Sanyo Xacti VPC-S1 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL VPC-S1
Digital Camera
Important note
This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-S1.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the digital camera. Make sure
to read and understand the section “USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY
AND CORRECTLY” on pages 7 to 18. Keep this manual in a safe place for later
reference.
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OUTLINE OF OPERATION
To help you get started enjoying using your digital camera right away, given
below is an outline of the fundamental operation, from setup to shooting to
playback.
SETUP
1Install the batteries (see page 21).
2Install the SD Memory Card*1(see page 22).
3Format the SD Memory Card (see page 120).
NOTE
œThis 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
16MB SD Memory Card is supplied with this camera. A
64MB SD Memory Card is also available as a
commercially sold accessory.
œBe sure to format the SD Memory Card with this digital
camera before using it. A card that is not formatted
using the digital camera may interfere with the operation
of your camera.
SHOOTING
1Capture an image.
œShoot a still image (see page 37).
œShoot a sequential shots series (see page 38).
œShoot a video clip*2(see page 43).
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PLAYBACK
œSee “View the image just captured (preview display)”on page 34.
œSee “PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES”on page 69.
œSee “PLAYING BACK SEQUENTIAL SHOTS”on page 70.
œSee “PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS”*2on page 71.
*1: About the SD Memory Card
This digital camera can use either an SD Memory Card or a Multi Media
Card for data storage. This manual is written with the premise that SD
Memory Cards are used. In this manual, SD Memory Card and Multi
Media Card are both referred to as “card”.
*2: About video clips
This digital camera does not have audio record or playback functions.
Therefore, your recorded video clips will not have sound. Moreover, even
if you play back video clips that do have recorded sound with this camera,
no sound will be generated.
Symbols used in this manual
HINT Points that may prove useful when using the digital camera.
NOTE Points giving some extended instructions or special points to
pay attention to.
CAUTION Points that require special attention.
(see 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 130)
and “TROUBLESHOOTING”(page 141).
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CONTENTS
OUTLINE OF OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY . . . . . . . 7
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
QUICK START FOR CAPTURING IMAGES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
BPREPARATION
PARTS NAMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
BSHOOTING
SETTING THE SHOOTING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
CAPTURING STILL IMAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
SEQUENTIAL SHOTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
VIDEO CLIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
ABOUT THE SHOOTING SETTING SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
ADJUSTING THE SHOOTING SETTINGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
OTHER SHOOTING FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
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BPLAYBACK
SETTING THE PLAYBACK MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
PLAYING BACK STILL IMAGES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
PLAYING BACK SEQUENTIAL SHOTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
ABOUT THE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
OTHER PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
BOTHER FUNCTIONS
IMAGE PROTECT MODE (PREVENT ACCIDENTAL ERASURE) . . . . 79
ERASING DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
CHANGING IMAGE SIZE (RESIZE) (STILL IMAGES ONLY). . . . . . . . . 84
COPYING IMAGES (SEQUENTIAL SHOTS, VIDEO CLIPS
ONLY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
PRINT SETTINGS (STILL IMAGES ONLY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
PictBridge PRINTING (STILL IMAGES ONLY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
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CONTENTS
BCAMERA SETTINGS
ABOUT THE OPTION SETTING MODE SCREEN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
DATE AND TIME SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
OPERATION SOUNDS SETTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
HELP DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
LANGUAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
TV SYSTEM SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
POWER SAVE SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
FILE NUMBER RESET FUNCTION SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
FORMATTING A CARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY CHARGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
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BCONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
CONNECTING TO A TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
BAPPENDICES
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
TROUBLESHOOTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND
CORRECTLY
CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA
WARNING
BIf the digital camera makes a strange noise, emits a strange
odor, or if smoke comes out from it, immediately turn off the
power and remove the batteries.
œIf the digital camera is used under these conditions, it may
cause a fire or electric shock. Immediately turn off the
digital camera, remove the batteries, and wait to make sure
no more smoke comes from the digital camera. Then take it
to the dealer for service. Do not try to repair or open the
digital camera yourself.
