DXG-A85V HD
User’s Manual
DXG USA
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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 2009.
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;
this 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 camcorder
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 in file.
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 camcorder.
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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 camcorder 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 camcorder 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 camcorder.
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 camcorder
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.
Before You Start
Take some test shots before performing a formal
recording.
Before taking pictures with this camcorder in any important
occasion (such as a wedding ceremony or an overseas trip), do test
the camcorder 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 Introduction
Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the
camcorder. This chapter also covers system requirements, package
contents, and description of the hardware components.
1.1 System requirements
The camcorder requires a PC with the following specifications:
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Operating System : Windows XP SP2 32/64bit, Vista 32/64bit
and Windows7 32/64bit
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CPU: Intel/AMD Dual-Core or above
Memory: At least 1GB or above
Graphic Card: DirectX 9 is must, DirectX 10 is
recommendation
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Interface: Standard USB 1.1 Port or Higher
Hard Disk: At least 2GB of Available Disk Space
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Note:
A USB 1.1 port may enable you to transfer files to and from
your host PC, but transfer speeds may be much faster with a
USB 2.0 port.
1.2 Features
The camcorder offers a variety of features and functions including:
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Full HD 1080p (30fps.)
3.0 TFT LCD Touch Display (16:9)
12X Optical Zoom, 10X Digital Zoom
Li-ion Battery NP120
Excellent AE performance by continuous IRIS
Supports Dual-Video Capture
Supports Face Detection
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Support Auto Focus (AF) Lock function
Support Manual Focus (MF) function
1.3 Unpacking the camcorder
The following items should be present in the package. If any item is
missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
Camcorder
Pouch
User manual
USB cable
DC-in adapter
(optional)
Battery charger
Power cord
AV cable
HDMI cable
(optional)
Remote control
(optional)
Li-ion battery
NP-120
CD-ROM
(Application software)
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See the table below for a description of each button’s function.
Button
Name
Function
Power
button
Press to turn power on/off.
Menu
button
Press to display main OSD menus.
Use to turn Camcorder, Camera, and
SET modes.
Mode dial
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1. Move up/ down to adjust the
exposure settings.
2. Move right to enable the MF
function. The MF icon
appears on the LCD screen when
enabled.
3. Press the joystick to enable AF
Joystick
Lock. The AF Lock icon
appears on the screen.
4. Move left to adjust the white
balance settings.
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1. Move right and left to view the
stored images.
2. When the image is zoomed in,
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direction keys appear on the LCD
screen. You may press the joystick
to move the image.
(up/down ↔ left/right).
3. Move the joystick up to enter the
Thumbnail mode.
4. In the Thumbnail mode, move
up, down, left, right to select the
thumbnail images and then press
the center joystick button to view
the image in full screen mode.
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1. Press right and left to view the
stored video clips and press the
center joystick button to play/
stop the video clips.
2. In Playing mode, move right to
fast-forward a video clip and
move left to rewind a video clip.
3. Move the joystick up to enter the
Thumbnail mode.
4. In the Thumbnail mode, move
up, down, left, right to select a
desired video clip and then press
the center joystick button to show
the video clip.
z In SET mode, press left and right to
highlight menu items and press the
center joystick button to confirm.
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z In Camera mode, press to take a
photo.
Shutter
button
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also press to take a photo before and
during recording a video clip.
REC/Stop
button
z In Camcorder mode, press to start
recording a video clip.
Playback
button
In Camcorder and Camera mode, press
to enter playback mode.
Display
button
Press once to turn off all OSD icons and
press again to display all OSD icons off.
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press right/ left to zoom in and out.
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right to zoom in your photo.
Zoom
button
z In Camcorder Playback mode, press
right/left to increase or decrease the
volume of the video clip you are
playing.
z In Camcorder and Camera modes,
press the button to turn on/ off the
increase light.
