MARVIE DVH5J7 User manual

User’s Manual
HD Digital Video Camera

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Table of Contents
About this manual......................................................... v
Copyright ...................................................................... v
Precautions .................................................................. vi
Before You Start............................................................ ix
Copyright information.................................................. ix
1 Introducing the camcorder .......................1
1.1 System requirements............................................ 1
1.2 Features .............................................................. 1
1.3 Unpacking the camcorder.................................... 2
1.4 About the camcorder ........................................... 3
1.4.1 Front view................................................ 3
1.4.2 Bottom view............................................. 3
1.4.3 Right view................................................ 4
1.4.4 Left view .................................................. 4
1.4.5 Back view................................................. 5
1.4.6 Operating the camcorder........................ 6
1.4.7 Using the Remote Control....................... 9
2 Getting started.........................................12
2.1 Inserting the memory card(s)............................. 12
2.2 Inserting the battery .......................................... 14
2.3 Charging the battery.......................................... 16
2.4 Turning on/off the camcorder............................ 16
2.5 Connecting to TV using a USB/AV cable............. 17

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2.6 Connecting to PC using a USB/AV cable............. 17
2.7 Connecting to TV using an HDMI cable............ 18
2.8 Changing modes................................................ 19
2.9 Before you start ................................................. 19
2.9.1 Setting the date and time ...................... 19
2.9.2 Setting the language.............................. 20
2.9.3 Setting the beep ..................................... 20
3 Using the camcorder................................21
3.1 Recording videos ............................................... 21
3.2 Video menu ....................................................... 24
3.2.1 Resolution.............................................. 25
3.2.2 Quality ................................................... 25
3.2.3 White Balance........................................ 26
3.2.4 Effect ...................................................... 27
3.2.5 Stabilizer ................................................ 27
3.2.6 EV28
3.2.7 Night Mode............................................ 28
3.3 Playing videos ................................................... 29
3.4 Video playback menu......................................... 32
3.4.1 Delete One ............................................. 33
3.4.2 Delete All............................................... 34
3.4.3 Protect.................................................... 35
3.4.4 Autoplay................................................ 36
3.5 Shooting photos................................................. 37
3.6 Camera mode menu........................................... 40

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3.6.1 Resolution.............................................. 41
3.6.2 Quality ................................................... 41
3.6.3 White Balance........................................ 42
3.6.4 Effect ...................................................... 43
3.6.5 Stabilizer ................................................ 43
3.6.6 Selftimer................................................. 44
3.6.7 EV44
3.6.8 Flash Mode ............................................ 45
3.7 Viewing photos .................................................. 46
3.8 Photo playback menu ........................................ 48
3.8.1 Delete One ............................................. 49
3.8.2 Delete All............................................... 50
3.8.3 Protect.................................................... 51
3.8.4 Autoplay................................................ 52
3.9 System menu ..................................................... 53
3.9.1 Beep........................................................ 54
3.9.2 Auto Power Off ..................................... 54
3.9.3 TV standard........................................... 54
3.9.4 Format.................................................... 55
3.9.5 Default ................................................... 56
3.9.6 Language ............................................... 56
3.9.7 Frequency .............................................. 56
3.9.8 Date / Time ........................................... 56
Appendix..........................................................57
Specifications .............................................................. 57

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Troubleshooting .......................................................... 60

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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder.
Ensure that you read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe
place for future reference.
About this manual
Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this
manual are correct and up to date. However, no guarantee is made
regarding the accuracy of the contents. If the contents of this
manual do not tally with the camera, please take the camera as a
criterion, and our company reserves the right to change the contents
or technical rules without notice in advance. Also, the manufacturer
reserves the right to change the technical specification in advance
without notice.
If the accessories do not tally with the actual package, please take
the actual package as a criterion.
Copyright
© Copyright 2013.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated
into any language or computer language, in any form or by any
means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or
otherwise, without the prior written permission of the
manufacturer.

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Precautions
General precautions
 Do not use or store the product in dusty, dirty, or sandy areas,
as its components may be damaged.
 Do not store the product in a hot environment. High
temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage
battery and warp or melt certain plastics.
 Do not store the product in cold areas. When the product
warms up to its normal temperature, moisture can form inside,
which may damage the electronic circuits.
 Do not attempt to open the casing or attempt your own repairs.
High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric
shock when exposed.
 Do not drop or knock the product. Rough handling may
damage the internal components.
 Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong
detergents to clean the product. Wipe the product with a
slightly damp soft cloth.
 Do not fire the flash while it is too close to the subject's eyes.
Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired
too close to the eyes. When using the flash, the camera should
be at least one meter from the eyes of the subject.
 Do not open the battery cover while an image is being
recorded. Doing so will not only make storage of the current
image impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already
stored in file.
 If the product or any of its accessories are not working
properly, take them to your nearest qualified service center.
The personnel there will assist you and if necessary, arrange
for the product to be repaired.
 Test for proper operation before using the camera.

