Rollei X-8 Sports User manual

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FCC STATEMENT
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, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital
devices, 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.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15
of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise
specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could
be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway
(fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable
(USB, etc.) again.

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READ THIS FIRST
Trademark Information
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Product Information
Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This
includes primary product specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s
manual. This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product.
The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from
those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often
specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market
requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products
very often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries,
chargers, memory cards, cables, pouches, and language support. Occasionally a
retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal memory
capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included
accessories.
The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ
from the actual design of your camera.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user
manual.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.
Warnings
If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power off
and remove the battery.
Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of
purchase.
If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power
off and remove the battery.
Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of
purchase.
Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.
This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask
the store of purchase.
Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.
This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing damage.
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Swallowing the battery might cause poisoning. If the battery is accidentally
swallowed, immediately consult a physician.
Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a
motorcycle.
This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.
Please use battery with complete external seals.
Do not use battery from which the seals have been damaged or removed.
This may cause leakage, explosion, or injury.

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Cautions
Insert the battery paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the
terminals.
Inserting the battery with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or
damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.
This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to
leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your
body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has entered your
eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.
A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use
excessive force when handling the camera.
This might cause damage to the camera.
Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.
This might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of continuous
use.
The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause
burns.
Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.
This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire. Use
the camera in a well-ventilated place.
Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise
significantly, such as inside a car.
This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.
Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.
Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and
electric shock.

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Notes on Battery Usage
When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions
and the notes described below:
Use only the specified battery (3.7V).
Avoid extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery
life and reduce camera performance.
When you are using a new rechargeable battery or a rechargeable battery that has
not been used for an extended period of time (the battery that passed the expiry
date is an exception), it may affect the number of images that can be captured.
Therefore, to maximize its performance and lifetime, we recommend that you fully
charge the battery and discharge it for at least one complete cycle before use.
The battery may feel warm after a long period of continuous use of the camera or
the flash. This is normal and not a malfunction.
The camera may feel warm after a long period of continuous use. This is normal
and not a malfunction.
If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, remove it from the camera
to prevent leakage or corrosion and store it after no battery power is left. Stored for
a long time in a fully charged condition, its performance may be impaired.
Always keep the battery terminals clean.
There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used battery according to the recycle instructions.
Charge the rechargeable battery fully before using for the first time.
To prevent short-circuiting or fire, keep the battery away from other metal objects
when carrying or storing.

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Important Information on Underwater Instructions
Before using the camera underwater, please make sure to read the following the
instructions carefully.
Before Using in Water:
1. Make sure there is no foreign material such as dirt or sand on the waterproof seal
of the battery/memory card cover. Water, dirt, or sand may cause failure of the
camera’s waterproof function.
2. Carefully inspect the waterproof seal of the battery/memory card cover for damage
(cuts, tears, dents, and any other imperfection). Do not use the camera underwater
if the waterproof seal is damaged. Please contact your local retailer or service
center for repair.
3. Make sure that the battery/memory card cover is securely locked before using it in
an environment where it is likely to get wet or dirty, such as underwater or at the
beach.
4. Avoid opening the battery/memory card cover near water (at the beach, by the
sea, lake, or any wet areas) or with wet hands.
5. Do not jump into the water while holding the camera. Sudden, strong water
pressure may cause failure of the camera’s waterproof function.
During Using in Water:
1. Do not open the battery/memory card cover underwater.
2. Avoid subjecting the camera to substantial shocks as this may cause the battery/
memory card cover to open.
3. Do not use the camera at depths over 30ft/10m. This may cause failure of the
camera’s waterproof function.
4. Do not use the camera at warranted depths for over 60 minutes.
5. The camera will sink if dropped in water. Make sure to attach the strap and slip the
strap over your wrist when using the camera in or near water.
6. If the camera cannot operate normally or a malfunction has occured while
underwater, long press the Power button to turn off the camera. Turn the camera
on again. If the problem persists, contact your local retailer or service center.
7. If the camera is subjected to an accidental shock that causes the LCD monitor to
blur, turn off the camera and turn it on again. If the problem persists, contact your
local retailer or service center.
After Using in Water:
1. After the camera has been used underwater or dropped on sand, use fresh water
to clean the camera. Make sure the power is turned off and the battery/memory
cover is firmly closed before cleaning.

