Sanyo XACTI VPC-C5E, XACTI VPC-C5EX, XACTI VPC-C5GX User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VPC-C5EX

Digital Movie Camera

VPC-C5E VPC-C5

VPC-C5GX

Important note

This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-C5EX, VPC-C5E, VPC-C5, and VPC-C5GX. Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such.

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 20. 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.

Wash hands after handling.

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.

i Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible

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

Declaration of Conformity

Model number: VPC-C5 Trade Name: SANYO 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 interfer-

ence 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 camera right away, given below is an outline of the basic operation, from setup to shooting to playback.

SETUP

1 Charge the battery pack (page 35). 2 Install the battery pack (page 37). 3 Install the SD Memory Card* (page 38). 4 Format the SD Memory Card (page 134).

CAUTION

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.

i 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 40). 2 Capture images.

h For shooting video clips, see page 47. h For shooting still photos, see page 49.

Please see the section “HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES” at the end of this manual (page 187). This section provides additional information to help you get the most out of your camera.

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PLAYBACK

1 Play back the images (page 55).

* About the SD Memory Card

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

Symbols used in this manual

HINT Points that may prove useful when

NOTE Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay

CAUTION Points that require special attention. (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 160) and “TROUBLESHOOTING” (page 167).

using the camera.

attention to.

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CONTENTS

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

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

FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR CAMERA ......................................... 21

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

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA ............................... 29

 PREPARATION

PARTS NAMES ................................................................................... 32

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK ..................................................... 35

INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK AND CARD ................................ 37

TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF ............................................. 40

OPERATION BUTTONS ...................................................................... 42

 BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING/RECORDING

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

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

BASIC SHOOTING FUNCTIONS ........................................................ 51

RECORDING AN AUDIO MEMO ......................................................... 53

PLAYBACK

VIEWING IMAGES .............................................................................. 55

VIEWING VIDEO CLIPS ...................................................................... 58

PLAYING BACK AUDIO MEMOS ........................................................ 60

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 SHOOTING SETTINGS PAGE 1 (BASIC SETTINGS)

DISPLAYING THE SHOOTING SETTING SCREENS .........................61

IMAGE QUALITY ..................................................................................67

SCENE SELECT ..................................................................................69

FILTERS ...............................................................................................71

FLASH SETTING ..................................................................................72

SELF-TIMER ........................................................................................74

PAGE 2 (ADVANCED SETTINGS)

MOTION COMPENSATION (IMAGE STABILIZER) .............................76

FOCUS RANGE ...................................................................................78

FOCUS AREA SETTING ......................................................................80

LIGHT-MEASURING MODE SETTING ................................................81

ISO SENSITIVITY .................................................................................82

WHITE BALANCE ................................................................................83

 PLAYBACK SETTINGS PAGE 1 (BASIC SETTINGS)

DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREENS .........................85

PLAYBACK MODE ...............................................................................89

VOLUME ...............................................................................................90

LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS ............................................................91

IMAGE PROTECT ................................................................................92

ERASING DATA ...................................................................................94

PAGE 2 (ADVANCED SETTINGS)

ROTATE IMAGE ...................................................................................96

EDITING VIDEO CLIPS ........................................................................97

PRINT SETTINGS ..............................................................................105

DISPLAYING IMAGE DATA (INFORMATION SCREEN) ..................112

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 CAMERA SETTINGS OPTION SETTINGS

DISPLAYING THE OPTION SCREEN ............................................... 113

DATE AND TIME ............................................................................... 115

OPERATION SOUNDS ..................................................................... 118

HELP DISPLAY ................................................................................. 120

POST-VIEW SETTING ...................................................................... 121

WIND NOISE REDUCTION ............................................................... 122

NOISE-REDUCTION ......................................................................... 123

FLICKER-REDUCTION ..................................................................... 124

DIGITAL ZOOM SETTING ................................................................. 125

SCREEN LANGUAGE ....................................................................... 126

TV OUTPUT SETTING ...................................................................... 127

POWER SAVE FUNCTION ............................................................... 129

FILE NO. RESET FUNCTION ............................................................ 131

FORMATTING A CARD ..................................................................... 134

RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS ........................................... 136

CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY .............................. 137

CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE .............. 139

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 OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS DOCKING STATION

CONNECT THE DOCKING STATION ...............................................141

SET THE CAMERA IN THE DOCKING STATION .............................142

CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT ..........................................143

PREPARING AND USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT .............145

PLAYBACK WITH THE DOCKING STATION ....................................149

DIRECT PRINTING ............................................................................150

CABLE ADAPTOR

CONNECTIONS .................................................................................159

 APPENDICES

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ...................................................160

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................167

SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................179

HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES .......................................................187

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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY

CAMERA

WARNING

k 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

i If the camera is used under these conditions, it may

cause a fire or electric shock. Immediately turn off the 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.

k Do not modify or open the cabinet

i 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.

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 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

camera

i Pay close attention to your surroundings when using the

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

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

your surroundings and especially the traffic to avoid accidents.

i Do not use the camera inside an airplane or elsewhere

where its use may be restricted.

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WARNING

k Do not get the camera wet

i This 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 camera in a bathroom. i 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.

k Do not use during a storm

i 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.

k Do not place on an unstable surface

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

or injury.

i 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.

k Do not look through the camera into the sun

i Do not look through the 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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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY

WARNING

k Do not use where there is risk of explosion

i 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.

k Keep the camera out of the reach of children

i The following may happen if children play with the

camera: h They may wrap the neckstrap 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 camera.

CAUTION

k Cautions when carrying the camera

i Do not walk around with the camera suspended from

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

i Be careful not to drop the camera or subject it to

strong shocks.

i 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.

k If the 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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CAUTION

k Cautions during use and storage

i This camera is a precision instrument. When using or

storing the 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:

h Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) (operation)

h Humidity 30 to 90% (operation, no condensation)

–20 to 60°C (–4 to 140°F) (storage)

10 to 90% (storage, no condensation)

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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY DOCKING STATION AND AC ADAPTOR/CHARGER

DANGER

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

battery packs (Model DB-L20)

i 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.

k Concerning the power cord

i The voltage rating for the power cord supplied with

this camera conforms to the standards of the country in which the camera was sold.

k Do not disassemble or modify

i It is dangerous to touch the inside. Doing so may

cause a fire or electric shock.

i Do not use as a direct current generator.

k Do not get the docking station or AC adaptor/

charger wet

i Make sure they do not get wet, as doing so may cause

a fire or electric shock.

i Do not use the camera in a bathroom. i If the docking station or AC adaptor/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

k Cautions when plugging in

i Securely plug the power cord all the way into the

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

i 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.

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

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.

k Do not pull on the power cord to unplug it

i Do not leave the power cord plugged into an electrical

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

i 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.

i 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.

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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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY

DANGER

k Keep 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 used under these conditions, it makes cause a fire

or electric shock.

i 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.

k Do not handle with wet hands

i Handling the docking station or AC adaptor/charger

with wet hands may cause an electric shock.

k Do not use during a storm

i Do not touch the docking station, AC adaptor/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

k Do not damage the power cord

i 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.

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

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

k Do not place on an unstable surface

i The camera may fall, resulting in damage to the

camera or injury.

i 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.

