eye reduction if necessary.
Changing the image quality The camera has three image quality settings: Good, Good Better, Better and Best. Best You can view the current quality setting, as well as the number of pictures that can be taken, on the image display. This setting determines the quality of the images and how many images can be stored in internal memory or on the memory card. Higher quality images take up more space in memory.
To change the image quality: Press the Quality button until the setting you want appears on the image display. The settings change incrementally from Good to Better, Better and then to Best.
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3 Using Playback and the Main menu Using Playback mode After you have taken some pictures and they are stored in the camera, you can view them in Playback mode. You can also view video clips. 1 2 6 # Icon 3 5 4 Description 1 Indicates the quality setting of the image 2 Indicates zoom level 3 12.25.
Reviewing images To review images that are stored in the camera’s memory: 1 Press or use the buttons to activate Playback mode. 2 Scroll through your images by using the buttons. Press and hold the buttons to scroll automatically. NOTE To preserve battery life, connect to an optional HP AC adapter while reviewing your images. For more information, see Appendix A: Batteries and accessories on page 59.
Using the Main menu Use the Main menu in Playback mode to rotate, delete, or magnify images. You can also view thumbnails of your images, or change the settings on the camera. To view the Main menu, press twice (or just once if Playback mode is activated). Scroll through the menu options by using the Icon buttons.
Rotating images Selecting the Rotate option from the Main menu rotates the current image in 90-degree increments clockwise on the image display. The image rotation is permanent. To rotate an image, press and then select ROTATE. ROTATE Pressing again rotates the image 90 degrees. NOTE This option works only on still images, not video clips. Deleting images Selecting the Delete option from the Main menu deletes the current image or all images. Scroll to the image you want by using the buttons.
z Undelete - Appears if you have deleted any images or video clips. This option restores the last deletion you made. The Undelete option is available until another picture or video clip is taken, another deletion occurs, or the camera is turned off or connected to your computer. z Exit - Exits the Delete menu. Viewing thumbnail images Selecting the View Thumbnails option from the Main menu enables you to view up to nine thumbnail images at a time on the image display.
Use the buttons to scroll the magnified image. Press to view the Magnify menu. The menu allows you to change the scroll direction, change the magnification, or exit. NOTE This option works only on still images, not video clips. Using the Setup menu Selecting this option from the Main menu enables you to configure preferences on the camera. Move through the Setup menu by using the buttons, and then press to make your selection. Date & Time This setting determines the current date and time for the camera.
USB Configuration This setting determines how the camera appears when connected to a computer. To change the connection setting: 1 Select USB Configuration in the Setup menu. 2 Using the buttons, select one of the following choices and press . • Digital Camera - causes the computer to recognize the camera as a digital camera (Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) standard). This is the default setting on the camera.
If the memory card can store all of the images from internal memory, you are prompted to move all images. If the memory card is running out of space, you can move only the number of images that will fit on the card. If you select Yes to move images, a progress bar will appear on the image display, showing the progress of the move. The images previously stored in internal memory are deleted after they are moved to the memory card.
4 Using hp instant share This camera has an exciting feature called HP Instant Share. Share This feature lets you select images in the camera to be automatically processed later when the camera is connected to your computer or to certain HP printers. For example, you can select images that you want to have printed, then connect the camera to the computer or printer, and the selected images will be printed automatically.
After you press the button, you can activate the Share menu by pressing . The following table provides information about the Share menu. 4 2 3 1 # 1 Icon Description Print 1 copy of current image. If paper size is 4 by 6 inches or 8.5 by 11 inches, the picture is printed 4 by 6 inches. If paper size is A4 or A6, the picture is printed at A6 size. 2 Print 2 copies of current image. 3 E-mail... Lets you add e-mail addresses to the Share menu. This procedure is explained later in this chapter.
Using hp instant share to print pictures 1 Turn on the camera, then press the button. 2 Use the buttons to scroll to the image you want to print. Video clips cannot be selected for printing. 3 Press to activate the Share menu, then use the buttons to scroll to the print option you want. 4 Press , and a appears next to that option. 5 Scroll to other images by using the buttons and repeat steps 3 and 4 to select print options for each image.
Adding, modifying, and removing e-mail addresses NOTE You will need an internet connection to complete this procedure. 1 Turn on the camera, press the button, then select the Email... option and press OK. OK A message on the image display appears asking you to connect the camera to your computer. 2 Connect the camera to your computer (by using the USB cable or an optional HP Camera Dock). 3 On the computer, click Retrieve from Camera.
