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HD-DV Camcorder
PRAKTICA DVC 5.1 HDMI
User’s Manual
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Table of Contents
1 Introducing the camcorder........................ 1
1.4.1 Front view ................................................... 3
1.4.2 Top view ..................................................... 3
1.4.3 Bottom view ............................................... 4
1.4.4 Right view ................................................... 4
1.4.5 Left view ..................................................... 5
1.4.6 Back view .................................................... 5
1.4.7 Adjusting the LCD display ....................... 6
1.4.8 About the LEDs ........................................ 11
2 Getting started .......................................... 12
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2.6
Before you start .................................................... 17
2.6.1 Setting the date and time ........................ 17
2.6.2 Setting the language ................................ 19
2.6.3 Setting the beep ........................................ 20
2.7.1 Shooting a video clip ............................... 21
2.7.2 Playing the video clip .............................. 23
2.8.1 Taking a still picture ................................ 24
2.8.2 Viewing images ........................................ 25
3 Using the camcorder ................................ 28
3.1.1 Camcorder and voice recorder mode .... 28
3.1.2 Using the macro function ....................... 30
3.1.3 Using the zoom function ......................... 30
3.1.4 Using the LED light ................................. 30
3.1.5 Using the Flash module, auto and force31
3.1.6 Using the Stabilizer function .................. 31
3.1.7 Quick access controls .............................. 31
3.2.1 Camera mode icons ................................. 32
3.2.2 Using the macro function ....................... 33
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3.2.3
Using the zoom function ......................... 33
3.2.4 Using the LED light module................... 33
3.2.5 Using the flash module, auto and force 33
3.2.6 Quick access controls .............................. 33
3.3.1 Camcorder Playback mode icons .......... 34
3.4.1 Camera Playback mode icons ................ 37
4 Using the menus ....................................... 40
4.1.1. White balance ........................................... 40
4.1.2. Video resolution ....................................... 41
4.1.3. Quality....................................................... 42
4.1.4. Color effect ............................................... 43
4.1.5. Night mode ............................................... 44
4.1.6. Stabilizer ................................................... 45
4.1.7. Capture mode ........................................... 46
4.2.1 Delete ......................................................... 47
4.2.2 Protect ....................................................... 49
4.2.3 Autoplay ................................................... 50
4.3.1 White balance ........................................... 51
4.3.2 Resolution ................................................. 52
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4.3.3 Color effect ............................................... 53
4.3.4 Night mode ............................................... 54
4.3.5 Self timer ................................................... 55
4.4.1 Delete ......................................................... 56
4.4.2 Protect ....................................................... 58
4.4.3 Slide show ................................................. 59
4.4.4 DPOF ......................................................... 60
4.5.1 Setting the beep ........................................ 61
4.5.2 Auto power off ......................................... 61
4.5.3 TV standard .............................................. 62
4.5.4 Format ....................................................... 63
4.5.5 Default ....................................................... 64
4.5.6 Language .................................................. 64
4.5.7 Frequency ................................................. 65
4.5.8 Date/time ................................................. 65
5 Installing the software and drivers ......... 66
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder. Ensure that you read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
About this manual
Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual are correct and up to date. However, no guarantee is made regarding the accuracy of the contents. If the contents of this manual do not tally with the camera, please take the camera as a criterion, and our company reserves the right to change the contents or technical rules without notice in advance. Also, the manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical specification in advance without notice.
If the accessories do not tally with the actual package, please take the actual package as a criterion.
Copyright
© Copyright 2009.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the manufacturer.
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Precautions
General precautions
• Do not use or store the product in dusty, dirty, or sandy areas,
as its components may be damaged.
• Do not store the product in a hot environment. High
temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries and warp or melt certain plastics.
• Do not store the product in cold areas. When the product
warms up to its normal temperature, moisture can form inside, which may damage the electronic circuits.
• Do not attempt to open the casing or attempt your own repairs.
High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed.
• Do not drop or knock the product. Rough handling may
damage the internal components.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong
detergents to clean the product. Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth.