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:

h Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) (charging)

h Humidity 20 to 80% (charging and storage)

–20 to 60°C (–4 to 140°F) (storage)

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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY Li-ion BATTERY PACK (DB-L20)

DANGER

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

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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DANGER

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 generate heat.

k Do not allow the battery pack to come into contact

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

i 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.

k Operating and storage conditions

i Temperature when using or recharging: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) i 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 [140°F] or higher).

i 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.

i Avoid storing the battery pack with it near full charge. It is

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

i 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 to 30°C (14 to 86°F)

When not using the battery pack, remove it from the camera and store at –10 to 30°C (14 to 86°F) in a place with no condensation.

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

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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY

DANGER

k Use only the supplied docking station and AC

adaptor/charger

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.

k Do not peel or damage the outer case

i 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.

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

camera is used. If removing the battery pack, turn off the 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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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY CONCERNING THE ACCESSORIES

WARNING

k Cautions concerning the use of the AC adaptor/charger

i Use only the supplied docking station and AC adaptor/charger with your

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

i If a docking station or AC adaptor/charger other than the ones specified is

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

i If the docking station or AC adaptor/charger is used in close proximity to a

radio or TV set, it may cause interference with AM broadcast signals, resulting in noise. In this case, increase the distance between the radio or TV and the camera accessory.

k Cautions concerning the card

i 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.

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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CONCERNING THE LITHIUM BATTERY (CR2025)

WARNING

k Cautions concerning the CR2025 battery

i A CR2025 lithium battery is used for the

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

i 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.

i Do not recharge, short circuit, disassemble,

modify, heat, or place the battery in a fire. Doing so may cause a fire, overheating, or rupturing.

i 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.

i 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.

i Do not use the battery if it is leaking. i 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.

i 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.

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

negative (–) terminals to prevent shorting. Do not mix the lithium battery with other batteries. Doing so may cause a fire or rupturing.

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FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR CAMERA

k Cautions before capturing important images

i Before capturing important images, make sure that the 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 camera, any of its accessories, or its software.

k Caution concerning copyrights

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

any other use may violate the rights of copyrights owners.

i Please note that photography may be restricted at stage perfor-

mances, shows or exhibitions, even in presentations whose purpose is entertaining or amusing individuals.

i Also note that images that are intended to be copyrighted cannot be

used outside those limits defined by the regulations of the relevant copyright laws.

k Cautions when cleaning the camera Cleaning procedure

1 Turn off the camera and remove the battery pack. 2 Remove the dirt with a soft cloth.

If the camera is extremely dirty,

3 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 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 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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k Caution concerning the battery pack

i Periodically clean with a dry cloth the terminals (contacts) of the battery

pack. 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.

k When not using the camera for a long period

i 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.

i 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.

k Cautions concerning condensation

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

If condensation seems likely to form

i 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

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

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FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR CAMERA

k Caution concerning undesired interference

i 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 S-AV interface cable

Core Core

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.

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

forces.

h If the card is removed from the camera or if the 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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k Cautions 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 force s.

i 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

134).

i When buying commercially available products, carefully read the

instructions and warnings that come with the card.

k Caution concerning high temperatures

i 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. Note that particularly when shooting video clips, soon after the \ icon appears, the remaining shooting time indication will appear, and when that figure becomes 00:00:00, further shooting is impossible.

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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

i Neckstrap: 1 i SANYO Software Pack

i Li-ion battery pack: 1 i Docking station: 1

i S-AV interface cable: 1 i USB interface cable: 1

i Remote control unit: 1

A lithium battery (CR2025) is installed at the time of purchase.

(CD-ROM): 2

i Lens cap and strap: 1

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i Cable adaptor: 1 i AC adaptor/charger and

i Soft case: 1 i Quick guide

i SD Memory Card: 1

An SD Memory Card may not be an included accessory, depending on the region in which the camera is sold. If this is the case, please purchase a commercially sold memory card.

Contact end

h Recording (images and sounds) and erasing

are inhibited (accidental erase protect function) when the lock switch is set to the LOCK position.

h The card is normally used with the lock switch

set to the unlocked position.

power cord: 1

Lock switch

Lock

Unlock

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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

k Neckstrap

k Lens cap k Soft case

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k Media cards that can be used with this camera

The type of card that can be inserted into and used with this camera is:

i SD Memory Card

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GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA

Your movie camera can not only record video clips, you can also take still photos and make audio recordings. For example, you can snap a still image while shooting a video clip, or make just an audio recording. In addition, by using the supplied docking station, it’s easy to hook up your camera to a TV or computer.

Twin menus for easy operation (pages 62 and 86)

The basic settings are consolidated on the PAGE 1 menu. Additional camera settings providing full detailed control are found on the PAGE 2 menu.

VIDEO CLIP

<Example: Shooting

Setting Screen: PAGE 1>

SHQ

IMAGE STABILIZER ON-A

<Example: Shooting

Setting Screen: PAGE 2>

Shooting video clips (page 47)

You expect your camera to record great quality still photos, but you can record 640 × 480-pixel video clips as well. The maximum 30-frames-persecond shooting speed guarantees beautiful, flowing movies for you to enjoy. Another bonus is the capability to record small file sizes that are perfect for uploading to Internet websites.

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Capture still shots while recording a video clip (page 50)

Suppose that while you’re recording a video clip, there’s a scene you’d like to keep as a still photo. Your camera makes it possible to record the still photo without interrupting the video clip recording.

Movable monitor for any shooting angle

The movable LCD monitor lets you shoot from any angle. Get perfect high-angle or low-angle shots, or snap a photo of yourself.

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GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA

Docking station for easy connection

The docking station simplifies those complicated connections to your TV or computer. Just set the camera in the docking station, and you can view your photos on your TV or computer right away. The remote control unit makes it even more convenient.

To AC adaptor/ charger

To AC adaptor/ charger

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Computer

PARTS NAM E S

Camera

Front

Lens

Flash

PREPARATION

Strap holder

Speaker

Monitor unit

Stereo microphone

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PARTS NAMES Rear

Still image shooting button

LCD monitor

Multi-indicator

i Lit

Green: USB interface connection

(Card reader mode/ PC camera mode)

Red: USB interface connection

(PictBridge mode)

Orange: S-AV interface cable

i Flashing

MENU button

connection

Green: Power save mode Red (long interval):

During self-timer photography

Red (short interval):

Accessing the card

Red (very short interval):

Battery charge error

Zoom switch

Video clip recording button

Main switch

ON/OFF button

SET button

Bottom

Tripod stand hole

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Battery/card cover

Docking station terminal

Docking station

Front

Rear

Cable adaptor

Docking station terminal

CAMERA/CHARGE button

Remote control sensor

CHARGE indicator

CAMERA indicator

DIGITAL/AV terminal

DC IN terminal

Docking station terminal

DIGITAL/AV terminal

DC IN terminal

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CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase and therefore needs to be charged before use. In addition, if the battery charge becomes low while you are using the camera, it is recommended to recharge it as soon as possible.

1 Connect the AC adaptor/charger

to a power outlet.

h Use the supplied power cord for

connecting.

2 Insert the battery pack into the AC

adaptor/charger.

h Set it in the battery slot. h Be sure the battery pack is

correctly oriented when setting it in the charger.

h Charging begins. During

charging, the CHARGE indicator lights red.

h When the battery pack is

completely charged, the CHARGE indicator turns off.

h Charging will take approximately

90 minutes.

3 When the battery pack is fully

charged, remove it from the AC adaptor/charger.

h After removing the battery pack,

unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

o power outlet

CHARGE indicator

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Using the docking station

When the battery pack is installed in your camera, you can recharge it by setting the camera in the docking station (page 142).

To DC IN terminal The [n] mark on the plug should be facing down.

