Easypix WDV5630 Aquapix Videokamera (3840x2160p) Gul Manual [EN]

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WATERPROOF DV CAMCORDER

USER MANUAL

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Table&of&contents

General instructions ............................................................................. 4

Explanation of symbols ........................................................................ 4

Product introduction ............................................................................ 5

Declaration and prove safety ............................................................... 5

Intended use ........................................................................................ 5

Restrictions ........................................................................................... 6

Safety instructions ................................................................................ 7

Operating environment ........................................................................ 8

Storage environment .......................................................................... 10

Camera description ............................................................................ 11

First use .............................................................................................. 13

Step 1: Insert the battery ............................................................ 13

Step 2: Charge the battery .......................................................... 14

Step 3: Insert a microSD card ...................................................... 15

Step 4: Turn on the camera ......................................................... 15

Step 5: Format the microSD card ................................................ 15

Camera settings .................................................................................. 16

Video mode ........................................................................................ 17

Video screen icons .............................................................................. 18

Video settings ..................................................................................... 19

Photo mode ........................................................................................ 20

Photo screen icons ............................................................................. 21

Photo settings .................................................................................... 22

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Playback mode ................................................................................... 24

Playing files .................................................................................. 24

Photo slideshow .......................................................................... 24

Deleting files ................................................................................ 25

Protecting files ............................................................................ 26

Playback screen icons ......................................................................... 27

Recording times .................................................................................. 29

Connecting to PC ................................................................................ 30

Connecting to TV ................................................................................ 32

Technical specifications ...................................................................... 33

Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 35

Box contents ....................................................................................... 36

Disposal .............................................................................................. 37

Declaration of conformity .................................................................. 39

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Disclaimer

Easypix makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual and, to the extent permitted by law, expressly limits its liability for breach of any warranty that may arise from replacement of this manual by another. Furthermore, Easypix reserves the right to revise this publication at any time without obligation to notify any person of the revision. Easypix is not responsible or liable for the misuse of the information contained herein. If you have suggestions for improvement or changes or if you have found errors in this publication, please let us know. All relevant state, regional and local safety regulations must be observed when installing and using this product. For safety reasons and to ensure compliance with the documented system data, only the manufacturer may carry out repairs on components. Failure to observe this information may result in personal injury or equipment damage. Copyright © Easypix GmbH All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording or other electronic or mechanical means, without the prior written permission of the publisher. For permission requests, please contact the publisher in writing. Easypix GmbH, Em Parkveedel 11, 50733 Cologne, Germany support@easypix.com - www.easypix.com

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General&instructions&

WARNING

NOTE!

Please read this manual and its safety instructions before using this product. Follow all instructions. This will prevent hazards that could result in property damage and/or serious injury. The product may only be used by persons who have fully read and understood the contents of this user manual. Make sure that each person using the product has read and follows these warnings and instructions. Keep all safety information and instructions for future reference and pass them on to subsequent users of the product. The manufacturer is not liable for damage to property or personal injury resulting from incorrect handling or failure to observe the safety instructions.

Explanation&of&symbols& &

Warning indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury.

"Note" indicates information that is considered important but is not hazard-related.

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Product&introduction& &

Aquapix WDV5630 is a waterproof digital camcorder. Dustproof and waterproof at depths of up to 5 metres it records video up to 4K resolution and captures images up to 56MP. A removable battery, memory card support up to 128GB, 18x digital zoom and a rotating 3.0” IPS screen ensure the best user experience.

Declaration&and&prove&safety& &

The product has been verified in accordance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directives 2014/30/EU, 2011/65/EU & (EU) 2015/863 and in accordance with the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (SI 2017 No. 1206). Its safety complies with the requirements of the relevant national regulations.

Intended&use& &

This product can be used anywhere high quality video or still photography is required and is optimised for underwater use up to 5m.

