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Technical specifications

HP Real Life Technologies Imaging Technology Photo Resolution Bit depth CCD Image Sensor Specifications Still Image Capacity1 Memory Lens System Zoom Capability Shutter Exposure Aperture Flash Modes Self Timer Wait Time Focus Capability Digital Focal Distance Focal Distance (35 mm equivalent) Image Control Functions Output File Format Metering Audio Capacity2 Burst Rate Video LCD AE bracketing, AE metering, auto focus area, color bracketing, contrast, EV compensation, image quality, ISO speed, saturation, sharpness, video quality, white balance 8.2 MP 42-bit 1/1.8 inch CCD; 3312 x 2496 total pixels, 3296 x 2480 effective pixels
AE bracketing, HP Adaptive Demosiac, HP Adaptive Lighting, HP Design Gallery, HP Image Advice, HP In-camera Panorama Preview and Stitching, HP In-camera Red-eye Removal, HP Noise Filter, Filter, HP Preferred Photo Reproduction, HP Vignetting
Best: 7 images; 3.56 MB file size; 3312 x 2496 resolution; Better: 10 images; 2.5 MB file size; 3296 x 2480 resolution; Good: 22 images; 1.21 MB file size; 2592 x 1936 resolution Photo Storage: 32 MB internal memory; Capacity: up to 10 photos (accepts SD cards up to 2 GB capacity); Card Compatibility: Secure Digital; Memory per slot (maximum): 2 GB (maximum): Fuji lens, 24x total zoom (3x optical, 8x digital), 7.8 to 22 mm focal length, approximately 35 to 105 mm (35 mm equivalent), f2.8 to f7.8 m (wide), f5.0 to f8.5 m (telephoto) 24x (3x optical, 8x digital) Speed: 16 to 1/2000 sec; Setting: Manual and automatic; Lag: 0.32 Rating: Auto (default), ISO 100, 200, 400; Type: Manual, Automatic; Control: Auto (default), Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Full Manual, center-weighted Auto Exposure (AE) Metering (default), (default), spot AE Metering, average AE Metering; Correction: +/- 3.0 EV in 1/3 steps Setting: Manual and automatic; Range: f2.8 to f7.8 (wide), f5.0 to f8.5 (telephoto) Availability: Built-in; Functions: Auto (default), Flash on, Flash off; Working Distance: (US) 15.6 ft wide, 15.6 ft telephoto; (Metric) 4.75 m wide, 4.75 m telephoto Picture: Auto (default), Action, Aperture priority, Beach, Document, Landscape, Manual mode, My mode, Night Scenery, Night Portrait, Panorama left, Panorama right, Portrait, Shutter priority, Snow, Snow, Sunset, Theatre; Shooting: Normal (default), Self timer, Self timer (2 shots), Burst, Video 10 sec Normal, macro, infinity, manual focus, multi-zone or spot focus control Approximately 0.5 m to infinity (wide), 0.6 m to infinity (telephoto), 0.12 - 1.0 m (macro wide) Approximately 35 to 105 mm to infinity; Length: 7.8 to 22 mm focal length (equivalent to 35 to 105 mm) Off, date only, date and time Still Image: JPEG (EXIF 2.2); video clips: MPEG-1; Image Compression: JPEG TTL (through-the-lens) 60 sec 1 frames/sec, 3 pictures maximum Format: MPEG-1; Resolution: VGA 640 x 480; Maximum Size/Length: Maximum length is limited to the size of the memory card or internal memory; Frame Rate: 24 fps Display Specifications: 7.62 cm (3 in) LCD display; 960 x 240 = 230400 dots (diagonal display size); Components: Pictures remaining, battery status, focus brackets, shooting mode, SD card, image image quality level, self-timer information, burst, flash mode, white balance, ISO speed, exposure compensation, saturation, sharpness, adaptive lighting, AE metering, bracketing, focus mode, contrast, contrast, F-number and shutter speed, remove red-eyes, digital zoom crop box, video icon and quality level, video counter Top of camera: 7 buttons (Flash mode, Live view/Playback, Macro/Manual focus, Photosmart Express, Power, Shutter, Video); back of camera: 3 buttons (Menu/OK, Navigation, Zoom) 1 dock, 1 USB standard B cable; External IO Ports: Camera: 1 dock connector; dock: 1 USB, 1 camera, 1 DC input connector Yes (any PictBridge-enabled printer or all-in-one; does not apply to stitched panorama images or video)

Control Panel Standard Connectivity Direct Print Capability
These numbers are only a guideline; actual numbers will vary by use. 60-second audio limit applies to audio with still image capture. Audio with video capture is limited to the size of the memory card or internal memory.

