User manual KOBIAN CYPERPIX S930X

1 Table of Contents Welcome................................................................................................................................. 3 Getting Started.....................................................................................................4 -Contents of Package.......................................................................................... 4 -System Requirements....................................................................................... 5 -Feature................................................................................................................ 6 -LCD Display Icons................................................................................................ 6 -Shooting Mode................................................................................................... 7 -Camera Setting Icons........................................................................................... 8~12 Power Up.......................................................................................................... 13 -Battery Installation.............................................................................................. 13 -Turning the Power ON/OFF................................................................................ 13 -Sleep Mode........................................................................................................ 13 Set Up Mode.......................................................................................................14 -Startup Screen....................................................................................14 -Video Format...................................................................................................... 14 -Sharpness........................................................................................................... 14 -Specifying Image Size and Quality..................................................................... 14~15 -Selecting the Focus Mode.................................................................................. 15 -Using Different Metering Options........................................................................ 15 -Using the Flash................................................................................................... 16 -Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ................................................................... 17 -Adjusting White Balance..................................................................................... 17 -Using the Self-Timer............................................................................................ 17 -Quick View.......................................................................................................... 17 -Deleting Pictures, Video and Audio..................................................................... 18 Taking Pictures................................................................................................................... 19 Taking Video or Audio....................................................................................................... 20 Playing Back Pictures, Video and Audio......................................................................... 21 DPOF Print.......................................................................................................................... 21 Install Camera Drivers and ArcSoft Programs........................................................ 22 -Install Camera Driver.......................................................................................... 22 -ArcSoft PhotoImpression 4.0........................................................................ 23 -ArcSoft PhotoBase 3.0.................................................................................. 24 -ArcSoft VideoImpression 1.6........................................................................ 25 -QuickTime Player 6.................................................................................. 26 Uninstall Application Programs............................................................................ 27 Download Photos............................................................................................... 28 -Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer................................ 28 -Transferring Record Photos/ Video to Your Computer................................ 29 -Downloading Photos Using PhotoImpression4.0......................................... 30 -Photo and Sharing Management Using PhotoBase 3.0................................. 31 Video Playback.................................................................................................. 32 -Video Playback Using VideoImpression 1.6............................................... 32 -Playing Movie Clips Using QuickTime Player 6.......................................... 