Genius V1200 User Manual

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WEEE Warning Message

Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries

This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: z This product is designat ed f or sepa rate c ollecti on at an appro priat e colle ction po int. Do

not dispose of as household waste.

z For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste

management.

FCC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1). This device may not ca use harmful interf erence, and (2). This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to co mply with th e limits for Cla ss B digital devices, pursuant to Pa rt 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designe d to pr ovide reasonable protection against harmful interference i n a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recept ion, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such

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changes or modifications should be made , y ou could be required to stop operation of the equi pme nt.

Product Information

1. Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This includes primary product

specifications, softw are, software drivers, and user’s manu al. Thi s Us er Manu al is a ge neral reference guide for the product.

2. The product and accessor ies th at come w ith y our camera m ay be dif fere nt from tho se desc ribed in t his man ual.

This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products very often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches, and lan gu ag e su pport. Occasionally a retailer will specify a uniqu e product color, appearan ce, and internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.

3. The illustrations in this manual are for the pur po se o f explanation and may differ f rom the actual design o f your

camera.

4. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual.

5. For driver updates, you can check the “Download” section of our website, www.geniusnet.com

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product .

Warnings  If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries.

Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the stor e of pu rc has e.

 If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power OFF and remove the

batteries. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the stor e of pu rc has e

 Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.

This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask the store of purchase.

 Do not use the camera in areas near water.

This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain, snow, on the beach, or near the shore.

 Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.

This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing injury.

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 Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.

Swallowing batteries might cause poisoning. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, immediately consult a physician.

 Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a motorcycle.

This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.

Cautions  Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals.

Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking.

 Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.

This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.

 Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.

This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.

 A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use excessive force when handling the

camera. This might cause damage to the camera.

 Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.

This might cause fire or electric shoc k.

 Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of continuous use.

The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause burns.

 Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.

This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire. Use the camera in a well-ventilated place.

 Do not leave the camera in p lace s w here t he tem pe rature may rise signi f icantly , su ch as in side a car.

This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.

 Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.

Failure to do this might damage cords and cable s, re s ulting in fire and electric shock.

Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described

below:  Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the battery performance.

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 Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures ca n shorten the battery life and

reduce camera performance.

 The battery may feel warm when using the camera for an extended period of time or using the flash

continuously. This is normal and not a malfunction.

 The digital video camera may feel warm w hen bei ng used continu ously or for an extende d peri od of time. T his

is normal and not a malfunction.

 If you will not be using the batteries for an extended period of time, remove them from the camera to prevent

leakage or corrosion.

 Always keep the terminals in a clean state.  Never use manganese batteries.  Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.  Dispose of used batte ries according to the instructions.

Table of Contents

Introduction ............................................................................................... 1

System Requirements ............................................................................................. 1

Main Features ......................................................................................................... 1

Package Contents .............. ... ... ... ... .... ............................. ... ... ............................. .... . 2

Camera Views ................ .... ... ... ... ............................. .... ... ............................. ... ... .... . 3

Camera Buttons .................................... ............................. ... ... .... ........................... 5

Navigation Control ................................................................................................... 5

Camera Memory ...... ... ............................. ... .... ... ............................. ... ... .................. 7

Getting Started .......................................................................................... 8

Attaching the Wrist Strap ........................................................................................ 8

Inserting the Battery ................................................................................................ 8

Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card ..................................................................... 9

Charging the Battery ............................................................................................. 10

Turning the Power On and Off .............................................................................. 10

Initial Settings ........................................................................................................ 10

Modes ................................................................................................................... 11

Using the LCD Monitor ........................................................................... 13

LCD Monitor Layout . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .............................. ... ... ... ............................. ... 13

Recording Photos, Videos and Voices ................................................. 22

Taking Photos ....................................................................................................... 22

Using the Stabilizer ............................................................................................... 22

Setting the Zoom Control ...................................................................................... 23

Using Flash ........................................................................................................... 24

Setting the Focus Mode ........................................................................................ 25