• Do not fire the flash while it is too close to the subject's eyes.
Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired too close to the eyes. When using the flash, the camera should be at least one meter from the eyes of the subject.
• Do not open battery cover while an image is being recorded.
Doing so will not only make storage of the current image impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already stored in file.
• If the product or any of its accessories are not working
properly, take them to your nearest qualified service center. The personnel there will assist you and if necessary, arrange for the product to be repaired.
• Test for proper operation before using the camera.
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Notes on the LCD Screen
Be very careful to ensure the fluid contained in the LCD screen does not escape if the screen becomes cracked or damaged. If this occurs, follow these steps:
• If the fluids make contact with skin, wipe it with a clean cloth
then rinse with a large amount of water.
• If the fluid makes contact with eyes, wash eyes with clean
water for at least 15 minutes and go to the hospital as soon as possible.
• If the fluid is swallowed, first rinse mouth with water, then
drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting. Go to the hospital as soon as possible.
Operation conditions
• This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas:
- In areas subject to direct sunlight
- In areas subject to high humidity or dust
- Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to temperature extremes
- Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the sun.
- In areas subject to strong vibration
Power supply
• Use only the type of battery that came with your camera.
Using any other type of battery may damage the equipment and invalidate the warranty.
• Ensure the battery is inserted correctly. Inserting the battery
incorrectly can cause damage to the product and possibly start a fire.
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• Remove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camera is
not going to be used for a long time.
• If the battery is crushed or damaged, remove it immediately to
avoid the battery fluid leakage and abnormal expansion.
Before You Start
Take some test shots before performing a formal recording.
Before taking pictures with this DV camera in any important occasion (such as a wedding ceremony or an overseas trip), do test the DV camera beforehand to ensure that it functions properly. Any additional loss caused by the malfunction of this product (such as costs of photography or any loss of benefit generated by the photography) is not the responsibility of the manufacturer and no compensation will be given for it.
Copyright information
Take care to observe "No Photography" notices in certain locations. In these cases, you cannot record any live performance, improvisation or exhibits, even for personal purposes. Any transfer of pictures or memory card data must be conducted under the constraints of copyright law.
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1 Introducing the camcorder
Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the camcorder. This chapter also covers system requirements, package contents, and descriptions of the hardware components.
1.1 System requirements
The camcorder requires a PC with the following specifications:
• Windows® Vista / XP operating sy stem
• Intel® Pentium 4 2.8GHz CPU or higher (3GHz recommended)
• At least 512 MB of RAM or higher (1GB recommended)
• 64MB or Greater Video Card
• At least 200 MB of available hard disk space
• Standard USB 1.1 port or higher
1.2 Features
The camcorder offers a variety of features and functions including:
• HD Digital camcorder
• Digital camera - Max. 12 Megapixels (Interpolation)
• Voice recorder
• USB mass storage
• 5x optical zoom, 4x digital
• SD card reader
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1.3 Unpacking the camcorder
The following items should be present in the package. If any item is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
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Camcorder Pouch
HDMI cable
(Op t iona l)
Po w e r c or d
USB cable
Li-io n b atter y
AV cable
NP-60
User manual
Battery charger
CD-ROM
(Appli ca tion softwa re )
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1.4 About the camcorder
Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the buttons and controls of this camcorder.
1.4.1 Front view
LED light
Self-timer LED
1.4.2 Top view
Battery c over latch Shutter button
Lens
Flash module
Zoom/ Volum e button
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1.4.3 Bottom view
Tripod mount
1.4.4 Right view
Lens cover latch
Flash switch
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LCD screen cover
Microphone
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1.4.5 Left view
Hand strap
1.4.6 Back view
Power LED
Camera Status LED
Joystick
HD Output
USB/ AV Output
Battery cover Speaker
Mode dial
REC.STOP button
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1.4.7 Adjusting the LCD display
Flip and twist the LCD screen as shown while capturing a still image or recording a video clip.
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See the table below for a description of each button’s function.
Button Name
Power button
Menu button
Mode dial
REC/STOP
Joystick
Function
Press and hold to turn power on/off.
