HP Photosmart M417/M517
Digital Camera with HP Instant Share
User’s Manual
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1 Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of the HP Photosmart
M417/M517 digital camera, and welcome to the world of
digital photography!
This manual explains camera features you can use to ensure
great results while enjoying the photographic experience.
Some of these features are:
• HP adaptive lighting technology—Automatically bring out
• In-camera red-eye removal—Identify and remove red
eyes from the subjects in still images that were taken with
• 7 shooting modes—Choose a preset shooting mode for
• HP Instant Share—Easily select still images in your
camera to be automatically sent to a variety of
destinations such as e-mail addresses, web pages, or a
printer the next time your camera is connected to a
computer. Your recipients can then view your images
without the burden of large file attachments. See
• Direct print—Print directly from your camera to any
PictBridge-certified printer without having to connect to
• On-camera Help—Use on-screen instructions for help on
using camera features when you don’t have the manual
with you.
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To further enhance your experience, you
can purchase an HP Photosmart
M-series dock. The camera dock allows
you to easily transfer images to a
computer, send images to a printer, view
images on a television, and recharge batteries in your
camera. The dock also provides a convenient home for
your camera.
Setup
To locate a part on your camera (such as a button or a light)
while following the instructions in this section, see Camera
1. Attach the Wrist Strap
Attach the wrist strap to the
wrist strap mount on the side
of the camera as shown.
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2. Install the Batteries
1. Open the Battery/Memory card
door on the side of the camera by
sliding the door toward the bottom
of the camera.
2. Insert the batteries as indicated
inside the door.
3. Close the Battery/Memory card
door by pushing the door down and
sliding the door toward the top of
the camera until the door latches.
For the performance of Alkaline,
Lithium, and NiMH batteries when used
page 148. For hints on optimizing battery performance, see
TIP: You can also use an optional HP AC power adapter to
power the camera. If you use rechargeable NiMH
batteries, you can recharge the batteries in the camera
using the optional HP AC power adapter or the optional
HP Photosmart M-series dock, or recharge the batteries
separately in the optional HP Photosmart Quick
Recharger. For more information, see Appendix B,
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3. Turn on the Camera
Turn the camera on by sliding the
and then releasing it.
switch to the right
The lens extends and the Power light to the left of the
switch turns on solid green. The HP logo also
displays on the Image Display as the camera powers up.
4. Choose the Language
The first time you turn the camera on, you are prompted to
choose a language.
1. Scroll to the language that you
want by using the
buttons on the Controller
.
2. Press the
button to select the
highlighted language.
TIP: If you need to change the language later, you can do
this with the Language setting in the Setup menu. See
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5. Set the Region
After choosing a language, you are prompted to choose the
continent where you live. The Language and Region settings
determine the defaults for the date format and the format of
the video signal for displaying camera images on a
1. Scroll to the region that you
want by using the
on the Controller
buttons
.
2. Press the
button to select
the highlighted region.
6. Set the Date and Time
The camera has a clock that records the date and time at
which you take each picture. This information is recorded in
the image properties, which you can see when viewing the
image on your computer. You can also choose to have the
date and time imprinted on the image (see Date & Time
1. The first item highlighted is the
date and time format. If you
want to change the format,
use the
buttons. If the
date and time format is correct,
press the button to move to
the Date.
2. Adjust the highlighted selection using the
buttons.
3. Press the
buttons to move to the other selections.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the date and time are
set correctly.
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5. Press the
button when you have entered the proper
values for the date and time. A confirmation screen
appears, asking if the correct date and time have been
set. If the date and time are correct, press the
to select Yes.
button
If the date and time are incorrect, press the
button to
highlight No, and then press the
button. The Date &
Time screen appears again. Repeat steps 1 through 6 to
set the correct date and time.
TIP: If you need to change the date and time settings later,
you can do this with the Date & Time setting in the Setup
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7. Install and Format a Memory Card
(Optional)
Your camera contains internal memory that allows you to
store images and video clips. However, you can use a
memory card (purchased separately) instead to store images
and video clips. For more information about supported
1. Turn off the camera and open
the Battery/Memory card
door on the side of the
camera.
2. Insert the memory card in the
small slot above the batteries,
with the notched side of the
card going in first, as shown.
Make sure the memory card
snaps into place.
3. Close the Battery/Memory
card door and turn on the camera.
To help prevent corrupted cards and images, you should
format memory cards before you use them for the first time,
as follows:
1. Press the
button, then use the button to move to the
Playback Menu
.
2. Press the
button to highlight Delete, and then press the
button to display the Delete sub-menu.
3. Use the
press the
button to highlight Format Card, and then
button to display the Format Card
confirmation screen.
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4. Press the
button to highlight Yes, and then press the
button to format the card.
Formatting Card... appears in the Image Display while
the camera is formatting the memory card. When the
camera has completed the formatting, the Total Images
Summary screen is displayed (see Total Images Summary
To remove the memory card from the camera, first turn the
camera off. Then open the Battery/Memory card door, press
down on the top edge of the memory card, and it will spring
outward from the slot.
NOTE: When you install a memory card in the camera, all
new images and video clips will be stored on the card. To
use internal memory and view images stored there,
remove the memory card. You can also transfer images
from the internal memory to the memory card (see Move
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8. Install the Software
The HP Image Zone software allows you to transfer images
from the camera, and then view, edit, print, or e-mail them. It
also allows you to configure the HP Instant Share Menu on
the camera.
NOTE: If you do not install the HP Image Zone software, you
can still use the camera, but certain features will be
affected. For details, see Using Your Camera without
NOTE: If you have trouble installing or using the HP Image
Zone software, see the HP Customer Support website:
www.hp.com/support for more information.
Windows®
To install the HP Image Zone software successfully, your
computer must have a minimum of 64MB of RAM, Windows
2000, XP, 98, 98 SE, or Me, and Internet Explorer 5.5
Service Pack 2 or higher. Internet Explorer 6 is
recommended. If your computer meets these requirements,
the installation process automatically installs either the full
version of the HP Image Zone Software, or the HP Image
Zone Express version. HP Image Zone Express lacks some
features contained in the full version. For details, see
1. Close all programs and temporarily disable any virus
protection software running on your computer.
2. Insert the HP Image Zone software CD into the CD drive
of your computer 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.
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3. When the HP Image Zone software has finished
installing, re-enable the virus protection software you
disabled in step 1.
Macintosh
The full version of the HP Image Zone software is always
installed on Macintosh computers.
1. Close all programs and temporarily disable any virus
protection software running on your computer.
2. Insert the HP Image Zone software CD into the CD drive
of your computer.
3. Double-click the CD icon on the computer desktop.
4. Double-click the installer icon, and then follow the
on-screen instructions to install the software.
5. When the HP Image Zone software has finished
installing, re-enable the virus protection software you
disabled in step 1.
User’s Manual on the CD
Copies of this User’s Manual in different languages are
located on the HP Image Zone software CD. To view the
User’s Manual:
1. Insert the HP Image Zone software CD into the CD drive
of your computer.
2. On Windows: Click View User’s Manual on the Main
page of the CD installation screen.
On Macintosh: Look in the readme file in the docs folder of
the HP Image Zone software CD to locate the User’s Manual
in your language.
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Camera Parts
Refer to the pages in parentheses after the part names in the
following tables for more information about those parts.
Top of the Camera
2
1
#
Name
Description
1
•
•
Focuses and takes a picture.
Records audio clips.
Shutter
button
33)
2
Starts and stops recording a video clip.
Video
button
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Back and Right Side of the Camera
15 16 17
14
13
12
11
10
1
2
3
4
5
9
6
8
7
#
Name
Description
1
Power light
•
•
Solid—Camera is on.
Blinking rapidly—Camera is shutting
down due to lack of battery power.
Blinking slowly—Camera is charging
the batteries using the optional HP AC
power adapter.
•
•
Off—Camera is off.
2
switch Turns the camera power on and off.
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Name
Description
3
Zoom lever
•
Zoom Out—While taking still
pictures, zooms out the lens to the wide
angle position.
•
Thumbnails—While in Playback,
allows you to view still images and
the first frames of video clips arranged
in a matrix of nine thumbnail images
per screen.
•
•
Zoom In—While taking still
pictures, zooms in the lens to the
telephoto position.
Magnify—While in Playback,
allows you to magnify a still image.
4
5
Wrist strap mount Allows you to attach a wrist strap to
the camera.
Memory light
•
Blinking rapidly—Camera is writing to
either the internal memory or an
optional memory card that is installed.
Off—Camera is not writing to memory.
•
6
7
Battery/Memory
card door
Allows access to insert and remove the
batteries and an optional memory card.
button
Allows you to display the Capture and
Playback menus, select menu options,
and confirm certain actions on the
Image Display.
8
Controller
Allows you to scroll through menus and
with
and images on the Image Display.
buttons
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Name
Description
9
Image Display
Allows you to frame pictures and video
clips using Live View and review them
afterward in Playback, and to view all
the menus.
10
11
/
Turns the HP Instant Share Menu on and
HP Instant Share/ off on the Image Display.
Print button
Timer/Burst
Allows you to select between the Normal,
46)
Burst settings.
12 MODE button
Allows you to select between different
shooting modes for taking still pictures.
13
Flash button
Allows you to select between the different
flash settings.
14 Viewfinder
Allows you to frame the subject of your
pictures or video clips.
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Name
Description
15 Viewfinder lights
•
•
Solid red—Video is recording.
AF solid green—When you press the
Shutter button halfway down, this light
turns on solid when the camera is
ready to take a picture (auto exposure
and auto focus are locked, and the
flash is ready). Or, when you press the
Shutter button all the way down to take
a picture, this light turns on solid to
indicate that auto exposure and auto
focus were successful.
•
•
AF blinking green—When you press
the Shutter button halfway down or all
the way down, either a focus warning
occurred, the flash is still charging, or
the camera is still processing a picture.
Both
and AF blinking—An error
has occurred that prevents the camera
from taking the picture.
16
17
Live View
•
•
Turns Live View on and off on the
Image Display.
If the Image Display is off but the
camera is on, allows you to turn the
Image Display on.
•
If a menu is open in the Image Display,
allows you to close the menu.
Playback
•
•
Turns Playback on and off on the
Image Display.
Allows you to access the on-camera
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Front, Left Side, and Bottom of the
Camera
1
2
3
7
6
4
5
#
Name
Description
1
Microphone
Records audio clips that are attached to
still images and the audio portion of
video clips.
2
3
Self-Timer/Video Blinks during the countdown before taking
a picture or recording video when the
camera is set to Self-Timer or Self-Timer -
2 shots. Also turns on solid when
recording video.
Flash
Provides additional light to improve
picture-taking.
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Name
Description
4
Power
adapter
connector
Allows you to connect an optional HP AC
power adapter to the camera to either
operate the camera without batteries, or
recharge NiMH rechargeable batteries in
the camera.
5
6
7
USB
connector
Allows you to connect a USB cable from
the camera to a USB-enabled computer or
any PictBridge-certified printer.
Camera dock
connector
Allows you to connect the camera to the
optional Photosmart M-series dock.
Tripod mount
Allows you to mount the camera on
a tripod.
Camera States
Your camera has two main states that allow you to complete
certain tasks. Each of these states has an associated menu
that you can use to adjust camera settings or perform tasks in
• Capture—Allows you to take still pictures and record
video clips. For information about using Capture, see
• Playback—Allows you to review the still images and
video clips that you capture. For information about using
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Camera Menus
Your camera has five menus that, when accessed, appear in
the Image Display on the back of the camera.
To access the menus, press the
buttons to move to the menu you want. To select a menu
option, use the buttons to highlight it, then press the
button to display the menu option’s sub-menu and
modify the settings.
button, then use the
TIP: In the Capture and Setup Menus, you can modify
settings by highlighting the menu option and using the
buttons to change the setting.
To exit a menu, you can do one of the following:
• Press the Live View
• Use the buttons to scroll to the menu tabs at the top
of the screen. You can then select another menu by using
the buttons, or you can press the button to exit
the menus and return to Live View or Playback.
• Use the buttons to scroll to the EXIT menu
option and press the button.
The Capture Menu lets you
or Playback
button.
specify settings for taking a picture
such as image quality, special
lighting and exposure, ISO speed,
color settings, and imprinting the
date and time on the images. For
information about using this menu,
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The Playback Menu
lets you
remove red eye from images taken
with a flash, rotate images, add
audio, and delete images from the
internal memory or optional
memory card. For information about
using this menu, see Using the
The HP Instant Share Menu
you select images to be sent to
printers, e-mail addresses, and
other online services. For
lets
information about using this menu,
NOTE: To use the HP Instant Share Menu
to send
images to destinations other than printers (such as e-mail
addresses or online services), you must first set up the
The Setup Menu
lets you modify
configuration settings such as
display brightness, date and time,
language, and TV configuration,
among others. It also allows you to
move images from the internal
memory to an optional memory
card. For information about using this menu, see Chapter 6,
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The Help Menu
provides helpful
information and tips on topics such
as battery life, camera buttons,
recording audio, reviewing images
you have taken, and other useful
topics. Use this menu when you
do not have your User’s Manual
with you.
Camera Status Screen
A status screen appears for a few
seconds in the Image Display any
time you press the Flash , MODE,
or Timer/Burst
buttons either
when you are in Playback
or
when a menu is displayed.
The top of the screen shows the
name of the current setting selected. Beneath that, icons for
the current flash, shooting mode, and timer/burst settings are
shown, with the icon for the button that was just pressed
highlighted. The bottom of the screen shows whether a
memory card is installed (indicated by the
icon), low
number of pictures remaining, and the Image Quality setting
(indicated in the example by the 5MP).
NOTE: The status screen does not display any time Live View
is on, except when the Capture Menu is also displayed.
Instead, the icon for the new flash, shooting mode, or
timer/burst setting displays in the Live View screen.
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Restoring Previous Settings
The flash, shooting mode, and timer/burst settings, as well
as some of the Capture Menu settings that you set, reset to
their default values after you turn the camera off. However,
you can restore your settings from the last time the camera
was on by holding down the
button while turning the
camera on. The icons for the restored settings are then
displayed in the Live View screen.
Viewing the On-Camera Demo
This camera has a slideshow of its major features. You can
display the slideshow at any time by holding down the
Playback
button for approximately three seconds. The
Image Display will go black for a moment before the
slideshow starts. To exit the slideshow at any time, press the
button.
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2 Taking Pictures and
Recording Video Clips
Taking Still Pictures
You can take a picture almost any time the camera is on,
regardless of what is being shown on the Image Display. For
example, if a menu is currently displayed when you press
the Shutter button, the menu will be canceled, and the
camera will take a picture. To take a still picture:
1. Frame the subject for your picture
in the viewfinder.
2. Hold the camera steady and
press the Shutter button on the top
of the camera halfway down. The
camera measures and locks the
focus and exposure. The focus
brackets in the Image Display turn solid green when
page 35 for details).
3. Press the Shutter button all the way down to take the
picture. The camera beeps after taking the picture.
TIP: Hold the camera with both hands to reduce camera
shake when pressing the Shutter button.
After a picture is taken, the image appears for several
seconds on the Image Display. This is called Instant Review.
You can delete the image during Instant Review by
pressing the button, then selecting This Image in the
Delete sub-menu.
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You can also use Playback to review the pictures you have
Recording Audio with Still Pictures
There are two ways to attach an audio clip to a still picture:
• Record the audio while you are taking the picture, as
explained in this section. You will not be able to use this
method when using the Self-Timer or Burst settings.
• Add an audio clip to the picture later, or replace the
audio clip that was captured when the picture was taken.
To record audio while taking a picture:
1. After you have pressed the Shutter button to take a
picture, continue holding it down to record the audio clip.
A microphone icon
and audio counter appear on the
Image Display during recording.
2. To stop recording audio, release the Shutter button;
otherwise, the audio will continue recording until the
camera runs out of memory. The camera will discard any
audio clip that is less than 2 seconds long.
To delete or record a new audio clip, use the Record Audio
To hear audio clips that have been attached to your still
images, transfer them to your computer and use the
HP Image Zone software. If you have an optional
HP Photosmart M-series dock, you can also review the audio
clips by connecting the camera to a TV via the camera dock.
