HP Photosmart R740 series Digital Camera User Guide 6.
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Contents 1 Getting started Camera top and back ................................................................................................................3 Camera front, side, and bottom..................................................................................................4 Before taking pictures.................................................................................................................4 Charge the battery.................................................................
Cropping images......................................................................................................................23 6 Transferring and printing images Transferring images with HP Photosmart Software..................................................................24 Transferring images without HP Photosmart Software.............................................................25 Connecting to the computer....................................................................................
1 Getting started Use this section to get familiar with camera controls, set up your digital camera for use, and begin taking pictures. Camera top and back 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 button. 2 Power light. 3 Shutter button. 4 selector—Switches between Picture Capture, Video Record, and Playback (see “Taking pictures” on page 9, “Recording video clips” on page 10, and “Reviewing images and video clips” on page 18).
Chapter 1 Camera front, side, and bottom 1 2 3 5 4 1 Microphone. 2 Self-Timer light (see “Using the Self-Timer setting” on page 16). 3 Flash. 4 Tripod mount. 5 Battery/Memory Card door. Before taking pictures Complete the following procedures before taking pictures or recording video clips. Charge the battery Before using the battery for the first time, fully charge it using the charger that came with your camera. NOTE: Your camera uses a rechargeable HP Photosmart LI40 battery.
Install the battery 1. Open the Battery/Memory Card door by sliding the latch as indicated on the Battery/Memory Card door. 2. Insert the battery in the larger slot, pushing the battery in until the latch catches 3. Close the Battery/Memory Card door. To remove the battery, move the battery latch as shown until the battery springs free. NOTE: Fully charge the battery before using it the first time (see “Charge the battery” on page 4). Turn off the camera before removing the battery.
Chapter 1 date and time imprint feature. See Date & Time Imprint under “Using the Picture Capture and Video Record menus” on page 15. 1. Use to adjust the highlighted value. to move to the other selections and 2. Use repeat Step 1 until the date and time are set correctly. 3. Press when the date, time, and format again to settings are correct, then press confirm. To change the date and time later, use the Camera Setup Menu (see “Using the Camera Setup Menu” on page 32).
NOTE: Once you install a memory card, all new images and video clips are stored on the card, rather than in internal memory. To use internal memory and view images stored there, turn off the camera then remove the memory card. To transfer images from internal memory to an optional memory card, see Move Images to Card under “Using the Playback Menu” on page 19. For information about supported memory cards, see “Storage” on page 43.
Chapter 1 (continued) For information on reviewing images and video clips on the camera See “Reviewing images and video clips” on page 18 For information on enhancing your images See “Using the Design Gallery Menu” on page 22 For information on transferring images from your camera to a computer See “Transferring images with HP Photosmart Software” on page 24 For information on printing images See “Printing images directly to a printer” on page 26 TIP: To switch between Playback, slide 8 Getting st
2 Taking pictures and recording video clips You can take pictures when you are in Picture Capture and you can record video when you are in Video Record. Slide to to take pictures or to to record video clips. The Image Display resembles the following: 1 2 12 0:15 • • Picture Capture indicator. Video Record indicator. • • When taking pictures, pictures remaining count.
Chapter 2 Recording video clips You can record a video clip when the camera is set to Video Record. 1. Slide to . 2. Frame the subject in the Image Display. 3. Press the Shutter button halfway down to measure focus and exposure. The focus brackets in the Image Display turn solid green when focus is locked (see “Auto focus and exposure” on page 10). 4. Press the Shutter button all the way down and release to begin recording video. 5. To stop recording video, press and release the Shutter button again.
Focusing on the subject When you press the Shutter button halfway down, the camera searches for focus within the focus brackets. When it finds focus, the focus brackets turn green. If the focus brackets do not frame your subject, use Focus Lock (see “Using Focus Lock” on page 12). Optimizing focus When the camera cannot auto focus, the focus brackets turn red. This indicates the picture may be out of focus because the subject is out of the focus range or the scene has low contrast.
Chapter 2 Using Focus Lock Use Focus Lock to focus on a subject that is not in the center of the picture, to capture action shots more quickly by pre-focusing in the area where the action will occur, or to focus in low light or low contrast situations. 1. Frame the subject for your picture within the focus brackets. In low light or low contrast situations, frame a brighter or higher contrast object. 2. Press the Shutter button halfway down. 3. Hold the Shutter button halfway down and reframe. 4.
