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Creative DC-CAM 3200Z User Manual

Creative DC-CAM 3200Z User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 Getting Started... - 1 - Package Contents... - 1 - System Requirements... - 2 - Safety Tips... - 2 - FCC Compliance and Advisory ... - 3 - Camera Components ... - 4 - Front ... - 4 - Rear...
  • Page 3 Using Macro Mode... - 19 - Using the Self-Timer ... - 19 - Using the Date Stamp Function ... - 20 - Using Long Shutter Speeds ... - 20 - Recording Video Clips ... - 21 - Setting Quick View ... - 21 - 4 Reviewing Photos and Videos...

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Getting Started Package Contents Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items listed below is missing or damaged. Camera USB Cable TV Out Cable Soft Case Strap 2 x AA Batteries Installation CD Quick Start Booklet – - 1 - –...

  • Page 5: System Requirements

    Getting Started System Requirements* Windows: • Intel ® Pentium • Windows ® XP/2000/ME/98SE • Minimum 64 MB RAM • USB port • CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive • 16-bit color display compatible monitor (800x600 pixels) Macintosh**: • Power Mac ® • Mac ® OS 9.0, 9.1, 9.2 and OS X •...

  • Page 6: Fcc Compliance And Advisory

    FCC Compliance and Advisory 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.

  • Page 7: Camera Components

    Getting Started Camera Components Front Self-timer indicator Microphone Battery cover Rear LED indicator Viewfinder Side DC In port Shutter button Mode switch Power button Zoom buttons 4-Way, Multi- function buttons (LEFT, RIGHT, UP, DOWN) SET, MENU and DISP buttons – - 4 - – Viewfinder Flash Lens...

  • Page 8: Using The Accessories

    Using the Accessories Attaching the Wrist Strap Attach the wrist strap to your camera as shown in the illustration to the right. NOTE: Do not swing the camera when carrying it by the wrist strap. Using the Soft Case • Store the camera in the soft case provided when not in use.

  • Page 9: Preparing To Take Pictures

    Preparing to Take Pictures Installing the Batteries The camera is powered by two AA-size alkaline batteries or rechargeable NiMH (min. 550 mAh / 1.2V) batteries (available separately). Follow these instructions to insert batteries into the camera. 1. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 10: Low Battery Indicator

    Low Battery Indicator The low battery indicator exhausted. Batteries should be replaced when you see the low battery indicator. NOTES: • Do not use manganese batteries. Manganese batteries cannot supply sufficient power to support camera operation. • Replace all batteries at the same time. Never mix old and new batteries.

  • Page 11: Setting The Date And Time

    Preparing to Take Pictures Setting the Date and Time 1. Turn on the camera. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the RIGHT button to select the SETUP menu. 4. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select the Date & Time option. 5.

  • Page 12: Tv Out Settings

    TV Out Settings Your camera can be connected to a TV as described in Chapter 6 Making Connections. Connecting to a TV allows you to preview photos and video clips on the television screen. TV Out should be set to either NTSC or PAL depending on your region. The default setting varies according to the country of purchase.

  • Page 13: Setting The Power Save Function

    Preparing to Take Pictures Setting the Power Save Function To save battery power, your camera can be set to turn itself off after 1, 3 (default), or 5 minutes of inactivity. The period can be set in the SETUP menu. 1.

  • Page 14: Sd Memory Cards

    SD Memory Cards The SD memory card slot is located beneath the battery cover, adjacent to the battery compartment. Inserting 1. Slide the battery cover open. 2. Slide the SD card into the slot as shown. 3. Close the battery compartment. Removing 1.

  • Page 15: Camera Mode Setting

    Preparing to Take Pictures Camera Mode Setting Your camera can be set in various modes for different situations. Photo Mode In Photo mode, the camera automatically adjusts exposure and white balance to suit the shooting environment. Playback Mode In Playback mode you can review, erase, and protect photos and video clips. Video Mode Your camera can record video clips with audio in Video mode.

  • Page 16: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures Previewing a Picture Preview photos on the LCD screen before pressing the shutter button. 1. Turn on the camera. 2. The LED indicator next to the viewfinder flashes green. 3. Select Photo mode. 4. The image automatically appears on the LCD screen together with information about current camera settings.

  • Page 17: Setting Image Quality And Resolution

    Taking Pictures Setting Image Quality and Resolution 1. Turn on the camera and press the MENU button. 2. Use the UP or DOWN keys to select Resolution from the REC Menu. 3. Press the RIGHT key to enter the Resolution submenu.

  • Page 18: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function Your camera has a combination of optical and digital zoom functions that allow you to zoom in on far away subjects or zoom out for a wide angle shot. The optical zoom is achieved by mechanically adjusting the lens of the camera. The digital zoom enlarges or shrinks the image using a software process.

