Hp PhotoSmart M22 User Manual

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10HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual•HP Instant Share—Easily select still images in your camera to be automatically sent to a variety of destinations

100HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualMove Images to CardThis option allows you to move images from the internal memory to an optional memory card tha

101Using the Setup MenuReset SettingsThis option allows you to reset the camera to the factory default settings.1. If you have an optional memory card

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103Troubleshooting and Support7 Troubleshooting and SupportThis chapter contains information on the following topics:• Resetting the camera (page 104)

104HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualResetting the CameraIf your camera does not respond when you press any buttons, try resetting the camera as foll

105Troubleshooting and SupportHP Image Zone SoftwareThe full version of the HP Image Zone software lets you use HP Instant Share to e-mail images to a

106HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualHP Image Zone Express (Windows Only)HP Image Zone Express allows you to transfer images from your camera to you

107Troubleshooting and SupportUsing Your Camera without Installing the HP Image Zone SoftwareIf you do not, or cannot, install the HP Image Zone softw

108HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual• Images you have marked for printing using the HP Instant Share Menu on the camera will not automatically print

109Troubleshooting and SupportUsing a Memory Card ReaderIf you are using a memory card in your camera, you can simply remove it from the camera and pu

11Getting StartedSetupTo locate a part on your camera (such as a button or a light) while following the instructions in this section, see Camera Parts

110HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual6. Click on the Local Disk under My Computer. You are now working in your computer’s hard disk drive.7. Create a

111Troubleshooting and SupportTransferring Images to a Macintosh Computer Using a Memory Card Reader1. Remove the memory card from your camera and ins

112HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualConfiguring the Camera as a Disk DriveYou can set up your camera to function as a disk drive when it is connecte

113Troubleshooting and SupportProblems and Solutions Problem Possible Cause SolutionThe camera does not turn on.You did not slide the lens cover far e

114HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualThe camera does not turn on (continued).The optional memory card is not a supported card or is corrupted.Ensure

115Troubleshooting and SupportI have to replace or recharge the batteries frequently.Extended Image Display use for video recording, excessive flash u

116HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualThe camera batteries will not charge (continued).The wrong AC power adapter is being used.Use only the HP AC pow

117Troubleshooting and SupportThe camera does not respond when I press a button (continued).The camera is connected to a computer.Most of the camera b

118HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualA long delay occurs between pressing the Shutter button and the camera taking a picture (continued).The scene is

119Troubleshooting and SupportThe camera does not take a picture when I press the Shutter button (continued).The camera is set to the Macro shooting

12HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual2. Install the Batteries1. Open the Battery/Memory card door on the side of the camera by sliding the door toward

120HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualMy image is blurry (continued).The camera should have been set to the Macro shooting mode. Set the camera to t

121Troubleshooting and SupportMy image is too bright (continued).A natural or artificial source other than the flash provided too much light.• Try tak

122HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualMy image is too dark (continued).There was not enough light.• Use Image Advice (see page 72).• Wait for natural

123Troubleshooting and SupportMy image is grainy (continued).The Image Quality setting was too low.Use the 4MP Best Image Quality setting, which has t

124HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualSome menu options are grayed out in the Playback Menu.The option is not available for the image. This is normal

125Troubleshooting and SupportThe camera gets warm (or even hot) to the touch.You are using the optional HP AC power adapter to power the camera or to

126HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualMy panorama sequences are not stitched together after downloading them from my camera.You did not use the HP Ima

127Troubleshooting and SupportError Messages on the CameraMessage Possible Cause SolutionBATTERIES DEPLETED. Camera is shutting down.Battery power is

128HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualBatteries are non-rechargeable or are fully chargedEither the batteries are not rechargeable NiMH batteries or

129Troubleshooting and SupportCARD IS UNFORMATTED. Press OK to format card.The optional memory card that is installed needs to be formatted.Format the

13Getting Started3. Turn on the CameraTo turn the camera on, slide the lens cover open until it clicks, uncovering the lens. The Power/Memory light on

130HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualCARD LOCKED The optional memory card that is installed is locked.With the camera turned off, remove the memory c

131Troubleshooting and SupportMemory/card too full to record audio.There is insufficient room to record audio in internal memory or on the optional me

132HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualInsufficient space in memory to save updated image. or Insufficient space on card to save updated image.There is

133Troubleshooting and SupportUnknown image error. Unable to complete request.The camera could not complete the image modification you requested.• Try

134HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualFOCUS TOO CLOSE and focus brackets redThe focus distance is closer than the camera can focus in the Macro shoot

135Troubleshooting and SupportERROR SAVING IMAGE. or ERROR SAVING VIDEO.The optional memory card that is installed was removed before the camera finis

136HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualNo devices are connected to the camera dock.The camera may not be properly seated in the dock or the cables may

137Troubleshooting and SupportUnable to communicate with printer.There is no connection between the camera and printer.• Check that the printer is tur

138HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualCannot print video clips.You tried to select video clip for printing. Video clips cannot be printed from the cam

139Troubleshooting and SupportPrinter is out of ink.The printer cartridge is empty.Replace the ink cartridge.Printer ink cover is open.The printer ink

14HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual4. Choose the LanguageThe first time you turn the camera on, you are prompted to choose a language.1. Scroll to t

140HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualError Messages on the ComputerMessage Possible Cause SolutionCannot Connect To ProductThe computer needs to acce

141Troubleshooting and SupportCannot Connect To Product (continued)The camera is connected to the computer through a USB hub, and your USB hub is not

142HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualGetting AssistanceThis section contains support information for your digital camera, including support website i

143Troubleshooting and SupportCustomer Support is available in the following languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish,

144HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual• The version of the HP software (on the CD label)• Messages displayed at the time the situation occurredThe app

145Troubleshooting and SupportPhone Support in Europe, the Middle East, and AfricaHP Customer Support phone numbers and policies may change. Visit th

146HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualLuxembourg 900 40 006 (French) 900 40 007 (German)Middle East +971 4 366 2020 (international number)Morocco +21

147Troubleshooting and SupportOther Phone Support WorldwideHP Customer Care phone numbers and policies may change. Visit the following website to chec

148HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualIndia 1 600 447737Indonesia +62 (21) 350 3408Jamaica 1-800-711-2884Japan 0570 000 511 (inside Japan) +81 3 3335

149Managing BatteriesA Managing BatteriesYour camera uses two AA batteries. For best results, use Energizer Lithium AA or rechargeable Nickel Metal Hy

15Getting Started6. Set the Date and TimeThe camera has a clock that records the date and time at which you take each picture. This information is rec

150HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual• The performance of all batteries will decrease as the temperature drops. For best performance in cold environm

151Managing BatteriesNiMH battery in contact with coins is especially dangerous to you! To avoid injury, do not drop this battery into a change-filled

152HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualPerformance per Battery TypeThe following table shows how Alkaline, Lithium, and rechargeable NiMH batteries per

153Managing BatteriesNumber of Shots per Battery TypeThe following table shows the minimum, maximum, and average number of shots that may be obtained

154HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualPower IndicatorsThe following icons may be displayed on the status screen, in Live View, in Playback, and when t

155Managing BatteriesRecharging NiMH BatteriesNiMH batteries can be recharged in the camera when the camera is connected to an optional HP AC power ad

156HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualWhen the HP AC adapter is used to charge the batteries and the camera is off, the Power/Memory light on the back

157Managing Batteries• The performance of all rechargeable batteries, including NiMH, will degrade over time, especially if they are stored and used a

158HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualSleep Time-out for Power ConservationTo conserve battery power, the Image Display turns off automatically if the

159Purchasing Camera AccessoriesB Purchasing Camera AccessoriesYou can purchase additional accessories for your camera.For information on your HP M22/

16HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual7. Install and Format a Memory Card (Optional)Your camera contains internal memory that allows you to store image

160HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualBelow are some accessories for this digital camera. These camera accessories may not be available in all regions

161Purchasing Camera Accessories•HP Photosmart SD memory cards (For important information about supported types of memory cards, see Storage on page 1

