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hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide English www.hp.com/photosmart 1 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 2
setup ...9 Turning the camera on and off 13 Using the 5-way controller 14 Chapter 2: Taking Photos 17 Taking a photo ...17 Auto Focus and Auto Exposure 19 Previewing your photos 20 Using Instant Review 22 Tips for taking the best photos 23 2 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 3
Camera Settings 39 Using the flash ...39 Changing the photo quality 41 Using the digital zoom 44 Using the self-timer 47 Setting Instant Review 48 Setting the image LCD brightness 50 Setting the date and time 51 Changing the camera language 53 Setting the beep ...54 www.hp.com/photosmart - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 4
Downloading photos to a Macintosh 63 Using a card reader 64 Printing photos without a computer 64 JetSending your photos 65 Chapter 6: CompactFlash Memory 67 Installing a memory card 68 Checking the memory card status 70 Formatting a memory card 71 4 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 5
77 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting 79 Problems and solutions 79 Getting assistance 88 Help us help you better 88 Using HP Customer Care online resources 89 Contacting HP Customer Care by phone 90 ArcSoft support 91 Chapter 9: Care and Safety 93 Caring for your camera and accessories 93 Safety - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 6
103 Regulatory notices 103 U.S.A...103 Canada ...103 Japan ...104 Korea ...104 Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement 105 Hewlett-Packard year 2000 warranty for consumer products distributed through authorized resellers 108 Index...109 6 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 7
flash with red-eye reduction • USB computer connection • 2.5x digital zoom • JetSend via infrared to any JetSend receiver, such as a printer • Color LCD for previewing and reviewing photos • Economical "digital film" (reusable CompactFlash memory card) • Self-timer www.hp.com/photosmart 7 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 8
lens lens cover AC power adapter connection image LCD tripod mount viewfinder indicator light battery compartment cover image LCD on/off button memory card access light menu button memory card door wrist strap attachment 5-way controller 8 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 9
Setup Quick setup Setting up the HP PhotoSmart 315 digital camera is quick and easy-follow these steps and you'll be ready to take photos. Step 1: Attach the wrist strap 1. Open the memory card door. 2. Using the wrist strap included in the box with your camera, thread the short loop through the - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 10
choose the language you want to use for the camera menus. Note: You will need to use the camera's 5-way controller to choose the camera language. For instructions on how to operate the 5-way controller, see "Using the 5-way controller" on page 14. 10 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 11
turn on the camera. Thereafter, you need to press the image LCD on/off button when you want to use the image LCD. 2. Use the up or down side of the 5-way controller to scroll to the language you want to use. 3. Press OK to select the language. www.hp.com/photosmart 11 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 12
prompts you to enter the current date and time. Once you have set the camera's real-time clock, it can record the date and time at which you manner, then press OK. 4. To confirm the date and time, press OK. Your camera is now ready to take photos. 12 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 13
conserve battery power, the camera automatically turns itself off if 3 minutes elapse and you don't press a button. If the camera is connected to a computer, the camera turns itself off if 30 minutes elapse and there is no interaction between the camera and the computer. www.hp.com/photosmart 13 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 14
turn the image LCD on. 2. Press the menu button. image LCD on/off button menu button menus display on the image LCD 5-way controller 14 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 15
the digital zoom. For details, see "Viewing your photos" on page 26 and "Using the digital zoom" on page 44. Specific instructions on using the camera menus appear throughout this guide. Note: To exit the camera menus without making a selection, press the menu button. www.hp.com/photosmart 15 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 16
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chapter describes the basic process of taking photos with your HP PhotoSmart 315 digital camera and gives you tips for taking the best photos. Once you are familiar with this process, see Chapter 4 for instructions on adjusting the camera settings to fit your needs. Taking a photo 1. Slide the lens - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 18
3. Press and hold the shutter button 1/2 way down to allow the camera to adjust the focus and exposure. 4. When you see the steady green light to the the lens and the flash. The following illustrations give you examples of how to hold the camera. 18 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 19
the shutter button all the way down at the exact moment you wish to capture the image. If the camera cannot find a focus or there is not enough light to illuminate the subject, a blinking green light appears found under "Tips for taking the best photos" on page 23. www.hp.com/photosmart 19 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 20