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2. The camera should be soaked and rinsed in a bucket of fresh water for a few
minutes. Do not soak the camera for too long or pour water over the camera
directly from the water faucet.
3. Make sure to use only clean, fresh water to rinse the camera. Do not use any
cleaning agent. This may cause damage to the camera.
4. Use a piece of clean, dry cloth to wipe off remaining water or sand.
5. Make sure the camera is completely clean and dry before opening the battery/
memory card cover.
6. If you need to change the battery or memory card after using the camera
underwater, make sure the camera is completely clean and dry. Open the battery/
memory card cover with the battery compartment facing downward. Wipe off
remaining water along the battery/memory card cover to prevent moisture inside.
Storage and Maintenance
1. Do not use chemicals for cleaning, rust prevention, or repairing. This may cause
failure of the camera’s waterproof function.
2. If the surface of the camera has been damaged (ex. damage on the lens, LCD
monitor, or other cuts or cracks), do not use the camera underwater. Please
contact your local retailer or service center for repair.
3. Store camera at room temperature in a clean and dry area. Never store camera in
a dark, damp area or in direct sunlight.
4. Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight for prolonged periods.
5. When storing the camera, prevent the battery compartment from a build up of
moisture.
6. Before storing the camera, remove the battery and memory card and keep in a
clean, dry area. Make sure the camera and its accessories are clean and dry
before storage.
Other Important Information
1. The waterproof function does not apply to the camera’s accessories (ex. battery
and memory card).
2. If the camera is subjected to substantial shocks, the camera might be damaged or
its waterproof function might fail.
3. If the camera has been used in underwater. It should be rinsed in fresh water as
soon as possible.
4. Water, sand or dirt inside the camera may cause failure of the camera.
5. Avoid getting sunscreen or suntan oil on the camera as it may cause discoloration
of the surface. If any oil gets on the camera, wash it off immediately with warm
water.

CONTENTS
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9 INTRODUCTION
9Overview
9 Package Contents
10 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
CAMERA
10 Front View
10 Rear View
11 Button Operation
12 LCD Monitor Display
14 GETTING STARTED
14 Preparation
15 Charging the Battery
16 Initial Settings
18 CAPTURE MODE
18 Capturing Images
19 Recording Shots Only When the
Smile Happen
20 Recording Shots using Face
Detection Technology
21 Setting the Scene Mode
23 Taking Underwater Images
24 VIDEO MODE
24 Recording Video Clips
24 Playing Back Video Clips
25 PLAYBACK MODE
25 Playing Back Still Images
26 Thumbnail Display
26 Removing Red-eye
27 Attaching Voice Memos
28 DPOF Settings
29 Protecting Images
30 Deleting Images
31 MENU OPTIONS
31 Capture Menu
34 Video Menu
35 Playback Menu
36 Setup Menu
38 TRANSFERRING FILES TO
YOUR COMPUTER
38 Downloading Your Files
39 USING THE CAMERA AS A PC
CAMERA
40 EDITING SOFTWARE
INSTALLATION
41 SPECIFICATIONS
42 APPENDIX
42 Possible Number of Shots
43 Troubleshooting
44 Connecting to a PictBridge
Compliant Printer

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INTRODUCTION
Overview
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. Equipped with a 8.0-megapixel CCD, this camera is capable of capturing
images with a resolution of up to 3264 x 2448 pixels.
This digital camera is also waterproof and allows you to capture images underwater for
60 minutes at depths of 30ft/10m.
Package Contents
Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items:
Common Product Components:
Digital camera
User’s manual
Software CD-ROM
USB cable
AV cable
Camera strap
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery charger
AC adapter for battery charger

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA
Front View
Rear View
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1. Shutter button
2. Power button
3. Flash
4. Self-timer LED
5. Lens
6. Microphone
7. LCD monitor
8. Status LED
9. Strap holder
10. Tripod socket
11. Battery/Memory card
cover
12. Waterproof seal
13. Battery compartment
14. Memory card slot
15. USB or AV out terminal

