FCC STATEMENT 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 undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product. Warnings If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries and the AC power adapter. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase. If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries and the AC power adapter. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock.
Cautions Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or -) of the terminals. Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking. Do not fire the flash close to anyone's eyes. This might cause damage to the personís eyesight. Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact. This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak.
Important Notes on Using Waterproof Housing Before using the waterproof housing, carefully read and strictly observe the detailed instructions described in the manual. Not following the instructions for usage and maintenance will void your product warranty. Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the battery performance.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION...................................................8 Package Contents........................................9 Warranty Statement.....................................10 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA............11 Front View...................................................12 Rear View ..................................................12 Control Buttons ...........................................13 Top View of Docking Cradle...........................13 LCD Monitor Information............
PLAY MODE-ADVANCED FUNCTIONS .................52 Playing Back Images/Video Clips on TV........52 Rotating Images in the Display....................53 Deleting Images/Video Clips.......................54 Protecting Images/Video Clips....................55 Setting the DPOF.........................................56 Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer....60 Changing the Camera Startup Logo ...............64 AUDIO MODE..........................................................65 Recording Voice Files..
INTRODUCTION Let the Land & Sea adventures begin with your new SeaLife DC500 digital camera. Equipped with the latest digital technology means the camera is automatic and easy to use. Here are some of the unique features that you will surely enjoy. Land & Sea Exposure modes- special underwater modes for bright colorful underwater pictures QuickShoot mode- preset cameras focus and exposure setting for super fast shutter response Fully expandible system 5.0 Megapixels A high-resolution CCD sensor provides 5.
Package Contents Carefully unpack the contents to ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is missing or if you find any mismatch or damage, promptly contact your dealer.
Limited Warranty This product will be replaced or repaired free of charge within 1 year from the purchase date in the case of a manufacturing defect, if the complete defective product is sent freight prepaid at the at the sender’s risk to: Pioneer Research, 97 Foster Road, Suite 5, Moorestown, NJ 08057 or to the importer in a different country. Contact your local authorized SeaLife dealer who can assist you with returning cameras to the SeaLife service center or make basic repairs.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA AND HOUSING Front View 3 2 1 9 8 7 4 6 5 1. 2. 3. 4. Self-timer LED Shutter button Power button Strap eyelet 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Rear View Inner Camera 12 Waterproof Housing 2 1 3 4 5 11 10 6 8 7 9 1. LED indicator 2. W / Zoom out (Wide-angle) button Thumbnail button 3. T / Zoom in (Telephoto)button 4. Menu button 5. MODE button 6. Control buttons 7. Delete button EN-12 8. Display (LCD on/off) button 9. Tripod socket 10.Docking station terminal (DC IN 5V port/USB port) 11. LCD monitor 12.Speaker 13. Closing latch 14. Leak detection window 15.
Control Buttons Inner Camera 1. 2. Waterproof Housing 1 ( ❑ ) Flash button (▼) Quick View button 3. SCN (▼) Scene Mode button 4. ( ◆) Self-Timer button 5 2 4 5. OK button (enables QuickShoot) 3 Top View of Docking Cradle 4 5 1 3 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
LCD Monitor Information 1 2 3 4 16 5 6 Camera Mode 7 T 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 W 1. Camera mode 2. Image quality [ ] Super Fine [ ] Fine [ ] Normal 3. Image size [ 5M ] 2560 x 1920 [ 3M ] 2048 x 1536 [ M ] 1280 x 960 [ M ] 640 x 480 1.2 0.3 EN-14 [ ] TIFF IMAGE 4. Possible number of shots 5. Memory card indicator 6. Remaining battery status [ ] Full battery power [ ] Medium battery power [ ] Low battery power [ ] No battery power 14 7.
Movie Mode 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Movie mode Recordable movie time available Resolution for video clips SD memory card indicator (if present) Battery power indicator Time Date Zoom state 1 2 3 4 5 VGA T 8 W 6 7 Audio Mode 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
1 2 3 4 Image Playback 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Play mode Playback frame number SD memory card indicator (if present) Battery power indicator Image size Camera mode 6 5 1 Video Playback 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Play mode Total of recorded time Resolution for video clips SD memory card indicator (if present) Battery power indicator Playback indicator Movie mode 2 3 4 00:00:12 5 VGA 7 6 /:II :SHUTTER 1 2 3 4 Audio Playback 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
LED Indicators Indicator State Description/Activity LED indicator Solid red LED indicator LED indicator Blinking red Solid green Solid green Blinking green Blinking blue 1.The digital still camera is powering up. 2.The digital still camera is in the process of battery charge. Processing image after capture. USB communication is in progress. Camera in sleep mode. USB transfer is in progress. The self-timer function is activated.
PREPARING THE CAMERA Installing the Battery Make sure that the power of the digital still camera is off before inserting or removing the battery. 1. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the [OPEN] arrow. 2. Insert the battery in the correct orientation as shown in the illustration. 3. Close the battery cover. To remove the batteries Hold the camera with the battery cover facing upward, then open the battery cover and remove the batteries.
