User Guide This guide shows you how to operate the Take-it MV500 digital video camera (DV camera) and provides information on basic functions, video/audio clip recording, still image shooting, playback, and troubleshooting. Before using the Take-it MV500, be sure to read the safety precautions to prevent injuries or damage to users or equipment.
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Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 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.
Table of Contents Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ........................................................ 3 Safety Precautions ............................................. 6 Introduction ...................................................... 8 DV Camera Package .......................................... 9 DV Camera Components .................................... 10 Front/Bottom View ........................................ 10 Rear/Side View ........................................
Playback Playback Mode ................................................. 40 Playback Zoom ................................................. 42 Slide Show ...................................................... 43 Rotating Images ................................................ 43 Specifying the Startup Image .............................. 44 MP3 Playback .................................................. 45 Deleting and Printing Deleting Files ...................................................
Safety Precautions Before you use the digital video camera (DV camera), be sure to read the following safety precautions, which detail the proper operation of the DV camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to users or equipment. This symbol indicates situations where improper use of the DV camera may result in harm to the DV camera operator. This symbol indicates situations where improper use of the DV camera may result in damage to the DV camera.
Do not drop batteries or let them be banged around. This could damage the casings, causing the batteries to leak. • If the internal parts or components of the battery come into contact with your eyes or your mouth, flush the affected site with water and get medical help. • Do not short-circuit the battery terminals, and be sure to cover the terminals before you throw batteries away. If the terminals contact metal, they may overheat and explode, causing a fire.
Introduction DV Camera Package The Microtek Take-it MV500 is a digital video camera (DV camera) that applies the ASF (MPEG 4) recording video format to capture motion pictures at a resolution of 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 pixels, offering superior image quality and super audio. Equipped with a large 2.0" color LCD screen, the DV camera allows you to focus clearly on the images you want and to review live images as shots are being taken.
DV Camera Components Front /Bottom View 1. Shutter button 2. MODE button ( 3. POWER button Playback/ Photo/ 4. Macro focus lever ( / ) 5. Lens 6. Flash 7. Self-timer indicator 8. Microphone 9. Strap ring(s) 10. Battery door latch 11. Battery compartment 12. Battery door 13. Secure Digital (SD)/ Multimedia Card (MMC) compartment 14. SD/MMC card compartment cover 15.
Rear/Side View 1. Mode indicators/READY LEDs 2. Charger LED/Audio mode indicator 3. Multifunction/4-way arrow button • Up/ Zoom In/ Play/ Pause • Down/ Zoom Out/ Stop • Right/ Fast Forward/ Flash • Left/ Rewind 4. OK/Pan button 5. MENU button 6. Earphone/TV-out connector 7. DC-in connector 8. USB connector 9. Connector cover 10.
LCD Screen Display Video Mode 1 2 3 4 STBY 00:02:09 1.0X T 15 14 13 12 5 W 11 10 6 +2.0 SNAP 9 8 START 7 1. Video mode 2. Video format ( ASF (MPEG 4)/ Motion JPEG-AVI) 3. Standby 4. Available recording time (Suggested) 5. Digital zoom level* (1X – 12X) 6. Macro mode 7. Shutter button (Press to begin video recording) 8. Card indicator 9. Battery status indicator ( Full/ Half/ Low) 10. EV Compensation 11. Anti-shake 12. Color mode ( Normal*/ Black & White/ Classic) 13.
Photo Mode 1 2 3 15 4 5 1.0X T 14 13 6 12 W 11 7 23 10 9 8 1. Photo mode 2. White Balance (WB) ( Auto*/ Daylight/ Cloudy/ Tungsten/ Fluorescent) 3. Drive mode ( Self-timer/ Single shot*)/ Continuous shot) 4. Sharpness ( Sharp/ Normal*/ Soft) 5. EV Compensation 6. Digital zoom level* (1X – 12X) 7. Macro mode 8. Number of pictures remaining 9. Card indicator 10. Battery status indicator ( Full/ Half/ Low) 11. Voice memo 12. Color mode ( Normal*/ Black & White/ Classic) 13.
