INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Dual Camera
VPC-CA100EX
VPC-CA100GX
VPC-CA100PX
VPC-CA100TA
VPC-CA102
Important note
This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-CA100EX,
VPC-CA100GX, VPC-CA100PX, VPC-CA100TA and VPC-CA102.
Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera.
Make sure to read and understand the separate booklet “SAFETY MANUAL”.
Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference.
kFOR CANADIAN USERS
i This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
kFOR EU USERS
The symbol mark and recycling systems described below apply to EU
countries and do not apply to countries in other areas of the world.
Your SANYO product is designed and manufactured with high quality
materials and components which can be recycled and/or reused.
The symbol mark means that electrical and electronic equipment, batteries
and accumulators, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from
your household waste.
Note:
If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol mark, this chemical
symbol means that the battery or accumulator contains a heavy metal at a
certain concentration. This will be indicated as follows: Hg: mercury, Cd:
cadmium, Pb: lead
In the European Union there are separate collection systems for used
electrical and electronic equipment, batteries and accumulators.
Please, dispose of them correctly at your local community waste collection/
recycling centre.
Please, help us to conserve the environment we live in!
SANYO Sales & Marketing Europe GmbH
Stahlgruberring 4, D-81829 München, Germany
SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.
1-1, Sanyo-cho, Daito City, Osaka 574-8534, Japan
kFOR RUSSIAN USERS
This product is certified by an official certification company
which is authorized by the Russian Federation.
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HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL
For first-time users
Please read the sections on “SETUP” and “SIMPLE” in this manual to
familiarize yourself with your camera’s operation.
↓
To use the various camera features
Please read the sections on “NORMAL” and “OPTION SETTINGS” in
this manual. To view on a TV, please read the section on
please see the “Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL”.
↓
To use additional features
Visit the Sanyo website to learn how to adjust the camera settings for
various shooting scenes. There you’ll also find information about the
software for playing back data recorded with your camera and for
burning (recording) DVDs (page 4 in the Xacti Software CD
INSTRUCTION MANUAL).
You may find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera
Symbols used in this manual
HINT
Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay
attention to.
CAUTION Points that require special attention.
(page xx) Refer to the page indicated for detailed information.
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SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE
Preparing the camera
1
Insert the battery pack.
Battery cover lock
Battery pack
Connector
markings
2 Open
Battery
cover
3 Insert the battery pack while
matching the connector markings.
1 Push the battery cover lock to
the right to release it.
5 Push the battery cover lock to the
left to lock it.
The colored label is visible when
the battery cover lock is not
completely closed. Be sure to close
the lock completely so that the
colored label is not visible.
4 Close
Colored label
About saving your recorded data
card in the camera.
h An SD Memory Card is not included with your camera. Please
purchase a commercially sold card.
h This camera has an internal memory, so you can shoot and record
without an SD Memory Card installed.
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Shooting
1
Press the ON/OFF button
for at least 1 second to turn
the camera on.
[
] button
h If the screen to set the
date and time appears,
press the MENU button 2
times to cancel it.
[
] button
For how to set the date
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.
ON/OFF button
MENU button
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English
Before capturing those important shots, be sure to first take a
test shot to confirm that your camera is set up and ready to go
Sanyo declines any claim for compensation for recorded contents etc. in case
of photographing or recording failure due to a chance camera or card flaw.
i
Playback
1
Press the REC/PLAY
button.
REC/PLAY
button
h
The display changes to
the Playback Screen.
Arrow keys
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.
SET button
h The image information
for the framed image is
shown in the bottom part
of the monitor.
100
00:00
-
0006
05
6.5MB
:
Full-HD
SET
OK
Orange frame
Remaining battery
power indication
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3
Press the SET button.
<To return to the recording mode>
h Press the REC/PLAY button.
When you are finished using the camera...
Press the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second to turn the camera off.
To continue to the next operation...
Please confirm that your computer is connected to the Internet.
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Burn your recorded video clips onto a DVD
Using the supplied CD-ROM (Xacti Software CD), you can store your
captured images on a DVD.
Install application program
1
2
Set the supplied CD-ROM in your computer’s DVD drive.
h The installation window opens.
Click on [TotalMedia Extreme for SANYO].
h After clicking on the application program, follow the instructions shown
on the monitor to install the program.
h When the window appears requesting to restart your computer, click
the [Finish] button to reboot.
3
Remove the CD-ROM from the computer’s DVD drive.
<About the Kodak online service>
h When the installation window closes, a dialog box to connect to the
website introducing Kodak’s online service appears. Check the [No
thanks !] option button, and then click on the [OK] button.
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Copy data from your camera to the computer
Connect your camera 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 camera to the computer.
h Connect the cable between the camera’s USB AV terminal and the
computer’s USB connector.
2
h The USB Connection Screen appears on the camera’s monitor.
USB CONNECTION
COMPUTER
PRINTER
CANCEL
CANCEL
OK
Terminal cover
To USB AV terminal
Supplied dedicated
To USB connector
USB interface cable
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How to open the terminal cover
1 Push the battery cover lock.
Terminal cover
2 Open
3
Select “COMPUTER”, and press the SET button.
h The screen to select the
computer connection mode
appears.
USB CONNECTION
CARD READER
MTP
SCREEN CAPTURE
PC CAMERA
CANCEL
OK
4
5
Select “CARD READER”, and press the SET button.
Double-click the [TotalMedia Extreme for SANYO] icon on the
desktop.
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h TotalMedia Extreme for SANYO is launched, and the initial screen
appears.
[Management] icon
6
Click the [Management] icon.
h The ArcSoft MediaImpression for SANYO screen appears.
[Import] icon
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7
Click the [Import] icon.
h The screen to select files to copy (import) to your computer appears.
[mToday’s Date]
[Import] button
8
Click the [mToday’s Date] of the [Subfolder Name], and click
the[Import] button.
h Copying begins.
h When copying is completed, a window showing the result appears.
[Delete Original Files] button
[Done] button
9
Click the [Done] button.
h If desired, you can click the [Delete Original Files] button to delete the
file in the camera from which the copy was made.
10
Click the [×] close button in the upper right corner of the ArcSoft
MediaImpression for SANYO window.
h You are returned to the top page of TotalMedia Extreme for SANYO.
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Click the [×] button in the upper right corner of the TotalMedia
Extreme for SANYO window.
h TotalMedia Extreme for SANYO is exited.
Burn video clips onto a DVD
Here’s how to write your recorded data onto a DVD in the MPEG2 format. For
information on other operations, please see the Help file for TotalMedia
Extreme.
1
2
Insert a blank DVD in your computer’s DVD drive.
Double-click the desktop [TotalMedia Extreme for SANYO] icon.
h TotalMedia Extreme for SANYO is launched, and the startup page
appears.
[Create video] icon
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3
Click the [Create video] icon.
h The TotalMedia Studio screen appears.
[New DVD project]
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4
Click [New DVD project].
h The screen to create a video clip to burn to DVD appears.
[Insert video]
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5
6
Click [Insert video].
h The screen to select the video clip file to burn to DVD appears.
h Click on the file you wish to burn to DVD.
h To select multiple files, keep the [Ctrl] key pressed while selecting
files.
Click the [Open] button.
h The files you selected in step 5 and the total size of the files to burn to
DVD are shown in the lower part of the window.
Selected files
Size of selected files
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7
Click the [Design] tab.
h The screen to design the title menu that is shown when the DVD is
played appears.
h Select one of the designs.
[Produce] tab
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8
Click the [Produce] tab.
h The screen to burn files to the DVD appears.
[Burn] button
9
Click the [Burn] button.
h A window appears asking if you wish to save the project.
h Saving the project will save your settings from steps 5 through 7.
h It is recommended that you save the project if you intend to again edit
the same video clips that you burned to DVD.
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11
Click the [Yes] button.
h The screen to save the project appears.
h Assign a suitable file name for the project.
Click the [Save] button.
h The current project is saved, and the DVD burn process begins.
h When the burn process is completed, a window appears to inform you
that the process is done. Remove the DVD from the computer's DVD
drive.
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13
14
Click the [OK] button.
h You are returned to the screen to burn files to DVD.
Click the [n] close button in the upper right corner.
h You are returned to the top page.
Click the [n] close button in the upper right corner.
h TotalMedia Extreme for SANYO is exited.
HINT
About software upgrades
i For information concerning TotalMedia Extreme upgrades, please go to the
following website:
http://www.arcsoft.com/en-us/index.asp
h If TotalMedia Extreme is launched while you are connected to the
Internet, automatic program update notifications may appear.
To use Blu-ray Disc or AVCHD
i The version of TotalMedia Extreme that accompanies your camera cannot
be used to burn these formats. To purchase a different version, please
refer to the following website.
http://sanyo.com/xacti/english/
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CAUTION
Does the window requesting confirmation to enable the MPEG-2 Codec
appear?
When using TotalMedia Extreme for the first time, a window requesting you to
confirm activation of the MPEG-2 Codec appears during the procedure. The
MPEG-2 Codec must be activated in order to burn files to a DVD. Complete
the following procedure to activate the MPEG-2 Codec.
i Note that your computer must be connected to the Internet in order to
complete this procedure. Please confirm that your computer is connected
to the Internet.
1 When the window requesting confirmation to activate the MPEG-2
Codec appears, click the [Yes] button.
h The ArcSoft website appears.
2 Click on [Special downloads].
h The window appears for you to enter your email address, name, license
ID, etc.
h Enter the correct information.
h The license ID is located on the back card of the supplied CD-ROM.
3 Click the [Submit] button.
h Soon thereafter, the URL for the download to activate the MPEG-2
Codec will be sent to the email address you entered in step 2.
4 Click the download URL link.
h The program will be downloaded to your computer.
5 Double-click the icon for the downloaded program.
h Follow the instructions to activate the MPEG-2 Codec.
h DVD burning via the TotalMedia Extreme program is now enabled.
h When the procedure above has been completed, continue to the
procedure to burn to DVD.
United States/Canada
Tel: +1-510-979-5599
Web: http://www.arcsoft.com/support/
E-mail Support: http://www.arcsoft.com/public/
content_page.asp?pageID=83
Hours: M-F from 9:00am - 5:00pm
(Pacific Standard Time, excluding holidays observed by ArcSoft)
Language: English
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Europe
Tel: +353 (0) 61-702087
Web: http://www.arcsoft.com/en/support
Email Support: [email protected]
Hours: M-Th from 8:30am - 5:30pm GMT
(excluding holidays observed by ArcSofts Affilitate)
F from 8:30am - 5:00pm GMT
(excluding holidays observed by ArcSoft’s Affilitate)
(Adjusted for daylight savings time when applicable)
Language: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish and Dutch
China
Tel: +86 (0) 571-88210575
Web: http://www.arcsoft.com.cn/support
E-Mail Support: [email protected]
Hours: M-F 8:30am-5:30pm
(Beijing local time) (excluding holidays observed by ArcSoft)
Language: Chinese
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Concerning your camera’s
waterproof feature
Important!
This camera complies with JIS IPX8 (formerly JIS protection grade 8)
waterproof standard and can be used in water. Note, however, that
failing to heed the following precautions may result in damage or injury
that is not covered by the warranty. Please take the time to carefully
read and heed the following cautions.
NOTE
k Before using the camera
i
i
i
When closing the battery cover and terminal cover,
make sure that no foreign object such as sand, hair,
dust, etc. is caught in the rubber seal.
Make sure that the battery cover and terminal cover
are completely and securely closed to prevent water
from getting inside the camera and damaging it.
Please note that the camera accessories are not
waterproof.
k Cautions concerning use in water
i
The waterproof properties of the camera apply to fresh
water and saltwater only; they do not apply to cleaning
substances, chemicals or water from spas, etc. In
case of a splash, immediately wipe off any moisture.
Do not immerse in water at a depth greater than 3.0 m
(9.84 ft.).
Do not subject the camera to high-pressure water.
Do not immerse in water for longer than 60 minutes.
After 60 minutes of use in water, allow it to dry for at
least 10 minutes.
i
i
i
i
i
Do not immerse in water that is warmer than 40
(104 F).
°C
°
Do not open and close the battery cover or terminal
cover when the camera is wet or while it is immersed
in water.
i
i
Do not open and close the battery cover or terminal cover with wet hands.
Do not open the battery cover or terminal cover on the beach or at the
poolside.
Do not jolt the camera while it is immersed in water. Doing so may cause the
battery cover or terminal cover to open.
i
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NOTE
k Storing and maintaining your camera
i Do not leave the camera unwashed after it has been
immersed in salt water or if salt water is adhering to
it. Doing so may cause corrosion and discoloration of
the plating, as well as deterioration of the camera’s
waterproof capability.
i After the camera has been used in water, use fresh
water to wash it. Never use soap or detergent to
clean the camera, as doing so will cause deterioration
of the camera’s waterproof capability.
i After washing the camera, take care to completely drain it, and use a dry
i Do not leave the camera in an environment colder than 0 °C (32°F) or
warmer than 40 °C (104°F), as doing so may cause deterioration of the
camera’s waterproof capability.
i Waterproof seals are used in this camera. It is recommended that the
waterproof seals be replaced every year with new ones. For replacing the
seals, please consult your dealer.
* Please note that there is a fee for replacing the waterproof seal.
k Beware of condensation
i Avoid opening and closing the battery cover and terminal cover in a high
humidity environment, as doing so may cause condensation inside the
camera.
i If condensation has formed inside the camera, as indicated for example by
a cloudy lens, open the covers in a dry environment and leave the camera
to dry.
k Other cautions
i Do not subject the camera to severe jolts, as doing so may deform the
battery cover, terminal cover or the camera body, thus compromising its
waterproof capability. If the camera has been subjected to a strong jolt,
please consult with your dealer.
HINT
What is “JIS IPX8” (formerly “JIS protection grade 8”)?
i “JIS IPX8” specifies that a device is protected against the effects of
continuous immersion in water.
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BEFORE RECORDING IN WATER
are closed.
If a cover is open, water will get inside the camera and damage it.
When closing the battery cover and terminal cover, make sure that no foreign
object such as sand, hair, dust, etc. is caught in the rubber seal.
Battery cover
Terminal cover
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CONTENTS
Includes SIMPLE mode for quick-and-easy
Turning on the camera when the power save (sleep)
SWITCHING BETWEEN THE RECORDING MODE
1
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English
2
Filter setting .................................................................................. 86
Resize ......................................................................................... 102
Rotate ......................................................................................... 102
3
English
Checking the remaining number of images and video
English
4
Battery life ................................................................................... 167
Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/
Others ......................................................................................... 171
Before capturing those important shots, be sure to first take
to go ....................................................................................... 172
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QUICK SEARCH BY OPERATION
Your camera has an abundance of convenient features and functions. From
creating precisely the photo you want, to viewing images using various
techniques, you can locate the exact operation for your purposes in the
following table.
Shooting/recording
Basic operation
Convenient functions Additional functions
Log the date and time For more accurate
Getting started
shooting/recording
of your photos
focus
•
•
focus” (manual focus) on
Zoom in on the
subject
•
•
•
Set the focus to a
narrow range
•
•
Close-up
photography
Reduce noise when
recording
•
“Focus range” (super
macro mode) on
•
(super macro mode) on
•
Optimize the photo
quality
56.
Set the camera’s color/contrast
characteristics
•
•
•
•
Capture fast-moving subjects
Suppress camera shake effect
•
•
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Shooting/recording
Basic operation
Convenient functions Additional functions
Shoot in dark conditions
•
•
•
Increase the camera’s sensitivity
•
•
Photographing people
•
•
Capture sharp images
•
•
Simplified operation for shooting/playback
•
Photographing landscapes
•
Take a self-photo
•
Make images lighter
Measure the
brightness of a
specific area
or darker
•
•
•
Adjust the camera’s
sensitivity
•
Change the color of
the images
Make white appear
natural
•
•
(monochrome filter/sepia
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English
Playback
Basic operation
Convenient functions Additional functions
Getting started
viewing images
Adjust the speaker
volume
Change the angle of
view
•
•
•
Search for image/
audio files
Reduce the photo
size
•
•
•
Magnify an image
•
•
Adjust the speaker volume
•
Continuous playback
•
Adjust the monitor brightness
•
•
“BRIGHTNESS setting” on page 122
Playback on a TV
Set the TV system
•
•
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File managing/processing
Basic operation
Convenient functions Additional functions
Search for image/audio files
•
•
Delete files
Protect files from accidental erasure
Format a card
•
•
•
Delete a part of a video clip and join video clips
•
Specify the number of prints, index print, and date imprint
•
View the settings that were in effect when the image/audio files were
recorded
•
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English
Using with a computer
Basic operation
Convenient functions Additional functions
Use the camera as a card reader
•
“SETTING THE CONNECTION MODE” on page 10 in the Xacti Software CD
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
•
“USING AS A CARD READER” on page 12 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
Copy files from your camera to a computer
•
Burn files copied to the computer onto a DVD
•
Playback
•
“About video clip files recorded with this camera” on page 8 in the Xacti Software CD
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Using as a webcam
•
“USING AS A PC CAMERA” on page 15 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
Record an image of the computer screen
•
“SCREEN CAPTURE” on page 17 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
i Xacti Software CD (CD-ROM)
(page 4 in the Xacti Software
CD INSTRUCTION
i Li-ion battery pack: 1
MANUAL): 1
i AC adaptor: 1
i Plugs: The number of
included plugs is different
depending on the region
where the camera is sold.
i Dedicated USB interface
i Dedicated AV interface cable
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i GUIDE FOR BASIC
OPERATION
* To prevent from dropping the
camera, be sure to attach the
handstrap.
i SAFETY MANUAL
(safety precautions booklet)
Please read this booklet
carefully before using the
camera.
i QUICK GUIDE
i Obtaining the PDF instruction
manual and cautions
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ABOUT THE CARD
Media cards that can be used with this camera
The type of card that can be inserted into and used with this camera is:
i SD Memory Card
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 dual camera are referred to as
“card”.
