User manual MICROTEK TAKE-IT D1

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Warning If you take pictures of or use copyrighted material, you may violate copyright laws. Microtek holds no responsibility for the use of Microteks equipment to violate any such copyright laws. Microtek Lab, Inc. 16941 Keegan Avenue Carson, CA 90746 Main: 310-687-5800 .ax: 310-687-5950 http://www.microtekusa.com Microtek International, Inc. 6, Industry East Road 3 Science Based Industrial Park Hsinchu, 30077, Taiwan Tel: 886-3-5772155 .ax: 886-3-5772598 http://www.microtek.com Microtek Europe B.V. Klompenmakerstraat 76 3194DE Hoogvliet-RT The Netherlands Tel: 31-10-2425688 .ax: 31-10-2425699 http://www.microtekeurope.com EE Safety Precautions Before you use the camera, be sure to read the following safety precautions, which detail the proper operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to users or equipment. This symbol indicates situations where improper use of the camera may result in harm to the camera operator. This symbol indicates situations where improper use of the camera may result in damage to the camera. Children should not be allowed to have access to the camera. They could injure themselves with inappropriate use of the camera or by becoming entangled in the carrying strap. If a child swallows a camera battery, get the child medical attention. Subjecting the camera to water or any other liquid, or allowing condensation to form, may start a fire or give the user an electrical shock. If liquid gets inside the camera, turn the camera power off by removing the battery or unplugging the power cord (with dry hands). Allowing the camera to slowly adjust to temperature changes (as in transferring the unit from outdoors to indoors) will help to prevent condensation. Let any condensation evaporate before using the camera. Exposing the camera to too much heat may warp the camera casing or damage the batteries. Battery damage may result in fire, burns or electrical shock. Another source of possible burns is heat from the flash or camera itself. Touching the flash after it has been used extensively can cause burns. The camera body itself may burn your hands if the camera has been operated for a lengthy period of time. Do not drop batteries or let them be banged around. This could damage the casings, causing the batteries to leak. If the internal parts or components of the battery come into contact with your eyes or your mouth, flush the affected site with water and get medical help. iii Do not short-circuit the battery terminals and be sure to cover the terminals before you throw batteries away. If the terminals contact metal, they may overheat and explode, causing a fire. Do not leave the camera in humid or dusty areas. Dust and humidity can cause the camera to short circuit, leading to a fire. If the camera gets anywhere near a strong magnetic field, it may not work correctly, or the pictures taken may be ruined or adversely affected. Use a soft, absorbent cloth to clean the outside of your camera. Black or bright (red, green, blue, and white) dots may sometimes appear on the LCD screen. These are merely misfiring pixels, and have no effect on the recorded image. If you aim the camera at the sun, or shoot the flash close to someones eyes, you may injure your eyesight or that of someone else. If you see smoke or smell a burning odor coming from your camera, turn the camera off. If you continue to operate the camera, it could cause a fire or give you a shock. Do not clean the camera with flammable liquids, as these may cause a fire. iv Table of Contents Camera Overview .................... 1 Camera Package Contents ......... 2 Camera Components ................ 3 .ront/Bottom View ............... 3 Rear View .......................... 4 LCD Screen Displays ................ 5 Photo Mode ........................ 5 Movie Mode ........................ 6 Audio Mode ........................ 7 Playback Mode .................... 8 Using the Multifunction Buttons Using the Shutter Button ......... Using the Viewfinder .............. Holding the Camera ................ 18 19 19 19 Using the Slide Show ............. Rotating Images ..................... Playing Movies ...................... Television Viewing ................. 34 35 36 37 Shooting Images Shooting Still Images .............. Using the Digital Zoom ............ Using the .lash ...................... Continuous Shooting ............... Using the Self-Timer ............... Customizing Shooting-related Settings ............................... Selecting Photo Size ........... Selecting Photo Quality ....... Selecting the Shooting Drive Mode ............................... Adjusting the Exposure Compensation ................... Selecting the White Balance Selecting the Sharpness ...... Shooting Movies .................... 20 21 22 23 24 25 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Deleting Images Deleting the Current Image ...... 38 Deleting Selected Images ........ 38 Deleting All Images .............. 138 Audio Recording Audio .................... 39 Playing Audio ........................ 40 Getting Started Attaching the Strap ................ Loading the Batteries .............. SD Memory Card Insertion ....... Camera On/Off ...................... Setting the Date and Time ....... Selecting the Language .......... .ormatting the SD Card .......... 