Trust Computer Products Digital Camera 1290Z User Manual

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User’s manual  
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Read the ‘Quick Installation Guide’ before using the camera for the first time.  
The basic functions of the camera are described here.  
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CONTENTS  
1
Introduction  
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1.1  
Some general comments about photography  
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Safety  
2.1  
Batteries  
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6
Approval  
Explanation of the camera functions  
Inserting and removing the batteries  
Inserting the memory  
6.1  
Formatting the memory  
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8
User settings  
7.1  
7.2  
Setting the language of the OSD menu  
Setting the date  
Taking photographs (  
)
8.1  
8.2  
8.3  
8.4  
8.5  
Zooming in and out  
Selecting the mode  
Self timer (  
Focusing  
Flash  
)
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Recording video clips (  
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10 Viewing pictures / videos  
10.1  
10.2  
10.3  
Display on the camera (  
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Connecting the camera to a computer  
Playback on television  
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11  
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11 Additional settings  
11.1  
11.2  
11.3  
11.4  
Capture mode  
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Settings in the Playback mode  
Settings in the SETUP mode  
Fitting the wrist strap  
12 Software  
12.1  
12.2  
12.3  
12.4  
Trust Photo Site  
MGI PhotoSuite SE version 4.0  
MGI Photovista  
Deleting software and drivers  
13 Verification after installation (Windows)  
14 Troubleshooting  
15 Technical specifications  
16 Warranty conditions  
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1
Introduction  
This instruction manual is for users of the TRUST 1290Z POWERC@M OPTICAL  
ZOOM. The camera is equipped with a 4 megapixel sensor and an optical zoom lens.  
The photos are saved on the memory card supplied with the camera.  
1.1  
Some general comments about photography  
Taking test pictures  
Before taking pictures of a unique event it is sensible to take some test pictures first.  
This is to make sure that the camera is working properly.  
No damages can be claimed for a picture which is not satisfactory.  
No damages can be claimed for unsatisfactory pictures caused by faulty working of  
your camera or software etc.  
Exchanging picture data  
No guarantees are given that pictures made with this camera can be reproduced on  
other apparatus, or that pictures made with other apparatus can be reproduced on  
this camera.  
Sunlight  
Do not point the camera at the sun for long periods as this can damage the sensor.  
Knocking / shaking  
Do not shake the camera or knock it against something. This may cause a fault,  
unsuccessful photographs, memory incompatibility or the loss of photographs from  
the memory.  
LCD display  
Small black or bright spots can sometimes be seen on a LCD display. This is a  
normal occurrence and has no influence on the quality of the image recorded by the  
camera. When there are no more than 10 of these spots it is not necessary to  
exchange the camera.  
Exposing the LCD display to sunlight for a long time can cause defects.  
Lens  
Keep the glass of the lens clean. Use a cotton wool stick to clean the lens. If  
necessary, use special cleaning fluid for camera lenses. Do not use any other  
cleaning materials.  
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Safety  
Read the following instructions carefully before using:  
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The Trust 1290Z0 PowerC@m Optical Zoom does not require any special  
maintenance. Use a slightly moist soft cloth to clean the camera.  
Do not use any aggressive materials such as petroleum spirit or turpentine.  
These can affect the materials used.  
Never immerse the camera in a fluid. This can be dangerous and damage the  
product. Do not use the camera in the vicinity of water.  
Do not try to repair the camera yourself.  
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Batteries  
The Duracell Ultra batteries supplied with the device are not rechargeable. Do  
not try to recharge these batteries. This can give rise to danger of an  
explosion.  
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Do not throw the batteries into a fire. The batteries could explode.  
Do not drill through the batteries.  
Keep the batteries out of reach of small children.  
Use solely NiMH AA batteries with this camera (at least 1800mAh).  
When the alkaline batteries (including Duracell Ultra batteries) are empty, ask  
your local authority where you can dispose of them.  
N.B.:  
N.B.:  
standard NiCd AA batteries are unsuitable for use with this camera.  
do not use old and new batteries together, since the old batteries may  
drain the new batteries.  
N.B.:  
remove the batteries if the camera is not to be used for a longer period  
of time. This will prolong the life of the batteries.  
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Approval  
This product conforms with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions  
stipulated by the applicable European directives. The Declaration of Conformity  
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Explanation of the camera functions  
Please refer to Figures 1a to 1d inclusive.  
Item  
Explanation  
Description  
1
Shutter release  
button  
Press this button to take a photograph.  
2
Selector dial  
Dial for the selection of the mode.  
SETUP  
Setup mode: For the adjustment  
of the settings.  
Capture mode: Taking  
photographs. (Section 8)  
Playback mode: Display  
photograph(s). (Section 10)  
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Video mode: Recording a video  
clip (Section 9)  
3
Power Button  
Flash  
Press the button to switch on the camera.  
