HDC-1491E_EN
HDC-1491E_EN
HDC-1491E_EN
1. Shutter button
2. ON/OFF Power button
3. Flash
4. Self-timer LED
5. Microphone
6. USB terminal
7. Lens
Rear View
a. LCD monitor
b. Status LED
c. Strap holder
d. Battery / Memory card cover
e. Tripod socket
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Function
Item
Capture Mode Video Mode Playback Mode
1. Shutter button Record button Still image: to capture mode
Video clip: to capture mode
2. :Zooms out :Zooms in :Zooms out :Zooms in :Zooms out :Zooms in
3. Switches to: Switches to: Still image: to capture mode
Video mode >capture mode capture mode >Video mode Video clip: to capture mode
4. Focus Focus Next 10th image
5. Flash -- Next image
6. If any scene mode is set: Still image: to display image
switches to scene mode Records voice memo ( if
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selection screen “Voice Memo” is “On”).
Video clip: to play video clip
7. Self-timer Self-timer Previous 10th image
8. Compensations>P -- Previous image
9. Playback Mode Playback Mode Still image: to capture mode
Video clip: to capture mode
10. Capture menu Video menu Playback menu
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GETTING STARTED
Preparation
1. Attach the camera strap.
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CAPTURE MODE
Capturing Images
Your camera is equipped with a 2.7" full colour TFT LCD monitor to help you compose
images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings.
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PLAYBACK MODE
Playing Back Still Images
You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor.
1. Press the 7 button.
The last image appears on the screen.
2. The images can be displayed in forward or
reverse sequence with the e / f buttons.
To view the previous image, press the e
button.
To view the next image, press the f button.
Turn the zoom lever to side enlarges the
image.
To return to normal magnification, turn the
zoom lever to side.
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VIDEO MODE
Recording Video Clips
This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 / 640 x 480 /
720p pixels.
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to
[ ].
2. Compose the image.
3. Press the shutter button.
The recording of the video clip will start.
Pressing the shutter button one more time will end the
recording of the video clip.
The recording time depends on the storage size and
the subject of the image to be recorded.
The zoom function cannot be used during video recording.
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Erasing Images
Erasing in Photography Mode (Quick Delete Function)
The quick delete function enables you to delete
the last captured image during capture.
1. Press the 7 button.
The last image appears on the screen.
2. Select the image you want to erase with the e /
f buttons.
3. Press the MENU button.
4. Select [Delete] with the c / d buttons, and ; ;
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TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR
COMPUTER
System Requirement
Windows Macintosh
Pentium III 1GHz or equivalent PowerPC G3/G4/G5
Windows XP/Vista/7 OS 10.3.9 or later
512MB RAM 256MB RAM (512 MB recommended)
150MB available hard disk space 128MB available hard disk space
CD-ROM drive CD-ROM drive
Available USB port Available USB port
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FCC STATEMENT
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.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital
devices, 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
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.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15
of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise
specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could
be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway
(fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable
(USB, etc.) again.
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READ THIS FIRST
Trademark Information
Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.
SD™ is a trademark.
SDHC™ is a trademark.
Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
Product Information
Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This
includes primary product specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s
manual. This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product.
The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from
those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often
specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market
requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products
very often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries,
chargers, AC adapters, memory cards, cables, pouches, and language support.
Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product colour, appearance, and
internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and
included accessories.
The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ
from the actual design of your camera.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user
manual.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.
Warnings
If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power off
and remove the batteries.
Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of
purchase.
If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power
off and remove the batteries.
Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of
purchase.
Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.
This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask
the store of purchase.
Use the supplied AC adapter only with the indicated power supply
voltage.
Use with any other power supply voltage might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not use the camera in areas near water.
This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain, snow,
on the beach, or near the shore.
Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.
This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing damage.
Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.
Swallowing the batteries might cause poisoning. If the batteries are
accidentally swallowed, immediately consult a physician.
Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a
motorcycle.
This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.
Please use batteries with complete external seals.
Do not use batteries from which the seals have been damaged or removed.
This may cause leakage, explosion, or injury.
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Cautions
Load the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the
terminals.
Loading the batteries with their polarities inverted might cause fire and
injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or
leaking.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.
This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to
leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your
body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has entered your
eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.
A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use
excessive force when handling the camera.
This might cause damage to the camera.
Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.
This might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not remove the batteries immediately after long period of
continuous use.
The batteries become hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause
burns.
Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.
