HP Photosmart 120 Digital Camera
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1. 13 Turningonpower 14 Choosing the language 14 Setting the date and time 15 Installing the sofiware 16 2 Taking Pictures Taking a picture 19 Using Instant Review 19 Recording video clips 20 Using the self timer 21 Using Preview mode 21 Using digital zoom 22 Using the flash 23 Changing the image quality 23 3 Reviewing Your Images Playback mode 25 Playback menu 27 Printing your images 28 Deleting your images 29 Viewing thumbnail images 30 Magnifying your images 31 Using the Setup menu 32 4 Connecting and Printing Connecting to a computer 35 Printing yourimages 36 Printing with a CF memory card 37 4 Troubleshooting and Support Problems and Solutions 39 Error Messages 2 eee ee eee eee tees 45 Error Messages on the Display 45 Error Messages on the Computer 47 Getting Assistance 48 Finding help on the web 48 Contacting HP Customer Support2. 48 Hardware Repair Services 49 Obtaining support in the United States 49 Obtaining support worldwide 51 Appendix A Accessories and Battery Management Accessories 55 Managing Batteries 55 Extending battery life 56 Rechargeable batteries 56 Power Conservation 57 Appendix B Reference Camera Specifications 59 Getting Started Congratulations on the purchase of your new HP photosmart 120 series digital camera This easy to use digital camera takes high quality photos records video clips and makes it easy for you to share your photos with family and friends You can select images that you want to print by using the HP Photo Imaging software for Microsoft Windows and Macintosh The images are ready to print as soon as you connect your camera to a computer You can also print images by inserting the optional CompactFlash CF memory card directly into an HP photosmart or CF card compatible printer 1 Getting Started 7 Camera Parts hp Photosmart 120 Name Description 1 Video button Records a video clip press once to start and press again to stop 2 Shutter button Takes a picture 3 Video Self timer light Solid red indicates that the camera is recording video Blinking red indica
3. 30 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Magnifying your images You can enlarge your images on the Display by using the Magnify 9 option Select an image that you want to magnify and then press OK A progress bar is visible on the Display as the image is magnified In the Magnify menu you can scroll up or down right or lett magnify more or exit by using the menu icons provided on the Display a ScrollUp Down 3 Reviewing Your Images 31 Using the Setup menu You can use the Setup Y menu to configure preferences on the camera Move through the Setup menu by using the lt gt buttons and then press OK to make your selection 3 Setup Date amp Time Date amp Time For information about setting the date and time refer to Chapter 1 Getting Started When replacing the batteries in the camera you may need to reset the date and time USB Configuration setting This setting determines how the camera appears when connected to a computer 3 USB Configuration Digital Camera Disk Drive Digital Camera causes the computer to recognize the camera as a digital camera Picture Transfer Protocol PTP standard This is he default setting on the camera Disk Drive causes the computer to recognize the camera as a disk drive Mass Storage Device Class MSDC standard 32 hp photosmart 120 user s manual NOTE If you are connecting to a computer running Windows you can use either sett
4. 4 Connecting and Printing 37 38 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Troubleshooting and Support Problems and Solutions Problem Possible cause Solution The camera does not turn on The batteries Use only photo quality AA are not lithium alkaline Ni Cd or functioning Ni MH batteries Br Ensure the batteries are inserted correctly The charge in the batteries can be low or completely drained Try installing new or recharged batteries The HP AC Ensure that the HP AC adapter adapter is not is not damaged or defective functioning and is plugged into an correctly electrical outlet with power The HP AC Ifyou want to use battery adapter is power disconnect the HP AC connected to the camera but it is not connected toa power outlet adapter from the camera If you want to use AC power connect the HP AC adapter to a working electrical outlet 5 Troubleshooting and Support 39 Problem Possible cause Solution The camera The camera is Turn on the camera does not off respond The camera is The camera buttons other than when I press connected toa the 9 ON OFF button do not a button computer respond when the camera is connected to a computer The batteries Replace the batteries are drained The camera Remove and reinsert the has stopped batteries Replace the batteries operating if necessary The camera You did not Press the Shutt
5. Message Possible cause Solution Connection The camera Try connecting the between the might be camera directly to the imaging device connected to a computer or disconnect and computer computer other devices attached to failed through a USB hub the hub Photos are still present on the camera You have not chosen to have the images removed from the camera when you unload them to a computer If you want to have the images removed choose this option from the HP Photo Imaging software 5 Troubleshooting and Support 47 Getting Assistance Finding help on the web HP product support Visit www hp com go support to find information for your camera model You can choose information about setting up and using your camera unloading drivers solving a problem ordering and information about the warranty HP photosmart website Visit www hp com photosmart for tips on using your camera more effectively and creatively as well as HP digital camera driver updates and software HP accessibility website Visitwww hp com hpinfo community accessibility prodserv if you have a disability and need help 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 installa
