DXG Technology DXG 517V HD User Manual

DXG-517V HD  
User’s Manual  
DXG USA  
Table of Contents  
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Preface  
Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced video camera.  
Make sure 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. However, no guarantee is made  
regarding the accuracy of the contents. If the contents of this  
manual do not tally with the camera, please take the camera as a  
criterion. We reserve the right to change the contents of this  
manual and specifications of the product without prior notice.  
If the accessories do not tally with the actual package, please take  
the actual package as the criterion.  
Copyright  
© Copyright 2008.  
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,  
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated  
into any language or computer language, in any form or by any  
means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or  
otherwise, without the prior written permission of the  
manufacturer.  
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Precautions  
General precautions  
Do not use or store the product in dusty, dirty, or sandy areas,  
as its components may be damaged.  
Do not store the product in a hot environment. High  
temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage  
batteries and warp or melt certain plastics.  
Do not store the product in cold areas. When the product  
warms up to its normal temperature, moisture can form inside,  
and may damage the electronic circuits.  
Do not attempt to open the casing or attempt your own repairs.  
High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric  
shock when exposed.  
Do not drop or knock the product. Rough handling may  
damage the internal components.  
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong  
detergents to clean the product. Wipe the product with a  
slightly damp soft cloth.  
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.  
Do not open the battery cover while an image is being  
recorded. Doing so will not only make storage of the current  
image impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already  
stored in file.  
If the product or any of its accessories are not working  
properly, take them to your nearest qualified service center.  
The personnel there will assist you and if necessary, arrange  
for the product to be repaired.  
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Test for proper operation before using the camera.  
Notes on the LCD Screen  
Caution must be observed when dealing with the fluid contained in  
the LCD. Ensure that fluid does not leak if the screen becomes  
cracked or damaged. If this occurs, follow these steps:  
If the fluid makes contact with skin, wipe it with a clean cloth  
then rinse with a large amount of water.  
If the fluid makes contact with eyes, wash eyes with clean  
water for at least 15 minutes and seek immediate medical  
attention.  
If the fluid is swallowed, first rinse mouth with water, then  
drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting. Seek  
immediately medical attention.  
Operation conditions  
This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).  
Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas:  
- In areas subject to direct sunlight  
- In areas subject to high humidity or dust  
- Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to  
temperature extremes  
- Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the sun.  
- In areas subject to strong vibration  
Power supply  
Use only the type of battery that came with your camera.  
Using any other type of battery may damage the equipment  
and invalidate the warranty.  
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Ensure the battery is inserted correctly. Inserting the battery  
incorrectly can cause damage to the product and possibly start  
a fire.  
Remove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camera is  
not going to be used for a long time.  
If the battery is crushed or damaged, remove it immediately to  
avoid the battery fluid leakage and abnormal expansion.  
The camera can be used with either a Li-ion or four AAA size  
batteries. Li-ion battery is recommended to use for longer  
operation time.  
Before You Start  
Take some test shots before performing a formal  
recording.  
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  
costs of photography or any loss of benefit generated by the  
photography) is not the responsibility of the manufacturer and no  
compensation will be given for it.  
Copyright information  
Take care to observe "No Photography" notices in certain locations.  
In these cases, you cannot record any live performance,  
improvisation or exhibits, even for personal purposes. Any transfer  
of pictures or memory card data must be conducted under the  
constraints of copyright law.  
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1 Introducing the camera  
Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the  
video camera. This chapter also covers system requirements,  
package contents, and descriptions of the hardware components.  
1.1 System requirements  
The video camera requires a PC with the following specifications:  
Windows® Vista / XP operating system  
Intel® Pentium 4 2.8 GHz CPU or higher  
At least 512 MB of RAM or higher  
Standard USB 1.1 port or higher  
At least 64MB or greater 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.  
1.2 Features  
The video camera offers a variety of features and functions  
including:  
HD Digital camcorder  
Digital camera (max. 8 Megapixels)  
HDMI audio-video output  
Voice recorder  
USB mass storage  
Max. 3X digital zoom  
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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  
Pouch  
USB & AV cable  
AAA batteries x 4  
CD-ROM  
HDMI cable  
User manual  
(Driver and application  
software)  
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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  
LED Flash light  
Microphone  
1.4.2  
Top view  
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Shutter button  
Zoom / Volume button  
1.4.3  
Bottom view  
Tripod mount  
Battery compartment  
1.4.4  
Right view  
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LCD screen cover  
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1.4.5  
Left view  
Macro switch  
Hand strap  
1.4.6  
Back view  
REC. / Power LED  
Mode dial  
Playback button  
Scroll wheel  
HD Output  
USB / AV Output  
REC. / STOP button  
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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.  
