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2. Approx 292 5g without batteries 69 Troubleshooting Cannot turn on The batteries are e Insert the the camcorder not inserted batteries correctly correctly See 2 2 Inserting the The batteries batteries have no power Please charge the battery See 2 3 Charging the battery The camera The auto power off e Turn the power suddenly turns function was on again off enabled Please charge the The camera is battery See 2 3 running out of Charging the battery power battery The captured Before the image When battery image is not is saved the indicator turns stored in power has been empty without memory cut off green bars replace the battery immediately The camera turns off when capturing image using self timer The image is out of focus Memory card cannot be used The camera is running out of battery power The subject is beyond focus range The memory card is protected The memory card contains non DCF images taken by other cameras Please charge the battery see 2 3 Charging the battery Please take a picture within the available focus range and choose normal or macro mode See 3 2 2 Using the macro function Unlock the memory card Format the memory card See 4 5 5 Format Before formatting the card ensure you back up the files All buttons are Short circuit e Remove the inactive occurred when batteries from connec
3. The larger screen size requires more memory storage space 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode 2 Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Resolution option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Press the joystick left and right to select QVGA WVGA 720P or 1080P Press the center joystick button to confirm b Camcorder White Balance 4 Ean Mi bis Camcorder White Balance 4 Resolution 7208 Night Mode bs Select D Ok Night Mode l bs Select D Ok 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu Notes 1 The LCD displays the 16 9 ratio while setting as WVGA 720P 1080P video resolution 2 The LCD displays the 4 3 ratio while setting as QVGA video resolution 40 4 1 3 Color effect The camcorder can capture standard color images black and white images or sepia tone to give an old fashioned look 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode 2 Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Effect option Press the center Joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select Color B amp W or Sepia Press the center joystick button to confirm bis Camcorder bas Camcorder White Balance 4 White Balance 4 Resolution 720 Resolution T20 ee Night Mode Night Mode t b Select D Ok b Select D Ok 4 Press the Menu b
4. Camcorder mode See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol 1 E EV compensation indicator 2 Effect indicator 27 Night mode indicator White balance indicator Memory space indicator o Bee i status indicator GY No SD card SD card in Remaining recording time indicator 8 67 J AI Force and auto flash indicator gt 720P Resolution indicator 10 Battery indicator 11 E Histogram indicator 12 EIS Stabilizer indicator 13 pees LED light indicator 14 CI Macro indicator 15 Camcorder mode indicator 16 mea Zoom indicator Voice recorder mode See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol 1 Memory status indicator 28 SD card in EM No SD card Remaining recording time indicator 3 Battery indicator 4 Voice recorder mode indicator 3 1 2 Using the macro function This function can capture subjects close to the lens In macro mode subjects can be as close as 5 cm While in Camera Camcorder or Voice recorder modes move the Joystick right to activate the macro function and a C2 icon displays on the LCD screen Move the joystick again to return to normal mode 3 1 3 Using the zoom function The camcorder is equipped with 5x optical zoom and 4X digital zoom Move the Zoom button right to get closer to a subject Move the Zoom button left to move away from a subject 3 1 4 Usin
5. In Camcorder Playback mode press the REC STOP to pause restart playing In Camcorder and Camera mode 1 Move up down to adjust the exposure settings 2 Move right to enable the macro function A amp icon appears on the LCD screen when enabled Joystick 3 Move left to adjust the white balance settings In Camera Playback mode 1 Move right and left to view the stored images 2 When the image is zoomed in the LCD screen appears up down direction keys You may press the joystick to move the image Then you may press the center joystick button to switch the moving directions up down left right 3 In the Thumbnail mode move up down left right to select the thumbnail images and then press the center joystick button to view the image in full screen mode In Camcorder Playback mode 1 Press right and left to view the stored video clips and press the center joystick button to play stop the video clips 2 In Playing mode move right to fast forward d a video clip and move left to rewind a video clip 3 In the Thumbnail mode move up down left right to select a desired video clip and then press the center joystick button to show the video clip In SET mode press up and down to highlight menu items and press the center joystick button to confirm In Camera mode press to take a photo lo Shutter O b In Camcorder mode you can also utton press t
