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1. 1 2 Press the gt button E The last image appears on the screen Select the desired video clip with the lt IP buttons To view the previous video Clip press d button l gt m SET m To view the next video clip B 0008 0008 press P button Press the SET button E Playback begins E The elapsed time is displayed on the LCD monitor E Press the SET button again to stop the playback 29 NOTE E To play the video clip back on your computer you may use either Windows Media Player or Apple QuickTime Player m QuickTime basic player is available free of charge compatible with both Mac and Windows computers and can be download from the Apple web site at www apple com For help using QuickTime Player usage please refer to the QuickTime on line help for more information Slide Show Display The slideshow function enables you to playback your images back automatically in order one image at a time 1 Press the gt button 2 Press the MENU button 3 Select Slide Show with the lt gt buttons and press the SET button Slide shiii E The slideshow starts E All still images in the folder are automatically played back 4 To stop the slideshow during playback press the SET button NOTE m Video clips are displayed the first frame image and they are not played back BO Protecting Images Set the data to read only to prevent images from being erased by mi2. E Delete All Deletes all of the images video clips except for the protected files 4 Select OK with the 4 buttons and press the SET buiton E To not delete select W and press the SET button m lal 0 is displayed when no images are stored in the memory card or internal memory NOTE m To delete images or videos stored in internal memory do not insert a memory card into the camera Otherwise you will delete the images or video clips stored on the memory card MENU OPTIONS Capture Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images Im 1 Toggle the MODE button to CB and pei alate press the SET button a 2 Press the MENU button Qualit Eia Normal 33 Select the desired option item with the AP buttons Toggle the SET button to select the desired setting To exit from the menu press the MENU button Quality This sets the quality compression rate at which the image is captured Normal t Fine ee Super fine go 8 OW E Size This sets the size of the image that will be captured a VGA ome 1 3MP sme 3MP ame 4MP HEE J 5MP WB White Balance This sets the white balance capturing under a variety of lighting conditions and permits images to be captured that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye A Auto Daylight i Cloudy j A Tungsten i A Fluorescent BA E Shooting R
3. Description Self timer Red Blinking Self timer function is activated Status Green _ o Fasnisot Beep Description 1 sound The camera is powered on Camera operation Self timer mode for the first 7 seconds After an image video clip is captured 2 sounds Cannot operate or undefined button function Low battery power Self timer mode for the last 3 seconds Beeper is set to off S138 LCD Monitor Icons Capture mode 1 Capture mode 2 Focus mode No icon Normal mode DJ Macro mode 3 Shooting mode a No icon Single N Macro mode O idi Cont 1 3MP 9 A Cont VGA 4 White balance 7 Possible number of shots at A Auto aa size and quality Daylight 8 it oon indicator Cloudy 9 Flash mode Tungsten E Flash off A Fluorescent 5 Size AZ Auto flash m VGA Flash off om 1 3MP 10 Remaining battery status a a 3MP m Full battery power ams 4MP 3 Medium battery power iff 5MP No battery power 6 Quality Blinking Normal 11 Storage media Fine No icon Internal memory re Super fine e SD memory card 14 Video mode Video mode Storage media Remaining battery status Possible recording time Size O Oo A OON Focus mode at preview mode only Playback mode Still image playback 1 Capture mode 2 Protect icon 3 File number total files Playback mode Video playback 1 Total recorded time 2 Video mo
4. Toggle the MODE button to and press the SET button 2 Select the desired option item with the P buttons 3 Toggle the SET button to select the Language desired setting English 36 To exit from the menu press the MENU button E Language Refer to section in this manual titled Choosing the Language for further details Frequency This camera supports different lighting frequencies 50 Hz and 60 Hz When photographing under fluorescent lighting select the correct frequency setting depending in your local area s voltage This function is only effective if you set the White Balance to Fluorescent setting 50Hz 60Hz Power Off If no operation is performed for a specific period of time the power to the camera is automatically turned off This feature is useful to reduce battery wear 1 Min 3 Min Off Beeper This sets whether or not to mute the camera sound each time you press the camera button On Off Format Refer to section in this manual titled Formatting the SD Memory Card or Internal Memory for further details Eel a Reset This returns all basic settings to the camera s default settings TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES TO YOUR COMPUTER To transfer images video clips from the camera to your computer follow these steps Step 1 Installing the USB driver Windows 98 and Mac OS 9 0 users only Step 2 Connecting the camera to your computer Step 3 Downloading imag
