HP PHOTOSMART M537 (01) PDF MANUAL

1. Open the Battery/Memory Card door by sliding the latch as indicated on the door.

2. Insert the two AA batteries according to the polarity markings (+/-).

3. Close the Battery/Memory Card door.

Note: If using rechargeable NiMH batteries, fully charge them before first use. Turn off the camera before removing batteries.

When first turned on, use the Up/Down arrow buttons to choose the language you want, then press the Menu/OK button.

To change the language later, use the Language option in the Camera Setup Menu.

After setting the language (on first use), use the Up/Down arrow buttons to choose the region you want, then press the Menu/OK button. This sets the default date format.

To change the region later, use the Camera Setup Menu.

After setting the region (on first use), the Date & Time screen appears.

1. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to adjust the highlighted value (month, day, year, hour, minute, format).

2. Use the Left/Right arrow buttons to move to the other selections and repeat Step 1 until the date and time are set correctly.

3. Press the Menu/OK button when the date, time, and format settings are correct, then press Menu/OK again to confirm.

To change the date and time later, use the Date & Time option in the Camera Setup Menu.

The camera supports standard, high speed and high capacity Secure Digital (SD and SDHC) memory cards, 32MB to 8GB.

Installation:

1. Turn off the camera and open the Battery/Memory Card door.

2. Insert the memory card in the smaller slot as shown (label facing up, contacts first). Make sure the memory card snaps into place.

3. Close the Battery/Memory Card door and turn on the camera.

Formatting: Always format new memory cards before first use. Formatting removes all images, so transfer existing images first.

1. With the camera turned on, slide the mode selector to Playback.

2. Press the Menu/OK button.

3. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to select Format Card, then press Menu/OK.

4. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to select Yes, then press Menu/OK to format the card.

Note: Once a memory card is installed, all new images and video clips are stored on the card. To use internal memory, remove the memory card.

Your computer must meet the system requirements stated on the camera packaging.

Windows:

1. Close all programs and temporarily disable any virus protection software.

2. Insert the HP Photosmart Software CD into the CD drive and follow the on-screen instructions. If the installation screen does not appear, click Start, click Run, type D:\Setup.exe (where D is the letter of your CD drive), then click OK.

3. When the software has finished installing, re-enable virus protection software.

Macintosh:

1. Insert the HP Photosmart Software CD into the CD drive.

2. Double-click the CD icon on the computer desktop.

3. Double-click the installer icon, then follow the on-screen instructions.

1. Slide the mode selector to Picture Capture.

2. Frame the subject in the Image Display.

3. Press the Shutter button halfway down to measure and lock the focus and exposure. The focus brackets [ ] in the Image Display turn solid green when focus is locked.

4. Press the Shutter button all the way down to take the picture.

1. Slide the mode selector to Video Record.

2. Frame the subject in the Image Display.

3. Press the Shutter button halfway down to measure focus. The focus brackets [ ] turn solid green when focus is locked.

4. Press the Shutter button all the way down and release it to begin recording video.

5. To stop recording video, press and release the Shutter button again.

Note: Optical zoom cannot be used while recording, but can be set beforehand. Digital zoom is not available for video.

Red focus brackets indicate the picture may be out of focus because the subject is out of the focus range or the scene has low contrast.

Try releasing the Shutter button, reframing, and pressing the Shutter button halfway down again.

For pictures and video clips:

If the scene has low contrast, use Focus Lock on a point with more colors or crisp edges.

For pictures only:

Select a more appropriate Shooting Mode.

If the subject is too close (less than 300 mm or 11.8 in), move farther away or use Close-up mode.

If the camera is set to Close-up and cannot focus: Move within the Close-up range (50-300 mm or 1.9-11.8 in) or switch to Auto mode. In low contrast scenes within close-up range, use Focus Lock.

1. Frame the subject (or a point at the same distance with better contrast) within the focus brackets [ ].

2. Press the Shutter button halfway down and hold it. The focus brackets should turn green.

3. While still holding the Shutter button halfway down, re-frame the picture as desired.

4. Press the Shutter button all the way down to take the picture.

Set the flash to Auto Flash or Flash On.

Set the camera on a tripod or stable surface.

If the subject is out of flash range or you don’t have a tripod, set the Shooting Mode to Steady Photo.

Turn on more light in the scene.

The camera has optical zoom (up to 3x) and digital zoom.

Optical Zoom:

While in Picture Capture or Video Record mode, press the ‘T’ side of the Zoom lever to zoom in (telephoto) and the ‘W’ side to zoom out (wide angle).

Note: Optical zoom cannot be used *while* recording video, but can be set beforehand.

