AGFA DV-1005 User Manual

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APDV-1005

HD Camcorder

User’s Manual

About this manual.........................................................v

Precautions...................................................................vi

Before You Start..........................................................viii

1 Introducing the camcorder.......................1

1.1 System requirements............................................1

1.2 Features...............................................................1

1.3 Unpacking the camcorder....................................2

1.4 About the camcorder............................................3

1.4.1 Front view................................................3

1.4.2 Top view...................................................3

1.4.3 Bottom view.............................................4

1.4.4 Right view................................................4

1.4.5 Left view...................................................5

1.4.6 Back view.................................................5

1.4.7 Control Panel...........................................6

1.4.8 Adjusting the LCD display......................7

1.4.9 About the LEDs......................................12

2 Getting started........................................13

2.1 Inserting an SD card..........................................13

2.2 Inserting the batteries........................................15

2.3 Charging the battery..........................................17

2.4 Turning on/ off the camcorder...........................17

2.5 Changing modes................................................17

2.6 Before you start..................................................18

2.6.1 Setting the date and time.......................18

2.6.2 Setting the language..............................19

2.6.3 Setting the beep......................................20

2.7 Shoot/Playback video.........................................21

2.7.1 Shooting a video clip.............................21

2.7.2 Playing the video clip............................23

2.8 Taking/viewing pictures.....................................24

2.8.1 Taking a still picture..............................24

2.8.2 Viewing images.....................................25

2.9 Connecting to a computer..................................26

2.10 Connecting to a standard TV..............................26

2.11 Connecting to a HDTV......................................27

3 Using the camcorder...............................28

3.1 Camcorder mode................................................28

3.1.1 Camcorder mode...................................28

3.1.2 Using the macro function......................29

3.1.3 Using the zoom function.......................29

3.1.4 Using the LED light...............................30

3.1.5 Using the Flash module, auto and force30

3.1.6 Using the Stabilizer function.................30

3.1.7 Quick access controls.............................30

3.2 Camera mode.....................................................31

3.2.1 Camera mode icons...............................31

3.2.2 Using the macro function......................32

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3.2.3 Using the zoom function.......................32

3.2.4 Using the LED light module.................32

3.2.5 Quick access controls.............................32

3.3 Camcorder Playback mode.................................33

3.3.1 Camcorder Playback mode icons..........33

3.4 Camera Playback mode......................................35

3.4.1 Camera Playback mode icons...............35

3.5 Thumbnail mode................................................36

4 Using the menus......................................37

4.1 Camcorder menu...............................................37

4.1.1. Video resolution.....................................37

4.1.2. Video quality..........................................38

4.1.3. White balance.........................................40

4.1.4. Color effect.............................................41

4.1.5. Stabilizer.................................................42

4.1.6. Dual Video mode...................................43

4.2 Camcorder playback menu.................................44

4.2.1 Delete......................................................44

4.2.2 Protect.....................................................46

4.2.3 Autoplay................................................47

4.3 Camera menu....................................................48

4.3.1 Resolution..............................................48

4.3.2 Photo Quality.........................................49

4.3.3 White balance.........................................49

4.3.4 Color effect.............................................50

4.3.5 Selftimer.................................................51

4.3.6 Aspect Ratio...........................................52

4.4 Camera playback menu......................................53

4.4.1 Delete......................................................53

4.4.2 Protect.....................................................55

4.4.3 Autoplay................................................56

4.5 System menu......................................................57

4.5.1 Setting the beep......................................57

4.5.2 Auto power off.......................................57

4.5.3 TV standard............................................58

4.5.4 Format....................................................59

4.5.5 Default....................................................60

4.5.6 Language................................................60

4.5.7 Frequency...............................................61

4.5.8 Date/time...............................................61

5 Installing the software and drivers........62

5.1 Presto! Video Works...........................................62

5.2 Presto! Mr. Photo...............................................63

5.3 Quick Time........................................................64

Appendix.....................................................................65

Specifications...............................................................65

Troubleshooting...........................................................68

Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder. Ensure that you read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place 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 camcorder, please take the camcorder 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.

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

· 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 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 camcorder 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 camcorder.