6. CF memory card 29 internal memory 29 wrong for CF memory card 46 frame pictures in viewfinder 19 video clips 20 full batteries 56 CF memory card 45 65 G Good quality setting description 24 memory capacity 59 resolution 59 H hardware repair services 49 help for problems 48 hotline for support 48 HP Customer Support 48 HP support hotline 48 HP SupportPack 50 I image quality effect of settings on memory 24 increase 10 recommendations 24 view settings 23 images blurry 42 cannot display 46 change quality level 23 delete from CF memory card 29 37 delete from internal memory 19 29 effect of connecting camera to computer 36 effect of installing CF memory card 33 magnify 31 move from internal memory to CF memory card 33 navigate through on camera 11 66 none in camera 26 45 print from CF memory card 37 print from print order files 36 quality levels 23 save from CF memory card on computer 37 select to be printed 28 still present on camera 47 store 13 too bright 43 too dark 43 transfer to computer 36 undelete 29 view 21 view thumbnails 30 See also pictures increase light on front of subject 23 quality of images 24 video recording time on memory card 20 indicator lights See lights install batteries 12 bonus software for Macintosh systems 17 bonus software for Windows systems 16 CF memory card 13 software for Macintosh operating systems 17 software for Windows
7. file This file is stored with your images in memory By using a print order you can select one image several images or all of the images that you have stored in the camera When you transfer images from the camera to your computer the print order is copied along with them The HP Photo Imaging software reads the print order and prints the images that you selected For more information refer to the software s Help 36 hp photosmart 120 user s manual To create a print order 1 Press the IOI button to activate Playback mode 2 Press the 4 button to begin reviewing your images 3 Scroll to the image that you want to print 4 Press OK to open the Playback menu The iz option is selected by default 5 Press OK again to add the image to the print order Printing with a CF memory card If your images are stored on a CF memory card you can insert the memory card directly into most HP photosmart printers When you insert the memory card into the printer the printer reads the print order and prints the specified images For more information see the instructions available with your printer s documentation NOTE When you print images by inserting the memory card into the printer the images are not automatically removed from the card However you can format the memory card by using the ii option of the Playback menu If you want to save the images on the memory card to your computer do so before formatting the memory card
8. LCD 1 4 STN Compressed format JPEG Motion JPEG AVI for video clip Power 4 AA batteries included or optional HP AC adapter 6V 2A type 2 plug For power consumption data please see the regulatory supplement included on the CD that came with your camera The file name is regulatory_supplement htm Interfaces USB 2 0 Full speed device 60 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Feature Description Standards PTP MSDC JPEG Motion JPEG AVI DPOF EXIF DCF Case Material Plastic Tripod mount Yes Dimensions External Body Dimensions 111 mm L x 44 5mm W x 69mm H Weight 151 grams without batteries 7 Appendix B Reference 61 62 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Index Numerics 2x self timer button 10 A AA batteries 56 AC power adapter connector 9 not working correctly 39 purchase 55 accessibility assistance 48 accessories 55 accidental damage protection 50 alkaline batteries 41 56 aperture 59 attach wrist strap 12 audio specifications 60 Auto flash 23 B backlight on display 20 57 bag for camera 55 batteries conserve power 20 36 57 door 9 extend life 41 56 install 12 low power indicator light 11 need replacement often 41 not working correctly 39 operate camera without 9 recharge 41 56 types to use 41 56 view levels of life 56 Index battery charger batteries can be used with 56 purchase 55 Best quality setting description 24 memory c
9. Press the button until the setting you want appears on the Display The settings change incrementally from Good to Better and then to Best 24 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Reviewing Your Images 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 your video clips delete or magnify images and more To review your images 1 Press the IOI button to activate Playback mode 2 You can scroll through your images by using the gt buttons The following items appear momentarily on the Display The current image number followed by the total number of images located in the upper left corner The date the image was captured A movie icon appears next to the image number if the image is a video clip While you are reviewing images you can view the following icons on the Display The Print icon if the image has been marked for printing 3 Reviewing Your Images 25 The CF GB icon if the CF memory card is installed The Battery icon that indicates the current state of the battery NOTE To preserve battery life you can connect to an optional HP AC adapter while reviewing your images HP supports only HP AC adapters and other accessories expressly approved by HP For more information about accessories for your camera refer to Appendix A Accessories and Battery Management If you do not have images stored in your
10. Your camera supports a memory card up to 128 MB 20 hp photosmart 120 user s manual When recording a video clip you can view the time remaining for recording on the Display The camera automatically stops recording when the timer reaches zero You can use the digital zoom feature to zoom in on your subject although you cannot change the zoom setting while you are recording You can also delay recording video clips for 10 seconds by setting the self timer Using the self timer You can use the self timer to take a picture of yourself or a posed group When you activate the self timer the camera takes the picture automatically after10 seconds have elapsed To use the self timer 1 Secure the camera to a tripod or set it on a stable surface 2 Turn the camera on and then frame your subject in the viewfinder 3 Press the 2x Self timer EB button twice The self timer icon appears on the Display NOTE Pressing the E3 button once activates the digital zoom 4 Press the Shutter button and then release it The Video Self timer light on the front of the camera blinks for 10 seconds before the picture is taken Using Preview mode Preview mode is the default setting for your camera In addition to taking pictures and recording video you can zoom in on your subject adjust the flash setting or increase the quality of your image all from within Preview mode 2 Taking Pictures 21 You can also use the Display to previ
