Gateway DC-T23 User manual

Customizing

Troubleshooting

Gateway DC-T23 digital camera

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Contents

Using the Gateway DC-T23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Warnings and precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Identifying camera components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Loading the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Inserting and removing the SD/MMC card (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Attaching the strap (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Using a tripod (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Powering on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Setting the Mode switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Taking still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Recording movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Viewing your images on the LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Viewing pictures and movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Deleting pictures and movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Advanced Operations and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using the MENU button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Configuring settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Viewing images on your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Installing the camera software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Connecting the camera to your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Copying pictures and movies to your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Viewing pictures and movies on your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Using PC Camera or Web Cam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Format settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Video settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Using the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Connecting the camera to your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Battery life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

LED indicator events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Storage capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Regulatory compliance statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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Using the

Gateway DC-T23

Thank you for purchasing the Gateway DC-T23 digital

camera. Your camera features:

■ Effective sensor resolution of 2 Megapixels

■ 16 MB internal memory

■ Support for SD/MMC (Secure Digital/MultiMedia

Card) memory up to 512 MB

■ 4× digital zoom

■ Video mode

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Warnings and precautions

■ Do not drop, puncture or disassemble the camera.

■ Avoid all contact with water. Be sure to have dry hands before using.

■ Do not expose the camera to high temperature or leave it in direct sunlight.

■ Use the camera with care. Avoid pressing hard on the camera body.

■ For your own safety, avoid using the camera when there is a storm or

lightning.

■ Avoid using batteries of different brands or types at the same time.

■ Remove batteries during long periods between usage, as deteriorated

batteries may affect the functionality of the camera.

■ Remove batteries if they show signs of leaking or distortion.

■ We suggest using only the accessories supplied by Gateway.

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Getting started

Identifying camera components

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1 Shutter/Quick Exit button

2 Lens cover

3 Power button

4 Mode switch

5 Microphone

6 Flash

7 USB port

8 Focus switch

9 Lens

10 Self-timer LED indicator

11 LCD display

12 Up control button (Zoom in)

13 Down control button (Zoom out)

14 MENU/OK button

15 LED indicator

16 Strap holder

17 Battery/SD/MMC card cover

18 Tripod port

19 SD/MMC card slot

20 Battery section

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Loading the batteries

Use two AAA 1.5V alkaline batteries.

To load the batteries:

1 Slide the battery/card cover down, then rotate it outward.

2 Load two AAA alkaline batteries, taking care to match the + and – symbols

on the batteries.

3 Rotate the battery/card inward, then slide it upward to lock it.

For information on battery life, see “Battery life” on page 35.

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Inserting and removing the SD/MMC card

(Optional)

To insert the SD/MMC card:

1 Open the battery/card cover.

2 Insert the card in the direction indicated, then push it in.

3 Close the battery/card cover.

To remove the card:

■ Push the card in, then release the card.

Caution

Never eject the SD/MMC card while the LED

indicator is red (the camera is processing data).

For more information on the LED messages, see

“LED indicator events” on page 35.

MENU/OK

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For details on the storage capacity of the SD/MMC card and internal memory

(16 MB Flash memory), see “Storage capacity” on page 36.

Attaching the strap (optional)

For convenience and safety, attach the carrying strap.

To attach the strap:

1 Thread the strap loop through the holder in the direction indicated.

2 Fasten the strap as indicated.

Tips & Tricks The camera comes with 16 MB internal Flash memory for

storage. If you do not insert a SD/MMC card, data is saved

in the built-in Flash memory.

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Using a tripod (optional)

You can use a tripod to minimize camera movement and ensure optimal image

quality, particularly while taking self-portraits, longer movies or in macro mode.

Tripod “heads” (the part that attaches to the camera) vary. See your tripod user’s

guide for detailed information on attaching your tripod to the Gateway DC-T23

digital camera.

To use a tripod:

1 Attach the tripod to the port on the bottom of the camera and rotate the

wheel to lock it.

2 Unfold the legs to set up.

3 Adjust the alignment to the desired position.

Tight

Loose

Wheel

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Basic operation

Powering on and off

Slide the Lens cover or press the Power button to power the camera on or off.

To use the lens cover:

■ Slide the Lens cover in the direction of the arrow to turn the power on or

off.

To use the power button:

■ Press the Power button to turn the power on or off.

Tips & Tricks While the Lens cover is open, you can also press the

Power button to turn off your camera.

ON

OFF

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If the camera is idle for over 60 seconds, the LCD display turns off to conserve

battery power. Press any key to wake up the camera. If the camera is idle for

over 3 minutes, the camera automatically powers down.

Setting the Mode switch

This camera operates in three modes. Push the Mode switch to select the mode

that you want to use.

Movie mode

Still Picture mode

Playback mode

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Taking still pictures

Follow these steps to take still pictures. For best results, use the Focus switch

to set the focus and use the up and down Control buttons to zoom in and out.

Taking a still picture

To take a still picture:

1 Set the Mode switch to .

2 Press the Shutter button to take pictures.

Tips & Tricks While the LED indicator is flashing red, the image is being

captured. When the LED turns green, the picture

processing is done and ready to take another picture. For

more information on LED messages, see “LED indicator

events” on page 35

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Adjusting the focus

To adjust the focus:

■ Push the Focus switch, then select the best mode for your picture.

The following table tells you which focus mode you may choose based on the

distance to your subject.

Using Zoom

To Zoom in and out:

■ Press the up Control button to zoom in or the down Control button to

zoom out.

Macro

12 inches ~ 24 inches (30 cm ~ 60 cm)

Micro

24 inches ~ ∞ (60 inches ~ ∞)

USB

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Using the flash and self-timer

The flash and self-timer are convenient utilities you can use when taking still

image pictures. Use the flash if lighting is not adequate and the self-timer

function for taking self-portrait photos. There are other settings in the MENU

under mode that also affect your images, including size, exposure, white

balance, and effect. For details on operation and information, see “Using the

MENU button” on page 18.

Using the LCD under mode

Recording movies

You can use your camera to record movies at a resolution of 320×240 pixels.

To record movies:

1 Set the Mode switch to .

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Zoom

Still pictures mode

Focus mode

Resolution

Flash status

Storage mode:

- SD/MMC card:

- Internal Flash memory: no icon

Life of battery

Number of pictures and

movies taken

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2 Press the Shutter button to start recording.

3 Press the Shutter button again to stop the recording.

Using the LCD under mode

Tips & Tricks You can also adjust the Focus switch under mode. For

more information on the Focus switch, see “Adjusting the

focus” on page 11.

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Movie mode

Focus mode

Number of pictures and

movies taken

Life of battery

Storage mode:

- SD/MMC card:

- Internal Flash memory: no icon

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Viewing your images on the LCD

Viewing pictures and movies

To view pictures and movies:

1 Set the Mode switch to .

2 The last image taken is displayed on the LCD.

3 Press the up and down Control buttons to select the previous or the next

image and view it on the LCD display.

While playing a movie on the camera, sound playback is not available. To view

the movie with sound, copy the movie to your computer (for details, see

“Viewing images on your computer” on page 24).

Control buttons

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The type you are

viewing:

- Picture:

- Movie:

Playback mode

Storage mode:

- SD/MMC card:

- Internal Flash memory: no icon

Life of battery

Number of pictures and

movies taken

Picture and movie number

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Deleting pictures and movies

Follow these steps if you want to delete a picture or movie.

To delete pictures and movies:

1 Push the Mode switch to , then press the up and down Control buttons

to pick the image you want to delete.

2 Press the MENU/OK button to enter the Menu.

3 Press the up and down Control buttons to choose Delete One, then press

the MENU/OK button.

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