LED light
button
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Flash
button
z In Camera modes, press the button
to switch between the flash modes.
z Slide the latch to open the battery
card cover when you insert/remove
the battery.
Battery
cover latch
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2 Getting started
Read this section to learn how to start using the camcorder. 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 camcorder to provide additional
storage space for still images, video clips, or other files.
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Open the LCD screen cover and open the SD card
compartment cover.
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Insert an SD card, making sure the contacts are facing
downwards.
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Close the SD card compartment cover.
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2.2 Inserting the battery
This camcorder is designed to use a rechargeable Li-ion battery.
Only use the batteries supplied or similar batteries recommended
by the manufacturer or your dealer.
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Install the battery exactly as described here. Installing the
battery incorrectly could cause damage to the camcorder and
possibly start a fire.
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Slide the battery cover latch as shown, the battery cover
opens automatically.
Insert the battery as shown.
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Close the battery cover.
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2.3 Charging the battery
You can charge the battery with the charging unit provided. Follow
the steps below to charge your battery.
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Insert the Li-ion battery into the charging bay. Connect
one end of the power cord to the charging unit and then
plug the other end to the wall outlet as shown.
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The red LED will light up for proper charging.
After full charge, the LED turns to green.
It takes about 290 minutes to achieve full charge. Actual
charging time depends on current battery capacity and
charging conditions.
2.4 Turning on/ off the camcorder
Press and hold the power button to turn the camcorder on/off.
2.5 Changing modes
The camcorder can operate in three modes,
Camcorder, Camera, and SET. Move the mode dial
to toggle different modes.
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2.6 Before you start
Before you start using the camcorder, some basic settings such as
date and time, languages and beep function need to be configured.
2.6.1
Setting the date and time
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Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight Date / Time. Press the center joystick button to
confirm.
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Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight each field.
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Adjust each value by moving the joystick up, down, or
tap the
tap
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to save your changes and leave the Date/
Time menu.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
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2.6.2
Setting the language
1.
Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight Language. Press the center joystick button to
enter the Language menu.
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Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select
the following languages: English, Japanese, French,
Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Simplified Chinese,
Traditional Chinese, Korean, Turkish, German, Russian,
and Arabic. Move the joystick up and down or tap
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to go to the previous/next page. After the
language is selected, press the center joystick button or
tap to confirm.
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Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
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2.6.3
Setting the beep
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Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight Beep. Press the center joystick button to enter
the Beep menu.
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Move the joystick left and right to select Beep Off or
Beep On options. Press the center joystick button to
confirm.
Notes:
Remove the LCD protective film to increase the
sensitivity of the touch panel.
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2.7 Shoot/Playback video
2.7.1
Shooting a video clip
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Turn on the camcorder and move the mode dial to
Camcorder mode.
Camcorder mode
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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 approximately 3.75 GB.
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
WQVGA
WVGA
4:3 ratio
720P
1080P
4. Before shooting a video clip, you can still take a
photo in Camcorder mode.
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2.7.2
Playing the video clip
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In Camcorder mode, press the Playback button. The most
recent file displays on the LCD screen.
Camcorder playback
mode indicator
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Move the joystick right and left to or tap
select a desired video clip and press the center joystick
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button or
. The video clip starts playing.
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Move the joystick left or tap
clip and move the joystick right or tap
forward 2x, 4x, and 8x.
to rewind the video
to fast
Press the REC/ STOP button or tap
to pause the
video playback. Press the REC/ STOP button again or tap
to resume the video playback.
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When viewing the video clip, move the Zoom button left
or right to adjust the volume.
Press the center joystick button or tap
to stop
playing. Tap
playback. Tap
2x speeds. Tap
to view the video clip in 1/2 x slow
twice to toggle between 1/2x and
then tap
to toggle among
1/4, 1/8 & 1/16 speeds.
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Press the Playback button again to return to Camcorder
mode.
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8.
During playback, press the zoom button left or right to
adjust volume.
