DXG-502 User's Manual
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Table of Contents
■Precautions
Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................................................... 4
Precautions Before Use ................................................................................................................................. 4
Precautions for Operation.............................................................................................................................. 4
■Package Contents
■Digital Camera Overview
Product Overview.......................................................................................................................................... 7
Button Operation ........................................................................................................................................... 9
■Battery Usage
Inserting/Changing Batteries ..................................................................................................................... 10
■Memory Card and Built-in Memory
Loading the Memory Card .......................................................................................................................... 11
Removing the Memory Card....................................................................................................................... 11
Using the Built-in Memory ......................................................................................................................... 13
■Adjusting the Wrist/Lens Straps
■Turning on the Camera and Lights
Power........................................................................................................................................................... 15
Battery Capacity Meter................................................................................................................................ 15
Lights........................................................................................................................................................... 16
■Setting the Date, Time and Language
Setting Date and Time................................................................................................................................. 17
Setting Language......................................................................................................................................... 17
■Basic Operations
LCD Monitor............................................................................................................................................... 18
Info/Hint ...................................................................................................................................................... 18
Description of Button Functions ................................................................................................................. 19
Menu............................................................................................................................................................ 19
■Setup Mode
Advanced Settings....................................................................................................................................... 20
Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 21
■Photo Mode
Auto Mode................................................................................................................................................... 25
Manual Mode .............................................................................................................................................. 27
Scene Mode ................................................................................................................................................. 29
Descriptions of the Three Modes ................................................................................................................ 30
Taking Pictures............................................................................................................................................ 30
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Self-timer Mode........................................................................................................................................... 33
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LCD Screen ................................................................................................................................................. 31
Optical Zoom / Digital Zoom...................................................................................................................... 31
Flash ............................................................................................................................................................ 32
Burst / Self Portrait / Close-up .................................................................................................................... 32
Close-Up Mode (Macro) ............................................................................................................................. 33
Focus Selection............................................................................................................................................ 34
Instructions for Scene Modes ...................................................................................................................... 34
Descriptions on Menu.................................................................................................................................. 36
Image Resolution ....................................................................................................................................... 36
Picture Quality ........................................................................................................................................... 36
Photo Mode ............................................................................................................................................... 36
Auto............................................................................................................................................................. 36
Manual......................................................................................................................................................... 36
White Balance ........................................................................................................................................... 36
EV Compensation ...................................................................................................................................... 37
Metering Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 37
ISO............................................................................................................................................................... 37
Scene Mode ............................................................................................................................................... 37
Effects ........................................................................................................................................................ 37
Off ............................................................................................................................................................. 38
Black and White ........................................................................................................................................ 38
Vivid .......................................................................................................................................................... 38
Sepia .......................................................................................................................................................... 38
Advanced Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 38
Self Timer .................................................................................................................................................. 38
Burst (Number of Pictures in Succession) ................................................................................................. 38
Self Portrait Flash Unit .............................................................................................................................. 38
Sound Effect of Shutter ............................................................................................................................. 38
Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 39
■Video Mode
Recording Videos ........................................................................................................................................ 44
Description on Menu................................................................................................................................... 45
Image Resolution ....................................................................................................................................... 45
White Balance ........................................................................................................................................... 45
Record ....................................................................................................................................................... 45
Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 46
■Review Mode
Picture.......................................................................................................................................................... 47
Video ........................................................................................................................................................... 49
Thumbnail Display ...................................................................................................................................... 49
Playing Video.............................................................................................................................................. 50
Picture Magnification Mode........................................................................................................................ 50
Audio Record .............................................................................................................................................. 51
Playing/Deleting the Audio Record............................................................................................................. 52
Playing the Audio Record ......................................................................................................................... 52
Deleting the Audio Record ........................................................................................................................ 52
Adjusting Volume ....................................................................................................................................... 53
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Description on Menu................................................................................................................................... 54
Deletion ..................................................................................................................................................... 54
Delete One ................................................................................................................................................. 54
Delete All .................................................................................................................................................. 54
Single Protection / Single Protection Remove .......................................................................................... 54
All Protection ............................................................................................................................................ 54
Remove All Protection .............................................................................................................................. 54
Slide Show ................................................................................................................................................. 54
Starting the Slide Show ............................................................................................................................. 54
Display Interval ......................................................................................................................................... 55
Repeating the Slide Show .......................................................................................................................... 55
DPOF ......................................................................................................................................................... 55
Setting Single ............................................................................................................................................ 55
Setting All .................................................................................................................................................. 55
Direct Printing ........................................................................................................................................... 55
Printing a Single Picture ............................................................................................................................ 55
Printing All Pictures .................................................................................................................................. 55
Paper Size .................................................................................................................................................. 55
Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 56
Printing Notices........................................................................................................................................... 62
■PC Mode
Removable HDD (Hard Drive) ................................................................................................................... 63
Data ............................................................................................................................................................. 64
■Video Out
■Installing the Software
Installing the Software on a PC................................................................................................................... 66
■Installing Application Programs
Installing Application Programs on a PC .................................................................................................... 68
■Appendix
Product Specifications................................................................................................................................. 72
System Requirements .................................................................................................................................. 73
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Precautions
Safety Precautions
The supplied Software CD is designed exclusively for a PC. Playing the CD on a stereo or audio CD player
may damage the player.
