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Sanyo VPC-C1 instruction manual Outline of Operation, Setup

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OUTLINE OF OPERATION

To help you get started enjoying using your camera right away, given below is an outline of the fundamental operation, from setup to shooting to playback.

SETUP

(1) Connect the AC adapter/charger (page 128).

(2) Install the battery pack and SD Memory

Card*1 in the camera (page 35, 36).

CAUTION

e This camera uses an SD Memory Card instead of photographic film to record images. Be sure to install the SD Memory Card before operating the camera. A 128MB SD Memory Card is supplied with this camera.

e Be sure to format the SD Memory Card with this camera before using it. A card that is not formatted using the camera may limit your full use of all the camera’s capabilities.

SHOOTING

(1) Turn on the camera (page 37).

(2) Take photos in the BASIC operation mode*2.

e In the BASIC mode, it's easy to take great photos right away.

e To switch the menu mode, see page 42.

eFor shooting video clips, see page 47. e For shooting still photos, see page 48.

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Sanyo VPC-C1 instruction manual Outline of Operation, Setup

Contents

VPC-C1EX VPC-C1 Important note For American Users Declaration of Conformity Conformity to EC Directives Setup Outline of Operation Symbols used in this manual Playback Contents Shooting Playback Expert Mode Other Devices and Connections Camera SettingsAppendices Using Your Camera Safely and Correctly Be aware of your surroundings when using the cameraDo not modify or open the cabinet Do not use while driving Do not get the camera wet Do not use during a stormDo not place on an unstable surface Do not look through the camera into the sun Do not use where there is risk of explosion Using Your Camera Safely and CorrectlyKeep the camera out of the reach of children Operating environment Do not disassemble or modify Use a 100 to 240 V AC power supplyDo not get the docking station or AC adapter/ charger wet Do not pull on the power cord to unplug it Keep out of the reach of children Do not handle with wet hands Do not damage the power cord Operating and storage conditions LI-ION Battery Pack DB-L20 Do not transform, take apart, or modify Operating and storage conditions Use the battery pack only in the specified device With clean waterInsert the battery pack correctly, as specified Do not peel or damage the outer case Charge the battery pack before using it Recycling the battery pack Concerning the accessories Concerning the Lithium Battery CR2025 Tery Cleaning procedure If the camera is extremely dirty If condensation seems likely to form When not using the camera for a long periodBe careful of condensation under the following conditions For Correct USE of Your Camer Page Checking the Included Accessories Handstrap Software 2 CD Li-ion battery packBattery pack AC adapter/charger e Soft case 1 and power cord Media cards that can be used with this camera Handstrap Lens cap Soft caseSD Memory Card 128MB Shooting video clips Getting the Most OUT of Your CameraCapture still shots while recording a video clip Twin menus for easy operation Movable monitor for any shooting angle Getting the Most OUT of Your Camera Docking station for easy connection Front Parts NamesTo open the monitor unit Rear Bottom Cable adapter Docking stationParts Names Connect the AC adapter/charger to a power outlet Charging the Battery PackInsert the battery pack into the AC adapter/charger Installing the Battery Pack and Card Install the battery packOpen the battery cover on the side Insert the battery pack Close the battery cover Install the cardClose the card cover Turning the Power on and OFF Set the main switch. To shoot picturesTurning on the camera To play back imagesPage Turning the Power on and OFF To immediately activate the power save functionAbout the standby mode Turning off the camera Turn on the camera Press the Menu button Operation ButtonsSelect the icon above or below Operation Buttons Actuate the selected icon Example Basic Mode Shooting Setting Screen Switching the Menu ModeExample Basic Mode Playback Setting Screen Switching the Menu Mode Example Expert Mode Shooting Setting ScreenExample Expert Mode Playback Setting Screen Toggle the SET button to the left Before Taking Pictures For best results Using the autofocus When both near and far objects are presentBefore Taking Pictures Conditions that may cause incorrect focus Where is the image and audio data saved? Hints for taking picturesMuting the operation sounds Taking pictures in backlight conditions Capturing Images Recording video clipsFocus lock during video clip recording End the recording Capturing still images Turn on the camera Shoot a still image while recording a video clip Capturing Images About the target mark Shoot a still image while recording a video clip Press the video clip recording button l Screen during audio Recording About the Basic Mode Shooting Setting Screen Display the Basic Mode Shooting Setting ScreenTurn on the camera Set the main switch to REC Set the camera to the Basic mode Basic Mode Shooting Setting Screen About the Basic Mode Shooting Setting Screen Photo resolution menu Self-timer menuMenu mode display 9Help display FRemaining battery power Video clip menu Changing the Shooting Settings Video clip image quality setting Still image resolution setting Adjusting the brightness of the LCD monitor when shooting Changing the Shooting Settings Other Shooting Functions Scene Select featureTake the picture Setting Screen page 52, Select the filter menu Filter featureOther Shooting Functions Using the flash Select the flash menu Using the zoom Self-timer photography To pause or cancel the self-timer function When xis selected Viewing Images JOG playback Viewing Images Convenient 9-image display playback Press W