User manual DXG DXG-502

DXG-502 User's Manual 1 Table of Contents Precautions Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................................................... 4 Precautions Before Use ................................................................................................................................. 4 Precautions for Operation.............................................................................................................................. 4 Package Contents Digital Camera Overview Product Overview.......................................................................................................................................... 7 Button Operation ........................................................................................................................................... 9 Battery Usage Inserting/Changing Batteries ..................................................................................................................... 10 Memory Card and Built-in Memory Loading the Memory Card .......................................................................................................................... 11 Removing the Memory Card ....................................................................................................................... 11 Using the Built-in Memory ......................................................................................................................... 13 Adjusting the Wrist/Lens Straps Turning on the Camera and Lights Power........................................................................................................................................................... 15 Battery Capacity Meter................................................................................................................................ 15 Lights........................................................................................................................................................... 16 Setting the Date, Time and Language Setting Date and Time ................................................................................................................................. 17 Setting Language ......................................................................................................................................... 17 Basic Operations LCD Monitor............................................................................................................................................... 18 Info/Hint ...................................................................................................................................................... 18 Description of Button Functions ................................................................................................................. 19 Menu............................................................................................................................................................ 19 Setup Mode Advanced Settings ....................................................................................................................................... 20 Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 21 Photo Mode Auto Mode................................................................................................................................................... 25 Manual Mode .............................................................................................................................................. 27 Scene Mode ................................................................................................................................................. 29 Descriptions of the Three Modes ................................................................................................................ 30 Taking Pictures............................................................................................................................................ 30 1 Table of Contents LCD Screen ................................................................................................................................................. 31 Optical Zoom / Digital Zoom ...................................................................................................................... 31 Flash ............................................................................................................................................................ 32 Burst / Self Portrait / Close-up .................................................................................................................... 32 Self-timer Mode........................................................................................................................................... 33 Close-Up Mode (Macro) ............................................................................................................................. 33 Focus Selection............................................................................................................................................ 34 Instructions for Scene Modes ...................................................................................................................... 34 Descriptions on Menu.................................................................................................................................. 36 Image Resolution ....................................................................................................................................... 36 Picture Quality ........................................................................................................................................... 36 Photo Mode ............................................................................................................................................... 36 Auto ............................................................................................................................................................. 