This is a sophisticated electronic device. Do not disassemble the unit; the inside contain high-voltage
components can cause an electrical shock or fire hazard.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not store this product in direct sunlight for long periods of time.
Precautions Before Use
Take some test shots before taking pictures.
Before using this camera for an important occasion, such as a wedding ceremony or overseas trip, first test
the camera to ensure that it functions properly. DXG is not responsible for any incidental losses (such as the
costs of photography or the loss of income from photography) incurred as the result of this product
malfunctioning, and no compensation will be provided for it.
Copyright information
All pictures taken with this digital camera must be in accordance with copyright law. When "No
Photography" restrictions are in place, it is illegal to record any live performance, improvisation, or exhibit,
even for personal use. Any transfer of pictures or memory card data must be conducted under the constraints
of copyright law.
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Monitor
Notes on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor
Be extra careful with the LCD monitor. If it is damaged and begins to leak, do the following:
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If the liquid touches the skin: wipe the skin dry with a cloth and rinse immediately with plenty of
water.
If the liquid comes in contact with eyes: rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes and seek medical advice as soon as possible.
If the liquid is accidentally swallowed: rinse the mouth with water, drink plenty of water and
induce vomiting. Seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Precautions for Operation
This product consists of intricate electrical parts. To ensure the highest possible performance, do not drop or
hit the camera.
Avoid using or storing the camera in the following locations:
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Damp or dusty places.
In sealed vehicles, in direct sunlight or in any areas with extremely high temperatures.
Turbulent or high-vibration environments.
Areas with smoke, oil fumes or steam.
Locations subject to strong magnetic fields.
Rainy or snowy environments.
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Precautions
Do not open the battery cover when the power is on.
If water has entered the camera, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries immediately.
How to maintain the camera:
If the lens, LCD monitor, or viewfinder surface is dirty, use a lens brush or soft cloth to wipe it
clean. Do not touch the lens with your fingers.
To avoid scratching the lens, LCD monitor, or viewfinder surface, do not use any hard or
abrasive object to touch the camera.
Do not use any detergents or volatile solutions to clean the camera. This may harm the camera
and/or paint. Use a soft cloth only.
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Package Contents
Please check the package contents. Please contact your dealer right away in case of any item missed.
1. Digital Camera
2. User Manual
3. Wrist Strap
4. Lens Cap
5. USB /TV-OUT
CABLE
6. Camera Leather
Case
7. Software CD
8. AA NiMH Batteries x2
with Charger
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Digital Camera Overview
Product Overview
Front View
(1) Self-timer/
Programmer/Timer
(2) Shutter Button
(3) Flash
(4) Image Sensor
(5) Viewfinder
(6) Lens
■Shutter
Press the shutter button to take photos and start video recording.
■Lens Cap
Remove the lens cape before turning on the camera. Refit the cape when the camera is powered off to
protect the lens and keep dust out.
■USB Cover
Open the USB cover, which has a slot for both USB and TV-Out cables.
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