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Page 1: Digital Camera
6 Mega Pixels Digital Camera VPC-S650 User’s Manual... -
Page 2: Copyright
Preface About this Manual This manual is designed to assist you in using your new digital camera. All information presented is as accurate as possible but is subject to change without notice. Copyright This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. -
Page 3: Trademark Recognition
ii Preface Trademark Recognition Windows 98/2000/ME/XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation System. Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Corporation. ArcSoft is the trademark of ArcSoft System, Inc. All other companies or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Warnings Read and understand all WARNING Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera. This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask the store of purchase. Do not use the camera in areas near water. This might cause fire or electric shock. -
Page 5: Caution
iv Preface CAUTION Insert the battery paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or -) of the terminals. Inserting the battery with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking. Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes. -
Page 6: For Canadian Users
This symbol mark and recycle system 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 reused. -
Page 7: Fcc Information
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Declaration of Conformity Model number: VPC-S650 Trade Name: SANYO Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY Address: 21605 Plummer Street Chatsworth, California 91311 Telephone No.: (818) 998-7322 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the... -
Page 8: Trademark Information
TRADEMARK INFORMATION ® • Microsoft and Windows Corporation. ® • Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. ® • Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. • SD™ is a trademark. • SDHC™ is a trademark. • Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. - Page 9 viii Preface Safety Instructions...
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Page 10: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Preface ... i About this Manual ...i Copyright ... i Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance ... i Declaration of Conformity ... i Trademark Recognition ...ii Safety and Handling Precautions ...ii Camera Information ...ii Battery Information ...ii Safety Instructions ...iii WARNING ...iii CAUTION ...iv FOR AMERICAN USERS ...iv... - Page 11 Turning On ...14 First Time Use ...15 Getting Started ... 16 Taking your First Photo ...16 Using Macro Mode ... 16 Setting the Flash Mode ... 16 Using the Zoom in/out Function ... 16 Using the Self-timer and Burst Photography ... 17 Recording Voice Memos ...
- Page 12 DPOF ... 30 Slideshow ... 32 Resize ... 32 Rotate ... 33 Protect ... 33 Move ... 34 Transferring Photos/Videos to your PC ...35 Camera Settings ... 36 The Setup Menu ...36 File Number ... 36 Digital Zoom ... 36 Quick View ...
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Page 14: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new digital camera. This manual provides step-by-step instructions on how to use your camera, and is intended for your reference only. System Requirements In order to get the most out of your camera, your computer must meet the follow- ing system requirements: •... -
Page 15: Camera Views
2 Introduction Camera Views Front View Wrist strap loop Back View LCD screen Top View Zoom Lens Power button Camera Views Flash Self-timer LED Zoom Lens Microphone Zoom button Playback button Fourway navigation buttons OK button Scene button MENU SCENE Menu button Shutter button... -
Page 16: Bottom View
Bottom View Tripod mount Left / Right View Wrist strap loop LED Indicators LED Status Power/Flash LED Green (steady) Green (blinking) Self-timer LED/ Red (blinking) (1Hz) Assist Lamp Red (blinking) (4Hz) Introduction 3 Battery/SD card compartment Speaker USB/AV port Camera Status Power Off. -
Page 17: Camera Buttons
4 Introduction Camera Buttons Navigation Buttons The four-way navigation buttons and the options available from the On Screen Display (OSD) menu. You can configure a wide range of settings to ensure maximum results from your photos and videos. Icon Button Up/Flash/Delete Camera Buttons button allow you to access the various... - Page 18 Icon Button Right/Self-timer/ Burst mode Down/Screen Function 1. Moves right in the OSD menus. 2. In Capture mode: • Press to scroll through the Self-timer/Burst/ Multi-Burst mode 3. In Video mode: • Press to scroll through the Self-timer options 4. In Playback mode: •...
