Kobian CyperPix E450V User Manual

Kobian cyperpix e450v: user guide
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1 Getting Started ...................................................................................... 1
Package Contents .................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements ............................................................................................ 2
Safety Information................................................................................................... 2
FCC Compliance and Advisory ............................................................................... 3
Camera Components .............................................................................................. 4
Front ............................................................................................................... 4
Rear................................................................................................................ 4
Top ................................................................................................................. 4
Side ................................................................................................................ 5
Using the Included Accessories .............................................................................. 5
Attaching the Wrist Strap ................................................................................ 5
Using the Soft Case ....................................................................................... 5
2 Preparing to Take Pictures ................................................................... 6
Installing the Batteries ............................................................................................ 6
Low Battery Indicator .............................................................................................. 7
Using an Optional AC Power Adapter ..................................................................... 7
Turning the Power On ............................................................................................. 8
Setting the Date and Time ...................................................................................... 8
Setting the Beep Sound .......................................................................................... 9
LCD Photo Confirmation Setup .............................................................................. 9
Auto Power Off Settings ......................................................................................... 9
TV Out Signal Set-Up ........................................................................................... 10
Setting the Language ............................................................................................ 11
Restoring Default Settings .................................................................................... 11
Using a Memory Card ........................................................................................... 12
Inserting an SD memory card ....................................................................... 12
Removing an SD memory card .................................................................... 12
Setting the Camera Mode ..................................................................................... 13
Auto Photo Mode ......................................................................................... 13
Manual Photo Mode ..................................................................................... 13
Playback Mode ............................................................................................. 13
Video Mode .................................................................................................. 13
Set Mode ...................................................................................................... 13
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 Getting Started ... 1 Package Contents ... 1 System Requirements ... 2 Safety Information... 2 FCC Compliance and Advisory ... 3 Camera Components ... 4 Front ... 4 Rear... 4 Top ... 4 Side ... 5 Using the Included Accessories ...
  • Page 2 3 Taking Pictures ... 14 Previewing a Picture ... 14 Setting the LCD Display Mode ... 14 Using the Auto Focus Indicator ... 15 Turning off the Auto Focus Indicator ... 15 Using the Zoom Feature ... Using the Digital Zoom ... 16 Using the Auto and Manual Photography Modes ...
  • Page 3 5 File Names & Printing ... 36 Folder Names ... 36 File Names ... 36 File Number Reset ... 37 DPOF Print Settings ... 38 Print Order Setting ... 38 RESET Mode ... 39 PRINT Image Matching... 39 6 Making Connections ... 40 Viewing Images on a TV ...
  • Page 4: Getting Started

    1 1 1 1 1 Getting Started Package Contents Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items listed below are missing or damaged. Camera USB cable Audio/Video cable Soft case Strap 2 AA batteries Software Installation User Manual Quick Start Guide CD-ROM —...
  • Page 5: System Requirements

    Getting Started System Requirements Windows: • PC with processor better than MMX Pentium 233 MHz • Windows XP/2000/ME/98SE/98 • Minimum 32 MB RAM • USB port • CD-ROM drive • 800x600 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor Macintosh: • Power Mac G3 or later •...
  • Page 6: Fcc Compliance And Advisory

    FCC Compliance and Advisory This device complies with Part 15 of the FF Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.) this device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 7: Camera Components

    Getting Started Camera Components Self-timer lamp Front Viewfinder Operation lamp Flash/Up button Self-timer/Left button Replay/Down button LCD screen Rear Power button Flash Macro/Right button Mode dial — 4 — Viewfinder Lens /Zoom Out button /Zoom In button button button Battery cover / Play/ Pause button Shutter button...
  • Page 8: Side

    Video out terminal / USB port Side Using the Included Accessories Attaching the Wrist Strap The illustration shows how to attach the wrist strap to your camera. NOTE: Don’t swing the camera when carrying it by the wrist strap. Using the Soft Case •...
  • Page 9: Preparing To Take Pictures

    2 2 2 2 2 Preparing to Take Pictures Installing the Batteries The camera is powered by two AA-size alkaline batteries or two rechargeable Li CR-V3 batteries. Although an AC power adapter is not included, a standard 3.3 VDC/2.0A adapter can be purchased separately and used to power the camera. Slide open the battery cover.
  • Page 10: Low Battery Indicator

    Low Battery Indicator The low battery indicator depletion. Change the batteries when the low battery indicator appears. NOTES: • Do not use manganese batteries. Manganese batteries cannot supply sufficient power to support camera opera- tion. • Replace all batteries at the same time. Never mix old and new batteries.
  • Page 11: Turning The Power On

