Contents
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Getting started
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Camera top, back, and side....................................................................................5
Camera front, bottom, and side...............................................................................6
Before taking pictures..............................................................................................6
Install the batteries...........................................................................................6
Turn on the camera..........................................................................................7
Choose the language.......................................................................................7
Set the date and time.......................................................................................7
Install and format an optional memory card.....................................................8
Install the software...........................................................................................8
Using your camera..................................................................................................9
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Taking pictures and recording video clips
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Taking still pictures................................................................................................10
Recording video clips............................................................................................10
Instant Review.......................................................................................................11
Digital zoom...........................................................................................................11
Using the focus range settings..............................................................................11
Using the Capture Menu.......................................................................................12
Using the Self-Timer mode.............................................................................13
Flash Setting—Red-Eye.................................................................................14
Exposure Compensation................................................................................14
White Balance................................................................................................14
ISO speed......................................................................................................14
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Reviewing images and video clips
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Using Playback......................................................................................................15
Deleting images..............................................................................................16
Using the Playback Menu......................................................................................16
Viewing thumbnails........................................................................................16
Magnifying images.........................................................................................17
Selecting images for printing..........................................................................17
Recording audio.............................................................................................17
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Transferring and printing images
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Transferring images with HP Photosmart Software..............................................18
Transferring images without HP Photosmart Software.........................................18
Connecting to the computer...........................................................................18
Using a memory card reader..........................................................................19
Printing images from the camera...........................................................................19
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Using the Setup Menu
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Troubleshooting
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Resetting the camera............................................................................................21
Problems and solutions.........................................................................................21
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Product support
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Helpful websites....................................................................................................25
Getting assistance.................................................................................................25
HP Photosmart E427 Digital Camera
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