Ta b l e o f c o n t e n t s 1 Getting Started Using the Zoom Feature.................................17 Package Contents............................................. 1 4 Taking Pictures System Requirements ...................................... 2 Windows ....................................................... 2 Macintosh...................................................... 2 Basic Still Image Shooting .............................18 Safety Information...........................................
Copying Files from Internal Computer with a USB Cable .....................47 Memoryto an SD Card .................................. 29 Understanding Camera Memory and Setting USB Mode.......................................... 29 Storage..............................................................48 6 File Names & Printing Using arcsoft About File and Folder Numbers .................. 30 Folder File Capacity ................................... 30 File Number Reset ..................................
1 Getting Started Package Contents Please contact your dealer immediately if any of the items below are missing or damaged.
System Requirements Windows: PC with processor better than MMX Pentium 300 MHz Windows XP/2000/ME/98 Minimum 128 MB RAM USB port CD-ROM drive 1024 x 768 monitor, 24-bit color (true color) Macintosh: Power Mac G3 or later Mac OS 9.0, 9.1, 9.2 and OS X Minimum 64 MB RAM USB port CD-ROM drive 640 x 480 monitor with thousands of color (millions of color recommended) Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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.
FCC Compliance and Advisory This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unsatisfactory operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B peripheral, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Camera Components Front Viewfinder Flash Self-portrait mirror Battery/Memory Card Door Self-Timer/Red-Eye Reduction LED Lens Flash Ready LED Auto Focus (AF) LED Viewfinder button W (zoom out) button T (zoom in) button Up button/ Flash/ Rear Erase Right button/ Quick View SET button Left button/ Macro Down button/ button LCD screen Camera mode button Tripod Socket Top Shutter button Power button -5- Drive mode
Side DC IN terminal USB port Using the Included Accessories Attaching the Wrist Strap Attach the wrist strap as illustrated. Don't swing the camera when carrying it by the wrist strap. Using the Soft Case Store the camera in the soft case when it is not in use.
Operating the Multi-controller The multi-controller is used to set shooting mode, to move cursor when the camera Menu is shown, and to confirm the selection. Up button Right button Up Button ( ) Left button Down button . To set the Flash mode in Shooting Mode. . To delete files in Review Mode. . To move the cursor up when MENU screen is shown. Right Button ( ) . To enter Quick View mode. . To move the cursor to right when MENU screen is shown . To enter submenu. Down Button ( ) .
2 Preparing the Camera Installing the Batteries Insert two (2) AA-size alkaline batteries (included with the camera) 1. Be sure that the camera power is off. 2. Slide the Battery/Memory Card door in the direction of the arrow, and lift it open. 3. Insert two AA batteries with the positive (+) and negative (-) poles matching the directions indicated inside the battery cover. 4. Close the Battery/Memory Card door.
Installing an SD Card 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Slide the Battery/Memory Card door in the direction of the arrow to open the door. 3. Insert the SD card as shown in the diagram. To remove the SD card 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Slide the Battery/Memory Card door in the direction of the arrow to open the door. 3. Gently press on the edge of the SD card, the card will eject up. Pull the card out and close the Battery/Memory Card door.
6. Press the 7. Press the SET button to confirm the selection. 1. and arrow to select Yes or No. Formatting will erase all the data in the memory, including the protected files. Please check the contents in the memory before formatting it. 2. SD cards formatted in another camera, computer or peripheral device may not operate correctly. When that happens, reformat the SD card with this camera. Turning the Power On / Off Press and hold the POWER button for more than 1 second to turn the camera on.
Using the Camera Mode Button Use the Camera Mode button to change shooting mode. Shooting Mode For shooting still images Review Mode For viewing the recorded images and video clips. Video Mode For shooting video clips. The camera mode changes as shown in the following diagram when the Camera Mode button is pressed. Shooting Mode Play Mode Movie Mode Setting the Date and Time 1. Turn on the camera. 2. Press the 3. Press the button. arrow to select the Setup Menu. 4.
