Rollei Sportsline 99 User manual

24
Months Warranty
and Replacement
14.0
Megapixels
2.7“
LCD (6.85 cm)
4x
Optical Zoom
5 m
wasserdicht
waterproof
1.5 m
stoßfest
shockproof
720p
HD Video Function
1280 x720 pixels
Smile & Face
Detection
User GUide
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Table of Contents
Preface ........................................................................................................ 3
About this Manual .................................................................................. 3
Safety and Handling Precautions.............................................................. 3
Using this Menu ..................................................................................... 4
Introduction ................................................................................................. 5
System Requirements............................................................................. 5
Main Features........................................................................................ 5
Package Contents................................................................................... 6
Camera Views........................................................................................ 7
Camera Buttons ..................................................................................... 8
Navigation Control.................................................................................. 9
Camera Memory................................................................................... 10
Getting Started........................................................................................... 10
Attach the Camera Strap....................................................................... 10
Inserting the Battery ............................................................................ 10
Inserting an SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card............................................. 11
Charging the Battery by USB................................................................. 12
Turning the Power On and Off............................................................... 12
Initial Settings...................................................................................... 12
Modes................................................................................................. 12
Using the LCD monitor ................................................................................ 13
LCD Monitor Layout.............................................................................. 13
Changing the LCD Monitor Display......................................................... 18
Recording Images, Videos and Voices........................................................... 18
Taking Images ..................................................................................... 18
Setting the Zoom Control...................................................................... 19
Using Flash.......................................................................................... 20
Setting the Focus Mode ........................................................................ 20
Using the Function Menu ...................................................................... 21
Using the Record Menu......................................................................... 25
Using Voices Recording......................................................................... 36
Recording Videos.................................................................................. 41
Playback .................................................................................................... 43
Viewing in Single Navigation.................................................................. 43
Viewing Thumbnails ............................................................................. 43
Zooming images................................................................................... 44
Playing Videos...................................................................................... 44
Playing Voice Recording........................................................................ 45
Playing Voice Memo.............................................................................. 45
Deleting an Image/Video/Audio............................................................. 46
Playback Menu..................................................................................... 46
Using the Setup Menu................................................................................. 55
Setting Sounds..................................................................................... 55
Setting Power Save............................................................................... 55
Setting LCD Save.................................................................................. 56

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Setting Date & Time............................................................................. 56
Setting Language................................................................................. 56
Setting File Numbering ......................................................................... 56
Setting TV Out..................................................................................... 57
Setting LCD Brightness ......................................................................... 57
Setting Memory Kit............................................................................... 57
Reset All.............................................................................................. 57
Making Connections.................................................................................... 58
Connecting the Camera to a TV............................................................. 58
Connecting the Camera to a PC............................................................. 58
Connecting the Camera to a Printer ....................................................... 59
Setting the Print Mode Menu................................................................. 60
Appendix.................................................................................................... 61
About Folder and File Names................................................................. 61
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................... 61
Specifications............................................................................................. 62

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Preface
About this Manual
This manual is designed to assist you in using your new digital camera. All information presented is as
accurate as possible but is subject to change without notice.
Copyright
This manual 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.
© Copyright 2011
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance
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 distance between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment to 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.
Warning: A shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent
interference to radio and television reception. Use only shielded cable to connect I/O devices to this
equipment. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void your
warranty and service agreement.
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
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/Win7 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation
System. All other companies or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
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 extreme temperatures.
•Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm temperatures.
•Do not touch the camera lens.
•Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods.
•Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the product. Wipe the
product with a slightly damp soft cloth.