Press to display main OSD menus.
Use to turn Camcorder, Camera, and SET modes.
In Camcorder mode, press the REC.STOP button to start and stop recording. In Camcorder Playback mode, press the REC.STOP to pause/restart playing.
In Camcorder and Camera mode:
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1. Move up/ down to adjust the
exposure settings.
2. Move right to enable the macro
function. A the LCD screen when enabled.
3. Move left to adjust the white
balance settings.
z In Camera Playback mode:
icon appears on
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1. Move right and left to view the
stored images.
2. When the image is zoomed in, the
LCD screen appears up/down direction keys. You may press the joystick to move the image.
3. Move Joystick button up to show
all stored files in a 3x2 matrix thumbnail view.
4. In the Thumbnail mode, move
up, down, left, right to select the thumbnail images and then press the center joystick button to view the image in full screen mode.
z In Camcorder Playback mode:
1. Press right and left to view the
stored video clips and press the center joystick button to play/ stop the video clips.
2. In Playing mode, move right to
fast-forward a video clip and move left to rewind a video clip.
3. Move joystick button up to show
all stored files in a 3x2 matrix thumbnail view.
4. In the Thumbnail mode, move
up, down, left, right to select a desired video clip and then press
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the center joystick button to show the video clip.
z In SET mode, press up and down to
highlight menu items and press the center joystick button to confirm.
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In Camera mode, press to take a
photo.
z In Camcorder mode, you can also
press to take a photo before recording a video clip.
Shutter button
Playback button
Display button
Zoom button
In Camcorder and Camera mode, press to enter playback mode.
Press once to turn off all OSD icons and press again to display all OSD icons off.
In Camcorder and Camera modes,
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press right/ left to zoom in and out.
z In Camera Playback mode:
In a 3x2 matrix thumbnail view, move zoom button to right to exit the view.
z In Camcorder Playback mode:
1. Press left/ right to increase or
decrease the volume of the video clip.
2. In a 3x2 matrix thumbnail view,
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move zoom button to right to exit the view.
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In Camcorder and Camera modes,
press the button to turn on/ off the increase light.
LED light button
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SD card cover latch
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Slide the latch to open the SD card
cover when you insert the SD card.
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1.4.8 About the LEDs
The following table describes the camera LEDs:
LED Color Definition
Power / Busy
Camera Status
Self-timer
Green Power-on
Red Blinking Recording
Red Camera busy
Red Blinking
Red Blinking Rapidly
Red Blinking Self-timer is activated.
Red Blinking Rapidly
Self-timer is activated and flash in charge.
2 seconds self-timer remaining.
2 seconds self-timer remaining.
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2 Getting started
Read this section to learn how to start using the camcorder. This section covers basic functions such as switching on, inserting the battery and memory cards, and configuring preliminary settings. See later chapters for advanced functions.
2.1 Inserting an SD card
An SD card can be installed in the camcorder to provide additional storage space for still images, video clips, or other files.
1. Open the LCD screen cover and move the SD card cover
latch in the direction of the arrow to open the SD card compartment cover.
2. Insert an SD card, making sure the contacts are facing
upwards.
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3. Close the SD card compartment cover.
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2.2 Inserting the batteries
This camcorder is designed to use a rechargeable Li-ion battery. Only use the batteries supplied or similar batteries recommended by the manufacturer or your dealer.
z Note:
Install the battery exactly as described here. Installing the battery incorrectly could cause damage to the camcorder and possibly start a fire.
1. Slide the battery cover latch as shown and then the
battery cover opens automatically.
2. Insert the battery as shown.
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3. Close the battery cover as shown.
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2.3 Charging the battery
You can charge the battery with the charging unit provided. Follow the below steps to charge your battery.
1. Insert the Li-ion battery into the charging bay. Connect
one end of the power cord to the charging unit and then plug the other end to the wall outlet as shown.
2. The orange LED will light up for proper charging.
3. After full charge, the LED turns to green.
4. It takes about 290 minutes to achieve full charge. Actual
charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions.