5. a desired location Macintosh Open the untitled disk window and the hard disk or the destination location Drag and drop from the camera disk to the desired destination NOTE E Memory card users may prefer to use a memory card reader highly recommended m Video playback application is not included with the package Make sure that video playback application has been installed in your computer USING THE CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your digital still camera can act as a PC camera which allows you to videoconference with business associates or have a real time conversation with friends or family To use the camera as a PC camera follow these steps Step 1 Installing the PC camera driver same as USB driver Step 2 Connecting the camera to your computer Step 3 Running your application software i e Windows NetMeeting 4 NOTE E Video conferencing or video editing software is not included with the camera E This mode is not supported for Mac General System Requirements for Videoconferencing To use the camera for videoconferencing your computer system must include MM Microphone M Sound card Mi Speakers or headphones MM Network or Internet connection Step1 Installing the PC Camera Driver The PC camera driver included on the CD ROM is exclusively for Windows The PC camera function is not supported for Mac platforms 1 Insert the CD ROM that came with the camera into your CD ROM drive T
6. equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual If such changes or modifications should be made you could be required to stop operation of the equipment READ THIS FIRST Notice 1 Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice This includes primary product specifications software software drivers and user s manual This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product 2 The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from those described in this manual This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements customer demographics and geographical preferences Products very often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries memory cards cables pouches and language support Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color appearance and internal memory capacity Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories 3 The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual design of your camera 4 The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user s manual 5 For driver updates and revisions to this manual please refer to our website www geniusnet com SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this pro
7. in the camera However you can expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD Secure Digital memory card so that you can store additional images and video clips 1 Make sure the camera is turned off 2 Slide the battery SD card cover in the direction of the OPEN arrow 3 Insert the SD memory card m The front side of the memory card printed arrow should face towards the rear side of the camera m If the card cannot be inserted check the orientation 4 Close the battery SD card cover NOTE E Be sure to format the memory card with this camera before its initial usage Refer to section in this manual titled Formatting Media for further details To remove a memory card Make sure the camera is turned off Open the battery memory card cover Press lightly on the edge of the memory card and it will eject NOTE E To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD memory card you can slide the write protected tab on the side of the SD memory card to LOCK LOCK 4 BLOCK E To save edit or erase data on an SD memory card you must unlock the card Write protect tab Write protection state 17 Turning the Power On Off Load the batteries before starting Turning the power on 1 Slide the lens cover to open 2 Press the POWER bution to turn the power on E The status LED lights green and the camera is initiated E When the power is turned on the camera wil
8. lighting if possible and having your subject not look directly into the camera The camera s pre flash and slight delay in this mode will also help to improve your images NOTE E Flash off is the default setting E The flash mode is automatically set to off for close up photography E f you will not be using the flash turn it off Turning the flash OFF will result in faster camera startup and faster operation because the capacitor will not be charged needlessly Turning the flash OFF when not needed will also improve battery life Shooting Mode This sets the recording method at the time of capturing images You can capture different still images including single self timer continuous 1 3MP and continuous VGA 1 Toggle the MODE button to Ce and press the SET button a Press the MENU button 26 b Select Shooting with the CP buttons c Toggle the SET button to select the desired option item d Press the MENU button to exit from the menu screen 2 Compose the image and press the shutter button This table below will help you choose the appropriate shooting mode No icon Single Captures an image at a time Self timer The image is captured about 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed The self timer LED blinks slowly for 7 seconds and then blinks rapidly for the last 3 seconds This allows you to get into the scene when taking group images i Cont 1 3MP Permits continuous photogra
