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DXG-533V and DXG-535V HD
User’s Manual
DXG USA
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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 .....................................................5
1.4.6 Back view....................................................5
1.4.7 Adjusting the LCD display.......................6
1.4.8 About the LEDs........................................10
2 Getting started...........................................11
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2.5
Before you start....................................................15
2.5.1 Setting the date and time........................15
2.5.2 Setting the language ................................16
2.5.3 Setting the beep........................................17
2.6.1 Shooting a video clip...............................18
2.6.2 Playing the video clip..............................20
2.7.1 Taking a still picture................................21
2.7.2 Viewing images........................................22
3 Using the camera...................................... 25
3.1.1 Movie and voice recorder mode............25
3.1.2 Using the macro function .......................27
3.1.3 Using the zoom function.........................27
3.1.4 Using the LED light.................................27
3.1.5 Quick access controls ..............................28
3.2.1 Photo mode icons.....................................29
3.2.2 Using the macro function .......................30
3.2.3 Using the zoom function.........................30
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3.2.4
Using the LED light.................................30
3.2.5 Quick access controls ..............................30
3.3.1 Movie Playback mode icons...................31
3.4.1 Photo Playback mode icons....................34
4 Using the menus ....................................... 37
4.1.1. White balance...........................................37
4.1.2. Video resolution.......................................38
4.1.3. Color effect ...............................................39
4.1.4. Night mode...............................................40
4.1.5. Stabilizer ...................................................41
4.1.6. Capture mode...........................................42
4.2.1 Delete.........................................................43
4.2.2 Protect .......................................................45
4.2.3 Autoplay ...................................................46
4.3.1 White balance...........................................47
4.3.2 Resolution.................................................48
4.3.3 Color effect ...............................................49
4.3.4 Night mode...............................................50
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4.3.5 Self timer...................................................51
4.4.1 Delete.........................................................52
4.4.2 Protect .......................................................54
4.4.3 Slide show.................................................55
4.4.4 DPOF.........................................................56
4.5.1 Setting the beep........................................57
4.5.2 Histogram Mode......................................57
4.5.3 Auto power off.........................................58
4.5.4 TV standard..............................................59
4.5.5 Format .......................................................60
4.5.6 Default.......................................................61
4.5.7 Language ..................................................61
4.5.8 Frequency .................................................62
4.5.9 Date/time .................................................62
5 Installing the software ............................. 63
Appendix............................................................ 66
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced video camera. Make 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 2009.
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 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 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 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 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 LED
LED light
Microphone
1.4.2 Top view
Shutter button
Zoom / Volume button
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1.4.3 Bottom view
Tripod mount
1.4.4 Right view
Battery com partment
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.
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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.
z
Use to toggle Movie, Photo, and SET modes.
z In Movie mode, press the REC.
button to start and stop recording.
z During Movie Playback mode,
press the REC. to pause/restart playing.
In Photo and Movie modes, press
z
up and down to increase/decrease the EV settings, and inwards to adjust the LED light 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
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thumbnail images and then press inwards to view the image in full screen mode.
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
z
photo.
z In Movie mode, you can also press
to take a photo before recording a video clip.
Shutter button
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Macro switch
Playback button
Move the switch to the position to enable Macro mode.
In Movie and Photo mode, press to enter playback mode.
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Display button
Zoom button
Press once to display all OSD icons. Press again to turn all OSD icons off.
z z In Photo Playback mode:
z In Movie Playback mode:
*OSD: On Screen Display
In Photo and Movie modes, press to zoom in and out.
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.
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.
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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
Red 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 use 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.
Year/Month/Day
Hour/Minute/Second
3. Adjust each value by moving the scroll wheel up and
down. Press the scroll wheel inwards to save your changes.
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4. Press the scroll wheel down to highlight √ to leave the
date menu.
2.5.2 Setting the language
1. Turn on the video camera, and move the mode dial to
SET. Move the scroll wheel up /down to highlight Language. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
2. Use the scroll wheel 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 selected, press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
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2.5.3 Setting the beep
1. Turn on the video camera, and move the mode dial to
SET. Move the scroll wheel up/ down to highlight Beep. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
2. Use the scroll wheel to select √ and press the scroll wheel
inwards to confirm.
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2.6 Shoot/Playback video
2.6.1 Shooting a video clip
1. Turn on the video camera and move the mode dial to
Movie mode.
Movie 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 3.66 GB. When the maximum length is reached, the recording will automatically stop.
2. High-resolution settings result in larger files, and therefore shorter length.
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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
720P
WVGA
QVGA
4. Before shooting a video clip, you can still take a photo in Movie mode.
Preview
16:9 ratio 4:3 ratio
4:3 ratio 4:3 ratio
Taking pictures and focusing
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2.6.2 Playing the video clip
1. In Movie mode, press the Playback button and the most
recent file displays on the LCD screen.