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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 hospital 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 camcorder is designed for use in temperatures ranging

from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

· Do not use or keep the camcorder 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 camcorder.

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.

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· Remove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camcorder

is not going to be used for a long time.

· If the 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 camcorder in any important occasion (such as a wedding ceremony or an overseas trip), do test the camcorder beforehand to ensure that it functions properly. Any additional loss caused by the malfunction 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.

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.

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:

· Windows® Vista / XP operating system

· Intel® Pentium 4 2.8GHz CPU or higher (3GHz recommended)

· At least 1GB of RAM or higher (1GB recommended)

· 64MB or Greater Video Card

· Standard USB 1.1 port or higher

· At least 200MB of available disk space

l 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:

· HD Digital camcorder

· Digital camera (max. 12 Megapixels)

Additionally, the camcorder also features 5X optical zoom, 10X digital zoom, USB mass storage, a LCD touch screen and EIS function.

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

USB cable

Power cord

Remote control

(optional)

Pouch User manual

DC-in adapter

(optional)

AV cable

Li-ion battery

NP-120

Battery charger

HDMI cable

(optional)

CD-ROM

(Application software)

LED light

timer LED

lash

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

Lens

Self-

1.4.2 Top view

Battery cover latch Shutter button

Zoom/ Volume button

1.4.3 Bottom view

Tripod mount

1.4.4 Right view

LCD Display

Microphone

Output

Joystick

tatus LED

1.4.5 Left view

Battery cover

1.4.6 Back view

LCD display

Playback button

Hand strap

DC-in/AV/USB

Power/Camera

Mode dial

REC/STOP

button

SD card cover latch

SD card cover

Power button

LED light

Flash button

Menu button

1.4.7 Control Panel

Speaker

display

Display button

1.4.8 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

Power button

Menu button

Mode dial

Joystick

Press to turn power on/off.

Press to display main OSD menus.

Use to turn Camcorder, Camera, and SET modes.

l In Camcorder and Camera mode:

1. Move up/ down to adjust the

exposure settings.

2. Move right to enable the macro

function. A icon appears on the LCD screen when enabled.

3. Move left to adjust the white

balance settings.

l 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. Move the joystick up to enter the

Thumbnail mode.

4. 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.

l 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 a video clip and move left to rewind a video clip.

3. Move the joystick up to enter the

Thumbnail mode.

4. 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.

l In SET mode, press left and right to

highlight menu items and press the

center joystick button to confirm.

l In Camera mode, press to take a

Shutter button

photo.

l In Camcorder mode, you can

also press to take a photo before and during recording a video clip.

REC/Stop button

Playback button

Display button

Zoom button

l In Camcorder mode, press to start

recording a video clip.

In Camcorder and Camera mode, press to enter playback mode.

Press once to turn off all OSD icons and press again to display all OSD icons off.

l In Camcorder and Camera modes,

press right/ left to zoom in and out.

l In Camera Playback mode, press

right to zoom in your photo.

l In Camcorder Playback mode, press

left/ right to increase or decrease the volume of the video clip you are playing.

LED light button

Flash button

SD card cover latch

Battery cover latch

l In Camcorder and Camera modes,

press the button to turn on/ off the increase light.

l In Camera modes, press the button

to switch between the flash modes.

l Slide the latch to open the SD card

cover when you insert/remove the SD card.

l Slide the latch to open the battery

card cover when you insert/remove the battery.

1.4.9 About the LEDs

The following table describes the camcorder LEDs:

LED Color Definition

Power / Rec./ Camcorder Status

Self-timer

Green Power-on

Green/ Red Blinking

Red Camcorder busy

Red Blinking Self-timer is activated.

Red Blinking Rapidly

Recording

2 seconds self-timer remaining.

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 card

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.

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.

l 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. Insert the battery as shown.

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 290 minutes to achieve full charge. Actual

charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions.

2.4 Turning on/ off the 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.

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. Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.

Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight Date / Time. Press the center joystick button to confirm.

2. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight each field.

3. Adjust each value by moving the joystick up, down, or

tap the / . Press the center joystick button or tap to save your changes and leave the Date/ Time menu.

4. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

2.6.2 Setting the language

1. Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.

Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight Language. Press the center joystick button to enter the Language menu.

2. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select

the following languages: English, Japanese, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Turkish, German, Russian, and Arabic. Move the joystick up and down or tap

/ to go to the previous/next page. After the language is selected, press the center joystick button or tap to confirm.

3. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

2.6.3 Setting the beep

1. Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.

Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight Beep. Press the center joystick button to enter the Beep menu.

2. Move the joystick left and right to select Beep Off or

Beep On options. Pess the center joystick button or tap

to confirm.

3. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

Notes:

Remove the LCD protective film to increase the sensitivity of the touch panel.

2.7 Shoot/Playback video

2.7.1 Shooting a video clip

1. Turn on the camcorder and move the mode dial to

Camcorder mode.

Camcorder mode

2. Use the LCD screen to frame the video.

3. Press the REC/STOP button to start recording.

4. Press the REC/STOP button again to stop recording.

5. The video clip is automatically saved with a unique file

name.

Notes:

1. The maximum length of each video recording file

is approximately 3.75 GB.

2. The high-resolution settings result in larger files,

and therefore shorter length.

720P

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:

Video resolution Preview

WQVGA

WVGA

1080P

4. Before shooting a video clip, you can still take a

photo in Camcorder mode.

16:9 ratio

Taking pictures and focusing

4:3 ratio

Camcorder playback

2.7.2 Playing the video clip

1. In Camcorder mode, press the Playback button. The most

recent file displays on the LCD screen.

mode indicator

2. Move the joystick right and left to or tap /

select a desired video clip and press the center joystick

button or . The video clip starts playing.

3. Move the joystick left or tap to rewind the video

clip and move the joystick right or tap to fast forward.

4. Press the REC/ STOP button or tap to pause the

video playback. Press the REC/ STOP button again or tap

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 or tap to stop

playing. Tap to view the video clip in 1/2 x slow playback. Tap twice to toggle between 1/2x and 2x speeds. Tap then tap 1/4, 1/8 & 1/16 speeds.

7. Press the Playback button again to return to Camcorder

mode.

to toggle among

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

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 a unique file

name.

Camera

2.8.2 Viewing images

1. In Camera mode, press the Playback button. The most

recent image displays on the LCD screen.

Playback mode

2. Press the joystick right and left or tap / to

scroll through the images.

3. Move the Zoom button right to zoom in the picture.

There are four direction keys appears on the LCD screen. You may use the joystick to pan across the picture.

4. Move the joystick up fully or tap to view the

thumbnails of all stored images.

5. Move the joystick left and right to select an image. Move

the joystick up and down or tap / to go to the previous/next page

6. Press the center joystick button or tap to view the

image in full screen mode.

7. Press the Playback button again to return to Camera

mode.

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.

HD in

HD out

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 HDMI cable provided.

HDMI cable

Notes:

When connected to an HDTV, dual video output is supported. You can view videos on the TV and operate the LCD panel at the same time.

Camcorder mode

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3 Using the camcorder

Read this section to learn how to use the camcorder.

3.1 Camcorder mode

Use this mode to capture video clips or record voice and store them on an SD card.

3.1.1 Camcorder mode

Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camcorder mode icons and symbols.

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Camcorder mode:

See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.

Recording time elapsed

Memory status indicator

: SD card in

Stabilizer indicator

Dual video indicator

Color effect indicator

Quality indicator

Macro indicator

LED light indicator

Menu indicator. Tap to enter the video menu.

Battery indicator

EV compensation indicator

White balance indicator

Video resolution indicator

Camcorder mode indicator

Zoom 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 or Camcorder modes, move the joystick right to activate the macro function, and a 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 10X 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 Using the LED light

Use the LED light to illuminate subjects in dark environments.

Press the LED Light button to switch on the flash light and press again to switch it off.

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 button. The 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.

Camer

mode

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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.

See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.

Remaining number of photos

Memory status indicator

: SD card in

Aspect ratio indicator

Self-timer indicator

Stabilizer indicator

Color effect indicator

Quality indicator

Macro indicator

LED light indicator

Flash indicator

Menu indicator. Tap to enter the camera menu.

Battery indicator

EV compensation indicator

White balance indicator

Video resolution indicator

Camera mode indicator

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 Quick access controls

See section 3.1.7“Quick access controls”.

