Genius G-Shot D1211 User Guide Manual
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1. Possible number of shots still image The table below shows the approximate number of shots that you can take at each setting based on internal memory and SD memory card 64MB 128MB 4048X3040 seal Tome u Dema e EA 7 tes 2048x1536 1280x960 25 tap The above data shows the standard testing results The actual capacity varies according to the shooting conditions and settings E Ce a Te White Balance Use the white balance option to correct color for different lighting conditions When white balance is set to Auto the camera automatically compensates for different lighting conditions You can also set white balance to any of these options Sunny Tungsten or Fluorescent To set white balance 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Photo mode 2 Press the Mode selector button 3 Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the White balance option is highlighted 4 Use the Up shift selector button to select Auto A Sunny x Tungsten Fluorescent 31 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals 5 Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu Self timer The self timer option can set a delay between the moment you press the shutter and the moment the picture is captured and thus can be used in taking self portraits or group photographs with yourself included This function can be set to ON or OFF If the function is set to ON the d2. The macro function enables you to capture images of subjects very close to the lens In Macro mode you can focus on subjects as close as 17 cm When the Macro mode is not in use the minimum focal distance is 19 cm Use Macro mode for subjects 17 19 cm from the camera To switch the macro function on or off switch the Macro catch at the side of the camera on or off When the macro function is turned on the Macro indicator will light up otherwise the indicator will not light The Macro mode is available in both the Video and Photo modes Using the zoom function The camera is equipped with 4x digital zoom This zoom function will only work in Photo mode Press the Up shift selector button to zoom in Press the Down shift selector button to zoom out The digital zoom lever on the left of the LCD display indicates the zoom status 22 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Video Mode 13 Use Video mode to capture video clips and store them in the internal memory or on an SD card amp icon indicates Video mode Icons in Video mode Use the following diagram to familiarize yourself with the Video mode icons and symbols Please see the table below for the functions of the icons Icon Description 1 S Video mode 2 ees Recording time Seconds 3 gt Status Recording 4 CLO Battery charge status 5 puosas Time and date display Using the Zoom feature Please see Using the Macro
3. 3 Press the Mode selector button to save the new settings Press the Browse button to exit the menu the new settings will be saved Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals 20 Photo mode O Use Photo mode to capture still pictures and store them in the internal memory or on an SD card icon indicates Photo mode Icons in Photo mode Please see the table below for the functions of the icons Icon Description 4 O Photo mode 2 a Memory card status Please read Inserting the memory card for details on inserting and removing the memory card 3 o000 The number of pictures taken 4 COO Battery charge status 4 Digital zoom lever details on using the zoom can be found in Using the zoom function 21 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals 5 Flash mode indicator details on setting the flash 6 A can be found in Setting the flash 7 Etr Time and date display Setting the flash This camera has three different modes of flash To change the flash mode press Set Function button The table shows the current flash configuration Icon Description Flash is disabled Automatic flash which will be activated only when AS necessary for example for the use of flash in dim places and when no flash is used in bright places 4 Forced flash which will be activated under any circumstance Using the Macro feature
4. 4 After application is started you can find more information on Presto Video Works 6 in the help files Presto Mr Photo 3 Presto Mr Photo 3 is advanced application software for photo editing Install Presto Mr Photo 3 1 Insert the included CD into the CD ROM 2 Ifthe CD does not auto run use Windows file manager to run the executable InstallMgr exe under the root directory on the CD 3 Press the install button and follow the on screen instructions 4 After application is started you can find more information on Presto Mr Photo 3 in the help files 44 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Appendix A Specifications General Imaging sensor 1 1 8 5 17 Mega pixel CMOS sensor Active pixels 5 1 Mega pixels Storage media Built in 32 MB Flash memory Supports SD MMC memory cards up to 2 GB Sensor sensitivity Auto Lens Fixed lens F3 0 8 0 gt f 8 25mm Focal range Normal 1 3m infinity Macro 17 19 cm Still image Formats JPEG DCF DPOF amp EXIF Direct Print DPI 1280 x 960 2048 x 1536 2592 x 1944 4048 x 3040 firmware interpolation Movie clips AVI Motion JPEG suitable sound formats Movie 320 x 240 30fps max 640 x 480 23 fps max PC camera 320 x 240 15fps max 640 x 480 14fps max Zoom 4x digital zoom TFT screen 2 4 inch High definition TFT display 480x234 plain Viewfinder Not provided Flash 1 0 1 5m ran
5. be used as an SD card reader with the following settings 1 Please follow the instructions and install the application as shown in Installing software and driver 25 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Switch on the camera Press the Mode selector button and use the Up Down shift selector buttons to select the PC mode option Press Set Function button to access the selected icon The options Storage or Video camera will be displayed on the LCD Use the Up Down shift selector buttons to navigate between the options and highlight Storage then press Set Function button to confirm and save When the USB icon showing the connection to the PC is displayed on the LCD please link the camera with the PC via the USB cable provided When the set up is completed an icon will appear under My Computer in the form of a removable hard disk The newly added hard disk which is the camera s built in SD card reader is now ready to be used PC Connect MODE Exit PC Connect MODE Exit SET Enter Video camera mode After the camera is set as a video camera using Windows XP it can be used to take photographs or complement other software for example it can be used for video conferencing between concurrent end users 1 Please follow the instructions and install the application as shown in Installing software and drivers Switch on the camera Press the Mode selector button and u