Audio Mode 1 2 STBY SNAP 6 5 3 00:02:09 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Audio mode Standby Available recording time (Suggested) Shutter button (Press to begin audio recording) Card indicator Battery status indicator ( Full/ Half/ Low) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Playback Mode 1 2 3 1 2 3 00:00:00 1 00:02:09 2 3 00:00:09 00:02:09 9 10 9 4 VIDEO 8 7 6 5 8 Nine-image display 1. Playback mode 2. The selected file is enclosed in a yellow border 3. Video file 4. Still image with voice memo 5. Selected file/Total number of files taken 6. Press the OK button to display the selected file in single-image display mode 7. Press the 4-way arrow button to select the file you want to play back 8. File type indicator 9. Still image file 10.
1 1 1 2 4.0X 01/09 IMAGE 5 4 3 2 Still image (Normal view) 1. Playback mode 2. Selected file/Total number of files taken 3. Press the OK button to return to nine-image display mode 4. Press the / button to move forward/backward and select a different file Press the / button to display the still image in a magnification setting 5. File type indicator 16 2 3 00:00:00 01/09 5 4 3 8 Still image (Magnified view) 1. Playback mode 2. Image magnification level (1X – 4X) 3.
Getting Started Attaching the Strap 1. Loading the Battery 1. Thread the strap through the strap ring of the DV camera as shown. Power accessories you receive depends on the configuration of the DV camera purchased. 2. Fasten the two ends of the strip as shown. 1. Ensure the DV camera is turned off; then push the battery door latch in the direction indicated by the arrow to open the battery door. Ensure that the strap is adjusted correctly to fit your hand. 3.
3. Hold the battery in place and close the battery door securely. 4. Push the battery door latch in the direction indicated by the arrow to close the battery door. To remove the batteries, first make sure the DV camera is turned off. Then open the battery cover and take the batteries out.
Charging the Lithium ion Battery Inserting the SD/MMC Card* If your DV camera is supplied with an AC adapter (5V, 2A), when connected using the AC adapter, the DV camera can function as a charger, allowing you to charge the Lithium ion battery or power the DV camera. A Secure Digital (SD)/Multimedia Card (MMC) can be used to increase the DV camera’s memory capacity. When a card is installed, video/audio clips and still images are stored directly onto the SD/MMC card.
To remove the SD/MMC card, make sure the DV camera is turned off, open the SD/MMC card compartment cover, push the card in, and release; the card pops out. NOTE: • Incorrect insertion of the SD/MMC card may cause a memory error, blocking you from storing any data in the SD/MMC card. • You may lose or damage data if you remove the SD/MMC card while it is in operation. For more information, see the Appendix “Using the SD/MMC card”.
Turning the DV Camera On/Off Setting the Date and Time Press the POWER button to turn the DV camera on. Set the date and time on your DV camera before you use the DV camera for the first time. The DV camera can also add the time and date to your picture. When the DV camera is turned on, the green Mode indicators start blinking and will stay on steady in the Video mode, and the LCD screen is activated as well.
The time should also be set accurately on your DV camera. Selecting the Language To set the time: The DV camera allows you to select the on-screen display language. 1. In the Setup ( ) menu screen, use the / button to select “ ” – Time, then press the button. A Time adjustment screen appears on the screen, allowing you to set the time. 2. Use the / button to toggle through the “HH”, “MM”, and “SS” formats.
4. Use the / button to select “OK”, then press the OK button. Formatting the SD/MMC Card* Before you insert an SD/MMC card into your DV camera for the first time, you will need to format the SD/MMC card with the DV camera. In most cases, the newly purchased SD/MMC card can be directly used for storing images. To prevent possible malfunction, it is best to format the SD/MMC card before you shoot.
Before Shooting Using Modes • The MODE button allows you to switch among Playback, Photo, Video, and Audio modes. Press the MODE button, and the LCD screen shows the mode screen with the four mode options. Select the desired mode by using the 4-way arrow button. When selected, the selected mode is activated on the LCD screen, and the mode indicator lights up as well at the same time.
Using the Menus Different menus are available for Video, Photo, Playback, and Setup modes. You can customize the DV settings for your own use, as well as for shootingrelated functions. Press the MENU button to display a menu for the selected mode. (The Setup menu appears in all modes, except Audio mode.) To access the menus: 1. Press the MENU button. The selected mode menu is displayed on the LCD screen. a) b) c) d) e) Use the / button to enter the function menu.
Using the Multifunction Button Using the Shutter Button The Multifunction button provides Up, Down, Left, and Right arrow selections for navigating the menu screens. In addition, the button can perform different functions, depending on the selected DV mode, as shown by the table below. Press the Shutter button all the way down to take a shot or to record.
