User manual CONCORD EYE-Q GO 2000 - Instruction Manual

ENGLISH CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on the purchase of your new camera. Your camera has been carefully engineered and manufactured to give you dependable operation. Read this manual before operating the camera to become more familiar with it. This manual has been written and formatted with depth and detail so that you can easily follow the instructions to maximize the features of your camera. 1 Table of Contents Important Information ......................................................................................4 Precautions ......................................................................................................5 Camera Features ..............................................................................................6 System Requirements ......................................................................................7 1. The Camera Overview of your Concord Eye-Q Go 2000......................................................8 Loading the Battery ........................................................................................9 Turning the Camera On and Off ....................................................................10 LCD Menu Screens ..........................................................................................11 LCD Status Messages......................................................................................15 Turning the LCD On and Off ..........................................................................16 Camera Ready LED Status ..............................................................................16 Camera Memory ..............................................................................................17 Slide switch ....................................................................................................19 2. Camera Mode Taking Images ................................................................................................20 Main Menu ....................................................................................................20 Mode ..........................................................................................................21 Video Clips ............................................................................................21 Self-timer................................................................................................22 Size ............................................................................................................23 Quality ......................................................................................................24 Flash ..........................................................................................................25 EV ..............................................................................................................26 WB (White Balance) ..................................................................................27 Scene ........................................................................................................28 Brightness ................................................................................................29 Setup ........................................................................................................30 Digital Zoom ..................................................................................................34 2 3. Review Mode Enlargement ..................................................................................................35 Viewing Video Clips ......................................................................................35 Main Menu ....................................................................................................36 Delete ........................................................................................................36 Thumbnail..................................................................................................38 4. Software Installation Installing the Camera Drivers and ArcSoft Applications ................................39 5. Transferring Photos to the Computer Connecting the Camera to the Computer ......................................................40 TWAIN/WDM Drivers (PC) ..........................................................................41 Mass Storage Mode (DSC)........................................................................42 Unplugging the camera from the computer ............................................43 ArcSoft PhotoImpression (PC) ..................................................................44 