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  • Page 1 DXG-A85V HD User’s Manual DXG USA...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Getting started ... 12 Inserting an SD card ... 12 Inserting the battery ... 13 Charging the battery ... 14 Turning on/ off the camcorder ... 14 Changing modes ... 14 Before you start ... 15 2.6.1 Setting the date and time ... 15...
  • Page 4 Viewing images ... 22 Connecting to a computer ... 23 2.10 Connecting to a standard TV ... 23 2.11 Connecting to a HDTV ... 24 Using the camcorder ... 25 Camcorder mode ... 25 3.1.1 Camcorder mode ... 25 3.1.2 Using AF Lock ...
  • Page 5 Using the Stabilizer function ... 31 3.2.8 Quick access controls ... 31 Camcorder Playback mode... 31 3.3.1 Camcorder Playback mode icons ... 31 3.3.2 Camera Playback mode icons ... 33 Thumbnail mode ... 34 Using the menus ... 35 Camcorder menu ... 35 4.1.1.
  • Page 6 4.3.4 Color effect ... 47 4.3.5 Selftimer ... 48 4.3.6 Aspect Ratio... 49 4.3.7 Face Detection ... 49 Camera playback menu ... 51 4.4.1 Delete ... 51 4.4.2 Protect ... 53 4.4.3 Autoplay ... 54 System menu ... 55 4.5.1 Setting the beep ...

  • 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

    Do not fire the flash while it is too close to the subject's eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired too close to the eyes. When using the flash, the camcorder should be at least one meter from the eyes of the subject.

  • Page 9: Power Supply

    This camcorder is designed for use in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). • Do not use or keep the camcorder in the following areas: - In areas subject to direct sunlight - In areas subject to high humidity or dust...

  • Page 10: Before You Start

    • Remove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camcorder is not going to be used for a long time. • If the battery is crushed or damaged, remove it immediately to avoid the battery fluid leakage and abnormal expansion.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    A USB 1.1 port may enable you to transfer files to and from your host PC, but transfer speeds may be much faster with a USB 2.0 port. 1.2 Features The camcorder offers a variety of features and functions including: • Full HD 1080p (30fps.) •...

  • Page 12: Unpacking The Camcorder

    • Support Auto Focus (AF) Lock function • Support Manual Focus (MF) function 1.3 Unpacking the camcorder The following items should be present in the package. If any item is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately. Camcorder USB cable...

  • 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 and Top view Zoom / Volume button Speaker Lens Flash LED light 1.4.2 Bottom view Shutter button Microphone...

  • Page 14: Left View

    1.4.3 Left view Hand strap 1.4.4 Back view Power/Camera LCD display status LED Playback button DC-in/AV/USB Output HD Output Mode dial REC/STOP button Battery cover latch Battery cover Joystick...

  • Page 15: Control Panel

    1.4.5 Control Panel Display button SD card cover latch Menu button LED light Flash button Power button...

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Lcd Display

    1.4.6 Adjusting the LCD display Flip and twist the LCD screen as shown while capturing a still image or recording a video clip.
  • Page 17 Mode dial Joystick Function Press to turn power on/off. Press to display main OSD menus. Use to turn Camcorder, Camera, and SET modes. In Camcorder and Camera mode: 1. Move up/ down to adjust the exposure settings. 2. Move right to enable the MF function.
  • 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 Shutter In Camcorder mode, you can button also press to take a photo before and during recording a video clip. REC/Stop In Camcorder mode, press to start button recording a video clip. Playback In Camcorder and Camera mode, press button to enter playback mode.
  • Page 20 Flash button Battery cover latch In Camera modes, press the button to switch between the flash modes. Slide the latch to open the battery card cover when you insert/remove the battery.

  • Page 21: About The Leds

    1.4.7 About the LEDs The following table describes the camcorder LEDs: Color Power / Green Rec./ Green/ Red Camcorder Blinking Status Self-timer Red Blinking Red Blinking Rapidly Definition Power-on Recording Camcorder busy Self-timer is activated. 2 seconds self-timer remaining.

  • Page 22: 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 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: Charging The Battery

    2.4 Turning on/ off the camcorder Press and hold the power button to turn the camcorder on/off. 2.5 Changing modes The camcorder can operate in three modes, , Camera, and SET. Move the mode dial Camcorder to toggle different modes.

  • Page 25: Before You Start

    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 26: Setting The Language

    2.6.2 Setting the language Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight Language. Press the center joystick button to enter the Language menu. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select...

  • Page 27: Setting The Beep

    2.6.3 Setting the beep Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight Beep. Press the center joystick button to enter the Beep menu. Move the joystick left and right to select Beep Off or Beep On options.