P on the zoom switchSelect the image to play back Magnifying zooming in the image Audio data playback About the Basic Mode Playback Setting Screen Display the Basic Mode Playback Setting Screen Basic Mode Playback Setting Screen About the Basic Mode Playback Setting Screen Playback mode Other Playback FunctionsSelect the desired playback mode, and press the SET button Clip Volume control Other Playback Functions Monitor brightness playback Image protect mode prevent accidental erasure To cancel the protect mode for an image To select a different image in steps 2 Erasing data Erase ONE Erase Still image playback mode 1Video clip mode settingsDisplaying image data Information Screen Display the Expert Mode Shooting Setting Screen About the Expert Mode Shooting Setting ScreenSet the camera to the Expert mode Expert Mode Shooting Setting Screen About the Expert Mode Shooting Setting Screen Focus menu Flicker-reduction menuISO sensitivity menu White balance menu Video Image Quality About focus range in the Basic mode About the scene select function and focus range settingsFocus FLICKER-REDUCTION Function Display the Expert Mode Shooting Setting Screen ISO SensitivitySelect the ISO sensitivity Menu White Balance Setting To cancel the white balance setting Exposure Correction About the Expert Mode Playback Setting Screen Display the Expert Mode Playback Setting Screen Monitor brightness page 72 e Adjust the brightness Volume controlMulti-playback Rotate Image Procedure to save part of a video clip as a separate clip Editing Video Clips Procedure to join two video clips Editing Video Clips Display the Expert Mode Playback Setting Screen Deleting part of a video clip Select the edit video icon k, and press the SET button Delete 2ND Part Press the SET button Display the first video clip Joining two video clipsSelect the join icon Confirmation screen for Saving the original video clip Extracting a still image from a video clip Select the save frame icon 7, and press the SET button Print Settings Still Images only Display the Print Settings Screen About the Dpof format Print Settings Still Images onlyAbout the finished prints Specifying date imprinting and print quantities YES Specifying the number of prints Select ADD to Print Settings and press the SET button If the print settings are correctIf the print settings were changed Display the Print Settings Screen Select Index Changing the print settings Select YES, and press the SET button Clearing all the print settings To display the Option Setting Screen About the Option Setting ScreenSelect the option icon 3, and press the SET button Option Setting Screen Guidance Functions Operational Sounds Setting Shutter Operational Sounds Setting If Shutter or KEY SW is selected USB Function Setting USB Setting File NO. Reset Function File number reset function onFile number reset function OFF File name image number Card a Replace card File NO. Reset Function Select OFF, and press the SET button Date and Time Setting Example To set the clock to 730 p.m. on December 23 Set the date Date and Time SettingSet the clock To correct the date and time settings Select EXIT, and press the SET button Screen Language Language When set to PAL and connected to a TV TV System SettingSelect the appropriate TV system, and press the SET button Power Save Setting Example When Batt Select the desired option Press the SET buttonToggle the SET button up or down to set the standby time Down Resetting the Camera Settings Formatting a Card Reformat Screen appears Formatting a Card To cancel reformattingReformatting erases the data Turn on the power Set the main switch to REC,Checking the Remaining Card Memory Checking the Remaining Card Memory For audio dataDisplay the Audio Data Information Screen Checking the Remaining Battery Pack Charge Checking the Remaining Battery Pack Charge Connecting the docking station Docking StationConnect the AC adapter/charger Gently connect and disconnect the cable Connect to another device Docking StationTo connect to a computer or printer To connect to a TV Data file formats AAC Configuration of directories for the stored data About file names when the card is replacedAbout video clip data recorded with this camera About audio data recorded with this camera Preparing and using the remote control unit Prepare the remote control unitPull out and remove the protective battery insulating sheet Set the camera in the docking station How to use the remote control unit Remote control unit button operation CH channel Replacing the remote control unit battery Reinsert the battery holder in the remote control unit Changing the remote control code Changing the remote control code from RC Code 1 to RC Code Set the TV input switch to Video input Resetting the remote control code to RC CodeSelect the image to play back Remote control unit cannot be used Battery cannot be rechargedCable Adapter DIGITAL/AV terminal Connecting to a Printer Print preparations Using the docking station Using the cable adapter Connecting to a Printer PictBridge printing mode is activated To select one image and print it one image To cancel printing Specify the number of prints To print all the images all images Select PRINT, and press the SET button Thumbnail prints index Icon w, and press the SET Button Printer Settings Adjust the printer settings When Printer Value is selected Commonly Asked Questions PowerQuestion Cause Action Shooting Commonly Asked Questions Monitor Images Commonly Asked Questions Image Edit Video Card Full Misc System Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action Erase all the images Pressed From the card Troubleshooting View Needs To a TV OFF Docking Station Remote Specifications CameraPage Specifications Camera connectors Battery pack operation Shooting Reso 128MB 512 MB 16 MB Remote control unit PDS-C1 Supplied Li-ion battery pack Supplied AC adapter/charger Supplied SD Memory Card Others