Concord Camera Eye-Q Go Eye-Q Go LCD Camera User manual

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CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations on the purchase of your new
camera. Your camera has been carefully engineered
and manufactured to give you dependable
operation. Read this manual before operating the
camera to become more familiar with it.
This manual has been written and formatted with
depth and detail so that you can easily follow the
instructions to maximize the features of your
camera.
ENGLISH
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Table of Contents
Important Information......................................................................................4
Camera Features ..............................................................................................6
System Requirements ......................................................................................6
1. The Camera
Overview of your Concord Eye-Q Go LCD Camera ..........................................7
Loading the Battery ........................................................................................8
Turning the Camera On and Off ......................................................................9
LCD Menus Screens ........................................................................................10
LCD Messages ................................................................................................12
Turning the LCD On and Off ..........................................................................13
Camera Ready LED Status ..............................................................................13
Camera Memory..............................................................................................14
Using the Memory Card..................................................................................15
2. Camera Mode
Taking Pictures................................................................................................16
Main Menu ......................................................................................................16
Mode Select ..............................................................................................17
Video Clips Mode ................................................................................17
Self-timer ..............................................................................................18
Image Quality ............................................................................................19
Slide Switch ..............................................................................................20
Flash ..........................................................................................................21
White Balance ..........................................................................................22
LCD Brightness ..........................................................................................23
Setup ........................................................................................................24
2X Digital Zoom ............................................................................................27
3. Review Mode
2X Enlargement ..............................................................................................28
Video Clip Playback ......................................................................................28
Main Menu ....................................................................................................29
Delete ........................................................................................................29
Thumbnail ..................................................................................................31
Brightness ..................................................................................................31
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4. Transferring Files to the Computer
Installing the Software ..................................................................................32
Connecting the Camera to the Computer......................................................33
Disconnecting the Camera from the Computer ............................................33
Viewing files on your computer ....................................................................34
TWAIN/WDM Drivers ..................................................................................35
Mass Storage ............................................................................................36
For Windows ........................................................................................36
For Macintosh ......................................................................................37
Using PhotoImpression Software ..................................................................38
5. Special Features
PC Video Clips................................................................................................39
Web Camera ..................................................................................................40
TV Mode ........................................................................................................41
6. Camera Maintenance
Cleaning the Eye-Q Go LCD............................................................................43
7. Tips and Troubleshooting ..............................................................................44
8. Getting Help ..................................................................................................48
9. Camera Specifications ....................................................................................49
10. Warranty Information ....................................................................................52
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
FCC INFORMATION
FCC WARNING: This equipment meets the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules. Only the cables supplied with the camera
should be used. Operation with other cables is likely to result in interference to
radio and TV reception and could void the user’s authorization to operate this
equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
for HOME OR OFFICE USE
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void
the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
USER INFORMATION
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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VCCI INFORMATION
This is a Class B product, to be used in a domestic environment, based on the
Technical Requirements of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from
Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or
television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference.
Please install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
PRECAUTIONS
Be sure to observe the following precautions when using the camera:
•Do not open the case of the camera or attempt your own repairs. Always
leave this service to authorized repair facilities.
•Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and never let it get
wet. Never use outdoors when it is raining or snowing.
•Should foreign matter or water get into the unit, immediately turn the
power off and contact your local authorized service center.
•Physical damage and malfunction of this unit can cause the image data
stored in its memory to be deleted. Be sure to always keep backup copies
of data by transferring them to a personal computer.
•Under the environment with electrostatic discharge, the camera may
malfunction and require the user to reset the camera.
•Do not leave the camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures,
such as in a closed vehicle or in direct sunlight.
•Remove the battery when camera is not used for long periods of time.
•Use CR123 lithium batteries only.
•Dispose of the battery in a manner that complies with applicable laws.
•Do not place the camera in unstable locations where the camera may fall
and be damaged.
•Do not touch or press on the lens.
•Do not unplug the camera from the TV or computer while the camera is in
operation, otherwise the memory may be corrupted.
•Do not turn the power off or open the battery compartment when the
camera ready LED is on or blinking, otherwise the image or video clip may
not get stored.
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Camera Features
•Stores approximately 14 Fine, 33 Normal or 54 Economy mode images with
7MB internal memory
•Virtually unlimited storage using the removable MultiMediaCard (MMC) or
Secure Digital (SD). MMC/SD memory cards can be purchased separately at
most computer or electronic retailers.
