Hitachi DZ-SV560E Instruction Manual

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 cause harmful interference, 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 comply with the limits for Class B digital
devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in 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 reception, 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.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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 changes or modifications should be made, you could
be required to stop operation of the equipment.

Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway
(fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable
(USB, etc.) again.

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Trademark Information



Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

 Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
 Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
 SD™ is a trademark.
 Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their

respective owners.

Product Information

 Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This

includes primary product specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s
manual. This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product.

 The product and accessories that come with your Digital video camera may be

different from those described in this manual. 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, chargers, AC adapters, memory cards, cables,
pouches, and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique
product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for
precise product definition and included accessories.

 The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ

from the actual design of your Digital video camera.

 The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user

manual.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

Warnings

If foreign objects or water have entered the Digital video camera, turn
the power off and remove the batteries.

Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of
purchase.

If the Digital video camera has fallen or its case has been damaged,
turn the power off and remove the batteries.

Continued use might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of
purchase.

Do not disassemble, change or repair the Digital video camera.

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

Use the supplied AC adapter only with the indicated power supply
voltage.

Use with any other power supply voltage might cause fire or electric shock.

Do not use the Digital video 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 Digital video camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.

This might cause the Digital video camera to fall or tilt over, causing
damage.

Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.

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

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

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

Please use batteries with complete external seals.

Do not use batteries from which the seals have been damaged or removed.
This may cause leakage, explosion, or injury.

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Cautions

Load the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the
terminals.

Loading the batteries with their 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 Digital video camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike
it or use excessive force when handling the Digital video camera.

This might cause damage to the Digital video camera.

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

This might cause fire or electric shock.

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

The batteries become hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause
burns.

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

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

Do not leave the Digital video camera in places where the temperature
may rise significantly, such as inside a car.

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

Before you move the Digital video camera, disconnect cords and
cables.

Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and
electric shock.

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Notes on Battery Usage

When you use the batteries, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety
Instructions and the notes described below:

 Use only the specified batteries.
 Avoid extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery

life and reduce Digital video camera performance. Therefore Ni-MH rechargeable
batteries are highly recommended.

 When you are using a new rechargeable batteries or! rechargeable batteries that

have not been used for an extended period of time (the batteries that passed the
expiry date are exception), it may affect the number of images that can be
captured. Therefore, to maximize their performance and lifetime, we recommend
that you fully charge the batteries and discharge them for at least one complete
cycle before use.

 The batteries may feel warm after a long period of continuous use of the Digital

video camera or the flash. This is normal and not a malfunction.

 The Digital video camera may feel warm after a long period of continuous use. This

is normal and not a malfunction.

 If the batteries are not to be used for a long period of time, remove them from the

Digital video camera to prevent leakage or corrosion and store them after no
battery power is left. Stored for a long time in a fully charged condition, their
performance may be impaired.

 Always keep the battery terminals clean.
 There is a risk of explosion if the batteries are replaced by an incorrect type.
 Dispose of used batteries according to the recycle instructions.
 Charge the rechargeable!batteries fully before using for the first time.
 Never use batteries of different types (together) or mix old and new batteries.
 Never use manganese batteries.
 To prevent short-circuiting or fire, keep the batteries away from other metal objects

when carrying or storing.

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CONTENTS

7 INTRODUCTION

7 Overview
7 Package Contents

8 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

8 Front View
9Rear View
10 LCD Monitor Display

14 GETTING STARTED

14 Preparation
15 Turning the Power On/Off
15 LED Indicators
16 Handling the Digital Video Camera
17 Setting the Date and Time
17 Choosing the Language
18 Formatting the Memory Card or

Internal Memory

19 CAPTURE MODE

19 Recording Video Clips
19 Capturing Still Images
20 Using the Zoom Function
20 Setting the Focus
21 Setting the Self-Timer

22 PLAYBACK MODE

22 Playing Back Video Clips
23 Playing Back Still Images
24 Thumbnail Display
24 Slide Show Display
25 Protecting Images
26 Deleting Still Images/Video Clips

27 AUDIO MODE

27 Recording Audio Files
27 Playing Back Audio Files
27 Deleting Audio Files

28 MENU OPTIONS

28 Video Menu
30 Capture Menu

32 Playback Menu
33 Setup Menu

35 EDITING SOFTWARE

INSTALLATION

36 TRANSFERRING FILES TO

YOUR COMPUTER

36 Downloading / Deleting Your Files

via Computer

37 USING THE DIGITAL VIDEO

CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA

38 SPECIFICATIONS

39 APPENDIX

39 Troubleshooting
40 Connecting to a PictBridge

Compliant Printer

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INTRODUCTION

Overview

Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital video camera.
This digital video camera is designed as an “entry-level” handy cam.
Equipped with a 5.0-megapixel sensor, this videocamera is capable of capturing
images and video clips.