Ordering information

Minimum System Requirements What's in the box? For PC: USB-compatible PC with Pentium II (233 MHz for minimum), equivalent Celeron or compatible; 128 MB RAM (for Windows 2000, XP PC: HP Photosmart R927 Digital Camera XP Home, XP, 64-Bit Professional), 64 MB RAM (for Windows 98, 98 SE, Me); 400 MB available hard disk space (for Windows 2000, XP Home, HP Photosmart R07 lithium-ion rechargeable battery Home, XP, 64-Bit Professional), 200 MB (for Windows 98, 98 SE, Me); Windows 98, 98 SE, 2000, Me, XP Home, XP, 64-Bit Professional; SVGA HP Photosmart 6220 Digital Camera Dock SVGA monitor (800 x 600, 16-bit color); CD-ROM drive; Internet Explorer 5.01 with Service Pack 2 or higher; USB port (compatible with USB USB cable USB 2.0 specifications); For Mac: Macintosh computer with built-in USB, 128 MB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space, Mac OS X v 10.2.8, Quick Start Guide 10.2.8, 10.3, 10.4 User Guide on CD Dimensions/Weight Warranty/regulatory brochure Standard: 3.78 x 1.00 x 2.44 in (96 x 25.6 x 62 mm); Maximum: 3.78 x 2.16 x 2.44 in (96 x 54.8 x 62 mm); Weight: 0.37 lb (0.17 kg) CD with HP Photosmart Premier software for Windows and Macintosh without batteries, 0.44 lb (0.2 kg) with batteries Wrist strap Operating Environment HP Product Maximum Operating Temperature: 32 to 122 F (0 to 50 C); Storage Range: -22 to 149 F ( -30 to 65 C); Operating Humidity: 15 to 85% HP Photosmart R927 Digital Camera 85% RH; Non-operating Humidity Range: 15 to 85% RH; Storage Humidity: 15 to 90% RH Accessories Power Supply Source/Battery Life HP Photosmart Quick Recharge Kit for AA Battery Cameras 1 lithium-ion rechargeable battery, AC adapter with dock; Battery Life: 200 shots (maximum), 110 shots (minimum), 165 shots (average) HP Signature Soft-Style Camera Case Warranty HP Photosmart 1 GB Secure Digital Card One year limited warranty backed by HP's 24-hour, 7-days-a-week Customer Care, service and support; HP Customer Care, including 24-hour HP Photosmart 512 MB Secure Digital Card 24-hour web support at www.hp.com/go/support HP Photosmart 256 MB Secure Digital Card HP Photosmart R/M 128 MB Secure Digital Card HP Photosmart R/M 64 MB Secure Digital Card

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HP Photosmart R927

Digital Camera

User Guide

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Contents

1 Getting started...5 Camera top and back...5 Camera front and bottom....6 Camera dock and insert...6 Before taking pictures....7 Install the battery....7 Charge the battery....7 Turn on the camera...7 Choose the language....8 Set the region....8 Set the date and time....8 Install and format an optional memory card...8 Install the software...9 Using your camera...10 Taking pictures and recording video clips..11 Taking still pictures...11 Recording video clips....12 Instant Review...12 Auto focus and exposure....12 Focusing on the subject...12 Optimizing focus...13 Using Focus Lock...13 Optimizing exposure....14 Other recommendations...14 Using the focus range settings...14 Using Manual Focus....15 Using zoom...15 Optical zoom...15 Digital zoom....16 Setting the flash....16 Red eye....17 Using the shooting modes...17 Using Panorama mode...18 Using Manual shooting mode...19 Using My Mode....19 Using the Capture Menu....20 Using the Self-Timer settings...23 Using the Burst setting...24 Exposure Compensation...24 Adaptive Lighting....24 White Balance...25 ISO speed....25 Reviewing images and video clips...26 Using Playback....26 Saving frames from video clips...27
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Viewing thumbnails...27 Magnifying images....27 Using the Playback Menu...27 Deleting images....28 Viewing image information....28 Viewing slideshows...29 Stitching panoramas....29 Recording audio...Using the Design Gallery Menu...31 Applying artistic effects...31 Modifying colors....32 Adding borders....32 Removing red eyes...33 Cropping images....Transferring and printing images...35 Transferring images with HP Photosmart Software...35 Transferring images without HP Photosmart Software...35 Connecting to the computer...36 Using a memory card reader...36 Printing images from the camera...36 Printing panoramas from the camera...Using HP Photosmart Express...38 Using the Photosmart Express Menu...38 Setting up online destinations in the camera..38 Sending individual images to online destinations..39 Selecting individual images for printing...39 Sending all images to a printer or online destinations..40 Buying prints online....Using the Setup Menu....Troubleshooting...43 Resetting the camera....43 Problems and solutions....Product support....48 Helpful websites....48 Getting assistance....48 A Managing batteries....50 Top points about batteries...50 Extending battery life...50 Safety precautions for using batteries..50 Power indicators....51 Number of shots per battery type...51 Recharging the Lithium Ion battery...52 Safety precautions for recharging batteries...52 B Specifications....54 Memory capacity....56 Image quality....56 Video quality....56 Index....57

Getting started

Use this section to get familiar with the camera controls, set up your digital camera for use, and begin taking pictures.