11. camera or on the CF memory card the No images screen appears on the Display To return to Preview mode press the IOI button No images in memory n 26 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Playback menu You can use the Playback menu to print delete or magnify images You can also view thumbnails of your images or use the Setup option to change the settings on your camera To view the Playback menu press the OK button Scroll through the menu options by using the q buttons Icon Description Visible if the current image is not selected for printing press OK to select the image for printing Visible if the current image is selected for printing press OK to cancel the print selection greg Deletes the current image or all images or formats the memory card Undelete restores the most recently deleted image or all images Displays images as thumbnails 9 per page Magnifies the displayed image Allows you to adjust the camera settings y H Exits the Playback menu 3 Reviewing Your Images 27 Printing your images You can select images to be printed later by using the Print av option To select the current image for printing press OK The image is selected for printing when you connect the camera to your computer For more information about printing your images refer to Chapter 4 Connecting and Printing NOTE If you are viewing a video clip the Y option is inact
12. operating systems 16 interface specifications 60 internal memory amount supported 13 delete images 19 format 29 Index image capacity per quality level 24 increase 20 move images to CF memory card 33 move images to computer 36 ISO sensitivity 60 J JPEG compression format for files 60 standards used 61 L language choose 14 menu 34 LCD specifications 60 LEDs See lights lens specifications 59 life of batteries extend 41 56 view 56 light on subject increase on front 23 too bright behind 43 lights blinking self timer 21 blinking viewfinder 11 14 19 36 flash charging indicator 11 location on camera 8 low power indicator 11 video clip recording 11 video self timer 8 viewfinder 11 low power indicator light 11 Index M Macintosh operating systems do not get Disk Drive icon 44 install bonus software 17 install software 17 requirement for setting USB connection to disk drive 33 magnify images 31 Mass Storage Device Class MSDC setting for camera 32 61 measurements of camera 61 memory amount supported 20 capacities 59 effect of quality settings 24 expand 13 low indicator light 11 move images between types of 33 types 59 See also CF memory card internal memory memory card See CF memory card menus language 34 navigate through 11 Playback 27 selection options 11 Setup 32 messages on computer 47 on display 45 metering 60 Motion JPEG AVI for video clips 60 61 67 mount camera on tr
13. press OK to toggle between the 12 hour and 24 hour time formats Highlight the format that you want and then press the P button to move to the time setting 4 With the time setting highlighted press OK and then use the lt gt buttons to set the time 5 When you are finished select Exit and then press OK The clock stops each time you remove batteries from the camera so you might need to reset the date and time For more information refer to Appendix A Accessories and Battery Management 1 Getting Started 15 Installing the software Your digital camera software allows you to unload images from the camera view or print them or store them on your computer so that you can send them by using e mail Windows 1 Insert the HP Photo Imaging CD into the CD ROM drive of your computer The installation window automatically appears NOTE Ifthe installation window does not appear click Start and then click Run Type X Setup exe where Xis the letter of your CD ROM drive 2 Click Next and then follow the on screen instructions to install the software If your camera shipped with bonus software complete the following instructions to install it To install bonus software 1 Click Start click Run and then in the Open box type X Bonus setup exe where X is the drive letter of your CD ROM drive 2 Click OK and then follow the on screen instructions to install the bonus software 16 hp photosmart 120 user s ma
14. the flash provided too much light the camera directly toward a bright light or reflective surface ona sunny day If there is light behind your subject use the Flash On setting You were too close to the subject to use the flash Move back from the subject or set the flash to Flash Off and take the picture again 5 Troubleshooting and Support 43 Problem Possible cause Solution When connect the camera fo my computer the software says it cannot find The camera is Turn on the camera turned off The cable is Make sure that the cable is not connected firmly connected at both ends correctly The camera is Connect the camera directly to camera connected to a USB port on the computer the computer through a USB hub and your USB hub is not compatible with the camera When The USB Change the USB Configuration connect the Configuration setting to Disk Drive camera to a setting is not Macintosh set to Disk computer Drive do not get a Disk Drive icon on my desktop 44 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Error Messages You may receive error messages on the camera s Display or on your computer screen Error Messages on the Display Message Possible cause Solution Unsupported The card in the Check and ensure that card memory slot is the card is a not a memory CompactFlash CF card or is nota memory card supported memory card B
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16. apacity 59 resolution 59 Better quality setting description 24 memory capacity 59 resolution 59 blinking lights self timer 8 21 viewfinder 11 14 19 36 blurry images 42 bonus software install for Macintosh systems 17 install for Windows systems 16 bright images too 43 buttons behavior when camera connected to computer 35 location and description 8 C CF memory card cannot format 46 capacity per quality level 24 delete images 29 description 13 door 10 63 effect of installing on internally stored images 33 format 29 full 45 image capacity per quality level 59 insert and remove 10 install 13 memory supported 20 move images to from internal memory to 33 not supported 45 print from 37 purchase 13 55 remove 13 running out of room 34 saving images to computer 37 use to expand camera memory 13 video recording time available 20 view video time recording available 20 wrong format 46 charge indicator for flash 11 clock effect when batteries removed 15 55 set on camera 15 color depth 59 CompactFlash CF memory card See CF memory card compression formats for files 60 computer behavior of buttons when connected to 35 connect to 35 transfer images to 36 64 configure camera preferences 32 USB settings 32 connections failed 47 connectors power adapter 9 USB 9 conserve battery life 41 56 battery power 20 36 contact HP Customer Support 48 customer support 48 D damage protection 50 dark i
