DXG DXG-517V HD Manuel d'utilisateur

DXG-517V HDUser’s Manual DXG USA

viii • Ensure the battery is inserted correctly. Inserting the battery incorrectly can cause damage to the product and possibly start a fire. • Re

11 Introducing the camera Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the video camera. This chapter also covers system requirem

1.3 Unpacking the video camera The following items should be present in the package. If any item is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer

1.4 About the camera Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the buttons and controls of this video camera. 1.4.1 Front v

Shutter button Zoom / Volume button 1.4.3 Bottom view Battery compartment Tripod mount 1.4.4 Right view 4

LCD screen cover 5

1.4.5 Left view Hand strapMacro switch 1.4.6 Back view Mode dial Playback buttonScroll wheelUSB / AV OutputREC. / Power LED REC. / STOP button

1.4.7 Adjusting the LCD display Flip and twist the LCD screen as shown while capturing a still image or recording a video clip. 7

See the table below for a description of each button’s function. Button Name Function Power button Press and hold to turn power on/off. Menu butto

z In Movie Playback mode: 1. Press up and down to scroll through stored movies, and press inwards to play/stop movie playback. 2. While playing a m

Zoom button z In Photo and Movie modes, press to zoom in and out. z In Photo Playback mode: 1. Press the button right to zoom in your photo. 2.

111.4.8 About the LEDs The following table describes the camera LEDs: LED Color Definition Green Power-on Green Blinking Recording Red Camera bu

2 Getting started Read this section to learn how to start using the video camera. This section covers basic functions such as switching on, insertin

3. Press down the SD card compartment cover. 4. Push the SD card compartment cover inwards. 13

2.2 Inserting the batteries This video camera is designed to AAA alkaline batteries or a rechargeable Li-Ion battery. Only use the batteries supplie

2.3 Turning on the video camera Press and hold the power button to turn the video camera on/off. 2.4 Changing modes The video camera can operate in

2.5 Before you start Before you start using the video camera, some basic settings such as date and time, languages and beep function need to be conf

2.5.2 Setting the language 1. Turn on the video camera, and move the mode dial to SET. Move the scroll wheel up /down to highlight Language. Press

2.5.3 Setting the beep 1. Turn on the video camera, and move the mode dial to SET. Move the scroll wheel up/ down to highlight Beep. Press the scr

2.6 Shoot/Playback video 2.6.1 Shooting a video clip 1. Turn on the video camera and move the mode dial to Movie mode. Movie mode 2. Use the LCD

iTable of Contents Preface ...v About this manual...

3. The LCD preview and the ratio of a still-image capture can vary depending on the different video resolution settings. See the following table:

2.6.2 Playing a video clip 1. In Movie mode, press the Playback button and the most recent file displays on the LCD screen. Movie playback mode

2.7 Taking/viewing pictures 2.7.1 Taking a still picture 1. Turn on the camera and move the mode dial to Photo mode. Photo mode 2. Use the LCD

2.7.2 Viewing images 1. In Photo mode, press the Playback button and the most recent image displays on the LCD screen. Playback mode 2. Pres

2.8 Connecting to a computer Read this section to learn how to transfer files to a PC, show the video clips or photos on TV/DVD. Connect the video

2.10 Connecting to a DVD Player Connect the video camera to a DVD player with the AV cable provided. 2.11 Connecting to an HDTV Read this section

3 Using the camera Read this section to learn how to use the camera. 3.1 Movie and voice recorder mode Use this mode to capture video clips or recor

4 White balance indicator 5 Remaining memory capacity 6 Memory status indicator : SD card indicator : Internal memory indicator 7 Remaining

3 Battery indicator 4 Voice recorder mode indicator 3.1.2 Using the macro function This function can capture subjects close to the lens. In macr

293.1.5 Quick access controls You can also make adjustments to exposure and lighting settings by pressing the scroll wheel up and down or inwards.

ii 2.5 Before you start ...16 2.5.1 Setting the date and time...16 2.5.2 Se

3.2 Photo mode Use Photo mode to capture still pictures and store them in the internal memory or on an SD card. 3.2.1 Photo mode icons Use the fo

6 Memory status indicator : SD card indicator : Internal memory indicator 7 File size indicator 8 Battery indicator 9 Histogram indicator 10

3.3 Movie Playback mode Use Movie Playback mode to review all the movie files stored in the video camera. 3.3.1 Movie Playback mode icons Refer to

3 Memory status indicator : SD card indicator : Internal memory indicator 4 The length of every video clip 5 / Play/ Pause indicator 6 Batte

7 Battery status indicator 8 File protect indicator 9 Voice playback mode 10 Displays the file number of the audio clip 34

3.4 Photo Playback mode Use Photo Playback mode to review all the image files stored in the video camera. 3.4.1 Photo Playback mode icons Refer to

4 Battery status indicator 5 File protect indicator 6 Playback mode icon 7 DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) indicator 36

3.5 Thumbnail mode When in Photo Playback or Movie Playback modes, press the zoom button left to show images as thumbnails. 1. Turn on the video ca

4 Using the menus Read this section to learn how to configure the camera settings and use the advanced features. 4.1 Movie menu When in Movie mode,

4.1.2. Video resolution Use the resolution option to determine the resolution of the captured video. The larger screen size requires more memory sto

iii3.2.4 Using the LED flash light...31 3.2.5 Quick access controls ...31 3.3 Movie Playback mode

4.1.3. Color effect The camera can capture standard color images, black and white images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look. 1. Turn th

4.1.4. Night mode Use this function to shoot a better video clip quality in dark environments. 1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movi

4.1.5. Stabilizer Use this function to activate Stabilizer to prevent blurred images caused by shaking. 1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it i

4.1.6. Capture mode Use this function to record sound or image. 1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode. 2. Press the MENU butt

4.2 Movie playback menu Use the playback menu to manage the files stored in the internal memory or on the SD card. 4.2.1 Delete Use this function

If you select Delete All, press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu. 3. Use the scroll wheel to select √ and press the scroll wheel in

4.2.2 Protect Use this function to lock files to prevent accidental deletion. 1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movie mode. Press t

4.2.3 Autoplay Use this function to continuously play all movie clips stored in the memory card. 1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in

4.3 Photo menu In Photo mode, press the MENU button to show the Photo Options menu. 4.3.1 White balance Use this option to correct color differenc

4.3.2 Resolution Use this option to set the size of the captured image. Larger images contain more detail and therefore use more memory space. 1.

iv 4.3.5 Self timer...52 4.4 Photo playback menu...53 4.4.

4.3.3 Color effect The camera can capture standard color images, black and white images, or sepia tone to give an old-fashioned look. 1. Turn the

4.3.4 Night mode Use this function to shoot a better video clip quality in dark environments. 1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Movi

4.3.5 Self timer Use the self timer function to take a photo of yourself. 1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode. 2. Press th

4.4 Photo playback menu 4.4.1 Delete Use this function to delete files. 1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode. Press the Pl

If you select Delete All, press the scroll wheel inwards to display the submenu. 3. Use the scroll wheel to select √ and then press the scroll

4.4.2 Protect Use this function to protect files. 1. Turn the video camera on and ensure it is in Photo mode. Press the Playback button and then p

4.4.3 Slide show The camera includes a slide show function, which displays each image in turn with a regular interval between pictures. 1. Turn th

4.4.4 DPOF Use the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) function to tag pictures stored in the memory card with print information. 1. Turn the video

4.5 System menu The system menu is used to configure miscellaneous camera functions. 4.5.1 Setting the beep See section 2.5.3 “Setting the Beep”. 4

4.5.3 Auto power off Use this function to switch the camera off automatically after a period of inactivity for power saving. 1. Turn on the video

vPreface Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced video camera. Make sure that you read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place f

4.5.4 TV standard Use the TV option to set the TV system for the area. 1. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. 2. Use the scroll whee

4.5.5 Format Use this function to format the current storage media. This format action will delete everything on the media. 1. Turn on the video c

4.5.6 Default Use this option to reset all settings to the default settings. 1. Turn on the video camera and switch to SET mode. 2. Use the scrol

4.5.8 Frequency Use the Frequency option to set the frequency system for your area. To set the frequency: 1. Turn on the video camera and switch t

5 Installing the software Read this section to learn how to install the software for the camera. 5.1 Presto! Video Works Presto! Video Works is an a

5.2 Presto! Mr. Photo Presto! Mr. Photo is an advanced photo editing software application. To install Presto! Mr. Photo: 1. Insert the supplied CD

5.3 Quick Time Quick Time is an easy-to-use application for playing the video clips stored in the camera or on the SD/MMC card. To install the Quick

67Appendix Specifications (Design and specifications subject to change without prior notice) General Imaging sensor 1/2.5” CMOS 5.0 Megapixel sensor

68 General Still image Formats: JPEG (EXIF 2.2), DCF Resolution: 3M, 5M, 8M (Firmware interpolation) Movie clips Format: H.264 (MOV) Resolution:

69General PC interface MSDC: USB 2.0 (high speed) TV out format NTSC/PAL / HDMI Shutter Electronic shutter 1~1/2000 second Auto power off Off, 1 m

vi Precautions General precautions • Do not use or store the product in dusty, dirty, or sandy areas, as its components may be damaged. • Do not s

70 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Cannot turn on the video camera. The batteries are not inserted correctly. The batteries have no

71 The camera turns off when capturing image using self-timer. The camera is running out of battery power. • Replace the batteries. The image is o

All buttons are inactive. Short circuit occurred when connecting the camera with other devices. • Remove the batteries from the camera and insert

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vii• Test for proper operation before using the camera. Notes on the LCD Screen Caution must be observed when dealing with the fluid contained in t