RCA CDS 1000 Digital Camera User Manual
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1. CDS1000 Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information on this page and inside the manual before you begin to use this product To reduce risk of injury charge only rechargeable batteries recommended by the manufacturer for this camera Other types of batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate it Radio Interference This equipment has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B Digital Device in accordance with specifications in Part 15 of FCC Rules These mules are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio and television interference in a residential installation The 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 interference to radio or television reception which you can determine by turning the equipment off and on try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna that is the antenna for radio or television that is receiving the int2. No returns will be accepted without the RA number Option I 1 Provide your Discover MasterCard or Visa account number and expiration date to your phone representative This is for security purposes only and your account will not be charged at this time 2 We will send you a replacement unit 3 If you return the unit to us within 14 days from the date you were provided a RA number only items not covered by warranty will be charged to your account If your unit is not received within 14 days the suggested retail value of the camera will be charged to your credit card This amount will be credited less a 10 handling fee if the unit is subsequently received 4 Ship your defective unit back to us using the replacement unit s carton Shipping instructions will be included on the carton along with your RA number which will allow you to easily ship the unit back to us Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss Include with the shipment Evidence of purchase date such as a bill of sale A brief note describing your camera s problem Your name address and phone number Option IT 1 We will send a replacement unit to our exchange point 2 The exchange location will notify you of its arrival 3 Take your unit and evidence of purchase date such as a bill of sale to the exchange location and you will be provided the new or refurbished unit Please retain all accessories 4 If the repairs are covered by
3. 63 8 H x 34 6 D mm Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Troubleshooting Q The camera doesn t turn on when I press the power button A The batteries are missing dead or are not loaded correctly Correctly load new batteries in the battery chamber If you are using an AC adapter make sure you are only using the recommended AC adapter for this digital camera Q The power suddenly turned off A Most likely the batteries you have are getting too weak to sustain operation of the camera Check the LCD display to see if the weak battery icon is displayed If so replace old batteries with new Also make sure that manganese batteries are not in use Replace manganese batteries with alkaline batteries immediately Q There s a half battery icon on the LCD A This is the low battery icon indicating that the batteries in use are getting too weak to operate the camera Replace old batteries with new Q The camera doesn t record when I press the shutter release button A The mode of the camera is set to PLAY Quickly press the menu button to switch from playback mode f j to record mode Ce Q Why is there no picture on the TV monitor when the camera is connected to the VIDEO IN jack A The connection between the camera and the TV is loose Make sure that all fittings are snug If this does not work verify that your TV is set to its video input channel For more information about fin
4. fire or electrical shock Be sure to power off your camera before connecting or disconnecting the adapter The AC adapter may become warm to the touch after extended periods of use This is normal and is not cause for alarm Auto Power Off To conserve energy the camera goes into sleep mode automatically if no buttons or Switches are pressed for a certain amount of time Press the POWER button on the back of the camera to restore power to full Power source inactivity period Battery 2 min AC adapter N A will not time out Recording Pictures Since there needs to be pictures taken before the camera will display stored files let s walk through the steps to capture images Your camera automatically defaults to recording mode as indicated by the icon on the rear LCD display the first time it is turned on If for some reason the camera is not in record mode quickly pressing and releasing the M button near the lower right of the LCD screen should display the record icon Frame Your Picture Frame the picture with the optical viewfinder using the marks on the edge to enclose the image you want to take The actual picture captured will be slightly larger than what you see in the optical viewfinder Capturing Images Center the image you want to take in the viewfinder and press the shutter release button on top of the camera to capture the image The shutter release button e Do not block the lens
