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  • Page 1 guide...
  • Page 3 612 digital camera user guide...
  • Page 4 Microsoft Corporation. Pentium® is a U.S. registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Materials disposal This HP product contains the following materials that might require special handling at end-of-life: Mercury in the fluorescent lamp in the liquid crystal display Lead in solder...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1: Getting started Camera parts ......... 1 Setup .
  • Page 6 Getting assistance ........58 Visiting HP Web sites....... 58 Visiting related Web sites.
  • Page 7 Obtaining support within the United States ... . . 59 Obtaining support worldwide ......60 Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement .
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  • Page 9: Chapter 1: Getting Started

    Getting started Your HP photosmart 612 digital camera takes high-quality pictures you can share with family and friends on the Internet or by e-mail. It comes with software for manipulating, storing, and printing your photos. Your camera includes the following features: 2.3 megapixel (MP) resolution...
  • Page 10 CF card indicator image quality self-timer button button power control self-timer LED lens zoom control CF memory card compartment door battery access digital zoom indicator flash symbols self-timer indicator flash button HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 11: Setup

    Setup Setting up your digital camera is quick and easy—follow these steps and you’ll be ready to take pictures. Step 1: Attach the wrist strap 1 Thread the short loop through the wrist strap attachment that is located under the CF memory card compartment door.

  • Page 12: Step 3: Choose The Camera Language

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  • Page 13 To review your images 1 Press the dial to begin reviewing your pictures on the image display on the back of the camera. 2 Turn the dial to scroll through images of pictures you have taken. To navigate the menus 1 Press the dial again.

  • Page 14: Storing Images On A Cf Memory Card

    With a CF memory card you can also view and save images on a computer that is equipped with a CF memory card reader, and print images directly from a printer that has a CF memory card slot. HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Taking Pictures

    Taking pictures This chapter describes the basic process of taking pictures with your digital camera and gives you tips for taking the best pictures. When you are familiar with this process, you can use the advanced camera functions described in later chapters.

  • Page 16: Previewing Your Pictures

    ON/OFF ) button to turn the button halfway down to allow the button all the way down to take button. SHUTTER HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 17: Using Focus Lock

    Note If the camera cannot find a focus or if the exposure will be longer than 1/30 second, a yellow light appears to the left of the viewfinder. You can still take the picture, but the results might not be optimal. Using focus lock The automatic focus feature focuses on the subject in the middle of the picture and requires good contrast within that subject area.

  • Page 18: Using The Self-Timer

    Use the self-timer to take a picture of yourself or a posed group. After you turn on the self-timer and press the camera waits 10 seconds before taking the picture. Zoom control ) position and 2X DIGITAL ZOOM button, the SHUTTER HP photosmart 612 User Guide...
  • Page 19 To use the self-timer 1 Attach the camera to a tripod, or place it on a stable surface at an appropriate distance and height from the subject. 2 With the camera on, frame your subject in the viewfinder, and then press the SELF TIMER button until the...
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  • Page 21: Chapter 3: Managing Images On The Camera

    Managing images on the camera After you have taken some pictures you can view them with the camera’s image display. While viewing images, you can magnify or delete them, or create a print order to print a set of photos. To preserve battery life, connect an ac power adapter (optional) while using the image display.

  • Page 22: Creating A Print Order

    A print order creates a Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) file. This file is stored with your images in memory. status line date the picture was taken ) button or turn the camera off. HP photosmart 612 User Guide...
  • Page 23 You can print photos from your print order in one of two ways: When you transfer your images from the camera to a computer, the print order is copied along with them. If you have configured the software that came with your camera to do so, the computer reads the print order and prints the specified images.

  • Page 24: Deleting Your Images

    8 If you chose to delete all images, the camera asks you to confirm. To confirm, turn the select Yes, and then press the dial to scroll to dial to dial. HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 25: Viewing Small Versions (Thumbnails) Of Your Images

    Note From the Delete menu, you can also choose to Format Memory (or Format CF Card if a CF memory card is installed). Viewing small versions (thumbnails) of your images You can view up to nine of your images at the same time on the image display.
  • Page 26 8 Repeat steps 6 and 7 to scroll the image left and right or to reduce the magnification. 9 To return to a full view of the image, select the Exit icon, and then press the dial. dial to pan left or right dial. HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 27: Chapter 4: Adjusting The Camera Settings

    Adjusting the camera settings You can modify the camera settings to fit the current picture-taking conditions and your preferences. For example, you can adjust the flash settings to fit current lighting conditions. This chapter describes how to: use the flash. change the image quality.
  • Page 28 Note The flash recharges between pictures. This is indicated by a blinking flash icon on the status LCD. When the flash icon stops blinking, you can take another flash picture. flash indicator flash button HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 29: Changing The Image Quality

    Changing the image quality The camera has three image quality settings: Good, Better, and Best. The current image quality setting is indicated by one, two, or three stars on the status LCD. In addition, if the image display is on, GOOD, BETTER BEST The image quality setting determines the quality of your images...

