Creative 3200Z User Guide
Creative 3200Z - DC-CAM 3.2MP Digital Camera Manual
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8 TV Out Settings...- 9 Setting the Beep Sound 9 Setting the Power Save Function 10 SD Memory Cards 11 Inserting...- 11 Removing ...- 11 Camera Mode Setting 12 Photo Mode ...- 12 Playback Mode 12 Video Mode ...- 12 - 3 Taking Pictures...- 13 Previewing a Picture 13 Taking a Picture ...- 13 - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 3
Video Clips 21 Setting Quick View 21 4 Reviewing Photos and Videos 22 Viewing Pictures 22 Slide Show ...- 25 Copy to Card...- 25 Formatting the Camera Memory or SD Card 25 5 File Names & Printing 26 to a Computer Using USB 30 Understanding Camera Memory 31 Internal Memory 31 Optional SD - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 4
1 Getting Started Package Contents Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items listed below is missing or damaged. Camera USB Cable TV Out Cable Soft Case Strap 2 x AA Batteries Installation CD Quick Start Booklet - - 1 - - - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 5
pixels) * Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. ** Only file transfers are supported on Macinitosh systems. Safety Tips • Do not try to open the case of the camera or attempt to modify this camera in any way. High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 6
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 7
Getting Started Camera Components Front Self-timer indicator Shutter button Microphone Battery cover Rear LED indicator Viewfinder LCD Side DC In port - - 4 - - Viewfinder Flash Lens Mode switch Power button Zoom buttons 4-Way, Multifunction buttons (LEFT, RIGHT, UP, DOWN) SET, MENU and DISP - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 8
shown in the illustration to the right. NOTE: Do not swing the camera when carrying it by the wrist strap. Getting Started Using the Soft Case • Store the camera in the soft case provided when not in use. • Slide the camera into the case, making sure there are no sharp objects inside that - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 9
is powered by two AA-size alkaline batteries or rechargeable NiMH (min. 550 mAh / 1.2V) batteries (available separately). Follow these instructions to insert batteries into the camera. 1. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow. 2. Swing the battery cover open. 3. Insert two AA-size - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 10
. Batteries should be replaced when you see the low battery indicator. NOTES: • Do not use manganese batteries. Manganese batteries cannot supply sufficient power to support camera operation. • Replace all batteries at the same time. Never mix old and new batteries. • Remove batteries from the - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 11
/YY. 10. Press SET to exit the Date & Time submenu or press MENU to cancel. Language Settings The camera can display menus and other information in a number of different languages. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the RIGHT button to select the SETUP menu. 4. Press the UP or - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 12
Out should be set to either NTSC or PAL depending on your region. The default setting varies according to the country of purchase. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the RIGHT button to select the SETUP menu. 4. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select TV Out. 5. Press - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 13
submenu 6. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select 1, 2 or 3 mins. The camera will turn itself off automatically if not used for the specified period. You can also turn only when the camera is powered by batteries. If a DC power supply is used, the camera will not turn off automatically. - - 10 - - - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 14
appears in the LCD. Memory Card icon Images and video files are automatically saved to the SD memory card whenever it is inserted in the camera. - - 11 - - - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 15
automatically adjusts exposure and white balance to suit the shooting environment. Playback Mode In Playback mode you can review, erase, and protect photos and video clips. Video Mode Your camera can record video clips with audio in Video mode. White balance and exposure can be set before recording - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 16
viewfinder flashes green. 3. Select Photo mode. 4. The image automatically appears on the LCD screen together with information about current camera settings. Taking a Picture 1. Turn the camera on and make sure it is in Photo mode. 2. Capture the photo by pressing the shutter button down until the - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 17
to select a resolution from the list. 2048 x 1536 (Large) 1600 x 1200 (Medium 1) 1024 x 768 (Medium 2) 640 x 480 (Small) 5. Press SET to save your setting. The camera returns to Photo mode. 6. Press Menu again to return to REC Menu. 7. Use the UP or DOWN keys to select Quality from the REC Menu - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 18
in on far away subjects or zoom out for a wide angle shot. The optical zoom is achieved by mechanically adjusting the lens of the camera. The digital zoom enlarges or shrinks the image using a software process. Press W to zoom out for a wide angle shot (subject appears further away). Press T to - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 19
flash never fires. Adjusting the Exposure Set the exposure value (EV value) manually to compensate for unusual lighting conditions such as indirect indoor lighting, dark backgrounds, and strong backlighting. 1. Turn on the camera and press the MENU button. 2. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to select - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 20
multiple points in the subject area and Spot Metering selects an exposure based on a single reading taken from the center of your picture. 1. Turn the camera on, select Photo mode and press the MENU button. 2. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to select the Metering option. 3. Press the RIGHT button to - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 21