5. one row of photos up four photos Note If the first thumbnail is already viewable nothing will happen Scroll One Screen Up Use this button to scroll one full screen up twelve photos viewable nothing will happen 17 18 Scroll One Row Down Use this button to scroll down one row of pictures four photos Note If the last thumbnail is already viewable nothing will happen Scroll One Screen Down Use this button to scroll one full screen down twelve photos Note If the last thumbnail is already viewable nothing will happen Select All of the Images Use this button to select all images Select None of the Images Use this button to deselect all images Fon ae Take a Picture Use this button to take a picture with your camera from the computer Note If Self timer is activated the camera will use this timing before taking a picture The TWAIN driver will get a new photo from the camera and display it in the interface window Get Image s Use this button to select an image from the TWAIN interface to the graphic editing application F r Note You must select one or more image files from the TWAIN interface The photos will then display on the graphic editing application Download Image s Use this button to download an image from the TWAIN interface to a disk men Note One or more image file s must be selected in the TWAIN driver A file dial
6. strap 3 attaching 5 Help for the user s button 19 Image Editing Software 3 Image quality settings 9 images erasing all 13 erasing single 13 viewing ona TV 8 12 inactivity period 7 L lens 4 M Macintosh ADB Serial Cable 3 a Menu button 21 N NTSC Video Cable 3 O On screen menus 9 PLAY mode 9 REC mode 9 Optical viewfinder 4 Order form accessories 27 P picture framing 7 taking 7 viewing 8 Playback mode 9 Power button 21 power supply 3 5 AC adaptor 6 auto power off 7 batteries 5 Product Registration i Product registration i R REC mode 10 Rechargeable batteries 27 Recording mode 9 recording pictures 7 Registration i Rotate Image s button 18 RS 232C Digital Cable 3 S Safety information i Scroll One Row Down button 18 Scroll One Row Up button 17 Scroll One Screen Down button 18 Scroll One Screen Up button 17 Select All of the Images button 18 Select None of the Images button 18 selecting images 19 Self Timer button 4 self timer activating 11 self timer LED 4 Shutter release button 4 21 Sides of the Camera 21 software 3 working with 17 Specifications 22 T W Take a Picture 18 Warranty 25 Taking care of your camera digital camera exchange 1 24 Troubleshooting 23 TWAIN 15 driver buttons 17 selecting 16 TWAIN Driver 15 introduction 15 TWAIN Driver buttons 17 Camera Setting 19 Camera Status 19 Connect Camera to Computer 17 Download I
7. your warranty you will not be billed Thomson assumes no responsibility for warranty shipments from the customer to the factory if not shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson 25 26 To receive a replacement camera after we have received your unit eo Whe ee Write the RA number on the outside of the carton used to return the unit Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss Carefully pack the unit using the original box and packing material if possible Please retain all accessories that were included with your unit Include with the shipment Evidence of purchase date such as a bill of sale A brief note describing your camera s problem Your name address and phone number The representative will advise the address to mail a cashier s check or money order for payment if there are any out of warranty labor or parts charges and you elect not to use your credit card After we receive your product a new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you What your warranty does not cover Acts of God such as but not limited to lightning damage Adjustment of customer controls Damage from misuse or neglect A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes Batteries Units purchased serviced or operated outside the U S A Loss of images Shipping damage if the unit was not packed and shipped in the manner prescribed
8. AN er mOMoOoz2r Optical viewfinder front Lens Flash Auto flash sensor Self timer LED Ready processing light Viewfinder back Menu screen Exposure value next image button Flash set previous picture button Power button Menu button Battery Cover Tripod mount Video out jack AC Power adapter jack USB Serial cable jack Hand strap eyelet A Attach the Strap Dropping a camera can cause serious damage both internally and externally So to secure your investment attach the hand strap first thing and use it every time l Power Supply This digital camera features two ways to supply power to it either use two batteries size AA or the included AC adapter Inserting Batteries 1 Insert the small loop at the end of the strap under the strap eyelet Insert the other end of the strap through the loop to tie the strap onto the strap eyelet On the bottom of the camera slide the battery chamber cover out in the direction of the large arrow to open it A click can be heard when the compartment is released Insert two 2 AA batteries Make sure to match the positive and negative ends of the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment Close the battery chamber cover by pushing down firmly and sliding it back until the latch closes with a click The battery compartment Important Notes Never use manganese batteries Your camera will not work if the batteries are i
