PRAKTICA DVC5.6 User Manual

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipments and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. Used electrical/electronic equipments and batteries must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these products. Following the implementation by member states, private households within the EU states may return their used electrical/electronic equipments and batteries to designated collection facilities free of charge*.In some countries your local retailer may also take back your old product free of charge if you purchase a similar new one. *Please contact your local authority for further details. By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.

Table of Contents

About this manual........................................................ iv

Precautions................................................................... v

Before You Start .......................................................... vii

1 Introducing the camcorder .......................1

1.1 System requirements............................................ 1

1.2 Features.............................................................. 1

1.3 Unpacking the camcorder.................................... 2

1.4 About the camcorder ........................................... 3

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 Operating the camcorder........................ 6

2 Getting started......................................... 11

2.1 Inserting an SD card ..........................................11

2.2 Inserting the battery .......................................... 12

2.3 Charging the battery.......................................... 14

2.4 Turning on/ off the camcorder........................... 14

2.5 Connecting to TV (AV Cable) ............................ 15

2.6 Connecting to TV (HDMI Cable)....................... 15

2.7 Connecting to PC (USB Cable).......................... 16

2.8 Changing modes................................................ 16

2.9 Before you start................................................. 16

2.9.1 Setting the Date and Time..................... 17

2.9.2 Setting the Language............................. 17

2.9.3 Setting the Beep..................................... 18

3 Using the Camcorder .............................. 19

3.1 Recording Videos............................................... 19

3.2 Video Menu....................................................... 21

3.2.1 White Balance........................................ 22

3.2.2 Resolution.............................................. 23

3.2.3 Effect ...................................................... 24

3.2.4 Night Mode ........................................... 24

3.2.5 Quality................................................... 25

3.3 Using the AF Lock ............................................ 25

3.4 Using Manual Focus......................................... 25

3.5 Playback Videos................................................. 26

3.5.1 Playing Back Videos.............................. 26

3.6 Video Playback Menu........................................ 29

3.6.1 Delete One ............................................. 30

3.6.2 Delete All............................................... 31

3.6.3 Protect.................................................... 32

3.6.4 Autoplay................................................ 33

3.7 Shooting Photos ................................................ 34

3.8 Camera Mode Menu.......................................... 36

3.8.1 White Balance........................................ 37

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3.8.2 Resolution.............................................. 38

3.8.3 Effect ...................................................... 38

3.8.4 Night Mode ........................................... 39

3.8.5 Selftimer................................................. 39

3.8.6 Quality................................................... 40

3.9 Using the AF Lock ............................................ 40

3.10 Using Manual Focus......................................... 41

3.11 Playback Photos ................................................ 41

3.11.1 Playing Back Photos.............................. 41

3.12 Photo Playback Menu ....................................... 43

3.12.1 Delete One ............................................. 44

3.12.2 Delete All ............................................... 45

3.12.3 Protect .................................................... 46

3.12.4 Autoplay................................................ 47

3.13 System Menu..................................................... 48

3.13.1 Date / Time ........................................... 49

3.13.2 Beep........................................................ 49

3.13.3 Auto Power Off ..................................... 49

3.13.4 TV Standard........................................... 50

3.13.5 Format.................................................... 50

3.13.6 Default ................................................... 51

3.13.7 Language ............................................... 51

3.13.8 Frequency .............................................. 52

Specifications.............................................................. 53

Troubleshooting .......................................................... 55

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.

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.

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 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.

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 if the camera is not going to be used for a

long time. If the battery is left unused for more than 3 months, you need to charge the battery before use.

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.

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.

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® 7 / Vista / XP operating system  Intel® / AMD Dual-Core CPU or higher  At least 1 GB of RAM or higher  At least DirectX 9 video card, DirectX 10 is recommended  Standard USB 1.1 port or higher  At least 2GB or greater available hard disk

1.2 Features

The camcorder offers a variety of features and functions including:

 Full HD 1080p (30fps.)  Digital camera – (max. 16 Megapixels)  3” TFT LCD Touch Display (16:9)  4x digital zoom  Li-ion Battery NP120

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.

Camcorder User’s Manual

Li-ion Battery

Charger

Pouch

HDMI Cable

(Optional)

USB AV Cable

CD Rom

Power Cable

DC-in Plug

(Optional)

1.4 About the camcorder

Zoom

Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the buttons and controls of this camcorder.

1.4.1 Front view

Lens

LED

1.4.2 Top view

Microph one

Battery Cover Latch

Button

Shutter Button

1.4.3 Bottom view

Memory Card

Playback

LED Light

Display

utton

Menu Button

Compartment

1.4.4 Right view

B utton

Tripod Socket

Button

Power Button

1.4.5 Left view

Battery

HDMI,

DC-IN,

1.4.6 Back view

Cover Latch

Battery Compartment

Hand Strap

Mode Dial

Record Button

Navigation Button

USB AV Out

1.4.7 Operating the camcorder

To turn on the power, press the Power button for one second or open the LCD panel 90°.

Rotate the LCD panel can be rotated in both directions so you can view pictures and movies.

See the table below for a description of each button’s function.

Name Button Function

Power Button

Shutter Button

Zoom Button

Navigation Button

Press and hold to turn the camcorder on or off.

Press to take a picture.

Slide to the right/left to zoom in /zoom out when shooting videos or photos.

 In Video and Camera

mode:

1. Press up/ down to adjust the exposure settings.

2. Press the Navigation button to enable AF Lock. The AF Lock icon

appears on the

screen.

3. Press left to adjust the white balance settings.

4. Press right to enable the manual focus (MF) function. A icon appears on the LCD

screen when enabled. Press right again to enable the macro function. A icon appears on the LCD screen when enabled.

 In Camera Playback mode:

1. Press right and left to view the stored images.

2. When the image is zoomed in, direction keys appear on the LCD screen. You may press the Navigation button to move the image. (up/down  left/right).

3. Press the Navigation button up to enter the Thumbnail mode.

4. In the Thumbnail mode, press up, down, left, right to select the thumbnail images, and then press the middle Navigation button to view the image in full

screen mode.

 In Video Playback mode:

1. Press right and left to view the stored video clips and press the middle Navigation button to play/ stop the video clips.

2. In Playing mode, press right to fast-forward a video clip and move left to rewind a video clip.

3. Press the Navigation button up to enter the Thumbnail mode.

4. In the Thumbnail mode, press up, down, left, right to select a desired video clip, and then press the middle Navigation button to show the video clip.

 In SET mode, press left

and right to highlight menu items and press the middle Navigation button to confirm.

Record Button

 Press to start recording a

video.

 Press it again to stop

recording.

Mode Dial

Menu Button

Display Button

LED Light Button

Playback Button

Use to switch to Video, Camera, or SET mode.

Press to display the menu for the current mode.

Press once to turn off all OSD icons and press again to display all OSD icons.

In Video and Camera modes, press to turn on/off the LED light.

In Video and Camera modes, press to enter the playback mode.

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 open the memory card compartment cover.

2. Insert the memory card. We recommend using a memory card with a capacity of 1 GB or higher.

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