6. select or cancel 4 Press Set Function button to confirm 5 Press Mode selector button to exit SYSTEM 2 i SYSTEM 2 SYSTEM 2 moog Exit rs ree oO Uanguage Uarguage Usnguage TV Ram Frequence Frequence a e V Sel aNext _ SET Enter peal AE Next SET Enter 41 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Installing software and drivers Drivers When the camera is connected to the PC the camera can be used as either a Mass Storage or a computer based video camera Mass storage The digital camera offers Mass Storage function as a card reader device You can treat this digital camera as an SD card or mass storage device You will only need to install a driver for the camera if your operating system is Windows 98SE Windows XP ME 2000 are plug and play operating systems and do not require a driver to be manually loaded When the driver has been installed and the camera is connected the camera memory and any installed mini SD card will appear as Mass Storage in Windows Explorer Files can be dragged and dropped in the same way as on an ordinary disk Computer based video camera You will need to install the driver in order to use the camera as a computer based video camera or web camera on all the Windows operating systems Windows XP ME 2000 98SE Note The drivers are compatible with all the operating systems The digital camera can be used as a compu
7. the SD card Delete one Use the Delete one function to delete files To delete file 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Playback mode 2 Press the Set Function button 3 Use the Up shift selector button to navigate until the Delete option is highlighted 4 Use the Down shift selector button to select Delete one 5 Press the Set Function button to proceed with deleting A confirmation in the form of a dialogue will be displayed To delete press OK else press Cancel Note Once deleted files cannot be recovered so make sure that you have a backup before you delete Delete all Use the Delete all function to delete all the files on either the memory card or the camera s internal memory To delete all the files 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Playback mode Press the Set Function button Use the Up shift selector button to navigate until the Delete all option is highlighted Use the Down shift selector button to select Delete all Press the Set Function button to proceed with deleting A confirmation in the form of a dialogue will be displayed To delete press OK or else press Cancel Note Once deleted files cannot be recovered so make sure that you have a backup before you delete oP ON 36 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals DPOF Use the DPOF Digital Print Order Format function to tag pictures stored in your memory card with print information You can t
8. to set the quality of the video captured This camera has two quality options Fine and Normal Videos taken with the Fine option will require significantly more memory space than those taken with 619 NY the Normal option 480 To set video quality 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Video mode 2 Press the Mode selector button 3 Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the Video quality option is highlighted 4 Use the Up shift selector button to select Fine fed Normal Se 5 Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu Possible recording time sec video clip Image SD card capacity size Quality 128 MB 2min 4min 9min 19min 51min 3min 7min 15min 31min 66min 7 i 4min 8min 17min 34min 75min 1min A 16min 32min f 129min The data shows the standard testing results The actual capacity varies according to the shooting conditions and settings 34 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals White balance Use the white balance option to correct color for different lighting conditions When white balance is set to Auto the camera automatically compensates for different lighting conditions You can also set white balance to any of these options Sunny Tungsten or Fluorescent To set white balance 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Video mode 2 Press the Mode selector button 3 Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the Whit
9. Select the required language using the Up Down selection buttons 5 Press the Set Function button to save the new settings Press Mode selector button to exit the Menu without saving the changes SYSTEM 1 Setup mode Y Sel A Next Taking your first still picture Before taking your first still picture please ensure that you have read Before you start To take a still picture 1 Switch on the camera and ensure that it is in the Photo mode 2 Use the LCD to frame the picture 3 Press the Shutter button to capture the picture The picture will be automatically saved with a unique filename 16 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Taking your first video Before shooting your first video please ensure the you have read Before you start To shoot a video clip 1 Switch on the camera and ensure that it is in the Video mode 2 Use the LCD to frame the video 3 Press the Shutter button to begin recording 4 Press the shutter button again to stop recording The video will be automatically saved with a unique filename Connecting to a PC Read this section carefully to learn how to transfer files to the PC or use the camera as a PC web camera for meetings Using USB cables to connect the camera to the PC Connecting to a TV Connect the camera to a TV using a USB cable as shown 17 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals USING THE CAMERA Using the Shutt
10. WEEE Warning Message Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately The following apply only to users in European countries This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point Do not dispose of as household waste For more information contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management E 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 corr
11. ag all pictures to be printed or select individual pictures You can also select how many copies print and whether to include the date and time DPOF requires a memory card When all images to be printed are tagged remove the memory card and take it to an image studio for printing or use it with a DPOF compatible printer To print images 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Playback mode 2 Press the Set Function button to select 3 Use the Up shift selector button to select the DPOF option 4 Use the Down shift selector button to select set all set single print date stamp visible or invisible select set all press Set Function button to confirm and save the DPOF configuration or press Cancel to the saved DPOF settings Press Mode selector button to exit menu To set single print press Set Function button to access single print selection press Down Down shift buttons to determine the number of prints press Browse button to swap photos press Set Function button to confirm and save the DPOF configuration or press Mode selector button to exit menu DPS Direct Print Use USB AV cables to connect your camera to a DPS compatible printer The camera will be able to directly control the individual images or all the images While printing all the print status will be displayed on the LCD including error messages DPS direct print 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Playback mode 2 Press Set Functi
