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SiPix StyleCam DV100 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Pocket DV Camera & 1.3 Mega Pixel Digital Still Camera Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 About This Manual This manual is designed to assist you in using the StyleCam DV100 Pocket DV Camera. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3 Canada. Trademark Recognition  2003 Foxlink Peripherals, Inc. StyleCam is trademarks of Foxlink Peripherals, Inc. SiPix is registered by SiPix Group Ltd. and used under license. MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation registered in the USA and other countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation System.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Getting Started _________________________________________________________ 2 About the StyleCam DV100 Pocket DV Camera __________________________________ 2 Unpacking the StyleCam DV100 _______________________________________________ 2 Identifying Components ______________________________________________________ 3 Inserting the Batteries _______________________________________________________ 4 Inserting & Removing the Memory Card (SD/MMC) _____________________________ 4 Fastening the Hand Strap to the StyleCam DV100 ________________________________ 4 StyleCam DV100 Operations ______________________________________________ 5 Turning the Power ON/OFF __________________________________________________ 5...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    About the StyleCam DV100 Pocket DV Camera Congratulations on your purchase of the StyleCam DV100. Your StyleCam DV100 pocket digital video camera has been ergonomically designed to allow you to quickly and easily take digital video and digital still images. You can download the videos and images using the included software and USB cable.

  • Page 6: Identifying Components

    Identifying Components Please refer to the following diagram to get to know your StyleCam DV100. 1. Capture/Playback switch 2. Record/Shutter button 3. Hand strap holder 4. Lens (2X digital zoom) 5. Status LED 6. Microphone 1. Lens (2X digital zoom) 2.

  • Page 7: Inserting The Batteries

    Inserting the Batteries The StyleCam DV100 uses two AA alkaline batteries or two AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. Please follow the instructions below to insert the batteries into your StyleCam DV100 camera. Open the battery compartment cover by sliding the door in the direction of the arrow shown on the cover.

  • Page 8: Stylecam Dv100 Operations

    Turning the Power ON/OFF Make sure that you have inserted two new AA batteries into the StyleCam DV100 camera. Set the StyleCam DV100 to either Capture mode or Playback mode using the Capture/Playback switch. Open the LCD monitor by flipping it out from the camera. Press the Power button located on the top left corner of the control panel.

  • Page 9: Capturing Digital Video, Still Image & Audio Files

    Economy resolution Battery indicator – full Battery indicator – 50% full Battery indicator – almost empty (have extra sets of batteries available) Battery indicator – empty (will not record any more image or video) Capturing Digital Video, Still Image & Audio Files The StyleCam DV100 allows you to capture digital video, digital still images, and digital audio on the built-in 8MB or on SD/MMC memory cards.

  • Page 10: Advanced Features

    The LCD will display the subject that you’re aiming at. The image icon will show besides the image counter. The image counter indicates the number of pictures that you can take on the remaining the memory. To take a still image, hold the camera steady, view your subject through the LCD, and press the Shutter button.
  • Page 11 When you’re ready to take a video, press the Shutter button to begin recording. Using the Self-Timer – Video The StyleCam DV100 allows you to be in the video using the 10-second self-timer feature. Please follow the instructions below to use the self-timer. Set the camera to video preview mode.

  • Page 12: Setting The Capture Mode

    Press the Navigation left button to back out of the sub-menu, and you will be able to preview the scene through LCD screen. A self-timer icon will display on the left side of the LCD screen. Set the camera on a flat surface and press the Shutter button. The red LED will begin to blink.
  • Page 13 WHITE BALANCE From the sub-menu, highlight “W. BALANCE” and press the Navigation right button. You will see a list of the available white balance options. Use the Navigation up/down buttons to highlight your selection and press the OK button. TIMER From the sub-menu, highlight “TIMER”...

  • Page 14: Reviewing Digital Video, Still Image & Audio Files

    TIME STAMP (For still image only) From the sub-menu, highlight “TIME STAMP” and press the Navigation right button. The screen shown on the left will appear. Use the Navigation up/down buttons to highlight your selection and press the OK button. Reviewing Digital Video, Still Image &...
  • Page 15 Note: You cannot retrieve a video once you have deleted it. LOCK This feature allows you to lock the digital videos, still images, or audio files so that you will not erase the files accidentally. From the sub-menu use the Navigation up/down buttons to highlight “LOCK”...
  • Page 16 Playback Still Image – Sub-Menu Options The Playback still image sub-menu offers the following features: Magnify Erase Lock Slideshow TV Output DPOF (only when a memory card is used) MAGNIFY This feature allows you to zoom in on your picture when playback on the LCD screen. To magnify an image, use the Navigation up/down buttons to highlight “MAGNIFY”...
  • Page 17 To lock the CURRENT image displaying on the LCD screen, highlight “THIS” and press the OK button. The “lock” icon will appear on the top of the LCD screen. To lock ALL of the images, highlight “ALL” and press the OK button. To unlock the image(s), highlight “THIS”...
  • Page 18 screen (shown below) use the Navigation up/down buttons to indicate how many copies of the image you want to print and press the OK button. To reset any previous DPOF programs – Use the Navigation up/down buttons to highlight “RESET” and press the OK button. Note: DPOF will only work when you have a memory card inserted in the StyleCam DV100.