Docking Cradle With the docking cradle, you can position your digital still camera and connect it to other media devices to play back your images, video clips, or voice recording files (output to a TV monitor or another recorder recording device, for example) on your desktop. The cradle will facilitate the battery charge of the camera in conjunction with an AC power adapter. 1. Position the camera on the cradle. 2. Match the docking connectors and carefully insert the camera until it fits in place.
Charging the Battery The state-of-charge of the battery will affect the performance of the digital still camera. To maximize battery performance and lifetime, it is recommended that you fully charge the battery using the optional AC power adapter and then fully discharge it (through normal use) at least one time. Please note that the digital still camera must be powered off before charging the battery. Otherwise, the power will be provided only to the digital still camera. 1. Place the camera on the cradle.
Using the AC Power Adapter 1. Make sure the camera is turned off. 2. Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the jack on the cradle labeled “DC IN 5V.” 3. Connect the other end to an electrical outlet. Use the appropriate international plug adapter (included) depending on the type of electrical outlet in your country. Make sure to use the specified AC power adapter or the camera. Damage caused by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty.
Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory) The digital still camera comes with 10MB of internal memory, allowing you to store video clips, captured images, or voice recording files in the digital still camera. However, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store more files. 1. Always make sure the digital still camera is turned off before inserting or removing a memory card. 2.
GETTING STARTED Turning the Power On/Off Press the button until the digital still camera turns on. To turn the power off, press and hold the button again. Entering the Main Menu After turning on the digital still camera, the Main Menu screen appears. Follow the steps below to select the desired mode: button to turn on the power. 1. Press the 2. Press the MODE button to access in Main Menu screen 3. Use t ,u,▼, or ▲ to choose the desired mode, then press the OK button. 4.
Setting the Date and Time The date/time setting screen will automatically appear: When first turning the camera on. When turning the power on after leaving the camera without battery for an extended period of time. 1. Press the button to turn on the camera. (SETUP)] mode with 2. Press the MODE button and select in [ t, u,▼ or ▲, then press the OK button. 3. Press u to select the [CUSTOM] menu. 4. Use t,u,▼ or ▲ to select [DATE SETUP], then press the OK button. 5.
Choosing the Screen Language Follow the steps below to specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor from the following: , ENGLISH, , , FRANÇAIS, DEUTSCH, ITALIANO and ESPAÑOL. button to turn on the camera. 1. Press the (SETUP)] mode with 2. Press the MODE button to access in [ t, u,▼ or ▲, then press the OK button. 3. Press u to select the [CUSTOM] menu. 4. Use t, u,▼, or ▲ to select [LANGUAGE], then press the OK button. 5. Use ▲ or ▼ to select the language you want.
Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory The term "Formatting" means preparing an "SD Memory Card" to record images; this process is also called "initialization". This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and data. 1. Press the button to turn on the camera. (SETUP)] mode with ▲, 2. Press the MODE button to access in [ ▼, t or u, then press the OK button. The [BASIC] menu is displayed. 3. Use ▲,▼,t, or u to select [FORMAT], then press the OK button. 4.
Setting Image Resolution and Quality As you get to know the digital still camera, you can set the image resolution (number of vertical and horizontal pixels) and image quality (compression ratio) based on the types of images you want to shoot. These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in memory, or on a memory card. Higher resolution and higher quality images provide finer detail but cause the images' file size to be larger.
Using the LCD Monitor Your camera is equipped with a 2.0" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, replay recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and numbers displayed on the monitor may vary according to the current settings. 1. Press the button to turn on the camera. 2. Compose your scene on the LCD monitor. 3. Press the shutter button. The LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a malfunction.
CAMERA MODE Shooting Images 1. Press the button to turn on the power. 2. Press the MODE button to access in [ (CAMERA)] mode with ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button. 3. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main subject is within the focus frame. 4. Press the shutter button down half way to focus the image. When you press the shutter button down half way, the camera's Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image and exposure. 5.
Useful Scene Modes Land & Sea Exposure Programs Your digital still camera offers you nine types of scene modes to capture images easily in a situation that is programmed to handle all adjustments for you by selecting the following shooting conditions.
To use the SCENE mode, follow the steps below: 1. Press the button to turn on the camera. 2. Press ▼/ SCN to access in [SCENE] mode. 3. Use t or u to select the desired scene mode, then press the OK button to confirm. Press ▲ or ▼ to exit from the scene mode. 4. Compose the image and then press the shutter button.
Reviewing the Last Image The camera is equipped with the button, allowing the most recent image to be displayed on the LCD monitor in the / mode. Use the following procedure to preview the last image captured. 1. Press to display the last image captured. The last image displays on the LCD monitor. Press again to return to the normal shooting mode. You can only view the last image with this function. To view all your recorded images, press the MODE button to access in PLAY mode to playback the still images.