Digital Zoom:

Digital zoom activates after reaching maximum optical zoom in Picture Capture mode only. A yellow frame appears on the display.

1. Press the ‘T’ side of the Zoom lever to zoom in optically to the maximum level.

2. Press and hold ‘T’ again to engage digital zoom until the subject fills the yellow frame as desired. The MP value shown decreases as you zoom digitally, indicating lower resolution.

3. Press the ‘W’ side to zoom out digitally. Press ‘W’ further to return to optical zoom.

Note: Digital zoom is not available when recording video clips.

This is available only in Picture Capture mode.

1. Press the Flash button.

2. Use the Left/Right arrow buttons to highlight the desired flash mode.

3. Press the Menu/OK button to select it.

4. To exit without changing, press the Flash button again.

Note: The flash setting resets when the camera is turned off. Flash is automatically set to Off in Landscape, Sunset, and Theatre modes, and while using Burst. Flash is set to Red-Eye in Night Portrait mode.

1. Slide the mode selector to Picture Capture or Video Record.

2. Press the Menu/OK button.

3. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to highlight an option, then press Menu/OK to display the option’s menu.

4. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to highlight a setting, then press Menu/OK or the Right arrow button to change the setting. Press the Left arrow button to exit the setting without changing.

5. To exit the main menu, hold down the Back button until the menu disappears.

For help on an option, highlight ‘? Help…’ in the option’s menu and press Menu/OK.

Shooting Mode is available only in Picture Capture mode. Select a mode optimized for specific scenes:

AUTO Auto Mode (Default): For taking good shots quickly without specific settings.

Close-up: For taking close-up pictures of subjects between 50 and 300 mm (1.9 to 11.8 in) away.

Steady Photo: For minimizing picture blur from subject movement or camera shake in moderate to dim light.

Theatre: For capturing images at events like school programs or concerts without using flash.

Landscape: For scenes with deep perspective, like mountains.

Portrait: For pictures where people are the primary subject.

Action: For capturing moving subjects like sporting events or cars.

Night Portrait: For capturing images of people at night. Uses flash and long exposure; requires a tripod or stable surface.

Sunset: For capturing outdoor scenes at sunset.

Image Quality sets resolution and compression (Picture Capture only):

6MP Best: For enlarging or printing images greater than 28 x 36 cm (11 by 14 in).

Normal (6MP) (Default): For printing images up to 28 x 36 cm (11 by 14 in).

4MP: For printing images up to 20 x 25 cm (8 by 10 in).

2MP: For printing images up to 13 x 18 cm (5 by 7 in).

VGA: For sending images via e-mail or posting them to the Internet.

1MP: For printing images up to 10 x 15 cm (4 by 6 in).

Image Quality sets resolution and compression (Picture Capture only):

5MP Best: For enlarging or printing images greater than 28 x 36 cm (11 by 14 in).

Normal (5MP) (Default): For printing images up to 28 x 36 cm (11 by 14 in).

3MP: For printing images up to 20 x 25 cm (8 by 10 in).

1MP: For printing images up to 10 x 15 cm (4 by 6 in).

VGA: For sending images via e-mail or posting them to the Internet.

The Self-Timer takes an image or starts recording a video clip 10 seconds after pressing the Shutter button.

1. In the Picture Capture or Video Record menu, highlight Self-Timer, press Menu/OK.

2. Highlight On, press Menu/OK.

3. Hold down the Back button until the menu disappears.

4. Set the camera on a tripod or stable surface.

5. Frame the subject in the Image Display.

6. Press the Shutter button halfway down to lock focus and exposure. When the focus brackets turn green, press the Shutter button all the way down.

7. The camera begins the 10-second countdown (Self-Timer light blinks), then takes the picture or starts recording the video clip.

8. If recording video, press the Shutter button again to stop recording.

The Self-Timer setting resets to Off after the image is taken or video is stopped.

Burst takes up to three pictures quickly when you press and hold the Shutter button (Picture Capture mode only).

1. In the Picture Capture Menu, highlight Burst, press Menu/OK.

2. Highlight On, press Menu/OK.

3. Hold down the Back button until the menu disappears.

4. Frame the subject, then press the Shutter button halfway down to lock focus and exposure.

5. Press the Shutter button all the way down and hold it. The camera takes up to three pictures quickly.

6. Release the Shutter button to stop (or after three shots are taken / memory runs out).

The Image Display remains off during capture. Images appear one by one in Instant Review afterwards. The Burst setting remains On until changed or the camera is turned off.

1. Slide the mode selector to Playback.

2. Use the Left/Right arrow buttons to scroll through your images and video clips.

3. To view a video clip, display its thumbnail and press the Menu/OK button to start playback. Press Menu/OK again to pause. When paused, use Left/Right to scroll through frames; press Menu/OK to resume playback.

