INDEX Getting Started ............................................................................ 1 Contents of Package ........................................................................... 1 System Requirements ......................................................................... 1 General Precautions ............................................................................ 2 FCC Compliance and Advisory ............................................................ 2 Camera Nomenclature ......................................................................... 3 Accessory Set-up ................................................................................ 4 Preparing to Take Pictures ......................................................... 6 Battery Installation................................................................................ 6 Turning the Power On .......................................................................... 8 Date and Time Set-Up ......................................................................... 9 Beep Sound Set-Up .......................................................................... 10 Quick View Setting (LCD Confirm) .................................................... 10 Auto Power Off Settings .................................................................... 11 TV Out Signal Set-Up ........................................................................ 12 Language Set-Up ............................................................................... 13 Returning to Default Settings ............................................................. 14 Using a Memory Card ........................................................................ 15 Camera Working Mode ...................................................................... 16 Taking Pictures ......................................................................... 17 Previewing a Picture before it is taken ............................................... 17 Using the Zoom Feature .................................................................... 19 Digital Zoom Function ........................................................................ 19 Taking a Picture .................................................................................. 20 Changing the Picture Resolution ....................................................... 22 Adjusting the Exposure ..................................................................... 24 Setting the White Balance ................................................................. 25 Changing the ISO Speed .................................................................. 26 Setting the Slow Shutter Mode .......................................................... 27 Setting the Flash ................................................................................ 28 Using the Macro mode ....................................................................... 28 Setting the Self-Timer ........................................................................ 29 Recording Video Images ................................................................... 30 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode...................................... 32 Reviewing Your Pictures and Videos ....................................... 33 Viewing Pictures ................................................................................ 33 Replaying the Last Image Quickly ..................................................... 33 Viewing Pictures in Thumbnail ........................................................... 34 Zooming the Displayed Image .......................................................... 35 Erasing Pictures ................................................................................. 35 Protecting Pictures against Deletion ................................................. 38 Running a Slide Show (Auto Play) ..................................................... 39 Copying Flash Memory Images to a Memory Card ........................... 40 Formatting Memory Card or On board memory ................................ 41 Setting Your Camera for Printing ............................................. 43 Folders and Files ............................................................................... 43 File Number Reset ............................................................................. 44 DPOF Print Settings .......................................................................... 45 PRINT Image Matching ..................................................................... 47 Installing the Software.............................................................. 48 Installing the Drivers.......................................................................... 48 Installing the Software...................................................................... 49 Using MGI PhotoSuite 4 SE.............................................................. 51 Connecting your camera......................................................... 54 Viewing Images on a TV Set.............................................................. 54 Downloading Images to a Computer............................................... 54 About the memory storage in this camera..................................... 58 . Indicator Lamp Reference ................................................................. 59 Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 59 Default Setting in Each Camera Working Mode ................................ 61 Specification ...................................................................................... 62 Getting Started Getting Started Contents of Package All of the items shown below are included with your camera. Camera USB cable Video cable Strap Soft case User's Guide CD-ROM Alkaline batteries (2 AA-size batteries) System Requirements For Windows PC with processor better than MMX Pentium 166MHz Windows 98/98se/2000/ME/XP Minimum 32MB RAM USB Port CD-ROM drive For Macintosh Mac Power PC or higher Mac OS 9.0 - 10.0 Minimum 32MB RAM USB Port CD-ROM drive 800x600 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor * Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. 1 Getting Started General Precautions · 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 carried out by authorized service providers. · Do not fire the flash near eyes, human or animal. It may cause eye damage especially to children. Do not use this camera with wet hands. Keep the camera away from water and other liquids. Moisture creates the danger of fire and electric shock. Never use this camera in the rain or snow. · · For safety reasons, please keep this camera and accessories out of reach of children or animals to prevent accidents. If you notice smoke or a strange odor coming out of the camera, immediately turn the power off and unplug the AC adaptor from the power outlet. Take it to an authorized service center for repair. Never attempt your own maintenance. · 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 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 communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause a harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, 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 to an outlet and to a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. · Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Where shielded interface cables 2 Getting Started have been provided with the product or specified additional components or accessories elsewhere defined to be used with the installation of the product, they must be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC regulation. Camera Nomenclature Front Self-timer lamp Flash Viewfinder Lens Exposure sensor Microphone Back Operation lamp Viewfinder Macro / Right button / Flash / Up button Self-timer / Left button Replay / Down button button Battery cover LCD Monitor screen / Play / Pause button / Zoom Out button / Zoom In button button 3 Getting Started Side DC IN terminal USB port Video out terminal Battery cover Top Shutter button Power button Mode dial Accessory Set-up Attaching the Wrist Strap · Follow the illustrations to add the wrist strap. NOTE: When carrying the camera by the strap, please don't swing the camera on the strap. 4 Getting Started Using the Soft Case · Keep the camera in its soft case while it is not in use. · Be sure to insert the camera into the case, with the monitor screen facing down. 5 Preparing to Take Pictures Preparing to Take Pictures Battery Installation There are two ways to supply power to the camera. You can use batteries (AA Alkaline or CR-V3), or alternatively, you can use an AC adaptor (DC3.3V/2.0A). If using Batteries, 1. Open the battery cover by sliding the door in the direction indicated by the arrow on the battery cover. 2. Check the inscription on the battery chamber for the correct negative/positive installation. 3. Install 2-AA alkaline batteries. 6 Preparing to Take Pictures 4. Close battery cover. Low Battery Indicator 1. As the battery runs out of power, the "battery low" indicator shows on the monitor screen. - Power is running out; change the battery. NOTE: · Never use manganese batteries, as they cannot supply sufficient power to support the camera's operations. · Replace all batteries at the same time to ensure a properly working camera; never mix old and new batteries. · Remove batteries from the camera if you do not plan on using the camera for more than two weeks. 7 Preparing to Take Pictures · · It is normal that the temperature of the camera body rises after extended use. We suggest using an AC adaptor. If using the AC Adaptor 1. Plug the adaptor into the DC-In jack (DC-IN 3.3V). Please make sure that you use an AC adaptor with the correct specification for the camera (DC3.3V/2.0A). NOTE: · Please be sure to turn off the power before connecting or disconnecting the Adaptor. · The camera automatically switches over to AC adaptor powered operation whenever the AC adaptor is plugged into the camera. · It is recommend to use the AC adaptor to power the camera whenever connected to a computer. Turning the Power On 1. Press the POWER button ( ) until the green indicator begins flashing. 2. It takes about 3 seconds to power on the camera. NOTE: · When you turn on the camera for the first time, you will be required to set up the date and time in the camera. · If you turn on the power when the rotary dial is in SET or PLAYBACK mode, the lens will not extend to the shooting position. 8 Preparing to Take Pictures Date and Time Set-Up 1. Turn the mode dial to SET mode ( 2. Press the DOWN button ( icon ( ) is highlighted. ). ) until the Date & Time 3.Then press SET button ( ) to DATE&TIME menu. 4. Press the UP/DOWN ( / ) to adjust the value of your setting. / ) to advance to the next. 5. Press the LEFT/RIGHT button ( Use UP/DOWN button to change the date display. A. Y/M/D B. M/D/Y C. D/M/Y 6. Press the SET button ( confirm your setting. 9 ) when the OK( ) is highlighed to Preparing to Take Pictures Beep Sound Set-Up You may turn on/off the beep sound in the SET mode ( 1. Turn the mode dial to SET ( 2. Press the DOWN button ( highlighted. ). ) until the BEEP icon ( ) is ). 3. Then press the LEFT/RIGHT button ( / ) to select ON/OFF. Press the SET button to confirm your selection. Note: The default setting is "On". Quick View Setting (LCD Confirm) You can view the picture immediately on the LCD screen right after it is taken by setting the LCD Confirm function ( 1. Set the mode dial to SET ...