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3. General controls

 

4. Inserting (or removing) memory card

6. Selecting recording quality

8. Playing back or deleting recordings

To ensure that videos can be managed and played on your PC:

• Make sure to install the included Memory Manager application.

• Do not use the camcorder in water more than 3 meters (9.8 feet) or in water for more than 1

hour consecutively or water temperature exit 0 – 40 degree C.

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QuickStartGuide EZ4000 Series RCA Small Wonder Camcorder www.mysmallwonder.com

Congratulations on purchasing your new RCA High Definition Small Wonder Camcorder.

Please read these instructions for quick tips on using the product.

The User Manual PDF file can also be found in the camcorder memory under the User Manuals folder.

* To reset the camcorder (in case it is not functioning properly):

Press and hold the On/off switch for more than 10 seconds.

Recording indicator

Microphone

Lens

 

 

LCD screen

Lift up the

Playback/

The camcorder internal memory will only permit minutes of recording time. A microSD memory card (not included) is recommended for recording.

To insert card: Push the card in until a click is heard

To remove card: Push card in until a click is heard, then slowly release the card. As card is under minimal tension when locked in memory slot, please use care when removing.

1.Press MENU/ to show the camcorder menu.

2.Press + or - to select Video Quality.

3.Press to enter and press + or – to select from HD, Sports and WebQ.

4.Press to exit the current menu option.

5.Press MENU/ to save settings and exit the camcorder menu.

Selected recording quality

Battery indicator

Memory card indicator

Settings Resolutions (pixel) &

Approx. recording durations

Frame Rates (FPS)

on a 16 GB memory card 2

32

PLAY/PAUSE

DELETE

1

 

MENU/

PHOTO

1Enter Playback mode to play the most recent recording; start or pause playback

2Adjust volume during playback

3 Cue to previous recording

64 Cue to next recording

75 Enter Preview mode from Playback mode

6 Press to select delete one or all recordings.

7 Enter Preview mode from playback mode; take photos

10. Learning more about the camcorder

Read the user manual for more information on the followings:

• Using the MENU button to setup the camcorder (including date and time)

• Viewing videos on TV

• Recording videos to VHS tape or DVD

Connecting the camcorder to your PC

Tips and troubleshooting

• Do not open or close the card door in water.

• Do not use the camera in hot water, hot spring bath or etc.

Do not apply excessive force to the camcorder. The camcorder may be damaged if you dive

 

into water with it.

Do not leave the camera on sand, excess heat under sunlight may damaged the camcorder.

After using camcorder:

• Wash the camcorder immediately after used in sea or other outdoor activity, and then use

cloth to clean it and leave it dry.

1. Content of the box

Small Wonder Camcorder

Wrist strap

AC/DC adapter

Quick Start Guide

cover to access

pause

PLAY/PAUSE

DELETE

Delete

 

 

recordings

the below

On/off switch/

MENU/

PHOTO

Take

 

 

connectors

Setup menu

 

 

 

 

photo

HDMI video

Record

 

 

 

 

 

As the memory card is small in size, it is recommended to use a small coin to help insert or remove it.

5. Turning on the camcorder

HD

1440 x 1080 @ 30fps

5 hours

Sports

848 x 480 @ 60fps

8 hours

 

 

 

WebQ

320 x 240 @ 30fps

40 hours

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QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., used under license therefrom.

• Safety and warranty information

11. Waterproof precautions

To wash sand, dirt or dust off the camera, rinse it under running tap water or wash it in a

 

bowl of fresh water for 2 to 3 minutes.

Make sure to wipe any dirt or sand off the waterproof sealing material or its contacting

USB cable

Owner Registration card

AV cable

Warranty leaflet

Carrying case

output

Audio

AV output

speaker

microSD

 

card slot

+/– – Adjust volume during playback/zoom during record and

The camcorder has two operation modes (Preview and Playback). It is always in Preview mode after switched on. Refer to the diagram below for switching between modes.

2Actual recording time and capacity will vary depending on type of video content being recorded, system requirements, and other factors.

7. Video recording and photo taking

Before using for outdoor activity:

• Make sure to close the card door securely without water, dust, hair or etc. between door

and cabinet.

surface. Dirt or sand may scratch the material or the surface, making the camcorder less

resistant to water.

• Do not use any soapy water, mild detergents, alcohol or similar liquids to clean the

camcorder. They may make the camcorder less resistant to water.

*The camcorder is waterproof. The supplied accessories are not waterproof.

2. Charging your camcorder

Camcorder strap hole

preview

USB

/ – Skip to previous or next recording; fast rewind or forward

Follow below steps to lift up the cover:

Switch on

PLAY/PAUSE

DELETE

Press PHOTO

1

3

1Start, stop, resume recording in Preview mode; enter Preview mode from other modes

2Pause recording

9. Installing RCA Memory Manager application

Connect the camcorder to your PC with the provided USB cable.

It may result in malfunction if water, dirt or sand gets inside the camcorder.

Closing the card door: make sure to close the card door properly and ensure no space

 

between the cover and the cabinet before using.

• The waterproof sealing material is replaceable at cost. The material should be replaced once

a year to maintain the camera’s water resistance.

Please charge the battery for at least three hours before first use.

NOTE:

Open the cover

Press and hold until the camcorder turns

MENU/

PHOTO

PLAY/PAUSE

DELETE

2

 

MENU/

PHOTO

3Zoom in during recording

4 Zoom out during recording

5 Take photos

To install Memory Manager 3

Windows: Open My Computer and double-click the drive labeled SMALLWONDER. Double-

The unit is properly charging when you see the animated charging symbol on the Camcorder display.

on or off

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click MemoryMgr3_Windows_Installer.exe to start the installation.

Mac: Open the mounted volume labeled SMALLWONDER on the desktop. Double-

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If you do not see this charging symbol, follow these steps:

1.Make sure that you have the camcorder connected to the AC/DC power adapter.

2.Press and hold MENU/ to initiate charging.

Use only the provided AC/DC adapter

1

2

3

Preview mode 1

Take a photo

 

Auto timeout

Press PLAY/PAUSE

Press PHOTO /

Press Record

 

Playback mode

1In Preview mode, press Record to start/stop video recording.

Video recording indicator

click the RCAMacInstallers.dmg disk image in the SMALLWONDER volume. Locate the RCAMacInstallers volume on the desktop and Double-click on it. Double-click the MemoryMgr3 Mac Installer file in the RCAMacInstallers volume to start the installation. After the Memory Manager 3 installation has completed, double-click the RCA Detective Installer file in the RCAMacInstallers volume to install the RCA Detective application.

Using camcorder outdoor:

Do not open or close the card door near the sea, a lake or similar locations.

Do not open or close the card door with wet hands or in wet environment.

Before changing your memory card, make sure that the camcorder and your hands are completely dry.

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