DXG Technology DXG 595V User Manual

DXG-595V HD  
User’s Manual  
DXG USA  
Table of Contents  
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Preface  
Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder.  
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. 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 battery cover while a video 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.  
Test for proper operation before using the camera.  
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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.  
Ensure the battery is inserted correctly. Inserting the battery  
incorrectly can cause damage to the product and possibly start  
a fire.  
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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 camcorder  
Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the  
camcorder. This chapter also covers system requirements, package  
contents, and descriptions of the hardware components.  
1.1 System requirements  
The camcorder requires a PC with the following specifications:  
Windows® Vista / XP / 2000 operating system  
Intel® Pentium 4 2.8GHz CPU or higher (3GHz recommended)  
At least 512 MB of RAM or higher (1GB recommended)  
64MB or Greater Video Card  
Standard USB 1.1 port or higher  
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Note:  
A USB 1.1 port may enable you to transfer files to and from  
your host PC, but transfer speeds may be much faster with a  
USB 2.0 port.  
1.2 Features  
The camcorder offers a variety of features and functions including:  
HD Digital camcorder  
Digital camera (max. 8 Megapixels)  
Additionally, the camcorder features 5X optical zoom, 4X digital  
zoom, USB mass storage, and an SD card reader functions.  
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Note:  
In 1080p mode, only 2X digital zoom is supported.  
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1.3 Unpacking the camcorder  
The following items should be present in the package. If any item is  
missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately.  
Camcorder  
Pouch  
User manual  
Component video  
cable  
Battery charger  
AV cable  
USB cable  
Power cord  
Li-ion battery  
NP-120  
CD-ROM  
(Application software)  
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1.4 About the camcorder  
Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the  
buttons and controls of this camcorder.  
1.4.1  
Front view  
LED flash light  
Lens  
Self-timer LED  
Flash module  
1.4.2  
Top view  
Battery cover latch Shutter button  
Zoom/ Volume button  
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1.4.3  
Bottom view  
Tripod mount  
1.4.4  
Right view  
Microphone  
Lens cover latch  
Flash switch  
LCD screen cover  
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1.4.5  
Left view  
Battery cover  
Speaker  
Hand strap  
1.4.6  
Back view  
REC. / Power LED  
Mode dial  
Camera Status LED  
Joystick  
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 turn Camcorder, Camera, and  
SET modes. In Camcorder mode, press  
the REC.STOP button to start and stop  
recording. In Camcorder Playback  
mode, press the REC.STOP to  
Mode dial  
pause/restart playing.  
z In Camcorder and Camera mode:  
1. Move up/ down to adjust the  
exposure settings.  
2. Move right to enable the macro  
function. A  
icon appears on  
the LCD screen when enabled.  
Joystick  
3. Move left to adjust the white  
balance settings.  
z In Camera Playback mode:  
1. Move right and left to view the  
stored images.  
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2. When the image is zoomed in, the  
LCD screen appears up/down  
direction keys. You may press the  
joystick to move the image.  
Then you may press the center  
joystick button to switch the  
moving directions (up/down  
left/right).  
3. In the Thumbnail mode, move  
up, down, left, right to select the  
thumbnail images and then press  
the center joystick button to view  
the image in full screen mode.  
z In Camcorder Playback mode:  
1. Press up and down to view the  
stored video clips and press the  
center joystick button to play/  
stop the video clips.  
2. In Playing mode, move right to  
rewind a video clip and move left  
to fast-forward a video clip.  
3. In the Thumbnail mode, move  
up, down, left, right to select a  
desired video clip and then press  
the center joystick button to show  
the video clip.  
z In SET mode, press up and down to  
highlight menu items and press the  
center joystick button to confirm.  
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z In Camera mode, press to take a  
photo.  
Shutter  
button  
z In Camcorder mode, you can also  
press to take a photo before  
recording a video clip.  
Playback  
button  
In Camcorder and Camera mode, press  
to enter playback mode.  
Display  
button  
Press once to turn off all OSD icons and  
press again to display all OSD icons off.  
z In Camcorder and Camera modes,  
press right/ left to zoom in and out.  
z In Camera Playback mode:  
1. Press right to zoom in your photo.  
2. Press left to show all stored files  
in a 3x2 matrix thumbnail view.  
