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Products very often vary between retailers especially with your digital camera may be different from the actual design of your dealer. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories. The illustrations in this... guide for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual. For user manual and driver updates, refer to our website or contact your digital camera. The manufacturer assumes no liability for the product. The product and accessories that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and ...
Products very often vary between retailers especially with your digital camera may be different from the actual design of your dealer. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories. The illustrations in this... guide for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual. For user manual and driver updates, refer to our website or contact your digital camera. The manufacturer assumes no liability for the product. The product and accessories that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and ...
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... driving or riding a motorcycle. EN-3 This might cause fire or electric shock. Swallowing batteries might cause fire or electric shock. If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries. Do not use in traffic accident. Consult the... store of purchase. Continued use the camera in this product. This might cause fire or electric shock. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this state ...
... driving or riding a motorcycle. EN-3 This might cause fire or electric shock. Swallowing batteries might cause fire or electric shock. If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries. Do not use in traffic accident. Consult the... store of purchase. Continued use the camera in this product. This might cause fire or electric shock. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this state ...
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... a physician to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in a well-ventilated place. Do not wrap the camera or place it or use excessive force when handling the camera. This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside a car. This might cause heat to build up and deform...and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking. Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables. Do not use . Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise significantly, such as inside , resulting in fire. Do not fire the...
... a physician to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in a well-ventilated place. Do not wrap the camera or place it or use excessive force when handling the camera. This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside a car. This might cause heat to build up and deform...and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking. Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables. Do not use . Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise significantly, such as inside , resulting in fire. Do not fire the...
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You many find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera operation in this manual Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay attention to. EN-6 In the European Union there are separate collection ...; This Class B digital apparatus complies with high quality materials and components which can be disposed of the world. Please help up to countries in ! Your SANYO product is designed and manufactured with Canadian ICES-003 FOR EU USERS Note: This symbol mark and recycle system apply to EU countries and...
You many find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera operation in this manual Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay attention to. EN-6 In the European Union there are separate collection ...; This Class B digital apparatus complies with high quality materials and components which can be disposed of the world. Please help up to countries in ! Your SANYO product is designed and manufactured with Canadian ICES-003 FOR EU USERS Note: This symbol mark and recycle system apply to EU countries and...
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...performance and lifetime, we recommend that you are exceptions) might affect the number of pictures that can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance. EN-8 Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes ...feel warm when using the new rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries that pass the expiry date are using the camera for an extended period of time, remove them from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion. Never use manganese batteries. Risk of explosion if ...
...performance and lifetime, we recommend that you are exceptions) might affect the number of pictures that can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance. EN-8 Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes ...feel warm when using the new rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries that pass the expiry date are using the camera for an extended period of time, remove them from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion. Never use manganese batteries. Risk of explosion if ...
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...37 Slideshow Display ...38 Resizing an Image ...39 EN-9 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 11 Package Contents ...12 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA 13 Front View ...13 Rear View ...14 LCD Monitor Information 15 PREPARING THE CAMERA 17 Installing the Batteries 17 Inserting and Removing an SD/SDHC Memory Card (Optional Accessory 18 Attaching the... Camera Strap 19 LED Indicators and Self-timer Indicators 19 GETTING STARTED 20 Turning the Power On/Off 20 Choosing the Screen Language 20 Setting...
...37 Slideshow Display ...38 Resizing an Image ...39 EN-9 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 11 Package Contents ...12 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA 13 Front View ...13 Rear View ...14 LCD Monitor Information 15 PREPARING THE CAMERA 17 Installing the Batteries 17 Inserting and Removing an SD/SDHC Memory Card (Optional Accessory 18 Attaching the... Camera Strap 19 LED Indicators and Self-timer Indicators 19 GETTING STARTED 20 Turning the Power On/Off 20 Choosing the Screen Language 20 Setting...
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...Protecting Images/Movie Clips 43 Setting the DPOF ...44 TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR COMPUTER 46 Connect the digital camera to your computer 47 Download images or movie clips 48 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 49 Installing Photo Explorer 49 Installing Photo Express ...50 Installing Cool 360 ...51 MENU OPTIONS 52 Camera Menu ...52 Movie Menu ...55 Playback Menu ...56 Setup Menu ...58 SPECIFICATIONS 60 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 61 POSSIBLE NUMBER OF RECORDABLE IMAGES...
...Protecting Images/Movie Clips 43 Setting the DPOF ...44 TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR COMPUTER 46 Connect the digital camera to your computer 47 Download images or movie clips 48 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 49 Installing Photo Explorer 49 Installing Photo Express ...50 Installing Cool 360 ...51 MENU OPTIONS 52 Camera Menu ...52 Movie Menu ...55 Playback Menu ...56 Setup Menu ...58 SPECIFICATIONS 60 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 61 POSSIBLE NUMBER OF RECORDABLE IMAGES...
