HP Hewlett Packard L2437AABA Photosmart model E427 6mp, 5x Zoom Refurbished Digital Camera, 2-inch diagonal LCD brigscreen Screen, 16MB of internal Memory, 2 to 1/1000 sec Shutter speed, Send photos to print or to your PC via easy USB connection L2437AA
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1. 5 0scsescecsesescsedesescesecsccceceencscecceccsceceenesessscncscnenenenes 29 Memory capacity e e aea aar are eaS a Da aaae rat aaa aaraa enea a Aaaa aak 30 Image g ality EE 30 4 Getting started Use this section to get familiar with camera controls set up your digital camera for use and begin taking pictures Camera top back and side n fa uio E oa Ro HP Photosmart Oo 1 Shutter button Captures images see Taking still pictures on page 10 or records video clips see Recording video clips on page 10 2 3 3 Live View Playback button Switches between Live View and Playback see Taking pictures and recording video clips on page 10 and Reviewing images and video clips on page 15 3 Aw and 4b buttons Scroll through menus and images and access digital zoom While in Live View press amp to zoom in press 44 to zoom out see Digital zoom on page 11 4 Power light 5 oe button Displays camera menus selects options and confirms actions 6 Y Delete button Accesses the Delete function while in Playback see Deleting images on page 16 7 Image Display 8 USB connector HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 5 Chapter 1 Camera front bottom and side 1 Self Timer Video light See Using the Self Timer mode on page 13 2 Flash 3 Microphone 4 Focus switch Switches between amp Macro and Nor2. Except as noted Capture Menu settings remain in effect until they are changed or until they return to their default settings when you turn off the camera Shooting Modes For selecting a shooting mode e Auto Mode Default For taking good shots quickly when you do not have time to select a special shooting mode e Self Timer For capturing images after a 10 second delay see Using the Self Timer mode on page 13 e Landscape For scenes with deep perspective such as mountain Scenes e Portrait For pictures that have one or more people as their primary subject e Action For capturing sporting events moving cars or any scene where you want to stop the action e Sunset For capturing outdoor scenes at sunset e Video For recording video clips see Recording video clips on page 10 5 Flash Setting For selecting a flash setting e Auto Flash Default The camera uses the flash if necessary e Red Eye The camera uses the flash with red eye reduction if necessary to minimize the possibility of human eyes appearing red in the final image For information about red eye see Flash Setting Red Eye on page 14 e Flash On The camera always uses flash If the light is behind your subject use this setting to increase the light on the front of your subject e Flash Off The camera does not use flash Use this setting to capture poorly lit subjects beyond the flash range or to capture scenes with th
3. Move Images to Card Moves images from internal memory to a memory card Available only if there are images in internal memory and amemory card is installed To move images select this option and follow the on screen prompts Viewing thumbnails To view thumbnails 1 From the Playback Menu select 222 View Thumbnails 2 Use Aw and 4 to scroll through the thumbnails 3 Press amp to view the highlighted image on the Image Display 0 36 4 5 of 30 16 Magnifying images This feature is for viewing purposes only it does not permanently alter the image 1 w From the Playback Menu select amp Magnify The Z n currently displayed image is magnified 2x E Use A and 4 to pan around the magnified image Menu Press ox to increase magnification up to 4x Menu Press ox again to return to Playback Selecting images for printing To select an image for printing 1 2 3 4 5 While in Playback use 4 to display an image you want to mark for printing From the Playback Menu select rz Print Use Aw to specify the number of copies to print up to 99 then press amp To deselect this image for printing select rz Print again set the number of copies to 0 then press c To select additional images to mark for printing use 4 to display an image then repeat Steps 2 and 3 Press 03 3 to exit the Playback Menu and return to Playback For information abou
4. With the camera turned on press B O until C3 appears briefly in the upper right corner of the Image Display This indicates you are in Playback 2 Press fj 3 Use Aw to select Format Card then press c 4 Use Aw to select Yes then press Sx to format the card Cy3 uibuisojoug 335 Note Once you install a memory card all new images and video clips are stored EA on the card rather than in internal memory To use internal memory and view images stored there remove the memory card To transfer images from internal memory to an optional memory card see Move Images to Card under Using the Playback Menu on page 16 For information about supported memory cards see Storage on page 29 Install the software The HP Photosmart Software provides features for transferring images and video clips to your computer as well as features for modifying stored images remove red eyes rotate crop resize adjust image quality and more See the Help feature in the HP Photosmart Software 3339 Note If you have trouble installing or using the HP Photosmart Software see EA the HP Customer Care website for more information www hp com support Windows If your Windows computer e Has a minimum of 128MB of RAM Windows XP or x64 and Internet Explorer 5 5 Service Pack 2 or higher Internet Explorer 6 is recommended you have the option to install either HP Photosmart Premier or HP Photosmart Essential e Has a minimum of 128MB of RAM
