Concord Camera Eye-Q Mini User manual

Table of Contents
Important Information............................................................................2
Precautions ............................................................................................3
1. Product Overview ............................................................................4
Getting started..................................................................................5
Minimum System Requirements ..................................................5
Camera features ..........................................................................5
Package Contents ........................................................................5
Important battery information..........................................................6
Turning the camera on and off and learning the LCD display ........7
Selecting the power supply..............................................................9
Inserting the batteries ......................................................................9
2. Taking pictures................................................................................10
Changing the resolution ..................................................................11
Self-timer ....................................................................................11
Video Clips ..................................................................................11
Delete Funtion ................................................................................12
3. Installing the Drivers and Software................................................13
Transferring pictures to your PC ....................................................14
Application Software ......................................................................15
4. Cleaning and maintenance..............................................................17
Places to Avoid ..............................................................................17
Storing the camera..........................................................................18
Cleaning your Camera ....................................................................18
When traveling overseas ................................................................18
5. Troubleshooting ..............................................................................19
6. Getting Help ....................................................................................21
7. Warranty Information......................................................................22
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
FCC Statement
This device complies with part 15 the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (i) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (ii) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
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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PRECAUTIONS
Test Shots
Always take a test photograph to check that the camera is functioning
normally. The liability for any incidental losses (such as the cost of
photography or the loss of income from photography) incurred as a result of
fault with this product cannot be accepted.
Notes on Copyright
Images recorded using your digital camera system cannot be used in ways that
infringe copyright laws without the consent of the owner unless intended only
for personal use. Note that some restrictions apply to photographing stage
performances, entertainment and exhibits, even when intended purely for
personal use. Users are also asked to note that the transfer of memory cards
containing images or data protected under copyright laws is only permissible
within the restrictions imposed by those copyright laws.
Liquid Crystal
If the LCD monitor or LCD panel is damaged, take particular care with the
liquid crystal in the monitor or panel. If any of the following situations arise,
take the action indicated.
•If the liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin wipe the area with a
cloth and then thoroughly wash with water and soap.
•If the liquid crystal gets into your eyes flush the eye with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and then seek medical assistance.
•If liquid crystal is swallowed, flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink
large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical assistance.
Notes on Electrical Interference
If the camera is used in hospital or aircrafts, please note that it may cause
interference with other equipment in the hospital or aircraft.
For details, please check with the applicable regulation in that area.
Trademark Information
MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation
registered in the USA and other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term
referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation System. Other company or product
names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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1. Shutter Button
2. Viewfinder
3. USB plug-in
4. Lens
5. Viewfinder
6. Battery Compartment
7. LCD display
8. Mode button
1. Product overview
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Getting started
Congratulations on your purchase of the Concord Eye-Q Mini digital
camera. This camera features 8 MB of internal SD RAM memory
allowing you to store still images or short video clips in the camera.
Please read this manual before operating the camera to become more
familiar with the features of this versatile digital camera.
Minimum system requirement
•Microsoft Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000 and XP
•Pentium 200 MHz (or equivalent) processor or higher
•32 MB of RAM or higher (64 MB recommended)
•Video card with 2 MB of RAM for minimum 16 bit (high color) display
•CD-ROM
•USB Port
Camera Features
•Capable of recording images at VGA resolution
•Auto exposure
•Focus Free
•8MB internal memory
•USB connection
•Web Camera Functionality
•Video Clip Functionality
Package Contents:
•USB cable
•2x AAA batteries
•CD software
•Neck-strap
•Web-stand
•User Manual
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Important battery information
The Eye-Q Mini camera uses a type of memory that continually draws
power to retain the pictures in the camera’s internal memory even if
the camera is powered off. If the battery power is depleted and you
have not transferred your images to the computer, you will lose
them. It is strongly recommended that you transfer your images to
the computer promptly and then remove the batteries to extend their
life.
If you have not transferred your pictures to your computer and your
batteries are low, immediately connect your camera to the computer
via USB. While connected to the PC you can change the batteries
and transfer the images. If you attempt to change the batteries
before connecting to the PC, you will lose all files stored in the
camera.
Always use fresh batteries to optimize the performance of your
camera.
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Turning the camera on and off and learning the LCD display
Turning the camera on and off and learning the LCD display
Turn the camera on by pressing the Mode button located on the back
of the camera. Press the Mode Button to cycle through the various
Feature Modes.
Still Capture Mode
The LCD will display the number of images stored in the
camera’s memory. You are ready to take pictures when a
number appears in the LCD.
Video Clips
Video Clip mode is represented by Ct in the LCD. Ct stands
for continuous capture.
Self-timer
The self-timer mode is represented by St in the LCD.
Clear Last Image
The Eye-Q Mini has the ability to delete all images or to
just delete the last image capured. CL in the LCD indicates
clear last or delete last image.
Clear All Images
CA in the LCD indicates clear all or delete all images. You
may also select to delete just the last image taken.
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High Resolution Mode
Your camera can capture VGA (640 x 480) images. Hr in
the LCD represents the high resolution mode
Low Resolution Mode
VGA images are compressed 4:1 in the low resolution mode
which is represented by Lr in the LCD.
Memory Full
Aflashing CF in the LCD indicates that the camera’s internal
memory is full.
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Selecting the power supply
To extend the battery life, remove the batteries from the camera
when it is not in use. Remember to transfer your pictures to your
computer first or you will lose them.
Note:
•Do not use different types of batteries together.
•Soiling, such as fingerprints on the battery terminals, can
significantly reduce the battery life.
•Do not use new and used batteries together.
•Different brands of batteries will yield different results.
•The battery life of alkaline batteries may be shortened when
exposed to temperatures of 10°C or below.
•Always turn the camera off when replacing the batteries. If the
camera is left on, the camera’s settings may revert to the default
settings.
•You may lose images stored in the camera if the battery power is
insufficient.
Inserting the batteries
1. Open the Battery Compartment and insert 2 x AAA batteries. When
inserting the batteries, make sure that you follow the polarity
direction (+) (-), which is indicated in the battery compartment.
2. Press down on the battery cover to lock the battery door.
3. Please make sure you have downloaded all pictures before
replacing your batteries.
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