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    INSTRUCTION MANUAL Dual Camera VPC-WH1EX VPC-WH1 VPC-WH1GX Important note This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-WH1EX, VPC-WH1 and VPC-WH1GX. Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such. Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera.
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    if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, the equipment. Declaration of Conformity Model number: VPC-WH1 Trade Name: SANYO Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY Address: 21605 cause undesired operation. i English
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    world. Your SANYO product is designed equipment, batteries and accumulators chemical symbol means that the battery or accumulator contains a equipment, batteries and accumulators SANYO FISHER Sales (Europe) GmbH Stahlgruberring 4, D-81829 München, Germany SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. 1-1, Sanyo
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    data to a DVD, please read the "Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL". You may find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera operation in the sections "COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS" (page 146) and "TROUBLESHOOTING" (page 154). Symbols used in this manual HINT Points giving some extended
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    SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE Preparing the camera 1 Connect the AC adaptor to the camera. 1 Unlock the DC IN terminal cover. DC IN 5V 1 2 2 Open the DC IN terminal cover. AC adaptor To power outlet English iv
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    the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second to turn the camera on. h If the screen to set the date and time how to set the date and time, see page 34. 2 Record. To record a video clip: h Press the [ ] button to begin recording a video clip. h Press the [ ] button again to end the recording. To take a
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    to confirm that your camera is set up and ready to go i Sanyo declines any claim for compensation for recorded contents etc. in case of photographing or recording failure due to a chance camera or card flaw. . REC/PLAY button SET button Arrow keys HD-SHQ 10.2MB OK 100-0006 00:00:08 Orange frame
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    BACK AND SAVE 3 Press the SET button. h Playback begins. h Press the REC/PLAY button. When you are finished using the camera... Press the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second to turn the camera off. To continue to the next operation... Please
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    Software CD can be found on page 4 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL. Install application program 1 Set the supplied CD-ROM in your computer's DVD drive. h The installation window opens. 2 Click on [TotalMedia Extreme for SANYO]. h After clicking on the application program, follow the
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    SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE Open the card slot cover 1 With the card slot cover lock pushed toward the [UNLOCK] side... UNLOCK 1 2 2 Open the card slot cover ix English
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    files to the computer. 1 Use the supplied dedicated USB interface cable to connect your camera to the computer. 2 Turn on the camera. h The USB Connection Screen appears on the camera's monitor. USB CONNECTION COMPUTER PRINTER CANCEL CANCEL OK Supplied dedicated USB interface cable To USB
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    [page 12 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL]). h The drive name (E:) may be different on your computer. HINT i For information on how to copy all the camera's still image and video clip files at once, please see the support pages at the website below: http://www.sanyo-dsc.com/ xi English
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    Burn video clips onto a DVD (For Windows Vista users) Here's how to write your recorded data onto a DVD in the mpeg2 format. drive. 2 Double-click the [TotalMedia Extreme] icon on your desktop. h The TotalMedia Extreme application starts, and the startup page appears. [Create video] icon English xii
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    "Create DVD" window appears. [Video] button 4 Click the [Video] button in the "Insert" field. h The screen to select the video clip file to write to a DVD appears. h Click the file you wish to write to a DVD. h To select multiple files, keep the [Ctrl] key pressed while selecting files. xiii English
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    5 Click on the [Open] button. h The file(s) selected in step 4 and the DVD file capacity appear in the "Create DVD" window. [Design] tab English xiv
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    SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE 6 Click the [Design] tab. h The window appears to design the title menu for when the DVD is played back. h Select the desired design. [Preview/Produce] tab xv English
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    7 Click the [Preview/Produce] tab. h A warning regarding the image quality of the preview image appears. 8 Click the [OK] button. h The screen to begin burning to disk appears. [Burn] button 9 Double-click the [Burn] button. h The "save project" confirmation window appears. English xvi
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    your computer's capacity, it may take some time to burn a large file. h When burning is completed, the DVD is ejected from the DVD drive. xvii English
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    13 Click the [OK] button. 14 Click the [×] button to close the "Create DVD" window. h The TotalMedia Extreme top page appears. 15 Click the [×] button to close the startup page. h TotalMedia Extreme is exited. English xviii
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    . 5 Double-click the icon for the downloaded program. h Follow the instructions to activate the MPEG-2 Codec. h DVD burning via the TotalMedia Extreme /Canada Tel: +1-510-979-5599 Web: http://www.arcsoft.com/support/ Email support: http://www.arcsoft.com/public/ content_page.asp?pageID=83 Hours:
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    by ArcSoft Affiliates) (Adjusted for daylight savings time when applicable) Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish and Dutch China Tel: +86 (0) 571-88210575 Web: http://www.arcsoft.com.cn/support Email support: [email protected] Hours: M-F 8:30am-5:30pm (Beijing local time
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    was that? The convenient accessories not only let you immediately view images captured with the camera, but you can also upload images to your computer and create your original DVDs. Read the following explanations to find out how you can fully enjoy your camera's digital video feature. xxi English
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    in the rubber seal. i Make sure that the battery cover, card slot cover and DC IN terminal cover are completely and securely closed to prevent water from getting inside the camera and damaging it. i Please note that the camera accessories are not waterproof. k Cautions concerning use in water i The
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    is a fee for replacing the waterproof seal. k Other cautions i Do not subject the camera to severe jolts, as doing so may deform the battery cover, card slot cover, DC IN terminal cover, or the camera body, thus compromising its waterproof capability. If the camera has been subjected to a strong
