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.05" X 6" SPINE4" X 6" FRONT COVER4" X 6" BACK COVERUser’s Manual HP Photosmart M415 Digital Camera with HP Instant Shar

10HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualTo further enhance your experience, you can purchase an HP Photosmart M-series dock. The camera dock allows you to

100HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualTransferring Images to a Computer without HP Image Zone SoftwareIf you do not, or cannot, install HP Image Zone on

101Troubleshooting and SupportTransferring Images to a Windows Computer Using a Memory Card Reader1. Remove the memory card from your camera and inser

102HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual9. The images you copied in step 5 are pasted into this new folder on your computer's hard drive. To verify th

103Troubleshooting and Support• If the iPhoto application is launched, click on the Import button to transfer the images to your computer. The images

104HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manuale. Use the button to highlight EXIT, and then press the button.2. When you have set your camera to Disk Drive

105Troubleshooting and SupportProblems and Solutions Problem Possible Cause SolutionThe camera does not turn on.The batteries either are functioning i

106HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualThe camera does not turn on (continued).The optional memory card is not a supported card or is corrupted.Ensure tha

107Troubleshooting and SupportI have to replace or recharge the batteries frequently (continued).The NiMH batteries you are using were recharged incor

108HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualThe camera batteries will not charge (continued).Battery voltage is too low for charging to start.The camera will n

109Troubleshooting and SupportThe camera does not respond when I press a button. The camera is turned off or has shut down.Turn on the camera, or turn

11Getting Started2. Install the Batteries1. Open the Battery/Memory card door on the side of the camera by sliding the door toward the bottom of the c

110HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualA long delay occurs between pressing the Shutter button and the camera taking a picture.The camera needs time to lo

111Troubleshooting and SupportThe camera does not take a picture when I press the Shutter button (continued).The flash is recharging.Wait until the fl

112HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualMy image is blurry (continued).The subject was close-up and the camera should have been set to the Macro shooting

113Troubleshooting and SupportMy image is too bright (continued).A natural or artificial source other than the flash provided too much light.• Try tak

114HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualMy image is too dark.There was not enough light.• Wait for natural lighting conditions to improve.• Add indirect li

115Troubleshooting and SupportMy image is too dark(continued).The scene had many light-colored objects, such as a white object against a light backgr

116HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualMy image is grainy (continued).There was not enough light.• Wait for natural lighting conditions to improve.• Add i

117Troubleshooting and SupportThe camera responds very sluggishly when trying to review images.A slow optional memory card that is installed or too ma

118HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualMy camera stalls when establishing a connection to the computer.The USB cable is not inserted far enough into the c

119Troubleshooting and SupportI receive an error message when transferring images to my computer.A power surge or electrostatic discharge may have int

12HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual3. Turn on the CameraTurn the camera on by sliding the switch to the right and then releasing it.The lens extends

120HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualError Messages on the CameraMessage Possible Cause SolutionBATTERIES DEPLETED. Battery power is too low to continue

121Troubleshooting and SupportBATTERIES LOW. Alkaline or Lithium batteries are installed, and they are now low.Purchase new batteries and try again. F

122HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualUnable to Format Try AgainThe optional memory card that is installed is corrupted.Replace the memory card, or if yo

123Troubleshooting and SupportMemory too full to record audio. or Card too full to record audio.There is insufficient room to record more than 3 sec

124HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualInsufficient space on card to save updated image. or Insufficient space in memory to save updated image.There is i

125Troubleshooting and SupportCARD IS UNREADABLEThe camera is having trouble reading the optional memory card that is installed. The card may be corru

126HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualFOCUS TOO FAR The focus distance is beyond where the camera can focus in the Macro shooting mode.• Select a shoot

127Troubleshooting and SupportNOT ENOUGH LIGHT FOR FAST SHOTThe light is low and the image is likely to be noisy due to the small aperture setting use

128HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualCannot display image. <filename>The image was taken with another camera, or the image file was corrupted when

129Troubleshooting and SupportCannot print video clips.You have selected Print 1 copy or Print 2 copies in the HP Instant Share Menu and have scrolled

13Getting Started5. Set the RegionAfter choosing a language, you are prompted to choose the continent where you live. The Language and Region settings

130HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualUnable to communicate with printerThere is no connection between the camera and printer.• Check that the printer is

131Troubleshooting and SupportUnable to print. Error reading image file.The printer is unable to read the file that was trying to print. The file may

132HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualSelected print size is larger than selected paper size.Print size is too large for the paper size.Press the butto

133Troubleshooting and SupportPrinter is out of ink.The printer has run out of ink.Replace the ink cartridge.Printing canceled The print job has been

134HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualError Messages on the ComputerMessage Possible Cause SolutionCannot Connect To ProductThe computer needs to access

135Troubleshooting and SupportCannot Connect To Product (continued)The camera is set to the Digital Camera setting in the USB Configuration sub-menu o

136HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualGetting AssistanceThis section contains support information for your digital camera, including support website inf

137Troubleshooting and SupportSupport ProcessThe HP support process works most effectively if you perform the following steps in the order specified:1

138HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualPhone Support Phone support is available both during and after the warranty period. Call HP while you are in front

139Troubleshooting and SupportAfter the warranty period, you have different options depending on the region where you reside: • United States, Canada,

14HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the date and time are set correctly.5. Press the button when you have entered the p

140HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualPhone Support NumbersIf your country/region does not appear in the following lists, please refer to www.hp.com/supp

141Troubleshooting and SupportBrasilBrasil (Sao Paulo)CanadaChileColombia (Bogota)Costa RicaEcuador (Andinatel)Ecuador (Pacifitel)GuatemalaMexico (Me

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143Managing BatteriesA Managing BatteriesYour camera uses two AA batteries. For best results, use Energizer Lithium AA or rechargeable Nickel Metal Hy

144HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual• Never use batteries of different chemistries (for example, a Lithium and NiMH battery), brands, or ages. This can

145Managing Batteries• Minimize unnecessary power cycling. If you expect to average more than two pictures every five minutes, leave the camera on wit

146HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual• Do not disassemble or modify a battery. A battery contains safety and protection devices, which, if damaged, may

147Managing BatteriesPerformance per Battery TypeThe following table shows how Alkaline, Lithium, and rechargeable NiMH batteries perform in different

148HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualNumber of Shots per Battery TypeThe following table shows the approximate number of shots under heavy, light, and a

149Managing BatteriesPower IndicatorsThe following icons may be displayed on the status screen, in Live View, in Playback, and when the camera is con

15Getting Started7. Install and Format a Memory Card (Optional)Your camera contains internal memory that allows you to store images and video clips. H

150HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualRecharging NiMH BatteriesNiMH batteries can be recharged in the camera when the camera is connected to an optional

151Managing BatteriesIf you will not be using your camera immediately after charging the batteries, we recommend that you leave the camera in the dock

152HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual• NiMH batteries discharge when not in use, whether they are installed in a camera or not. If they have not been us

153Managing Batteries• Do not operate the camera, the dock, or the quick recharger if the NiMH batteries appear damaged in any way.• Do not disassemb

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155Purchasing Camera AccessoriesB Purchasing Camera AccessoriesYou can purchase additional accessories for your camera.For information on your HP M415

156HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualIncludes a dock with two rechargeable AA NiMH batteries, an audio/video cable, a USB cable, and an HP AC power adap

157Purchasing Camera Accessories•HP Photosmart M-series camera case—Q6214AStylish, tailored-to-fit protection for your HP Photosmart M-series camera.

