DXG-580V HD
User’s Manual
DXG USA
Table of Contents
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder.
Make sure that you read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe
place for future reference.
About this manual
Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this
manual are correct and up to date. However, no guarantee is made
regarding the accuracy of the contents. If the contents of this
manual do not tally with the camera, please take the camera as a
criterion. We reserve the right to change the contents of this
manual and specifications of the product without prior notice.
If the accessories do not tally with the actual package, please take
the actual package as the criterion.
Copyright
© Copyright 2008.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated
into any language or computer language, in any form or by any
means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or
otherwise, without the prior written permission of the
manufacturer.
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Precautions
General precautions
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Do not use or store the product in dusty, dirty, or sandy areas,
as its components may be damaged.
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Do not store the product in a hot environment. High
temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage
batteries and warp or melt certain plastics.
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Do not store the product in cold areas. When the product
warms up to its normal temperature, moisture can form inside
and may damage the electronic circuits.
Do not attempt to open the casing or attempt your own repairs.
High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric
shock when exposed.
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Do not drop or knock the product. Rough handling may
damage the internal components.
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong
detergents to clean the product. Wipe the product with a
slightly damp soft cloth.
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Do not fire the flash while it is too close to the subject's eyes.
Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired
too close to the eyes. When using the flash, the camera should
be at least one meter from the eyes of the subject.
Do not open the battery cover while an image is being
recorded. Doing so will not only make storage of the current
image impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already
stored/saved in your camera or SD card.
If the product or any of its accessories are not working
properly, take them to your nearest qualified service center.
The personnel there will assist you and if necessary, arrange
for the product to be repaired.
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Test for proper operation before using the camera.
Notes on the LCD Screen
Caution must be observed when dealing with the fluid contained in
the LCD. Ensure that fluid does not leak if the screen becomes
cracked or damaged. If this occurs, follow these steps:
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If the fluid makes contact with skin, wipe it with a clean cloth
then rinse with a large amount of water.
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If the fluid makes contact with eyes, wash eyes with clean
water for at least 15 minutes and seek immediate medical
attention.
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If the fluid is swallowed, first rinse mouth with water, then
drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting. Seek
immediately medical attention.
Operation conditions
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This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
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Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas:
- In areas subject to direct sunlight
- In areas subject to high humidity or dust
- Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to
temperature extremes
- Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the sun.
- In areas subject to strong vibration
Power supply
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Use only the type of battery that came with your camera.
Using any other type of battery may damage the equipment
and invalidate the warranty.
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Ensure the battery is inserted correctly. Inserting the battery
incorrectly can cause damage to the product and possibly start
a fire.
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Remove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camera is
not going to be used for a long time.
If the battery is crushed or damaged, remove it immediately to
avoid the battery fluid leakage and abnormal expansion.
The camera can be used with either a Li-ion or four AAA size
batteries. Li-ion battery is recommended to use for longer
operation time.
Before You Start
Take some test shots before performing a formal
recording.
Before taking pictures with this DV camera in any important
occasion (such as a wedding ceremony or an overseas trip), do test
the DV camera beforehand to ensure that it functions properly. Any
additional loss caused by the malfunction of this product (such as
costs of photography or any loss of benefit generated by the
photography) is not the responsibility of the manufacturer and no
compensation will be given for it.
Copyright information
Take care to observe "No Photography" notices in certain locations.
In these cases, you cannot record any live performance,
improvisation or exhibits, even for personal purposes. Any transfer
of pictures or memory card data must be conducted under the
constraints of copyright law.
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1 Introducing the camera
Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the
video camera. This chapter also covers system requirements,
package contents, and descriptions of the hardware components.
1.1 System requirements
The video camera requires a PC with the following specifications:
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Windows® Vista / XP / 2000 operating system
Intel® Pentium 4 2.8GHz CPU or higher (3GHz recommended)
At least 512 MB of RAM or higher (1GB recommended)
Standard USB 1.1 port or higher
At least 64MB or greater video card
Note: A USB 1.1 port will enable you to transfer files to and
from your host PC, but transfer speeds will be much faster
with a USB 2.0 port.
