Table of Contents 1 Getting Started....................................................................................................... - 1 Package Contents................................................................................................... - 1 System Requirements............................................................................................. - 2 System Information ................................................................................................. - 2 FCC Compliance and Advisory ............................................................................... - 3 Camera Components .............................................................................................. - 4 Front .................................................................................................................... - 4 Rear..................................................................................................................... - 4 Side ..................................................................................................................... - 4 Using the Accessories............................................................................................. - 5 Attaching the Wrist Strap..................................................................................... - 5 Using the Soft Case............................................................................................. - 5 2 Preparing to Take Pictures ................................................................................... - 6 Installing the Batteries............................................................................................. - 6 Low Battery Indicator .............................................................................................. - 7 Turning the Power On ............................................................................................. - 7 Setting the Date and Time ...................................................................................... - 8 Language Settings .................................................................................................. - 8 TV Out Settings....................................................................................................... - 9 Setting the Beep Sound .......................................................................................... - 9 Setting the Power Save Function.......................................................................... - 10 SD Memory Cards ................................................................................................ - 11 Inserting............................................................................................................. - 11 Removing .......................................................................................................... - 11 Camera Mode Setting ........................................................................................... - 12 Photo Mode ....................................................................................................... - 12 Playback Mode.................................................................................................. - 12 Video Mode ....................................................................................................... - 12 3 Taking Pictures.................................................................................................... - 13 Previewing a Picture ............................................................................................. - 13 Taking a Picture .................................................................................................... - 13 Setting the LCD Display Mode .............................................................................. - 13 Setting Image Quality and Resolution ................................................................... - 14 Using the Zoom Function ...................................................................................... - 15 Using the Flash ..................................................................................................... - 16 Adjusting the Exposure ......................................................................................... - 16 Using Different Metering Options .......................................................................... - 17 Setting the White Balance..................................................................................... - 17 White Balance Settings Explained..................................................................... - 18 - ­i­ Using Macro Mode................................................................................................ - 19 Using the Self Timer ............................................................................................. - 19 Using the Date Stamp Function ............................................................................ - 20 Using Long Shutter Speeds .................................................................................. - 20 Recording Video Clips .......................................................................................... - 21 Setting Quick View ................................................................................................ - 21 4 Reviewing Photos and Videos............................................................................ - 22 Viewing Pictures ................................................................................................... - 22 Viewing Pictures in Thumbnail Mode .................................................................... - 23 Protecting Stored Images...................................................................................... - 23 Erasing a Stored Image ........................................................................................ - 24 Erasing all Images ............................................................................................. - 24 Slide Show ............................................................................................................ - 25 Copy to Card......................................................................................................... - 25 Formatting the Camera Memory or SD Card ........................................................ - 25 5 File Names & Printing.......................................................................................... - 26 Folder Names ....................................................................................................... - 26 File Names............................................................................................................ - 27 DPOF Print Settings.............................................................................................. - 27 Print Order Setting............................................................................................. - 27 6 Making Connections............................................................................................ - 28 Viewing Images on the TV .................................................................................... - 28 Selecting the Video Out Signal Mode ................................................................... - 28 Downloading Images to a Computer..................................................................... - 29 Using a Flash Card Memory Reader ................................................................. - 29 Connecting to a Computer Using USB .............................................................. - 30 Understanding Camera Memory ........................................................................... - 31 Internal Memory ................................................................................................ - 31 Optional SD Memory Card ................................................................................ - 31 DCF Protocol..................................................................................................... - 31 7 Software Installation............................................................................................ - 32 Installing the Software Driver ................................................................................ - 32 Installing MGI PhotoSuite 5SE.............................................................................. - 33 8 Appendix .............................................................................................................. - 35 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... - 35 Specifications........................................................................................................ - 36 - ­ ii ­ 1 Getting Started Package Contents Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items listed below is missing or damaged. Camera USB Cable TV Out Cable Soft Case Strap 2 x AA Batteries Software Installation CD ROM User Manual Quick Start Guide ­-1-­ Getting Started System Requirements Windows: · · · · · · Macintosh: · · · · · · PC with processor better than MMX Pentium 233 MHz Windows XP/2000/ME/98SE/98 Minimum 32 MB RAM USB port CD-ROM drive 800x600 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor Power Mac G3 or later Mac OS 9.0, 9.1, 9.2 and OS X Minimum 64 MB RAM USB port CD-ROM drive 800x600 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. System Information · 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 too close to animals or people's eyes, especially young children. Eye damage may be caused. · Keep the camera away from water and other liquids. Do not use the camera with wet hands. Never use the camera in the rain or snow. Moisture creates the danger of fire and electric shock. · Keep the camera and its accessories out of the reach of children and animals to prevent accidents or damage to the camera. · If you notice smoke or a strange odor coming from the camera, turn the power off immediately and unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet. Take the camera to the nearest authorized service center for repair. Never attempt to repair the camera on your own. ­-2-­ Getting Started 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 on 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 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. ­-3-­ Getting Started Camera Components Front Shutter button Self timer indicator Viewfinder Flash Microphone Battery cover Lens Rear Green LED indicator Mode switch Power button Zoom buttons Viewfinder LCD screen 4-Way, Multifunction buttons Set, Menu and Display buttons Side USB port DC in port TV out port ­-4-­ Getting Started Using the Accessories Attaching the Wrist Strap Attach the wrist strap to your camera as shown in the illustration to the right. NOTE: Do not swing the camera when carrying it by the wrist strap. Using the Soft Case · Store the camera in the soft case provided when not in use. · ...