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G-SHOT 3003CC
MPEG4
Digital Video Camera
(User Guide)
"Goodmans Helpline Phone Number 0870 873 0080"

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  • Page 1 G-SHOT 3003CC MPEG4 Digital Video Camera (User Guide) “Goodmans Helpline Phone Number 0870 873 0080”...
  • Page 2 Specifications ● Image Sensor: 3.2 mega pixel CMOS sensor ● Digital Camera Resolution : - 2432 x 1824 [4 Mega Pixel by interpolation] - 2048x1536 [3 Mega Pixel ] - 1600 x 1200 [2 Mega Pixel ] - 640 x 480 [VGA - 0.3 Mega pixel] Image Quality Option: Super Fine ;...
  • Page 3 ● Internal Storage: 64MB Internal Flash Memory ● Number of images stored in 64MB (typical): Mode Condition Approx. capacity VGA(640x480) ~ 5mins20sec Digital Video (DV) QVGA(320x240) ~14min Super Fine 4Mega Pixel : 2432 x 1824 Fine Normal Super Fine 3Mega Pixel : 2048 x 1536 Fine Normal Camera...
  • Page 4 System Requirements The minimum system requirements for the digital camera are as the following: System Requirement OS Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP CPU Pentium MMX ‘ Celeron or AMD Athlon® or higher RAM 64 MB CD-ROM 4X or above HDD Hard drive with 500MB free disk space Color display: 16-bit USB port...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PACKAGE CONTENTS ........................6 2. INSTALLING SOFTWARE DRIVER ....................7 3. IDENTIFYING THE PARTS ......................9 4. CONTROL BUTTON FUNCTIONS....................10 5. PREPARATION..........................12 Loading the Battery into the Camera....................... 12 Inserting and Removing an SD Card (Optional)..................12 Protecting Data on an SD Card........................
  • Page 6: Package Contents

    Earphone • Hand Strap • Pouch • Installation CD (User’s Manual, camera drivers) • User’s Manual • Quick Start Guide G-Shot 3003cc Power Adaptor Charger NP60 Battery USB Cable AV Cable Ear Phone Pouch Hand Strap CD ROM User Manual...
  • Page 7: Installing Software Driver

    2. INSTALLING SOFTWARE DRIVER Before connecting this camera to a computer for the first time, you should install a driver on the computer. The driver is on the CD-ROM disc provided in the package. To install the driver: Insert installer CD into the CD-ROM drive Close the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 8 Click “I accept the agreement” to install Mpeg4 Movie driver for Movie playback. And, click on Next to continue the installation. The Install Shield Wizard will then appear. Please click on Install to continue the installation. Click on Finish to complete the installation.
  • Page 9: Identifying The Parts

    3. IDENTIFYING THE PARTS Front View Power Button Lens Mode Dial Flash Microphone Self-timer LED Battery Compartment TFT LCD Panel Rear View Record Button (T) Zoom Out Menu Button (W) Zoom in Direction Buttons OK Button SD / MMC Card cover AV &...
  • Page 10: Control Button Functions

    4. CONTROL BUTTON FUNCTIONS Functional Buttons STEPS ITEM MODE DIAL: Rotate the MODE switch to change 4 different operation modes: MODE STATUS Movie Recording Mode Photo Taking Mode [ MODE ] Playback Mode: [Movie/Photo/Voice] Voice Recording Mode ▪ Power button: Press down for one second to turn on or turn off the camera [ON / OFF] ▪...
  • Page 11 [MOVIE MODE] [PHOTO MODE] [PLAYBACK [VOICE BUTTON MODE] RECORDING] ▲ ▪ ▪ Toggle Movie Photo Resolution display resolution (4M/3M/2M/VGA) between AV (VGA/QVGA ) [ Direction / OK] out / LCD (see page34) ▪ TV preview? ▪ LCD preview? ▼ ▪ ▪...
  • Page 12: Preparation

    5. PREPARATION Loading the Battery into the Camera Please load the NP60 battery pack into the charger according to following steps: 1. Slide the battery compartment cover open in the direction as indicated 2. Face the battery up with letter side upward. Follow the battery injection direction according to the correct polarity marks (+ or-) and plug the battery into camera 3.
  • Page 13: Protecting Data On An Sd Card

