Related Manuals for GE X400 Power Pro Series
Summary of Contents for GE X400 Power Pro Series
-
Page 1: User Manual
User Manual imagination at work Getting Started GE Digital Camera Power Pro Series : X400 Basic Operation Camera Function Controls Playback Using the Menus Camera Connectivity Appendix... -
Page 2: Warning
WARNING To prevent fire hazard or electrical shock, do not expose This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE Annex IV] the camera battery pack or other accessories to water or indicates separate collection of electrical waste and electronic equipment in the European countries. Please humidity. -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Camera Notes: • Do not heat the batteries or throw them into a fire Do not store or use the camera in the following types of locations: • Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the batteries •... -
Page 4: Before You Start
BEFORE YOU START Preface Safety Information Thank you for purchasing this GE digital camera. Please read Please read the following important information carefully this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future before using this product. reference. -
Page 5: About This Manual
This manual provides you with instructions on how to use your • If water has penetrated the camera housing, turn the new GE digital camera. Every effort has been made to ensure camera off and remove the battery and SD memory card. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS WARNING ................i Set Display Language ............ 14 Set Date/Time ..............15 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..........ii Using the Mode Dial ..............16 BEFORE YOU START ............. 1 About the LCD Screen ............. 17 Preface ..................1 Using Quick Record ..............18 Copyright ................1 BASIC OPERATION ............. - Page 7 WB (White Balance) ............28 Sport .................. 37 Color ................... 28 Beach ................. 37 ISO ..................29 Sunset ................37 Fireworks ................37 USING THE MODES ............ 30 Night Landscape ............. 37 LCD Screen Display ..............30 Night Portrait ..............37 Still Picture Mode Display ..........
- Page 8 Auto Program Exposure ............39 Date Imprint ..............51 Shutter Priority ................ 40 Movie Menu................52 Aperture Priority ..............41 Expo Metering (Exposure Metering)......53 Manual Mode ................41 Continuous AF..............53 Playback Menu ................. 54 PLAYBACK ..............42 Protect ................
- Page 9 LCD Brightness ..............64 Video System ................73 Power Saver ..............65 Using the PictBridge Menu ............ 74 Language ................65 Print with Date ..............74 Zone ................... 65 Print without Date ............75 Date/Time ................. 66 Print Index ................ 76 File and Software ..............
-
Page 10: Getting Ready
GETTING READY Unpacking Your camera box should contain the camera model you purchased along with the following items. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, please contact your retailer. AA-Size Alkaline Batteries Warranty Card CD-ROM USB Cable Lens Cap Shoulder Strap... -
Page 11: Installing Shoulder Strap And Lens Cap
Installing Shoulder Strap and Lens Cap To Install Shoulder Strap To Install Lens Cap... -
Page 12: Camera Views
Camera Views Front View Back View disp... -
Page 13: Left View
Left View Right View open WIDE optical zoom Top View Bottom View ON/OFF... - Page 14 AF Assist/Timer Indicator Menu Button Zoom Wheel Flash Lamp Delete Button/Up Button Shutter Button Microphone Macro Button/Right Button Face Identification Button Lens Self-timer Button/Down Button Stabilization Button LCD Screen Flash Button/Left Button Shoulder Strap Mount Status Indicator OK Button ON / OFF Movie Button USB/AV Port Mode Dial...
-
Page 15: Sd/Sdhc Card (Not Included)
Insert the Battery and SD/SDHC Card (Not included) 1. Open the battery compartment 2. Insert the enclosed AA batteries into the battery slot according to the correct polarity as shown below... - Page 16 3. Insert an SD/SDHC card (not included) into the SD memory 4. Close the battery compartment card slot as shown Write protection buckle Optional SD/SDHC cards are not included. The use of 64MB to16 GB memory cards from recognized manufacturers such as, Panasonic and Toshiba are recommended for reliable data storage.