Press the button again to switch off the  
camera.  
4
5
Use the built-in flash to highlight the subject.  
Automatic exposure  
indicator  
Illuminated/flashes when the automatic  
exposure function is used. (Section 8.3)  
6
Lens cover  
Protects the lens when the camera is not in  
use.  
Slide the button downwards to open the  
cover.  
7
Lens  
The lens focuses the image on the digital  
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Item  
Explanation  
Description  
image capturing circuitry. Make sure that the  
lens remains free of dust and fingerprints;  
take care not to scratch the lens.  
8 +  
10  
Viewfinder  
The viewfinder is used to determine the  
format of the photograph and its composition.  
The actual photograph is taken through the  
lens, not the viewfinder. The image may differ  
when the digital zoom is used.  
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Indicator  
Indicates the current camera mode.  
Button to scroll through the menu, or  
Å” button: macro function (Section 8.4)  
Æ” button: automatic exposure (Section 8.3)  
Ç” button: mode (Section 8.2)  
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Control buttons  
È” button: flash settings (Section 8.5)  
12  
13  
"W" button (zoom  
out)  
Use the Zoom-out button to zoom out on the  
subject while in Capture mode.  
"T" button (zoom in)  
Use the Zoom-in button to zoom in on the  
subject while in Capture mode.  
14  
15  
Indicator  
Indicates the status of the memory.  
LCD display  
Use the LCD display to preview photos.  
In the Setup menu the LCD display can be  
used to view the configuration.  
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17  
“MENU” Button:  
“ENTER” button  
Press the “MENU” button to enter the menu.  
Use the “ENTER” button to confirm or perform  
a function.  
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19  
“DISPLAY” button  
Used to determine the presentation on the  
LCD display. Turning the LCD display off will  
save batteries.  
Hook for the  
carrying strap  
For your convenience, attach the carrying  
strap to the hook on the camera.  
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21  
22  
Battery cover  
Protects the batteries.  
Memory card cover  
USB connection  
Protects the memory card.  
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used  
to connect the camera to a PC for the transfer  
of photos.  
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24  
Tripod socket  
Use the tripod socket to fit a tripod to the  
camera. This optional accessory is used to  
stabilize the camera. This is ideal for  
photography when little light is available, e.g.  
at night.  
Video-out  
connection / adapter  
connection  
Connect your video-out cable to your TV and  
this socket to use the television to preview  
your images.  
You can also connect an adapter (not  
supplied with the camera) to this socket.  
Table 1: camera functions  
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Preparing the camera for use  
Inserting and removing the batteries  
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Follow the instructions given below to insert or remove the batteries  
N.B.:  
make sure the camera is turned off.  
Open the battery cover and insert the batteries into the battery compartment as  
indicated on the inside of the battery cover. Close the battery cover.  
When the battery voltage begins to fall the battery indicator ( ) will be shown in the  
LCD display. Replace the batteries in time.  
N.B.:  
N.B.:  
the camera case will become warm during use. This is normal.  
after inserting or replacing the batteries you will need to reset the date  
and the time (see Section 7.2)  
N.B.:  
turn off the LCD display to prolong the life of the batteries.  
Battery life: It is preferable to use Ni-MH batteries rather than Alkaline batteries in  
digital cameras. Trust’s product range includes a variety of Ni-MH battery chargers.  
(please refer to www.trust.com/battery-chargers)  
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Inserting the memory  
A memory card is supplied with this camera. You can save a number of photos on  
this card. We recommend the purchase of a memory card with a larger capacity. This  
will enable you to save more photographs (Table 2).  
Memory cards can be purchased from, for example, a photography store.  
Image quality  
Fine:  
8MB  
16MB  
11  
32MB  
23  
64MB  
48  
128MB  
97  
3
7
22  
47  
96  
195  
Standard  
(STD)  
11  
44  
34  
72  
149  
553  
301  
Basic  
129  
270  
1118  
Economy  
(ECO)  
Table 2: list of storage capacities  
N.B.:  
N.B.:  
to avoid damage to the memory card or the camera, turn the  
camera off before inserting or removing the memory card.  
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do not remove the memory card when the indicator is flashing.  
Follow the instructions given below to insert the memory card.  
Open the memory-card cover (21, Figure 1d) and insert the memory card as  
indicated in the holder. Press the memory card into the slot until it clicks in place.  
Remove the memory card by pushing it to release the lock. Remove the memory  
card.  
N.B.:  
the memory card fits only in one way in the camera. Do not force the  
card into the slot. This can damage both the memory card and the  
camera.  
The external memory card needs to be formatted for optimum use. See Section 6.1.  
N.B.:  
never remove the memory card while the camera is processing data.  
(the green indicator is flashing (14, Figure 1c). This can result in the  
loss of data, or defects.  
