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Hitachi HDC-530E Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 HDC-530E 1.8"...

  • Page 2: Fcc Statement

    FCC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 3: Read This First

    READ THIS FIRST Trademark Information Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. ® ® Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. ® Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. is a trademark. Photo Explorer and Photo Express are trademarks. Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    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 batteries and the AC power adapter. Continued use in this state 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 batteries and the AC power adapter.
  • Page 5 Cautions Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals. Inserting the batteries 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.

  • Page 6: Notes On Battery Usage

    Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the battery performance. Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........8 PHOTOGRAPHY MODE........23 Package Contents..........9 Shooting Images - The Basics......23 Setting Image Resolution and Quality ....24 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA....10 Using the Zoom Function........25 Front View............10 Using the Flash..........26 Rear View............
  • Page 8 PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS..... 36 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION....56 Viewing Images ..........36 Installing Photo Explorer........56 Magnifying Images .......... 37 Installing Photo Express........57 Thumbnail Display .......... 38 USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA...58 Slideshow Display ........... 39 Step 1: Install the PC camera driver....58 Resizing an Image ...........

  • Page 9: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the new digital camera! Equipped with a 5.0 Megapixels CCD sensor, your camera delivers good quality, 2560 x 1920 resolution images. Other features provided by the camera include the following: 5.0 Megapixels USB connection (USB 1.1 compliant) A high-resolution CCD sensor provides 5.0 Still images, video clips, or voice recording files megapixels for good quality of images.

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    Package Contents Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is missing or if you find any mismatch or damage, promptly contact your dealer. Common Product Components: Digital Camera AV Cable User’s Manual Camera Strap...

  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Camera

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View 1. Shutter button 6. Mode dial 2. Flash 7. Self-timer LED 3. Microphone 8. Viewfinder window 4. Lens 9. PC (USB) / AV Out terminal 5. Power button 10.DC in 3V terminal EN-10...

  • Page 12: Rear View

    Rear View 1. Viewfinder Zoom in (telephoto) button 9. LCD monitor Rec-play button Arrow button (Up) Menu button Arrow button (Right) Delete button 5. OK / (Display) button Self-timer button 6. Tripod socket Arrow button (Down) Arrow button (Left) Zoom out (wide-angle) button Flash button Thumbnail button 14.

  • Page 13: Mode Dial

    Mode Dial You can select from seven shooting modes and setup mode according to shooting conditions to achieve the desired effect. Mode Description Power button Press to turn on/off the power. Program Select this mode to permit the shutter speed and aperture to be set manually.

  • Page 14: Lcd Monitor Information

    LCD Monitor Information Camera Mode 1. Mode indication SUNSET [ A ] Auto Mode 1.5x 2004.09.17 TUNGSTEN ] Setup Mode ] Video Mode FLUORESCENT ] Landscape Mode 9. Capture mode indicator ] Status of internal memory SINGLE ] Program Mode ] Status of SD memory card ] Sports Mode BURST...
  • Page 15 Video Mode 1. Video mode 00:33 2. Recordable movie time available 3. SD memory card indicator (if present) 4. Battery power indicator 5. Focus area Image Playback 1. Playback mode 100-0001 2. SD memory card indicator (if present) 1280X960 SIZE 3.

  • Page 16: Preparing The Camera

    PREPARING THE CAMERA Installing the Batteries (Optional Accessory) You can use 2 AA size batteries to power the camera. Make sure that the power of the digital camera is off before inserting or removing the batteries. 1. Make sure the camera is turned off. 2.

  • Page 17: Using The Ac Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)

    Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory) Use of the AC power adapter is recommended if you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the camera to a PC. 1. Make sure your camera is turned off. 2.

  • Page 18: Inserting And Removing An Sd Memory Card (Optional Accessory)

    Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory) The digital camera comes with 12MB of internal memory, allowing you to store captured still images or video clips in the digital camera. Moreover, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store more files.

  • Page 19: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Attaching the Camera Strap Attach the strap as shown in the illustration. LED Indicators Indicator State Description/Activity LED indicator Solid red The digital camera is powering up. Solid green The digital camera is ready to record images (or movies). LED indicator Blinking green USB communication/transfer in progress LED indicator...

