Sanyo FVD-C1 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Pocket CameraCorder

FVD-C1

Important note

This manual explains how to safely operate the FVD-C1.

Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera. Make sure to read and understand the section “USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY” on pages 7 to 24. Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference.

Warning

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

FOR AMERICAN USERS

WARNING:

This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

after handling.

e 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:

d Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. d Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. d Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

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

e Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible

for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Wash hands

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Tested to Comply with FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

The FCC logo is included in the rating that can be found inside the battery case.

Declaration of Conformity

Model number : FVD-C1 Trade Name : Fisher Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY Address : 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311 Telephone No. : (818) 998-7322 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.

FOR CANADIAN USERS

e This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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OUTLINE OF OPERATION

To help you get started enjoying using your camera right away, given below is an outline of the fundamental operation, from setup to shooting to playback.

SETUP

(1) Connect the AC adapter/charger (page 128). (2) Install the battery pack and SD Memory

in the camera (page 35, 36).

Card*

CAUTION

e This camera uses an SD Memory Card

instead of photographic film to record images. Be sure to install the SD Memory Card before operating the camera. A 512MB SD Memory Card is supplied with this camera.

e Be sure to format the SD Memory Card with

this camera before using it. A card that is not formatted using the camera may limit your full use of all the camera’s capabilities.

SHOOTING

(1) Turn on the camera (page 37).

(2) Take photos in the BASIC operation mode*

e In the BASIC mode, it's easy to take great photos

right away.

e To switch the menu mode, see page 42. e For shooting video clips, see page 47. e For shooting still photos, see page 48.

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PLAYBACK

(1) View your photos in the BASIC operation

mode (page 64). Playback as well is easy in the BASIC mode.

: About the SD Memory Card

In this manual, the SD Memory Card is referred to as “card”.

: Shooting in the BASIC mode

For recording and viewing images, your camera has two modes to choose from. In the BASIC mode, only the basic camera functions are used. In the EXPERT mode, you have full access to all the camera's functions.

Symbols used in this manual

HINT NOTE

CAUTION (page xx)

You may find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera operation in the sections “COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS” (page 149) and “TROUBLESHOOTING” (page 157).

Points that may prove useful when using the camera. Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay attention to. Points that require special attention. Refer to the page indicated for detailed information.

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CONTENTS

OUTLINE OF OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY . . . . . . . . .7

CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

PREPARATION

PARTS NAMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK AND CARD . . . . . . . . . . . .35

TURNING THE POWER ON AND OFF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

OPERATION BUTTONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

SWITCHING THE MENU MODE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

BEFORE TAKING PICTURES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

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BASIC MODE

SHOOTING

CAPTURING IMAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

ABOUT THE BASIC MODE SHOOTING SETTING SCREEN . . 52

CHANGING THE SHOOTING SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

OTHER SHOOTING FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

PLAYBACK

VIEWING IMAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

ABOUT THE BASIC MODE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREEN . . 68

OTHER PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

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EXPERT MODE

SHOOTING

ABOUT THE EXPERT MODE SHOOTING SETTING SCREEN 78

VIDEO IMAGE QUALITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

FOCUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

FLICKER-REDUCTION FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

ISO SENSITIVITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

WHITE BALANCE SETTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

EXPOSURE CORRECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

PLAYBACK

ABOUT THE EXPERT MODE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREEN. 87

ROTATE IMAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

EDITING VIDEO CLIPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

PRINT SETTINGS (STILL IMAGES ONLY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

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OPTION SETTINGS

CAMERA SETTINGS

ABOUT THE OPTION SETTING SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

GUIDANCE FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

OPERATIONAL SOUNDS SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

USB FUNCTION SETTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

FILE NO. RESET FUNCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

DATE AND TIME SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

SCREEN LANGUAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

TV SYSTEM SETTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

POWER SAVE SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

FORMATTING A CARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . 124

CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE. . . 126

OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS

DOCKING STATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

CABLE ADAPTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

CONNECTING TO A PRINTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

APPENDICES

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY

CAMERA WARNING

iiii If the camera makes a strange noise, emits a

strange odor, or if smoke comes out from it, immediately turn off the power and remove the battery pack.