Using the Zoom Function This camera is equipped with 3x optical zoom. The lens moves during the optical zoom photography, allowing you to capture telephoto and wide-angle shots. By using the optical zoom function; images appear closer by pressing the T button, or smaller away by pressing the W button. You can further enlarge the subjects with 4x digital zoom by pressing continuously the T button. It is activated after your camera reaches its maximum optical zoom factor (3x).
Using the Macro (Close-Up) Mode on Land With this mode, the cameraís lens switches the auto focus system to focus on subjects that are much closer to the lens. This feature allows you to shoot close-up objects on land, such as small insects or flowers to get the smallest detail. 1. Press the button to turn on the camera. 2. Press ▼/ SCN to access in [SCENE] mode. 3. Use t or u to choose [ (MACRO)], then press the OK button. The icon appears on the LCD monitor. 4.
Using the Sea or Ext. Flash Modes These two scene modes are special exposure programs developed for taking pictures underwater. Sea Mode - Select this mode to take underwater photos without external flash accessory (optional). This exposure program was developed by scuba divers and will produce the best quality underwater images when NOT using the external flash (optional). Ext Flash Mode - Select this mode to take underwater photos with external flash accessory (optional).
Using the Flash The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. You can take an image using a desired flash mode to suit your circumstances. 1. Press the button to turn on the camera. 2. Press the ▲/ button to access in [FLASH] mode. 3. Use ▲,▼,t ,or u to select the desired flash mode, then press the OK button. The flash mode you set will be displayed on the LCD monitor. 4. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
Using the Flash in External Flash Mode When the camera is set to Ext Flash mode the camera’s flash will always fire. This will trigger the SeaLife External Flash (SL960) or Digital Flash (SL960D) to fire. In order to achieve proper image exposure, it may be necessary to select from one of the following three flash modes: NORMAL FLASH - This is the default setting ideal for proper exposure from 1 yd (1m) to 2 yd (2m). MACRO FLASH - This flash setting is ideal for shooting distances inside of 1 yd.
Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be set in [ (CAMERA)] mode. This feature is used in situations such as group shots. 1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface. 2. Press the button to turn on the power. 3. Toggle u / to select the desired self-timer mode. OFF [NO INDICATION] 4. Compose your scene and press the shutter button. The self-timer function is activated and the status of countdown will be displayed on the LCD monitor..
Adjusting the Exposure You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the digital still camera. Use this mode when the proper exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (different between light and dark) between the subject and the background is extremely large. The EV compensation value can be set in the range from -2.0EV to +2.0EV. 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ (CAMERA)] mode with ▲,▼,t , or u , then press the OK button. , then use u to select the [FUNCTION] menu. 2.
Setting White Balance This feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types according to your shooting conditions. 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ (CAMERA)] mode with ▲,▼,t, or u , then press the OK button. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press , then toggle u to select the [AE/AWB] menu. Use ▼ to select [WHITE BALANCE], then press the OK button. Use ▲ or ▼ to select the desired setting. button.
ADVANCED SHOOTING QuickShoot Mode [ ] This feature will greatly reduce the camera’s shutter lag time. Shutter lag is the time difference between pushing the shutter button and capturing the image. All cameras have some shutter lag the camera needs time to set autofocus and evaluate lighting conditions. Without QuickShoot, the camera will have about 1 second shutter lag. When QuickShoot is enabled, the shutter lag is virtually eliminated or about 0.17 seconds.
Continuous Shooting This mode is used for continuous shooting. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ (CAMERA)] mode with ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button. 2. Press , then use u to select the [FUNCTION] menu. 3. Use ▼ to select [CAPTURE MODE], then press the OK button. 4. Use ▲ or ▼ to select [CONTINUOUS ], then press the OK button. 5. To exit from the menu, press the button. The indicator is displayed on the monitor screen.
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. AEB settings can be combined with exposure compensation settings to extend the adjustment range. 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ (CAMERA)] mode with ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button. 2. Press , then use u to select the [FUNCTION] menu. 3. Use ▼ to select [CAPTURE MODE], then press the OK button. 4.
Adjust White Balance Manually Manual white balance lets you configure the digital still camera for a particular light source and other conditions. Note that you must perform manual white balance under the same conditions you will be shooting under. You must also have a white piece of paper or other similar object on hand in order to perform this function. 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ (CAMERA)] mode with ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button. , then toggle u to select the [AE/AWB] menu. 2.
Instant Delete and Quickview Mode When Quickview is turned on, the camera will display the actual picture taken after each shot. You also have the option to instantly delete the last picture taken if you press the shutter button while “DELETE?” message is displayed. 1. Press the MODE button and select [ ] camera mode, then press OK button. 2. Press [ ] menu button. 3. Press u to access FUNCTION settings. 4. Use ▲,▼,t or u the Quick option and press OK button. 5.