Date Stamp By default the Date Stamp is set at OFF mode. If you want to have Date and Time shown on the pictures, set the Date Stamp to ON mode. 1. Press the 2. Press the button. or arrow to select Date Stamp then press the SET button or the arrow to enter its submenu. 3. Press the or to set Date Stamp on/off. 4. Press the SET button to confirm the selection. 5. button twice to close the menu window. Press the Setting the Language 1. Press the 2. Press the button.
Selecting Menus and Settings Use the menus as shown below to activate the various shooting and reviewing settings. 1. Set the camera to Shooting Mode, Review Mode, or Video Mode. 2. Press the 3. Press the button. or arrow to switch between the REC/Playback menu and Setup Menu. 4. Press the or arrow to select a menu item then press the SET button or the 5. arrow to enter its submenu. Press the / or / to select the settings you wish to set then press the SET button. 6.
Setup Menu Playback Mode Menu Movie Mode REC Menu Item Available Setting Beep On / Off Power Save Off / 1 min / 3 min / 5 min Quick View On/Off Off Date & Time Sets the date and time --- Language English / Traditional Chinese / Simplified Chinese / Japanese / Korean / German / Franch / Portugese / Italian / Spanish / Dutch / Russian Format No / Yes USB Computer/Printer Menu Item Available Setting Protect Single / Protect All / Unprotect All --- Delete All Single / All --- Slide
3 Basic Functions Setting the LCD Display Mode Press the DISP button to turn the LCD on or off.
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor The LCD displays information such as the camera settings, remaining image capacity and shooting date etc. Shooting Mode Auto Memory Storage Type +0.
Using the Zoom Feature The camera has a 3x optical zoom lens with an effective zoom range 5.8 mm to 17.4 mm (equivalent to 37 mm to 111 mm in 35 mm film format) as well as 4x digital zoom capability. 1. Press T (Tele) to zoom in to your subject. . While the optical zoom is activated, mechanical sound come from the lens movements can be heard. You can also see the lens retracts. . While the digital zoom is activated, the zoom scale indicator will be shown on the LCD. 2. Press W (Wide) to zoom out.
4 Taking Pictures Basic Still Image Shooting In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else. AF Frame . 1. Set the Camera Mode button to 2. Aim the camera at the subject. 3. Press the T or W button to zoom in or out. Aperture value S h u t t e r Sp e e d Mode Focus Range W mode 10 cm (3.94 inch) to infinity (∞) T mode 50 cm (19.89 inch) to infinity (∞) 4.
Reviewing the Image after Shooting The quick playback function is available in both Shooting Mode and Video Mode. to view the just captured photo 1. Press or video clip. • To delete the file, press and . Then press to select YES or NO, and then press SET to confirm. 2. Press again to return to shooting mode. Setting the Image Quality and Resolution You can change the image quality and resolution to suit your purpose. 1. Press the 2. Press the button. or arrow to select the REC Menu. 3.
Image Quality Fine (5x compression rate) Normal (8x compression rate) Purpose Shoot high quality images Shoot normal quality images Economy(12x compression rate) Shoot more images. Using the Flash Use the flash according to the guidelines below. Auto Force On The camera judges if a flash is required. If the environment is too dark, the flash will fire. The flash always fires. Force Off The flash does not fire.
Setting the Metering Mode The camera enables you to select the metering mode to suit the shooting conditions and purpose. Multi-pattern metering The image is divided into multiple regions and metering is performed for each region. The camera judges the subject position and background brightness, and determines a wellbalanced exposure. Center-weighted metering Averages the exposure from the entire image, but places more weight on the subject at the center.
1. 2. 3. Focus range mentioned is the distance between the camera lens surface and the subject. Any flash setting can be used in macro mode. Always use the LCD monitor to compose images in macro mode. Shooting with the optical viewfinder is possible, however, images composed with the optical viewfinder might be off-center due to the parallax phenomenon. Setting the Self-Timer and Continuous Shooting 1.
Shooting in Long Shutter Mode You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. Available Shutter Speeds are: 1 sec, 2 sec, 4 sec and 8 sec. 1. Press the 2. Press the button. or arrow to select the REC Menu. 3. Press the or arrow to select Long Shutter then press the SET button or 4. Press the arrow to enter its submenu. or to select the settings you wish to set then press the SET button. 5. button twice to close the menu window.