e If the camera is used under these conditions, it may cause

a fire or electric shock. Immediately turn off the digital camera, remove the battery pack, and wait to make sure no more smoke comes from the camera. Then take it to the dealer for service. Do not try to repair or open the camera yourself.

iiii Do not modify or open the cabinet

e High voltage circuits are inside, and there is a high risk of

fire or electric shock if they are touched. Any internal check, setting, or repair should be performed by the dealer.

iiii Do not use while driving

e Do not capture images, play back images, or watch the

LCD monitor while driving a vehicle. Doing so may cause an accident.

e Be careful where you put down the camera inside an

automobile. During sudden stops or turns it may fall behind the brake pedal and prevent braking.

iiii Be aware of your surroundings when using the

camera

e Pay close attention to your surroundings when using the

camera. Failure to do so may lead to an accident or injury.

e When using the camera while walking, be very careful of

your surroundings and especially the traffic to avoid accidents.

e Do not use the camera inside an airplane or elsewhere

where its use may be restricted.

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WARNING

iiii Do not get the camera wet

e This camera is not water-resistant. Do not allow it to get

wet, as doing so may cause a fire or electric shock.

e Do not use the camera in a bathroom. e If the camera gets wet, immediately turn it off and remove

the battery pack. Then take it to a dealer for repair. Using the camera after it has been become wet may cause a fire, electric shock, or other accident.

iiii Do not use during a storm

e To avoid the risk of being struck by lightning, do not use the

camera during a thunderstorm. In particular, if used in an open field, you have an increased chance of being struck by lightning. Quickly seek refuge in a place that will protect you from lightning.

iiii Do not place on an unstable surface

e The camera may fall, resulting in damage to the camera or

injury.

e If the camera has fallen and its body is damaged, turn it off,

remove the battery pack, and take it to the dealer for repair. Using the camera after its body has been damaged may cause a fire or electric shock.

iiii Do not look through the camera into the sun

e Do not look through the camera at the sun or any other

strong source of light. Doing so may seriously injure your eyes.

iiii Do not use the flash close to a person’s face

e To prevent possible eye injury, do not use the flash near a

person’s face (especially young children or babies). If the flash is used close to a person’s opened eyes, there is a risk that it may damage that person’s eyesight.

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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY

WARNING

iiii Do not use where there is risk of explosion

e Do not use the camera in a location where there is explosive

gas, or any other flammable material in the air. Doing so may cause a fire or an explosion.

iiii Keep the camera out of the reach of children

e The following may happen if children play with the camera:

d They may wrap the strap around their neck and suffo-

cate.

d They may swallow the battery pack or other small

parts. In such a case, consult a physician immediately.

d They may damage their eyesight if the flash goes off

too close to their eyes.

d They may get hurt by the camera.

CAUTION

iiii Cautions when carrying the camera

e Do not walk around holding the camera by the handstrap. It

may hit other objects and get damaged. When walking around, hold the camera in your hand or place it in a pocket.

e Be careful not to drop the camera or subject it to strong

shocks.

e Make sure direct sunlight does not hit the camera lens, as

that may damage the internal parts. When not using the camera, be sure to always turn it off and close the lens cover.

iiii If the camera is not going to be used for a long

period of time

e For safety’s sake, remove the battery pack from the camera.

This will prevent any possible excess heat or leakage of battery fluid that may result in injuries or damage to nearby objects. (Note that when the battery pack is removed for a long period, the time and date settings will be cleared.)

