FujiFilm axia ix-10 User manual

User’s Manual

About this manual
This manual is designed to assist you in using the ix-10 Digital Camera.
Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy;
however, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents. The
information in this document is subject to change without notice.
Edition
2nd Edition, June, 2001
Copyright
© Copyright 2001
This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All
rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any
mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written
permission of the manufacturer.

Declaration of conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following conditions:
♦ This device may not cause harmful interference.
♦ This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Trademark recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corp.
SmartMedia is a trademark of the Toshiba Corporation
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their
respective owners and are acknowledged.

EC Declaration of Conformity
We
Name: FUJIFILM AXIA CO., LTD
Address: 17-5 Shibuya 2 Chome, Shibuya-ku
Tokyo 150-0002 Japan
Declare that the product
Product Name:
Is in conformity with the following standards
Safety: EN60950
EMC: EN55022: 1997 Class B
EN50082-1 1997
EN61000-3-2/3 1995, EN61000-4-2/3/4/6/8/11 1995
Following the provision of the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC and
93/68/EEC) and Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)

Safety and handling precautions
Camera information
♦ Do not take apart or attempt to service the camera yourself.
♦ Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extremes in
temperature.
♦ Let the camera warm up when moving from a cold to a warm
temperature.
♦ Do not touch the lenses of the camera.
♦ Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods
of time.
Battery information
♦ Turn off the camera before installing or removing batteries.
♦ Use only AA alkaline batteries.
♦ Always replace both batteries with two new ones. Do not mix
old and new batteries.
♦ Do not use batteries that are leaking, corroded, or damaged.
♦ Remove the batteries (and any SmartMedia card) from the
camera if you are going to store the camera for extended
periods of time.
♦ When loading the batteries in the camera, ensure that the
battery polarity (+ and -) is as indicated on the camera.
♦ If any liquid leaks from the batteries, wipe the battery
compartment thoroughly and then load new batteries.
♦ If any battery fluid comes into contact with your hands or
clothing, flush the area thoroughly with water. Note that battery
fluid can cause loss of eyesight if it gets into your eyes. If this
occurs, do not rub your eyes. Flush the fluid out with clean
water and contact your doctor for treatment.
♦ When disposing of batteries, do so in accordance with your
local waste disposal regulations.
♦ Do not drop or subject the batteries to impacts.
Camera Storage
♦ Do not store or use the camera in the following types of
location:
1. Very humid, dirty or dusty places
2. In direct sunlight or in places subject to extreme
temperature rises, such as in a closed car in summer.
3. Extremely cold places.

4. Places subject to strong vibrations.
5. Places affected by smoke of steam.
6. Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near
motors, transformers or near magnets).
7. For long periods in contact with chemicals such as
pesticides or next to rubber or vinyl products.
8. Digital cameras like the ix-10 are particularly badly affected
by sand. In sandy locations such as beaches or deserts,
or in locations where there is wind-borne sand, ensure that
the camera is protected. This can cause faults that may be
irreparable.
Condensation
♦ If the camera is carried suddenly from a cold location into a
warm place, water droplets (condensation) may form on the
inside of the camera or on the lens. When this occurs, switch
the camera off and wait an hour before using the camera.
Condensation may also form on the SmartMedia card. In this
event, remove the SmartMedia card and wait a short time
before using it again.
Cleaning Your Camera
♦ Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens and camera
surface and then wipe lightly with a soft, dry cloth. If any soiling
remains, apply a small amount of lens cleaning liquid to a piece
of soft tissue and wipe gently.
♦ Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, data panel or
viewfinder as these surfaces are easily damaged.
♦ Clean the body of the camera with a soft, dry, cloth. Do not use
volatile substances such as thinners, benzene or insecticide, as
these may react with the camera body and cause damage.
General Information
♦ Do not use the camera while you are walking, running, driving
or operating machinery. This can result in a serious accident.
♦ Do not use the camera in locations severely affected by oil
fumes, steam, humidity or dust. This can cause fire or electric
shock.
♦ Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high
temperatures such as a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight.
This can damage the camera and in extreme cases cause fire.
♦ Do not use the flash close to anyone’s eyes. This can cause
temporary damage to eyesight.

