Icon Message Description, To change the flash setting | HP 318

	Note					The flash recharges between pictures. This is
						indicated by a blinking flash icon on the status LCD.
						In addition, if the image display is on, the message
						FLASH CHARGING might appear in the status line
						at the bottom of the image display when you press
						the SHUTTER button. When the flash icon stops
						blinking, you can take another flash picture.
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	Icon				Message		Description

					AUTO FLASH		The camera determines the need for a flash
					AUTO FLASH		The camera determines the need for a flash
							based on lighting conditions. The flash setting
							reverts to AUTO FLASH each time you turn the
							reverts to AUTO FLASH each time you turn the
							camera on.

					RED-EYE		The flash will be used if needed. Red-eye
					RED-EYE		The flash will be used if needed. Red-eye
							reduction minimizes the occurrence of red-eye in
							pictures of people or animals by emitting several
							short flashes to condition the subject’s eyes to
							the flash, followed by a final flash to take the
							the flash, followed by a final flash to take the
							picture. If you are photographing people, tell
							them to wait for the final flash before moving.

					FLASH ON		The flash will be used in all lighting conditions.
					FLASH ON		The flash will be used in all lighting conditions.
							The amount of light provided by the flash will be
							adjusted according to the current lighting
							adjusted according to the current lighting
							conditions. Use this setting when the lighting for
							the entire picture is sufficient, but the lighting for
							the subject is not, as in a backlighting situation.
							This is commonly called “fill flash.”

					FLASH OFF		The flash will not be used, regardless of the
							lighting conditions. Use this setting in places

where flash photography is not permitted. If necessary, use a tripod to hold the camera steady.

To change the flash setting

1Turn the camera on.

2Press the FLASH ( ) button repeatedly until the flash setting you want appears on the status LCD. The button cycles through the four available flash settings.

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Page Page User guide Trademark and copyright information Table of Contents Sharing and printing images Table of Contents Appendix a Reference HP photosmart 318 User Guide Getting started Camera partsGetting started Self-timer button Level Indicator Quick setup Install the batteriesAttach the wrist strap Turn the camera on Choose the camera language Automatic power-off Set the camera date and time Using the control dial To review your imagesTo navigate the menus Storing images on a CF memory card To exit a menu without making a selection, selectExit HP photosmart 318 User Guide Tip Taking picturesTaking a picture Taking pictures Using automatic focus and automatic exposure Using focus lock Previewing your pictures To preview a picture Tips for taking the best pictures Conditions Examples of subjects HP photosmart 318 User Guide Reviewing your images Viewing your imagesReviewing 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 To look at thumbnails of your images Viewing small versions thumbnails of your imagesMagnifying your images To magnify an image HP photosmart 318 User Guide Adjusting the camera settings Using the flashAdjusting the camera settings To change the flash setting Icon Message Description Image quality Description Resolution Changing the image quality Using the digital zoom To change the image quality Using the self-timer To use the self-timerTo use the digital zoom Setting the date and time To set the date and time To set the camera language Setting the welcome screenChanging the camera language To change the image on the welcome screen HP photosmart 318 User Guide Sharing and printing images Sharing and printing images Using the camera with a Windows computer System requirements for a Windows computerPhotosmart Installing the software on a Windows computer Connecting the camera to a Windows computerTo install the bonus software Unloading images to a Windows computer To connect the camera to a Windows computerTo unload images automatically Using the camera with a Windows NT 4.0 computer To use an HP printer that has a memory card slot To use a memory card reader Using the camera with a Macintosh computer Changing the PC Connect Mode settingSystem requirements for a Macintosh computer Installing the software on a Macintosh computer Connecting the camera to a Macintosh computer Unloading images to a Macintosh computer To connect the camera to a Macintosh computer Tips for unloading images to a Macintosh computer To automatically unload images to a Macintosh computer Unloading images without using the software To unload images to a Windows or Macintosh computer Using a card reader Printing images without a computer Storing images in memory Storing images in memory Determining the number of pictures you can take Using a CF memory card Installing a CF memory card To install a CF memory card Checking the CF memory card status CF memory card To copy images from internal memory to a CF memory card Formatting memory To format internal memory or a CF memory card HP photosmart 318 User Guide Powering and maintaining your camera Powering and maintaining your cameraPowering your camera Determining if the batteries need to be changed Full Partially-charged Empty Replacing batteries To insert new batteries Using an AC power adapter To connect an AC power adapterSupport Caring for your camera and accessories CameraMemory cards Safety precautions Troubleshooting, support, and warranties Problems and solutionsProblem Possible cause Solution Camera Button Does notPress a Replace Time is WrongDate and/or Shown Halfway down My image is Too darkToo bright Computer Camera is not Does not Error messagesError Possible cause Solution Message Recognize For the type Camera CF Card Visiting related Web sites Getting assistanceVisiting HP Web sites HP product support HP photosmart Web site Contacting HP Customer Support Obtaining support within the United States Argentina Australia Upgraded warranty optionsObtaining support worldwide Austria Canada BelgiumBrazil Chile Netherlands MexicoMiddle East/Africa New Zealand Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement HP product Duration of limited warranty Hardware repair services Icon Meaning Symbols on the status LCDAppendix a Reference Appendix a Reference Icon Meaning Camera indicator lights Indicator light State Meaning Camera specifications Index NumericsIndex Help. See customer support holding the camera Index HP photosmart 318 User Guide Index Updates for drivers Page C8900−90029