1.2 Features
The video camera offers a variety of features and functions
including:
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HD Digital camcorder
Digital camera (max. 8 Mega pixels)
Additionally, the camera has 4X digital zoom, with USB mass
storage function.
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1.3 Unpacking the video camera
The following items should be present in the package. If any item is
missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
Video camera
Pouch
User manual
Component
USB cable
AV cable
Power cord
Video cable
Battery charger
Casio NP-40
CD-ROM
(Driver and application
software)
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See the table below for a description of each button’s function.
Button
Name
Function
Power
button
Press and hold to turn power on/off.
Menu
button
Press to display main OSD menus.
Use to toggle Movie, Photo, and SET
modes. In Movie mode, press the
REC.STOP button to start and stop
recording. In Movie Playback mode,
press the REC.STOP to pause/restart
playing.
Mode dial
z
In Photo and Movie modes, press
up and down to adjust the exposure
setting, and inwards to adjust the
flashlight setting.
z
In Photo Playback mode:
1. Press up and down to scroll
through stored images.
Scroll
wheel
2. When the image is zoomed in,
you can move the image
up/down or left/right. Press
inwards to switch between the
moving directions (up/down ↔
left/right).
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3. In the thumbnail mode, press up
and down to select the
thumbnail images and then press
inwards to view the image in full
screen mode.
In Movie Playback mode:
1. Press up and down to scroll
through stored movies, and
inwards to play/stop movie
playback.
z
2. In the thumbnail mode, press up
and down to select the video clip
and then press inwards to show
the video clip.
In SET mode, press up and down to
highlight menu items, and inwards
to select.
z
z
z
In Photo mode, press to take a
photo.
In Movie mode, you can also press
to take a photo before recording a
video clip.
Shutter
button
Macro
switch
Move the switch to the
enable Macro mode.
position to
Playback
button
In Movie and Photo modes, press to
enter playback mode.
Display
button
Press once to display all OSD icons.
Press again to turn all OSD icons off.
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z
z
In Photo and Movie modes, press
to zoom in and out.
In Photo Playback mode:
1.
Move the button to right
to zoom in your photo.
Move the button to left to
show all stored files in a
3x2 matrix thumbnail
view.
2.
Zoom
button
z
In Movie Playback mode:
1.
Move the button to left to
show all stored video clips
in a 3x2 matrix thumbnail
view.
2.
During video playback,
move the button to
increase or decrease the
playback volume.
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1.4.8
About the LEDs
The following table describes the camera LEDs:
LED
Color
Definition
Power /
Rec.
Green
Power-on
Green Blinking
Red
Recording
Camera busy
Self-timer is activated
Red Blinking
Red Blinking
Rapidly
2 seconds self-timer
remaining
Self-timer
Red Blinking
Self-timer is activated
Red Blinking
Rapidly
2 seconds self-timer
remaining
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2 Getting started
Read this section to learn how to start using the video camera. This
section covers basic functions such as switching on, inserting the
battery and memory cards, and configuring preliminary settings.
See later chapters for advanced functions.
2.1 Inserting an SD card (SD Card sold separately)
An SD card can be installed in the video camera to provide
additional storage space for still images, video clips, or other files.
1.
Open the LCD screen cover and open the SD card
compartment cover.
2.
Insert an SD card, making sure the contacts are facing
downwards.
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3.
Press down the SD card compartment cover.
4.
Push the SD card compartment cover inwards.
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2.2 Inserting the batteries
This video camera is designed to use a Li-ion or 4xAAA batteries.
Only use the batteries supplied or similar batteries recommended
by the manufacturer or your dealer.
Note: Install the battery exactly as described here. Installing
the battery incorrectly could cause damage to the camera and
possibly start a fire.
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2.