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    cover (page 22), and the DC IN terminal cover (page 27) are closed. If a cover is open, water will get inside the camera and damage it. When closing the battery cover, card slot cover, and DC IN terminal cover, make sure that no foreign object such as sand, hair, dust, etc. is
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    used with this camera 13 What "card" means in this manual 13 GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA 14 Waterproof capability 14 High- BATTERY PACK 24 About recharging 30 About the temperature alert icon 30 TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF 31 Turning on the camera 31 Turning on the camera English
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    Using the flash 65 SHOOT A STILL IMAGE WHILE RECORDING A VIDEO CLIP ..........67 MACRO-PHOTOGRAPHY (ZOOM 69 AFTER USING THE CAMERA IN WATER 70 PLAYBACK PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS AND STILL IMAGES 71 How to save one frame from a video clip as a still image 73 SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK 74 PLAYBACK VOLUME
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    select setting 86 Filter setting 86 Self-timer setting 87 RECORDING MENU 2 88 Video stabilizer (motion compensation) setting 88 Focus range setting 89 Focus mode setting MENU 2 101 Correcting the image 101 Editing video clips 102 Printing instructions 111 FILE INFO DISPLAY 115 3 English
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    the remaining number of images and video recording time 134 For audio recordings 135 CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE 136 „ OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS CONNECTING TO A TV CONNECTING TO A TV 138 Connecting to a standard video input
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    TROUBLESHOOTING 154 Camera 154 Notes regarding the Scene Select feature and filters 162 SPECIFICATIONS 164 Camera 164 Camera connectors 168 Battery Li-ion battery pack 171 Others 172 Before capturing those important shots, be sure to first take a test shot to comfirm that your camera is set
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    Getting started shooting/recording • "VIDEO CLIP RECORDING" on page 62 page 60 For more accurate focus • "How to use the manual focus" (manual focus) on page 89 Set the focus to a narrow range "Video setting" on pages 48 and 82 • "Still image setting" on pages 48 and 85 Set the camera's
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    " pages 52 and 95 Measure the brightness of a specific area • "Light-measuring mode setting" on pages 50 and 90 Adjust the camera's sensitivity • "ISO sensitivity setting" pages 50 and 91 For a more precise exposure setting • "Exposure setting" (manual exposure control) on pages 52 and 93 Change
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    Playback Basic operation Convenient functions Additional functions Getting started viewing images • "PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS AND STILL IMAGES" on page 71 Adjust the speaker volume • "PLAYBACK VOLUME" pages 53 TV" on page 142 Set the TV system • "TV output setting" on pages 120 and 126 English 8
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    and join video clips • "Editing video clips" on pages 54 and 102 Specify the number of prints, index print, and date imprint • "Printing instructions" on pages 54 and 111 View the settings that were in effect when the image/audio files were recorded • "FILE INFO DISPLAY" on page 115 9 English
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    with this camera" on page 13 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Using as a webcam • "Using as a PC camera" on page 15 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Record an image of the computer screen • "SCREEN CAPTURE" on page 17 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL English 10
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    cable (page 7 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL): 1 i Li-ion battery pack (page 25): 1 i AC adaptor and power cord (page 27): 1 i Dedicated AV interface cable (page 139): 1 i Core (page 141): 1 For HDMI cable i Quick Guide i "SAFETY MANUAL" (safety precautions booklet) Please
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    How to use the accessories k Grip belt 2 1 4 3 English 12
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    for connecting to the HDMI terminal on the camera. i Lithium-ion Battery Charger VAR-L50 Battery charger for the supplied or separately sold lithium-ion battery pack (DB-L50A). i Lithium-ion Battery DB-L50 Same model as the supplied lithium-ion battery pack. i Float strap VCP-S06F When this buoyant
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    OUT OF YOUR CAMERA Your dual camera can record video clips in High Definition. It includes an operation mode that lets even novice shutterbugs record and play back without getting flustered, as well as software with which you can easily create your original DVDs. Waterproof capability The camera is
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    images with "High Definition" (pages 48, 59 and 82) Your camera can capture high definition (HD) 1280 × 720-pixel video clips. Also, the H.264/MPEG-4 AVC standard is used for formatting video files. You get both compact file size and high picture quality in one high-performance camera. 15 English
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    /playback modes: the "SIMPLE mode" for users new to the camera, and the "NORMAL mode" for full use of all the camera's many features and functions. Example: Select video and photo size SN EXIT OK RECORDING MENU1 1 2 3 VIDEO PHOTO HD-SHQ 2M SCENE SELECT 1 FILTER 2 FLASH 3 SELF-TIMER EXIT OK
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    Sharp face shots (pages 52 and 94) Your camera is equipped with a face recognition feature which detects the subject's face even when slightly lit from behind or in dim and brightness to compensate. Now those otherwise perfect photos that are marred by shadowed faces can be minimized. 17 English
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    Lots of accessories for optimal use of your captured images (pages 19, and page 4 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL) Use the accessory cables to view images on a TV or computer. Or connect the camera directly to a printer to make prints of your photos. And with the software in the supplied
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    You can connect the camera to various devices to expand its capabilities. Internet Dedicated USB interface cable Computer Printer Dedicated AV interface cable TV Mini HDMI cable (optional) Commercially available SD Memory Card i Card reader i DPOF-compatible printer i Photo shop 19 English
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    unit Grip belt holder Microphone Flash Microphone Bottom Battery cover lock Tripod stand hole Battery cover There are places in the camera where water might accumulate, but this will not affect its waterproof properties. To care for your camera after using in water, see page 70. English 20
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    cover lock [ ] button REC/PLAY button [ ] button Monitor i When the camera is set to the HD mode, black bars appear along the top and bottom borders of the monitor, and the screen display changes to the 16:9 aspect ratio. In the Instruction Manual, however, these black bars are not shown in the
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    Be sure to format a newly purchased card or one that was used in another device before using it in your camera (pages 122 and 133). If an unformatted card is used, the card itself may become unusable. 1 With the PUSH HERE UNLOCK PUSH HERE 4 Insert the card until it clicks into place English 22