6. Other Features ArcSoft VideoImpression (PC) ........................................................................45 Web Camera ..................................................................................................46 TV Mode ........................................................................................................47 7. Camera Maintenance Cleaning the camera ......................................................................................50 8. Tips and Troubleshooting ..............................................................................51 9. Camera Specifications ....................................................................................55 3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION FCC INFORMATION FCC WARNING: This equipment meets the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules. Only the cable supplied with the camera should be used. Operation with other cables is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception and could void the user's authorization to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: · This device may not cause harmful interference. · This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Tested To Comply With FCC Standards for HOME OR OFFICE USE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user's authority to operate this equipment. USER INFORMATION NOTE: 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 on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 4 VCCI INFORMATION This is a Class B product, to be used in a domestic environment, based on the Technical Requirement of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) from Information Technology Equipment. If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Please install and use the equipment according to this instruction manual. PRECAUTIONS Be sure to observe the following precautions when using the camera: · Do not open the case of the camera or attempt your own repairs. Always leave this service to authorized repair facilities. · Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and never let it get wet. Never use outdoors when it is raining or snowing. · Should foreign matter or water get into the unit, immediately turn the power off and contact your local authorized service center. · Physical damage and malfunction of this unit can cause the image data stored in its memory to be deleted. Be sure to always keep backup copies of data by transferring them to a personal computer. · Under the environment with electrostatic discharge, the camera may malfunction and require the user to reset the camera. · Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class B FCC limits. · Do not leave the camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures, such as in a closed vehicle or in direct sunlight. · Remove the battery when camera is not used for long periods of time. · Use a 3V CR123 lithium battery only. · Dispose of the battery in a manner that complies with applicable laws. · Do not place the camera in unstable locations where the camera may fall and be damaged. · Do not press on the lens. · Do not unplug the camera from the TV or computer while the camera is in operation; otherwise, the memory may be corrupted. · Do not turn the power off or open the battery compartment when the LED is blinking or lit up; otherwise, the image may not be stored. 5 Camera Features · Stores approximately 8 Fine, 15 Normal or 27 Economy (1600 x 1200 pixels) mode photos with 7MB internal memory · Virtually unlimited storage using the removable MultiMediaCard (MMC) or Secure Digital (SD). (MMC/SD memory cards are sold separately). · 1.6" Color LCD · USB connection and cable · TV connection (NTSC and PAL) · Built-in automatic flash · Focus free from 4 feet (1.2 meters) to infinity · 1600 x 1200 pixel output (2.0 Megapixels) · TV On Screen Display (OSD) menu · Up to 4X Digital Zoom · Slide switch with Macro (Close-up photography), Indoor (Auto Flash) and Distant (No Flash) modes · EV Compensation · Preset Scene Selection · Video Clip Mode · Web Camera (Windows only) · Mass Storage Driver · Self-timer · Tripod socket · Multi-language support 6 System Requirements PC: · Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000 and XP · IBM PC/AT or compatible, 200 Mhz or higher · Minimum 32MB RAM (64MB recommended) · USB Port · 640 x 480 monitor, minimum 16 bit color (1024 x 768 24 bit color recommended) · 175MB free hard disk space · 56K or faster modem, ISDN or LAN connection (for the Web Camera feature only) · CD-ROM drive Macintosh: · Mac OS 9 or higher · Macintosh Power PC or higher, Minimum 64MB of RAM · USB Port · 100MB of available Hard Disk Space 7 1. The Camera Overview of Your Concord Eye-Q Go 2000 FRONT/TOP 1. Shutter Button 2. Rotary Switch 3. Neck/Wrist Strap Mount 4. Viewfinder 5. Flash Sensor 6. Flash 7. Self-timer LED 8. Lens 9. Slide Switch 1 2 4 5 6 7 3 8 9 BACK/BOTTOM 10. Camera Ready LED 11. LCD 12. USB/TV Out Ports 13. Tripod Socket 14. Viewfinder 15. Navigation Button 16. Power Button 17. LCD On/Off Button 18. OK Button 19. Menu Button 20. Battery Door 14 10 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 8 Loading the Battery The camera uses one 3V CR123 lithium battery. Loading the Battery: 1. Locate the battery door on the bottom of the camera. 