Camcorder playback mode

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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 mode:

See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.

Displays the elapsed time while playing the video clip

Volume level indicator

Fast forward icon. Tap to fast forward the video clip

Slow motion icon. Tap to play the video in slow motion

Stop icon. Tap to stop the video.

Pause icon. Tap to pause the video.

Rewind icon. Tap to rewind the video.

File protect indicator

Camcorder playback mode icon

Displays the file number of the video clip

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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.

See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.

Next icon. Tap to go to the next image.

Thumbnail icon. Tap to display images in thumbnail.

Menu icon. Tap to display the playback menu.

Back icon. Tap to return to the previous image.

Camera playback mode icon.

File number indicator

File protect indicator

3.5 Thumbnail mode

When in Camera Playback or Camcorder Playback modes, move the joystick up or tap to show images as thumbnails.

1. Turn on the camcorder and make sure it is in Camera

Playback or Camcorder Playback mode.

2. The most recent image /video clip displays on the screen.

Move the joystick up or tap to view six thumbnail images /video clips on the LCD screen.

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen

highlight an image or a video clip. Move the joystick up and down or tap / to go to the previous/next page.

4. Press the center joystick button or tap to view the

image or playback the video clip in full screen mode.

5. Move the joystick up or tap to return to

thumbnail view.

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 or tap to show the camcorder options menu.

4.1.1. Video resolution

Use the resolution option to determine the resolution of the captured video. 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 or tap to enter the

Camcorder menu.

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the Resolution option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Press the joystick left and right to select 1080i/60FPS,

1080P/30FPS, 720P/60FPS, 720P/30FPS, WVGA/60FPS, WVGA/30FPS, or WQVGA/240FPS. Press the center joystick button or tap to confirm and exit the submenu.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu. l Note:

In 1080P mode, you can capture a photo when the video is recording. The still image resolution is 2560*1440.

4.1.2. Video quality

There are two different levels of video quality setting. Higher quality video needs more memory storage space.

1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder

mode.

2. Press the Menu button or tap to enter the

Camcorder menu.

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the Quality option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Press the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select

the desired option. Press the center joystick button or tap

to confirm and exit the submenu.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

4.1.3. 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 or tap to enter the

Camcorder menu

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the White Balance menu. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Auto,

Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the center joystick button or tap to confirm and exit the submenu.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

4.1.4. 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 or tap to enter the

Camcorder menu

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the Effect menu. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Natural,

B&W, or Sepia. Press the center joystick button or tap

to confirm and exit the submenu.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

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 or tap to enter the

Camcorder menu

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the Stabilizer menu. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Off or

Stabilizer options. Press the center joystick button or tap

to confirm and exit the submenu.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

6. An icon displays on the screen.

1920*1080

4.1.6. Dual Video mode

Use this function to record two deferent resolution video clips at same time.

1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder

mode.

2. Press the Menu button or tap to enter the

Camcorder menu

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the Dual Video menu. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Off,

1080P/WQVGA, or 720P/ WQVGA . Press the center joystick button or tap to confirm and exit the submenu.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

l Note:

When this dual video function is enabled, the still image resolution of PIV is 1280*720. When dual video function is off, the still image resolution is

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 or tap to display the Camcorder Playback menu.

2. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select

Delete One or Delete All options.

If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again. Move the joystick right and left or tap / to locate the file you want to delete and press the center joystick button

or tap to confirm.

unlock the files first before deleting them.

If you select Delete All, a prompt appears on screen for confirmation. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select the desired option. Press the center joystick button or tap to confirm. All files stored in memory will be deleted.

3. Press the Menu button or tap to exit the menu.

l 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

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 or tap to display Camcorder Playback menu.

2. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select

Protect menu. Press the center joystick button or tap

to display the submenu.

3. Then playback screen appears again. Move the joystick or

tap / to locate the file you want to protect. Press the center joystick button or tap to protect or unprotect the file. A lock icon is displayed to show that the file is protected.

4. Press the Menu button again or tap to exit the

menu.

l Note:

To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The lock icon disappears when the file is unlocked.

4.2.3 Autoplay

This camcorder includes an Autoplay function, which plays each video clip in turn.

