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USER MANUAL P517 GENIUS

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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. 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.

Product Information

1. 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.
2. 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, carrying cases/pouches, and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.
3. The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual design of your camera.

4. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual.

5. For driver updates, you can check the "Download" section of our website, www.geniusnet.com

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 battery. Continued use in this state 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 battery. Continued use in this state 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 retailer where you purchased it.
- 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 injury.
- Keep the batteries out of the reach of children. Swallowing batteries might cause poisoning. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, immediately consult a physician.

English

• Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a motorcycle. This might cause you to fall over or result in a traffic accident.

Cautions

■ Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or -) of the terminals. Inserting the batteries with its 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 battery immediately after long period of continuous use. The battery becomes 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.

Notes on Battery Usage

When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below:

Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the battery performance.
- Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance.
The battery may feel warm when using the camera for an extended period of time or using the flash continuously. This is normal and not a malfunction.
The digital video camera may feel warm when being used continuously or for an extended period of time. This is normal and not a malfunction.
If you will not be using the batteries for an extended period of time, remove them from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion.
Always keep the terminals in a clean state.
Never use manganese batteries.
■ Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Contents

INTRODUCTION 9

PACKAGE CONTENTS 10

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA 11

FRONT VIEW 11

REAR VIEW 12

LCD MONITOR INFORMATION 13

PREPARING THE CAMERA 15

INSTALLING THE BATTERIES 15

INSERTING AND REMOVING AN SD MEMORY CARD. 16

ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP 17

LED INDICATORS 17

GETTING STARTED 18

TURING THE POWER ON/OFF 18

CHOOSING THE SCREEN LANGUAGE 19

SETTING THE DATE AND TIME 20

FORMATTING AN SD MEMORY CARD OR INTERNAL MEMORY 21

PHOTOGRAPHY MODE 22

SHOOTING IMAGES - THE BASICS 22

SETTING IMAGE RESOLUTION AND QUALITY 23

USING THE ZOOM FUNCTION 25

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SETTING FOCUS 26
USING THE FLASH 27
USING THE SELF-TIMER 28
ADJUSTING THE EXPOSURE (EV COMPENSATION) 29
SETTING WHITE BALANCE 30
SCENE MODE SELECTION 31

PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS 32

VIEWING IMAGES 32
MAGNIFYING IMAGES 33
THUMBMAIL DISPLAY 34
SLIDESHOW DISPLAY 35

VIDEO MODE 36

TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL 55

CAMERA TO COMPUTER 55

STEP1:INSTALL THE USB DRIVER 56
STEP2:CONNECT THE DIGITALCAMERA TO YOUR COMPUTER 57
STEP3: DOWNLOAD IMAGES ORVIDEO CLIPS 58

USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA 59

STEP1:INSTALL THE WEBCAMERA DRIVER 59
STEP2:CONNECT THE DIGITALCAMERA TO YOUR COMPUTER 60
STEP 3: RUN YOUR APPLICATION SOFTWARE (I.E. WINDOWS NETMEETING) 61

SPECIFICATIONS 62

APPENDIX 64

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the new digital camera!

Equipped with a 5.0 mega pixel CCD sensor, your camera delivers good quality, 2560 × 1920 resolution images. Other features provided by the camera include the following:

5.0 mega Pixels

A high-resolution CCD sensor provides 5.0 mega pixels for good quality of images.

Auto flash

An auto flash sensor automatically detects the shooting (lighting) conditions and determines whether the flash should be used.

2.0" LTPS color image LCD monitor
Digital zoom: 1x 4x
16MB internal (built-in) memory (14MB available for image storage)

Images can be captured without using a memory card.

Support for SD memory card for memory expansion

You may wish to expand the memory capacity (up to 1GB capacity) by using an external memory card.

USB connection (USB 2.0 compliant)

Still images, video clips, or voice recording files that you have recorded can be downloaded to your computer using the USB cable (A USB driver is required for Win 98 and Win98SE).

DPOF functionality

DPOF can be used to print your images on a DPOF compatible printer by simply inserting the memory card.

PictBridge support

You can connect the digital camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and perform image selection and printing using the digital camera monitor screen and controls.

Scene mode

You can select a previously set recording mode for the following situations: Auto, Sport, Night, Portrait, Landscape and Backlight.

■ Provided editing software: Photo Explorer / Photo Express

You can enhance and retouch your images on your computer by using the provided editing software.

Package Contents

Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is missing or if you find any mismatch or damage, promptly contact your dealer.