Zoom  
button  
z In Camcorder Playback mode:  
1. Press left to show all stored video  
clips in a 3x2 matrix thumbnail  
view.  
2. Press left/ right to increase or  
decrease the volume of the video  
clip you are playing.  
z In Camcorder and Camera modes,  
press the button to turn on/ off the  
increase light.  
LED flash  
button  
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SD card  
cover latch  
z Slide the latch to open the SD card  
cover when you insert the SD card.  
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1.4.8  
About the LEDs  
The following table describes the camera LEDs:  
LED  
Color  
Definition  
Power-on  
Power /  
Rec.  
Green  
Green Blinking  
Red  
Recording  
Camera busy  
Camera  
Status  
Self-timer is activated  
and flash in charge.  
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 camcorder. 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 camcorder to provide additional  
storage space for still images, video clips, or other files.  
1.  
Open the LCD screen cover and move the SD card cover  
latch in the direction of the arrow to open the SD card  
compartment cover.  
2.  
Insert an SD card, making sure the contacts are facing  
upwards.  
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3.  
Close the SD card compartment cover.  
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2.2 Inserting the batteries  
This camcorder is designed to use a rechargeable Li-ion battery.  
Only use the battery supplied or similar batteries recommended by  
the manufacturer or your dealer.  
z Note:  
Install the battery exactly as described here. Installing the  
battery incorrectly could cause damage to the camcorder and  
possibly start a fire.  
1.  
Slide the battery cover latch as shown and then the  
battery cover opens automatically.  
2.  
Insert the battery as shown.  
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3.  
Close the battery cover as shown.  
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2.3 Charging the battery  
You can charge the battery with the charging unit provided. Follow  
the below steps to charge your battery.  
1.  
Insert the Li-ion battery into the charging bay. Connect  
one end of the power cord to the charging unit and then  
plug the other end to the wall outlet as shown.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
The red LED will light up for proper charging.  
After full charge, the LED turns to green.  
It takes about 180 minutes to achieve full charge. Actual  
charging time depends on current battery capacity and  
charging conditions.  
2.4 Turning on/ off the camcorder  
Press and hold the power button to turn the camcorder on/off.  
2.5 Changing modes  
The camcorder can operate in three modes,  
Camcorder, Camera, and SET. Move the mode dial  
to toggle different modes.  
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2.6 Before you start  
Before you start using the camcorder, some basic settings such as  
date and time, languages and beep function need to be configured.  
2.6.1  
Setting the date and time  
5.  
Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.  
Move the joystick up and down to highlight Date / Time.  
Press the center joystick button to confirm.  
6.  
Move the joystick up and down to highlight each field  
and press the center joystick button to select a field.  
7.  
8.  
Adjust each value by moving the joystick up and down.  
Press the center joystick button to save your changes.  
Press the joystick down to highlight to leave the Date/  
Time menu.  
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2.6.2  
Setting the language  
1.  
Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.  
Move the joystick up and down to highlight Language.  
Press the center joystick button to select it.  
2.  
Move the joystick left and right 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 center  
joystick button to confirm.  
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2.6.3  
Setting the beep  
1.  
Turn on the camcorder, and move the mode dial to SET.  
Move the joystick up and down to highlight Beep. Press  
the center joystick button to select it.  
2.  
Move the joystick left and right to select X (Beep Off) or  
(Beep On) and press the center joystick button to confirm.  
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2.7 Shoot/Playback video  
2.7.1  
Shooting a video clip  
1.  
Turn on the camcorder and move the mode dial to  
Camcorder mode.  
Camcorder 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 approximately 3.75 GB.  
2. The 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  
WVGA  
720P  
1080P  
4:3 ratio  
4:3 ratio  
QVGA  
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2.7.2  
Playing the video clip  
1.  
In Camcorder mode, press the Playback button. The most  
recent file displays on the LCD screen.  
Camcorder playback  
mode indicator  
2.  
Move the joystick right and left to select a desired video  
clip and press the center joystick button. The video clip  
starts playing.  
3.  
4.  
Move the joystick up to rewind the video clip and move  
the joystick down to fast forward.  
Press the REC. STOP button to pause the video playback.  