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    slot cover is not closed or is not closed completely, the camera will no longer be waterproof. When closing the card slot cover, make sure that no foreign , images are recorded to and played back from the camera's internal memory. When the camera is turned on with no card installed, the internal
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    AC adaptor to charge the battery. Power to the camera can also be supplied from a power outlet when the AC adaptor is connected. 1 While pressing the small orange button on the battery cover lock, push the battery cover lock (1), and unlatch the battery cover lock (2). 1 Orange button 2 English 24
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    CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 2 Open the battery cover (3), and insert the battery pack (4). 3 4 3 Close the battery cover (1), and latch the battery cover lock (2). h Close the battery cover lock firmly until it is in the [LOCK] position. 1 2 25 English
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    SETUP h Raise the edge of the battery pack to remove it. English 26
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    CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 4 Use the power cord to connect the AC adaptor to a power outlet. h Charging begins. 1 Unlock the DC IN terminal cover. DC IN 5V 1 2 2 Open the DC IN terminal cover. AC adaptor To power outlet 27 English
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    . h The charging time is approx. 200 minutes. Multi-indicator CAUTION Close the battery cover and DC IN terminal cover securely i If any cover is not closed or is not closed completely, the camera will no longer be waterproof. When closing a cover, make sure that no foreign object such as sand
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    camera again, be sure to confirm that the camera settings are correct. Recharging when connected to the USB terminal (page 6 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL) i The battery can be recharged while the camera the USB hub. i If the camera is not going to be used for an extended period of
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    , a temperature alert icon \ will appear as described below. k When the battery or internal camera (excluding battery) temperature rises during use h During camera use, if the temperature of the battery or inside the camera (excluding the battery) rises, a \ icon lights on the monitor. It is still
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    /OFF button for at least 1 second. h If you press the REC/PLAY button for at least 1 second, the camera turns on in the playback mode. h If you briefly press the ON/OFF button, once, the camera will switch to the power save mode. Monitor unit ON/OFF button REC/PLAY button 31
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    battery pack power, the power save (sleep) function will automatically turn off the camera used to turn on the camera, the screen to set the operation sounds appears. i After the 1 hour, the camera will switch to the become active about 5 minutes after the camera is turned on (factory-preset setting). i
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    camera turns off. ON/OFF button HINT To immediately activate the power save mode i Press the ON/OFF button briefly to activate the power save function. About the standby mode i To turn off the camera only briefly, you can close the monitor unit to put the camera camera the camera is turned
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    HINT on page 36. Example: To set the clock to 7:30 p.m. on December 24, 2009 1 Turn on the camera (page 31), and press the SET button. h The Clock Set Screen appears. h Follow the procedures below to enable decrease the number. 4 Press the SET button. CLOCK SET DATE 2009/12/24 OK English 34
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    [I] to change the displayed date order as follows: Y/M/D→M/D/Y→D/M/Y CLOCK SET DISP Y / M / D OK Press [J] to change it in the reverse order. 4 Press the SET button. 35 English
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    to check that the date and time settings are still correct after replacing the battery pack and before shooting or recording of any type (follow step 1). To correct the date and time settings 1 Turn on the camera. 2 Display the Option Setting Menu 1 (page 116). 3 Select "CLOCK SET" and press the SET
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    recording) and the playback mode (for viewing your recorded images). 1 Turn on the camera (page 31). 2 Press the REC/PLAY button. h The mode changes. h The PLAY button is pressed. 2M 1031 HD-SHQ 00:55:58 REC/PLAY button 2009.12.24 20:58 HD-SHQ 10.2MB OK 100-0006
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    the mode that is suitable for your purposes. Switching between the SIMPLE and NORMAL modes 1 Turn on the camera (page 31). h The previous mode is active. 2 Press the MENU button. h The Menu Screen for switch to 2 simple menu 3 SN EXIT OK Operating mode icon English 38
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    SWITCHING THE OPERATING MODE Accessing/exiting the SIMPLE/NORMAL Mode Menu Screen 1 Set the camera to the recording or playback mode (page 37). 2 Select the desired operating mode (page 1 to switch to 2 simple menu 3 SN EXIT OK MENU button 39 English
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    change, and press the SET button. h The Setting Screen for the selected item appears. Press [I] Select an item to change Description of selected item Select video and photo size SN EXIT OK Press [J] Press the SET button To keep in HDTV size
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    the selected tab appears. 5 Press [H]. Tab Press [I] RECORDING MENU1 1 2 3 VIDEO PHOTO HD-SHQ 2M SCENE SELECT 1 FILTER 2 FLASH 3 SELF-TIMER S N EXIT OK Press [J] 41 English Press [H] RECORDING MENU1 1 2 3 VIDEO PHOTO SCENE SELECT HD-SHQ 2M 1 FILTER 2 FLASH 3 SELF-TIMER EXIT OK
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    [J] Press the SET button Select an item to change RECORDING MENU1 1 VIDEO 2 3 PHOTO SCENE SELECT HD-SHQ 2M 1 FILTER 2 FLASH 3 SELF-TIMER EXIT OK Applicable mode during video clip recording. : This setting is effective during still image shooting and video clip recording. English 42
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    SWITCHING THE OPERATING MODE Overview of the SIMPLE Mode Setting Screen SIMPLE Mode Recording Menu Select video and photo size 1 2 3 4 SN EXIT OK 5 43 English
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    still image size is 1600 × 1200 (4:3) pixels. i: The video clip size is 640 × 480 pixels, recorded at 30 frames/sec (page 65) h Specify how the flash will operate. 9: The camera detects the subject brightness and uses the flash only when necessary. battery power indication (page 136) English 44
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    SWITCHING THE OPERATING MODE SIMPLE Mode Playback Menu 1 2 3 Start slideshow OK 5 4 45 English
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    (page 74) h Specify the slideshow settings and play the slideshow. 2 Playback volume (page 75) h Adjust the volume for video clip and audio file playback. 3 Delete (page 76) h Delete files. 4 S N (page 38) h Set to the NORMAL mode. 5 Remaining battery power indication (page 136) SETUP English 46
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    SWITCHING THE OPERATING MODE Overview of the NORMAL Mode Setting Screen NORMAL Mode Recording Menu RECORDING MENU1 1 2 3 VIDEO PHOTO SCENE SELECT 1 FILTER 2 FLASH 3 SELF-TIMER EXIT OK HD-SHQ 1 2M 2 3 4 5 6 7 47 English