Digital Camera
Quick Guide
USB Cable
Camera Strap
Camera Pouch
Software CD-ROM
2x AA Alkaline batteries

• Accessories and components may vary by retailer.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA

Front View

1. Strap holder
   2.Shutter button
2. Lens cover
3. Flash
4. Focus switch

Macro mode

Normal mode

1. Lens
2. Microphone
3. Self-timer indicator

Rear View

1. Status LED
2. LCD monitor
3. Arrow button (Left)

Self-timer button

1. Arrow button (Down)

MODE button

1. Arrow button (Up)

MENUButton

1. Arrow button (Right)

Flash button

1. OK OK button

Q Digital Zoom button

1. Playback button
2. Strap holder
3. PC (USB) terminal
4. Battery / SD card cover
5. Tripod socket

LCD Monitor Information

Camera Mode

1. Internal

memory/SD

memory card

indicator

Status of

internal memory

Status of SD

memory card

1. Remaining battery

status

Full battery

power

Medium battery

power

Low battery

power

No battery power

1. Flash mode
   [Blank] Auto
   [red-eye]
   Reduction
   Forced Flash
   [ ] Flash Off
2. Focus area
3. Image size
   [2] 2560 x 1920
   [2] 2048 x 1536

1280 × 960

640× 480

1. Possible number of shots
2. Quality

[★★★] Fine
[★] Standard
[★] Economy
8. Date and time
9. Self-timer icon
[10s] 10 sec.
[2s] 2 sec.
[10+2s] 10+2 sec.
10. Unsteady hold warning icon
11. [Exposure compensation

1. White balance
   [Blank] Auto
   [Daylight
   [Cloudy
   [T] Tungsten
   [*] Fluorescent
2. Focus mode
   [ ] Macro
   [Al] Infinity
3. Scene mode
   [A] Auto
   [Sport]
   [Night]
   [园] Portrait
   [ ] Landscape
   [ ]Backlight

Video Mode

1. Video mode
2. Recordable movie time available
3. SD memory card indicator (if present)
4. Battery power indicator
5. Focus area

ImagePlayback

1. Playback mode
2. SD memory card indicator (if present)
3. Battery power indicator
4. Playback information

Video Playback

1. Playback mode
2. Video mode
3. Total of recorded time
4. SD memory card indicator (if present)
5. Battery power indicator
6. Playback indicator
7. Playback information

PREPARING THE CAMERA

Installing the Batteries

You can use 2 AA size batteries to power the camera. Make sure that the power of the digital camera is off before inserting or removing the batteries.

1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Open the battery cover.
3. Insert the batteries in the correct orientation as shown in the illustration.

4. Close the battery cover.

5. To remove the batteries, turn the camera off before removing batteries and hold the camera with the battery cover facing upward, then open the battery cover.

Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card

The digital camera comes with 16MB of internal memory (14MB available for image storage), allowing you to store captured still images or video clips in the digital camera. Moreover, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store more files.

1. Make sure your camera is turned off before inserting or removing a memory card.
2. Open the SD memory card cover.
3. Insert an SD memory card in the correct orientation as shown in the illustration.
4. Close the battery/SD memory card cover.

To remove the SD memory card, make sure the camera is turned off. Press lightly on the edge of the memory card and it will eject.

NOTE

• Be sure to format an SD memory card with this digital camera before using it. Refer to the section " Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory" for further details.
  ■ To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD card, write you can slide the write protect tab (on the side of the SD memory card) to "LOCK".
  To save, edit, or erase data on an SD memory card, you must unlock the card.

Attaching the Camera Strap

Attach the strap as shown in the illustration.

LED Indicators

Indicator	State	Description/Activity
Self-timer indicator	Blinking red	The digital camera is powering up.
LED indicator	Blinking green	The digital camera is ready to record images (or movies).
LED indicator	Blinking green	USB communication/transfer in progress
Self-timer indicator	Blinking red	Charging the flash.
Self-timer indicator	Blinking red	The self-timer function is activated.

GETTING STARTED

Follow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time.

Turning the Power On/Off

Load the batteries and insert an SD memory card before starting.

To turn the camera on, slide the lens cover open until it clicks, uncovering the lens.
To turn the camera off, slide the lens cover closed until it clicks, covering the lens.

NOTE

The power is turned off automatically when the camera has not been operated for a fixed period time.
To resume the operation condition, turn the power on again. Refer to "Auto Off" in the Setup Menu for further details.

Choosing the Screen Language

Follow the steps below to choose the desired language.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.

The camera mode (default preview) is displayed.

1. Press / MENU and access the setup menu with the button.

You may also toggle the / MODE button and switch to

[mode or press the button, then follow the step above to access the setup menu.

1. Select [Language] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

The Language setting screen will be displayed.

1. Select the displayed language with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

The setting will be stored.

1. To exit from the menu, press continuously the button.

Setting the Date and Time

Follow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
   The camera mode (default preview) is displayed.

