MDC-800 USER'S MANUAL Getting Started Camera Operation Getting Connected Software Applications ViewFun Appendices CONTENTS 2 Copyright Information All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form by any means, mechanical, optical, electronic, recording, or otherwise, without the written permission of the Manufacturer. The Manufacturer reserves the right to revise this manual and to make changes to any or all parts at any time, without obligation to notify any person or entity of such revisions and changes. All other brand or product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright © 1999 · Reorient the receiving antenna · Increase the distance between the equipment and the 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 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. NOTES: 1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 2. Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. FCC Statement This digital equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if it is not installed and used according to the instruction manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment causes harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off or on, try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 3 Contents Chapter 1: Getting Started Supported Computer Systems .................................................. 7 Package Contents ....................................................................... 7 Your Video Digital Camera ......................................................... 7 Power Supply .............................................................................. 9 Installing the Batteries ......................................................... 9 Using an AC Adapter .......................................................... 9 Low-Battery Indicator .......................................................... 9 Segment LCD Display Panel ..................................................... 9 Compact Flash Card ................................................................. 10 Installing/removing the Compact Flash Card ................. 10 Formatting the Compact Flash Card ................................ 10 Exposure Value ............................................................. 14 Display Brightness Control ........................................ 15 Information Display ..................................................... 16 Buzzer ............................................................................. 15 Video Out ....................................................................... 15 Video System ................................................................ 15 Language ....................................................................... 15 Capturing Images ..............................................................16 The LCD Menu- Playback Mode ...........................................17 Functions .............................................................................17 Four Picture Mode ....................................................... 17 Delete Menu ................................................................. 17 Delete All ....................................................................... 18 Protecting/Unprotecting Images ............................... 18 Video Play Menu .......................................................... 18 Slide Show ..................................................................... 18 Digital Zoom ................................................................. 19 Viewing Images ..................................................................19 On the Camera LCD ....................................................... 19 On the TV ....................................................................... 19 On the PC ....................................................................... 19 Chapter 2: Camera Operation The LCD Menu- Camera Mode ..............................................12 Functions .............................................................................12 Flash ............................................................................... 13 Quality ........................................................................... 13 Self-timer ........................................................................ 13 Exposure Mode ............................................................ 13 White Balance .............................................................. 13 Filters ............................................................................. 14 Video Record ................................................................. 14 Continuous Shooting .................................................. 14 Auto-Off ........................................................................ 14 CONTENTS 4 Chapter 3: Getting Connected Connecting to the TV ..............................................................21 Viewing Images ................................................................... 21 Viewing Real-time Video .................................................... 21 Connecting to the VCR ...........................................................22 Recording Real-time Video ................................................ 22 Connecting to the PC ..............................................................22 Using the Control Panel ...................................................30 Camera Mode ............................................................... 30 Capturing Images .................................................30 Playback Mode ............................................................. 31 Viewing Images .....................................................31 The Help System ....................................................................... 31 Chapter 5: ViewFun Hardware Installation ............................................................... 33 Starting ViewFun ....................................................................... 33 Functions ................................................................................... 34 View Window and Display ...................................................... 34 The Video Album ...................................................................... 35 The Photo Album ..................................................................... 35 Settings ...................................................................................... 36 The Advanced Settings ........................................................... 37 The Video Folder ................................................................ 37 The Picture Folder .............................................................. 38 The E-mail Folder ............................................................... 38 The Language Folder ........................................................ 38 Recording a Video Clip ...........................................................39 Taking a Picture ......................................................................39 E-mailing a Video Clip or Picture .........................................39 Chapter 4: Software Applications Software Installation ...............................................................24 Windows 95/NT 4.0/98 ...................................................... 24 Transferring Images to the PC .............................................24 Acquiring the Camera Software ...........................................25 Previewing Images ...................................................................25 The Photo Album ......................................................................26 The Setting Functions ....................................................... 27 Selecting Images ................................................................. 27 Protecting Images ............................................................... 28 Deleting Images .................................................................. 28 Using the Zoom Tool (Enlarging Images) ....................... 28 Marking Images .................................................................. 28 Printing a Photo Page Index .............................................. 28 Using the Status Bar .......................................................... 28 Using the Status Bar Button ............................................. 29 Playing Videos .................................................................... 29 Transferring Images ...............................................................29 To an image editing application (Transfer) ............. 29 Appendices Trouble Shooting ...................................................................... 41 Specifications ............................................................................ 43 Glossary ..................................................................................... 44 Technical Support ..................................................................... 46 5 Preface Thank you for your purchase of the MDC-800. This guide covers all of the features and functions of the camera. In this user guide you will find the following topics: Chapter 1: Getting Started This chapter explains how to make your camera operational. Chapter 2: Camera Operation This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions on how to operate the various functions of the camera. Chapter 3: Getting Connected This chapter gives you detailed instructions on how to connect and use the camera with the TV, VCR, and computer. Chapter 4: Software Applications This chapter describes in detail how to use the camera's software (The Photo Album). Chapter 5: ViewFun This chapter explains the features and functions of the included multi-function software. Appendices Provides troubleshooting information and specifications for the camera along with a manual index and technical support information. Chapter Supported Computer Systems ........................................7 Package Contents .............................................................7 Your Video Digital Camera .............................................7 Power Supply .....................................................................9 Installing the Batteries ................................................ 9 Using an AC Adapter ................................................. 9 Low-Battery Indicator ................................................. 9 Segment LCD Display Panel ..........................................9 Compact Flash Card ...................................................... 10 Installing/removing the Compact Flash Card ........ 10 Formatting the Compact Flash Card ....................... 10 1 Getting Started 7 Supported Computer Systems This camera complies with the TWAIN standards, the industry standard for imaging hardware and software. TWAIN eliminates compatibility problems with software and input devices from different vendors. The following are the minimum system requirements for optimum performance with color images: · · · · · · Pentium PC or notebook computer Windows 95/98/NT 4.0 16 MB RAM (32 MB recommended) 120 MB available hard disk space for software installation VGA or Super VGA color monitor CD-ROM Drive Your Video Digital Camera The camera is equipped with a number of different features and functions. To better understand and familiarize yourself with these features and functions, please refer to the following pages before using the camera. 2 1 Package Contents · · · · · · · MDC-800 camera including 4 AA batteries USB and RS232 connection cables NTSC and PAL video output cable 7.5V DC, 1.3A Power Adapter Camera strap and carrying bag Installation CD User's Manuals 3 1. Power Button: Turns the camera on/off. 2 ...