RCA EZ300HD Quick Start - EZ300HD - Page 2

Managing videos on your computer Windows computer requirements • Intel Pentium 4, 2.4 GHz or better with at least 1 GB of RAM (2 GB recommended) • Microsoft Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista™ • SVGA or better display monitor • Sound Card • Video card with 64 MB RAM (128 MB recommended) and display settings set at a screen resolution of 800x600 or higher • Windows Media Player 9 or later* * Available for free download at www.microsoft.com Connecting to a PC 1. Extend the USB Connector ARM. • Refer to "USB Connector ARM" for more information. 2. Align the USB Connector ARM to USB jack of computer and insert. • Please use the supplied USB Extender Cable if the USB Connector ARM of the camcorder is obstructed or space does not permit direct connection to PC. • Camcorder will not record when it is connected to computer. 3. The first time you connect the camcorder to a PC, the RCA application will start installation automatically. Follow the instructions on screen for installation. • If the installation does not start automatically, open My Computer and double-click the SmallWonder icon. Double-click rcasw_setup to start the installation. • The installation sequence will only appear the first time you connect your camcorder to a PC. Each subsequent time you connect the camcorder to that PC, the RCA Memory Manager application should open automatically. 4. The SD card (if installed) and the internal memory of the camcorder are recognized as two separate memory devices when connected to a PC. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Save To save all videos: • From the View videos tab, click the SELECT button in the upper right corner to check all videos and then click the SAVE button. To save selected videos: • From the View videos tab, click the checkbox next to the video(s) you wish to save then click the SAVE button in the upper right corner. • All videos will be saved to the default location: My Documents\My Videos\RCA Small Wonder\Saved Videos\"Category". (Category refers to the genre or category you assigned to the video in the Video Details screen.) If no category was assigned, the video will be saved under the default locations, ...\Default. • You can add descriptive information about your videos by clicking the Video Details option found on the single view mode under the View videos tab. Delete Deleting can be done in both the View and Share videos tabs. 1. Select the video(s) to be deleted by clicking on the checkbox next to the video(s). 2. Click the DELETE button (trash icon) located near the upper right corner. • In the Share videos tab, you must first select Email Videos or Upload Videos before following the steps above to delete videos. Playback • While in the View videos tab, double-click any preview image, thumbnail or file name (depending on the viewing mode) to launch the video in larger single view mode. Email 1. Click the Share videos tab. 2. Select Email Videos. 3. Select the video(s) you wish to email by clicking on the checkbox next to the video(s) you wish to send. 4. Click the EMAIL button. • Videos will be automatically compressed into a more email friendly WMV format and size for sending. If you have a lengthy recording of 5MB or larger file, you may wish to use the Upload feature instead. Upload Uploading is another way to share larger videos/files or to share a video with someone using dial-up modem connection. 1. Click the Share videos tab. 2. Select Upload Videos from either YouTubeTM or Box.net 3. Login to the online account provided by YouTube or Box.net. (Registration is free) 4. Select the video you wish to upload by clicking on the button next to it. 5. Click the Upload Video button. • Optional: Enter the email address of anyone you wish to notify of the video. An email containing a hyperlink to view the video online will be sent to them. No registration is required to view the video. • Videos will be compressed into a more web friendly WMV format and size for uploading. The maximum size for a single upload is 35 MB. Edit Trim your video clips to include only the best footage. Better yet, trim several video clips and then join them together into one movie. 1. Click the Edit videos tab. 2. Click and drag the desired video(s) from the thumbnail collection to the Stage at the bottom of the page. 3. Click on a video in the Stage to load it into the edit window to the right. 4. Use the markers to set the new Start and End points of the video clip. 5. Repeat this with any or all videos in the Stage until completed. 6. You may rearrange the order of the videos in the Stage by clicking and dragging them left or right. 7. Click on the Save button to save the new movie. • The original video clips will remain untouched in their current location. The new movie will be saved to My Documents\My Videos\ RCA Small Wonder\Edited Movies directory. For more detailed instructions on using RCA Memory Manager, please refer to the help section in the software. Battery charger Charging the battery • Please charge the battery for at least 3 hours before first use. • Insert the plug and battery into the charger as illustrated and then connect the plug to an electricity supply (100 - 240V, Battery 50/60Hz). • The indicator on the charger is red during charging. Charging is Plug completed when the indicator turns green. Charger Important battery information Warning: Your product contains a battery and charging system which is designed to work in temperatures that do not exceed 50°C (122°F). Leaving this product in a closed automobile or the trunk of an automobile where temperatures may exceed 50°C may result in permanent battery damage, fire, or explosion. Please remove your product from the automobile when you exit, do not place your product in the trunk of your automobile, and do not leave your product in any location where temperatures may exceed 50°C. Important Battery Precautions • CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. • Any battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, or chemical burn if