Press the REC. STOP button again to resume the video  
playback.  
5.  
When viewing the video clip, move the Zoom button left  
or right to adjust the volume.  
6.  
7.  
Press the center joystick button to stop playing.  
Press the Playback button again to return to Camcorder  
mode.  
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2.8 Taking/viewing pictures  
2.8.1  
Taking a still picture  
1.  
Turn on the camcorder and move the Mode Dial to  
Camera mode.  
Camera 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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2.8.2  
Viewing images  
1.  
In Camera mode, press the Playback button. The most  
recent image displays on the LCD screen.  
Camera  
Playback mode  
2.  
3.  
Press the joystick right and left to scroll through the  
images.  
Move the Zoom button right to zoom in the picture.  
There are two direction keys appears on the LCD screen.  
You may use the joystick to pan across the picture and  
press the center joystick button to switch between the  
panning directions (up/down left/right).  
4.  
Press the Zoom button left fully to view the thumbnails  
of all stored images and then press the joystick up and  
down to select an image.  
5.  
6.  
Press the center joystick button to view the image in full  
screen mode.  
Press the Playback button again to return to Camera  
mode.  
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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 camcorder to a computer with the USB cable provided.  
2.10 Connecting to a standard TV  
Connect the camcorder to a standard TV as shown with the AV  
cable provided.  
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2.11 Connecting to a HDTV  
Read this section to learn how to show the video clips or photos on  
a HDTV. Connecting to a HDTV offers the high resolution for  
displaying the video clips or photos.  
Connect the camcorder to a HD TV as shown with the component  
video cable and AV cable provided.  
HD in  
AV in  
Component  
cable  
HD out  
AV out  
AV Cable  
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3 Using the camcorder  
Read this section to learn how to use the camcorder.  
3.1 Camcorder and voice recorder mode  
Use this mode to capture video clips or record voice and store them  
on an SD card.  
3.1.1  
Camcorder and voice recorder mode  
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the  
Camcorder and voice recorder mode icons and symbols.  
Camcorder mode  
Voice recorder mode  
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4
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Camcorder mode:  
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.  
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2
EV compensation indicator  
Effect indicator  
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3
4
5
6
Night mode indicator/Stabilizer indicator  
White balance indicator  
/
Memory space indicator  
Memory status indicator  
: No SD card  
: SD card in  
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8
Remaining recording time indicator  
Force and auto flash indicator  
/
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Resolution indicator  
Battery indicator  
10  
11  
Histogram indicator  
12  
13  
LED flash light indicator  
Macro indicator  
14  
15  
Camcorder 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 in  
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: No SD card  
2
3
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 5 cm.  
While in Camera, Camcorder or Voice recorder modes, move the  
joystick left to activate the macro function, and a  
on the LCD screen.  
icon displays  
Move the joystick again to return to normal mode.  
3.1.3  
Using the zoom function  
The camcorder is equipped with 5x optical zoom and 4X digital  
zoom.  
Move the Zoom button right to get closer to a subject.  
Move the Zoom button 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 Light button to switch on the flash light and press again to  
switch it off.  
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3.1.5  
Using the Flash module, auto and force  
Use the auto and force flash module to illuminate subjects in dark  
environments when press the shutter button.  
You may switch the auto and force flash module by toggling the  
Flash switch. The  
or  
displays on your camcorder when  
activated.  
3.1.6  
Using the Stabilizer function  
Use the Stabilizer function to reduce vibration caused by camcorder  
shanks during a video shoot.  
See section 4.1.5 Stabilizer”.  
3.1.7  
Quick access controls  
You can also make adjustments to exposure by pressing the joystick  
up and down.  
In Camcorder and Camera modes, press the joystick up and down  
to adjust the EV compensation settings. Press the joystick left to  
choose white balance settings.  
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3.2 Camera mode  
Use Camera mode to capture still pictures and store them in the  
on an SD card.  
3.2.1  
Camera mode icons  
Use the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Camera  
mode icons and symbols.  
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2
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5
10  
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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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6
7
Memory status indicator  
: SD card indicator  
: No SD card  
Force and auto flash indicator  
/
8
9
File size indicator  
Battery indicator  
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Histogram indicator  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
LED flash light indicator  
Macro indicator  
Self timer indicator  
Camera 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 3.1.3Using the zoom function”.  