9. by Thomson Thomson assumes no responsibility for warranty shipments from the customer to the factory if not shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson Product Registration Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your camera It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The retum of the card is not required for warranty coverage How state law relates to warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights that vary from state to state If you purchased your product outside the United States This warranty does not apply See your dealer for warranty information Optional Accessories Order Form CDS1000 Description PartNo Price Qty Total NiMH Battery Charger PC224 29 95 includes 4 rechargeable AA batteries Rechargeable Batteries AA 2 pack Alkaline batteries PC102AK 4 pack Alkaline batteries PC104AK 2 pack Nickel Metal Hydride batteries PC202MH 4 pack Nickel Metal Hydride batteries PC204MH Prices are subject to change without notice Total Merchandise csent reesen aa ai esensi oaa iaat araa iaaii sia E PAN E E EA A E EE EE We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state county and locality to which the merchandise is being sent Shipping and Handling s e ssssesessssssesessesosesrsssenerrronsrsrrrrrrennnns renen errors rr rn nero nn Tota
10. deo Line Input see the For more information Owner s Manual that came with the set about getting pictures 5 Use the EV or the button on the back of the mom se camera to the computer see the section Software in this manual camera to scroll through the stored images The plus button advances to the next picture number and the minus button goes to the previous picture On screen menu choices To get the most benefit from your digital camera you must know and be able to navigate through the LCD menu choices In the main menu of either the record or playback mode of the camera you can change settings for different aspects of the camera s performance That s right there are two different menus one for playback mode and another for record whichever you are using the camera for Playback mode allows browsing through stored pictures It also offers the chance to erase stored pictures The record menu on the other hand offers the chance to change how pictures are captured Recording mode When the camera is in record mode you can control Image quality settings Self timer mode e Flash Exposure Value EV Playback mode When the camera is in playback mode you can control Image display Erasing images Navigating menus in either record or play mode offers the ability to customize certain settings and change how pictures are taken or stored 10 Changi
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12. ding your TV s video input line see the User s Manual that came with it Q Why can t the camera communicate with a computer A There could be a disconnected wire between the camera and the computer Make sure that all fittings are snug and correct and that the camera is turned on If this does not work verify that you have installed the software correctly and that the port used by your USB or serial cable is activated For more information about software installation see the documentation that came with the disks For more information about turning on your computer s port see your computer s documentation 23 Taking care of your camera Your camera is a precision instrument designed and manufactured to give you reliable service Handled and cared for properly the camera should give years of trouble free imaging In order to avoid damaging the unit Do Not Drop or bang the camera Always transport the unit in a Carrying case Drop into water or expose the camera to rain or splashing Your camera is not waterproof and is particularly susceptible to damage from salt water The camera must be protected from salty breezes or sprays to prevent damage If your camera does get wet wipe it dry immediately and have it examined at an authorized service center Subject the camera to extreme high or low temperature and or humidity Your camera s batteries will not function properly in extreme conditions Excessive