Camera top and back

5 Speaker. Flash buttonSee Setting the flash on page 16. Focus buttonSee Using the focus range settings on page 14. Photosmart Express buttonSee Using HP Photosmart Express on page 38. Live View/Playback button.Switches between Live View and Playback (see Taking pictures and recording video clips on page 11 and Reviewing images and video clips on page 26). Power light. button. Shutter button. Video button. Wrist strap mount. Zoom leverSee Using zoom on page 15. Mode buttonPress to access the Shooting Mode menu while in Live View (see Using the shooting modes on page 17). and buttonsScrolls through menus and images.
buttonDisplays camera menus, selects options, and confirms actions. Delete buttonPress to access the Delete function while in Playback.

Chapter 1 (continued)

Battery Charging light. Image Display.

Camera front and bottom

To change the date and time later, use the Setup Menu (see Using the Setup Menu on page 41).
Install and format an optional memory card
1. 2. Turn off the camera and open the Battery/ Memory card door. Insert the optional memory card in the smaller slot as shown. Make sure the memory card snaps into place. Close the Battery/Memory card door and turn on the camera. With the camera turned on, press until appears briefly in the upper right corner of the Image Display. This indicates you are in Playback. Press to access the Delete sub-menu. Use to select Format Card, then press. Use to select Yes, then press to format the card.
Always format memory cards before first use. 1. 2. 3. 4.
Note Once you install a memory card, all new images and video clips are stored on the card, rather than in internal memory. To use internal memory and view images stored there, remove the memory card. To transfer images from internal memory to an optional memory card, see Move Images to Card under Using the Playback Menu on page 27. For information about supported memory cards, see Storage under Specifications on page 54.

Install the software

The HP Photosmart Software provides features for transferring images and video clips to your computer, as well as features for modifying stored images (remove red eyes, rotate, crop, resize, adjust image quality, and more). See Transferring images without HP Photosmart Software on page 35. Note If you have trouble installing or using the HP Photosmart Software, see the HP Customer Care website for more information: www.hp.com/support.
Windows If your Windows computer does not meet the system requirements as stated on your camera packaging, HP Photosmart Essential is installed (see About the HP Photosmart Software on page 9). 1. 2. Close all programs and temporarily disable any virus protection software. Insert the HP Photosmart Software CD into the CD drive and follow the on-screen instructions. If the installation screen does not appear, click Start, click Run, type D:\Setup.exe, where D is the letter of your CD drive, then click OK. When the software has finished installing, re-enable virus protection software.
Macintosh 1. Insert the HP Photosmart Software CD into the CD drive. 2. Double-click the CD icon on the computer desktop. 3. Double-click the installer icon, then follow the on-screen instructions.
About the HP Photosmart Software The CD that came with your camera contains the following versions of HP Photosmart Software: HP Photosmart Premier Software (for Windows XP and XP x64 systems with at least 128 MB of RAM). This version of the software includes some extra features that let you: Use the Share feature to e-mail images to addresses you specify, create online albums, and automatically print selected images when you connect your camera to your computer. See Using HP Photosmart Express on page 38. Automatically stitch panoramas while transferring them to your computer. Print panoramas. HP Photosmart Essential Software (for Windows 98, 98SE, Me, and 2000 systems, and for Windows XP systems with less than 128 MB of RAM). This version does not have the extra features specified in HP Photosmart Premier Software. HP Photosmart Mac Software (for Macintosh systems).

To learn more about the software features and how to use them, see the Help feature in the HP Photosmart Software.

Using your camera

Now that youve completed setup, you can take and review still images and video clips. For information on taking still pictures and See Taking still pictures on page 11 capturing video clips and Recording video clips on page 12 For information on reviewing images and video clips on the camera See Reviewing images and video clips on page 26
For information on enhancing your images See Using the Design Gallery Menu on page 31 For information on transferring images from your camera to a computer For information on printing images See Transferring images with HP Photosmart Software on page 35 See Printing images from the camera on page 36.
Tip To switch between Live View and Playback, press
Taking pictures and recording video clips
Live View allows you to frame pictures and video clips in the Image Display. To activate until appears briefly in the upper right corner of the Image Live View, press Display. The Live View display looks like this:
Shooting mode indicator. Memory card indicator. Battery level indicator (see Power indicators on page 51). Pictures remaining count. Focus brackets (see Auto focus and exposure on page 12).

Taking still pictures

You can take a picture almost any time the camera is on, regardless of what is shown on the Image Display. 1. 2. 3. Press until appears briefly in the upper right corner of the Image Display. This indicates you are in Live View. Frame the subject for your picture. Press the Shutter button halfway down to measure and lock the focus and exposure. The focus brackets in the Image Display turn solid green when focus is locked (see Auto focus and exposure on page 12). Press the Shutter button all the way down to take the picture. To add an audio clip of up to 60 seconds, continue holding the Shutter button down, then release it when done.

