Microtek GNC M TIMV500 0605 User Manual

User Guide

This guide shows you how to operate the Take-it MV500 digital video camera (DV camera) and provides information on basic functions, video/audio clip recording, still image shooting, playback, and troubleshooting. Before using the Take-it MV500, be sure to read the safety precautions to prevent injuries or damage to users or equipment.

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June 2005

Disclaimer of Warranty

Microtek does not guarantee the content of any written materials or software, and is not liable for losses sustained by the purchaser arising from the use or inability to use these written materials, software or equipment.

Warning

If you take pictures of or use copyrighted material, you may violate copyright laws. Microtek holds no responsibility for the use of Microtek’s equipment to violate any such copyright laws.

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Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 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.

Notes: A shielded USB interface cable with ferrite core installed on the DV camera’s connector end must be used with this equipment.

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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.

Responsible Party: Loi Han Microtek Lab, Inc. 16941 Keegan Avenue Carson, CA 90746 USA Phone: 310-687-5800 Fax: 310-687-5950

Table of Contents

Federal Communications Commission Interference

Statement ........................................................ 3

Safety Precautions ............................................. 6

Introduction ...................................................... 8

DV Camera Package .......................................... 9

DV Camera Components ....................................10

Front/Bottom View ........................................ 10

Rear/Side View ............................................1 1

LCD Screen Display ........................................... 12

Video Mode .................................................12

Photo Mode .................................................13

Audio Mode ................................................. 14

Playback Mode .............................................15

Getting Started

Attaching the Strap ........................................... 17

Loading the Battery ........................................... 17

Charging the Battery .........................................19

Inserting the SD Card ......................................... 19

Using the LCD Screen ........................................ 20

Turning the DV Camera On/Off ...........................21

Setting the Date and Time .................................. 21

Selecting the Language ..................................... 22

Formatting the SD Card ..................................... 23

Before Shooting

Using Modes ....................................................24

Using the Menus ............................................... 25

Using the Multifunction Button ............................. 26

Using the Shutter Button ....................................26

Holding the DV Camera ...................................... 26

Shooting

Shooting Your First Video ...................................27

Shooting Your First Still Images ...........................28

Shooting with Digital Zoom ................................. 29

Using the Macro Function ................................... 29

Using the Flash ................................................. 30

Using the Self-Timer .......................................... 31

Continuous Shooting .......................................... 31

Recording a Voice Memo ................................... 32

Customizing Shoot Settings

Selecting Video Format ...................................... 33

Selecting Image Size ......................................... 34

Selecting Image Quality ..................................... 34

Selecting a Drive Mode ...................................... 35

Adjusting EV Compensation ................................ 35

Adjusting White Balance .................................... 36

Adjusting the Sharpness ..................................... 36

Turning Voice Memo On/Off ............................... 37

Selecting Image Color Mode ............................... 37

Turning Image Stabilizer On/Off ........................... 38

Audio

Recording Audio ............................................... 39

Playback

Playback Mode .................................................40

Playback Zoom .................................................42

Slide Show ...................................................... 43

Rotating Images ................................................43

Specifying the Startup Image .............................. 44

MP3 Playback .................................................. 45

Deleting and Printing

Deleting Files ................................................... 46

Deleting Current ............................................ 46

Deleting Selected .......................................... 46

Deleting All .................................................. 47

Printing Images ................................................. 47

Using Direct-print .......................................... 48

Using DPOF ................................................. 49

For Selected Images .................................. 49

For All Images .......................................... 49

DV Camera Setup

Brightness ....................................................... 50

Beep .............................................................. 50

Date ............................................................... 50

Time .............................................................. 50

Date Stamp ..................................................... 50

Video Out ........................................................ 50

Format ............................................................ 51

Reset .............................................................. 51

Copy to SD ...................................................... 51

Frequency ....................................................... 51

Power Saving .................................................. 51

Language ........................................................ 51

USB Switch ..................................................... 51

File No Reset ................................................... 51

Downloading to Your Computer

Getting the DV Camera Ready ............................ 53

Connecting the DV Camera .................................5 3

Copying Files ................................................... 54

Browsing Files .................................................. 55

Value-bundled Software ..................................... 55

Appendixes

Appendix A—Viewing on a Television Set .............56

Appendix B – Web Cam .................................... 57

Appendix C – Using the SD Card ......................... 58

Appendix D – Maintenance ................................ 59

Appendix E – Troubleshooting .............................60

Appendix F – Warning and Error Messages ............68

Appendix G – Menus and Factory Defaults ............69

Appendix H– Specifications ................................ 70

Safety Precautions

Before you use the digital video camera (DV camera), be sure to read the following safety precautions, which detail the proper operation of the DV camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to users or equipment.