Package Contents

Carefully unpack your digital video camera and ensure that you have the following
items:

Common Product Components:

 Digital video camera
 Software CD-ROM
 USB cable
 A/V cable
 Earphone
 Camera strap
 Camera pouch
 2 x AA size batteries

Common (Optional) Accessories:

 SD/SDHC memory card
 Tripod

 Accessories and components may vary by retailer.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DIGITAL
VIDEO CAMERA

Front View

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2

3

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7

1. Speaker

2. Focus switch
Normal mode
Macro mode

3. Lens

4. LED lights

5. Microphone

6. Battery cover

7. Tripod socket

6

Rear View

1

2

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8
9

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11
12

13

14

5

6

4

3

1. LCD monitor

2. Power button

3. W Left button
Self-timer button

4. / Zoom out (wide-angle)

button / Thumbnail button

/ Zoom in (telephoto)

button

5. S Up button

MODE Mode button

6. X Right button
Camera mode quick key

7. OK/Shutter button

8. T Down button
MENU Menu!button

9. Status LED indicator

10.USB port

11.SD/SDHC memory card slot

12.A/V OUT terminal

13.Earphones connector

14.Strap holder

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LCD Monitor Display

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Standby Mode

Video Mode

1. Video mode icon

2. Available recording time

3. Storage media
[ ] Internal memory (no card)
[ ] SD/SDHC memory card

4. Battery condition
[ ] Full battery power
[ ] Medium battery power
[ ] Low battery power
[ ] No battery power

5. Zoom status
(available only when movie size is
set to 320 x 240)

6. Exposure compensation

7. White Balance
[ ] Auto
[ ] Daylight
[ ] Cloudy
[ ] Fluoresc.
[ ] Tungsten

8. Image quality
[

] Fine
[ ] Standard
[ ] Economy

9. Video size
[ ]640 x 480
[ ]320 x 240

10.Focus setting
[

Blank

] Normal

[] Macro

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Camera Mode

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1. Camera mode icon

2. Available number of shots

3. Storage media

4. Battery condition

5. Zoom status

6. Capture mode icon
[

Blank]Single

[] Burst
[] AEB

7. ISO
[ ] Auto
[] 100
[] 200

8. Exposure compensation

9. White Balance

10.Image quality

11.Image size
[11m ]3840 x 2880 (FW interpolation)
[8m]3264 x 2448 (FW interpolation)
[5m

]2560 x 1920

[

3m]2048 x 1536

[

1m]1280 x 960

[

0.3m]640 x 480

12.Focus setting

13.Self-timer
[

10s

] 10 sec.

[

2s

] 2 sec.

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Audio Recording Mode

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(Standby)

1. Audio mode icon

2. Available recording time

3. Storage media

4. Battery condition

5. Elapsed time

6. Recording indicator

(Recording)

Recording indicator

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Playback Mode

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Video Mode

1. Playback mode icon

2. Elapsed time

3. Storage media

4. Battery condition

5. Volume indicator

6. Folder and file number

7. Playback indicator

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Camera Mode

1. Playback mode icon

2. Storage media

3. Battery condition

4. Folder and file number

Audio Playback Mode

1. Playback mode icon

2. Storage media

3. Battery condition

4. Volume indicator

5. Folder and file number

6. Playback indicator

7. Elapsed time

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GETTING STARTED

Preparation

1. Attach the camera strap.

2. Open the battery cover.

3. Insert the supplied batteries with correct
orientation as shown.

4. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional).
 The video camera has 32MB internal

memory, but you can load an SD/SDHC
memory card to expand its memory
capacity.

 Be sure to format the SD/SDHC memory

card with this video camera before its initial
usage.

 Close the battery cover and make sure it is

locked securely.



To prevent valuable data from being accidentally deleted from an
SDHC memory card
the

SD/SDHC



To save, edit, or delete data on an SD/SDHC memory card, you must
unlock the card



To prevent damaging of SD/SDHC memory card, be sure to turn off the
power when inserting or removing the SD/SDHC memory card. If
inserting or removing the SD/SDHC memory card with the power on, the digital video camera will
automatically turn off.

 Be careful not to drop the batteries when opening or closing the battery cover.

, you can slide the write protect tab (on the side of

memory card) to “LOCK”.

/

SD/

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Turning the Power On/Off

Load the batteries and insert an SD/SDHC memory card before starting.
 Press the button until the digital

video camera turns on.

 To turn the power off, press the

button again.

