DXG Technology DXG-599V User Manual

DXG-599V TWIST HD

User’s Manual

DXG USA

Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder.
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 2011.

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
battery 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.

• Test for proper operation before using the camera.

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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.

• Do not short the battery terminals. The battery could overheat.

• Do not attempt to split or peel the outer casing.

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• Remove the battery if the camera is not going to be used for a

long time. If the battery is left unused for more than 3 months,
you need to charge the battery before use.

Before You Start

Taking test shots

Before using this camcorder/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

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 Introduction

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

• Intel

• At least 1 GB of RAM or higher

• At least DirectX 9 video card, DirectX 10 is recommended

• Standard USB 1.1 port or higher

• At least 2GB or greater available hard disk

z Note:

A USB 1.1 port will enable you to transfer files to and from
your host PC, but transfer speeds will be faster with a USB 2.0
port.

1.2 Features

The camcorder offers a variety of features and functions including:

• Full HD 1080p (30fps.)

• 5MP Still Camera

• 3.5 TFT LCD (16:9)

• HDMI Interface

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7 / Vista / XP SP2 operating system

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/ AMD Dual-Core CPU or higher

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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.

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Cam corder

USB AV cable

Pow er co rd

Pouch Quick Start Guide

Li-ion battery

Mini NP-40

HD MI cab le

Battery charger

1.4 About the camcorder

Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the
buttons and controls of this camcorder.

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SEE BELOW FOR A DESCRIPTION OF EACH BUTTON:

DEL Button

Press DEL button to delete files when you’re in Camcorder or
Camera mode.

Lock Button

In Camera or Camcorder mode, press Lock button to “lock” mode.

Left/Right Navigation Buttons

When in Camcorder or Camera Mode:
Press LEFT/RIGHT buttons to zoom.

When in Photo Playback Mode:
Press LEFT/RIGHT buttons to view picture files.

When in Video Playback Mode:

Press LEFT/RIGHT buttons to view video files.

While Video is playing:
Press and hold LEFT/RIGHT buttons to rewind or fast-forward.

In Delete Mode:
Press LEFT/RIGHT buttons to:

1. Cancel delete

2. Delete One File

3. Delete All Files

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Up/Down Navigation Buttons

In Camcorder Mode:

Press UP or DOWN buttons to change video resolution. On the
upper-left corner of LCD, you will see either 1080p HD, 720p60
Sports Mode, HD720p, WVGA, QVGA as you press up or down

In Camera Mode:

Press UP/DOWN buttons to change resolution. On the upper-left
corner, you will see 5M or 16M still picture resolution as you press
up or down button

In Video/Photo Playback Mode:
Press DOWN button to view or enter the 3x2 thumbnail mode.

While Video is Playing:

Press UP/DOWN buttons to adjust volume.

MODE Button

Press this button to change between CAMCORDER, CAMERA or
SET MODES

CAMCORDER MODE is indicated by camcorder icon on the

upper-left corner of the LCD

CAMERA MODE is indicated by a camera icon on the
upper-left corner of the LCD.

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PLAYBACK Button

In Video and Camera modes, press to enter the playback mode.

REC/OK or MIDDLE Navigational Button

When in Camcorder Mode:
Press to start or stop video recording.

When in Camera Mode:

Press to take a picture.

In Settings Mode:
Press to Confirm selection.

In Delete Mode:
Press to confirm selection (cancel, delete one, delete all)