EYEQ Duo 2000 1. How do I download files to my computer using Mass Storage? The camera has two different modes corresponding with different transfer methods to download files. Before you connect the camera to your computer, you must install the camera driver on your PC. If you want to download the files from the camera to the PC using Mass Storage, you should set the camera mode to DSC mode. Follow the steps below to set the camera to DSC mode: 1. Turn on the camera. 2. Set the camera to Menu/Setup/Driver/DSC. 3. Turn off the camera. 4. Connect the camera to the computer. 5. Open the My Computer icon and double click on the Removable Disk drive. The files will be displayed. 6. Save the files you want. Note: Restart your computer after you install the camera driver on your PC. 2. I am having difficulties using Arcsoft Photo Impression. What should I do? The camera has two different ways to download pictures. If you are having difficulties transferring pictures, most likely you have not set the camera to the mode that corresponds with the transfer method you have selected. Camera Mode DSC Mode PC Mode Transfer Method Removable Disk Driver Arcsoft Photo Impression Follow the steps below to download pictures using Arcsoft Photo Impression: 1. Turn on the camera. 2. Set the camera to Menu/Setup/Driver/PC. 3. Turn off the camera and connect the camera to the computer. 4. Launch Arcsoft Photo Impression. 5. Click the Camera/Scanner button, then click on the drop-down list under select source and choose Concord Eye-Q Duo 2000 DC mem. 6. Click on the Acquire button. Another window will appear showing the contents (pictures) in the memory card, and options on how to handle them. 7. Select the picture you would like to view, edit or save by clicking on it. The selected image will be highlighted by a border. You may also click on Select All to choose all pictures. 8. Click on Get Photos, the pictures will then be added to your album at the bottom of the application. 9. Now you can edit, save, print or enhance your pictures using the buttons on the left hand side of the screen. Note: Make sure that you have rebooted your PC after having installed the Arcsoft Software. 3. How do I use the camera as a web camera with Net Meeting? The camera can be used as a web camera and video conferencing camera. Make sure to set the camera to PC mode to use the webcam feature. And follow the steps to set the camera to PC mode: 1. Turn on the camera. 2. Set the camera to Menu/Setup/Driver/PC. 3. Turn off the camera. After the steps above, you can use the camera as a webcam with Net Meeting. Follow the steps below to use the webcam with Net Meeting: 1. Launch the Microsoft Net Meeting 2. Connect the camera to PC. 3. Set up a call with the person you want. 4. To start the video, click on the My Video. 5. A window will pop up. Just click on the Start button, now the camera works as a webcam. 4. Why doesn't the flash fire? Ensure that the flash is set to Auto or Flash. If the batteries are weak, the flash will not be able to recharge and as a result, it is not able to fire. Please turn off the camera and wait a few seconds before turning it on again. If the flash still does not fire, please replace the batteries. 5. How can I get better battery performance for my digital camera? This camera comes with alkaline batteries. These batteries are universal, convenient, and inexpensive. These alkaline batteries do not require a special battery charger and they can be purchased anywhere. However, they are not the most efficient when it comes to power. · When power is in short supply, it is best to avoid the camera functions that consume the most power. 1. Avoid using the LCD monitor when you want to extend the battery life. 2. Using the LCD monitor consumes the most battery power. 3. Use only the viewfinder for taking pictures. 4. Turning the zoom on and off forces the zoom lens to extend and retract with each power cycle. Avoid using the zoom when possible. 5. Avoid using the flash. 6. Use an external card reader whenever possible. 7. Take advantage of external power sources whenever you can. · Use rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) batteries. Have two sets of batteries, one set in the camera and one charging or in reserve for when you need to swap them out. · Store charged spare batteries in the coolest place you can find (at or above freezing) but be sure to bring cold batteries back up to room temperature before using them. · Store and use your camera and batteries as close to room temperature as you can. Note: Rechargeable batteries often get up to two times as many shots on a fresh charge.