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  • Page 1 Digital Camera User Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface About this Manual .................1 Safety and Handling Precautions ............2 Battery Information ................2 Important Notes and Information ............2 Photography Terms and Definitions ............3 Specifications ..................5 Package Contents Getting Started Attaching the Camera Strap ..............7 Inserting the Battery ................7 Charging the Battery by USB..............8 Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card ............8 Camera Memory ...................9...
  • Page 4 Using the Function Menu ..............27 Using the Record Menu ............... 31 Setting the Scene Mode ............... 31 Playback..................... 50 Using the Setup Menu Setting Sounds ................... 65 Setting Power Save ................66 Setting LCD Save ................66 Setting Date & Time ................66 Setting Language ................

  • Page 5: Preface

    Preface About this Manual This manual is designed to assist you in using your new digital camera. All information presented is as accurate as possible but is subject to change without notice. For the latest reversion, please visit www.hp.com/support. Copyright This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright.

  • Page 6: Safety And Handling Precautions

    Safety and Handling Precautions Do not take apart or attempt to service the camera yourself. • Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures. • Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm temperatures before powering the camera on. •...

  • Page 7: Photography Terms And Definitions

    Photography Terms and Definitions Terms Definitions A simple technique professional photographers use to ensure they properly expose their pictures, especially in challenging lighting situations. When Auto Exposure Bracketing AEB is selected, the camera automatically takes three or more shots with a (AEB) different exposure for each frame.
  • Page 8 Terms Definitions A device-specific four byte unsigned integer (UINT32) that represents a unique storage area that may contain data objects. The most significant StorageID sixteen bits of a StorageID represents the PhysicalStorageID, while the least significant sixteen bits of a StorageID represents the LogicalStorageID. Universal serial bus, a digital interface for connecting up to 64 devices in a tiered-star topology.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications 2.7” color LCD LCD Display 14M CCD Sensor Type 14.2MP (4368 X 3256) Effective Pixels 4X optical zoom, 5X digital zoom Zoom Focal Length: 4.8 (W) ~ 19.2 (T) mm Lens F: 2.9~6.5 Aperture JPEG/EXIF 2.2 Still Image Format 14 M (4320 x 3240), 3:2 (4320 x 2880), 8M (3264 x 2448), 5M (2592 x 1944), 3M Photo Resolution (2048 x 1536), 16:9 (1920 x 1080), VGA (640 x 480)

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    Package Contents Please check the contents of your camera package. It should contain: Digital camera Li-ion Battery x 1 USB Adapter CDROM disc with User Manual and USB cable Quick Start guide Software installation Warranty card Wrist strap...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting Started Attaching the Camera Strap To reduce the risk of dropping the camera, it is strongly recommended to attach and use the provided camera strap. Inserting the Battery Follow these instructions to insert the battery into the battery/memory card compartment. Please read "Battery Information"...

  • Page 12: Charging The Battery By Usb

    Charging the Battery by USB The battery that comes alone with your package is not fully charged. You need to charge the battery before using the camera. Connect the camera with the USB cable as shown. Connect the other end with the USB adapter and plug it into a power outlet or with the USB port of PC directly for charging.

  • Page 13: Camera Memory

    Camera Memory Internal memory This camera is equipped with 32MB of internal memory. However, storage of images, video and audio clips is limited to approximately 11MB. For optimal use, it is strongly recommend that this camera is used with SD or SDHC memory cards.

  • Page 14: Camera Views

    Camera Views Front View Flash Self-timer LED / AF Assist Lamp Lens Microphone Back View LCD screen Zoom toggle Menu button Function/Delete button LED indicator OK Button / 4-way Navigation Control Playback Button Photo Mode Video Mode Playback Mode Top View Power button Shutter button...
  • Page 15 Bottom View Battery/Memory card compartment USB/TV Out Tripod screw hole Speaker Left/Right View Strap Ring...

  • Page 16: Camera Buttons

    Camera Buttons Button Description Power Press the Power button to turn the power on/off. Shutter Press to capture an image or start/stop recording video or audio clips. In Photo and Video mode, press the "W" side of the toggle to zoom out, Zoom or "T"...

  • Page 17: Turning The Power On And Off

    Button Description In Photo Mode, press to cycle through Macro and other focus options. Super Macro, Pan focus and Infinity) See pages 26 for additional details. Macro/Left In Playback mode, press to view the previous image, video or audio clip. During playback of recorded video clips, press to rewind.