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... using an additional SD/SDHC memory card. USB connection Still images or movie clips that you for purchasing the new digital still camera! INTRODUCTION Thank you have recorded can be downloaded to your computer using the USB cable. DPOF functionality DPOF can be used to... print your images on your camera delivers high quality, 2560 x 1920 resolution images. Equipped with a 5.0 Megapixels CCD sensor, your computer by simply inserting the SD/ SDHC memory card. ...
... using an additional SD/SDHC memory card. USB connection Still images or movie clips that you for purchasing the new digital still camera! INTRODUCTION Thank you have recorded can be downloaded to your computer using the USB cable. DPOF functionality DPOF can be used to... print your images on your camera delivers high quality, 2560 x 1920 resolution images. Equipped with a 5.0 Megapixels CCD sensor, your computer by simply inserting the SD/ SDHC memory card. ...
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Common Product Components: Digital Camera User's Quick Guide Software CD-ROM (Instruction Manual Included) Camera Strap USB Cable Batteries • Accessories and components may vary by retailer. EN-12 Package Contents Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is missing or if you find any mismatch or damage, promptly contact your dealer.
Common Product Components: Digital Camera User's Quick Guide Software CD-ROM (Instruction Manual Included) Camera Strap USB Cable Batteries • Accessories and components may vary by retailer. EN-12 Package Contents Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is missing or if you find any mismatch or damage, promptly contact your dealer.
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Lens 8. PC / Video terminal 7. Self-timer LED 6. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 1. Power switch 4. Microphone EN-13 Mode dial 3. Flash 5. Shutter release button 2.
Lens 8. PC / Video terminal 7. Self-timer LED 6. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 1. Power switch 4. Microphone EN-13 Mode dial 3. Flash 5. Shutter release button 2.
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LCD Monitor Information Camera Mode 1. Flash mode [ ] Auto [ ] Red-eye [ ] Flash on [ ] Flash off 3. Capture mode [ ] Single [ ] Burst [ ] AEB [ ] 2 sec. ISO sensitivity [ ] Auto [ ] 64 [ ] 100 [ ] 200 [ ] 400 12. Zoom ...
LCD Monitor Information Camera Mode 1. Flash mode [ ] Auto [ ] Red-eye [ ] Flash on [ ] Flash off 3. Capture mode [ ] Single [ ] Burst [ ] AEB [ ] 2 sec. ISO sensitivity [ ] Auto [ ] 64 [ ] 100 [ ] 200 [ ] 400 12. Zoom ...
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... 2 AA size batteries (Ni-MH rechargeable or alkaline) to the characteristics of the digital camera is off . 2. Open the battery cover. 3. AA alkaline battery is turned off before removing batteries and hold the camera with the battery cover facing upward, then open the battery cover. • Be careful ...not to drop the batteries when opening or closing the battery cover. • Due to power the camera. Make sure the camera is not recommended except in the illustration. 4. EN-17 Close the battery cover. To remove the batteries, turn the...
... 2 AA size batteries (Ni-MH rechargeable or alkaline) to the characteristics of the digital camera is off . 2. Open the battery cover. 3. AA alkaline battery is turned off before removing batteries and hold the camera with the battery cover facing upward, then open the battery cover. • Be careful ...not to drop the batteries when opening or closing the battery cover. • Due to power the camera. Make sure the camera is not recommended except in the illustration. 4. EN-17 Close the battery cover. To remove the batteries, turn the...
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Close the battery/SD/SDHC memory card cover. To remove the SD/SDHC memory card, make sure the camera is turned off . Open the SD/SDHC memory card cover. 3. Refer to "LOCK". • To save, edit, or erase data on an SD/SDHC memory ... of the memory card and it will eject. • Be sure to store captured still images or video clips in the illustration. 4. Make sure your camera is turned off before using an optional SD/SDHC memory card so that you can slide the write protect tab (on the edge of the...
Close the battery/SD/SDHC memory card cover. To remove the SD/SDHC memory card, make sure the camera is turned off . Open the SD/SDHC memory card cover. 3. Refer to "LOCK". • To save, edit, or erase data on an SD/SDHC memory ... of the memory card and it will eject. • Be sure to store captured still images or video clips in the illustration. 4. Make sure your camera is turned off before using an optional SD/SDHC memory card so that you can slide the write protect tab (on the edge of the...
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The self-timer function is on. EN-19 Attaching the Camera Strap Attach the strap as shown in progress Charging the flash. LED Indicators and Self-timer Indicators Indicators LED indicator LED indicator LED indicator Self-timer indicator State Solid green Blinking red and green Blinking red and green Blinking blue Description/Activity The digital camera is activated. USB transfer in the illustration.
