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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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  • Page 1 However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference 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...
  • Page 2 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • 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 If the internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment. A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use excessive force when handling the camera. This might cause damage to the camera.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    English Table of Contents Preface ................x About this manual.............x Copyright................x Precautions ..............xi Before You Start ............xiii Introducing the Video CameraEUR ..1 System requirements..........1 Features..............1 Unpacking the video camera........2 About the camera ...........3 1.4.1 Front view...........3 1.4.2 Top view .............3 1.4.3...
  • Page 6 English Changing modes...........14 Before you start ............15 2.5.1 Setting the date and time ......15 2.5.2 Setting the language ........16 Movie and voice recorder mode ......17 2.6.1 Shooting a video clip .......17 2.6.2 Recording an voice file......18 2.6.3 Playing the video clip......19 2.6.4...
  • Page 7 Photo Playback mode icons....33 Thumbnail mode ..........35 USB mode.............36 3.7.1 Using the mass storage feature ....36 3.7.2 Using the DPS (Direct Print) feature ..36 Using the menus ........37 Movie menu ............37 4.1.1. White balance ...........37 4.1.2. Video quality ..........39 4.1.3.
  • Page 8 Copy to Card ..........62 System menu............63 4.5.1 Language ..........63 4.5.2 Format ............63 4.5.3 Default............64 4.5.4 Auto power off.........65 4.5.5 Frequency ..........65 4.5.6 TV standard..........66 4.5.7 Date/time ..........67 4.5.8 Beep ............67 4.5.9 Memory status .........68 Installing software and drivers ....69 viii...
  • Page 9 English Drivers ..............69 5.1.1 Mass Storage..........69 Presto! Video Works ..........70 Presto! Mr. Photo ..........71 Appendix............72 Specifications ..............72 Troubleshooting ..............75...

  • Page 10: Preface

    English Preface Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced video camera. 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 11: Precautions

    • Do not fire the flash while it is too close to the subject's eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired too close to the eyes. When using the flash, the camera should be at least one meter from the eyes of the subject.
  • Page 12 • If the fluid makes contact with eyes, wash eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and go to the hospital as soon as possible. • If the fluid is swallowed, first rinse mouth with water, then drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting.

  • Page 13: Before You Start

    Before taking pictures with this DV camera in any important occasion (such as a wedding ceremony or an overseas trip), do test the DV camera beforehand to ensure that it functions properly. Any additional loss caused by the malfunction of this product (such as...

  • Page 15: Introducing The Video Cameraeur

    Standard USB 1.1 port or higher • Video Card 64MB or higher Video Card. Note: A USB 1.1 port will enable you to transfer files to and from your host PC, but transfer speeds will be much faster with a USB 2.0 port.

  • Page 16: Unpacking The Video Camera

    English 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. Video camera USB / AV cable Pouch CD-ROM 3xAAA alkaline batteries User's Manual...

  • Page 17: About The Camera

    English 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 LED white light USB port 1.4.2 Top view Power LED Microphone Macro button...

  • Page 18: Bottom View

    English 1.4.3 Bottom view Tripod mount 1.4.4 Right view Power button SD card compartment LCD screen cover...

  • Page 19: Left View

    English 1.4.5 Left view Macro switch Zoom button USB port Battery compartment 1.4.6 Back view Joystick REC.STOP button Playback button Zoom button Mode button Menu button...

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Lcd Display

    English 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 21 English 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 Mode Use to toggle Movie, Photo, and SET modes.
  • Page 22 Press up and down to skip to the previous/ next playback. Press the center joystick button during playback to stop playback. In SET mode, press up and down to highlight menu items, and press the center joystick button to select.
  • Page 23 English In Movie mode, press to start/stop recording. REC.STOP In Photo mode, press to take a photo. button In Movie playback mode, press to start/pause playback. Move the switch to the position to Macro enable Macro mode. switch Playback Press to enter playback mode.

  • Page 24: About The Leds

    English decrease the playback volume during the video playback. 1.4.8 About the LEDs The following table describes the camera LEDs: Color Definition Power Green Power-on Green Blinking Indicates battery low Formatting/Delete/Protect operation Video /Snap Store/ USB Red Blinking Mass Storage operation...

  • Page 25: Getting Started

    English 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 26 English Press down the SD card compartment cover. Push the SD card compartment cover inwards.

  • Page 27: Inserting The Batteries

    English 2.2 Inserting the batteries This video camera is designed to use three 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 28: Turning On The Video Camera

    English 2.3 Turning on the video camera Press and hold the power button to turn the video camera on/off. 2.4 Changing modes The video camera can operate in three modes, Movie, Photo, and SET. Press the mode button to toggle different modes.

  • Page 29: Before You Start

    English 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 press the mode button to SET.

  • Page 30: Setting The Language

    English 2.5.2 Setting the language Turn on the video camera, and press the mode button to SET. Move the joystick up/ down to highlight Language. Press the center joystick button to confirm. Use the joystick to select the following languages: English,...

  • Page 31: Movie And Voice Recorder Mode

    The video clip is automatically saved with a unique file name. Notes: The maximum length of each video recording file is 4G. The size and quality affect the length of the recording. High resolution and high quality settings will result in larger files,...