36 Manual......................................................................................................................................................... 36 White Balance ........................................................................................................................................... 36 EV Compensation ...................................................................................................................................... 37 Metering Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 37 ISO............................................................................................................................................................... 37 Scene Mode ............................................................................................................................................... 37 Effects ........................................................................................................................................................ 37 Off ............................................................................................................................................................. 38 Black and White ........................................................................................................................................ 38 Vivid .......................................................................................................................................................... 38 Sepia .......................................................................................................................................................... 38 Advanced Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 38 Self Timer .................................................................................................................................................. 38 Burst (Number of Pictures in Succession) ................................................................................................. 38 Self Portrait Flash Unit .............................................................................................................................. 38 Sound Effect of Shutter ............................................................................................................................. 38 Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 39 Video Mode Recording Videos ........................................................................................................................................ 44 Description on Menu ................................................................................................................................... 45 Image Resolution ....................................................................................................................................... 45 White Balance ........................................................................................................................................... 45 Record ....................................................................................................................................................... 45 Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 46 Review Mode Picture.......................................................................................................................................................... 47 Video ........................................................................................................................................................... 49 Thumbnail Display ...................................................................................................................................... 49 Playing Video .............................................................................................................................................. 50 Picture Magnification Mode........................................................................................................................ 50 Audio Record .............................................................................................................................................. 51 Playing/Deleting the Audio Record............................................................................................................. 52 Playing the Audio Record ......................................................................................................................... 52 Deleting the Audio Record ........................................................................................................................ 52 Adjusting Volume ....................................................................................................................................... 53 2 Table of Contents Description on Menu ................................................................................................................................... 54 Deletion ..................................................................................................................................................... 54 Delete One ................................................................................................................................................. 54 Delete All .................................................................................................................................................. 54 Single Protection / Single Protection Remove .......................................................................................... 54 All Protection ............................................................................................................................................ 54 Remove All Protection .............................................................................................................................. 54 Slide Show ................................................................................................................................................. 