HP M730 manual Using your camera, Windows, Macintosh

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experience, periodically check this website for updates to your camera's firmware, software, and drivers.

To learn about Windows Vista support for your camera, see www.hp.com/go/ windowsvista (English only).

Windows:

1.Close all programs and temporarily disable any virus protection software.

2.Insert the HP Photosmart Software CD into the CD drive and follow the on-screen instructions. If the installation screen does not appear, click Start, click Run, type D: \Setup.exe, where D is the letter of your CD drive, then click OK.

3.When the software has finished installing, re-enable virus protection software.

Macintosh:

1.Insert the HP Photosmart Software CD into the CD drive.

2.Double-click the CD icon on the computer desktop.

3.Double-click the installer icon, then follow the on-screen instructions.

Once installation is complete and you have restarted your computer, System Preferences automatically opens to the HP Photosmart Camera settings. You may change settings so the HP Photosmart Software starts automatically when you connect your camera to your Macintosh (click the help button on the HP Photosmart Camera settings dialog for more information).

Using your camera

Now that you’ve completed setup, you can take and review pictures and video clips.

For information on taking pictures and recording		See “Taking pictures” on page 8 and
video clips		“Recording video clips” on page 9

For information on setting picture capture and		See “Setting options for taking pictures and
video record settings		recording video clips” on page 13

For information on reviewing images and video		See “Reviewing images and video clips”
clips on the camera		on page 18

For information on enhancing your images		See “Using the Design Gallery Menu”
		on page 22

For information on transferring images from		See “Transferring images with HP Photosmart
your camera to a computer		Software” on page 25

For information on printing images		See “Printing images directly to a printer”
		on page 27

TIP: To switch between Picture Capture, Video Record, and

Playback, slide to the desired option.

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Contents HP Photosmart M730 series Digital Camera Legal and notice information Contents Using HP Photosmart Express Using the Design Gallery MenuTroubleshooting SpecificationsGetting started Camera top and backShutter button Camera front, side, and bottom Install the batteriesBefore taking pictures Turn on the cameraChoose the language Set the regionSet the date and time Install the software Install and format an optional memory cardTIP To switch between Picture Capture, Video Record, Using your cameraWindows MacintoshTaking pictures and recording video clips Taking pictures015 Recording video clips Indicator DescriptionInstant Review Auto focus and exposureFocusing on the subject Optimizing focusFor pictures only Using zoom Using Focus LockOptimizing exposure Digital zoom Optical zoomFlash Setting-Red-Eye Setting the flashRed-Eye Night Portrait shooting mode Picture Capture , useVideo Record Using the Picture Capture and Video Record menusUsing Panorama mode Panoramic Sequence, then press Using the Self-Timer settingUsing the Burst setting Adaptive LightingWhite Balance Reviewing images and video clips Deleting images Viewing thumbnailsMagnifying images Removing red eyes Using the Playback MenuTagging images as Favorites Viewing slideshowsPreviewing panoramas Applying artistic effects Using the Design Gallery MenuAdding borders Modifying colorsCropping images Modify Color menuChapter Transferring images with HP Photosmart Software Transferring and printing imagesConnecting to the computer Photosmart Express Menu see Using HP Photosmart Express onTransferring images without HP Photosmart Software Printing images directly to a printer Using a memory card readerChapter Using the Photosmart Express Menu Using HP Photosmart ExpressMarking images for printing To display the Photosmart Express MenuBuying prints online Setting up online destinations in the camera Sharing imagesSending images to online destinations Chapter Never, 15, 30, 45 Default, 60 seconds Using the Camera Setup MenuTroubleshooting Resetting the cameraProblems and solutions Have to recharge the NiMH batteries frequently Camera does not respond when I press a buttonNiMH batteries will not charge It takes the camera a long time to turn onMy image is too bright My image is blurryMy image is too dark My image is grainyCamera responds sluggishly when trying to review images Cannot transfer images from the camera to my computer Camera gets warm or even hot to the touchMy camera shuts down unexpectedly Camera error messagesHelpful websites Product supportGetting assistance Under Learn about , click Digital PhotographyTop points about batteries Managing batteriesPower indicators Type of Use Alkaline Photo NiMH Lithium Recharging NiMH batteriesSpecifications Weight DimensionsPower Temperature rangeIndex Page Safety