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Page 1: User Manual
Digital Camera G Series : G5WP User Manual Preparations Basic operation Camera function controls Playback Using the Menus Camera connectivity Appendix... -
Page 2: Warning
WARNING Do not expose the camera battery pack or other accessories to rain or humidity to prevent fire hazard or electric shock. For customers in the U.S.A. Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
• Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the batteries. • Use GE charger in the package to charge the lithium battery only (for E and J series). Keep the batteries out of reach of babies and small children. -
Page 4: Precautions Of Waterproof Funciton
• The camera has JIS/IEC waterproof grade 8 (IPX8) and JIS/IEC dustproof grade 6 (IPX6). (It is tested according to GE testing condition, but no guarantee to say there is no damage or failure happened at all). • The accessories included with the camera have no waterproof function. -
Page 5: Before You Start
BEFORE YOU START Preface Thank you for purchasing a GE digital camera. Please read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference. Copyright © Copyright 2010 General Imaging Company All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted,... -
Page 6: About This Manual
About this manual This manual provides you with instructions on how to use your GE digital camera. Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual are accurate, but General Imaging Company reserves the right to make changes without notice. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS WARNING ... i SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... ii Precautions of Waterproof Funciton ... iii BEFORE YOU START ... 1 Preface ...1 Copyright ...1 Trademarks ...1 Safety information ...1 About this manual ...2 Symbols used in this manual...2 CONTENTS ... 3 GETTING READY ... - Page 8 Size ... 24 Color ... 25 USING THE MODES ...26 LCD Screen display ... 26 Still shooting mode display ... 26 Video shooting mode display ... 28 Playback mode display ... 29 Auto Scene mode (ASCN) ... 30 Landscape Mode ... 31 Portrait mode ...
- Page 9 PLAYBACK ...40 Viewing photos and videos ... 40 Using zoom on playback (for still pictures only) ... 42 Using the Delete button ... 43 USING THE MENUS ...44 Still menu ... 44 AF mode (Auto-Focus mode) ... 45 AF-assist beam ... 45 Continuous AF...
- Page 10 Date/Time ... 62 Language ... 62 File Numbering ... 63 Copy to Card (Copy internal memory to memory card)... 63 Reset Settings ... 64 FW Version (Firmware version) ... 64 Video system ... 65 CONNECTIONS ...66 Connecting to a PC ... 66 Setting the USB mode ...
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Page 11: Getting Ready
GETTING READY Unpacking Your package should contain the camera model you purchased along with the following items. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, please contact your vendor. Rechargeable Lithium- ion battery Battery charger Warranty card Quick start guide USB cable CD-ROM Wrist strap... -
Page 12: Camera Views
Camera views Front View Back View 12.2 G5WP megapixel Right View... -
Page 13: Bottom View
Top View AF Assist/Timer Indicator Flash Lamp Lens Microphone Left View LCD Screen Status Indicator Zoom Button Mode Selection Button Menu Button Playback Button Disp/Up Button Flash Mode/Right Button Bottom View Delete Button/Down Button Face Detection/Left button Function/OK Button Speaker Wrist Strap Shutter Button Power Button... -
Page 14: Charging The Battery
Charging the battery 1. Place the battery into the charger as shown. 2. Plug the one end of the connecting cable (plug adapter) into the charger base (the plug adapter may vary in different countries, please subject to the actual object). 3. -
Page 15: Inserting The Battery
Insert the Battery and SD/SDHC Card (not included) 1. Open the battery compartment. Battery cover Latch 2. Insert the battery while observing the correct polarity. Use the side of battery to press down the stopper as shown, allowing the battery to be inserted properly. 11 11... - Page 16 3. Insert an SD/SDHC card (not included) into the memory 4. Close the battery compartment. card slot as shown. Write- protection buckle G5WP 12.2 megapixel 12 12...