2.8 Taking/viewing pictures
2.8.1
Taking a still picture
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Turn on the camcorder and move the Mode Dial to
Camera mode.
Camera mode
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Use the LCD screen to frame the picture.
Press the Shutter button to capture the image.
The picture is automatically saved with a unique file
name.
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2.8.2
Viewing images
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In Camera mode, press the Playback button. The most
recent image displays on the LCD screen.
Camera
Playback mode
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Press the joystick right and left or tap
scroll through the images.
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to
Move the Zoom button right to zoom in the picture.
There are four direction keys appears on the LCD screen.
You may use the joystick to pan across the picture.
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Move the joystick up fully or tap
thumbnails of all stored images.
to view the
Move the joystick left and right to select an image. Move
the joystick up and down or tap
the previous/next page
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to go to
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Press the Playback button again to return to Camera
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 a TV.
Connect the camcorder to a computer with the USB cable provided.
2.10 Connecting to a standard TV
Connect the camcorder 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 camcorder to a HD TV as shown with the HDMI cable
provided.
HD in
HDMI cable
HD out
Notes:
When connected to an HDTV, dual video output is
supported. You can view videos on the TV and operate
the LCD panel at the same time.
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3 Using the camcorder
Read this section to learn how to use the camcorder.
3.1 Camcorder mode
Use this mode to capture video clips or record voice and store them
on an SD card.
3.1.1
Camcorder mode
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the
Camcorder mode icons and symbols.
Camcorder mode
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Camcorder mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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Recording time elapsed
Memory status indicator
: SD card in
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Stabilizer indicator
Dual video indicator
Color effect indicator
Quality indicator
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Auto Focus (AF) lock or Manual Focus (MF)
indicator
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LED light indicator
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Menu indicator. Tap to enter the video menu.
Battery indicator
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EV compensation indicator
White balance indicator
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Video resolution indicator
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Camcorder mode indicator
Zoom indicator
3.1.2
Using AF Lock
The Auto Focus (AF) Lock function is used to lock focus on a
desired image.
1. Press the OK button to enable AF Lock. The AF Lock icon
appears on screen.
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2. Aim the camera on your desired subject.
3. Press the REC button to record video or the shutter
button to capture image.
3.1.3
Using Manual Focus
The Manual Focus (MF) function is used to manually set the focus.
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Press right repeatedly until MF is displayed on screen.
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Aim the camera on your desired subject.
Move the zoom buttons left or right to manually adjust
focus.
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Note: To zoom in or out the image, tap the
icon on the
screen. The icon is displayed, move the zoom
buttons left or right. To toggle back to MF mode, tap the
icon again.
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Press the REC button to record video or the shutter
button to capture image.
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3.1.4
Using the zoom function
The camcorder is equipped with 5x optical zoom and 10X digital
zoom.
Move the Zoom button right to get closer to a subject.
Move the Zoom button left to move away from a subject.
3.1.5
Using the LED light
Use the LED light to illuminate subjects in dark environments.
Press the LED Light button to switch on the flash light and press
again to switch it off.
3.1.6
Using the Flash module, auto and force
Use the auto and force flash module to illuminate subjects in dark
environments when press the shutter button.
You may switch the auto and force flash module by toggling the
Flash button. The
or
displays on your camcorder when
activated.
3.1.7
Using the Stabilizer function
Use the Stabilizer function to reduce vibration caused by camcorder
shanks during a video shoot.
3.1.8
Quick access controls
You can also make adjustments to exposure by pressing the joystick
up and down.
In Camcorder and Camera modes, press the joystick up and down
to adjust the EV compensation settings. Press the joystick left to
choose white balance settings.
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3.2 Camera mode
Use Camera mode to capture still pictures and store them in the
on an SD card.
3.2.1
Camera mode icons
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camera
mode icons and symbols.
