Argus Argus DC-1512E User manual
DC-1512E
USER MANUAL
Package Contents:
Argus 1512E Digital Camera
AAA Batteries
USB Cable
Installation CD
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Table of Contents
Safety And General Information ........................2
Getting To Know Your Camera ...........................5
Before Using The Camera .................................. 6
Operating The Camera ....................................... 8
Installing The Software .......................................11
Downloading Pictures ........................................12
Frequently Asked Questions .............................13
Specification ....................................................... 14
Safety and General Information
Thank you for purchasing the Argus DC-1512E. We hope that you
enjoy this camera for years of trouble-free operation. Please read this
manual carefully before using the camera and follow the instructions to
avoid any damage that could be caused by improper operation.
Caution
The software CD-ROM packaged with the camera is designed to be
used with a personal computer only. Do not attempt to play this CD-
ROM on a stereo or CD player as this may cause damage to both
the disc and the CD player.
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Before UsingYour Camera
Use your camera to shoot several trial images before taking pictures
of important subjects to ensure proper operation. Any loss caused by
the malfunction of this product (such as costs of photography or loss of
benefit generated by the photography) is not the responsibility of Argus
Camera Company and no compensation will be given for it.
Copyright information
Unless agreed by the rightful owner, pictures taken with this digital
camera cannot be used in violation of copyright law. Moreover, when
there is a “No Photography” restriction in place, you cannot record any
performance, improvisation, or exhibit even for personal use. Any trans-
fer of pictures or memory cards with data must be conducted under the
constraints of copyright law.
Caution when using the camera
This product consists of intricate electrical parts. To ensure the camera
photographs normally, do not drop or hit the camera when taking pic-
tures. Avoid using or placing the camera in the following locations:
1. Damp and dusty places.
2. Sealed vehicles or other places exposed to direct sunlight or subject to
extremely temperatures.
3. Turbulent environments.
Do not open the battery cover when the power is on as this may cause a
loss of images.If the camera has gotten wet, immediately turn the power
OFF and remove the batteries.
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This camera is a precision electronic device. Do not attempt to service
this camera yourself. Opening or removing the cover may expose you to
dangerous voltages or other risks. Further, avoid exposing this camera
to direct sunlight as doing so could cause a fire. Do not attempt to dry it
with an external heat source.
How to maintain your camera
1. If the lens, LCD display, or viewfinder is dirty, please use the accom-
panying cleaning cloth to wipe the surface clean. Avoid touching these
areas with your fingers.
2. When not in use, keep the camera in its carrying case, otherwise you
risk scratching the lens, LCD display or viewfinder.
3. Do not use soap, detergent, or other solution to clean the camera, use
a clean, soft cloth only.
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Getting To KnowYour Camera
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LCD Display
The LCD screen will display different symbols when the
MODE button is pressed consecutively, and the interpre-
tations are as follows:
Before Using The Camera
Open the battery compartment located at the back of the
appliance and place three AAA alkaline batteries accord-
ing to the direction shown on the diagram at the bottom
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of the compartment. Then close the compartment and
press the MODE button. The number 26 will appear on
the LCD screen. This indicates that it is ready to take 26
“high-resolution” photographs and the memory is empty.
When the LCD screen flashes, which indicates low bat-
tery power, it is time to replace the batteries.
Note: Do not change the battery until after you connect
the camera to a computer. Otherwise the previously
taken photographs will be erased.
Important Note: We strongly recommend that you do
not use rechargeable batteries in order not to affect the
performance of your camera.
About Your Digital Camera
Using this digital camera will be a new experience. You
no longer need films and do not need to worry about
aging (colors fading) of your precious pictures. You can
also store all your photos on your computer and on CD-
ROM. After taking pictures, you can now touch them up
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in order to correct imperfections due to poor conditions.
You can also send your photos via the Internet and use
your camera as a webcam allowing for online interactive
discussions with your family and friends.
Functions and Characteristics
Camera Function: The camera can capture photos and
digitally store the images within the internal memory.
Computer Interface: The digital camera does not use
films . The photos can be transferred directly onto your
computer by using the supplied USB cable software. You
can now enjoy your photos immediately, print them or
send them to your friends via the internet.
Video Function: When connected to a computer, the
camera functions as a web cam. It can be used to con-
duct a “face-to-face” conversation with images on the
internet.
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Timer: The camera has a time delay of 10 seconds ac-
companied by a beep. After 10 seconds, the camera will
take the photograph automatically.
Continuous Shooting: In certain cases, you may wish
to record a group of consecutive images. Your camera
can take such succession photos.
Automatic Exposure Control: The camera automati-
cally controls exposure in poor light conditions. You no
longer have to worry about aperture or shutter speed
control.
Automatic Shutdown: After 30 seconds of inactivity the
camera automatically shuts down, reducing the con-
sumption of batteries to a minimum. Alkaline batteries
allow you to take more than 200 photographs.
Applications Supplied: The camera is supplied with
a powerful photo processing program that allows you to
capture, save, touch up, transform, print and send your
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photos, in any manner that you want. It also allows you
to transform the camera into a video camera and link it
up to most image processing programs, network man-
agement programs and video programs used.
Operating the Camera
Taking Photos
This is the default mode when the camera is turned on.
Press the shutter button. You will hear a beep and cam-
era takes a photo. The number displayed on the LCD
screen will decrease by one. If the brightness is too low,
the camera will beeps twice indicating that the photo can-
not be taken.
Sleep Mode
The camera goes into sleep mode automatically after 30
seconds of inactivity. If it is not connected to a computer
via the USB cable, you can manually turn it to sleep mode
by pressing the MODE button until “OFF” is shown on the
LCD screen. Then press the shutter button, a beep will
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