  • Page 28: 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 29 See the following table: Video resolution Preview WQVGA WVGA 720P 1080P 4. Before shooting a video clip, you can still take a photo in Camcorder mode. Taking pictures and focusing 16:9 ratio 4:3 ratio...

  • Page 30: Playing The Video Clip

    2.7.2 Playing the video clip Camcorder recent file displays on the LCD screen. Camcorder playback mode indicator Move the joystick right and left to or tap select a desired video clip and press the center joystick button or Move the joystick left or tap clip and move the joystick right or tap forward 2x, 4x, and 8x.

  • Page 31: 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.

  • Page 32: 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 or tap scroll through the images. Move the Zoom button right to zoom in the picture. There are four direction keys appears on the LCD screen.

  • Page 33: 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 34: Connecting To A Hdtv

    Read this section to learn how to show the video clips or photos on a HDTV. Connecting to a HDTV offers the high resolution for displaying the video clips or photos. Connect the camcorder to a HD TV as shown with the HDMI cable provided. HD out...

  • Page 35: Using The Camcorder

    3 Using the camcorder Read this section to learn how to use the camcorder. 3.1 Camcorder mode Use this mode to capture video clips or record voice and store them on an SD card. 3.1.1 Camcorder mode Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camcorder mode icons and symbols.

  • Page 36: Using Af Lock

    Color effect indicator Quality indicator Auto Focus (AF) lock or Manual Focus (MF) indicator LED light indicator Menu indicator. Tap to enter the video menu. Battery indicator EV compensation indicator White balance indicator Video resolution indicator Camcorder mode indicator Zoom indicator...

  • Page 37: Using Manual Focus

    2. Aim the camera on your desired subject. 3. Press the REC button to record video or the shutter button to capture image. 3.1.3 Using Manual Focus The Manual Focus (MF) function is used to manually set the focus. Press right repeatedly until MF is displayed on screen. Aim the camera on your desired subject.

  • Page 38: Using The Zoom Function

    3.1.4 Using the zoom function The camcorder is equipped with 5x optical zoom and 10X digital zoom. Move the Zoom button right to get closer to a subject. Move the Zoom button left to move away from a subject. 3.1.5 Using the LED light Use the LED light to illuminate subjects in dark environments.

  • Page 39: 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. Camera mode See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol. Remaining number of photos Memory status indicator : SD card in...

  • Page 40: Using Af Lock

    3.2.2 Using AF Lock See section 3.1.2 “Using AF Lock”. 3.2.3 Using Manual Focus See section 3.1.3 “Using Manual Focus”. 3.2.4 Using the zoom function See section 3.1.4 “Using the zoom function”. 3.2.5 Using the LED light module Face tracking indicator Color effect indicator Quality indicator Auto Focus (AF) lock or Manual Focus (MF)

  • Page 41: Using The Flash Module, Auto And Force31

    3.2.8 Quick access controls See section 3.1.8 “Quick access controls”. 3.3 Camcorder Playback mode Use Camcorder Playback mode to review all the movie files stored on the SD card. 3.3.1 Camcorder Playback mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camcorder Playback mode icons and symbols.
  • Page 42 Slow motion icon. Tap to play the video in slow motion Stop icon. Tap to stop the video. Pause icon. Tap to pause the video. Rewind icon. Tap to rewind the video. File protect indicator Camcorder playback mode icon Displays the file number of the video clip...

  • Page 43: Camera Playback Mode Icons

    Camera Playback mode Use Camera Playback mode to review all the image files stored in the camcorder. 3.3.2 Camera Playback mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camera Playback mode icons and symbols. See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.

  • Page 44: Thumbnail Mode

    When in Camera Playback or Camcorder Playback modes, move the joystick up or tap Turn on the camcorder and make sure it is in Camera Playback or Camcorder Playback mode. The most recent image /video clip displays on the screen.

  • Page 45: 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 or tap show the camcorder options menu. 4.1.1. Video resolution Use the resolution option to determine the resolution of the captured video.

  • Page 46: Video Quality

    2560*1440. 4.1.2. Video quality There are two different levels of video quality setting. Higher quality video needs more memory storage space. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Menu button or tap Camcorder menu.

  • Page 47: White Balance

    4.1.3. White balance Use this option to correct color difference for different lighting conditions. When white balance is set to Auto, the camcorder automatically compensates for different lighting conditions. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode.

  • Page 48: 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 or tap Camcorder menu Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight the Effect menu.

  • Page 49: Stabilizer

    4.1.5. 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 or tap Camcorder menu Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight the Stabilizer menu.

  • Page 50: Dual Video Mode

    4.1.6. Dual Video mode Use this function to record two deferent resolution video clips at same time. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Menu button or tap Camcorder menu Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight the Dual Video menu.