While in Playback mode:

1. Display the image or video clip you want to delete, or be on any image if deleting multiple.

2. Press the Delete button.

3. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to select an option:

This Image: Deletes the currently displayed image or video clip.

All Except Favorites: Deletes all images except those tagged as Favorites (appears only if Favorites exist).

All Images (in Memory/on Card): Deletes all stored images and video clips from the current storage (internal memory or card).

Format (Memory/Card): Deletes all files, then formats the internal memory or memory card.

4. Press the Menu/OK button.

5. If prompted for confirmation (for All options or Format), select Yes and press Menu/OK.

1. While in Playback mode, press the ‘W’ (Wide) side of the Zoom lever (same as the Thumbnails button).

2. Use the Up/Down/Left/Right arrow buttons to scroll through the thumbnails.

3. Press the Menu/OK button to view the highlighted image or video clip in full screen.

This feature is for viewing purposes only; it does not permanently alter the image.

1. While in Playback mode viewing a single image, press the ‘T’ (Telephoto) side of the Zoom lever (same as the Magnify button). The image is magnified (default 2x).

2. Use the Up/Down/Left/Right arrow buttons to pan around the magnified image.

3. Press ‘T’ or ‘W’ on the Zoom lever to change the magnification level.

4. Press the Menu/OK button to return to normal Playback view.

1. While in Playback mode, press the Menu/OK button.

2. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to highlight an option.

3. Press Menu/OK to select the option or access its sub-menu, then follow any on-screen instructions.

4. To exit the selected option, press the Back button.

5. To exit the Playback Menu, hold down the Back button until the menu disappears.

For help on an option, highlight ‘? Help…’ and press Menu/OK.

Remove Red Eyes: Allows removing red eyes from human subjects in photos taken with flash.

Design Gallery…: Accesses features to enhance images (modify colors, crop, add borders).

Photosmart Express…: Marks images for printing, sharing, and ordering prints online.

Favorites: Tags images as Favorites for easy selection.

View Slideshow: Creates and views slideshows of images and videos.

Move Images to Card: Moves images from internal memory to an inserted memory card (available only if images are in internal memory and a card is inserted).

Camera Setup…: Displays the Camera Setup Menu for setting camera behavior.

Camera Help…: Displays help topics for common features.

This option is only available for pictures taken with a flash.

1. In Playback mode, display the picture with red eyes.

2. Press Menu/OK, highlight Remove Red Eyes, and press Menu/OK.

3. The camera processes the image. After a few seconds, the image displays with green boxes around corrected areas.

4. The Remove Red Eyes menu appears:

Save Changes (Default): Saves a copy of the image with the changes and returns to Playback.

View Changes: Displays a magnified view of the corrected areas.

5. Select Save Changes and press Menu/OK to save the corrected copy.

6. To exit without saving, press the Back button.

Tagging allows you to quickly select a group of images for printing or viewing.

1. In Playback mode, use the Left/Right buttons to display an image you want to tag.

2. Press Menu/OK, highlight Favorites, and press Menu/OK. The image is now checked in the Favorites menu, and a heart icon appears on the image in Playback.

3. To untag the image, select Favorites again and press Menu/OK.

4. Use Left/Right to navigate to other images and repeat step 2 to tag them.

5. To exit the Playback Menu, hold down the Back button.

1. In Playback mode, press Menu/OK, highlight View Slideshow, and press Menu/OK.

2. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to configure the slideshow options:

Images: Select which images to play: All (default), Favorites, Pictures Only, Videos Only.

Interval: Set the display time for each image: 2 secs, 5 secs (Default), 10 secs, 15 secs, 60 secs.

Loop: Specify repetitions: Once (Default), 2x, 3x, Continuous.

3. After setting options, highlight Start Slideshow (if available) or simply exit the menu to start the slideshow based on the settings (behavior might vary).

4. Press Menu/OK or Back to stop the slideshow.

Design Gallery effects are applied to a copy of the image; the original is retained.

1. In Playback mode, display the image you want to enhance.

2. Press Menu/OK, highlight Design Gallery…, and press Menu/OK.

3. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to highlight an option (Modify Color, Add Borders, Rotate, Crop).

4. Press Menu/OK and follow the on-camera instructions for the selected option.

For help on an option, highlight ‘? Help…’ and press Menu/OK.

Tip: Modify colors before adding a border.

1. In the Design Gallery menu, select Modify Color and press Menu/OK.

2. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to select a color scheme and preview the effect:

Black & White: Converts to black and white.