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    SETUP 1 Video clip settings (page 82) &: Record at 1280 filter W: Monochrome filter ,: Sepia filter 5 Flash k: The camera will detect the subject brightness and use the flash only when necessary ] or [ ] button is pressed. 7 Remaining battery power indication (page 136) English 48
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    SWITCHING THE OPERATING MODE 1 RECORDING MENU2 VIDEO STABILIZER 1 2 3 FOCUS 2 FOCUS MODE 3 1 EXP MEASURE 4 2 ISO 5 3 EXIT OK 6 49 English
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    19.69 in.) to infinity (normal). -: The focus can be set manually. +: The camera focuses on the subject within a range of 1 cm (0.39 in.) sensitivity (page 91) =: Sensitivity is set automatically (video clip recording: ISO 50 to 800; still image shooting battery power indication (page 136) English 50
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    SWITCHING THE OPERATING MODE 1 RECORDING MENU3 2 WHITE BALANCE 3 EXPOSURE FACE CHASER 1 HIGH SENSITIVITY 2 ZOOM 3 EXIT OK 1 P2 3 4 5 6 51 English
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    The exposure is set automatically. T: Set the shutter speed manually. g: Set the aperture manually. H: Set the aperture and shutter speed manually. 3 Face chaser (page 94) -: Enable face chaser. the still image setting is set to G or t. 6 Remaining battery power indication (page 136) English 52
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    5 EXIT OK 6 1 Slideshow (page 98) h Specify the slideshow settings and play the slideshow. 2 Playback volume (page 75) h Adjust the volume for video clip and audio file playback. 3 Protect (page 99) h File protect setting (delete prohibited) 4 Delete (page 76) h Delete files. 5 Rotate (page 100
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    h Edit video clips. 3 Printing instructions (page 111) h Specify the printing instructions (DPOF settings). 4 Select folder (page 80) h Select a folder to play back. 5 Copy h Copy files from the card to the internal memory, or vice versa. 6 Remaining battery power indication (page 136) English 54
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    camera is stable. Correct hold Incorrect hold Holding the camera A finger is blocking the lens or flash. Example 1: 1 Insert your hand in the grip belt. 2 Enfold the camera your hand in the grip belt from the top of the camera. 2 Enfold the camera in the palm of your hand to grip it. 3 Use your
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    become warm during use, but this does not indicate a malfunction. (In particular, the area indicated by gray in the figure may become hot.) i If the camera starts to feel uncomfortably hot during use, you might temporarily discontinue use until it cools down, or try holding it in your other hand for
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    the desired subject. i Subjects without vertical lines Use the focus-lock function to lock the focus while framing the subject vertically, then re-orient the camera to compose a horizontally framed image. 57 English
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    lock function to lock the focus on an object at the same distance as the desired subject, then reposition the camera to compose the picture. HINT i Still images can be rotated when they are played back (pages 53 and 100 , the image may appear to waver, but this is not a malfunction. English 58
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    press the SET button. To keep in HDTV size 2 2 HD HDTV size 2M [4:3] OK r: The video clip size is 1280 × 720 pixels, recorded at 30 frames/sec video clip size is 640 × 480 pixels, recorded at 30 frames/sec. The captured still image size is 1600 × 1200 (4:3) pixels. 2 Select the desired video
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    setting Select the focus range corresponding to the distance between the camera and the subject. 1 Display the SIMPLE Mode Recording Menu (page the subject within a range of 50 cm (19.69 in.) to infinity (normal). 8: The camera focuses on a subject within a range of 1 cm (0.39 in.) to 1.0 m (3.28
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    for recording video clips. For capturing still images, please use the [O] button. i The [R] button on the side of the camera can be disabled (page 124). i This instruction manual explains how to use the [R] button on the rear of the camera, but the side [R] button operation is the same. 61 English
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    SIMPLE/SHOOTING VIDEO CLIP RECORDING 1 Turn on the camera (page 31), and set it to the recording mode (page 37). 2 Press the [ ] button. h Recording begins. h It Press the [ ] button again to stop recording. [ ] button Recording time REC 00:00:09 5 Available recording time remaining English 62
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    SHOOTING SINGLE SHOTS Capture a still image (single-shot). 1 Turn on the camera (page 31), and set it to the recording mode (page 37). [ ] button 2 Press the [ ] button. 1 Press the [ on the monitor by keeping the [ ] button depressed when you capture the image. 1 2 2M 63 English Target mark
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    on the monitor. In this case, use a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting, or set the flash operation mode to automatic (pages 48 and 65). i When shooting with the scene select function set to the fireworks + mode, the camera shake icon always appears, but this is normal. English 64
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    button. h The screen to select the flash operation appears. Auto Flash automatically OK 9: The camera detects the subject brightness and uses the flash only when necessary. :: The flash operates with every completes the flash operation setting. 3 Press the [ ] button to take the picture. 65 English
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    shooting i The flash unit becomes very hot and may cause a burn. Avoid touching the flash unit when shooting. HINT i The flash cannot be used during video clip recording. i By assigning an operation shortcut to an arrow key (pages 120 and 124), you can change the flash mode from the Recording Screen
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    1 Turn on the camera (page 31), and set it to the recording mode (page 37). 2 Press the [ ] button. [ ] button [] button 3 When you see a scene you'd like to capture as a still image, press the [ ] button. 4 Press the [ ] button to end the video clip recording. 0.9M REC 00 : 00 : 09 67 English
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    video clip recording mode (page 82). If you intend to capture a still image while recording a video clip, it is suggested that you take note of the remaining video a still image captured during video clip recording depends on the video clip recording size. Video clip recording size setting Still
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    moving camera can cause camera shake, resulting in a distorted playback image. This phenomenon is due to the characteristics of the CMOS sensor and is not a malfunction. i It is recommended that you use a tripod to stabilize the camera when recording video clips at a high magnification. 69 English
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    camera, and close the battery cover and card slot cover securely. 2 Wash the camera with fresh water. h Fill a shallow basin with fresh water, and immerse the closed camera like to dry the camera. Exposing the camera to high temperatures may cause the camera and/or waterproof seal to become deformed.
