Medion LIFE S47100 User manual

Slim Full HD Camcorder
with Touchscreen -
Crystal Edition
MEDION®LIFE®S47100 (MD 86466)
Instruction Manual 08/11
Medion Electronics Ltd.
120 Faraday Park, Faraday Road, Dorcan
Swindon SN3 5JF, Wiltshire
United Kingdom
Hotline: [phone]
(calls are charged at 7p per min
from a standard landline,
calls from mobiles could be higher)
Fax: [phone]
www.medion.co.uk
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Content
About these instructions...................................................5
Symbols and key words used in these
instructions..............................................................................5
Proper use................................................................................6
Safety instructions ............................................................7
General....................................................................................7
Preventing electric shocks ........................................................7
Risk of explosion ......................................................................8
Preventing fire hazards.............................................................8
Risk of chemical burns..............................................................8
Preventing damage to the eyes ................................................9
Preventing damage to the camcorder ......................................9
Preventing damage to the battery............................................9
Preventing breakages ...............................................................9
Preventing data loss ...............................................................10
Protecting against condensation ............................................10
In the event of a malfunction ................................................. 10
The Camcorder ...............................................................11
Equipment description........................................................... 11
Package contents .................................................................. 11
Overview of the appliance ..............................................12
Front...................................................................................... 12
Top ........................................................................................ 12
Rear ....................................................................................... 13
Bottom................................................................................... 13
Panel view.............................................................................. 14
Getting started ...............................................................15
Insert battery ......................................................................... 15
Insert SD memory card .......................................................... 16
Charging the battery.............................................................. 17
Switching the camcorder
on and off .......................................................................18
The settings menu ..........................................................19
Operating the settings menu .................................................20
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Recording videos ........................................................... 24
Video recording display................................................. 25
Video mode menu.......................................................... 26
White balance ........................................................................26
Resolution..............................................................................27
Effect......................................................................................27
Night mode ...........................................................................28
Quality...................................................................................28
Changing the mode of operation...........................................28
Video playback .............................................................. 29
Playback on the LC display .....................................................29
Video playback on a TV set.....................................................29
The video playback display.....................................................30
The video playback menu ...............................................31
Delete individual videos ......................................................... 31
Delete All ...............................................................................32
Protect function .....................................................................32
Volume ..................................................................................33
Thumbnail overview ...................................................... 33
Shooting photos ............................................................ 34
Shooting Photos Display ................................................ 35
Photo mode menu ......................................................... 36
White balance ........................................................................36
Resolution.............................................................................. 37
Effect...................................................................................... 37
Night mode ...........................................................................38
Self-timer ...............................................................................38
Quality...................................................................................39
Changing the mode of operation...........................................39
Viewing photos in playback mode ................................. 40
Playback on the LC display .....................................................40
Photo playback on a TV set ....................................................40
The Photo Playback Display ............................................41
The photo playback menu ............................................. 42
Delete individual photos ........................................................42
Delete all................................................................................43
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Protect function .....................................................................43
Slide show .............................................................................44
Connecting camcorder to TV set.................................... 45
Connection via HDMI.............................................................45
Connecting camcorder to computer .............................. 46
Installing the software....................................................47
DCF memory standard ................................................... 48
Cleaning ........................................................................ 49
Disposal ......................................................................... 50
Packaging ..............................................................................50
Appliance...............................................................................50
Batteries.................................................................................50
Technical specifications ..................................................51
ArcSoft Total Media™ HDCam 2.0 ................................... 52
Quick start instructions ..........................................................52
Introduction .................................................................. 53
Installation.............................................................................54
How to uninstall ....................................................................54
Language...............................................................................54
Registration and activation.....................................................54
Media Browser ............................................................... 55
View media files .....................................................................56
Display modes.................................................................57
Library view ........................................................................... 57
Calendar view........................................................................58
Browser view .........................................................................59
Preview area...........................................................................60
Function bar ..........................................................................61
Import media files ......................................................... 62
Cut video clips .......................................................................62
Burning AVCHD disks.............................................................63
Edit video clips.......................................................................64
Upload files to YouTube .........................................................65
Upload files to Facebook ........................................................65
Create photo albums ..................................................... 66
Create album page ........................................................ 69
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About these instructions
Read the safety instructions carefully before use. Note
the warnings on the unit and in the operating
instructions.
Always keep the operating instructions close to hand.
If you sell the unit or give it away, make sure you also
hand over these instructions and the guarantee card.
Symbols and key words used in these
instructions
DANGER!
Warning: immediate mortal danger!
WARNING!
Warning: possible mortal danger and/or
serious irreversible injuries!
CAUTION!
Please follow the guidelines to avoid injuries and/or
property damage!
CAUTION!
Please follow the guidelines to avoid property dam-
age!
PLEASE NOTE!
Additional information on using the device!
PLEASE NOTE!
Observe the notes in the operating instructions!
WARNING!
Warning: danger of electric shock!
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• Bulleted item / information on operating steps and
results
Tasks to be performed
Proper use
The unit is suitable for recording images in digital format.
Do not operate the camera either in extreme heat or extreme cold.
The unit is not suitable for operation under extreme conditions.
The device is intended for private use only and is not designed to
be used in a heavy industrial business or.
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Safety instructions
General
• This unit is not intended for use by people (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or for those
without experience and/or knowledge, unless they are super-
vised by a person responsible for their safety or they have been
instructed on its use. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
• Keep the battery out of reach of children.
DANGER!
Keep the plastic packaging out of reach for chil-
dren to avoid danger of suffocation!
Preventing electric shocks
• Never open the camcorder casing or the charger cradle except
to insert the battery.
• Connect the charger cradle to a professionally installed 230 V ~
50 Hz mains socket.
• To remove the mains cable quickly and easily from the mains in
an emergency, the socket must be easily accessible and close to
the appliance.
• Do not bend or crush the mains cable.
• Use only the charger cable supplied.
• Take measures to prevent moisture or liquid from penetrating
the camcorder or the charger cradle.
• Never touch the charger cradle with wet hands.
• Never use the charger cradle if the mains cable is damaged.
• To avoid any danger, if the charger cradle or its mains cable are
damaged then it must only be replaced by a charger cradle of
the same type. Please contact the service centre if this is the
case.
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• Switch the camcorder off immediately if it malfunctions.
• Do not allow the camcorder or charger cradle to come into
contact with rain or be splashed by water.
• Do not place containers containing liquid, e.g. vases, on the
appliance, the charger cradle or near to these and protect all
parts of the device from rain and water. The container may tip
over and the liquid may impair the electrical safety of the prod-
uct.
Risk of explosion
• Never expose batteries or rechargeable batteries to excessive
heat (such as direct sunlight, fire or similar).
• Do not throw batteries into a fire.
• Never short-circuit any (rechargeable) batteries.
• Do not dismantle (rechargeable) batteries.
DANGER!
There is a risk of explosion if rechargeable batter-
ies are replaced incorrectly. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type.
Preventing fire hazards
• Always uncoil the entire length of the mains cable.
• Ensure there is adequate ventilation and never cover the charg-
er cradle.
• Do not place naked flames such as lit candles on or near the
unit.
Risk of chemical burns
• If the battery is depleted, remove it from the device immediate-
ly. There is an increased risk of leakage. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes and mucous membranes. If these areas come into contact
with battery acid, rinse them immediately with plenty of clean
water and contact a doctor immediately.
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Preventing damage to the eyes
• Do not use the LED light close to anyone’s eyes.
• Always maintain a minimum distance of one metre when using
the LED light, especially with small children.
Preventing damage to the camcorder
• If the battery is leaking, remove it from the camcorder immedi-
ately. Clean the contacts before inserting a new battery.
• Use only the lithium-ion battery supplied.
• Before inserting the battery, check that the contacts in the cam-
corder and on the batteries are clean. Clean the battery con-
nections if necessary with a clean, dry cloth or an eraser.
• Do not touch the lens or lens mounting.
Preventing damage to the battery
• Never insert the battery the wrong way round. Always ensure
the correct polarity at the +/- terminals.
• Never allow the battery to come into contact with liquids.
• Direct, intense heat can damage the battery. Therefore, do not
expose the camcorder to any sources of direct heat.
• If the camcorder is not going to be used for long periods, re-
move the battery.
• At low temperatures the capacity of the battery can drop sig-
nificantly due to the reduced speed of the chemical reactions.
When recording in cold weather keep a second battery pack in
reserve in a warm place (e.g. trouser pocket).
Preventing breakages
• Do not drop the camcorder.
• Place the strap around your wrist when carrying the camcord-
er.
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Preventing data loss
• Never interrupt the power supply when data are being proc-
essed.
• Never remove the SD card from the camcorder while it is sav-
ing data.
Protecting against condensation
• Avoid rapid changes in temperature.
• Place the camcorder in its protective case or a plastic bag be-
fore exposing it to any sudden changes in temperature.