take a photo within 60 seconds. To preview a photo: 1. Slide the lens cover open to turn the camera on. 2. Press the image LCD on/off button to turn the image LCD on. 3. Frame your photo in the image LCD by pointing the camera lens at your subject. 20 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 21
camera to adjust the focus and exposure. Note: If you move the camera and frame a different subject while keeping the shutter button pressed 1/2 way down, the camera button and start over so that the camera can adjust focus and exposure for the new camera off, or press the image LCD on/off - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 22
instructions on how to turn Instant Review on, see "Setting Instant Review" on page 48. Note: You can also review photos stored on the camera's memory card menu, the camera automatically saves the photo and turns off the image LCD after 4 seconds. 22 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 23
39 for details. • When the ambient light is low, use the flash. If you use the flash On or Off setting, use a tripod to avoid camera movement during exposure. • If you are using the flash, keep the subject within the flash range (3m, or about 9.8 ft.). 3 meters www - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 24
button all the way down to take the photo. If you are not used to using a digital camera, you may want to practice to get used to the timing. • If a blinking green light appears when desired subject and then press the shutter button all the way down. 24 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 25
the CompactFlash memory card, you can view them using the image LCD. While viewing your photos, you can magnify, erase, lock, and rotate photos, or create a DPOF file to print a set of photos. Your camera is automatically . image LCD on/off button 5-way controller image LCD www.hp.com/photosmart 25 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 26
Viewing your photos 1. Make sure the lens cover is closed (the camera is off). 2. Press the image LCD on/off button to turn the image LCD on. The last photo on the LCD, a status overlay bar appears for a few seconds. status overlay bar photo number 26 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 27
photo is locked) • directory and file information from the memory card The number that appears in the lower right corner of Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) file" on page 36. When you are finished reviewing photos, be sure to turn off the image LCD to conserve battery power. www.hp.com/photosmart - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 28
, then press OK. The image LCD displays up to nine of your photos at once, depending on how many photos you have stored on the memory card. A yellow border frames one photo in the set; this is the currently selected photo. currently selected photo 28 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 29
want to see one photo in normal view, use the 5-way controller to move the yellow border to the photo, and then press OK. www.hp.com/photosmart 29 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 30
OK to magnify the photo. The camera magnifies the center of the photo. A blue border frames the photo to indicate that the photo is magnified. 7. Use the 5-way controller to pan left and right, or up and down. 8. Press OK to return to normal view. 30 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 31
or left side of the 5-way controller to scroll to the photo you want to erase. Note: If you are erasing all photos from the memory card, it doesn't matter which photo is displayed on the image LCD. 4. Press the menu button. www.hp.com/photosmart 31 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 32
erasing photos. 9. When you are finished erasing photos, use the up or down side of the 5-way controller to select Exit, then press OK. 32 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 33
it from being erased if you format the memory card. For more information, see "Formatting a memory card" on page 71. To lock or unlock photos: 1. Make sure the lens cover is closed (the camera is off). 2. Press the image LCD on/off button to turn the image LCD on. www.hp.com/photosmart 33 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 34
photo you want to lock or unlock. Note: If you are locking or unlocking all the photos on the memory card, it doesn't matter which photo is displayed on the image LCD. 4. Press the menu button. 5. the 5-way controller to select Exit, then press OK. 34 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 35
on the image LCD in 90° increments. To rotate a photo: 1. Make sure the lens cover is closed (the camera is off). 2. Press the image LCD on/off button to turn the image LCD on. 3. Use the right or the same direction until you are happy with the photo's position. www.hp.com/photosmart 35 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 36
the memory card. DPOF technology gives you the convenience of using your camera to select the photos you want to print. For example, when you gather with family and friends to view your photos, you can create a DPOF file to keep track of the photos they want copies of. 36 hp photosmart 315 digital - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 37
To create or edit a DPOF file: 1. Make sure the lens cover is closed (the camera is off). 2. Press the image LCD on/off button to turn the image LCD on. photos on the memory card, it doesn't matter which photo is displayed on the image LCD. 4. Press the menu button. www.hp.com/photosmart 37 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 38
single photo. Select Mark All or Clear All if you are marking or unmarking all the photos on the memory card. 7. Press OK. 8. If you chose to mark or unmark all photos, you are asked to confirm. the 5-way controller to select Exit, then press OK. 38 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 39