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CAUTION

iiii Cautions during use and storage

e This camera is a precision instrument. When using or

storing the camera, make sure to avoid the following locations to avoid damage.

d Places in direct sunlight d Places where humidity and temperature are high d Places that may get wet d Places close to an air conditioner or heater d Inside a car d Places where there is dust and dirt d Places where there is a fire burning d Places where volatile products are stored d Places subject to vibration

Operating environment:

d Temperature 0°C to 40°C (operation) d Humidity 30 to 90% (operation, no condensation)

–20 to 60°C (storage)

10 to 90% (storage, no condensation)

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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY

DOCKING STATION AND AC ADAPTER/ CHARGER DANGER

iiii Do not recharge battery packs that are not Li-ion

battery packs (Model DB-L20)

e Do not recharge a battery pack other than the supplied Li-ion

battery pack (DB-L20). Recharging a dry-cell battery or other type of rechargeable battery may cause excess heat, combustion, or leakage, and cause a fire, injuries, burns, or damage to nearby objects.

iiii Use a 100 to 240 V AC power supply

e If used with a power supply other than the one specified, it

may cause a fire or electric shock. The power cord is rated for 125 V AC. Therefore, if you plan to use the docking station and/or the AC adapter/charger in a region with a different voltage, it may be necessary to replace the power cord with one that can be used in that location. For details, please see page 168.

iiii Do not disassemble or modify

e It is dangerous to touch the inside. Doing so may cause a fire

or electric shock.

e Do not use as a direct current generator.

iiii Do not get the docking station or AC adapter/

charger wet

e Make sure they do not get wet, as doing so may cause a fire

or electric shock.

e Do not use the camera in a bathroom. e If the docking station or AC adapter/charger gets wet,

immediately unplug it from the power outlet and remove the battery pack. Then contact the place of purchase. If used while wet, it may cause a fire, electric shock, or an accident.

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DANGER

iiii Cautions when plugging in

e Securely plug the power cord all the way into the power

outlet. If the docking station or AC adapter/charger is used with the power cord not fully plugged in, heat may be generated and cause a fire.

e Do not use if the power cord is damaged or cannot be

correctly plugged into the power outlet. Using in this condition may cause a fire or electric shock.

e Do not allow dust, etc., to build up on the power cord or

power outlet. A build-up of dust may cause a short circuit or generate heat and cause a fire.

e When unplugging the power cord, be sure to hold the plug

part and slowly pull it out of the power outlet. Pulling the cord portion may damage the power cord and cause a fire or electric shock.

iiii Do not pull on the power cord to unplug it

e Do not leave the power cord plugged into the power outlet

while the other end is not plugged into the docking station or AC adapter/charger. The loose end can cause electrocution if touched with wet hands or if handled by children.

e Use only the supplied power cord. If a different power

cord is used, it may be rated for a different current load, and that may cause a fire.

e The supplied power cord is for exclusive use with the

devices supplied with your camera. Do not use it with other devices, as doing so may cause a fire or electric shock.

e Do not use a bundled power cord, as the heat generated

may cause a fire.

e When using an extension cord, make sure that the total

wattage of the connected devices does not exceed the rated value of the extension cord. If the power load exceeds the rated value, it may cause a fire.

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DANGER

iiii Keep out of the reach of children

e Children may place the battery pack or other small

components in their mouth or perform some other such unforeseeable action. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately.

iiii If smoke or a strange odor is emitted, or if

strange noises are heard, immediately unplug the power cord from the power outlet

e If used under these conditions, it make cause a fire or

electric shock.

e If strange conditions such as these occur, immediately

unplug the device, remove the battery pack, and wait to make sure no more smoke is emitted. Then contact the place of purchase. Do not try to repair or open the device yourself.

iiii Do not handle with wet hands

e Handling the docking station or AC adapter/charger with

wet hands may cause an electric shock.

iiii Do not use during a storm

e Do not touch the docking station, AC adapter/charger or

power cord while it is plugged into a power outlet during a thunderstorm. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

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CAUTION

iiii Do not damage the power cord

e Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. Do not

place the power cord near a heat source. Do not excessively bend the power cord, modify it, or secure it with staples. Doing so may damage the power cord and cause a fire or electric shock.

e If the power cord is damaged, or if it does not plug

properly into the docking station, AC adapter/charger or wall outlet, contact the place of purchase.

iiii Do not place on an unstable surface

e The camera may fall, resulting in damage to the camera

or injury.

e If it falls and the body is damaged, remove the battery

pack and contact the place of purchase. If used while damaged, it may cause a fire, electric shock, or other damage.

iiii Operating and storage conditions

e Do not use close to a heat source (close to a stove or

heater) or leave it exposed to direct sunlight.