    Preparing to Take Pictures NOTES: • Turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter. • The camera automatically switches to AC power adapter- powered operation when the adapter is plugged into the camera. • Use the power adapter when using the camera for ex- tended periods, such as when connected to a computer.
  • Page 12: Setting The Beep Sound

    Setting the Beep Sound The camera “beep” sound can be turned on or off in the Turn the mode dial to Press until the BEEP Press BEEP 128.3MB '03.07.04 3 MIN. Note: The default BEEP setting is ON. LCD Photo Confirmation Setup The camera displays a photo on the LCD screen imme- diately after it is taken when the LCD Confirm function is turned on.
  • Page 13: Tv Out Signal Set-Up

    Preparing to Take Pictures AUTO POWER OFF 128.3MB '03.07.04 1 3 5 OFF Note: The default auto power off setting is 3 minutes. 1 minute: The camera automatically turns off the LCD screen if there is no activity after one minute. Press 3 minutes: The camera automatically turns off the LCD screen if there is no activity after three minutes.
  • Page 14: Setting The Language

    VIDEO SYSTEM No.00 PAL NTSC ENGLISH Setting the Language The camera can display menus and other information in a number of different languages. The language can be changed in the Turn the mode dial to Press until the LANGUAGE Press LANGUAGE No.00 ENGLISH...
  • Page 15: Using A Memory Card

    Preparing to Take Pictures Using a Memory Card Inserting an SD memory card Slide open the battery cover (A). The card slot is located next to the battery compartment. Slide the SD card into the slot in the direction illustrated (B). Removing an SD memory card Slide open the battery cover (A).
  • Page 16: Setting The Camera Mode

    Setting the Camera Mode Turn the Mode dial at the top of the camera to change the camera’s function mode. The camera has five modes to choose from as described below. Auto Photo Mode In auto photo mode, the camera automatically adjusts exposure and white balance to suit the shooting environment.
  • Page 17: Taking Pictures

    3 3 3 3 3 Taking Pictures Previewing a Picture Preview photos on the LCD screen before pressing the shutter button. Turn the Mode dial to Auto Press The LED indicator next to the viewfinder flashes green. The image automatically appears on the LCD screen together with informa- tion about current camera settings.
  • Page 18: Using The Auto Focus Indicator

    Using the Auto Focus Indicator When using the LCD screen to frame a shot, align the auto focus indicator in the center of the screen with the subject. Turning off the Auto Focus Indicator Follow these steps to turn the auto focus indicator off. Turn the mode dial to Press until the auto focus indicator...
  • Page 19: Using The Zoom Feature

    Taking Pictures Using the Zoom Feature The digital camera allows you to zoom in on a subject for a telephoto shot, or zoom out for a wide-angle shot. NOTE: The lens barrel slides in and out from the camera body when the zoom is adjusted.
  • Page 20: Using The Auto And Manual Photography Modes

    Auto mode is the simplest to operate and is recommended for beginners. Photos in Auto mode are captured by pressing the shutter button and letting the digital camera adjust settings to match lighting conditions, focus range, and other environmental fac- tors automatically.
  • Page 21: Taking Pictures In Auto Mode

    Taking Pictures Taking Pictures in Auto Mode Turn the Mode dial to Auto Press Press the shutter button down halfway and align the auto focus indicator with the center of the subject. The auto focus indicator turns green and the LED next to the viewfinder flashes green when the focus is locked.
  • Page 22: Setting The Image Quality And Size In Auto Mode

    Setting the Image Quality and Size in Auto Mode Turn the Mode dial to Auto Press Press to set the image QUALITY and SIZE. Press to complete the setting. Display Icon 2272 2272 1120 Taking Pictures in Manual Mode Turn the Mode dial to Manual Press The shooting procedures are the same as described in “Taking Pictures in Auto Mode”...
  • Page 23: Changing The Image Resolution And Quality

    Taking Pictures Changing the Image Resolution and Quality You can change the resolution and quality of images captured when the digital camera is in Manual mode. Changing Image Resolution Turn the Mode dial to Manual Press Press RESOLUTION to select an image resolution value: 2272x1704, 1120x840, 544x408, or 2272x1504 (3:2).
  • Page 24: Adjusting The Exposure

    The quality icon on the LCD screen changes to reflect the new quality setting. Display Icon Adjusting the Exposure Set the exposure value (EV value) conditions including: backlighting, indirect indoor lighting, and dark backgrounds. Turn the Mode dial to Manual Press Press to select EXP [+/-]...
  • Page 25: Setting The White Balance