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Battery Information
•Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery.
•When using Li-ion battery in this product, ensure that they are inserted correctly. Inserting the
battery upside down can cause damage to the product and possibly cause an explosion.
•When the camera is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for the camera body to feel
warm.
•Download all pictures and remove the battery from the camera if you are going to store the camera
for a long period of time.
•The type of battery and the battery power level may cause the lens to be stuck up. Ensure you use
the correct battery type and use a fully charged battery.
•Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions.
Notices
•It’s from our indoor test only. We are not guaranteed that there will be no damage or malfunction in
all similar conditions.
•Please note that all accessories are not waterproof.
•Must close the battery cover correctly. If water, dust or sand is inside the camera, it will cause
malfunction.
•Do not open or close the battery cover at the locations like ocean or lake. Also, do not open or close
it with wet hands.
•When you dive with the camera, please use the supplied strap, and make sure it puts on your wrist.
Cautions
•Do not use the camera at depth of 7.5 meters or more in water.
•Do not use the camera underwater over 2 hours.
•Do not open or close the battery cover in water.
•Do not use the camera in hot water, for example in hot spring.
•Do not put too much pressure on the camera; otherwise the camera will be damaged when you dive
with it.
•Do not leave the camera at beach for preventing from sand being inside the speaker and microphone.
Moreover, the camera will get heated gradually and exceed the operation temperature when it is
exposed to sunlight.
•If your camera is stained with sunscreen lotion by accident, please clean it with warm water
immediately; otherwise your camera body may become discolored.
•Once the camera has ever sustained strong shaking, dashing or high pressure, it may lose the
capability of waterproof. Please contact your reseller or our maintenance department.
Using this Menu
Symbols used in this manual are explained below:
This indicates useful information when using your camera.
This indicates important message that should be read before using the function.

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera.
Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera.
System Requirements
In order to get the most out of your camera, your computer must meet the following system requirements:
For Windows:
•Windows XP/Vista/Win7
•Processor: Pentium II 450MHz or above
•Memory: 512MB or above
•HDD space: 200MB or above
•16bit color display monitor
•Microsoft DirectX 9.0C
•USB port and CD-ROM drive
For Macintosh:
•Power Mac G3 or later
•Mac OS 10.3.X (X=0~9) ~ 10.6.6 or later
•Memory: 512MB or above
•Q. Time player ver. 6.0.3 or above
•USB port and CD-ROM drive
Main Features
•14 mega pixels resolution
•Up to 4x optical zoom and 5x digital zoom
•2.7 inch color LCD monitor
•32MB internal flash memory with optional external SD/SDHC/SDXC card
•Supports up to 4GB of SD card, and up to 32GB of SDHC card and to 64GB of SDXC card
•Easy-to-use button interface
•DCF, DPOF, PictBridge compatibility
•Slideshow to review still images
•A/V output to view your images, videos and audio on your TV
•USB port to transfer images, videos and audio to your PC

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Package Contents
Please check the contents of your camera package. It should contain:
Digital camera Rechargeable battery x 1 pcs Wrist strap
USB adapter USB cable CD-Rom

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Camera Views
Front View
1. Flash
2. Sel
f
-timer LED/
AF Assist Lamp
3. Microphone
4. Lens
Back View
5. LCD monitor
6. Zoom button
7. LED indicator
8. Playback button
9. OK button/4-way
navigation control
10. Menu button
11. Function/Delete
button
Top View
12. Shutter button
13. Power button
14. Speaker

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Bottom View
15. Battery/Memory card
compartment
16. Tripod screw hole
Left/Right View
17. USB/TV Out
18. Strap ring
Camera Buttons
Your camera is equipped with different buttons for ease of use.
Button Description
Power Press the Power button to turn the power on/off.
Shutter Press to capture an image or start/stop recording video or audio clip.
Zoom button In photo and movie mode, press the zoom button to left to zoom out, right to zoom in. In Playback mode, press to zoom in to magnify image or zoom out enter
9-image/calendar thumbnails.
Menu Press to enter or exit menu/submenu.
Function/Delete In Photo and Movie mode, press to enter function menu.
In Playback mode, press to delete an image, video or audio clip.

