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  • Page 1 DXG-587V HD User’s Manual DXG USA...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting the LCD display 1.4.8 About the LEDs Getting started Inserting an SD card Inserting the battery Charging the battery Turning on/ off the camcorder Changing modes Table of Contents ... 1 ... 1 ... 2 ... 3 ... 3 ...
  • Page 4 Viewing images Connecting to a computer 2.10 Connecting to a standard TV 2.11 Connecting to an HDTV Using the camcorder Camcorder and voice recorder mode 3.1.1 Camcorder and voice recorder mode 3.1.2 Using the macro function 3.1.3 Using the AF Lock 3.1.4...
  • Page 5 3.2.7 Using the flash module 3.2.8 Using the Stabilizer function 3.2.9 Quick access controls Camcorder Playback mode 3.3.1 Camcorder Playback mode icons Camera Playback mode 3.4.1 Camera Playback mode icons Thumbnail mode Using the menus Camcorder menu 4.1.1. White balance 4.1.2.
  • Page 6 4.2.2 Protect 4.2.3 Autoplay Camera menu 4.3.1 White balance 4.3.2 Resolution 4.3.3 Color effect 4.3.4 Night mode 4.3.5 Self timer Camera playback menu 4.4.1 Delete 4.4.2 Protect 4.4.3 Autoplay 4.4.4 DPOF System menu 4.5.1 Setting the beep 4.5.2 Auto power off 4.5.3 TV standard 4.5.4...

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    Preface Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder. Make sure that you read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference. About this manual Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual are correct and up to date.

  • Page 8: Precautions

    Precautions General precautions • Do not use or store the product in dusty, dirty, or sandy areas, as its components may be damaged. • Do not store the product in a hot environment. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries and warp or melt certain plastics.

  • Page 9: Power Supply

    Notes on the LCD Screen Caution must be observed when dealing with the fluid contained in the LCD. Ensure that fluid does not leak if the screen becomes cracked or damaged. If this occurs, follow these steps: • If the fluid makes contact with skin, wipe it with a clean cloth then rinse with a large amount of water.

  • Page 10: Before You Start

    • Remove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camera is not going to be used for a long time. • If the battery is crushed or damaged, remove it immediately to avoid the battery fluid leakage and abnormal expansion. Before You Start Take some test shots before performing a formal recording.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Interface: Standard USB 1.1 Port or Higher • Hard Disk: At least 2GB of Available Disk Space 1.2 Features The camcorder offers a variety of features and functions including: • HD Digital camcorder • Digital camera – (max. 12 Megapixels ) •...

  • Page 12: Unpacking The Camcorder

    1.3 Unpacking the camcorder The following items should be present in the package. If any item is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately. C am co rd e r Pou ch U s er m a nu a l...

  • Page 13: About The Camcorder

    1.4 About the camcorder Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the buttons and controls of this camcorder. 1.4.1 Front view LED light Self-timer LED 1.4.2 Top view Battery cover latch Lens Flash module Shutter button Zoom/ Volume button...

  • Page 14: Bottom View

    1.4.3 Bottom view Tripod mount 1.4.4 Right view Len s cover latch Flash swi tch SD card cover latch LED light button Display button MENU button Microp hone LCD screen cover Playback button Power button...

  • Page 15: Left View

    1.4.5 Left view Battery cover Hand strap 1.4.6 Back view Power LED Camera Status LED Joystick HD Output USB/ AV Output Speaker Mode dial REC.STOP button...

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Lcd Display

    1.4.7 Adjusting the LCD display Flip and twist the LCD screen as shown while capturing a still image or recording a video clip.
  • Page 17 Joystick Function Press and hold to turn power on/off. Press to display main OSD menus. Use to turn Camcorder, Camera, and SET modes. In Camcorder mode, press the REC.STOP button to start and stop recording. In Camcorder Playback mode, press the REC.STOP to pause/restart playing.
  • Page 18 In Camcorder Playback mode: 1. Press right and left to view the stored video clips and press the center joystick button to play/ stop the video clips.
  • Page 19 In Camera mode, press to take a photo. Shutter In Camcorder mode, you can also button press to take a photo before recording a video clip. Playback In Camcorder and Camera mode, button press to enter playback mode.

