HP CW450Digital CameraUser Manual
6Getting StartedAttach the Camera StrapTo reduce the risk of dropping the camera, it is strongly recommended to attach and use the provided camera str
7Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory CardIt is highly recommended that the camera storage is expanded by inserting a SD or SDHC memory card. These memory card
8Camera ViewsFront View1423Flash1. Self-timer LED / AF Assist Lamp2. Lens3. Microphone4. Back View578691011LCD display screen5. Zoom buttons6. LED ind
9Bottom View1716Tripod screw hole16. Battery/Memory compartment door17. Left/Right View1819USB/TV Out18. Strap ring19.
10Camera ButtonsButton DescriptionPower Press the Power button to turn the power on/off.StabilizerThe stabilizer sets the optimal ISO value according
11Button DescriptionMacro/Left In Photo Mode, press to cycle through Macro and other focus options. 1. ( Macro, Pan focus and Infinity) See pages
12Initial SettingsWhen you turn on your camera for the first time, you will be asked to do the initial settings of your camera. First is the setup of
13Understanding the LCD ScreenThe LCD monitor shows all important information regarding camera settings as well as the visual image of your image or v
14No. Item Description16 Shutter speedDisplays shutter speed settings. Please see page 20 for additional details.17 Aperture value Displays aperture s
15Video Mode Screen LayoutStandby layout Recording LayoutNo. Item Description1 Record Mode Indicates the current mode.2 Zoom indicator Displays zoom.3
16Playback Mode Screen LayoutThe Playback mode display varies depending on the type of image being viewed.Playback mode display of still images: No. I
17Playback mode of videos:No. Item Description1 Playback mode Indicates the camera is in playback mode.2 Protect Indicates file is protected. Please s
18Playback mode of audio clips:No. Item Description1 Playback mode Indicates the camera is in playback mode.2 Protect Indicates file is protected. Ple
19Changing the LCD Display The type of information displayed on the LCD monitor can be changed using the button. Press the button repeatedly to ch
20Recording Photos, Movies and VoicesTaking PhotosThis camera is designed to make the experience of taking photos simple and quick. It’s Auto mode fea
21Recording VideosThis camera is capable of recording videos. Since video recording requires significant memory capacity, it is highly recommended to
22Using the Stabilizer FeatureThe Stabilizer feature is for Photo taking only. This feature is designed to help reduce the blurring effects on photos
23Digital zoom 1X to 5XOptical zoom 1X to 4XDigital zoom is not available for video recording.•Slightcameramovementindigitalzoomwillmakeitmo
24 Slow sync. This would be used to capture a dimly lit background while keeping the foreground (subject) properly lighted. This flash mode forces the
25 Pan Focus.This mode is designed to accurately focus on a desired subject so that closer and further objects are out of focus. For example, the came
ITable of ContentsPreface 1About this Manual ... 1Safety and Handling Precauti
26The table below shows the Photo Size values for still images:Icon Pixel SizePrinting Size Suggestion4000 x 3000 A2 Size3648 x 2432 A2 Size3264 x 244
27Icon Item DescriptionAuto The camera automatically adjusts the white balance.Daylight Ideally used for bright sunny conditions.Cloudy Ideally used f
28Icon Item DescriptionMulti The camera measures the exposure readings from multiple points in the subject area and selects the settings that best mat
29Using the Record MenuIn Photo mode, access to the Record menu is done by simply by pressing the Menu button on back of the camera.When the menu is
30The table below shows the available scene mode settings:Icon Item DescriptionAutoThe simplest and usually safest way to shoot basic photos. Settings
31Icon Item DescriptionNight Portrait This scene mode uses the flash and will leave the shutter open longer to get more ambient light from the backgro
32Icon Item DescriptionAperture PriorityThis mode allows manual adjustment to aperture value. The camera automatically selects the shutter speed to ma
33Using Intelligent SceneThis feature is most useful for novice users to capture great images even without basic knowledge of photography. Simply fram
34Using Sports Mode Ideal to taking a series of sports motion images, such as a golf swing, or try to capture the images of a flying hummingbird/butte
35Frame the subject and press the 4. Shutter button to take the first shot.Press the 5. OK button to continue the second shot.Or, press 6. Menu
IIUsing the Record Menu ...29Setting the Scene Mode ...
36Using Smile Capture Mode When facing the camera, especially kids, smiles are always short and hard to seize by manual shutter. Smile capture mode de
37Ask someone else to take the desired picture by using the 2. semi-transparent screen image as a guide.Move your position until photographer confirm
38Using Aperture Priority ModeThis mode is designed for control the aperture value by user and let camera decide the shatter speed. The main impact th
39Using Voice RecordingFrom the Scene menu, select 1. . The Voice Recording screen layout is displayed on the LCD monitor.Press the 2. Shutter butto
40Setting the AEBAAEB stands for Automatic Exposure Bracketing. It takes 3 consecutive photos in the order of standard exposure, under exposure and ov
41Setting SharpnessThis function allows you to enhance or soften finer details of your photos.To set SharpnessFrom the Record menu, select 1. Sharpne
42Setting ContrastThis function allows you to adjust the contrast of your photos.To set ContrastFrom the Record menu, select 1. Contrast.Use the 2.
