Rca MACINTOSH CDS1000 User Manual

Important InformationAttention: Macintosh* UsersPlease download the digital camera twaindriver for the Macintosh* computer from theThomson Direct webs

First Things First6Using AC AdapterTo power the camera from an electricaloutlet, use the supplied AC adapter. Toattach the adapter to your digital cam

7First Things FirstAuto Power OffTo prolong battery life, if no buttons or switches are pressed for a certain amount oftime, the camera turns off auto

First Things First8Recording PicturesSince there needs to be pictures taken before the camerawill display stored files, let’s walk through the steps t

9First Things FirstFrame Your PictureThere are two ways to frame a picture; with the opticalviewfinder or with the camera’s LCD monitor.The actual pic

First Things First10Viewing Stored ImagesThe images stored on the CompactFlash card can beviewed on the camera’s LCD monitor, viewed on a TVscreen, or

11First Things FirstLoading Images on a ComputerImages stored in your camera can be uploaded to yourcomputer by using the supplied RS-232C digitalconn

13Setting PreferencesYour camera has two Main Menus, one forPLAY mode and the other for REC.On-screen menusTo get the most benefit from your digitalca

Setting Preferences14MAIN MENUCAPTURE: SINGLEPRE FLASH: OFFWHITE BAL.: AUTOEXPOSURE: 0.0FOCUS: AUTOSHARPNESS: NORMALCOLOR: NORMALDATE DISP.: OFFThe re

15Setting PreferencesNOTE:Remember, to exit the Main Menuat any time, just press the MENUbutton on top of the camera.Adjusting exposure controlsManual

Date: 12/3/99Model Number: CDS1000TOCOM 15549800Selecting ImagesTo select images one by one: pressthe Control key (Command key onthe Macintosh) and

Setting Preferences16Adjusting focusManual adjustment of focus allows youto determine where the camera’s lenswill concentrate. While you can allowthe

17Setting PreferencesAdjusting date and time displayOne setting you may definitely want toadjust before your first photo shoot isdate and time display

Setting Preferences18MAIN MENUERASE ALL: >>ERASE SINGLE: >>PROTECT IMAGE: >>FORMAT CARD: >>DATE DISP.: OFFDATE OPTION: M/D/YSE

19Setting PreferencesIn the PLAY mode Main Menu, selectPROTECT IMAGE using the up (+/ )or down (–/ ) button to move thehighlight arrow. Press the ENTE

Setting Preferences20Displaying the dateDate display affects on-screen viewingonly. Captured images that are capturedwill not show the date and time a

21Camera FeaturesCamera FeaturesDigital cameras have a variety of features tohelp capture the best possible picture. Fromdifferent methods of flash ph

Camera Features22Flash PhotographyUsing Auto FlashYour camera has three flash modes; ON, OFF, andAUTO. If set to AUTO, the camera uses a sensor todete

23Camera FeaturesUsing the Self-Timer ModeThis mode is used not only for close-up pictures, but alsofor distant scenic shots. When taking a scenic pic

Camera Features24Control ButtonsMacro Mode (ENTER/MACRO button)To capture subjects in the range of 0.1 m to 0.5 m, the cameraprovides a macro auto foc

25Camera Featuressee full size. Once the image you want is selected,display it in full size by pressing the ENTER/MACRObutton. Pressing the QUALITY/IN

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Camera Features26DISPLAY buttonIn both record and play modes, the DISPLAY button ontop of the digital camera makes most icons/indicatorsappear or disa

27Camera Features• For more information about switches, buttons andcamera interface, see, First Things First, in thismanual.Monitor on-statusPressing

Camera Features28LCD Icons1999, 08, 26 04:37E0003ADate and Time DisplayACAdapterindicatorEconomy Picture quality.Could also be Normal(no icon), or Fi

29ReferencesIntroduction to the camera’sTWAIN DriverUsing the provided TWAIN application allows the transferof photos from the digital camera to a com

References30Connect the camera to the computerNow that there are images on the camera, you can connect itto the computer and “upload” the data to the

31ReferencesOnce you have selected the digitalcamera as your source for images, theTWAIN driver interface will take over.The software will automatical

References32Select None of the ImagesUsing this button to select none of theimages.Take a PictureUse this button to take a picture withyour camera fro

33ReferencesCamera StatusUse this button to display camera statusinformation.Record mode: Previews the picture tobe taken and displays it on the camer

References34Basic Button FunctionalityButton PLAY Mode REC ModePower Power on/off Power on/offQuality/Index Thumbnail View Quality E/N/FSelectEnter /M

35ReferencesSpecificationsProduct Type: Digital Still CameraImaging Device: 1/2-inch CCD, 1.5M pixels, progressive scanningImage Quality: Fine/Normal/

Important Safety Information* Be sure to read all the safety information on this page and inside themanual before you begin to use this product.iProdu

References36Taking care of your cameraYour camera is a precision instrument designed and manufactured to give you reliableservice. Handled and cared f

37ReferencesTroubleshootingQ: The camera doesn’t turn on when I press the power button.A: The batteries are missing, dead, or are not loaded correctly

References38Q: Why does an “ERASE ERROR” message appear on the LCD when erasinga picture?A: A power interruption occurred before the erasing of a pict

39ReferencesLimited WarrantyWhat your warranty covers:• Any defect in materials or workmanship.For how long after your purchase:• One year - Unit exch

References40To receive a replacement camera after we have received your unit:• Write the RA number on the outside of the carton used to return the uni

41IndexAAC Adaptor 6AC power socket 4AC Power Supply 3Accessories 3included 3order form 43Assistance 1, 3Auto Flash detector 4Auto flash detec

Index42LCD Icons (Cont.)AC adapter indicator28date and time display28flash setting 28flash settings 28picture number 28picture quality indicator28

43AccessoriesOrder Form for Digital Camera Model CDS4100Description Part No. Price Qty. TotalCompactFlash Cards16 Mb PC16CF $99.9532 Mb PC32CF $149.95

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45AccessoriesTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer.If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order bytelephone

1We want to make sure you enjoy your new digital still camera. If you have anyquestions, call:Digital Camera Exchange Warranty . 877-833-3491Customer

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2Table of ContentsCamera Features (Cont.)Using the Self-Timer Mode ... 23LCD Brightness Control Dial 23Control Buttons ... 24Macro M

3First Things FirstThis section describes the steps necessary to set up your digital camera to record andsave pictures. For detailed feature options

First Things First4Camera DetailsA Shutter release buttonB LCD ON/OFF buttonC (Self Timer)/+ (plus) buttonD ZOOM buttonE (Flash)/– (minus) buttonF D

5First Things FirstAttach the StrapDropping a camera can cause serious damage bothinternally and externally. So, to secure your investment,attach the