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Restrictions& &

WARNING

The product is not suitable for children under 3 years of age. Contains small parts. Risk of suffocation.

When connected to a TV ensure any connected cables do not present a trip hazard.

• Before using the product in water, ensure the battery

compartment cover is securely closed and locked.

• After use in salt or chlorinated water, clean the

housing under tap water and allow it to dry.

• Do not use the camcorder while submerged deeper

than 5 meters or for more than 1 hour.

• The waterproof integrity cannot be guaranteed if the

camcorder is subject to impact such as a drop or fall.

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Safety&instructions& &

WARNING

This product is only suitable for the purpose described.

The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper use.

Please read these operating instructions carefully before use.

• Always protect your camera from falls, bumps and

shocks.

• Keep a sufficient distance from objects that

generate strong magnetic fields or radio waves to prevent them from damaging the product or affecting the sound and picture quality.

• In the unlikely event of overheating, smoke or

unpleasant odours coming from the unit, disconnect it immediately from the charging cable and remove the battery to avoid fire.

• Please do not disassemble the product as doing so

will void the warranty. The product does not contain any user serviceable parts.

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• Please dispose of the waste and residues at the

end of the product's life in accordance with local laws and regulations.

Operating&environment& &

• Please peel off the transparent protective film from

the lens and screen before first use.

• It is normal for the case to become warm during use.

• To avo id c ond en sa tio n in si de t he h ous in g or b eh in d

the lens, the product should not be exposed to large differences in temperature and humidity.

• Do not expose your camera to temperatures

exceeding 40º.

• Protect the product from falls, bumps and knocks.

• Carrying or holding this product by the LCD screen

increases the risk of dropping the unit and / or malfunction.

• While the monitor screen has more than 99.99%

effective pixels, 0.01%of the pixels may be bright spots (red, blue, green) or dark spots. This is NOT a malfunction. The spots will not be reproduced in the recorded videos or captured images.

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The waterproof camcorder body

Aquapix WDV5630 is waterproof and dustproof in accordance with the following standards:

Waterproof: Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX8 and IPX6 (1 hour at depths up to 5 m)

Dustproof: Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IP6X.

Fogging of the lens

Camcorders featuring waterproof specifications are airtight. When the temperature rises during use, condensation can occur inside the lens due to the internal humidity. To mi ni mi se t hi s ef fe ct p le as e co ns id er t he f ol low in g measures:

• Avoid frequent exposure to direct sunlight.

• Long hours of handheld use may cause the unit

temperature to rise. Consider using a tripod where possible.

• Charge the unit in a low humidity environment.

When fogging occurs inside the lens, close the monitor, open the battery compartment and remove the battery. Leave the camera for a short period of time until the fogging reduces.

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Precautions for waterproof use

Malfunction due to customer error or misuse is not covered

by warranty. Before use in water close the battery cover firmly until it is securely locked and watertight.

Ensure sure that there is no damage to the seals and lock and that no foreign materials cause an obstruction to prevent the compartment being securely locked as required.

Do not use the camcorder in sea water and fresh water at a depth deeper than 5 meters or for more than 1 hour at a time.

The waterproof functionality cannot be guaranteed if the camcorder is subject to impact such as a fall or drop.

Do not use the camcorder in strong water flow such as in rapids or under waterfalls or any scenario where strong water pressure may compromise the waterproof performance.

Storage&environment&

Store the product in a cool place (at room temperature) in a dry and dust-free environment and never expose it to high temperatures or prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.

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Camera&description&

1. Lens

2. LCD display

3. Battery compartment lock

4. Battery compartment door

5. Power/Activity LED

6. Zoom/Volume button

7. Charging LED

8. Record/Shutter button

9. Tripod mount

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10. Microphone

11. Speaker

12. Power on/off

13. Mode/OK button

14. Menu button

15. Down button

16. Up button

17. Hand strap

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First&use&

NOTE!