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GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR
CAMERA
Your dual camera can record video clips in Full High Definition*. It includes an
operation mode that lets even novice shutterbugs record and play back
without getting flustered, as well as software with which you can easily create
your original DVDs.
Waterproof capability
The camera is equipped to safely be used in water at a temperature of less
than 40 °C (104°F), at a depth of less than 3.0 m (9.84 ft.), for up to
approximately 60 minutes. You can enjoy taking pictures at the beach or by
the pool.
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High-quality images with “Full High Definition*”
Your camera can capture full high definition (full HD) 1920 × 1080-pixel video
clips. Also, the H.264/MPEG-4 AVC standard is used for formatting video
files. You get both compact file size and high picture quality in one high-
performance camera.
* “Full High Definition” by SANYO Dual Camera signifies recording at a
resolution of 1920 pixels horizontally ×1080 pixels vertically.
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Includes SIMPLE mode for quick-and-easy
operation (page 36)
Select from two recording/playback modes: the “SIMPLE mode” for users new
to the camera, and the “NORMAL mode” for full use of all the camera’s many
features and functions.
Example:
RECORDING MENU1
VIDEO
PHOTO
SCENE SELECT
FILTER
FLASH
SELF-TIMER
OK
1
Full-HD
Select video and photo size
2
-
14M
S
3
1
2
3
S
N
OK
<SIMPLE Mode Recording
Menu>
<NORMAL Mode Recording
Menu>
Image stabilizer for sharp pictures (pages 48
Your camera can compensate for the camera shake that results in blurry
images when you try to capture a fast-moving subject or when you zoom in on
a subject.
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Capture clear images of the targeted subject
Both the color chaser feature to target a specific color, and the face chaser
feature to capture clear face shots, are provided.
Eye-Fi smart
By inserting a commercially sold Eye-Fi card (SD card with wireless LAN) in
your camera, you can easily upload photos to your computer, a sharing site,
etc. automatically via a Wi-Fi network. Also, you can transfer video files if your
Eye-Fi card has a video upload function. Instructions for the Eye-Fi transfer
feature can be found at the following website:
http://sanyo.com/xacti/english/
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INSTALLING THE CARD
Be sure to format a newly purchased card or one that was used in another
card is used, the card itself may become unusable.
Battery cover lock
4 Close
2 Open
Battery cover
1 Push the battery cover lock to
the right to release it.
3 Insert the card with the label
side facing up.
5 Push the battery cover lock to
the left to lock it.
The colored label is visible when
the battery cover lock is not
completely closed. Be sure to
close the lock completely so that
the colored label is not visible.
<When removing the card...>
h To remove the card, press it in,
and then release. The card will
protrude slightly, and you can
then pull it out.
1 Push the card in
Colored label
2 Pull it out
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CAUTION
Close the battery cover securely
i If the battery cover is not closed or is not closed completely, the camera
will no longer be waterproof. When closing the battery cover, make sure
that no foreign object such as sand, hair, dust, etc. is caught in the rubber
seal.
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 red...
i Never remove the card when the multi-indicator is flashing red, as doing so
may result in loss of files stored in the card.
HINT
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 camera’s internal memory. When the camera 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 camera’s
internal memory.
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CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Please charge the supplied battery pack before using it. Install the battery
pack in the camera, and connect the AC adaptor to charge the battery. Power
to the camera can also be supplied from a power outlet when the AC adaptor
is connected.
1
Open the battery cover.
Battery cover lock
2 Open
Battery cover
1 Push the battery cover lock to the right to release it.
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2
Insert the battery pack, then replace the battery cover.
Battery pack
4 Close
Connector markings
3 Insert the battery pack while
matching the connector markings.
5 Push the battery cover lock to
the left to lock it.
The colored label is visible when
the battery cover lock is not
completely closed. Be sure to
close the lock completely so that
the colored label is not visible.
Colored label
3
Affix the appropriate plug (supplied) to the AC adaptor.
h Use the plug that is appropriate for your region.
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4
Use the dedicated USB interface cable (supplied) to connect the
camera and the AC adaptor, and then connect the AC adaptor to a
power outlet.
h Recharging takes place only when the camera is turned off, or when
the power save function or the sleep function has been activated.
Recharging does not take place when the camera is in the recording
mode or playback mode.
to AC
<During charging...>
h During charging, the multi-
indicator is lit red. When charging
is completed, the indicator turns
off.
Multi-indicator
h The multi-indicator flashes red if
the battery pack is defective or is
not installed correctly. Make sure
that the battery pack is correctly
installed.
h The charging time is approx.
120 minutes.
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CAUTION
Use only the supplied accessories
i Please use only the supplied AC adaptor and dedicated USB interface
cable. Using an AC adaptor or USB cable other than those supplied may
cause a fire.
Close the battery cover and terminal cover securely
i If any cover is not closed or is not closed completely, the camera will no
longer be waterproof. When closing a cover, make sure that no foreign
object such as sand, hair, dust, etc. is caught in the rubber seal.
Do not charge the battery pack immediately after the camera has been
in continuous use for a long time
i The battery pack becomes hot when the camera is used continuously for a
long time. If you attempt to charge the battery pack in this state, the multi-
indicator may flash red and it may not be possible to charge the battery
pack. Wait until the battery pack has cooled down before attempting to
charge it.
Does the battery pack appear swollen?
i The lithium-ion battery used in this camera may expand slightly when
stored in a hot environment or repeatedly used, but this is not a safety
hazard. However, a battery that is difficult to insert because it has become
swollen may then be impossible to extract from the battery compartment.
In this case, please discontinue its use and replace it with a new battery.
Do not use the battery with the outer covering or label removed
i Doing so may result in malfunction.
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HINT
About the internal backup battery
i This camera’s internal battery serves to maintain the date and time
settings, as well as the shooting settings. The backup battery will be fully
charged when the battery pack is kept in the camera continuously for about
2 days. In the fully charged state, the backup battery will maintain the
camera settings for about 7 days.
When not using the camera for a long time, remove the battery pack
i A small amount of power is still used even if the camera is turned off, and it
is therefore recommended that the battery pack be removed from the
camera if it is not going to be used for a long time. Note that when the
battery pack is removed for a long period, the time and date settings may
be cleared. Before using your camera again, be sure to confirm that the
camera settings are correct.
Recharging when connected to the USB terminal (page 6 in the Xacti
Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL)
i The battery can be recharged while the camera is connected to a
computer. During recharging, the camera is recognized by the computer as
a separate drive; however, data cannot be exchanged.
i The time it takes to recharge will differ depending on the operating
condition of the camera and the computer.
i Connect the dedicated USB interface cable to the USB connector on your
computer. Do not connect it to the USB connector on the monitor or the
keyboard, or to the USB hub. Correct operation of the USB interface cable
cannot be guaranteed if it is connected to a connector other than the
computer's USB connector.
i If the camera is not going to be used for an extended period of time, please
disconnect the dedicated USB interface cable from the camera.
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About recharging
Recharging takes place only when the camera is turned off, or when the
power save function or the sleep function has been activated. Recharging
does not take place when the camera is in the recording mode or playback
mode.
About the temperature alert icon \
During camera use, if the temperature of the battery or inside the camera
(excluding the battery) rises, a temperature alert icon \will appear as
described below.
k When the battery or internal camera (excluding battery) temperature
rises during use
h During camera use, if the temperature of the battery or inside the
camera (excluding the battery) rises, a \icon lights on the monitor. It
is still possible to record and play back even when the \icon is lit;
however it is advised that you discontinue use as soon as possible and
turn the camera off.
h If the temperature rises further, the \icon will start to flash, and the
camera will turn off automatically.
The camera cannot be turned on until the temperature has dropped (or
as long as the \icon remains flashing). Please wait until the
temperature has dropped before resuming use.
h During video recording, a countdown indicator will show the time
starting about 15 seconds before shutdown. When the indicator shows
0 seconds, recording stops.
h If the camera is turned off while the temperature is high (that is, while
the \icon is flashing), it cannot be turned on again until the
temperature has dropped (or as long as the \icon remains flashing).
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TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND
OFF
Turning on the camera
1
Open the monitor unit, and press the
ON/OFF button for at least 1 second.
h If you briefly press the ON/OFF button,
once, the camera will switch to the
power save mode.
ON/OFF button
h If you press the REC/PLAY button for at
least 1 second, the camera turns on in
the playback mode.
REC/PLAY button
Turning off the camera
1
Press the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second.
h The camera turns off.
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Turning on the camera when the power save
(sleep) mode is active
In order to preserve battery pack power, the power save (sleep) function will
automatically turn off the camera after about 1 minute of no use during
shooting, or about 5 minutes of no use during playback (factory-preset
setting).
i When the power save mode is active, you can restore the power by any of
the following methods:
h Press the ON/OFF button.
h Press the [
] button.
h Open the monitor unit.
i After the power save mode has been active for about 1 hour, the camera
will switch to the standby mode. In this case, you can restore the power by
pressing the ON/OFF button, or by closing and then opening the monitor
unit.
i When the AC adaptor is connected, the power save mode will become
active about 5 minutes after the camera is turned on (factory-preset
setting).
i The user can specify the time elapsed before the power save mode is
activated (page 124).
i When the camera is connected to a computer or printer, the camera turns
off after about 12 hours.
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HINT
To immediately activate the power save mode
i Press the ON/OFF button briefly to activate the power save function.
About the standby mode
i To turn off the camera only briefly, you can close the monitor unit to put the
camera in the standby mode. The standby mode uses almost no power.
When the monitor unit is opened again, the camera turns on immediately
and you are ready to shoot or view images without any delay.
CAUTION
If the K icon appears...
i When a picture is taken, the date and time it was captured are recorded
with it. If the date and time settings have not been completed (page 33),
the date and time cannot be recorded with the captured images. For this
reason, immediately after the camera is turned on, the “Set date and time”
reminder briefly appears, after which the K icon is shown on the
Recording Screen. To have the date and time recorded with the images,
please complete this setting before capturing images.
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DATE AND TIME SETTING
The camera will record the date and time an image or audio recording is
taken so that you can display them during playback. Therefore, before
capturing images, make sure the correct date and time are set.
Example: To set the clock to 7:30 p.m. on December 24, 2010
1
Turn on the camera (page 30),
and press the SET button.
h The Clock Set Screen appears.
h Follow the procedures below to
enable or disable the date
display during playback, to set
the display format for the date,
and to set the date and time.
h To display the Recording or
Playback Screen, press the
MENU button 2 times.
CLOCK SET
DATE
2010/05/01
00:00
TIME
DISP
D / M / Y
OK
2
Set the date.
1 Select “DATE”.
CLOCK SET
2 Press the SET button.
h The Set Date Screen
appears.
DATE
2010/12/24
3 Set the date to “2010/12/24”.
h The date is set in the
following order: Set the year
→ Set the month → Set the
day.
OK
h Press [G] or [H] to select
year, month or day. Press [I]
or [J] to increase or decrease
the number.
4 Press the SET button.
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3
Set the clock.
1 Select “TIME”.
CLOCK SET
2 Press the SET button.
h The Set Time Screen
appears.
TIME
19:30
3 Set the time to “19:30”.
h The time is set in the
following order: Set the hour
→ Set the minute.
OK
h A 24-hour clock is used for
the time display.
4 Press the SET button.
4
5
Set the order in which the date is
displayed during playback.
1 Select “DISP”.
2 Press the SET button.
h The Set Date Format Screen
appears.
CLOCK SET
DISP
D / M / Y
OK
3 Press [I] or [J].
h The date display order
changes.
4 Press the SET button.
Press the MENU button.
h The date and time setting is completed.
h To display the Recording or Playback Screen, press the MENU button.
HINT
i Under normal conditions, while the battery pack is being replaced, an
internal battery will maintain the date and time settings. However, there is a
small chance the settings may be lost (the backup will last for about
7 days). It is recommended to check that the date and time settings are still
correct after replacing the battery pack and before shooting or recording of
any type (follow step 1).
To correct the date and time settings
1 Turn on the camera.
3 Select “CLOCK SET” and press the SET button.
h The screen to set the date and time appears.
h The current date and time settings are shown.
4 Select the line you wish to change, and make the correction.
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SWITCHING BETWEEN THE RECORDING
MODE AND PLAYBACK MODE
Switch between the recording mode (for recording) and the playback mode
(for viewing your recorded images).
1
2
Turn on the camera (page 30).
Press the REC/PLAY button.
h The mode changes.
h The mode changes each time the REC/PLAY button is pressed.
14M-S
10
000:00:14
SD
<Example of the recording mode>
REC/PLAY button
2010.12.24
18:41
100-0006
00:00:05
SD
6.5MB
Full-HD
SET
OK
<Example of the playback mode>
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SWITCHING THE OPERATING MODE
The “SIMPLE mode” comprises only those functions that are most often used
and necessary to operate the camera, while the “NORMAL mode” enables
full use of all the camera’s many functions. Select the mode that is suitable for
your purposes.
Switching between the SIMPLE and NORMAL
modes
1
2
3
Turn on the camera (page 30).
h The previous mode is active.
Press the MENU button.
h The Menu Screen for the active mode appears.
Select the operating mode icon,
and press the SET button.
h Switch from the SIMPLE mode
to the NORMAL mode, or from
the NORMAL mode to the
Switch to detailed
normal menu
SIMPLE mode.
h Press the MENU button to
cancel the Menu Screen.
S
N
OK
Operating mode icon
<SIMPLE Mode Menu Screen>
1
2
3
Press SET button to
1
switch to simple Menu
2
3
OK
S
N
Operating mode icon
<NORMAL Mode Menu Screen>
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Accessing/exiting the SIMPLE/NORMAL Mode
Menu Screen
1
2
3
Select the desired operating mode (page 36).
If the Menu Screen is not displayed, press the MENU button.
h The Menu Screen appears.
h To cancel the Menu Screen, press the MENU button.
Switch to detailed
normal menu
S
N
SET
OK
<Example: SIMPLE Mode
Recording Menu>
1
2
3
Press SET button to
switch to simple Menu
1
2
3
MENU button
SET
S
N
OK
<Example: NORMAL Mode
Recording Menu>
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Using the SIMPLE Mode Menu
4
Press [I] or [J] to select the item you wish to change, and press the
SET button.
h The Setting Screen for the selected item appears.
Select an item to change
Description of selected item
Press [I]
Select video and photo size
S
N
SET
OK
Press [J]
To keep in HDTV size
14M
2
M
HDTV size
14M [4:3]
S
ET
OK
Press the
SET button
<Setting Screen>
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Using the NORMAL Mode Menu
4
Press [I] or [J] to select a tab.
h The Menu Screen for the selected tab appears.
Press [I]
Tab
RECORDING MENU 1
1
2
3
Full-HD
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VIDEO
PHOTO
SCENE SELECT
FILTER
1
2
3
FLASH
SELF-TIMER
SET
S
N
OK
Press [J]
5
Press [H].
RECORDING MENU 1
VIDEO
Press [H]
1
2
3
Full-HD
14M-S
PHOTO
SCENE SELECT
FILTER
FLASH
SELF-TIMER
1
2
3
SET
OK
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6
Press [I] or [J] to select the item you wish to change, and press the
SET button.
h The Setting Screen for the selected item appears.
h To return to the Menu Screen, press the MENU button.
Select an item to
change
Press [I]
RECORDING MENU 1
1
VIDEO
Full-HD
2
PHOTO
SCENE SELECT
FILTER
FLASH
SELF-TIMER
14M-S
3
1
2
3
SET
OK
Applicable mode
Press [J]
PHOTO
4640x3480
16M
4608x2592[16:9]
12M
-
-
4352x3264
4352x3264
4352x2448[16:9]
1920x1080[16:9]
14
H
14M
M
S
10
2M
M
SET
OK
Press the
SET button
<Setting Screen>
HINT
About the applicable mode indicator
i This indicator shows the shooting mode(s) for which the selected setting is
effective.
: This setting is effective during still image shooting.
