Hp R830/R840 User Manual

6.5” x 9” FRONT COVER HP Photosmart R830/R840 seriesDigital CameraUser Guide

Install and format an optional memory cardThis camera supports standard, high speed, and high capacity Secure Digital (SD andSDHC) memory cards, 32MB

experience, periodically check this website for updates to your camera's firmware,software, and drivers.To learn about Windows Vista support for

2 Taking pictures and recordingvideo clipsYou can take pictures when you are in Picture Capture and you can record videowhen you are in Video Recor

Recording video clipsYou can record a video clip when the camera is set to Video Record.1. Slide to .2. Frame the subject in the Image Display.3.

Optimizing focusWhen the camera cannot auto focus, the focus brackets turn red. This indicates thepicture may be out of focus because the subject is o

Optimizing exposureWhen you are taking a picture and press the Shutter button halfway down, the cameraalso measures the light level to set the proper

For MP values and their recommended print sizes, see Image Quality under “Using thePicture Capture and Video Record menus” on page 17.To use digital z

3 Setting options for takingpictures and recording videoclipsYour camera's default settings work well for most shooting situations. For somesitua

To select a shooting mode, press Mode while in Picture Capture, use to highlighta shooting mode, then press . To exit without changing the shootin

software” on page 8), you can also stitch panoramas automatically as you transfer themto your computer.1. While in Picture Capture, press Mode, use

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Unless otherwise noted, the setting remains in effect until you turn off the camera. Thenext time you turn on the camera, the settings reset to their

Date & Time Imprint ( only)—Imprints date in lower left corner of image. The settingremains in effect until it is changed, even when you turn off

NOTE: Some options are not available in certain shooting modes or with othersettings.Using the Self-Timer settingsThe Self-Timer allows you to take

Adaptive LightingThis setting balances the relationship between bright and dark areas in a picture,preserving gentle contrasts while reducing harsh co

4 Reviewing images and videoclipsYou can review and manipulate images and video clips in Playback as describedhere. For information about enhancing

9 3Number of copies to print (see “Marking images for printing” on page 35).Deleting imagesTo delete a displayed image during Playback:1.Press .2.Us

Using the Playback Menu1.While in Playback, press .2.Use to highlight an option.3.Use to select an image or video clip, press , and follow any on

Defining tags in WindowsThe HP Photosmart Software that came with your camera includes a feature that allowsyou to define custom tags on your computer

1.Scroll to one of the images in a panoramic sequence, then press .2.While in the Playback Menu, use to select Stitch Panorama, then press to vie

5 Using the Design Gallery MenuYou can use the Design Gallery features to enhance your captured images.1.While in Playback, use to scroll to an i

Contents1 Getting startedCamera top, side, and back ...

Apply Artistic Effects allows you to create a copy of a selected image and applycreative effects to the copy. To apply artistic effects:1.While in th

• R830 series: Repeat these steps, if necessary, to correct additionalblemishes.• R840 series: You can correct a single blemish at a time. To correct

• Circle—Adds a circular matte border with beveled edges.• Rectangle—Adds a rectangular matte border with sharp corners.• Rounded Rectangle—Uses a rec

6 Transferring and printing imagesRegularly transferring images to your computer and deleting them from the memory cardwill reduce the time it takes t

3. Connect the camera and computer using the USBcable that came with your camera.4. Turn on the camera. When the Image Displayindicates that the camer

NOTE: On Macintosh computers, if you set the camera to Disk Drive and neitherImage Capture nor iPhoto starts automatically, look on the desktop for a

one of the following:• If you want to print the pictures you markedfor printing (see “Marking images forprinting” on page 35), highlight Yes, press, t

7 Using HP Photosmart ExpressWith HP Photosmart Express, you can select pictures in your camera to printautomatically (see “Marking images for printin

press . This option is available only if youhave tagged at least one image (see “Tagging images” on page 24).•All Images...—Displays the Print All Im

Setting up online destinations in the cameraYou can specify up to 34 custom destinations (such as individual e-mail addresses orgroup distribution lis

4 Reviewing images and video clipsUsing Playback...

8 Using the Camera Setup MenuThe Camera Setup Menu allows you to set preferences for the camera’s behavior.The Camera Setup Menu is available from

9 TroubleshootingUse this section to find information on:• Resetting the camera (see “Resetting the camera” on page 39).• Possible problems and soluti

• Ensure that the memory card is the proper type (see “Storage” on page 53). If so,remove the memory card and turn on the camera; if the camera turns

• The memory card or internal memory may be full. Transfer images from the camerato your computer, then format the internal memory or the memory card

My image is grainy.• Add indirect lighting, use the flash (see “Setting the flash” on page 15), or wait fornatural lighting conditions to improve.•Use

The Power light is on but the Image Display is off, or the camera seems stuck andwon’t operate.•Slide to a different position or press any camera but

I cannot transfer images from the camera to my computer.• Either install the HP Photosmart Software (see “Install the software” on page 8), orsee “Tra

Camera error messagesShould you receive one of the following error messages when using your camera, youcan look up details about the message by visiti

10 Product supportUse this section to find support information for your digital camera, including links tohelpful websites and an overview of the supp

5. Extending or upgrading your warranty. If you would like to extend or upgrade yourcamera's warranty, please contact the store where you bought

B SpecificationsMemory capacity...

A Managing batteriesYour camera uses a rechargeable HP Photosmart R07 Lithium Ion battery (L1812A/L1812B).Top points about batteriesAlways insert the

• Do not disassemble or modify the battery.• Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging, or storing the battery, thebattery

The following table shows the average recharge time for a fully discharged battery, based onrecharge location.Charge locationAveragecharge timeSignals

• Unplug the power adapter or quick recharger from the electrical outlet before cleaning the poweradapter or quick recharger.• After extensive use, th

B SpecificationsResolution Pictures, R840 series• 8.15MP (3298 by 2472) effective pixel count• 8.29MP (3336 by 2484) total pixel countPictures, R830 s

Image Display 7.57 cm (2.98 in) color LTPS TFT LCD with backlight; 230,400 pixels(960 by 240) total pixel countStorage • 32MB internal flash memory, n

Image qualityTo locate the approximate number and average size of pictures that can be stored in internal memorywhen the camera is set to different

IndexAAction mode 16Adaptive Lighting 18, 21adding borders 29AE Metering 19apply artistic effects 27arrow buttons 4artistic effects 27assistance 46Aut

number ofpictures 54pictures remaining 10Oon/off 6onlinedestinations 36, 37print buying 36optical zoom 13PPanorama mode 16, 25parts of camera 4, 5Phot

Regulatory-1Regulatory / Geltende Richtlinien / Informations règlementairesGeräuschemission LpA < 70 dBAm Arbeitsplatz Normaler Betrieb nach DIN 45

1 Getting startedUse this section to get familiar with the camera controls, set up your digital camera foruse, and begin taking pictures.Camera top, s

Camera front and bottom2 43567811 Microphone.2 Flash. 3 Self-Timer/Focus Assist light—See “Using the Self-Timer settings” on page 20.4 Lens.5 Lens cov

Install the battery1. Open the Battery/Memory Card door by slidingthe door latch as indicated on the Battery/Memory Card door.2. Insert the battery in

Choose the languageUse to choose the language you want, thenpress .To change the language later, use the CameraSetup Menu (see “Using the Camera