3.
Open the battery compartment cover.
Insert the battery as shown.
Close the battery compartment cover.
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2.3 Charging the battery
You can charge the battery with the charging unit provided.
Insert the battery to the battery charger and connect the power cord
to the battery charger.
2.4 Turning on the video camera
Press and hold the power button to turn the video camera on/off.
2.5 Changing modes
The video camera can operate in three modes, Movie, Photo,
and SET. Move the mode dial to toggle different modes.
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2.6 Before you start
Before you start using the video camera, some basic settings such as
date and time, languages and beep function need to be configured.
2.6.1
Setting the date and time
1.
Turn on the video camera, and move the mode dial to
SET. Move the scroll wheel up/ down to highlight Date /
Time. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
2.
Press the scroll wheel up/ down to highlight each field
and inwards to select a field.
3.
4.
Adjust each value by moving the scroll wheel up and
down. Press the scroll wheel inwards to save your
changes.
Press the scroll wheel down to highlight√ to leave the
date menu.
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2.6.2
Setting the language
1.
Turn on the video camera, and move the mode dial to
SET. Move the scroll wheel up/ down to highlight
Language. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
2.
Use the scroll wheel to select the following languages:
English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese,
German, Italian, Spanish, French, Turkish, Portuguese,
Dutch, Japanese, Russian, Korean, and Arabic. After the
language is selected, press the scroll wheel inwards to
confirm.
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2.7 Shoot/Playback video
2.7.1
Shooting a video clip
1.
Turn on the video camera and move the mode dial to
Movie mode.
Movie mode
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5.
Use the LCD screen to frame the video.
Press the REC.STOP button to start recording.
Press the REC.STOP button again to stop recording.
The video clip is automatically saved with a unique file
name.
Notes:
1. The maximum length of each video recording file
is 2GB.
2. The high-resolution settings result in larger files,
and therefore shorter length.
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3. The LCD preview and the ratio of a still-image
capture can vary depending on the different video
resolution settings. See the following table:
Taking pictures
and focusing
Video resolution
Preview
16:9 ratio
4:3 ratio
1080P (1440 x 1080)
720P (1280 x 720)
480P (720 x 480)
4:3 ratio
4:3 ratio
CIF (352 x 240)
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2.7.2
Playing the video clip
1.
In Movie mode, press the Playback button and the most
recent file displays on the LCD screen.
Movie playback
mode indicator
2.
Move the scroll wheel up and down to scroll through the
video clips. Press the scroll wheel inwards to play back
the video clip.
3.
4.
To pause while playing back the video clip, press the
REC. STOP button.
When viewing the video clip, press the Zoom button left
or right to adjust the volume.
5.
6.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to stop playing.
Press the Playback button again to return to Movie
mode.
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2.8.2
Viewing images
1.
In Photo mode, press the Playback button and the most
recent image displays on the LCD screen.
Playback mode
2.
3.
Press the scroll wheel up and down to scroll through the
images.
Press the Zoom button right to zoom in the picture. Then
you can move the image up/down or left/right by
pressing the scroll wheel, you can switch the directions
(up/down ↔ left/right) by pressing inwards the scroll
wheel.
4.
Press the Zoom button left fully zoomed out to view
thumbnails of all stored files and then press the scroll
wheel up and down to select the thumbnail images.
5.
6.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to view the image in full
screen mode.
Press the Playback button again to return to Photo mode.
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2.9 Connecting to a computer
Read this section to learn how to transfer files to a PC, show the
video clips or photos on TV/DVD.
Connect the video camera to a computer with the USB cable
provided.
2.10 Connecting to a standard TV
Connect the video camera to a standard TV as shown with the AV
cable provided.
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2.11 Connecting to a HDTV
Read this section to learn how to show the video clips or photos on
a HDTV. Connecting to a HDTV offers the high resolution for
displaying the video clips or photos.
Connect the video camera to a HDTV as shown with the component
video cable and AV cable provided.
