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FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC 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.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of
Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the
equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or
modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the
equipment.
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  • Page 1: Fcc Statement

    FCC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC 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. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 2: Trademark Information

    TRADEMARK INFORMATION ® Microsoft and Windows Corporation. ® Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. is a trademark. Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. READ THIS FIRST Notice: 1.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product. WARNING If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power OFF and remove the battery and the AC power adapter. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.
  • Page 4 CAUTION Insert the battery paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals. Inserting the battery with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking. Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.

  • Page 5: Notes On Battery Usage

    Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Use only the specified battery (3.7V, 650mAh). Avoid using the battery in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 8 INTRODUCTION Overview Package Contents 11 GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMERA Front View Rear View Status LED Indicator LCD Monitor Icons 17 GETTING STARTED Attaching the Camera Strap Inserting and Removing the Battery (Optional Accessory) Charging the Battery Inserting and Removing the SD Card (Optional Accessory) Turning the Power On/Off Setting the Date and Time Choosing the Language...
  • Page 7 37 [ ] PLAYBACK MODE Playing Back Still Images Playing Back Video Clips Playing Back Still Images/Video Clips on a TV Attaching Voice Memos Thumbnail Display Zoom Playback Slideshow Display Protecting Images DPOF Settings Resizing an Image (Resize) Compressing an Image (Quality Change) ] Erasing Images 53 MENU OPTIONS Still Image Menu (Capture)

  • Page 8: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Overview Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera. Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera. Equipped with a 6.2 Mega pixel CCD, this camera is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to 2816 x 2112 pixels.
  • Page 9 Video mode - Voice memo - Thumbnail display - TV and PC connection - View images on a television monitor or computer DPOF settings - Scene mode- Record video clips with voice. A voice memo can be recorded once for 30 seconds at photography mode immediately following a still image captured or at playback mode while viewing the images.

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    Package Contents Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items. Common Product Components: Digital camera A/V cable User’s manual USB cable Software CD-ROM Camera strap Camera pouch Conversion adapter Common (Optional) Accessories: SD card AC power adapter/charger...

  • Page 11: Getting To Know The Camera

    GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMERA Front View Name Description 1. Shutter button Focuses and locks the exposure of the camera when pressed halfway down, and capture the image when pressed all the way down. 2. POWER button Turns the camera power on and off. 3.

  • Page 12: Rear View

    Rear View Name 1. LCD monitor Display button 3. Status LED Zoom in button Zooms the lens to telephoto position. Zoom out button Zooms the lens to wide-angle position. 5. MENU button Erase button 7. Strap holder 8. SET /Direction button Allows you to scroll through menus and image, 9.
  • Page 13 SET /Direction button Name button Focus button button Flash button button Self-timer button button Exposure compensation / Backlight correction button compensation / backlight correction on 5. SET button Description Scrolls upwards. Allows you to choose the appropriate focus setting. Scrolls right. Allows you to choose the appropriate flash setting.

  • Page 14: Status Led Indicator

    Status LED Indicator This describes the color and state of the status LED. During power Color State Green Battery charging in progress. The completion of battery charge. Flashing 14-EN During photography Ready for shot. When the image is not in focus. Accessing files in progress.

  • Page 15: Lcd Monitor Icons

    LCD Monitor Icons Photography mode [ 1. Zoom status 2. Voice memo 3. Remaining battery status Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power No battery power 4. Flash icon Auto ] Red-eye Reduction ] Forced Flash ] Suppressed Flash 5.
  • Page 16 Photography mode [ 1. [ ] Video mode 2. Zoom status 3. Remaining battery status 4. Image size 5. Possible recording time / elapsed time 6. Quality 7. Recording indicator 8. Self-timer icon 9. Focus icon Playback mode [ 1. Playback mode 2.

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Attaching the Camera Strap Attach the camera strap as shown in the illustration. Inserting and Removing the Battery (Optional Accessory) We highly recommend using specified rechargeable lithium-ion battery (3.7V, 650mAh) to fully demonstrate this camera’s function. Charge the battery before using the camera.

  • Page 18: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Using the optional AC power adapter/charger may charge the battery or operate the camera as power supply. Make sure that the power of the camera is off and then insert the battery before starting. 1. Insert the conversion adapter into the conversion adapter terminal of the camera as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 19: Inserting And Removing The Sd Card (Optional Accessory)

    To save, edit or erase data on an SD card, you must unlock the card. Be sure to format an SD card with this digital camera before using it. Refer to section in this manual titled “Formatting the SD Card or Internal Memory”...