Operating environment:

d Temperature 0 to 40°C (charging) d Humidity 20 to 80%

–20 to 60°C (storage)

(charging and storage)

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LI-ION BATTERY PACK (DB-L20) DANGER

This camera uses a Li-ion battery pack (Model DB-L20).

iiii If there is leaking, discoloration, change of

shape, rise in temperature, damaged exterior, strange odor or any other abnormal condition, immediately discontinue use and remove the battery pack from the camera, taking care to keep it well away from fire.

e Continued use of the battery pack under any of these

conditions may result in fire, injury, explosion or other serious damage.

e If battery fluid is leaking, placing the battery pack in close

proximity to a fire or other heat source may ignite the battery fluid and result in fire, damage, eruption of battery fluid, or smoke fumes.

iiii Do not transform, take apart, or modify.

e Safety mechanisms and protective devices have been in

incorporation in the battery pack for the purpose of preventing danger. Any modification, by transforming, disassembling, or directly soldering to it, etc., will defeat these safety devices and possibly cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode, or leak or spew battery fluid.

iiii Do not connect the (+) and (–) terminals with a

wire or other metal implement. Do not carry loose or keep with necklaces, hairpins, etc.

e Doing so may result in a short circuit, high voltage flow,

fire, explosion, leaking or spewing battery fluid, or heat generation. Metal such as a wire or necklace, etc. may cause heat to be generated.

iiii Do not throw the battery pack in the fire or sub-

ject it to heat

e Doing so may cause the insulation to melt, damage the

gas discharge valve and safety mechanisms, or ignite the battery fluid, resulting in fire or explosion.

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DANGER

iiii Do not drop, hit, or submit the battery pack to

strong shocks

e If the safety mechanisms and protective devices are

broken, an abnormal chemical reaction may occur inside the battery pack, or cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat.

iiii Do not allow the battery pack to come into con-

tact with fresh or salt water, or allow the terminals to become wet.

e If the safety mechanisms and protective devices are

damaged by corrosion, an abnormal chemical reaction may occur inside the battery pack, or cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat.

iiii Operating and storage conditions

e Temperature when using or recharging: 0 to 40°C e Do not use, recharge, store or leave the battery pack near fire or

inside a car exposed to the hot sun, etc. (locations in which the temperature reaches 60°C or higher).

e At high temperatures, the safety mechanisms and protective devices

inside the battery pack may be damaged by corrosion, causing an abnormal chemical reaction to occur, or cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat. If the safety mechanisms and protective devices are damaged, the battery pack will become unusable. An environment with extremely high or low temperatures will cause the battery capacity to deteriorate and shorten the usable time, and may even shorten the battery life.

e Avoid storing the battery pack with it near full charge. It is recom-

mended to store the battery pack when it is near fully discharged.

e If the battery pack is completely discharged, it may become unable to

be recharged again. To avoid this, charge the battery pack for at least five minutes every six months.

e Storage temperature:

When not using the battery pack, remove it from the camera and store at 0°C to 30°C in a place with no condensation.

e Humidity: 10% to 90% (no condensation)

10°C to 30°C

–

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DANGER

iiii Use only the supplied docking station and AC

adapter/charger

e If another charger is used, the battery pack may be

overcharged, or recharged with an abnormal voltage, causing an abnormal chemical reaction to occur, or cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat.

iiii Use the battery pack only in the specified device

e If the battery pack is used in a device other than that

specified, it may cause an abnormal voltage flow, or cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat.

iiii Do not peel or damage the outer case

e Damaging the outer case, inserting nails, hitting with a

hammer, stepping on the battery pack, etc. may cause a short circuit inside the battery pack or cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat.

iiii If the battery pack is leaking and the electrolyte

gets on your skin or clothing, immediately rinse with clean water

e If the electrolyte gets into your eyes, you risk losing your

eyesight. Immediately rinse your eyes with clean, running water, and seek medical attention right away. Any electrolyte that comes into contact with your skin or clothing may harm your skin. Immediately rinse the area with clean, running water.

iiii Insert the battery pack correctly, as specified

e When installing the battery pack in the charger or

camera, pay attention to the indicated polarity (+ and –), and insert it correctly.

e If the battery pack is installed with the wrong orientation,

it may cause an abnormal chemical reaction while in the charger, an abnormal voltage flow when it is used, or cause the battery pack to catch fire, explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat.

