Page 2 - Product Registration; Important Information
To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries recommended by themanufacturer for this product. Other types of batteries may burst causing damage andpersonal injury. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipmentmay void the user’s authority to opera...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
1 Table of Contents Table of Contents (continued on the next page) Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Parts Checklist ......................................................................................... 4System Requirements for PhotoStudio®2000 ...................................... 5 Windows® ...
Page 4 - Chapter 3: Viewing and Downloading
2 Table of Contents Using the Menus ................................................................................... 24 Record Menu .................................................................................. 24View Menu .........................................................................
Page 5 - Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Parts Checklist • System Requirements for PhotoStudio ® 2000 • Buttons and Controls • Getting Started • Powering the Camera • Using the Neck Strap and Lens Cover Holder 3 Changing Entertainment. Again.
Page 6 - Parts Checklist
4 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Neck strapPart # 252327 Camera Parts Checklist Make sure the box includes the items shown here: Caution Never use the power supply for any purpose other than powering the camera. AC power supplyPart # 252110 A F Z o o m 5 . 4 - 1 6 . 2 m m 1 :2 . 8 - 4 . 4 Imaging...
Page 7 - System Requirements for PhotoStudio; Windows
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 5 System Requirements for PhotoStudio ® 2000 Windows ® PC Requirements • Windows 95 ® PC with available serial port • Windows 98 ® PC with available USB or serial port (USB port recommended) • Windows 2000 ® PC with available USB or serial port (USB port recommended...
Page 8 - Buttons and Controls
6 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Buttons and Controls A F Z o o m 5 . 4 - 1 6 . 2 m m 1 :2 . 8 - 4 . 4 MENU QUICK REVIEW DISPLAY Lens Flashbulb Optical viewfinder(front) Self-timer indicator Navigationbutton LCD monitor CompactFlash™ cardcompartment door Speaker Neck strapeyelet Optical viewfinde...
Page 10 - Getting Started; Unpack the camera and accessories
8 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Getting Started This section describes the basics on how to set up your camera to take pictures for thefirst time. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options. Unpack the camera and accessories • The items shown in the parts checklist ar...
Page 11 - Insert the batteries
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 9 Insert the batteries 1. Make sure the Power dial is set to OFF. 2. Turn the camera over so that you are looking at the bottom. 3. If the LOCK switch for the battery compartment door is locked, unlock it. 4. Place your thumb on the thumbgrips above OPEN and push to...
Page 12 - Battery Level Icon
10 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup This icon appears when batteries are full. The icon changes to show that you’ve used some battery power. As you use more battery power, the icon changes again. This icon flashes in the viewfinder when the battery power is almost gone. Thecamera turns off automati...
Page 13 - Insert the CompactFlashTM card
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 11 Insert the CompactFlash™ card 1. Make sure the Power dial is set to OFF. 2. Slide the CompactFlash card compartment doorto the rear of the camera. (The doors springsopen.) 3. Before inserting the card, make sure the Ejectbutton is pushed in so that the door can c...
Page 14 - Take a picture; View your picture
12 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup MENU QUICK REVIEW DISPLAY Navigationbutton Take a picture 1. Set the Power dial to REC. 2. Use the optical viewfinder and zoom to framethe picture you want to take. Be careful not toblock the lens or flash bulb with your fingers. 3. Hold the camera still and leve...
Page 15 - Powering the Camera; Using the Power Supply
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 13 Powering the Camera You can power your camera with AC power or batteries. For details on using batteries,see page 9. Using the Power Supply The power supply attaches to the camera and lets you power it directly from standardhousehold power (110-240 volts, 50/60 H...
Page 16 - Removing the power supply
14 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Removing the power supply 1. Make sure the Power dial is set to OFF. 2. Unplug the power supply from the AC outlet. 3. Unplug the small end of the power supply fromthe POWER jack on the camera. Important: Before detaching the power source, make sure the camera’s ...
Page 17 - Using the Neck Strap and Lens Cover Holder
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 15 Using the Neck Strap and Lens Cover Holder The camera’s neck strap is designed to let you carry the camera from your neck and –when ready– bring the camera to shooting position in one quick movement. 1. Before attaching the neck strap, thread the lens cover holde...