Shooting Shooting Your First Video NOTE: Video mode allows you to record digital video clips in ASF (MPEG 4) and AVI format with resolutions of 640x480 or 320x240 pixels. The video clips can be stored in the DV camera’s internal memory or in the SD/ MMC expansion card, the length of which is determined only by the size of your available memory. • If the DV camera is not in Video mode, press the MODE button to show the mode screen, then select Video mode ( ).
Shooting Your First Still Image NOTE: In addition to making vide clips, the Take-it MV500 can be used to take digital still images in the JPEG format at resolutions of up to 12 megapixels (interpolated). • The effective shooting distance from the lens to your subject is 3.28 ft. (1m) to infinity in normal mode, and 0.8 ft. (25 cm) in Macro mode. 1. Press the POWER button to turn on the DV camera.
Shooting with Digital Zoom Using the Macro Function The DV camera is equipped with a digital zoom function. You can zoom in on distant images by pressing the ( ) button on the rear of the DV camera without changing the shooting distance; the maximum zoom scale is 12X. Use the ( ) button to zoom back out. 1. In shooting mode, compose STBY 00:00:00 your shot using the LCD screen. You may want to shoot images or video of subjects from a short distance. Use the Macro function in this case.
Using the Flash The flash serves as a built-in supplemental light source for taking pictures in environments with insufficient lighting. The effective flash range is 1.5m to 2m. The flash with red-eye reduction allows you to reduce the phenomenon of “red eyes,” which occurs when a subject is photographed directly while using a flash. By pressing the Flash ( ) button you can toggle through the following flash modes: Auto (Auto flash) — The flash fires when ambient lighting conditions require its use.
Using the Self-Timer Continuous Shooting A 10-second self-timer mode in the DV camera enables you to be part of any picture. With the self-timer on, a picture is taken automatically after 10 seconds. Continuous shooting enables you to take three pictures in rapid succession with a single press of the Shutter button. This is useful for shooting moving objects. To take pictures with the Self-timer: To use continuous shooting: 1. In Photo mode ( ), press the MENU button. 1.
Recording a Voice Memo 5. Take a picture in the usual way. When you have taken your picture, your DV camera can record a maximum 10-second audio clip that can be saved with the picture. After the picture is taken, audio clip recording begins, with the elapsed recording time shown on the LCD screen. To record an audio clip to go with your picture: 1. In Photo mode ( ), press the MENU button. 2. Use the 4-way arrow button to select ” ” – Voice Memo, then select “On”. 3.
Customizing Shoot Settings This section lists the shooting-related settings available to the Take-it MV320. You can modify selected functions by changing the parameter for a given option. To access these functions, use the MENU button on the rear on the DV camera. The following table lists the available functions for the Video and Photo mode. For detailed information, see following pages. Selecting Video Format The Video Format function allows you to specify the type of video clip being recorded.
Selecting Image Size Selecting Image Quality The Size function enables you to capture images with different image size settings. Choosing a bigger image size will require more memory for storing recorded still images or video clips. The DV camera can capture still images as large as 12 megapixels (4000x3000 pixels) or as small as VGA (640x480 pixels). Two size options are also available for video clips. The Quality function enables you to capture images with three compression ratio levels.
Selecting a Drive Mode Adjusting EV Compensation The Drive Mode function enables you to determine how you want to take your still images. Use the Drive Mode setting to switch between a standard Shutter operation, a delayed shutter, and a continuous-shot shutter. This function is available only in Photo mode. EV Compensation is required when there is a large discrepancy in brightness between the subject and background, and adjusting the EV setting can lessen this discrepancy.
Adjusting White Balance Adjusting the Sharpness The White Balance function enables you to adjust the color balance in shots taken under different lighting conditions. With white balance activated, the DV camera also can eliminate color variations caused by lighting conditions. In most cases, if you choose “Auto”, the DV camera automatically adjusts the White Balance to the environment. The Sharpness function allows you to sharpen (highlight) or soften (blend) the edges of pixels within the image.
Turning Voice Memo On/Off Selecting Image Color Mode The Voice Memo function allows you to add a maximum 10-second audio clip immediately to the captured image you just made. The Voice Memo file will have the same basic file name as the captured image with a different file extension — .WAV. This function is available only in Photo mode. Use the Color Mode function to change the color effects of your images. Three color modes are provided for generating various color effects.
