UMAX Technologies UMAX AstraPix 540 Manuel d'utilisateur

AstraPix 490 / AstraPix 540User Manual

11Quick Start GuideDELETING IMAGES (refer to page 52-53))1.Turn the Function dial to .2.Press LT/RT or UP/DN to highlightthe image you want to de

12Quick Start Guide5. Press the DISP/ENTER/REP buttonagain.• A confirmation screen will appear.6. Press the UP/DN to select "YES",and enter

13Identification of Controls1. Function dial2. Shutter/Play/Pause3. NQ (Normal Quality)4. Flash5. Mode6. Status LCD7. Flash lamp8. Self-timer lamp (Re

14Identification of Controls12345678910111. Orange LED indicator2. Green LED indicator3. Viewfinder4. MENU/STOP5. DISP/ENTER/REP6. Strap eyelet7. LT/R

15Identification of Controls121. TV/Phones2. DC in 6v1234561. Power2. Record3. Playback4. MP3 playback5. Software/Download6. TV output47NQHQSQAUTO123

16Image QualityIMAGE QUALITYWhen the camera is turned on, the default image quality settingswill be used. This default settings can be changed manuall

17FlashWhen the camera is turned on, the default setting of flashmode is 'No Flash'. The other flash modes can be set by usingthe Flash butt

18FlashNOTICE:The default setting is No flash. Under the capture mode of thesequence or video clip, the flash cannot be set up.CHANGING THE FLASH MODE

19Indicator LightThere are three indicator lights onthis unit:1. Green light. When it flashes, this indicates thecamera is being charged.. When it glo

20Getting Started1. Open the battery cover..Slide the cover in the direction of thearrow and fold it up to open it.2. Insert the batteries.Match the b

3Thanks for purchasing this high-quality Digital StillCamera!This unit allows you to easily create an electronic album.Please read this manual careful

21Getting StartedYou may use a compact flash card for image storage beforecapturing images.1. Open the battery cover..Slide the cover in the direction

22Getting Started3. Close the battery cover..While pulling up the cover slightly, foldit down and slide it back until it clicks.NOTICE:Make sure the u

23Getting Started1. Open the battery cover..Slide the cover in the direction of thearrow and fold it up to open it.2. Press the card-release lever toe

24Getting Started1. Align and tighten.Align the screw on the tripod withthe camera's mounting socket, thentighten the screw.NOTICE:.When using a

25Taking Pictures1. Turn the function dial to ..Status LCD is lit up..The default capture mode is (snap-shot).2. Move the lens cover slid

26Taking Pictures4. Center the subject in the LCD moni-tor or place the viewfinder's focusframe on the subject..When holding the camera, make sur

27Taking PicturesThe self-timer will delay for capturing approximately 10 sec-onds after you press the shutter-release button.1. Turn the function dia

28Taking Pictures5. Press the Mode button till thetimer icon is displayed onthe status LCD.6. Arrange the camera andsubject position, and compose

29Taking PicturesThis digital camera will continuously take 5 images (AstraPix490) / 3 images (AstraPix 540) while the shutter-release buttonis presse

30Taking Pictures5. Arrange the camera and sub-ject position, and composeyour picture.6. Press the shutter-release but-ton..The unit starts sequence i

4UnpackingFirst check and identify the contents of your Digital Still Camerapackage, as below:Optional fittingsIntroductionCamera caseDigital CameraDr

31Taking Pictures1. Turn the function dial to .Capture mode is set..Status LCD is lit up.2. Move the lens cover slide toopen the lens..The live view w

32Taking Pictures5. Arrange the camera and subjectposition, and compose your pic-ture.6. Press the shutter-release buttonto take a continuous video cl

33Taking PicturesThe Audio Memo recorded is attached and referenced to thelast image taken. It is possible to record a 7-second audiomemo of the pictu

34Taking PicturesThe digital zoom will increase the magnification of the liveimage on the LCD monitor. In order to record a far object morevividly, us

(Snapshot)(Video Clip)(Sequence)(ZoomX1)(ZoomX2)(Auto Flash)(No Flash)(Forced Flash)(Normal)(Brightness) (Dark)(Capture Mode)(Digital Zoom)(Flash Lamp

36Record Mode Menu1. Turn the function dial to.Capture mode is set..Status LCD is lit up.2. Move the lens cover slide to openthe lens..The live view w

37Record Mode MenuOn the menu, there are three capture modes available: snap-shot, video clip and sequence.1. In Record Mode, press theMENU/STOP butto

38Record Mode MenuZoom x 2/x 4 selected makes the subject closer, and makes thenumber of recordable images increase.1.In Record Mode, press themenu/St

39Record Mode MenuYou can select flash mode according to the environment andrequirement, the default setting is Auto Flash.1. In Record Mode, press th

40This setup is recommended for photographers who have some pro-fessional knowledge.Record Mode Menu1. In Record Mode, press the menu/Stopbutton.• The

5CAUTION: To prevent fire or risk of electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or excessive moisture.WARNING:To prevent electrical shock, do

412. Press the DISP/ENTER/REP button toselect the item desired.• If you choose yes, A sub-menu appears.On: It will ask you: Continue or delete?If Cont

424. Press DISP/ENTER/REP to con-firm, and return to the uppermenu.Record Mode MenuWhite balance function is to make dif-ferent types of lighting more

43Audio indication allows you to see each step processing or ready toprocess.Record Mode Menu1. In the advanced menu, selectSound.2. Press the DISP/E

441. In the advanced menu, select ImageQuality.2. Press the DISP/ENTER/REP buttonto display the sub-menu.3. Press UP/DN to select the itemdesired. 4.