Page 18 - Setting the Date and Time
16 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Setting the Date and Time You need to set the date and time for correct fileinformation and display, but it is not required tooperate the camera. The date/time information doesnot appear on a printed photo. 1. Set the Power dial to SETUP. (The Setup menuappears.)...
Page 19 - Chapter 2; Using the Camera’s; Digital and Optical Zooming
Chapter 2 Using the Camera’s Features Chapter Overview: • Digital and Optical Zooming • Quick Review • Using the Navigation Button • Using the Status Screen • Using the Menus 17 Changing Entertainment. Again.
Page 20 - Using the Camera’s Features; Using the Zoom Lever (
Using the Camera’s Features 18 Chapter 2 Digital and Optical Zooming You can zoom in and out for close-up or wide-angleshots by moving the zoom lever. Optical zooming ispossible up to 3 times, and digital zooming allowsup to 4 times normal magnification. Using the Zoom Lever ( W and T ) To zoom in t...
Page 21 - Quick Review; Using the Navigation Button
Using the Camera’s Features Chapter 2 19 Quick Review You can see the last picture you took with theQUICK REVIEW button. 1. Set the Power dial to REC. 2. Press the QUICK REVIEW button down for aslong as you want to see the last picture youtook. (The picture appears). Note: If no pictures have been t...
Page 22 - Using the Status Screen; Picture Quality Status; Macro
Using the Camera’s Features 20 Chapter 2 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial MODE button Using the Status Screen The Status screen helps you see the settings ofspecific modes for your picture taking, includingpicture quality, flash, and battery life. Picture Quality Status Once you se...
Page 23 - Multi; Battery Level
Using the Camera’s Features Chapter 2 21 Multi This mode allows you to take 16 images in 4seconds, and is especially good for action shots. All 16 images are stored as 1 file. No flash modesare available with this setting. To conserve file size, the picture resolution qualityis automatically adjuste...
Page 24 - Flash Modes; Auto Flash
Using the Camera’s Features 22 Chapter 2 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial FLASH button Flash Modes You can choose from 4 flash modes for takingpictures of single pictures (none, auto, forced, andred-eye reduction). The default mode is Auto Flash. No Flash (no icon) This mode allows...
Page 25 - Red-eye Reduction Flash; Self Timer Status; Camera Busy
Using the Camera’s Features Chapter 2 23 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial TIMER button Red-eye Reduction Flash This mode uses a quick flash to reduce the red-eyeeffect in your pictures. To set the flash mode to Red Eye, press and releasethe FLASH button until you see the red-eye ic...
Page 26 - Using the Menus; Record Menu; White Balance
Using the Camera’s Features 24 Chapter 2 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial MENU QUICK REVIEW DISPLAY Navigationbutton Using the Menus This camera is equipped with an on-screen menusystem that simplifies many of the more detailedsettings. There is a menu for each of the Power dialmod...
Page 27 - Exposure
Using the Camera’s Features Chapter 2 25 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial Exposure This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the bestavailable picture quality, however, you may want toadjust it manually. Manual exposure isrecommended in the following situations: • When taking...
Page 28 - Tip; Picture Quality
Using the Camera’s Features 26 Chapter 2 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial MENU QUICK REVIEW DISPLAY Navigationbutton Picture Quality Number of Pixels File Compression (Resolution) Economy 640 x 480 Medium Normal Maximum Medium Fine Maximum Low Tip Economy mode is best suited forweb...
Page 29 - View Menu; Displaying Picture Information
Using the Camera’s Features Chapter 2 27 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial MENU QUICK REVIEW DISPLAY Navigationbutton View Menu You can use the View menu to see your pictures,delete them, or lock/unlock them. Displaying Picture Information This feature allows you to toggle the date/...
Page 30 - Delete a Picture; Lock/Unlock a Picture
Using the Camera’s Features 28 Chapter 2 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial MENU QUICK REVIEW DISPLAY Navigationbutton Delete a Picture This feature lets you delete single pictures. 1. Set the Power dial to VIEW. (The last pictureyou took appears.) 2. Press the MENU button. (The View...