  • Page 20: About The Leds

    2. In a 3x2 matrix thumbnail view, move zoom button to right to exit the view. In Camcorder and Camera modes, press the button to turn on/ off the increase light. Slide the latch to open the SD card cover when you insert the SD card.

  • Page 21: Getting Started

    2 Getting started Read this section to learn how to start using the camcorder. This section covers basic functions such as switching on, inserting the battery and memory cards, and configuring preliminary settings. See later chapters for advanced functions. 2.1 Inserting an SD card An SD card can be installed in the camcorder to provide additional storage space for still images, video clips, or other files.
  • Page 22 Close the SD card compartment cover.

  • Page 23: Inserting The Battery

    2.2 Inserting the battery This camcorder is designed to use a rechargeable Li-ion battery. Only use the batteries supplied or similar batteries recommended by the manufacturer or your dealer. Note: Install the battery exactly as described here. Installing the battery incorrectly could cause damage to the camcorder and possibly start a fire.
  • Page 24 Close the battery cover as shown.

  • Page 25: Charging The Battery

    It takes about 290 minutes to achieve full charge. Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions. 2.4 Turning on/ off the camcorder Press and hold the power button to turn the camcorder on/off. Notes: Closing and opening the LCD screen can power on/off the camera.

  • Page 26: Changing Modes

    The camcorder can operate in three modes, and SET. Move the mode dial to toggle different modes. 2.6 Before you start Before you start using the camcorder, some basic settings such as date and time, languages and beep function need to be configured. 2.6.1 Setting the date and time Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.

  • Page 27: Setting The Language

    2.6.2 Setting the language Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET. Move the joystick up and down to highlight Language. Press the center joystick button to select it. Move the joystick left and right to select the following...

  • Page 28: Setting The Beep

    2.6.3 Setting the beep Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET. Move the joystick up and down to highlight Beep. Press the center joystick button to select it. Move the joystick left and right to select X (Beep Off) or √...

  • Page 29: Shoot/Playback Video

    2.7 Shoot/Playback video 2.7.1 Shooting a video clip Turn on the camcorder and move the mode dial to mode. Camcorder Camcorder mode Use the LCD screen to frame the video. Press the REC.STOP button to start recording. Press the REC.STOP button again to stop recording.
  • Page 30 See the following table: Video resolution WVGA 720P 1080P QVGA 4. Before shooting a video clip, you can still take a photo in Camcorder mode. Taking pictures Preview and focusing 16:9 ratio 4:3 ratio 4:3 ratio 4:3 ratio...

  • Page 31: Playing The Video Clip

    2.7.2 Playing the video clip Camcorder played clip displays on the LCD screen. Camcorder playback mode indicator Move the joystick right and left to select a desired video clip and press the center joystick button. The video clip starts playing.

  • Page 32: Taking/Viewing Pictures

    2.8 Taking/viewing pictures 2.8.1 Taking a still picture Turn on the camcorder and move the Mode Dial to Camera mode. Camera mode Use the LCD screen to frame the picture. Press the Shutter button to capture the image. The picture is automatically saved with an unique file...

  • Page 33: Viewing Images

    2.8.2 Viewing images In Camera mode, press the Playback button. The most recent image displays on the LCD screen. Camera Playback mode Press the joystick right and left to scroll through the images. Move the Zoom button right to zoom in the picture. There are two direction keys appears on the LCD screen.

  • Page 34: Connecting To A Computer

    Read this section to learn how to transfer files to a PC, show the video clips or photos on a TV. Connect the camcorder to a computer with the USB cable provided. 2.10 Connecting to a standard TV Connect the camcorder to a standard TV as shown with the AV cable provided.

  • Page 35: Connecting To An Hdtv

    Read this section to learn how to show the video clips or photos on an HDTV. Connecting to an HDTV offers the high resolution for displaying the video clips or photos. Connect the camcorder to an HDTV with an HDMI cable as shown. Note: Photo capturing, camcorder, and voice recording are not...

  • Page 36: Using The Camcorder

    3 Using the camcorder Read this section to learn how to use the camcorder. 3.1 Camcorder and voice recorder mode Use this mode to capture video clips or record voice and store them on an SD card. 3.1.1 Camcorder and voice recorder mode Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camcorder and voice recorder mode icons and symbols.
  • Page 37 Auto flash indicator Resolution and frame rate indicator Battery indicator Stabilizer indicator LED light indicator Macro indicator Auto Focus (AF) lock indicator Manual Focus (MF) indicator Camcorder mode indicator Zoom indicator Memory status indicator : SD card in : No SD card...