13. e erased from memory freeing up space for additional pictures When erasing it might be a good idea to have the camera connected to the TV with the video serial cable see the previous step Viewing Images 1 Make sure that the camera is turned on and is in playback mode 51 2 Press and hold the menu button M until the erase single image icon CY is displayed and flashing in the lower right hand corner of the LCD 3 Choose the image number that you want to erase by using either the EV or buttons to make the selection 4 When the correct image number is displayed on the LCD press the shutter release button on top of the camera to OK erasing the picture Note Another image can be selected with the EV or buttons and erased following the above steps Erasing all images An alternative to erasing images one at a time is to erase all stored images at once To do this use the Erase All command 1 Make sure that the camera is turned on and is in playback mode Fl 2 Press and hold the menu button M until the first icon is displayed and flashing in the lower right hand corner of the LCD 3 Press the menu button M quickly to advance to the next icon Erase All 33 4 When the Erase All amp icon is displayed and flashing on the LCD press the shutter release button to OK the erasing of all stored pictures Note The camera will not start another action until the gr
14. ecessees N EEEE TENENSA 800 338 0376 Product Registration i Erasing single images 13 Important Safety Information i Erasing all images 13 Unpack the Camera 3 SOftware on hire sarge dn 15 Camera Details cccceceee 4 Introduction to the camera s TWAIN Driver ccccs0e 15 Attach the Strap 5 ij Selecting the TWAIN driver 16 Power Supply s ssssesorsv 5 i Connect the camera to the SETHE Batteries 5 COMPULET ssosssssssrernnsrnnnnn 16 Using AC Adapter 6 TWAIN Driver buttons 17 Auto Power Off 7 Connect to Computer 17 Recording Pictures 7 Scroll One Row Up 17 Frame Your Picture 7 Scroll One Screen Up 17 Capturing Images 7 Scroll One Row Down 18 Viewing Stored Images 8 Scroll One Screen Down 18 On screen menu choices 9 Select All of the Images 18 Changing setUnasis svsnman 10 Select None of the Images 18 Record mode ossses0 10 Take a Picture sm mess 18 Setting image quality PENS 10 Get Image s vocsoreaasovorooresseen 18 Turning on the self timer 11 Download Image s 18 Exposure value EV 11 Erase Image s s on 18 Flash control 12 Rotate Image s sn 18 Battery power d
15. een ready light on the camera s back side near the optical viewfinder has stopped flashing Once the green light remains on the camera is ready to do something else 13 Introduction to the camera s TWAIN Driver Using the provided TWAIN application allows the transfer of photos from the digital camera to a computer The following is a discussion of key software points to make the process of getting your pictures on a computer easier TWAIN is defined by a standard software protocol and API for communication between software applications and image acquisition devices digital cameras and scanners The TWAIN driver is the software that transfers photos from the digital camera into graphic editing software When downloading images with the TWAIN driver the images appear as a series of thumbnails in the window Det The TWAIN interface shows all the images from the camera In the TWAIN software images can be saved on the computer moved to an image editing program selected or deselected and rotated With the software the computer can even control the camera taking pictures setting camera status or viewing specific camera information On line help files are offered in the TWAIN software which can assist if any problems are encountered Just press the HELP button inside of the image editing software and select your topic Note this section of the manual assumes that you are familiar with using all aspects
16. erference Change the position of the receiver with respect to the radio or television equipment that is receiving interference e Move the receiver away from equipment receiving interference Plug the receiver into a different wall outlet so the receiver and equipment receiving interference are on different branch circuits If these measures do not eliminate interference please consult your dealer or an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions Also the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 Please specify the stock number 004 000 00345 4 when ordering copies Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts and service and attach it here Record the serial number and model numbers located on the bottom of the camera Model No _CDS1000 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From LS a a r We want to make sure you enjoy your new digital still camera If you have any questions call Digital Camera Exchange Warranty 877 833 3491 Customer Service seasvoctesertieas EERTE 877 833 3491 ACCESSOTIES ccccseccc
