Toshiba SX500 User Manual
User’s Manual
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome and thank you for choosing a TOSHIBA product.
For your convenience, your TOSHIBA product is furnished with two guides:
a) Quick Start Guide, and
b) this comprehensive PDF User’s Manual.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the camcorder. Keep
this Manual in a safe place for later reference.
Symbols used in this manual
HINT 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.
attention to.
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SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE
2 Open
3 Insert the battery pack.
4 Close the battery cover.
Battery cover
1 Push out
Preparing the camcorder
1 Insert the battery pack.
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About the battery pack
You will find the battery pack inserted in the camcorder. When shipped from
the factory, the battery pack is inserted backwards to prevent current flow.
Before using, please re-insert the battery pack correctly as shown in the
illustration.
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2 Insert the SD Memory Card.
1 Open the card slot cover. 2 Insert the card.
3 Close the card slot cover.
2 Pull it out.
1 Push the card in.
h An SD Memory Card is not included with your camcorder. Please
purchase a commercially sold card.
h In this manual, the SD Memory Card is referred to as the “card”.
<When removing the card...>
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Shooting
[ ] button
(Video recording button)
[ ] button
(Photo shooting button)
POWER button
1 Press the POWER button for at
least 1 second to turn the
camcorder on.
h If the screen to set the date
and time appears, press the
MENU button 2 times to
cancel it.
For how to set the date and
time, see page 19.
2 Record.
To record a video clip:
h Press the [ ] button to
begin recording a video clip.
h Press the [ ] button again
to end the recording.
To take a photo:
h Press the [ ] button.
h A still image is captured.
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10M-S
Full-HD
15 000:00:17
Playback
MENU button
Remaining battery
power indication
Orange frame
Play [=] button
Arrow keys
Arrow keys
OK button
1
Press
the play [=] button.
h The display changes to the
Playback Screen.
2 Select the image to play back.
h Use the arrow keys to move
the orange frame to the image
you wish to play back.
h The image information for the
framed image is shown in the
bottom part of the monitor.
3 Press the OK button.
<To return to the recording
mode>
h Press the play [=] button.
Deleting files
1 On the screen in step 2, move
the orange fram e to the file you
wish to delete, and press the
MENU button.
2
Select “DELETE”,
the OK button.
3 Select “DELETE SINGLE”, and
press the OK button.
and press
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Full-HD
OK
OK
4
Select “DELETE”,
the OK button.
h If you press [G] or [H], the
screen to delete a different file
will appear.
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and press
5 When you are finished deleting files, press the MENU button.
h Pressing the MENU button 3 times will return you to the screen in step
2.
When you are finished using the camcorder...
Press the
POWER
button for at least 1 second to turn the camcorder off.
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Copy data from your camcorder to the computer
To USB/AV terminal
Supplied dedicated
USB interface cable
To USB connector
Connect your camcorder to a computer, and copy the desired data to the
computer.
1 Turn on the computer, and use the supplied dedicated USB interface
cable to connect your camcorder to the computer.
h Connect the cable between the camcorder’s USB/AV terminal and the
computer’s USB connector.
2 Turn on the camcorder (page 16).
h The USB Connection Screen appears on the camcorder’s monitor.
USB CONNECTION
COMPUTER
PRINTER
CANCEL
OK
OKCANCEL
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3 Select “COMPUTER”, and press the OK button.
h The screen to select the
computer connection mode
appears.
USB CONNECTION
You Tube
CARD READER
MTP
CANCEL
OK
OK
4 Select “CARD READER”, and press the OK button.
5 Copy data from your camcorder to a computer.
Dismounting the camcorder
CAUTION
i To disconnect your camcorder, be sure to follow the procedure below.
Failure to follow this procedure may cause faulty operation of your
computer or corrupt the files in your camcorder.
1 Left-click on the icon for safely removing hardware in the task tray.
h A list appears showing the devices connected to the computer’s USB
connector.
2 Left-click on the camcorder drive (E:).
h The camcorder can now be disconnected.
hThe drive name (E:) may be different on your computer.
HINT
About the application software
Concerning the application software, the following software is bundled in the
supplied DVD-ROM.
i ArcSoft MediaImpression 2
Watch movies and organize files.
With application installed, when your camcorder is connected to your
computer in the YouTube mode, the camcorder is ready to upload to
YouTube.