  • Page 20: Turning The Power On/Off

    Turning the Power On/Off Load the battery and insert an SD card before starting. Turning the power on Press the POWER button to turn the power on. The status LED lights green and the camera is initiated. When the power is turned on, the camera will start in the mode that was set.

  • Page 21: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time The date/time needs to be set if/when: Camera is turned on for the first time. Camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the battery for an extended period of time. When the date and time information is not displayed on the LCD monitor, follow these steps to set the correct date and time.

  • Page 22: Choosing The Language

    Choosing the Language Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the MENU button and select [Setup] menu with the button. 3. Select [Language] with the and press the SET button.

  • Page 23: Formatting The Sd Card Or Internal Memory

    Formatting the SD Card or Internal Memory This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and data. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the MENU button and select [Setup] menu with button.

  • Page 24: Setting Image Resolution And Quality

    Setting Image Resolution and Quality Resolution and quality settings determine the pixel size (dimension), image file size, and compression ratio for your images. These settings affect the number of images that can be stored. As you get to know the camera, it is recommended that you try each quality and resolution setting to get an appreciation for the effects that these settings will have on your images.
  • Page 25 Possible number of shots (still image) The table shows the approximate shots that you can capture at each setting based on the capacity of the internal memory and the SD card. Internal Image size Quality Memory Fine Standard 2816 x 2112 Economy Fine Standard...

  • Page 26: Photography Mode

    PHOTOGRAPHY MODE ] Still Image Mode Your camera is equipped with a 2.5" TFT color LCD monitor to help you compose images, playback recorded images/movie clips or adjust menu settings. 1. Press the POWER button to turn the power 2. Slide the mode switch to [ 3.

  • Page 27: Recording Voice Memos

    Recording Voice Memos A voice memo can be recorded once for 30 seconds at still image mode immediately following a still image captured. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the MENU button, and select the [Function] menu with the [Function] menu is displayed.

  • Page 28: Using The Digital Zoom

    Using the Digital Zoom Using a combination of 3 times optical zoom and 4.0 times digital zoom permits zoom photography of up to 12 times to suit the subject and the distance. The digital zoom is a compelling feature, the more an image is enlarged (zoomed), the more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear.

  • Page 29: Setting The Flash

    Setting the Flash Set the flash for capturing images. The flash firing mode can be set to suit for the photographic conditions. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Toggle the button to select the desired flash mode. The available flash settings in different photography modes: Program AE Panorama Portrait...
  • Page 30 The available flash settings in different photography modes: Flash mode ] Auto ]Red-eye Reduction Forced Flash ] Suppressed Flash 30-EN Description The flash fires automatically to suit the photographic conditions. Use this mode to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when you want to capture natural-looking images of people and animals in low-light conditions.

  • Page 31: Setting The Focus

    Setting the Focus Images can be captured with the distance to the subject set by auto focus, ] macro or [ ] infinity. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Toggle the button to select the desired focus mode. The table below will help you choose the appropriate focus mode: Focus mode Description...

  • Page 32: Setting The Self-Timer

    Setting the Self-timer This setting allows images to be captured with the self-timer. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Toggle the button to select the setting. For the [ ] mode. OFF [ 10s] 10 sec. 10+2s ] 10+2 sec. For the [ ] mode.

  • Page 33: Exposure Compensation/Backlight Correction

    Exposure Compensation/Backlight Correction Images can be captured with the overall screen intentionally made brighter or darker. These settings are used when a suitable brightness (exposure) cannot otherwise be obtained in circumstance where the difference in brightness between the subject and the background (the contrast) is large, or when the subject that you want to photograph is very small within the screen.

  • Page 34: Setting The Scene Mode

    Setting the Scene Mode By simply selecting one of the following 12 modes, you can capture the image with most appropriate settings. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ a. Press the MENU button. b. Select [Scene Mode] with the c.
  • Page 35 Scene mode Description ] Candlelight Select this mode when you want to capture photos of candlelit scene, without spoiling the atmosphere. [ TEXT ] Text Select this mode when you want to capture an image that contains black and white subjects like printed documents.

  • Page 36: Setting The Panorama Mode

    Setting the Panorama Mode This mode is designed to make it easier to take a series of shots then stitch them together with software to make a single photo. You can capture a photographic subject that won’t fit into a single frame, such as a landscape, and stitch it together later with a program such as Cool 360 or Photoshop application.