5. Low temperature winter use Poor Good Fair Infrequent use Fair Good Fair Want to recharge battery No No Good Recharging NiMH batteries You can recharge optional NiMH batteries with an optional HP quick recharger For information about recharging NiMH batteries as well as safety precautions when recharging see the user s manual that came with your HP quick recharger 28 B Specifications Resolution Still pictures e 6 0MP 2848 by 2136 effective pixel count e 6 4MP 2934 by 2171 total pixel count Video clips QVGA 320 by 240 total pixel count 30 frames sec Sensor Diagonal 7 26 mm 1 2 5 inch 4 3 format CCD Color depth 30 bit 10 bits by 3 colors 30 bit images are transformed into an optimized 24 bit image and stored in the JPEG format This transformation results in no discernible change to color or detail in the stored image and allows the image to be read by computers Lens Fixed focal length f 3 5 Viewfinder None Zoom 5x digital zoom Focus Fixed focus e Macro 600mm to 1m e Normal 1m to infinity Shutter speed 1 1000 to 2 seconds Built in flash Yes 6 second typical recharge time Flash working range Maximum with ISO Speed set to Auto 5 m 16 5 ft Image Display 5 08 cm 2 0 in color LTPS TFT LCD with backlight 153 600 pixels 640 by 240 total pixel count Storage e 32MBinternal flash memory not all of which is available for storing images and video clips se
6. Normal 11 format memory card 8 G getting assistance 25 H HP Photosmart Software 8 9 l Image Display 5 Image Quality 12 30 images Date amp Time Imprint 13 deleting 16 Image Quality 12 magnifying 17 number remaining 10 per battery 27 selecting for printing 17 transfer to computer 18 White Balance 13 install memory card 8 install software 8 Instant Review 11 interfaces 29 internal memory 10 30 ISO Speed 13 14 L Landscape mode 12 Language 7 20 LEDs 5 lights on camera 5 Live View Playback button 5 M Macro focus 11 magnifying images 17 memory capacity 30 card 8 10 29 HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera card door 6 Menu OK button 5 menus Capture 12 Setup 20 microphone 6 Move Images to Card 16 N Normal Focus 11 number of pictures remaining 10 still images 30 Oo on off 7 P parts of camera 5 6 pictures 10 13 Playback 15 Portrait mode 12 power indicators 27 light 5 usage 30 print images 19 problems and solutions 21 R range focus settings 11 record audio clips 17 video clips 10 remaining pictures count 10 resolution 29 reviewing images 15 S safety precautions for batteries 26 selecting images for printing 17 Self Timer light 6 Self Timer mode 12 13 set date and time 7 31 Setup Menu 20 Shutter button 5 shutter speed 29 software install 8 solving problems 21 sounds of camera 20 space remaining in memory 10 specifications 29 storage 29 Sunset mode
7. capture darker press 4 to decrease the value White Balance Balances color based on lighting conditions For more information see White Balance on page 14 e Auto Default Corrects for scene illuminance For general picture taking Sun For outdoor scenes in sunny or cloudy conditions Shade For outdoor scenes in shade or at dusk Tungsten For indoor scenes with incandescent or halogen lighting Fluorescent For indoor scenes with fluorescent lighting ISO Speed Adijusts the camera s sensitivity to light For more information see SO speed on page 14 e Auto Default Camera selects the best ISO speed for the scene e ISO 100 For lower light conditions e ISO 200 For fast moving objects or in dark areas without a flash e ISO 400 For lower light conditions and or action when short shutter speeds are desired ER Note Some Capture Menu options are not available in certain shooting modes In addition some do not apply when recording video clips Using the Self Timer mode The Self Timer allows you to take a still image 10 seconds after pressing the Shutter button 1 While in the Shooting Modes sub menu use A to highlight Self Timer press Menu OK Set the camera on a tripod or stable surface Frame the subject in the Image Display on then press G O 4 Press and release the Shutter button The camera begins the 10 second countdown then takes the still image HP Ph
8. cool place My camera stalls when establishing a connection to the computer e Ensure that the USB cable is properly connected to the camera and computer e Try connecting the USB cable to another USB port on the computer e Turnthe camera off then on again If that does not fix the problem reset the camera see Resetting the camera on page 21 e If the problem persists contact HP Support see Product support on page 25 HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 23 Chapter 6 24 cannot transfer images from the camera to my computer e Either install the HP Photosmart Software see nstall the software on page 8 or see Transferring images without HP Photosmart Software on page 18 e Setyour camera to act as a Disk Drive see Connecting to the computer on page 18 get an error message when transferring images to my computer Close the HP Photosmart Transfer Software disconnect the camera from the USB cable and reset the camera see Resetting the camera on page 21 Then restart the image transfer process see Transferring images with HP Photosmart Software on page 18 I am having a problem installing or using the HP Photosmart Software e Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements see nstall the software on page 8 e Referto the HP Customer Care website www hp com support How can get professional quality prints if don t have a photo printer e Usethe Buy prints online feature in the HP Pho
9. corner of the Image Display switch to any other shooting mode For information about changing shooting modes see Using the Capture Menu on page 12 Frame the subject for your picture Press the Shutter button all the way down to take the picture Cc Recording video clips 10 T 2 Press 6 0 until 3 appears briefly in the upper right corner of the Image Display This indicates you are in Live View Switch to Video shooting mode Press t press to highlight the Capture Menu use A to highlight Shooting Modes press Sc use Aw to highlight Video press ee then press O O to return to Live View For more information about selecting the Video shooting mode see Using the Capture Menu on page 12 Frame the subject Press and release the Shutter button To stop recording video press and release the Shutter button again o oO Cc Instant Review After you have taken a still image or recorded a video clip the camera displays it briefly in Instant Review If you want to delete the image or video clip press select This Menu Image from the Delete sub menu then press ox Digital zoom Your camera has digital zoom which uses no moving lens parts In digital zoom the Image Display shows a yellow frame around the scene and the image quality setting MP value As you zoom in the scene expands to show what the camera will capture and the MP value decreases to indicate the r