Optical zoom Optical zoom moves the lens between wide angle (1x) and telephoto (3x). While in Picture Capture or Video Record, use the buttons on the Zoom lever to control zoom. Press to zoom in to zoom out. and NOTE: You can set the optical zoom to the position you want just before recording video clips. However, you cannot use optical zoom while the video clip is recording. Digital zoom In digital zoom, the Image Display shows a yellow frame around the scene and the image quality setting (MP value).
3 Setting options for taking pictures and recording video clips Your camera's default settings work well for most shooting situations. For some situations, however, the features described in this chapter can improve the pictures you take and the video clips you record.
Using the Picture Capture and Video Record menus The Picture Capture and Video Record menus allow you to adjust camera settings that affect the characteristics of the pictures and video clips you capture. The Picture Capture Menu displays only those features available for taking pictures while the Video Record Menu displays only features available for recording video clips. 1. Slide to or , then press . 2. Use to highlight an option, then press to display the option’s menu. 3.
Chapter 3 (continued) Date & Time Imprint ( only)—Imprints date in lower left corner of image. The setting remains in effect until it is changed, even when you turn off the camera. • • • Off (Default)—No date or time imprinted on the image. Date Only—Date permanently imprinted. Date & Time—Date and time permanently imprinted. Camera Setup...—Displays the Camera Setup Menu for setting camera behavior (see “Using the Camera Setup Menu” on page 32). Camera Help...
The Burst setting remains in effect until it is changed again, or until you turn off the camera.
4 Reviewing images and video clips You can review and manipulate images and video clips in Playback as described here. For information about enhancing images, see “Using the Design Gallery Menu” on page 22. 1. Slide to . to scroll through your images and video clips. 2. Use Press to view video clips. Press to pause a video clip; press to resume playing the video clip, or press to return to the Playback Menu.
Deleting images To delete a displayed image during Playback: 1. Press . 2. Use to select an option, then press . • This Image—Deletes the image or video clip. • All Except Favorites—Deletes all images except those tagged as Favorites. This menu option only appears if you have images tagged as Favorites (see “Tagging images as Favorites” on page 21). • All Images (in Memory/on Card)—Deletes all stored images and video clips.
Chapter 4 3. Use to select an image or video clip, press instructions. , and follow any on-camera NOTE: To hear audio associated with video clips, transfer them to your computer (see “Transferring and printing images” on page 24). 4. To exit the selected Playback option, press . 5. To exit the Playback Menu, hold until the menu disappears. Remove Red Eyes—Allows you to remove red eyes in images containing human subjects (see “Removing red eyes” on page 20). Design Gallery...
Tagging images as Favorites Tagging an image as a Favorite allows you to quickly select the group of images tagged as Favorites for printing or viewing as a group. You may tag up to 200 images as Favorites. 1. While in Playback, use to display an image you want to tag as a Favorite, then press . 2. Use to highlight Favorites, press , then press again to tag the displayed image. This Image is checked in the Favorites menu. To untag the image as a Favorite, press again. to display the image, 3.
5 Using the Design Gallery Menu You can use the Design Gallery features to enhance your captured images. 1. While in Playback, use to scroll to an image, then press . 2. Use to highlight Design Gallery, then press . 3. Use to highlight an option, then press and follow any on-camera instructions. Modify Color—Allows you to apply a color effect to an image (see “Modifying colors” on page 22). Add Borders—Allows you to add a border to an image (see “Adding borders” on page 22).
Add Borders allows you to add one or more predefined borders to the displayed image. To add a border: 1. While in the Design Gallery Menu, use to select Add Borders, then . press 2. Use to select a border type and preview the effect it has on the image. • Soft Edge—Applies a soft, vignetted frame to the image. • Oval—Adds an oval matte border with beveled edges. • Rectangle—Adds a rectangular matte border with sharp corners. 3. Press to select the border and display the Add Borders menu.
6 Transferring and printing images Regularly transferring images to your computer and deleting them from the memory card will reduce the time it takes to turn on your camera, to review images, and to transfer images. You can transfer pictures and video clips with or without the HP Photosmart Software that came with your camera. However, the HP Photosmart Software has several features for transferring and managing your images and also guides you through the transfer process.
