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Problem

Possible cause Solution

The memory card that you have in the camera is damaged or is not formatted.

Format the memory card or replace it with a new, formatted card.

A yellow light appears next to the viewfinder when I press the shutter button

The camera cannot find a focus because you are too close to the subject.

The camera’s automatic focus range is 20 cm (~8 inches) to infinity and focuses on the object in the center of the frame. Make sure you are not too close to the subject and that you have placed the subject in the middle of the frame.

halfway down.

The camera cannot

Try a different angle or change the

find a focus because

lighting on your subject. You can also

the subject does not

use focus lock to set the focus on a

provide enough

different subject. For more information,

contrast for the

see “Using focus lock” on page 9.

automatic focus

 

system.

 

 

The exposure will be

Try the following solutions:

 

longer than 1/30

• Use the flash.

 

second because the

• Wait for lighting conditions to

 

light is dim and the

improve or turn on the lights in the

 

flash has been

room.

 

turned off.

• Use a tripod to steady the camera

 

 

for the longer exposure.

 

 

 

My image is

Your subject was

The camera’s automatic focus range is

blurry.

too close to the

20 cm (~8 inches) from the front of the

 

camera lens.

lens to infinity. For a clear, sharp image,

 

 

make sure your subject is within this

 

 

range.

 

 

 

 

The subject wasn’t

If you do not want your subject in the

 

centered in the

middle of the image, or if the subject

 

frame, or the subject

lacks contrast, use focus lock to set the

 

did not provide

camera’s automatic focus using a

 

enough contrast for

different subject. For more information,

 

the camera to focus

see “Using focus lock” on page 9.

 

properly.

 

 

 

 

 

The subject moved

If you are photographing a moving

 

while you took the

object, try using focus lock.

 

picture.

 

 

 

 

 

You moved the

Hold the camera steady as you press

 

camera while you

the SHUTTER button, or use a tripod.

 

took the picture.

 

 

 

 

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Contents Photosmart 612 Digital camera User guide Page User guide Trademark and copyright information Materials disposalTable of Contents Storing images in memory Table of Contents HP photosmart 612 User Guide Getting started Getting startedCamera parts Control Attach the wrist strap SetupInstall the batteries Set the camera date and time Using the control dialChoose the camera language To exit a menu without making a selection, select To review your imagesTo navigate the menus ExitStoring images on a CF memory card Tip Taking picturesTaking a picture Taking picturesTo preview a picture Previewing your picturesUnderstanding automatic focus and automatic exposure Digital zoom reduces image quality Using the optical or digital zoomUsing focus lock To use the optical zoomTo use the digital zoom Using the self-timerDigital zoom works in Preview mode only To use the self-timer HP photosmart 612 User Guide Managing images on the camera Managing images on the cameraViewing your images Creating a print order To create or edit a print order Deleting your images To delete imagesFormat Memory or Format CF Card if a CF Viewing small versions thumbnails of your imagesMagnifying your images To look at thumbnails of your imagesTo magnify an image Adjusting the camera settings Adjusting the camera settingsUsing the flash Icon Message DescriptionTo change the flash setting RED-EYEImage quality Description Resolution Pixels Changing the image qualityChanging the date and time To change the image qualityTo change the camera language Changing the camera languageTo change the date and time Setting the welcome screen To change the image on the welcome screenSharing and printing images Sharing and printing imagesUsing the camera with a Windows computer System requirements for a Windows computerTo install the bonus software Installing the software on a Windows computerConnecting the camera to a Windows computer To unload images automatically Unloading images to a Windows computerTo connect the camera to a Windows computer Using the camera with a Windows NT 4.0 computer To use an HP printer that has a memory card slotTo use a CF memory card reader System requirements for a Macintosh computer Using the camera with a Macintosh computerChanging the PC Connect Mode setting Virtual memoryInstalling the software on a Macintosh computer Connecting the camera to a Macintosh computerTo automatically unload images to a Macintosh computer Unloading images to a Macintosh computerTo connect the camera to a Macintosh computer Tips for unloading images to a Macintosh computer Unloading images without using the camera software To unload images to a Windows or Macintosh computerUsing a card reader Printing images on a printer equipped with a card readerStoring images in memory Storing images in memoryDetermining the number of pictures you can take Using a CF memory card Installing a CF memory card To install a CF memory cardChecking the CF memory card status Using both internal memory and a CF memory card To copy images from internal memory to a CF memory cardFormatting memory To format internal memory or a CF memory cardHP photosmart 612 User Guide Determining if the batteries need to be changed Powering your cameraMaintaining your camera Maintaining your cameraWhen the empty-battery icon on the status LCD Replacing the batteries To insert new batteriesUsing an ac power adapter To connect an ac power adapterMemory cards Caring for your camera and accessoriesCamera Safety precautions Problem Possible cause Solution TroubleshootingProblems and solutions Button Does notPress a ReplaceDate and/or Long delayWrong Time isBlurry Halfway downMy image is When Too darkToo bright ConnectError messages Error Possible cause Solution MessageCF Card Visiting related Web sites Getting assistanceVisiting HP Web sites HP product support HP photosmart Web siteContacting HP Customer Support Obtaining support within the United StatesUpgraded warranty options Obtaining support worldwideAustria ArgentinaAustralia BelgiumMiddle East/Africa +44 0 207 512 52 Netherlands MalaysiaMexico New Zealand +64 9 356 NorwayHewlett-Packard limited warranty statement HP product Duration of limited warrantyHardware repair services Icon Meaning Symbols on the status LCDAppendix a Reference Appendix a ReferenceIcon Meaning Camera indicator lights Indicator light State MeaningCamera specifications Index IndexNumerics Date Icons LanguageHP photosmart 612 User Guide Range Updates for drivers Page C8908-90029
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