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CAM3001
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Snapp™ Mini Videocámara Digital |
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Snapp™ Mini Caméscope Numérique |
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ÂÂTable of Contents
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Camera at a Glance................................................................................................................. |
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Front View......................................................................................................................................... |
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Top View........................................................................................................................................... |
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Rear View......................................................................................................................................... |
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Left View........................................................................................................................................... |
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Right View......................................................................................................................................... |
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Bottom View..................................................................................................................................... |
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Getting Started........................................................................................................................... |
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Install the Batteries........................................................................................................................... |
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Insert a Memory Card..................................................................................................................... |
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Using the Camera....................................................................................................................... |
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Turning the Camera On/Off........................................................................................................... |
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Changing Camera Modes............................................................................................................. |
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Video Mode..................................................................................................................................... |
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Zoom..................................................................................................................................... |
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Video Size............................................................................................................................ |
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Photo Mode.................................................................................................................................... |
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To Take a Photo................................................................................................................... |
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Zoom..................................................................................................................................... |
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Photo Size............................................................................................................................. |
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Playback Mode............................................................................................................................. |
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Playback Controls............................................................................................................... |
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Connecting to a TV................................................................................................................. |
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Transferring Files to a Computer........................................................................................ |
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Software by ArcSoft®................................................................................................................................................................................................ |
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Software Requirements................................................................................................................. |
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Installing the Software................................................................................................................... |
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About ArcSoft MediaImpression.................................................................................................. |
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Specifications........................................................................................................................... |
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Troubleshooting & Support................................................................................................... |
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Safety Notices............................................................................................................................ |
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ÂÂPackage Contents
Thank you for purchasing this Coby CAM3001 Mini Digital Video Camera. Please read these instructions before using your camcorder, and retain them for future reference. This package includes:
CAM3001 camera
Two (2) “AA” batteries
AV cable
USB extension cable
Detachable hand strap
Pouch
Installation CD
Should any of the above items be missing, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased this product.
This package may contain plastic bags or other materials that pose a hazard to children. Be sure to safely dispose of all packing materials after opening.
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ÂÂCamera at a Glance
1 LCD screen
2MODE
3Quality (High/Low)
4Power
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6Record/OK Up/Zoom In Down/Zoom Out
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8Battery compartment cover
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Camera At A Glance |
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Lens |
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8USB plug switch
9Hand strap mount
10 Tripod mount
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ÂÂGetting Started
Please read and complete the following steps to begin using your digital video camera.
1.Remove the battery compartment door by sliding it toward the base of the camera.
2.Insert two (2) “AA” alkaline batteries. Be sure to match their polarities to those indicated in the diagram inside the battery compartment.
3.Replace the battery compartment door and snap it into place.
The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not disassemble, incinerate, or heat the batteries. Used batteries should be disposed of safely.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
This camera records to SD or SDHC memory cards. The maximum supported card size is 8GB.
1. Make sure that the write protection switch on the memory card is set to the
“unlocked” position.
2. Install the memory card by inserting it gently into the
card slot on the left side of the video camera. Push the
card until it clicks into place. Make sure the card is properly aligned as indicated by the marking next to the card slot.
3.To release and remove the card, press the card in; it will spring out of the slot. Grasp the card by its edge to remove it.
To avoid data corruption, turn off the digital video camera before inserting or removing a memory card.
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Do not attempt to insert objects other than an SD or SDHC memory card into the card slot. A compatible memory card should fit easily into the card slot; if you encounter resistance, check the alignment of the card. Do not attempt to force the card in.
Avoid touching the gold contacts of the memory card.
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ÂÂUsing the Camera
Press and hold to turn the camera on or off.
Your video camera includes three modes. Press to toggle between them.
The mode icon displayed on the upper left corner of the screen indicates the current camera mode.
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Capture still photos. |
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Place the camera in Video mode to record videos.
When you turn on your camera, it will enter Video Mode automatically.
Press to begin recording.
Press to stop recording.
During recording, the elapsed recording time is displayed on the upper right corner of the screen. When the camera is in video mode and not recording, the estimated available recording time is displayed instead.
Recording will stop automatically when the memory card is full.
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To use the camera’s digital zoom function:
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The magnification level is displayed on the right side of the screen.
The camera records at a default video size of 640x480 pixels. To maximize recording time, you may wish to record video at a lower resolution of 320 x 240.
Press to toggle between video sizes.
The video size is displayed at the top of the screen (640 or 320).
Recording must be stopped to change the video size.
Place the camera in Photo mode to record still photos.
Press to take a photo.
The estimated number of available photos on the memory card is displayed on the upper right corner of the screen.
To use the camera’s digital zoom function:
Press to zoom in
Press to zoom out.
The magnification level is displayed on the right side of the screen.
