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- Page 1 DC-735 User manual...
- Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this DC-735 digital camera. Please read these operating instructions carefully in order to use the product correctly. Keep the instructions in a safe place after reading so that you can refer to them later. Disclaimer We assume no responsibility over and above the provisions of the Product Liability Law for damages suffered by the user or third parties as a result of inappropriate handling of the product or its accessories, or by their operational failure and by their use.
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Page 3: Fcc Compliance And Advisory
Declaration of Conformity We herewith confirm the following designated product: DC-735 has been tested and found to comply with the requirements set up in the council directive on the approximation of the low of members states relating to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC & 93/68/ EEC. For the evaluation regarding to... -
Page 4: Safety Information
Safety Information 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. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents FCC C ........................... 2 OMPLIANCE AND DVISORY ............................. 3 AFETY NFORMATION GETTING STARTED..............................7 ............................7 TANDARD CCESSORIES Attaching the Wrist Strap..........................8 Using the Soft Case............................8 ..............................9 AMES OF ARTS ..........................11 NSTALLING THE ATTERY Low Battery Indicator............................ - Page 6 ........................24 ETTING THE ECORDING UNCTIONS Using the Scene Mode ..........................24 Setting the Resolution and Quality ....................... 25 Setting the Movie Size..........................25 Setting the Stabilizer............................. 25 Setting the White Balance ..........................26 Setting the ISO ............................. 26 Setting the Exposure ............................ 27 Setting the Metering .............................
- Page 7 File Naming ..............................38 TV O ............................38 ETTING THE USB P ............................. 38 ETTING ..........................39 HOOSING A TARTUP MAGE ............................ 39 ORMATTING THE EMORY ......................... 40 ESETTING TO EFAULT ETTINGS MAKING CONNECTIONS ............................41 TV........................41 ONNECTING THE AMERA TO A PC ........................
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Page 8: Getting Started
Getting Started Standard Accessories Camera USB Cable Video out Cable Rechargeable Lithium-ion Soft Case Strap Battery (NP-40) Software Installation User’s Manual Battery Charger & Adaptor CD-ROM NOTE: The shape of the AC power cord plug depends on the country of use. - 7 -... -
Page 9: Attaching The Wrist Strap
Attaching the Wrist Strap Attach the wrist strap to your camera as shown. NOTE: Do not swing the camera when carrying by the wrist strap. Using the Soft Case When not using the digital camera, keep it in the soft case for protection. -
Page 10: Names Of Parts
Names of Parts Front Bottom - 9 -... - Page 11 Back Side 5-function button - 10 -...
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Page 12: Installing The Battery Pack
Installing the Battery Pack The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (NP-40). 1. Slide the battery cover open. 2. Install the battery with the terminal facing inside the camera. 3. After making sure the battery pack is properly installed, slide the battery cover closed. -
Page 13: Inserting A Memory Card
Inserting a Memory Card You can use SD Card or MMC Card with this digital camera. The memory card slot is located beneath the battery cover, adjacent to the battery compartment. 1. Be sure that the camera is turned off. 2. -
Page 14: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time When the camera is first turned on, the date and time setting will not be correct. So before using, be sure to set date and time. 1. Press the MENU button, using to select SETUP ( ) and press the SET button. -
Page 15: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Turning the Power On and Off 1. Press the POWER button to turn on the camera in the Record mode. Or you can press the button to turn on the camera in the Playback mode. 2. Press the POWER button again to turn the power off. Hint: You can turn on the camera without the start-up and operating sound by pressing... -
Page 16: Switching Between Record And Playback
Switching between Record and Playback You can switch between the Record mode and the Playback mode in following ways: In Record mode Press the MODE button to cycle through the still image shooting, voice recording, and movie recording. Press the button to switch to the Playback mode. -
Page 17: Adj. Menu
ADJ. Menu You can quickly adjust the White balance, ISO, exposure in record mode. 1. Press the SET button to display the menu. When movie recording, only White balance can be adjusted. 2. Press to select a menu item. 3. Press to select an option 4. -
