Sanyo VPC-E2100 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VPC-E2100

Digital Camera

14 Mega Pixels

Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera. Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference.

Table of Contents

Preface ........................................................................................................	3
About this Manual ..................................................................................	3
Safety and Handling Precautions..............................................................	3
FCC Information.....................................................................................	6
Declaration of Conformity........................................................................	7
Canadian ICES-003 Information...............................................................	7
Trademark Information ...........................................................................	7
Read this First........................................................................................	7
Symbols Used in this Manual ...................................................................	8
Introduction .................................................................................................	9
System Requirements .............................................................................	9
Main Features ........................................................................................	9
Package Contents.................................................................................	10
Camera Views......................................................................................	11
Camera Buttons ...................................................................................	13
Navigation Control................................................................................	14
Camera Memory...................................................................................	15
Getting Started...........................................................................................	15
Attach the Camera Strap.......................................................................	15
Inserting an SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card.............................................	16
Turning the Power On and Off...............................................................	17
Initial Settings......................................................................................	17
Modes .................................................................................................	17
Using the LCD monitor ................................................................................	18
LCD Monitor Layout..............................................................................	18
Changing the LCD Monitor Display.........................................................	22
Recording Images, Videos and Voices...........................................................	22
Taking Images .....................................................................................	22
Setting the Zoom Control ......................................................................	23
Using Flash..........................................................................................	24
Setting the Focus Mode ........................................................................	24
Using the Function Menu ......................................................................	25
Recording Videos..................................................................................	26
Mode dial ............................................................................................	30
Using Voices Recording.........................................................................	37
Using the Record Menu.........................................................................	40
Playback ....................................................................................................	45
Viewing in Single Navigation..................................................................	45
Viewing Thumbnails .............................................................................	45
Zooming images...................................................................................	46
Playing Videos......................................................................................	46
Playing Voice Recording ........................................................................	47
Playing Voice Memo..............................................................................	47
Deleting an Image/Video/Audio.............................................................	48
Playback Menu.....................................................................................	48
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Using the Setup Menu.................................................................................	57
Setting Sounds.....................................................................................	57
Setting Power Save...............................................................................	57
Setting LCD Save..................................................................................	57
Setting Date & Time .............................................................................	58
Setting Language .................................................................................	58
Setting File Numbering .........................................................................	58
Setting TV Out .....................................................................................	58
Setting LCD Brightness .........................................................................	59
Setting Battery Type .............................................................................	59
Setting Memory Kit...............................................................................	59
Reset All..............................................................................................	59
Making Connections ....................................................................................	60
Connecting the Camera to a TV.............................................................	60
Connecting the Camera to a PC .............................................................	60
Connecting the Camera to a Printer .......................................................	62
Setting the Print Mode Menu .................................................................	63
Appendix....................................................................................................	64
About Folder and File Names.................................................................	64
Troubleshooting..........................................................................................	64
Specifications .............................................................................................	65
Battery Life..........................................................................................	66
SAFETY MANUAL.........................................................................................	67

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Preface

About this Manual

This manual is designed to assist you in using your new digital camera. All information presented is as accurate as possible but is subject to change without notice.

Copyright

This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer.

© Copyright 2011

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.

•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

Warning: A shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to radio and television reception. Use only shielded cable to connect I/O devices to this equipment. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void your warranty and service agreement.

Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

•This device may not cause harmful interference.

•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Trademark Recognition

Windows XP/Vista/Win7 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation System. All other companies or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Safety and Handling Precautions

Camera Information

•Do not take apart or attempt to service the camera yourself.

•Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures.

•Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm temperatures.

•Do not touch the camera lens.

•Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods.

•Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the product. Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth.

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Safety Instructions

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

Warning

Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.

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

Do not use the camera in areas near water.

This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain, snow, on the beach, or near the shore.

Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.

This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing injury.

Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.

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

Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a vehicle.

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

Handle the camera strap with care

Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child.

Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause suffocation.

Caution

Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or -) of the terminals.

Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the batteries rupturing or leaking.

Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.

This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.

Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.

This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.

A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use excessive force when handling the camera.

This might cause damage to the camera.

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

This might cause fire or electric shock.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.