3. Connect the camera and computer using the USB cable that came with your camera. 4. Turn on the camera. When the Image Display indicates that the camera is connected to the computer, follow the instructions on the computer screen. For more information, see the Help feature in the HP Photosmart Software. NOTE: If the camera does not successfully connect to the computer, see “My camera stalls when establishing a connection to the computer.” on page 37.
Chapter 6 Using a memory card reader You can put your camera’s optional memory card into a (separately purchased) memory card reader. Some computers and HP Photosmart printers have built-in memory card slots which act as a memory card reader. 1. Insert your camera’s memory card into the memory card reader (or into your computer’s memory card slot, if your computer has one). 2. Your computer's provided image transfer software starts automatically and guides you through the process of transferring images. 3.
4. When the Image Display on the camera shows an image: to display an image you want to • If you want to print one or more images, use to specify the number of copies, then press . In the Print print, use . Options menu, highlight Print This Image Now, and press • If you want to print a group of images or modify the printer settings, press , highlight Print Menu..., then press again. Highlight the option you want.
7 Using HP Photosmart Express With HP Photosmart Express, you can select pictures in your camera to print automatically (see “Marking images for printing” on page 28), to buy prints online (see “Buying prints online” on page 30), or to send to custom destinations (see “Sharing images” on page 30) the next time you connect the camera to your computer or printer. You must have the HP Photosmart Software installed on your computer to use some features in the Photosmart Express Menu.
individual images, all images, or groups of images tagged as Favorites (see “Tagging images as Favorites” on page 21). 1. While in the Photosmart Express Menu, use to highlight Print, then . press Print menu, highlight an option, then 2. In the . press • This Image—Marks the image currently displayed. You can scroll to a different image using . • All Favorites...—Displays the Print All . This option is Favorites entry.
Chapter 7 Buying prints online You can mark images you want to order as prints. The next time you connect the camera to a computer with the HP Photosmart Software installed, you can order prints of the marked images online. 1. While in the Photosmart Express Menu, use to highlight Buy Prints Online, then press . 2. In the Buy Prints Online menu, highlight an option, then press . • This Image—Marks the image currently displayed. You can scroll to a different . image using • All Favorites...
Sending images to online destinations After you have set up online destinations in the camera, you can mark images to be sent to these custom destinations the next time you connect your camera to your computer. 1. While in the Photosmart Express Menu, use to highlight Share, then press . 2. In the Share menu, highlight an option, then . press • Custom Destinations—Selects the destination to send the image displayed in the background.
8 Using the Camera Setup Menu The Camera Setup Menu allows you to set preferences for the camera’s behavior. The Camera Setup Menu is available from the Picture Capture, Video Record, and Playback menus. 1. While in the Picture Capture, Video Record, or Playback menu, use to highlight Camera Setup..., then press . 2. Use to highlight a menu option, then press to display the menu option’s menu. 3. Use to highlight a setting, then press . 4. To exit the Camera Setup Menu, hold down until the menu disappears.
9 Troubleshooting Use this section to find information on: • • Resetting the camera (see “Resetting the camera” on page 33). Possible problems and solutions (see “Problems and solutions” on page 33). Resetting the camera If your camera does not respond when you press buttons, reset the camera. 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn off the camera. Remove the memory card and battery for at least five seconds. Reinstall the battery and close the Battery/Memory Card door. Turn on the camera.
Chapter 9 I have to recharge the Lithium Ion battery frequently. • See “Extending battery life” on page 40. • A battery that is new or has not been charged recently must be recharged to reach full capacity. • If you have not used the battery for two months or longer, recharge it. The Lithium Ion battery will not charge. • Try charging it again after it has drained awhile. • Use only the charger that came with your camera.
My image is blurry. • Use Focus Lock (see “Using Focus Lock” on page 12). • Use Steady Photo shooting mode (see Steady Photo under “Using the Picture Capture and Video Record menus” on page 15). • Use a tripod to hold the camera steady, or improve lighting conditions. Auto Flash or Flash On and set the shooting mode to • Set the flash to Action. My image is too bright. • Turn the flash off (see “Setting the flash” on page 14). • Move back from the subject and use zoom. My image is too dark.
