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Page 2: About This Manual
Please make sure that you read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference. Thank you for choosing VuPoint Solutions. About this manual Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual are correct and up-to-date. -
Page 3: Safety
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean this camera. Clean the camera with a slightly dampened soft cloth. • If the product or any of its accessories are not working properly, please contact VuPoint Solutions at customerservice@vupointsolutions.com... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Preface ... i About this manual... i Copyright... i Safety... ii Introducing the Camera... 1 System requirements ... 1 Features... 1 Package contents... 2 About the Camera ... 3 1.4.1 Front view... 3 1.4.2 Right view... 4 1.4.3 Left view ... - Page 5 3.3.7 Language ... 18 3.3.8 TV system ... 18 3.3.9 Format... 19 3.3.10 Default... 19 Setting menu ... 19 3.4.1 Video mode ... 20 3.4.2 Photo mode... 22 Preview mode... 29 Preview mode icons... 29 Using the self-timer function ... 30 Setting the Flash mode...
- Page 6 8.2.1 Viewing videos ... 41 8.2.2 Video playback mode buttons... 42 8.2.3 Video play icons ... 44 8.2.4 Video play menu... 45 Voice... 46 8.3.1 Listening to audio clips ... 46 8.3.2 Voice playback mode buttons... 47 8.3.3 Voice Play icons ... 49 8.3.4 Voice playback menu ...
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Page 8: Introducing The Camera
Introducing the Camera Read this section to learn about the features and functions of this digital video camcorder. This chapter also covers system requirements, package contents, and the camera views. System requirements This camera requires a host PC with the following specifications: •... -
Page 9: Package Contents
Package contents All the following items should be present in the Camera package. If any of them is missing or appears damaged, please contact your dealer immediately. User’s manual AV cable Software CD USB cable Strap AC adapter Earphone Remote control Quick Start Guide Pouch Battery... -
Page 10: About The Camera
About the Camera Refer to the following diagrams to familiarize yourself with the buttons and controls of this camera. 1.4.1 Front view Fast forward button Stop button Play/Pause button Play back button Rewind button Power button Play back button... -
Page 11: Right View
1.4.2 Right view Joystick ring Zoom in button Video record button Zoom out button Speaker Joystick Picture capture button Menu button Charge indicator LED USB port AV jack Earphone jack/TV out Hand Strap buckle Focus button... -
Page 12: Left View
1.4.3 Left view Flash bulb Self-timer LED Microphone hole 1.4.4 Bottom view Lens Tripod screw Battery door... -
Page 13: Button Functions
1.4.5 Button functions Refer to the table below for detail function of each button: Icon Power on / off Playback Menu Capture Video T (Zoom in)/ W (Zoom out) Button Turns the Camera on or off. To enter playback menu (including photo, video, voice, music and game playback modes). - Page 14 Icon Button Joystick (left / right / up / down / OK) & Joystick ring Play/Pause Stop Function 1. Use to navigate the OSD (on screen display) menus. 2. Press the joystick left/right/up to set flash modes, white balance and self-timer 3.
- Page 15 Icon Button Fast forward Rewind Focus Function 1. Press to fast forward (2X, 4X, 8X, 10X) while playing a video clip or to go to the next file in music or voice playback mode. 2. The button has the same function as pressing the joystick right.
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Page 16: Rotating The Camera
1.4.6 Rotating the Camera Carefully open the LCD monitor on the left side of the camera. The directions and lock position of the LCD monitor is shown as follows: Note: To avoid damaging the LCD monitor, do not rotate the LCD monitor in the wrong direction! -
Page 17: Getting Started
Getting Started Read this section to learn how to start using this digital video camcorder. This section covers only the basic functions. Charging 2.1.1 Replacing battery This camera is designed to use a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery. 2.1.2 Charging Use the USB cable in the package to connect the digital video camcorder to your PC and the battery charging process will start. -
Page 18: Sd Card
You can also use the AC adapter to charge your camera. Plug the AC adapter into the wall outlet and connect the other end to your camera to charge. SD card An SD card can be inserted into this digital video camcorder to provide additional storage space. -
Page 19: Turning On/Off The Camera
Turning on/off the Camera There are two ways to turn on/off the camera: Open or close the LCD monitor. Press and hold the Power button. Power button... -
Page 20: Using The Digital Video Camcorder