PLAY MODE - THE BASICS In the [ (PLAY) ] mode, you can view, magnify, delete images or play video clips back. This mode also provides thumbnail images display and slide show, allowing you to quickly search for the desired image. Viewing Images 1. Press the button to turn on the power. 2. Press the MODE button to access in [ or u, then press the OK button. (PLAY)] mode with ▲,▼,t, 3. In the [ (PLAY) ] mode, use t or u to select the desired images. To view the previous image, press the t button.
Magnifying Images While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you to view the details. The zoom factor is displayed on the screen, showing the current magnification ratio. Images that are being playback can be enlarged in 14 levels of 8 times enlargement. 1. Press the MODE button to access [ or u, then press the OK button. (PLAY) ] mode with ▲,▼,t, 2. In the [ (PLAY) ] mode, use t or u to select the desired images.
Thumbnail Display (Index Playback) This function allows you to view four or nine thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may search for a particular image. 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ or u, then press the OK button. (PLAY)] mode with ▲,▼,t, (PLAY)] mode, press to select [THUMBNAIL] with 2. In the [ the ▲,▼,t, or u button, then press the OK button. 3. Use ▲ or ▼ to choose the desired number of thumbnail images to be displayed, then press the OK button.
Slideshow Display The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This is very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentations. 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ or u, then press the OK button. (PLAY)] mode with ▲,▼,t 2. In the [ (PLAY)] mode, press to select [SLIDE SHOW] with ▲,▼,t or u, then press the OK button. 3. Use ▲ or ▼ to set the slideshow interval, then press the OK button. The slide show starts.
MOVIE MODE Recording Video Clips 1. Press the button to turn on the power. 2. Press the MODE button to access in [ (MOVIE)] mode with ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button. 3. Press the shutter button to start recording. 4. Press the shutter button again to stop recording. VGA T W The function of optical zoom (3x) can be activated before you start to record video clips. Pressing the button switches the LCD monitor display mode.
Playing Back Video Clips 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ or u, then press the OK button. (PLAY)] mode with ▲,▼,t, 2. In the [ (PLAY)] mode, use t or u to go through the images until the video clip you want to play back is displayed. To view the previous image, press the t button. To view the next image, press the u button. 3. Press the shutter button to start playing back the video clips. To pause or resume video playback, press the shutter button. To stop playback, press the OK button.
PLAY MODE - ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Playing Back Images/Video Clips on TV You can also playback your images on a TV screen. Before connecting to any device, make sure to select NTSC/PAL system to match the video output system of the video equipment you are going to connect to the digital still camera, then turn all connected devices off. 1. Position the camera on the cradle. 2. Match the docking connectors and carefully insert the camera until it fits in place. 3.
Rotating Images in the Display This function lets you rotate images so that the images are played back with the correct orientation. You can rotate an image 90 degree clockwise or counterclockwise. 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ (PLAY)] mode with ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button. (PLAY)] mode, use t or u to display the image you want to rotate. 2. In the [ 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to rotate the selected image +900 or -900.
Deleting Images/Video Clips Use this function to delete one or all images/video clips stored in the internal memory or memory card. Please note that the deleted images or video clips cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before deleting a file. To delete a single image/video clip 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ (PLAY)] mode with ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button. 2. Use t or u to select the image you want to delete. 3. Press to delete the file. 4.
Protecting Images/Video Clips Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ or u, then press the OK button. (PLAY)] mode with ▲,▼,t, (PLAY)] mode, press to select [PROTECT] with the 2. In the [ ▲,▼,t, or u button, then press the OK button. 3. Use ▲ or ▼ to choose the desired setting, then press the OK button. [ONE IMAGE]: Protect one image/movie. [ALL IMAGES]: Protect all images/movies (at once). [EXIT]: Exit from this menu. 4.
Setting the DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory card. By using DPOF, you can select an image to be printed and then specify how many prints or which image you would like. Take your memory card to a DPOF enabled printer that accepts memory cards. The DPOF/cardcompatible printer will read the embedded information on the memory card and print your images as specified. To configure print settings for a single image.
Step Figure DPOF ONE IMAGE ALL IMAGES 4 RESET EXIT SELECT IMAGE : SET : DPOF QUANTITY DATE 02 ENABLE BACK : SET : DPOF 5 QUANTITY DATE ENABLE BACK : Procedure Use ▲ or ▼ to select [ONE IMAGE], then press the OK button. [ONE IMAGE]: To configure print settings for a single image. [ALL IMAGES]: To configure print settings for all images. [RESET]: Returns all basic settings to the digital still cameraís default settings. [EXIT]: To exit the mark function, use ▲ or ▼ to select [EXIT].
To configure print settings for all images. Step Figure Procedure Press the MODE button to access in [ button. (PLAY)] mode, then press the OK 1 8/8 PLAY DPOF LOGO 2 (PLAY)] mode, press In the [ press the OK button. to select [DPOF] with ▲,▼,t, or u, then EXIT DPOF EXIT: ENTRY: SELECT ITEM: Use t or u to select the desired image you want to mark DPOF . ONE IMAGE 3 ALL IMAGES RESET EXIT SELECT IMAGE : SET : Use ▲ or ▼ to select [ALL IMAGES], then press the OK button.