Chapter 9 I have two memory cards that are the same size, but one stores many more pictures than the other. • Your memory card may contain files that are not images or videos recognized by the camera. Save any data on the memory card that you want to keep, then format the memory card (see “Install and format an optional memory card” on page 6).
The camera gets warm (or even hot) to the touch. This is normal. However, if anything seems out of the ordinary, turn off the camera and allow it to cool. Then examine the camera and the battery for signs of possible damage. For best image quality, turn off the camera when not using. Always store the camera in a cool place. My camera stalls when establishing a connection to the computer. • Your memory card may have a large number of images stored on it.
Chapter 9 My camera shuts down unexpectedly. • A power surge or electrostatic discharge may have affected the camera. Remove the battery and reset the camera (see “Resetting the camera” on page 33). Then reinstall the battery and turn on the camera. • Recharge the battery. • Replace the battery. I am having a problem installing or using the HP Photosmart Software. • Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements as stated on the camera packaging.
10 Product support Use this section to find support information for your digital camera, including links to helpful websites and an overview of the support process. Helpful websites Camera tips, product registration, newsletter subscriptions, driver and software updates, purchase HP supplies and accessories www.hp.com Customers with disabilities www.hp.com/hpinfo/community/accessibility (English only) Hewlett-Packard Technical Support; firmware, software, and driver updates; support information www.
A Managing batteries Your camera uses an HP Photosmart LI40 battery (Q6277A), a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery. Top points about batteries • • • • • • • Use only an HP Photosmart LI40 battery with your camera. Always insert the battery in the camera correctly (see “Install the battery” on page 5). New rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are shipped partially charged. Fully charge them before first use. A rechargeable Lithium Ion battery can be left in the camera for any period of time without harm.
• • Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging, or storing the battery, the battery emits an unusual smell, feels excessively hot (note that it is normal for the battery to feel warm), changes color or shape, or appears abnormal in any other way. In the event the battery leaks and the fluid gets into one’s 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.
Appendix A Safety precautions for recharging batteries You can recharge an HP Photosmart LI40 battery in the charger that came with your camera. The charger may be warm while charging the battery. This is normal. However, you should follow the safety precautions below. • Do not charge any other battery than the HP Photosmart LI40 battery in the charger that came with your camera. • Insert the battery in the correct orientation. • Use the charger in a dry location only.
B Specifications Resolution Pictures: • 7.2MP (3096 by 2328) effective pixel count • 7.38MP (3152 by 2342) total pixel count Video clips (QVGA): 320 by 240 total pixel count, 24 frames/sec Sensor Diagonal 7.26 mm (1/2.5-inch, 4:3 format) CCD Color depth 36 bit (12 bits by 3 colors). 36 bit images are transformed into an optimized 24 bit image and stored in the JPEG format.
Appendix B (continued) • • This camera supports storing a maximum of 2000 images on a memory card. The number of images or video clips that can be saved in memory depends on the Image Quality settings (see “Memory capacity” on page 44). Compression format • • JPEG (EXIF) for pictures Motion JPEG for video clips Interfaces USB mini-B Standards • • • • • • • External body dimensions Measurements with camera off and lens retracted (width, depth, height): 96.16 mm (W) by 25.8 mm (D) by 62.2 mm (H) (3.
Index A E L Action mode 15 adding borders 22 arrow buttons 3 assistance 39 Auto mode 15 e-mail images 30 exposure 12 Landscape mode 15 Language 5, 32 F M Back button 3 battery charge 4 conserving 40 install 5 shots per 41 top points about use 40 battery door 4 borders 22 Burst setting 15, 16 F-number 43 Favorites 21 flash red-eye reduction 14 setting 14 Flash button 3 focal length 43 focus auto focus 10 brackets 10 focus lock 12 optimizing 11 format memory card 6 C G camera dimensions 44 parts 3
Playback 18 Playback Menu 19 Portrait mode 15 power indicators 41 light 3 ON/OFF button 3 print images 26, 28 prints, buy online 30 problems and solutions 33 R record video clips 10 red-eye removal 20 Region 5 remaining pictures count 9 removing red eyes 20 reset camera 33 resolution 43 reviewing images 18 S safety precautions for batteries 40, 42 selecting images for destinations 30, 31 selecting images for printing 28 Self-Timer light 4 Self-Timer setting 15, 16 sending individual images 30, 31 set date
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