10 11 13 14 15 15 16 Digital Camera Settings Beep Adjustment ................... Setting the Date .................... Setting the Time .................... Selecting the Video System ..... .ormatting the SD Card .......... Digital Camera Reset .............. Copying to the SD Card .......... Selecting the .requency ......... Auto Power Saving ................ Selecting the Language .......... 42 42 42 43 43 43 44 44 44 45 Before Shooting Using the Mode Switch ........... 17 LCD Screen On/Off ................ 17 Using the Menus .................... 18 Viewing Images Single-image Display .............. 32 Nine-image Display ................. 32 Magnifying Images ................. 33 v Viewing Images on Your Computer System Requirements ............. A. Installing the Camera Driver . B. Getting the Camera Ready .. C. Connecting the Camera ....... D. Copying Images ................. E. Viewing Images ................. Value-bundled Software .......... 46 47 47 48 48 49 49 Appendices A. PC/Web Cam .................... B. Using the Batteries ............. C. Using the SD Card .............. D. Maintenance ..................... E. Troubleshooting ................. .. Warning and Error Messages G. Menu Items and .actory Defaults .......................... H. Specifications .................... 50 51 53 54 55 63 64 65 vi .ederal Communications Commission Interference Statement This equipment (MDC-TKS1CMOS or ES230) has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the .CC 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 communications. 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 into 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. Notes: A shielded USB interface cable with ferrite core installed on the camera connector end must be used with this equipment. Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the .CC 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. Responsible Party: Loi Han Microtek Lab, Inc. 16941 Keegan Avenue Carson, CA 90746 USA Phone: 310-687-5800 .ax: 310-687-5950 Tested to Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE vii Camera Overview Microtek's Take-it S1/D1 digital cameras are equipped with a mass storage function that enables you to capture high resolution pictures and see the results immediately. Your digital camera provides you with the best photo- and movie-taking experience possible and comes with the latest features, including the following: Still photos: Provides you with full control in taking still photos, allowing you precise handling over image resolution, quality, and sharpness, as well as plus and minus Exposure Value (EV), and white balance. The camera also features a 10-second timer and continuous image capture function. Movies/Audio: Enables you to record movie or audio clips of unlimited length. Storage: Accommodates an external SecureDigital (SD) storage memory card along with the camera's internal memory, enabling you to upgrade memory capacity. .ile management: Lets you view/delete the still images and movies on the cameras built-in LCD, a television screen, or a personal computer monitor. Printing: Lets you print images at home after transferring images to a computer. Alternatively, you can have images printed commercially by supplying the pictures on storage media such as an SD card or a CD to a print shop. PC camera: Lets you use the camera as a PC/Web cam in video conferencing mode by connecting it to your computer, using software such as Microsoft Netmeeting, and connecting to the Internet. Camera Package Contents Open your camera package and check the components listed in your packing list. If any component is missing, contact Microtek Customer Service. 1. Take-it S1/D1 Digital Camera 2. Strap 3. Two AA-sized Alkaline batteries 4. USB cable 5. Video cable 6. Microtek CD: Includes bundled software and camera driver 7. Documentation: Includes Take-it S1/D1 Quick Start Guide and other inserts 8. Pouch Camera Components .ront View 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. .lash (p.22) Viewfinder (p.19) Speaker Lens Microphone Self-timer indicator (p.24) Bottom View 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Connector cover AV-output connector (p.39) USB connector (p.39, 46) Tripod mount Battery and SecureDigital (SD) card cover 6. Battery compartment (p.11) 7. SD compartment (p.13) 8. Strap ring (p.10) ! Rear View 1. POWER button (p.14) 2. Mode switch (p.17) Playback mode (p.32) Photo mode (p.20) / Movie/Audio mode (p.31, 39) 3. Shutter/OK button (p.19) 4. Multifunction/4-way arrow buttons (p.18) 6. Up/ Zoom In (p.21, 33) Right/ .lash (p.22) Down/ Zoom Out/ Nine-image display (p.21, 32, 33) Left (Delete) button (p.38) 5. MENU (Menu) button (p.18) 7. DISP (Display) button (p.17) 8. LCD screen (p.17) 9. READY/.lash charger LED 10. Viewfinder (p.19) " LCD Screen Display Photo Mode 1. Photo Mode 2. Size - 2048x1536 pixels* - 1600x1200 pixels - 1280x960 pixels - 640x480 pixels * Interpolated 3. Quality (Compression) ( Best / .ine/ Normal) 4. .lash mode ( Auto/ Auto with Red-eye Reduction/ .orced/ with Red-eye Reduction/ Off) 5. Battery status indicator .ull/ Half/ Low) ( 6. SecureDigital (SD) card indicator 7. Number of pictures remaining 8. Digital zoom level 9. Sharpness Low/ Normal/ High) ( 10. Exposure Compensation (EV) (/// / ) 11. Drive mode ( Self-timer/ Continuous) 12. White Balance (WB) Daylight/ Tungsten/ .luorescent) ( Auto/ .orced # Movie Mode Movie Normal Display 1. Movie mode 2. Battery status indicator ( .ull/ Half/ Low) 3. SecureDigital (SD) card indicator 