Page 1 VPC-GH1TA VPC-GH2 Important note This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-GH1EX, VPC-GH1GX, VPC-GH1PX, VPC-GH1TA and VPC-GH2. Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such. Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera.
Page 2 CONNECTIONS” in this manual. ↓ To use additional features Visit the Sanyo website to learn how to adjust the camera settings for various shooting scenes. There you’ll also find information about the software for playing back data recorded with your camera and for burning (recording) DVDs (page 156).
Page 3 SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE Preparing the camera Insert the battery pack. 3 Insert the battery pack. 2 Open 1 Push out Battery cover 4 Close the battery cover. About saving your recorded data h If you wish to use an SD Memory Card, refer to page 27 to install the card in the camera.
Page 4 Shooting Press the ON/OFF button MENU button for at least 1 second to turn the camera on. h If the screen to set the date and time appears, press the MENU button 2 times to cancel it. For how to set the date and time, see page 35.
Page 5 Sanyo declines any claim for compensation for recorded contents etc. in case of photographing or recording failure due to a chance camera or card flaw.
Page 6 Press the SET button. <To return to the recording mode> h Press the REC/PLAY button. When you are finished using the camera... Press the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second to turn the camera off. English...
Page 7 Copy data from your camera to the computer Connect your camera to a computer, and copy the desired data to the computer. Turn on the computer, and use the supplied dedicated USB interface cable to connect your camera to the computer. h Connect the cable between the camera’s USB/AV terminal and the computer’s USB connector.
Page 8 Select “COMPUTER”, and press the SET button. h The screen to select the USB CONNECTION computer connection mode CARD READER appears. SCREEN CAPTURE PC CAMERA CANCEL Select “CARD READER”, and press the SET button. h The message [Found New Hardware] appears in the task tray, showing that the camera is recognized as a drive.
Page 9 Dismounting the camera CAUTION i To disconnect your camera, be sure to follow the procedure below. Failure to follow this procedure may cause faulty operation of your computer or corrupt the files in your camera. Left-click on the icon for safely removing hardware in the task tray. h A list appears showing the devices connected to the computer’s USB connector.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL ............. i QUICK SEARCH BY OPERATION ............6 CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES ........11 How to use the accessories ............13 ABOUT THE CARD ................17 Media cards that can be used with this camera ......17 What “card”...
Page 11 SIMPLE SHOOTING BEFORE TAKING PICTURES .............57 For best results ................57 Using the autofocus ...............58 Select the recording size ...............61 Select the focus setting ..............62 Hints for taking pictures ..............63 VIDEO CLIP RECORDING ..............64 SHOOTING SINGLE SHOTS ...............65 Using the flash ................68 SHOOT A STILL IMAGE WHILE RECORDING A VIDEO CLIP ..70 MACRO-PHOTOGRAPHY (ZOOM) .............72 PLAYBACK...
Page 12 NORMAL SHOOTING RECORDING MENU 1 ................. 86 Video setting ................. 86 Still image setting ................90 Scene select setting ..............91 Filter setting .................. 91 Self-timer setting ................92 RECORDING MENU 2 ................. 93 Motion compensation (image stabilizer) setting ......93 Focus range setting ..............
Page 13 OPTION SETTINGS DISPLAY THE OPTION SETTING MENU .........124 INTRODUCTION TO THE OPTION SETTING MENU .......125 Shortcut setting ................131 TV output setting .................134 File No. continued setting ............138 Formatting (initializing) ..............140 CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY .......141 Checking the remaining number of images and video recording time ..............141 For audio recordings ..............142 CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE ....143...
Page 14 CONNECTING TO A TV CONNECTING TO A TV ..............159 Connecting to a video input terminal .......... 160 Connecting to the HDMI terminal ..........160 PLAYING BACK ON A TV ..............161 CONNECTING TO A PRINTER PRINTING ..................162 OTHER CONNECTIONS SCREEN CAPTURE ................
Page 15: Quick Search By Operation
QUICK SEARCH BY OPERATION Your camera has an abundance of convenient features and functions. From creating precisely the photo you want, to viewing images using various techniques, you can locate the exact operation for your purposes in the following table. Shooting/recording Basic operation Convenient functions...
Page 16 Shooting/recording Basic operation Convenient functions Additional functions Shoot in dark conditions • “Exposure compensation” on page 103 • “Using the flash” on pages 46, 50 and 68 • “Scene select setting” (night view portrait mode/fireworks mode/lamp mode) on pages 50 and 91 Increase the camera’s sensitivity •...
Page 17 Playback Basic operation Convenient functions Additional functions Getting started Adjust the speaker Change the angle of viewing images volume view • “PLAYING BACK VIDEO • “PLAYBACK VOLUME” • “Rotate” on pages 55 and CLIPS AND STILL pages 55 and 79 IMAGES”...
Page 18 File managing/processing Basic operation Convenient functions Additional functions Search for image/audio files • “21-image display playback” on page 83 • “Selecting the playback folder” on pages 56 and 84 Delete files Protect files from accidental erasure • “DELETING FILES” on •...
Page 19 Using with a computer Basic operation Convenient functions Additional functions Use the camera as a card reader • “SETTING THE CONNECTION MODE” on page 146 • “USING AS A CARD READER” on page 149 Copy files from your camera to a computer •...
Page 20: Checking The Included Accessories
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES i Li-ion battery pack: 1 i Lithium-ion battery pack charger and power cord: 1 i Dedicated USB interface i Dedicated AV interface cable cable (page 146): 1 (page 160): 1 i Handstrap (page 13): 1 i Lens cap (page 15): 1 *To prevent from dropping the camera, be sure to attach the handstrap.
Page 21 GUIDE FOR BASIC i SAFETY MANUAL OPERATION (safety precautions booklet) (VPC-GH1EX, VPC-GH1GX, Please read this booklet VPC-GH1PX, VPC-GH1TA carefully before using the only) camera. i QUICK GUIDE i Obtaining the PDF instruction manual and cautions English...
Page 22: How To Use The Accessories
How to use the accessories k Handstrap <VPC-GH2> English...
Page 23 <Other models> Strap holder <To use the grip belt...> Tripod mounting hole English...
Page 24 k Lens cap <VPC-GH2> <To remove> 1 Push in 2 Pull * Attach as shown in the illustration. English...
Page 25 <Other models> <To remove> 1 Push in 2 Pull * Attach as shown in the illustration. English...
Page 26: About The Card
ABOUT THE CARD Media cards that can be used with this camera The type of card that can be inserted into and used with this camera is: i SD Memory Card i SDHC Memory Card i SDXC Memory Card What “card” means in this manual i In this manual, SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards that can be used in this dual camera are referred to as “card”.
Page 27: Getting The Most Out Of Your Camera
Also, the H.264/MPEG-4 AVC standard is used for formatting video files. You get both compact file size and high picture quality in one high- performance camera. * “Full High Definition” by SANYO Dual Camera signifies recording at a resolution of 1920 pixels horizontally ×1080 pixels vertically. English...
