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- Page 1 Digital Camera K3 USER MANUAL...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Thank you for choosing our product. Please read the manual carefully to make best use of all functions of the product and to guarantee a long service life. Please store the manual in a safe place for later reference. Table of contents ... - Page 4 Supported operating systems ...29 Installing the driver...29 6.2.1 Installing the driver in MASS mode...29 6.2.2 Installing the driver in TWAIN mode ...31 7 Transferring files to your PC ... 32 8 Specifications ... 33 9 Memory requirement ... 34 Troubleshooting ... 35 Further information...
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Page 5: Contents Of Package
Contents of package Please ensure that the following items are included in the box: 1x digital camera 1x user manual 2x AAA batteries 1x USB cable 1x audio cable 1x CD-ROM (driver and application software) 1x carrying case 1x wrist strap... -
Page 6: Introduction
Introduction This product is a digital imaging device with an integrated digital camera, digital video recorder, digital audio recorder and PC camera. It allows you to take digital photographs and videos, make voice recordings or use it as a webcam. Product properties •... -
Page 7: Getting Started
Getting started Parts of your camera Familiarise yourself with the parts of your camera before use. That makes it easier to operate the camera. Shutter release Strap eye Flash Lens Battery slot Card slot Photo/Video/ Sound recordingcon -figuration button Left button Menu button Down button On/off button... -
Page 8: Inserting The Batteries
Inserting the batteries Use two AAA (micro) batteries. Push the cover of the battery compartment in the direction indicated to open the compartment. Open the cover of the battery compartment. Insert the batteries into the battery compartment and ensure that the polarity is correct. -
Page 9: Inserting And Removing The Sd/Mmc Card
Inserting and removing the SD/MMC card You can use SD or MMC cards to increase the memory capacity. Switch off the camera before inserting the card. Insert the card as follows (photographs, sound and video recordings are no longer stored in the internal memory, but stored on the card). Inserting the card Open the cover of the card slot. -
Page 10: Attaching The Carrying Strap
Attaching the carrying strap Attach the carrying strap for your convenience and for safety reasons. Pass the loop of the carrying strap through the eye as shown in the illustration. Pull the other end of the carrying strap through the loop of the thin cord and pull the carrying strap tight. -
Page 11: Basic Operation
Basic operation Switching the camera on and off Switching the camera on Press the On/Off button for 1- 2 seconds to switch the camera on. If the camera is not switched on, check the polarity of the batteries and ensure that they are charged. -
Page 12: Using The Mode Buttons
Using the mode buttons The camera features five operating modes. When the camera is switched on,If USB is disconnected， it is automatically in still photograph mode. Press the following mode buttons to select the required mode. Selects the photography mode,Video mode,Recording mode and setting mode Play mode... -
Page 13: Taking Photographs
Taking photographs 4.3.1 LCD descriptions display Status symbols in the photography mode Number of photographs taken, number of photographs available Battery status Single shot mode Burst mode Self-timer mode Automatic flash Flash always on Flash off Best image quality Medium image quality Standard image quality 0.5 megapixel image mode 0.5M... -
Page 14: Snapshot
4.3.2 Snapshot Press the On/Off button to switch the camera on. Select single shot mode When the camera is switched on, it is automa- tically in still photograph mode. If this is not the case, press the button to select the photography mode. Photo- graphy mode is active when the symbol appears in the upper corner of... -
Page 15: Recording Audio
• Resolution • Photo Quality • Photo Effect Page 2: • WB • EV You can choose between three different image modes in the “Capture Mode” menu function: Single When the shutter release is pressed, a single photograph is taken. Sequence When the shutter release is pressed, a series of three photographs is taken. - Page 16 The information shown here is displayed when recording was started using the shutter release. Press the shutter release again to stop sound recording. The sound is recorded as a WAV file. The length available depends on the size of the memory. The LCD display can be switched off using the sleep button (LCD on/off) to save power.
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Page 17: Making Video Clips
Making video clips 4.5.1 LCD descriptions The elapsed time is shown at the top right. The remaining time is shown at the bottom left. The display is not changed during recording and is not updated until recording is complete. 4.5.2 Making a video clip Switch the camera on. -
Page 18: Playing Images, Audio And Videos
Playing images, audio and videos 4.6.1 LCD descriptions Status symbols in play mode 2007:02:11 Current system time: 11.02.2007, 12:02:47 12:02:47 01/10 Number of photographs taken / total photographs Photo is protected Photo is not protected Current file is a photograph (jpg) Current file is a video (avi) Current file is a sound recording (wav) 4.6.2... - Page 19 several photos, videos or sound recordings at once. Use the control buttons to select a file and press OK to play the file. There are three thumbnail modes: 2x2, 3x3 and 4x4, so that four, nine or sixteen thumbnails can be shown on the LCD.