12. all USB driver Windows 98 98SE 49 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals
13. camera the camera will take it to be the primary storage media Xx The camera accepts only SD or MMC memory cards x When using SD memory card please switch the camera off before inserting or removing the SD memory card E Built in memory and memory card in use display on the camera Xx When the camera s built in memory is in use 0 will be displayed When the 13 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals built in memory is full will flash will be displayed if the built in memory is empty x When the camera s SD or MMC memory card is in use I will be displayed When the memory card is full L will flash will be displayed if the memory card is empty E Removing the SD card while taking or viewing your images can damage the SD card and cause the camera to malfunction This product accepts SD memory cards of sizes between 32MB to 1GB E The memory card will not slide fully into its slot if it is incorrectly inserted Do not apply excessive force when inserting the memory card to prevent causing damage m If the camera is unable to read the memory card please use a soft and dry cloth to gently wipe the gold contacts on the card before re inserting E If the SD is new please use the camera s Format feature to format it before using Turning on for the first time Slide the power cover sideways as shown in the picture to switch the camera on Slide the power cover sideways as shown t
14. e balance option is highlighted 4 Use the Up shift selector button to select 5 Auto A Sunny Tungsten W Fluorescent 6 Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu EV Use the exposure compensation EV setting to change the exposure for your videos Usually this value would be set to zero but you might want to increase the exposure to brighten a scene with strong back lighting or decrease the EV exposure if shooting a video in a very bright environment A 0 0 Deni To set EV 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Video mode 2 Press the Mode selector button 3 Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the EV option is highlighted 4 Use the Up shift selector button to select 5 From EV 2 0 to 2 0 EV 0 5 EV stop 6 Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu Icon display Use the display function to control turning the icons on and off in the Video mode To set icon display 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Video mode 2 Press the Mode selector button 35 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals 3 Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the Icon Display option is highlighted 4 Use the Up shift selector button to select Image Only or Full Display 5 Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu Playback menu Use the Playback menu to manage the files stored in the camera memory or on
15. e camera or the flash 46 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Shooting Symptom Cause Measure The batteries are running Replace with a new set of low batteries The power is not on Turn the power on i F Press the Mode selector The camera is not in A button for two seconds to shooting mode access playback mode The internal memory or Insert a new memory card memory card does not have or delete unwanted files Even if press the any free capacity shutter button End of memory card life Insert a new memory card the camera does Wait until the status LED is off not shoot The flash is recharging Format the memory card in The memory card is ra this camera before its first unrecognized by the i use or when it was used camera other than this camera The auto power off function f Turn the power on again is activated The memory card is Remove the write protected write protection Images do not The power is not on Turn the power on appear on the LCD monitor The lens cover is not open Open the lens cover The flash does not fire The flash The flash is set to off cannot recharge Switch to another mode other than one of those 47 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Symptom Cause Measure i The image was captured in The image is too Set the flash to something a dark place while set to no dark fash other than
16. ect the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals 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 READ THIS FIRST Notice 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 memory cards cables pouches and language support Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color appearance and internal memory capaci
17. elay is 10 seconds To set self timer 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Photo mode 2 Press the Mode selector button 3 Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the Self timer option is highlighted 4 Use the Up shift selector button to select 5 on OFF D 6 Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu EV Use the exposure compensation EV setting to change the exposure for your pictures Usually this value would be set to zero but you might want to increase the exposure to light up a subject with strong back lighting or decrease the exposure if taking a picture of something very bright To set EV 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Photo mode 2 Press the Mode selector button 3 Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the EV option is highlighted Use the Up shift selector button to select 5 From EV 2 0 to 2 0 EV 0 5 EV stop Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu Full Icon Display Dats Use the display function to control turning the icons on and 0 9 Display simp off in the Photo mode 32 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals To set icon display 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Photo mode 2 Press the Mode selector button 3 Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the Icon Display option is highlighted 4 Use the Up shift selector b
18. er ON OFF cover 7 Tripod socket 3 Self timer lamp 8 Memory card slot 4 Flash 9 Battery cover 5 Lens 10 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Back View 1 Macro indicator 7 Set function button 2 Status indicator 8 Browse button 3 LCD display 9 Mode selector button 4 Up shift selector button 10 Macro catch 5 Down shift selector button 11 USB port cover 6 Wrist strap mount 12 USB socket 11 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals GETTING STARTED Installing the wrist strap E Put one end of the wrist strap Put the other end of the wrist strap through the mount through the first end E Tighten Loading the batteries Please switch the camera off Before using please insert two AAA size alkaline batteries or rechargeable batteries correctly according to the indicated polarity Please check the charge of the batteries Replace the batteries if their charge is insufficient so as to ensure that the camera functions normally Xx When using your digital camera if the battery charge is weaker than 2 3V one mark on the battery level icon you will not be able to operate the flash if the battery charge is weaker than 2 2V red on the battery level icon the camera will turn off automatically Open the battery cover in the direction as indicated Please load the batteries correctly according to the polarity icons as indicated on the inside of the bat