Adjusting Color Tones ---Setting the White Balance By default the camera uses Auto White Balance to reproduce colors under different lighting conditions. For mixed lighting conditions, it is recommended to use the Auto White Balance option. However, if the lighting condition is identical to one of the following White Balance settings, set the White Balance to the corresponding mode to get pictures with colors more accurately. Auto The camera will automatically choose the white balance setting.
Video Mode The digital camera can shoot movie clips with audio (sound only playback on computer). 1. Press the Camera Mode button to movie mode . Movie icon • The LCD monitor displays the maximum recording time (in minute). 2. Press the Shutter button to start record. 3. Press the shutter button again to stop recording the movie. Maximum Recording Time • The camera stops recording automatically when the memory capacity is reached. 1. 2. 3.
5 Reviewing Photo & Video Clips Reviewing Files You can view the recorded images and video clips on the LCD monitor. 1. Press Camera Mode button to enter the Playback Mode ( ). The last recorded image or video clip appears on the LCD monitor. . If it is a video clip, only the first frame of the video clip will be shown. Press SET button to start playing the video clip. 2. Use to move to the previous file and to move to the next file. 3. Press the Camera Mode button twice to return to shooting mode.
Viewing the Files in Thumbnail Mode The Thumbnail mode allows you to view up to nine images at a time on the LCD monitor. 1. Press Camera Mode button to enter the Playback Mode ( ). 2. Press the W button to view thumbnail images. . The last image is highlighted in red border. 3. Press the , , or to select an image. 4. Press the T button or the SET button to display the selected image in full screen size.
Erasing files by using the Review Menu 1. Press Camera Mode button to enter the ). Playback Mode ( button. 2. Press the arrow to highlight Delete 3. Press the ALL and then press the SET button or the arrow to enter its submenu. 4. Press or to select Single or All, then press the SET button or the arrow to enter its submenu. 5. Press or to select Yes or No, then press the SET button to confirm. 6. Press Camera Mode button to exit the Playback Mode.
Playing a Slide Show (Auto Play) Use the slide show feature to automatically display your pictures and videos on the LCD screen at a selectable interval. 1. Press Camera Mode button to enter the ). Playback Mode ( 2. Press button. 3. Press the arrow to select SLIDE SHOW then press the SET button or the arrow to enter its submenu. or 4. Press the to select 5 sec or 10 sec and then press SET. The slide show starts at once from the last displayed image.
6 File Names & Printing About File and Folder Numbers Images or video clips are assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9999, and folders are assigned folder numbers from 100 to 999 9998 9999 9998 9999 9998 9999 998 9998 9999 999 Folder File Capacity Each folder usually contains up to 999 images. If a photo is taken when the file number has reached 0999, the camera will create a new folder. For example, if the current folder is “100DICAM”, the new folder will be named “101DICAM.
File Number Reset Setting the File No. Reset to OFF is useful for avoiding file name duplication when files are downloaded to a computer. However, if you want to start numbering files from 0001 after a new SD card is inserted, or after the memory is formatted, or when you experience a ““FILE NUMBER OVER” warning (p. 31), set the File Number Reset mode to ON. Mode Off (Default) On Situations 1. A new SD card is inserted. 2.
DPOF Print Settings The Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) setting allows you to select images for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing service or for printing on a direct print compatible printer. 1. Press Camera Mode button to enter the Playback ). Mode ( 2. Press the or arrow to select the images to be printed. Note: Video Clips can’t be printed. Do not select Video file. 3. Press button. 4.
Printing still images with a PictBridge printer You can directly print the images captured with your camera by using a PictBridgecompliant printer. 1. Set the USB mode to Printer. (P.29) 2. Connect camera with the printer with the supplied USB cable. 3. Turn on the camera and the printer. Printing images The PictBridge menu will be shown on the camera’s LCD automatically when the camera is properly connected to a printer that supports PictBridge. 1.
6. Press the or arrow to select Start then press the SET button. The images will be printed. Setting Print Size 1. In PictBridge menu, press the or arrow to select Custom. to enter the setting menu. 2. Press 3. Press the or then press the 4. Press the or arrow to select Size button. to set the size of print, then press SET to confirm the setting.