• Do not immediately connect the charger cradle using the mains
cable if the cradle has been moved from a cold environment to
a warm room. The device can safely be connected for charging
as soon as the unit has reached room temperature.
• Do not use or store the camcorder in direct sunlight or at high
temperatures.
In the event of a malfunction
• If, as a result of an unforeseeable combination of operating
steps, faulty data transfer or electrostatic discharge, the cam-
corder can no longer be operated, remove the inserted battery,
replace it and then switch on the camcorder again.
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The Camcorder
Equipment description
The camcorder provides:
• The functions of a digital camcorder and a digital camera in
one handy device.
• Instead of a viewfinder, the camcorder has a high-resolution
touch screen LC display that enables you to check your pic-
tures. The touch screen LC display also serves to display the on-
screen menus where you can select your required settings.
• The touch screen LC display can be used to change all cam-
corder settings at the touch of a finger.
• The Camcorder has four-times digital zoom and records videos
to a maximum resolution of Full HD 1920 x 1080 and photos in
2592 x 1944 (5M pixels).
• The internal memory has a usable capacity of approx. 80 MB.
Thus you can also take photos or record short videos even if
you do not have an SD card in the camcorder.
• The camcorder can be easily connected to a computer by USB
or to a compatible TV set by HDMI connection.
Package contents
Check that the following parts have been supplied in the package:
• Camcorder
• Charger cradle
• Power cable
• HDMI cable
• AV cable with integrated USB plug
• 4 GB SDHC memory card
• Pouch
• Li-ion battery
• Software CD
• Operating instructions and guarantee document
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Overview of the appliance
Front
1) Lens
2) LED light
3) Strap hole
Top
1) SD card slot
2) Macro switch
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Rear
1) Power LED
2) MODE button
3) UP/DOWN button
4) USB/AV/DC Output
5) HDMI Output
6) ENTER button; LED light ON/OFF
7) REC/STOP button
Bottom
1) Tripod mount
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Panel view
1) Microphone
2) MENU button
3) Playback button
4) Speaker
5) Battery cover
6) Battery cover latch
7) Power button
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Getting started
Insert battery
To insert the battery you must open the display flap and remove
the battery cover.
• Open the display flap.
• Slide the battery compartment shutter as shown and insert the
battery.
• Replace the battery compartment cover as shown to close the
battery compartment.
ATTENTION!
Ensure the +/- terminals are correct.
• To remove the battery, remove the cover
• Lift the battery using the nylon strap and take it out.
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Insert SD memory card
• To insert an SD memory card you must open the SD compart-
ment cover.
• Take an SD memory card and slide this into the SD card slot
which is behind the macro switch on the camcorder. Close the
SD compartment cover.
ATTENTION!
Ensure that the contacts on the card are facing down-
wards.
• To remove the memory card, press the memory card until you
hear a click in the slot and then let go. The memory card will
be automatically ejected a little from the slot so that you can re-
move the card.
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Charging the battery
To charge the battery, connect the camcorder battery to the
supplied charging cradle.
Plug the mains adapter into a 230 V ~ 50 Hz socket and insert
the battery.
When the battery is fully charged the green LED will come on.
NOTE!
The battery requires approximately six hours to reach
full charge for the first time. The LED is lit orange dur-
ing the charging procedure. The LED will light up
green as soon as the charging process is complete.
Tips for proper use of batteries can be found in the
(safety instructions / Preventing damage to the bat-
tery).
The camcorder enables you to charge the battery while it is in the
device.
To do this, simply connect the camcorder to a PC via the USB
cable. When switched off the camcorder will now begin to re-
charge the battery. The Power LED is lid red during the charg-
ing procedure.
NOTE!
The PC must remain operational.
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Switching the camcorder
on and off
To activate the camcorder, open the display panel as shown be-
low.
Turn the display panel so that you can easily see the 3.0” LCD
display.
To turn the camcorder off, either simply fold the display panel
back to its original position or press the On/Off switch until the
LED turns off.
Take care to turn off the device after use to avoid using power
unnecessarily.
NOTE!
The operational LED lights up green when the cam-
corder is activated.
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The settings menu
To open the settings menu, press the mode selection button twice.
In the settings menu there are eight further sub-menus represent-
ed by appropriate symbols.
Here you can select the following settings:
• Beep
• Date & Time
• Auto Power Off
• TV standard
• TV frequency
• Language
• Default
• Format
To select a menu, press the Up/Down buttons until the re-
quired menu is in the highlighted dark area.
To open the required menu, press the OK button.
Touch the desired menu with a finger to open it directly.
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