7 Your newly added e-mail destination should now appear in the Modify Share Menu screen (in the Current Share Menu section). To add additional e-mail addresses to the camera’s Share menu, repeat steps 4-6. You will not need to sign in to the HP Passport program again. 8 When you have finished adding e-mail addresses, click on Save to Camera to add the new addresses to the camera’s Share menu.
The way in which the images are e-mailed works differently on Windows and Macintosh computers. Windows Images are not e-mailed directly to anyone. Rather, a message is sent to each e-mail address that you selected in the Share menu. The message contains a thumbnail of each of the images that were selected for that address, as well as a link to a web page where the recipient can view the images. From that web page, the recipient can do things like reply to you or print the image.
5 Unloading, printing, and displaying images Once you have taken pictures, you can unload them from your camera to a computer, print them directly to a printer, or display them on a TV (using the optional HP Camera Dock). Unloading to a computer NOTE You can also use the optional HP Camera Dock to do this task. For details, see Appendix B: Camera dock on page 63. NOTE If you are using a Macintosh computer, switch the camera to Disk Drive in the USB Configuration menu found in the Setup menu.
3 Turn on the camera. The HP Image Unload software will launch on your computer, and the images in the camera will automatically unload to the computer. If there were any images in the camera that were selected in the Share menu for printing or e-mail, those actions are started after the images have been unloaded to the computer. 4 When the unload screen on the computer says Finished, Finished your images have been saved and shared. You can now disconnect the camera from the computer.
1 Your camera came with a special USB cable for connecting the camera directly to a printer. 2 Connect the square end of the USB cable to the printer. 3 Open the memory card door on the side of the camera and connect the small end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the camera. 4 Adjust the settings in the Print Setup menu on the camera to complete the printing process. Displaying images on a TV Images in your camera can easily be displayed as a slideshow on almost any TV.
Option Description NTSC Television Used mostly in North America and Japan PAL Television Used mostly in Europe and Asia 5 Sec/Image Displays each image for 5 seconds 10 Sec/Image Displays each image for 10 seconds Manual Advance Waits for you to advance each image using the buttons on the camera Begin Starts the slideshow 2 To change an option in the Slideshow menu, highlight the selection and press . Each time is pressed, the next option is selected.
6 Troubleshooting and support Problems and solutions Problem Possible cause Solution The camera does not turn on. The batteries are not functioning correctly. Use only photo-quality AA lithium, alkaline, or NiMH batteries. Ensure the batteries are inserted correctly. The charge in the batteries can be low or completely drained. Try inserting new or recharged batteries. The HP AC adapter is not functioning correctly. Ensure that the HP AC adapter is not damaged or defective.
Problem Possible cause Solution The camera does not respond when I press a button. The camera is Turn on the camera. off. The camera does not take a picture when I press the Shutter button. 42 The camera is The camera buttons other than connected to a the button do not respond computer. when the camera is connected to a computer. The batteries are drained. Replace or recharge the batteries. The camera has stopped operating. Remove and reinsert the batteries. Replace the batteries if necessary.
Problem Possible cause Solution I replace the camera batteries frequently. Extended image display use and excessive use of flash consume a lot of battery power. Use an HP AC adapter to power the camera when you are using the image display for an extended period of time and when you are unloading several images to your computer. Use the flash only when needed. Do not use ordinary alkaline batteries.
Problem Possible cause Solution A long delay occurs between the time I press the Shutter button and the camera takes a picture. The camera is still saving the last picture you took. My image is blurry. Wait a few seconds for the camera to finish processing the image, and then press the Shutter button. The camera can store up to three images in memory at a time. The self-timer is activated. Turn the self-timer off. The flash is recharging.
Problem Possible cause Solution My image is too dark. There was not Use the Flash Off setting and enough light. hold the camera steady. Wait for natural lighting conditions to improve or add indirect lighting. The shutter Use the Flash Off setting to take speed was too a longer exposure, and hold the fast. camera steady (or use a tripod). My image is too bright. The flash was on, but the subject was too far away. Make sure your subject is within 2 meters (approximately 6.
Problem Possible cause Solution When I connect the camera to my computer, the software says it cannot find the camera. The camera is Turn on the camera. turned off. Make sure that the cable is firmly The cable is not connected connected at both ends. correctly. The camera is Connect the camera directly to a connected to USB port on the computer. the computer through a USB hub and your USB hub is not compatible with the camera.