Step Figure Procedure DPOF QUANTITY DATE ENABLE 5 BACK : SET CANCEL SET : DPOF QUANTITY DATE ENABLE BACK : ENABLE DISABLE Use ▲ or ▼ to select [DATE] and [ENABLE], then press the OK button to configure the settings. [DATE]: The date of recording can be printed directly on the images. Press the OK button to choose [SET] or [CANCEL] with ▲ or ▼. [ENABLE]: Allows you to confirm your setting which will be saved in the SD card. Press the OK button to choose [ENABLE] or [DISABLE] with ▲ or ▼.
Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF support also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed. Connecting the camera to the printer 1.
Step Figure Procedure Use t or u to select the image you want to print, then press ▼ to set MORE print reservations. 3 * The [PRINT INFO] screen is displayed. SELECT PAGE : CANCEL : PRINT : MORE : Use ▲ or ▼ to select the desired item, then press the OK button. PRINT INFO QUANTITY * Use ▲ or ▼ to change the setting, then press the OK button to confirm. DATE FILE NAME EXIT 4 SELECT ITEM: ENTRY: [QUANTITY] : up to 10. [DATE]: [FILE NAME]: [EXIT]: Specifies the number of prints.
Step Figure Procedure This starts printing and displays the message "TRANSFERRING" on the monitor screen.The message will disappear after the printing finished. TRANSFERRING 7 * To cancel printing: Pressing the OK button during print data transfer displays the screen for selecting whether to [CONTINUE] or [CANCEL] printing. PRINT CONTINUE CANCEL SELECT ITEM : ENTRY: In [PRINT ORDER] Mode: This function only lets you print the specified image based on the previous DPOF settings.
Step Procedure Figure PRINT PAPER SIZE BORDERLESS STANDARD STANDARD 2 EXIT : SELECT: [SIZE]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used. [BORDERLESS]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used. GO: Use ▲ or ▼ to select [PRINT], then press the OK button to confirm. PRINT * The TRANSFERRING screen is displayed. PRINT 3 Use u to access in the selection of paper setting, then press the OK button to print.
Changing the Camera Startup Logo This feature lets you specify one of your recorded images as your setup screen image, which will be displayed on the monitor whenever you press the button to turn on the camera. 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ or u , then press the OK button. (PLAY)] mode with ▲,▼,t, (PLAY)] mode, press to access in [PLAY] menu. 2. In the [ 3. Use ▲,▼,t, or u to select [CHANGE LOGO], then press the OK button. 4. Use ▲ or ▼ to select [EXECUTE], then press the OK button to confirm.
AUDIO MODE The digital still camera enables you to record and playback voice files anytime and anywhere. Recording Voice Files 1. Press the button to turn on the camera. 2. Press the MODE button to access in [ ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button. 1/13 (AUDIO)] mode with AUD_0001 (AUDIO)] mode, use the shutter button to start voice 3. In the [ recording. A indicator is displayed on the screen. Recording stops when you press the shutter button again.
Deleting a Voice Recording File 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ (AUDIO)] mode with ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button. 2. In the [ (AUDIO)] mode, use ▲ or ▼ to select the voice file you want to delete. 3. Press to delete the selected voice file. 4. When the delete message appears, use t or u to select [YES], and then press the OK button. If you wish to cancel the deletion, select [NO].
TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL STILL CAMERA TO COMPUTER After using USB cable to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to share recorded images/video clips/voice-recording files with your family or friends via a email or post them on the Web. In order to do this, you must install the USB driver onto your computer first. Note that before you begin to install the software, you need to check your system according to the table as shown below.
Step 1: Install the USB driver Installation on Windows 98 & 98SE The USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows 98 and 98SE. Windows 2000/ME/XP users need not install the USB driver. 1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 2. When the welcome screen appears, click "Install USB/PC-Cam driver". Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 3. After the USB driver has been installed, restart your computer. Installation on MAC OS 9.0 For Mac OS 9.
Step 2: Connect the digital still camera to your computer 1. Position the camera on the cradle. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the cradle. 3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. 4. Turn the camera on. [USB Mode] screen is displayed. 5. Use ▲ or ▼ to select [PC], then press the OK button. 6. There will be a new "Removable Disk" icon detected in "My Computer", in which contains your recorded images/video clips/ audio files.
Step 3: Download images, video clips or voice-recording files When the digital still camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be a disk drive, just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying them from the "Removable disk" ("untitled" or "unlabeled" disk on a Macintosh) to your computer hard drive. Windows Open the "removable disk" and double click on the DCIM / CAMERA folder to open it to find more folders. Your images are inside these folder(s).
EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Installing Photo Explorer Ulead® Photo Explorer provides a simple and efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute digital media. Acquire photos, video or sound clips from various digital device types and easily browse or add personal descriptions; make timely modifications; or distribute the media through the medium of your choice: E-mail, Print, Slideshow Presentations.