2.4 Turning on/ off the camcorder
Press and hold the power button to turn the camcorder on/off.
Notes:
Closing and opening the LCD screen can power on/off the camera.
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2.5 Changing modes
The camcorder can operate in three modes, Camcorder, Camera, and SET. Move the mode dial to toggle different modes.
2.6 Before you start
Before you start using the camcorder, some basic settings such as date and time, languages and beep function need to be configured.
2.6.1 Setting the date and time
1. Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.
Move the joystick up and down to highlight Date / Time. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
2. Move the joystick up and down to highlight each field
and press the center joystick button to select a field.
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3. Adjust each value by moving the joystick up, down, left,
or right. Press the center joystick button to save your changes.
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2.6.2 Setting the language
1. Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.
Move the joystick up and down to highlight Language. Press the center joystick button to select it.
2. Move the joystick left and right to select the following
languages: English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified
Chinese, German, Italian, Spanish, French, Turkish, Portuguese, Dutch, Japanese, Russian, Korean, and Arabic. After the language is selected, press the center
joystick button to confirm.
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2.6.3 Setting the beep
1. Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.
Move the joystick up and down to highlight Beep. Press the center joystick button to select it.
2. Move the joystick left and right to select X (Beep Off) or √
(Beep On) and press the center joystick button to confirm.
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2.7 Shoot/Playback video
2.7.1 Shooting a video clip
1. Turn on the camcorder and move the mode dial to
Camcorder mode.
Camcorder mod e
2. Use the LCD screen to frame the video.
3. Press the REC.STOP button to start recording.
4. Press the REC.STOP button again to stop recording.
5. The video clip is automatically saved with a unique file
name.
Notes:
1. The maximum length of each video recording file
is approximately 3.66 GB.
2. The high-resolution settings result in larger files,
and therefore shorter length.
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3. The LCD preview and the ratio of a still-image
capture can vary depending on the different video resolution settings. See the following table:
Video resolution Preview
WVGA
720P
QVGA
4. Before shooting a video clip, you can still take a
photo in Camcorder mode.
16:9 ratio
4:3 ratio
Taking pictures and focusing
4:3 ratio
4:3 ratio
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2.7.2 Playing the video clip
1. In Camcorder mode, press the Playback button. The last
played file displays on the LCD screen.
Camcorder playback
mode indicator
2. Move the joystick right and left to select a desired video
clip and press the center joystick button. The video clip starts playing.
3. Move the joystick left to rewind the video clip and move
the joystick right to fast forward.
4. Press the REC. STOP button to pause the video playback.
Press the center joystick button to resume the video playback.
5. When viewing the video clip, move the Zoom button left
or right to adjust the volume.
6. Press the center joystick button to stop playing.
7. Press the Playback button again to return to
mode.
Camcorder
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2.8 Taking/viewing pictures
2.8.1 Taking a still picture
1. Turn on the camcorder and move the Mode Dial to
Camera mode.
Camera mode
2. Use the LCD screen to frame the picture.
3. Press the Shutter button to capture the image.
4. The picture is automatically saved with an unique file
name.
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2.8.2 Viewing images
1. In Camera mode, press the Playback button. The most
recent image displays on the LCD screen.
Camera Playback mode
2. Press the joystick right and left to scroll through the
images.
3. Move the Zoom button right to zoom in the picture.
There are two direction keys appears on the LCD screen. You may press the center joystick button to switch between the panning directions (up/down ↔ left/right).
4. Move Joystick button up fully to view the thumbnails of
all stored images and then press the joystick up/down and left/right.
5. Press the center joystick button to view the image in full
screen mode.
6. Press the Playback button again to return to Camera
mode.
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2.9 Connecting to a computer
Read this section to learn how to transfer files to a PC, show the video clips or photos on a TV.
Connect the camcorder to a computer with the USB cable provided.
2.10 Connecting to a standard TV
Connect the camcorder to a standard TV as shown with the AV cable provided.