17. arranty options available in the U S only Standard Next Day Exchange Accidental Damage Protection with Next Day Exchange Upgrade your standard factory warranty to three years with the HP SupportPack Service coverage begins on product purchase date and the pack must be purchased within the first 180 days of product purchase HP will determine the hardware service offering based upon the outcome of system self test programs run by the customer through the initial call to the HP Customer Care Center If during your technical support call it is determined that your product needs replacement HP will ship you this replacement product next business day free of charge Optional Accidental Damage Protection is also available This warranty upgrade protects against accidental breakage such as spills drops or falls Both of these warranty upgrades offer maximized uptime and productivity the convenience of door to door pickup with delivery packaging and freight prepaid by HP For more information call 1 888 999 4747 or visit www homeandoffice hp com and select warranty upgrades under product support 50 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Obtaining support worldwide Telephone support is free for 1 year in Asia and the South Pacific and 30 days in the Middle East and Africa Please check for the details and conditions of phone support in your country or region by consulting website www hp com cposupport loc regional html Alte
18. attery low Battery power is Either recharge or low and the replace the batteries camera will shut down soon No images in There are no Take some pictures camera images in the camera and you are trying to review them Card full You are Unload the pictures from attempting to the camera delete take pictures unwanted pictures or when the card is replace the card with a full new one Card is Card is new Format the memory card unformatted and needs to be by using the Delete menu formatted The camera will delete all data on the card 5 Troubleshooting and Support 45 Message Possible cause Solution Card has wrong format The card is formatted for a different device such as an MP3 player Replace the card with a properly formatted card or format the current card Unable to format The card is corrupted Replace the card Cannot display image Possibly comes from copying images to the card from a computer or a corrupted image caused by the camera not shutting down properly Use the HP Photo Imaging software to edit the images copied on the card Also do not remove batteries or the memory card when the camera is turned on Unknown device The camera is connected to a USB device that it does not recognize Make sure you are connected to a supported computer 46 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Error Messages on the Computer
19. e camera you can also preview the picture before taking it and review it afterward 19 Viewfinder light Solid red indicates that the camera is recording video Blinking red indicates that the camera is initializing saving images to memory charging the flash connected to a computer by a USB cable running low on battery power running low on memory 1 Getting Started 11 Setup Attaching the wrist strap Attach the wrist strap as shown in the illustration NOTE Itis easiest to install the wrist strap by inserting it from the back of the camera Installing the batteries 1 Open the Battery door on the bottom of the camera 2 Insert the batteries supplied as indicated NOTE For more information about batteries refer to Appendix A Accessories and Battery Management 12 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Installing a memory card optional Your digital camera comes with 4 megabytes MB of internal memory so that you can store images and video in your camera However you can use an optional CF memory card to expand the camera s memory so that you can store more images and video After you unload images to your computer you can reuse the card NOTE The CF memory card may need to be purchased separately 1 With the camera off open the Memory card door 2 Insert the memory card as shown in the illustration 3 Close and latch the Memory card door Eject button To remove the card ma
20. er button all the does not take press the way down a picture Shutter button when press hard enough the Shutter button 40 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Problem Possible cause Solution replace the camera batteries frequently Extended Display use and excessive flash use consume a lot of battery power Use an HP AC adapter to power the camera when you are using the 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 Purchase higher grade batteries such as ultra or premium grade alkaline or photo lithium batteries or switch to rechargeable Ni MH batteries For more information about conserving battery power refer to Appendix A Accessories and Battery Management The Ni MH batteries you are using were recharged incorrectly You must recharge all Ni MH batteries after fully draining them four times for the batteries to reach their optimum capacity and performance 5 Troubleshooting and Support 41 Problem Possible cause Solution The wrong The batteries Replace the batteries and reset date and or are dead the date and time by using the time is or were camera menus shown removed from the camera for more than a few minutes A long delay The camera is Wait a few seconds for the occurs still saving