54 Starting the Slide Show ............................................................................................................................. 54 Display Interval ......................................................................................................................................... 55 Repeating the Slide Show .......................................................................................................................... 55 DPOF ......................................................................................................................................................... 55 Setting Single ............................................................................................................................................ 55 Setting All .................................................................................................................................................. 55 Direct Printing ........................................................................................................................................... 55 Printing a Single Picture ............................................................................................................................ 55 Printing All Pictures .................................................................................................................................. 55 Paper Size .................................................................................................................................................. 55 Menu Index.................................................................................................................................................. 56 Printing Notices ........................................................................................................................................... 62 PC Mode Removable HDD (Hard Drive) ................................................................................................................... 63 Data ............................................................................................................................................................. 64 Video Out Installing the Software Installing the Software on a PC ................................................................................................................... 66 Installing Application Programs Installing Application Programs on a PC .................................................................................................... 68 Appendix Product Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 72 System Requirements .................................................................................................................................. 73 3 Precautions Safety Precautions The supplied Software CD is designed exclusively for a PC. Playing the CD on a stereo or audio CD player may damage the player. This is a sophisticated electronic device. Do not disassemble the unit; the inside contain high-voltage components can cause an electrical shock or fire hazard. To reduce the risk of fire, do not store this product in direct sunlight for long periods of time. Precautions Before Use Take some test shots before taking pictures. 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 malfunctioning, and no compensation will be provided for it. 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. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Monitor 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. 2. 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. Precautions for Operation 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. 4 Precautions 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. 5 Package Contents Please check the package contents. Please contact your dealer right away in case of any item missed. 1. Digital Camera 2. User Manual 3. Wrist Strap 4. Lens Cap 5. USB /TV-OUT CABLE 6. Camera Leather Case 7. Software CD 8. AA NiMH Batteries x2 with Charger 6 Digital Camera Overview Product Overview Front View (1) Self-timer/ Programmer/Timer (2) Shutter Button (3) Flash (4) Image Sensor (5) Viewfinder (6) Lens Shutter Press the shutter button to take photos and start video recording. Lens Cap Remove the lens cape before turning on the camera. Refit the cape when the camera is powered off to protect the lens and keep dust out. USB Cover Open the USB cover, which has a slot for both USB and TV-Out cables. 7 Digital Camera Overview (Continued) (1) Viewfinder Photo Mode Video Mode Review Mode Setup Mode Power Switch Reduction Key Magnifier Key Mode dial Back View (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) Wrist Strap Buckle (11) Confirm/Function Button (12) Flash Button (13) Menu button (14) Battery Cover (15) Memory Card Slot (16) LCD Screen (17) Speaker (18) USB/TV-OUT Slot 8 Digital Camera Overview (Continued) Button Operation Mode Switch There are four modes available, including Photo Mode and Setup Mode , Video Mode , Review Mode . The LED indicates which mode is in use. Menu button This displays the selection menu for each of the modes. For details, please refer to menu descriptions in each mode. Flash Button There are six selections for the flash mode. Refer to the flash setting for greater detail. Multiple Controller Besides the menu selection, the Multiple Controller has a quick function. Select "Hint of Info" in the "Info" to read the function of each button. Zoom Button The Zoom button is used to adjust the size of the subject. 9 Battery Usage Inserting/Changing Batteries Turn the digital camera off and follow the instructions below. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and lift it open as shown. Follow the instruction labeled on the inside of the battery compartment door and insert the batteries as indicated. Close the battery cover. ! To avoid any possible damage, be gentle when opening and closing the battery compatment. 