CAUTION When recharging the installed battery...

i When recharging a battery pack set in the AC adaptor/charger’s battery

slot, the AC adaptor/charger does not supply power to the docking station.

i After the battery pack becomes completely charged, or after the battery

pack is removed from the battery slot, power will again be supplied to the docking station.

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INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK AND CARD

The card can be used after it has been formatted with the camera (page 134). Make sure that the battery pack polarity (+ and –) and the card orientation are correct.

Install the battery pack

1 Open the battery/card cover.

h While gently pressing the cover, slide it open.

2 Insert the battery pack.

h Move the latch sideways, and firmly

push the battery pack all the way in.

Slide to the side

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h Slide the latch securing the battery

pack to the side, and remove the battery pack.

Slide to the side

3 Close the battery/card cover.

h Lower the cover, and slide it closed. h At the time of purchase the battery pack is not charged. Be sure to

install a fully charged battery pack in the camera (page 35).

Install the card

1 Open the battery/card cover.

2 Insert the card.

h Firmly insert the card until it clicks

into place.

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INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK AND CARD

3 Close the battery/card cover.

h To remove the card, press it down,

and then release. The card will protrude slightly, and you can then pull it out.

CAUTION

i Do not attempt to forcibly remove the card. i Never remove the card when the multi-indicator is flashing red. In doing so,

you risk losing the data stored in the card.

NOTE About the internal backup battery

i This camera’s internal battery serves to maintain the date and time

settings, as well as the shooting settings. The backup battery will be fully charged when the batteries are kept in the camera continuously for about 2 days. In the fully charged state, the backup battery will maintain the camera settings for about 7 days.

When not using the camera for a long time, remove the battery pack

i A small amount of power is still used even if the camera is turned off, and it

is therefore recommended that the batteries be removed from the camera if it is not going to be used for a long time. Note that when the batteries are removed for a long period, the time and date settings may be cleared. Before using your camera again, be sure to confirm that the camera settings are correct.

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TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF

Turning on the camera

1 Set the main switch.

To shoot pictures: Set to REC To play back images:Set to PLAY

2 Open the monitor unit.

3 Press the ON/OFF button for about 1

second.

h The camera turns on, and an image

appears on the LCD monitor.

Monitor unit

LCD monitor

Main switch

REC

PLAY

Shooting Playback

ON/OFF button

REC

PLAY

Turning on the camera when the power save (sleep) function is active

In order to preserve battery pack power, the power save (sleep) function will automatically turn off the camera after one minute of no use during shooting, or five minutes of no use during playback (factory-preset setting).

i When the power save function is active, you can restore the power by any

of the following methods:

h Move the main switch. h Press the ON/OFF button. h Press the Still image shooting/Video clip recording button. h Press the SET or MENU button.

After the power save function has been active for about 1 hour, the camera

will switch to the standby mode. In this case, you can restore the power by pressing the ON/OFF button, or by closing and then opening the monitor unit.

i When the AC adaptor/charger is connected, the power save function will

become active about 10 minutes after the camera is turned on (factorypreset setting).

i The user can specify the time elapsed before the power save function is

activated (page 129).

i When the camera is connected to a computer or printer, it does not change

to the power save mode. In this case, the power save function becomes active after about 12 hours.

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TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF

Turning off the camera

1 Press the ON/OFF button for about 1 second.

h The camera turns off.

HINT To immediately activate the power save function

i Press the ON/OFF button briefly to active the power save function.

About the standby mode

i To turn off the camera only briefly, you can close the monitor unit to put the

camera in the standby mode. The standby mode uses almost no power. When the monitor unit is opened again, the camera turns on immediately and you are ready to shoot or view images without any delay.

HINT

i If the date and time setting has been completed (page 115), the current

time is shown on the LCD monitor when the camera is turned on.

NOTE If the K icon appears...

i When a picture is taken, the date and time it was captured is recorded with

it. When the date and time cannot be recorded with the image because the date and time have not yet been set (page 115), the K icon appears. To have the date and time recorded with images, please make this setting before capturing images.

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OPERATION BUTTONS

The procedures to change the camera settings, choose images, etc., are performed by using the SET button to control the LCD monitor display. This operation is used very frequently, so it is best to become familiar with it right away.

1 Turn on the camera (page 40).

2 Press the MENU button.

h The Menu Screen appears.

To select the icon above:

Toggle the SET button up.

MENU button

SET button

VIDEO CLIP

To select the icon below:

Toggle the SET button down.

SCENE SELECT FULL AUTO

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PHOTO RESOLUTION

2592 1944 (5M-S

)

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OPERATION BUTTONS

To select the icon to the right, toggle the SET button to the right.

To select the icon to the left, toggle the SET button to the left.

Press the SET button. The selected icon moves to the left end of the lineup.

VIDEO CLIP

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BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING/RECORDING

BEFORE TAKING PICTURES

For best results

Hold the camera securely, keeping your elbow close to your body and making sure the camera is stable.

Correct hold Incorrect hold

A finger is blocking the lens or flash.

Make sure that the lens and flash are not blocked by your fingers or the neckstrap.

HINT

i Images captured in the still image shooting mode can be rotated when

they are played back (page 96).

i When the optical zoom is used or when the autofocus is operating, the

image may appear to waver, but this is not a malfunction.

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BEFORE TAKING PICTURES

Using the autofocus

The autofocus will work in almost all situations; however, there are certain conditions that may cause the autofocus function to not work properly. If the autofocus function is not working properly, set the focus range to capture images (page 78).

k Conditions that may cause incorrect focus

The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus function may not work.

i Subjects with low contrast, very bright

subjects at the center of the image or dark subjects or locations

Use the focus-lock function to lock the focus on an object with contrast at the same distance as the desired subject.

i Subjects without vertical lines

Use the focus-lock function to lock the focus on the subject while holding the camera vertically.

The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus function may work, but not as desired.

i When both near and far objects are

present

Use the focus-lock function to lock the focus on an object at the same distance as the desired subject, then reposition the camera to compose the picture.

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i Fast-moving subjects

Use the focus-lock function to lock the focus on an object at the same distance as the desired subject, then reposition the camera to compose the picture.

Hints for taking pictures

Muting the operation sounds

i The operation sounds that are generated, for example, when the still image

shooting button, MENU button or SET button is pressed, as well as the audio guidance when you switch the mode, can be muted (page 118).

Where is the image and audio data saved?

i All the image and sound data is recorded on the card installed in the

camera.

Taking pictures in backlight conditions...

i When taking pictures with the light coming from behind the subject, due to

the characteristics of the CCD, light lines or ghost patterns (flare phenomenon) may appear in the captured image. In this situation, it is recommended that you avoid taking pictures with the subject lit from behind. In this situation, it is recommended that you avoid taking pictures with the subject lit from behind.

While the image data is being recorded...

i While the multi-indicator is flashing red, the image data is being written to

the memory, during which time it is not possible to capture another image. Another image can be captured after the flashing red indicator turns off. However, even when the multi-indicator is flashing red, depending on the camera’s internal memory remaining capacity, in some cases the next image can be captured about 2 seconds after shooting.

Checking the last image shot (instant review)

i After shooting a picture, you can immediately view it by pressing the SET

button once.

i During instant review of a video clip, normal play, reverse play and pause

are available (page 58).

i If you wish to delete the image (for a video clip, it must be in the pause or

stop mode), toggle the SET button up to access the delete function.

i You can view other images while the instant review display is showing by

toggling the SET button to the left or right.

i Cancel the instant review display by toggling the SET button down.

