Medion Life S41001 MD 86293 User manual

Waterproof digital camera
Instruction Manual
MEDION® LIFE® S41001 (MD 86293)

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Overview of the appliance
Front
Flash
Lens
Microphon
e
Rear
LC display
Zoom button
Playback button
Mode button
Menu button
Operating LED
4-way navigation
button

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Top
Louds
p
eaker
On/off button
Shutter release
Bottom
Tripod socket
USB connection
SD card slot
Batter
y
com
p
artment
Page
Loop for carrying strap
Macro button

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Contents
Contents........................................................................................ 3
Safety instructions ......................................................................... 5
Water resistance ......................................................................... 8
Start of operation......................................................................... 10
Included in the box .................................................................. 10
Inserting batteries..................................................................... 11
Inserting and removing SD cards ............................................. 12
Attaching the carry strap .......................................................... 13
First Steps .................................................................................... 14
Switching on the camera.......................................................... 14
Switching off the camera.......................................................... 14
Setting the language, date and time......................................... 15
Shooting and playback mode................................................... 18
Display options............................................................................ 19
Display options during video recording ................................... 19
Display options during video playback..................................... 21
Display options for photo shooting .......................................... 22
Display options during photo playback.................................... 24
Switching the display options on and off.................................. 25
Taking your first shots.................................................................. 26
Setting shooting mode............................................................. 26
Tips for taking good shots ........................................................ 26
Taking photos .......................................................................... 27
Recording videos...................................................................... 29

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Recording audio clips ............................................................... 30
The video menu ....................................................................... 31
The photo menu ...................................................................... 35
Watching and listening to recordings ....................................... 40
Deleting photos ....................................................................... 42
The photo playback menu........................................................ 43
The video playback menu ........................................................ 46
Connection to TV and PC............................................................. 48
Displaying captures on a television set ..................................... 48
Transferring data to a computer............................................... 49
DCF memory standard ............................................................. 50
Card drive ................................................................................ 50
Directory structure in the memory ........................................... 51
Installing the software .............................................................. 52
Storage capacity....................................................................... 52
Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 53
Maintenance and care .............................................................. 55
Disposal....................................................................................... 56
Technical specifications................................................................ 57

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Safety instructions
About these instructions
Read the safety instructions carefully before use. Note the warnings
on the appliance and in the operating instructions
Always keep the operating instructions close to hand. If you sell the
equipment or give it away, make sure you also hand over these
instructions and the guarantee card.
Proper use
The camera is designed for taking digital pictures.
Do not operate the camera either in extreme heat or extreme
cold.
The camera is not suited for operation in extreme conditions.
Warning
To avoid injury please note the following warnings when using this
product.
Make sure you are not too close to people when using the
flash. Otherwise you could damage people’s eyes.
Keep a distance of at least one metre from children when
working with the flash function.
Do not open up or dismantle the device.
Dismantling the device could lead to an electric shock. Tests on
internal components, modifications and repairs should be
carried out by specialists only. Please take the product to an
authorised service centre for checks.
If you are not going to use the camera for a period of time,
remove the batteries to prevent leakage

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Battery instructions
Please note the following general instructions for handling
batteries:
Keep batteries away from children. Seek medical attention
immediately if a battery is swallowed.
CAUTION! Never try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
Danger of explosion!
ATTENTION!There is a risk of explosion if batteries are
incorrectly replaced. Always replace the batteries with an
equivalent type.
Before inserting the batteries, check that the contacts in the
device and on the batteries are clean and, if necessary, clean
them.
Please note the polarity (+/–) when inserting the batteries.
Store batteries in a cool, dry place. Direct intense heat can
damage the batteries. Therefore do not expose the device to
any sources of direct heat.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and mucous membranes. If these
areas come into contact with battery acid, rinse them
immediately with plenty of clean water and contact a doctor
immediately.
Do not throw batteries into a fire, do not short-circuit them and
do not dismantle them.
Never expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or similar.
Always replace batteries in a dry environment!
Remove a leaking battery from the device immediately. Clean
the contacts before inserting a new battery. There is a risk of
skin irritations from battery acid!
Remove flat batteries from the camera.