Settings You can modify the HP PhotoSmart 315 digital camera's settings to fit the current phototaking conditions and your preferences. For example, you can adjust the flash settings to fit current lighting conditions, and you can select the camera language you prefer to use. This chapter contains - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 40
flash button cycles through the four available flash settings. Note: The flash setting remains until you change it, or until you turn the camera off and on, reverting it to the Auto setting. 3. Take your photo. photo quality button flash button 40 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 41
can take another flash photo. Changing the photo quality The camera has three photo quality settings: Basic, Fine, and Super- memory card. Photos taken with higher photo quality take up more space on the memory card; photos taken with lower photo quality take up less space. www.hp.com/photosmart - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 42
. This is the default setting. 1200x1600 Produces the highest-quality photos and uses the most memory. Use this setting for taking photos that you plan to crop and enlarge using photo editing software, or print larger than 8x10 inches. 1200x1600 42 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 43
same memory card. • The camera retains the current photo quality setting until you change it, even if you turn the camera camera on. 2. Press the photo quality button repeatedly until the quality level you want is displayed on the status LCD. photo quality flash button button www.hp.com/photosmart - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 44
as it appears on the image LCD when digital zoom is active Note: Digital zoom affects photo quality. The more you zoom in, the more photo quality is reduced. There are two ways to zoom: using Quick Zoom or using the Digital Zoom camera menu. 44 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 45
camera on. 2. Press the image LCD on/off button to turn the image LCD on. 3. Use the down side of the 5-way controller to zoom in on your subject. When the digital of the 5-way controller. To cancel the digital zoom and return to normal view, press OK. 4. Take your photo. www.hp.com/photosmart 45 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 46
can zoom in the following steps: 1.5x, 2x, or 2.5x. Note: To zoom out, use the up side of the 5-way controller. To cancel the digital zoom and return to normal view, press OK. 7. Take your photo. 46 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 47
button, the camera waits 10 seconds before taking the photo. To use the self-timer: 1. Attach the camera to a subject. 2. Slide the lens cover open to turn the camera on. 3. Frame your subject in the viewfinder. When timer icon appears in the camera's status LCD. flash button photo quality button self - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 48
The red self-timer indicator light on the front of the camera blinks for 10 seconds with an increasing frequency. After 10 seconds, the camera takes the photo and the self-timer turns off automatically. Instant Review off to conserve battery power. 48 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 49
Use the right or left side of the 5-way controller to select Review Off or Review On from the camera menu, then press OK. instant review is currently on instant review is currently off Note: The Instant Review blank LCD and asks if you want to turn Instant Review on. www.hp.com/photosmart 49 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 50
the 5-way controller to increase the LCD brightness or use the left side of the 5-way controller to decrease brightness. The diamond icon in the camera's image LCD indicates the current level of brightness. current level indicator 6. Press OK. 50 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 51
See "Step 4: Set the camera date and time" on page 12. You may want to change the camera's clock settings at other times-for example, if you travel across time zones. You can change the camera's date and time, or choose a different format for either, using the Setup menu. www.hp.com/photosmart 51 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 52
the month, year, hour, minutes, and AM or PM in the same manner, then press OK. 7. To confirm the date and time, press OK. 52 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 53
You can change the language used for the camera menus. To change the camera language: 1. Press the image LCD on/off button to turn the image LCD on. 2. Press the menu button. 3. or left side of the 5-way controller to scroll to the language you want to use, then press OK. www.hp.com/photosmart 53 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 54
Setting the beep The camera beeps to let you know that it is has finished capturing an image, or to warn you that the batteries are empty or the memory card is full or inoperable. The beep is on 5-way controller to select On or Off, then press OK. 54 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 55
from your memory card. Check out HP's PhotoSmart Web site at www.hp.com/photosmart for great ideas and tips on how to use your photos to create fun projects. Connecting the camera to your Windows PC You can connect your HP PhotoSmart 315 digital camera to a Windows PC using the USB cable that comes - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 56
2000: USB port For Windows NT 4.0*: CompactFlash card reader (purchased separately) * If you are using Windows NT 4.0 or later, you will need a CompactFlash card reader (purchased separately) and 64 MB of RAM to use the camera with your computer. 56 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 57
