Largan EASY 200 User Manual

Largan EASY 200 User Manual

Largan user manual digital still camera easy 200
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EASY
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
U S E R ' S MA N U A L
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
200
2.0
Megapixel
2.5X
Digital zoom

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  • Page 1 EASY DIGITAL STILL CAMERA U S E R ' S MA N U A L DIGITAL STILL CAMERA Megapixel 2.5X Digital zoom...
  • Page 3 Keep the manual handy for quick reference. You are on your way to experience a digital camera like no other. This easy-to-follow user's manual shows you how to use your new camera like a pro, whether you want to: download photos to your computer.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CHAPTER 1: Components Guide The Camera Kit... Index of Controls (Front / Left / Right / Back / Up / Bottom View) On Screen Display (OSD) ... CHAPTER 2: Getting Started Attaching the Strap... Turning the Power On/Off... Charging the Battery...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents CHAPTER 4: Advanced Features Photography Capture Mode ( Scene Mode ( Delete Mode ( Resolution ( )... Compression Ratio ( Sharpness / Softness ( )... Light Metering Mode ( )... Communication Setting ( )... Beeper On/Off ( Monitor Brightness ( Auto Power Off ( )...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents CHAPTER 6: Capturing / Replaying with a TV Monitor Connecting the Camera with a TV Monitor... Capturing the Images with a TV Monitor... Replaying the Images with a TV Monitor... CHAPTER 7: Installing the USB DISK Driver For Windows 98 only...
  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Components Guide

    1. Components Guide The Camera Kit The camera kit includes: 1. The camera 2. Li-ion rechargeable battery 3. Camera strap 4. Mini USB cable 5. User's manual 6. CD 7. Li-ion battery charger 8. Leatherette camera case 9. TV cable This is not your traditional camera.
  • Page 8: Index Of Controls (Front/Left/Right/Back/Up/Bottom View)

    Index of Controls (Front/Left/Right/Back/Up/Bottom View) Front View Self-Timer Signal Flash Optical Viewfinder Window Lens...
  • Page 9: Right View

    Index of Controls Left View External Memory Card Slot Battery Slot (Front/Left/Right/Back/Up/Bottom View) Right View External Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Standard Mode Macro Switch Macro Mode USB Terminal...
  • Page 10: Back View

    Index of Controls Back View Viewfinder Busy Signal Flash Signal OK Button (Front/Left/Right/Back/Up/Bottom View) LCD Monitor Flash Button Zoom Button (Wide-angle/ Telephoto Strap Eyelet / Exposure Compensation Button Self-Timer Button / Erase Button...
  • Page 11: Bottom View

    Index of Controls Top View Replay Button Bottom View Tripod Socket (Front/Left/Right/Back/Up/Bottom View) Lock/ Display Power Menu Button Button Button Shutter...
  • Page 12: On Screen Display (Osd)

    On Screen Display (OSD) Capture Mode Macro Mode Capture Mode Scene Mode Resolution SHQ HQ SQ Flash Self-Timer EV+0.0 Battery Condition Exposure Compensation The type of media in use is displayed SD SD :SD card :Internal...
  • Page 13: Replay Mode

    On Screen Display (OSD) Capture Mode Press the " " button to switch from replay mode to capture mode. Images Taken SD-0001/1000 SD-0001/1000 I-0001/1000 I-0001/1000 Last Image Taken First Image Taken SD Card / Internal Replay Mode Press the " "...
  • Page 14: Chapter 2: Getting Started

    2. Getting Started Attaching the Strap Attach the camera strap as shown in the illustration below. Figure1 Figure 2 Turning the Power On/Off Press the " " button to turn the camera on. Hold down the " " button 3 seconds to turn the camera off.
  • Page 15: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Charge the battery before you use it for the first time and when the LCD monitor on the camera indicates, "CHANGE BATTERY". 1. Put the battery in the charger Align the edge of the battery with the line on the charger, then slide the battery in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 16: Using The Usb Cable

    2. Using the USB cable 2-1. Attach the USB cable to the USB terminal on the charger. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB port on the PC. 2-2. To turn the computer on. While the battery is being charged, the chargers display LED will be red;...
  • Page 17: Installing The Battery

    Installing the Battery 1. Open the external memory card slot/battery cover in the direction of the arrow. 2. Put the battery in. 3. Close the cover. Step1 NOTE Remove the battery if you are not going to use the camera. Do not short, disassemble or throw the battery into a fire.
  • Page 18: Inserting The Card

    2. Open the external memory card slot/battery cover. NOTE The external memory card is optional, please purchase at www.largan.com or your local retailer. Works with MMC cards up to 128 MB or SD cards up to 256 MB. 3. Inserting the card Orient the external memory card correctly and push it into the card slot as far as it will go.
  • Page 19: The Memory Priority