Page 28: Includes Simple Mode For Quick-And-Easy Operation
Includes SIMPLE mode for quick-and-easy operation (page 39) Select from two recording/playback modes: the “SIMPLE mode” for users new to the camera, and the “NORMAL mode” for full use of all the camera’s many features and functions. Example: RECORDING MENU VIDEO Ful l - HD Select video and photo size...
Page 29: Capture Clear Images Of The Targeted Subject
Wi-Fi network. Also, you can transfer video files if your Eye-Fi card has a video upload function. Instructions for the Eye-Fi transfer feature can be found at the following website: http://sanyo.com/xacti/english/ English...
Page 30: System Map
SYSTEM MAP You can connect the camera to various devices to expand its capabilities. Internet Computer Dedicated USB interface cable Printer Dedicated AV interface cable i Card reader i DPOF-compatible printer Commercially available i Photo shop card English...
Page 31: Setup
SETUP SETUP PARTS NAMES Front Sub-REC buttons [R] button 1 Insert your hand in the Video recording handstrap from the top of button the camera. 2 Enfold the camera in the palm of your hand to grip it. 3 Use your thumb to operate the [O] and [R] buttons [O] button above the lens.
Page 32 Rear ] button Photo shooting button ] button Video recording button Multi-indicator Monitor ZOOM RANGE button Card slot cover DC IN terminal cover Strap holder Battery cover Arrow keys MENU button REC/PLAY button ON/OFF button SET button Arrow keys English...
Page 33: Charging The Battery Pack
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Please charge the supplied battery pack before using it. Connect the supplied power Battery pack charger cord to the socket on the battery pack charger. h Insert the connector straight and securely. Power cord Battery pack charger Insert the battery pack in the Battery pack battery charger.
Page 34: Charging The Battery Pack
Charging the battery pack Be sure to fully charge the supplied or separately sold battery pack before using it in your camera. For charging the battery pack, use the supplied charger. Charge the battery pack if it is being used for the first time, and recharge it whenever the remaining charge is low.
Page 35 About the CHARGE indicator The CHARGE indicator shows the status of the battery pack and the charger. Please refer to the following table if the indicator flashes abnormally. CHARGE indicator Not lit Not connected properly i To recharge the battery pack, the power cord of the charger must be connected to a power outlet, and the plug at the other end inserted in the charger’s power socket (page 24).
Page 36: Installing The Card
INSTALLING THE CARD Be sure to format a newly purchased card or one that was used in another device before using it in your camera (pages 130 and 140). If an unformatted card is used, the card itself may become unusable. 3 Close the card slot cover.
Page 37 CAUTION Do not attempt to forcibly remove the card i Doing so may damage the card or the stored files. If the multi-indicator is flashing red... i Never remove the card when the multi-indicator is flashing red, as doing so may result in loss of files stored in the card.
Page 38: Installing The Battery Pack
INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK Please charge the supplied battery pack before using it. 3 Insert the battery pack 2 Open 1 Push out Battery cover 4 Close the battery cover. English...
Page 39 CAUTION Does the battery pack appear swollen? i The lithium-ion battery used in this camera may expand slightly when stored in a hot environment or repeatedly used, but this is not a safety hazard. However, a battery that is difficult to insert because it has become swollen may then be impossible to extract from the battery compartment.
Page 40: About The Temperature Alert Icon
About the temperature alert icon \ During camera use, if the temperature of the battery or inside the camera (excluding the battery) rises, a temperature alert icon \ will appear as described below. k When the battery or internal camera (excluding battery) temperature rises during use h During camera use, if the temperature of the battery or inside the camera (excluding the battery) rises, a \ icon lights on the monitor.
Page 41: Turning The Camera On And Off
TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND Turning on the camera Open the monitor unit, and press the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second. h If you briefly press the ON/OFF REC/PLAY button button, once, the camera will switch to the power save mode. ON/OFF button h If you press the REC/PLAY button for at least 1 second, the camera...
Page 42: Turning On The Camera When The Power Save (Sleep) Mode Is Active
Turning on the camera when the power save (sleep) mode is active In order to preserve battery pack power, the power save (sleep) function will automatically turn off the camera after about 1 minute of no use during shooting, or about 5 minutes of no use during playback (factory-preset setting).
Page 43 HINT To immediately activate the power save mode i Press the ON/OFF button briefly to activate the power save function. About the standby mode i To turn off the camera only briefly, you can close the monitor unit to put the camera in the standby mode.
Page 44: Date And Time Setting
DATE AND TIME SETTING The camera will record the date and time an image or audio recording is taken so that you can display them during playback. Therefore, before capturing images, make sure the correct date and time are set. h To correct the date and time setting, please see under HINT on page 37.
Page 45 Set the clock. CLOCK SET 1 Select “TIME”. 2 Press the SET button. h The Set Time Screen TIME 19:30 appears. 3 Set the time to “19:30”. h The time is set in the following order: Set the hour → Set the minute. h A 24-hour clock is used for the time display.
Page 46 Press the MENU button. h The date and time setting is completed. h To display the Recording or Playback Screen, press the MENU button. HINT i Under normal conditions, while the battery pack is being replaced, an internal battery will maintain the date and time settings. However, there is a small chance the settings may be lost (the backup will last for about 7 days).
Page 47: Switching Between The Recording Mode And Playback Mode
SWITCHING BETWEEN THE RECORDING MODE AND PLAYBACK MODE Switch between the recording mode (for recording) and the playback mode (for viewing your recorded images). Turn on the camera (page 32). Press the REC/PLAY button. h The mode changes. h The mode changes each time the REC/PLAY button is pressed. Ful l - HD 7126 7126...
Page 48: Switching The Operating Mode
SWITCHING THE OPERATING MODE The “SIMPLE mode” comprises only those functions that are most often used and necessary to operate the camera, while the “NORMAL mode” enables full use of all the camera’s many functions. Select the mode that is suitable for your purposes.
Page 49: Accessing/Exiting The Simple/Normal Mode Menu Screen
Accessing/exiting the SIMPLE/NORMAL Mode Menu Screen Set the camera to the recording or playback mode (page 38). Select the desired operating mode (page 39). If the Menu Screen is not displayed, press the MENU button. h The Menu Screen appears. h To cancel the Menu Screen, press the MENU button.
Page 50 Using the SIMPLE Mode Menu Press [I] or [J] to select the item you wish to change, and press the SET button. h The Setting Screen for the selected item appears. Select an item to change Description of selected item Select video and photo size Press [I] To keep in HDTV size...
Page 51 Using the NORMAL Mode Menu Press [I] or [J] to select a tab. h The Menu Screen for the selected tab appears. Press [I] RECORDING MENU VIDEO Ful l - H D PHOTO SCENE SELECT FILTER FLASH SELF-TIMER S S N N Press [J] Press [H].
Page 52 Press [I] or [J] to select the item you wish to change, and press the SET button. h The Setting Screen for the selected item appears. h To return to the Menu Screen, press the MENU button. Select an item to change RECORDING MENU VIDEO...