Camera mode
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See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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Remaining number of photos
Memory status indicator
: SD card in
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Aspect ratio indicator
Self-timer indicator
Stabilizer indicator
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Face tracking indicator
Color effect indicator
Quality indicator
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Auto Focus (AF) lock or Manual Focus (MF)
indicator
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LED light indicator
Flash indicator
Menu indicator. Tap to enter the camera
menu.
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Battery indicator
EV compensation indicator
White balance indicator
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Video resolution indicator
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Camera mode indicator
Zoom indicator
3.2.2
Using AF Lock
3.2.3
Using Manual Focus
3.2.4
Using the zoom function
See section 3.1.4 “Using the zoom function”.
3.2.5
Using the LED light module
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3.2.6
Using the Flash module, auto and force
3.2.7
Using the Stabilizer function
3.2.8
Quick access controls
3.3 Camcorder Playback mode
Use Camcorder Playback mode to review all the movie files stored
on the SD card.
3.3.1
Camcorder Playback mode icons
Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the
Camcorder Playback mode icons and symbols.
Camcorder playback mode
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Camcorder mode:
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
Displays the elapsed time while playing
the video clip
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Fast forward icon. Tap to fast forward the
video clip
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Slow motion icon. Tap to play the video in
slow motion
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Stop icon. Tap to stop the video.
Pause icon. Tap to pause the video.
Rewind icon. Tap to rewind the video.
File protect indicator
Camcorder playback mode icon
Displays the file number of the video clip
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Camera Playback mode
Use Camera Playback mode to review all the image files stored in
the camcorder.
3.3.2
Camera Playback mode icons
Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the
Camera Playback mode icons and symbols.
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See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
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Next icon. Tap to go to the next image.
Thumbnail icon. Tap to display images in
thumbnail.
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Menu icon. Tap to display the playback menu.
Back icon. Tap to return to the previous image.
Camera playback mode icon.
File number indicator
File protect indicator
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3.4 Thumbnail mode
When in Camera Playback or Camcorder Playback modes, move
the joystick up or tap
to show images as thumbnails.
1.
2.
Turn on the camcorder and make sure it is in Camera
Playback or Camcorder Playback mode.
The most recent image /video clip displays on the screen.
Move the joystick up or tap
to view six thumbnail
images /video clips on the LCD screen.
3.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen
highlight an image or a video clip. Move the joystick up
and down or tap
/
to go to the
previous/next page.
4.
5.
Press the center joystick button or tap the screen to view
the image or playback the video clip in full screen mode.
Move the joystick up or tap
thumbnail view.
to return to
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4 Using the menus
Read this section to learn how to configure the camcorder settings
and use the advanced features.
4.1 Camcorder menu
When in Camcorder mode, press the Menu button or tap
to
show the camcorder options menu.
4.1.1.Video resolution
Use the resolution option to determine the resolution of the
captured video. The larger screen size requires more memory
storage space.
1.
2.
3.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the
Camcorder menu.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the Resolution option. Press the center joystick
button to display the submenu.
4.
Press the joystick left and right to select 1080i/60FPS,
1080P/30FPS, 720P/60FPS, 720P/30FPS, WVGA/60FPS,
WVGA/30FPS, or WQVGA/240FPS. Press the center
joystick button to confirm and exit the submenu.
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5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
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In 1080P mode, you can capture a photo when the
video is recording. The still image resolution is
2560*1440.
4.1.2.Video quality
There are two different levels of video quality setting. Higher
quality video needs more memory storage space.
1.
2.
3.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the
Camcorder menu.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the Quality option. Press the center joystick
button to display the submenu.
4.
Press the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select
the desired option. Press the center joystick button to
confirm and exit the submenu.
5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
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4.1.3.White balance
Use this option to correct color difference for different lighting
conditions. When white balance is set to Auto, the camcorder
automatically compensates for different lighting conditions.
1.
2.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the
Camcorder menu
3.
4.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the White Balance menu. Press the center
joystick button to display the submenu.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Auto,
Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the
center joystick button to confirm and exit the submenu.