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Navigation Control
The 4-way Navigation Control and the OK button allow you to access the various menus available from
the On Screen Display (OSD). You can configure a wide range of settings to ensure maximum results from
your images and videos. Further functions of these buttons are as follows:
No. Description
1 Face Tracking/Rotate Button
2 Macro Button
3 Display Button
4 Flash Button
5 OK Button
Button Description
OK 1. Confirm a selection when using the OSD menus.
2. In Playback Movie/Audio mode, press to Start video or audio playback.
Flash/Right
1. In Photo Mode, press to scroll through the flash mode options.
(Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync and Forced Off)
2. In Playback mode, press to view the next image, video or audio clip.
3. In playback Movie mode, press to Forward video playback.
4. In Menu, press to enter the submenu or to navigate through the menu
selections.
Macro/Left
1. In Photo Mode, press to scroll through Macro options. (Super Macro, Pan Focus,
Infinity and normal)
2. In Playback mode, press to view the previous image, video or audio clip.
3. In Playback movie mode, press to Rewind video playback.
4. In Menu, press to exit a submenu or to navigate through the menu selections.
Up/Face Tracking/
Rotate
1. In Photo Mode, press to turn the face tracking function on and off.
2. Playing Video/Audio file, press to Pause/Start video or audio playback.
3. In Playback photo mode, press to rotate the image clockwise 90 degrees by each
press of the button. This feature is applicable for still images only.
4. In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu selections.
Display/Down
1. The LCD monitor can be changed into 5 different types such as Basic, Full, None,
Guideline and Help screen.
2. Playing Video/Audio file, press to stop video/audio playback.
3. In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu selections.

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Camera Memory
Internal memory
Your camera is equipped with 32MB of internal memory. Users can store files up to 13.5MB. If there is no
memory card inserted in the memory card slot, all images, videos and audio clips recorded are
automatically stored in the internal memory.
External storage
Your camera supports SD cards of up to 4GB in size. It also supports SDHC cards with a maximum capacity
of 32GB. Then also supports SDXC cards with a maximum capacity of 64GB. If there is a storage card
inserted in the memory slot, the camera automatically saves all images, videos and audio clips in the
external storage card. The icon indicates the camera is using SD card.
Not all cards may be compatible with your camera. When purchasing a card, please
check the card's specifications and take the camera with you.
Getting Started
Attach the Camera Strap
Inserting the Battery
Follow these instructions to insert the rechargeable battery into the battery/memory card compartment.
Please read "Battery Information" on page 4 before inserting/removing batteries.
1. Make sure the power is off before inserting the battery.
2. Unlock and open the battery/memory card compartment
at the bottom of the camera by pushing up the cover
latch and sliding to the left.

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3. Insert the battery into the compartment with the terminal
facing inside the camera with correct orientation as
shown.
4. Close the battery/memory card compartment, and the
cover latch is locked automatically.
Inserting an SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card
Expand your camera’s storage by using SD, SDHC or SDXC
memory cards.
1. Unlock and open the battery/memory card compartment
at the bottom of the camera by pushing up the cover
latch and sliding to the left.
2. Insert the SD/SDHC/SDXC card into the memory card
slot with the metallic part facing the back side of the
camera.
3. Push the SD/SDHC/SDXC card into the memory slot until
it clicks into place.
4. Close the battery/memory card compartment, and the
cover latch is locked automatically.
To remove the SD/SDHC/SDXC card
1. Unlock and open the battery/memory card compartment
by pushing up the cover latch and sliding to the left.
2. Gently push the card until it pops out.
3. Pull out the card carefully.
Windows 2000/XP are not support SDXC card (exFAT format). But in Windows XP
(Service Pack 2 or 3), you can download exFAT patch update to support SDXC card.