This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire. Use
the camera in a well-ventilated place.
Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise
significantly, such as inside a car.
This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.
Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.
Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and
electric shock.
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Notes on Battery Usage
When you use the batteries, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety
Instructions and the notes described below:
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CONTENTS
7 INTRODUCTION 29 Playback Menu
7 Overview 30 Setup Menu
7 Package Contents 32 TRANSFERRING FILES TO
8 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR YOUR COMPUTER
CAMERA 32 Downloading Your Files
8 Front View 32 USING THE CAMERA AS A PC
8 Rear View CAMERA
9 LCD Monitor Display
33 EDITING SOFTWARE
11 GETTING STARTED INSTALLATION
11 Preparation
12 Initial Settings 34 SPECIFICATIONS
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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera.
Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart
camera. Equipped with a 14.0-megapixel CCD, this camera is capable of capturing
images with a resolution of up to 4288X3216 pixels.
Package Contents
Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items:
Common Product Components:
Digital Camera
Quick Start Guide
Software CD-ROM
USB cable
Camera strap
Camera pouch
2 x AA size batteries
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA
Front View
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1. Shutter button
2. ON/OFF Power button
3. Flash
4. Self-timer LED
5. Microphone
6. USB terminal
7. Lens
Rear View
a. LCD monitor
b. Status LED
c. Strap holder
d. Battery / Memory card cover
e. Tripod socket
e d
Function
Item
Capture Mode Video Mode Playback Mode
1. Shutter button Record button Still image: to capture mode
Video clip: to capture mode
2. :Zooms out :Zooms in :Zooms out :Zooms in :Zooms out :Zooms in
3. Switches to: Switches to: Still image: to capture mode
Video mode >capture mode capture mode >Video mode Video clip: to capture mode
4. Focus Focus Next 10th image
5. Flash -- Next image
6. If any scene mode is set: Still image: to display image
switches to scene mode Records voice memo ( if
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selection screen “Voice Memo” is “On”).
Video clip: to play video clip
7. Self-timer Self-timer Previous 10th image
8. Compensations>P -- Previous image
9. Playback Mode Playback Mode Still image: to capture mode
Video clip: to capture mode
10. Capture menu Video menu Playback menu
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LCD Monitor Display
Capture mode
1. Zoom status 00214
2. Available number of shots
3. Storage media
[r] Internal memory (no card)
[ ] SD/SDHC memory card
4. Battery condition
[l] Full battery power
[o] Medium battery power
[n] Low battery power 2010.01.01 13:15 SET SCN
[m] No battery power
5. Focus setting
[K] Auto 17. Image quality
[ ] AF Tracking [ ] Fine
[ ] Face Detect [ ] Standard
[O] Macro [ ] Economy
[Q] Infinity 18. ISO
6. Flash mode [2] Auto
[b] Auto [5] ISO 100
[a] Flash On [7] ISO 200
[d] Flash Off [9] ISO 400
[c] Red-eye [0] ISO 800
[`] Slow Sync [;] ISO 1600
[_] Pre-flash 19. Slow shutter warning
7. [s] Exposure compensation 20. Mode icon / Scene mode
8. Self-timer & Self-portrait icon [ ] Auto
[i] Off [ ] Intelligent Scene
[ ] Self-portrait [ ] Smile Detection
[f] 2 sec. [ ] Anti-shake
[g] 10 sec. [ ] Panorama
[h] 10+2 sec. [ ] Portrait Man
9. [ ] Histogram [ ] Portrait Lady
10. Image size resolution [ ] Landscape
[ ] 4288 x 3216 [ ] Sports
[ ] 3264 x 2448 [ ] Night Portrait
[ ] 2304 x 1728 [ ] Night Scene
[ ] 1600 x 1200 [ ] Candlelight
[x] 640 x 480 [ ] Fireworks
11. Set key: SCN hint icon [ ] Text
12. Main focus area [ ] Sunset
13. Date and time [ ] Sunrise
14. Quick shot [ ] Splash Water
15. Capture mode icon [ ] Flow Water
[ ] Single [ ] Snow
[T] Continuous [ ] Beach
[U] AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) [ ] Pets
16. White balance [ ] Natural Green
[@] Auto [ ] Program AE
[$] Incand.