  • Page 38: Using The Macro Function

    Using the macro function This function can capture subjects close to the lens. In macro mode, subjects can be as close as 5 cm. While in Camera and Camcorder modes, move the joystick right to activate the macro function, and an screen.
  • Page 39 The Manual Focus (MF) function is used to manually set the focus. Press the joystick right repeatedly until the MF icon is displayed on the screen. Aim the camera on your desired subject. Move the zoom buttons left or right to manually adjust focus.

  • Page 40: Using The Zoom Function

    3.1.5 Using the zoom function The camcorder is equipped with 5x optical zoom and 4X digital zoom. Move the Zoom button right to get closer to a subject. Move the Zoom button left to move away from a subject. 3.1.6 Using the LED light Use the LED light to illuminate subjects in dark environments.

  • Page 41: Camera Mode

    3.2 Camera mode Use Camera mode to capture still pictures and store them in the on an SD card. 3.2.1 Camera mode icons Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camera mode icons and symbols. See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol. Remaining number of photos EV compensation indicator Night mode indicator...

  • Page 42: Using The Macro Function

    3.2.2 Using the macro function See section 3.1.2 “Using the macro function”. 3.2.3 Using the AF Lock See section 3.1.3 “Using the AF Lock”. 3.2.4 Using the Manual Focus See section 3.1.4 “Using the Manual Focus”. 3.2.5 Using the zoom function See section 3.1.5 “Using the zoom function”.

  • Page 43: Using The Stabilizer Function

    3.2.8 Using the Stabilizer function See section 3.1.8 “Using the Stabilizer function”. 3.2.9 Quick access controls See section 3.1.9 “Quick access controls”.

  • Page 44: Camcorder Playback Mode

    3.3 Camcorder Playback mode Use Camcorder Playback mode to review all the movie files stored on the SD card. 3.3.1 Camcorder Playback mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camcorder Playback mode icons and symbols.
  • Page 45 The length of every video clip Play indicator Battery status indicator File protect indicator Camcorder playback mode icon Displays the file number of the video clip Displays the number of current audio/ total number of recorded audio clips Volume level...
  • Page 46 File protect indicator Voice playback mode Displays the file number of the audio clip...

  • Page 47: Camera Playback Mode

    3.4 Camera Playback mode Use Camera Playback mode to review all the image files stored in the camcorder. 3.4.1 Camera Playback mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camera Playback mode icons and symbols. See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.

  • Page 48: Thumbnail Mode

    When in Camera Playback or Camcorder Playback modes, move Joystick button up to show images as thumbnails. Turn on the camcorder and make sure it is in Camera Playback or Camcorder Playback mode. The last played image /video clip displays on the screen.

  • Page 49: Using The Menus

    4 Using the menus Read this section to learn how to configure the camcorder settings and use the advanced features. 4.1 Camcorder menu When in Camcorder mode, press the Menu button to show the camcorder options menu. 4.1.1. White balance Use this option to correct color difference for different lighting conditions.

  • Page 50: Video Resolution

    Use the resolution option to determine the resolution of the captured video. The larger screen size requires more memory storage space. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Resolution option.

  • Page 51: Quality

    There are two different levels of video quality. Higher quality video needs more memory storage space and higher speed SD card. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Quality option.

  • Page 52: Color Effect

    4.1.4. Color effect The camcorder can capture standard color images, black and white images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Effect option.

  • Page 53: Night Mode

    4.1.5. Night mode Use this function to shoot a better video clip quality in dark environments. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Night Mode option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 54: Stabilizer

    4.1.6. Stabilizer Use this function to reduce vibration caused by camcorder shakes during a video shoot. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Stabilizer option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 55: Capture Mode

    4.1.7. Capture mode Use this function to record sound or image. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Capture Mode option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 56: Camcorder Playback Menu

    4.2.1 Delete Use this function to delete files. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camcorder Playback menu. Move the joystick up and down to select Delete One or Delete All options.
  • Page 57 If you select Delete All, press the center joystick button to display the submenu. Move the joystick left and right to select X or √ and press the center joystick button to delete. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu. Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered so make sure you have a backup before you delete.