BDo not modify or open the cabinet
œHigh 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.
BDo not use while driving
œDo not capture images, play back images, or watch the
LCD monitor while driving a vehicle. Doing so may cause
an accident.
œBe careful where you put down the digital camera inside an
automobile. During sudden stops or turns it may fall behind
the brake pedal and prevent braking.
BBe aware of your surroundings when using the digital
camera
œPay close attention to your surroundings when using the
digital camera. Failure to do so may lead to an accident or
injury.
œWhen using the digital camera while walking, be very
careful of your surroundings and especially the traffic to
avoid accidents.
œDo not use the digital camera inside an airplane or
elsewhere where its use may be restricted.
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BDo not get the digital camera wet
œThis digital camera is not water-resistant. Do not allow it to
get wet, as doing so may cause a fire or electric shock.
œDo not use the digital camera in a bathroom
œIf the digital camera gets wet, immediately turn it off and
remove the batteries. Then take it to a dealer for repair.
Using the digital camera after it has been become wet may
cause a fire, electric shock, or other accident.
BDo not use during a storm
œTo avoid the risk of being struck by lightning, do not use the
digital camera during a thunderstorm. In particular, if used
in an open field, you have an increased chance of being
struck by lightning. Quickly seek refuge in a place that will
protect you from lightning.
BDo not place on an unstable surface
œThe digital camera may fall, resulting in damage to the
digital camera or injury.
œIf the digital camera has fallen and its body is damaged,
turn it off, remove the batteries, and take it to the dealer for
repair. Using the digital camera after its body has been
damaged may cause a fire or electric shock.
BDo not look through the digital camera into the sun
œDo not look through the digital camera at the sun or any
other strong source of light. Doing so may seriously injure
your eyes.
BDo not use the flash close to a person’s face
œTo prevent possible eye injury, do not use the flash near a
person’s face (especially young children or babies). If the
flash is used close to a person’s opened eyes, there is a
risk that it may damage that person’s eyesight.
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY
(CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA)
WARNING
BDo not use where there is risk of explosion
œDo not use the digital camera in a location where there is
explosive gas, or any other flammable material in the air.
Doing so may cause a fire or an explosion.
BKeep the digital camera out of the reach of children
œThe following may happen if children play with the digital
camera:
œThey may wrap the strap around their neck and suffocate.
œThey may swallow the batteries or other small parts. In
such a case, consult a physician immediately.
œThey may damage their eyesight if the flash goes off too
close to their eyes.
œThey may get hurt by the digital camera.
CAUTION
BCautions when carrying the digital camera
œDo not walk around holding the digital camera by the
handstrap. It may hit other objects and get damaged. When
walking around, hold the digital camera in your hand or
place it in a pocket.
œBe careful not to drop the digital camera or subject it to
strong shocks.
œMake sure direct sunlight does not hit the digital camera
lens, as that may damage the internal parts. When not
using the digital camera, be sure to always turn it off and
retract the lens.
BIf the digital camera is not going to be used for a long
period of time
œFor safety’s sake, remove the batteries from the camera.
This will prevent any possible excess heat or leakage of
battery fluid that may result in injuries or damage to nearby
objects. (Note that when the batteries is removed for a long
period, the time and date settings will be cleared.)
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BCautions during use and storage
œThis digital camera is a precision instrument. When using or storing the
digital camera, make sure to avoid the following locations.
œPlaces in direct sunlight
œPlaces where humidity and temperature are high
œPlaces that may get wet
œPlaces close to an air conditioner or heater
œInside a car
œPlaces where there is dust and dirt
œPlaces where there is a fire burning
œPlaces where volatile products are stored
œPlaces subject to vibration
Operating environment
œTemperature 0 to 40°C (operation)
–20 to 60°C (storage)
œHumidity 30 to 90% (operation, no condensation)
10 to 90% (storage, no condensation)
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY
WARNING
Cautions concerning the alkaline batteries
œFollow all the warnings indicated below to prevent the batteries from
leaking, overheating, exploding, catching fire, or becoming damaged.
œDo not install with the polarities ((+) and (–)) inverted.