Sepia: Converts to a brownish tone.

B&W Tints: Applies color tones to a black and white version.

3. Press Menu/OK to select the scheme and display the Modify Color menu for adjustments. Follow the on-camera instructions.

4. Press Menu/OK to save a copy of the image with the changes and return to the Design Gallery Menu. Press the Back button to exit without saving.

Tip: Add borders after modifying colors or cropping.

1. In the Design Gallery menu, select Add Borders and press Menu/OK.

2. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to select a border type and preview the effect:

Soft Edge: Applies a soft, vignetted frame.

Oval: Adds an oval matte border with beveled edges.

Rectangle: Adds a rectangular matte border with sharp corners.

3. Press Menu/OK to select the border and display the Add Borders menu for adjustments. Follow the on-camera instructions.

4. Press Menu/OK to save a copy of the image with the border and return to the Design Gallery Menu. Press the Back button to exit without saving.

Tip: Crop images before adding borders.

1. In the Design Gallery menu, select Crop and press Menu/OK.

2. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to select a crop orientation and preview the effect:

Landscape (Default): Horizontally crops to a 3:2 aspect ratio (wider than tall).

Portrait: Vertically crops to a 2:3 aspect ratio (taller than wide).

3. Follow the on-camera instructions to use the Zoom lever and arrow buttons to adjust what appears in the cropped image.

4. Press Menu/OK to save a copy of the cropped image and return to the Design Gallery Menu. Press the Back button to exit without saving.

Use this method if you have installed the HP Photosmart Software.

1. If you have marked images for sharing, printing, or buying prints online (using Photosmart Express), verify the computer is connected to the Internet and/or a printer as needed.

2. Turn off the camera.

3. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable.

4. Turn on the camera.

5. The HP Photosmart Software should launch automatically (or follow prompts). Follow the on-screen instructions in the software to transfer images.

During transfer:

Favorite tags are transferred.

Images marked for printing may print automatically if a printer is connected.

Images marked for sharing may be sent automatically if connected to the Internet.

Prompts may appear for images marked for buying prints online.

Note: Transferring large numbers of high-resolution images may take time. Do not disconnect the camera until the transfer is complete. Ensure batteries are charged or use an optional dock.

1. Connect the camera and computer using the USB cable that came with your camera.

2. Turn on the camera and follow the instructions on the computer screen. For more information, see the Help feature in the HP Photosmart Software.

After you have transferred the images, you can then use the HP Photosmart Software to edit, print, or send the images from your computer.

Yes, you can still transfer images and video clips to your computer without the HP Photosmart Software, but with some limitations:

• You cannot use the Share features or Buy Prints Online on the camera’s Photosmart Express Menu.

• Images marked for printing do not automatically print when the camera is connected to the computer.

• Favorites tags do not transfer to the computer.

You can transfer images by:

• Connecting your camera directly to the computer.

• Using a memory card reader.

1. Turn off the camera, connect the camera and computer using the USB cable that came with your camera, then turn on the camera. Your computer’s provided image transfer software should start. Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer your images.

2. When you have finished transferring images, disconnect the camera from the computer.

If you encounter problems, set the camera’s USB Configuration to Disk Drive (see USB Configuration under “Using the Camera Setup Menu”) and reconnect to your computer.

NOTE: On Macintosh computers, if you set the camera to Disk Drive and neither Image Capture nor iPhoto starts automatically, look on the desktop for a disk drive labeled with your camera model number and copy the images manually. For more information about how to copy files, visit Mac help.

You can put your camera’s optional memory card into a (separately purchased) memory card reader. Some computers and HP Photosmart printers have built-in memory card slots which act as a memory card reader.

1. Insert your camera’s memory card into the memory card reader (or into your computer’s memory card slot, if your computer has one).

2. Your computer’s provided image transfer software starts automatically and guides you through the process of transferring images.

3. After verifying that the images were successfully transferred, return the memory card to your camera.

If no application starts automatically or if you want to copy the images manually, look for the disk drive for the memory card, then copy the images to your local hard drive. For more information about how to copy files, refer to your computer’s help.

You can print images directly from the camera to any PictBridge-certified printer. NOTE: You cannot print video clips.

1. Check that the printer is turned on, there is paper in the printer, and there are no printer error messages.

2. Turn off the camera, connect the camera and printer using the USB cable that came with your camera, then turn on the camera.

3. If the Print marked pictures? screen is displayed on the camera’s Image Display, do one of the following:

• If you want to print the pictures you marked for printing, highlight Yes, press Menu/OK, then follow the on-camera instructions to select print options and print the marked pictures. NOTE: After the printer prints the marked images, the Image Display on the camera shows an image. You can then select individual images to print by following the remaining steps in this procedure.