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Charging the Battery by USB
In other way charging the battery, you can use the USB cable to connect the camera with PC or USB adapter.
1. Connect the camera with the USB cable as shown.
2. Connect the other end with the USB adapter and plug it
into a power outlet or with the USB port of PC directly
for charging.
•When the battery is charging, the LED indicator
lights up.
•When the battery is fully charged, the LED indicator
goes off.
•When the battery is unusual charged, the LED
indicator flashes rapidly.
•When the camera charges without the battery
inside, the LED indicator goes off.
It's recommended not operating the camera when charging.
Turning the Power On and Off
There are two ways to turn on the camera:
• The startup image displays briefly and the startup sound plays if enabled. The zoom lens extends and
the camera is turned on in Record mode.
• The camera is turned on in Playback mode. The zoom lens is not extended.
To turn off the camera, press the Power button.
See "Modes" on page 12 to know more about Record and Playback mode.
Initial Settings
When you turn on your camera for the first time, you will be asked to do the initial settings of your camera.
First is the setup of language menu. Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on
the LCD monitor.
Setting the Language
1. Press , , or to move through the selection.
2. Select a language, and then press OK to apply.
Setting the Date & Time
1. Press or to move through the selection.
2. Press or keys to change the value for the date and time.
3. Press OK to apply.
4. If necessary, press to close the menu.
Now, you are ready to start taking images and videos.
Holding down or keys to change the values continuously.
Modes
Your camera has two modes:
Record Mode
This is the default mode while you turn on the camera every time. You are able to take images and
record videos/audio clips in this mode.
Playback Mode
Press the Playback button after the camera is turned on to view and edit captured images or
playback videos and audio clips. The recording of voice memo attached to images is available in this
mode.

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Using the LCD monitor
The LCD monitor shows all important information regarding camera settings as well as the visual image of
your image or video. The display on the LCD monitor is called the On Screen Display or OSD.
LCD Monitor Layout
Photo Mode Screen Layout
No. Item Description
1Record Mode Indicates the current mode.
2Flash Indicates flash settings.
3Self-timer/Burst Indicates drive mode settings.
4Zoom indicator Displays zoom.
5Shots remaining Indicates the remaining shots available.
6Battery Indicates battery level.
7 Storage media Indicates current storage media in use.
8Date stamp Indicates date stamp is enabled.
9AEB Indicates AEB function is enabled
10 Stabilizer Indicates stabilizer function is enabled.
11 Saturation Displays saturation settings.
12 Contrast Displays contrast settings.
13 Histogram Graphic display of Brightness.
14 ISO Displays ISO settings.
15 Focus area Indicates focus area.
16 Shutter speed Displays shutter speed settings.
17 Aperture value Displays aperture settings.
18 Shake warning Indicates that the camera is shaking.
19 Focus Indicates focus is enabled.
20 Exposure Displays exposure settings.
21 Face tracking Indicates face tracking is enabled.
22 White balance Displays white balance settings.
23 Metering Displays metering settings.
24 Sharpness Displays sharpness settings.
25 Quality Displays quality settings.
26 Photo size Displays photo size settings.
27 AF lamp Indicates AF lamp is enabled.

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Scene Mode - Movie Mode Screen Layout
Standby layout Recording Layout
No. Item Description
1 Record Mode Indicates the current mode.
2 Zoom indicator Displays zoom.
3 Time remaining Indicates the remaining time of video available.
4 Battery Indicates battery level.
5 Storage media Indicates current storage media in use.
6 Focus area Indicates focus area.
7 Focus Indicates focus is enabled.
8 White balance Displays white balance settings.
9 Metering Displays metering settings.
10 Movie size Displays movie size settings.
11 Key indicator Displays the commands on 4-way Navigation Control button
12 Recorded time Displays recorded time.
13 Recording status Indicates recording status.
14 Pre-record Indicates pre-record is enable
The Pre-Record icon appears on the screen in red color as the same position as zoom
indicator.

