Minolta MN2K50NV User manual

MN2K50NV User Manual

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About this Manual
Congratulations on purchasing the Minolta MN2K50NV Camcorder!
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. Note that the
differ
somewhat from the screens and configuration of the actual camera.
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are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical,
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 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.
CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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.
RF Exposure Warning
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment must be installed and operated in
accordance with provided instructions and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must
be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating

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conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
FCC: SAR standard Value: 1.6 W/Kg, Maximal Measure: 0.4 W/kg
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
Safety and Handling Precautions
Camera Information
Do not disassemble or attempt to service the camera yourself.
Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures.
Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm temperatures.
Do not touch and put pressure on the camera lens.
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods.
Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean
the product. Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth.
Do not use the flash or LED Light near a person's eyes to prevent possible eye
injury.
To prevent you from falling over or resulting in traffic accident, please do not use
the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a vehicle.
Please handle the camera strap with care, and never place the strap around the
neck of an infant or child. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause
suffocation.
Do not subject the LCD screen to impact.
To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain
or moisture.
Battery Information
Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery.
Use only the provided batteries or type of battery and charger that came with
your camera. Using other types of battery or charger may damage the device
and invalidate the warranty.
Inserting the battery upside down can cause damage to the product and possibly
cause an explosion.
When the camera is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for the
camera body to feel warm.
Download all pictures and remove the battery from the camera if you are going
to store the camera for a long period of time.
The type of battery and the battery power level may cause the lens to be stuck
up. Ensure you use the correct battery type and use a fully charged battery.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions.
Please keep the batteries out of the reach of children to prevent from swallowing

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batteries, which might cause poisoning.
Once the battery's color changes or its shape is twisted, please stop using it.
USB adapter Information
Do not expose the adapter to high temperatures or moisture places. Otherwise, it
may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, change or transform the adapter.
Avoid sudden changes in temperature, which may cause condensation on the
ces. Please do not use it immediately in this situation.
Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock.
Do not use the travel voltage converter or AC/DC power inverter. Otherwise, it
may cause damage, overheating, malfunction or fire to the camera.

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1.1
Camcorder Interface

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1.2
Button Function Description
Function Description
Power | IR
Tap once to power on, press and hold for 2
seconds to power off. While powered on, tap once
to enable or disable IR night vision.
Mode Tap to cycle between Video, Photo, Playback and
Setup modes.
Menu Tap to access and exit all menus and submenus.
Zoom
In Video or Photo: Press right to zoom-in. Press
left to zoom-out.
In Menus: Press to go to the next setting option.
In Playback: While viewing a photo, slide to the
right to zoom in on the photo, slide to the left to
zoom out.
In Video Playback: While playing a video, press
to increase or decrease the volume.
OK
In Playback: While playing a recorded video, tap
to pause and tap again to resume.
OK button in menus. Tap to confirm a setting
Record | Photo
In Photo: Tap to capture a photo.
In Video: Tap to start/stop recording video.
In Playback: Tap to play a recorded video, tap
again to stop the video.
UP Tap to scroll through menus and submenus.
Down Tap to scroll through menus and submenus.
Left In Playback: Press to scroll through media gallery.
Tap to scroll through menus and submenus.
Right In Playback: Press to scroll through media gallery.
Tap to scroll through menus and submenus.
Infrared LEDs Infrared LED to aid with vision and recording in
darkness.
Tripod Mount Mount port for attaching to a tripod nut.
Memory Card
Door
Door to cover storage slot for inserting a memory
card.

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Battery Release
Switch Slide the switch to remove the battery.
Speaker Built-in speaker output for playback of video files
when audio recording is enabled.
Lens Front capture device for all video and photo.

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2.
First Use
2.1
Inserting the Memory Card
Insert the included SD memory card to record and store your videos and
photos. When the battery is low, media stored on the memory card will not be
erased. Please insert the SD memory card by following the steps below:
1.
Open the memory card door on the bottom of the camcorder by flipping it down.
2.
Insert the memory card. Ensure that the metal contacts are inserted first.
Push the memory card down until you hear an audible click.
The memory card can only be inserted in one way. Do not force the
card in if it will not go in smoothly.
3.
Close the memory card door by flipping it back into place.
4.
To remove the memory card, simply push in and the card will eject back out.

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2.2
Installing the Battery
Insert the lithium-ion battery into the battery compartment with the metal
contacts facing the back of the camcorder. Take special note of the ridges
on the sides of the battery and the on the body of the camcorder. The
battery can only inserted one way. Mount the battery as shown and push
in and up until it locks into place.
NOTE:
Please format the memory card before using the camcorder
(Caution, this will erase all data on the card).
Do not remove or insert the memory card when recording. It
may damage the card or cause data loss.
Memory card rating must be Class 10 or above.