Page 31 - Delete All Pictures
Using the Camera’s Features Chapter 2 29 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial MENU QUICK REVIEW DISPLAY Navigationbutton Tip If you don’t want the picture infodisplayed in a slideshow, it can behidden by turning it off (see page27). 5. Use the Navigation button to highlight LOCK . Pres...
Page 32 - Slideshow
Using the Camera’s Features 30 Chapter 2 Slideshow You can have the camera show all your pictures as aslideshow. The slide speed can be adjusted to 4, 6,or 8 seconds. 1. Set the Power dial to VIEW. (The last pictureyou took appears.) 2. Press the MENU button. (The View menuappears and DELETE PICTURE...
Page 33 - Setup Menu; LCD Monitor Brightness; Sound
Using the Camera’s Features Chapter 2 31 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial MENU QUICK REVIEW DISPLAY Navigationbutton Setup Menu You can use the Setup menu to adjust the LCDmonitor brightness, turn the sound on or off, or evenformat the CompactFlash card. If you haven’t already set ...
Page 34 - Self Timer; Using the Self Timer
Using the Camera’s Features 32 Chapter 2 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial MENU QUICK REVIEW DISPLAY Navigationbutton A F Z o o m 5 . 4 - 1 6 . 2 mm 1 : 2 . 8 - 4 . 4 Self timer indicator Self Timer The camera has a self timer so that you can delaywhen the picture is taken by a few ...
Page 35 - TV Signal; Language
Using the Camera’s Features Chapter 2 33 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial MENU QUICK REVIEW DISPLAY Navigationbutton TV Signal You can set the video output signal to NTSC or PAL,depending on the type of signal you have in yourarea. The default is NTSC, but PAL may be necessaryin so...
Page 36 - Formatting the CompactFlash Card
Using the Camera’s Features 34 Chapter 2 FLASH TIMER MODE ON S ET U P V IE W OFF Power dial MENU QUICK REVIEW DISPLAY Navigationbutton Formatting the CompactFlash Card This feature allows you to format the CompactFlashcard and delete all pictures (including locked ones). 1. Set the Power dial to SET...
Page 37 - Chapter 3; Viewing and Downloading; Using Your Camera with a TV or PC
Chapter 3 Viewing and Downloading Chapter Overview: • Using Your Camera with a TV or PC • System Requirements for PhotoStudio 2000 ® • Connecting to a Computer 35 Changing Entertainment. Again.
Page 38 - Connecting to a TV (or VCR) to See Your Pictures; the LCD monitor on the camera turns off
Viewing and Downloading 36 Chapter 3 Using Your Camera with a TV or PC Your pictures can be viewed on your TV or transferred to a PC, saved, and edited usingthe included cable and software. Connecting to a TV (or VCR) to See Your Pictures You can view your pictures on your TV (or VCR) using the supp...
Page 40 - Connecting to a Computer
Viewing and Downloading 38 Chapter 3 Connecting to a Computer Your pictures can be transferred to your PC or Macintosh and saved using the imagetransfer/editing software, PhotoStudio2000. 1. To assure safety, make sure the camera is turned off before making any connection. 2. Insert the PhotoStudio2...
Page 41 - Chapter 4; Other Information
Chapter 4 Other Information Chapter Overview: • Troubleshooting • Care and Cleaning • Traveling Tips • Specifications • Limited Warranty • FCC Declaration of Conformity and Industry CanadaInformation • Optional Accessories • Index 39 Changing Entertainment. Again.
Page 42 - Troubleshooting; Power Problems; No power is supplied.; The power suddenly goes off and does not come back on by itself.; Feature and Function Problems; Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object.
Other Information 40 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting If you’re having problems with your camera, try the solutions in this section. If theproblem still exists, please consult the warranty in this user’s guide. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent your camera fromfunctio...
Page 43 - Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor.; It isn’t possible to shoot in succession.; There seems to be a problem taking pictures.