HD in
AV in
HD out
Component
Video Cable
AV out
AV Cable
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3 Using the camera
Read this section to learn how to use the camera.
3.1 Movie and voice recorder mode
Use this mode to capture video clips or record voice and store them
in an internal memory or on an SD card.
3.1.1
Movie and voice recorder mode
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Movie
and voice recorder mode icons and symbols.
Movie mode
Voice recorder mode
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Movie mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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EV compensation indicator
Effect indicator
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Night mode indicator
White balance indicator
Remaining memory capacity
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Memory status indicator
: SD card indicator
: Internal memory indicator
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LED flash light indicator
Resolution indicator
Battery indicator
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Histogram indicator
Macro indicator
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Movie mode indicator
Zoom indicator
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Voice recorder mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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Memory status indicator
: SD card indicator
: Internal memory indicator
2
Remaining recording time indicator
Battery indicator
3
4
Voice recorder mode indicator
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3.1.2
Using the macro function
This function can capture subjects close to the lens. In macro mode,
subjects can be as close as 14-15 cm.
While in Photo or Movie and voice recorder modes, move the
Macro button on the side of the video camera to activate macro
function, and an icon
displays on the LCD screen.
Move the macro button again to return to normal mode.
3.1.3
Using the zoom function
The camera is equipped with 4x digital zoom.
Move the Zoom button to right to get closer to a subject.
Move the Zoom button to left to move away from a subject.
3.1.4
Using the LED flash light
Use the LED flash light to illuminate subjects in dark environments.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to toggle the LED flash light on or off.
An icon displays on the screen when activated.
3.1.5
Quick access controls
You can also make adjustments to exposure and lighting settings by
pressing the scroll wheel up and down or inwards.
In Movie and voice recorder and Photo modes, press the scroll
wheel up or down to adjust the EV compensation setting. Press the
scroll wheel inwards to choose lighting options.
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3.2 Photo mode
Use Photo mode to capture still pictures and store them in the
internal memory or on an SD card.
3.2.1
Photo mode icons
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Photo
mode icons and symbols.
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See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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Remaining number of photos
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EV compensation indicator
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Effect indicator
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Night mode indicator
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White balance indicator
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Memory status indicator
: SD card indicator
: Internal memory indicator
LED flash light indicator
File size indicator
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Battery indicator
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Histogram indicator
Macro indicator
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Self timer indicator
Photo mode indicator
Zoom indicator
3.2.2
Using the macro function
3.2.3
Using the zoom function
3.2.4
Using the LED flash light
3.2.5
Quick access controls
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3.3 Movie Playback mode
Use Movie Playback mode to review all the movie files stored in
the video camera.
3.3.1
Movie Playback mode icons
Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the
Movie Playback mode icons and symbols.
Movie mode
Voice recorder mode
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Movie mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
Displays the number of current movie /
total number of recorded video clips
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2
Volume level
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Memory status indicator
: SD card indicator
3
4
: Internal memory indicator
The length of every video clip
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Play/ Pause indicator
Battery status indicator
File protect indicator
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Movie playback mode icon
Displays the file number of the video clip
Voice Recorder mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
Displays the number of current audio/
total number of recorded audio clips
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2
Volume level
Memory status indicator
: SD card indicator
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4
: Internal memory indicator
The length of every audio clip
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Play/ Pause indicator
/
Press the scroll wheel inwards to play or
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stop the audio clips
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Battery status indicator
File protect indicator
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Voice playback mode
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Displays the file number of the audio clip
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3.4 Photo Playback mode
Use Photo Playback mode to review all the image files stored in the
video camera.
3.4.1
Photo Playback mode icons
Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Photo
Playback mode icons and symbols.
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5
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3
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
Displays the number of current image / the
total number of saved images
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Memory status indicator
: SD card indicator
: Internal memory indicator
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3
Displays the file number of the photo
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5
Battery status indicator
File protect indicator
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Playback mode icon
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) indicator
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3.5 Thumbnail mode
When in Photo Playback or Movie Playback modes, press the
zoom button left to show images as thumbnails.
