User manual HOTPOINT AQ9L 09 U

[. . . ] Search for information in a listing of menu/setting items. Menu/Settings Search Search for information by keyword. Index The default setting is indicated by . Indicates cautions and limitations relevant to the correct operation of the camera. z Indicates information that is useful to know. 2GB Notes on using the camera Internal memory back up Be sure to make a backup copy to protect your data. Table of contents Notes on the battery pack · The battery pack is built into the camera. Charge the camera before using for the first time. · You can charge the battery pack even if it is not completely discharged. In addition, even if the battery pack is not fully charged, you can use the partially charged capacity of the battery pack as is. [. . . ] · Connecting the camera using a USB interface that is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2. 0 compliant) allows advanced transfer (high speed transfer), as the camera is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2. 0 compliant). · When your computer resumes activity from suspend or sleep mode, communication between the camera and your computer may not recover at the same time. 45GB Note on playback of movie files (MPEG-4 AVC/ H. 264) To play back and edit movie files (MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264) recorded by the camera on your computer, you need to install the software compatible with MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264 or the Bloggie Software. · Even in a PC environment where operations are guaranteed, images may not play back smoothly due to dropped frames, etc. Note that the imported image itself is not affected. · If you are using a notebook PC, be sure to use the PC with the AC adaptor plugged in. Sometimes normal operations are not possible due to the power savings function of the PC. Table of contents Operation Search Note · Operations are not guaranteed, even on computers fulfilling the above system requirements. For example, other open or background applications currently running may limit product performance. 46GB Menu/Settings Search Index Using the Bloggie Software Activating 1 Double-click the Bloggie Software (preloaded on the internal memory) shortcut icon on the desktop. Table of contents Operation Search On-screen items Menu/Settings Search Index A Sharing site: Drag and drop the thumbnail. B Displays the images in the "Bloggie. " C Displays imported images in the computer. (movie), (imported) · Press and hold the Ctrl key (for Windows)/command key (for Macintosh) for multiple selections. E Creates an album/Deletes images/Shares images F Imports images from the "Bloggie. " G Switches the screen display. · The actual screen items or layout may differ depending on the software version. 47GB Importing images to a computer To connect the camera to your computer, see page 45. Table of contents Windows When using the Bloggie Software See page 47. When not using the Bloggie Software When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB connection between the camera and a computer, click [Open folder to view files] t [OK] t [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT] t copy the desired images to the computer. Operation Search Menu/Settings Search Macintosh When using the Bloggie Software See page 47. When not using the Bloggie Software 1 Connect the camera to your Macintosh computer first. Double-click the newly recognized [BLOGGIE] icon t [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT] t the folder where the images you want to import are stored. The movies shot with the camera will be recorded in MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264 Main Profile, approximately 30 or 60 frames per second, Progressive, AAC LC, "MP4 format". Table of contents 1 Press the function button ([Menu]) to display the menu screen. 2 Select [Movie Size] by using v/V and the desired size by using b/B. Then press the MOVIE/ENTER button to decide. Movie Size Usage guidelines Operation Search (1920×1080 30p) (1280×720 60p) (1280×720 30p) (480×270 30p) Suitable for playback on a full high definition TV Suitable for recording fast-moving objects Menu/Settings Search Suitable for playback on a computer Suitable for faster WEB upload zProgressive playback The camera supports progressive mode*, which is used in computers, and therefore is suited for playing back images on computers. * Progressive and Interlaced modes are types of movie recording method. Progressive mode reads out all image pixels at once while Interlaced mode separates a frame into odd/even fields and reads out them alternately. 52GB Index Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. Table of contents 1 Press the function button ( 3 Select decide. ) to switch to playback mode. 2 Press the function button ([Menu]) to display the menu screen. Then press the MOVIE/ENTER button to Operation Search (This Image) (Multiple Images) Deletes the image that is being selected. Can be selected from only the index screen. 1Select an image, then press the MOVIE/ENTER button. Repeat this step for images you want to delete. If you select the image with again, will be released. 2Press the function button ([OK]). 53GB Menu/Settings Search Index Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed when playing back registered images. Table of contents 1 Press the function button ( ) to switch to playback mode. 2 Press the function button ([Menu]) to display the menu screen. [. . . ] This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases may be irreparable. Table of contents Operation Search On carrying Menu/Settings Search Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the camera in the back pocket of your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera. On cleaning Cleaning the lens Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. Do not use any of the following as they may damage the finish or the casing. ­ Chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide, etc. ­ Do not touch the camera with any of the above on your hand. [. . . ]