Chapter 2

Recording video clips
1. 2. 3. 4. Press until appears briefly in the upper right corner of the Image Display. This indicates you are in Live View. Frame the subject. Press and release the Video button. To stop recording video, press and release the Video button again.

Instant Review

After you have taken a still image or recorded a video clip, the camera displays it in Instant Review. If you want to delete the image or video clip, press , select This Image from the Delete sub-menu, then press. If appears in the lower left corner, press to display Image Advice (see Image Advice under Using the Playback Menu on page 27) for tips on improving images taken under similar conditions. You can also use these tips to retake the scene and improve the image.

Using Manual Focus

You may want to use Manual Focus in low-light conditions or when you want to finetune focus of very close-up subjects. 1. 2. When you select Manual Focus, a focus meter and a magnified view help you adjust focus. With arrows surrounding the Manual Focus meter, use to adjust the focus. If arrows do not surround the Manual Focus meter, use until to adjust focus. they do, then use To change shooting modes while using Manual Focus, use until arrows surround the shooting , use mode icon in the upper left corner, press to highlight a shooting mode, then press.

Using zoom

Your camera has both optical and digital zoom. Optical zoom physically extends the lens to make the subject of your picture appear closer. After you have extended the lens fully using optical zoom, the camera employs digital zoom. Digital zoom uses no moving lens parts. Tip 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). If appears when you press the Shutter button halfway down, the picture may be blurry. Be sure to hold the camera still or add more light to the scene. Try holding the camera closer to your body or against a steady object, or set the camera on a tripod or stable surface.

Optical zoom

Optical zoom moves the lens between wide angle (1x) and telephoto (3x).
In Live View, use the buttons on the Zoom lever to control zoom. to zoom out. Press to zoom in and

Digital zoom

In digital zoom, the Image Display shows a yellow frame around the scene. 1. 2. 3. In Live View, press on the Zoom lever to optically zoom to the maximum level, then release the lever. Press and hold until the image you want to capture fills the yellow frame. If you. zoom in too far, press To return to optical zoom, press until digital zooming stops. Release , then press it again. Note 1 Digital zoom is not available in Panorama mode nor when recording video clips. Note 2 Digital zoom reduces the resolution of an image, so your picture may be more grainy than the same picture taken with optical zoom. When you need higher quality, limit the use of digital zoom.

Setting the flash

To select a flash setting, press , use press. to highlight the desired flash mode, then
Auto Flash (Default)The camera uses the flash, if necessary. If you want the camera to remove red eyes if they exist in images, turn on Red-Eye Removal (see Red-Eye Removal under Using the Capture Menu on page 20). For information about red eye, see Red eye on page 17. Flash OnThe camera always uses flash. If the light is behind your subject, use this setting to increase the light on the front of your subject. If you want the camera to remove red eyes if they exist in images, turn on Red-Eye Removal (see Red-Eye Removal under Using the Capture Menu on page 20). Flash OffThe camera does not use flash. Use this setting to capture poorly lit subjects beyond the flash range or to capture scenes with the existing light. The Flash setting remains in effect until it is changed again, or you turn off the camera. Note The flash is not available in Document, Landscape, Night Scenery, Panorama, Sunset, or Theatre shooting modes, with the Burst setting, nor while recording video clips. In Night Portrait shooting mode, the flash is set to On.

Red eye

The red-eye phenomenon is caused when light from the flash reflects off the subjects' eyes, which can make human eyes appear red in the captured image. If you turn on Red-Eye Removal (see Red-Eye Removal under Using the Capture Menu on page 20), the camera examines the image after taking it. If the camera detects red eyes, it then processes the image to remove them. This examination and processing takes additional time. If you find the additional time too long, you can turn off Red-Eye Removal and remove the red eyes after you have captured the image, using either Remove Red Eyes (see Remove Red Eyes under Using the Design Gallery Menu on page 31) or the HP Photosmart Software that came with your camera.

Using the shooting modes

Shooting modes allow you to optimize shutter settings for the scene you are shooting. Most shooting modes predefine these settings for certain types of scenes, allowing you to take pictures quickly when you do not have the time to specify the settings yourself. Other settings (such as Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual) let you specify settings, allowing you complete control for difficult scenes or special effects. To select a shooting mode, press. mode, then press while in Live View, use to highlight a shooting
Auto Mode (Default)For taking good shots quickly, when you do not have time to select a special shooting mode. LandscapeFor scenes with deep perspective, such as mountain scenes. PortraitFor pictures that have one or more people as their primary subject. TheatreFor capturing images at school programs, concerts, or indoor sporting events without using flash. PanoramaFor grand landscapes or group pictures where you need to capture a wide shot that one image cannot capture (see Using Panorama mode on page 18). ActionFor capturing sporting events, moving cars, or any scene where you want to stop the action. Night PortraitFor capturing images of people at night. This mode uses the flash and a long exposure. As a result, you must set the camera on a tripod or stable surface. Night SceneryFor capturing night scenes. This mode uses a long exposure with no flash. As a result, you must set the camera on a tripod or stable surface. BeachFor capturing scenes at the beach.