• If you want to select individual images to print, highlight No, then press Menu/OK.

4. When the Image Display on the camera shows an image:

• If you want to print one or more images, use the arrow buttons to display an image you want to print, use the up/down arrows to specify the number of copies, then press Menu/OK. In the Print Options menu, highlight Print This Image Now, and press Menu/OK.

• If you want to print a group of images or modify the printer settings, press Menu/OK, highlight Print Menu…, then press Menu/OK again. Highlight the option you want:

• Printer Settings—Specifies paper size, print size and quality, and borderless printing. Use up/down arrows to select a print option and use left/right arrows to modify the selected print option. When you are done specifying print options, press Menu/OK.

• Print All—Prints one copy of each image. Press Menu/OK and follow the on-camera instructions to begin printing.

• Print Index—Prints all images as thumbnails. Press Menu/OK to begin printing.

• Print Favorites—Prints one copy of each image tagged as a Favorite. Press Menu/OK to begin printing. This option is available only if you have tagged at least one image as a Favorite.

• Cancel Printing—Stops the printing of any images that have not yet printed. Press Menu/OK, highlight Yes, then press Menu/OK.

5. After the printer has printed all the images you selected, disconnect the camera from the printer.

NOTE: If you connect the camera to a non-HP printer and encounter problems with printing, contact your printer manufacturer. HP does not provide customer support for non-HP printers.

With HP Photosmart Express, you can select pictures in your camera to print automatically, to buy prints online, or to send to custom destinations the next time you connect the camera to your computer or printer. You must have the HP Photosmart Software installed on your computer to use some features in the Photosmart Express Menu.

NOTE: Available online services vary by country or region.

To display the Photosmart Express Menu:

1. Slide the mode switch (00 / Camera / Playback) to Camera or Playback and press Menu/OK.

2. Use the arrow buttons to highlight Photosmart Express…, then press Menu/OK.

3. Use the arrow buttons to highlight a menu option, then press Menu/OK.

The available options are:

• Print—Allows you to select images and specify number of copies to print.

• Share—Allows you to add custom online destinations and share images to one or more destinations.

• Buy Prints Online—Specifies images you want printed by an online printing service.

NOTE: The features in the Photosmart Express Menu are available only for pictures. They are not available for video clips.

Marked images are automatically printed when you connect the camera to a PictBridge-certified printer or a computer with the HP Photosmart Software installed. You can mark individual images, all images, or groups of images tagged as Favorites.

1. While in the Photosmart Express Menu, use the arrow buttons to highlight Print, then press Menu/OK.

2. In the Print menu, highlight an option, then press Menu/OK:

• This Image—Selects the image currently displayed. You can scroll to a different image using the left/right arrow buttons.

• All Favorites…—Displays the Print All Favorites entry. Press Menu/OK. This option is available only if you have tagged more than one image as a Favorite.

• All Images…—Displays the Print All Images entry. Press Menu/OK. This option is available only if you have more than one image in the camera.

3. If you want to print more than one copy, highlight Change Number of Copies, then press Menu/OK. In the Print menu for changing the number of copies, use the up/down arrow buttons to specify the number of copies to print, then press Menu/OK.

4. From the main Print menu, you can select additional images for printing, using the left/right arrow buttons to display an image, highlighting This Image in the Print menu, pressing Menu/OK, then repeating Step 3.

5. When you are done marking images for printing, hold down the Back button until the menu disappears.

6. To print the marked images directly to a printer, see instructions for printing directly. To print them from a computer connected to a printer, see instructions for transferring images with HP Photosmart Software.

You can select images you want to order as prints. The next time you connect the camera to a computer with the HP Photosmart Software installed, you can order prints of the selected images online.

1. While in the Photosmart Express Menu, use the arrow buttons to highlight Buy Prints Online, then press Menu/OK.

2. In the Buy Prints Online menu, highlight an option, then press Menu/OK:

• This Image—Selects the image currently displayed. You can scroll to a different image using the left/right arrow buttons.

• All Favorites…—Displays the Buy Prints of All Favorites entry. Press Menu/OK, then press the Back button. This option is available only if you have tagged more than one image as a Favorite.

• All Images…—Displays the Buy Prints of All Images entry. Press Menu/OK, then press the Back button. This option is available only if you have more than one image in the camera.

3. To select additional images, use the left/right arrow buttons to display an image, press Menu/OK, then repeat Step 2.

4. When you are done marking images for which you want to buy prints, hold down the Back button until the menu disappears.

5. To buy prints of the images you selected, connect the camera to a computer with HP Photosmart Software installed and follow the software instructions.