-
Page 17: Turning On And Off
Turning Camera On and Off Setting Language and Date/Time Push ON/OFF to turn camera on/off When turning on the camera for the first time, the Display Language and Date/Time Setup menu will appear. Use the following procedures to set the camera Language, Date/Time to your preferences: 1. -
Page 18: Set Date/Time
2. Use the Left/Right button to select date or time field, then press Up/Down buttons to adjust values. 3. Press the button to confirm the settings. Set Date/Time 1. Press the button and use the Left/Right button to select the General Setup menu. Scroll down to Date/Time option and press the button to enter the Date/Time menu. -
Page 19: Using The Mode Dial
Using the Mode Dial This GE camera provides a convenient mode dial that allows you to manually switch between different modes with ease. All the available modes are listed below: Mode Name Icon Description Auto Mode Take still pictures in automatic mode... -
Page 20: About The Lcd Screen
About the LCD Screen When you turn the camera on, various icons are shown on the If the LCD monitor is damaged, take particular care LCD screen to indicate the current camera settings and status. with the liquid crystal in the monitor. If any of the To learn more about the displayed icons, see “LCD Screen following situations arise, take the recommended display”... -
Page 21: Using Quick Record
Using Quick Record In Shooting mode, press the Recording Shortcut button enter the recording mode directly and begin video recording. After recording, press the Recording shortcut button or Shutter button again and you can store the video and return to the shooting screen. 18 18... -
Page 22: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION Using the Zoom Function Shooting in Auto Mode Auto mode is the easiest mode to take photos. While Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom functions: operating in this mode, the camera automatically optimizes optical zoom and digital zoom. Press the Zoom button of the camera settings to adjust your photos for best results. -
Page 23: Open Flash
Open Flash The flash is used to illuminate a subject in low light or for fill- 3. Press the Left/Right button to select from the following 6 in lighting to achieve better illumination of a subject with modes: pronounced shadows. •... -
Page 24: Self-Timer
Self-Timer This setting allows you to set the camera for self portraits or • Self-timer: 2 sec group shots. The timer can be set to fire the shutter 2 seconds, A single picture is shot 2 seconds after the Shutter or 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. -
Page 25: Macro Mode
Macro Mode EV (Exposure Value) The Macro setting is ideal for shooting small objects or close- The EV control allows for an override of the camera's auto up photos. This mode allows you to focus on subjects very exposure settings in order to provide more control in tricky close to the camera. -
Page 26: Face Detection
Face Detection The face detection mode detects people's faces and focuses on them resulting in clearer images. Face detection is engaged by default in most modes unless it is disabled by the user. Face detection is disabled in Panorama Mode. 1. -
Page 27: Smile Detection
Smile Detection Blink Detection The Smile Detection feature automatically detects and Blink Detection is enabled by default unless disabled by the user. captures a person's smile. When shooting, if a subject is detected with its eyes closed, the Blink Detection icon will appear on the screen to show that 1. -
Page 28: Stabilization
Stabilization While in Shooting mode, press the button to reduce blurred images caused by inadvertent hand shake. The LCD will display either the Continuous or Single stabilization icon. 25 25... -
Page 29: Advanced Functions Menu
Advanced Functions Menu The Advanced Functions Menu of the camera include Image Size, Image Quality, White Balance, Image Color and ISO value. These functions allow advanced users better control for shooting under difficult lighting conditions. To set the Advanced Functions: 1. -
Page 30: Size
Size Quality The size setting refers to the image resolution in pixels. A The camera's quality setting adjusts the compression ratio higher image resolution allows you to print that image in of the images. Higher quality settings produce better quality larger sizes without degrading the image quality. -
Page 31: Wb (White Balance)
WB (White Balance) Color The White Balance allows you to adjust the color temperature The color setting allows you to add artistic color effects when for different lighting sources to ensure accurate color taking pictures. You can try different color tones to alter the reproduction. -
Page 32: Iso
The ISO function allows you to set the sensitivity of the camera's light sensor based on the brightness of the scene. To improve the camera's sensor performance in darker environments, a higher ISO value is required. A lower ISO value is needed when shooting in bright conditions. -