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Page 17: Turning On And Off
Battery capacity decreases with usage. Optional SD/SDHC cards are not included. The use of 64MB to 16GB memory cards from recognized manufacturers such as SanDisk, Panasonic and Toshiba is recommended for reliable data storage. To remove the SD/SDHC card, open the battery compartment and gently push the card downward to release it. -
Page 18: Using The Mode Button
Using the Mode Button The GE camera provides a convenient Mode Button that allows you to switch between different modes with ease. Press Left/Right button to choose the mode, press Mode Name Icon Auto mode Switch to take still pictures in automatic mode. -
Page 19: Setting Date/Time And Language
Setting date/time and language To set the language, date, and time, go to the following setup options in the Setup menu. • Date / Time • Display language To access the Setup menu, do the following: 1. Press Power to turn the camera on. 2. -
Page 20: Setting The Language
Setting the Language 1. Use the Up/Down button to go to the Language on the Camera Setup 2. Then press the Right button to enter the setting. 2. Use the Left/Right buttons to select the desired language. 3. Press the button to confirm the setting. -
Page 21: About The Lcd Screen
About the LCD screen When you turn the camera on, various icons are shown on the LCD screen to indicate the current camera settings and status. To learn more about the displayed icons, see “LCD Screen display” on page 26. LCD Screen notes: High-precision technology had been used to manufacture the LCD screen so that most of the pixels are operational for... -
Page 22: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION Shooting in Auto mode Auto mode is the easiest mode to take photos. While operating in this mode, the camera automatically optimizes your photos for best results. To start shooting, do the following: 1. Press Power to turn the camera on. 2. -
Page 23: Using The Flash
Using the flash Press the Right/Flash button to go to the flash setting menu. Press Up/Down button to switch between the six flash modes. • Flash: Auto Camera flash fires automatically based on existing light conditions. • Flash: Red-eye reduction The camera fires a brief flash before the picture is taken to reduce red-eye effects. -
Page 24: Using Macro Mode
Using Macro mode In Macro Mode, you can capture subject details at close range; press the Left/Right button to go to the Macro Mode after getting into the setting menu by pressing the Right/Flash button. Switch between Macro and Macro Off by pressing the Up/Down button. -
Page 25: Advanced Function Menu (Quick Menu Setup)
Advanced function menu (Quick menu setup) WB (White Balance) The white balance allows user to adjust the color temperature under different light source to ensure faithful color reproduction. (The WB setting is only available when the camera is in the Manual mode). -
Page 26: Iso
The ISO function allows you to set the sensitivity of the camera sensor based on the brightness of the scene. To improve the performance in darker environments, a higher ISO value is required. On the other hand, a lower ISO value is needed when in bright conditions. -
Page 27: Quality
Quality The quality setting adjusts the compression ratio of the images. Higher quality settings give better photos, but will take up more memory space. To set the image quality, do the following: button to enter the Function menu. 1. Press the 2. -
Page 28: Size
Size The size setting refers to the image resolution in pixels. A higher image resolution allows you to print that image in larger sizes without degrading the image quality. To set the image size, do the following: button to enter the Function menu. 1. -
Page 29: Color
Color The color setting allows you to add artistic effects directly when taking shots. You can try different color tones to alter the mood of your pictures. (The Color setting is only available when the camera is in the Manual mode). To set the image color, do the following: button to enter the Function menu. -
Page 30: Using The Modes
USING THE MODES LCD Screen display Still shooting mode display Mode: 1 Shooting Mode Icons 9999+ 2 Continuous AF 3 AF mode 4 Expo Metering 9999+ 5 Remaining number of pictures 6 Memory card/built-in memory Manual mode Auto mode ASCN mode Scene mode Underwater Panorama mode... - Page 31 7 Battery status 8 WT ratio (displayed only when zoom is activated) 9 Zoom 10 Histogram 11 Picture color (adjustable only in 12 Image size 13 Image quality 14 ISO value (adjustable only in Manual Mode) 15 White balance (adjustable only in 16 Focus frame 17 Slow shutter warning icon 18 Continuous shot...