19. er button All of the buttons are found on the top or back of the camera Back View a Co Up shift button o Down shift button 3 s _ _ Set function button co o Browse button Mode selector button Front view Shutter button s e om Sliding power ON OFF 18 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Please see the table below for the functions of each icon and symbol Button Description Features F e Up Down shift selector buttons control Up shift the zoom in Photo mode selector e Up Down shift selector buttons stop the ZOOM button Down playback of video clips in Video mode shift selector e Up Down shift selector buttons navigate v button up down the selection options or navigate trans page selections e Set Function button controls the flash in 4 Photo mode SET Set Function e Set Function button confirms the button selection when amending the settings e Set Function button accesses the Menu settings in Video mode gt e Browse button activates and exits from Playback mode in Photo and Video Browse button modes e Browse button allows picture selection when printing e Mode selector button accesses the Mode main menu Mode selector e Mode selector button accesses the Menu ZMENU button setup in Photo and Video modes e Mode selector button directly exits the Mode main menu r Slid
20. faces 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 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 CAUTION If foreign objects or water have entered the camera turn the power OFF and remove the batteries Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock Consult the store of purchase 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 Bu Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals O Q O A camera is a precision instrument Do not drop it strike it or use excessive force when handling the camera D This might cause damage to the camera E Do not use the camera in humid steamy smoky or dusty places S This might cause fire or electric shock Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of continuo
21. feature 23 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Playback mode Icons in Playback mode Photo Playback Video Playback Thumbnail Playback Please see the table below for the functions of the icons of Playback mode Icon Description 0002 0002 The current number of pictures 2 COU Recording time Seconds 3 es Video Clip Viewing pictures and videos To view pictures and videos 1 eS oO oe Switch on the camera and ensure that it is in the Playback mode The most recent picture or video clip will be displayed on the LCD display Navigate using the Up shift selector Down shift selector buttons to select images and video clips stored in the memory card Press the Mode selector button twice to view the image and video clips thumbnails To playback video clips Press the Shutter button to playback video Press the Shutter button another time to pause video playback Press the Shutter button another time to resume video playback Press the Up Down shift selector button to pause video playback and at the same 24 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals time browse the previous or next image or video clip Using thumbnails mode In Playback mode in factory settings display images will fit to screen but it is also possible to display nine thumbnails on the LCD To view thumbnails 1 Switch on the camera and ensure that it is in the Playback mode The most
22. flash off mode ash Playback Symptom Cause Measure i Press the Mode selector It is not set to playback Cannot playback button for two seconds to mode access playback mode The contents of You played back a memory Insert a memory card that memory card card that was not formatted was formatted and stored cannot be i by this device on by this device replayed F You played back a memory Loaded a card that was Files cannot be card that was not formatted formatted and stored on by deleted by this device this device The memory card is Remove the Cannot format a i i write protected write protection memory card End of memory card life Load a new memory card 48 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Other Problem Symptom Cannot load the memory The card is facing Insert correctly card the wrong way Even when the camera s The battery is Replace with a new set of buttons are pressed it running low batteries does not operate About connecting to your computer software Symptom _ Cause Measure Check whether the hard disk has a The free space on ct space for running Windows and if the the hard disk in your Ne i drive for loading image files has a Cannot computer may be capacity at least that of the memory download insufficient card inserted in the camera images The USB driver is not installed for Inst
23. formance and lifetime we recommend that you fully charge the batteries and discharge them for at least one complete cycle before use The battery may feel warm after long period of continuous use of the camera or the flash This is normal and not a malfunction 4 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals E The camera may feel warm after long period of continuous use This is normal and not a malfunction m If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time remove it from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion E Ifthe batteries are not to be used for a long period of time store it after no battery power left If the battery is stored for a long time in a fully charged state its performance may be impaired Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions Never use batteries of different types together or mix old and new batteries Never use manganese batteries 5 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals CONTENTS INTRODUCTING THE CAMERA System requirements Features Package Contents About the camera Front view Back View GETTING STARTED Installing the wrist strap Loading the batteries Inserting the memory card Turning on for the first time Changing modes Before you start Setting the date and time Setting the language Taking your first still picture Taking your first video C
