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- Page 2 Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents PRECAUTIONS ETTING MAGE IZE AND UALITY SING THE UNCTION GETTING STARTED SING THE LASH SING THE ACRO & B SING SING THE TIMER URST NPACKING SING THE PERTURE RIORITY ARTS OF THE AMERA SING THE HUTTER RIORITY NSERTING THE ATTERIES SING THE ANUAL... - Page 4 ELETING A INGLE ELETING ULTIPLE ILES ELETING ILES ROTECTING A INGLE ROTECTING ILES ROTECTING ULTIPLE ILES DITING MAGES OTATING TILL MAGES HANGING THE MAGE HANGING THE MAGE WITH FFECTS HOOSING THE MAGE WITH HOTO RAME OPYING THE ILES DPOF ETTING THE HOOSING A TARTUP MAGE...
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Page 5: Using Thi Menu
Getting Started Using This Menu Getting Started This section contains information you should know before using this camera. Basic Operation This section explains all recording features of this camera. Basic Recording This section explains how to record still images, movies, and audio files. Other Recording Functions This section explains common operations about recording images. -
Page 6: U Npacking
Unpacking Camera USB Cable Soft Case Software Installation Strap 2 x AA Batteries CD-ROM Quick Start Guide... -
Page 7: Part Of The Camera
Parts of the Camera 1. Flash ( page 23) 2. Self-timer Lamp 3. Microphone 4. Len s 5. Zoom Button ( page 22) Thumbnail ( page 37) Playback Zoom page 36) 6. Playback Button page 13) 7. Menu Button ( page 15) 8. - Page 8 15. Strap Ring 16. Shutter Button page 19, 28) 17. Power Button ( page 12) 18. Speaker 19. USB/AV Terminal page 18, 47) 20. Battery Cover ( page 5) 21. Tripod Socket...
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Page 9: I Nserting The B Atteries
Inserting the Batteries Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow. Insert the batteries. Insert two AA-size batteries with the positive (+) and negative (-) poles matching the directions indicated inside the battery room. Close the battery cover. -
Page 10: Card
Inserting the Memory Card You can use SD Card with this digital camera. The memory card slot is located beneath the battery cover, adjacent to the battery compartment. Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow. -
Page 11: Language
Setting the Display Language / Date & Time When using the camera for the first time after purchasing, be sure to choose a language and set the date & time before using the camera. Setting the Display Language Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Setup Menu ( page 16). - Page 12 Tips Holding down changes the values continuously. For date stamp setting ( page 33). Apply the setting. After adjusting the settings, press the SET or the MENU button to apply the setting. Caution If the batteries are removed for longer than 48 hours, the Date and Time will need to be re-set.
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Page 13: Resolution
Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is used to compose images while recording, adjust settings and replay images. The following indicators may appear on the LCD monitor while recording or playing back images. REC mode Recording mode ( page 13) White balance ( page 31) Flash (... -
Page 14: Playback Mode
PLAYBACK mode Playback mode ( page 13) Recording info ( page 11) Histogram Protect ( page 40) Captured date & time Voice memo ( page 30) File number / Total Voice memo control ( page 30) Battery ( page 5) DPOF ( page 45) Storage media... -
Page 15: Tatus
Changing the LCD Status Press the SET/DISP button changes the LCD status as shown below: REC mode (A) OSD on (B) Full OSD (C)Guide line (D) OSD off Tips Use the “Guide line” to compose images easily before shooting images. PLAYBACK mode (A) OSD on (B) Full OSD... -
Page 16: Turning The Power On And Off
Basic Operation Turning the Power On and Off Press the POWER button ( ) to turn on the camera in the REC mode. The power turns on, the lens extends and the LED lights in green. Press the PLAYBACK button ( ) to turn on the camera in the PLAYBACK mode. -
Page 17: Mode
Changing the Mode You can record images and voices in the REC mode. And using the PLAYBACK mode to replay, delete, or edit images on the LCD monitor. Switching between REC mode and PLAYBACK mode In REC mode, press the PLAYBACK button ( ) to switch to the PLAY mode. -
Page 18: Mode
Display Title Description Sunset Enhance the red hue for recording sunset images. Backlight Shooting the image of backlight object by changing metering. Smile Capture the most brilliant smile of characters. Capture Kids Take a still image to capture moving kids. Shooting the subject while keeping the background night Night Scene scenery. -
Page 19: Using The Menu
Using the Menus When a menu is displayed, the four-way control and the SET button are used to make the desired settings. REC menu Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode page 13). Open the REC menu. Press the MENU button ( ) to display the menu. -
Page 20: Metering
Effect Off / B&W / Sepia / Negative / Red / Green / Blue Date Stamp Off / Date / Date & Time Stabilizer Off / On Face Tracking Off / On Photo Frame Off / Frame 1 ~ 10 Digital Zoom Off / On REC menu list (Movie) -
Page 21: Off
Change the setting. Press ( ) to select an option and press or the SET ( ) button to apply the setting. Press the MENU ( ) button to close the menu. Setup menu list Menu Item Functions [Shutter]: Sets the shutter sound on and off. [Start-up]: Sets a type of the start-up sound. - Page 22 Menu Item Functions after erasing all files. [Series]: Store the latest used file number no matter deleting files or inserting a new memory card. [Reset]: Reset file numbering each time the memory card is changed. Resetting the file number is useful for avoiding the file name duplication when images are downloaded to a computer page 48).