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Playback Mode Screen Layout
The Playback mode display varies depending on the type of image being viewed.
Playback mode display of still images:
No. Item Description
1Playback mode Indicates playback mode.
2Protect Indicates file is protected.
3Voice memo Indicates voice memo is attached.
4Button intro Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a video or audio file.
5File no./Total no. Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage card.
6Battery Indicates battery level.
7Storage media Indicates used storage memory.
8Recording
information Displays recording information of the file.
9DPOF Indicates the file is marked for printing.
10 Image Size Displays the image size settings.

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Playback mode of videos:
No. Item Description
1Playback mode Indicates playback mode.
2Protect Indicates file is protected.
3Video clip Indicates the file is a video.
4Button intro Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a video or audio
file.
5File no./Total no. Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage
card.
6Battery Indicates battery level.
7Storage media Indicates used storage memory.
8Recording date & time Displays the date and time of the video clip.
9Video size Indicates the size of the video clip.
10 Volume Indicates the volume while playing.
11 Video length Display the total length of the video clip.
12 Played time Indicates the played time of the video.
13 Playing status Displays playing status.
14 Capture image Capture the screenshot and save.

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Playback mode of audio clips:
No. Item Description
1Playback mode Indicates playback mode.
2Protect Indicates file is protected.
3Button intro Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a video or audio file.
4File no./Total no. Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage card.
5Battery Indicates battery level.
6Storage media Indicates used storage memory.
7Recordin
g
information Displays recording information of the file.
8Volume Indicates volume settings.
9Audio length Display the total length of the audio clip.
10 Played time Indicates played time.
11 Playing status Displays playing status.

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Changing the LCD Monitor Display
The type of information displayed on the LCD monitor can be changed using the button. Press the
button repeatedly to change the LCD display from one type to another. In Photo/Movie Mode, the LCD
display can be changed into any of the following:
•Basic
•Full
•None
•Guideline
•Help screen
•
T
he OSD information may vary depending on the record mode type.
•The following icons, if enabled, are still displayed on the LCD even when OSD off or
Guide lines on: AEB, Face tracking, AF lamp, Drive mode, and Focus.
•Use the "Guide lines" to properly set image for capture.
In Playback mode, the LCD display can be changed into any of the following:
•Basic
•Full
•None
•Help screen
LCD display cannot be changed in the following situations:
•Adjusting Aperture value/Shutter speed under Manual exposure mode.
•Adjusting Aperture value under Aperture Priority mode.
•Adjusting Shutter speed under Shutter Priority mode.
•Recording video or audio clips
•Playing video or audio clips
•Playing slideshow
Recording Images, Videos and Voices
Taking Images
Now that you are familiar with your camera, you are now ready to take your images. Taking images with
your camera is very simple.
1. Turn on the camera by pressin
g
the Power button.
2. Frame the shot using the focus bracket on the LCD monitor.
See illustration on the right.
3. Pressing the Shutter button down halfway automatically
focuses and adjusts the exposure, and pressing the Shutter
button down fully captures the images.
When the shake warning icon appears, hold the camera
steadily, with your arms at your side or use a tripod to stabilize
the camera to prevent blurred images.

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Setting the Zoom Control
Using a combination of 4 times optical zoom and 5 times digital zoom permits zoom photography at up to
20 times magnification. While the digital zoom can be a useful feature, the more an image is enlarged
(zoomed), the more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear. Please refer to "Setting the Digital Zoom"
on page 39 on how to setup digital zoom.
To adjusts the optical zoom:
1. Press the Zoom button to zoom in or zoom out an image.
2. The zoom indicator appears on the LCD monitor.
Zoom button
1. Press the button right (T) to zoom in.
2. Press the button left (W) to zoom out.
To adjusts the digital zoom:
1. Activate digital zoom. See "Setting the Digital Zoom" on page 39.
2. Press the Zoom button clockwise/counterclockwise optically zooms in/out to the maximum until
it stops.
3. Release the Zoom button.
O
p
tical zoom 1X to 4X Di
g
ital zoom 1X to 5X
Digital zoom is not activated in recording videos