33 Appendix.......................................................................................................... 34 -Troubleshooting.................................................................................. 34 -Specifications...................................................................................... 35 2 Welcome Thank you for choosing the Camera to pursue your digital adventures. Whether you are creating memories of your friends and family or exploring the great outdoors to get the utmost satisfaction from your digital camera, please take a moment to read through this manual. Its contents will send you on an educational journey into your camera's multiple capabilities. 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. · · · Never operate the camera inside of an aircraft or anywhere else where operation of such devices is restricted. Improper use creates the risk of serious accident. 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. 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. · · · Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction. The camera may become slightly warm during use. This does not indicate malfunction. If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. 3 Getting Started Contents of Package 1. Digital Camera 4. Video Cable 5. Strap 2. QOG 6. USB Cable 7. Installation CD 3. Carry Bag 8. 2AAA Batteries 4 Getting Started System Requirements Personal computer, laptop, desktop, or IBM compatible with Pentium 166 MHz minimum, and with an active USB (universal serial bus) port. Windows 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP, CD ROM drive, color monitor, mouse and keyboard. NOTE For transferring still images or for video conferencing, your computer, must have modem and communication software for internet connection. 5 Getting Started Feature Mode switch Self-Timer indicator Flash Lens Power button Microphone Menu button Set button/ Flash button 4way, MultiFunction buttons Macro mode Display button A/V Out port / USB LCD display LCD Display Icons Photo mode Image size Quality White balance indicator Sharpness Flash mode indicator Picture remaining Memory selected for date storage EV value Timer Battery capacity Zoom indicator 6 Getting Started Shooting Mode AVI Use this mode to record video clips at a resolution of 320x240, 160x120 or 640x480 pixels. PHOTOGRAPHY Use this mode to take a single image each time the [Shutter] button is pressed. BURST Use this mode to take up to five images when the [Shutter] button is pressed. PLAYBACK Use this mode to view the images/ video clips. Thumbnail display, delete or set DPOF recorded images is available. PC CAMERA Use this mode to open the Webcam mode. 7 Getting Started Camera Setting Icons AVI Mode Video and Audio Video Only Return Video and Audio White Balance Auto WB Daylight Shade Fluorescent Tungsten Return Quality Super Fine High Normal Return Resolution 640X480 320X240 160X120 Return Set Up Return 8 Getting Started Camera Setting Icons Photo Mode Resolution 3500X2625 2048X1536 1600X1200 1280X960 Return Self Timer OFF 50 seconds 30 seconds 10 seconds 2 seconds Return White Balance Auto Daylight Shade Select Fluoresce Tungsten Return Set Up Return Filter Vivid Normal Sepia Black and White Return Quality Super Fine High Normal Return Sharpness Hard Normal Soft Return Metering Pattern Center-weighted average Average Return 9 Getting Started Camera Setting Icons Burst Mode Resolution Self Timer OFF 50 seconds 30 seconds 10 seconds 2 seconds Return White Balance Auto Daylight Shade Select Fluoresce Tungsten Return Set Up Return Filter Vivid Normal Sepia Black and White Return Quality Super Fine High Normal Return Sharpness Hard Normal Soft Return Metering Pattern Center-weighted average Average Return 10 Getting Started Camera Setting Icons Playback Mode Manu Set Up Lock Protect Current image play Cancel Protect Current image Protect All image Cancel Return Slide Show Start Return Repeat play Delete Delete Current Return Delete All DPOF Print Current Cancel Print image play Current image Print All image play Cancel Print All image Return Camera Setting Icons PC Mode PC Camera Mode Mass Storage Mode 11 Getting Started Camera Setting Icons Set Up Mode Quick View ON Return OFF Auto Power 1 minute 10 minutes 20 minutes Return Video Format Off NTSC Return PAL Date & Time Startup screen Default User's screen No screen Return Format Format Return Unformatt Beep Sound ON Return OFF Date Stamp Date/Month Year Year Month/Date Month/Date Year OFF Return Return 12 Power Up Battery Installation 1. Open the battery chamber cover. 2. Insert batteries in correct polarity (+ and -) as shown on the inside of the battery chamber. 3. Close the battery chamber cover. 4. Power turns ON after pressing the [Power] button. 5. The camera is now ready to take pictures. Turning the Power ON/OFF 1. Press the [Power] button to power on the camera. 2. To turn camera OFF press [Power] button until the camera beeps and the LCD screen is blank. 