    Taking Pictures Setting the White Balance Adjust the white balance to match different light sources such as the sun, and tungsten (incandescent) or fluorescent lighting. Turn the Mode dial to Manual Press Press to select WHITE BALANCE Press to set the white balance mode. Press to confirm the setting or press to move to the next menu.
  • Page 26: Adjusting The Iso Speed

    Adjusting the ISO Speed Change the camera’s sensitivity to light by selecting the ISO value. Turn the Mode dial to Manual Press Press to sect ISO SETTING Press to set the ISO value. Available settings are: 100, 200, 400, or Auto. Press to confirm the setting or press to move to the next menu.
  • Page 27: Setting The Flash

    Taking Pictures NOTE: Set the camera on a tripod (not included) when taking photos with slow shutter speeds to avoid blurred results. Setting the Flash Press the FLASH button to select the flash mode. The flash can be used in Auto and Manual photography modes, but not in Video mode.
  • Page 28: Using The Macro Mode

    Using the Macro Mode Press the MACRO button to take close-up photos. Macro mode allows photos of subjects 10 cm away from the camera lens at the maximum wide angle (zoomed out) setting and 16 cm at the maximum telephoto (zoomed in) setting. Mode Macro Available...
  • Page 29: Setting The Self-Timer

    Taking Pictures Setting the Self-Timer Use the self-timer to set a delay between the time the shutter button is pressed and the time the image is captured. Turn the Mode dial to Auto Press the SELF-TIMER Make sure the self-timer icon the LCD screen, then press the shutter button.
  • Page 30: Recording Video Clips

    Recording Video Clips The digital camera can record video clips with audio. Turn the Mode dial to Video Press the shutter button to start recording. Press the shutter button again to stop the recording. The camera stops recording automatically when the memory capacity has been reached.
  • Page 31: Functions Available In Each Camera Mode

    Taking Pictures Functions Available in Each Camera Mode Function EXPOSURE Exposure Value: -2.0 to +2.0 AUTO WHITE BALANCE 100/200/400/AUTO SLOW 1 sec./2 sec./4 sec./8 sec. SHUTTER 2272 RESOLUTION 1120 COMPRESSION (QUALITY) FLASH MACRO FOCUS SELF-TIMER ZOOM Available Not available Mode Auto DAYLIGHT CLOUDY...
  • Page 32: Reviewing Photos & Video Clips

    4 4 4 4 4 Reviewing Photos & Video Clips Viewing Pictures View photos and video clips that are stored in the camera’s memory (internal or SD card) on the LCD screen when the camera is in Playback Turn the Mode dial to Playback The last recorded image or video clip appears on the LCD screen.
  • Page 33: Viewing Pictures In Thumbnail Mode

    Reviewing Photos and Video Clips Viewing Pictures in Thumbnail Mode The THUMBNAIL function allows you to view up to nine images at a time on the LCD screen. Turn the Mode dial to Playback The last recorded photo or video clip ap- pears on the LCD screen.
  • Page 34: Panning Across An Image

    Panning Across an Image to pan across a magnified image. The portion of the image that is visible depends on the magnification factor. NOTE: To return to full screen size, press until the image fills the LCD screen. Erasing Files from Memory Erase photos and video clips that you don’t want to keep to make more memory avail- able for new files.
  • Page 35: Erasing All Unprotected Images

    Reviewing Photos and Video Clips Erasing All Unprotected Images Turn the Mode dial to Playback Press Press to select ERASE ALL Press to enter the ERASE ALL Press or select NO to cancel the action and return to the main menu. Press If all files (photos and video clips) are erased, the message “NO IMAGE”...
  • Page 36: Removing Protection

    Press photo or video clip. NOTE: • The protect display for all protected files. Removing Protection If a file is protected, follow steps 1 to 4 above and press tion. The icon does not appear when unprotected images are viewed on the LCD screen.
  • Page 37: Copying Flash Memory Images To A Memory Card

    Reviewing Photos and Video Clips NOTES: • Press continue playing the slide show. • Press menu. • Press next photo. • The slide show starts again from the first photo after all of the photos have played. • The slide show plays until the power runs out. •...
  • Page 38: Formatting Internal Or Sd Card Memory

    NOTES: • Files cannot be copied from the SD card to the camera’s internal memory. • Pause the COPY TO CARD process by pressing SET or MENU. Press SET or MENU again to continue copying. • A new folder is automatically created on the SD card. Files copied from the internal memory are stored in this folder.
  • Page 39: File Names & Printing

    5 5 5 5 5 File Names & Printing Folder Names The digital camera automatically creates a directory of folders in the internal memory or SD card that it uses to organize photos, video clips, and other information. Folder Example: Folder numbers start from 100.
  • Page 40: File Number Reset