PictBridge Custom Menu Item Size Type Layout Quality Date Menu Screen Settings Content Au t o Po s t c a rd 4 × 6 8 × 10 A6 A4 B5 Auto Plain Photo Fast Auto 1 2 4 6 8 Index Full Auto Draft Normal Fine Auto On Off Auto On Off File -35-
7 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION GUIDE The software that comes with your Concord 4340z includes driver, reader, and photo editing programs. These programs transfer the pictures or video clips from your camera to your computer, and enable you to view them on your computer monitor. Refer to the following list of computer system requirements for installation of the programs. Computer System Requirements Windows • 300MHz Pentium II processor or equivalent.
Description Option Camera Drivers Microsoft DirectX 9 The USB Mass Storage camera drivers enable the camera to become an external drive on your computer. DirectX 9 enables the movie playback applications on your computer to playback video clips that are captured with the camera. ArcSoft PhotoImpression 2000 This photo software enables you to edit and enhance pictures. Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 Adobe Acrobat Reader enables you to view the electronic version of the User’s Guide.
Macintosh 1. In the Apple Menu on the Menu bar, select About this Computer. 2. A window will appear with the computer’s operating system version. Confirm that your computer is version 9 or higher. No installation of software is necessary for Macintosh users, please go to Page 47 for connecting your camera to the computer. INSTALLING THE DRIVER AND DIRECTX 9 – WINDOWS 98/98SE Do not connect the camera to your computer BEFORE the camera drivers and Microsoft DirectX 9 installation is completed.
Step 8 The next dialog will prompt you to select the components that will be installed. USB Mass Storage Driver and DirectX 9 will be pre-selected. The files will be saved in the Concord Camera directory automatically. OR You may change the default folder by clicking [Browse…] and selecting a different folder in your computer. Click [Next >]. (fig. 1.4) Fig. 1.3 Step 9 Fig. 1.4 Click [Install]. (fig. 1.5) Step 10 Install progress bar. Step 11 The next screen will begin the DirectX setup.
Fig. 1.7 Fig. 1.8 INSTALLING DIRECTX 9– WINDOWS 2000 Step 1 Step 2 Make sure your camera is powered off and not connected to the computer. Make sure the computer is powered on and Windows 2000 is running. Step 3 Close any other applications or software you may be running. Step 4 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM Drive.
Step 7 The next screen will begin the DirectX setup. Select “ I accept the agreement “ then click [Next >]. (fig. 2.3) Step 8 Click [Next >]. (fig. 2.4) Step 9 Click [Finish]. Your computer will automatically restart. (fig. 2.5) Fig. 2.3 Fig. 2.4 Fig. 2.5 INSTALLING ARCSOFT PHOTOIMPRESSION – ALL WINDOWS USERS Step 1 Make sure your camera is powered off and not connected to the computer. Step 2 Make sure the computer is powered on and Windows is running.
Fig. 3.1 Step 7 Click [Next >]. (fig. 3.3) Step 8 Click [Yes]. (fig. 3.4) Fig. 3.2 Fig. 3.4 Fig. 3.3 Step 9 Click [Next >]. (fig. 3.5) Step 10 Make sure the two applications are checked and then click [Next >]. (fig. 3.6) Fig. 3.5 Fig. 3.
Step 11 Click [Next >]. (fig. 3.7) Step 12 The screen will show the status of the installation. (fig. 3.8) Fig. 3.7 Fig. 3.8 Step 13 Click [Finish]. Win98 will request for restart. Win 2000 /ME/XP Win 98 FE/SE INSTALLING ADOBE ACROBAT READER 5- ALL WINDOWS USERS (OPTIONAL) Step 1 Make sure your camera is powered off and not connected to the computer. Step 2 Make sure the computer is powered on and Windows is running. Step 3 Close any other applications or software you may be running.
the Start Menu and locate the CD-ROM Drive. Double click on the CD-ROM Drive icon for installation and proceed to Step 5. Step 5 Select the language. Click [OK]. (Fig. 4.1) Step 6 The installation screen will appear, Click on Install Adobe Acrobat Reader 5. (Fig. 4.2) Fig. 4.1 Fig. 4.2 Step 7 Status bar Step 8 Click [Next >]. (Fig. 4.3) Step 9 The files will be saved into C:\Program Files\Adobe\Acrobat 5 automatically.