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Precautionary measures
Please note the following precautionary measures to avoid damage
to your camera and to keep it in good condition.
Keep away from salt and dust
If you have been using the camera on the beach or at the
seaside, wipe off salt and dust with a light, damp cloth.
Carefully dry the camera afterwards.
Keep the device away from strong magnetic fields.
Never place the camera too close to appliances which generate
strong electromagnetic fields, such as electric motors. Strong
electromagnetic fields may result in camera malfunctions or
corrupt data recordings.
Avoid excessive heat
Do not use or store the camera in sunlight or at high
temperatures. This can cause the battery to leak or the case to
become misshapen.
Avoid extreme variations in temperature.
If you suddenly take the camera out of a cold environment into
a warm one or vice versa, condensation can form outside and
inside it which can result in malfunctions and damage to the
camera. Wait until the camera temperature has raised to match
the ambient temperature before starting to use the camera.
You can provide some protection against varying temperatures
by using a bag or a plastic case.
Do not drop the camera
Jarring or vibrations resulting from a fall can cause
malfunctions. Loop the strap round your wrist when you carry
the camera.
Do not remove batteries when data are being processed
When image data is being recorded to memory cards or
deleted, switching off the power supply can result in data loss
or damage the internal circuitry or memory.

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Treat lens and all moving parts carefully
Do not touch the lens or the lens barrel. Take care when
handling the memory card and the battery. These parts are not
designed for high levels of stress.
Batteries
At low temperatures, there can be a sharp drop in battery
capacity.
Memory cards
Switch the power supply off before you insert or remove the
memory card. Otherwise the memory card may become
unstable. Memory cards may warm up during use. Always
remove the memory cards from the camera carefully.
Underwater operation
The camera is suitable for underwater operation up to a
maximum depth of 3 metres. Please make sure that you do not
dive deeper than 3 metres.
Water resistance
The camera is water resistant to a depth of 3 metres.
The camera should only be used for a maximum of 60 minutes
under water.
The accessories supplied are not water resistant.
Important notes before diving:
Avoid the following actions in sandy/dusty environments or
when near to water.
Check the area around the battery compartment.
Remove any dirt, sand or other particles with a dry cloth.
Ensure that the battery compartment does not display any
scratches or cracks.

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Ensure that the camera does not have any cracks.
At low temperatures the capacity of the battery can
be drastically reduced due to the slowing down of the
chemical reactions. When recording in cold weather
keep a second battery pack in reserve in a warm place
(e.g. trouser pocket).
This symbol on the camera certifies that the device
complies with EU guidelines on electromagnetic
interference. CE stands for Conformité Européenne
(European conformity).
The camera is for private use only and not intended
for use by companies in the heavy industry sector.

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Start of operation
Included in the box
Please check your purchase to ensure all items are included and
contact us within 14 days of purchase if any of the following
components are missing:
The following items are supplied with the product:
Camera
2 x AAA 1.5V batteries
2 GB SD memory card (optional)
USB/AV cable
Carrying strap
Carrying case
Software CD

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Inserting batteries
2 AAA 1.5 V batteries are required to operate the camera.
►Slide the catch of the battery compartment in the direction
indicated by the arrow and open the battery compartment
cover.
►Slide the battery compartment in the direction indicated by the
arrow and open the battery compartment.
►Insert the batteries as illustrated. Observe the polarity (as
shown).
►Close the battery compartment and move the catch back to its
original position.

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Inserting and removing SD cards
If no memory card is inserted, photos will be stored in the internal
memory. Please note that the capacity of the internal memory is
limited. Use an SD memory card to increase the memory capacity. If
a memory card is inserted, your photos will be stored on the card.
Insert card
►Switch the camera off.
►Open the cover of the battery compartment.
►Insert the card as shown into the card slot.
►Close the battery compartment cover and move the catch back
to its original position.
To remove the card, press it down briefly to release it. The card will
then protrude slightly and can be removed.

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Attaching the carry strap
For ease of handling and increased security attach the carrying
strap to the camera.
►Feed the strap through the loop.
►Pull the other end of the carrying strap through the thin loop
of the strap and pull tight.
If you carry the camera by the carrying strap ensure that the
camera does not bang into anything.
While you are attaching the carrying strap place the camera on
a stable surface so it cannot fall down and get broken.