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Page 32: Video Shooting Mode Display
Video shooting mode display Mode : 1 Shooting Mode icons 2 Self-timer 3 Expo Metering Spot Center AiAE 4 Macro Mode 5 Exposure 6 Remaining time for video recording 7 Memory card/built-in memory 8 Battery status 9 WT ratio (displayed only when zoom is activated) 00:99:59 10 Zoom 11 Video resolution... -
Page 33: Playback Mode Display
Playback mode display Mode: 100-0079 F2.8 1/125 ISO800 '09 10/01 07:59 0079 / 9999+ 1 Play Mode icon 2 File protection icon 3 Picture file icon 4 DPOF file icon 5 Picture number 6 Memory card/built-in memory 7 Battery status 8 Histogram 9 Memory space (this picture/total number of pictures) 10 White balance... -
Page 34: Auto Scene Mode (Ascn)
Auto Scene mode (ASCN) In the "ASCN" mode, different recording conditions are detected intelligently and the most suitable settings will be automatically selected. With "ASCN" you can always take good pictures easily. To use "ASCN" 1. Press the button, select "ASCN" with the Left/Right mode button, and the LCD screen will show the figures as below. -
Page 35: Landscape Mode
Landscape Mode For landscapes, ASCN will automatically adjust the exposure to match the background. Portrait mode For portraits, ASCN will automatically adjust the exposure and skin tones to give clear pictures. Night Portrait When you shoot portraits at night, or in low light conditions, ASCN will automatically adjust the exposure for people and night scenes. -
Page 36: Scene Mode (Scn)
Manual Scene mode (SCN) In Manual Scene mode, you can select from a total of 14 scene types to match your needs. You just need to select the right scene for the occasion and the camera will automatically adjust to the optimal settings for you. Press the button, select the Scene Mode menu with the mode... -
Page 37: Snow
Snow For snow scenes.Reproduce natural and clear white scenes. Fireworks For fireworks at night.Slow shutter speed adjusted for brilliant images. Museum For museum or flash-free area. Retain color and reduce blur. Night landscape For night scenes. Use of tripod is recommended. Portrait For portraits. -
Page 38: Underwater Movie Mode
1. After selecting the scene type, press the activate. 2. To select a different scene type, press the to enter the main function menu. Then press it again to return to the to Scene selection menu. The main function menu also allows you to adjust the image quality and image size. -
Page 39: Underwater Picture Mode
Underwater picture mode When you are in the water, you can select Underwater Picture Mode in the Mode Selection menu to take pictures under water. Press the button, select Underwater Picture Mode mode with the Left/Right button, and press the confirmation. - Page 40 3. Use the Left/Right buttons to specify the direction of picture taking, and then in 2 seconds the panoramic sequence will commence automatically. 4. Compose the first view of the panoramic picture on the LCD screen and press the Shutter button to capture. 5.
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Page 41: Face Detection
Face Detection The Face Detection mode will detect faces of persons during picture shooting so that the faces will be clearer. 1. In Shooting Mode, press the Left/Face Detection button to turn on the Face Detection and an icon ( the LCD. -
Page 42: Smile Detection
Smile Detection With the camera's new "Smile Detection" feature, which automatically detects and captures a person smiling, you'll never miss a smile. 1. In Shooting Mode, press the Left/Face Detection button to turn on Smile Detection and an icon ( LCD. -
Page 43: Blink Detection
Blink Detection The Blink Detection feature is on by default, and after taking each photo, a warning message will pop up if a blink had been detected in the photo. 1. In photography modes, press the button Photo menu. 2. Switch between different Photo Setup menus and Camera Setup menus using the Left/Right button, and select the “Blink Detection”... -
Page 44: Playback
PLAYBACK Viewing photos and videos To view the captured photos and video clips on the LCD screen: 1. Press button to go to the Playback mode. The last recorded photo or video clip is displayed. 2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through the photos or video clips stored in the internal memory or memory card. - Page 45 During video playback, you can press the Up/Down button to adjust the volume. The operating instruction icons are as follows. Pause Rewind Fast Forward First Frame Thumbnail view When in Playback mode, press the Zoom button at the Wide position ( video clips on the screen.