10 Memory Card and Built-in Memory Loading the Memory Card Turn the camera off and follow the instructions below. Orient the memoray card as shown, and insert it into the slot. Press the memory card in all the way. Removing the Memory Card Turn the digital camera off and follow the instructions below. Gently push the card in and it will eject automatically. Pull the memory card out as shown. 11 Memory Card and Built-in Memory(Continued) ! This product can use an SD or MMC memory card, with memory capacity ranging from 16MB to 512 MB. The memory card can only fit in one direction. Do not use excessive force when installing into a memory card socket; too much force could cause damage. If the memory card is unreadable, wipe its metal side with a soft, dry cloth and install it again. Make sure to unlock the memory card before inserting. Otherwise, the camera will display an icon and be unable to save images. ! Notice! Use FAT16 or FAT32 when formating the memory card with PC. 12 Memory Card and Built-in Memory(Continued) After installing the memory card, the screen will display an icon under normal status. If it displays (indicating that the built-in memory is in use), please refer to the following four possible reasons and resolutions. The memory card format is unrecognizable. Back up the data on the memory card to a PC and re-format the memory card. A poor connection is being made with the card contacts. Wipe the card contacts clean with a dry soft cloth and reinstall. The memory card is damaged and unable to function. Contact the memory card company for repair or replacement. The memory card slot is damaged and unable to read data. Contact the dealer for repair or replacement. Usage of Built-in Memory When the memory card capacity is full, the camera's built-in 16MB flash memory offers a temporary space for storage (Due to internal firmware storage, the actual memory capacity is slightly less than 16MB). While the memory card is installed, all functions (format, save, review, upload/download and so on) are directed to the memory card. Simply pull out the memory card out to use the built-in memory, then all the data fuctions are based on the built-in memory. 13 Adjusting the Wrist/Lens Straps Follow the illustrations below to secure the camera strap. Put the wrist strap through the wrist strap post. Pull one end of the strap through the other and tighten it. Put the lens strap through the lens strap post. Pull the other end of the strap through the other side of the lens strap post and tighten it. Put one end of the lens strap through the camera strap post. Finally, pull the lens cap through and tighten it. 14 Turning on the Camera and Lights Power Press the Power button to turn on the camera and press it again to turn it off. ! This camera features a power-saving mode, it switchs off automatically when there is no action within a preset time. Please refer to the Setup mode/Power Saving for details. Battery Capacity Meter The battery capacity meter on the camera screen indicates: : Full (This icon dissappears 5 seconds after entering the mode.) : Half (This icon dissappears 5 seconds after entering the mode.) : Low (The icon changes to yellow and remains.) : Exhausted (The icon changes to red and keeps blinking.) ! When replacing batteries, the date and time need to be reset. Other settings of the menu will be restored and need no re-setting. 15 Turning on the Camera and Lights (Continued) ! ! Lights Low battery level adversley affects the recharge of the flash. Use fully-charged batteries for best results. The camera cannot opperate under a certain power level. Use fully charged batteries to make sure the camera doesn't shut off. Descriptions of the front Flashing Unit and the back mode status indicator. Indicators Mode Status Indicator Programmer/Timer Yellow/Red Indicator Four lights change and blink. Light on Blink Description This indicates the current mode you are in, for example, the Photo Mode or Video Mode. When turning on the camera, it blinks. When using the self-timer, it blinks. 16 Setting the Date,Time and Language Use the Mode dial to enter the Setup ( ) Mode. Setting Date and Time This camera can record the date and time on pictures. Be sure to set the correct date and time before taking pictures. Please refer to Setup Mode on page 21 for more details. Setting Language Select the language of your choice; the options include English, Traditional Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish. 17 Basic Operations LCD Monitor The LCD screen is used to frame the picture, adjust settings, and review pictures and videos. It is normal that the LCD screen looks darker under direct sunlight or bright light. Info/Hint Press the button to enter the Info page. Press the descriptions of functions of buttons. For example: botton again to provide a Hint that offers Current status of settings Description of each active function. 18 Basic Operations Description of Button Functions On the bottom of the LCD screen there are button function directions, which describe what the buttons do. Icons Description Center of the Multiple controller Up/down/left/right of the multiple controller Flash Button Menu button Zoom button Zoom in/Zoom out Sound Recording Mode/Sound Recording Menu Set/Enter Delete/Back Increase/ Decrease Play/ Stop Volume/ Print Menu In the Photo/Video/Review Modes, press the button to enter the Mode Menu for relevant settings. 19 Setup Mode Use the Mode dial to enter the Setup ( ) Mode. The following are descriptions of the settings. Date/Time Set This allows the camera to record the date and time on pictures. Correct date and time should be set before taking pictures. Light Frequency Adjusts the power frequency to your regional setting, such as 50Hz (Europe) or 60HzAC (U.S.A). Language Displays different languages; English, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, German, French, Italian, and Spanish. Energy Saving Provides auto power off timing options: Off, 30 sec, 1 min, 5 min, and 10 min. Video Output Adjusts the video output format to the regional setting, so pictures can be seen on TV. The United States uses NTSC. Display Allows you to display pictures/videos on the camera screen or TV. Use this option to tranfer images to a TV. Advanced Settings Button audio Activates the sound effects when buttons are pressed. Startup Light Activates the front LED light effect when the camera is turned on. Four options are available: OFF, Effect 1, Effect 2 and Effect 3. Startup Sound Offers an opening sound effect when turning the camera on (Option: ON/OFF). Startup Picture Four options are available for setting the startup picture: default startup picture, customized 1, customized 2, and customized 3. The customised picture can be any one you have taken. Format This will reformat and delete all the data on the memory (card). Please make sure the information is backed up before formatting. NOTE: Once deleted, the files cannot be recovered. Reset After reseting, all options are restored to the default settings. 