24. ge Auto Off Force White balance Auto Sunny Tungsten Fluorescent EV compensation 2 0 EV 2 0 EV in 0 5 EV stop Self timer Off 10 seconds Computer interface Web Camera and Mass Storage via USB 2 0 Full speed Shutter Mechanical shutter 1 4 1 500 second Auto power off 1 minute 3 minutes or Off User definable Battery Two AAA size Alkaline batteries 45 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals General Dimension 88 5 x 28 5 x 59 mm Weight Approximately 88 g without batteries Appendix B Troubleshooting Refer to the symptoms and measures listed below before sending the camera for repairs If the problem persists contact your local reseller or service center Power Supply ag ey The power does not come on The power cuts out during use The batteries run out quickly The batteries or camera feels warm The batteries are not loaded batteries are not loaded Load the batteries Load the batteries correct Replace with a new set of The batteries are exhausted batteries The camera was left unattended and unused so Turn the power back on the auto powers off cuts it off Replace with a new set of The batteries are exhausted batteries It is being used in extreme low temperature Many shots are being captured in dark places inside requiring flash Long period of continuous use of th
25. ing power e Sliding power switches the camera on or ON OFF off cover e Shutter button captures the picture in Photo mode e Shutter button starts stops the video r Shutter button capturing in Video mode e Shutter button plays or pauses video playback in Playback mode e Shutter button allows games selection in Games mode 19 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals About the indicators Please see the table below for the functions of the indicators Photo mode Power up Self timer Macro Sumer oara the Self timer lamp Macro indicator Status indicator e o Legend LED lights up and goes off Indicator flashes Constant light Indicator with dim lights Using the camera LCD display Use the LCD display to compose your pictures and videos review pictures and videos stored in memory and navigate the menu system Icons are also displayed on the LCD display that shows the current configuration Changing the LCD display You may decide not to display icons on the LCD screen by following the instructions below 1 Ensure that you are either in Photo mode or Video mode If you are in neither please select either mode from the modes Main menu 2 Press the Mode selector button once to access Quick menu Select the options using the Up Down shift selector buttons After selecting the icon use the Shift selector buttons to select ON or OFF
26. is way to play the game 28 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals E The flashing grid displays the position where your piece will be placed Use the Up Down Arrow button to move the grid horizontally Use the Browse button to move it down and the Mode Selection button to move it up Place your piece Black in the desired grid by pressing the OK Function button When you have made your move your opponent the camera will place its piece White on the board as well Win the game by successfully forming a line of five continuous pieces and you will see WIN displayed on the screen conversely if your opponent manages to form a straight line with five continuous pieces you will lose the game and the word FAIL will be shown in the screen When the board has been completely filled with pieces yet neither side was able to form a straight line with five pieces you will see DRAW displayed on the screen No matter how the game ends you will be taken back to the Game Menu The bottom right corner on the screen interface will remind you that you are playing Black and your opponent is playing White Press the OK Function button to restart when the game is over m Press Shutter to exit the game and return to the game menu 29 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Using the setup menus Read this section to learn how to configure the camera and use the advanced features Camera menu The Camera
27. m Genius Manuals INTRODUCTING THE CAMERA Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the camera This chapter also covers system requirements package contents and front and rear views System requirements The camera requires a PC with the following specifications Windows XP 2000 ME 98SE operating system Intel Pentium M500 MHz CPU or higher At least 256 MB of RAM or higher Standard USB 1 1 port or higher 4 X CD ROM drive or higher At least 200MB of available disk space Note USB 1 1 supports file transfer between the PC and the camera however a USB 2 0 port supports a much faster connection as compared to a USB 1 1 port Features The camera s features and functions include Digital still camera Digital camcorder Mass storage PC camera Card reader Video games 8 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Package Contents All the following items should be present in the camera package If any item is missing or appears damaged contact your dealer immediately Digital camera CD ROM containing the driver Camera pouch Wrist strap USB AV out cable Batteries User manual Digital Camera CD ROM containing the driver Camera pouch Wrist strap USB AV out cable AAA size alkaline batteries 2 User manual 9 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals About the camera Front view 1 Shutter button 6 Microphone 2 Sliding pow
28. menu appears when the camera is in Photo mode and the Mode oO selector button is pressed The Camera menu is only available in Photo mode Mode selector button Photo resolution Use the image size option to set the size of the image captured Bigger images contain more detail and therefore use more memory space To set the image resolution 1 Switch the camera on and ensure that it is in Photo mode Press the Mode selector button 3 Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the Resolution option is highlighted 4048 4 Use the Up shift selector button to confirm select aoe X seq or 3040 one of the four image resolutions 1280 x 960 2048 x 1536 2592 x 1944 4048 x 3040 5 Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu Photo quality Use picture quality option to set the size of the image captured This camera has two quality options Fine and Normal Pictures taken with the Fine option will require significantly more memory space than those taken with the Normal option To set picture quality 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Photo mode 2 Press the Mode selector button 3 Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the Quality option is highlighted 30 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals 4 Use the Up shift selector button to select 5 Fine 884 Normal Ze 6 Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu
29. o switch the camera off i Slide the power cover on the top of the camera sideways to start up Switch the power on and off When the camera is switched on the red indicator light will flash an image will appear on the LCD display x This camera comes with three power saving options Off 1 minute 3 minutes If the camera remains on and inactive throughout the preset power saving period the camera will automatically switch off To switch it on again slide the power cover in the off and on directions successively x The following functions irregardless of whether they are switched off manually or automatically will retain the last settings before the camera was turned off unless reset to factory settings at Setup mode 1 Resolution 2 Image quality 3 Language setting 4 White balance 5 EV 6 Frequency 7 PC connection mode 14 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Changing modes The camera can be switched to the following operating modes Playback mode Photo mode Movie mode Setup mode PC mode Games mode and other features Press and hold on to the Mode selector button for two seconds to access the modes Main menu Use the Up Down selection buttons to highlight the options then press the Set Function button to confirm BG Kod Photo mode mode Playback mode Setup mode Games mode amp o Mode selector Video mode button Befo
30. on button to 27 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals go up When you successfully move all the boxes to the positions marked by the little spheres you can proceed to the next stage E The game consists of 30 stages and your current stage will be displayed on the top left hand corner of the screen You can use the OK Function button to skip the stage or choose any stage you want to play E Press Shutter to exit the game and return to the game menu Tetris m When the game begins please turn your camera 90 clockwise and hold it this way to play the game E Use the Up Down Arrow button to move the blocks horizontally hold the button to make the blocks move faster You can rotate the blocks with the Mode Selection button and hold the Browse button to make the blocks fall faster Press the OK Function button once will pause the game press it again to resume E The next block to fall will be displayed on the top left hand corner of the screen and your score will be on the top right hand corner When a row has been completely filled it will be removed and the rows above will descend and your score increases The game is over when the blocks pile up to the top Press the OK Function button to restart when the game is over E Game score When a row of block is removed your score is increased by one simultaneously removing 2 rows increases your score by 4 simultaneously removing 3 rows increases your score by 9 The blocks
31. on button to select 3 Use the Up shift selector button to select the DPS option 4 Use the Down shift selector button to select and set print all select single print date stamp visible or invisible select print all press Set Function button to access menu use Up Down shift selector button confirm or cancel Afterwards press Set Function button to start printing or cancel To set single print press Set Function button to access the menu press Up Down shift selector to determine the number of prints press Browse button to swap photos press Set Function button to confirm printing or press Mode selector button to exit menu In the DPS menu the system will prompt you to plug in the USB AV cable that is 37 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals connected to the printer Only when the printer supports DPS then you can use this print interface to print the pictures x In the process of printing if error messages occur on the LCD display please refer to the list for troubleshooting in the Appendix Setup menu In mode main menu use Up Down shift selector buttons press Set Function button to access Setup mode In this mode you can manipulate some specific settings and functions The mode includes two feature options they are system features table 1 and system features table 2 File duplication 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Setup mode 2 Use the Up shift selector button to select o
32. onnecting to a PC Connecting to a TV USING THE CAMERA Using the Shutter button Back View Front view About the indicators Using the camera LCD display Photo mode Icons in Photo mode Setting the flash Using the Macro feature Using the zoom function Video Mode Icons in Video mode Playback mode Icons in Playback mode Viewing pictures and videos Using thumbnails mode Auto play PC Mode Storage option mode Video camera mode 6 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Game Mode Boxboy Tetris Memory GoBang Using the setup menus Camera menu Photo resolution Photo quality Possible number of shots still image White Balance Self timer EV Icon Display Date Display Movie menu Video size Video quality Possible recording time sec video clip White balance EV Icon display Playback menu Delete one Delete all DPOF DPS Direct Print Setup menu File duplication Time Date Formatting Auto power off OSD Language TV system Frequency Default Installing software and drivers Drivers Mass storage Computer based video camera Installing the driver Presto Video Works 6 Presto Mr Photo 3 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Troubleshooting 7 Downloaded From camera usermanual co
33. ption and use the Down shift selector button to copy the files 3 Press Set Function button to access the menu press the Up Down shift selector button to confirm or cancel 4 Press Set Function button to confirm or cancel 5 Press Mode selector button to exit SYSTEM 1 eee Date Tene Format rs Auto Power Off l x Note Ine Internal riasn memory S Copy IS Only compatupie win VUF aocuments X If the external card has a DCIM parent directory and a 100FSCAM child directory the documents will be duplicated onto the 100FSCAM directory Either way the system will first attempt to create a DCIM parent directory with a 100FSCAM child directory and duplicate the files into 1OOFSCAM X If there exist same filenames in the folder the system will give these documents a unique filename before duplicating into the 100FSCAM directory Time Date Please see Setting date and time Formatting Formatting the memory will delete all files that currently reside in the memory card and internal memory 38 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals X Before formatting the memory card or the internal memory please ensure that your files are already backed up 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Setup mode 2 Use the Up shift selector button to select option and use the Down shift selector button to format 3 Press Set Function button to access the menu press the Up Down shift selector button