  • Page 58: Protect

    4.2.2 Protect Use this function to lock files to prevent accidental deletion. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display Camcorder Playback menu. Move the joystick up and down to select the Protect option.

  • Page 59: Autoplay

    Use this function to repeatedly play all movie clips stored in the internal memory or on the SD card. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Movie mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Movie Playback menu.

  • Page 60: Camera Menu

    Use this option to correct color difference due to lighting conditions. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the White Balance option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 61: Resolution

    Use this option to set the size of the captured image. Larger images contain more detail and therefore use more memory space. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Resolution option.

  • Page 62: Color Effect

    The camcorder can capture standard color images, black and white images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Effect option.

  • Page 63: Night Mode

    Use this function to shoot a better photo quality in dark environments. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Night Mode option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 64: Self Timer

    Self-timer Use the self timer function to take a photo of yourself. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Self-timer option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 65: Camera Playback Menu

    4.4.1 Delete Use this function to delete files. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu. Move the joystick up and down to select the Delete One or Delete All options.
  • Page 66 If you select Delete All, press the center joystick button to display the submenu. Move the joystick left and right to select X or √ and then press the center joystick button to delete. Press the Menu button again to exit the menu. Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered so make sure you have a backup before you delete.

  • Page 67: Protect

    4.4.2 Protect Use this function to protect files. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu. Move the joystick up and down to select the Protect option.

  • Page 68: Autoplay

    The camcorder includes a slide show function, which repeatedly displays each image in turn with a regular interval. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu.

  • Page 69: Dpof

    Use the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) function to tag pictures stored in the memory card with print information. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button to display the Camera Playback menu.

  • Page 70: System Menu

    See section 2.6.3 “Setting the Beep”. 4.5.2 Auto power off Use this function to switch the camcorder off automatically after a period of inactivity for power saving. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode. Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Auto Power Off option.

  • Page 71: Tv Standard

    TV standard Use the TV option to set the TV system for the area. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode. Move the joystick up and down to highlight the TV standard option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 72: Format

    Use this function to format the current storage media. This format action will delete everything on the media. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode. Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Format option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 73: Default

    Default Use this option to reset all settings to the default settings. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode. Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Default option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 74: Frequency

    Use the Frequency option to set the frequency system for your area. To set the frequency: Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode. Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Frequency option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 75: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications General Imaging 1/2.5” CMOS 5.0 Megapixel sensor sensor 5.0 Megapixel Active pixels Storage media Internal: Built-in 128MB (available about 98MB) Nand flash memory External: SD Card (Up to SDHC 16GB Class6) Auto Sensor sensitivity Color effects Color/B&W/Sepia 5X Optical zoom lens Lens Wide: F/3.2, f=6.26mm Tele: F/6.8, f=30.75mm...
  • Page 76 DIS Function WVGA(30fps), 720p(30fps), QVGA(30fps) Still image Formats: JPEG (EXIF2.2), DPOF, DCF Resolution: 3M, 5M, 12M Zoom Camcorder: 5X Optical Zoom, 4X Digital Zoom Camera: 5X Optical zoom, 4X Digital Zoom Playback: Digital Zoom Max. 8X Audio Video TFT Monitor 3.0”...
  • Page 77 General -2.0 EV~+2.0 EV (0.5EV per step) compensation Self-timer 5 seconds, 10 seconds, Off PC interface USB 2.0 (high speed) TV out format NTSC/PAL/ HDMI Shutter 1/2 ~ 1/ 2000 sec. Auto power Off, 1 min., 5 min. Power supply Li-Ion battery NP-120 Dimension 57 (W) x 70 (H) x 129 (D) mm Weight...

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cannot turn on The batteries are the camcorder. not inserted correctly. The batteries have no power. The camera The auto power off suddenly turns function was off. enabled. The camera is running out of battery power. The captured...
  • Page 79 The camera The camera is turns off when running out of capturing battery power. image using self-timer. The image is The subject is out of focus. beyond focus range. Memory card The memory cannot be card is protected. used. The memory card contains non-DCF images taken by other...
  • Page 80 inactive. connecting the camera with other devices. the camera and insert again.

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