Page 2 - FCC STATEMENT; FCC Declaration of Conformity
2 Product Digital Camera Model 16-3898 Responsible Party Phone 817-415-3200 RadioShack Corporation300 RadioShack CircleFort Worth, TX 76102 FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15of the FCC rules. These limits ...
Page 3 - READ THIS FIRST; Trademark Information; Product Information
3 READ THIS FIRST Trademark Information Microsoft ® and Windows ® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Pentium ® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. SD TM is a trademark. Photo Explorer and Photo Express are t...
Page 4 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Read and understand all; Warnings; Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.; This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing injury.; Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.; This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.
4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product. Warnings If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn power OFF and remove the batteries. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase. If the ...
Page 5 - Cautions; 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 cause damage to the camera.; Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.; This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside.; Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.
5 Cautions Insert the batteries paying attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals. Inserting the batteries with incorrect polarities might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surroundingareas due to the battery rupturing or leaking. Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes. This mig...
Page 6 - Notes on Batter y Usage; When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the
6 Notes on Batter y Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes below: Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the battery performance.Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments. Low temperatures can shor...
Page 7 - CONTENTS; Deleting Single Image/Video Clip
7 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION.............................................. 9 Overview......................................................... 9Package Contents.........................................10Optional Accessories......................................10 COMPONENTS GUIDE............................
Page 9 - INTRODUCTION; Overview
9 INTRODUCTION Overview Your stylish new digital camera delivers high quality, 2560 x 1920 resolution images using a 5.0 MegapixelsCCD sensor. Using the 2.0" TFT color image LCD monitor, you can compose images and then examine themin detail. The auto-flash sensor automatically detects the shooti...
Page 11 - COMPONENTS GUIDE; Front View
1 1 1. Strap eyelet2. Lens cover (and On/Off Switch)3. Shutter button4. Flash COMPONENTS GUIDE Front View 5 . Lens6 . Microphone7 . Self-timer LED 6 5 2 4 3 1 7
Page 12 - Rear view; button; button; MENU; button
1 2 Rear view 1 . DC IN 5V socket2 . Focus switch Macro mode Normal mode 3 . USB socket4 . Tripod socket5 . Battery/SD card compartment6 . OK button Zoom button 7 . (Down) MODE button 8 . (Right) Flash button 9 . (Left) Self-timer button 10. (Up) MENU button 11 . LCD monitor12. Status LED 2 3 11 12 ...
Page 13 - LED Indicators; Indicator
1 3 LED Indicators Indicator Status Description/Activity Sound Status LED None The camera is powering up Yes *(1) Status LED Solid green The camera is powered and ready No Status LED Blinking green Charging the flash No Status LED Blinking green Image is being recorded to the memory card No Status L...
Page 14 - Scene Modes; Select the scene mode suitable for the occasion or situation.; Mode; Select this option to capture fast-moving subjects.
1 4 Scene Modes Select the scene mode suitable for the occasion or situation. Mode Description 1. [ A ] Auto mode Select this option to leave all the adjustments tothe camera and take images casually. 2. [ ] Sports mode Select this option to capture fast-moving subjects. 3. [ ] Night Scene mode Sele...
Page 15 - LCD Monitor Information
1 5 LCD Monitor Information 4. Shots remaining 5. [ ] Card indicator 6. Battery level [ ] Full battery [ ] Fairly consumed [ ] Nearly exhausted [ ] Virtually no battery power 1. Scene mode [ A ] Auto mode [ ] Sports mode [ ] Night Scene mode [ ] Portrait mode[ ] Landscape mode [ ] Backlight mode 2. ...
Page 20 - PREPARING YOUR CAMERA; Installing the Battery; Removing the Battery
2 0 PREPARING YOUR CAMERA Installing the Battery We highly recommend you use the specified rechargeable lithium-ion battery to maximize performance of yourdigital camera. Make sure that camera’s power is off before inserting or removing the battery. 1 . Turn your camera off.2 . Slide the battery/SD ...
Page 21 - Charging the Battery; DC IN; urn
2 1 Charging the Battery The supplied AC adapter can charge the battery or activate the camera. Make sure that power of the camerais off and then insert the battery before starting.1. Insert the barrel plug of the AC adapter into the DC IN socket of the camera. 2. Insert the other end of the AC adap...
Page 22 - Loading an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory); If the card cannot be inserted, check the orientation.; LOCK; To save, edit, or delete data on an SD memory card, you must unlock; To remove an SD memory card
2 2 Loading an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory) Your camera comes with 16 MB of internal memory (14 MB available for image storage), allowing you to storeimages and video clips in the camera. However, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an optionalSD memory card which provides remova...
Page 23 - Setting Date and Time; The camera is turned on for the first time.; Choosing Language; after all fields are set.