2. Slide the battery door outwards, as indicated by the arrow and lift the battery door to open. (fig.1.1) 3. Insert the 3V CR123 lithium battery with the positive terminal (+) toward the inside of the battery compartment. 4. Close the battery door, press down on it and slide it towards the center of the camera until it snaps into place. fig.1.1 fig.1.2 Note: Remove the batteries from the Concord Eye-Q Go 2000 if the camera will not be used for an extended period of time to prevent corrosion or battery leaks. Checking the Battery The camera has a battery indicator that shows the current battery level. FULL Batteries are full and ready to use. LOW Batteries are low and need to be replaced soon. 9 Turning the Camera on and off To turn the camera on and off: 1. Press the On/Off button for a few seconds. The camera will beep when it is turned on. 2. To turn the camera off, press the On/Off button for a few seconds. fig.1.3 fig.1.4 Note: Please peel off the thin protective plastic film on the LCD before use. 10 LCD Menu Screens MODE Video Clip Self-timer Main Menu IMAGE SIZE 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 640 x 480 OK MENU IMAGE SIZE Main Menu MAIN MENU M Mode OK MENU Size Quality Flash QUALITY Fine Normal Economy OK MENU FLASH A Auto QUALITY Main Menu Flash Flash Off OK MENU OK MENU FLASH Main Menu OK MENU 11 LCD Menu Screens ­ EXPOSURE VALUE + WB AWB Sunny Fluorescent OK MENU MAIN MENU + ­ WB WB Tungsten Main Menu EV WB S Scene Brightness OK MENU SCENE Of f Of f OK MENU ­ Brightness + 12 LCD Menu Screens 15S 30S 60S 90S None MAIN MENU Setup Exit SETUP Time-out Driver TV PlayLogo 60S DSC PAL Off PC DSC NTSC PAL SETUP Language Default F Language English Français OK MENU Format Main Menu Language Español Deutsch Italiano OK MENU Format This operation will delete all images No Yes 13 LCD Menu Screens DELETE DELETE Delete One Delete All Main Menu THIS FILE? No Yes DELETE ALL FILES? No MAIN MENU Delete Thumbnail Brightness Exit Yes ­ Brightness + 14 LCD Status Messages Messages on the LCD indicate if the memory is full or if there is a problem with the memory. 1. MEMORY CARD IS FULL: The memory card is full. MEMORY CARD FULL! 2. INTERNAL MEMORY IS FULL: The internal memory is full. INTERNAL MEMORY FULL 3. ERROR: The camera's internal memory or the MMC/SD may be corrupted. Please format the memory. (P.33) ERROR! 15 Turning the LCD On and Off By default, the LCD automatically turns on when the camera is powered on. Press to turn the LCD on or off. A 1600 AWB 005/080 Using the Display ON/OFF Button: 1. Press once to turn the LCD icons off. 2. Press again to turn the LCD off. 3. Press to turn the LCD on. A Camera Ready LED Status When the Camera Ready LED is: 1. Steady The camera is in capture mode. Please hold the camera steady during this time; otherwise, the image may come out blurry. (fig.1.5) fig.1.5 2. Blinking The flash is recharging or the camera is in storage mode. You may move the camera in this mode. (fig.1.5) Note: Do not open the battery door or turn the power off while the Camera Ready LED is steady or blinking; otherwise, the images or video clips in the camera may be damaged. 16 Camera Memory The Concord Eye-Q Go 2000 can store files in one of two ways using either the camera's 7MB internal memory or the removable MMC/SD. Memory cards are sold separately and can be purchased from major electronic or computer retailers. When the MMC/SD is inserted, the images and video clips stored in the internal memory will be transferred automatically onto the memory card. LCD No Default Memory MMC/SD Internal Memory (7MB) Note: If a MMC/SD with insufficient memory is inserted, there will only be a partial transfer and the memory card will be filled. Please insert a memory card with sufficient memory, or delete images. Please refer to the Deleting Files section for instruction. (P. 36) The files that were not transferred will remain in the internal memory. When the camera's internal memory or the MMC/SD is full, you will need to delete images to continue to take pictures, or insert a new MMC/SD memory card. Please refer to the Deleting Photos section for instructions. Note: There may be available storage space by using a lower photo quality setting. Refer to the QUALITY section to select a lower quality setting on P. 24. 