Installing Photo Express Ulead® Photo Express is complete photo project software for digital images. The step-by-step workflow, visual program interface, and in-program help assist users in creating exciting photo projects. Acquire digital photos effortlessly from digital cameras or scanners. Organize them conveniently with the Visual Browse mode. Use hundreds of ready-to-use templates such as albums, cards, posters, slideshows, and more.
USING THE DIGITAL STILL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your digital still camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference with business associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the digital still camera for videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below: Microphone Sound card Speakers or headphones Network or Internet connection Video conferencing (or video editing) software is not included with the digital still camera.
Step 2: Connect the digital still camera to your computer. 1. Position the camera on the cradle. USB 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB port on the cradle. PC 3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to an available USB port PRINTER on your computer. PC CAM 4. Turn on the power. [USB Mode] screen is displayed. SELECT ITEM : 5. Use ▲ or ▼ to select [PC CAM], then press the OK button. 6. Position the digital still camera steadily on top of your computer monitor or use a tripod.
MENU OPTIONS Camera Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images in camera mode. PICTURE FUNCTION AE/AWB PICTURE FUNCTION AE/AWB Q WB QUICK VIEW R G B SELECT MODE: SELECT PAGE: SELECT ITEM: PICTURE FUNCTION EXIT: SELECT MODE: SELECT PAGE: SELECT ITEM: 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ ISO AE/AWB Manual WB EV EXIT: SELECT MODE: SELECT PAGE: SELECT ITEM: EXIT: (CAMERA)] mode with ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button.
PICTURE Settings Option Functional Description SIZE Sets the size of the image that will be captured. * 5M 2560 x 1920 * 3M 2048 x 1536 * M 1280 x 960 * M 640 x 480 * TIFF IMAGE Sets the quality (compression rate) at which the image is captured. * SUPER FINE * FINE NORMAL * 1.2 0.3 QUALITY Q SHARPNESS Sets the level of image sharpness. * HIGH * NORMAL * LOW COLOR Sets the color of the image that will be captured.
FUNCTION Settings Item Functional Description CAPTURE MODE Sets the recording method at the time of taking pictures. SINGLE * S CONTINUOUS * * A AEB LCD BRIGHT Sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of photography. The adjustment range is from -5 to +5. DIGITAL ZOOM Sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of photography. * ON/OFF QUICK VIEW Sets to display a captured image on LCD monitor immediately after you have taken the shot.
AE/AWB Settings Item Functional Description WHITE BALANCE WB ISO ISO MANUAL WB Manual WB EN-78 Sets the white balance photographing under a variety of lighting conditions and permits photographs to be taken that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye. * AUTO AUTO * DAYLIGHT CLOUDY * SUNSET * * TUNGSTEN FLUORESCENT * Sets the sensitivity for taking pictures.
Movie Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. (MOVIE)] mode with 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button. 2. Press to access in [MOVIE] menu. 3. Use ▲,▼,t, or u to select the desired setting, then press the OK button. 4. To exit from the menu, press the button. MOVIE R G B EV SIZE SELECT ITEM: Item Functional Description SIZE Sets the size of the image that will be recorded.
Play Menu In the [PLAY] menu, set which settings are to be used for playback. PLAY 1/ 8 SLIDE SHOW COPY LOGO Index SLIDE SHOW SELECT ITEM: 1. 2. 3. 4. 7/ 8 DPOF R 3SEC EXIT: ENTRY: CHANGE LOGO SELECT ITEM: EXECUTE EXIT: ENTRY: Press the MODE button to access in [ (PLAY)] mode with ▲,▼,t or u, then press the OK button. Press to access in [PLAY] menu. Use ▲,▼,t or u to select the desired setting, then press the OK button. To exit from the playback menu, press the button.
Item Functional Description COPY TO CARD Allows you to copy your files from the digital still cameraís internal memory to a memory card. Of course, you can only do this if you have a memory card installed COPY and some files in internal memory. * YES/NO THUMBNAIL Index Allows you to view 4 or 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor at the same time, which can quickly search for the image that you want. * 4/9 RESIZE Changes the size of a recorded image.
Setup Menu You can select your preferences on the camera settings in the mode. BASIC D SELECT MODE: SELECT PAGE: SELECT ITEM: CUSTOM BASIC FORMAT AUTO Y/M/D AUTO DATE NTSC PAL CUSTOM DATE SELECT MODE: SELECT PAGE: SELECT ITEM: 1. Press the MODE button to access in [ (SETUP)] mode with ▲,▼,t, or u, then press the OK button. The [SETUP] menu is displayed. 2. Press t or u to select the [BASIC] / [CUSTOM] menu. 3. Use ▲,▼,t, or u to select the desired option item, then press the OK button. 4.
