User's Manual Table of Contents Attention Safety Precautions.....................................................................4 Before You Start........................................................................4 Camera Maintenance..................................................................5 Getting to Know Your Camera Package Contents.....................................................................6 Components.............................................................................7 Before Taking Pictures Attaching the Strap.....................................................................8 Loading Batteries.......................................................................8 Internal Memory and External Memory...........................................8 Getting Started Power On/Off...........................................................................10 Mode Switch............................................................................10 How to Use the 5-way Scroll Button..............................................10 Basic Settings..........................................................................11 Date/Time..............................................................................11 Beep....................................................................................11 Language..............................................................................12 Power Saving.........................................................................12 Default Settings......................................................................12 Format.................................................................................13 TV-Out.................................................................................13 USB.....................................................................................14 LCD Monitor Icons in the Record Mode..........................................................15 Icons in the Playback Mode.......................................................16 Icons in the Movie Mode............................................................17 Toggle the Monitor Display.........................................................17 Record Mode ­ Basic Operations -1 - Table of Contents Basic Operations......................................................................18 Shutter...................................................................................19 Flash.....................................................................................19 Digital Zoom............................................................................20 Macro....................................................................................21 Record Mode ­ Menu Auto / Manual..........................................................................22 Self timer................................................................................22 Size.......................................................................................23 Scene....................................................................................23 Color......................................................................................24 Image Quality...........................................................................24 White Balance..........................................................................25 EV Compensation.....................................................................26 Metering.................................................................................26 Sensitivity...............................................................................27 Playback Mode - Basic Operations Select Image...........................................................................28 Display Still Images................................................................28 Playback Videos....................................................................29 Playback Mode ­ Menu Delete Images.........................................................................30 Delete One...........................................................................30 Delete All.............................................................................30 Protect Images.........................................................................30 Slideshow Playback..................................................................31 Copy files to memory card..........................................................31 DPOF....................................................................................32 Movie Mode - Basic Operations Record / Stop...........................................................................34 -2 - Table of Contents Macro....................................................................................34 Image Quality..........................................................................34 Connecting to the Computer Installing the Camera Driver........................................................35 Installing the Software Application................................................37 Connecting Your Camera to Computer..........................................41 Connecting Your Camera to Printer Connecting Your Camera to Printer.........................................41 Appendix.................................................................................42 LED Status..............................................................................44 -3 - Attention Thank you for choosing DXG. Please read through this manual carefully before using the camera and follow the instructions to avoid damaging the camera. Safety Precautions The Software CD packaged with this camera is designed for a PC only. Playing it on a stereo or CD audio player may damage the CD. This camera is a precision electronic device. Do not attempt to service this camera yourself, as opening or removing the cover may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. To reduce the risk of fire, do not store this product under direct sunlight. Before You Start Take some test shots prior to formal recording Before using this camera for an important occasion, such as a wedding ceremony or overseas trip, first test the camera to ensure that it functions properly. DXG is not responsible for any incidental losses (such as the costs of photography or the loss of income from photography) incurred as the result of this product malfuctioning, and no compensation will be provided. Copyright information All pictures taken with this digital camera must be in accordance with copyright law. When "No Photography" restrictions are in place, it is illegal to record any live performance, improvisation or exhibit, even for personal use. Any transfer of pictures or memory card data must be conducted under the constraints of copyright law. Notes on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor Be extra careful with the LCD monitor. If it is damaged and begins to leak, do the following: 1. If the liquid touches the skin: wipe the skin dry with a cloth and rinse immediately with plenty of water. -4 - Attention If the liquid comes in contact with eyes: rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice as soon as possible. 