  • Page 18: Initial Settings

    Initial Settings When the camera is powered up for the first time, please set the display language and date & time. Setting the Language Use the 4-way navigation control to move through the selections. Highlight the desired language and press the to select.

  • Page 19: Understanding The Lcd Screen

    Understanding the LCD Screen The LCD screen shows all important information regarding camera settings as well as the visual image of your image or video. The display on the LCD screen is called the On Screen Display or OSD. LCD Screen Layout Photo Mode Screen Layout Item Description...
  • Page 20 Item Description Shutter speed Displays shutter speed settings. Aperture value Displays aperture settings. Indicates that the camera is moving too much that may result in Shake warning image blur. Use of a tripod or steady hand may be required. Indicates macro is enabled. Please see page 26 for additional Macro details.

  • Page 21: Video Mode Screen Layout

    Video Mode Screen Layout Standby layout Recording Layout Item Description Record Mode Indicates the current mode. Zoom indicator Displays zoom. Time remaining Indicates the remaining time of video available. Battery Indicates battery level. Storage media Indicates current storage media in use. Display focus area settings Use to frame subject to record.

  • Page 22: Playback Mode Screen Layout

    Playback Mode Screen Layout The Playback mode display varies depending on the type of image being viewed. Playback mode display of photos: Item Description Playback mode Indicates the camera is in playback mode. Protect Indicates file is protected. Please see page 57 for additional details. Voice clip Indicates the photo has a attached audio clip.

  • Page 23: Playback Mode Of Videos

    Playback mode of videos: Item Description Playback mode Indicates the camera is in playback mode. Protect Indicates file is protected. Please see page 57 for additional details. Video clip Indicates the file is a video clip. Button intro Indicates buttons used during playback. Indicates the current file number and total files stored in the internal memory File Number or SD/SDHC memory card.

  • Page 24: Playback Mode Of Audio Clips

    Playback mode of audio clips: Item Description Playback mode Indicates the camera is in playback mode. Protect Indicates file is protected. Please see page 57 for additional details. Button intro Indicates buttons used during playback. Indicates the current file number and total files stored in the internal memory File no./Total no.

  • Page 25: Changing The Lcd Display

    Changing the LCD Display The type of information displayed on the LCD screen can be changed using the button. Press the button repeatedly to change the LCD display from one type to another. In Photo/Movie Mode, the LCD display can be changed into any of the following: Basic •...

  • Page 26: Recording Photos, Movies And Voices

    Recording Photos, Movies and Voices Taking Photos This camera is designed to make the experience of taking photos simple and quick. It’s Auto mode feature will optimise the internal settings so that in most situations, it can take photos with ease. This camera also has additional modes and features that extend the capabilities for the more experienced user.

  • Page 27: Recording Videos

    Recording Videos This camera is capable of recording videos. Since video recording requires significant memory capacity, it is highly recommended to use SD/SDHC cards with this feature. The available recording time depends on the capacity of the memory card. Videos can be recorded until the maximum memory capacity has been reached. However the length of a single video clip is limited to 4 GB.

  • Page 28: Using The Stabilizer Feature

    Using the Stabilizer Feature The Stabilizer function helps reduce blurred images caused by shaking. Enable the Stabilizer in the Setup Menu as described on page 31. Use the keys to go through the selection. Press the OK button to save and apply changes. If Stabilizer is enabled, the stabilizer icon is displayed on the LCD screen and the ISO setting is automatically set to Automatic.

  • Page 29: Using The Flash Features

    Using the Flash Features By default, this camera is set to automatic flash mode which means that it will determine when to use this feature or not. However, is some situations, it may be useful to manually select the appropriate flash mode. When taking pictures in difficult lighting conditions, use the Flash button to select the desired mode.

  • Page 30: Setting The Focus Mode

    Setting the Focus Mode This function allows users to define the type focus when recording a still image or a video clip. To set the Focus mode Press the Macro button repeatedly until the desired focus mode icon is displayed on the lower left corner of the •...

  • Page 31: Using The Function Menu

    Using the Function Menu The Function Menu is used to quickly adjust basic capture settings while in Photo and Video mode. In Photo mode, the Function menu displays the last 6 scene modes used as well as allow changes to be made in resolution and file compression quality settings, (EV compensation, Auto White Balance (AWB), ISO settings, Metering, and Color mode may be available for different scene modes).