BASIC Settings Item Functional Description SPEAKER Sets whether or not to mute the startup sound, and the camera sound each time you press the camera button. * ON/OFF FORMAT Erases all images and reformats the SD card loaded in your camera. Protected images are also erased. SD card cannot be formatted if it is write-protected. Refer to section in this manual titled "Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory" for further details.
CUSTOM Settings Item Functional Description DATE TYPE Sets the displayed type of date and time on the screen. * [Y/M/D]: Year/Month/Day * [D/M/Y]: Day/Month/Year * [M/D/Y]: Month/Day/Year Y/M/D DATE SETUP DATE LANGUAGE Sets the language that is displayed on the LCD monitor. Refer to section in this manual titled "Choosing the Screen Language" for further details.
CONNECTING YOUR CAMERA TO OTHER DEVICES EN-85
SPECIFICATIONS Item Image Sensor Effective pixels Image size Description CCD 5.0 Mega pixels Still image: 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 Video clip: 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Image quality Still image: Super fine, Fine, Normal Recording media 10MB internal memory SD memory card (optional, up to 1GB) Compression format MPEG 4 SP (Video), IMA-ADPCM (Audio) File format JPEG, TIFF, ASF (Video) Lens F-no.: Wide: 2.8 / Tele: 4.9 Focal length: 5.4mm-16.2mm Focus range Normal: 0.5m-infinity Wide: 0.
APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible causes Power does not turn on * * * * Camera suddenly powers down. * Image is not captured when the shutter button is pressed. * * * Continuous shooting is not possible. * * Cannot use the flash to capture images. Cannot transfer files over a USB connection. * * * * Solutions / Corrective Actions * Load new or fully charged battery. * Load the battery in the correct direction. * Close the battery cover correctly.
Possible Number of Recordable Images The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored on the SD memory card. The number of recordable images may vary depending on the recorded subject, the capacity of the memory card, there are files other than images or when the recording is made while switching the picture quality or resolution. Resolution 2560 x 1920 pixels 5M 2048 x 1536 pixels 3M 1280 x 960 pixels 1.2 M 640 x 480 pixels 0.
Approximate Duration of Recording Time The table below indicates the approximate duration of recording time depending on the capacity of the SD memory card. Image size 640 x 480 320 x 240 SD memory card 8MB 0:18 1:13 16MB 0:47 3:08 32MB 1:46 6:58 64MB 3:42 14:38 128MB 7:36 29:58 256MB 15:14 1:00:05 512MB 30:48 2:01:25 The values for the recording time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and settings.
Underwater Housing Instructions Important: Please carefully read and understand these instructions before using camera and housing underwater. DC500 SeaLife DC500 Underwater Housing: Depth rated and tested to 200 ft. (60m) Fully rubbered armored for water and shock protection. Soft rubber grips Fully-multi coated optical glass lens port for high light transmission.
MUST DO for underwater housing: 1. Read and understand the instructions contained in this manual before using the underwater housing. 2. Do not exceed the depth rating of 60m (200ft.) or the housing may leak. 3. Follow these important O-ring care instructions or the waterproof housing may leak. Inspect and clean O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces for sand, hair and other debris before every use. Clean O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces with cleaning brush provided in Care Kit.
Open view of waterproof housing The housing door uses one O-ring to form a waterproof seal. IMPORTANT: Do NOT lubricate O-ring Important: Carefully clean and inspect O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces before each underwater use in accordance with instructions provided in this manual. If O-ring needs to be replaced, contact your local authorized SeaLife dealer or the SeaLife Service Center at (856) 866-9191 or email service@sealife-cameras.
Maintaining a waterproof seal Every SeaLife housing is tested for quality and a waterproof seal. It is your responsibility to properly care for the O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces to maintain a waterproof seal. Carefully follow these important O-ring care instructions. Not following these care instructions may cause the waterproof housing to leak and void your warranty. 1. Carefully inspect O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces for damage (cuts, scratches, tears, cracks, dents and any other imperfections.
4. Replace O-ring every year to ensure proper seal. Only use approved SeaLife O-ring designed for the DC500. Replacement O-rings are available at your local authorized SeaLife dealer. 5. After each use underwater: a. Soak sealed housing in fresh water for about 15 minutes. Most dive boats offer special fresh water buckets specifically for underwater photo equipment.
HOW TO INSTALL AND REMOVE O-RING To Install O-ring: Step 1: O-ring and O-ring groove must be completely clean before installing O-ring. Step 2: Push O-ring into groove as shown being careful not to twist or roll O-ring. Step 3: Use two fingers to push last part of O-ring into groove. Step 4: Carefully close housing to firmly seat O-ring and open housing again to inspect that O-ring is completely seated into groove. Do NOT grease the O-ring.
To Remove O-ring: Step 1: Push O-ring along groove until it lifts. Step 2: Gently lift and remove O-ring from its groove.
HOW TO OPEN AND CLOSE WATERPROOF HOUSING Step 1: Push in locking tab to open latch. Step 2: Open latch all the way to lift and release latch from housing. Step 3: Open Housing as shown so inner camera does not fall out.