2. Press / MENU and access the setup menu with the button.

3. You may also toggle the / MODE button and switch to [mode or press the [ ] button, then follow the step above to access in setup menu.

4. Select [Date/Time] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

The Date/Time setting screen will be displayed.

1. Select the item's field with the / buttons and adjust the value for the date and time with the / buttons.

The date and time is set in the order year-month-day-hour-minute.
The time is displayed in 24-hours format.

1. After confirming all settings are correct, press the OK button.
2. To exit from the menu, press continuously the button.

Capture	Setup
Date/time	Next Menu
Format	Next Menu
Beep	Off
Language	English
Auto Off	3 Min.
Sys. Reset	Next Menu
System Info.	Next Menu
Exit:	Set: OK

Capture	Setup
Date / Time
2006 / 2 / 10
6 : 34
Exit: Set: OK

Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory

The term " Formatting" means preparing an "SD Memory Card" to record images; this process is also called "initialization". This utility formats the internal memory (or memory

card) and erases all stored images and data.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.

The camera mode (default preview) is displayed.

1. Press / MENU and access the setup menu with the button.

2. You may also toggle the / MODE button and switch to [mode or press the [ ] button, then follow the step above to access the setup menu.

3. Select [Format] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

4. Select [Execute] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

To cancel formatting, select [Cancel] and press the OK button.

1. To exit from the menu, press continuously the button.

NOTE

• When you format an SD memory card, be aware that all existing data will be permanently erased.
  Protected images are also erased.
• To format the internal memory, do not insert a memory card into the camera. Otherwise, you will format the memory card.
• Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at a later time.
  An SD memory card having any problem cannot be properly formatted.

PHOTOGRAPHY MODE

Shooting Images - The Basics

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
   The camera mode (default preview) is displayed.
2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main subject is within the focus frame.
3. Press the shutter button to capture the image.

NOTE

The actual captured image appears to be larger than the one on the LCD after the image is captured.

Setting Image Resolution and Quality

As you get to know the digital camera, you can set the image resolution (number of vertical and horizontal pixels) and image quality (compression ratio) based on the types of images you want to shoot. These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in memory, or on a memory card. Higher resolution and higher quality images provide finer detail but cause the images' file size to be larger. To change image resolution or image quality, perform these steps below:

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
   The camera mode (default preview) is displayed.
2. Press the / MENU button.
   The [Capture] menu is displayed.
3. Select [Size] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
4. Select the desired setting with the / buttons, and then press the OK button.
5. Select [Quality] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
6. Select the desired setting with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
7. To exit from the menu, press the button.

NOTE

• The possible number of shots and recording time depend on the storage size, resolution and quality settings and the subject of the image to be captured.

Capture	Setup
Size	2560 x 1920
Quality	2048 x 1536
Scene Mode	1280 x 960
EV	640 x 480
White Balance	Auto
ISO	Auto
Color	Standard
Exit:	Set: OK

Capture	Setup
Size	2560 x 1920
Quality	Fine
Scene Mode	Standard
EV	Economy
White Balance	Auto
ISO	Auto
Color	Standard
Exit:	Set: OK

Possible Number of Recordable Images

The table shows the approximate shots that you can capture at each setting based on the capacity of the internal memory and the SD card. Built-in 16MB internal memory (14 MB available for image storage)

Image size	Quality		Internal Memory	SD card capacity
				32MB	64MB	128MB	256MB	512MB	1GB
2560 x 1920	★	Fine	6	13	34	71	144	288	577
	★	Standard	10	25	55	117	241	493	932
	★	Economy	20	38	108	229	462	919	1833
2048 X 1536	★	Fine	9	20	49	106	216	419	812
	★	Standard	15	40	80	171	349	680	1362
	★	Economy	28	59	153	320	642	1277	2517
1280 x 960	★	Fine	19	51	104	212	441	861	1695
	★	Standard	31	101	165	350	701	1379	2755
	★	Economy	52	142	288	592	1187	2393	4824
640 x 480	★	Fine	53	120	288	592	1189	2448	5040
	★	Standard	74	202	417	855	1714	3456	6968
	★	Economy	107	300	624	1284	2571	5184	10380

• The above data shows the standard testing results. The actual capacity varies according to the shooting conditions and settings.

Approximate Duration of Recording Time

The table below indicates the approximate duration of recording time depending on the capacity of the SD memory card.

Image size	Internal Memory	SD card capacity
		32MB	64MB	128MB	256MB	512MB	1GB
320 x 240	00'28"	01'00"	01'57"	03'59"	08'06"	16'17"	32'34"

• The values for the recording time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and settings.