Movie playback mode indicator
2. Move the scroll wheel up and down to scroll through the
video clips. Press the scroll wheel inwards to play back the video clip.
3. To pause while playing back the video clip, press the
REC. / STOP inwards.
4. When viewing the video clip, press the Zoom button left
or right to adjust the volume.
5. Press the scroll wheel inwards to stop playing.
6. Press the Playback button again to return to Movie
mode.
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2.7 Taking/viewing pictures
2.7.1 Taking a still picture
1. Turn on the camera and move the mode dial to Photo
mode.
Photo 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.
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2.7.2 Viewing images
1. In Photo mode, press the Playback button and the most
recent image displays on the LCD screen.
Playback mode
2. Press the scroll wheel up and down to scroll through the
images.
3. Press the Zoom button right to zoom in the picture. Then
you can move the image up/down or left/right and press inwards the scroll wheel, you can switch the moving directions (up/down ↔ left/right).
4. Press the Zoom button left fully zoomed out to view
thumbnails of all stored files and then press the scroll wheel up and down to select the thumbnail images.
5. Press the scroll wheel inwards to view the image in full
screen mode.
6. Press the Playback button again to return to Photo mode.
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2.8 Connecting to a computer
Read this section to learn how to transfer files to a PC, show the video clips or photos on TV/DVD.
Connect the video camera to a computer with the USB cable provided.
2.9 Connecting to a standard TV
Connect the video camera to a standard TV as shown with the AV cable provided.
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2.10 Connecting to a DVD Player
Connect the video camera to a DVD player with the AV cable provided.
2.11 Connecting to an HDTV
Read this section to learn how to show the video clips or photos on an HDTV. Connecting to an HDTV offers the high resolution for displaying the video clips or photos.
Connect the video camera to an HDTV as shown with an HDMI cable.
• Note: Photo capturing, movie recording, and voice
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recording are not supported when connected to an HDTV and TV.
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3 Using the camera
Read this section to learn how to use the camera.
3.1 Movie and voice recorder mode
Use this mode to capture video clips or record voice and store them in an internal memory or on an SD card.
3.1.1 Movie and voice recorder mode
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Movie and voice recorder mode icons and symbols.
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Movie mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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2
3
Movie mode Voice recorder mode
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EV compensation indicator
Effect indicator
Night mode indicator
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3 4
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1
2 3
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Voice recorder mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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White balance indicator
Remaining memory capacity
Memory status indicator
: SD card indicator : Internal memory indicator
Remaining recording time indicator
Histogram indicator
Resolution indicator
Battery indicator
Stabilizer indicator
LED light indicator
Macro indicator
Movie mode indicator
Zoom indicator
Memory status indicator
: SD card indicator
: Internal memory indicator
Remaining recording time indicator
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Battery indicator
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 17-18 cm.
While in Photo or Movie and voice recorder modes, move the Macro switch on the side of the video camera to activate macro function, and an icon
Move the macro switch again to return to normal mode.
displays on the LCD screen.
3.1.3 Using the zoom function
The camera is equipped with 3x digital zoom.
Move the zoom button to the right to get closer to a subject.
Move the zoom button to the 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 scroll wheel inwards to choose from the following lighting options: Off and On modes. An icon displays on the screen when activated.
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3.1.5 Quick access controls
You can also make adjustments to exposure and lighting settings by pressing the scroll wheel up and down or inwards.
In Movie and Photo modes, press the scroll wheel up or down to adjust the EV compensation setting. Press the scroll wheel inwards to choose lighting options.
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3.2 Photo mode
Use Photo mode to capture still pictures and store them in the internal memory or on an SD card.
3.2.1 Photo mode icons
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Photo mode icons and symbols.
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See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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Remaining number of photos
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EV compensation indicator
Effect indicator
Night mode indicator
White balance indicator
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Memory status indicator
: SD card indicator
: Internal memory indicator
File size indicator
Battery indicator
Histogram indicator
LED light indicator
Macro indicator
Self timer indicator
Photo 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
See section 3.1.4 “Using the LED light”.
3.2.5 Quick access controls
See section 3.1.5 “Quick access controls”.
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3.3 Movie Playback mode
Use Movie Playback mode to review all the movie files stored in the video camera.
3.3.1 Movie Playback mode icons
Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Movie Playback mode icons and symbols.
