Sanyo VPC-J2EX, VPC-J2 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Digital Camera

VPC-J2EX VPC-J2

Important note

This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-J2EX and VPC-J2.

Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such.

Please read these instructions carefully before using the digital camera. Make sure to read and understand the section “USING YOUR DIGITAL 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

i 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:

h Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

h Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

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

Tested to Comply with FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Declaration of Conformity

Model number: VPC-J2 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 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.

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FOR CANADIAN USERS

i 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 digital camera right away, given below is an outline of the fundamental operation, from setup to shooting to playback.

SETUP

1 Charge the battery pack (see pages 27 and

33).

2 Install the battery pack (see page 28).

3 Install the SD Memory Card*1 (see page 28). 4 Format the SD Memory Card (see page

151). NOTE

i 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 16MB SD Memory Card is supplied with this camera.

i Be sure to format the SD Memory Card with this digital camera before using it. A card that is not formatted using the digital camera may interfere with the operation of your camera.

SHOOTING

1 Take photos in the BASIC operation mode.*2 h See “SHOOTING IN THE BASIC MODE” on

page 50.

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PLAYBACK

i See “View the image just captured (preview display)” on page 40.

i See “PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES” on page 73.

i See “PLAYING BACK SEQUENTIAL SHOTS” on page 75.

i See “PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS” on page 76.

* 1: About the SD Memory Card

This digital camera can use either an SD Memory Card or a Multi Media Card for data storage. This manual is written with the premise that SD Memory Cards are used. In this manual, SD Memory Card and Multi Media Card are both referred to as “card”.

* 2: Shooting in the BASIC mode

In the BASIC mode, the Scene Select function—whereby simply by selecting one from a short list of shooting conditions, the suitable settings are automatically completed—is available. Also, only the necessary shooting settings are displayed, making it easy even for the novice photographer to enjoy using this digital camera.

Symbols used in this manual

HINT Points that may prove useful when using the digital camera.

NOTE Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay attention to.

CAUTION Points that require special attention.

(see page xx) Refer to the page indicated for detailed information.

You may find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera operation in the sections “COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS” (page 173) and “TROUBLESHOOTING” (page 184).

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CONTENTS
OUTLINE OF OPERATION ...................................................................	1
USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY ..........	7
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES ....................................	25
QUICK START FOR CAPTURING IMAGES .......................................	27
PREPARATION
PARTS NAMES ...................................................................................	31
RECHARGING THE BATTERY PACK ................................................	33
TURNING THE POWERON/OFF ........................................................	35
FUNDAMENTAL SHOOTING
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES .............................................................	37
USING THE AUTOFOCUS ..................................................................	39
SETTING THE SHOOTING MODE .....................................................	41
CAPTURING STILL IMAGES ..............................................................	42
SEQUENTIAL SHOTS .........................................................................	43
VIDEO CLIPS ......................................................................................	49
BASIC MODE PHOTOGRAPHY
SHOOTING IN THE BASIC MODE ......................................................	50
SCENE SELECT FUNCTION ..............................................................	59
RESOLUTION SETTING .....................................................................	61
SELF-TIMER ........................................................................................	63
FOCUS RANGE SETTING (DISTANCE) .............................................	65
FRAME RATE SETTING .....................................................................	66
OTHER SHOOTING FUNCTIONS ......................................................	67

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BASIC MODE PLAYBACK
SETTING THE PLAYBACK MODE ......................................................	72
PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES ..........................................................	73
PLAYING BACK SEQUENTIAL SHOTS ..............................................	75
PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS ............................................................	76
ABOUT THE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREEN .....................................	78
VOLUME ADJUSTMENT .....................................................................	81
IMAGE PROTECT MODE (PREVENT ACCIDENTAL ERASURE) ......	82
ERASING DATA ...................................................................................	83
MAGNIFYING (ZOOMING IN) THE IMAGE .........................................	86
OPTION FUN MODE
ABOUT THE OPTION FUN MODE SCREEN ......................................	87
RECORDING AND PLAYING BACK SOUNDS ...................................	89
PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES AND VIDEO CLIPS IN
A SLIDESHOW ................................................................................	93