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

Warning:

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

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For American Users

The following advisory is included in accordance with the laws of the State of California (USA): WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects

or other reproductive harm.

•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 designated 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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try

to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

*Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

*Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

*Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

•Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

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For EU Users

The symbol mark and recycling systems described below apply to EU countries and do not apply to countries in other areas of the world.

Your SANYO product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and/or reused.

The symbol mark means that electrical and electronic equipment, batteries and accumulators, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your household waste.

Note:

If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol mark, this chemical symbol means that the batteries or accumulator contains a heavy metal at a certain concentration. This will be indicated as follows: Hg: mercury, Cd: cadmium, Pb: lead

In the European Union there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic equipment, batteries and accumulators.

Please, dispose of them correctly at your local community waste collection/recycling centre. Please, help us to conserve the environment we live in!

Manufacturer and Address

SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.

5-5, Keihan-hondori, 2-chome,

Moriguchi City, Osaka, Japan

Authorized Representative and Address

SANYO Sales & Marketing Europe GmbH

Stahlgruberring 4, D-81829 Munich, Germany

FCC Information

Tested To Comply with FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

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Declaration of Conformity

Model number: VPC-E2100 Trade name: SANYO

Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY

Address: 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311 Telephone No.: [phone]

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following 2 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.

Canadian ICES-003 Information

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Trademark Information

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

•Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

•SD™ is a trademark.

•SDHC™ is a trademark.

•SDXC™ is a trademark.

•Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Read this First

Notice:

•Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This includes primary product specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s manual. This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product.

•The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products very often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, memory cards, cables, pouches, and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.

•The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual design of your camera.

•The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual.

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Battery Information

•Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery.

•Use only the provided batteries or type of battery and charger that came with your camera. Using other types of battery or charger may damage the equipment and invalidate the warranty.

•When using Li-ion battery in this product, ensure that they are inserted correctly. Inserting the battery upside down can cause damage to the product and possibly cause an explosion.

•When the camera is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for the camera body to feel warm.

•Download all pictures and remove the battery from the camera if you are going to store the camera for a long period of time.

•The type of battery and the battery power level may cause the lens to be stuck up. Ensure you use the correct battery type and use a fully charged battery.

•Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Before capturing those important shots, be sure to first take a test shot to confirm that your camera is set up and ready to go.

•Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any problems resulting from the use of this camera.

•Sanyo Electric declines all responsible for damages due to improper use of the camera, failure to adhere to the instructions given in this manual, or repairs or changes done by those other than a technician authorized by the manufacturer.

•Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any damage caused by optional devices or consumable items used with the camera other than those supplied with the camera or those specified by Sanyo Electric.

•Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses or loss of revenue resulting from the loss of data caused by the malfunction, or the repairing of a malfunction, of the camera.

•The images captured with this camera will differ in quality from pictures taken with a standard film camera.

Symbols Used in this Manual

Symbols used in this manual are explained below:

This indicates useful information when using your camera.

This indicates important message that should be read before using the function.

You may find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera operation in the sections "Troubleshooting" on page 64.

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera.

Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera.

System Requirements

In order to get the most out of your camera, your computer must meet the following system requirements:

For Windows:

•Windows XP/Vista/Win7

•Processor: Pentium II 450MHz or above

•Memory: 512MB or above

•HDD space: 200MB or above

•16bit color display monitor

•Microsoft DirectX 9.0C

•USB port and CD-ROM drive

For Macintosh:

•Power Mac G3 or later

•Mac OS 10.3.X (X=0~9) ~ 10.6.6 or later

•Memory: 512MB or above

•Q. Time player ver. 6.0.3 or above

•USB port and CD-ROM drive

Main Features

•14 mega pixels resolution

•Up to 21x optical zoom and 5x digital zoom

•3.0 inch color LCD monitor

•128MB internal flash memory with optional external SD/SDHC/SDXC card

•Supports up to 4GB of SD card, and up to 32GB of SDHC card and to 64GB of SDXC card

•Easy-to-use button interface

•DCF, DPOF, PictBridge compatibility

•Slideshow to review still images

•A/V output to view your images, videos and audio on your TV

•USB port to transfer images, videos and audio to your PC

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Package Contents

Please check the contents of your camera package. It should contain:

