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  • Page 1 DXG-595V HD User’s Manual DXG USA...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About this manual.............v Copyright................v Precautions ..............vi Before You Start .............viii Introducing the camcorder......1 System requirements..........1 Features..............1 Unpacking the camcorder ........2 About the camcorder ..........3 1.4.1 Front view...........3 1.4.2 Top view .............3 1.4.3 Bottom view ..........4 1.4.4 Right view...........4 1.4.5 Left view .............5...
  • Page 4 2.6.1 Setting the date and time ......17 2.6.2 Setting the language ........18 2.6.3 Setting the beep........19 Shoot/Playback video ...........20 2.7.1 Shooting a video clip .......20 2.7.2 Playing the video clip......22 Taking/viewing pictures........23 2.8.1 Taking a still picture........23 2.8.2 Viewing images........24 Connecting to a computer ........25 2.10 Connecting to a standard TV .......25 2.11 Connecting to a HDTV ........26...
  • Page 5 3.2.4 Using the LED flash module ....32 3.2.5 Using the flash module, auto and force 32 3.2.6 Quick access controls ......32 Camcorder Playback mode........33 3.3.1 Camcorder Playback mode icons ..33 Camera Playback mode........36 3.4.1 Camera Playback mode icons ....36 Thumbnail mode ..........38 Using the menus ........
  • Page 6 Camera playback menu........53 4.4.1 Delete............53 4.4.2 Protect ............55 4.4.3 Slide show..........56 4.4.4 DPOF ............57 System menu............58 4.5.1 Setting the beep........58 4.5.2 Histogram Mode........58 4.5.3 Auto power off.........59 4.5.4 TV standard..........60 4.5.5 Format ............61 4.5.6 Default............62 4.5.7 Language ..........62 4.5.8 Frequency ..........63 4.5.9 Date/time ..........63 Installing the software and drivers..

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    Preface Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder. Ensure 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. •...

  • Page 11: Introducing The Camcorder

    1 Introducing the camcorder Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the camcorder. This chapter also covers system requirements, package contents, and descriptions of the hardware components. 1.1 System requirements The camcorder requires a PC with the following specifications: •...

  • 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. Camcorder Pouch User manual Component video Battery charger AV cable USB cable cable Power cord Li-ion battery CD-ROM NP-120...

  • 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 flash light Lens Self-timer LED Flash module 1.4.2 Top view Battery cover latch Shutter button Zoom/ Volume button...

  • Page 14: Bottom View

    1.4.3 Bottom view Tripod mount 1.4.4 Right view Microphone Lens cover latch Flash switch LCD screen cover...

  • Page 15: Left View

    1.4.5 Left view Battery cover Speaker Hand strap 1.4.6 Back view REC. / Power LED Mode dial Camera Status LED Joystick HD Output USB/ AV Output 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 See the table below for a description of each button’s function. Button Name Function Power Press and hold to turn power on/off. button Menu Press to display main OSD menus. button Use to turn Camcorder, Camera, and SET modes. In Camcorder mode, press the REC.STOP button to start and stop Mode dial recording.
  • Page 18 2. When the image is zoomed in, the LCD screen appears up/down direction keys. You may press the joystick to move the image. Then you may press the center joystick button to switch the moving directions (up/down ↔ left/right). 3. In the Thumbnail mode, move up, down, left, right to select the thumbnail images and then press the center joystick button to view...
  • 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, press to enter playback mode. button Display Press once to turn off all OSD icons and press again to display all OSD icons off.
  • Page 20 SD card Slide the latch to open the SD card cover when you insert the SD card. cover latch...

  • Page 21: About The Leds

    1.4.8 About the LEDs The following table describes the camera LEDs: Color Definition Power / Green Power-on Rec. Green Blinking Recording Camera Camera busy Status Self-timer is activated Red Blinking and flash in charge. Red Blinking 2 seconds self-timer Rapidly 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. Inserting an SD Card (SD Card Sold Separately) An SD card can be installed in the camcorder to provide additional storage space for still images, video clips, or other files.
  • Page 23 Close the SD card compartment cover.