The self-timer function is on. EN-19 Attaching the Camera Strap Attach the strap as shown in progress Charging the flash. LED Indicators and Self-timer Indicators Indicators LED indicator LED indicator LED indicator Self-timer indicator State Solid green Blinking red and green Blinking red and green Blinking blue Description/Activity The digital camera is activated. USB transfer in the illustration.
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... Format Beeper Louder Date & Time m/d/y Language English Select : EN-20 GETTING STARTED Turning the Power On/Off Press the power switch until the digital camera turns on. To turn your camera on by pressing the power switch. 2. [Set-up1] is displayed. 3.
... Format Beeper Louder Date & Time m/d/y Language English Select : EN-20 GETTING STARTED Turning the Power On/Off Press the power switch until the digital camera turns on. To turn your camera on by pressing the power switch. 2. [Set-up1] is displayed. 3.
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...2007 Set : 00 : 00 Select : • The date illustration shown is for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual setting of your camera on by pressing the power switch. 2. [Set-up1] is displayed in 24-hour format. 5. Press the button after all fields are set the date ...display style, current date and time. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera. Use the four-way controller (T) to select [Date & Time] and the four-way controller (WX) to switch the date types, then press the button...
...2007 Set : 00 : 00 Select : • The date illustration shown is for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual setting of your camera on by pressing the power switch. 2. [Set-up1] is displayed in 24-hour format. 5. Press the button after all fields are set the date ...display style, current date and time. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera. Use the four-way controller (T) to select [Date & Time] and the four-way controller (WX) to switch the date types, then press the button...
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... images and data. 1. Protected images are also erased. • To format the internal memory, do not insert an SD/SDHC memory card into the camera. this process is displayed. 2. Use the four-way controller (T) to record images; Formatting an SD/SDHC Memory Card or Internal Memory The term "Formatting... select [Format], then press the button. Use the four-way controller (ST) to select [Yes], then press the button to and turn your camera on the SD/ SDHC memory card will format the SD/SDHC memory card. • An SD/SDHC memory card having any problem cannot be erased...
... images and data. 1. Protected images are also erased. • To format the internal memory, do not insert an SD/SDHC memory card into the camera. this process is displayed. 2. Use the four-way controller (T) to record images; Formatting an SD/SDHC Memory Card or Internal Memory The term "Formatting... select [Format], then press the button. Use the four-way controller (ST) to select [Yes], then press the button to and turn your camera on the SD/ SDHC memory card will format the SD/SDHC memory card. • An SD/SDHC memory card having any problem cannot be erased...
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... menu settings. EN-23 Press the shutter release button. • The LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. Using the LCD Monitor Your camera is equipped with a 2.4" full color TFT LCD monitor to ensure your images are shooting under low lighting conditions, since your... camera may vary according to the current settings. 1. Compose your images from being blurred while pressing the shutter release button, always hold it carefully. The mode ...
... menu settings. EN-23 Press the shutter release button. • The LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. Using the LCD Monitor Your camera is equipped with a 2.4" full color TFT LCD monitor to ensure your images are shooting under low lighting conditions, since your... camera may vary according to the current settings. 1. Compose your images from being blurred while pressing the shutter release button, always hold it carefully. The mode ...
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Press the shutter release button down halfway, the camera's Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image. Press the shutter release button the rest of the way down to capture the image. • The actual ... is in the following order: Normal Display Æ Information Display Æ No Icons Æ LCD Off. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , , or and turn your camera on the LCD monitor screen so that the main subject is determined and locked at the same time. 4. Compose the image on by the LCD...
Press the shutter release button down halfway, the camera's Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image. Press the shutter release button the rest of the way down to capture the image. • The actual ... is in the following order: Normal Display Æ Information Display Æ No Icons Æ LCD Off. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , , or and turn your camera on the LCD monitor screen so that the main subject is determined and locked at the same time. 4. Compose the image on by the LCD...
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...from seven shooting modes and setup mode according to shooting conditions to achieve the desired effect. 8 7 1 2 6 3 Mode 54 Description 1. Orient the camera so that won't fit into a single frame, such as a landscape, and stitch it easier to take a series of shots then stitch them together with...set manually. 2. Finish the sequence by pressing the MENU button or rotate to . 2. EN-25 Portrait Select this mode to adjust the camera settings. 7. Mode Dial You can capture a photographic subject that the second frame overlaps a small portion of the photographic subject of shots ...
...from seven shooting modes and setup mode according to shooting conditions to achieve the desired effect. 8 7 1 2 6 3 Mode 54 Description 1. Orient the camera so that won't fit into a single frame, such as a landscape, and stitch it easier to take a series of shots then stitch them together with...set manually. 2. Finish the sequence by pressing the MENU button or rotate to . 2. EN-25 Portrait Select this mode to adjust the camera settings. 7. Mode Dial You can capture a photographic subject that the second frame overlaps a small portion of the photographic subject of shots ...