SJUJ 18MP HD Digital Camera User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the SJUJ 18MP HD Digital Camera. This camera is designed to capture high-quality digital photos and can also function as a removable disk for easy file management. This manual provides all the necessary information to operate your camera effectively. Please read it carefully before use and retain it for future reference.

Key Features

• Digital Video Resolutions: 1280x720 HD, 640x480 VGA, 320x240 QVGA.
• Still Image Resolutions: Up to 18 Megapixels (4896x3672), with options including 16M (4608x3456), 14M (4416x3312), 12M (4000x3000), 10M (3648x2736), 8M (3264x2448), 7M HD (3648x2048), 5M (2592x1944), 3M (2048x1536), 2M HD (1920x1080), and VGA (640x480).
• Display: 2.7-inch TFT LCD screen.
• Zoom: 4X Digital Zoom.
• Stabilization: Anti-shake function (Displacement Image Stabilization, Electronic Image Stabilization).
• Smart Features: Face Detection, Smile Capture, Continue Shot.
• Storage: SD memory card slot, supporting cards up to 32GB.
• Flash: Built-in Flash.
• Software: Includes PhoTags Express software for photo management and enhancement.

What Your Camera Includes

• Digital Camera
• PhoTags Express software installation CD
• USB cable
• User's manual (PDF version available: User manual (PDF))
• Strap
• Camera bag
• Li-ion battery
• Charger

Computer System Requirements

For Windows 7/XP:

• Pentium processor or above with Windows 7 or XP.
• 128 MB RAM, with more than 150MB free disk space.
• Available USB Interface.
• CD-ROM Drive.
• Recommended screen resolution: 1024x768 pixels or higher.
• 16-bit color or higher display adaptor.

For Windows Vista:

• Windows Vista.
• 800MHz processor and 512 MB of system memory.
• 20GB hard drive with at least 15GB of available space.
• Support for Super VGA graphics.
• Available USB Interface.
• CD-ROM Drive.

For Macintosh:

• Power Macintosh G3 500 MHz or higher.
• Mac OS X version 10.5.X or later.
• 128 MB or more available system RAM (256 MB recommended), 150 MB free disk space.
• 800x600 or higher-resolution monitor displaying millions of colors.

Note: This hardware is plug and play compatible with Mac. However, the included software (PhoTags Express) is for Windows operating systems only.

Quick Look at Your Digital Camera

Familiarize yourself with the various parts and controls of your camera using the diagrams below.

The camera is available in Red, Black, and Silver finishes.

Main Icons on the LCD

The LCD screen displays various icons to indicate camera status and settings. Understanding these icons is crucial for operation.

Camera Mode Icons:

• Flash off
• Image size
• Scene
• Macro function
• Remaining photo numbers for taking
• Remaining time for shooting
• Zoom in/out
• Digital Zoom
• Battery level
• SD card inserted
• Continue Shot Off
• Smile Capture
• Face Detection
• Image quality
• ISO
• Exposure
• Anti-shake

Video Mode Icons:

• Macro function
• Time you have shoot
• Zoom in/out
• Battery level
• SD card inserted
• Video size
• File sequence
• Current AVI file time

Playback Mode Icons:

• File sequence
• Battery level
• SD card inserted

General Status Icons:

• Battery Power Level: Full, Medium, Low.
• Photo Quality: Normal, Fine, Super.
• Flash Modes: Force Flash, Auto, No Flash, Red Eye Reduction.
• Modes: Camera, Playback, Video.
• Digital Zoom: Indicated by a bar.
• Protect: Lock icon.
• Anti-Shake: On/Off indicator.
• Scenes: Auto, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Portrait, Scenery, Sport, Party, Beach, High Sensitivity.
• Self-timer: 10s, 5s, 2s, Off.

Setup

Install Battery:

1. Slide and open the battery compartment.
2. Insert the lithium battery correctly with the positive (+) terminal facing up.
3. Close the battery compartment.

Note: Uninstall the battery if the camera will not be used for an extended period.

Charging the Lithium Battery:

Connect your camera to a PC using the supplied USB cable. The LED light will illuminate during charging and turn off once fully charged.