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Page 19: The Scene Button
6 Introduction Icon Button Left/Macro The Scene Button The camera is equipped with a convenient Scene button that takes you to the Scene Menu where you can scroll between different modes and choose different scene options. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to scroll and use the ton to select. -
Page 20: Function Buttons
Night Landscape Backlight Museum Snow Sunset Fireworks Party Beach Copy Video Function Buttons Icon Button MENU Menu Playback Zoom in Zoom out Scroll to Night Landscape mode. Scroll to Backlight mode. Scroll to Museum mode. Scroll to Snow mode. Scroll to Sunset mode. Scroll to Fireworks mode. -
Page 21: Lcd Screen
8 Introduction LCD screen The high resolution 2.4” TFT LCD screen shows all important information regarding camera settings as well as the visual image for your photo or video. Use the Scene button to switch between screen modes. Press the Down/Screen button to switch between a Full display (all icons are displayed), or a Simple display (only mode icon and focus area are shown while other icons are hidden). - Page 22 Name Scene indicator Auto P-Mode Portrait Night Portrait Landscape Sport Night Landscape Backlight Museum Snow Sunset Fireworks Party Beach Copy Video Image Resolution Introduction 9 Scene Icon LCD screen...
- Page 23 10 Introduction Image Quality Best Better Good Flash Auto Flash Fill Flash Flash Off Self-timer/ M-Burst Burst mode Burst Mode Self Timer Macro indicator Macro Mode Image Counter Capture Mode Video Mode Memory Interface SD Card Internal Memory Date Stamp Zoom Bar Compensation Aperture Value...
- Page 24 ISO Speed Auto ISO 80 ISO 100 ISO 200 ISO 400 ISO 800 Focus Zone Multi-Zone Center Selected Area Sharpness High Normal Contrast High Normal Saturation High Normal Introduction 11 LCD screen...
- Page 25 12 Introduction White Balance Auto Sunny Tungsten Fluorescent Cloudy Camera Steady Warning AE Metering Average Matrix Spot LCD screen...
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Page 26: Camera Setup
Camera Setup Attaching the Wrist Strap Follow these instructions to attach the wrist strap to your camera to facilitate easy carrying: 1. Insert the short loop of the strap in the strap eyelet. 2. String the larger loop of the strap though the short loop and pull tight to attach the strap to the camera. -
Page 27: Inserting An Sd/Mmc Memory Card
14 Camera Setup Inserting an SD/MMC Memory Card The camera features 16 MB internal flash memory but you may also use an optional SD/MMC memory card for additional storage. Follow these instructions to insert the SD/MMC card. 1. Open the battery compartment at the bottom of the camera. -
Page 28: First Time Use
First Time Use Press the Power button as described in “Turning On” on page 14, a welcome screen displays on the LCD screen. If the camera is turned on for the first time, the Language menu pops up automatically after pow- ering on the camera. -
Page 29: Getting Started
16 Getting Started Getting Started Now that you are familiar with the layout of your camera, you are ready to start taking photos and movies. Taking your First Photo Taking a photo with the camera is very simple. Turn the camera on and press the Scene button to access the Auto 1. -
Page 30: Using The Self-Timer And Burst Photography
2. Press the lefts side of the Zoom switch Using the Self-timer and Burst Photography The camera comes equipped with a self-timer which allows you to take photos after a pre-defined delay. The burst photography feature allows you to take multiple con- secutive photos by pressing and holding the Shutter button. -
Page 31: Setting The Scene Mode
18 Getting Started Setting the Scene Mode The camera supports various preset modes for shooting in different environments and conditions. Each setting is configured automatically by the camera. To select scene modes: Press the Scene button to access Scene menu which displays the Scene menu options. 4. -