3. To turn camera ON from the OFF mode, press [Power] button until a beep is heard and the LCD screen turn on. Sleep Mode 1. In the " 2. Use [ ][ ][ Setup" mode. ][ ][ ] button to select " Auto Power Off", and press [Set] button. 3. Use [ ][ ][ ] button to select the setting you want , and press [Set] button. When the camera is ON while not being used for 1 minute, it will automatically perform sleep mode to save battery power. 1 minute 10 minutes When the camera is ON while not being used for 10 minutes, it will automatically perform sleep mode to save battery power. 20 minutes When the camera is ON while not being used for 20 minutes, it will automatically perform sleep mode to save battery power. OFF The camera will not turn OFF automatically. To re-activate the camera from sleep mode: 1. Press the [Power] button once. 2. The camera is ready to take the next picture. 13 Set Up Mode Startup Screen (Default: Default Screen ) You can select your favorite picture which you taken and saved in the camera. 1. In the " 2. Use [ 3. Use [ 4. Use [ ][ ][ ][ Photo", " Burst" or " Playback" mode, and press [MENU] button. ][ ][ ] to select " ][ ][ ] to select " ][ ][ ] to select " Set up" Mode, and press [SET] button. Startup Screen", and press [SET] button. User's Screen", and press [SET] button. Then you can use [ ][ ] to choose one picture from the camera, and press [SET] button. 5. Restart your camera, and then you can see the startup screen that you selected. No startup screen. 1. If you don't want to have startup screen, you can in the " " 2. Use [ 3. Use [ 4. Use [ Playback" mode, and press [MENU] button. ][ ][ ][ ][ ][ ] to select " ][ ][ ] to select " ][ ][ ] to select " Set up" Mode, and press [SET] button. Startup Screen", and press [SET] button. No Screen", and press [SET] button. Photo", " Burst" or 5. Then when you start camera, there will be no startup screen. Video Format (Default: NTSC ) Set the video output format for displaying recorded pictures/ video clips on a television. For North America, Japan Europe, South America and China, etc., area Sharpness (Default: NORMAL ) Sharpen the edge of the image detail. Leave the image detail as captured. Soften the edge of the image detail for special effect. Specifying Image Size and Quality You can specify the image size and image quality to suit the type of image you are recording. To specify the image size 1. In the " 2. Use [ 3. Use [ ][ ][ Photo" mode, press [Menu] button. ][ ][ ] to select " Resolution", and then press [Set] button. ][ ][ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [Set] button. 14 Set Up Mode Size Purpose Large prints 3500 2625 (Interpolation) 2048 1536 1600 1200 1280 960 Print on normal size paper Print on small size paper Send images by e-mail To specify the image quality 1. In the " 2. Use [ 3. Use [ ][ ][ Photo" mode, press [Menu] button. ][ ][ ] to select " Quality Quality", and then press [Set] button. Purpose High quality, but large file size ][ ][ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [Set] button. Super Fine High Normal quality Normal Small file size, but low quality Selecting the Focus Mode You can select one of three different focus modes: Macro , Portrait and Infinity . Mode Infinity The Purpose focus to present is Infinity restricted distance. unlimited Portrait Macro Portrait The focus present is to restricted to 90cm to 1 meter. Macro The focus present is to restricted to 20cm. 15 Set Up Mode Using Different Metering Options 1. In the " 2. Use [ 3. Use [ ][ ][ Photo" mode, press [Menu] button. ][ ][ ] to select " Metering", and then press [Set] button. ][ ][ ] to select the what you want, and then press [Set] button. Center-weighted average Very limited range in the center of the screen Automatic selection of the focus area where the subject closest to the camera is located Use this metering method when you want to exert some control over exposure, without leaving settings totally up to the camera. Pattern Average Using the Flash Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. 1. In the " monitor. Photo" mode, press [Set] button to select the flash mode. 2. Each press of [Set] button cycles through the flash mode settings shown below on the LCD 3. Record the image. Auto The flash Force Off The flash does not fire. Force On Red-eye reduction, Auto The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting level. The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting level, and the flash pre-strobes before shooting to reduce red-eye phenomenon. NOTE You may not be able to achieve the desired results using a flash if the subject is too close or too far away. About red-eye reduction Using the flash to record at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the image. This is caused when the light from the flash reflects off of the retina of the eye. When red-eye reduction is selected as the flash mode, the camera performs 16 two pre-flash operations, one designed to cause the irises in the eyes of any people in the image to close, and one for the Auto Focus operation. This is followed by another flash operation for actual recording of the image. Set Up Mode Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) Adjust the exposure compensation setting to compensate for certain light conditions including: backlighting, indirect indoor lighting, and dark backgrounds. To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes 0.0. 