abused. Do not try to charge a battery that is not intended to be recharged, do not incinerate, and do not puncture. • Please help to protect the environment by recycling or disposing of batteries according to federal, state, and local regulations. To minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or chemical burn, observe the following precautions: • Do not use an unauthorized battery. Use only the rechargeable battery that came with your product. • Do not use unauthorized chargers or power adapters. Use only chargers that came with your product. • Do not attempt to open the rechargeable battery or battery pack. There are no user serviceable parts inside. • Do not leave in a hot automobile or in temperatures exceeding 50°C (122°F). Use only the specific chargers which were packaged with the product. Use of another charger may present a risk of fire or explosion. Rechargeable battery recycling information (RBRC) The RBRC seal on the rechargeable battery used in this product indicates that we are participating in a program to collect and recycle the rechargeable battery. For more information, go to the RBRC web site at www.rbrc.org, or call 1-800-8-BATTERY, or contact a local recycling center. For customer service and technical support Web: www.rcaaudiovideo.com FCC Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this product. Manufacturer/ Responsible party Audiovox Electronics Corp, 150 Marcus Blvd, Hauppauge, NY 11788 1-877-932-2269 For Your Records In the event that service should be required, you may need both the model number and the serial number. In the space below, record the date and place of purchase, and the serial number: Model No. Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Serial No. Service Information This product should be serviced only by those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques. For instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the warranty included in this Guide. Technical Specification Product: Digital Camera Recorder Brand: RCA Model: EZ300HD Electrical Consumption: 3.7V Lithium battery RCA EZ300HD-A The descriptions and characteristics in this owner's manual are for the purpose of general reference only and not as a guarantee. In order to provide you with the highest quality product, we may make changes or modifications without prior notice. The English version serves as the final reference on all product and operational details should any discrepancies arise in other languages. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Audiovox Electronics Corp. 150 Marcus Blvd, Hauppauge, NY 11788 www.rcaaudiovideo.com © 2008 Audiovox Electronics Corp. Trademark Registered Marca Registrada Marque Deposée Warranty information 12 Month Limited Warranty Applies to RCA Audio/Video Products • AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORP. (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor. • To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to the Company at the address shown below. • This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to correction of antenna problems, loss/ interruptions of broadcast or internet service, to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of product, to corruptions caused by computer viruses, spyware or other malware, to loss of media, files, data or content, or to damage to tapes, discs, removable memory devices or cards, speakers, accessories, computers, computer peripherals, other media players, home networks or vehicle electrical systems. • This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the Company, has suffered or been damaged through alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/bar code label(s). THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT. • This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 24 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY. No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product. • Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. How to make a warranty claim: • If your product is capable of storing content (such as an mp3 player, digital voice recorder, etc), it is recommended to make periodic backup copies of content stored on the product. If applicable, before shipping a product, make a back up copy of content or data stored on the device. Also, it is advisable to remove any personal content which you would not want exposed to others. IT IS LIKELY THAT CONTENTS AND DATA ON THE DEVICE WILL BE LOST DURING SERVICE AND REFORMATTING. AUDIOVOX ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY FOR LOST CONTENT OR DATA, OR FOR THE SECURITY OF ANY PERSONAL CONTENT OR DATA ON THE RETURNED DEVICE. Product will be returned with factory default settings, and without any pre-loaded content which may have been installed in the originally purchased products. Consumer will be responsible for reloading data and content. Consumer will be responsible to restore any personal preference settings. • Properly pack your unit. Include any remotes, memory cards, cables, etc. which were originally provided with the product. However DO NOT return any removable batteries, even if batteries were included with the original purchase. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials. • Include evidence of purchase date such as the bill of sale. Also print your name and address and a description of the defect. Send via standard UPS or its equivalent to: Audiovox Electronics Corp., Attn: Service Department., 150 Marcus Blvd., Hauppauge N.Y. 11788 1-800-645-4994 • Insure your shipment for loss or damage. Audiovox accepts no liability in case of damage or loss en route to Audiovox. • Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by the warranty. • A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid. What we will do: Provide you with a new, or at our option, a refurbished unit. The exchange unit is under warranty for the remainder of the original product's warranty period. For Canada Customers, please ship to: Audiovox Return Centre, c/o Genco, 6685 Kennedy Road, Unit#3, Door 16, Mississuaga, Ontario, L5T 3A5