5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
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4.1.4.Color effect
The camcorder can capture standard color images, black and white
images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look.
1.
2.
3.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the
Camcorder menu
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the Effect menu. Press the center joystick
button to display the submenu.
4.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Natural,
B&W, or Sepia. Press the center joystick button to
confirm and exit the submenu.
5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
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4.1.5.Stabilizer
Use this function to reduce vibration caused by camcorder shakes
during a video shoot.
1.
2.
3.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the
Camcorder menu
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the Stabilizer menu. Press the center joystick
button to display the submenu.
4.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Off or
Stabilizer options. Press the center joystick button to
confirm and exit the submenu.
5.
6.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
An icon
displays on the screen.
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4.1.6.Dual Video mode
Use this function to record two deferent resolution video clips at
same time.
1.
2.
3.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the
Camcorder menu
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the Dual Video menu. Press the center joystick
button to display the submenu.
4.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Off,
1080P/WQVGA, or 720P/ WQVGA . Press the center
joystick button to confirm and exit the submenu.
5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
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Note:
Select to capture two simultaneous video files. Use
1080P(30fps) or WQVGA(30fps) to easily upload
videos to YouTube or Facebook.
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Note:
When this dual video function is enabled, the still
image resolution for 720 mode is 1280x720 and 1080
mode is 1920x1080.
4.2 Camcorder playback menu
Use the playback menu to manage the files stored on the SD card.
4.2.1 Delete
Use this function to delete files.
1.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode. Press the Playback button and then press the
Menu button or tap
to display the Camcorder
Playback menu.
2.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select
Delete One or Delete All options.
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again.
Move the joystick right and left or tap to locate
/
the file you want to delete and press the center joystick button
to confirm.
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If you select Delete All, a prompt appears on screen for
confirmation. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen
to select the desired option. Press the center joystick button to
confirm. All files stored in memory will be deleted.
3.
Press the Menu button or tap
to exit the menu.
z 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 camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode. Press the Playback button and then press the
Menu button or tap
to display Camcorder
Playback menu.
2.
3.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select
Protect menu. Press the center joystick button to display
the submenu.
Then playback screen appears again. Move the joystick or
tap
/
to locate the file you want to protect.
to protect
icon is displayed to show
Press the center joystick button or tap
or unprotect the file. A lock
that the file is protected.
4.
Press the Menu button again or tap
menu.
to exit the
z Note:
To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The
icon disappears when the file is unlocked.
lock
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4.2.3 Autoplay
This camcorder includes an Autoplay function, which plays each
video clip in turn.
1.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder
mode. Press the Playback button and then press the
Menu button or tap
to display Camcorder
Playback menu.
2.
3.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select
Autoplay menu. Press the center joystick button to
display the submenu.
Move the joystick right and left or tap the screen to select
the desired options. Press the center joystick button to
confirm.
4.
Press the Menu button again or tap
menu.
to exit the
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4.3 Camera menu
In Camera mode, press the Menu button to show the Camera
Options menu.
4.3.1 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 camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the Camera
menu
3.
4.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the Resolution menu. Press the center joystick
button to display the submenu.
Move the joystick left and right to select from 12M, 10M,
5M, 2M, 10M burst or 2M burst. Press the center joystick
button to confirm.
5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
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4.3.2 Photo Quality
There are two different levels of video quality setting. Higher
quality video needs more memory storage space.
1.
2.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the Camera
menu.
3.
4.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the Quality option. Press the center joystick
button to display the submenu.
Press the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select
the desired option. Press the center joystick button to
confirm and exit the submenu.
5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
4.3.3 White balance
Use this option to correct color difference due to lighting
conditions.
1.
2.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the Camera
menu.
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3.
4.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the White Balance option. Press the center
joystick button to display the submenu.
Move the joystick left and right to select Auto, Sunny,
Cloudy, Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the center
joystick button to confirm.