9. state might cause fire or electric shock Consult the store of purchase Do not fire the flash close to anyone s eyes This might cause damage to the person s eyesight Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak If the internal fluid enters your eyes or ea comes into contact with your body or clothes rinse with fresh water lf the internal fluid has entered your eyes consult a physician to receive treatment E Acamera is a precision instrument Do not drop it strike it or use excessive force when handling the camera G This might cause damage to the camera m Do not use the camera in humid steamy smoky or dusty places GJ This might cause fire or electric shock E Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of continuous use S The battery becomes hot during use Touching a hot battery might cause burns E Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets This might cause heat to build up and deform the case WS resulting in fire Use the camera in a well ventilated place E Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise significantly such as inside a car This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside resulting in fire E Before you move the camera disconnect cords and cables S Failure to do this might damage cords and cables resulting in fire and electric shock Notes on Battery U
10. FCC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna M Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver M Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules Do not make any changes or modifications to the
11. all the images are unnecessary E Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at a later time E An SD memory card having any problem cannot be properly formatted 19 Setting Image Resolution and Quality Resolution and quality settings determine the pixel size dimension image file size and compression ratio for your image These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in internal memory or on an SD memory card As you get to know the camera it is JM recommended that you try each munn quality and resolution setting to get an appreciation for the effects that these settings will have on your images Higher resolution and higher quality images offer the best photographic results but produce large files sizes Therefore few images will take up a lot of memory space High resolution and quality settings are recommended for printed output and situations requiring the finest detail Lower resolution quality images take up less memory space and may be quite suitable for sharing images via e mail in a report or on a web page To change image resolution or image quality perform the steps below 1 Toggle the MODE button to E and press the SET button 2 Press the MENU button 3 Select Quality Size with the AP buttons 4 Toggle the SET button to select the desired setting 20 5 To exit from the menu press the MENU button NOTE E n video mode only size setti
12. as or scanners Organize them conveniently with the Visual Browse mode Use hundreds of ready to use templates such as albums cards posters slideshows and more Edit and enhance images with photo editing tools photographic filters and special effects 44 Embellish projects by adding creative design elements such as frames callouts and stamp objects Share results with family and friends via e mail and multiple print options 1 Insert the enclosed CD ROM into your CD ROM drive 2 When the welcome screen appears click Install Ulead Photo Express Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation of NOTE E For more information on how to use Photo Express to edit and retouch your recorded images please refer to its online help m For Windows 2000 XP users make sure to install and use the Photo Express while logged in as a user with an Administrator account m Photo Express is not supported on the Mac _45 CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Sensor Approx 3 2 Mega pixels Image resolution lt Still image gt 2560 x 1920 pixels FW interpolation to 5 Mega pixels 2304 x 1728 pixels FW interpolation to 4 Mega pixels 2048 x 1536 pixels 1280 x 960 pixels 640 x 480 pixels lt Video clip gt VGA pixels QVGA pixels LCD 1 5 color TFT LCD 228 x 220 pixels Memory type 16MB internal memory 16MB available for image storage Support SD memory card up to 1GB capacity File