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The camera records at a default photo size of 3MP (2048 x 1536). To maximize the amount of photos you can take, you may wish to record photos at a lower resolution of 1MP (1280 x 960).
Press to toggle between photo sizes.
The photo size is displayed at the top of the screen (3MP or 1MP).
Place the camera in Playback mode to review or delete videos and photos on the camera.
Press or to browse the files on the camera.
The icon on the lower left of the screen indicates a video file; the [JPG] icon indicates a photo file.
Press to play a video file; press again to stop.
Press or to zoom in or out of a photo file.
When a photo is enlarged, press or to pan around the image.
Press to exit Pan mode and return to a normal view.
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Press to view multiple files in thumbnail mode.
When viewing files in Thumbnail mode, press / / / to browse. Press to select a file to view.
To delete the current file:
Press once. At the “Delete Current?” prompt, press to delete, or press any other button to cancel.
To delete all files:
Press twice. At the “Delete All?” prompt, press to delete, or press any other button to cancel.
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ÂÂConnecting to a TV
To view your video and photo files on a bigger screen, use the included A/V cable to connect your camera to a television.
1.Locate the Composite Video input connectors on the TV.
Connect the cable’s yellow RCA plug to the
Composite Video In jack of the TV.
Connect the cable’s red RCA plug to the red Audio In jack of the TV.
2.Turn on the camera. Connect the cable’s mini plug to the A/V output jack located on the top of the camera. The camera’s screen will turn off automatically.
3.Turn on the TV. Set the TV’s input source mode to display the Composite Video signal. When the TV source mode is set properly, you will see the camera’s display on the TV screen.
4.Press on the camera to place it Playback mode. Use the playback mode controls to play videos or watch photos on the TV.
Please refer to the documentation provided with your TV If you need help setting its input source mode.
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Video Audio
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ÂÂTransferring Files to a Computer
Connect your camera to a computer to transfer files from the camera onto your hard drive.
If you are planning to install the software on the included CD, please install these programs BEFORE connecting the camera to your computer.
1.Locate the USB plug switch on the right side of the camera. Press the switch in and slide it up to extend the USB plug.
2.Connect the USB plug to a USB port on the computer.
3.If the camera is off, turn it on. Your computer should automatically recognize the video camera as a removable disk. Follow the prompt on your screen to view files on the camera. If no prompt appears, you may access the camera via “My Computer” on a Windows computer, or via a Finder window on Mac OS X.
4.Transfer files from the camera to your computer as you would with any external disk (i.e., drag- and-drop or copy/paste).
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The camera must be turned on to connect to a computer.
The first time you connect the camera to a computer, it may take a moment for the computer to recognize and install the appropriate drivers for the camera.
A USB extension cable has been provided for your convenience. You can use this cable if the only available USB ports are located on the back of your computer, or if the camera is blocked by other USB devices.
If your computer has an SD card reader, you can simply remove the SD card from the camera and load it into the card reader to transfer files.
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ÂÂSoftware by ArcSoft®
Your digital video camera comes with an installation CD which includes software for photo editing, video editing, and uploading your videos to YouTube™.
CPU: Pentium III 800MHz or higher
Disk Space: At least 250MB space free
Memory: 128MB or higher
Operating System: Windows 7/Vista/XP (with Service Pack 2)
The included software should be installed BEFORE connecting the camera to your computer.
To begin installing software, insert the CD into your computer’s CD/DVD drive.
When the CD is inserted, an AutoRun menu will appear. Click a menu option to launch the installation routine.
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Software By Arcsoft® |
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Install software for editing |
MediaImpression |
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User Manual |
View the user manual PDF. |
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Explore the contents of the CD. |
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Exit this CD menu. |
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If the autorun menu does not appear automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon in [My Computer] or [Windows Explorer], and then double-click the file named [autorun. exe] to start the program.
After MediaImpression has been installed, you can launch the programs from the Windows Start menu.
Use MediaImpression to edit photos and videos. You can also use MediaImpression to share your videos with family, friends, or the world with the YouTube web service.
To get acquainted with the MediaImpression software, please refer to the help file included with the application (click on the “?” symbol in the top right corner of the application screen).
To upload videos to YouTube, you must have a valid YouTube account. To sign up for a free account, please visit www.youtube.com.
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ÂÂSpecifications
DisplayType |
1.44”colorLCD |
ImageSensor |
1.3MPCMOS(1280x960) |
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VGA(640x480),30fps |
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4xdigital |
Lens |
3mmf/2.8 |
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1.2m~infinity |
WhiteBalance |
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Exposure |
Auto |
RemovableMemorySupport |
SD/SDHC(upto8GB) |
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AVI(MotionJPEG) |
PhotoFormat |
JPEG |
A/VOutput |
MiniCompositeVideo/Mono |
PCConnection |
USB2.0Hi-speed |
Power |
2x“AA”batteries |
Specificationsandmanualaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.