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Symbol  
Mode  
Description  
Photo, Playback, Video  
No memory card in the camera.  
Photo, Playback, Video  
The camera is unable to recognize  
the card. Check that the card has  
been inserted correctly. Format the  
card using the external card reader.  
Playback  
No images stored on the memory  
card.  
Photo, Video  
Playback  
Memory card is full. No more  
images can be stored on the card.  
Playback not possible, for example  
because the recording is damaged.  
Table 3: memory symbols shown on the LCD display  
6.1  
Formatting the memory  
For the optimum use of the internal memory or a memory card format the memory  
before use.  
N.B.:  
formatting the memory card will delete all data stored on the  
card, inclusive of the images which have been write-protected.  
N.B.:  
1.  
the card cannot be formatted in the write-protected mode (Lock).  
Switch on the camera, and turn the selector dial to “SETUP”  
Press the “MENU” button. See Figure 3.  
2.  
3.  
Select [CARD FORMATTING] using the “Ç” button or the “È“ button  
Press the “ENTER” button.  
4.  
5.  
Select [YES] using the “Ç” button or the “È“ button  
Press the “ENTER” button. The memory card will now be formatted.  
6.  
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User settings  
7.1  
Setting the language of the OSD menu  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Switch on the camera, and turn the selector dial to “SETUP”  
Press the “MENU” button.  
Select [LANGUAGE] using the “Ç” button or the “È“ button (options: English,  
German, French, Italian, and Spanish)  
4.  
5.  
Select the language using the “Å” button or the “Æ” button  
Your choice will be saved if you  
a.  
b.  
c.  
Press the “ENTER’, “Ç” or “È” buttons  
Change to another mode  
Switch off the camera  
7.2  
Setting the date  
1.  
2.  
Switch on the camera, and turn the selector dial to “SETUP”  
Press the “MENU” button. See Figure 3.  
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Select [DATE SETTING] using the “Ç” button or the “È“ button  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Press the “ENTER” button. See Figure 4.  
Use the “Ç” or “È” button to select [YEAR/MONTH/DAY/HOUR/MINUTE/  
OPTION]  
Use the “Å” or “Æ” button to adjust the setting  
6.  
Press the “MENU” button to save the settings  
Basic use of the camera  
Taking photographs (  
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Please consult the Quick Installation Guide.  
Make sure that the batteries and the memory card have been fitted to the camera.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Open the lens cover  
Switch on the camera, and turn the selector dial to Capture mode (  
)
Use the viewfinder or the LCD display to position the camera on the subject  
Press the shutter release button half-way in; the camera will adjust the  
exposure settings and the focus. Press the shutter release button fully in.  
5.  
The photo will now be saved on the memory card.  
N.B.:  
it may take a little while to save the photograph. You will need to  
wait about 10 seconds before you can take the next photo.  
N.B.:  
hold the camera steady to avoid taking blurred photos.  
8.1  
Zooming in and out  
This camera has an optical zoom (3x) and a digital zoom (2x).  
You can use the Zoom-in (T) or Zoom-out (W) buttons to reduce or increase the  
camera's field of view. Use the LCD display or the viewfinder (solely optical display)  
to preview the effect of the zoom function.  
Digital zoom  
The digital zoom enables you to magnify the image by a factor of 2.  
Zoom in completely on the subject (keep the “T” button pressed in).  
Briefly release the “T” button, and then press it in again. This will activate the digital  
zoom. The  
symbol will be shown on the LCD display.  
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N.B.:  
the digital zoom can decrease the image quality.  
8.2  
Selecting the mode  
Use the “Ç” button (  
) to switch between the camera’s various programmed  
settings.  
Symbol  
Mode  
Description  
none  
Normal  
Normal mode. You can adjust the settings in  
the menu.  
Portrait  
Used to photograph people. The camera  
focuses on the person, and the background  
is less sharp.  
Landscape  
Used to photograph landscapes such as  
mountains.  
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Symbol  
Mode  
Description  
Night view  
Used to take photographs when little light is  
available. The camera uses a longer  
exposure time. The flash will be used.  
N.B.:  
the use of a tripod is recommended  
when the camera is set to this  
mode.  
Note:  
the macro function cannot be  
activated.  
Table 4: mode settings  
8.3  
Self timer (  
)
This function enables you to take a delayed photograph. The function can be used to  
take a self-portrait, a photograph of a group, or a macro photo (a close-up).  
Use the “Æ” button ( ) to set the self-timer.  
Press the shutter release button fully in to take a photo with the self-timer.  
The self-timer indicator (5, Figure 1b) will light for 7 seconds, and then begin to flash.  
The photo has been taken once the indicator is no longer illuminated/flashing.  
The self-timer is switched off again after the photo has been taken.  