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Button Operation
Item Function
8Capture Mode 6 Video Mode 7 Playback Mode
1. >: Zooms out
=: Zooms in
>: Zooms out
=: Zooms in
>: Thumbnail
=: Zooms in
2. Capture Mode: switches
to: video mode > scene
mode selection screen
Switches to:
scene mode selection
screen > capture mode
Still image: Switches to
capture mode
Video clip: Switches to
video mode
3. Switches to playback
mode
Switches to playback
mode
Still image: Switches to
capture mode
Video clip: Switches to
video mode
4. Sets focus mode:
auto>Z>O>Q
Sets focus mode:
auto>O>Q
Rotation right
5. Sets flash mode:
Auto>a>d>c>`>_
-- Next file
6. -- -- Delete present file
7. Switches to capture menu
list
Switches to video menu list Switches to playback menu
list
8. Sets self-timer mode:
Off>f>g>h
Sets self-timer mode:
Off>f>g
--
9. Sets exposure
compensation
-- Previous file
10. If any scene mode is set:
switches to scene mode
selection screen
--
Still image: Displays image.
Records voice memo if
“Voice Memo” is set to “On”.
Video clip: Plays video clip
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LCD Monitor Display
Capture mode
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1. Zoom status
2. Flash mode
[Blank]Auto Flash
[a] Forced Flash
[d] Flash Off
[c] Red-eye Reduction
[`] Slow Sync
[_] Pre-flash
3. Battery condition
[l] Full battery power
[o] Medium battery
power
[n] Low battery power
[m] No battery power
4. Storage media
[r] Internal memory
(no card)
[q] SD/SDHC
memory card
5. [ ] Histogram
6. Main focus area
7. Image quality
[y] Fine
[x] Standard
[w] Economy
8. Image size resolution
[n] 3264 x 2448
[l] 2816 x 2112
[i] 2272 x 1704
[f] 1600 x 1200
[b] 640 x 480
9. Available number of
shots
10. ISO
[Blank] Auto
[2] ISO 64
[5] ISO 100
[7] ISO 200
[9] ISO 400
[0] ISO 800
[;] ISO 1600
11. Self-timer icon
[f] 2 sec.
[g] 10 sec.
[h] 10+2 sec.
12. Date and time
13. [s] Exposure
compensation
[P] Backlight correction
(Adjust exposure value
with the e/ f buttons)
14. Capture mode icon
[Blank] Single
[T] Continuous
[U] AEB
[.] Cont.flash
[/] Burst
[+] Pre-Shot
15. Slow shutter warning
16. White balance
[Blank] Auto
[$] Incand.
[&] Fluoresc.1
[*] Fluoresc.2
[%] Daylight
[#] Cloudy
[k]Sea Blue
[j]Sea Green
[z]Lakes
[(] Manual WB
17. Focus setting
[Blank] Auto focus
[Z] Face detection
[O] Macro
[Q] Infinity
18. Scene mode
[W] Smile Shot
[Z] UW -Normal
[[] UW -Macro
[\] UW-Sports
[t] Anti-shake
[T] Panorama
[Q] Portrait Man
[R] Portrait Lady
[N] Landscape
[F] Sports
[B] Night Portrait
[C] Night Scene
[G] Candlelight
[H] Fireworks
[M] Text
[K] Sunset
[I] Sunrise
[E] Splash Water
[J] Flow Water
[X] Snow
[S] Beach
[D] Pets
[L] Nautral Green
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Video mode [B]
1. Zoom status
2. Flash mode
3. Battery condition
4. Storage media
5. Main focus area
6. Video quality
7. Video resolution
8.
Available recording time/Elapsed time
9. Self-timer icon
10.Date and time
11. Focus setting
12. Mode icon
Playback mode [7] - Still image playback
1. Voice memo
2. Battery condition
3. Storage media
4. Histogram
5. Image quality
6. ISO
7. Image size resolution
8. File number
9. Folder number
10.Date and time
11. Exposure value
12. Aperture value
13. Shutter speed value
14. DPOF icon
15. Protect icon
16. Mode icon
Playback mode [ 7 ] - Video playback
1. Video status bar
2. Elapsed time
3. File number
4. Folder number
5. Play mode
6. Mode icon
7. Protect icon
8. Total recorded time
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GETTING STARTED
Preparation
1. Attach the camera strap.
2. Open the battery/memory card cover.
3. Insert the supplied battery with correct orientation
as shown.
4. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional).
 The camera has 32MB internal memory
(approx. 28MB available for image storage) ,
but you can load an SD/SDHC memory card to
expand the camera’s memory capacity.
Be sure to format the memory card with this
camera before its initial usage.
5. Close the battery/memory card cover and make sure
it is locked securely.
 To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an
SD/SDHC memory card , you can slide the write protect tab (on
the side of the SD/SDHC memory card) to “LOCK”.
To save, edit, or erase data on an SD/SDHC memory card,
you must unlock the card.
To prevent damaging of an SD/SDHC memory card, be sure
to turn off the power when inserting or removing the SD/SDHC
memory card. If inserting or removing the SD/SDHC memory
card with the power on, the camera will automatically turn off.