This symbol indicates situations where improper use of the DV camera may result in harm to the DV camera operator.

This symbol indicates situations where improper use of the DV camera may result in damage to the DV camera.

Children should not be allowed to have access to the DV camera. They could injure themselves with inappropriate use of the DV camera or by becoming entangled in the carrying strap. If a child swallows a camera battery, get the child medical attention.

Subjecting the DV camera to water or any other liquid, or allowing condensation to form, may start a fire or give the user an electrical shock.

• If liquid gets inside the DV camera, turn the DV

camera power off by removing the battery or unplugging the power cord (with dry hands).

• Allowing the DV camera to slowly adjust to

temperature changes (as in transferring the unit from outdoors to indoors) will help to prevent condensation. Let any condensation evaporate before using the DV camera.

It is not advisable to leave the DV camera in a car on a hot day for any length of time. Exposing the DV camera to too much heat may warp the DV camera casing or damage the batteries. Battery damage may result in fire, burns or electrical shock.

Another source of possible burns is heat from the flash or DV camera itself.

• Touching the flash after it has been used extensively

can cause burns.

• The DV camera body itself may burn your hands if

the DV camera has been operated for a lengthy period of time.

Do not drop batteries or let them be banged around. This could damage the casings, causing the batteries to leak.

• If the internal parts or components of the battery

come into contact with your eyes or your mouth,

flush the affected site with water and get medical

help.

• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals, and be

sure to cover the terminals before you throw

batteries away. If the terminals contact metal, they

may overheat and explode, causing a fire.

Black or bright (red, green, blue, and white) dots may sometimes appear on the LCD screen. These are merely misfiring pixels, and have no effect on the recorded image.

If you aim the DV camera at the sun, or shoot the flash close to someone’s eyes, you may injure your eyesight or that of someone else.

If you see smoke or smell a burning odor coming from your DV camera, turn the DV camera off. If you continue to operate the DV camera, it could cause a fire or give you an electrical shock.

Do not clean the DV camera with flammable liquid, as these may cause a fire.

Do not leave the DV camera in humid or dusty areas. Dust and humidity can cause the DV camera to short circuit, leading to a fire.

If the DV camera gets anywhere near a strong magnetic field, it may not work correctly, or the pictures taken may be ruined or adversely affected.

Use a soft, absorbent cloth to clean the surface of your DV camera.

Introduction

The Microtek Take-it MV500 is a digital video camera (DV camera) that applies the ASF (MPEG 4) recording video format to capture motion pictures at a resolution of 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 pixels, offering superior image quality and super audio. Equipped with a large

2.0" color LCD screen, the DV camera allows you to focus clearly on the images you want and to review live images as shots are being taken.

Key features:

• 1/1.8” 5.1-megapixel CMOS sensor

• 12 megapixels interpolated resolution

• 2.0" LTPS LCD screen with 270° rotation

• 12X Digital Zoom/4X Playback Zoom

• 32MB internal flash memory

• Secure Digital (SD)/Multimedia Card (MMC) media external memory support

• Plug-and-play USB 2.0 and Video connection

• Macro function

• 5 flash modes with selectable Red-eye Reduction

• 10 sec. self-timer delay

• Built-in microphone and speaker

• Electrical Image Stabilizer (EIS) support

• Direct-print /DPOF support

• Functions as Digital still camera/Digital audio recorder

• Functions as Web Cam/Mass storage device

• Picture/video/audio/MP3 player

DV Camera Package

Unpacking the DV Camera

Open your DV camera package and check that you have all of the components listed below.

