Ivation 20MP Waterproof/ Shockproof Digital Camera User manual

20MP Waterproof/
Shockproof Digital Camera
User Manual
1. Introduction
IVATION™ isn’t about products, it’s about passions and the people driven by them. In
our world, trite is non-existent because we believe our customers are insightful and will
recognize and appreciate the authenticity of our talent displayed in our products. We’re
not about technical jargon or phrases, rather we’re about the products and ideas which
inspired people to create them. We take innovation into all of our designs; no existing word
or phrase can communicate the uniqueness of our products.
Congratulations on purchasing the Ivation Waterproof Camera, the best friend of
adventurers who travel the world or the neighborhood! This rugged, waterproof camera
is perfect for all your adventures on land or in the water. Everyone in the family can take
memorable photographs and video with the ease of a pro using the default settings;
advanced photographers can take advantage of the available precision settings to
achieve any artistic touches they can imagine. The duel monitors of this lightweight
camera eliminate fussy camera flipping so you can take ‘selfies’ and standard images
without wasting a minute.
Thank you for choosing Ivation. We hope you and your camera enjoy many adventures
together. Get to know all the exciting features of your new camera by reviewing this
User Guide.
2.Safety Information
Your Ivation Waterproof camera will serve you well for years to come, particularly if you
follow these simple safety instructions:
• Don’t open the battery door under water! The camera itself is watertight as is the
battery case when sealed closed, but if opened under water irreptable camera
damage may result.
• Close the battery door properly for best water sealing.
• Rinse the camera with clean water after use and store it dry.
6.Camera Layout Diagram
Refer to this diagram and associated tables to familiarize yourself with your camera
and learn its functions.
Item # Name Description
1 Shutter Press the shutter button to:
• Take photographs
• Start/stop recording a video clip
• Confirm changes in menu mode
2 Power on/off button • Press the power button for at least
2 seconds to switch the camera on or off.
• Press the power button to display or hide the
status icon on the LCD.
3 Monitor switching button Press this button to switch between the front
and back monitor.
4 Front monitor Use the front monitor when taking self-portraits.
5 Flash Use the built-in flash to supply extra lighting
when shooting in the dark (the best shooting
distance is within 1.5m).
6 Lens Capture the image.
Note: Keep the lens clean. Dirt and fingerprints
adversely affect image quality.
7 Busy indicator Blinks when the camera is busy; do not take
pictures when busy.
8 Macro/normal switch • Macro mode: Select this mode to take close-
up photographs (distance 11cm - 18cm).
• Normal mode: Select this mode to take
photographs from.
Item # Name Description
9 Main screen Use to display photographs, video clips, camera
setting and menu.
10 Up/Tele • In Preview mode: press to zoom in.
• In Menu mode: press to move up the
selection bar.
• In Image Playback mode: press to enlarge
the image.
• In Video Playback mode: press it to start/
pause the video.
11 Down/Wide • In Shooting mode: press to zoom out.
• In Menu mode: press to move down the
selection bar.
• In Image Playback mode: press to reduce the
photo size.
• In Video Playback mode: press to enter
thumbnail mode.
12 Left / Flash light • In Menu mode: press to select the option
displayed on the left.
• In Playback mode: press to return to the
previous item.
• In Photo Infinite Preview mode: press to
switch to flash mode.
• When zooming in under Image Playback
mode: press to move to the left portion of
the photo.
• In Video Playback mode: press for fast rewind.
Item # Name Description
13 Right / Playback • Press to enter Playback mode.
- In Playback mode: press to advance to the
next item.
• In Menu mode: press to select the option
displayed on the right.
• When zooming in when under Image
Playback mode: press to move to the right
portion of the photo.
• In Video Playback mode: press it for fast forward.
14 Mode switch • Press to switch between video and still
capture mode;
• In Playback mode: press this button to exit.
• When zooming in under Image Playback
mode: press to move to the upper portion of
the photo.
• In Video Playback mode: press to stop the video.
15 Menu / Delete • In Preview mode: press to enter the settings
Menu.
• In Playback mode:
- Press for a short time to enter “Delete single/ all
files” mode.
- Press for a long time to display the file compiling
and system setting menu.
- In Photo (zoom in) Playback mode: press to
move to the lower area of the photo.