    The Memory Priority You can store image data with an external memory card or the internal memory of the camera. When the external memory card is inserted into the camera, the image data will be recorded to or viewed from the external memory card first.
  • Page 20: Chapter 3: Basic Photography

    3. Basic Photography Taking Pictures 1. Press the on/off " 2. Aim the camera at the subject. 3. Adjust the Digital Zoom 3-1. Use the zoom lever to achieve the desired composition. 3-2. To zoom in on the subject, press the "T" button. To zoom out, press the "W"...
  • Page 21: Press The Shutter Button

    4. Press the Shutter Button 4-1. Press the "shutter" button down fully to take the picture. 4-2. The camera will beep and the data is recorded. EV+0.0 SAVING SAVING...
  • Page 22: Switching The Lcd Monitor Display Information

    Switching the LCD Monitor Display Information ( Pressing the " " button switches the LCD monitor display information. In the capture mode, pressing the next mode each time the button is pressed. Detailed Display: The LCD monitor displays information such as the camera setting, resolution, battery condition...
  • Page 23: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash ( The flash mode is used to add extra light to your image. Press the flash " " button to select the flash setting. The flash setting changes ( , each time you press the “ " button. And the selected flash mode appears on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 24: Using The Macro ( )

    Using the Macro ( ) 1. The macro mode is used to take a close-up photos up to 8 inches. Slide the macro switch from Standard to Macro mode. The " " icon appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the on/off " beep.
  • Page 25: Chapter 4: Advanced Features Photography

    4. Advanced Features Photography Capture Mode ( In the capture mode, you can choose from 3 types of shots: Single Shot / Continuous Shots / 1. Press the " " button to display the menu. 2. Use the " " or " " button to select this mode ( 3.
  • Page 26: Scene Mode

    Scene Mode ( / / In the scene mode, you can choose from 6 types of scenes: Portrait Landscape Night Landscape 1. Press the " " button to display the menu. 2. Use the " " or " " button to select this mode ( ). 3.
  • Page 27 Night Landscape Use this mode for pictures taken in the evening or at night. 1. Press the "shutter" button to take a picture. Fluorescent Use this mode for pictures in fluorescent light. 1. Press the "shutter" button to take a picture.
  • Page 28: Delete Mode ( / )

    Delete Mode ( In the delete mode, memory) you set, you can cho Delete All / Format Delete All (External memory card) 1. Make sure the external memory card is in the camera. 2. Press the " " button to display the menu. 3.
  • Page 29 Delete All (the internal memory) 1. Make sure the external memory card is out of the camera. 2. Press the " " button to display the menu. 3. Use the " " or " " button to select this mode ( ). 4.
  • Page 30: Resolution ( )

    Resolution ( ) In the resolution mode, you can choose the setting ( according to the type of shot you want to take. NOTE = 1600 x 1200 pixels / Super Fine = 1024 x 768 pixels / Fine = 640 x 480 pixels / Normal 6M = 2976x2240 pixels / Interpolation 1.
  • Page 31: Selecting The Image Quality

    Selecting the Image Quality Resolution Mode 1. The highest quality mode 2. Highest quality prints 3. Larger file sizes 4. Harder to email 5. Factory default setting 1. Smaller file size 2. Save more images to memory 3. Good for editing on a PC or printing 1.
  • Page 32: Compression Ratio ( / / )

    Compression Ratio ( / In the compression ratio mode, you can choose the quality setting ( ) according to the type of shot you want to take. NOTE = Super Fine = Fine = Normal 1. Press the " " button to display the menu. 2.
  • Page 33: Light Metering Mode ( )

    Light Metering Mode ( ) Use this mode for scenes where the brightness of the subject and background differ markedly. Y ou can choose from 2 types of this mode. 1. Press the " " button to display the menu. 2.
  • Page 34: Communication Setting ( )

    Communication Setting ( ) The default setting is the USB DISK to download the images. W you download the images for the first time, please do this: 1. Press the " " button to display the menu. 2. Use the " " or " " button to select this mode ( ). 3.
  • Page 35: Beeper On/Off ( / )

    Beeper On/Off ( In this mode, you can set the beeper on or off. 1. Press the " " button to display the menu. 2. Use the " " or " " button to select this mode ( ). 3. Use the " " or " " button to select " 4.
  • Page 36: Auto Power Off ( )

    Auto Power Off ( ) Use this function when you want to get the maximum possible running time from the battery. NOTE The settings can be adjusted in 30 / 45 / 60 / 120 / 180 seconds and turn off. 1.
  • Page 37: Anti-Flicker Setting( )

    Anti-Flicker Setting ( ) Your camera needs to be set to the frequency of the local power supply to avoid problems when taking pictures under fluorescent lighting. If you do not know which setting is correct for your country, consult your dealer. EX.: U.S.A., Taiwan, South Korea...
  • Page 38: Setting The Tv System ( )

    Setting the TV System ( ) In this mode, you can set the TV system in NTSC or PAL. 1. Press " " button to display the menu. 2. Use the " " or " " button to select this mode ( ). 3.
  • Page 39: Chapter 5: Viewing The Images