Digital camera

AA battery x 4 pcs

Strap

USB cable

CD-ROM

Quick Start Guide

Lens cover

Lens Strap

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Camera Views

Front View

1. Self-timer LED/

AF Assist Lamp

2. Microphone

3. Lens

Back View

4. LCD monitor

5. LED indicator

6. Movie button

7. Playback button

8. OK button/4-way navigation control

9. Function/Delete

button

10. Menu button

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Top View

11.	Flash
12.	Zoom lever
13.	Shutter button
14.	ON/OFF
	(Power button)
15.	Mode dial

Bottom View

16. Battery/Memory card compartment

17. Tripod screw hole

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Right View

18. Strap ring

Left View

19. Strap ring

20. Speaker

21. USB AV/Out

Camera Buttons

Your camera is equipped with different buttons for ease of use.

	Button		Description
	Power		Press the Power button to turn the power on/off.
	Shutter	Press to capture an image or start/stop recording audio clip.
			In photo and movie mode, spin the Zoom lever to left to zoom out, right to zoom in.
	Zoom lever		In Playback mode, spin to zoom in to magnify image or zoom out enter 9-image/calendar
			thumbnails.
	Menu	Press to enter or exit menu/submenu.
	Function/Delete		In Photo mode, press to enter function menu.
			In Playback mode, press to delete an image, video or audio clip.
	Mode dial	There are 8 recording modes can be set. Once turning the mode dial, it enters the
		selected mode immediately even in Playback mode or during movie recording.
	Playback		Press to enable Playback mode or return Record mode.
	Movie	Press to start/stop recording video.
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Navigation Control

The 4-way Navigation Control and the OK button allow you to access the various menus available from the On Screen Display (OSD). You can configure a wide range of settings to ensure maximum results from your images and videos. Further functions of these buttons are as follows:

No. Description

1 Face Tracking/Rotate Button

2 Macro Button

3 Display Button

4 Flash Button

5OK Button

	Button				Description
	OK			1.	Confirm a selection when using the OSD menus.
				2.	In Playback Movie/Audio mode, press to Start video or audio playback.
			1.		In Photo Mode, press to scroll through the flash mode options.
					(Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync and Forced Off)
Flash/Right			2.		In Playback mode, press to view the next image, video or audio clip.
			3.		In playback Movie mode, press to Forward video playback.
			4.		In Menu, press to enter the submenu or to navigate through the menu
					selections.
				1.	In Photo Mode, press to scroll through Macro options. (Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity
					and normal)
	Macro/Left			2.	In Playback mode, press to view the previous image, video or audio clip.
				3.	In Playback movie mode, press to Rewind video playback.
				4.	In Menu, press to exit a submenu or to navigate through the menu selections.
			1.		In Photo Mode, press to turn the face tracking function on and off.
Up/Face Tracking/			2.		Playing Video/Audio file, press to Pause/Start video or audio playback.
			3.		In Playback photo mode, press to rotate the image clockwise 90 degrees by each
Rotate					press of the button. This feature is applicable for still images only.
			4.		In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu selections.
				1.	The LCD monitor can be changed into 4 different types such as Basic, Full, None
	Display/Down				and Guideline.
				2.	Playing Video/Audio file, press to stop video/audio playback.
				3.	In Menu, press to navigate through the menu and submenu selections.

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Camera Memory

Internal memory

Your camera is equipped with 128MB of internal memory. Users can store files up to 108MB. If there is no memory card inserted in the memory card slot, all images, videos and audio clips recorded are automatically stored in the internal memory.

External storage

Your camera supports SD cards of up to 4GB in size. It also supports SDHC cards with a maximum capacity of 32GB. Then also supports SDXC cards with a maximum capacity of 64GB. If there is a storage card inserted in the memory slot, the camera automatically saves all images, videos and audio clips in the

external storage card. The icon indicates the camera is using SD card.

Not all cards may be compatible with your camera. When purchasing a card, please check the card's specifications and take the camera with you.

Getting Started

Attach the Camera Strap

1.Pass the strap through the strap ring by outside.

2.Then pass it through the buckle as the inner loop like the illustration.