Using the Function Menu ...................................................................................... 26

Using the Record Menu ........................................................................................ 32

Recording Movies .... ... ... ....................................................................................... 51

Recording Voices ........................... .............................. ... ... ............................. ... ... 53

Playback .................................................................................................. 54

Viewing in Single Navigation .................... ... .... ...... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... 54

Viewing thumbnails ............................................................................................... 54

Zooming images .................................................................................................... 56

Playing Movies ............................... .............................. ... ... ... ............................. ... 56

Playing Voice Recording .......................... ... .... ............................. ... ... ... ................ 58

Playing Voice Memo ... ... ............................. .... ... ... ... ............................. .... ... ... ...... 58

Deleting an Image/Video/Audio ............................................................................. 59

Playback Menu ...................................................................................................... 60

Using the Setup Menu ............................................................................ 75

Setting Sounds ...................................................................................................... 75

Setting Power Save ............................................................................................... 76

Setting LCD Save .................................................................................................. 76

Setting Date & Time .............................................................................................. 77

Setting Language .................................................................................................. 77

Setting File Numbering .......................................................................................... 77

Setting TV Out ....................................................................................................... 78

Setting LCD Brightness ......................................................................................... 78

Setting Battery Type .............................................................................................. 78

Setting Memory Kit ................................................................................................ 79

Reset All ................... ... ... .... ... ... ............................. ... .... ............................. ... ... ... ... 79

Making Connections ............................................................................... 80

Connecting the Camera to a TV ............................ ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ...... ... ... 80

Connecting the Camera a PC ............................................................................... 80

Connecting the Camera to a Printer ............................. ... ... ... ... ....... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... 81

Appendix .................................................................................................. 82

About Folder and File Names ............................................................................... 82

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 83

Specifications .......................................................................................... 85

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new digital camera. This manual provides step-by-step instructions on how to use your camera, and is intended for your reference only.

System Requirements

In order to get the most out of your camera, your computer must meet the following system requirements:

For Windows:

• Windows 2000/XP/Vista

• Processor: Pentium II 450MHz or above

• Memory: 512MB or above

• HDD space: 200 MB or above

• 16bit color display monitor

• Microsoft DirectX 9.0C

• USB port and CD-ROM drive

For Macintosh:

• Power Mac G3 or later

• Mac OS 10.0-10.4

• Memory: 64MB or above

• HDD space: 110MB or above

• USB port and CD-ROM drive

Main Features

• 12 mega pixels resolution

• Up to 3x optical zoom and 5x digital zoom

• 1/2.3 inch CCD image sensor

• 2.7 inch color LCD monitor

• 32MB internal flash memory with optional external SD/SDHC card

• Supports up to 4GB of SD card, and up to 32GB of SDHC card

• Sleek metallic finish

• Easy-to-use button interface

• DCF, DPOF, PictBridge compatibility

• Slideshow feature to review your pictures and movies

• A/V output to view your pictures and movies on your TV

• USB port to transfer photos and movies to your PC

Package Contents

Please check the contents of your camera package. It should contain:

Digital camera AA battery x 2 pcs

Battery charger

(optional)

Wrist strap USB cable AV cable (optional)

CD-ROM Quick Start Guide/

User Manual (optional)

Camera pouch (optional)

Camera Views

Front View

Back View

Flash

Zoom Lens

Self-timer LED / AF Assist Lamp

Microphone

FUNC

DISP

SET

Zoom buttons

Play button

LCD screen

Menu button

SET button / 4-way navigation control

Function / Delete button

LED indicator

Top V i ew

Bottom View

Left/Right View

Stabilizer button

Shutter button

Power button

Speaker

OPEN

Battery compartment

Tripod screw hole

SD card compartment

Strap ring

USB / TV Out

Camera Buttons

Your camera is equipped with different buttons for ease of use.