Chapter 2 (continued)

SnowFor capturing scenes in snow. SunsetFor capturing outdoor scenes at sunset. DocumentFor capturing flat, textual, or graphical pieces. Aperture PriorityFor specifying the aperture setting. This mode lets you , while the camera selects select the F-number (aperture) setting using the best shutter speed. If the image will be over- or under-exposed more than 0.5 stops, the F-number and shutter speed turn red. Adjust the F-number until these items turn white. To change to a different shooting mode, press until. arrows surround the shooting mode, then press Shutter PriorityFor specifying the shutter speed. This mode lets you select , while the camera selects the best F-number. If the shutter speed using the image will be over- or under-exposed more than 0.5 stops, the F-number and shutter speed turn red. Adjust shutter speed until these items turn white. To change to a different shooting mode, press until arrows surround the shooting mode, then press. ManualFor specifying both F-number and shutter speed (see Using Manual shooting mode on page 19). My ModeFor a customizable shooting mode that lets you select, save, and then repeatedly use a group of preferred settings (see Using My Mode on page 19). Note The shooting modes do not apply when you are recording video clips. The shooting mode remains in effect until it is changed again, or until you turn off the camera.

Exposure Compensation

You can use Exposure Compensation to override the camera's automatic exposure setting. Exposure 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). Such scenes could turn out gray without the use of Exposure Compensation. For a scene with many light objects, increase the Exposure Compensation to a positive number. For a scene with many dark objects, decrease the Exposure Compensation. Tip To see the effect varying Exposure Compensation settings might have on a scene, try the Exposure option in Bracketing (see Bracketing under Using the Capture Menu on page 20).

Adaptive Lighting

This setting balances the relationship between bright and dark areas in a picture, preserving gentle contrasts while reducing harsh contrasts. When used with a flash,
Adaptive Lighting can brighten areas that a flash wouldnt reach. 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 flash to reach, or is severely backlit (for example, in front of a window)
You can use Adaptive Lighting with or without flash, but it is not recommended as a replacement for 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. Tip To see the effect the Adaptive Lighting settings might have on a scene, use the Adaptive Lighting option in Bracketing (see Bracketing under Using the Capture Menu on page 20).

White Balance

Different lighting conditions cast different colors. This setting allows the camera to compensate for this, reproducing colors more accurately and ensuring that whites appear white in the final image. You can also adjust the white balance to produce creative effects. For example, the Sun setting produces a warmer look to the image.

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 capture 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, use a tripod. 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) and, therefore, can be of lower quality.

Reviewing images and video clips
You can review and manipulate images and video clips in Playback as described here. For information about enhancing images, see Using the Playback Menu on page 27 and Using the Design Gallery Menu on page 31.

Using Playback

1. 2. Press until appears briefly in the upper right corner of the Image Display. Use to scroll through your images and video clips (video clips play automatically). to pause the clip, then use to scroll through When viewing video clips, press the individual frames. To switch to Live View, press.
During Playback, the Image Display also indicates additional information about each image or video clip.
Memory card indicator. Battery indicator (see Power indicators on page 51). Image position in a panoramic sequence. Number of electronic Photosmart Share destinations (see Using HP Photosmart Express on page 38). Number of images to print (see Transferring and printing images on page 35). Recorded length of this audio or video clip. Attached audio clip indicator. Video clip indicator.

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Number of this image or video clip out of the total number of stored images and video clips.
Saving frames from video clips
If you want to print a frame from a video clip, you can save an individual frame as a still image. 1. 2. 3. 4. During video playback, press to pause the video. Use to scroll one frame at a time. Press to save the displayed frame. Press to resume playing the video clip.

Viewing thumbnails

1. While in Playback, press Thumbnails (same on the Zoom lever) to view as Zoom Out thumbnails. Use and to scroll through the thumbnails. Press to exit Thumbnails and view the highlighted image on the Image Display.

Magnifying images

This feature is for viewing purposes only; it does not permanently alter the image. 1. While in Playback, press (same as Zoom In on the Zoom lever). The currently displayed image is magnified 2x. Use and to pan around the magnified image. Use and to change the magnification. Press to return to Playback.

Using the Playback Menu

1. 2. 3. 4. While in Playback, press. Use to highlight an option. Use to select an image or video clip, press instructions. Press to exit the Playback Menu. DeleteSee Deleting images on page 28. Image AdviceAnalyzes image for focus, exposure, and so forth. Image InfoSee Viewing image information on page 28. View SlideshowSee Viewing slideshows on page 29. , and follow the on-screen

Chapter 3 (continued)

Stitch PanoramaSee Stitching panoramas on page 29. Record AudioSee Recording audio on page 30. Move Images to CardMoves images from internal memory to memory card. Available only if there are images in internal memory and a memory card is inserted. To move images, select this option and follow the on-screen prompts.