Taking Pictures White Balance Settings Explained Auto: Automatically corrects white balance. Ideal for general photography. Daylight: Adjusts for bright sun conditions, or natural light conditions. Shade: Adjusts for cloudy days or twilight conditions. Tungsten: Adjusts for normal indoor lighting - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 22
in Photo mode, press the MACRO button on the back of the camera to enter Macro Button Macro mode. The macro mode icon appears on the . 4. When you are happy with the picture, press the shutter button. 5. The camera takes a picture 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. You will hear some - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 23
pictures as you take them. 1. To enable the Date Stamp, turn the camera on and press the MENU key. 2. Use the UP or DOWN keys to the shutter speed is slower than 1/32 second (due to low light conditions), the camera shake icon appears. This means that any movement when taking a picture will result in - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 24
mode. 2. Press the Video Button on the rear of the camera. 3. The video icon appears on the LCD screen. Video icon image for a few seconds after you have taken it. 1. To set Quick View, turn on the camera and press the MENU button. 2. Press the RIGHT button to select the SETUP menu. 3. Press the - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 25
Videos Viewing Pictures Pictures can be reviewed using the built in LCD screen. 1. Turn on the camera and move the sliding switch next DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT buttons. File number When cycling through images stored in the camera, some images may be marked with the Video symbol in the top left hand - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 26
Reviewing Photos & Videos Viewing Pictures in Thumbnail Mode When in Playback mode, you can view all your stored images in thumbnail format. 1. Turn on the camera and use the sliding switch next to the power button to enable Playback mode. 2. Press and hold the W (zoom out) button. Zoom out 3. - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 27
Reviewing Photos and Videos Erasing a Stored Image Single images can be erased from the camera in Playback mode. 1. Turn on the camera and Erasing all Images You can delete all images from the SETUP menu. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the RIGHT button to select the SETUP - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 28
Reviewing Photos & Videos Slide Show You can set the camera to display images in a slide show. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Press the RIGHT button to select the SETUP menu. 4. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select the Slide Show - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 29
5 File Names & Printing Folder Names The digital camera automatically creates a directory of folders in the with the highest folder number contains a picture file number equal to or greater than 9999, the camera creates a new folder by adding one to the current folder number. For example, if the - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 30
from 0001 when a new folder is created. DPOF Print Settings The Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) settings allow you to select photos stored on used with a printer or commercial printing service that supports DPOF printing. Print Order Setting 1. Set the camera to Playback mode. 2. Press the LEFT - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 31
more information. 3. Everything that would normally appear on the camera's LCD screen, such as photo and video clip playback, slide shows, and image or video capture, appears on the TV. Selecting the Video Out Signal Mode The digital camera supports both NTSC and PALvideo signal systems. See TV Out - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 32
to a computer: • by inserting the SD card into a flash memory card reader • by connecting the camera to a computer using the included USB cable Using a Flash Card Memory Reader 1. Eject the SD card from the camera and insert it into an SD card reader that is connected to a computer. NOTE: If you are - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 33
the cable to the USB port on the camera (B). A B NOTES: • You don't have to switch off the camera or the computer when the USB connection is made. • Refer to your computer's manual for information regarding the USB port location. 3. Make sure the camera is turned on. 4. The LCD screen turns off - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 34
Photos, video clips, and other information recorded by the camera is stored on the SD card using the Design rule for Camera File system (DCF) protocol. The DCF protocol is designed to accommodate file and data exchange between digital cameras and other devices. DCF Protocol The DCF protocol defines - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 35
supports Windows Autoplay mode and starts running automatically. 2. Select the driver and the applications you want to install on your computer, and then click the OK button. 3. Follow the instructions you download to your computer from the digital camera. Refer to the application help documentation - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 36
Troubleshooting Symptom Camera does not turn on. The camera does not take pictures. Image is not recorded when the shutter button is pressed. The flash doesn't fire. Cause - The batteries are inserted incorrectly. - The batteries are dead. - The battery compartment door is open. - The camera - Creative 3200Z | User Guide - Page 37
zoom, 4X digital zoom EXIF 2.2 compatible format (JPEG compression) Auto and manual (5 selectable modes ) Internal 16 MB Nandgate Flash Memory SD memory card expansion slot Integrated Speaker USB 1.1 10-second delay NTSC/PAL selectable Battery (AA x 2) DC- in (3.3V, 2A DC
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