  • Page 19: Identifying Error Messages

    To erase ALL of the audio files saved on the memory, highlight “ALL” and press the OK button. The camera will prompt you to confirm this selection. Highlight “YES” or “NO” and press the OK button. Note: You cannot retrieve an audio file once you have deleted it. LOCK This feature allows you to protect your audio file(s) against accidentally being erased.
  • Page 20 If no video, still image, or audio is taken with the StyleCam DV100 and you’re trying to playback one of the files, then this error message will appear. This error message will appear under the following Playback modes: Video Still image Audio If a video, still image, or audio file is locked and you’re trying to erase this file, then this error...

  • Page 21: Software Installation

    Software Overview and Features The StyleCam DV100 includes the camera driver that provides fast and easy video and image download. Also included are ArcSoft PhotoImpression and VideoImpression software. With these programs you can edit, retouch, and enhance your video clips and still images with ease. Adobe Acrobat Reader allows you to view the Owner’s Manual in PDF format.
  • Page 22 The automatic installation will install all the software on the CD to your computer. You will be prompted to accept a license agreement with the third party software company and with SiPix at the beginning of the installation. Please check “Yes” to continue the installation of your software.
  • Page 23 1. Check the application(s) that you want to install on your computer and click “Next” to continue the installation of your software. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete installing each software that you chose. The installation will be in the order of the menu above. 3.

  • Page 24: Making Connections

    Connecting to a PC By connecting the StyleCam DV100 to a computer you can perform two operations: download files and capturing video with ArcSoft VideoImpression. Please follow the instructions below to connect your camera to the computer. Make sure the camera’s power is turned off. Plug the small end of the USB cable to the USB port of your StyleCam DV100.

  • Page 25: Download Video/Image/Audio To Your Pc

    Download Video/Image/Audio to Your PC Once you have installed the StyleCam DV100 driver and connected your camera to the computer. You can download the files to your computer easily. Please follow the instructions below to download your digital video, image, and audio files. Connect the StyleCam DV100 to the computer.

  • Page 26: Downloading Via Arcsoft Photoimpression

    2. Drag & Drop With the mouse cursor on the highlighted files, left-click on the mouse and hold down on the button. Drag the files to your desired location, and release the button. Downloading via ArcSoft PhotoImpression You can also download the files using ArcSoft PhotoImpression that is included with this product. Please follow the instructions below to transfer your digital files using third party applications.

  • Page 27: Stylecam Dv100 As Pc-Cam

    The StyleCam DV100 can be used as a PC-camera when connected to a computer using the supplied USB cable. You will need ArcSoft VideoImpression or other video application to operate the StyleCam DV100 as a PC-camera. Capturing Live Video with ArcSoft VideoImpression Set the Capture/Playback switch to Capture mode and press the Power button to power on the camera.
  • Page 28 Launch ArcSoft VideoImpression by clicking Start → Programs → ArcSoft → ArcSoft VideoImpression → VideoImpression 1.7. Click “New” and then “Capture” from VideoImpression screens. The StyleCam DV100 will start to capture live video. Click the “Record” button on the VideoImpression screen to record the video. To learn more about how to use ArcSoft VideoImpression 1.7 please visit www.arcsoft.com, or, contact ArcSoft technical support.

  • Page 29: Product Specification

    Image sensor Memory Video resolution Video frame rate Video capacity * Image resolution (compression ratio) Image capacity * Audio capacity * File format PC camera Slideshow Self-timer Date stamp DPOF Mass storage TV output Lens Focal length Focus range Lens aperture Shutter speed White balance ISO Sensitivity...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Problem Possible cause The camera has no The batteries are discharged. power. The batteries are inserted incorrectly. Is the camera connected to a computer? The camera won’t Is the camera’s power on? take a picture. Is the camera connected to a computer? The pictures are The camera or subject was...

  • Page 31: One Year Limited Warranty - Us/Canada

    These are the sole remedies and SiPix’s sole liabilities for performance or failure to perform of the product. SiPix reserves the right to change its warranty policy at any time for all products distributed after the date of such change in warranty.

  • Page 32: Warranty Service - Us/Canada

    Fremont CA, will not accept any shipments from outside the boundaries and territories of the USA and Canada. SiPix often bundles many different third party software options with its products. If any of these options were ordered with your SiPix product and they appear to be missing or incorrect, contact your reseller immediately.

  • Page 33: Technical Support - Us/Canada

    SiPix Web-site, as tutorials, updated drivers, frequently asked questions and news updates are available. www.sipixdigital.com/support Should you require further assistance, you may contact SiPix technical support representatives by calling 510.651.9199. SiPix Technical Support is available from 8 AM to 6 PM PST, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

  • Page 34: Warranty & Technical Support - Europe

    SiPix en appelant: Pour assistance Technique rappeler le numéro gratuit en Europe* :00800-800 SiPix (00800-80074749) ou par E-Mail : sipix@appello.de Le Support Technique de SiPix est disponible de 9h à 18h, du lundi au vendredi, sauf les jours fériés. TEL: 00800-800 SiPix *Finland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Austria, Belgium, The Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, Switzerland, Italy, UK, Ireland and Germany.

  • Page 35: Warranty & Technical Support - Asia

    WARRANTY & TECHNICAL SUPPORT – ASIA Technical Support Upon receipt of this SiPix product you are immediately eligible for Technical Support during the warranty period of ONE YEAR from the purchase date. Users with questions or concerns of a technical nature should first refer to the product manual, as usage and troubleshooting information is provided in detail.

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