Page 33: Using The Modes
USING THE MODES LCD Screen Display Still Picture Mode Display 1 Shooting Mode Icons P S A Auto Mode ASCN Mode Mode: Program AE Shutter Priority Aperture Priority Manual Mode Portrait Panorama Mode Scene Mode 2 AF Mode Single-AF Multi-AF 3 Expo Metering Spot Center... - Page 34 6 Remaining number of pictures 23 Self-Timer 7 SD Memory card/built-in memory 2-sec 8 Battery Status 9 WT Ratio (Displayed only when zoom is activated) 10-sec 10 Zoom 24 Flash Mode 11 ISO Value (Adjustable only in M, P, S, and A modes) 12 Histogram Flash: Forced off 13 Exposure Compensation (EV value)
-
Page 35: Video Shooting Mode Display
Video Shooting Mode Display 4 Video Quality 5 Macro Mode Mode : 6 Self-Timer 10-sec 7 Remaining time for video recording 8 SD Memory Card/Built-in Memory 9 Battery Status 10 Zoom 11 Zoom Value Scale (Displayed only when zoom is activated) 12 Image Stabilization 13 Recording Status Icon Recording standby... -
Page 36: Playback Mode Display
Playback Mode Display 1 Playback Mode Icon 2 DPOF File Mode: 3 File Protection 4 Picture Number 5 SD Memory Card/Built-in Memory 6 Battery Status 7 Image Zoom 8 Zoom Magnification Area 9 Current Display Area 10 Memory Space (this picture/total number of pictures) 11 Recording Date and Time 12 OK:PLAY 13 HDR... -
Page 37: 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. Icon Mode name Icon Mode name Landscape Mode Night Landscape Mode Portrait Mode Macro Mode Night Portrait Auto Mode 2. -
Page 38: Night Portrait
Night Portrait Panorama When taking portraits at night, or in low light conditions, ASCN will automatically adjust the exposure for people and night Panorama Mode allows you to create a panoramic picture. The scenes. camera will automatically compose a panoramic picture using the individual shots that you take. -
Page 39: Scene Mode (Scn)
Manual Scene Mode (SCN) In Manual Scene mode, you can select from a total of 20 scene types to suit your needs. The camera will automatically adjust to the optimal settings based on the scene type that is chosen. To enter the Scene Mode, turn the mode dial to Manual Scene mode. -
Page 40: Landscape
Landscape Select a scene using the Up/Down/Left/Right button and press button. For landscapes. Vivid reproduction of green and blue. Icon Mode Name Icon Mode Name Sport Landscape Sport For fast-moving subjects. Capture sharp action shots without blur. Beach Sunset Beach Fireworks Night Landscape For taking good pictures in the scenes with strong sunlight. -
Page 41: Party
Party Panning Shot For capturing more natural looking images of indoor Produces background image blur that emphasizes motion of gatherings. the main subject. Children Text For kids and pets. Flash is disabled for eye protection. For text in print or on mhiteboards. Leaf Indoor For plants. -
Page 42: Portrait Mode
Auto Program Exposure Portrait Mode In Portrait Mode, the camera is set to automatically adjust When selecting P (Auto Program Exposure) mode, you can camera exposure for realistic portrayal of skin tones. adjust the combined settings of EV value, shutter speed and aperture. -
Page 43: Shutter Priority
Shutter Priority When selecting S (Shutter Priority) mode, you can adjust the shutter speed and EV value. Selecting a higher shutter speed will capture fast moving objects clearly. Selecting a slower shutter speed will result in motion blur of moving objects. 1. -
Page 44: Aperture Priority
Aperture Priority Manual Mode When selecting A (Aperture Priority) mode, you can adjust When selecting M (manual) mode, you can set the aperture the aperture size and EV value. Selecting a large aperture and shutter speed manually. opening will emphasize the point of focus and show a blurry 1. -
Page 45: Playback
PLAYBACK Viewing Photos and Videos To view the captured photos and video clips on the LCD screen: 1. After pressing the button, the last photo or video clip taken will be displayed on the LCD screen. 2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through the photos or video clips stored in the internal memory or on the SD memory card. -
Page 46: Thumbnail View
When playing a movie, press the Up/Down arrow button to Thumbnail View raise or lower the volume, to mute the volume press the down arrow until the mute icon appears. When in Playback mode, rotate the zoom wheel counter clockwise to the position to display thumbnail images of the photos and videos on the screen. -
Page 47: Using Zoom In 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 between 2x to 8x. 1. Press the button to switch to playback mode. 2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to select a photo to magnify. -
Page 48: Using The Delete Button
Using the Delete Button In Playback Mode, you can press the Up/Delete button to 4. Select Yes or Back with the Up/Down button and press the delete an unwanted photo or video. button for confirmation. To delete pictures or videos: Erased photos/video clips cannot be recovered. -