: This setting is effective during video clip recording.
: This setting is effective during still image shooting and video clip
recording.
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h Select the video clip size to
record.
h Specify how the flash will
operate.
9: The camera detects the
subject brightness and
uses the flash only when
necessary.
:: The flash operates with
every image captured
regardless of the
9
: The video clip size is
1920 × 1080 pixels,
recorded at 60 fields/sec.
The captured still image
size is 4352 × 3264 pixels
(4:3 aspect ratio).
conditions.
;: The flash does not operate
even in dark situations.
&
: The video clip size is
640 × 480 pixels, recorded
at 30 frames/sec.
4
h Set to the NORMAL mode.
S
N
5 Remaining battery power
The captured still image
size is 1600 × 1200 pixels
(4:3 aspect ratio).
indication (page 137)
h Select the focus range that
corresponds to the distance to
the subject.
7: The camera automatically
focuses on the subject
within a range of 50 cm
(19.69 in.) to infinity
(normal).
8: The camera focuses on a
subject within a range of
1 cm (0.39 in.) to 80 cm
(31.50 in.) (super macro).
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SIMPLE Mode Playback Menu
4
1
2
3
S
N
Start slideshow
OK
5
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h Specify the slideshow settings
and play the slideshow.
h Delete files.
4
h Set to the NORMAL mode.
S
N
h Adjust the volume for video clip
and audio file playback.
5 Remaining battery power
indication (page 137)
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<HD mode>
=: Full auto setting
a: Sports mode
!: Record at 1920 × 1080
pixels, 60 fields/s (60i).
Y: Record at 1920 × 1080
pixels, 30 fps (30p).
>: Portrait mode
+: Landscape mode
/: Night view portrait mode
k: Snow & beach mode
[: Underwater mode
+: Fireworks mode
Q: Lamp mode
Record at 1280 × 720
pixels, 60 fps (60p).
":
&: Record at 1280 × 720
pixels, 30 fps (30p).
<SD mode>
): Record at 640 × 480 pixels,
30 fps.
&: No filter
%: Cosmetic filter
W: Monochrome filter
,: Sepia filter
<: Make an audio recording.
<Single-shot>
5 Flash
4: Image size is 4640 × 3480
pixels.
k: The camera will detect the
subject brightness and use
the flash only when
necessary.
5: Image size is 4608 × 2592
pixels (16:9 aspect ratio).
6: Image size is 4352 × 3264
pixels (low compression).
7: Image size is 4352 × 3264
pixels (normal
m: The flash will operate with
every image captured
regardless of the
conditions.
l: The flash will not operate
compression).
even in dark situations.
8: Image size is 4352 × 2448
pixels (16:9 aspect ratio).
+: Image size is 1920 × 1080
pixels (16:9 aspect ratio).
G: Image size is 1600 × 1200
pixels.
,: Image size is 1280 × 720
pixels (16:9 aspect ratio).
[: Image size is 640 × 480
pixels.
N: Self-timer is off.
y: Shooting begins 2 seconds
after the [
] or [
]
button is pressed.
x: Shooting begins
10 seconds after the [
]
or [
] button is pressed.
7 Remaining battery power
<Sequential shots>
:: 4352 × 3264-pixel
sequential shots.
indication (page 137)
t: 1600 × 1200-pixel
sequential shots.
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<Tab 2>
1
RECORDING MENU2
VIDEO STABILIZER
PHOTO STABILIZER
FOCUS
FOCUS MODE
EXP MEASURE
ISO
1
2
3
4
5
6
2
3
1
2
3
7
OK
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h Compensate for camera shake
during video clip recording.
\: Record with image
stabilizer on.
X: Multi-section light
measuring
W: Center-weighted light
measuring
]: Record without image
stabilizer.
Y: Spot light-measuring
h Compensate for camera shake
during still image shooting.
\: Shoot with image stabilizer
on.
=: Sensitivity is set
automatically (video clip
recording: ISO 50 to 800;
still image shooting: ISO 50
to 400)
]: Shoot without image
stabilizer.
*: Sets sensitivity to ISO 50
u: Sets sensitivity to ISO 100
v: Sets sensitivity to ISO 200
w: Sets sensitivity to ISO 400
6: Sets sensitivity to ISO 800
-: Sets sensitivity to ISO 1600
h Select the focus range that
corresponds to the distance to
the subject.
*: The camera automatically
focuses on the subject with
a range of 50 cm (19.69 in.)
to infinity (normal).
h The indicated ISO value is the
standard output sensitivity.
-: The focus can be set
manually.
7 Remaining battery power
indication (page 137)
+: The camera focuses on the
subject within a range of
1 cm (0.39 in.) to 80 cm
(31.50 in.) (super macro).
B: 9-point range finder focus
C: Spot focus
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<Tab 3>
1
2
RECORDING MENU
WHITE BALANCE
EXPOSURE
TARGET A SUBJECT
HIGH SENSITIVITY
DIGITAL ZOOM
REC FOLDER
3
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
3
1
2
3
OK
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>: White balance is
automatically adjusted
depending on the ambient
lighting (auto).
4 High sensitivity mode
1: Increased sensitivity.
2: Normal sensitivity.
Q: Enable the digital
zoom.
r: For shooting in sunny
conditions (fair).
o: For shooting in overcast
conditions (cloudy).
p: For shooting under
fluorescent lighting
B: Disable the digital
zoom.
(fluorescent).
7 Remaining battery power
q: For shooting under
incandescent lighting
(incandescent).
indication (page 137)
^: For setting the most
accurate white balance
(one push).
@: The exposure is set
automatically.
T: Set the shutter speed
manually.
g: Set the aperture manually.
H: Set the aperture and
shutter speed manually.
Automatically target a specific
color with the color chaser
function, or capture sharp face
shots with the face chaser
function.
-: Enable face chaser.
(: Enable color chaser.
): Disable face chaser and
color chaser.
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NORMAL Mode Playback Menu
<Tab 1>
PLAYBACK MENU1
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
SLIDESHOW
PLAY VOLUME
PROTECT
DELETE
ROTATE
RESIZE
1
2
3
OK
h Specify the slideshow settings
and play the slideshow.
h Delete files.
h Adjust the volume for video clip
and audio file playback.
h Rotate a still image.
h Reduce the resolution of a still
image.
h File protect setting (delete
prohibited)
7 Remaining battery power
indication (page 137)
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<Tab 2>
PLAYBACK MENU2
EDIT PHOTO
1
1
2
3
4
5
2
EDIT VIDEO
PRINT INSTRUCTIONS
SELECT FOLDER
COPY
1
2
3
6
OK
h Repair the “red-eye” caused by
the flash, or enhance the
5 Copy
h Copy files from the card to the
internal memory, or vice versa.
contrast (still images only).
6 Remaining battery power
indication (page 137)
h Edit video clips.
3 Printing instructions
h Specify the printing instructions
(DPOF settings).
h Select a folder to play back.
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SIMPLE
SHOOTING
SIMPLE/SHOOTING
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES
For best results
Hold the camera securely, keeping your elbows close to your body and
making sure the camera is stable.
Correct hold
Incorrect hold
A finger is blocking the
lens or flash.
<Holding the camera>
Example 1:
Example 2:
Grip the camera by
wrapping the fingers
of the right hand,
Grip the camera by
wrapping the
fingers of the right
hand, from the little
finger to the index
finger, around the
camera.
from the little finger
to the middle finger,
around the camera,
and hook the index
finger above the lens.
Make sure that the lens and flash unit are not blocked by your fingers or the
handstrap.
<Caution>
i Due to the characteristics of the camera, the outer surface may
become warm during use, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
i If the camera starts to feel uncomfortably hot during use, you might
temporarily discontinue use until it cools down, or try holding it in your
other hand for a while.
Please use a tripod or other support when using the camera for a
long time.
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Using the autofocus
The autofocus will work in almost all situations; however, there are certain
conditions that may cause the autofocus function to not work properly. If the
autofocus function is not working properly, set the focus range to capture
k Conditions that may cause incorrect focus
The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus
function may not work.
i Subjects with low contrast, very
bright subjects at the center of the
image or dark subjects or locations
Use the focus-lock function to lock the
focus on an object with contrast at the
same distance as the desired subject.
i Subjects without vertical lines
Use the focus-lock function to lock the
focus while framing the subject
vertically, then re-orient the camera to
compose a horizontally framed image.
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The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus
function may work, but not as desired.
i When both near and far objects are
present
Use the focus-lock function to lock the
focus on an object at the same distance
as the desired subject, then reposition
the camera to compose the picture.
i Fast-moving subjects
Use the focus-lock function to lock the
focus on an object at the same distance
as the desired subject, then reposition
the camera to compose the picture.
HINT
i When the [
] button is pressed halfway, the image in the monitor may
waver vertically. This is the result of internal image processing and is not a
malfunction. This wavering is not recorded and will not affect your images
in any way.
i When the optical zoom is used or when the autofocus is operating, the
image may appear to waver, but this is not a malfunction.
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Select the recording size
The larger the image size (number of pixels), the better the image quality will
be, but the file size will also be larger. Select the image quality that is correct
for the intended purpose.
1
recording size setting, and press the SET button.
To keep in HDTV size
14
M
2
M
HDTV size
14M [4:3]
OK
9: The video clip size is 1920 × 1080 pixels, recorded at 60
fields/sec.
The captured still image size is 4352 × 3264 pixels (4:3
aspect ratio).
: The video clip size is 640 × 480 pixels, recorded at 30
&
frames/sec.
The captured still image size is 1600 × 1200 pixels (4:3
aspect ratio).
2
Select the desired recording size, and press the SET button.
h This completes the recording size setting.
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Select the focus setting
Select the focus range corresponding to the distance between the camera
and the subject.
1
focus setting, and press the SET button.
All ranges
Automatic focus
(people, landscape, etc.)
OK
7: The camera automatically focuses on the subject within a range of
50 cm (19.69 in.) to infinity (normal).
8: The camera focuses on a subject within a range of 1 cm (0.39 in.) to
80 cm (31.50 in.) (super macro).
2
Select the desired focus range, and press the SET button.
h This completes the focus range setting.
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Hints for taking pictures
Muting the operation sounds
i The audio guidance that sounds when you operate the camera can be
Where are the image and audio files saved?
i All the image and sound files are recorded on the card installed in the
camera, or in the camera’s internal memory.
Taking pictures in backlight conditions...
i When taking pictures with the light coming from behind the subject, due to
the characteristics of the lens, ghost patterns (flare phenomenon) may
appear in the captured image. In this situation, it is recommended that you
avoid taking pictures with the subject lit from behind.
While the image files are being recorded...
i While the multi-indicator is flashing red, the image files are being written to
the memory, during which time it is not possible to capture another image.
Another image can be captured after the flashing red indicator turns off.
However, even when the multi-indicator is flashing red, depending on the
camera’s internal memory remaining capacity, in some cases the next
image can be captured about 2 seconds after shooting.
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VIDEO CLIP RECORDING
1
Turn on the camera (page 30),
and set it to the recording
[
] button
2
Press the [
h Recording begins.
] button.
h It is not necessary to keep the
[
] button pressed while
recording.
h When the remaining recording
time available for the currently
recording clip becomes little, a
countdown of the remaining
recording time appears on the
display.
Recording
time
3
End the recording.
h Press the [
] button again
Full-HD
to stop recording.
REC 000:00:09
5
Available recording
time remaining
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SHOOTING SINGLE SHOTS
Capture a still image (single-shot).
1
2
Turn on the camera (page 30),
and set it to the recording
[
] button
Press the [
1 Press the [
halfway.
] button.
] button
h The autofocus operates,
and the image is focused
(focus lock).
2 Continue to gently press
the [
way.
] button all the
h The shutter releases and
the image is captured.
h You can view the captured
image on the monitor by
keeping the [
depressed when you
capture the image.
] button
-
S
14M
1
2
Target mark
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HINT
Adjusting the monitor brightness
i While the Recording Screen is active, you can quickly access the screen
for adjusting the brightness of the monitor by pressing the MENU button for
at least 1 second.
What is the camera focusing on?
i A target mark & on the monitor
Target mark
shows the area the camera is
focusing on.
14M-S
i The camera automatically
determines the correct focus by
measuring from 9 different focus
points within the shooting area. If the
target mark is at a position that is
different from the point you wish to
focus on, you can refocus, for
example, by changing the shooting
angle.
i The large target mark appears when
the camera focuses on a wide area
in the center of the screen.
F3.6
1/2
Camera shake icon
Shutter speed
Aperture
The focus and exposure can be locked (in the NORMAL mode)
you can set the autofocus or the exposure to a fixed setting. When the
exposure setting is fixed, the P icon appears on the monitor; when the
changed, the focus lock is released.
The shutter speed and aperture are displayed (in the NORMAL mode)
i The shutter speed and aperture settings are shown on the Recording
Screen. You can use them as a reference when shooting.
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If the camera shake icon > appears... (in the NORMAL mode)
i During still image shooting, if the shutter speed is slow and the possibility
that the image may be blurred due to camera shake becomes high, the
camera shake icon may appear on the monitor. In this case, use a tripod to
stabilize the camera when shooting, or set the flash operation mode to
i When shooting with the scene select function set to the fireworks +
mode, the camera shake icon always appears, but this is normal.
Does it seem to take a long time to save images?
i When shooting in dimly lit conditions, it may take some time to save the
data to the card.
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Using the flash
The flash is not only used for photographing under dark conditions, but is also
convenient for example when the subject is in shadow or lit from behind. The
flash is available only when shooting single-shot still images.
1
flash setting, and press the SET button.
h The screen to select the flash operation appears.
Auto flash
Flash operates automatically
OK
9: The camera detects the subject brightness and uses the flash only
when necessary.
:: The flash operates with every image captured regardless of the
conditions.
;: The flash does not operate even in dark situations.
2
3
Select the desired flash operation, and press the SET button.
h This completes the flash operation setting.
Press the [
] button to take the picture.
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CAUTION
Do not touch the flash unit when shooting
i The flash unit becomes very hot and may cause a burn. Avoid touching the
flash unit when shooting.
HINT
i The flash cannot be used during video clip recording.
you can change the flash mode from the Recording Screen (NORMAL
mode).
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SHOOT A STILL IMAGE WHILE
RECORDING A VIDEO CLIP
You can capture a still image (a single-shot) while recording a video clip.
1
Turn on the camera
(page 30), and set it to the
[
] button
[
] button
2
3
Press the [
] button.
When you see a scene
you’d like to capture as a
still image, press the
[
] button.
4
Press the [
end the video clip
recording.
] button to
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HINT
i When shooting a still image while recording a video clip, the flash does not
operate.
i When the remaining video recording time becomes approximately
50 seconds, it will no longer be possible to capture a still image while
recording a video clip. The exact remaining recording time at which this
occurs will differ depending on the subject and on the recording size
intend to capture a still image while recording a video clip, it is suggested
that you take note of the remaining video recording time.
About the recording size of still images
i The size of a still image captured during video clip recording depends on
the video clip recording size.
Video clip recording size setting
Still image recording size
+
,
[
!Y
"&
)
h It is not possible to capture sequential shots.
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MACRO-PHOTOGRAPHY (ZOOM)
Your camera has two zoom functions: optical zoom and digital zoom.
1
2
Point the camera lens at the
subject.
Zoom switch
Push the zoom switch toward
[T/]] or [W/P] to compose
the desired image.
[T/]]: Zoom in on the subject.
[W/P]: Zoom out.
h When the zoom switch is
pushed, the zoom bar appears
on the monitor.
h When the optical zoom factor
is at maximum, zooming stops
temporarily. When the zoom
switch is pushed toward the
[T/]] side again, the mode
changes to the digital zoom
mode and zooming continues.
3
Take the picture.
For video clip recording, see
For shooting single shots, see
Zoom bar
For shooting sequential shots,
When both optical and
digital zoom are enabled
Optical zoom
Digital zoom (yellow)
When optical zoom only
is enabled
Pointer
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HINT
When recording video clips at a high magnification
i When recording video clips at a high magnification, a moving subject or
moving camera can cause camera shake, resulting in a distorted playback
image. This phenomenon is due to the characteristics of the CMOS sensor
and is not a malfunction.
i It is recommended that you use a tripod to stabilize the camera when
recording video clips at a high magnification.
About the “Advanced Zoom”
i During video clip recording, the “Advanced Zoom” function makes it
possible to electronically magnify the image with no image degradation,
and increase the magnification to a maximum 6x.
When the ZOOM RANGE button is pressed...
i The magnification is approximately doubled (double-range zoom). Press
the button again to return to normal magnification.
i The [W] icon is shown on the Recording Screen during normal
magnification, and a [T] icon on the double-range zoom Recording Screen
(Normal mode).
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AFTER USING THE CAMERA IN WATER
After using the camera in water, wash it with fresh water and dry it completely
.
1
2
Turn off the camera, and close the battery cover and terminal cover
securely.