Using the digital video camcorder Read this section to learn how to use the basic setup menu of this digital video camcorder. Using the LCD display Use the LCD display to compose and review your pictures and videos stored in memory, and navigate the OSD (On Screen Display) menu. -
Page 21: About The Led
About the LED Power off Power on/ Stand Strobe Charging Processing Battery low USB connection Self-timer Video recording Charge Charge Ok Camera Status Power LED Blue Flick (1HZ) Flick (1HZ) Self- Charge LED Timer Green Flick... -
Page 22: Setup Menu
Setup menu The setup menu includes a number of settings to configure your camera. To access the Setup menu: Turn the camera on. Press the Menu button and press the joystick down to enter Setup menu. To exit the Setup menu while configuring the camera, press the Menu button again to exit the Setup menu. -
Page 23: Date And Time
While in Mass storage mode, you can copy files from your PC to the camera, including music files that can be played in music mode. For music mode operation, please refer to “8.4 Music” for detailed information. 3.3.2.2 PC Camera Note: Before connecting the camera as a PC-Camera, please install the driver on the CD-ROM first. -
Page 24: Auto Power Off
Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Welcome picture option. Press the joystick left or right to select from Flash, Picture, and Customized photo. • Select Flash to use the factory default flash as the welcome screen. • Select Picture to use the factory default picture as the welcome screen... -
Page 25: Language
Press the joystick up or down to highlight the LCD brightness option. Press the joystick left or right to select from Darkest, Darker, Normal, Brighter or Brightest. Press in the joystick to confirm, and press the Menu button to exit the menu. 3.3.7 Language Use the option to set a language for the... -
Page 26: Format
Press in the joystick to confirm, and press the Menu button to exit the menu. 3.3.9 Format Use this option to format the data stored on the memory card or in the internal memory. Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Format option. -
Page 27: Video Mode
3.4.1 Video mode Read this section to configure the settings in DV mode. To access the Video mode: Turn the camera on and press the Menu button. Press the joystick left or right to highlight Video Mode. Press the joystick up to enter the Video mode setting menu. - Page 28 to highlight the EV adjust option. Press the joystick left or right to select from –2.0, 0.0, +2.0. Press in the joystick to confirm, and press the Menu button to exit the menu. 3.4.1.3 Digital filter Use this option to convert a video image to different color areas. To set the Digital filter: Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Digital...
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Page 29: Photo Mode
3.4.1.5 Monitor Video Use this option to have your camera not to start shooting a video until the image within the focusing area is moving. To set the Monitor Video: Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Monitor Video option. - Page 30 Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Scene option. Press the joystick left or right to select from Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Night, Sport, Night Portrait, Sunset, Beach Autumn, Natural, Backlight, Sky or Party. Press in the joystick to confirm and press the Menu button again to exit the menu.
- Page 31 to highlight the Image quality option. Press the joystick left or right to select from Basic, Better, or Best. Press in the joystick to confirm and press the Menu button again to exit the menu. 3.4.2.4 Continuous shots Three pictures will be taken continuously when this function is activated.
- Page 32 appear on the left side of the LCD screen. Use the LCD screen to frame the second image you want to shot, and press the Capture button. The second image will appear on the right of the LCD screen. Now you can combine two different images in one photo. 3.4.2.6 Date stamp Use this option to set the date stamp to be shown on the images.
- Page 33 up or down to select a frame from the 16 picture frames. Press in the joystick to confirm and exit the menu. 3.4.2.8 EV adjust Use this option to change the exposure for your photo. Usually this value would be set to 0.0, but you might want to increase the exposure to light up a subject with black lighting, or decrease the exposure if taking a video in a very bright area.
- Page 34 again to exit the menu. 3.4.2.10 Digital filter Use this option to convert images to different color areas. To set the Digital filter: Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Digital filter option. Press the joystick left or right to select from Normal, Sepia, Black &...
- Page 35 Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Histogram option. Press the joystick left or right to select between Off and On. Press in the joystick to confirm and press Menu again to exit the menu. 3.4.2.13 Icon Use this option to turn on or off all of the icons on the LCD. To set the Icon mode: Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Icon...