Note:  
you can interrupt the self-timer function by pressing the shutter  
release button again.  
8.4  
Focusing  
Use the “È” button ( ) to adjust the camera’s focus.  
Symbol Distance Description  
70 cm – infinite (~) Auto focus: this setting is optimized for portrait  
photos of other people.  
10 - 70 cm (Wide)  
25 – 70 cm (Tele)  
Infinite (~)  
Macro mode (for close-up photos).  
The focus is optimized for landscape photos; the  
lens is focused such that all objects in the field of  
view are equally sharp.  
Table 5: focus settings  
Note:  
when the camera is used in the “Auto focus” mode you will need  
to press the shutter release button half-way in to focus the  
camera. The camera will now focus on the subject. Press the  
shutter release button fully in. (Do not release the shutter release  
button once the camera has focused on the subject)  
8.5  
Flash  
You can use the flash when there is insufficient ambient light, and to fill-in the subject  
when photographing against the light.  
It will take about 10 seconds to charge the flash when the batteries are new. The  
LCD display is extinguished whilst the flash is charging. The status indicator flashes.  
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Function  
Symbol  
Status  
Automatic  
The camera automatically uses the flash when so  
required.  
On  
The flash will be used for all photographs. This is  
ideal when fill-in flash is needed (against the light).  
N.B.: the flash is turned off in burst mode.  
Off  
The flash is not used.  
Red-eye  
reduction  
The flash will be automatically used when there is  
insufficient light; an advance flash will be used to  
reduce the red-eye effect.  
Table 6: summary of flash settings  
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Recording video clips (  
)
You can use this function to record video clips of a maximum duration of 30 seconds.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the selector dial to video mode (  
)
Press the shutter release button to begin recording. The camera will then  
make a recording until 30 seconds have passed or the shutter release button  
is pressed again.  
N.B.:  
N.B.:  
the digital zoom cannot be used.  
you cannot zoom in or out during the recording.  
10 Viewing pictures / videos  
10.1  
Display on the camera (  
)
To view photos turn the selector dial to Playback mode and switch on the camera.  
The last photo you took will be displayed.  
The default Playback method is to display individual photos on the full screen. Press  
the “Å” button or “Æ” button to browse through the photos stored in the memory.  
N.B.:  
you will need to wait about 5 seconds before the photo is shown  
on the LCD display, allowing you to browse to the next photo  
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Enlarging photos  
You can use the Zoom buttons (T)/(W) to display a photograph in more detail. The  
default zoom setting is 1.0x  
Press the zoom-in button (T) to increase the zoom factor from 1.0x to 4.0x in 1.0x  
increments. Press the zoom-out button (W) to reduce the zoom factor/  
You can use the “Ç“, “Æ”, “È” and “Å” buttons to browse through the photos.  
Thumbnails  
Press the “DISPLAY” button until the thumbnails are shown on the LCD display.  
In Thumbnail Review mode up to nine photographs are displayed simultaneously on  
the LCD display. You can use the “Ç“, “Æ”, “È” and “Å” buttons to browse through  
the thumbnails.  
To return to Full-Screen view select the required photo and press the “ENTER”  
button. The selected picture will then expand to fill the entire LCD display.  
Video recordings  
Press the “ENTER” button to start the playback of the video. Press the “ENTER”  
button to interrupt the playback of the video. Press the “ENTER” button again to  
continue the playback.  
Whilst the playback is interrupted you can use the “Å” and “Æ” buttons to browse to  
the previous/next shot.  
Erasing an image  
1.  
Select the image you wish to erase  
2.  
Press the “MENU” button.  
3.  
Select [ERASE SINGLE IMAGE]  
4.  
Press the “ENTER” button.  
5.  
Select [YES] and press “ENTER” to erase the image.  
Press the “MENU” button to return to the normal playback mode.  
6.  
N.B.:  
you cannot erase images which are protected or set ready for  
printing.  
10.2  
Connecting the camera to a computer  
This Section explains how the camera can be connected to a computer for the  
transfer of images.  
Before you connect the camera to the computer you must complete the following  
steps:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Install the driver (only for Windows 98)  
Connecting the camera to a computer  
Copying photos/video-clips to the computer  
Section 10.2.1  
Section 10.2.2  
Section 10.2.3  
10.2.1  
Installing the driver (only for Windows 98)  
N.B.:  
do not connect the camera to your computer before you install  
the driver.  
1.  
Insert the CD-ROM in your computer’s CD-ROM drive. The installation  
program will start automatically. If it does not start automatically, carry out the  
following:  
a.  
b.  
Select 'Run' from the Windows Start menu.  
Key in [D:\setup.exe] and click ‘OK’  
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2.  
The Trust Software Installer window will be displayed (Figure 5). Select the  
language (in the top right-hand corner) you wish to use during the installation.  