  • Page 51: Camcorder Playback Menu

    Use the playback menu to manage the files stored on the SD card. 4.2.1 Delete Use this function to delete files. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button or tap Playback menu.
  • Page 52 If you select Delete All, a prompt appears on screen for confirmation. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select the desired option. Press the center joystick button to confirm. All files stored in memory will be deleted. Press the Menu button or tap Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered so make sure...

  • Page 53: 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 or tap Playback menu. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select Protect menu.

  • Page 54: Autoplay

    4.2.3 Autoplay This camcorder includes an Autoplay function, which plays each video clip in turn. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button or tap Playback menu.

  • Page 55: Camera Menu

    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 or tap menu Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight the Resolution menu.

  • Page 56: Photo Quality

    4.3.2 Photo Quality There are two different levels of video quality setting. Higher quality video needs more memory storage space. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Menu button or tap menu. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight the Quality option.

  • Page 57: Color Effect

    4.3.4 Color effect The camcorder can capture standard color images, black and white images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Menu button or tap menu.

  • Page 58: Selftimer

    Press the Enter button to exit the menu. 4.3.5 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 or tap menu. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight the Self-timer menu.

  • Page 59: Aspect Ratio

    4.3.6 Aspect Ratio Use the aspect ratio function to adjust the aspect ratio of the display. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Menu button or tap menu. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to highlight the Aspect Ratio menu.
  • Page 60 Move the joystick left and right or tap to select on or off. Press the center joystick button to confirm. Press the Enter button to exit the menu.

  • Page 61: Camera Playback Menu

    4.4 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 or tap menu. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select Delete One or Delete All options.
  • Page 62 If you select Delete All, a prompt appears on screen for confirmation. Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select the desired option. Press the center joystick button to confirm. All files stored in memory will be deleted. Press the Menu button or tap Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered so make sure...

  • Page 63: Protect

    4.4.2 Protect Use this function to lock files to prevent accidental deletion. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button or tap Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select Protect menu.

  • Page 64: Autoplay

    The camcorder includes a slide show function, which displays each image in turn with a regular interval between pictures. Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode. Press the Playback button and then press the Menu button or tap Move the joystick left and right or tap the screen to select Autoplay menu.

  • Page 65: System Menu

    Setting the beep 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 left and right or tap highlight the Auto Power Off option.

  • Page 66: Tv Standard

    4.5.3 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 left and right or tap to highlight the TV standard option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 67: 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 left and right or tap to highlight the Format option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 68: Default

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

  • Page 69: 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 left and right to highlight the Frequency option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 70: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications General 1/2.3” CMOS 10.0 Megapixel sensor Imaging sensor 10.0 Megapixel Active pixels Storage media Internal: Built-in 128MB Flash Memory External: SD Card (Up to SDHC 16GB Class6) Sensor Auto sensitivity Color effects Natural/B&W/Sepia 12X Optical zoom lens Lens Wide: F1.85, f=6.3mm Tele: F3.1, f=75.6mm (36-428mm equivalent to 35mm)
  • Page 71 General Still image Formats: JPEG (EXIF2.2), DCF Resolution: 2M, 5M, 10M, 12M, 20M (Firmware interpolation) Continuous Shots: 10M, Max. 7 photos/sec; 2M, Max. 30 photos/sec. Movie clips Format: H.264 (MOV) Resolution: WQVGA (240fps), WVGA (30fps), WVGA (60fps), 720p (30fps), 720p (60fps), 1080p (30fps) Zoom Movie: 12X Optical Zoom, 10X Digital...
  • Page 72 General -2.0 EV~+2.0 EV compensation Self-timer Off, 5, 10 seconds PC interface MSDC: USB 2.0 (high speed) TV out format NTSC/PAL/ HDMI Shutter Still: 1/2-1/2000 Video: 1/30-1/4000 Off, 5 min., 10 min Auto power Power supply Li-Ion battery NP-120 battery/DC-in via Dimension 67 (W) x 71.6 (H) x 128.7 (D) mm Weight...

  • Page 73: Troubleshooting

    The batteries have no power. The camcorder The auto power off suddenly turns function was off. enabled. The camcorder is running out of battery power. The captured Before the image image is not is saved the stored in power has been memory.
  • Page 74 Problem The camcorder The camcorder 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. Possible Cause Solution • Please charge the battery. (see 2.3 Chargin g the battery) •...
  • Page 75 The SD card speed is too low. All buttons are Short circuit inactive. occurred when connecting the camcorder with other devices. SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. Solution • Unlock the memory card. • Format the memory card.
  • Page 78 Website: Please visit our website at www.dxgusa.com any product updates or special announcements. You can also check out our online support desk where you can register your product, send emails to our technical support, and find a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs). DXG USA...

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