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159Caring for Your CameraC Caring for Your CameraTaking some basic precautions when using your camera will enhance your digital camera experience.Basi

16HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual4. Press the button to highlight Yes, and then press the button to format the card.Formatting Card... appears in

160HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual• Never open your camera’s casing or attempt to repair the camera yourself. Touching the inside of a digital camera

161Caring for Your CameraCleaning the Camera LensDo the following to remove any lubricant that has seeped from the lens wink mechanism onto the camera

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163SpecificationsD SpecificationsFeature DescriptionResolution Still pictures:• 5.36 MP (2690 by 1994) total pixel count• 5.19 MP (2620 by 1984) effec

164HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualShutter speed 1/2000 to 2 secondsTripod mount YesBuilt-in flash Yes, 8-second typical recharge timeFlash working

165SpecificationsImage Quality settings•5MP Best•5MP (default)•3MP •1MP•VGA Adaptive lightingYes, using HP adaptive lighting technologyColor settings

166HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualStorage • 16MB internal NAND flash memory• 32MB SDRAM• Slot for memory card• This camera supports both standard and

167SpecificationsInterfaces• USB mini B connector to a computer or PictBridge-certified printer• DPS (Direct Printing Standard)• DC input 3.3 Vdc @ 25

168HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualPower Typical power usage: 2.1 Watts with Image Display on. 4.5 Watts maximum power usage.Power sources include:• E

169SpecificationsMemory CapacityThe following table lists the approximate number and average size of still images that can be stored in the 16MB of i

17Getting Started8. Install the SoftwareThe HP Image Zone software allows you to transfer images from the camera, and then view, edit, print, or e-mai

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171IndexAAC power adapterconnector on camera 25purchasing 156accessories for camera 155Action mode, setting 43Adaptive Lighting, setting 50AF vi

172HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manualgeneral 159general cleaning 160camera dockconnector on camera 25description 10purchasing 155camera partsback a

173IndexEerror messageson camera 120on computer 134EV Compensation, setting 54extending battery life 144FFast Shot mode, setting 42flashdescript

174HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualIImage Displaydescription 22Live View at Power On setting 88Live View button 23status screen 28using 34Image Q

175IndexMMacintosh computer, install software 18Macro mode, setting 42Magnifycontrol on Zoom lever 21using 64magnifying images 64memory carddoor

176HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualPparts of cameraback and right side of camera 20front, left side, and bottom of camera 24top of camera 19Playbac

177IndexSsafety precautions for NiMH batteries 145selecting images for HP Instant Share destinations 76Self-Timerlight 24settings 44Timer button

178HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualVVideo button, description 19video clips, recording 33Video viewfinder light 23viewfinderdescription 22lights

18HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual3. When the HP Image Zone software has finished installing, re-enable the virus protection software you disabled in

19Getting StartedNOTE: For an interactive learning experience (in English) that will guide you through the most-used features of your camera and prov

20HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualBack and Right Side of the Camera #Name Description1Power light •Solid—Camera is on.• Blinking rapidly—Camera is sh

21Getting Started3 Zoom lever (page 38)• Zoom Out—While taking still pictures, zooms out the lens to the wide angle position.• Thumbnails—While in P

22HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual9 Image Display (page 34)Allows you to frame pictures and video clips using Live View and review them afterward in P

23Getting Started15 Viewfinder lights• Solid red—Video is recording.• AF solid green—When you press the Shutter button halfway down, this light tur

24HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualFront, Left Side, and Bottom of the Camera#Name Description1Microphone (page 32)Records audio clips that are attache

25Getting StartedCamera StatesYour camera has two main states that allow you to complete certain tasks. Each of these states has an associated menu th

26HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualCamera MenusYour camera has five menus that, when accessed, appear in the Image Display on the back of the camera.