Page 49: Using The Menus
USING THE MENUS Photo Setup Menu P S A Mode: In any of the above Photo Modes, press the button to go to the Photo Setup Menu. To adjust each setting: 1. In the Photo Setup Menu, use the Left/Right button to select the Tab (at the top of the screen) corresponding to the page containing the function you wish to change. -
Page 50: Af Mode (Auto-Focus Mode)
AF Mode (Auto-Focus Mode) AF-Assist Beam Use this setting to control the Auto-Focus mechanism while This option can turn on or turn off the AF assist lamp. The AF taking pictures. assist beam is useful for focusing in the dark or in low lighting conditions. -
Page 51: Expo Metering (Exposure Metering)
Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) Continuous Shot Use this setting to perform continuous shooting. After entering Use this setting to select the "target" size of the camera's field this mode, you can shoot multiple images by continuously of view to be metered. holding the shutter button down. -
Page 52: Continuous Af
The flash is disabled in this mode in order to enable Continuous AF quick succession of shots. With Continuous AF turned on, the camera will continually adjust focus automatically in response to any camera or subject movement. -
Page 53: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom Quick Review Use this setting to enable or disable the Digital Zoom function. This setting refers to the brief photo review immediately after When Digital Zoom is turned off, only the optical zoom is taking a picture. The picture stays on the LCD screen for an functional. -
Page 54: Date Imprint
Date Imprint Include a Date/Time stamp in the photo image. • Off • Date • Date / Time... -
Page 55: Movie Menu
Movie Mode Menu Mode: In the Movie Mode, press the button to go to the corre- sponding 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 tab with the function you want to adjust and press the Down button. -
Page 56: Expo Metering (Exposure Metering)
Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) Continuous AF Use this setting to select the "target" size of the camera's field After Continuous AF is turned on, the camera will adjust of view to be metered. focus automatically in response to any camera or subject movement. -
Page 57: Playback Menu
Playback Menu Protect Mode : To prevent any pictures or videos from being accidentally button to enter the Playback In Playback mode, press the erased, use this setting to lock one or all of the files. menu. The following section provides detailed instructions on the To protect/unprotect a picture or video: various menu options. -
Page 58: Delete
Delete 3. Select Yes to lock displayed photos or videos, or select De-protection to unlock, then press and select "back" There are three ways to delete files. to return to the playback menu. After selecting Reset, all previous protection settings will be cancelled. -
Page 59: Dpof (Digital Print Order Format)
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) • Delete All: 1. In the Delete option, select All and then press the The DPOF feature allows you to compile a selection of pictures button. that you would like to have printed, and will save your selection in the memory card so that you can simply hand your 2. -
Page 60: Resize
Resize Rotate You can use this setting to change the orientation of the This setting allows you to resize a picture to a specified picture. resolution, and saves it as a new picture. 1. Select the Rotate setting from the Playback menu as 1. -
Page 61: Red-Eye Reduction
Red-Eye Reduction Trim The Trim setting allows you to crop photos and save them as Use this setting to remove red-eye effect in your photos. new pictures. 1. Select the Red-Eye Reduction in the Playback menu as To trim a picture: described previously. -
Page 62: Hdr-High Dynamic Range
HDR-High Dynamic Range Display Setup With the HDR function, pictures that are overexposed may be corrected to optimize the highlights and lowlights captured to Mode: more accurately represent the actual scene. 1. Select HDR setting in the Playback menu as described Press the button in Playback mode to enter the Display previously. -
Page 63: Slideshow
Slideshow Wallpaper Settings This setting allows you to view all the stored pictures as a Use this setting to select your favorite picture to use as a slideshow. background on the LCD screen. 1. Select Slideshow and press the Right button to enter the 1. -
Page 64: Menu Wallpaper
Left button to return to last page, and press Right to enter the wallpaper sub-menu. Press Right and to exit the menu. select either User, Nature, or Sparkling. Press function confirm the setting. • User • GE Logo • User • Nature • Sparkling... - Page 65 Back To Default: Use the Up/Down button to select the Back to Default option, press the or Right button to select whether to take the default settings, press the Left Button to return to last page, and press to exit the menu. •...
