Hamilton/Buhl CAM17SV User manual

ActionPro
FHD Digital Video Camera
Instruction Manual
Model #: CAM17SV
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ActionPro
FHD Digital Video Camera
24MP
Max /2.7”TFT

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1. About ........................................4
1a. System Requirements ........................4
1b. Camcorder Description .......................4
1c. Button Functions/Descriptions .................5
2. Using Your Camcorder ...........................6
2a. Inserting Memory Card .......................6
2b. Installing Battery ............................7
2c. Charging Battery ...........................7
2d. Turning On/Off Camcorder....................7
2e. Changing Modes ...........................8
2f. Connecting to a Computer ....................8
2g. Connecting to a Television ....................8
2h. Video Recording Mode .......................9
2i. Camera Mode .............................9
2j. Zoom Function ............................10
2k. Using LED Light ...........................10
3. Shooting Video and Settings ....................10
3a. Video Size Settings .........................10
3b. Mode Settings ............................11
3c. Beauty Face Settings ........................11
3d. White Balance Settings ......................11
3e. Exposure Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3f. ISO Settings ..............................12
3g. Anti-Shake Function ........................12
4. Menu Settings.................................12
5. Playback Mode ................................12
5a. Viewing Photos/Videos......................12
5b. Deleting Photos/Videos .....................13
5c. Protecting Photos/Videos ....................13
5d. Rotating Photos ...........................13
5e. Cropping Photos (Not Videos).................14
5f. Making a Slideshow Presentation from Photos ....14
5g. Printing Photos ............................14

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5h. Playing Video .............................14
5i. Deleting Video Files ........................15
5j. Protecting Video Files .......................15
6. Shooting Photos (Camera Mode) .................15
6a. Resolution Settings .........................16
6b. Camera Mode Settings (Timer) ................16
6c. Mode Settings ............................16
6d. Beauty Face Settings ........................16
6e. Face Detect Function .......................17
6f. Smile Capture Function......................17
6g. White Balance Settings ......................17
6h. Exposure Settings (EV Values) .................17
6i. Adjusting Photo Sensitivity (ISO) ...............18
6j. Photo Quality Settings ......................18
6k. Sharpness Settings .........................18
6l. Effect Settings.............................18
6m. Saturation Settings .........................19
6n. Anti-Shake Settings ........................19
6o. Metering Functions.........................19
6p. Date and Time Stamp .......................19
7. Menu Settings ................................20
7a. Language Settings .........................20
7b. Date and Time Settings......................20
7c. Auto Power-Off Settings .....................20
7d. Beep Settings .............................21
7e. Light Frequency Settings (Commercial Power) .....21
7f. TV Output Settings .........................21
7g. Formatting (Deleting All Files on Memory Card) ...21
7h. Default Settings ...........................22
8. Appendix ....................................23
8a. Technical Specifications......................23
8b. Troubleshooting ...........................24

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1. About Your Camcorder
1a. System Requirements
• Pentium processor 2.0 GHz or higher
• Windows XP Operation System (or later version)
• 2 GB memory, available 40 GB disk space
• USB interface
• CD-ROM drive (Optional)
• Display card 1 GB or higher
• Screen resolution of 1024x768 pixel or higher
1b. Camcorder Description Diagrams:

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Icon Button/Key Description
Power/LED Light Power on/off or LED light
charge/discharge
Menu Access Menu Mode
Mode/Enter Switch modes or select function
in Menu settings:
Camera Mode
Video Recording Mode
Playback Mode
Page Up In playback mode:
• Cursor will move up to select
desired photo or video file
• Increase volume while playing
a video file
Page Down In playback mode:
• Cursor will move down to select
desired photo or video file
• Increase volume while playing
a video file
Shutter Takes photo in photo
shooting mode
Rec/Stop To Stop/Record video in video
recording mode
Zoom In/Out • Zoom in and out in Camera
Mode/Video Recording Mode;
• Shrink, magnify or move
photos in playback mode
1c. Button Functions/Descriptions
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2. Using Your Camcorder
2a. Inserting a Memory Card
Insert a memory card to store videos and photos. Information stored
on a card will not be lost if you physically lock the card.
Insert the memory card according to the following steps:
1. Open the battery door (on the bottom) by pulling the lever –
the door should pop open.
2. Metal contact part should go in first facing up, away from the
battery. Insert and push the card in until it clicks into place.
Close the door, making sure it is fully locked. A memory card
can only be inserted in the proper direction. DO NOT FORCE
THE CARD INTO THE SLOT.
Attention!
Format your memory card before using. Do not take
memory card out while recording as it will damage
the card and may result in lost data. Please check the
compatibility of the memory card before using.
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1. Open the battery cover in the direction as shown
3. Close the battery cover as shown
2. Insert the memory card in the direction as shown
To ensure proper recording and playback of larger video files,
it is suggested you purchase an additional Class 10 SD card.

