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WEEE Warning Message
Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries
This symbol indicates that this product is to be
collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European
countries:
This product is designated for separate collection
at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose
of as household waste.
For more information, contact the retailer or the
local authorities in charge of waste management.
FCC STATEMENT
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.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
Class B digital devices, 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
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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:
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
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in
Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless
otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications
should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the
equipment.
Product Information
1. Product design and specifications are subject to change without
notice. This includes primary product specifications, software,
software drivers, and user’s manual. This User Manual is a general
reference guide for the product.
2. The product and accessories that come with your camera may be
different from those described in this manual. This is due to the fact
that different retailers often specify slightly different product
inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements,
customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products very
often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as
batteries, memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches, and
language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique
product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity. Contact
your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.
3. The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation
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and may differ from the actual design of your camera.
4. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies
in this user manual.
5. For driver updates, you can check the “Download” section of our
website, www.geniusnet.com
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this
product.
Warnings
If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the
power OFF and remove the batteries.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock.
Consult the store of purchase.
If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn
the power OFF and remove the batteries.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock.
Consult the store of purchase
Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.
This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal
inspection, ask the store of purchase.
Do not use the camera in areas near water.
This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care
during rain, snow, on the beach, or near the shore.
Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.
This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing injury.
Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.
Swallowing batteries might cause poisoning. If the battery is
accidentally swallowed, immediately consult a physician.
Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or
riding a motorcycle.
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This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.
Cautions
Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+
or –) of the terminals.
Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause
fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the
battery rupturing or leaking.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.
This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal
fluid to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into
contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water.
If the internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician
to receive treatment.
A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or
use excessive force when handling the camera.
This might cause damage to the camera.
Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty
places.
This might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of
continuous use.
The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery
might cause burns.
Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.
This might cause heat to build up and deform the case,
resulting in fire. Use the camera in a well-ventilated place.
Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may
rise significantly, such as inside a car.
This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside,
resulting in fire.
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Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.
Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in
fire and electric shock.
Notes on Battery Usage
When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety
Instructions and the notes described below:
Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the
battery performance.
Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low
temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera
performance.
The battery may feel warm when using the camera for an extended
period of time or using the flash continuously. This is normal and
not a malfunction.
The digital video camera may feel warm when being used
continuously or for an extended period of time. This is normal and
not a malfunction.
If you will not be using the batteries for an extended period of time,
remove them from the camera to prevent leakage or corrosion.
Always keep the terminals in a clean state.
Never use manganese batteries.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Use only the type of battery that came with your camera. Using any
other type of battery may damage the equipment and invalidate the
warranty.
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Table of Contents
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1
1.4.1
1.4.2
1.4.3
1.4.4
1.4.5
1.4.6
1.4.7
Introducing the camera ........................... 1
1.1 System requirements............................................1
1.2 Features .................................................................1
1.3 Unpacking the video camera ..............................2
1.4 About the camera .................................................4
Front view...................................................4
Top view .....................................................4
Bottom view ...............................................5
Right view...................................................5
Left View.....................................................6
Back View ...................................................7
Adjusting the LCD display.......................7
2 Getting started ........................................ 12
2.1
Inserting an SD card ..........................................12
2.2
Inserting the batteries........................................14
2.3 Turning on for the first time .............................15
2.4 Changing modes .................................................15
2.5 Before you start..................................................16
Setting the date and time ........................16
Setting the language ................................17
2.6 Shooting/ Playing videos ..................................18
2.5.1
2.5.2
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2.7.1
2.7.2
2.8.1
2.8.2
2.6.1
2.6.2
Shooting a video clip...............................18
Playing back a video clip ........................19
2.7 Taking/ viewing pictures...................................20
Taking a still picture................................20
Viewing images........................................21
2.8 Voice recording ...................................................22
Taking a voice recording ........................22
Playing back a voice file..........................23
2.9 Connecting to a computer .................................24
2.10 Connecting to a TV.............................................25
3 Using the camera.................................... 26
3.1 Movie mode.........................................................26
3.1.1 Movie mode icons....................................26
3.1.2
Quick access menu ..................................28
3.2 Movie Playback mode .......................................29
3.2.1 Movie Playback mode icons...................29
3.3 Photo mode .........................................................31
Photo mode icons.....................................31
Using the macro function .......................32
Using the zoom function.........................33
Quick access menu ..................................33
3.4 Photo Playback mode........................................35
Photo Playback mode icons....................35
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
3.3.4
3.4.1
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3.4.2
3.5.1
3.6.1
3.7.1
3.7.2
3.7.3
Thumbnail mode......................................36
3.5 Voice mode ..........................................................37
Voice mode icons.....................................37
3.6 Voice Playback mode.........................................38
Voice Playback mode icons ....................38
3.7 USB mode............................................................39
Using the PC cam feature .......................39
Using the mass storage feature ..............39
Using DPS feature....................................39
4 Using the menus..................................... 41
4.1 Movie menu.........................................................41
Video size..................................................41
4.1.1
4.1.2
Video quality............................................43
4.1.3 White balance...........................................44
Exposure adjustment (EV)......................45
4.1.4
4.1.5
Color effect ...............................................46
4.2 Movie playback menu........................................47
Delete All ..................................................47
Unlock All.................................................48
4.3 Picture menu .......................................................49
Size.............................................................49
4.3.1
4.3.2
Image quality............................................50
4.3.3 White balance...........................................51
4.2.1
4.2.2
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