Digital Blue Disney Pix Max Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Picture Review Mode Camera Basics Installing the Batteries Reviewing Pictures - Single Image View Camera Components Reviewing Pictures- Collection View Display Screen Deleting Pictures From the Camera Getting Started Quickly Zooming While Reviewing Pictures Camera Modes Summary Additional Camera Features Using an SD Card Picture Taking Mode...
  • Page 3: Camera Basics

    Installing the Batteries The camera is powered by two AA batteries (not included). To install the camera batteries: Slide the battery compartment door open. To do this, put your finger in the indention on the compartment door and slide it down. The door will pop open.
  • Page 4 Camera Components (cont.) Use to add fun Disney characters to your photos. Magic Wand Button- Magnify your pictures up to 8x. Zoom Buttons- Choose the OK Button to make a selection in the Menu. OK Button- Toggles between Picture Taking Picture Taking/Review Button- mode and Picture Review mode.
  • Page 5: Display Screen

    Camera Components (cont.) Connects the camera to your computer. Connect USB Cable Connection- the mini USB cable end to your camera then connect the USB Cable Connection into the USB slot on your computer when you are ready to download your images. Allows you to plug the camera directly into your TV Out Connection- television so you can preview your photos on TV!
  • Page 6 Display Screen (cont.) Indicates whether the Flash is On, Off or Auto. Flash Icon– Off= Indicates if the Self Timer function Self Timer Icon– has been activated. Self Timer Inactive = No Icon Self Timer Active = Shows the number of images you have taken, followed Counter–...
  • Page 7: Getting Started Quickly

    Getting Started Quickly With Camera Basics You are probably excited to start using your new camera right away! Here is a quick list of steps to get you started. Refer to each specific area in the manual for detailed instructions. Follow these quick steps to get started with your camera: Insert the batteries into the camera.
  • Page 8: Camera Modes Summary

    In Picture Taking mode, the Menu options are: Flash Setup, Image Size, Self Timer, Stamp and Setup Mode. Taking Pictures With The Camera Taking pictures with your digital camera is a fun way to share memories with your friends and family! To take pictures with the camera: Turn the camera on by pressing the Power button and wait a moment.
  • Page 9: Photography Tips

    These general tips will help you improve the quality of the photos you shoot. Because this is a digital camera, it’s easy to experiment and try different techniques. If you don’t like the results, you can delete the pictures and try again.
  • Page 10: Setting The Flash

    Setting the Flash It is best to use the camera flash in low-light situations or when you want to make the subject of your picture stand out. The camera has three flash settings: When you turn the flash on, the camera’s flash will illuminate Flash On- your subject every time you take a picture.
  • Page 11: Setting The Self Timer

    Selecting the Image Size (cont.) To set the Image Size in Picture Taking mode: Turn the camera on by pressing the Power button and wait a moment. To change Image Size, press the Left Arrow button to select the Image Size you want.
  • Page 12: Adding A Stamp To Your Pictures

    Setting the Self Timer (cont.) You can set the delay on the Self Timer to 5 or 10 seconds. This is how much time you have before the camera takes a snapshot. To set the delay time for the Self Timer: Turn the camera on by pressing the Power button and wait a moment.
  • Page 13: Zooming While Taking Pictures

    Zooming While Taking Pictures You can take pictures with greater detail by using Zoom functionality. To Zoom in Picture Taking mode: Turn the camera on by pressing the Power button and wait a moment. Use the Display Screen to view your subject. Press the Zoom In (+) button to look at your subject closer.
  • Page 14: Reviewing Pictures- Collection View

    Reviewing Pictures - Collection View In Collection view, you can see all of your photos instantly by reviewing thumbnails (small images) on the Display Screen. To review pictures stored in the camera memory: Turn the camera on by pressing the Power button and wait a moment. Press the Picture Taking/Review button to enter the Picture Review mode.
  • Page 15 Press the OK button to select “Yes” and return to reviewing pictures in Picture Review mode. If you decide not to delete the image, press OK when “No” is highlighted. You will return to the Menu. Press the Picture Taking/Review button to return 1 1.
  • Page 16: Zooming While Reviewing Pictures