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CONTENTS
EXPERT MODE PHOTOGRAPHY
ABOUT THE EXPERT MODE SHOOTING SETTING SCREENS	...... 94
COMPRESSION RATE SETTING .....................................................	101
FOCUS AREA SETTING ...................................................................	103
LIGHT-MEASURING MODE SETTING .............................................	104
WHITE BALANCE SETTING .............................................................	105
ISO SENSITIVITY SETTING .............................................................	107
ZOOM SETTINGS .............................................................................	108
EXPOSURE CORRECTION ..............................................................	110
ADDING A VOICE MEMO .................................................................	111
FLICKER-REDUCTION SETTING (VIDEO CLIP SHOOTING
ONLY) ............................................................................................	112
SHOOTING SETTING INFORMATION DISPLAY (SHOOTING
INFO SCREEN) .............................................................................	113
EXPERT MODE PLAYBACK
ABOUT THE EXPERT MODE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREENS ....	115
SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK .................................................................	117
CHANGING IMAGE SIZE (RESIZE) (STILL IMAGES ONLY) ...........	118
ROTATING AN IMAGE ......................................................................	120
PRINT SETTINGS (DPOF SETTINGS) (STILL IMAGES ONLY) ......	121
ADDING A VOICE MEMO (STILL IMAGES AND SEQUENTIAL
SHOTS ONLY) ..............................................................................	128
COPYING IMAGES (SEQUENTIAL SHOTS, VIDEO CLIPS ONLY) . 130
IMAGE INFORMATION DISPLAY (PLAYBACK INFO SCREEN) .....	131

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OPTION SETTING MODE
ABOUT THE OPTION SETTING MODE SCREEN ............................	133
DATE AND TIME SETTING ...............................................................	135
OPERATION SOUNDS SETTING ......................................................	139
GUIDANCE FUNCTIONS ...................................................................	141
LANGUAGE ........................................................................................	142
TV SYSTEM SETTING .......................................................................	143
POWER SAVE SETTING ...................................................................	144
ASSIGNING FILE NAMES .................................................................	146
LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS ..........................................................	148
SETTING THE USB ............................................................................	149
RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS ............................................	150
FORMATTING A CARD .....................................................................	151
CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY ...............................	153
CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE ..............	155
OTHER FUNCTIONS
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER .....................................	157
DIRECT-PRINT (PictBridge PRINT) ...................................................	162
CONNECTING TO A TV .....................................................................	171
APPENDICES
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ...................................................	173
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................	184
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................	192

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CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA

WARNING

kIf the digital camera makes a strange noise, emits a strange odor, or if smoke comes out from it, immediately turn off the power and remove the batteries.

iIf the digital 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 digital camera. Then take it to the dealer for service. Do not try to repair or open the digital camera yourself.

kDo not modify or open the cabinet

iHigh 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.

k Do not use while driving

i Do not capture images, play back images, or watch the LCD monitor while driving a vehicle. Doing so may cause an accident.

i Be careful where you put down the digital camera inside an automobile. During sudden stops or turns it may fall behind the brake pedal and prevent braking.

k Be aware of your surroundings when using the digital camera

i Pay close attention to your surroundings when using the digital camera. Failure to do so may lead to an accident or injury.

i When using the digital camera while walking, be very careful of your surroundings and especially the traffic to avoid accidents.

i Do not use the digital camera inside an airplane or elsewhere where its use may be restricted.

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kDo not get the digital camera wet

i This digital camera is not water-resistant. Do not allow

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

i Do not use the digital camera in a bathroom.

i If the digital camera gets wet, immediately turn it off and remove the battery pack. Then take it to a dealer for repair. Using the digital camera after it has been become wet may cause a fire, electric shock, or other accident.

kDo not use during a storm

iTo avoid the risk of being struck by lightning, do not use the digital 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.

k Do not place on an unstable surface

i The digital camera may fall, resulting in damage to the digital camera or injury.

i If the digital 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 digital camera after its body has been damaged may cause a fire or electric shock.

k Do not look through the digital camera into the sun

i Do not look through the digital camera at the sun or any other strong source of light. Doing so may seriously injure your eyes.