4. OK: Start (press the OK button to start recording) 5. STBY (Standby) Movie Recording Display 1. Movie mode 2. OK: Stop (press the OK button to stop recording) 3. Elapsed recording time 4. Recording in progress $ Audio Mode Audio Normal Display 1. Audio mode 2. Battery status indicator ( .ull/ Half/ Low) 3. SecureDigital (SD) card indicator 4. OK: Start (press the OK button to start recording) 5. STBY (Standby) Audio Recording Display 1. Audio mode 2. OK: Stop (press the OK button to stop recording) 3. Elapsed recording time 4. Recording in progress % Playback Mode Single-image Display (Normal view) 1. Playback mode 2. Battery status indicator ( .ull/ Half/ Low) 3. SecureDigital (SD) card indicator 4. Selected image 1 Single-image Display (Magnified view) 1. Playback mode 2. Battery status indicator .ull/ Half/ Low) ( 3. SecureDigital (SD) card indicator 4. Selected image 5. Magnification level (2X/3X/4X) & Movie Playing Display 1. Movie 2. OK: Stop (press the OK button to stop playing) 3. Selected movie 4. Elapsed movie playback time Audio Playing Display 1. Audio 2. OK: Stop (press the OK button to stop playing) 3. Selected audio 4. Elapsed audio playback time ' Getting Started This section gets you started on using your new digital camera right away. Attaching the Strap 1. Thread the strap through the camera strap ring as shown. 2. Thread the other end of the strap through the loop. NOTE: Take care when carrying the camera by the strap to prevent the camera from banging into other objects and to prevent the strap from becoming tangled. Loading the Batteries Use two AA-sized Alkaline batteries (supplied), or two AA-sized Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries as the power source for the camera. 1. Make sure that the camera is turned off; then push the battery cover in the direction of the arrow to open the cover. 2. Insert two AA-sized batteries into the compartment. Ensure that the plus (+) and minus () polarity of the batteries matches the polarity markings in the battery compartment. 3. Hold the batteries in place and close the battery cover securely. To remove the batteries, open the battery cover and take the batteries out. NOTE: Do not mix old batteries with new ones. Do not mix different types of batteries or batteries from different manufacturers. Remove batteries and store them when not using the camera to prevent the batteries from leaking and damaging the camera. See the Appendix Using the Batteries for details concerning the use of batteries to power the camera. Battery Status Check the battery status periodically to ensure that you have a usable battery charge. When the LCD screen is on, it displays the status of the battery charge to help you gauge battery life and prevent interruption during shooting and use of the camera. The battery charge display consists of a battery icon showing different levels of charging. When the battery icon appears to be empty, this indicates that the batteries need to be replaced or charged. .ull Half (blinking) Low Battery is fully charged Battery approaches half-life Battery low; replace or recharge soon NOTE: External conditions or the type of battery used may affect the reliability of the battery status display. SD Memory Card Insertion A SecureDigital (SD) card may be inserted in the camera to provide external memory in which to store images. Images are stored directly onto the SD card when the card is installed. 1. Make sure that the camera is turned off, then open the SD card cover. 2. Insert the SD card (not supplied) into the compartment until you hear a click. Ensure that the orientation of the SD card matches the SD card marking in the SD compartment. 3. Close the SD card cover securely. To remove the SD card, open the cover, push the card in, and release; the card pops out. NOTE: Incorrect insertion of the SD card will cause a memory error, blocking you from storing any data in the SD card. You may lose or damage data if you remove the SD card while it is in operation. See Appendix Using the SD card for details regarding the use of the SD card to store images. ! Camera On/Off To turn the camera on, press the POWER button. Press the POWER button again to turn it off. When the power is turned on, the green READY LED illuminates. Camera Auto Power Off In order to prolong battery life, the camera may be set to turn off automatically if the camera hasn't been used for two minutes. You can disable the auto power saving function in the Setup menu mode (refer to page 44). There are two instances when the camera will not turn off, even when auto power saving is enabled. The camera will not turn off when: Presenting a slide show Connecting to a computer through a USB or video output connection If the camera turns off automatically, press the POWER button to resume use. READY LED POWER Take-it S1 READY LED POWER Take-it D1 " Setting the Date and Time DATE/TIME enables you to set the date and change the clock setting. You should set the date and time when you use the camera for the first time. .ollow these instructions: 1. Set the Mode switch to any operation mode. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the / arrow buttons to enter Setup menu mode ( ) . 4. Use the / arrow buttons to select DATE or TIME. 5. Use the / arrow buttons to toggle between the yyyy, mm, and dd formats for the date, or hr, min and sec formats for the time. 6. Use the / arrow buttons to adjust the value. 