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Table of Contents 1 Getting Started....................................................................................................... - 1 - Package Contents................................................................................................... - 1 - System Requirements............................................................................................. - 2 - Safety Tips...................................................................................................
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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 ..
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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 Soft Case Strap 2 x AA Batteries Installation CD Quick Start Booklet – - 1 - –
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Getting Started System Requirements* Windows: ® ® • Intel Pentium II 266 MHz or better ® • 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. ** Onl
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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 reas
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Getting Started Camera Components Front Shutter Viewfinder button Self-timer indicator Flash Microphone Battery Lens cover Mode Rear switch Power LED indicator button Zoom buttons Viewfinder 4-Way, Multi- function buttons LCD (LEFT, RIGHT, UP, DOWN) SET, MENU and DISP buttons Side USB port TV Out port DC In port – - 4 - –
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Getting Started Using the Accessories Attaching the Wrist Strap Attach the wrist strap to your camera as shown in the illustration to the right. 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. – - 5 - –
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2 Preparing to Take Pictures Installing the Batteries The camera is powered by two AA-size alkaline batteries or rechargeable NiMH (min. 550 mAh / 1.2V) batteries (available separately). Follow these instructions to insert batteries into the camera. 1. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow. 2. Swing the battery cover open. 3. Insert two AA-size alkaline batteries with the positive (+) and negative (–) poles matching the directions indicated inside the batter
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Preparing to Take Pictures Low Battery Indicator The low battery indicator on the LCD screen means that the batteries are nearly exhausted. Batteries should be replaced when you see the low battery indicator. NOTES: • Do not use manganese batteries. Manganese batteries cannot supply sufficient power to support camera operation. • Replace all batteries at the same time. Never mix old and new batteries. • Remove batteries from the camera if you do not plan on us
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Preparing to Take Pictures Setting the Date and Time 1. Turn on the camera. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the RIGHT button to select the SETUP menu. 4. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select the Date & Time option. 5. Press the RIGHT button to enter the Date & Time submenu. 6. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to change the values. 7. Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to advance to the next field. 8. Change the date style setting if desired. 9. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to selec
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Preparing to Take Pictures TV Out Settings Your camera can be connected to a TV as described in Chapter 6 Making Connections. Connecting to a TV allows you to preview photos and video clips on the television screen. TV Out should be set to either NTSC or PAL depending on your region. The default setting varies according to the country of purchase. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the RIGHT button to select the SETUP menu. 4. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to se
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Preparing to Take Pictures Setting the Power Save Function To save battery power, your camera can be set to turn itself off after 1, 3 (default), or 5 minutes of inactivity. The period can be set in the SETUP menu. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the RIGHT button to select the SETUP menu. 4. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select the Power Save option. 5. Press the RIGHT button to enter the Power Save submenu 6. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select 1, 2
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Preparing to Take Pictures SD Memory Cards The SD memory card slot is located beneath the battery cover, adjacent to the battery compartment. Inserting 1. Slide the battery cover open. 2. Slide the SD card into the slot as shown. 3. Close the battery compartment. Removing 1. Slide the battery cover open. 2. Push and release the SD card. It will eject part way from the slot. 3. Pull the SD card from the slot. 4. Close the battery cover. When a memory card is inserted, an icon
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Preparing to Take Pictures Camera Mode Setting Your camera can be set in various modes for different situations. Photo Mode In Photo mode, the camera automatically adjusts exposure and white balance to suit the shooting environment. Playback Mode In Playback mode you can review, erase, and protect photos and video clips. Video Mode Your camera can record video clips with audio in Video mode. White balance and exposure can be set before recording a video clip. NOTE: Wh
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3 Taking Pictures Previewing a Picture Preview photos on the LCD screen before pressing the shutter button. 1. Turn on the camera. 2. The LED indicator next to the viewfinder flashes green. 3. Select Photo mode. 4. The image automatically appears on the LCD screen together with information about current camera settings. Taking a Picture 1. Turn the camera on and make sure it is in Photo mode. 2. Capture the photo by pressing the shutter button down until the camera beeps. 3. The phot
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Taking Pictures Setting Image Quality and Resolution 1. Turn on the camera and press the MENU button. 2. Use the UP or DOWN keys to select Resolution from the REC Menu. 3. Press the RIGHT key to enter the Resolution submenu. 4. Use the UP or DOWN keys to select a resolution from the list. 2048 x 1536 (Large) 1600 x 1200 (Medium 1) 1024 x 768 (Medium 2) 640 x 480 (Small) 5. Press SET to save your setting. The camera returns to Photo mode. 6. Press Menu again to return to REC
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Taking Pictures Using the Zoom Function Your camera has a combination of optical and digital zoom functions that allow you to zoom in on far away subjects or zoom out for a wide angle shot. The optical zoom is achieved by mechanically adjusting the lens of the camera. The digital zoom enlarges or shrinks the image using a software process. Press W to zoom out Press T to zoom in for a wide angle shot for a telephoto shot (subject appears (subject appears further away). closer).
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Taking Pictures Using the Flash Pressing the flash button cycles your camera through the various flash modes. A symbol appears on the LCD screen to indicate the flash mode. The flash cannot be used in Flash Video mode. Button The following list describes each flash mode. Automatic – Flash fires when conditions require extra lighting. Always on – Flash fires every time you take a photo, regardless of lighting conditions. RedEye – Flash strobes to let the subject’s eyes adjust
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Taking Pictures Using Different Metering Options There are 3 different light metering options available on your camera. Auto Metering automatically selects the best exposure for you, Multi Metering selects an exposure based on readings from multiple points in the subject area and Spot Metering selects an exposure based on a single reading taken from the center of your picture. 1. Turn the camera on, select Photo mode and press the MENU button. 2. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to select th
