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Instructions when using for the first time
Preparing the camera
1.
Using the camera
2.
Advanced camera settings
3.
4.
Connecting to a computer
Application software (PC only!)
5.
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Introduction
This instruction manual is for users of the TRUST 970Z LCD POWERC@M ZOOM.
The highest photograph resolution is 2048 x 1536 pixels (3.3 Mpixel). The camera
has an 8 MB internal flash memory, a webcam function, an automatic exposure, a
lens with a optical zoom, digital zoom and a flash function. The camera's memory
can be increased up to a maximum of 512 Mbyte using an optional Secure Digital
Card (SD) or Multimedia Card (MMC). In addition, the camera can record short video
clips with sound. When using a MAC, be sure to read chapter 7.2. The included
application software only works on a PC in Windows.
Please consult one of the Trust Customer Care Centres if you have any problems.
You can find more information at the back of this instruction manual.
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Safety
General information
2.1
Carefully read the following instructions before use.
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The TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM does not require any
special maintenance. Use a slightly damp, soft cloth to clean the camera.
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Do not use aggressive substances, such as white spirit, to clean the device.
These may harm the material.
Do not submerge the device in liquid. This may be dangerous and will
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damage the device. Do not use this device near water.
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Make sure nothing is placed on the cable. Do not use this device in an area
where the cable can become worn or damaged as a result of people walking
over it.
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Do not disassemble the camera. Touching the product's internal parts could
result in injury. In the event of a malfunction, only a qualified technician
should repair the product. Should the product break open as a result of a fall
or other accident, take the product to an authorised service centre for
inspection.
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Avoid contact with liquid crystal. Should the LCD display break, care should
be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal
from touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
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Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder. Viewing the sun or other strong
light source through the viewfinder could cause permanent visual impairment.
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Do not use in the presence of flammable gas. Using electronic equipment
near flammable gas could result in explosion or fire.
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  • Page 1 When using a MAC, be sure to read chapter 7.2. The included application software only works on a PC in Windows. Please consult one of the Trust Customer Care Centres if you have any problems. You can find more information at the back of this instruction manual.

  • Page 2: Description Of The Camera

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Observe caution when operating the flash. Do not use the flash close to anyone’s eyes. This can cause temporary damage to eyesight. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants – keep the flash at a distance of at least 1 meter from infants’...

  • Page 3: Item Description

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Item Description Function Take care not to block the sensor while taking pictures. Viewfinder The viewfinder helps you frame a picture. The actual picture is taken with the lens and not the viewfinder, however. Lens The lens focuses the light onto the digital image capturing circuitry.

  • Page 4: Bottom Of The Camera

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Item Description Function Video Out Jack Connect your video out cable here and then the other end to your television set in order to use the camera as a digital video camera. See also chapter 5.6.

  • Page 5: Lcd Display

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Mode Dial Button The digital camera has six separate modes of operation. You can select which mode you want to use by rotating the Mode Dial to the correct position. This chapter describes each of these modes and the different button functions in each mode. See figure 4 for the picture.

  • Page 6: Preparing The Camera

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Preparing the camera Install the Memory Card A memory card is not supplied with the camera. You can purchase these cards separately to increase the number of photograph that the camera can save. The memory cards which are supported for this camera are SD (Secure Digital) or MMC (MultiMedia).

  • Page 7: Using The Camera

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Note: You can also fit the camera to a more professional tripod. These are available from your local photography shop. Using the camera This chapter will explain the following: How to set up the camera for the first time.

  • Page 8: Lcd Screen

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Use the Up and Down buttons to select the language you want to use. Press the Display button to set it. The Set-up Menu returns. Set the date and time When you transfer a photo to a computer and/or print it, the time and date will show when it was taken.
  • Page 9 TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM SNAPSHOT or PRE SET mode: Press once to turn off the following indicators: pictures remaining quality battery status Press twice to turn off LCD screen. The LCD screen is turned off to save the batteries. Use the optical viewfinder to direct the camera.

  • Page 10: Taking Pictures

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Digital Zoom This function allows you to zoom up to 3 x on a subject in 5 steps when taking a photograph. In the PLAYBACK mode, you could zoom in on parts of a photograph or display a number of photographs on the screen at once.
  • Page 11 TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM 5.3.2 SNAPSHOT mode’s button functions Increases the camera exposure compensation, which allows in more light. Up Button Decreases the camera exposure compensation, which gradually blocks light. Down Button Cycles through the following LCD display settings: LCD, backlight and status information all turned on;...