3.  
4.  
Select ‘Install driver’  
Follow the directions displayed on the monitor, and restart the computer if so  
advised.  
10.2.2  
Connecting the camera to the computer (Windows and  
Macintosh)  
1.  
2.  
Connect the small connector of the USB cable to the camera. (22, Figure 1d)  
Connect the large end of the USB cable to an empty USB port on your  
computer (Figure 7). The Windows “New Hardware” Wizard will automatically  
detect the camera and guide you through the installation procedure.  
The desktop of a Macintosh will be supplemented by an “UNLABELED” icon  
10.2.3  
Copying photos/video-clips to the computer  
When the camera is connected to your computer the digital camera will behave like  
any other exchangeable disk drive connected to your computer. Copying images from  
your camera to the hard drive is then as easy as copying files from a floppy disk, ZIP  
drive, or CD-ROM.  
N.B.:  
some time may be required to copy the photos from the camera  
to the computer (8MB/80sec) (www.trust.com/cardreaders)  
10.2.3.1  
PC  
Make sure than the camera is connected to the computer, and that the camera is  
switched on.  
1.  
Windows XP: on connecting the camera a “Removable disk” window will be  
displayed on the monitor. (Figure 8). Select the option “Open folder to view  
files using Windows Explorer”. Skip Step 2.  
2.  
Open Windows Explorer. The contents of your computer will be displayed,  
inclusive of all your disk drives; provided your camera is connected properly  
the content of the camera's memory will be shown in an extra “Removable  
Disk” disk drive.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Select the digital camera’s ‘Removable Disk’ station.  
Open the DCIM -> 100PRDSC folder  
Select the photos and drag them to a directory, for example “My Pictures”, on  
your computer’s hard drive.  
10.2.3.2  
Macintosh  
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Make sure than the camera is connected to the Mackintosh, and that the camera is  
switched on.  
Open de UNLABELED folder on the desktop, and then open the “DCIM” ->  
100PRDSC folder  
You can view the images using a suitable program.  
10.3  
Playback on television  
The camera can be connected to a TV or video to playback your photos and / or  
video-clips. A standard RCA video cable is supplied with the camera.  
Setting video-out  
The camera’s TV-OUT should be set to PAL. This standard is the most usual  
standard used in Europe. See Table 9.  
Connecting the camera to a TV:  
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1.  
2.  
Connect one end of the video cable to the camera’s video-out connection.  
(24, Figure 1d)  
Connect the other end of the video cable to your TV. Your TV needs an input  
for video signals (yellow RCA plug). The yellow plug is used for the image  
signal.  
You will need an adapter if your TV has only a SCART plug. This can be  
purchased from most TV and radio stores.  
3.  
4.  
Adjust the TV to video-input display.  
Switch on your camera. The camera’s image will now be displayed on your  
TV. To display all images set the camera to slide show (Table 8). Each image  
is displayed for 2 seconds.  
N.B.:  
when you use the camera in slide show mode the image will be  
displayed on the TV for 2 seconds; about 5 seconds will elapse  
before the next image is displayed.  
Note:  
Note:  
Note:  
make sure you use the PAL setting in Europe. The use of the  
incorrect standard will result in a fuzzy black-and-white image.  
the camera’s video-out output is not suitable for use with your  
TV’s aerial connection. Your TV needs a Video-in connection.  
if you do not see an image and you hear a loud humming sound  
through the speakers you may have connected the image plug to  
the incorrect socket. Check the connections.  
Other settings  
11 Additional settings  
11.1  
Capture mode  
Press the “MENU” button to adjust the additional settings.  
Use the “Ç” and “È” buttons to select the function  
Use the “Å” and “Æ” buttons to adjust the setting  
Option  
Possible  
settings  
Icon  
Explanation  
Mode  
[Single]  
Takes one photograph when the  
shutter release button is pressed  
[Burst]  
Takes three successive  
photographs when the shutter  
release button is pressed  
[Quality]  
[Fine]  
[Eco]  
Set the camera’s resolution  
(Table 2).  
[Basic]  
[STD]  
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[ISO  
Sensitivity]  
[100]  
Set the ISO sensitivity. The  
amount of light required to take a  
good photo decreases with  
increase in ISO setting.  
[200]  
[400]  
[0.00]  
[Exposure]  
Set the exposure time.  
Adjustable from –1.50 -> 0 ->  
1.50 in 0.25 increments  
(also for the  
Video mode)  
[White  
Balance]  
[AWB]  
Use the AWB setting for the  
optimum brightness (lighting) of  
the photo.  
(also for the  
Video mode)  
[Daylight]  
[Fluorescent]  
[Tungsten]  
[Spot]  
Use when taking photos outdoors  
or in brightly-lit conditions.  
Use when taking photos with  
fluorescent lighting.  