To do this, see the dock User’s Manual for instructions.
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Recording Video Clips
NOTE: Zoom is not available while recording video clips.
1. Frame the subject for your video in the viewfinder.
2. To start recording video, press
and release the Video
on the top of the camera. If Live
View is on, a video icon,
button
REC, a video counter, and a
message instructing how to end
the video appear on the Image
Display. The
viewfinder light on the back of the
camera and the Self-Timer/Video light on the front of the
camera turn on solid red.
3. To stop recording video, press and release the Video
button again; otherwise, the video will continue recording
until the camera runs out of memory.
After recording has stopped, the last frame of the video clip
appears for several seconds on the Image Display. This is
called Instant Review. You can delete the video clip during
Instant Review by pressing the button, then selecting This
Image in the Delete sub-menu.
TIP: A video clip includes audio. To hear the audio portion
of your video clips, transfer them to your computer and
use the HP Image Zone software. If you have an optional
HP Photosmart M-series dock, you can also review the
audio portion of your video clips by connecting the
camera to a TV via the camera dock. To do this, see the
dock User’s Manual for instructions.
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Using Live View
The Image Display allows you to frame pictures and video
clips using Live View. To activate Live View from the menus
or when the Image Display is off, press the Live View
button. To turn off Live View, press the Live View
button again.
TIP: Using Live View increases the rate of battery drain. To
conserve battery power, use the viewfinder instead.
The following table describes the information that is
displayed in the Live View screen of the Image Display when
the camera settings are at their default values and an
optional memory card is installed in the camera. If you
change other camera settings, icons for those settings will
also be displayed in the Live View screen.
1
2
3
4
5
#
Icon
Description
1
Power indicator, such as this low battery level
2
Indicates that a memory card is installed in
the camera
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Icon
12
Description
3
Remaining pictures count (actual number depends on
the current Image Quality setting and how much
space remains in memory)
4
5
5MP Image Quality setting (default is 5MP)
Focus brackets (see the next section, Focusing
the Camera)
Focusing the Camera
The focus brackets in the Live View screen show the focus
region for the still picture you are taking or the video clip you
are recording. When you press the Shutter button halfway
down to take a still picture, the camera automatically
measures and locks the focus and exposure in the focus
region. The focus brackets in the Live View screen turn green
when the camera has found and locked the focus and
exposure. This is called auto focus.
Obtaining Optimum Focus
When you have set the camera to any of the shooting modes
other than Macro
page 42), the camera will attempt to auto focus using the
normal focus range of 50 cm (20 in) to infinity. However,
when the camera cannot focus in these shooting modes, one
of the following occurs:
• The AF viewfinder light will blink green and the focus
brackets in Live View will turn red. If you press the Shutter
button all the way down, the camera will still take the
picture, but the picture may be out of focus.
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To focus the picture, release the Shutter button, re-frame
the subject for your picture, and then press the Shutter
button halfway down again.
If the AF viewfinder light continues to blink green and the
focus brackets continue to turn red after several tries, there
may not be enough contrast or light in the focus region.
Try using a technique called Focus Lock to focus on a
higher-contrast or brighter object about the same distance
away, and then, without releasing the Shutter button,
point the camera at the subject you were originally trying
can also simply turn on more light, if that is possible.
• The AF viewfinder light will blink green, the focus brackets
will turn red, and the Macro
icon will blink in the Live
View screen. In this case, the camera detects that the
focus is closer than the normal range. The camera will still
take the picture, but the picture may be out of focus. To
focus the picture, either move farther away from the
subject you are trying to photograph, or set the camera to
If the camera is set to the Macro
camera cannot focus, the Live View screen displays a
blinking Macro icon, an error message, and the focus
shooting mode and the
brackets turn red. Both viewfinder lights will also blink. In
these cases, the camera will not take the picture.
If the subject for the picture is not within the Macro range
(10 to 80 cm or 4 to 32 in), either move farther away from
or closer to the subject, or set the camera to a shooting mode
other than Macro
page 42).
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If there is not enough contrast or light in the focus region, try
using a technique called Focus Lock to focus on a higher-
contrast or brighter object about the same distance away,
and then, without releasing the Shutter button, point the
camera at the subject you were originally trying to
photograph (see the next section, Using Focus Lock). You can
also simply turn on more light, if that is possible.
Using Focus Lock
Focus Lock allows you to focus on a subject that is not in the
center of the picture, or to capture action shots more quickly
by pre-focusing in the area where the action will occur. You
can also use Focus Lock to help achieve focus in low light or
low contrast situations.
1. Frame the subject for your picture
within the focus brackets.
2. Press the Shutter button
halfway down to lock the
focus and exposure.
3. Continue to hold the Shutter
button halfway down while you
re-frame or adjust your subject
for proper positioning.
4. Press the Shutter button all the
way down to take the picture.
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Using Zoom
The more you zoom in on the subject of your picture, the
more small movements of the camera are magnified. This is
called camera shake. So, especially at full telephoto zoom
(3x), you must hold the camera steady in order to take a
picture that is not blurry. If an icon of a shaking hand
appears in the Live View screen, you should hold the camera
steadier, such as closer to your body or against a steady
object, or set the camera on a tripod or stable surface;
otherwise, the picture will likely be blurry.
Using Optical Zoom
Optical zoom works like the zoom on a traditional film
camera, where physical lens elements move inside the
camera to make the subject of your picture appear closer.
Press Zoom Out
and Zoom In on the
Zoom lever to move the lens between wide
angle (1x) and telephoto (3x) positions.
NOTE: Optical zoom is not available while
recording video clips.
Using Digital Zoom
Unlike optical zoom, digital zoom uses no moving lens parts.
The camera essentially crops the image to give an
appearance of the subject of the picture being an additional
1.05x to 7x larger on the HP Photosmart M417, and 1.05x
to 8x larger on the HP Photosmart M517.
1. Press Zoom In on the Zoom lever to optically zoom in
to the maximum level, then release the button.
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2. Press Zoom In again and
continue to press it until you
reach the desired size in the
Image Display. A yellow frame
surrounds the area of the
image that will be captured,
and the image enlarges in the
yellow frame.
The resolution number on the right side of the screen also
becomes smaller as you digitally zoom. For example,
4.3MP appears in place of 5MP, indicating that the
image is being reduced to a size of 4.3 Megapixels.
3. When the image is at the desired size, press the Shutter
button halfway down to lock focus and exposure, and
then press it all the way down to take the picture.
To turn digital zoom off and return to optical zoom, press
Zoom Out
on the Zoom lever until digital zooming
stops. Release Zoom Out
, and then press it again.
NOTE: Digital zoom is not available while recording
video clips.
NOTE: Digital zoom reduces the resolution of an image,
so your picture will tend to be more grainy than the
same image taken with optical zoom. If you intend to
e-mail an image or post it to a website, this loss of
resolution will probably not be noticeable; but in
situations where you need higher quality (such as for
printing), limit the use of digital zoom. It is also
recommended that you use a tripod to hold the
camera steady when using digital zoom.
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Setting the Flash
The Flash button allows you to cycle through the flash
settings on the camera. To change the flash setting, press the
Flash button until the desired setting appears on the Image
Display. The following table describes each of the flash
settings on the camera.
Setting
Description
Auto
Flash
The camera measures the light level and uses the flash
if necessary.
Red-Eye The camera measures the light level and uses the flash
page 41 for a description of red-eye reduction).
Flash On The camera always uses flash. If the light is behind your
subject, you can use this setting to increase the light on
the front of your subject. This is called fill-flash.
Flash Off The camera will not use flash, no matter the lighting
conditions. Use this setting to capture poorly lit subjects
that are beyond the flash range. Exposure times may
be increased when using this setting, so you should use
a tripod to avoid blurry pictures from camera shake.
Night
The camera uses the flash with red-eye reduction if
necessary to illuminate objects in the foreground (see
reduction). The camera then continues to expose as
if the flash had not been used, to gather the light in
the background. Exposure time may be increased
when using this setting; therefore, you should use a
tripod or set the camera on a stable surface to avoid
camera shake.
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If the flash setting is anything other than the default Auto
Flash setting, the icon for the setting (in the previous table)
will appear in the Live View screen. The new setting remains
in effect until it is changed again or until the camera is
turned off. The flash setting resets to the default Auto Flash
setting when you turn the camera off.
NOTE: The flash is not available with the Burst setting,
Fast Shot shooting mode, nor while recording video clips.
TIP: To restore the flash setting to what it was when you last
turned the camera off, hold down the
as you turn the camera back on.
button
Red Eye
The red-eye phenomenon is caused by light from the flash
reflecting off the subjects’ eyes, which sometimes makes a
human's eyes appear red or an animal's eyes appear green
or white in the captured image. When you use a flash setting
with red-eye reduction, the camera flashes quickly multiple
times to minimize the subject’s pupils, thus reducing the effect
of the red-eye phenomenon, before the camera uses the main
flash. It will take longer to take a picture using red-eye
reduction, because the shutter is delayed for the additional
flashes. Therefore, make sure your subjects wait for the
additional flashes.
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Using the Shooting Modes
Shooting modes are pre-defined camera settings that are
optimized for taking still pictures of certain scene types to
give you better results. In each shooting mode, the camera
selects the best settings, such as the ISO speed, F-number
(aperture), and shutter speed, optimizing them for the
particular scene or situation.
To change the shooting mode, press the MODE button on the
back of the camera until the desired shooting mode appears
on the Image Display. The following table describes each of
the shooting mode settings on the camera.
Setting
Auto Mode
Description
Use Auto Mode when you need to take a good
shot quickly, and do not have time to select a
special shooting mode on the camera. Auto Mode
works well for most shots in normal situations. The
camera automatically selects the best F-number
(aperture) and shutter speed for the scene.
Macro
Use Macro mode to take close-up pictures of
subjects less than 80 cm (32 in) away. In this
mode, auto focus has a distance range of 10 to
80 cm (4 to 32 in), and the camera will not take a
picture if it cannot find focus (see Focusing the
It is recommended that you not use zoom while in
the Macro
shooting mode.
Fast Shot
Use Fast Shot mode in bright light conditions
when the subject is moderate to long distances
away. The camera uses a fixed focus instead
of auto focus, allowing you to take pictures
very quickly.
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Setting
Action
Description
Use Action mode to capture sporting events,
moving cars, or any scene where you want to stop
the action. The camera uses fast shutter speeds
and higher ISO speeds to stop motion.
Portrait
Use Portrait mode for pictures that have one or
more people as their primary subject. The camera
combines a smaller F-number to blur the
background, with lower sharpness for a more
natural effect.
Landscape
Use Landscape mode to capture scenes with deep
perspective, such as mountains or city skylines,
when you want the foreground and the
background to be in focus. The camera combines
a higher F-number for better depth of field with
higher sharpness for a more vivid effect.
Beach & Snow Use Beach & Snow mode to capture bright
outdoor scenes and balance out harsh lighting.
If the shooting mode setting is anything other than the default
Auto Mode setting, the icon for the setting will appear in the
Live View screen. The new setting remains in effect until it is
changed again or until the camera is turned off. The
shooting mode setting resets to the default Auto Mode setting
when you turn the camera off.
NOTE: The shooting mode does not apply when you are
recording video clips.
TIP: To restore the shooting mode setting to what it was
when you last turned the camera off, hold down the
button as you turn the camera back on.
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Using the Self-Timer Settings
1. Secure the camera to a tripod or set it on a
stable surface.
2. Press the Timer/Burst
button until Self-Timer
or
Self-Timer - 2 Shots
appears in the Image Display.
The icon for the self-timer setting will appear in the Live
View screen.
3. Frame the subject in either the viewfinder or in Live View.
4. The next steps depend on whether you are capturing stills
or video clips.
For Still Pictures:
a. Press the Shutter button halfway down. The camera
measures and then locks the focus and exposure. The
camera will hold these settings until it takes the picture.
b. Press the Shutter button all the way down. If Live View
is on, a 10-second countdown appears on the Image
Display. The Self-Timer/Video light on the front of the
camera then blinks for 10 seconds before the camera
takes the picture. If you set the camera to Self-Timer -
2 Shots, after the first picture is taken, the Self-Timer/
Video light blinks for a few more seconds until the
second picture is taken.
TIP: If you immediately press the Shutter button all the way
down, the camera will lock the focus and exposure just
before the end of the 10-second countdown. This is useful
when one or more subjects will be entering the picture
during the 10-second countdown period.
TIP: You cannot record audio with a still picture when using
the self-timer settings, but you can add an audio clip later
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For Video Clips:
To start recording video, press the Video
button and
then release it. If Live View is on, a 10-second countdown
appears on the Image Display. The Self-Timer/Video light
on the front of the camera then blinks for 10 seconds
before the camera starts recording the video.
To stop recording the video clip, press the Video
button again; otherwise, the video will continue recording
until the camera runs out of memory.
NOTE: With either the Self-Timer or the Self-Timer -
2 Shots setting, only one video clip is recorded after
the 10-second countdown.
The self-timer setting resets to the default Normal setting after
the picture is taken or the video clip is recorded.
TIP: If you are taking pictures in low light, you can use the
self-timer setting to help you take good pictures. Set the
camera on something sturdy, such as a tripod, and frame
your picture. Then, carefully press the Shutter button all
the way down and remove your hand from the camera.
The camera will take the picture 10 seconds later rather
than when you press the shutter button. This will eliminate
any possibility of you shaking the camera when the
picture is taken.
TIP: To restore the self-timer setting to what it was when you
last turned the camera off, hold down the
you turn the camera back on.
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Using the Burst Setting
Burst allows you to take up to 4 still pictures as quickly as
possible. The camera then continues taking burst pictures at
a slower rate until you release the Shutter button or the
camera runs out of memory.
1. Press the Timer/Burst
button until Burst
appears in
the Image Display.
2. Frame the subject in either the viewfinder or in Live View.
3. Press the Shutter button all the way down and hold it. The
camera takes 4 pictures as quickly as possible and
continues taking burst pictures until you release the
Shutter button or the camera runs out of memory.
The Image Display remains off during the burst capture. After
the burst pictures have been taken, each image appears one
at a time on the Image Display.
When Burst is selected, the Burst
icon will appear in the
Live View screen. The burst setting remains in effect until it is
changed again or until the camera is turned off. The camera
resets to the default Normal burst setting when you turn the
camera off.
NOTE: The burst setting is not available while recording
video clips. You also cannot record audio when using the
burst setting, but you can add an audio clip later (see
available while using the burst setting.
TIP: To restore the timer/burst setting to what it was when
you last turned the camera off, hold down the
as you turn the camera back on.
button
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Using the Capture Menu
The Capture Menu allows you to adjust various camera
settings that affect the characteristics of the images and
video clips you capture with your camera.
1. To display the Capture Menu, press the Live View
button, and then press the
already on, simply press the
button. If Live View is
button.
2. Use the
Menu options.
3. Either press the
buttons to scroll through the Capture
button to select a highlighted option
and display its sub-menu, or use the
buttons to
change the setting for the highlighted option without
going to its sub-menu.
4. Within a sub-menu, use the
buttons and then
the
button to change the setting for the Capture
Menu option.
5. To exit the Capture Menu, press the Live View
button.
TIP: Some Capture Menu settings that you change from their
default values reset to their default settings when you turn
the camera off. To restore Capture Menu settings to what
they were when you last turned the camera off, hold
down the
button as you turn the camera back on.
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Help for the Menu Options
Help... is the last option in each of
the sub-menus within the Capture
Menu. The Help... option provides
information about that Capture
Menu option and its settings. For
example, if you press the
button when Help... is highlighted
in the White Balance sub-menu, the White Balance Help
screen is displayed, as shown.
Use the
buttons to scroll through the Help screens. To
exit the Help and return to the particular sub-menu within the
Capture Menu, press the
button.
Image Quality
This setting allows you to set the resolution and JPEG
compression of the still images you capture with your
camera. The Image Quality sub-menu has five settings.
2. In the Image Quality sub-menu,
use the
highlight a setting.