  • Page 32: White Balance

    The table below shows the Photo Size values for still images: Printing Size Printing Size Icon Pixel Size Icon Pixel Size Suggestion Suggestion 4000 x 3000 A2 Size 2048 x 1536 4" x 6" 3648 x 2432 A2 Size 1920 x 1080 HDTV 3264 x 2448 A3 Size...
  • Page 33 Icon Item Description Auto The camera automatically adjusts the white balance. Daylight Ideally used for bright sunny conditions. Cloudy Ideally used for cloudy conditions. Tungsten Ideally used for indoor photos with tungsten or halogen lighting without a flash. Fluorescent 1 Ideally used for indoor photos with reddish fluorescent lighting conditions.

  • Page 34: Color Mode

    Icon Item Description The camera measures the exposure readings from multiple points in the subject area Multi and selects the settings that best match this situation. The camera measures the average light from the entire frame but gives greater weight Center to the subject matter at the center.

  • Page 35: Using The Record Menu

    Using the Record Menu In Photo mode, access to the Record menu is done by simply by pressing the Menu button on back of the camera. When the menu is displayed, use the 4-way navigation control and the OK button to move through menu selections and apply the desired settings.
  • Page 36 The table below shows the available scene mode settings: Icon Item Description The simplest and usually safest way to shoot basic photos. Settings are automatically adjusted by the camera. Each time the camera is Powered Auto off then on, this mode will be selected by default. This is recommended for novice photographers.
  • Page 37 Icon Item Description Candlelight This feature is used to capture warm candle light effects. This scene mode uses the flash and will leave the shutter open longer to get more ambient light from the background. This will help reduce typical flash pictures where the subject does not have a black/dark background.
  • Page 38 Icon Item Description Normally, self portraits require the subject to hold the camera at arms length so that they can push the shutter button. Often the result is a too close-up self image that is over exposed and background details reduced. This mode will not require the shutter button to be pressed while using face detection Self Portrait to track one or more faces in focus range.
  • Page 39 Using Intelligent Scene This feature is most useful for novice users to capture great images even without basic knowledge of photography. Simply frame the shot with the help of Intelligent Scene Mode, the camera automatically recognizes 11 kinds of scenes - Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Macro, Text, Snow, Backlight Portrait, Backlight Portrait, Night Scene, Night Portrait and Foliage - and selects the ideal settings.
  • Page 40 Using LOMO Mode The LOMO mode applies the following artistic effects on the Original photo: Over-saturated colors Off-kilter exposure Blurring Darkening around the edges of photo It is generally used as an interesting technique in candid photography. LOMO Using Sports Mode Ideal to taking a series of sports motion images, such as a golf swing, or try to capture the images of a flying hummingbird/butterfly, be sure to switch the scene mode to sports mode.
  • Page 41 Using Flowing water This feature enhances smooth effects like water or Original silk. Flowing Water Using Food Mode How to share your dining experiences and comments of interesting widgets on your blog by close-up images? Just get the camera and set the scene with food mode. This mode features on macro focus and auto flash designed for close-up photography.
  • Page 42 Select Auction mode from Scene mode menu. keys to choose a pattern. Press the to start shooting. OK button Frame the subject and press the to take Shutter button the first shot. Press the to continue the second shot. OK button Or, press Menu button to go back the first shot.

  • Page 43: Using Smile Capture Mode

    Using Smile Capture Mode When facing the camera, especially kids, smiles are always short and hard to seize by manual shutter. Smile capture mode detects every smile all the time and performs Automatic Focus (AF) to capture an image without pressing Shutter button.
  • Page 44 Ask someone else to take the desired picture by using the semi-transparent screen image as a guide. Move your position until photographer confirm your whole or half body in the frame and in the right place. Press the Shutter button. Camera stores the image produced by this step only.
  • Page 45 Using Fisheye Lens Mode The Fisheye Lens mode applies a hemispherical effect on Original the photos to make them look more interesting. Fisheye Lens Using Photo Stitch Mode Use this feature to create a panoramic photo from multiple shots. You can combine up to 2 or 3 shots into one single and seamless image quickly and easily.

  • Page 46: Using Aperture Priority Mode

    Once the icon overlaps the yellow block, the camera will automatically take the second shot. After taking the second shot, the yellow block moves to the end of the guidance bar, and the OK button option will appear at the bottom right of the LCD screen.

  • Page 47: Using Shutter Priority Mode

    Using Shutter Priority Mode This mode is designed for capturing moving subjects. A faster shutter speed is required to freeze a motion (flying birds), while the slower shutter speed creates a sense of motion (water flowing). To set Shutter values Select from the Scene Mode submenu.