[&] Fluoresc.1
[*] Fluoresc.2
[%] Daylight
[#] Cloudy
[(] Manual WB
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Video mode
1. Zoom status
1 2 3
2. Storage media
3. Battery condition 12
4. Focus setting
5. Flash mode 11 4
6. Self-timer icon 10 5
7. Video resolution 6
8. Available recording time/Elapsed time
9. Date and time
10. Video quality
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11. Audio off icon 2010.01.01 13:15 00:00:00 / 02:28:49
12. Mode icon
13. Main focus area 9 13 8
4. Storage media 12
5. Battery condition 11
6. Image size resolution 10
7. Date and time 9 F2.8 1/3
8. Histogram
9. Shutter speed value/Aperture value 8 6
10. Exposure value 2010.01.01 13:15
11. Image quality
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12. ISO
13. Mode icon
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GETTING STARTED
Preparation
1. Attach the camera strap.
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Initial Settings
Setting the Date and Time
The date/time needs to be set if and when:
The camera is turned on for the first time.
The camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the batteries for an
extended period of time.
When the date and time information is not displayed on the LCD monitor, follow these
steps to set the correct date and time.
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera
mode to [ ] or [ ]; or press the 7 button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select the [Setup] at the end of the Menu with the
c / d buttons, and press the SET button.
4. Select [Date/Time] with the c / d buttons, and
press the SET button.
5. Select the date format with the c / d buttons, Off
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Choosing the Language
Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD
monitor.
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera
mode to [ ] or [ ]; or press the 7 button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select the [Setup] at the end of the Menu with
the c / d buttons, and press the SET button.
4. Select [Language] with the c / d buttons and
press the SET button.
5. Select the displayed language with the e / f /
c / d buttons and press the SET button. ; ;
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CAPTURE MODE
Capturing Images
Your camera is equipped with a 2.7" full colour TFT LCD monitor to help you compose
images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings.
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Setting the Scene Mode
By simply selecting one of the available 23 scene modes, you can capture the image
with the most appropriate settings.
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera
mode to [ ], and press the SET button.
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Scene mode Description
Night Scene Select this mode when you want to capture dark scenes such as night
views.
Candlelight Select this mode when you want to capture photos of candlelight scene,
without spoiling the ambience.
Fireworks Select this mode when you want to capture fireworks clearly with
optimal exposure. The shutter speed becomes slower, so using a tripod
is recommended.
Text Select this mode when you want to capture an image that contains
black and white subjects like printed documents.
Sunset Select this mode when you want to capture a sunset. This mode helps
keep the deep hues in the scene.
Sunrise Select this mode when you want to capture a sunrise. This mode helps
keep the deep hues in the scene.
Splash Water Select this mode when you want to capture photos of splashing water.
Flow Water Select this mode when you want to capture the soft flowing water.
Snow Select this mode when you want to capture clear snow scenes without
darkened subjects and bluish tint.
Beach Select this mode when you want to capture bright beach scenes and
sunlit water surfaces.
Pets Select this mode when you want to capture your pets. Shoot from their
eye level.
Natural Green Select this mode when you want to capture the green scenery
background such as forest. This mode helps to brighten the colours.
Program AE This mode allows you to manually set parameters other than the shutter
speed and the aperture value.
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Setting the Panorama Mode
This mode is designed to make it easier to take a series of shots then stitch them
together with software to make a single image. You can capture a photographic subject
that won’t fit into a single frame, such as a landscape, and stitch it together later with a
program such as Arcsoft Panorama Maker® 4.0 application.
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ ], and press the SET
button.
2. Select [Panorama] with the e / f / c / d buttons, and press the SET button.
3. Select the photographic direction with the e / f buttons.
4. Shoot the first image.
The next image appears beside the previous image.
5. Orient the camera so that the second frame overlaps a small portion of the
photographic subject of the first image and press the shutter button to capture the
next image.
6. Follow the same steps to capture subsequent images in the sequence.
7. Finish the sequence by pressing the MENU button or switch to another mode after
the last image has been recorded.
Taking Images When the Smile Feature Is On
With the camera’s new “smile detection” function, this camera detects smiles so youdo
not miss those special moments in life.
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode 00214
to [ ], and press the SET button.
2. Select [Smile Detection] with the e / f / c / d
buttons, and press the SET button.
3. Compose the image, and press the shutter button
down fully.
4. Once the camera detects a smile, it will
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automatically capture 3 images (by default, the flash
mode setting is set tod).
If the [Capture Md.] is set to [Single], the camera
will only capture an image after it detects a smile.
When capturing group shots (if the number of
people is more than 1), the camera will
automatically capture the image(s) when it
detects two smiles.