7. Press the Shutter (OK) button once you have finalized the date and time settings. 8. Press the MENU button to confirm the settings and exit the menu. Selecting the Language The camera allows you to select the LCD screen display language. 1. Set the Mode switch to any operation mode. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the / arrow buttons to enter Setup menu mode ( ). 4. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select LANGUAGE, then select the language you want to use. 5. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the menu. You can press the MENU button again to check the language status. # .ormatting the SD Card After you install an SD card for the first time, you should first format the SD card with the camera. .ormatting removes all information that existed previously on the SD card. 1. Set the Mode switch to any operation mode. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the / arrow buttons to enter Setup menu mode ( ). 4. Use the / arrow buttons to select .ORMAT. 5. Press the Shutter (OK) button. A screen appears to allow you to format the installed SD card or to cancel. 6. Use 4-way arrow button to select OK, then press the Shutter (OK) button. The SD card is formatted. When formatting is completed, the LCD screen returns to the selected mode screen. When selected, the OK? setting appears as well and is highlighted in red, allowing you to format the installed SD card. $ Before Shooting Using the Mode Switch The Mode switch allows you to switch among between Playback, Photo, and Movie/Audio modes of operation. Playback Mode (p.32) Displays the last photo, movie, or audio taken. Allows you to browse and delete images, movie clips, and audio. Photo Mode (p.20) Normal shooting mode using automatic exposure, and providing a full selection of manual controls. / 39) Movie/Audio Mode (p.31/ LCD Screen On/Off The LCD screen with camera status is automatically activated when the camera is turned on. Use the LCD screen to frame your shots, as well as to view images and recorded video in playback mode. In any of the camera's operation mode, press the DISP button to turn the LCD screen on and off. The LCD screen displays the status and settings relevant to the mode you are in. 1. In any mode, press the DISP button to turn off the camera status. 2. Press the DISP button again to turn off the LCD screen. DISP LCD screen with camera status LCD screen without camera status Allows you to record movie and audio clips of unlimited length (limited only by the size of the available memory). LCD screen off % Using the Menus Different menus are available for Photo, Playback, Movie/Audio, and Setup modes. Use the MENU button to display a menu for the selected mode. (The Setup menu is displayed in all modes.) To access Menu mode: 1. Set the Mode switch to any operation mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The selected modes menu is displayed on the LCD screen. Use the / arrow buttons to navigate through the menu selections. Use the / arrow buttons to toggle between options. Using the Multifunction Buttons The Multifunction buttons provide Up, Down, Left, and Right arrow selections for navigating the Menu screens. In addition to navigation, the buttons also provide other functions in Photo, Movie/Audio, and Playback mode. Refer to the following table. Button Playback Zoom In Next Zoom Out/ Nine-image display Previous Photo Zoom In .lash Zoom Out Movie/ Audio When an area is selected, it is displayed with a blue background. The selected setting is highlighted in red. 3. Press the MENU button to confirm the settings and exit the menu. MENU Multifunction buttons & Using the Shutter Button Press the Shutter button all the way down to take a picture. NOTE: you can enable a beeping sound when you press the Shutter button (refer to Beep Adjustment on page 42.) Using the Viewfinder The Viewfinder may be used to take pictures instead of the LCD screen. Using the Viewfinder conserves battery power. Press the DISP button to turn off the LCD screen. Use the Viewfinder to center and frame your shot before pressing the Shutter button to take the picture. Holding the Camera .or best results, hold the camera with both hands. .rame the subject in the center of the LCD screen or Viewfinder. The framed image is recorded when you press the Shutter button. NOTE: Avoid obstructing the camera or flash when shooting photos or movies. Hold the camera securely with both hands to prevent the camera from shaking and producing a blurry picture. Use a tripod for best results, especially when using the self-timer or in dark places when the flash is turned off. Avoid touching the lens or the flash. Shutter button Viewfinder ' Shooting Shooting Still Images .ollow these instructions when shooting a still image: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Photo). Settings are automatically adjusted and displayed on the LCD screen. 3. Press the Shutter button. The still image is taken when a beep sounds. Do not move the camera until you hear the beep. The camera is ready to take another picture when a message BUSY disappears from the LCD screen. NOTE: Minimum distance between the lens and your subject must be 1m. Take care when shooting the following subjects as they are difficult to bring into focus: - Low contrast subjects such as a flat white surface The following icons are default display settings showed on the LCD screen when you shoot a still image. Photo Mode displays the currently selected mode. Image Size displays the currently selected image size. Quality (Compression) displays the current image quality. .lash Mode displays the flash setting. Battery Status Indicator shows the remaining battery charge. SD indicates whether a SecureDigital card is inserted. 