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 digital video camera may result in harm to the camera operator. This symbol indicates situations where improper use of the DV camera may result in damage to the DV camera.
DV camera Components Front/Bottom View 1. Shutter button 2. MODE button ( Playback/ Photo/ 3. POWER button 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) compartment* 14. SD card compartment cover 15. Tripod mount Video / Audio) * SD card is optional and is not included with your purchase.
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. TV-out connector 7. DC-in connector 8. USB connector 9. Connector cover 10.
Introduction Unpacking The Microtek Take-it MV320 is a digital video (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.
Getting Started 1. Loading the Battery 2. Charging the Battery 1. Push the battery door latch in the direction indicated by the arrow to open the battery door. If your DV camera is supplied with a Lithium ion battery, charge the Lithium ion battery first before using the DV camera. This battery charging procedure is not suitable for alkaline batteries users. Follow the procedures below to charge the battery: 1. Plug the supplied AC adapter (5V, 2A) into the power source. 2.
3. Inserting the SD Card* 4. Turning the DV camera On/Off A Secure Digital (SD) card can be used to increase the DV camera’s memory capacity. When a card is installed, images and video/audio clips are stored directly onto the SD card. If a card is not installed, image and video/audio clips are stored in the DV camera’s internal memory. Press the POWER button to turn the DV camera on.
Using the DV Camera Using the Multifunction Button The Multifunction/4-way arrow 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 camera mode, as shown by the accompanying table.
Setting the Date and Time The DV camera allows you to adjust the date and time setting. It is advisable to set the date and time before using the DV camera for the very first time. To adjust the date setting: 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Press to select the Setup ( ) menu option at the top. When selected, the settings are shown on the LCD screen and display the current state of the DV camera. 3. Use the / button to select “ ” – Date, then press the button.
Shooting Shooting Video Video mode allows you to record video clips, the length of which is determined only by the size of your available memory. Video clips are recorded in ASF or AVI file format at a resolution of 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 pixels. 1. Press the MODE button and then the button to enter Video mode ( ). The video standby recording screen appears. 2. Compose your shot using the LCD screen. 3. Press the Shutter button and release to shoot.
Recording Audio Specifying the Startup Image Audio mode allows you to record audio clips of unlimited length in the WAV file format (limited by the size of available memory). The DV camera allows you to specify a captured image as a new startup image of the DV camera if desired. 1. Press the MODE button and then the button to enter Audio mode ( ). 1. Press the MODE button and then the enter Playback mode ( ). The audio standby recording screen appears on the LCD screen.
Playback Playing Back Video/Audio/Still Images The video, audio, or still images made with the DV camera are available for viewing on the LCD screen. 1. Press the MODE button and then the button to enter Playback mode ( ). The recorded video, audio, or still image appears on the LCD screen as a composite display of nine images. 2. Use the 4-way arrow button to select the recording you want to play. The selected recording is enclosed by a yellow border. 3. Press the OK button.
Deleting This Erase function lets you remove still images or video/audio clips from the memory, allowing you to free up space in which to store future recordings. Deleting Current 1. Select a recording in Playback mode, then press the MENU button. 2. Use the 4-way arrow button to select “ ” – Erase. 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. 4. Use the / button to select “OK”, then press the OK button.
Printing This feature lets you add a DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print mark on stored still images for professional print services or for a DPOF printer. 4. Select more files to print if desired, and set the number of copies. 1. In Playback mode, press the MENU button. 5. Press the MENU button twice to exit the playback menu. 2. Use the 4-way arrow button to select “ ” – Print. 3. Press the button.
Viewing on a Television Set In addition to being viewed on the 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. B. Viewing the Image on a TV Set 1. Make sure that both TV set and DV camera are turned off. 2. Connect the DV camera to your TV set, using the provided Video cable. To view images on a TV set, select the video output system first.
Downloading Files System Requirements A. Getting the DV Camera Ready • Color display with 24-bit color output capability 1. Make sure the SD card* containing the recordings you wish to download is inserted in the DV camera. And note that recordings stored in the DV camera’s internal memory can be downloaded as well. • CD-ROM drive (for installing software) • 128MB RAM or more recommended PC • Windows 98SE/2000/Me/XP • Pentium PC or higher with USB port Mac • Mac OS 9.x; Mac OS 10.1.
C. Copying Files 1. Windows users: Double-click the “My Computer” icon, then double-click ‘Removable Disk’. NOTE: When the SD card is inserted in the DV camera, the system reads both contents of the DV camera’s internal memory and SD card. When the SD card in not inserted, the system reads the contents of the DV camera’s internal memory alone. 3. Drag and drop the files into any folder on your hard disk. Windows 98SE/2000/Me Windows XP Mac users: Double-click the newly created icon on the desktop.
Web Cam (Windows Only) You can use the DV camera as a Web Cam, allowing you to send live video streams to a Web page. 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. 3. Connect the DV camera to your computer, using the provided USB cable. • Connect one end of the USB cable to the DV camera’s USB connector. • Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB connector of your computer.
Menu Items and Factory Defaults Video/Photo Menu Options Video Format Size , Quality , , Description *, , , / *, *, 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.
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 3.
