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DC-735
User manual
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Thank you for purchasing this DC-735 digital camera. Please read these operating instructions carefully in order to use the product correctly. Keep the instructions in a safe place after reading so that you can refer to them later. Disclaimer We assume no responsibility over and above the provisions of the Product Liability Law for damages suffered by the user or third parties as a result of inappropriate handling of the product or its accessories, or by their operational failure and by the
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Declaration of Conformity We herewith confirm the following designated product: DC-735 has been tested and found to comply with the requirements set up in the council directive on the approximation of the low of members states relating to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC & 93/68/ EEC. For the evaluation regarding to the electromagnet compatibility, the following standards were applied EN 55022:1998+A1:2000+A2:2003, Class B EN 55024:1998 +A1:2001+A2:2003 IEC 61000-4-2:199
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Safety Information Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight. 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 when exposed. Maintenance and repairs should be
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Table of Contents FCC COMPLIANCE AND ADVISORY ........................................................................................................................... 2 SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................................. 3 GETTING STARTED................................................................................................................................................. 7 S
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SETTING THE RECORDING FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................................... 24 Using the Scene Mode ................................................................................................................................. 24 Setting the Resolution and Quality............................................................................................................... 25 Setting the Movie Size........................
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File Naming .................................................................................................................................................. 38 SETTING THE TV OUT............................................................................................................................................ 38 SETTING USB PORT ............................................................................................................................................. 38 CHOOSING A STA
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Getting Started Standard Accessories Camera USB Cable Video out Cable Rechargeable Lithium-ion Soft Case Strap Battery (NP-40) Software Installation User’s Manual Battery Charger & Adaptor CD-ROM NOTE: The shape of the AC power cord plug depends on the country of use. - 7 -
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Attaching the Wrist Strap Attach the wrist strap to your camera as shown. NOTE: Do not swing the camera when carrying by the wrist strap. Using the Soft Case When not using the digital camera, keep it in the soft case for protection. - 8 -
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Names of Parts Top Front Bottom - 9 -
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Back Side 5-function button - 10 -
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Installing the Battery Pack The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (NP-40). 1. Slide the battery cover open. 2. Install the battery with the terminal facing inside the camera. 3. After making sure the battery pack is properly installed, slide the battery cover closed. Low Battery Indicator A low battery indicator appears on the LCD screen when the battery is nearly exhausted. The battery should be replaced promptly when the low battery indicator appears. Chargi
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Inserting a Memory Card You can use SD Card or MMC Card with this digital camera. The memory card slot is located beneath the battery cover, adjacent to the battery compartment. 1. Be sure that the camera is turned off. 2. Slide the battery cover and open it. 3. Insert the card with the label facing up and the arrow pointing in. 4. Close the battery cover. To remove the memory card, gently press on the edge of the card and release it. Pull the card out and close the battery cover. Abo
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Setting the Date and Time When the camera is first turned on, the date and time setting will not be correct. So before using, be sure to set date and time. 1. Press the MENU button, using or to select SETUP ( ) and press the SET button. 2. Press or to select DATE & TIME ( ) then press or the SET button to launch the Date & Time screen. 3. Press or to change the value of the highlighted field. Press or to highlight another field. 4. After adjusting the settings, press the SET
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Basic Operations Turning the Power On and Off 1. Press the POWER button to turn on the camera in the Record mode. Or you can press the button to turn on the camera in the Playback mode. 2. Press the POWER button again to turn the power off. Hint: You can turn on the camera without the start-up and operating sound by pressing and holding the POWER or the button over 1.5 seconds. Power Saving Function When the camera’s power saving function is turned on, the LCD monitor will automatical
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Switching between Record and Playback You can switch between the Record mode and the Playback mode in following ways: In Record mode Press the MODE button to cycle through the still image shooting, voice recording, and movie recording. Press the button to switch to the Playback mode. NOTE: If you switch to Playback mode, the lens will retract after approximately 10 seconds. In Playback mode Press the MODE or the button switch to the previous used Record mode. Using the Menus Recordi
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ADJ. Menu You can quickly adjust the White balance, ISO, exposure in record mode. 1. Press the SET button to display the menu. When movie recording, only White balance can be adjusted. 2. Press or to select a menu item. 3. Press or to select an option 4. Press the SET button to confirm the settings and close the menu. Setup Menu You can change the basic settings of the camera in Record mode and Playback mode. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. The menu displays depends o
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Using the LCD monitor The LCD monitor is used to compose images while recording, adjust settings and replay images. LCD Screen Indicator In Recording 1 Mode icon 11 Shutter speed 2 Flash 12Aperture value 3 Zoom indicator 13Metering 4 Shots remaining 14 Exposure value 5 Storage media 15ISO 6 Macro 16White balance 7 Self timer/Burst 17Sharpness 8 Focus area 18Quality 9 Shake warning 19Resolution 10 Battery - 17 -
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In Playback 1 Mode icon 6 Battery 2 Protect 7 Capture date & time 3 Voice memo 8 DPOF 4 File No. / Total No. 9 Resolution 5 Storage media Switching the Screen Display Press the DISP button changes the next display mode of the LCD monitor as shown below: In Record mode In Playback mode (1) OSD on (4) OSD on (2) Guide line (5) OSD off (3) OSD off Hint: Use the “Guide line” mode to compose images easily before shooting images. NOTE: When the LCD display is not in “OSD on”, press
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Recording Recording Still Images 1. Set the camera to the record mode 2. Hold the camera with both hands and make sure the camera is stable. 3. Aim the focus area to the subject that you want to take and press the shutter release button halfway. The focus area on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus. If the shutter speed is slow or the possibility that image may be blurred, the shake warning icon may appear on the LCD monitor. To avoid it, use a tripod to stabili