Turning Image Stabilizer On/Off The Electrical Image Stabilizer function minimizes the effect of camera shake caused by an unstable position during handheld shooting, and offers the best possible results for a stable picture. This function is available only in Video mode. To access the Image Stabilizer: 1. In Video mode, press the MENU button. 2. Use the 4-way arrow button to select “ ” – AntiShake, then select either “On” or “Off”. 3. Press the OK button, then the MENU button to exit the menu.
Audio Recording Audio Audio mode allows you to record audio clips in WAV format. You can record audio clips of any length; recording time is determined only by the size of your available memory. To record audio clips: 1. Press the POWER button to turn on the DV camera. The DV camera starts up in Video mode when you turn the DV camera on. You will need to switch to Audio mode to record audio clips. 2.. Press the MODE button. The LCD screen shows the mode screen with the four mode options.
Playback To access Playback mode: Playback Mode Playback Mode is used to play the stored images and video/audio clips made with the DV camera in either nine-image display or single-image display. Image and video clips will be displayed on the LCD screen. Audio clips will be played using the internal speaker. In addition, the DV camera can be used to browse or erase all recordings, magnify still images, display a slide show, or add a print mark (DPOF) to still images for print shop service.
Video and still images will be displayed on the LCD screen. Audio files can be heard through the internal speaker of the DV camera. 00:00:00 VIDEO 00:00:00 00:02:09 01/09 01/09 IMAGE When playing video or audio clips, use the 4-way arrow button on the rear of the DV camera to play/pause, fast forward, reverse, and stop the playback. 00:02:09 06/09 AUDIO In this display mode, you can use the / ( / ) button to toggle forwards/backwards through all the recorded files.
Playback Zoom In playback mode, the magnification feature allows you to magnify a captured still image at up to four times the original viewing size. This feature works only on captured still images. • Press the ( ) button repeatedly to magnify the image from the original viewing size to four times the size in 0.1-step increments. • Press the ( ) button repeatedly to reduce the magnified image to the original viewing size. Normal image IMAGE Magnified image To magnify still images: 1.
Slide Show Rotating Images The Slide Show function enables you to view your all stored files by playing them back in sequence (if you have stored more than one file). You can set the delay to either two or five seconds (2s or 5s) between files. The Rotation function enables you to rotate captured images by 90°, 180°, and 270° when you play it back later for viewing. This function works only on captured still images. To run a slide show: To rotate an image: 1. In Playback mode, press the MENU button.
Specifying the Startup Image The Startup Image function allows you to specify which image will be displayed when you turn on the DV camera. To specify a new startup image: 1. In Playback mode, select a captured still image you require. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the / button to select “ ” – Startup Image. 4. Press the button to display the available options. 5. Use the / button to choose “Select”, then press the OK button.
MP3 Playback The DV camera can also function as an MP3 player, allowing you to play downloaded MP3 music files, like a regular MP3 player. Before starting MP3 playback, make sure the MP3 music files are already in memory. Otherwise, transfer MP3 music files from your computer with a supplied USB cable. 4. Press the button, then press the OK button to enter Earphone mode . A list of MP3 files stored on the DV camera appears. TRACK001 TRACK003 TRACK002 TRACK004 EXIT MENU To play MP3 files: 5.
Deleting and Printing Deleting Selected Deleting Files The Erase function lets you remove files from memory, allowing you to free up space in which to store future recordings. Deleting Current 3. Choose “Erase One” in the Erase options menu, then press the OK button. A confirmation screen appears, allowing you to erase or to cancel. A nine-image display appears.
Deleting All Printing Images 1. In Playback mode, press the MENU button. 2. Use the / button to select “ ” – Erase, then press the button. 3. Choose “Erase All”, then press the OK button. A confirmation screen appears, allowing you to erase all or to cancel. ERASE 4. Use the / button to select “OK”, then press the OK button. All files are removed from memory and will no longer be available for viewing.
Using Direct-print In a few moments, a screen appears, indicating your camera has been automatically detected by the printer. 1. Set the DV camera to Direct-print mode. a) In Playback mode, press the MENU button. b) Press to select the Setup ( ) menu option at the top. c) button to Use the / select “ ” – USB Switch, then select “ ” – Direct Print. COPY TO SD 60HZ PWR SAVING ON ENGLISH WEB CAM USB USB MODE FILE.