17. g thumbnail versions of the camera s stored images Once the thumbnail images are visible individual images or entire sets of images can be moved to the image editing software From there pictures can be saved on the computer s hard drive indefinitely Images from the digital camera can be used in emails web pages printed documents or whatever software will accept jpeg images If the software cannot connect to the camera PC Users make sure that the USB or serial port that the camera is connected to is active using the Ports control panel Macintosh Users select the TWAIN Driver in the Chooser under the Apple Menu Make sure that the driver uses the port that the camera is attached to TWAIN Driver buttons There are several options within the TWAIN software to simplify working with digital pictures The following is a list of the buttons in the TWAIN driver software and an explanation of their functions Connect Camera to Computer Using this button connects the TWAIN interface to Camera The TWAIN driver will auto detect and connect to the camera when you have selected it However connection may fail if the camera is not connected correctly If your computer fails to communicate with your camera click this button to connect them Note If the camera is connected correctly clicking this button will refresh the thumbnails from the camera Scroll One Row Up Use this button to scroll
18. iew Basic Button Functionality Button EV S Power D Menu MM Shutter release Playback mode Advances to next stored picture Displays preceding picture number Power on off Pressed quickly switches to record menu Pressed and held toggles through submenu choices erase one erase all etc Selects highlighted menu choice Record mode Adjusts the exposure value in 5 increments ranging from 1 to 1 Toggles between auto flash flash on and flash off Power on off Pressed quickly switches to playback menu Pressed and held enters submenus Pressed quickly in submenus toggles through choices picture quality self timer etc Captures images Selects highlighted menu choice in menu 21 22 Specifications Product Type Digital Still Camera Imaging Device 1 3 inch CMOS Image Quality Fine Normal Image Resolution 640 x 480 pixels Recording System Digital JPEG based Recording Medium 2 Mb internal flash memory Erase Functions Single image or all images Video System NTSC output Computer Interface USB RS 232C or Macintosh ADB Focal Length 7 mm Aperture f 2 0 Focus Range 5 infinity Flash Modes Auto Off Shutter Speed 1 to 1 10000 second auto LCD Monitor B W indicator Power Source 2 AA size batteries Alkaline NiCd or Lithium AC Adaptor DC 5V 2A 100V 240V 1 0 A Weight 120g without batteries Dimensions 95 5 W x
19. isplay 12 Selecting Images 19 Playback mode 12 Camera Status 19 Viewing images 12 Camera Setting 19 TWAIN Driver buttons Cont Help for the user s 19 Exit from TWAIN 19 Camera User Interface 21 Camera Top View 21 Camera Front View 21 Camera Back View 21 Bottom of the Camera 21 Sides of the Camera 21 Basic Button Functionality ves 21 References s ssssosoosesororeorernos 21 Specifications 22 Troubleshooting 23 Taking care of your camera 24 Limited Warranty 25 Optional Accessories Order Form CDS1000 27 Unpack the Camera and Accessories Save the packing materials and box in case you ever need to ship or store your digital camera The items shown below are packed with your camera If any are missing or appear damaged contact the dealer where the camera was purchased RS 232C Digital Cable CDS1000 Digital Camera NTSC Video Cable St USB Serial Cable Image Editing Software Macintosh and PC Macintosh ADB Serial Cable CDS1000 Carrying Case AC Power Supply EFS PA N i A Hand Strap 2 AA Batteries Camera Details Shutter release OK button a TQ 7M OO gt
20. l Amount Enclosed ssssossssosssesseasssoosssnssoossronnrerarsnrsrnsre ascesdsosdissisios Use VISA MasterCard or Discover Money order or check must be in U S currency only No COD or cash D Detach Here 27 USE YOUR CREDIT CARD Charge your order on your VISA MasterCard or Discover Card by filling in the provided form IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your VISA card VISA COLOCO Epiro ate C a IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your MasterCard LET RECA Dera TCE Copy Number above your name on MasterCard TTT Expiration date LL CT IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your Discover Card NER COLOCA aati Expiration date LT CT State Zip Daytime Phone No AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Print or type your name i A complete and correct order and address clearly yir wili save you days of waiting i ON E E a a ate a l i Name l l Street I ADE c ane City I Please make sure that both sides of this form have been filled out completely Allow 4 weeks for delivery All accessories are subject to availability Prices are subject to change without notice 28 2 ox Detach Here To order accessories contact your local Dealer If a dealer is not nearby you can also follow the directions below to order by telephone or direct by mail To order by phone To place your order by pho