2 3 Setting Date and Time The Date/Time screen will appear when: The camera is turned on for the first time. The camera is turned on after removing the batteries for a long period oftime. 1. Select the item field using the / buttons.2. Select the setting using the / buttons.3. Press OK after all fie...
Page 24 - Attaching the Camera Strap
2 4 Attaching the Camera Strap To prevent accidental slippage during use, always hang the camera strap on your hand. Attach the camera strap as follows:1. Thread the small loop of the strap through the strap eyelet on the camera.2. Pull the large loop through the small loop until the strap is firmly...
Page 25 - BASIC FUNCTIONS; ON
2 5 BASIC FUNCTIONS Turning Power On/Off 1. Slide the lens cover to turn the camera on.2. The camera sounds one beep when turned on.3. Slide the lens cover back to turn off the camera. ON OFF
Page 26 - Using the LCD Monitor
2 6 Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor lets you monitor an image while taking pictures, to replay recorded images/video clips or toadjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and numbers that are displayed on the LCD monitor mayvary according to the current settings. 1. Slide the lens cover to tur...
Page 27 - Using Normal Mode; LCD monitor will display [
2 7 Using Normal Mode Normal mode is used to take images where the distance to the subject is1.0m to infinity. Select this mode for general shooting, including portraitsand scenery. 1. Set the focus to the [ ] position. 2. Compose your image.3. Press the shutter button. Note: LCD monitor will displa...
Page 28 - Using Zoom; . Each press of the
2 8 Using Zoom Using digital zoom, images appear closer. However the more an image is enlarged (zoomed), the morepixelated (grainier) image appears.You can only set the digital zoom at the resolution of 2560 x 1920 pixels; digital zoom is not available atthe resolution of 3072 x 2304 pixels, 2048 x ...
Page 29 - Using the Flash; Compose your image and press the shutter button.
2 9 Using the Flash The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. You can takean image using a suitable flash mode to suit lighting condition. 1 . Set the scene mode in the Capture menu based on the desired scenery. (Auto/Sports/Night Scene/Portra...
Page 30 - The table below helps to choose the appropriate flash mode:; F l a s h M o d e; The flash will not fire.
3 0 The table below helps to choose the appropriate flash mode: F l a s h M o d e D e s c r i p t i o n [ ] Fill flash (on) The flash will always fire regardless of the surroundingbrightness.Select this mode for recording images withhigh contrast (backlighting) and deep shadows. [ ] Flash off The fl...
Page 32 - Using Macro Mode; To disable macro photography, slide the focus switch back to the; DO NOT FORGET
3 2 Using Macro Mode Use [ ] Macro mode to capture a close-up of the subject, such as flowers or insects. The effective range isbetween 0.6m to 1.0m. 1 . Set the focus switch to the [ ] position.2 . Compose your image.3 . Press the shutter button. To disable macro photography, slide the focus switch...
Page 33 - Setting Image Resolution and Quality; images via; . After entering the sub-menu, select your option by using the; to confirm the setting.
3 3 Setting Image Resolution and Quality Resolution and quality settings determine the pixel size (dimension), image file size, and compression ratio for the images. These settings affect the number of images stored in memory, or on an SD memory card. As you get to know the camera, it is recommended...
Page 34 - Number of Recordable Images; ditions and settings.
3 4 Number of Recordable Images The following list indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored in the internal memory or the SD memory card at the camera’s image quality and size settings. The number of recordable images may vary depending on the recorded subject and the capacity o...
Page 35 - SELECTING PHOTOGRAPHY MODE; Auto Mode; The camera’s default setting is [
3 5 SELECTING PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Auto Mode Using [ A ] Auto mode the majority of settings are adjusted by the camera. Simply aim at the subject and then shoot. 1 . Press the MENU button to enter [Capture] menu and select [Scene] using the / buttons. Press OK to enter the sub-menu. 2 . After entering t...
Page 36 - Sports Mode; to confirm setting. Sports mode icon displays [
3 6 Sports Mode For dynamic action, choose [ ] Sports mode. This feature also lets you capture moving subjects continuously. 1. Press the MENU button to enter [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the / buttons. Press OK to enter sub-menu. 2. After entering sub-menu, select [Sports] using the /...
Page 37 - Night Scene Mode; Capturing human subjects using [; press; brightness is low, the flash will fire at [
3 7 Night Scene Mode Capturing human subjects using [ ] Night Scene mode provides you a natural balance between the main subject and the background. The people in an evening sky or night scene are illuminated with lights from theflash while the background is captured at a slow shutter speed to preve...
Page 38 - Portrait Mode; Press
3 8 Portrait Mode [ ] Portrait mode helps you construct portraits in which the main subject stands out sharply and clearly whilereduces background’s details. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] using the / buttons. Press OK to enter the sub-menu. 2. After entering...