    1. Open the SD card cover 2. Insert the memory card until it locks into position To remove an installed SD card, press the card inwards to release it. When the card pops out, gently remove it from its slot. Note: Do not remove the SD/MMC card while the camera is processing data (when the LED is flashing).
  • Page 14: Attaching The Strap

    Attaching the Strap 1. Thread the strap through the camera strap eyelet as shown 2. Thread the other end of strap through the loop Using the bag 1. The accessory bag comes handy if you are planning to carry the camera with you while you are traveling around.
  • Page 15: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery Ø Battery Cradle Before you use the video camera for the first time, please fully charge the NP60 battery with battery cradle for at least three hours. Charge by USB Charge by Power (USB port) (DC In port) Adaptor Loading the Battery into Battery cradle Load NP60 battery into the battery cradle by following step:...
  • Page 16: (B) Charging It By Power Adaptor

    (B) Charging it by power Adaptor Connect the Power Adapter (5V, 400mA) to the DC in jack and a house hold power outlet. It takes about three hours to achieve a full charge. Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions.
  • Page 17: Getting Started

    6. GETTING STARTED Turning the Camera On (1) Flip out the LCD panel; the camera will turn on automatically. (2) Or press power button for one second to turn on it. Turning the Camera Off To turn off the Camera, you can either press and hold the power button for one second, or you can place the panel back to its original position.
  • Page 18: Monitor Screen Contents

    7. MONITOR SCREEN CONTENTS DIGITAL VIDEO MODE The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the status of under video mode. (1) MODE Status Indicator Movie Recording Mode ● ● Photo Taking Mode ● Playback Mode à[Movie/Photo/Voice] ●...
  • Page 19: Digital Camera Mode

    DIGITAL CAMERA MODE The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the status of under camera mode. (1) MODE Status Indicator ● Movie Recording Mode ● Photo Taking Mode ● Playback Mode à[Movie/Photo/Voice] ● Voice Recording Mode (2) White Balance Indicator Auto / Sunny /...
  • Page 20: Setting The Default(Setup Mode)

    8. SETTING THE DEFAULT(Setup Mode) MENU Different menus are available for Movie, Photo, Playback, and Voice recording mode. To access the menu: 1. Press the MENU button to open the main menu under different mode. The selected mode menu is displayed on the LCD screen. MENU in Movie Mode MENU in Playback Mode 3 / 4...
  • Page 21 In the below table, default setting is indication with an asterisk [Þ] 1min 3min Never Sleep Þ Functions: [ Auto Off ] - This item determines the auto-off time when the camera stay idle 1min 3min Þ Functions: [Beep] - This item allows you to toggle the beep sound on or off Exposure Compensation Range : -2.0 (darker) to +2.0EV(brighter) ÞDefault setting : Functions:...
  • Page 23: Taking Movie (Dv Mode)

    9. TAKING MOVIE (DV MODE) This mode allows you to take motion video with sound in the Movie Mode. Video is stored in memory with high quality MPEG4 compression with at low file sizes. The length of recorded movie clip is unlimited (maximum length depends on memory size of SD/MMC card) TO TAKE MOIVE: Turn the Mode Dial to [...
  • Page 24: Changing Zoom Level (Dv Mode)

    Changing Zoom Level (DV Mode) While recording, you can press the [ ] or [ ] button to zoom in/out the screen.. The digital zoom can be set from 1x to 8x and the magnification ratio is shown on the LCD monitor. Changing “EV”...
  • Page 25 Exposure Compensation Range : -2.0EV(underexposure) to +2.0EV(overexposure) ÞDefault setting : Hints: [EV Adjust ] - Compensates for extreme differences between foreground and background lighting To adjust basic setting, eg. Sleep mode / Beep / LCD brightness [SETUP MODE ] …etc Display Setup / Format / Date-Time setting...
  • Page 27: Taking Photo (Camera Mode)

    10. TAKING PHOTO (CAMERA MODE) G-Shot3003CC equips with 3.2-Mega Pixel sensor can take high quality images with up to 2432x1824 pixels TO TAKE PHOTO: Turn the Mode Dial to [ ] Camera mode. ▲ Press [ ] button repeatedly to select photo resolution setting [4MP] / [3MP] / [2MP] / [VGA], ▼...
  • Page 28: Photo Quality (Camera Mode)