Using DPOF 4. Use the / button to select more files to print and to set the number of copies if required. 1. In Playback mode, press the MENU button. 2. Use the / button to select “ ” – Print. 3. Press the button. A Print options menu appears, allowing you to print all images, to print selected images, or to cancel. ERASE SLIDE SH ROTATION PRINT SELECT STARTUP I ALL PRINT 5. Press the MENU button twice to exit the playback menu. SELECT OK 1.
DV Camera Setup The DV camera provides some manual settings that enable you to customize the functions of the DV camera for your specific needs. Use the Setup menu to set the various setting for your DV camera. The Setup menu can be accessed from any mode except Audio mode, and is always the same. Brightness To access the Setup menu: When the Beep function is turned on, the DV camera will produce a beeping sound to indicate that some function has been carried out.
Format Use this function to prepare the SD card to record data. Formatting the SD card will erase all previous files that existed in the SD card. Make sure you have saved everything that you need on your computer before you format the SD card. Reset Use this function to restore DV camera settings to factory default settings except for Date, Time, and Flash. Copy to SD Use this function to enable you to copy all the files stored in internal memory to an external-memory SD card.
Downloading to Your Computer The Take-it MV500 DV camera is equipped with a USB connector that allows you to download stored files that were made with the DV camera to your computer using the USB link. You can play back these downloaded files with your computer system’s default applications instead of on the DV camera.
Getting the DV Camera Ready Connecting the DV Camera 1. Make sure the SD card* containing the files you wish to download is inserted in the DV camera. 1. Make sure your computer is turned on. 2. Connect the DV camera to your computer, using the provided USB cable. 2. Make sure that the USB Switch function is switched to USB Mode. • Connect the narrow end of the USB cable to the DV camera’s USB connector. • Connect the flat end of the USB cable to the USB connector of your computer.
Copying Files 2. Double-click the “DCIM” icon, then double-click the “100_MTDV” folder to display the files. After connection, a newly created icon appears on the desktop, indicating the DV camera is connected to your computer successfully. Files can now be transferred into any folder on your hard drive. 3. Drag and drop the files into any folder on your computer. 1. For PC Users: Double-click the “My Computer” icon, then double-click “Removable Disk”.
Browsing Files Double-click a file in the folder that contains the files downloaded from the DV camera. The file opens with your system’s default video, audio or image application. NOTE: • If you cannot play the transferred video files (e.g.*.ASF) with your system’s default application, follow the procedures below. For Windows users: Install the bundled Ulead VideoStudio application contained in the Microtek CD-ROM. For Macintosh users: Visit the “http://www.videolan.
Appendix A – Viewing on a Television Set B. Viewing the Image on a TV Set In addition to being viewed on the DV camera’s LCD screen, recorded video clips or still images can be viewed on a TV screen. The TV screen can be used to frame the subject during video recording. A. Selecting a Video Output System 2. Use the 4-way arrow button to select “ ” – Video Out, then select “NTSC” or “PAL”. NTSC: For USA, Canada, Mexico, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, etc. PAL: For Europe, Australia, China, Singapore, etc. 3.
Appendix B – Web Cam (Windows Only) A Web Cam is a digital camera attached to a computer that sends images or live video streams to a Web page and is ideal for video conferencing. To use the DV camera as a Web Cam, you will need a computer, Web conference software (not provided by Microtek), and an Internet connection. b) Select “ ” – USB Switch, then select —““Web Cam”. c) Press the button, then the MENU button to exit the menu. 3. Connect the DV camera to your computer, using the provided USB cable.
Appendix C – Using the SD Card* SD Card Formatting An SD card can be inserted in the DV camera to provide external memory in which to store images and video/audio clips. This section covers the following topics: Formatting allows you to prepare the SD card to record images and video/audio clips. Take note that this will remove the contents of the SD card to be formatted. Ensure that the data on the SD card is backed up or not needed before formatting the card.
Appendix D – Maintenance Always follow the Safety Precautions that came with the DV camera. • Use a soft cloth, tissue or lint-free cloth to clean the DV camera body. • Use a lens brush to remove particulate matter from the lens, and then clean the lens with a soft eyeglass lens tissue or cloth. • Do not use synthetic cleaning solutions or other solvents to clean the DV camera body or lens. If you are unable to remove marks or dirt from the lens, contact Microtek Customer Service.