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Page 36: Preview Mode
Preview mode Read this section for detailed information on operating the Preview mode. Preview mode icons Number Icon Video resolution Flash mode White balance Image quality Photo resolution Capture mode icon Pictures remaining Description... -
Page 37: Using The Self-Timer Function
Number Using the self-timer function Use the self-timer function to set a delay between the moment you press the shutter and the moment the picture is captured. A delay of 3 or 10 seconds can be set. This function can be used in both capture and record mode. -
Page 38: Setting The Flash Mode
Setting the Flash mode When you start to take a picture, press the joystick left to switch between Flash modes. See the table below for a detailed description and symbol of each Flash mode. Note: This function will be activated only when you are taking a picture. Icon White balance Use this option to correct color for different lighting conditions. -
Page 39: Shooting Your First Video
Shooting your first video Before shooting your first video, ensure you have read “1 Introducing the Camera”, “2 Getting Started”, and “3 Using the Camera” carefully. To shoot a video: Turn on the camera. Use the focus area on the LCD screen to frame the picture. -
Page 40: Taking Your First Picture
Taking your first picture Before shooting your first picture, ensure you have read “1 Introducing the Camera”, “2 Getting Started”, and “3 Using the Camera” carefully. To take a picture: Turn on the camera. Use the focus area on the LCD screen to frame the picture. -
Page 41: Voice Recorder Mode
Voice recorder mode Read this section and learn how to operate the camera as a voice recorder. Turn on the camera, and press the joystick down to enter the Voice record mode. Voice recorder buttons Refer to the table below for button function. Joystick Play/Pause button... -
Page 42: Voice Recorder Icons
Voice recorder icons Number Indicates the length of a voice recording. Stop: Press in the joystick or Play/pause button to start/stop recording. Recording time that is remaining. Description... -
Page 43: Playback Mode
Playback Mode Read this section for detailed information on using the Playback mode. Turn on the camera, and press the Playback button to enter Playback mode. Photo To enter Photo playback mode: Press the joystick left or right in Playback mode and highlight the Photo option. -
Page 44: Photo Play Icons
8.1.2 Photo Play icons Number Indicates the number of the present photo. Indicates the total photo quantity. 8.1.3 Photo playback menu While viewing the images in Photo playback mode, press the Menu button to configure the photo playback settings. Note: This function will be activated only when there is at least one image file in the SD card or the internal memory. - Page 45 Press in the joystick to confirm and press the Menu button again to exit the menu. 8.1.3.2 Protect Use this option to protect images from accidentally deleting or to unprotect images that are protected. Press the Menu button. Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Protect option.
- Page 46 8.1.3.5 Rotate Use this option to rotate the current picture. Once you have confirmed the change, the new picture will be saved instead of the old one. Press the Menu button. Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Rotate option.
- Page 47 highlight the Slide option. Press the joystick left or right to select from Off, 3 seconds, 5 seconds or 10 seconds. Press in the joystick to confirm. 8.1.3.8 Voice memo Use this option to delete the voice memo of the current picture. Press the Menu button.
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Page 48: Video
• Reset current: Clear the current tag. • Reset all: Clear all tags. Press in the joystick to confirm. 8.1.3.10 Direct print You can connect the camera to a printer and print images directly from the camera. Connect to a printer using the USB cable exactly the same way, as you would connect a PC. -
Page 49: Video Playback Mode Buttons
8.2.2 Video playback mode buttons Refer to the table below for detailed functions of each button: Fast forward button Play/Pause button Rewind button Zoom in button Zoom out button Icon T (Zoom in) W (Zoom out) Joystick Button Use to adjust the volume. Stop button Function... - Page 50 Icon Joystick (up/ down/ left/ down/ in) Fast forward Rewind Play/pause Stop Button Press the joystick up: No function. Press the joystick down: Stop Press the joystick left: Rewind (2X, 4X, 8X, 10X). Press the joystick right: Fast forward (2X, 4X, 8X, 10X). Press in the joystick: Play/ pause.
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Page 51: Video Play Icons
8.2.3 Video play icons Number Play status indicator. Stop, Play, or Pause. Indicates the number of the present video. Indicates the total video quantity. Indicates the length of a video clip Progress bar. Volume indicator. Battery status indicator. Indicates the playing speed. Description... -
Page 52: Video Play Menu
8.2.4 Video play menu While viewing the video in Video playback mode, press the Menu button to configure the video playback settings. Note: This function will be activated only when there is at least one video file in the SD card or the internal memory. 8.2.4.1 Delete Use this option to delete videos. -
Page 53: Voice
8.2.4.3 Continuous play Use this option to play one video or all videos continuously. Press the Menu button. Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Customize option. Press the joystick left or right to select from Off, Current or All. Press in the joystick to confirm and press the Menu button again to exit the... -
Page 54: Voice Playback Mode Buttons
Press in the joystick to play or pause a file. Press the joystick down to stop playing and press left (Rewind) or right (Fast forward) to select the previous or next file. 8.3.2 Voice playback mode buttons Fast forward button Play/Pause button Rewind button Zoom in button... - Page 55 Icon Button T/W (Zoom in/out) Joystick (up/ down/ left/ down/ Fast forward Rewind Play/pause Stop Function Use to adjust the volume. Press the joystick up: No function. Press the joystick down: Stop Press the joystick left/right: Previous/Next Press in the joystick: Play / pause.