Page 53 HINT About the applicable mode indicator i This indicator shows the shooting mode(s) for which the selected setting is effective. : This setting is effective during still image shooting. : This setting is effective during video clip recording. : This setting is effective during still image shooting and video clip recording.
Page 54: Overview Of The Simple Mode Setting Screen
Overview of the SIMPLE Mode Setting Screen SIMPLE Mode Recording Menu Select video and photo size English...
Page 55 1 Recording size (page 61) 3 Flash (page 68) h Specify how the flash will h Select the video clip size to operate. record. 9: The camera detects the subject brightness and uses the flash only when : The video clip size is 1920 ×...
Page 56 SIMPLE Mode Playback Menu Start slideshow English...
Page 57 1 Slideshow (page 78) 3 Delete (page 80) h Specify the slideshow settings h Delete files. and play the slideshow. (page 39) h Set to the NORMAL mode. 2 Playback volume (page 79) h Adjust the volume for video 5 Remaining battery power clip and audio file playback.
Page 58: Overview Of The Normal Mode Setting Screen
Overview of the NORMAL Mode Setting Screen NORMAL Mode Recording Menu <Tab 1> RECORDING MENU VIDEO Ful l - HD PHOTO SCENE SELECT FILTER FLASH SELF-TIMER English...
Page 59 1 Video clip settings (page 86) 3 Scene select (page 91) =: Full auto setting <HD mode> !: Record at 1920 × 1080 a: Sports mode >: Portrait mode pixels, 60 fields/s (60i). Y: Record at 1920 × 1080 +: Landscape mode /: Night view portrait mode pixels, 30 fps (30p).
Page 60 <Tab 2> RECORDING MENU VIDEO STABILIZER PHOTO STABILIZER FOCUS FOCUS MODE EXP MEASURE English...
Page 61 1 Video stabilizer (page 93) 5 Light-measuring mode h Compensate for camera (page 95) X: Multi-section light shake during video clip recording. measuring \: Record with image W: Center-weighted light stabilizer on. measuring ]: Record without image Y: Spot light-measuring stabilizer.
Page 62 <Tab 3> RECORDING MENU WHITE BALANCE EXPOSURE TARGET A SUBJECT HIGH SENSITIVITY DIGITAL ZOOM REC FOLDER English...
Page 63 1 White balance (page 97) 4 High sensitivity mode >: White balance is (page 102) 1: Increased sensitivity. automatically adjusted 2: Normal sensitivity. depending on the ambient lighting (auto). 5 Digital zoom (page 72) r: For shooting in sunny Q: Enable the digital conditions (fair).
Page 64 NORMAL Mode Playback Menu <Tab 1> PLAYBACK MENU SLIDESHOW PLAY VOLUME PROTECT DELETE ROTATE RESIZE 1 Slideshow (page 105) 4 Delete (page 80) h Specify the slideshow settings h Delete files. and play the slideshow. 5 Rotate (page 108) h Rotate a still image. 2 Playback volume (page 79) h Adjust the volume for video 6 Resize (page 108)
Page 65 <Tab 2> PLAYBACK MENU EDIT PHOTO EDIT VIDEO PRINT INSTRUCTIONS SELECT FOLDER COPY 1 Edit photo (page 109) 5 Copy h Repair the “red-eye” caused h Copy files from the card to the by the flash, or enhance the internal memory, or vice contrast (still images only).
Page 66: Shooting
SIMPLE SHOOTING SIMPLE/SHOOTING BEFORE TAKING PICTURES For best results Hold the camera securely, keeping your elbows close to your body and making sure the camera is stable. Correct hold Incorrect hold A finger is blocking the lens or flash. <Holding the camera> Example 1: 1 Insert your hand in the handstrap.
Page 67: Using The Autofocus
Using the autofocus The autofocus will work in almost all situations; however, there are certain conditions that may cause the autofocus function to not work properly. If the autofocus function is not working properly, set the focus range to capture images (page 62).
Page 68 The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus function may work, but not as desired. i When both near and far objects are present Use the focus-lock function to lock the focus on an object at the same distance as the desired subject, then reposition the camera to compose the picture.
Page 69 HINT i Still images can be rotated when they are played back (pages 55 and 108). i When the [ ] button is pressed halfway, the image in the monitor may waver vertically. This is the result of internal image processing and is not a malfunction.
Page 70: Select The Recording Size
Select the recording size The larger the image size (number of pixels), the better the image quality will be, but the file size will also be larger. Select the image quality that is correct for the intended purpose. Display the SIMPLE Mode Recording Menu (page 40), select the recording size setting, and press the SET button.
Page 71: Select The Focus Setting
Select the focus setting Select the focus range corresponding to the distance between the camera and the subject. Display the SIMPLE Mode Recording Menu (page 40), select the focus setting, and press the SET button. All ranges Automatic focus (people, landscape, etc.) 7: The camera automatically focuses on the subject within a range of 50 cm (19.69 in.) to infinity (normal).
Page 72: Hints For Taking Pictures
Hints for taking pictures Muting the operation sounds i The audio guidance that sounds when you operate the camera can be muted (page 126). Where are the image and audio files saved? i All the image and sound files are recorded on the card installed in the camera, or in the camera’s internal memory.
Page 73: Video Clip Recording
VIDEO CLIP RECORDING Turn on the camera (page 32), and set it to the recording mode (page 38). button Press the [ ] button. h Recording begins. h It is not necessary to keep the ] button pressed while recording. h When the remaining recording time available for the currently recording clip becomes little, a...
Page 74: Shooting Single Shots
SHOOTING SINGLE SHOTS Capture a still image (single-shot). Turn on the camera (page 32), and set it to the recording mode (page 38). ] button Press the [ ] button. 1 Press the [ ] button halfway. h The autofocus operates, and the image is focused (focus lock).
Page 75 HINT Adjusting the monitor brightness i While the Recording Screen is active, you can quickly access the screen for adjusting the brightness of the monitor by pressing the MENU button for at least 1 second. What is the camera focusing on? Target mark i A target mark &...
Page 76 If the camera shake icon > appears... (in the NORMAL mode) i During still image shooting, if the shutter speed is slow and the possibility that the image may be blurred due to camera shake becomes high, the camera shake icon may appear on the monitor. In this case, use a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting, or set the flash operation mode to automatic (pages 46 and 68).
Page 77: Using The Flash
Using the flash The flash is not only used for photographing under dark conditions, but is also convenient for example when the subject is in shadow or lit from behind. The flash is available only when shooting single-shot still images. Display the SIMPLE Mode Recording Menu (page 40), select the flash setting, and press the SET button.
Page 78 CAUTION Do not touch the flash unit when shooting i The flash unit becomes very hot and may cause a burn. Avoid touching the flash unit when shooting. HINT i The flash cannot be used during video clip recording. i By assigning an operation shortcut to an arrow key (pages 128 and 131), you can change the flash mode from the Recording Screen (NORMAL mode).