3. If the liquid is accidentally swallowed: rinse the mouth with water, drink plenty of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical advice as soon as possible. Camera Maintenance This product consists of intricate electrical parts. To ensure the highest possible performance, do not drop or hit the camera. Avoid using or storing the camera in the following locations: 1. Damp or dusty places. 2. In sealed vehicles, in direct sunlight, or in any areas with extremely high temperatures. 3. Turbulent or high-vibration environments. 4. Areas with smoke, oil fumes or steam. 5. Locations subject to strong magnetic fields. 6. Rainy or snowy environments. Do not open the battery cover when the power is on. If water has entered the camera, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries immediately. How to maintain the camera: 1. If the lens, LCD monitor or viewfinder surface is dirty, use a lens brush or soft cloth to wipe it clean. Do not touch the lens with your fingers. 2. To avoid scratching the lens, LCD monitor or viewfinder surface, do not use any hard or abrasive object to touch the camera. 3. Do not use any detergents or volatile solutions to clean the camera. This may harm the camera and/or paint. Use a soft cloth only. 2. -5 - Getting to know your camera Package Contents The following items are included in the DXG- 409 package: ........................................................................................... Digital Camera User's Manual ................................................................................................ "AAA" Batteries x 2 Camera Bag ................................................................................................ Software CD 3-in-1 USB Cable ................................................................................................ Wrist Strap ........................................................................................................................ -6 - Getting to know your camera Components Shutter Lens Menu Microphone Macro LED Power USB Port LCD Toggle Speaker LCD Monitor Mode Switch Zoom Strap Holder Tripod Socket Flash Macro 5-way scroll button Battery Cover Status LED -7 - Before Taking Pictures Attaching the Strap Attach the camera strap as follows: 1. 2. 3. Insert the thin end of the strap into the strap holder. Pass the other end of the strap through the loop. Pull the strap taut. Loading Batteries Open the battery cover, make sure the battery direction is correct, load the batteries into the battery compartment, and close the cover. Internal Memory and External Memory (SD CARD) This camera has 16 MB of built-in flash memory to provide users a temporary space for storing data if the external memory card is full (actually, a small amount of memory is used by the internal firmware so not all of the 16 MB is available for use.) If a memory card is loaded in the camera, all actions (e.g. formatting the memory card, saving images, playing video and transferring images, etc.) will use the memory card. If you want to use the internal memory, remove the external memory card and all actions will interface to the internal memory. While using a memory card, make sure the write-protect tab is off so that the files can be saved successfully. When a memory card is write-protected, the files on the card will be protected and the camera cannot write to the card. -8 - Before Taking Pictures Contact pins Protected Unprotected Turn off the camera before opening the battery / memory card cover. First, make sure the memory card is oriented in the right direction, then gently insert the memory card until it reaches the bottom of the compartment. Close the cover. If the memory card is inserted backwards or upside down, it will not go in. Do not force it, or it might damage the memory card. To remove the memory card, first turn off the camera. Then press the memory card in gently and the card will pop out. The memory card applicable to this camera is SD or MMC (4MB~512MB). If the memory card is inserted the wrong way, it will not go in. Do not force it or the memory card may become damaged. If the camera cannot access the memory card, try wiping the metal interface of the card with a soft cloth and reloading the card again. Before inserting the memory card, make sure the card is unprotected. ( Otherwise, after the card is loaded, a symbol will be displayed on the LCD -9 - Getting started Power On/Off Turning the camera On/Off Press the Power button to turn on the camera. Press and hold the Power button for one second to turn off the camera. This camera is equipped with a power saving function. When the camera stays idle for a preset period, it automatically powers down to save battery power. (Please refer to "Power Saving" on page 12.) Mode Switch There are three modes provided by this camera: [Record Mode] for taking still images, [Movie Mode] for recording video and [Playback Mode] for reviewing captured photos and videos (including sounds). Slide the Mode Switch from left to right to switch to "Playback Mode", "Movie Mode" and "Record Mode" sequentially. Using the 5-way Scroll Button Confirm - press the 5-way scroll button to confirm the selection. Up and Down ­ move the 5-way scroll button up and down to locate the selection. - 10- Getting started Left and Right - move the 5-way scroll button left and right to locate the selection. Basic Settings The basic settings are applicable in any mode. 1. Turn on the power and press the MENU button in any mode. 2. Move the 5-way scroll button to the right, press the confirm button to enter SETUP menu and perform basic settings. Date/Time 1 ...