  • Page 37: Playback Mode

    ] PLAYBACK MODE Playing Back Still Images You can play back the still images on an LCD monitor. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ The last image appears on the screen. 2. The images can be fed in reverse or fed forward with the buttons.

  • Page 38: Playing Back Video Clips

    Playing Back Video Clips You can play back video clips recorded on theLCD monitor. You can also play back sound if you recording with the audio. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ The last image appears on the screen. 2.
  • Page 39 Button Operations During Playback Forward play Each press of the button moves the operation one step in the sequence of 4 times fast forward play, and regular play. Reverse play button Each press of the moves the operation one step in the sequence of 4 times fast reverse play, and regular play.

  • Page 40: Playing Back Still Images/Video Clips On A Tv

    Playing Back Still Images/Video Clips on a TV You can also playback your images on a TV screen. Before connecting to any devices, make sure to select NTSC / PAL system to match the video output system of the video equipment you are going to connect to the camera, then turn all connected devices off.

  • Page 41: Attaching Voice Memos

    Attaching Voice Memos A maximum of 30 seconds of audio can be recorded like a memo for photographed still images. The voice memo can be recorded only once. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ The last image appears on the screen. 2.

  • Page 42: Thumbnail Display

    Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor at the same time, which can quickly search for the image that you want. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ The last image appears on the screen. 2.

  • Page 43: Zoom Playback

    Zoom Playback This mode also allows you to enlarge your image on the selected portion of the image to check for small details. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the buttons to select the image you want to enlarge. You can also select the image you want to enlarge from the thumbnail display.

  • Page 44: Slideshow Display

    Slideshow Display The slideshow function enables you to playback your still images automatically in order one image at a time. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the MENU button. The playback menu is displayed. 3. Select [Slide Show] with the and press the SET button.

  • Page 45: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. Protecting Images 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Select the image that you want to protect with the buttons. 3. Press the MENU button. The playback menu is displayed.
  • Page 46 Canceling the Protection To cancel protection for only one image, display the image that you want to remove the image protection. 1. Select [Protect] with the the SET button. 2. Select [Single] or [All] with the 3. Select [Cancel Protect] with the The removal of image protection is executed and the camera returns to the playback mode.

  • Page 47: Dpof Settings

    DPOF Settings DPOF is the abbreviation for Digital Print Order Format, which allows you to embed printing information on your memory card. You can select the images to be printed and how many prints to make with the DPOF menu in the camera and insert the memory card to the card compatible printer.
  • Page 48 8. Select [Date] with the press the SET button. The date setting screen appears. 9. Select date to [On] or [Off] with the button. On: The date of the photograph will also be printed. Off: The date of the photograph will not be printed. 10.

  • Page 49: Resizing An Image (Resize)

    Resizing an Image (Resize) Resizes a previously saved image. Resizing replaces the original image with the changed image. Only resizing to the smaller size is available. The following images cannot be resized: Image size (640 x 480) Image captured with other camera Protected images Video clips Images cannot be resized when...

  • Page 50: Compressing An Image (Quality Change)

    Compressing an Image (Quality Change) Changes the quality (compression rate) of a recoded image. Compresses images down to half of their size or more, overwrites an old size images with a newly compressed image. Only quality changing to the lower quality level is available. The following images cannot be resized: (Economy) quality images Images captured with other camera...

  • Page 51: Erasing Images

    ] Erasing Images Erasing at Photography Mode (Quick Delete Function) Quick delete function enables you to erase the image during photography. The quick delete menu provides you to directly erase the last image without further settings. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2.
  • Page 52 Even if you capture images after erasing an image, the file number is assigned the next number of the very last one before the image was erased. Erasing selected images This erases a number of selected images. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2.

  • Page 53: Menu Options

    MENU OPTIONS Still Image Menu (Capture) This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the MENU button. [Capture] menu is displayed. 3. Select the desired [Capture] option item with the buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu.
  • Page 54 Scene Mode Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting the Scene Mode” for further details. Size This sets the size of the image that will be captured. ] 2816 x 2112 ] 2272 x 1704 ] 1600 x 1200 ] 640 x 480 Quality This sets the quality (compression rate) at which the image is captured.
  • Page 55 White Balance This sets the white balance capturing under a variety of lighting conditions and permits images to be captured that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye. [ Blank ] Auto Incandescent Fluorescent 1 Fluorescent 2 Day Light Cloudy Manual...