Item # Name Description
16 Tripod connector For attaching the camera to a tripod.
17 USB interface Provided to enable downloading photographs
and video clips to a computer using a USB cable
(not included).
18 MicroSD card slot Place a MicroSD card here (not included).
19 Battery compartment Compartment for 2 x AAA alkaline batteries
(not included).
20 Strap hook Attach the wrist strap to the camera with
this hook.
3.Product Features
• 20 Megapixels Resolution
• Digital Still Camera
• Digital Video Camcorder
• Built-in Flash
• 4x Digital Zoom
• 2.7+1.8 " Dual Color LCD Displays
• Supports MicroSD cards up to 32GB
4.Product Highlights
This versatile and durable camera is filled with features that will make your pictures as
attractive as the memories you have of your trips to distant shores or to the backyard!
• Dual Monitors make selfies a snap! No more flipping the camera to capture that
priceless moment. Dual monitors mean you can photograph yourself with your friends
or capture that breathless sunset without turning the camera.
• Still Photos or Video at your fingertips. Whether you are at the pool or out on the town,
you can record that memory in video or photo at the touch of a button. Take photos and
videos in multiple resolution options, all of which are conveniently available to the
novice or journeyman shutterbug.
• Built-in Flash takes the guesswork out of lighting. Set and forget automatic flash to
allow the camera to decide when to flash or manually set when you want to control
the flash yourself.
• 4x Zoom - To take a close-up of that butterfly or birthday cake, the 4x zoom is at
your command!
• Self-Timer Setting gives you an audible ten second countdown so you can position
yourself and your entire crew for the shot!
• Playback lets you see the photos and video you just shot; delete what you don’t like
and save the rest.
• Photo and Video Protection – Passing the camera so everyone can take pictures but
want to be be sure your favorites are not deleted? Protect them using this handy
feature. Even ‘delete all’ does not delete images saved in protection mode. If you
change you mind, unprotect the images as easily as you protected them!
• 7 Language Display Options enables you and your friends to see prompts in any of the
seven langues: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese or Spanish.
5.Box Contents
This box contains:
• Digital Camera
• USB Cable
• Protective Case
• Wrist strap
• User Guide

Understanding the Status Icons
The camera displays icons that reflect the status of a large number of controls. The
following diagram illustrates where the status icons are displayed and the table explains
what the icons mean.
7. Setting
Photo
Resolution 20 M pixel resolution 5184X3888
14M pixel resolution 4320X3240
8M pixel resolution 3264x2448
5.0M pixel resolution 2592x1944
3.0M pixel resolution 2048 x 1536
VGA resolution 640 x 480
Quality Super Fine/Fine/Normal Picture quality setting
Metering Center/Multi/Spot Metering setting
White Balance Auto Automatic white balance
Daylight White balance for shooting under fine
weather condition
Cloudy White balance for shooting under
cloudy condition
Tungsten White balance for shooting under
tungsten lighting
Fluorescent White balance for shooting under
fluorescent lighting
ISO Speed Auto/100/200/400/800 Sensitivity selection
Exposure 2.0, ±1.7, ±1.3, ±1.0, ±0.7, ±0.3, 0 Exposure setting
Self-Timer On/Off Self-timer setting
Sharpness Hard/ Normal/ Soft Sharpness setting
Effect Normal, B&W, Sepia, Negative, Effect setting
Lomo, Pencil Sketch, Red, Green,
Blue, Vivid.
Date Stamp On/ Off Date stamp setting
Quick View On/ Off Quick view setting
Video
Movie Size VGA 640 x 480 Video resolution setting
QVGA 320 x 240
White Balance Auto Automatic white balance
Item # Name Description
1 Mode Displays the current operating mode:
Photo mode.
Video mode.
2 Flash Force flash: The flash operates in all light
conditions.
Auto flash: The camera determines when
to use the flash.
No flash: The flash is turned off.
3 Normal/Macro mode Mode (0.5m – infinity).
Macro mode (11cm – 18cm).
4 Self-timer Indicates the self-timer is set.
5 Resolution Displays an abbreviation of the selected
picture resolution:
• 20 M = 5184X3888
• 14M = 4320x3240
• 8M = 3264x2448
• 5M = 2592x1944
• 3M = 2048x1536
• VGA = 640x480
6 Picture quality Super fine.
Fine.
