Minolta MN50HD User manual

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Preface
About this Manual
Congratulations on purchasing the Minolta MN50HD 1080p Camcorder!
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. Note that the example
screens and product illustrations shown in this User’s Guide may differ somewhat from the
screens and configuration of the actual camera.
Copyright
This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved.
No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in
any form, without prior written permission of Elite Brands Inc. © 2017.
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

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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

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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 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 take apart 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

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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 monitor 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.

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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
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 adapter’s
internal surfaces. 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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Contents
Preparing for First Use....................................................................................8
► Camcorder Body Overview..................................................................8
► Inserting and Charging the Battery ...................................................10
► Inserting a Memory Card (SD Card) ................................................. 11
Basic Operation ............................................................................................12
► Powering the Camcorder On and Off ................................................12
► Navigating the Camcorder’s Menus ..................................................12
► Setting the Date & Time ....................................................................13
► Formatting the SD Card ....................................................................13
► Photo, Video and Playback Modes ...................................................14
► Display Icons on the LCD Screen .....................................................15
► Setting Up Your Camcorder for Use..................................................18
Recording Video ...........................................................................................20
► Video Mode Menu .............................................................................21
Shooting Photos ...........................................................................................23
► Photo Mode Menu.............................................................................24
Playback .......................................................................................................27

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► Playback Photos ...............................................................................28
► Playback Mode Menu........................................................................28
Connections..................................................................................................29
► Connecting the Camcorder to an HDTV............................................29
► Download Files to Your Computer.....................................................29
► Use the Camcorder as a PC Camera (Windows XP Only)................30
Software Installation .....................................................................................31
Technical Specification .................................................................................33
Attribution and Tech Support.........................................................................35

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Preparing for First Use
Camcorder Body Overview
1. LCD screen
2. Up / Playback button
3. Power button
4. T (Zoom-In) button
5. W (Zoom-Out) button
6. Mode button
7. Charging Indicator
8. Shutter button
9. OK / MENU button
10. Right / LED lamp button
11. USB port
12. HDMI port
13. Down button

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14. Left button
15. Speaker Output
16. Front Lens
17. Microphone
18. Self-timer Indicator
19. LED lamp
20. Wrist strap
21. Tripod socket
22. Battery compartment
23. SD Card slot
24. Compartment door