21. ew a picture The Display shows a more accurate view of what your picture will look like This is useful for close up photos and for instances in which framing your subject is important To take a picture by using the Display Frame your subject in the Display screen and then press the Shutter button Using digital zoom You can use digital zoom to make your subject appear closer When you are using digital zoom always use the Display to preview the zoom effect on your subject To use digital zoom 1 Press the button once to turn on digital zoom The 23 icon appears on the Display NOTE Pressing the E3 button twice activates the self timer 2 Use the Display to frame your subject and then take the picture To cancel digital zoom press the E39 button twice 22 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Using the flash When the camera is on the flash is automatically set to Auto 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 Mode Description Auto Flash The camera measures light and flashes if necessary Flash On The camera always flashes If the light is behind your subject you can use the flash to increase the light on the front of your subject This is also called fill flash Flash Off The camera will not flash Use t
22. h 59 increase or decrease 10 recommendations 24 resolution 59 view settings 23 R range flash 43 focus 60 recharge batteries 41 56 record video clips 8 20 recycling information 3 remove CF memory card 10 13 See also delete repair services 49 resolution for quality levels 59 review pictures taken 19 thumbnail images 30 S save images on CF memory card to computer 37 self timer blinking light 8 21 Index button 10 delay 60 light 8 set 10 time before picture taken 21 use 21 22 sensor for camera 59 serial number location 49 service support 49 Setup menu 32 shutter button delay 42 location 8 no picture taken when pressed 40 shutter speed 60 software cannot find camera 44 download 48 install bonus for Macintosh systems 17 install bonus for Windows systems 16 install for Macintosh systems 17 install for Windows systems 16 updates 48 specifications for camera 59 speed of shutter 60 store images and video clips 13 strap for wrist attach 12 mount for attachment 10 support 48 SupportPack 50 69 T take pictures 19 video clips 20 technical support 48 telephone support U S 49 worldwide 51 thumbnails of images 30 time amount provided by self timer 21 effect when batteries removed 15 55 review remaining for video clips 21 set 15 view formats 15 wrong one displayed 42 transfer images from internal memory to computer 36 tripod mount 11 purchase 55 troubleshoot before you call 49 problem
23. his setting when you do not want a flash such as with bright conditions or distant objects Changing the image quality The camera has three image quality settings Good Better and Best You can view the quality setting on the Display This setting determines the quality of your images and how many images can be stored in internal memory or on the CF memory card Higher quality images take up more space in memory The following table identities the approximate number of pictures that you can take at each setting based on internal memory or an 8 MB CF memory card 2 Taking Pictures 23 Mode Icon Description and capacity Good This is the most memory efficient setting ideal for taking pictures to send in e mail or to post to the Internet Internal memory up to 54 images 8 MB CF memory card up to 110 images Better x This setting produces high quality images and requires less memory than Best mode This is recommended for printing pictures 6 by 13 cm 3 by 5 inches This is the default quality setting Internal memory up to 19 images 8 MB CF memory card up to 38 images Best This setting produces the highest quality images and uses the most memory This is recommended if you plan to enlarge images or print images that are 10 by 15 cm 4 by 6 inches Internal memory up to 12 images 8 MB CF memory card up to 25 images To change the image quality
24. hp photosmart 120 series TITTTTTTTTTTT MANE sh Oo digital camera Trademark and copyright information O Copyright 2002 Hewlett Packard Company All rights are reserved No part of this document may be photocopied reproduced or translated to another language without the prior written consent of Hewlett Packard Company The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Hewlett Packard shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material Microsoft and Windows are U S registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Apple Macintosh and Mac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc Materials disposal This HP product contains the following materials that might require special handling at end of life Alkaline manganese dioxide zinc or lithium iron disulfide AA batteries Lead in the solder and some component leads Disposal of this material can be regulated because of environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance EIA www eiae org Table of Contents 1 Getting Started Camera Parts ora ek RE EIU GA 8 SH ingen se gee ean tees Be ewe Galen ee 12 Attaching the wrist strap 12 Installing the batteries 12 Installing a memory card optional
25. ing If you are connecting to a Macintosh computer you must change this setting to Disk Drive For more information refer to Chapter 1 Getting Started Move to CF Card This menu option allows you to move images from the camera s internal memory to a CF memory card This option appears only if you have a CF memory card installed and internal memory contains at least one image 3 Setup Date Time USB Configuration Move to CF Card If you select this option and then select Yes to move images a progress bar is visible on the Display showing the progress of the move The images previously stored in internal memory are deleted after they are moved to the CF memory card SX Move to CF Card Move allimages from internal memory to the CF card Yes NOTE If you have images stored in internal memory and you insert a CF memory card you must move the images to the CF memory card to view them 3 Reviewing Your Images 33 If your CF memory card is running out of space you can move only the maximum number of images possible from the camera s internal memory 3 Move to CF Card M ve7of 12 images frominternal memory to the CF card MES Language menu This menu option determines the language of the menus and the text on the Display For information about how to select a language for your camera refer to Chapter 1 Getting Started Exit This menu option exits the Playback menu and returns to Playback