  • Page 30: Changing The Date And Time

    (in pixels) Digital zoom off: 1792 by 1200 mode. Use this setting Digital zoom on: 896 by 600 Digital zoom off: 1792 by 1200 Digital zoom on: 896 by 600 image quality indicator image quality button HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 31: Changing The Camera Language

    To change the date and time 1 Turn on the camera. 2 Press the dial twice to open the main menu. 3 Turn the dial to scroll to the Setup icon, and then press the dial to open the Setup menu. 4 Turn the dial to scroll to Date &...

  • Page 32: Setting The Welcome Screen

    Setup menu. 6 Turn the dial to scroll to Welcome Screen, and then press the dial. 7 Turn the dial to scroll to either This Image or HP Logo, and then press the dial. HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 33: Chapter 5: Sharing And Printing Images

    This chapter describes how to use the camera with the following equipment: Microsoft® Windows® or a Microsoft Windows NT® computer Macintosh computer Computer on which you have not installed the HP software Card reader Printer equipped with a card reader Sharing and printing images...

  • Page 34: Using The Camera With A Windows Computer

    Using the camera with a Windows computer You can copy the images from your digital camera to a Microsoft Windows computer. System requirements for a Windows computer To work with your camera, your computer must meet or exceed the following requirements.

  • Page 35: Installing The Software On A Windows Computer

    Installing the software on a Windows computer 1 Insert the HP photosmart 612 CD into your computer’s CD- ROM drive. The installation window automatically appears. Note If the installation window does not appear, click Start, and then click Run. Type X:\Setup.exe, where X is the letter of your CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 36: Unloading Images To A Windows Computer

    The automatic unload procedure is the preferred method. For descriptions of the other methods, see the online documentation with the HP Photo Imaging software. To conserve battery power, you can use an HP- approved ac adapter (optional) when you are unloading images to your computer.

  • Page 37: Using The Camera With A Windows Nt 4.0 Computer

    CF memory card (purchased separately) and then transfer them from the card to the computer through either a memory card slot in an HP printer equipped with one or through a memory card reader. To use an HP printer that has a memory card slot Follow the instructions in your printer documentation to transfer images from the memory card to your Windows NT 4.0 computer...
  • Page 38 3 Insert the CF memory card into the CF memory card slot in the card reader. 4 Turn the computer on if you have not already. 5 Double-click the HP Photo Imaging Software icon on the Windows desktop. The main window of the HP Photo Imaging Software opens.

  • Page 39: Using The Camera With A Macintosh Computer

    System requirements for a Macintosh computer To work with your camera, your Macintosh computer must meet or exceed the following requirements. For updated system requirements, go to www.hp.com/photosmart. Operating system Macintosh OS 8.6 or later Processor Power PC, 233 MHz...

  • Page 40: Installing The Software On A Macintosh Computer

    4 Follow the instructions on the screen to install the software. Certain versions of the camera are shipped with bonus software. Keep the HP photosmart 612 CD in the computer’s CD-ROM drive and continue to the next section to install the bonus software.

  • Page 41: Unloading Images To A Macintosh Computer

    The automatic unload procedure is the preferred method. To conserve battery power, you can use an HP- approved ac power adapter (optional) when you are unloading images to your computer.

  • Page 42: Tips For Unloading Images To A Macintosh Computer

    PI:Photos:2002.07.04. If you ever decide to delete the ArcSoft PI folder, you must first move your images to another folder. If you do not, your images will be deleted from the hard disk when you delete the PhotoImpression folder. HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 43: Unloading Images Without Using The Camera Software

    Unloading images without using the camera software If you are away from home, you can unload images to a computer that does not have the camera software installed on it. Note Make sure that the computer has a USB port and that its operating system is Windows 2000 or Windows ME or later, or Macintosh OS 8.6 or later.

  • Page 44: Using A Card Reader

    Printing images on a printer equipped with a card reader If your printer has a slot for a CF memory card, as the HP photosmart 1000 and higher series printers do, you can print your images directly from the card. For more information, see your printer’s documentation.

  • Page 45: Chapter 6: Storing Images In Memory

    Storing images in memory When you first unpack your digital camera and begin taking pictures, the images are stored in the camera’s internal memory. This makes it easier than ever to save pictures; there’s no need for film of any kind. You can delete unwanted images from the camera anytime, making space available for new images.