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See the table below for a description of each button’s function.  
Button  
Name  
Function  
Power  
button  
Press and hold to turn power on/off.  
Menu  
button  
Press to display main OSD menus.  
Use to toggle Movie, Photo, and SET  
modes. In Movie mode, press the  
REC.STOP button to start and stop  
recording.  
Mode dial  
z
In Photo and Movie modes, press  
the up and down to adjust the  
exposure setting, and inwards to  
adjust the flashlight setting.  
In Photo Playback mode:  
z
1. Press up and down to scroll  
through stored images.  
2. When the image is zoomed in,  
you can move the image  
up/down or left/right. Then,  
press inwards the scroll wheel, to  
switch the moving directions  
(up/down left/right).  
Scroll  
wheel  
3. In the thumbnail mode, press the  
up and down to select the  
thumbnail images and then press  
inwards to view the image in full  
screen mode.  
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z
In Movie Playback mode:  
1. Press up and down to scroll  
through stored movies, and  
press inwards to play/stop  
movie playback.  
2. While playing a movie, press the  
scroll wheel up / down to  
rewind / fast forward the movie.  
3. In the thumbnail mode, press the  
up and down to select the video  
clip and then press inwards to  
show the video clip.  
In SET mode, press up and down to  
highlight menu items, and inwards  
to select.  
z
z
z
In Photo mode, press to take a  
photo.  
In Movie mode, you can also press  
to take a photo before recording a  
video clip.  
Shutter  
button  
Macro  
switch  
Move the switch to the  
enable Macro mode.  
position to  
Playback  
button  
In Movie and Photo mode, press to  
enter playback mode.  
Display  
button  
Press once to display all OSD icons.  
Press again to turn all OSD icons off.  
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z
z
In Photo and Movie modes, press  
to zoom in and out.  
In Photo Playback mode:  
1. Press the button right to zoom  
in your photo.  
2. Press the button left to show all  
stored files in a 3x2 matrix  
thumbnail view.  
In Movie Playback mode:  
1. Press the button left to show all  
stored video clips in a 3x2  
matrix thumbnail view.  
Zoom  
button  
z
2. During video playback, press  
the button to increase or  
decrease the playback volume.  
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1.4.8  
About the LEDs  
The following table describes the camera LEDs:  
LED  
Color  
Definition  
Power /  
Rec.  
Green  
Power-on  
Green Blinking  
Red  
Recording  
Camera busy  
Self-timer is activated  
Red Blinking  
Red Blinking  
Rapidly  
2 seconds self-timer  
remaining.  
Self-timer  
Red Blinking  
Self-timer is activated.  
Red Blinking  
Rapidly  
2 seconds self-timer  
remaining.  
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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.  
2.1 Inserting an SD card ( SD card sold separately)  
An SD card can be installed in the video camera to provide  
additional storage space for still images, video clips, or other files.  
1.  
Open the LCD screen cover and open the SD card  
compartment cover.  
2.  
Insert an SD card, making sure the contacts are facing  
downwards.  
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3.  
Press down the SD card compartment cover.  
4.  
Push the SD card compartment cover inwards.  
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2.2 Inserting the batteries  
This video camera is designed to AAA alkaline batteries or a  
rechargeable Li-Ion battery. Only use the batteries supplied or  
similar batteries recommended by the manufacturer or your dealer.  
Note: Installing the battery incorrectly could cause damage  
to the camera and possibly start a fire.  
1.  
Open the battery compartment cover.  
2.  
3.  
Insert the batteries as shown.  
Close the battery compartment cover.  
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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. Move the mode dial to toggle different modes.  
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2.5 Before you start  
Before you start using the video camera, some basic settings such as  
date and time, languages and beep function need to be configured.  
2.5.1  
Setting the date and time  
1.  
Turn on the video camera, and move the mode dial to  
SET. Move the scroll wheel up/ down to highlight Date /  
Time. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
2.  
Press the scroll wheel up / down to highlight each field  
and inwards to select a field.  
3.  
4.  
