Concord Camera JD C3.1z3 manual Safety Tips, Precautions for the camera, Precautions for batteries

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SAFETY TIPS AND MAINTENANCE

SAFETY TIPS

Precautions for the camera:

Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may cause a fire, electric shock or severe damage to the camera.

Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals.

When taking photographs, never point the lens of the camera directly into very strong light.

Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases as this could increase the risk of explosion.

For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to prevent accidents.

Do not swallow batteries or small camera accessories.

Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and never let it get wet. Do not use the camera outdoors outdoors amid rain, snow or hail.

Should any form of liquid enter the camera, do not use it. Switch the camera off, and then remove the batteries. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access points e.g. card slot and battery chamber. This may cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric shock.

Under the environment with electrostatic discharge, the camera may malfunction and require the user to reset the camera.

Under the environment with electrical fast transients (EFT), the camera may lose function and require user to reset the camera.

Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class B FCC limits.

Please avoid using the camera in high or low temperature. Operation temperature range 32˚F - 104˚F (0˚C - 40˚C).

It is normal that the temperature of the camera body rises after being in use for a long period.

Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures, such as in a sealed vehicle, under direct sunlight, or in other places with extreme variances in temperature. Exposure to extreme temperatures

may adversely affect the camera’s internal components and could cause a fire.

Always use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.

Allowing dust to accumulate in the camera over a long period of time is hazardous and in extreme circumstances may cause a fire. It is best to clean your camera prior to seasonal periods of high humidity.

Precautions for batteries:

Use 2x AA batteries only.

Dispose of the batteries in a manner that complies with applicable laws.

Leakage, overheating, or burst batteries could result in fire or injury.

Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of batteries in fire.

Do not use old batteries with new ones, or mix brands of batteries.

Ensure the batteries are positioned correctly with regard to polarity (+/-).

Batteries may lose power if kept inside the camera for a long time without using. Please remove the batteries while the camera is not in use.

Do not use manganese batteries as they cannot supply sufficient power to support the camera’s operations. Batteries may not work normally under 32˚F (0˚C).

Precautions for SD Memory Cards:

In the event of malfunction or damage, it is possible that data may be lost. Concord Camera is not responsible in any way for such data loss.

Do not touch the terminals with hands or metal objects.

Keep dust, liquid and direct sunlight when in used or when placed in storage

Avoid heat, liquid and direct sunlight when using and when storing.

Do not open the battery/card cover or remove the SD Memory Card while data is being read or written.

Do not dismantle or modify.

The recorded data may be lost if the card is affected by strong static electricity, electrical shock, during card

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Contents User’s Guide English Top/Front Camera OverviewBottom/Back LCD IconsGetting Started Table of ContentsCustomizing the Camera Settings Attaching the Wrist Strap Getting StartedLoading the Batteries Turning the Camera on and OFFTV Broadcast Standards Setting the LANGUAGE, Date and TimeTurning the LCD/ICONS on or OFF Checking the Battery Power LevelInternal Memory Internal MEMORY/INSERTING the Memory CardStatus Memory in Use Inserting the Memory CardReview Mode Setting the CAMERA’S Operational ModesVideo Mode Taking PicturesFlash Ready LED Lit Live View Through the LCDBlinking Using the focus lock Using AUTO-FOCUS LockTo set the flash Setting the FlashUsing the Digital Zoom Using the Optical ZoomHow to use digital zoom Activating/Deactivating Digital ZoomTaking Continuous Shots Taking Pictures in Macro Mode CLOSE-UP ShotsPhotography Hints Taking Pictures with SELF-TIMERUsing the Main Menu in Camera Mode Taking Pictures in Sport Mode Setting Capture ModeCapture Mode Option Description Setting Sport ModeSetting Image Resolution Setting Image QualityTo change the image quality 3MP 2MPImages Stored on 16MB memory approx How to change the resolution3MP Images Stored on 64MB memory approxTo set the scene selection Selecting Scene ModesSelecting the Picture Effect Setting White BalanceTo change the White Balance SepiaPicture darker Setting Exposure CompensationTo change the Exposure Compensation level ISO Setting Description Auto default Setting the ISO SensitivityCamera raises sensitivity automatically to compensate Setting Auto Focus AF Mode Setting Light Metering ModeTo change Light Metering mode Taking Video Clips Taking Video ClipsTo record a video clip To stop recordingUsing the Main Menu in Video Clip Mode Recording a Video Clip with the SELF-TIMERHow to Use the Main Menu in Video Clip Mode To change the video resolution Setting Video Clip ResolutionReviewing the PICTURES/VIDEO Clips Reviewing Your FilesTo review pictures/video clips File Indication File TypeEnlarging the Pictures ResolutionTo enlarge Using the Quick Access Button Using the Delete Button to Delete Your FilesUsing the review menu Deleting in Quick View Mode Camera ModeDeleting in Thumbnail Review Mode Deleting in Review ModeDelete One Delete AllHow to use the Menu in Review mode Using the Review MenuDeleting Your Files Deleting One File by Using the Review MenuDeleting All Files To run a slide show Running a Slide ShowTo set the slide show time interval Transferring Files from Internal Memory to SD CardTo repeat a slide show Rotating the Images ENU Customizing the Camera SettingsTo use the Setup menu Setting the AUTO-OFF Time Setup Menu and FeaturesSetup Setting Options Description Setting the Date and Time Setting the LanguageSetting the LCD Brightness To set the LanguageFormatting the Internal Memory or Memory Card How to select Quick View time phrase Setting Quick View Time IntervalTurning the Beep on or OFF To activate/deactivate the beepHow to change AF assist light setting Setting AF Assist LightCondition To restore the default settings in your camera Restoring Factory Default SettingsTable below lists the default settings Option Default StatusInstallation Requirements Software Installation GuideComputer System Requirements Windows MacintoshColor Description Using the Installer Splash ScreenOption Description Identifying your operating system Flow Diagram for Software InstallationSystem Proceed to Identifying Your Operating SystemStep Installing the Driver and Directx 9 Windows 98/98SECamera Drivers Click NextStep Click Finish Microsoft DirectX Installing Directx 9 WindowsArcSoft PhotoImpression Installing Arcsoft Photoimpression ALL Windows UsersMake sure the two applications are checked and then Step Status bar Click Next Adobe Acrobat ReaderClick Next Step Downloading Pictures and Video Clips Onto Your Computer Connecting the Camera to the ComputerDownloading files from the camera Downloading Pictures and Video Clips onto your computerUsing Arcsoft Photoimpression Windows only Windows ME/2000/XP Unplugging Your Camera from the ComputerMacintosh Changing the TV Mode Setting TV ModeConnecting the Camera to the Television Using the TV AS a Live ViewfinderError Messages Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution TroubleshootingCamera PICTURES/VIDEO ClipsTaking Pictures My fresh set of batteries took Are the fresh batteries newly Set the camera to the proper Clip taking mode LCD Installing Software and DriversViewing Video Clips on the Computer Windows 98/98SE/2000 Rechargeable Batteries SD CardsBefore You E-mail or Call us Getting HelpCamera Information Computer Information Camera Specifications Images Stored on 6MB memory approx Storage CapacityImages Stored on 32MB memory approx ENU Cleaning the camera body Safety Tips and MaintenanceCleaning the lens, viewfinder and LCD Cleaning the battery contactsPrecautions for the camera Safety TipsPrecautions for batteries Precautions for SD Memory CardsRepair or malfunction FCC Information Regulatory InformationTested to comply With FCC standards For Home or Office USE User Information