Appendix E – Troubleshooting DV Camera Problems The DV camera does not power on. The DV camera turns off suddenly. 60 A1: The DV camera is not powered up. • Press and hold the POWER button for a few moments to see if the READY LED is lit. A2: The battery is inserted incorrectly. • Insert the battery with the correct polarity as marked in the battery compartment. A3: The battery has poor electrical contact with the terminals in the battery compartment.
The DV camera does not record video clips, audio clips, or shoot still images. A1: The Mode is set to the incorrect mode. • Set the Mode to Photo mode ( ) to capture still images. • Set the Mode to Video/Audio mode ( / ) to record video/audio clips. A2: There is no available memory left on the SD card. • Download files to your computer and removes existing files from the SD card. This will give you more available memory space. • Replace with a new SD card. A3: The SD card is write-protected.
Battery Problems The battery power is depleted prematurely. Rechargeable battery cannot be successfully charged. 62 A1: The incorrect type of battery is being used. • Replace the batteries with a rechargeable Lithium ion or four AAAsized alkaline batteries. A2: The temperature of the batteries is lower than that of standard operating conditions. Battery performance deteriorates in a cold environment. • If the ambient temperature is low, store the batteries in a warm place (e.g., your pouch) before use.
Photography Problems Shots are out of focus and blurry, or photograph quality is not as good as expected. A1: The “Anti-Shake” setting is disabled. • Enter the Video menu mode, and enable the “Anti-Shake” function. A2: The DV camera was moved while a shot was being taken. • Hold the DV camera firmly when shooting, or use a tripod if necessary. A3: The subject is not within the DV camera’s acceptable focus range. • For normal shooting, make sure that the subject is at least 3.28 ft.
Images or video/audio clips cannot be played back. A1: The Mode is set to the incorrect mode. • Set the Mode to Playback mode ( ). The DV camera cannot delete images or video/audio clips. A: Images or video/audio clips cannot be played back on TV. A1: The Mode is set to the incorrect mode. • Set the Mode to Playback mode ( ). A2: The “Video Out” setting is set to the incorrect system. • Enter the Setup mode, set Video Out to “NTSC” or “PAL” depending on your video output system.
Computer Problems The transferred files cannot be viewed on a computer. A1: The “USB Switch” setting is set to the incorrect mode. • Enter the Setup mode, and set USB Switch to “USB Mode”. A2: The DV camera is disconnected from the computer. • Reconnect the USB cable. A3: The files in the DV camera have not been transferred to the computer. • With the USB cable properly connected to both ends, drag and drop the files to your computer. The transferred video file (e.g., *.
• For Windows 98SE, check to see if “Camera Driver” has been installed on your computer. Go to the Windows Control Panel and double-click “Add/Remove Programs”. If the DV camera driver does not appear in the list, you must install the DV camera driver from the Microtek CD-ROM. • Check if the DV camera is detected by your system. 1) Right-click the “My Computer” icon and click Properties. The “System Properties” window appears. 2) Click the “Hardware” tab and then click the “Device Manager” button.
Go to the Windows Control Panel and double-click “Add/Remove Programs”. If the DV camera driver (for Web Cam) does not appear in the list, you must install the DV camera driver from the Microtek CDROM. • Check if the DV camera is detected by your system. 1) Right-click the “My Computer” icon and click Properties. The “System Properties” window appears. 2) Click the “Hardware” tab and then click the “Device Manager” button. Expand the “Image Device” tree; the DV camera should be in the list.
Appendix F – Warning and Error Messages The table below lists warnings and error messages associated with operating the DV camera. Follow the recommended solutions to resolve errors. Warning and Error Messages Problem Solution Battery low! Battery power is depleted; DV camera will shut down soon.
Appendix G - Menu Items and Factory Defaults Video/Photo Menu Video Format*** Size Quality Options Description *, 10M, 8M, 5M*, 3M, 2M/ , *, *, Selects the file format for video clips Selects the pixel recording size for images Adjusts the compression rate for images Drive Mode** EV Compensation , *, -2.0, -1.5, -1.0, -0.5, 0.0*, +0.5, +1.0, +1.5, +2.
Appendix H – Specifications Image Sensor Sensor Size Resolution Video clips Still image File Formats Image Ratio (w:h) Lens Aperture Focal Length Digital Zoom Playback Zoom Focus Range LCD screen White Balance Exposure Exposure Adjustment Exposure Metering Shutter Speed Sensitivity Equivalent Flash Built-in Flash Flash Modes Effective range Self-timer 70 5.1 megapixels CMOS 1/1.