To en sur e o pt imu m pe rf orm an ce from your camera, please follow the steps below when using the camera for the first time.

Step%1:%Insert%the%battery%

Before using the product for the first time, make sure the battery is fully charged.

• To op en t he b att er y

compartment, slide the lock downward and hold it in the unlock position.

• Push the compartment cover to

the right to release and open.

• Insert the battery and close the

battery compartment cover being careful to ensure that the door seals are correctly in place.

• Slide the cover until it clicks back into place.

NOTE: The cover is not securely sealed if the security lock is in the UNLOCK position.

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Step%2:%Charge%the%battery%

To ac hie ve th e fastest charge, ensure the camcorder is switched off during charging.

• It is possible to charge the

camcorder during recording or playback however the charging time will be longer than if the camera was switched off.

• The device should only be charged

via the USB port of a computer or USB power supply with a maximum output of 1050mAh.

• Open the battery compartment cover.

• Connect the USB cable supplied to the USB port

• Connect the other end of the USB cable into your

computer or AC adaptor to start the charging cycle.

• The ‘CHG’ charging LED [7] will illuminate while the

device is charging. Charging is complete when the ‘CHG’ LED switches off.

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Step%3:%Insert%a%microSD%card%

NOTICE

The camcorder supports the use of a Micro SD memory card up to a maximum capacity of 128GB. Ensure the SD card used has a read/write speed of Class 10 or faster.

Step%4:%Turn%on%the%camera!

Press and hold the Power button [12] for up to 3 seconds to turn on the camera. To tu rn o ff t he c am era , pre ss a nd h ol d th e P owe r bu tt on again for up to 3 seconds.

Step%5:%Format%the%microSD%card%

To en su re t he o pt im um p erf or man ce o f th e me mo ry c ar d, it should be formatted in the camcorder before using it for the first time.

The formatting process deletes any data or files currently on the card. Please ensure important files are backed up before formatting the card for use with the camcorder.

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Enter the ‘Format’ settings in the user menu to complete

Date & Time

Use the Menu/OK and Up Down buttons to set the time and date

Date & Time

stamp

Activate/Deactivate time and date stamp on photos and videos

Auto power off

Set time at which camera automatically powers off

Screen save

Set time at which LCD display screen saver activates

Beep sound

Activates/deactivates beep sound on button press

the formatting process.

• Press 2x the Menu button [14] and navigate to the

‘Format’ menu option.

• Press the OK button [13] to confirm the ‘Format’

process.

• When formatting is complete, press the Menu button

[14] to exit the settings menu.

Camera&settings&

Press the Menu button [14] twice to enter the camera settings menu.

Press the Up [16] and Down [15] buttons to navigate the menu.

Press the Mode/OK button [13] to confirm selections.

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Language

Choose your preferred menu and display language

Power

Frequency

Set the frequency according to your local power supply

Format

Format the SD card

Default settings

Reset the camera to factory settings

Version

Displays the currently installed firmware version

Video&mode&

Before recording confirm that a memory card is inserted and recognised by the camcorder.

If the camera is not already in ‘Video’ mode, press the Mode/OK button [13] until the video icon is displayed in the top right corner of the LCD display.

Pressing the Mode button will change the operating modes in the following sequence:

Video Recording > Photo > Playback

Press the Record/Shutter button [8] to start recording. The Red ‘recording’ icon and recording time will appear in the LCD display.

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Video&screen&icons&

1. Video mode

5. Motion detection

9. Date

2. EV

6. Time lapse

10. Time

3. Audio status

7. Resolution

11. Memory card

4. Loop record

8. Elapsed Recording Time

12. Battery level

NOTE!

• Never remove the card while the Activity LED[5] is

illuminated as this could result in lost or corrupt data.

• With the ‘Auto Power Off’ function activated, the

camera will turn off automatically if left idle for 3 minutes. This setting can be changed in the camera settings menu.