20 Setup Mode (Continued) Menu Index 21 Setup Mode (Continued) 22 Setup Mode (Continued) 23 Setup Mode (Continued) The selected picture will be saved to become the startup picture. 24 Photo Mode Use the Mode dial to switch to the Photo ( ) Mode. The Photo Mode has following options: Auto, Manual, and Scene Mode. Auto Mode Icon Description Focus Zone Information on the current settings Indication of the current mode 25 Photo Mode (Continued) Photo Mode (Auto) Status of Memory Card : Memory Card empty : Memory Card half full : Memory Card is almost full : Memory Card full (red light blinks) : Memory card write protect : Built-in memory : Built-in memory half full : Built-in memory full (red light blinks) Burst Mode / Number of pictures Self Portrait Number of pictures taken / Maximum number of pictures Flash Mode Portrait Mode Effect Mode Time and date (This icon disappears 5 seconds after entering the mode.) Info Battery Info Optical Zoom / Digital Zoom Image Resolution Picture Quality Photo Mode (Auto) 26 Photo Mode (Continued) Manual Mode Icon Description Focus Zone Indication of the current mode Information on the current settings 27 Photo Mode (Continued) Photo Mode (Manual) Status of Memory Card Burst Mode / Number of pictures Self Portrait Number of pictures taken / Maximum number of pictures Flash Mode Portrait Mode Effect Mode Time and date (this icon disappears 5 seconds after entering the mode,.) Info Battery Info Except for , other sttings are the same as in the Auto Mode. Optical Focus / Digital Focus Image Resolution Picture Quality White Balance EV Compensation Metering Mode ISO Sensitivity 28 Photo Mode (Continued) Scene Mode Icon Description Focus Zone Information on the current settings Except for " Mode. Indication of the current mode " other resttings are the same as in the Auto Photo Mode (Scene Mode) 29 Photo Mode (Continued) Descriptions of the Three Modes Auto The Auto Mode offers users a simple, fast capture mode. Except for Image Resolution and Picture Quality, other settings are default values which cannot be adjusted (Eg: White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Metering, ISO and Focus Selection will be modified automatically by the camera). This setting is suitable for most users. Manual The Manual Mode offers settings which are fully adjustable, such as Image Resolution, Picture Quality, White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Metering, ISO, and Focus Selection. This setting is suitable for more advanced users. Scene Mode The Scene Mode offers twelve built-in scenes. Individual settings cannot be adjusted, except for Image Resolution and Picture Quality. Portrait Landscape Party Night Portrait Night Landscape Beach Sunset Multiple Exposure Fireworks Image Transfer Backlight Sport Taking Pictures This camera takes digital still images in JPEG format. The number of pictures you can take is subject to the storage capacity of the memory (card), Image Resolution, and Picture Quality. Pictures with higher resolution and quality require more memory. Follow these steps to take pictures. Turn on the camera and set up the date and time (Please refer to Date and Time Set). Use the Mode dial to switch to Photo Mode (Choose among Auto, Manual, and Scene Mode. Auto Mode is suggested for most users.) Find corresponding icons displayed on the upper left hand corner of the screen and set the Image Resolution and Picture Quality according to your preference (Please refer to Picture Quality). 30 Photo Mode (Continued) Use the to choose the Burst / Self Portrait / Close-up Mode. Frame the view on the LCD screen and press the Shutter button. The Shutter button has two parts. Press it halfway and hold for focus, with a red framing mark. Then press it the rest of the way down to save the picture. A icon will appear on the screen. on the subject. This camera has a maximum 12X Use the Zoom button to zoom out/in / zoom (3X Optical Zoom and 4X Digital Zoom). Activate the Flash when there are insufficient light sources (refer to the Flash Mode for details.) Refer to the Review Mode for viewing the pictures. LCD Screen Use the key to switch screen display types. Standard Screen LCD screen turned off. Optical Zoom / Digital Zoom / Use the Zoom button to zoom out/in (3X Optical Zoom plus 4X Digital Zoom). on the subject. This camera has a maximum 12X zoom The blue region indicated by the arrow indicates the optical zoom range. The red region indicated by the arrow indicates the digital zoom range. 31 Photo Mode (Continued) Using the Digital Zoom to enlarge images may cause slight aliasing. Note: Full Digital Zoom is not recommended for taking pictures that require the highest clarity. Flash Use the key to switch to Flash mode. Function No Flash Auto Forced Flash Description Turns off the Flash (for bright places). Auto Flash automatically comes on when needed. Always flashes (bright or dark areas). Display Auto Flash plus Red Flash fires automatically in low light, and pre-flashes to reduce "red Eye Reduction eye" effects. Auto Flash is suitable for portraits. Forced Flash plus Always flashes with red eye reduction flash. Red Eye Reduction Slow Sync Keeps the shutter open longer. Used at night and in low light to lighten the background and foreground. A tripod is advised. Burst / Self Portrait / Close-up Use the button to switch among Burst / Self Portrait / Close-up Mode. Standard Mode (Burst Mode) (Self-timer) (Macro) Continuous Photography Mode When entering the Burst Mode, the icon appears on the upper part of the screen. The number represents the number of camera pictures that will be taken (up to 5 pictures). After framing, press the Shutter button and the camera will shoot continuously for that number of photos. 