13. corded images movie clips or adjust menu settings Before you start capturing images be sure that the lens cover is opened and the focus switch is set to the appropriate photography mode 1 Set the focus switch to ny 2 Slide the lens cover to open 22 3 Press the POWER button 4 Toggle the MODE button to E and press the SET button 5 Compose your image in the LCD monitor Place the subject of your photo at the center and press the shutter button NOTE m The LCD monitor darkens in strong or bright light This is not a malfunction Macro Mode For close up of small subjects like flowers or insects shoot using the Macro mode You can use this feature for close ups of subjects up to the distances from 0 4 0 6m 1 Set the focus switch to a 2 Slide the lens cover to open 3 Press the POWER button 4 Toggle the MODE button to E and press the SET button 5 Compose the image and press the shutter button 43 NOTE E The flash mode is automatically set to off for close up photography E Don t forget to set the focus switch back to Normal mode the focus switch is set to A after close ups shooting Digital Zoom Using digital zoom images appear closer Digital processing lets you zoom in the image without deterioration 1 Toggle the MODE button to Gi and press the SET button 2 Compose your picture while viewing the LCD monitor 3 Toggle the Q button to magnif
14. de 3 Protect icon 4 File number total files 5 Video playback stop indicator J5 GETTING STARTED Attaching the Hand Strap To prevent accidental slippage during use always use the strap E Attach the camera strap as follows 1 Thread the small loop of the hand strap through the hand strap eyelet on the camera 2 Pull the large loop through the small loop until the strap is firmly secured Installing Batteries You can use 2 AAA size batteries Alkaline Ni MH to power the camera 1 Make sure the camera is off 2 Slide the battery SD card cover in the direction of the OPEN arrow 3 Insert the batteries according to the correct polarity marks or 4 Close the battery SD card cover firmly NOTE E Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance This low temperature will also influence alkaline battery performance therefore Ni MH rechargeable battery is highly recommended E f you will not be using the batteries for an extended period of time remove them from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion E Never use batteries of different types together or mix old and new batteries m Never use manganese batteries 16 Inserting an SD memory card optional accessory The camera comes with 16MB 14MB available for image storage of internal memory allowing you to store images and video clips
15. duct WARNING m If foreign objects or water have entered the camera turn the power OFF and remove the batteries 9 Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock Consult the store of purchase E If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged S turn the power OFF and remove the battery Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock Consult the store of purchase m Do not disassemble change or repair the camera This might cause fire or electric shock For repair or internal inspection ask retailer where you purchased it m Use the specified batteries Use with any other type of batteries might cause explosion or influence the camera s performance Do not use the camera in areas near water This might cause fire or electric shock Take special care during rain snow on the beach or near the shore Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over causing injury E Keep the batteries out of the reach of children Swallowing batteries might cause poisoning If the battery is accidentally swallowed immediately consult a physician E Do not use the camera while you are walking driving or 2 2 02 riding a motorcycle SY This might cause you to fall over or result in a traffic accident CAUTION m If foreign objects or water have entered the camera turn the power OFF and remove the batteries Continued use in this
16. e and video files System Requirements Windows Pentium 200 MHz or higher Windows 98 98SE Me 2000 XP 64MB RAM 128MB hard disk space CD ROM drive Available USB port System Requirements Macintosh PowerPC G3 G4 OS 9 0 or later 64MB RAM 128MB hard disk space CD ROM drive 38 W Available USB port Step 1 Installing the USB driver Windows 98 computers The USB driver on the CD ROM is exclusively for Windows 98 computers Installing the USB driver on computers running Windows 2000 ME XP is not necessary 1 Insert the CD ROM that came with the camera into your CD ROM drive The welcome screen appears 2 Click USB PC CAM DRIVER Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation After the USB driver has been installed restart your computer Macintosh OS 9 0 computers For Mac OS 9 0 or higher the computer will automatically recognize the camera and load its own USB drivers NOTE m The USB driver that bundled inside the CD ROM is designed in a form 2 in 1 USB amp PC camera driver a On Windows 98 the Windows OS will install both USB amp PC camera drivers b On Windows 2000 ME XP it will only install PC camera driver Step 2 Connecting the camera to your computer 1 Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer 2 Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the camera 39 3 Select with the 4 button and press the SET butto
