Sigma DP1 user manual Troubleshooting

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If you have a problem with your camera or cannot take good pictures, consult the list below as you check the camera before requesting repairs.

Nothing is displayed on the color LCD monitor.

Battery is exhausted.

ŹReplace the battery. (P.19 - 22) Battery is improperly installed.

ŹInsert the battery in the proper direction. (P.20) LCD Monitor is set to OFF mode.

ŹPress the button to display the color LCD monitor. (P.32) Camera is in LCD Sleep mode.

ŹPress the shutter button “half-way” or any other button. (P.106)

The shutter does not release.

The camera is busy writing to the card.

ŹPlease wait until the card busy light goes off. Card is full.

ŹInsert a new card or delete unwanted images. (P.79 - 81)

Autofocus does not operate.

Focusing mode is set to MF.

ŹChange the focusing mode by pressing the Focus mode button. (P.45)

The camera has turned off automatically.

Auto Power Off is activated.

ŹThe Auto Power Off function is set in order to conserve battery power. If it is inconvenient, please set the Auto Power Off to “Off”. (P.106)

Cannot shoot or store images.

Card is full

ŹInsert a new card or delete unwanted images. (P.79 - 81) Battery is exhausted.

ŹReplace the battery. (P.19 - 21)

The write protection switch is in the ‘LOCK’ position.

ŹPlease unlock the write protection switch on the card. (P.10) Image data on the card is corrupted.

ŹIf important data remains in the card after transferring it to your PC, please format the card. (P.35)

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Contents USER’S Manual Thank you for purchasing Sigma DP1 Digital Compact Camera Package Contents / Accessories Table of Contents Focusing Operation of the Drive ModeAdvanced Operation Reviewing and Deleting Images Quick PreviewOther Reviewing Features Deleting FilesRecording and Playing Back Movies Recording and Playing Back SoundSafety Precautions Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Handling Precautions HOW to Store the CameraPlease read this section before using the camera EnvironmentHandling Precautions SD Memory Card and Multimdeia Card Sold SeparatelyDescription of the Parts WAY Controller Color LCD Monitor Indication Explanation of the icons displayed in still image shootingCharging the battery P.19 To insert the battery P.20Basic Operation and Quick Reference PreparationSelect the exposure mode P.37 Taking the PictureSet the date and time P.27 Loading the card P.28 Turn the camera body onFocus P.45 Take a pictureReview the image. P.67 Preparation Attaching the Carry StrapHOW to Remove the Lens CAP Lens CAPAttaching the Lens CAP Loading the Battery To Charge the BatteryLoading the Battery To Remove the Battery Checking the Battery Status Using a Home Power Supply Sold Separately Setting the Language LanguageSetting the Time and Date Camera SET-UP Menu TIPMemo List of Menu Functions Playback Menu Set Up AELNtsc PALOperation ReviewingInserting and Removing the Card To Insert the CardTo Remove the Card Formatting the Card Shutter Button Auto Mode Basic OperationContent of Auto Mode Setting Color spaceProgram AE Program ShiftAperture Priority AE Shutter Speed Priority AE Set the exposure value to ±0.0 by using Button Manual ExposureUsing the BUILT-IN Flash Using the BUILT-IN FlashSetting the Flash Mode ISOSlow Synchro Mode HOW to SET the Compensation LevelForced Flash RED-EYE Reduction FlashFocusing HOW to USE AutofocusAF Area Selection Focus LockFocusing with Magnification Display Manual FocusSingle Frame Shooting SingleSelf Timer Self Timer 2 secSelf Timer 10 sec Continuous ShootingSetting the White Balance WB Advanced OperationPage Setting a Custom White Balance Setting the Sensitivity ISO Equivalency Image File Setting Image Size SettingImage Quality Wide MED LOWImage Quality Setting Image Parameter and Color SpaceImage Parameter Setting Color Space SettingSelecting the Metering Mode Center Weighted Average MeteringEvaluative Metering Spot MeteringAE Lock Compose the picture and press the shutter buttonAEL Button Settings Center AF LockAEL + Center AF Lock Exposure Compensation Auto Bracketing Example Color Settings Mode IconDigital Zoom To SET Digital ZoomSetting the Image with Sound Image with SoundUsing the External Flash Electronic Flash EF-140 DG SA-STTL Sold SeparatelyReviewing Deleting Images Quick PreviewChanging the Quick Preview Duration Option DescriptionTIP Reviewing Images To Review ImagesViewing ONE Image AT a Time While in SINGLE-IMAGE ViewDate Magnifying Images ZOOMED-IN View To Magnify AN ImageWhile in ZOOMED-IN View To GO to Contact Sheet View While in Contact Sheet ViewTo GO to Jump Mode While in Jump ModeViewing Images with Sound Viewing Image Information To Display the Image Info ScreenImage Info Screen for Magnified Images While in Image Info ScreenTo Display Magnified Image Info Screen While in Image Info Screen for a Magnified ImageHistogram Viewing Images on a TV To Connect the Camera to a Video DeviceDeleting Files Menu Item DescriptionDeleting a Single File To Delete a Single FileDeleting Multiple Files To Delete Multiple FilesOther Reviewing Features Locking FilesTo Lock a Single File Unlocking a Single FileTo Lock Multiple Files Unlocking Multiple FilesMarking Images Mark MenuTo Mark a Single Image Unmarking a Single FileMarking ALL Images Unmarking Multiple ImagesRotating Images To Rotate AN ImageRecording Sound Memo Press the button to start the recording Showing a Slideshow To Start a SlideshowChaging Slideshow Settings DurationRecording and Playing Back Movies Recording MoviesPlaying Back Movies 1GB 2GB 4GBMovie playback screen Recording Sound Voice Record Mode Recording Playing Back SoundWhen playing the sound ῒῒῒ Playing Back SoundPrinting Images PictBridge Initial ScreenᴾSelect Images & Quantity Displayᴾ Printing Setting screen LayoutDpof Digital Print Order Format Dpof menuOptional Accessories MaintenanceReference Explanation of Terms AE Lock104 Setting the File Numbering System File Numbering SystemFile Numbering Options LCD Sleep and Auto Power OFF LCD SleepTroubleshooting Difficulty seeing the images on the color LCD monitor Pictures are coming out blurredCannot delete images Incorrect date and time is shownSpecifications WAVConnecting Your Camera to a Computer Connecting the CablesDP1 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards