Sanyo VPC E1 - Xacti Camcorder - 6.0 MP User manual

SANYO Software Pack 9.2
For Digital Camera
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Please read these instructions carefully before using. Be sure to keep this manual
for later reference.

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ATTENTION
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displayed at the start of installation.
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manufacturer.
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written permission.
iThe contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
iSanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any problems resulting
from the use of this product.
iSanyo Electric declines all responsibility for damages due to improper use
of this product, failure to adhere to the instructions given in this manual, or
repairs or changes done by those other than a technician authorized by the
manufacturer.
iSanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any damage caused by
optional devices or consumable items used with this product other than
those supplied with this product or those specified by Sanyo Electric.
iSanyo Electric shall not be held responsible for any losses or loss of
revenue resulting from the loss of data caused by the malfunction, or the
repairing of a malfunction, of this product.

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COPYRIGHTS
This manual and the software are copyrighted materials from Sanyo Electric
Co., Ltd.
PowerPC is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corp.
(USA)
Macintosh and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the USA
and other countries.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the USA and other countries.
DirectX is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the USA and
other countries.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation (USA).
All other brand or product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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CONTENTS
CONTENTS ............................................................................................2
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................3
About this manual ............................................................................3
The software ....................................................................................4
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT ...............................................................5
BEFORE MOUNTING YOUR CAMERA .................................................6
Cautions when mounting your camera as a removable disk ...........6
Operating environment ....................................................................6
Data file formats ..............................................................................7
Configuration of directories in the card ............................................8
MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING YOUR CAMERA .............................9
Setting to the card reader mode ......................................................9
For Windows Vista/XP users .........................................................11
For Windows 2000 users ...............................................................12
For Mac OS 9.xx users ..................................................................13
For Mac OS X users ......................................................................13
CONNECTING IN THE MTP MODE ....................................................14
USING AS A PC CAMERA ...................................................................16
Before connecting your camera to a computer .............................16
Connect your camera to a computer .............................................17
INSTALLING THE APPLICATION SOFTWARE ..................................19
Windows ........................................................................................20
About using the supplied program software ..................................20
ABOUT Photoshop Album SE ..............................................................21
SCREEN CAPTURE .............................................................................23
Save a computer screen display in your camera ..........................25

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INTRODUCTION
This manual describes how to install and operate the SANYO Software Pack.
Please read this manual carefully, in order to use the images and audio
recordings captured with your camera in a wide range of applications.
About this manual
The explanations in this manual conform to the following conventions.
iThe examples given in this manual are generally based on a Windows
environment. For Macintosh users, while the menu names and screen
indications may be different, this is no impediment to understanding the
operation. In those places where the operations for Macintosh users and
Windows users differ, specific explanations are provided.
iIn this manual, the SD Memory Card is referred to as “card”.
hThis manual is designed for users with the following computer skills:
hKnowledge of basic computer operations
hKnowledge of basic mouse operations
hKnowledge of how to open, close, move, minimize and maximize
windows
hKnowledge of how to move from one folder to another folder
Detailed information about the operations listed above can be found in the
printed or online manuals accompanying the computer or operating system
software.
Symbols used in this manual
HINT Extra information about software or cautionary notes.
CAUTION Points requiring special attention.
(page xx) Refer to the page indicated for detailed information.

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The software
The following software applications are in the SANYO Software Pack.
Please see page 19 for a summary of each software program.
iAdobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition (Windows)
In this manual, referred to Photoshop Album SE.
iScreen Capture 1.1 (Windows)
In this manual, referred to as Screen Capture.

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OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
* Limited to models with preinstalled OS.
Software Screen Capture 1.1 Adobe Photoshop Album SE
OS*
Windows 2000/Windows XP/
Windows Vista
(provided with USB)
Windows XP/Windows Vista
(provided with USB)
CPU Pentium or later Pentium/Pentium M/Centrio
1.6 GHz or later
Memory 128 MB or more (512 MB or
more recommended)
512 MB (if Vista)
(1.5 GB or more
recommended)
HDD 60 MB or more unused disk space
Drive CD-ROM
Other DirectX 9.0 or above

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BEFORE MOUNTING YOUR CAMERA
The camera can be used as a card reader if it is connected to a computer.
Cautions when mounting your camera as a
removable disk
iDo not alter files or folders in your camera in any way. Doing so may result
in your camera not recognizing that data.
If you want to edit files, first copy them to your computer’s hard drive.
iCards formatted on your computer cannot be used by your camera. Format
all cards to be used by your camera with your camera.
Operating environment
Windows
A computer with a standard-equipped USB port, and preinstalled with
Windows 2000 or later is required. Correct operation cannot be guaranteed
for models with upgraded Windows systems.
Mac OS
A model with a standard-equipped USB port, and preinstalled with Mac OS
9.0, 9.1, 9.2, Mac OS X 10.1 or later is required.

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Data file formats
The format of the files saved on the card and the method in which the file
names are determined are explained below.
* Consecutive numbers assigned in the order the data was saved.
Type of data Data format File name structure
Still image/
sequential
shots data
JPEG
File name begins with SANY.
Extension is “.jpg”.
SANY****.jpg
Voice memo
data WAVE
Same file name as corresponding still image
data
Extension is “.wav”.
SANY****.wav
Video clip
data
QuickTime
Movie
File name begins with SANY.
Extension is “.mov”.
SANY****.mov*
Audio
recording
data
WAVE
File name begins with SUND.
Extension is “.wav”.
SUND****.wav*

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Configuration of directories in the card
* Up to 9,999 files can be stored in folder 100SANPH. If more image or audio
files are made, a folder named 101SANPH is created, and they will be
stored in there. New folders will then be named in sequence, i.e.,
102SANPH, 103SANPH, etc.
HINT
About video clip files recorded with this camera
iYou can use Apple’s QuickTime 3 or later version to play back video clips
on a computer.
iQuickTime can be downloaded from the following website:
http://www.apple.com/quicktime
About file names when the card is replaced...
iIf the file number memory function is set to on, even when the card is
replaced, consecutive numbering of folder numbers and file names
continues from the previously installed card (see page 111 in the camera’s
instruction manual).
CAUTION
If you intend to view the images on the camera, do not use a computer
to rewrite the card data.
iIf the folders, file names, or their configuration is modified using a personal
computer, it will be impossible to play back the data using the camera, and
the camera may not operate properly.
ROOT DCIM
MISC
100SANPH
101SANPH
SANY0001.jpg
SANY0001.jpg
SANY0002.jpg
SANY9999.jpg
SANY0002.jpg
SANY0003.mov
SUND0004.wav
SANY0005.jpg
102SANPH SANY0001.jpg
SANY0002.jpg
Folder number Image
number
Image or
audio dat
a
number
(Location
of DPOF
files)

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MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING YOUR CAMERA
Setting to the card reader mode
1Start your computer, use the supplied USB interface cable to
connect your camera to the computer.
hConnect the camera’s USB/AV terminal to the computer’s USB
connector.
hThe USB Connection Screen appears on the camera’s monitor.
2Select “COMPUTER”, and press the SET button.
hThe screen to select the connection mode appears.
USB CONNECTION
CANCEL
PRINTER
COMPUTER
SELECTOK
To USB connector
on the computer
Supplied dedicated USB
interface cable
To the USB/AV terminal
USB CONNECTIONUSB CONNECTION
CARD READER
SCREEN CAPTURE
PC CAMERA
MTP
OKOK SELECTSELECT

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3Select “CARD READER”, and press the SET button.
CAUTION
Insert and pull out the cable carefully
iWhen connecting the cables, make sure that the cable plugs are correctly
oriented and that they match the shapes of the terminal sockets on the
devices. Push the plugs in straight when connecting them. If undue force is
used to connect a cable, it may permanently damage the connector pins in
the terminal socket.
iDo not use excessive force when connecting and disconnecting cables.
iPlease connect the dedicated USB interface cable to your computer’s USB
connector. Do not connect it to the USB port on your monitor or keyboard,
or to the USB hub. Be especially careful when installing the driver
software. In some instances, it may not be possible to correctly install the
driver software.
To access the data in the camera’s internal memory...
iRemove the card from the camera.

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For Windows Vista/XP users
Mounting your camera
1Set the camera to the card reader mode (page 9).
hThe message [Found New Hardware] appears in the task tray,
showing that the camera is recognized as a drive.
hThe card is recognized (mounted) as a disk, and the [Removable disk
(E:)] window opens.
* The drive name (E:) may be different on your computer.
2Select an action.
hSelect the desired procedure.
Dismounting the camera
CAUTION
iTo disconnect your camera, be sure to follow the procedure below. Failure
to follow this procedure may cause faulty operation of your computer or
loss of card data.
1Left-click on the icon for safely removing hardware.
hA list appears showing the devices connected to the computer’s USB
connector.
<Windows Vista>
hClose the window.
2Left-click on the camera drive (E:).
hThe camera can now be disconnected.
* The drive name (E:) may be different on your computer.

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For Windows 2000 users
Mounting your camera
1Set the camera to the card reader mode (page 9).
hIf a message to search for new hardware appears on the computer
monitor, follow the instructions and install the driver.
hThe camera is recognized as a drive, and [Removable disk (E:)]
appears in the [My Computer] window.
* The drive name (E:) may be different on your computer.
hThe card is recognized (mounted) as a disk.
hDouble-click on the [Removable disk (E:)] icon in [My Computer], and
you can process the contents of the card installed in your camera
exactly like you would the data in the other computer drives.
Dismounting the camera
CAUTION
iTo disconnect your camera, be sure to follow the procedure below. Failure
to follow this procedure may cause faulty operation of your computer or
loss of card data.
1Left-click on [Unplug or Eject Hardware] in the task tray.
hA list appears showing the devices connected to the computer’s USB
connector.
2Left-click on the camera drive (E:).
* The drive name (E:) may be different on your computer.
hThe [Safe to Remove Hardware] dialog box will open.
3Click on the [OK] button.
hYou can now disconnect the camera.

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For Mac OS 9.xx users
Mounting your camera
1Set the camera to the card reader mode (page 9).
hThe camera is recognized as a drive and appears as an icon named
[Untitled] on the Desktop.
hDouble-click on the [Untitled] icon, and you can process the contents
of the card installed in your camera exactly like you would the data in
the other computer drives.
Dismounting the camera
CAUTION
iTo disconnect your camera, be sure to follow the procedure below. Failure
to follow this procedure may cause faulty operation of your computer or
loss of card data.
1Drag the [Untitled] icon for your camera on the Desktop to the
trashcan.
hThe [Untitled] icon disappears from the Desktop.
hYou can now disconnect your camera.
For Mac OS X users
Use the same mounting and dismounting procedure as for the Mac OS
9.xx. However, if an application which automatically recognizes camera
images is installed, it will be activated.

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CONNECTING IN THE MTP MODE
If Windows Vista is your computer’s operating system, you can connect your
camera in the MTP mode.
1
Start your computer, and use the supplied USB interface cable to
connect your camera to the computer.
hConnect the camera’s USB/AV terminal to the computer’s USB
connector.
2
Turn on the camera (see page 23 in the camera’s instruction manual).
hThe USB Connection Screen appears on the camera’s monitor.
USB CONNECTION
CANCEL
PRINTER
COMPUTER
SELECTOK
To USB connector
on the computer
Supplied dedicated
USB interface cable
To the USB/AV terminal

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3Select “COMPUTER”, and press the SET button.
hThe screen to select the connection mode appears.
4Select “MTP”, and press the SET button.
CAUTION
Insert and pull out the cable carefully
iWhen connecting the cables, make sure that the cable plugs are correctly
oriented and that they match the shapes of the terminal sockets on the
devices. Push the plugs in straight when connecting them. If undue force is
used to connect a cable, it may permanently damage the connector pins in
the terminal socket.
iDo not use excessive force when connecting and disconnecting cables.
iPlease connect the dedicated USB interface cable to your computer’s USB
connector. Do not connect it to the USB port on your monitor or keyboard,
or to the USB hub. Be especially careful when installing the driver
software. In some instances, it may not be possible to correctly install the
driver software.
USB CONNECTIONUSB CONNECTION
CARD READER
SCREEN CAPTURE
PC CAMERA
MTP
OKOK SELECTSELECT

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USING AS A PC CAMERA
If running Windows XP, you can connect the camera to a computer and use it
as a PC camera. Before using your camera as a PC camera, please install
Windows XP SP2.
The PC camera functions can be used with Windows Messenger 5.0 or later
version, or MSN Messenger 7.0 or later version.
Before connecting your camera to a computer
Please perform the following upgrades before connecting the camera to a
computer.
iUpgrade Windows XP to SP2.
Install Windows XP SP2.
iInstall Windows Messenger 5.0 or later version.
Download Windows Messenger 5.0 or later version, and install it.
iIf using MSN Messenger, please install MSN Messenger 7.0 or later
version.
CAUTION
iThe PC camera function can be used only with computers in which
Windows XP was preinstalled. Correct operation cannot be guaranteed for
models that have been upgraded to Windows XP.
iThe zoom cannot be used with the PC camera function. Moreover, only
images can be recorded; audio data cannot be recorded.
iAlthough your camera can shoot at a maximum rate of 15 frames per
second, the rate at which you can broadcast in the PC camera mode may
be less than this depending on the speed of your Internet connection.

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Connect your camera to a computer
1Start your computer, and use the supplied USB interface cable to
connect your camera to the computer.
hConnect the camera’s USB/AV terminal to the computer’s USB
connector.
hThe USB Connection Screen appears on the camera’s monitor.
2Select “COMPUTER”, and press the SET button.
hThe screen to select the connection mode appears.
USB CONNECTION
CANCEL
PRINTER
COMPUTER
SELECTOK
To USB connector
on the computer
Supplied dedicated USB
interface cable
To the USB/AV terminal
USB CONNECTIONUSB CONNECTION
CARD READER
SCREEN CAPTURE
PC CAMERA
MTP
OKOK SELECTSELECT

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3Select “PC CAMERA”, and press the SET button.
CAUTION
Insert and pull out the cable carefully
iWhen connecting the cables, make sure that the cable plugs are correctly
oriented and that they match the shapes of the terminal sockets on the
devices. Push the plugs in straight when connecting them. If undue force is
used to connect a cable, it may permanently damage the connector pins in
the terminal socket.
iDo not use excessive force when connecting and disconnecting cables.
HINT
If the [USB Video Device] icon does not appear in the [My Computer]
window...
iThe device driver installation may not have been successful. Open the
[Printer and Other Hardware] folder in [Control Panel], delete [USB Video
Device] from [Scanners and Cameras], and reinstall the device driver.