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CAPTURING IMAGES

00:00:15

10%

Recording video clips

1 Turn on the camera (page 40).

2 Set the main switch to REC.

3 Press the video clip recording

button [R].

h Recording begins. During shooting,

X appears in the LCD monitor. It is not necessary to continue pressing the video clip recording button while shooting.

4 End the recording.

h Press the video clip recording

button again to stop recording.

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Video clip recording button

Main switch

REC

PLAY

00:00:15

10%

Recording time

Remaining memory icon

HINT Adjusting the LCD monitor brightness

i You can quickly access the screen for adjusting the brightness of the LCD

monitor by pressing the MENU button for at least 1 second.

i To adjust or turn off the LCD monitor contrast, please see page 91.

Focus lock during video clip recording

i The autofocus can be set to a fixed focus during video clip recording if you

toggle the SET button up. When the autofocus is fixed, the p icon appears on the LCD monitor.

i When the focus range (page 78) setting is changed, the focus lock is

released.

CAUTION During video clip playback, the sound of a motor is audible

i During recording, the sound of the optical zoom movement or autofocus

movement was recorded. This is not a malfunction.

NOTE

i The data for a video clip is very large. Therefore, be aware that if the video

clip is uploaded to a computer to be played back, the computer may not be able to play back the video fast enough, making it appear jerky. (The video will always be displayed properly on the LCD monitor or a television.)

i When the remaining card memory becomes 10 percent or less of the total

card capacity, the remaining memory icon appears on the LCD monitor.

i Depending on the card, shooting may end even before the possible

shooting time indicated on page 183.

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CAPTURING IMAGES

3.5 1/30

10%

Capturing still images

1 Turn on the camera (page 40).

2 Set the main switch to REC.

3 Press the still image shooting

button [S]. 1 Press the still image shooting

button halfway.

h The autofocus operates, and

the image is focused (focus lock).

2 Continue to gently press the

still image shooting button all the way.

h The shutter releases and the

image is captured.

h You can view the captured

image on the LCD monitor by keeping the still image shooting button depressed when you capture the image (post-view [page 121]).

NOTE About the target mark &

i The target mark indicates the position which is currently focused. If the

target mark does not appear, or if it appears at a position that is different from the point you wish to focus, you can refocus, for example, by changing the shooting angle.

i The large target mark appears when the camera focuses on a wide area in

the center of the screen.

10%

3.5

3.5 1/30

1/30

Shutter speed

Aperture

Remaining memory icon

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Still image shooting button

Target mark

Main switch

REC

PLAY

Shoot a still image while recording a video clip

00:00:25

You can capture a still image while recording a video clip.

1 Turn on the camera (page 40).

2 Set the main switch to REC.

3 Press the video clip recording

button [R].

4 When you see a scene you’d like to

capture as a still image, press the still image shooting button [S].

5 End the recording.

h Press the video clip recording

button to stop recording.

NOTE

i When shooting a still image while recording a video clip, the flash does not

operate.

i When shooting a still image while recording a video clip, the display briefly

pauses, and then returns to the video clip display after the still image is captured.

i If the still image resolution is set to k, it automatically changes to r

and the image is captured.

i When the remaining card memory becomes 10 percent or less of the total

card capacity, the remaining memory icon appears on the LCD monitor.

Video clip recording button

Still image shooting button

Main switch

REC

00:00:25

PLAY

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BASIC SHOOTING FUNCTIONS

Using the zoom

Your camera has two zoom functions: optical zoom and digital zoom. You can specify whether or not the digital zoom is enabled (page 125).

1 Point the camera lens at the subject.

2 Press [T] or [W] on the zoom switch

to compose the desired image.

[T]: Zoom in on the subject. [W]: Zoom out. h When the zoom switch is pressed,

the zoom bar appears on the LCD monitor.

h When the optical zoom factor is at

maximum, zooming stops temporarily. When [T] on the zoom switch is pressed again, the mode changes to the digital zoom mode and zooming continues.

3 Take the picture.

For video clip recording, see page 47. For still image shooting, see page 49.

Zoom switch

LCD monitor

When both optical and digital zoom are enabled

Digital zoom (yellow)

When optical zoom only is enabled

Zoom bar

Pointer

Optical zoom

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Exposure correction

When capturing images, you can make the image lighter or darker.

1 Set the main switch to REC.

h To exit the Menu Screen (Shooting

Setting Screen), press the MENU button.

2 With the Shooting Setting Screen

not shown, toggle the SET button to the right.

h The exposure correction bar

appears.

3 Toggle the SET button to the left or

right to adjust the exposure.

h To cancel the exposure correction

bar, press the MENU button.

h The exposure setting numerical

value is shown at the left end of the exposure bar. The exposure can be set to a value from –1.8EV to +1.8EV.

HINT The exposure correction setting is canceled in the following cases:

i When the pointer is set to the center position. i When the Option Screen is accessed. i When the main switch is set to PLAY. i After the power is turned off.

Main switch

REC

PLAY

SET button

MENU button

12 00:00:15

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RECORDING AN AUDIO MEMO

Your camera can make audio recordings.

1 Turn on the camera (page 40), and set the main switch to REC.

2 Press the MENU button.

h The menu display appears.

3 From the video clip mode menu,

select the audio memo icon <, and press the SET button.

h The recording mode is enabled. h The menu display is canceled if

the MENU button is pressed.

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VIDEO CLIP

12 00:10:15

SHQ

Remaining time

4 Press the video clip recording

button [R].

h Audio recording begins. During

recording, < appears in the LCD monitor. It is not necessary to continue pressing the video clip recording button while shooting.

h The maximum time for recording a

continuous audio memo is about 9 hours.

5 End the recording.

h Press the video clip recording button again to stop recording.

HINT Capture a still image during an audio recording

i Note, however, that if the resolution in the still image mode is set to k, it

automatically changes to r and the image is captured.

00 : 09 : 45

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PLAYBACK

100-0006

VIEWING IMAGES

1 Turn on the camera (page 40), and

set the main switch to PLAY.

h An image is displayed on the LCD

monitor.

2 Select the image you wish to view.

To display the previous image:

Toggle the SET button to the left.

To display the next image:

Toggle the SET button to the right.

Main switch

REC

PLAY

SET button

100-0006

<Example: After video

clip recording>

100-0001

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<Example: After still

image recording>

9-image display playback

Mai

1 Turn on the camera (page 40), and

set the main switch to PLAY.

2 Press [W] ([P]) on the zoom

switch.

h The 9-image display appears.

n switc

REC

PLAY

Zoom switch

3 Select the image to play back.

h Toggle the SET button up, down,

left or right to move the orange frame to the desired image, and press the SET button. Instead of pressing the SET button, you can press [T] ([]]) on the zoom switch to show the image full screen.

NOTE

i The 9-image multi-playback display can also be accessed by selecting P

on the Playback Setting Screen.

Video clip

100

0001 0002

0004 0006

0007

Audio data

Folder number

SET button

Still image

Orange frame

0005

0008

Image number

0003

0009

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VIEWING IMAGES

ZOOM 128%

SHUTTER FOR SAVE

ZOOM I/O

ZOOM

126

SHUTTER FOR SAVE

MOVE ZOOM I/O

Magnifying (zooming in) the image

1 Display the image that you want to magnify.

h For a video clip, pause playback at the place you want to magnify.

2 Press [T] ([]]) on the zoom

switch.

h Magnification is enabled. h The image is magnified, and the

central portion of image is displayed.

h Toggle the SET button to view

different parts of the magnified image. To magnify: Press [T] ([]]) on the zoom switch. To return to normal size: Press [W] ([P]) on the zoom switch.