Using the Zoom Function

This camera is equipped with 4x digital zoom. You can enlarge the subjects by pressing continuously the OK

/ button. You should know that the more the image is magnified, the grainer the image may become.

To capture a zoomed image, perform the following steps:

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.

The camera mode (default preview) is displayed.

1. To activate the digital zoom, press continuously the OK / Q button.

The status of digital magnification is displayed on the LCD monitor.

1. Compose your scene and press the shutter button to capture the image.

NOTE

The digital magnification ranges from 1.0x to 4.0x.
As you record video clips, the zoom function cannot be activated.

Setting Focus

Images can be captured by sliding the focus switch to set the focus modes: [ ] macro or [ ] normal mode.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
   The camera mode (default preview) is displayed.
2. Slide the focus switch to your desired focus mode.
3. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.

The table below will help you choose the appropriate focus mode:

Focus mode	Description
Normal	This mode is suitable for scenery and portrait shooting.
Macro	Select macro to capture close-up images. In this position you may focus objects as close as 60 cm.

Using the Flash

The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. The camera has four flash modes: Auto Flash (default), Red Eye, Forced Flash and No Flash. You can take an image using a desired flash mode to suit your circumstances.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
   The camera mode (default preview) is displayed.
2. Toggle / until your desired flash mode appears on the LCD monitor.
3. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.

The table below will help you to choose the appropriate flash mode:

Flash mode	Description
Auto	The flash fires automatically according to suit the photographic conditions.
Red-eye Reduction	Use this mode to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when you want to take natural-looking photographs of people and animals in low-light conditions. When taking photographs, the red-eye phenomenon can be reduced by asking the subject (person) to look at the digital camera or get as close to the digital camera as possible.
Forced Flash	The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness. Select this mode for recording images with high contrast (backlighting) and deep shadows.
Flash Off	Use this mode in the environment that flash use is prohibited or under a situation where the distance to the subject is too far away for the flash to have any effect.

Using the Self-Timer

The self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you should either mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, level surface.

1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface.
2. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.

The camera mode (default preview) is displayed.

1. Toggle / until your desired self-timer mode appears on the LCD monitor.

1. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.

The self-timer function is activated.
The photography is then taken after the preset time.
To cancel the self-timer at any time, press the button to disrupt the sequence.

NOTE

After one shot is taken, the self-timer mode is turned off.
If you wish to take another image using the self-timer, repeat these steps.

Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation)

You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the digital camera. Use this mode when the proper exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (different between light and dark) between the subject and the background is extremely large. The EV compensation value can be set in the range from -2.0EV to +2.0EV .

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
2. Toggle the / MODE button and switch to camera or [mode.
3. Press the / MENU button.

The [Capture] or [Video Output] menu is displayed.

1. Select [EV] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
2. Use or to set the range of EV compensation value from -2.0EVto +2.0EV, then press the OK button.
3. To exit from the menu, press the button.

Setting White Balance

This feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types according to your shooting conditions.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
2. Toggle the / MODE button and switch to camera or [mode].
3. Press the / MENU button.

The [Capture] or [Video Output] menu is displayed.

1. Select [White Balance] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
2. Select the desired setting with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
3. To exit from the menu, press the button.

Scene Mode Selection

You can select the scene mode according to the shooting scene. There are 6 available modes in this scene mode.

[A]

Auto

Select this mode to adjust point-and-shoot action.

Sport

Select this mode when you want to photograph fast-moving subjects.

Night

Select this mode when you want to capture people with an evening or night scene background.

Portrait

Select this mode when you want to capture an image that makes the person stand out against a defocused (blurred) background.

Landscape

Select this mode to capture an image with infinity focus, hard sharpness and high saturation.

Backlight

Select this mode when you want to capture images when the light comes from behind the object.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.

The camera mode (default preview) is displayed.

1. Press the / MENU button.
   The [Capture] menu is displayed.
2. Select [Scene Mode] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
3. Select the desired scene mode with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
4. To exit from the menu, press the button.

PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS

Viewing Images

You can display the still images you have just captured one at a time.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
2. Press the [ ] button.

The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

1. Use or to select the desired images.
   To view the previous image, press the button.
   To view the next image, press the button.
2. To exit from playback mode, press the [▶] or (MODE) button.

NOTE

The playback information displayed on the LCD monitor will disappear after seconds of time.
If there is no image stored in the internal memory or on the memory card. [NO IMAGE] message will appear on the monitor.

Magnifying Images

While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you to view fine details. The zoom factor displayed on the screen shows the current magnification ratio.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
2. Press the [ ] button.

The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
To view the previous image, press the button.
To view the next image, press the button.

1. Press continuously the OK / Q button to adjust the zoom ratio.
   The magnification factor is displayed on the LCD monitor.
2. To view different portion of the images, press the / / / button to adjust the display area.