76 Number of pictures remaining indicates the number of shots available. 2. .rame the subject using the LCD screen. - .lat, smooth objects - Quickly moving objects - Subjects that are dimly illuminated - Reflective surfaces - Subjects in locations with heavy backlighting .or best results, focus on a separate object that is near your subject and then shoot the picture. Using the Digital Zoom Use the Digital Zoom feature to magnify distant images. Press the button to digitally enlarge the subject more than the specified optical zoom ratio. The maximum digital zoom value is 4X. To shoot pictures using the Digital Zoom feature: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Photo). 2. .rame the subject using the LCD screen. 3. Press the button until the desired zoom value is reached. A zoom level value is displayed on the LCD screen indicating the zoom status. 4. Press the Shutter button to take the picture. To exit digital zoom mode, press the / button. NOTE: .or best results, compose your shots on the LCD screen when using digital zoom. The digital zoom setting is disabled when you change modes. Before After Using the .lash .ive .lash mode settings are available to match shooting conditions: Auto (Auto flash) The flash fires when ambient lighting conditions require its use. Auto with Red-eye Reduction The flash will fire when ambient lighting conditions require its use and will reduce the red-eye effect. .orced (.lash on) The flash fires every time you take a picture, regardless of ambient lighting conditions. .orced with Red-eye Reduction The flash fires every time you take a picture regardless of lighting conditions and will reduce the redeye effect. Off (.lash off) The flash will not fire. When using the flash function, the effective distance between the lens and your subject is within 3.28 to 6.56 ft. (1 to 2.0 m). To select a flash mode: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Photo). 2. .rame the subject using the LCD screen. 3. Press / to select the desired .lash mode. The .lash mode changes each time when the button is pressed, and is displayed on the LCD screen. 4. Press the Shutter button to take the shot. NOTE: The .lash mode icon on the LCD screen displays the current flash mode. .lash mode remains set until you change the .lash mode. When the flash is charging, the LCD screen turns off and the flash LED blinks. Once charging is complete, the LCD screen turns on, indicating that the camera is ready to take a picture. The factory default flash setting is .lash Off. Continuous Shooting Continuous shooting enables you to take three pictures in rapid succession with a single press of the Shutter button. To shoot images continuously: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Photo). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select DRIVE MODE, then select (Continuous shooting). 5. .rame the subject in the LCD screen, and press the Shutter button. Three pictures are taken in rapid succession after the Shuttle button is pressed. NOTE: If the SD card is filled, the camera will stop taking pictures. Continuous shooting mode switches off after the picture has been taken. To prevent blurred images, hold the camera steady before you press the Shutter button. 4. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the menu. The Continuous Shooting icon appears on the LCD screen. ! Using the Self-Timer The Self-timer enables you to take an image of yourself by setting a 10-second delay on the shutter. To shoot with the Self-timer: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Photo). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select DRIVE MODE, then select (Self-timer). 5. .rame the subject in the LCD screen, and press the Shutter button. The Self-timer indicator starts blinking when the self-timer starts, and you have 10 seconds to get into position before the picture is taken. A tone beeps for two seconds before the camera takes the shot. NOTE: Self-timer mode switches off after the picture has been taken. Before After 4. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the menu. The Self-timer icon appears on the LCD screen. " Customizing Shooting-related Settings Selecting Photo Size The Size setting enables you to select image resolution. .our size settings are available: 3M 2048 x 1536 pixels* 2M 1600 x 1200 pixels 1M 1280 x 960 pixels VGA 640 x 480 pixels * Interpolated Each mode has its own advantages and disadvantages. Higher resolution settings provide detailed images and photo quality prints; the file size, however, is larger. Lower resolution settings provide small file sizes; image quality, however, is slightly degraded. Low resolution is often used for images that are viewed online on the Internet or sent via email. To select photo size: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Photo). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select SIZE, then select 3M, 2M, 1M, or VGA. 4. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the menu. 5. Press the Shutter button to take the shot. # Selecting Photo Quality The camera features three compression options for managing still photos. (Best): Provides a more detailed image for photo quality prints, but takes up more memory. (.ine): The normal setting used for everyday photography. (Normal): May be used to allow more images to be loaded onto an SD card. To select the quality setting, 1. Set the Mode switch to (Photo). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select QUALITY, then select , , or . 4. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the menu. 5. Press the Shutter button to take the shot. $ Selecting the Shooting Drive Mode This mode enables you to determine how you want to shoot your still images. The following shooting drive modes are available: (Single): Enables you to shoot single still images. This is the default mode. (p.20) (Continuous): Enables you to take three still images in sequence at a single press of the Shutter button. (p.23) (Self-timer): Enables a 10second delay after pressing the Shutter button before the picture is taken. (p.24) To select the driver mode setting, 1. Set the Mode switch to (Photo). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select DRIVE MODE, then select from among , , or . Single 4. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the menu. 5. Press the Shutter button to take the shot. Continuous Self-timer % Adjusting the Exposure Compensation ± Use the Exposure Compensation Value (EV) setting to adjust the brightness of the entire subject. Set the EV so that the subject in the photo doesnt come out too dark or too light. EV adjustments are made from -2 to +2 in 1-step increments. Option -2EV -1EV 0 +1EV +2EV Result Darkest Darken Normal Lighten Lightest To select the EV Compensation setting: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Photo). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select ±EV, then select -2, -1, 0, +1, or +2. Before (This image looks too dark.) 4. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the menu. 5. Press the Shutter button to take the shot. After (With a positive EV value applied, this image looks brighter.) & Selecting the White Balance The White Balance (WB) control enables you to correct the white color in shots taken under different lighting conditions. .unction (Auto) (Daylight) (Tungsten) Set WB automatically Use outdoors in sunlight Corrects for light bulb illumination Use Regular use Natural Lighting Indoor without flash Indoor without flash To select the White Balance setting: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Photo). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select WB, then select , , , or . Corrects for (.luorescent) fluorescent bulb illumination 4. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the menu. 5. Press the Shutter button to take the shot. ' Selecting the Sharpness The Sharpness control sharpens (highlights) or softens (blends) the edges of a photo. .unction (High) Sharpens image edges No special effect Use Increase image clarity or crop image No adjustment To select the Sharpness setting: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Photo). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select Sharpness, then , , or . Before (Normal) (Low) Softens the edges Good for of image edges portrait shots 4. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the menu. 5. Press the Shutter button to take the shot. After ! Shooting Movies Movie mode allows you to record movie clips of unlimited length (limited only by the size of available memory). Clips are recorded at a resolution of 320 x 240 dpi, at 15 frames per second. Movies are saved in memory in the AVI file format. To shoot a movie: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Movie/Audio). / 3. Press and release the Shutter (OK) button to begin recording a movie. Images and sound are recorded continuously, with the elapsed time is shown on the LCD screen as the movie is recording. The movie standby recording screen appears on the LCD screen. 2. Compose your shot using the LCD screen. 4. Press the Shutter (OK) button once more to stop shooting. NOTE: .or best results hold the camera steady and use fluid motions when recording movies. ! Viewing Images Singe-image Display Playback mode enables you to view single images one at a time. 1. Set the Mode switch to (Playback). When you enter Playback mode, the normal display is that of the last image you shot, filling the entire LCD screen. 2. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select other images to view. next image previous image Nine-image Display You can view images as a composite display of nine images at the same time on the LCD screen. 1. Set the Mode switch to (Playback). 2. Press the / button. Nine images are displayed at the same time on the LCD screen. The selected image is bordered by a yellow frame. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select a different picture. To return to single-image display, In the composite nine-image display mode, press the Shutter (OK) button; the selected image returns to single-image display. When you operate the camera, the images and movie recordings you made with the camera are available for viewing on the LCD screen. Image viewing may be done for a single image, or for a composite display of nine images. Image and movie viewing is accomplished by means of the Playback mode, which displays the last image photo or movie taken. Playback mode also allows you to browse, delete, and present a slide show of stored images. In addition, images can be magnified or rotated in Playback mode. To enter Playback mode: Set the Mode switch to (Playback). To enter Playback menu mode: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Playback). 