Step 11 Select Yes, to restart the computer or No, to restart the computer later. Click [Finish >].
8 Making Connections Downloading Images to a Computer Download images taken with the camera to a computer in one of the following ways: 1. Using an SD card reader. 2. Connect the camera to a computer with the USB cable. Note for Windows 98 users: You must install the camera driver supplied in the supplied CD-ROM before connecting the camera to the computer. Downloading the Files by Using an SD Card Reader 1. Take the SD card out from the camera (p.9), and insert it into an SD card reader. 2.
Connecting the Camera to a Computer with a USB Cable Note for Windows 98 users: You must install the camera driver supplied in the CD-ROM before connecting the camera to the computer. Connect the supplied USB interface cable to the computer’s USB port and the camera’s DIGITAL terminal. 1. You do not need to turn off the computer or camera when making this connection. 2. Please refer to your computer manual for information regarding the location of the USB port.
FOR WINDOWS USERS 1 . D o u b l e - c l i c k o n M y C o m p u t e r. 2. Double-click Removable Disk. 3. Double-click DCIM. 4 . D o u b l e - c l i c k t h e f o l d e r t h a t c o n ta i n s t h e d e s i r e d i m a g e s t o v i e w. . T h e s t o r e d p i c t u r e s ( J P G ) a n d v i d e o c l i ps ( AV I ) s t o r e d i n t h e m e m o r y c a r d w i l l b e displayed FOR MACINTOSH USERS 1. Double-click the “ untitled” removable drive that is on your desktop. 2. Double-click DCIM. 3 .
USING ARCSOFT PHOTOIMPRESSION (WINDOWS ONLY) 1. Connect the camera to the computer. 2. Launch ArcSoft PhotoImpression software by clicking on Start-Programs-ArcSoft Camera Suite and choosing PhotoImpression from the application list on your screen. (fig. 1.1) fig. 1.2 fig. 1.1 3. When the Application opens, click on the Camera/Scanner button.(fig. 1.2) 4. Click on the drop-down list under Select Source and choose Concord 4340z. 5. Click on the Camera/ Scanner Icon ( ).
8. Click on Close to close the Camera Controls windows (as shown in fig. 1.3). 9. Double-click on the thumbnail or click on OK to open the photo. 10. Click on Edit to edit the photo. You may, for example, • Resize the photo by using the “Crop/Resize” tools. • Modify the photo by using the “Retouch” tools. For example, to remove red-eyes. • Add some text onto the photo by using the “Text” tools. 11. Click on Save to save the photo. Two options are available: “Save” and “Save As”. 12.
9 Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Batteries are inserted in the wrong direction Reload the batteries properly (p.8). Batteries are dead Replace or recharge the batteries The battery compartment door is open Make sure the battery compartment door is securely closed. The flash is charging Wait until the flash is fully charged. Memory is full Insert a new SD card. SD card is not formatted correctly The card may be defective, use a new card.
Specifications Sensor 4.24 Mega Pixels CCD Size : 1/2.5 inch Lens Olympus 3× zoom lens View Finder Optical with real image Color LCD Display Focus Range ISO/ASA Sensitivity Still Image Resolution Video Resolution 1.5” TFT LCD Panel 10 cm (3.94”) ~ infinity (W ) 50 cm (19.89”) ~ infinity (T),10cm(3.94”)~50cm(19.
GETTING HELP Troubleshooting Section in this User’s Guide Please refer to the Troubleshooting section (page 61) first, as it contains some of the most common problems that users encounter.
For ArcSoft Technical Support on Photo Editing Software, please contact: In the USA and Canada ArcSoft, Inc. 46601 Fremont Blvd. Fremont, CA 94538 Tel: (510) 440-9901 Fax: (510) 440-1270 E-mail: support@arcsoft.com Japan ArcSoft Japan 9F, 1-21-9, Higashi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0022, Japan Tel: +81-3-5795-1392 Fax: +81-3-5795-1397 E-Mail: support@arcsoft.jp Latin America (local call only) Tel (Brazil): 00817-200-0709 Tel (Chile): 800-202-797 E-Mail: latinsupport@arcsoftsupport.