HINT The magnified portion of the image can be saved as a separate image.

i Press the still image shooting button. The magnified portion is saved as a

new still image.

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ZOOM

ZOOM 126%

MOVE

MOVE ZOOM I/O

ZOOM I/O

SHUTTER FOR SAVE

SHUTTER FOR SA

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VIEWING VIDEO CLIPS

Playing back a video clip

Follow these steps to play back a video clip.

Normal playback

i Press the SET button.

Pause

i While the video clip is playing, toggle the SET button up. To resume

playback, press the SET button.

To play back one image at a time (single-frame step)

i During forward playback

After pausing playback, toggle the SET button to the right. For slow playback, press and hold the SET button to the right.

i During reverse playback

After pausing playback, toggle the SET button to the left. For slow reverse playback, press and hold the SET button to the left.

To accelerate playback

i Fast forward playback is possible at 2x (forward only), 5x, 10x and 15x. i Toggle the SET button to the left or right during playback to activate fast

playback.

i The playback speed changes each time the SET button is toggled to the

left or right.

During forward playback, toggle SET button to the right

Normal playback → 2x → 5x →10x → 15x * Toggle the SET button to the left to return to normal playback speed.

During reverse playback, toggle SET button to the left

15x ← 10x ← 5x ← Normal playback * Toggle the SET button to the right to return to normal playback speed.

i Return to normal playback speed

During fast forward or fast reverse playback, press the SET button.

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VIEWING VIDEO CLIPS

HINT Display the video clip playback point

i During video clip playback, press the MENU button for at least 1 second to

display a bar showing the current playback point in the video clip.

i Press the MENU button for about 1 second to cancel the bar.

Adjust the volume

i During video clip or audio memo playback, if you move the zoom switch up

or down, the volume control bar will appear, allowing you to adjust the volume.

CAUTION If no audio is heard...

i The audio is not played back when the video clip is played back in the

frame-by-frame, fast playback or reverse playback mode.

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PLAYING BACK AUDIO MEMOS

Listen to your audio recordings.

1 On the 9-image playback display,

move the orange frame to the audio memo you wish to play back (page

56), and press the SET button.

h A musical note graphic appears on

the screen.

00: 00 :00

2 Play back the recording.

Normal playback:

Press the SET button.

Pause:

While the audio memo is playing, toggle the SET button up.

Stop playback:

While the audio memo is playing, toggle the SET button down.

To accelerate playback:

h Fast forward playback is possible at 2x (forward only), 5x, 10x and

15x.

h Toggle the SET button to the left or right during playback to

activate fast playback.

h The playback speed changes each time the SET button is toggled

to the left or right.

During forward payback, toggle SET button to the right

Normal playback → 2x → 5x →10x → 15x * Toggle the SET button to the left to return to normal playback

speed.

During reverse payback, toggle SET button to the left

15x ← 10x ← 5x ← Normal playback * Toggle the SET button to the right to return to normal playback

speed.

CAUTION If no audio is heard...

i The audio is not played back when the audio memo is played back in the

fast playback or reverse playback mode.

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SHOOTING SETTINGS PAGE 1 (BASIC SETTINGS)

DISPLAYING THE SHOOTING SETTING SCREENS

The Shooting Setting Screens are used to adjust your camera’s shooting settings. The Shooting Setting Screens are organized into two displays: PAG E 1 and PAGE 2. The PAGE 1 settings (page 63) cover the basic shooting settings, and the PAGE 2 settings (page 65) provide you with more detailed settings.

1 Turn on the camera (page 40).

2 Set the main switch to REC.

3 Press the MENU button.

h The Shooting Setting Screen

appears.

h Pressing the MENU button again

will cancel the Shooting Setting Screen.

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MENU button

VIDEO CLIP

Main switch

REC

PLAY

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SWITCHING THE PAGE

Switch from PAGE 1 to PAGE 2, or vice versa, depending on how you wish to use your camera.

1 Display a Shooting Setting Screen.

2 Toggle the SET button to the left.

h The Shooting Setting Screen PAGE

changes.

h Each time the SET button is toggled

to the left, the PAGE changes.

VIDEO CLIP

<Example: Shooting Setting

Screen: PAGE 1>

IMAGE STABILIZER ON-A

<Example: Shooting Setting

Screen: PAGE 2>

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DISPLAYING THE SHOOTING SETTING SCREENS

Overview of the Shooting Setting Screens

PAG E 1

VIDEO CLIP

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SHQ

1 Video clip menu (page 67)

b: Record at 640 × 480 pixels,

30 frames per second, high bit rate

a: Record at 640 × 480 pixels,

30 frames per second, standard bit rate

c: Record at 320 × 240 pixels,

30 frames per second

d: Record at 320 × 240 pixels,

15 frames per second

e: Record at 176 × 144 pixels,

15 frames per second

<: Make an audio recording

2 Still image resolution menu

(page 68)

r: Shoot image at 2,592 ×

1,944 resolution (about 5 million pixels [normal compression])

k: Shoot image at 3,680 ×

2,760 resolution (about 10 million pixels)

s: Shoot image at 2,592 ×

1,944 resolution (about 5 million pixels [low compression])

t: Shoot image at 1,600 ×

1,200 resolution (about 2 million pixels)

[: Shoot image at 640 × 480

resolution (about 300,000 pixels)

3 Scene select menu (page 69)

=: Full auto photography

a: Sports photography

>: Portrait photography

+: Landscape photography

/: Night view photography

+: Fireworks photography

Q: Lamp photography

4 Filter menu (page 71)

&: No filter %: Cosmetic filter selected W: Monochrome filter selected

,: Sepia filter selected

5 Flash menu (page 72)

k: Automatic flash mode m: Forced flash mode l: Flash off mode

6 Self-timer menu (page 74)

N: Self-timer off y: Shooting begins 2 seconds

after the still image shooting button or video clip recording button is pressed.

x: Shooting begins 10

seconds after the still image shooting button or video clip recording button is pressed.

7 Option icon (page 113)

h Displays the Option Screen.

8 PAGE display (page 62) 9 Help display (page 120) 0 Remaining battery power

(page 139)

i When you specify multiple functions that cannot be simultaneously

enabled, the function which was last set becomes the active setting, and the other settings accordingly change automatically.

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DISPLAYING THE SHOOTING SETTING SCREENS PAG E 2

IMAGE STABILIZER ON-A

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1 Image stabilizer menu

(page 76)

p: Image stabilizer function on

(ON-A)

q: Image stabilizer function on

(ON-B)

]: Image stabilizer function off

2 Focus range menu (page 78)

-: All ranges focussed

*: Normal focus range

-: Manual focus +: Close-up photography

Spot focus men

<: 5-point range finder focus

setting

8: Spot focus on setting

4 Light-measuring mode (EXP

MEASURE) menu (page 81)

n: Multi-section light-

W: Center-weighted light-

Y: Spot light-measuring

5 ISO sensitivity menu (page 82)

t: Auto sensitivity

(corresponds to ISO50 to

200)

*: Corresponds to ISO50

u: Corresponds to ISO100 v: Corresponds to ISO200 w: Corresponds to ISO400

u (page 80)

measuring setting

setting

6 White balance menu (page 83)

>: White balance is

automatically adjusted depending on ambient lighting

r: For photography in fair

weather (sunny) conditions

o: In overcast conditions p: Under fluorescent lighting q: Under incandescent

lighting

]: For setting the most

accurate white balance

7 Option icon (page 113)

h Display the Option Screen.