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

i 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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(CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA)

WARNING

kDo not use where there is risk of explosion

iDo not use the digital 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.

kKeep the digital camera out of the reach of children i The following may happen if children play with the digital

camera:

h They may wrap the strap around their neck and suffocate.

h They may swallow the battery pack or other small parts. In such a case, consult a physician immediately. h They may damage their eyesight if the flash goes off

too close to their eyes.

h They may get hurt by the digital camera.

CAUTION

kCautions when carrying the digital camera

iDo not walk around holding the digital camera by the handstrap. It may hit other objects and get damaged. When walking around, hold the digital camera in your

hand or place it in a pocket.

i Be careful not to drop the digital camera or subject it to strong shocks.

i Make sure direct sunlight does not hit the digital camera lens, as that may damage the internal parts. When not using the digital camera, be sure to always turn it off and close the lens cover.

kIf the digital camera is not going to be used for a long period of time

i 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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kCautions during use and storage

iThis digital camera is a precision instrument. When using or storing the digital camera, make sure to avoid the following locations to avoid damage.

h Places in direct sunlight

h Places where humidity and temperature are high h Places that may get wet

h Places close to an air conditioner or heater h Inside a car

h Places where there is dust and dirt h Places where there is a fire burning

h Places where volatile products are stored h Places subject to vibration

Operating environment
i Temperature	0 to 40°C (operation)
	–20 to 60°C (storage)
i Humidity	30 to 90%	(operation, no condensation)
	10 to 90%	(storage, no condensation)

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Concerning the supplied battery pack charger (Model VAR-L10)

DANGER

k Risk of electric shock. Use only in a dry location.

kDo not recharge battery packs that are not Lithium-ion battery packs (Model DB-L10)

iDo not use the supplied battery pack charger to

recharge a battery pack other than the supplied Lith- ium-ion battery pack (DB-L10). 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.

k Use a 100 to 240 V AC power supply

i If used with a power supply other than the one specified, it may cause a fire or electric shock.

k Do not disassemble or modify the battery pack charger

i It is dangerous to touch the inside of the battery pack charger. Doing so may cause a fire or electric shock.

i Do not use the battery pack charger as a direct current generator.

k Do not get the battery pack charger wet

i Make sure the battery pack charger does not get wet, as doing so may cause a fire or electric shock.

i Do not use the battery pack charger in a bathroom.

i If the battery pack 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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kCautions when plugging in the battery pack charger i Securely plug the power cord all the way into the

power outlet when using the battery pack charger. If the battery pack charger is used with the power cord not fully plugged in, heat may be generated and cause

a fire.

iIf the power cord is damaged, or cannot be correctly plugged into the power outlet, do not use the battery pack charger. Using the battery pack charger in this condition may cause a fire or electric shock.

i 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.

i When unplugging the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug 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.

k Do not pull on the power cord to unplug it

i Do not leave the power cord plugged into the power outlet while the other end is not plugged into the battery pack charger. The loose end can cause electrocution if touched with wet hands or if handled by children.

i Use only the power cord supplied with the battery pack charger. If a different power cord is used, it may be rated for a different current load, and that may cause a fire.

i The supplied power cord is for exclusive use with the supplied battery pack charger. Do not use it with other devices, as doing so may cause a fire or electric shock.

i Do not use a bundled power cord, as the heat generated may cause a fire.

i 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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Concerning the supplied battery pack charger (Model VAR-L10) (continued)

DANGER

k Keep the battery pack charger out of the reach of children

i 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.

k If smoke or a strange odor is emitted, or if strange noises are heard, immediately unplug the power cord from the power outlet

i If the battery pack charger is used under these condi-

tions, it make cause a fire or electric shock. i If strange conditions such as these occur, immediately

unplug the battery pack charger, 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 battery pack charger yourself.

kDo not handle with wet hands

i Handling the battery pack charger with wet hands may

cause an electric shock.

k Do not use during a storm

i Do not touch the battery pack charger or power cord while it is plugged into a power outlet during a thunderstorm. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

k Unplug the power cord from the power outlet when finished i If the battery pack charger is left plugged into the

power outlet for a long period of time, there is a risk of fire.