- Page 23 Basic Recording Recording Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode page 13). Compose the subject on the monitor. Aim the focus area ( ) to the subject that you want to take. Half press the shutter button to focus the image. The focus area ( ) becomes green while in focus, then shutter speed ( ), aperture value ( ) and ISO value ( ) are displayed.
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Page 24: Aeb Off
Using the Q mode The Q mode provides a simplified camera interface. Larger icons and fewer controls make it easier to take pictures anytime, especially for the beginners and elder users. You can use only the basic settings in the Q mode: Flash: Auto / Red eye / Force on / Slow sync / Force off Button... -
Page 25: Setting Image Size Andq
Setting Image Size and Quality You can select lower image resolution and quality to decrease the image size to capture more images. Choose a suitable setting according to the desired image quality and purpose. For details, see page 15. Resolution Values Image Size Print Size 3264 x 2448... -
Page 26: Using The Zoom Function
Using the Zoom Function Your camera has a combination of optical and digital zoom functions that allows 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 27: Using The Flash
Using the Flash The flash is not only for taking pictures when there is insufficient light, but also when the subject is in shade or in backlight conditions. Press the flash button to cycle your camera through the various flash modes. The flash will not activate when continuous shooting or movie recording. -
Page 28: Using The Macro
Using the Macro 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 15 cm from the lens when in the maximum wide angle setting and 40 cm in the maximum telephoto setting. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode page 13). -
Page 29: Using The Self - Timer & B
Using the Self-timer & Burst Use the self-timer to set a delay from the time the shutter button is pressed to the time the image is shot. Use the burst to record continuous still images shooting. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode ( page 13). -
Page 30: Using The Aperture Priority
Using the Aperture Priority In this mode, you can set an aperture value to match the brightness. A higher aperture value brings the background out of focus. Selecting a lower aperture value allows you to soft the background. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Aperture Priority page 14). -
Page 31: Using The Manual Exposure
Using the Manual Exposure You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to achieve a particular effect. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Manual Exposure page 14). Use the SET button to switch between aperture value and shutter speed control. -
Page 32: Recording Movie Clips
Recording Movie Clips Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Movie mode page 13). Compose the subject on the monitor. Aim the focus area ( ) to the subject that you want to take. The LCD monitor displays the available recording time ( ). -
Page 33: Recording Audio Clips
Recording Audio Clips Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Voice REC mode page 13). Press the shutter button to start recording. The voices are recorded from the microphone of the camera. Be careful to avoid touching the microphone while recording. Press the shutter button again to end recording. -
Page 34: Recording A Voice Memo
Recording a Voice Memo You can add a voice memo to the still images after you record it. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Press to select a still image that you want to add a voice memo. If the image already has the voice memo recorded, the appears on... -
Page 35: Other Recording Functions
Other Recording Functions Setting the Metering There are 3 different light metering options available on your camera. Option Description Light is measured from the entire shooting screen, but gives more importance to the values near the center. Selects an exposure based on readings from multiple points in the subject area. -
Page 36: Setting The Iso
Setting the ISO With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to the brightness of the subject. Option Description Auto Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. ISO 50 Sets the sensitivity to ISO 50 equivalent. ISO 100 Sets the sensitivity to ISO 100 equivalent. ISO 200 Sets the sensitivity to ISO 200 equivalent. -
Page 37: Setting The Sharpness
Setting the Sharpness You can select whether you want the image to have sharp or soft outlines. Option Description The edges of the image are emphasized. The edges will become sharp, but noise may occur in the recording image. The edges of the image are sharp. This is suitable for printing. The edges of the image are softened. -
Page 38: Setting Stabilizer
Setting Stabilizer With more sensibility and faster shutter speed to bright up the pictures, effectively prevent blur image caused by hand shack or target movement, one can take good pictures with little effort. Setting Face tracking After initializing face tracking function, the lens will lock the main character in the picture and follow the movements. -