Page 79: Shoot A Still Image While Recording A Video Clip
SHOOT A STILL IMAGE WHILE RECORDING A VIDEO CLIP You can capture a still image (a single-shot) while recording a video clip. Turn on the camera (page 32), and set it to the recording mode (page 38). ] button Press the [ ] button.
Page 80 HINT i When shooting a still image while recording a video clip, the flash does not operate. i The photo stabilizer (pages 52 and 93) is inoperative. i When the remaining video recording time becomes approximately 50 seconds, it will no longer be possible to capture a still image while recording a video clip.
Page 81: Macro-Photography (Zoom)
MACRO-PHOTOGRAPHY (ZOOM) Your camera has two zoom functions: optical zoom and digital zoom. Point the camera lens at the Zoom switch subject. [T/]] [W/P] Push the zoom switch toward [T/]] or [W/P] to compose the desired image. [T/]]: Zoom in on the subject. [W/P]: Zoom out.
Page 82 HINT When the ZOOM RANGE button is pressed... i The magnification is approximately doubled (double-range zoom). Press the button again to return to normal magnification. i The icon is shown on the Recording Screen during normal magnification, and a icon on the double-range zoom Recording Screen.
Page 83: Playback
PLAYBACK SIMPLE/PLAYBACK PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS AND STILL IMAGES Set the camera to the playback mode (page 38). Select the image to play back. Orange frame h Use the arrow keys to move the orange frame to the file you wish to play back. h The image information for the framed image is shown at the bottom of the screen.
Page 84 Video clip playback operation To do this... Do this Normal forward playback Press the SET button. Stop playback During playback, press [J]. During playback, press the SET button or Pause press [I]. During accelerated playback, press [I]. To play back Forward After pausing playback, press [H].
Page 85 HINT If the a appears on the playback Screen... i The a icon appears when playing back a file that was saved in segments (page 87). English...
Page 86: How To Save One Frame From A Video Clip As A Still Image
How to save one frame from a video clip as a still image Play back the video clip. Pause the playback at the point you wish to “snap” a photo. Press the [ ] button. h The screen to select the aspect ratio of the still image appears. Select the desired aspect ratio, and press the [ ] button.
Page 87: Slideshow Playback
SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK You can play back files in succession with the “slideshow playback” feature. Display the SIMPLE Mode SLIDESHOW Playback Menu (page 40), select the slideshow setting, and press the SET button. VIDEO =: Play back all files. PHOTO 3: Play back video clips and audio files.
Page 88: Playback Volume
PLAYBACK VOLUME Adjust the playback volume for video clips and audio files. Display the SIMPLE Mode PLAY VOLUME Playback Menu (page 40), select the playback volume setting, and press the SET button. h The volume control bar appears. VOLUME SETTING Press [G] or [H] to set the volume, and press the SET button.
Page 89: Deleting Files
DELETING FILES You can delete files if you no longer need them. You can delete single files, selected files or all the files at one time. Delete single/delete all/delete folder Display the SIMPLE Mode DELETE Playback Menu (page 40), select the delete setting, and press the DELETE SINGLE SET button.
Page 90: Delete Selected
Select “DELETE”, and press the SET button. <DELETE SINGLE> h The currently displayed file is deleted. h To delete other files, select the files, select “DELETE” and press the SET button. <DELETE ALL, DELETE FOLDER> h The Delete Confirmation Screen again appears. To delete the files, select “DELETE”...
Page 91 Press the SET button. h The selected file is marked with the delete icon [ h Up to 100 files can be selected. h To cancel a delete selection and remove the delete icon from a file, move the orange frame to the marked file and press the SET button. Press the [ ]or [ ] button.
Page 92: Playback Modes
PLAYBACK MODES 21-image display playback Display the image you wish to Zoom switch play back. [W/P] Push the zoom switch toward the [W/P] side. h The 21-image display appears. Select the image to play back. h Use the arrow keys to move the orange frame to the desired image, and press the SET button.
Page 93: Selecting The Playback Folder
Selecting the playback folder If the card contains multiple folders, you can select from which folder you would like to play back. Display the Playback Screen. Push the zoom switch toward the SELECT FOLDER [W/P] side twice. 100SANYO h The screen to select the 101SANYO playback folder appears.
Page 94: Magnifying (Zooming In) The Image
Magnifying (zooming in) the image Display the image that you want to magnify. h For a video clip, pause playback at the place you want to magnify. Push the zoom switch toward the 108% 108% 108% SAVE [T/]] side. h Magnification is enabled. h The image is magnified, and the central portion of image is displayed.
Page 95: Normal
NORMAL SHOOTING NORMAL/SHOOTING RECORDING MENU 1 Video setting When recording a video clip, smoother motion and better image clarity can be achieved by a higher pixel rate (resolution) and a faster frame rate. However, the file size will also be proportionately larger, requiring longer times to edit and store.
Page 96 Press the [ ] button. h Audio recording begins. During Length of recording recording, < appears in the monitor. It is not necessary to REC 000:00:06 continue pressing the [ button while recording. End the recording. h Press the [ ] button again to stop recording.
Page 97 k Audio playback Select an audio file, and press the SET button. h Playback begins. To do this... Do this Start Press the SET button. playback Normal Press the SET button. Pause playback Press [I]. Stop Press [J]. playback During playback, press [H]. Fast Each time [H] is pressed, the speed forward...
Page 98 CAUTION If no audio is heard... i The audio is not played back when the audio recording is played back in the fast playback or fast reverse mode. English...
Page 99: Still Image Setting
Still image setting For still images, you can select either the 4:3 or 16:9 horizontal to vertical aspect ratio. This menu is also used for shooting sequential shots. Sequential shots Select : or t, and press the SET button. h The camera changes to the sequential shots mode. Press the [ ] button.
Page 100: Scene Select Setting
Scene select setting You can select from various preset settings (aperture, shutter speed, etc.) for specific shooting conditions. HINT i To return to normal photography, select = from the scene select menu, and press the SET button. i When capturing images using the lamp Q, fireworks + or night view portrait / setting, use a tripod or other method to stabilize the camera.
Page 101: Self-Timer Setting
Self-timer setting By assigning an operation shortcut to an arrow key (pages 128 and 131), you can set the self-timer from the Recording Screen. HINT To pause or cancel the self-timer function... i If the [ ] button or [ ] button is pressed again before the shutter is released, the self-timer countdown temporarily stops.
Page 102: Recording Menu 2
RECORDING MENU 2 Motion compensation (image stabilizer) setting Your camera can minimize a jittery picture by compensating for unintentional hand motion. HINT If the motion compensation does not seem to be working... i Due to the mechanical characteristics of this function, it may not be possible for the camera to compensate for violent motion.
Page 103: Focus Range Setting
Focus range setting How to use the manual focus Select -, and press the SET Ful l - HD button. 7112 7112 7112 001:00:05 001:00:05 001:00:05 h The focus distance adjustment bar appears. Press [G] or [H] to adjust the focus distance, and press the SET button.