6. Press the joystick up and down to locate the file you want to protect and press the center joystick button to confirm A lock amp icon is displayed to show that the file is protected Photo Delete One mk Delete All D Autoplay T he ey k The pe Select D Ok D gt Select D Set Note a To unlock a file repeat the above steps The lock icon disappears when the file is unlocked 55 4 43 Slide show The camcorder includes a slide show function which displays each image in turn with a regular interval between pictures 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu 2 Move the joystick up and down to select the Autoplay option and press the center joystick button The images are displayed automatically bs Select D Ok 3 Press the Menu button to stop the slide show 56 4 4 4 DPOF Use the DPOF Digital Print Order Format function to tag pictures stored in the memory card with print information 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu Move the joystick up and down to highlight the DPOF option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu p Select D Ok Move the joystick left and right to select X or V Press the center joystick button to confirm and then
7. Move the joystick left and right to select Auto Sunny Cloudy Tungsten or Fluorescent Press the center joystick button to confirm Camera White Balance amp i Resolution 3M Effect TE Effect TE Night Mode Night Mode N p Select D Ok p Select D Ok 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu 48 4 3 2 Resolution Use this option to set the size of the captured image Larger images contain more detail and therefore use more memory space 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode 2 Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Resolution option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select from 3M 5Mor 8M Press the center joystick button to confirm Camera Camera White Balance amp White Balance Resolution 3M i Emme ln Night Mode 2 Night Mode b gt Select D Ok p Select D Ok 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu 49 4 3 3 Color effect The camcorder can capture standard color images black and white images or sepia tone to give an old fashioned look 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode 2 Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Effect option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select Color B amp W or Sepia Press the center joystick button to c
8. al as soon as possible If the fluid is swallowed first rinse mouth with water then drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting Go to the hospital as soon as possible Operation conditions This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas In areas subject to direct sunlight In areas subject to high humidity or dust Near air conditioners heaters or other areas subject to temperature extremes Inside of a closed vehicle especially one parked in the sun In areas subject to strong vibration Power supply Use only the type of battery that came with your camera Using any other type of battery may damage the equipment and invalidate the warranty Ensure the battery is inserted correctly Inserting the battery incorrectly can cause damage to the product and possibly start a fire vii e Remove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camera is not going to be used for a long time e Ifthe battery is crushed or damaged remove it immediately to avoid the battery fluid leakage and abnormal expansion Before You Start Take some test shots before performing a formal recording Before taking pictures with this DV camera in any important occasion such as a wedding ceremony or an overseas trip do test the DV camera beforehand to ensure that it functions properly Any additional loss caused by the malfuncti
9. ard An SD card can be installed in the camcorder to provide additional storage space for still images video clips or other files 1 Open the LCD screen cover and move the SD card cover latch in the direction of the arrow to open the SD card compartment cover 2 Insert an SD card making sure the contacts are facing upwards 12 3 Close the SD card compartment cover 2 2 Inserting the batteries This camcorder is designed to use a rechargeable Li ion battery Only use the batteries supplied or similar batteries recommended by the manufacturer or your dealer Note Install the battery exactly as described here Installing the battery incorrectly could cause damage to the camcorder and possibly start a fire 1 Slide the battery cover latch as shown and then the battery cover opens automatically 2 14 3 Close the battery cover as shown 2 3 Charging the battery You can charge the battery with the charging unit provided Follow the below steps to charge your battery 1 Insert the Li ion battery into the charging bay Connect one end of the power cord to the charging unit and then plug the other end to the wall outlet as shown 2 The red LED will light up for proper charging 3 After full charge the LED turns to green 4 It takes about 180 minutes to achieve full charge Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions 2 4 Turning on off t