Install an SD Memory Card:

This camera supports SD memory cards up to 32GB. The internal memory is limited and only suitable for test photos, which will be lost upon powering off or battery removal. For normal use, an SD card is required.

1. Locate the SD memory card slot and insert the SD card until you hear a "Click" sound. The "SD" icon will appear on the LCD screen.

Notes:

• Successful insertion means photos/videos will be stored on the SD card.
• Formatting the SD card will delete all data, including protected files.
• Do not remove the SD card during formatting to prevent damage.

Starting Your Digital Camera:

Press the Power button once to turn on the camera. The LCD will light up, and a "beep" sound indicates the camera is ready. The camera has three modes: Camera, Video, and Playback.

Power Off:

Press the Power button once to turn off the camera. If the battery is low, a "Low Battery" warning will appear, and the camera will power off automatically.

Operating Modes

Camera Mode (Taking Photos):

After powering on, the camera will enter Camera Mode, indicated by an icon on the LCD.

• Taking Photos: Compose your shot using the LCD, hold steady, and press the Shutter button. The camera will save the photo, and the remaining photo count will update. If memory is full, a "Memory Full" message will appear, requiring you to transfer or delete photos, or insert an SD card.
• Digital Zoom: Magnify your subject up to 4 times. Press Multi-Function button A to zoom in, and Multi-Function button B to zoom out.
• Flash: Use the built-in flash in low light or to compensate for backlight. Press the Flash button repeatedly to cycle through modes: automatic flash, forced on (manual flash), red-eye reduction, and off. Ensure the Macro/Far switch is in Far mode for flash functionality.
• Scene Modes: Select from Auto, Night Portrait, Night Scenery, Portrait, Scenery, Sport, Party, Beach, High Sensitivity. Access via Menu button, navigate to the scene icon, and confirm.
• Image Size: Adjust photo resolution (e.g., 18M, 16M, 12M, etc.) via the Menu button and Image Size icon. Higher quality uses more memory.
• Anti-Shake: Turn on/off via Menu button to prevent blurry photos.
• Face Detect: Enable/disable via Menu button for optimal portrait photos.
• Smile Capture: Take 6 continuous photos when a smile is detected. Access via Menu button. Note: Image size automatically sets to VGA in this mode.
• Self Timer: Delay photo capture by 2, 5, or 10 seconds. Set via Menu button. The LED indicator will flash during the countdown.
• Exposure: Adjust brightness (from +3 to -3) via Setup menu.
• ISO: Compensate for low light conditions without flash. Options: Auto/100/200/400. Access via Setup menu.
• White Balance: Adjust color balance (Auto/Daylight/Cloudy/Incandescent/Fluorescent) via Setup menu.
• Sharpness: Adjust image sharpness (Normal/Sharp/Soft) via Setup menu.
• Quality: Set photo quality (Super Fine/Fine/Normal) via Setup menu. Super Fine offers best quality but uses more memory.
• Date: Set system date and choose to display it on photos/LCD via Setup menu.
• Auto Power Off: Set idle time for automatic power off (1/3/5 Minutes/None) via Setup menu.
• Language: Select camera language via Setup menu.
• Frequency: Set display frequency (50Hz/60Hz) via Setup menu.
• Beep Sound: Turn button sounds on/off via Setup menu.
• Format: Reformat the memory card, erasing all files. Use with caution. Access via Setup menu.
• Default Setting: Restore camera to original settings via Setup menu.
• Cancel: Exit menu manually.

Video Mode:

The camera requires an SD card (up to 32GB) for video recording. Internal memory is not sufficient.

• Press the Down button to enter Video mode and start recording. An icon and a red flashing spot will appear on the LCD.
• Press the Shutter button to stop recording and exit to Camera mode. The elapsed time will be shown.
• Videos are saved in AVI format and can be played back on the camera or with QuickTime/Windows Media Player.
• Digital zoom can be used during video recording.

Playback Mode:

Press the Right button to enter Playback mode. You can view, manage, and delete photos and videos.