    Each folder can hold up to 999 pictures. If a photo is taken when the current folder contains a file numbered 0999, the DSC creates a new folder and stores the new image in the new folder. File numbering starts from 0001 when a new folder is created. File Number Reset Use File Number Reset if the camera experiences a “FILE NUMBER OVER”...
  • Page 41: Dpof Print Settings

    File Names & Printing DPOF Print Settings The Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) settings allow you to select photos stored on an SD card that you want to print. You can also set the number of copies to print. This function is convenient when used with a printer or commercial printing service that supports DPOF printing.
  • Page 42: Reset Mode

    The Reset feature clears all DPOF settings. PRINT Image Matching The digital camera supports PRINT Image Matching (PIM). Photos captured include information about the mode settings and camera setup that is embedded in a header file. When you print a photo on a printer that supports PRINT Image Matching, the printer reads this data and adjusts the printed image according to the captured settings.
  • Page 43: Making Connections

    Selecting the Video Output Signal Mode The digital camera supports both NTSC (used in U.S.A., Japan, and other countries) and PAL (used in Europe and other areas) video signal systems. See page 10 for infor- mation on setting the camera’s video system to match your region.
  • Page 44: Downloading Images To A Computer

    Downloading Images to a Computer There are two ways to download files from the camera’s internal memory or SD card to a computer: • by inserting the SD card into a flash memory card reader • by connecting the camera to a computer using the included USB cable Using a Flash Memory Card Reader Eject the SD card from the camera and insert it in an SD card reader that is connected to a computer.
  • Page 45: Connecting The Camera To A Computer With A Usb Cable

    Making Connections Connecting the Camera to a Computer with a USB Cable Install the USB software driver included with the bundled CD-ROM. Connect the supplied USB cable to the computer’s USB port NOTES: • You don’t have to turn off the computer or camera when making this connection.
  • Page 46: Understanding Camera Memory And Storage

    Understanding Camera Memory and Storage Internal Memory The digital camera is equipped with internal memory. If an SD card is not installed in the camera, all photos and video clips recorded by the camera will be stored in the internal memory. If an SD card is installed, photos and video clips are stored on the SD card.
  • Page 47: Installing Software

    Installing Software Installing the Software Driver You must install the camera software drivers if your computer’s operating system is Windows 98 or Windows 98SE. To install the drivers: Insert the included software installation CD-ROM in your computer’s CD- ROM drive. The installation program starts automatically.
  • Page 48: Installing Mgi Photosuite 4 Se

    Installing MGI PhotoSuite 4 SE MGI PhotoSuite 4 SE is a photo editing application that is included for free on the soft- ware installation CD-ROM. You must use Windows XP/ME/2000/98SE/98 on your com- puter to use this software. Follow these steps to install the photo editing application. Insert the software installation CD-ROM in your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 49 Installing Software Select a destination folder in which the software will be installed. For most users, C:\Program Files\ is the most appropriate choice. Click Next to begin copying files from the CD-ROM to the computer hard drive. When installation is computer, select “Yes, I want to restart my computer now”...
  • Page 50: Using The Mgi Photosuite 4 Se Application

    Using the MGI PhotoSuite 4 SE Application PhotoSuite 4 SE gives you the ability to edit, crop and print the photos you download to your computer from the digital camera. Refer to the application help documentation for information on using the software.
  • Page 51: Appendix

    Appendix Indicator Lamp Status Mode Camera Status Power On (until ready) Dial Mode Change General Mass Storage LCD Off Flash Charging ('til ready) Video AF Lock Video Recording Still AF/AE/ AWB Lock Capture Still Image Record Saving Image Self-timer Capture (10 sec./2 sec.) Self-timer Capture 2 sec.
  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    Reference Troubleshooting Problem Power does not turn on. The camera does not take pictures. Image is not recorded when the shutter button is pressed. The flash doesn't fire. Images are blurry or out of focus. Images are not displayed on the LCD screen.
  • Page 53: Default Settings

    Reference Default Settings Mode Playback Auto Mode Manual Mode Video Mode Set Mode Description Information OSD Display Quality/Size Flash Preview Display Mode Size Quality Flash Exposure Compensation White Balance Preview Display Mode White Balance Preview Display Mode Beep Date Style Focus Indicator Auto Power Off LCD Confirm...
  • Page 54: Specifications

    Reference Specifications Sensor Lens Built-In Viewfinder Focus Range Sensitivity LCD Display Still Image Resolution Video Resolution Still Image Quality Exposure Meter Exposure Control Exposure Compensation Shutter Control Digital Zoom Image File Format White Balance Picture Storage Microphone Sound Feedback Communication Interface Self-Timer Playback Mode TV System...

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