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Movie mode Voice recorder mode
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Movie mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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2
Displays the number of current movie / total number of recorded video clips
Volume level
2
3
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Memory status indicator
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Voice Recorder mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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: SD card indicator
: Internal memory indicator
The length of every video clip
Play/ Pause indicator
Battery status indicator
File protect indicator
Movie playback mode icon
Displays the file number of the video clip
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2
Displays the number of current audio/ total number of recorded audio clips
Volume level
Memory status indicator
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4
5
6
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: SD card indicator
: Internal memory indicator
The length of every audio clip
Play/ Pause indicator
Indicates: press to Play/ Stop
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Battery status indicator
File protect indicator
Voice playback mode
Displays the file number of the audio clip
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3.4 Photo Playback mode
Use Photo Playback mode to review all the image files stored in the video camera.
3.4.1 Photo Playback mode icons
Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Photo Playback mode icons and symbols.
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5
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3
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See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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Displays the number of current image / the total number of saved images
Memory status indicator
: SD card indicator
: Internal memory indicator
Displays the file number of the photo
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Battery status indicator
File protect indicator
Playback mode icon
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) indicator
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3.5 Thumbnail mode
When in Photo Playback or Movie Playback modes, press the zoom button left to show images as thumbnails.
1. Turn on the video camera and make sure it is in Photo
Playback or Movie Playback mode.
2. The most recent image /video clip displays on the screen.
Press the zoom button left to view six thumbnail images /video clips on the LCD screen.
3. Press the scroll wheel up and down to highlight an image,
or a video clip, and press inwards 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.
3.6 USB mode
You can use USB mode to connect to a host PC.
When connected to a host PC, the video camera is shown as a removable drive in Windows Explorer.
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4 Using the menus
Read this section to learn how to configure the camera settings and use the advanced features.
4.1 Movie menu
When in Movie mode, press the MENU button to show the Movie 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 video camera automatically compensates for different lighting conditions.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the White Balance option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,
Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.1.2. 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 video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Resolution option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select QVGA, WVGA or 720P.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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• Notes:
1. The LCD displays the 16:9 ratio while setting the video resolution to WVGA or 720P.
2. The LCD displays the 4:3 ratio while setting the video resolution to QVGA.
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4.1.3. Color effect
The camera can capture standard color images, black and white images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Effect option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select Color, B&W or Sepia. Press
the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.1.4. Night mode
Use this function to shoot a better video clip quality in dark environments.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Night Mode option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select Off or Night mode option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.1.5. Stabilizer
Use this function to activate Stabilizer to prevent blurred images caused by shaking.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Stabilizer option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select On or Off. Press the scroll
wheel inwards to confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.1.6. Capture mode
Use this function to record sound or image.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Capture Mode option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select Voice recorder or Video
options. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.2 Movie playback menu
Use the playback menu to manage the files stored in the internal memory or on the SD card.
4.2.1 Delete
Use this function to delete files.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU button to display the Movie Playback menu.
2. Use the scroll wheel to select Delete One or Delete All
options.
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again. Use the scroll wheel to locate the file you want to delete and press inwards to delete.
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If you select Delete All, press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select √ and press the scroll wheel
inwards to delete.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
• Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered so make sure
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4.2.2 Protect
Use this function to lock files to prevent accidental deletion.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU button to display Movie Playback menu.
2. Use the scroll wheel to select the Protect option. Then
playback screen appears again. Use the scroll wheel to locate the file you want to protect and press inwards to confirm. A lock is protected.
• Note: To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The lock icon
disappears when the file is unlocked.
3. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
icon is displayed to show that the file
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4.2.3 Autoplay
Use this function to continuously play all movie clips stored in the memory card.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU button to display the Movie Playback menu.
2. Use the scroll wheel to select the Autoplay option and
press the scroll wheel inwards to show the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select √ and press the scroll wheel
inwards to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
5. Press the scroll wheel to start continuous playing of
movie clips.
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4.3 Photo menu
In Photo mode, press the MENU button to show the Photo Options menu.
4.3.1 White balance
Use this option to correct color difference due to lighting conditions.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
2. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the White Balance option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,
Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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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 video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
2. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Resolution option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select 3M, 5M or 8M. Press the
scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.3.3 Color effect
The camera can capture standard color images, black and white images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
2. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Effect option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select Color, B & W, or Sepia.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.3.4 Night mode
Use this function to shoot a better video clip quality in dark environments.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Night Mode option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select Off or Night mode option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.3.5 Self timer
Use the self timer function to take a photo of yourself.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
2. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Selftimer option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select Off, 5 seconds, or 10
seconds options. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.4 Photo playback menu
4.4.1 Delete
Use this function to delete files.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU button to display the Photo Playback menu.
2. Use the scroll wheel to select Delete One or Delete All
options.
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again. Use the scroll wheel to locate the file you want to delete and press inwards to delete.
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If you select Delete All, press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select √ and then press the scroll
wheel inwards to delete.
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.
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4.4.2 Protect
Use this function to protect files.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU button to display the Photo Playback menu.
2. Use the scroll wheel to select the Protect option. Then
playback screen appears again. Use the scroll wheel to locate the file you want to protect and press inwards to confirm. A lock is protected.