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CAUTION

kDo not damage the power cord

iDo 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.

i If the power cord is damaged, or if it does not plug properly into the battery pack charger or wall outlet, contact the place of purchase.

k Do not place on an unstable surface

i The battery pack charger may fall, causing injury or damage.

i If the battery pack charger falls and the charger 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 damages.

k Operating and storage conditions

i Do not use close to a heat source (close to a stove or heater) or leave it exposed to direct sunlight.

Operating environment

i Temperature	0 to 40°C (charging)
	–20 to 60°C (storage)
i Humidity	10 to 85% (charging and storage)

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Concerning the Lithium-ion battery pack (Model DB-L10)

DANGER

This camera uses a Lithium-ion battery pack (Model DB-L10).

NL	Batterij niet
	weggooien, maar
	inleveren als KCA.

k 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.

i Continued use of the battery pack under any of these conditions may result in fire, injury, explosion or other serious damage.

i 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.

k Do not transform, take apart, or modify.

i 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.

k Do not connect the (+) and (–) terminals with a wire or other metal implement. Do not carry loose or keep with necklaces, hairpins, etc.

i 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.

k Do not throw the battery pack in the fire or subject it to heat

i 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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k Do not drop, hit, or submit the battery pack to strong shocks i 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 gen-

erate heat.

kDo not allow the battery pack to come into contact

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

iIf 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.

k Cautions regarding the correct environment for using and storing the battery pack

i Temperature when using or recharging: 0 to 40°C

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).

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.

Avoid storing the battery pack with it near full charge. It is recommended to store the battery pack when it is near fully discharged.

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.

i Storage temperature: –10°C to 30°C

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.

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

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Concerning the Lithium-ion battery pack (Model DB-L10) (continued)

DANGER

kB Use only the supplied battery pack charger (Model VAR-L10) i 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.

k Use the battery pack only in the specified device i 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.

kDo not peel or damage the outer case

iDamaging 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.

k If the battery pack is leaking and the electrolyte

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

k Insert the battery pack correctly, as specified

i When installing the battery pack in the charger or camera, pay attention to the indicated polarity ((+) and (–)), and insert it correctly.

i 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

k Always stop the recharging after the prescribed recharge time, even if the battery pack is not fully charged.

i 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.

k Keep out of the reach of children.

i They may handle the battery pack in an unforeseeable manner that results in damage.

CAUTION

k Charge the battery pack before using it

i 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.

k Note concerning the battery pack after use

i The battery pack may be warm immediately after the digital camera is used. If removing the battery pack, turn off the digital camera and allow the battery pack to cool down before removing it.

k Recycling the battery pack

i 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.

i If disposing of the battery pack as unburnable trash, please follow all applicable regulations of your area.

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Concerning the accessories

CAUTION

kCautions concerning the use of the AC adapter

iUse only the separately sold AC adapter (model VAR-G6EX for the VPCJ2EX, model VAR-G6E for the VPC-J2EX [for U.K.] and model VAR-G6U for the VPC-J2) with your digital camera. Do not use an AC adapter other than the one indicted here, designed for specific use with your digital cam-

era.

i If an AC adapter other than the specified one is used, it may damage the digital camera and cause a fire or electric shock.

i Normally when using an AC adapter, remove the battery pack. Otherwise the battery pack may cause excess heat, leakage, injury or damage to nearby objects.

i For complete information on how to use the AC adapter, refer to the instructions accompanying it.

kCautions concerning the card

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

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

i 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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kCautions before capturing important images

iBefore capturing important images, make sure that the digital camera is operating properly and in condition to capture the image properly.

i 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 digital camera, any of its accessories, or its software.

kCaution concerning copyrights

iThe images you capture with your digital camera are for your own private use; any other use may violate the rights of copyrights owners.

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k Cautions when cleaning the digital camera

Cleaning procedure

1Turn off the digital camera and remove the battery pack.

2Remove the dirt with a soft cloth.

3If the digital camera is extremely dirty, wipe with a soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent diluted with water and wrung dry.

Caution

i Do not use benzene or thinner products to clean the digital camera. Doing so may cause deformation, discoloration, or paint peeling. When using a chemically treated cloth, carefully read its instructions and warnings.

i Do not spray insecticides or volatile sprays on the digital camera. Do not let rubber or vinyl objects contact the digital camera for a long period. They may cause deformation, discoloration, or paint peeling.

k Caution concerning the battery pack

i 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.

k Caution when cleaning the lens

i If the lens gets dirty, use a commercially available air blower or a cleaning cloth for photographic equipment to clean it.