  • Page 20: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Turning the Power On/Off Press the button until the digital camera turns on. To turn the power off, press the button again. Choosing the Screen Language When the camera is turned on for the first time, a language-selection screen will be displayed in the monitor.

  • Page 21: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Follow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing BASIC CUSTOM button. DATE & TIME Y/M/D 2. Press to select the [CUSTOM] menu.

  • Page 22: Formatting An Sd Memory Card Or Internal Memory

    Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory The term “Formatting” means preparing an “SD Memory Card” to record images; this process is also called “initialization”. This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and data.

  • Page 23: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor Your camera is equipped with a 1.8" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, replay recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and numbers displayed on the monitor may very according to the current settings. 1.

  • Page 24: Photography Mode

    PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Shooting Images - The Basics 1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main subject is within the focus frame. 3.

  • Page 25: Setting Image Resolution And Quality

    Setting Image Resolution and Quality As you get to know the digital camera, you can set the image resolution (number of vertical and horizontal pixels) and image quality (compression ratio) based on the types of images you want to shoot. These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in memory, or on a memory card.

  • Page 26: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function This camera is equipped with 3x optical zoom. The lens moves during the optical zoom photography, allowing you to capture telephoto and wide-angle shots. By using the optical zoom function; images appear closer by pressing the button, or smaller away by pressing the button.

  • Page 27: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. You can take an image using a desired flash mode to suit your circumstances. 1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , 2.

  • Page 28: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you should either mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, level surface. 1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface. 2.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Exposure (Ev Compensation)

    Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation) You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the digital camera. Use this mode when the proper exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (different between light and dark) between the subject and the background is extremely large. The EV compensation value can be set in the range from –2.0EV to +2.0EV.

  • Page 30: Setting White Balance

    Setting White Balance This feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types according to your shooting conditions. 1. Rotate the mode dial to P , PICTURE FUNCTION AE/AWB 2. Press the button to turn on the power. EXPOSURE +0.7 3.

  • Page 31: Using The Mode Dial

    USING THE MODE DIAL Auto Mode A (Auto) mode is the simplest way which allows you to take still pictures without having to set special functions or manual adjustments. The camera sets the optimal focusing and exposure. 1. Rotate the mode dial to A mode and turn your camera on by pressing the button.

  • Page 32: Portrait Mode

    Portrait Mode Select this mode to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus. 1. Rotate the mode dial to mode and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. 3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. 1.5x 2004.09.17 Landscape Mode...

  • Page 33: Sport Mode

    Sports Mode This mode allows you to shoot fast moving objects. 1. Rotate the mode dial to mode and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. 3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. 1.5x 2004.09.17 Night Mode...

  • Page 34: Advanced Shooting

    ADVANCED SHOOTING Burst This mode is used for continuous shooting. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. 1. Rotate the mode dial to P , and turn your PICTURE FUNCTION camera on by pressing the button. AUTO 2.

  • Page 35: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb)

    Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. AEB settings can be combined with exposure compensation settings to extend the adjustment range. 1.

  • Page 36: Selecting The Metering Mode

    Selecting the Metering Mode You can select the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1. Rotate the mode dial to P , and turn your camera on by pressing the button. PICTURE FUNCTION 2.

  • Page 37: Playback Mode - The Basics

    PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS Viewing Images You can display the still images you have just captured at a time. 1. Press the button to turn on the camera. 2. Press the (Playback) button. 100-0001 The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 1280X960 SIZE 3.

  • Page 38: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you to view fine details. The zoom factor displayed on the screen shows the current magnification ratio. 1. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 39: Thumbnail Display

    Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may search for a particular image. 1. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the button once.

  • Page 40: Slideshow Display

    Slideshow Display The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This is very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentations. 1. Press the (Playback) button. PLAYBACK The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. DELETE 2.

  • Page 41: Resizing An Image

    Resizing an Image You can change the image size of a captured image to one of the following sizes: 2560 x 1920 pixel, 2048 x 1536 pixel, 1280 x 960 pixel and 640 x 480 pixel. 1. Press the (Playback) button. PLAYBACK The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 42: Video Mode

    VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips with sound via built-in microphone. 1. Rotate the mode dial to mode and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Press the shutter button to start recording. 3.

