Sanyo VPC-E2100 Using Flash, Setting the Focus Mode, To activate Flash, To set the Focus mode

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Using Flash

When taking pictures in difficult lighting conditions, use the Flash/Right button to get correct exposure. This function cannot be activated in recording videos or continuous shooting.

To activate Flash:

•Press the Flash/Right button on your camera repeatedly until your desired flash mode is displayed on the LCD monitor.

Your camera is equipped with five flash modes:

Auto. The flash fires automatically whenever extra lighting is needed.

Red-eye reduction. The flash fires twice to reduce the red-eye effect.

Forced on. The flash fires whenever you press the Shutter button regardless of lighting conditions.

Slow sync. The flash fires with a slow shutter speed.

Forced off. The flash is turned off.

Flash/Right button

Auto flash is enabled

•Flash function is only available in shooting still images but not available in Burst, Speedy Burst and AEB modes.

•Do not charge the flash while spinning the Zoom lever. Charge the flash after releasing the zoom lever if necessary.

Setting the Focus Mode

This function allows users to define the type focus when recording a still image or a video clip.

To set the Focus mode

•Press the Macro/Left button repeatedly until the desired focus mode icon is displayed on the lower left corner of the LCD monitor.

Macro/Left button

Your camera supports the four focus modes:

Normal. With normal focus, the focus range starts from 0.10m. When the camera is set to Normal mode, there is no icon displayed on the screen.

Macro. This mode is designed for close-up photography. If Macro is enabled, you can capture the detail and sharpness of a very close image by fixed focus.

Pan Focus. The focus of this mode is in the maximum

Depth of Field (DOF), not designing for close-up photography.

Focus enabled

Infinity. When Infinity is set, the camera focuses on distant objects.

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Contents VPC-E2100 Table of Contents About Folder and File Names Preface Safety and Handling PrecautionsAbout this Manual Safety Instructions For Canadian Users For American UsersFor EU Users FCC InformationCanadian ICES-003 Information Declaration of ConformityTrademark Information Read this FirstBattery Information Symbols Used in this ManualIntroduction Main FeaturesSystem Requirements For WindowsPackage Contents Camera Views Self-timer LED AF Assist Lamp Microphone LensFront View Back ViewBottom View Top ViewRight View Camera ButtonsLeft View 14 Navigation ControlCamera Memory Getting StartedAttach the Camera Strap 15To remove the SD/SDHC/SDXC card Inserting an SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card16 Initial Settings Turning the Power On and OffModes Photo Mode Screen Layout Using the LCD monitorLCD Monitor Layout 18Playback Mode Screen Layout Movie Mode Screen LayoutPlayback mode display of still images 1920 Playback mode of videos21 Playback mode of audio clipsChanging the LCD Monitor Display Recording Images, Videos and VoicesTaking Images 22To adjusts the optical zoom Setting the Zoom ControlTo adjusts the digital zoom Zoom leverSetting the Focus Mode Using FlashTo set the Focus mode To activate FlashMy Mode Using the Function MenuPhoto Size 25Quality Recording VideosEV Compensation 26Internet Mode Settings of Recording VideosMovie Size 2728 White BalanceMetering Color Mode29 30 Mode dialTo activate Intelligent Scene Using Intelligent Scene31 32 Setting the Scene Mode33 Using Kids ModeUsing Party Mode Using Sports ModeUsing Soft Skin mode Using Food ModeAuction mode provides 4 kinds of pattern as follow Using Smile Capture ModeImage is set to low quality and VGA 640x480 size only 35Using Pre-composition Mode Using Blink Detection Mode36 Using Love Portrait Using Voices RecordingUsing Self Portrait Using D-Lighting ModeUsing Photo Stitch Mode Using Continuous ShootingTo stitch the still image 38To activate Manual Exposure Using Manual ExposureDisplays the aperture Shutter speed value 39Using Aperture Priority Mode Using the Record MenuUsing Shutter Priority Mode Record MenuSetting the AF Area Setting the Drive ModeTo set the Drive Mode To set AF AreaSetting Sharpness Setting the AF LampSetting Saturation Setting the Digital Zoom Setting ContrastTo set Contrast To set Digital ZoomSetting Auto Review Setting the Date StampSetting Stabilizer To set Date StampTo set calendar mode To set 9-images modePlayback Viewing in Single NavigationZooming images For 320 x 240 resolution images, you can only zoom in up toPlaying Videos Thumbnail iconsVolume cannot be adjusted when you pause the voice memo Volume cannot be adjusted during Pause modePlaying Voice Recording Playing Voice MemoDeleting an Image/Video/Audio Using the Delete ButtonPlayback Menu To go to Playback MenuTo delete an image/video/audio clip DeleteTo delete a single file To delete attached voice memoSlide Show To change slide show settingsTo delete all files To view slideshowProtect Voice Memo Red-eye CorrectionTo activate Red-eye Correction To record voice memo53 To activate Color ModeTo trim an image Trim54 Startup Image ResizeTo resize an image 55Radial Blur To reset DpofTo set Dpof To set Dpof on a single image/all imagesSetting Sounds Using the Setup MenuSetting Power Save Setting LCD SaveSetting Language Setting Date & TimeSetting File Numbering Setting TV OutSetting Battery Type Setting LCD BrightnessSetting Memory Kit Reset AllConnecting the Camera to a PC Connecting the Camera to a TVMaking Connections 6061 62 Connecting the Camera to a PrinterTo set Printer Settings Setting the Print Mode MenuTo set Print Select To set Print All and Print IndexAppendix TroubleshootingAbout Folder and File Names Camera65 SpecificationsStorage Battery Life67 Do not use during a stormKeep the devices out of the reach of children Do not disassemble or modifyDo not use where there is risk of explosion Be aware of your surroundings when using the cameraDo not use while driving Do not get the camera wetDo not cover or wrap the camera in a cloth or blanket Do not hold the hot part for a long timeDo not break the LCD monitor or lens 69Do not damage the power cord Concerning the power cordDo not touch the power cord plug with wet hands Do not get the docking station or AC adaptor/charger wet71 Other cautionsDo not transform, take apart, or Modify Use only batteries manufactured By Sanyo72 Use the battery pack only Specified device Do not throw the battery in the fire or subject it to heatDo not peel or damage the outer Casing 73Charge the battery pack before Using it Insert the battery correctly, as IndicatedDisposal of and recycling the battery Use75 Storage temperature -10 to 30C 14 to 86FHumidity 10 to 90% no condensation 76 When not using the camera for a long period