Acer Digital camera 8.1 Mega pixels CCD User manual

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CONTENTS
2 INTRODUCTION
2 Package Contents
3 GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMERA
3 Front View
4 Rear View
6 Mode Dial
7 LCD Monitor Icons
10 GETTING STARTED
10 Inserting and Removing the
Battery
11 Charging the Battery
12 Using an AC Power Adapter
12 Inserting and Removing an SD
Card
13 Setting the Date and Time
14 Choosing the Display
Language
15 Formatting an SD Memory Card
16 Setting Image Resolution and
Quality
17 PHOTOGRAPHY MODE
17 [ ] Auto Mode
19 Using the Digital Zoom
20 Setting the Flash
21 Setting the Focus
22 Setting the Self-timer
23 Exposure Compensation/
Backlight Correction
24 [Tv] Shutter Speed Priority
Photography Mode
25 [Av] Aperture Priority Mode
26 [M] Manual Mode
27 [ ] Movie Mode
28 [ ] PLAYBACK MODE
28 Playing Back Still Images
29 Playing Back Video Clips
30 Attaching Voice Memos
31 Zoom Playback
32 Slideshow Display
33 Protecting Images
35 [ ] Deleting Images
37 DPOF Settings
39 MENU OPTIONS
39 Photography Menu (Picture tab)
41 Photography Menu (Function tab)
43 Photography Menu (AE/AWB tab)
45 Playback Menu
46 Setup Menu (Basic tab)
48 Setup Menu (Custom tab)
49 TRANSFERRING RECORDED
IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR
COMPUTER
49 Step 1: Installing the USB Driver
50 Step 2: Connecting the Camera
to Your Computer
51 Step 3: Downloading Images
and Video Files
52 CONNECTING THE CAMERA DI-
RECTLY TO THE PRINTER FOR
PRINTING IMAGES (PICTBRIDGE
FUNCTION)
54 INSTALLING NTI PHOTO SUITE
55 CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera.
Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art
smart camera. Equipped with a 8.1 Mega pixels CCD, this camera is capable of
capturing images with a resolution of up to 3264 x 2448 pixels.
Package Contents
Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items:
Digital Camera
A/V cable
USB cable
User’s manual
Software CD-ROM
Camera strap
Camera pouch
SD memory card
AC power adapter
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery charger

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# Name Description
1 Mode dial Sets the camera mode
Focuses and locks both focus & exposure when
2 Shutter button pressed halfway down. Captures the image when
pressed all the way down.
3 Power indicator Lights on when the camera power is turned on.
4POWER (Power) button Turns the camera power on and off.
5 Flash Provides flash illumination.
6 Viewfinder window Allows you to frame the subject of the image.
7Self-timer LED Blinks red during Self-timer mode until the image
(AF auxiliary light) is captured.
8USB or A/V OUT terminal Allows you to connect a USB cable or an A/V
cable to the camera.
Allows you to connect an AC power adapter to
9DC IN 5V terminal operate the camera without battery, or to charge
rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
10 Lens 3x optical zoom lens allows you to capture
telephoto and wide-angle images.
11 Microphone For recording audio with video clips and voice
annotation.
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GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMERA
Front View

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# Name Description
1 Status LED Indicates the cameras operational status.
2 Viewfinder window Allows you to compose your subject using the
optical viewfinder.
3 Diopter adjustment dial Provides a clearer image when using the optical
viewfinder.
Mode switch Sets the camera mode.
4Photography mode Selects this when capturing still images or recording
video clips.
Playback mode Performs image playback and deletion.
5(Zoom in) button Zooms the lens to telephoto position.
(Zoom out) button Zooms the lens to wide-angle position.
6MENU (Menu) button Toggles On-Screen Display (OSD) menu on and off.
7(Delete) button Allows you to delete an image.
8 Speaker For playback or recorded audio.
9(Display) button Turns the LCD monitor display and live view on
and off.
10 Strap holder Camera strap attachment.
11 Multi-selector button Allows you to scroll through menus and images,
and then select your choices.
12 Battery/SD card cover Access to the battery and memory card.
13 Tripod socket For tripod mounting.
14 LCD monitor For image preview/review. Displays control menus,
camera settings, and operational icons.
Rear View
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# Name Description
1SET button Enters the menu page and confirms the chosen setting.
2Sbutton Scrolls upwards.
(Focus) button Allows you to choose the appropriate focus setting.
3Xbutton Scrolls right.
(Flash) button Allows you to choose the appropriate flash setting.