21. le Never allow dead batteries to remain in the camera Corrosion could cause serious damage Never mix different brands of batteries e Never mix weak batteries with fresh batteries e Dispose of batteries responsibly Playback mode In playback mode 6 the digital camera is able to upload images to a computer or TV screen and erase images that are no longer wanted Remember to switch from Record mode to Playback mode quickly press and release the menu button M until the playback mode icon l appears Viewing images The easiest way to see the images you have stored on the camera is to set up a video line to a television Once connected you can view images through your TV s video input line 1 Make sure the camera is turned on and in playback mode 6 2 Connect the video cable to the camera s video out jack and the other end of the cable to the TV s Video In jack 3 Tune the TV to its video input line for more information about video input see the User s Manual that came with the television 4 Pictures from the camera should be visible at this time To see the next picture stored use the EV button To see the previous picture number use the button Note For information about putting pictures on a computer see the Software section of this manual Erasing single images When an image has been loaded onto a computer or is no longer wanted it can b
22. lf timer turns off automatically To activate the self timer 1 Make sure the camera is in record mode 2 Press and hold the Menu button MJ until first icon flashes 3 Press the Menu button again this time quickly and repeatedly until the self timer icon CV is displayed on the LCD 3 Press the shutter release button on top of the camera to select OK activating self timer mode 4 Frame a picture in the optical viewfinder and press the shutter release button to activate the countdown TIP For vibration free photos use a tripod or other stable surface to mount the camera during self timer mode Adjusting the exposure value EV The digital camera s exposure value is a way to compensate for the amount of time and light the shutter allows to capture an image Using single values for exposure settings positive normal or negative is the digital camera s way of dealing with traditional f stops and shutter speeds The camera can be set to 1 5 0 5 or 1 A negative value can be used to compensate for pictures taken in settings that allow too much light causing an image to be overexposed too bright Positive values can be used for settings that can cause underexposed images too dark While the camera is set by default to automatically choose the appropriate value exposure settings can also be adjusted manually To do so 1 Make sure the camera is in record
23. mage s 18 Erase Image s 18 Exit from TWAIN 19 Get Image s 18 Help for the user s 19 Rotate Image s 18 Scroll One Row Down 18 Scroll One Row Up 17 Scroll One Screen Down 18 Scroll One Screen Up 17 Select All of the Images 18 Select None of the Images 18 Selecting Images 19 Take a Picture 18 vV viewfinder 4 31 4 8 THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS 10330 N Meridian Street Indianapolis IN 46290 1999 Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc Trademark s Registered Printed in the U S A TOCOM 15511680
24. mode er Use the or indicator to determine the setting This screen shows a 5 exposure value Continued on the Next Page 11 12 Exposure value Cont 2 Use the EV button at the upper left of the LCD monitor to increase the exposure value setting or the 4 button to decrease it Note The exposure values can be determined by noting the mark next to E on the LCD screen While the arrow highlights 0 5 or 1 positive EV values are reflected with the plus symbol next to EV and negative values are reflected with the minus symbol Flash control The digital camera is set by default to automatically fire its flash if there is not enough light for a picture Flash firing can be turned off manually as well To turn the flash off 1 Make sure the camera is in record mode EV EV Ev mmn toggle between Flash i NTSC On 3 a and Flash O Q bam in irc atta 2 Use the amp button at the lower left of the LCD monitor to toggle between Flash On a and Flash Off in record mode Use the button to Note Flash On mode allows the camera to automatically determine if the flash needs to be fired It will not fire if there is enough light to take a picture Battery power display One icon that can show up in either record or playback mode is the battery power indicator mm Weak batteries should be replaced as soon as possib
25. ne Normal mode allows for up to 48 images at a resolution of 640x480 pixels i To set Fine picture quality file size allowing you to take the most 1 Make sure the camera is in record pictures mode 8 To set Normal picture quality M 1 Make sure the camera is in record 2 Press and hold the Menu button MJ until you see a blinking N mode 8 Press the Menu button again this 2 Press and hold the Menu button M time quickly and a blinking F will until you see a blinking N This be displayed on the LCD This represents Normal picture quality represents fine picture quality mode 3 Press the shutter release button on top of the camera to select OK and activate fine picture quality Note The camera will remain in fine quality mode until manually changed If the batteries are removed it will change back to the factory default Normal mode Turning on the self timer The Self timer creates a 10 second delay from the time you press the shutter release button and the time the picture is taken The time delay is indicated by the status light indicator on front of the camera a red light near the _ flash blinking once per second for seven seconds and then twice per second for the last three seconds The green ready light near the optical viewfinder on back of the camera will also blink until finished processing the image completely Once an image has been captured the se