Normal
7 Battery indicator The batteries are full.
The batteries are empty.
Item # Name Description
8 Zoom indicator Shows the zoom ratio during preview mode.
9 MicroSD card Indicates the MicroSD card is inserted and
will be used as storage for photographs
and video.
10 White balance Shows the selected white-balance mode.
11 Photo/Video counter Photo mode: Number of pictures that can be
taken.
Video mode: Available recording time.
10. Tips
Your camera is shock-resistant, waterproof and robust. To ensure the best picture
quality and longevity, follow these simple tips:
Store Dry – Though your camera is waterproof, storing it while moist is not a good
practice as it may encourage mildew.
Batteries – Have backup batteries on hand so you don’t miss anything!
Status Icons – The status icons are very helpful; learn them so you can assess your
camera’s status at a glance.
Shocks – Yes, your camera is very sturdy, but using it as a football or having a game of
catch with it in the water is not a good idea.
Temperature – Sure, take your camera to the beach, but protect it from prolonged
exposure to direct sunlight and rinse off any saltwater as soon as you can.
Battery Case – Properly closing the battery case forms a watertight seal, however, do
not expose the interior of the battery case to water; it will damage your camera.
Lens – Keep the lens clean using a soft, dry cloth to remove any dust or particles that
could adversely affect photographic results.
11. Technical Specifications
Sensor 14.0 Mega pixels CMOS sensor
Image resolution 20 Mega pixels: (5184X3888)
14 Mega pixels: (4320X3240)
8.0 Mega pixels: (3264x2448)
5.0 Mega pixels: (2592x1944)
3.0 Mega pixels: (2048x1536)
VGA: (640x480)
Lens F/2.8 f = 8.5mm
Focus range 0.5m. ~ Infinity
Macro mode 11cm – 18cm
Digital zoom 4x
Flash strobe Built-in ( Auto / force / off )
M-Shutter Yes
LCD display 2.7+1.8" TFT color display
White balance Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Fluorescent / Tungsten
Video Frame Rate 30fps@VGA / 30fps@QVGA
External Storage Media MicroSD card, not included (supports up to 32GB)
File format Picture: JPEG, Video: AVI
Self-timer 10 seconds
PC interface USB 2.0
Power source 2 x AAA alkaline batteries (not included)
System Requirements
Operating system WinXP (SP3), Vista32/64, Win7 32/64, Win8 32/64,
and Mac OS X 10.6.8 or above
CPU Pentium III or above
RAM At least 64MB
Interface USB port
CD 4x speed CD ROM or above
FCC Statement
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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 off and on, 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.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class B
FCC limits.
8.First time Use
Attach the wrist strap to the hook provided on the body of the camera, if desired.
8.1. Install the Batteries
Install 2 AAA alkaline batteries (not included) as shown:
8.2. Install and Format a Memory Card (not included)
This camera has no internal memory so a memory card is required for operation. Install
the MicroSD memory card (not included).as shown:
a. Press the Menu button ( ) in photo or video mode.
b. Select setup mode by pressing the right button.
c. Select the format icon by pressing the W ( ) button.
d. Press the Shutter button to confirm.
e. Press the Shutter button again to format the SD memory card.
9.Operation: Regular Use
9.1. Start taking pictures!
a. Press the Menu button ( ) in PHOTO mode, select the resolutions icon by the W ( )
key and press the shutter to confirm.
b. Available resolutions: VGA (640 x 480), 3M (2048 x 1536), 5M (2592x1944); 8M
(3264x2448); 14M=4320x3240; 20M=5184X3888.
c. The six different resolutions are displayed. Move to the desired resolution using the
up/down button and press the shutter button to confirm the selection.
d. Turn on the camera.
e. Use the macro switch to adjust for distance to the object being photographed: Select
the flower icon ( ) to take a close-up photographs. (11cm–18cm); Select the mountain
icon ( ) to take a video or a photo of surroundings or people (0.5m – infinity).
f. Select the auto flash icon ( ) by pressing the flash button unless you are sure there is
sufficient light. (If the battery power is too low, the flash won’t be activated).
g. Use the LCD screen to aim at the object you wish to photograph.
h. Press the shutter button and wait until the LCD display turns on again.
