Camera TV Software Data User's Manual B- 011015 E Brief Description This Digital Camera iX-100 is a simple, easy-to-use digital camera. The USB cable and SmartMedia supplied with the camera make it easy for you to download images to your PC. You can also use the video output function to view your images on a TV. The bundled "ArcSoft PhotoImpression3.0" software on the enclosed CD-ROM provides a range of functions that make it easy for you to modify your images, create calendars or postcards and print out what you have created on your printer. Trademark Information h IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. h Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation of the U.S. registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operating System. h Pentium is trademark of IntelCorporation. h Macintosh, iMac and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. h QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license. The QuickTime logo is registered in the U.S. and other countries. h SmartMediaTM is trademark of Toshiba Corporation. h PhotoImpressionTM is trademark of Arcsoft, Inc. h All other company or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. 2 Package Contents After purchasing this product, be sure to check that the package contains all the items listed below. Camera TV Camera LR6 AA-size alkaline batteries (2) SmartMedia (4MB) Soft case Software Strap Video cable USB cable CD-ROM Data User's manual, Quick start guide, Warranty card Every effort has been made to ensure that this product is complete. If any items are missing from the package, contact the store from which you purchased the camera. Keep the camera packaging in a safe place as it will be needed if you return the camera for repairs, etc. 3 Contents Brief Description ................................................... 2 Package Contents .............................................. 3 Safety Notes ......................................................... 6 Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly ............... 7 Notes on the Power Supply .................................. 8 Notes on the SmartMediaTM ................................. 9 Nomenclature ..................................................... 11 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) ............................ 13 USING YOUR CAMERA q TAKING PICTURES ..................................... 22 Viewfinder and Viewfinder Lamp Display ......... 23 jp SELECTING THE SHOOTING DISTANCE ... 24 a SELECTING THE FLASH MODE .................... 25 , SELECTING THE QUALITY MODE (IMAGE QUALITY) .............................. 26 m SELECTING THE MODE ........................ 27 w Self-timer Mode ........................................... 28 g Digital Telephoto Mode ............................... 29 t Movie Mode ................................................ 30 Viewing Movies ........................................ 31 2 Set Mode .................................................. 32 Video Output Format/Beep Tone Setting ...... 33 Counter Display Format ................................. 33 e Delete ........................................................ 34 Camera GETTING READY ATTACHING THE STRAP .................................. 14 LOADING THE BATTERIES .............................. 15 LOADING THE SmartMediaTM ........................... 16 Removing the SmartMedia ............................... 17 Write-Protecting SmartMedia ........................... 17 k SWITCHING ON AND OFF ........................... 18 Battery Status ................................................... 18 SmartMedia Status ........................................... 19 Power Save Function ....................................... 19 GUIDE TO CAMERA OPERATIONS ................. 20 TV REVIEWING IMAGES CONNECTING TO A TV ..................................... 36 Main Menu ........................................................ 37 Index (16-frame review) ................................. 38 Review (view frame) ...................................... 39 Slide show (continuous review) ..................... 40 4 Camera Delete (delete frame) ..................................... 41 Delete all ........................................................ 42 Format ........................................................... 42 Language ....................................................... 43 Camera information ....................................... 44 Settings .......................................................... 45 Slide show mode Slide show duration Time out Beep tone Picture counter Restore default settings Using iX-100 Camera ................................. 59 Using iX-100 Twain Driver for Windows only ........................................ 62 USING PhotoImpression3.0 ............................... 64 Get Photo ......................................................... 66 Edit ................................................................... 67 Create ............................................................... 68 TV DATA TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................ 69 Warning Display ............................................... 71 Specifications ...................................................... 72 System Requirements ........................................ 73 Software Software USING THE SOFTWARE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE ......................... 46 Guide to Software ............................................. 47 For Windows ............................................... 48 UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE .......... 52 For Macintosh ............................................. 54 UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE .......... 57 DOWNLOADING IMAGES TO A PC ................. 58 Using the USB Cable ....................................... 58 Using My iX-100 Camera ........................... 