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2.3
Charging the Battery
Connect your camcorder to the included AC adaptor with the USB cable
provided for charging. Open the camcorder LCD screen to access the
charging port. Flip down the charging port door to access the USB port.
Insert the small end of the USB plug into the camcorder s port, and the
larger end in to the included AC adaptor.
2.4
Powering the Camcorder On/Off
Press the POWER button to power the camcorder on. To power the
camcorder off, press and hold the POWER button for 2 seconds.
The camcorder will automatically power on and off when the screen is
opened or closed. If the Low P
will display on the screen and it will automatically shut down within a few
seconds to prevent memory corruption or loss.
2.5
Switching Modes
Press the MODE button to cycle between Video, Photo, Playback and
Setup Modes. The corresponding mode will be displayed in the top left
corner of the screen. You may also tap the corresponding mode icon in
the top left corner of the touch screen to change modes.
2.6
Connecting to a Computer
Your camcorder can connect to a computer to transfer photo and video files
for viewing and editing, as shown below. Once connected and powered on,

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2.7
Connecting to a TV
The camcorder can also be connected to a TV. When connected, the camcorder
screen will turn off and the camcorder will function normally. Use the TV as the
camcorder monitor.

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2.8
Video Mode
Press the MODE button to switch to Video Mode. The meaning of each icon
within Video Mode is explained in the table below:
1) Video Mode 7) Zoom Indicator 13) White Balance
2) Video Size (Resolution) 8) Battery Level 14) Menu
3) Beauty Filter Icon 9) Effect 15) Current Date and Time
4) IR Light Indicator 10) Sharpness 16) Loop Recording
5) Recording Time Remaining 11) ISO 17) External Mic Connected
6) Memory Card Inserted 12) Exposure

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2.9
Photo Mode
Press the MODE button to switch to Photo Mode. The meaning of each icon
within Photo Mode is explained in the table below:
1) Photo Mode 8) Number of Photos Remaining 15) Exposure
2) Photo Size (Resolution) 9) Memory Card Inserted 16) Image Quality
3) Beauty Filter 10) Zoom Indicator 17) White Balance
4) Anti-Shake 11) Battery Level 18) Menu
5) Face Detection 12) Effect 19) Current Time and Date
6) Smile Capture 13) Sharpness 20) Self Timer
7) IR Light Indicator 14) ISO

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2.10
Using the Zoom Function
This camcorder has a digital zoom function. To operate the zoom function,
slide the ZOOM button right to zoom in closer to the subject, and to the left
to zoom away from the subject.
2.11
Using the IR Night Vision Mode
This camcorder has built-in infrared (IR) LEDs for night vision recording -
giving you the ability to capture photos and videos in a dark environment.
In Photo or Video mode, short-press the POWER/IR button once to enable
the IR LED light. When the IR LED light is enabled, the IR LED light indicator
on the top of the screen will be displayed.
To disable the IR light, short-press the POWER/IR button again. You will
notice that the IR light indicator on the screen is no longer showing.
2.12
Attaching External Accessories
This camcorder supports lens filters & attachments, external microphones
and assistive lighting utilizing power from the hot-shoe mount. When
attaching an external microphone, be sure to mount it to the hot-shoe mount
and also insert the 3.5mm plug into the MIC port.
Note:
The photos and videos taken while the IR LED is enabled will be
recorded in black and white.
The IR LED can also be enabled or disabled during a recording.
37mm Diameter
Threading

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2.13
Remote Control
Note: Before using the remote, remove the battery tab on the back.
When using the remote, it should be pointed towards the remote control receiver on
camcorder as they can block the signal from the remote.

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3.
Using the Camcorder
3.1 Video Recording
Power the camcorder on and it will be ready to record clips right away. You
may press the MODE button or press the icon in the top left corner of the
touch screen to switch to another mode. A camcorder icon will appear in the
top left hand corner of the screen when you are in Video mode.
1. Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in view.
2. Hold the camcorder steady and press the RECORD button to begin recording.
3. When recording begins, a rolling timer will display in red in the top right hand
corner of the screen. This indicates the recorded video time elapsed.
4. Press the RECORD button to stop recording.
5. The recorded video files will automatically save onto the inserted memory card.
3.1.1 Movie Size (Resolution)
Your camcorder has a number of preset resolutions.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the OK
button to enter the submenu.
3.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu and press the OK
button to confirm your selected setting (2.7K, 1080P, 720P, 480P). A
higher resolution and faster frames per second rate will produce a higher
quality and larger video file.
4.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.
3.1.2 Sharpness
This function adjusts the visible detail of a photograph.
1.
In Video Mode, press the MENU button.
2.
Select using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the OK
button to enter the submenu.
3.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu and press the OK
button to confirm how sharp you would like your video to be (Sharp,
Normal, Soft).
4.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.
3.1.3 White Balance
White Balance changes the color of light in your pictures, making it seem
warmer or cooler depending on how the light you're shooting in affects the
frame.
1. In Video Mode press the MENU button.