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Page 46: Using Zoom On Playback (For Still Pictures Only)
Using zoom playback (for still pictures only) The zoom buttons can also be used during playback. This allows you to magnify photos up to (2~8)X. 1. Press button to go to the Playback mode. 2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to select a photo to magnify. -
Page 47: Using The Delete Button
Using the Delete button In Playback Mode, you can press the Down/Delete button to delete pictures or videos. To delete pictures or videos: 1. Press button to go to the Playback Mode. 2. Select a picture or video clip you want to delete with the Left/Right button. -
Page 48: Using The Menus
USING THE MENUS Still menu Mode: In any of the above Still Modes, press the the Still menu. To adjust each setting: 1. In the Still menu, switch between different Photo Setup or Camera Setup pages using the Left/Right button, to select the page with the function you want to adjust and press the Down button. -
Page 49: Af Mode (Auto-Focus Mode)
AF mode (Auto-Focus mode) Use this setting to control the auto-focus mechanism while taking pictures. Two options are available: • Single-AF: The focus frame appears on the center of the LCD screen to focus on the subject. • Multi-AF: The camera automatically focuses the subject in a wide area to find the focus point. -
Page 50: Continuous Af
Continuous AF After Continuous AF is turned on, the camera will adjust focus automatically in response to any camera or subject move- ment. Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) Use this setting to select an area for the exposure to be obtained. Three options are available: •... -
Page 51: Continuous Shot
Continuous shot Use this setting to perform continuous shooting. Once in this mode, you must continuously hold down the Shutter button to use this function. Four options are available: • Unlimited: Press and hold the shutter to shoot continu- ously until you release the shutter or when the memory card has run out of space. -
Page 52: Date Imprint
Date Imprint Include a date/time stamp in the photo image. • Off • Date • Date / time Quick Review This setting refers to the quick photo review immediately after taking a picture. The picture stays on the LCD screen for an adjustable period of time. -
Page 53: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom Use this setting to enable or disable the digital zoom function. When disabled, only the optical zoom is enabled. Digital Zoom indicator • Off: gray color. • On: reddish color. Slow Shutter In Slow shutter mode, the shutter will remain open as long as the shutter button is pressed. -
Page 54: Blink Detection
Blink Detection The Blink Detection feature is on by default, and after taking each photo, a warning message will pop up if a blink was detected in the photo. • Off • On 50 50... -
Page 55: Movie Menu
Movie menu Mode: In any of the above Movie Modes, press the to the corresponding Movie menu. To configure each setting: 1. In the Movie menu, switch between the Movie Setup or different Camera Setup pages using the Left/Right button, select the page with the function you want to adjust and press the Down button. -
Page 56: Continuous Af
Continuous AF After Continuous AF is turned on, the camera will adjust focus automatically in response to any camera or subject movement. 52 52 Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) Set metering mode for various lighting conditions. Three options are available: • Spot •... -
Page 57: Playback Menu
Playback menu Mode : button to enter the Play- In Playback mode, press the back menu. Please refer to the following sections for detailed instructions on the various menu options. Protect To prevent any pictures or videos from being accidentally erased, use this setting to lock one or all of the files. -
Page 58: Delete
3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select One to protect this picture/video, or select All to protect all pictures/videos in the internal memory or memory card. Then press the Right navigation button to enter the submenu. 4. Use Up/Down button to select Yes, press lock the displayed photo or image (press to unlock), press Up/Down button to select Return to return to the Playing menu. -
Page 59: Dpof (Digital Print Order Format)
