Table of contents 1 Getting Started Package Contents ............................. 1 System Requirements ...................... 2 Windows ............................................2 Macintosh ..........................................2 Safety Information ........................... 3 FCC Compliance and Advisory .......... 4 Quick Start........................................ 5 Charge the Battery .............................5 Install the Battery...............................5 Install the SD Card .............................5 Turn on the Camera Power..................5 Turn the Shooting Mode dial to AUTO.................................................6 Focus the Subject and Shoot ...............6 View the Recorded Image ...................6 Camera Components ........................ 7 Front .................................................7 Rear ..................................................7 Top ....................................................7 Side ...................................................8 Using the Included Accessories........ 8 Attaching the Wrist Strap ....................8 Using the Soft Case ............................8 Operating the Multi-controller ......... 9 Auto Power Off Settings ................. 16 TV Out Signal Set-Up ...................... 16 Setting LCD Brightness ................... 17 Folder Format.................................. 18 Quick View ...................................... 18 Selecting Menus and Settings......... 19 3 Basic Functions Previewing a Picture ....................... 21 Setting the LCD Display Mode ........ 21 Shooting Mode................................. 21 Playback Mode................................. 22 Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor .................................... 22 Shooting Mode................................. 22 Playback Mode................................. 23 Using the Zoom Feature.................. 23 Digital Zoom.................................... 24 Using the Mode Dial ........................ 24 4 Taking Pictures Taking Pictures in Auto Mode ......... 25 Replaying an Image after Shooting Quickly ............................. 26 Setting the Image Quality and Resolution ....................................... 26 Using the Flash ............................... 27 Setting the Red-eye Reduction Function .......................................... 27 Setting the Slow Sync....................... 28 Macro Mode..................................... 28 Setting the Self-Timer..................... 29 Continuous Shooting ...................... 30 2 Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack.............. 10 Battery Status Symbols .....................10 Installing the Battery Pack............. 11 Using Compact Power Adapter....... 12 Installing an SD Card...................... 12 To remove the SD card .....................13 Formatting Internal or SD Card Memory ........................................... 13 Turning the Power On / Off............ 14 Setting the Date and Time.............. 14 Print Date........................................ 15 Setting the Language ..................... 15 Setting the Beep Sound .................. 15 5 A/S/M (Advanced) Mode A (Aperture Priority) Mode ............. 31 S (Shutter Priority) Mode ............... 32 M (Manual) Mode ............................ 33 Quick Switching in A/S/M (Advanced) Mode............................ 34 Adjusting the Exposure ---EV adjustment ..................................... 34 Adjusting Color Tones ---Setting the White Balance .......................... 35 Changing the ISO Speed................. 35 Movie Mode..................................... 36 Functions Available in Each Camera Mode .................................. 38 Signal Mode .................................... 50 Downloading Images to a Computer ........................................ 50 Downloading Directly from an SD Card ................................................ 51 Connecting the Camera to a Computer with a USB Cable .............. 51 Understanding Camera Memory and Storage..................................... 52 Internal Memory .............................. 52 Optional SD Memory Card................. 52 DCF Protocol.................................... 52 6 Replaying Photo & Video Clips Replaying Pictures.......................... 39 Magnifying Images ......................... 39 Viewing Pictures in Thumbnail Mode ............................................... 40 Erasing Files From Memory ............ 40 Erasing Images Individually...............40 Erasing All Unprotected Images .........41 Protecting Photos and Video Clips ................................................ 42 Playing a Slide Show (Auto Play) ... 42 Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings ................................43 Copying Flash Memory Images to a Memory Card ........................... 44 9 Installing Software Install the Software Driver ............. 53 Installing Roxio PhotoSuite 5.0 SE .................................................... 54 Using the Roxio PhotoSuite 5.0 SE .................................................... 57 10 Appendix Indicator Lamp Status .................... 