59 Data 5 Safety Notes To ensure that you use your camera correctly, read these Safety Notes and your User's Manual carefully beforehand. The warnings given here provide important safety information and should be observed at all times. I The icon shown below is used in this document to indicate the severity of the injury or damage that can result if the information indicated by the icon is ignored and the product is used incorrectly as a result. h Ensure that batteries are stored in a safe, secure place well out of the reach of any small children. Incorrect use of the batteries could cause them to leak, become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the precautions given "Notes on the Power Supply" (/P.8). hGeneral Information h Do not use the camera while you are walking, running, driving or operating machinery. This can result in a serious accident. h Do not use the flash close to anyone's eyes. This can cause temporary damage to eyesight. h Request regular internal testing and cleaning for your camera. Build-ups of dust in your camera can cause fire or shock. h Do not use this device in aircraft or hospitals. The use of this device in an aircraft or hospital can cause malfunctions in the control devices used in aircraft hospitals. Z WARNING Safety Notes This icon indicates that death or serious injury can result if the information is ignored. Be sure to read these Safety Notes before using the products. Z WARNING h The enclosed disk is a computer CD-ROM. Never attempt to play this disk on an ordinary music CD player as it may produce extremely high noise levels that could damage your hearing or your audio equipment. h The camera is precision instrument. Never attempt to take this part apart. There is a serious danger of a powerful electric shock. h Do not drape the connection cord around your neck or otherwise treat the cable carelessly as this could result in suffocation. h Do not look through the viewfinder at the sun or other strong-light. This could damage your eyesight. h Do not leave the camera in locations exposed to direct sunlight as this could cause a fire due to the action of the lens. 6 Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly hTest Shots Prior to Photography For particularly important photographs (such as weddings and overseas trips), always take a test photograph and view the image to make sure that the camera is functioning normally. Fuji Photo Film (U.K.) Ltd., cannot accept liability for any incidental losses (such as the costs of photography or the loss of income from photography) incurred as a result of faults with this products. quantities of water and induce vomiting. Then seek medical assistance. Camera hHandling Your Digital Camera h This camera contains precision electronic components. To ensure that images are recorded correctly, do not subject the camera to impact or shock while an image is being recorded. h Do not load or remove the SmartMedia while the camera is switched on as this could destroy the data on the SmartMedia. Switch the camera off before loading or removing the SmartMedia. TV hNotes on Copyright Image recorded using your digital camera system cannot be used in ways that infringe copyright laws without the consent of the owner, unless intended only for personal use. Note that some restrictions apply to the photographing of stage performances, entertainments and exhibits, even when intended purely for personal use. Users are also asked to note that the transfer of memory card containing images or data protected under copyright laws is only permissible within the restrictions imposed by those copyright laws. hPlaces to Avoid Do not use or store the camera in the following type of locations: h In the rain or in very humid, dirty or dusty places. h Places subject to extreme temperature rises, such as in direct sunlight or closed car in summer. Extremely cold places. h Places subject to strong vibration. h Places affected by smoke or steam. h Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near motors, transformers or magnets). h In contact with chemicals such as pesticides or next to rubber or vinyl products for long periods of time. h Sandy places such as beaches or deserts, or places where there is wind borne sand. Software hLiquid Crystal If the LCD is damaged, take particular care with the liquid crystal in the panel. If any of the following situations arise, take the urgent action indicated. h If liquid crystal comes in contact your skin: Wipe the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly with running water and soap. h If liquid crystal gets into your eye: Flush the affected eye with clean water for at least 15 minutes and then seek medical assistance. h If liquid crystal is swallowed: Flash your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large Data hNotes on Condensation If the camera is carried suddenly from a cold location into a warm place, water droplets may form on the inside of the camera or on the lens (condensation). When this occurs, switch the camera off and wait an hour before using the camera. 7 Notes on the Power Supply hCleaning Your Camera h Use blower brush to remove dust from the lens, LCD or viewfinder as these surfaces, and then wipe lightly with a soft, dry cloth. h Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD or viewfinder as these surface are easily damaged. h Clean the body of the camera with a soft, dry, cloth. Do not use volatile substances such as thinners, benzine or insecticide, as these may react with camera body and cause deformation or remove the coating. hApplicable Batteries h LR6 AA-size alkaline batteries can be used with this camera. h The operating lives of alkaline batteries vary between brands and the life of batteries you purchase may be shorter than the alkaline batteries provided with the camera. hNotes on the Batteries Incorrect use of the batteries could cause them to leak, become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the precautions given below. h When loading the batteries into the camera, ensure that the battery polarity (= and -) is as indicated on the camera. h Ensure that the camera is switched off when loading and removing the batteries. h Do not heat the batteries or throw into a fire. h Do not carry or store batteries with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins that could come into contact with the metal = and - poles of the batteries. h Do not expose the batteries to fresh or sea water, and take particular care to keep the terminals dry. h Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the batteries. h Do not attempt to peel off or cut the batteries casing. h Do not drop, strike or otherwise subject the batteries to strong impacts. h Do not use the batteries that are leaking, deformed, discolored or exhibit any other obvious abnormality. h Do not store the batteries in very warm or moist locations. h Keep the batteries out of reach of babies and small children. h Do not use new battery together with used battery. Do not hUsing the Camera Overseas h When traveling overs ...