Adjust each value by moving the scroll wheel up and  
down. Press the scroll wheel inwards to save your  
changes.  
Press the scroll wheel down to highlight to leave the  
date menu.  
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2.5.2  
Setting the language  
1.  
Turn on the video camera, and move the mode dial to  
SET. Move the scroll wheel up /down to highlight  
Language. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
2.  
Use the scroll wheel to select the following languages:  
English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese,  
German, Italian, Spanish, French, Turkish, Portuguese,  
Dutch, Japanese, Russian, Korean, and Arabic. After the  
language is selected, press the scroll wheel inwards to  
confirm.  
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2.5.3  
Setting the beep  
1.  
Turn on the video camera, and move the mode dial to  
SET. Move the scroll wheel up/ down to highlight Beep.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
2.  
Use the scroll wheel to select and press the scroll wheel  
inwards to confirm.  
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2.6 Shoot/Playback video  
2.6.1  
Shooting a video clip  
1.  
Turn on the video camera and move the mode dial to  
Movie mode.  
Movie mode  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Use the LCD screen to frame the video.  
Press the REC. / STOP button to start recording.  
Press the REC. / STOP button again to stop recording.  
The video clip is automatically saved with a unique file  
name.  
Notes:  
1. The maximum length of each video recording file  
is 3.66 GB. When the maximum length is reached, the  
recording will automatically stop.  
2. High-resolution settings result in larger files, and  
therefore shorter length.  
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3. The LCD preview and the ratio of a still-image  
capture can vary depending on the different video  
resolution settings. See the following table:  
Taking pictures  
and focusing  
Video resolution  
Preview  
16:9 ratio  
4:3 ratio  
720P  
WVGA  
4:3 ratio  
4:3 ratio  
QVGA  
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2.6.2  
Playing a video clip  
1.  
In Movie mode, press the Playback button and the most  
recent file displays on the LCD screen.  
Movie playback  
mode indicator  
2.  
Move the scroll wheel up and down to scroll through the  
video clips. Press the scroll wheel inwards to play back  
the video clip.  
3.  
4.  
To pause while playing back the video clip, press the  
REC. / STOP inwards.  
When viewing the video clip, press the Zoom button left  
or right to adjust the volume.  
5.  
6.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to stop playing.  
Press the Playback button again to return to Movie  
mode.  
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2.7 Taking/viewing pictures  
2.7.1  
Taking a still picture  
1.  
Turn on the camera and move the mode dial to Photo  
mode.  
Photo mode  
2.  
3.  
4.  
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  
name.  
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2.7.2  
Viewing images  
1.  
In Photo mode, press the Playback button and the most  
recent image displays on the LCD screen.  
Playback mode  
2.  
3.  
Press the scroll wheel up and down to scroll through the  
images.  
Press the Zoom button right to zoom in the picture. Then  
you can move the image up/down or left/right and press  
inwards the scroll wheel, you can switch the moving  
directions (up/down left/right).  
4.  
Press the Zoom button left fully zoomed out to view  
thumbnails of all stored files and then press the scroll  
wheel up and down to select the thumbnail images.  
5.  
6.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to view the image in full  
screen mode.  
Press the Playback button again to return to Photo mode.  
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2.8 Connecting to a computer  
Read this section to learn how to transfer files to a PC, show the  
video clips or photos on TV/DVD.  
Connect the video camera to a computer with the USB cable  
provided.  
2.9 Connecting to a standard TV  
Connect the video camera to a standard TV as shown with the AV  
cable provided.  
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2.10 Connecting to a DVD Player  
Connect the video camera to a DVD player with the AV cable  
provided.  
2.11 Connecting to an HDTV  
Read this section to learn how to show the video clips or photos on  
an HDTV. Connecting to an HDTV offers the high resolution for  
displaying the video clips or photos.  
Connect the video camera to an HDTV as shown with an HDMI  
cable.  
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3 Using the camera  
Read this section to learn how to use the camera.  
3.1 Movie and voice recorder mode  
Use this mode to capture video clips or record voice and store them  
in an internal memory or on an SD card.  
3.1.1  
Movie and voice recorder mode  
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Movie  
and voice recorder mode icons and symbols.  
Movie mode  
Voice recorder mode  
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2
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12  
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4
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10  
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3
2
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Movie mode:  
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.  