17 Using the MultiMediaCard or the Secure Digital Memory Card Inserting the memory card: 1. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the camera. 2. Slide the battery door away from the camera body and lift the battery door to open. 3. Insert the MMC or SD memory card as indicated by the arrow. (fig.1.6) fig.1.6 4. Close the battery door. Press down on it and slide it towards the center of the camera until it snaps into place. Note: Please use MMC/SD memory cards with 16 MB of storage or higher. Note: If the internal memory or the MMC/SD is corrupted, the LCD will display Error! The memory needs to be formatted. Please format all files to continue. (P. 33) Note: MMC/SD memory cards are sold separately and can be purchased from major electronic or computer retailers. The cost will vary depending on the size of the memory card. 18 SLIDE SWITCH The camera has a Slide Switch that has 3 image taking modes: macro ( ), portrait ( ) and distant ( ). The current flash setting is displayed in the upper left corner of the LCD. Slide Switch Position Macro ( ) Flash Status Auto Flash ( A) Conditions Use this option to take close-up photography. Use this option in variable lighting conditions. The camera will automatically detect when the flash is needed. Use this option in outdoor or bright light conditions. Distance from subject 2.2ft. (0.65m) to 4.7ft. (1.4m) 4.7ft. (1.4m) to 10.8ft. (3.2m) Portrait ( ) Auto Flash ( A) Distant ( ) No Flash ( ) 4.7ft. (1.4m) to infinity Using the slide switch: 1. Position the Slide switch towards the macro ( ), portrait ( ) or distant ( ) icon until the switch clicks into place. (fig.2.7) 2. To ensure accurate focus, refer to the chart above to make sure that the subject is within the distance range in the mode that you selected. fig.2.7 Note: The default flash mode is set by the Slide Switch. To manually override the slide switch flash mode, the setting must be changed on the Flash menu on the LCD. Please refer to p. 25 for further information. 19 2. Camera Mode Taking Images: 1. Set the camera to Camera Mode by moving the Mode Switch to . 2. Position the subject in the viewfinder OR the LCD. (fig.2.1) 3. Gently press the Shutter button (fig.2.2) and keep the camera still until the camera ready LED next to the viewfinder flashes. (fig.2.3) 4. When the image has been captured, the camera ready LED next to the viewfinder begins to blink. This indicates that the image is being processed. 5. A preview of the image will be displayed on the A LCD for 1 second and the file counter number displayed in the LCD will be updated. fig.2.1 fig.2.2 fig.2.3 MAIN MENU 1. In Camera Mode, press MENU. 2. Press or to toggle between the options. 3. Press to view the sub-menu of the selected option. 4. If you would like to exit any menu, press until Main Menu is highlighted and press to return to the Main Menu. OR 5. Press MENU to return to picture taking mode. MAIN MENU M Mode Size Quality Flash 20 MODE - VIDEO CLIPS MAIN MENU M Mode MODE Video Clip Self-timer Main Menu Size Quality Flash Taking Video Clips: 1. When Video Clip is highlighted in the MODE menu, press . 2. Press the Shutter button to begin recording a continuous video clip. (fig.2.4) 3. Press the Shutter button again to stop recording. (fig.2.5) OR 4. The camera will continue recording until the memory is almost full. 5. When the recording is completed, the camera will return to picture taking mode. SHUTTER TO ·REC MENU TO CANCEL fig.2.4 ·REC SHUTTER TO STOP fig.2.5 Note: To view your video clips on your computer, please complete all the steps in the Software Installation section. (P. 39) A Note: The camera ready LED will blink rapidly when the camera is storing the video clip. Do not open the battery door or turn the camera off while the LED is blinking, or the video clip may not be stored. Note: To exit video clip mode before beginning to record, press MENU to return to the Main Menu. 21 MODE - SELF-TIMER MAIN MENU M Mode MODE Video Clip A Size Quality Flash + Self-timer Main Menu Self-timer: 1. Highlight Self-timer in the MODE menu, then press . (fig.2.6) 2. Use the and to highlight Off or On. 3. Press OK to select. 4. Position the subject in the viewfinder or LCD. 5. Press the Shutter button. 6. The camera ready LED and the self-timer LED will blink for 10 seconds and then the image will be captured. SELF-TIMER Self-timer Off On fig.2.6 Note: The self-timer is automatically deactivated once the image is taken. 