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• A recording that exceeds 4GB in size is automatically

Movie size

Selects the video recording resolution and frame rate

Loop recording

When a 'Loop Recording' option is turned ON the camera will record a video for the duration of time chosen. And when the time has elapsed the camera will start recording a new file for the same period of time. As soon as the card is full, the oldest video will automatically be overwritten.

Colour filter

Selects video recording effect

White balance

Adjusts the colour temperature according to recording conditions

divided and recorded as multiple files.

Video&settings&

While in Video mode, press the Menu button [14] once to enter the Video settings menu.

Press the Up [16] and Down [15] buttons to navigate the menu.

Press the Mode/OK button [13] to confirm selections.

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Exposure

Exposure setting adjusts the shutter speed and determines how long the shutter on the camera lens stays open each time the shutter button is pressed to take a photo.

Motion detection

When set to ON the camera starts recording automatically after sensing motion within view of the lens

Record audio

Activate / Mute recording of audio on videos

Time-lapse

Time Lapse Video allows a video recording taken over a long duration to be compressed into a video with just a few minutes playing time, thus creating a time lapsed effect.

Photo&mode&

Press the Mode/OK button [13] to select Photo mode. Use the LCD display to frame your shot. Use the Zoom button [6] to zoom in or out if required.

T – Zoom in to capture a larger subject

W – Zoom out to capture a wider image

Press the Shutter button [8] to capture your photo.

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Photo&screen&icons&

1. Photo mode

6. Self timer

11. Date

2. ISO

7. Burst

12. Time

3. EV

8. Time-lapse

13. Memory card

4. White balance

9. Resolution

14. Battery

5. Quality

10. Shots remaining

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Photo&settings&

Photo Size

Selects the photo resolution

Time-lapse

capture

With the Time Lapse Photo function activated the camera automatically takes a series of timed photos in repetition until the shutter button is pressed to stop the sequence. The time taken between each photo can be set in the menu option.

Self-timer

With the Photo-Timer turned ON the camera automatically takes a single photo after a set time delay.

Color filter

Selects Photo effect

Photo burst

The Photo Burst function allows you to take multiple photos in rapid succession with just a single press of the shutter button. The number of photos taken can be selected in settings.

Quality

Select preferred photo quality

Sharpness

Select preferred Sharpness settings

While in Photo mode, press the Menu button [14] once to enter the Photo settings menu.

Press the Up [16] and Down [15] buttons to navigate the menu. Press the Mode/OK button [13] to confirm selections.

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White balance

Adjusts the color temperature according to recording conditions

ISO

ISO settings will brighten or darken a photo. As you increase your ISO number, your photos will grow progressively brighter.

Exposure

Exposure setting adjusts the shutter speed and determines how long the shutter on the camera lens stays open each time the shutter button is pressed to take a photo.

Metering

Metering evaluates the light of a scene to determine the correct shutter speed, aperture, or ISO

Average Metering - uses light information from the entire scene and creates an average for the final exposure setting, giving no weighting to any particular portion of the metered area.

Center-weighted Metering - evaluates the light in the middle of the frame and its surroundings and ignores the corners Spot Metering - evaluates the light around your focus point and ignores everything else

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Playback&mode&

Using the LCD display, you can playback your videos, view your photos and delete any unwanted files.

Playing%files%

• Press the Mode/OK button [13] to enter Playback

mode.

• Use the Up button[16] and Down[15] buttons to

browse your files.

• Press the Record/Shutter button [8] to start video

playback or view a photo.

• Use the Zoom button [6] to adjust the volume during

playback.

• During video playback use the Down button [15] to

fast forward playback (2X / 4X / 8X).

• Use the Up button [16] to rewind playback

(-2X / -4X / -8X).

Photo%slideshow%

While in playback mode you can use the ‘Slideshow’ option to present your photos in a slide show mode with a user set time duration for the display of each photo.

• While in Playback mode, select any photo.

• Press the menu button [14] to open the photo

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options menu.