3. Press the
buttons to
button to save
the setting and return to the
Capture Menu.
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The following table explains the Image Quality settings in
more detail:
Setting
Description
5MP Best Images will be full resolution and have the lowest
compression. This setting produces very high quality
images, with greater color accuracy, but uses the most
memory. This setting is recommended if you plan to
print images to a size larger than 297 by 420 mm
(11 by 17 in).
5MP
Images will be full resolution and have medium
compression. This setting produces high quality
images, but uses less memory than the 5MP Best
setting above. This is the default setting and is
recommended if you plan to print images up to a size
of 297 by 420 mm (11 by 17 in).
3MP
1MP
Images will be approximately 3MP resolution and
have medium compression. This is a memory-efficient
setting, recommended if you plan to print images up
to a size of 210 by 297 mm (8.5 by 11 in).
Images will be approximately 1MP resolution and
have medium compression. This is a memory-efficient
setting that produces lower-quality images. This
setting is good for images that you want to send via
e-mail or post to the Internet.
VGA
Images will be 640 by 480 (lowest) resolution and
have medium compression. This is the most memory-
efficient setting, but produces lower-quality images.
This setting is good for images that you want to send
via e-mail or post to the Internet.
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The Image Quality setting not only affects the quality of the
images but, as a result, also the number of images that can
be stored either in the internal memory in the camera or on
an optional memory card. For example, the 5MP Best setting
results in the highest quality images, but consumes more
storage space in memory than the next lower setting, 5MP.
Likewise, many more still images can be stored in memory at
the 1MP or VGA settings than at 5MP; however, these
settings will result in lower-quality images.
The Pictures remaining count at the bottom of the Image
Quality sub-menu screen updates when you highlight each
information about how the Image Quality setting affects the
number of images that can be saved in the internal memory
in the camera.
The Image Quality setting (in the previous table) will appear
in the Live View screen. The new setting remains in effect
until it is changed again, even when you turn the camera off.
NOTE: This setting does not apply when recording
video clips.
NOTE: When you use digital zoom, the resolution reduces as
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Adaptive Lighting
This setting balances the relationship between bright and
dark areas in a picture, preserving gentle contrasts but
reducing harsh contrasts. Dark areas in the picture are
lightened, while brighter areas are left alone. Here is an
example of how Adaptive Lighting can enhance an image:
Without Adaptive Lighting:
With Adaptive Lighting:
Adaptive Lighting is useful in situations like these:
• Outdoor scenes with a mixture of sun and shade
• Cloudy days when there is a lot of glare from the sky
• Indoor scenes that use flash photography (to soften or
even out the effect of the flash)
• Backlit scenes where the subject is too far away for the
regular flash to reach
You can use Adaptive Lighting with or without the flash, but it
is not recommended as a replacement for the flash. Unlike
the flash, Adaptive Lighting does not affect exposure settings,
so brightened areas may appear noisy or grainy, and indoor
or night images may be blurry if taken without a flash or
a tripod.
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select Adaptive Lighting.
2. In the Adaptive Lighting sub-
menu, use the
highlight a setting.
buttons to
3. Press the
button to save
the setting and return to the
Capture Menu.
The following table explains the settings in more detail:
Setting Description
Off The camera will process the image as normal. This is the
default setting.
On
The camera will gently brighten the dark regions of the
image without changing brightly lit areas.
If the new setting is On, the corresponding icon will appear
in the Live View screen.
The new setting remains in effect until it is changed again,
even when you turn the camera off.
NOTE: This setting does not apply when recording
video clips.
NOTE: When Adaptive Lighting is turned on, the camera will
take longer to store an image in memory, since the image
requires extra processing before storing it.
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Color
This setting allows you to control the color in which your
images will be captured. For example, when you set Color to
Sepia, your images will be captured in brown colors to make
them look aged or old-fashioned.
NOTE: After you have taken a picture using either the Black
& White or Sepia setting, the image cannot be adjusted
back to Full Color later.
2. In the Color sub-menu, use the
buttons to highlight a
setting. The new setting is
applied to the Live View screen
behind the menu, so you can
see the effect each setting will
have on the picture.
3. Press the
button to save the setting and return to the
Capture Menu.
The new setting remains in effect until it is changed again or
until the camera is turned off. The Color setting resets to the
default Full Color setting when you turn the camera off.
Date & Time Imprint
This setting imprints either the date or the date and time of
when the image was captured in the lower left-hand corner
of the image. After you select either of the Date & Time
Imprint settings, the date or date and time will be imprinted
on all subsequent still images that are captured, not to
previously captured images.
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After you have taken a picture using either the Date Only or
Date & Time setting, the date or date and time that is
imprinted on the image cannot be removed later.
TIP: Verify that the date and time setting is correct before
select Date & Time Imprint.
2. In the Date & Time Imprint sub-
menu, use the
highlight a setting.
buttons to
3. Press the
button to save
the setting and return to the
Capture Menu.
The following table explains the settings in more detail:
Setting
Off
Description
The camera will not imprint a date or date and
time on the image.
Date Only The camera will permanently imprint the date in the
lower left-hand corner of the image.
Date & Time The camera will permanently imprint the date and
time in the lower left-hand corner of the image.
If the new setting is anything other than the default Off
setting, the icon for the setting (in the previous table) will
appear in the Live View screen. The new setting remains in
effect until it is changed again, even when you turn the
camera off.
NOTE: This setting does not apply when recording
video clips.
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EV Compensation
In difficult lighting conditions, you can use EV (Exposure
Value) Compensation to override the automatic exposure
setting that the camera makes.
EV Compensation is useful in scenes that contain many
light objects (like a white object against a light background)
or many dark objects (like a black object against a dark
background). Scenes containing many light objects or
many dark objects could turn out gray without the use of
EV Compensation. For a scene with many light objects,
increase the EV Compensation to a positive number to
produce a brighter result. For a scene with many dark
objects, decrease the EV Compensation to darken the
scene to be closer to black.
2. In the EV Compensation sub-
menu, use the
buttons to
change the EV setting in 0.5
steps from -2.0 to +2.0. The
new setting is applied to the Live
View screen behind the menu,
so you can see the effect each
setting will have on the picture.
3. Press the
button to save the setting and return to the
Capture Menu.
If the setting is anything other than the default setting of 0.0,
the number value will appear in the Live View screen next to
the
icon. The new setting remains in effect until it is
changed again or until the camera is turned off. The EV
Compensation setting resets to the default 0.0 setting when
you turn the camera off.
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White Balance
Different kinds of lighting conditions cast different colors.
For example, sunlight is more blue, while indoor tungsten
light is more yellow. Scenes dominated by a single color
may require an adjustment of the white balance setting to
help the camera reproduce colors more accurately and
ensure that whites appear white in the final image. You
can also adjust the white balance to produce creative effects.
For example, using the Sun setting can produce a warmer
look to the image.
2. In the White Balance sub-menu,
use the
buttons to
highlight a setting. The new
setting is applied to the Live
View screen behind the menu,
so you can see the effect each
setting will have on the picture.
3. Press the
button to save the setting and return to the
Capture Menu.
The following table explains the settings in more detail:
Setting
Auto
Description
The camera automatically identifies and corrects for
scene illuminance. This is the default setting.
Sun
The camera balances color assuming the subject is
outdoors under sunny or bright cloudy conditions.
Shade
The camera balances color assuming the subject is
outdoors in shade, in dark cloudy conditions, or at
dusk.
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Setting
Description
Tungsten The camera balances color based on
incandescent or halogen lighting (typically
found in homes).
Fluorescent The camera balances color based on
fluorescent lighting.
If the setting is anything other than the default Auto setting,
the icon for the setting (in the previous table) will appear in
the Live View screen. The new setting remains in effect until it
is changed again or until the camera is turned off. The White
Balance setting resets to the default Auto setting when you
turn the camera off.
ISO Speed
This setting adjusts the sensitivity of the camera to light.
When ISO Speed is set to the default Auto setting, the
camera selects the best ISO speed for the scene.
Lower ISO speeds will capture the best quality images with
the least amount of grain (or noise), but result in slower
shutter speeds. If taking a picture in low light conditions
without a flash at ISO 100, you may want to use a tripod. In
contrast, higher ISO numbers allow faster shutter speeds,
and can be used when taking pictures in dark areas
without a flash, or when taking pictures of fast moving
objects. Higher ISO speeds produce pictures with more grain
(or noise).
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select ISO Speed.
2. In the ISO Speed sub-menu,
use the
highlight a setting.
3. Press the
buttons to
button to save
the setting and return to the
Capture Menu.
If the setting is anything other than the default Auto setting,
the icon for the setting (as shown in the ISO Speed sub-menu)
will appear in the Live View screen. The new setting remains
in effect until it is changed again or until the camera is
turned off. The ISO Speed setting resets to the default Auto
setting when you turn the camera off.
NOTE: This setting does not apply when recording video
clips, or when the shooting mode is set to Action, Portrait,
Landscape, or Fast Shot.
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3 Reviewing Images and
Video Clips
You can use Playback to review the images and video clips
stored in your camera. When reviewing images in Playback,
you can use the Zoom lever to view thumbnails of images, or
to magnify images so you can take a closer look at them on
Menu allows you to delete images or video clips, record
audio to attach to still images, remove red eyes, and rotate
Using Playback
1. There are two ways to activate Playback.
• With the camera turned on, press the Playback
button.
• With the camera turned off, hold down the Playback
button while also sliding the
switch to
turn the camera on. This allows you to activate
Playback without the camera lens extending.
The most recently taken or reviewed image or video clip
appears on the Image Display.
2. Use the
video clips. Press and hold either of the
scroll faster.
buttons to scroll through your images and
buttons to
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You only see the first frame of each video clip, which is
indicated by the video icon. Video clips play
automatically after the first frame of the video clip has
displayed for 2 seconds.
3. To turn off the Image Display after reviewing your images
and video clips, press the Playback
button again.
NOTE: To hear audio clips that have been attached to your
still images, transfer them to your computer and use the
HP Image Zone software. If you have an optional
HP Photosmart M-series dock, you can review the audio
by connecting the camera to a TV via the camera dock.
To do this, see the dock User’s Manual for instructions.
During Playback, the Image Display indicates information
about each image or video clip. The following table
describes this information.
2
1
3
4
5
7
6
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Icon
Description
1
Displays when battery reaches low power state (see
2
3
Displays only when an optional memory card is
installed in the camera.
Displays for the first few seconds when you enter
Playback to indicate that you can scroll through the
images or video clips using the
buttons.
4
5
6
7
Indicates this image has been selected to be sent to
3
Indicates this image has been selected for printing
2
18 of 43 Shows the number of this image or video clip out of
the total number of images and video clips that are
stored in memory.
0:29
•
•
•
Shows the recorded length of this audio or
video clip.
Indicates this image has an audio clip attached.
or
Indicates this is a video clip.
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Total Images Summary Screen
When you press the button while
viewing the last image, the Total
Images Summary screen appears
showing the number of pictures
taken, and the number of pictures
remaining. Counters indicating the
total number of images selected for
HP Instant Share
and for printing
are shown in the
upper left-hand corner of the screen. In addition, icons are
shown in the upper right-hand corner of the screen for an
optional memory card if installed (indicated by the
and the power indicator (such as the low battery level
icon)
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Viewing Thumbnails
Thumbnail view allows you to view the still images you have
taken and the first frames of the video clips you have
recorded, arranged in a matrix of nine thumbnail images
and video clip frames per screen.
press Thumbnails
(same as
) on the Zoom
Zoom Out
lever. A Thumbnail view of up to
nine images and video clip
frames appears on the Image
Display. A yellow border
surrounds the current image or video clip frame.
2. Use the
next thumbnail.
3. Press the
buttons to scroll horizontally to the previous or
buttons to scroll vertically to the thumbnail
directly above or below the current thumbnail.
4. Press the
button to exit Thumbnail view and return to
Playback. The current image or video clip (that was in the
yellow border in Thumbnail view) is displayed in full view
on the Image Display again.
At the bottom of each thumbnail, an HP Instant Share
icon signifies that the still image is selected for one or more
HP Instant Share destinations, a printer
icon signifies
that it is selected for printing, a video
icon signifies that
this is a video clip, and an audio
icon signifies that an
audio clip is attached to this still image.
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Magnifying Images
This feature is for viewing purposes only; it does not
permanently alter the image.
press Magnify
(same as
Zoom In on the Zoom lever).
The currently displayed image is
automatically magnified 2x. The
center portion of the magnified
image is displayed along with
four arrows, which indicate that you can pan around the
magnified image.
2. Use the
and
buttons to pan around the
magnified image.
3. Use Zoom In and Zoom Out
to increase or
decrease the magnification.
4. Press the
button to exit Magnify view and return to
Playback. The current image is displayed in full view on
the Image Display again.
NOTE: This feature is only available for still images; video
clips cannot be magnified.
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Using the Playback Menu
The Playback Menu allows you to view and delete still
images or video clips, undelete images, and format the
camera's internal memory or optional memory card.
Additionally, you can remove red eyes from the subjects in
still images taken with a flash, manipulate still images by
rotating them, and attach audio clips to still images.
1. To display the Playback Menu, press the
button
while you are in Playback. If you are not currently in
Playback, press the Playback
button first, then press
the
button.
buttons to highlight the Playback Menu
2. Use the
option that you want to use on the left side of the Image
Display. The Playback Menu options are explained later
in this section.
3. Move to the image or video clip you want to use by
pressing the
buttons.
4. Select the highlighted Playback Menu option by pressing
the
button. Follow the instructions on the screen to
complete the selected task.
5. To exit the Playback Menu and return to Playback, press
the Live View
button. For other ways to exit a menu,
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The following table summarizes the Playback Menu options.
1
2
3
4
5
#
Icon
Description
1
Delete—Presents a sub-menu where you can delete
the current image or video clip, delete all images
and video clips, format the internal memory or an
optional memory card, and undelete the last
2
3
Remove Red Eyes—Corrects the red effect which
appears in the eyes of human subjects in still
images taken with a flash. (See Remove Red Eyes
Rotate—Rotates the currently displayed still image
90 degrees in the selected direction. (See Rotate
4
5
Record Audio—Records an audio clip to attach to
EXIT—Exits the Playback Menu.
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Delete
when you select Delete, the Delete
sub-menu displays. Use the
buttons to highlight an option, then
press the
button to select it.
The Delete sub-menu provides the
following options:
• Cancel—Returns you to the Playback Menu without
deleting the currently displayed image or video clip.
• This Image—Deletes the currently displayed image or
video clip.
• All Images (in Memory/on Card)—Deletes all of the
images and video clips either in internal memory, or on
an optional memory card that is installed in the camera.
• Format (Memory/Card)—Deletes all of the images, video
clips, and files in internal memory or on an optional
memory card, and then formats the internal memory or
memory card.
To help prevent corrupted cards and images, use Format
Card to format optional memory cards before you use
them for the first time. Also use Format Card when you
want to delete all of the images and video clips stored on
a card.
• Undelete Last—Recovers the most recently deleted image
or images, depending on whether This Image or All
Images (in Memory/on Card) was selected from the
Delete sub-menu. (This option is only displayed after a
Delete operation has been performed.)
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NOTE: With the Undelete Last option, you can recover only
the most recent delete operation. When you proceed to
another operation, for example, powering off the camera
or taking another picture, the last delete operation you
performed becomes permanent, and the camera can no
longer recover the image or images you last deleted.
Remove Red Eyes
Red Eyes, the camera immediately begins processing the
current still image to remove red eyes from the subjects in the
image. The red-eye removal process takes a few seconds.
After processing is complete, the corrected image displays
with green boxes around corrected areas, along with the
Remove Red Eyes sub-menu, which lists three options:
• Save Changes—Saves the red eye changes (overwriting
the original image) and returns to the Playback Menu.
• View Changes—Displays a magnified view of the image
which has green boxes around the portions that were
corrected for red eyes. You can zoom in and pan around
the image in this view. To return to the Remove Red Eyes
sub-menu, press the
button.
• Cancel—Returns to the Playback Menu without saving the
red eye changes.
NOTE: This menu option is only available for still images that
were taken with a flash. Remove Red Eyes is not available
for video clips.