3.Put the strap in the strap holder.

4.Take up the slack and make sure the strap is tight from the buckle.

Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that child do not hang the strap around their neck.

1. Make sure the power is off before inserting the battery.

2.Unlock and open the battery/memory card compartment at the bottom of the camera.

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3.Insert the batteries into the compartment with the terminal facing inside the camera with correct orientation as shown.

4.Close and lock the battery/memory card compartment.

Inserting an SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card

Expand your camera’s storage by using SD, SDHC or SDXC memory cards.

5.Unlock and open the Battery/memory card compartment at the bottom of the camera.

6.Insert the SD/SDHC/SDXC card into the memory card slot with the metallic part facing the back side of the camera.

7.Push the SD/SDHC/SDXC card into the memory slot until it clicks into place.

8.Close and lock the Battery/memory card compartment.

To remove the SD/SDHC/SDXC card

1.Unlock and open the battery/memory card compartment.

2.Gently push the card until it pops out.

3.Pull out the card carefully.

Windows XP is not support SDXC card (exFAT format). But in Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or 3), you can download exFAT patch update to support SDXC card.

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Turning the Power On and Off

There are two ways to turn on the camera:

•The startup image displays briefly and the startup sound plays if enabled. The zoom lens extends and the camera is turned on in Record mode.

•The camera is turned on in Playback mode. The zoom lens is not extended.

To turn off the camera, press the Power button.

See "Modes" on page 17 to know more about Record and Playback mode.

Please remove the lens cover before doing Power on.

Initial Settings

When you turn on your camera for the first time, you will be asked to do the initial settings of your camera. First is the setup of language menu. Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor.

Setting the Language

1.Press , , or to move through the selection.

2.Select a language, and then press OK to apply.

Setting the Date & Time

1.Press or to move through the selection.

2.Press or keys to change the value for the date and time.

3.Press OK to apply.

4.If necessary, press to close the menu.

Now, you are ready to start taking images and videos.

Holding down or keys to change the values continuously.

Modes

Your camera has three modes:

Record Mode

This is the default mode while you turn on the camera every time. You are able to take images and record audio clips in this mode.

Playback mode

Press the Playback button after the camera is turned on to view and edit captured images or playback videos and audio clips. The recording of voice memo attached to images is available in this mode.

Movie mode

Press the Movie button after the camera is start/stop recording video in this mode.

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Using the LCD monitor

The LCD monitor shows all important information regarding camera settings as well as the visual image of your image or video. The display on the LCD monitor is called the On Screen Display or OSD.

LCD Monitor Layout

Photo Mode Screen Layout

No.	Item		Description
1	Record Mode		Indicates the current mode.
2	Flash		Indicates flash settings.
3	Self-timer		Indicates drive mode settings.
4	Zoom indicator		Displays zoom.
5	Shots remaining		Indicates the remaining shots available.
6	Battery		Indicates battery level.
7	Storage media		Indicates current storage media in use.
8	Date stamp		Indicates date stamp is enabled.
9	Movie size		Indicates movie size.
10	Stabilizer		Indicates stabilizer function is enabled.
11	Saturation		Displays saturation settings.
12	Contrast		Displays contrast settings.
13	Histogram		Graphic display of Brightness.
14	ISO		Displays ISO settings.
15	Focus area		Indicates focus area.
16	Shutter speed		Displays shutter speed settings.
17	Aperture value		Displays aperture settings.
18	Shake warning		Indicates that the camera is shaking.
19	Focus		Indicates focus is enabled.
20	Exposure		Displays exposure settings.
21	Face tracking		Indicates face tracking is enabled.
22	White balance		Displays white balance settings.
23	Metering		Displays metering settings.
24	Sharpness		Displays sharpness settings.
25	Quality		Displays quality settings.
26	Photo size		Displays photo size settings.
27	AF lamp		Indicates AF lamp is enabled.
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Movie Mode Screen Layout

Recording Layout

	No.						Description

1 Displays the commands on 4-way Navigation Control button

2

Recorded time

Displays recorded time.

3 Indicates recording status.

Playback Mode Screen Layout

The Playback mode display varies depending on the type of image being viewed.