-
Page 66: Setup Menu
Setup Menu P S A 2. Switch between different functions with the Up/Down Mode : button. 3. Press the Right button to enter the sub-menu. The Setup menu for the camera is available in all modes. Each menu page can be selected by pressing the button and switching between tabs with the Left/Right button. -
Page 67: Beep
Beep LCD Brightness Use this setting to adjust the brightness of your LCD screen. Use this setting to adjust the volume of the beep emitted when buttons are pressed and change the tones for the Shutter 1. Select the LCD Brightness setting from the Setup menu button, self-timer, and power-on/power-off. -
Page 68: Power Saver
Power Saver • LCD off: On, 30 sec, 1 Min, 2 Min. This setting allows you to save power and get the maximum • Camera off: possible running time for your batteries. Follow the steps On, 3 Min, 5 Min, 10 Min. below to turn off the LCD screen and camera automatically after a period of inactivity. -
Page 69: Date/Time
File / Software Format Memory Please note: formatting enables you to delete all contents in the memory card and built-in memory, including protected photo and movie files. To use this setting: 1. Select Format Memory in the File and Software menu. 2. -
Page 70: Copy To Card (Copy Internal Memory To Memory Card)
Copy to Card (Copy internal memory to SD File Numbering memory card) After you take a picture or video clip, the camera will save it in a sequential number. You can use this to reset the file Use this setting to copy the files stored in the internal memory numbering to 1. -
Page 71: Reset Settings
2. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Yes or No. Then press the button to confirm the setting. To update to the latest firmware version, you can go to the following website: www.ge.com/digitalcameras and look under Support. 68 68... -
Page 72: Connections
CONNECTIONS Connecting to a PC Transferring files to your PC Use the included USB cable and ArcSoft software (CD-ROM) supplied with your camera to copy (transfer) pictures to a The computer will automatically detect the camera as a computer. removable drive. Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop to locate the removable drive and to copy folders and Setting the USB mode files in the drive to a directory on your PC as you would copy... - Page 73 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 5. Disconnect the camera once transfer is completed. Drag the untitled icon to the Trash. ("Untitled") If the USB option is set to [PC] : Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
-
Page 74: Connecting To A Pictbridge Compatible Printer
Connecting to a PictBridge Compatible Printer PictBridge allows printing images from an SD 3. Press the button to confirm the setting. 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. -
Page 75: Connecting The Camera And Printer
Connecting the camera and printer. If the camera is not connected to a PictBridge compatible printer, the following error message will appear on the LCD 1. Make sure both the camera and printer are turned on. screen. 2. Connect one end of the supplied USB cable to the USB port on your camera. -
Page 76: Video System
Video System Use this feature to switch the video system from either NTSC The video output signal can be switched to NTSC or PAL or PAL. to accommodate different regional TV standards. The appropriate setting will vary between regions. 1. Select Video System in the Transmission menu, then press Right. -
Page 77: Using The Pictbridge Menu
Using the PictBridge Menu After setting the USB mode to Printer, the PictBridge menu Print with Date will appear. If you have set the date and time on your camera, the date and time will be recorded and saved with each photo you take. 1. -
Page 78: Print Without Date