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Rotate
camera displays a sub-menu that allows you to rotate the
image in 90-degree increments.
1. In the Playback Menu, select Rotate.
2. Use the
buttons to rotate the image clockwise
or counter-clockwise. The image rotates in the
Image Display.
3. After you have rotated the image to the desired
orientation, press the
button to exit the Rotate
sub-menu and save the new image.
NOTE: This menu option is not available for video clips.
Record Audio
To record an audio clip for a still image that does not
already have an audio clip attached to it:
Audio recording starts immediately after you select this
menu option. A microphone
icon and an elapsed time
counter are displayed during recording.
2. To stop recording, press the
button; otherwise the
audio continues to record until the camera runs out of
memory. When recording stops, the display returns to the
Playback Menu.
If the currently displayed image already has an audio clip
attached to it, the Record Audio sub-menu is displayed when
you select Record Audio. This sub-menu lists several options:
• Keep Current Clip—Retains the current audio clip and
returns to the Playback Menu.
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• Record New Clip—Begins to record audio, replacing the
previous audio clip.
• Delete Clip—Deletes the current audio clip and returns to
the Playback Menu.
TIP: To hear audio clips that have been attached to your
still images, transfer them to your computer and use
the HP Image Zone software. If you have an optional
HP Photosmart M-series dock, you can review the
audio clips by connecting the camera to a TV via the
camera dock. To do this, see the dock User’s Manual
for instructions.
NOTE: This menu option is not available for video clips.
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4 Using HP Instant Share
This camera has an exciting feature called HP Instant Share.
With it, you can easily select still images in your camera to
be automatically sent to a variety of destinations or to a
printer the next time you connect the camera to your
computer or printer. You can also customize the HP Instant
Share Menu to include e-mail addresses (including group
distribution lists), online albums, or other online services that
you specify. Once you have taken pictures with your camera,
using HP Instant Share is simple:
2. Select images in your camera to send to online
NOTE: You must have the full version of the HP Image Zone
software on your computer to use HP Instant Share
features. If your computer uses the Windows operating
page 97 to determine if the full version was installed. The
full version of the HP Image Zone software is always
installed on Macintosh computers.
NOTE: Available online services vary by region. Visit
in action.
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Using the HP Instant Share Menu
The default HP Instant Share Menu lets you select images for
printing automatically the next time you connect your camera
to your computer or printer. You can add destinations such
as e-mail addresses (including group distribution lists), online
albums, or other online services to the HP Instant Share
Menu through the HP Instant Share Setup...
menu option
1. To display the HP Instant Share Menu, press the
HP Instant Share/Print
/
button on the back of
the camera. The most recently taken or viewed image
appears on the Image Display, with the HP Instant Share
Menu overlaid on top.
2. Use the
Share Menu
3. Press the
buttons to scroll through the HP Instant
options.
button to select a highlighted option.
4. To exit the HP Instant Share Menu, press the Live View
button. For other ways to exit a menu, see Camera
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The following table describes each of the default HP Instant
Share Menu options.
1
2
3
4
#
Icon
Description
1
Print 1 copy of the currently displayed image when
connected to a computer or printer. (See Sending
2
3
Print 2 copies of the currently displayed image.
HP Instant Share Setup... allows you to add e-mail and
other HP Instant Share destinations to the HP Instant
4
EXIT allows you to exit the HP Instant Share Menu.
TIP: If you select images to print using HP Instant Share and
then take them to a photo printing service for printing, let
the printing service know that there is a standard DPOF
file that specifies which, and how many, images you
want printed.
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Setting Up Online Destinations in
the Camera
You can set up a maximum of 32 HP Instant Share
destinations (such as individual e-mail addresses or group
distribution lists) in the HP Instant Share Menu.
NOTE: You will need an Internet connection to complete
this procedure.
NOTE: If you have a memory card in the camera, make sure
the memory card is not locked and has some free space
on it.
1. Make sure that the full version of the HP Image Zone
software is installed on your computer (see pages 17
2. Turn on the camera and press the HP Instant Share/Print
/
button.
3. Use the
button to highlight HP Instant Share Setup...
, and press the
button. A message will appear in
the Image Display asking you to connect the camera to
your computer.
4. Without turning off the
camera, connect it to your
computer using the USB
cable that came with your
camera. Connect the
larger end of the cable to
your computer, and the
smaller end to the USB
connector on the side of
the camera.
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Another way to connect the camera to the computer is
with the optional HP Photosmart M-series dock—simply
put the camera in the dock and press the Save/Print
button on the dock.
5. The next step is slightly different on a Windows and
Macintosh computer:
• Windows: Connecting the camera to the computer
activates the HP Instant Share Setup program. If some
other dialog box appears in addition, close that
dialog box by clicking Cancel. In the HP Instant Share
Setup program, click Start, then simply follow the
directions on the screen to set up destinations on the
computer and save them to your camera.
• Macintosh: Connecting the camera to the computer
activates the HP Instant Share Setup Assistant. Click
Continue, then simply follow the directions on the
screen to set up destinations on the computer and save
them to your camera.
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Sending Images to Destinations
You can send one or more still images to any number of
HP Instant Share destinations. You cannot send video clips.
1. Turn on the camera, and then press the HP Instant Share/
Print
Menu
/
.
button to display the HP Instant Share
2. Use the
buttons to highlight the first destination to
which you want to send one or more images.
3. Use the
buttons to scroll to a still image that you want
to send to the selected destination.
4. Press the
button and a
appears over that destination in
the HP Instant Share Menu. To
deselect the destination, press
the
button again.
5. Select any other destinations for
the current image by using the
buttons to highlight a destination and then press the
button to select it.
6. Scroll to other images by using the
buttons, and select
destinations for those images in the same manner.
7. When you are finished selecting destinations, exit the
HP Instant Share Menu by pressing the Live View
button. For other ways to exit a menu, see Camera Menus
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8. Connect the camera to your computer as explained in
images will be sent automatically to their respective
HP Instant Share destinations.
• Images that were selected to be sent to e-mail
destinations are not e-mailed as attachments. Rather,
the images are uploaded to a secure HP website, and
a message is sent to each e-mail address. The
message contains thumbnail images, as well as a link
to the web page where the recipient can do things like
reply to you, print the images, save images to their
computer, forward images, and more. This makes it
easy for people who use different e-mail programs to
be able to see your images without the difficulty of
dealing with e-mail attachments.
• Images that were selected to be sent to Print
destinations will be printed automatically from the
computer.
NOTE: If you connect the camera directly to a printer, as
page 81, any images that were selected for printing will
print automatically.
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5 Transferring and Printing
Images
Transferring Images to a
Computer
TIP: You can also perform this task using either a memory
page 100) or the optional HP Photosmart M-series dock
(see the dock User’s Manual).
1. Confirm the following:
• Either the HP Image Zone software or HP Image Zone
Express is installed on your computer (see Install the
computer that does not have the HP Image Zone
software installed on it, see Using Your Camera
• If images on the camera are selected for printing or
selected for HP Instant Share destinations, make
sure the computer is connected to a printer and/or
the Internet.
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2. Your camera came with a
special USB cable for
connecting the camera to
a computer. Connect the
larger end of that USB
cable to the computer.
3. Open the door on the side
of the camera and connect
the smaller end of the USB
cable to the USB connector
on the camera.
4. Turn on the camera.
• On Windows: The HP Image Transfer software
provides the download functionality. In the Transfer
Images from Camera/Card screen, click Start Transfer.
The images are transferred to the computer, and then,
if there are any still images that were previously
those actions are started. When the Image Action
Summary screen appears on the computer, you can
disconnect the camera from the computer.
• On Macintosh: Image Capture or iPhoto provides
the download functionality. The Actions are ready
to process screen appears, allowing you to transfer
images to the computer. When the download is
complete, you can disconnect the camera from
the computer.
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Printing Images Directly from the
Camera
You can connect the camera directly to any
PictBridge-certified printer to print images. To
determine if your printer is PictBridge-certified,
look for the PictBridge logo on your printer.
1. Check that the printer is turned on. There should be no
blinking lights on the printer or error messages displayed
about the printer. Load paper into the printer, if needed.
2. Connect your camera to
the printer.
a. Make sure the
camera’s USB
Configuration setting is
set to Digital Camera
(see USB Configuration
b. Using the USB cable
that came with your
camera, connect the larger, flat end of the USB cable
to the corresponding connector on the PictBridge-
certified printer.
TIP: The PictBridge connector is usually located on the front
of the printer.
3. Open the rubber door on the side of the camera and
connect the small end of the USB cable to the USB
connector on the camera.
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4. When the camera is connected
to the printer, a Print Setup menu
displays on the camera. If you
already selected images to print
using the camera HP Instant
Share Menu, the number of
images selected is shown.
Otherwise, Images: ALL is displayed.
There is a print preview in the lower right-hand corner of
the Print Setup screen showing the page layout that will
be used for printing images. This print preview updates as
you change the settings for the Print Size and Paper Size.
If default is displayed for the Print Size or Paper Size,
then no print preview is shown. The printer will
automatically determine the page layout that will be
used for printing images.
5. To change the settings in the Print Setup menu, use the
buttons on the camera to select a menu option, then
use the
buttons on the camera to change the setting.
6. When the settings are correct, press the
button on
the camera to begin printing.
After connecting the camera to the printer, you can print
NOTE: Video clips cannot be printed directly from the
camera. If your printer has a memory card slot and can
print video clips, you can insert the memory card directly
in the printer’s memory card slot and print the video clip.
See your printer’s manual for more information.
NOTE: If you connect the camera to a non-HP printer and
encounter problems with printing, contact your printer
manufacturer. HP does not provide customer support for
non-HP printers.
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TIP: In addition to the method described in this section, you
can print images directly from the camera using one of
the following methods:
• If you have an optional memory card that has images
stored on it that you want to print, and your printer has
a memory card slot, remove the optional memory card
from the camera and insert it into the printer’s memory
card slot. See your printer’s manual for specific
instructions.
• If you have an optional HP Photosmart M-series dock,
you can connect the camera to the printer using the
dock. See the dock User’s Manual for instructions.
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6 Using the Setup Menu
The Setup Menu allows you to adjust a number of camera
settings, such as the camera sounds, date and time, and the
configuration of the USB or TV connection.
1. To display the Setup Menu, first display any other menu
buttons to move to the menu tab for the Setup Menu
.
2. Use the
buttons to scroll through the Setup
Menu options.
3. Either press the
button to select a highlighted option
buttons to
and display its sub-menu, or use the
change the setting for the highlighted option without
going to its sub-menu.
4. Within a sub-menu, use the
buttons and then
the
button to change the setting for the Setup
Menu option.
5. To exit the Setup Menu, press the Live View
button.
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Display Brightness
This setting allows you to adjust the brightness of the Image
Display for the viewing conditions. You can use this setting to
increase the brightness for harsh lighting environments, or
reduce the brightness to extend battery life.
The default Display Brightness setting is Medium.
2. In the Display Brightness sub-
menu, highlight the brightness
level you prefer for the Image
Display. The new setting is
applied to the Live View screen
behind the menu so you can
see the effect the setting will
have on the display brightness.
3. Press the
Setup Menu.
button to save the setting and return to the
The new setting remains in effect until it is changed again,
even when you turn the camera off.
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Camera Sounds
Camera sounds are the sounds that the camera makes when
you turn it on, press a button, or take a picture. Camera
sounds are not the audio sounds recorded with images or
video clips.
The default Camera Sounds setting is On.
2. In the Camera Sounds sub-menu,
highlight Off or On.
3. Press the
button to save
the setting and return to the
Setup Menu.
The new setting remains in effect
until it is changed again, even when
you turn the camera off.
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Live View at Power On
This setting allows you to have the camera automatically
display Live View every time you turn the camera on, or to
have the Image Display turned off every time you turn the
camera on.
The default Live View at Power On setting is Live View On.
TIP: Setting Live View at Power On to Live View Off can save
battery power.
2. In the Live View at Power On sub-
menu, highlight Live View On or
Live View Off.
3. Press the
button to save
the setting and return to the
Setup Menu.
The new setting remains in effect
until it is changed again, even when you turn the camera off.
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Date & Time
This setting allows you to set the date/time format, as well
as the current date and time for the camera. This is
usually done when you first set up the camera; however,
you may need to reset the date and time when you are
traveling to different time zones, after the camera has
been without power for an extended time, or if the date
or time is incorrect.
The date/time format chosen will be used to display the date
information in Playback. Also, the format chosen in this
setting is what is used in the Date & Time Imprint feature (see
2. In the Date & Time sub-menu,
adjust the value of the
highlighted selection by using
the
3. Press the
buttons.
buttons to move to
the other selections.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the
correct date/time format, date, and time are set.
5. Press the
Setup Menu.
button to save the setting and return to the
The date/time format setting remains in effect until it is
changed again, even when you turn the camera off. The
date and time settings also remain current as long as the
camera batteries that are installed have a charge, or
batteries are removed for less than 10 minutes, or the
camera is connected to an optional HP AC power adapter.
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USB Configuration
This setting determines how the camera is recognized when
connected to a computer.
select USB.
2. In the USB Configuration
sub-menu, highlight one of these
two choices:
• Digital Camera—Causes the
computer to recognize the
camera as a digital camera using the Picture Transfer
Protocol (PTP) standard. This is the default setting on
the camera.
• Disk Drive—Causes the computer to recognize the
camera as a disk drive using the Mass Storage Device
Class (MSDC) standard. Use this setting to transfer
images to a computer that does not have the
HP Image Zone software installed on it (see
use this setting with a Windows 98 computer that
does not have the HP Image Zone software installed
on it.
3. Press the
Setup Menu.
button to save the setting and return to the
The new setting remains in effect until it is changed again,
even when you turn the camera off.
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TV Configuration
This setting allows you to set the format of the video signal
for displaying camera images on a television (TV) that is
connected to the camera with an optional HP Photosmart
M-series camera dock.
The default TV Configuration setting depends on the
language and region that you selected when you turned on
the camera for the first time.
select TV Configuration.
2. In the TV Configuration
sub-menu, highlight one of
these two choices:
• NTSC—This format is used
primarily in North America,
parts of South America, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.
• PAL—This format is used primarily in Europe, Uruguay,
Paraguay, Argentina, and parts of Asia.
TIP: If the current setting does not work where you live, try
the other setting.
3. Press the
Setup Menu.
button to save the setting and return to the
The new setting remains in effect until it is changed again,
even when you turn the camera off.
For more information on connecting the camera to a TV, see
the dock User’s Manual.
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Language
This setting allows you to set the language used in the
camera interface, such as the text in menus.
select
.
2. In the Language sub-menu, use
the and buttons to
highlight the language you want
to use.
3. Press the
button to save the
setting and return to the Setup Menu.
The new setting remains in effect until it is changed again,
even when you turn the camera off.
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Move Images to Card
This option allows you to move images from the internal
memory to an optional memory card that you have installed
optional memory card is installed in the camera and the
internal memory contains at least one image.
Card... and press the
button.
2. A confirmation screen appears in the Image Display.
• If there is room on the memory card for all the images
in internal memory, the confirmation screen asks if you
want to move all the images.
• If only some of the images will fit, the confirmation
screen tells you how many images it can move and
asks if you want to move them.
• If no images can be moved to the memory card, the
confirmation screen displays CARD FULL.
During the move, a progress bar is shown. All of the images
that are successfully moved to the memory card are then
deleted from the camera's internal memory. When the move
is complete, you return to the Setup Menu.
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7 Troubleshooting and
Support
This chapter contains information on the following topics:
• HP Image Zone software, including system requirements
• Using the camera without installing the HP Image Zone
• Getting assistance from HP, including web and phone
NOTE: For more information about solutions to problems
mentioned here, as well as any other issues you might
have with your camera or the HP Image Zone software,
see the HP Customer Support website:
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Resetting the Camera
If your camera does not respond when you press any
buttons, try resetting the camera as follows:
1. Turn off the camera.
2. If you have an optional memory card installed, remove it.
(Although removing an optional memory card is not
necessary for performing the reset, it eliminates the
memory card as a possible cause of the problem.)