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    PLAYBACK SIMPLE/PLAYBACK PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS AND STILL IMAGES 1 Set the camera to the playback mode (page 37). 2 button. h The image you selected in step 2 is displayed fullscreen. h If a video clip was selected, playback begins. Press [J]. Orange
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    SIMPLE/PLAYBACK Video clip playback operation To do this... Normal forward playback Stop playback Pause To play back one image at a time (singleframe step) 83). Although playback of these multiple files is continuous, there is a slight pause at the point where the files are joined. English 72
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    able to play back the video fast enough, making it appear jerky. (The video will always be displayed properly on the camera monitor or a television.) current playback point in the video clip. i Press the MENU button for about 1 second to cancel the bar. CAUTION During video clip playback, the sound
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    , and press the SET button. =: Play back all files. 3: Play back video clips and audio files. c: Play back still image files. SLIDESHOW ALL VIDEO PHOTO START 2 Select the type of file to play back, and press the settings can be changed from the NORMAL Mode Playback Menu (page 98). English 74
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    to the SIMPLE Mode Playback Menu. 4 VOLUME SETTING HINT The volume can be adjusted during playback i During video clip or audio file playback, if you push the zoom switch toward [T/]] or [W/P], the volume control bar Menu and press the SET button, the volume control bar appears. 75 English
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    single files. Please make sure that the displayed image is one you wish to delete. h Press [G] or [H] to confirm the files to delete. English 76
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    press the SET button. 2 Select "DELETE SELECTED", and press the SET button. h The screen to select files to delete appears. 2009.12.24 20:28 HD-SHQ 10.1MB / DELETE SET OK 100-0006 00:00:08 3 Select an image you wish to delete. h Use the arrow keys to move the
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    deleted. To delete protected files, set the protect setting for the files to off (pages 53 and 99), and then follow the file delete procedure. English 78
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    perform the file delete or file protect settings on the 21-image display. SET button Arrow keys 2009.12.26 14:25 100-0021 79 English
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    screen to select the playback folder appears. h If the zoom switch is pushed toward the [T/]] side, the camera changes to the 21-image display (page 79). SELECT FOLDER 100SANYO 101SANYO 102SANYO SET OK 3 Press [J] or the SET button, the screen to select the playback folder appears. English 80
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    MODES Magnifying (zooming in) the image 1 Display the image that you want to magnify. h For a video clip, pause playback at the place you want to magnify. 2 Push the zoom switch toward the [T/]] side image i Press the [ ] button. The magnified portion is saved as a new still image. 81 English
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    RECORDING MENU 1 Video setting You can record video clips in either the HD mode (16:9 horizontal to vertical aspect ratio) or the SD mode (4:3 aspect ratio). In addition, the higher the frame rate number, the MENU button is pressed. 2M 1007 Remaining time 61:36:26 NORMAL/SHOOTING English 82
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    [ still image. About files saved in segments i When the video setting is set to a voice memo < that exceeds about 13 once, and the recording continues in a new file. For other video settings, when the file size exceeds 4 GB, the recorded file is , but video clip or voice memo recording is temporarily interrupted
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    no audio is heard... i The audio is not played back when the audio recording is played back in the fast playback or fast reverse mode. English 84
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    used for shooting sequential shots. Sequential shots 1 Select l or t, and press the SET button. h The camera changes to the sequential shots mode. 2 Press the [ ] button. h Shooting begins. Shooting continues as long be used? i The flash does not operate when shooting sequential shots. 85 English
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    from various preset settings (aperture, shutter speed, etc.) for specific shooting conditions. HINT i To return to normal photography, view portrait / setting, use a tripod or other method to stabilize the camera. i In the sequential shots mode, it is not possible to select night 163. English 86
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    self-timer menu, and press the SET button. i The self-timer is automatically reset to off N after the power save mode is activated and the camera turned off. When x is selected... i When the [ ] button or [ ] button is pressed, the multi-indicator will blink for about 10 seconds, and then the image
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    during video clip recording. HINT If the motion compensation does not seem to be working... i Due to the mechanical characteristics of this function, it may not be possible for the camera is enabled, i The following icon is shown on the monitor: HD-SHQ 00:04:30 Image stabilizer icon English 88
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    button. h The focus distance is set, and you are returned to the Recording Screen. HD-SHQ 00:54:35 HINT About zoom movement when using the manual focus i If the focus distance is set to 1.5 m (4.92 ft.) or less, 124), you can change the focus range setting from the Recording Screen. 89 English
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    is selected, the light-measuring spot mark appears in the center of the monitor. 2M 1006 00:54:35 Light-measuring spot mark NORMAL/SHOOTING English 90
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    setting. HINT i At the = setting, the ISO sensitivity is set automatically (video clip recording: ISO 50 to 800; still image shooting: ISO 50 to CAUTION Does the image appear to flicker when recording a video clip? i If recording a video clip under fluorescent lights with the ISO sensitivity set to
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    camera automatically adjusts the white balance under most lighting conditions. However, if you want to specify the lighting conditions or change the overall tone of the image, the white balance can be manually set cancel the white balance setting i Select >, and then press the SET button. English 92
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    To prevent the effects of camera shake at slow shutter speeds, it is recommended to use a tripod or other method to stabilize the camera. i A slow shutter speed may be speed is set to slower than 1/29 sec., the shutter speed during video clip recording is 1/30 sec. i If the exposure setting is
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    when zooming in or out. i The face chaser function may not work when the subject's face in the monitor is relatively small or appears dark. English 94
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    and exposure compensation settings. CAUTION Limitations of the high sensitivity mode i When the shutter speed is reduced to create a bright image, video clip motion will appear uneven during playback. i When shooting in a dark environment, the autofocus and auto exposure may not function effectively
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    . h The exposure compensation bar is canceled when the MENU button or the SET button is pressed. 2M 1006 00:54:35 Pointer Exposure compensation bar English 96
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    RECORDING MENU 3 HINT The exposure compensation setting is canceled in the following cases: i When the pointer is set to the center position. i When the camera is set to the playback mode. i After the power is turned off. i When the camera is set to the standby mode. 97 English
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    slideshow 1 Select "START" and press the SET button. h Slideshow playback begins. h To stop slideshow playback, press the SET button or MENU button. HINT BGM for video clips? i When video clips are played back in a slideshow, the recorded audio track is played back; the BGM is not played
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    the protect mode for a file... i Display the desired file and repeat steps 1 to 4. The protect mark B will disappear and the protect mode is canceled. 99 English