2. Press the MENU button to display the Playback menu mode. ! Magnifying Images This feature enables you to zoom in on a picture at up to four times the original viewing size. To magnify the images: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Playback). 2. Press the button repeatedly to enlarge the image from normal, to twice the size, to three times the size, and to four times the size. The picture appears on the LCD screen with its magnification level shown. 3. Press the / repeatedly to reduce the image from four times the size, to three times the size, to twice the size, to normal size. NOTE: Image magnification only works on still images. When you see an image on the LCD screen with a playback icon ( ), this indicates the image can be magnified for viewing. After Before If you are currently viewing a magnified image, you can use the cameras Pan feature for scrolling through the magnified image. 1. Press the Shutter (OK) button. A Pan icon ( ) appears on the LCD screen next to the image magnification level. Magnified image 2. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to scroll through parts of a magnified image into view. Scrolled image 3. Press the Shutter (OK) button again to disable the Pan feature. !! Using the Slide Show The Slide Show selection enables you to view your stored images by playing them back in sequence (if you have stored more than one image). You can run the Slide Show for a business presentation, family show, or other situation. To run a slide show: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Playback). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select SLIDE SHOW. When selected, the OK? setting appears as well and is highlighted in red, allowing you to run a slide show. 4. Press the Shutter (OK) button. The slide show starts. 5. Press the Shutter (OK) button again to stop the slide show. !" Rotating Images If you take a picture while holding the camera vertically, this selection enables you to rotate the image to a horizontal position when you play it back later for viewing. To rotate the image: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Playback). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select ROTATION. 4. Press the Shutter (OK) button. A screen appears to allow you to rotate the image or to cancel. Before 5. Use the 4-way arrow button to select 90°, 180°, or 270°, then press the Shutter (OK) button. The picture is rotated. After When selected, the OK? setting appears as well and is highlighted in red, allowing you to rotate an image. !# Playing Movies Playback mode also enables you to play movies that are stored in memory on the LCD screen. To play back movies, 1. Set the Mode switch to (Playback). 2. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select desired movie. If this is a movie, the first frame of the movie is shown on the LCD screen and comes with a Movie icon ( ). 3. Press the Shutter (OK) button to view a selected movie. The movie will be played while the Shutter button is pressed. Press the Shutter (OK) button again to stop movie playback. Pressing the Shutter (OK) button once more restarts playback. !$ Television Viewing This feature enables you to view your cameras movies and images on a TV monitor instead of the LCD screen. To view the cameras images and movies on a TV, you must first select the video output system. To select the video output system: 1. Set the Mode switch to any operation mode. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to enter Setup menu mode ( ). 4. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select VIDEO, then select NTSC or PAL. To view images on a TV set: 1. Make sure the TV set is turned off. 2. Connect the camera to your TV set, using the provided Video cable. Connect one end of the Video cable to the cameras TVoutput connector. Connect the other end of the cable to the Video In jack of the TV set. NTSC: .or USA, Canada, Mexico, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, etc. PAL: .or Europe, Australia, China, Singapore, etc. 5. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the menu. 3. Turn on the TV set and switch it to run off Video Input. 4. Set the cameras Mode switch to (Playback). The most recently recorded image appears on the TV monitor. !% Deleting Images Deleting Selected Image If you want to delete a stored image, you must first select the image you want to delete. To delete the selected image: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Playback). 2. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select the image you want to delete. 3. Press the (Delete) button. A confirmation screen prompts you to confirm your decision to delete the selected image. 4. Select OK to delete the image, then press the Shutter (OK) button. The selected image is removed from memory and will no longer be available for viewing. Deleting All Images To delete all images: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Playback). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select ERASE ALL. You can remove images from the internal camera memory, as well as from the SD card. This allows you to free up memory space in which to store future images. Deleting the Current Image If you are currently viewing an image and decide that you want to remove it: 1. Press the (Delete) button. A confirmation screen prompts you to confirm your decision to delete the current image. When selected, the OK? setting appears as well and is highlighted in red, allowing you to erase all images. 