You can customize the Share menu to include e-mail addresses, group distribution lists, or other online services. You can specify up to 34 custom destinations in the Photosmart Express Menu.

1. Verify that your computer is connected to the Internet.

2. While in the Photosmart Express Menu, use the arrow buttons to highlight Share, then press Menu/OK. If you have already created destinations, highlight Share Menu Setup and press Menu/OK again.

3. Connect the camera to your computer. Follow the on-screen instructions from the HP Photosmart Software to set up destinations in your camera.

4. Turn off the camera and disconnect the camera from the computer. Turn on the camera, access the Photosmart Express Menu, then highlight Share and press Menu/OK to verify that the new destinations are now in the camera.

After you have set up online destinations in the camera, you can mark images to be sent to these custom destinations the next time you connect your camera to your computer with HP Photosmart Software installed.

1. While in the Photosmart Express Menu, use the arrow buttons to highlight Share, then press Menu/OK.

2. In the Share menu, highlight an option, then press Menu/OK:

• Custom Destinations—Selects the destination to send the image displayed in the background. There may be multiple destinations depending on the number of them you created. You can scroll to a different image using the left/right arrow buttons.

• All Favorites…—Displays a list of destinations. Highlight each destination to which you want to send all Favorites, pressing Menu/OK to select each destination. After selecting destinations, press the Back button. This option is available only if you have tagged more than one image as a Favorite.

• All Images…—Displays a list of destinations. Highlight each destination to which you want to send all images, pressing Menu/OK to select each destination. After selecting destinations, press the Back button. This option is available only if you have more than one image in the camera.

3. To select additional images to share, use the left/right arrow buttons to display an image, then repeat Step 2.

4. When you are done marking images to share, hold down the Back button until the menu disappears.

5. To send the images to the destinations, connect the camera to a computer with HP Photosmart Software installed and follow the software instructions.

The Camera Setup Menu allows you to set preferences for the camera’s behavior. It is available from the Picture Capture, Video Record, and Playback menus.

1. While in the Picture Capture, Video Record, or Playback menu, use the arrow buttons to highlight Camera Setup…, then press Menu/OK.

2. Use the up/down arrow buttons to highlight a menu option, then press Menu/OK to display the menu option’s menu.

3. Use the up/down arrow buttons to highlight a setting, then press Menu/OK.

4. To exit the Camera Setup Menu, hold down the Back button until the menu disappears.

Settings you specify remain until you change them.

• Display Brightness: Adjusts the brightness of the Image Display.

• Low—For extending battery life.

• Medium (Default)—For normal viewing conditions.

• High—For very bright lighting conditions.

• Camera Sounds: Turns the camera sounds (such as button presses and shutter clicks) off and on.

• On (Default), Off.

• Date & Time: Sets the date and time.

• USB Configuration: Specifies how a computer recognizes the camera.

• Digital Camera (Default)—Recognizes the camera as a digital camera using PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol).

• Disk Drive—Recognizes the camera as a disk drive using MSDC (Mass Storage Device Class).

• Language: Sets the language.

If your camera does not respond when you press buttons, reset the camera.

1. Turn off the camera.

2. Remove the memory card and batteries for at least 5 seconds.

3. Reinsert the batteries and close the Battery/Memory Card door.

4. Turn on the camera. On successful reset, you may be prompted to set the date and time.

5. Verify that the camera works without an optional memory card, turn off the camera, then reinstall the card.

When the camera is reset, any images or video clips stored in memory are retained.

• Install new or recharged batteries, ensuring that the batteries are inserted correctly. If you are using rechargeable batteries, ensure they are rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries.

• Reset the camera.

• Ensure that the memory card is the proper type. If so, remove the memory card and turn on the camera; if the camera turns on, format the memory card. If the camera still does not turn on, format the memory card using a memory card reader, or replace the memory card.

• New batteries or batteries that have not been charged recently must be recharged to reach full capacity.

• If you have not used the batteries for two months or longer, recharge them.

• For tips on conserving battery life, see “How can I extend battery life?”.

• Try charging the batteries again after they have drained awhile.

• If charging the batteries in an optional battery charger does not work, replace the batteries.

• Turn on the camera.

• Most of the camera buttons do not respond when the camera is connected to a computer (directly or through an optional dock).

• Replace or recharge the batteries.

• Reset the camera.

• The memory card may be defective. Remove the memory card and test the camera; if the camera works, replace the memory card.

• Format the internal memory and/or the memory card.

• Press the Shutter button all the way down.

• The memory card or internal memory may be full. Transfer images from the camera to your computer, then format the internal memory or the memory card. Or replace the card with a new one.