♦ Request regular internal testing and cleaning for your camera.
Build-ups of dust in your camera can cause fire or shock.
♦ When travelling overseas, do not place your camera in the
check-in baggage. Careless or rough baggage handling at
airports may cause internal damage to the camera even when
no external damage is evident.
♦ Do not use this device in aircraft or hospitals. The use of this
device in an aircraft or hospital can cause malfunctions in the
control devices used in aircraft hospitals.
♦ This camera contains precision electronic components. To
ensure that images are recorded correctly, do not subject the
camera to impacts or shocks while an image is being recorded.
Test Shots Prior to Photography
♦ For particularly important photos (such as weddings and
overseas trips) always take a test photo to check that the
camera is functioning normally. Fuji Photo Film (UK) Ltd
cannot accept liability for any incidental losses (such as costs of
photography or the loss of income from photography) incurred
as a result of faults with this product.
Copyright
♦ Images recorded using your digital camera 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 the photographing of stage events etc,
even when intended purely for personal use. Users are 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 panel is damaged, take particular care with the liquid
crystal in the panel. If any of the following situations arise, take
the urgent action indicated.
♦ If the liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin, wipe the
area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly with running water
and soap.
♦ If the liquid crystal gets into your eye, flush the affected eye
with clean water for at least 15 minutes and then seek medical
assistance.
♦ If the liquid crystal is swallowed, flush your mouth thoroughly
with water. Drink large quantities of water and induce vomiting.
Then seek medical assistance.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 ________________________________________ 1
Getting Started____________________________________ 1
Introduction ............................................................................................ 2
Key features & accessories ..................................................................... 3
System requirements............................................................................... 4
Identifying components .......................................................................... 5
Installing and removing the SmartMedia card...................................... 8
Inserting the batteries ............................................................................. 9
Chapter 2 _______________________________________ 11
Camera Setup and Operation_______________________ 11
Turning the camera on and off ............................................................ 12
Taking pictures ..................................................................................... 13
Setting the flash .................................................................................... 15
Setting the timer.................................................................................... 17
Deleting images..................................................................................... 18
Chapter 3 _______________________________________ 21
Making Connections ______________________________ 21
Installing software ................................................................................ 22
Connecting to your PC ......................................................................... 23
Connecting to your TV ......................................................................... 24
Using the software ................................................................................ 25
Appendix________________________________________ 28
Troubleshooting, Specifications, and Warranty ________ 28
Troubleshooting.................................................................................... 29
Specifications ........................................................................................ 31
Warranty ............................................................................................... 32

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2
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the ix-10 Digital Camera! Your
camera has been designed to allow you to quickly and easily take quality
digital images and to record video clips direct to your PC. You can also
play back your digital snaps via your TV.
This camera is supplied with five excellent software packages to enable
you organise or edit your pictures, and to have hours of fun with
different creative templates.
The supplied software and drivers along with the USB cable enable you
to upload your images to your PC. The ix-10 Camera can be operated in
either DSC or PC mode.
DSC mode enables you to take still pictures and store them on your PC
in albums, manipulate the images with photo editing software, and
publish images on the Web.
PC mode enables you to use the ix-10 Camera as a video conferencing
camera (you may need Windows NetMeetingTM for video conferencing).
Connect the camera to your PC and the camera’s view is displayed on
screen. You can also save the video to your PC as a Windows AVI file.
Unpacking the ix-10 Digital Camera
Upon receiving your ix-10 Digital Camera, open the package and
carefully remove the contents. If anything is missing or damaged, please
contact your dealer immediately. The shipping carton should contain the
following items:
• ix-10 Digital Camera
• 2 MB SmartMediaTM Card
• Camera Strap
• Soft Case
• USB connector cable
• Video Cable
• Two AA alkaline batteries
• Software on CD-ROM
• Camera Manual
Do not throw the carton away. You may need it later if you have to
return the ix-10 Digital Camera for repairs.

3
Key features & accessories
Features
The ix-10 Digital Camera comes with the following advanced features:
• 1/3-inch CMOS image sensor
• LCD status panel
• 24-bit RGB JPEG image format
• Image resolution up to 640 x 480 pixels
• SmartMedia card (2 MB) image storage
• Auto exposure and flash
• Bundled software allowing you to perform advanced image
manipulation
Optional accessories
You can purchase bigger SmartMedia cards to increase the capacity of
the ix-10 Digital Camera. Please purchase only 3.3 V cards, with a
capacity of 2 MB to 64 MB.