If the camera does not detect a smile within 5
seconds, the camera returns to preview display.
Press the shutter button once again to reactivate this function.
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Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology
Face Detection Technology can identify and focus on the human faces in the image.
This advanced function simultaneously detects up to 10 human faces regardless of their
position in the scene.
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ ].
2. Press the button, and select [ ] icon with the e / f buttons. Press the SET
button.
With Face Detection turned on, the camera identifies main face (white frame)
and subsidiary faces (gray frames).
If the camera cannot detect and track any faces, there will be no frame shown on
the screen.
3. Press the shutter button halfway down to lock the
focus.
When the main face is in focus, the white
frame simultaneously turns green. Otherwise,
it turns red.
4. Press the shutter button down fully to capture
your image.
Focus lock
AF Tracking Mode
Use this option to take pictures of moving subject.
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ ].
2. Press the button, and select [ ] icon with the e / f buttons. Press the SET
button.
3. To lock the desired tracking subject, press the d button.
The frameautomatically tracks the subject movement to focus on it continuously.
4. Press the shutter button down fully to capture your image.
When the camera fails to recognize or track the subject, the frame will turns red
andblinks.After blinking of the red frame, the camera returns to unlock display.
Press thed button,to returns to unlock display.
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Self-portrait Function
Use this function to take pictures of yourself or include yourself in pictures.
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ ].
2. Press the e button, and select [ ] icon with the e / f buttons. Press the SET
button.
3. Press the shutter button.
4. If the camera detect and track any faces, after twice blinking of the self-timer LED,
one image will be captured.
Press the shutter button to exit.
If it does not detect any face within 30 seconds, the camera will automatically
capture an image and return to preview display.
Select [ ] to reactivate this function.
Find BlurFunction
With the camera’s new “Find Blur” function, this camera finds the blurry photo when
capture under Continuous.
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera
mode to [ ].
2. Press the MENU button, and select [Find Blur]
icon with the c / d buttons. Set “Find Blur” on.
3. Press the shutter button to return to preview
display.
4. Press the shutter button down fully to capture
your image.
5. Press the SET (Execute)buttonto save the best ; ;
image.
Press the MENU (Cancel)buttonto save all images.
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VIDEO MODE
Recording Video Clips
This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 / 640 x 480 /
720p pixels.
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to
[ ].
2. Compose the image.
3. Press the shutter button.
The recording of the video clip will start.
Pressing the shutter button one more time will end the
recording of the video clip.
The recording time depends on the storage size and
the subject of the image to be recorded.
The zoom function cannot be used during video recording.
When recording a video clip, the flash and "10+2 sec." self-timer function cannot be used.
If the write speed of your SD/SDHC memory card is not fast enough for recording video clips in
the!currently selected quality, the video recording will stop. In this case, select a video quality
lower than the current one.
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PLAYBACK MODE
Playing Back Still Images
You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor.
1. Press the 7 button.
The last image appears on the screen.
2. The images can be displayed in forward or reverse
sequence with the e / f buttons.
To view the previous image, press the e button.
To view the next image, press the f button.
Turn the zoom lever to side enlarges the image.
To return to normal magnification, turn the zoom
lever to side.
An [ ] icon is displayed with the video data. Video clips cannot be rotated.
Playback Display
This function allows you to search quickly for the image that you want and playback
images on the LCD monitor sequentially.
1. Press the 7 button. 2 110-0201
The last image appears on the screen.
2. Press the c button to display the next 10th image.
If the 1st image taken is displayed, press the c
button to playback the 11th image taken. Press the
c button again to playback the 21st image taken
and so forth.
3. Press the d button to display the previous 10th image.
4. Press and hold the e / f buttons to display the previous or next images
automatically in sequential order.
Release the e / f buttons if you wish to stop the automatic playback.
If the total number of images is less than 10, press the d button jumps to the first image and press the c
button jumps to the last image.
Video clips will be displayed with an [ ] icon.
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Removing Red-eye
You can use this function to remove the red-eye effect after an image is taken.
1. Press the 7 button.
The last image appears on the screen.
2. Select the image that you want to edit with the
e / f buttons.
3. Press the MENU button.
4. Select [Fix Red Eyes] with the c / d buttons,
and press the SET button.
5. Select [Execute] with the e / f buttons, and ; ;
press the SET button.
6. View the changes on the corrected image.
7. To save your corrected image, select [Confirm]
with the e / f buttons, and press the SET
button.