Page 104: Focus Mode Setting
Focus mode setting When the spot focus setting is selected, Ful l - HD the focus mark + appears in the center 7112 001:00:05 of the monitor. Focus mark Light-measuring mode setting When spot light-measuring is selected, Ful l - HD the light-measuring spot mark 7112 001:00:05...
Page 105: Iso Sensitivity Setting
ISO sensitivity setting With the initial settings, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set according to the brightness of the subject. However, the ISO sensitivity can be set to a fixed setting. HINT i By setting a higher ISO sensitivity, you can set faster shutter speeds and capture images in darker locations, but noise in the captured images may increase or the images may be irregular.
Page 106: Recording Menu 3
RECORDING MENU 3 White balance setting This camera automatically adjusts the white balance under most lighting conditions. However, if you want to specify the lighting conditions or change the overall tone of the image, the white balance can be manually set. How to use the one push setting Select the ^ icon.
Page 107: Exposure Setting
Exposure setting The shutter speed and aperture size can be set individually. Select the desired icon from the exposure menu, and press the SET button. <If T, g or , was selected> 1 Press [I] or [J] to select aperture value or shutter F3.5 speed.
Page 108: Subject Chaser Settings
Subject chaser settings Adjust the settings to automatically target a specific color with the color chaser function, or capture sharp face shots with the face chaser function. Shooting with the color chaser function (still images only) Set the color chaser setting to (. h A target mark (+) appears in the center of the monitor.
Page 109 Shooting with the face chaser function Set the face chaser setting to -. h A green frame appears in the center of the monitor. h When the subject is successfully targeted, a green double-frame appears superimposed on the subject. When capturing a still image, press the [O] button halfway. Press the [O] or [R] button.
Page 110 CAUTION About recording with the subject chaser i The chaser function does not work while the digital zoom is being used. i The chaser function does not work when zooming in or out. i The chaser function may not work when the subject in the monitor is relatively small or appears dark.
Page 111: High Sensitivity Mode Setting
High sensitivity mode setting When you shoot in the high sensitivity mode, the captured image appears even brighter than that specified by the ISO sensitivity and exposure compensation settings. CAUTION Limitations of the high sensitivity mode i When the shutter speed is reduced to create a bright image, video clip motion will appear uneven during playback.
Page 112: Exposure Compensation
Exposure compensation By assigning the exposure compensation operation shortcut to an arrow key (pages 128 and 131), you can make the image lighter or darker when capturing images. Assign the operation shortcut to an arrow key (pages 128 and 131). Press the arrow key to which the operation shortcut was assigned.
Page 113: Storage Folder Setting
HINT The exposure compensation setting is canceled in the following cases: i When the pointer is set to the center position. i When the camera is set to the playback mode. i After the power is turned off. Storage folder setting Create or select a recording folder (a folder in which to store recorded files).
Page 114: Playback
PLAYBACK NORMAL/PLAYBACK PLAYBACK MENU 1 Slideshow settings Specify the settings for playing back files continuously in a “slideshow” format. In a slideshow of still images, you can set the transition time, transition effects and BGM. Changing a setting Select the item you wish to SLIDESHOW change, and press the SET MODE...
Page 115: File Protect Setting
File protect setting Prevent accidental erasure of image and audio files. Protect files one by one Display the file that you want to protect from accidental erasure, and display the NORMAL Mode Playback Menu (page 40). Select “PROTECT” and press the SET button. Select “PROTECT SINGLE”...
Page 116 Protect selected files Select multiple files to protect. Display the NORMAL Mode Playback Menu (page 40). Select “PROTECT” and press the SET button. Select “PROTECT SELECTED” and press the SET button. h Use the arrow keys to move the orange frame to the file you wish to protect.
Page 117: Resize
Resize A captured image can be resized to a smaller size and saved as a separate image. HINT Why can’t the image be resized? i An image can be resized only to a smaller (or the same) size, not to a larger size.
Page 118: Playback Menu 2
PLAYBACK MENU 2 Correcting the image Repair the red-eye effect in still images to make the eyes appear more natural, or enhance the contrast. HINT If the “Contrast correction not successful” or “Red-eye correction not successful” message appears... i The camera was not able to successfully repair the image. i The correction function works to automatically edit flaws that the camera detects in captured images.
Page 119: Editing Video Clips
Editing video clips You can trim away unwanted portions from a video clip and save it as a new video clip (video clip cutting [extracting]). You can also join video clips together and save them as one separate clip (“joining”). Procedure to cut (extract) a portion of a video clip Specify the frames (1, 2) where the...
Page 120 Procedure to join video clips Specify the video clip that will come first. Specify the video clip that you wish to append (join). Join the video clips. i The video clips are joined. i The original video clips are not affected. (You can also choose to erase the original video clips when the new clip is saved.)
Page 121 Video clip cutting (extracting) Display the video clip from which you wish to extract a segment. Display the NORMAL Mode EDIT VIDEO Playback Menu (page 40), select “EDIT VIDEO”, and press the SET button. JOIN Select “CUT” and press the SET Start point button.
Page 122 Specify the start point of the extract. h Use the procedure below to specify the frame from which the video clip extract will start. h Play the video clip until approximately the desired point, pause the video clip, then play the video clip one frame at a time, stopping at the start point of the extract.
Page 123 Press [I]. Approximate playback time h The start point of the video clip extract is set, and the screen to 00:00:06 specify the end point appears. h Specify the end point of the extract by following the same procedure as in step 4. <When joining the first and latter portions>...
Page 124 Select the desired option, and press the SET button. h Editing starts. h When editing ends, you are returned to the NORMAL Mode Playback Menu. HINT i You will not be able to overwrite the file if the original file is protected. i If the “Insufficient card memory”...
Page 125 Joining video clips CAUTION i Video clips that were photographed in different modes cannot be joined. Display the NORMAL Mode EDIT VIDEO Playback Menu (page 40), select “EDIT VIDEO”, and press the SET button. JOIN Select “JOIN” and press the SET button.
Page 126 Press the [O] or [ ] button. JOIN h A screen appears for you to select either to save the joined SAVE AS NEW video clip as a new (separate) OVERWRITE file, or to delete the original video REVIEW CLIP clips and replace them with the joined video clip.
Page 127 HINT i If the file size of the video clip after editing exceeds 4 GB, it is not possible to either “SAVE AS NEW” or “OVERWRITE”. i You will not be able to overwrite the file if the original file is protected. If you want it to be erased, you will need to first remove the protection (pages 55 and 106).
Page 128: Printing Instructions
Printing instructions In addition to using your printer to print out still images captured with your camera, as with conventional film, you can have prints made at shops offering digital print services. Moreover, this camera is DPOF-compatible, so you can use the camera to specify the number of prints, whether or not the date is displayed on the print, and also to request an index print.
Page 129 HINT Printing a single frame from a video clip i To print with a printer or have the digital print service shop print out a still image from a video clip, you must first save it (extract still) as a still image (page 77).