œDo not recharge the batteries.
œDo not heat the batteries or throw them in a fire.
œDo not allow metal objects to touch the terminals. Do not carry loose with
necklaces, hairpins, etc.
œDo not transform, take apart, or modify the batteries.
œDo not solder the batteries.
œDo not allow the batteries to come into contact with fresh or salt water, or
allow the terminals to become wet.
œDo not attempt to remove or puncture the outer casing.
œImmediately discontinue use if there is leaking, swelling, temperature
rising, discoloration, or any other abnormal condition.
œKeep out of the reach of children.
œIn the event that a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention right
away.
œDo not drop, hit, or submit the batteries to strong shocks.
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General precautions concerning the batteries
œUse only alkaline batteries or other specified batteries in this
camera. Manganese batteries cannot be used, as they have a
short battery life and may overheat, causing damage to the digital
camera.
œNever use an alkaline battery together with a Ni-Cd battery, or batteries
of different types or different brands at the same time.
œDo not use a new battery together with an old battery, or combine
consumed batteries.
œMake sure not to invert the polarity ((+) and (–)) when installing the
batteries.
œUse of batteries of different types, new and old batteries, or consumed
batteries together may generate heat or cause the batteries to leak,
resulting in fire, injury or burns, or damage to the digital camera and
any other nearby object.
œWhen purchasing batteries, be sure to purchase only the specified
batteries. Use of batteries without protective casings or other inferior
products may cause a fire, injury, or burns.
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WARNING
œThe batteries may be warm immediately after the digital
camera is used. If removing the batteries, turn off the digital
camera and allow the batteries to cool down before
removing them.
œIf a battery is leaking and the electrolyte gets on your skin or
clothing, immediately rinse with clean water. If the
electrolyte gets into your eyes, you risk losing your eyesight.
Do not rub your eyes, but immediately rinse your eyes with
clean, running water, and seek medical attention right away.
œDo not drop or hit the batteries, or submit them to strong shocks.
œIf the digital camera is not going to be used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries and store them in a cool place. (When the batteries
are removed for a long period, the time and date settings will be cleared.)
œWhen disposing of the batteries, be sure to follow all applicable regulations.
œExcept for the lithium battery (CR-V3), if used in temperatures below 10°C,
the service life of the batteries will be shorter than normal.
œIf using rechargeable batteries, use after fully recharging with the exclusive
battery charger. Always read the instruction manuals that may come with
the batteries you purchase before use.
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Concerning the accessories
CAUTION
BCautions concerning the use of the AC adapter
œUse only the separately sold AC adapter (model VAR-G4AEX for Europe,
U.K. and others, and model VAR-G4AU for North America and others) with
your digital camera. Do not use an AC adapter other than the one indicted
here, designed for specific use with your digital camera.
œIf an AC adapter other than the specified one is used, it may damage the
digital camera and cause a fire or electric shock.
œNormally when using an AC adapter, remove the batteries. Otherwise the
batteries may cause excess heat, leakage, injury or damage to nearby
objects.
œFor complete information on how to use the AC adapter, refer to the
instructions accompanying it.
BCautions concerning the card
œImmediately after use, the card will be very hot. Before removing the card,
turn off the digital camera and wait for the temperature to cool down.
œKeep out of the reach of children. Young children may put the media in
their mouth and choke or cause some other unexpected injury or accident.
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FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR CAMERA
BCautions before capturing important images
œBefore capturing important images, make sure that the digital camera is
operating properly and in condition to capture the image properly.
œSanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses that result
from images that could not be recorded, are erased, destroyed, or
damaged in any way due to a problem with the digital camera, any of its
accessories, or its software.
BCaution concerning copyrights
œThe images you capture with your digital camera are for your own
private use; any other use may violate the rights of copyrights owners.
BCautions when cleaning the digital camera
Cleaning procedure
1 Turn off the digital camera and remove the batteries.
2 Remove the dirt with a soft cloth.
3 If the digital camera is extremely dirty, wipe with a soft cloth
moistened with a mild detergent diluted with water and wrung dry.