• The camera may be processing. Wait a few seconds for the camera to finish processing the last image before taking another picture.

• The Image Display may have timed out. Press any camera button to wake up the camera.

• Reset the camera.

• Replace or recharge the batteries.

• Use Focus Lock.

• Use a tripod to hold the camera steady, or improve lighting conditions.

• Use Steady Photo shooting mode.

• Set the flash to Auto Flash or Flash On and set the shooting mode to Action.

• Turn the flash off.

• Move back from the subject and use zoom.

• Wait for natural lighting conditions to improve, use the flash, or add indirect lighting.

• If the subject you are trying to capture is outside the flash range, turn off the flash. This causes a longer exposure time, so use a tripod or hold the camera steady.

• Add indirect lighting, use the flash, or wait for natural lighting conditions to improve.

• Using Steady Photo shooting mode can increase graininess.

• You may have zoomed in too far using digital zoom.

• If the camera is warm, the effect will diminish as the camera cools. For best image quality, avoid storing the camera in very hot locations.

• Your memory card may contain files that are not images or videos recognized by the camera. Save any data on the memory card that you want to keep, then format the memory card in the camera.

• If your memory cards are 4GB or larger, the card that stores fewer images may have been improperly formatted by a device that does not support 4GB or larger cards. A new type of High Capacity Secure Digital (marked SDHC) memory card is now available that prevents improper formatting and use by devices not supporting 4GB or larger cards. Try formatting the card in this camera, which supports High Capacity Secure Digital cards.

• Your memory card may be defective. If you have formatted your memory card in the camera and it does not show the expected capacity, consider replacing the memory card.

• Slide the mode switch (00 / Camera / Playback) to a different position or press any camera button to reactivate the Image Display.

• Reset the camera.

• Remove the memory card and see if the video is stored in internal memory. If so, transfer the video to a memory card (using Move Images to Card in the Playback Menu) or to your computer.

• If the video is stored on a memory card, transfer the video to your computer, then reformat the card in the camera.

• Your memory card may have a large number of images stored on it. The more images you have on your card, the longer it takes to establish a connection to the computer (up to 5 minutes). If you have a large number of images on the memory card, be sure to allow this additional time to establish the connection.

• Ensure that the USB cable is properly connected to the camera and computer, either directly or via an optional dock.

• Try connecting the USB cable to another USB port on the computer.

• Turn the camera off, then on again. If that does not fix the problem, reset the camera.

• If the problem persists, contact HP Support.

• Either install the HP Photosmart Software, or follow the steps for transferring images without HP Photosmart Software.

• Set your camera to act as a Disk Drive (see USB Configuration in “Using the Camera Setup Menu”), then follow the steps in “Connecting to the computer” without HP Photosmart Software.

• Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements as stated on the camera packaging.

• Refer to the Hewlett-Packard Technical Support website: http://www.hp.com/support.

Should you receive one of the following error messages when using your camera, you can look up details about the message by visiting http://www.hp.com and searching on the specific code.

NOTE: Codes beginning with M430 apply to the HP Photosmart M437 digital camera. Codes beginning with M530 apply to the HP Photosmart M537 digital camera.

• Lens Error (general)—M430–021, M530-021

• Lens Error (zoom cannot retract)—M430–022, M530–022

• Lens Error (lens cannot extend)—M430–033, M530–033

• Lens Error (zoom in failed)—M430–041, M530–041

• Lens Error (zoom out failed)—M430–081, M530–081

• Unsupported card—M430–200, M530–200

• Unable to format card—M430–202, М530–202

• Error saving image—M430–100, M530–100

• Error saving video—M430–102, M530–102

• Batteries Low (followed by data on battery types and performance)—AA–400 (this error message and its corresponding code is not camera-specific)

You can find support information through several resources:

• Product Documentation: Review the Troubleshooting section in this document, the electronic Help section within the software, and the camera’s Help screens.
• HP Websites:
  • For camera tips, product registration, updates, supplies and accessories: Visit http://www.hp.com and click Digital Photography under Learn about:.
  • For customers with disabilities: http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/community/accessibility (English only)
  • For technical support, drivers, software, firmware updates: http://www.hp.com/support
  • For Windows Vista support: http://www.hp.com/go/windowsvista (English only)
• HP Phone Support: Options vary by product/region/language. Visit http://www.hp.com/support for conditions and phone numbers.
• Post-Warranty Support: Help is available online at http://www.hp.com/support after the limited warranty period.
• Warranty Extension/Upgrade: Contact the store where you bought the camera or check HP Care Pack offers at http://www.hp.com/support.
• HP Care Pack Service: If purchased, check the support conditions on your contract.