Deleting images

To delete an image using the 1. 2. 3. Delete option on the Playback Menu: While in Playback, use to scroll to the image you want to delete, then press to display the Playback Menu. Press to highlight Delete, then press. Use to select an option, then press. CancelReturns to Playback without deleting the displayed image. This ImageDeletes the image or video clip. Entire Panoramic SequenceIf the current image is part of a panoramic sequence, deletes all images in the panoramic sequence. All Images (in Memory/on Card)Deletes all stored images and video clips. Format (Memory/Card)Deletes all stored files, then formats the internal memory or memory card. Tip To delete a displayed image while in Playback, press. then press , select an option,
Viewing image information
The Image Info screen shows the settings used when capturing the currently displayed image or video clip.
Shutter speed and F-number (aperture). ISO Speed.
Non-default shooting mode (see Using the shooting modes on page 17), Flash (see Setting the flash on page 16), and Focus setting (see Using the focus range settings on page 14). All non-default Capture Menu settings except Self-Timer and Burst. Histogram displaying, left to right, the distribution of dark, mid-range, and light pixels in the captured image. Memory card indicator. File name of the image. File size of the image. Date and time image was captured. Image Quality setting at which the image was captured. The information in the two rows in the bottom, right corner of the image is the same provided in Playback.

Viewing slideshows

Select View Slideshow to configure and run a slideshow of images and/or video clips on the camera Image Display or on a TV (if the camera is docked in an optional HP Photosmart premium dock or wireless dock base and connected to a TV). CancelReturns to the Playback Menu without viewing the slideshow. Start SlideshowStarts the slideshow. ImagesPlays the specified images: All (default), Stills Only, This Image, Videos Only. IntervalSets the amount of time each image is shown: 2 secs, 5 secs (default), 10 secs, 15 secs, 60 secs. LoopSpecifies how often the slideshow repeats: Once (default), 2x, 3x, Continuous. AudioPlays associated audio clips at the specified volume: Off, Low, High.

Selecting individual images for printing
1. 2. 3. Turn on the camera, then press. Use to highlight Print. Use to display an image you want to mark for to display the Print subprinting, then press menu. Use to specify the number of copies to print. To deselect Print, select (up to 99), then press Print again, set the number of copies to 0, then. press To select additional images to mark for printing, to display an image, press , and repeat use Step 4. To exit the Photosmart Express Menu, press. Connect the camera to a PictBridge-certified printer via the dock. The images you selected are automatically printed.

Chapter 6

Sending all images to a printer or online destinations
1. 2. 3. Turn on the camera, then press. Use to highlight Share All Images., then press. Use to highlight the destination to which you want to send all the images, then press. a. If you selected Print, the Print All Images sub-menu appears. Use to. To deselect Print, select specify the number of copies to print, then press Print again in the Share All Images sub-menu, set the number of copies to 0, then press. b. If you selected any other destination, a appears over that destination in the. Share All Images sub-menu. To deselect the destination, press Repeat Step 3 to select additional destinations. To exit the Photosmart Express Menu, press. Connect the camera to your computer via the dock. The images are automatically sent to their respective destinations. Note If you selected Print as a destination, you can also connect the camera directly to a PictBridge-certified printer (see Printing images from the camera on page 36).

Buying prints online

You can select images you want as prints and order them online. 1. 2. 3. 4. Verify that your computer is connected to the Internet. Turn on the camera, then press. Use to highlight Buy Prints Online. For each image you want to order as a print, use to display the image, then press.A appears over Buy Prints Online in the Photosmart Express again. Menu. To deselect the image, press Turn off your camera, connect the camera to your computer via the dock, then turn on your camera. Follow the instructions in the Buy Prints Online dialog box to purchase prints. Disconnect the camera from the computer.