If any component is missing, call Microtek Customer Service immediately.

Video cable

DV Camera

Documentation: Includes Quick Start

Microtek CD-ROM: Includes bundled software and DV camera driver

*Rechargeable Lithium ion battery (Nokia 8210 compatible)

* Power accessories you receive depend on the configuration of the DV camera purchased.

Guide and other inserts

Strap

*AC adapter (5V, 2A; )

USB cable

Pouch

Earphones

*Four AAA-sized alkaline batteries

DV Camera Components

Front /Bottom View

1. Shutter button

2. MODE button ( Playback/ Photo/ Video / Audio)

3. POWER button

4. Macro focus lever ( / )

5. Lens

6. Flash

7. Self-timer indicator

8. Microphone

9. Strap ring(s)

10. Battery door latch

11. Battery compartment

12. Battery door

13. Secure Digital (SD)/

Multimedia Card (MMC) compartment

14. SD/MMC card compartment cover

15. Tripod mount

Rear/Side View

1. Mode indicators/READY LEDs

2. Charger LED/Audio mode indicator

3. Multifunction/4-way arrow button

• Up/ Zoom In/ Play/ Pause

• Down/ Zoom Out/ Stop

• Right/ Fast Forward/ Flash

• Left/ Rewind

4. OK/Pan button

5. MENU button

6. Earphone/TV-out

connector

7. DC-in connector

8. USB connector

9. Connector cover

10. LCD screen

LCD Screen Display

Video Mode

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Video recording standby

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Video recording in progress

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1. Video mode

2. Video format ( ASF (MPEG 4)/ Motion JPEG-AVI)

3. Standby

4. Available recording time (Suggested)

5. Digital zoom level* (1X – 12X)

6. Macro mode

7. Shutter button (Press to begin video recording)

8. Card indicator

9. Battery status indicator ( Full/ Half/ Low)

10. EV Compensation

11. Anti-shake

12. Color mode ( Normal*/ Black & White/ Classic)

13. White Balance (WB) ( Auto*/ Daylight/ Cloudy/ Tungsten/ Fluorescent)

14. Quality (Compression) ( Best / Fine/ Normal)

15. Recording resolution ( 640x480 pixels/ 320x240 pixels)

1. Video mode

2. Video format ( ASF (MPEG 4)/ Motion JPEG-AVI)

3. Recording in progress

4. Elapsed recording time

5. Macro mode

6. Shutter button (Press to stop video recording)

7. Card indicator

8. Battery status indicator ( Full/ Half/ Low)

9. EV Compensation

10. Anti-shake

11. Color mode ( Normal*/ Black & White/ Classic)

12. White Balance (WB) ( Auto*/ Daylight/ Cloudy/ Tungsten/ Fluorescent)

13. Quality (Compression) ( Best / Fine/ Normal)

14. Recording resolution ( 640x480 pixels/ 320x240 pixels)

* No icon is shown when the setting is default.

Photo Mode

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1. Photo mode

2. White Balance (WB) ( Auto*/ Daylight/ Cloudy/ Tungsten/ Fluorescent)

3. Drive mode ( Self-timer/ Single shot*)/ Continuous shot)

4. Sharpness ( Sharp/ Normal*/ Soft)

5. EV Compensation

6. Digital zoom level* (1X – 12X)

7. Macro mode

8. Number of pictures remaining

9. Card indicator

10. Battery status indicator ( Full/ Half/ Low)

11. Voice memo

12. Color mode ( Normal*/ Black & White/ Classic)

13. Flash mode ( Auto/ Auto with Red-eye Reduction/ Forced flash/

Forced flash with Red-eye Reduction/ Flash off)

14. Quality (Compression) ( Best / Fine/ Normal)

15. Image Size

• 12M - 4000x3000 pixels (Interpolated)

• 8M - 3264x2448 pixels

• 5M - 2592x1944 pixels

• 3M - 2048x1536 pixels

• 2M - 1600x1200 pixels

* No icon is shown when the setting is default.