4. Press the Shutter (OK) button. A confirmation screen appears to allow you to erase all images or to cancel. 5. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select OK, then press the Shutter (OK) button. All the images are removed from the memory and will no longer be available for viewing. 2. Select OK to delete the image, then press the Shutter (OK) button. !& Audio Recording Audio Audio mode allows you to record audio clips of unlimited length in the WAV file format (limited only by the size of available memory). To record audio: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Movie/Audio) / The audio standby recording screen appears on the LCD screen. The movie standby recording screen appears on the LCD screen. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select DRIVE MODE, then select . 5. Press and release the Shutter (OK) button. Audio recording begins, with the elapsed time shown on the LCD screen. 4. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the menu. 6. Press the Shutter (OK) button once more to stop recording. !' Playing Audio Playback mode enables you to play audio files that are stored in memory. To playback audio: 1. Set the Mode switch to (Playback). 2. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select an audio clip. If this is an audio clip, the audio clip is shown with an Audio icon ( ). 3. Press the Shutter (OK) button. The audio file begins playback. The elapsed time is shown on the LCD screen as the audio plays back. Press the Shutter (OK) button again to stop audio playback. Pressing the Shutter (OK) button once more restarts playback. " Digital Camera Settings To enter Setup menu mode: The Setup mode is available during any mode of camera operation. 1. Set the Mode switch to any operation mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The selected modes menu is displayed on the LCD screen. 3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to enter Setup menu mode ( ). 4. Use the 4-way arrow buttons in the Setup menu mode. Use the / arrow buttons to navigate through the menu selections. Use the / arrow buttons to toggle between the options. Setup menu mode Photo menu mode The Take-it S1/D1 camera provides several operator-controlled manual settings that enable you to tailor the camera to your specific needs. The basic functions are entered in the Setup menu mode of operation. When an area is selected, it is displayed with a blue background. The selected setting is highlighted in red. " Beep Adjustment BEEP determines whether a beep signal is heard when you successfully perform an operation with the camera. 1. Enter Setup menu mode. 2. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select BEEP. 3. Use the / arrow buttons to toggle between ON and O... Select ON to enable the beep signal. Select O.. to disable the beep. 4. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the Setup menu. Setting the Date DATE enables you to change the calendar setting in your camera. 1. Enter Setup menu mode. 2. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select DATE. 3. Use the / arrow buttons to toggle between the yyyy, mm, and dd settings. 4. Use the / arrow buttons to change setting. 5. Press the Shutter (OK) button once you have finalized the date settings. 6. Press the MENU button to confirm the settings and exit the Setup menu. Setting the Time TIME enables you to change the time setting in your camera. 1. Enter Setup menu mode. 2. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select TIME. 3. Use the / arrow buttons to toggle between the hr, mm, and sec settings. 4. Use the / arrow buttons to change setting. 5. Press the Shutter (OK) button once you have finalized the time settings. 6. Press the MENU button to confirm the settings and exit the Setup menu. " Selecting the Video System VIDEO enables you to select your video system standard -- NTSC or PAL -- allowing you to match the color system of your camera to that of your television. 1. Enter Setup menu mode. 2. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select VIDEO. 3. Use the / arrow buttons to toggle between NTSC and PAL. 4. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and exit the Setup menu. .ormatting the SD Card .ORMAT enables you to prepare the SD card to record images. .ormatting removes all information that previously existed on the SD card. 1. Enter Setup menu mode. 2. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select .ORMAT. When selected, the OK? setting appears as well and is highlighted in red, allowing you to format the installed SD card. 3. Press the Shutter (OK) button. A screen appears to allow you to format or to cancel. 4. Use the 4-way arrow button to select OK , then press the Shutter (OK) button. The SD card is formatted. Digital Camera Reset RESET returns the camera settings to default values. 1. Enter Setup menu mode. 2. Use the 4-way arrow buttons to select RESET. When selected, the OK? setting appears as well and is highlighted in red, allowing you to return some camera settings to their default values. 3. Press the Shutter (OK) button. A screen appears to allow you to reset or to cancel. 4. Use the 4-way arrow button to select OK , then press the Shutter (OK) button. The camera settings return to default values except for date, time, and flash. "!