5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
4.3.4 Color effect
The camcorder can capture standard color images, black and white
images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look.
1.
2.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the Camera
menu.
3.
4.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the Effect menu. Press the center joystick
button to display the submenu.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Natural,
B&W, or Sepia. Press the center joystick button to
confirm and exit the submenu.
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5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
4.3.5 Self-timer
Use the self timer function to take a photo of yourself.
1.
2.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the Camera
menu.
3.
4.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the Self-timer menu. Press the center joystick
button to display the submenu.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Off, 5
seconds, or 10 seconds options. Press the center joystick
button to confirm.
5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
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4.3.6 Aspect Ratio
Use the aspect ratio function to adjust the aspect ratio of the
display.
1.
2.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the Camera
menu.
3.
4.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the Aspect Ratio menu. Press the center joystick
button to display the submenu.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to select 4:3, 16:9,
or 3:2 options. Press the center joystick button to confirm.
5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
4.3.7 Face Detection
Use the face detection function to detect faces to capture photo.
1.
2.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Menu button or tap
to enter the Camera
menu.
3.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to
highlight the Face Detection menu. Press the center
joystick button to display the submenu.
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4.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to select on or off.
Press the center joystick button to confirm.
5.
Press the Enter button to exit the menu.
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4.4 Camera playback menu
4.4.1 Delete
Use this function to delete files.
1.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu
button or tap
menu.
to display the Camera Playback
2.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select
Delete One or Delete All options.
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again.
Move the joystick right and left or tap to locate
the file you want to delete and press the center joystick button
or tap to confirm.
/
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If you select Delete All, a prompt appears on screen for
confirmation. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen
to select the desired option. Press the center joystick button to
confirm. All files stored in memory will be deleted.
3.
Press the Menu button or tap
to exit the menu.
z 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 lock files to prevent accidental deletion.
1.
2.
3.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu
button or tap
to display Camera Playback menu.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select
Protect menu. Press the center joystick button to display
the submenu.
Then playback screen appears again. Move the joystick or
tap
/
to locate the file you want to protect.
to protect
icon is displayed to show
Press the center joystick button or tap
or unprotect the file. A lock
that the file is protected.
4.
Press the Menu button again or tap
menu.
to exit the
z Note:
To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The
icon disappears when the file is unlocked.
lock
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4.4.3 Autoplay
The camcorder includes a slide show function, which displays each
image in turn with a regular interval between pictures.
1.
2.
3.
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu
button or tap
to display Camera Playback menu.
Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select
Autoplay menu. Press the center joystick button to
display the submenu.
Move the joystick right and left or tap the screen to select
the desired options. Press the center joystick button to
confirm. The images are displayed automatically.
4.
Press the Menu button again or tap
menu.
to exit the
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4.5 System menu
The system menu is used to configure miscellaneous camcorder
functions.
4.5.1
Setting the beep
4.5.2 Auto power off
Use this function to switch the camcorder off automatically after a
period of inactivity for power saving.
1.
2.
Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.
Move the joystick left and right or tap highlight the Auto
Power Off option. Press the center joystick button to
display the submenu.
3.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to select Off, 5
minute, or 10 minutes. Press the center joystick button to
confirm.
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4.5.3 TV standard
Use the TV option to set the TV system for the area.
1.
2.
Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to highlight the TV
standard option. Press the center joystick button to
display the submenu.
3.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to select NTSC or
PAL, and press the center joystick button to confirm.
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4.5.4 Format
Use this function to format the current storage media. This format
action will delete everything on the media.
1.
2.
Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to highlight the
Format option. Press the center joystick button to display
the submenu.
3.
Move the joystick left and right or tap to select X or √, and
press the center joystick button to confirm.
4.
The current media (memory card) is formatted.
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4.5.5 Default
Use this option to reset all settings to the default settings.
1.
2.
Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.
Move the joystick left and right highlight the Default
option. Press the center joystick button to display the
submenu.
3.
