12.0 Megapixel Digital Camera
t1242
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Table of Contents
1 Preface. .....................................................................................7
• About this Manual................................................................................... 7
Copyright ............................................................................................. 7
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance .................. 7
Declaration of Conformity .................................................................. 8
Trademark Recognition ........................................................................ 8
• Safety and Handling Precautions ........................................................... 8
Camera Information ............................................................................ 8
Battery Information ............................................................................ 9
2 Introduction .............................................................................................10
• Camera Features ................................................................................. 10
• Package Contents ................................................................................ 11
• Camera Views ....................................................................................... 12
• Camera Buttons .................................................................................... 14
• Navigation Control ................................................................................ 14
• Camera Memory ................................................................................... 16
3 Getting Started ........................................................................................17
• Attaching the Wrist Strap .................................................................... 17
• Inserting the Battery.. ........................................................................... 17
• Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card .. ................................................ 18
• Charging the Battery . ........................................................................... 19
• Turning the Power On and Off . ............................................................ 19
• Initial Settings ...................................................................................... 19
Setting the Language ................................................. ............ ..........19
Setting the Date & Time ............................................ ........... ............19
• Modes................................................................................................... 20
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4 Using the LCD Screen ................................................................21
• LCD Screen Layout .............................................................................. 21
Photo Mode Screen Layout ............................................................... 21
Video Mode Screen Layout ............................................................... 23
Playback Mode Screen Layout .......................................................... 24
Changing the LCD Screen Display ................................................... 27
5 Recording Photos, Videos and Voices ...................................................28
• Taking Photos . ..................................................................................... 28
• Using the Image Stabilizer .................................................................... 29
• Setting the Zoom Control .................................................................... 29
• Using Flash .......................................................................................... 30
• Setting the Focus Mode ...................................................................... 31
• Using the Function Manual .................................................................. 31
My Mode .......................................................................................... 32
Resolution ......................................................................................... 32
Quality ............................................................................................... 33
EV Compensation .............................................................................. 33
White Balance ................................................................................. 34
ISO .................................................................................................... 35
Metering ............................................................................................ 35
Color Mode ........................................................................................ 36
• Using the Record Manual .................................................................... 37
• Setting Scene Mode ............................................................................. 37
Using Smile Capture Mode ............................................................... 41
Using Intelligent Scene Mode ........................................................... 41
Using Blink Detection Mode ............................................................. 43
Using Pre-composition Mode ............................................................ 44
Using Aperture Priority Mode ............................................................ 44
Using Shutter Priority Mode .............................................................. 45
Using Manual Exposure Mode .......................................................... 45
• Setting the Drive Mode ...................................................................... 46
• Setting the AEB .................................................................................. 47
• Setting the AF Area ............................................................................ 47
• Setting the AF Lamp ........................................................................... 48
• Setting Sharpness ............................................................................... 48
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• Setting Saturation ................................................................................ 49
• Setting Contrast ................................................................................... 49
• Setting the Digital Zoom ...................................................................... 50
• Setting the Date Stamp ........................................................................ 51
• Setting the Auto Review....................................................................... 51
• Recording Videos .................................................................................. 52
Setting Video Size ............................................................................ 52
YouTube Mode ................................................................................ 53
• White Balance, Metering, Color Mode. ................................................ 54
• Pre-Record. ........................................................................................... 54
6 Playback ..................................................................................55
• Viewing in Single Navigation ..................................................................... 55
• Viewing Thumbnails .............................................................................. 55
• Zooming images .................................................................................. 57
• Playing Videos ...................................................................................... 57
• Playing Voice Recording........................................................................ 58
• Playing Voice Memo ............................................................................ 59
• Deleting an Image/Video/Audio ............................................................ 60
Using the Delete Button .................................................................... 60
• Setting Playback Menu ......................................................................... 61
• Setting Slideshow ................................................................................. 61
• Deleting Files ....................................................................................... 62
To delete a photo/video/audio clip .................................................... 62
To delete a single file ......................................................................... 63
To delete attached voice memo ........................................................ 63
To delete multiple files ...................................................................... 64
To delete all files ................................................................................ 64
• Protecting/Unprotecting Files ............................................................... 64
To protect files ................................................................................... 64
To protect/unprotect a single file ....................................................... 65
To protect/unprotect multiple files..................................................... 65
To protect all files .............................................................................. 66
To unprotect files ............................................................................... 66
• Red-Eye Correction ............................................................................... 66
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• Voice Memo.......................................................................................... 67
• Color Mode ........................................................................................... 67
• Trim ....................................................................................................... 69
• Resize ................................................................................................... 70
• Setting Startup Image ........................................................................... 71
• Setting DPOF ........................................................................................ 71
To set DPOF on a single image/all image .......................................... 72
To reset DPOF ................................................................................... 72
• PictBridge ............................................................................................. 72
7 Using the Setup Menu ...............................................................73
• Setting Sounds .................................................................................... 73
• Setting Power Save .............................................................................. 74
• Setting LCD Save.................................................................................. 74
• Setting Date & Time ............................................................................ 75
• Setting Language ................................................................................. 75
• Setting File Numbering ........................................................................ 75
• Setting TV Out ...................................................................................... 75
• Setting LCD Brightness ....................................................................... 76
• Setting Memory Kit .............................................................................. 76
• Reset All .............................................................................................. 76
8 Installing the Software onto a Computer ......................................77
• Installing the Software .......................................................................... 77
• Software Included with Your Camer ................................................... 78
• Fast and Easy YouTube Upload ........................................................... 78
• System Requirements ......................................................................... 79
9 Making Connections ................................................................. 81
• Connecting the Camera to a TV .......................................................... 81
To connect your camera to a TV ....................................................... 81
• Connecting the Camera to a PC ......................................................... 81
• Connecting the Camera to a Printer ................................................... 82
10 Appendix ............................................................................... 83
• About Folder and File Names ............................................................. 83
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Folder Structure ................................................................................ 83
File Naming ...................................................................................... 83
11 Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 85
12 Getting Help .......................................................................... 86
• Polaroid Online Services ...................................................................... 86
• ArcSoft Software Help ......................................................................... 86
13 Specifications ........................................................................ 87
• Specifications....................................................................................... 87
• Camera Default Settings...................................................................... 89
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1 Preface
• About this Manual
This manual is designed to assist you in using your new digital camera. All
information presented is as accurate as possible but is subject to change
without notice.
Copyright
This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights
are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical,
electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of
the manufacturer.
© Copyright 2010
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, 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 to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Warning: A shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission
limits and to prevent interference to radio and television reception. Use only
shielded cable to connect I/O devices to this equipment. Any changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void your warranty
and service agreement.
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undersired operation.
Trademark Recognition
Windows 2000/XP/Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and/or other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term
referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation System. All other companies
or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
• Safety and Handling Precautions
Camera Information
• Do not disassemble or attempt to service the camera yourself.
• Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures.
• Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm
temperatures.
• Do not touch the camera’s taking lens.
• Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods.
• Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to
clean the product. Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth.
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