Other Information Chapter 4 41 Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor. The LCD monitor is made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or brightspots of light (red, green, or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. This is notdue to any defect of the unit. The icon...
Page 44 - Care and Cleaning; Cleaning the Camera; Proper Care and Storage
Other Information 42 Chapter 4 Care and Cleaning Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Camera 1. Clean the exterior, wiping gently with a soft cloth. For heavy dirt, use diluted, mildsoap and wring the cloth well. Then wipe again with a dry cloth. 2. Wipe the LCD monitor gently with a soft, dry cloth. 3...
Page 45 - Things to Avoid
Other Information Chapter 4 43 CD-ROM Care • Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface).Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center hole using...
Page 46 - Traveling Tips
Other Information 44 Chapter 4 Traveling Tips • Write down your camera’s serial number and keep it separate from the camera whentraveling. If your camera is lost or stolen, you will be able to identify it. • Use extra care to avoid damage to your camera and accessories when operatingthem at a beach ...
Page 47 - Specifications; AC Power Supply
Other Information Chapter 4 45 Specifications Camera CCD sensor resolution: 1792x1200 pixels (2.3 megapixel output, interpolated) Lens: 5.4-16.2mm (3x optical zoom) Normal Range: 50cm - infinity Macro range: 5-50cm Digital zoom: 2x, 4x Recording medium: CompactFlash, type 1 or type 2 Erase: Single o...
Page 48 - Limited Warranty; What your warranty covers:; For how long after your purchase:
Other Information 46 Chapter 4 Limited Warranty Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year from date of purchase - Unit exchange, which includes parts and labor. • The warranty for rental units begins with the first...
Page 49 - To receive a replacement camera after we have received your unit:
Other Information Chapter 4 47 4. Ship your defective unit back to us using the replacement unit’s carton. Shippinginstructions will be included on the carton along with your SR number which willallow you to easily ship the unit back to us. Make sure you insure your shipment incase of damage or loss...
Page 50 - What your warranty; does not; Product Registration:
Other Information 48 Chapter 4 What your warranty does not cover: • Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage. • Adjustment of customer controls. • Damage from misuse or neglect. • A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used forinstitutional or othe...
Page 51 - How State Law relates to warranty:
Other Information Chapter 4 49 ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLEWARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. How State Law relates to warranty: • Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequen...
Page 53 - Optional Accessories; To order accessories, contact your local Dealer.; Using the Optional AC088 Tripod
Other Information Chapter 4 51 Cautions: • Before using a tripod, make sure it isstable enough to hold the camerawithout falling over. Do not transportthe camera attached to the tripod. • When attaching your camera to a tripod,be careful not to force the tripod screwinto the camera’s tripod mounting...
Page 54 - Video Accessories
Other Information 52 Chapter 4 To order accessories, contact your local Dealer. If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order by telephoneor direct-by-mail. United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card ready...
Page 55 - Accessories Order Form; Description; Total Amount Enclosed
Other Information Chapter 4 53 Accessories Order Form Description Part No. Price Qty. Total Super lightweight tripod AC088 $ 49.95 Soft camera case 252114 $ 16.60 Neck strap 252327 $ 14.95 Lens cap 252325 $9.95 Lens cap holder 252326 $5.95 AC power supply 252110 $39.30 Video output cable 252113 $5.6...
Page 56 - USE YOUR CREDIT CARD
Other Information 54 Chapter 4 ¤ r r s TM Charge your order on your VISA,MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard Expiration date: Expiration date: Co...
Page 58 - Index; Chapter 7
Index 56 Chapter 7 Index A Accessories 51 order form 53 B Batteries inserting 9 Battery level 21Battery level icon 10Buttons and controls 6 C Camera busy 23Capture modes 20 Burst 21Macro 20Multi 21Normal 20 CD-ROM care 43Cleaning 42CompactFlash card formatting 34 CompactFlash™ card inserting 11 Conn...
Page 60 - Thomson multimedia Inc.
Thomson multimedia Inc. 10330 North Meridian StreetIndianapolis, IN 46290 Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual oron the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. ©2001 Thomson multimedia Inc.Trademark(s)® RegisteredMarca(s) Registrada...