1
2
3
EV compensation indicator  
Effect indicator  
Night mode indicator  
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4
5
6
White balance indicator  
Remaining memory capacity  
Memory status indicator  
: SD card indicator  
: Internal memory indicator  
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8
Remaining recording time indicator  
Histogram indicator  
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Resolution indicator  
Battery indicator  
10  
11  
Stabilizer indicator  
12  
13  
LED flash light indicator  
Macro indicator  
14  
15  
Movie mode indicator  
Zoom indicator  
Voice recorder mode:  
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.  
1
Memory status indicator  
: SD card indicator  
: Internal memory indicator  
2
Remaining recording time indicator  
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3
4
Battery indicator  
Voice recorder mode 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 14-15 cm.  
While in Photo or Movie and voice recorder modes, move the  
Macro switch on the side of the video camera to activate macro  
function, and an icon  
displays on the LCD screen.  
Move the macro switch again to return to normal mode.  
3.1.3  
Using the zoom function  
The camera is equipped with 2x digital zoom.  
Move the zoom button to the right to get closer to a subject.  
Move the zoom button to the left to move away from a subject.  
3.1.4  
Using the LED flash light  
Use the LED flash light to illuminate subjects in dark environments.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to choose from the following lighting  
options: Off and On modes. An icon displays on the screen when  
activated.  
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3.1.5  
Quick access controls  
You can also make adjustments to exposure and lighting settings by  
pressing the scroll wheel up and down or inwards.  
In Movie and voice recorder and Photo modes, press the scroll  
wheel up or down to adjust the EV compensation setting. Press the  
scroll wheel inwards to choose lighting options.  
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3.2 Photo mode  
Use Photo mode to capture still pictures and store them in the  
internal memory or on an SD card.  
3.2.1  
Photo mode icons  
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Photo  
mode icons and symbols.  
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11  
10  
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2
3
4
5
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6
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See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.  
1
Remaining number of photos  
2
EV compensation indicator  
3
Effect indicator  
4
Night mode indicator  
5
White balance indicator  
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Memory status indicator  
: SD card indicator  
: Internal memory indicator  
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8
9
File size indicator  
Battery indicator  
Histogram indicator  
LED flash light indicator  
Macro indicator  
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11  
12  
13  
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Self timer indicator  
Photo mode indicator  
Zoom indicator  
3.2.2  
Using the macro function  
See section 3.1.2 “Using the macro function”.  
3.2.3  
Using the zoom function  
See section 3.1.3“Using the zoom function”.  
3.2.4  
Using the LED flash light  
See section 3.1.4 “Using the LED flash light”.  
3.2.5  
Quick access controls  
See section 3.1.5 “Quick access controls”.  
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3.3 Movie Playback mode  
Use Movie Playback mode to review all the movie files stored in  
the video camera.  
3.3.1  
Movie Playback mode icons  
Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the  
Movie Playback mode icons and symbols.  
Movie mode  
Voice recorder mode  
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5
4
Movie mode:  
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.  
Displays the number of current movie /  
total number of recorded video clips  
1
2
Volume level  
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Memory status indicator  
: SD card indicator  
3
4
: Internal memory indicator  
The length of every video clip  
5
6
7
Play/ Pause indicator  
Battery status indicator  
File protect indicator  
/
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9
Movie playback mode icon  
Displays the file number of the video clip  
Voice Recorder mode:  
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.  
Displays the number of current audio/  
total number of recorded audio clips  
1
2
Volume level  
Memory status indicator  
: SD card indicator  
3
4
: Internal memory indicator  
The length of every audio clip  
5
6
Play/ Pause indicator  
/
Indicates: press to Play/ Stop  
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7
8
Battery status indicator  
File protect indicator  
9
Voice playback mode  
10  
Displays the file number of the audio clip  
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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.  
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1
5
4
2
3
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.  
Displays the number of current image / the  
total number of saved images  
1
Memory status indicator  
: SD card indicator  
: Internal memory indicator  
2
3
Displays the file number of the photo  
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4
5
Battery status indicator  
File protect indicator  
6
7
Playback mode icon  
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) indicator  
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3.5 Thumbnail mode  
When in Photo Playback or Movie Playback modes, press the  
zoom button left to show images as thumbnails.  
1.  
Turn on the video camera and make sure it is in Photo  
Playback or Movie Playback mode.  
2.  
The most recent image /video clip displays on the screen.  