• Delete All: 1. On the Delete setting, select Delete All and then press the Right button. 2. Using the Up/Down buttons, select Yes (to delete all files) or No (to cancel and return to the previous menu). The “ ” indicator means a file is protected. File protection must be removed first before a file can be deleted. Deleting files will cause DPOF settings to be reset. -
Page 60: Trim
Trim The Trim setting allows you select an area of the photo you want to keep and then save it as a new photo. To trim a picture: 1. Select the Trim setting from the Playback menu. 2. Using the Left/Right buttons, locate the photo that you want to crop and have it displayed on the LCD. -
Page 61: Rotate
3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select a resolution (1024X768 or 640X480) to resize the image or Back to cancel and return to the Playback menu. 4. Press the button to confirm the setting. Resizing an image creates a new file that contains the image in the size you select. -
Page 62: Slideshow
Slideshow This setting allows you to view all the stored pictures as a slideshow. 1. Select the Slideshow setting from the Playback menu. 2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Effect, Interval time, or Repeat and use the Left/Right navigation buttons to adjust the setting. -
Page 63: Setup Menu
Setup menu Mode : The Setup menu for the camera is available in all modes. Each menu page can be selected by pressing the switching between menus with the Left/Right button. To adjust the settings: 1. Select the menu page with the function you want to adjust and press the Down button. -
Page 64: Beep
Beep Use this setting to adjust the volume of beep when buttons are pressed and change the tones for shutter, buttons, self-timer, and power-on/power-off. To change this setting: 1. Select the Beep setting from the Setup menu as described previously. 2. -
Page 65: Lcd Brightness
LCD Brightness Use this setting to adjust the brightness of your LCD screen. 1. Select the LCD Brightness setting from the Setup menu as described previously. 2. Select auto or adjust the brightness level using the Left/Right button, and press the setting. -
Page 66: World Time
• Turn off the LCD: 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min, and off. • Turn off the camera: 3 min, 5 min, 10 min, and off. 4. Press the button to confirm. Zone The Zone setting is a useful function on your overseas trips. This feature enables you to display the local time on the LCD screen while you are overseas. -
Page 67: File Numbering
File Numbering After you take a picture or video clip, the camera will save it as file that ends with a serial number. You can use this item to choose whether the file is serially numbered or begins with 1 and is saved in another folder on the memory card. -
Page 68: Reset Settings
1. Select the FW Version setting from the Setup menu as described previously. 2. If SD card contains a new version of firmware, please upgrade accordingly as necessary. To update to the latest firmware version, you can go to the following website: http://www.ge.com/ digitalcameras. -
Page 69: Video System
Video System Use this setting to determine your video system in the current area. 1. Select the Video System setting from the Setup menu as described previously. 2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select NTSC or PAL. Then press the button to confirm. -
Page 70: Connections
CONNECTIONS Connecting to a PC Use the USB cable and ArcSoft software (CD-ROM) supplied with your camera to copy (transfer) pictures to a computer. Setting the USB mode Since the camera’s USB port can be set to connect with either a PC or a Printer, the following steps will allow you to ensure that the camera is correctly configured to connect with a PC. - Page 71 By using the USB cable, you can transfer the captured photos and videos to a PC. Follow the steps below to connect the camera to a PC. 1. Start a computer to which ArcSoft software has been installed. 2. Make sure both the camera and PC are turned on. 3.
- Page 72 Windows operating system (Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7.) Click the [Safely remove the hardware] icon and remove the USB connector according to the appeared menu. Macintosh Drag the untitled icon to the Trash. ("Untitled") 68 68...