  • Page 48: Setting The Aeb

    To set the Drive Mode From the Record menu, select Drive Mode. Use the keys to go through the selection. Press the to save and apply changes. OK button The table below shows the available Drive mode settings. Icon Item Description Captures an image without time delay.

  • Page 49: Setting The Af Area

    Setting the AF Area AF stands for Automatic Focus. This feature determines the area on which the camera focuses. To set AF Area From the Record menu, select AF Area. Use the keys to go through the selection. Press the to save and apply changes.

  • Page 50: Setting Saturation

    The table below shows the available Sharpness settings: Icon Item Description High Sharpens the image. Normal Medium sharpness. Softens the image. Setting Saturation The Saturation function lets you adjust the color saturation in your photos. Use a higher saturation setting for rich colors and a lower saturation setting for more natural tones.

  • Page 51: Setting The Digital Zoom

    Icon Item Description High Enhance the contrast Normal Medium contrast Reduce the contrast Setting the Digital Zoom This feature controls the digital zoom mode of your camera. Your camera enlarges an image using the optical zoom first. When the zoom scale exceeds 4x, the camera uses digital zoom.

  • Page 52: Setting Auto Review

    To set Date Stamp From the Record menu, select Date Stamp. Use the keys to go through the selection. Press the to save and apply changes. OK button Setting Auto Review The Auto Review function lets you view the captured image right after shooting it.
  • Page 53 Internet Mode The Internet Mode will record videos with predefined settings for easy upload to the Internet website. The Internet supports two file upload standards: • Single File Uploader. The maximum movie file size is up to 100 MB. Internet Uploader. The maximum movie file size is up to 1 GB. •...

  • Page 54: Playback

    Playback Playback the still images, video and audio clips on the LCD screen. Viewing in Single Navigation The Single navigation mode displays the image one by one on the LCD screen. To view images/videos/audio clips, follow the steps below. Slide the Mode switch to Playback mode The LCD screen displays an image.

  • Page 55: Zooming Images

    To set calendar mode Set the camera to Playback mode Press the side of the toggle twice to view thumbnails in calendar mode. Use the navigation controls to move through the items. Press the to select a image and view it OK button normally.

  • Page 56: Playing Videos

    Playing Videos Set the camera to Playback mode Use the navigation controls to scroll through the saved images. A movie clip has a movie icon displayed on screen. Press the to play the video. OK button During playback, press and hold the keys to fast forward or rewind the movie.

  • Page 57: Playing Voice Recording

    Playing Voice Recording Set the camera to Playback mode Use the navigation controls to scroll through the saved images. When viewing a voice recording file, the LCD screen displays the screen layout of Audio clips. See picture on the right. Press the to play the voice recording.

  • Page 58: Using The Delete Button

    Using the Delete Button Use the Fn/Delete button on your camera to delete or mark an image/video/audio clip for deletion. Set the camera to Playback mode View images/videos/audio clips in Single navigation mode. Use the keys to scroll the display. When the desired image/video/audio clip is displayed on the LCD screen, press the Fn/Delete button.
  • Page 59 Select Start, then press the OK button to start the slideshow. During slideshow, press the to pause slideshow. OK button Use the keys to move through the options. Select whether to Continue or Exit the slideshow. Press the OK button to apply selected option.

  • Page 60: To Delete Attached Voice Memo

    To delete attached voice memo: Set the camera to Playback mode View images/videos/audio clips in Single navigation mode. Use the keys to scroll until the desired image with voice memo is displayed on the screen. Press to launch the Playback Menu. Menu button Use the keys to move through the Playback menu...
  • Page 61 Protect Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. A protected file has a lock icon when viewed on Playback mode. To protect files: From the Playback menu, select Protect. The Protect submenu is displayed on the LCD screen. Available select settings: •...

  • Page 62: Voice Memo

    To protect all files: Select Lock all in the Protect submenu. A confirmation message appears. Select Yes. Press the to lock all files. OK button To unlock all files: Select Unlock all in the Protect submenu. A confirmation message appears. Select Yes.
  • Page 63 Press the to launch the Playback menu. Menu button Select Voice Memo. Select Start, then press the OK button to start recording. Press the again to stop recording. OK button Time left (n seconds) for recording. When recording a voice memo to an image with an existing voice memo, the old recording file would be replaced by the new one.
  • Page 64 The succeeding table shows the available settings. Icon Item Description Normal No effect is added to the image. Sepia Image is saved with a sepia tone. B&W Image is saved in black and white. Negative Image appears to be the opposite of the original image. Mosaic Image is saved with mosaic tiles.
  • Page 65 Trim The Trim function allows you to trim an image to another image size. This function is only available for still images. To trim an image: Set the camera to Playback mode. Use the keys to scroll and select an image to trim. Press the to launch the Playback menu.