17. efer to its respective help documentation SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Installing Photo Explorer Ulead Photo Explorer provides a simple and efficient way to transfer browse modify and distribute digital media Acquire photos video or sound clips from 43 various digital device types and easily browse or add personal descriptions make timely modifications or distribute the media through the medium of your choice E mail Print Slideshow Presentations It is an indispensable all in one tool for owners of digital cameras WebCams DV camcorders scanners or anyone who strives to effectively organize a large collection of digital media 1 Insert the enclosed CD ROM into your CD ROM drive 2 When the welcome screen appears click Install Ulead Photo Explorer Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation of NOTE m For more information about the operation of Photo Explorer application software refer to its respective help documentation m For Windows 2000 XP users please make sure to install and use the Photo Explorer in Administrator mode m Photo Explorer is not supported on the Mac iPhoto or iPhoto2is recommended Installing Photo Express Ulead Photo Express is complete photo project software for digital images The step by step workflow visual program interface and in program help assist users in creating exciting photo projects Acquire digital photos effortlessly from digital camer
18. efer to section in this manual titled Shooting Mode for further details Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips 1 Toggle the MODE button to and press the SET button 2 Press the MENU button 3 Toggle the SET button to select the desired setting 4 To exit from the menu press the MENU button E Size This sets the size of the video clip that will be recorded m VGA a QVGA Playback Menu In the mode set which settings are to be used for playback 1 Press the gt button 2 Press the MENU button 3 Select the desired option item with the CP buttons 4 Press the SET button to enter its Delete submenu or execute its function 5 Select the desired setting with the lt gt buttons and press the SET button 235 6 To exit from playback mode press the gt button Delete Refer to the section in the Deleting Images for further details Delete All Refer to the section in the Deleting Images for further details E Slideshow Refer to the section in the Slideshow Display for further details Protect Refer to the section in the Protecting Images for further details m Thumbnail Refer to section in this manual titled Thumbnail Display for further details Rotation Refer to the section in the Rotating Images for further details Setup Menu Set your camera s operating environment 1
19. he welcome screen appears 2 Click USB PC CAM DRIVER Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation 3 After the driver installation is completed restart your computer NOTE m The USB driver that bundled inside the CD ROM is designed in a form 2 in 1 USB amp PC camera driver a On Windows 98 the Windows OS will install both USB amp PC camera drivers b On Windows 2000 ME XP it will only install PC camera driver Step2 Connecting the Camera to Your Computer 1 Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer 42 2 Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the camera 3 Select using the P button and press the SET button 4 Position the camera steadily on top of your computer monitor or use a tripod Step3 Running Your Application Software i e Windows NetMeeting To use Windows NetMeeting for videoconferencing 1 Go to Start Programs Accessories Communications NetMeeting to launch the NetMeeting program 2 Click the Start Video button to view live video 3 Click the Place Call button 4 Type the e mail address or the network address of the computer that you are calling 5 Click Call The person that you are calling must also have Windows NetMeeting running and be willing accept your call to start the videoconference NOTE E For more information about the operation of videoconference application software r
20. l start in the capture mode Turning the power off Press the POWER button to turn the power off NOTE E The power is turned off automatically when the camera has not been operated for a fixed period of time To resume the operation condition turn the power on again Refer to section in this manual titled Power Off in the Setup Menu for further details Choosing the Language Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor 1 Toggle the MODE button to and press the SET button 2 Select Language and toggle the SET button to select the displayed language Language English 18 3 To exit from the menu press the MENU button Formatting the SD Memory Card or Internal Memory This utility formats the SD memory card or internal memory and erases all stored images and data 1 Toggle the MODE button to and press the SET button 2 Select Format with the 4 P buttons and press the SET button 3 Select with the 4 P buttons and press the SET button Format To cancel formatting select Ga and press the SET button 4 To exit from the menu press the MENU button amp NOTE E To format the internal memory do not insert an SD memory card into the camera Otherwise you will format the SD memory card E Formatting the SD memory card also erases the protected images All data other than images are also erased Before formatting the card make sure that
