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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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This device must accept any interference received, including
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  • Page 1 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses...
  • Page 2 English to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna...
  • Page 3 Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase. If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock.
  • Page 4 Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact. This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water.
  • Page 5 This is normal and not a malfunction. If you will not be using the batteries for an extended period of time, remove them from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion. Always keep the terminals in a clean state.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Back View ...........7 1.4.7 Adjusting the LCD display.......7 Getting started ........12 Inserting an SD card ..........12 Inserting the batteries........14 Turning on for the first time ......15 Changing modes ..........15 Before you start ..........16 2.5.1 Setting the date and time ......16 2.5.2 Setting the language ........17...
  • Page 7 English 2.6.1 Shooting a video clip .......18 2.6.2 Playing back a video clip ......19 Taking/ viewing pictures........20 2.7.1 Taking a still picture........20 2.7.2 Viewing images........21 Voice recording ...........22 2.8.1 Taking a voice recording ......22 2.8.2 Playing back a voice file......23 Connecting to a computer .........24...
  • Page 8 Voice mode icons ........37 Voice Playback mode.........38 3.6.1 Voice Playback mode icons ....38 USB mode ............39 3.7.1 Using the PC cam feature .......39 3.7.2 Using the mass storage feature ....39 3.7.3 Using DPS feature........39 Using the menus........41 Movie menu............41 4.1.1...
  • Page 9 Unlock all..........62 System menu ............63 4.6.1 Date/ time ..........63 4.6.2 Beep ............63 4.6.3 Format ............64 4.6.4 Default............65 4.6.5 Memory status .........66 4.6.6 Language ..........66 4.6.7 TV system ..........67 4.6.8 Auto power off.........68 4.6.9 Frequency ..........69 Installing software and drivers ... 70...
  • Page 10 English Drivers ..............70 5.1.1 Mass Storage..........70 5.1.2 PC camera ..........70 Presto! Video Works..........72 Presto! Mr. Photo..........73 User’s Manual.............74 Appendix ............75 Specifications ..............75 Troubleshooting ............77 •...

  • Page 11: Introducing The Camera

    4x speed CD-ROM drive or higher • At least 200MB of available disk space Note: A USB 1.1 port will enable you to transfer files to and from your host PC, but transfer speed will be much faster with a USB 2.0 port.

  • Page 12: Unpacking The Video Camera

    1.3 Unpacking the video camera The following items should be present in the package. If any item is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately. 4 x AAA alkaline Video camera USB AV cable batteries CD-ROM Wrist strap Pouch...
  • Page 13 English...

  • Page 14: About The Camera

    1.4 About the camera Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the buttons and controls of this video camera. 1.4.1 Front view Lens Self-timer LED Flash USB/ TV out connector 1.4.2 Top view Speaker...

  • Page 15: Bottom View

    English 1.4.3 Bottom view SD/ MMC card compartment cover Tripod Mount 1.4.4 Right view...

  • Page 16: Left View

    Microphone LCD screen cover 1.4.5 Left View Macro switch Mode dial Battery compartment cover...

  • Page 17: Back View

    Shutter button Directional pad Power LED Menu button Scroll wheel Playback button Display/ Help Power switch button 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 19 English See the table below for a description of each button’s function. Button Name Function Power Slide the power switch down to turn switch power on/off. Menu Press to display main OSD menus. button Use to toggle Movie, Photo, Voice, Mode dial and SET modes.
  • Page 20 Playback Press to enter playback mode. button Press once to display all OSD icons. Display/ Press again to turn all OSD icons off. Help Press a third time to display help button diagrams, explaining all button functions. In Movie/ Photo mode, move up to zoom in, and down to zoom out.
  • Page 21 In Photo Playback mode, move up/down to select the image you want to view. Press inwards and then move up and down to zoom in and out of a photo. In SET mode, move up and down to highlight menu items...

  • Page 22: Getting Started

    2 Getting started Read this section to learn how to start using the video camera. 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.
  • Page 23 English Close the SD card compartment cover.