Wash the camera with fresh water.
h
Fill a shallow basin with fresh water, and immerse the closed camera for
about 5 minutes. Rotate the monitor unit several times to clean it
completely.
3
Dry the camera.
h
Use a dry cloth to wipe off any drops adhering to the camera, and leave
it to dry completely in a well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight.
Do not use a hair dryer or the like to dry the camera. Exposing the
camera to high temperatures may cause the camera and/or waterproof
seal to become deformed.
h
HINT
About the handstrap
i Wash the handstrap in fresh water after detaching it from the camera.
i After washing, leave it to dry in a place away from direct sunlight.
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PLAYBACK
SIMPLE/PLAYBACK
PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS AND
STILL IMAGES
1
2
Set the camera to the playback mode (page 35).
Orange frame
Select the image to play back.
h Use the arrow keys to move
the orange frame to the file
you wish to play back.
h The image information for the
framed image is shown at the
bottom of the screen.
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OK
3
Press the SET button.
h The image you selected in
step 2 is displayed fullscreen.
h If a video clip was selected,
playback begins.
<To return to the screen to
select playback files>
Press [J].
Arrow keys
SET button
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Video clip playback operation
To do this...
Do this
Normal forward playback Press the SET button.
Stop playback
During playback, press [J].
During playback, press the SET button or
press [I].
Pause
During accelerated playback, press [I].
To playback
one image
at a time
(single-
frame step)
Duringforward
playback
After pausing playback, press [H].
During reverse
playback
After pausing playback, press [G].
Duringforward
playback
After pausing playback, press and hold [H].
Slow
playback
During reverse
playback
After pausing playback, press and hold [G].
During forward playback, press [H].
h
The playback speed changes each time [H]
Forward
playback
is pressed, as follows:
Normal playback → 2× → 5× → 10× → 15×
To
Press [G] to resume normal playback speed.
accelerate
playback
During forward playback, press [G].
h The playback speed changes each time [G]
is pressed, as follows:
Reverse
playback
15× ← 10× ← 5×
Press [H] to resume normal playback speed.
Return to normal playback
speed
Press the SET button.
Louder: During playback, push the zoom
switch toward the [T] side.
Softer: During playback, push the zoom
Adjusting the volume
switch toward the [W] side.
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HINT
If the a appears on the playback Screen...
i The a icon appears when playing back a file that was saved in segments
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How to save one frame from a video clip as a
still image
1
2
Play back the video clip. Pause the playback at the point you wish to
“snap” a photo.
Press the [
h The screen to select the aspect ratio of the still image appears. Select
the desired aspect ratio, and press the [ ] button. Note, however,
that if the video clip aspect ratio is 4:3, you cannot select 16:9.
] button.
HINT
The file size for a video clip is very large
i Therefore, be aware that if the video clip is uploaded to a computer to be
played back, the computer may not be able to play back the video fast
enough, making it appear jerky. (The video will always be displayed
properly on the camera monitor or a television.)
i Depending on the card, recording may end even before the possible
recording time indicated.
Display the video clip playback point
i During video clip playback, press the MENU button for at least 1 second to
display a bar showing the current playback point in the video clip.
i Press the MENU button for about 1 second to cancel the bar.
CAUTION
During video clip playback, the sound of a motor is audible...
i During recording, the sound of the optical zoom movement or autofocus
movement was recorded. This is not a malfunction.
If no audio is heard...
i The audio is not played back when the video clip is played back in the
frame-by-frame, slow-motion, fast playback or reverse playback mode.
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SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK
You can play back files in succession with the “slideshow playback” feature.
1
Display the SIMPLE Mode
the slideshow setting, and press
the SET button.
SLIDESHOW
ALL
VIDEO
PHOTO
=: Play back all files.
3: Play back video clips and audio
files.
START
c: Play back still image files.
2
Select the type of file to play back,
and press the SET button.
h Slideshow playback begins.
h To stop slideshow playback, press
the SET button or MENU button.
HINT
About the slideshow settings
i The slideshow settings can be changed from the NORMAL Mode Playback
Menu (page 99).
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PLAYBACK VOLUME
Adjust the playback volume for video clips and audio files.
1
Display the SIMPLE Mode
PLAY VOLUME
the playback volume setting, and
press the SET button.
h The volume control bar appears.
4
VOLUME SETTING
2
Press [G] or [H] to set the
volume, and press the SET
button.
h The playback volume is set, and
the display returns to the SIMPLE
Mode Playback Menu.
HINT
The volume can be adjusted during playback
i During video clip or audio file playback, if you push the zoom switch toward
[T/]] or [W/P], the volume control bar will appear, allowing you to
adjust the volume.
In the NORMAL mode
i When you select “PLAY VOLUME” from the NORMAL Mode Playback
Menu and press the SET button, the volume control bar appears.
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DELETING FILES
You can delete files if you no longer need them. You can delete single files,
selected files or all the files at one time.
Delete single/delete all/delete folder
1
Display the SIMPLE Mode
the delete setting, and press the
SET button.
DELETE
DELETE SINGLE
DELETE SELECTED
DELETE ALL
DELETE SINGLE:
Deletes one file at a time.
DELETE SELECTED:
Deletes the selected files
DELETE FOLDER
OK
DELETE ALL:
Deletes all files.
DELETE FOLDER:
Delete the folder and all the files in the folder.
2
Select the desired delete mode, and press the SET button.
h The Delete Confirmation Screen appears.
<DELETE SINGLE>
h Press [G] or [H] to select the file you wish to delete.
h There is no confirmation screen when deleting single files. Please
make sure that the displayed image is one you wish to delete.
<DELETE ALL>
h Press [G] or [H] to confirm the files to delete.
<DELETE FOLDER>
h Press [I] or [J] to select the folder you wish to delete.
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3
Select “DELETE”, and press the SET button.
<DELETE SINGLE>
h The currently displayed file is deleted.
h To delete other files, select the files, select “DELETE” and press the
SET button.
<DELETE ALL, DELETE FOLDER>
h The Delete Confirmation Screen again appears. To delete the files,
select “DELETE” and press the SET button. Then select “YES” and
press the SET button, and the files will be deleted. When file delete is
completed, “No image” is shown.
Delete selected
Delete selected files.
1
2
delete setting, and press the SET button.
Select “DELETE SELECTED”,
and press the SET button.
h The screen to select files to
delete appears.
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Select an image you wish to delete.
h Use the arrow keys to move the orange frame to the file you wish to
delete.
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4
Press the SET button.
h The selected file is marked with the delete icon [
h Up to 100 files can be selected.
].
h To cancel a delete selection and remove the delete icon from a file,
move the orange frame to the marked file and press the SET button.
5
6
Press the [
h The Confirm Delete Screen appears.
]or [
] button.
Select “YES”, and press the SET button.
h The selected files are deleted.
HINT
In the NORMAL mode
i When you select “DELETE” from the NORMAL Mode Playback Menu and
press the SET button, the Delete Screen appears.
CAUTION
i Files that are protected from accidental delete cannot be deleted. To delete
and then follow the file delete procedure.
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PLAYBACK MODES
21-image display playback
1
2
Display the image you wish to
play back.
Zoom switch
Push the zoom switch toward
the [W/P] side.
h The 21-image display appears.
3
Select the image to play back.
h Use the arrow keys to move
the orange frame to the
desired image, and press
the SET button.
h Pushing the zoom switch
toward the [T/]] side will
show the 8-image display.
h If the zoom switch is pushed
toward the [W/P] side while
the 21-image display is shown,
the display changes to the
screen to select the playback
h It is not possible to perform the
file delete or file protect
settings on the 21-image
display.
Arrow keys
SET button
2
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Selecting the playback folder
If the card contains multiple folders, you can select from which folder you
would like to play back.
1
2
Display the Playback Screen.
Push the zoom switch toward the
[W/P] side twice.
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SELECT FOLDER
100SANYO
101SANYO
102SANYO
h The screen to select the
playback folder appears.
h If the zoom switch is pushed
toward the [T/]] side, the
camera changes to the 21-image
OK
3
Press [I] or [J] to move the orange
frame to the desired folder, and press
the SET button.
h The files in the selected folder are
displayed in the Playback Screen.
HINT
In the NORMAL mode
i When you select “SELECT FOLDER” from the NORMAL Mode Playback
Menu and press the SET button, the screen to select the playback folder
appears.
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Magnifying (zooming in) the image
1
2
Display the image that you want to magnify.
h For a video clip, pause playback at the place you want to magnify.
Push the zoom switch toward the
SAVE
110088%%
[T/]] side.
h Magnification is enabled.
h The image is magnified, and the
central portion of image is
displayed.
h Use the arrow keys to view
different parts of the magnified
image.
100% MOVE
To magnify:
Magnification increases each time
the zoom switch is pushed toward
the [T/]] side.
To return to normal size:
Magnification decreases each time
the zoom switch is pushed toward the
[W/P] side.
h Press the SET button to return to the
normal (100%) view.
HINT
The magnified portion of the image can be saved as a separate image
i Press the [
] button. The magnified portion is saved as a new still
image.
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NORMAL
SHOOTING
NORMAL/SHOOTING
RECORDING MENU 1
Video setting
When recording a video clip, smoother motion and better image clarity can be
achieved by a higher pixel rate (resolution) and a faster frame rate. However,
the file size will also be proportionately larger, requiring longer times to edit
and store. It is recommended that you adjust the settings to those suitable for
the desired purpose. Note that this menu is also used for recording audio only
files.
CAUTION
When editing video clips...
i In order for video clips to be joined, they must have been photographed in
the same mode.
i Video clips that were photographed in different modes cannot be joined.
Audio recording
k Audio recording
1
Select <, and press the SET
button.
h The audio recording mode is
enabled.
Remaining time
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h The menu display is canceled if
the MENU button is pressed.
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2
3
Press the [
] button.
h Audio recording begins. During
recording, < appears in the
monitor. It is not necessary to
continue pressing the [
button while recording.
Length of recording
]
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End the recording.
h Press the [
] button again to stop recording.
HINT
You can capture a still image during an audio recording
i Press the [
] button during audio recording to capture a [ still image.
About files saved in segments
i When the video setting is set to a voice memo < that exceeds about
13 hours, the recorded file is saved once, and the recording continues in a
new file. For other video settings, when the file size exceeds 4 GB, the
recorded file is saved once, and the recording continues in a new file.
(These 4 GB segments are automatically created. The recording session
continues until you stop recording, but voice memo recording is temporarily
interrupted while the file is being saved.)
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k Audio playback
1
Select an audio file, and press the SET button.
h Playback begins.
To do this...
Do this
Start
playback
Press the SET button.
Normal
playback
Press the SET button.
Pause
Press [I].
Stop
playback
Press [J].
During playback, Press [H].
Fast
forward
Each time [H] is pressed, the speed
increases. If [G] is pressed, during fast
forward, the speed decreases.
During playback, press [H].
Fast
forward/
fast reverse
Fast
reverse
Each time [G] is pressed, the speed
increases. If [H] is pressed, during fast
reverse, the speed decreases.
Pause
Press [I].
Press the SET button.
Return to
normal
playback
During playback, push the zoom switch
Louder
Softer
toward the [T/]] side.
Volume
adjustment
During playback, push the zoom switch
toward the [W/P] side.
CAUTION
If no audio is heard...
i The audio is not played back when the audio recording is played back in
the fast playback or fast reverse mode.
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Still image setting
For still images, you can select either the 4:3 or 16:9 horizontal to vertical
aspect ratio. This menu is also used for shooting sequential shots.
Sequential shots
1
2
Select : or t, and press the SET button.
h The camera changes to the sequential shots mode.
Press the [
] button.
h Shooting begins. Shooting continues as long as the [
] button is
kept pressed.
HINT
What is the maximum number of images in a sequential shots
sequence?
t: 22 images
:: 14 images
i If you continue shooting even after the maximum number of images has
been captured, recording does not stop.
i If you continue shooting after the maximum number of images has been
captured, subsequent captured images will overwrite the sequence
already captured, beginning from the first image in the sequence.
About the focus when shooting sequential shots
i When sequential shots are captured, the autofocus operates when the
[
] button is pressed halfway, fixing the focus.
Can the flash be used?
i The flash does not operate when shooting sequential shots.
Did the angle of view change?
i When shooting sequential shots, the angle of view relative to that of still
image shooting may change.
i During sequential shots shooting, the PHOTO NR setting automatically
turns OFF.
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Scene select setting
You can select from various preset settings (aperture, shutter speed, etc.) for
specific shooting conditions.
HINT
i To return to normal photography, select = from the scene select menu,
and press the SET button.
i When capturing images using the lamp Q, fireworks + or night view
portrait / setting, use a tripod or other method to stabilize the camera.
i In the sequential shots mode, it is not possible to select night view portrait
/, fireworks +, or lamp Q.
i A table showing the limitations for settings corresponding to scene select
Filter setting
The filter feature changes image characteristics such as color tones, to apply
unique effects to the photographed image.
HINT
i To return to normal photography, select &from the filter menu, and
press the SET button.
i A table showing the limitations for settings corresponding to filter icons
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Self-timer setting
can set the self-timer from the Recording Screen.
HINT
To pause or cancel the self-timer function...
i If the [
released, the self-timer countdown temporarily stops. Press the [
button or [ ] button one more time to restart the self-timer.
] button or [
] button is pressed again before the shutter is
]
i To cancel self-timer photography, select the N icon from the self-timer
menu, and press the SET button.
i The self-timer is automatically reset to off N after the power save mode
is activated and the camera turned off.
When x is selected...
i When the [
] button or [
] button is
pressed, the multi-indicator will blink for
about 10 seconds, and then the image
is captured. Also, 4 seconds before the
shutter releases, the indication shown in
the illustration appears on the monitor.
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RECORDING MENU 2
Motion compensation (image stabilizer) setting
Your camera can minimize a jittery picture by compensating for unintentional
hand motion.
HINT
If the motion compensation does not seem to be working...
i Due to the mechanical characteristics of this function, it may not be
possible for the camera to compensate for violent motion.
may make it difficult for the motion compensation function to work correctly.
i When the scene select function is set to night view portrait / or lamp
Q, the motion compensation effect may be insignificant.
Can’t set the “photo stabilizer” setting?
i The photo stabilizer is automatically turned off ] after any of the
following operations.
h Starting video clip recording.
When motion compensation is enabled,
i The following icons are shown on the monitor:
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The video stabilizer is active
The photo stabilizer is active
Both the video stabilizer and the photo stabilizer
are active
Did the scene select setting change?
i When the photo stabilizer is set to \, if the scene select setting is +, it
will automatically change to =.
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Focus range setting
How to use the manual focus
1
Select -, and press the SET
button.
h The focus distance adjustment
bar appears.
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Press [G] or [H] to adjust the
focus distance, and press the
SET button.
2.0m
h The focus distance is set, and
you are returned to the
Recording Screen.
HINT
About the focus range
i The focus distance indication shows the distance between the center of
the lens and the subject.
i In some cases there may be a slight variance between the distance
(numerical figure) you set in the manual focus mode and the actual
distance.
About zoom movement when using the manual focus
i If the focus distance is set to 70 cm (27.56 in.) or less, the zoom changes
to the largest setting that is suitable for that focus distance.
i When the focus distance is set to 70 cm (27.56 in.) or less, the zoom will
function only within the range at which the image is focused.
About the super macro mode
i When the focus range is set to super macro +, the zoom is temporarily
set to the wide end.
you can change the focus range setting from the Recording Screen.
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Focus mode setting
When the spot focus setting is selected,
the focus mark + appears in the center
of the monitor.
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Focus mark
Light-measuring mode setting
When spot light-measuring is selected,
the light-measuring spot mark
appears in the center of the monitor.
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ISO sensitivity setting
With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to
the brightness of the subject. However, the ISO sensitivity can be set to a
fixed setting.
HINT
i By setting a higher ISO sensitivity, you can set faster shutter speeds and
capture images in darker locations, but noise in the captured images may
increase or the images may be irregular.
you can change the ISO setting from the Recording Screen.
CAUTION
Does the image appear to flicker when recording a video clip?
i If recording a video clip under fluorescent lights with the ISO sensitivity set
to w or higher, a noticeable flicker may appear in the image.
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RECORDING MENU 3
White balance setting
This camera automatically adjusts the white balance under most lighting
conditions. However, if you want to specify the lighting conditions or change
the overall tone of the image, the white balance can be manually set.
How to use the one push setting
1
2
Select the ^ icon.
Fill the entire screen with a plain white card (or piece of paper, etc.),
and press the SET button.
h This completes the white balance setting.
HINT
To cancel the white balance setting
i Select >, and then press the SET button.
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Exposure setting
The shutter speed and aperture size can be set individually.
1
Select the desired icon from the
exposure menu, and press the
SET button.
<If T, g or , was
selected>
1 Press [I] or [J] to select
aperture value or shutter
speed.
2 Press [G] or [H] to change
the setting for the selected
parameter.
F3.5
1/250
Shutter speed
Aperture
2
Press the SET button.
h This completes the exposure setting.