3.2.4  
Using the LED flash module  
See section 3.1.4 Using the LED flash light”.  
3.2.5  
Using the flash module, auto and force  
3.2.6  
Quick access controls  
See section 3.1.7Quick access controls”.  
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3.3 Camcorder Playback mode  
Use Camcorder Playback mode to review all the movie files stored  
on the SD card.  
3.3.1  
Camcorder Playback mode icons  
Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the  
Camcorder Playback mode icons and symbols.  
Camcorder playback mode  
Voice recorder playback mode  
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Camcorder mode:  
See the table below for a description of each icon and symbol.  
Displays the number of current camcorder  
/ total number of recorded video clips  
1
2
Volume level  
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Memory status indicator  
: SD card in  
3
4
: No SD card  
The length of every video clip  
5
6
7
Play/ Pause indicator  
Battery status indicator  
File protect indicator  
/
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9
Camcorder 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 in  
3
4
: No SD card  
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  
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Voice playback mode  
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Displays the file number of the audio clip  
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3.4 Camera Playback mode  
Use Camera Playback mode to review all the image files stored in  
the camcorder.  
3.4.1  
Camera Playback mode icons  
Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the  
Camera Playback mode icons and symbols.  
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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 in  
2
: No SD card  
3
4
Displays the file number of the photo  
Battery status indicator  
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5
6
7
File protect indicator  
Playback mode icon  
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) indicator  
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3.5 Thumbnail mode  
When in Camera Playback or Camcorder Playback modes, press  
the ZOOM button left to show images as thumbnails.  
1.  
2.  
Turn on the camcorder and make sure it is in Camera  
Playback or Camcorder Playback mode.  
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 joystick up and down to highlight an image, or  
a video clip, and press the center joystick button 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.  
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4 Using the menus  
Read this section to learn how to configure the camcorder settings  
and use the advanced features.  
4.1 Camcorder menu  
When in Camcorder mode, press the Menu button to show the  
camcorder 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 camcorder  
automatically compensates for different lighting conditions.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder  
mode.  
Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and  
down to highlight the White Balance option. Press the  
center joystick button to display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select Auto, Sunny,  
Cloudy, Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the center  
joystick button 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 camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder  
mode.  
2.  
Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and  
down to highlight the Resolution option. Press the center  
joystick button to display the submenu.  
3.  
Press the joystick left and right to select QVGA, WVGA,  
720P, or 1080P. Press the center joystick button to  
confirm.  
4.  
Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.  
z Notes:  
1. The LCD displays the 16:9 ratio while setting as  
WVGA, 720P, 1080P video resolution.  
2. The LCD displays the 4:3 ratio while setting as  
QVGA video resolution.  
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4.1.3.Color effect  
The camcorder can capture standard color images, black and white  
images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look.  
1.  
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder  
mode.  
2.  
Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and  
down to highlight the Effect option. Press the center  
joystick button to display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select Color, B&W or  
Sepia. Press the center joystick button 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 camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder  
mode.  
2.  
Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and  
down to highlight the Night Mode option. Press the  
center joystick button to display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select Off or Night  
mode options. Press the center joystick button to confirm.  
4.  
Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.  
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4.1.5.Stabilizer  
Use this function to reduce vibration caused by camcorder shakes  
during a video shoot.  
1.  
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder  
mode.  
2.  
Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and  
down to highlight the Stabilizer option. Press the center  
joystick button to display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select Off or Stabilizer  
options. Press the center joystick button to confirm.  
4.  
5.  
Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.  
An icon  
displays on the screen.  
z
Note:  
Stabilizer function is available in video resolution  
WVGA and 720P only.  
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4.1.6.Capture mode  
Use this function to record sound or image.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder  
mode.  
Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and  
down to highlight the Capture Mode option. Press the  
center joystick button to display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select Voice recorder  
or Video options. Press the center joystick button to  
confirm.  
4.  
Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.  
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4.2 Camcorder playback menu  
Use the playback menu to manage the files stored on the SD card.  
4.2.1  
Delete  
Use this function to delete files.  
1.  
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder  
mode. Press the Playback button and then press the  
Menu button to display the Camcorder Playback menu.  
2.  