21. n 4 From the Windows desktop double click on My Computer 5 Look for a new removable disk icon This removable disk is actually the memory or memory card in your camera Typically the camera will be assigned drive letter e or higher 6 Double click on the removable disk and locate the DCIM folder 7 Double click on the DCIM folder to open it to find more folders E Your recorded images and video clips will be inside these folders E Copy amp Paste or Drag N Drop image and video files to a folder on your computer Mac users Double click the untitled disk drive icon on our desktop iPhoto may automatically launch The volume label may vary depending upon whether you use internal camera memory or a memory card Step 3 Downloading Images Video clips When the camera is turned on and connected to your computer it is considered as a disk drive just like a floppy disk or CD You can download transfer images video clips by copying them from the removable disk untitled disk ona Macintosh to your computer hard drive or to another kind of disk 40 Windows Open the removable disk and subsequent folders by double clicking on them Your images are inside these folder s Select the images that you want and then choose Copy from the Edit menu Open the destination location folder and choose Paste from the Edit menu You may also drag and drop image files from the camera to
22. ng is available Possible number of shots still image The table below shows the approximate number of shots that you can take at each setting based on internal memory and SD memory card SD Memory Card 240 482 967 62 126 256 514 1031 02 21 4 8 0 7 2560x1920 5MP 62 49 7a ise s07 617 1238 773 e 2048x1536 3MP Normal Fine Super fine 2304x1728 Normal _ mme f 4 100 202 406 e14 4MP Super fine Normal _ Fine 2 812 3262 amp Fe 4 Superfine 35 66 135 274 551 1105 2213 Normal 110 207 422 853 1714 3439 6886 ven fine 90 169 345 689 1402 2814 5634 ww superfine 76 143 292 590 1187 2881 4767 The above data shows the standard testing results The actual capacity varies 1280x960 1 2 0 5 1 0 3 according to the shooting conditions and settings Oi Possible recording time sec video clip Internal SD memory card me aseve siwe ies 19 19 38 45 1 17 35 The data shows the standard testing results The actual capacity varies according to the shooting conditions and settings Frame rate of video recording would be different depending on the SD memory card access speed If using a low access speed SD memory card it influences the frame rate and recording time CAPTURE MODE Normal Mode Your camera is equipped with a 1 5 TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images playback re
23. p E Quick guide E Camera pouch H 2 AAA alkaline batteries NOTE E Accessories and components vary by retailer GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View Name Description Strap eyelet Camera strap attachment Protects the lens form a sharp image on the sensor captured Provides flash illumination en POWER Power button Turns the camera power on and off T Shutter button Captures an image or records a video clip when the button is pressed 10 Rear View _ tere _ beseripton _ Focus switch Allows you to choose the appropriate focus setting hh Normal mode Allows you to capture images of subjects at a distance of 1 5m to infinity Y Macro mode Allows you to capture close ups of subjects up to the distances from 0 4 0 6m a Playback button Enters or exits playback mode laa MODE button Sets the camera mode 11 ff tame __ peserpton ___ SET button Confirms the chosen settings Flash button Allows you to choose the appropriate flash setting T MENU button Toggles OSD menu on and off Zoom one Zooms in out the image LCD monitor Provides menu information to operate the camera and previews the image before capturing it and review it afterwards 9 USB connector Connects a USB cable to the camera Name Description 512 LED Indicator amp Beep This describes the color and state of the LED indicator ep Color state
24. phy of 3 images max with the image size of 1 3MP E Cont VGA Permits continuous photography of 3 images max with the image size of VGA VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips without audio at a resolution of VGA QVGA pixels 37 1 Slide the lens cover to open 2 Press the POWER button 3 Toggle the MODE button to 8 and press the SET button 4 To start recording a video clip press the shutter button m The recording time depends on the storage size and the subject of the image to be recorded 5 Pressing the shutter button again stops recording an NOTE E Flash cannot be used PLAYBACK MODE Playing Back Still Images You can play back still images on the LCD monitor 1 Slide the lens cover to open 2 Press the POWER button 3 Press the button E The last image appears on the screen 4 Select the desired image with the 4 gt buttons a gt 0003 0003 m To view the previous image press 4 button 28 E To view the next image press P button in NOTE Images are played back from the following storage media When no memory card is loaded it plays back from internal memory When an SD memory card is loaded it plays back from SD memory card If there are no images stored in memory icon will appear on the LCD monitor Playing Back Video Clips You can play back video clips on the LCD monitor
