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Thank you for purchasing this DC-1030i digital camera. Please read these operating instructions carefully in order to use the product correctly. Keep the instructions in a safe place after reading so that you can refer to them later. Disclaimer We assume no responsibility over and above the provisions of the Product Liability Law for damages suffered by the user or third parties as a result of inappropriate handling of the product or its accessories, or by their operational failure and
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Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight. 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 c
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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 unsatisfactory 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 pro
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Contents GETTING STARTED 1 USING THE ZOOM FUNCTION 22 USING THE FLASH 23 USING THIS MENU 1 USING THE MACRO 24 SCOPE OF DELIVERY 2 USING THE SELF-TIMER & BURST 25 ATTACHING THE WRIST STRAP 2 USING THE APERTURE PRIORITY 26 PARTS OF THE CAMERA 3 USING THE SHUTTER PRIORITY 26 INSERTING THE BATTERIES 5 USING THE MANUAL EXPOSURE 27 LOW BATTERY INDICATOR 5 RECORDING MOVIE CLIPS 28 ABOUT BATTERY TYPE 5 SETTING THE MOVIE SIZE 28 INSERTING THE MEMORY CARD 6 RECORDING AUDIO CLIPS 29 ABOUT CA
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PROTECTING MULTIPLE FILES 40 EDITING IMAGES 41 ROTATING STILL IMAGES 41 CHANGING THE IMAGE SIZE 41 CHANGING THE IMAGE WITH EFFECTS 42 COPYING THE FILES 42 SETTING THE DPOF 43 CHOOSING A STARTUP IMAGE 44 MAKING CONNECTIONS 45 CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A TV 45 CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A PC 46 USING THE CARD READER 46 CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A COMPUTER WITH THE USB CABLE 46 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 47 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 47 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE 48 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE DRIVER 4
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Getting Started Using This Menu Getting Started This section contains information you should know before using this camera. Basic Operation This section explains all recording features of this camera. Basic Recording This section explains how to record still images, movies, and audio files. Other Recording Functions This section explains common operations about recording images. Playback This section explains playback, delete, and edit functions of still images, movies and audio fi
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Scope of delivery Camera USB cable AV cable 2 x AA batteries Pouch Hand strap Software installation User’s Manual CD-ROM Attaching the Wrist Strap Attach the wrist strap to your camera as shown. Caution Caution Do not swing the camera around by the strap. 2
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Parts of the Camera 1. Flash ( page 23) 2. Self-timer Lamp 3. Lens 4. Microphone 5. LCD Monitor ( page 9) 6. Operation Lamp 7. Zoom Button ( page 22) See also: Thumbnail ( page 36) Playback Zoom ( page 35) 8. Playback Button ( page 13) 9. Menu Button ( page 15) 10. Mode Button ( page 13) 11. ASM Button ( page 14) See also: Delete Button ( page 37) 12. Flash Button ( page 23) 13. SET/DISP Button ( page 11) 14. Macro Button ( page 24) 3
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15. Strap Ring ( page 2) 16. Shutter Button ( page 19, 28) 17. Power Button ( page 12) 18. Speaker 19. USB/ AV Terminal ( page 18, 46) 20. Tripod Socket 21. Battery Cover ( page 5) 4
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Inserting the Batteries The camera is powered by two AA-size alkaline batteries or rechargeable Ni-MH (min. 2500 mAh / 1.2V) batteries. 1 Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow. 2 Insert the batteries. Insert two AA-size batteries with the positive (+) and negative (-) poles matching the directions indicated inside the battery room. 3 Close the battery cover. Low Battery Indicator A low battery indicator a
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Inserting the Memory Card You can use SD Card with this digital camera. The memory card slot is located beneath the battery cover, adjacent to the battery compartment. 1 Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow. 2 Insert the card. Insert the card with the label facing up and the arrow pointing in. T Tiip ps s To remove the card, gently press on the edge of the card and release it. Pull the card out and close th
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Setting the Display Language / Date & Time When using the camera for the first time after purchasing, be sure to choose a language and set the date & time before using the camera. Setting the Display Language 1 Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Setup Menu ( page 16). 2 Select [ Language]. Press or to select [LANGUAGE] then press or the SET button to launch the submenu. 3 Select a language. Press or to select a language and press or the SET button
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Setting the Date & Time 1 Turn the power on, and set the camera to the Setup Menu ( page 16). 2 Select [ Date & Time]. Press or to select [Date & Time] then press or the SET button to launch the submenu. 3 Set date and time. Press or to change the value of the cursor located. Press or to move the cursor between settings. T Tiip ps s Holding down or changes the values continuously. For date stamp setting ( page 33). 4 Apply the setting.
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Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is used to compose images while recording, adjust settings and replay images. The following indicators may appear on the LCD monitor while recording or playing back images. REC mode 1 Recording mode ( page 13) 12 Shake warning ( page 19) 2 Flash ( page 23) 13 Shutter speed ( page 19) 3 Zoom indicator ( page 22) 14 Aperture value ( page 19) 4 Shots remaining 15 Exposure ( page 32) 5 Storage media 16 Metering ( page 31) 6 Macro ( page 24) 1
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PLAYBACK mode 1 Playback mode ( page 13) 7 Battery ( page 5) 2 Protect ( page 39) 8 Captured date & time 3 Voice memo ( page 30) 9 Voice memo control ( page 30) 4 File number / Total 10 DPOF ( page 43) 5 Storage media 11 Resolution ( page 21) 6 Recording info ( page 11) Caution Caution Some information may not display correctly if you display images captured by other camera model. 10
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Changing the LCD Status Press the SET/DISP button changes the LCD status as shown below: REC mode (A) OSD on (B) Guide line (C) OSD off Tips Tips Use the “Guide line” to compose images easily before shooting images. PLAYBACK mode (D) Full OSD (E) Basic OSD Caution Caution You cannot change the LCD status in the following situation: 。 Manual exposure 。 Recording movie clips or audio files 。 Playing movie clips or audio files 。 Playing the slidesh
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Basic Operation Turning the Power On and Off 1 Press the POWER button ( ) to turn on the camera in the REC mode. The power turns on, the lens extends and the LED lights in green. Press the PLAYBACK button ( ) to turn on the camera in the PLAYBACK mode. The power turns on, and an image displays on the LCD monitor ( ). 2 Press the POWER button ( ) again to turn the power off. The power turns off, the lens retracts and the LED turns off. Tips Tips You can t
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Changing the Mode You can record images and voices in the REC mode. And using the PLAYBACK mode to replay, delete, or edit images on the LCD monitor. Switching between REC mode and PLAYBACK mode In REC mode, press the PLAYBACK button ( ) to switch to the PLAY mode. In PLAY mode, press the PLAYBACK ( ) or the MODE ( ) button to switch to the REC mode. Selecting the REC mode 1 Set the camera to the REC mode ( page 13). 2 Launch the mode palette. Press the MODE but
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Display Title Description Q Mode Allows beginners to take pictures easily. Landscape Used for the wide scenic views. Portrait Blurring the background to focus on the subject. Snow Used for the beach or snow scenes. Fireworks Slow shutter speed to take fireworks exploding. Shooting the subject while keeping the background night Night Scene scenery. Kids Take a still image to capture moving kids. Food Higher saturation makes food more appetizing. Building Enhance the e