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First Steps
Switching on the camera
►Press the ON/OFF button for 1 to 2 seconds to turn on the
camera.
The indicator lights up green and the display switches on. The
camera is in shooting mode.
If the camera does not switch on, check whether the batteries
has been inserted properly and whether they are charged.
Switching off the camera
►Press the ON/OFF button down for a little longer to switch
the camera off.
Energy-saving function
If the camera has not been used for 60 seconds, it will switch off
automatically. You can increase the automatic switch-off time to
five minutes.
The energy-saving function is disabled in the following
circumstances:
While recording audio and video clips;
During playback of images, video clips or audio recordings;
While the camera is connected to another device via the USB
socket.

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Setting the language, date and time
Before using the camera for the first time, you should select your
preferred language from the menu and set the current date and
time. Both settings are performed in the “SETTINGS” menu.
►With the camera switched on, press the button to open the
menus.
►Select the menu “SETTINGS” using the or the
button.
Formatting
►Select the entry “FORMATTING” in the “SETTINGS” menu using
the buttons or and press the button. The formatting
menu opens.
►Select the symbol using the buttons or to format the
memory card or select if you do not want to format the
memory card.
CAUTION!
If you format the memory all the data stored there will be
deleted.
Ensure that no important data is still in the memory or on
the SD card.
Factory settings
►Select the entry “FACTORY SETTINGS” in the “SETTINGS” menu
using the buttons or and press the button. The factory
settings menu opens.
►Select the symbol using the buttons or and press the
button to return the camera to the factory settings.

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Language
►Select the entry “LANGUAGE” in the “SETTINGS” menu using
thebuttons or and press the button.
The language selection menu opens.
►Select your desired language using the buttons or and
press the button.
Energy saving
►Select the entry “ENERGY SAVING” in the “SETTINGS” menu
using the buttons or and press the button. The energy
saving menu opens.
►Select the symbol using the buttons or to deactivate
the automatic switch-off function.
►Use the buttons or to select either 5 minutes or 1 minute
as the camera’s automatic switch-off period and confirm the
selection with the button .
Sound
►Select the entry “SOUND” in the “SETTINGS” menu using the
buttons or and press the button. The sound menu
opens.
►Select the symbol using the buttons or to deactivate
the key tones.
►Select the symbol using the buttons or to activate the
key tones.
The “shutter tone” is permanently activated and cannot
be deactivated.

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Frequency
►Select the entry “FREQUENCY” in the “SETTINGS” menu using
the buttons or and press the button. The frequency
menu opens.
►Select a frequency of 60 Hz or 50 Hz (corresponding to your
TV’s freqency) using the buttons or and confirm the
selection by pressing the button.
TV Standard:
►Select the entry “TV STANDARD” in the “SETTINGS” menu
using the buttons or and press the button. The
frequency menu opens.
►Select a TV standard of either PAL or NTSC (corresponding to
your TV system) using the buttons or and confirm the
selection by pressing the button.
Date/time
►Select the entry “DATE/TIME” in the “SETTINGS” menu using
the buttons or and press the button. The settings menu
opens.
►Select the field that you would like to change using the buttons
or .
►Enter the desired value with the buttons or . Hold down the
keys to fast forward through the digits.
►When the desired value is displayed, proceed to the next field
using and to the previous field using the button.
►Press to confirm the chosen values.
The camera can only display the date and time in the playback
mode. This information cannot be printed.
Follow the instructions on p. 39 to activate the date stamp.

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The time setting is saved by the internal battery. It is lost, however,
if the batteries are removed from the camera for more than 48
hours.
Shooting and playback mode
The shooting mode is enabled after the camera has been switched
on: you may take photos immediately. You can also record audio
and video clips.
In playback mode, you can play, edit and delete photos, audio clips
and video clips.
►To start playback mode, press the playback button . The
playback icon appears in the top left of the display. The last
picture taken is displayed.
►To return to shooting mode, press the playback button
again.

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Display options
Display options during video recording
The following display options are possible during video recording
mode:
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Number Symbol Description
1 Shows the number of saved files
2 Memory status
: Shows that an SD card is being
used
: Shows that no SD card has been
installed and the internal memory is
being used
3 Resolution
4 Quality