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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual MP82...
  • Page 2 Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight.
  • Page 3 Before Use -If you see this symbol- About the LCD monitor • Do not press the LCD monitor with Information on Disposal in other excessive force. Uneven colours may Countries outside the European appear on the LCD monitor and it may Union malfunction.
  • Page 4 Before Use About Condensation (When the lens When not using the camera for a long is fogged up) period of time • Condensation occurs when the ambient • Store the battery in a cool and dry place temperature or humidity changes as with a relatively stable temperature.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents PRECAUTIONS ECORDING TILL MAGES SING THE MODE CARE AND MAINTENANCE ETTING MAGE IZE AND UALITY SING THE UNCTION CONTENTS SING THE LASH SING THE ACRO GETTING STARTED & B SING THE TIMER URST ECORDING OVIE LIPS SING ETTING THE OVIE NPACKING ECORDING...
  • Page 6 ROTECTING ILES ROTECTING ULTIPLE ILES DITING MAGES OTATING TILL MAGES HANGING THE MAGE HANGING THE MAGE WITH FFECTS OPYING THE ILES DPOF ETTING THE HOOSING A TARTUP MAGE SOFTWARE INSTALLATION YSTEM EQUIREMENTS ® INDOWS ® ACINTOSH NSTALLING THE OFTWARE NSTALLING THE OFTWARE RIVER NSTALLING...

  • Page 7: Using This Menu

    Getting Started Using This Menu Getting Started This section contains information you should know before using this camera. Basic Operation This section explains all recording features of this camera. Basic Recording This section explains how to record still images, movies, and audio files. Other Recording Functions This section explains common operations about recording images.
  • Page 8 Unpacking Camera USB Cable AV Cable Soft Case(*) Strap 2 x AA Batteries Software Installation Quick Start Guide Battery Charger(*) CD-ROM Actual accessories may be different. Items marked with (*) are available as optional accessories. Note that the shape of the charger plug depends on the area where you purchased the camera.

  • Page 9: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera 1. Flash ( page 23) 2. Self-timer Lamp 3. Lens 4. Microphone 5. Zoom Button ( page 22) Thumbnail ( page 34) Playback Zoom page 33) 6. Playback Button page 13) 7. Menu Button ( page 15) 8.
  • Page 10 15. Strap Ring 16. Shutter Button page 19, 26) 17. Power Button ( page 12) 18. Speaker 19. USB/AV Terminal page 18, 48) 21. Battery Cover ( page 5) 22. Tripod Socket...

  • Page 11: Inserting The Batteries

    Inserting the Batteries The camera is powered by two AA-size alkaline batteries or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow. Insert the batteries. Insert two AA-size batteries with the positive (+) and negative (-) poles matching the directions indicated inside the battery room.

  • Page 12: Card

    Inserting the Memory Card You can use SD Card with this digital camera. The memory card slot is located beneath the battery cover, adjacent to the battery compartment. Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow.

  • Page 13: Language

    Setting the Display Language / Date & Time When using the camera for the first time after purchasing, be sure to choose a language and set the date & time before using the camera. Setting the Display Language Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Setup Menu ( page 16).
  • Page 14 Apply the setting. After adjusting the settings, press the SET or the MENU button to apply the setting. If the batteries are removed for longer than 48 hours, the Date and Time will need to be re-set.

  • Page 15: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is used to compose images while recording, adjust settings and replay images. The following indicators may appear on the LCD monitor while recording or playing back images. REC mode Recording mode ( page 13) Shake warning ( page 19) Flash (...
  • Page 16 PLAYBACK mode Playback mode ( page 13) Battery ( page 5) Captured date & time Protect ( page 37) Voice memo ( page 28) Voice memo control ( page 28) File number / Total DPOF ( page 42) Storage media Resolution ( page 21) Recording info (...

  • Page 17: Tatus

    Changing the LCD Status Press the SET/DISP button changes the LCD status as shown below: REC mode (A) OSD on (B) Guide line (C) OSD off Use the “Guide line” to compose images easily before shooting images. PLAYBACK mode (D) Full OSD (E) Basic OSD (C) OSD off You cannot change the LCD status in the following situation:...

  • Page 18: Off

    Basic Operation Turning the Power On and Off Press the POWER button ( ) to turn on the camera in the REC mode. The power turns on, the lens extends and the LED lights in green. Press the PLAYBACK button ( ) to turn on the camera in the PLAYBACK mode.

  • Page 19: Rec Mode And

    Changing the Mode You can record images and voices in the REC mode. And using the PLAYBACK mode to replay, delete, or edit images on the LCD monitor. Switching between REC mode and PLAYBACK mode In REC mode, press the PLAYBACK button ( ) to switch to the PLAY mode.
  • Page 20 Display Title Description Q Mode Allow beginners to take pictures easily. Landscape Use for the wide scenic views. Portrait Blurring the background to focus on the subject. Snow Use for the beach or snow scenes. Fireworks Slow shutter speed to take fireworks exploding. Night Scene Shooting the subject while keeping the background night scenery.