When this process ends, this replaces the
original image with the corrected image.
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Protecting Images
Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.
1. Press the 7 button.
The last image appears on the screen.
Protect
2. Select the image that you want to protect with the e / Next Menu
f buttons.
3. Press the MENU button.
4. Select [Protect] with the c / d buttons, and press the
SET button. MENU ; Exit SET ; Set
5. Select [Single] or [All] with the e / f buttons, and
press SET button.
6. Select [Set] with the e / f buttons, and press the SET
button.
Protection is applied to the image and the camera
returns to the playback mode.
The protect icon [ ] is displayed with protected images.
When [All] has been selected, [ ] is displayed ; ;
2. Select the image that you want to cancel protection with the e / f buttons.
3. Press the MENU button.
4. Select [Protect] with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button.
5. Select [Single] or [All] with the e / f buttons, and press the SET button.
6. Select [Cancel Protect] with the e / f buttons, and press the SET button.
The removal of image protection is executed and the camera returns to the
playback mode.
Formatting an SD/SDHC memory card overrides protection, and erases all images regardless of
their protected status.
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DPOF Settings
DPOF is the abbreviation for Digital Print Order Format, which allows you to embed
printing information on your memory card. You can select the images to be printed and
how many prints to make with the DPOF menu in the camera and insert the memory
card to the card compatible printer. When the printer starts printing, it will read the
embedded information on the memory card and print the specified images.
1. Press the 7 button.
The last image appears on the screen.
2. Select the image that you want to set DPOF with the
e / f buttons.
3. Press the MENU button.
4. Select [DPOF] with the c / d buttons, and press the
SET button. MENU ; SET ;
The date that is printed on the image is the date set on the camera. To print the correct date on
the image, set the date on the camera before you capture the image. Refer to the section in this
manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details.
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Erasing Images
Erasing a single image / Erasing all images
The quick delete function enables you to delete
the last captured image during capture.
1. Press the 7 button.
The last image appears on the screen.
2. Select the image you want to erase with the e /
f buttons.
3. Press the MENU button.
4. Select [Delete] with the c / d buttons, and ; ;
Deleting an image will not affect sequential image numbering. For example, if you delete image
number 240, the next captured image will be numbered 241 even though 240 no longer exists. In
other words, an image-number is retired when an image is deleted and will not be reused or
reassigned to another subsequently captured image.
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MENU OPTIONS
Capture Menu
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images.
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AUTO
Size
This sets the size of the image that will be captured.
* 14M / 8M / 4M / 2M / VGA
ISO
This sets the sensitivity for capturing images. When the sensitivity is raised (and the
ISO figure is increased), photography will become possible even in dark locations, but
the more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear.
* Auto / ISO100 / ISO 200 / ISO 400 / ISO 800 / ISO 1600
Quality
This sets the quality (compression) at which the image is captured.
* Fine / Standard / Economy
W. Balance
This sets the white balance for a variety of lighting conditions and permits images to be
captured that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye.
*Auto / Incand. / Fluoresc.1 / Fluoresc.2 / Daylight / Cloudy / Manual WB
Sharpness
This sets the sharpness of the image that will be captured.
* Hard / Standard / Soft
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Colour
This sets the colour of the image that will be captured.
* Standard / Vivid / Sepia / B&W / Blue / Red / Green / Yellow / Purple
Saturation
This sets the saturation of the image that will be captured.
* High / Standard / Low
Metering
This sets the metering method for calculating the exposure.
* Center: Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives greater weight to
the subject matter at the center.
* Spot: A very small portion of the center of the screen is measured to calculate the
correct exposure.
* Average: The exposure is measured all of the image area.
Capture Md.
This sets the recording method at the time of capturing images.
* Single: Captures one image at a time.
* Continuous: Permits continuous capture of up to 3 images.
* AEB: Permits 3 consecutive images in the order of standard exposure,
underexposure and overexposure compensation.
Quick Shot
If this function is set to “On”, the camera takes a quick shot without focusing.
* On / Off
Digi. Zoom
This sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of photography.
* On / Off
Find Blur
Refer to the section in this manual titled “Find Blur” for further details.
* On / Off
Preview
This sets whether or not to display the captured image on the screen immediately after
the image is captured.
* On / Off
Date Print
The date of recording can be printed directly on the still images. This function must be
activated before the image is captured.
* On / Off
Setup
Refer to the section in this manual titled “Setup Menu” for further details.