3. Remove all power (batteries and AC power) from the
camera for at least 5 seconds.
4. Reinsert the batteries and close the Battery/Memory card
door, and/or reconnect the HP AC power adapter to the
camera.
5. After verifying that the camera works without an optional
memory card, reinsert the card, if you have one.
When you reset the camera, the camera settings will return
to the factory defaults. Any images stored in memory will
be retained.
HP Image Zone Software
The HP Image Zone software provides several features that
enhance your camera’s capabilities. With the full version of
the HP Image Zone software, you can use HP Instant Share
to e-mail images to addresses you specify (including
distribution lists), create online albums, or print images
automatically when you connect your camera to your
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If your computer uses the Windows operating system, the
HP Image Zone software installation process (see Install the
version of the HP Image Zone software, the HP Image Zone
Express version, or no HP Image Zone software. This
depends on your computer’s system configuration, as
explained in the next section. HP Image Zone Express lacks
some features contained in the full version of HP Image
System Requirements (Windows Only)
NOTE: The system requirements in this section apply only to
computers using the Windows operating system.
Depending on your computer's system configuration, the
installation process automatically installs either the full
version of the HP Image Zone software, the HP Image Zone
Express version, or no HP Image Zone software.
• If your computer has Windows 2000 or XP and 128MB
of RAM or more, the installation process installs the full
version of the HP Image Zone software.
• If your computer has Windows 2000 or XP and between
64MB and 128MB of RAM, the installation process
installs the HP Image Zone Express software. See
• If your computer has Windows 98, 98 SE, or ME and at
least 64MB of RAM, the installation process installs the
HP Image Zone Express software.
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• If your computer has less than 64MB of RAM, you cannot
install the HP Image Zone software. You can still use your
camera, but you will not be able to use the HP Instant
HP Image Zone Express
(Windows Only)
HP Image Zone Express allows you to transfer images from
your camera to your computer. However, it lacks several
features contained in the full version:
• You cannot use the HP Image Zone Express software with
any of the HP Instant Share features on your camera. You
cannot, for example, select images to print and then use
the HP Image Zone Express software to print those
images automatically. You can, however, select images to
print in the HP Instant Share Menu on the camera and
then print them directly to a printer (see Printing Images
HP Instant Share features available in the HP Image Zone
Express software itself.
• You can transfer video clips to your computer using
HP Image Zone Express. However, you must view them
using another viewer software package.
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Using Your Camera without
Installing the HP Image Zone
Software
If you do not, or cannot, install the HP Image Zone software
(neither the full version nor HP Image Zone Express), you can
still use your camera to take pictures and video clips.
However, some of the things you can do with the camera will
be affected:
• The HP Instant Share feature depends on the HP Image
Zone software. So, if the software is not installed on your
computer, you will not be able to use the HP Instant Share
feature on the camera.
• Images you have marked for printing using the HP Instant
Share Menu on the camera will not print out automatically
when the camera is connected to the computer. However,
this feature will still work in the following scenarios:
• When you connect the camera directly to a printer.
• If your printer has a memory card slot in it, and if you
are using a memory card in your camera, you can
simply remove the memory card from the camera and
insert it into the memory card slot in the printer.
• The process for transferring images and video clips from
the camera to your computer will be different, since,
normally, the HP Image Zone software handles this task.
See the following section for details.
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Transferring Images to a Computer
without HP Image Zone Software
NOTE: If you have a Windows Me, 2000, or XP system, or a
Mac OS X system, you do not need to read this section.
Simply connect the camera to your computer with the USB
cable, and the operating system will launch a program to
help you transfer images.
If you do not, or cannot, install HP Image Zone on your
computer, there are two ways to transfer images from your
camera to the computer: using a memory card reader, or
configuring the camera as a disk drive.
Using a Memory Card Reader
If you are using a memory card in your camera, you can
simply remove it from the camera and put it into a memory
card reader (purchased separately). The memory card
reader acts just like a floppy disk drive or CD-ROM drive. In
addition, some computers and HP Photosmart printers have
memory card slots built into them, and you can use these
memory card slots as you would use a regular memory card
reader to save images to the computer.
Transferring Images to a Windows Computer Using a
Memory Card Reader
1. Remove the memory card from your camera and insert it
into the memory card reader (or the memory card slot in
your computer or printer).
2. Right-click on the My Computer icon on your desktop,
then select Explore from the menu.
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3. A screen appears that shows a list of disk drives under My
Computer. The memory card shows up as a removable
disk drive. Click on the + sign just to the left of the
removable disk.
4. Two directories (folders) appear under the removable
disk. Click on the + sign next to the folder called DCIM,
and a subdirectory should appear. When you click on the
subdirectory under DCIM, the list of your images should
appear on the right side of the Explorer screen.
5. Select all the images (in the Edit pull-down menu, click
on Select All), then copy them (in the Edit menu, click
on Copy).
6. Click on the Local Disk under My Computer. You are now
working in your computer's hard disk drive.
7. Create a new folder under Local Disk (go to the File pull-
down menu and click on New, then click on Folder. A
folder called New Folder appears in the right side of the
Explorer screen). While the text of this new folder is
highlighted, you can type in a new name (for example,
Pictures). To change the name of the folder later, you can
simply right-click on the folder name, choose Rename
from the menu that appears, then type in the new name.
8. Click on the new folder you just created, then go to the
Edit pull-down menu and click on Paste.
9. The images you copied in step 5 are pasted into this new
folder on your computer's hard drive. To verify that the
images were successfully transferred from the memory
card, click on the new folder. You should see the same list
of files in that folder that you saw when you looked at
them on the memory card (step 4).
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10. When you have verified that the images were
successfully transferred from the memory card to your
computer, put the card back into your camera. To free
up space on the card, you can either delete the images
or format the card (under the Delete option in the
Playback Menu in the camera).
NOTE: It is recommended that you format the card rather
than delete the images, because it will help prevent
corrupted images or cards.
Transferring Images to a Macintosh Computer Using a
Memory Card Reader
1. Remove the memory card from your camera and insert it
into the memory card reader (or the memory card slot in
your computer or printer).
2. Depending on the configuration and/or version of the
Mac operating system you are running, either an
application called Image Capture or one called iPhoto
will launch automatically and guide you through the
process of transferring images from your camera to your
computer.
• If the Image Capture application is launched, click on
either the Download Some or Download All button to
transfer the images to your computer. By default, the
images will be put in the Pictures or Movies folder
(depending on which kind of file they are).
• If the iPhoto application is launched, click on the
Import button to transfer the images to your computer.
The images will be stored in the iPhoto application.
So, to access the images later, simply run iPhoto.
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• If no application launches automatically, or if you
want to copy the images manually, look on the
desktop for a disk drive icon which represents the
memory card, then copy the images from there to your
local hard drive. For more information about how to
copy files, visit Mac help, the help system included
with your computer.
Configuring the Camera as a Disk Drive
This method sets up your camera to function as a disk drive
when it is connected to your computer, so you can transfer
images without using the HP Image Zone software.
NOTE: You may be unable to use this method with
Windows 98 computers.
1. Set your camera to act as a Disk Drive (you only need to
do this step once):
a. Turn on the camera, then press the
display the Capture Menu.
button to
b. Use the button to navigate to the Setup Menu
.
c. Use the
button to highlight the USB menu option,
and then press the
button.
d. Use the
button to select Disk Drive, and then press
the
button.
button to highlight
button.
e. Use the
EXIT, and then
press the
2. When you have set your camera to Disk Drive, connect
the camera to your computer using the USB cable.
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3. At this point, the process for transferring images is the
same as described in the section Using a Memory Card
camera will appear as a removable disk in the Windows
Explorer screen. On Macintosh computers, either the
Image Capture or iPhoto application will launch
automatically.
4. When you have finished transferring images from the
camera to the computer, simply disconnect the camera
from the computer. If your computer is running Windows
2000 or XP, you may get an “Unsafe Removal” warning
upon disconnecting the camera. You can disregard this
warning.
NOTE: On Macintosh computers, if either Image Capture
or iPhoto does not launch automatically, look on the
desktop for a disk drive icon with the label HP_M417
or HP_M517. For more information about how to copy
files, visit Mac help, the help system included with
your computer.
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Problems and Solutions
Problem
Possible Cause Solution
The camera
does not turn
on.
The batteries
either are
functioning
incorrectly, are
over-
discharged, are
installed
incorrectly, are
missing, or are
the wrong type.
•
The charge in the batteries
could be low or completely
drained. Try installing new
or recharged batteries.
•
•
Ensure that the batteries are
installed correctly (see
Do not use ordinary
Alkaline batteries. For best
results, use Energizer Lithium
AA or rechargeable NiMH
AA batteries.
If you are using Ensure that the HP AC power
an optional
HP AC power
adapter is connected to the
camera and is plugged into a
adapter, it is not working electrical outlet.
connected to the
camera, or is
not plugged into
a power outlet.
The optional
HP AC power
adapter is not
functioning
correctly.
Ensure that the HP AC power
adapter is not damaged and is
plugged into a working
electrical outlet.
The camera has Reset the camera (see
stopped
page 96).
operating.
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
The camera
does not
turn on
The optional
memory card is the proper type for your
Ensure that the memory card is
(continued).
card or is
corrupted.
card is the proper type, remove
the memory card and see if you
can turn on the camera. If you
can turn on the camera with the
memory card removed, then the
card is probably corrupted.
Replace the memory card.
The Power
light is on but may have
my camera
seems stuck
and won’t
operate
The camera
Reset the camera (see
page 96).
experienced a
transient
problem.
properly.
I have to
Live View or
videorecording,
excessive flash
replace or
recharge the
batteries
frequently.
use, and
excessive
zooming
increase the rate
of battery drain.
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
I have to
The NiMH
batteries you
are using were discharge over time whether or
recharged
NiMH batteries are not fully
charged when new, and they
replace or
recharge the
batteries
not they are installed in a
frequently
(continued).
incorrectly, or
camera. Batteries that are new
have drained on or have not been charged
their own
recently must be recharged to
reach full capacity (see
page 151).
because they
have not been
used lately.
Battery
chemistry type
is inappropriate
for the way the
camera is being
used.
The camera
batteries will
not charge.
Rechargeable
batteries are not and Alkaline batteries cannot
inserted.
Install NiMH batteries. Lithium
be recharged.
Batteries are
already
charged.
Battery charging will not start if
the NiMH batteries were
recently charged. Try charging
them again after they have
drained awhile.
The wrong AC
Use only the HP AC power
power adapter adapter approved for use with
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
The camera
batteries will
not charge
(continued).
Battery voltage The camera will not attempt to
is too low for
charging to
start.
charge NiMH batteries that
may be damaged or over-
discharged. Remove the
batteries from the camera and
charge them in the optional
HP Photosmart Quick
Recharger for M-series cameras
(purchased separately), then try
them in the camera again. If
this does not work, it is likely
that one or both of the batteries
are defective. Purchase new
NiMH batteries and try again.
The batteries
NiMH batteries degrade over
are damaged or time and can fail. If the camera
defective.
detects a problem with the
batteries, it will not start
charging or will stop charging
prematurely. Purchase new
batteries.
Batteries are not Ensure that the batteries are
inserted
correctly.
inserted correctly (see
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
The camera
does not
The camera is
turned off or has off and then on again.
respond when shut down.
Turn on the camera, or turn it
I press a
button.
The camera is
connected to a not respond when the camera
computer.
Most of the camera buttons do
is connected to a computer. If
they respond, it is only to turn
on the Image Display if it is off,
or, in some cases, turn off the
Image Display if it is on.
The camera is
processing an
image.
Wait until the Memory light
turns off, indicating the camera
has completed processing the
previously-taken image.
The batteries
are drained.
Replace or recharge the
batteries.
The optional
Ensure that the memory card is
memory card is the proper type for your
card or is
corrupted.
card is the proper type, turn off
the camera, remove the
memory card, turn on the
camera, and see if the camera
responds when you press a
button. If so, then the card is
probably corrupted. Replace
the memory card.
The camera has Reset the camera (see
stopped
page 96).
operating.
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
A long delay
occurs
The camera
needs time to
lock focus and
exposure.
between
pressing the
Shutter button
and the
camera taking
a picture.
The scene is
dark and the
camera is
taking a long
exposure.
•
•
Use the flash.
If using flash is not possible,
then use a tripod to keep
the camera steady during
the long exposure time.
The camera is
using a flash
It will take longer to take a
picture with red-eye reduction.
setting with red- The shutter is delayed because
eye reduction.
of the additional flashes. In
turn, make sure your subjects
wait for the additional flashes.
The camera
does not take press the
You did not
Press the Shutter button all the
way down.
a picture when Shutter button
I press the
hard enough.
Shutter button.
The internal
memory or the
optional
Transfer images from the
camera to your computer, then
format the internal memory or
the memory card (see
memory card
is full.
the card with a new one.
The optional
memory card
With the camera turned off,
remove the memory card and
that is installed switch the locking tab on the
is locked. card to the unlocked position.
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
The flash is Wait until the flash has
The camera
does not take recharging.
a picture when
recharged before taking
another picture.
I press the
Shutter button
(continued).
The camera is
set to the Macro
shooting
mode and
cannot take a
picture until it
finds focus.
•
Re-focus the camera (try
using Focus Lock; see
page 37).
•
Make sure the subject of the
picture is within the Macro
(close-up) range (see
page 42).
The camera is
still saving the
last picture
Wait a few seconds for the
camera to finish processing the
last image before taking
another picture.
you took.
The Image
The charge in
•
Replace or recharge the
batteries. If the Image
Display does not turn on,
remove the batteries and
connect to the HP AC
Display is not the batteries is
working.
too low, the
batteries are
completely
drained, or the
camera has
stopped
power adapter to see if the
Image Display turns on.
If the Image Display does
not turn on, reset the
•
working.
My image is
blurry.
The light is low In dim light, the camera
and the flash
is set to
requires a longer exposure. Use
a tripod to hold the camera
steady, improve lighting
Flash Off
conditions, or set the flash to
Flash On
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
My image is
blurry
(continued).
The subject was Set the camera to the Macro
close-up and the
shooting mode and try
camera should taking the picture again (see
the Macro
shooting mode.
You moved the Hold the camera steady as you
camera while
you took the
picture.
press the Shutter button, or use
a tripod. Watch for the
icon in the Image Display (this
means that it is almost
impossible to hold the camera
steady, and you should use a
tripod).
The camera
focused on the
wrong thing, or
was unable to
focus.
•
Make sure the focus
brackets turn green before
taking the picture (see
page 35).
•
Use Focus Lock (see
page 37).
My image is
too bright.
The flash
provided too
much light.
•
•
Turn the flash off (see
page 40).
Move back from the subject
and use the zoom to get the
same framing.
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
My image is
too bright
(continued).
A natural or
•
Try taking the picture from a
different angle.
artificial source
other than the
flash provided
too much light.
•
Avoid pointing the camera
directly toward a bright light
or reflective surface on a
sunny day.
•
Decrease the EV
Compensation (see
page 55).
The scene had
many dark-
Decrease the EV Compensation
colored objects,
such as a black
object against
a dark
background.
The Display
Change the Display Brightness
Brightness is set in the Setup Menu for more
to High for accurate brightness on the
making images
appear too
bright on the
Image Display.
You used EV
Compensation
when you
Set EV Compensation to 0.0
should not have.
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
My image is
too dark.
There was not
enough light.
•
Wait for natural lighting
conditions to improve.
•
•
Add indirect lighting.
Use the flash (see
page 40).
•
•
Increase the EV
Compensation (see
page 55).
Use Adaptive Lighting (see
The flash was
on, but the
Make sure your subject is
within the flash working range
far away.
using the Flash Off
setting
require a longer exposure (use
a tripod).
A light is behind
the subject.
•
Use the Flash On
setting
the subject. This is called
fill-flash.
•
•
Increase the EV
Compensation (see
page 55).
Use Adaptive Lighting (see
Your finger
blocked the
flash.
Be sure to move your fingers
away from the flash when you
take a picture.
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
My image is
too dark
(continued).