  • Page 21: Rec Mode

    Using the Menus When a menu is displayed, the four-way control and the SET button are used to make the desired settings. REC menu Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode page 13). Open the REC menu. Press the MENU button ( ) to display the menu.

  • Page 22: Mode

    Effect Off / B&W / Sepia / Negative / Red / Green / Blue Date Stamp Off / Date / Date & Time Digital Zoom Off / On REC menu list (Movie) Menu Item Available Setting Page Movie Size Metering White Balance Auto / Setup menu...
  • Page 23 Press the MENU ( ) button to close the menu. Setup menu list Menu Item Functions [Shutter]: Sets the shutter sound on and off. [Start-up]: Sets a type of the start-up sound. [Beep]: Sounds Sets the operation sound on and off. [Volume]: Adjusts the volume of the shutter sound, start-up sound, beep and playback sound.
  • Page 24 Menu Item Functions [Reset]: Reset file numbering each time the memory card is changed. Resetting the file number is useful for avoiding the file name duplication when images are downloaded to a computer page 49). You can review images on a television with a supplied AV cable page 47).

  • Page 25: Recording Still Images

    Basic Recording Recording Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode page 13). Compose the subject on the monitor. Aim the focus area ( ) to the subject that you want to take. Half press the shutter button to focus the image. The focus area ( ) becomes green while in focus, then shutter speed ( ), aperture value ( ) and ISO value ( ) are displayed.

  • Page 26: Using The Q Mode

    Using the Q mode The Q mode provides a simplified camera interface. Larger icons and fewer controls make it easier to take pictures anytime, especially for the beginners and elder users. You can use only the basic settings in the Q mode: Flash: Auto / Red eye / Force on / Slow sync / Force off Macro: Off / On...

  • Page 27: Uality

    Setting Image Size and Quality You can select lower image resolution and quality to decrease the image size to capture more images. Choose a suitable setting according to the desired image quality and purpose. For details, see page 15. Resolution Values Image Size Print Size 3264 x 2448...

  • Page 28: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function Your camera has a combination of optical and digital zoom functions that allows you to zoom in on far away subjects or zoom out for a wide angle shot. The optical zoom is achieved by mechanically adjusting the lens of the camera. The digital zoom enlarges or shrinks the image using a software process.
  • Page 29 Using the Flash The flash is not only for taking pictures when there is insufficient light, but also when the subject is in shade or in backlight conditions. Press the flash button to cycle your camera through the various flash modes. The flash will not activate when continuous shooting or movie recording.

  • Page 30: Using The Macro

    Using the Macro Your camera is equipped with a macro function that allows you to focus on very close subjects. In macro mode you can focus on subjects 15 cm from the lens when in the maximum wide angle setting and 40 cm in the maximum telephoto setting. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode ( page 13).

  • Page 31: Urst

    Using the Self-timer & Burst Use the self-timer to set a delay from the time the shutter button is pressed to the time the image is shot. Use the burst to record continuous still images shooting. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode ( page 13).

  • Page 32: R Ecording M Ovie C Lips

    Recording Movie Clips Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Movie mode page 13). Compose the subject on the monitor. Aim the focus area ( ) to the subject that you want to take. The LCD monitor displays the available recording time ( ).

  • Page 33: Recording Audio Clip

    Recording Audio Clips Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Voice REC mode page 13). Press the shutter button ( ) to start recording. The voices are recorded from the microphone ( ) of the camera. Be careful to avoid touching the microphone while recording.

  • Page 34: Emo

    Recording a Voice Memo to Still Images You can add a voice memo to the still images after you record it. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Press to select a still image that you want to add a voice memo.

  • Page 35: Other Recording Functions

    Other Recording Functions Setting the Metering There are 3 different light metering options available on your camera. Option Description Light is measured from the entire shooting screen, but gives more importance to the values near the centre. Select an exposure based on readings from multiple points in the subject area.

  • Page 36: S Etting The E Xposure

    Setting the ISO With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to the brightness of the subject. Option Description Auto Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. ISO 50 Sets the sensitivity to ISO 50 equivalent. ISO 100 Sets the sensitivity to ISO 100 equivalent. ISO 200 Sets the sensitivity to ISO 200 equivalent.

  • Page 37: S Etting The S Harpness

    Setting the Sharpness You can select whether you want the image to have sharp or soft outlines. Option Description The edges of the image are emphasized. The edges will become sharp, but noise may occur in the recording image. The edges of the image are sharp. This is suitable for printing. The edges of the image are softened.

  • Page 38: Playing Back Image

    Playback Playing Back Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). The latest recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. If there are no images stored, a message [No image] appears. Press the four-way control ( ).
  • Page 39 Magnifying & Trimming Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Select an image. Press ( ) to select the image that you want to magnify or trimming. Only still images can be magnified and trimmed.

  • Page 40: V Iewing In T Humbnail

    Viewing in Thumbnail Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Press the zoom button [W], a thumbnail screen is displayed. Use the four-way control to select the desired image, and press [T] or the SET button to show the selected image in full screen.

  • Page 41: Deleting File

    Deleting Files Deleting a Single File Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Open the menu. Press the MENU button ( ), then use the four-way control ( ) to select Delete ( ) and press the SET button ( ).

