INSTRUCTION MANUAL EN-20200831
Thank you for purchasing the Zila! Before using the camera, please take the time to read and understand this instruction manual to familiarise yourself with the functionalities and capabilities of the camera. For ease of reference, please print this instruction manual or save it to a computer or other such device. Note The information contained in this instruction manual is the property of Z INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (Hong Kong).
Table of Contents Identifying the Different Parts of the Camera ............................................... 1 Attaching the Wrist Strap ...................................................................................... 4 Inserting Memory Cards ........................................................................................ 5 Removing Memory Cards ..................................................................................... 7 Charging the Camera .....................................
Identifying the Different Parts of the Camera Front A Lens ○ B Shutter Button (Photo Mode) ○ B Record Button (Video Mode) ○ B Play/Pause Button (Video Playback) ○ B Enter Button (Settings Menu, Delete Menu) ○ C Microphone ○ 1 © 2020 Z INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (Hong Kong). All rights reserved.
Back D LCD Screen ○ D Protective Film ○ E Power Button ○ E Exit Button (Fun Filters Mode) ○ F Playback Button ○ F Stop Button (Video Playback) ○ F Exit Button (Playback Mode) ○ G Settings Button ○ G Delete Button (Playback Mode) ○ G Exit Button (Settings Menu, Delete Menu) ○ H CE Label ○ I Silicone Cover ○ 2 © 2020 Z INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (Hong Kong). All rights reserved.
J Up Button (Settings Menu, Delete Menu) ○ J Zoom In Button (Photo Mode, Video Mode, Fun Filters Mode) ○ K Right Button (Settings Menu, Delete Menu) ○ K Fun Filters Selector Button (Photo Mode) ○ L Wrist Strap Eyelet ○ M Down Button (Settings Menu, Delete Menu) ○ M Zoom Out Button (Photo Mode, Video Mode, Fun-Filters Mode) ○ N Left Button (Settings Menu, Delete Menu) ○ N Fun Filters Selector Button (Photo Mode) ○ O Micro-B USB Port ○ P Memory Card Slot ○ Q Reset Button ○ 3 © 2020 Z INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (H
Attaching the Wrist Strap Attach the included wrist strap to the camera’s wrist strap eyelet as described below. 1. Thread the small, thin loop of the strap all the way through the eyelet. 2. Pass the rest of the strap through the small, thin loop. 3. Pull the strap until it is securely fastened to the eyelet. * Wearing the strap on your wrist can help prevent the camera from accidentally being dropped.
Inserting Memory Cards Insert a memory card (not included) into the camera as described below. * Only microSD and microSDHC cards can be used with the camera; microSDXC cards (microSD cards with a storage capacity greater than 32GB) are not supported. “Card Error” will show on the LCD screen if a microSDXC card is inserted into the camera. * Use only brand name memory cards. * Keep memory cards out of the reach of small children. * For all steps below, make sure the camera is dry and use dry hands. 1.
By default, the camera saves all photos and videos to the internal memory. If a memory card is inserted into the camera, photos and videos are saved to the memory card instead. 6 © 2020 Z INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (Hong Kong). All rights reserved.
Removing Memory Cards To remove a memory card inserted into the camera, remove the silicone cover (see step 1 on page 5), then press the centre of the memory card in and release it slowly. The memory card can then be removed by hand. * The memory card can be removed whether the camera is on or off. * Make sure the camera is dry and use dry hands. * When done, remember to close the silicone cover (see step 3 on page 5) to prevent dust or water from entering and damaging the camera.
Charging the Camera The camera contains an integrated rechargeable battery. The camera is fully charged at shipment. As the camera gradually loses its charge when not in use, charge it before use. The camera charges the battery internally. * For this section, make sure the camera is dry and use dry hands. Plug the USB-A end of the included USB cable into any USB-A charging port, such as on a computer, power bank, or wall charger.
Checking the Battery Level After turning the camera on (see page 10), check the battery level on the bottom left hand corner of the LCD screen. The 5 different battery levels are shown as follows: In order from right to left: 100% – 80% 080% – 60% 060% – 40% 040% – 20% 020% – 00% (charge the camera) 9 © 2020 Z INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (Hong Kong). All rights reserved.
Turning the Camera On and Off To turn the camera on, press and hold down the power button until the LCD screen lights up and, if the camera’s sound effects are on, the power-on sound plays, then release the power button. * If the camera does not turn on, try charging it (see page 8). If that does not work, troubleshoot the camera (see page 24).
Choosing a Different Language 1. With the camera on (see page 10), press the settings button to enter the settings menu. 2. Select “Language” by pressing the up button or the down button, then press the right button or the shutter button to enter the language submenu. * To return to the settings menu without making any changes, press the left button. 3.
Changing the Date and Time 1. With the camera on (see page 10), press the settings button to enter the settings menu. 2. Select “Date and Time” by pressing the up button or the down button, then press the right button or the shutter button to enter the date and time submenu. * To return to the settings menu without making any changes, press the shutter button. 3.
Taking Photos * Before proceeding, make sure the silicone cover is closed (see step 3 on page 5) to prevent dust or water from entering and damaging the camera. 1. Turn the camera on (see page 10). 2. Hold the camera steady with both hands, using your left hand to cradle the bottom of the camera and your right hand to grip the side of the camera where the silicone cover is. 3. Brace your elbows against your torso or lean against a table, wall, tree, or other structure.
Zooming In and Out When framing your shot, zoom in by pressing the up button. Zoom out by pressing the down button. * Press and hold down the up button or the down button to zoom in or out quickly. When zooming in or out, the zoom magnification, which is up to 4 times in 21 steps, is shown on the bottom right hand corner of the LCD screen. * The zoom function can be used in both photo mode and video mode. 14 © 2020 Z INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (Hong Kong). All rights reserved.