NOTE

The magnification factors range from 1x to 4x (within 7 stages: 1.0x, 1.5x, 2.0x, 2.5x, 3.0x, 3.5x and 4.0x).

Thumbnail Display

This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may search for a particular image.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
2. Press the [ ] button.

The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
3. Press continuously the OK / Q button to adjust the zoom ratio.

Nine thumbnail images are displayed simultaneously.
For recorded video clips, the [ ] video mode icon will be displayed.

1. Use the / / / button to move the cursor to select the image to be displayed at regular size.
2. Press the OK button to display the selected image on full screen.

Slideshow Display

The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This is very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentations.

1. Press the [ ] button.
2. Press the / MENU button.

The playback menu is displayed.

1. Select [Slide Show] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
2. Select / to set the playback interval, then press the OK button.

The slideshow starts.

1. 1. To stop the slide show during playback, press the OK button.

NOTE

You can adjust the slide show display interval within the range of 3 Sec., 5 Sec., 10 Sec.
The Auto Off function does not operate during slide show.
All still images in the folder are automatically played back.

VIDEO MODE

Recording Video Clips

This mode allows you to record video clips with sound via the built-in microphone.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
2. Press / MODE and switch to [mode].
3. Press the shutter button to start recording.
4. To stop recording, press the shutter button again.

NOTE

When recording a video clip, the flash cannot be used.

Playing Back Video Clips

You can play back recorded video clips. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during the video playback.

1. Press the [ ] button.
2. Use or to go through the images until the video clip you want to play back is displayed.

To view the previous image, press the button.
To view the next image, press the button.

1. Press the OK button to start playing back the video clips.
2. To pause or resume video playback, press the OK button again.

NOTE

The playback information displayed on the LCD monitor will disappear after seconds of time.
The zoom function cannot be activated while playing the video clips back.
To playback the video clips on the computer, we recommend you to use Windows Media Player 9.0 (WMP 9.0). You can download WMP version from the website at www.microsoft.com.

PLAYBACK MODE - ADVANCED FEATURES

Deleting Images/Video Clips

Use this function to delete one or all images/video clips stored in the internal memory or memory card. Please note that the deleted images or video clips cannot be recovered.

Exercise caution before deleting a file.

Deleting at Playback Mode

1. Press the [ ] button.

The last image will be displayed on the screen.

1. Select the image you want to erase with the / buttons.

2. Press the / MENU button.

The playback menu is displayed.

1. Select [Delete] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

The deletion menu is displayed.

1. Select [Single] or [All] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

Single: Erases the selected image or the last image.
All: Erases all of the images on the SD memory card except for the protected images.
Select: Erases a number of selected images.

1. Select [Execute] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

To not erase, select [Cancel], then press the OK button.

Deleting selected images

1. Press the [ ] button.
2. Press the / MENU button.

The playback menu is displayed.

1. Select [Delete] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

The deletion menu is displayed.

1. Select [Select] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

The images are displayed in the thumbnail display. The [W] icon will also be displayed.

1. Select the image you want to delete with the / / / buttons, then press the OK button. The image you've just selected has been deleted.

Protecting Images/Video Clips

Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.

Protecting Images

1. Press the [ ] button.
   The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
2. Select the image that you want to protect with the / buttons.
3. Press the / MENU button.

The playback menu is displayed.

1. Select [Protect] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
2. Select [Single] or [All] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
3. Select [Set] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

Press continuously the button to return to the playback mode. The protect icon [ ] is displayed with the selected image.
- When [All] has been selected, [0] is displayed with all the images.

To cancel the protection

To cancel protection for only one image, display the image that you want to remove the image protection.

1. Select [Protect] with the / buttons from the playback menu, then press the OK button.
2. Select [Single] or [All] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
3. Select [Cancel] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

Press continuously the button to return to the playback mode. The removal of image protection has been executed.

To protect multiple images simultaneously

1. Select [Protect] with the / buttons from the playback menu, then press the OK button.
2. Select [Select] with the / buttons, then press the OK button.

The images are displayed in the thumbnail display. The protect icon [O] is also displayed.

1. Select the image you want to protect with the / / / buttons, then press the OK button.
2. If you want to cancel the protection of selected image respectively, follow the steps mentioned in "To cancel the protection" above.

NOTE

• Formatting an SD memory card overrides protection, and erases all images regardless of their protected status.

Setting the DPOF

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory card. By using DPOF, you can select an image to be printed and then specify how many prints or which image you would like.

Take your memory card to a DPOF enabled printer that accepts memory cards. The DPOF/card-compatible printer will read the embedded information on the memory card and print your images as specified.