Installing the software on a Windows PC 1. Insert the HP PhotoSmart 315 CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive. The installation window automatically appears. Note: If the installation window doesn't appear, use Windows Explorer or My Computer to locate your CD-ROM drive, and then double-click the - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 58
the camera is connected to a computer, it automatically switches to PC mode and the letters PC appear on the status LCD. You are now ready to download photos. Note: When the camera is connected to your computer, the camera buttons do not respond. 58 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 59
's memory card to your computer. Tip: To conserve battery power, use an AC adapter (optional) when you are downloading photos to your computer. For more information, see "Using an AC power adapter" on page 77. To download photos to a Windows PC: 1. Connect the camera to your computer using the USB - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 60
icon representing the camera appears in the Windows Explorer and My Computer windows. Double-click the drive icon to access your photos. Then, use the Windows Clipboard and the Copy and Paste commands to transfer selected photos to your hard drive. 60 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 61
work with your camera, your Macintosh must meet or exceed the following requirements: Processor Memory (RAM) Free hard disk space Video display CD-ROM Operating system Interface Power PC, 233 MHz 64 MB 150 MB 800x600, 16-bit color any speed MAC OS 8.6 or later USB port www.hp.com/photosmart 61 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 62
PC appear on the status LCD. PC indicates "computer" regardless of whether you are using a Macintosh or a Windows PC. You are now ready to download photos. Note: When the camera is connected to your computer, the camera buttons do not respond. 62 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 63
, see "Using an AC power adapter" on page 77. To download photos to a Macintosh: 1. Connect the camera to your computer using the USB cable. See "Connecting the camera to a Macintosh" on page 62. 2. Slide the lens cover open to turn the camera on. The status LCD displays PC to indicate the - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 64
photos without a computer If your printer has a slot for a CompactFlash memory card, like the HP PhotoSmart 1000 and 1200 Series printers do, you can print your photos directly from the memory card. Consult your printer's documentation for details. 64 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 65
wireless transfer. You can transfer photos from your camera to any JetSend-receiving printer, such as the HP PhotoSmart 1000 and 1200 Series printers. To determine if a printer can receive JetSend transmissions, see the printer's documentation. Note: The camera can send, but not receive, photos via - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 66
. Check the printer for notification that communication has been established. During the transfer, a progress bar displays on the image LCD. You can cancel the transfer at any time by pressing any button on the camera except the shutter button. 66 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 67
Use only CompactFlash Association (CFA) certified type 1 memory cards with the HP PhotoSmart 315 digital camera. These cards are manufactured by several vendors and are available in a variety of capacities. You can purchase additional memory cards from www.hpshopping.com (selected countries/regions - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 68
card access light memory card door Caution: Opening the memory card door while the access light is on could damage the existing card or result in lost photos. 2. Open the memory card door by inserting your thumb in the notch and lifting the door. 68 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 69
" when the card is seated correctly in the slot. 6. Fold the card ejection lever down against the card. 7. Close the memory card door. Tip: If you cannot close the memory card door, you may not have inserted the memory card correctly. Remove the memory card and try again. www.hp.com/photosmart 69 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 70
delete them from the card, or replace the card with a new one. See "Changing the photo quality" on page 41, "Downloading photos to a Windows PC" on page 59, "Downloading photos to a Macintosh" on page 63, or "Installing a memory card" on page 68. 70 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 71
, try re-formatting it-it may have been formatted improperly. Also re-format cards that you previously used in a different camera, to optimize them for use with the HP PhotoSmart 315 digital camera. Note: You can reuse a memory card that is full by formatting it. This erases all photos from the - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 72
to select Yes, then press OK. A progress bar appears on the image LCD to indicate that the camera is formatting the memory card. To avoid damaging the card, do not open the memory card door while the card is being formatted. progress bar 72 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 73
Chapter 7: Powering Your Camera The HP PhotoSmart 315 digital camera can be powered by batteries or an HP-approved AC power adapter. For convenience, use the batteries when you are taking photos. To shows that the batteries are empty, it is time to replace the batteries. www.hp.com/photosmart 73 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 74
off Instant Review. Since Instant Review turns on the image LCD automatically each time you take a photo, it uses a significant amount of battery power. For instructions on turning it off, see "Setting Instant Review" on page 48. 74 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 75