The scene had
many light-
colored objects,
such as a white
object against
a light
Increase the EV Compensation
background.
My image is
grainy.
The camera was This effect, which can happen
too warm when on all digital cameras, is
the picture was probably not noticeable in most
taken. The
camera may
have been on
images. The effect will diminish
as the camera cools. For best
image quality, avoid storing the
for a long time camera in very hot locations. If
or had been
stored in a hot
location.
the camera is warm after using
it for a long time, consider
turning off the Image Display to
minimize heating. As with all
electronic devices, avoid
leaving the camera in very hot
locations, such as the
dashboard of a car in the sun.
The ISO Speed Use a lower ISO Speed setting
high.
The Image
Quality setting
was too low.
Use the highest image quality
setting (5MP Best), which has
the lowest image compression
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
My image is
grainy
(continued).
There was not
enough light.
•
Wait for natural lighting
conditions to improve.
•
•
Add indirect lighting.
Use the flash (see
page 40).
Some menu
options are
The menu
option is not
This is normal behavior. For
example, if a video clip is
grayed out in available for the selected, you cannot rotate it.
the Playback
Menu.
image.
Or, if a still image taken
without a flash is selected, you
cannot remove red eye.
The image was Transfer the images from the
taken with camera to your computer (see
and cannot be
edited on this
camera.
them using the HP Image Zone
software.
Images are
You installed a Move the images from the
missing on my memory card
internal memory to the memory
camera.
or more images.
The wrong
date and/or
The date and/
or time was set using the Date & Time option in
Reset the date and time by
time is shown. incorrectly or
the time zone
has changed.
The batteries
Reset the date and time by
were drained or using the Date & Time option in
were removed
from the camera
for too long.
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
The camera
responds very memory card
sluggishly that is installed
when trying to or too many
tips about memory cards.
review
images.
images on the
card can affect
actions like
scrolling
through images,
magnifying,
deleting, etc.
The camera
may be
processing an
image.
Wait until the Memory light
turns off, indicating that the
camera has finished
processing.
The camera
gets warm (or the optional
even hot) to
the touch.
You are using
This is normal. However, if
anything seems out of the
ordinary, turn off the camera,
unplug the camera from the
HP AC power adapter, and
allow the camera to cool. Then
examine the camera and the
HP AC power
adapter to
power the
camera or to
charge the
batteries in the batteries for signs of possible
camera, or you damage.
have been using
the camera for
a prolonged
period of time
(15 minutes or
longer).
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
My camera
stalls when
The USB cable
is not inserted
Ensure that the USB cable is
properly connected to the
establishing a far enough into camera and computer. If that
connection to the camera or
the computer. computer.
does not fix the problem, try
connecting the USB cable to
another USB port on the
computer.
The camera
may have
experienced a
transient
•
Turn the camera off, then on
again. If that does not fix
If the problem persists,
contact HP Support (see
problem.
•
I cannot
transfer
images from
the camera to the computer.
The HP Image
Either install the HP Image Zone
my computer.
The computer is Set your camera to act as a
unable to
understand the
Picture Transfer
Protocol (PTP)
standard.
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Problem
Possible Cause Solution
I receive an
error message or electrostatic
when
A power surge Close the HP Image Zone
Transfer software, disconnect
discharge may the camera from the computer
have interrupted (or remove it from the camera
transferring
images to my the transfer.
computer.
dock), and reset the camera
image transfer process (see
page 79).
I am having a
problem
installing or
using the
HP Image
Zone
Refer to the HP Customer
Support website:
software.
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Error Messages on the Camera
Message
Possible Cause
Solution
BATTERIES
DEPLETED.
Battery power is Replace or recharge the
too low to
continue
batteries, or use an
optional HP AC power
adapter.
operation.
Batteries are non- The batteries are Verify that there are
rechargeable.
not rechargeable. rechargeable batteries in
the camera, then retry
charging the batteries a
couple of times. If that
fails, purchase new
batteries and try again.
Batteries cannot
be charged.
Either an error
occurred during
charging, an AC If that fails, try charging
power disruption the batteries in an external
Retry charging the
batteries a couple of times.
occurred during
charging, the
charger. If the batteries still
will not charge, purchase
wrong AC power new batteries and try
adapter is being again.
used, batteries
are over-
discharged,
batteries are
defective, or no
batteries are
installed in the
camera.
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Message
Possible Cause
Solution
BATTERIES LOW.
Alkaline or
Purchase new batteries
Lithium batteries and try again. For best
are installed, and battery life, use Lithium or
they are now low. rechargeable NiMH
batteries.
UNSUPPORTED
CARD
The optional
memory card that card is the proper type for
is installed in the your camera (see
memory slot is
not a supported
memory card.
Ensure that the memory
CARD IS
The optional
Format the memory card
UNFORMATTED
Press OK to
format card
memory card that by following the
is installed needs instructions on the Image
to be formatted. Display (or remove the
card from the camera if
you do not want it to be
formatted). Formatting the
memory card will delete all
files on the card.
CARD HAS
The optional
Reformat the memory card
WRONG FORMAT memory card that by following the
Press OK to
format card
is installed is
formatted for a
different device,
instructions on the Image
Display (or remove the
card from the camera if
such as an MP3 you do not want it to be
player.
reformatted). Formatting
the memory card will
delete all files on the card.
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Possible Cause
Solution
Unable to Format The optional
Replace the memory card,
Try Again
memory card that or if you have a memory
is installed is
corrupted.
card reader, try formatting
the card on your computer.
See your card reader
documentation for
instructions.
The card is locked. When trying to
Please remove the configure your
With the camera turned
off, switch the locking tab
card from your
camera.
HP Instant Share on the card to the unlocked
Menu, the position or simply remove
optional memory the memory card from the
card that is
installed is
locked.
camera and continue the
HP Instant Share task.
CARD LOCKED
The optional
memory card that off, remove the memory
With the camera turned
is installed is
locked.
card from the camera and
switch the locking tab on
the card to the unlocked
position.
MEMORY FULL
or
CARD FULL
There is
Transfer images from the
insufficient room camera to your computer
to save more
images in
all images in internal
internal memory memory or on the memory
optional memory replace the card with a
card that is
installed.
new one.
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Possible Cause
Solution
Memory too full to There is
Transfer images, video
record audio.
or
Card too full to
record audio.
insufficient room clips, and/or audio files
to record more
than 3 seconds
of audio.
from the camera to your
then delete all files in
internal memory or on the
memory card (see
page 67). Or replace the
card with a new one.
Memory full.
Camera cannot
save Share
selections.
or
Internal memory Transfer images from the
or the optional
memory card is
full, preventing
camera to your computer
all images in internal
HP Instant Share memory or on the memory
cannot save Share being saved to
set up the HP Instant Share
destinations again (see
selections.
the camera, or
preventing
images from
being marked for
HP Instant Share.
Insufficient space There is
•
•
Delete an image to free
up memory space, then
try rotating the image
again.
Transfer images from
the camera to your
computer (see
on card to rotate
image.
or
insufficient room
in internal
memory or on the
Insufficient space optional memory
in memory to
rotate image.
card to save a
rotated image.
page 79), then rotate
the image using the
HP Image Zone
software or another
image editing
package.
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Message
Possible Cause
Solution
Insufficient space There is
Transfer images from the
on card to save
updated image.
or
insufficient room camera to your computer
memory or on the all images in internal
Insufficient space optional memory memory or on the memory
updated image.
image after red- remove red eyes from the
eye removal.
image using the HP Image
Zone software.
The image is too
large to magnify. taken with
The image was
Transfer the image to your
another camera. and magnify it using the
HP Image Zone software.
The image is too
large to rotate.
The image was
taken with
another camera. and rotate it using the
HP Image Zone software.
Transfer the image to your
Unknown image
error. Unable to
complete request. complete the
image
The camera
could not
•
•
Try modifying the
image again.
If the same message
displays, transfer the
image to your
modification you
requested.
computer (see
page 79) and modify it
using the HP Image
Zone software.
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Message
Possible Cause
Solution
CARD IS
UNREADABLE
The camera is
having trouble
reading the
optional memory
card that is
installed. The
card may be
corrupted or an
unsupported
type.
•
•
Try turning the camera
off and then back on.
Ensure that the memory
card is the proper type
for your camera (see
page 166). If the
memory card is the
proper type, try
reformatting the card
using the Format option
in the Delete sub-menu
of the Playback Menu
not format, it is
probably corrupted.
Replace the memory
card.
PROCESSING...
The camera is
processing data, camera to finish
Wait a few seconds for the
such as saving
the last picture
you took.
processing before taking
another picture or pressing
another button.
CHARGING
FLASH...
The camera is
recharging the
flash.
It takes longer to charge
the flash when the battery
is low. If you see this
message a lot, you may
need to replace or
recharge the battery.
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Message
Possible Cause
Solution
FOCUS TOO FAR
The focus
distance is
beyond where
the camera can
focus in the
Macro
•
Select a shooting mode
other than Macro
Move closer to the
subject, within the
range of the Macro
shooting mode (see
page 42).
•
shooting mode.
FOCUS TOO
CLOSE
The focus
Move farther away from
distance is closer the subject, within Macro
can focus in the
Macro
shooting mode.
Blinking
The focus
distance is closer Macro
Set the camera to
shooting mode
than the camera or move farther away.
can focus without
being in the
Macro
shooting mode.
UNABLE TO
FOCUS and
blinking
The camera
cannot find focus
in the Macro
shooting mode,
possibly due to
low contrast.
•
•
Use Focus Lock (see
page 37). Point at a
part of the scene that is
brighter or has a high-
contrast edge.
Make sure the subject
is within Macro range
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Possible Cause
Solution
NOT ENOUGH
LIGHT FOR FAST
SHOT
The light is low
Add light to the scene.
and the image is (Flash is set to Flash Off in
likely to be noisy Fast Shot mode.)
due to the small
aperture setting
used in Fast Shot
mode.
The light is low
Use the flash (see
likely to be blurry on a stable surface, or use
(camera shake
warning)
due to the long
exposure
a tripod.
required.
ERROR SAVING
IMAGE
The optional
memory card that
is installed was
half-locked or
was removed
before the
camera finished
writing to the
card.
•
•
Always wait until the
Memory light stops
blinking before
or
ERROR SAVING
VIDEO
removing the memory
card from the camera.
With the camera
turned off, remove the
memory card and
check to see if the
locking tab on the
edge of the card is fully
in the unlocked
position.
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Message
Possible Cause
Solution
Cannot display
image.
<filename>
The image was
taken with
•
The image may still be
okay. Transfer the
image to your
another camera,
or the image file
was corrupted
when the camera
was shut down
improperly.
computer (see
page 79) and try
opening it with the
HP Image Zone
software.
•
Do not remove the
memory card when the
camera is turned on.
No devices are
connected to
camera dock.
The camera may Make sure the camera is
not be properly
seated in the
dock, or the
cables may not
be firmly
properly inserted into dock
and check the USB cable
connectors at both the
dock and printer,
computer, or television.
connected.
No printable
images in
memory.
The camera you Disconnect the camera
connected to the from the printer, then take
printer has no still still images before
or
images. Video
clips cannot be
printed directly
from the camera.
reconnecting the camera
to the printer.
No printable
images on card.
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Possible Cause
Solution
Cannot print video You have
If your printer supports
printing video clips,
transfer the video clip to
your computer (see
clips.
selected Print 1
copy or Print 2
copies in the
Menu and have
scrolled to a
from your computer.
video clip. Video
clips cannot be
printed from the
camera.
Camera has
experienced an
error
The camera may Turn the camera off and
have a
then on again. If that does
not fix the problem, try
resetting the camera (see
page 96). If the problem
persists, note the error
code and then call
experienced a
transient
problem.
HP Support (see
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Possible Cause
Solution
Unable to
communicate with connection
printer
There is no
•
Check that the printer is
turned on and has no
errors.
Make sure the cable is
connected between the
printer and the camera
or the optional
between the
camera and
printer.
•
HP Photosmart M-series
dock. If that does not
work, turn off the
camera and disconnect
it from the USB cable.
Turn the printer off and
then on again. Re-
connect the camera
and turn it on.
Printer top cover is The printer is
open open.
Close the top cover of the
printer.
Printer ink cover is The door to the
Close the door to the ink
cartridge.
open.
ink cartridge is
open.
Incorrect or
missing print
cartridge.
The printer
Install a new printer
cartridge, turn the printer
off, then turn it back on.
cartridge is the
incorrect model
or is missing.
Incorrect or
missing print
head.
The print head is Install a new print head,
the incorrect
model or is
missing.
turn the printer off, then
turn it back on.
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Message
Possible Cause
Solution
Unable to print.
Error reading
image file.
The printer is
unable to read
the file that was
trying to print.
The file may be
corrupted.
Try printing again. If that
does not work, try printing
from the computer.
Printer has a
paper jam
or
Paper has
jammed in the
printer or the
Turn off the printer.
Completely clear the paper
jam, then turn the printer
back on.
The print carriage printer carriage
has stalled
has stalled.
Printer is out of
paper
The printer is out Load paper into the
of paper.
printer, and then press the
OK or Continue button on
the printer.
Unsupported USB Your camera
Use the USB cable that
came with your camera.
The larger, flat end
cable
dock is
connected to a
printer using the connector on the cable
wrong type of
cable, or the
printer is not a
PictBridge-
connect to the printer,
usually on the front of the
printer. If your printer does
not have a connector for
this type of USB cable
certified printer.
connection, then it is not a
PictBridge-certified printer,
and it is not a supported
printer with your camera.
The printer must have the
official PictBridge logo.
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Message
Possible Cause
Solution
Selected print size Print size is too
Press the
button on
is larger than
selected paper
size.
large for the
paper size.
the camera to return to the
Print Setup screen and
select a print size that
matches the paper size.
Or, select a larger paper
size and load larger paper
into the printer.
Paper is not
Paper is not
Realign paper and try
loaded correctly in aligned correctly printing again.
the printer.
in the paper tray.
The selected
The paper type
and size in the
printer is not
supported.
Load the printer with paper
of the type and size that is
supported.
combination of
paper type and
paper size is not
supported.
There is a problem The ink cartridge Replace the ink cartridge
with the printer’s may be low, or
with a supported cartridge
ink.
the ink cartridge type, turn the printer off,
type may not be then turn it back on.
supported for the
printer.
Low ink.
The printer
cartridge is
running low on
ink.
Replace the ink cartridge.
You may be able to print
some images using the
current cartridge, but their
color and quality may not
be of high quality.
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Message
Possible Cause
Solution
Printer is out of
ink.
The printer has
run out of ink.
Replace the ink cartridge.
Printing canceled The print job has Press the
button on
been canceled.
the camera to return to the
Print Setup screen.
Complete the print request
again.
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Error Messages on the Computer
Message
Possible Cause
Solution
Cannot Connect The computer
If internal memory or the
optional memory card is full,
transfer the images to a
then delete the images from
the camera to free-up space
To Product
needs to access
files in memory
during HP Instant
Share setup. But
either the internal
an optional
memory card is
installed, the card
is full.
The camera is
turned off.
Turn on the camera.
The camera is not Try connecting the camera
working correctly. directly to a PictBridge-
certified printer, and print an
image. This will verify that
the optional memory card,
USB connection, and the
USB cable are functioning
correctly.
The cable is not
connected
correctly.
Make sure that the cable is
firmly connected to the
computer and camera.
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Message
Possible Cause
Solution
Cannot Connect The camera is set Change the USB
To Product
(continued)
to the Digital
Camera setting in Drive in the Setup Menu (see
Configuration setting to Disk
Configuration sub- camera to appear as
menu of the Setup another disk drive on the
Menu, but the
computer cannot
recognize the
camera as a
computer so that you can
easily copy the image files
from the camera to the
computer hard drive.
digital camera.
The camera is
connected to the
Connect the camera directly
to a USB port on the
computer through computer.
a USB hub, and
your USB hub is
not compatible
with the camera.
You are using the
optional
Press the Save/Print
button on the
dock.
HP Photosmart
M-series dock and
forgot to press the
Save/Print
button.
The optional
With the camera turned off,
memory card that remove the memory card
is installed is
locked.
and switch the locking tab
on the card to the unlocked
position.