  • Page 12: Taking Pictures Using Self-Timer

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM This pre-set lets you to take a photo after a ten second delay. This gives you the ability to take hands-free photos, perhaps Self-Timer self-portraits or group photos, for example. This pre-set optimises the camera for taking extreme close up shots of objects or people within a foot or less of the camera.

  • Page 13: Full-Screen Review

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM To view the pictures that you have stored in internal memory or on the SD/MMC Memory Card, rotate the Mode Dial to Playback Mode and turn the camera 5.5.1 Full-screen Review The default Playback method is to show each individual picture one at a time at full- screen size.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Camera To A Tv

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Narrows the field framed by the camera’s lens from x1.0 to x4.0 (x1.0, x1.5, x2.0, x2.5, x3.0, x3.5, 4.0) Zoom In Table 9: Playback mode’s button functions Connecting the camera to a TV The camera can be connected to a TV. You will then be able to play recordings on the TV.

  • Page 15: Advanced Camera Settings

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Advanced camera settings Set-up menu See chapter 5.1 how to set the camera in the SET UP mode. See table 10 for all options. To delete images from either the camera's internal memory or DELETE ALL from the SD/MMC Card, select Delete All from the Set-up menu.

  • Page 16: White Balance

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM LANGUAGE The digital camera can display menu items in the following languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian and Japanese. For more on setting the default language, see chapter 3.3 VIDEO OUT If connecting your camera to a television set by means of A/V cables, you have the option to choose a video standard format compatible with that of your TV.

  • Page 17: Connecting To A Computer

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Fluorescent Use this setting for taking pictures under fluorescent light. Table 11: Explanation of the white balance settings Tip: The wrong setting will also lead to coloured photographs. The LCD screen will only show an approximation of the result. You can correct coloured photographs using Photo Express, which is supplied with the camera.
  • Page 18 TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Follow the on-screen instructions. All the necessary software is installed automatically. The TWAIN drivers and utility program that allow the camera to 'talk' to the computer via the USB cable are also installed. Restart your computer after installing.

  • Page 19: Connecting To A Mac

    There is limited support for MAC OS built-in at this date. You will be able to get pictures and video clips from the camera, but the webcam function is not supported in MAC-OS. Visit www.trust.com to see if there is any updated driver available.
  • Page 20 Photo Express 4.0 is an application that can be used to load and edit the photographs on your PC which you have taken using TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM. This program requires 500 MB free hard disk space. Follow the instructions below to install Photo Express 4.0.
  • Page 21 The main window will appear. The 'Set-up Internet Connection' window may also appear. Click on the 'Skip for now' button to close this window if it appears. The Trust camera will be visible as a ‘Removable disk’ in the list on the left-hand side of the window.

  • Page 22: Using The Camera As A Webcam

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Double-click on this. The ‘100trdsc’ folder will be visible. This folder contains your photographs and video clips. Double-click on this. Your photographs and video clips will slowly become visible. The window will now look like figure 11.
  • Page 23 TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM 8.3.1 General The TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM can also be used as a webcam, for example, on your Internet page. A number of informative sites about webcams are given below: http://www.camarades.com http://www.teveo.com At these sites, you can download software that you can use to send live video images over the Internet.
  • Page 24 TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM The person may not wish to make a connection with you, because this person may be communicating with somebody else. If this is the case, select somebody else from the list. You can find other ‘ils servers’ on the Internet. An example is http://www.netmeetinghq.com.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Troubleshooting Method Read the solutions given below. Check for up-to-date FAQ’s, drivers and instruction manuals on the Internet (www.trust.com/13648) Problem Possible cause Solution The camera has no The camera is turned off. Press the power button to turn power.
  • Page 26 You will also have the chance of winning some spectacular prizes. If you still have problems after trying these solutions, please contact one of the Trust Customer Care Centres. You can find more information at the back of this instruction manual.

  • Page 27: Warranty Conditions

    TRUST 970Z POWERC@M OPTICAL ZOOM Warranty conditions - Our products have a two-year manufacturer's warranty which is effective from the date of purchase. - If there is a fault, return the product to your dealer and include an explanation of the fault, the proof of purchase and all the accessories.

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