Use when taking photographs  
with tungsten lighting.  
[Photometry]  
The exposure settings are  
determined by the light falling on  
the subject in the middle of the  
field  
[Center  
weighted]  
The exposure settings are  
determined by the lighting falling  
on all subjects in the field  
[AE mode]  
[Normal]  
Normal exposure time  
[Creative]  
A longer exposure time. Ideal for  
a still life.  
[Action]  
A short exposure time, ideal for a  
motion shot.  
Table 7: summary of the menu settings in the Capture mode  
11.2  
Settings in the Playback mode  
Switch on the camera, and turn the selector dial to “Playback”  
Press the “MENU” button to adjust the additional settings.  
Use the “Ç” and “È” buttons to select the function  
Press the “ENTER” button to adjust an option  
U K  
Use the “Å” and “Æ” buttons to adjust the setting  
Setting  
Options  
[Yes]  
Explanation  
[Erase All  
Images]  
Delete all images. Images marked as “Lock” will  
not be erased.  
[No]  
[Erase single  
image]  
[Yes]  
The selected image will be erased. Images  
marked as “Lock” will not be erased.  
[No]  
[Protect]  
[Lock/Unlock]  
[Select] <>  
[Date Print]  
Adjust the protection setting of the image.  
[Print  
Setting]  
Set the image for printing directly to a printer  
using the card reader (DPOF).  
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Setting  
Options  
Explanation  
[Quantity]  
Date Print, prints the date on the print. The  
number can be set between 0 and 99  
[Slide Show]  
Start slide show. Press the “ENTER” button to  
start/stop the slide show.  
Table 8: settings in the Playback mode  
11.3  
Settings in the SETUP mode  
Switch on the camera, and turn the selector dial to “Setup” (Figure 3)  
Use the “Ç” and “È” buttons to select the function  
Use the “Å” and “Æ” buttons to adjust the setting  
Option  
Function, and possible settings  
Set the date (Figure 4)  
Format the memory card  
Set the language  
[Date Setting]  
[Card Formatting]  
[Language]  
[LCD Brightness]  
Adjust the luminance of the LCD display. Ideal in sunlight,  
or in darker surroundings.  
[Beep]  
Set the aural signal  
[Auto Shut off]  
[Video out]  
Adjust the energy-saving setting (1, 3, or 5 minutes)  
Set Video-out to PAL or NTSC. On the adjustment of the  
setting the LCD display will be extinguished for a maximum  
of 5 seconds.  
Table 9: settings in the setup mode  
11.4  
Fitting the wrist strap  
Fit the wrist strap to the camera for optimum convenience, and for the safety of your  
camera. Attach the strap to the attachment point (19, Figure 1d)  
12 Software  
12.1  
Trust Photo Site  
Trust offers you an opportunity to publish your photographs on the Internet. To do so,  
the use of this site. The conditions are stated on our website,  
Installation (Windows)  
Install the Trust Photo Upload from CD-ROM. (Trust Installer Æ Install software  
ÆTrust Photo Upload)  
Use (Windows)  
An instruction manual for the Trust PhotoSite is included on the CD-ROM. This  
explains how to install and use the software. (Trust Installer Æ Read instructions Æ  
Trust PhotoSite)  
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12.2  
MGI PhotoSuite SE version 4.0  
Installation  
1.  
Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. Trust Installer Æ “Install software”  
Æ “MGI PhotoSuite 4 SE”.  
2.  
3.  
Select the required language for the program. Click ‘OK’.  
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.  
- Check “Install Jerry Downs collection photo album”  
- Under “File association” check at least “JPEG image” for PhotoSuite 4  
4.  
You can use “register online” to register the program with MGI. Click “Finish”  
to close the Wizard. Restart the computer when requested to do so.  
Use  
1.  
Connect the camera to the computer, and switch on the camera.  
2.  
Start MGI Photosuite 4 (Start – programs – MGI Photosuite – MGI PhotoSuite  
4)  
3.  
Click the “GET” button (Figure 8a)  
4.  
Select “Computer” (Figure 8b)  
5.  
Under “Look in” select the camera’s “removable disk”  
Open the DCIM -> 100PRDSC folder  
Select the image and click “open”.  
6.  
7.  
N.B.:  
a little time may be required to open the image. (a maximum of  
30 seconds)  
8.  
9.  
You will then be able to edit the image (Figure 8c).  
You can save the image on your computer. Click File and select “Save as..”  
The use of a new filename is recommended.  
The Help function contains more information about the use of the software.  
12.3  
MGI Photovista  
1.  
Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. Trust Installer Æ “Install software”  
Æ “MGI PhotoVista”.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Select the required language for the program. Click ‘OK’.  
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.  
You can use “register online” to register the program with MGI. Click “Finish”  
to close the Wizard. Restart the computer when requested to do so.  