9.2. Zooming In and Out
The camera can zoom in up to 4 times.
Zoom in or out by pressing the up or down button, a number will appear on the display, 4x
is the maximum zoom ratio.
9.3. Selfies with the Front Monitor
Follow these steps to take a self-portrait using the front LCD screen:
d. To shift the image while in zoom-in mode, press the shutter button and then use the
mode/menu/left/right buttons.
e. Long press the menu ( ) button in playback mode until the menu is displayed. Select
Slide Show and set up the desired slide show direction. Press the shutter button to
confirm. The pictures saved in the MicroSD card are displayed in sequence
automatically. To stop slide show, press the shutter button.
f. Long press the menu ( ) button in playback mode until the menu is displayed. Select
Photo Effect and press the shutter button. Select the desired effect by pressing the
up/down button and press the shutter button to confirm. The image is saved as a
separate image.
9.7. Protecting Photographs/Videos
To protect photographs or videos from being deleted by the camera, follow
these instructions:
a. Press the playback ( ) button to enter photo playback mode.
b. Press the left or right button to select the photograph/video clip to be protected.
c. Long press the menu ( ) button in playback mode until the menu is displayed. Select
protect and press the shutter button.
d. Select “Single” or “Protect all” and press the shutter button to confirm to set a single
file or all the files under protection.
e. To unprotect the protected file(s), select “Unprotect all”.
9.8. Resizing Photographs
Follow these instructions to resize and save a captured image:
a. Press the playback ( ) button to enter playback mode.
b. Press the left or right button to select the photograph/video clip to be resized.
c. Long press the menu ( ) button in playback mode until the menu is displayed. Select
Resize and press the shutter button.
d. Select the new size and press the shutter button to confirm. The image is saved as
a separate image.
a. Press the monitor switching button to switch to the front monitor.
b. Use the front monitor as a viewfinder to aim at yourself.
c. Press the shutter button to take a photo!
9.4. Self-Timer Setting
You can also use the self-timer function for self-portraits or when you take a photograph
without using the flash. For best results, try not to shake the camera tripod.
a. Set the camera to photo mode.
b. Press the menu button ( ).
c. Press the W ( ) button to select self-timer and confirm by pressing the shutter button.
d. Press the W ( ) button to select the “on” option and confirm by pressing the shutter
button. The self-timer now ready!
e. Aim the camera and press the shutter button to take a photograph.
The camera beeps during the 10 second delay and then take the photo
9.5. Recording Video Clips
a. Press the mode button to select video clip mode ( ).
b. Press the menu ( ) button and select resolution, then press the shutter button to
confirm. There are two resolution options: VGA (640 x 480), QVGA (320 x 240).
c. Press the shutter button to start recording; press the right button to pause; press the
shutter button again to stop recording. The video clip is saved as an AVI file in the
MicroSD memory card.
9.6. Playing Back Photographs
a. Press the playback ( ) button to enter playback mode. The last picture or video clip
taken is displayed.
b. Press the W ( ) to enter thumbnail mode. Press directional button to select the
desired picture and press the shutter button to view.
c. In full screen display, press the T ( ) button to zoom in on the photo.
9.9. Playing Back Video Clips
a. Press the playback ( ) button to enter playback mode.
b. Press the left or right button to select the video.
c. Press the up button to play the video.
d. When the video is playing, press the up button to pause or resume.
e. Press the right button for fast forward or press the left button for fast rewind.
f. Press the mode button to stop and exit.
9.10. Deleting Photographs and Video Clips
a. Follow these instructions to delete a single photograph / video clip, or delete all the
photographs / video clips in the memory card.
b. Press the playback ( ) button to enter playback mode.
c. Press the left or right button to select the photograph/video clip you want to delete.
d. Press the menu/delete button（）and select “single” or “all”.
e. Press the shutter button to confirm.
f. Press the menu button to exit.
Note: Selecting “all” and pressing the shutter button to confirm, does not delete items in
protected mode; to delete protected photos, set the protect setting for the photos to
unprotect mode then you can delete.
9.11. Connecting to a Computer
Use a USB cable to connect your camera to a computer to upload your files.
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