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163Caring for Your CameraC Caring for Your CameraYour HP camera has a weather-resistant all-metal body that allows you to take pictures in wet conditi

164HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual• When you take pictures in wet weather, always make sure the Battery/Memory card door, the dock connector door,

165Caring for Your Camera• Never open your camera’s casing or attempt to repair the camera yourself. Touching the inside of a digital camera can resul

166HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualCleaning the Camera Body and Image DisplayDo the following to remove any fingerprints, dust, moisture, and so fo

167SpecificationsD SpecificationsFeature DescriptionResolution Still pictures:• 4 MP Best (2320 by 1744) total pixel count• 4 MP (2320 by 1744) effect

168HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualFlash working range Maximum with ISO Speed set to Auto: 5 meters (16.5 feet)External flash NoFlash settings F

169SpecificationsEV Compensation settingsCan be set manually from -3.0 to +3.0 EV (Exposure Value) in 1/3 EV increments.White Balance settingsAuto (de

17Getting Started5. Press the button to highlight Delete, and then press the button to display the Delete sub-menu.6. Use the button to highlight

170HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualPower Typical power usage: 1.35 Watts with Image Display on. 2.9 Watts maximum power usage.Power sources include

171SpecificationsInterfaces• USB mini B connector to a computer or PictBridge-certified printer• DPS (Direct Printing Standard)• DC input 3.3 Vdc @ 25

172HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualMemory CapacityThe following table lists the approximate number and average size of still images that can be sto

173IndexAAA batteries, types to use 149AC power adapterconnector on camera 25purchasing 160accessories for camera 159Action mode, setting 42Adap

174HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manualcamera dockconnector on camera 25description 10insert 10purchasing 160camera partsback of camera 20front, l

175IndexFflashdescription 24restore setting 41settings 40using 40working range 168Flash button, description 20focusbrackets, using 36lock 38ra

176HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualImage Quality, setting 50imagesAdaptive Lighting 52brightening 56Color setting 54darkening 56Date & Tim

177Indexmemory carddoor on camera 21format 16, 69install 16pictures remaining 29, 32, 64supported types and sizes 169memory, internalformat

178HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manualperformance per battery type 152Playback 61Playback Menu 67Portrait mode, setting 43powerindicators 154ligh

179Indexshare pictures 77shooting modebutton 21restore setting 44settings 42Shutter buttondescription 23lock exposure and focus 36shutter speed

18HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual8. Install the SoftwareThe HP Image Zone software allows you to transfer images and configure the HP Instant Shar

180HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualZzoomdigital 39specifications 167

19Getting StartedMacintosh1. Close all programs and temporarily disable any virus protection software running on your computer.2. Insert the HP Image

20HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualCamera PartsRefer to the pages in parentheses after the part names in the following tables for more information a

21Getting Started3MODE button (page 42)Allows you to select between different shooting modes for taking still pictures.4 Self-Timer button (pages 46)A

22HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual8 Controller with and buttons• buttons—Allows you to scroll vertically through menus.• buttons—Allows you t

23Getting StartedTop of the Camera#Name Description1 Shutter button (pages 33, 34)• Focuses and takes a picture.• Records audio clips.2Wrist strap mou

24HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualFront, Left Side, and Bottom of the Camera#Name Description1 Lens cover/Power switch (page 13)Turns the camera on

25Getting Started5 Power adapter connector Allows you to connect an optional HP AC power adapter to the camera to either operate the camera without ba

26HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualCamera StatesYour camera has two main states that allow you to complete certain tasks. •Live View—Allows you to t

27Getting StartedTIP: In the Capture and Setup Menus, you can modify settings by highlighting the menu option and using the buttons to change the s

28HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualThe Setup Menu lets you modify configuration settings such as display brightness, date and time, language, and

29Getting StartedCamera Status ScreenA status screen appears for a few seconds in the Image Display any time you press the Flash , MODE, or Self-Time

Legal and notice information© Copyright 2005 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.The information contained herein is subject to change without no

30HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualRestoring Previous SettingsThe flash, shooting mode, and self-timer settings, as well as some of the Capture Menu

31Taking Pictures and Recording Video Clips2 Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsUsing Live ViewThe Image Display allows you to frame pictures an

32HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualThe following table describes the information that is displayed in Live View when the camera settings are at thei

33Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsTaking Still PicturesYou can take a picture almost any time the camera is on, regardless of what is being s

34HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualRecording Audio with Still PicturesThere are two ways to attach an audio clip to a still picture:• Record the aud

35Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsRecording Video Clips1. Press the Live View/Playback button until the Live View icon appears in the upp

36HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualFocusing the CameraThe focus brackets in the Live View screen show the focus region for the still picture you are

37Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsWhen you press the Shutter button, the camera also measures the light level to set the proper exposure. If

38HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualUsing Focus LockFocus Lock allows you to focus on a subject that is not in the center of the picture, or to captu

39Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsUsing Digital ZoomYou can use digital zoom whenever you want to capture only a portion of the scene in the

40HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualSetting the FlashThe Flash button allows you to cycle through the flash settings on the camera. To change the f

41Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsIf the flash setting is anything other than the default Auto Flash setting, the icon for the setting will a

42HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualUsing the Shooting ModesShooting modes use a pre-defined set of camera settings that are optimized for taking sti

43Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsPortrait Use Portrait mode for pictures that have one or more people as their primary subject. The camera c

44HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualIf the shooting mode setting is anything other than the default Auto Mode setting, the icon for the setting will

45Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsTaking a Panoramic Sequence of Pictures1. Press the MODE button until the Panorama mode appears in the Im

46HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual5. Continue adding more pictures to the panorama, or press the button to end the panoramic sequence. The panora

47Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsTIP: If you immediately press the Shutter button all the way down, the camera will lock the focus and expo

48HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualUsing the Capture MenuThe Capture Menu allows you to adjust various camera settings that affect the characteristi

49Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsHelp for the Menu OptionsHelp is the last option in each of the sub-menus within the Capture Menu. The Help

5Contents1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 A

50HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualImage QualityThis setting allows you to set the resolution and JPEG compression of the still images you capture w

51Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsThe Image Quality setting affects both the quality of the images and the number of images that can be store

52HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualAdaptive LightingThis setting balances the relationship between bright and dark areas in a picture, preserving ge

53Taking Pictures and Recording Video Clips1. In the Capture Menu (page 48), select Adaptive Lighting.2. In the Adaptive Lighting sub-menu, use the

54HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualColorThis setting allows you to control the color in which your images will be captured. For example, when you se

55Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsAfter you have taken a picture using either the Date Only or Date & Time setting, the date or date and

56HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualEV CompensationIn difficult lighting conditions, you can use EV (Exposure Value) Compensation to override the aut

57Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsWhite BalanceDifferent kinds of lighting conditions cast different colors. For example, sunlight is more bl

58HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualIf the setting is anything other than the default Auto setting, the icon for the setting will appear in the Live

59Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsISO SpeedThis setting adjusts the sensitivity of the camera to light. When ISO Speed is set to the default

6HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualFocusing the Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Obtaining Optimum Focus and Exposure . . . . 36Us

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61Reviewing Images and Video Clips3 Reviewing Images and Video ClipsYou can use Playback to review the images and video clips stored in your camera. W

62HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual3. To change to Live View after reviewing your images and video clips, press the Live View/Playback button agai

63Reviewing Images and Video Clips#Icon Description1 Playback icon, indicating the camera is in Playback. This icon displays for the first few seconds

64HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualTotal Images Summary ScreenWhen you press the button while viewing the last image, the Total Images Summary scr

65Reviewing Images and Video ClipsViewing ThumbnailsNOTE: In Thumbnail view, each image in a panorama displays individually. To preview an entire pan

66HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualMagnifying ImagesThis feature is for viewing purposes only; it does not permanently alter the image.1. While in P

67Reviewing Images and Video ClipsUsing the Playback MenuThe Playback Menu allows you to delete still images or video clips, undelete images, format t

68HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualThe following table summarizes the Playback Menu options.#Icon Description1 Delete—Presents a sub-menu where you

69Reviewing Images and Video ClipsDeleteIn the Playback Menu (page 67), when you select Delete, the Delete sub-menu displays. Use the buttons to high

7Contents4 Using HP Instant Share. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Using the HP Instant Share Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Setting Up Online Des

70HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual• Undelete Last—Recovers the most recently deleted image. (This option is only displayed after a Delete operation

71Reviewing Images and Video ClipsRemove Red EyesIn the Playback Menu (page 67), when you select Remove Red Eyes, the camera immediately begins proces

72HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualImage AdviceIn the Playback Menu (page 67), when you select Image Advice, the camera analyzes the image for focus

73Reviewing Images and Video ClipsPreview PanoramaIn the Playback Menu (page 67), when you select Preview Panorama, the camera displays a stitched vie

74HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualRotateIn the Playback Menu (page 67), when you select Rotate, the camera displays a sub-menu that allows you to r

75Reviewing Images and Video ClipsRecord AudioYou can attach an audio clip to a still picture either while you are taking a picture (see Recording Aud

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77Using HP Instant Share4 Using HP Instant ShareThis camera has an exciting feature called HP Instant Share. With it, you can easily select still imag

78HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualUsing the HP Instant Share MenuThe default HP Instant Share Menu lets you select some or all of the images for pr

79Using HP Instant ShareThe following table describes each of the default HP Instant Share Menu options as shown in the sample HP Instant Share screen

8HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualGetting Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142HP Accessibility Website . . . . . . . . . . .

80HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualSetting Up Online Destinations in the CameraYou can set up a maximum of 34 HP Instant Share destinations (such as

81Using HP Instant ShareYou can also connect the camera to the computer with the optional HP Photosmart M-series dock—simply put the camera in the doc

82HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualSending Individual Images to DestinationsYou can send one or more still images to any number of HP Instant Share

83Using HP Instant Share5. Select any other destinations that you want for this image by using the buttons to highlight each destination in the HP I

84HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualSending All Images to Destinations1. Turn on the camera, press the button, and use the buttons to scroll to th

85Using HP Instant Share4. Repeat Step 3 to select any additional destinations.5. When you are finished selecting destinations, exit the HP Instant S

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87Transferring and Printing Images5 Transferring and Printing ImagesTransferring Images to a ComputerTIP: You can also perform this task using eithe

88HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual2. Your camera came with a special USB cable for connecting the camera to a computer. Connect the larger end of t

89Transferring and Printing ImagesPrinting Images Directly from the CameraYou can connect the camera directly to any PictBridge-certified printer to p

9Getting Started1 Getting StartedCongratulations on your purchase of the HP Photosmart M22/M23 digital camera and welcome to the world of digital phot

90HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s Manual4. When the camera is connected to the printer, a Print Setup menu displays on the camera. If you already selecte

91Transferring and Printing ImagesTo avoid these limitations, use the HP Image Zone software (see HP Image Zone Software on page 105).NOTE: If you co

92HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualPrinting PanoramasWhen a set of images marked as a panoramic sequence is transferred to your computer with HP Ima

93Using the Setup Menu6 Using the Setup MenuThe Setup Menu allows you to adjust a number of camera settings, such as the camera sounds, date and time,

94HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualDisplay BrightnessThis setting allows you to adjust the brightness of the Image Display for the viewing condition

95Using the Setup MenuCamera SoundsCamera sounds are the sounds that the camera makes when you turn it on, press a button, or take a picture. Camera s

96HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualDate & TimeThis setting allows you to set the date/time format, as well as the current date and time for the

97Using the Setup MenuUSB ConfigurationThis setting determines how the camera is recognized when connected to a computer.1. In the Setup Menu (page 93

98HP Photosmart M22/M23 User’s ManualTV ConfigurationThis setting allows you to set the format of the video signal for displaying camera images on a t

99Using the Setup MenuLanguageThis setting allows you to set the language used in the camera interface, such as the text in menus.1. In the Setup Menu