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2.11 Connecting to an HDTV
Read this section to learn how to show the video clips or photos on an HDTV. Connecting to an HDTV offers the high resolution for displaying the video clips or photos.
Connect the camcorder to an HDTV with an HDMI cable as shown.
z Note:
Photo capturing, camcorder, and voice recording are not
support when connected to an HDTV and TV
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3 Using the camcorder
Read this section to learn how to use the camcorder.
3.1 Camcorder and voice recorder mode
Use this mode to capture video clips or record voice and store them on an SD card.
3.1.1 Camcorder and voice recorder mode
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the
Camcorder and voice recorder mode icons and symbols.
Camcorder mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
Camcorder mode Voice recorder mode
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EV compensation indicator
Night mode indicator
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Voice recorder mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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2
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White balance indicator
Memory space indicator
Memory status indicator
: No SD card : SD card in
Recording time indicator
Force and auto flash indicator
Resolution and frame rate indicator
Battery indicator
Stabilizer indicator
LED light indicator
Macro indicator
Camcorder mode indicator
Zoom indicator
Memory status indicator
: SD card in : No SD card
Indicates: press to record or stop
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Battery indicator
Voice recorder mode indicator
3.1.2 Using the macro function
This function can capture subjects close to the lens. In macro mode, subjects can be as close as 5 cm.
While in Camera, Camcorder modes, move the joystick right to activate the macro function, and a screen.
Move the joystick again to return to normal mode.
icon displays on the LCD
3.1.3 Using the zoom function
The camcorder is equipped with 5x optical zoom and 4X digital zoom.
Move the Zoom button right to get closer to a subject.
Move the Zoom button left to move away from a subject.
3.1.4 Using the LED light
Use the LED light to illuminate subjects in dark environments.
Press the Light button to switch on the light and press again to switch it off.
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3.1.5 Using the Flash module, auto and force
Use the auto and force flash module to illuminate subjects in dark environments when press the shutter button.
You may switch the force and auto flash module by toggling the Flash switch. The activated.
or displays on your camcorder when
3.1.6 Using the Stabilizer function
Use the Stabilizer function to reduce vibration caused by camcorder shanks during a video shoot.
See section 4.1.6 “Stabilizer”.
3.1.7 Quick access controls
You can also make adjustments to exposure by pressing the joystick up and down.
In Camcorder and Camera modes, press the joystick up and down to adjust the EV compensation settings. Press the joystick left to choose white balance settings.
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3.2 Camera mode
Use Camera mode to capture still pictures and store them in the on an SD card.
3.2.1 Camera mode icons
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camera mode icons and symbols.
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See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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Remaining number of photos
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EV compensation indicator
Night mode indicator
White balance indicator
Memory status indicator
: SD card indicator
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: No SD card
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Force and auto flash indicator
File size indicator
Battery indicator
LED light indicator
Macro indicator
Self timer indicator
Camera mode indicator
Zoom indicator
3.2.2 Using the macro function
See section 3.1.2 “Using the macro function”.
3.2.3 Using the zoom function
See section 3.1.3“Using the zoom function”.
3.2.4 Using the LED light module
See section 3.1.4 “Using the LED light”.
3.2.5 Using the flash module, auto and force
See section 3.1.5 “Using the Flash module, auto and force”.
3.2.6 Quick access controls
See section 3.1.7“Quick access controls”.
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3.3 Camcorder Playback mode
Use Camcorder Playback mode to review all the movie files stored on the SD card.
3.3.1 Camcorder Playback mode icons
Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camcorder Playback mode icons and symbols.
Camcorder playback mode Voice recorder playback
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Camcorder mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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2
Displays the number of current camcorder / total number of recorded video cli
Volume level
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Memory status indicator
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Voice Recorder mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
: SD card in
: No SD card
The length of every video clip
Play indicator
Battery status indicator
File protect indicator
Camcorder playback mode icon
Displays the file number of the video clip
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Displays the number of current audio/ total number of recorded audio cli
Volume level
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Memory status indicator
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: SD card in
: No SD card
The length of every audio clip
Play indicator
Indicates: press to Play/ Stop
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Battery status indicator
File protect indicator
Voice playback mode
Displays the file number of the audio clip
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3.4 Camera Playback mode
Use Camera Playback mode to review all the image files stored in the camcorder.