22 A SIZE MAIN MENU M Mode IMAGE SIZE 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 640 x 480 OK MENU Size Quality Flash 1. In the SIZE menu, press or to toggle between 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960 and 640 x 480 pixels. 2. Press OK to select the size and press MENU to return to picture taking mode. Image Quality Fine Normal Economy Images taken with 7MB (approx.) 1600 x 1200 8 15 27 1280 x 960 14 33 54 640 x 480 28 66 114 Note: The selected option will be marked by ( · ). 23 QUALITY MAIN MENU M Mode QUALITY Fine Normal Economy OK MENU Size Quality Flash 1. In the QUALITY menu, press or to toggle between Fine, Normal and Economy. 2. Press OK to select the quality mode and press MENU to return to picture taking mode. Fine Image Size JPEG ratios 1600 x 1200 5.1:1 Normal 1280 x 960 12:1 Economy 640 x 480 24:1 Note: The selected option will be marked by ( · ). 24 AA FLASH MAIN MENU M Mode FLASH A Auto Size Quality Flash Flash Flash Off OK MENU This feature enables the camera to override the flash mode that is set by the Slide Switch. In the flash mode, there are 3 flash options: Auto ( Off ( ). Flash Option Auto ( A) A ), Flash ( ) or Flash Distance from subject 3.9ft (1.2m) to 8.5ft (2.5m) 3.9ft (1.2m) to 8.5ft (2.5m) ) 3.9ft (1.2m) to infinity Lighting Condition Use this option in variable lighting conditions. The camera will automatically detect when the flash is needed. Use this option in backlight or low light conditions. The flash will work in bright and dark conditions. Use this option in outdoor or bright light conditions. Flash ( ) Flash Off ( 1. In the FLASH menu, press or to choose between Auto ( A ), A Flash ( ), and Flash Off ( ). 2. Press OK to select the flash mode and press MENU to exit. 3. Position the subject in the camera. 4. Take the image. 5. The flash mode will return to the default setting on the Slide Switch. Note: The selected option will be marked by ( · ). A Note: The flash may need time to recharge between images. While it is charging the camera ready LED blinks. When it stops blinking you are ready to take another picture. If the batteries are low, the flash will not work. Please insert fresh batteries. 25 EV - EXPOSURE VALUE MAIN MENU + ­ WB EV WB ­ EXPOSURE VALUE + S Scene Brightness 1. In the EV menu, press or 0, +0.5, +1.0, +1.5 and +2.0. 2. Press MENU to exit. to toggle between ­2.0, -1.5, -1.0, -0.5, (+) (­) Use this setting for scenes with low light conditions. Use this setting for scenes with bright light conditions. 26 WB (WHITE BALANCE) MAIN MENU + ­ WB WB AWB Sunny Fluorescent OK MENU EV WB S Scene Brightness 1. In the WB (WHITE BALANCE) menu, press or to choose between AWB, Sunny, Fluorescent or Tungsten. 2. Press OK to select the white balance mode and press MENU to exit. White Balance Option Auto White Balance Sunny Fluorescent Tungsten Explanation The camera will automatically choose the white balance setting. To be used outdoors with sufficient sunlight. To be used indoors with fluorescent light conditions. To be used indoors with tungsten light conditions. 27 PRESET SCENE SELECTION MAIN MENU + ­ WB SCENE EV WB Of f Of f OK MENU S Scene Brightness 1. In the Scene menu, press or to choose between Party/Indoor, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Night Landscape, Fireworks and Off. 2. Press OK to select the scene mode and press MENU to exit. Party/Indoor Beach/Snow Night Landscape Use this mode in to capture the details of candlelit scenes or other indoor background light conditions. Use this mode to capture the details in high glare scenes such as snow or shining water. A slow shutter speed is used to capture the lights in night scenes. A Photography Tip: With the slow shutter speed there is a A possibility of subject blur due to camera movement. To reduce blurring, you may do the following: 1. Set your camera to Night Landscape mode. 2. Place your camera on a tripod or sturdy surface area. 3. Set the camera to self-timer mode. 4. Press the shutter button. This mode captures the deep hues and color variations in sunsets and sunrises. Use this mode to capture the burst of light from fireworks with a slower shutter speed. - Due to the slower shutter speed, place the camera on a tripod for better picture quality. A Sunset Fireworks A A 28 BRIGHTNESS MAIN MENU + ­ WB EV WB ­ Brightness + S Scene Brightness Use this option to change the LCD brightness. 1. In the BRIGHTNESS menu, press or to toggle between the options. A A 2. Press MENU to exit. 29 SETUP MAIN MENU Setup Exit SETUP Time-out Driver TV PlayLogo 60S DSC PAL Off Using the SETUP menu: 1. Use or to toggle between the options. 