Playback mode display of still images:

	No.		Item			Description
	1		Playback mode			Indicates playback mode.
	2		Protect			Indicates file is protected.
	3		Voice memo			Indicates voice memo is attached.
	4		Button intro		Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a video or audio file.
	5		File no./Total no.			Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage card.
	6		Battery			Indicates battery level.
	7		Storage media			Indicates used storage memory.
	8		Recording			Displays recording information of the file.
			information
	9		DPOF			Indicates the file is marked for printing.
	10		Image Size		Displays the image size settings.
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Playback mode of videos:

No.

Description

1 Indicates playback mode.

2

Protect

Indicates file is protected.

3 Indicates the file is a video.

	4		Button intro				Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a video or audio
							file.
	5						Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage
							card.
	6		Battery				Indicates battery level.

7 Indicates used storage memory.

8	Recording date & time Displays the date and time of the video clip.

9 Indicates the size of the video clip.

	10		Volume				Indicates the volume while playing.
	11						Display the total length of the video clip.
	12		Played time			Indicates the played time of the video.
	13						Displays playing status.
	14		Capture image				Capture the screenshot and save.

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Playback mode of audio clips:

	No.			Item			Description
	1			Playback mode			Indicates playback mode.
	2		Protect				Indicates file is protected.
	3			Button intro			Indicates the button to press on the camera to play a video or audio file.
	4		File no./Total no.				Indicates the file number over the total number of files in the storage card.
	5			Battery			Indicates battery level.
	6		Storage media			Indicates used storage memory.
	7			Recording			Displays recording information of the file.
				information
	8		Volume				Indicates volume settings.
	9			Audio length			Display the total length of the audio clip.
	10		Played time			Indicates played time.
	11			Playing status			Displays playing status.

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Changing the LCD Monitor Display

The type of information displayed on the LCD monitor can be changed using the button. Press the button repeatedly to change the LCD display from one type to another. In Photo Mode, the LCD display can be changed into any of the following:

•Basic

•Full

•None

•Guideline

•The OSD information may vary depending on the record mode type.

•The following icons, if enabled, are still displayed on the LCD even when OSD off or Guide lines on: AEB, Face tracking, AF lamp, Drive mode, and Focus.

•Use the "Guide lines" to properly set image for capture.

In Playback mode, the LCD display can be changed into any of the following:

•Basic

•Full

•None

LCD display cannot be changed in the following situations:

•Adjusting Aperture value/Shutter speed under Manual exposure mode.

•Adjusting Aperture value under Aperture Priority mode.

•Adjusting Shutter speed under Shutter Priority mode.

•Recording video or audio clips

•Playing video or audio clips

•Playing slideshow

Recording Images, Videos and Voices

Taking Images

Now that you are familiar with your camera, you are now ready to take your images. Taking images with your camera is very simple.

1.Turn on the camera by pressing the Power button.

2.Frame the shot using the focus bracket on the LCD monitor. See illustration on the right.

3.Pressing the Shutter button down halfway automatically focuses and adjusts the exposure, and pressing the Shutter button down fully captures the images.

When the shake warning icon appears, hold the camera steadily, with your arms at your side or use a tripod to stabilize the camera to prevent blurred images.

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Setting the Zoom Control

Using a combination of 21 times optical zoom and 5 times digital zoom permits zoom photography at up to 105 times magnification. While the digital zoom can be a useful feature, the more an image is enlarged (zoomed), the more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear. Please refer to "Setting the Digital Zoom" on page 43 on how to setup digital zoom.

To adjusts the optical zoom:

1.Spin the Zoom lever to zoom in or zoom out an image.

2.The zoom indicator appears on the LCD monitor.

Zoom lever

1.Spin the lever clockwise (right) to zoom in.

2.Spin the lever counterclockwise (left) to zoom out.

To adjusts the digital zoom:

1.Activate digital zoom. See "Setting the Digital Zoom" on page 43.

2.Spin the Zoom lever clockwise/counterclockwise optically zooms in/out to the maximum until it stops.

3.Release the Zoom lever.

Optical zoom 1X to 21X

Digital zoom 1X to 5X

Digital zoom is not activated in recording videos

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