RCA CDS4100 User manual

Important Information
Attention: Macintosh* Users
Please download the digital camera twain
driver for the Macintosh* computer from the
Thomson Direct website, www.rca.com.
If you do not have internet access, please call
1-877-833-3491.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
TOCOM 15514180
*MACINTOSH is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

Date: 12/3/99
Model Number: CDS1000
TOCOM 15549800
Selecting Images
To select images one by one: press
the Control key (Command key on
the Macintosh) and click thumbnails
individually to activate the selection.
Camera Status
Use this button to display camera
status information.
Camera Setting
Use this button to display camera
setting dialog.
Help for the user(s)
Use this button to display the on-line
help window.
Exit from TWAIN
Use this button to exit the TWAIN
driver.
This sheet contains changes of product feature information
contained in the user’s guide.
In order for you to get optimum use
from your camera,
use this page in place of page 19 in your user’s
guide. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Change to User’s Guide
Software
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Important Safety Information
* Be sure to read all the safety information on this page and inside the
manual before you begin to use this product.
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Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning this card allows us to contact
you if needed.
Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts and service and attach it here. Record
the serial number and model numbers located on the bottom of the camcorder.
Model No: ______________________________________________
Serial No: ______________________________________________
Purchase ate: __________________________________________
Purchased From: _________________________________________
CS4100
To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries recommended by the
manufacturer for this camcorder. Other types of batteries may burst causing damage and
personal injury.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may
void the user’s authority to operate it.
Radio Interference
This equipment has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B igital evice in
accordance with specifications in Part 15 of FCC Rules. These rules are designed to provide reasonable
protection against radio and television interference in a residential installation. The equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not instaled and used in accordance with the instruc-
tions, 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 interference toradio or television reception (which you can determine by
turning the equipment off and on), try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the anttenna for radio or television that is
“receiving” the interference).
• Change the positoin of the receiver with resp-ect to the radio or television equipment that is
receiving interference.
• Move the receiver away from equipment receiving interference.
• Plug the receiver into a different wall outlet so the receiver and equipent receiving interference
are on different branch circuits.
If these measures do not eliminate interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/
television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Oommunications Commission has
prepared a helpful booklet, “How to Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is
available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, .C. 20402. Please specify the stock
number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.

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We want to make sure you enjoy your new digital still camera. If you have any
questions, call:
Digital Camera Exchange Warranty . 877-833-3491
Customer Service ................................. 877-833-3491
Accessories............................................ 800-338-0376
Assistance
Table of Contents
Product Registration .................... i
Important Safety Information ..... i
Assistance ..................................... 1
Unpack the Camera . ................... 3
Camera etails ........................ 4
Attach the Strap .................... 5
Power Supply ........................ 5
Inserting Batteries............. 5
Using AC Adapter ............. 6
Auto Power Off ................ 7
Install the Storage Card ........ 7
Recording Pictures ...................... 8
Record (REC) Mode ................ 8
Turn on the Camera ................. 8
Frame Your Picture .................. 9
Capturing Images..................... 9
Viewing Stored Images.......... 10
LC Picture Viewing .......... 10
Images on a Computer ........ 11
On-screen menus........................ 13
Recording mode..................... 13
Playback mode....................... 13
Changing settings .................. 14
REC mode ............................. 14
Setting capture mode .......... 14
Setting the pre-flash mode .. 14
Setting white balance .......... 15
Adjusting exposure controls . 15
Adjusting focus ................... 16
Setting image sharpness ..... 16
Adjusting color ................... 16
ate and time display ......... 17
Play mode ........................... 17
Erase all images .................. 17
Erase single images ............ 18
Protecting images ............... 18
Formatting storage card ...... 19
isplaying the date ............. 20
Setting date options ............ 20
Formatting storage card ...... 20
Setting date and time .......... 20
Camera Features ........................ 21
Flash Photography ................. 22
Using Auto Flash ................ 22
Flash ON Mode .................. 22
Flash OFF Mode ................. 22

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Table of Contents
Camera Features (Cont.)
Using the Self-Timer Mode ... 23
LC Brightness Control ial 23
Control Buttons ..................... 24
Macro Mode
(ENTER/MACRO button) 24
QUALITY/IN EX button .. 24
ZOOM button ..................... 25
ISPLAY button................. 26
MENU button ..................... 26
LC button ......................... 26
Monitor status ..................... 27
Tripod Mount ...................... 27
LC Icons ............................. 28
Camera/Software Details .......... 27
Introduction to the camera’s
TWAIN river ..................... 29
Selecting the TWAIN driver . 29
Connect the camera to the
computer .............................. 30
TWAIN river Functions ...... 31
Connect the Camera to a
Computer .......................... 31
Scroll One Row Up ............. 31
Scroll One Screen Up ......... 31
Scroll One Row own ........ 31
Scroll One Screen own .... 31
Select All of the Images ...... 31
Select None of the Images .. 32
Take a Picture ..................... 32
Get Image(s) ....................... 32
Upload Image(s) ................. 32
ownload Image(s) ............ 32
Erase Image(s) .................... 32
Rotate Image(s) .................. 32
Selecting Images ................. 32
Camera Status ..................... 33
Camera Setting ................... 33
Help for the user(s) ................ 33
Exit from TWAIN .................. 33
isplaying images on a TV ... 33
Camera User Interface ........... 34
Camera Top View (TB ) .... 34
Camera Front View ............. 34
Camera Back View ............. 34
Bottom of the Camera ........ 34
Sides of the Camera ............ 34
Basic Button Functionality .... 34
Specifications.............................. 35
Taking care of your camera ...... 36
Warranty .................................... 36
Troubleshooting ......................... 37
Order Form for Digital Camera
Model CDS4100 ........................ 43