Using the Fun Filters 21 fun filters, including a black and white filter, are available in photo mode. Cycle through the fun filters and select a fun filter by pressing the left button or the right button. To return to normal photo mode, press the power button. * The fun filters are not available in video mode. 15 © 2020 Z INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (Hong Kong). All rights reserved.
Viewing Photos Photos can be viewed on the LCD screen in playback mode. * The LCD screen might be difficult to see clearly in direct sunlight. To view photos in playback mode, press the playback button. * In playback mode, photos are identified by the following icon on the top left hand corner of the LCD screen: Cycle through multiple photos by pressing the left button or the right button. Press the right button to view photos in chronological order. Press the left button to view photos in reverse order.
Deleting Photos * Deleted photos cannot be recovered. Before proceeding, copy important photos to a computer or other such device. 1. Press the playback button to go to playback mode, select the photo for deletion by pressing the left button or the right button, then press the settings button to enter the delete menu. * To exit the delete menu, press the settings button again. 2. Make sure “This Image” is selected, then press the right button or the shutter button to bring up the confirmation dialog box.
Recording Videos * Before proceeding, make sure the silicone cover is closed (see step 3 on page 5) to prevent dust or water from entering and damaging the camera. 1. Turn the camera on (see page 10). 2. Press and hold down the shutter button for around 3 seconds to go to video mode. Video recording starts automatically, as shown by the blinking red dot on the top of the LCD screen. * Release the shutter button as soon as video recording starts.
Playing Back Videos Videos can be played back on the LCD screen in playback mode. * The LCD screen might be difficult to see clearly in direct sunlight. To playback a video, press the playback button to go to playback mode, select the video for playback by pressing the left button or the right button, then press the shutter button to start video playback.
Deleting Videos * Deleted videos cannot be recovered. Before proceeding, copy important videos to a computer or other such device. 1. Press the playback button to go to playback mode, select the video for deletion by pressing the left button or the right button, then press the settings button to enter the delete menu. * To exit the delete menu, press the settings button again. 2. Make sure “This Video” is selected, then press the right button or the shutter button to bring up the confirmation dialog box.
Formatting Format the internal memory as described below. * Make sure no memory card is inserted into the camera. 1. With the camera on (see page 10), press the settings button to enter the settings menu. 2. Select “Format” by pressing the up button or the down button, then press the right button or the shutter button to bring up the confirmation dialog box. * To return to the settings menu without formatting, press the left button or select “No” and press the shutter button. 3.
Toggling the Sound Effects By default, the camera’s sound effects (including the shutter sound, power-on and power-off sounds, and all button sounds) are on. Turn them off as described below. 1. With the camera on (see page 10), press the settings button to enter the settings menu. 2. Select “Sound Effect” by pressing the up button or the down button, then press the right button or the shutter button to enter the sound effect submenu.
Transferring Files from the Camera Copy files (photos, videos, or both) to a computer as described below. * For all steps below, make sure the camera is dry and use dry hands. 1. Use the included USB cable to connect the camera to a computer (see the second and third paragraphs on page 8). * The camera can be connected whether the camera is on or off. If the camera is off, it automatically turns on once it is connected. * Connect the camera directly to the computer, not via a peripheral, such as a USB hub.
Troubleshooting If, for whatever reason, the camera hangs or freezes, try removing any memory cards from the camera (see page 7). If that does not work, or if the camera does not have any memory cards in it, try resetting the camera. To reset the camera, remove the silicone cover (see step 1 on page 5) and locate the small hole next to the memory card slot. Then use a toothpick to press the reset button inside the small hole gently.
Warnings and Precautions Before using the camera, this instruction manual should be read in its entirety and its instructions should be followed carefully. In particular, all warnings and precautions in this section and any other warnings and precautions in the rest of this instruction manual should be heeded. Failure to heed these warnings and precautions will void the warranty. Water Resistance The camera is IP67 certified.
Do not take a shower with the camera or take the camera to a bath with any water jets, such as a jacuzzi. Make sure the silicone cover is closed (see step 3 on page 5) before submerging the camera or otherwise bringing the camera in contact with any water to prevent water from entering and damaging the camera. Do not remove the silicone cover when the camera is underwater, for obvious reasons, or in areas exposed to high humidity, water spray, high winds, dust, dirt, or sand.
page 10) and the silicone cover is closed (see step 3 on page 5). Use your fingers to rub away any dirt or other residues, such as sunscreen. Then wipe the camera with a soft, dry, and clean cloth and leave the camera to dry in an area that is well ventilated. Do not remove the silicone cover, charge the camera, or use the camera’s Micro-B USB port until the camera is completely dry.
Do not place the camera on an unstable surface, as the camera might fall and cause injury. Do not aim the camera directly at extremely bright light sources, such as the sun, or else the camera's sensor might be damaged. Do not insert objects into the microphone hole, or else the camera’s water resistance might be compromised and the microphone might be damaged. Do not remove or damage in any way the CE label on the bottom of the camera. 28 © 2020 Z INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (Hong Kong).
Specifications Model ZL_Cam Dimensions 101.5 mm x 71.4 mm x 32.8 mm (W x H x D) Weight 105.6 g Sensor CMOS 1/4 in Pixels 8.0 MP Zoom 4.0 X (digital zoom) Aperture f/2.8 Focal Length 6.0 mm Focus Range 30 cm (approximate) Focus Mode Auto White Balance Auto ISO Sensitivity ISO 100 – ISO 400 LCD Screen 2.0 in File Format JPG (photos), AVI (videos) Storage Internal memory (1 GB), microSD/SDHC memory cards Power Source 600 mAh integrated rechargeable Li-ion battery (3.