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WARNING

iiii Always stop the recharging after the prescribed

recharge time, even if the battery pack is not fully charged

e If you continue to recharge the battery pack, it may cause

the battery pack to catch fire, explode, leak or spew battery fluid, or generate heat.

iiii Keep out of the reach of children

e They may handle the battery pack in an unforeseeable

manner that results in damage.

CAUTION

iiii Charge the battery pack before using it

e Always recharge the battery pack before using it for the

first time, or when using it after it has been kept in storage for a long time. During recharging, the battery pack may be warm. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

iiii Note concerning the battery pack after use

e The battery pack may be warm immediately after the

camera is used. If removing the battery pack, turn off the camera and allow the battery pack to cool down before removing it.

iiii Recycling the battery pack

e To conserve the environment and for efficient use of

natural resources, please discharge the used battery pack, cover the (+) and (–) terminals with tape and recycle the insulated battery pack.

e If disposing of the battery pack as unburnable trash,

please follow all applicable regulations of your area.

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Concerning the accessories WARNING

iiii Cautions concerning the use of the AC adapter/charger

e Use only the supplied docking station and AC adapter/charger with your

camera. Do not use a docking station or AC adapter/charger other than the ones indicated here, designed for specific use with your camera.

e If a docking station or AC adapter/charger other than the ones specified is

used, it may damage the camera and cause a fire or electric shock.

iiii Cautions concerning the card

e Immediately after use, the card will be very hot. Before removing the card,

turn off the camera and wait for the temperature to cool down.

e Keep out of the reach of children. Young children may put the media in their

mouth and choke or cause some other unexpected injury or accident.

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CONCERNING THE LITHIUM BATTERY (CR2025)

WARNING

iiii Cautions concerning the CR2025 bat-

tery

e A CR2025 lithium battery is used for the

remote control. Do not use a battery other than the CR2025 lithium battery.

–

e Install the battery with the (+) and (

terminals correctly oriented as indicated. If the battery is placed in the wrong orientation, it may cause a fire, overheating, or rupturing.

e Do not recharge, short circuit, disassemble, modify, heat, or place the

battery in a fire. Doing so may cause a fire, overheating, or rupturing.

e Do not hold the battery with metal tweezers or a similar tool. Doing so may

cause a short circuit leading to a fire, overheating, or rupturing.

e Do not perform soldering on the battery or use, store, or leave it near a fire,

under direct sunlight, in a hot car, or other high temperature location.

e Do not use the battery if it is leaking. e If the electrolyte gets into your eyes, you risk losing your eyesight. Do not

rub your eyes, wash them immediately with clean water, and seek medical attention right away. If electrolyte gets on your skin or clothing, it may cause irritation. Immediately wash with clean water.

e Keep the battery out of the reach of children. If the battery is accidentally

swallowed, contact a physician immediately. It may cause poisoning or suffocation.

e When disposing of batteries, make sure to follow all applicable regulations. e When disposing of the lithium battery, place tape on its positive (+) and

negative ( with other batteries. Doing so may cause a fire or rupturing.

–

) terminals to prevent shorting. Do not mix the lithium battery

)

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FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR CAMERA

iiii Cautions before capturing important images

e Before capturing important images, make sure that the camera is

operating properly and in condition to capture the image properly.

e Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses that result

from images that could not be recorded, are erased, destroyed, or damaged in any way due to a problem with the camera, any of its accessories, or its software.

iiii Caution concerning copyrights

e The images you capture with your camera are for your own private use;

any other use may violate the rights of copyrights owners.

iiii Cautions when cleaning the camera

Cleaning procedure

Turn off the camera and remove the battery pack.

Remove the dirt with a soft cloth.

If the camera is extremely dirty,

Wipe with a soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent diluted with water and wrung dry.