• Thumbnail Display: Press the Down button to view thumbnails. Select a JPG file and press Menu or Multi-Function button A for full-screen view.
• Zoom In/Out: In full-screen mode, use Multi-Function buttons A/B to zoom in/out.
• Rotate Still Photos: In playback mode, press Menu, select the rotate icon, choose 90°/180°/270°, and confirm.
• Protect Files: Prevent accidental deletion. Press Menu, select the lock icon, choose Lock/Unlock, and confirm. A lock icon will appear on protected files.
• Delete Files: Delete individual photos/videos or all unprotected files. Press Menu, select the delete icon, choose "This Image/Video" or "ALL", and confirm.
• Crop Image: Select a portion of an image to save as a new photo. Press Menu, select the crop icon, adjust the area, and save.
• Print: Connect to a compatible printer via USB. Select a photo, press Menu, select the print icon, choose "Pictbridge", and print.
• Operation for AVI file: Select an AVI file, press Up to play, and Right to stop/play again.

PhoTags Express Software Installation

The PhoTags Express software helps manage and enhance your photos. Ensure your camera is disconnected from the computer before installation.

1. Insert the software CD into your computer. An installation window will appear.
2. Select "Install AP" to begin. Choose your preferred language.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
4. You can register online or click "Continue" to register later.

Attention: If PhoTags Express cannot automatically upgrade DirectX, manually install DirectX from the CD. DirectX version 8.1 or higher is required to play AVI files.

Transferring Photos and Videos

To Your PC (Windows):

Turn on your camera, switch to Playback mode, and connect it to your PC with the USB cable. A "MSDC" message will appear on the camera's LCD, and a "Removable Disk" window will appear on your PC.

Method 1: Direct Transfer via Windows:

1. In the "Removable Disk" window, choose "copy pictures to a folder on my computer" and click "OK".
2. Follow the on-screen prompts to transfer your files.

Method 2: Manual Copy/Paste:

1. Click the START button, then "MY COMPUTER".
2. Your memory card will appear as a "REMOVABLE STORAGE DEVICE".
3. Click on it to view images, typically stored in the "DCIM" subfolder.
4. Copy and paste the images to your desired directory.

Method 3: Using PhoTags Express:

1. Double-click the PhoTags Express icon on your desktop.
2. Click the "Get Photos" button.
3. Choose "custom copy" for individualized selection or "Express" to download all photos without preview.
4. Select the photos, add captions/keywords/categories if desired, and choose the destination folder.

To Your MAC:

The PhoTags Express software is not compatible with Mac. To transfer files:

1. Plug the camera into an available USB port on your Mac.
2. A new drive should mount on your desktop, containing your photos and videos.

Technical Specifications

Troubleshooting

Q: My computer does not recognize the camera when connected.

A:

1. First, ensure you have taken photos. Press the Shutter button a few times to take sample photos, then try downloading again.
2. It is highly recommended to have an SD card inserted in the camera for proper function and storage.
3. Always use the original USB cable that came with the camera.
4. Ensure the USB cable is inserted into a free USB slot on your computer.
5. Allow your computer sufficient time to recognize the device. If necessary, refresh the device options list until the removable device appears.
6. Verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements listed in this manual. If not, it may prevent successful photo/video transfer.

Q: How is the picture quality?

A: The camera features an 18MP effective megapixel CMOS sensor and offers various image resolutions up to 4896x3672. For optimal picture quality, ensure good lighting, use the anti-shake function, and select appropriate scene modes. The quality can also be adjusted in the camera settings (Super Fine, Fine, Normal).

User Tips

• For best results, always use an SD card for storing photos and videos, as internal memory is limited and temporary.
• Experiment with different scene modes (e.g., Night Portrait, Sport, Beach) to match your shooting environment and achieve better photos.
• When transferring files, ensure your computer meets the specified system requirements to avoid connectivity issues.
• If you experience blurry photos, ensure the anti-shake function is enabled in the settings.
• Regularly check your battery level, especially before extended shooting sessions, to avoid interruptions.

Warranty and Support

For warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the documentation provided at the time of purchase or contact your retailer. Keep your proof of purchase for any warranty claims.