  • Page 24: Inserting The Batteries

    2.2 Inserting the batteries This video camera is designed to use four AAA batteries. Only use the battery supplied or similar battery recommended by the manufacturer or your dealer. Note: Install the batteries exactly as described here. Ensure that the polarity of the batteries is correct.

  • Page 25: Turning On For The First Time

    2.3 Turning on for the first time Slide the power switch to turn the video camera on/off. 2.4 Changing modes The video camera can operate in four modes, Movie, Photo, Voice, and SET. Move the mode dial to toggle different modes. Movie mode...

  • Page 26: Before You Start

    2.5 Before you start Before you start using the video camera, some basic settings such as date and time and languages need to be configured. 2.5.1 Setting the date and time Turn on the video camera, and move the mode dial to SET.

  • Page 27: Setting The Language

    English 2.5.2 Setting the language Turn on the video camera, and rotate the mode dial to SET. Move the scroll wheel up/ down to highlight Language. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm. Use the scroll wheel to select the desired language. After the language is selected, press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.

  • Page 28: Shooting/ Playing Videos

    The video clip is automatically saved with a unique file name. Notes: The maximum file size of each video recording file is 2G. The size and quality affect the length of the recording. High resolution and high quality settings will result in larger files,...

  • Page 29: Playing Back A Video Clip

    English 2.6.2 Playing back a video clip In Movie mode, press the Playback button and the most recent file displays on the LCD screen. Playback mode Movie mode indicator Press the directional pad left and right to scroll through the video clips. Press the Shutter button to playback the video clip.

  • Page 30: Taking/ Viewing Pictures

    2.7 Taking/ viewing pictures 2.7.1 Taking a still picture Turn on the camera and switch to Photo mode. Photo 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...

  • Page 31: Viewing Images

    Playback mode Press the directional pad left and right to scroll through the images. Press the scroll wheel inwards to scale the image. Use the scroll wheel to move the zoomed image up and down, left and right. Press the directional pad up to display the Delete option.

  • Page 32: Voice Recording

    2.8 Voice recording 2.8.1 Taking a voice recording Turn on the video camera and switch to Voice mode. Press the Shutter button to start recording. Press the Shutter button again to stop. The voice file will automatically be saved with a unique...

  • Page 33: Playing Back A Voice File

    In Voice mode, press the Playback button and the most recent file is displayed on the LCD screen. Press the directional pad left and right to select the voice file you want to play. Press the Shutter button to playback the voice file.

  • Page 34: 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 video camera to a computer with the USB AV cable provided.

  • Page 35: Connecting To A Tv

    English 2.10 Connecting to a TV Connect the video camera to a TV as shown with the USB AV cable provided.

  • Page 36: Using The Camera

    3 Using the camera Read this section to learn how to use the camera. 3.1 Movie mode Use Movie mode to capture video clips and store them in internal memory or on an SD card. 3.1.1 Movie mode icons Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Movie mode icons and symbols.
  • Page 37 English EV compensation indicator Battery indicator Macro indicator Zoom indicator Video mode indicator Image size indicator Image quality indicator...

  • Page 38: Quick Access Menu

    You can also make adjustments to the current settings by pressing the directional pad or the scroll wheel inwards. In Movie mode, use the directional pad to display the quick access menu, where you can adjust file size, image quality, color effects, and white balance settings.

  • Page 39: Movie Playback Mode

    English 3.2 Movie Playback mode Use Movie Playback mode to review all the movie files stored in the video camera. 3.2.1 Movie Playback mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Movie Playback mode icons and symbols.

  • Page 41: Photo Mode

    English 3.3 Photo mode Use Photo mode to capture still pictures and store them in the internal memory or on an SD card. 3.3.1 Photo mode icons Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Photo mode icons and symbols.

  • Page 42: Using The Macro Function

    This function can capture subjects close to the lens. In macro mode, subjects can be as close as 15-16 cm. While in Photo mode, move the macro switch on the side of the video camera to activate macro function, and an icon displays on the LCD screen.

  • Page 43: Using The Zoom Function

    You can also make adjustments of the current settings by pressing the directional pad or scroll wheel. In Photo mode, use the directional pad to display the quick access menu, where you can adjust image size, self-timer, image quality, and flash settings. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the EV compensation setting.
  • Page 44 Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the EV compensation. Move the scroll wheel up or down to adjust the EV value and press inwards to confirm.