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    mode has been enabled cannot be rotated. To rotate a protected image, cancel the protect mode before beginning the rotate image procedure (pages 53 and 99). English 100
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    images to make the eyes appear more natural, enhance the contrast, or correct a blurry image due to camera shake. HINT If the "Contrast correction not successful", "Red-eye correction not successful" or "Blur correction the computer changes to the date and time the image was revised. 101 English
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    the specified portion. [Two ways to cut the video clip] i Trim away portions A and C, and save portion B. i Delete portion B, and join portions A and C. i The original video clip is not affected. (You can also choose to erase the original video clip when the new clip is saved.) English 102
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    video clips. i The video clips are joined. i The original video clips are not affected. (You can also choose to erase the original video clips when the new clip is saved.) CAUTION Caution when editing video clips i When editing video images changes to the date that the files are saved. 103 English
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    clip from which you wish to extract a segment. 2 Display the NORMAL Mode Playback Menu (page 39), select "EDIT VIDEO", and press the SET button. EDIT VIDEO CUT JOIN SET OK 3 Select "CUT" and press the SET button. h The Cutting Screen appears. Start point CUT 00:00:05 / SAVE NORMAL/PLAYBACK
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    start point of the extract. This will be the first frame of the extract. h If the start point of the video clip is also the start point of the extract, proceed to step 5. Play: After pausing playback, press , press [H] to move forward one frame, or [G] to move back one frame. 105 English
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    edited video clip will be saved as a new file. The original video clip remains unchanged. OVERWRITE: The original video clip will be deleted. Only the edited video clip will be saved. REVIEW CLIP: Play back the edited video clip before saving it. CUT SAVE AS NEW OVERWRITE REVIEW CLIP SETOK English
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    problems caused by the battery pack becoming depleted in the middle of video clip editing, before starting to edit be sure that a sufficiently charged battery pack is installed in the camera, or connect the AC adaptor. i It is recommended that a computer be used to edit long video clips. 107 English
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    . h The specified video clip is labeled with a number. h Up to 9 video clips can be selected. h To cancel a selection and remove the number label from a video clip, select the video clip and press the SET button. Number 1 2009.12.24 20:53 100-0003 HD-SHQ 00:00:05 00:00:05 / SAVE SETOK English 108
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    joined video clip will be saved. REVIEW CLIP: Play back the joined video clip before saving it. CUT SAVE AS NEW OVERWRITE REVIEW CLIP SET OK 5 Select the desired option, and press the SET button. h Editing starts. h When editing ends, you are returned to the NORMAL Mode Playback Menu. 109 English
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    problems caused by the battery pack becoming depleted in the middle of video clip editing, before starting to edit be sure that a sufficiently charged battery pack is installed in the camera, or connect the AC adaptor. i It is recommended that a computer be used to edit long video clips. English
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    at shops offering digital print services. Moreover, this camera is DPOF-compatible, so you can use the camera to specify the number of prints, whether or not the date is displayed on the print, and also to request an index print. Display the Printing Instructions Screen 1 Display the NORMAL Mode
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    printer or have the digital print service shop print out a still image from a video clip, you must first save it (extract still) as a still image (page 73). About the DPOF format i DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a print order format. You can connect your camera to a DPOF-compatible printer to
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    currently active for the displayed image are shown. You can press [G] or [H] to confirm the printing instructions for each image. ALL IMAGES 0 copy COPIES SET OK 1 DATE Printing instructions ALL IMAGES : 2009/12/24 : 2 copy COPIES SET OK 2 DATE 113 English
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    print quantities and dated prints are stored. h The display returns to the Printing Instructions Screen. HINT Can't specify dated prints? i Dated prints are not possible for photos that were captured before the camera's date and time setting was completed. Index print Printing out many small images
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    with your camera. 1 Display the desired file on the camera monitor. Video or audio recording time 6 Exposure compensation setting 7 Aperture value 8 Shutter speed 9 Remaining battery HD-SHQ 3 1 1280x720 30fps SHQ 11.9MB 4 MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 00:00:03 5 EXPOSE +0.3 6 2009.12.25 19:30 9 0
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    SETTING MENU The camera settings are executed via the Option Setting Menu. 1 Turn on the camera, set it to the NORMAL mode, and press the MENU button. RECORDING MENU1 1 2 3 VIDEO PHOTO HD-SHQ 2M SCENE SELECT h To return to the Menu Screen, press the MENU button. OPTION SETTINGS English 116
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    INTRODUCTION TO THE OPTION SETTING MENU Tab 1 OPTION MENU1 1 2 3 CLOCK SET INFO DISPLAY 1 2 STARTUP DISPLAY 3 1 OPERATION BEEP 4 2 POST VIEW 5 3 REC FOLDER 6 EXIT SET OK 7 117 English
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    the recording mode. DATE & TIME: The camera's date and time setting is shown. Xacti: The Xacti logo is shown. DOLPHIN: An animated character (dolphin) is shown. OFF: No startup display. 4 OPERATION BEEP setting h Settings for the camera's operation sounds, audio guide and volume. TURN ON/OFF: Mute
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    INTRODUCTION TO THE OPTION SETTING MENU Tab 2 OPTION MENU2 1 2 3 SHORTCUTS NOISE REDUCTION 1 2 1 IMAGE SETTINGS BRIGHTNESS 3 4 2 LANGUAGE 5 3 TV OUTPUT 6 EXIT SET OK 7 119 English
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    during video clip/audio recording. 3 Image quality setting h Set the vividness and sharpness of the images. 4 BRIGHTNESS setting h Adjust the brightness of the camera's monitor display. 5 LANGUAGE setting 6 TV OUTPUT setting (page 126) 7 Remaining battery charge display (page 136) English 120
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    INTRODUCTION TO THE OPTION SETTING MENU Tab 3 OPTION MENU3 1 2 3 POWER SAVE FILE NO. CONT'D 1 2 1 2 FORMAT RESET SETTINGS 3 4 3 E X I T SET O K 5 121 English
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    . CONT'D setting (page 131) 3 FORMAT (page 133) 4 RESET SETTINGS h Reset the camera settings to the factory-preset settings. h The following settings do not change with this procedure: Date and time setting Language setting TV system setting 5 Remaining battery charge display (page 136) English 122
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    a new one created... i A folder cannot be selected if it was created using a different device, or if it already contains the maximum number of files. 123 English
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    keys when they are pressed while the Recording Screen is active. In addition, the video clip recording button on the side of the camera ([R] button) can be enabled. 1 Select "SHORTCUTS", and press the SET button. on/off. O SEQUENTIAL: Switch between sequential shots and single shots. English 124
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    MENU REC: OFF: Enable the video clip recording button on the side of the camera ([R] button). Disable the video clip recording button on the side of the camera ([R] button). 3 Press [J] or [I]. h button, and the screen to confirm the shortcut settings appears. SHORTCUTS 125 English
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    TV output setting Specify the type of image signal that is output from your camera's USB/AV terminal or HDMI terminal. 1 Select "TV OUTPUT", and press the SET button. TV SYSTEM: Set the . TV OUTPUT TV SYSTEM TV TYPE HDMI HDMI-CEC COMPONENT NTSC 16:9 720P OFF 720P OK OPTION SETTINGS English 126