10. sizes and number of still images that can be stored in internal memory or on a memory card will vary depending on the content of each still image and the length of any associated audio clip Image quality The following table lists the approximate number and average size of still images that can be stored in internal memory when the camera is set to different Image Quality settings see Image Quality under Using the Capture Menu on page 12 6MP Best 8 images 1 2MB each Normal 6MP 10 images 1 0MB each 4MP 18 images 600KB each 2MP 21 images 500KB each VGA 95 images 120KB each 339 Note The values shown are for images without audio clips Thirty seconds of audio adds EA 470KB to the file size 30 Index A Action mode 12 arrow buttons 5 assistance 25 audio clips 17 Auto mode 12 B batteries conserving 26 install 6 performance 27 shots per 27 top points about use 26 battery door 6 blinking lights on camera 5 Cc camera dimensions 30 parts 5 6 specifications 29 turn on off 7 weight 30 Camera Sounds 20 Capture Menu 12 color depth 29 compression format 29 computer connect to 18 D Date amp Time 7 20 Date amp Time Imprint 13 Delete button 5 deleting images 16 digitalzoom 11 dimensions 30 direct print 19 Display Brightness 20 E Exposure Compensation 13 14 F F number 29 flash red eye reduction 12 14 working range 29 focallength 29 focus range settings Macro 11
11. then press OK Set the date and time Accurately setting the date and time will help you locate images once you have transferred them to your computer and will ensure that images are accurately marked if you use the date and time imprint feature See Date amp Time Imprint under Using the Capture Menu on page 12 1 Use A to adjust the highlighted value 2 Use lt gt to move to the other selections and repeat Step 1 until the date and time are set correctly 3 Press amp when the date time and format settings Menu are correct then press ox again to confirm iTe Date amp Time mm dd yyyy 12 hr Date 01 01 2006 f Time 12 00 am To change the date and time later use the Setup Menu see Using the Setup Menu on page 20 to change value to go to next item HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 7 Chapter 1 Install and format an optional memory card This camera supports standard and high speed HP branded Secure Digital SD memory cards 16MB to 1GB 1 Turn off the camera and open the Battery Memory card door 2 Insert the optional memory card in the small slot as shown Make sure the memory card snaps into place 3 Close the Battery Memory card door and turn on the camera Always format new memory cards before first use Formatting removes all images from the memory card so make sure to transfer existing images before formatting see Transferring and printing images on page 18 1
12. 0 230 200 200 Photo Lithium 300 600 375 375 For Minimum Maximum and Average numbers four pictures are taken per session with at least a 5 minute break between sessions In addition e The minimum number of shots is obtained with extensive use of Live View 30 seconds per picture Playback 15 seconds per picture and Flash On e The maximum number of shots is obtained with minimal use of Live View 10 seconds per picture and Playback 4 seconds per picture Flash is used on 25 of the shots e The average number of shots is obtained with Live View used for 15 seconds per picture and Playback used for 8 seconds per picture Flash is used on 50 of the shots e The CIPA number is obtained using the standards established by the Camera and Imaging Products Association Battery performance The following table shows how Alkaline Photo Lithium and rechargeable NiMH batteries perform in different types of use scenarios Type of Use Alkaline Photo NiMH Lithium Most economical if you take more than 30 pictures per Poor Fair Good month Most economical if you take fewer than 30 pictures per Fair Good Fair month HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 27 Appendix A continued Type of Use Alkaline Photo NiMH Lithium Heavy use of flash frequent pictures Poor Good Good Heavy use of video Poor Good Good Heavy use of Live View Poor Good Good Overall battery life Poor Good Fair
13. 12 support process 25 T Thumbnails 16 Time amp Date 7 20 transfer images 18 troubleshooting 21 turn on off power 7 U USB configuration 18 20 USB connector 5 V video clips 10 viewing thumbnails 16 Ww weight 30 White Balance 13 14 Z zoom 11 32
14. HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera User Guide Legal and notice information Copyright 2006 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P The information contained herein is subject to change without notice The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein Windows is a U S registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation SB SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor Contents 1 Getting started eroe deeem tede 5 Camera top back and side ssssssssssssssssseseseeeenne nennen nnne 5 Camera front bottom and side sssssssesssssseseeen nennen nennen enne nnne 6 Before taking PiCtures ccccccececesecnececeeeeeeaeaeeeeeeeceaeceeeeeseaaeaeceseaecnsaeeeeeeeeeseeaees 6 Inst llthe batteries 2 iieri eee eren eed 6 Turon the cameras oie Ue Dite ean pee Dei eerte 7 Choose the language eiie eret rendre treten re nit p Xe eee pix rain 7 Set the date and time recentemente aa tne R ERR n dn 7 Install and format an optional memory card ssssssssssssssssse 8 InStall th software o estie ede Edit 8 Using your camera 2 etie Ee etre AMISIT IUe Es asin ree e iis io s d 9 2 Taking p