    5. Viewing the Images Switching between Capture and Replay Mode 1. Press the " " button to switch from capture mode to replay mode. 2. In the replay mode, you can preview and zoom in on the images. NOTE When the memory setting is in the external memory card mode (an MMC cards or SD card is in the camera), you can only view or download the images stored on the external memory card.
  • Page 40: Auto Playback

    Auto Playback The function automatically plays all the images stored in the camera. 1. In single image replay, hold on the " " or " " button for 2 seconds to preview the images automatically (slide show). 2. Adjust the playback speed by pressing the "...
  • Page 41: Erasing The Single Image

    Erasing the Single Image 1. In single image replay mode, select the image you wish to erase using the " " or " " button. 2. Press the " " button. 3. Select "Yes" using the " " or " " button. 4.
  • Page 42: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies 1. In single image replay, select the movie you wish to play using the " " or " " button. 2. Pressing the "W" button will play the movie images. You can press the "W" button again to pause the movie. 3.
  • Page 43: Chapter 6: Capturing / Replaying With A Tv Monitor

    6. Capturing / Replaying with a TV Monitor Connecting the Camera with a TV Monitor 1. Turn off the camera and TV. 2. Attach the TV cable to the USB terminal on the camera. 3. Plug the other end of the TV cable to the video in jack on the TV. Capturing the Images with a TV Monitor 1.
  • Page 44: Replaying The Images With A Tv Monitor

    Replaying the Images with a TV Monitor 1. Make sure you have connected the camera to the TV. 2. Turn on the TV and switch it to video mode. 3. Switch the camera to replay mode (p. 32). 4. In the replay mode, you can preview and zoom in on the images. NOTE If an incorrect TV system is set, the output image will not display properly.
  • Page 45: Chapter 7: Installing The Usb Disk Driver

    7. Installing the USB DISK Driver For Windows 98 only If you have Windows 98 operating system on your PC, please place the CD-ROM into the appropriate drive, then install the USB DISK driver (msd98_setup.exe) to your computer. Windows 2000/ME/XP, you do not need to install any driver. Click "...
  • Page 46 4. Click "Finish" to end the setup. 5. In order for the driver to take effect, you should click "OK" to restart your computer now.
  • Page 47: Chapter 8: Download Images Via Usb Disk

    8. Download Images via USB DISK 1. Switch the camera to the Communication Setting mode and press the " " button. The LCD monitor will show "INSERT CABLE" (p. 27). NOTE Make sure you have installed the USB disk driver first, if you have Windows 98 operating system on your PC.
  • Page 48 DCIM 100IMAGE NOTE When the memory setting is in the external memory card mode (an MMC card or SD card is in the camera), you can only view or download the images stored on the external memory card. If you want to view or download the images in the internal memory of the camera, please remove the external memory card first (p.
  • Page 49: Chapter 9: Appendix

    9. Appendix Troubleshooting Symptom Power will not turn on Power supply Power turns off right after turning Cannot take a Taking picture when pictures pressing the shutter button Check this Battery level too low Battery level too low Power supply not on No space on the external memory card...
  • Page 50 Symptom Does not Flash Taking pictures Image appears dark Cannot playback Play image or playback back screen will not appear Check this In the " " mode Flash is set to " " mode Capture mode is set to " ", "...
  • Page 51 Symptom Play Cannot delete back the image No image on Other TV screen Check this Image is protected (locked) Incorrect video system setting Remedy Unlock this image (p.34) See p.31...
  • Page 52: Additional Information

    Additional Information Technical Specifications Sensor Resolution 1600 x 1200 CMOS sensor with 2.0M pixels Image Resolution Still Mode : 1600 x 1200; 1024 x 768; 640 x 480 pixels 2976 x 2240 (Interpolation) pixels Video Clip: 320 x 240 pixels Lens f=8.79 mm (~22 mm) (2.5X Digital Zoom) Focus Range...
  • Page 53 Technical Specifications Self Timer 10 seconds Image Type JPEG Image Capacity SD card / MMC card / Internal 16 MB flash memory Power Source USB 5V / Li-ion rechargeable battery (3.7V) Power Saving Automatically power off after 30 / 45 / 60 / 120 / 180 seconds Dimensions 3.54"(W) x 2.24"(H) x 0.7"(D) ;...
  • Page 54 Maintenance and Storage Stop operating the camera immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. Immediately turn the camera's power off and remove the cameras battery. Continued use of the product may result in fire or electrical shock. Do not dismantle, modify or repair the camera yourself. Fire and/or electrical shock may occur as a result.
  • Page 55: Where To Get Help

    Where to Get Help Help with your camera is available from several resources: Online Services Contact Largan Digital at www.largan.com to access FAQs, the latest drivers and camera instructions. Customer service and toll free numbers are also available online. Customer Support...
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