Page 130 Press the SET button. ALL IMAGES h The Date/Copies Print Screen ----/--/-- appears. copy h If “EACH IMAGE” was selected, press [G] or [H] to display the COPIES desired image to print. h The printing instructions that are DATE currently active for the displayed image are shown.
Page 131 Press the MENU button. h The printing instructions for the requested print quantities and dated prints are stored. h The display returns to the Printing Instructions Screen. HINT Can’t specify dated prints? i Dated prints are not possible for photos that were captured before the camera’s date and time setting was completed.
Page 132: File Info Display
FILE INFO DISPLAY On the Information Screen you can check what the settings were when a file was recorded with your camera. Display the desired file on 100-0001 INFO the camera monitor. HD-SHQ HD-SHQ HD-SHQ 1280×720 30fps SHQ 4.2MB MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 00:00:03 Press the MENU button for...
Page 133: Option Settings
OPTION SETTINGS OPTION SETTINGS DISPLAY THE OPTION SETTING MENU The camera settings are executed via the Option Setting Menu. Turn on the camera, set it to the RECORDING MENU NORMAL mode, and press the VIDEO Ful l - HD MENU button. PHOTO SCENE SELECT FILTER...
Page 134: Introduction To The Option Setting Menu
INTRODUCTION TO THE OPTION SETTING MENU Tab 1 OPTION MENU CLOCK SET INFO DISPLAY STARTUP DISPLAY OPERATION BEEP POST VIEW English...
Page 135 1 CLOCK SET setting (page 35) OPERATION VOL: h Set the camera’s clock. Adjust the volume of the operation sounds. 2 INFO DISPLAY setting h Specify the information to 5 POST VIEW setting h Specify the duration that the display on the playback screen.
Page 136 Tab 2 OPTION MENU SHORTCUTS NOISE REDUCTION IMAGE SETTINGS BRIGHTNESS LANGUAGE English...
Page 137 1 SHORTCUTS setting (page 131) 2 NOISE REDUCTION setting h Compared to normal shooting, when the PHOTO NR function is ON, the image processing time after shooting a still image is slightly longer. VIDEO NR: Turn ON/OFF the image noise reduction function during video clip recording.
Page 138 Tab 3 OPTION MENU 3 TV OUTPUT POWER SAVE FILE NO. CONT'D FORMAT RESET SETTINGS English...
Page 139 1 TV OUTPUT setting (page 134) 2 POWER SAVE setting (page 33) h Specify the elapsed period of inactivity before the power save mode (to conserve battery power) is activated. 3 FILE NO. CONT’D setting (page 138) 4 FORMAT (page 140) 5 RESET SETTINGS h Reset the camera settings to the factory-preset settings.
Page 140: Shortcut Setting
Shortcut setting Assign functions (operation shortcuts) to the arrow keys when they are pressed while the Recording Screen is displayed. Select “SHORTCUTS”, and SHORTCUTS press the SET button. : Assign the function when [I] is pressed. : Assign the function when [J] is pressed.
Page 141 PHOTO VIEW: Select the desired field of view (photo view or video view) for the Recording Standby Screen display. When “photo view” is selected, a frame to show the field of view during video clip recording appears. Video clip recording area <Video view>...
Page 142 Press the MENU button. SHORTCUTS h The screen to confirm the shortcut settings appears, and then you are returned to the Option Setting Menu. h This completes the shortcuts setting. <To confirm the assigned shortcuts> h On the screen in step 1, press the MENU button, and the screen to confirm the shortcut settings appears.
Page 143: Tv Output Setting
TV output setting Specify the type of image signal that is output from your camera’s USB/AV terminal. Select “TV OUTPUT”, and press TV OUTPUT the SET button. TV SYSTEM NTSC TV SYSTEM: 16:9 TV TYPE Set the type of TV signal that is HDMI 1080i output from the USB/AV terminal.
Page 144 ON. In addition, in the playback mode, the camera’s power save function is disabled. i For information concerning connecting and operation, please see your TV’s instruction manual. (As of May 2008, SANYO TVs that incorporate the HDMI-CEC function have not been released.) English...
Page 145 Relation between “TV TYPE” setting and TV display The tables below show the video signal that is output when the “TV TYPE” setting is changed. However, note that for some TVs that have an auto-detect function, the output may not conform to the table, or the TV display may not change at all.
Page 146 “TV TYPE” TV type to be Image file to be TV display setting connected displayed Still image (4:3) Video clip in SD 16:9 16:9 mode Video clip in HD mode CAUTION If the TV display is not correct… i If the appearance of the image on the TV monitor is not correct, you can either change the camera’s “TV TYPE”...
Page 147: File No. Continued Setting
File No. continued setting If a newly formatted card is used, the file name (image number) of the captured image automatically begins from 0001. If the card is subsequently reformatted, or if a different reformatted card is used, the file names again begin from 0001.
Page 148 i If Card B already has files in it when it replaces Card A, file names are assigned as follows. When the highest file number on Card B (before replacing) is lower than the highest file number on Card A: the file name of the next recorded image continues from last file name recorded on Card A.
Page 149: Formatting (Initializing)
Formatting (initializing) A card must be formatted with this camera: i After purchasing, when used for the first time, or i If it was formatted using a personal computer or another digital camera. The card cannot be formatted if the lock switch is set to the “LOCK” position. Proceed with the format procedure after setting the lock switch to the unlocked position.
Page 150: Checking The Remaining Card Memory
CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY You can check how many images can be captured and how much recording time is available on the card. For a table showing the maximum number of images and recording time for specific cards, please see “Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/Possible Recording Time”...
Page 151: For Audio Recordings
For audio recordings Set the camera to the audio Remaining time recording mode (page 86). h The remaining audio recording time is shown. 7112 065:07:51 HINT i When the remaining number of images or the remaining video recording time is “0”, you cannot capture any more images. To capture more images, either install a new card, or save the images to a computer and then delete them (page 80) from the card.
Page 152: Checking The Remaining Battery Pack Charge
CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE When using the battery pack, the remaining battery pack charge can be checked on the monitor. Make sure to check this indicator before capturing an image. For an indication of the possible length of time for battery pack operation, see page 188.
Page 153 Battery pack remaining Battery remaining charge charge indicator Approx. full. Power is low. It will soon be impossible to capture or play back images. If this icon flashes when the [ ] button or ] button is pressed, images cannot be captured.
Page 154: Other Devices And Connections
OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER OPERATING ENVIRONMENT When using as a card reader Limited to models with the preinstalled OS. k Windows Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7 k Mac OS Mac OS X 10.3.6 or later To access the files in the internal memory i Remove the card from the camera before connecting the camera to a computer.
Page 155: Setting The Connection Mode
SETTING THE CONNECTION MODE Start your computer, and use the supplied USB interface cable to connect the camera to the computer. h Connect the camera’s USB/AV terminal to the computer’s USB connector. Turn on the camera (page 32). h The USB Connection Screen appears on the camera’s monitor. USB CONNECTION COMPUTER PRINTER...