    Zooming While Reviewing Pictures You can look at the pictures you have taken in greater detail by using Zoom functionality. To zoom in Picture Review mode: Turn the camera on by pressing the Power button and wait a moment. Press the Picture Taking/Review button to enter the Picture Review mode. Use the Right and Left Arrow buttons to choose the picture you would like to see in greater detail.
  • Page 17: Viewing Pictures On Your Television

    Viewing Pictures On Your Television You can show pictures that are stored in camera memory to your friends and family on the TV! To view pictures on your television: Slide the TV Out compartment door open. To do this, put your finger in the indention on the compartment door and slide it down.
  • Page 18: Beep

    Camera Auto Off (cont.) Use the Left/Right Arrow buttons to select the option you want. You can choose: 1 minute = 3 minutes = = camera turns itself off if it is inactive for 1 minute 1 Minute = camera turns itself off if it is inactive for 3 minutes 3 Minutes = camera can only be turned off by pressing the Power button Never...
  • Page 19: Lcd Brightness

    LCD Brightness Turn the camera on by pressing the Power button and wait a moment. Press the Menu button when you are in Picture Taking mode. Use the Left/Right Arrow buttons until Setup Mode is highlighted. Press the OK button to select Setup Mode. Use the Left/Right Arrow buttons until Brightness is higlighted.
  • Page 20: Changing The Frequency Setting

    Setting the Time and Date (cont.) Press the Right and Left Arrow buttons to move to the AM/PM field. Use the Up and Down Arrow buttons to change the AM/PM field. Press the Right and Left Arrow buttons to move to the next line. Use the Up and Down Arrow buttons to change the way Date/Time is displayed.
  • Page 21: Version

    How to Switch Between NTSC and PAL If you are using this product outside the United States, it may be necessary to change the NTSC/PAL settings. The camera is set at NTSC by default, but PAL is common in Europe and Asia. To change the NTSC/PAL setting: Turn the camera on by pressing the Power button and wait a moment.
  • Page 22: Default Setup

    Formatting Memory (cont.) Whether you have and SD card or are using onboard memory, the following steps are the same. You can choose the appropriate icon to format your memory. To Format Memory: Turn the camera on by pressing the Power button and wait a moment. Press the Menu button when you are in Picture Taking mode.
  • Page 23: Installing The Software

    Installing the Software You must install the Disney Pix software to download images to your computer. Insert the Disney Pix software CD in your CD-ROM drive. If the installation program doesn’t automatically start, open My Computer and double-click the CD-ROM drive that contains the Disney Pix software. Double- click the install folder and run the Disney Pix 2.0.exe program.
  • Page 24: Changing The Download Directory

    Changing the Download Directory The Pix Click Downloader gives you the option of downloading your images to any folder on your computer. However, we recommend this activity for advanced users only. To change the download directory. Connect the camera to the PC using the supplied USB cable. Launch the Pix Max Downloader by clicking on the Pix Max Downloader shortcut on the Desktop or by clicking on the Pix Max Downloader in the Start Menu.
  • Page 25: Launching The Software

    Launching the Software Make sure the software is installed on your computer. Launch the Disney Pix software by following these steps: Double-click the Disney Pix icon on the desktop. From the Windows Taskbar, click on Start and select All Programs or Programs.
  • Page 26 Launching the Software Make sure the software is installed on your computer. Launch the Disney Pix software by following these steps: Double-click the Disney Pix icon on the desktop. From the Windows Taskbar, click on Start and select All Programs or Programs.
  • Page 27: Opening Photos In The Software

    Opening your Photos in the Software Before you open your photos, make sure you have downloaded the pictures on the camera by following the steps in the downloading pictures section. To open your photos: To open your photos, select the File Menu icon in the upper left corner of the screen.
  • Page 28: Having Fun With Your Photos

    Having Fun with your Photos There are backgrounds, stickers, windows and pictures frames you can use to embellish your photographs! To use these fun photo elements, follow these steps: Click and drag the Desk handle located on the right side of the screen. Make sure the Drawer is selected by clicking on the Mickey Head icon in the upper left corner of the Desk panel.
  • Page 29: Need Additional Help

    Sharing your Photos You can do many things with your photos. You can put your photos into a slide show by clicking the Presentation • View icon in the upper right corner of the screen. You can print your edited photos in several different sizes by going to •...

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