U K  
Use  
You can use this program to paste a number of photos to create a panorama photo.  
You can, for example, create a 360° photo.  
Information about the initial use of the program is given in the “Quick Start Tutorial”  
(Help – Quick Start Tutorial”)  
12.4  
Deleting software and drivers  
Follow the steps given below if you wish to delete the camera’s driver, the MGI  
PhotoSuite/Photovista software or the Trust Photo Upload program from your  
computer  
1.  
In the Control Panel, go to Software (Start Æ Settings Æ Control Panel Æ  
software)  
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2.  
3.  
Click the program you wish to delete, and then click the “delete” button  
Follow the instructions displayed on the monitor. Restart your computer if  
requested to do so.  
13 Verification after installation (Windows)  
Subsequent to the complete installation of the product and the programs the following  
programs will be installed on your computer; you can check for their presence:  
Start – Settings – Control Panel – System – Device Manager  
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-
-
Disk Drives – Digital Camera 4MP859 USB Device (Windows XP, 2000)  
Storage volumes – Generic Volume (Windows XP, 2000)  
Universal Serial Bus Controllers – USB Mass Storage Device (Win. XP, 2000)  
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-
-
Disk drives – Digital Camera 4MP859 (Windows ME)  
Storage Device – USB Disk (Windows ME)  
Universal Serial Bus Controllers – USB Mass Storage Device (Windows ME)  
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-
-
Disk drives – Digital Camera 4MP859 (Windows 98)  
Hard disk controllers – Digital Camera DISK device (Windows 98)  
Universal Serial Bus controllers – Digital Camera (Windows 98)  
‘Start – Settings – Control Panel’ – Software  
-
-
-
-
Digital Camera Drivers  
MGI PhotoSuite 4.0 (remove only)  
MGI Photovista 2.02 (remove only)  
Trust Photo Upload  
Start - Programs –… - …  
-
-
-
-
-
-
Trust - Trust Photo Upload - Trust Photo Upload  
MGI PhotoSuite 4 – MGI PhotoSuite 4  
MGI PhotoSuite 4 – Photo Viewer  
MGI PhotoSuite 4 – Read Me  
MGI Photovista – MGI Photovista  
MGI Photovista – Photovista Readme  
N.B.:  
the information given above will vary when the installation has  
been altered by the user (for example, not everything has been  
installed or locations other than the default locations have been  
selected).  
N.B.:  
N.B.:  
differences may also result from the use of new drivers available  
on the Internet.  
the location or name may vary in the Control Panel of different  
operating systems.  
14 Troubleshooting  
Procedure  
1.  
2.  
Read the solutions listed below  
!
Check the latest FAQs, drivers and manuals on  
the Internet (www.trust.com/13948)  
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Messages shown on the LCD display, and solutions  
Message  
Solution  
[Card Protected]  
Memory card is write-protected, remove the card’s write  
protection.  
[Open the Lens  
Cover]  
The lens cover is still closed. Open the lens cover.  
[No Image]  
[Rec Error]  
No images on the memory card.  
Problems have arisen with saving the image. Switch on  
the camera again.  
[Card Error]  
The camera cannot format the memory card. Use a  
card reader, or try another memory card.  
Table 10: messages shown on the LCD display  
Problem  
Cause  
The camera is switched off.  
Possible solution  
Press the power button to  
switch on the camera.  
The camera has  
no power.  
The batteries are  
discharged. Replace the  
batteries with new ones.  
Refer to the section on  
batteries.  
The batteries are inserted  
incorrectly. Check the  
battery orientation. Refer to  
the section on batteries.  
Memory card full?  
Backup your images and  
delete unwanted images, or  
format the memory card.  
The camera won’t  
take a picture.  
Is the camera connected to  
a computer?  
The camera’s buttons are  
not operational whilst  
connected to a computer.  
Disconnect the camera to  
take photos.  
Is the flash switched on?  
Check whether the flash is  
set to automatic, or to  
always on. Refer to the  
section on the flash.  
The flash doesn’t  
work.  
U K  
The batteries may be weak.  
The flash cannot be charged  
if the batteries are almost  
empty. Switch off the  
camera, and wait a few  
seconds before switching it  
on again. If this doesn’t  
solve the problem then  
replace the batteries.  
The camera or subject was  
moving when the shot was  
taken.  
Hold the camera still;  
if so required, use a tripod.  
Use the self-timer.  
The images are  
blurry.  
Adjustment of the lens focus  
Check that the lens is  
focused correctly.  
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Problem  
Cause  
Possible solution  
Use if the "Safe Removal of  
USB Device" procedure is  
recommended when  
Procedure:  
Windows ME and  
Windows 2000: An  
"Unsafe Removal  
Device Detected"  
error message  
appears when the  
USB cable is  
unplugged from  
the computer.  
a.  