8 PAGE display (page 62) 9 Help display (page 120) 0 Remaining battery power

(page 139)

i When you specify multiple functions that cannot be simultaneously

enabled, the function which was last set becomes the active setting, and the other settings accordingly change automatically.

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IMAGE QUALITY

Video clip image quality setting

When it comes to video clips, a larger number of pixels and a higher frame rate means better image quality and smoother playback. On the other hand, the file size becomes large and uses more memory. Set the image quality to a setting that’s right for your purpose.

1 Display the PAGE 1 Shooting

Setting Screen (page 62).

2 Select the video clip menu.

b: Record at 640 × 480 pixels, 30

frames per second, high bit rate

a: Record at 640 × 480 pixels, 30

frames per second, standard bit rate

c: Record at 320 × 240 pixels, 30

frames per second

d: Record at 320 × 240 pixels, 15

frames per second

e: Record at 176 × 144 pixels, 15

frames per second

<: Make an audio recording

3 Select the desired icon from the video clip menu, and press the SET

button.

h This completes the video clip image quality setting.

CAUTION When editing video clips...

i In order for video clips to be joined, they must have been photographed in

the same mode.

i Video clips that were photographed in different modes cannot be joined.

VIDEO CLIP

SHQ

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Still image resolution setting

By setting the still image resolution (pixels) to a higher setting, image detail is enhanced for a smoother, finer picture. However, the file size also becomes large and uses more memory. Select the resolution setting that suits your purpose.

1 Display the PAGE 1 Shooting

Setting Screen (page 62).

2 Select the still image resolution

menu.

r: Shoot image at 2,592 × 1,944

resolution (5M-S) (standard compression: for maximum number of images)

k: Shoot image at 3,680 × 2,760

resolution (10M)

s: Shoot images at 2,592×1,994

resolution (5M-H) (low compression: for optimum image quality)

t: Photograph a still image at

1,600 × 1,200 resolution (2M)

[: Photograph a still image at

640 × 480 resolution (0.3M)

h The numbers in parentheses ( ) refer to the approximate number of

pixels in the image (units: megapixels).

3 Select the desired icon from the still image resolution menu, and

press the SET button.

h This completes the still image resolution setting.

PHOTO RESOLUTION

2592 1944 (5M-S

)

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SCENE SELECT

You can select from various preset settings (aperture, shutter speed, etc.) for specific shooting conditions.

1 Display the PAGE 1 Shooting

Setting Screen (page 62).

2 Select the scene select menu.

=: The camera automatically makes

the optimum settings suitable for the surrounding conditions (full auto).

a: Capture a split-second image of a

fast-moving subject.

>: Enhance the 3D feeling of the subject by blurring the background. +: For beautiful shots of distant scenery. /: Photograph the subject while keeping the background night scenery. +: For capturing fireworks at night. Q: Photograph in low-light conditions.

3 Select the desired icon from the scene select menu, and press the

SET button.

h This completes the scene select function setting.

SCENE SELECT

FULL AUTO

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4 Take the picture.

For video clip recording, see page 47. For still image shooting, see page 49. To return to normal photography, select = from the scene select menu, and press the SET button.

NOTE

i When capturing images using the fireworks +, lamp Q or night view

/ setting, use a tripod or other method to stabilize the camera.

i A table showing the limitations for settings corresponding to scene select

icons other than = is on page 178.

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FILTERS

The filter feature changes the aperture and shutter speed settings, as well as the color tones, to apply unique effects to the photographed image.

1 Display the PAGE 1 Shooting

Setting Screen (page 62).

FILTER

2 Select the filter menu.

&: No filter is used (normal

photography).

%: Skin tones are enhanced in close-

up shots (cosmetic filter).

W: Snap black-and-white photos

(monochrome filter).

,: Create a sepia-tone photo (sepia filter).

3 Select the desired icon from the filter menu, and press the SET

button.

h This completes the filter setting.

4 Take the picture.

For video clip recording, see page 47. For still image shooting, see page 49. h To return to normal photography, select & from the filter menu, and

press the SET button.

NOTE

i A table showing the limitations for settings corresponding to filter icons

other than & is on page 178.

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FLASH SETTING

The flash is used not only for taking pictures where there is insufficient light, but also when the subject is in shade or in backlight conditions. Your camera has three modes of operation (automatic flash mode, forced flash mode, and flash off mode).

1 Display the PAGE 1 Shooting

Setting Screen (page 62).

2 Select the flash menu.

k: The camera will detect the subject

brightness and use the flash only when required. In a backlight situation, if only the center of the image is very dark, the flash will operate to compensate (auto flash).

m: The flash will operate with every image captured regardless of the

conditions. Use this setting under backlight conditions, when the subject is in shade, under fluorescent lighting conditions, etc. (forced flash).

l: The flash will not operate even in dark situations. Use this setting

when capturing an image in a location where flash photography is prohibited, or when shooting a night landscape scene (flash off).

FLASH AUTO

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FLASH SETTING

3 Select the desired icon from the flash menu, and press the SET

button.

h This completes the flash setting.

4 Take the picture.

For still image shooting, see page 49. h To return to normal photography, select k from the flash menu, and

press the SET button.

HINT

i You can change the flash setting by toggling the SET button to the left

when the Shooting Setting Screen is not being displayed.

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SELF-TIMER

1 Display the PAGE 1 Shooting

Setting Screen (page 62).

2 Select the self-timer menu.

N: Turns off the self-timer function. y: Turns on the self-timer function.

The image is captured about 2 seconds after the still image shooting button or video clip recording button is pressed.

x: Turns on the self-timer function.

The image is captured about 10 seconds after the still image shooting button or video clip recording button is pressed.

SELF-TIMER OFF

3 Select the desired icon from the self-timer menu, and press the SET

button.

h This completes the self-timer setting.

4 Take the picture.

For video clip recording, see page 47. For still image shooting, see page 49.

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SELF-TIMER

HINT To pause or cancel the self-timer function...

i If the video clip recording button or still image shooting button is pressed

again before the image is captured, the self-timer countdown temporarily stops. Press the video clip recording button or still image shooting button one more time to restart the self-timer.

i To cancel self-timer photography, select the N icon from the self-timer

menu, and press the SET button.

When x is selected...

i When the still image shooting button or

video clip recording button is pressed, the illumination light and the multiindicator will blink for about 10 seconds, and then the image is captured. Also, 4 seconds before the shutter releases, the indication shown in the illustration appears on the LCD monitor.

i If you swivel the monitor unit towards,

the self-timer indication will be visible to the subject.

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PAGE 2 (ADVANCED SETTINGS)

MOTION COMPENSATION (IMAGE STABILIZER)

Your camera can minimize a jittery picture by compensating for unintentional hand motion (video clips only).

1 Display the PAGE 2 Shooting Setting Screen (page 62).

2 Select the image stabilizer menu.

h Compensate for unintentional camera motion during video clip

recording. The field of view does not change when the video clip recording button is pressed, so this setting is convenient when shooting mostly video clips.

h Compensate for unintentional camera motion during video clip

recording. The field of view does not change when the still image recording button is pressed, so this setting is convenient when shooting mostly still images.

]

h Disengages the motion compensation function.

3 Select the desired icon from the image stabilizer menu, and press

the SET button.

h This completes the image stabilizer setting.

