Sanyo VPC-S1213 Instruction Manual

Sanyo VPC-S1213 Instruction Manual

Sanyo vpc-s1213 digital camera

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  • Page 2: Fcc Statement

    FCC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 3: Read This First

    Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any problems resulting from the use of this camera. Sanyo Electric declines all responsibility for damages due to improper use of the camera, failure to adhere to the instructions given in this manual, or repairs or changes done by those other than a technician authorized by the manufacturer.
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  • Page 8 Warning: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE FOR AMERICAN USERS The following advisory is included in accordance with the laws of the State of California (USA): WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the States of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 9 The symbol mark and recycling systems described below apply to EU countries and do not apply to countries in other areas of the world. Your SANYO product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and/or reused.
  • Page 10: Symbols Used In This Manual

    FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Declaration of Conformity Model number: VPC-S1213 Trade Name: SANYO Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY Address: 21605 Plummer Street Chatsworth, California 91311 Telephone No.: (818) 998-7322 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
  • Page 11: Notes On Battery Usage

    Notes on Battery Usage When you use the batteries, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Use only the specified batteries. Avoid extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce Camera performance. Therefore Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are highly recommended.
  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 12 INTRODUCTION 31 MENU OPTIONS 12 Overview 31 Capture Menu 12 Package Contents 33 Video Menu 34 Playback Menu 13 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR 35 Setup Menu CAMERA 13 Front View 37 TRANSFERRING FILES TO 13 Rear View YOUR COMPUTER 14 LCD Monitor Display 37 Downloading Your Files 16 GETTING STARTED...
  • Page 13: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Overview Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera. Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera. Equipped with a 12.0-megapixel CCD, this camera is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to 3968X2976 pixels. Package Contents Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items: Common Product Components:...
  • Page 14: Getting To Know Your Camera

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View 1. Shutter button Power button ON/OFF 3. Flash 4. Self-timer LED 5. Microphone 6. USB terminal 7. Lens Rear View a. LCD monitor b. Status LED c. Strap holder d. Battery / Memory card cover e.
  • Page 15: Lcd Monitor Display

    LCD Monitor Display Capture mode 1. Zoom status 00214 00214 00214 2. Available number of shots 3. Storage media Internal memory (no card) SD/SDHC memory card 4. Battery condition Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power 13:15 13:15 13:15 No battery power 5.
  • Page 16 Video mode 1. Zoom status 2. Storage media 3. Battery condition 4. Focus setting 5. Flash mode 6. Self-timer icon 7. Video resolution 8. Elapsed time / Available recording time 9. Date and time 10. Video quality 11. Audio off icon 00:00:00 / 02:28:49 00:00:00 / 02:28:49 00:00:00 / 02:28:49...
  • Page 17: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Preparation 1. Attach the camera strap. 2. Open the battery/memory card cover. 3. Insert the supplied batteries with correct orientation as shown. 4. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional). The camera has 32MB internal memory (23MB available for image storage), but you can load an SD/ SDHC memory card to expand the camera’s memory capacity.
  • Page 18: Initial Settings

    Initial Settings The language & date/time needs to be set if and when: The camera is turned on for the first time. The camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the battery for an extended period of time. 1.
  • Page 19: Choosing The Language

    Choosing the Language Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ ] or [ ]; or press the 7 button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3.
  • Page 20: Capture Mode

    CAPTURE MODE Capturing Images Your camera is equipped with a 2.7" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. 1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the power on. 2. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ 3.
  • Page 21: Setting The Scene Mode

    Setting the Scene Mode By simply selecting one of the available 24 scene modes, you can capture the image with the most appropriate settings. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ ], and press the SET button. 2.
  • Page 22: Taking Images With Intelligent Scene Mode

    Scene mode Description Sports Select this mode when you want to capture fast-moving subjects. Night Portrait Select this mode when you want to capture people with an evening or night scene background. Night Scene Select this mode when you want to capture dark scenes such as night views.
  • Page 23: Taking Images When The Smile Feature Is On

    Taking Images When the Smile Feature Is On With the camera’s new “smile detection” function, this camera detects smiles so you do not miss those special moments in life. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode 00214 00214 00214 to [...
  • Page 24: Photo Frame Function

    Photo Frame Function Use this function to add suitable frame to your image and make it personalized. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ ], and press the SET button. 2. Select [Photo Frame] with the buttons, and press the SET button.
  • Page 25: Recording Shots Using Face Detection Technology

    Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology Face Detection Technology can identify and focus on the human faces in the image. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ 2. Press the button, and select [ ] icon with the buttons.
  • Page 26: Self-Portrait Function

    Self-portrait Function Use this function to take pictures of yourself or include yourself in pictures. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ 2. Press the e button, and select [ ] icon with the buttons. Press the SET button.
  • Page 27: Video Mode

    VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 / 640 x 480 / 720p pixels. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ 2. Compose the image. 3.
  • Page 28: Playback Mode

    PLAYBACK MODE Playing Back Still Images You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor. 1. Press the 7 button. The last image appears on the screen. 2. The images can be displayed in forward or reverse sequence with the buttons.
  • Page 29: Removing Red-Eye

    Removing Red-eye You can use this function to remove the red-eye effect after an image is taken. 1. Press the 7 button. The last image appears on the screen. 2. Select the image that you want to edit with the buttons.
  • Page 30: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. 1. Press the 7 button. The last image appears on the screen. 2. Select the image that you want to protect with the buttons. 3. Press the MENU button. 4.
  • Page 31: Erasing Images

    Erasing Images Erasing a single image / Erasing all images The quick delete function enables you to delete the last captured image during capture. 1. Press the 7 button. The last image appears on the screen. 2. Select the image you want to erase with the buttons.
  • Page 32: Menu Options

    MENU OPTIONS Capture Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. AUTO MENU MENU 1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the power on. 2. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to any scene mode. 3.
  • Page 33 Color This sets the color of the image that will be captured. * Standard / Vivid / Sepia / B&W / Blue / Red / Green / Yellow / Purple Saturation This sets the saturation of the image that will be captured. * High / Standard / Low Metering This sets the metering method for calculating the exposure.
  • Page 34: Video Menu

    Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. MENU MENU 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ 2. Press the MENU button to enter the [Video] menu. 3.
  • Page 35: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu In the [7] mode, choose which settings are to be used for playback. MENU 1. Press the 7 button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Select the desired option item with the buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu.
  • Page 36: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu Set your camera’s operating environment. MENU 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ ] or [ ]; or press the 7 button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Select the [Setup] at the end of the Menu with the buttons, and press the SET button.
  • Page 37 Light Freq. This camera supports different lighting frequencies: 50 Hz and 60 Hz. When photographing under fluorescent lighting, select the correct frequency setting depending in your local area's voltage. * 50 Hz / 60 Hz LCD Bright. Select a brightness level for the LCD monitor. * Standard / Bright Format Refer to section in this manual titled “Formatting the Memory Card or Internal Memory”...
  • Page 38: Transferring Files To Your Computer

    TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER System Requirement Windows Macintosh Pentium III 1GHz or equivalent PowerPC G3/G4/G5 Windows XP/Vista/7 OS 10.3.9 or later 512MB RAM 256MB RAM (512 MB recommended) 150MB available hard disk space 128MB available hard disk space CD-ROM drive CD-ROM drive Available USB port Available USB port...
  • Page 39: Editing Software Installation

    EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION There are 2 types of software that are included on the CD-ROM: ArcSoft MediaImpression™ - Easily, creatively, and productively manage your multimedia files. Create your own movies or photo slide shows, and share your photo, video and music files easily through simple email attachments or popular photo printing and video sharing websites.
  • Page 40: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Image sensor 1/2.33” CCD sensor (12.0 megapixels) Still image 12M(3968X2976),8M(3264x2448),4M(2304x1728),2M(1600x120 Image resolution 0), VGA(640x480) Video clip HD(720p)/30fps, VGA(640x480)/30fps, QVGA(320x240)/30fps LCD monitor 2.7” full color TFT LCD (230K pixels) 32MB internal memory (23MB available for image storage) Recording media Supports SD/SDHC memory card (1GB ~ 32GB) (optional) File format DCF, JPEG (EXIF 2.2), Motion-JPEG (AVI), HD720p/30fps...
  • Page 41: Appendix

    APPENDIX Possible Number of Shots Possible number of shots (still image) The table shows the approximate shots that you can capture at each setting based on the capacity of the internal memory and the SD/SDHC memory card. SD/SDHC memory card capacity Internal Size Quality...
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Refer to the symptoms and solutions listed below before sending the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center. Symptom Cause Solutions / Corrective Actions The power does not come The batteries are not inserted. Load the batteries correctly.
  • Page 43: Connecting To A Pictbridge Compliant Printer

    Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer If a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can be printed by connecting the digital still camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without using a computer. Connecting the camera to the printer 1. Connect one end of the USB cable to your camera.
  • Page 44 3. If you select [Single] in the previous step, the figure shown on the right hand side will appear. Select the image that you want to print with buttons. Select the print number (up to 99) with the buttons. After selecting the desired image and printing number, press the SET button to confirm.
  • Page 45: Battery Life

    Battery life 130 images Maximum recording time CIPA standard (when a SanDisk 2 GB SD memory Card is used) * Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. EN-44...

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