26. ne have your Visa MasterCard or Discover card ready and call the toll free number listed below Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form 1 800 338 0376 To order by mail To place your order by mail detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information money order or check in U S currency made payable to Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc to the following address Digital Camera Accessories PO Box 8419 Ronks PA 17573 29 30 A AA Batteries 3 AC Adaptor 6 AC Power Supply 3 Accessories 1 3 included 3 order form 27 ordering 29 Accessories optional 29 Assistance 1 Auto flash sensor 4 Auto Power Off 7 Basic Button Functionality 21 Batteries 3 5 Battery Charger 27 Battery power display 12 Bottom of the Camera 21 buttons EV 21 flash 21 menu 21 power 21 shutter release 21 C camera back view 21 caring for 24 front view 21 status 19 top view 21 Camera details 4 camera settings changing 10 Camera User Interface 21 Camera user interface 21 Capturing Images 7 Carrying Case 3 Case 3 CDS1000 3 CDS1000AC power supply 3 Changing settings 10 computer connecting camera 16 Customer Service 1 D Download Image s 18 Erase Image s button 18 erasing 13 EV button 21 Exit from TWAIN button 19 exposure value 11 F Flash 4 built in 12 Flash button 21 Flash button 4 G Get Image s button 18 H hand
27. ng settings To switch between recording mode and playback mode J quickly press and release the Menu button M at the lower right of the LCD screen until the on screen icon changes Pressing and holding the Menu button enters the camera into a submenu level in either playback or record modes The buttons on the camera s back side allow you to change Once at the submenu level quickly from capture to playback mode These buttons also allow pressing the Menu button toggles changing how the camera records and displays pictures through available choices To choose an item press the shutter release button on top of the camera This acts as the OK selection Record mode Since pictures have to be taken and 3 Press the shutter release button on stored before they can be viewed or top of the camera to select OK erased let s concentrate on different The other option with the digital camera ways to capture images is to shoot in fine mode While this Setting image quality option also uses a resolution of 640x480 pixels less compression is used meaning the quality of the image is better than normal resolution This also means that you can take fewer fine quality pictures When the camera is set to fine resolution up to 24 images can Normal mode uses a high compression be captured scheme which makes the images low in The digital camera can take two different kinds of images normal and fi
28. nserted incorrectly Remove batteries from camera if it will not be used for an extended period of time Never mix old batteries with new ones Never mix batteries of different types Never destroy batteries or dispose of by fire Doing so can cause an explosion or leak caustic materials into the environment Using AC Adapter To power the camera from an electrical outlet use the supplied AC adapter To attach the adapter to your digital camera 1 Open the rubber connector cover on the camera s side using the flap handle and pulling it upwards AC ADAPTER DE EY The supplied AC adapter will allow the digital camera to operate without batteries 2 Plug the AC adapter into the proper camera jack Make sure the plug slides all the way into the jack 3 Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet making sure the prongs slide all the way in 4 Turn the camera s power on by depressing the power button on the back of the camera Important Notes Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter only Using any other AC adapter may cause serious damage to the camera voiding the warranty When unplugging the AC Adapter from the wall socket be sure to grasp the plug not the cord Avoid undue bending pulling or twisting of the AC adapter cord If the power cord gets damaged exposed wires disconnection etc please contact the authorized RCA reseller to purchase a new AC adapter Use of a damaged power cord may cause