Page 32: Recording Voice Memos
4. In playback mode, press the Up/Flash/Delete Recording Voice Memos You can add a 1-minute voice memo to an image right after it’s taken. To record a voice memo: 1. Hold the Shutter button to start recording and release the Shutter button to stop recording. -
Page 33: Capture Settings
20 Capture Settings Capture Settings This section describes the various settings you can modify to get better results when taking photos and video clips. The Capture Menu To access the Capture menu: 1. Press the Scene button. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select Auto or P-Mode 2. -
Page 34: Image Quality
Image Quality The Image Quality setting refers to the compres- sion ratio of the JPG. The higher the image quality, the less the image compression ratio but more memory space is required. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the options. Three settings for image quality are available: •... -
Page 35: M-Burst Interval
22 Capture Settings M-Burst Interval The M-Burst Interval setting allows you to adjust the burst interval when the multi-burst function is enabled.Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the options. • 1/30 Sec (default) • 1/15 Sec • 1/7.5 Sec White Balance The White Balance setting allows you to adjust the camera setting according to the ambient white... -
Page 36: Ae Metering
AE Metering AE Metering allows you to select the area of the subject or frame by which the camera measures light. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the options. Three AE metering settings are available: • Matrix (default): Camera metering is set for evaluating 16 zones of objects with intelligent weighting in the frame. -
Page 37: Contrast
24 Capture Settings Contrast The Contrast setting allows you to adjust the con- trast of your photos. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the options. Three contrast settings are available: • High • Normal (default) • Low Setup See “The Setup Menu”... -
Page 38: Contrast
Contrast See “Contrast” on page 24 for more details on the setup menu options. Setup See “The Setup Menu” on page 36 for more details on the setup menu options. Capture Settings 25 Video Capture Menu... -
Page 39: Photo & Video Playback
26 Photo & Video Playback Photo & Video Playback Playback Mode Display Photo Playback F2.8 F2.8 F2.8 1/60 1/60 1/60 -0.3EV -0.3EV -0.3EV Video Playback -0.3EV -0.3EV -0.3EV Playback Mode Display 2 3 4 5 1/140 1/140 1/140 12345678.JPG 12345678.JPG 12345678.JPG 2005/12/12 2005/12/12... - Page 40 Name Playback mode Image resolution Sharpness Protect Color mode Flash mode Quantity SD card / Internal memory Histogram File Name Date and Time Next Battery status Previous Voice memo Mode icons ISO Speed Contrast White balance Photo & Video Playback 27 Icon Photo mode: Video mode:...
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Page 41: Viewing Photos/Videos On The Lcd Screen
28 Photo & Video Playback Viewing Photos/Videos on the LCD Screen To view your photos and video files on the LCD screen: 1. Press the Playback button played. 2. Use the Right/Left navigation buttons to scroll through photos and video clips. -
Page 42: Viewing Photos/Videos On Your Tv
Viewing Photos/Videos on your TV To view images stored on the camera on your TV, you must connect via the A/V port on the side of the camera. To connect your camera to a TV: 1. Turn on the camera and make sure that the camera’s video out format is set to the same as that of the TV. -
Page 43: Zooming In During Playback
30 Photo & Video Playback Zooming In During Playback The camera’s zoom feature can also be used during Playback. This allows you to view photos in greater detail. To zoom in on saved photos: 1. Press on the right side of the Zoom button of the Zoom button 2. - Page 44 Photo & Video Playback 31 Use this function to tag pictures stored in your memory card with print infoo Using the Playback Menu...