Audio Mode

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Audio recording in progress

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Audio recording standby

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1. Audio mode

2. Standby

3. Available recording time (Suggested)

4. Shutter button (Press to begin audio recording)

5. Card indicator

6. Battery status indicator ( Full/ Half/ Low)

1. Audio mode

2. Recording in progress

3. Elapsed recording time

4. Shutter button (Press to stop audio recording)

5. Card indicator

6. Battery status indicator ( Full/ Half/ Low)

Playback Mode

VIDEO

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Video playback standby Video playback

1. Playback mode

2. The selected file is enclosed in a yellow border

3. Video file

4. Still image with voice memo

5. Selected file/Total number of files taken

6. Press the OK button to display the selected file in single-image display mode

7. Press the 4-way arrow button to select the file you want to play back

8. File type indicator

9. Still image file

10. Audio file

1. Playback mode

2. Elapsed playback time

3. Total playback time

4. Selected file/Total number of files taken

5. Press the OK button to return to nine-image display mode

6. Press the / ( / ) button to move forward/backward and select a different file

7. Press the ( ) button to start the video playback

8. File type indicator

1. Playback mode

2. Elapsed playback time

3. Total playback time

4. Selected file/Total number of files taken

5. Press / ( / ) to advance or rewind the video playback with a speed setting

6. Press ( ) to stop the video playback and to return to standby

7. Press ( ) to pause the video playback

8. File type indicator

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1. Playback mode

2. Selected file/Total number of files taken

3. Press the OK button to return to nine-image display mode

4. Press the / button to move forward/backward and select a different file

Press the / button to display the still image in a magnification setting

5. File type indicator

IMAGE

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Still image

(Magnified view)

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1. Playback mode

2. Image magnification level (1X – 4X)

3. Selected file/Total number of files taken

4. Pan mode

5. Press the OK button to enable the Pan feature

6. Press the / button to move forward/backward and select a different file

Press the / button to magnify the still image

7. File type indicator

AUDIO

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1. Playback mode

2. Elapsed playback time

3. Total playback time

4. Selected file/Total number of files taken

5. Press the OK button to return to nine-image display mode

6. Press the / ( / ) button to move forward/backward and select a different file

7. Press the ( ) button to start the audio playback

8. File type indicator

AUDIO

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Audio playbackAudio playback standbyStill image

1. Playback mode

2. Elapsed playback time

3. Total playback time

4. Selected file/Total number of files taken

5. Press ( ) to stop the audio playback and to return to standby

6. Press ( ) to pause the audio playback

7. File type indicator

Getting Started

Attaching the Strap

1. Thread the strap through the strap ring of the DV camera as shown.

2. Fasten the two ends of the strip as shown.

Ensure that the strap is adjusted correctly to fit your hand.

3. Fasten the grip pad around the strap as shown.

1. Loading the Battery

Power accessories you receive depends on the configuration of the DV camera purchased.

1. Ensure the DV camera is turned off; then push the battery door latch in the direction indicated by the arrow to open the battery door.

2. Insert the battery into the compartment.

Depending on the configuration of the DV camera that you purchased, you can use either a rechargeable Lithium (3.7V) ion battery, or four AAAsized alkaline batteries. Insert the batteries (Lithium ion or alkaline) as shown in the two lower illustrations on the right.

3. Hold the battery in place and close the battery door securely.

4. Push the battery door latch in the direction indicated by the arrow to close the battery door.

To remove the batteries, first make sure the DV camera is turned off. Then open the battery cover and take the batteries out.

Checking Battery Status

When the DV camera is powered on, the battery status is always displayed at the bottom left corner of the LCD screen, helping you to estimate battery life during shooting and use of the DV camera. Check the battery status periodically to ensure that you have a sufficient battery charge.

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LCD screen displays the state of the battery. When the indicator shows that the battery is nearly depleted, you should charge or replace the battery, depending

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on the type of battery used.

Full Battery is fully charged

Half Battery approaches half-life

(blinking) Lo w Battery low; replace or recharge soon

External conditions or the type of battery used may affect the reliability of the battery status display.

NOTE:

• When replacing an old battery, ensure that the DV camera is turned off before the battery is removed. Video/audio clips or still images can be lost or damaged if the power is removed while the DV camera is still operating.

• When using alkaline batteries, never mix old and new batteries together.