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Charging the Battery
Charge the battery fully with the supplied battery charger before use.
1. Insert the battery into the battery charger.
2. Connect the power cord to the charger and
insert the plug into a wall outlet.
The status LED on the charger lights red
when charging has started and lights
green when charging is completed. The
LED also lights green if no battery is
inserted into the charger.
Charging time varies according to the
ambient temperature and the status of battery.
Remove the battery after charging is completed.
The battery may feel warm after it has been charged or immediately after being used. This is
normal and not a malfunction.
When using the camera in cold areas, keep the camera and battery warm by holding them inside
your outer clothes.
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Initial Settings
Setting the Date and Time
The date/time needs to be set if and when:
The camera is turned on for the first time.
The camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the battery for an
extended period of time.
When the date and time information is not displayed on the LCD monitor, follow these
steps to set the correct date and time.
1. Toggle the MODE button to [8] or [B].
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select [Setup] with the fbutton.
4. Select [Date/Time] with the c/ dbuttons, and
press the SET button.
5. Select the date format with the c/ dbuttons,
and press the SET button.
Select the item’s field with the e/ fbuttons
and adjust the value for the date and time
with the c/ dbuttons.
 The time is displayed in 24-hour format.
 After confirming all settings are correct, press
the SET button.
6. To exit from the [Setup] menu, press the MENU
button.

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Choosing the Language
Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD
monitor.
1. To g g l e t h e MODE button to [8] or [B]; or press
the [7] button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select [Setup] menu with the fbutton.
4. Select [Language] with the c / d buttons and
press the SET button.
5. Select the displayed language with the c / d
buttons and press the SET button.
The setting will be stored.
Formatting the Memory Card or Internal Memory
This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images
and data.
1. Press the [7] button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select [Setup] menu with fbutton.
4. Select [Format] with the c / d buttons, then
press the SET button.
5. Select [Execute] with the c / d buttons, and
press the SET button.
 To cancel formatting, select [Cancel] and
press the SET button.

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CAPTURE MODE
Capturing Images
Your camera is equipped with a 2.5" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose
images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings.
1. Press the power button to turn the power on.
The status LED lights green and the camera is initiated.
2. Toggle the MODE button to [8].
3. Compose your image in the LCD monitor.
Pressing the = button zooms in on the subject, and enlarges the subject on the
LCD monitor.
Pressing the > button provides a wider angle image.
4. Press the shutter button.
Pressing the shutter button down halfway
automatically focuses and adjusts the
exposure, and pressing the shutter button
down fully captures the images.
The focus area frame turns green when the
camera is in focus and the exposure is
calculated.
When the focus is not suitable, the frame of
the focus area turns red.
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Recording Shots Only When the Smile Happen
With the camera’s new “smile detection” function, this camera captures automatically
when a smiling face is detected. Ideal for joyful occasions, this ensures that a happy
moment is never missed.
1. Toggle the MODE button until the scene mode
selection screen appears.
2. Select [Smile Shot] with the e/ fbuttons, and
press the SET button.
3. Compose the image, and press the shutter button
down fully.
4. Once the camera detects a smile, it will
automatically capture 3 images (by default, the flash
mode setting is set to d).
If the flash mode setting is changed to a, the
camera will only capture an image after it detects
a smile.
When capturing group shots (the number of
people is more than 1), the camera will
automatically capture the image(s) when it
detects two greatest smile faces. The number of
shots is depending on the flash mode setting.
If the camera could not detect a smile within 5
seconds, the camera will automatically capture
an image.
Press the shutter button once again to reactivate
this function.

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Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology
Face Detection Technology can identify and focus on the human faces in the image.
This advanced function simultaneously detects up to 5 human faces regardless of their
position in the scene.
1. Toggle the MODE button to [8].
2. Toggle the OZ button until [Z] icon appears on the LCD monitor.
The white frame is identified as the “top priority” face (main focus frame), and
gray ones around the other faces.
3. Press the shutter button halfway down to lock the focus.
The main focus frame simultaneously turns green.
If the “top priority” face is out of focus, all frames will be disappeared from the
screen.
4. Press the shutter button down fully to capture your image.
Subjects that are not suitable with this function:
a. A person wearing glasses, sunglasses, or face covered with hat or hair.
b. A person turning sideways.