HINT
i To prevent the effects of camera shake at slow shutter speeds, it is
recommended to use a tripod or other method to stabilize the camera.
i A slow shutter speed may be useful for photographing in a darker
environment, but noise in the image may be increased.
i The exposure setting automatically becomes @ if the scene select
function is active.
i In the sequential shots mode, the shutter speed is faster than 1/15 sec.
i Even if the shutter speed is set to slower than 1/29 sec., the shutter speed
during video clip recording is 1/30 sec.
i If the exposure setting is set to T, g or H, by assigning an operation
or H exposure setting from the Recording Screen.
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Subject chaser settings
Adjust the settings to automatically target a specific color with the color
chaser function, or capture sharp face shots with the face chaser function.
Shooting with the color chaser function (still
images only)
1
2
Set the color chaser setting to (.
h A target mark (+) appears in the center of the monitor.
Move the target mark to the desired subject, and press the SET
button.
h When the subject is successfully targeted, a target frame icon (blue
ꢀ) appears superimposed on the subject.
<To cancel the color chaser operation>
h While the target frame icon is displayed, press the SET button.
<If the subject is not successfully targeted>
h The target mark continues to be displayed. Press the SET button once
more, and try to engage the target again.
3
Press the [O] button.
h The image is captured at the moment the [O] button is pressed.
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Shooting with the face chaser function
1
Set the face chaser setting to -.
h When the subject is successfully targeted, a green double-frame
appears superimposed on the subject.
2
3
When capturing a still image, press the [O] button halfway.
Press the [O] or [R] button.
<To capture a still image>
h Gently press the [O] button all the way to capture the photo.
<To record a video clip>
h Recording begins when the [R] button is pressed.
h During recording, an orange frame appears superimposed on the
subject.
CAUTION
About recording with the subject chaser
i The chaser function does not work while the digital zoom is being used.
i The chaser function does not work when zooming in or out.
i The chaser function may not work when the subject in the monitor is
relatively small or appears dark.
i If the scene select function setting was fireworks + or landscape +, it
automatically changes to =.
When using the face chaser function
i The light measuring mode changes to multi-section light measuring.
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High sensitivity mode setting
When you shoot in the high sensitivity mode, the captured image appears
even brighter than that specified by the ISO sensitivity and exposure
compensation settings.
CAUTION
Limitations of the high sensitivity mode
i When the shutter speed is reduced to create a bright image, video clip
motion will appear uneven during playback.
i When shooting in a dark environment, the autofocus and auto exposure
may not function effectively.
Digital zoom setting
This setting allows you to specify whether or not the digital zoom is enabled
during zoom shooting.
HINT
i The digital zoom does not function in the following situation:
When the still image mode is set to 4 or 5.
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Exposure compensation
By assigning the exposure compensation operation shortcut to an arrow key
capturing images.
1
2
Assign the operation shortcut to
Press the arrow key to which the
operation shortcut was
assigned.
h
The exposure compensation bar
appears.
3
Press [G] or [H] to adjust the
The exposure compensation
numerical value is shown at the
left end of the exposure
compensation bar.
exposure.
h
Arrow keys
SET button
h
h
The exposure compensation
can be set to a value from
–1.8 EV to +1.8 EV.
The exposure compensation bar
is canceled when the MENU
button or the SET button is
pressed.
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Exposure compensation bar
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HINT
The exposure compensation setting is canceled in the following cases:
i
i
i
i
When the pointer is set to the center position.
When the camera is set to the playback mode.
After the power is turned off.
When the camera is set to the standby mode.
Storage folder setting
Create or select a recording folder (a folder in which to store recorded files).
1
Select “REC FOLDER”, and
press the SET button.
<Create a new folder>
h Select “CREATE NEW
FOLDER”.
REC FOLDER
CREATE NEW FOLDER
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<Select an existing folder>
h Select the desired folder
number.
OK
2
Press the SET button.
h This completes the create/select folder setting.
h If you created a new folder, it automatically becomes the selected
recording folder.
CAUTION
When an existing folder cannot be selected or a new one created...
i A folder cannot be selected if it was created using a different device, or if it
already contains the maximum number of files.
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PLAYBACK
NORMAL/PLAYBACK
PLAYBACK MENU 1
Slideshow settings
Specify the settings for playing back files continuously in a “slideshow” format.
In a slideshow of still images, you can set the transition time, transition effects
and BGM.
Changing a setting
1
Select the item you wish to
change, and press the SET
button.
SLIDESHOW
MODE
ALL
1sec
OFF
OFF
TIME
EFFECT
BGM
2
3
Press [I] or [J] to change the
setting.
START
OK
Press the SET button.
Begin the slideshow
1
Select “START” and press the SET button.
h Slideshow playback begins.
h To stop slideshow playback, press the SET button or MENU button.
HINT
BGM for video clips?
i When video clips are played back in a slideshow, the recorded audio track
is played back; the BGM is not played.
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File protect setting
Prevent accidental erasure of image and audio files.
Protect files one by one
1
Display the file that you want to protect from accidental erasure, and
2
3
Select “PROTECT” and press the SET button.
Select “PROTECT SINGLE” and
PROTECT
press the SET button.
h “LOCK” appears.
h If the protect mode has already
been enabled for the file, then
“UNLOCK” appears.
LOCK
EXIT
OK
4
Select “LOCK” and press the SET
button.
h The protect mode is set for the
file.
h The protect mark B indicates
that the file is locked.
CAUTION
i Even if the protect mode is set for certain files, they will be deleted if the
card is reformatted.
HINT
To select a different image in step 3...
i Press [G] or [H].
To cancel the protect mode for a file...
i Display the desired file and repeat steps 1 to 4. The protect mark B will
disappear and the protect mode is canceled.
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Protect selected files
Select multiple files to protect.
1
2
3
Select “PROTECT” and press the SET button.
Select “PROTECT SELECTED”
and press the SET button.
h Use the arrow keys to move the
orange frame to the file you wish
to protect.
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4
Press the SET button.
h The selected file is marked with the protect icon [
].
h To cancel a protect selection and remove the protect icon from a file,
move the orange frame to the marked file and press the SET button.
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Resize
A captured image can be resized to a smaller size and saved as a separate
image.
HINT
Why can’t the image be resized?
i An image can be resized only to a smaller (or the same) size, not to a
larger size.
Rotate
Captured still images can be rotated to the correct orientation for viewing.
HINT
i An image for which the protect mode has been enabled cannot be rotated.
To rotate a protected image, cancel the protect mode before beginning the
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PLAYBACK MENU 2
Correcting the image
Repair the red-eye effect in still images to make the eyes appear more
natural, or enhance the contrast.
HINT
If the “Contrast correction not successful” or “Red-eye correction not
successful” message appears...
i The camera was not able to successfully repair the image.
i
The correction function works to automatically edit flaws that the camera
detects in captured images. In some cases, the camera may fail to correct a
flaw.
Concerning the date and time information for the saved image
i
When an image is corrected and saved, the recorded date and time of
capture (Exif information) remains unchanged from the original image.
However, the file date shown on the computer changes to the date and time
the image was revised.
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Editing video clips
You can trim away unwanted portions from a video clip and save it as a new
video clip (video clip cutting [extracting]). You can also join video clips
together and save them as one separate clip (“joining”).
Procedure to cut (extract) a portion of a video clip
1
2
Specify the frames
(1, 2) where the
video clip is to be
cut.
A
B
C
J
Extract the specified portion.
[Two ways to cut the
video clip]
i Trim away portions
A and C, and save
portion B.
i Delete portion B,
and join portions A
and C.
i The original
video clip is
not affected.
(You can also choose to erase the original video clip when the new clip is
saved.)
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Procedure to join video clips
Specify the video clip that will come first.
J
Specify the video clip that you wish to
append (join).
J
Join the video clips.
i The video clips are joined.
i
The original video clips are not affected.
(You can also choose to erase the
original video clips when the new clip is
saved.)
CAUTION
Caution when editing video clips
i When editing video clips, do not turn off the camera, as doing so may
erase the original video clip.
i As the number or size of the video clips increases, the card memory may
become full, making it impossible to edit or save the video clips. In this
case, you will need to free some of the memory on the card by deleting
Regarding the capture date of the saved files
i The capture date of edited images changes to the date that the files are
saved.
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Video clip cutting (extracting)
1
2
Display the video clip from which you wish to extract a segment.
Display the NORMAL Mode
EDIT VIDEO
“EDIT VIDEO”, and press the SET
button.
CUT
JOIN
OK
3
Select “CUT” and press the SET
button.
h The Cutting Screen appears.
Start point
00:00:10
CUT
/
SAVE
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4
Specify the start point of the extract.
h Use the procedure below to specify the frame from which the video
clip extract will start.
h Play the video clip until approximately the desired point, pause the
video clip, then play the video clip one frame at a time, stopping at the
start point of the extract. This will be the first frame of the extract.
h If the start point of the video clip is also the start point of the extract,
proceed to step 5.
<Procedure>
Play:
After pausing playback, press and hold [H] for about 2 seconds for
forward playback, or [G] for reverse playback.
Pause:
During playback, press the SET button.
Accelerated playback:
During playback, press [G] or [H] to change the playback speed.
Single frame:
After pausing playback, press [H] to move forward one frame, or [G]
to move back one frame.
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5
Press [I].
Approximate playback time
h The start point of the video clip
extract is set, and the screen to
specify the end point appears.
h Specify the end point of the
extract by following the same
procedure as in step 4.
<When joining the first and latter
portions>
CUT
00:00:06
/
SAVE
1 Press [J].
h Each time [J] is pressed, the
sections to delete and the
sections to save are
End point
Portion to be deleted
reversed.
2 Specify the end point of the
extract. The frame following the
end point of the extract will be
the start point of the latter portion
to be joined.
6
Press the [O] or [
] button.
CUT
h A screen appears for you to
select either to save the edited
video clip as a new (separate)
file, or to delete the original video
clip and replace it with the edited
video clip.
SAVE AS NEW
OVERWRITE
REVIEW CLIP
SAVE AS NEW:
OK
The edited video clip will be
saved as a new file. The original
video clip remains unchanged.
OVERWRITE:
The original video clip will be
deleted. Only the edited video clip
will be saved.
REVIEW CLIP:
Play back the edited video clip
before saving it.
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7
Select the desired option, and press the SET button.
h Editing starts.
h When editing ends, you are returned to the NORMAL Mode Playback
Menu.
HINT
i You will not be able to overwrite the file if the original file is protected.
i If the “Insufficient card memory” or “Insufficient internal memory” message
appears, you will need to free some of the memory by deleting files that
you do not need to keep.
CAUTION
Warning concerning the battery pack remaining charge
i During the editing of lengthy video clips, the time to process the large
amount of data can become quite long. To avoid problems caused by the
battery pack becoming depleted in the middle of video clip editing, before
starting to edit be sure that a sufficiently charged battery pack is installed
in the camera, or connect the AC adaptor.
i It is recommended that a computer be used to edit long video clips.
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Joining video clips
CAUTION
i Video clips that were photographed in different modes cannot be joined.
1
2
3
Display the NORMAL Mode
“EDIT VIDEO”, and press the SET
button.
EDIT VIDEO
CUT
JOIN
OK
Select “JOIN” and press the SET
button.
h The 8-image playback display for
video clips appears.
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SAVE
OK
Move the orange frame to the
video clip you wish to join, and
press the SET button.
h The specified video clip is
labeled with a number.
1
h Up to 9 video clips can be
selected.
h To cancel a selection and
remove the number label from a
video clip, select the video clip
and press the SET button.
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00:00:05
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SAVE
RELEASE
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4
Press the [O] or [
] button.
JOIN
h A screen appears for you to
select either to save the joined
video clip as a new (separate)
file, or to delete the original video
clips and replace them with the
joined video clip.
SAVE AS NEW
OVERWRITE
REVIEW CLIP
SAVE AS NEW:
OK
The joined video clip will be saved
as a new file. The original video
clips remain unchanged.
OVERWRITE:
The original video clips will be
deleted. Only the joined video clip
will be saved.
REVIEW CLIP:
Play back the joined video clip
before saving it.
5
Select the desired option, and press the SET button.
h Editing starts.
h When editing ends, you are returned to the NORMAL Mode Playback
Menu.
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HINT
i If the file size of the video clip after editing exceeds 4 GB, it is not possible
to either “SAVE AS NEW” or “OVERWRITE”.
i You will not be able to overwrite the file if the original file is protected. If you
want it to be erased, you will need to first remove the protection (pages 51
i If the “Insufficient card memory” or “Insufficient internal memory” message
appears, you will need to free some of the memory by deleting files that
you do not need to keep.
CAUTION
Warning concerning the battery pack remaining charge
i During the editing of lengthy video clips, the time to process the large
amount of data can become quite long. To avoid problems caused by the
battery pack becoming depleted in the middle of video clip editing, before
starting to edit be sure that a sufficiently charged battery pack is installed
in the camera, or connect the AC adaptor.
i It is recommended that a computer be used to edit long video clips.
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Printing instructions
In addition to using your printer to print out still images captured with your
camera, as with conventional film, you can have prints made at shops offering
digital print services. Moreover, this camera is DPOF-compatible, so you can
use the camera to specify the number of prints, whether or not the date is
displayed on the print, and also to request an index print.
Display the Printing Instructions Screen
1
Select a photo from the Playback Screen.
h A photo must be selected in order to access the Print Instructions
Screen.
2
Display the NORMAL Mode
PRINT INSTRUCTIONS
“PRINT INSTRUCTIONS”, and
press the SET button.
ALL IMAGES:
The specified printing instructions
ALL IMAGES
EACH IMAGE
INDEX
ALL CLEAR
apply to all the images.
EACH IMAGE:
OK
The printing instructions are
specified for each individual image.
INDEX:
All the still images are printed as
miniature images (thumbnail
images), several images on one
print.
ALL CLEAR:
Clear all the printing instructions.
This cannot be selected if no printing
instructions have been specified for
an image.
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HINT
Printing a single frame from a video clip
i To print with a printer or have the digital print service shop print out a still
image from a video clip, you must first save it (extract still) as a still image
About the DPOF format
i DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a print order format. You can connect
your camera to a DPOF-compatible printer to produce your prints. You can
also set the printing instructions for the desired images, and then have the
requested images printed automatically (page 143).
About the finished prints
orientation.
i The quality of the print output will differ depending on the print service and
printer used.
Specifying date imprinting and print quantities
You can specify printing instructions for each individual image (EACH
IMAGE), or apply the printing instructions to all the images (ALL IMAGES).
1
2
Display the Printing Instructions Screen (page 113).
Select “ALL IMAGES” or “EACH
PRINT INSTRUCTIONS
IMAGE”.
ALL IMAGES:
The printing instructions are applied
to all the images.
ALL IMAGES
EACH IMAGE
INDEX
EACH IMAGE:
ALL CLEAR
The printing instructions are applied
only to the image currently
displayed.
OK
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3
Press the SET button.
h The Date/Copies Print Screen
appears.
ALL IMAGES
----/--/--
:
copy
0
h If “EACH IMAGE” was selected,
press [G] or [H] to display the
desired image to print.
h The printing instructions that are
currently active for the displayed
image are shown. You can press
[G] or [H] to confirm the printing
instructions for each image.
COPIES
OK
1
DATE
Printing instructions
ALL IMAGES
:
:
2010/12/24
2copies
COPIES
OK
2
DATE
<Completed printing
instructions>
4
Specify whether the date is
displayed on the print, and the
number of prints.
Dated prints
Quantity
<Specify the number of prints>
h Press [I] or [J].
ALL IMAGES
:
:
2010/12/24
0 copy
h The quantity indication
changes.
h Display the desired number
of prints.
COPIES
OK
1
h Press the SET button.
h The number of prints is set.
<Specify dated prints>
h From the screen on which the
number of prints is set, press the
zoom switch.
DATE
h Press the SET button.
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5
Press the MENU button.
h The printing instructions for the requested print quantities and dated
prints are stored.
h The display returns to the Printing Instructions Screen.
HINT
Can’t specify dated prints?
i Dated prints are not possible for photos that were captured before the
camera’s date and time setting was completed.
Index print
Printing out many small images on one sheet is called an “index print”. This is
convenient for use as a list of the images you have captured.
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FILE INFO DISPLAY
On the Information Screen you can check what the settings were when a file
was recorded with your camera.
1
2
Display the desired file on the camera monitor.
Press the MENU button for
at least 1 second.
h The Information Screen
appears.
h If the MENU button is
pressed again, the
Information Screen is
canceled.
INFO
2
3
4
5
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MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
1
;
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1 Video clip mode
settings
<Video clip file>
2 Image or sound
number
3 Protect setting
4 File size
5 Shooting or recording
time
6 Exposure
compensation setting
7 Aperture value
8 Shutter speed
9 Remaining battery
charge
2
3
4
7
8
6
B
9
INFO
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A
;
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F3.6
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<Still image file>
0 Date and time of image
A Still image mode
settings
INFO
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3
4
5
987KB
000:00:03
B ISO sensitivity setting
AAC
9
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<Audio file>
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OPTION SETTINGS
OPTION SETTINGS
DISPLAY THE OPTION SETTING
MENU
The camera settings are executed via the Option Setting Menu.