• Do not mix different brands or types of alkaline batteries.

• When the DV camera is not used for an extended period of time, remove the battery to eliminate the risk of leakage.

Charging the Lithium ion Battery

If your DV camera is supplied with an AC adapter (5V, 2A), when connected using the AC adapter, the DV camera can function as a charger, allowing you to charge the Lithium ion battery or power the DV camera.

1. Plug the AC adapter into the power source.

2. Ensure that the DV camera is turned off; then connect the DC plug of the AC adapter to the DV camera’s DC-in connector.

When the DV camera is connected, the battery starts to charge, and the charger LED (Audio mode indicator) lights up red. After charging for several hours, the red light disappears, indicating that the battery is fully charged.

NOTE:

• Use only the AC adapter

supplied with the DV camera to charge the Lithium ion battery (Nokia 8210 compatible only). Using any other adapter may damage the DV camera.

• To minimize the risk of fire and/or explosion, do not use

the AC adapter to charge alkaline batteries.

Charger LED

Inserting the SD/MMC Card*

A Secure Digital (SD)/Multimedia Card (MMC) can be used to increase the DV camera’s memory capacity. When a card is installed, video/audio clips and still images are stored directly onto the SD/MMC card. If a card is not installed, video/audio clips and still images are stored in the DV camera’s internal memory.

To install an SD/MMC card:

1. Ensure that the DV camera is turned off; then open the SD/MMC card compartment cover on the base of the DV camera.

2 Insert and push the SD/

MMC card into the compartment until you hear a “click”.

Ensure that the orientation of the SD/MMC card matches the SD/MMC card marking in the SD/MMC compartment.

3. Close the SD/MMC card compartment cover securely.

*SD/MMC card is optional and is not included with your purchase.

To remove the SD/MMC card, make sure the DV camera is turned off, open the SD/MMC card compartment cover, push the card in, and release; the card pops out.

NOTE:

• Incorrect insertion of the SD/MMC card may cause a memory error, blocking you from storing any data in the SD/MMC card.

• You may lose or damage data if you remove the SD/MMC card while it is in operation.

For more information, see the Appendix “Using the SD/MMC card”.

Using the LCD Screen

The LCD screen is used to frame the subject while you take your shots. In addition, you will be able to view the stored video/audio clips and still images on the LCD screen as you record it.

When the DV camera is powered on, the LCD screen is automatically activated, displaying the DV settings relevant to your current DV mode.

To use the LCD screen:

Swing to open LCD screen from the side of the DV camera.

The LCD screen is designed to allow adjustment for viewing angles. You can adjust the LCD screen to tilt back to 180 degrees and to tilt forward to 90 degrees.

To protect the LCD screen from dust and dirt, close it when not in use.

Turning the DV Camera On/Off

Press the POWER button to turn the DV camera on.

When the DV camera is turned on, the green Mode indicators start blinking and will stay on steady in the Video mode, and the LCD screen is activated as well.

Press the POWER button again to turn off both the DV camera and the LCD screen.

DV Camera Auto Power Off

In order to prolong battery life, the DV camera or the LCD screen may be set to turn off automatically after a period of inactivity. If auto power saving is not required, you can disable the auto power saving function in the Setup menu mode (refer to page 49).

POWER button

Video indicator

Setting the Date and Time

Set the date and time on your DV camera before you use the DV camera for the first time. The DV camera can also add the time and date to your picture.

To set the date:

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Press

3. Use the / button to select “ ”

4. Use the / button to toggle

5. Use the / button to enter a new value for the

6. Press the OK button to confirm your changes and to

7. Press the MENU button to exit the menu.

to select the Setup ( )

menu option at the top.

When selected, the settings are shown on the LCD screen and display the current state of the DV camera.

– Date, then press the button.

A Date adjustment screen appears on the screen, allowing you to set the date.

BEEPON 2005/06/14 03:12:15 DATESTAMPON NTSC

DATE SELECT

YYYY/MM /DD

2005/ 06/14

SELECT SET

through the “YYYY”, “MM”, and “DD” formats.

The selected option is highlighted with color.

selected option.

return to the Setup menu screen.

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