1. Press MENU/STOP to access themenu.2. Press LT/RT to select .3. Press UP/DN to select the itemdesired. 4. Press DISP/ENTER/REP to con-firm it

46Images shot with the camera are automatically numbered, thenstored into the built-in memory or CF card. You can view the storedimages one by one jus

47When you view images by pressing the UP/DN button, if an image isattached with the icon on top left corner of the LCD monitor, thatindicates it

48When you view images by pressing the UP/DN button, if an image isattached with the icon on top left corner of the LCD monitor,that indicates

49Playback Mode1. Turn the Function dial to .2. Press MENU/STOP to access thedisplay menu.3. Use the UP/DN button to highlightthe icon .4.

OnOff50Playback ModeThe Playback Mode Menu allows you to easily access to eachsetting menu such as display format, delete images, digitalzoom, print a

6OPERATING CONDITIONS:. This camera is neither waterproof nor splash-proof.Do not use the camera if any water has entered the camera. Switch the camer

511. In playback mode, pressMENU/STOP to access to the menu.• Press it again to exit.2. Press UP/DN to access to the sub-menu, and select the item des

52If you aren't satisfied with any image captured, it allows you to deleteit to save storage room.Playback Mode Menu1. Turn the Function dial to

535. Press the DISP/ENTER/REP buttonagain.• A confirmation screen will appear.6. Press the UP/DN to select "YES",and enter it.The LCD monito

541. In playback mode, images can bedisplayed on full screen.2. Press MENU/STOP to access tothe menu.3. Press LT/RT to select .4. Press UP/DN

55The image is displayed full screenwith a selected portion of theimage. You can use UP/DN orLT/RT to scroll around thezoomed in image.6. If is

561. In playback mode, press theMENU/STOP button. 2. Press the Lt/Rt button to highlightthe Print icon.3. Press the UP/DN button to selectthe item des

57Reset the screen brightness to moderate the too dark or too brightlight.Playback Mode Menu1. Press MENU/STOP to access tothe menu.2. Press LT/RT to

581. In playback mode, pressthe MENU/STOP button toaccess to the menu. 2. Press the Lt/Rt button tohighlight the Informationicon.3. Press the Up/Dn bu

59It allows you to playback images captured on TV. And at the sametime, you also can use a headphone to listen to audio memoattached.TV Display1. Con

1. Turn the function dial to .• TFT LCD will be lit automati-caly, and MP3 menu appears.2. Press LT/RT or UP/DN toselect a song.3. Press DISP/EN

Introduction...3Safety Precautions...

614. Press Shutter/Play/Pause to startplaying back songs selected.• TFT LCD switches off automatically.• The volume can be adjusted bypressing LT/RTor

62• Intel pentium processor or higher and the corresponding AMDcompatible computers.• window: 98/2000/ME/XP• CD-ROM drive, audio drive, speakers• 32MB

63To download still images, it is necessary to install DSC USB driver. Ifyou want to download video clip or audio memo, drive program ofDSC USB Mass S

645. Press DISP/ENTER/REP to con-firm it.• On PC monitor, the message "AddNew Hardware" appears, press"Next".6. Select "Searc

651. Turn function dial to .• Drive Type menu appears.• Press UP/DN to select drive typeMass Storage.2. Connect USB cable to USB portof PC.3.

667. Insert the disc, select "Search CD-ROM drive", press "Next".(For Win 98, please select the direc-tory driver / MassStorage /

671. Insert the CD-ROM disc supplied.2. Double-click CD-ROM drive.3. Click on Photo Studio 1.3, double-click "setup" to start instal-lation.

68Before downloading, make sure "Photo Studio 1.3", "DSC USBDriver" and "DSC USB Mass Storage Class Adapter" have beenin

696. Click on the image desired to load it in theimage editing programm.When an error occurs, check the following:1. Did you turn on Photo Management

701. Turn function dial to .• Drive Type menu appears.2. Make USB connection.3. Press UP/DN to select drivetype "Mass Storage".4. Op

8Quick Start GuideConnect to a printer or PC using USB cableUse DC adapter (optional) to power the unitConnect to a TV or an earphone HOOKUP

71If there are some indication on the LCD monitor, the unit needs theoperation as below:TroubleshootingINDICATIONSOLUTIONNO MP3 FILE Copy MP3 files to

72TroubleshootingThe power is not turned on.• Turn on the unit.• Replace the batteries.• Connect to DC powerThe power is turned offduring the use.• Re

73GeneralFixed focal length, built-in media type digital camera with the LCDmonitor, built-in flash light.Image sensor1/2 inch progressive-scan color

74Memory mediaBuilt-in storage media (7MB)Number of images can be stored:Approx. 10 (AstraPix 490) / 7(AstraPix 540) for Super High Quality.Approx. 20

75White balanceAutomatic, manual setting available (daylight, cloudy, fluorescent,tungsten)Exposure controlProgrammed AEExposure compensation: up to 1

76InterfaceUSB (universal serial bus) Video/audio output: composite video signalPower sourcePower: AA-sized alkaline battery X4 (AA-sized Ni-Cd or AA-

77For technical support please contact:[email protected]: 0870 906 3309or just visitwww.umax-europe.comSupport

9Quick Start Guide1. Insert the batteries or use the DCadapter (optional) to power the camera.2. Insert the Compact Flash card(optional).1. Turn the f

10Quick Start Guide4. Frame your subject on the LCDmonitor or viewfinder..Compose the image and make sure itis clear.5. Press the shutter-release but