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Notes on the LCD Screen
Be very careful to ensure the fluid contained in the LCD screen does
not escape if the screen becomes cracked or damaged. If this occurs,
follow these steps:
 If the fluids make contact with skin, wipe it with a clean cloth
then rinse with a large amount of water.
 If the fluid makes contact with eyes, wash eyes with clean
water for at least 15 minutes and go to the hospital as soon as
possible.
 If the fluid is swallowed, first rinse mouth with water, then
drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting. Go to the
hospital as soon as possible.
Operation conditions
 This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
 Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas:
- In areas subject to direct sunlight
- In areas subject to high humidity or dust
- Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to
temperature extremes
- Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the sun.
- In areas subject to strong vibration
Power supply
 Use only the type of battery that came with your camera.
Using any other type of battery may damage the equipment
and invalidate the warranty.
 Do not short the battery terminals. The battery could overheat.
 Do not attempt to split or peel the outer casing.

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 Remove the battery if the camera is not going to be used for a
long time. If the battery is left unused for more than 3 months,
you need to charge the battery before use.

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Before You Start
Taking test shots
Before taking pictures with this DV camera in any important
occasion (such as a wedding ceremony or an overseas trip), do test
the DV camera beforehand to ensure that it functions properly. Any
additional loss caused by the malfunction of this product (such as
costs of photography or any loss of benefit generated by the
photography) is not the responsibility of the manufacturer and no
compensation will be given for it.
Copyright information
Take care to observe "No Photography" notices in certain locations.
In these cases, you cannot record any live performance,
improvisation or exhibits, even for personal purposes. Any transfer
of pictures or memory card data must be conducted under the
constraints of copyright law.

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1 Introducing the camcorder
Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the
camcorder. This chapter also covers system requirements, package
contents, and descriptions of the hardware components.
1.1 System requirements
The camcorder requires a PC with the following specifications:
 Windows® 7 / Vista / XP SP2 operating system
 Intel® / AMD Dual-Core CPU or higher
 At least 1 GB of RAM or higher
 At least DirectX 9 video card, DirectX 10 is recommended
 Standard USB 1.1 port or higher
 At least 2GB or greater available hard disk
1.2 Features
The camcorder offers a variety of features and functions including:
 Full HD 1080p (30fps.)
 H.264 Video Clip
 3.0” Color LCD Touch Display
 Dual Memory Card Slot
 Support Manual Focus (MF) function
 Note:
A USB 1.1 port will enable you to transfer files to and from
your host PC, but transfer speeds will be faster with a USB 2.0
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1.3 Unpacking the camcorder
The following items should be present in the package. If any item is
missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
Camcorder Pouch User’s Manual
USB AV Cable Li-ion Battery
(NP120)
Battery Charger
Power Cord CD-ROM
(Application software)
HDMI Cable
(Optional)
Remote Control
(Optional)

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1.4 About the camcorder
Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the
buttons and controls of this camcorder.
1.4.1 Front view
Lens
Flash
Microphone
Zoom Button Shutter Button
LED Light
Speaker
1.4.2 Bottom view
Tripod Socket
Memory Card
Compartment Cover

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1.4.3 Right view
Power Button
Playback Button
Flash Button
Menu Button
1.4.4 Left view
Hand Strap
Battery Compartment
Cover
Battery
Cover Latch

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1.4.5 Back view
Record B utton
HDMI, USB AV Out
LED indicator

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1.4.6 Operating the camcorder
To turn on the power, open the LCD panel 90° or press the Power
Button for one second.
Flip and twist the LCD screen as shown to view pictures and
movies.

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See the table below for a description of each button’s function.
Name Button Function
Power Button
Press to turn the camcorder on or
off.
Menu Button
Press to display the menu for the
current mode.
Flash Button
 In Camera mode, press to
select different flash modes:
Auto flash  Forced flash 
Flash off.
 In Video mode, press to
enable/disable the Night
mode.
Playback
Button
In Video and Camera modes,
press to enter the playback mode.
Shutter
Button
 In Video mode, press to
switch to Camera mode.
 In Camera mode, press to take
a photo.
 In Video Playback mode, press
to pause the video playback.
Press again to resume the
playback.

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Name Button Function
Record
Button
 In Camera mode, press to
switch to Video mode.
 In Video mode, press to start
recording a video. Press it
again to stop recording.
 In Video Playback mode, press
to play video clip or press
again to stop the playback.
 In Camera Playback mode,
press to enter the Zoom mode.
Zoom Button
 In Video and Camera modes,
slide to the right/left to zoom
in /zoom out when shooting
videos or photos.
 In Video Playback mode,
slide to the right/left to adjust
the volume.
 In Camera Playback mode,
slide to the right/left to select
the desired zoom view (up to
8X) in the Zoom mode.

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1.4.7 Using the Remote Control
See the table below for the functions of the remote control buttons.
No. Button Function
1 Shutter
Button  In Camera mode, press to take a photo.
2 LED Button
 In Video mode, press to select
different flash modes: Auto flash ->
Forced flash -> Flash off.
 In Camera mode, press to enable/
disable the Night mode.