2. When the option is highlighted, use to change the setting. 3. Press to select and scroll to the next option or press MENU to exit. Setup Option Time-out Driver Selection Options 15, 30, 60, 90 None PC Explanation Sets the automatic power off option. Deactivates the automatic power off option. WDM/TWAIN Driver. Use this mode when using ArcSoft PhotoImpression, ArcSoft VideoImpression, NetMeeting or other video conferencing software. Mass Storage mode. Use this mode to view your images and video clips using the Mass Storage driver. Sets the mode the camera needs to adapt to your TV. Turns the start up animation on or off. Sets the language in your camera. DSC TV Play Logo Language NTSC PAL On/Off , English, Français, Español, Deutsch, Italiano Default Format Sets all camera settings to the factory default. Formats the internal memory or the MMC/SD by deleting all files. 30 TIME-OUT To extend battery life, the camera will automatically power off after 60 seconds of inactivity. Use this option to change the default setting. SETUP Time-out Driver TV PlayLogo 60S DSC PAL Off DRIVER Please refer to the Transferring Files to the Computer section on P. 39 for further information. SETUP Language Default F Format TV Please refer to the TV Mode section on P. 47 for further information. Main Menu PLAY LOGO Use this option to activate or deactivate the animation that appears on the LCD when the camera is powered on. LANGUAGE Use this option to change the language setting in your camera. All menus and messages will be displayed in the selected language. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press to highlight Language. Press to enter its submenu. Press or to highlight the language of your choice. Press OK to select. Press or to highlight No or Yes. Press OK to select and to return to the Main Menu. 31 DEFAULT To set your camera to its default settings: 1. When the Default option is highlighted, press 2. The camera will reset to the factory defaults. 3. Press MENU to exit. Mode Size Quality EV White Balance Scene Brightness Time-out Driver TV Play Logo Language . Default Setting 1600 x 1200 Fine 0( AWB Off 3( 60 PC NTSC Off English ) ) Note: The default version for TV mode will vary depending on the country where the camera was purchased. 32 FORMAT Formatting deletes all files. Use this option to format the internal memory or the MMC/SD. To format the: · Internal memory ­ The MMC/SD card must not be in the camera. · MMC/SD ­ Insert the MMC/SD into the camera. 1. When the Format option is highlighted, press to enter its submenu. 2. Press or to highlight No or Yes. 3. Press OK to select. 4. If Yes is selected, ALL FILES will be deleted. 5. If No is selected, no change will be made, and you will return to the Main Menu. Note: If ERROR! is displayed on the LCD screen, this means that the internal memory or the memory in the MMC/SD is corrupted. Please format the memory to continue. 33 Digital Zoom The camera can use up to 4x Digital Zoom to take images. Using the Digital Zoom: 1. In Camera mode, press ( T ) to zoom into the subject. 2. Press ( W ) to zoom out and to return to normal mode. Size 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 640 x 480 Max. Zoom 4x 4x No Zoom 34 A 3. REVIEW MODE In review mode, you can review your captured images and video clips through the LCD. Using REVIEW mode: 1. Slide the Mode Switch towards . 2. Press or to scroll through each file. File Type Image Video Clip Format JPG AVI Enlargement (JPG) When viewing images, you may use enlargement to zoom into the stored image. JPEG To use Enlargement: 1. While viewing a JPG file, press OK to view the file in 2x Enlargement Mode. 2. Press OK to enter 4x Enlargement mode. 3. Press OK to return to normal viewing mode. Note: In 2x and 4x enlargement mode, press 005/080 to navigate in the image. Size 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 640 x 480 Max. Enlargement 4x 4x No Enlargement Viewing Video Clips (AVI) To view video clips: 1. Press OK to play the video clip. AVI Press OK Play AVI 005/080 35 MAIN MENU To use the MAIN MENU in Review Mode: 1. Press MENU to enter the MAIN MENU. 2. Use or to toggle between the options. 3. When the option is highlighted press to enter its submenu. 4. If you would like to exit any menu, press until Exit or Main Menu is highlighted to return to the previous menu. A OR 5. Press MENU to exit. MAIN MENU Delete Thumbnail Brightness Exit DELETE DELETE Delete One Delete All Main Menu DELETE THIS FILE? No Yes To delete one file from the internal memory: 1. When Delete One is highlighted in the DELETE menu, press . 2. The next screen will read " This File?" Press or to highlight No A or Yes. Press OK to select. 