English
WEEE Warning Message
Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries
This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected
separately.
The following apply only to users in European countries:
This product is designated for separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as
household waste.
For more information, contact the retailer or the local
authorities in charge of waste management.
FCC STATEMENT
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.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital
devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
receiver is connected
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Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of
the FCC rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless
otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you
could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Product Information
1. Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This includes
primary product specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s manual. This
User Manual is a general reference guide for the product.
2. The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from those
described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify
slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements,
customer demographics, and geographical preferences.
Products very often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as
batteries, chargers, AC adapters, memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches, and
language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color,
appearance, and internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product
definition and included accessories.
3. The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from
the actual design of your camera.
4. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user
manual.
5. For driver updates, you can check the “Download” section of our website,
www.geniusnet.com
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.
Warnings
If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the
power OFF and remove the battery.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock.
Consult the store of purchase.
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If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the
power OFF and remove the battery.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock.
Consult the store of purchase.
Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.
This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection,
ask retailer where you purchased it.
Do not use the camera in areas near water.
This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain,
snow, on the beach, or near the shore.
Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.
This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing injury.
Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.
Swallowing batteries might cause poisoning. If the battery is accidentally
swallowed, immediately consult a physician.
Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a
motorcycle.
This might cause you to fall over or result in a traffic accident.
Cautions
Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of
the terminals.
Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause fire and
injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or
leaking.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.
This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to
leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your
body or clothes, rinse with fresh water.
If the internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive
treatment.
A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use
excessive force when handling the camera.
This might cause damage to the camera.
Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.
This might cause fire or electric shock.
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Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of
continuous use.
The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause
burns.
Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.
This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire.
Use the camera in a well-ventilated place.
Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise
significantly, such as inside a car.
This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.
Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.
Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and
electric shock.
Notes on Battery Usage
When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and
the notes described below:
Use only the specified battery (3.7V, 600mAh).
Avoid using the battery in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can
shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance.
When you are using the new rechargeable battery or rechargeable battery that has
not been used for an extended period of time (the battery that passed the expiry date
is an exception) might affect the number of images that can be captured. Therefore, to
maximize its performance and lifetime, we recommend that you fully charge the
battery and discharge it for at least one complete cycle before use.
The battery may feel warm after long period of continuous use of the camera or the
flash. This is normal and not a malfunction.
The camera may feel warm after long period of continuous use. This is normal and not
a malfunction.
If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, remove it from the camera to
prevent leakage or corrosion.
If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, store it after no battery power
left. If the battery is stored for a long time in a fully charged state, its performance may
be impaired.
Always keep the battery terminals in a clean state.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
We recommend the battery should be charged 8 hours for first time use.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Overview
Package contents
GETTING TO KNOW
THE CAMERA
Front view
Rear view
Control Buttons
Status LED Indicator
LCD Monitor Icons
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9-15
15-22
GETTING STRATED
Attaching the Camera Strap
Inserting and Removing the Battery
Charging the Battery
Inserting and Removing the SD
Memory Card (Optional Accessory)
Turning the Power On/Off
Setting the Date and Time
Choosing the Language
Formatting the SD Card or Internal
Memory
Setting Image Resolution and Quality
PHOTOGRAPHY MODE 22-37
[
] Still Image Mode
Recording Voice Memos
Using the Optical Zoom
Using the Digital Zoom
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Setting the Flash
Setting the Focus
Manual five focus areas
Setting the Self-timer
Exposure Compensation/Backlight
Correction
AE-Lock
Setting the Scene Mode
Setting the Panorama Mode
Using the Photo Frame function
[
] Video Mode
[
] PLAYBACK MODE 37-52
Playing Back Still Images
Playing Back Video Clips
Playing Back Still Images/Video Clips on
a TV
Attaching Voice Memos
Thumbnail Display
Zoom Playback
Slideshow Display
Protecting Images
DPOF Settings
Resizing an Image (Resize)
Compressing an Image (Quality Change)
[
] Erasing Images
MENU OPTIONS
52-64
Still Image Menu (Capture)
Still Image Menu (Function)
Video Menu (Capture)
Video Menu (Function)
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PC CAMERA
71-73
Step 1: Installing the PC camera Driver
Step 2: Connecting the digital still Camera
to your computer
Step 3: Running your application software
(i.e. Windows NetMeeting)
EDITING SOFTWARE
INSTALLATION
Installing Photo Explorer
Installing Photo Express
Installing Cool 360SE
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CONNECTING THE CAMERA
75
TO OTHER DEVICES
CAMERA
SPECIFICATIONS
TROUBLESHOOTING
76-77
77-82
Playback Menu
Setup Menu (In Photography Mode)
Setup Menu (In Playback Mode)
CONNECTING THE
CAMERADIRECTLY TO THE
PRINTER FOR PRINTING
IMAGES (PICTBRIGDE
FUNCTION)
TRANSFERRING RECORDED
IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR
68-70
COMPUTER
64-67
Step 1: Installing the USB Driver (Windows
98/98SE users only)
Step 2: Connecting the Camera to your
computer
Step 3: Downloading Images, Video Files
USING THE DIGITAL STILL
CAMERA AS A
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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera.
Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart
camera. Equipped with a 6.2 Mega pixel CCD, this camera is capable of capturing
images with a resolution of up to 2848 x 2136 pixels.
Other cool features provided by the camera include the following:
LCD monitor -
2.5" Full color TFT LCD (230K pixels) monitor makes it easy
to frame your subject when capturing images. It also
displays the images you have captured.
16 MB internal memory (9 MB for image storage).
External memory supports SD card up to 1 GB.
3x optical lens allows you to capture telephoto and
wide-angle images.
4x digital zoom and 3x optical zoom permit zoom
photography of up to 12 times; 4x (in 0.5 steps) playback
captured images to enlarge a selected portion of an image.
Change the flash setting according to your lighting
environment and photography mode setting.
Images can be captured with the distance to the subject set
by auto focus, macro or infinity.
Time selectable between 10 seconds, 2 seconds and 10+2
seconds.
Capture different still images including single, a series of 3
images with different exposures, and 3 images
continuously.
Record video clips with voice.
Recording media -
Optical zoom -
Digital zoom -
Flexible flash
settings -
Focus mode -
Self-timer mode -
Capture mode -
Video mode -
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Voice memo -
Thumbnail display -
TV and PC connection -
DPOF settings -
Scene mode-
A voice memo can be recorded once for 30 seconds
at photography mode immediately following a still
image captured or at playback mode while viewing
the images.
Display in sets of nine images on the LCD monitor for
easier and quicker selection of images.
View images on a television monitor or computer
while connected to the USB or A/V cable.
Allow you to embed printing information on your SD
card and to print your images on a DPOF compatible
printer by simply inserting it.
You may select a previously set recording mode for
the following situations: Program AE, Panorama,
Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night, Candlelight, Text,
Sunset, Sunrise, Splash, and Fireworks.
Package contents
Carefully unpack your package and make sure that you have the following items. In the
event that any item is missing or if you find any mismatch or damage, promptly contact your
dealer.
Digital still camera
Quick guide
Camera pouch
AC Plug Adaptor for EU to US
One Rechargeable Lithium Ion
Battery
Battery Charger
NOTE
USB cable
AV cable
Software CD-ROM
Camera strap
AC Power Adapter
Accessory and components may vary by different retailer.
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