Navigation Control

The 4-way Navigation Control and the SET button allows you to access the various menus

available from the On Screen Display (OSD). You can configure a wide range of settings to ensure maximum results from your photos and videos. Further functions of these buttons are as follows:

Button Description

Power Press to turn on/off the power. Stabilizer The stabilizer sets the optimal ISO value according to light levels to compensate for

camera shake.

Press to set stabilizer on/off. Shutter Press to capture an image or start/stop recording video or audio clip. Play If the camera is turned off, press and hold to turn on camera in Playback mode.

If the camera is turned on, press to toggle camera to Playback or Record mode. Zoom Press the zoom buttons to change zoom focus. Menu Press to enter menu. Function/

Delete

In Record mode, press to enter function menu.

In Playback mode, press to delete an image, video or audio clip.

Button Usage

SET 1. Confirm a selection when using the OSD menus.

Flash/ Right

1. In Record mode, press to scroll through the flash mode options. (Auto, Anti Red-eye, Fill, Slow Sync and Off)

2. In Playback mode, press to view the next image, video or audio clip.

3. In Playback Video mode, press to fast forward video playback

4. In Menu, press to enter the submenu or to navigate through the menu selections.

Macro/ Left

1. In Record mode, press to turn on/off Macro.

2. In Playback mode, press to view the previous image, video or audio clip.

3. In Playback Video mode, press to retract video playback

4. In Menu, press to exit a submenu or to navigate through the menu selections.

Up/Face Tracking/ Rotate

1. In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu selections.

2. In Record mode, press to turn the face tracking function on and off.

3. In Playback Video/ Audio mode, press to Start/Pause video or audio playback.

4. In Playback photo mode, press to rotate the image clockwise 90 degrees by each press of the button. This feature is applicable for still images only.

Flash Button

Macro Button

SET Button

Face Tracking/

Rotate Button

Display Button

SET

DISP

Camera Memory

Internal memory

Your camera is equipped with 32MB of internal memory. Users can store images up to 12MB. If there is no memory card inserted in the memory card slot, all images, videos and audio clips recorded are automatically stored in the internal memory.

External storage

Your camera supports SD cards of up to 4GB in size. It also supports SDHC cards with a maximum capacity of 32GB. If there is a storage card inserted in the memory slot, the camera

automatically saves all images, videos and audio clips in the external storage card. The icon indicates the camera is using SD card.

Not all cards may be compatible with your camera. When purchasing a card, please check the card's specifications and take the camera with you.

Display/Down

1. In Playback mode, press to change the LCD screen display to show or hide OSD icons.

2. In Record mode, press to change LCD screen display to show or hide OSD icons and guide lines.

3. In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu selections.

4. In Playback Video/ Audio mode, press to stop video/audio playback.

Button Usage

Warning

Getting Started

Attaching the Wrist Strap

Follow these instructions to attach the wrist strap to your camera to facilitate easy carrying:

1. Insert the short loop of the strap in the strap eyelet.

2. Thread the larger loop of the strap though the short loop and pull tight to attach the strap to the camera.

Inserting the Battery

Follow these instructions to insert the AA batteries into the battery compartment. Please read "Battery Information” on page iv before inserting/removing batteries.

1. Make sure the power is off before inserting the batteries.

2. Open the battery compartment at the bottom of the camera.

3. Insert the batteries into the compartment with the terminal facing inside the camera and the battery indent next to the compartment door.

DISP

SET

FUNC

DISP

SET

OPENOPEN

DISP

SET

DISP

SET

4. Close the battery compartment.

Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card

Expand your camera’s storage by using SD or SDHC memory cards.

1. Open the SD card compartment at the bottom of

the camera.

2. Insert the SD/SDHC card into the memory card slot with the metallic part facing the front side of the camera.

3. Push the SD/SDHC card into the memory slot until it clicks into place.

4. Close the SD card compartment.

To remove the SD/SDHC card

1. Open the battery compartment.

2. Gently push the card until it pops out.

3. Pull out the card carefully.

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DISP

SET

OPEN

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SET

OPENOPEN

DISP

SET

OPENOPEN

DISP

SET

OPENOPEN

Charging the Battery

The battery that comes along with your package is not charged. You need to charge the battery before using the camera.