1.
Turn on the video camera and make sure it is in Photo
Playback or Movie Playback mode.
2.
The most recent image /video clip displays on the screen.
Press the zoom button left to view six thumbnail images
/video clips on the LCD screen.
3.
4.
Press the scroll wheel up and down to highlight an image
or a video clip, and press inwards to view the image or
playback the video clip or voice file in full screen mode.
Press the zoom button left to return to thumbnail view.
3.6 USB mode
You can use USB mode to connect to a host PC.
When connecting to a host PC, the video camera displays as a
removable drive in Windows Explorer.
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4 Using the menus
Read this section to learn how to configure the camera settings and
use the advanced features.
4.1 Movie menu
When in Movie mode, press the MENU button to show the Movie
options menu.
4.1.1.White balance
Use this option to correct color difference for different lighting
conditions. When white balance is set to Auto, the video camera
automatically compensates for different lighting conditions.
1.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2.
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the White Balance option. Press the scroll
wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,
Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the scroll wheel inwards
to confirm.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.1.2.Video resolution
Use the resolution option to determine the resolution of the
captured video. The larger screen size requires more memory
storage space.
1.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2.
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Resolution option. Press the scroll wheel
inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select CIF, 480P, 720P, or 1080P.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
Notes:
1. The LCD displays the 16:9 ratio while setting as
480P/720P/1080P video resolution.
2. The LCD displays the 4:3 ratio while setting as CIF video
resolution.
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4.1.3.Color effect
The camera can capture videos in standard color, black and white,
and sepia tone.
1.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2.
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Effect option. Press the scroll wheel
inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select Color, B&W or Sepia. Press
the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.1.4.Night mode
Use this function to shoot a video clip with better quality in dark
environments.
1.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2.
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Night Mode option. Press the scroll wheel
inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select Off or Night mode option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.1.5.Capture mode
Use this function to select to record sounds or video clips.
1.
2.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Capture Mode option. Press the scroll
wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select Voice recorder or Movie
mode. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.2 Movie playback menu
Use the playback menu to manage the files stored in the internal
memory or on the SD card.
4.2.1
Delete
Use this function to delete files.
1.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU
button to display the Movie Playback menu.
2.
Use the scroll wheel to select Delete One or Delete All
options.
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again.
Use the scroll wheel to locate the file you want to delete and
press inwards to delete.
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If you select Delete All, press the scroll wheel inwards to
display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select √ and press the scroll wheel
inwards to delete.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered so make sure
you have a backup before you delete. Files that have been
protected will not be deleted. You have to unlock the files first
before deleting them.
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4.2.2
Protect
Use this function to lock files to prevent accidental deletion.
1.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU
button to display Movie Playback menu.
2.
Use the scroll wheel to select the Protect option. Then
playback screen appears again. Use the scroll wheel to
locate the file you want to protect and press inwards to
confirm. A lock
is protected.
icon is displayed to show that the file
Note: To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The lock icon
disappears when the file is unlocked.
3.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.3 Photo menu
In Photo mode, press the MENU button to show the Photo options
menu.
4.3.1
White balance
Use this option to correct color difference due to lighting
conditions.
1.
2.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the White Balance option. Press the scroll
wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,
Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the scroll wheel inwards
to confirm.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.3.2
Resolution
Use this option to set the size of the captured image. Larger images
contain more detail and therefore use more memory space.
1.
2.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Resolution option. Press the scroll wheel
inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select from 3M, 5M, or 8M. Press
the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.3.3
Color effect
The camera can capture images in standard color, black and white,
and sepia tone.
1.
2.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Effect option. Press the scroll wheel
inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select Color, B & W, or Sepia.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.3.4
Night mode
Use this function to shoot a better video clip quality in dark
environments.
1.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie
mode.
2.