  • Page 42: D Eleting M Ultiple F Iles

    Deleting Multiple Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen ( page 34). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then Press to select to select Delete ) and press the SET button. Press to select [Select], and then press the SET button. The frame of the selected image turns green.

  • Page 43: Protecting All Files

    Protecting a Single File Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Protect ) and press the SET button. Press to select [SINGLE], and then press the SET button.

  • Page 44: Protecting Multiple Files

    Protecting Multiple Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen ( page 34). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then Press to select to select Protect ) and press the SET button. Press to select [Select], and then press the SET button. The frame of the selected image turns green.

  • Page 45: Editing Images

    Editing Images Rotating Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Press to select the image you want to rotate. Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Rotate ( and press the SET button.

  • Page 46: Changing The Image With Effects

    Changing the Image with Effects Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Press to select the image you want to add the effect. Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Effect ) and press the SET button.

  • Page 47: Copying The Files

    Copying the Files You may copy the data from the camera’s internal memory to the memory card for convenience. Be sure you have inserted a memory card into your digital camera. Set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode. page 13). Open the menu.

  • Page 48: Setting The Dpof

    Setting the DPOF The Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) setting allows you to select images on the memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service or for printing on a direct print function compatible printer.

  • Page 49: Choosing A Startup Image

    Choosing a Startup Image Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select S.Image ) and press the SET button. Press to select the image you want, then press the SET button to apply the choice.

  • Page 50: Software Installation

    Software Installation System Requirements ® Windows ® PC with processor better than MMX™ Pentium 233 MHz ® Windows XP/2000/ME/98SE/98/Windows Vista™ Minimum 32 MB RAM USB port CD-ROM drive 800x600 pixels, 16-bit colour display compatible monitor ® Macintosh ® Power Mac G3 or later ®...

  • Page 51: Installing The Software

    Installing the Software The bundled software CD has the drivers and software that come with the camera. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The autorun menu appears: The following software is listed: Install Presto! Mr. Photo Install software for organizing and manages photos inside hard drive. Install Quick Time Install Quick Time software allows you to playback a range of standard video and photo formats from the camera.

  • Page 52: Installing The Software Driver

    Installing the Software Driver Windows 98 (Second Edition) requires the installation if the driver to use the camera has a mass storage device. Install the included software installation CD-Rom in you computer’s CD-ROM driver. Open the CD-ROM in [My Computer] and use mouse right click on the program file named [DSC Driver] located in the CD-ROM.

  • Page 53: Making Connections

    Making Connections Connecting the Camera to a TV You can display recorded images on a television with a supplied AV cable. Set the TV out to match the TV system that you are using ( page 18). Turn off the camera and the TV. Use the supplied AV cable to connect the camera to the TV set.

  • Page 54: Connecting The Camera To Apc

    Connecting the Camera to a PC There are two ways to download files from the camera’s internal memory or memory card to a computer: Inserting the memory card into a card reader Connecting the camera to a computer using the supplied USB cable Using the Card Reader Eject the memory card from the camera and insert it in a card reader that is...

  • Page 55: Appendix

    Appendix About the Folder & File Name Your digital camera automatically creates a directory of folders in the internal memory or memory card that it uses to organize still images, movie clips and other information. Folder Structure Folder name begins with a 3-digit number from 100 to 999 and followed by “DICAM”, each folder holds up to 9999 files.

  • Page 56: Formatting The Memory

    Formatting the Memory To erase all data stored in the memory card if you are using a card, or all data stored in the internal memory if there is no card inserted. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC or PLAYBACK mode page 13).

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Power does not turn on. Battery is inserted in the wrong Reload battery in the correct direction. direction. Batteries are dead. Replace or recharge batteries. The battery compartment door Make sure the battery is open. compartment door is securely closed.

  • Page 58: Specifications

    Specifications Sensor 8 Mega Pixels CCD, Size : 1/2.5 inch Lens Focal Length : f = 6.2 ( W ) ~ 18.6 ( T ) mm , 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom LCD monitor 2.5” LCD monitor Focus Range Normal: 80cm ~ Infinity ( from the tip of barrier ) Macro: (W) 15 cm ~ 1 m / (T) 40 cm~ 1 m ( from the tip of barrier ) Aperture...

  • Page 59: Function Available List

    Function Available List Still Capture Mode Function One time AF Focus Continuous AF Infinity Fixed 2 sec. 1/15~ Shutter Speed 1/2000 1/2000 1/2000 1/2000 1/2000 1/2000 1/2000 fixed. 1/2000 1/2000 1/2000 1/2000 1/2000 1/2000 Macro Auto Red eye Flash Force on Slow sync Force off 16:9...
  • Page 60 Still Capture Mode Function Auto +0.3 ~ +2.0 Exposure -0.3 ~ -2.0 Drive 2 sec. Mode 10 sec. Double Burst Highlight Hard Normal Sharpness Soft B&W Sepia Effect Negative Green Blue Date Date Stamp Date & Time Digital Zoom...
  • Page 61 : Factory setting : Default : Available : Not available. : Setting is retained even after mode switch or power off. (*): Set to [OFF] after power off.

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