•1.6" Color LCD
•1280 x 960 pixel resolution (1.3 Mega Pixels)
•Focus free from 0.65m to infinity
•2X Digital Zoom
•Slide switch with Macro (Close-up photography), Indoor (Auto Flash) and
Outdoor (No Flash) modes
•Video Clip Mode
•Self-timer
•PC Video Clips (Windows only)
•Web Camera (Windows only)
•TV On Screen Display (OSD) menu
•TV connection (NTSC and PAL)
•USB connection and cable
•Tripod socket
•Multi-language menu
System Requirements
PC:
•Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000 and XP
•IBM PC/AT or compatible, 200 Mhz or higher
•Minimum 32MB RAM (64MB recommended)
•USB Port
•640 x 480 monitor, minimum 16 bit color (1024 x 768 24 bit color
recommended)
•175MB free hard disk space
•56K or faster modem, ISDN, or LAN connection (for the Web Camera
feature only)
•CD-ROM drive
Macintosh:
•MacOS 9 or higher
•Macintosh Power PC or higher, Minimum 64MB of RAM
•USB Port
•100MB of available Hard Disk Space
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1. The Camera
Overview of Your Concord Eye-Q Go LCD Camera
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FRONT/TOP
1. Shutter Button
2. Rotary Switch
3. Neck/Wrist Strap Mount
4. Viewfinder
5. Flash
6. Self-timer LED
7. Lens
8. Slide Switch
9. Camera Ready LED
10. LCD
11. USB/TV Out/Phone Ports
(Optional)
12. Tripod Socket
13. Viewfinder
14. Navigation Button
15. Power Button
16. LCD On/Off Button
17. OK Button
18. Menu Button
19. Battery Door
BACK/BOTTOM
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2
3
4
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Loading the Battery
The Concord Eye-Q Go LCD uses one 3V (CR123) lithium battery.
Loading the Battery:
1. Locate the battery door on the bottom of the
camera.
2. Slide the battery door outwards, as indicated by
the arrow and lift the battery door to open.
(fig.1.1)
3. Insert the 3V (CR123) lithium battery with the
positive terminal (+) toward the inside of the
battery compartment.
4. Close the battery door, press down on it and slide
it towards the center of the camera until it snaps
into place.
Note: Take extra care in opening or closing the battery door so as to
prevent the battery from falling out.
Checking the Battery
The camera has a battery indicator that shows the current battery level.
FULL
Battery is full and
ready for use.
LOW
Battery is low in
power and it needs
to be replaced soon.
fig.1.1
fig.1.2
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Turning the Camera on and off
To turn the camera on and off:
1. Press the On/Off button for a few seconds.
The camera will beep when it is turned on.
2. To turn the camera off, press the On/Off button
for a few seconds.
Note: Please peel off the thin protective plastic film on the LCD before
use.
fig.1.3
fig.1.4
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Brightness
BRIGHTNESS
AWB
Sunny
Fluoresent
Tungsten
WB
Auto
Flash
Flash Off
Main Menu
FLASH
Fine
Normal
Economy
Main Menu
QUALITY
Video Clip
Self-timer Off
Main Menu
MODE
Timeout 15S
Driver PC
TV NTSC
Language
SETUP
Default
Format
Main Menu
SETUP
Mode
Quality
Flash
WB
MAIN MENU
Brightness
Setup
Exit
MAIN MENU
PC
HDD
NTSC
PAL
15S
30S
60S
90S
Non
English
Français
Español
Deutsch
Italiano
LCD MENU SCREENS
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Delete One
Delete All
Main Menu
DELETE
Brightness
BRIGHTNESS
Delete
Thumbnail
Brightness
Exit
MAIN MENU
THIS FILE
No
Yes
DELETE ONE
No
Yes
DELETE ALL
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LCD Messages
Message(s) will be prompted on the LCD screen when the memory is full
or if there is a problem with the memory.
1. MMC MEMORY IS INSUFFICIENT:
If the file in the internal memory is larger
than the available memory space in the
MMC/SD memory card, the file will not be
transferred and this message will appear.
Please insert a MMC/SD memory card with
sufficient memory or delete files.
2. MMC/SD IS FULL:
The MMC/SD memory card is full. Please
insert a new MMC/SD memory card or delete
files.
3. INTERNAL MEMORY IS FULL:
The internal memory is full. Please insert an
MMC/SD memory card or delete files.
4. ERROR:
The camera’s internal memory or the
MMC/SD memory card memory may be
corrupted. Delete all files or format the
memory to continue.
MMC MEMORY IS
INSUFFICIENT
MMC FULL!
INTERNAL MEMORY
FULL
ERROR!
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Turning the LCD On and Off
The LCD automatically turns on when the
camera is powered on. Press the LCD On/Off
button to turn the LCD on or off.
Using the Display ON/OFF Button:
1. Press once to turn the LCD icons off.
2. Press to turn the LCD off.
3. Press to turn the LCD on.
Camera Ready LED Status
When the Camera Ready LED is:
1. Steady
The camera is in capture mode. Please hold the
camera steadily during this time, otherwise the
image may come out blurry. (fig.1.5)
2. Blinking
The flash is recharging or the camera is in background storage mode. You
may move the camera. (fig.1.5)
Note: Do not open the battery door or turn the power off while the
Camera Ready LED is steady or blinking, otherwise the images or
video clips in the camera may be damaged.
fig.1.5
A
005/080
FINE
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Camera Memory
The Concord Eye-Q Go LCD can store images in one of two ways using
either the camera’s 7MB internal memory or the removable MultiMediaCard
or Secure Digital memory card (MMC/SD).
