HP Photosmart 210 User manual

hp photosmart 210 digital camera
user’s guide
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Trademark and Copyright Information
© Copyright 2000 Hewlett-Packard Company
All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or
translated to another language without the prior written consent of Hewlett-Packard
Company.
The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Hewlett-
Packard shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for consequential damages in
connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
HP, the HP logo, and PhotoSmart are property of Hewlett-Packard Company.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
CompactFlash, CF, and the CF logo are trademarks of the CompactFlash Association
(CFA).
Other brands and their products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.
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Contents
Chapter 1: Getting Started ...........................................................5
Product Overview ............................................................................... 5
Camera Description ............................................................................ 6
Quick Setup ....................................................................................... 7
Chapter 2: Taking Photos ..........................................................11
Using Instant Review ......................................................................... 12
Using the Image LCD as a Viewfinder ................................................. 14
Tips for Taking the Best Photos ............................................................ 15
Chapter 3: Adjusting the Camera Settings ..................................17
Changing the Photo Quality ............................................................... 17
Using the Flash ................................................................................. 19
Using the Focus ................................................................................20
Using the Self-timer ........................................................................... 21
Using the Digital Zoom ...................................................................... 22
Setting the Date and Time .................................................................. 23
Changing the Language .................................................................... 24
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Chapter 4: Reviewing Photos ....................................................25
Viewing Your Photos ......................................................................... 25
Deleting Your Photos ......................................................................... 26
Magnifying Your Photos .................................................................... 28
Locking and Unlocking Your Photos .................................................... 29
Personalizing Your Welcome Screen ................................................... 30
Chapter 5: Sharing and Printing Photos .....................................31
System Requirements ........................................................................ 31
Installing the Software ....................................................................... 32
Connecting the Camera to Your PC .................................................... 32
Downloading Photos to Your PC ......................................................... 34
Chapter 6: CompactFlash Memory Card ....................................37
Installing and Removing Memory Cards .............................................. 37
Determining if a Memory Card is Full .................................................. 39
Formatting a Memory Card .............................................................. 40
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Chapter 7: Powering Your Camera ............................................41
Determining if the Batteries Need to be Changed ................................. 41
Battery Life ....................................................................................... 42
Replacing the Batteries ...................................................................... 43
Using an AC Power Adapter (recommended) ....................................... 44
Chapter 8: Care, Maintenance and Safety ..................................47
Camera ........................................................................................... 47
AC Power Adapter ........................................................................... 48
Batteries .......................................................................................... 48
Memory Cards ................................................................................. 48
Cleaning the Camera and Lens .......................................................... 49
Camera Specifications ...................................................................... 50
Chapter 9: Troubleshooting and Assistance ................................51
Problems and Solutions ...................................................................... 51
Getting Assistance ........................................................................... 58
ArcSoft Software Support .................................................................. 62
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Appendix A: Reference ............................................................. 63
Checking the Camera’s Status ............................................................ 63
Capture Mode Menu ........................................................................ 67
Playback Mode Menu ....................................................................... 68
Appendix B: Regulatory and Warranty Information ..................69
Regulatory Notices ........................................................................... 69
Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement ........................................ 70
Hewlett-Packard Year 2000 Warranty for Consumer Products Distributed
Through Authorized Resellers ....................................................... 73
Index ........................................................................................75
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
Product Overview
Your simple-to-use HP PhotoSmart 210 digital camera takes high-quality photos that
you can print or share with family and friends on the Internet or via email. It comes
with software for editing, storing, and printing your photos. Your camera includes the
following features:
•1.3 MP resolution
•Economical “digital film”
(removable CompactFlash memory
card)
•Automatic focus
•Point and shoot user interface
•Image LCD for previewing and
reviewing photos
•Automatic exposure
•Integrated flash with red-eye
reduction
•Self-timer
•Digital zoom
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Camera Description
The following illustrations show the front, back, and sides of the HP PhotoSmart 210
digital camera.
self-timer
light
flash
lens
battery
compartment
cover
memory
card slot
image
LCD
menu dial imageL
CD
on/off
switch
shutter
button
viewfinder
status
LCD mode
switch
serial
connector
AC power
adapter
connector
viewfinder
LED
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Quick Setup
Setting up the HP PhotoSmart 210 digital camera is quick and easy—follow these
steps and you’ll be ready to take photos.
Step 1: Attach the Wrist Strap
1. Using the wrist strap included in the box with
your camera, thread the short loop through
the wrist strap attachment. You might need to
use a paper clip to pull the end of the loop
through.
2. Pull the strap through the loop, then pull the
knot tight.
Note: Use the clip attached to the wrist strap to
remove the memory card.
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Step 2: Install the Batteries
1. Unlock and open the battery compartment.
2. Insert the 4 AA batteries (supplied), making
sure the +/- electrodes match the indicators
on the inside of the camera’s battery
compartment.
For details on changing batteries and
recommended battery types, see “Chapter 7:
Powering Your Camera” on page41.
Step 3: Insert the memory card
1. Open the memory card compartment door.
2. Insert the memory card so that the side with pin-holes is
placed into the camera first and the front of the card
faces the image LCD.
3. Gently push the memory card all the way into the
camera.
4. Close the memory card door.
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