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.
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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 might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.
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Cautions Insert the battery paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals. Inserting the battery 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.
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Warning: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE FOR AMERICAN USERS The following advisory is included in accordance with the laws of the State of California (USA): WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the States of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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This symbol mark and recycling systems described below apply to EU countries and do not apply to countries in other areas of the world. Your SANYO product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and/or reused.
“Troubleshooting”. Declaration of Conformity Model number: VPC-S1080 Trade Name: SANYO Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY Address: 21605 Plummer Street Chatsworth, California 91311 Telephone No.: (818) 998-7322 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
Notes on Battery Usage When you use the batteries, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Use only the specified batteries. Avoid extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance. Therefore Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are highly recommended.
INTRODUCTION Overview Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital camera. Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera. Equipped with an 10.0-megapixel sensor, this camera is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to 3648 x 2736 pixels.
LCD Monitor Display Capture Mode 1. Scene mode 2. Flash mode [Z] Auto Flash [Y] Red-eye Reduction [X] Forced Flash [W] Flash Off 3. Zoom status 4. Battery condition [D] Full battery power [C] Medium battery power [B] Low battery power [A] No battery power 5.
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Video mode [S] 1. Mode icon 2. Zoom status 3. Battery condition 4. Storage media 5. Video resolution 6. Available recording time/Elapsed time 7. Main focus area 8. Date 9. Self-timer icon 10. Focus setting Playback mode [x] - Still image playback 1.
GETTING STARTED Preparation 1. Attach the camera strap. 2. Open the battery/memory card cover. 3. Load the supplied batteries with correct orientation as shown. 4. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional). The camera has 16MB internal memory (12MB available for image storage), but you can load an SD/SDHC memory card to expand the camera’s memory capacity.
Initial Settings Setting the Date and Time The date/time needs to be set if and when: Camera is turned on for the first time. Camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the battery for an extended period of time. Follow these steps to set the correct date and time: 1.
Choosing the Language Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor. 1. Set the camera mode to [ You may set the language from the playback mode. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Select [Setup] menu with the X 4.
CAPTURE MODE Capturing Images Your camera is equipped with a 2.8" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. 1. Press the Power button to turn the power on. The status LED lights green and the camera is initiated. 2.
Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology Face Detection Technology can identify and focus on the human faces in the image. This advanced function simultaneously detects up to 5 human faces regardless of their position in the scene. White frame Face detection function is on 1.
Setting the Scene Mode By simply selecting one of the following 21 modes, you can capture the image with the most appropriate settings. 1. Set the camera mode to [ 2. Press the SET/DISPLAY button. 3. Select the desired scene mode with the [ /X DISPLAY button.
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Scene mode Description g Night Portrait Select this mode when you want to capture people with an evening or night scene background. h Night Scene Select this mode when you want to capture dark scenes such as night views. c Candlelight Select this mode when you want to capture photos of candlelight scene, without spoiling the ambience.
Panorama Mode This mode is designed to make it easier to take a series of shots then stitch them together with software on your computer to make a single photo. You can capture a photographic subject that won't fit into a single frame, such as a landscape, and stitch it together later with a program such as Cool 360 or Photoshop application.
VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 / 640 x 480 pixels. Voice can also be recorded. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [w].
PLAYBACK MODE Playing Back Still Images You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [x]. The last image appears on the screen. 2. The images can be displayed in reverse or forward sequence with the [ /X To view the previous image, press the [ button.
Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view thumbnail images on the LCD monitor so you may search for a particular image/video clip/audio file. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to The last image appears on the screen. 2.
Protecting Images Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [x]. 2. Select the image that you want to protect with the [ /X buttons.
Erasing Images Erasing single image / Erasing all images 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [x]. The last image will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select the image you want to erase with the [ /X buttons.
MENU OPTIONS Capture Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. Capture Size Size Quality Quality Normal Normal Color Color Normal Normal W.Blance W.Blance Auto Auto Auto Auto W Metering Metering Average Average MENU:Exit SET:Adj.
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* [ h ] Fl1 * [ i ] Fl2 * [ c ] Daylight * [ d ] Cloudy ] Manual This sets the sensitivity for capturing images. When the sensitivity is raised (and the ISO figure is increased), photography will become possible even in dark locations, but the more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear.
Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. 1. Press the MODE button, and set the camera mode to [ w ]. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Select the desired option item with the SET/DISPLAY button to enter its respective menu.
Playback Menu In the [x] mode, choose which settings are to be used for playback. Fix Red Eyes Fix Red Eyes Next Menu Next Menu Slide Show Slide Show 3 sec. 3 sec. Next Menu Next Menu Protect Protect LCD Bright. LCD Bright.
Setup Menu Set your camera’s operating environment. Beep Beep Next Menu Next Menu Date/Time Date/T Language Language English English Fr Fr.No.Reset .No.Reset Next Menu Next Menu LCD Bright. LCD Bright. Auto Off Auto Off 3 Min. 3 Min. Light Freq. Light Freq.
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Fr. No. Reset This creates a new folder. The captured images are recorded to the newly created folder from number 0001. * Cancel / Execute LCD Bright. Refer to section in this manual titled “LCD Bright.” in Playback Menu (page 31) for further details.
TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER System Requirement Windows Pentium III 1GHz or equivalent Windows 2000/XP/Vista 512MB RAM 150MB available hard disk space CD-ROM drive Available USB port Downloading Your Files 1. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.
EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION There are 2 types of software that are included on the CD-ROM: MediaOne Gallery SE - makes it the easiest way to manage and share your digital life with family & friends. The intuitive thumbnail library automatically organizes, updates and sorts files for the most natural way to browse your multimedia collection.
APPENDIX Possible Number of Shots Possible number of shots (still image) The table shows the approximate shots that you can capture at each setting based on the capacity of the internal memory and the SD/SDHC memory card. Size Quality Memory Fine 3648 x 2736 Normal...
Troubleshooting Refer to the symptoms and solutions listed below before sending the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center. Symptom Cause The power does not The batteries are not loaded. Load the batteries correctly. come on.
Connecting to a PictBridge Compatible Printer If a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can be printed by connecting the digital still camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without using a computer. Connecting the camera to the printer 1. Connect one end of the USB cable to your camera.
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3. If you select [Single] in the previous step, the figure shown on the right hand side will appear. Select the image that you want to print with the [ /X buttons. Select the [Print Num] (up to 99) with the buttons.