The USB
Reboot the computer.
connection failed.
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Possible Cause
Solution
Could Not Send The computer is
Make sure your computer is
online.
To Service
not connected to
the Internet.
Communication Other HP Instant
Close the other HP Instant
Share program.
Problem
Share software is
running with
exclusive access to
your camera.
Getting Assistance
This section contains support information for your
digital camera, including support website information,
an explanation of the support process, and support
phone numbers.
HP Accessibility Website
Customers with disabilities can get help by visiting
HP Photosmart Website
www.hp.com/photosmart for the following information:
• Tips on using your camera more effectively and creatively
• HP digital camera driver updates and software
• Register your product
• Subscribe to newsletters, driver and software updates,
and support alerts
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Support Process
The HP support process works most effectively if you perform
the following steps in the order specified:
1. Review the troubleshooting section of this User’s Manual
2. Access the HP Customer Care website for support. If you
have access to the Internet, you can obtain a wide range
of information about your digital camera. Visit the
HP website for product help, drivers, and software
updates at www.hp.com/support
Customer Support is available in the following languages:
Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese,
Spanish, Swedish, Traditional Chinese, Simplified
Chinese, Japanese, Korean. (Danish, Finnish, and
Norwegian support information is available in
English only.)
3. Access HP e-support. If you have access to the Internet,
connect with HP via e-mail by going to:
www.hp.com/support. You will receive a personal reply
from an HP Customer Support technician. E-mail support
is available in the languages listed at that website.
4. (US and Canadian customers, skip this step and go on to
Step 5.) Contact your local HP dealer. If your digital
camera has a hardware failure, take it to your local
HP dealer for a solution. Service is free during your
digital camera’s limited warranty period.
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5. Contact HP Customer Care for support by phone. Please
consult the following website to check the details and
conditions of phone support in your country/region:
www.hp.com/support. As a part of HP’s continuing
efforts to improve phone support information services, we
advise you to check the HP website on a regular basis for
new information regarding service features and delivery.
If you cannot solve the problem using the above options,
call HP while you are in front of your computer and
digital camera. For faster service, please be prepared to
provide the following information:
• The digital camera’s model number (on the front of
the camera)
• The digital camera’s serial number (on the bottom of
the camera)
• The computer’s operating system and available RAM
• The version of the HP software (on the CD label)
• Messages displayed at the time the situation occurred
The applicable conditions for HP phone support are subject
to change without notice. Telephone support is free for:
• One year from the date of purchase for the following
regions: Africa, Asia Pacific, Canada, Latin America,
Middle East, and United States.
• One year from the date of purchase throughout most
of Europe.
• Two years from the date of purchase for the following
countries in Europe: Czech Republic, Slovakia, Turkey,
and Portugal.
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Phone Support in the United States
and Canada
Support is available both during and after the warranty
period.
Within the period of your warranty, telephone support is
provided free of charge. Call 1-(800)-474-6836
(1-800-HP invent).
HP Total Care phone support is available 24x7 in English
(US and Canada), Spanish (US only), and French (Canada
only). (Days and hours of support may change without
notice.)
After the warranty period, call 1-(800)-474-6836
(1-800-HP invent). A service charge will be required, which
will be charged to your credit card. If you think your
HP product needs service, please call HP Total Care and a
Total Care Representative will help you determine your
service options.
Phone Support in Europe, the
Middle East, and Africa
HP Customer Support phone numbers and policies may
change. Visit the following website to check the details and
conditions of phone support in your country/region:
Algeria
Austria
+213 61 56 45 43
+43 1 86332 1000
0810-001000 (in-country)
Bahrain
800 171 (in-country toll-free)
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Belgium
070 300 005 (Dutch)
070 300 004 (French)
Czech Republic
Denmark
Egypt
+420 261307310
+45 70 202 845
+20 2 532 5222
Finland
+358 (0)203 66 767
France
+33 (0)892 69 60 22 (Euro 0.34/minute)
+49 (0)180 5652 180 (Euro 0.12/minute)
Germany
Greece
+30 210 6073603 (international number)
801 11 22 55 47 (in-country)
800 9 2649 (toll-free from Cyprus to Athens)
Hungary
Ireland
Israel
+36 1 382 1111
1890 923 902
+972 (0) 9 830 4848
848 800 871
Italy
Luxembourg
900 40 006 (French)
900 40 007 (German)
Middle East
Morocco
Netherlands
Nigeria
+971 4 366 2020 (international number)
+212 22 404747
0900 2020 165 (Euro 0.10/minute)
+234 1 3204 999
Norway
+47 815 62 070
Poland
+48 22 5666 000
Portugal
Romania
808 201 492
+40 (21) 315 4442
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Russian Federation +7 095 7973520 (Moscow)
+7 812 3467997 (St. Petersburg)
Saudi Arabia
Slovakia
800 897 1444 (in-country toll-free)
+421 2 50222444
South Africa
086 0001030 (Republic of South Africa)
+27 11 2589301 (international number)
Spain
902 010 059
Sweden
Switzerland
+46 (0)77 120 4765
0848 672 672 (German, French, Italian—
Peak time 0.08 CHF/Outside peak 0.04
CHF)
Tunisia
Turkey
Ukraine
+216 71 89 12 22
+90 216 579 71 71
+7 (380 44) 4903520 (Kiev)
800 4520 (in-country toll-free)
United Arab
Emirates
United Kingdom
West Africa
+44 (0)870 010 4320
+351 213 17 63 80 (French-speaking
countries only)
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Other Phone Support Worldwide
HP Customer Care phone numbers and policies may
change. Visit the following website to check the details and
conditions of phone support in your country/region:
Argentina
Australia
(54)11-4778-8380 or 0-810-555-5520
1300 721 147 (during warranty period)
1902 910 910 (after the warranty
period)
Brazil
0800-15-7751 or 11-3747-7799
Canada
1-800-474-6836
(905-206-4663 from within local
Mississauga calling area)
Chile
800-360-999
China
+86 (21) 3881 4518
Colombia
Costa Rica
Ecuador
01-800-51-HP-INVENT
0-800-011-4114 or 1-800-711-2884
999-119 (Andinatel)
+1-800-711-2884 (Andinatel)
1-800-225-528 (Pacifitel)
+1-800-711-2884 (Pacifitel)
Guatemala
Hong Kong SAR
India
1-800-999-5105
+852 2802 4098
1 600 447737
Indonesia
Jamaica
+62 (21) 350 3408
1-800-711-2884
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Japan
0570 000 511 (inside Japan)
+81 3 3335 9800 (outside Japan)
Korea, Republic of
Malaysia
+82 1588-3003
1 800 805 405
Mexico
01-800-472-6684 or (55)5258-9922
+64 (9) 356 6640
001-800-711-2884
0-800-10111
New Zealand
Panama
Peru
Philippines
+63 (2) 867 3551
Republica Dominicana 1-800-711-2884
Singapore
Taiwan
+65 6272 5300
+886 0 800 010055
+66 (0)2 353 9000
1-800-711-2884
+1 (800) 474-6836
0-800-4746-8368
+84 88234530
Thailand
Trinidad & Tobago
United States
Venezuela
Vietnam
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A Managing Batteries
Your camera uses two AA batteries. For best results, use
Energizer Lithium AA or rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride
(NiMH) AA batteries.
Alkaline batteries provide far less battery life than Lithium or
NiMH batteries. If you must use Alkaline batteries, use high-
grade “ultra” or “premium” varieties instead of ordinary
Alkaline batteries. Depending on your camera usage,
Lithium batteries will provide approximately 4-8 times more
battery life than Alkaline batteries. If you prefer rechargeable
batteries, NiMH will provide approximately 2-5 times more
battery life than Alkaline.
Top Points About Batteries
• The first time that you use a set of NiMH batteries, be
sure that you fully charge them before using them in
the camera.
• If you do not intend to use your camera for an
extended period of time (more than two months), HP
recommends that you remove the batteries unless you
are using rechargeable batteries and are leaving the
camera docked or connected to an optional HP AC
power adapter.
• When inserting the batteries in the camera, always be
sure to orient the batteries as directed by the markings in
the battery compartment. If the batteries are inserted
improperly, the compartment door may close but the
camera will not operate.
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• Never use batteries of different chemistries (for example,
a Lithium and NiMH battery), brands, or ages. This can
cause erratic camera behavior, as well as battery
leakage. Always use two identical batteries of the same
chemistry, brand, and age.
• The performance of all batteries will decrease as the
temperature drops. For best performance in cold
environments, use Energizer Lithium AA batteries. NiMH
batteries may also provide acceptable low-temperature
performance. To improve the performance of all battery
types, keep the camera and/or batteries stored in a
warm inside pocket when in a cold environment.
Extending Battery Life
Here are some tips for extending battery life:
• Turn off the Image Display and use the viewfinder instead
when framing pictures and video. Leave the Image
Display off whenever possible.
• Change the Live View at Power On setting in the Setup
Menu to Live View Off, so that your camera does not
page 88).
• Change the Display Brightness setting in the Setup Menu
to Low, so that the Image Display consumes less power
• Minimize the use of flash by setting your camera to Auto
page 40).
• Use zoom only when necessary to minimize moving the
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• Minimize unnecessary power cycling. If you expect to
average more than two pictures every five minutes, leave
the camera on with the Image Display off, rather than
turning off the camera after each shot. This minimizes the
number of times the lens must extend and retract.
• Use the optional HP AC power adapter or HP Photosmart
M-series dock when the camera will be on for extended
periods of time, such as when you transfer images to your
computer or when printing.
Safety Precautions for Using Batteries
• Do not charge any batteries other than NiMH batteries in
the camera, the optional HP Photosmart M-series dock, or
the optional HP Photosmart Quick Recharger.
• Do not place a battery in fire or heat the battery.
• Do not connect the positive terminal and the negative
terminal of a battery to each other with any metal object
(such as wire).
• Do not carry or store a battery together with coins,
necklaces, hairpins, or other metal objects. Placing a
battery in contact with coins is especially dangerous to
you! To avoid injury, do not drop a battery into a
change-filled pocket.
• Do not pierce a battery with nails, strike a battery with
a hammer, step on a battery, or otherwise subject it to
strong impacts or shocks.
• Do not solder directly onto a battery.
• Do not expose a battery to water or salt water, or allow
a battery to get wet.
• Do not disassemble or modify a battery. A battery
contains safety and protection devices, which, if
damaged, may cause the battery to generate heat,
explode, or ignite.
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• Immediately discontinue use of a battery if, while using,
charging, or storing the battery, the battery emits an
unusual smell, feels excessively hot (note that it is normal
for a battery to feel warm), changes color or shape, or
appears abnormal in any other way.
• In the event a battery leaks and the fluid gets into your
eye, do not rub the eye. Rinse well with water and
immediately seek medical care. If left untreated, the
battery fluid could cause damage to the eye.
Performance per Battery Type
The following table shows how Alkaline, Lithium, and
rechargeable NiMH batteries perform in different types of
use scenarios.
Type of use
Alkaline Lithium NiMH
Most economical if you take more Poor
than 30 pictures per month
Fair
Good
Most economical if you take less Fair
than 30 pictures per month
Good
Good
Fair
Heavy use of flash, frequent
pictures
Poor
Good
Heavy use of video
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
Fair
Fair
No
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
No
Good
Good
Fair
Heavy use of Live View
Overall battery life
Low temperature/winter use
Infrequent use (without dock)
Infrequent use (with dock)
Want to recharge batteries
Fair
Fair
Good
Yes
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Number of Shots per Battery Type
The following table shows the approximate number of shots
under heavy, light, and average use conditions for Alkaline,
Lithium, and rechargeable NiMH batteries.
Approximate
number of
shots under
heavy use
Approximate
number of
shots under
light use
Approximate
number of
shots under
average use
Battery type
Alkaline
Lithium
50
150
700
300
100
500
225
300
150
NiMH
In the table above, please note that, in all cases, four
pictures are taken per session with at least a 5 minute break
between sessions. In addition:
• The heavy use number of shots is obtained with extensive
use of Live View (30 seconds per picture) and Playback
(15 seconds per picture), and Flash On.
• The light use number of shots is obtained with minimal
use of Live View (10 seconds per picture) and Playback
(4 seconds per picture). Flash is used on 25% of shots.
• The average use number of shots is obtained with Live
View used at 15 seconds per picture and Playback used
for 8 seconds per picture. Flash is used on 50% of shots.
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Power Indicators
The following icons may be displayed on the status screen,
in Live View, in Playback, and when the camera is
connected to a computer or printer. If no icon is displayed,
this means that the camera has sufficient battery power to
function normally.
Icon
Description
Batteries are running low. Camera will power
down soon.
Battery is depleted. Camera will proceed to
power down.
Blinking
Camera is operating on AC power (with non-
rechargeable batteries or no batteries installed).
Animated
battery
Camera is operating on AC power and is charging
the batteries.
filling up
Camera has successfully completed battery charging
and is operating on AC power.
NOTE: When you remove the batteries from the camera, the
date and time settings are preserved for approximately
10 minutes. If the camera is without batteries for longer
than 10 minutes, the clock is set to the last date and time
at which the camera was turned off. You may be
prompted to update the date and time the next time you
power on the camera.
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Recharging NiMH Batteries
NiMH batteries can be recharged in the camera when the
camera is connected to an optional HP AC power adapter
or HP Photosmart M-series dock. NiMH batteries can also be
recharged with the optional HP Photosmart Quick Recharger.
For information about these optional accessories, see
When the HP AC power adapter is used to charge the
batteries and the camera is off, the Power light on the back
of the camera will blink during charging. When the dock
is used, the dock light will blink. When the quick recharger
is used, the light on the quick recharger will be red to
indicate charging.
The following table shows the average time it takes to
recharge NiMH batteries that have been fully discharged,
depending on where the batteries are being charged. The
table also notes the signal you will see when the batteries
have been recharged.
Where batteries Average
Signal when charging has
are charged
charge time completed
In camera with 12 to15
If the camera is off, the power
light on the camera stops blinking
and turns off. If the camera is on
with the Image Display on, the
icon appears.
HP AC power
adapter
hours
connected
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Where batteries Average
Signal when charging has
are charged
charge time completed
In camera while 12 to15
camera is in the hours
dock
Power light on the dock stops
blinking and turns on solid.
In HP quick
recharger
1 hour for
2 batteries
About 2
Light on quick recharger turns on
solid green.
hours for 4
batteries
If you will not be using your camera immediately after
charging the batteries, we recommend that you leave the
camera in the dock or plugged in to the HP AC power
adapter. The camera will top off the batteries periodically to
ensure that the camera is always ready for use.
Some things to keep in mind when using NiMH batteries are
as follows:
• The first time that you use a set of NiMH batteries, be
sure that you fully charge them before using them in
the camera.
• You may notice that the first several times you use NiMH
batteries, the battery life seems shorter than what you
expect. Performance will improve and become optimal
after the batteries have been charged and then
discharged (used) completely four or five times. You can
use the camera normally to discharge the batteries during
this conditioning period.
• Always recharge both NiMH batteries at the same time.
One low-charged battery will reduce the battery life for
the other battery in the camera.
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• NiMH batteries discharge when not in use, whether they
are installed in a camera or not. If they have not been
used for more than two weeks, recharge them before
using them again. Even if you are not using your
batteries, it is a good idea to charge them every six
months to a year to prolong their useful life.
• The performance of all rechargeable batteries,
including NiMH, will degrade over time, especially
if they are stored and used at high temperatures. If
battery life has become unacceptably reduced over
time, replace the batteries.
• The camera, the dock, or the quick recharger may be
warm while operating and charging NiMH batteries. This
is normal.
• NiMH batteries can be left in the camera, the dock,
or the quick recharger for any period of time without
harm to the batteries or the camera, the dock, or the
quick recharger. Always store charged batteries in a
cool location.
Safety Precautions for Recharging
NiMH Batteries
• Do not charge any batteries other than NiMH batteries in
the camera, the dock, or the quick recharger.
• Insert the NiMH batteries in the correct orientation in the
camera, the dock, or the quick recharger.