43Setting the Date StampThe date of recording can be printed directly on the still images. This function must be activated before the image is capture
44Recording VideosRecord videos with the camera, the available recording time depends on the capacity of the memory card. Videos can be recorded until
45Settings of Recording VideosPress Function button to enable video setting menu before recording a video. Video SizeThe Video Size function appears
1PrefaceAbout this ManualThis manual is designed to assist you in using your new digital camera. All information presented is as accurate as possible
46White Balance, Metering, Color ModeTo set above settings, please refer to “Using the Function Menu” on page 25.Pre-record Catch the first three seco
47Viewing ThumbnailsThis feature will display 9-thumbnail images or by calendar mode on the LCD monitor at the same time. Searching numerous of images
48Thumbnail icons:Thumbnails images may contain icons. These icons indicate the type of file or recording:Icon Item DescriptionVoice Memo Indicates th
49During playback, use the 5. Zoom buttons to control volume. Press the button to increase volume/Press the button to decrease volume.Press the
50Playing Voice MemoVoice memo is separately recorded and attached to a captured image. See "Voice Memo" on page 56 on how to record voice m
51Press the 7. OK button to delete.The next image is displayed on the LCD monitor. To delete another file, use the 8. or keys to scroll through
52To change slideshow settings:From the Slideshow menu, use the 1. or keys to move through the selections. Select Interval setting. Press the 2.
53To delete attached voice memo:Set the camera to Playback mode 1. .View images/videos/audio clips in Single navigation mode.2. Use the 3. or keys
54ProtectSet the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. A protected file has a lock icon when viewed on Playback mode.To p
55To unlock all les:Select 1. Unlock all in the Protect submenu. A confirmation message appears. Select 2. Yes. Press the 3. OK button to unlock
2Safety and Handling Precautions Camera InformationDo not take apart or attempt to service the camera yourself.•Do not expose the camera to moisture,
56Time left (n seconds) for recording.When recording a voice memo to an image with an existing voice memo, the old recording file would be replaced by
57The succeeding table shows the available settings.Icon Item DescriptionNormal No effect is added to the image.Sepia Image is saved with a sepia to
58TrimThe Trim function allows you to trim an image to another image size. This function is only available for still images.To trim an image:Set the c
59ResizeResizes a previously saved image and only resizing to a smaller size is available.To resize an image:Set the camera to Playback mode 1. .Use
60DPOFDPOF is the abbreviation for Digital Print Order Format, which allows you to embed printing information on your memory card. You can select the
61PictBridgeThe PictBridge function allows you to print images captured by your camera without connecting the camera to a PC. Print images with a Pict
62Using the Setup MenuYou can access the Setup menu whether you are in Record or Playback mode.The Setup menu allows to configure general camera setti
63Setting LCD SaveEnable the LCD Save function to automatically decrease the LCD brightness to conserve battery power. When the camera is idle for 20
64Setting File NumberingThis function allows you to select the method in which to assign file numbers to images.Available settings are: • Series. Ass
65Setting Memory KitThis utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and data.Available settings are: • Format.
3Photography Terms and DefinitionsTerms DefinitionsAuto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)A simple technique professional photographers use to ensure they prop
66Reset AllUse this function to reset the camera to its factory settings. However, the following settings are exceptions and not affected by Reset.Dat
67Making ConnectionsConnect your camera to: computer, or a printer.Connecting the Camera to a PCYou can transfer images, videos and audio files to you
68Connection established after 6. PC MODE appeared on the LCD monitor.Access the files in the camera by your PC.7. The camera’s internal memory and m
69Connecting the Camera to a Printer Print your photos directly using a PictBridge compatible printer.Turn on your Printer. Check that the printer is
70To set Print SelectUse the 1. or keys to scroll and select an image for printing. Specify the number of copies. Use the 2. or key to increase
71AppendixAbout Folder and File NamesYour camera automatically creates specific directory of folder in the internal memory cards to organize captured
72TroubleshootingProblem Cause and/or ActionCamera does not turn on. One or both of the batteries may be exhausted. Replace the batteries.Camera turns
73Getting HelpShould you have a technical support question or your HP Digital Camera require service within the warranty period, please contact the or
74Contact/phone Support:Country Language NumberEurope Region (EMEA)België Nederlandsk/ Deutsch + 32 2700 1724Deutschland Deutsch + 49 6950073896España
4Terms DefinitionsStorageID A device-specific four byte unsigned integer (UINT32) that represents a unique storage area that may contain data objects.
P/N: 7525C00142B
5Package ContentsPlease check the contents of your camera package. It should contain:CW450Digital camera AA battery x 2 pcs Wrist strapUSB cableCDROM
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