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First Things First
This section describes the steps necessary to set up your digital camera to record and
save pictures. For detailed feature options and operation instructions, refer to the
specific portion of this manual.
Assistance
The toll-free numbers are provided to help with any problem you may encounter:
igital Camera Exchange Warranty .......................... 800-283-6503
Customer Service ...................................................... 800-336-1900
Accessories................................................................ 800-338-0376
Unpack the Camera and Accessories.
• Save the packing materials and box in case you ever need to ship or store
your digital camera.
• The items shown below are packed with your camera. If any are missing or
appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately:
8 Mb CompactFlash
Storage Card
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
4 AA Batteries
CDS4100
Digital Camera
NTSC Video Cable
RS-232C Digital Cable
CDS4100
AC Power Supply
Hand Strap
Image Editing Software
(Macintosh and PC)
TW
TW
AIN DRIVER
AIN DRIVER
SOFTW
SOFTW
ARE
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TWAIN DRIVER
SOFTWARE
TW
TW
AIN DRIVER
AIN DRIVER
SOFTW
SOFTW
ARE
ARE
TWAIN DRIVER
SOFTWARE
Macintosh ADB Serial
Cable
Carrying Case

First Things First
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Camera Details
A Shutter release button
B LC ON/OFF button
C (Self Timer)/+ (plus) button
ZOOM button
E (Flash)/– (minus) button
F ISPLAY button
G MENU button
H QUALITY/IN EX button
I ENTER/MACRO button
J Power button
K Built-in flash
L Self-timer LE
M Auto flash detector
N View finder window
O Lens
P Handstrap eyelet
Q igital output port
R Video output port
S AC power socket
T View finder eyepiece
U Ready LE
V Play/Recording mode switch
W LC panel
X LC brightness control dial
Y Tripod socket
Z Battery compartment cover
AA CompactFlash card ejector switch
BB CompactFlash card slot
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First Things First
Attach the Strap
ropping a camera can cause serious damage both
internally and externally. So, to secure your investment,
attach the hand strap first thing, and use it every time.
1. Insert the small loop at the end of the strap under the
strap eyelet.
2. Insert the other end of the strap through the loop to tie
the strap onto the strap eyelet.
Power Supply
This digital camera features two ways to supply power
to it; either use four batteries (size AA) or the included
AC adapter.
Inserting Batteries
1. On the bottom of the camera, slide the battery
chamber cover out in the direction of the large
arrow (as shown in the diagram to the right) to
open it. A click can be heard when the
compartment is released.
2. Insert four (4) AA batteries. Make sure to match
the positive and negative ends of the batteries to the
markings inside the battery compartment.
3. Close the battery chamber cover by pushing down firmly and
sliding it back until the latch closes with a click.
Important Notes!
• Never use manganese batteries.
• Your camera will not work if the batteries are inserted incorrectly.
• Remove batteries from camera if it will not be used for more than two
weeks.
• Never mix old batteries with new ones.
• Never mix batteries of different types.
• Never destroy batteries or dispose of in fire.This can cause an explosion
or leak caustic materials into the environment.
DC IN 7V
+
_
+
+
Inserting the Hand Strap
The supplied AC adapter
The battery compartment

First Things First
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Using AC Adapter
To power the camera from an electrical
outlet, use the supplied AC adapter. To
attach the adapter to your digital camera:
1. Open the camera’s connector cover by
inserting a thumbnail under the latch and
pulling it out.
AC Adapter jack
2. Plug in the Adapter Jack.
DC IN 7V
+
_
Important Notes!
•Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter only. Using any other AC
adapter may cause damage to the camera, voiding the warranty.
•When unplugging the AC Adapter from the wall socket, be sure to grasp
the plug (not the cord).
•Avoid undue bending, pulling, or twisting of the AC adapter cord.
•If the power cord should become damaged (exposed wires, disconnection,
etc.), please contact the store to purchase a new AC adapter. Use of a
damaged power cord may cause fire or electrical shock.
•Be sure to power off your camera before connecting or disconnecting
the adapter.
•The AC adapter may become warm to the touch after extended periods
of use.This is normal and is not cause for alarm.
The supplied AC adapter will allow the
digital camera to operate without batteries