1. Press the [ ] button.
2. Select the image that you want to set DPOF with the / buttons.
3. Press the / MENU button.

The playback menu is displayed.

1. Select [DPOF] with the / buttons, and press the OK button.

The DPOF setting screen is displayed.

1. Select [Single] or [All] with the / buttons, and press the OK button.

Single: Sets DPOF for each individual image.
All: Sets DPOF for all images at once.

1. Select [Print Num.] with the / buttons, and press the OK button.

This displays the number of prints setting screen.

1. Set the number of prints with the / buttons, and press the OK button.

You can set up to 9 prints for each image.

1. Select [Date] with the / buttons, and press the OK button.

The date setting screen appears.

1. Select date to [On] or [Off] with the / buttons, and press the OK button.

On: The date of the photograph will also be printed.
Off: The date of the photograph will not be printed.

1. Select [Print Enable] with the / buttons, and press the OK button.
2. Select [Execute] with the / buttons, and press the OK button.

This creates a file containing the DPOF information, and when the operation is finished, the screen returns to the playback mode.
The DPOF icon [ ] is displayed on each image that has set up DPOF settings.

NOTE

The date that is printed on the photo is the date set on the camera. To print the correct date on the photo, set the date on the camera before you photograph the image. Refer to "Setting the Date and Time" for further details.
Before you perform the DPOF settings on your camera, always remember to copy your images from the internal memory to an SD memory card first.
You cannot print movies.

Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer

If a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can be printed by connecting the digital still camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without using a computer.

Connecting the camera to the printer

1. Connect the USB port on the camera and the USB jack on the printer with the supplied USB cable, and then turn on your camera and the printer.

The screen for selecting the USB mode is displayed.

1. Select [PRINTER] and press the OK button.

Printing images

When the camera is properly connected to a PictBridge compliant printer, the PictBridge menu is displayed on the monitor.

1. Select the item you want to configure with the / buttons, and press the OK button.

2. [Images]: Select whether you want to print specific image or all images. You may also select a printing number for a specific image.

3. [Date Print]: According to the printer type, select whether you want to print the image with date imprint or not.
   [Paper Size]: Select the desired paper size according to the printer type.

4. [Layout]: Select the desired printing layout according to the printer type.
   ■ [Print]: After all settings are configured, select this item to start printing.

5. If you select [Images] in the previous step, the figure shown on the right hand side will appear. Select [Select] or [All] with the / buttons, and press the OK button.

[Select]: Select to print multi images simultaneously.

[All]: Select to print all images.
- [Exit]: Exit from Images option.

1. If you select [Select] in the previous step, the figure shown on the right hand side will appear.

2. Select the multi images that you want to print simultaneously with the / buttons.
   ■ Select the [Print Num.] (up to 99) with the / buttons.
   ■ After selecting the desired image and printing number, press the OK button to confirm.

3. Select [Exit] with the / buttons, and press the OK button.

4. Select [Print] with the / buttons, and press the OK button to start printing.

The image printing may fail if the power to the camera is cut off.

1. The printing starts and the figure shown on the right hand side appears.

[Complete] will be displayed temporarily, reminding you that the printing procedure is finished.
If a print error is detected, the [Print Error] will be displayed.

NOTE

The image printing may fail if the power to the camera is cut off.

MENU OPTIONS

Camera Menu

This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
   The camera mode (default preview) is displayed.
2. Press the / MENU button.
   The [Capture] menu is displayed.
3. Select the desired option item with the / buttons, then press the OK button to enter its respective menu.
4. Select the desired setting with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
5. To exit from the menu, press the button.

Size

This sets the size of the image that will be captured.

[□] 2560 x 1920
[2048 x 1536]
1280 x 960
[640 x 480

Quality

This sets the quality (compression rate) at which the image is captured.

[★★★] Fine
[★★] Standard
[★] Economy

Scene mode

Refer to "Scene Mode Selection" for further details.

EV

Refer "Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation)" for further details.

White balance

This sets the white balance capturing under a variety of lighting conditions and permits images to be captured that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye.

[Blank] Auto
[·] Daylight
[Cloudy]
[Tungsten
[*] Fluorescent

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 grainier (pixelated) the image will appear.

50/100/200/Auto

Color

This sets the color of the image that will be photographed.

Standard / Vivid / Sepia / Monochrome

Saturation

To capture an image, your camera offers you three different degrees of color to match with your reference. Your images will show different impressions by selecting different degrees of color. This is called "Saturation".

High / Normal / Low

Sharpness

This sets the sharpness of the image that will be photographed.

Hard / Normal / Soft

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

Video Menu

This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips.

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
2. Toggle the / MODE button and switch to [mode].
3. Press the / MENU button.

The [Video Output] menu is displayed.

