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..................................................................................................................... - 4 -
Side ..................................................................................................................... - 4 -
Using the Accessories............................................................................................. - 5 -
Attaching the Wrist Strap..................................................................................... - 5 -
Using the Soft Case............................................................................................. - 5 -
2 Preparing to Take Pictures ................................................................................... - 6 -
Installing the Batteries............................................................................................. - 6 -
Low Battery Indicator .............................................................................................. - 7 -
Turning the Power On............................................................................................. - 7 -
Setting the Date and Time ...................................................................................... - 8 -
Language Settings .................................................................................................. - 8 -
TV Out Settings....................................................................................................... - 9 -
Setting the Beep Sound .......................................................................................... - 9 -
Setting the Power Save Function.......................................................................... - 10 -
SD Memory Cards ................................................................................................ - 11 -
Inserting............................................................................................................. - 11 -
Removing .......................................................................................................... - 11 -
Camera Mode Setting ........................................................................................... - 12 -
Photo Mode ....................................................................................................... - 12 -
Playback Mode.................................................................................................. - 12 -
Video Mode ....................................................................................................... - 12 -
3 Taking Pictures.................................................................................................... - 13 -
Previewing a Picture ............................................................................................. - 13 -
Taking a Picture .................................................................................................... - 13 -
Setting the LCD Display Mode .............................................................................. - 13 -
Setting Image Quality and Resolution................................................................... - 14 -
Using the Zoom Function...................................................................................... - 15 -
Using the Flash ..................................................................................................... - 16 -
Adjusting the Exposure ......................................................................................... - 16 -
Using Different Metering Options .......................................................................... - 17 -
Setting the White Balance..................................................................................... - 17 -
White Balance Settings Explained..................................................................... - 18 -
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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............................................................................ - 22 -
Viewing Pictures ................................................................................................... - 22 -
Viewing Pictures in Thumbnail Mode .................................................................... - 23 -
Protecting Stored Images...................................................................................... - 23 -
Erasing a Stored Image ........................................................................................ - 24 -
Erasing all Images............................................................................................. - 24 -
Slide Show............................................................................................................ - 25 -
Copy to Card......................................................................................................... - 25 -
Formatting the Camera Memory or SD Card ........................................................ - 25 -
5 File Names & Printing.......................................................................................... - 26 -
Folder Names ....................................................................................................... - 26 -
File Names............................................................................................................ - 27 -
DPOF Print Settings.............................................................................................. - 27 -
Print Order Setting............................................................................................. - 27 -
6 Making Connections............................................................................................ - 28 -
Viewing Images on the TV .................................................................................... - 28 -
Selecting the Video Out Signal Mode ................................................................... - 28 -
Downloading Images to a Computer..................................................................... - 29 -
Using a Flash Card Memory Reader ................................................................. - 29 -
Connecting to a Computer Using USB .............................................................. - 30 -
Understanding Camera Memory ........................................................................... - 31 -
Internal Memory ................................................................................................ - 31 -
Optional SD Memory Card ................................................................................ - 31 -
DCF Protocol..................................................................................................... - 31 -
7 Software Installation............................................................................................ - 32 -
Software Driver ..................................................................................................... - 32 -
Roxio PhotoSuite 5 / Roxio VideoWave Movie Creator......................................... - 32 -
8 Appendix .............................................................................................................. - 33 -
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... - 33 -
Specifications........................................................................................................ - 34 -
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1 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
Strap
2 x AA Batteries
Soft Case
Installation CD Quick Start Booklet
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Getting Started
System Requirements*
Intel® Pentium® II 266 MHz or better
Windows:
•
• 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® G3 or later
• Mac® OS 9.0, 9.1, 9.2 and OS X
• Minimum 64 MB RAM
• USB port
• CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive
• 16-bit color display compatible monitor (800x600 pixels)
* Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
** Only file transfers are supported on Macinitosh systems.
Safety Tips
• Do not try to open the case of the camera or attempt to modify this camera
in any way. High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric
shock when exposed. Maintenance and repairs should be carried out by
authorized service providers.
• Do not fire the flash too close to animals or people's eyes, especially
young children. Eye damage may be caused.
• Keep the camera away from water and other liquids. Do not use the
camera with wet hands. Never use the camera in the rain or snow.
Moisture creates the danger of fire and electric shock.
• Keep the camera and its accessories out of the reach of children and
animals to prevent accidents or damage to the camera.
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Getting Started
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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
peripheral, 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
communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause a 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.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Where shielded
interface cables have been provided with the product or specified additional
components or accessories elsewhere defined to be used with the installation of the
product, they must be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC regulation.
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Getting Started
Camera Components
Front
Self-timer
indicator
Microphone
Battery
cover
Rear
LED indicator
Viewfinder
LCD
Side
DC In port
Shutter
button
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Viewfinder
Flash
Lens
Mode
switch
Power
button
Zoom
buttons
4-Way, Multi-
function buttons
(LEFT, RIGHT, UP, DOWN)
SET, MENU and
DISP buttons
USB port
TV Out port
Using the Accessories
Attaching the Wrist Strap
Attach the wrist strap to your camera as shown in
the illustration to the right.
Getting Started
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.
• Slide the camera into the case,
making sure there are no sharp
objects inside that may damage the
camera.
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