CONTENTS ENGLISH ..................................................................................................1 FRANÇAIS ..............................................................................................23 DEUTSCH................................................................................................45 ITALIANO ................................................................................................67 ESPAÑOL................................................................................................89 PORTUGUÊS ..........................................................................................111 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 and obtain the performance that will bring you continued enjoyment for many years. This manual has been written and formatted with such depth and detail so you can maximize the features of your camera, yet easily follow the instructions. 1 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 a qualified technician for help. 2 PRECAUTIONS Be sure to observe the following precautions when using the camera: · Do not take pictures or use the Internal LCD Display when operating a vehicle or while walking. · Do not open the case of the camera or attempt your own repairs. Always leave service to authorized repair facilities. · Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and never let it get wet. Never use 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 an environment with electrostatic discharge, the camera may malfunction and require the user to reset the camera. · Do not leave the camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures, such as a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight. · Remove the battery when the camera is not used for long periods of time. · Use 3V Lithium Battery (CR123A) 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 touch or press on the Status LCD Display or lens. 3 LOCATION OF CONTROLS FRONT/TOP 1 2 5 6 7 3 4 1. Shutter Button 2. Viewfinder 3. Macro Switch 4. Battery Door 5. Capture/Review Switch 6. Self-timer LED 7. UV Filter and Lens 8. USB Connector Port 8 4 LOCATION OF CONTROLS (CONTINUED) BACK 10 11 12 9 13 14 15 16 13. 14. 15. 16. Down Button Lug for Neck/Wrist Strap ON/OFF/Select Button Self-timer/Delete Button 9. Status LCD 10. Diopter Adjustment Ring 11. Viewfinder/Internal LCD Display 12. Up Button DISPLAY C A D B A. Battery Indicator B. Macro Focus Indicator 5 C. Self-timer Indicator D. Pictures Remaining Indicator GETTING STARTED LOADING THE BATTERY Before taking pictures, a fresh 3V (CR123A) Lithium battery must be inserted into the unit. 1. Using your thumb, open the battery compartment by pressing down on the battery door and sliding it outwards as indicated by the arrow. 2. Insert a 3V (CR123A) Lithium battery. Make sure to observe the polarity (+/­) as indicated in the figure. 3. Close the battery compartment. The camera has a battery indicator that shows the current battery level, regardless of the mode the camera is in. FULL Battery has full power and is ready to use. LOW Battery has low power and will need to be replaced soon. When battery is low, discontinue use and replace the battery. BATTERY PRECAUTIONS Follow these precautions when using a battery in this device: 1. Use only the size and type specified. 2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the battery. A reversed battery may cause damage to the device. 3. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the battery to prevent damage or injury from battery leakage. 6 GETTING STARTED (CONTINUED) TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF · To turn the camera on, press and hold down the ON/OFF button ( I ) until the Status LCD turns on. · To turn your camera off, press and hold down the ON/OFF button ( I ); the Status LCD screen will turn blank, indicating the unit has powered off. AUTO POWER OFF In order to extend the battery life, your camera is equipped with an auto-shut off circuitry that will automatically shut off the power when the camera is left unattended or untouched for more than 30 seconds. 7 TAKING PICTURES 1 2 1. Turn your camera on ( 1 ) and make sure the review switch is in CAPTURE mode. (2) The review switch should be in the position furthest away from the shutter button. 2. While looking into the viewfinder, press the SHUTTER BUTTON until the LED in the viewfinder stops blinking and you hear the camera beep. The PICTURE COUNTER will subtract one from the total number of pictures available. IMPORTANT: Hold the camera steady until you hear the camera beep and the LED stops blinking, which indicates that the picture has been taken. 8 TAKING PICTURES (CONTINUED) USING THE SELF-TIMER 1 2 1. Turn your camera on ( 1 ) and make sure the review switch is in CAPTURE mode. ( 2 ) The review switch should be in the position furthest away from the shutter button. 2. Press the SELF-TIMER button. The Self-timer indicator ( ) will appear on the back Status LCD. Press the SHUTTER BUTTON to start the self-timer. 