15. Windows 2000 and Internet Explorer 5 5 Service Pack 2 or higher Internet Explorer 6 is recommended HP Photosmart Essential is installed Close all programs and temporarily disable any virus protection software 2 Insert the HP Photosmart Software CD into the CD drive and follow the on screen instructions If the installation screen does not appear click Start click Run type D Setup exe where D is the letter of your CD drive then click OK 3 When the software has finished installing re enable virus protection software Macintosh To install the HP Photosmart Mac software your Macintosh computer must meet the system requirements as stated on the camera packaging 1 Insert the HP Photosmart Software CD into the CD drive 2 Double click the CD icon on the computer desktop 3 Double click the installer icon then follow the on screen instructions About the HP Photosmart Software The CD that came with your camera contains the following versions of HP Photosmart Software e HP Photosmart Premier Software for Windows XP and x64 systems with at least 128MB of RAM This version of the software includes some extra features that let you pause a video and print a frame from it e HP Photosmart Essential Software for Windows 2000 Windows XP and x64 systems with at least 128MB of RAM e HP Photosmart Mac Software for Macintosh systems To learn more about the software features and how to use them see the Help feature i
16. ap 3 Number of images to print see Selecting images for printing on page 17 0 15 e Recorded length of this audio or video clip 4 e Audio clip attached e Video clip indicator 1 of 30 Number of this image or video clip out of the total number of stored images and video clips HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 15 Chapter 3 Deleting images To delete a displayed image during Playback 1 Press tj 2 Use A to select an option then press Gr Cancel Returns to Playback without deleting the displayed image This Image Deletes the image or video clip All Images in Memory on Card Deletes all stored images and video clips Format Memory Card Deletes all stored files then formats the internal memory or memory card Using the Playback Menu Menu 1 While in Playback press x 2 Use A to highlight an option 3 Use 4 to select an image or video clip press c and follow the on screen instructions 4 Press 3 B3 to exit the Playback Menu mmm View Thumbnails See Viewing thumbnails on page 16 Q Magnify See Magnifying images on page 17 rz Print See Selecting images for printing on page 17 eu Rotate Rotates images in 90 degree increments Use 4 to rotate the image clockwise or counter clockwise in 90 degree increments Press t to save the image in the new orientation Record Audio See Recording audio on page 17 KO
17. ar white in the final image You can also adjustthe white balance to produce creative effects For example the Sun setting produces a warmer look to the image ISO speed This setting adjusts the sensitivity of the camera to light When ISO Speed is set to the default Auto setting the camera selects the best ISO speed for the scene Lower ISO speeds capture images with the least amount of grain or noise but result in slower shutter speeds If taking a picture in low light conditions without a flash at ISO 100 use a tripod Higher ISO numbers allow faster shutter speeds and can be used when taking pictures in dark areas without a flash or when taking pictures of fast moving objects Higher ISO speeds produce pictures with more grain or noise and therefore can be of lower quality 14 3 Reviewing images and video clips You can review and delete images and video clips in Playback as described here Using Playback 1 2 3 Press B O until O appears in the upper right corner of the Image Display Use 4b to scroll through your images and video clips video clips play automatically When viewing video clips press ox to stop the clip press ox again to go to the Playback Menu To switch to Live View press 6 O During Playback the Image Display also indicates additional information about each image or video clip Battery indicator see Power indicators on page 27 Memory card indicator G
18. e existing light e Night The camera uses the flash with red eye reduction if necessary to illuminate objects in the foreground then continues to expose as if the flash had not been used to gather the light in the background Image Quality Sets resolution and compression for images The greater the number the higher the resolution xy X x e 6MP Best For enlarging or printing images greater than 28 x 36 cm 11 by 14 in e Normal 6MP Default For printing images up to 28 x 36 cm 11 by 14 in e 4MP For printing images up to 20 x 25 cm 8 by 10 in continued e 2MP For printing images up to 13 x 18 cm 5 by 7 in e VGA For sending images via e mail or posting them to the Internet The Image Quality setting remains in effect until you change it even if you turn off the camera iS Date amp Time Imprint Imprints date in lower left corner of image e Off Default No date or time imprinted on the image e Date Only Date permanently imprinted e Date amp Time Date and time permanently imprinted The Date amp Time Imprint setting remains in effect until you change it even if you turn off the camera Exposure Compensation Overrides the camera s automatic exposure setting For more information see Exposure Compensation on page 14 e Tomake the images you are about to capture brighter press to increase the value e Tomake the images you are about to
19. e Memory capacity on page 30 32MB SDRAM Slot for memory card This camera supports standard and high speed HP branded Secure Digital SD memory cards 16MB to 1GB e Thenumber of images or video clips that can be saved in memory depends on the Image Quality settings see Memory capacity on page 30 Compression format JPEG EXIF for still images EXIF2 2 for still images with embedded audio e Motion JPEG for video clips Interfaces USB Mini B connector USB 2 0 full speed Standards PTP and MSDC NTSC PAL JPEG Motion JPEG DPOF 1 1 HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 29 Appendix B continued e EXIF22 e DCF1 0 e DPS External body Measurements with camera off and lens retracted width depth height dimensions e 95 6 mm W by 24 2 mm D by 55 2 mm H e 3 76 in W by 95 in D by 2 17 in H Weight 105 grams 3 7 ounces without batteries Power Typical power usage 2 5 Watts with Image Display on 5 Watts peak power usage Power sources include two AA non rechargeable Alkaline or Photo Lithium batteries or two AA rechargeable NiMH batteries Temperature range Operational 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F at 15 to 85 relative humidity Storage 30 to 65 C 22 to 149 F at 15 to 90 relative humidity Memory capacity Not all 32MB of internal memory is available for storing images because some memory is used for internal camera operations The actual file