10. attempt to open the casing or attempt your own repairs High voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed Do not drop or knock the product Rough handling may damage the internal components Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the product Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth Do not fire the flash while it is too close to the subject s eyes Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired too close to the eyes When using the flash the camera should be at least one meter from the eyes of the subject Do not open battery cover while an image is being recorded Doing so will not only make storage of the current image impossible it can also corrupt other image data already stored in file If the product or any of its accessories are not working properly take them to your nearest qualified service center The personnel there will assist you and if necessary arrange for the product to be repaired Test for proper operation before using the camera Notes on the LCD Screen Be very careful to ensure the fluid contained in the LCD screen does not escape if the screen becomes cracked or damaged If this occurs follow these steps If the fluids make contact with skin wipe it with a clean cloth then rinse with a large amount of water If the fluid makes contact with eyes wash eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and go to the hospit
11. ays on the screen Press the Zoom button left to view six thumbnail images video clips on the LCD screen 100 0013 Bye 3 Press the joystick up and down to highlight an image or a video clip and press the center joystick button to view the image or playback the video clip or voice file in full screen mode 4 Press the ZOOM button left to return to thumbnail view 38 4 Using the menus Read this section to learn how to configure the camcorder settings and use the advanced features 4 1 Camcorder menu When in Camcorder mode press the Menu button to show the camcorder options menu 4 1 1 White balance Use this option to correct color difference for different lighting conditions When white balance is set to Auto the camcorder automatically compensates for different lighting conditions 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode 2 Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the White Balance option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select Auto Sunny Cloudy Tungsten or Fluorescent Press the center Joystick button to confirm fw Camcorder I camcorder White Balance 4 yx Night Mode a Night Mode b gt Select D Ok b gt Select D Ok 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu 39 4 1 2 Video resolution Use the resolution option to determine the resolution of the captured video
12. der mode press the Playback button The most recent file displays on the LCD screen ent Camcorder playback mode indicator 4 cn 2 Move the joystick right and left to select a desired video clip and press the center joystick button The video clip starts playing 3 Move the joystick left to rewind the video clip and move the joystick right to fast forward 4 Press the REC STOP button to pause the video playback Press the REC STOP button again to resume the video playback 5 When viewing the video clip move the Zoom button left or right to adjust the volume 6 Press the center joystick button to stop playing 7 Press the Playback button again to return to Camcorder mode 22 2 8 Taking viewing pictures 2 8 1 Taking a still picture 1 Turn on the camcorder and move the Mode Dial to Camera mode Camera mode O W N Lr EVI 2 Use the LCD screen to frame the picture 3 Press the Shutter button to capture the image 4 The picture is automatically saved with an unique file name 23 2 8 2 Viewing images 1 In Camera mode press the Playback button The most recent image displays on the LCD screen Camera Playback mode 2 Press the joystick right and left to scroll through the images 3 Move the Zoom button right to zoom in the picture There are two direction keys appears on the LCD screen You may use the joystick to pan across the picture and press the center joystick button
13. e this function to delete files 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu 2 Move the joystick up and down to select the Delete One or Delete All options If you select Delete One the playback screen appears again Move the joystick left and right to locate the file you want to delete and press the center joystick button to confirm Photo Delete One DD bs Select D Ok 53 If you select Delete All press the center joystick button to display the submenu S Photo Delete One i Delete All Gi Protect I Autoplay i gt be Select Poe 3 Move the joystick left and right to select X or V and then press the center joystick button to delete Photo Delete One io lt a Protect _ Autoplay s jw be Select I Poe 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu Note Once deleted files cannot be recovered so make sure you have a backup before you delete Files that have been protected will not be deleted You have to unlock the files first before deleting them 54 4 4 2 Protect Use this function to protect files 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu 2 Move the joystick up and down to select the Protect option Then playback screen appears again