1. Select the desired option item with the / buttons, then press the OK button to enter its respective menu.
2. Select the desired setting with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
3. To exit from the menu, press the button.

EV

Refer to "EV" in the Camera Menu for further details.

White balance

Refer to "White Balance" in the Camera Menu for further details.

Playback Menu

In the mode, set which settings are to be used for playback.

1. Press the [ ] button.
2. Press the / MENU button.
   The playback menu is displayed.
3. Select the desired option item with the / buttons, then press the OK button to enter its respective menu.
4. Select the desired setting with the / buttons, then press the OK button.
5. To exit from the menu, press the button.

Delete

Refer to "Deleting Images/Video Clips" for further details.

Copy to Card

This feature allows you to copy your files from the digital camera's internal memory to a memory card. You can only do this if you have a memory card installed and some files in internal memory.

Cancel/Execute

Slide Show

Refer to "Slideshow Display" for further details.

DPOF

Refer to "Setting the DPOF" for further details.

Protect

Refer to "Protecting Images/Video Clips" for further details.

- Thumbsail

Refer to "Thamburger Display" for further details.

Setup Menu

Set your camera's operating environment.

1. Press / MODE and switch to camera or [mode, or press the [ ] button.
2. Press the / MENU button and access in setup menu with the button.

The [Setup] menu is displayed.

1. Select the desired option item with the / buttons, and press the OK button to enter its respective menu.
2. Select the desired setting with the / buttons, and press the OK button.
3. To exit from the menu, press continuously the button.

Date/Time

This sets the date and the time.

Refer to "Setting the Date and Time" for further details.

Format

Erases all images and reformats the SD card loaded in your camera. Protected mages are also erased. An SD card cannot be formatted if it is write-protected. Refer to " Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory" for further details.

Capture	Setup
Date/Time	Next Menu
Format	Next Menu
Beep	Off
Language	English
Auto Off	3 Min.
Sys. Reset	Next Menu
System Info.	Next Menu
Exit:	Set: OK

Video Output	Setup
Date/Time	Next Menu
Format	Next Menu
Beep	Off
Language	English
Auto Off	3 Min.
Sys. Reset	Next Menu
System Info.	Next Menu
Exit:	Set: OK

Play	Setup
Date/Time	Next Menu
Format	Next Menu
Beep	Off
Language	English
Auto Off	3 Min.
Sys. Reset	Next Menu
System Info.	Next Menu
Exit:	Set: OK

Beep

This sets whether or not to mute the camera sound each time you press the camera button.

On/Off

Language

Refer to "Choosing the Screen 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 to reduce battery wear.

This returns all basic settings to the camera's default settings. The time setting will not be reset.

Cancel / Execute

System info.

This displays the current firmware version of the camera.

CONNECTING THE DIGITAL CAMERA TO OTHER DEVICES

TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA TO COMPUTER

After using the cable to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to share recorded images or video clips with your family or friends via e-mail or post them on the Web. In order to do this, you must install the USB driver onto your computer first. Note that before you begin to install the software, you need to check your system according to the table as shown below.

	System Requirements (Windows)	System Requirements (Macintosh)
CPU	Pentium III 600 MHz processor or higher	PowerPC G3/G4
Operating System	Windows 98/98SE/ME/2000/XP	OS 9.0 or higher
Ram	32MB (64MB RAM recommended)	32MB (64MB RAM recommended)
Hard Disk Space	128MB hard disk space	128MB hard disk space
Required Devices	A CD-ROM drive An available USB port	A CD-ROM drive An available USB port
Display	Color Monitor (800x600, 24-bit or higher recommended)	Color Monitor (800x600, 24-bit or higher recommended)

Step 1: Install the USB driver

Installation on Windows 98 & 98SE

The USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows 98 and 98SE. Windows 2000/ME/XP users need not install the USB driver.

1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the welcome screen appears, click "INSTALL USB DRIVER". Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
3. After the USB driver has been installed, restart your computer.

Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
2. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.

The USB screen appears on the screen.

1. Use / to select [PC], then press the OK button.
2. From the Windows desktop, double click on "My Computer".
3. Look for a new "Removable disk" icon. This "Removable disk" is actually the memory card in your camera. Typically, the camera will be assigned drive letter "e" or higher.
4. Double click on the removable disk and locate the DCIM folder.
5. Double click on the DCIM folder to open it to find more folders.

■ Your recorded images and video clips will be inside these folders.
- Copy & Paste or Drag-N-Drop image and video files to a folder on your computer.

(For Mac users, double-click the "untitled" or "unlabeled" disk drive icon on our desktop. iPhoto may automatically launch.)