i MAGIX Movie Edit Pro 15 Plus Trial
For editing movies. 30-day trial version.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................... i
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES ...................................... 3
About the power plug ...................................................................... 5
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................... 6
ABOUT THE CARD ............................................................................... 7
Media cards that can be used with this camcorder ......................... 7
What “card” means in this manual .................................................. 7
SETUP
PARTS NAMES ..................................................................................... 8
INSTALLING THE CARD ..................................................................... 10
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK ..................................................... 12
About recharging .......................................................................... 15
About the temperature alert icon \ .......................................... 15
TURNING THE CAMCORDER ON AND OFF ..................................... 16
Turning on the camcorder ............................................................. 16
Turning off the camcorder ............................................................. 16
Turning on the camcorder when the power save (sleep) mode
is active ......................................................................................... 17
DATE AND TIME SETTING ................................................................. 19
SWITCHING BETWEEN THE RECORDING MODE AND
PLAYBACK MODE .......................................................................... 22
ACCESSING THE MENU SCREEN .................................................... 23
SHOOTING
VIDEO CLIP RECORDING .................................................................. 26
SHOOTING SINGLE SHOTS .............................................................. 27
SHOOT A STILL IMAGE WHILE RECORDING A VIDEO CLIP .......... 29
MACRO-PHOTOGRAPHY (ZOOM) .................................................... 31
PLAYBACK
PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS AND STILL IMAGES ......................... 32
How to save one frame from a video clip as a still image ............. 34
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CONNECTING TO A TV
CONNECTING TO A TV .......................................................................35
Connecting to a video input terminal .............................................36
Connecting to the HDMI terminal ..................................................36
PLAYING BACK ON A TV ....................................................................37
APPENDICES
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ..................................................38
OVERVIEW OF THE MENU SCREEN .................................................44
Recording Menu ............................................................................44
Playback Menu ..............................................................................50
Option Menu ..................................................................................52
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................56
Camcorder .....................................................................................56
Concerning the multi-indicator .......................................................57
Others ............................................................................................58
TOSHIBA SUPPORT ............................................................................59
REGULATORY INFORMATION ...........................................................60
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ..............................................................63
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
i Soft case: 1 i Software DVD + User’s
i Li-ion battery pack: 1 i AC adaptor and power plugs
i Dedicated USB interface
cable (page viii): 1
i Mini HDMI Cable: 1 i Handstrap: 1
Manual (DVD-ROM): 1
(page 13): 1
i Dedicated AV interface cable
(page 36): 1
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i Lens cap: 1 i Quick Start Guide
i Warranty Leaflet
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About the power plug
A power plug suitable for the destination country is provided for the AC
adaptor.
CAUTION
Do not use other AC/DC adaptors than the one bundled with your
device, as otherwise your device may be damaged.
k How to attach
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Do not drop, puncture or disassemble the camcorder; otherwise the
warranty will be voided.
2. Avoid all contact with water, and dry hands before using.
3. Do not expose the camcorder to high temperature or leave it in direct
sunlight. Doing so may damage the camcorder.
4. Use the camcorder with care. Avoid pressing hard on the camcorder
body.
5. For your own safety, avoid using the camcorder when there is a storm or
lighting.
6. Do not use batteries of different specifications. Doing so may lead to the
potential for serious damage.
7. Remove the battery during long periods between usages, as a
deteriorated battery may affect the functionality of the camcorder.
8. Remove the battery if it shows signs of leaking or distortion.
9. Use only the accessories supplied by the manufacturer.
10. Keep the camcorder out of the reach of infants.
CAUTION
11. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
12. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
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ABOUT THE CARD
Media cards that can be used with this camcorder
The type of card that can be inserted into and used with this camcorder is:
i SD Memory Card
i SDHC Memory Card
i SDXC Memory Card
What “card” means in this manual
i In this manual, SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC
Memory Cards that can be used in this camcorder are referred to as
“card”.
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PARTS NAMES
Lens
Monitor unit
* The tripod mounting hole is
on the bottom.
Speaker
LED light unit
Stereo microphone
Front
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
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DC IN terminal
MENU button
Monitor
OK button
Play [=] button
Card slot cover
Zoom switch
Arrow keys
[ ] button
Photo shooting
button
[ ] button
Video recording
button
POWER button
Arrow keys
Strap holder
Multi-indicator
Battery cover
Rear
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INSTALLING THE CARD
1 Open the card slot cover. 2 Insert the card.
3 Close the card slot cover.
2 Pull it out.
1 Push the card in.
Be sure to format a newly purchased card or one that was used in another
device before using it in your camcorder (page 11). If an unformatted card is
used, the card itself may become unusable.
Your camcorder has an internal memory, so you can record without a card
installed.
<When removing the card...>
SETUP
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CAUTION
Do not attempt to forcibly remove the card
i Doing so may damage the card or the stored files.
If the multi-indicator is flashing orange...
i Never remove the card when the multi-indicator is flashing orange, as
doing so may result in loss of files stored in the card.
HINT
To format a card
1 Insert the card in the camcorder, and press the POWER button (pages 10
and 16).
2 Set the camcorder to the NORMAL mode.
3 Press the MENU button.
4 Select the [E] tab, and press the OK button.
5 Select “FORMAT” and press the OK button.
iThe Format Screen appears. Follow the instructions on the screen to
format the card.
Shooting without a card installed
i When a card is installed, images are recorded to and played back from the
card. When no card is installed, images are recorded to and played back
from the camcorder ’s internal memory. When the camcorder is turned on
with no card installed, the internal memory icon is shown on the monitor
to let you know that the images you capture will be saved to the
camcorder’s internal memory.
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CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
2 Open
Battery cover
1 Push out
3 Insert the battery pack. 4 Close the battery cover.
Please charge the supplied battery pack before using it. Install the battery
pack in the camcorder, and connect the AC adaptor to charge the battery.
Power to the camcorder can also be supplied from a power outlet when the
AC adaptor is connected.
1 Open the battery cover.
.
2 Insert the battery pack, then replace the battery cover.
SETUP
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