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15. elected press the center Joystick button to confirm Format dsl Default gt English Al Frequency Hz b Select D Ok 2 6 3 Setting the beep Turn on the camcorder and move the mode dial to SET Move the joystick up and down to highlight Beep Press the center joystick button to select it Histogram Auto PowerOff te TV standard TV b gt Select Ok Move the joystick left and right to select X Beep Off or V Beep On and press the center joystick button to confirm Auto PoweroOff ra TV standard TY p Select Ok 19 2 7 Shoot Playback video 27 1 Camcorder mode 20 1 ge ES DE Shooting a video clip Turn on the camcorder and move the mode dial to Camcorder mode Use the LCD screen to frame the video Press the REC STOP button to start recording Press the REC STOP button again to stop recording The video clip is automatically saved with a unique file name The maximum length of each video recording file is approximately 3 75 GB The high resolution settings result in larger files and therefore shorter length 3 The LCD preview and the ratio of a still image capture can vary depending on the different video resolution settings See the following table Taking pictures Video resolution Preview and focusing 16 9 ratio 4 3 ratio 4 Before shootinga video clip you can still take a photo in Camcorder mode 21 2 7 2 Playing the video clip 1 In Camcor
16. eo clip Voice Recorder mode See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol 1 10001 0001 Displays the number of current audio total number of recorded audio clips 2 Volume level 10 Memory status indicator 3 SD card in No SD card 4 The length of every audio clip 5 Play Pause indicator 6 De gt E Indicates press to Play Stop 34 7 COD Battery status indicator 8 File protect indicator 9 Voice playback mode 10 100 0001 Displays the file number of the audio cli 3 4 Camera Playback mode Use Camera Playback mode to review all the image files stored in the camcorder 3 4 1 Camera Playback mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camera Playback mode icons and symbols Displays the number of current image the total number of saved images 1 0001 0001 Memory status indicator 2 SD cardin No SD card 3 100 0001 Displays the file number of the photo 4 Battery status indicator 5 File protect indicator 6 Playback mode icon LiF DPOF Digital Print Order Format indicato 3 5 Thumbnail mode When in Camera Playback or Camcorder Playback modes press the ZOOM button left to show images as thumbnails 1 Turnon the camcorder and make sure it is in Camera Playback or Camcorder Playback mode 2 The most recent image video clip displ
17. g the LED light Use the LED light to illuminate subjects in dark environments Press the Light button to switch on the flash light and press again to switch it off 29 3 1 5 Using the Flash module auto and force Use the auto and force flash module to illuminate subjects in dark environments when press the shutter button You may switch the auto and force flash module by toggling the Flash switch The amp or displays on your camcorder when activated 3 1 6 Using the Stabilizer function Use the Stabilizer function to reduce vibration caused by camcorder shanks during a video shoot See section 4 1 5 Stabilizer 3 1 7 Quick access controls You can also make adjustments to exposure by pressing the joystick up and down In Camcorder and Camera modes press the joystick up and down to adjust the EV compensation settings Press the joystick left to choose white balance settings 30 3 2 Camera mode Use Camera mode to capture still pictures and store them in the on an SD card 3 2 1 Camera mode icons Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camera mode icons and symbols 0 0 0 3 Remaining number of photos EV compensation indicator EV 3 Effect indicator 2 Night mode indicator 5 3 White balance indicator 31 6 Memory status indicator SD card indicator No SD card a 7 b7 AI Force and auto flash indicator 8 OM File