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    TV is equipped with a 480p connector.) h Does not work with 480i connector. h Select the setting that matches the mode in which the video clip was recorded. However, your TV may not support the recorded mode, so please refer to the specifications for the TV type indicated in parentheses. 127 English
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    turn the camera ON. In addition, in the playback mode, the camera's power save function is disabled. i For information concerning connecting and operation, please see your TV's instruction manual. (As of May 2008, SANYO TVs that incorporate the HDMI-CEC function have not been released.) English 128
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    MENU Relation between "TV TYPE" setting and TV display The tables below show the video signal that is output when the "TV TYPE" setting is changed. However, note Image file to be displayed TV display Still image (4:3) 4:3 4:3 Video clip in SD mode Video clip in HD mode 129 English
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    displayed Still image (4:3) TV display 16:9 16:9 Video clip in SD mode Video clip in HD mode CAUTION If the TV display is not correct camera's "TV TYPE" setting, or change the screen size setting on your TV. To change the screen size setting on your TV, please refer to the instruction manual
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    with another card, the consecutive numbering of file names continues from the last number recorded by the camera. File name (image number) Card A 0001, 0002 ...... 0001, 0002 ...... 0012, 0013 Replace card Card B 0014, 0015 ....... 0025, 0026 131 English
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    ", consecutive file names are assigned. It is recommended that the file number continued function be returned to "OFF" at the end of each photography session. English 132
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    computer or another digital camera. The card cannot be the power to the camera or eject the card during erased from the card using the camera or a computer, the card's control for that purpose. However, if the camera is used to execute a full format, that you use the camera's full format function to
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    For a table showing the maximum number of images and recording time for specific cards, please see "Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/Possible on page 169. Checking the remaining number of images and video recording time 1 Set the camera to the recording mode (page 37). h The remaining
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    camera to the audio recording mode (page 82). h The remaining audio recording time is shown. 2M 1031 Remaining time 63:06:25 HINT i When the remaining number of images or the remaining video the remaining number of images or the remaining video recording time is "0", it may be possible to capture
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    only be used as a general approximation of the remaining charge. RECORDING MENU1 1 2 3 VIDEO PHOTO HD-SHQ 2M SCENE SELECT 1 FILTER 2 FLASH 3 SELF-TIMER EXIT SET OK Battery pack remaining charge indicator 710 00:13:56 60min Remaining battery time indication OPTION SETTINGS English 136
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    "Battery depleted" [ ] button is pressed, images cannot be captured. Recharge the battery pack. h The approximate remaining battery battery pack charge on the Information Screen (page 115). i Battery life may differ even among battery packs of the same type. i Depending on the usage of the camera
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    mode Dedicated AV Camera monitor NTSC: m PAL: m m m interface cable TV NTSC: m PAL: n n m Dedicated Camera monitor m m m component cable TV m n m Camera monitor m m m HDMI cable TV m n m m: Images are output n: Images are not output CONNECTING TO A TV English 138
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    CONNECTING TO A TV Connecting to a standard video input terminal Supplied dedicated AV interface cable Yellow plug: To Video Input terminal To USB/AV terminal White plug: To Audio Input (L) terminal Red plug: To Audio Input (R) terminal Set the input to "VIDEO". 139 English
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    terminal, you can enjoy the high video quality of component output from your camera. Dedicated component cable (optional) White VIDEO". To 480p/720p input terminals CAUTION If your TV does not have 480p/720p video input capability i The images will not appear on the TV. CONNECTING TO A TV English
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    terminal Mini HDMI cable (optional) To HDMI terminal To HDMI terminal on the TV To reduce spurious radiation i Please affix the core (included) Set the input to "HDMI". Core HINT i HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
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    to adjust the volume.) i The playback method is the same as when viewing images on the camera's monitor. CAUTION Insert and pull out the cable carefully i When connecting the cables, make sure Do not use excessive force when connecting and disconnecting cables. English 142 CONNECTING TO A TV
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    CONNECTING TO A PRINTER CONNECTING TO A PRINTER PRINTING Your camera supports the PictBridge function. By connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge-enabled printer, the camera's monitor can be used to select images and initiate printing (PictBridge printing). 1 Open the monitor unit to turn on
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    the SET button. 4 The PictBridge printing mode is activated. h The camera switches to the PictBridge printing mode, and the PictBridge Menu Screen appears. SETTINGS: Print images according to settings specified by the camera, such as paper size, type, size, layout, printing quality, etc. CONNECTING TO
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    , disconnect the USB interface cable, turn off the camera, and then reconnect the cable. i During PictBridge printing, the camera's button operation response is slower. i If the camera is powered by the battery pack for printing, make sure that the remaining battery charge is sufficient. 145 English
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    is not effective, consult your dealer. Use the supplied AC adaptor, or replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. Not a malfunction. Wait until the multiindicator turns off. Not a malfunction. Capture the image; the camera will determine when the flash is necessary. APPENDICES English 146
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    except the self-timer and the exposure compensation are retained even after the camera is turned off. Select the resolution setting according to the intended use. G, t: For printing standard photo (photo service) sizes. k, l, ,, [: For photos displayed on a web page, or sent as email attachments
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    image sensor and may produce a coarser image. Set the scene select function to the landscape + mode when photographing. Or, set the focus range setting to manual focus -, and set the distance to ∞. APPENDICES English 148
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    traces as it moves? Why does the displayed image contain some red, blue and green dots, or why are black spots visible? Why is the for a bright subject, for example, by changing the shooting angle. Hold the camera correctly and slowly press the [ ] button halfway to lock the focus. Then press
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    is the playback image distorted? Answer This may happen when trying to play back images stored on a card from a different digital camera. If the subject moves or the camera is moved during recording, a distorted image may sometimes occur. Action Play back images that were recorded on a card using
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    during video clip problem with the printer. Action Not a malfunction. Not a malfunction. We cannot guarantee the accurate playback of files that have been edited using a computer. Not a malfunction. Adjust the volume on the TV. Please refer to the instruction manual for your printer. 151 English
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    TV or radio during battery recharging? Why does the "Card full" message appear? Why does the "Card is protected" message appear? Why can't the camera be operated? A problem such as inability to record or play back occurs. Answer You have attempted to join video clips having different resolutions
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    near you for advice. Check the following items: 1 Remove the card and then install it again. 2 Remove the battery pack and then install it again. 3 Install a different card. If "System error" still appears after performing the above steps, then take the camera to the dealer for service. 153 English