Press the zoom button left to view six thumbnail images  
/video clips on the LCD screen.  
3.  
4.  
Press the scroll wheel up and down to highlight an image,  
or a video clip, and press inwards to view the image or  
playback the video clip or voice file in full screen mode.  
Press the zoom button left to return to thumbnail view.  
3.6 USB mode  
You can use USB mode to connect to a host PC.  
When connected to a host PC, the video camera is shown as a  
removable drive in Windows Explorer.  
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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. When white balance is set to Auto, the video camera  
automatically compensates for different lighting conditions.  
1.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie  
mode.  
2.  
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to  
highlight the White Balance option. Press the scroll  
wheel inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,  
Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the scroll wheel inwards  
to confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.1.2.Video resolution  
Use the resolution option to determine the resolution of the  
captured video. The larger screen size requires more memory  
storage space.  
1.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie  
mode.  
2.  
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to  
highlight the Resolution option. Press the scroll wheel  
inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select QVGA, WVGA or 720P.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
Notes:  
1. The LCD displays the 16:9 ratio while setting the  
video resolution to WVGA or 720P.  
2. The LCD displays the 4:3 ratio while setting the video  
resolution to QVGA.  
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4.1.3.Color effect  
The camera can capture standard color images, black and white  
images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look.  
1.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie  
mode.  
2.  
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to  
highlight the Effect option. Press the scroll wheel  
inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Color, B&W or Sepia. Press  
the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.1.4.Night mode  
Use this function to shoot a better video clip quality in dark  
environments.  
1.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie  
mode.  
2.  
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to  
highlight the Night Mode option. Press the scroll wheel  
inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Off or Night mode option.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.1.5.Stabilizer  
Use this function to activate Stabilizer to prevent blurred images  
caused by shaking.  
1.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie  
mode.  
2.  
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to  
highlight the Stabilizer option. Press the scroll wheel  
inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select On or Off. Press the scroll  
wheel inwards to confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.1.6.Capture mode  
Use this function to record sound or image.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie  
mode.  
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to  
highlight the Capture Mode option. Press the scroll  
wheel inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Voice recorder or Video  
options. Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.2 Movie playback menu  
Use the playback menu to manage the files stored in the internal  
memory or on the SD card.  
4.2.1  
Delete  
Use this function to delete files.  
1.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode.  
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU  
button to display the Movie Playback menu.  
2.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Delete One or Delete All  
options.  
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again.  
Use the scroll wheel to locate the file you want to delete and  
press inwards to delete.  
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If you select Delete All, press the scroll wheel inwards to  
display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select and press the scroll wheel  
inwards to delete.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered so make sure  
you have a backup before you delete. Files that have  
been protected will not be deleted. You have to unlock  
the files first before deleting them.  
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4.2.2  
Protect  
Use this function to lock files to prevent accidental deletion.  
1.  
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.  
2.  
Use the scroll wheel to select the Protect option. Then  
playback screen appears again. Use the scroll wheel to  
locate the file you want to protect and press inwards to  
confirm. A lock  
is protected.  
icon is displayed to show that the file  
Note: To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The lock icon  
disappears when the file is unlocked.  
3.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.2.3  
Autoplay  
Use this function to continuously play all movie clips stored in the  
memory card.  
1.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode.  
Press the Playback button and then press the MENU  
button to display the Movie Playback menu.  
2.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select the Autoplay option and  
press the scroll wheel inwards to show the submenu.  
Use the scroll wheel to select and press the scroll wheel  
inwards to confirm.  
4.  
5.  
Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.  
Press the scroll wheel to start continuous playing of  
movie clips.  
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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.  
1.  
2.  
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.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,  
Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the scroll wheel inwards  
to confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.3.2  
Resolution  
Use this option to set the size of the captured image. Larger images  
contain more detail and therefore use more memory space.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.  
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to  
highlight the Resolution option. Press the scroll wheel  
inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select 3M, 5M or 8M. Press the  
scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.3.3  
Color effect  
The camera can capture standard color images, black and white  
images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.  
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to  
highlight the Effect option. Press the scroll wheel  
inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Color, B & W, or Sepia.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.3.4  
Night mode  
Use this function to shoot a better video clip quality in dark  
environments.  
1.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie  
mode.  
2.  
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to  
highlight the Night Mode option. Press the scroll wheel  
inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Off or Night mode option.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.3.5  
Self timer  
Use the self timer function to take a photo of yourself.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode.  