  • Page 45: Photo Playback Mode

    English 3.4 Photo Playback mode Use Photo Playback mode to review all the image files stored in the video camera. 3.4.1 Photo Playback mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Photo Playback mode icons and symbols.

  • Page 46: Thumbnail Mode

    Thumbnail mode When in Photo Playback mode, press the Shutter button to show image as thumbnails. Turn on the video camera and make sure it is in Playback mode. The most recent image displays on the screen. Press the Shutter button to view four thumbnail images on the LCD screen.

  • Page 47: Voice Mode

    English 3.5 Voice mode Use Voice mode to record a voice file and store it in internal memory or on an SD card. 3.5.1 Voice mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Voice mode icons and symbols.

  • Page 48: Voice Playback Mode

    3.6 Voice Playback mode Use Voice Playback mode to play all the voice recordings stored in the video camera. 3.6.1 Voice Playback mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Voice Playback mode icons and symbols.

  • Page 49: Usb Mode

    English 3.7 USB mode You can use USB mode to connect to a printer or a host PC. Before connecting to a printer or PC, refer to “Installing software and drivers” on page 70. When the video camera is connected to a computer or printer using the USB AV cable, the following menu displays.
  • Page 50 Connect to a printer using the USB AV cable exactly in the same way, as you would connect a PC.

  • Page 51: Using The Menus

    Options menu. 4.1.1 Video size Use this option to set the size of the captured video clips. Larger video sizes contain more details and therefore use more memory space. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode.

  • Page 53: Video Quality

    Video quality There are two different levels of video quality setting. Higher quality video needs more memory storage space. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to highlight the Quality option.

  • Page 54: White Balance

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

  • Page 55: Exposure Adjustment (Ev)

    Exposure adjustment (EV) Use this setting to change the exposure for pictures. Usually, this value is set to zero. Increase the value to light up a subject with strong back lighting, or decrease the value if taking a picture of something very bright.

  • Page 56: Color Effect

    The camera can capture standard color images, black and white images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to highlight the Color Effects option.

  • Page 57: Movie Playback Menu

    Press the MENU button again to exit the menu. Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered. Make sure the files are transferred to PC via the USB AV cable or saved to other storage devices. Files that have been protected will not be deleted. You...

  • Page 58: Unlock All

    Use this function to unlock files that are protected to prevent accidental deletion. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode. Press the Playback button and then press the MENU button to display Movie Playback menu.

  • Page 59: Picture Menu

    Options menu. 4.3.1 Size Use this option to set the size of the captured image. Larger images contain more details and therefore use more memory space. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to highlight the Size option.

  • Page 60: Image Quality

    4.3.2 Image quality Use this option to set the quality of the captured image. Higher quality images contain more details and therefore use more memory space. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to highlight the Quality option.

  • Page 61: White Balance

    Use this option to correct color difference due to lighting conditions. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to highlight the White Balance option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.

  • Page 62: Exposure Adjustment (Ev)

    Exposure adjustment (EV) Use this setting to change the exposure for pictures. Usually, this value is set to zero. Increase the value to light up a subject with strong back lighting, or decrease the value if taking a picture of something very bright.

  • Page 63: Color Effects

    Color Effects option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu. Use the scroll wheel to select Off, B & W, or Sepia. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.

  • Page 64: Self-Timer

    Selftimer option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu. Use the scroll wheel to select Off, 10 sec, or 20 sec. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.

  • Page 65: Date Stamp

    English 4.3.7 Date stamp Use this option to turn on/off the date stamp when a photo is taken. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode. Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to highlight the Date Stamp option.

  • Page 66: Photo Playback Menu

    Press the MENU button again to exit the menu. Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered. Make sure the files are transferred to PC via the USB AV cable or saved to other storage devices. Files that have been protected will not be deleted.

  • Page 67: Unlock All

    Use the scroll wheel to select OK or Cancel. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu. Note: To lock a file, move the joystick down in Playback mode. A lock icon is displayed to show the file is protected.