3. If Yes is selected, the file will be deleted. 4. If No is selected, no change will be made, and you will return to the Main Menu. 36 DELETE DELETE Delete One Delete All Main Menu DELETE ALL FILES? No Yes To delete ALL files from the internal memory: 1. When Delete All is highlighted in the DELETE menu, press . 2. The next screen will read "All Files?" Press or to highlight No or Yes. Press OK to select. 3. If Yes is selected, ALL FILES will be deleted. 4. If No is selected, no change will be made, and you will return to the Main Menu. To Delete Files from the MMC/SD: 1. Insert the MMC/SD into the camera. 2. Follow the steps above. A A Note: Once images have been deleted, you will not be able to recover them. 37 THUMBNAIL MAIN MENU Delete Thumbnail Brightness Exit A A To view files in Thumbnail mode: 1. When Thumbnail is highlighted in the Main Menu, press enter the Thumbnail mode. 2. Use to navigate between all of the stored files. 3. Press OK to view the selected file. to BRIGHTNESS Please refer to the Brightness section on P. 29. 38 4. Software Installation NOTE: Do not connect the camera to your computer before the camera drivers and software installation is completed. Installing the Camera Drivers and ArcSoft Applications: 1. Insert the CD-ROM included in your camera's packaging into your computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. The installation screen will appear on the computer monitor. Click on "Software Installation" to start the installation process. 3. Follow the software installation instructions on your screen to complete the ArcSoft applications and camera drivers installation. NOTE: If your computer has the CD-ROM automatic installation disabled, click on START. Select MY COMPUTER and locate the CD-ROM Drive. Double click on the CD-ROM Drive icon to show its contents. Double-click on the file named SETUP.EXE and follow the instructions on your screen. Note for Mac users: It is not necessary to install the software in the CD-Rom. Please refer to p.42-43 for instructions on how to use the Mass Storage feature. 39 5. Transferring Files to the Computer You can view and store the files you have captured with the camera using your PC. To download the files for viewing, you must first install the software that comes with your camera. Connecting the Camera to the Computer: 1. Plug the rectangular end of the USB cable that is included with the Concord Eye-Q Go 2000 into your PC's USB port. (fig.5.1) 2. Open the Cable Connection panel on the Concord Eye-Q Go 2000, by lifting the door and then sliding the door out. 3. Plug the square end of the USB cable into the USB connector located inside the Cable Connection panel. fig.5.1 40 Windows Only TWAIN/WDM Drivers (PC Mode) This mode allows you to take video clips on your computer and to use the camera as a web camera. You may also use this mode to view your images with ArcSoft PhotoImpression. MAIN MENU Setup Exit SETUP Time-out Driver TV PlayLogo 60S PC PAL Off Setting PC Mode in your camera: 1. Turn the camera on. 2. In the Setup menu, press until Driver is highlighted. 3. Press to change the setting to PC. 4. Turn the camera off. 5. Connect the camera to the computer. 41 Note for Windows users: If switching between PC and DSC mode, please unplug your camera from the computer first. Mass Storage (DSC) This mode allows the camera to become an external hard disk drive (DSC) and you may view or download images and video clips stored in your camera's internal memory or MMC/SD memory card onto your computer. MAIN MENU Setup Exit SETUP Time-out 60S DSC PAL Off + Driver TV PlayLogo Setting Mass Storage in your camera: 1. Turn the camera on. 2. In the Setup menu, press until Driver is highlighted. 3. Press to change the setting to DSC. 4. Turn the camera off. 5. Connect the camera to the computer. 6. Open My Computer to locate the removable disk drive that contains the files in your camera's internal memory or MMC/SD. 7. Double-click on the image or video clip that you would like to view and windows will automatically open the file with the required software. (eg. Microsoft Photo Editor or Windows Media Player.) Note: Please refer to your computer's documentation for more information on the location of the USB port. Note: To view your video clips in your computer please complete all the steps in the Software Installation section on p. 39. Note: If an AVI file cannot be viewed on a computer that does not have the camera drivers installed, please download and install DirectX from www.microsoft.com. 42 For Mac Users: 1. Set your camera to DSC Mode. 2. Connect your camera to the computer. 3. After a few moments, the external hard drive will appear on the desktop. 