  • Page 32: Recording An Voice File

    English 2.6.2 Recording an voice file Turn on the video camera and switch to Voice mode. Voice mode Press the REC.STOP button to start recording. Press the REC.STOP button again to stop recording. The voice file is automatically saved with a unique file...

  • Page 33: Playing The Video Clip

    2X, 4X or 8X speeds. To skip to the previous or next clip, press the joystick up or down. Press the center joystick button to stop playing.

  • Page 34: Playing Back A Voice File

    When viewing the audio, press the zoom button up or down to adjust the volume. To skip to the previous or next file, press the joystick up or down. Press the center joystick button to stop playing. Press the Playback button again to return to Voice mode.

  • Page 35: Taking/Viewing Pictures

    English 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 REC.STOP button to capture the image. The picture is automatically saved with a unique file...

  • Page 36: Viewing Images

    Playback mode Press the joystick up and down to scroll through the images. Press the zoom button down to zoom in on the picture, and press up to zoom out. Press the joystick up and down to move the zoomed image vertically or horizontally.

  • Page 37: Connecting To A Computer

    2.8 Connecting to a computer Connect the video camera to a computer with the USB / AV cable provided. 2.9 Connecting to a TV Connect the video camera to a TV as shown with the USB / AV cable provided.

  • Page 38: 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 the 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 39: Using The Macro Function

    White balance indicator LED white light indicator Movie mode indicator EV compensation indicator Zoom 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 17-18 cm.
  • Page 40 English While in Photo or Movie modes, move the macro button on the side of the video camera to activate macro function, and an icon displays on the LCD screen. Move the macro button again to return to normal mode.

  • Page 41: Using The Zoom Function

    You can also adjust the settings of exposure by pressing the joystick up and down. In Movie mode, press the joystick up or down to adjust the EV compensation setting. Press the center joystick button to choose from three lighting options.

  • Page 42: Voice Mode

    English 3.2 Voice mode Use Voice mode to record sound and store them in the internal memory or on an SD card. 3.2.1 Voice mode icons Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Voice mode icons and symbols.

  • Page 43: 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 44: Using The Macro Function

    Histogram indicator Burst mode indicator Battery indicator Macro indicator Date stamp indicator Effect indicator White balance LED white light indicator Photo mode indicator EV compensation indicator Zoom indicator 3.3.2 Using the macro function See section 3.1.2 “Using the macro function”.

  • Page 45: Using The Zoom Function

    You can also adjust the settings of the exposure by pressing the joystick up or down. In Photo mode, press the joystick up or down to adjust the EV compensation settings. Press the center joystick button to choose from the three lighting options. Press the left button to choose from...

  • Page 46: Movie Playback Mode

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

  • Page 47: Photo Playback Mode

    English Volume level 3.5 Photo Playback mode Use Photo Playback mode to review all the image files stored in the video camera. 3.5.1 Photo Playback mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Photo Playback mode icons and symbols.
  • Page 48 English Playback mode icon...

  • Page 49: Thumbnail Mode

    When in Photo Playback or Movie Playback modes, press the zoom button up to show image as thumbnails. Turn on the video camera and make sure it is in Photo Playback or Movie Playback mode. The most recent image /video clip displays on the screen.

  • Page 50: 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 69. When the video camera is connected to a computer or printer using the USB cable, the following menu displays.

  • Page 51: Using The Menus

    English 4 Using the menus Read this section to learn how to configure the camera settings and use the advanced features. 4.1 Movie menu When in Movie mode, press the MENU button to show the Movie options menu. 4.1.1. White balance Use this option to correct color difference for different lighting conditions.
  • Page 52 English Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.

  • Page 53: Video Quality

    4.1.2. 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 joystick to highlight the Quality option.

  • Page 54: 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 joystick to highlight the Effect option.

  • Page 55: Resolution

    English 4.1.4. Resolution This function enables you to choose the file format to save the video clips you recorded. You can save the video clip in QVGA, VGA, D1, or HD format. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode.

  • Page 56: Capture Mode

    English 4.1.5. Capture mode Use this function to select the Capture mode for recording movie or recording voice. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode. Press the MENU button and use the joystick to highlight the Capture Mode option.

  • Page 57: Movie Playback Menu

    Use the joystick to select Cancel, Delete One or Delete All. Press the center joystick button to confirm. If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again. Use the joystick to locate the file you want to delete and press center joystick to confirm.
  • Page 58 English If you select Delete All, use the joystick to select OK or Cancel, and press center joystick button to confirm. 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 USB cable or saved to another storage device.

  • Page 59: Protect

    4.2.2 Protect Use this function to lock files 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. Use the joystick to highlight the PROTECT option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.
  • Page 60 English Note: To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The lock icon disappears when the file is unlocked. Select Protect All then press the center joystick to protect all files. Repeat this step to unprotect all files. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.

  • Page 61: Copy To Card

    Copy to Card Use this function to copy files to the memory card. 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 62: Photo Menu

    English 4.3 Photo menu In Photo mode, press the MENU button to show the Photo Options menu. 4.3.1 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.