18. he camcorder Press and hold the power button to turn the camcorder on off 2 5 Changing modes The camcorder can operate in three modes Camcorder Camera and SET Move the mode dial to toggle different modes 16 2 6 Before you start Before you start using the camcorder some basic settings such as date and time languages and beep function need to be configured 2 6 1 Setting the date and time 1 Turnon the camcorder and move the mode dial to SET Move the joystick up and down to highlight Date Time Press the center joystick button to confirm p Select D Ok 2 Move the joystick up and down to highlight each field and press the center joystick button to select a field 07 09 04 14 148008 he D Select D Ok 3 Adjust each value by moving the joystick up down left or right Press the center joystick button to save your changes 4 Press the joystick down to highlight V to leave the Date Time menu 17 2 6 2 18 Setting the language Turn on the camcorder and move the mode dial to SET Move the joystick up and down to highlight Language Press the center joystick button to select it Default 3 Language ae Frequency Hz bs Select D Ok Move the joystick left and right to select the following languages English Traditional Chinese Simplified Chinese German Italian Spanish French Turkish Portuguese Dutch Japanese Russian Korean and Arabic After the language is s
19. ions General Imaging 1 2 5 CMOS 5 0 Megapixel sensor sensor Active pixels Storage media Sensor sensitivity Color effects Lens Focus range 5 0 Megapixel Internal Built in 32MB Flash Memory For System Software Storage External SD Card Up to SDHC 64GB Class6 Auto Color B amp W Sepia 5X Optical zoom lens Wide F 3 2 f 6 26mm Tele F 6 8 f 30 75mm Normal 45cm inf Macro 5cm 45cm 67 General Video clips Still image Zoom Audio Video TFI Monitor LED light Video Strobe Camera 68 Format H 264 MOV Resolution OVGA 30fps WVGA 60fps 720P 60fps 1080P 30fps EIS Function WVGA 60fps 720p 60fps Formats JPEG DPOF EXIF Resolution 3MP 5MP 8MP Firmware interpolation Camcorder 5X Optical Zoom 2X Digital Zoom 1080P 4X Digital Zoom others Camera 5X optical zoom 4X digital zoom Still Image Playback Digital Zoom Max 8X Yes 3 0 TFT 960 x 240 pixels Mode 0 5m 1m Effective Range On Off Effective Range 1m 1 5m Mode Auto Off On General White balance EV compensation Self timer PC interface TV out format Shutter Auto power off Power supply Dimension Weight Auto Sunny Cloudy Tungsten Fluorescent 2 0 EV 2 0 EV Off 5 10 seconds USB 2 0 high speed NTSC PAL Component Output 1 1 2000 sec Off 1 min 5 min options Li Ion battery NP 120 battery 57 W x 70 H x 129 D mm
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21. lace for future reference About this manual Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual are correct and up to date However no guarantee is made regarding the accuracy of the contents If the contents of this manual do not tally with the camera please take the camera as a criterion and our company reserves the right to change the contents or technical rules without notice in advance Also the manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical specification in advance without notice If the accessories do not tally with the actual package please take the actual package as a criterion Copyright Copyright 2008 All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical manual or otherwise without the prior written permission of the manufacturer Precautions General precautions VI Do not use or store the product in dusty dirty or sandy areas as its components may be damaged Do not store the product in a hot environment High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices damage batteries and warp or melt certain plastics Do not store the product in cold areas When the product warms up to its normal temperature moisture can form inside which may damage the electronic circuits Do not
22. o take a photo before recording a video clip 5 Playback In Camcorder and Camera mode press PLAYBACK button to enter playback mode Display Press once to turn off all OSD icons and button press again to display all OSD icons off In Camcorder and Camera modes press right left to zoom in and out In Camera Playback mode 1 Press right to zoom in your photo 2 Press left to show all stored files Zoom in a 3x2 matrix thumbnail view eo button In Camcorder Playback mode 1 Press left to show all stored video clips in a 3x2 matrix thumbnail view 2 Press left right to increase or decrease the volume of the video clip you are playing In Camcorder and Camera modes LIGHT as press the button to turn on off the increase light SD card Slide the latch to open the SD card cover latch cover when you insert the SD card 1 4 8 About the LEDs The following table describes the camera LEDs Power Status i Red Binin Self timer is activated 5 and flash in charge Red Blinking 2 seconds self timer Rapidly remaining Red Blinking Self timer is activated Red Blinking 2 seconds self timer Rapidly remaining 11 2 Getting started Read this section to learn how to start using the camcorder This section covers basic functions such as switching on inserting the battery and memory cards and configuring preliminary settings See later chapters for advanced functions 2 1 Inserting an SD c
