Bellhowell WP7 - User Manual

WP7 Splash Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT
- Do not open the battery door while submerged in water.
- Close the battery door properly for the best water-tight seal.
- Ensure that the latch on the battery door is correctly closed.
- Rinse with clean water after use.
1. Getting to Know Your Camera
Ultra Slim Waterproof Design
Waterproof up to 10 ft. / 3 meters
12.0 Mega Pixels Max Resolution
Digital Still Camera
Digital Video Camcorder
Built-in Flash Light
8X Digital Zoom
2.4" LCD Color Display
Micro SD / SDHC Card Support
2x AAA Alkaline Batteries
Smile Detection
Face Detection
Anti-Shaking Image Stabilization for Still Images
2. Camera Overview
1
Shutter
Press to take photographs or to start and stop recording a video clip.
Press to confirm changes in menu mode.
2
Power
Press this button to power the unit of or off.
3
Strap Hook
Hook for attaching the wrist strap to the camera.
4
Flash Light
Use the built-in flash for extra lighting in dark situations. For best results,
use flash mode when within a distance of 5 ft / 1.5m.
5
Lens
Optical input to records video and capture images.
Note: Keep the lens clean. Dirt and fingerprints will affect the quality of the
picture.
6
LED
Indicator
Denotes the camera is busy carrying out an operation when blinking.
7
Macro
Switch
MACRO mode: Select this mode to take close-up photographs
(distance 11cm - 18cm).
NORMAL mode: Select this mode to take photographs from 0.5m -
infinity.
8
LCD Screen
Displays photos, video clips, camera settings and menu.
9
UP
UP directional selection in menu mode. Digital zoom-in during photo and
video mode.
10
DOWN
Down directional selection in menu mode. Digital zoom-out during photo
and video mode.
11
LEFT /
Flash Light
LEFT directional selection in menu mode.
To access the flash’s settings when in PHOTO mode.
12
RIGHT/
Playback
RIGHT directional selection in menu mode.
Press to enter into playback mode when in PHOTO or MOVIE mode.
13
Mode
Press to enter into PHOTO / MOVIE mode.
14
Menu /
Delete
Press to enter into setting mode.
Press to delete a photo or videos when in playback mode.
15
Tripod
Connector
To mount the camera onto a tripod.
16
Micro SD
Card Slot
SD card storage location.
17
USB
Interface
Download images and video clips to a computer using the included USB
cable.
18
Battery Door
Compartment for the AAA batteries.
3. Explanation of Status Icons
Item
Function
Description
1
Current Mode
PHOTO mode.
VIDEO mode.
Playback VIDEO mode.
Playback PHOTO mode.
2
Flash Status
Flash On: The flash will fire in every situation,
whether dark or light.
Auto Flash: The flash sensor will determine if
the flash is needed or not.
Flash Off: The flash is turned off and will not
fire.
3
Self-Timer
Status
Shows the current Self-Timer setting.
4
ISO Status
Shows the current ISO Sensitivity setting.
5
Photo / Video
Counter
Show the pictures remaining in PHOTO mode.
Shows the time remaining in VIDEO mode.
Show the elapsed time during recording
Shows the total amount of pictures and videos.
6
Current
Resolution
12M = 4032x3024 pixels
8M = 3264x2448 pixels
5M = 2560x1920 pixels
3M = 2048x1536 pixels
1.3 = 1280x960 pixels
VGA = 640x480 pixels
7
Picture quality
Super Fine Quality.
Fine Quality.
Standard Quality.
8
Micro SD Card
Indicator
A micro SD card is inserted and will be used as
storage for photos and videos.
9
Anti-Shaking
Mode Status
Anti-Shaking Image Stabilizaton ON/OFF.
10
Normal / Macro
Mode Indicator
Normal mode (0.5m – infinity)
Macro mode (11cm –18cm)
11
Battery Status
Indicator
Battery status, fully charged.
Battery status, no charge remaining.
12
Exposure Status
Shows the current EV± value.
13
White Balance
Status
Shows the current White Balance setting.
14
Scene Mode
Status
Shows the current Scene Mode ( Auto / Landscape /
Backlight / Night Scene / Portrait / Sport)
15
Smile Detection
Status
Smile Detection ON/OFF.
16
Zoom Indicator
Shows current Zoom setting.
4. Details for Camera Setup
SET
Still
Capture Mode
Single / 10s Timer
Single or 10s timer selection
Resolution
12 Mega Pixel Resolution
4032 x 3024 (12.0 Mega Pixels)
8 Mega Pixel Resolution
3264 x 2448 (8.0 Mega Pixels)
5M pixel resolution
2560 x 1920 (5.0 Mega Pixels)
3M pixel resolution
2048 x 1536 (3,0 Mega Pixels)
1.3M pixel resolution
1280 x 960 (1.3 Mega Pixels)
VGA resolution
640 x 480 (300k Pixels)
Quality
Super Fine/Fine/Normal
Picture quality setting
Sharpness
Strong/Normal/Soft
Sharpness setting
Exposure
±2.0, ±5/3, ±4/3, ±
1.0, ±2/3, ±1/3, 0
Exposure setting
White balance
Auto
Automatic white balance mode.
Daylight
White balance mode for
Daylight/Outdoor setting.
Cloudy
White balance mode for
Cloudy/Outdoor setting.
Tungsten
White balance mode for tungsten
setting.
Fluorescent
White balance mode for
fluorescent setting.
Scene
Auto / Landscape /
Backlight / Night scene /
Portrait / Sports
Scene Mode.
ISO
Auto / 50 / 100 / 200
ISO Sensitivity setting.
Smile
Detection
On / Off
Smile Detection setting.
Anti-Shaking
On / Off
Anti-Shaking setting.
Video
Resolution
VGA 640 x 480
QVGA 320 x 240
Video Resolution setting.
Setup
Date/Time
YY/MM/DD
Date or time setting.
Auto Power Off
Off / 1 Minute / 3 Minutes
Auto Power Off setting.
Beep Sound
On / Off
Beep Sound setting.
Language
English/T-Chinese/
S-Chinese/French/
Deutsch/Italian/Spanish/
Portuguese/Japanese
Display language setting.
Date Stamp
Date &Time / Date / Off
Date stamp setting.
Frequency
50Hz / 60Hz
Power frequency setting.
Format
Micro SD card
Format the Micro SD Card.
Default setting
Cancel / OK
Reset to default settings.
Version
View the firmware version.
Note: The camera will remain in the last setting when it is turned off.