4. Open the "untitled" removable drive that is on your desktop and open DCIM to view your files. 5. Click on the file that you would like to view. Unplugging the camera from the computer For Windows ME/2000/XP: 1. Click once on the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" icon on the right hand side of your task bar. (fig.5.2) fig.5.2 2. If the camera is in PC Driver mode, select "Stop Concord Eye-Q Go 2000 USB Driver V 0.1." OR If the camera is in DSC Driver mode, select "Stop Concord Eye-Q Go 2000 USB Mass Storage Device." 3. Click [OK] in the "Safe to Remove Hardware" prompt. 4. Unplug the USB from the camera. (fig.5.2) For Mac: 1. Drag the "untitled" removable drive icon on the desktop to the Trash. 2. Unplug the USB cable from the camera. Note for Mac users: For better performance, please use the USB port located in the back of your computer. 43 Windows Only Using ArcSoft PhotoImpression (PC Mode) 1. Set the camera to PC Driver mode. 2. Connect the camera to the computer. 3. Launch ArcSoft PhotoImpression software by clicking on StartPrograms-ArcSoft Camera Suite and choose PhotoImpression from the application list on your screen. (fig.5.3) 4. Click on the [Camera/Scanner] fig.5.3 button. (fig.5.3 a) 5. Click on the drop-down list under SELECT SOURCE and choose Concord Eye-Q Go 2000. (fig.5.3 b) 6. Click on the Camera/Scanner Icon.(fig.5.3 c) A second window will appear showing the contents (pictures) of your camera's memory, and options on how to handle them. (fig.5.3 d) 7. Select the picture(s) you want to retrieve, by pressing the Ctrl key on your keyboard and clicking once on each thumbnail. OR Click on Edit-Select All. Click on Acquire and all pictures will be transferred. (fig.5.3 e) OR Click on Edit-File Transfer. The pictures just retrieved will be placed as thumbnails on the bottom of your application window. To open them, double-click on the thumbnail. (fig.5.3 f ) You are now ready to print, store or further enhance your pictures. Refer to ArcSoft's Software Guide for a tutorial on all the features PhotoImpression offers. 44 6. Other Features Windows Only Using ArcSoft VideoImpression (PC Mode) The Concord Eye-Q Go 2000 has the ability to capture live video clips on your computer by using the ArcSoft VideoImpression software. To Capture Video Clips on the Computer: 1. Set the camera to PC Driver mode. 2. Connect the camera to the computer. 3. Launch the ArcSoft VideoImpression software by clicking on StartPrograms-ArcSoft Camera Suite and choose VideoImpression from the application list on your screen. 4. Click on the NEW icon. 5. Click on the CAPTURE icon. Note: If the video is not displayed, select "Concord Eye-Q Go 2000 Video Clips" in the Driver List and click on the Live icon to view live video. Recording Video Clips: 1. Follow steps 1-5 above. 2. Click on the RECORD icon. To stop recording, press the ESC button on your keyboard or click the PAUSE icon on your screen. To save your video, simply click on the SAVE icon and follow the onscreen instructions. To edit, manipulate or create video clips using all the features that VideoImpression offers, refer to ArcSoft's software guide for further instructions. 45 Windows Only Web Camera (PC Mode) You may also use the Concord Eye-Q Go 2000 as a web camera and a video conferencing camera. It will work with many popular video conferencing software titles. Using the camera as a Web Camera: 1. Set the camera to PC Driver mode. 2. Connect the camera to the computer. 3. Launch Microsoft NetMeeting software. 4. To start the video, click on the start video icon. 5. Follow the NetMeeting on-screen instructions, or refer to NetMeeting's Help section. NOTE: If you do not have NetMeeting already installed on your computer, please visit www.microsoft.com for instructions on how to obtain a copy. 46 TV Mode The camera allows you to view individual files and record clips on the television. To begin, check your television documentation to determine what video standard you should set your camera to either NTSC or PAL. MAIN MENU Setup Exit SETUP Time-out 60S DSC NTSC Off + Driver TV PlayLogo Changing the TV Mode setting: 1. In the Setup menu press until TV is highlighted 2. Press to change the setting to NTSC or PAL. Connecting to the television: 1. Connect the AV cable into the jack marked VIDEO or VIDEO IN on your television. 2. Turn on your television. 3. Set the television to video mode according to the instructions in the owner's manual. (This is usually channel 3, 4 or AV). 4. Turn the camera on by pressing the Power button. 5. Connect the other end of the cable into the VIDEO port located underneath the cable connection panel. (fig.6.1) fig.6.1