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ÂÂTroubleshooting & Support
If you experience a problem with this device, please read the troubleshooting guide below and check our website at www.cobyusa.com for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and firmware updates. If these resources do not resolve the problem, please contact Technical Support.
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Camera does not power on.
Check that the batteries have been installed correctly. The polarities of the batteries should match the markings that are inside the battery compartment.
The batteries may be old or may not retain adequate charge. Try replacing the batteries.
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The camera does not take pictures/video.
The camera’s memory or memory card may be full. Delete several files and try again.
The memory card type may not be supported. Make sure that you are using an SD or SDHC memory card 8GB or less in size.
The memory card format may not be supported. Make sure that you are using a FATformatted card.
Image is blurry or out of focus.
Blurry images or video may result when the camera is not held steady during recording. Hold the camera steady and try again.
Blurry images or video may result when there is not enough light on the subject. Try recording in a brightly lit location.
Recorded images are not saved in memory.
Images will not save if the camera is turned off before data has finished processing. Be sure to allow adequate time for the image to save
completely before turning off the video camera.
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ÂÂSafety Notices
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Theexclamationpointwithinanequilateraltriangle isintendedtoalerttheusertothepresenceof importantoperationandservicinginstructionsinthe literatureaccompanyingtheappliance.
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For recycling or disposal information about this product, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.
WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this device to rain or moisture. Dangerous high voltage is present inside the enclosure. Do not open the cabinet.
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FCC Statement
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwoconditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference.
(2)Thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycauseundesiredoperation.
Note: ThisequipmenthasbeentestedandfoundtocomplywiththelimitsforClassBdigitaldevices,pursuanttoPart15 oftheFCCrules.Theselimitsaredesignedtoprovidereasonableprotectionagainstharmfulinterferenceinaresidential installation.Thisequipmentgenerates,usesandcanradiateradiofrequencyenergyand,ifnotinstalledandusedinaccordancewiththeinstructions,maycauseharmfulinterferencetoradiocommunications.However,thereisnoguarantee thatinterferencewillnotoccurinaparticularinstallation.Ifthisequipmentdoescauseharmfulinterferencetoradioor televisionreception,whichcanbedeterminedbyturningtheequipmentoffandon,theuserisencouragedtotrytocorrect theinterferencebyoneormoreofthefollowingmeasures:
•Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
•Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
•Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthereceiverisconnected.
•Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp
UseofshieldedcableisrequiredtocomplywithClassBlimitsinSubpartBofPart15oftheFCCrules.
Donotmakeanychangesormodificationstotheequipmentunlessotherwisespecifiedinthemanual.Ifsuchchangesor modificationsshouldbemade,youcouldberequiredtostopoperationoftheequipment.
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Important Safety Instructions
1.ReadInstructions:Allthesafetyandoperatinginstructionsshouldbereadbeforetheproductisoperated.
2.RetainInstructions:Thesafetyandoperatinginstructionsshouldberetainedforfuturereference.
3.HeedWarnings:Allwarningsontheproductandinthe operatinginstructionsshouldbeadheredto.
4.FollowInstructions:Alloperatingandusageinstructionsshouldbefollowed.
5.Cleaning:Unplugthisproductfromthewalloutlet beforecleaning.Donotuseliquidcleanersoraerosol cleaners.Useadampclothforcleaning.
6.Attachments:Useonlyattachmentsrecommendedby themanufacturer.Useofotherattachmentsmaybe hazardous.
7.WaterandMoisture:Donotusethisproductnearwater (e.g.,nearabathtub,washbowl,kitchensink,laundry tub,inwetbasements,ornearaswimmingpooland thelike).
8.Ventilation:Slotsandopeningsinthecabinetareprovidedforventilationtoensurereliableoperationofthe productandtoprotectitfromoverheating.Theseopeningsshouldneverbeblockedbyplacingtheproducton abed,sofa,rug,orothersimilarsurface.Thisprvoduct shouldnotbeplacedinabuilt-ininstallationsuchasa bookcaseorrackunlessproperventilationisprovidedor themanufacturerinstructionshavebeenadheredto.
9.PowerSources:Thisproductshouldbeoperatedonly fromthetypeofpowersourceindicatedontherating label.Ifyouarenotsureofthetypeofpowersupply toyourhome,consultyourproductdealerorlocal powercompany.Forproductsintendedtooperatefrom batterypowerorothersources,refertotheoperating instructions.
10.Overloading:Donotoverloadwalloutlets,extension cords,orintegralconveniencereceptaclesasthiscan resultinariskoffireorelectricshock.
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