  • Page 56: Still Image Menu (Function)

    Still Image Menu (Function) 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the MENU button, and select the [Function] menu with the [Function] menu is displayed. 3. Select the desired [Function] option item with the buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu.
  • Page 57 LCD Bright. Select a brightness level for the LCD monitor. The LCD becomes brighter with the and darker with the button. The adjustment range is from -5 to +5. Digital Zoom This sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of photography. * On / Off Preview This sets whether or not to display the captured image on the screen immediately...

  • Page 58: Video Menu (Capture)

    Video Menu (Capture) This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the MENU button. [Capture] menu is displayed. 3. Select the desired [Capture] option item with the buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu.

  • Page 59: Video Menu (Function)

    Video Menu (Function) 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the MENU button, and select the [Function] menu with the [Function] menu is displayed. 3. Select the desired [Function] option item with the buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu.

  • Page 60: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu In the [ ] mode, set which settings are to be used for playback. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the MENU button. The playback menu is displayed. 3. Select the desired option item with the buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu.

  • Page 61: Setup Menu (In Photography Mode)

    Setup Menu (In Photography Mode) Set your camera’s operating environment. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the MENU button, and select the [Setup] menu with the [Setup] menu is displayed. 3. Select the desired [Setup] option item with buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu.

  • Page 62: Setup Menu (In Playback Mode)

    Setup Menu (In Playback Mode) 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the MENU button , and select the [Setup] menu with the [Setup] menu is displayed. 3. Select the desired [Setup] option item with buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu.

  • Page 63: Transferring Recorded Images And Videos To Your Computer

    TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR COMPUTER To transfer images/video clips from the camera to your computer, follow these steps: Step 1: Installing the USB driver (Windows 98 users only) Step 2: Connecting the camera to your computer Step 3: Downloading images and video files System Requirements (Windows) Pentium 166 MHz or higher Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000/XP...

  • Page 64: Step 2: Connecting The Camera To Your Computer

    Step 2: Connecting the Camera to Your Computer 1. Turn on the camera. 2. Slide the mode switch to [ 3. Press the MENU button, and select [Setup] menu with the button. 4. Select [USB] with the the SET button. 5.

  • Page 65: Step 3: Downloading Images And Video Files

    Step 3: Downloading Images and Video Files When the camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be a disk drive, just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying them from the “Removable disk” (“untitled” or “unlabeled” disk on a Macintosh) to your computer hard drive.

  • Page 66: Using The Digital Still Camera Asa Pc Camera

    USING THE DIGITAL STILL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your digital still camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference with business associates,or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the digital still camera for videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below: Microphone Sound card...

  • Page 67: Step 2: Connecting The Digital Still Camera To Your Computer

    Step 2: Connecting the digital still camera to your computer 1. Turn on the camera. 2. Slide the mode switch to [ 3. Press the MENU button, and select [Setup] menu with the button. 4. Select [USB] with the press the SET button. 5.

  • Page 68: Editing Software Installation

    EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Installing Photo Explorer Ulead ® Photo Explorer provides a simple and efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute digital media. Acquire photos, video or sound clips from various digital device types and easily browse or add personal descriptions; make timely modifications;...

  • Page 69: Installing Cool 360

    To install Photo Express: 1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the camera into your CD-ROM drive. The welcome screen appears. 2. Click “INSTALL PHOTO EXPRESS 5.0”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. For more information about the operation of Photo Express application software, refer to its respective help documentation.

  • Page 70: Camera Specifications

    CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS Item Image sensor Image resolution LCD monitor Recording media Compression format JPEG compliant Image file format Lens Focus range Shutter speed Digital zoom Metering system Flash effective range 0.6 m -2.1 m Self-timer Interface Power supply Dimension (WxHxD) Approx. 88.5 x 54.5 x 24mm (without protruding parts) Weight *Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the symptoms and solutions listed below before sending the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center. Power Supply Symptom Cause The battery is not loaded. The power does not The battery is exhausted. come on.
  • Page 72 Shooting Symptom Even if I press the shutter button, the c a m e r a d o e s n o t shoot. Images do not appear on the LCD monitor. Although it is set to Auto Focus, it does not focus.
  • Page 73 Symptom Cause The flash does not fire. The flash is set to flash off. T h e f l a s h c a n n o t recharge. E v e n t h o u g h t h e The distance to the subject flash fired, the image i s g r e a t e r t h a n f l a s h...
  • Page 74 Other Problems Symptom E v e n w h e n t h e c a m e r a ’ s b u t t o n s are pressed, it does not operate. The date and time is wrong.

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