HINT If the motion compensation does not seem to be working...

i Due to the mechanical characteristics of this function, it may not be

possible for the camera to compensate for violent motion.

i If the digital zoom (page 51) is being used, the large magnification factor

may make it difficult for the motion compensation function to work correctly.

i When using a tripod, the docking station or other means to stabilize the

camera, please turn the motion compensation function off ]. If the motion compensation function is enabled when it is not actually needed, it may result in an image that appears unnatural.

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MOTION COMPENSATION (IMAGE STABILIZER)

i When the motion compensation is set to ON, the field of view during

recording standby differs from the recordable field of view as shown below.

i When set to the motion compensation ON-B q setting, the video clip

recording range is as shown in the recording standby screen.

During still image shooting

Recording standby screen

For p setting

For q setting

Video clip recording area

For ] setting

During video clip recording

i When the still image shooting resolution is set to [ and the scene

selection function to =, a, > or + (page 69), a still image captured during video clip recording will have the same field of view as the video clip.

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FOCUS RANGE

1 Display the PAGE 2 Shooting Setting Screen (page 62).

2 Select the focus range menu.

h When shooting a subject at a medium to far distance, by setting the

focus range to *, you will find it both easier and faster to focus.

-: Wide end: 10 cm (3.94 in.) to infinity

Tele end: 80 cm (31.50 in.) to infinity (total range mode)

*: 80 cm (31.50 in.) to infinity (normal mode)

-: The focus can be manually set to any distance from 2 cm (0.79

in.) to 8 m (26.25 ft.), as well as to infinity (manual focus).

+: 1 cm (0.39 in.) to 80 cm (31.50 in.) (super macro mode: wide

end only)

h When the focus range is set to *, + or -, the corresponding

indication appears on the LCD monitor.

3 Select the desired icon from the focus range menu, and press the

SET button.

h This completes the focus range setting.

HINT

i From the Shooting Screen, you can quickly change the focus range setting

by toggling the SET button down.

i When the focus range is set to super macro +, the zoom is set to the

wide end.

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FOCUS RANGE

How to use the manual focus

1 Select the manual focus icon - from the focus menu, and press

the SET button.

2 Press the SET button.

h The focus distance adjustment bar

appears.

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0:15

3 Toggle the SET button to the left or

right to adjust the focus distance, and press the SET button.

h The focus distance is set, and you

are returned to the Shooting Screen.

NOTE About the focus range

i The focus distance indication shows the distance between the lens surface

and the subject.

i In some cases there may be a slight variance between the distance

(numerical figure) you set in the manual focus mode and the actual distance. Use the LCD monitor to confirm the focus and compose the photo.

About zoom movement when using the manual focus

i If the focus distance is set to 70 cm (27.56 in.) or less, the zoom changes

to the largest setting that is suitable for that focus distance.

i When the focus distance is set to 70 cm (27.56 in.) or less, the zoom will

function only within the range at which the image is focused.

2cm

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FOCUS AREA SETTING

You can choose from the following 2 types of autofocus (still image shooting only): 5-point range finder focus: The distance to the subject is detected by

Spot focus: The camera focuses on the subject in the center

1 Display the PAGE 2 Shooting

Setting Screen (page 62).

2 Select the desired focus method

from the spot focus menu, and press the SET button.

<: 5-point range finder focus is

selected.

8: Spot focus is selected. h When the spot focus setting is

selected, the focus mark + appears in the center of the LCD monitor.

sampling from multiple areas of the entire shooting screen.

of the LCD monitor.

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Focus mark

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LIGHT-MEASURING MODE SETTING

You can select from 3 types of light-measuring modes. Multi-section light-measuring: Light is measured by sampling from multiple areas of the entire shooting screen. Center-weighted light-measuring: Light is measured from the entire shooting screen, but gives more importance to the values near the center. Spot light-measuring: You can compose the picture and capture the image after first measuring the light only at the center spot of the LCD monitor.

1 Display the PAGE 2 Shooting Setting Screen (page 62).

2 Select the desired light-measuring mode from the light-measuring

mode (EXP MEASURE) menu.

n: Multi-section light-measuring

W: Center light-measuring Y: Spot light-measuring

3 Press the SET button.

h This completes the light-measuring

mode setting.

h When spot light-measuring is

selected, the light-measuring spot mark appears in the center of the LCD monitor.

00: 00 : 5212

Light-measuring spot mark

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ISO SENSITIVITY

With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to the brightness of the subject. However, the ISO sensitivity can be set to a fixed setting.

1 Display the PAGE 2 Shooting Setting Screen (page 62).

2 Select the ISO sensitivity menu.

t: Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically (equivalent to ISO50 to 200

[video clip shooting mode: ISO200 to 400]).

*: Sets the sensitivity to ISO50 equivalent

(video clip shooting mode: ISO200).

u: Sets the sensitivity to ISO100 equivalent

(video clip shooting mode: ISO200).

v: Sets the sensitivity to ISO200 equivalent

(video clip shooting mode: ISO400).

w: Sets the sensitivity to ISO400 equivalent

(video clip shooting mode: ISO800).

3 Select the desired icon from the ISO sensitivity menu, and press the

SET button.

h This completes the ISO sensitivity setting.

HINT

i By setting a higher ISO sensitivity, you can set higher shutter speeds and

capture images in darker locations, but noise in the captured images may increase.

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WHITE BALANCE

This camera automatically adjusts the white balance under most lighting conditions. However, if you want to specify the lighting conditions or change the overall tone of the image, the white balance can be manually set.

1 Display the PAGE 2 Shooting Setting Screen (page 62).

2 Select the white balance menu.

>: The camera will make the white balance adjustment automatically

based on the natural and artificial light conditions. This is the setting used in the auto mode.

r: For shooting outside on a sunny day. o: For shooting outside on a cloudy day. p: For shooting inside under fluorescent lighting. q: For shooting inside under incandescent lighting. ]: For more accurate adjustment or when the light source cannot be

specified.

Setting procedure

1 Select the ] icon and press the SET button.

h The ] icon moves to the left end of the line.

2 Fill the entire screen with a plain white card (or piece of paper,

etc.), and perform step 3.

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3 Select the desired icon from the white balance menu, and press the

SET button.

h Once the white balance setting is programmed for the ] icon, it is

retained even if another white balance setting (>, r, o, p, or q) is selected. If you changed to another setting, whenever you select the ] icon and press the SET button, the previously programmed setting is recalled.

HINT To cancel the white balance setting

i Perform step 1, select >, and then press the SET button.

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PLAYBACK SETTINGS PAGE 1 (BASIC SETTINGS)

DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREENS

The Playback Setting Screens are used to adjust your camera’s playback settings. The Playback Setting Screens are organized into two displays: PAG E 1 and PAGE 2. The PAGE 1 settings (page 87) cover the basic playback settings, and the PAG E 2 settings (page 88) provide you with more detailed settings.

1 Turn on the camera (page 40).

2 Set the main switch to PLAY.

3 Press the MENU button.

h The Playback Setting Screen

appears.

h Pressing the MENU button again

will cancel the Playback Setting Screen.

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Main switch

REC

PLAY

MENU button

PLAYBACK METHOD

Set play all or 1 clip

SWITCHING THE PAGE

Switch from PAGE 1 to PAGE 2, or vice versa.

1 Display a Playback Setting Screen.

2 Toggle the SET button to the left.

h The Playback Setting Screen

changes to the other PAGE.

h Each time the SET button is toggled

to the left, the PAGE changes.