3.4.1 Camera Playback mode icons
Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camera Playback mode icons and symbols.
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See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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2
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Displays the number of current image / the total number of saved images
Memory status indicator
: SD card in
: No SD card
Battery status indicator
File protect indicator
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6
Playback mode icon
Displays the file number of the photo
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3.5 Thumbnail mode
When in Camera Playback or Camcorder Playback modes, move Joystick button up to show images as thumbnails.
1. Turn on the camcorder and make sure it is in Camera
Playback or Camcorder Playback mode.
2. The last used image /video clip displays on the screen.
Move Joystick button up to view six thumbnail images /video clips on the LCD screen.
3. Move the joystick up/down and left/right to highlight an
image, or a video clip, and press the center joystick button to view the image or playback the video clip or voice file in full screen mode.
4. Move joystick button up to return to thumbnail view.
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4 Using the menus
Read this section to learn how to configure the camcorder settings and use the advanced features.
4.1 Camcorder menu
When in Camcorder mode, press the Menu button to show the camcorder options menu.
4.1.1. White balance
Use this option to correct color difference for different lighting conditions. When white balance is set to Auto, the camcorder automatically compensates for different lighting conditions.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the White Balance option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select Auto, Sunny,
Cloudy, Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
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4.1.2. Video resolution
Use the resolution option to determine the resolution of the captured video. The larger screen size requires more memory storage space.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the Resolution option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Press the joystick left and right to select QVGA, WVGA,
720P. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu. z Notes:
1. The LCD displays the 16:9 ratio while setting as
WVGA, 720P video resolution.
2. The LCD displays the 4:3 ratio while setting as
QVGA video resolution.
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4.1.3. Quality
There are two different levels of video quality. Higher quality video needs more memory storage space and higher speed SD card.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the Quality option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select Fine or Normal.
Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
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4.1.4. Color effect
The camcorder can capture standard color images, black and white images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the Effect option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select Color, B&W or
Sepia. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
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4.1.5. Night mode
Use this function to shoot a better video clip quality in dark environments.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the Night Mode option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select Off or Night
mode options. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
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4.1.6. Stabilizer
Use this function to reduce vibration caused by camcorder shakes during a video shoot.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the Stabilizer option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select Off or Stabilizer
options. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
5. An icon
z Note:
displays on the screen.
Stabilizer function is available in video resolution QVGA ,WVGA(30fps), 720P
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4.1.7. Capture mode
Use this function to record sound or image.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the Capture Mode option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select Voice recorder
or Video options. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
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4.2 Camcorder playback menu
Use the playback menu to manage the files stored on the SD card.
4.2.1 Delete
Use this function to delete files.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camcorder Playback menu.
2. Move the joystick up and down to select Delete One or
Delete All options.
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again. Move the joystick right and left to locate the file you want to delete and press the center joystick button to confirm.
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If you select Delete All, press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select X or √ and press
the center joystick button to delete.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
z Note:
Once deleted, files cannot be recovered so make sure you have a backup before you delete. Files that have been protected will not be deleted. You have to unlock the files first before deletin
them.
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4.2.2 Protect
Use this function to lock files to prevent accidental deletion.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display Camcorder Playback menu.
2. Move the joystick up and down to select the Protect
option. Then playback screen appears again. Move the joystick to locate the file you want to protect and press the center joystick button to confirm. A lock displayed to show that the file is protected.
z Note:
3. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The icon disappears when the file is unlocked.
icon is
lock
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4.2.3 Autoplay
Use this function to continuously play all movie clips stored in the memory card.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Movie mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Movie Playback menu.
2. Move the joystick up and down to select the Autoplay
option and press the center joystick button.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select √. The clips are
displayed automatically.
4. Press the center joystick button to start continuous
playing of movie clip.
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4.3 Camera menu
In Camera mode, press the Menu button to show the Camera Options menu.
