Oregon Scientific DS6638 User Manual
Oregon Scientific DS6638 User Manual

Oregon Scientific DS6638 User Manual

2.0 mega-pixel slim card-sized digital camera
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DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015)
2.0 Mega-Pixel Slim Card-Sized Digital Camera (DS6638)
USER MANUAL

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Introduction ....................................................................................................... 1
Brief Description .......................................................................................... 1
Important Notice ........................................................................................... 1
Safety Notes .................................................................................................. 1
Notes on the Digital Camera ......................................................................... 2
Key Features ...................................................................................................... 3
Front View ..................................................................................................... 3
Back View ..................................................................................................... 3
Mode Switch ................................................................................................. 4
4-Way Controller ........................................................................................... 4
Getting Started .................................................................................................. 5
Package Contents .......................................................................................... 5
Installing the Batteries .................................................................................. 5
Attaching the Strap ....................................................................................... 5
Secure Digital (SD) Card / Multi-Media Card (MMC) ................................ 5
Basic Photography ............................................................................................. 6
Quick Start .................................................................................................... 6
Preparing the Camera .............................................................................. 6
Holding the Camera ................................................................................ 6
Taking Basic Pictures .............................................................................. 7
Basic Functions and Settings ........................................................................ 7
Toggling OSD (On-Screen Display) Information ................................... 7
Selecting a Flash Mode ........................................................................... 8
Zooming .................................................................................................. 9
Using the Self-Timer ............................................................................... 9
Playing Back Last Picture Taken ............................................................ 10
Introduction to Camera Modes ........................................................................ 10
Guide to Menus ............................................................................................. 10
Setup Menu ............................................................................................. 11
P.Counter (Picture Counter) ............................................................. 11
Set Clock .......................................................................................... 11
Set City ............................................................................................. 12
Show Time ........................................................................................ 13
Language ........................................................................................... 13
Beep Tone ......................................................................................... 13
Auto Off (Auto Power-Off) .............................................................. 13
TV Output ......................................................................................... 13
File No. ............................................................................................. 14

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015) 2.0 Mega-Pixel Slim Card-Sized Digital Camera (DS6638) USER MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ... 1 Brief Description ... 1 Important Notice ... 1 Safety Notes ... 1 Notes on the Digital Camera ... 2 Key Features ... 3 Front View ...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    It includes the following features: • Slim Card-Sized Design No bigger than a credit card and only 16mm thick, this digital camera is light and portable. • LCD Screen Display State-of-the-art LCD display lets you review pictures taken and informs you of the status of the various operations and functions.
  • Page 3: Notes On The Digital Camera

    If the camera is carried suddenly from a cold location into a warm place, con densation may form inside the device. Switch the camera off in such cases and wait an hour before using it again. DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015) KEY FEATURES FRONT VIEW...
  • Page 4: Mode Switch

    GETTING STARTED PACKAGE CONTENTS When you unpack your Digital Camera, make sure to keep all the packing materials in a safe place, in case you need to later transport the device or return it for servicing. In the box, you will find: •...
  • Page 5: Basic Photography

    It is recommended that all memory cards are formatted using the Format option ( p.14) before using them with this digital camera. Memory cards formatted using other devices may be incompatible. When the SD card is installed, all images and movies taken are automatically stored on the card.
  • Page 6: Selecting A Flash Mode

    Flash Off The flash will not discharge. Zooming Your digital camera comes with a x2 zooming function. By default, the zooming is not enabled. In Camera, or Movie mode, increase zooming by pressing The Digital Zoom Icon on the OSD, , indicates the current zoom level.
  • Page 7: Playing Back Last Picture Taken

    MENU Exit Button On Camera Current Menu Page DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015) Under the Setup Menu, which is available in all modes, the basic settings of the camera can be adjusted. Setup Menu Settings and Options The options underlined and in italics are initial defaults.
  • Page 8: Show Time

    Home Time Select the time zone (GMT +00:00) where your residence MENU is located. If your city is not selectable, choose another city within your time zone instead. DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015) Show Time M/D/Y 24-hr Exit Language Setup Down Beep Tone...
  • Page 9: File No

    MENU the card. Formatting deletes all data from the memory device chosen. The images and files will not be recoverable. DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015) Reset Setup You can reset all the settings to factory default. 3Min Refer to the Setup Menu table to see the...
  • Page 10: Quality (Picture Quality)

    Basic quality and resolution (640x480 VGA). • The DS6638 comes with a 2.0 Mega-pixel sensor with true 1600 x 1200 pixels output. When you choose 2048 on the menu, the software interpolation is enabled automatically. This enhances the image output to 3 Mega-pixel.
  • Page 11: Iso

    MENU Continuous Shooting cannot be used with flash or when the Self-Timer is set. Moreover, it may not be suitable for night time or dark scenes because flash is disabled. DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015) EV (Exposure Compensation Setting) Setup SHOOTING MOVIES 1280 H.Q.
  • Page 12: Movie Mode Functions

    If the Secure Digital card / Multi-Media Card is installed, the Playback Mode will only show the images and movies stored on the card. To access the data stored within the internal memory, the SD card must first be removed ( DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015) PLAYBACK OF IMAGES Image Playback Mode On-Screen Display Size ( p.15)
  • Page 13: Deleting Playback Image

    The movie will return to Movie Playback OSD screen. All zooming functions are disabled during Movie Playback mode. DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015) To delete the movie currently being viewed, stop the playback, press and confirm. Protected movies (indicated with...
  • Page 14: Delete

    When “All Images” is selected, select the “Set Protect All” to On to confirm the protection of all images and movies. • To unprotect all images and movies, select the “Set Protect All” to Off. DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015) DPOF (Specifying Digital Print Order Format) Setup Exit to navigate.
  • Page 15: Connecting To External Devices

    • Exit 1. Insert the CD labelled “DS6638” into your CD-ROM drive. The installation 2. Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the installation of the camera drivers 1. Turn on your PC and allow your system’s Windows operating system to boot up.
  • Page 16: Connecting To A Macintosh

    1. Turn on your Macintosh and allow MAC OS operating system to boot up. 2. Turn off your digital camera. Connect the camera and your Macintosh via the USB cable. Refer to your Macintosh’s manual to locate the USB connection on the Macintosh.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Flash Mode or blurred. p.8). The subject is too far Move closer to the subject. away. The lens is dirty. Clean the lens with a soft cloth ( DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015) p.5). p.13). p.8). p.2). Continued: Problem Symptom Check This...
  • Page 18: Specifications

    Arcsoft Impression™ and Arcsoft Impression™ logo are registered trandemarks of Arcsoft Inc. All other trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentations provided with your Oregon Scientific product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn more about your digital camera and other Oregon Scientific products such as hand-held organizers, alarm clocks, and weather stations.
  • Page 19: Fcc Notice

    Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Oregon Scientific for compliance could void the warranty and your authority to use this equipment. DS6638 Manual-Eng (086-002975-015)

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