1. Insert the battery into the battery charger as shown.

2. Plug the battery charger to the main outlet.

The battery charging time is 2 hours.

Turning the Power On and Off

There are two ways to turn on the camera:

• The start up image displays briefly and the startup sound

plays if enabled. The zoom lens extends and the camera is turned on in Record mode.

• The camera is turned on in Playback mode. The zoom lens are not extended.

To turn off the camera, press the Power button. See "Modes” on page 11 to know more about Record and Playback mode.

Initial Settings

When you turn on your camera for the first time, you will be asked to do the initial settings of your camera. When you turn the Power button on, the Language Menu is displayed on the LCD screen for you to setup the display language.

Setting the Language

1. Press , , or to move through the selection.

2. Select a language, then press SET to apply.

Setting the Date & Time

1. Press or to move through the selection.

2. Press

the or keys to change the value for the date and time.

3. Press SET to apply.

4. If necessary, press to close the menu.

Now, you are ready to start taking photos and videos.

Holding down the or keys to change the values continuously.

Modes

Your camera has two modes:

Record mode

• Set to Record mode to capture images and record videos and audio clips.

• Record mode can be further set to mode options like auto, movie and scene selection

modes. See "Selecting the Record mode options" below.

Playback mode

• Set your camera to Playback mode to view and edit captured images and playback videos

and audio clips. You can also attach voice memo to images in this mode. When you turn on your camera using the Power button, you are automatically turned on to Record mode.

Switching between Record Mode and Playback Mode

In Record mode, press the Play button to switch to Playback mode. In Playback mode, press the Play button to switch back to Record mode.

Selecting the Record mode options

Maximize the quality and ease of use of your camera by using the different mode options. The mode options allow you to capture images with preset settings according to scene conditions.

Note

1. Set the camera to Record mode.

2. Press to launch Record Mode Menu.

3. Select Record Mode, then press to enter

submenu.

4. Select a mode.

5. Press the SET button to apply selected mode.

• For more information, see "Using the Record Menu” on page 32.

• Use the 4-way navigation control to move through the menu selections.

OFF

Record Mode Drive Mode AEB AF Area AF Lamp Sharpness

Note

Using the LCD Monitor

The high resolution 2.7” LCD monitor shows all important information regarding camera settings as well as the visual image of your photo or video. The display on the LCD monitor is called the On Screen Display or OSD.

LCD Monitor Layout

The following illustrations show the LCD monitor layout and icon descriptions.

Record Mode Screen Layout

No. Item Description

1 Record Mode Indicates the current mode. 2 Flash Indicates flash settings. 3 Self-timer / Burst Indicates drive mode settings. 4 Zoom indicator Displays zoom.

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5 Shots remaining Indicates the remaining shots available. 6 Battery Indicates battery level. 7 Storage media Indicates current storage media in use. 8 Date stamp Indicates date stamp is enabled. 9 AEB Indicates AEB function is enabled

10 Stabilizer Indicates stabilizer function is enabled.

11 Saturation Displays saturation settings. 12 Contrast Displays contrast settings. 13 Histogram Graphic display of ISO settings. 14 ISO Displays ISO settings. 15 Focus area Use to frame subject to capture. 16 Shutter speed Displays shutter speed settings. 17 Aperture value Displays aperture settings. 18 Shake warning Indicates that the camera is shaking. 19 Macro Indicates macro is enabled. 20 Exposure Displays exposure settings. 21 Face tracking Indicates face tracking is enabled.

No. Item Description

22 White balance Displays white balance settings. 23 Metering Displays metering settings. 24 Sharpness Displays sharpness settings. 25 Quality Displays quality settings. 26 Resolution Displays resolution settings . 27 AF lamp Indicates AF lamp is enabled.

No. Item Description

Playback Mode Screen Layout

The Playback mode display varies depending on the type of image being viewed.