4.3.1 White balance
Use this option to correct color difference due to lighting conditions.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the White Balance option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select Auto, Sunny,
Cloudy, Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
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4.3.2 Resolution
Use this option to set the size of the captured image. Larger images contain more detail and therefore use more memory space.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the Resolution option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select from 3M, 5Mor
12M. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
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4.3.3 Color effect
The camcorder can capture standard color images, black and white images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the Effect option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select Color, B & W, or
Sepia. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
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4.3.4 Night mode
Use this function to shoot a better photo clip quality in dark environments.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the Night Mode option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select Off or Night
mode option. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
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4.3.5 Self timer
Use the self timer function to take a photo of yourself.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
2. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and
down to highlight the Selftimer option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select Off, 5 seconds,
or 10 seconds options. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
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4.4 Camera playback menu
4.4.1 Delete
Use this function to delete files.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu.
2. Move the joystick up and down to select the Delete One
or Delete All options.
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again. Move the joystick left and right to locate the file you want to delete and press the center joystick button to confirm.
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If you select Delete All, press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select X or √ and then
press the center joystick button to delete.
4. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
z Note:
Once deleted, files cannot be recovered so make sure you have a backup before you delete. Files that have been protected will not be deleted. You have to unlock the files first before deletin
them.
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4.4.2 Protect
Use this function to protect files.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu.
2. Move the joystick up and down to select the Protect
option. Then playback screen appears again. Press the joystick up and down to locate the file you want to protect and press the center joystick button to confirm. A lock
icon is displayed to show that the file is
protected.
3. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
z Note:
To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The icon disappears when the file is unlocked.
lock
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4.4.3 Slide show
The camcorder includes a slide show function, which displays each image in turn with a regular interval between pictures.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu.
2. Move the joystick up and down to select the Autoplay
option and press the center joystick button. The images are displayed automatically.
3. Press the center joystick button to pause the slide show.
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4.4.4 DPOF
Use the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) function to tag pictures stored in the memory card with print information.
1. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu.
2. Move the joystick up and down to highlight the DPOF
option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
z Notes:
1. A memory card is required for DPOF function.
2. If DPOF is set, all photos are ordered to print.
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4.5 System menu
The system menu is used to configure miscellaneous camera functions.
4.5.1 Setting the beep
See section 2.6.3 “Setting the Beep”.
4.5.2 Auto power off
Use this function to switch the camcorder off automatically after a period of inactivity for power saving.
1. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.
2. Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Auto
Power Off option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select Off, 1 minute, or
5 minutes. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
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4.5.3 TV standard
Use the TV option to set the TV system for the area.
1. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.
2. Move the joystick up and down to highlight the TV
standard option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select NTSC or PAL,
and press the center joystick button to confirm.
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4.5.4 Format
Use this function to format the current storage media. This format action will delete everything on the media.
1. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.
2. Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Format
option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select X or √, and press
the center joystick button to confirm.
4. The current media (memory card) is formatted.
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4.5.5 Default
Use this option to reset all settings to the default settings.
1. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.
2. Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Default
option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select X or √, and press
the center joystick button to confirm.
4.5.6 Language
See section 2.6.2 “Setting the language”.
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4.5.7 Frequency
Use the Frequency option to set the frequency system for your area.
To set the frequency:
1. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.
2. Move the joystick up and down to highlight the
Frequency option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
3. Move the joystick left and right to select 50 Hz or 60 Hz.
Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4.5.8 Date/time
See section 2.6.1 “Setting the date and time”.
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5 Installing the software and drivers
Read this section to learn how to install the software for the camera.
5.1 Presto! Video Works
Presto! Video Works is an advanced software application for editing video.
To install Presto! Video Works:
1. Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. If the CD-ROM does not automatically boot, use
Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr.exe file in the root directory.
The following screen is displayed.
Install button
3. Click the Install button to begin the installation process
and follow the instructions on-screen.
More information about Presto! Video Works can be found in the help files when the application is started.
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5.2 Presto! Mr. Photo
Presto! Mr. Photo is an advanced photo editing software application.