1
Turn on the camera, set it to the
NORMAL mode, and press the
MENU button.
RECORDING MENU 1
VIDEO
1
2
3
Full-HD
PHOTO
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SCENE SELECT
FILTER
1
2
3
FLASH
SELF-TIMER
OK
S
N
Option tab
2
Select an Option tab (1, 2 or 3),
and press the SET button.
h The Option Setting Menu
appears.
h If you press [H], the screen to
select a setting to change
appears.
OPTION MENU1
CLOCK SET
1
2
3
INFO DISPLAY
STARTUP DISPLAY
OPERATION BEEP
POST VIEW
1
2
3
S
N
OK
To access a Setting Screen
3
Press [I] or [J] to select the item you wish to set, and press the SET
button.
h The Setting Screen for the selected item appears.
h To return to the Menu Screen, press the MENU button.
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h Set the camera’s clock.
OPERATION VOL:
Adjust the volume of the
operation sounds.
2 INFO DISPLAY setting
h Specify the information to
display on the playback
screen.
5 POST VIEW setting
h Specify the duration that the
captured image is shown on
the monitor (post-view) after
SHOW ALL:
Display the capture date and
playback time (video clips).
DATE & TIME:
Display the capture date.
COUNTER:
the [
] button is pressed.
6 Remaining battery charge
display (page 137)
Display the playback time
when playing back a video
clip.
OFF:
Do not display the capture
date or playback time.
3 STARTUP DISPLAY setting
h Select the display that appears
on the monitor when the
camera is turned on in the
recording mode.
4 OPERATION BEEP setting
h Settings for the camera’s
operation sounds, audio guide
and volume.
TURN ON/OFF:
Mute or enable the sounds
when the camera is turned
on or off.
SHUTTER:
Select the sound that is
produced when the [
button is pressed.
KEY SW:
]
Select the sound that is
produced when the SET
button, MENU button, etc.
are pressed.
AUDIO GUIDE:
Mute or enable the camera’s
audio help guide.
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Tab 2
OPTION MENU2
SHORTCUTS
1
2
3
1
2
3
4
5
NOISE REDUCTION
IMAGE SETTINGS
BRIGHTNESS
LANGUAGE
1
2
3
6
OK
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1 SHORTCUTS setting
2 NOISE REDUCTION setting
h Compared to normal shooting,
when the PHOTO NR function
is ON, the image processing
time after shooting a still
image is slightly longer.
VIDEO NR:
Turn ON/OFF the image
noise reduction function
during video clip recording.
PHOTO NR:
Turn ON/OFF the image
noise reduction function
during still image shooting.
WIND SOUND NR:
Turn ON/OFF the wind noise
reduction function during
video clip/audio shooting.
3 Image quality setting
h Set the vividness and
sharpness of the images.
4 BRIGHTNESS setting
h Adjust the brightness of the
camera’s monitor display.
5 LANGUAGE setting
h Select the language in which
the monitor messages are
displayed.
6 Remaining battery charge
display (page 137)
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Tab 3
OPTION MENU 3
TV OUTPUT
1
2
3
1
2
1
2
POWER SAVE
FILE NO. CONT'D
FORMAT
3
4
5
RESET SETTINGS
3
6
OK
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h Specify the elapsed period of
inactivity before the power
save mode (to conserve
battery power) is activated.
5 RESET SETTINGS
h Reset the camera settings to
the factory-preset settings.
h The following settings do not
change with this procedure:
Date and time setting
TV system setting
Language setting
6 Remaining battery charge
display (page 137)
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Shortcut setting
Assign functions (operation shortcuts) to the arrow keys when they are
pressed while the Recording Screen is displayed.
1
Select “SHORTCUTS”, and
press the SET button.
: Assign the function when [I]
is pressed.
SHORTCUTS
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
: Assign the function when [J]
is pressed.
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS
: Assign the function when [G]
is pressed.
OK
: Assign the function when [H]
Arrow keys
is pressed.
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS:
The most commonly used
settings are automatically
assigned.
2
Select the arrow key to which you wish to assign the function, and
press the SET button.
h The screen to assign a function to the key appears.
OFF: No operation shortcut is assigned to the key.
shortcut can be assigned only to the
or
key.)
s ISO:
O SEQUENTIAL: Switch between sequential shots and single shots.
DISP. ON/OFF: Turn the shooting settings display on/off.
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PHOTO VIEW: Select the desired field of view (photo view or video
view) for the Recording Standby Screen display.
When “photo view” is selected, a frame to show the
field of view during video clip recording appears.
Video clip recording area
<Photo view>
<Video view>
3
4
Press [I] or [J].
h Display the function you wish to assign to the key.
Press the SET button.
SHORTCUTS
h The selected function is
assigned to the key, and you are
returned to the Shortcuts
Screen.
h To assign functions to the other
keys, repeat steps 2 through 4.
SEQUENTIAL
PHOTO VIEW
FLASH
EXP COMPENSATION
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS
OK
<When “RECOMMENDED
SETTINGS” is selected>
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5
Press the MENU button.
h The screen to confirm the
shortcut settings appears, and
then you are returned to the
Option Setting Menu.
SHORTCUTS
h This completes the shortcuts
setting.
<To confirm the assigned
shortcuts>
h On the screen in step 1, press
the MENU button, and the
screen to confirm the shortcut
settings appears.
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TV output setting
Specify the type of image signal that is output from your camera’s USB AV
terminal.
1
Select “TV OUTPUT”, and press
the SET button.
TV SYSTEM:
TV OUTPUT
TV SYSTEM
NTSC
16:9
1080i
OFF
TV TYPE
HDMI
HDMI-CEC
Set the type of TV signal that is
output from the USB AV terminal.
TV TYPE:
Set the TV’s aspect ratio.
HDMI:
OK
Set the signal that is output from
the HDMI terminal.
HDMI-CEC:
Set the HDMI-CEC function.
2
Select the desired setting, and press the SET button.
h The screen to change the parameter for the selected setting appears.
<If “TV SYSTEM” is selected>
NTSC: Outputs NTSC video signals.
PAL: Outputs PAL video signals.
<If “TV TYPE” is selected>
16:9: Use this setting when a TV having an aspect ratio of 16:9 is
connected.
4:3: Use this setting when a TV having an aspect ratio of 4:3 is
connected.
<If “HDMI” is selected>
AUTO: The camera automatically determines the appropriate setting.
720p: Choose this setting if the video clip was recorded in the &
or " mode.
1080i: Choose this setting if the video clip was recorded in the !
or Y mode.
480p: Choose this setting if the video clip was recorded in the )
mode.
h Does not work with 480i connector.
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<If “HDMI-CEC” is selected>
ON:
Sets the HDMI-CEC function to “ON”.
OFF: Sets the HDMI-CEC function to “OFF”.
3
4
5
Press [I] or [J] to select the desired parameter.
Press the SET button.
Press the MENU button.
h This completes the TV output setting.
HINT
About the HDMI-CEC function
i This is a system control function by which, through an HDMI cable, a
control signal is output to electronic devices and the operation of multiple
devices is coordinated.
i The HDMI-CEC function will operate correctly only when the camera is
connected to a SANYO TV that incorporates the HDMI-CEC function.
i When the HDMI-CEC function is used, your TV’s remote control unit can
be used to operate the camera playback; however, it does not work to turn
the camera ON. In addition, in the playback mode, the camera’s power
save function is disabled.
i For information concerning connecting and operation, please see your
TV’s instruction manual.
(As of May 2008, SANYO TVs that incorporate the HDMI-CEC function
have not been released.)
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Relation between “TV TYPE” setting and TV
display
The tables below show the video signal that is output when the “TV TYPE”
setting is changed. However, note that for some TVs that have an auto-detect
function, the output may not conform to the table, or the TV display may not
change at all.
“TVTYPE” TV type to be
setting connected
Image file to be
displayed
TV display
Still image
(4:3)
Video clip in SD
mode
4:3
4:3
Video clip in HD
mode
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“TVTYPE” TV type to be
setting connected
Image file to be
displayed
TV display
Still image
(4:3)
Video clip in SD
mode
16:9
16:9
Video clip in HD
mode
CAUTION
If the TV display is not correct…
i If the appearance of the image on the TV monitor is not correct, you can
either change the camera’s “TV TYPE” setting, or change the screen size
setting on your TV. To change the screen size setting on your TV, please
refer to the instruction manual for your TV.
The aspect ratio of the output still image does not change to 16:9?
i The still image output will be 4:3 for images captured in a 4:3 still image
mode.
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File No. continued setting
If a newly formatted card is used, the file name (image number) of the
captured image automatically begins from 0001. If the card is subsequently
reformatted, or if a different reformatted card is used, the file names again
begin from 0001. This is because the file number continued function is set to
“OFF”, and consequently it results in more than one card containing images
with the same numbers, or may result in unintentionally overwriting files
when, for example, saving files in a computer. By setting the file number
continued function to “ON”, even if the card is reformatted or the card is
replaced with another card, the consecutive numbering of file names
continues from the last number recorded by the camera.
<File number continued function “OFF”>
File name (image number)
Card A
0001, 0002...... 0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B
0001, 0002...... 0012, 0013
<File number continued function “ON”>
File name (image number)
Card A
0001, 0002...... 0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B
0014, 0015........0025, 0026
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i If Card B already has files in it when it replaces Card A, file names are
assigned as follows.
When the highest file number on Card B (before replacing) is lower
than the highest file number on Card A: the file name of the next
recorded image continues from last file name recorded on Card A.
Card A
0001, 0002 ..... 0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B
0001, 0002, 0014, 0015 ..... 0025, 0026
Previously recorded files
When the highest file number on Card B (before replacing) is higher
than the highest file number on Card A: the file name of the next
recorded image continues from last file name recorded on Card B.
Card A
0001, 0002 ..... 0012, 0013
Replace card
Card B
0020, 0021, 0022, 0023 ..... 0025, 0026
Previously recorded files
HINT
i Until the file number continued function is turned “OFF”, consecutive file
names are assigned. It is recommended that the file number continued
function be returned to “OFF” at the end of each photography session.
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Formatting (initializing)
A card must be formatted with this camera:
i After purchasing, when used for the first time, or
i If it was formatted using a personal computer or another digital camera.
The card cannot be formatted if the lock switch is set to the “LOCK” position.
Proceed with the format procedure after setting the lock switch to the
unlocked position.
CAUTION
Caution during formatting
i Do not turn off the power to the camera or eject the card during formatting.
Formatting erases the data
i When a storage medium is formatted, all recorded files on the medium are
formatting a card, any data you want to keep should be copied to your
personal computer’s hard disk or other storage medium.
Caution regarding disposing/transferring the card (recovering data from
a reformatted card)
i If a card is reformatted or the data is erased from the card using the
camera or a computer, the card’s control data may be merely modified and
the data itself may not be completely erased from the card.
i In some cases it may be possible to recover the data from a reformatted
card using special software for that purpose.
i If you are disposing of a card, it is recommended that you physically
destroy it. If you are transferring the card to someone else to use, it is
recommended that you use commercially available software for erasing
card data. Managing data is the responsibility of the user.
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CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD
MEMORY
You can check how many images can be captured and how much recording
time is available on the card. For a table showing the maximum number of
images and recording time for specific cards, please see “Possible No. of
Checking the remaining number of images and
video recording time
1
Set the camera to the recording
h The remaining number of images
appears in the upper left of the
monitor.
h The remaining video recording
time appears in the upper right of
the monitor.
Remaining number of images
Remaining video
recording time
-
14M
S
Full-HD
7112
001:00:05
h The remaining number of images
and video recording time will
differ depending on the resolution
and compression settings.
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For audio recordings
1
Set the camera to the audio
recording mode (page 82).
h The remaining audio recording
time is shown.
Remaining time
0.3M
7112
065:07:51
HINT
i When the remaining number of images or the remaining video recording
time is “0”, you cannot capture any more images. To capture more images,
either install a new card, or save the images to a computer and then delete
i When the remaining number of images or the remaining video recording
time is “0”, it may be possible to capture a few more images by setting a
image quality setting.
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CHECKING THE REMAINING
BATTERY PACK CHARGE
When using the battery pack, the remaining battery pack charge can be
checked on the monitor. Make sure to check this indicator before capturing an
image. For an indication of the possible length of time for battery pack
operation, see page 167.
1
Display the Recording Menu or
h The battery pack remaining
charge indicator appears in the
lower right corner of the monitor.
h Due to the battery pack
characteristics, when the
ambient temperature is low,
may appear early for an
RECORDING MENU1
VIDEO
PHOTO
SCENE SELECT
FILTER
FLASH
1
2
3
Full-HD
-
14M
S
1
2
3
SELF-TIMER
OK
incorrect indication of the
remaining charge.
Battery pack remaining
charge indicator
Also, depending on the
conditions of use of the camera
or the ambient conditions (temperature, etc.), the indicated remaining
charge may change. Therefore, this indication can only be used as a
general approximation of the remaining charge.
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Battery pack
remaining
charge indicator
Battery remaining charge
Approx. full.
Power is low.
It will soon be impossible to capture or play
back images.
If this icon flashes when the [
] button is pressed, images cannot be
captured. Recharge the battery pack.
] button or
[
HINT
i If any file is present, you can also check the remaining battery pack charge
on the Information Screen (page 117).
i Battery life may differ even among battery packs of the same type.
i Depending on the usage of the camera (such as the number of times the
flash is used, the use of the monitor, etc.) or the ambient temperature
(temperatures below 10 °C [50 °F]), the number of images that can be
saved on a fully charged battery pack will vary greatly.
i It is recommended that you prepare an extra battery pack(s) when taking
pictures at a wedding or while traveling, for example, so you don’t miss
capturing images of important moments due to the battery pack power
running out. The same is recommended for taking photos in cold
environments. (In a ski area, for example, the battery pack can be kept
warm in your pocket until ready to use.)
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OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING TO A TV
CONNECTING TO A TV
CONNECTING TO A TV
By connecting the camera to a TV, you can play back the recorded files on the
TV.
CAUTION
Insert and pull out the cable carefully
i When connecting the cables, make sure that the cable plugs are correctly
oriented and that they match the shapes of the terminal sockets on the
devices. Push the plugs in straight when connecting them. If undue force is
used to connect a cable, it may permanently damage the connector pins in
the terminal socket.
i Do not use excessive force when connecting and disconnecting cables.
About image output: The image output destination differs depending on the
camera status.
Recording mode
Standby Recording
Connection
cable
Image output
destination
Playback
mode
n
NTSC:
PAL: m
Camera monitor
TV
n
m
m
n
Dedicated AV
interface cable
NTSC: m
PAL: n
Camera monitor
TV
n
m
n
HDMI cable
m
n
m
m: Images are output n: Images are not output
HINT
i HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.
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Connecting to a video input terminal
Use the supplied dedicated AV interface cable to connect to a TV.
Yellow plug:To Video Input
terminal
To USB AV terminal
Supplied dedicated
AV interface cable
Set the input to
“VIDEO”.
White plug: To Audio Input terminal
Connecting to the HDMI terminal
Use a separately sold mini-HDMI cable to connect to a TV.
Set the input to
“HDMI”.
Mini HDMI cable
(optional)
To HDMI terminal
To HDMI terminal
on the TV
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PLAYING BACK ON A TV
i After connecting the camera to the television, switch the TV input to the
terminal to which the camera is connected.
i The playback method is the same as when viewing images on the
camera’s monitor. (Use the TV controls to adjust the volume.)
i The same playback procedure as when playing back with the camera is
used to play back audio recordings as well.
i The audio playback is monaural.
CAUTION
Insert and pull out the cable carefully
i When connecting the cables, make sure that the cable plugs are correctly
oriented and that they match the shapes of the terminal sockets on the
devices. Push the plugs in straight when connecting them. If undue force is
used to connect a cable, it may permanently damage the connector pins in
the terminal socket.
i Do not use excessive force when connecting and disconnecting cables.
Copying (dubbing) images to a DVD recorder
i Please refer to the section on “Dubbing” in the instruction manual for your
DVD recorder.
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CONNECTING TO A PRINTER
CONNECTING TO A PRINTER
PRINTING
Your camera supports the PictBridge function. By connecting the camera
directly to a PictBridge-enabled printer, the camera’s monitor can be used to
select images and initiate printing (PictBridge printing).
1
2
Open the monitor unit to turn on the camera, and turn on the printer.
Use the supplied dedicated USB interface cable to connect the
camera to the printer.
USB CONNECTION
COMPUTER
PRINTER
CANCEL
SET
CANCEL
OK
Supplied dedicated
USB interface cable
To USB AV terminal
To USB connector
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3
4
Select “PRINTER”, and press the SET button.