  • Page 46: Determining The Number Of Pictures You Can Take

    Pictures taken with an image quality of require the least amount of memory. You can store a maximum of approximately 113 such images on the camera. number of images remaining in memory BEST (three stars) BETTER (two stars) GOOD (one star) HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 47: Using A Cf Memory Card

    CF memory card. Note The HP photosmart 612 digital camera is shipped without a CF memory card. If you do not install a CF memory card, all images are automatically stored in internal memory.

  • Page 48: Installing A Cf Memory Card

    The card should fit easily almost all the way into the slot. If it stops when it is only partially inserted, turn the card over and try again. Do not force the card into the camera. CF removal lever HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 49: Checking The Cf Memory Card Status

    6 Gently push the CF memory card all the way into the camera. 7 Close the CF memory card door. If you cannot close the CF memory card door, you might not have inserted the card correctly. Remove the card and try again. Checking the CF memory card status If you have a CF memory card installed in the camera, the letters appear in the status LCD and in the status line of the image...

  • Page 50: Using Both Internal Memory And A Cf Memory Card

    Either make room on the CF memory card or turn the camera off and replace the CF memory card. 6 Turn the dial to select Yes, and then press the dial. HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 51: Formatting Memory

    CF memory card along with the images. Formatting memory The internal memory installed in your digital camera is formatted at the factory. Under ordinary circumstances, you do not need to format it. However, if the camera does not store images properly, you might want to try formatting the internal memory.
  • Page 52 Make sure you are formatting the correct card! If you’re not sure, check the contents of the card before you format it. NO IMAGES CARD) appears on the HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 53: Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Camera

    Powering your camera Your digital camera can be powered by batteries or an HP- approved ac power adapter. For convenience, use batteries when you are taking pictures. To preserve battery power, use an ac...
  • Page 54 When using the camera with a computer or when using the image display for extended periods of time, use an ac power adapter that HP has approved for use with your digital camera. Limit your use of the image display, except when using an ac power adapter.

  • Page 55: Replacing The Batteries

    Replacing the batteries The camera uses four AA batteries. You can use photo-lithium or photo-quality alkaline AA batteries, or rechargeable NiMH AA batteries. You can purchase additional batteries from your local camera or electronics store. Note If you choose to use rechargeable batteries, you must recharge them in a separate device, outside the camera.

  • Page 56: Using An Ac Power Adapter

    CAUTION Use only an ac power adapter that HP has approved for use with the camera. Use of any other adapter will void your warranty and can damage your camera.

  • Page 57: Caring For Your Camera And Accessories

    Caring for your camera and accessories Camera Keep the lens clean to help you take sharp, clear photos with the best possible focus. Use a dry, soft, lint-free cloth to gently wipe the lens and status and image displays to clean off any fingerprints and dust.

  • Page 58: Safety Precautions

    Do not incinerate or puncture batteries. Use only the HP-approved ac power adapter. Failure to do so could damage the camera or cause a fire. Use of a non-HP ac power adapter will also void your camera’s warranty. HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 59: Chapter 8: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter contains information about the following items: troubleshooting error messages HP support camera warranty Problems and solutions Problem Possible cause The camera The batteries are not does not turn functioning correctly. The ac adapter is not functioning correctly.
  • Page 60 Purchase higher-grade batteries, such as “ultra-” or “premium-” grade alkaline or lithium batteries, or switch to rechargeable NiMH batteries. These batteries are available from various battery manufacturers. Always carry the camera securely in a case. HP photosmart 612 User Guide...
  • Page 61 Problem Possible cause The NiMH batteries you are using were recharged incorrectly. The wrong The batteries were date and/or dead or were time is removed from the shown. camera for more than 10 minutes. The incorrect The wrong language language is was selected when set on the you started the...
  • Page 62 For more information, see “Using focus lock” on page 9. If you are photographing a moving object, try using focus lock. Hold the camera steady as you press button, or use a tripod. SHUTTER HP photosmart 612 User Guide...
  • Page 63 Problem Possible cause My image is There was not too dark. enough light. The flash was on, but the subject was too far away. A light shone behind the subject. Your finger blocked the flash. My image is The flash provided too bright.

  • Page 64: Error Messages

    Control Panel and set to at least 96 MB. Solution Reformat the CF memory card or replace the card. Press the button to turn the image display off and use the viewfinder to frame your pictures. HP photosmart 612 User Guide...
  • Page 65 Error Possible cause message CF CARD The CF memory card needs REQUIRES to be formatted. FORMATTING INVALID DATE! You set an invalid date, such as February 31, 2002. NO IMAGES ON You attempted to view CF CARD images, but no images are stored on the CF card that is in the camera.

