User manual ARGUS DC-1512E

[. . . ] Please read this manual carefully before using the camera and follow the instructions to avoid any damage that could be caused by improper operation. Caution The software CD-ROM packaged with the camera is designed to be used with a personal computer only. Do not attempt to play this CDROM on a stereo or CD player as this may cause damage to both the disc and the CD player. 0-01_151EmanualR1. indd /1/0 1:51:1 PM Before Using Your Camera Use your camera to shoot several trial images before taking pictures of important subjects to ensure proper operation. Any loss caused by the malfunction of this product (such as costs of photography or loss of benefit generated by the photography) is not the responsibility of Argus Camera Company and no compensation will be given for it. Copyright information Unless agreed by the rightful owner, pictures taken with this digital camera cannot be used in violation of copyright law. [. . . ] After taking pictures, you can now touch them up 0-01_151EmanualR1. indd /1/0 1:51:1 PM in order to correct imperfections due to poor conditions. You can also send your photos via the Internet and use your camera as a webcam allowing for online interactive discussions with your family and friends. Functions and Characteristics Camera Function: The camera can capture photos and digitally store the images within the internal memory. Computer Interface: The digital camera does not use films . The photos can be transferred directly onto your computer by using the supplied USB cable software. You can now enjoy your photos immediately, print them or send them to your friends via the internet. Video Function: When connected to a computer, the camera functions as a web cam. It can be used to conduct a "face-to-face" conversation with images on the internet. 0-01_151EmanualR1. indd /1/0 1:51:1 PM Timer: The camera has a time delay of 10 seconds accompanied by a beep. After 10 seconds, the camera will take the photograph automatically. Continuous Shooting: In certain cases, you may wish to record a group of consecutive images. Your camera can take such succession photos. Automatic Exposure Control: The camera automatically controls exposure in poor light conditions. You no longer have to worry about aperture or shutter speed control. Automatic Shutdown: After 0 seconds of inactivity the camera automatically shuts down, reducing the consumption of batteries to a minimum. Alkaline batteries allow you to take more than 00 photographs. Applications Supplied: The camera is supplied with a powerful photo processing program that allows you to capture, save, touch up, transform, print and send your 0-01_151EmanualR1. indd /1/0 1:51:1 PM photos, in any manner that you want. It also allows you to transform the camera into a video camera and link it up to most image processing programs, network management programs and video programs used. Operating the Camera Taking Photos This is the default mode when the camera is turned on. You will hear a beep and camera takes a photo. The number displayed on the LCD screen will decrease by one. If the brightness is too low, the camera will beeps twice indicating that the photo cannot be taken. Sleep Mode The camera goes into sleep mode automatically after 0 seconds of inactivity. [. . . ] Uploading a Photo with a Resolution of 1. M Pixels A: Before uploading photos, select "Edit image" button. B: Select the "Increase Resolution" button (You can select "High Quality Mode" to get better image), then select the "OK" button to ESC. Frequently Asked Questions Here are the most commonly encountered problems: Camera will not turn on: Battery is not properly installed - Remove and reinstall the batteries. Insufficient battery voltage- Do not use old batteries or batteries with mixed battery life. 1 0-01_151EmanualR1. indd 1 /1/0 1:51:1 PM Image is blurred / out of focus: Subject is out of focal range - Ensure that there is at least 1. 5m (5 ft. ) between the camera lens and subject. Camera moved during the shot - Hold the camera steady while taking the picture. [. . . ]