Move the joystick up and down to select Delete One or  
Delete All options.  
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again.  
Move the joystick right and left to locate the file you want to  
delete and press the center joystick button to confirm.  
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If you select Delete All, press the center joystick button to  
display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select X or and press  
the center joystick button to delete.  
4.  
Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.  
z 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 camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder  
mode. Press the Playback button and then press the  
Menu button to display Camcorder Playback menu.  
2.  
Move the joystick up and down to select the Protect  
option. Then playback screen appears again. Move the  
joystick to locate the file you want to protect and press  
the center joystick button to confirm. A lock  
displayed to show that the file is protected.  
icon is  
z Note:  
3
To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The  
icon disappears when the file is unlocked.  
lock  
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4.3 Camera menu  
In Camera mode, press the Menu button to show the Camera  
Options menu.  
4.3.1  
White balance  
Use this option to correct color difference due to lighting  
conditions.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.  
Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and  
down to highlight the White Balance option. Press the  
center joystick button to display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select Auto, Sunny,  
Cloudy, Tungsten, or Fluorescent. Press the center  
joystick button 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 camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.  
Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and  
down to highlight the Resolution option. Press the center  
joystick button to display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select from 3M, 5Mor  
8M. Press the center joystick button to confirm.  
4.  
Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.  
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4.3.3  
Color effect  
The camcorder can capture standard color images, black and white  
images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.  
Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and  
down to highlight the Effect option. Press the center  
joystick button to display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select Color, B & W, or  
Sepia. Press the center joystick button 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 camcorder on and ensure it is in Camcorder  
mode.  
2.  
Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and  
down to highlight the Night Mode option. Press the  
center joystick button to display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select Off or Night  
mode option. Press the center joystick button 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 camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.  
Press the Menu button and move the joystick up and  
down to highlight the Selftimer option. Press the center  
joystick button to display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select Off, 5 seconds,  
or 10 seconds options. Press the center joystick button to  
confirm.  
4.  
Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.  
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4.4 Camera playback menu  
4.4.1  
Delete  
Use this function to delete files.  
1.  
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.  
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu  
button to display the Camera Playback menu.  
2.  
Move the joystick up and down to select the Delete One  
or Delete All options.  
If you select Delete One, the playback screen appears again.  
Move the joystick up and down to locate the file you want to  
delete and press the center joystick button to confirm.  
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If you select Delete All, press the center joystick button to  
display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select X or and then  
press the center joystick button to delete.  
4.  
Press the Menu button again to exit the menu.  
z 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 camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.  
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu  
button to display the Camera Playback menu.  
2.  
Move the joystick up and down to select the Protect  
option. Then playback screen appears again. Press the  
joystick up and down to locate the file you want to  
protect and press the center joystick button to confirm. A  
lock  
icon is displayed to show that the file is  
protected.  
3
z Note:  
To unlock a file, repeat the above steps. The  
icon disappears when the file is unlocked.  
lock  
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4.4.3  
Slide show  
The camcorder includes a slide show function, which displays each  
image in turn with a regular interval between pictures.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.  
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu  
button to display the Camera Playback menu.  
Move the joystick up and down to select the Autoplay  
option and press the center joystick button. The images  
are displayed automatically.  
3.  
Press the Menu button to stop the slide show.  
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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 camcorder on and ensure it is in Camera mode.  
Press the Playback button and then press the Menu  
button to display the Camera Playback menu.  
Move the joystick up and down to highlight the DPOF  
option. Press the center joystick button to display the  
submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select X or . Press the  
center joystick button to confirm and then press the  
Menu button. A  
DPOF icon is displayed to show that  
the file is ordered to print.  
4.  
Press the Playback button again to exit the image.  
z 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 2.6.3 “Setting the Beep”.  
4.5.2  
Histogram Mode  
Use this function to display a histogram graph on LCD screen. This  
function can help you to capture a better photo/video clip.  
1.  
2.  
Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.  
Move the joystick up and down to highlight the  
Histogram option. Press the center joystick button to  
display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select Histogram or  
Off options. Press the center joystick button to confirm.  
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4.5.3  
Auto power off  
Use this function to switch the camcorder off automatically after a  
period of inactivity for power saving.  
1.  
2.  