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Video Menu
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips.
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Playback Menu
In the [7] mode, choose which settings are to be used for playback.
; ; MENU ; SET ;
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Setup Menu
Set your camera’s operating environment.
Off
; ; MENU ; SET ;
1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ ] or [ ]; or press the 7
button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select the [Setup] at the end of the Menu with the c / d buttons, and press the SET
button.
4. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the SET button to
enter its respective menu.
5. Select the desired setting with the e / f buttons, and press the SET button.
6. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
Date/Time
Refer to the section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details.
Language
Refer to the section in this manual titled “Choosing the Language” for further details.
Auto Off
If no operation is performed for a specific period of time, the power to the camera is
automatically turned off. This feature is useful for reducing battery usage.
* Off / 1 Min. / 2 Min. / 3 Min.
Beep
This sets whether or not to mute the camera sound each time you press the camera's
buttons.
* On / Off
Display
This sets the image information display state.
* Default / All / Off
Fr. No. Reset
This creates a new folder. The captured images are recorded to the newly created
folder from number 0001.
* Cancel / Execute
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Light Freq.
This camera supports different lighting frequencies: 50 Hz and 60 Hz. When
photographing under fluorescent lighting, select the correct frequency setting
depending in your local area's voltage.
* 50 Hz / 60 Hz
LCD Bright.
Select a brightness level for the LCD monitor.
* Standard / Bright
Format
Refer to section in this manual titled “Formatting the Memory Card or Internal Memory”
for further details.
Media Info.
This displays the free capacity of the internal memory or the memory card.
Sys. Info.
This displays the firmware version of the camera.
Sys. Reset
This returns all basic settings to the camera’s default settings. The time setting will not
be reset.
* Cancel / Execute
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TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER
System Requirement
Windows Macintosh
Pentium III 1GHz or equivalent PowerPC G3/G4/G5
Windows XP/Vista/7 OS 10.3.9 or later
512MB RAM 256MB RAM (512 MB recommended)
150MB available hard disk space 128MB available hard disk space
CD-ROM drive CD-ROM drive
Available USB port Available USB port
Using the camera as a PC camera, Service Pack 3 is suggested to the users of Windows
XP,Service Pack 3 can be downloaded by visiting http://WWW.microsoft.com/.
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EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
There are 3 types of software that are included on the CD-ROM:
Print Creations - brings you a family of fun and easy print-project software that brings
out the creativity in you. You can personalize the designs with your own digital pictures
and text based on professionally designed templates and layouts. Projects can be
printed at home or saved as image files for sharing with family and friends by email or
the web.
Arcsoft Panorama Maker® 4.0 - Create horizontal, vertical and 360° panorama
pictures all within this one amazing program by automatically selecting an entire group
of pictures with one click, and transforming photos and videos into gorgeous panoramic
masterpieces. The media management and photo editing tools of this software are
offered to better organize your sources and apply final touches to your work.
To install software:
1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the camera into your CD-ROM drive.
The welcome screen appears.
2. Click the respective software name.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
For more information about the operation of the software, refer to its respective help
documentation.
For Windows XP/Vista/7 users, please make sure to install and use the software in “Administrator”
mode.
The software is not supported by Mac.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Item Description
Image sensor 1/2.33” CCD sensor (14.0 megapixels)
Still image
14M(4288x3216),8M(3264x2448),4M(2304x1728),
Image resolution 2M(1600x1200) ,VGA(640x480)
Video clip
HD(720p)/30fps, VGA(640x480)/30fps, QVGA(320x240)/30fps
LCD monitor 2.7” full colour TFT LCD (230K pixels)
32MB internal memory (23MB available for image storage)
Recording media
Supports SD/SDHC memory card (up to 32GB) (optional)
DCF, JPEG (EXIF 2.2), DPOF, Motion-JPEG (AVI), HD720p/
File format
30fps
3x optical zoom lens
Aperture range: 3(W) - 5.6(T)
Lens
Focal length: 6.2mm - 18.6mm (equivalent to 35mm - 105mm on
a 35mm camera)
Macro
Focus Range Wide: 0.05m to infinity
Tele: 0.3mto infinity
Shutter speed 1~1/2000 sec.