  • Page 19: Using The Flash

    Taking Pictures Using the Flash Pressing the flash button cycles your camera through the various flash modes. A symbol appears on the LCD screen to indicate the flash mode. The flash cannot be used in Video mode. The following list describes each flash mode. Automatic –...

  • Page 20: Using Different Metering Options

    Using Different Metering Options There are 3 different light metering options available on your camera. Auto Metering automatically selects the best exposure for you, Multi Metering selects an exposure based on readings from multiple points in the subject area and Spot Metering selects an exposure based on a single reading taken from the center of your picture.

  • Page 21: White Balance Settings Explained

    Taking Pictures White Balance Settings Explained Auto: Automatically corrects white balance. Ideal for general photography. Daylight: Adjusts for bright sun conditions, or natural light conditions. Shade: Adjusts for cloudy days or twilight conditions. Tungsten: Adjusts for normal indoor lighting conditions. Corrects the orange hue of household light bulbs.

  • Page 22: Using Macro Mode

    Using Macro Mode Your camera is equipped with a macro function that allows you to focus on very close subjects. In macro mode you can focus on subjects 10 cm from the lens when in the maximum wide angle (zoomed out) setting and 50 cm in the maximum telephoto (zoomed in) setting.

  • Page 23: Using The Date Stamp Function

    Taking Pictures Using the Date Stamp Function The Date Stamp function can be used to add a date to your pictures as you take them. 1. To enable the Date Stamp, turn the camera on and press the MENU key. 2.

  • Page 24: Recording Video Clips

    Recording Video Clips Your camera can record short video clips with audio. 1. Make sure that the camera is in Photo mode. 2. Press the Video Button on the rear of the camera. 3. The video icon appears on the LCD screen. Video icon 4.

  • Page 25: Reviewing Photos And Videos

    Reviewing Photos and Videos Viewing Pictures Pictures can be reviewed using the built in LCD screen. 1. Turn on the camera and move the sliding switch next to the power button to Playback , to enable Playback mode. 2. Use the RIGHT and LEFT keys to step through the images stored in the internal memory or on an SD card.

  • Page 26: Viewing Pictures In Thumbnail Mode

    Viewing Pictures in Thumbnail Mode When in Playback mode, you can view all your stored images in thumbnail format. 1. Turn on the camera and use the sliding switch next to the power button to enable Playback mode. 2. Press and hold the W (zoom out) button. 3.

  • Page 27: Erasing A Stored Image

    Erasing a Stored Image Single images can be erased from the camera in Playback mode. 1. Turn on the camera and use the sliding switch next to the power button to enable Playback mode. 2. Use the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to cycle through the images to select the one you want to delete.

  • Page 28: Slide Show

    Slide Show You can set the camera to display images in a slide show. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the RIGHT button to select the SETUP menu. 4. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select the Slide Show option.

  • Page 29: File Names & Printing

    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 30: File Names

    File Names The camera automatically assigns a file name to each photo and video clip captured. File names start with “DSCI_” and are followed by a four-digit number that increases in sequence. File Example: Each folder holds up to 9999 pictures. If a photo is taken when the current folder contains a file numbered 9999, the DSC creates a new folder and stores the new image in the new folder.

  • Page 31: Making Connections

    TV. Selecting the Video Out Signal Mode The digital camera supports both NTSC and PALvideo signal systems. See TV Out Settings section for information on setting the camera’s video system to match your region.

  • Page 32: Downloading Images To A Computer

    Making Connections 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 Card Memory Reader 1.

  • Page 33: Connecting To A Computer Using Usb

    Connecting to a Computer Using USB 1. Install the software driver included with the bundled CD-ROM. 2. Connect the supplied USB cable to the computer’s USB port (A). Connect the other end of the cable to the USB port on the camera (B). NOTES: •...

  • Page 34: Understanding Camera Memory

    Understanding Camera Memory 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 35: Software Installation

    Roxio PhotoSuite 5 Roxio PhotoSuite 5 lets you 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. To launch this application: Click Start > Programs or All Programs > Roxio PhotoSuite 5 .

  • Page 36: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting Symptom Camera 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. Images are not saved in memory.

  • Page 37: Specifications

    Specifications Sensor Lens Viewfinder Focus Range Still image resolution Video Resolution Still Image Quality Exposure Meter Exposure Control Exposure Compensation Shutter Control Digital/Optical Zoom Image File format White Balance Picture Storage Microphone Sound Feedback Communication Interface Self-Timer TV Out Power Supply Weight (without battery) Dimensions...

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