Page 156 Select “COMPUTER”, and press USB CONNECTION the SET button. CARD READER h The screen to select the computer connection mode SCREEN CAPTURE appears. PC CAMERA CARD READER: CANCEL Use the camera as an external drive of the computer. MTP: Connect the camera in the MTP mode to a Windows Vista or Windows 7 computer.
Page 157 Select the desired connection mode, and press the SET button. CAUTION Insert and pull out the cable carefully i When 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.
Page 158: Using As A Card Reader
USING AS A CARD READER For Windows Vista/XP/7 users Mounting your camera Set the camera to the card reader mode (page 146). h The message [Found New Hardware] appears in the task tray, showing that the camera is recognized as a drive. h The card is recognized (mounted) as a disk, and the [XACTI (E:)] icon appears in the [My Computer] window.
Page 159: For Windows 2000 Users (Except For The Sdxc Card)
For Windows 2000 users (except for the SDXC card) Mounting your camera Set the camera to the card reader mode (page 146). h If a message appears on the computer monitor instructing you to load the Windows CD-ROM, follow the instructions and install the driver. h The camera is recognized as a drive, and [Removable disk (E:)] appears in the [My Computer] window.
Page 160: For Mac Os X Users
For Mac OS X users Mounting your camera Set the camera to the card reader mode (page 146). h The camera is recognized as a drive and appears as an icon named [XACTI] on the Desktop. h Double-click on the [XACTI] icon, and you can process the contents of the files in your camera’s memory exactly like you would the files in the other computer drives.
Page 161: About The Contents Of The Card
ABOUT THE CONTENTS OF THE CARD Configuration of directories in the card ROOT DCIM 100SANYO SANY0001.jpg Image SANY0002.jpg Folder number number MISC SANY0003.mp4 SANY0004.m4a (Location Image or of DPOF 101SANYO SANY0001.jpg SANY0005.jpg audio files) SANY0002.jpg recording number SANY0999.jpg 102SANYO SANY0001.jpg SANY0002.jpg h Up to 999 files can be stored in folder 100SANYO.
Page 162: Cautions When Using As A Card Reader
Cautions when using as a card reader i Do 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. i Cards formatted on your computer cannot be used by your camera.
Page 163 About audio files recorded with this camera i If you change the extension (.m4a) of audio files to “.mp4”, playback may be possible using software that supports the ISO standard MPEG-4 (AAC audio). About file names when the card is replaced... i If the file number continued 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 (page 138).
Page 164: Using As A Pc Camera
USING AS A PC CAMERA When connected to a Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 computer, the camera can be used as a PC camera. For Windows XP Please perform the following upgrades before connecting the camera to a computer.
Page 165: Using The Software
USING THE SOFTWARE Use the links on the Sanyo website for downloading software that enables you to use the data from your camera on a computer. Before downloading the software, be sure to check the precautions described on the website.
Page 166: Obtaining The Software
Obtaining the software For Windows operating systems Remove the card from the camera. h The program to access the website is stored in your camera’s internal memory. This program cannot be accessed while a card is installed in the camera. Start your computer, and use the supplied dedicated USB interface cable to connect your camera to the computer.
Page 167 Select “COMPUTER”, and press the SET button. h The screen to select the computer connection mode appears. Select “CARD READER” and press the SET button. <For Windows users> h The screen to access the website for this camera (access menu) appears.
Page 168: Connecting To A Tv
CONNECTING TO A TV CONNECTING TO A TV CONNECTING TO A TV By connecting the camera to a TV, you can play back the recorded files on the CAUTION Insert and pull out the cable carefully i When 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.
Page 169: Connecting To A Video Input Terminal
Connecting to a video input terminal Use the supplied dedicated AV interface cable to connect to a TV. To USB/AV terminal Supplied dedicated AV interface cable Yellow plug:To Video Input terminal Set the input to White plug: To Audio Input (L) terminal “VIDEO”.
Page 170: Playing Back On A Tv
PLAYING BACK ON A TV i After connecting the camera to the television, switch the TV input to the terminal to which the camera is connected. i The playback method is the same as when viewing images on the camera’s monitor. (Use the TV controls to adjust the volume.) i The same playback procedure as when playing back with the camera is used to play back audio recordings as well.
Page 171: Connecting To A Printer
CONNECTING TO A PRINTER CONNECTING TO A PRINTER PRINTING Your camera supports the PictBridge function. By connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge-enabled printer, the camera’s monitor can be used to select images and initiate printing (PictBridge printing). Open the monitor unit to turn on the camera, and turn on the printer. Use the supplied dedicated USB interface cable to connect the camera to the printer.
Page 172 Select “PRINTER”, and press the SET button. The PictBridge printing mode is PictBridge MENU activated. PRINT 1 IMAGE Ful l - S HQ h The camera switches to the PRINT ALL IMAGES PictBridge printing mode, and INDEX the PictBridge Menu Screen DPOF PRINTER SETTINGS appears.
Page 173 HINT To cancel printing 1 During printing, press [J]. h The confirmation screen to cancel printing appears. 2 Select “CANCEL” and press the SET button. h If “EXIT” is selected and the SET button is pressed, printing resumes. About printing all the images i Printing is not possible if there are more than 999 images in the memory.
Page 174: Other Connections
The currently displayed active window is saved as a JPEG file in the camera’s memory. h When there is no active window, the entire screen display is saved. h The saved file is stored in the \DCIM\***SANYO folder in the drive for the camera. h To exit Screen Capture, quit the application.
Page 175: Appendices
APPENDICES APPENDICES COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS If you have a question about the camera operation, you might find the answer in this compilation of commonly asked questions. Question Answer Action Why doesn’t the Due to cold Place the camera in power turn on? temperatures, the your pocket to warm battery pack...
Page 176 Question Answer Action Are the settings — All settings except retained even the self-timer and after the camera the exposure is turned off? compensation are retained even after the camera is turned off. Which resolution — Select the resolution setting should I setting according to use? the intended use.
Page 177 Question Answer Action What is the — Because shooting difference with the optical between the zoom uses the digital zoom and optics of a physical the optical zoom? lens, you can shoot without losing minute details in the image. The digital zoom, on the other hand, works by magnifying a portion...
Page 178 Question Answer Action When used in Condition due to Not a malfunction. cold weather, why the monitor Spots that appear in does the image characteristics. the monitor only seem to leave appear in the traces as it monitor and will not moves? be recorded with the images.
Page 179 Question Answer Action Why is there no This may happen Play back images image (z is when trying to that were recorded shown)? play back images on a card using this stored on a card camera. from a different digital camera. Viewing Why is the If the subject...
Page 180 Question Answer Action Why isn’t the Due to the Not a malfunction. magnified image characteristics of clear? the camera, magnified images appear less clear. Why isn’t the The image was Not a malfunction. captured image captured using clear? the digital zoom. Viewing Can I play back —...