The Hewlett-Packard Technical Support website (www.hp.com/support) is the fastest source for up-to-date information and expert assistance, including e-mail support, driver/software updates, troubleshooting information, and proactive alerts (when registered).

• The batteries shipped with your camera are AA Alkaline. These have a short life. HP recommends replacing them with Photo Lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries for longer life when the camera warns of low battery.

• Fully charge NiMH batteries before first use.

• New NiMH batteries may need to be charged and discharged four or five times to reach full performance. You can use the camera normally during this period.

• Always insert batteries correctly. If inserted improperly, the door may close but the camera won’t operate.

• Remove batteries if not using the camera for over a month.

• Battery performance decreases in cold temperatures. Keep the camera and batteries warm (e.g., inside pocket). Avoid short-circuiting batteries by keeping them away from metal objects like keys or coins.

• NOTE: If the camera is without batteries for a prolonged period, the clock may be reset and you may be prompted to update it the next time you power on the camera.

To conserve battery power, the Image Display turns off after a period of inactivity (press any button to wake). The camera turns off after five minutes of inactivity.

To further extend battery life:

• Set Display Brightness to Low (in the Camera Setup Menu).

• Set your camera to Auto Flash.

• Use optical zoom sparingly.

• Use video recording sparingly.

• Use Image Display sparingly.

• If turning on the camera only to view images, slide the mode switch to Playback, then turn on the camera to start in Playback without extending the lens.

• When transferring or printing images, place your camera in an optional HP Photosmart dock connected to AC power.

• Always use two identical batteries of the same chemistry, brand, and age.

• Do not place batteries in fire or heat them. Always store charged batteries in a cool location.

• Do not connect the positive and negative terminals of the battery to each other with any metal object.

• Do not carry or store batteries with metal objects. Do not drop batteries into a change-filled pocket.

• Do not pierce batteries or subject them to strong impacts or shocks.

• Do not solder directly onto batteries.

• Do not allow batteries to get wet.

• Do not disassemble or modify batteries.

• Immediately discontinue use of a battery if, while using, charging, or storing it, the battery emits an unusual smell, feels excessively hot (note that it is normal for the battery to feel warm), changes color or shape, or appears abnormal in any other way.

• In the event batteries leak and the fluid gets into one’s eye, do not rub the eye. Rinse well with water and immediately seek medical care. If left untreated, the battery fluid could cause damage to the eye.

• CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

When the batteries are low or the camera is in a dock connected to AC power, one of the following icons appears in the Image Display. If no battery icon appears, the batteries have sufficient power.

The following table shows the low, high, and average number of shots based on standard HP testing. Actual performance may vary based on usage, battery type, and manufacturer.

Test conditions:

• For Low, High, and Average numbers, four pictures are taken per session with at least a 5 minute break between sessions.

• The Low value is obtained with extensive use of Picture Capture (30 seconds per picture), Playback (15 seconds per picture), and Flash On. Optical zoom (both directions) is used on 75% of the shots.

• The High value is obtained with minimal use of Picture Capture (10 seconds per picture) and Playback (4 seconds per picture). Flash and optical zoom (both directions) are used on 25% of the shots.

• The Average value is obtained with Picture Capture used for 15 seconds per picture and Playback used for 8 seconds per picture. Flash and optical zoom (both directions) are used on 50% of the shots.

• The CIPA number is obtained using the standards established by the Camera and Imaging Products Association.

• M537: 3x optical zoom, 6x digital zoom

• M437: 3x optical zoom, 5x digital zoom

Flash working range:

M537:

• Zoom Position Wide—3.1 m (10.2 ft)

• Zoom Position Telephoto—1.8 m (5.9 ft)

M437:

• Zoom Position Wide—3.2 m (10.5 ft)

• Zoom Position Telephoto—1.86 m (6.1 ft)

• 16MB internal flash memory (Not all 16MB is available for storing images, as some is used for internal operations).

• Slot for memory card.

• Supports standard, high speed and high capacity Secure Digital (SD and SDHC) memory cards, 32MB to 8GB.

• Supports storing a maximum of 4000 images on a memory card.

• The number of images or video clips that can be saved depends on the Image Quality settings.

Operational:

0° to 50° C (32° to 122° F) at 15% to 85% relative humidity

Storage:

-30° to 65° C (–22° to 149° F) at 15% to 90% relative humidity

The approximate number and average size of still images that can be stored in internal memory for the M537 depend on the Image Quality setting:

Note: Actual file sizes and number of images vary depending on image content.

The approximate number and average size of still images that can be stored in internal memory for the M437 depend on the Image Quality setting:

Note: Actual file sizes and number of images vary depending on image content.