Error messages You might receive error messages on the camera’s image display or on your computer screen. Error messages on the camera Message Possible cause Solution BATTERIES DEPLETED Camera is shutting down Battery power is too low to continue operation. Replace batteries, use an optional HP AC adapter, or recharge batteries by using an optional Camera Dock. Batteries are too low for Preview Battery power is Switch to Playback mode too low to use or continue taking pictures Preview mode.
Message Possible cause Solution The card is locked The memory card is writeprotected. Press to cancel the request. Unlock the memory card or insert a new one. The card is too full There is to move any insufficient room images on the memory card to store images. Unload images from the memory card to your computer, then delete all images on the memory card. Invalid date The date was set Enter the correct date. incorrectly.
Message Possible cause Solution Unable to The printer has a Check the printer. communicate with problem. printer Disengage photo The selected tray paper size cannot be used with the printer photo tray. Disengage the printer photo tray. Printer top cover is open The printer is open. Close the top cover of the printer. Incorrect or missing print cartridge Ensure that you Install a new printer have the correct cartridge. printer cartridge.
Error messages on the computer Message Possible cause Solution Connection between the imaging device and computer failed The camera might be connected to a computer through a USB hub. Make sure the camera is on, try connecting the camera directly to the computer, or disconnect other devices attached to the hub. Getting assistance Finding help on the web HP product support Visit www.hp.com/cposupport/loc/regional.html, www.hp.com/cposupport/loc/regional.
Contacting hp customer support In addition to the Web, you can contact HP by telephone or mail for support and service for your camera. Prices, availability, and hours of support are subject to change without notice. How hp can help The HP support hotline can help resolve problems with setup, installation, configuration, and operation. For help with non-HP hardware or software, please contact the manufacturer. Before you call Review troubleshooting tips.
If you think your HP product might need service, call HP Customer Support, which can help determine if service is required. Or, visit www.hp.com/cpso-support/guide/psd/ repairhelp.html for the nearest sales and service office. After the first year Call (1) (208) 323-2551. A fee of $25.00 per call (U.S.) will be charged to your credit card. Charges begin only when you connect with a support technician.
For more information call 1-888-999-4747 or visit www.homeandoffice.hp.com and select “warranty upgrades” under “product support.” Obtaining support worldwide Telephone support is free for one year in Asia and the South Pacific, and for 30 days in the Middle East and Africa. The information contained in this document and the applicable conditions for HP phone support are subject to change without notice. Please check for the latest information and conditions at www.hp.com/cposupport/loc/regional.html. www.
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z HP warrants to you that HP software will not fail to execute its z z z z z 56 programming instructions after the date of purchase, for the period specified above, due to defects in material and workmanship when properly installed and used. If HP receives notice of such defects during the warranty period, HP will replace software which does not execute its programming instructions due to such defects. HP does not warrant that the operation of HP products will be uninterrupted or error free.
z TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE REMEDIES IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT ARE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. EXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL HP OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT OR DATA), OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE.
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Appendix A: Batteries and accessories Managing batteries When the batteries are removed from the camera, the date and time settings are preserved for approximately ten minutes. If the camera is without batteries for longer than ten minutes, the clock is set to the last time and date at which it stopped. You might be prompted to update the date and time.
Extending battery life z Use an optional HP AC adapter or HP Camera Dock when unloading pictures to your computer, printing, or connecting to the TV. z Turn the camera off during a pause in picture taking. z Use the Auto Flash setting rather than Flash On or Red-eye reduction. reduction Rechargeable batteries NiMH batteries can be recharged by using a battery charger or optional HP Camera Dock (both purchased separately).
Purchasing accessories You can purchase additional accessories for your camera from your local retailer or online at www.hpshopping.com. www.hpshopping.com Some accessories for the HP Photosmart 320 digital camera are listed below: NOTE HP supports only HP AC adapters and other accessories expressly approved by HP.
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Appendix B: Camera dock NOTE The Camera Dock does not work without AC power. Be sure to use ONLY the HP AC adapter and the cables that came with the Camera Dock. 1 Follow the setup instructions provided with the HP Camera Dock. This includes installing the camera Dock Insert onto the dock, inserting rechargeable batteries in the camera, connecting the AC power source, and connecting the Camera Dock to a computer, printer, and/or TV.