25. s formats JPEG AVI MPEG 1 for video clip Lens Focal length f 8 5mm F number 2 8 Focus range Normal 1 5m infinity Macro 0 4m 0 6m Video frame rate VGA 10fps QVGA 15fps Digital Zoom 4X digital zoom 46 Terminal Power supply 2 AAA Alkaline 1 5V or Ni MH 1 2V batteries Dimensions W xH x D 89 5 x 56 x 24 mm exclusive of protruding features Weight Approx 82g without batteries and memory card Design and specifications are subject to change without notice TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the symptoms and measures listed below before sending the camera for repairs If the problem persists contact your local reseller or service center Power Supply Symptom Cause Measure The batteries are not The power Load the batteries correctly loaded does not come i i on The batteries are Replace with a new set of exhausted batteries The camera was left The power cuts unattended and unused Turn the power back on out during use so the auto powers off cuts it off 47 Symptom Cause Measure The batteries are Replace with a new set of exhausted batteries It is being used in extreme low The batteries temperature run out quickly Many shots are being captured in dark places inside requiring flash The batteries Long period of or camera continuous use of the feels warm camera or the flash Shooting Symptom Even if press The batteries are running Replace
26. sage When you use the battery carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below m Use only the specified battery m Avoid using the battery in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance Avoid using the batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the batteries life and reduce camera performance This low temperature will also influence alkaline batteries performance therefore Ni MH rechargeable batteries are highly recommended When you are using the new rechargeable batteries or a rechargeable battery that has not been used for an extended period of time the batteries that passed the expiry date are exception might affect the number of images that can be captured Therefore to maximize their performance and lifetime we recommend that you fully charge the batteries and discharge them for at least one complete cycle before use The battery may feel warm after long period of continuous use of the camera or the flash This is normal and not a malfunction The camera may feel warm after long period of continuous use This is normal and not a malfunction If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time remove it from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion If the batteries are not to be used for a long period of time store it after no battery power left If the battery is stored for a long
27. stake 1 Press the gt button 2 Press the MENU button 3 Select Protect with the 4 buttons and press the SET button Vv 4 Select amp and press the SET button E Protection is applied to the image and the camera returns to the playback mode E The protect icon amp is displayed with protected images Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view as many as 6 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may search fora ie 1 Press the button a Is 2 Press the MENU button 3 Select Thumbnail with the 4 gt buttons and press the SET button E B ma D 4 Press the 4 buttons to select the Thunbna 3 image to be displayed at regular size ie 5 Press the SET button E The selected image is displayed at its regular size Rotating the Images You can rotate still images during image playback 1 Press the button 2 Press the MENU button 3 Select Rotation with the lt gt buttons and press the SET button E The image is in a 90 degree rotated and displayed counterclockwise 4 Repeating the steps 2 3 will return the image to the normal display DELETING IMAGES Deleting single images Deleting all images 1 Press the gt button 2 Press the MENU button 3 Select the Delete or Delete All with the 4 buttons and press the SET button E Delete Deletes the selected last image video clip except for the Delete ee protected file
28. ted and stored cannot be formatted by this device on by this device replayed The file is protected Cancel protection Files cannot be deleted You played back a Loaded a card that was memory card that was not formatted and stored on by formatted by this device this device The memory card is Remove the Cannot format a l l l write protected write protection memory card End of memory card life Load a new memory card 50 Other Problem Symptom Cannot load the memory The card is facing Insert correctly card the wrong way Even when the camera s The battery is Recharge or use the buttons are pressed it running low AC power adapter does not operate About connecting to your computer software Measure Check whether the hard disk has The free space on a space for running Windows and the hard disk in your if the drive for loading image files Cannot computer may be has a capacity at least that of the download insufficient memory card inserted in the images camera The USB driver is not installed for Install USB driver Windows 98 98SE zS ji