34. re you start Before you use your camera there are some basic settings to configure These settings will be illustrated in the chapters that follow Setting the date and time 1 Please switch on the camera as shown in Turning on for the first time 2 Press and hold on to the Mode selector button for two seconds to access the modes Main menu Use the Up Down selection buttons to highlight the options then press the Set Function button to confirm 3 Use the Down selection button to select the Date Time option then press the Set Function button to confirm 4 The selection will be highlighted use the Up Down selection buttons to adjust the date and time press the Browse button to change between Year Month Day Hours and Minutes 5 Press the Set Function button to save the new settings Press Mode selector button to exit the Menu The new settings will also be saved SYSTEM 1 15 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Setting the language 1 Please switch on the camera as shown in Turning on for the first time 2 Press and hold on to the Mode selector button for two seconds to access the modes Main menu Use the Up Down selection buttons to highlight the options then press the Set Function button to confirm 3 Use the Up selection button to enter into the second level of the system then use the Down selection button to select Language option Press the Set Function button to confirm
35. recent picture or video clip will be displayed on the LCD display 2 Press Set Function button to access the Playback menu 3 Press Mode selector button twice to display nine thumbnails per screen 4 Use the Up Down shift selector button to select images A red frame will highlight the selected image Press the Set Function button or Mode selector button to display the selected image in the red frame fitted to screen Auto play The camera includes an auto play function A slideshow displays each image in turn with a predefined delay between each picture 1 Switch on the camera and ensure that it is in the Playback mode The most recent picture or video clip will be displayed on the LCD display Press Set Function button to access the Playback menu Press Up Down shift selector button to select Auto Play option in the menu Press Set Function button to activate the Auto Play feature The images stored in memory will be displayed one after the other You can press on ak ON any button except Browse button to terminate the slideshow PC Mode You can use USB mode to connect to a host PC Before connecting to a printer or PC please see Installing software and drivers After the camera is connected to a computer via the USB cable the camera can be set to either the USB Mass Storage and Video camera options Storage option mode The digital camera can act as an external storage or even as a card reader This camera can
36. se the Up Down shift selector buttons to select the PC mode option Press Set Function button to access the selected icon The options Storage or Video camera will be displayed on the LCD Use the Up Down shift selector buttons to navigate between the options and highlight Video camera then press Set Function button to confirm and save When the USB icon showing the connection to the PC is displayed on the LCD please link the camera with the PC via the USB cable provided Using the software provided you can now use the video camera function 26 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Game Mode Got some free time to kill Use the Game Mode to keep yourself entertained whenever you are bored The camera comes with four games pre installed for your enjoyment 1 Turn on the camera use the Up Down Arrow button to go to the Game menu press the OK Function button to enter the Game Mode 2 Use the Up Down Arrow button to go through the game selection and the OK Function button to enter the game of your choice The icons and names of the games are as follows Tetris GoBang The descriptions on how to play each game are as follows Boxboy E When the game begins please turn your camera 90 clockwise and hold it this way to play the game m Use the Up Down Arrow button to control the horizontal movements of the boy and the boxes Use the Browse button to move down and the Mode Selecti
37. selector button to select NTSC or PAL 4 Press Set Function button to confirm 5 Press Mode selector button to exit SYSTEM2 E Exit pring uage naa ANext ISET Enter P a ANext _ SET a W Sel aNext SET Enter Frequency The setting of frequency will prevent the occurrence of flashing due to the local frequency rate For detailed information please contact your local energy provider 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Setup mode 2 Use the Up shift selector button to select option and use the Down shift selector button to select the frequency 3 Press Set Function button to access the menu press the Up Down shift selector button to select NTSC or PAL 4 Press Set Function button to confirm 5 Press Mode selector button to exit SYSTEM 2 MODE Exit SYSTEM 2 MODE Exit reer ED Tang ANext SET Enter V Sel PUA SET Enter Pal W Sel Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals x According to the frequency of the current local fluorescent lamps 50Hz or 60Hz is an appropriate selection Default Use the default option to reset all settings to the factory default To reset factory default settings 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Setup mode 2 Use the Up shift selector button to select option and use the Down shift selector button to select the factory settings 3 Press Set Function button to access the menu press the Up Down shift selector button to
38. ter based video camera or web camera Please follow the instructions below 1 Insert the supplied CD ROM in the CD ROM drive 2 Ifthe CD ROM doesn t automatically boot use Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr exe file in the root directory 42 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals This window appears Softwaft installer Instali Install button a _ ety Sat VLE Install New SoftiMr Photo Y MEI aR W 34 S07 1 Click the install button to install the driver 2 Follow the on screen instructions 3 Click Finish to restart the computer and the camera driver installation is completed Installing the driver 1 Insert the supplied CD ROM in the CD ROM drive 2 Ifthe CD ROM doesn t automatically boot use Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr exe file in the root directory 3 Click the install button to install the driver 4 Follow the on screen instructions 5 Use Connecting to the PC to connect the camera to the computer via the USB cable provided 43 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Presto Video Works 6 Presto Video Works 6 is advanced application software for video editing Install Presto Video Works 6 1 Insert the included CD into the CD ROM 2 Ifthe CD does not auto run use Windows file manager to run the executable InstallMgr exe under the root directory on the CD 3 Press the install button and follow the on screen instructions