Page 181 Question Answer Action The “Cannot edit You have Select video clips video clips with attempted to join that have the same unlike settings” video clips having resolution or frame message different rate. appears. resolutions or frame rates. Why is a noise Electromagnetic Move the AC heard from a...
Page 182 Question Answer Action Can I use my — When the camera is camera abroad? connected to a TV, you can switch the camera’s video output to NTSC or PAL. If you have questions about accessories etc., please consult with a dealer near you for advice.
Page 183: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Before taking your camera to the repair shop, check the following table for a possible solution to the problem. Camera Reference Problem Cause Action page No power. The battery Recharge the pack is dead. battery pack, or replace with a fully charged battery pack.
Page 184 Reference Problem Cause Action page An image is The power is If the power not captured not turned on. save function when the was activated, ] button or turn on the ] button is camera before pressed. shooting. 32, 33 If the camera was turned off, press the ON/...
Page 185 Reference Problem Cause Action page The digital The still image Set it to a is set to 4 or zoom does not different mode. 50, 90 work. The digital Set the digital zoom setting is zoom setting to 54, 72 set to “OFF”.
Page 186 Reference Problem Cause Action page No playback The camera is Set the camera image not set to the to the playback Monitor 38, 74 appears. playback mode. mode. The image is The flash was Hold the too dark. blocked by a camera finger or other correctly, and...
Page 187 Reference Problem Cause Action page The image is The forced Select a 46, 50, too bright. flash mode is different flash selected. mode. The subject Use the was too bright. exposure compensation function. The ISO Set the ISO sensitivity sensitivity to 52, 96 setting is incorrect.
Page 188 Reference Problem Cause Action page The colors of This is due to Capture the the images ambient image using 46, 50, captured lighting. the forced flash indoors are not mode. correct. The white Set the white balance setting balance setting 54, 97 is incorrect.
Page 189 Reference Problem Cause Action page No image or The camera is Follow the sound. not correctly instructions to connected to make the the TV. connection 159, 160 correctly. Connecting The TV input Set the TV to a TV setting is not input to the correct.
Page 190 Reference Problem Cause Action page The audio The audio Set the audio guide does not guide setting is guide setting to sound. set to “OFF”. “ON”. The recording The recording Depending on capacity is less capacity is less the card, the than that than the value capacity may...
Page 191: Notes Regarding The Scene Select Feature And Filters
Notes regarding the Scene Select feature and filters Scene Select Setting Remarks Sports Focus range: Fixed at *. Exposure: Fixed at @. Portrait > Focus range: Fixed at *. Landscape Chaser settings: Fixed at ). Exposure: Fixed at @. Focus range: Fixed at *. Exposure: Fixed at @.
Page 192 Filter Setting Remarks Monochrome Still image mode: 4 and 5 cannot be selected. Color chaser: Fixed at ). Sepia About the scene select function and focus range settings i The scene select function changes to = when the focus range is set to + or -.
Page 193: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Camera Recorded image Still images: file format JPEG format (DCF, DPOF, Exif 2.2 compliant) Note: Designed mainly by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA), DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) is standard for digital still camera image files to provide interoperability between digital photography devices for the images stored on removable memory cards.
Page 194 4: 4640 × 3480 pixels (approx. 16 million pixels) Still image 5: 4608 × 2592 pixels (approx. 12 million pixels, shooting mode (recording 16:9 aspect ratio) resolution) 6: 4352 × 3264 pixels (approx. 14 million pixels, low compression) 7: 4352 × 3264 pixels (approx. 14 million pixels, normal compression) 8: 4352 ×...
Page 195 Light-measuring Multi-section measuring, center-weighted mode measuring, spot measuring Range Normal mode: 50 cm (19.69 in.) to infinity Super macro mode: 1 cm (0.39 in.) to 80 cm (31.50 in.) (wide end only) Digital zoom For shooting: 1× to approx. 10× For playback: 1×...
Page 196 Focus TTL-type AF (still image shooting mode: 9-point range finder/spot focus; video clip recording mode: Continuous focus), manual focus Self-timer Approx. 2-second delay, 10-second delay Ambient Temperature 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104°F) (operation) environment –20 to 60 °C (–4 to 140°F) (storage) Humidity 30 to 90% (operating, no condensation)
Page 197: Camera Connectors
Camera connectors USB/AV Dedicated regrouped jack (communication/audio Audio Stereo and video output) output terminal Video Composite video, NTSC color TV output system/PAL TV system (switchable from the Option Setting Menu) USB 2.0 High Speed PC camera: USB video class HDMI terminal Video output Total number of scan lines (effective number of scan lines): 750p (720p)/...
Page 198: Possible No. Of Images/Possible Shooting Time/Possible Recording Time
Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/ Possible Recording Time Shooting/ SD Memory Card Resolution Internal recording setting Memory 8 GB 16 GB mode 7 images 1,200 images 2,410 images 9 images 1,480 images 2,970 images 7 images 1,130 images 2,280 images 10 images 1,690 images 3,390 images...
Page 199: Concerning The Multi-Indicator
Concerning the multi-indicator The camera’s multi-indicator will light, flash, or be off, depending on the different camera operations. Multi-indicator Multi-indicator Color Camera status status Connected to a computer or printer Green Power save Flashing mode active Connected to a Orange Rise in internal Slow temperature...
Page 200: Supplied Battery Pack Charger
Supplied battery pack charger Part No. VAR-L80 Power source AC 100 to 240 V, 50 to 60 Hz, 5 W Rated output DC 4.2 V, 550 mA Compatible batteries Supplied or separately sold Lithium-ion battery pack (DB-L80) Ambient Temperature 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) (when charging) environment –20 to 60 °C (–4 to 140 °F) (storage) Humidity...
Page 201: Others
Others Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the USA and other countries. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation (USA). ®...
Page 202: Before Capturing Those Important Shots, Be Sure To First Take A Test Shot To Confirm That Your Camera Is Set Up And Ready To Go
Sanyo Electric. i Sanyo 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 the camera.
Page 203: Hints For Taking Pictures
HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES Taking great pictures in difficult surroundings is easier than you might think. By keeping a few points in mind and choosing the correct settings, you can create photos that you’ll be proud to display and share. If images are blurred even when the autofocus is used Your camera employs an autofocus function.
Page 204 Photographing a moving subject Situation: You would like to snap an action shot of a moving child or pet. The autofocus is activated, but because the subject is moving, the image may be blurred. In particular, when the distance between the camera and the subject is changing, it is difficult to lock the focus on the subject.
Page 205 Shooting portraits (portrait mode >) Points: i Choose a background that doesn’t detract from your subject. i Move in close to your subject. i Pay attention to lighting and how it affects your subject. NOTE i If the background is distracting, it will not show your subject to his best advantage.
Page 206 Night photography (night view portrait mode /) Points: i Avoid camera shake. i Increase the ISO sensitivity. NOTE i Camera shutter speed during night photography is considerable slower, so there is a much greater chance that your photographed images will be blurry.
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