  • Page 43: Playing Back Video Clips

    Playing Back Video Clips You can play back recorded video clips. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during the video playback. 1. Press the (Playback) button. 2. Use to go through the images until the video clip you 100-0001 want to play back is displayed.

  • Page 44: Playback Mode - Advanced Features

    PLAYBACK MODE – ADVANCED FEATURES Playing Back Still Images/Video Clips on TV You can also playback your images on a TV screen. Before connecting to any device, make sure to select NTSC/PAL system to match the video output system of the video equipment you are going to connect to the digital camera, then turn all connected devices off.

  • Page 45: Deleting Images/Video Clips

    Deleting Images/Video Clips Use this function to delete one or all images/video clips stored in the internal memory or memory card. Please note that the deleted images or video clips cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before deleting a file. To delete the latest single image/video clip 1.

  • Page 46: Protecting Images/Video Clips

    Protecting Images/Video Clips Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. 1. Press the (Playback) button. PLAYBACK The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. DELETE SLIDE SHOW 2. In (Playback) mode, use to select the desired images. SLIDE SHOW PROTECT...

  • Page 47: Setting The Dpof

    Setting the DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory card. By using DPOF, you can select an image to be printed and then specify how many prints or which image you would like. Take your memory card to a DPOF enabled printer that accepts memory cards. The DPOF/ card-compatible printer will read the embedded information on the memory card and print your images as specified.
  • Page 48 Step Figure Procedure ONE IMAGE to select by your preference, then press the button. QUANTITY DATE [QUANTITY]: Allows you to select image quantity (0~10). Use RETURN set the image quantity. [DATE]: The date of recording can be printed directly on the images. Press the button to choose [YES] or [NO] with ONE IMAGE...

  • Page 49: Connecting To A Pictbridge Compliant Printer (Optional Function)

    Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer (Optional Function) Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF support also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed.
  • Page 50 Step Figure Procedure to access in the selection of paper setting, then press the PRINT PAPER SIZE STANDARD button to confirm. BORDERLESS STANDARD [SIZE]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used. SELECT: SET: [BORDERLESS]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used.
  • Page 51 Step Figure Procedure to select [PRINT], then press the button to confirm. PRINT PRINT * The TRANSFERRING screen is displayed. CANCEL SET: SELECT: This starts printing and displays the message “TRANSFERRING” on the monitor screen.The message will disappear after the printing finished. T R A N S F E R R I N G CANCEL : * To cancel printing:...
  • Page 52 Procedure Step Figure to access in the selection of paper setting, then press the PRINT PAPER button to print. SIZE STANDARD BORDERLESS STANDARD [SIZE]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used. SET: SELECT: [BORDERLESS]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used.

  • Page 53: Transferring Files From Your Digital Camera To Computer

    TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA TO COMPUTER After using USB cable to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to share recorded images or video clips with your family or friends via e-mail or post them on the Web.

  • Page 54: Step 1: Install The Usb Driver

    Step 1: Install the USB driver Installation on Windows 98 & 98SE The USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows 98 and 98SE. Windows 2000/ME/XP users need not install the USB driver. 1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 2.

  • Page 55: Step 2: Connect The Digital Camera To Your Computer

    Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing button. 2. Press to select the [CUSTOM] menu, then use to select [USB]. PRINT 3. Use to select [PC], then press the button.

  • Page 56: Step 3: Download Images Or Video Clips

    Step 3: Download images or video clips When the digital camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be a disk drive, just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying them from the “Removable disk”...

  • Page 57: Editing Software Installation

    EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Installing Photo Explorer Ulead Photo Explorer provides a simple and efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute ® digital media. Acquire photos, video or sound clips from various digital device types and easily browse or add personal descriptions; make timely modifications; or distribute the media through the medium of your choice: E-mail, Print, Slideshow Presentations.

  • Page 58: Installing Photo Express

    Installing Photo Express Ulead Photo Express is complete photo project software for digital images. The step-by-step workflow, ® visual program interface, and in-program help assist users in creating exciting photo projects. Acquire digital photos effortlessly from digital cameras or scanners. Organize them conveniently with the Visual Browse mode.

  • Page 59: Using The Digital Camera As A Pc Camera

    USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your digital camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference with business associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the digital camera for videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below: Microphone Sound card...