• Use the Down button [15] to highlight ‘Slide Show’.

• Press the Mode/OK button [13] to open the slide

display time options.

• Use the Up [16] and Down [15] buttons to highlight

the time required and press the Mode/OK button [13] to confirm.

The camera will then start the slideshow automatically. If the slide show does not start automatically press the Mode/OK button[13].

• Press the Mode/OK button [13] to pause/restart the

slideshow.

• Press the Record/Shutter button [8] to stop the slide

show.

Deleting%files%

• Select the file to be deleted.

• Press the Menu button [14] to open the sub-menu.

• Select [Delete] > [Delete this file] > [Yes/No]

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Protecting%files%

To pr eve nt a ccidental deletion of your favourite recordings or photos use the ‘Protect’ settings option in Playback mode.

• Enter Playback Mode and choose the video or photo

file you wish to protect.

• Press the Menu button [14] and press the Down

button [15] to highlight the ‘Protect’ option.

• Press the Mode/OK button [13] to enter the protect

sub-menu.

• Choose whether you wish to lock / unlock the

currently selected single file or all files at once.

• Press the Mode/OK button [13] to confirm your

selection.

• Press the Menu button [14] twice to return to the

Playback screen.

• All currently protected files will be confirmed with

the display of the key icon on the LCD display.

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Playback&screen&icons&

1. Video file

8. Video resolution

2. Video file name

9. Current time display

3. Pause

10. Date of recording

4. Stop

11. Time of recording

5. Fast rewind

12. Memory card

6. Fast forward

13. Battery level

7. Video volume

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10. Date of recording

14. Photo file

11. Time of recording

15. Photo file name

12. Memory card

16. Photo resolution

13. Battery level

17. Protected File

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Recording×&

NOTE!

The table below outlines approximate maximum recording times when using various video resolution settings. Recording times may vary depending on shooting conditions and memory card size.

When a video recording file size

reaches 4GB of data, while recording the camcorder automatically divides the recording and starts a new file. Recording is not interrupted. However the final recording will be comprised of 2 or more files depending on the length of time of the recording and the total amount of data saved. This is a fundamental limit of all FAT file systems due to the maximum allowed file size on a FAT system.

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Connecting&to&PC&

By connecting your camcorder to a computer you can transfer files or use the camcorder as a webcam.

• Connect the camera to the USB port your computer

using the USB cable supplied.

• Open the LCD display.

• The camcorder will automatically power on and

display options for Mass Storage (File Transfer) or PC Camera (Windows® only).

• Press the Up button [16] and Down button [15] to

make your selection and press the Mode/OK button [13] to confirm.

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File transfer

NOTE!

• To tr an sfe r fi le fr om th e ca mc or de r to y ou r co mp ut er

select ‘Mass Storage’.

• The camera will mount as an external device on your

computer where you can copy the files required.

Webcam (Windows® only)

• To use the camcorder as a webcam select ‘PC

Camera’.

• If your computer does not display an image from the

camcorder you may need to use the camera settings on your computer to select ‘USB Camera’ as the camera device being used.

To avo id c onn ec ti on t o th e

computers built-in camera please disable the computers camera.

To pr eve nt d at a l os s or c or ru pti on , alw ays e je ct o r un mount the camera from your computer properly before disconnecting the USB cable.

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Connecting&to&TV&

NOTE!

Depending on the recording format

and HDMI output settings, file playback may be limited.

• Using the HDMI cable, connect the HDMI Output on

the camcorder to the HDMI Input on the TV.

• Select the relevant HDMI Input on the TV.

• Enter Playback mode on the camera and start

playback of the selected file.