  • Page 66: Getting Assistance

    To help ensure trouble-free performance, your HP digital camera comes with award-winning HP Customer Care. Whether you have a question or a request for repair, HP Customer Care makes it fast and easy to get the assistance you need. Visiting HP Web sites HP product support Visit www.hp.com/go/support to find information for your camera model.

  • Page 67: Contacting Hp Customer Support

    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 HP's support hotline can help resolve problems with setup, installation, configuration, and operation.

  • Page 68: Obtaining Support Worldwide

    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, then HP will ship you this replacement product next business day free of charge.
  • Page 69 If the number below has changed, visit www.hp.com/cposupport/mail_support.html to check for a new one. For English support in Europe, contact +44 (0)207 512 52 02. Argentina (5411) 4778 8380 0810 555 5520 (clientes del interior) Australia +63 (3) 8877 8000...
  • Page 70 +90 216 579 71 71 Ukraine +7 (380-44) 490-3520 United Arab Emirates 971 4 883 8454 United Kingdom (UK) +44 (0) 207 512 52 02 Venezuela 800 47 777 (Caracas 207 8488) Viet Nam +84 (0) 8 823 4530 HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 71: Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement

    HP does not warrant that the operation of HP products will be uninterrupted or error free. If HP is unable, within a reasonable time, to repair or replace any product to a condition as warranted, you will be entitled to a refund of the purchase price upon prompt return of the product.

  • Page 72: Hardware Repair Services

    EXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL HP OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT OR DATA), OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. Some...

  • Page 73: Appendix A: Reference

    Appendix A: Reference This appendix describes: the symbols on the status LCD. the camera indicator lights. the camera specifications. Symbols on the status LCD Icon Meaning Batteries good Batteries low, almost time to replace Batteries empty; sufficient power for a few pictures (blinking) Batteries empty;...
  • Page 74 Better photo quality Best photo quality Photo included in DPOF print order Self-timer on CF memory card in camera Digital zoom on Pictures remaining (blinking) CF memory card error Camera connected to computer Zoom in Zoom out HP photosmart 612 User Guide...

  • Page 75: Camera Indicator Lights

    Camera indicator lights self-timer light Indicator light State Viewfinder Green Yellow Self-timer Red – blinking Appendix A: Reference viewfinder indicator light Meaning The camera has achieved the best focus and exposure and is ready to take a photo. The camera cannot find a focus or the exposure will take longer than 1/30 second.

  • Page 76: Camera Specifications

    1.8 inch color LCD with 61,600 pixels (280 x 220); 3x and 6x playback magnification Power 4 AA batteries (included) or optional HP-approved ac adapter Interface Dimensions 113 mm (4.52 inches) long by 43 mm (1.72 inches) wide by 68 mm (2.72 inches) high...
  • Page 77 Index Numerics 2x digital zoom 1 2x DIGITAL ZOOM message 10 2x optical zoom 1 2x timer button 10 AC power adapter 48 adapter. See AC power adapter aperture 68 Apple Macintosh. See Macintosh computer ArcSoft PhotoImpression 34 AUTO FLASH message 19 Auto Flash setting 19 AUTO icon 19 automatic...
  • Page 78 8 using optical and digital zoom 9 using viewfinder 7 when precision is important 8 full memory 39 GOOD image quality 21 green light next to viewfinder 67 groups, using self-timer for 10 HP photosmart 612 User Guide...
  • Page 79 See customer support HOLD STEADY message 20 holding the camera 7 HP photosmart Web site 58 HP product support Web site 58 HP Quick Reference-Photo Imaging icon HP SupportPack 60 icons AUTO FLASH 19 battery 45 flash 19 FLASH ON and FLASH OFF 20...
  • Page 80 45 previewing. See viewing Print (DPOF) menu 5 print orders adding 14 copying from internal memory to memory card 43 creating and editing 14 indicator 66 where shown 13 printing from a memory card 25 HP photosmart 612 User Guide...
  • Page 81 15 without a computer 36 problems, troubleshooting 51 purchasing AC power adapter 48 card reader 36 HP SupportPack 60 quality of images changing 21 effect on memory 38 good, better, and best 21 range for automatic focus 54 for flash 55...
  • Page 82 28 installing software 27 system requirements 26 unloading images 28 using camera with 26 using camera with NT 4.0 29 wrist strap, attaching 3 yellow light next to viewfinder 67 zoom indicator 2 zooming 7 HP photosmart 612 User Guide...
  • Page 84 Printed in Singapore 8/01 C8908-90029...

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