Move the joystick left and right to select X or √, and press
the center joystick button to confirm.
4.5.6 Language
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4.5.7 Frequency
Use the Frequency option to set the frequency system for your area.
To set the frequency:
1.
2.
Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.
Move the joystick left and right to highlight the
Frequency option. Press the center joystick button to
display the submenu.
3.
Move the joystick left and right to select 50 Hz or 60 Hz.
Press the center joystick button to confirm.
4.5.8 Date/time
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Appendix
Specifications
General
Imaging
sensor
1/2.3” CMOS 10.0 Megapixel sensor
10.0 Megapixel
Active pixels
Storage media Internal: Built-in 128MB Flash Memory
External: SD Card (Up to SDHC 16GB
Class6)
Sensor
Auto
sensitivity
Color effects Natural/B&W/Sepia
12X Optical zoom lens
Wide: F1.85, f=6.3mm
Tele: F3.1, f=75.6mm (36-428mm
equivalent to 35mm)
Lens
9G13E with ND filter
Normal: 10cm ~ inf. (Wide) 90cm ~inf.
(Tele)
Focus range
Macro: 10cm ~ 90cm
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General
Still image
Formats: JPEG (EXIF2.2), DCF
Resolution: 2M, 5M, 10M, 12M, 20M
(Firmware interpolation)
Continuous Shots: 10M, Max. 7
photos/sec; 2M, Max. 30 photos/sec.
Movie clips
Zoom
Format: H.264 (MOV)
Resolution: WQVGA (240fps), WVGA
(30fps), WVGA (60fps), 720p (30fps), 720p
(60fps), 1080p (30fps)
Movie: 12X Optical Zoom, 10X Digital
Zoom
Camera: 12X Optical zoom, 10X Digital
zoom
Playback: Still Image (8X)
TFT Monitor 3.0” TFT (960 x 240 pixels) (16:9)
Effective Range: 0.5m ~ 1m
Mode: On / Off
LED light
(Video)
Mode: Auto / Forced / Off
Strobe
(Camera)
White balance Auto/Sunny/Cloudy/Tungsten/
Fluorescent
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General
EV
-2.0 EV~+2.0 EV
compensation
Self-timer
Off, 5, 10 seconds
PC interface
MSDC: USB 2.0 (high speed)
TV out format NTSC/PAL/ HDMI
Shutter
Still: 1/2-1/2000
Video: 1/30-1/4000
Auto power
off
Off, 5 min., 10 min
Li-Ion battery NP-120 battery/DC-in via
USB
Power supply
Dimension
Weight
67 (W) x 71.6 (H) x 128.7 (D) mm
Approx. 328+-5g (without batteries)
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Cannot turn on The batteries are
the camcorder. not inserted
correctly.
•
•
Insert the
batteries
correctly.
(See 2.2 Insertin
g the batteries.)
The batteries
have no power.
Please charge
the battery.
(See 2.3 Chargin
g the battery.)
The camcorder The auto power off
suddenly turns function was
•
Turn the power
on again.
off.
enabled.
•
Please charge the
battery.
the battery.)
The camcorder 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 battery
indicator turns
empty (without
green bars), replace
the battery
memory.
immediately.
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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
The camcorder The camcorder is
turns off when running out of
•
•
Please charge
the battery.
(see 2.3 Chargin
g the battery)
capturing
battery power.
image using
self-timer.
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.
AF Lock ).
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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Memory card
cannot be
used.
The memory
card is protected.
•
•
Unlock the
memory card.
The memory
card contains
non-DCF images
taken by other
camcorders.
Format the
memory card.
t.) Before
formatting the
card, ensure you
back up the
files.
The SD card
speed is too low.
•
•
You can set the
video or photo
to lower quality.
(See 4.1.2 Video
All buttons are Short circuit
Remove the
inactive.
occurred when
connecting the
camcorder with
other devices.
batteries from
the camcorder
and insert again.
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