39. tery cover 12 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals E Closing the battery cover Note Do not apply excessive force on the battery cover as it may cause damage When using your digital camera if the battery charge is one mark on the battery level icon you will not be able to continue operating the flash Xx When the battery charge turns red you will not be able to continue to operate Photo mode and Movie mode x When replacing the batteries the camera retains the date time settings for approximately three minutes Please check your date time settings after the batteries are replaced E Battery status The i a level icon has four types of indications Full tan Half full am i Low C Empty Inserting the memory card Please switch the camera off 1 Inserting the memory card This is what the memory card slot E Insert the memory card into the slot in looks like the way shown 2 Removing the memory card Gently press on the memory card E The memory card will automatically eject Pull the card out in the direction indicated Note Before using please insert your SD memory card into the memory card slot on the bottom of the camera If the card is full or contains other data you can access Format in Setup mode Q using the Mode Selector button to format your memory card E The digital camera has a built in memory of 32MB When a memory card is inserted into the
40. to confirm or cancel 4 Press Set Function button to confirm or cancel 5 Press Mode selector button to exit SYSTEM 1 MODE Exit ANext SET Enter pa VW Sel aNext _ SET Enter x Note if a memory card is present in the camera formatting will be carried out on the memory card and not the internal flash memory Auto power off This function is seldom used unless in power saving mode where the camera will automatically switch itself off to conserve energy 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Setup mode 2 Use the Up shift selector button to select option and use the Down shift selector button to select auto power off 3 Press Set Function button to access the menu press the Up Down shift selector button to select three minutes one minute set to on or off 4 Press Set Function button to confirm 5 Press Mode selector button to exit VSol _ aNext Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals OSD Language Please read Setting the language TV system Although different countries use different TV systems setting up the TV systems can help you prevent differences in the display of color TVs that result from dissimilar TV systems 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Setup mode 2 Use the Up shift selector button to select option and use the Down shift selector button to select TV output 3 Press Set Function button to access the menu press the Up Down shift
41. ty 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 s manual 5 For driver updates and revisions to this manual please refer to our website www geniusnet com SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product WARNING E If foreign objects or water have entered the camera turn the power OFF and remove the batteries S Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock Consult the store of purchase 2 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals 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 Use the specified batteries Use with any other type of batteries might cause explosion or influence the camera s performance 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 sur
42. us use S 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 OQ 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 S This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside resulting in fire E Before you move the camera disconnect cords and cables Failure to do this might damage cords and cables resulting in fire and S electric shock Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below Use only the specified battery Avoid using the battery in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance Avoid using the batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the batteries life and reduce camera performance This low temperature will also influence alkaline batteries performance therefore Ni MH rechargeable batteries are highly recommended When you are using the new rechargeable batteries or a rechargeable battery that has not been used for an extended period of time the batteries that passed the expiry date are exception might affect the number of images that can be captured Therefore to maximize their per
43. utton to select Image Only or Full Display 5 Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu Date Display Use the time function to control turning the date time stamping on or off when taking a picture To set date display 1 Turn the camera on and ensure that it is in Photo mode Date Ful Stamp 4048 2 Press the Mode selector button Display OFF 3040 3 Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the Time display option is highlighted 4 Use the Up shift selector button to select ON or OFF 5 Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu Movie menu The Movie menu appears when the camera is in Video mode and the Mode selector button is pressed The Movie menu is only available in Video mode Mode selector button Video size Use the video size option to set the size of the video 640 captured Videos with bigger sizes contain more details Full x and therefore use more memory space To set the video size Display 480 33 Downloaded From camera usermanual com Genius Manuals Switch the camera on and ensure that it is in Video mode Press the Mode selector button Use the Down shift selector button to navigate until the Video size option is highlighted Use the Up shift selector button to confirm select one of the two video sizes 640 x 480 320 x 240 5 Press the Mode selector button to confirm and exit the menu ey OPN Video quality Use video quality option
44. will fall faster when your score reaches the mark of 50 150 500 and 1500 points m Press Shutter to exit the game and return to the game menu Memory m When the game begins please turn your camera 90 clockwise and hold it this way to play the game E You will have 2 5 seconds to memorize the pictures and their position once the game begins They would then be covered up and the time counter at the bottom right of the screen will start The goal of the game is to eliminate the pictures by picking them out in pairs within the shortest time possible E Use the Up Down Arrow button to move the cursor horizontally The Browse button will move the cursor down while the Mode Selection button will move it up Press the OK Function button to reveal the picture you have selected if the next picture you choose is the same as the first one then the pair of pictures will be eliminated If the second picture you choose is different from the first the next selection you make will cover up the first two pictures and the counter on the bottom left of the screen will increase by 1 The counter represents the number of misses you have made When all the pictures are eliminated you will win the game and the word WIN will appear on the screen Press the OK Function button to restart when the game is over E Press Shutter to exit the game and return to the game menu GoBang E When the game begins please turn your camera 90 clockwise and hold it th
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