Page 39 - Landscape Mode; to confirm setting. Landscape mode icon [
3 9 Landscape Mode [ ] Landscape mode helps you capturing vivid and expansive landscape pictures with the enhancement of image’s color and saturation. [ ] Landscape mode is used when the distance to the subject is between 1. 0m to infinity. 1. Press the MENU button to enter [Capture] menu and select...
Page 40 - Backlight Mode
4 0 Backlight Mode Use [ ] Backlight mode when light is coming from behind your subject, throwing their features into shadow, orwhen your subject is in the shade but the background is bright. 1. Press the MENU button to enter [Capture] menu and select [Scene] using the / buttons. Press OK to enter s...
Page 41 - MOVIE MODE
4 1 MOVIE MODE [ ] Movie mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. 1. Press the MODE button to enter [ ] Movie mode. 2. You can start recording a video clip by pressing the shutter button.3. To stop recording, press the shutter button again. Notes: Under certain high...
Page 42 - IMAGE PLAYBACK; Single Image Playback
4 2 IMAGE PLAYBACK [ ] Playback allows you to view, magnify your images or play back video clips. This mode even provides thumbnail images display and slide show, allowing you to quickly search for the image that you want or playback the images one by one automatically. Single Image Playback Play ba...
Page 43 - Magnifying Images; button twice to enter [; magnifies the
4 3 Magnifying Images While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you toview fine details. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. 2. View and select your images using the /...
Page 44 - Viewing Nine Thumbnail Images at a Time; and nine thumbnail images appear on the LCD monitor (if; to display the selected image in full screen.
4 4 Viewing Nine Thumbnail Images at a Time This function allows you to view nine thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you can quicklyscan for a particular image. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the / buttons to select [Thu...
Page 45 - Viewing Video Clips
4 5 Viewing Video Clips To view the recorded video clips, follow the steps below: 1 . Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. 2 . Select the video clip you want to view using the / buttons.3. Press OK . Playback begins. Press OK again to stop playback. Automated Playback (Slide Show)...
Page 46 - Protecting Images
4 6 Protecting Images This feature allows you to prevent the recorded images from being accidentally erased. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. Then press the MENU button to enter Playback menu. 2. Select [Protect] using the / buttons, and press OK . 3. You can select to prot...
Page 47 - DELETING IMAGES
4 7 DELETING IMAGES Deleting Single Image/Video Clip To delete single image or video clip at a time: 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. 2. View and select unwanted images using the / buttons, then press the MENU button. 3. Sele...
Page 48 - Deleting All Images/Video Clips; button to enter the Playback menu.; to confirm
4 8 Deleting All Images/Video Clips 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. Then press the MENU button to enter the Playback menu. 2. Select [Delete] using the / buttons, and press OK . 3. Use the / buttons to select [All Images], and press OK . 4. Use the / buttons, then select [...
Page 49 - Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory; by pressing the / buttons, and then press; [No Image] pops up after the SD memory card or the internal memory
4 9 Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and deletes all stored images and data. 1. Press the MENU button to enter [Setup] in any mode. 2. Select [Format] using the / buttons. Press OK to enter sub-menu. 3. To format the SD memory ...
Page 50 - SETTING DPOF
5 0 SETTING DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you embed printing information on your SD memory card.By using DPOF, you can select an image to be printed and then specify how many prints or which image youwould like. Take your SD memory card to a DPOF enabled printer or through laboratory...
Page 51 - System Requirements
5 1 TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES/VIDEO CLIPS TO YOUR COMPUTER You can share the recorded images/video clips with your family or friends via e-mail or post them on the Web.Before doing so, you need to connect the camera to your computer using the USB cable and then transfer theimages/video clips. To ...
Page 52 - Step 1: Install the USB Driver; Installation on Windows 98 & 98SE; ”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete; Installation on MAC OS 9.0
5 2 Step 1: Install the USB Driver Installation on Windows 98 & 98SE The USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows 98 and 98SE. Windows 2000/ME/XP havebuilt-in USB driver and do not need to install the USB driver. 1 . Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.2 . Whe...
Page 53 - Step 2: Connect the Camera to Your Computer
5 3 Step 2: Connect the Camera to Your Computer 1. Turn on the camera.2 . Connect the larger end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.3 . Connect the small end of the USB cable to the USB socket on the camera.4 . The [USB] mode screen displays. Use the / buttons to select [Disk...
Page 54 - Step 3: Download the Recorded Images/Video Clips; For Computers Running Windows
5 4 Step 3: Download the Recorded Images/Video Clips When the camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is regarded as a disk drive, just like a floppydisk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying them from the “removable disk” (“untitled” disk ona Macintosh) to your compute...
Page 55 - SOFTWARE INSTALLATION; Installing the Photo Explorer; The Ulead; Install Ulead; to complete the installation.
5 5 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Installing the Photo Explorer The Ulead ® Photo Explorer provides a simple and efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute digital media. It lets you acquire photos, video or sound clips from various digital device types and easily browse oradd personal descrip...