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Night Mode option. Press the scroll wheel
inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select Off or Night mode option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.3.5
Self-timer
Use the self timer function to take a photo of yourself.
1.
2.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to
highlight the Self-timer option. Press the scroll wheel
inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select Off, 5 seconds, or 10
seconds options. Press the scroll wheel inwards to
confirm.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.4 Photo playback menu
4.4.1
Delete
Use this function to delete files.
1.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU
button to display the Photo Playback menu.
2.
Use the scroll wheel to select the Delete One or Delete
All options.
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again.
Use the scroll wheel to locate the file you want to delete and
press inwards to delete.
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If you select Delete All, press the scroll wheel inwards to
display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select √ and then press the scroll
wheel inwards to delete.
4.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered so make sure
you have a backup before you delete. Files that have been
protected will not be deleted. You have to unlock the files first
before deleting them.
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4.4.2
Protect
Use this function to protect files.
1.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU
button to display the Photo Playback menu.
2.
Use the scroll wheel to select the Protect option. Then
playback screen appears again. Use the scroll wheel to
locate the file you want to protect and press inwards to
confirm. A lock
is protected.
icon is displayed to show that the file
Note: To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The lock icon
disappears when the file is unlocked.
3.
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.
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4.4.3
Slide show
The camera includes a slide show function, which displays each
image in turn with a regular interval between pictures.
1.
2.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU
button to display the Photo Playback menu.
Use the scroll wheel to select the Autoplay option and
press the scroll wheel inwards. The images will be
displayed automatically.
3.
Press the Menu button to stop the slide show.
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4.4.4
DPOF
Use the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) function to tag pictures
stored in the memory card with print information.
1.
2.
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU
button to display the Photo Playback menu.
Use the scroll wheel to highlight the DPOF option. Press
the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select √ and press the MENU
button. A DPOF
icon is displayed to show that the
file is ordered to print.
4.
Press the Playback button again to exit the image.
Notes:
1.A memory card is required for DPOF function.
2.If DPOF is set, all photos are ordered to print.
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4.5 System menu
The system menu is used to configure miscellaneous camera
functions.
4.5.1
Setting the beep
4.5.2
Histogram mode
Use this function to display a histogram graph on LCD screen. This
function can help you capture a better photo/video clip.
1.
2.
Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Histogram option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select Histogram or Off options.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
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4.5.3
Auto power off
Use this function to switch the camera off automatically after a
period of inactivity for power saving.
1.
2.
Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Auto Power Off
option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the
submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select Off, 1 minute, or 5 minutes.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
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4.5.4
TV standard
Use the TV option to set the TV system for the area.
1.
2.
Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
Use the scroll wheel to highlight the TV standard option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select NTSC or PAL, and press the
scroll wheel inwards to confirm.
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4.5.5
Format
Use this function to format the current storage media. This format
action will delete everything on the media.
1.
2.
Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Format option. Press
the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select X or √, and press the scroll
wheel inwards to confirm.
4.
The current media (memory card or internal memory) is
formatted.
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4.5.6
Default
Use this option to reset all settings to the default settings.
1.
2.
Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Default option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll wheel to select X or √, and press the scroll
wheel inwards to confirm.
4.5.7
Language
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4.5.8
Frequency
Use the Frequency option to set the frequency system for your area.
To set the frequency:
1.
2.
Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.
Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Frequency option.
Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.
3.
Use the scroll to select 50 Hz or 60 Hz. Press the scroll
wheel inwards to confirm.
4.5.9
Date/time
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5 Installing the software
Read this section to learn how to install the software for the camera.
5.1 NewSoft VideoWorks
Presto! Video Works is an advanced software application for
editing video.
To install NewSoft VideoWorks:
1.
2.
Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive.
If the CD-ROM does not automatically boot, use
Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr.exe file in
the root directory.
The following screen is displayed.
Install button
3.
Click the Install button to begin the installation process
and follow the instructions on-screen.