32 Photo Mode (Continued) Shutter ! Image Resolution is set at 5MP and Flash is "OFF" in the Burst Mode, regardless of the current settings. Self-timer Mode The icon appears on the upper part of the screen after entering the Self-timer mode. Press the Shutter after framing the view and you will see the countdown (the default value is 10 seconds and can be adjusted on the menu). The front Flash Unit blinks, and as soon as it reaches 3 seconds, it blinks faster. When it reaches zero, the camera takes the pictures automatically. Shutter Close-Up Mode (Macro) The icon appears on the right side of the screen when entering the Close-Up Mode or "Macro" Mode. Take pictures with short distance under the following ranges: Mode Close-Up Icon on the screen Description An ideal close-up picture will be shot within 6 ~ 20 inches. Basic None For general picture-taking, a suitable shooting distance ranges from 20 in. to infinity; the picture will become blurred if the distance is less. 33 Photo Mode (Continued) ! The Close-Up function is unavailable in the Scene Mode. Focus Selection button in the Manual and Scene Mode to enter the focus selection. Set the desired focus Press the zone. The Focus Zone is divided into five areas and five framing marks will be displayed on the screen. The green one represents the area in use. Use the button. Follow the usual procedures for photographing. buttons for selection, and press the Choose the Upper Focus Zone The first section of the shutter ! The Focus Zone is disabled in the Auto Mode. Only the Manual and Scene Modes offer the Focus Zone selection. Instructions on Scene Modes Twelve built-in scenes are offered in the Scene Mode. Different settings for White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Metering and other functions are set at default values and cannot be adjusted in these scenes. Choose the scene according to your preference. button to enter the Quick Menu and choose the scene. The twelve scenes are described Press the below. Portrait: For people and other subjects in the daytime. Landscape: For landscapes in the daytime. The Focus is set at distant scenery. 34 Photo Mode (Continued) Party: For parties indoors. Night Portrait: For taking pictures of people at night. A slower shutter speed is used. To avoid blurred pictures, use a tripod. Night Landscape: For taking pictures of landscapes at night. A slower shutter speed is used. To avoid blurred pictures, use a tripod. Beach: For shooting beach scenes. This enables to you to accurately capture the color of the water. Sunset: For sunrises, sunsets, or rosy clouds at sunset. Multiple Exposure: For scenes that requires two exposures to create a mix effect. Capturing the first subject is the same as general photography. But in the second photo, the button should be pressed within 3 seconds (otherwise the camera shoots automatically as soon as the timer counts down to zero). The first section of the shutter The second section of the shutter Capture the first image (Use the Viewfinder to frame the subject for the second capture.) 3 second count down Capture the second image Capture the second image Display the final image Fireworks: For taking pictures of fireworks at night. Focus is set at a distance with a slower shutter speed. To avoid blurred images, use a tripod. Copy: For duplicating images. Backlight: For taking pictures of subjects with bright light behind them. Sports: For caputuring subjects that are in motion. A fast shutter speed is used, so use this scene under ample lighting. 35 Photo Mode (Continued) ! Use Menu button The Close-Up function will not opperate in these scenes: Landscape, Night Landscape, Beach, Sunset, and Fireworks. Description on Menu to display/hide the menu. Here are the descriptions: Image Resolution Four resolution options are available for taking still images, including VGA, 3MP, 5MP, and 8MP. Pictures with higher resolution can be printed clearly, but consume more memory and take longer to write to memory. The resolution of 8MP applies to firmware interpolation, and is not recommended for pictures that require high detail. Picture Quality Three picture quality options are available: Best the picture compression ratio. For example, memory, but it has the lowest picture quality. , Standard , and Basic . The difference is has the highest compression ratio. It takes up the least Photo Mode Photo Mode includes Auto , Manual , and Scene . Auto Manual White Balance Have you ever wondered why pictures taken indoors sometimes come out looking yellow? The reason is that different lighting sources produce different colors of light (a flash bulb produces a very white light, while a 100 watt incandescent bulb produces a very yellow-looking light). Our brain automatically adjusts the color so that a white object always appears white regardless of the lighting condition, but a photograph records the true color. To compensate for this, the DXG-502 can shift the RGB color balance of the ambient light so that the color in the photograph appears as it should. This process is referred to as "matching the white balance". The Manual Mode offers five settings of White Balance. Auto: Automatically matches White Balance; suitable for general picture taking. Daylight: For taking pictures outdoors in natural lighting. 