1. Use [ ][ ] to adjust the value what you want you want. Adjusting White Balance When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera reproduces colors more accurately. 1. In the " 2. Use [ 3. Use [ ][ ][ Photo" mode, press [Menu] button. ][ ][ ] to select " White Balance", and then press [Set] button. ][ ][ ] to select the what you want, and then press [Set] button. Auto Day light Shade Tungsten Fluorescent Settings are automatically set by the camera For recording outdoors on a bright day For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies For recording under tungsten lighting For recording under fluorescent lighting Using the Self-Timer The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second, 10-second, 30-second or 50-second delay of the shutter release after you press the [Shutter] button. 1. In the " 2. Use [ 3. Use [ ][ ][ Photo" mode, press [Menu] button. ][ ][ ] to select " Self-Timer", and then press [Set] button. ][ ][ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [Set] button. 5. Record the image. 17 Quick View (default: ON ) Display image on the LCD after taking a picture. Set Up Mode Deleting Pictures, Video and Audio Step 1: Turn the mode switch to " button. Step 3: Use [ Step 4: Use [ ][ ][ ] to select " ] to select " Delete current" or " Delete all", and press [Set] button. Playback" mode. ][ ][ ][ ] to select " Delete", and press [Set] Step 2: Hit the [Menu] button, then use [ " to delete, and press [Set] button. 18 Taking Pictures Step 1. Turn the camera on, with the mode switch set to " Photo" mode. Step 2. Frame your target through the LCD display. Step 3. Press the or button to zoom in or out on your subject. Step 4. Press the [Sutter] button to take a picture. 19 NOTE The camera stores all pictures in the built-in memory, Secure Digital Memory Card or Multi Media Card. Taking Video or Audio Step 1. Turn the camera on, with the mode switch set to " Step 2. Hit the [Menu] button and select. Choose " AVI" mode. Function". Video Only" or " Step 3. Press the [Shutter] button to start recording. Step 4. Press the [Shutter] button again to stop recording. Basic Playing Back Pictures, Video and Audio Step 1. Turn the Mode switch to " Playback" mode. Use [ ][ ][ ][ ] button to select the images, video clips and audio stored in the internal memory or on an SD card. Step 2. Press the [Set] button to start playback. Press the [Set] button again to stop playback at any time. Step 3. Still images can be magnified and moved around the screen using UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT button. Step 4. Video clips can be play back by high-speed and slow play back using UP and DOWN button, or paused using the SET button. Press the [Set] button again to stop playback. To press the [Set] button for 3 seconds can return thumbnail screen. 20 DPOF Print DPOF Print (Digital Print Order Format) The letters "DPOF" stand for "Digital Print Order Format", which is a format for recording on a memory card or other medium which digital camera images should be printed and how many copies of the image should be printed. Then you can print on a DPOF-compatible printer or at a professional print service in accordance with the file name and number of copies settings recorded on the card. With this camera, you should always select images by viewing them on the monitor screen. Do not specify images by file name without viewing the file contents. DPOF Settings 1. In the " 2. Use [ 3. Use [ ][ ][ Playback" mode, press [Menu] button. ][ ][ ] to select " DPOF", and then press [Set] button. ][ ][ ] to select the what you want, and then press [Set] button. To create a DPOF file for the displayed image. Print current image play Cancel print current image To delete a DPOF file for the displayed image. Print all image play To create a DPOF file for all images. Cancel print all image To delete all DPOF file. 21 Install Camera Drivers and ArcSoft Programs Install Camera Driver 1. Insert CD-Disc & Select "Driver". 2. Click "Next". 3. Click "Next". 4. Click "Install". 5. Click "Finish". WARNING Do not connect camera to PC during the installation. Your camera may become unstable or crash. 22 Install Camera Drivers and ArcSoft Programs ArcSoft PhotoImpression 4.0 1. Turn computer ON. 2. Insert installation CD into your PC's CD-ROM drive. 3. Introduction screen will appear automatically. 4. Click "ArcSoft PhotoImpression 4.0". 5. Follow on-screen instruction to install camera drivers. 6. Re-starting your computer is recommended. NOTE To find out more about PhotoImpression 4.0 or how to use it, consult online help by clicking "?" Icon or "help" on the pull-down menu. 23 Install Camera Drivers and ArcSoft Programs ArcSoft PhotoBase 3.0 1. Turn computer ON. 2. Insert installation CD into your PC's CD-ROM drive. 