HP PhotoSmart C500 Digital Camera User’s Guide
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Glossary
4-way arrow button
A 4-way controller used to scroll through and make selections from the color
LCD menu options.
AC power adapter
An adapter that connects your camera to a power source (such as a wall outlet
or power strip) to conserve battery power. Only use an AC power adapter that
has been approved by HP for use with this camera (adapter part number
C7315A).
Auto exposure
The camera automatically adjusts the exposure for different lighting
conditions. There are two AE methods, Matrix and Spot. Matrix calculates the
exposure by taking the average of several points of light in the photo. Spot
calculates the exposure by reading the light from one small spot in the center
of the photo.
Auto focus
The camera automatically adjusts the focus of the camera when you press the
shutter button 1/2 way down.
Burst photos
A series of photos taken in rapid succession when you press and hold the
shutter button down. You can take up to four photos at a rate of one to three
frames per second in this mode.
Camera mode dial
The control used to select one of the four camera modes—Rec (Record), Rev
(Review), Play, and PC—that determine which features and menu options are
available.