  • Page 66: Startup Image

    Resize Resizes a previously saved image and only resizing to a smaller size is available. To resize an image: Set the camera to Playback mode Use the keys to scroll and select an image to resize. Press the to launch the Playback Menu button menu.

  • Page 67: To Set Dpof

    DPOF DPOF is the abbreviation for Digital Print Order Format, which allows you to embed printing information on your memory card. You can select the images to be printed and how many prints to make with the DPOF menu in the camera and insert the memory card to the card compatible printer.

  • Page 68: Radial Blur

    Radial Blur The Radial Blur is an effect creates blurs around a point, simulating the result of a zooming or rotating camera. To set Radial blur for an image: Use the keys to specify the level of blurs. The adjusting result on preview synchronously while selecting the level.

  • Page 69: Using The Setup Menu

    Using the Setup Menu You can access the Setup menu whether you are in Record or Playback mode. The Setup menu allows to configure general camera settings. To go to Setup Menu: Press to launch the Record/Playback Menu button Menu. Use the keys to switch the menu tab along the top of the display to Setup...

  • Page 70: Setting Power Save

    Setting Power Save The Power Save function allows you to set an idle time after which the camera automatically sets to sleep mode to save power. After a minute of being in sleep mode, the camera eventually turns off power. This function is not available in the following instances: •...

  • Page 71: Setting Language

    Setting Language Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD screen. Use the navigation control to scroll through the list and select the desired language. Press the to confirm and apply settings. OK button Setting File Numbering This function allows you to select the method in which to assign file numbers to images.

  • Page 72: Setting Lcd Brightness

    Setting LCD Brightness Select a brightness level for the LCD screen. If Auto is selected, the camera will automatically adjust the LCD backlighting to match the shooting conditions. Setting Memory Kit This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and data. Available settings are: •...

  • Page 73: Reset All

    Reset All Use this function to reset the camera to its factory settings. However, the following settings are exceptions and not affected by Reset. Date and Time • • Language TV Out • Custom White Balance data •...

  • Page 74: Making Connections

    Making Connections Connect your camera to: computer, or a printer. Connecting the Camera to a PC You can transfer images, videos and audio files to your PC. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB terminal on the camera.
  • Page 75 Connection established after PC MODE appeared on the LCD screen. Access the files in the camera by your PC. The camera’s internal memory and memory card would display as removable • drives in PC. After the connection, no image is displayed on the LCD screen. •...

  • Page 76: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer Print your photos directly using a PictBridge compatible printer. Turn on your Printer. Check that the printer is turned on, there is paper in the printer, and there are no printer error messages. Connect one end of the USB cable to the printer while the other end to USB terminal on the camera. The USB mode menu appears on the screen.
  • Page 77 To set Print Select Use the keys to scroll and select an image for printing. Specify the number of copies. Use the key to increase/decrease number. Press the to toggle between turning FUNC button on/ off the date stamp. Press the to enter printer settings.

  • Page 78: Appendix

    Appendix About Folder and File Names Your camera automatically creates specific directory of folder in the internal memory cards to organize captured images, videos and audio files. File Naming File names begin with “HPIM” and followed by a 4-digit number that increases in sequence. File numbering starts from 0001 when a new folder is created.

  • Page 79: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause and/or Action Camera does not turn on. The battery may be exhausted. Recharge the battery. Camera turns off automatically. Press any button except the Power button to power on the camera. LCD turns blank. Press any button except the Power button to turn on the LCD. Empty battery icon is displayed on the LCD, and then the One or both of the battery may be exhausted.

  • Page 80: Product Support

    Product Support Should you have a technical support question or your HP Digital Camera require service within the warranty period, please contact the original point of purchase or an authorized HP reseller in your country. If service is not available at those locations, please contact an HP Branded Product warranty agent from the support contact list provided below.
  • Page 81 Contact/phone Support: Country Language Number Europe Region (EMEA) België Nederlandsk/ Deutsch + 32 2700 1724 Deutschland Deutsch + 49 6950073896 España Español + 34 914533458 France Français + 33 171230454 Ireland English + 353 1850882016 Italia Italiano + 39 269682189 Nederland Nederlandsk + 31 202015093...
  • Page 83 P/N: 7525C00269A...

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