 The power is turned off automatically when the digital video camera has not been operated for a

defined period of time. To resume operation, turn the power on again. Refer to section in this
manual titled “Power Off” in the Setup Menu for further details.

LED Indicators

Indicators State Description/Activity

LED indicator Solid green The digital video camera is powering

LED indicator Solid green The digital video!camera is ready to

LED indicator Blinking green USB communication/transfer is in

LED indicator Blinking green Reading/Writing files.

up.

record!images (or videos).

progress.

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Handling the Digital Video Camera

1.Open the panel by pulling it away from the digital video camera.

2.Choose the angle of the monitor that suits you best by rotating the panel.

 Make sure you open the LCD panel at 90 degrees before attempting to rotate it.
 Rotate the LCD panel carefully with the correct direction. Over rotation or rotating to the wrong

direction may damage the hinge that connects the LCD monitor to the digital video camera.

 Avoid touching the LCD monitor when moving the LCD panel.

Cautions:

 Do not hold the digital video camera by only holding the LCD panel.
 Be careful not to block the lens, microphone, or LED lights with your fingers when

shooting.

 Close the LCD panel when not using the digital video camera to avoid damages.

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Setting the Date and Time

The date/time needs to be set if/when:

 The digital video camera is turned on for the first time.
 The digital video camera is turned on after being left without batteries for an

extended period of time.

1. Press the button until the digital video
camera turns on.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select [Setup] with the f button.

4. Select [Date/Time] with the c / d buttons, and
press the button.
 Select the item’s field with the e / f buttons

Language
Format
LCD Bright.
Light Freq.

Date / Time
Power Off

Setup

English
Next Menu

0

50Hz
Next Menu
Off

and adjust the value for the date and time
with the c / d buttons.

 The time is displayed in 24-hour format.
 After confirming all settings are correct,

press the button.

5. To exit from the [Setup] menu, press the f
button.

Date / Time

Y/M/D2007 08. .01 00:00

Choosing the Language

Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor.

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select [Setup] menu with the f button.

3. Select [Language] with the c / d buttons, and
press the button.
 The Language setting screen will be

displayed.

4. Select the displayed language with the c / d
buttons, and press the button.
 The setting will be stored.

Language
Format
LCD Bright.
Light Freq.

Date / Time
Power Off

Setup

English
Next Menu

0

50Hz
Next Menu
Off

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Formatting the Memory Card or Internal Memory

This utility formats the internal memory (or SD/SDHC memory card) and deletes all
stored images, video clips, and data.

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select [Setup] menu with the f button.

3. Select [Format] with the c / d buttons, and
press the button.

4. Select [Yes] with the c / d buttons, and press
the button.
 To cancel formatting, select [No] and press

the button.

Language
Format
LCD Bright.

Light Freq.
Date / Time
Power Off

Format

Format Card?

No

Yes

:

Exit

Setup

English
Next Menu

0
50Hz
Next Menu

Off

:

OK

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CAPTURE MODE

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Your digital video camera is equipped with a 2.36" TFT-LCD monitor to help you cap­ture/playback images and video clips or adjust menu settings.

Recording Video Clips

1. Press the button until the digital video
camera turns on.
 The default mode is Video Mode.

2. Compose the image on the LCD monitor.

3. Press the button to start recording.

4. Press the button again to stop recording.
 The recording time depends on the storage

media size and the subject to be recorded.

Capturing Still Images

1. Press the button until the digital video
camera turns on.

2. Press the MODE button or button (camera
mode quick key) to enter Capture Mode.

3. Compose the image on the LCD monitor.

4. Press the button to capture the image.

 If the access speed of your SD/SDHC memory card is not fast enough for recording video clips

in the currently selected size, the recording will stop. In this case, select a video quality lower
than the current one.

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Using the Zoom Function

This digital video camera is equipped with 4x digital zoom. You may enlarge the sub­jects by pressing the button. While digital zoom can be a useful feature, the more
an image is enlarged (zoomed), the more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear.

To capture a zoomed image/video clip, perform the following steps:

1. Compose the image on the LCD monitor.
 Press the button to zoom in on the

subject, and enlarge the subject on the LCD
monitor.

 Press the button to view a wider angle

of the image.

 The status of digital magnification is

displayed on the zoom status.

2. Press the button to capture the image/
video clip.

 The digital magnification ranges from 1.0x to 4.0x.
 The zoom function can be activated in video mode (of 320x240). But it should be adjusted

before recording.

Setting the Focus

Images/Video clips may be captured by sliding the focus switch to set the focus
modes: [ ] macro or [ ] normal mode.