Page 56 - Installing the Photo Express
5 6 Installing the Photo Express The Ulead ® Photo Express is a complete photo project software for digital images. The step-by-step workflow, visual program interface, and in-program help you creating exciting photo projects. It lets you acquire digitalphotos easily from digital cameras or scanners...
Page 57 - USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA; Microphone; Step 1: Install the PC camera driver; Install USB Driver
5 7 USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your digital camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference with businessassociates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family in another place. To use the digital camerafor videoconference, your computer system must inclu...
Page 58 - Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer
5 8 Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer 1 . Turn on the camera. 2 . Connect the larger end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. 3 . Connect the small end of the USB cable to the USB socket on the camera. 4 . The [USB] mode screen displays.5 . Use the / buttons ...
Page 59 - LIST OF MENU OPTIONS; Capture Menu; This menu includes the basic settings for taking still images.; button and then scroll through the options using the /
5 9 LIST OF MENU OPTIONS Capture Menu This menu includes the basic settings for taking still images. 1 . Press the MENU button and then scroll through the options using the / buttons. 2 . Press OK to enter sub-menu. 3 . After entering sub-menu, select your option using the / buttons.4 . Press OK to ...
Page 60 - Low compression rate; Scene; Select this option to take photographs of fast-moving subjects.
6 0 Size This sets the size of image to be photographed.[3072 x 2304]: 3072 x 2304 pixels[2560 x 1920]: 2560 x 1920 pixels[2048 x 1536]: 2048 x 1536 pixels[1280 x 960]: 1280 x 960 pixels[640 x 480]: 640 x 480 pixels Quality This sets the quality (compression rate) of image to be taken.[Fine]: Low co...
Page 61 - EV
6 1 EV Your camera adjusts the exposure for each scene automatically. However, when the subject is too dark or toobright, the camera adjusts the brightness properly. This is called EV compensation.The EV compensation of your camera can be adjusted from [-2.0 EV] to [+2.0 EV] (0.5 EV step). To adjust...
Page 62 - White Balance; When the brightness of a scene
6 2 White Balance When the brightness of a scene changes, our eyes adapt the difference so the white object remains white. For digital cameras, they can also see the white object as white by averaging the light around the subject. The camera determines the white balance by averaging the various kind...
Page 63 - Sensitivity equivalent to ISO100; Color; Bright colors; Saturation
6 3 ISO The ISO figure is the numeric indication for sensitivity to light.Higher ISO figure setting has higher sensitivity to light and is suitable for shooting under low light, but also hashigher noise (grains). [Auto]: Automatic adjustment[100]: Sensitivity equivalent to ISO100 [200]: Sensitivity ...
Page 65 - Playback Menu
6 5 Playback Menu Use the Playback menu you can create an on-camera slide show or configure DPOF settings. You may also delete or protect one or all stored images.1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. Then press the MENU button to enter Playback menu. Scroll through the options ...
Page 66 - Video Menu; This menu is for the basic settings for recording video clips.; Refer to “Capture Menu” in page 59 for further details.; Exit; Select this option if you wish to exit from the menu mode.
6 6 Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings for recording video clips. EV Refer to “Capture Menu” in page 59 for further details. White Balance Refer to “Capture Menu” in page 59 for further details. Exit Select this option if you wish to exit from the menu mode. OK:Adjust W :Exit Video Setup...
Page 67 - Sets whether the camera will beep or not when you press a button.
6 7 Setup Menu (in Capture/Video/Playback Menu) You can select camera setting according to your preference in Setup of Capture/Video/Playback Menu.Navigate the options you wish to configure using the / buttons. Date/Time This sets the image recording date and time.Refer to “Setting the Date and Time...
Page 69 - CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS; Item
6 9 CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Sensor Approx. 5.0 Mega pixels Image resolution Still image: 3072 x 2304 (7MP, by interpolation) 2560 x 1920 (5MP, native resolution) 2048 x 1536 1280 x 960 640 x 480 Video clip: 320 x 240 Image quality Fine/Normal/Economy Recording media 16 MB internal mem...
Page 70 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Power Supply; Symptom
7 0 TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the symptoms and measures listed below before sending the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contactyour local RadioShack. Power Supply Symptom Power does not come on. Power cuts out during use. Power does not go off. The battery runs out quickly. The battery o...
Page 71 - Shooting
7 1 Symptom The camera does not shoot afterpressing the shutter button. Images do not appear on the LCDmonitor. The camera does not focus. The flash does not fire.The flash cannot recharge. E v e n t h e f l a s h h a s f i r e d , t h eimage remains dark. The image is too dark. The image is too bri...
Page 73 - China
7 3 This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanshipunder normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned storesand authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. For complete warranty details and exclusions,check w...