Playback mode display of still images:

No. Item Description

Playback mode Indicates playback mode.

Protect Indicates file is protected.

Voice memo Indicates voice memo is attached.

Button intro

Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a movie or audio file.

File no. / Total no.

Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage card.

Battery Indicates battery level.

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Playback mode of videos:

Storage media Indicates used storage memory.

Recording information

Displays recording information of the file.

DPOF Indicates the file is marked for printing.

Resolution Displays the resolution settings.

No. Item Description

Playback mode Indicates playback mode.

Protect Indicates file is protected.

Movie clip Indicates the file is a movie.

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Button intro

Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a movie or audio file.

File no. / Total no.

Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage card.

Battery Indicates battery level.

Storage media Indicates used storage memory.

Recording information Displays recording information of the file.

Volume Indicates volume settings.

Key indicator

Indicates the buttons to press on the camera to apply the functions.

Played time Indicates played time.

Playing status Displays playing status.

No. Item Description

Playback mode of audio clips:

No. Item Description

Playback mode Indicates playback mode.

Protect Indicates the file is protected.

Button intro

Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a movie or audio file.

File no. / Total no.

Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage card.

Battery Indicates battery level.

Storage media Indicates used storage memory.

Recording information Displays recording information of the file.

Volume Indicates volume settings.

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Changing the LCD Monitor Display

The type of information displayed on the LCD screen can be changed using the button.

Press the button repeatedly to change the LCD display from one type to another. In Record Mode, the LCD display can be changed into any of the following:

Key indicator

Indicates the buttons to press on the camera to apply the functions.

Played time Indicates played time.

Playing status Displays playing status.

No. Item Description

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Full OSD on

Guide lines on OSD off

• The OSD information may vary depending on the record mode type.

• The following icons, if enabled, are still displayed on the LCD even when OSD off or Guide lines on: AEB, Face tracking, AF lamp, Drive mode, and Macro.

• Use the “Guide lines” to properly set image for capture.

In Playback mode, the LCD display can be changed into any of the following:

LCD display cannot be changed in the following situations:

• Manual exposure mode

• Recording movie or audio clips

• Playing movie or audio clips

• Playing slideshow

Note

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Recording Photos, Videos and Voices

Taking Photos

Now that you are familiar with your camera, you are now ready to take your photos. Taking photos with your camera is very simple.

1. Turn on the camera by pressing the Power button. By

doing this, your camera is also set to Record mode.

2. Frame the shot using the focus bracket on the LCD monitor. See illustration on the right.

3. Half press the Shutter button. The camera

automatically adjusts the focus and exposure. When the camera is ready to take the photo, the frame bracket turns green, the shutter speed and aperture value are displayed.

4. Fully press the Shutter button to capture image.

When the shake warning icon appears, hold the camera steadily, with your arms at your side or use a tripod to stabilize the camera to prevent blurred images.

Using the Stabilizer

The Stabilizer function prevents blurred images caused by shaking.

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Stab il izer button

To activate Stabilizer

•Press the Stabilizer button on top of

your camera to enable/disable stabilizer.

If Stabilizer is enabled, the stabilizer icon is displayed on the LCD monitor and the ISO setting is automatically set to Auto. See “ISO” on page 30 for more details.

Setting the Zoom Control

Your camera features up to 3x optical zoom and up to 5x of digital zoom. Optical zoom is achieved by mechanically adjusting the lens. While digital zoom is activated through the menu settings. Please refer to “Setting the Digital Zoom” on page 48 on how to setup digital zoom.

To adjusts the optical zoom:

1. Press the Zoom buttons to zoom in or zoom out an image.

2. The zoom indicator appears on the LCD monitor.

To adjusts the digital zoom:

1. Activate digital zoom. See “Setting the Digital Zoom” on page 48.

2. Press the T button to optically zoom in to the maximum until it stops.

3. Release the button.

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Zoom buttons

Press to zoom in.Press to zoom out.

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