36 Photo Mode (Continued) Tungsten: For taking pictures indoors under incandescent lighting. Fluorescent: For taking pictures indoors under fluorescent lighting. Cloudy Day: For taking pictures outdoors on a cloudy day. EV Compensation The Exposure Value (EV) compensation can be adjusted automatically , or manually in 20 levels from -2.0EV to +2.0EV. All things being equal, the higher the EV compensation, the brighter the photos. Metering Mode Four Metering Modes are available, as below: !Matrix Metering Matrix Metering divides the viewfinder into several zones to make an ideal exposure value. !Center-Weighted Metering This uses the entire image area but calculates the exposure by giving more importance to the center of the image. This mode is best for portrait photography. !Spot Metering This measures a spot in the center, which is about 1/25th of the viewfinder's area to determine the exposure of the entire image. Spot Metering is suitable for extremely bright and dark backgrounds. !Auto Focus Metering This metering technique is applied to the current focus zone. ISO ISO is the speed of the camera's response to light. Use a higher ISO setting in low light scenes. Four options are available: Auto, 100, 200 and 400. NOTE: Higher ISO setting may cause "noise" in pictures. Scene Mode Twelve built-in scenes are offered in the Scene Mode. Different settings on White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Metering, and other functions are set at default values and cannot be adjusted. Choose the scene according to your preference. Effects This camera offers three default effect settings, allowing users to apply effects in the Manual, Auto and Scene Mode. These are three default settings: 37 Photo Mode (Continued) Off Choose "OFF" to close all effect functions. Black and White This option is for black-and-white pictures. Vivid Choose this to stress the contrast between colors and saturation, making pictures look more coloful. Sepia This effect makes pictures have an antique look. Advanced Settings Self Timer Choose this function to set the Self-Portrait and the countdown time, from 2 sec to 10 sec. (The default value is 10 sec.) Burst (Number of Pictures in succession) Choose this to set the Burst Mode and number of pictures taken in succession, from 3 to 5 pictures. (The default value is 5.) Self Portrait Flash Unit Use this to set the Self Portrait mode and the front light effect, which has three modes available. Sound Effect of Shutter Use this to set the sound effect when the shutter is pressed. Fours options are available, including OFF, default sound effect 1, default sound effect 2, and default sound effect 3. 38 Photo Mode (Continued) Menu Index Record Mode 39 Photo Mode (Continued) Advanced Settings 40 Photo Mode (Continued) Photo Mode 41 Photo Mode (Continued) Photo Mode Twelve built-in scenes are provided 42 Photo Mode (Continued) Advanced Settings 43 Video Mode Use the Mode dial to switch to the Video ( ) Mode. Icon Description Video Mode Status of Memory Card Audio Recording Status Number of Videos Recorded Time of Video Recorded Time and Date (This icon disappears 5 seconds after entering the mode.) Info Battery Info Optical Zoom / Digital Zoom Recording Videos You can use the DXG-502 to record a video with MPEG-4 format, and use the upper microphone to record the audio. (The audio recording function can be turned off.) The length of video recording is subject to the memory capacity, as well as the image resolution and quality; Video clips with higher resolution and quality will take up more memory. 44 Video Mode (Continued) Follow these steps to record a video. Turn on the camera and set up the date and time (Please refer to Date and Time Set). Use the Mode dial to switch to Video ( ) Mode, the icon is shown on the screen. Set the image resolution and picture quality according to your needs. Frame the view you want to record on the screen. Press the Shutter button to start. The length of video recording time appears on the upper right of the screen, and a lower-right icon begins rotating. The Zoom button is disabled during video recording. Use the zoom button to adjust the lens before pressing the Shutter button. Press the Shutter button again to stop video recording. If you want to review the video, check the Review Mode (Please refer to Review Mode). ! Use the Menu button The zoom button is disabled during video recording. Use the zoom button to adjust the lens before pressing the Shutter button. Descriptions on Menu to display/hide the menu. The following are descriptions: Image Resolution Three picture quality options are available: Best the video compression ratio. For example, memory, but has the lowest picture quality. , Standard , and Basic . The difference is has the highest compression ratio. It takes up the least White Balance Please refer to White Banlance in the manual for details on White Balance. Auto: Automatic correction of White Balance; ideal for general photography. Indoor: Ideal for pictures indoors. Outdoor: Ideal for pictures outdoors (in natural light). Record This switches the microphone (On) or (Off). 45 Video Mode (Continued) Menu Index 46 Review Mode Use the Mode dial to switch to Review Mode . View pictures and videos in the Review Mode. Icons on the screen and functions vary depending on the file format. Picture Icon Description Current picture information Information about the current mode 47 Review Mode (Continued) Review Mode Picture with audio record (refer to the audio recording). Protect Mode Current file format (Picture) Current file index/Total file number Date and Time (in five seconds after entering this mode, changes to Magnification Mode/Recording Info Battery Info Image resolution for photos White Balance for photos The picture contains audio recording time Exposure compensation in photos Metering mode in picture taking ISO in photos ) ! Where there is no file stored in the memory, a "No File" message will appear on the screen, and you cannot access the selection menu. 48 Review Mode (Continued) Video Icon Description Review Mode Protect Mode Current file format (Video) Current file index/Total file number Video Recording Time Date and Time (5seconds after entering this mode, this changes to Video Review/Volume Adjustment Info Battery Info ) Thumbnail Display button to display thumbnails. Select a thumbnail picture (video) and press the Use the display that picture (video) in full size. button to 49