1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder

mode. Press the Playback button and then press the

Menu button or tap to display Camcorder Playback menu.

2. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select

Autoplay menu. Press the center joystick button or tap

to display the submenu.

3. Move the joystick right and left or tap the screen to select

the desired options. Press the center joystick button or tap

to confirm.

4. Press the Menu button again or tap to exit the

menu.

4.3 Camera menu

In Camera mode, press the Menu button to show the Camera Options menu.

4.3.1 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 or tap to enter the Camera

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the Resolution menu. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Move the joystick left and right to select from 12M, 10M,

5M, 2M, 10M burst or 2M burst. Press the center joystick button or tap to confirm.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

4.3.2 Photo Quality

There are two different levels of video quality setting. Higher quality video needs more memory storage space.

1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.

2. Press the Menu button or tap to enter the Camera

menu.

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the Quality option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Press the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select

the desired option. Press the center joystick button or tap

to confirm and exit the submenu.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

4.3.3 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 or tap to enter the Camera

menu.

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the White Balance option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Move the joystick left and right to select Auto, Sunny,

Cloudy, Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the center joystick button or tap to confirm.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

4.3.4 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 or tap to enter the Camera

menu.

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the Effect menu. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Natural,

B&W, or Sepia. Press the center joystick button or tap

to confirm and exit the submenu.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

4.3.5 Selftimer

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 or tap to enter the Camera

menu.

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the Selftimer menu. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Off, 5

seconds, or 10 seconds options. Press the center joystick button or tap to confirm.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

4.3.6 Aspect Ratio

Use the aspect ratio function to adjust the aspect ratio of the display.

1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.

2. Press the Menu button or tap to enter the Camera

menu.

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to

highlight the Aspect Ratio menu. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

4. Move the joystick left and right or tap to select 4:3, 16:9,

or 3:2 options. Press the center joystick button or tap

to confirm.

5. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

4.4 Camera playback menu

4.4.1 Delete

Use 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 or tap to display the Camera Playback menu.

2. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select

Delete One or Delete All options.

If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again. Move the joystick right and left or tap / to locate the file you want to delete and press the center joystick button

or tap to confirm.

unlock the files first before

deleting them.

3. Press the Menu button or tap to exit the menu.

l 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

4.4.2 Protect

Use this function to lock files to prevent accidental deletion.

1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.

Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button or tap to display Camera Playback menu.

2. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select

Protect menu. Press the center joystick button or tap

to display the submenu.

3. Then playback screen appears again. Move the joystick or

tap / to locate the file you want to protect. Press the center joystick button or tap to protect or unprotect the file. A lock icon is displayed to show that the file is protected.

4. Press the Menu button again or tap to exit the

menu.

l Note:

To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The lock icon disappears when the file is unlocked.

4.4.3 Autoplay

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 or tap to display Camera Playback menu.

2. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select

Autoplay menu. Press the center joystick button or tap

to display the submenu.

3. Move the joystick right and left or tap the screen to select

the desired options. Press the center joystick button or tap

to confirm. The images are displayed

automatically.

4. Press the Menu button again or tap to exit the

menu.

4.5 System menu

The system menu is used to configure miscellaneous camcorder functions.

4.5.1 Setting the beep

See section 2.6.3 “Setting the Beep”.

4.5.2 Auto power off

Use this function to switch the camcorder off automatically after a period of inactivity for power saving.

1. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.

2. Move the joystick left and right or tap highlight the Auto

Power Off option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Off, 5

minute, or 10 minutes. Press the center joystick button or tap to confirm.

4.5.3 TV standard

Use the TV option to set the TV system for the area.

1. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.

2. Move the joystick left and right or tap to highlight the TV

standard option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap to select NTSC or

PAL, and press the center joystick button or tap to confirm.

4.5.4 Format

Use this function to format the current storage media. This format action will delete everything on the media.

1. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.

2. Move the joystick left and right or tap to highlight the

Format option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

3. Move the joystick left and right or tap to select X or Ö, and

press the center joystick button or tap to confirm.

4. The current media (memory card) is formatted.

4.5.5 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 left and right highlight the Default

option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

3. Move the joystick left and right to select X or Ö, and press

the center joystick button to confirm.