, be sure you fully drain and recharge the batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Replacing batteries The camera uses four AA batteries. You can use lithium or alkaline AA batteries, or rechargeable Ni-Cd or Ni-MH AA batteries. You can purchase additional batteries from your local - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 76
the batteries individually or use batteries of different types. Always follow instructions on the battery package when handling or disposing of batteries. 4. Close the battery compartment cover by sliding it into place and then clicking it shut. 76 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 77
315 digital camera. Use of any other adapter will void your warranty and may damage your camera. AC power adapters are available at www.hpshopping.com (selected countries/regions only). For AC adapter specifications, see HP's PhotoSmart Web site at www.hp.com/photosmart and click technical support - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 78
to the camera. Note: If you want to use battery power, remove the AC adapter from the power source and the camera. If the AC adapter is connected to the camera, even if it is not connected to a power source, the camera will not use battery power. 78 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 79
8: Troubleshooting Problems and solutions If you have a problem using your HP PhotoSmart 315 digital camera, review this section first. If you cannot find the solution to your problem here, see "Getting assistance" on page 88 for information on contacting HP Customer Care. Problem Possible - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 80
camera, the camera will not use battery power even if the adapter is not connected to a power source. If you want to use battery power, disconnect the AC adapter. If you want to use AC power, connect the AC adapter to a working electrical outlet. 80 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 81
connected to the computer via a USB hub and your USB hub is not compatible with the camera. Slide the lens cover open to turn the camera on. Check to make sure that the USB cable is firmly connected at both ends. Connect the camera directly to a USB port on the computer. www.hp.com/photosmart 81 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 82
to rechargeable Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries. These batteries are available from various battery manufacturers. The camera turns on and consumes battery power while you carry it loose in a purse or backpack. Always carry the camera securely in a case. hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 83
Problem Possible cause Solution When I press the shutter button 1/2 way down, a blinking green light appears next to the viewfinder. -Continued (next page)- The camera cannot find a focus because you are too close to the subject. The camera button all the way down. www.hp.com/photosmart 83 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 84
a lower photo quality setting. See "Installing a memory card" on page 68, "Erasing your photos" on page 31, "Downloading photos to a Windows PC" on page 59, "Downloading photos to a Macintosh" on page 63, or "Changing the photo quality" on page 41. 84 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 85
Problem Possible cause Solution The memory card is damaged or is not formatted. Format the memory card or replace it with a new, formatted card. The flash is recharging. Wait until the flash icon on the status LCD stops blinking before taking another flash photo. The camera is connected to a - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 86
Problem My photo is blurry. Possible cause Solution Your subject was too close to the camera lens. The camera's Auto Focus range moved the camera Hold the camera steady as you press the shutter button, while you took the photo. or use a tripod. 86 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 87
Problem My photo is too dark. My photo is far away. The flash can only illuminate objects that are within 3m (about 9 1/2 ft.) of the camera. Make sure your subject is within range of the flash when you take the photo. Your finger blocked the flash. take the photo again. www.hp.com/photosmart 87 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 88
information. Model No.: 315 Serial No on the bottom of the camera) Purchase Date 2. Consult the Problems and Solutions section of this guide. There, we outline corrective steps that solve most problems you might have while operating your camera. 88 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 89
tricks, downloadable drivers, and the latest product and software updates-24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All at no charge to you. You can also visit the HP Customer Care Community Forums and support site at www.hp.com/go/support. Here you can share in the great ideas and smart suggestions HP service - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 90
do, you'll be connected to a service technician who specializes in your product and can help you find the answers you need. See the list below for the HP Customer Care Center phone number in your +64 (9) 356 6640 + 47 22 11 6299 + 351 21 3176333 90 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 91
Web site offers an online manual for the software, answers to commonly asked questions, troubleshooting tips, and ideas. You can also email a technician for assistance at [email protected] or call 510-440-9901 (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m, Pacific time). www.hp.com/photosmart 91 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 92