•When the MMC/SD memory card is inserted, the images and video
clips in the internal memory will be transferred automatically onto the
memory card.
LCDDefault Memory
MMC/SD
No Internal Memory (7MB)
Note: If a MMC/SD memory card with insufficient memory is inserted,
there will only be a partial transfer and the memory card will be filled.
The files that were not transferred will remain in the internal memory.
Please insert a memory card with sufficient memory or delete files.
Please refer to the Deleting Files section for instruction.
When the camera’s internal memory or the MMC/SD is full, you will need
to delete files to continue to take images. Please refer to the Deleting
Images section for instructions, or use a new MMC/SD with free space.
Note: There may be available storage space by using a lower image
quality setting. Refer to the Quality Images section to change the
image quality settings.
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Using the MultiMediaCard or the Secure Digital Memory Card
Inserting the memory card:
1. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the
camera.
2. Slide the battery door away from the camera
body and lift the battery door to open.
3. Insert the MMC or SD memory card as indicated
by the arrow. (fig.1.6)
4. Close the battery door. Press down on it and
slide it towards the center of the camera until it snaps into place.
Note: Please use MMC/SD memory cards with 16 MB of storage or
higher.
Note: If the internal memory or the MMC/SD is corrupted, the LCD will
display Error! The memory needs to be formatted. Please format all
files to continue. (P.25)
Note: MMC/SD memory cards are sold separately and can be
purchased from major electronic or computer retailers. The cost will
vary depending on the size of the memory card.
fig.1.6
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2. Camera Mode
The default mode for taking images is the fine quality
setting. Please refer to the Image Quality section to
learn how to change the settings of your camera.
(fig.2.1)
Taking Still Images:
1. Set the Mode switch to .
2. Position the subject in the LCD or the viewfinder.
3. Gently press the Shutter button (fig.2.2) and keep
the camera still when the camera ready LED next
to the viewfinder is lit. This indicates that the
image is being captured. (fig.2.3)
4. When the image has been captured, the camera
ready LED next to the viewfinder will blink. This
indicates that the image is being stored in the
memory. You may move the camera at this time.
5. A preview of the image will be displayed on the
LCD for 1 second and the file counter number
displayed in the LCD will be updated.
MAIN MENU
1. In Mode, press MENU.
2. Press or to toggle between the
options.
3. Press to view the sub-menu of the
selected option.
4. If you would like to exit any menu, press
until Main Menu is highlighted and
press OK to return to the Main Menu.
OR
5. Press MENU to exit.
fig.2.2
fig.2.3
fig.2.1
Mode
Quality
Flash
WB
MAIN MENU
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MODE MENU
Taking Video Clips
1. When Video Clip is highlighted in the MODE
menu, press .
2. Press the Shutter button to begin recording
a continuous video clip. (fig.2.4)
3. Press the Shutter button again to stop
recording. (fig.2.5)
OR
4. The camera will continue recording until the
memory is almost full.
5. When the recording is completed, the
camera will return to still image taking
mode.
Note: To exit video clip mode before recording, press MENU to return
to still image taking mode.
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Mode
Quality
Flash
WB
MAIN MENU
Video Clip
Self-timer Off
Main Menu
MODE
PRESS SHUTTER TO STOP
fig.2.4
fig.2.5
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To use the Self-timer:
1. Highlight Self-timer in the MODE menu, press
to switch to On. (fig.2.6)
2. Press MENU to return to Still Image Capture
Mode.
3. Position the subject in the camera.
4. Press the Shutter button.
5. The self-timer LED will blink for 10 seconds
and then the image will be captured.
Note: The self-timer is automatically deactivated once the image is
taken.
To cancel the Self-timer:
1. Highlight Self-timer in the MODE menu,
press to switch to Off. (fig.2.7)
2. Press MENU to return to still image capture
mode.
Video Clip
Self-timer On
Main Menu
MODE
A
005/080
FINE
Mode
Quality
Flash
WB
MAIN MENU
Video Clip
Self-timer Off
Main Menu
MODE
fig.2.6
fig.2.7
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QUALITY
Images can be captured in one of three quality modes: fine, normal or
economy. These modes differ in image file size and different image (JPEG)
compression ratios.
FINE NORMAL ECONOMY
JPEG ratio 5.5:1 12:1 24:1
Images taken
with 7MB of 14 33 54
Memory (approx.)
Setting the Image Quality Mode:
1. In the QUALITY menu, press or to toggle between Fine, Normal
and Economy.
2. Press OK to select the quality mode and press MENU to return to Still
image taking mode.
Note: The selected option will be marked by ( •).
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Mode
Quality
Flash
WB
MAIN MENU
Fine
Normal
Economy
Main Menu
QUALITY
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