More information about NewSoft VideoWorks can be found in the
help files when the application is started.
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5.2 NewSoft Mr. Photo
NewSoft Mr. Photo is an advanced photo editing software
application.
To install NewSoft Mr. Photo:
1.
2.
Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive.
If the CD-ROM does not automatically boot, use
Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr.exe file in
the root directory.
The following screen is displayed.
Install button
3.
Click the Install button to begin the installation process
and follow the instructions on-screen.
More information about NewSoft Mr. Photo can be found in the
help files when the application is started.
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5.3 Quick Time
Quick Time is an easy-to-use application for playing the video clips
stored in the camera or on the SD/MMC card.
To install the Quick Time:
1.
2.
Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive.
If the CD-Rom does not automatically boot, use Window
Explore to execute the InstalMgr.exe file in the root
directory.
The following screen is displayed:
Install button
3.
Click the Install button to begin the installation process
and follow the instructions on-screen.
More information about Quick Time can be found in the help files
when the application is started.
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Appendix
Specifications
General
Imaging sensor
Active pixels
1/2.5” CMOS 5.0 Megapixel sensor
5.0 Megapixel
Storage media
Internal: Built-in 32 MB flash memory
(15 MB for storage)
External: SD Card, SDHC compatible
Sensor sensitivity Auto
Color effects
Lens
Color/B&W/Sepia
Fixed lens
Wide: F/3.2, f=7.5mm
Focus range
Still image
Normal: 1.5m~infinity
Macro: 14~15cm
Formats: JPEG (EXIF), DPOF
Resolution: 3MP, 5MP, 8MP
(Firmware interpolation)
Quality: Auto
Movie clips
Format: H.264 (MOV)
Resolution: QVGA, WVGA, 720P,
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General
1080P (1440 x 1080/30 fps)
Quality: Auto
Zoom
Movie: Digital Zoom 4X (1080P, 2X
Digital Zoom)
Camera: Digital Zoom 4X
Still Image Playback: Digital Zoom 8X
(max.)
Audio Recording Yes
TFT Monitor
3.0” TFT (960 x 240 pixels)
LED Flash Light < 1.0m range
Movie: On / Off
Camera: On / Off
White balance
Auto/Sunny/Cloudy/Tungsten/
Fluorescent
EV compensation -2.0 EV~+2.0 EV
Self-timer
Off, 5, 10 seconds
PC interface
TV out format
MSDC: USB 2.0 (high speed)
NTSC/PAL
Shutter
Electronic Shutter
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General
1~1/2000 second
Auto power off
Power supply
Dimension
Weight
Off, 1 min., 5 min.
Li-ion battery NP-40
41 (W) x 68 (H) x 111 (D) mm
Approx. 227g+-5g (without
batteries)
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Cannot turn on The batteries are
•
•
Insert the
batteries
correctly. (See
the video
camera.
not inserted
correctly.
The batteries
have no power.
Replace the
batteries
The camera
suddenly turns function was
off.
The auto power off
•
•
Turn the power
on again.
enabled.
Replace the
batteries.
The camera is
running out of
battery power.
The captured
image is not
stored in
Before the image
is saved the
power has been
cut off.
When the battery
indicator turns red,
replace the
memory.
batteries
immediately.
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The camera
turns off while running out of
taking a photo
with self timer
function.
The camera is
•
•
Replace the
batteries.
battery power.
The image is
out of focus.
The subject is
beyond focus
range.
Please take a
picture within
the available
focus range and
choose normal
or macro mode.
(See 3.2.2 Using
function).
Memory card
cannot be
used.
The memory
card is protected.
•
•
Unlock the
memory card.
The memory
card contains
non-DCF images
taken by other
cameras.
Format the
memory card.
(See 4.5.5
Format.) Before
formatting the
card, ensure you
back up the
files.
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All buttons are Short circuit
•
Remove the
inactive.
occurred when
connecting the
camera with other
devices.
batteries from the
camera and insert
again.
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