20. er 1 If you have selected images for printing see Selecting images for printing on page 17 verify that the computer is connected to a printer 2 Connect the camera and computer using the USB cable that came with your camera 3 Turn on the camera and follow the instructions on the computer screen to transfer the images For more information see the Help feature in the HP Photosmart Software Transferring images without HP Photosmart Software If you do not install the HP Photosmart Software images marked for printing see Selecting images for printing on page 17 do not automatically print when you connect the camera to the computer However you can still transfer images and video clips to your computer by e Connecting your camera directly to the computer see Connecting to the computer on page 18 e Using a memory card reader see Using a memory card reader on page 19 Connecting to the computer 18 1 Turn off the camera connect the camera and computer using the USB cable that came with your camera then turn on the camera On Windows computers the camera appears as a device in Explorer allowing you to copy images from the camera to the computer On Macintosh computers either Image Capture or iPhoto starts automatically allowing you to transfer images to the computer 2 When you have finished transferring images disconnect the camera from the computer If your computer is running Windows 2000 or XP and y
21. esolution at which the scene will be captured When capturing images using digital zoom make sure that the MP value on the Image Display is appropriate for the size at which you want to print the captured image For MP values and their recommended print sizes see Image Quality under Using the Capture Menu on page 12 1 While in Live View press and hold amp until the image you want to capture fills the yellow frame If you zoom in too far press 884 2 To exit digital zoom press 886 until the yellow frame disappears ET Note Digital zoom is not available when recording video clips Using the focus range settings To change focus range settings slide the Focus Switch to amp for Macro or to Sa for Normal The Image Display indicates the setting you have chosen oA Normal Focus Default Use when taking pictures of subjects greater than 1 m 39 4 in away Y Macro Use when taking close up pictures of subjects between 600 mm and 1 m 23 6 to 39 4 in away HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 11 Chapter 2 Using the Capture Menu 12 The Capture Menu allows you to adjust camera settings that affect the characteristics of the images and video clips you capture 1 While in Live View or Playback press Sc then use 4 to highlight O 2 Use Av to highlight a menu option then press 8 to display the menu option s sub menu 3 Use Aw to highlight a setting then press S 4 Press 3 3 to exit the Capture Menu
22. he process of transferring images If no application starts automatically or if you want to copy the images manually look on the desktop for the disk drive icon for the memory card then copy the images to your local hard drive For more information about how to copy files visit Mac help Printing images from the camera You can connect the camera to any PictBridge certified printer to print still ae images 1 Check that the printer is turned on there is paper in the printer and PictBridge there are no printer error messages 2 Verify that the camera s USB Configuration is set to Digital Camera see USB Configuration under Using the Setup Menu on page 20 3 Connect the camera and printer using the USB cable that came with your camera then turn on the camera 4 Whenthe camera is connected to the printer the Print Setup Menu displays on the camera To change the settings use aw on the camera to select a menu option then use 4 gt on the camera to change the setting 5 Press 6 to begin printing 3359 Note If you connect the camera to a non EA HP printer and encounter problems with printing contact your printer manufacturer HP does not provide customer support for non HP printers HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 19 20 Using the Setup Menu The Setup Menu allows you to set preferences for the camera s behavior 1 While in Live View or Playback press sc then use 4 to highlight amp 2 Use A
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24. mal focus see Using the focus range settings on page 11 5 Tripod mount 6 Battery Memory card door 7 Lens cover Power switch Turns the camera on and off and protects the lens while the camera is off Before taking pictures Complete the following procedures before taking pictures or recording video clips Install the batteries 1 Openthe Battery Memory card door by sliding the Battery Memory card door toward the bottom of the camera 2 Insert the batteries 3 Close the Battery Memory card door 3309 Note Turn off the camera before removing the batteries EA If using rechargeable NiMH batteries fully charge the batteries before using them the first time see Recharging NiMH batteries on page 28 J y3 uowsojoyd im Turn on the camera To turn on the camera slide the lens cover open until it clicks uncovering the lens To turn off the camera slide the lens cover closed until it clicks covering the lens Caution When sliding the lens cover keep your fingers clear of the lens Fingerprints on the lens can impair the quality of the picture Choose the language The Language setting you choose also determines the default date and time format Use A to choose the language you want then press EyIRRt Er Menu OK v English To change the language later use the Setup menu see Deutsch Using the Setup Menu on page 20 Espa ol Fran ais Italiano Pycckn gt to select