58 Troubleshooting.............................. 59 Specifications.................................. 60 7 File Names & Printing About File and Folder Numbers ...... 45 Folder File Capacity...........................45 File Number Reset .......................... 46 DPOF Print Settings ........................ 47 Selecting Images for Printing.............47 Resetting the Print Settings ...............48 8 Making Connections Viewing Images on a TV ................. 49 Selecting the Video Output 1 Getting Started Package Contents Please contact your dealer immediately if any of the items below are missing or damaged. USB Cable Camera TV out cable Soft Case Li-ion Rechargeable Battery Pack Strap Software Installation CD-ROM User Manual Compact Power Adapter - 1- Quick Start Guide System Requirements Windows: 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 Macintosh: 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. - 2- Safety Information Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight. 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 only by authorized service providers. Do not fire the flash too close to the eyes of animals or people, especially for young children. Eye damage may result. In particular, remain at least one meter away from infants when using flash. 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. Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not expressly recommended for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards. Disconnect the compact power adapter from both the camera and power outlet after recharging and when the camera is not in use to avoid fires and other hazards. The compact power adapter of the camera is designed for exclusive use with this camera. Do not use it with other products. There is a risk of fire and other hazards. - 3- FCC Compliance and Advisory This device complies with Part 15 of the FF 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 unsatisfactory 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 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. When shielded interface cables have been provided with the product or when specified additional components or accessories have elsewhere been designated to be used with the installation of the product, they must be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC regulations. - 4- Quick Start 1. way. Charge the Battery (p. 10). Put battery inside the camera body and plug the compact power adapter then a green-light indicator is on, that mean charging is on the 2. Install the Battery (p. 11). Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrows. Insert the battery pack with the positive (+) and negative (-) poles matching the directions indicated inside the battery cover. Slide the battery cover closed. 3. Install the SD Card (p. 12). Turn off the camera. Slide the SD card slot/battery cover in the direction of the arrow to open the cover. The SD card slot is located beneath the battery compartment. Insert the SD card with the label facing up and the arrow pointing in. Power switch 4. Turn on the Camera Power (p. 14). Slide the power switch to right side and hold it until the LCD indicator begins flashing green. It takes about 2 seconds to power on the camera. - 5- 5. 6. Turn the Shooting Mode dial to AUTO (p. 25). Turn the Mode dial to A mode. Focus the Subject and Shoot (p. 25). Aim the camera at the subject. Press the shutter button down halfway. When the camera has finished adjusting its settings, the auto focus indicator will appear. Press the shutter button all the way. 5.0 7. View the Recorded Image (p. 26). The recorded image appears in the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds. Press to view the captured photo. . To delete the file, press Press Press and to confirm the choice. to select YES or NO, press OK again, return to shooting mode. - 6- Camera Components Flash Viewfinder Self-timer lamp Lens Front Viewfinder Operation lamp Power switch /Zoom Out button /Zoom In button Flash/ Up button Right button OK / Quick Function button Battery cover Down button Left button Erase Replay LCD screen Macro/ button button Protect Rear 5.0 Mode dial Shutter button Top - 7- DC IN terminal Video out terminal / USB port Battery cover Side Using the Included Accessories Attaching the Wrist Strap The illustration shows how to attach the wrist strap to your camera. Don't swing the camera when carrying it by the wrist strap. Using the Soft Case Store the camera in the included soft case when not in use. Slide the camera in the case with the LCD screen facing down as illustrated. - 8- Operating the Multi-controller The multi-controller is used to select choices, images and menus on the LCD monitor and confirm the selection. Up button Right button Left button Down button Moving the cursor on the LCD monitor up and down. Press the MENU button. Press the or to select a menu item on the LCD monitor. Moving the cursor on the LCD monitor left and right. Press the MENU button. Press the or to select a menu item on the LCD monitor. Confirming a menu selection. Press the OK button. Press the MENU button to close the menu window. - 9- 2 Preparing the Camera Charging the Battery Pack Recharge the Battery Pack with the compac ...