The PictBridge printing mode is
PictBridge MENU
activated.
PRINT 1 IMAGE
PRINT ALL IMAGES
INDEX
Full-SHQ
h The camera switches to the
PictBridge printing mode, and
the PictBridge Menu Screen
appears.
DPOF
PRINTER SETTINGS
OK
5
Select the desired type of printing, and press the SET button.
PRINT 1 IMAGE: Select the still images you wish to print.
PRINT ALL IMAGES: Print all the still images.
INDEX:
Print all the still images as thumbnail images,
many images per print.
DPOF:
Print images according to the printing instruction
settings.
PRINTER SETTINGS: Print images according to settings specified by
the camera, such as paper size, type, size, layout,
printing quality, etc.
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HINT
To cancel printing
1 During printing, press [J].
h The confirmation screen to cancel printing appears.
2 Select “CANCEL” and press the SET button.
h If “EXIT” is selected and the SET button is pressed, printing resumes.
About printing all the images
i Printing is not possible if there are more than 999 images in the memory.
i Delete unwanted images before printing.
About DPOF printing
i DPOF printing is not possible if your printer is not DPOF-compatible.
About the printer settings
i The printer setting parameters shown on the Printer Settings Screen will
differ depending on the printer that is connected.
i To use printer values that do not appear on your camera’s Printer Settings
Screen, select “Y”.
i If a function set by the camera is not available in the printer, the camera’s
printer setting will automatically change to “Y”.
CAUTION
Insert and pull out the cable carefully
i When connecting the cables, make sure that the cable plugs are correctly
oriented and that they match the shapes of the terminal sockets on the
devices. Push the plugs in straight when connecting them. If undue force is
used to connect a cable, it may permanently damage the connector pins in
the terminal socket.
i Do not use excessive force when connecting and disconnecting cables.
Caution when connecting a printer
i If the power to the printer is turned off while it is connected, the camera
may not operate correctly. If the camera does not operate correctly,
disconnect the USB interface cable, turn off the camera, and then
reconnect the cable.
i During PictBridge printing, the camera’s button operation response is
slower.
i If the camera is powered by the battery pack for printing, make sure that
the remaining battery charge is sufficient.
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APPENDICES
APPENDICES
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If you have a question about the camera operation, you might find the answer
in this compilation of commonly asked questions.
Question
Answer
Action
Why doesn’t the
power turn on?
Due to cold
temperatures, the your pocket to warm
battery pack
temporarily lost its
power.
Place the camera in
it up before using it.
Why is the battery The ambient
Keep the battery
pack in an
environment of 10 to
40 °C (50 to 104 °F).
pack consumed
so quickly even
after it was fully
recharged?
temperature is
very low.
The battery pack
life has expired.
If a battery becomes
depleted quickly even
after it was sufficiently
charged, it should be
assumed that the
Power
battery has reached
the end of its service
life. Please replace it
with a new battery.
Why doesn’t
recharging end?
The battery pack
life has expired.
Replace with a new
battery pack. If this
is not effective,
consult your dealer.
Why does the
The remaining
battery pack
power is low.
Use the AC adaptor,
or replace the
battery pack with a
fully charged one.
icon
appear?
Why does the
multi-indicator
flash red?
A recorded file is
being saved on
the card or
Not a malfunction.
Wait until the multi-
indicator turns off.
internal memory.
Why doesn’t the
flash operate?
The camera has
determined that
the image is bright the camera will
Not a malfunction.
Capture the image;
Shooting
enough and the
flash is not
determine when the
flash is necessary.
necessary.
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Question
Answer
Action
Are the settings
retained even
after the camera
is turned off?
—
All settings except
the self-timer and
the exposure
compensation are
retained even after
the camera is turned
off.
Which resolution
setting should I
use?
—
Select the resolution
setting according to
the intended use.
4, 5, 6, 7,
8, ::
Appropriate for
printing letter-size or
larger, and for
Shooting
printing a close-up
of part of a photo
(trimming).
+, G, t: For
printing standard
photo (photo
service) sizes.
,, [: For
photos displayed on
a web page, or sent
as e-mail
attachments.
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Question
What is the
difference
Answer
—
Action
Because shooting
with the optical
between the
digital zoom and
the optical zoom?
zoom uses the
optics of a physical
lens, you can shoot
without losing
minute details in the
image. The digital
zoom, on the other
hand, works by
magnifying a portion
of the image that
hits the image
sensor and may
produce a coarser
image.
How can I get the
distant view into
focus?
—
Set the scene select
function to the
landscape +
mode when
Shooting
photographing.
Or, set the focus
range setting to
manual focus -,
and set the distance
to ∞.
Not a malfunction.
During the very brief
span that the zoom
lens is changing, the
recording appears
as a still image.
The video clip
appears to freeze RANGE button
for an instant.
The ZOOM
was pressed
during video clip
recording.
The zoom range
does not change
when the ZOOM
RANGE button is
pressed.
The ZOOM
RANGE button
was pressed while zoom. The zoom
the digital zoom
was engaged.
Not a malfunction.
Use the optical
range cannot be
changed while the
digital zoom is
engaged.
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Question
Answer
Action
When used in
cold weather, why the monitor
does the image
seem to leave
traces as it
Condition due to
Not a malfunction.
Spots that appear in
the monitor only
appear in the
monitor and will not
be recorded with the
images.
characteristics.
moves?
Monitor
Why does the
displayed image
contain some red,
blue and green
dots, or why are
black spots
visible?
Why is the image The subject was
too bright? too bright.
When capturing an
image, devise a way
to compensate for a
bright subject, for
example, by
changing the
shooting angle.
Viewing
images
Why is the image The focus is not
out of focus? locked properly.
Hold the camera
correctly and slowly
press the [
]
button halfway to
lock the focus. Then
press the [
]
button all the way to
capture the image.
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Question
Answer
This may happen Play back images
when trying to that were recorded
play back images on a card using this
Action
Why is there no
image (z is
shown)?
stored on a card
from a different
digital camera.
camera.
Viewing
images
Why is the
playback image
distorted?
If the subject
Not a malfunction.
This is a
characteristic of the
CMOS sensor.
moves or the
camera is moved
during recording,
a distorted image
may sometimes
occur.
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Question
Answer
Due to the
characteristics of
Action
Not a malfunction.
Why isn’t the
magnified image
clear?
the camera,
magnified images
appear less clear.
Why isn’t the
captured image
clear?
The image was
captured using
the digital zoom.
Not a malfunction.
Viewing
images
Can I play back
image and sound
files that I edited
using my
—
We cannot
guarantee the
accurate playback of
files that have been
edited using a
computer.
computer?
Why is there a
motor-like sound
during video clip
playback?
The sound of the
camera’s
mechanical action
Not a malfunction.
was recorded.
Why is there no
sound?
The volume on
the TV is set to
the minimum.
Adjust the volume
on the TV.
Connecting
to a TV
Why does a
message appear
during PictBridge printer.
printing?
There is a
problem with the
Please refer to the
instruction manual
for your printer.
Printing
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Question
Answer
You have
attempted to join
video clips having resolution or frame
different
Action
Select video clips
that have the same
The “Cannot edit
video clips with
unlike settings”
message
rate.
appears.
resolutions or
frame rates.
Why is a noise
heard from a
nearby TV or
radio during
battery
Electromagnetic
waves are emitted adaptor further away
from the charger.
Move the AC
from the TV or radio
when recharging the
battery pack.
recharging?
Why does the
“Insufficient card
memory” or
There is no more
available memory files, or use a card
on the card or in
the camera’s
Delete unnecessary
that has more
memory available.
“Insufficient
internal memory”
message appear?
internal memory.
Misc.
Why does the
“Card is
protected”
The lock switch on Move the lock switch
the card is in the
to the unlocked
position.
locked (protect)
message appear? position.
Why can’t the
camera be
operated?
A temporary
Remove the AC
internal circuitry
problem may be
the cause.
adaptor and the
battery pack from
the camera, wait a
few minutes, then
reinstall the battery
pack and try again.
A problem such
as inability to
record or play
back occurs.
The card contains After saving your
files that were
saved using a
files to a different
medium, format the
device other than card.
this camera.
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Question
Answer
Action
Can I use my
camera abroad?
—
When the camera is
connected to a TV,
you can switch the
camera’s video
output to NTSC or
PAL. If you have
questions about
accessories etc.,
please consult with
a dealer near you for
advice.
Why does the
“System error”
message appear? the camera or
card.
A problem has
occurred within
Check the following
items:
1 Remove the
card and then
install it again.
2 Remove the
battery pack and
then install it
Misc.
again.
3 Install a different
card.
If “System error” still
appears after
performing the
above steps, then
take the camera to
the dealer for
service.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before taking your camera to the repair shop, check the following table for a
possible solution to the problem.
Camera
Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
No power.
The battery
pack is dead.
Recharge the
battery pack, or
replace with a
fully charged
battery pack.
Or connect the
AC adaptor.
The battery
pack has not
been inserted
correctly.
Reinsert the
battery pack,
making sure to
orient it
Power
correctly.
A blinking
The battery
pack is too hot. battery pack to
cool down.
Wait for the
temperature
warning icon is
\shown,
and the
camera does
not turn on.
The camera
turns off by
itself.
The power
save function
is operating.
Turn on the
camera again.
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
An image is
not captured
when the
The power is
not turned on.
If the power
save function
was activated,
turn on the
[
] button or
[
] button is
camera before
shooting.
pressed.
If the camera
was turned off,
press the ON/
OFF button to
turn it on.
The maximum Install a new
number of
images that
can be
card.
Delete the
images that are
not necessary.
captured or the
maximum
video clip
Shooting
recording time
has been
reached.
The flash does The flash off
Set the flash to
automatic flash
mode or forced
flash mode.
not operate.
mode is
selected.
The battery
pack is dead.
Recharge the
battery pack, or
replace with a
fully charged
battery pack.
Or connect the
AC adaptor.
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
The digital
The still image Set it to a
zoom does not is set to 4 or different mode.
work.
5.
The digital
Set the digital
zoom setting is zoom setting to
set to “OFF”.
A warning tone The battery
(beep-beep- pack is
beep) sounds, consumed.
and it is not
“ON”.
Recharge the
battery pack, or
replace with a
fully charged
battery pack.
Or connect the
AC adaptor.
possible to
take a picture
using the self-
timer.
When zooming The optical
Not a
Shooting
in or out, the
zoom
zoom has
moved to the
malfunction.
Release the
zoom switch,
and push it
again.
movement
stops
momentarily.
maximum
magnification
position.
There is noise The ISO
in the captured sensitivity
Set the ISO
sensitivity to a
lower setting.
image.
setting is too
high.
The \icon
The camera’s
internal
shooting is not temperature is wait for the
Discontinue
shooting, and
appears, and
possible.
high.
camera to cool
down before
using it again.
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
No playback
image
appears.
The camera is Set the camera
not set to the
playback
mode.
to the playback
mode.
Monitor
The image is
too dark.
The flash was
blocked by a
finger or other correctly, and
Hold the
camera
object.
make sure the
flash is not
obstructed.
The subject
was too far
away.
Capture the
image in the
range of
operation of the
flash.
Viewing
images
The subject
was lit from
behind.
Use the forced
flash mode.
Use the
exposure
compensation
function.
Use the spot
light-measuring
mode.
There is not
enough light.
Adjust the ISO
sensitivity
setting.
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
Select a
different flash
mode.
The image is
too bright.
The forced
flash mode is
selected.
The subject
Use the
was too bright. exposure
compensation
function.
The ISO
sensitivity
setting is
incorrect.
Set the ISO
sensitivity to
=
.
The image is
not in focus.
The subject is
too close to the image with the
camera.
Capture the
subject within
the
photographable
The focus
setting is not
correct.
range.
Viewing
images
Select the
correct focus
setting for your
needs.
The camera
moved when
Hold the
camera
correctly and
slowly press
the [
the [
]
button was
pressed.
(camera
shake)
]
button halfway
to lock the
focus. Then
press the [
button all the
way to capture
the image.
The focus is
not locked
properly.
]
The lens is
dirty.
Clean the lens.
—
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
The colors of
the images
captured
This is due to
ambient
lighting.
Capture the
image using
the forced flash
mode.
indoors are not
correct.
The white
Set the white
balancesetting balance setting
is incorrect.
correctly.
A part of the
image is
The strap or a
finger was
blocking the
lens.
Hold the
camera
correctly, and
make sure the
lens is not
obstructed.
missing.
Viewing
images
“No image” is
shown.
There is no file Play back after
in the internal
memory or in
the installed
card.
capturing
images or
making audio
recordings.
—
During audio
playback,there volume setting playback
is no sound.
The playback
Adjust the
on the camera volume.
is too low.
There is no
color in the
image.
The image is
distorted.
The TV output Select the
setting is not
correct.
correct TV
output setting.
Connecting
to a TV
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
No image or
sound.
The camera is Follow the
not correctly
connected to
the TV.
instructions to
make the
connection
correctly.
Connecting
to a TV
The TV input
setting is not
correct.
Set the TV
input to the
correct setting.
The edge of
the image is
cut off.
This is a
characteristic
of the TV.
Not a
malfunction.
—
You cannot
edit or rotate
an image.
The protect
mode is set.
Cancel the
protect mode.
Image
editing
The battery
pack is not
charging.
The battery
pack is not
correctly
Make sure that
the battery
pack is
Charging
inserted in the correctly
charger.
oriented when
inserting it in
the charger.
The “Image is
protected”
message
appears and
the file cannot
be deleted.
You have
Set the protect
setting for the
file to UNLOCK.
attempted to
delete a file
that is
protected from
accidental
erasure.
Misc.
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Reference
page
Problem
Cause
Action
The audio
The audio
Set the audio
guide does not guide setting is guide setting to
sound.
set to “OFF”.
“ON”.
The recording
The recording
Depending on
capacity is less capacity is less the card, the
than that
indicated in the specified for
section
“Possible No.
of Images/
Possible
than the value
capacity may
be less than the
specified value.
Please refer to
the instructions
that
the card.
—
Shooting Time/
Possible
accompanied
the card.
Recording
Time”
.
The battery
pack appears
to be swollen.
Normalchange Not a safety
Misc.
occurring with
battery use.
Even with
hazard.
However, a
battery that is
normal correct difficult to insert
use of the
lithium-ion
because it has
become
battery, it has a swollen may
tendency to
swell as the
number of
charge and
discharge
then be
impossible to
extract from the
battery
—
compartment.
cycles adds up In this case,
and it gradually please
approaches
the end of its
service life.
discontinue its
use and replace
it with a new
battery.
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Notes regarding the Scene Select feature and
filters
Scene Select
Setting
Remarks
Focus range: Fixed at *.
Sports
a
Exposure: Fixed at @.
Portrait
>
Focus range: Fixed at *.
Chaser settings: Fixed at ).
Exposure: Fixed at @.
Landscape
+
Focus range: Fixed at *.
Night view portrait Still image setting: When sequential shots is active,
/
changes to 7.
Exposure: Fixed at @.
Snow & beach
k
Focus range: Fixed at *.
Exposure: Fixed at @.
Underwater
[
Focus range: Fixed at *.
Flash: Fixed at l.
ISO sensitivity: Fixed at =.
Photo stabilizer: Fixed at “OFF”.
Chaser settings: Fixed at ).
Still image setting: When sequential shots is active,
changes to 7.
Fireworks
+
Exposure: Fixed at @.
Focus range: Fixed at *.
Flash: Fixed at l.
Still image NR: Fixed at “OFF”.
Still image setting: When sequential shots is active,
changes to 7.
ISO sensitivity: Fixed at =.
Photo stabilizer: Fixed at “OFF”.
Exposure: Fixed at @.
Lamp*
Q
* In some cases, the shutter speed may decrease to 1/15 sec.
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Filter
Setting
Remarks
Monochrome
W
Still image mode: 4 and 5 cannot be selected.
Color chaser settings: Fixed at ).
Sepia
,
About the scene select function and focus range
settings
i The scene select function changes to = when the focus range is set to
+ or -.
i Even if you set the focus range to + or -, it changes to * when the
scene select function is set to any setting other than =.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Camera
Recorded image
file format
Still images:
JPEG format (DCF, DPOF, Exif 2.2 compliant)
Note: Designed mainly by the Japan Electronics
and Information Technology Industries
Association (JEITA), DCF (Design rule for
Camera File system) is standard for digital
still camera image files to provide
interoperability between digital photography
devices for the images stored on removable
memory cards. However, it is not
guaranteed that all devices will support the
DCF standard.
Video clips:
Conforms to ISO-standard MPEG-4 AVC/H.264*
Audio:
MPEG-4 audio (AAC compression)
48 kHz sampling rate, 16-bit stereo format
Data storage
media
Internal memory: Approx. 50 MB
SD Memory Card
SDHC Memory Card (up to 32 GB)
SDXC Memory Card (up to 64 GB)
Image sensor/
camera effective
number of pixels
1/2.33-inch (1.1 cm) CMOS sensor
Still images: Approx. 14.3 million pixels
Videos (HD mode): Approx. 11.9 million pixels
Videos (SD mode): Approx. 14.3 million pixels
* Video clip files recorded with models VPC-CA65 and VPC-CG65 are in
the same H.264 format as this model. However, such files cannot be
played back, since they are not compatible due to differences such as the
data compression method.