1. Slide the focus switch to your desired focus
mode.

2. Compose the image on the LCD monitor

3. Press the button to capture the image/
video clip.

Focus mode Description

Normal This mode is suitable for scenery and portrait shooting.
Macro Select macro to capture close-up images. When the lens is

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zoomed to its widest position you may focus objects as close as
60 cm.

Setting the Self-Timer

The self-timer may be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option,
you should either mount the digital video camera on a tripod (recommended) or place
it on a flat, level surface.

1. Press the button to select the self-timer
setting.

2. Compose the image on the LCD monitor and

press the button.
 The self-timer function is activated and

begins to count down.

3. The image/video clip is captured after the
preset time has elapsed.

Self-timer
mode

2s The image is captured about 2 seconds after the shutter is

10s

 After one image/video clip is taken, the self-timer mode is turned off. If you wish to take another

shot using the self-timer, repeat the above steps.

Description

pressed. This mode is useful for preventing camera shake.
The image is captured about 10 seconds after the shutter is

pressed. This mode is suitable for the shots in which the
photographer has to be included.

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PLAYBACK MODE

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Playing Back Video Clips

1. Press the MODE button until  is
displayed.
 The last recorded image/video clip

appears on the LCD monitor.

2. Select the desired video clip with the e / f
buttons.

3. Press the button to start video playback.
 To pause video playback, press the

button.

 To cancel pause, press the button

again.

4. To stop video playback, press the d button
and return to the start of the video clip.

 Video clips cannot be displayed rotated or enlarged.
 To play the video clip back on your computer, you may use either Windows Media Player or

Apple “Quick Time Player”.

 Quick Time basic player is available free of charge, compatible with Mac and

Windows-computers and can be downloaded from the Apple web site at www.apple.com
helps on using Quick Time Player, please refer to the Quick Time on-line help for more
information.

 The camera can not be connected to the TV when playing back video clips.

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Playing Back Still Images

1. Press the MODE button until  is
displayed.
 The last recorded image/video clip appears

on the LCD monitor.

2. Select the desired image with the e / f
buttons.

3. The images can be displayed in reverse or
forward sequence with the e / f buttons.

4. Press the / button to adjust the zoom
ratio. The magnification factor is displayed on
the LCD monitor.

5. To view different portion of the images, press
the c / d / e / f button to adjust the display
area.

 The magnification factors range from 1.0x to 4.0x.

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Thumbnail Display

This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simulta­neously so you may search for a particular image/video clip.

1. Press the MODE button until  is
displayed.

2. Press the / button.

Protect
icon

Still
image

 9 thumbnail images are displayed

simultaneously.

3. Use the c / d / e / f buttons to move
the cursor to select the image to be
displayed at regular size.

4. Press the button to display the
selected image on full screen.

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Audio
file

Movie
clip

Slide Show Display

The slideshow function enables you to play back your still images automatically in
sequential order as a slideshow. This is a very useful and entertaining feature for
reviewing captured images and for presentations.

1. Press the MODE button until is displayed.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select [Slide Show] with the c / d buttons and
press the button.

4. Select the desired interval time with the c / d
buttons, and press the button.

 The slide show starts.
 To pause, press the T button.

5. To stop the slideshow during playback, press
the MENU button.

Play

Slide Show
Delete File
Delete All
Protect

Sound

5sec.
No

Next Menu
Single
5

 Video clips are displayed as images and will not be played back.

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Protecting Images

Set the data to read-only to prevent images/video clips from being deleted by mistake.

1. Press the MODE button until  is
displayed.

2. Select the image/video clip you wish to protect
with the e / f buttons.

3. Press the MENU button.

4. Select [Protect] with the c / d buttons and
press the button.

5. Select [Single], [Select], or [All] with the c / d
buttons, and press the button.
 [Single]: Protects the current image/video

clip.

 [Select]: Select the images/video clips you wish to protect in thumbnail mode.

Press the button to mark the selected images/video clips.

 [All]: Protects all images/video clips.

6. Press the button.
 Protection is applied to the selected images and the video camera returns to

the previous menu mode.

 The protect icon is displayed with protected images.

7. To cancel protection, repeat steps 2 to 6 from above.
 The removal of image protection is executed and the video camera returns to

the previous menu mode.

 Formatting an SD/SDHC memory card or internal memory overrides protection, and deletes all

images regardless of their protected status.

Play

Slide Show
Delete File
Delete All

Protect
Sound

5sec.
No
Next Menu

Single

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Select

All

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Deleting Still Images/Video Clips

1. Press the MODE button until is displayed.

2. Select the image/video clip you wish to delete
with the e / f buttons.

3. Press the MENU button.

4. Select [Delete File] or [Delete All] with the c / d
buttons and press the button.
 [Delete File]: Deletes the current image/

video clip.

