Pioneer DC500 manual Adjusting the Exposure

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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.

2.Press , then use u to select the [FUNCTION] menu.

3.Use ,,t, or u to select [EXPOSURE], then press the OK button.

4.You can use or to set the range of EV compensation value from -2.0EV to +2.0EV, then press the OK button.

To reactive auto exposure, select [0EV] in step 4.

5.To exit from the menu, press the button.

Experiment with this feature to obtain the best possible exposure depending on the surrounding light conditions.

PICTURE FUNCTION AE/AWB

QUICK

EV

VIEW

EXPOSURE

0.0EV

SELECT PAGE:

EXIT:

SELECT ITEM:

ENTRY:

EXPOSURE

0.0EV

BACK : SET :

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Contents FCC Statement Read this First Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfacesKeep the batteries out of the reach of children Do not fire the flash close to anyones eyes Do not subject the LCD monitor to impactDo not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets Important Notes on Using Waterproof Housing Contents Specifications Connecting Your Camera to OtherIntroduction Package Contents Limited Warranty Front View Getting to Know Your Camera and HousingRear View Inner Camera Waterproof HousingTop View of Docking Cradle Control ButtonsAuto LCD Monitor InformationMovie Mode Image Playback Indicator State Description/Activity LED IndicatorsInstalling the Battery Preparing the CameraTo remove the batteries Docking Cradle Charging the Battery Attaching the Camera Strap Using the AC Power AdapterInserting and Removing an SD Memory Card Optional Accessory Turning the Power On/Off Getting StartedEntering the Main Menu Setting the Date and Time Español Choosing the Screen LanguageYES Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal MemoryQuality Setting Image Resolution and QualityUsing the LCD Monitor Shooting Images Camera ModeUseful Scene Modes Land & Sea Exposure Programs Macro Reviewing the Last Image Using the Zoom Function Using the Macro Close-Up Mode on Land Using the Sea or Ext. Flash Modes Flash mode Description Using the FlashUsing the Flash in External Flash Mode OFF Using the Self-TimerAdjusting the Exposure Setting White Balance Advanced Shooting QuickShoot ModeContinuous Shooting Capture ModeAuto Exposure Bracketing AEB Manual WB Adjust White Balance ManuallyInstant Delete and Quickview Mode Viewing Images Play Mode the BasicsMagnifying Images Thumbnail Display Index Playback Resizing an Image Slideshow DisplayRecording Video Clips Movie ModePlaying Back Video Clips Playing Back Images/Video Clips on TV Play Mode Advanced FunctionsRotating Images in the Display Deleting Images/Video Clips To delete a single image/video clipTo delete all images/video clips at once Protect Protecting Images/Video ClipsSetting the Dpof Exit Step ProcedureTo configure print settings for all images Step Procedure Configure the settings Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer Connecting the camera to the printerPrinting images Print reservations To cancel printing Print Changing the Camera Startup Logo Audio Mode Recording Voice FilesPlaying Back a Voice Recording File Mode Deleting a Voice Recording FileButton operations Press Functional DescriptionCPU Install the USB driver Installation on Windows 98 & 98SEInstallation on MAC OS Connect the digital still camera to your computer Download images, video clips or voice-recording files Installing Photo Explorer Editing Software InstallationInstalling Photo Express Install the PC camera driver same as USB driver Using the Digital Still Camera AS a PC CameraEN-74 Run your application software i.e. Windows NetMeetingCamera Menu Menu OptionsSharpness Picture Settings Option Functional DescriptionSize QualityQuick View Capture ModeLCD Bright Digital ZoomISO AE/AWB Settings Functional DescriptionWhite Balance Auto AutoMovie Menu Delete ALL Play MenuSlide Show ProtectThumbnail ResizeDpof Basic Custom Setup MenuFormat ResetPower OFF SpeakerVideo OUT Date SetupDate Type LanguageConnecting Your Camera to Other Devices CCD SpecificationsAppendix Possible Number of Recordable Images Quality SD memory card Resolution Compression RatioImage size SD memory card Approximate Duration of Recording TimeDC500 SeaLife DC500 Underwater HousingMust do for underwater housing Housing door uses one O-ring to form a waterproof seal Open view of waterproof housingMaintaining a waterproof seal Quick waterproof test SeaLife Service Center, 97 Foster Road, Moorestown, NJHOW to Install and Remove O-RING EN-96 HOW to Open and Close Waterproof Housing EN-98 Installing the Flash Link optical cable adapter EN-100 How to set-up the Waterproof Housing Set up cameraSet up housing Test camera and housing Cleaning housing after use Using and cleaning the underwater housing and cameraEntering the water with housing After using housing underwaterPrepare housing for storage Great Pictures Made EasyCrystal Clear water Use Wide Angle Lens for dramatic pictures Use the QuickShoot Mode for fast moving objects Problem Possible cause Corrective Action Trouble shooting guideAlso check that connection to Overexposed image To close to reflective object Underwater housing Housing Specifications