Tbutton Scrolls downwards.
4(Self-timer) button Allows you to toggle the self-timer on and off, selects
the desired self-timer mode.
Wbutton Scrolls left.
(Exposure Allows you to toggle the exposure compensation/
5 compensation/ backlight correction on and off.
Backlight correction)
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# Mode Description
1Auto photography The camera automatically sets for exposure, etc.
PProgram In program mode the shutter speed and
2(auto exposure) aperture will be set automatically, but other
parameters may be set manually.
3Tv Shutter speed priority You may specify the shutter speed while the
camera sets the corresponding aperture value.
4Av Aperture priority You may specify the aperture value while the
camera sets the corresponding shutter speed.
5MManual photography For full manual control over exposure, aperture
and other settings.
6Portrait To photograph a person and defocus (blur)
the background.
7Sports For photographing fast-moving subjects.
8Night scene For photographing evening or night scenes.
9Set-up Specify your camera’s settings.
10 Movie For recording video clips.
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LCD Monitor Icons
For Photography modes: [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
Pressing the button changes the LCD display in the sequence of:
display with icons, display without icons, LCD monitor OFF.
10. Image quality
[ ] Fine
[ ] Standard
[ ] Economy
[TIFF] TIFF
11. Self-timer icon
[ ] 10 sec.
[] 2 sec.
[ ] 10+2 sec.
12. Date and time
13. Long-exposure time
warning icon (potential
for hand-shake blur)
14. Backlight correction
1. Mode icon
2. Zoom status
3. Voice memo
4. Battery condition
[] Full battery power
[] Medium battery power
[] Low battery power
[] Virtually no battery
power
5. Flash mode
[Blank] Automatic
[ ] Red-eye Reduction
[ ] Forced Flash
[ ] Flash Off
6. Main focus area
7. Capture mode icon
[Blank] Single
[ ] Continuous
[AEB] Auto Exp.
8. Image resolution
[] 3264 x 2448
[] 2560 x 1920
[] 1600 x 1200
[] 640 x 480
9. Available number of
shots
15. Metering
[] Multi
[] Spot
16. White balance
[Blank] Auto
[] Incandescent
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[] Day Light
[] Cloudy
[] Manual
17. Focus setting
[Blank] Auto focus
[] Macro
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For Photography modes: [P] [Tv] [Av] [M]
Pressing the button changes the LCD display in the sequence of:
display with icons, display with icons and histogram, display without
icons, LCD monitor OFF.
1. Mode icon
2. Zoom status
3. Voice memo
4. Battery condition
5. Flash mode
6. Histogram
7. Main focus area
8. Capture mode icon
9. Image resolution
10. Available number of shots
11. Image quality
12. Self-timer icon
13. Date and time
14. Long-exposure time warning icon
(potential for hand-shake blur)
15. [ ] Exposure compensation
[] Backlight correction
16. Metering
17. White balance
18. Focus setting
19. Aperture
20. Shutter speed
21. Shuttter speed/Aperture/EV control
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For Movie mode [ ]
1. Mode icon
2. Zoom status
3. Battery condition
4. Video resolution
5. Available recording time/Elapsed time
6. Video quality
7. Self-timer icon
8. Date and time
9. Focus setting
Playback mode [ ] -Still image playback
1. Mode icon
2. File number
3. Folder number
4. Protect icon
5. Voice memo
6. DPOF icon
Playback mode [ ]-Video playback
1. Video status bar
2. Elapsed time
3. File number
4. Folder number
5. Protect icon
6. Mode icon
7. Play mode
8. Sound off icon (When the [S] button is
pressed during video playback.)
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GETTING STARTED
Inserting and Removing the Battery
We highly recommend using specified rechargeable lithium-ion battery (1050mAh,
3.7V) to realize the full capability of your camera. Charge the battery fully before
using the camera. Make sure that the power of the camera is off before inserting
or removing the battery.
Inserting the Battery
1. Open the battery/SD card cover in the
direction of the [OPEN] arrow.
2. Insert the battery in the correct
orientation shown.
Tilt the battery lock lever in the direction
of the arrow, and then insert the battery.
3. Close the battery/SD card cover.
Removing the Battery
Open the battery/SD card cover and then release the battery lock lever. When
the battery has come out a little, slowly pull it out the rest of the way.
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Charging the Battery
Using the optional AC power adapter may charge the battery or operate the
camera as power supply. Make sure that the power of the camera is off and then
insert the battery before starting.
1. Insert one end of the AC power adapter
into the DC IN 5V terminal of the camera.
2. Insert the other end of the AC power
adapter into a wall outlet.
The status LED flashes green when
charging is started and lights green
when charging is completed. The LED
lights red when a charging error has
occurred.
It is recommended to fully discharge
the battery before recharging.
Charging time varies according to the
ambient temperature and the status
of battery.
This camera must be used with specified AC power adapter. Damage
caused by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under the
warranty.
Always make sure that the camera is off before removing the battery.
The battery may feel warm after it has been charged or immediately after
being used. This is normal and not a malfunction.
When using the camera in cold conditions, keep the camera and battery
warm by storing it in a warm place such as an interior pocket between
shots.
If you open the battery cover without removing the battery, the battery
power will not be disconnected.
If you remove the battery, you have to insert the battery within two
hours in order to make sure that the date and time will not be reset.

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Using an AC Power Adapter
Using an AC power adapter prevents the camera from automatically powered
off while transferring files to your computer.
Perform the steps in the preceding section “Charging the Battery”.
Make sure to use only the AC power adapter specified for the digital
video camera. Damage caused by the use of an incorrect adapter is not
covered under the warranty.
Inserting and Removing an SD Card
Images captured with the camera will be stored on a Secure Digital (SD) memory
card. You must have an SD card in place to use the camera. Before inserting or
removing the SD card, make sure that the power of the camera is off.
Inserting an SD card
1. Open the battery/SD card cover.
2. Insert the SD card in the correct
orientation shown.
Hold the SD card with its front side
(printed arrow) facing the rear side of
the camera, and then insert the card
as far as it can go. There will be a
distinct click as the card seats fully
into the card slot.
3. Close the battery/SD card cover.
Removing an SD card
Open the battery/SD card cover, press lightly on the edge of the SD card and it
will eject.
If the camera is powered on without an SD card inserted, a message “NO
CARD” appears on the LCD monitor.
To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD card
you can slide the write-protected tab (on the side of the SD card) to “LOCK”.
However, to save, edit or erase data on an SD card, you must unlock the card.

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Setting the Date and Time
The date/time needs to be set if/when:
Camera is turned on for the first time.
Camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the battery for an
extended period of time.
When the date and time information is not displayed on the LCD monitor, follow
these steps to set the correct date and time.
1. Slide the mode switch to [ ] and set
the mode dial to [ ].
The setup menu is displayed.
2. Select [Custom] with the W/Xbuttons.
3. Select [Date/Time] with the S/T
buttons, and press the SET button.
The Date/Time setting screen will
be displayed.
4. Select the item’s field with the W/X
buttons and adjust the value for the
date and time with the S/Tbuttons.
The date and time is set in the order
year-month-day-hour-minute.
The time is displayed in 24-hours
format.
5. After confirming all settings are correct,
press the SET button.
The setting will be stored and the
screen will return to the setup menu.
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Choosing the Display Language
Choose an On-Screen Display (OSD) language for information to be displayed
on the LCD monitor.
1. Slide the mode switch to [ ] and set
the mode dial to [ ].
The setup menu is displayed.
2. Select [Custom] with the W/Xbuttons.
3. Select [Language] with the S/T
buttons, and press the SET button.
The available OSD languages will be
displayed.
4. Select the displayed language with the
S/Tbuttons and press the SET button.
The setting will be stored.

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Formatting an SD Memory Card
Formatting an SD card will erase all of the images and folders that have been
recorded on the SD card. Formatting is not possible when the SD card in the
locked condition.
1. Slide the mode switch to [ ] and set
the mode dial to [ ].
[Basic] of the setup menu is displayed.
2. Select [Format] with the S/Tbuttons,
and press the SET button.
3. Select [Execute] with the S/Tbuttons,
and press the SET button.
To cancel formatting, select [Cancel].
You need to format an SD card before using it in this camera.
Formatting an SD card erases everything from the memory card including
images, videos, and also non-image data. Before formatting, make sure
that all data is unnecessary.
Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at a
later time.
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Setting Image Resolution and Quality
Resolution and quality settings determine the pixel size (dimension), image file
size, and compression ratio for your images. These settings affect the number
of images that can be stored on a memory card. As you get to know the camera,
it is recommended that you try each quality and resolution setting to get an
appreciation for the effects that these settings will have on your images.
Higher resolution and higher quality images offer the best photographic results, but
produce large file sizes. Therefore, few images will take up a lot of memory space.