23. ode only 2X digital zoom is supported 1 3 Unpacking the camcorder The following items should be present in the package If any item is missing or appears damaged contact your dealer immediately Camcorder Pouch User manual Component video USB cable AV cable Battery charger cable Power cord Li ion battery CD ROM NP 120 Application software 1 4 About the camcorder Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the buttons and controls of this camcorder 1 4 1 Front view 14 2 Top view Battery cover latch Shutter button Zoom Volume button 1 4 3 Bottom view pat Tripod mount 14 4 Right view Lens cover latch Microphone Flash switch LCD screen cover 1 4 5 Left view Battery cover Speaker Hand strap 14 6 Back view REC Power LED Mode dial Camera Status LED Joystick HD Output USB AV Output REC STOP button 1 4 7 Adjusting the LCD display Flip and twist the LCD screen as shown while capturing a still image or recording a video clip See the table below for a description of each button s function Button Name Function i Press and hold to turn power on off button ven Mena Press to display main OSD menus button Use to turn Camcorder Camera and SET modes In Camcorder mode press 1 the REC STOP button to start and stop mole recording
24. on of this product such as costs of photography or any loss of benefit generated by the photography is not the responsibility of the manufacturer and no compensation will be given for it Copyright information Take care to observe No Photography notices in certain locations In these cases you cannot record any live performance improvisation or exhibits even for personal purposes Any transfer of pictures or memory card data must be conducted under the constraints of copyright law viii 1 Introducing the camcorder Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the camcorder This chapter also covers system requirements package contents and descriptions of the hardware components 1 1 System requirements The camcorder requires a PC with the following specifications e Windows Vista XP 2000 operating system Intel Pentium 4 2 8GHz CPU or higher 3GHz recommended At least 512 MB of RAM or higher 1GB recommended 64MB or Greater Video Card Standard USB 1 1 port or higher Note A USB 1 1 port may enable you to transfer files to and from your host PC but transfer speeds may be much faster with a USB 2 0 port 1 2 Features The camcorder offers a variety of features and functions including e HD Digital camcorder e Digital camera max 8 Megapixels Additionally the camcorder also features 5X optical zoom 4X digital zoom USB mass storage and an SD card reader Note In 1080p m
25. onfirm Camera Camera White Balance amp White Balance 4 Resolution 3M Resolution 3M Cie a ae Night Mode N Night Mode p Select D Ok p Select D Ok 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu 50 4 3 4 Night mode Use this function to shoot a better video clip quality in dark environments 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode 2 Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Night Mode option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select Off or Night mode option Press the center joystick button to confirm Camera Camera White Balance J White Balance Resolution 3M Resolution 3M Effect Night Mode FJD b gt Select D Ok DO Select Pinel 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu SI 4 3 5 Self timer Use the self timer function to take a photo of yourself 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode 2 Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Selftimer option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select Off 5 seconds or 10 seconds options Press the center joystick button to confirm Camera Camera Selftimer p Select D Ok b gt Select D Ok 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu 52 4 4 Camera playback menu 441 Delete Us
26. press the Menu button A 4 DPOF icon is displayed to show that the file is ordered to print Photo DD Select p Ok Press the Playback button again to exit the image 1 A memory card is required for DPOF function 2 If DPOF is set all photos are ordered to print 57 4 5 System menu The system menu is used to configure miscellaneous camera functions 4 5 1 Setting the beep See section 2 6 3 Setting the Beep 4 5 2 Histogram Mode Use this function to display a histogram graph on LCD screen This function can help you to capture a better photo video clip 1 Turnon the camcorder and switch to SET mode 2 Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Histogram option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select Histogram or Off options Press the center joystick button to confirm Beep li Qs Auto PowerOff Auto PowerOff TV standard TV TV standard iv b gt Select D Ok p Select D Ok 58 45 3 Auto power off Use this function to switch the camcorder off automatically after a period of inactivity for power saving 1 Turnon the camcorder and switch to SET mode 2 Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Auto Power Off option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select Off 1 minute or 5 minutes Press the center joystick button to confirm His