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    TROUBLESHOOTING Before taking your camera to the repair shop, check the following table for a possible solution to the problem. Camera Power Problem No power. A blinking temperature alert icon is \ shown, and the camera does not turn on. The camera turns off by itself. Cause Action The
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    number of images that can be captured or the maximum video clip recording time has been reached. The flash off mode is selected. The battery pack is dead. Action If the power save function was activated, turn on the camera before shooting. If the camera was turned off, press the ON/ OFF button to
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    Shooting Problem The digital The camera's internal temperature is high. Action Set the zoom setting to Q. Recharge the battery pack, or replace with a fully charged battery wait for the camera to cool down before using it again. Reference page 52, 69 24, 27 69 50, 91 30 APPENDICES English 156
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    TROUBLESHOOTING Monitor Problem No playback image appears. The image is too dark. Viewing images Cause The camera is not set to the playback mode. The flash was blocked by a finger or other object. The mode. Adjust the ISO sensitivity setting. 55 167 48, 65 96 50, 90 50, 91 157 English
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    Problem The image is too bright. The image is not in focus. Viewing images Cause The forced flash mode is selected. The subject was too bright. The ISO sensitivity setting is incorrect. The subject is too close to the camera. The focus setting is not correct. The camera Hold the camera correctly and
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    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem The is no file in the installed card. The playback volume setting on the camera is too low. The TV output setting is not correct. Action Capture flash mode. Set the white balance setting correctly. Hold the camera correctly, and make sure the lens is not obstructed. Play
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    The protect mode is set. Follow the instructions to make the connection correctly. Set the input on the TV to "VIDEO" or "HDMI". Not a malfunction. Cancel the protect mode. Reference page 139 to 142 - 53, 99 The camera is Turn off the turned on. camera. 24 You have attempted to delete a file
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    TROUBLESHOOTING Misc. Problem The audio guide does not sound. The recording capacity is less than that indicated in the section "Possible No. of Images/ Possible Shooting Time/ Possible Recording Time" (page 169). The battery pack appears to be swollen. Cause The audio guide setting is set to "
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    : Fixed at l. ISO sensitivity: Fixed at =. Face chaser: Fixed at "OFF". Exposure: Fixed at @. Still image setting: When sequential shots is active, changes to 1. APPENDICES English 162
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    TROUBLESHOOTING Setting Lamp* Q Remarks Focus range: Fixed at *. Flash: Fixed at l. Still image NR: Fixed at "OFF". Exposure: Fixed at @. Still image setting: When if you set the focus range to + or -, it changes to * when the scene select function is set to any setting other than =. 163 English
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    Memory Card) Image sensor/ camera effective number of pixels 1/6-inch (0.4 cm) CMOS sensor Still images: Approx. 1.1 million pixels Videos (HD mode): Approx. 970,000 pixels Videos (SD mode): Approx. 1.1 million pixels * Video clip files recorded with models VPC-CA65 and VPC-CG65 are in the same
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    pixels, sequential shots) HD mode &: 1280 × 720 pixels, 30 fps (30p) SD mode (: 640 × 480 pixels, 60 fps (60p) ): 640 × 480 pixels, 30 fps (30p) h The 60 fps frame rate of this camera is 59.94 fps, and the 30 fps frame rate is 29.97 fps. Full-auto TTL, manual setting possible Focal length
  • Sanyo VPC-WH1BL | User Manual - Page 191
    set to the lamp Q high sensitivity mode) Still image shooting (standard output sensitivity*)/ video clip recording mode: Auto (video clip recording: ISO 50 to 800; still image shooting: ISO 50 to 200)/ high sensitivity or lamp mode) Video: Electronic Still image: Electronic APPENDICES English 166
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    video clip recording mode: continuous focus), manual Sanyo) Can be submerged at a maximum depth of 3.0 m (9.84 ft.), for up to 60 minutes. Power supply Battery pack Li-ion battery camera only [without battery pack and card]) Approx. 354 g (12.5 oz.) (including battery pack and card) 167 English
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    from the Option Setting Menu) USB USB 2.0 High Speed PC camera: USB video class Battery life Shooting Still image shooting mode Approx. 470 images: CIPA standard (when a SanDisk 2 GB SD Memory Card is used) Video clip recording mode Approx. 200 minutes: Recorded in & mode Playback
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    SPECIFICATIONS Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/ Possible Recording Time Shooting/ recording mode Resolution setting t k Still image , mode [ t l & Video . In the video clip recording mode but video video or audio recording time will differ depending on the card type,
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    , or be off, depending on the different camera operations. Color Multi-indicator status Camera status Multi-indicator Green Lit Flashing Connected to a computer or printer Power save mode active Orange Lit Connected to a TV Lit Charging Battery charge Slow error or rise in internal
  • Sanyo VPC-WH1BL | User Manual - Page 196
    °F) (storage) 20 to 80% (no condensation) 48.0 (W) × 77.0 (D) × 28.5 (H) mm 1.89 (W) × 3.03 (D) × 1.12 (H) in. Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz.) VPC-WH1 AC 125 V, 7 A Power cord rated value VPCWH1EX VPCWH1GX AC 250 V, 2.5 A Differs depending on the country i When using the supplied AC adaptor abroad, the
  • Sanyo VPC-WH1BL | User Manual - Page 197
    is a trademark of FotoNation® Inc. Red Eye software© 2003-2005 FotoNation In Camera Red Eye - covered by U.S. Patent No. 6,407,777. Other patents Pending. in this manual are for explanation purposes and may differ slightly from that of the actual product. Also, actual specifications are subject to
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    up and ready to go i Sanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any problems resulting from the use of this camera. i Sanyo Electric declines all responsibility for damages due to improper use of the camera, failure to adhere to the instructions given in this manual, or repairs or changes done
  • Sanyo VPC-WH1BL | User Manual - Page 199
    camera employs an autofocus function. When you snap a picture using the autofocus, the camera if camera focuses the subject once, if the distance between the camera and camera is set to the correct focus mode for your subject. 2 Hold the camera , and holding the camera steady, gently continue
  • Sanyo VPC-WH1BL | User Manual - Page 200
    the camera and camera's autofocus works by determining the distance between the camera manual focus mode, you manually set the focus by specifying the correct distance between the camera camera's focus mode to the manual focus. Set the focus distance to the correct distance between the camera manual
  • Sanyo VPC-WH1BL | User Manual - Page 201
    Photographing moving subjects (sports mode a) Points: i Match the camera's movement with that of the subject. i Set the zoom re holding the camera correctly. Keep the subject in the lens at all times, moving the camera with him while just your arms-with the camera while shooting. i Blurred images
  • Sanyo VPC-WH1BL | User Manual - Page 202
    close to your body and making sure the camera is stable. Taking care to stabilize the camera will increase the likelihood of getting a clear photo. i Don't forget to pay attention to picture composition; note perspective and be aware of how the placement of objects affects the scene. 177 English
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VPC-WH1EX
VPC-WH1
VPC-WH1GX
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Dual Camera
Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera.
Make sure to read and understand the separate booklet “SAFETY MANUAL”.
Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference.
Important note
This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-WH1EX, VPC-WH1 and
VPC-WH1GX.
Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such.