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Page 20: Deleting Photos
Deleting photos You can delete unrequired photos. Either single photos or all photos can be deleted. To do so, you must be in playback mode. Deleting a single photo Select the photo to be deleted in playback mode. Then press the menu button and select “Delete”... -
Page 21: Advanced Operation
Advanced operation Using the flash If there is not enough available light for your photo, the built-in flash can provide the additional light required. Switch the camera on and select the photo mode (single shot or self- timer mode). Press the right button modes. -
Page 22: Changing Menu Options
Changing menu options The camera features image, playback and configuration menus. Press the menu button to select Photography and Playback menus from the photography, playback mode. Press the button to open the configuration menu. Press the (up) and press the OK button to confirm. The respective option selected is highlighted in colour. -
Page 23: List Of Menu Options
List of menu options The menu contents vary in accordance with the operating mode. The menu contents may vary in accordance with the camera model. See “Specifications” on page 34 for further details. Photography mode Menu Setting Single Capture Mode Sequence SelfTimer AUTO... - Page 24 Playback mode Menu Setting Lock Current Unlock Current Protect Lock All Unlock All Current Delete 2 x 2 Thumbnail 3 x 3 4 x 4 Set Logo Use the current photo as the start-up image Enable Play Logo Disable Configuration mode Menu Setting Date&Time...
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Page 25: Exposure Compensation
Exposure compensation By correcting the exposure value (EV), you can adjust images which appear too light or too dark. Selecting the image mode Press the menu button in photography mode. Selecting EV Select the EV item in the menu and press OK to open the exposure option. Selecting an EV value Press to select a suitable exposure compensation and press OK to confirm. -
Page 26: Setting The Image Resolution
Setting the image resolution The basic setting for the image resolution is 5.0 megapixels. Press the menu button in photography mode. Press to select the “Resolution” option and press OK to confirm. You can select one of six resolution settings: 12 megapixels, 5.0 megapixels, 4.0 megapixels, 3.0 megapixels, 2.0 megapixels and 0.5 megapixels. -
Page 27: Setting The Driver
Select the “Photo Effect” item in the menu and press OK to confirm. Press “up” or “down” to select the photo effect option and press OK to confirm. • “Normal”: No special photo effect. • “Black and white”: Images are recorded in black and white. •... -
Page 28: Protecting Photos Against Accidental Deletion
Press to select the required driver type and press OK to confirm. 5.11 Protecting photos against accidental deletion This camera offers a protect function to prevent selected images being accidentally deleted. Press the button to start the playback mode. Open the photo to be protected. Press the menu button and select the “Protect”... -
Page 29: Setting The Date And Time
5.13 Setting the date and time Your digital camera can save the date and time each photo was taken and display this information in playback mode. However, you must first set the date and the time for the camera. Press the button to activate the configuration menu. -
Page 30: Setting The Logo
5.14 Setting the LOGO The LOGO is the startup image which is shown on the display when the camera is activated. This allows the user to define individual images. To do so, proceed as follows: Press the button to start playback mode. Open the required photo Press the menu button and select the “Set Logo”... -
Page 31: Installing The Software
Installing the software Supported operating systems • Windows 98 (including Second Edition) • Windows Me • Windows 2000 • Windows XP Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98 SW, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows ME or Windows XP systems are pre-installed. Installing the driver Driver installation is similar for the various Windows systems. - Page 32 Select “Search for the best driver for your device” and click “Next”. Select “Specify a location” and click “Browse”. Specify the driver CD in your drive. Now click “Next”. The system installs the driver and the following window appears: Click “Finish” to complete installation. You may be prompted to insert the Windows 98 CD during the installation process:...
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Page 33: Installing The Driver In Twain Mode
6.2.2 Installing the driver in TWAIN mode Connect the camera to the computer. The system should automatically recognise that a new device has been connected. In TWAIN mode, the driver must be installed for all systems. The procedure is similar to that described for Mass mode. -
Page 34: Transferring Files To Your Pc
the camera. Location of the drivers on the CD: (Example: “X:\ ” as the CD-ROM drive) X: \ Driver\mass: MASS driver for Win 98 X: \Driver\PC_CAM \win98_2k: TWAIN driver for Win 98 / 2000 X: \Driver\PC_CAM\WinMe_XP: TWAIN driver for Win ME / XP Photos should be downloaded directly in MASS mode. -
Page 35: Specifications
Specifications Sensor Pixels Effective resolution Interpolated resolution File formats Special effects Zoom factor LCD monitor Compatible systems Focal length Aperture Focus range Exposure Exposure compensation Date terminal Flash White balance Burst Self-timer Video output Other functions 1/2.5" CMOS 5.1 million 2560x1920,2304x1728,2048x1536, 1600x1200, 800x600 4000x3000 Photo: JPEG (EXIF 2.1 Version) -
Page 36: Memory Requirement
Memory medium Memory requirement Resolution Quality Superfine 2560x1920 Fine Economy Superfine 2304x1728 Fine Economy Superfine 2048x1536 Fine Economy Superfine 1600x1200 Fine Economy Superfine 1024x768 Fine Economy Superfine 800x600 Fine Economy Video The actual number of stored images can vary depending on the resolution and colour richness (up to ±... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If your camera does not work properly, please check the following items. If the problem still exists please contact your dealer. Symptoms Error A Camera does not take photos Error B Photos disappear from the LCD after a period Error C Not all images can be downloaded to the PC... -
Page 38: Further Information
Further information 11.1 Safety instructions Although this product is safe, please observe the following information and warnings. Caution 1. Do not modify or dismantle the camera. 2. Contact your dealer for repairs and inspections. 3. Do not shake the camera or subject it to hard knocks. The camera may be damaged if it falls. -
Page 39: Battery Tips
11.4 Battery tips Incorrect handling of the batteries can cause them to leak, become hot or explode. Observe the following safety instructions: • Do not heat batteries or dispose of them in fires. • Do not transport batteries with metallic objects, as they can come into contact with the battery poles and cause damage.
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