26. ing information refer to Chapter 5 NOTE The camera has two modes of operation Preview mode and Playback mode When you turn the camera on it is in Preview mode which is the default mode of the camera Preview mode is discussed later in this chapter and Playback mode is discussed in Chapter 3 Reviewing Your Images Using Instant Review After you take a picture the Display automatically shows the image with the Quality icon visible You can delete the image by using the left Arrow 4 button 2 Taking Pictures 19 After a video clip is recorded the Display shows the last frame of the clip for several seconds NOTE To conserve battery power the Display backlight automatically turns off after 60 seconds if you do not press a button For more information refer to Appendix A Accessories and Battery Management Recording video clips You can record a video clip for up to 30 seconds by using internal memory To record a video clip 1 Frame the subject that you want to record 2 Press and release the Video button to start recording You will see REC on the Display 3 To stop recording at any time press the Video button again You can increase your video recording time by using a CF memory card For example an 8 MB memory card can record approximately 70 seconds of video and a 16 MB memory card can record approximately 140 seconds Video files can be very large and use a lot of space on the memory card NOTE
27. ipod 11 MSDC Mass Storage Device Class setting for camera 32 61 N navigate through menus 11 NiCd batteries recharge 56 use 56 NiMH batteries recharge 56 use 56 no images in memory 26 O on off button 10 optical viewfinder blinking light 11 14 19 36 frame pictures 19 location 10 overview of product 7 P parts of the camera 8 phone support U S 49 worldwide 51 photo lithium batteries 56 Picture Transfer Protocol PTP 32 61 pictures preview 21 review 19 take 19 See also images Playback menu 27 Playback mode description 19 68 switch to 11 switch to Preview mode 11 power conserve 20 36 57 consumption 60 indicator icon 56 low indicator light 11 specifications 60 turn on and off 10 14 power adapter connector 9 not working correctly 39 purchase 55 preview pictures 21 zoom effect on subjects 22 Preview mode description 19 switch to Playback mode 11 use 21 print from CF memory card 37 from print order files 36 select images for 28 video clips 28 view images marked for 25 print order files create 36 description 36 print from 36 standards used 61 printer driver updates 48 problems before you call 49 troubleshoot 39 PTP Picture Transfer Protocol 32 61 Index purchase accessories 55 CF memory card 13 55 Q quality button 10 quality levels for images change 23 description 23 image capacity for each 24 image capacity in CF memory card for eac
28. ive because you cannot print video clips 28 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Deleting your images You can delete the current image or all images by using the Delete option Mm Delete This Image All Images Format Memory Exit You can scroll to the selection you want by using the lt gt buttons Highlight your selection and then press OK By using the Delete menu you can select This Image Deletes the current image All Images or All Images on CF Card Deletes all images from internal memory or the CF memory card if installed Format Memory or Format CF Card Deletes all images and files from internal memory or the CF memory card if installed and formats either internal memory or the CF memory card Undelete Appears if you have deleted any images or video clips This option restores the most recently deleted images or video The Undelete option is available until another picture or video is taken another deletion occurs or the camera is turned off or connected to your computer Exit Exits the Delete menu 3 Reviewing Your Images 29 Viewing thumbnail images You can view up to 9 thumbnail images at a time on the Display by using the Thumbnail El option View Thumbnails You can scroll through your thumbnail images by using the lt gt buttons To view an enlarged image select it and then press OK To move to the next page of images use the 4 buttons
29. ke sure the camera is off Press the Eject button and remove the card 1 Getting Started 13 Turning on power Slide the ON OFF ON OFF button to turn on the camera When the camera is ready the viewfinder light is off NOTE If the viewfinder light is blinking the camera is not ready to take a picture If the light continues to blink another problem may exist For troubleshooting information refer to Chapter 5 Choosing the language The first time you turn the camera on the following screen appears and prompts you to choose a language English 1 Scroll to the language that you want by using the Arrow 4 buttons 2 Press OK to select the highlighted language 14 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Setting the date and time The camera has a real time clock that records the date and time at which you take each picture 11 15 2001 O 12 hour 06 23 pm Exit The screen appears with the date format setting highlighted M Month D Day and Y Year Press OK until you see the date format that you want and then press the right Arrow gt button to highlight the date setting 2 With the date setting highlighted press OK Use the 4 buttons to change the value of the first field and then press OK to move to the next field After you press OK in the last field the entire date is highlighted Press the P button to highlight the time format setting 3 With the time format setting highlighted
30. mages troubleshoot 43 date effect when batteries removed 15 55 set 15 view formats 15 wrong one displayed 42 decrease quality levels for images 10 delay self timer 60 shutter button 42 video clip recording 21 delete images from CF memory card 29 37 images from internal memory 19 29 undelete images 29 See also remove device unknown 46 Digital Print Order Format DPOF files Index create 36 description 36 print from 36 standards used 61 digital zoom specifications 59 use 10 22 view effect on subjects 22 dimensions of camera 61 disk drive icon not present on Macintosh computer 44 set camera to be recognized as 32 display button 11 doors battery 9 CF memory card 10 download printer drivers and software 48 DPOF Digital Print Order Format files create 36 description 36 print from 36 standards used 61 driver updates 48 E empty batteries 56 enlarge images 31 error messages on computer 47 on display 45 exchange services 50 expand memory 13 exposure control 59 extend battery life 41 56 Index F factory warranty 50 fill flash 23 flash Auto Flash On and Flash Off settings 23 guide number 60 indicator light for charging 11 memory 59 move through settings 23 prevent 23 provided too much light 43 range 43 settings 60 turn on and off 23 use 23 flash button location and description 10 use to move through settings 23 focus range 60 format cannot perform for CF memory card 46