25. n the HP Photosmart Software Using your camera Now that you ve completed setup you can take and review still images and video clips For information on taking still pictures and See Taking still pictures on page 10 capturing video clips and Recording video clips on page 10 For information on reviewing images and See Reviewing images and video clips video clips on the camera on page 15 For information on transferring images See Transferring images with from your camera to a computer HP Photosmart Software on page 18 For information on printing images See Printing images from the camera on page 19 io Tip To switch between Live View and Playback press 3 2 HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 9 Taking pictures and recording video clips Live View allows you to frame pictures and video clips in the Image Display To activate Live View press 3 8 until appears briefly in the upper right corner of the Image Display The Live View display looks like this L 1 amp C 2 s0 2 P3 Battery level indicator see Power indicators on page 27 Memory card indicator 12 Pictures remaining count Taking still pictures You can take a picture almost any time the camera is on and not in Video shooting mode 1 2 Press B O until appears briefly in the upper right corner of the Image Display This indicates you are in Live View If Q amp appears in the upper left
26. oom see Digital zoom on page 11 e If the camera is warm the effect will diminish as the camera cools For best image quality avoid storing the camera in very hot locations Images are missing on my camera Remove the memory card and see if the images are stored in internal memory If so transfer the images to the memory card see Move Images to Card under Using the Playback Menu on page 16 The Power light is on but the Image Display is off or the camera seems stuck and won t operate e Press Live View Playback 3 3 to reactivate the Image Display e Reset the camera see Resetting the camera on page 21 The camera responds sluggishly when trying to review images See Storage on page 29 and Memory capacity on page 30 for tips about memory cards Video recording terminates abruptly The video is saved successfully but it is shorter than expected Replace your memory card with a faster card Look for cards marked High Performance Pro Ultra or High Speed Video recording terminates abruptly and the video will not play back Reformat the card see nstall and format an optional memory card on page 8 The camera gets warm or even hot to the touch This is normal However if anything seems out of the ordinary turn off the camera and allow the camera to cool Then examine the camera and the batteries for signs of possible damage For best image quality turn off the camera when not using Always store the camera in a
27. otosmart E427 Digital Camera 13 Chapter 2 335 Note To add audio to images taken with the Self Timer setting see Recording EA audio on page 17 The Self Timer setting resets to the default Auto shooting mode after the picture is taken Flash Setting Red Eye The red eye phenomenon is caused when light from the flash reflects off the subjects eyes which can make human eyes appear red in the captured image Using 44 Red Eye causes the camera to flash quickly up to three times to shrink the subject s pupils reducing the effect of the red eye phenomenon before using the main flash and capturing the image Since it takes longer to take a picture using this setting make sure your subjects wait for the additional flashes Exposure Compensation You can use Exposure Compensation to override the camera s automatic exposure setting Exposure Compensation is useful in scenes that contain many light objects like a white object against a light background or many dark objects like a black object against a dark background Such scenes could turn out gray without the use of Exposure Compensation For a scene with many light objects increase the Exposure Compensation to a positive number For a scene with many dark objects decrease the Exposure Compensation White Balance Different lighting conditions cast different colors This setting allows the camera to compensate for this reproducing colors more accurately and ensuring that whites appe
28. ou get an Unsafe Removal warning disregard the warning If you encounter problems set the camera s USB Configuration to Disk Drive see USB Configuration under Using the Setup Menu on page 20 and reconnect to your computer A Note On Macintosh computers if you set the camera to Disk Drive and neither EA Image Capture nor iPhoto starts automatically look on the desktop for a disk drive icon with the label HP E427 and copy the images manually For more information about how to copy files visit Mac help Using a memory card reader You can put your camera s optional memory card into a separately purchased memory card reader Some computers and HP Photosmart printers have built in memory card slots which act as a memory card reader For Windows computers 1 Insert your camera s memory card into the memory card reader or into your computer s memory card slot 2 Right click My Computer on your desktop then select Explore 3 Expand the removable drive folder expand the DCIM folder then click on the folder for your camera 4 Select and copy all the images to a folder on your computer 5 After verifying thatthe images were successfully transferred return the memory card to your camera For Macintosh computers 1 Insert your camera s memory card into the memory card reader or into your computer s memory card slot 2 Either the HP Photosmart Software Image Capture or iPhoto starts automatically and guides you through t
