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DXG-517V HD
User Manual
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DXG Technology DXG-517V HD User Manual

DXG-517V HD
User’s Manual
DXG USA
Table of Contents
1 Introducing the camera............................. 1
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 .....................................................6
1.4.6 Back view....................................................6
1.4.7 Adjusting the LCD display.......................7
1.4.8 About the LEDs........................................11
2 Getting started.......................................... 12
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2.5
Before you start....................................................16
2.5.1 Setting the date and time........................16
2.5.2 Setting the language ................................17
2.5.3 Setting the beep........................................18
2.6.1 Shooting a video clip...............................19
2.6.2 Playing a video clip .................................21
2.7.1 Taking a still picture................................22
2.7.2 Viewing images........................................23
3 Using the camera...................................... 26
3.1.1 Movie and voice recorder mode............26
3.1.2 Using the macro function .......................28
3.1.3 Using the zoom function.........................28
3.1.4 Using the LED flash light........................28
3.1.5 Quick access controls ..............................29
3.2.1 Photo mode icons.....................................30
3.2.2 Using the macro function .......................31
3.2.3 Using the zoom function.........................31
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3.2.4
Using the LED flash light........................31
3.2.5 Quick access controls ..............................31
3.3.1 Movie Playback mode icons...................32
3.4.1 Photo Playback mode icons....................35
4 Using the menus ....................................... 38
4.1.1. White balance...........................................38
4.1.2. Video resolution.......................................39
4.1.3. Color effect ...............................................40
4.1.4. Night mode...............................................41
4.1.5. Stabilizer ...................................................42
4.1.6. Capture mode...........................................43
4.2.1 Delete.........................................................44
4.2.2 Protect .......................................................46
4.2.3 Autoplay ...................................................47
4.3.1 White balance...........................................48
4.3.2 Resolution.................................................49
4.3.3 Color effect ...............................................50
4.3.4 Night mode...............................................51
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4.3.5 Self timer...................................................52
4.4.1 Delete.........................................................53
4.4.2 Protect .......................................................55
4.4.3 Slide show.................................................56
4.4.4 DPOF.........................................................57
4.5.1 Setting the beep........................................58
4.5.2 Histogram Mode......................................58
4.5.3 Auto power off.........................................59
4.5.4 TV standard..............................................60
4.5.5 Format .......................................................61
4.5.6 Default.......................................................62
4.5.7 Language ..................................................62
4.5.8 Frequency .................................................63
4.5.9 Date/time .................................................63
5 Installing the software ............................. 64
Appendix............................................................ 67
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced video camera. Make sure 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 camera, please take the camera as a criterion. We reserve the right to change the contents of this manual and specifications of the product without prior notice.
If the accessories do not tally with the actual package, please take the actual package as the 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.
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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, and 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 camera should be at least one meter from the eyes of the subject.
• Do not open the 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.
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• Test for proper operation before using the camera.
Notes on the LCD Screen
Caution must be observed when dealing with the fluid contained in the LCD. Ensure that fluid does not leak if the screen becomes cracked or damaged. If this occurs, follow these steps:
• If the fluid makes 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 seek immediate medical attention.
• If the fluid is swallowed, first rinse mouth with water, then
drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting. Seek immediately medical attention.
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.
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• Ensure the battery is inserted correctly. Inserting the battery
incorrectly can cause damage to the product and possibly start a fire.
• Remove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camera 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.
• The camera can be used with either a Li-ion or four AAA size
batteries. Li-ion battery is recommended to use for longer operation time.
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 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.
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.
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1 Introducing the camera
Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the video camera. This chapter also covers system requirements, package contents, and descriptions of the hardware components.
1.1 System requirements
The video camera requires a PC with the following specifications:
• Windows® Vista / XP operating system
• Intel® Pentium 4 2.8 GHz CPU or higher
• At least 512 MB of RAM or higher
• Standard USB 1.1 port or higher
• At least 64MB or greater video card
• Note: A USB 1.1 port will enable you to transfer files to and
from your host PC, but transfer speeds will be much faster with a USB 2.0 port.
1.2 Features
The video camera offers a variety of features and functions including:
• HD Digital camcorder
• Digital camera (max. 8 Megapixels)
• HDMI audio-video output
• Voice recorder
• USB mass storage
• Max. 3X digital zoom
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1.3 Unpacking the video camera
The following items should be present in the package. If any item is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
Video camera
USB & AV cable
User manual
CD-ROM
(Driver and application
software)
Pouch
AAA batteries x 4
HDMI cable
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1.4 About the camera
Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the buttons and controls of this video camera.