Print without Date 3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select the number of prints for the displayed photo. Use this setting to print the photos without dates on them. 4. Press the button and the following screen will appear. 1. -
Page 79: Print Index
2. Select Yes to print or exit, then press the button again. 5. Select Yes to print or exit, then press the button again. Print Index You can use this setting to print an index of all the photos currently in your camera's memory. 1. -
Page 80: Print Dpof
Print DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Exit To exit the PictBridge menu, select Exit. The “Remove USB To use DPOF printing, you must make the selection of photos cable” message will be displayed. for printing using the DPOF settings beforehand. See “DPOF” section on page 56. -
Page 81: Appendices
APPENDICES Specifications Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Active Image Sensor Pixels 14.14 Megapixels Total Image Sensor Pixels 14.48 Megapixels [1/2.33"CCD] Focal Length 4.9mm (Wide) — 73.5mm (Tele) [35mm film equivalent] [27mm (Wide) — 405mm (Tele)] F number F3.0 (Wide) —... - Page 82 14MP: 4320×3240, (3:2)12MP: 4320×2880, 8MP: 3264×2448, 5MP: 2592×1944, Number of Still Image 3MP: 2048×1536, (16:9)2MP: 1920×1080, 0.3MP: 640×480 Recording Pixels Movie VGA, QVGA Image Compression Best, Fine, Normal DCF, DPOF (Ver1.1) Support Still Image Exif 2.2 (JPEG) File Format Movie Movie Format: MOV (Motion JPEG), Audio: G.711 [Monaural] Auto, ASCN, P, S, A, Manual, Panorama, Movie, Portrait, Scene (Landscape, Sport, Beach, Sunset, Fireworks, Night Landscape, Night Portrait, Party, Children,...
- Page 83 ISO Sensitivity Auto, ISO80/100/200/400/800/1600(4M)/3200(4M) AF Method Single AF, Multi-AF (TTL 13-point), Face-Detection, AF Assist Light (On/Off) Artificial Intelligence AE (AiAE), Center-Weighted Average, Spot (Fixed to Center Exposure Metering Method of Frame), Face AE Exposure Control Method Program AE (AE-Lock Available), Aperture prior AE, Shutter Prior AE Exposure Compensation ±2EV in 1/3 Step Increments Shutter Speed...
- Page 84 Internal Memory: Approx. 13MB Recording Media SD/SDHC Card (Up to 16GB Support) [Nonsupport MMC Card] Other Features PictBridge, ExifPrint Support, Multi-Language Support (26 Languages) Jacks AV-OUT/USB 2.0 (Mini 8 pin USB) Power AA Alkaline Battery(×4) AA NiMH Battery(×4) (Not Included) Approx.
-
Page 85: Error Messages
Error Messages Messages Explanation Card Error • The SD memory card is not formatted. Card Full • The SD memory card is full and cannot store any new images. Picture Error • The picture was not captured correctly. • The picture is damaged. No Picture •... - Page 86 Messages Explanation Card is not formatted, format? • Confirm whether the SD memory card should be formatted. This image cannot be deleted • The picture or video you are trying to delete is protected. Warning!! Camera recording, please wait • No other actions are allowed during video/audio recording. Warning!! Battery exhausted •...
-
Page 87: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Solution Camera does not turn on • The batteries have been depleted. • Replace the dead batteries with new ones. • The batteries are not inserted correctly. Camera turns off suddenly during • The batteries have been depleted. •... - Page 88 Problem Possible causes Solution Images cannot print from the • The camera is not connected to the • Check the connection between the camera and connected printer printer correctly. printer. • The printer is not PictBridge • Use a PictBridge compatible printer. compatible.
- Page 89 Printed in China © 2012 General Imaging Company...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the X400 Power Pro Series and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers