Minox DCC Leica M3 Manuel utilisateur

Digital Classic Camera Leica M3

Instruction manual

Digital Classic Camera Leica M3

• English

Digital Classic Camera Leica M3

10 9

MINOX Classic Camera Flash

Optionally available

Contents

Introduction Page 3

For users in the United States Page 4

For users in Canada Page 4

Getting to know your camera Page 5

The right power supply Page 5

- Important information on batteries

- Inserting the batteries

General Instructions Page 6

Installation of the PC-Software Page 7

- Installing ArcSoft PhotoImpression

- Connecting the DCC to your PC

Using the DCC Page 10

- LCD status display

- Symbols and explanations

- Warning signals

Shooting and deleting images Page 11

- Distance setting

- Shooting images with flash

- Shooting images with the self-timer

- Sources of error when photograhing

- Deleting images

Altering the image compression Page 13

Video conference Page 14

Image processing on the PC Page 15

- Loading still images

- Image download using the Camera Wizard

- Image download using ArcSoft PhotoImpression

- Saving images with ArcSoft PhotoImpression

- Video with ArcSoft PhotoImpression

- Image processing on the MacOS

Uninstalling the software Page 16

Uninstalling drivers Page 17

Camera maintenance Page 17

- Places to avoid

- If the camera is not used for a prolonged

period of time

- Travelling overseas

- Cleaning your DCC

Troubleshooting Page 19

Technical data Page 20

Technical support Page 21

Conditions of warranty Page 22

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new MINOX Di-

gital Classic Camera Leica M3.

Like all other MINOX products this digital camera boasts

the traditional values fostered by the house of MINOX.

It combines functionality in the smallest possible space

with maximum quality. We have miniaturized the

classic camera of the fifties - the Leica M3 - and have

given it a modern, digital interior.

Simple and fast operation make the MINOX DCC ideal

for digital photography. It also guarantees unlimited

photographic fun with its distinguished striking looks.

The MINOX Digital Classic Camera – DCC for short – is

now ready to become your permanent companion and

capture wonderful memories in a very modern way.

We wish you great enjoyment with your new camera.

Note

The product designation „MINOX Digital Classic Camera

Leica M3 2.1“ is always abbreviated in these operating

instructions as „DCC“.

For users in the United States

FCC Declaration of Conformity

This device is in conformity with Part 15 of FCC rules.

Operation of the device is subject to the following two

conditions: (I) this device may not cause harmful inter-

ference, and (II) this device must accept any interferen-

ce received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

Warning

This device has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part

15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment generates, uses

and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not

installed and used in accordance with the instructions

may cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception. However, there is no guarantee that interfe-

rence will not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause interference to radio and

television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged

to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

- Increase the separation between the equipment

and the receiver

- Contact the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected

- Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help

Warning

Any changes or modifications to the unit not expressly

approved in this manual shall make the warrantee null

and void.

For users in Canada

Warning

This Class B device complies with the specifications of

the Canadian ICES-003.

Getting to know your camera

1. Shutter release

2. Viewfinder

3. Lens

4. Distance setting

5. USB Port

6. On/Mode button

7. LCD status display

8. Battery compartment

9. Mount for tripod

10. Connection to external flash

11. MINOX Classic Camera Blitz (Optional)

Note

The MINOX Classic Camera Flash (10) is optionally

available and not included in the scope of delivery.

Order number: 69125

The right power supply

The DCC requires a CR2 battery. Do not use rechargeable

batteries. These could damage your camera and make

the warrantee null and void. Please read the following

important instructions and battery information prior to

inserting the battery in your digital camera.

Important information on batteries

• All images taken remain saved on your digital

camera, even when you remove the battery from

the camera.

• Remove the battery prior to storing the camera or

if you do not plan to use it for a prolonged period

of time.

• Never use rechargeable batteries.

• Only replace the battery when the camera is

switched off.

• The camera automatically switches back into

off mode after 30 seconds of non-use, the

LCD display goes blank. All images taken are

then saved in the integrated memory.

Inserting batteries

1. Open the battery compartment of your DCC.

2. Take a new CR2 battery and place it in the battery

compartment. Pay attention to the correct pole

alignment (+)(-) which is indicated on the side of

the battery.

3. Close and lock the battery compartment.

General Instructions

Notes on copyright

Images taken with your digital camera are not to be

used in any way which may infringe upon copyright

laws, apart from the use of a purely private nature.

Please observe that several restrictions concerning the

photographic recording of stage performances, enter-

tainment events and exhibitions even apply to private

use. As user you are also requested to observe that the

transfer of memory cards which contain images or data

subject to copyright laws is only permitted within the

framework of the respective restrictions of said laws.

Trademark information

MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.

Windows is an abbreviated term which refers to the

Microsoft Windows Operation System. Other company

or product names are trademarks or registered trade-

marks of the respective corporate enterprise.

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

If the glass of the LCD display is cracked or broken

always handle any discharging liquid crystals with great

caution. If one of the situations listed below should

occur, please proceed as specified:

- If liquid crystals should contact your skin always wipe

the affected area with a cloth and then wash the skin

thoroughly with soap and running water.

- If liquid crystals should contact your eyes rinse the

affected eye with clean water for 15 minutes and

then consult a doctor.

- If you should swallow liquid crystals rinse out your

mouth with water. Drink large quantities of water to

initiate vomiting. Then contact a doctor.

Notes on possible electrical interference

Please observe that the switched on digital camera

may cause interference in other electronic equipment in

e.g. hospitals or aircraft. Please observe the applied

rules and warnings given in the respective areas in each

case.

Important note for Windows XP

At the time of this product’s release, Microsoft strongly en-

couraged companies to submit their hardware solutions for

certification. If a hardware device driver is not submitted

for Microsoft certification, a warning message appears.You

may see this warning message, when installing the driver or

update. If you do, you may choose to click the continue

anyway-button. Minox has tested this driver or update on

Windows XP and it does not impair or destabilize your

computer.

Installation of the PC-Software

Before you install the software please check the compu-

ter requirements listed below in order to ensure that

your computer is compatible with the software provided.

Computer requirements

System requirements Windows 98/SE/ME/2000/XP

MacOS 9.x

CPU Pentium Processor

from 350 Mhz or higher

RAM 64 MB RAM or higher

Available hard disk space 90 MB (for 98/SE/ME)

128 MB (for 2000/XP)

USB interface USB Port

CD installation CD-ROM drive

Monitor 16-Bit color VGA Display

Important

As a result of possible incompatibility of USB hubs or

USB interface modules, PC errors may occur during the

connection or data transmission. We are therefore not

able to guarantee perfect compatibility and we exclude

liability for damage and loss of data.

Contents of the DCC CD-ROM

• DCC Camera Driver for Windows 98/SE/ME/XP

and MacOS 9.x

• Web-Cam driver for Windows 98/SE/ME/XP

• ArcSoft PhotoImpression 3.0 Software for

image editing

(Not included in Airline-Version)

• User manual as PDF

• Acrobat Reader

Note

Windows 2000, Me and XP, and MAC OS employ MASS

STORAGE method to upload images from camera to com-

puter. Therefore, no Camera Driver is necessary for image

transfer. MAC OS only support still image transfers.

There is no WEB-CAM feature on MAC OS.

Installing ArcSoft PhotoImpression

Please proceed according to the instructions specified

below to install the ArcSoft PhotoImpression software.

1. Insert the enclosed DCC CD-ROM in the CD-ROM

drive of your computer

2. Select the language you wish to use.

3. Click on “Continue” on the start page to continue

the Setup.

4. Click on “Yes“ on the page with the terms and

conditions, after reading them, to accept these

conditions and to continue with the Setup.

5. Select the storage location on your PC where you

wish to install the software and click on “Next“.

6. The Setup bar appears. Please wait until this

bar disappears to continue.

7. Click on “Finish“ to conclude the setup.

Note

The ArcSoft PhotoImpression Software is not included in the

Airline-Version CD. You may use other image editing soft-

ware as well. Please contact our customer service and ask

for the ArcSoft PhotoImpression CD-Rom, if requested.

Connecting the DCC to your PC

For connection to the PC the DCC must always be in

camera mode (LCD display: 00), except in WebCam

mode or during video conferences. To download images

onto the PC connect the DCC to your computer using

the provided USB cable. Please make sure when you are

connecting the camera to the computer the first time

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