1.4.1 Front view
Lens
Self-timer L ED
LED Flash light
Microphone
1.4.2 Top view
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Shutter button
1.4.3 Bottom view
Tripod mount
1.4.4 Right view
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Zoom / Volume button
Battery compartment
LCD screen cover
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1.4.5 Left view
Hand strap
1.4.6 Back view
Playback button
Macro switch
REC. / Power LED
Scroll wheel
HD Output
USB / AV Output
Mode dial
REC. / STOP button
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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
Power button
Menu button
Mode dial
Scroll wheel
Function
Press and hold to turn power on/off.
Press to display main OSD menus.
Use to toggle Movie, Photo, and SET modes. In Movie mode, press the REC.STOP button to start and stop recording.
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In Photo and Movie modes, press the up and down to adjust the exposure setting, and inwards to adjust the flashlight setting.
z In Photo Playback mode:
1. Press up and down to scroll
through stored images.
2. When the image is zoomed in,
you can move the image up/down or left/right. Then, press inwards the scroll wheel, to switch the moving directions (up/down ↔ left/right).
3. In the thumbnail mode, press the
up and down to select the thumbnail images and then press inwards to view the image in full screen mode.
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z In Movie Playback mode:
1. Press up and down to scroll
through stored movies, and press inwards to play/stop movie playback.
2. While playing a movie, press the
scroll wheel up / down to rewind / fast forward the movie.
3. In the thumbnail mode, press the
up and down to select the video clip and then press inwards to show the video clip.
z In SET mode, press up and down to
highlight menu items, and inwards to select.
In Photo mode, press to take a
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Shutter button
Macro switch
photo.
z In Movie mode, you can also press
to take a photo before recording a video clip.
Move the switch to the position to enable Macro mode.
Playback button
Display button
In Movie and Photo mode, press to enter playback mode.
Press once to display all OSD icons. Press again to turn all OSD icons off.
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In Photo and Movie modes, press to zoom in and out.
z In Photo Playback mode:
1. Press the button right to zoom
in your photo.
2. Press the button left to show all
stored files in a 3x2 matrix thumbnail view.
z In Movie Playback mode:
1. Press the button left to show all
stored video clips in a 3x2 matrix thumbnail view.
2. During video playback, press
the button to increase or decrease the playback volume.
Zoom button
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1.4.8 About the LEDs
The following table describes the camera LEDs:
LED Color Definition
Power / Rec.
Self-timer
Green Power-on
Green Blinking Recording
Red Camera busy
Red Blinking Self-timer is activated
Red Blinking Rapidly
Red Blinking Self-timer is activated.
Red Blinking Rapidly
2 seconds self-timer remaining.
2 seconds self-timer remaining.
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2 Getting started
Read this section to learn how to start using the video camera. 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 ( SD card sold separately)
An SD card can be installed in the video camera to provide additional storage space for still images, video clips, or other files.
1. Open the LCD screen cover and open the SD card
compartment cover.
2. Insert an SD card, making sure the contacts are facing
downwards.
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3. Press down the SD card compartment cover.
4. Push the SD card compartment cover inwards.
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2.2 Inserting the batteries
This video camera is designed to AAA alkaline batteries or a rechargeable Li-Ion battery. Only use the batteries supplied or similar batteries recommended by the manufacturer or your dealer.
• Note: Installing the battery incorrectly could cause damage
to the camera and possibly start a fire.
1. Open the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert the batteries as shown.
3. Close the battery compartment cover.
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2.3 Turning on the video camera
Press and hold the power button to turn the video camera on/off.
2.4 Changing modes
The video camera can operate in three modes, Movie, Photo, and SET. Move the mode dial to toggle different modes.
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2.5 Before you start
Before you start using the video camera, some basic settings such as date and time, languages and beep function need to be configured.
2.5.1 Setting the date and time
1. Turn on the video camera, and move the mode dial to
SET. Move the scroll wheel up/ down to highlight Date / Time. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
2. Press the scroll wheel up / down to highlight each field
and inwards to select a field.
3. Adjust each value by moving the scroll wheel up and
down. Press the scroll wheel inwards to save your changes.
4. Press the scroll wheel down to highlight √ to leave the
date menu.
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