Caution

e Do not use benzene or thinner products to clean the camera.

Doing so may cause deformation, discoloration, or paint peeling. When using a chemically treated cloth, carefully read its instructions and warnings.

e Do not spray insecticides or volatile sprays on the camera. Do not let rubber

or vinyl objects contact the camera for a long period. They may cause deformation, discoloration, or paint peeling.

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iiii Caution concerning the battery pack

e Periodically clean with a dry cloth the terminals (contacts) of the batteries.

Do not touch the battery terminals with your bare hands. Doing so will allow contaminants from your hands to adhere to the terminals and oxidize, increasing the contact resistance. If the contact resistance increases, the usable life of the batteries will diminish.

iiii Caution when cleaning the lens

e If the lens gets dirty, use a commercially available air blower or a cleaning

cloth for photographic equipment to clean it.

iiii When not using the camera for a long period

e Remove the battery pack. However, when the battery pack is removed for a

long time, the camera functions may begin to not work properly. Periodically reinstall the battery pack and check the camera functions.

e If the battery pack is left in the camera, a small amount of power is still used

even if the camera is turned off. If the battery pack is left in the camera for a long period, it may become completely discharged and lose its ability to be recharged again.

iiii Cautions concerning condensation

e Using the camera with condensation inside it may damage the camera.

If condensation seems likely to form

e Place the camera in a plastic bag and seal it, and then wait until the camera

has reached the ambient temperature.

Be careful of condensation under the following conditions

e When moving the camera suddenly from a cold place to a warm place. e When the ambient temperature changes drastically, such as when a heater

is turned on to quickly heat the room.

e When the camera is placed in the path of cool air from an air conditioner. e When the camera is placed in a location of high humidity.

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FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR CAMER (continued)

iiii Caution concerning undesired interference

e The camera may create undesired interference if used close to a television

or radio. To avoid this type of interference, make sure the cores on the supplied cables are not removed.

Dedicated USB interface cable Dedicated AV interface cable

Core

iiii Caution concerning magnetism

e Do not place credit cards, bank cards, floppy disks, or other items that may

be damaged by magnetic fields near the speaker. Data may be lost or the magnetic strips on cards may be damaged.

iiii Cautions concerning data storage

e It is recommended that any important data be copied onto a separate media

(such as a hard disk, MO disk, or CD-R disk).

e Stored data may be lost (or corrupted) in cases such as those listed below.

Sanyo Electric will not be held responsible for any damage or lost profits arising from the loss of data.

d If the card is used incorrectly. d If the card is not inserted correctly into the camera. d If the card is subjected to electrical or mechanical shocks or other

forces.

d If the card is removed from the camera or if the camera is turned off

during reading or writing operations.

d If the card has reached the end of its usable life.

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iiii Cautions when handling the cards

e The cards are precision devices. Do not bend, drop, or subject them to

strong forces or shocks.

e Avoid using or storing the cards in places with extremely high or low

temperatures, subject to direct sunlight, in a completely closed vehicle, near air conditioners or heaters, or in humid or dusty locations.

e Avoid using or storing the cards in locations where strong static electrical

charges or electrical noise can be easily generated.

e Do not allow the edges of the cards to become contaminated with foreign

materials. Gently wipe away any contamination with a soft, dry cloth.

e Do not carry the cards in trouser pockets, as the cards may become

damaged when you sit down or make other movements that may apply forces.

e Before using a new card or a card that was used in other equipment, be

sure to format it using the camera (see “FORMATTING A CARD” on page

122).

e When buying commercially available products, carefully read the

instructions and warnings that come with the card.

iiii Caution concerning high temperatures

e During shooting, when the internal temperature of the camera becomes

high, the \ icon will appear on the LCD monitor. When the \ icon

appears, it is still possible to capture and play back images for a while. However, if the temperature rises further, it will become impossible to record (although playback will still be possible). In this case, discontinue shooting as soon as possible, and wait until the temperature falls before using the camera again.

e Note that particularly when shooting video clips, soon after the \ icon

appears, the remaining shooting time indication will appear, and when that figure becomes 0, further shooting is impossible.

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