 [Delete All]: Deletes all images/video clips.

5. Select [Yes] to delete. Select [No] to cancel.

6. Press the button to confirm.

Play

Slide Show
Delete File
Delete All
Protect
Sound

5sec.

No

Yes

Single

5

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AUDIO MODE

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Recording Audio Files

The digital video camera enables you to record and playback audio files anytime and
anywhere.

1. Press the MODE button to enter Audio Mode.

2. Press the button to start audio recording.
 To pause recording, press the button

again.

 To stop recording, press the T button.

Playing Back Audio Files

1. Press the MODE button until is displayed.

2. Press the button to begin playback.

 To pause, press the button again.
 To stop playback, press the T button.

Deleting Audio Files

1. Press the MODE button until is displayed.

2. Press the MENU button to enter the audio
playback menu.

3. Select [Delete File] or [Delete All] with the c / d
buttons and press the button.

 [Delete File]: Delete the current audio file.
 [Delete All]: Delete all audio files.

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Play

Play

Play

Slide Show

Slide Show

Delete File

Delete File

Delete All

Delete All

Protect

Protect

Sound

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MENU OPTIONS

Video Menu

This menu is for the basic settings to be used when shooting video clips.

Video

Size
Quality
EV
W.Blance
LED

1. The default mode is Video Mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the button to
enter its respective menu.

4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

5. To exit from the menu, press the e button.

Size

This sets the size of the video clips that will be captured.
* [ ]640 x 480
* [ ]320 x 240

Quality

This sets the quality (compression) at which the video clip is captured.
* [ ] Fine
* [ ] Standard
* [ ] Economy

EV

Your digital video camera adjusts the exposure of each shot automatically. However, if
the subject is very dark, or very bright, you may override the digital video camera's
automatic exposure determination to make the subject brighter or darker. This is
called EV compensation. The EV compensation can be adjusted from -1.8EV to
+1.8EV.

640x480
Standard

0

Auto
Auto

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W.Bal ance

This sets the white balance for a variety of lighting conditions and permits images to
be captured that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye.
* [ ] Auto
* [ ] Daylight
* [ ] Cloudy
* [ ] Fluoresc.
* [ ] Tungsten

LED

This sets whether the videocamera’s LED lights are activated during usage.
* [Auto]: The LED lights will automatically turn on when recording video clips and turns

off when the recording ends.
* [On]: The LED lights are turned on all the time during usage.
* [Off]: The LED lights are turned off all the time during usage.

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Capture Menu

This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images.

Capture

Size
Quality
EV
W.Balance
LED
ISO

2560x1920
Standard
0
Auto
Off
Auto

Capture

Capture
Date Print

Single

No

1. Press the MODE button or button (camera mode quick key) to enter Capture

Mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the button to

enter its respective menu.

4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

5. To exit from the menu, press the e button.

Size

This sets the size of the images that will be captured.
* [11m]3840 x 2880 (FW interpolation)
* [8

m]3264 x 2448 (FW interpolation)

* [5m]2560 x 1920
* [3m]2048 x 1536
* [1

m]1280 x 960

* [0.3m]640 x 480

Quality

Refer to the section in this manual titled “Quality” in Video Menu for further details.

EV

Refer to the section in this manual titled “EV” in Video Menu for further details.

W.Bal ance

Refer to the section in this manual titled “W.Balance” in Video Menu for further details.

LED

Refer to the section in this manual titled “LED” in Video Menu for further details.

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ISO

This sets the sensitivity for capturing images. When the sensitivity is raised (and the
ISO figure is increased), photography will become possible even in dark locations, but
the more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear.
* Auto / 100 / 200

Capture

This sets the shooting mode for capturing still images.
* [Blank] Single: Captures a single image.
* [ ] Burst: Captures 3 images continuously.
* [ ] AEB: Auto exposure bracketing capture mode.

Date Print

The date of recording can be printed directly on the still images. This function must be
activated before the image is captured. The date appears on the right bottom of the
captured image. When images are captured with date print feature, the date cannot be
removed later.
* Yes / No

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Playback Menu

In this menu, choose which settings are to be used for still image/video clip playback.

Play

Slide Show
Delete File
Delete All
Protect

Sound

1. Press the MODE button until is displayed.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the button to

enter its respective menu.

4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

5. To exit from the menu, press the e button.

Slide Show

Refer to section in this manual titled “Slideshow Display” for further details.

Delete File

Refer to section in this manual titled “Deleting Still Images/Video Clips” for further
details.

Delete All

Refer to section in this manual titled “Deleting Still Images/Video Clips” for further
details.

Protect

Refer to section in this manual titled “Protecting Images” for further details.