Turn on the camcorder and switch to SET mode.  
Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Auto  
Power Off option. Press the center joystick button to  
display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select Off, 1 minute, or  
5 minutes. Press the center joystick button 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 camcorder and switch to SET mode.  
Move the joystick up and down to highlight the TV  
standard option. Press the center joystick button to  
display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select NTSC or PAL,  
and press the center joystick button 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 camcorder and switch to SET mode.  
Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Format  
option. Press the center joystick button to display the  
submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select X or , and press  
the center joystick button to confirm.  
4.  
The current media (memory card) 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 camcorder and switch to SET mode.  
Move the joystick up and down to highlight the Default  
option. Press the center joystick button to display the  
submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select X or , and press  
the center joystick button to confirm.  
4.5.7  
Language  
See section 2.6.2 “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 camcorder and switch to SET mode.  
Move the joystick up and down to highlight the  
Frequency option. Press the center joystick button to  
display the submenu.  
3.  
Move the joystick left and right to select 50 Hz or 60 Hz.  
Press the center joystick button to confirm.  
4.5.9  
Date/time  
See section 2.6.1 Setting the date and time”.  
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5 Installing the software and drivers  
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:  
4.  
5.  
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  
6.  
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  
General  
Imaging  
sensor  
1/2.5” CMOS 5.0 Megapixel sensor  
5.0 Megapixel  
Active pixels  
Storage media Internal: Built-in 32MB Flash Memory  
(For System Software Storage)  
External: SD Card (Up to SDHC 8GB  
Class6)  
Sensor  
Auto  
sensitivity  
Color effects Color/B&W/Sepia  
5X Optical zoom lens  
Wide: F/3.2, f=6.26mm  
Tele: F/6.8, f=30.75mm  
Lens  
Normal: 45cm ~ inf.  
Macro: 5cm ~ 45cm  
Focus range  
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General  
Video clips  
Format: H.264 (MOV)  
Resolution: QVGA(30fps), WVGA(60fps),  
720P(60fps), 1080P(30fps)  
EIS Function WVGA(60fps), 720p(60fps)  
Still image  
Zoom  
Formats: JPEG (DPOF, EXIF) ,  
Resolution: 3MP, 5MP, 8MP (Firmware  
interpolation)  
Camcorder: 5X Optical Zoom, 2X Digital  
Zoom (1080P), 4X Digital Zoom (others)  
Camera: 5X optical zoom, 4X digital  
zoom  
Still Image Playback: Digital Zoom Max.  
8X  
Audio Video Yes  
TFT Monitor 3.0” TFT (960 x 240 pixels)  
Mode: 0.5m ~ 1m  
Effective Range: On / Off  
LED Flash  
(Video)  
Effective Range: 1m ~ 1.5m  
Mode: Auto / Off / On  
Strobe  
(Camera)  
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General  
White balance Auto/Sunny/Cloudy/Tungsten/  
Fluorescent  
EV  
-2.0 EV~+2.0 EV  
compensation  
Self-timer  
Off, 5, 10 seconds  
PC interface  
USB 2.0 (high speed)  
TV out format NTSC/PAL/ Component Output  
Shutter  
1 ~ 1/ 2000 sec.  
Auto power  
off  
Off, 1 min., 5 min options.  
Li-Ion battery NP-120 battery  
Power supply  
Dimension  
Weight  
57 (W) x 70 (H) x 129 (D) mm  
Approx. 292+-5g (without batteries)  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Solution  
Cannot turn on The batteries are  
the camcorder. not inserted  
correctly.  
Insert the  
batteries  
correctly. (See  
The batteries  
have no power.  
Please charge  
the battery. (See  
battery.)  
The camera  
suddenly turns function was  
The auto power off  
Turn the power  
on again.  
off.  
enabled.  
Please charge the  
battery. (See 2.3  
battery.)  
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 battery  
indicator turns  
empty (without  
green bars), replace  
the battery  
memory.  
immediately.  
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The camera  
turns off when running out of  
capturing  
image using  
self-timer.  
The camera is  
Please charge  
the battery. (see  
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.  
All buttons are Short circuit  
occurred when  
Remove the  
batteries from  
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inactive.  
connecting the  
camera with  
other devices.  
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).  
DXG USA  
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