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2b. Installing the Battery
Install the rechargeable lithium battery in the battery slot. A battery
can only be installed in one specific direction. Do not force or push
down hard on the battery. It will install easily if inserted correctly.
Make sure the pins are inserted first, facing up.
1. Open the battery cover in the direction as shown
3. Close the battery cover as shown
2. Insert the battery into the cabin in the direction as shown
Attention!
Please install the battery correctly or it may cause
damage to the camera or other damage. Do not use
non-standard charger. The power adapter for the
camera is AC 100V-240V/50-60Hz.
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2c. Charging the Battery
Connect a standard USB plug to a wall outlet and the other end
of mini-connector to the camcorder to properly charge. Make sure
the shape of the mini-connector matches the charging jack on the
camcorder. The charging jack can be found under the HDMI jack on
the back of the unit.
2d. Turning On/Off the Camcorder
Press the ‘Power’ button to turn on the camcorder. Press and hold
the ‘Power’ button for 2 seconds to turn off the camcorder. If
battery power is running out, a ‘Low Power’ message will appear on
the screen and the unit will turn itself off within a few seconds.

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2e. Changing Modes
Press the ‘Mode’ button to change modes. Modes are: video recording,
camera and playback mode. Each mode’s icon will appear in the top
left corner of the screen, when selected.
2f. Connecting to a Computer
In order to view videos and photos on your computer, connect the
standard USB charging cable to your computer’s USB terminal. The
computer will recognize the camcorder as a removable drive; you will
find your video and photo files in the subfolders.
2g. Connecting to a Standard Television
The camcorder can be connected to a TV to display video or photo
files, as shown.

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2h. Video Recording Mode
Press the ‘Mode’ button to select video shooting mode.
Options on the display are:
2i. Camera Mode (for Photos)
Press the ’MODE’ button to select Camera mode.
Options on the display are:
1. Recording mode 6. Memory card 11. Video quality
2. Video resolution ratio 7. Zoom 12. White balance
3. Scene mode 8. Battery
4. LED light 9. Rec. affect
5. Recording time 10. Exposure
1. Shooting 7. Zoom 13. Exposure
2. Photo resolution 8. Battery 14. Sensitivity
3. Scene mode 9. Smile face capture 15. Photo quality
4. LED light 10. Face detection 16. White balance
5. Remaining Number 11. Anti-shake 17. EVD
6. Memory card 12. Video effect
Camera mode

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2j. Zoom Function
Zoom in by tilting the ‘Zoom’ lever to the right. Zoom out by tilting the
‘Zoom’ button to the left.
2k. Using LED Light
The camcorder has a built-in LED light. It can compensate for a dark
environment and help reduce shadows. In video recording or camera
mode, press the ‘Power’ button to turn LED Light On/Off. The icon will
show on the screen.
LED fill light can be used in camera mode or video shooting mode, operating the
same way as the zoom function.
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3. Shooting Video and Settings
Press the ‘Mode’ button to select video shooting mode. The movie
camcorder icon will appear on the top left corner of the display screen.
You cannot take video without a memory card.
1. Refer to the viewing screen to see the video to be taken. Hold the
camcorder and press ‘Record/Stop’ button to start recording.
2. When recording, the red circle icon will flash. Press the ‘Shutter’
button to pause/shoot. Press the ‘Record/Stop’ button again to end
recording and save to memory.
3. The recorded files will autosave to the external memory card. You
should set parameters of the video mode before shooting.
3a. Video Size Settings
Different video resolutions options are: FHD, HD, VGA or Cancel. In
higher resolution settings, the video image will be clearer and the file size
will increase as well.
1. From ‘Video Mode’, press ‘Menu’ and then press the ‘Up/Down’
buttons to select the ‘Video Size‘ option. Press OK to enter sub-
menu.
2. Press the ‘Up/Down’ buttons to select: FHD, HD, VGA or Cancel.
3. Press OK to save and return to video shooting mode.