Sound

This sets the sound volume. The adjustment range is from level 0 (soundless) to 5
(loudest).

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Setup Menu

This menu sets your digital video camera’s operating environment.

Language
Format
LCD Bright.
Light Freq.

Date / Time
Power Off

Setup

English
Next Menu

0

50Hz
Next Menu
Off

Copy to Card
Beep

Video Out
Sys. Reset

Setup

No
Off

PAL
No

1. Press the MENU button.

f

2. Select the [Setup^ menu with the

button.

3. Select the desired option item with the c / d buttons, and press the button to

enter its respective menu.

4. Select the desired setting with the c / d buttons, and press the button.

5. To exit from the menu, press the f button.

Language

Refer to section in this manual titled “Choosing the Language” for further details.

Format

Refer to section in this manual titled “Formatting the Memory Card or Internal Mem­ory” for further details.

LCD Bright.

This sets the brightness of the LCD monitor screen.
* The adjustment range is from -5 to +5.

Light Freq.

The function allows to change the light frequency of environment to 60Hz or 50Hz.
* [60Hz]: the light frequency of environment is 60Hz
* [50Hz]: the light frequency of environment is 50Hz

Date/Time

Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details.

Power Off

If no operation is performed for a specific period of time, the power to the digital video
camera is automatically turned off. This feature is useful to reduce battery usage.
* Off / 1Min. / 3Min. / 5Min. / 10Min.

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Copy to Card

Allows you to copy your files from the digital video camera’s internal memory to an
SD/SDHC memory card. This function is available only when an SD/SDHC memory
card containing at least one file is inserted into the video camera.
* Yes / No

Beep

This sets whether or not to mute the startup sound, and the video camera sound each
time you press a button.
* On / Off

Video Out

Sets video compatibility with the equipment you are going to connect to the digital
video camera.

* [NTSC]:NTSC system
* [PAL]:PAL system

Sys. Reset

Returns all basic settings to the digital video camera's default settings.
* Yes / No

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EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

MediaOne Gallery SE - makes it the easiest way to manage and share your digital life
with family & friends. The intuitive thumbnail library automatically organizes, updates
and sorts files for the most natural way to browse your multimedia collection.

To install software:

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the digital video camera into your CD-ROM

drive.
 The welcome screen appears.

2. Click the respective software name.

 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.



For more information about the operation of the software, refer to its respective help documentation.

 For Windows 2000/XP/Vista users, please make sure to install and use the software in

“Administrator” mode.

 The software is not supported on the Mac.

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TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR
COMPUTER

System Requirement

Windows Macintosh

 Pentium 166 MHz or higher
 Windows 2000/XP/Vista
 128MB RAM
 128MB hard disk space
 CD-ROM drive
 Available USB port

Downloading / Deleting Your Files via Computer

1. Press the button until the digital video camera turns on.

2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB

terminal of the digital video camera.

3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to an

available USB port on your computer.

4. Select [PC] with the c / d buttons, and press the

button

5. From the Windows desktop, double click on “My

Computer”.

6. Look for a new “removable disk” icon.

 This “removable disk” is actually the memory (or memory card) in your video

7. Double click on the removable disk and locate the DCIM folder.

8. Double click on the DCIM folder to open it to find more folders.

 Your recorded images, video clips andaudio files will be inside these folders.

9. Copy and paste or drag and drop files to a folder on your computer.

10. To delete files, simply select the unwanted files and delete.
Mac users: Double-click the “untitled” or “unlabeled” disk drive icon on your desktop.

iPhoto may automatically launch.

.

camera. Typically, the video camera will be assigned drive letter “E” or higher.

 PowerPC G3/G4/G5
 OS 9.0 or later
 128MB RAM
 128MB hard disk space
 CD-ROM drive
 Available USB port

USB Mode

PC
PC Cam
Pictbridge

Next Menu

 Formatting the internal memory or SD/SDHC memory card by computer (via USB connection)

as NTFS file system, the stored data will be automatically deleted by the video

 Do not format the internal memory or SD/SDHC memory card as NTFS file system.

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USING THE DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA AS
A PC CAMERA

Your digital video camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconfer­ence with business associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family.
To use the digital video camera for videoconferencing, your computer must include the
items listed below:

 Microphone
 Sound card
 Speakers or headphones
 Network or Internet connection

1. Press the button until the digital video

camera turns on.

2. After installing the PC camera driver (included

on the CD-ROM) in your Windows operating
system, restart your computer.

3. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB

terminal of the digital video camera.

4. Connect the other end of the USB cable to an

available USB port on your computer.

5. Select [PC Cam] with the

press the button.