Right-click the  
Unplug or Eject hardware  
icon displayed at the bottom-  
right of your computer’s  
monitor.  
removing USB devices.  
b.  
Left-click the Unplug  
or Eject hardware text box to  
open the 'Unplug or Eject  
Hardware' screen.  
c.  
Select the device to  
be disconnected from the  
'Unplug or Eject Hardware'  
screen, and then click the  
Stop button to call the 'Stop  
a Hardware device'  
confirmation screen.  
d.  
Select the device to  
be stopped from the 'Stop a  
Hardware device'  
confirmation screen, and  
click OK to call the 'Safe To  
Remove Hardware'  
confirmation.  
e.  
Disconnect the cable  
to the digital camera.  
If you still have problems after trying these solutions, please contact one of the Trust  
Customer Care Centers. You can find more information on the back of this instruction  
manual. Please have the following information available.  
The item number, in this instance: 13948;  
An accurate description of the precise nature of the problem;  
An accurate description of precisely when the problem occurs  
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15 Technical specifications  
Image Sensor  
Type: CCD  
Resolution: 4M pixels  
2x for taking photos  
4x for playback, in 1.0 increments  
2272 x 1704 (photo)  
1600 x 1200 (Standard)  
1280 x 960 (Basic)  
640 x 480 (Economy)  
Size: 1.6” Resolution: 280 x 220  
Automatic, with menu compensation +/-1.50  
0.25 increments  
Digital zoom  
Still image capture  
Colour TFT LCD  
Self-timer  
Preset mode  
Flash mode  
File format  
Auto White Balance  
Daylight  
Fluorescent  
Incandescent lamp  
Auto  
On  
Off  
Red-eye reduction  
JPEG compression  
EXIF 2.2 file format  
USB 1.1  
Computer Interface  
Video-output  
NTSC & PAL  
Power source  
Storage interface  
Dimensions  
2 x AA (Alkaline, NiMH, Lithium)  
SD card socket support  
Body: 106 x 63 x 40mm  
CE  
Regulation and  
Certification  
U K  
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16 Warranty conditions  
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Our products have a two-year manufacturer's warranty which is effective from  
the date of purchase.  
If there is a fault, return the product to your dealer. Include an explanation of  
the fault, the proof of purchase and all the accessories.  
During the warranty period, you will receive a similar model, if one is available.  
If no similar product is available, your product will be repaired.  
Please contact our help desk for missing components, such as the instruction  
manual, software or other components.  
The warranty becomes invalid if the device has been opened, if there is  
mechanical damage, if the device has been misused, if alterations have been  
made to the device, if the device has been repaired by a third party, in the  
case of negligence or if the device has been used for a purpose other than  
that originally intended.  
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Excluded from the warranty:  
Damage caused by accidents or disasters, such as fire, flood,  
earthquakes, war, vandalism or theft.  
Incompatibility with other hardware/software which is not stated in the  
minimum system requirements.  
Accessories, such as batteries, fuses (if applicable).  
Under no circumstances will the manufacturer be held responsible for any  
incidental or consequential damage, including the loss of income or other  
commercial losses resulting from the use of this product.  
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Residents in the UK and Ireland should contact:  
UK Office  
Phone  
Fax  
Mon - Fri  
From 8:00 - 16:00  
+44-(0)845-6090036  
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I residenti in Italia possono contattare:  
lun - ven  
9:00 - 13:00 /  
14:00 -18:00  
Ufficio italiano  
Telefono  
Fax  
+39-051-6635947  
+39-051-6635843  
Les habitants de la France et de l’Afrique du Nord peuvent contacter :  
Bureau français  
Lundi-vendredi  
De 9:00 à 17:00  
Téléphone  
Fax  
+33-(0)825-083080  
+31-(0)78-6543299  
Kontaktadresse für Einwohner Deutschlands:  
Deutsche Geschäftsstelle  
Mo – Fr  
9:00 - 17:00  
Telefon  
Fax  
0800-00TRUST (0800-0087878)  
+31-(0)78-6543299  
Los habitantes de España pueden ponerse en contacto con:  
Oficina española  
lun – viernes  
De las 9:00 a las  
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Teléfono  
Fax  
+34-(0)902-160937  
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Biuro w Polska  
Tel  
Od pon. do pt.  
+48-(0)22-8739812  
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w godz 09:00-17:00  
Fax  
Inwoners van Nederland kunnen contact opnemen met:  
Kantoor Nederland  
ma – vr  
9:00 - 17:00 uur  
Telefoon  
Fax  
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+31-(0)78-6543299  
All other countries / Alle anderen Länder / Tous les autres pays  
Tutti gli altri paesi / Todos los demás países / Alle andere landen  
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Phone  
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+31-(0)78-6549999  
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