4.5.6 Language

See section 2.6.2 “Setting the language”.

4.5.7 Frequency

Use the Frequency option to set the frequency system for your area.

To set the frequency:

1. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.

2. Move the joystick left and right 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 or tap to confirm.

4.5.8 Date/time

See section 2.6.1 “Setting the date and time”.

Install button

5 Installing the software and drivers

Read this section to learn how to install the software for the camcorder.

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.

3. Click the Install button to begin the installation process

and follow the instructions on-screen.

More information about Presto! Video Works 6 can be found in the help files when the application is started.

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.

Install 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.

5.3 Quick Time

Quick Time is an easy-to-use application for playing the video clips stored in the camcorder 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:

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.

Appendix

Specifications

General

Imaging sensor

Active pixels

Storage media Internal: Built-in 128MB Flash Memory

Sensor sensitivity

Color effects Natural/B&W/Sepia

Lens

Focus range

1/2.3” CMOS 10.0 Megapixel sensor

10.0 Megapixel

External: SD Card (Up to SDHC 16GB Class6)

Auto

5X Optical zoom lens Wide: F3.5~F32, f=6.8mm

Tele: F3.7~F33.8, f=34mm (38-190mm equivalent to 35mm) 8G11E with ND filter

Normal: 10cm ~ inf. (Wide) 1m ~inf. (tele) Macro: 2cm ~ 80cm (Wide)

General

Still image Formats: JPEG (EXIF2.2), DCF

Resolution: 2M, 5M, 10M, 12M (Firmware interpolation) Continuous Shots: 10M, Max. 7 photos/sec; 2M, Max. 30 photos/sec.

Movie clips Format: H.264 (MOV)

Resolution: WQVGA (240fps), WVGA (30fps), WVGA (60fps), 720p (30fps), 720p (60fps), 1080p (30fps), 1080i (60fps)

Zoom Movie: 5X Optical Zoom, 10X Digital

Zoom Camera: 5X Optical zoom, 10X Digital zoom Playback: Still Image (8X)

TFT Monitor 3.0” TFT (960 x 240 pixels) (16:9)

LED light (Video)

Effective Range: 0.5m ~ 1m Mode: On / Off

Strobe (Camera)

White balance Auto/Sunny/Cloudy/Tungsten/

Mode: Auto / Forced / Off

Fluorescent

General

EV compensation

Self-timer Off, 5, 10 seconds

PC interface MSDC: USB 2.0 (high speed)

TV out format NTSC/PAL/ HDMI

Shutter Still: 1/2-1/2000

Auto power off

Power supply

Dimension 57 (W) x 70 (H) x 129 (D) mm

Weight Approx. 292±5g (without batteries)

-2.0 EV~+2.0 EV

Video: 1/30-1/4000

Off, 5 min., 10 min

Li-Ion battery NP-120 battery/DC-in via USB

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause

Cannot turn on the camcorder.

The camcorder suddenly turns off.

The captured image is not stored in memory.

The batteries are not inserted correctly.

The batteries have no power.

The auto power off function was enabled.

The camcorder is running out of battery power.

Before the image is saved the power has been cut off.

Solution

· Insert the

batteries correctly. (See

2.2 Inserting the batteries.)

· Please charge

the battery. (See

2.3 Charging the battery.)

· Turn the power

on again.

· Please charge the

battery. (See 2.3 Charging the battery.)

When battery indicator turns empty (without green bars), replace the battery immediately.

Problem Possible Cause

The camcorder turns off when capturing image using self-timer.

The image is out of focus.

The camcorder is running out of battery power.

The subject is beyond focus range.

Solution

· 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).

speed is too low.

Problem Possible Cause

Memory card cannot be used.

All buttons are inactive.

The memory card is protected.

The memory card contains non-DCF images taken by other camcorders.

The SD card

Short circuit occurred when connecting the camcorder with other devices.

Solution

· Unlock the

memory card.

· Format the

memory card. (See 4.5.4 Format.) Before formatting the card, ensure you back up the files.

· You can set the

video or photo to lower quality. (See 4.1.2 Video quality)

· Remove the

batteries from the camcorder and insert again.

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