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Page 73: Connecting To A Pictbridge Compatible Printer
Connecting to a PictBridge compatible printer PictBridge allows printing images from a memory card in a digital camera directly to a printer, regardless of brand. To find out if a printer is PictBridge compatible, simply look for the PictBridge logo on the packaging or check the manual for specifications.With the PictBridge function on... -
Page 74: Connecting The Camera And Printer
Connecting the camera and printer. 1. Make sure both the camera and printer are turned on. 2. Connect one end of the supplied USB cable to the USB port on your camera. 3. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB port on the printer. -
Page 75: Using The Pictbridge Menu
Using the PictBridge menu After setting the USB mode to Printer, the PictBridge menu appears. Select a menu item with the Up/Down button and press the Right button or button to enter the item. Refer to the following sections for more detailed information on each setting. -
Page 76: Print Without Date
3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select the number of prints for the current displayed photo. 4. Press the button and the following screen appears. 5. Select Yes to confirm printing, or No to cancel. Then press button. Print without date Use this setting to print the photos without dates on them. -
Page 77: Print Index
5. Select Yes to confirm printing, or No to cancel. Then press button. Print index You can use this setting to print all indexes to show all the photos currently in your camera. 1. Select Print index from the PictBridge menu. The following screen appears. -
Page 78: Print Dpof
Print DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) To use DPOF printing, you must make the selection of photos for printing using the DPOF settings before hand. See “DPOF” section on page 55. 1. Select Print DPOF from the PictBridge menu. The follow- ing screen appears. -
Page 79: Appendices
APPENDICES Specifications : G5WP Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Effective Image Sensor Pixels Image Sensor Focal Length F = 35mm film equivalent F number Lens Construction Optical Zoom Focusing Range Anti-Handshake Digital Zoom 12.2 Megapixels 12.4 Megapixels [1/2.3” (CCD)] 6.75mm (Wide) ~ 27mm (Tele) 38mm (Wide) ~ 152mm (Tele) F3.5 (Wide) ~ F5.15 (Tele) - Page 80 Number of Still Image Recording Movie Pixels Image Compression DCF, DPOF (Ver1.1) Support Still Image File Format Movie Shooting Modes Smile Detection Blink Detection Face-Detection Red-eye Removal 12MP, 10MP(3:2), 9MP(16:9), 8MP, 5MP, 3MP, 0.3MP 720x480pixels: 30fps/15fps, 320x240pixels: 30fps/15fps Best, Fine, Normal Exif 2.2 (JPEG) Quick Time Motion JPEG, Audio: G.711 [Monaural] Auto, Manual, Auto-Scene, Scene (Sport, Indoor, Snow, Fireworks, Museum, Night...
- Page 81 Pan-Capture Panorama Supports underwater recording Supports underwater shooting LCD Display ISO Sensitivity AF Method Light Metering Method Exposure Control Method Exposure Compensation Shutter Speed Continuous Shooting Playback Modes White Balance Control 2.7 inch (230,400 pixels) LTPS (low-temperature polycrystalline silicon) TFT color Auto, ISO64/100/200/400/800/1600 Single AF, Multi-AF (TTL 9-point), AF Assist Light (On/Off) Artificial Intelligence AE (AiAE), Center-weighted Average, Spot (Fixed to center of...
- Page 82 Internal Flash (Shooting Range) Recording Media Other Features Jacks Power Shooting Capability (Battery Performance) Operation Environment Dimensions (W x H x D) Mass 78 78 Auto/Red-Eye Reduction/Forced Flash/No Flash/Slow Synchro/Red-Eye Reduction+Slow Synchro Gno. 5.5 EV (ISO 100) Shooting Range Wide: Approx. 0.5m~4.4m / Tele: Approx. 0.8m ~ 3.0m (ISO 800) Internal Memory: 16MB SD Card/SDHC Card (Up to 16GB support) PictBridge, ExifPrint Support, Multi-language Support...
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Page 83: Error Messages
Error messages Messages No card Card error Card full Write protect Picture error No picture Lens error System error Image cannot be saved Out of the range Explanation • The memory card is not inserted. • The memory card is not formatted. •... - Page 84 Messages Card is not formatted, format? This image cannot be deleted Cannot record movie Warning!! Camera recording, please wait. Warning!! Battery exhausted. This file cannot be played back No connection Print error Cannot print 80 80 Explanation • Confirm whether the memory card should be formatted. •...
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Page 85: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Camera does not turn on. Camera turns off suddenly during operation. The picture is blurred. Images and video files cannot be saved. Possible causes • The battery has run out. • The battery is not inserted cor- rectly. •... - Page 86 Problem No picture is taken when pressing the shutter button. Images cannot print from the con- nected printer. Possible causes • The memory card is full. • No available space to store the files. • The mode dial is in Playback mode. •...
- Page 87 Printed in China © 2010 General Imaging Company...