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CAUTION

k When not using the digital camera for a long period

i Remove the battery pack. However, when the battery pack is removed for a long time, the digital camera functions may begin to not work properly. Periodically reinstall the battery pack and check the digital camera functions.

i If the battery pack is left in the digital camera, a small amount of power is still used even if the digital camera is turned off. If the battery pack is left in the digital camera for a long period, it may become completely discharged and lose its ability to be recharged again.

kCautions concerning condensation

i Using the digital camera with condensation inside it may damage the digi-

tal camera.

If condensation seems likely to form

i Place the digital camera in a plastic bag and seal it, and then wait until the digital camera has reached the ambient temperature.

Be careful of condensation under the following conditions

i When moving the digital camera suddenly from a cold place to a warm place.

i When the ambient temperature changes drastically, such as when a heater is turned on to quickly heat the room.

i When the digital camera is placed in the path of cool air from an air conditioner.

i When the digital camera is placed in a location of high humidity. k Caution concerning undesired interference

i The digital 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 AV cable and USB interface cable are not removed.

Core	Core
Dedicated AV cable	Dedicated USB interface cable

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k Caution concerning magnetism

i 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.

Speaker

k Cautions concerning data storage

i It is recommended that any important data be copied onto a separate media (such as a hard disk, MO disk, or CD-R disk).

i 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.

h If the card is used incorrectly.

h If the card is not inserted correctly into the digital camera.

h If the card is subjected to electrical or mechanical shocks or other forces.

h If the card is removed from the digital camera or if the digital camera is turned off during reading or writing operations.

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

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FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR CAMERA (continued)

CAUTION

kCautions when handling the cards

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

strong forces or shocks.

i 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.

i Avoid using or storing the cards in locations where strong static electrical charges or electrical noise can be easily generated.

i Do not allow the edges of the cards to become contaminated with foreign materials. Gently wipe away any contamination with a soft, dry cloth.

i 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. i Before using a new card or a card that was used in other equipment, be sure to format it using the digital camera (see “FORMATTING A CARD” on

page 151).

i When buying commercially available products, carefully read the instructions and warnings that come with the card.

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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

i Handstrap

i Software: 1 CD-ROM

i Lithium-ion battery pack (bat-	i Lithium-ion battery pack
tery pack): 1	charger and power cord

i Dedicated AV cable: 1	i Dedicated USB interface
	cable: 1

i SD Memory Card (16MB): 1

i Soft case

Lock switch

Lock

Unlock

Contact end

h Recording (images and sounds) and erasing are inhibited (accidental erase protect function) when the tab is set to the LOCK position.

hThe card is normally used with the tab set to the unlocked position.

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ATTACHING THE HANDSTRAP

SOFT CASE

When not using the digital camera, keep it in the soft case for protection.

Media cards that can be used with this digital camera

The types of card that can be inserted into and used with this digital camera are:

i SD Memory Card

i Multi Media Card

What “card” means in this manual

i In this manual, SD Memory Cards and Multi Media Cards that can be used in this digital camera are referred to as “card”.

i The cards in the illustrations in this manual are SD Memory Cards, but all installation, removal, and formatting procedures are the same for both SD Memory Cards and Multi Media Cards.

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QUICK START FOR CAPTURING IMAGES

Recharging the battery pack

Before using the supplied battery pack in the camera, insert it into the charger.

1 Charge the battery pack.

h Insert it in the direction indicated by	Battery pack
the [n] mark on the battery pack.
2 Connect the supplied power cord to	n mark	To power
		outlet
the battery pack charger.
h Insert the connector straight and
securely.
3 Plug the power plug into a power
outlet (AC 100V to 240V).
h Recharging begins.	CHARGE indicator
h During recharge, the CHARGE indi-
cator is lit red.

4 When the CHARGE indicator lights green, unplug the power cord from the power outlet, and remove the battery pack from the charger.

HINT

i Please read the safety precautions regarding the battery pack (DB-L10) (see page 15) and the supplied battery pack charger (VAR-L10) (see page 11).

i The recharge time is approx. 120 minutes.

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