To install Presto! Mr. Photo:
1. Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. If the CD-ROM does not automatically boot, use
Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr.exe file in the root directory.
The following screen is displayed.
Install button
3. Click the Install button to begin the installation process
and follow the instructions on-screen.
More information about Presto! Mr. Photo can be found in the help files when the application is started.
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5.3 Quick Time
Quick Time is an easy-to-use application for playing the video clips stored in the camera or on the SD/MMC card.
To install the Quick Time:
1. Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. If the CD-Rom doesn’t automatically boot, use Window
Explore to execute the InstalMgr.exe file in the root directory.
The following screen is displayed:
Install button
3. Click the Install button to begin the installation process
and follow the instructions on-screen.
More information about Quick Time can be found in the help files when the application is started.
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Appendix
Specifications
General
Imaging sensor
Active pixels
Storage media
Sensor sensitivity
Color effects Color/B&W/Sepia
Lens
Focus range
1/2.5” CMOS 5.0 Megapixel sensor
5.0 Megapixel
Internal: Built-in 128MB (available about 98MB) Nand flash memory
External: SD Card (Up to SDHC 8GB Class6)
Auto
5X Optical zoom lens Wide: F/3.2, f=6.26mm
Tele: F/6.8, f=30.75mm
Normal: 45cm ~ inf. Macro: Wide 20 ~ 45 cm Middle 10 ~ 45cm
Tele 5 ~ 45cm
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General
Video clips Format: H.264 (MOV)
Resolution: QVGA(30fps), WVGA(60fps), 720P(30fps) DIS Function WVGA(30fps), 720p(30fps), QVGA(30fps)
Still image Formats: JPEG (EXIF2.2), DPOF,DCF
Resolution: 3M, 5M, 12M
Zoom
Audio Video Yes
TFT Monitor 3.0” TFT (960 x 240 pixels)
LED light
Strobe (Camera)
White balance
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Camcorder: 5X Optical Zoom, 4X Digital Zoom
Camera: 5X Optical zoom, 4X Digital Zoom Playback: Digital Zoom Max. 8X
Effective Range: 0.5m ~ 1m Mode: On / Off
Effective Range: 1m ~ 1.5m Mode: Auto / Off / Force
Auto/Sunny/Cloudy/Tungsten/ Fluorescent
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General
EV compensation
Self-timer 5 seconds, 10 seconds, Off
PC interface USB 2.0 (high speed)
TV out format NTSC/PAL/ HDMI
Shutter 1/2 ~ 1/ 2000 sec.
Auto power off
Power supply
Dimension 57 (W) x 70 (H) x 129 (D) mm
Weight Approx. 292±5g (without batteries)
-2.0 EV~+2.0 EV (0.5EV per step)
Off, 1 min., 5 min options.
Li-Ion battery NP-60
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Cannot turn on the camcorder.
The camera suddenly turns off.
The captured image is not stored in memory.
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The batteries are not inserted correctly.
The batteries have no power.
The auto power off function was enabled.
The camera is running out of battery power.
Before the image is saved the power has been cut off.
• Insert the
batteries correctly. (See
2.2 Inserting the batteries.)
• Please charge
the battery. (See
2.3 Charging the battery.)
• Turn the power
on again.
• Please charge the
battery. (See 2.3 Charging the battery.)
When battery indicator turns empty (without green bars), replace the battery immediately.
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The camera turns off when capturing image using self-timer.
The image is out of focus.
Memory card cannot be used.
The camera is running out of battery power.
The subject is beyond focus range.
The memory card is protected.
The memory card contains non-DCF images taken by other cameras.
• Please charge
the battery. (see
2.3 Charging the battery)
• Please take a
picture within the available focus range and choose normal or macro mode. (See 3.2.2 Using the macro function).
• Unlock the
memory card.
Format the memory card. (See
4.5.4 Format.) Before formatting the card, ensure you back up the files.
All buttons are Short circuit
occurred when
• Remove the
batteries from
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inactive. connecting the
camera with other devices.
the camera and insert again.
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