29. out Press any camera button to wake up the camera e Replace the batteries If the Image Display still does not turn on reset the camera see Resetting the camera on page 21 My image is blurry e Hold the camera steady when pressing the Shutter button use a tripod or improve lighting conditions e Set the flash to 44 Auto Flash or 4 Flash On and set the shooting mode to Action My image is too bright e Turn the flash off see Flash Setting under Using the Capture Menu on page 12 e Move back from the subject and use zoom e Adjust Exposure Compensation see Exposure Compensation under Using the Capture Menu on page 12 My image is too dark e Wait for natural lighting conditions to improve use the flash see Flash Setting under Using the Capture Menu on page 12 or add indirect lighting e Adjust Exposure Compensation see Exposure Compensation under Using the Capture Menu on page 12 e If the subject you are trying to capture is outside the flash range see Flash working distance under Specifications on page 29 turn off the flash This causes a longer exposure time so use a tripod or hold the camera steady My image is grainy e Use a lower ISO Speed setting see ISO Speed under Using the Capture Menu on page 12 e Addindirect lighting use the flash see Flash Setting under Using the Capture Menu on page 12 or wait for natural lighting conditions to improve e You may have zoomed in too far using digital z
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31. s reset the camera 1 2 3 4 Turn off the camera Remove the memory card and batteries for at least 5 seconds Reinsert the batteries and close the Battery Memory card door After verifying that the camera works without an optional memory card reinsert the memory card if you were using one When the camera is reset any images or video clips stored in memory are retained Problems and solutions Use this information to find solutions to common issues you may have using your camera The camera does not turn on Install new or recharged batteries ensuring that the batteries are inserted correctly see Install the batteries on page 6 If you are using rechargeable batteries ensure they are rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH batteries Reset the camera see Resetting the camera on page 21 Ensure that the memory card is the proper type see Storage on page 29 If so remove the memory card and turn on the camera if the camera turns on format the memory card see nstall and format an optional memory card on page 8 If the camera still does not turn on format the memory card using a memory card reader or replace the memory card It takes the camera a long time to turn on Having a large number of files over 300 stored on an optional memory card affects the time it takes for the camera to turn on Transfer stored files to your computer then format the memory card Using the camera under cold conditions slow
32. s camera response time I have to recharge the NiMH batteries frequently See Extending battery life on page 26 New batteries or batteries that have not been charged recently must be recharged to reach full capacity If you have not used the batteries for two months or longer recharge them If charging the batteries in the optional HP quick recharger does not work replace the batteries HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 21 Chapter 6 22 The camera does not respond when press a button e Turn on the camera e Mostofthe camera buttons do not respond when the camera is connected to a computer Replace or recharge the batteries Reset the camera see Resetting the camera on page 21 Check to see if the memory card is defective If so replace the memory card Format the internal memory and or the memory card see Install and format an optional memory card on page 8 The camera does not take a picture when I press the Shutter button e Press the Shutter button all the way down e The memory card or internal memory may be full Transfer images from the camera to your computer then format the internal memory or the memory card see nstall and format an optional memory card on page 8 Or replace the card with a new one e The camera may be processing Wait a few seconds for the camera to finish processing the last image before taking another picture The Image Display is not working e The Image Display may have timed
33. semble or modify batteries Immediately discontinue use of a battery if while using charging or storing the battery the battery emits an unusual smell feels excessively hot note that it is normal for the battery to feel warm changes color or shape or appears abnormal in any other way In the event batteries leak and the fluid gets into one s eye do not rub the eye Rinse well with water and immediately seek medical care If left untreated the battery fluid could cause damage to the eye Caution Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions Power indicators When the batteries are low one of the following icons appears in the Image Display If no battery icon appears in Live View or Playback the batteries have sufficient power to function normally Icon Description Battery level is low Camera will soon power down a a Battery is depleted Camera will power down Blinking d Note Ifthe camera is without batteries for a prolonged period the clock may be reset and EA you may be prompted to update it the next time you power on the camera Number of shots per battery type The following table shows the minimum maximum and average number of shots that may be obtained using Alkaline Photo Lithium and rechargeable NiMH batteries Number of Shots Battery Type Minimum Maximum Average CIPA Alkaline 80 160 120 110 NiMH 14
34. t printing selected images see Printing images from the camera on page 19 Recording audio 9 Record Audio allows you to record an audio clip and attach it to an existing image 1 2 From the Playback Menu select 2 Record Audio to immediately start recording To stop recording and attach the audio clip to the displayed image press ox If the currently displayed image already has an audio clip attached to it the Record Audio sub menu displays instead when you select 9 Record Audio 2 Keep Current Clip Retains the current audio clip and returns to the Playback Menu Record New Clip Records a new audio clip replacing the previous audio clip Delete Clip Deletes the current audio clip and returns to the Playback Menu Note To hear audio associated with still images or video clips transfer them to your computer using the HP Photosmart Software see Transferring and printing images on page 18 HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 17 Transferring and printing images You can transfer images and video clips with or without the HP Photosmart Software that came with your camera However the HP Photosmart Software has several features for transferring and managing your images and also guides you through the transfer process Transferring images with HP Photosmart Software If you have installed the HP Photosmart Software see nstall the software on page 8 use this method to transfer images and video clips to your comput