31. mode 34 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Connecting and Printing You can share your pictures with family and friends by printing them or storing them on your computer to send by e mail To transfer images to your computer connect the camera to the computer by using the USB cable provided Connecting to a computer Turn the camera on and then connect the camera directly to a computer by using the USB cable as shown in the illustration When the camera is connected to your computer only the ON OFF button operates The other camera buttons do not respond 4 Connecting and Printing 35 When the camera is connected to your computer the viewtinder light will be blinking red and the Display is blank The images in the camera are automatically unloaded to your computer NOTE Ifyou are using a Macintosh computer you must change the USB Configuration setting to Disk Drive For more information refer to Chapter 1 Getting Started To conserve battery power use an optional HP AC adapter when unloading images to your computer The HP AC adapter may be purchased separately Now that your images are stored on your computer you can print them send them by e mail and organize them with ease Printing your images As mentioned in Chapter 3 you can print images by using the tray option from the Playback menu When you select images for printing you create a print order which then creates a Digital Print Order Format DPOF
32. nual Macintosh Before you can unload images from the camera to a Macintosh computer you must change the connection setting on the camera 1 Press the Display IOI button to activate Playback mode 2 Use the button to scroll to the Setup option and then press OK 3 Select USB Configuration from the Setup menu 4 Select Disk Drive and then press OK 5 Insert the HP Photo Imaging CD into the CD ROM drive of your computer 6 Double click the CD icon on the desktop 7 Double click the appropriate language folder and then double click the installer icon 8 Follow the on screen instructions to install the software If your camera shipped with bonus software complete the following instructions to install it To install bonus software 1 Double click the Bonus folder icon 2 Double click the installer icon for the bonus software 3 Follow the on screen instructions to install the software 1 Getting Started 17 18 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Taking Pictures Taking a picture You can take a picture almost any time the camera is on no matter what is showing on the Display To take a picture Frame your subject in the viewfinder and then press the Shutter button The camera adjusts exposure and then takes the picture If the viewtinder light is blinking you must wait before taking a picture This means that the camera is initializing the flash is charging or another situation may exist For troubleshoot
33. out setting the date and time refer to Chapter 1 Getting Started 6 Appendix A Accessories and 55 The following battery levels are displayed during Preview and Playback mode and when the camera is connected to a computer Level Icon Description Full a Batteries have full life remaining Partially Batteries have approximately 1 2 life full remaining Empty D Batteries are empty and need to be replaced The camera uses four AA batteries Acceptable batteries include alkaline photo lithium NiCd and NiMH For the best results with your camera use photo lithium or NiMH batteries Extending battery life Use an optional HP AC adapter when unloading pictures to your computer Turn the camera off during a pause in picture taking Use the Auto Flash setting rather than Flash On Rechargeable batteries NiCd or NiMH batteries can be recharged by using a battery charger purchased separately 56 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Power Conservation To conserve battery power the camera s Display backlight shuts off automatically when there is no button activity for 60 seconds If the camera is in Preview mode it switches to Playback mode To turn on the Display backlight and activate the camera press any button If no buttons are pressed for 5 minutes the camera turns off unless it is connected to a computer You can also turn off the Display backlight manually by pressing and holding the IOI but
34. rnatively you can ask your dealer or call HP at the phone number indicated in this manual For English support in Europe contact 44 0 207 512 52 02 Algeria 213 0 61 56 45 43 Argentina 0 810 555 5520 Australia 63 3 8877 8000 or local 03 8877 8000 Austria 43 0 810 00 6080 Belgium Dutch 32 0 2 626 8806 French 32 0 2 626 8807 Brazil 11 4689 2012 Grande Sao Paulo 0800 157 751 outside Grande S o Paulo Canada 905 206 4663 during the warranty period 877 621 4722 after the warranty period Chile 800 360 999 Post sales Home Computing China 86 10 6564 5959 Colombia 9 800 114 726 Czech Republic 42 0 2 6130 7310 Denmark 45 39 29 4099 Egypt 02 532 5222 Finland 358 0 203 47 288 France 33 0 8 92 69 60 22 Euro 0 34 min Germany 49 0 180 52 58 143 DM 24 min Euro 12 min 5 Troubleshooting and Support 51 Greece 30 10 60 73 603 Guatemala 1 800 999 5305 Hong Kong 852 3002 8555 Hungary 36 0 1 382 1111 India 1 600 112267 or 91 11 682 6035 Indonesia 62 21 350 3408 Ireland 353 0 1 662 5525 Israel 972 0 9 830 4848 Italy 39 02 264 10350 Korea Republic of 82 2 3270 0700 Seoul 0 80 999 0700 outside Seoul Malaysia 1 800 805 405 Mexico 52 58 9922 Mexico City 01 800 472 6684 outside Mexico City Middle East Africa 44 0 207 512 52 02 Netherlands 31 0 20 606 8751 New Zealand 64 9 356 6640 Norway 47 22 11 6299 Peru 0 800 10111 Philippines 6