3. Introduction screen will appear automatically. 4. Click "ArcSoft PhotoBase 3.0". 5. Follow on-screen instruction to install camera drivers. NOTE To find out more about PhotoBase 3.0 or how to use it, consult online help by clicking"?" Icon or "help" on the pull-down menu. 24 Install Camera Drivers and ArcSoft Programs ArcSoft VideoImpression 1.6 1. Turn computer ON. 2. Insert installation CD into your PC's CD-ROM drive. 3. Introduction screen will appear automatically. 4. Click "ArcSoft VideoImpression 1.6". 5. Follow on-screen instruction to install camera drivers. 6. Re-starting your computer is recommended. NOTE To find out more about VideoImpression 1.6 or how to use it, consult online help by clicking "?" Icon or "help" on the pull-down menu. 25 Install Camera Drivers and ArcSoft Programs QuickTime Player 6 1. Turn computer ON. 2. Insert installation CD into your PC's CD-ROM drive. 3. Introduction screen will appear automatically. 4. Click "QuickTime Player". 5. Follow on-screen instruction to install camera drivers. . 6. Re-starting your computer is recommended. NOTE To find out more about QuickTime Player 6 or how to use it, consult online help by clicking "?" Icon or "help" on the pull-down menu. 26 Uninstall Application Programs Uninstall ArcSoft PhotoImpression 4.0 1. Search through Start > Programs > ArcSoft > PhotoImpression 4.0 > Uninstall. 2. Follow on-screen instruction to uninstall software. Uninstall ArcSoft PhotoBase 3.0 1. Search through Start > Programs > ArcSoft > PhotoBase 3.0 > Uninstall. 2. Follow on-screen instruction to uninstall software. Uninstall ArcSoft VideoImpression 1.6 1. Search through Start > Programs > ArcSoft > VideoImpression 1.6 > Uninstall. 2. Follow on-screen instruction to uninstall software. 27 Download Photos Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer The procedures in this section describe how to transfer images from the camera to your computer using a memory card. Using a Computer with a Built-in SD Memory Card Slot Insert the SD memory card directly into the slot. Using a Computer with a Built-in PC Card Slot Use a commercially available PC card adapter (for an SD memory card/ MMC). For full details, see the user documentation that comes with the PC card adapter and your computer. Using a Commercially Available SD Memory Card Reader/Writer See the user documentation that comes with the SD memory card reader/ writer for details about how to use it. Using a Commercially Available PC Card Reader/ Writer and PC Card Adapter (for SD Memory Cards and MMC) See the user documentation that comes with the PC card reader/ writer and PC card adapter (for an SD memory card/MMC) for details about how to use them. 28 Download Photos Transferring Record Photos/ Video to Your Computer Connecting To PC Step 1. Turn the camera on, and then connect your camera to a computer via USB cable. Step 2. In Windows (98SE/ME/2000/XP), your PC will detect the camera after connection. NOTE For Windows 98SE users please install the installation CD first. For Windows XP For Windows Me/2000 Step 3. Double click My Computer on the desktop. Step 4. A removable disk drive appears. For Windows XP For windows 98SE/Me/2000 Step 5. Double click on the removable disk. Step 6. Double click on the DCIM folder. WARNING Please do not copy any files into the DCIM folder of your camera. Your camera may become unstable or crash. Step 7. You can now drag-and-drop files to your PC. 29 Download Photos Downloading Photo Using PhotoImpression 4.0 As a USB Mass Storage Device, with the camera connected, its memory will simply appear as a disk drive to the host computer. Any files can be copied to and from the camera's memory, just like any other file on any other disk drive. For Windows 98SE user, please go to Microsoft www.microsoft.com to update Windows for Mass Storage Function Support. Turn on the camera and connect with USB cable, the camera will set at "Mass Storage" mode. 1. Click "PhotoImpression 4.0" icon on desktop. 2. PhotoImpression 4.0 introduction screen will appear. 3. Click "From Folder" button. 4. Click "Browse". 5. Click "D:\ or G:\ (Mass Storage Disk) DCIM" and OK. 6. Use editing tools available on-screen to modify image(s). 30 Download Photos Photo and Sharing Management Using PhotoBase 3.0 1. Click "PhotoBase 3.0" icon on desktop. 2. PhotoBase 3.0 introduction screen will appear. 3. Open Album menu bar. 4. Select "Create New" and enter file name. 5. Open Album menu bar and select "Add Image". 6. Save the pictures to your computer. 7. Share and manage your pictures. 31 Video Playback Video Playback Using VideoImpression 1.6 1. Turn the camera on, with the mode switch set to " Use [ ][ ][ ][ ] to select " PC Camera" mode. " mode. 2. Click "VideoImpression 1.6" icon on desktop. 3. VideoImpression 1.6 introduction screen will appear. 4. Click "New" button. 5. Click "Capture". 6. Video will begin playing.