Step 3: Download images or video clips

When the digital camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be a disk drive, just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying them from the "Removable disk" ("untitled" or "unlabeled" disk on a Macintosh) to your computer hard drive.

Windows

Open the "removable disk" and double click on the DCIM / DSCIM folder to open it to find more folders. Your images are inside these folder(s). Select the desired still images or video clips and then choose "Copy" from the "Edit" menu. Open the destination location (folder) and choose "Paste" from the "Edit" menu. You may also drag and drop image files from the digital camera to a desired location.

Macintosh

Open the "untitled" disk icon, and the destination location on your hard disk. Drag and drop from the digital camera to the desired destination.

NOTE

Memory card users may prefer to use a memory card reader (highly recommended).
Video playback application is not included with the package. Make sure that video playback application has been installed in your computer.

USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA

Your digital camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference with business associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the digital camera for videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below:

Microphone
Sound card
■ Speakers or headphones
Network or Internet connection

NOTE

Video conferencing (or video editing) software is not included with the digital camera.
This mode is not supported for Mac.

Step 1: Install the Web Camera driver

The Web camera driver included in the CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows. The Web camera function is not supported for Mac platforms.

1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the welcome screen appears, click "DRIVER for Web Cam". Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
3. After the driver installation is completed, restart your computer.

Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer

1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera.
2. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.

The USB screen appears on the screen.

1. Use / to select [PC Camera], then press the OK button.
2. Position the digital camera steadily on top of your computer monitor or use a tripod.

NOTE

• When using this digital camera as a PC camera, it is necessary to install the battery into the digital camera.

Step 3: Run your application software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting)

To use Windows NetMeeting for videoconferencing:

1. Go to Start Programs Accessories Communications NetMeeting to launch the NetMeeting program.
2. Click the Start Video button to view live video.
3. Click the Place Call button.
4. Type the e-mail address or the network address of the computer that you are calling.
5. Click Call. The person that you are calling must also have Windows NetMeeting running and be willing accept your call to start the videoconference.

NOTE

The video resolution for videoconferencing applications is generally 320 × 240 .
For more information about the operation of videoconference application software, refer to its respective help documentation.

SPECIFICATIONS

Item	Description
Image Sensor	CCD
Effective pixels	5.0 Mega pixels
Image resolution Still image	2,560 x 1,920 2,048 x 1,536 1,280 x 960 640 x 480
Video clip	320 x 240 /24fps (file format: Motion JPEG)
Recording media	16 MB internal memory (14 MB available for image storage) SD memory card (optional, up to 1 GB)
File format	Image format: JPEG Video format: Motion JPEG
Lens	Fixed Focus lens F No: 3.3 Focal length: 6.95mm Range of focus Macro: 0.6m - 1.0m Normal: 1.0m - infinity
LCD monitor	Display: 2.0" color TFT LCD, 640 x 240 pixels
Shutter Speed	2 s~1/2000 s (Electrical Shutter)~1/10000(Mechanical shutter)
Self-timer	2 sec, 10 sec, 10+2 second delay
Zoom	4X digital zoom
Flash	Auto, off, fill in, Red-eye reduction
Exposure compensation	Auto; Manual: +/-2.0EV in 0.3EV steps
White balance	Auto; Manual: Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent
ISO	Auto (50~200)
PC Cam	Yes, 320x240/15 fps
PicBridge	Yes
Interface	USB 2.0 full speed
Power supply	2x AA batteries
Dimension	Approx. 90 x 55 x 24mm (without protruding parts)
Weight	Approx. 85g (without batteries and the SD memory card)

APPENDIX

Troubleshooting Guide

Symptom	Possible causes	Solutions / Corrective Actions
The power does not turn on.	■ The batteries have run out. ■ The batteries are not oriented correctly. ■ The battery cover is not closed properly.	■ Load new or fully charged batteries. ■ Load the batteries in the correct direction. ■ Close the battery cover correctly.
The camera suddenly powers down.	■ The function of Auto off in setup menu has been activated. ■ The batteries have run out.	■ Set the option of Auto Shut Down to Off. ■ Turn the power back on or charge the batteries.
The image is not captured when the shutter button is pressed.	■ The camera is in (Playback) mode. ■ Memory is full.	■ Toggle the▼/MODE button to the camera mode. ■ Transfer the desired files to your computer and then delete unnecessary files, or use a different memory card.
The flash does not fire.	■ NO FLASH is selected in flash mode. ■ The camera is in (Video) mode	■ Select a different flash mode. ■ Press the▼/MODE and switch to the camera mode.
Cannot transfer files over a USB connection.	■ The USB cable is not connected securely. ■ The USB driver is not installed. ■ The camera is turned off.	■ Check all connections. ■ Install the USB driver on your computer. ■ Turn on the camera.