35. s 39 turn on and off automatically 57 backlight on display 20 57 camera does not 39 camera power 10 14 flash 23 U undelete images 29 unknown device 46 updates for printer drivers and 70 software 48 upgrade warranties 50 USB configure setting 32 connection 9 35 interface specifications 60 M video button 8 video clips compression format 60 delay recording 21 increase recording time 20 indicator light 11 print 28 record 8 20 store 13 undelete 29 view time remaining 21 view battery life level 56 effect of zoom on subject 22 image quality settings 23 images marked for printing 25 pictures taken 19 21 thumbnails of images 30 time remaining for video clip 21 viewfinder blinking light 11 14 19 36 frame pictures 19 location 10 Index Ww warranty options 50 websites accessibility 48 disposal and recycling 3 HP photosmart 48 HP products 48 purchasing 55 sales and service offices 49 warranty upgrades 50 weight of camera 61 white balance 60 Windows operating systems install bonus software 16 install software 16 worldwide support 51 wrist strap attach 12 mount for attachment 10 Z zoom specifications 59 use 10 22 view effect on subjects 22 Index 71 72 Index www hp com photosmart h Printed in Singapore 2002 if invent Q2154 90010
36. tes that the 10 second self timer is in use blinks with increasing frequency until picture or video is taken Off indicates that the self timer is not in use and video is not being recorded hp photosmart 120 user s manual Name Description 4 USB connector Allows you to connect the camera to a computer by using a USB cable 5 Power adapter connector Allows you to connect an optional HP AC power adapter to the camera to operate the camera without batteries 6 Battery door Allows access to the batteries 1 Getting Started 18 17 16 15 14 Name Description 7 Optical viewfinder Allows you to frame the subject of the picture 8 Quality button Increases image quality from Good to Better to Best 9 2x Self timer button Zoom in on your subject or set the 10 second self timer 10 Flash button Selects the Flash setting 11 ON OFF button Turns the camera power on and off 12 Memory card door Allows access to insert or remove the memory card 13 Wrist strap mount Wrist strap attachment 10 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Name Description 14 Display button Switch from Preview mode to Playback mode 15 Tripod mount Allows tripod mounting 16 Arrow buttons Move to menu options and navigate through images 17 OK button Switch to Playback mode and select menu options 18 Display Provides menu information to operate th
37. the camera to finish processing the between the last picture image and then press the time press you took Shutter button Wait for the the Shutter viewfinder light to stop button and blinking the camera The self timer Turn the self timer off takes a is activated picture My image is Your subject Do not try to get closer than blurry was too close the camera s minimum focus to the camera range lens You moved the Hold the camera steady as you camera while press the Shutter button or use you took the a tripod picture The scene was Turn on flash or use a tripod dark so the exposure was long 42 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Problem Possible cause Solution My image is There was not Wait for natural lighting too dark enough light conditions to improve or add indirect lighting The flash was Make sure your subject is on but the within 3 meters approximately subject was 9 feet of the camera when you too far away take the picture A light shone Use the Flash On setting to behind the brighten the subject when there subject is a bright light such as the sun or a window behind your subject Your finger Be sure to move your fingers blocked the away from the flash when you flash take a picture My image is The flash Change the flash setting to too bright provided too Flash Off much light A natural or Try taking the picture from a artificial different angle Avoid pointing source other than
38. tion configuration and operation For help with non HP hardware or software please contact the manufacturer 48 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Before you call Review troubleshooting tips Have the following information ready before you call serial number found on the bottom of your camera product name date of purchase Hardware Repair Services If you think your camera needs repair first call the Customer Support Center which can help determine if service is required and direct you to a service site Otherwise contact the store where you purchased the product Or visit www hp com cpso support guide psd repairhelp html for the nearest sales and service office Service is free of charge during the warranty period Beyond the warranty period service will be charged Obtaining support in the United States Free telephone support for 90 days Within 90 days of your purchase telephone support is provided to you free of charge If this is a long distance call for you long distance charges will apply Call 1 208 323 2551 Our support staff is available from 6 am to 10 pm Mountain Time Monday through Friday or 9 am to 4 pm Saturday 5 Troubleshooting and Support 49 After 90 days 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 Upgraded warranty options You can select one of the following upgraded w
39. ton for at least 2 seconds To turn on the Display backlight again press the IOI button for at least 2 seconds NOTE Power conservation only occurs when the camera is running from battery power 6 Appendix A Accessories and 57 58 hp photosmart 120 user s manual Appendix B Reference Camera Specifications Feature Description Sensor 1 0 MP 1 2 Color depth 24 bits 8 bits x 3 colors Resolution Good 0 25 MP 576 x 432 Better 1 0 MP 1152 x 864 Best 1 0 MP 1152 x 864 Memory type 4 MB flash memory CF memory card optional Memory 128 MB CF memory card not included Sopan Quality Images Target File Size Good 2000 64 KB Better 650 195 KB Best 425 300 KB Lens Fixed Focal Length 9 9mm F Number 2 8 Zoom 2x digital zoom Capture modes Still photographs or video recording Exposure control Auto exposure Aperture 3 5mm 7 Appendix B Reference 59 Feature Description Shutter speed Flash Off 1 1000 to 1 15 second Auto Flash Flash On 1 1000 to 1 30 second Video capture and playback Video clip capture Audio Buzzer only Flash settings Auto Flash Flash On Flash Off Focus Fixed focus range 1 2 meters to infinity ISO Sensitivity 100 Metering Average White Balance Automatic Self Timer 10 second delay Viewfinder Virtual image viewfinder Flash guide number Built in flash with range up to 3 meters
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