Caution
œDo not use benzene or thinner products to clean the digital camera. Doing
so may cause deformation, discoloration, or paint peeling. When using a
chemically treated cloth, carefully read its instructions and warnings.
œDo not spray insecticides or volatile sprays on the digital camera. Do not let
rubber or vinyl objects contact the digital camera for a long period. They
may cause deformation, discoloration, or paint peeling.
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BCaution concerning the batteries and terminals
œPeriodically clean the battery terminals ((+) and (–)) as well as the
terminals in the camera’s battery compartment cover with a dry cloth.
Do not touch the terminals of either the batteries or the battery
compartment with your bare hands. Doing so will allow contaminants from
your hands to adhere to the terminals and oxidize, increasing the contact
resistance. If the contact resistance increases, the usable life of the
batteries will diminish.
BCaution when cleaning the lens
œIf the lens gets dirty, use a commercially available air blower or a cleaning
cloth for photographic equipment to clean it.
BWhen not using the digital camera for a long period
œRemove the batteries. However, when the batteries are removed for a long
time, the digital camera functions may begin to not work properly.
Periodically reinstall the batteries and check the digital camera functions.
œIf the batteries is left in the digital camera, a small amount of power is still
used even if the digital camera is turned off. If the batteries are left in the
digital camera for a long period, they may become completely discharged
and cannot be used.
BCautions concerning condensation
œUsing the digital camera with condensation inside it may damage the digital
camera.
If condensation seems likely to form
œPlace the digital camera in a plastic bag and seal it, and then wait until the
digital camera has reached the ambient temperature.
Be careful of condensation under the following conditions
œWhen moving the digital camera suddenly from a cold place to a warm
place.
œWhen the ambient temperature changes drastically, such as when a heater
is turned on to quickly heat the room.
œWhen the digital camera is placed in the path of cool air from an air
conditioner.
œWhen the digital camera is placed in a location of high humidity.
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FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR CAMERA (Continued)
BCaution concerning undesired interference
œThe digital camera may create undesired interference if used close to a
television or radio. To avoid this type of interference, make sure the cores
on the supplied video cable and USB interface cable are not removed.
BCautions concerning data storage
œIt is recommended that any important data be copied onto a separate
media (such as a hard disk, MO disk, or CD-R disk).
œStored data may be lost (or corrupted) in cases such as those listed below.
Sanyo Electric will not be held responsible for any damage or lost profits
arising from the loss of data.
œIf the card is used incorrectly.
œIf the card is not inserted correctly into the digital camera.
œIf the card is subjected to electrical or mechanical shocks or other forces.
œIf the card is removed from the digital camera or if the digital camera is
turned off during reading or writing operations.
œIf the card has reached the end of its usable life.
Core Core
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CAUTION
BCautions when handling the cards
œThe cards are precision devices. Do not bend, drop, or subject them to
strong forces or shocks.
œAvoid using or storing the cards in places with extremely high or low
temperatures, subject to direct sunlight, in a completely closed vehicle,
near air conditioners or heaters, or in humid or dusty locations.
œAvoid using or storing the cards in locations where strong static electrical
charges or electrical noise can be easily generated.
œDo not allow the edges of the cards to become contaminated with foreign
materials. Gently wipe away any contamination with a soft, dry cloth.
œDo not carry the cards in trouser pockets, as the cards may become
damaged when you sit down or make other movements that may apply
forces.
œBefore using a new card or a card that was used in other equipment, be
sure to format it using the digital camera (see “FORMATTING A CARD”on
page 120).
œWhen buying commercially available products, carefully read the
instructions and warnings that come with the card.
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
œHandstrap œSoftware: 1 CD-ROM
œDedicated video cable: 1 œDedicated USB interface
cable: 1
œAA alkaline batteries: 2 œSoft case
(batteries specially made to be used
as included accessories)
œSD Memory Card (16MB): 1
œRecording (images) and
erasing are inhibited
(accidental erase protect
function) when the tab is set
to the LOCK position.
œThe card is normally used
with the tab set to the
unlocked position.
Lock
Unlock
Write-protect tab
Terminals
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