Set the camera to Macro, Auto Macro, Normal, or Infinity focus and try taking the picture again (see Using the focus range settings on page 14). Set the flash to Auto Flash or Flash On and set the shooting mode to Action. Check Image Advice for specific tips (see Image Advice under Using the Playback Menu on page 27).
My image is too bright. Turn the flash off (see Setting the flash on page 16). Move back from the subject and use zoom. Adjust Exposure Compensation (see Exposure Compensation under Using the Capture Menu on page 20). Use Bracketing for exposure (see Bracketing under Using the Capture Menu on page 20). Check Image Advice for specific tips (see Image Advice under Using the Playback Menu on page 27). My image is too dark. Wait for natural lighting conditions to improve, use the flash (see Setting the flash on page 16) or add indirect lighting. Adjust Exposure Compensation (see Exposure Compensation under Using the Capture Menu on page 20). Use Bracketing for exposure (see Bracketing under Using the Capture Menu on page 20). Use Adaptive Lighting (see Adaptive Lighting under Using the Capture Menu on page 20). Use the Spot setting for AE Metering (see AE Metering under Using the Capture Menu on page 20). Check Image Advice for specific tips (see Image Advice under Using the Playback Menu on page 27). My image is grainy. Use a lower ISO Speed setting (see ISO Speed under Using the Capture Menu on page 20. Add indirect lighting, use the flash (see Setting the flash on page 16), or wait for natural lighting conditions to improve. If the camera is warm, the effect will diminish as the camera cools. For best image quality, avoid storing the camera in very hot locations. Use Image Advice (see Image Advice under Using the Playback Menu on page 27). Images are missing on my camera. Remove the memory card and see if the images are stored in internal memory. The Power light is on but the Image Display is off, or the camera seems stuck and wont operate. Press Live View/Playback to reactivate the Image Display. Reset the camera (see Resetting the camera on page 43 ).
The camera responds sluggishly when trying to review images. See Storage on page 55 and Memory capacity on page 56 for tips about memory cards. Video recording terminates abruptly. The video is saved successfully, but it is shorter than expected. Choose a lower resolution/compression combination for the video (see Video Quality under Using the Capture Menu on page 20). Replace your memory card with a faster card. Look for cards marked High Performance, Pro, Ultra, or High Speed. Video recording terminates abruptly and the video will not play back. Reformat the card (see Install and format an optional memory card on page 8). The camera gets warm (or even hot) to the touch. This is normal. However, if anything seems out of the ordinary, turn off the camera, remove it from the dock, and allow the camera to cool. Then examine the camera and the battery for signs of possible damage. For best image quality, turn off the camera when not using. Always store the camera in a cool place. My camera stalls when establishing a connection to the computer. Ensure that the USB cable is properly connected to the camera dock and computer. Try connecting the USB cable to another USB port on the computer. Turn the camera off, then on again. If that does not fix the problem, reset the camera (see Resetting the camera on page 43). If the problem persists, contact HP Support (see Product support on page 48). I cannot transfer images from the camera to my computer. Either install the HP Photosmart Software (see Install the software on page 9), or see Transferring images without HP Photosmart Software on page 35. Set your camera to act as a Disk Drive (see Connecting to the computer on page 36). I get an error message when transferring images to my computer. A power surge or electrostatic discharge may have affected the camera. Close the HP Photosmart Transfer Software, remove the camera from the dock, and reset the camera (see Resetting the camera on page 43). Then restart the image transfer process (see Transferring images with HP Photosmart Software on page 35). My camera shuts down unexpectedly, or displays a Bad Data Access Error message on the Image Display. A power surge or electrostatic discharge may have affected the camera. Remove the battery and reset the camera (see Resetting the camera on page 43). Then reinstall the battery and turn on the camera. If that does not work, try replacing the battery.

I am having a problem installing or using the HP Photosmart Software. Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements as listed on your camera packaging. Refer to the HP Customer Care website: www.hp.com/support. How can I get professional-quality prints if I dont have a photo printer? Use the Buy Prints Online feature on the Photosmart Express Menu (see Buying prints online on page 40).

Product support

Use this section to find support information for your digital camera, including links to helpful websites and an overview of the support process.

Helpful websites

Camera tips, product registration, newsletter subscriptions, driver and software updates, purchase HP supplies and accessories Customers with disabilities HP Customer Care, driver and software updates, support information www.hp.com www.hp.com/photosmart (English only)
www.hp.com/hpinfo/community/accessibility (English only) www.hp.com/support

Getting assistance

To get the best from your HP product, consult the following standard HP support offerings: 1. Consult the product documentation. Review Troubleshooting on page 43 in this document. Review the electronic Help section within the software. Refer to the camera's Help screens. Visit HP online support at www.hp.com/support, or contact the store where you purchased this camera. HP online support is available to all HP customers. HP online support is the fastest source of up-to-date product information and expert assistance, including: Fast e-mail access to qualified online support specialists. Software and driver updates for your camera. Valuable product and troubleshooting information for technical issues. Proactive product updates, support alerts, and HP newsletters (available when you register your camera). HP support by phone. Support options and fees vary by product, country, and language. For a list of support conditions and phone numbers, visit www.hp.com/ support. Post-warranty period. After the limited warranty period, help is available online at www.hp.com/support.
Extending or upgrading your warranty. If you would like to extend or upgrade your camera's warranty, please contact the store where you bought the camera or check the HP Care Pack offers at www.hp.com/support. If you already purchased an HP Care Pack Service, please check the support conditions on your contract.