• Note: To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The lock icon
disappears when the file is unlocked.
3. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
icon is displayed to show that the file
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4.4.3 Slide show
The camera includes a slide show function, which displays each image in turn with a regular interval between pictures.
1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU button to display the Photo Playback menu.
2. Use the scroll wheel to select the Autoplay option and
press the scroll wheel inwards. The images will be displayed automatically.
3. Press the scroll wheel or Playback button to pause / play
the slideshow. Press the MENU button to stop the slide show.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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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 video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU button to display the Photo Playback menu.
2. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the DPOF option. Press
the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select √ and press inwards to
confirm.
4. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu. A DPOF
icon is displayed to show that the file is ordered to
print.
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• Notes:
1. A memory card is required for DPOF function.
2. If DPOF is set, all photos are ordered to print.
4.5 System menu
The system menu is used to configure miscellaneous camera functions.
4.5.1 Setting the beep
See section 2.5.3 “Setting the Beep”.
4.5.2 Histogram Mode
Use this function to display a histogram graph on the LCD screen. This function can help you to capture a better photo/video clip.
1. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
2. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Histogram option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select Histogram or Off options.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
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4.5.3 Auto power off
Use this function to switch the camera off automatically after a period of inactivity for power saving.
1. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
2. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Auto Power Off
option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select Off, 1 minute, or 5 minutes.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
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4.5.4 TV standard
Use the TV option to set the TV system for the area.
1. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
2. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the TV standard option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select NTSC or PAL, and press the
scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
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4.5.5 Format
Use this function to format the current storage media. This format action will delete everything on the media.
1. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
2. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Format option. Press
the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select X or √, and press the scroll
wheel inwards to confirm.
4. The current media (memory card or internal memory) is
formatted.
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4.5.6 Default
Use this option to reset all settings to the default settings.
1. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
2. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Default option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll wheel to select X or √, and press the scroll
wheel inwards to confirm.
4.5.7 Language
See section 2.5.2 “Setting the language”.
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4.5.8 Frequency
Use the Frequency option to set the frequency system for your area.
To set the frequency:
1. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
2. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Frequency option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3. Use the scroll to select 50 Hz or 60 Hz. Press the scroll
wheel inwards to confirm.
4.5.9 Date/time
See section 2.5.1 “Setting the date and time”.
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5 Installing the software
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.
Install button
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.
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5.2 Presto! Mr. Photo
Presto! Mr. Photo is an advanced photo editing software application.
To install Presto! Mr. Photo:
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.
Install button
3. 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.
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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:
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.
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Appendix
Specifications
General
Imaging sensor
Active pixels
Storage media
Sensor sensitivity
Color effects Color/B&W/Sepia
Lens Fixed lens
Focus range Normal: 1.5m~infinity
Still image
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1/2.5” CMOS 5.0 Megapixel sensor
5.0 Megapixel
Built-in 128 MB flash memory (approx. 90 MB available for image storage) SD Card, SDHC compatible (up to SDHC 8GB Class 6)
Auto
Wide: F/3.2, f=7.5mm
Macro: 15~16cm
Formats: JPEG (EXIF 2.2), DCF, DPOF Resolution: 3M, 5M, 8M (Firmware interpolation)
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General
Movie clips Format: H.264 (MOV)
Resolution: QVGA (30 fps), WVGA (30 fps), HD 720P (30 fps)
Zoom Movie: Digital Zoom 3X
Camera: Digital Zoom 3X Still Image Playback: Digital Zoom 8X
(max.)
Sensor Sensitivity
TFT Monitor 3” TFT (960 x 240 pixels)
LED Light
White balance
EV compensation
Self-timer Off, 5, 10 seconds
PC interface MSDC: USB 2.0 (high speed)
TV out format NTSC/PAL / HDMI
Auto
< 1.0 m range Movie: On / Off
Camera: On / Off
Auto/Sunny/Cloudy/Tungsten/ Fluorescent
-2.0 EV~+2.0 EV
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Shutter
Electronic shutter 1~1/2000 second
Auto power
Off, 1 min., 5 min.
off
Power supply
Li-ion Battery NP-40 or 4 x “AAA” (Alkaline / Ni-cd / Ni-MH)
Dimension 41 (W) x 68 (H) x 111(D) mm
Weight Approx. 227± 5g (without batteries)
Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause
Cannot turn on the video camera.
The camera 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 camera 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.)
• Replace the
batteries
• Turn the power
on again.
• Replace the
batteries.
When the battery indicator turns red, replace the batteries immediately.
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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.
• Replace the
batteries.
• 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.
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All buttons are inactive.
Short circuit occurred when connecting the camera with other devices.
• Remove the
batteries from the camera and insert again.
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