    Photo Quality (Camera Mode) : SUPER FINE ● ● : FINE ● : NORMAL ▼ (You can press [ ] key to toggle around above quality setting for quick access!. TIPS – Photo Resolution Vs Photo Quality: In general, photos taken at higher resolution and quality contain more details and look sharper, but they also take up more memory space as well as longer processing time for taking next photos.
  • Page 29: Other Camera Settings

    Other Camera Settings In the below table, default setting is indication with an asterisk [Þ] No Flash Red-Eye Auto Fill-in Þ Hints: ◀ - You can press [ ] key to toggle around above quality setting. [Flash Option] - Super Fine - FINE - Normal Þ...
  • Page 30 - Date-Stamp Disabled - Date-Stamp Enabled Þ [Date Stamp] Note: - Use this function to mark the date stamp on the captured photos. Once this function is being enabled, the date-time setting will be activated to ask for your confirmation on current date & time.
  • Page 32: Playback ( Playback Mode)

    11. PLAYBACK ( PLAYBACK MODE) Playing Movie PlayBack Mode Turn the Mode Dial to (Playback) Mode, then the last file, e.g. Movie / Photo / Audio, taken will be displayed ▼ Press [ ] key once to display 6-images [thumbnail display]. Use the 4-way keys select the movie you want to view.
  • Page 33: Playing Photos

    Playing Photos Turn the Mode Dial to (Playback) Mode, then the last file, e.g. Movie / Photo / Audio, taken will be displayed ▼ Press [ ] key once to display 6-images [thumbnail display]. Use the 4-way keys select the photo you want to view. The selected recording is border by a red frame Press the [OK] button once to view [single display] on the selected photo file.
  • Page 34: Viewing Pictures And Movies On A Tv

    Viewing Pictures and Movies on a TV Connect your camera and TV via an AV cable for real- time display. You can export your video clips, still pictures and audio recordings directly to your TV to share them with friends and family. Turn on your TV and select the appropriate Video Input channel to which the camera is connected.
  • Page 35: Other Settings (Play Back Mode)

    To return back from TV mode to LCD display mode, repeat step5 & step6. Following screen will appear on TV to guide you return to LCD display mode. Notes: The LCD monitor will be turn off when TV mode is being activated The default setting of TV system is in PAL mode for most European countries.
  • Page 36: Deleting Files (Play Back Mode)

    12. DELETING FILES (PLAY BACK MODE) TO DELETE FILES: Turn the Mode Dial to (Playback) Mode, then the last file, e.g. Movie / Photo / Audio, taken will be displayed ▼ Press [ ] key once to display 6-images [thumbnail display]. Use the 4-way keys select the file you want to delete.
  • Page 37: Viewing Mpeg4 Movie On Pc

    13. VIEWING MPEG4 MOVIE ON PC MPEG4 Movie G-Shot3003CC allows you to take motion video with sound in the Movie Mode. Video is stored in memory with high quality MPEG4 compression with at low file sizes. The length of recorded movie clip is unlimited (maximum length depends on memory size of SD/MMC card) When playing MPEG4 movie for the first time, MPEG4 Video Codec Xvid should be installed in PC.
  • Page 38: Transferring Files

    14. TRANSFERRING FILES Connecting to PC Turn on your camera, and switch the Mode Dial to [ Playback Mode. PlayBack Connect the computer and camera with the supplied USB cable. Mode Connect the other end of the USB cable to your camera.
  • Page 39: Copying Files To Pc

    Copying files to PC By copying files from the camera to your computer, you can permanently save your creative works in the hard disk. To do this: (This step varies according to your operation system) For Windows XP users: After the camera is connected to your computer, a dialogue window will appear automatically.
  • Page 40 Drag the pictures to your desired target folder. Note Ø Please do not copy any files into the “DCIM” folder or “100COACH” folder of your camera. Otherwise it may cause the camera unstable or crash.
  • Page 41: Removing The Camera

    15. REMOVING THE CAMERA Use the procedure below when disconnecting the USB cable from a Windows PC u Windows Me Users...
  • Page 42 u Windows 2000 or Window XP Users u Windows 98 or Windows 98SE Users...

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