27. r V and press the center joystick button to confirm Default S Frequency Al bs Select D Ok Language Frequency bs Select D Ok 4 5 7 Language See section 2 6 2 Setting the language 62 4 5 8 Frequency Use the Frequency option to set the frequency system for your area To set the frequency 1 Turnon the camcorder and switch to SET mode 2 Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Frequency option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select 50 Hz or 60 Hz Press the center joystick button to confirm Default Do Default es 501 Orr bs Select D Ok D Frequency Al bs Select D Ok 45 9 Date time See section 2 6 1 Setting the date and time 63 5 Installing the software and drivers Read this section to learn how to install the software for the camera 5 1 Presto Video Works Presto Video Works is an advanced software application for editing video To install Presto Video Works 1 Insert the supplied CD into the CD ROM drive 2 If the CD ROM does not automatically boot use Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr exe file in the root directory The following screen is displayed Software Installer tao VEIL sel Install button NEL Me A gt sti UIckiLime 3 Click the Install button to begin the installation process and follow the instructions on screen More information about P
28. rd sound or image 44 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode 2 Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Capture Mode option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select Voice recorder or Video options Press the center joystick button to confirm b Camcorder bis Camcorder Stabilizer EIS SO ne Capture Mode is p Select D Ok p Select Poel 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu 4 2 Camcorder playback menu Use the playback menu to manage the files stored on the SD card 4 2 1 Delete Use this function to delete files 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camcorder Playback menu 2 Move the joystick up and down to select Delete One or Delete All options If you select Delete One the playback screen appears again Move the joystick right and left to locate the file you want to delete and press the center joystick button to confirm Movie Delete One Di Delete All Gu Proteet_ __ p Select D Ok DS Select b Delete 45 46 If you select Delete All press the center joystick button to display the submenu Delete One ip ns Delete All fair Protect T bs Select D Ok 3 Move the joystick left and right to select X or V and press the center joystick but
29. resto Video Works 6 can be found in the help files when the application is started 64 5 2 Presto Mr Photo Presto Mr Photo is an advanced photo editing software application To install Presto Mr Photo 4 Insert the supplied CD into the CD ROM drive 5 If the CD ROM does not automatically boot use Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr exe file in the root directory The following screen is displayed Software Installer iis MS VA Siaa i MEO e iO ax ce man Instali button 6 Click the Install button to begin the installation process and follow the instructions on screen More information about Presto Mr Photo can be found in the help files when the application is started 65 5 3 Quick Time Quick Time is an easy to use application for playing the video clips stored in the camera or on the SD MMC card To install the Quick Time 1 Insert the supplied CD into the CD ROM drive 2 If the CD Rom doesn t automatically boot use Window Explore to execute the InstalMgr exe file in the root directory The following screen is displayed Software Installer ged NewSolt VideoWorks gt sa eoi e ae Cn 2 Sell z T QUIckirime gt stan Install button 3 Click the Install button to begin the installation process and follow the instructions on screen More information about Quick Time can be found in the help files when the application is started 66 Appendix Specificat
30. size indicator 9 Battery indicator 10 Ni Histogram indicator 11 ees LED light indicator 12 CI Macro indicator 13 Self timer indicator 14 Camera mode indicator 15 ine ha Zoom indicator 3 2 2 Using the macro function See section 3 1 2 Using the macro function 3 2 3 Using the zoom function See section 3 1 3 Using the zoom function 3 2 4 Using the LED light module See section 3 1 4 Using the LED light 3 2 5 Using the flash module auto and force See section 3 1 5 Using the Flash module auto and force 3 2 6 Quick access controls See section 3 1 7 Quick access controls 32 3 3 Camcorder Playback mode Use Camcorder Playback mode to review all the movie files stored on the SD card 3 3 1 Camcorder Playback mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camcorder Playback mode icons and symbols Camcorder playback mode Voice recorder playback mode Camcorder mode See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol 1 0001 0001 Displays the number of current camcorder total number of recorded video clips 2 Volume level 10 33 Memory status indicator 3 SD card in No SD card 4 The length of every video clip 5 B Play Pause indicator 6 Battery status indicator 7 m File protect indicator 8 Camcorder playback mode icon 9 100 0001 Displays the file number of the vid