High resolution and quality settings are recommended for printed output and
situations requiring the finest detail. Lower resolution/quality images take up
less memory space and may be quite suitable for sharing images via e-mail, in
a report, or on a web page.
To change image resolution or image quality, perform these steps below:
1. Slide the mode switch to [ ] and set the
mode dial to one of the photography
modes.
2. Press the MENU button.
[Picture] of the photography menu is
displayed.
3. Select [Size] with the S/Tbuttons, and
press the SET button.
4. Select the desired setting with the S/T
buttons, and press the SET button.
5. Select [Quality] with the S/Tbuttons,
and press the SET button.
6. Select the desired setting with the S T
buttons, and press the SET button.
7. To exit from the photography menu,
press the MENU button.
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FunctionPicture AE/AWB
Size
Quality
Sharpness
Contrast
Color
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PHOTOGRAPHY MODE
[ ] Auto Mode
Auto photography mode is perhaps the most commonly used photography
mode. Images can be captured simply because the exposure (the combination
of shutter speed and aperture setting) is determined automatically to suit the
photographic conditions.
You can use either the optical viewfinder and/or the 2.5" LCD monitor to compose
your images. Capturing images using the optical viewfinder will conserve the
battery power. If the battery power is low, it is recommended that you only
compose images using the viewfinder. Using the LCD monitor, you can compose
images more accurately, but at the cost of the battery consumption. Always use
the LCD display for close-up macro shots.
Using the Optical Viewfinder
Make sure that the battery and SD card are inserted before capturing images.
1. Press the POWER button to turn on the
camera.
2. Slide the mode switch to [ ] and set
the mode dial to [ ].
3. Compose your image in the viewfinder.
Turn the “diopter adjustment dial” until
the image appears clearly within the
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4. Press the shutter button down halfway.
Pressing the shutter button down
halfway automatically focuses and
adjusts the exposure.
The focus-area frame turns blue and
the status LED lights green when the
camera is focused and exposure is
determined.
When the focus or exposure is not
suitable, the frame of the focus area
turns yellow and the status LED
flashes red.
5. Press the shutter button down fully to capture the image.
If the photographic preview is set to "ON", images (the captured image)
will be displayed while the image is being recorded onto the memory.
When the voice memo is set to “ON”, [VOICE RECORDING] will be displayed
on the screen immediately after the image is captured and voice memo
recording will start.
Press the shutter button one more time during recording, or wait for 30
seconds, [VOICE RECORD END] will be displayed and the recording will
end. A [ ] icon is displayed with images that have been recorded with a
voice memo.
Using the LCD Monitor
Make sure that the battery and SD card are inserted before capturing images.
1. Press the POWER button to turn on the
camera.
2. Slide the mode switch to [ ] and set
the mode dial to [ ].
By default, the LCD monitor setting is
on.
3. Compose your image in the LCD
monitor.
4. Press the shutter button down halfway,
then press it down fully.
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Using the Digital Zoom
Using a combination of 3 times optical zoom and 5.1 times digital zoom permits
zoom photography up to 15.3 times to suit the subject and the distance. Digital
zoom is a compelling feature, however, the more an image is enlarged (zoomed),
the more pixelated (grainer) the image will appear.
1. Slide the mode switch to [ ] and set
the mode dial to one of the photography
modes.
2. Turn on the LCD monitor by pressing
the button.
3. To enable the digital zoom:
a. Press the MENU button.
b. Select [Function] with the W/X
buttons.
c. Select [Digital Zoom] with the S/T
buttons, and press the SET button.
d. Select [ON] with the S/Tbuttons again,
and press the SET button.
e. Press the MENU button to exit from
the menu screen.
f. To activate the digital zoom, press
and hold the button completely until
the image on the LCD monitor expands.
4. Press the shutter button to capture a
“zoomed” image.
Digital zoom cannot be activated in the [ ] mode.
The digital zoom is cancelled when the LCD monitor is turned off.
The zoom setting is automatically cancelled by either turning the camera
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Setting the Flash
Set the flash for capturing images. The flash mode can be selected for the
particular photographic conditions.
1. Slide the mode switch to [ ] and set
the mode dial to one of the photography
modes.
The available flash modes are dependant
on the selected photography mode,
scene mode, and capture mode.
2. Toggle the button to select the
desired flash mode.
Each press of the button moves
the icon one step through the sequence
and displays it on the screen.
For the automatic mode [ ]:
For the modes [P], [Tv], [Av] and [M].