Page 18: Using The Lcd Monitor
Using the LCD monitor The LCD monitor is used to compose images while recording, adjust settings and replay images. LCD Screen Indicator In Recording Mode icon Shutter speed Flash Aperture value Zoom indicator Metering Shots remaining Exposure value Storage media Macro White balance Self timer/Burst... -
Page 19: Switching The Screen Display
In Playback Mode icon Battery Protect Capture date & time Voice memo DPOF File No. / Total No. Resolution Storage media Switching the Screen Display Press the DISP button changes the next display mode of the LCD monitor as shown below: In Record mode In Playback mode (1) OSD on... -
Page 20: Recording
Recording Recording Still Images 1. Set the camera to the record mode 2. Hold the camera with both hands and make sure the camera is stable. 3. Aim the focus area to the subject that you want to take and press the shutter release button halfway. -
Page 21: Using The Flash
When the optical zoom factor is at maximum, zooming stops temporarily. Press the [T] again, the camera switches to the digital zoom automatically and zooming continues. Digital zoom works by enlarging the center portion of an image through a software interpolation process. -
Page 22: Using The Self-Timer & Burst
3. Shoot the image. NOTE: The flash charging time may increase when the battery is low. 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. -
Page 23: Using The Macro Mode
3. Shoot the image. Each option automatically switches to single shot in the following situation: After each shot. When the mode switched. When the camera is turned off. NOTE: When using the self-timer function, be sure to use a tripod or place the digital camera on a level, stable surface. -
Page 24: Recording Movie Clips
Recording Movie Clips Your camera can record movie clips with audio. 1. Set the camera to the record mode The LCD monitor displays the available recording time. 2. Press the shutter to start recording. 3. Press the shutter again to end recording. The camera will stop recording automatically when the memory capacity has been reached. -
Page 25: Setting The Recording Functions
Setting the Recording Functions Using the Scene Mode You can select from various scene mode for specific shooting conditions. 1. Set the camera to the record mode The scene mode function only used in still image shooting. 2. Press the button to show the Scene Mode screen. -
Page 26: Setting The Resolution And Quality
Setting the Resolution 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. Resolution Option Description 3072x2304 pixels 3072x2048 pixels 2816x2112 pixels 2304x1728 pixels 1600x1200 pixels... -
Page 27: Setting The White Balance
Setting the White Balance Adjust the white balance to match different light sources such as sunlight, incandescent (tungsten) lighting or, fluorescent lighting. Option Description Automatically corrects white balance. Ideal for general photography. Adjusts for bright sun conditions, or natural light conditions. Adjusts for cloudy days or twilight conditions Adjusts for normal indoor lighting conditions. -
Page 28: Setting The Exposure
Setting the Exposure Set the exposure value manually to compensate for unusual lighting conditions such as indirect indoor lighting, dark backgrounds, and strong backlighting. 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. -
Page 29: Setting The Photo Effect
Setting the Photo Effect You can add special effects to your images in record mode or in Playback mode. Option Description No effect is added to the image. B&W Convert image to black & white. Sepia Recorded image will be stored in a sepia tone. Neg. -
Page 30: Playback
Playback Playing Back Images 1. Set the camera to the Playback mode Hint: 2. Press to play back the previous image; Holding down press to play back the next image. scrolls images in a high speed. Using the Thumbnail When in Playback mode, you can view all your stored images in thumbnail format. 1. -
Page 31: Playing Back Movie Clips
Playing Back Movie Clips 1. Set the camera to the Playback mode Press to select the movie clip that you want to playback. 2. Press the SET button to start the movie. The movie clip will play on the LCD monitor. 3. -
Page 32: Playing Back A Voice Memo
NOTE: The voice memo cannot be added to a movie clip or a protected image. You cannot delete only the voice memo. When you delete the image, the attached voice memo is also deleted. Playing Back a Voice Memo 1. Set the camera to the Playback mode 2. -
Page 33: Deleting All Files
Hint: To quickly delete the current display image 1. Select the image you want to delete. 2. Press the button to show a confirmation bar. 3. Press the SET button to delete the current display image. Deleting All Files You can use the Playback Menu to delete multiple files. 1. -
Page 34: Editing Images
Hint: To unlock the file, press the SET button again in step 5. The will disappear and the file is unlocked. To lock / unlock all files at a time 1. Set the camera to the Playback mode 2. Press the MENU button, then press to select PROTECT ( 3. -