Summary

Getting to Know Your Camera

Ultra Slim Waterproof Design

Highlights the camera's slim, waterproof build, rated for depths up to 10 ft. / 3 meters.

Key Camera Features

Lists primary camera capabilities including resolution, zoom, display, battery type, and special modes.

Camera Overview and Controls

Shutter and Power Controls

Details the Shutter button for capturing photos/videos and the Power button for operation.

Camera Body Features

Describes physical components like the Strap Hook, Flash Light, Lens, and LED Indicator.

Operation and Navigation Buttons

Explains buttons for Macro mode, LCD screen navigation (UP, DOWN, LEFT/RIGHT), and Playback.

Mode and Menu Functions

Covers buttons for switching modes (PHOTO/MOVIE), accessing settings (Menu), and deleting content.

Connectivity and Storage Ports

Identifies the Tripod Connector, Micro SD Card Slot, USB Interface, and Battery Door.

Status Icons Explanation

Mode and Flash Indicators

Explains icons for current mode (PHOTO/VIDEO), flash status (On, Auto, Off).

Timer, ISO, and Counter Displays

Details status icons for Self-Timer, ISO sensitivity, and remaining photo/video capacity.

Resolution and Quality Icons

Covers icons indicating selected resolution (e.g., 5M) and picture quality settings.

Card and Stabilization Indicators

Explains icons for Micro SD card presence and Anti-Shaking mode status.

Focus Mode Indicators

Describes icons for Normal mode (0.5m-infinity) and Macro mode (11cm-18cm).

Camera Setup Details

Still Capture Settings

Configuration for still photos: Capture Mode (Single/Timer), Resolution, and Quality.

Image and Exposure Settings

Details settings for Sharpness, Exposure compensation, White Balance, and Scene Modes.

Advanced Camera Settings

Covers ISO sensitivity, Smile Detection, Anti-Shaking, and Video Resolution.

System and Utility Settings

Configuration for Date/Time, Auto Power Off, Beep Sound, Language, Date Stamp, Frequency, Format.

Using the Camera

Battery and Memory Card Installation

Instructions for installing batteries and inserting/formatting a Micro SD card.

Camera Settings and Operations

Guides on setting resolution, taking photographs, and zooming.

Special Features and Playback

Details on using the Self-Timer, recording videos, and playback of photos/videos.

Deleting Content

Procedures for deleting single or all photographs and video clips.

Connecting to a PC

Camera Specifications

Image and Lens Specifications

Details sensor type, image resolution options, lens parameters, and focus range.

Operational and Storage Specs

Covers zoom, flash, display, white balance, video mode, file formats, and self-timer.

Connectivity and Power

Lists connectivity types, power source, and external memory card support.

Computer System Requirements

Software and Hardware Needs

Specifies operating system, CPU, RAM, and CD ROM requirements for PC connection.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Saving Problems

Addresses issues like the camera not powering on or photos not saving.

PC Connection and Flash Issues

Solutions for the computer not recognizing the camera and the flash not working.

Battery and Image Quality Issues

Covers rapid battery drain, blurry photos, and incorrect focus modes.

Bellhowell WP7 Specifications

General

Brand	Bellhowell
Model	WP7
Category	Digital Camera
Language	English