Sanyo Xacti VPC-C1EX User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL Digital Movie VPC-C1
Important note
This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-C1EX and
VPC-C1. Any information regarding only one of these products will
be labeled as such.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera. Make
sure to read and understand the section “USING YOUR CAMERA
SAFELY AND CORRECTLY” on pages 7 to 24. Keep this manual in a
safe place for later reference.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL VPC-C1EX
VPC-C1
Digital Movie
Printed on recycled paper
1AG6P1P1704--
SX613/EX, U (1003KP-SY)
SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.
Printed in Japan
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iEnglish
Warning
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
FOR AMERICAN USERS
eThis 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:
dReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
dIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
dConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
dConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
eChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Tested to Comply with FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
The FCC logo is included in the rating that can be found inside the battery case.
Declaration of Conformity
Model number : VPC-C1
Trade Name : SANYO
Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY
Address : 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311
Telephone No. : [phone]
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.
FOR CANADIAN USERS
eThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Conformity to EC Directives
eThis unit complies with EC Directives 89/336/EEC
and 73/23/EEC.
eThe rating plate can be found inside the set after the
battery cover and battery are removed.
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OUTLINE OF OPERATION
To help you get started enjoying using your camera right away, given below is
an outline of the fundamental operation, from setup to shooting to playback.
SETUP
(1) Connect the AC adapter/charger (page 128).
(2) Install the battery pack and SD Memory
Card*1in the camera (page 35, 36).
CAUTION
eThis camera uses an SD Memory Card
instead of photographic film to record
images. Be sure to install the SD Memory
Card before operating the camera. A 128MB
SD Memory Card is supplied with this
camera.
eBe sure to format the SD Memory Card with
this camera before using it. A card that is not
formatted using the camera may limit your
full use of all the camera’s capabilities.
SHOOTING
(1) Turn on the camera (page 37).
(2) Take photos in the BASIC operation mode*2.
eIn the BASIC mode, it's easy to take great photos
right away.
eTo switch the menu mode, see page 42.
eFor shooting video clips, see page 47.
eFor shooting still photos, see page 48.
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PLAYBACK
(1) View your photos in the BASIC operation
mode (page 64).
Playback as well is easy in the BASIC mode.
*1: About the SD Memory Card
In this manual, the SD Memory Card is
referred to as “card”.
*2: Shooting in the BASIC mode
For recording and viewing images, your
camera has two modes to choose from. In the
BASIC mode, only the basic camera functions
are used. In the EXPERT mode, you have full
access to all the camera's functions.
Symbols used in this manual
HINT Points that may prove useful when using the camera.
NOTE Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay
attention to.
CAUTION Points that require special attention.
(page xx) Refer to the page indicated for detailed information.
You may find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera
operation in the sections “COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS”(page 149) and
“TROUBLESHOOTING”(page 157).
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CONTENTS
OUTLINE OF OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY . . . . . . . . .7
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . .27
iPREPARATION
PARTS NAMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK AND CARD . . . . . . . . . . . .35
TURNING THE POWER ON AND OFF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
OPERATION BUTTONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
SWITCHING THE MENU MODE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
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BASIC MODE
iSHOOTING
CAPTURING IMAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
ABOUT THE BASIC MODE SHOOTING SETTING SCREEN . . 52
CHANGING THE SHOOTING SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
OTHER SHOOTING FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
iPLAYBACK
VIEWING IMAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
ABOUT THE BASIC MODE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREEN . . 68
OTHER PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
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EXPERT MODE
iSHOOTING
ABOUT THE EXPERT MODE SHOOTING SETTING SCREEN 78
VIDEO IMAGE QUALITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
FOCUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
FLICKER-REDUCTION FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
ISO SENSITIVITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
WHITE BALANCE SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
EXPOSURE CORRECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
iPLAYBACK
ABOUT THE EXPERT MODE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREEN.87
ROTATE IMAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
EDITING VIDEO CLIPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
PRINT SETTINGS (STILL IMAGES ONLY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
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OPTION SETTINGS
iCAMERA SETTINGS
ABOUT THE OPTION SETTING SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
GUIDANCE FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
OPERATIONAL SOUNDS SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
USB FUNCTION SETTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
FILE NO. RESET FUNCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
DATE AND TIME SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
SCREEN LANGUAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
TV SYSTEM SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
POWER SAVE SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
FORMATTING A CARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . 124
CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE. . . 126
iOTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS
DOCKING STATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
CABLE ADAPTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
CONNECTING TO A PRINTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
iAPPENDICES
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND
CORRECTLY
CAMERA
WARNING
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iIf the camera makes a strange noise, emits a
strange odor, or if smoke comes out from it,
immediately turn off the power and remove the
battery pack.
eIf the camera is used under these conditions, it may cause
a fire or electric shock. Immediately turn off the digital
camera, remove the battery pack, and wait to make sure
no more smoke comes from the camera. Then take it to the
dealer for service. Do not try to repair or open the camera
yourself.
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ii
iDo not modify or open the cabinet
eHigh voltage circuits are inside, and there is a high risk of
fire or electric shock if they are touched. Any internal
check, setting, or repair should be performed by the dealer.
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ii
iDo not use while driving
eDo not capture images, play back images, or watch the
LCD monitor while driving a vehicle. Doing so may cause
an accident.
eBe careful where you put down the camera inside an
automobile. During sudden stops or turns it may fall behind
the brake pedal and prevent braking.
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ii
iBe aware of your surroundings when using the
camera
ePay close attention to your surroundings when using the
camera. Failure to do so may lead to an accident or injury.
eWhen using the camera while walking, be very careful of
your surroundings and especially the traffic to avoid
accidents.
eDo not use the camera inside an airplane or elsewhere
where its use may be restricted.
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