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Still image
4: 4640 × 3480 pixels (approx. 16 million pixels)
5: 4608 × 2592 pixels (approx. 12 million pixels,
16:9 aspect ratio)
shooting mode
(recording
resolution)
6: 4352 × 3264 pixels (approx. 14 million pixels,
low compression)
7: 4352 × 3264 pixels (approx. 14 million pixels,
normal compression)
8: 4352 × 2448 pixels (approx. 10 million pixels,
16:9 aspect ratio)
+: 1920 × 1080 pixels (approx. 2 million pixels,
16:9 aspect ratio)
G: 1600 × 1200 pixels (approx. 2 million pixels)
,: 1280 × 720 pixels (approx. 900,000 pixels, 16:9
aspect ratio)
[: 640 × 480 pixels (approx. 300,000 pixels)
:: 4352 × 3264 pixels (approx. 14 million pixels,
sequential shots)
t: 1600 × 1200 pixels (approx. 2 million pixels,
sequential shots)
Video clip
!: 1920 × 1080 pixels, 60 fields/s (60i)
Y: 1920 × 1080 pixels, 30 fps (30p)
": 1280 × 720 pixels, 60 fps (60p)
&: 1280 × 720 pixels, 30 fps (30p)
): 640 × 480 pixels, 30 fps (30p)
recording mode
(recording
resolution)
h The 60 fps frame rate of this camera is 59.94 fps,
and the 30 fps frame rate is 29.97 fps.
White balance
Lens
Full-auto TTL; manual setting available
Focal length: f = 6.8 mm to 34.0 mm, Optical 5×
zoom
Open: F = 3.5 (wide) to 3.7(tele)
8 groups, 10 elements (including three with four
aspheric surfaces)
Galvanometer iris
Internal ND filter
35 mm film camera conversion
Still image shooting: 38 mm to 190 mm (Optical
zoom 5×)
Video clip recording:
Double-range zoom W mode: f = 40 mm to 240
mm (Advanced Zoom 6×)
Double-range zoom T mode: f = 80 mm to 480
mm (Advanced Zoom 6×)
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Exposure control
type
Programmable AE/Shutter speed priority AE/
Aperture priority AE/Manual exposure control
Exposure compensation available (0 1.8 EV in
0.3 EV steps)
Light-measuring
mode
Multi-section measuring, center-weighted
measuring, spot measuring
Range
Normal mode:
50 cm (19.69 in.) to infinity
Super macro mode:
1 cm (0.39 in.) to 80 cm (31.50 in.) (wide end only)
Digital zoom
Shutter speed
For shooting:
1× to approx. 10×
For playback:
1× to approx. 72.5× (varies with resolution)
Still image shooting mode: 1/2 to 1/1,500 sec.
(Approx. 1 sec. max. when scene select function
is set to lamp Q)
(During flash: 1/30 to 1/1,500 sec.)
Sequential shots mode: 1/30 to 1/1,500 sec. (no
flash)
Video clip recording mode: 1/30 to 1/10,000 sec.
(1/15 sec. max. when scene select function is set
to lamp Qor the high sensitivity mode)
Sensitivity
Still image shooting (standard output sensitivity*)/
video clip recording mode:
Auto (video clip recording: ISO 50 to 800; still
image shooting: ISO 50 to 400)/ISO 50, ISO 100,
ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, and ISO 1600
(switchable from the Recording Menu)
h Sensitivity measured in compliance with the
ISO standard (ISO 12232:2006).
h Maximum ISO sensitivity up to 1600 equivalent
when Scene Select function is set to Q.
Minimum subject
illumination
17 lux (1/30 sec. in the scene select AUTO mode)
5 lux (1/15 sec. in the HIGH SENSITIVITY or lamp
mode)
Image stabilizer
Monitor
Video: Electronic
Still image: Multi-calculation electronic
2.7" (6.9 cm) low-temperature polysilicon TFT color
wide liquid crystal (transmissive), approx.
230,000 dots
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Flash working
range
GN = 4.0
Approx. 50 cm (19.69 in.) to 2.3 m (7.55 ft.) (wide)
Approx. 80 cm (31.50 in.) to 2.2 m (7.22 ft.) (tele)
Flash modes
Focus
Auto-flash, forced flash, flash off
TTL-type AF (still image shooting mode: 9-point
range finder/spot focus; video clip recording mode:
Continuous focus), manual focus
Self-timer
Approx. 2-second delay, 10-second delay
Ambient
environment
Temperature
0 to 40 °C (32 to 104°F) (operation)
–20 to 60 °C (–4 to 140°F) (storage)
Humidity
30 to 90% (operating, no
condensation)
10 to 90% (storage, no
condensation)
Water-resistant
Compliant with JIS protection grade 8 standards
(according to tests conducted in-house by Sanyo)
Can be submerged at a maximum depth of 3.0 m
(9.84 ft.), for up to 60 minutes.
Power supply
Battery pack
Li-ion battery pack (DB-L80) ×1
AC adaptor
(supplied)
VAR-G12
Power consumption
3.5 W (When using the Li-ion
battery during recording)
Dimensions (excluding protrusions) 92.0 (W) × 40.8 (D) × 123.0 (H) mm
3.62 (W) × 1.61 (D) × 4.84 (H) in.
(Maximum dimensions)
Volumetric capacity: Approx. 188 cc
Weight
Approx. 242 g (8.5 oz.) (including
battery pack and card)
Approx. 225 g (7.9 oz.) (camera
only [without battery pack and
card])
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Camera connectors
USB AV
Audio
Monaural
(communication/audio output
and video output)
terminal
Video
output
Composite video, NTSC color TV
system/PAL TV system (switchable
from the Option Setting Menu)
USB
USB 2.0 High Speed
PC camera: USB video class
HDMI terminal
Video output
Total number of scan lines (effective
number of scan lines): 750p (720p)/
1125i (1080i)/525p (480p)
Audio output: L-PCM 48 kHz sampling
Battery life
Shooting
Still image
shooting mode
Approx. 200 images:
CIPA standard (when a SanDisk
2 GB SD Memory Card is used)
Video clip
recording mode
Approx. 60 minutes:
Recorded in ! mode
Playback
Approx. 210 minutes:
Monitor on, continuous playback
i Until battery pack runs out when using a fully charged battery pack at a
25 °C (77 °F) ambient temperature.
i The operation time may vary depending on the conditions of the battery
pack and the conditions of use. Especially when used at temperatures
below 10 °C (50 °F), the battery pack operation time is significantly
reduced.
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Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/
Possible Recording Time
Shooting/
recording
mode
SD Memory Card
Resolution
setting
Internal
Memory
8 GB
16 GB
6 images
1,200 images
1,480 images
1,130 images
1,690 images
2,240 images
2,340 images
2,890 images
2,210 images
3,300 images
4,370 images
4
5
6
7
8
+
G
,
[
8 images
6 images
9 images
12 images
Still image
mode
59 images 10,800 images 21,100 images
64 images 11,300 images 22,000 images
119 images 20,700 images 40,400 images
275 images 49,800 images 97,100 images
9 images
1,690 images
3,300 images
:
t
!
64 images 11,300 images 22,000 images
18 sec.
24 sec.
1 hr. 1 min.
1 hr. 21 min.
1 hr. 21 min.
1 hr. 46 min.
4 hr. 19 min.
2 hr
2 hr. 38 min.
2 hr. 38 min.
3 hr. 27 min.
8 hr. 25 min.
Y
"
&
Video clip
mode
24 sec.
32 sec.
1 min. 18 sec.
)
Audio
recording
mode
<
22 min.
67 hr.
130 hr.
i If the continuous recording time of a voice memo exceeds about 13 hours,
the recorded file is saved once, and then recording continues in a new file.
In the video clip recording mode, when the size of the file being recorded
exceeds 4 GB, the recorded file is saved once, and then recording
continues in a new file. (These 4 GB segments are automatically created.
The recording session continues until you stop recording, but voice memo
recording is temporarily interrupted while the file is being saved.)
i The above values apply when an SD Memory Card by SanDisk is used.
i Even with cards of the same capacity, the amount of data that can actually
be stored may differ depending on the card brand, etc.
i The continuous shooting time for each video clip will differ depending, for
example, on the card capacity, environmental conditions (temperature and
shooting conditions, etc.).
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Concerning the multi-indicator
The camera’s multi-indicator will light, flash, or be off, depending on the
different camera operations.
Multi-indicator
Multi-indicator
status
Color
Green
Orange
Camera status
Connected to a
computer or
printer
Lit
Power save
mode active
Flashing
Connected to a
TV
Lit
Lit
Charging
Rise in internal
temperature
Slow
During self-
Fast timer
Red
Flashing
photography
Very
fast
Accessing card
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Supplied AC adaptor
Part number
Power source
Rated output
VAR-G12
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
DC 5 V, 1.0 A
0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) (operation),
–20 to 60 °C (–4 to 140 °F) (storage)
Temperature
Humidity
Ambient
environment
20 to 80% (no condensation)
50.0 (W) × 32.8 (D) × 48.9 (H) mm
1.97 (W) × 1.29 (D) × 1.93 (H) in.
(not including plug)
Dimensions
Weight
Approx. 41 g (1.4 oz.) (not including plug)
Supplied Li-ion battery pack
Model number
Voltage
DB-L80
3.7 V
Capacity
700 mAh
Ambient
environment
Temperature 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) (during use)
–10 to 30 °C (14 to 86 °F) (storage)
Humidity
10 to 90% (no condensation)
Dimensions
Weight
39.2 (W) × 5.9 (D) × 31.4 (H) mm
1.54 (W) × 0.23 (D) × 1.24 (H) in.
Approx. 15 g (0.5 oz.)
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Others
Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the USA and other countries.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation (USA).
®
®
®
In this manual, the Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system, Microsoft
®
®
®
Windows XP operating system, Microsoft Windows Vista operating
®
®
system, and Microsoft Windows 7 operating system are collectively
referred to as “Windows”.
TM
®
Software Red Eye by FotoNation 2003-2005 is a trademark of FotoNation
Inc.
©
Red Eye software 2003-2005 FotoNation In Camera Red Eye - covered by
U.S. Patent No. 6,407,777. Other patents Pending.
SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.
Eye-Fi is a registered trademark of Eye-Fi, Inc.
All other company and product names are registered trademarks or
trademarks of their respective owners.
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CAUTION
i It is forbidden to copy this manual, whole or in part, without prior written
permission.
i All images and illustrations given in this manual are for explanation
purposes and may differ slightly from that of the actual product. Also,
actual specifications are subject to change without prior notice and
therefore may differ from the contents of this manual.
Before capturing those important shots, be sure to first take a
test shot to confirm that your camera is set up and ready to go
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any problems resulting
from the use of this camera.
i Sanyo Electric declines all responsibility for damages due to improper use
of the camera, failure to adhere to the instructions given in this manual, or
repairs or changes done by those other than a technician authorized by the
manufacturer.
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any damage caused by
optional devices or consumable items used with the camera other than
those supplied with the camera or those specified by Sanyo Electric.
i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses or loss of
revenue resulting from the loss of data caused by the malfunction, or the
repairing of a malfunction, of the camera.
i The images captured with this camera will differ in quality from pictures
taken with a standard film camera.
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HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES
Taking great pictures in difficult surroundings is easier than you might think.
By keeping a few points in mind and choosing the correct settings, you can
create photos that you’ll be proud to display and share.
If images are blurred even when the autofocus is
used
Your camera employs an autofocus function. When you snap a picture using
the autofocus, the camera automatically adjusts the settings so that the
image will be in focus. If you are getting blurred images even when using the
autofocus, one or more of the following might be the reason.
k How the autofocus works
The autofocus is activated when the [
Press the [ ] button slightly, and the target mark will appear on the monitor
to indicate that the autofocus has been activated. Next, continue to gently
press the [ ] button all the way to snap the picture. This two-step method is
] button is gently pressed halfway.
the way to ensure that your photos are perfectly focused.
k Reasons for unfocused images
1 The [
] button was pressed all the way in one step.
2 After the image was focused, the subject moved.
h Even if camera focuses the subject once, if the distance between the
camera and the subject is changed, the subject may become out of
focus.
3 The focus setting is not set for the correct distance.
h If you shoot a close-up subject with the camera set to the normal focus
mode, or if you shoot a subject at normal distance with the camera set
will not be in focus.
k Preventing blurred images
1 Confirm that the camera is set to the correct focus mode for your subject.
2 Hold the camera correctly, and press the [
3 Wait for the target mark to appear in the monitor, and holding the camera
steady, gently continue to press the [ ] button all the way down.
] button halfway.
Following these steps for a gentle but firm pressing of the [
ensure that you get beautifully focused photos.
] button will
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Photographing a moving subject
Situation: You would like to snap an action shot of a moving child or pet. The
autofocus is activated, but because the subject is moving, the image may be
blurred. In particular, when the distance between the camera and the subject
is changing, it is difficult to lock the focus on the subject. Here are some hints
for successfully capturing images of moving subjects.
k Reasons for unfocused images
When the [
] button is gently pressed halfway, the camera’s autofocus
works by determining the distance between the camera and the subject.
Once the subject is in focus, if it then moves before the picture is snapped,
the image may be out of focus. This often happens when you once lock the
focus on a subject and then wait for the right moment to snap the picture.
And, conversely, a blurred image may result if you press the [
] button all
the way in one step in an attempt to quickly capture an action scene, thus
failing to activate the autofocus in time.
In addition to the autofocus, a manual focus mode is also incorporated in your
camera. In the autofocus mode, the distance between the camera and the
subject is automatically determined when you press the [
] button halfway.
In contrast to this, with the manual focus mode, you manually set the focus by
specifying the correct distance between the camera and the subject before
taking the picture.
k How to photograph a moving subject
1 Set the camera’s focus mode to the manual focus. Set the focus distance
to the correct distance between the camera and the subject.
2 When the subject is at the set focus distance, gently press the [
]
button all the way down.
<Advantage of using the manual focus>
i Images can be quickly captured without waiting for the autofocus to
activate.
i Because you are presetting the focus distance, the focus can be more
accurate.
<Using the manual focus effectively>
i When photographing a moving subject, press the [
] button just before
the subject reaches the focus distance, and the shutter will be released
when the subject is at the correct distance.
i Use manual focus to avoid incorrectly focused images when there is an
object between the camera and the subject you wish to focus on.
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Shooting portraits (portrait mode >)
Points:
i Choose a background that doesn’t detract from your subject.
i Move in close to your subject.
i Pay attention to lighting and how it affects your subject.
NOTE
i If the background is distracting, it will not show your subject to his best
advantage. Move in closer to your subject or zoom in so that the
background does not compete with the subject.
i In portrait photography your subject is clearly the central figure, so try
techniques that allow the subject to stand out.
i If light is coming from behind your subject (backlit), his face will appear
dark. You can get a better picture by using the flash, for example, or
changing the exposure compensation setting.
Photographing moving subjects (sports mode a)
Points:
i Match the camera’s movement with that of the subject.
i Set the zoom to the wide end (wide-angle).
i Don’t be too hesitant to press the [
] button, or you’ll miss the action.
NOTE
i Tips to not missing those great action shots: Make sure you’re holding the
camera correctly. Keep the subject in the lens at all times, moving the
camera with him while waiting for the right shot. Move your whole body–not
just your arms–with the camera while shooting.
i Blurred images are more likely when the zoom is set to the tele end than
the wide end. Set the zoom as close as possible to the wide end.
i Learn to press the [
] button quickly yet smoothly the instant your photo
chance occurs.
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Night photography (night view portrait mode /)
Points:
i Avoid camera shake.
i Increase the ISO sensitivity.
NOTE
i Camera shutter speed during night photography is considerable slower, so
there is a much greater chance that your photographed images will be
blurry. Stabilize the camera when shooting.
i You can photograph your subject with the night scene in the background by
using the flash. Be careful not to shoot too close to the subject, however, or
your subject’s face will appear too bright.
i After the flash operates, keep the camera and the subjects motionless for
about 2 seconds.
Photographing scenery (landscape mode +)
Points:
i Shoot using a high resolution.
i For zoom photography, use the optical zoom.
i Pay attention to picture composition.
NOTE
i When shooting with a wide-angle setting, or if you intend to enlarge the
photo, the higher the resolution, the better.
i To zoom in on distant scenery, it’s better to use the optical zoom. Using the
digital zoom produces a coarser image. Hold the camera securely, keeping
your elbows close to your body and making sure the camera is stable.
Taking care to stabilize the camera will increase the likelihood of getting a
clear photo.
i Don’t forget to pay attention to picture composition; note perspective and
be aware of how the placement of objects affects the scene.
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