The Camera Dock has a light near the top front that provides battery charging status. A blinking light indicates that batteries are charging. There are two buttons on the front that light up, showing the camera is connected to the associated device. —This button activates the connection to the computer or the printer, depending on which of those devices is connected to the dock. —This button activates the TV connection.
Unloading images to a computer using the dock NOTE If you are using a Macintosh computer, switch the camera to Disk Drive in the USB Configuration menu found in the Setup menu. 1 Check that the HP Camera Dock is connected to your computer. 2 Place the camera in the HP Camera Dock. It will turn on automatically, and a dock intro screen will appear. 3 Press the button on the dock to start the unload process.
Printing images using the dock 1 Check that the HP Camera Dock is connected to your printer. (The dock cannot be connected directly to both a computer and a printer at the same time). 2 Place the camera in the HP Camera Dock. It will turn on automatically, and a dock intro screen will appear. 3 Press the button on the dock to start printing. 4 Adjust the settings in the Print Setup menu on the camera to complete the printing process.
Appendix C: Reference Camera specifications Feature Description Sensor 2.1 MP Color depth 30 bits (10 bits x 3 colors) Resolution Good 0.3 MP (640 x 480) Better 2.0 MP (1632 x 1232) Best 2.0 MP (1632 x 1232) Memory type 8 MB internal flash memory Secure Digital (SD) memory card up to 128 MB Internal memory capacity Quality Good Better Best Images 87 14 7 Target File Size 80 KB 500 KB 900 KB Lens Fixed Focal Length: 5.9 mm F-Number: f 4.5 and f 8.
Feature Description Flash settings Auto Flash, Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash Off Focus Fixed focus range: 75 cm to infinity ISO (Sensitivity) 100 Metering Average White balance Daylight, overcast, sunset, tungsten, fluorescent Self-timer 10 second delay Viewfinder Optical viewfinder Flash working range Built-in flash with range up to 2 meters Image LCD Backlit color TFT 1.
Feature Description Standards PTP MSDC NTSC/PAL JPEG DPOF EXIF DCF Case material Plastic Tripod mount Yes Dimensions External Body Dimensions: 113 mm (L) x 43 mm (W) x 69 mm (H) Weight 162 g Appendix C: Reference 69
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Index A AC power adapter connector 10 purchasing 61 troubleshooting 41 accessories for camera 59 adjusting camera settings 25 Auto Flash setting 19 B batteries access door 8 extending life 60 inserting 11 level indicators 23, 59 managing 59 messages 47 recharging 60 troubleshooting 41, 43, 47 types to use 59 battery charger 61 Best image quality 20 Better image quality 20 blinking lights Camera Dock 64 red 9, 16 video/self-timer 18 viewfinder 18 blurry images 44 bonus software 14 bright, image too 45 C Came
disk drive, camera as 29 Display button 10 dock, camera. See Camera Dock doors batteries 8 memory card 10 E e-mail adding, changing, and deleting addresses 34 selecting images for 35 sending pictures by 32, 33 error messages 47, 50 F fill-flash 19 flash button 10 turning on and off 19 using 19 working range 68 focus range 68 formatting memory 25, 26 G Good image quality 20 H HP Customer Support. See support HP Instant Share description 31 turning menu on and off 10, 32 HP SupportPack 52 72 I image quality.
deleting images 26 formatting 25, 26 moving images to memory card 29 ISO sensitivity 68 L language setting 13, 30 LEDs.
troubleshooting 41, 43, 47 turning on and off 12 Preview mode turning on and off 10 using 17 printers connecting Camera Dock to 63 troubleshooting 48, 49 printing images 38 images using Camera Dock 66 pictures 32, 33 PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol 29 purchasing accessories 61 Q quality changing for images 20 settings 20 Quality button 9 R recharging batteries 60 recording video clips 16 red-eye reduction 19 regulatory information 57 resolution. See quality reviewing pictures.
Preview mode 10 video clips 8 TV connecting Camera Dock to 63 viewing images 39 viewing images using Camera Dock 66 viewing slideshow 39 U Unloading images 37 USB configuring 29 connector 10, 37, 39 unknown device 48 W warranty options 52 statement 55 Web sites for support 50 weight of camera 69 Welcome Screen, setting 28 Windows e-mail from camera 36 software installation 14 wrist strap 10, 11 Z zoom, digital 9, 18 V Video button 8 video clips increasing recording time 17 maximum recording time 17 record
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