Page 35: Adding Stickers To A Still Image
Adding Stickers to a Still Image 1. Set the camera to the Playback mode 2. Press to select the image you want to add stickers. 3. Press the MENU button, then press to select STICKER ( 4. Press the SET button to enter the sticker screen. 5. -
Page 36: Playing A Slide Show
Hint: To set the DPOF setting for all images in a time, select ALL in step 3 and press the SET button. Playing a Slide Show You can set the camera to display images in a slide show. Set the camera to the Playback mode Press the MENU button, using to select SLIDE SHOW (... -
Page 37: Setup Settings
Setup Settings Adjusting Sounds You can adjust the sound volume and set different sounds as the start-up sound. 1. Set the camera to the Setup Menu Press to select SOUNDS ( ) and then press or the SET button to enter the sounds screen. 2. -
Page 38: Setting The Language
Setting the Language The camera can display menus and other information in a number of different languages. 1. Set the camera to the Setup Menu Press to select LANGUAGE ( then press or the SET button to launch the submenu. 2. -
Page 39: File Naming
File Naming File name begins with “DSCI” and are followed by a 4-digit number that increases in sequence. File numbering starts from 0001 when a new folder is created. If the highest folder number is 999 and highest file number exceeds 9999, the camera will display the warning message “Folder cannot be created”. -
Page 40: Choosing A Startup Image
Choosing a Startup Image You can choose a recorded image as the start-up image. Set the camera to the Playback mode Press to select a desired image. Press the MENU button, then press to select S.IMAGE ( Press to select an option, and then press the SET button. -
Page 41: Resetting To Default Settings
Resetting to Default Settings You can reset the entire menu and button operation settings to initial default. 1. Set the camera to the Setup Menu 2. Press to select RESET ALL ( ) then press or the SET button to launch the submenu. -
Page 42: Making Connections
Making Connections Connecting the Camera to a TV Images displayed on the camera’s monitor screen can also be displayed on a television. 1. Use the included audio/video cable to connect the camera to the TV set. 2. Set the TV input signal to Video In. Refer to the documentation included with your TV for more information. -
Page 43: Connecting The Camera To A Computer With A Usb Cable
NOTE: If you are using a PC card reader with a notebook computer, first insert the memory card into the PC card adapter (optional), and then insert the PC card adapter into the computer’s PC card slot. Connecting the Camera to a Computer with a USB Cable 1. -
Page 44: Software Installation
Software Installation 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 Mac OS 9.0, 9.1, 9.2 and OS X Minimum 64 MB RAM USB port CD-ROM drive... -
Page 45: Installing The Software
Installing the Software The bundled software CD has the drivers and software that come with camera. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The autorun menu appears: The following software is listed: Install Ulead Photo Explorer 8 SE Basic Installs software for organizing and keeping track of you media. Install VideoStudio 7 SE VCD Installs software for editing captured movies. -
Page 46: Installing The Software Driver
Installing the Software Driver Windows 98 (Second Edition) requires the installation if the driver to use the camera as a mass storage device. 1. Install the included software installation CD-Rom in you computer’s CD-ROM drive. The autorun menu appears. 2. Click Drivers. You are prompted to choose a setup language. Choose a setup language and click OK. -
Page 47: Using The Software
Using the Software Ulead Photo Explorer 8 SE Basic Ulead Photo Explorer 8.0 SE Basic is a versatile tool for owners of digital cameras. Webcams, DV camcorders, scanners, or anyone who strives to handle digital media effectively, Photo Explorer provides an efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute digital media. -
Page 48: Appendix
Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Power does not turn on. Battery is inserted in the Reload battery in the correct wrong direction. direction. Batteries are dead. Replace or recharge batteries. The battery compartment Make sure the battery door is open. compartment door is securely closed. -
Page 49: Specifications & Customer Care
Specifications Sensor 7.0 megapixel CCD Size: 1/2.5 inch Lens Focal length: f=6.55 ~18.07mm , 3x optical zoom, 4x digital zoom LCD monitor 2.5” TFT color LCD Focus Range Normal: 80cm ~ Infinity Macro: (W) 10cm ~ 80cm / (T) 9cm ~80cm Aperture F/3.27 ~ 5.44 Shutter... - Page 50 Customer care More information to the complete product range can be found under: www.plawa.com Service & Repair Hotline (EU): 00800 75292100 Service & Support Hotline (Germany): 0900 1000 042 (1.49 Euro/ min. Deutsche Telekom) Online Service: support-apdc@plawa.com (English/ German) Manufactured by plawa-feinwerktechnik GmbH & Co. KG plawa-feinwerktechnik GmbH &...
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