  • Page 68: Slide Show

    The camera includes a slide show function, which displays each image in turn with a regular interval between pictures. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode. Press the Playback button and then press the MENU button to display the Photo Playback menu.

  • Page 69: Dpof

    1: select a single print The most recent picture is displayed on the screen. Press the directional pad up and down to set the number of prints, and press the directional pad left and right to select other photos. You can set...
  • Page 70 ALL: select to print all photos RESET: select to reset setting CANCEL: select to cancel all Note: A memory card is required for DPOF function.

  • Page 71: Voice Playback Menu

    Press the MENU button again to exit the menu. Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered. Make sure the files are transferred to PC via the USB AV cable or saved to other storage devices.

  • Page 72: Unlock All

    4.5.2 Unlock all Use this function to unlock all protected files. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Voice mode. Press the Playback button and then press the MENU button to display the Voice Playback menu. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Unlock All option.

  • Page 73: System Menu

    Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Beep option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu. Use the scroll wheel to select ON or OFF and press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.

  • Page 74: Format

    Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Format option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu. Use the scroll wheel to select OK or Cancel, and press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.

  • Page 75: Default

    Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Default option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu. Use the scroll wheel to select OK or Cancel, and press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.

  • Page 76: Memory Status

    4.6.5 Memory status This function displays the memory status and the number of video clips, photos, and voice files saved in the video camera. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Memory Status option.

  • Page 77: Tv System

    English 4.6.7 TV system Use the TV option to set the TV system for the area. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the TV System option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.

  • Page 78: Auto Power Off

    Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Auto Power Off option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu. Use the scroll wheel to select Off, 2 min, or 5 min. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.

  • Page 79: Frequency

    Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Frequency option. Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu. Use the scroll to select 60 Hz or 50 Hz. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.

  • Page 80: Installing Software And Drivers

    5.1.2 PC camera You will need to install a driver for the camera to use as a PC or Web Cam in all Windows operating systems (Windows XP/2000/ Vista 32bit).
  • Page 81 English Install button Click the Install button to install the driver. Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Finish to restart the computer and finish the camera driver installation.

  • Page 82: Presto! Video Works

    The following screen is displayed. Install button Click the Install button to begin the installation process and follow the instructions on-screen. More information about Presto! Video Works can be found in the help files when the application is started.

  • Page 83: Presto! Mr. Photo

    The following screen is displayed. Install button Click Install to begin the installation process and follow the instructions on-screen. More information about Presto! Mr. Photo can be found in the help files when the application is started.

  • Page 84: User's Manual

    5.4 User’s Manual You can download the user’s manual in a wide range of languages and following the instructions below. To view the user’s manual: Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. If the CD-ROM doesn’t automatically boot, use Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr.exe file in the root...

  • Page 85: Appendix

    English Appendix Specifications General Imaging sensor 1/2.5” CMOS 5.17 Megapixel sensor 5.1 Megapixel Active pixels Storage media Built-in 32 MB flash memory SD Card (MMC compatible), can support up to 4GB Sensor sensitivity Auto Lens Fixed focus lens Wide: F/3.1, f=7.5mm Focus range Normal: 1.5m~infinity...
  • Page 86 Mass storage: USB 2.0 (full speed) TV out format NTSC/PAL Shutter Electronic shutter 1/4~1/2000 second Auto power off Off, 2 min., 5 min. Camera: 4 x AAA alkaline batteries Power supply Dimensions 98.3(L) x 68.2 (W) x 37 (H) mm...

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    (See Section 2.2 The batteries “Inserting the have no power. batteries”.) • Replace the batteries. • Turn the power The camera The auto power suddenly turns off function was on again. off. enabled. • Replace the The camera is batteries.
  • Page 88 The camera The camera is turns off when running out of batteries. capturing battery power. image using self-timer. • Please take a The image is The subject is out of focus. beyond focus picture within range. the available focus range and choose normal or macro mode.
  • Page 89 English taken by other 4.6.3 “Format”.) cameras. Before formatting the card, ensure you have backed up the files. • Remove the All buttons are Short circuit inactive. occurred when batteries from connecting the the camera and camera with insert again.

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