Page 39: Playback
Playback Playing Back Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). The latest recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. If there are no images stored, a message [No image] appears. Press the four-way control ( ). -
Page 40: Magnifying & Trimming
Magnifying & Trimming Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode ( page 13). Select an image. Press ( ) to select the image that you want to magnify or trimming. Only still images can be magnified and trimmed. -
Page 41: V Iewing In T Humbnail
Viewing in Thumbnail Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Press the zoom button [W], a thumbnail screen is displayed. Use the four-way control to select the desired image, and press [T] or the SET button to show the selected image in full screen. -
Page 42: Deleting A Single File
Deleting Files Deleting a Single File Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Open the menu. Press the MENU button ( ), then use the four-way control ( ) to select Delete ( ) and press the SET button ( ). -
Page 43: Deleting Multiple Files
Deleting Multiple Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen page 37). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then Press to select to select Delete ) and press the SET button. Press to select [Select], and then press the SET button. The frame of the selected image turns green. -
Page 44: Protecting A Single File
Protecting a Single File Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Protect ) and press the SET button. Press to select [SINGLE], and then press the SET button. -
Page 45: Protecting Multiple Files
Protecting Multiple Files Turn the power on, and set the camera to the thumbnail screen page 37). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then Press to select to select Protect ( ) and press the SET button. Press to select [Select], and then press the SET button. The frame of the selected image turns green. -
Page 46: Editing Images
Editing Images Rotating Still Images Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Press to select the image you want to rotate. Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select Rotate ( and press the SET button. -
Page 47: Changing The Image With Effects
Changing the Image with Effects You may use Red Eye Removal remove the red eye caused by flash from original photo. Or use color filters to save as a new image. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). -
Page 48: Copying The Files
Copying the Files You may copy the data from the camera’s internal memory to the memory card for convenience. Be sure you have inserted a memory card into your digital camera. Set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode. ( page 13). Open the menu. -
Page 49: Setting The Dpof
Setting the DPOF The Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) setting allows you to select images on the memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service or for printing on a direct print function compatible printer. -
Page 50: Choosing A Startup Image
Choosing a Startup Image Turn the power on, and set the camera to the PLAYBACK mode page 13). Open the menu. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way control to select S.Image ) and press the SET button. Press to select the image you want, then press the SET button to apply the choice. -
Page 51: Connecting The Camera To Apc
Connecting the Camera to a PC There are two ways to download files from the camera’s internal memory or memory card to a computer: Inserting the memory card into a card reader Connecting the camera to a computer using the supplied USB cable Using the Card Reader Eject the memory card from the camera and insert it in a card reader that is... -
Page 52: Appendix
Appendix About the Folder & File Name Your digital camera automatically creates a directory of folders in the internal memory or memory card that it uses to organize still images, movie clips and other information. Folder Structure Folder name begins with a 3-digit number from 100 to 999 and followed by “DICAM”, each folder holds up to 9999 files. -
Page 53: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Power does not turn on. Battery is inserted in the wrong Reload battery in the correct direction. direction. Batteries are dead. Replace or recharge batteries. The battery compartment door Make sure the battery is open. compartment door is securely closed. -
Page 54: Specifications
Specifications Sensor 8 Mega Pixels CCD, Size : 1/2.5 inch Lens Focal Length : f = 6.2 ( W ) ~ 18.6 ( T ) mm , 3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom LCD monitor 2.5” LCD monitor Focus Range Normal: 80 cm ~ Infinity , Macro: (W) 15 cm ~ 1 m / (T) 40 cm~ 1 m Aperture F/ 2.8 ( W ), 5.2 ( T ) - Page 55 Focus Macro Flash Up & Down...
- Page 56 Resolution Movie Size Quality Metering...
- Page 57 White Balance...
- Page 58 Exposure Drive Mode Highlight...
- Page 59 Stabilize Sharpness Effect Date Stamp...
- Page 60 Face Tracking Photo Frame Digital Zoom...
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