6x (Capture mode)
Digital zoom
4x (Playback mode)
0.5m - 3m (Wide)
Flash effective range
0.5m - 2.1m (Tele)
Terminals USB 2.0
Power supply 2 x AA size batteries
Dimensions Approx. 96X 60.7 X 27.7mm (without protruding parts)
Weight Approx. 114g (without batteries and memory card)
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APPENDIX
Possible Number of Shots
Possible number of shots (still image)
The table shows the approximate shots that you can capture at each setting based on
the capacity of the internal memory and the SD/SDHC memory card.
SD/SDHC memory card capacity
Internal
Size Quality Memory 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB
1GB 2GB
SDHC SDHC SDHC SDHC
Fine 2 129 260 506 1045 2041 4090
4288x3216 Standard 3 184 369 719 1485 2898 5808
!Economy 6 271 543 1059 2185 4265 8545
Fine 4 191 384 749 1545 3015 6042
3264 x 2448 Standard 6 271 543 1058 2183 4261 8538
!Economy 9 414 830 1617 3335 6509 13042
Fine 6 311 624 1216 2509 4897 9812
Standard 10 465 931 1814 3742 7303 14633
2304 x 1728
!Economy 15 668 1338 2606 5375 10489 21015
Fine 13 575 1151 2242 4625 9026 18084
Standard 19 819 1639 3193 6585 12851 25747
1600 x 1200
!Economy 25 1094 2191 4267 8802 17176 34414
Fine 53 2271 4545 8851 18255 35621 71369
x Standard 69 2900 5825 11304 23315 45494 91149
640 x 480
!Economy 87 3652 7309 14232 29353 57276 99999
* We recommend a memory card of at least 10MB/Sec write speed to prevent auto stop or
unexpected results. If you experience an error using a slower SD/SDHC memory card, you
can set your camera’s video recording to QVGA (320 x 240) and standard quality.
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Troubleshooting
Refer to the symptoms and solutions listed below before sending the camera for repairs.
If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center.
Symptom Cause Solutions / Corrective Actions
The power does not come The batteries are not inserted. Load the batteries correctly.
on. The batteries are exhausted. Replace with a new set of
batteries.
The batteries or camera Long period of continuous use
feels warm. of the camera or the flash.
Even if press the shutter The shutter button is not Press the shutter button all the
button, the camera does pressed all the way down. way down.
not take a picture. The memory card does not Insert a new memory card, or
have any free capacity. delete unwanted files.
The memory card is Remove the write-protection.
write-protected.
Images do not appear on LCD monitor is dark. Adjust the brightness of the
the LCD monitor. LCD monitor in the menu.
Although it is set to auto The lens is dirty. Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth
focus, it does not focus. or lens paper.
The distance to the subject is Get your subject within the
smaller than the effective range. effective focus range.
The contents on the You played back a memory card Insert a memory card that was
memory card cannot be that was not formatted by this formatted on this camera.
played back. camera.
Files cannot be deleted. The file is protected. Cancel protection.
The memory card is Remove the write-protection.
write-protected.
The date and time are The correct date and time is not Set the correct date and time.
wrong. set.
Cannot download images. The free space on the hard disk Check whether the hard disk
in your computer may be hasspace for running Windows,
insufficient. andif the drive for loading
image files has a capacity at
least that of the
memory card inserted in the
camera.
No power supply. Replace with a new set of
batteries.
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Language WEEE explanation
English The mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
2002/96/EC (WEEE).
The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any spent or
discarded batteries as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems
available. If the batteries or accumulators included with this equipment, display the chemical
symbol Hg, Cd, or Pb, then it means that the battery has a heavy metal content of more than
0.0005% Mercury, or more than 0.002% Cadmium or more than, 0.004% Lead.
French Le marquage est en conformité avec la directive 2002/96/EC du DEEE (déchets d’équipements
électriques et électroniques).
Ce symbole indique l'obligation de ne pas déposer ce produit, y compris les batteries et
accumulateurs vides ou déchargés, dans des décharges publiques, mais d'utiliser les systèmes
spécifiques de retour et récupération disponibles.
Si sur les piles ou accumulateurs inclus avec cet appareil, le symbole chimique Hg, Cd ou Pb
est visible, cela signifie que la batterie a une teneur en métaux lourds de plus de 0.0005% de
mercure, ou plus de 0,002% de cadmium, ou plus de 0,004 % Plomb.
German Das Symbol ist in Übereinstimmung mit der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektro- und Elektronik
Altgeräte (EAG-Richtlinie).