29. of the computer including installing software launching applications and saving files If you have any questions about computer operation please consult the documentation that came with the computer 15 16 Selecting the TWAIN driver From within your image editing software you will need to tell the computer what driver to use to get images from your digital camera Select FILE gt SELECT SOURCE and choose the TWAIN driver for the camera that was installed from the supplied software Connect the camera to the computer Now that there are images stored in the camera you can connect it to the computer and download the data to the TWAIN driver software Make sure that the proper serial cable is used to connect the camera to the proper COM USB or serial port Macintosh Users use the supplied Apple Desktop Bus serial port such as that used for external modems or printers Launch the image editing application once the camera is correctly attached to the computer and the supplied software is properly installed Upon first launching the editing software you should be prompted to make a series of selections i i sioa s BE A ea i cmon a Aa Pae E E E RR select GET Pictures A new screen will prompt you to choose the source of the images Choose DIGITAL CAMERA to access stored images The TWAIN driver interface will be launched by the editing software and begin the transfer process by displayin
30. og will appear asking where images should be saved Enter the file name PC Users only three prefix letters such as jpg should accompany the file name Finally click the Save button to complete this step Erase Image s Use this button to erase selected images Note Make sure you have selected only the images to be deleted All selected images in the TWAIN interface will all be deleted at one time Rotate Image s Use this button to rotate selected images 90 degrees clockwise Selecting Images Exit from TWAIN To select images one by one press the Use this button to exit the TWAIN Control key Command key on the driver Macintosh and click thumbnails roe individually to activate the selection Camera Status Use this button to display camera status information Record mode Previews the picture to be taken and displays it on the camera s LCD monitor Play mode Views the photos taken and displays them on the camera s LCD Auto Power Off Time Allows setting of the time interval before auto shut off PC user s note Left Mouse Button increases numbers Right mouse button decreases numbers Camera Setting Use this button to display camera se levels slow 38400 bits per second normal 57600 bits per second and fast 115200 bits per second Help for the user s Use this button to display the on line help window 19 Camera User Interface Camera Top V
31. or flash with your fingers Never open the battery chamber cover disconnect the AC adapter from the camera or unplug the adapter from the wall socket while an image is being stored Doing so may cause the image to be lost Just after the picture is taken the green light near the optical viewfinder on the back of the camera blinks while the image is processing The picture number on the LCD screen may decrease by one after the picture is stored depending on camera settings Viewing Stored Images The images stored in the camera s memory may be viewed on a TV screen or downloaded to your computer For more information about viewing images on the computer see the section Working with Images in this manual Picture Viewing 1 Put the camera into playback mode as indicated The cimain Widen Sap by the Fl icon on the rear LCD display by quickly port allows pictures to be pressing and releasing the menu button M on the eae mhar has back of the camera oa Bs Quickly pressing and releasing the menu button on the back of the camera will toggle O between record and playback modes 2 Connect the video cable to the camera s video input jack 3 Connect the other end of the video cable to the Video Input jack on your television set Getting pictures 4 Tune your television to the Video Line Input to view on the computer the camera s stored images for more information about finding your TV s Vi
32. temperature and humidity may cause serious damage Subject the camera to excessive vibrations When you travel always make sure to use the carrying case and pack the camera where it will not be subjected to a lot of jarring movement This could loosen screws or damage internal camera components Disassemble the camera This will void your warranty and potentially damage precision internal parts Do Make sure any tripod used has a screw that fits the camera s tripod mount properly A longer tripod screw could puncture and damage the camera s casing and internal structure Limited Warranty What your warranty covers Any defect in materials or workmanship For how long after your purchase One year Unit exchange which includes parts and labor The warranty for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm whichever comes first What we will do Exchange a defective Digital Still Camera with a new or at our option refurbished unit How you get service Call 1 877 833 3491 and have your unit s date of purchase and model serial number ready The model serial number information is on the back of your camera A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone If the representative determines that you should receive a replacement camera you will be provided with a Return Authorization RA number and the location of a nearby exchange point if one exists
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