4
System requirements
For optimal use with the ix-10 Digital Camera, your computer should
have the following minimum system requirements:
Hardware requirements
• An IBM PC compatible with a Pentium 200 CPU or higher
• Hard drive with 20 MB free disk space
• A CD-ROM for driver and software installation
• USB interface
• 32 MB memory
• VGA card with DirectX support
Additionally, a sound card is recommended.
Software Requirements
• Microsoft Windows 98SE, Me, Windows 2000
• 800 x 600 true color display
DirectX 7.0 or higher is recommended for optimum performance.

5
Identifying components
Please refer to the following illustrations to identify the components of
the ix-10 Digital Camera:
Front View
Lens
Flash
Viewfinder
Snapshot
Button
USB Port
Dust Cover
Switch
Video Port

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Rear view
Bottom view
Snapshot
Button
Power On/off
Switch
LCD
Display
Viewfinder
Strap Hole
Mode
Button
SmartMedia
Card
Compartment
Buzzer
Hole Strobe/Enter
Mode Button
LED Indicato
r
Tripod
Socket
Battery
Compartment

7
LCD status display
The following illustration shows all LCD status icons available in the
LCD display:
1. Auto Flash
2. Frame Counter
3. Flash Mode
4. Self-timer
5. Red-eye Reduction
6. Delete
7. Battery Power Indicator
8. Hi/Lo Resolution
Icon Meaning
The delete image function is enabled. Refer to page 18 for
information on deleting images.
The flash function. The following options are available by
repeatedly pressing the flash button:
Note: The green LED illuminates when the flash is ready.
Automatic Flash: The flash occurs automatically when
ambient lighting is insufficient for image capture.
Flash Always On: The flash is used with every image.
Use this option when you are trying to take pictures of
subjects with bright light behind.
No Flash: The flash function is disabled.
Red Eye Reduction: The flash pre-fires just before the
picture is taken to reduce red-eye effect. It functions with
all flash modes.
Display indicates the following parameters:
HI 640 x 480 fine resolution, 33 images maximum (using the
2 MB SmartMedia card). Use this setting for bigger file
sizes/higher resolution images.
LO 320 x 240 standard resolution, 133 images maximum
(using the 2 MB SmartMedia card). Use this setting for
smaller file sizes/lower resolution images.
Indicates when the self-timer function is available. Refer to page
17 for details on using the self-timer.
Indicates the battery capacity.
Indicates the number of images that have been taken.
The following table explains the meaning of each icon:

8
Installing and removing the SmartMedia card
Refer to the following information for installing and removing the
SmartMedia card. You must insert the SmartMedia card before you can
start taking pictures.
1. Set the main switch to
OFF.
2. Open the SmartMedia card
cover.
3. Inset the SmartMedia card.
Ensure the notched edge is
oriented as shown (only
use 3.3 V SmartMedia
cards).
4. Close the SmartMedia
cover.
Notched Edge

9
Inserting the batteries
Refer to the following information for inserting the batteries:
1. Set the main switch to
OFF.
2. To open the battery
compartment cover, slide
the cover as shown, then
open.
3. Note the battery polarity on
the inside cover and insert
the batteries.
4. Close the battery
compartment cover and
slide shut.

10
Battery display
When you insert new batteries into your ix-10 Digital, the battery status
icon in the LCD display indicates a fully charged battery. Refer to the
following table:
Battery icon Meaning
The batteries have a full charge.
The batteries are almost empty. Replace the batteries
with fresh batteries.

12
Turning the camera on and off
Refer to the following to turn the ix-10 Digital Camera on and off:
1. Slide the on/off switch to
ON.
2. Check the current settings
in the LED status display.
(See LED status display on
page7.)
3. To turn the camera off, set
the main switch to OFF.
Note: If you do not press
any button for three minutes,
the camera will beep and
p
ower off automatically. To
turn the camera back on,
slide the main switch to
OFF, wait for one second,
and then switch the camera
back on.