Das Symbol weist darauf hin, dass das Gerät einschließlich ge- und verbrauchten Batterien bzw
Akkus nicht in den Hausmüll entsorgt werden darf, sondern den hierfür bestimmten Sammelsys-
temen zugeführt werden muss. Falls die mit diesem Gerät gelieferten Batterien oder Akkus das
chemische Zeichen Hg, Cd oder Pb zeigen bedeutet das die Batterien oder Akkus ein
Schwermetall-Anteil von mehr als 0.0005% Quecksibler (Hg) , oder mehr als 0.002% Kadmium
(Cd) oder mehr als 0.004% Blei (Pb) haben.
Spanish El símbolo es un requisito de la Directiva europea 2002/96/EC (WEEE) acerca de los Residuos
de Aparatos Eléctricos y Electrónicos. (RAEE)
Este símbolo indica la obligación de no mezclar ni los aparatos señalizados, ni las baterias ya
gastadas o desechadas, con los residuos domésticos generales, sinó que deben utilizarse los
sistemas de recogida específicos, disponibles para estos productos. Si en las baterías o
cargadores incluidos en este equipo aparecen los símbolos químicos Hg, Cd o Pb, se indica
que contienen metales pesantes en cantidades superiores a 0,0005% de Mercurio, o a 0,002%
de Cadmio, o a 0,004% de plomo respectivamente.
Italian Il simbolo è in accordo con la Direttiva 2002/96 EC sui Rifiuti Apparecchiature Elettriche ed
Elettroniche (RAEE).
Il simbolo indica l' obbligo della raccolta separata delle apparecchiature elettriche ed
elettroniche, incluse le batterie scariche o esaurite, pertanto si raccomanda d'utilizzare i sistemi
di raccolta e/o restituzione disponibili nella vostra zona per queste tipologie
d'apparecchiature.Se le batterie o gli accumulatori inclusi in questa apparecchiatura recano il
simbolo chimico Hg, Cd o Pb, significa che il loro contenuto di metallo pesante è alto, con una
percentuale di Mercurio superiore a 0.00005%, Cadmio superiore a 0.002% o Piombo superiore
a 0.004%.
Swedish Märket anger överensstämmelse med Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
2002/96/EC (WEEE).
Märket anger kravet på att använda tillgängliga retur- och insamlingssystem och att EJ avyttra
utrustningen, inkluderat förbukade eller kasserade batterier, som osorterat kommunalt avfall.
Om batterierna eller accumulatorerna som är inkluderade i produkter är märkta med de kemisla
symbolerna Hg, Cd eller Pb, anger det att de innehåller tungmetaller, med mer än 0,0005%
kvicksilver, eller mer än 0,002%.
Language WEEE explanation
Norwegian Symbolet er i samsvar med Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC
(WEEE).
Symbolet angir kravet på å anvende tilgjengelige retur og gjenvinningssystem, og ikke benytte
vanlige usorterte kommunale avfallsordninger, dette gjelder òg batterier og akkumulatorer.
Dersom batterier eller akkumulatorer er merket med de kjemiske symbolene Hg, Cd eller Pb,
angir dette at de inneholde tungmetaller, med mer enn 0,0005% kvikksølv, eller mer enn
0,002% kadmium, eller mer enn 0,004% bly.
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Danish Mærket angiver overensstemmelse med direktivet om affald af elektrisk og elektronisk udstyr
2002/96/EF (WEEE).
Mærket angiver kravet om IKKE at bortskaffe udstyret, herunder brugte eller bortkastede
batterier, som usorteret affald fra husholdningen, men i stedet bruge de tilgængelige genbrugs-
og indsamlingssystemer. Hvis batterierne eller akkumulatorerne, der er inkluderet med dette
udstyr, har det kemiske symbol Hg, Cd eller Pb, betyder det, at batterierne har et indhold af
tungmetal på mere end 0,0005 % kviksølv, eller mere end 0,002 % kadmium, eller mere end
0,004 % bly.
Finnish Tunnus on "Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE) mukainen.
Tunnus tarkoittaa että laitetta, mukaanlukien käytettyjä tai hylättyjä paristoja EI poisteta
lajittelemattomana jätteenä, vaan että käytetään käytettävissä olevia palautus- ja keräysjärjest-
elmiä. Jos laitteessa olevat paristot tai akut on varustettu merkeillä Hg, Cd tai Pb ylittyvät
raskasmetallien määrä seuraavasti; > 0.0005% elohopeaa, > 0.002% kadmiumia tai yli 0.004%
lyijyä.