• Use the camera, the dock, or the quick recharger in a dry
location only.
• Do not charge NiMH batteries in a hot location, such as
in direct sunlight or near a fire.
• When recharging NiMH batteries, do not cover the
camera, the dock, or the quick recharger in any way.
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• Do not operate the camera, the dock, or the quick
recharger if the NiMH batteries appear damaged in
any way.
• Do not disassemble the camera, the dock, or the
quick recharger.
• Unplug the HP AC power adapter or the quick recharger
from the electrical outlet before cleaning the power
adapter or quick recharger.
Sleep Time-out for Power
Conservation
To conserve battery power, the Image Display turns off
automatically if there is no button activity for 20 seconds
when in Live View, or for 30 seconds when in any other
mode. When the camera is connected to a computer, the
Image Display turns off automatically 10 seconds after the
connection is made. When the camera is in this “sleep”
state, pressing any button will wake up the camera again. If
no buttons are pressed during the sleep state, the camera
will turn off after an additional 5 minutes.
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B Purchasing Camera
Accessories
You can purchase additional accessories for your camera.
For information on your HP M417 or HP M517 camera and
compatible accessories, go to:
To purchase accessories, visit your local retailer or order
online at:
Below are some accessories for this digital camera. These
camera accessories may not be available in all regions.
• HP Photosmart M-series dock—
C8907A/C8907B
Recharge the AA NiMH batteries
in your camera so your camera is
always ready to go. Transfer
photos easily to your computer,
send photo e-mails via HP Instant Share, or print photos
at the touch of a button. Connect to your TV and view
photo slideshows.
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Includes a dock with two rechargeable AA NiMH
batteries, an audio/video cable, a USB cable, and an
HP AC power adapter.
• HP Photosmart M-series quick recharge kit—L1815A/
L1815B
One-hour recharging of AA NiMH batteries, plus stylish
protection for your HP Photosmart M-series camera.
Includes all you need to provide a home away from home
for your camera: an ultra-lightweight portable recharger,
a camera case, and four high-capacity rechargeable AA
NiMH batteries.
• HP Photosmart 3.3V AC power adapter for
HP Photosmart M-series cameras—C8912B/C8912C
This is the only power adapter supported for use with
M-series cameras.
• HP Photosmart SD memory cards
(For important information about supported types of
• HP Photosmart 64MB SD memory card—L1872A/
L1872B
• HP Photosmart 128MB SD memory card—L1873A/
L1873B
• HP Photosmart 256MB SD memory card—L1874A/
L1874B
• HP Photosmart 512MB SD memory card—L1875A/
L1875B
• HP Photosmart 1GB SD memory card—L1876A/
L1876B
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• HP Photosmart M-series camera case—Q6214A
Stylish, tailored-to-fit protection for your HP Photosmart
M-series camera. Made of durable, thin, leather-like black
material that protects without adding bulk. Includes a
handy pocket for storing an extra memory card.
• HP Photosmart camera black sport case—Q6216A
Lightweight, durable, and sporty protection for your
HP Photosmart M-series camera. You can easily fasten
your camera to clothing or luggage using the included
neck strap, belt loop, and integrated clip. Also includes
two pockets for storing extra batteries and memory cards.
• HP Photosmart camera silver sport case—Q6217A
Attractive and lightweight, this sporty case protects your
HP Photosmart M-series camera from scratches, bumps,
and light weather while providing style and durability.
Includes convenient pockets for storing extra batteries and
memory cards. Also includes a neck strap and belt loop
for hands-free carrying.
design your own custom case to fit your HP Photosmart
M-series camera. Choose the style, material, and color for
your camera case.
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C Caring for Your Camera
Taking some basic precautions when using your camera will
enhance your digital camera experience.
Basic Camera Care
You should take some basic precautions to ensure that your
camera continues to perform optimally.
• Storeyourdigitalcamerainacool, dryplaceawayfrom
windows, furnaces, and damp basements.
• Always turn the camera off when you are not using it, to
protect the lens. When the camera is off, the camera lens
retracts and the lens wink mechanism closes over the lens
to protect it.
• Clean your camera body, Image Display, and lens
regularly with cleaning supplies designed specifically for
• Keep your camera and accessories in a padded case
with a good strap for easy transport. Most HP digital
camera cases have built-in pockets for batteries and
• Always keep your camera equipment with you as
carry-on when you travel. Never check it with the
suitcases, since rough handling and extreme weather
can damage it.
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• Never open your camera’s casing or attempt to repair the
camera yourself. Touching the inside of a digital camera
can result in electrical shock. Contact an authorized
HP Service Center for repairs.
NOTE: For information about handling batteries safely, see
Cleaning the Camera
TIP: If your camera needs cleaning beyond what is
described in this section, take the camera to a camera
store that specializes in cleaning digital cameras.
Cleaning your camera not only keeps it looking its best, it
also improves the quality of your photos. It is especially
important to clean the lens regularly because dust particles
and fingerprints can mar the quality of photos you take.
To clean your camera, you will need lens-cleaning tissue and
a soft, dry, lint-free cloth commonly available at photo-
specialty stores. You can also purchase these items in a
camera cleaning kit.
NOTE: You should purchase lens-cleaning tissue that
has not been chemically treated. Some chemically
treated lens tissue can cause scratching of the lens
and Image Display.
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Cleaning the Camera Lens
Do the following to remove any lubricant that has seeped
from the lens wink mechanism onto the camera lens, as well
as fingerprints, dust, and so forth that have accumulated on
the lens.
1. Turn the camera on to open the lens wink mechanism and
to extend the lens.
2. Wrap the lens cleaning paper around the end of the
cotton swab.
3. Using the cotton swab with the lens paper, wipe the lens
clean using a circular motion.
When handling the camera after cleaning the lens, use care
not to press on the wink mechanism cover when the lens is in
the retracted position because this may cause lubricant to
seep from the wink mechanism onto the lens.
Cleaning the Camera Body and
Image Display
Do the following to remove any fingerprints, dust, moisture,
and so forth that have accumulated on the camera body and
Image Display.
1. Blow gently on the Image Display to eliminate dust.
2. Wipe the entire surface of the camera and the Image
Display using a clean, dry, soft cloth.
NOTE: You can also wipe the Image Display with lens-
cleaning tissue.
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D Specifications
Feature
Description
Resolution
Still pictures:
•
•
5.36 MP (2690 by 1994) total pixel count
5.19 MP (2620 by 1984) effective pixel
count
Video clips:
•
320 by 240 total pixel count
Sensor
Diagonal 7.194 mm (1/2.5-inch, 4:3 format)
CCD
Color depth
Lens
36 bit (12 bits by 3 colors)
Focal length:
•
•
•
Wide—6.0 mm
Telephoto—18.0 mm
35 mm equivalent, approximately
36 mm to 108 mm
F-Number:
•
•
Wide—f/2.91 to f/4.86
Telephoto—f/4.86 to f/8.0
Lens threads
Viewfinder
None
Optical real image zoom type viewfinder,
3x magnification, without diopter adjust
Zoom
•
•
Optical Zoom—3x
Digital Zoom:
•
•
M417—7x
M517—8x
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Feature
Focus
Description
TTL auto focus. Focus ranges:
•
•
Normal (default)—500 mm (20 in) to infinity
Macro—100 mm to 800 mm (4 in to 32 in)
Shutter speed
Tripod mount
Built-in flash
1/2000 to 2 seconds
Yes
Yes, 8-second typical recharge time
Flash working
range
Zoom Position: Wide
Maximum (Auto ISO):
3.8 meters (12.5 feet)
Zoom Position: Telephoto
Maximum (Auto ISO):
2.2 meters (7.2 feet)
External flash
Flash settings
No
Auto, Auto with Red-Eye, Flash Off, Flash On,
Night
Image Display
•
•
M417—1.8-inch color active matrix TFT LTPS
with backlight, 130,338 pixels (557 by 234)
M517—2-inch color active matrix TFT LTPS
with backlight, 130,572 pixels (558 by 234)
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Feature
Description
Image capture
options
•
•
Still (default)
Self-Timer—still picture or video clip taken
after 10-second delay
•
Self-Timer - 2 shots—still picture taken after
10-second delay, then a second picture taken
about 3 seconds later.
Single video taken after 10-second delay.
Burst—camera takes 4 shots in a row as
quickly as it possibly can, and then continues
taking pictures until the camera runs out of
memory
•
•
•
Video—30 frames per second (includes
audio), until the camera runs out of memory
Audio capture
Still pictures—max audio clip length is until
the camera runs out of memory
•
•
Burst—audio capture not available
Video clips—audio is recorded automatically
Shooting modes Auto (default), Macro, Fast Shot, Action, Portrait,
Landscape, Beach & Snow
Image Quality
settings
•
•
•
•
•
5MP Best
5MP (default)
3MP
1MP
VGA
Adaptive
lighting
Yes, using HP adaptive lighting technology
Color settings
Full Color (default), Black & White, Sepia
Off (default), Date Only, Date & Time
Date & Time
Imprint settings
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Feature
Description
EV
Can be set manually from -2.0 to +2.0 EV
(Exposure Value) in 0.5 EV increments.
Compensation
settings
White Balance
settings
Auto (default), Sun, Shade, Tungsten, Fluorescent
Auto (default),100, 200, 400
ISO Speed
settings
Storage
•
M417: 16MB internal NAND flash memory
M517: 32MB internal NAND flash memory
64MB SDRAM
•
•
•
Slot for memory card
This camera supports both standard and
high-speed Secure Digital (SD) and
MultiMediaCard (MMC) memory cards from
16MB up to 1GB. Only MMC cards that
have been verified compliant to the
MultiMediaCard specification are supported.
Compliant MMC memory cards have the
MultiMediaCard logo on the
card or package.
SD cards are recommended, as they are
faster than MMC cards at reading and
writing data.
•
•
This camera supports memory cards up to
1GB. A high-capacity card itself does not
affect camera performance, but a large
number of files (over 300) does affect the
time it takes for the camera to turn on.
The number of images that can be saved in
memory depends on the Image Quality
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Feature
Description
Compression
format
•
•
•
JPEG (EXIF) for still images
EXIF2.2 for still images with embedded audio
MPEG1 for video clips
Interfaces
•
USB mini B connector to a computer or
PictBridge-certified printer
•
•
•
•
DPS (Direct Printing Standard)
DC input 3.3 Vdc @ 2500 mA
Audio/video out to TV via M-series dock
HP Photosmart M-series dock
Orientation
Sensor
No
Standards
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
PTP transfer (15740)
MSDC transfer
NTSC/PAL
JPEG
MPEG1 level 1
DPOF 1.1
EXIF 2.2
DCF 1.0
DPS
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Feature
Power
Description
Typical power usage: 2.1 Watts with Image
Display on. 4.5 Watts maximum power usage.
Power sources include:
•
Either two non-rechargeable AA Alkaline or
Lithium batteries, or two rechargeable AA
NiMH batteries. Rechargeable batteries can
be recharged either in the camera using the
optional HP AC power adapter or optional
HP Photosmart M-series dock, or separately
in the optional HP Photosmart Quick
Recharger. Average recharging times of
NiMH batteries via each of these methods
are provided in the section Recharging NiMH
•
•
Optional HP AC power adapter (3.3 Vdc,
2500 mA, 8.25 W)
Optional HP Photosmart M-series dock
Recharging in camera with the optional HP AC
power adapter or optional HP Photosmart
M-series dock: 100% in 15 hours.
External body
dimensions
Measurements with camera off and lens
retracted, not including wrist strap holder:
107 mm (L) by 36 mm (W) by 53 mm (H)
4.28 in (L) by 1.44 in (W) by 2.12 in (H)
Weight
149 grams (.33 pound) without battery
Temperature
range
Operational:
0 to 50° C (32 to 122° F) at
15 to 85% relative humidity
Storage:
–30 to 65° C (–22 to 149° F) at
15 to 90% relative humidity
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Memory Capacity
The following tables list the approximate number and
average size of still images that can be stored in the 16MB
of internal memory in the HP Photosmart M417 and in the
32MB of internal memory in the HP Photosmart M517 when
the camera is set to different Image Quality settings
available in the Capture Menu.
NOTE: Not all 16MB of internal memory in the M417 or
32MB of internal memory in the M517 is available for
storing images, because some memory is used for
internal camera operations. Also, the actual file sizes and
number of still images that can be stored in the internal
memory in the camera or on an optional memory card
will vary, depending on the content of each still image
and the length of audio that has been recorded.
M417 Memory Capacity
5MP Best
5MP (default)
3MP
5 images (2.5MB each)
8 images (1.6MB each)
11 images (1.1MB each)
22 images (550KB each)
92 images (140KB each)
1MP
VGA
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Index
blinking lights on camera
brackets in Live View
screen 35
Burst
A
AC power adapter
purchasing 156
Adaptive Lighting,
setting 51
setting 46
buying camera
arrow buttons on
Controller 21
accessories 155
automatic exposure,
override 42
C
camera
accessories 155
menus 26
reset 96
specifications 163
states 25
B
batteries
indicators 150
install 11
camera dock
performance 148
Beach & Snow mode,
setting 43
description 10
purchasing 155
camera parts
back and right side of
camera 20
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front, left side, and bottom
capacity of internal
memory 169
D
Date & Time Imprint,
setting 53
delete during Instant Review
direct print
Capture Menu
using 47
computer, connect
HP Instant Share/Print
button 22
printing images from
Display Brightness,
setting 86
connections
as a Picture Transfer
Protocol (PTP)
device 90
as a USB Mass
Storage Device
E
error messages
EV Compensation,
setting 55
connectors
USB 25
F
flash
Controller with arrow
description 24
settings 40
using 40
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using the HP Instant Share
Menu 72
HP Instant Share Menu
description 73
lock 37
using 72
range 164
format
I
H
Image Display
description 22
Live View at Power On
setting 88
using 34
help from customer
support 137
Help, on-camera
for Capture Menu
options 48
HP AC power adapter
purchasing 156
HP Image Zone Express
software 98
HP Image Zone software
description 96
installing 17
brightening 55
darkening 55
magnifying 64
Windows
requirements 97
HP Instant Share
description 71
HP Instant Share/Print
button 22
number saved in internal
memory 169
Rotate 69
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life of battery,
conserving 146
Live View
button 23
using 34
setting 88
images per battery
type 149
install
M
Macintosh computer, install
software 18
Magnify
batteries 11
using 64
internal memory
format 67
memory card
install 15
L
Language
supported types and
sizes 166
LEDs (lights) on camera
Memory light,
description 21
memory, internal
format 67
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description 21
menus
on-camera Help
for Capture Menu
options 48
Capture 47
overview 26
online destinations,
setting 74
override automatic
exposure 42
Playback 65
Setup 85
messages
P
parts of camera
back and right side of
camera 20
front, left side, and bottom
Playback 59
power
N
NiMH batteries
recharging 151
number of
images stored in internal
memory 169
indicators 150
light 20
O
specifications 168
purchasing 156
Power ON/OFF switch,
description 20
ON/OFF switch,
description 20
on-camera demo,
viewing 29
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S
HP Instant Share/Print
button 22
safety precautions for NiMH
batteries 147
selecting images for
HP Instant Share
destinations 76
problems,
troubleshooting 95
purchasing camera
accessories 155
Self-Timer
light 24
settings 44
shooting mode
R
range
Exposure
Compensation 166
F-number 163
button 22
settings 42
focus 164
recharging NiMH
batteries 151
record
Shutter button
red-eye reduction
description 41
remaining pictures count
description 19
lock exposure and
focus 35
software
space remaining in memory
specifications 163
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HP Photosmart M417/M517 User’s Manual
V
Video button,
description 19
viewfinder
T
Thumbnails
using 63
Time & Date Imprint,
setting 53
description 22
lights 23
using 35
W
total images summary
screen 62
transfer images to
computer 79
tripod mount,
description 25
TV (television) Configuration
setting 91
Windows computer
system requirements for
software 97
wrist strap, attaching to
camera 10
Z
zoom
digital 38
optical 38
specifications 163
Zoom Out and Zoom In
controls 21
U
under-exposing an
image 55
USB
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