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2. Select using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the
OK button to enter the submenu.
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu and press the OK
button to confirm your selected setting (Auto, Daylight, Cloudy,
Fluorescent, Tungsten).
4. Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.
3.1.4 Exposure
This function adjusts the frame brightness in your video.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select using LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the OK
button to enter the submenu.
3.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu and press the OK
button to confirm your selected exposure mode (+3, +2, +1, 0, -1, -2, -3).
4.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.
3.1.5 ISO
This function adjusts the light sensitivity in your photograph.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the OK button
to enter the submenu.
3.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu and press the OK
button to confirm your selected ISO (Auto, 100, 200, 400).
4.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.
3.1.6 Loop Recording
This function allows you to set a maximum duration for each video clip recorded.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the
OK button to enter the submenu.
3.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select the required loop duration
option (On, Off, Loop Duration), and press the OK button to confirm
your selected option.
4.
press the OK button.
5.
Use the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select your desired loop duration
and press the OK button to select your desired setting (1 Minute, 3
Minutes, 5 Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.
Once you select an option, your camcorder will record video clips in this
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seamlessly end recording and begin recording a new video file.
3.1.7 Time-Lapse
This feature allows you to capture long sequences of events in a much
shorter time period.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the
OK button to enter the submenu.
3.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu and press the
OK button to confirm your selected setting (Off, Interval of 1 Second, 5
Seconds, 10 Seconds, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds).
4.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.
NOTE: By selecting the camera will capture a photo every 10 seconds
and create a time-lapse video. To disable Time- in
this submenu.
3.1.8 Effect
This function sets the color filter effect of a video.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the OK
button to enter the submenu.
3.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu and press the OK
button to confirm your selected filter (Normal, Black & White, Sepia, Red,
Green, Blue, Sunset, Warm, Cool, Over Exposure, IR, Binary, Vivid,
Undertone, Dog Eye, Aibao, Gothic, Japan Style, LOMO, Negative).
4.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.
3.1.9 Scene Mode
produce the best image for that selected scene.
1. In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select Mode using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the OK
button to enter the Mode submenu.
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu and press the OK
button to confirm your selected option (Auto, Night, Portrait, Landscape,
Backlight, Sport, Party, Beach, High Sensitivity).
4. Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.
3.1.10 Beauty Filter
This feature applies a filter effect on the people in the scene.
1. In Video Mode press the MENU button.

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2. Select Beauty Filter using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the OK
button to enter the Beauty Filter submenu.
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu and press the OK
button to confirm your selected option (On, Off).
4. Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.

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3.2 Photo Shooting
Power the camcorder on and press the MODE button or press the icon in the
top left hand corner of the touch screen to switch to Photo mode.
1.
Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in the shot.
2.
Hold the camera steady, press the PHOTO button to capture a photo.
3.
The number of photos that can be captured at a particular resolution
will be displayed in the top right corner of the screen.
4.
The number of remaining photos is determined by the selected photo
resolution. The higher the photo resolution, the lower the number of photos
you are able to be save to the memory card. Before capturing any photos,
you can select a preferred photo resolution.
3.2.1 Photo Size (Resolution)
This function sets the photo resolution. The higher the resolution, the greater
the photo quality and the larger the file size of the photo.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select Photo Size using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the OK
button to enter the Photo Size submenu.
3.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu and press the
OK button to confirm the selected photo resolution (48 MP, 30 MP, 24
MP, 20 MP, 16 MP, 12 MP, 10 MP, 8 MP, 7 MP Wide, 5 MP, 3 MP).
4.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.
3.2.2 Quality
The Photo Quality function determines the level of compression the
camcorder uses when saving photos to a memory card.
1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the OK
button to enter the submenu.
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select the required quality option
(Super Fine, Fine, Normal), and press the OK button to confirm your
selected image option. Super Fine uses the least amount of compression
for saving, and as a result produces a higher photo quality.
4. Press the MENU button to exit the menu without making a selection.
3.2.3 Sharpness
This function adjusts the visible detail of a photograph.
1. In Photo Mode, press the MENU button.
2. Select using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons and press the OK
button to enter the submenu.
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu and press the OK