PLAYBACK METHOD

Set play all or 1 clip

<Example: Playback Setting

Screen: PAGE 1>

ROTATE

Rotate image

<Example: Playback Setting

Screen: PAGE 2>

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DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREENS

Overview of the Playback Setting Screens

PAG E 1

PLAYBACK METHOD

Set play all or 1 clip

1 Playback method setting

(page 89)

h Select continuous playback or

single-frame playback.

2 Multi-playback (page 56)

h Display images in the 9-frame

multi-display format.

3 Volume control (page 90)

h Adjust the playback volume for

video clips and audio data, as well as the operation sounds.

4 Monitor brightness (page 91)

h Adjust the brightness of the

LCD monitor backlight.

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5 Data protect setting (page 92)

h Protect data from accidental

erasure.

6 Erase (page 94)

h Delete images from the card

memory.

7 Option icon (page 113)

h Display the Option Screen.

8 PAGE display (page 86) 9 Help display (page 120) 0 Remaining battery power

(page 139)

PAG E 2

1 2 3

1 Rotate image (page 96)

h Rotate still images.

2 Video clip edit (page 97)

h Edit video clips.

3 Print settings (page 105)

h Set the DPOF settings.

ROTATE

Rotate image

4 Option icon (page 113)

h Display the Option Screen.

5 PAGE display (page 86) 6 Help display (page 120) 7 Remaining battery power

(page 139)

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PLAYBACK MODE

Images can be viewed continuously (slideshow playback) or you can choose to show single images.

1 Display the PAGE 1 Playback Setting Screen (page 86).

2 Select the playback method icon

4, and press the SET button.

h The Playback Mode Screen

appears.

PLAY ALL: Play back images in

1 CLIP: Display only the

3 Select the desired playback mode,

and press the SET button. <PLAY ALL>

h The screen to set the time that each

image is displayed appears.

1 Toggle the SET button to the

2 Toggle the SET button up or

3 Press the SET button.

4 Press the SET button.

h The display time is set, and you are

returned to the Playback Setting Screen.

slideshow fashion.

selected image (page

55).

right to select playback time.

down to specify the time that each image is shown.

PLAYBACK METHOD

DURATION OF PHOTO

PLAY ALL

1 CLIP

PLAYBACK METHOD

DURATION OF PHOTO

PLAY ALL

1SEC

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VOLUME

Adjust the playback volume for video clips and audio data, as well as the operation sounds.

1 Display the PAGE 1 Playback Setting Screen (page 86).

2 Select the volume icon Z, and

press the SET button.

h The volume control bar appears.

3 Toggle the SET button left or right to

adjust the volume, and press the SET button.

h The volume is set, and you are

returned to the Playback Setting Screen.

HINT

i During video clip or audio memo playback, if you move the zoom switch up

or down, the volume control bar will appear, allowing you to adjust the volume.

HINT Concerning the operation sounds volume setting

i The operation sounds volume is linked to the playback sound volume

setting.

VOLUME

VOLUME SETTING

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LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS

Adjust the brightness of the camera’s LCD monitor display during playback. Use this adjustment when the monitor image is difficult to view because of ambient lighting. In addition, in very bright surroundings, such as outdoors on a sunny day, you can turn the backlight OFF to preserve battery power.

1 Display the PAGE 1 Playback Setting Screen (page 86).

2 Select the LCD brightness icon r,

and press the SET button.

h The brightness control display

appears.

Turn the LCD backlight ON/OFF:

Toggle the SET button down.

Adjust the brightness:

Toggle the SET button left or right.

3 Press the SET button.

h The brightness is set, and you are returned to the Playback Setting

Screen.

HINT

i From the Shooting Screen, you can quickly access the screen for adjusting

the brightness of the LCD monitor by pressing the MENU button for at least 1 second.

LCD BRIGHTNESS

LCD BACKLIGHT

ON/OFF

ADJUST

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IMAGE PROTECT

Prevent accidental erasure of image and audio data.

1 Display the data that you want to protect from accidental erasure,

and display the PAGE 1 Playback Setting Screen (page 86).

2 Select the protect icon A, and

press the SET button.

h “LOCK?” appears. h If the protect mode has already

been enabled for the data, then “UNLOCK?” appears.

3 Toggle the SET button up or down

to select “YES”, and press the SET button.

h The protect mode is set for the

data.

h The protect mark B indicates that

the data is locked.

h To return to the Playback Setting

Screen, press the MENU button.

PROTECT

LOCK?

EXIT

PROTECT

UNLOCK?

EXIT

YES

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IMAGE PROTECT

CAUTION

i Even if the protect mode is set for certain data files, they will be erased if

the card is reformatted.

HINT To select a different image in steps 2 and 3...

i Toggle the SET button to the left or right.

To cancel the protect mode for an image...

i Display the desired data and repeat steps 1 to 3. The protect mark B will

disappear and the protect mode is canceled.

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ERASING DATA

You can erase data that is stored on the card if you no longer need it. You can erase the data one at a time, or all at once.

1 Display the PAGE 1 Playback Setting Screen (page 86).

2 Select the erase icon c, and press

the SET button.

h The Erase Mode Screen appears.

ONE ERASE: Erases one data at a

ERASE ALL: Erases all the data

EXIT: Returns to the

time.

from the card.

Playback Setting Screen.

ERASE

ONE ERASE

ERASE ALL

EXIT

3 Toggle the SET button up or down the select the erase mode, and

press the SET button.

h The Erase Confirmation Screen appears.

h Toggle the SET button to the left or right to select the data you wish to

erase.

h Toggle the SET button to the left or right confirm the data to erase.

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ERASING DATA

4 Toggle the SET button up or down to select “YES”, and press the

SET button. <ONE ERASE>

h The currently displayed image is deleted. h To erase other data, select the data, and press the SET button. h To return to the Playback Setting Screen, press the MENU button.

h The Erase Confirmation Screen again appears. To erase the data,

select “YES”, and press the SET button. When data erase is completed, “NO IMAGE” is shown.

CAUTION

i Data which is protected from accidental erase cannot be erased. To erase

protected data, set the protect setting for the data to off (page 92), and then follow the data erase procedure.

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PAGE 2 (ADVANCED SETTINGS)

ROTATE

LEFT EXIT

ROTATE IMAGE

Captured still images can be rotated to the correct orientation for viewing.

1 Display the PAGE 2 Playback Setting Screen (page 86).

2 Select the rotate icon L, and

press the SET button.

h The Rotate Image Screen appears.

K: Rotates image clockwise

90 degrees. Rotates image counterclockwise

90 degrees.

3 Select the rotate right icon K or

rotate left icon !, and press the SET button.

h Each time the SET button is pressed, the image is rotated another 90

degrees.

h To return to the Playback Setting Screen, press the MENU button.

ROTATE

RIGHT

LEFT

LEFT EXIT

EXIT

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EDITING VIDEO CLIPS

You can delete (“cut”) the first part or the last part of a video clip. You can choose anywhere in the video clip as the cutting point. You can also join two video clips together and save them as one separate clip (“joining”).

CAUTION Warning concerning the battery pack remaining charge

i During the editing of lengthy video clips, the time to process the large

amount of data can become quite long. To avoid problems caused by the battery pack becoming depleted in the middle of video clip editing, before starting to edit be sure that a sufficiently charged battery pack is installed in the camera, or connect the AC adaptor/charger.

i It is recommended that a computer be used to edit long video clips.

Procedure to save part of a video clip as a separate clip

Play the video clip, and pause playback at the point you want to cut.

Select whether to delete the portion before the cut point or after the cut point.

Delete the specified portion.

i The specified portion is deleted.

i The original video clip is not affected.

(You can also choose to erase the original video clip when the new clip is saved.)

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