  • Page 24: Inserting The Batteries

    2.2 Inserting the batteries This camcorder is designed to use a rechargeable Li-ion battery. Only use the battery 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 25 Close the battery cover as shown.

  • Page 26: Charging The Battery

    2.3 Charging the battery You can charge the battery with the charging unit provided. Follow the below steps to charge your battery. Insert the Li-ion battery into the charging bay. Connect one end of the power cord to the charging unit and then plug the other end to the wall outlet as shown.

  • Page 27: 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 . Move the joystick up and down to highlight Date / Time .

  • Page 28: 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 languages: English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, German, Italian, Spanish, French, Turkish, Portuguese, Dutch, Japanese, Russian, Korean, and...

  • Page 29: 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 √ (Beep On) and press the center joystick button to confirm.

  • Page 30: 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. The video clip is automatically saved with a unique file name.
  • Page 31 3. The LCD preview and the ratio of a still-image capture can vary depending on the different video resolution settings. See the following table: Taking pictures Video resolution Preview and focusing 16:9 ratio 4:3 ratio WVGA 720P 1080P 4:3 ratio 4:3 ratio QVGA...

  • Page 32: Playing The Video Clip

    2.7.2 Playing the video clip mode, press the Playback button. The most Camcorder recent file 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 33: 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 a unique file name.

  • Page 34: 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 35: Connecting To A Computer

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

  • Page 36: Connecting To A Hdtv

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

  • Page 37: 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 38 Night mode indicator/Stabilizer indicator White balance indicator Memory space indicator Memory status indicator : No SD card : SD card in Remaining recording time indicator Force and auto flash indicator Resolution indicator Battery indicator Histogram indicator LED flash light indicator Macro indicator Camcorder mode indicator Zoom indicator...

  • Page 39: Using The Macro Function

    : No SD card Battery indicator Voice recorder mode indicator 3.1.2 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, Camcorder or Voice recorder modes, move the joystick left to activate the macro function, and a icon displays on the LCD screen.

  • Page 40: Using The Flash Module, Auto And Force30

    3.1.5 Using the Flash module, auto and force Use the auto and force flash module to illuminate subjects in dark environments when press the shutter button. You may switch the auto and force flash module by toggling the Flash switch . The displays on your camcorder when activated.

  • 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 Effect indicator...

  • Page 42: Using The Macro Function

    Memory status indicator : SD card indicator : No SD card Force and auto flash indicator File size indicator Battery indicator Histogram indicator LED flash light indicator Macro indicator Self timer indicator Camera mode indicator Zoom indicator 3.2.2 Using the macro function See section 3.1.2 “Using the macro function”.

  • Page 43: 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. Camcorder playback mode Voice recorder playback mode Camcorder mode:...
  • Page 44 Memory status indicator : SD card in : No SD card The length of every video clip Play/ Pause indicator Battery status indicator File protect indicator Camcorder playback mode icon Displays the file number of the video clip Voice Recorder mode: See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.
  • Page 45 Battery status indicator File protect indicator Voice playback mode Displays the file number of the audio clip...

  • Page 46: 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. Displays the number of current image / the total number of saved images Memory status indicator...
  • Page 47 File protect indicator Playback mode icon DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) indicator...

  • Page 48: Thumbnail Mode

    3.5 Thumbnail mode When in Camera Playback or Camcorder Playback modes, press the ZOOM button left to show images as thumbnails. 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. Press the Zoom button left to view six thumbnail images /video clips on the LCD 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

    4.1.2. 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: Color Effect

    4.1.3. 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 52: Night Mode

    4.1.4. 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 53: 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 and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Stabilizer option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 54: Capture Mode

    4.1.6. 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 55: Camcorder Playback Menu

    4.2 Camcorder playback menu Use the playback menu to manage the files stored on the SD card. 4.2.1 Delete Use this function to delete files. 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.
  • Page 56 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 57: 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 58: Camera Menu

    4.3 Camera menu In Camera mode, press the Menu button to show the Camera Options menu. 4.3.1 White balance 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.