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Tec hn ic al &specifications& &

Video resolution

4K (30fps)

2.7K (30fps) 1080p (60/30fps) 720p (60/30fps)

Photo resolution

56M*/48M*/30M*/24M*/20M*/16M*/ 12M/8MP/5MP

Display

3.0”/7.6 cm

Sensor

13MP CMOS Sensor

ISO

Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600

Lens

Fixed, F/2.6, f=7.0 mm

Focus range

1 m ~ infinity

Waterproof

Waterproof up to 5m

Microphone/ Speaker

Built-in mic and speaker

Memory card

Supports Micro SD/SDHC up to 128GB, Class 10 or higher (not included)

Zoom

18x digital zoom

Screen saver

Off/5/10 min.

Auto power off

Off/1/2/3/5/10 min.

Motion detection

Off/On

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Time-lapse video

Off/100mS/200mS/500mS/1sec/5sec/ 10sec/30sec/1min/5min

Time-lapse photo

Off/On

Colour filter

Colour, Black & White, Sepia

Photo burst

Off/3 Photos per shot

Loop recording

Off/1/3/5/10 min.

Self-timer

Off/2/5/10 sec.

White balance

Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent

Exposure

-3.0EV ~ +3.0EV

Metering

Average, Center-weighted, Spot

Photo quality

Fine, Normal, Economy

Photo sharpness

Soft, Normal, Strong

Record audio

Off/On

Frequency

50Hz, 60Hz

File formats

MP4, JPG

Interface

HDMI, Micro USB

Battery

P16 Li-Polymer, 3.400mAh,

3.8V, 12.92Wh

Product dimensions

135(L) x 65(W) x 67(H) mm

Product weight

Approx 400g (including battery)

*by interpolation

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Troubleshooting&

Problem

Possible cause

Solution

Camera will not power on

Battery not installed. Battery not charged.

Install battery as instructed. Charge battery.

Camera shuts off

Battery charge depleted. Auto-power off function enabled.

Charge battery. Adjust auto-power off settings.

Files not saved

Power interruption while saving.

Charge battery when CHG LED [7] turns red.

Problem focusing

Subject out of focus range.

Reduce distance to subject.

Memory card malfunction

Protected memory card. Document Format Error. Memory Card Damage.

Disable SD card protection. Format SD card in camera. Replace memory card.

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Box&contents!

• Waterproof camcorder

• Battery

• Storage bag

• USB cable

• HDMI cable

• Manual (English, German)

Operating instructions in other languages are available for download at https://bit.ly/3JtIJuI or

www.easypix.info/download-manuals/download/aquapix-wdv5630/

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Disposal& &

Disposal of packaging:

Dispose of the packaging according to its type.

Add cardboard and paperboard to the waste paper, foils and

plastic wrapping to the recyclable waste collection.

Waste electrical and electronic equipment and/or batteries

disposed of by users in private households in the European

Union:

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that it

cannot be disposed of with household waste. You must dispose of your old

appliance and/or battery by handing it over to the applicable collection

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system for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment and/or

es can explode if exposed to an open fire.

WARNING

batteries. For more information on recycling this device and/or battery,

contact your local council, the shop where you purchased the device or your

household waste disposal service. Recycling materials helps to conserve

natural resources and ensures that it is recycled in a way that protects

human health and the environment.

Warning regarding batteries:

- Do not disassemble or hit the battery. Be careful not to short-circuit the battery. Do not expose the battery to high temperatures. Do not continue using the battery if it leaks or expands.

- Keep the battery away from children.

- Batteri Never throw batteries into fire.

- Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.

- Before disposing of the device, remove the battery and dispose of it separately.

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Declaration&of&conformity& &

EU Declaration of conformity We hereby declare that the product is in conformity with

the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directives 2014/30/EU and 2011/65/EU & (EU) 2015/863. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity can be found in German and English at: www.easypix.info/download/pdf/doc-wdv5630.pdf

UKCA Declaration of conformity We hereby declare that the product complies with the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (SI 2017 No.1206).

The full text of the UK Declaration of Conformity can be found in English at: www.easypix.info/download/pdf/doc-wdv5630.pdf