Press the MENU button and use the scroll wheel to  
highlight the Selftimer option. Press the scroll wheel  
inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Off, 5 seconds, or 10  
seconds options. Press the scroll wheel inwards to  
confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.4 Photo playback menu  
4.4.1  
Delete  
Use this function to delete files.  
1.  
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.  
2.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Delete One or Delete All  
options.  
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again.  
Use the scroll wheel to locate the file you want to delete and  
press inwards to delete.  
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If you select Delete All, press the scroll wheel inwards to  
display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select and then press the scroll  
wheel inwards to delete.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered so make sure  
you have a backup before you delete. Files that have  
been protected will not be deleted. You have to unlock  
the files first before deleting them.  
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4.4.2  
Protect  
Use this function to protect files.  
1.  
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.  
2.  
Use the scroll wheel to select the Protect option. Then  
playback screen appears again. Use the scroll wheel to  
locate the file you want to protect and press inwards to  
confirm. A lock  
is protected.  
icon is displayed to show that the file  
Note: To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The lock icon  
disappears when the file is unlocked.  
3.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.4.3  
Slide show  
The camera includes a slide show function, which displays each  
image in turn with a regular interval between pictures.  
1.  
2.  
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.  
Use the scroll wheel to select the Autoplay option and  
press the scroll wheel inwards. The images will be  
displayed automatically.  
3.  
4.  
Press the scroll wheel to pause / play the slideshow.  
Press the MENU button to stop the slide show.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu.  
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4.4.4  
DPOF  
Use the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) function to tag pictures  
stored in the memory card with print information.  
1.  
2.  
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.  
Use the scroll wheel to highlight the DPOF option. Press  
the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select and press inwards to  
confirm.  
4.  
Press the MENU button again to exit the menu. A DPOF  
icon is displayed to show that the file is ordered to  
print.  
Notes:  
1. A memory card is required for DPOF function.  
2. If DPOF is set, all photos are ordered to print.  
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4.5 System menu  
The system menu is used to configure miscellaneous camera  
functions.  
4.5.1  
Setting the beep  
See section 2.5.3 “Setting the Beep”.  
4.5.2  
Histogram Mode  
Use this function to display a histogram graph on the LCD screen.  
This function can help you to capture a better photo/video clip.  
1.  
2.  
Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.  
Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Histogram option.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Histogram or Off options.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
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4.5.3  
Auto power off  
Use this function to switch the camera off automatically after a  
period of inactivity for power saving.  
1.  
2.  
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.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select Off, 1 minute, or 5 minutes.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
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4.5.4  
TV standard  
Use the TV option to set the TV system for the area.  
1.  
2.  
Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode.  
Use the scroll wheel to highlight the TV standard option.  
Press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select NTSC or PAL, and press the  
scroll wheel inwards to confirm.  
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4.5.5  
Format  
Use this function to format the current storage media. This format  
action will delete everything on the media.  
1.  
2.  
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.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select X or , and press the scroll  
wheel inwards to confirm.  
4.  
The current media (memory card or internal memory) is  
formatted.  
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4.5.6  
Default  
Use this option to reset all settings to the default settings.  
1.  
2.  
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.  
3.  
Use the scroll wheel to select X or , and press the scroll  
wheel inwards to confirm.  
4.5.7  
Language  
See section 2.5.2 “Setting the language”.  
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4.5.8  
Frequency  
Use the Frequency option to set the frequency system for your area.  
To set the frequency:  
1.  
2.  
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.  
3.  
Use the scroll to select 50 Hz or 60 Hz. Press the scroll  
wheel inwards to confirm.  
4.5.9  
Date/time  
See section 2.5.1 “Setting the date and time”.  
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5 Installing the software  
Read this section to learn how to install the software for the camera.  
5.1 Presto! Video Works  
Presto! Video Works is an advanced software application for  
editing video.  
To install Presto! Video Works:  
1.  
2.  
Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive.  
If the CD-ROM does not automatically boot, use  
Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr.exe file in  
the root directory.  
The following screen is displayed.  
Install button  
3.  
Click the Install button to begin the installation process  
and follow the instructions on-screen.  
More information about Presto! Video Works 6 can be found in the  
help files when the application is started.  
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5.2 Presto! Mr. Photo  
Presto! Mr. Photo is an advanced photo editing software  
application.  