  • Page 60: Step 2: Connect The Digital Camera To Your Computer

    Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing button. 2. Press to select the [CUSTOM] menu, then use to select [USB]. PRINT 3. Use to select [PC CAM.], then press the button.

  • Page 61: Menu Options

    MENU OPTIONS Camera Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. PICTURE FUNCTION PICTURE FUNCTION PICTURE FUNCTION AE/AWB AUTO AUTO IMAGE SIZE IMAGE SIZE EXPOSURE +0.7 QUALITY QUALITY W.BALANCE AUTO FOCUS SHARPNESS COLOR 1 / 4 1 / 3 1 / 3...
  • Page 62 Item Functional Description FOCUS You can take images with the distance to the subject set by auto focus, macro or infinity. AUTO MACRO INFINITY CAPTURE Sets the recording method at the time of taking pictures. MODE SINGLE BURST In P , Mode PICTURE Item...
  • Page 63 PICTURE Item Functional Description COLOR Sets the color of the image that will be captured. FULL COLOR BLACK & WHITE SEPIA SATURATION To capture an image, your camera offers you three different degrees of color to match with your preference. Your images will demonstrate different impression by selecting different degrees of color.
  • Page 64 AE/AWB Item Functional Description EXPOSURE Sets to obtain the correct exposure when the subject is much brighter or darker than the background. The EV compensation value can be set in the range from –2.0EV to +2.0EV. W. BALANCE Sets the white balance photographing under a variety of lighting conditions and permits photographs to be taken that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye.

  • Page 65: Video Menu

    Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. VIDEO COLOR FULL COLOR COLOR BLACK & WHITE SEPIA 1 / 3 SET : SET : EXIT : EXIT : 1 / 1 1. Rotate the mode dial to mode and turn your camera on.

  • Page 66: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu In the (Playback) menu, set which settings are to be used for playback. PLAYBACK RESIZE DPOF DPOF COPY TO CARD COPY SET : EXIT : 5 / 7 1. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2.
  • Page 67 Item Functional Description QUALITY Change to set the desired quality (compression rate) at which the image is captured. CHANGE FINE NORMAL ECONOMY RESIZE Changes the size of a recorded image. 2560x1920 2048x1536 1280x960 640x480 DPOF Allows you to select the desired pictures to be printed and set the number of prints and date displayed in DPOF format.

  • Page 68: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu This feature allows you to set up the default settings by preference for using your camera. BASIC CUSTOM BASIC CUSTOM BASIC CUSTOM RESET NUMBER LOUDER DATE & TIME Y/M/D Y/M/D NTSC 3 MIN. DATE IMPRINT NTSC POWER OFF FORMAT LANGUAGE ENGLISH...
  • Page 69 Item Functional Description SET TO Returns all basic settings to the digital camera’s default settings. The time DEFAULT setting will not be reset. * YES / NO RESET Set whether or not to reset the file number when you take photographs. This NUMBER creates a new folder.
  • Page 70 CUSTOM settings Item Functional Description DATE & TIME This sets the date and the time. Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details. * Y/M/D Y/M/D * D/M/Y * M/D/Y Sets video output system of the video equipment that you are going to connect to the camera.

  • Page 71: Connecting The Digital Camera To Other Devices

    CONNECTING THE DIGITAL CAMERA TO OTHER DEVICES EN-70...

  • Page 72: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Image Sensor Effective pixels 5.0 Mega pixels Image size Still image: 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 Video clip: 320 x 240 Image quality Still image: Fine, Normal, Economy Movie image: Economy Recording media 12MB internal memory SD memory card (Optional, up to 512 MB)

  • Page 73: Appendix

    APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible causes Solutions / Corrective Actions * The battery has run out. Load new or fully charged battery. Power does not * Load the battery in the correct direction. turn on. * The battery is not oriented correctly. * The battery cover is not closed properly.
  • Page 74 Product Guarantee This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of 1 Year This does not cover the product where the fault is due to misuse, abuse, use in contravention of the instructions, or where the product has been the subject of unauthorised modifi cations or alterations, or has been the subject of commercial use In the event of a problem with the product within the guarantee period please return it to your nearest store...

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