6. Position the digital video camera steadily on a flat surface or use a tripod.

7. Launch the videoconferencing application software.

 Simply follow the instructions in the application software to start your digital

video camera.

 This function is not supported by Mac.
 You are recommended to use MediaOne Gallery SE (included on the CD-ROM) or Windows

Netmeeting (Windows Meeting Space on Windows Vista) as a videoconferencing application
software.

 The video resolution for videoconferencing applications is generally 320 x 240.
 For more information about the operation of videoconference application software, refer to its

respective help documentation.

c

/ d buttons and

USB Mode

PC
PC Cam
Pictbridge

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SPECIFICATIONS

Item Description

Image sensor 1/2.5” CMOS sensor
Effective pixels 5.0 Mega pixels
Image resolution <Still image>

Recording media 32MB internal memory

File format Image format: JPEG; video format: Motion JPEG, AVI
Lens Aperture: 3.1

Focus range Macro: 60 ~ 100 cm

Shutter speed 1/4(S)~1/1000(S)
LCD monitor 2.36” TFT LCD (115K pixels)
Self-timer 10 sec delay, 2 sec delay
Exposure

compensation
White balance Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Tungsten
ISO Auto, 100, 200
Interface USB connector, A/V OUT terminal, earphone jack
Power 2 x AA size batteries
Dimensions Approx. 106.5 x 59 x 30 mm (without protruding parts)
Weight Approx. 130g (without batteries and memory card)

* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

11M: 3840x 2880 (FW interpolation),
8M: 3264 x 2448 (FW interpolation),
5M: 2560 x 1920, 3M: 2048 x 1536,
1M: 1280 x 960, 0.3M: 640 x 480
<Video clip>
640 x 480 (20 fps), QVGA: 320 x 240 (30 fps)

Supports SD/SDHC memory card (up to 4GB) (optional)

Focus Length: 7.5mm

Normal: 100cm ~ infinity

-1.8EV~ +1.8EV (in 0.3EV increments)

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APPENDIX

Troubleshooting

Refer to the symptoms and solutions listed below before sending the digital video
camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service
center.

Symptom Cause

The power does not
come on.

The batteries or
video camera feels
warm.

Even if I press the
shutter button, the
digital video
not shoot.

The video camera
cannot focus.

Files cannot be
deleted.

Cannot download
images.

does

The batteries are not loaded
or loaded incorrectly.

The batteries are exhausted. Replace with a new set of

Long period of continuous use
of the video camera.

The internal memory or SD/
SDHC memory card does not
have any free capacity.

The video camera is not in
shooting mode.

The SD/SDHC memory card
is write-protected.

The lens is dirty. Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth

The distance to the subject is
smaller than the effective range.

The file is protected. Cancel protection.
The SD/SDHC memory card

is write-protected.
The free space on the hard

disk in your computer may be
insufficient.

Solutions / Corrective
Actions

Load the batteries correctly.

batteries.

Insert a new SD/SDHC memory
card, or delete unwanted files.

Set the video camera to shoot­ing mode.

Remove the write-protection.

or lens paper.
Place your subject within the

effective focus range.

Remove the write-protection.

Check whether the hard disk has
a space for running Windows,
and if the drive for loading image
files has a capacity at least that
of the memory card inserted in
the video camera.

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Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer

Read this section if the model you purchased is included with the PictBridge functions.

If a printer that supports PictBridge is available, still images can be printed by connecting the
digital video camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without using a computer.

Connecting the video camera to the printer

1. Press the button until the digital video

camera turns on.

2. Connect one end of the USB cable to your

digital video camera.

3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the

USB port on the printer.

4. Select [Pictbridge] with the c / d buttons, and

press the button.

Printing images

When the digital video camera is properly connected to a PictBridge compliant printer
and set to [Pictbridge], the PictBridge menu is displayed on the monitor.

1. Select the item you wish to configure with the

c / d buttons, and press the button.
 [Images]:!Sets whether you wish to print a

specific image or all images. You may also
select the printing number for a specific
image.

 [Date Print]: Sets whether you wish to print

images with date imprint.

 [Print]:!After all settings are set, select [Print]

to start printing.

USB Mode

PC
PC Cam
Pictbridge

Pictbridge
Images
Date Print

Print

Pictbridge
Images
Date Print

Print

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2. If you select [Images] in the previous step, the

PRINTING

figure shown on the right hand side will appear.
Select [Select] or [All] with the c / d buttons,
and press the button.

 [Select]: Select to print one specific image.
 [All]: Select to print all images.

Images
Select

All

Next Menu
Next Menu

3. If you select [Select] in the previous step, the
figure shown on the right hand side will appear.
 Select the image that you wish to print with

Select

Print Number

the e / f buttons.