29. time in a fully charged state its performance may be impaired Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions Never use batteries of different types together or mix old and new batteries Never use manganese batteries CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Overview st Package contents GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View Rear View LED Indicator amp Beep LCD Monitor Icons GETTING STARTED _ 16 22 Attaching the Camera Strap Loading the Batteries Inserting and Removing the SD Memory Card optional accessory Turning the Power On Off Choosing the Language Formatting the SD Memory Card or Internal Memory Setting Image Resolution and Quality CAPTURE MODE Normal Mode Macro Mode Digital Zoom Flash Shooting Mode VIDEO MODE Recording video clips PLAYBACK MODE 28 32 Playing Back Still Images Playing Back Video Clips Slideshow Display Protecting Images Thumbnail Display Rotating the Image DELETING IMAGES Deleting single image deleting all images MENU OPTIONS _________ Capture Menu Video Menu Playback Menu Setup Menu TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR COMPUTER Step 1 Installing the USB driver Step 2 Connecting the camera to your computer Step 3 Downloading images and video files USING THE DIGITAL STILL CAMERA AS APC CAMERA _____istw 41 43 Step 1 Installing the PC Camera Driver Step 2 Connec
30. ting the digital still camera to your computer Step 3 Running your application software i e Windows NetMeeting EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION _ 43 45 Installing Photo Explorer Installing Photo Express CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS _ 46 47 CAMERA TROUBLESHOOTING 47 51 INTRODUCTION Overview Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera The main features provided by the camera include the following LCD monitor Recording media Digital zoom Flexible flash settings Focus mode Shooting mode Video mode Thumbnail display 1 5 color TFT LCD 228 x 220 pixels monitor makes it easy to frame your subject when capturing images It also displays the images you have captured 16 MB internal memory available for image storage External memory supports SD memory card up to 1 GB capacity 4X digital zoom permits zoom photography Change the flash setting according to your lighting environment and photography mode setting Images can be captured with the distance to the subject set by normal and macro Capture different still images including single self timer continuous 1 3MP and continuous VGA Record video clips without voice Displays a set of 6 images on the LCD monitor for easier and quicker selection of images Package contents Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items a Digital camera i Software CD ROM E USB cable E Camera stra
31. with a new set of the shutter low batteries button the The power is not on Turn the power on camera does i The camera is not in Toggle the MODE button not shoot f shooting mode to shooting mode The internal memory or Insert a new memory memory card does not card or delete unwanted have any free capacity files 48 Symptom Cause Measure Insert a new memory End of memory card life card Wait until the status LED The flash is recharging lights green Format the memory card The memory card is in this camera before its unrecognized by the first use or when it was camera used other than this camera The auto power off function Turn the power on again is activated The memory card is Remove the write protected write protection Images do not The power is not on Turn the power on appear on the LCD monitor The lens cover is not open Open the lens cover The flash does not fire The Switch to another mode The flash is set to off flash cannot other than one of those recharge l The image was captured in The image is l Set the flash to something a dark place while set to no too dark other than flash off mode flash 49 Playback Symptom Measure It is not set to playback Toggle the gt button to Cannot playback mode playback mode The contents of You played back a Insert a memory card that memory card memory card that was not was format
32. y up to 4x ix ox ax ax 4 Press the shutter button to capture a ree image NOTE E The digital zoom function is not automatically cancelled after the image is captured E The digital zoom is only activated in single and self timer shooting modes m 4MP and 5MP are made by F W interpolation so the digital zoom is not available 24 Flash Set the flash for capturing images The flash firing mode can be set to suit for the photographic conditions When the camera is in Normal mode the focus switch is set to iA you can capture an image using a flash mode suitable to your circumstances o 1 Toggle the MODE button to Ce and press the SET button 2 Toggle the button until the desired flash mode appears 3 Compose the image and press the shutter button The available flash settings in normal mode D The flash will not fire Select this mode when taking images in a place where flash photography is Fiash otf prohibited or when the distance to the subject is beyond the effective range of the flash AG The flash fires automatically according to the ambient lighting conditions Select this mode for general flash Auto flash photography 25 oh Use this mode to reduce the red eye effect when you want to capture natural looking photographs of Red eye reduction people and animals in low light conditions When capturing photographs of people the red eye effect can be reduced by increasing the room
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