  • Page 59: Resolution

    4.3.2 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 60: Color Effect

    4.3.3 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 61: Night Mode

    4.3.4 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 62: Self Timer

    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 and move the joystick up and down to highlight the Selftimer option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 63: 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 to display the Camera Playback menu. Move the joystick up and down to select the Delete One or Delete All options.
  • Page 64 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 65: 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 66: Slide Show

    4.4.3 Slide show 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 to display the Camera Playback menu.

  • Page 67: Dpof

    4.4.4 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 68: System Menu

    4.5 System menu The system menu is used to configure miscellaneous camera functions. 4.5.1 Setting the beep See section 2.6.3 “Setting the Beep”. 4.5.2 Histogram Mode Use this function to display a histogram graph on LCD screen. This function can help you to capture a better photo/video clip. Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.

  • Page 69: Auto Power Off

    4.5.3 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 70: Tv Standard

    4.5.4 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 71: Format

    4.5.5 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 72: Default

    4.5.6 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 73: Frequency

    4.5.8 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 74: Installing The Software And Drivers

    5 Installing the software and drivers Read this section to learn how to install the software for the camera. 5.1 Presto! Video Works Presto! Video Works is an advanced software application for editing video. To install Presto! Video Works: Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive. If the CD-ROM does not automatically boot, use Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr.exe file in the root directory.

  • Page 75: Presto! Mr. Photo

    5.2 Presto! Mr. Photo Presto! Mr. Photo is an advanced photo editing software application. To install Presto! Mr. Photo: Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive. If the CD-ROM does not automatically boot, use Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr.exe file in the root directory.

  • Page 76: Quick Time

    5.3 Quick Time Quick Time is an easy-to-use application for playing the video clips stored in the camera or on the SD/MMC card. To install the Quick Time: Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive. If the CD-Rom doesn’t automatically boot, use Window Explore to execute the InstalMgr.exe file in the root directory.

  • Page 77: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications General Imaging 1/2.5” CMOS 5.0 Megapixel sensor sensor 5.0 Megapixel Active pixels Storage media Internal: Built-in 32MB Flash Memory (For System Software Storage) External: SD Card (Up to SDHC 8GB Class6) Sensor Auto 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 78 General Video clips Format: H.264 (MOV) Resolution: QVGA(30fps), WVGA(60fps), 720P(60fps), 1080P(30fps) EIS Function WVGA(60fps), 720p(60fps) Still image Formats: JPEG (DPOF, EXIF) , Resolution: 3MP, 5MP, 8MP (Firmware interpolation) Zoom Camcorder: 5X Optical Zoom, 2X Digital Zoom (1080P), 4X Digital Zoom (others) Camera: 5X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom Still Image Playback: Digital Zoom Max.
  • Page 79 General White balance Auto/Sunny/Cloudy/Tungsten/ Fluorescent -2.0 EV~+2.0 EV compensation Self-timer Off, 5, 10 seconds PC interface USB 2.0 (high speed) TV out format NTSC/PAL/ Component Output Shutter 1 ~ 1/ 2000 sec. Auto power Off, 1 min., 5 min options. Power supply Li-Ion battery NP-120 battery Dimension 57 (W) x 70 (H) x 129 (D) mm...

  • Page 80: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution • Insert the Cannot turn on The batteries are the camcorder. not inserted batteries correctly. correctly. (See 2.2 Inserting the The batteries batteries.) have no power. • Please charge the battery. (See 2.3 Charging the battery.) •...
  • Page 81 • Please charge The camera The camera is turns off when running out of the battery. (see capturing battery power. 2.3 Charging the image using battery) self-timer. • Please take a The image is The subject is out of focus. beyond focus picture within range.
  • Page 82 inactive. connecting the the camera and camera with insert again. other devices.
  • Page 84 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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