Coby SNAPP CAM4000 User manual

EN Instruction Manual........................................................Page 2
ES Manual de la instrucción ..............................................Page 38
FR Manuel d’instruction ...................................................Page 78
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CAM4000
Mini Digital Camcorder
Mini Videocámara Digital
Mini Caméscope Numérique

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Table of Contents
PACKAGE CONTENTS ...........................................4
OVERVIEW .............................................................5
Unit Overview................................................................... 5
Display Overview ............................................................ 6
GETTING STARTED .................................................8
Installing the Batteries .................................................... 8
Inserting a Memory Card............................................... 9
BASIC OPERATION..............................................10
Turning the Digital Video Camera On/Off ......................... 10
Camera Modes ...................................................................... 10
Video Mode ................................................................... 10
Photo Mode ....................................................................12
PLAYBACK............................................................15
Video Playback .......................................................................15
Image Playback......................................................................15
Thumbnail View ..............................................................16
Additional Image Playback Options ..........................16
MENU OPTIONS...................................................19
Video Mode Menu.........................................................19
Photo Mode Menu ........................................................ 20
Playback Mode Menu...................................................21
Setup Menu .................................................................... 22
MANAGING FILES ...............................................25
Managing Files on the Video Camera ............................... 25
Lock Files......................................................................... 25
Delete Files ..................................................................... 25

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Transferring Files to a Computer .......................................... 26
CONNECTING TO A TV.......................................27
ADDITIONAL FEATURES.......................................28
Software Installation ..................................................... 28
Using Your Digital Video Camera as a Webcam..... 28
SAFETY NOTICES .................................................30
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................35
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................37

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Thank you for purchasing this Coby CAM Mini Digital
Video Camera. Please read these instructions before using
your camcorder, and retain them for future reference. This
package includes:
CAM digital video camera
AV cable
USB cable
Installation CD
AAA batteries ()
Detachable hand strap
Should any of the above items be missing, please contact the
dealer from whom you purchased this product.
Package Contents

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Overview
Unit Overview
LCD screen1.
Joystick/OK button2.
Charging indicator3.
Shutter button4.
Display button5.
Mode button6.
Power button7.
Menu/Delete button8.
USB jack9.
AV output jack10.
Strap mount11.
SD card slot12.
Microphone13.
Speaker14.
Lens15.
Self-timer indicator16.
Flash strobe17.
Battery cover18.

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Display Overview
Video Mode
AUTO
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Video mode
Movie Size
Metering
Center
Multi
Spot
640 x 480
320 x 240
Battery level
indicator
Full
Half
Low
White balance indicator
Auto
Daylight
Cloudy
Fluorescent
Tungsten
Auto
Memory
capacity
Memory
card insert
320
640
Photo Mode
AUTO
558
Photo Mode
EV Value
Metering
Center
Multi
Spot
Battery level
indicator
Full
Half
Low
White balance indicator
Auto
Daylight
Cloudy
Fluorescent
Tungsten
Auto
Resolution indicator
4000 x 3000
2592 x 1944
2048 x 1536
1024 x 768
640 x 480
Flash mode
Full ash
Auto ash
Flash off
Memory
capacity
Memory
card insert
Overview

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Overview
Playback Mode
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Voice memo
indicator
The format of
the le
Movie Clip
Protecting indicator Playback mode
Flash mode
Data and
time stamp

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Getting Started
Please read and complete the following steps to begin using
your digital video camera.
Installing the Batteries
Remove the battery compartment door by sliding it toward
the base of the camera.
Insert three () “AAA” batteries. Be sure to match their
polarities to those indicated in the diagram inside the battery
compartment.
Replace the battery compartment door and snap it into
place.
The battery used in this device may present a re or chem-
ical hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble,
incinerate, or heat the batteries. Used batteries should be
disposed of safely and not incinerated.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

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Getting Started
Inserting a Memory Card
Use an SD/SDHC memory card to expand your digital video
camera’s available memory. The CAM can accommodate
memory cards of up to GB. Install a memory card by insert-
ing it gently into the SD card slot on the underside of the
video camera.
To remove the memory card, press it further into the card slot
and then release. The card should automatically eject from
the slot. Grasp it by the edge and pull gently to fully remove.
To avoid data corruption, turn o the digital video camera
before inserting or removing a memory card.
Do not attempt to place any object other than an SD
memory card into the SD card slot. A compatible memory
card should slide easily into the SD card slot; if you en-
counter resistance, do not attempt to force the card in.
For information on formatting a memory card, please see
the Setup Menu section of this manual.

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Basic Operation
Turning the Digital Video Camera On/O
Your digital video camera will turn on automatically when
the LCD screen is ipped open, and turn o when the screen
is closed.
When the LCD screen is open, you may also turn the camera
O/On by pressing the <POWER> button.
Camera Modes
Your digital video camera includes three modes. Press the
<MODE> button to toggle between them.
Video Mode Record video clips
Photo Mode Capture still images
Playback Mode Review video and image les
Video Mode
When you turn on your digital video camera, it will automati-
cally enter Video Mode. To record video:
Press the <SHUTTER> button to begin recording.
Press the <OK> button to pause recording. Press it
again to resume.