35. teries in the camera correctly see Install the batteries on page 6 If the batteries are inserted improperly the compartment door may close but the camera will not operate If you do not intend to use your camera for more than two months remove the batteries from the camera The performance of all batteries will decrease as the temperature drops To improve battery performance keep the camera or batteries stored in a warm inside pocket when in a cold environment Extending battery life To conserve battery power the Image Display turns off after 30 seconds Pressing any button wakes up the camera After five minutes of inactivity the camera turns off To further extend battery life Set Display Brightness to Low see Display Brightness under Using the Setup Menu on page 20 Set your camera to Auto Flash see Auto Flash under Using the Capture Menu on page 12 Safety precautions for using batteries 26 Always use two identical batteries of the same chemistry brand and age Do not place batteries in fire or heat them Always store charged batteries in a cool location Do not connect the positive and negative terminals of the battery to each other with any metal object Do not carry or store batteries with metal objects Do not drop batteries into a change filled pocket Do not pierce batteries or subject them to strong impacts or shocks Do not solder directly onto batteries Do not allow batteries to get wet Do not disas
36. ting information for technical issues Proactive product updates support alerts and HP newsletters available when you register your camera 3 HP support by phone Support options and fees vary by product country region and language For a list of support conditions and phone numbers visit www hp com support 4 Post warranty period After the limited warranty period help is available online at www hp com support 5 Extending or upgrading your warranty If you would like to extend or upgrade your camera s warranty please contact the store where you bought the camera or check the HP Care Pack offers at www hp com support 6 If you already purchased an HP Care Pack Service please check the support conditions on your contract HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera 25 A Managing batteries Your camera uses two AA batteries either Alkaline Photo Lithium or rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH Alkaline batteries provide far less battery life than either Photo Lithium or NiMH batteries Top points about batteries Fully charge NiMH batteries before using them for the first time The first several times you recharge NiMH batteries they may not provide the number of shots per charge that you expect Their performance will improve after the batteries have been charged then discharged completely four or five times You can use the camera normally to discharge the batteries during this conditioning period Always insert the bat
37. to highlight a menu option then press Sz to display the menu option s sub menu 3 Use Aw to highlight a setting then press Sr 4 To exit the Setup Menu press G O Settings you specify remain until you change them zt Display Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the Image Display e Low For extending battery life e Medium Default For normal viewing conditions e High For very bright lighting conditions Camera Sounds Turns the camera sounds such as button presses and shutter clicks off and on On Default Off Date amp Time Sets the date and time See Set the date and time on page 7 USB Configuration Specifies how a computer recognizes the camera See Connecting to the computer on page 18 e Digital Camera Default Recognizes the camera as a digital camera using PTP Picture Transfer Protocol e Disk Drive Recognizes the camera as a disk drive using MSDC Mass Storage Device Class m Language Sets the language See Choose the language on page 7 49 About Provides information about the camera including copyright serial iz number and firmware version 6 Troubleshooting Use this section to find information on Resetting the camera see Resetting the camera on page 21 Possible problems and solutions see Problems and solutions on page 21 Resetting the camera If your camera does not respond when you press button
38. tosmart Software see the Help feature in the HP Photosmart Software for details e Transfer your images to an optional memory card and take the memory card to a retail outlet for printing f Product support Use this section to find support information for your digital camera including links to helpful websites and an overview of the support process Helpful websites Camera tips product www hp com registration newsletter www hp com photosmart English only subscriptions driver and software updates purchase HP supplies and accessories Customers with disabilities www hp com hpinfo community accessibility English only HP Total Care driver and www hp com support software updates support information Getting assistance To get the best from your HP product consult the following standard HP support offerings 1 Consult the product documentation Review Troubleshooting on page 21 in this document Review the electronic Help section within the software 2 Visit the HP Customer Care website at www hp com support or contact the store where you purchased this camera The HP Customer Care website is available to all HP customers The HP Customer Care website is the fastest source of up to date product information and expert assistance including Fast e mail access to qualified online support specialists Software and driver updates for your camera Valuable product and troubleshoo
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