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Page 45: Slideshow
32 Photo & Video Playback Slideshow The Slideshow function allows you to view all stored photos in a continuous sequence. To view a slideshow: 1. Press the MENU button to select Slideshow from the menu. 2. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons and button to select from the available options: •... -
Page 46: Rotate
Rotate The Rotate function allows you to change the orientation of a saved photo. To rotate an image: 1. Press the MENU button to select Rotate from the menu. 2. Press the Left/Right navigation buttons and button to rotate the select image. •... -
Page 47: Move
34 Photo & Video Playback Move The Move function allows you to move images stored in internal memory to a memory card. To move an image: 1. Press the MENU button to select Move from the menu. 2. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons and button to select from the three avail- able options: •... -
Page 48: Transferring Photos/Videos To Your Pc
Photo & Video Playback 35 Transferring Photos/Videos to your PC To transfer photos and videos to your PC: Use the software CD to install the camera driver. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Connect the camera’s USB port to a free USB port on your PC using the USB cable. The camera’s internal memory and/or SD/MMC card appear as removable drives in the file manager. -
Page 49: Camera Settings
36 Camera Settings Camera Settings The Setup Menu The setup menu, available in capture and playback modes, allows you to configure the camera’s general settings according to your preferences. To access the setup menu: 1. Press the MENU button when in Playback or any of the capture modes. -
Page 50: Quick View
Quick View The Quick View setting allows you to view the photo that you have just taken. Once you have taken your photo, it displays on the LCD screen. If you are not satisfied with the result, you can press button to delete the photo immediately. -
Page 51: Video Out
38 Camera Settings Video Out The Video Out setting allows you to adjust the video output, depending on the type of your TV. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the menu options. Two options are available: • NTSC (default) •... -
Page 52: Date And Time
Date and Time The Date and Time setting allows you to set or adjust the date and time on your camera. To set or adjust the date and time: • Press the Left/Right navigation buttons to select the Year field. •... -
Page 53: Format
40 Camera Settings Format The Format setting allows you to erase all data in the internal memory or on the SD/MMC card. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the menu options. Three options are available: • Memory Card (default): All data on the SD/ MMC will be formatted. -
Page 54: Pictbridge Print (Ptp)
PictBridge Print (PTP) The PTP function allows you to print images captured by the camera directly with- out connecting the camera to a PC. If the camera is not connected to a PTP compliant printer, an error message displays on the LCD screen.To enable PTP function, see “USB Mode”... -
Page 55: This Image
42 Camera Settings This Image Print the selected image with the current setting. 1. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select This Image from the options and press the button to confirm. Use the Left/Right naviga- tion buttons to select previous/next file. 2. -
Page 56: Index Print
Index Print Use this function to print all images in index format. 1. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons to select the Paper size. • Default Size • Letter • A4 2. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons to set the number of copies. After the number of cop- ies is set, press the Up/Down navigation but- tons again to continue or cancel the action. -
Page 57: All Images
44 Camera Settings All Images Print all images saved in memory. 1. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select All Images from the options and press the button to confirm. 2. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons to set the number of copies. 3. -
Page 58: Specifications
Specifications General Resolution / Image Type Dimensions Exterior Casing Optics Aperture Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Focal Length Focus Mode Shutter Speed Viewfinder Field of View Camera Features Auto Power Off / Time Out Yes ISO Equivalent Internal Memory Flash Modes Shooting Mode Tripod Mount Preset Scene... - Page 59 46 Specifications Resolution Image File Formats Image Image Quality Mode Quality Levels Capture Features DPOF Erase Protection Exposure Compensation Sharpness Color Metering Focus Flash Range Lens Thread Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Drive Mode Quick Delete Quick View Quick Review Self Timer Playback Magnify White Balance Still Image: JPEG (Exif2.2)
- Page 60 Video Video Out Stream to SD/MMC Speaker Movie File Format Movie Length Microphone Power Battery Battery Life (Alkaline) Capability Camera Interface Host Platform Standards Operating Temperature Language Specifications 47 PAL, NTSC Yes, Mono Unlimited as long as space is available on the SD/MMC card Yes, Mono AA NiMH/Alkaline/Rechargeable batteries x 2...
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Page 61: Troubleshooting
48 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Camera does not turn on Camera turns off automatically LCD turns off automatically Empty battery icon is displayed on the LCD after which camera turns off LCD screen displays ‘Card Requires Formatting’ LCD screen displays ‘Card is Full’... - Page 62 SANYO Electio Co., Ltd. Made in China...