  • Page 63: Image Quality

    English 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 joystick to highlight the Quality option.

  • Page 64: 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 Photo mode. Press the MENU button and use the joystick to highlight the Effect option.

  • Page 65: Size

    English 4.3.4 Size Use this option to set the size of the captured image. Larger images contain more detail 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 joystick to highlight the Size option.

  • Page 66: Date Stamp

    English 4.3.5 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 joystick to highlight the Date Stamp option.

  • Page 67: Burst Mode

    REC.STOP button. Use this option to select Single or Burst mode. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode. Press the MENU button and use the joystick to highlight the Burst Mode option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 68: Face Detect

    The Face Detect allows you to detect and track faces automatically. Use this option to enable/ disable Face detect. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode. Press the MENU button and use the joystick to highlight the Face Detect option.

  • Page 69: Photo Playback Menu

    Use the joystick to select Cancel, Delete One or Delete All. Press the center joystick button to confirm. If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again. Use the joystick to locate the file you want to delete and press center joystick button to confirm.
  • Page 70 English If you select Delete All, use the joystick to select OK or Cancel, and press center joystick button to confirm. 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 USB cable or saved to another storage device.

  • Page 71: Protect

    All. Press the center joystick button to confirm. If you select Protect One, the playback screen appears again. Use the joystick to locate the file you want to protect and press center joystick button to confirm. A lock icon is displayed...
  • Page 72 English Note: To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The lock icon disappears when the file is unlocked. Select Protect All then press the center joystick button to protect all files. Repeat this step to unprotect all files. Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.

  • Page 73: 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 74: Dpof

    DPOF Use the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) function to tag pictures stored in the memory card with print information. You can tag all pictures to be printed or select individual pictures. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.
  • Page 75 2: Print All If you select Print All, three options are displayed. You can use the joystick to highlight X to cancel, print all files with the DPOF tag, or clear the DPOF tags from all files. Then press the center joystick button to confirm your selection.

  • Page 76: Copy To Card

    Copy to Card Use this function to copy files to the memory card. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode. Press the Playback button and then press the MENU button to display Photo Playback menu.

  • Page 77: System Menu

    See section 2.5.2 “Setting the language”. 4.5.2 Format Use this function to format the current storage media. This format action will delete everything on the media. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. Use the joystick to highlight the Format option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 78: Default

    English 4.5.3 Default Use this option to reset all settings to the default settings. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. Use the joystick to highlight the Default option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 79: Auto Power Off

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

  • Page 80: Tv Standard

    English 4.5.6 TV standard Use the TV option to set the TV system for the area. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. Use the joystick to highlight the TV Standard option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu.

  • Page 81: Date/Time

    Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. Use the joystick to highlight the BEEP option. Press the center joystick button to display the submenu. Use the joystick to select OK or CANCEL, and press the center joystick button to confirm.

  • Page 82: Memory Status

    English 4.5.9 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 joystick to highlight the Memory Status option.

  • Page 83: Installing Software And Drivers

    English 5 Installing software and drivers Read this section to learn how to install drivers and software for the camera. 5.1 Drivers You can use the “Mass Storage” function of the camera on the PC. 5.1.1 Mass Storage The digital camera offers Mass Storage function via the built-in card reader.

  • Page 84: Presto! Video Works

    Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr.exe file in the root directory. The following screen is displayed. Click the Install button to begin the installation 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 85: Presto! Mr. Photo

    Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr.exe file in the root directory. The following screen is displayed. 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 86: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications General Imaging 1/2.5” CMOS 5.0 Megapixel sensor sensor 5.0 Megapixel Active pixels Storage media Built-in 128 MB flash memory (109 MB for storage) SD Card, SDHC Compatible (Up to SDHC 8GB Class 6) Sensor ISO100 sensitivity Color effects Color/B&W/Sepia...
  • Page 87 English General Still image Formats: JPEG (EXIF 2.2), DCF, DPOF Resolution: 1M, 3M, 5M, 8M, 16M (Firmware Interpolation) Movie clips MJPEG (AVI) Resolution: QVGA, VGA, D1,HD 720p Frame rate: 30 fps (max.) Zoom Movie: Digital Zoom 8X, Advanced Zoom 2X...
  • Page 88 USB 2.0 (high speed) TV out format NTSC/PAL Shutter Electronic shutter 1/8~1/2000 second Auto power Off, 1 min., 5 min. Power supply 3 x AAA Alkaline/Ni-Mh batteries Dimension 109 (H) x 73.5 (W) x 29 (D) mm Weight Approx. 129.8+/-2g (without batteries)

  • Page 89: Troubleshooting

    (See 2.2 Inserting the The batteries batteries.) have no power. • Replace the batteries • Turn the power The camera The auto power off suddenly turns function was on again. off. enabled. • Replace the The camera is batteries.
  • Page 90 The image is The subject is • Please take a out of focus. beyond focus picture within range. the available focus range and choose normal or macro mode.
  • Page 91 English • Remove the All buttons are Short circuit inactive. occurred when batteries from the connecting the camera and insert camera with other again. devices.

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