 Select the [Print Number] (up to 99) with the

c / d buttons.



After selecting the desired image and printing
number, press the

button

to confirm.

4. Select [Print] with the c / d buttons, and
press the button to start printing.

Images
Date Print
Print

5. The printing starts and the figure shown on the
right hand side appears.
 [COMPLETE] will be displayed

temporarily, reminding you that the printing
procedure is finished.

 If a printing error is detected, [PRINT

ERROR] will be displayed.

 The image printing may fail if the power to the video camera is cut off.
 Video clips cannot be printed.

Pictbridge

PRINTING

PRINTING

0

Next Menu

Off

:

:

OK

Stop

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Language WEEE explanation
English "The mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment

French "Le marquage est en conformité avec la directive 2002/96/EC du DEEE (dÈchets

German "Das Symbol ist in Übereinstimmung mit der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektro- und

Spanish “La marca es un requisito de la Directiva europea 2002/96/EC (WEEE) acerca de los

Italian " Il simbolo è in accordo con la Direttiva 2002/96 EC sui Rifiuti Apparecchiature

Swedish “Märket anger överensstämmelse med "Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment

Norwegian

Dutch Het symbool is in overeenstemming met de EU-Richtlijn betreffende afgedankte

Greek “To ıȪȝȕȠȜȠ İȓȞĮȚ ıȪȝijȦȞȠ ȝİ IJȘȞ ȅįȘȖȓĮ IJȘȢ ǼȣȡȦʌĮȧțȒȢ DzȞȦıȘȢ 2002/96/EC

Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE)."
"The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any
spent or discarded batteries as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and
collection systems available"

d’équipements électriques et électroniques)".
"Ce symbole indique l'obligation de ne pas déposer ce produit dans des décharges
publiques, mais d'utiliser les systèmes spécifiques de retour et récupèration
disponibles".

Elektronik- Altgeräte (Elektro- und Elektronik - Altgeräte Richtlinie). "
"Das Symbol weist darauf hin, dass das Gerät einschließlich ge- und verbrauchten
Batterien bzw Akkus nicht in den Hausmüll gegeben werden darf, sondern den hierfür
bestimmten getrennten Sammelsystemen zugeführt werden muss."

Residuos de Aparatos Eléctricos y Electrónicos. “
“Esta marca indica la obligación de no mezclar dichos aparatos con los residuos
domésticos generales, sino que deben utilizarse los sistemas de recogida
específicos, disponibles para estos productos.”

Elettriche ed Elettroniche (RAEE)".
"Il simbolo indica l' obbligo della raccolta separata delle apparecchiature elettriche ed
elettroniche, pertanto si raccomanda d'utilizzare i sistemi di raccolta e/o restituzione
disponibili nella vostra zona per queste tipologie d'apparecchiature".

Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).”
“Märket anger kravet på att använda tillgängliga retur- och insamlingssystem och att
EJ avyttra utrustningen som osorterat kommunalt avfall.”

“Symbolet er i samsvar med "Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
2002/96/EC (WEEE)".
“Symbolet angir kravet på å anvende tilgjengelige retur og gjenvinningssystem, og
ikke benytte vanlige usorterte kommunale avfallsordninger.”

elektrische en elektronische apparatuur (AEEA) 2002/96/EC.
Het symbool geeft aan dat de apparatuur NIET mag worden gestort als ongesorteerd
stedelijk huisvuil, maar moet worden ingezameld via de voorziene terugname- en
inzamelingssystemen.

ʌİȡȓ ǹʌȩȡȡȚȥȘȢ ǾȜİțIJȡȚțȫȞ țĮȚ ǾȜİțIJȡȠȞȚțȫȞ ȈȣıțİȣȫȞ (WEEE)”.
“ ȉȠ ıȪȝȕȠȜȠ ĮȣIJȩ ȣʌȠįİȚțȞȪİȚ IJȘȞ ȣʌȠȤȡȑȦıȘ ȞĮ ȂǾȃ ĮʌȠȡȡȓʌIJİIJİ IJȘȞ ıȣıțİȣȒ

ıIJȠȣȢ țȐįȠȣȢ IJȦȞ ȠȚțȚĮțȫȞ ĮʌȠȡȡȚȝȝȐIJȦȞ, ĮȜȜȐ ȞĮ ȤȡȘıȚȝȠʌȠȚİȓIJİ IJȠ ıȪıIJȘȝĮ
İʌȚıIJȡȠijȒȢ țĮȚ ʌİȡȚıȣȜȜȠȖȒȢ (ĮȞĮțȪțȜȦıȘȢ) ĮʌȠȡȡȚȝȝȐIJȦȞ”.