27Getting StartedThe Playback Menu lets you remove red eye from images taken with a flash, rotate images, add audio, and delete images from the inte

28HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualThe Help Menu provides helpful information and tips on topics such as battery life, camera buttons, recording audi

29Getting StartedRestoring Previous SettingsThe flash, shooting mode, and timer settings, as well as some of the Capture Menu settings that you set, r

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

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31Taking Pictures and Recording Video Clips2 Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsTaking Still PicturesYou can take a picture almost any time the

32HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualYou can also use Playback to review the pictures you have taken. See Using Playback on page 59.Recording Audio with

33Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsRecording Video ClipsNOTE: Zoom is not available while recording video clips.1. Frame the subject for your

34HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualUsing Live ViewThe Image Display allows you to frame pictures and video clips using Live View. To activate Live View

35Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsFocusing the CameraThe focus brackets in the Live View screen show the focus region for the still picture y

36HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualTo focus the picture, release the Shutter button, re-frame the subject for your picture, and then press the Shutter

37Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsIf there is not enough contrast or light in the focus region, try using Focus Lock (see the next section, U

38HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualUsing ZoomThe more you zoom in on the subject of your picture, the more small movements of the camera are magnified.

39Taking Pictures and Recording Video Clips2. Press Zoom In again and continue to press it until you reach the desired size in the Image Display. A

40HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualSetting the FlashThe Flash button allows you to cycle through the flash settings on the camera. To change the flas

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

42HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualUsing the Shooting ModesShooting modes are pre-defined camera settings that are optimized for taking still pictures

43Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsIf the shooting mode setting is anything other than the default Auto Mode setting, the icon for the setting

44HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualUsing the Self-Timer Settings1. Secure the camera to a tripod or set it on a stable surface.2. Press the Timer bu

45Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsFor Video Clips:To start recording video, press the Video button and then release it. If Live View is on,

46HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualUsing the Capture MenuThe Capture Menu allows you to adjust various camera settings that affect the characteristics

47Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsHelp for the Menu OptionsHelp... is the last option in each of the sub-menus within the Capture Menu. The H

48HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualThe following table explains the Image Quality settings in more detail:Setting Description5MP Best Images will be fu

49Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsThe Image Quality setting not only affects the quality of the images but, as a result, also the number of i

5Contents1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 A

50HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualAdaptive LightingThis setting balances the relationship between bright and dark areas in a picture, preserving gentl

51Taking Pictures and Recording Video Clips1. In the Capture Menu (page 46), select Adaptive Lighting.2. In the Adaptive Lighting sub-menu, use the

52HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualColorThis setting allows you to control the color in which your images will be captured. For example, when you set C

53Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsAfter you have taken a picture using either the Date Only or Date & Time setting, the date or date and

54HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualEV CompensationIn difficult lighting conditions, you can use EV (Exposure Value) Compensation to override the automa

55Taking Pictures and Recording Video ClipsWhite BalanceDifferent kinds of lighting conditions cast different colors. For example, sunlight is more b

56HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualIf the setting is anything other than the default Auto setting, the icon for the setting (in the previous table) wil

57Taking Pictures and Recording Video Clips1. In the Capture Menu (page 46), select ISO Speed.2. In the ISO Speed sub-menu, use the buttons to high

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59Reviewing Images and Video Clips3 Reviewing Images and Video ClipsYou can use Playback to review the images and video clips stored in your camera. W

6HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualObtaining Optimum Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Using Focus Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

60HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualYou only see the first frame of each video clip, which is indicated by the video icon. Video clips play automatic

61Reviewing Images and Video Clips#IconDescription1 Displays when battery reaches low power state (see Power Indicators on page 149).2 Displays only

62HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualTotal Images Summary ScreenWhen you press the button while viewing the last image, the Total Images Summary screen

63Reviewing Images and Video ClipsViewing ThumbnailsThumbnail view allows you to view the still images you have taken and the first frames of the vide

64HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualMagnifying ImagesThis feature is for viewing purposes only; it does not permanently alter the image. 1. While in Pla

65Reviewing Images and Video ClipsUsing the Playback MenuThe Playback Menu allows you to view and delete still images or video clips, undelete images,

66HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualThe following table summarizes the Playback Menu options.#Icon Description1Delete—Presents a sub-menu where you can

67Reviewing Images and Video ClipsDeleteIn the Playback Menu (page 65), when you select Delete, the Delete sub-menu displays. Use the buttons to high

68HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualNOTE: With the Undelete Last option, you can recover only the most recent delete operation. When you proceed to ano

69Reviewing Images and Video ClipsRotateIn the Playback Menu (page 65), when you select Rotate, the camera displays a sub-menu that allows you to rot

7Contents5 Transferring and Printing Images . . . . . . . . . . 79Transferring Images to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . 79Printing Images Directly

70HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual•Record New Clip—Begins to record audio, replacing the previous audio clip.• Delete Clip—Deletes the current audio c

71Using HP Instant Share4 Using HP Instant ShareThis camera has an exciting feature called HP Instant Share. With it, you can easily select still imag

72HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualUsing the HP Instant Share MenuThe default HP Instant Share Menu lets you select images for printing automatically t

73Using HP Instant ShareThe following table describes each of the default HP Instant Share Menu options.TIP: If you select images to print using HP I

74HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualSetting Up Online Destinations in the CameraYou can set up a maximum of 32 HP Instant Share destinations (such as in

75Using HP Instant ShareAnother way to connect the camera to the computer is with the optional HP Photosmart M-series dock—simply put the camera in th

76HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualSending Images to DestinationsYou can send one or more still images to any number of HP Instant Share destinations.

77Using HP Instant Share8. Connect the camera to your computer as explained in Transferring Images to a Computer on page 79. The images will be sent a

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79Transferring and Printing Images5 Transferring and Printing ImagesTransferring Images to a ComputerTIP: You can also perform this task using either

8HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualGetting Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136HP Accessibility Website . . . . . . . . . . . . .

80HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual2. Your camera came with a special USB cable for connecting the camera to a computer. Connect the larger end of that

81Transferring and Printing ImagesPrinting Images Directly from the CameraYou can connect the camera directly to any PictBridge-certified printer to p

82HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual4. When the camera is connected to the printer, a Print Setup menu displays on the camera. If you already selected i

83Transferring and Printing ImagesNOTE: If you connect the camera to a non-HP printer and encounter problems with printing, contact your printer manu

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85Using 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,

86HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualDisplay BrightnessThis setting allows you to adjust the brightness of the Image Display for the viewing conditions.

87Using 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

88HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualLive View at Power OnThis setting allows you to have the camera automatically display Live View every time you turn

89Using the Setup MenuDate & TimeThis setting allows you to set the date/time format, as well as the current date and time for the camera. This i

9Getting Started1 Getting StartedCongratulations on your purchase of the HP Photosmart M415 digital camera, and welcome to the world of digital photog

90HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualUSB ConfigurationThis setting determines how the camera is recognized when connected to a computer.1. In the Setup M

91Using the Setup MenuTV ConfigurationThis setting allows you to set the format of the video signal for displaying camera images on a television (TV)

92HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualLanguageThis setting allows you to set the language used in the camera interface, such as the text in menus.1. In th

93Using the Setup MenuMove Images to CardThis option allows you to move images from the internal memory to an optional memory card that you have insta

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95Troubleshooting and Support7 Troubleshooting and SupportThis chapter contains information on the following topics:• Resetting the camera (page 96)•

96HP Photosmart M415 User’s ManualResetting the CameraIf your camera does not respond when you press any buttons, try resetting the camera as follows:

97Troubleshooting and SupportIf your computer uses the Windows operating system, the HP Image Zone software installation process (see Install the Soft

98HP Photosmart M415 User’s Manual• If your computer has less than 64MB of RAM, you cannot install the HP Image Zone software. You can still use your

99Troubleshooting and SupportUsing Your Camera without Installing the HP Image Zone SoftwareYou can still use your camera to take pictures and video c