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the camera in the sun or in a very warm location (glove compartment, trunk, etc.) for long periods. • If you move the camera from a cold to a warm location or vice versa, always allow the camera several minutes to adjust to the current ambient temperature before you use it. www.hp.com/photosmart - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 94
. Batteries that show signs of leakage, corrosion or swelling should not be installed in the camera. Memory cards • To avoid erasing data from a memory card or damaging it, do not expose memory cards to heat, moisture, or static electricity. 94 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 95
stop using the camera immediately. Allow the camera to air dry completely before operating it again. • When disposing of batteries, follow the battery manufacturer's disposal instructions or the guidelines recommended for your area. Do not incinerate or puncture batteries. www.hp.com/photosmart 95 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 96
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Appendix A: Reference Icons Icon Meaning Batteries full Batteries partially-charged Batteries empty Automatic flash on Flash off Flash on www.hp.com/photosmart 97 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 98
Icon Meaning Automatic flash with red-eye reduction on Basic photo quality Fine photo quality Super-fine photo quality Photo included in DPOF file Photo locked (cannot be erased unless memory card is re-formatted) Self-timer on 98 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 99
The camera cannot find a focus or there is not enough light to take the photo. The camera cannot take a photo for one of the following reasons: • the flash is re-charging • the last photo is still being processed • the memory card is full, damaged, unformatted, or missing www.hp.com/photosmart 99 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 100
the memory card is full What you should do Reset the camera. (See page 81.) If the error still occurs, contact HP Customer Care. See "Getting assistance" on page 88. See "Checking the memory card status" on page 70 for troubleshooting assistance. 100 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 101
Camera specifications Sensor Color depth Resolution Memory card Lens system Zoom Shooting modes camera) 1.5x, 2x, 2.5x digital zoom Single shot Auto exposure f/2.8, f/3.9, f/5.6, f/9.8 1/750 to 2 seconds TTL auto focus; 30cm (11.8 in.) to infinity ISO 100 Auto 10 second delay www.hp.com/photosmart - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 102
, auto with redeye reduction, on, off 1.8 inch color LCD with 72K pixels (312x230); 4x playback magnification 4 AA batteries (included) or optional AC adapter USB, JetSend infrared 128 x 86 x 33mm; 5 x 2.7 x 1.3 in. 227g (8 oz.) without batteries 102 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 103
and Warranty Information Regulatory notices U.S.A. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to information, please contact your local authorities. Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 104
Japan Korea 104 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 105
Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement HP Product HP Photo Imaging Software HP PhotoSmart 315 digital camera CompactFlash memory card Duration of Limited Warranty 90 days 1 year 1 year A. Extent of Limited Warranty 1. Hewlett-Packard (HP) warrants to the end-user customer that the HP products - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 106
, IN NO EVENT SHALL HP OR ITS THIRD PARTY SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY AND WHETHER ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. 106 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 107
D. Local Law 1. This Warranty Statement gives the customer specific legal rights. The customer may also have other rights which vary from state to state , AND ARE IN ADDITION TO, THE MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THE HP PRODUCTS TO SUCH CUSTOMERS. www.hp.com/photosmart 107 - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 108
patches or upgrades), provided that all other products (e.g. hardware, software, firmware) used in combination with such HP Product(s) properly exchange date data with it. The duration of the Year 2000 warranty extends through January 31, 2001. 108 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 109
8 digital zoom 44 flash 39 language 10, 53 menus 14 parts 8 photo quality 41 problems and solutions 79 quick zoom 44 turning on and off 13 warranty 105 Card reader 64 Care and safety 93 Changing camera settings 39 Cleaning camera 93 image LCD 93 status LCD 93 CompactFlash. See memory card - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 110
memory. See memory card Formatting a memory card 71 H HP Customer Care 88 HP Photo Imaging software warranty 105 I Icons flash 39 on the status LCD 13 photo quality 41 Image LCD camera the camera to 62 downloading photos to 63 system requirements 61 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 111
hp.com/photosmart P PC connecting the camera to 58 downloading photos to 59 installing software 57 system requirements 56 Photo Imaging software warranty 105 Photo quality changing 41 how it affects memory 20 Printing photos from a memory card 64 via JetSend 65 without a computer 64 Q - HP C8452A | HP Photosmart 315 digital camera - (English) User Guide - Page 112
Transmitting photos. See JetSend Troubleshooting 79 U Unlocking photos 33 Unmarking photos 37 V Viewing photos after taking them 26 before taking them 20 small pictures (thumbnails) 28 using the image LCD 25 W Warranty 105 Wrist strap 9 Z Zoom 44 112 hp photosmart 315 digital camera user's guide
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