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32. to switch between the panning directions up down left right 4 Press the Zoom button left fully to view the thumbnails of all stored images and then press the joystick up and down to select an image 5 Press the center joystick button to view the image in full screen mode 6 Press the Playback button again to return to Camera mode 24 2 9 Connecting to a computer Read this section to learn how to transfer files to a PC show the video clips or photos on a TV Connect the camcorder to a computer with the USB cable provided 2 10 Connecting to a standard TV Connect the camcorder to a standard TV as shown with the AV cable provided 25 2 11 Connecting to a HDTV Read this section to learn how to show the video clips or photos on a HDTV Connecting to a HDTV offers the high resolution for displaying the video clips or photos Connect the camcorder to a HD TV as shown with the component video cable and AV cable provided Component cable AV Cable il Il PEZZA IN j s f Ur 26 3 Using the camcorder Read this section to learn how to use the camcorder 3 1 Camcorder and voice recorder mode Use this mode to capture video clips or record voice and store them on an SD card 3 1 1 Camcorder and voice recorder mode Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camcorder and voice recorder mode icons and symbols Camcorder mode Voice recorder mode
33. togram Auto PowerOff M RORY TV standard TU TV standard TU p Select D Ok p Select D Ok 59 4 5 4 TV standard Use the TV option to set the TV system for the area 1 Turnon the camcorder and switch to SET mode 2 Move the joystick up and down to highlight the TV standard option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select NTSC or PAL and press the center joystick button to confirm Auto PowerOff Auto PowerOff TV standard E NTSC RA b Select D Ok b Select D Ok 60 4 5 5 Format Use this function to format the current storage media This format action will delete everything on the media 1 Turnon the camcorder and switch to SET mode 2 Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Format option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select X or V and press the center joystick button to confirm Format M egg Default S Default S AR Language Frequency Hz Frequency Hz b Select D Ok b Select D Ok 4 The current media memory card is formatted 61 4 5 6 Default Use this option to reset all settings to the default settings 1 Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode 2 Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Default option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select X o
34. ton to delete Movie Delete One i lt a Protest __ _ bs Select D Ok 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu Note Once deleted files cannot be recovered so make sure you have a backup before you delete Files that have been protected will not be deleted You have to unlock the files first before deleting them 4 2 2 Protect Use this function to lock files to prevent accidental deletion 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display Camcorder Playback menu 2 Move the joystick up and down to select the Protect option Then playback screen appears again Move the joystick to locate the file you want to protect and press the center joystick button to confirm A lock amp icon is displayed to show that the file is protected BS Movie Delete One mE Delete All D b Select D Ok DS Select b Set Note gt To unlock a file repeat the above steps The lock icon disappears when the file is unlocked 47 4 3 Camera menu In Camera mode press the Menu button to show the Camera Options menu 4 3 1 White balance Use this option to correct color difference due to lighting conditions 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode 2 Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the White Balance option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3
35. utton again to exit the menu 41 4 1 4 Night mode Use this function to shoot a better video clip quality in dark environments 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode 2 Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Night Mode option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select Off or Night mode options Press the center joystick button to confirm Camera Camera White Balance amp White Balance Resolution 3M Resolution 3M Effect Night Mode FJD p Select D Ok p Select D Ok 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu 42 4 1 5 Stabilizer Use this function to reduce vibration caused by camcorder shakes during a video shoot 1 Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode 2 Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Stabilizer option Press the center joystick button to display the submenu 3 Move the joystick left and right to select Off or Stabilizer options Press the center joystick button to confirm Stabilizer AS ie RA Capture Mode Capture Mode i ee p Select D Ok p Select D Ok 4 Press the Menu button again to exit the menu 5 Anicon EIS displays on the screen Note Stabilizer function is available in video resolution WVGA and 720P only 43 4 1 6 Capture mode Use this function to reco

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