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Page 56: Voice Play Icons
8.3.3 Voice Play icons Number Indicates the present playing file. Indicates the recorded date / time. Indicates the length of the present file. Volume indicator. Play status indicator. Stop, Play, or Pause. Playing process bar. 8.3.4 Voice playback menu When the voice file is in whole screen mode, press the Menu button to configure the voice play settings. -
Page 57: Music
Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Delete option. Press the joystick left or right to select Current or All. Press in the joystick to confirm. 8.3.4.2 Protect Use this option to protect voice files from accidentally deleting or to unprotect voice files that are protected. -
Page 58: Import Music Files Into The Camera
8.4.1 Import Music files into the camera Please refer to “3.3.2.1 Mass storage” to learn how to import files into the camera. 8.4.2 Play list and Music mode buttons When entering the Music playback mode, a file list will be shown on the LCD screen. - Page 59 Fast forward button Stop button Play/Pause button Rewind button Joystick Zoom in button Zoom out button Icon Button Function W (Zoom out) Use to adjust the volume. T (Zoom in)
- Page 60 Icon Joystick ( up/ down / left/ down/ in) Fast forward Rewind Play/pause Stop Button Press the joystick up: Press to return to the play list. Press the joystick down: Stop Press the joystick left / right: Previous / next. Press in the joystick: Play / pause.
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Page 61: Music Mode Icons
8.4.3 Music mode icons Number Shows the album title. Battery indicator. Shows the playing file. Playing time of the present file. Play / pause. Shows present repeat mode. Shows present equalizer mode. Volume indicator. Progress bar Description... -
Page 62: Music Playback Mode Menu
8.4.4 Music playback mode menu In the file list mode, press the Menu button and configure the Music settings. Note: This function will be activated only when there is at least one Music file in the SD card or the internal memory. 8.4.4.1 Delete Use this option to delete Music files... - Page 63 To set a play mode: Press the Menu button. Press the joystick up or down to highlight the Play mode. Press the joystick left or right to select from Single repeat, Continuous, Shuffle, or Circular. Press in the joystick to confirm. 8.4.4.4 Equalizer Use this option to set an equalizer.
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Page 64: Games
Games The camera also has many built-in games for entertainment. To enter the Game mode: Turn on the camera, and press the Playback button to enter Playback mode. Press the joystick left or right to highlight the Game option. Press in the joystick (Play/Pause button) to confirm. To select a game: Press the joystick left or right to select a game from... -
Page 65: Tetris
Press the Playback button to exit the contents and the game. 8.5.2 Tetris The players move and rotate pieces of different shapes in such a way so as to complete one or more horizontal lines. Once the line is completed it will disappear. The purpose of Tetris game is not allowing the pieces to over-fill the board. -
Page 66: Lotto
8.5.4 Lotto Press the joystick left or right to select Lotto, and press in the joystick to confirm. In the Setup screen press the joystick left or right to change fields, and use the joystick up or down to adjust the numbers. Press in the joystick to begin, and press it again to create a group of lotto numbers. -
Page 67: Installing The Applications
Installing the Applications Drivers After installing the camera driver, you can use the camera as a “Mass Storage device” on the PC. 9.1.1 Camera Driver This camera offers a Mass Storage function as a card reader device. When the driver has been installed and the camera is connected, the camera memory and any installed mini SD card will appear as a Mass Storage Device in Windows Explorer. -
Page 68: 10 Connect To A Tv
10 Connect to a TV 10.1 View photos and videos on the TV You can connect the camera to a TV and use the TV screen to review your images and play back your video clips. In addition, you can also use this camera to record your favorite TV programs. Before using the feature, you need to make sure that the output mode is correct. -
Page 69: 10.2 Recording Tv Programs
10.2 Recording TV programs You can connect the camera to a TV to record your favorite TV program. First, make sure that the AV cable has been connected with the TV properly. Note: You can’t hear the voice of the program when you are recording the TV program. -
Page 70: 11 Remote Control
11 Remote control This camera provides IR remote control function. Refer to the table below for button functions: Number Use to start/stop video recording. Use to zoom in / out. Use to adjust volume in Music and Voice play modes. Use to navigate the OSD menus. - Page 71 Use to navigate the OSD menus. Use to enter voice recorder mode. Use to record a 20 second voice memo when viewing photos. Use to enter/exit Settings menu. Use to enter/exit Music mode. Use to enter/exit Game mode. Use to execute an action. Use to navigate the OSD menus.
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Page 72: Appendix
Appendix Specifications General CCD Sensor Format Resolution (Image) Resolution (Video) Physical Size Video Clips Audio DC-in Image LCD Battery 1/ 2.5” 4032x3024 (12MP interpolation) 3072x2304 (7.1MP interpolation) 2592x1944 (5MP) 2048x1536 (3.1MP) 1280x960 (1.3MP) 640x480 (VGA) 320x240 (QVGA) 640x480 (VGA) 720x480 (D1) 122 x 66 x 25 (mm) 30 fps @QVGA, 30 fps @VGA. - Page 73 General Interfaces Internal memory Removable memory card Case material AC Adapter TV out Boot-up time Shot to shot time Flash Zoom Focus distance **Manual and Specification subject to change without prior notice USB 2.0 high speed 32MB NAND Removable Secure Digital (SD) memory Plastic Video / Audio output (Stereo) Video / Audio input (Stereo)