To install Presto! Mr. Photo:  
1.  
2.  
Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive.  
If the CD-ROM does not automatically boot, use  
Windows Explorer to execute the InstallMgr.exe file in  
the root directory.  
The following screen is displayed.  
Install button  
3.  
Click the Install button 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.  
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5.3 Quick Time  
Quick Time is an easy-to-use application for playing the video clips  
stored in the camera or on the SD/MMC card.  
To install the Quick Time:  
1.  
2.  
Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive.  
If the CD-Rom doesn’t automatically boot, use Window  
Explore to execute the InstalMgr.exe file in the root  
directory.  
The following screen is displayed:  
Install button  
3.  
Click the Install button to begin the installation process  
and follow the instructions on-screen.  
More information about Quick Time can be found in the help files  
when the application is started.  
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Appendix  
Specifications  
(Design and specifications subject to change without prior notice)  
General  
Imaging  
sensor  
1/2.5” CMOS 5.0 Megapixel sensor  
5.0 Megapixel  
Active pixels  
Storage media Built-in 128 MB flash memory (approx.  
100 MB available for image storage)  
SD Card, SDHC compatible (up to SDHC  
8GB Class 6)  
Sensor  
Auto  
sensitivity  
Color effects Color/B&W/Sepia  
Lens  
Fixed lens  
Wide: F/3.2, f=7.5mm  
Focus range  
Normal: 1.5m~infinity  
Macro: 14~15cm  
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General  
Still image  
Formats: JPEG (EXIF 2.2), DCF  
Resolution: 3M, 5M, 8M (Firmware  
interpolation)  
Movie clips  
Zoom  
Format: H.264 (MOV)  
Resolution: QVGA (30 fps), WVGA (30  
fps), HD 720P  
Movie: Digital Zoom 3X  
Camera: Digital Zoom 3X  
Still Image Playback: Digital Zoom 8X  
(max.)  
Audio Video Yes  
TFT Monitor 2.5” TFT (480 x 240 pixels)  
LED Light  
< 1.0 m range  
Movie: On / Off  
Camera: On / Off  
White balance Auto/Sunny/Cloudy/Tungsten/  
Fluorescent  
EV  
-2.0 EV~+2.0 EV  
compensation  
Self-timer  
Off, 5, 10 seconds  
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General  
PC interface  
MSDC: USB 2.0 (high speed)  
TV out format NTSC/PAL / HDMI  
Shutter  
Electronic shutter  
1~1/2000 second  
Auto power  
off  
Off, 1 min., 5 min.  
Li-ion Battery NP-40 or  
4 x “AAA” (Alkaline / Ni-cd / Ni-MH)  
Power supply  
Dimension  
Weight  
110.5 (D) x 67.5 (H) x 41 (W) mm  
Approx. 227 (without batteries)  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Solution  
Cannot turn on The batteries are  
Insert the  
batteries  
correctly. (See  
the video  
camera.  
not inserted  
correctly.  
The batteries  
have no power.  
Replace the  
batteries  
The camera  
suddenly turns function was  
The auto power off  
Turn the power  
on again.  
off.  
enabled.  
Replace the  
batteries.  
The camera is  
running out of  
battery power.  
The captured  
image is not  
stored in  
Before the image  
is saved the  
power has been  
cut off.  
When the battery  
indicator turns red,  
replace the  
memory.  
batteries  
immediately.  
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The camera  
turns off when running out of  
capturing  
image using  
self-timer.  
The camera is  
Replace the  
batteries.  
battery power.  
The image is  
out of focus.  
The subject is  
beyond focus  
range.  
Please take a  
picture within  
the available  
focus range and  
choose normal  
or macro mode.  
Memory card  
cannot be  
used.  
The memory  
card is protected.  
Unlock the  
memory card.  
The memory  
card contains  
non-DCF images  
taken by other  
cameras.  
Format the  
memory card. (See  
Before formatting  
the card, ensure  
you back up the  
files.  
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All buttons are Short circuit  
Remove the  
inactive.  
occurred when  
connecting the  
camera with other  
devices.  
batteries from the  
camera and insert  
again.  
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Website:  
Please visit our website at www.dxgusa.com for  
any product updates or special announcements.  
You can also check out our online support desk  
where you can register your product, send emails  
to our technical support, and find a list of  
frequently asked questions (FAQs).  
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