Step 4: Close housing and push down on latch as shown to firmly seat latch into housing. Step 5: Push down latch until locking tab clicks into place.
Installing the Flash Link optical cable adapter The Flash Link adapter connects the SeaLife Flash Link optical cable (item # SL962 - optional accessory) to the DC500 camera. This adapter is only needed when using the SeaLife External Flash (item # SL960 – optional accessory) or Digital Flash (item # SL960D – optional accessory). It is strongly recommended to purchase the Flash Link optical cable accessory if you are using a SeaLife external Flash to ensure it fires all the time.
Step 3:Attach adapter around housing lens port so that it is seated into the flash window recess. If using two Flash Links, attach other cable in second hole and follow above instructions.
How to set-up the Waterproof Housing Set up camera 1. Insert charged battery (Lithium ion type 3.7V 650 mAh). Make sure you insert the batteries with the correct + and – polarity. 2. Clean camera lens with dry, clean cotton cloth. 3. Remove camera strap since this may prevent the camera from correctly seating itself inside the housing. 4. Set camera to Sea mode. If you are using an External Flash, set camera to External Flash mode.
6. Do not allow any water droplets to get inside housing. This will cause the inside of the housing to fog. 7. Close housing lid tightly. Make sure there are no obstructions that prevent the housing from closing. Make sure lid is tightly pressed into housing. 8. Close housing latch. Make sure the lid is pressed evenly against the housing body look for obvious gaps which indicates something is trapped. The housing may leak if the lid is not evenly against the housing when closed.
Using and cleaning the underwater housing and camera Entering the water with housing 1. Do not enter water with camera in your hand. Have someone hand you the camera after you have entered the water. 2. For tips on taking pictures, see “Great Pictures Made Easy” on page 104. 3. Inspect housing for any leaks right after submerging housing. check leak detection window. After using housing underwater 1. Before entering dive boat, hand the housing to someone on the boat. 2.
Prepare housing for storage 1. Before storing the housing and camera, remove batteries, SD card and keep in a clean dry area. Make sure the housing and any accessories are clean and dry before storage. 2. Never store camera or housing in direct sunlight or in a dark damp area. The airtight, unbreakable SeaLife ReefMaster Dry Case (Item # SL930) is highly recommended along with 1-oz bags of SeaLife Moisture Muncher Desiccant (Item # M101) for travel and storage. 3.
3. Move calmly and control your buoyancy before taking a picture. It is very hard to take good pictures when you are moving. Look around for great picture opportunities. First position yourself at the best angle, and neutralize your buoyancy. Second, use the LCD monitor to perfectly frame your subject, check your shooting distance and keep the camera steady. Third, be calm and patient: Sometimes you have to wait a little bit so the fish that were frightened away, come back.
7. Use the QuickShoot Mode for fast moving objects. Some fish move very fast and are difficult to photograph. Using the QuickShoot Mode allows you to set the focusing and exposure for a particular underwater scene. When the QuickShoot mode is enabled, the camera’s shutter lag (shutter response time) is less than 1 second so you don’t miss the fish. Inn SeaMode, shutter lag is 0.68 seconds when QuickShoot is enabled. In External Flash mode, shitter lag is 0.17 seconds when QuickShoot is enabled.
Trouble shooting guide Problem No Power Possible cause Battery power low Corrective Action Battery + and - not inserted Check that the battery is correctly. inserted correctly Power save function activated.. Turn camera back on. Camera damaged Contact service center. Camera gets hot Constant use of camera. No PC connection USB cable not connected to USB port. Slow PC connection time. No Video Connection This is normal. Inspect connection ports.
Problem Poor Video connection Possible cause Video cable not fully inserted into camera or TV “Memory full” message Memory storage is full. Pictures out of focus Dirty lens. Fogged housing lens. Low water visibility Auto focus not set Grainy picture EN-108 Dark light conditions. Corrective Action Make sure video cable is completely inserted into video jack of camera docking station. Also check that connection to TV/VCR is correct. Delete images or download to PC. Insert empty CF card.
Problem Overexposed image Possible cause To close to reflective object. Flash not firing Flash on Auto and is not needed. Finger over flash window Improper operating mode Lost images Defective SD card. Defective internal memory. Using camera with low battery power. Housing leaks water O-ring not clean or is damaged Corrective Action Move farther away from subject (4’ to 6’). Turn flash head slightly away from subject. Use External Flash Diffuser (SL968) and set camera to macro flash.
Housing Specifications Underwater housing: Depth: Individual depth tested to 200’ (60m) Controls: Control buttons for power, Shutter, Zoom, LCD, Menu, Mode, 4 navigation buttons, OK and Delete buttons O-ring: Silicone Lens port: Fully multi-coated optical glass lens port with snap-on ring to adapt accessory lenses. LCD: Optical grade polycarbonate window Tripod Mount: Standard 1/4-20 tripod threads to adapt accessories.