3. The LED on the front of the camera will blink every second for ten seconds before picture is taken. After taking the picture, the camera will then reset itself to normal CAPTURE mode. 9 MACRO FUNCTION USING THE MACRO FUNCTION Your camera has been equipped with a Macro function. This enables you to take pictures of subjects at close range (30 ­ 60 cm/12 ­ 24 in) while still maintaining focus. This feature is particularly useful when taking pictures of small objects. 1 2 1. Turn your camera on ( 1 ) and make sure the review switch is in CAPTURE mode. ( 2 ) The review switch should be in the position furthest away from the shutter button. 2. Slide the MACRO switch to the macro position. The Macro indicator ( ) will appear on the back Status LCD. Make sure the subject is within the macro focus range. Press the SHUTTER BUTTON to take the picture. ATTENTION: After taking a picture in macro focus mode, you must manually reset the switch to normal picture taking mode ( ). 10 REVIEWING PICTURES REVIEWING PICTURES Your camera features an Internal LCD Display, that enables you to review your images instantly. 1. Turn the unit on and slide the review switch towards the shutter button. This will activate the Internal LCD Display. 2. While looking into the viewfinder, use the UP/DOWN buttons to scroll through the pictures. The picture number will be displayed on the back Status LCD. For added convenience, your camera is equipped with a diopter (Viewfinder Sharpness) adjustment ring. Look though the viewfinder, if the image you see appears blurred, rotate the Diopter Adjustment Ring left or right until the image is focused to your satisfaction. This adjustment has to be done only once, however, if another person uses your camera, they may need to readjust it to their vision. You will then have to readjust the viewfinder to your preferred setting once again. 11 DELETING PICTURES DELETING INDIVIDUAL PICTURES FROM MEMORY Delete One Delete All Cancel 1. Repeat the "Reviewing Pictures", steps 1 and 2. Once you have found the picture you want to delete, press the DELETE button. 2. The Delete menu will appear. Highlight the "Delete One" option using the UP/DOWN buttons. (Your desired selection will be highlighted in black). Confirm your selection by pressing the SELECT button. Delete One Are You Sure? Yes No 3. A confirmation screen will appear. Using the UP/DOWN buttons, select "Yes" to proceed, or "No" to return to the REVIEW mode. (Your desired selection will be highlighted in black). Confirm your selection by pressing the SELECT button. One Picture Deleted 4. Once the picture is deleted, the above screen will be displayed. The camera will then return to REVIEW mode. Repeat the process if you wish to delete more individual pictures. 12 DELETING PICTURES DELETING ALL PICTURES FROM MEMORY Delete One Delete All Cancel 1. While in REVIEW mode, press the DELETE button. 2. The Delete menu will appear. Highlight the "Delete All" option using the UP/DOWN buttons. (Your desired selection will be highlighted in black). Confirm your selection by pressing the SELECT button. Delete All Are You Sure? Yes No 3. A confirmation screen will appear. Using the UP/DOWN buttons, select "Yes" to proceed, or "No" to return to the REVIEW mode. (Your desired selection will be highlighted in black). Confirm your selection by pressing the SELECT button. All Picture Deleted 4. Once all pictures are deleted, the above screen will be displayed and a blank screen will appear on the Internal LCD Display. 13 COMPUTER CONNECTION INSTALLING YOUR CAMERA'S SOFTWARE: You must first install the camera software before you can download pictures from your camera into your PC. WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT THE CAMERA TO YOUR COMPUTER UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE SOFTWARE INSTALLATION. 1. Insert the included CD-ROM into your computer's CD-ROM Drive. 2. The installation screen will appear. Follow the software installation instructions on your screen to install the software. If your computer has the CD-ROM automatic installation disabled, click on START, select MY COMPUTER and locate the CD-ROM Drive. Then, 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. CONNECTING YOUR CAMERA TO YOUR PC AND DOWNLOADING PICTURES Before you can use your camera to download images to your computer, you need to install the camera's software on your computer (see "Installing Your Camera's Software" section above). Once you have taken a few pictures with your camera, or as soon as the camera's memory is full, you can download the pictures into your computer to print, e-mail, store or to manipulate them in creative and fun ways, utilizing the bonus imaging and video software that accompanies your camera. 14 DOWNLOADING PICTURES You must first install the software before you connect the camera to your PC. After the software installation is complete, follow these simple steps: 1. Using your fingernail, open the USB port door to access your camera's USB cable connector. ( 1 ) 2. Plug the square end of the (supplied) USB cable to the USB connector in your camera. ( 2 ) 3. Plug the rectangular end of the USB cable into your PC's USB port. (please refer to your PC's documentation if you do not know where the USB port is.) 4. Turn your camera's power on. 5. Launch ArcSoft PhotoImpressionTM software by clicking on Start­Programs­ArcSoft Camera Suite a ...