Managing batteries

Your camera uses a rechargeable HP Photosmart R07 Lithium Ion battery (L1812A/L1812B).
Top points about batteries
Always insert the battery in the camera correctly (see Install the battery on page 7). If the battery is inserted improperly, the compartment door may close but the camera will not operate. New rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are shipped partially charged. Fully charge them before first use. If you do not intend to use your camera for more than two months, leave the camera connected to the HP AC adapter. The camera will top off the battery periodically to ensure that the camera is always ready for use. A rechargeable Lithium Ion battery can be left in the camera or optional dock or quick recharger for any period of time without harm. If a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery has not been used for more than two months, recharge it before using it again. Fully recharge Lithium Ion batteries every six months to a year to prolong their useful life. The performance of Lithium Ion batteries degrades over time, especially if stored and used at high temperatures. If battery life is unacceptably short, replace the battery. The performance of Lithium Ion batteries will decrease as the temperature drops. To improve battery performance, keep the camera or batteries stored in a warm inside pocket when in a cold environment.

Extending battery life

To conserve battery power, the Image Display turns off after 45 seconds by default. Pressing any button wakes up the camera. After five minutes of inactivity, the camera turns off. To further extend battery life: Set Display Brightness to Low (see Display Brightness under Using the Setup Menu on page 41). Change the Display Timeout value to a shorter interval (see Display Timeout under Using the Setup Menu on page 41). Set your camera to Auto Flash (see Auto Flash under Setting the flash on page 16). Use optical zoom sparingly. If you are turning on the camera only to view images, hold down while turning on the camera to start in Playback without extending the lens. Connect the camera to the HP AC power adapter via the dock when you transfer or print.
Safety precautions for using batteries
Do not place the battery in fire or heat the battery. Always store charged batteries in a cool location. Do not connect the positive and negative terminals of the battery to each other with any metal object. Do not carry or store the battery with metal objects. Do not drop the battery into a change-filled pocket. Do not pierce the battery or subject it to strong impacts or shocks. Do not solder directly onto the battery. Do not allow the battery to get wet. Do not disassemble or modify the battery.
Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging, or storing the battery, the battery emits an unusual smell, feels excessively hot (note that it is normal for the battery to feel warm), changes color or shape, or appears abnormal in any other way. In the event the battery leaks and the fluid gets into ones 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.

Power indicators

The power indicators are most accurate after a few minutes of use. The following table explains the meaning of these indicators. Icon Description Battery has more than 70 percent energy remaining. Battery has 30 to 70 percent energy remaining. Battery has 10 to 30 percent energy remaining. Battery level is low. Live View is disabled but you can still review images in Playback and use the menus. Battery is depleted. Camera will power down. Blinking Camera is operating on AC power. Animated battery filling up Camera is operating on AC power and is charging the battery. Camera has successfully completed battery charging and is operating on AC power. Note If the camera is without a battery for a prolonged period, the clock may be reset and you may be prompted to update it the next time you power on the camera.

(continued) Flash working range Image Display Storage Zoom Position WideMaximum with ISO Speed set to Auto ISO: 4.75 m (15.6 ft) Zoom Position TelephotoMaximum with ISO Speed set to Auto ISO: 4.75 m (15.6 ft) UniformityCorner intensity > 55% of Center intensity (Lux Seconds)
7.62 cm (3.0 in) color LTPS TFT LCD with backlight; 230,400 pixels (960 by 240) total pixel count 32MB internal flash memory. Slot for memory card. This camera supports standard and high speed, HP-branded Secure Digital (SD) memory cards, 8MB to 2GB. A large number of files (over 300) does affect the time it takes for the camera to turn on. The number of images or video clips that can be saved in memory depends on the Image Quality and Video Quality settings (see Memory capacity on page 56). JPEG (EXIF) for still images EXIF2.2 for still images with embedded audio MPEG1 for video clips

Compression format

Interfaces
Dock connectorFoxlink FPA25420HP, which connects to either: HP Photosmart 6220 camera dock (in-box with camera) HP Photosmart 6221 premium camera dock PTP USBMSDC and SIDC JPEG MPEG1 DPOF EXIF DCF DPS

Standards

External body dimensions
Measurements with camera off and lens retracted (width, depth, height): 96 mm (W) by 25.6 mm (D) by 62 mm (H) 3.78 in (W) by 1.00 in (D) by 2.44 in (H)

Weight Power

170 grams (5.99 ounces) without battery Typical power usage: 2.1 Watts (with Image Display on). 7.6 Watts peak power usage. Power sources include: One rechargeable HP Photosmart R07 Lithium Ion battery for HP Photosmart R-series cameras HP AC power adapter (5 Vdc, 2000 mA, 10 W) with either the HP Photosmart 6220 dock (included) or (optional) HP Photosmart 6221 or 6222 dock

Temperature range

Operational 0 to 50 C (32 to 122 F) at 15% to 85% relative humidity
Appendix B Storage 30 to 65 C (22 to 149 F) at 15% to 90% relative humidity

Memory capacity

Not all 32MB of internal memory is available for storing images, because some memory is used for internal camera operations. The actual file sizes and number of still images that can be stored in internal memory or on a memory card will vary depending on the content of each still image and the length of any associated audio clip.